950 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY Association and was attorney for the Peoples Building & Savings Company of East Liverpool. G. Jay Clark was graduated from the East Liverpool High School in 1913 and spent the following two years in the law offices of W. C. McKain and Guy T. Ohl, of Youngstown. From May, 1915 until Dec. 1, 1916, he was associated with W. Frank Lones of East Liverpool. In July, 1917, Mr. Clark established an office in the Little Building, and later removed to his present location in the Potters Savings & Loan Building. He was admitted to the Ohio State bar Jan. 2, 1917. On June 24, 1920, Mr. Clark was married to Miss Evelyn Brown of Gavers, Wayne Township, Columbiana County, Ohio, a daughter of Baltzer and Nannie (Ewing) Brown. Mr. Brown, a well known farmer of Columbiana County, died March 4, 1904, and is buried at Lisbon. His wife lives in East Liverpool. Mr. and Mrs. Clark have two sons, Robert B., born June 25, 1921 and Richard Jay, born Aug. 24, 1925. Mr. Clark is a Republican, and in 1920-21 served as clerk to Mayor J. S. Wilson. He is a member of the First Presbyterian Church, the Independent Order of Odd Fellows, the Columbiana County Bar Association and the Ohio State Bar Association. Carl Stern, who lives retired on his farm in Liverpool Township, is a substantial and highly esteemed citizen of Columbiana County. He was born in Germany, Feb. 2, 1861, and is the son of John and Caroline (Schmidt) Stern. John Stern, deceased, was a native of Germany. His wife, also a native of that country, now resides in Pennsylvania. They were the parents of four children, of whom Carl, the subject of this sketch, is the second in order of birth. Carl Stern received his education in Germany and in 1891 came to this country. He lived in East Liverpool for several months, after which he purchased his present farm in Liverpool Township. Mr. Stern operated 50 acres of land during his active career, but has disposed of 30 acres. In 1882 Mr. Stern was married to Miss Elvina Ladzinska, who was born in Germany, Dec. 20, 1868, the daughter of Carl and Augusta (Dreihm) Ladzinska. Mr. Ladzinska died in 1869 and his wife is also HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 951 deceased. They had two children: Otto, lives in East Liverpool; and Mrs. Stern. Three children were born to Mr. and Mrs. Stern: Olga, born Dec. 28, 1884, married William Graham, lives in Virginia; Augusta, born Nov. 9, 1886, married Henry Zitpirana, lives in East Liverpool ; and Eric, born June 9, 1890, lives in West Virginia. There are eight grandchildren. Mr. Stern has been affiliated with the Masonic Lodge for many years and has always taken an active interest in the affairs of the community. Dr. John R. Crosser, minister of the Presbyterian Church, is an influential and highly esteemed citizen of Columbiana County. He was born in Wayne Township, Columbiana County, Feb. 18, 1856, and is the son of Benjamin and Elizabeth (Armstrong) Crosser. The Armstrong family settled in Wayne Township in about 1790 and ranks among the well known pioneer families of this section. Benjamin Crosser was born at Lisbon, Ohio, and was a farmer. To Mr. and Mrs. Crosser the following children were born: Maggie and Martin, both deceased ; Mary B., deceased, was the wife of John Norris, lives in Franklin Township, Columbiana County; John R., the subject of this sketch ; Calvin, an attorney, lives at Buffalo, N. Y.; Anna, married Thomas Norris, lives in Hanover Township, Columbiana County ; Emma, deceased ; and Frank, lives in Wayne Township on the old homestead. John R. Crosser received his education in the district schools and was graduated from Washington & Jefferson College in 1882. Three years later he received his degree from the Union Theological Seminary, New York City, after which he took post-graduate work at Edinburgh College, Scotland. He also studied in Berlin, Germany, and from 1885 until 1891 was pastor of the Presbyterian Church of Portland, Maine. He was later located at Glens Falls, N. Y., Chicago, Ill., the American Church, Berlin, Germany ; and Pasadena, Calif., and was with the American forces in France in 1917-18. Doctor Crosser has traveled extensively through India, Japan, China, South America, Australia, Egypt, and other lands. He received his degree of Doctor of Divinity from Washington College in 1903. Doctor Crosser is identified with the Masonic Lodge. 952 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY Samuel A. Madden. Ranking among the prominent and successful business men of East Palestine is Samuel A. Madden, of the Madden Lumber & Construction Company. He was born near Petersburg, Ohio, in December, 1853, the son of Daniel and Elizabeth (Coon) Madden. Daniel Madden, deceased, was a native of Enon, Pa., and his wife was born at Salem, Ohio. They were the parents of the following children: Samuel A., the subject of this sketch ; Mary Elizabeth, deceased ; James, deceased ; Louise, the wife of Arthur Golden, lives at Darlington, Pa. ; Thomas M., lives near Enon, Pa.; and Ida Lorena, deceased. Samuel A. Madden grew up on his father's farm and received his education in the district schools. He learned the carpenter trade and until 1920 engaged in contracting on a small scale. In that year Gilbert established the Madden Lumber & Construction Company in partnership with his father. On Dec. 27, 1883, Mr. Madden was married to Miss Elizabeth Richert, the daughter of Jacob and Catherine Richert. Mr. Richert was a native of Germany and at an early date settled at Niles, Ohio. Later they removed to Enon Valley, Pa. To Mr. and Mrs. Madden were born five children, as follows: John G.; Catherine, lives at home; Mabel, married Wendel Walker, lives in Pennsylvania ; Roy C. ; and George E. HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 953 Mr. Madden and his family are members of the Presbyterian Church of East Palestine and he is affiliated with the Masonic Lodge and Independent Order of Odd Fellows. The Madden Lumber & Construction Company are not ordinary lumber dealers. They are recognized as being the leading contractors in this territory and have had charge of the erection of some of the largest enterprises in the state. One of the outstanding features which has been a dominant factor in the upbuilding of their present large patronage is the fact that in all of the contracts which they undertake, large or small, there is one responsibility. In other words, they take complete charge of all building enterprises, and furnish everything. There are no side issues and the responsibility for the complete construction and the satisfaction of those for whom they build rests solely on them. This is a feature much appreciated by the large and small builder and the Madden concern has not only made a success largely because of this, but have given East Palestine much valuable publicity because of the large number of contracts which they have completed. W. A. Mick, one of the prosperous farmers and stockmen of Madison Township, highly esteemed for his integrity and industry, is a native of West Virginia. He was born in Hancock County, May 7, 1858, and is the son of John and Sarah (Huff) Mick. John Mick was born in Ohio, but spent the greater part of his life in West Virginia. He was a farmer and was extensively engaged in sheep raising, having as many as 700 head on his farm. He was a Republican, and a member of the Yellow Creek Presbyterian Church. The following children were born to Mr. and Mrs. Mick : Samuel, lives in Madison Township ; W. A., the subject of this sketch ; Sarah, the widow of William Bowland, lives at Lisbon ; Elizabeth, lives with her brother, W. A.; Burgess, lives in Florida ; Fannie and Margaret, both deceased. H. H. Mick lives in Wellsville, where he is employed as a heater in the sheet mill. W. A. Mick received his education in the schools of Madison Township. He has always been interested in farming and owns one of the finest stock farms in Columbiana County. It contains 300 acres and Mr. Mick's home is among the attractive and modern residences of the com- 954 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY munity. He is especially interested in the breeding of Poland China hogs and Percheron horses. Politically, Mr. Mick is a Republican. He holds membership in the Yellow Creek Presbyterian Church and is a member of a long honored pioneer family of this section. Edward Patterson, machinist, is known in East Liverpool and Columbiana County as a capable workman. He was born at Ironton, Ohio, Aug. 31, 1857, and is the son of George W. Patterson and Almira (Truesdell) Patterson. George W. Patterson was born Aug. 31, 1820, near West Point, Ohio. In 1840 he removed to Lawrence County, Ohio, where he remained until 1876. He then located in East Liverpool, where he followed his trade as a tailor. He died in 1882. Mr. Patterson was married first, Oct. 29, 1843, to Miss Francis White, and to this union three children were born : James, deceased ; Elizabeth, died in 1924, was the wife of Philip Morley ; and Monroe, died Nov. 19, 1924. Mr. Patterson was married March 31, 1855, to Miss Almira Truesdale, of Lawrence County, Ohio, who died in 1905. To them were born five children: John W., died in 1910 ; Edward, the subject of this sketch ; Ollie, deceased, was the wife of Arthur Dodd ; Della, married James A. Norris, lives in Florida ; and Louise, the widow of Sewell Hague, lives in Florida. Edward Patterson spent his boyhood at Ironton and received his education in the district schools. At an early age he learned the potter's trade in East Liverpool, and was thus engaged in the East Liverpool Pottery Company as warehouseman four years. He was then connected with the Westinghouse Electric Company for four years and in 1903 returned to East Liverpool, where he worked as a machinist for the Patterson Foundry & Machine Company until Jan. 1, 1926. Mr. Patterson owns a farm but does not operate it himself. On March 10, 1885, Mr. Patterson was united in marriage with Miss Mary Ellen Rupp, who was born at Lisbon, Ohio, Oct. 31, 1867, the daughter of Henry and Annetta (Smaltz) Rupp, natives of Germany and early settlers of Lisbon. Mr. Rupp died in 1884 and his wife died in 1918. They were the parents of the following children: Emma, married Wil- HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 955 liam Malone, lives at Canton ; Henry, deceased ; Eliza, married William Taylor, lives at Lisbon, Ohio ; John, lives at Sebring, Ohio ; Mrs. Patterson; Charles, deceased; George, lives at Lisbon; William, lives at Lisbon ; Fred, lives at Lisbon; Rebecca, married J. C. Stevenson, and she is now deceased ; Clara, married Jesse Shepard, lives at Salem, Ohio; and Edward, deceased. To Mr. and Mrs. Patterson were born two children: Leona Almira, born Sept. 4, 1886, married William Sexton, lives at Newell, W. Va.; and Willis L., born Jan. 6, 1890, lives in California. A grandchild, Verna A. Sexton, was born April 17, 1909. Mr. Patterson is a Republican and a member of the First Presbyterian Church. B. D. Hays, who is successfully engaged in general farming and stock raising in Wayne Township, is a substantial citizen of Columbiana County. He was born in Industry Township, Beaver County, Pa., May 28, 1887, the son of Benjamin D. and Virginia P. (Althor) Hays. Benjamin D. Hays, deceased, was a native of Beaver County, Pa., and a farmer during his active career. About 1898 he settled in Columbiana County, where he died Dec. 27, 1919. His wife lives at West Point, Ohio. Mr. and Mrs. Hays had seven children, as follows: John A., lives in Wayne Township, Columbiana County ; Ralph P., lives at West Point, Ohio ; Hessie, married Harry Hartley, lives at Sebring, Ohio ; Clive V., lives at East Liverpool ; B. D., the subject of this sketch ; Marie H., married Thurman Bentley, lives at East Liverpool ; and Thomas R., lives in Wayne Township, Columbiana County. B. D. Hays was educated in the schools of Beaver County and spent his boyhood in Pennsylvania and Ohio. He worked at various occupations, but has always been especially interested in farming. He has owned his present farm of 80 acres since 1920 and it is well improved. Mr. Hays has a fine team of oxen on his place. On June 23, 1920, Mr. Hays was united in marriage with Mrs. Edith V. Desellem, who was born in Madison Township, Columbiana County, Dec. 2, 1890, the daughter of David and Myrtle (Goodwell) Williams, residents of Madison Township. Mr. and Mrs. Williams are the parents of eight children, as follows: Mrs. Hays ; William, lives in Madison Township, Columbiana County ; Ethel, married Earl Studdraff, lives in Madi- 956 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY son Township ; Olive, married Thomas Ross, lives in Wayne Township ; Carl, lives in Madison Township; Victor, lives at Lisbon ; Marie, married Alex Jenkins, lives at Wellsville ; and George, at home. Two children have been born to Mr. and Mrs. Hays : Edith Marie, born March 27, 1921; and Clarence E. Desellem, born Oct. 22, 1923. Mr. Hays is a Republican, a member of the Bethel Presbyterian Church, and is highly esteemed in the community. E. B. McNichol, superintendent of the Columbiana Coal Mining Company, Washington Township, ranks among the progressive and successful business men of Columbiana County. He was born at Martins Ferry, Ohio, Jan. 10, 1879, and is the son of Robert and Emma (Peltz) McNichol. Robert McNichol was born at Wheeling, W. Va., and his wife was a native of Germany. He settled at Martins Ferry, Ohio, at an early date and served as chief of police of Wheeling for several years. He was a Democrat, a member of the Episcopal Church, and was affiliated with the Independent Order of Odd Fellows, Elks, and Knights of Pythias. Mr. McNichol died in 1901 and his wife died in 1911. They had six children, as follows: E. B., the subject of this sketch ; Mary, married George Miller, lives in Cleveland ; Maude, lives at Salineville, Ohio ; Robert, deceased; Bessie, married M. Stevenson, lives in