150 - PORTRAIT AND BIOGRAPHICAL RECORD. which time she taught in New Philadelphia. In that city she taught her first term in the high school, and for five years was one of the noted educators of New Comerstown. Mrs. Judy was the daughter of Andrew and Celinda (Neighbour) Seaton, who were natives, respectively, of Boston, Mass., and New Jersey. The father died in 1841, aged forty years. He was a son of Andrew and Mary (Bowers) Seaton. the latter of whom lived to the remarkable age of eightysix. Mrs. Celinda Seaton, whose home is in New Philadelphia, is now in her eighty-seventh year. her father, Nicholas Neighbour, and her mother, who bore the maiden name of Sharp, were natives of New Jersey. By her first marriage she had two children, Mary and Lucy, the latter the wife of W. A. Vancil, a retired farmer, whose home is in Waverly, Ill. After the death of her first husband, Mrs. Seaton became the wife of Dr. R. Powelson, who died November 9, 1893, at the age of eighty-two years. They had one daughter, Elizabeth, who is the wife of I). C. Gentsch, a medical examiner in the pension office at Washington, D. C. Grandfather Andrew Seaton was born in the state of New Hampshire, as was also his wife, but the name of the town is not known. He lived for many years at a place called Hancock, that state, where he conducted a large mercantile business. He also spent some time engaged in business at Amherst, from which city he removed to the vicinity of Boston, and finally to the Hub City. He was at one time the proprietor of the Neponset Hotel, at Neponset, •ass., and also lived at one time in Charlestown, that state. Here moved with his wife and family to Ohio in the year 1818, settling in Medina Township, where his two eldest sons, Andrew and Read, had preceded him, and where he continued to reside until the time of his decease, which occurred in 1826, aged sixty-three years. Mrs. Mary S. Judy is the owner of some very interesting relics of the last century or two. One of these trophies is a translation of the Bible into German, accompanied by numerous comments of the translator, the celebrated Martin Luther- This invaluable work is twice the size of a large encyclopedia, and would be a prize eagerly sought for by public museums or private collectors. At the time of Mr. Judy's death, which occurred in May, 1880, he left a valuable estate and his family well provided for.   PETER EICHEL is one of the wealthy and influential citizens of Tuscarawas County. Though for many years he has been engaged in agricultural pursuits, he is now living a retired life, nn the enjoyment of the results of his former toil. For the past five years his home has. been at No. 231 East Ray Street in New Philadelphia. The birth of our subject occurred in Rheinpfalz, Bavaria, Germany, December 26, 1832. His parents, George and Margaret (Lutz) Eichel, were also natives of the same province, and there passed their entire lives. George Eichel was formerly married to Miss Weaver, by whom he had two sods: George, now engaged In farming in Warwick Township; and Frederick, since deceased. Our subject is the only child of George Eichel's second unnon, and his mother died in 1850, at the age of forty-six years. His paternal grandfather was killed during his service in the German army in the War of 1814, being then in his forty-sixth year. The early years of Peter Eichel were passed under the parental roof, and there he continued to dwell until his mother's death. When he was eighteen years of age he concluded to emigrate to the United States, and on his arrival in New York City, in 1851, he resided there for a short time. From there he proceeded to Lancaster, Erie County, N. Y., and for two year was employed in a chair factory. At the end of that time he came to this county, this being in 1853, and for the past forty-one years he has continued to live within its boundaries. For the first year after coming here he worked on the Pan Handle Railroad between Gnadenhutten and Uhrichsville, and then for a similar length of time hired out as a farm hand. In 1855 Mr. Eichel embarked in agricultural PORTRAIT AND BIOGRAPHICAL RECORD - 151 pursuits, as by thrift and industry he had managed to lay aside a sum sufficient to purchase a farm of thirty-seven acres. This place, which he cultivated and improved for nine years, was situated in Warwick Township. Finding a favorable opportunity to sell the farm, he did so, and invested the proceeds in a place comprising one hundred acres, located in the same township. This homestead he still owns, and for fifteen years he resided upon the place. For the succeeding eight years he was employed in running a saloon in New Philadelphia. Then he sold out his interest and removed to the homestead where he now resides. From time to time Mr. Eichel has invested in good farm land, and is now the owner of the following pieces of property: one hundred and thirty acres in one farm, another tract of sixty acres, and another of forty acres, all situated in Warwick Township. In 1854 Mr. Eichel was united in marriage with Margaret Lehr, who is also a native of Bavaria, and was born September 21, 1833. She is a daughter of John and Elizabeth K. (Brunk) Lehr, who emigrated to this county at an early day, and. passed the remainder of their. lives in this county. Mr. Lehr died in 1871, aged sixty-five years. His wife survived him some time, dying in 1886, when in her eighty-third year. They were the parents of two children: Jacob, now deceased; and Margaret, Mrs. Eichel. Nine children came to bless the union of Peter Eichel and wife. In the order of their birth they are as follows: Henry, who