CENTENNIAL HISTORY OF COLUMBUS - 667 CHARLES G. SCHENCK, JR. (RETURN TO THE TITLE PAGE) Charles G. Schenck, Jr.. cashier of the Lincoln Savings Bank Company. Mount Vernon avenue; in Columbus, is a. young man of notable business prowess and skill. He has outdistanced in the business race many who started out ahead of him and yet there has not been a single esoteric phase in his career. for along the lines of industry, perseverance and capability he has gained his promotion. He was born in Piqua, Ohio, October 5, 1883. and has been a resident of Columbus since 1885 in which year his father. Charles G. Schenck. Sr., removed to this city. His education was attained in the public s schools and passing through consecutive grades he eventually became a high-school student. He afterward accepted a position as bookkeeper in the Market Exchange Bank where he continued for three years, during which time he gained comprehensive and practical knowledge of the banking business. In April. 1905, he succeeded W. W. Gard as cashier of 668 - CENTENNIAL HISTORY OF COLUMBUS the Lincoln Savings Bank Company of Mount Vernon avenue, an institution which was organized December 30, 1904, as a. depository for savings, the bank being capitalized for fifty thousand dollars. Mr. Schenck has done much to advance the interests and success of this institution and proves a popular cashier because he is uniformly courteous and obliging to the patrons of the bank. On the 12th of November, 1908, Mr. Schenck was united in marriage with Miss Marie Siebert Mueller of Columbus. Fraternally he is connected with the Masons, being a member of Humboldt Lodge, No. 476. LUTHER P. STEPHENS. Newspaper training is an excellent preparation for success in other business lines. He who does reportorial or editorial work must be constantly alert and watchful, utilizing every opportunity. and thus with native powers and talents fully aroused, the individual is competent to recognize and improve advantages in other directions, Such was the training of Luther P. Stephens, who, having retired from tlne field of journalism, has since 1898 been greatly interested in the development of suburban railway lines. In this connection he has contributed in substantial measure to the growth of the city, while from his labors he, too, has derived substantial benefits. Of Virginian birth, the place of his nativity was Stephens City, which was founded by the family early in the last century. His father, Calvin M. B. Stephens, was there born and dwelt for many years, his death there oc curring in 1862. He was a warm personal friend of General "Stonewall" Jackson but was physically incapacitated, so could not follow his friend and chief into battle. He married Rebecca J. Pelter, of Virginia, and the old home still stands near Stephens City. As there was little prospect for the boy's advancement in that locality. Luther P. Stephens came to Columbus in 1868, accompanied by his mother and brother George. Here he learned the printer's trade in all of its practical phases and was numbered among the half score of practical printers who founded the Columbia Evening Dispatch. During his journalistic experience lie at different times acted as reporter, city editor. correspondent and editor in chief. Following the establishment of the Dispatch, Mr. Stephens set type at the case and also acted as assistant. foreman but later entered the business department and in addition to managing the financial interests and laboring to increase the scope of business, he also acted as reporter, city editor; editorial writer and head of the staff of special correspondents for the gathering of the news of great, events For a period of four years he was general manager of the Press Post and was one of the few thoroughly capable correspondents who went out from Columbus his services being much in demand at political conventions and other great public assemblages. He was both fair and accurate in his work and among the more recent of his labors in this connection was the work done at the republican national convention of Phila- CENTENNIAL HISTORY OF COLUMBUS - 669 delphia, when President McKinley received his second nomination, and at the democratic convention at Kansas City the same year. His labors brought him wide acquaintance among distinguished men of the state and nation and the ability of his service was followed by financial progress that enabled him in the course of years to turn his attention in other directions. It was in 1898 that Mr. Stephens became interested in suburban railway lines. He organized and aided in building the Columbus, New Albany & Johnstown Railroad and was elected secretary and general manager of the company, which position he still fills. The road was built in 1901 and constitutes one of the trade arteries of the city. He is also the president of the Columbus, Urbana & Western Railroad Company and second vice president of the Columbus Savings & Trust Company. In 1878 Mr. Stephens was married to Miss Mary J. Rowland, a daughter of Thomas Rowland. one of the old settlers of this city, and they have one daughter. Bertha, a student at Wellesley College. Fraternally Mr. Stephens is connected with the Masons. the Odd Fellows and the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks. For forty-one years a. resident of the capital, he is most widely known here and through his labors, which have been serviceable in promoting municipal progress and development as well as individual success, he is now accorded classification with the representative residents of Columbus. FRANK E. WILDERMUTH. Frank E. Wilderrnuth, who follows farming on one hundred and sixty acre- of land in Madison township, is numbered among the substantial agriculturist of this section of Franklin county. He is the youngest in a. family of nine children born of the father's second marriage, his parents being William and Ruth (Allgire) Wildermuth, the former born in 1809 and the latter in 1820, while their marriage occurred August 11, 1839. The children are Phiette, Mary E., Rebecca Ann. Martin L., Eldora E., Isaac E., Milton D.. Jessie L. and Frank E. The father. William Wildermuth, settled on the farm where hiss son, Isaac E., now resides, in 1854, and carried on general agricultural pursuits throughout his entire life, his death occurring when he was seventy-six years of age. More extended mention of him is made in connection with the sketch of I. E. Wildermuth, the brother of our subject. Frank E. Wildermuth was born May 26, 1866, and was educated in the common schools. He was reared to the pursuits of farm labor, assisting in the work of the homestead property from the time of early spring planting until crops were harvested in the late autumn. He has made farming his life work and now operates one hundred and sixty acres of well improved land, located in Madison township. He is methodical and accurata as to the details of his work and his labors are resulting in gratifying success. Mr. Wildermuth chose as a companion arid helpmate for the journey of life Miss Cora E. Smith, their marriage being celebrated October 27, 1887. 670 - CENTENNIAL HISTORY OF COLUMBUS She was born June 18, 1866, and by her marriage has become the mother of four sons and three daughters namely: Clyde E., who was born June 18, 1888; Bert A., who was born May 14, 1890; Russell H., January 12, 1892; Daisy Ruth, born December 3, 1897; Mary J., May 10, 1899; Alice Rebecca, November 27, 1905; and Lester E,. born March 11, 1908. The two elder sons are graduates of the Groveport high school and are now engaged in teaching, while Russel H., the third son, will graduate from the high school in the class of 1909, and Mr. Wildermuth expects to afford to the other children equal educational advantages. Mr. Wildermuth is a democrat in his political views and his religious faith is indicated by his membership in the Lutheran church. He has never been active in public life but has served as a member of the school board. He takes great pride in his home and family and is ever solicitous of their happiness and welfare. The people of Franklin county look upon him as an exemplary man and proud to call him their own. GEORGE SANFORD SCHROCK. On the farm on which he now lives in Sharon township, in a little log cabin, George Sanford Schrock was born, his natal day being August, 16, 1865. His parents were William and Julia (Armstrong) Schrock. At an early period in the development of this county the family was established here. William Schrock was born in Blendon township, September 6, 1837, on a fa.rm a mile south of Westerville, where his father, George W. Schrock, had settled on coming to Ohio. He was one of a. family of seven sons and five daughters. Reared amid the environments of pioneer life, he shared with the family in the hardships incident of frontier experience and from his youth assisted in the labors of the home farm. All through his life he carried on general agricultural pursuits and became the owner of eighty-eight acres of good land, which he placed under the plow and improved after the modern methods of farming. His political allgeiance was given to the republican party and he stanchly supported its principles, although he never sought nor desired office. His religious faith was indicated by his membership in the Methodist church at Westerville. He married Julia Armstrong, who born in Renesselaer county, New York, March 4, 1840, and now resides with her son, George S. She was brought to Ohio when four years of age by her parents, Sanford and Louise (Kemp) Armstrong, natives of New York and Vermont respectively. After residing for a few years on a. farm here they went to Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, where their remaining days were passed. On Attaining womanhood their daughter gave her hand in marriage to William Schrock and into them were born three children: George Sanford ; Nettie L., the wife of E. W. Samuel, of Sharon township; and W. Ray, at home. George S. Schrock was reared upon the old homestead farm where he has always lived. He attended the common schools until he mastered the CENTENNIAL HISTORY OF COLUMBUS - 671 branches of learning therein taught and afterward became a student in Otterbein University where, he spent two years. Owing to his father's death he did not complete his college course but returned and took charge of the old homestead farm, being the eldest child. He has since increased the acreage of the place until it is now a valuable property of one hundred and fifty-eight acres, which he devotes to general farming and sock-raising. He also makes dairying a special feature of his work and raises shorthorn cattle. He now has good buildings upon the place and well kept fences, while the carefully tilled fields indicate his supervision and thorough, systematic work. He is diligent and persevering and now has one of the good farm properties in this part of the county. On the 26th of February, 1891, Mr. Schrock was married to Miss Anna M. Samuel, who was born near Hilliards, Franklin county, February 14, 1868, a daughter of William and Jane (Thomas) Samuel. The father is now deceased, while the mother resides near Westerville. Unto Mr. and Mrs. Schrock have been born seven children: Fred S., Julia., Clarence W., Donald H., Frank E., Eunice L. and Robert Thomas. Mr. Schrock exercises his right of franchise in support of the men and measures of the republican party and is now serving for the second term as township trustee. He was first elected in 1904, receiving the largest vote ever given a township official-a fact which indicates his personal popularity and the trust reposed in him by his fellow townsmen. He is a member of Blendon Grange, No. 708, at Westerville, Westerville Lodge, No. 243, K. P.; and Blendon Lodge, No. 339, A. F. & A. M. He has many friends in these organizations and is well and favorably known in his part. of the county, being thoroughly respected for his genuine worth and his freedom from all ostentation or display. He belongs to the progressive type of agriculturists who are accomplishing substantial results and displaying the same spirit of enterprise which is manifest in commercial and industrial circles in the city. CHARLES J. PRETZMAN. Charles J. Pretzman, a member of the Columbus bar, was born in Springfield, this state, on the 4th of August, 1867. His preliminary education was supplemented by study in the Wittenberg College of his native city and in order to acquire more advanced education he went abroad in 1886 and attended the universities in Goettingens, Berlin and Paris. Travel abroad is also the means of liberal education and after about eighteen months spent in Europe Mr. Pretzman returned to Columbus, Ohio, where he entered upon the study of law in the office of Powell, Ricketts & Black, well known attorneys of this city. He was admitted to the bar in 1899 and began practice in Columbus where he has since remained. He is accorded a good clientage and his practice is constantly increasing in volume and importance. In 1897, 1898 and 1899 be was assistant director of law under Judge Selwyn N. Owen and is now attorney for the Builders and Traders' Exchange. He 672 - CENTENNIAL HISTORY OF COLUMBUS is also connected with much important litigation tried in the courts of the district and is devotedly attached to his profession. ion. He throws himself easily and naturally into the argument and manifests a self-possession and it deliberation which indicates no straining after effect; on the contrary there is a precision and clearness in his argument which speaks a. mind trained in the severest school of investigation and to which close reasoning has become habitual. In 1892 Mr. Pretzman was married to Miss Clare McGuier. of Columbus and they have two sons: Allen and Lawrence. Mr. and Mrs. Pretzman are faithful members of the Presbyterian church and Mr. Pretzman belongs to the Ohio Club and to the Masonic fraternity in which he has taken the degrees of the Scottish Rite. Along more specifically professional lines he is connected with the Franklin County Bar Association and the Ohio State Bar Association. HON. JOHN C. BROWN. Hon. John C. Brown, whose unimpeachable record as state treasurer entitles him to mention as one of Ohio's honored dead figured for many years in public life and over the record of his official career there falls no shadow of wrong or suspicion of evil. He regarded a public office as a public trust and in the discharge of his duties manifested as loyal spirit of American patriotism, combined with the most businesslike and systematic dispatch of the work that was entrusted to him in his official capacity. Mr. Brown was a native of Jefferson county, Ohio, born in 1844. His father. George Brown, was one of the early residents of that county. where he owned and cultivated a tract of land, devoting his entire life to farming. He married Isabel Cunningham and under the parental roof John C. Brown was trained to those habits of life which work for honorable, upright manhood. He had no special pecuniary or educational advantages, attending only the common schools. In 1862 he responded to the country's call for troops, enlisting in the Fifty-second Ohio Infantry, with which he saw active duty at the front. He participated in a number of hotly contested battles in which he proved his valor and unfaltering allegiance to the Union. In the battle of Peach Tree Creek in 1864 he lost, his right leg and was thus incapacitated for further field duty. He watched with interest, however, the progress of the war to its close, when victory perched upon the northern banner and the preservation of the Union became an assured fact. Returning to the north, Mr. Brown entered upon a life of usefulness and activity and in public office made an unassailable record. In 1867 he was elected treasurer of Jefferson county and filled the position so acceptably that he was reelected for a second term. At the close of that time he retired but after an interval of four years was again elected, and in 1875 was chosen for the fourth term. The most businesslike dispatch characterized his administration of the office and his creditable record led to his selection for the PAGE 674 - PICTURE OF JOHN C. BROWN PAGE 675 - BLANK CENTENNIAL HISTORY OF COLUMBUS - 675 nomination for state treasurer in 1883. He ran far ahead of his ticket and in fact the other candidates of the republican party were defeated in that year. Again in 1885 he was chosen, also in 1887 and in 1889, and in almost every instance he received the highest vote of any candidate on the ticket. Few state treasurers in the entire country can parallel this record for length of service or for unquestioned fidelity to duty. The opposition as well as his own party acknowledged his worth, ability and unquestioned loyalty, and his record stands as an example which if followed would place the political history of the country above the attacks which are too often justly made upon it. In 1885 Mr. Brown was married in Jefferson county to Miss Malona Glover, a daughter of Josiah Glover, a farmer of that locality, and they became parents of two children, Mary F. and John G., both of whom are at home with their mother. Mr. Brown was a member oŁ the Grand Army of the Republic and the First Methodist Episcopal church and his life was in consistent harmony therewith. Entirely free from ostentation or display there was never about him the least shadow of mock modesty. He believed it was the duty of every individual to use his talents to the best advantage and in most capable manner in whatever situation of life be found himself and this is what Mr. Brown did. He was worthy the respect and unqualified confidence everywhere accorded him, and when he passed away the news of his demise was received with a feeling of deepest sorrow and regret on the part. of many men eminent in state and national affairs as well as by his fellow townsmen. WILLIAM J. TRESSELT. In many lines of business time must test the value of the service rendered, but in the work to which William J. Tresselt devotes his attention the value and attractiveness are at. once evident. He who wins success therein must possess not only broad knowledge of the scientific principles which underlie his work but a practical understanding of building operations as well. together with an originality that, enables him to bring forward new and attractive ideas in building lines. Possessing all of the requisite qualities of a successful architect, William J. Tresselt has gradually worked his way upward until his position is a prominent one. He was born January 2, 1873. in the city where he still resides. His father. Ferdinand Tresselt was a native of Germany born on the 15th of May, 1827. The favorable reports which he heard concerning America and her opportunities led him to seek a home in the new world and he crossed the Atlantic and located in Columbus, where he followed the trade of a mason. which he had learned in his native country. For a long period he was thus identified with building operations but retired about 1885 to enjoy in well earned rest the fruits of his former toil. His wife, who bore the maiden name of Dorothea Link. was also of German parentage and passed away in 1906 at the age of seventy-three years. 676 - CENTENNIAL HISTORY OF COLUMBUS William J. Tresselt was educated in the public schools. At the age of eighteen years he entered as apprentice in the office of Joseph Dauben, an architect, with whom he remained for six years, becoming an expert in that line of activity. He then embarked in business on his own account and after three years alone entered the firm of Maetzel & Company in 1892 as its junior member, now Maetzel, Tresselt & Bassett. In this connection they have made the plans for and superintended the erection of a large number of residences, also the Home brewery and the plant of the Crystal Ice Company. They have rebuilt nearly all of the Columbus breweries, also erected the Central National Bank building and a. large warehouse in New York city. The plant of the Kinnear Manufacturing Company and other local manufacturing plants also stand as monuments of their enterprise and business skill, and Mr. Tresselt is recognized today as one of the prominent architects of the city, having made constant progress in his profession as his experience and study have promoted his skill and efficiency. He is an honorary member of the Builders Exchange and a member of the Columbus Society of Architects. On the 29th of October, 1892, Mr. Tresselt was married to Miss Emma Catherine Kientz, a daughter of John and Sarah Kientz of this city. They have one son, Arthur Herman, four years of age, who is the light and life of their home. They have many warm friends in this city. Mr. Tresselt belongs to the Bismark Club and to the German Independent Protestant church. He is allied with no political organization. casting his ballot for the man whom he thinks best qualified for office. He is interested in all athletic sports, is particularly fond of bowling and fishing, owns a fine library and is an accomplished musician. His friends find him a most entertaining and congenial companion and in business circles he is regarded as one of the leading young men of the profession who is gradually winning a prominent place among the architects of the city. HORACE JEFFERSON MAYNARD. The years have chronicled the business progress and have made register of the commercial activity and enterprise of Horace Jefferson Maynard, the president of the Maynard Coal Company, today operating extensively in the rich coal fields of Ohio, steadily increasing its business in the number of mines owned and the extent of shipments made. Mr Maynard who is associated with his brother in this enterprise, has manifested in its control the qualities of indomitable energy and unflagging perseverance. He was born at Republic, Ohio, in 1848, and comes of English lineage. His grandfather, Stephen Maynard, removed from Pennsylvania to Ohio at an early period in the eighteenth century, casting in his lot among the pioneer settlers of Franklin county. His son, Jefferson P. Maynard, was born near Worthington in this county, and became a plow and rake manufacturer. Early in his business career, however, he conducted mercantile interests at Galena, CENTENNIAL HISTORY OF COLUMBUS - 677 Delaware county, Ohio, and subsequently established a plow manufacturing enterprise, conducting the business with gratifying success until 1886. His gratifying financial achievement enabled him then to put aside business cares, and removing to Columbus he lived retired in the enjoyment of well earned rest, until his death which occurred in 1898. The republican party received from him stalwart support, and his fellow townsmen, with appreciation of his worth, fidelity and ability, frequently called him to local offices. No trust reposed in him was ever betrayed in the slightest degree and he won honor and respect as an official as well as a business man. He married Fidelia Thrall, a native of Delaware county, Ohio, related to the famous Thrall family of that locality. She survived her husband for a few years and passed away in 1902. Horace Jefferson Maynard was a public-school pupil in Galena, Ohio; and after putting aside his test-books he came to Columbus in 1864 and accepted a clerkship in the dry-goods store of Osborn & Kershaw, at a salary of twenty dollars per month. He slept on the counter during the early days of his connection with the store, but gradually he advanced as the firm recognized his ability and worth. For six years he remained, being promoted from time to time with proportionately increasing salary, until he was receiving one thousand dollars per year, this being a very large remuneration for such work in those days. He afterward returned to Galena, Ohio, where he purchased an interest in a general store, becoming junior partner of the first of Hoover & Maynard. Mr. Maynard now felt that his business justified his establishing a. home of his own, and in 1872 he wedded Miss Margaret P. Patterson, of Columbus, and they have one daughter, Florence, now the wife of J. E. Bulen of this city. Mr. Maynard continued to conduct his mercantile interests until 1874 when he sold out and returned to the capital. Here he engaged in the grocery business as a member of the firm of Maynard Brothers at the corner of Rich and Fourth streets for four years, and from there moved to 115 South High street and continued until 1884. Their store became a popular enterprise of this character and was accorded a liberal and gratifying patronage. But as he gained success H. J. Maynard sought out other and more important fields, turning his attention to the wholesale commission business in which he continued under the firm style of Maynard Brothers until 1887. In that year they became connected with the coal trade as operators, purchasing a mine in Muskingum county, Ohio. Their business has developed along substantial lines, and to meet the demands of their patrons they have from time to time added other mines and purchased coal lands. In July, 1907. the business was incorporated under the firm name of Maynard Coal Company and they are now doing a strictly wholesale business as miners and shippers. Their largest mine is located on the Ohio river in Meigs county, employment. being there given to two hundred men. They also own mines in Perry and Muskingum counties and are conducting an extensive business, while their sales are made throughout Michigan, Indiana, Minnesota and Ohio. Mr. Maynard likewise has many and varied interests. He has been one of the extensive investors in real estate and he and his brother now own forty-five 678 - CENTENNIAL HISTORY OF COLUMBUS residences in Columbus which return to them a. gratifying rental. He has done considerable speculative building, erecting dwellings which he leases to tenants, and is the owner of much valuable real estate, both improved and unimproved. He and his brother likewise have a two hundred acre farm on Olentangy and wherever he puts forth his efforts the result is one of stimulation and enterprise that brings success. In all of his business career he has displayed judgment that is rarely, if ever, at fault, having early learned to differentiate between that which is important and that which counts for little real value upon his business operations. He is modestly inclined but a man at once thoroughly progressive in business, never regarding any position ass a final one, but rather viewing it as a step upward. enabling him to climb to still higher levels. He is quick. positive. exacting and comprehensive of every detail of affairs that come within the scope of his action, and is a business man he has talent for leading, which is one of the highest attributes of men-a necessity in the business world in these days of close competition. But while business interests have made a. demand upon his time and energies, calling forth his latent powers and talents until he is today one of the most forceful factors in business life, Mr. Maynard is nevertheless a man of broad sympathy, of generous spirit, of high principles, who Meets all men on an equal footing in his courtesy and shows no distinction between the man, highest or lowest, in the scale of human effort. He measures the individual not by his wealth but by worth, and on many occasions he utilizes his opportunities for doing good for those with whom he comes in contact. Many have benefited by his liberality and he is now serving as a trustee of the Protestant Hospital, is one of the directors of the Young Women's Christian Association, and is a. member of the official board of the First Methodist Episcopal church. He travels broadly and finds interest in viewing the .scenes of modern, historical or scenic interests. In former years he had little leisure, but as he has prospered he now finds that he has opportunity for the cultivation of those graces of character for which all mankind have appreciation and which add so much to the sum total of human happiness. A. G. HELMICK, M. D. Dr. A. G. Helmick, chief physician of the Ohio penitentiary at Columbus, was born in Pickaway county, this state. October 2, 1879. His father. S. C. Helmick, is a. native of Zanesville, and a practicing physician who has followed his profession in Pickaway county for many years. The family has numbered many followers of this calling for Dr. S. C. Helmick had sex uncles, five of whom were physicians, while many of their sons also became medical practitioners. One of the number, Dr. Luke Helmick was the first physician of Franklinton. Many of the name became prominent as medical practitioners, including Dr. Joseph Helmick of Harrisburg. who was a CENTENNIAL HISTORY OF COLUMBUS - 679 man of great repute. Environment and an inherited tendency probably had something to do with shaping the career of him whose name indorses this record. His another, Margaret (Chenoweth) Helmick, was born in Franklin county, Ohio. a daughter of Elijah Chenoweth, a well-known resident of this locality. The family is of German and Scotch descent. Dr. A. G. Helmick pursued his education in the schools of Commercial Point, Ohio, being graduated from the high school there. after which he took up the study of medicine in the Starling Medical College completing the course With the class of 1902. For one year he was house surgeon at Mount Carmel hospital, after which he was appointed on the staff of the Ohio State Hospital for epileptics continuing in that position for three years. He was next appointed night physician at the penitentiary, and while thus serving also engaged in the general practice of medicine. penitentiary, the 9th of July, 1905, he was appointed chief physician of the penitentiary and is occupying the position at the present time, having become well qualified for the onerous duties that devolve upon him by previous extended hospital work. Dr. Helmick is a. member of the Academy of Medicine, the Ohio State Medical Society, the American Medical Association, and the Alpha Kappa. Kappa, a medical fraternity. He is also on the staff of the Starling-Ohio Medical Dispensary, in charge of the department of gynecology. Fraternally he is connected with the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks. He is a young man of ability, who is making steady progress, in professional circles while his high worth of character commends him to the confidence, friendship and regard of all with whom he has been thrown in contact. CHARLES FOSTER JOHNSON. Charles Foster Johnson, engaged in the practice of law and in the real estate of Columbus. Ohio. demonstrates in his life record the possibilities for successful accomplishment to him who recognizes the fact that tho present and not the future holds his opportunity. He has ever utilized the passing moments to the beat advantage and has gradually worked his way upward until now he is one of the prominent representatives of financial interests in the capitol city. Mr. Johnson is a native of New Albany, Franklin county. He was born October 14,. 