Chicago ; and Joseph, lives at Salineville. E. B. McNichol received his education in the public schools of Wheeling, W. Va. He studied mechanical and electrical engineering and was connected with a mill at Martins Ferry for several years, after which he was identified with the Ohio & Pennsylvania Coal Company at Yorkville, Ohio. He also was with the Sterling Coal Mining Company as superintendent for nine years and since 1917 has been serving in his present capacity. In 1904 Mr. McNichol played professional baseball in Boston, Mass., as pitcher for the Nationals. On Nov. 27, 1905, Mr. McNichol was united in marriage with Miss Margaret Russell, who was born at Salineville, Sept. 14, 1890, the daughter of James R. and Mary (Garrett) Russell. Mr. Russell, an early settler of Salineville, was a native of Scotland. He died Aug. 13, 1913, and his wife lives at Salineville. She is a native of England. Mr. and Mrs. HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 957 Russell were the parents of the following children: Richard, lives at Salineville ; Samuel, Thomas, and Margaret, all deceased ; James Cleveland; and Mrs. McNichol. Two children were born to Mr. and Mrs. McNichol: Mary, born Jan. 10, 1909 ; and Robert, born Jan. 27, 1913. In politics, Mr. McNichol is identified with the Republican party and he is a member of the Episcopal Church. He stands well in the esteem of his many friends and acquaintances and is an excellent citizen. Charles L. Merwin, publisher of the Daily Leader, East Palestine, is among Columbiana County's enterprising and successful business men. He was born in Braceville, Trumbull County, Ohio, Oct. 13, 1876, and is a son of Wells N. and Sophronia (Humphrey) Merwin. Wells N. Merwin was born at Braceville and was a prominent farmer, cattle raiser, and extensive landholder. He was a Republican and held many township offices. He died Oct. 19, 1925, and is buried at Braceville. His widow resides on the old homestead. They were the parents of two sons: Alfred D., born April 23, 1875, lives at Braceville ; and Charles L., the subject of this sketch. Charles L. Merwin spent his boyhood at Braceville and attended the public schools of Newton Falls. He was graduated from Mount Union College in 1900 and that year became principal of the East Palestine schools. Three years later he was appointed superintendent of the schools of Newton Falls and served in that capacity for two years. He then became interested in Journalism and in 1906 purchased the Reveille-Echo, East Palestine, which is now known as the Daily Leader. On June 25, 1902, Mr. Merwin was united in marriage with Miss Estella Meek, of East Palestine, the daughter of John B. and Louise (Eaton) Meek, natives of Ohio. Mr. Meek died in May, 1920, and his wife died in 1922. To Mr. and Mrs. Merwin were born six children, as follows : Mrs. Louise (Merwin) Young, born Sept. 5, 1903, lives in Philadelphia ; Robert, Frederic, Charles L., Paul H. and Richard, all students. In politics, Mr. Merwin is identified with the Republican party. He holds membership in the Methodist Episcopal Church, Masonic Lodge, Knights of Pythias, and Sigma Alpha Epsilon Fraternity. He has a wide acquaintance in the community and is highly esteemed. 958 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY D. M. Smith, one of Columbiana County's esteemed and representative pioneer citizens, is a veteran of the Civil War. He was born on the farm, where he now lives in Washington Township, Feb. 17, 1849, and is the son of John G. and Helen (McIntosh) Smith. John G. Smith was a native of Scotland, as was his wife. In 1829 he came to the United States and immediately came to Columbiana County. However, the following year he went to Baltimore, Md., where he remained until 1842. He then returned to Ohio and purchased the present Smith farm in 1842. This tract of 224 acres of well improved land has remained in the Smith family continuously since that time. To Mr. and Mrs. Smith were born four children : D. M., the subject of this sketch ; Helen, deceased ; Agnes V., lives with her brothers on the home place ; and William F., who lives in Washington Township. D. M. Smith was educated in the district schools of Washington Township and has always been a farmer. He served throughout the Civil War with Company I, 6th Cavalry, and engaged in a number of important battles and skirmishes. He was discharged Aug. 7, 1865. Mr. Smith is a Republican, and a member of the Grand Army of the Republic. Chauncey Zeigler, a pioneer resident of Columbiana County and a veteran of the Civil War, is now living retired at East Palestine. He was born in Unity Township, Columbiana County, Sept. 4, 1845, the son of Perry and Hannah Zeigler. Perry Zeigler, a native of Philadelphia, was an early settler of Ohio. His wife was born in Unity Township. They were the parents of the following children : Charles, deceased ; John, deceased ; Jennie, deceased, was the wife of John Schaade ; Horace, deceased ; Allie, married C. H. Westacott, lives in New Jersey ; Elizabeth, deceased, was the wife of Leander Zane ; and Chauncey, the subject of this sketch. Mr. Zeigler died in 1902 and his wife died in 1907, and they are buried in East Palestine. Chauncey Zeigler spent his boyhood on his father's farm in Unity Township and was educated in the district schools. He was 18 years old at the time of his enlistment for service in the Civil War as a member of Company I, 122nd Ohio Volunteer Infantry. He took part in the battles of Cedar Creek, Fisher Hill, and the capture of Petersburg. After the HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 959 close of the war, Mr. Zeigler engaged in stock raising and shipping for several years and then removed to East Palestine, where he was employed by the Pennsylvania Railroad for 20 years. He is now retired. In 1870 Mr. Zeigler was united in marriage with Miss Sarah C. Forney, the daughter of Daniel and Hannah Forney, pioneers of Unity Township, Columbiana County. Mrs. Zeigler died in 1916 and is buried in East Palestine. To Mr. and Mrs. Zeigler was born a daughter, Maude, who died at the age of four years. Mr. Zeigler is affiliated with the Grand Army of the Republic and is highly esteemed in the community where he has spent so many years. J. A. Gingher, a well known citizen of Salem, highly esteemed for his integrity and industry, was born at Bellefonte, Pa., July 14, 1889, and is the son of William and Gertrude (Broom) Gingher. They are residents of Milesburg, Pa. After receiving his education in the public schools of Bellefonte, J. A. Gingher learned the painter's trade. He has specialized in the painting of automobiles and the Gingher Auto Paint Shop ranks among the up-to-date paint shops of the city. It was established in 1920 and as many as 300 cars are painted annually by this concern. Mr. Gingher is an independent voter. He holds membership in the Methodist Episcopal Church and is affiliated with the Knights of Pythias. James F. Allread is well and favorably known in Salem, where he is employed by the Pennsylvania Railroad as chief ticket clerk. He was born at West Unity, Ohio, Jan. 8, 1904, and is the son of R. F. and Eliza (Whitting) Allread. R. F. Aliread lives at Massillon, Ohio, and is connected with the East Ohio Gas Company as telegraph operator. He is retired from the service of the New York Central Railroad, with whom he served for 35 years, 28 years being as ticket agent. Mr. and Mrs. Aliread are the parents of four children: Mabel, married Harold Burlin, lives in California ; Dale F., auditor with the Hocking Valley Railroad, Columbus, 960 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY Ohio ; Ethel, married Louis Westingfelder, lives at Massillon, Ohio ; and James F., the subject of this sketch. James F. Allread attended Grand River Institute, Austinburg, Ohio, and Mt. Vernon High School. In 1923 he entered the employ of the Pennsylvania Railroad and since 1924 has been located in Salem. Mr. Allread is among the ambitious and progressive young men of Columbiana County, one whose success in life is almost assured. Rev. Joseph Barth, pastor of St. Mary's Catholic Church, East Palestine, is among Columbiana County's highly esteemed and prominent citizens. He was born in Pittsburgh, Pa., March 6, 1861, the son of John and Anne (Wirth) Barth. John Barth was a merchant tailor and died near Sharpsburg, Pa., Aug. 15, 1872. His wife died at Herman, Pa., June 24, 1916. They had five children as follows: Mary, a schoolteacher; Barbara, deceased ; Joseph, the subject of this sketch ; John, who died while studying for the priesthood; and Austin, who is connected with the Crucible Steel Company, Brooklyn, N. Y. Rev. Joseph Barth spent his boyhood in Pittsburgh and received his early education there. He was ordained in Paris, France, Nov. 1, 1887, and after 12 years missionary work, was appointed pastor of St. Mary's Church, East Palestine, Dec. 7, 1900. St. Mary's Church was founded and built by the Rev. Clement Treiber, now of Canton, in 1880-81. Since that time it has been extensively remodeled and the present parsonage was erected in 1904. A great sum of money has been spent in beautifying the parish property and cemetery, and the parish is without debt. W. H. Utterback, manager of the Buckeye Silver Fox Ranch, is a well known and highly esteemed citizen of Salem. He was born at Phillipi, W. Va., Feb. 22, 1885, and is the son of George and Florence (Fleming) Utterback, both deceased. After attending the public schools W. H. Utterback engaged in general farming with his father for 15 years. He was then interested in the HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 961 oil business at Fairmount, W. Va., for several years, after which he spent some time in Kansas and Oklahoma in the oil and cattle business. In 1917 Mr. Utterback came to Salem and spent the following six years as assistant superintendent of Grand View Cemetery. Since the establishment of the Buckeye Silver Fox Ranch in 1923 he has served as manager. The Buckeye Silver Fox Ranch, which was organized by several prominent business men of Salem, is located two and one-half miles west of the city on the Cox highway. It is stocked with 15 pairs of fine foxes, each pair of which is valued at $3,000. In 1913 Mr. Utterback was married to Miss Mary Pratt of Eagleville, Ohio, and they have two daughters: Margaret, born May 12, 1916 ; and Beverly Elaine, born June 9, 1921. Mr. Utterback is a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church and belongs to the Independent Order of Odd Fellows. He is a Republican. Lou J. Laubscher, a substantial and highly esteemed citizen of Columbiana County, who resides at Lisbon, is a native of Cleveland, Ohio. He was born Nov. 21, 1866, and is the son of Alyies and Amelia (Schmadt) Laubscher. The Laubscher family is of French and Bavarian descent, having originally come from Alsace-Lorraine. Lou J. Laubscher attended the public schools of Cleveland, where he lived for many years. He was pocket billiard champion of Cleveland for five years and is now champion fancy shot player of the world. He is also a prominent official of that sport and has refereed many important matches, including the game of Willie Hoppe and Ora Monnuptar in Detroit, Mich., Feb. 15, 1910. Mr. Laubscher now lives retired at Lisbon. On Oct. 23, 1902, Mr. Laubscher was united in marriage with Miss Marie Pasco, the widow of Elmer Pasco, who at the time of his death was sports editor of the Cleveland Press. By her first marriage Mrs. Laubscher has a daughter, Marie. To Lou J. and Marie Pasco Laubscher were born three children : Louis, who died in infancy ; Lowell Jesse, born Sept. 30, 1911; and Russell, born Jan. 13, 1915. Mr. Laubscher is a Republican and a member of the Presbyterian Church. His wife holds membership in the United Brethren Church. 962 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY Miss Susan Emmott, superintendent of the Salem City Hospital, is among the highly esteemed women of Columbiana County. She was born at Concord, Mass., and is the daughter of George and Mary (McFarland) Emmott. Mr. Emmott, who lives retired at Concord, Mass., was a well known architect of that section during his active business career. His wife is deceased. Susan Emmott received her education in the public schools of Concord, Mass., attended Smith College, and Miss Wheelock's School, Boston, Mass. She then entered the nurses training school at the Margaret Johnestock Hospital, New York city. After three years she entered Sloane Maternity Hospital, New York city, after which she returned to the training school of Margaret Johnestock Hospital as first assistant superintendent. Two years later she was appointed superintendent of North Adams Hospital and Training School, where she remained for three years. She was then recalled to the Margaret Johnestock Hospital and after serving as superintendent of the training school for four years, she was appointed superintendent of St. Luke's Hospital, New Bedford, Mass. After serving as superintendent of Concord (Mass.) Deaconess' Hospital for four years, Miss Emmott accepted her present position as superintendent of Salem City Hospital, in January, 1925. The Salem City Hospital was opened to the public in 1913 with the following officers : A. W. Scheller, M. D., president ; S. N. Sallume, M. D., vice president ; E. J. Schwartz, M. D., secretary ; and F. R. Pow, treasurer. The present officers are : Judge J. C. Boone, president ; Mrs. W. H. Dunn, secretary ; and F. R. Pow, treasurer. The trustees are: W. F. Deming, Albert Carlisle, Homer Silver, J. C. Boone, Mrs. W. L. Deming, Mrs. N. N. Sharpe, Mrs. R. B. Heaton, Rev. Gerhardstein, Mrs. W. W. Hole, Rev. O. A. Simpson, W. H. Mullin, Dr. T. J. Lyle, and Mrs. Ashbel Carey. The board of managers are : L. P. Metzger, Mrs. P. E. Barckhoff, Mrs. L. B. Harris, Miss Alice McMillian, C. S. Carr, A. M. Wilheim, Mrs. J. G. Woodruff, Mrs. T. J. Rossiter, James A. Probert, A. 0. Silver, and F. P. Mullins. The staff of Salem City