is a resident of Warwick Township; Lavina, wife of Charles Steinbauck, a shoemaker of New Philadelphia; Frederick, a farmer of Warwick Township; Francis, deceased; Reuben, who is engaged in the hardware business at Trenton, Ohio; Ludwig P., of Warwick Township; Edward, of Tuscarawas City, and twin to a sister who died in infancy; and Victor Francis, who is employed in the Tool Manufacturing Company of Cleveland. In their early years Mr. and Mrs. Eichel received fair educational advantages in the Fatherland, and it has been one of their ambitions in life to afford their children the best facilities in this direction. They are members of the Lutheran Church, and. highly respected by all who know them. To all worthy enterprises which promise to benefit the locality in which they dwell they have freely donated of their means, and have used their influence in the promotion of the public good. In. politics Mr. Eichel votes with the Democratic party. JOHN M. AMOS, a prominent journalist of southern Ohio, has been connected with journalism, as one of the editors and proprietors of the Caldwell Press and of the Cambridge Jeffersonian, since 1872. During his career as a newspaper man, he has been a persistent .advocate of the rights of the common people and purity in politics; opposing every form of special privilege and class legislation, by which certain citizens are given an advantage over others. His home has been located at Cambridge since January, 1886, and here he expects to be a permanent resident. He and his sons are endeavoring to make the Jeffersonian a potent factor in the development of the resources and natural advantages of this city and county, and, in short. a power for good. J. M. Amos was born near St. Clairsville, Ohio, August 20, 1839, and in 1848 removed with his parents, James G. and Jane (Gillespie) Amos, to a point :near Summerfield, Noble County, this state. There he aided in clearing a new farm, and after completing the course of study prescribed by the common schools, entered Ontario Academy, and still later Allegheny College, from which he holds a diploma as Master of Arts. For the next twelve years his time was employed in teaching, both in the public and high schools. He then took up the study of law, and after becoming familiar with its precepts engaged in practice for about ten years, since which time his field of work has been that of journalism. His ancestors were of the good old Scotch-Irish stock, and members of the family have been noted for the prominent place they have occupied in the annals of this country. Both of the grandfathers of Mr. Amos were soldiers in the War of 1812, and two of his brothers offered up 152 - PORTRAIT AND BIOGRAPHICAL RECORD. their lives on the altar of liberty, dying from the results of their services in the Union army in the late war. On Christmas Day, 1862, Mr. Amos married Elizabeth Franklin, eldest daughter of James McClintock, who resided near Summerfield, Noble County. To Mr. and Mrs. Amos were born six children, one of whom, a daughter, died in infancy, while the others lived to maturity- The eldest, James Ernest, died February 22, 1891, and the two next, Thomas E. and Herbert E., are partners with their father in the printing and publishing business, while the youngest, John Wiley, is a farmer near Summerfield, Noble County. The only surviving daughter, Kate, is the wife of Rev. C. E. Barker, of Hastings, Minn. In 1873 the mother of these children died, and in 1875 Mr. Amos married his present wife, who was Miss Mary E. Waller, of this. county. They have two sons, Henry W. and Frank B., who are both attending school. In politics Mr. Amos is a Democrat, as were his father and grandfathers before him. He reveres Thomas Jefferson as the greatest advocate of the rights of a free people that the world has produced. A friend to education, he favors advanced ideas and methods in the public schools, in whose importance and value to the state and to civilization he has most unswerving faith. Fraternally he is a Knight-Templar Mason and a member of the Boston Institute of Civics. For more than twenty years he has been Superintendent of a Sunday-school, and is a member of the Baptist Church of this city, in which he is an active worker. JAMES A. McCOLLAM, M. D., one of the enterprising young physicians of Uhrichsville, is a native of this place. Though he has been engaged in active practice for scarcely four years, he has succeeded beyond his expectations, and is rapidly forging his way to the front ranks of the local medical fraternity. He is identified with the Tuscarawas County Medical Association, and in every possible manner aims to keep abreast with the times by study and research. The parents of the Doctor are William and Caroline (Warfel) McCollam, the former a native of Harrison County, Ohio, and the latter of Uhrichsville. The father in his early manhood followed the carpenter's trade, but of late years has been engaged in the undertaking business. He is one of the old and respected residents of this city, where he .located in 1849. and has since made his home. He was first married to Margaret Warfel, a sister of his present wife, and by that union three children were born: Esther, Mrs. George' W. La. porte, of this city; Samuel, deceased; and William L., also a resident of this city. After the death of his first wife, William McCollam wedded Caroline Warfel, by whom he has had four children: John T., who is managing the livery department of the business; James A., the subject of this history: Edward A., bookkeeper for the firm of McCollam & Sons; and Caroline, living at home. The birth of