1879, on the day on which Charles Foster was elected governor and was named in his honor. His parents were William H. and Mary R. Johnson. The paternal grandfather was Thomas Johnson. who had three sons: George W., Charles W. and William H. The youngest learned and followed the shoemaker's trade, but interrupted his business interest.; by active service in the Civil war as a defender of the Union cause. He wedded Mary R. Hall, a daughter of Andrew Hall and a sister of Andrew B. and Lavonia. Hall. Unto Mr. and Mrs. William H. Johnson were born ten children: Blynn. who died at the age of six months: Willis G.. now deceased. who was married and had two children. Chester P. and Helen: Laura. who has one son, Everett; George 680 - CENTENNIAL HISTORY OF COLUMBUS D.; Herman H., who has one daughter, Louise : Belle L.: Charles F., of this review; Minnett E.; Mary C.; and Andrew B. Charles Foster Johnson completed his public-school education in the high school of Ithaca, New York, and afterward attended the Ohio State University, being graduated from the law department in 1902 with the degree of Bachelor of Law. For two years he was trust official with the State Savings Bank & Trust Company of Columbus but is now engaged in the general practice of law and in the real-estate business, making a specialty of development of allotments. He has made steady progress in the various branches of his business and deserves much credit for what he has accomplished as he has depended entirely upon his own resources from the age of seventeen years. At that time he left home and later provided the funds necessary for his professional education. He became a permanent resident of Columbus in 1899 and since that time has made steady progress in his chosen field of labor. Ambition and enterprise have led him on and on until he occupies a position among the men of affluence and the substantial citizens of the capital. On the 16th of June, 1904, Mr. Johnson was married to Mary Jane Pinney, a daughter of Perry Pinney, of Westerville. Ohio. and they have one child, Mary Katharyn, two and one-half years of Mr. Johnson has always given his political allegiance to the republican party but the honors and emoluments of office have had no attraction for him. He belongs to the Masonic fraternity and has taken the chapter and council degrees. The demands of a growing business. however, leave him little opportunity for participation in public affairs and yet his influence is always given on the side of municipal advancement and general improvement. COLONEL WILLIAM H. KNAUSS Colonel William H. Knauss is a well known and highly esteemed resident of Columbus, a zealous patriot, and a veteran of the Civil war, a successful business man and a public-spirited and philanthropic citizen. It is doubtful if there exists in the United States an individual who is more loyal in his devotion to the flag, and surely there is none whose sympathies are broader as manifest in his activity for the one-time neglected Confederate dead at Camp Chase. His efforts in that connection have enshrined him in the hearts of the southern people, as is attested by the many testimonials and tokens of appreciation which he has received from them. Because of his wide and favorable acquaintance, the life record of Colonel Knauss is deserving of more than passing mention in this volume. He is a native of Rosscomon, Northampton county, Pennsylvania, and son of Captain Thomas W. Knauss, a descendant of one of the old families of that locality. The ancestry is traced back to Ludwig Knauss, who came from Germany in 1728 and settled in Lehigh county Pennsylvania. in what is now the city of Emaus, while on PAGE 681 - PICTURE OF WILLIAM H. KNAUSS PAGE 682 - BLANK CENTENNIAL HISTORY OF COLUMBUS - 683 his farm he built the first Moravian church in that section. His descendants are still numerous in that locality. John M. Knauss, the grandfather of Colonel Williain H. Knauss, was a soldier in the war of 1812, and for many years his widow was granted a pension in recognition of the military aid which he had rendered. His son, Captain Thomas W. Knauss, was captain of the local militia when the Mexican war broke out, and held his rank and saw active service during the war. His son and namesake, the only brother of Colonel Knauss, enlisted in Company G of the Second New Jersey Volunteer Infantry at the time of the Civil war, did active duty and is now a resident of Columbus. Colonel Knauss was born March 10, 1839, and was but a small boy when his parents died. For a. time he made his home in Monroe County, Pennsylvania, with a maternal uncle, who resided on a mountain farm. His educational advantages were of necessity quite limited. At the age of twelve years he left his uncle's home and from that time has made his own way in the world, working for some years in the lumber canips of Luzerne county. Pennsylvania. In 1856 he went to Newark, New Jersey, where he learned the clothing business, and continued there until he enlisted for service in the Civil war, save for the winter of 1857-8, when he was a partner in a stave business on the Savannah river. Colonel Knauss answered President's Lincoln's call for troops by recruiting a company, and as the .state quota was filled, he enlisted in Company G, Second New Jersey Infantry. His regiinent was asssigned to the First Brigade under the command of Phil Kearney, First Division, Sixth Ariny Corps of the Army of the Potomac. He proved a brave and valiant soldier and was in every action in which his regiment was engaged from Bull Run until he was shot at Fredericksburg, December 13, 1863, a piece of shell striking him on the left cheek below the eye, glancing down and lodging below the cellar bone. He was carried from the field, and for several days it was supposed he was dying. After many months of patient, but at times intense suffering, he returned to his regiment and wits offered a. commission iii another regiment to be received on the field, but because of his physical condition he was unable to go again to the front. He has never ceased to feel the effects of the injury. With his regiment he was mustered out at Newark, his terni of service lacking but two weeks of being three years. When his military experience was over Colonel Knauss took up the manufacture of clothing at Newark, but his health remaining impaired, he later sought outdoor occupation and in 1861 turned his attention to the real-estate business. also contracting work on a large scale. In 1868-69 he held an important contract in connection with the building of the first street railway in Kansas City, Missouri. Later for several years he was engaged in mining and furnace building contract work in Utah and Colorado, and was quite successful. He then transferred his field of operation to New York and New Jersey, and in the early '70s became associated with a Mr. Fox under the firm name of Fox & Knauss. They took the contract to dig the Cape Cod canal. which undertaking, however, was never completed. For a number of years carious ventures and enterprises in contracting lines claimed the attention of 684 - CENTENNIAL HISTORY OF COLUMBUS Colonel Knauss, and in 189? he became connected with some important contract work in Columbus, including the laying out, grading and paving of Fifth avenue and the extensive improvements made by the Toledo & Ohio Central Railroad. However, he did not become a resident of the city until 1895. Subsequently he gave up the contracting business and with his son-in-law. John T. Gamble, formed a partnership for the conduct of a real-estate business under the firm name of Knauss &, Gamble with offices in the Wheeler block. In 1863 Colonel Knauss was married in New Jersey to Miss Margaret M. Lamb, a daughter of James Lamb, of Newark, and unto them were born four children, of whom the oldest, Benjamin, died in infancy. Helen L.. the second, died in Newark, New Jersey, in 1895, a few days before the time set for her wedding. A beautiful memorial window has been placed to her memory in the home of the parents. Lizzie M. became the wife of John T. Gamble at that time general pas-:eager agent for the Toledo & Ohio Central Railroad Company but now a member of the firm of Knauss & Gamble. Her death occurred in May. 1908. Martha J., the only surviving daughter of the family, is the wife of O. W. Pletcher, of the firm of Pletcher, Brown Company. In politics Colonel Knauss is a stanch republican. He belongs to the Masonic, Odd Fellows and Knights of Pythias fraternities, and is past chancellor of Joseph Dowdall Lodge, K. P. He is also the past commander of J. C. McCoy Post, No. 1, G. A. R., and is past national commander of the Union Veteran Legion. This organization is a most commendable one, as is indicated by the circular sent out from its national headquarters, and which reads: "The Union Veteran Legion besides the preservation of friendly relations among those who fought for the safety of the American Union has a mission to perform in the cultivation of true devotion to American government and its institutions. A noble work may be accomplished in teaching the rising generation the principples of our government and instilling in the minds of children a love of country and the flag. Nowhere can this be accomplished with better results than in our public schools. Hundreds of thousands of immigrants from foreign shores arrive in this fair land of freedom annually, whose children attend our public schools. and it is of the utmost importance that they as well as American born youths be carefully instructed in our form of government and the duties of American citizens. The perpetuation of our government depends upon the proper assimilation of these foreign born children into the great body of Americanism. Your national commander would therefore recommend that each encampment detail some suitable person to address the children of the schools in your locality-weekly or as often as consent can be obtained from directors or boards of education-on our form of government and the duties of its citizens. No more important matter outside of the regular routine of duties could be taken up, and no other could give as beneficial results in perpetuating the Union and the principles for which we fought." During the Spanish-American war Colonel Knauss was offered a place on the staff of General Fitzhugh Lee, but declined. This act of General Lee CENTENNIAL HISTORY OF COLUMBUS - 685 was a most popular one in the south because of the kind feeling the southern people entertained for Colonel Knauss, owing to his efforts in having the graves of the Confederate dead on Camp Chase and Johnson's Island cared for. For a number of years he paid from his own pocket for the care of the Confederate soldiers' graves north of Mason and Dixon's line, and also paid for the services held over them. He was the first and only Union veteran of the United States to provide a monument for the Confederate dead, the boulder and memorial arch which is to be seen at Camp Chase. To attempt to give an account of the adverse criticism directed to Colonel Knauss for his interest in the Camp Chase prison dead would require too much space here. but nevertheless he has lived to see even the most hitter criticism changed to praise. He is also the author of an interesting volume entitled "The Story of Camp Chase,'" which was published in 1905. During the SpanishAmerican war he was the moving spirit in getting the hospital train started from Columbus to the camp at Chattanooga, Tennessee, to bring home the Ohio soldiers who were ill. A short time later when the transport discharged a number of ill Ohio soldiers at Newport News, Virginia; brought from Porto Rico, Colonel Knauss bore the entire expense of transporting these soldiers to Ohio save for one contribution which he received to aid him in the work. In 1901 he furnished every schoolhouse in Franklin county a picture of Abraham Lincoln, framed, and containing on the margin a copy of the famous Gettysburg address, these pictures being distributed by the Women's "omen's Auxiliary of the Union Veteran League. His patriotism is ever shown by the fact that for many years he has always made it a practice to carry the American flag somewhere on his person, nor is he seen in public without a flower in the lapel of his coat. Patriotism is perhaps the keynote of his character and philanthropy is also a strongly pronounced trait. His veneration for the flag and all for which it stands constitutes an example that may well be followed. and undoubtedly he has sown the seeds of patriotism at different times in fruitful lives. JAMES NELSON. James Nelson is today one of the best known real-estate men of Columbus and his present position is in marked contrast to the conditions of his early life when he worked for the education that he could not have obtained otherwise, his labors being compensated by a most meager salary. He knew, however, that achievement depended largely upon the individual; and he never faltered in his purpose of eventually winning a competence through well-directed and persistent labor. He has been a resident of Columbus since 1870, removing to this city from Etna, Ohio, where his birth occurred August 20, 1848, his parents being James and Hannah (Rose) Nelson, both of whom were natives of this state. The father devoted the earlier yearn of his manhood to farming, while later he turned his attention to merchandising. He removed from Etna during the early boyhood of our sub- 686 - CENTENNIAL HISTORY OF COLUMBUS ject, but James Nelson of this review remained in order to continue his education there, and, to assist in providing for his own support, he worked at the toll gate during the school seasons for a. dollar per month, and in the summer vacation was employed in the harvest fields at twenty-five cents per day. In this way he managed to meet his expense while pursuing his education, and then resolutely took up the task of winning success in the business world. He was a young man of twenty-two years when he came to Columbus, and in his intervening years he has largely given his attention to real-estate business. He purchased the Dr. Jones tract of land in the northeast corner of Franklin park, extending from Main street to Fair avenue and consisting of fifty acres. This he afterward platted as the James Nelson division, and it has since been built upon, being converted into a fine residence district He also built the property known as the Zetler Hotel and added four stories to it with stores on the first floor and offices above, this building being located at Main and Fourth streets. Mr. Nelson was also identified with mercantile interests, being engaged in the hardware business on Fourth and Main streets for a number of years. He secured a liberal patronage and was successful in that work, gaining a good trade, so that his annual sales reached a large figure. Later, however, he sold his store in order to give hi.; undivided attention to his real-estate business. His operations in this direction have been an important element in the growth, improvement and adornment of the city. He bought his first home on East Town street where ha still lives. As a. real-estate dealer and speculative builder he has so directed his efforts that he has gained success and at the same time the city has been a beneficiary of his well-directed labors. He has noted this tendency toward growth in certain directions, has anticipated the needs in real-estate lines and met them by the development of property interests. His present financial position is in marked contrast to his position in boyhood when he was working in the harvest fields at twenty-five cents a day. Mr. Nelson was married in Granville, Ohio, to Miss Mary A. Evens, and unto them have been born three children: Charlie L., a merchant in Chicago; Carrie D., wife of Judge Samuel L. Black of Columbus; and Estella M., the wife of Judge Marcus G. Evans of this city. Mr. Nelson has recently completed two bungalows on Big Walnut Creek for his two daughters, where they will spend the summer seasons, the grounds and surroundings of these homes being ideal for a summer residence. In 1888 Mr. Nelson was called upon to mourn the loss of his wife who in that year was called to her final rest. In his political views Mr. Nelson has long been a stalwart republican, having firm faith in the principles of the party and doing all in his power to further its growth. He has twice served as a. member of the city council and has ever exercised his official prerorgatives in support of measures for the public good. He is a Master Mason and his life exemplifies the beneficent spirit of the craft. In addition to his other business interests he is a director of the Market Exchange Bank, and his name has long, been an honored one on commercial paper. The brilliancy of a man's genius asserts its force in the rnastery of his work-the completeness of his undertaking. and judged by this standard Mr. 'Nelson is a man of forceful character whose CENTENNIAL HISTORY OF COLUMBUS - 687 history has been a potential part of the real-estate development of Columbus. His is a rare combination of character through which is interwoven business sagacity, strong mental force, and all the diversified qualities that make up the aggressive business man. EDWARD E. FISHER. Edward E. Fisher is president and treasurer of the Edward E. Fisher Company, conducting an extensive business as undertakers and funeral directors. His birth occurred in Woodbridge, New Jersey, October 26, 1869, his parents being Edward and Emma G. (Thomson) Fisher. The father's birth occurred in Hamilton township, Franklin county, August 19, 1832, while the mother was born January 1, 1842. At the time of the Civil war he espoused the Union cause and went to the front, serving as captain of Company G of the One Hundred and Thirty-third Ohio Volunteer Infantry. It was after this that he was married, the wedding being celebrated in 1869. Four children were born unto their: Edward E., Mrs. Gertrude E. Price, Robert T. and Margaret T. The father started out in life empty-handed, possessing no capital with which to give him advantage at the outset of his career, but he worked diligently and persistently and saved his earnings. . He was employed at different times in stores and later upon farms and in 1870 he began business on his own account as a funeral director and embalmer, establishing the enterprise which is now carried on by his son. The father continued in business until his death, and for the last two years of his life his son Edward was interested with him. The death of Edward Fisher. Sr., occurred October 29, 1893, and the city mourned the loss of one whom it had come to know and respect as a public-spirited man and a local friend. In taking up the personal history of Edward E. Fisher of this review, we present to our readers the record of one who is widely and favorably known in this city, for, though he was born in the east, he was only six months old when brought by his parents to Columbus, where he has since made his home. At the usual age he entered the public schools and continued his studies until he was graduated from the public school. He afterward joined his father in business in 1891 and upon the father's death the business was carried on in the name of E. E. Fisher & Company, and in 1903 it was incorporated under the name of the Edward E. Fisher Company, with a capital stock of forty thousand dollars. Mr. Fisher was elected president and treasurer of the company and still acts in those capacities. This is one of the largest business houses of the kind in the city, receiving a liberal patronage from among the best people of Columbus. The company owns the building which it occupies and each year has witnessed an increase in the business since Edward E. Fisher assumed the management, a fact which indicates his excellent business ability. keen discrimination and careful control. It was this company that purchased and introduced the first ambulance 688 - CENTENNIAL HISTORY OF COLUMBUS into the city of Columbus in 1894, and it was eighteen months afterward before the city woke up and put another one in operation here. On the 5th of October, 1893. Mr. Fisher was united in marriage to Miss Effie E. Weir. He is a republican in his political views and though never seeking nor desiring office for himself is always interested in the welfare and success of the party. His religious faith is indicated by his membership in the Methodist church, and he is a valued representative of several fraternal organizations, belonging to the Knights of Pythias, the Independent Order of Odd Fellows and the Masons. In the last-named he has attained the thirty-second degree of the Scottish Rite and is most loyal to the teachings of the craft, which are based upon mutual helpfulness and brotherly kindness. Mr. Fisher has a wide acquaintance in Columbus, and the fact that many of his stanchest friends are those who have known him from his boyhood days indicates that his has been a well-spent and honorable life. WILLIAM H. RINEHART. The great majority of men do not enter business life amid favorable opportunities. It is the rule of the world that an individual must work for the advantages which he obtains, but in the exercise of his own powers and talents he gains strength, experience and skill that carry him forward to larger undertakings. Such has been the record of William H. Rinehart. now connected with Post Brothers, carriage builders, of Columbus. Promotion has come to him as the merited reward of earnest and efficient labor and he is now in a business connection of considerable responsibility and importance. He was born August 12, 1863, in Sandyville, Tuscarawas county, Ohio. His father, George Rinehart, born in Alsace-Lorraine, Germany, in 1825, came to America in 1842 when a young man of seventeen years. He did not tarry on the Atlantic coast but made his way at once to Ohio, settling at Waynesburg, where he engaged in blacksmithing. Later he turned his attention to the manufacture of carriages and subsequently removed to Louisville, Ohio, where he remained until called to his final rest, his death occurring in 1906 when he was eighty-one years of age. His wife, Mrs. Catherina Rinehart, was born in Berks county, Pennsylvania, and was of German parentage. She came to Ohio by the overland route with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Heckaman, who were early settlers of Tuscarawas county. Here she passed away, her death occurring in 1871 when she was fifty-three years of age. William H. Rinehart was educated in the common schools and high schools of Louisville, Ohio. He entered upon his business career as an apprentice in his father's factory when seventeen years of age. There he learned the trade of a carriage decorator and remained in his father's establishment until 1903 when he came to Columbus and has since been identified with the carriage builders interests of Post Brothers. His efficient work- CENTENNIAL HISTORY OF COLUMBUS - 689 manship and thorough understanding of the business have secured him a place of considerable responsibility in industrial circles and he is gradually working his way upward. his business ability bringing him a. desirable remuneration and giving promise of still larger success in the future. On the Ist of January. 1S99. William H. Rinehart was married to Miss Flora Pero. a daughter (if Joseph Pero of Louisville, Ohio. Her father and mother were loth natives of France. and the farmer who came to America in 1816, died in 1876. Her mother is still living at the age of sixty-eight years. Unto Mr. and Mrs. Rinehart have been born three sons and three daughters: Catharine. a graduate of the Columbus High School; Margaret, who is also a high-school graduate and displays much musical talent; Eunice, a pupil in the grammar school Malcolm: Millard: and Marion. The family circle still remains unbroken by the hand of death and the children are all yet under the parental roof. Mr. Rinehart is devoted to his family and finds his greatest happiness in ministering to the welfare of his wife and children. reside at No. 490 Wyandotte avenue. In his political views Mr. Rinehart is an earnest republican; keeping well informed on all of the questions and issues of the day as every true American citizen should do. He is fond of literature, has been a great reader and is an accomplished musician. He was for many years choir director of the Reformed church of Louisville. Ohio. and was also a member of the famous Grand Army band of Canton. Ohio, traveling extensively with that organization. His love of music has been an inspiration toward the cult cultivation of musical taste in others and has been a feature in the pleasures of his own home. HARLEY SAGE VALENTINE. The real-estate business is one that has had a comparatively recent origin as the result of the constantly developing business conditions. In former years if an individual wished to purchase property he made it a point to seek the owner and between them they agreed upon the terms of the sale. In this improved age of town building and development the real-estate dealer is a accost important factor and is perhaps contributing in a larger degree than any other class (of citizens to the substantial improvement and adornment of the district which he represents. It is to this line of business that Harley Sage Valentine is turning his efforts, being widely known as a real-estate and loan agent. His birth occurred in Pike Run, Vinton county. Ohio. February 18, 1879, lee being the seventh child of a family of eleven children. His father. William H Valentine, was a native of Pickaway county Ohio. and did an extensive contracting business in building pikes. levees, etc. He is still living. but his wife passed away January 11, 1888. She bore the maiden name of Lydia Rollins and was a. native of Athens, Ohio. Following the death of his mother. H. S. Valentine left home. being but eight years of age. He was very young to be thrown upon his own resources 690 - CENTENNIAL HISTORY OF COLUMBUS but he early learned to be self-reliant and independent and to make the most of his opportunities. Going to 'Madison county. Ohio, he there spent most of the time of his youthful years. He afterward came to Columbus and has been identified with its business interests from the age of sixteen years. For some time he carried on general merchandising on Mount. Vernon avenue, trading for stocks of defunct stores. Mr. Valentine made a success of this work and continued in that line until he established a wall paper business on Mount Vernon avenue. During the Louisiana Purchase Exposition of St. Louis in 1904, he leased property and conducted a hotel in that city. He also furnished and leased properties for the purpose of sale, and remained in the metropolis of Missouri until the latter part of the year 1904, when he returned to Columbus and engaged in his present business in which he has won gratifying success. He has negotiated many important realty transfers and placed many loans. and no one is more intimate with the property that is upon the market nor can quote with more authority the price which is asked for it. He has secured a liberal clientage and is carrying on a gratifying business in both lines. He is now the president of the Favorite Building & Loan Association. He possesses marked perseverance and, furthermore, a seemingly inexhaustible fund of energy. and ever carries forward to successful completion whatever he undertakes. Mr. Valentine was married on October 29. 