Hospital consists of : Dr. J. M. McGeorge, chief of staff ; Dr. L. W. King, eye, ear, nose and throat ; Drs. R. T. Haolzbach, A. B. Hobson, P. E. Barnhart, L. E. Derfus, A. 0. Rhodes, and A. W. Schiller. Salem City Hospital, located on East Main Street, is of three story brick construction, and is modern throughout. Operating rooms, X-ray HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 963 department, complete nursery, general wards, and student nurses' depart- ment, are well equipped. The hospital has accommodations for 50 patients. Miss Emmott is a member of the American Hospital Association, Massachusetts National League of Nursing, Massachusetts State Hospital Association, and American Red Cross. She holds membership in the Unitarian Church. Peter Cibula, Jr., is a popular young business man of Salem, where he is extensively engaged in business as proprietor of the Salem Greenhouses. He was born in Czecho-Slovakia, Sept. 18, 1898, the son of Peter and Mary Cibula, residents of Salem. Peter Cibula, Jr., was 15 years of age when his family migrated to this country and settled in Salem. After completing his schooling he entered the employ of the National Sanitary Company of Salem, and was later associated with the Salem Tool Works. He spent four years in the employ of the Pettit Floral Company and in 1922 engaged in business for himself. Mr. Cibula specializes in the raising of hot house vegetables and has three-fourths of an acre under glass. He has a well established wholesale and retail trade. Mr. Cibula was married Sept. 27, 1924, to Miss Pauline Krumphanzle, of Monaca, Pa. Mr. Cibula is a Republican and a member of the English Lutheran Church. Joseph K. Jones is among the popular young men of Salem, where he is connected with the offices of the Pennsylvania Railroad. He was born at New Brighton, Pa., Dec. 23, 1900, and is the son of E. C. and Anne (Kelley) Jones. E. C. Jones is a well known building contractor of Pittsburgh, where he has lived for many years. There were three children born to Mr. and Mrs. Jones: Frances, lives in Pittsburgh ; Joseph K., the subject of this sketch ; and Henrietta, a student in Pittsburgh. After completing his schooling in the public schools of New Brighton, Joseph K. Jones entered the University of Pittsburgh, where he spent 964 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY one year. While there he was active in athletics and was a member of the freshman football team. His first business connection was in his present position with the Pennsylvania Railroad as ticket clerk in the local office. He came to Salem Jan. 1, 1924. Politically, Mr. Jones is a Republican. He is a member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church and belongs to the Eagles Lodge. In his short residence here, Mr. Jones has become well and favorably known. Dillon Crist, a leading young business man of Salem, is a member of one of the best known families in the history of Columbiana County. He was born at Moultrie, this county, March 17, 1898, and is the son of Daniel W. and Mary Ann (Reed) Crist. The Crist family is of English extraction and was founded in Maryland by John Crist, great-great grandfather of our subject. He located at a very early day on land now covered by a large part of the city of Baltimore. His son, Robert Crist, moved to Ohio in 1827 and settled near Canton, Stark County. Daniel W. Grist, father of the subject of this sketch, was born in West Township, Columbiana County, in 1857, the son of Robert and Mary (Ruff) Grist. He received his education in the district schools and attended Northwestern Ohio Normal School. Owing to a breakdown in his health, he abandoned his chosen profession, that of school teaching, and took up the study of music. For many years he has been extensively engaged in music publishing and since 1910 has been located at Alliance, Ohio. Mr. Grist was in public life for a number of years and was one of the leading Republicans of Columbiana County, having served three terms as state representative and one term as state senator. In 1882 Daniel W. Crist was married to Miss Mary Ann Reed, the daughter of James and Nancy (Newcomer) Reed. The Newcomers were natives of Westmoreland County, Pa. Three children were born to Mr. and Myrtie M., born April 18, 1885 ; James R., born Aug. 4, 1887; and Dillon, the subject of this sketch. Dillon Grist was educated in the public schools of Moultrie, attended Alliance High School, Spencerian School, Cleveland, and was graduated from Ohio Northern University in 1918. After a short period in the em- HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 965 ploy of the Ohio Public Service Company, he engaged in his present business, of which he is secretary and treasurer. Graham & Crist, Inc., owners of the largest monumental works in this section of the state, are the successors of the Brian Granite Company, which was founded in 1895 by Fred Nellie, and later operated by Brian & Little. Three branches of the business have been established and are located at Salem, East Liverpool, and Alliance. Mr. Graham is manager of the Alliance branch, C. S. Metz, of the East Liverpool branch, and Mr. Crist of the local branch. An extensive memorial business is carried on by the company and they have erected some of the finest and largest mausoleums in the state, among which is numbered the Gibbs Brothers mausoleum at Canton, Ohio. On Dec. 3, 1919, Mr. Crist was united in marriage with Miss Gertrude Martin, who was born at Johnstown, Pa., the daughter of William J. and Hattie Martin. They have two sons: Duane W., born Oct. 15, 1920 and Lyle M., born May 1, 1924. Mr. Crist is affiliated with the Methodist Episcopal Church and belongs to the Masonic Lodge, American Legion and Lions Club. His residence is at 1338 South Linden Avenue, Alliance, Ohio. Mr. Crist has a wide acquaintance in the community and is favorably known. Mahlon C. Snyder is among the progressive and well known young business men of Leetonia, where he is engaged in the automobile business. He was born at Salem, June 1, 1902, and is the son of Charles A. and Catherine Snyder. Charles A. Snyder, a well known coal operator of Columbiana County, who lives near Salem, is a native of this county. He is proprietor of the Snyder Coal Company, Leetonia. Mahlon C. Snyder attended the public schools of Salem and was graduated from Salem High School in 1917. He was then employed in the shops of the National Sanitary Company and later by the Mullins Body Corporation. He is interested in the coal business with his father and since 1925 has conducted his garage in Leetonia. Mr. Snyder is a member of St. Paul's Catholic Church and is popular among his many friends and acquaintances. 966 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY Wilbur G. Whitcomb, a representative young business man of Salem, is a member of a well known pioneer family of Columbiana County. He was born in this city, Nov. 28, 1904, the son of Herbert and Nellie (Grice) Whitcomb. Herbert Whitcomb, who lives retired in Salem, is a native of Columbiana County. For a number of years he conducted the Whitcomb Taxi Company, which is now operated by his son. There are four children in the Whitcomb family : Carl, Mabel, Laura and Wilbur G. Wilbur G. Whitcomb was graduated from Salem High School in 1922 and has since been interested in the taxi cab business, of which he became proprietor in 1925. He operates a fleet of Chevrolet and Ford cabs, and maintains courteous and efficient service. Mr. Whitcomb was married to Miss Clara Scheuring, the daughter of Alvin Scheuring, a resident of Columbiana County. They have a daughter, Betty Marie. Mr. Whitcomb is a member of the Christian Church, and has a wide acquaintance in the community. Edwin S. Foulks. Among the prominent residents and highly esteemed citizens of East Liverpool is Edwin S. Foulks, general merchant, and member of one of Columbiana County's pioneer families. He was born at Calcutta, Ohio, Sept. 6, 1869, and is the son of Albert G. and Amy (Pancake) Foulks. Albert G. Foulks, deceased, was a native of Columbiana County and one of the well known attorneys of his time. He was the son of William Foulks, a soldier of the Revolutionary War, who built the first house at Calcutta in Columbiana County. Albert G. Foulks practiced law and also engaged in the mercantile business during his life. He served during the Civil War and is now deceased. His widow lives at Calcutta. They were the parents of four children : Edwin S., the subject of this sketch ; George, a farmer, lives near East Liverpool; Margaret, married William Moore, a farmer, lives in St. Clair Township, Columbiana County ; and Mattie, lives with her mother. Edwin S. Foulks was reared and educated in Columbiana County. He succeeded to his father's business at Calcutta and has always been HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 967 interested in the general merchandise business. He served as postmaster of that place until the advent of the rural free delivery system, at which time the Calcutta post office was discontinued. Mr. Foulks was married to Miss Grace Simms, who was born at Cannons Mills, Columbiana County, the daughter of William Simms, deceased. To them were born three children : William S., mention of whom is made below ; Albert, married Nellie Swanson, of Wellsville, and they live on the old Foulks homestead near Calcutta ; and Mary, deceased. William S. Foulks, who is successfully engaged in the practice of law at East Liverpool, was born near Calcutta. He was educated in the public schools, East Liverpool High School, was graduated from Bethany College, and in 1915 received his degree in law from Ohio State University. He has offices in the Little Building. Mr. Foulks was married to Miss Summe, of Columbus, Ohio. They have two sons, Edwin and William, Jr. Mr. Foulks is a veteran of the World War and was one of the organizers of the East Liverpool Post of the American Legion, of which he has served as commander several times. He has attended all of the national conventions of the Legion as a delegate. He is also a member of La Societe des 40 Hommes et 8 Chevaux. He is a member of the Columbiana Bar Association, Ohio State Bar Association, American Bar Association, and Southern Columbiana County Bar Association. Edwin S. Foulks is a member of the Presbyterian Church. He is a Republican and has held many township and county offices. Galen Lodge, mayor of Leetonia, is a representative and well known citizen of Columbiana County. He was born at Alliance, Ohio, Oct. 9, 1883, and is the son of Charles W. and Sophia (Zimmerman) Lodge. Charles W. Lodge brought his family to Columbiana County from Alliance, Ohio, about 1885. He was interested in farming for a number of years after which he was employed by the Standard Oil Company at Leetonia, where he and his wife reside. Galen Lodge was educated in the schools of Leetonia and after his graduation from high school in 1902 he entered the employ of the M. A. Hanna Company, with whom he remained for almost two years. He was then employed by the Erie Railroad Company for one year, and for the 968 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY past twenty years has been connected with the Pennsylvania Railroad as an engineer. He was elcted mayor of Leetonia in 1923 for a two years term. On Sept. 20, 1920, Mr. Lodge was united in marriage with Mrs. Emma Degnan of Leetonia. Mr. Lodge is a Democrat and from 1908 until 1912 served as a member of the city council. He holds membership in the English Lutheran Church, and the Masonic, Elk and Eagle lodges, the Independent Order of Odd Fellows and the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers. He has a wide acquaintance and is highly esteemed. Frank L. Wells of Wellsville, is a member of an old and honored pioneer family of Columbiana County whose annals extend back to the early years of the 19th century. He was born in Wellsville and is the son of William G. and Esther Ann (Leonard) Wells. His father, William G. Wells, now of Cleveland, is a native of Wellsville and the son of Alexander and Esther (Kemble) Wells. Alexander Wells was born in Wellsville June 3, 1808, his father, William Wells, being the founder of the City of Wellsville. Alexander Wells was a prosperous merchant in Wellsville for many years and died in August, 1908. His son, William G. Wells, attended Allegheny College and the Cincinnati Law School from which he was graduated in 1861. He engaged in the practice of his profession in Wellsville for a number of years during which time he served as mayor of the city for two terms and was for many years a member of the board of education. 1879 he was elected probate judge of Columbiana County and served on the bench for six years, after which he practiced law for a number of years in Lisbon. the county seat. On December 24, 1863, William G. Wells was married to Miss Esther Ann Leonard, the daughter of Thomas P. and Elizabeth Leonard. To them were born five children: Frank L. Wells, the subject of this sketch ; Esther E., and Ralph P., who live in Cleveland ; and two children who died in infancy. Frank L. Wells received his early education in the public schools of Wellsville and Lisbon and entered Allegheny College at Meadville, Pennsylvania, where he was graduated in 1886. In 1888 he was graduated from the Cincinnati Law School, and in that year was admitted to the HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 969 bar of the State of Ohio, and later was admitted to practice in the Federal courts. He has served as city solicitor of Wellsville for two terms and for a number of years was president of the local school board. He represented Columbiana and Jefferson counties on the state board of equalization, and was for some time one of the state examiners of applicants for admission to the bar. He is vice president of The Peoples Bank of Wellsville, and secretary of The Perpetual Savings & Loan Company, which he organized in 1891. On June 22, 1887 Mr. Wells was united in marriage with Miss Nellie Jordan of Lisbon, the daughter of Colonel W. J. and Emily (Craine) Jordan. Colonel Jordan served throughout the Civil War as a member of the 104th Regiment of Ohio Volunteer Infantry, and after the war became clerk of courts of Columbiana County and entered the practice of law in Lisbon. Mr. Wells is a Republican, a Rotarian, and a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church, and was twice elected delegate to the general conference of his church. Mrs. Wells is a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution. Mr. Wells at the present time is engaged in the practice of his profession in Wellsville, being a member of the firm of Wells & MacDonald, and devotes a large portion of his time to the management of The Perpetual Savings & Loan Company, which is Wellsville's oldest and largest financial institution. The Croxall Chemical & Supply Company is one of the important manufacturing concerns of East Liverpool. It was organized in 1897 by J. T. Croxall and incorporated in 1904 with Mr. Croxall as president. He has since served in this capacity. They are importers and manufacturers of materials of every description used by potters, glass makers, enamelers, and refractory manufacturers. They handle clays, whiting zink, decalcomania transfers, brushes, rubber stamps, heavy chemicals, acids, colors, and all other products pertaining to the pottery industry. The Croxall Chemical & Supply Company is recognized as one of the leading and well known industries of Columbiana County and enjoys a large volume of business in its particular line. 970 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY V. C. Parsons, who is engaged in the automobile business in East Liverpool, was born at Wellsville, Ohio, Jan. 20, 1902, and is a son of Samuel and Elizabeth (Fotheringham) Parsons. Samuel Parsons was born at Hammondsville, Ohio, and his wife is a native of Salineville. They are residents of Yellow Creek. Mr. and Mrs. Parsons have six children as follows: Elizabeth, deceased ; James William, a World War veteran, lives at Stratton, Ohio ; Florence, deceased ; Susan, deceased ; Maud, at home; and V. C., the subject of this sketch. V. C. Parsons attended the public schools of Stratton and was graduated from Wellsville High School in 1922. After working in the Ohio mines for a year, he learned the automobile mechanics trade at Wellsville and was employed there by the firm of Ference & Parsons. In 1924 he removed to East Liverpool and on June 25, 1925, established his business at 1062 Pennsylvania Avenue. On June 20, 1925, Mr. Parsons was married to Miss Geneva Richardson, of Ripley, W. Va., the daughter of Frank and Laura (Parish) Richardson. Mr. Parsons is a Republican and a member of the Christian Church. He is well known in Columbiana County and is one of the capable young men of East Liverpool. Dr. A. C. Frost, of East Liverpool, is among the enterprising and successful dentists of Columbiana County. He was born at Hanley, Staffordshire, England, Feb. 15, 1885, and is the son of Samuel and Anne Marie (Hughes) Frost. Samuel Frost, who lives retired in East Liverpool, came to this country from Staffordshire, England, in 1889 and settled in this city, where he worked at his trade as modeler and designer, having studied this particular line of work in England in the pottery districts. He was connected with local potteries as a designer for 35 years and many of his designs are still being used today. Several years ago Mr. Frost retired. To Mr. and Mrs. Frost were born six children, as follows: (1) A. E., lives at Bridgeport, Conn., where he is assistant treasurer of the Bryant Electric Company ; (2) H. T., an architect, is a graduate of Ohio State University and George Washington University, Washington, D. C. Dur- HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 971 ing the World War he supervised building of camps in this country for soldiers and was in charge of building the aviation camp at Porto Rico. At present he is chief of staff of the Chicago Zoning Commission; (3) Anna Ellen, married Albert Pickin, lives in East Liverpool ; (4) Dr. L. C., a dentist, is a graduate of George Washington University, Washington, D. C., and holds the rank of senior lieutenant in the United States navy. He has been attached to the American legation at Pekin, China, but is now stationed at San Diego, Cal., with the naval air base. He is a World War veteran ; (5) D. H., a World War veteran, is field supervisor of the War Veteran's Bureau, at Cleveland ; and (6) Dr. A. C., the subject of this sketch. Dr. A. C. Frost was educated in the public schools of East Liverpool and in 1908 was graduated from the dental school of Western Reserve University. In that year he established his practice at East Liverpool, where he has since been located. On Nov. 2, 1910, Dr. Frost was married at Wheeling, W. Va., to Miss Florence Eleanor Willis, of Marietta, Ohio, and the daughter of Dr. 0. M. and Harriet (Stowe) Willis. Dr. Willis is deceased and his wife resides at Conneaut Lake, Pa. Dr. Frost is a member of the Episcopal Church and belongs to the Masonic and Elk lodges, Kiwanis, and Buckeye Club, and the East Liverpool Country Club. He is identified with the Ohio State Dental Association, the Corydon Palmer Dental Society and the National Dental Association. He is a Republican. Samuel C. Rippeth, mortician of East Liverpool, is among the highly esteemed young business men of Columbiana County. He was born at Scio, Carroll County, Ohio, Sept. 2, 1894, and is the son of Lemuel O. and Henrietta (Pearch) Rippeth. Lemuel O. Rippeth was born in Orange Township, Carroll County, Ohio, May 31, 1846. He is a prosperous farmer of that section and owns 148 acres of well improved land near Leesville. He is a Democrat and an influential citizen in the community where he has spent his entire life. Mr. Rippeth was married in 1868 to Miss Henrietta Pearch, a daughter of Joseph and Sarah Pearch, early settlers of Carroll County. Lemuel O. 972 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY Rippeth is the son of Samuel W. Rippeth, who was born in Tuscarawas County, Ohio, Oct. 31, 1822. He was a prominent farmer during his life and is now deceased. On Nov. 18, 1861, he married Miranda, the daughter of Benjamin Price, of Orange Township, Carroll County, and she died May 3, 1844. On Aug. 28, 1845, Mr. Rippeth married Emily Roby, a native of Orange Township, and to them the following children were born : Lemuel O., father of the subject of this sketch; John A., Charles M., Jeremiah S., James A., Albert S., Frank L., Mary and Delilah E. Samuel W. Rippeth was the son of James Rippeth, who was born near Middletown, Pa., in 1791, and the father of James was William Rippeth, who was a native of Queen Armes County, Md. In his youth he married Sarah Ross and in 1780 joined the pioneers of Washington County and in 1812 came to Carroll County, Ohio. He early identified himself with the movement for independence and was an earnest supporter of the Americans in the Revolutionary struggles. After the formation of the political parties he united with the Federalists and later with the Whigs. He was an active church worker in the Methodist Episcopal Church. Sarah Rippeth, a daughter of James Rippeth, was married to Governor Price, the founder of Leesville, Ohio, and governor of Kentucky. In 1812 Governor Price and his family rode horseback from Lexington, Ky., and purchased a tract of land on the present site of Leesville. He laid out Leesville and at a public dinner sold the lots at auction. He was an active church worker with the Baptist congregation and later joined the Universalist Church. The Price family is of English and Welch descent and were the founders of the city of Baltimore, Md. In 1764 Christopher Price leased Price's Commons, now an important section of the city of Baltimore, for 99 years. At the present time there are over 36,000 heirs to this Price family and estate. Samuel C. Rippeth, the subject of this sketch, spent his boyhood at Scio, Ohio, and attended the public schools there, having completed his high school course in 1913. He is a graduate of Scio College and Barnes College, Chicago. Mr. Rippeth's first business connection was in Cleveland with the firm of Hogan & Company, funeral directors. On Sept. 23, 1921, he established his own business at Barnesville, Ohio, and in February, 1925, removed to East Liverpool. He has a fine and well equipped establishment and has already acquired an excellent reputation in the community as a reliable business man. HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 973 On March 17, 1918, Mr. Rippeth was united in marriage with Miss Sarah May Singhaus, of Cadiz, Ohio, and the daughter of John and Belinda (Case) Singhaus. Mr. Singhaus lives retired in Massillon, Ohio, and his wife is deceased. To Mr. and Mrs. Rippeth have been born two sons : John Lemuel, born at Lorain, Ohio, Aug. 18, 1919 ; and Charles Custer, born at Scio, Ohio, July 8, 1921. Mr. and Mrs. Rippeth hold membership in the First Methodist Church, and he belongs to the Independent Order of Odd Fellows, the Knights of Pythias, and Eagles Lodge. Frank J. Wehner, proprietor of the Ceramic Motor Company, ranks among the progressive and substantial business men of East Liverpool. He was born at Beaver Falls, Pa., Nov. 11, 1883, and is the son of Peter and Anna (Scheel) Wehner. Peter Wehner was a native of Pittsburgh, as is his wife. He was a glass worker by trade, but in later life engaged in the real estate and insurance business at Brackenridge, Pa. He served as tax collector for two terms and as a member of the school board. He was a Republican and held membership in the Catholic Church. He died in 1915 and is buried at Tarentum, Pa. His wife lives at Brackenridge. To Mr. and Mrs. Wehner the following children were born : John A., lives in Toledo, Ohio ; Eleanor, the widow of Eugene Barrett, lives at Freeport, Pa. ; Anna, lives with her mother ; Dr. E. F., a physician and surgeon, lives at Clarksburg, W. Va. ; Alphonz, lives at home ; and Frank J., the subject of this sketch. After completing his schooling in the parochial schools of Natrona, Pa., Frank J. Wehner learned the machinist trade. For a number of years he was employed in that capacity by the Allegheny Steel & Iron Company of Brackenridge, Pa., and later worked in a hot mill for three years. In September, 1907, he came to East Liverpool and formed a partnership with Edward Dean, and they operated a machine and automobile shop for several years. They became local agents for the Ford and Buick automobiles and in 1912 the partnership was dissolved. Mr. Wehner then became associated with Frank Swaney, who purchased Mr. Dean's interest, and this partnership continued until 1917, when Mr. Wehner became sole owner of the business. He has had the agency for 974 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY the Studebaker automobile since 1919 and his place of business is known as the Ceramic Motor Company. Mr. Wehner has one of the most up-to-date garages in this section and does expert repair work, and also handles a full line of accessories. Six people are in his employ and his garage has a capacity for storage of 30 cars. On Nov. 5, 1907, Mr. Wehner was united in marriage with Miss Helen May Wolford of Leechburg, Pa., the daughter of William and Nora (Hill) Wolford, residents of Tarentum, Pa. Politically Mr. Wehner is a Republican, and he holds membership in the Elks, Rotary Club, and the East Liverpool Country Club. He and his wife are well and favorably known in Columbiana County. Andrew E. Guskea, a veteran of the World War, is among the most prominent young business men of East Liverpool, where he is identified with the Carnahan-Guskea Drug Company. He was born at Carnegie, Pa., March 14, 1897, and is the son of Edward Andrew and Antoinette (Muller) Guskea. Edward Andrew Guskea was born in Germany, as was his wife. After coming to this country he became a prosperous importer of merchandise and lived at Monongahela, Pa. He died in 1910 and his wife lives at Monongahela. Mr. Guskea had various business interests in mines and the building of western railroads, and traveled extensively. To Mr. and Mrs. Guskea were born two sons: Stanley A., born at Carnegie, Pa., Nov. 22, 1893, died Dec. 22, 1918. He was a graduate of Scotts University and the University of Pittsburgh and held the degrees of Ph. G. and Ph. C. ; and Andrew E., the subject of this sketch. Andrew E. Guskea received his education in the public and high schools of Monongahela from which he was graduated in 1914. He began his business career as an apprentice pharmacist and was also employed by the Pennsylvania Railroad as a car inspector. While in France with the U. S. Army he took special work at Beaume University and he was graduated from the University of Pittsburgh in 1921. Before entering the army, Mr. Guskea was associated in the drug business at Monongahela with his brother and L. A. Grodecour. Since 1924 he has been connected with the Carnahan-Guskea Drug Company. HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 975 On May 28, 1917, Mr. Guskea enlisted as a private in Company A, 110th Regiment Infantry, 28th Division, and was sent to Camp Augusta, Ga. He participated in six major operations during the World War: Vaisle-Marne ; Marne-Aisne; Meuse Argonne; Theaucourt; Aisne Oise; and Champaign Marne. He was discharged at Camp Dix in 1919 with the rank of second lieutenant and a recommendation for a captain's commission. On Oct. 26, 1921, Mr. Guskea was married to Miss Mildred C. Connant, who was born in East Liverpool, Oct. 1, 1898, the daughter of Leander 0., and Mary (Allison) Connant, natives of Columbiana County, and residents of East Liverpool, where he is engaged in the grocery business. Mr. and Mrs. Guskea have a son, Andrew Edward, born Feb. 17, 1924. Mr. Guskea is a member of the Masonic and Elk lodges and belongs to the American Legion and La Societe Des 40 Hommes et 8 