1902, to Miss Minnie B. Hikes, a native of Columbus, and a daughter of John Hikes. The father came from Pennsylvania at an early day and engaged in contracting. and was well known in that line of business. He died in 1905. Mr. Valentine has been very active in politics being well known as an organizer in democratic ranks and a. stalwart supporter of democratic principles. He likewise is much interested in temperance and religious work and is a member and one of the trustees of the Evangelical church. He belongs to the Woodmen of the 'World and is in hearty sympathy with every movement that tends to uplift. humanity and place higher standards before mankind. D. N. KINSMAN. M.D. Dr. D. N. Kinsman has been honored with the presidency of the State Medical Society, which fact attests his high standing in professional circles. At the age of seventy-five years he is still engaged in practice, and has made notable progress in his professional work, keeping ever in touch wit': the advancement that has, within his memory, largely revolutionized the methods of medical and surgical practice. The place of Dr. Kinsman's nativity is Heath, Massachusetts, his birth having there occurred on the 3d of May. 1834. His parents were Bliss and Betsey (Temple) Kinsman, both representatives of old New England families connected with the colonization of that section of the country almost from the period of its earliest settlement. In the year 1634 the Kinsman family came from England. and in 1636 the Temples, making settlement at Salem. Robert Kinsman. one of the ancestor, of Dr. PAGE 691 - PICTURE DR. D. N. KINSMAN PAGE 692 - BLANK CENTENNIAL HISTORY OF COLUMBUS - 693 Kinsman, did valuable service in protecting the frontier against Indian invasion, and was equally aggressive in his opposition to the bread tax instituted by Governor Andrews, as he considered this an unnecessary and unjust policy on the part of the executive. Because of his opposition he was imprisoned, but the record of his Indian service soon won him release and gained for him high honors. The township of Kinsman in Trumbull county. Ohio, was the gift of the government to this family for public serv ices. Bliss Kinsman, born in Heath, Massachusetts, May 1, 1801, maintained his residence there throughout his entire life covering the intervening period to the 16th of July, 1874, when he was called to his final rest. At the usual age Dr. Kinsman began his education in New England. benefiting by the excellent public-school system of Massachusetts. He also received instruction in the Deerfield Academy, of that state. and further more spent his youth in a home the atmosphere of which inculcated intellectual development and culture. In his youth he enjoyed the friendship of John G. Holland. the New England poet, author and magazine editor, who, however, was several years the Doctor's senior. Dr. Kinsman had great appreciation for the literary merits of his friend, and relates with interest stories of the humorous manner in which he portrayed in rhyme the foibles and unique traits of local characters during the early days when he was beginning to attract the notice of the literary world. Dr. Kinsman left New England in 1856, and has since been a resident of Ohio. For seven years he engaged in teaching school in Circleville. and his labors in that direction furnished him the means that enabled him to meet the expenses of a. college course in preparation for the practice of medicine. Determined upon that calling as a life work. he was graduated from the Ohio Medical College with the class of 1863. and opened an office in Circleville, where he remained until 1866, when he went to Lancaster. He was for seven years a member of the. medical fraternity of that city and in 1873 came to Columbus. where he has since continued. having for thirty-five years been connected with the medical fraternity here. 'Now, in the evening of life. he still follows his chosen calling in response to the requests of many who have long been his patrons. For eight years he was chief-of -staff of the Protestant Hospital, and served as health officer of Columbus froni 1893 to 1897. Dr. Kinsman was married in 1851 to Miss Isabel Stevens, a native of Ohio. who died in 1893. Unto this marriage were born three daughters and a son. Dr. Kinsinaii has long been prominent in Masonry, taking; the dc grecs of the blue lodge in Circleville in 1857. He has been the presiding officer in lodge, council and commandery, and for twenty-five years was master of Enoch Lodge of Perfection. He has been a member of the supreme council of the Scottish Rite since 1885 and has received the thirty-third degree an honor which is only accorded in recognition of merit. of faithful. efficient service in Masonry. and of unfaltering exemplification of the principles of the craft. His political allegiance has long been given to the republican party. and he served as live. stock commissioner for several years, also field the office of health officer in which position he commanded the respect of the 694 - CENTENNIAL HISTORY OF COLUMBUS entire community by the faithful and intelligent discharge of his duties. He was president of the Columbus Medical Society in 1882 and of the first Columbus Academy of Medicine, while additional professional honor came to him in his election to the presidency of the State Medical Society. For thirty-four years he was a. teacher in the Starling Medical College and in the Ohio State University, and as practitioner, educator, and citizen he holds high rank in the regard of his fellow townsmen and for his associate, in professional lines. His entire life work has been marked by orderly progression, prompted by his interest in the scientific phase of his work and by hls broad humanitarianism that has been manifest in his helpful and hopeful spirit. LUCIAN LIVINGSTON. Lucian Livingston, a prosperous agriculturist of Marion township, is a native son of this county, his birth having occurred on the farm where he still resides, on the 4th of May, 1856. His great-grandfather. who was a Nova Scotian refugee, advocated the cause of the colonists at the time of the Revolution and consequently his property was confiscated. As a recompense the American government gave him six hundred and forty acres of land in Ohio, the Franklin County Infirmary being now located upon one hundred acres of the tract. Edward C. Livingston, the grandfather of our subject, whose birth occurred May 23, 1783, left Johnstown. New York in1806 and took up his abode on a farm in Franklin county. Ohio. He erected the first frame house in this county, it. being constructed of black walnut. Both his son, Robert N. Livingston. and grandson. Lucian Livingston, were born in that dwelling but in the '70s it was destroyed by fire. being at that time still in a good state of preservation and occupied by a tenant. The destruction of the pioneer residence, which was greatly lamented on account of its historic associations, occurred during the absence of the occupants and was occasioned by the old wood fireplace. Edward C. Livingston was a well educated man for his day and served for several years as judge of the common pleas court in Franklinton, now Columbus at the same time making his home upon his farm. His demise, which occurred on the 13th of November, 1843, was the occasion of deep and widespread regret. In 1806 he had wedded Miss Martha Nelson, who was born May 11, 1785, and by whom he had eight children. Robert Nelson Livingston, the father of Lucian Livingston was born February 17, 1825. and completed his education at Marion University. Throughout his active business career he was connected with agricultural pursuits, spending his entire life on the farm on which his father had located in 1806 and which is now owned and occupied by his son Lucian The deed to the property was signed by Thomas Jefferson. In his political views Robert N. Livingston was a stalwart democrat and served in various positions of public trust and responsibility, including those of school director. township clerk and trustee. He was widely recognized as a substantial, CENTENNIAL HISTORY OF COLUMBUS - 695 upright citizen and one whose judgement could be relied upon in all matters of general interest. He joined the Presbyterian church at the time Dr. James Hoge, who remained its pastor for more than fifty years, became the first minister of the congregation. On the 10th of May, 1853, he was united in marriage to Miss Eunice Adgate Knowles, whose birth occurred in the state of Vermont, February 8, 1825. Unto them were born four children, two of whom are now living, namely: Lucian, of this review; and Margaret Crosby, whose natal day was June 13, 1860. Lucian Livingston obtained his education in the public schools of Columbus, and like his ancestors, has devoted his time and attention to the pursuits of the farm; in which he has gained a gratifying and well merited measure of success. The property on which he resides has now been in possession of the family for more than a century and there stands on the place the old smokehouse of hewn timber which was erected by his grandfather. It is boarded with black walnut and the. nails used in its construction were made by hand at the blacksmith shop. As a mute reminder of pioneer days and experiences it is highly prized by Mr. Livingston and he takes excellent care thereof. On the 18th of September, 1899, occurred the marriage of Mr. Livingston and Miss Mary E. Kerns and by this union there is one son, Lucian Logan. born November 3. 1901, who is now a student in the public schools of Columbus. A stanch democrat in his political views, Mr. Livingston takes an active and helpful interest in public affairs and has served as township clerk for three terns and also as clerk of the school board. He is a worthy and honored representative of a family that has been actively and successfully connected with the agricultural interests of this county for more than a hundred years and has gained a host of warm freinds throughout the community in which his entire life has been passed. STERLING B. TAYLOR, M.D. Aside from his profession. Dr. S. B. Taylor is well known in his relation to public interests. having served as a member on the city council for several years. He has exercised having official prerogatives in support of many measures of progress and reform. and that he is devoted to the general good is indicated by his frequent election to office. A native of Nashville. Tennessee. the doctor was born May 6; 1869. a son of Waller and Pattie (Barner) Taylor, both of whom were natives of Kentucky. The Taylor family is an old one of that state; and it was in the period of its frontier history that the Barner family were there established. the maternal grandfather of Dr. Taylor having early made his home there. He was the owner of several steamboats on the Mississippi river, and was one of the pioneers in that line of business in the country. Waller Taylor removed from the south to Evansville. Indiana. where for many years he car- 696 - CENTENNIAL HISTORY OF COLUMBUS ried on business as a. shoe merchant, his death occurring in 1904. He survived his wife for more than a third of a. century, for she passed away in the 12th of May, 1869. Dr. Taylor pursued his education in the common schools of Kentucky and Indiana and in Bethel College. He afterward studied medicine and was graduated from the Starling Medical College in 1890, while in 1893 he completed a course in the New York Polyclinic. He then commenced practice in Columbus, making a specialty of .surgical work and since 1891 he has lectured on anatomy in the Starling and the Starling-Ohio Medical College. At the present time he is lecturer on rectal disease; in the latter and is rectal surgeon for the St. Francis and Grant Hospitals. . In surgical work he has attained snore than local prominence, his ability being such that his opinion is largely regarded as authority in the line of his specialization. Dr. Taylor is now surgeon for the Ohio National Guard and is well known in political circles as a stalwart advocate of republican principles. On the 4th of May, 1893, he became a member of the city council, twice served as its president pro tern and rendered signal aid in municipal affairs by his advocacy to many measures the value of which time has proven. He recently resigned as councilman at large owing to his election to the position of superintendent of health. He displays a progressive spirit in his work in behalf of the city's interests, never countenancing the useless expenditure of money but at the same time endorsing those interests which tend to work for the city's substantial upbuilding and which constitute matters of civic virtue and civic pride. On the 23d of October, 1908, Dr. Taylor was united in marriage to MissMayme Pickett, of Bellaire. Ohio. R. FRANK ALSPACH. R. Frank Alspach, local manager and general agent for the state of Ohio of the Birdsell Manufacturing Company, was born at Thornville. Perry county, Ohio, April 21, 1856. His father, Jeremiah Alspach, was also a. native of Perry county and a son of one of its earliest pioneer settlers. R. Frank Alspach was educated in the common and high schools of his native place and was also a student at Jacksontown, Ohio. He remained with his father on the home farm until 1885, when he became engaged in the hardware and implement business at Upper Sandusky, continuing in that line of activity for five years. During the succeeding two years he was employed as traveling salesman for the Huber Manufacturing Company, and subsequently was connected with Nichols & Shepperd of Battle Creel:. Michigan, as their representative at Columbus and also as traveling salesman. In 1904 he was appointed by the Birdsell Manufacturing Company as their local manager and general agent for the entire state, having under his management over two hundred branch agencies throughout Ohio, with offices at No. 410 North High street. He is one of the best known and highly esteemed representatives in his line. CENTENNIAL HISTORY OF COLUMBUS - 697 and his executive ability and excellent management have brought to the concern with which he is connected a large degree of success. The Birdsell Manufacturing Company of South Bend, Indiana, is extensively engaged in the manufacture of clover huller., and faun vehicles, being one of the largest concerns of the hind in the United States. Mr. Alspach was united to marriage to Miss Mary C. Pontius. a daughter of Adam Pontius. a well known hardware merchants of Upper Sandusky, who is also prominent in political affairs and for a. number of year; served as sheriff of Wyandot county. Unto Mr. and Mrs. Alspach have been born three children. Lula Evelyn a graduate of the Upper Sandusky high school. For several years she has been an instructor in the Ohio State School for the Deaf in Columbus. Glad ys E. is the wife of H. G. Shawaker. secretary of the Buckeye Saddlery Company of Columbus. Fred C., who passed away at Upper Sandusky. Ohio. December 7, 1901, when seventeen years of age, was a member of the sophomore class in the high school and once of the city's most popular and promising young man. He was sun exceptional student an accomplished violinist and at mutual favorite with his schoolmates and companions. He was euergetic and painstaking and displayed all the prime elements of a successful and useful career. A lover of athletic sports, he was one of the most phenomenal boy shots to the country. having won numerous medals when but twelve years of age. At the time of his demise memorial exercises were held by all the schools of the city and a. highly eulogistic summary of his life was made in an address by Professor F. F. Brooke. Where national questions and issues are involved Mr. Alspach gives his political allegiance to the democracy but at local elections casts au independent ballot. His religious faith is indicated by his membership in the Presbyterian church. and he also belongs to the -National Union. the United Commercial Travelers and the Commercial Travelers of Utica. He resides at No. 857 Oak street and is widely recognized as one of the representative and progressive business men and citizens of Columbus. EMIL WALTER HOSTER. Emil Walter Hoster. secretary, treasurer and general manager of the Hoster Realty Company, was born in Columbus, Ohio on the 30th of September, 1884. his father being Gorge J. Hoster. He obtained his education in this city, being, graduated front the high school in 1902. while subsequently he attended private schools for a time. In 1905 he entered upon the duties of his present position as secretary, treasurer and general manager of the Roster Realty Company. having since been numbered among the prosperous and progressive citizens and business men of this city. He likewise liar other investments here and the name of Hoster is well and favorably known in buiness circles throughout Columbus. On the 1st of January 1906. Mr. Hoster was united in marriage to Miss Relent Hall. a daughter of Albert and Jennie Hall. who reside at No. 1155 698 - CENTENNIAL HISTORY OF COLUMBUS Fair avenue in Columbus. Mrs. Hoster is a member of the Art Association, is active in the work of the Diet Kitchen and very popular in society. She is an expert horsewoman and motorist and is a. lady of refinement and culture. Mr. Hoster belongs to St. Paul's Episcopal church and his name is likewise on the membership rolls of the Columbus Club, the Columbus Country Club, the Arlington Country Club, the Columbus Automobile Club and the Columbus Riding Club. He is fond of motoring, golf, baseball and homes and has won many trophies by reason of his skill as an equestrian. Both he and his wife have traveled abroad extensively. They are lovers of literature and have a fine library in their home at No. 80 North Twenty-second street. which is one of the roost handsome residences in East Columbus. The young couple are prominent and popular socially and the hospitality of their own pleasant home is greatly enjoyed by their many friends. F. M. RANCK F. M. Ranck, who by the consensus of public opinions deserves classification with the energetic and progressive business men of Westerville, owns and conducts a drug store there, is also an insurance agent and justice of the peace. One of Ohio's native sons, he was born at Kingston. Ross s county, May 8, 1853, and is a son of Peter and Eliza (Jones) Ranck. The father's birth occurred near New Holland in Lancaster county, Pennsylvania, while the mother was born in Vinton county, Ohio. In 1858 they removed with their family to Delaware county, settling near Westerville, where both died. Thev led the life of quiet, farming people, meriting the good will and trust of those who knew them by reason of their many .sterling traits of character. Their family numbered five sons and a. daughter. F. M. Ranck was only five years of age when he accompanied his parents to the farm in Delaware county and there the days of his boyhood and youth were passed. After obtaining a public-school education he worked in the fields until twenty-eight years of age and then on the 11th of April, 1881, removed to Westerville, where he has since lived. He carried on general farming until 1880, after which he took up carpentering, serving a three years' apprenticeship at the trade with his brother. After his removal to Westerville he worked for a short time at the Everall tile works and then became janitor of the Otterbein University, where he remained from the 1st of June, 1881, until 1888. In the latter year he was appointed assistant postmaster under William Rowe and so served for six months or until Grover Cleveland was defeated for the presidency. He next entered the real-estate and insurance business and also became agent for the Singer Sewing Machine Company, being thus engaged until July 1, 1893. At that date he became superintendent of the courthouse of Franklin county, where he remained for a year and a. half. He then reentered the real-estate and insurance field and also carried on an abstract business until February, 18.96, when he was appointed postmaster during President. Cleveland's second term. He served PAGE 699 - PICTURE OF F. M. RANCK PAGE 700 - BLANK CENTENNIAL HISTORY OF COLUMBUS - 701 in that position in moat acceptable manner for four years and one month, capably administering the affairs of the office, after which he retired and again opened a real-estate and insurance agency and abstract office. In this ho has gradually built up good clientage and in 1900 be further extended the scope of his activity by establishing his present drug store. He has secured a liberal patronage in this connection and is now numbered among the substantial residents of the town. While promoting his individual omterests Mr. Ranck has also been active in support of many progressive public measures and has labored untiringlyand effectively for the general welfare. He has been called to several local offices, serving for two terms as clerk of the town and for four terms as a member of the council. He is now filling the office of justice of peace and was chief of the board of county deputy .supervisors of elections from 1891 until 1896. He has always been a democrat, giving stalwart support to the party and is a. member of the Jefferson, Jackson, Lincoln League. He is also a member and treasurer of the Franklin County Democratic Club. and from 1884 to 1889 was a member of Company C, Fourteenth Regiment Ohio National Guard. being on active duty during the memorable riots at Cincinnati in March and April, 1884. On the 30th of December, 1875, Mr. Ranck was married to Miss Rosetta L. Van Auken, a native of Delaware county and a daughter of L. J. and Mary Fan Auken. The children of Mr. and Mrs. Ranck are: Eva E.. the wife of Era' tus C. Lloyd, of Westerville; Macy E., the wife of H. R. Jones, of Westerville; Lewis E., who is transfer cleric in the Union station at Columbus; Inez C.; F. M., who is married and is now manager of the Citizens' Telephone Company; Emery J.; H. E.; and Joseph H. The five youngest children were born in Westerville. Both E. G. Lloyd and H. R. Jones are practicing attorneys. In his fraternal relations Mr. Ranck is connected with both the blue lodge and chapter of Masons at Westerville, also belongs to Rainbow Lodge, I. O. O. F., the Sioux Tribe of Red -lea and Westerville Lodge, No. 273, h. P. He is likewise connected with the American Insurance Union and is a supporter of the United Brethren church. He has made his home in Westerville for twenty-eight years and is well known here, his substantial qualities as a business man and citizen commending him to the good will and favorable regard of all who know him. FRANK WINDERS, M. D. Dr. Frank Winders. though still a young man, has already gained a most enviable reputation as a progressive, prosperous and popular physician of Columbus. He is a native of Findlay. Ohio, his birth having there occurred on the 25th of March, 1871. His grandfather, John Winders. who was a native of Maryland, took up his abode in Ohio in 1830. The father, David T. Winders, born in Fairfield county in 1848. was a prominent dry-goods merchant 702 - CENTENNIAL HISTORY OF COLUMBUS at Findlay and twice served as mayor of that city. The mother of our subject, who bore the maiden name of Caroline Schwartz, is a daughter of Henry Schwartz, a well known business man of Findlay. Dr. Frank Winders acquired his preliminary education in his native city, being graduated from the high school there in 1886. During the following three years he pursued a classical course in Findlay College and thus with an excellent literary education to serve as the superstructure of his professional knowledge, he entered the Bellevue Hospital Medical College, from which institution he was graduated in 1895. In 1896 he located for the practice of his profession in Columbus, having since been numbered among the most prominent representatives of the medical fraternity here. He was appointed secretary of the state board of registration and examination by Governor Bushnell, which position he held until his resignation in 1904. He is now serving as professor of therapeutics at the Starling-Ohio Medical College, visiting physician at St. Francis Hospital and pathologist of St. Anthony's Hospital. For three years he was editor of the Ohio State Medical Journal and for a. similar period has acted m medical referee of the Mutual Life Insurance Company of New York, his labors in these various connections having won him wide recognition and high commendation. He is moreover a valued member of the Columbus Academy of Medicine, the Columbus Pathological Society, the Ohio State Medical Association, of which he was secretary for five years, and the American Medical Association. 1907 and 1908 he went abroad for postgraduate work, attending clinics and hospitals at Berlin, Vienna and London, and specializing on internal medicine. On the 15th of May, 1896, Dr. Winders was joined in wedlock to Miss May Hull, a daughter of J. G. and Mary J. (Monette) Hull, of Findlay, the father being a prominent banker of that city. Unto this union has been born a daughter, Dorothy, now ten years of age. Mrs. Winders, who is a lady of refinement and culture, is a member of the Columbus Art Association. Dr. Winders belongs to the Phi Alpha Sigma, a medical college fraternity, to the Knights Templar and the Mystic Shrine. He is an enthusiastic automobilist and his social nature finds expression through his membership in the Ohio Club and the Columbus Country Club. MAURICE SUPPLE CONNORS. Maurice Supple Connors. with necessity as the spur of effort in early youth, has gradually worked his way upward, the worth of his labor constituting the basis of his advancement until he has reached the responsible position of general superintendent of the Hocking Valley Railway. He was born in Toronto, Canada. June 7, 1858, a son of Michael and Catharine (Supple) Connors, both of whom are now deceased. The mother was a niece of Justin Supple of Tralee, County Kerry, Ireland, a leading barrister of his day. At the usual age Maurice S. Connors entered the public schools in his home neighborhood but when a youth of thirteen found it necessary to give up school and CENTENNIAL HISTORY OF COLUMBUS - 703 take up some line of business. His hopes, ambitions and longing: during his youth and early manhood were neither morose in character nor-impractically romantic but were plain propositions looking to the support not of himself alone, but also to the assistance that he might render in meeting the house hold and general expenses of the family. While his start in life was a humble one, his advance has been sure and certain, for it has been based upon unrelaxing effort. Recognizing his opportunities, he has bent every energy toward the accomplishment of his purpose and has thus won success:. He has held various positions in railway affairs, with which he has been connected since early manhood, and the fidelity and capability with which he has met and discharged every duty that has devolved upon him has brought him successive promotions until his present position as general superintendent of the Hocking Valley Railway is one of the greatest importance. He is a director and vice president of the Ohio State Savings & Loan Association, and also a director in the Central National Bank, having become a member of the board when the bank was organized in December, 1908. On the 22d of June, 1881, Mr. Connors was married to Miss Mary E. Kane, of Bane, Pennsylvania, and their children are John, Agatha, Eileen, Gertrude, Mildred and Martha. The eldest son was married in October, 1907, to Miss Hortense E. Fitton. he was graduated from Purdue University of Indiana in 1905 with the degree of mechanical engineer and is now western sales agent for the Ralston Steel Car Company with headquarters in Chicago. Mr. Connors is a member of Columbus Council of the Knights of Columbus. which he joined on its organization in 1900 and he is a member of St. Joseph's Cathedral. His political allegiance is given to the republican party where national issues are involved, while at local elections he casts an independent ballot. Outside of office hours his tune is largely taken up with the interests is of family and home life without active connection with society interests to any appreciable extent. While the exigencies of the situation curtailed his schooling in early life. he has always been a student of men and events and has come to be a broad-minded man who believes in the rights of every individual demanding what is his own due and as cheerfully according the same to others. His connection with railroad interests has brought him more or lees closely in contact with laboring men and that the spirit of justice has ever been manifest in his relations is indicated in the fact that he has ever had their good will. With such men in control of affairs tire questions oŁ capital and labor would be forever at rest. LOUIS PHILIP HOSTER. Louis Philip Hoster, general superintendent and purchasing agent of the Hoster Columbus Associated Breweries, was born in this city on the 14th of November, 1871. his father being George J. Hoster. He acquired his pre liminary education in the Columbus public and preparatory schools and subsequently spent two years at Williams College. At the outbreak of the Span- 704 - CENTENNIAL HISTORY OF COLUMBUS ish-American war in 1898 he enlisted in the First Ohio Artillery and served until the close of hostilities. In 1899 he entered the United States Brewers' Academy at New York, spending the succeeding two