Chevaux. He is one of the enterprising young business men of his community and is favorably known. W. N. Simms, proprietor of the Simms Motor Sales Company, and agent for the Chrysler automobile, is among the enterprising and successful young business men of East Liverpool. He was born here May 23, 1893, and is the son of S. W. and Anna (Prosser) Simms. S. W. Simms, a native of East Liverpool, is the son of Nathaniel Simms, a Civil War veteran and pioneer citizen of Columbiana County. S. W. Simms has spent his entire life in East Liverpool and has always been interested in the furniture business, now being associated with the Frank Crook Company. Mr. and Mrs. Simms have two children: Mary Aletha, married Will S. Goodwin, lives in East Liverpool; and W. N., the subject of this sketch. W. N. Simms was educated in the public schools of East Liverpool and Longmont, Colo., living at the latter place several years with his grandparents. He also attended the University of Colorado and later engaged in the automobile business at Longmont. In 1912 he returned to East Liverpool and was connected with the local Ford agency until 1920, at which time he became agent for the Maxwell and Chalmers automobiles. Since 1925 he has been the Chrysler dealer. Mr. Simms has built up a 976 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY large trade and has one of the leading business enterprises in the community. His well equipped garage has a storage capacity of 50 cars. On Sept. 8, 1914, Mr. Simms was married to Miss Lena May McDevitt, of Lisbon, Ohio, the daughter of R. G. McDevitt. To Mr. and Mrs. Simms the following children have been born: Wallace Richard; W. N. Jr., died at the age of four years; Ruby Rebecca and Jack. Mr. Simms is identified with the Columbiana County Motor Club and the National Automobile Dealers Association. He is a member of the First Christian Church. William C. George. Ranking among the representative young business men of Columbiana County is W. C. George of East Palestine. He was born in East Liverpool, May 13, 1890, the son of William Shaw and Annie S. (Campbell) George. William Shaw George, deceased, was one of the most successful business men of this section of the state. He was born on a farm near East Liverpool, March 21, 1865, the son of William S. and Mary (Cavett) George. The father was a farmer in early life but later became interested in the pottery business in East Liverpool, where he spent the remainder of his life. In 1897 his son, William Shaw, removed to East Palestine, where he engaged in the pottery business. His industrial career was remarkable and every citizen of East Palestine is justly proud of its largest industrial plant, the W. S. George Pottery Company. Mr. George died April 12, 1925. His wife died in January, 1921. They were the parents of the following children: William C., the subject of this sketch ; Mrs. J. L. Adams, lives at Asheville, N. C.; John S., of East Palestine ; Frank C., lives at Kittanning, Pa.; Mrs. Dorothy Woodard, lives at Asheville, N. C.; Lois, Robert B., Janet and William Shaw, Jr., all of East Palestine. W. C. George spent his boyhood in East Palestine and was graduated from high school in 1908. After completing a course at Monmouth College, Monmouth, Ill., he became interested in his father's business in East Palestine. He worked in the various departments. He is now manager of operation in charge of all plants. On Aug. 5, 1913, Mr. George was united in marriage with Miss Katherine Galbraith, of Canonsburg, Pa., the daughter of W. K. and Mary (Munell) Galbraith, natives of Pennsylvania. Mr. Galbraith died in 1907 HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 977 and his wife lives at Canonsburg, Pa. Mr. and Mrs. George have two children: W. S., IV, born July 23, 1917 ; and Mary Patricia, born May 21, 1923. Politically, Mr. George is a Republican and he has served as a member of the city council for two terms. He is affiliated with the United Presbyterian Church, Masonic Lodge, East Palestine Country Club, Yorick Club, Canonsburg, Pa. He is president (1926) of the United States Potters Association. He has many friends in the community and is deservedly popular. Robert M. Baur is a veteran of the World War and an enterprising young business man of East Liverpool. He was born here Oct. 15, 1898, and is the son of Martin and Nora (Carnegie) Baur. Martin Baur was a native of Prussia. He came to this country with his parents when 16 years of age and settled in Pittsburgh. He was a potter and after locating in East Liverpool entered the employ of the Standard Pottery Company, with whom he remained for 23 years as a kiln placer. He died Sept. 6, 1915, and is buried in Riverview Cemetery. His wife, who was born at Georgetown, Pa., lives at East Liverpool. Mr. and Mrs. Baur had ten children, as follows: Esther, married Blaine C. Cochran, an attorney, East Liverpool ; Charles J., lives in Chicago ; Hilda B., married James Brennon, lives at Wellsville, Ohio ; Louise, married Joseph Porter, who is connected with the American Sheet Tin Plate Company, Wellsville, Ohio ; Robert M., the subject of this sketch ; Joseph, lives at East Liverpool ; Grace, lives with her mother ; and three children died in infancy. Robert M. Baur was reared and educated in East Liverpool and when a young man entered the employ of W. C. McIntosh, grocer, with whom he remained for three years. In 1917 Mr. Baur enlisted in the army for service during the World War and was sent to Fort Hancock, N. J., as a member of the Third Company Coast Artillery Corps. He was later transferred to the 43rd Railroad Artillery Corps and served overseas, taking part in the most important battles and drives of the war. He was discharged at Camp Sherman, Ohio, Jan. 11, 1919. Mr. Baur then entered the employ of the Pennsylvania Railroad Company at Wellsville, Ohio, in a clerical capacity, and in March, 1920, went to California where he (25)V2 978 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY was employed by the Southern California Telephone Company at Los Angeles, until his return to East Liverpool in March, 1922. On Jan. 15, 1925, he was made manager of the local branch of the Hub Clothing Company. On Aug. 9, 1922, Mr. Baur was united in marriage with Miss Phenie J. Koenig, a native of this city, and a daughter of Henry L. and Theresa (Ragsy) Koenig. Mr. Koenig lives in East Liverpool where he is foreman of the clay shops of the east end plant of the Homer Laughlin China Company. His wife is deceased. Mr. and Mrs. Baur have a daughter, Patricia Ellen, born Nov. 18, 1923. Mr. Baur is a member of the American Legion Post No. 4 and belongs to the La Societe des 40 Hommes et 8 Chevaux. He is a Republican and a member of the Methodist Church. L. T. Capehart, one of the enterprising and successful business men of East Liverpool, was born in Mason County, W. Va., Feb. 17, 1867, and is the son of James and Orilla (Zerkle) Capehart. Both Mr. and Mrs. James Capehart were natives of Mason County, W. Va. He was a farmer and extensively engaged in stock raising. He died at the age of 38 years and his wife, in 1924. They are buried at New Haven, W. Va. They were the parents of ten children: George, general merchant and postmaster of New Haven, W. Va. ; Fannie, deceased; L. T., the subject of this sketch ; James, a merchant, New Haven, W. Va. ; John, deceased ; Charles, Willard and Ira, who live in East Liverpool ; Hattie, married Benjamin Salaz, lives in East Liverpool ; and William H., deceased. L. T. Capehart was educated in the district schools of Mason County and spent his boyhood on his father's farm. He learned the tinner's trade and in 1903 established his present business in East Liverpool, which is known as L. T. Capehart & Son. They are general roofing contractors and specialize in the manufacture of supplies for the local potteries. Mr. Capehart is married to Miss Victoria Graham, of New Haven, W. Va., the daughter of J. M. and Nancy Graham, both deceased. To Mr. and Mrs. Capehart were born four children : Louis M., mention of HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 979 whom is made below ; Eula, married George Kidder of Newell, W. Va., and she died March 6, 1925, leaving two sons, Lewis and Charles Richard Kidder ; Clarence M., a druggist in Canton, Ohio, married Marjorie Koch ; and Helen M., a student at Dennison University. Louis M. Capehart was born in Mason County, W. Va., Dec. 5, 1892. He enlisted for service during the World War and served in the navy from May 28, 1918 to Feb. 11, 1919. He was married in November, 1919, to Miss Romaine Orr of East Liverpool. Mr. Capehart is associated in business with his father. He is a Republican, a member of the First Presbyterian Church and belongs to the Masonic Lodge, Elks, Knights of Pythias, American Legion, and Sons of Veterans. L. T. Capehart has served as a member of the city council of East Liverpool continuously since 1915, and for the past two years has been president of that body. He is a Republican, a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church and is affiliated with the Masonic Lodge and Knights of Pythias. He and his family are favorably known in the community in which they live. Vance L. Andrews is one of the successful and prominent young business men of East Liverpool, where he is proprietor of the Andrews Storage & Transfer Company. He is a native of this city, born Nov. 5, 1894, and the son of J. H. and Pearl (Webber) Andrews. J. H. Andrews, retired hardware merchant of East Liverpool, is a native of this place, as was his wife. She died in 1915 and is buried in Riverview Cemetery, East Liverpool. They had three children: Vance L., the subject of this sketch; Mathew, is engaged in the coal business at East Liverpool ; and Helen, deceased. Vance L. Andrews grew up in this city and attended the public and high schools, after which he was graduated from Muskingum College, Ohio. For several years he conducted a business here, which was known as the Sanitary Spring Water Company, and which was sold to the Timmons Water Company in 1917. He then engaged in the trucking and coal business and in 1923 organized his present business, which has developed remarkably well since its establishment. In 1917 Mr. Andrews was united in marriage with Miss Alvis Dopler, of East Liverpool, and the daughter of Edward and Alvis Dopler. Mr. 980 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY Dopler lives retired here and his wife is deceased. Mr. and Mrs. Andrews have a son, Joe, born Aug. 19, 1918. Politically, Mr. Andrews is a Republican, and he and his family hold membership in the United Presbyterian Church. He has a wide acquaintance in Columbiana County and is favorably known. Robert McHenry, president of the Victory Motor Sales Company, is one of the enterprising and successful young business men of East Liverpool. He was born in this city, July 4, 1898, and is the son of Harvey and Alexina (Hanley) McHenry. Harvey McHenry ranks among the representative business men of Columbiana County. He is a native of East Liverpool and has spent his entire life here. He is extensively engaged in the building business, and has erected some of the city's leading business buildings and many fine residences. He is president of the Potters Lumber Company, vice president of the Hall China Company, and a director of the Dollar Savings Bank. He is a Democrat, a trustee of the First Presbyterian Church, and is affiliated with the Independent Order of Odd Fellows. Mr. and Mrs. McHenry have two sons : Norman, connected with the Potters Lumber Company, East Liverpool, married Irene Roth ; and Robert, the subject of this sketch. Robert McHenry received his education in the public schools of East Liverpool and after his graduation from high school in 1922 he attended Staunton College, Ky. He began his business career with the Buckeye Motor Company, East Liverpool, and in 1917 organized the Victory Motor Sales Company. They are agents for the Paige and Jewett automobile. The officers are : Robert McHenry, president ; H. A. McNichol, vice president ; and Harvey McHenry, secretary and treasurer. The firm does a large volume of business and has a good salesroom and garage in connection. Mr. McHenry was inducted into service during the World War but on account of the influenza epidemic was ordered sent home from camp. In 1925 Mr. McHenry was married to Miss Esther Anderson, the daughter of C. G. and Mary (Hunter) Anderson. Mr. Anderson is a leading druggist of East Liverpool and his daughter is a registered pharma- HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 981 cist. She was graduated from East Liverpool High School, spent two years at the University of Pennsylvania, and was graduated from the School of Pharmacy, University of Pittsburgh. Mr. McHenry is a Democrat and a member of the First Presbyterian Church. Henry L. Wolf, who lives retired in East Liverpool, is a veteran of the Civil War and a substantial citizen of Columbiana County. He was born at Allegheny, Pa., March 5, 1848, and is the son of Henry and Mary (Wylan) Wolf. Henry Wolf and his wife were born in Alsace-Lorraine and came to America at an early date. He was a shoemaker by trade. He enlisted in Company L, 102nd Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry as a corporal. He served four years and three months and was wounded during the battle of the Wilderness. He engaged in all the important battles and skirmishes of the war, his regiment being commanded by Colonel Patterson and after his death at Wilderness by Colonel McElwain. After the close of the war Mr. Wolf lived in Kansas City, Mo., where he died. His wife died in East Liverpool. Mr. and Mrs. Wolf were the parents of the following children: Anna, died in July, 1922, was the wife of Henry Shultz, a Civil War veteran, also deceased; Henry L., the subject of this sketch ; Catherine Elizabeth, deceased, was the wife of Joseph Barker, of Pittsburgh ; John William, a farmer, lives near East Liverpool; Martin, lives in East Liverpool; Frederick, lives in East Liverpool; Cissy and John, both died in infancy. Henry L. Wolf spent his boyhood at Allegheny, Pa., and was 15 years old when he enlisted with his father for service during the Civil War. He went as a drummer and saw his father wounded at the battle of the Wilderness. He was a member of Company L, 102nd Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry. Mr. Wolf came to East Liverpool in 1875 and was employed in the local potteries until 1900, at which time he became interested in house raising, which work he followed until his retirement in 1922. He lives at 712 Morton Street. Mr. Wolf married Miss Louisa Wockley, of Jersey Shore, Pa., and she died Aug. 10, 1908. They were the parents of the following children: (1) Margaret, married Ross Paisley, and she is deceased. They had five 982 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY children, as follows: Roy D.; Florence, married B. F. Norton, a World War veteran and they have two children, Margaret June and Helen Patricia Norton ; Harry F., married I. Smith, and they have three children, Jean Ann, Margaret, and Richard; Mildred, married F. D. Smith, a World War veteran, and they have two children, Dolores and F. D. Smith, Jr.; and Margaret, lives in East Liverpool. (2) John D., deceased ; (3) Harry, lives in East Liverpool ; (4) George, deceased ; (5) Lenora ; (6) Ida, deceased ; (7) George, deceased. Politically, Mr. Wolf is a Republican. He had the honor of shaking hands with Abraham Lincoln at Fort Stephenson, near Washington, D. C. Mr. Wolf is a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church and the Grand Army of the Republic. He has always been a reliable citizen and he and his family are highly esteemed in the community in which they live. Howard E. Parsons is a veteran of the World War and one of East Liverpool's prominent young business men. He was born at Ripley, W. Va., Sept. 26, 1897, and is the son of M. L. and Hattie (Kay) Parsons. M. L. Parsons, who lives retired at East Liverpool, was born at Ripley, W. Va., as was his wife. During his active career he engaged in road construction work and also built the fair grounds at Ripley. He has lived in East Liverpool since 1905 and was connected with R. Thomas & Sons, and later with the Potters Lumber Company. Mr. and Mrs. Parsons are the parents of five children: Herbert, a World War veteran, lives in East Liverpool ; H. John, served throughout the World War with the 132nd Infantry, 33rd Division, was wounded in action, lives in East Liverpool ; Howard E., the subject of this sketch ; Ernestine and Luther, both at home. Howard E. Parsons received his education in East Liverpool and attended Ripley State Normal School. In 1917 he went to Tulsa, Okla., where he remained until his enlistment during the World War. He was assigned to Company C, 22nd Infantry, and later transferred to the motor transport service. While in France he was with the air service and later served as an instructor in the school of mechanics. After the close of the war he was assigned to the Eighth Infantry, Army of Occupation, and did not return to this country until Feb. 7, 1923, at which time he was HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 983 discharged. He settled in East Liverpool and has since been proprietor of the Fidelity Motor Company, Ford and Fordson dealers. He has a well equipped garage and carries a complete line of automobile accessories. Mr. Parsons is a Republican and a member of the Methodist Church. Harold A. Cronin, one of East Liverpool's .best known young men, is a veteran of the World War. He was born at Chester, W. Va., July 10, 1895, and is the son of Daniel and Margaret (Wilson) Cronin. Daniel Cronin was born in Brown County, Ind., and his wife in Beaver County, Pa. He was a pilot on the Ohio River for 20 years, after which he settled in East Liverpool and worked in the potteries. He died July 9, 1916, and is buried at St. Mary's, W. Va. His wife died Nov. 24, 1919, and is buried in Riverview Cemetery, East Liverpool. Mr. Cronin was a Democrat and a member of the Christian Church. There were seven children in the Cronin family, as follows: Walter, lives in East Liverpool ; Alice and Bert, both deceased ; Bell, married Cecil Maxwell, lives at East Liverpool ; Harold A., the subject of this sketch ; Clark, lives at Chester, W. Va.; and Jesse W., lives at Chester, W. Va. Daniel Cronin was the son of Andrew Cronin, who served during the Civil War with Company H, 92nd Ohio Volunteer Infantry. Harold A. Cronin received his education in the schools of Chester, W. Va., and later worked in the oil fields of St. Marys, W. Va. When his family removed to East Liverpool Mr. Cronin entered the employ of Knowles, Taylor & Knowles, and since July, 1924, has been identified with the Vodrey Pottery Company. On May 28, 1917, Mr. Cronin enlisted for service during the World War with Company E, Tenth Ohio Infantry, which later became Company D, 135th Machine Gun Battalion, 37th Division. He engaged in the following important battles and drives : Baccarat Defensive ; Muese Argonne Offensive ; St. Mehiel ; Ypres ; and Alyes. He was wounded in action when his company was located west of Montfucon. Mr. Cronin was discharged April 9, 1919, at Camp Sherman, Ohio, with the rank of sergeant. On Dec. 1, 1919, Mr. Cronin was united in marriage with Miss Lottie Applegate, of Brownville, Ind., and the daughter of William and Mary (Crawford) Applegate, natives of Jefferson County, Ohio. Mr. Applegate 984 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY resides in East Liverpool. His wife is deceased. To Mr. and Mrs. Cronin have been born four children: Louise, Russell, Marie, and Hunter L. Politically, Mr. Cronin is a Republican. He is identified with the American Legion and La Societe des 40 Hommes et 8 Chevaux. He is favorably known throughout Columbiana County and has a host of friends. James Martin Rothwell is well and favorably known in East Palestine, and is a member of a representative pioneer family of Columbiana County. He was born in East Palestine, Jan. 29, 1886, and is the son of C. P. and Kittie L. (Martin) Rothwell. C. P. Rothwell was born on a farm in Fairfield Township, Columbiana County, Jan. 25, 1860. He died in Florida, Dec. 30, 1910, and is buried in the East Palestine Cemetery. Kittie L. (Martin) Rothwell was born at East Palestine, Jan. 20, 1862, the daughter of James and Louisa Catherine (Foulks) Martin. Mr. Martin was born in Unity Township, Columbiana County, Nov. 24, 1808, and his wife was born at Connelton, Pa., on Beaver Creek, May 2, 1819. Mr. Martin died at East Palestine, Oct. 27, 1883, and his wife died at Martinsburg, W. Va., April 10, 1910. They are buried in the family lot in the East Palestine Cemetery. Mr. Martin worked on the farm and at the age of 21 years taught school and later read law and medicine. Politically, he was a Republican, and was honored in the village of East Palestine with positions of honor and trust. In 1854 he was elected probate judge of Columbiana County and 're-elected in 1857, serving six years. during which time he never had a case reversed. He was subsequently in 1836 elected to the legislature from his native county. "Weep not that their toils are over ; weep not That their race is run ; God grant we may rest as calmly when Our work like theirs is done. Till then we would yield with gladness, our Treasures to Him to keep, And rejoice in the sweet assurance He giveth His loved ones sleep." HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 985 Mrs. Kittis L. (Martin) Rothwell had a thorough education in vocal and instrumental music, and was for 13 years president of the Women's Relief Corps of East Palestine, and is a member at this time of the Memorial Association. She is president of the local Women's Christian Temperance Union, having filled this office continuously since January, 1915. She has served as county president of the W. C. T. U. for the past two years. Mrs. Rothwell was one of the crusaders in 1874. At that time Mrs. Jane Collins was president and Mrs. Rothwell served as secretary, although only a girl of 12 years. She went out on the streets with the women to sing and pray at the doors of the saloons in East Palestine. Five of the original crusaders are living at this time. Mrs. Rothwell lives at 124 West Martin Street, East Palestine. She devotes her entire time to church, patriotic and temperance work and has always been an influential member of her community. James Martin Rothwell, the subject of this sketch, was reared and educated in East Palestine. He also attended Western Reserve Academy at Hudson, Ohio, and Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio. At an early age he was associated in business with his father, who owned some of the largest and finest apple orchards in the state. He later entered the cold storage and ice business with his father in Martinsburg, W. Va., and at the present time owns farm acreage in West Virginia, on which are located 400 acres of apple orchards. Mr. Rothwell is located in the old dominion at Charlottesville, Virginia, a city of much note, as the University of Virginia is there, built by Thomas Jefferson, and the home of Jefferson on Monticello Mountain, four miles away from the city. The officers of the Rothwell Storage & Ice Company of Charlottesville, Va., are: J. M. Rothwell, president; Kittie L. Rothwell, vice president ; J. R. Hall, general manager ; and Mrs. M. M. Trude, secretary. The company has had 35 years' experience in the apple business and has a capacity of 115,000 barrels. Mr. Rothwell is the eastern American representative in the export business for the Direct Co-Operative Fruit Company, Ltd., 15 Victoria Street, Liverpool, England, with branch offices at 204 Franklin St., New York City., Winchester, Va., 21 N. Main Street and 102 S. First Street, Charlottesville, Va. On Feb. 2, 1922, Mr. Rothwell was united in marriage at New York City, with Eleanor Carpenter, of Sewickly, Pa., the daughter of William Frazier and Stephanie (Sake) Carpenter, the former a native of Staten 986 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY Island, N. Y., and the latter of Zanesville, Ohio. Mr. Carpenter died in 1920 and his widow lives at 35 Fifth Avenue, New York City. In politics Mr. Rothwell is identified with the Republican party. He is a member of the United Presbyterian Church, East Palestine, and his wife holds membership in the Episcopal Church. During the World War Mr. Rothwell volunteered for service and was about to enter the army when the armistice was signed. Henry Schneidmiller, Jr., a prominent and successful young business man of East Liverpool, is a veteran of the World War. He was born here, March 17, 1896, and is the son of Henry and Helen (Steiler) Schneidmiller. Both Henry Schneidmiller and his wife are natives of Germany and early settlers of East Liverpool, where they were married. He was a potter by trade, and is now in the employ of the Keil Florist Company of East Liverpool. He is a Republican and a member of the Lutheran Church. Mr. and Mrs. Schneidmiller have five children : John, employed by the John Keil Florist Company ; Henry, Jr., the subject of this sketch ; Clara, Elizabeth and George, all at home. Henry Schneidmiller, Jr., received his education in the public schools of East Liverpool and when a young man entered the employ of the Review-Tribune Publishing Company, with whom he remained four years. He was employed by the Heleyer Electric Company of East Liverpool until his enlistment for service during the World War in February, 1918. He was stationed at Columbus, Ohio, and later at Raritan, N. J., as a member of the U. S. Infantry. He was discharged in March, 1919, as a first class sergeant. Since 1922 Mr. Schneidmiller has been associated in business with Edwin L. Goodwin, the business being known as the Tri-State Battery Company. They are dealers in electrical equipment and accessories and have the agency in East Liverpool for the Willard Battery and the Bosch electric service. The business is located at 204 East Fourth Street. In August, 1917, Mr. Schneidmiller was married to Miss Christine J. Hetzel, a native of Tarentum, Pa., and a daughter of Theodore and Lena (Zipperian) Hetzel. Mr. Hetzel is deceased and his wife lives in East Liverpool. To Mr. and Mrs. Schneidmiller have been born five chil- HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 987 dren: Ruth, born in May, 1918 ; Fritz, born in February, 1919 ; Edwin, died in infancy ; Christine, born in August, 1923 ; Henry, Jr., born in March, 1925. Politically Mr. Schneidmiller is a Republican. He is a member of the Lutheran Church and is affiliated with the Independent Order of Odd Fellows, American Legion and Lion's club. He has a wide acquaintance in Columbiana County and is favorably known. Harlin J. Smith, a popular garage owner of East Liverpool, is a member of a well known pioneer family of Columbiana County. He was born in St. Clair Township, Columbiana County, June 8, 1879, and is the son of William and Isodine (Thomas) Smith. William Smith, deceased, was a veteran of the Civil War. He was born in Meigs County, Ohio, Feb. 16, 1842, the son of David Smith, an early settler of St. Clair Township, Columbiana County. David Smith cleared a tract of 160 acres and engaged in farming for a number of years. When the "old canal" was put through he invested his savings in this venture, which proved a complete failure. He later lived at Fredericktown in Columbiana County and died there. His son, William, also was a farmer. He enlisted at the outbreak of the Civil War, served three years, and re-enlisted. He served first with the 103rd Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry and the 104th Pennsylvania Infantry. He died Oct. 22, 1924, and is buried in St. Clair Township. Isodine (Thomas) Smith was the daughter of Uriah and Jane (Crawford) Thomas, natives of Lisbon, Ohio, who settled there in 1805. He was the squire of that section for