years in that institution. On returning to Columbus he became brewmaster and later as superintendent of the Hoster plant and when that concern was merged into the A Associated Breweries he was made general superintendent and purchasing agent of the latter. He possesses the strong force of character and unfaltering determination which enable him to carry forward to successful completion whatever he undertakes. utilizing at the same time business methods which neither seek nor require disguise. On the 5th of June. 1907, was celebrated the marriage of Mr. Hoster and Miss Grace Helman, of Columbus. They reside in a handsome and attractive residence at No. 253 Woodlawn avenue. Mr. Hoster is a member of the Board of Trade, the Columbus Club, the Columbus Country Club, the Arlington Country Club and the Chi Psi fraternity. He is a worthy representative of one of the wealthiest and best known families of Columbus and, being a genial; courteous and cultured gentleman, is prominent and popular in the social circles in which he moves. He finds rest and recreation in athletic sports and is likewise a lover of music and literature. possessing an excellent library. ALFRED L. JOHNSON. M.D. Dr. Alfred I.. Johnson, of Worthington, successfully engaged in the practice of medicine, the extent of his patronage being indicative of the ability which he displays in his professional services, was born July 18, 1866, in the city which is yet his place of residence. He is a on of Dr. Orville Johnson, for many years one of the most honored and respected residents of Worthington. The father was a native of Henderson, Jefferson county. New York, born December 4, 1822. It is not definitely known in what year he arrived in Ohio but in 1843 he was residing in Maumee City, now South Toledo, where he published the Maumee River Times. It was during his residence there that he formed the acquaintance of Mrs. M. R. Waite, the wife of Judge Waite, afterward chief justice of the United States supreme court, and Dr. Johnson always said that it was due to her influence that he became a member of the Episcopal church. She was peculiarly adapted to influence young men and used this power toward ennobling and enriching their lives by all that was high and worthy. In 1844 Dr. Johnson resumed his education as a member of the freshman clans at Kenyon College; where he pursued his studies for a little more than two years. In the meantime he had become acquainted with the printer's trade and through following that pursuit by setting type upon the Gambler Observer, he partially paid the. expenses of his college course. Early in his work as a compositor he manifested concentrated attention and marked heed to the minute details, and the same qualities characterized his entire life. In 1847 he removed from Gambier to Columbus and secured CENTENNIAL HISTORY OF COLUMBUS - 705 a position as compositor on the Ohio State Journal. He also became connected with the publication of the Lutheran Standard, Dr. Johnson being at that time a member of the Lutheran church. Meanwhile he was pursuing his studies in Starling Medical College, from which he was graduated in 1852. During his college days he became a member of the Episcopal church and from that time until the close of his life was one of its most faithful communicants, active in various lines of the church work. For a year following his graduation Dr. Orville Johnson engaged in the practice of medicine in Columbus in company with Dr. B. F. Johnson but in 1853 removed to Worthington, where he opened an office. For a brief period he was in partnership with Dr. Andrus and was then alone until he was joined by his son, Dr. Alfred Johnson of this: review. In his professional career he was thoughtful, studious, painstaking and persistent and as a. result of these qualities met success in his chosen profession. He was one of five physicians who founded the Central Ohio Medical Association, and that he enjoyed in full measure the confidence of his brother physicians in that association was evidenced by his frequent election to the. position of secretary-the working officer of such societies, the one upon whose ability, carefulness and faithfulness the success of the meetings largely depends. He also acted as its president for one year and was a member of the County and International Association of Physicians. He kept in touch with the current literature of the profession and at all times was interested in whatever tended to bring to man the key to that complex mystery which we call life. In community affairs he was deeply interested and Worthington owes much to his progressive efforts and influence. From 1858 until the time of his death he filled the office of village clerk. He was a worker in everything that he believed was for the upbuilding of the community, whether religious, moral, educational or political. For years he was clerk of the board of education of the Worthington school district and for many years he was a. trustee of St. John's church and was also senior warden of the parish. Upon the organization of the Anti-Saloon League of Worthington he was made its treasurer and collector and remained one of its most active workers. In fact, he was always: a worker in every organization with which he was connected and was, moreover, a student and diligent roan in his profession. On the 17th of June, 1856, Dr. Orville Johnson was united in marriage to Miss Ellen M Armstrong, and the family circle, which in the course of year: included six children, remained unbroken until the death of Mrs. Johnson in 1893. He was always most devoted to the welfare of his wife and children, counting his greatest happiness: to minister to their interests. His sons and daughters were: Edward C., who is now connected with mining interests at Salmon City, Idaho, where he has remained for seventeen years; Mary E., who is the widow of Herbert C. Wing and resides with her brother Alfred; Charles U., of Wisconsin; Anna, who is a graduate of the Boston Conservatory of Music and is now supervisor of music in the schools of Sidney, Ohio; and Lucy, who is a bookkeeper at Newark in the branch office of the Chicago firm of Sears, Roebuck & Company. To his family Dr. Johnson left 706 - CENTENNIAL HISTORY OF COLUMBUS the priceless heritage of an untarnished name. His professional interests, his public service and his social relations brought him into close contact with the life of the community and for forty-three years he went in and out among the people of Worthington practicing his profession and at all times was known as "a good man." This is the expression of the consensus of public opinion regarding him, so that his life was an inspiration and his memory is a benediction. At the usual age Dr. Alfred L. Johnson became a pupil in the public schools and in the course of time completed the high-school course. He afterward took a preliminary course at the State University and in 1891 matriculated in Starling Medical College, where he spent two years, while in 1895 he was graduated from the Ohio Medical 'University. In 1893 he began assisting his father in active practice in Worthington and has since been connected with the profession in this city, doing good work here by reason of his intimate knowledge of the principles of medicine and his ready adaptability of this knowledge to the needs of his patients. He is a member of the Academy of Medicine at Columbus and of the State Medical Society and the American Medical Society. He has attained high rank in Masonry, belonging to New England Lodge. No. 4, A. F. & A. M., while in the Scottish Rite he has become a thirty-second degree consistory Mason. Well known here, his personal worth as well as his professional skill commend him to the good will and patronage of his fellow citizens, among whom he has always resided. JOHN JAMESON FERSON. The world has little use for the misanthrope. It is only the man whose purposes are honorable, whose actions are straightforward and whose life in all respects conforms to high ideals that is remembered long year after he has passed away, his memory remaining as a blessed benediction to all who knew him while he was yet an active factor in life's activities. Almost three decades have come and gone since John Jameson Ferson passed away and yet his name is spoken of by those who knew him in terms of honor and respect and the city acknowledges her indebtedness to him for his cooperation in many movements relative to the public good. His birth occurred in Orange, Delaware county, Ohio. March 6, 1826, and his life record covered the intervening years to the 7th of January, 1879, when he passed away in Columbus. His father, Samuel Ferson, died June 13, 1885, at his home in Delaware county at the age of ninety. His wife, who bore the maiden name of Phoebe Jameson, died May 11, 1869, at. the age of sixty-seven years. Their children were: Mary, the wife of Frank Strong; William, deceased; John Jameson, of this review: Daniel L.: Rachael, who died in early life; Clara, the. wife of Milo Patterson; Ellen. who passed away in girlhood; Jeannette, the wife. of John J. Post: James: and Sarah, whose death occurred in early womanhood. In the public schools of Delaware county John J. Ferson began his education, which he completed in Central College, one of the leading academies PAGE 708 - PICTURE OF JOHN J. FERSON PAGE 709 - BLANK CENTENNIAL HISTORY OF COLUMBUS - 709 of central Ohio. In 1844, at the age of eighteen years, he came to Columbus, seeking the broader business opportunities furnished in the capital city, for he felt that. labor was somewhat circumscribed by the narrow environs and advantages of a rural community. Here he entered the service of Joseph Ridgway. then engaged in the general foundry business at the corner of Broad -street and State avenue. He soon made himself master of all the details of the business and his service became so valuable to Mr. Ridgway that he was practically given charge of the entire business and at the death of Mr. Ridgway the settlement of his extensive estate was left to Mr. Ferson. At different times Mr. Ferson also became connected with manufacturing interests and other business enterprises and in 1860 entered into partnership under the firm name of Denig & Ferson for the manufacture of children's carriages. His business interests were always of a nature that contributed to general progress as well as to individual prosperity and aside from his commercial and industrial concerns he was rated as a citizen of value whose efforts were effective and far-reaching in behalf of the city's advancement and upbuilding. On the 19th of January, 1854, Mr. Ferson was united in marriage to Miss Caroline M. Mather, a daughter of Nathaniel and Sarah (Mills) Mather. Mrs. Ferson, a descendant of one of the oldest and most prominent families of New England, was born in Windsor, Hartford county, Connecticut, May 20, 1829, and was fourteen years of age at the time of her father's death. She and her mother afterward removed to Columbus with three other children of the family and she completed her education in the schools of this city. By her marriage she became the mother of three children but all died in infancy. A most ideal married relation existed between Mr. and Mrs. Ferson. whose love and confidence increased as the years passed by. He was a rnan of deep religious convictions and early in life had united with the Presbyterian church, which represented the faith of his parents. Following his removal to Columbus he placed his membership in the Second Presbyterian church of this city in 1845 and during much of his subsequent life was on official and always an active worker in the church. He served as a trustee from 1864 to 1868 and from the latter year until his death was one of its ruling elders. He was also for twenty years, from 1859 until 1819, superintendent of the Sunday school. He realized how necessary and valuable is Christian instruction as a preparation for the young in character building and he did everything in his power to instill into the minds of those who attended the school lessons which should be of value in life in making honorable men and women. Some one who knew him well said of him: "Perhaps few men have lived and died in Columbus so widely known as Mr. Ferson. He was too modest to court public notice but the place he filled in the confidence and esteem of his fellowmen was one which the most ambitious might well envy. He possessed great business integrity combined with safe and wise administration of all interests entrusted to his care. H2 was a most benevolent man, of kindly spirit and ready charity. His life was an illustration of the words of the Apostle James that `pure religion and undefiled before God and the Father is to visit the widows and orphans in their affliction 710 - CENTENNIAL HISTORY OF COLUMBUS and to keep one's self unspotted from the world.'" Few men have recognized so fully the obligations of wealth, but as Mr. Ferson prospered be gave generously of his means to those in need and moreover he gave of himself in his spirit and helpfulness, in his encouraging words and in his friendly sympathy. His life was indeed one of beauty and righteousness and his memory is cherished in the hearts of all who knew him and came under his influence. Mrs. Ferson, who always shared his interest in the church and other good work with which he was connected. still survives him and lives at the family residence on East Town street. JOHN H. J. UPHAM, M. D. John H. J. Upham. M.D., whose keen mentality, force of character, and marked enterprise in his profession has gained for him a place in the foremost ranks of the medical fraternity in Columbus, was born in Trenton, New Jer sey, August 12, 1871. His father. Rev. N. L. Upham, was a native of New Hampshire and has devoted his life to the ministry of the Presbyterian church, being connected with various pastorate: in New Jersey and Pennsylvania.. He is now retired, having passed the age of seventy years, and spends much of his time in travel. His wife, who bore the maiden name of Anna Janeway, and was a native of Philadelphia, died in 1904 at the age of sixty-six years. Dr. Upham pursued his course in the public schools until he became a high-school student in Philadelphia and later attending a preparatory school, afterward matriculated in the University of Pennsylvania and as an under-graduate received a certificate for work clone in biology in 1891. He was graduated in medicine in 1894 and also spent two years as an interne in Johns Hopkins Hospital whereby he added to his theoretical knowledge broad and valuable ex perience such as comes through hospital practice. In 1896 he arrived in Columbus, where he has been in practice continuously since. He has also done considerable work in educational lines, was clinical assistant in medicine in the Starling Medical College from 1897 until 1899, and lecturer in pathology during the same period. In the latter year he went abroad and further pursued his studies in Prague and Berlin, broadening his knowledge and promoting his ability through instruction received from some of the most eminent physicians and surgeons of the old world. From 1900 until 1902 he was connected with the Ohio Medical University as professor of clinical surgery, and in Starling Medical College became associate professor of medicine and in 1908 was made professor of medicine in the Starling-Ohio Medical College. His standing in professional circles is indicated by the fact that he was chosen secretary of the State Medical Association, and in 1907-08 was editor of the Ohio State Medical Journal. He has also been a. member of the Humboldt Verein and has lectured there annually for the past three years. His membership in professional lines is with the Academy of Medicine, the Ohio State Medical Association and the American Medical Association. CENTENNIAL HISTORY OF COLUMBUS - 711 In 1897 Dr. Upham was married to Miss Alice Lee, a daughter of Samuel Lee, of Columbus, and a sister of Henry Taylor Lee, a distinguished lawyer of this city. In his fraternal relations Dr. Upham is connected with Humboldt Lodge, A. F. & A. M. He is a man of scholarly attainments and broad general culture who has traveled extensively. He is moreover known as fluent writer and instructive lecturer, who is clear in his exposition and forceful in presenting any point which he wishes to impress upon his hearers. He has made steady progress in his profession and his standing in medical circles is a most commendable and enviable one. ALEXIS KEELER. Alexis Keeler, who was inspector of United States customs at Columbus, was numbered among the veterans of the Civil war and was also a representative of one of the pioneer families of the state, the Keelers having been represented in Cincinnati when it was a. frontier town. There the subject of this review was born, June 8, 1834. His father, Benjamin Keeler, was a native of New Jersey, born in 1799. He learned the carpenter's trade and became a well known contractor, being closely identified with early building operations in Cincinnati, many of the leading buildings in that city in an early day standing as a monument of his skill and industry. He was also one of the most prominent members of the Methodist Episcopal church there and he lived to a ripe old age, dying in 1888 in Liberty, Indiana. His wife, who bore the maiden name of Marjorie Carlin, was born in Cincinnati in 1803 and was also a representative of one of the oldest pioneer families of the state. Her death occurred in 1855. Alexis Keeler was educated in the public schools of Cincinnati, pursuing his studies to the age of seventeen or eighteen years. He then learned carpentering with his father and followed the trade continuously until 1857, when he became a collector of water rents in his native city and was thus employed until after the outbreak of the Civil war. When the country became involved in warfare he espoused the cause of the Union and joined the boys in blue of the One Hundred and Thirty-seventh Ohio Volunteer Infantry, with the rank of first lieutenant. He served in the Army of the Potomac in the vicinity of Washington and was mustered out in the fall of 1864. He then returned to Cincinnati, where he engaged in the insurance business until 1870. In that year Mr. Keeler removed to Columbus and was elected sergeant at arms in the general assembly, being chosen for that office by acclamation for twos terms. He then became state agent of the Connecticut Life Insurance Company, which he represented until 1873, when he was elected a member of the first metropolitan police force of Columbus. He brought into use the first uniforms of the city and the first regular drill in the department and such was the efficiency of the police force during his connection therewith that there were only two burglaries in an entire year. When Mr. Keeler retired from his 712 - CENTENNIAL HISTORY OF COLUMBUS position as chief of police he became traveling salesman for the Drummond Tobacco Company, which he represented upon the road until 1896, securing a liberal patronage for the house and building up a business which made his services very valuable to the company. He nest became inspector under Elmer Miller, surveyor of customs and so continued until his death, January 27, 1909. Much of his life was spent in official service and every duty reposed in him was faithfully performed. He remained in the railway mail service from 1881 until 1886 and was superintendent of the transfer of mails in the Union depot at Columbus. In all that period he only made five errors. In 1857 Mr. Keeler was married in Cincinnati to Miss Alvina Steelman, who died in 1898, leaving a son, Edwin A. Keeler, who is well known in insurance circles. In 1901 Mr. Keeler was again married, his second union being with Lizzie Perry, a daughter of Major Alban Perry. Mr. Keeler was a member of the United Commercial Travelers and of the Grand Army of the Republic and in all of his life displayed the same loyalty to his country which he manifested when he followed the old flag on southern battle-fields. Over the record of his official career there falls no shadow of wrong nor suspicion of evil, his public service being at all times capable and commendable. EARL W. EUANS, M.D Dr. Earl W. Euans, physician and surgeon of Columbus, was born in Urbana, Ohio, on the 15th of January. 1871. His father, John W. Euans, was likewise a native of Urbana and represented an old family of this state, his father, Samuel Euans having come from Virginia while his mother was from New Jersey. John W. Euans devoted the years of his early manhood to farming and afterward became a traveling salesman who won popularity over the route on which he traveled. At the time of the Civil war, however, he put aside all business and personal considerations and responded to his country's call. He served during the war in the Eighty-sixth and One Hundred and Thirty-fourth Regiments. For some time he held the rank of first lieutenant but faithful and meritorious conduct on the field of battle won him promotion to that of captain and he was thus honorably discharged. His death occurred January 28, 1908, and he is still survived by his widow, Mrs. Elizabeth Hunter Euans, a native of Urbana. Dr. Euans of this review acquired his education in the schools of New York city, whither he had gone when a boy of twelve years. He sold papers on the streets of that city and did other work which he could secure that would aid in supporting himself. Ever energetic and industrious he started out in the business world when fifteen years of age in the office of a Wall street banking house and there his fidelity and capability won him promotion until he was made assistant cashier when only eighteen years of age. Later he was appointed New York representative of an European house and occupied that responsible position for five years but thinking to find the practice of medicine a more congenial pursuit than participation in the business affairs of the metrop- CENTENNIAL HISTORY OF COLUMBUS - 713 olis he came to Columbus and took up the study of medicine, being graduated from the Ohio Medical University in 1897. He then was interne in the Protestant Hospital for one year after which he began general practice and has been quite successful. If a minister is reserved and distant we think it is because he is engaged in the contemplation of things beyond our ken; if a lawyer is brusque and crabbed, we consider it a mark of genius; but the public demands that a physician shall be always genial and cheerful, and in this respect Dr. Euans is certainly well qualified, for he possesses a cordial disposition and an optimistic nature. Moreover he has made close study of the science of medicine and has gained comprehensive knowledge of his profession, while his careful analyses and sound judgment are manifest in his careful application of its principles to the special needs of his patients. 1902 Dr. Euans was married to Miss Cora T. Davis, a daughter of David Davis, a well known coal operator of Coshocton. Dr. Euans is a member of the Alpha Kappa Kappa, a Greek letter fraternity, but otherwise has no membership interests outside of strictly professional lines. He is a. stockholder of the Grant Hospital, is a member of the Columbus Academy of Medicine, of the State Medical Society and the American Medical Association. He was also one of the organizers of the Northside Medical Society, of which he is treasurer, and he is a member of the Northside Chamber of Commerce. LEWIS HENRY SCHWARTZ. Lewis Henry Schwartz, a well known farmer of Madison township, was born on the 30th of November. 1868. The father, Peter E. Schwartz, whose birth occurred in the province of Darmstadt, Germany, July 18, 1826, accom panied his parents on their emigration to the United States in 1837, being at that time a lad of eleven years. After an ocean voyage of fifty-eight days the family landed in New York, traveled by canal to Cleveland and from there to Columbus by the same means of transportation, the whole journey requiring three months and fourteen days. After a short stay in Franklinton the parents bought a farm five miles south of Columbus, which Peter E. Schwartz assisted in clearing. Throughout his active business career the latter engaged in agricultural pursuits and was well known and highly esteemed as one of the worthy and honored pioneer residents of the county. He was a trustee of the Lutheran Cemetery Association at Obetz Junction for more than thirty-five years, and was active in all the business enterprises in his community. For seventy years he was a. faithful member of St. Paul's Lutheran church at High and 'Iound streets. His demise occurred at his old home southeast of Columbus on the 15th of June, 1905, when in the eighty-second year of his age. In 1852 Peter E. Schwartz had wedded Miss Elizabeth Koebel, by whom he had thirteen children, of whom two sons died in childhood. The surviving members of the family are as follows: Jacob. Michael. Samuel, George and Joseph. all residents of Columbus or vicinity: L. H.. of this review: Mrs. Wil- 714 - CENTENNIAL HISTORY OF COLUMBUS liam Wean, of Columbus; Mrs. Augustus Hensch, of St. Marys; Mrs. William Klamforth, of Groveport; Mrs. Hoefer, of Toledo, and Mrs. F. S. Runyon, who likewise makes her home in Columbus. L. H. Schwartz obtained a district-school education and always remained under the parental roof, assisting and caring for his father and mother in their declining years. On the 16th of December, 1896, Mr. Schwartz was united in marriage to Miss Tillie C. Marshall, who as born August 8, 1868. The record of their children is as follows: Dale E., born March 3, 1898; Lewis Glenn, August 3, 1900; Ray Emanuel, November 11, 1902; Anneta May, November 23, 1904; Martha Elizabeth. November 17, 1906; and Flora Rebecca, who was born October 10, 1908. Since age conferred upon him the right of franchise Mr. Schwartz has given his political allegiance to the men and measures of the democracy. he is a member of the Lutheran church and is serving as one of its deacons. His entire life has been passed in this county, and his fellow townsmen know that his career has been characterized by fidelity to duty and by honor in all his relations with his fellowmen. ROBERT A. MAGLY. Robert A. Magly, general manager of the Bessie Ferro-Silicon Company of Columbus, was born at Cincinnati, Ohio, on the 11th of March, 1876. The father, Peter J. Magly, whose birth occurred in Germany, August 3, 1.851, was but an infant when brought to the United States by his parents, the family home being established at Cincinnati, Ohio. There he was reared and educated and in 1878 came to Columbus as chief clerk of the pension department. He was prominent in local politics, serving as deputy director of public improvements and secretary of the board of elections. At the present time he is engaged in the fire insurance business and is a director of the Teutonia Building & Loan Association. His wife, who bore the maiden name of Melinda Helmbock, is a daughter of Adam Helmbock, who was of German descent. Robert A. Magly acquired his preliminary education in this city, being graduated from the Central high school with the class of 1893. The year 1897 witnessed his graduation from the Ohio State University, in which institution he had taken special courses in chemistry and metallurgy. Subsequently he accepted a position in the office of the Miller-Wagoner-Fieser & Company of Columbus, there remaining until April, 1898. At that time he went into camp with his regiment, the Seventh Ohio Volunteer Infantry, serving at Camp Alger, Virginia, until mustered out of service at the conclusion of the Spanish-American war. Returning to Columbus, he resumed his former position and in January. 1899, was sent to New Straitsville as chemist of the Besie furnace. Later he once more returned to the Columbus office, the firm name having been changed to Fieser & Bentley, where he remained until 1905, when the partnership was dissolved, owing to the PAGE 715 - PICTURE OF R. A. MAGLY PAGE 716 - BLANK CENTENNIAL HISTORY OF COLUMBUS - 717 expiration of leases. Subsequently the Bessie Ferro-Silicon Company was promoted for the operation of the Bessie furnace and Mr. Magly was made the general manager of the concern. During his administration he has been successful in practically eliminating labor troubles at the works and has done much to better the condition of his employes. He has, moreover, made some remarkable records on quick blast furnace repairs, having accomplished in two weeks that which had formerly taken from one to two months. His success in winning the good will and hearty cooperation of his men has been the most striking feature of his management. of the company's affairs. On the 17th of May, 1898, Mr. Magly was united in marriage to Miss Nellie G. Wood, a daughter of Luther S. and Melissa Wood, the former having been one of the prominent business men of Columbus Unto our sub ject and his wife has been born one son, Robert W., now nine years of age. Fraternally Mr. Magly is a Mason, while his religious faith is indicated by his membership in the Christian Science church, of which he was president in 1908. He is likewise local representative of the state publication committee of Christian Science. Interested in all manly outdoor sports, he was prominent in athletics during his college career, made an enviable record on the baseball team and served as captain in the Ohio State University Battalion. He resides in a commodious and attractive home at No. 1664 South High street and is widely recognized as one of the substantial and public-spirited citizens of Columbus. EPHRAIM W. SEEDS. Ephraim W. Seeds, manager of the Seeds Grain & Hay Company, is one of the enterprising and energetic representatives of commercial interests in Columbus, doing with all his might what his hand finds to do. He was born August 13, 1849, in Pickaway county, Ohio, about twelve miles southwest of the capital city. His father, Cyrus Seeds, was born in Pickaway county in 182'6 and became a pioneer farmer of that locality. He was the son of William Seeds, a native of Belfast, Ireland, who in early life came to America. settling first in western Pennsylvania, after which he removed to Ohio, arriving in this state about 1800, before Ohio was admitted to the Union. He found the district largely unclaimed and unsettled by white men, but the Indians still roamed through the forests and pitched their tents by the side of the streams that would afford them fishing, while the wild game of the forests also supplied their meals. After coming to Ohio, William Seeds killed many bears and deer, thus replenishing his own larder from time to time. He bore all the hardships and privations of pioneer life as he carried on the work of developing a farm and providing for his family in the frontier region. His father-in-law. James Seeds (his wife was of the same name and a. distant relative) was an Irish conscript soldier of the Revolutionary war, serving for about one year in the English army, then deserting to the patriot forces, he served to the close of the war, when he settled in the forests of western Pennsylvania in company 718 - CENTENNIAL HISTORY OF COLUMBUS with a number of young men who had been forced into the English service at the same time and followed him into the American army. In the maternal line, Ephraim W. Seeds also comes from an ancestry represented in the Revolutionary war, his great--grandfather, Humphrey Beckett, having been a member of the patriot army in the struggle for independence. He spent the latter years of his life in Franklin county. and died and was buried in Dublin, Ohio. His son, Wiley H. Beckett, was a pioneer farmer of this state who came from Pennsylvania. He was the father of Isabel Beckett, who became the wife of Cyrus Seeds and the mother of our subject. In the district schools Ephraim W. Seeds began his education and afterward continued his studies in Antioch College at Yellow Springs, Ohio. He entered the milling business at the age of twenty-two years, in connection with the firm of C. & J. W. Seeds & Company, with whom he remained a year and a half. On the expiration of that period he went to Liberty. Indiana, where he engaged in the milling and grain business for .seven years. On the expiration of that period he came to Columbus, in 1880, and became a member of the firm of Seeds & Scott. In 1892 the business was reorganized under the name of the Seeds Grain Company, and in 1906 was incorporated as the Seeds Grain & Hay Company of which Mr. Seeds of this review is manager. He is thus giving his efforts to the work of construction and administrative directions in business lines, building up an enterprise of large and profitable proportions which constitutes a valuable feature in the business activity of the city, as well as a remunerative Source of income to the owners. Gradually the business has outdistanced any similar enterprise in Columbus, being today the most important of this character in the city. On the 28th of October, 1874, Mr. Seeds was united in mariage to Miss Frances C. Beaver, of Liberty, Indiana, a daughter of Dr. David and Elizabeth Beaver. Unto them have been born two sons, Karl B., who is a graduate of Columbus high school and pursued a special course in the Ohio State University; and Edgar W., who had similar educational privileges. Both are now connected with the Seeds Grain & Hay Company. Mr. Seeds is a member of the Board of Trade and has been identified with its various movements for the upbuilding of Columbus and the promotion of its business enterprises. He is also a member of the Ohio Club and of the First Methodist Episcopal church, to which his wife also belongs. They are both deeply interested in the church work connected with its various activities, and Mr. Seeds was instrumental in securing the present site and erecting the house of worship owned by the First Methodist church. He was for manv vears one of the church trustees and has always been a liberal contributor to its support. Always interested in everything pertaining to the welfare of his fellowmen, he became one of the founders of the Ohio Medical Universitv and acted on its board of trustees for fifteen years, while for ten years he was its treasurer. He was also one of the founders of the Protestant Hospital and is still a member of its board of trustees. Mrs. Seeds has always shared in the beneficent work of her husband, being secretary of the Ohio Conference Organization of the Woman's Home Missionary Society. She has been a delegate to the national conventions for many years, and also one of the national assistant secretaries, CENTENNIAL HISTORY OF COLUMBUS - 719 is active in the work of the Deaconess Home and is a member of the Protestant Hospital board. Both Mr. and Mrs. Seeds enjoy the highest respect and goodwill of all who know them, because their lives are not self-centered; nor have they ever measured the world by the inch rule of self. Broad minded; with a ready recognition of their obligation to others, they have done helpful work in advancing the public progress in moral and beneficial lines, and Mr. Seeds has proven in his business career that success and an honorable name may be gained simultaneously. DANIEL H. SOWERS. Daniel H. Sowers, whose practical intelligence in his profession, as well as in the daily affairs of life, combined with his genial qualities and high order of mentality, have won him the respect and high regard of older members of the bar, as well as those more nearly allied to him in years and length of experience, has practiced in Columbus since 1891. His birth occurred in Champaign county, Ohio, October 14, 1867. his parents being Samuel K. and Eunice E. (Blose) Sowers, the former a native of Pennsylvania, while the latter was of Virginia parentage. His paternal ancestors were among the first German settlers of this country and Christopher Sauer, for so the name was then spelled. published the first German Bible in the United States, it being brought from the press at Morristown, Pennsylvania. Samuel K. Sowers devoted his life to the occupation of farming, and Daniel H. Sowers was therefore reared in a rural environment, early becoming familiar with the duties and labors of the home farm, while in the district schools he acquired his preliminary education. Ambitious to enjoy further educational opportunities. he afterward entered the Ohio Wesleyan University, from which he was graduated with the degree of Bachelor of arts in the class of 1889. He followed the acquirement of his more specifically literary education by the study of law in the office and under the direction of Colonel T. E. Powell, of Columbus, and was admitted to the bar in March, 1891. The same year he began practice in the capital city. where he has since remained, and as the have passed has gained a substantial position as a lawyer of considerable breadth of learning, of force in argument and of unfaltering loyalty to the interests of his client:. He has been connected with much important litigation. and while it is universally recognized that advancement at the bar is slow. he has nevertheless been accorded a liberal clientage and one which has brought substantial return. Mr. Sowers is a member of the Ohio State and Franklin County Bar Associations, and is not unknown in public service outside the strict path of his profession. In 1900 he was honored with the presidency of the Columbus Board of Trade and in the same year, through appointment of Governor \ash, he became a member of the board of trustees of the Ohio Hospital for Epileptics. and through reappointment by Governor Harris is still serving in that capacity. He was also president of the board of public safety during the 720 - CENTENNIAL HISTORY OF COLUMBUS administration of Mayor Robert H. Jeffrey, and in all of these connections he has rendered faithful service in furnishing the interests which he has represented. While the practice of law is his real life work, he is not averse to entering upon business enterprises at the proper time and under proper conditions; is now a director of the National Bank of Commerce and has other connections. On the 7th of June, 1898, Mr. Sowers was married to Miss Elizabeth Deshler, a daughter of William G. Deshler, one of the pioneer bankers of this city. They have one son, David. Mr. Sowers is a vestrynan of St. Paul's Episcopal church, and is never unmindful of his duties in relation to the material, intellectual and moral progress of the community. He is a. valued and popular member of the Columbus Club. the Columbus Country Club, the Columbus Gun Club, the Arlington Country Club and the Columbus Automobile Club, and belongs also to the Beta Theta Pi, a college fraternity, while in Masonry he has attained the Knight Templar degree in Mount Vernon Commandery. These associations indicate much of the nature of his interests and recreation. During the eighteen years of his residence in Columbus he has made steady advance in public regard, as he has given proof of his worth as an individual and citizen, while his professional ability is carrying him into important public relations. FRANK S. RAREY, M. D. Dr. Frank S. Rarey, from his boyhood day: cherishing the ambition to become a member of the medical fraternity, has been engaged in practice in Columbus since 1892, and the record which he has made shows that his choice of profession was a wise one. Native talent and training seemed to well adapt him for his chosen calling, and he has gained recognition as one of the most able physicians of the capital city. Dr. Rarey is numbered among the native sons of Franklin county, his birth having occurred here on the 19th of March, 1855. He represents one of the oldest families of this section of the state, his father, Leopold Rarey, and his grandfather, Charles Rarey, having both been natives of the county where the great-grandparents of Dr. Rarey settled in pioneer times. Few homes had been established in this section of the state when they took up their abode in Madison township. They were farming people of German descent, and they bore an active and helpful part in extending the frontier and adding to this hitherto undeveloped region the evidence of modern civilization. Leopold Rarey, like other members of the family, followed the occupation of farming up to the time of his death, which occured in 1864. He was long survived by his wife, who bore the maiden name of Mary Stage and was a native of Pennsylvania. She lived to a venerable age, passing away in 1902. John S. Rarey. an uncle of Dr. Rarey, attained very wide fame as a horse trainer. A green, country boy, born in Franklin county, he yet seemed to have almost super human control over horses. Going to England he there gained great fame by training Lord Dorchester's horse Cruiser, which had killed many men and was CENTENNIAL HISTORY OF COLUMBUS - 721 looked upon as absolutely dangerous and untamable. Lord Dorchester afterward presented him with Cruiser and he brought him back to Franklin county, where he was well taken care of until his death. There has been, perhaps, no more successful trainer of horses in all the world than was John Rarey. Dr. Rarey pursued his education in the Groveport schools and in the Ohio Wesleyan University, at Delaware, after which he entered upon his business career in connection with the drug trade in Groveport. He likewise devoted some time to teaching school prior to 1881. when he was appointed a clerk of the Ohio penitentiary and thus served until 1890. He had early determined, however to become a member of the medical profession, and had read and studied along those lines from his boyhood days. When his industry and careful expenditure had made it possible for him to prepare for his chosen vocation. he entered the Starling Medical College, from which he was graduated in 1892. In that year he opened an office on East Main street, where he has since remained. He has been very successful, this being clue not only to his careful and thorough preparation. but also to his keen interest in his work from the scientific standpoint and in the spirit of humanitarianism which guides him in all that he does. He never hurriedly discards the old and time-tried methods of practice, the value of which has been proven, and yet he is also quick to adopt any new remedial agency which his judgment sanctions as worthy in general practice. His office is well equipped with modern appliances and his reading and research are continued year by year so that he keeps abreast with the progress being continually made by the medical fraternity. He belongs to the Academy of Medicine, the Ohio State Medical Society and the National 'Medical Association. In 1878 Dr. Rarey was married to Miss Frances Scofield, a native of Delaware. Ohio. and a daughter of Henry Scofield. They have two sons, Ralph and Donald. and they also lost one con in infancy. Dr. Rarey became a mem ber of the Groveport lodge of Masons. and is a member of the Columbus lodge of Elks and the Columbus Club. He is always affable and courteous, and is a welcome visitor to those circles of society where intelligence is regarded as a necessary attribute to agreeableness. He stands as a progressive man. holding to high ideals in his profession and accomplishing what he undertakes . CHARLES P. B BAUMAN. Charles P. Bauman. vice president and general manager of the Winchester Milling Company, at Canal Winchester, was born at Lancaster, Ohio; on the 14th of March, 1859. His parents, Charles F. and Johanna Bauman, who were natives of Germany. crossed the Atlantic to the United States and took up their abode in Lancaster. Ohio, in 1855. The father. who was a butcher by trade. followed that business until 1861. and from that time until 1888 was proprietor of a hotel. His demise occurred in 1892. when he had passed the 722 - CENTENNIAL HISTORY OF COLUMBUS eighty-second milestone on life's ,journey, while his wife survived him until 1906, being seventy-six years of age at the time of her death. Charles P. Bauman was graduated from the grammar schools of Lancaster in 1873, and after putting aside his test-book worked as a hotel clerk for his father for two years. In August, 1875, he secured a clerkship in the grocery establishment of A. Bauman in Lancaster, Ohio. and on the 1st of January, 1876, became traveling salesman for the house. continuing in that capacity until August, 1880. At that time he went to Des Moines. Iowa. where he was engaged as a grocery clerk for one year and for a similar period served a; assistant cashier of the Hawkeye Insurance Company. In 1882 he removed to Sioux City, Iowa. and accepted a position as agent for the Standard Oil Company at Fort Dodge. that state. Subsequently he was transferred to Sioux Falls, South Dakota. and was made traveling auditor which position he acceptably filled until his return east in 1884 to again become a traveling salesman for A. Baurnan, of Lancaster. Ohio. In 1890 the business of A. Baurnan was incorporated as the A. Baurnan Grocery & Baking Cornpany. and C. P. Bauman served as the vice pre: "dent and manager of the concern until July 1896 when he sold out and purchased an interest in the Winchester Milling Company of Canal Winchester, Ohio. The company owns an elevator of fifty thousand bushels capacity, and operates it mill with a capacity of one hundred and fifty barrels daily. In his position as vice president and general manager. Mr. Baurnan has contributed in no small degree to the success of the business. for he is a roan of keen discrimination, sound judgment and excellent executive ability. On the 19th of June, 189). at McArthur, Ohio, Mr. Bauman was united in marriage to Miss Pauline R. Rannells, a daughter of Dr. D. V, and Mrs. L. M. Rannells. They have one .son. Paul R.. now ten years of age. In his political views Mr. Bauman is independent. and is now serving as a member of the village council. Fraternally he is connected with the Freemasons, the Independent Order of Odd Fellows and the United Commercial Travelers, while his religious faith is indicated by his membership in the Lutheran church. His interests are those of a public spirited citizen and progressive business man who puts forth effective effort in behalf of public progress and at the same time gives due consideration to a constantly growing business, with the result that his trade and his profits are annually increasing. HARRY GEIR RIDGWAY. The spirit of enterprise which suffers no defeat and recognizes no bar to progress finds exemplification in the life record of Harry Geir Ridgway. the president of the Ridgway Company, wholesale dealers in mechanical and electrical machinery and supplies. He was born in Pittsburg, Pennsylvania. June 26, 1872. His father. Charles Ridgway, was a native of England and came to America in 18)0. He was a pattern maker by trade and along those lines engaged in manufacturing, conducting his business in Pittsburg, Penn- PAGE 723 - PICTURE OF HARRY G. RIDGWAY PAGE 724- BLANK CENTENNIAL HISTORY OF COLUMBUS - 725 sylvania. where he continued its an active factor in industrial circles until his death which occurred in 1875. The only interruption to his business career came when he served as a soldier of the Union army in the Civil war. He was known as a substantial citizen faithful to the trust reposcd in him and the qualities of all upright, honorable manhood were his. He was descended from an old Welsh family from the north of Wales in which country his father was a noted minister. Mrs. Catherine (Geir) Ridgway, the mother of our subject was born in Pittsburg. Pennsylvania, and died in the year 1894. She was of German lineage and her father was a wholesale grocer and property owner of Pittsburg, well known in business circles there. To the public school system of Pittsburg, Harry Geir Ridgway is indebted for the early educational privileges he enjoyed. He put:sued his studies there to the age of twelve years when he started out in life on his own account and has since been dependent entirely upon his own resources. He was first connected with the Union Switch d Signal Company, now a hart of the Westinghouse Company's holdings. It was front this beginning that the Westinghouse Manufacturing Company sprung. Mr. Ridgway was first employed as an office boy and was promoted rapidly so that at the time he severed his connection with the business he was a member of the organization forces of the Westinghouse. interests. Upon him devolve the duty of establishing and directing systems wherever new offices mid plants were opened. It was a position of much responsibility as well as one demanding superior ability and that he gave continued satisfaction throughout his various promotions is indicated by the fact that he remained with the business until 1905. he had for four years previous been located at Manchester, England in supervision of the interests of the company at that point. As the years passed his ability was broadening through his continued and varied experiences mid his sojourn in Europe was especially beneficial to him as he had to introduce American methods of manufacture and organization there and it taught him how to best get in touch with the trade. It required much hard work, patience and study but all of the business problems which confronted him he successfully solved. In 1905 he came direct to Columbus and organized the Ridgway Company of which he became president and general manager. Since its inception the business has enjoyed a phenomenal growth. They sell to the wholesale trade all kinds of mechanical and electrical machinery and Supplies and to some extent carry an emergency stock but most of the supply is obtained direct from the factory. This company represents the Western Electric Company. the Ames Iron Works of Oswego, New York, mid numerous other concerns. The business has reached a large. figure and in it control Mr. Ridgway has demonstrated the fact that his constantly expanding powers have brought, him to a point where he deserves classification with the substantial busiuess men of the capital city. In addition to his connection with the Ridgway Company he is the president and general manager of the New Process Metal Company of Columbus, manufacturing all kinds of bearing metals. He also has other interests in eastern cities and has won a position in commercial and industrial circles which many a man of twice his years might well envy. 726 - CENTENNIAL HISTORY OF COLUMBUS On the 4th. of July, 1900, Mr. Ridgway was married to Miss Ida Snyder of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. he is a member of Palatine Lodge, A. F. & A. M., of Manchester, England, and is interested in athletic sports and all manly outdoor exercise. Mr. Ridgway likewise has a. creditable military record. In early manhood he became a member of the Pennsylvania State Naval Reserves and was made an ensign, but resigned that. position to join the regular army, enlisting in the Seventeenth United States Infantry as a private:. He took part in the Spanish-American war in 1898 and saw considerable active service while thus defeating American interests. He has traveled quite broadly for his business connections in Europe took him not only to England but also to France, Germany and St. Petersburg. He has gained the knowledge, experience and culture which only travel can bring and reminiscences of his journeys enrich his conversation and make him a most entertaining companion. While he does not neglect the social interests of life, however. his attention is chiefly given to his business affairs, and his unfaltering application. unabating industry and enterprise that never flags have been the qualities which have. gained for him the gratifying measure of success that is today his. CHARLES A. COOPERRIDER. M. D. Charles A. Cooperrider, M. D., who holds the professorship of diseases of children in the Starling-Ohio Medical College, was born in Brownsville, Licking county. Ohio, June 12, 1862, the family having been founded in that county in pioneer times by his grandfather, Ernanuel Cooperrider, who came from Pennsylvania. The father, George Cooperrider, was born in Licking county in 1818, and his life record covers the intervening years to 1905, when he was called to his final rest. His wife, who bore the maiden name of Margaret Trout, was a native of Somerset. Ohio, and in her girlhood days a playmate of Phil Sheridan. She died in 1903 and is still survived by her entire family of nine children, eight sons and one daughter. One brother. Dr. Joel Cooperrder, is a practicing physician of Brownsville, under whose direction Dr. Charles A. Cooperrider studied medicine for a year, after having pur:sued his literary education in the public schools and in the Capital University from which institution be was graduated with the degree of Bachelor of Arts in 1886. He followed his preliminary professional reading by Audy in Cincinnati, and was graduated from the Medical College of Ohio in 1890. The same year Dr. Cooperrider located in Columbus. where he has since been engaged in general practice. For ten years he was connected with the Ohio Medical University in the department of physical diagnosis and diseases of children, and is now professor of diseases of children in the Starling Ohio Medical College. He is also serving on the staff of physicians of the Protestant Hospital and adds greatly to his knowledge by the interchange of thought and experience among the members of the Columbus Academy of Medicine, the Ohio State Medical Association, the American Medical Association and the Amerean Academy of Medicine. CENTENNIAL HISTORY OF COLUMBUS - 727 In 1892 Dr. Cooperrider was married to Miss Ella Bell; a native of Brownsville, Ohio, and they had two children. Edith and Charles. The wife and another died in January, 1900 and in 1904 Dr. Cooperrider was again married, his second union being Miss Helen M. Tippett. a native of Columbus and a daughter of Samuel C. Tippett. a pioneer Methodist minister of this city. Mrs. Cooperrider was a teacher in the East high .school before her marriage. Dr. and Mrs. Cooperrider are widely and favorably known in this city. and the hospitality of many of its best homes is cordially extended them. His genial manner and unfailing courtesy render him personally popular while his professional skill has gained him creditable success in his chosen vocation. J. W. MARKLEY J. W. Markley is one of the west successful men of Westerville, and leis achievements are due entirely to his presistency of purpose, his intelligent direction of his labor and his undaunted enterprise. He early learned the fact that there is no royal road to wealth but that hard work and keen discrimination constitute a sound foundation upon which to build prosperity. Mr. Markley was born on a garden farm ,just outside the city limits of Cincinnati, Ohio. December 11, 1852. He came to Westerville in 1869 and supplemented his early educational advantages by study at the Otterbein University. Two years later he returned to Cincinnati, where he engaged in the commission business with his father for two years and then ran a general store at Mt. Carmel, remaining a factor in commercial circles in that city until 1880. In that year he came to Westerville to visit his brother, O. L. Markley, and, believing that he saw a. favorable opportunity in the business world, repurchased the grocery store of J. F. Snoddy at the northwest corner of State and College streets. Here he has continued in business for almost three decades, or since the 4th of October 1880. He conducted his grocery trade originally in a small frame building, and at first had but a limited stock. However, he pleased his patrons by his courteous treatmen, his strict regard for business integrity and the well selected line of goods which he carried and soon his trade increased to gratifying proportions. His success justified his erection of his present two-story brick building in 1888. This is at double store, forty by one hundred and twenty-eight feet and long since he has ceased to deal exclusively in groceries having added other lines of goods, until he now has a well-appointed general store which he has carried on for ten years employing always five clerks and sometimes seven. The business is now large and profitable, and is the most important commercial enterprise of the town. Mr. Markley also figures prominently in financial circles having been president of the First National Bank of Westerville since its organization in April, 1905. This was established upon safe, conservative lines and its business policy has commended it to the confidence and support of the public. In 1874 Mr. Markley was married to Miss Sallie Hopper, who was born in Clermont county,. Ohio. in 1853. They have two daughters: Ada, the 728 - CENTENNIAL HISTORY OF COLUMBUS wife of Charles Frankham, an attorney of Columbus; and Josephine, at home. Both daughters are graduates of Otterbein University. The family attend the United Brethren church, in which Mr. Markley takes most active and helpful interest, contributing generously to its support and serving, as one of the church ushers for a. quarter of a century. Since the age of twenty-one years be has been a member of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows; and is also a worthy exemplar of the Masonic fraternity. In politics he has been a lifelong republican, has served as a member of the village council and as a member of the board of education. He is likewise a member of the board of trade, and is a public-spirited man who neglects no opportunity for advancing the interests of his locality. His strict integrity and honorable methods in business commend him to the confidence of alt; his pleasant manner wins him friends; and he is one of the popular and honored residents of Westerville. CLYDE O. HAINES. There have been rare instances when men have suddenly come into wealth, but in the great majority of cases the individual is forced to win his prosperity by earnest, self-denying labor. by unfaltering energy and capable management. The latter course is undoubtedly the better one in that it develops man's energies and powers and teaches him to know himself and his capabilities. Clyde 0. Haines through gradual stages of development has worked his way steadily upward until be is now in control of a profitable business as secretary of the White-Haines Optical Company. He was born at Alliance, Ohio, November 8, 1868, a son of John C. Haines, who for some years con ducted a merchants tailoring business there; but is now retired. The family is of English lineage and arrived in America in the early part of the seventeenth century, landing at Philadelphia. They were thus numbered among the founders of the colony as English settlements began to be made in the new world. The mother of Clyde O. Haines was in her maidenhood Rebecca Bitter, a native of Pennsylvania. and a daughter of John Ritter. a farmer of Ohio. They had eight children, six sons and two daughters, namely: William R., Ada E., Alvin D., Charles F., Harriett D., Clyde O., L. B. and I;. G. Clyde O. Haines in pursuing his education attended the public schools of Mount Union, Ohio, the high school at that place and the Mount Union College. Subsequently he entered a. dry-goods store as a. clerk, and was thus em ployed in Mount Union for two years, after which he went to Alliance, Ohio, where he continued in the same line of business until his removal to Columbus in January 1888. Here he entered the jewelry store of Barnitz & Nunemacher, with whom he remained for eight years. On the expiration of That period he began business on his own account at No. 53 North High street under the firm name of Haines & Oberer. conducting a jewelry and optical business. After four years at that location Mr. Haines opened an optical store at No. 52 North High street. where he continued for a year. after which be organized CENTENNIAL HISTORY OF COLUMBUS. - 729 the White-Haines Optical Company, with offices at No. 72 North High street. While located there a disastrous fire occurred in 1907. In the previous October the firm had separated their wholesale and retail departments, the wholesale being removed to Long and High streets. s. After the fire the retail department purchased the H. Cole Company's optical department at 'No. 82 North High street. where business has since been conducted. Their patronage is ex ten. ive and growing constantly, and they occupy a foremost place in the ranks of those who have similar enterprises in Columbus. In June 1900. Mr. Haines was united in marriage to Miss Ruth Fenimore, of this city, a direct descendant of James Fenimore Cooper, the wellknown American novelist. Her father. John C. Fenimore. was a commercial traveler, who became one of the principal organizers of the United Commercial Travelers Association. Mr. and Mrs. Haines have become the parents of low son. Howard Fenimore, born in Columbus October 5, 1901. Mr. Haines is prominent in Masonry, having attained the thirty-second degree in the consistory, while of the Mystic Shrine he is also a member. He belongs likewise to the Ohio Club and to the Wesley Chapel Methodist Episcopal church. Those who know him socially find him a genial, cordial gentleman, and he has won warm friendship and high regard not only in social. but also l business circles. . WELLMAN L. WOLCOTT. Wellman L. Wolcott has been a resident of Franklin county from early manhood, or for more than a third of a century, and as the years have gone by has rejoiced in what has been accomplished in the county along the lines of substantial improvement and material and intellectual progress He was born in Bradford county, Pennsylvania June 10. 