many years and was a prosperous farmer, as well as a teacher and writer. He also served during the Civil War. To William and Isodine (Thomas) Smith the following children were born: (1) Orion T., born in 1869, died in 1907 ; (2) Minnie B., died in 1907, was the wife of Charles Green, of Fredericktown, Ohio ; (3) A. Claude, born Sept. 6, 1872, agent for the Standard Oil Company in East Liverpool ; (4) Demoine T., born March 7, 1873, married Annabel Knowles, and they have 10 children : Franklin, a World War veteran, married Mildred Paisley ; Lelia, married Hassan Daily, lives at Fredericktown, Ohio ; Isodine, married Harry Paisley, of East Liverpool ; Kelly ; Daisy, married William Warrick, a 988 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY World War veteran, and they live in St. Clair Township ; Gladys A., Donald, Lucien, all at home ; Anna, deceased ; and Lee, at home ; (5) Annie, married Harry Green, lives near Fredericktown ; (6) Everard U., lives at Carrollton, Ohio ; (7) Harlin J., the subject of this sketch ; (8) Eddie R., lives on the old homestead ; (9) Bessie, married Edward Kelly, lives in East Liverpool ; and (10) Sophrina, married Charles Thompson, lives at Fredericktown. Harlin J.. Smith received his education in the schools of St. Clair Township, and at an early age came to East Liverpool, where he learned the potter's trade. After a period of 21 years at this work, he established his present business in 1919, having purchased the business of Manley, Peterson & Hawley. It is known as the Service Garage and ranks among the up-to-date and well equipped garages of the city. Mr. Smith also deals in used cars and accessories. In December, 1902, Mr. Smith was united in marriage with Miss Maude Burlingame, of East Liverpool, the daughter of James and Caroline (Housefield) Burlingame, both deceased. They have two children ; Caroline, married Oliver Aischbacher, lives at Newell, W. Va., and they have a son, James ; and William T., lives at home. Mr. Smith is a Democrat and a member of the Methodist Church. A. Earl Edwards, city treasurer of East Liverpool, is one of the progressive young men of Columbiana County. He was born in Berkley, Calif., May 13, 1891, and is the son of F. F. and Alice (Gaston) Edwards. F. F. Edwards, proprietor of the Edwards Hotel in East Liverpool, is a pioneer business man of this section. His wife was a native of Columbiana County and the daughter of James Gaston, one of East Liverpool's earliest settlers, who served for many years as justice of the peace. Mrs. Edwards died in 1921 and is buried in Riverview Cemetery. Two sons were born to Mr. and Mrs. Edwards: William, a professor at Wentworth Institute, Boston, Mass. ; and A. Earl, the subject of this sketch. A. Earl Edwards received his education in the public schools of East Liverpool, being graduated from high school in 1911. He was a traveling representative for the Atlantic and Pacific Tea Company for several years, and later engaged in the hotel business with his father. In 1921 he was HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 989 elected a member of the city council and two years later was elected city treasurer, which office he has since filled. In 1912 Mr. Edwards was married to Miss Mary Johnston, of Wellsville. Her mother, Mrs. Johnston, who resides in East Liverpool, has served as active head of the W. C. T. U. in East Liverpool for many years. Mr. and Mrs. Edwards have five children : Frank, William, Amanda, Robert Gaston, and Mary Alice. Politically Mr. Edwards is identified with the Republican party. He is a member of the First Presbyterian Church and is affiliated with the Independent Order of Odd Fellows. He is an enterprising citizen and is widely and favorably known throughout the county. J. C. Crawford, who is successfully engaged in the hardware business in East Liverpool, is a substantial citizen of Columbiana County. He was born at Newark, W. Va., June 27, 1865, and is the son of John and Mary E. (Hickman) Crawford. John Crawford, deceased, was a farmer during his life. He died when J. C., the subject of this sketch, was a small child. His wife died in 1919 and they are buried at Newark, W. Va. Mr. and Mrs. Crawford were the parents of the following children : Golda Pearl, deceased ; Martha, deceased ; J. C., the subject of this sketch ; Canzida, deceased, was the wife of Austin Pickering, Wirt County, W. Va. ; A. L., lives at Wellsville, Ohio ; Molly, the widow of M. C. Cleland, lives at Elizabeth, W. Va.; and Emma, deceased, was the wife of William Cleland, Akron, 0. J. C. Crawford attended the schools of Newark, W. Va., and Noble County, Ohio. He operated a farm of 52 acres until 1890, at which time he removed to East Liverpool. He worked in the mines as a machine man for 13 years and in June, 1924, purchased the hardware business of E. D. Wilson at 533 Mulberry Street. Mr. Crawford carries a complete line of hardware and has an up-to-date place of business. While living at Newark, W. Va., he also engaged in the mercantile business and served as postmaster. In 1891 Mr. Crawford was united in marriage with Miss Ermine Melvin, of Newark, W. Va., the daughter of Jerry and Roxanna Melvin, both deceased. To them were born six children, as follows : Golda 990 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY Pearl, deceased ; B. H., lives in East Liverpool, married Elsie Kerr, deceased, and they had twin daughters, Ada and Erma ; Mary Roxanna, deceased ; Fostine, married Isaac Alman, has a son, John, and they live in East Liverpool ; C. Blair, lives at Beachwood, Ohio, is a veteran of the World War ; and Erma, married Harry Wolf, lives at East Liverpool. In politics Mr. Crawford is identified with the Republican party. He is a member of the Baptist Church and has a wide acquaintance in the community in which he lives. L. A. Wallover, one of the successful and enterprising business men of East Liverpool, where he is manager of the Wallover Oil Company, is a native of Pennsylvania. He was born at Smith's Ferry, Beaver County, Oct. 18, 1888, and is the son of R. A. and Mary (Dunn) Wallover. R. A. Wallover was born at Smiths Ferry, Pa., Oct. 18, 1861, and is the son of Peter M. and Margaret (Arthur) Wallover. Peter. M. Wallover, a native of Pennsylvania, settled at Smiths Ferry in 1854 and was the organizer of the Wallover Oil Company. His son, R. A., attended Scio College and with his brother, Bert, engaged in the oil business. Since the brother's death, R. A. Wallover has been owner of the business. He is affiliated with the Masonic Lodge, Independent Order of Odd Fellows, and is a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church. Four children were born to Mr. and Mrs. Wallover : L. A., the subject of this sketch ; Ethel, married C. G. Metsch, secretary of the Potters Mining & Milling Company, East Liverpool; Margaret, married Homer Fisher, of Akron, Ohio ; and Edwin M., a graduate of Washington & Jefferson College and the University of Pittsburgh, an attorney, lives at Midland, Pa., married Mary L. Irwin, of East Liverpool. To Peter M. and Mary (Dunn) Wallover the following children were born: Kate, deceased ; Laura, married George Boyd, both deceased ; Charles A., deceased, was a Civil War veteran ; William H., deceased ; Bertha S., deceased ; R. A., father of the subject of this sketch ; J. D., lives at Glasgowboro, Pa.; and E. S., lives in Pittsburgh. L. A. Wallover was educated in the public schools of Smiths Ferry and East Liverpool, and attended the University of Michigan. He began his business career with the Review Tribune as a reporter and two years HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 991 later became identified with the Potters Insurance Company as secretary and treasurer. In 1912 he located in East Liverpool with the Wallover Oil Company, where he has since remained. On May 25, 1910, Mr. Wallover was united in marriage with Miss Vida Sanor, of East Rochester, Ohio, the daughter of J. M. and Elizabeth Sanor. Three children have been born to Mr. and Mrs. Wallover: Mary Elizabeth, born April 13, 1911; Robert Arthur, born May 14, 1914 ; and James Sanor, born March 20, 1917. Politically, Mr. Wallover is a Republican. He holds membership in the First Methodist Episcopal Church, and belongs to the Masonic Lodge, Kiwanis Club, and Independent Order of Odd Fellows. He has a wide acquaintance and is representative of the best citizenship of Columbiana County. W. F. Taylor is among the enterprising and successful young business men of Wellsville, where he is proprietor of the Central Garage and agent for the Willys Knight and Overland automobiles. He was born at Toronto, Ohio, May 7, 1895, and is the son of Thomas and Sarah (Whitacre) Taylor. Both Thomas Taylor and his wife were natives of Ohio. He died when W. L., the subject of this sketch, was a small child. His wife died in 1913 and they are buried at Toronto, Ohio. W. L. Taylor was their only child. After W. L. Taylor completed his schooling he became interested in the automobile business. He has lived at Wellsville since 1916 and in 1919 established his present business. He has an up-to-date sales room, does expert repair work, and deals in accessories and tires. Mr. Taylor was married on Oct. 19, 1915, to Miss Geneive Ward, of New Cumberland, W. Va., and the daughter of James and Mary (Newman) Ward, residents of that city. Mr. and Mrs. Ward have four children: Charles, lives in Los Angeles, Calif.; Mrs. Taylor; Lucy, married J. L. McKiernan, lives in Wellsville, Ohio ; and Brady. To Mr. and Mrs. Taylor has been born a son, Ward. Mr. Taylor is a member of the Presbyterian Church and Elks Lodge. He has a wide acquaintance in Columbiana County and is favorably known. 992 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY Carey E. Greenamyer is a leading business man of Leetonia, where he has served as secretary of the Peoples Savings & Loan Company since 1896. He was born in Mahoning County, Ohio, Feb. 5, 1872, and is the son of Joshua S. and Alice (Thoman) Greenamyer. Joshua S. Greenamyer, deceased, was a prominent citizen of Leetonia. He was born in Beaver Township, Mahoning County, Ohio, in 1846, and died in 1904. He served as mayor of Leetonia for three terms, was successfully engaged in the insurance business, and also served as president of the Peoples Savings & Loan Company, of which he was an organizer. His wife, also a native of Mahoning County, resides at Leetonia. Mr. and Mrs. Greenamyer had two sons: C. E., the subject of this sketch ; and Arthur G., lives at Buffalo, N. Y. C. E. Greenamyer was four years of age when his family settled in Leetonia. He received his education in the public schools and when a young man entered the employ of the Cherry Valley Iron Works. Since 1896 he has been identified with the Peoples Savings & Loan Company in his present capacity. On June 24, 1895, Mr. Greenamyer was united in marriage with Miss Mary G. Burgham, of Lisbon, a daughter of Thomas and Arvilla (Wood) Burgham, both deceased. Mr. and Mrs. Greenamyer have a son, Edward C. Mr. Greenamyer is a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church and the Independent Order of Odd Fellows. He is a Republican. W. A. O'Grady, who is successfully engaged in the practice of law at Wellsville, is among the prominent citizens of this section. He was born at Wellsville, May 28, 1870, and is the son of James and Margaret (Leahy) O'Grady. James O'Grady was a native of Ireland, as was his wife. They came to this country many years ago and settled in Wellsville in 1865, where he followed his trade as a shoemaker. He was a Democrat and a member of the Catholic Church. He died in 1894 and his wife is also deceased. Mr. and Mrs. James O'Grady were the parents of the following children : Mary, the widow of John Thornton, lives in Wellsville ; James, lives in Wellsville ; John, Frank, and Daniel, all deceased ; and W. A., the subject of this sketch. HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 993 W. A. O'Grady received his early education in the schools of Wellsville and began life as a telegraph operator. He was employed by the Pennsylvania Railroad as a fireman for nine years, and one year as an engineer. During this period he studied law and was admitted to the bar of Columbiana County in 1903. He has since been engaged in the practice of his profession at Wellsville and has offices in the Perpetual Savings & Loan Building. On June 17, 1896, Mr. O'Grady was united in marriage with Miss Anna Johns, who was born in Fort Wayne, Ind., Nov. 7, 1874, the daughter of Herman and Elizabeth (Michaels) Johns, the former a native of Indiana and the latter of Germany. There were three children in the Johns family : Mrs. O'Grady ; Sophia, lives in Fort Wayne, Ind. ; and Herman, deceased. To Mr. and Mrs. O'Grady were born four children: Rev. Raymond, was ordained to the priesthood in Cleveland, April 23, 1922, is located in Elyria, Ohio; Marcelline, a graduate of Pennsylvania State College, is identified with her father's law practice ; Delores, was graduated from Pennsylvania State College in June, 1925 ; and Geraldine, at home. Mr. O'Grady and his family are identified with the Catholic Church and are representative of the best citizenship of Columbiana County. Corydon W. Arnold is a leading business man of Wellsville and a prominent citizen of Columbiana County. He was born in Wellsville, June 4, 1884, and is the son of Clarence R. and Helen May (Wells) Arnold. Corydon Arnold, grandfather of the subject of this sketch, was a native of Massachusetts and one of the earliest settlers of the Western Reserve. He lived at Wellsville for many years and engaged extensively in real estate. The business was later carried on by his son, Clarence R., who was also local agent for the Adams Express Company for 40 years. He died Feb. 22, 1905, and his wife lives in Michigan with her daughter, Margaret, who married Albert Easton White, a professor at the University of Michigan. Corydon W. Arnold became interested in the real estate