1853, and is a. descendant of Henry Wolcott, the first of the name in America, who arrived at the time of the Puritan settlement in New England. Among his ancestors tons was also numbered Oliver Wolcott. Governor of Connecticut. one of the signers of the Declaration of Independence: also Oliver Wolcott. Jr.. an early governor of Connecticut and secretary of the tress ury during the presidency of General Washington. Reared in the place of his nativity. Wellman L. Wolcott completed his education in the Pennsylvania State Normal School and at Towanda. Pennsylvania. He was afterward a successful teacher in 'New York and Pennsylvania before his removal to Ohio. and when he came to this state he took up his abode in Perry township. Franklin county. He was then a young man. and in the intervening years has been closely associated with the progress and the development of the county along many lines. He had been here but a short period when he was elected justice of the peace of Perry township, being called to the office when only twenty-three years of age. That he served capably and that his decisions were strictly fair and impartial was shown by the fact that he was reelected. receiving all excepting twenty votes cast at the 730 - CENTENNIAL HISTORY OF COLUMBUS election, but during his second term he resigned and removed to Columbus. He engaged in the real estate business for himself, and has since followed that pursuit. Moreover, he is recognized a6 a writer and poet of ability and is the author of the poem entitled "Old Pioneer," which appears in the historical section of this volume. Mr. Wolcott was married to Miss Elvira Wills, The wedding being celebrated in Franklin county in 1875. She is a daughter of David and Sarah Wills and a granddaughter of William Armstrong, who participated in military affairs against the Indians. Her people at one time owned the land where the city hall now stands, and were very prominent and influential in this community. Unto Mr. and Mrs. Wolcott have been born four children: Carrie Bell, David Harold. Alida Alene, and Walter Layton, all of whom are at home. Both Mr. and Mrs. Wolcott are wider and favorable known here and both are descended from prominent families. having back of them an ancestry honorable and distinguished. Mr. Wolcott has always been a broad, liberal and deep thinker and his literary interest and culture have made him a favorite in social circles where intelligence is received as a passport into good society. JOHN DUFFY. John Duffy, who for many years successfully in the cery business in Columbus, is now living retired in a beautiful home in this city, surrounded by a host. of warm friends and by all the comforts that go to make life worth living. Mr. Duffy is a native of County Tipperary. Ireland, born in June, 1840, and is one of ten children. of whom three are now living. the parents being Dennis and Margaret Duffy. The mother died in Ireland and subsequently, in 1847, the father came with his family to America and, binding in 'New York, worked for a tune at railroading in Oneida county, that state. He. later came to Columbus, where his death occurred. . John Duffy, whose name introduces this review is the eldest of the living members of the family. his two sisters being Mrs. Annie Burns and Mrs. Marie Mara, both widows, residing in Columbus. The son was a little lad of seven years at the time of the emigration of the family to the new world. He acquired his education in the schools of the Empire state and in 1854. when a youth of fourteen years, came to Columbus, Ohio. His first work here was in the employ of Peter Harden, in a chain pump establishment, his compensation being the meager sum of a dollar and fifty-six cents per week. After a year thus employed he secured a position as bell boy in the old American Hotel, working there six years. During this time he saved a little money and was anxious to engage in business on his own account. Wishing to gain a. knowledge of the grocery business. he offered to drive a grocery wagon, giving his service gratis. He was thus engaged for a year and a half and in 1861, feeling that he had gained the desired knowledge and experience to successfully conduct an enterprise on his own account, he PAGE 731 - PICTURE OF JOHN DUFFY PAGE 732 - BLANK CENTENNIAL HISTORY OF COLUMBUS - 733 opened a grocery store at the corner of Third and Long streets, where he remained for twenty-three years. Although he began on a small scale, the volume of his trade increased until he was the owner of an important establishment. In 1884 he disposed of his stock of goods and retired to private life. He has, however, for some time speculated in realty, buying, improving, and selling property, and in this way has made a handsome profit. He owns a beautiful modern home in Columbus and therein takes extreme pleasure in entertaining his numerous friends. Mr. Duffy was married in 1868, the lady of his choice being Miss Mary Dolan, who: was likewise a native of the Emerald isle. They have five living children, namely: Mary, the wife of Urick Sloane, of Columbus; Thomas J., William D., George D. and Helen B., all at home. They also lost two children. A democrat in principle and practice, Mr. Duffy has served in the office of assessor. He is a communicant of the Columbus Catholic cathedral, taking an active. and helpful part in the various lines of church work. At the time of the erection of this house of worship Mr. Duffy served as one of the building committee and assisted in the location of its present site and also contributed generously toward the building of the church. He i now the only surviving member of that committee. He is a public-spirited citizen and takes a deep interest in all matters which tend toward the development and improvement of the city of his residence. He is a kindly, genial gentleman, being to all people equally affable, whether they are poor or have wealth. FRANK S. GLEICHAUF. Frank S. Gleichauf, a skilled and successful architect of Columbus, was born at Ironton, Ohio, on the 7th of June, 1876. His father, Justin Gleichauf, whose birth occurred at Baden, Germany, in 1852, crossed the At lantic to the United States in 1868 and located at Ironton, where he engaged in the furniture business. His wife, who bore the maiden name of Mary Wanner, was a daughter of John Wanner, of Ironton, Ohio. Frank S. Gleichauf acquired his preliminary education in Newark, Ohio, and was graduated from the high school with the class of 1892. Subsequently he pursued an architectural engineering course in the Ohio State University, being graduated from that institution in 1901. On putting aside his text-books he became, connected with the firm of Richards, McCarthy & Bulford of Columbus, with whom he remained for five years. At the end of that time in 1906, be opened an office on his own account in the Spahr building, later removing to his present quarters in the new First National Bank building. He has already gained high rank among the followers of his profession in this city and is widely recognized as a young man of superior business ability as well as unfaltering integrity. He is an honorary member of the Builders' Exchange and also belongs to the Columbus Society of Architects and the Board of Trade. 734 - CENTENNIAL HISTORY OF COLUMBUS On the 5th of June, 1907, Mr. Gleichauf was united in marriage to Miss Kathleen McMahon, a daughter of F. P. McMahon. of Washington. D. C., who was for marry years a resident of that city and well known in public life. Mrs. Gleichauf is prominent in musical circles of Columbus. Fraternally Mr. Gleichauf is connected with the Ell:s and the Knightsof Columbus, while his religious faith is indicated by Iris membership hip in St. Joseph's Cathedral. The family residence is at no. 2096 Summit street and in social as well as business circles our subject is well known. WILLIAM M. LONG. William M. Long. a well known and highly respected resident of Franklin county, was born on the old family homestead in Madison township, January 14, 1849. In the year 1800, immediately after their mar riage, Peter and Susannah Long the paternal grandparents, removed front Maryland to Ohio. settling on a farm in Madison township. Franklin county, a portion of which is now owned by William M. Long of this review. The property, which comprises one hundred and forty-five acres. has now been in possession of the family for more than one hundred and eight years. It was upon this place that all the children of Peter and Susannah Long were born. including George Long. the father of our subject. whose natal day was August 16, 1819. Throughout his active business career George Long was successfully engaged in agricultural pursuits. A stanch republican in his political views, he cast his first presidential ballot for Harrison and ever took an active interest in public affairs, the cause of education finding in hits a helpful and stalwart friend. A. Lutheran in religion: faith. he gave freely of his time and means for the advancement of the denomination and in 1855 his contribution for the new church at Lithopolis amounted to almost one-half of the entire cost of the edifice. He was an untiring worker in the church, serving for many years as elder as superintendent of the Sabbath school and as leader of the choir. It is needless to say that he was one of the most highly respected and honored residents of the community in which his entire life was passed and that he left the impress of his individuality for good upon all with whom he came in contact. His wife bore the maiden name of Julia Ann Smith and her birth occurred on the 10th of January, 1822. The record of their children. all of whom were born on the old family homestead in Madison township, is as follows: Peter S.. a resident of Westerville. Ohio: William M., whose name initiates this review: Mrs. Lydia M. Beck: Mrs. Mary Jane Bishop: and Mrs. Julia Ann Dowles. After obtaining his education William M. Long gave his attention to farming and was thus successfully engaged until 1906. when he retired from the active work of the fields and came to Canal Winchester. He divides the proceeds of the farm with his son. George F. Long, who now operates the property. It is heavily stocked with horses cattle and hogs, and both father CENTENNIAL HISTORY OF COLUMBUS - 735 and son derive a handsome annual income from their farming and livestock interests. On the 27th of August, 1871. Mr. Long was united in marriage to Miss Elmira Arnold, who was born in Pennsylvania in September 1852. Their children are as follows: George F. Long, whose birth occurred September 20, 1874, wedded Miss Lavancia Runkle on the 23d of -November. 1898, and has a bright and interesting little son, George William, now four years of age, Abbie E. Long first opened her eyes to the light of day on the 9th of March. 1881 ; while Lizzie Lovina was born June 30. 1883. She married C. I:. Oyler, of Columbus, and they have one daughter. Hazel Catherine. Politically Mr. Long is a. republican and has taken an active and helpful interest in the local work of the party. In 1905 he was elected to the office of county infirmary director and on the expiration of his first term was once more chosen for the position, hip reelection standing in incontrovertible evidence of his faithfulness and capability in the discharge of his duties. He has likewise served on the township school board for several terms and has held the office of township trustee. His religious faith is indicated by his membership in the Lutheran church at Lithopolis and that his career has ever been an upright and honorable one is indicated by the fact that the associates of his boyhood and youth are still numbered among his stanch friends and admirers. The name of Long has note figured prominently in the annals of this county for more than a century and the subject of this sketch has ever fully sustained the enviable reputation born by the members of the family. WILLIAM KINSEY WILLIAMS. William Kinsey Williams, a Practitioner at the Columbus bar since the 4th of July, 1893. was born near Quincy, Logan county. Ohio after the close of the Civil war. throughout which his father served as a member of the Forty-fifth Ohio Volunteer Infantry. His parents are Samuel Kinsey and Caroline (Hedges) Williams, both of whom were born in Quincy and are now living on a farm in Green township, Shelby county, Ohio, the father devoting his attention to general agricultural pursuits. The ancestors on Loth Aides of the family came from Virginia in the nineteenth century on the maternal side from Berkeley county, and on the paternal side from Rockingham county. In the district schools of Shelby county, Ohio. William K. Williams pursued his early education and afterward continued his studies in training schools for teachers, his course amounting in all to a first class modern high school education. save that it was more comprehensive, liberal and practical. Following the completion of his education he taught in the country schools of Shelby county for several years. Mr. Williams read law in the office of Harrison Wilson. afterward circuit judge and John F. Wilson, of Sidney. Ohio. Later he attended the 736 - CENTENNIAL HISTORY OF COLUMBUS Cincinnati Law School and was graduated in June; 1893. On the 4th of July of that year he arrived in Columbus and has since remained a. member of the bar. He Was assistant director of law of the city of Columbus, under George D. Jones, in the Hinkle administration, after the resignation of Luke G. Byrne as director of law. On the 25th of October, 1893, Mr. Williams was married to Miss Mary J. Holing, and unto them have been born four children: Robert Holing, William K., Jr., Emma Olivia Jones and Samuel Quincy Williams, Mr. Williams belongs to Governor Dennison Camp. No. 1, of the Sons of Veterans of Columbus. In politics he is identified with the democratic party. IRENIUS A. GEREN. Irenius A. Geren, deceased. Who while an active factor in the affairs of life was closer associated with building operations in this state. his last years being spent in Columbus. was born in Marietta, Ohio. in 1825. He represented one of the oldest families of the .state. His paternal grandfather, Samuel Geren, Was the organizer of the first Methodist class meeting in Ohio, having removed to this state from Westmoreland county. Pennsylvania. His son, Samuel Geren, Jr., father of our subject, was married in early manhood to Jane Hill, of Baltimore, Maryland. They made their home in Marietta, Ohio, which was the scene of prehistoric occupancy by a. race of mound builders. many evidences of this people being still found in the mounds which abound in that vicinity. There Irenius A. Geren spent his boyhood days and pursued his education as a public-school Student and in Scott's School for Boys, Early in life he learned the mason's trade and after becoming an expert workman in that line he engaged in contracting on his own account in his home town and state, Gradually be extended his labors not only to other Ohio towns but also to other states and erected many public buildings throughout the country. including government buildings,. courthouses, schoolhouses, etc. He was the builder of the Williams College in Virginia. the Athens Asylum. the asylum at Spencer, West Virginia; and many other public buildings of Pennsylvania. Virginia, Indiana, Ohio and Illinois. In 1877 he removed to Columbus, for he had been working on public buildings here for a number of year and believed the city a. favorable location. He continued his residence here throughout his remaining days and for a. long period was active in building operations, a liberal patronage being accorded him. The nature of the buildings which he erected indicates clearly his superior skill and ability as a contractor. In Marietta, Ohio, Mr. Geren was married to Miss Ellen Chambers, of Washington county, this state, a. direct descendant of General Israel Putnam, and a daughter of James Chambers, one of the pioneer residents of Ohio. who carried the mail from Zanesville to Marietta on horseback at an early day. Unto Mr. and Mrs. Geren were born nine children, five of whom died in early manhood and womanhood. Those still living are Henrietta CENTENNIAL HISTORY OF COLUMBUS - 737 C.. who was educated at Marietta and successfully engaged in teaching for a number of years; Jennie M.; Howard P., Who is living in West Virginia; and Earl C., at home. In his political views Mr. Geren Was a democrat, never faltering in his allegiance to the party. He was also an exemplary member of the Masonic fraternity and Was loyal in his devotion to the Methodist church, to which he long belonged. In all of his business affairs he was very successful because of his careful management, his thorough understanding of the trade and his progressive spirit, Which kept him in touch with the modern processes of building. He died December 14, 1905, at the venerable age of eight-one years, while his wife passed away in July 1900, at the age of seventy-five years. His life record had covered the period of America's greatest development and he lived to see wonderful changes, for in his boyhood days travel Was largely done by stage or private conveyance, or through the utilization of the waterways. He lived to witness the building of the railroads and the introduction of the telegraph and telephone, While in all lines of business the advancement was just as marked. He Was in hearty sympathy with the spirit of progress and stood as a high type of American manhood and chivalry. LOUIS FREDERICK FIESER. The prosperity of a city does not depend so much upon its machinery of government. or even upon the men who fill its offices, as it does upon those who promote and control its business interests, establishing its prosperity and commercial advancement. In this class Louis F. Fieser is numbered, being senior member of the firm of Fieser & Bentley, dealers in pig iron and coke, Columbus numbers him among her native sons, his birth having here occurred October 17, 1854. His parent, Frederick and Louise (Scheede ) Fieser, were both natives of Germany and came to the United States in childhood days. The father Was a prominent resident of Columbus; where he was Well known as a journalist and banker. He also served for several terms as president of the board of education of the city and his influence and support were freely given for the advancement and progress of the community along many lines of substantial development. Louis F. Fieser obtained a. technical education in the Ohio State University and going abroad to Vienna. he there studied civil engineering for several years. Following his return to the United States he engaged at once in the construction of several railroads in various parts of the country, being thus occupied until 1891, when he was called to Columbus by the sudden death of his father to look after his banking interests in the firm of Reinhard & Company. Seven years were then devoted to that task, after which he withdrew from the bank and turned his attention to the pig iron business, engaging in the manufacture and sale of pig iron. He has since continued in this line and is now associated with Linn Bentley, under the 738 - CENTENNIAL HISTORY OF COLUMBUS firm style of Fieser & Bentley, With offices at No. 710. The Wyandotte. The extent and importance of their business places them in the front rank among the representatives of commercial interests in this city. On the 30th of June, 1891, Mr. Fieser was married to Miss Martha V, Kershaw, and they have since had a family of four children, of whom three are living. Mr. Fieser is not active in the political World but considers himself a democrat, although since the advent of Bryan's seizure on the democratic party in 1696 he has felt forced to give his allegiance to the republican party. He is Well known in the social as Well as the business life of the city. SOLOMON S. LEHMAN. Solomon S. Lehman; who for the past few years has lived retired in Canal Winchester, owns a fine farm property just outside the city limits and from this he derives a good annual income. He was born in Franklin county, Pennsylvania, in 1841, a son of Abraham and Catharine (Shirk) Lehman, both of German parentage and natives of the Keystone state, the former born in 1800 and the latter in 1809. The father Was a miller, owning an interest in the. flouring mill of Whitehurst, Gehm & Company at Canal Winchester. He died in 1868, while his wife, surviving for a few years, passed away in 1873t Their children, seven in number, are Isaac. John, Benjamin, Solomon S.. Mrs. Leah Dressler, Joseph and Samuel. Solomon S. Lehman was but eight months old when brought by his parents from his native state' to Franklin county. The family established their home in Canal Winchester and the son acquired his education in the district schools during the winter months. He remained with his father until he had attained his majority, when he started out in life on his own account by working as a farm hand for fifteen dollars per month. He thus continued until 1864, when he enlisted for service in the Civil war, becoming a member of the One Hundred and Seventy-eighth Ohio Volunteer Infantry. He was in a number of the most important engagements of the War including some hard fighting at Nashville, Tennessee. He was discharged from service at Charlotte, North Carolina, and was mustered out at Columbus. Returning from the war, Mr. Lehman began working in the flouring mill of Whitehurst, Gehm & Company, in which his father was a. partner. After about three years the father died and the son then purchased of the other heirs the father's interest in the mill, and was made salesman, in which position he continued for ten years, subsequent to Which time he disposed of his interest and spent one year in travel. He invested his money in a fine farm situated just outside the city limits, and he also owns farm' land in Arkansas. Since disposing of his milling interests he has lived retired in a pleasant home in Canal Winchester, enjoying in ease the fruits of his former PAGE 739 - PICTURE OF MR AND MRS S. S. LEHMAN PAGE 740 - BLANK CENTENNIAL HISTORY OF COLUMBUS - 741 toil. His only business connection is with the People's Bank, of which he is a director. Mr. Lehman has been married twice. His first wife, who bore the maiden name of Sarah M. Hott, was born in 1851 and departed this life in 1899, For his second Wife Mr. Lehman wedded Mrs. Osborne Alspaugh, who was born in Fairfield county, Ohio, in 1856. By her first marriage she had two children, Chauncey D. Alspaugh and Mrs. Lyda G. Lehman. Mr. Lehman is a republican in his political views and takes an active interest in public affairs as a member of the village council, where he has served for two years. His fraternal relations are with the Knights of Pythias. He is a man of exemplary habits, strict integrity and has a strong personality. He takes a just pride in the improvement and advancement of his community and does all in his power toward accomplishing that end. JOSEPH D. KING, D.V.S. Dr. Joseph D. King has been engaged in the practice of veterinary surgery in Canal Winchester since 1899 and his patronage has now reached very extensive proportions. He was born August 26, 1875, of the marriage of George and Ellen (McCracken) King, the former born in 1832, and the latter in 1836, while their marriage was celebrated in 1854. Their family numbers five children: Mrs. Justina Motte, Mrs. Littie E. Lee, Dr, J, D. King, Tullie and Lulu. The father has followed farming as a life work. He began as a poor man and now owns a valuable tract of land of forty acres, situated in Franklin county, this tract having been covered with forest when it came into his possession. Mr. King cleared and developed the land and now has an attractive farm property and a nice house. He has always been vary devoted to the interests of his family, doing everything possible for their comfort and welfare. He is a democrat in his political views, giving stanch support to the party, while his fraternal relation. are with the Independent Order of Odd Fellows. Dr. Joseph D. King was reared on the home farm and acquired his early education in the district schools. He prepared for his profession as a veterinary surgeon in the Ontario Veterinary College of Toronto, Canada, entering the college at the age of twenty-three years and receiving his degree in 1899. He immediately located for practice in Canal Winchester and in the years that have. come and gone he has built up a very extensive patronage, his services being in demand not only in Canal Winchester but in the surrounding country many miles distant. He uses an automobile in making his calls, often covering one hundred miles in a day. He is energetic and enterprising and his services always prove most satisfactory to his patrons. Dr. King was married in 1900 to Miss Grace Harlan and two interesting little sons, Lyle G. and Hayes, are the light and life of the household. The Doctor was appointed to fill a vacancy in the city council and Was then elected for two years, but was forced to resign on account of the 742 - CENTENNIAL HISTORY OF COLUMBUS pressure of his private business interests. He is independent in politics and in religious faith is a Methodist, While his fraternal relations are with the Knights of Pythias. He is highly esteemed in the vicinity not only as a. professional man but also as a. citizen and friend of humanity who lives for the good he can do to his fellowman. ALBERT F. DICKEY. Albert F. Dickey, deceased, was for many years a respected and valued resident of Blendon township, Franklin county, where he devoted his life to general agricultural pursuits. he was born in the state of New York, March 28. 