business with his father after completing his schooling at Wellsville. In 1905 he succeeded to the business, which has developed into the leading real estate and insurance business of the community. (26)V2 994 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY On June 24, 1908, Mr. Arnold was united in marriage with Miss Florence Boothman, who was born at Bryan, Ohio, Sept. 13, 1884, the daughter of Julian W. and Alice (Ely) Boothman. Mr. Boothman died Oct. 7, 1917, and his widow lives in Wellsville. Mrs. Arnold is the granddaughter of L. G. Ely, of Bryan, Ohio, who served as a member of Congress from his district for four successive terms. He died in 1924 at the age of 86 years. To Mr. and Mrs. Arnold has been born a daughter, Geraldine, born June 13, 1915. Mr. Arnold is president of the Chamber of Commerce and is active in the Rotary Club. He is a Republican and a member of the Methodist Church. He and his wife are highly esteemed in the community. Byron D. Beacom, who lives retired at Wellsville, is among the prominent and highly esteemed citizens of Columbiana County. He was born in Jefferson County, Ohio, Oct. 8, 1851, and is a son of John and Ellen (McClelland) Beacom. John Beacom spent his entire life in Ohio and was a farmer and stockman, as well as a breeder of fine horses. He was the son of Robert and Catherine (Palmer) Beacom, natives of Enniskillen, County Feranagh, North Ireland. They were Ulster Scots. John Beacom married Ellen McClelland, who was born in Brush Creek Township, Jefferson County, Ohio, April 24, 1826, and died at Wellsville, Jan. 30, 1915. John Beacom died in 1857. He had three sons: Byron D., the subject of this sketch ; Judge M. W. and Col. John H., mention of whom is made below. Judge M. W. Beacom, who lives retired in Cleveland, served as common pleas judge of that district for a period of 12 years, and was law director under the late Tom L. Johnson, former mayor of Cleveland. Newton Baker succeeded him as law director. Col. John H. Beacom was born in Ross Township, Jefferson County, Ohio, Oct. 8, 1851. He was graduated from West Point Military Academy in the class of 1882, winning his appointment in a competitive examination and receiving the official appointment from President McKinley, then a member of Congress from the 18th Ohio district. Colonel Beacom had a most distinguished military record in his 34 years as an officer in the United States Army, having been assigned to many different missions by HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 995 the government. On March 15, 1916, he entered Mexico as colonel of the Sixth U. S. Infantry, commanding a brigade, and marched to San Antonio. It was at Colonia Dublan, Mexico, that he was fatally stricken on the 17th day of September, 1916, when he was in the prime of life and rounding out a brilliant career. "In my opinion, Colonel Beacom was one of the ablest officers in our army. His services with this expedition have been of the highest order and second to none," was the report to the war department by General Pershing, commanding the expedition in Mexico, upon the death of Colonel Beacom. Byron D. Beacom attended the schools of Carroll County, Ohio, and in early life was extensively engaged in farming and stock raising. In 1895 he removed to Columbiana County and for a number of years was identified with the Steubenville, East Liverpool and Beaver Valley Traction Company. He served in the capacity of claim agent until 1908. He was mayor of Wellsville for one term and was nominated for reelection in 1924 but was defeated by the Ku Klux Klan. He has served as a member of the city council for six years and was president of that body for four years. From 1896 until 1903 Mr. Beacom was paymaster of the Everett Moore Syndicate of Cleveland, Ohio. In 1915 he became identified with the financial affairs of the Home Savings & Loan Company of Wellsville, and through his efforts averted a serious financial situation in this section. Mr. Beacom is a Republican, a member of the Presbyterian Church and is affiliated with the Masonic Lodge, being a 32nd degree Mason of the Lake Erie Consistory, Valley of Cleveland. In spite of their early hardships. the three members of the Beacom family met with most remarkable success in professional and financial circles. George B. Patterson is a substantial citizen of Wellsville and a member of a well known pioneer family of Columbiana County. He was born at East Liverpool, Nov. 13, 1875, and is the son of John and Winifred (Robbins) Patterson. John Patterson, deceased, was a veteran of the Civil War. He was born in England and when a young man settled in Boston, Mass., later removing to Trenton, N. J. Many years ago he came to Columbiana 996 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY County, and engaged in the pottery business at East Liverpool. In 1885 he removed to Wellsville, where he specialized in the manufacture of Rockingham and yellow ware, conducting the first pottery in this section. He retired from active business in 1905 and died in 1914. His wife, a native of Ireland, died in 1911. Mr. Patterson served with a New Jersey outfit during the Civil War and was a member of the Grand Army of the Republic. To Mr. and Mrs. Patterson were born 12 children, as follows: Elizabeth, died in infancy ; Jefferson, lives retired in Cleveland ; J. W., lives retired in Wellsville; Alice, married James Welch, lives in Wellsville ; Thomas, connected with the American Sheet & Tin Plate Company, Wellsville; Winifred, married Timothy Murphy, who died in 1925, and she lives at Wellsville ; Rose, the widow of C. J. Wolfing, lives at Wellsville ; Peter, lives in Detroit, Mich. ; George B., the subject of this sketch ; James, lives in Wellsville ; Anna, twin sister of James, died at the age of four years ; and Henry O., conducts the Central Hotel in Wellsville. George B. Patterson engaged in the pottery business with his father at an early date after completing his schooling in the public schools of Wellsville. In 1909 he began his present business as state highway contractor, and has had charge of the building of many fine roads throughout Ohio and Pennsylvania. On June 28, 1898, Mr. Patterson was united in marriage with Miss Ida Kraus, who was born at Ravenna, Ohio, July 30, 1877, the daughter of Jacob and Barbara (Kline) Kraus, natives of Germany and Ohio, respectively, and both now deceased. Mr. Kraus died Nov. 29, 1908, and his wife died Feb. 19, 1912. He was a Civil War veteran and a successful business man of Wellsville during his life. Three daughters were born to Mr. and Mrs. Kraus: Mary, married O. O. Perch, lives at Wellsville ; Elizabeth, married C. P. Horrigan, lives at Chester, W. Va.; and Mrs. Patterson. To Mr. and Mrs. Patterson have been born three children : Gertrude Marie, born April 6, 1900, a teacher in Wellsville High School ; Cletus, born March 8, 1902, proprietor of the Central Hotel, lives with his parents at Wellsville; and Erla, born April 21, 1904, was graduated from Ohio University on June 8, 1925. Mr. Patterson is identified with the Republican party, is a member of the Catholic Church, and belongs to the Knights of Columbus and the Elks Lodge. HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 997 Miss Jean Fogo, teacher of music at Wellsville, is among the leading and widely known musicians of Columbiana County. She was born in Wellsville. Miss Fogo attended the public schools of Wellsville and was graduated from Beaver College in 1921. She is also a graduate of the Pittsburgh Musical Institute. Her studio in Wellsville is located at 407 Riverside Avenue. Miss Fogo is a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church and belongs to the Daughters of the American Revolution and the Rebeccas. Jno. Stamm, a substantial and well known citizen of East Liverpool, was born in Cincinnati, Ohio, March 29, 1859, and is the son of Valentine and Catherine Stamm. Both Valentine Stamm and his wife were natives of Germany. They were orphans and came to this country on the same boat, making the trip with relatives when they were 10 and 8 years of age respectively. He died in 1888 and she died in 1924 at the age of 97 years. Mr. and Mrs. Stamm were the parents of the following children : Elizabeth and Mary, deceased ; Katherine, married Nicholas Reuhl, lives in Alabama ; Jno., the subject of this sketch ; Henry, deceased ; Gus, lives in California ; and William, lives in Chicago. Jno. Stamm attended the public schools of Cincinnati and has lived in East Liverpool since 1878. He was employed by the Goodwin Pottery Company, the Dresden Pottery Company, and the Union Pottery Company, having charge of the decorating kilns in the latter plant. He also served as general manager. His next position was as general manager of the National China Company, where he remained 12 years. He was then employed by the Croxall Chemical & Supply Company as a salesman and since 1918 has served as sales manager of the Ohio Silica Company. In 1883 Mr. Stamm was married to Miss Ella Andrews, of Mechanicstown, Ohio, the daughter of George and Elizabeth Andrews, both deceased. Mrs. Stamm died in June, 1922. To Mr. and Mrs. Stamm were born the following children: Innis I. Stamm, chief engineer for Middle States Construction Company, Columbus, Ohio, is a veteran of the World War, having served in the aviation corps ; J. B. K. Stamm, a railroad engineer on 998 - HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY the Pennsylvania Railroad, lives at Wellsville, Ohio, also served in the World War as an engineer ; Catherine, deceased, was the wife of J. W. McCain, and they had three children, John, Catherine and Robert, all living at Rochester, Pa.; Elizabeth, a graduate nurse of Bellevue Hospital, lives in Pittsburgh ; and Gypsy, deceased, was the wife of Frank Zaring, who lives in East Liverpool. Mr. Stamm is a Republican, and has served as city treasurer and a member of the board of education. He is a member of the Second Presbyterian Church, the Masonic Lodge, being a 32nd degree Mason, and a life member of the Al Koran Shrine, Cleveland. He is identified with the Improved Order of Red Men, Past Sachem Iriquois Tribe No. 40, Past Great Sachem of the State of Ohio. He represented the state for this order for 16 years and was the youngest Great Sachem the State of Ohio ever had. A. J. Frischkorn is among the most prominent and successful farmers of Yellow Creek Township. He was born in Washington County, Pa., Nov. 14, 1888, and is the son of Peter and Eva (Link) Frischkorn. Peter Frischkorn, a leading farmer of Columbiana County, is a native of Germany. He came to the United States at the age of 22 years and spent several years in Pittsburgh before purchasing his present farm in Yellow Creek Township in 1880. Mr. Frischkorn owns 200 acres of land and is an extensive dairy farmer. Mr. and Mrs. Frischkorn have four children: Lizzie, married Lester Anderson, lives at Wellsville ; A. J., the subject of this sketch ; Margaret, lives at Wellsville ; and Clara, lives at home. A. J. Frischkorn was reared and educated in Yellow Creek Township. He was employed in the oil fields of Pennsylvania and Ohio for 16 years, after which he spent four years in the employ of the McLean Fire Brick Company as an engineer. Mr. Frischkorn has lived on his present farm of 72 acres since 1922 and is specializing in dairy farming. His wife is interested in the poultry business and raises white leghorn chickens. In 1909 Mr. Frischkorn was united in marriage with Miss Jeanette Herbert, who was born at Wellsville, in June, 1888, the daughter of Henry and Jane (McGaugh) Herbert. Mr. Herbert died in 1907 and his wife died in 1900. They had five children, as follows : John, deceased ; Kate, HISTORY OF COLUMBIANA COUNTY - 999 married C. H. Taggart, lives in Yellow Creek Township ; Maude, deceased ; Margaret, married Andrew Moncrief, lives at Chester, W. Va.; and Mrs. Frischkorn. To Mr. and Mrs. Frischkorn five children have been born: Jason Herbert, born Oct. 1, 1910 ; Martha, born May 12, 1913 ; Esther, born Aug. 6, 1918 ; Kenneth V., born June 6, 1922 ; and William Mc., born Jan. 12, 1925. Mr. Frischkorn is a Republican and a member of the school board. He is identified with the Lutheran Church. George Galdo Schmidt, a well known young man of Wellsville, is a veteran of the World War. He was born at Gilmore, Ohio, May 2, 1894, and is the son of Jacob and Louise (Geottman) Schmidt. Jacob Schmidt, deceased, was a native of Germany. At the age of 20 years he came to this country and settled in Ohio. He was among the pioneer shoemakers of Wellsville, where he spent a great many years. He died Aug. 29, 1901, and is buried in Spring Hill Cemetery. His wife, a native of Ohio, resides with her son, George W., the subject of this sketch. To Mr. and Mrs. Schmidt were born 11 children, as follows : Dorothy, married E. E. Alton, lives at Wellsville ; Jacob, lives at Lewisville, Ohio ; Carl, deceased ; Frank, a Spanish War veteran, lives at Wellsville ; Mary, deceased, was the wife of Warren Myler, of Wellsville ; 011ie and Harry, twins, live in Wellsville ; Maude, married Thomas Madden, lives at Wellsville ; Minnie, married William Curry, lives at Wellsville ; Price, a sketch of whom appears elsewhere in this history; and George. George Waldo Schmidt attended the schools of Wellsville, learned the potter's trade, and later entered the employ of the American Sheet & Tin Plate Company, in whose employ he has been for a number of years. On May 24, 1917, he volunteered for service in the World War and served with Company D, 135th Machine Gun Battalion, 37th Division. He was in active service at the front for ten months and took part in many important battles of the war. He was severely gassed during the Argonne Drive, Sept. 28, 1918, and was discharged April 9, 1919. On June 21, 1919, Mr. Schmidt was united in marriage with Miss Zetta Barnes, of Grandview, Ohio. She was born Feb. 5, 1902, and is the daughter of William and Mary (Haught) Barnes. Mr. Barnes died