1831, his parents being Joseph and Lavina (Taggart) Dickey. On leaving the Empire state the father brought his family to Ohio and took up his abode in Franklin county but died soon afterward, leaving a widow and five sons: James, Morris T., Joseph L., Albert F. and Kirkland M., all now deceased. Albert F. Dickey was a small boy when he came with his parents to Ohio and in his youthful days he learned the blacksmith's trade with his brother. He afterward followed that business for a number of years but when thirty-five years of age turned his attention to general agricultural pursuits, locating upon the farm which is still the home of the widow. It comprises one hundred and nine acres of arable and productive land in Blendon township and upon it Mr. Dickey made many improvements, becoming a successful farmer. He was persistent and energetic in all that he undertook and carefully cultivated his fields, so that annually he gathered therefrom rich harvests, finding a ready sale for his products on the market. On the 19th of April, 1891, Mr. Dickey was united in marriage to Miss Emma Rugg, who was born in Blendon township, September 3, 1853, on a. farm adjoining the one on which she now resides. She has always lived in these two houses-the one in which she was born and reared and the one which is now her place of residence. She is a daughter of Dayton and Margaret Caroline (Merrill) Rugg. Her father was a representative of one of the oldest pioneer families of the county, his birth having occurred in Blendon township where Westerville now .stands. His entire life Was passed here as a farmer and he was ever diligent and industrious. Isle died March 9, 1904t at the venerable age of eight-three years, haying throughout his entire life been a witness of the progress and improvement of this portion of the state. His mind was filled with many interesting incidents of the early days, his reminiscences concerning many important events which shaped the history of the county. His wife was born near Carbondale, Pennsylvania, came to Franklin county in her girlhood days and died on the 13th of December, 1899, at the age of seventy-two years. In the family of this worthy couple were five daughters and one son, namely: Mrs. Dickey: Mrs. J. M. Beaver, of Seattle, Washington : Mrs. Helen Taylor, of CENTENNIAL HISTORY OF COLUMBUS - 743 Linden; Dayton, residing on the old home farm; Mrs. Ada Turney, of Mifflin township; and Mrs. Gertrude Wright, of Chicago. At the time of his marriage Albert F. Dickey took his bride to the farm upon which they always resided and Which is still her home. As the years passed he carried on the work of tilling the soil and met with such success in his undertakings that he was enabled to leave his Widow in comfortable circumstances When, on the 6th of March, 1904, he Was called to his final rest. He was straightforward in all his dealings, reliable in all business transactions and enjoyed the warm regard and friendship of many with whom he came in contact. Mrs. Dickey is also well known in this locality and has an extended circle of friends here. CHRISTIAN GAYMAN. Christian Gayman was born in Cumberland county, Pennsylvania, January 18, 1828, and was descended from sturdy Pennsylvania Quakers. His grandparents, Daniel and --- (Lantis) Gayman, were contemporary with Revolutionary times and became the parents of ten children, six sons and four daughters. The second son, David, was married early in 1824 to Elizabeth Brenneman and to them were born nine children, seven sons and two daughters. The family lived near Carlisle; Cumberland county, Pennsylvania, where the father died in 1839, his eldest child, Daniel, being but fourteen years of age. In a few years the family separated, the children going to work among strangers and the mother also securing employment to support herself. A daughter died in early life. In 1842 the mother decided to gather her family together and come to Ohio. having learned from friends who had previously emigrated to this state that there were better opportunities here than in Pennsylvania, In December of that year her son Daniel journeyed from Chambersburg, Pennsylvania, to Canton. Ohio, by stage, arriving there on Christmas day. He left the next day and walked to Columbus. thence via the National road to Reynoldsburg and from there made his way to Canal Winchester, arriving on New Year's day. He remained two weeks, during which time a house had been rented and everything arranged for the comfort of the family on their arrival. He returned to Chambersburg on horseback by way of Zanesville and Wheeling. A joyous Welcome Was given him at home and after he had detailed to his mother the incidents of the ,journey, preparations were at once begun for the removal of the family to their new home in Ohio. The mother selected Monday. March 20, 1843, as the date upon which the journey should begin. There was a wagon to build, horses and harness to buy and other arrangements to make but nevertheless they were ready for the trip on the date designated. The journey, Which was made by Way of the National road. was uneventful With the exception of as several hours' delay in the Allegheny mountains. occasioned by a snow blockade. When they 744 - CENTENNIAL HISTORY OF COLUMBUS arrived at Reynoldsburg early in April they found the mud road to Canal Winchester impassable. Night approaching, the wagons were abandoned for the time being. The mother and daughter each Mounted a horse but the boys set out on foot and thus they approached the home of a former Pennsylvania neighbor in the vicinity of Canal Winchester, with whom they spent the night. In the morning the boys went back with an additional team for the Wagon, nothing having been disturbed during the night. On the 5th of April, 1843, the mother and children-Daniel. Annie, David; Solomon, Christian, Moses, Israel and Ephraim-came into Canal Winchester, Where they all continued to reside until the time of their demise, except Solomon Who died in Dayton, Ohio, and Annie who passed away in Missouri. Ephraim died shortly after the family arrived m Ohio. The mother passed away in 1859, her death occurring in the house on the corner of West and Liberty street that was known as the Gayman homestead from 1843 until the demise of Daniel Gayman several years ago. The five brothers who remained at Canal Winchester married and reared families, lived upright lives, contributed in various ways to the advancement of the community and died full of years and honors. Christian was the first to pass through the valley of the shadow of death, and at that time the ages of the five brothers averaged seventy year;. He died March 8, in the sixty-ninth year of his age. Since that time all the other brothers have passed away. Three of the widows and numerous children and grandchildren ,still live in Canal Winchester and central Ohio. On the 24th of December, 1857, Christian Gayman was united in marriage to Miss Mary E. Diley, of Fairfield county. Four children were born unto them, two daughters and two sons: Eliza. Ida and Dr. W. S. Gayman, all of whom still reside with their mother in the homes Lead on East Waterloo street; and E. C. Gayman, who lives with his family on property adjoining that of his mother. It may be interesting here to relate that all of the elder Gaymans had small opportunity for acquiring an education but they had a thirst for knowledge and applied themselves so diligently in odd moments that early in life they were qualified to pass examinations and teach school. All of the brothers except Daniel married young ladies who at one time were either pupils in their schools or lived in the vicinity. Christian Gayman Was an active, earnest and zealous citizen and business man. In 1857 he engaged actively in the general merchandise business, forming a partnership With his brother David under the firm name of D. & C. Gayman. This relationship continued until 1891. when David retired. A new partnership was then formed with his son. E. C. Gayman. under the firm name of C. Gayman & Son. and the business is still continued under that name by his heirs. Christian Gayman was actively and successfully connected with the enterprise from 1857 until 1896. covering almost forty years of business life-a longer period of continuous service than that of any man living in this section. All there years were spent in the building on the. southeast corner of High and Waterloo streets in Which the business is still conducted. CENTENNIAL HISTORY OF COLUMBUS - 745 The name of Christian Gayman was well and favorably known to many of the wholesale dry-goods merchants of the country and his house was recognized as one of the most substantial in central Ohio. Vacations were practically unknown to him. When in health he was always attentive to business, and all of his leisure time that was not devoted to his church and community was spent with his family. He was not identified with any fraternal society but was a devoted member of the Evangelical Lutheran church almost from the time of the organization of the congregation. He was revered by members of his church, loved by his family and because of his kindness to and consideration for others he had few, if any, enemies. He was devoted to his family and it was his constant delight to give to his children every possible educational advantage and encourage all their laudable undertakings. He was a. great reader and student, not a reader of a great many books, but one who read thoroughly and understandingly such hooks as enriched his mind and made him the honored and conservative citizen that he was. Many positions of honor and trust were held by him in church and community and at the time of his death he was a member of the village council. Every meritorious public enterprise had his active encouragement and support. His pious walk and conversation, his uprightness and integrity as a business man, his devotion as a husband and father these will stand as a. lasting monument to the memory of Christian Gayman. JOSEPH S. JONES, M.D. Columbus has become a center of medical culture from the fact that there have been located in its midst some of the strongest medical educational institutions of the country, while those engaged in private practice have given proof of the fact that their knowledge and skill equals that of the eminent educators. An able and successful representative of the medical fraternity in the capital city is Dr. Joseph S. Jones, a native of New Martinsburg. Ohio. born October 21, 1872. His father, Joseph S. Jones, was a native of Ross county, while the grandfather, Robert Jones, was born at Martinsburg, Virginia. Early representatives of the family came from Virginia during the pioneer epoch in the history of Ohio, and the family has silica figured prominently in professional circles in the state. The father of our subject was also a physician who for a half century practiced successfully at New Martinsburg enjoying an extensive practice, where by the consensus of public opinion he was accorded a foremost place in the ranks of the medical fraternity. He died in 1904 at the age of seventy-seven year. and his wife, who bore the maiden name of Eliza Williams, died in 1902. She was a. native of Chillicothe, Ohio, and was of Virginia parentage. her father, Richard Williams, having been a native of the Old Dominion. In preparation for life's practical and responsible duties Dr. Joseph S. Jones attended the public schools of his native town and afterward be 746 - CENTENNIAL HISTORY OF COLUMBUS came a student in the National Normal University, of Lebanon, Ohio. His professional training was received in the Starling Medical College and. continuing the course to graduation, he is now numbered among the alumni of 1898. He received thorough practical training and broad and varied experience as an interne in the St. Francis Hospital, where he remained for two years. He then commenced practice in Columbus and his ability is evidenced by the liberal patronage accorded him. He has also been lecturer on Materia Medica in Starling Medical College since 1902. and this. with the duties of general practice, makes constant demand upon his time and energies. He belongs to the Columbus Academy of Medicine and the Ohio State Medical Society. Dr. Jones was married in 1900 to Miss Florence Clark, a native of this city and a daughter of John T. Clark. one of the old settlers here. They have one child, Mildred Louise, born December 14, 1902. Dr. Jones belongs to the Knights of Pythias society and 'to the Independent Order of Odd Fellows. He is a gentleman of genial manner, of cordial address. and of unfailing courtesy, qualities which have won him warm friends outside of his professional ranks. CARL L. HOSTER. Carl L. Hoster, treasurer of the Roster Columbus Associated Breweries, was born in Bavaria, Germany, on the 3d of May, 1859. His father, George Hoster, made his home in Columbus, Ohio, from 1840 until 1845, but in the latter year returned to Germany on account of ill health. Carl L. Hoster was educated in the schools of his native country. graduating from the Lyceum at Creuznach. The year 1884 witnessed his emigration to the new world, and in 1885 he took up his abode in Columbus. On arriving in this city he was elected secretary and treasurer of the L. Hoster Brewery Company, retaining his position until the consolidation of the brewing interests of Columbus, when he was made treasurer oŁ the Hoster Columbus Associated Breweries. He is likewise interested in street railway, electric light, real estate and numerous other commercial enterprises of the city and is well known and highly esteemed as a most prosperous and progressive citizen. He was also for a number of years a valued member of the Board of Trade. On the 2d oŁ November. 1891, Mr. Hoster was united in marriage to Miss: Eva Steuerwald, by whom he has three children, namely: Albert, Frank and Emilie. In his political views Mr. Hoster is independent, always taking into consideration the ability and fitness of the candidate rather than his party affiliation. His religious faith is indicated by his membership in the Independent Protestant church, while fraternally he is connected with the Independent Order of Odd Fellows and the Druids. He also belongs to two German singing societies, the Maennerchor and the Liederkranz and a literary PAGE 747 - PICTURE OF CARL L. HOSTER PAGE 748 - BLANK CENTENNIAL HISTORY OF COLUMBUS - 749 club, the Humbolt Verein. He resides in a substantial and attractive residence which he owns at No. 673 Front street and which is a favorite resort with many friends of the family. In closing this outline of the biography of one of Columbus' best known residents, let us say that Mr. Hoster is an assuming, pleasant and companionable gentleman and has gained high rank among the successful business men and public-spirited citizens of his adopted country. FRANCIS FLOYD FIELD. M.D. Dr. Francis Floyd Field, aside from being well known in medical circles in Groveport and Franklin county, claims the distinction of being the youngest man in the state of Ohio to serve as president of a bank. He was elected president of the Groveport Bank in April, 1904, since which time he has acceptably and efficiently filled the office. Dr. Field comes of an old and prominent family of Ohio, some of its members having been prominent in military circle.. The family is descended from French and English ancestry and the name was formerly known is Dela Field. The great-grandfather of our subject, Francis Field, was with General Washington when he crossed the Delaware at Trenton on the eve of December 26, 1776, during the Revolutionary war. The grandfather, Dr. Abel Field, was a prominent physician of Amity, Franklin county. while the father, O. G. Field. was also a physician and during the Civil war served as surgeon of the Fourth Ohio Cavalry. The family is also related to Chief Justice Fuller and to the late Marshall Field, well-known citizens of the United States. The father, Dr. O. G. Field, was born in Gorham, New York, January 19, 1832, and was married January 2, 1868, to Miss Josephine Dillie Latham, who was born January l, 1846. Their marriage was blessed with two children, the sister of our subject being Miss Jessie Dillie Field, who was born March 10, 1873, and on the 22d of June, 1892, became the wife of Charles Dorn, a. prominent farmer and stock-raiser of Madison county, this state. They have a little son and daughter: Howard Field Dorn. born May 18, 1893: and Josephine Louise. who was born May 28, 1901. Francis Floyd Field was born at Sedalia, Madison county, Ohio, March 15. 1876. He was educated in the schools of his native city and completed the high-school course at the Midway school May 22, 1894. Deciding upon the profession of medicine as a. life work, to that end he entered Starling Medical College in the fall of 1895, graduating therefrom April 14, 1898. In the fall of 1899 he located for practice at Zimmer, now known as Groveport, since which time he has very successfully followed his profession. His practice is already large and is constantly increasing and he keeps in touch with the advancement that is being made by the medical fraternity as investigation, research and experiment broaden knowledge and promote efficiency. While leading a. busy life in connection with his professional duties, the Doctor also finds time to devote to the financial interests of the city. The 750 - CENTENNIAL HISTORY OF COLUMBUS Groveport Bank was organized in April, 1904; with a capital stock of twenty-five thousand dollars, the stockholders representing some of the best known and wealthiest citizens of Franklin county. At the first election of officers Dr. Field was chosen president, an honor not usually conferred upon so young a man, he being at that time twenty-eight years of age, and indeed claims the distinction of being the youngest man in the state to fill a similar position. However, he is demonstrating his ability to capably manage the affairs of the bank, for its depositors are steadily increasing and an excellent business is being done. When during the panic of 1908. many of the banks of the country were compelled to close their doors, the Groveport Bank kept open and honored every demand made upon it. which speaks well for its management. Dr. Field was married on the 31st of July. 1901, the lady of his choice being Miss Caroline Schlippie. who was born November 26. 1876. They are popular and hospitable young people and have a host of warm and admiring friends. The Doctor is a democrat in his political views, while his religious faith is indicated by his membership in the Presbyterian church. Is a Mason. belonging to the order at Sedalia, Madison county. JOHN W. GILBERT. John W. Gilbert, a well known and successful architect and builder of Columbus, was born in Norwich township, Franklin county, Ohio, on the 19th of March. 1864. His father, whose birth occurred in Maryland in 1826. came to Franklin county in 1846. He was a soldier of the Civil war and throughout his active business career carried on agricultural pursuits. He died November 28, 1908, at the age of eighty-two years, while his wife, who is still living, has attained the age of seventy-four. The latter bore the maiden name of Sarah Garnell and is a native of this county, her father being one of the pioneer farmers here. John W. Gilbert acquired his literary education in the country schools, while subsequently he attended the Columbus Business College and later took a course in architecture. The year 1904 witnessed his arrival in Columbus and he has since been numbered among the prosperous and enterprising representatives of his profession here. His time and energies have been chiefly given to the construction of residences and among the homes which .stand as monuments to his skill and ability are those of W. A. Scott, E. J. Monihan, John Stoner. W. C. Pavey, J. H. Walcott and the J. H. Walcott apartments. He likewise has extensive investments in Columbus real estate and owns a. fine home at No. 379 Thirteenth avenue. On the 25th of December. 1889. Mr. Gilbert was united in marriage to Miss Ida May White. a. daughter of William White, who was one of Franklin county's prosperous and well known agriculturists. They now have seven children, namely: Opal May, a graduate of the Columbus Business College and an accomplished pianist and singer, who assists her father: CENTENNIAL HISTORY OF COLUMBUS - 751 Ralph. student in the Columbus high school: Edith; Laura; Lucy, Anna.; and Fay. Since age conferred upon him the right of franchise Mi. Gilbert has given his political allegiance to the republican party, while his fraternal relations are with the Knights of Pythias. He is affiliated with the Methodist Episcopal denomination and his wife is very active in church and charitable work. He is a lover of music and literature, possesses a. fine library and is a man of quiet, home loving disposition, finding his greatest enjoyment in the companionship of his wife and children. A resident of Franklin county throughout his entire life, he has always stood for that which is progressive in citizenship, cooperating in various plans and measures for the material. social, intellectual and political progress of the community. JOHN FIELD. John Field, manager of the Field fire insurance agency and since 1879 manager of the Columbus Clearing House, is a native son of the capital city, his birth having here occurred June 18, 1857. His parents were Franklin M. and Felicity J. (Palen) Field, and the mother died in 1881. Reared under the parental roof, the son pursued his education in the public schools of Columbus until he was graduated from the Central high school with the class of 1875. He then entered upon his business career as messenger in the old First National Bank and continued with that institution until 1880. On the organization of the Merchants' & Manufacturers' Bank he was offered and accepted the position of teller, continuing in that capacity until 1895. He then withdrew from banking circles in order to establish a fire insurance agency and for thirteen years has continued in this line enjoying a constantly growing business, so that he now has a. large agency representing a number of companies. The success of this undertaking r is due entirely to his efforts. He has allowed no obstacles to brook his path if they could be overcome by determination and diligence, and the amount of business which he now writes is represented by a large figure annually. He has also been at the head of the Columbus Clearing House as its manager since 1879. This is an important institution to the city, six-teen banks of Columbus being contributing members thereto. His previous experience in banking lines well qualified him for this position and his efforts have made this one of the valued factors in banking circles of the city. In 1878 Mr. Field was married to Miss Matilda. S. Brelsford, of Columbus. and they have four children: Florence, now the wife of W. H. Riggle, of Harrisburg : Sarah: John. Jr.; and Dorothy. Mr. Field belongs to the blue lodge of Masons and gives stalwart support to the republican party: Hunting. fishing. boating and other outdoor sports are of interest to him but he never allows the pursuit of pleasure to interfere with business duties. He is a natural salesman and hard work has constituted the basis of his 752 - CENTENNIAL HISTORY OF COLUMBUS business development. He possesses a frank. genial nature and easily makes friends, while the salient qualities of his character enable him to retain their kindly regard and friendship throughout the ensuing years. CLARENCE GRAHAM McLAUGHLIN. Clarence Graham McLaughlin, controlling a trade of large volume as the manager for the McLaughlin-Hoffman Lumber Company. of which he is also a. partner, is one of the best, informed men in the lumber trade, being thoroughly conversant with everything bearing directly or indirectly on the business. It is this fact to which is attributable the gratifying success that he has achieved. He was born near Bainbridge, in Ross: county, Ohio, May 13. 1878. The family is of Scotch-Irish origin, but was established in Ohio at an early epoch in the history of this state. His grandfather, James McLaughlin. was a native of Bainbridge, Ross county, and his father. Clarence R. McLaughlin. was a native of the same locality, and was long connected with the lumber business, owning and operating sawmills and converting the timber into a marketable product for building purposes. Throughout his entire business life he has been a representative of the lumber trade. Removing to Columbus. he organized the McLaughlin Lumber Company, for the manufacture and sale of lumber to the wholesale trade. Their operations were largely confined to western Virginia. For many years Mr. McLaughlin continued actively and successfully in business in the capital city but in 1906 left Columbus to go to the Pacific coast, and is now located at Vancouver, where he carries on operations in the lumber trade. He was one of the pioneer lumber men of this section of the state and his business enterprise and integrity, as well as other salient traits of his character, won him a. high position in the regard of those who knew him. He married Willa Etta Graham, of Mount Sterling. Fayette county, Ohio, who died in 1897. Clarence G. McLaughlin was but a young lad at the time of his parents' removal to Columbus, so that he pursued his public-school education in this city, completing the high-school course by graduation with the class of 1897. He afterward devoted two years to study in the law and literary department of the Ohio State University, and entered upon his business career immediately after leaving college in 1900. He became connected with the lumber trade in Pickaway county, Ohio, under his own name, engaging in the manufacture of lumber for two years. This early experience was of great value to him, bringing to him a knowledge of trade conditions and the value of different kinds of timber. Later he had a supplementary experience in West Virginia and Kentucky with his father for one year. In 1903 he joined W. F. Hoffman in the organization of the McLaughlin-Hoffman Lumber Company. for the purpose of conducting a wholesale business in bard wood, yellow pine. white pine, hemlock, and cypress lumber. The company have sales offices in Chicago and Detroit, with southern offices at Meridian, Mississippi. They buy lumber from large manufacturers under contract, and their purchases and CENTENNIAL HISTORY OF COLUMBUS - 753 sales are made only by carloads. Their s selling operations cover the territory of Ohio, Indiana, Michigan, Pennsylvania. New York, Illinois and Canada. The business has made substantial growth, and though the firm began operations on a small scale less than six years ago, they are now controlling an extensive trade and are recognized as one of the leading concerns of Columbus. Throughout his entire business career Mr. McLaughlin has been connected with lumber interests and he now gives undivided attention to the business, realizing that concentration of effort rather than diffusion of one's forces over a broad field, constitutes a safe element in the upbuilding of success. He understands, too, that one must be thoroughly conversant with the business in all of its departments and with all of those interests which bear indirectly upon the trade. He has therefore acquainted himself with all transportation facilitites and railroad interests, knowing the best means of shipping as well as the market conditions and the quality of different timbers. In 1902 Mr. McLaughlin was married to Miss Edna E. Murray, of Columbus. They have one son, William H., who was born in 1905. Mr. McLaughlin is a member of the Phi Gamma Delta, a college fraternity, and holds membership with the United Commercial Travelers, with Junior Lodge. I. O. O. F., and with the Hoo Hoos, a well-known organization of lumbermen. He is an enthusiastic fisherman and finds rest and recreation with the rod. His religious faith is indicated in his membership in the Methodist Episcopal church, and his life is in consistent harmony therewith, for an analyzation of his record shows that in all relations he has sought to be just and fair, according to others the treatment which he would wish for himself. EDWIN A. HAMILTON, M D. Edwin A. Hamilton. M. D., a representative of the medical profession in Columbus, was born in Gallia. county, Ohio, November 28. 1865. He is descended from one of the old families of Delaware, although the representatives of the name in later generations lived in Virginia, where his father. A. B. Hamilton, was born. In his boyhood days he accompanied his father. James Hamilton, to Ohio and is now living in Gallia county, having spent the greater part of his life in this state. He married Emily Kent. a daughter of Samuel Kent a veteran of the war of 1812. and a. granddaughter of Samuel R. Kent, who fought for American liberty in the war of Independence. Thus in both the paternal and maternal lines Dr. Hamilton is descended from old and highly respected families. As a pupil of the public schools Dr. Hamilton mastered the elementary branches of English learning, continuing his studies in Rio Grande College, from which he was graduated with the class of 1886. He afterward entered the Medical College of Ohio, at Cincinnati. completing his course there with the class of 1891. For three and one-half years he practiced at Vinton, Ohio, thus obtaining his initial experience in the active work of the profession. He came to Columbus in 1894 and for fifteen years has been a. member of the 754 - CENTENNIAL HISTORY OF COLUMBUS medical fraternity here, making a specialty of surgery in his practice. Since 1903 he has been lecturer in proctology in the Starling-Ohio Medical College, and is proctologist to the Protestant Hospital. He has attended many of the important clinics of the country. He is a member of the American Proctological Society, and belongs to the Columbus Academy of Medicine, the Ohio State Medical Association, and the American Medical Association. In 1890 Dr. Hamilton was married to Miss Maggie Butler, a native of this state and a daughter of William Butler, of Vinton, Ohio. They have one son, Walter. Dr. Hamilton belongs to Vinton Lodge, No. 131, A. F. & A. M., and is popular in fraternal as well as professional circles. LLOYD E. STURM. There is always opportunity to rise, for it is only the lower ranks in business that are crowded, and after the preliminary stages are passed it is much less difficult for the individual to maintain the footing that he has gained on the hillside that leads to the plane of affluence. Gradually Lloyd E. Sturm has worked his way upward until he is today one of the best known railroad bridge builders in the country, many important contracts being awarded him that attest his superior skill and the confidence reposed in him. He makes his headquarters and maintains his residence in Columbus, although his professional duties call hire to various sections of the country. Mr. Sturm was born near Clarksburg, West Virginia, January 28, 1860. his parents being John F. and Harriet (Harrison) Sturm, who were likewise natives of West Virginia. The father was a contractor and farmer and did some contract work on the Pittsburg division of the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Company, although his later years were devoted to agricultural pursuits. He took up his abode upon a farm and in its further development and improvement his time was passed. He was a member of the board of county commissioners of Harrison county, West Virginia. for twelve years and was prominent and influential in that locality. He died May 19. .1908. Lloyd E. Sturm was educated in the common schools and afterward engaged in teaching for three terms. after which he turned his attention to railroad contracting in the state of his nativity. Natural mechanical ingenuity and skill, combined with knowledge gained through practical experience in mechanical work developed his ability for contracting, and he secured a contract on the Monongahela River Railroad. later on the Baltimore & Ohio, and afterward on the Ohio River Railroad, all of which are now a part of the Baltimore & Ohio system. He did the masonry and bridge work on those lines, and his success in those undertakings led him to seek broader fields of labor. In 1887 he came to Ohio and began operations here as a railroad contractor with headquarters at Portsmouth. first building bridges for the old Scioto Valley Railroad. now the Norfolk & Western. In 1891 he went to Waverly, Ohio, where he resided until 1905, when he removed to Colum- PAGE 755 - PICTURE OF L. E. STURM PAGE 756 - BLANK CENTENNIAL HISTORY OF COLUMBUS -757 bus. His work has been on the Big Four Railroad to a considerable extent and since 1898 he has also been engaged on work for the Norfolk & Western Railroad Company, for which he has already built about seventy bridges. He constructed the steel and concrete bridge over the Scioto river at Portsmouth and has done other work that is considered remarkable engineering feats. During the past three years he has been largely employed by the Southern Railway and the South & Western Railway Company in Tennessee. He has also built the bridge for the Big Four Railroad Company at Danville, Illinois, and is one of the best known railroad bridge builders in this country, being always busy with his contracts, not having had an idle day for fifteen years. He is known throughout the United States in this connection, his ability placing him among the foremost representatives in the line of his chosen profession. On the 12th of February, 1890, Mr. Sturm was married to Miss Nellie O'Connor. of Portsmouth, Ohio, and they have three daughters: Margaret H., Harriet and Janet Eleanor. While his business interests make constant demands upon his time and attention, Mr. Sturm's friends know him as a courteous. genial gentleman, and those who serve him recognize him as a just employer, and all of his business associates esteem him not only for his ability, but for the straightforward principles which characterize his professional career. ORLANDO W. ALDRICH. Orlando W. Aldrich has gained distinction by his work in the courts, also by his clear exposition of the law in the class room and by his contributions to legal literature. Few lawyers have made a more lasting impression upon the bar of the state, both through legal ability of a high order, and through the individuality of a personal character which impresses itself upon a community. A native of the Empire state, he was born in Erie county, March 30, 1840. his parents being Sidney and Lydia A. (York) Aldrich. The family is of English origin and was founded in America by the father, whose birth occurred near Farmingham, Suffolk county, England, in 1817. He arrived in the new world in 1832 when a youth of fifteen, and two years later became a resident of Erie county, New York, where he made his home until 1864. In that year he removed to Jackson county, Michigan, where he continued to reside until his death, in 1891. He was one of Nature's noblemen his life at all times being actuated by the highest principles in all of his relations to his fellowmen. In 1833 he became a member of the Methodist Episcopal church, and was ever afterward one of its most earnest and de voted workers. He served as class leader from 1840 and also was licensed as a local preacher. Such was the warm personal friendship entertained for him by all that knew him that he was called upon to officiate at more weddings and funerals than any other minister in his part of the state. He left the 758 - CENTENNIAL HISTORY OF COLUMBUS impress of his individuality for good upon the community in which he lived and his memory remains as a blessed benediction to all who knew him, while his record of self-sacrifice, hospitality, business integrity and Christian charity constitutes an example that may well be followed. His wife, whose death occurred in Michigan, in 1882, was born in Clarence, New York, and was a descendant in the paternal line of Asahel Franklin, of Bennington, Vermont, who was a nephew of Benjamin Franklin and one of the "Green Mountain Boys," who fought under General Stark at the battle of Bennington. Her grandmother, Amy Franklin York, was eleven years of age when that battle occurred and witnessed it from her father's house. In early womanhood she became the wife of Stephen York, and the family removed to Canada, residing less than half a mils from the battlefield of Lundy's Lane. She also saw the engagement which there occurred and as her husband gave the information to General Brown which resulted in the capture of a British spy, which fact became known to the Canadian authorities, the family had to flee from their home, and their farm was confiscated. One son, Stephen York, father of Mrs. Aldrich, had been drafted into the Canadian militia but made his escape across the border into the United States, joined Captain Spencer's company of New York militia, and participated in the battle of Fort Erie. Reared under the parental roof, Orlando W. Aldrich pursued his early education in the public schools of his native state. He was a young man of twenty-one years when on the 17th of May, 1861, he responded to President Lincoln's call for troops, and joined the Fourteenth New York Volunteer Infantry, with which he served in the peninsular campaign, participating also in the battles of Antietem, Fredericksburg and Chancellorsville. He remained on active duty until honorably discharged May 23, 1863. A clear recognition of the value of education as a preparation for the responsibilities of life if one wishes to pass beyond the humble stations, led Mr. Aldrich to pursue a course in the Illinois Wesleyan University, from which he was graduated in 1869. He received the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in 1875, the degree of Doctor of Laws from Albert University, at Bellville, Ontario, in 1877, and the degree of Doctor of Civil Law from the former institution in 1881. Having thoroughly prepared for the practice of law he was admitted to the Illinois bar in 1871 when Vice President Stephenson and Judge Weldon, of the United States court of Claims, were the examining committee. For some years Mr. Aldrich was connected with educational work as professor of philosophy of the Illinois Wesleyan University from 1877 to 1878, while from 1876 to 1881 he was professor in the law department in the same institution. He was called to the Ohio State University as a professor in the law department in 1892, and there continued until 1897. For three years he was the editor of the Weekly Jurist, of Bloomington, Illinois, and edited the first American edition of Anson on Contracts, an English work of high ability. He also prepared the supplemental volume of Ohio statutes from 1880 until 1885, and wrote an article on elections in Volume six, first edition of the American Cyclopedia of Law. In his private practice his work has been distinguished by the highest CENTENNIAL HISTORY OF COLUMBUS - 759 legal ability. His work in the court room is characterized by a calmness and dignity that indicates reserve strength. The earnestness with which he has devoted his energies to his profession, the careful regard evinced for the interests of his clients, and an assiduous and unrelaxing attention to all the details of his cases have brought him a large business and made him very successful in its conduct. He has confined his attention exclusively to civil law and his arguments have elicited warm commendation, not only from his associates at the bar, but also from the bench. He is a very able writer. His briefs always show wide research, careful thought and the best and strongest reasons which can be urged for his contentions, presented in cogent and logical form, and illustrated by a style unusually lucid and clear. Mr. Aldrich has been married twice. In 1863 at Hudson, Illinois, he wedded Miss Roselia G. Jewel, who passed away in 1877, leaving two children: Edgar S., who was graduated as an electrical engineer from the Ohio State University in 1898 and is now the manager of the Electric Light & Power Company at Moscow, Idaho; and Mrs. Harry E. Crum, of Columbus. In 1878 Mr. Aldrich was again married, his second union being with Mrs. Sarah A. Taylor, of Vandalia, Illinois, who was born in Coshocton county, Ohio. They have one son, W. Richard, now an attorney at law. Mr. Aldrich owns a fine fruit farm just north of Columbus, called Maplehurst, and here he resides, his home being the center of a cultured society circle. He is greatly interested in horticulture and has studied it closely, both from a scientific and practical standpoint; and has done much to further the interests of fruit growers in the state by his activity in the Columbus Horticultural Society, in which he has been honored with the presidency, while for four years he was vice president of the Ohio State Horticultural Society. It would be tautological in this connection to enter into any series of statements as showing Mr. Aldrich to be a man of scholarly attainments and broad intellectual culture, for this has been shadowed forth between the lines of this review. He has been a student of the great sociological, economical and political problems of the country, and is interested in various organizations which promote knowledge and foster the social relations that inculcate an interest in one's fellowmen. Mr. Aldrich is in hearty sympathy with the purposes of the Masonic fraternity and served for four years as master of New England Lodge. No. 4, A. F. & A. M., of Worthington, while of Mount Vernon Commandery, K. T., he is a life member. He has attained the thirty-second degree in the Scottish Rite and is a. member of Scioto Consistory, and is also identified with Aladdin Temple of the Nobles of the Mystic Shrine. He has been commander of Beers Post. G. A. R., was judge advocate of the department of the Ohio, a member of the council of administration of Ohio, and a delegate to the national encampment in Cincinnati. He likewise belongs to the Union Veteran Legion Encampment, No. 78, and is interested in all that pertains to the welfare of that great host who fought for the preservation of the Union. For two years he was the vice president of the Ohio Society of the Sons of the American Revolution, and active as its president for one year. He was also president of the Society of the War of 1812, and national vice presi- 760 - CENTENNIAL HISTORY OF COLUMBUS dent of that society. A patron of art, he owns one of the largest and finest collections of oil and water color paintings by European and American artists in this section of the state. Mr. Aldrich is a member of the Royal Society of Arts. His extensive library contains many rare and valuable old volumes, including one of Roman law published in 1442, only a few years after the first printing was done by movable type. Archaeological research is a matter of deep interest to him, as is all that tends to promote knowledge and aesthetic culture, contributing to the uplifting of the race. Association with him means expansion and elevation, and he stands today as one of the most honored and representative citizens of Ohio. JAMES HENRY BROCK. James Henry Brock, one of the best known fire insurance men of Ohio and the middle west, started in business life at the age of fourteen years with but thirty-five cents in his pocket. This condition seems hardly possible to those who know Mr. Brock as a man of affluence, controlling a large and prosperous business as a representative of many of the leading fire insurance companies of the country. He was born in Cynthiana, Pike county, Ohio, December 8, 1853, and is of Scotch lineage. His great-grandfather became the founder of the family in the new world, settling in Virginia in 1803, at which time the grandfather was a child of three years. The latter afterward became a resident of southern Ohio in 1820 and spent his remaining days in this state. His son, Daniel W. Brock, was born in Pike county, Ohio, devoted his life to general agricultural pursuits and became a prosperous farmer, thus providing a comfortable living for his family. At the time of the Civil war he espoused the Union cause and rendered valiant aid to his country until the close of hostilities. When the republican party was formed to prevent the further extension of, slavery he joined its ranks and remained one of its stalwart advocates until his demise. At one time he was county commissioner of Pike county and manifested a deep interest in its welfare and upbuilding through his hearty cooperation in many movements for the public good. In early manhood he wedded Miss Caroline Wood; a native of Pike county, Ohio, whose father was one of the pioneer settlers there. Her death occurred in 1861 and Daniel W. Brock, long surviving, passed away in 1905. No event of special importance occurred to vary the routine of farm life for James Henry Brock in his early boyhood days. He did such tasks on the farm as his age and strength permitted and also attended the district schools until twelve years of age, when necessity forced him to provide for his own living. He was employed in his home neighborhood for two years and then, at the age of fourteen years, went to Dayton, Ohio, where he arrived with but thirty-five cents in his pocket. He was then apprenticed to a cabinetmaker and in due course of time, having mastered the business, became a journeyman cabinet-maker at the age of eighteen years. He labored diligently until he was recognized as an expert workman and he followed his trade continuously CENTENNIAL HISTORY OF COLUMBUS - 761 in Dayton until 1880, when thinking to find a more congenial and profitable field of labor, he engaged in the fire insurance business on his own account. For four years he was connected with that line in Dayton and succeeded in securing a good patronage there. In 1884 he removed to the capital city and in the years which have since intervened has become recognized as one of the most successful fire insurance men of this city. He represents the Central Manufacturers' Mutual Fire Insurance Company of Van Wert, Ohio, and altogether does business for fifteen companies. He is a director in the North American Mutual Fire Insurance Company of Mansfield, Ohio, and in the Akron Mutual Fire Insurance Company of Akron, Ohio, and in addition he represents the Merchants & Manufacturers' Fire Insurance Company of Mansfield, Ohio, the Columbiana Mutual, of Lisbon, Ohio, the Ohio Hardware Mutual Fire Insurance Company of Coshocton, the Retail Grocers' Mutual Fire Insurance Company, the Cincinnati Mutual Fire Insurance Company of Cincinnati, the Springfield Underwriters Mutual of Springfield, Ohio, the Ohio Underwriters Fire Insurance Company of Columbus, the American National Fire Insurance Company, the Cosmopolitan of New York, the New Amsterdam Casualty Company of New York, the Dayton Mutual Fire Insurance Company of Dayton, Ohio, and the Montgomery Mutual Fire Insurance Company of Dayton. Mr. Brock's business has shown a phenomenal growth and has doubled in its volume yearly. On the 12th of April, 1873, Mr. Brock was married to Miss Elizabeth Stetz, of Dayton, Ohio, and they have one son, W alter Richie, who was born May 12, 1887, and is now a bookkeeper in the Commercial National Bank. Mr. Brock is a member of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows, the Modern Woodmen and the Knights of Pythias and enjoys the esteem and regard of, his brethren of those fraternities. His business record is most creditable. No matter how much may be done in the way of giving a young man the advantages which are sought in the schools or come to him through inheritance, he must essentially formulate, develop and determine his own character and this is what Mr. Brock has done. No influence of birth or fortune favored him at the out set. He faced stern necessity at an early age and his understanding that hard and unremitting labor was to be his lot if he would succeed was followed by persistent effort, guided by sound judgment as his abilities were developed. His record should serve as a source of inspiration and encouragement to others, showing what may be accomplished if one but has the will to dare and to do. FREDERICK M. SAYRE. On the roster of county officials in Franklin county appears the name of Frederick M. Sayre, for he is now filling the position of auditor, and in the discharge of his duties evidences not only his capability but also his public-spirited citizenship. Born in West Jefferson, Madison county, Ohio, on the 10th of January, 1873, he is a son of William H. and Mary E. (Pavey) Sayre, both of whom were natives of Ohio. The father was a Methodist minister, devoting 762 - CENTENNIAL HISTORY OF COLUMBUS many years to that holy calling and his memory yet remains as a blessed benediction with those in whose lives his words of truth came as an inspiration for all that is good and ennobling. Frederick M. Sayre is indebted to the public-school system of Ohio for the educational privileges he enjoyed, advancing through successive grades until he became a high-school student. When his textbooks were laid aside he re moved to Columbus and accepted a position as accountant with the Pennsylvania Railroad, continuing for fourteen years in that service. Interested always in the political situation of the country and in the questions which through a division of opinion give rise to our political parties, he has become recognized as a leader in republican circles and in 1902 was elected a member of the city council as representative from the eleventh ward. His efficiency in control of municipal affairs led to his reelection in 1905, so that he served for two terms, or five years, one of the terms being an extended one. He was president pro tem of the council, and chairman of the finance committee and he exercised his official prerogative on many occasions to further the work of municipal development and upbuilding. On the 23d of September. 1907, he was appointed county auditor by the board of commissioners to fill out the unexpired term of W. C. Cussins, deceased, and was elected to the office at the November election of 1908. Mr. Sayre is a member of the Buckeye Republican Club and is interested in all that pertains to the growth of the party and the adoption of its principles, for he regards them as elements of good government. His social nature finds expression in his membership with the Masonic fraternity and the Home Guards of America. He was married on the 30th of April, 1906, to Miss. Lottie M. Ramey, a daughter of G. W. Ramey, of Port Colborne, Ontario. In Columbus and this part of the state he has many friends who justly esteem him for his sterling worth, for his high ideals of citizenship, and for his effective service in public office. ANDREW TIMBERMAN, A.B., M.D. Dr. Andrew Timberman, prominent as a representative of the medical fraternity, his ability enabling him to correctly solve the complex problems which continually confront the physician, was born in Hamilton, Ohio, May 10, 1864. His father, Andrew Timberman, a native of Tennessee, was born in 1806, and in 1812 became a resident of Butler county, Ohio, accompanying his father, Matthew Timberman, who became one of the pioneer settlers there and was identified with its early agricultural development. Andrew Timberman, Sr., continued to follow farming on the old homestead secured by his father, it being his place of residence for seventy-seven years. He died at the age of eighty-nine, while his wife passed away in May, 1908, at the age of eighty-two years. She bore. the maiden name of Elizabeth Flickinger, was born in Butler county, Ohio, in 1826 and was of German lineage. In the opening years of the century her father, Jacob Flickinger. went to Butler PAGE 763 - PICTURE OF DR. ANDREW TIMBERMAN PAGE 764 -BLANK CENTENNIAL HISTORY OF COLUMBUS - 765 county and was a respected and valued resident of that locality throughout his remaining days. His daughter Elizabeth became the wife of Andrew Timberman in 1844 and unto them were born ten children, five sons and five daughters, all of whom are yet living, the first death which occurred in the family being that of the father. Dr. Timberman pursued his education in the district schools and from 1881 until 1884 was a student in Otterbein University. The succeeding year was devoted to work upon the home farm and from 1885 until 1890 he engaged in teaching school. The following year he devoted to study in the University of Michigan, and in preparation for a professional career he matriculated in Miami Medical College of Cincinnati in 1891, and was graduated therefrom on the completion of the regular three years' course with the class of 1894, winning valedictorian honors. His scholarship foreshadowed the success which he has since achieved in practice. He was a resident physician and surgeon in the Cincinnati General Hospital in 1894-5, and thus added to his theoretical training the broad practical experience of. hospital practice. Dr. Timberman studied abroad, receiving instruction from eminent members of the profession in London, Berlin and Vienna, making a specialty of diseases of the eye, ear, nose and throat. In December, 1896, he located in Columbus, where he has since continuously engaged in active practice, and as a specialist in diseases of the eye, ear, nose and throat has gained much more than local distinction. In 1899 he was offered and accepted the chair of ophthalmology at the Ohio Medical University, and in 1900 he was elected president of the Columbus Academy of Medicine. His splendid access was recognized by Otterbein University, which in 1903, after one year of special study, conferred upon him the degree of Bachelor of Arts. He now occupies the chair of ophthalmology in Starling-Ohio Medical College. and is ophthalmic surgeon on the staff of the Protestant Hospital. Aside from his professional connections he is a director of the City National Bank and interested in a number of other commercial institutions. Dr. Timberman was married in June. 1895, to Miss Lelia Stanbery. a daughter of Hon. Elias Stanbery, of McConnelsville, Ohio, and unto them have been born four children: Katherine, Jean, Lelia and Elizabeth. Dr. and Mrs. Timberman hold membership in the Broad Street Presbyterian church in the work of which they are deeply and helpfully interested. Dr. Timberman is serving as one of the elders of the church, is a director of the Young Men's Christian Association, and does all in his power to promote the moral progress of the community. He belongs to Goodale Lodge, A. F. & A. M., and has also taken the degree of the Scottish Rite. In professional relations he is well known as a member of various societies, whereby his knowledge of the medical science and his efficiency in practice are being continually promoted. He belongs to the American Medical Association, the Mississippi Valley Medical Society, the Ohio State Medical Society and the Columbus Academy of Medicine. He is likewise connected with several organizations of specialists. In July. 1908, he was elected to membership in the American Ophthalmological Society, and belongs also to the American Otological Society, the American Academy of Medicine and the American Academy of 766 - CENTENNIAL HISTORY OF COLUMBUS Ophtholmology and Oto-Laryngology. His life has ever been honorable and upright, and he has held to high ideals of manhood in citizenship and in professional circles, so that no citizen of the community receives in larger measure or more justly deserves the respect and confidence of the general public. JOHN W. DOWLER. John W. Dowler, owning and operating a. well improved farm of one hundred and twenty-seven acres in Madison township, was born on the 5th of April, 1856, and acquired his education in the schools of Hocking. When seventeen years of age he first became connected with farming, which he has made his life work, tending his savings home to his father until he had attained his majority. He now owns the old Long homestead of one hundred and twenty-seven acres in Madison township and in the careful cultivation of the fields has gained a measure of prosperity that entitles him to representation among the substantial and enterprising agriculturists of the community. His success is all the more creditable by reason of the fact that it has been attained entirely through his own well-directed and untiring efforts, for he started out in life empty-handed. In 1881 Mr. Dowler was united in marriage to Miss Julia A. Long, whose birth occurred April 16, 1856. Their children are as follows: Mrs. Jennie L. Foor, Mary E., William E. L., Clara C., Julia M., Edna F. and Erden E. Politically Mr. Dowler is a stalwart democrat and has served as supervisor for one term. In religious faith he, is a Lutheran. His friends in the community are many and the fact that a large number have known him from his boyhood days to the present is an indication that his has been an honorable and upright career. FOREST E. NELSON. Forest E. Nelson, president of the F. E. Nelson Company, merchandise brokers, established business in 1895, while papers for incorporation were taken out in 1906. Through the processes of gradual development and progress Mr. Nelson has reached his present enviable place in commercial circles. He was born in Beallsville, Ohio, December 19, 1873, a son of Thomas G. Nelson, who was a photographer of this city. The grandfather. Thomas Nelson, Sr., was a pioneer resident of Monroe county, Ohio, and since that time the family has been represented in this state. The mother, who bore the maiden name of Elizabeth McNichols, was born in Beallsville, Ohio, and was a daughter of William McNichols, a tobacco manufacturer. No event of especial importance occurred to vary the routine of life for Forest E. Nelson in his boyhood and youth. His attention was devoted to the CENTENNIAL HISTORY OF COLUMBUS - 767 duties of the schoolroom, the pleasures of the playground and various tasks assigned by parental authority. His early education was acquired in the public schools of Woodsfield, Ohio, and he afterward attended the Ohio Wesleyan University at Delaware, Ohio. When his education was completed he turned his attention to merchandise brokerage business in Columbus, and has since continued in this field of activity. The company handles sugar, molasses, dried beans and fruit, and makes extensive sales and shipments, while the volume of their business insures them a gratifying income. In 1895 Mr. Nelson was united in marriage to Miss Elizabeth C. Israel, a native of Fairfield, Iowa., and a daughter of Noble Israel. Mr. and Mrs. Nelson have become parents of four children: Lawrence C., born in 1899; Robert A., born in 1901; Edward, born in 1905; and John, born in 1908. Mr. Nelson is a member of the Board of Trade and is interested not only in' its business operations. but in the efforts of the organization to promote the commercial development of the city. He belongs to the Ohio Club, and in Masonry has attained the thirty-second degree of the Scottish Rite, and also has become a member of the Mystic Shrine. While he has won success, he has not gained it at the sacrifice of all outside interests, but on the contrary has been interested in measures and movements for the public good, and is a most public spirited citizen. (RETURN TO THE TITLE PAGE)