Dr. McCollam occurred December 11, 1868, and his elementary education. was such as was afforded by the public schools of Uhrichsville. In 1887 he took up the study of medicine under the direction of Dr. S. R Thompson, and in the fall of the following year entered Starling Medical College. From that institution he was graduated in March, 1890, and at once entered upon active practice in his native town. Here he has continued to labor uninterruptedly, with the sole exception of some six weeks in the spring of 1893, when he went to New York City for the purpose of taking a post-graduate course in a medical college. On both sides of the family the Doctor comes from a worthy line of ancestors, who have long been connected with the history and development of this city and vicinity, and members of both families have been residents of the town since it was in its infancy. May 7, 1890, Dr. McCollam was married to Miss Oella, daughter of Joseph D. and Jane (Walker) Vincent, natives of Coshocton County, who were the parents of nine children: Oliver, who resides in Dennison, Ohio; Annie, living at home; one son who died in infancy; Leonard and Thomas, who reside in Coshocton County; Levi, whose home is PORTRAIT AND BIOGRAPHICAL RECORD - 153 in this city; Sadie, Mrs. Samuel Kitchen, of Coshocton County; Oella, wife of our subject; and Arnie, whose home is in Uhrichsville. To our subject and wife have been born two children: Ethel M. and Mary K. In his political relations our subject is a Republican, but has never been an aspirant for official honors. He is a member of the Board of Health, and at this writing is serving as its President. Fraternally he is identified with the Knights of the Maccabees. He and his estimable wife are members of the Church of Christ and prominent workers in all its fields of usefulness. The Doctor is one of the Elders, and for about three years has been President of the Uhrichsville and Dennison Christian Endeavor Union, and is at present President of the society in his local church- JOHN P. BARTLES was one of the pioneers in the manufacture of carriages and wagons in Tuscarawas County, and was engaged in this business at New Philadelphia for upwards of forty-five years. For the past three years he has been living retired, enjoying a well earned rest, surrounded by many of the comforts and luxuries of life, with which his former years of toil have provided him and his family. Mr. Bartles is a native of New Jersey, his birth having occurred September 19, 1818, in Hunterdon County. His father, Frederick Bartles, was likewise a native of New Jersey, and was of German descent. The paternal great-grandfather, a native of Hamburg, Germany, came to the United States when he was about twenty years of age, and passed the remainder of his life in New Jersey where his son Andrew, and grandson Frederick, were born Andrew Battles was .a farmer near New Germantown, where his demise occurred at the age of seventy-five years. His children were as follows: Frederick, Henry, Charles, Joseph, Sallie, Eliza and Phoebe, all now deceased. Frederick Bartles was a carpenter by trade, but at times engaged in other pursuits. He enlisted in the War of 1812, but was not called into action. On coming to Ohio, he made a settlement in Licking County, from where he removed to St. Louis, where his death occurred- Our subject's mother, whose maiden name was Elizabeth Williams, was a native of New Jersey, and daughter of Thomas and Rhoda Williams. Mrs. Bartles died in New Germantown when our subject was a lad of about twelve years. Her son Thomas resides in New Philadelphia; a daughter, Catherine, is still making her home in New Jersey; and Andrew is deceased. The boyhood of John P. Bartles was passed in New Germantown, where he studied in the common schools. When he arrived at suitable years, he commenced serving an apprenticeship to a carriage-maker. and followed this trade as a means of obtaining a livelihood during his active business career. In 1846 he came to New Philadelphia and opened a shop where his residence now stands. He established the first carriage and wagon factory in this locality, and made a success of his enterprise-. Of late years the concentration of work in large city factories, where wages are at a low scale, forced our subject to give up manufacturing, though he had previously acquired a good fortune, amply sufficient for his future needs. In New Germantown, Mr. Bartles was married, January 27, 1844, to Miss Caroline, daughter of Abram and Mary (Sharp) Sharp, who were of German ancestry, but natives of New Jersey. The following children were born to Mr. and Mrs. Bartles: Mary, William, Charles, Ida and Helen. Charles, the only surviving member of the family, married Martha R. Blickenstaffer, by whom he has had the following children: Edna, Helen, Charles, Leroy, Josephine (deceased), Caroline E. and Alice A. Charles Bartles and family are now making their home under time parental roof. In former years Mr. Bartles was a Democrat, but since President Pierce's administration he has been identified with the Republican party, as is also his son. Both Mr. and Mrs. Bartles are valued members of the Lutheran Church, and to the same denomination Charles Bartles and wife also belong. Fraternally Charles is connected with the Masonic order. January 27, 1894,, Mr. Bartles, Sr., and his 154 - PORTRAIT AND BIOGRAPHICAL RECORD. wife, surrounded by their kindred and many friends, celebrated their golden wedding. They have always been benevolent and ready to lend a helping hand to those in need, and to the fullest degree merit the friendship and love which are freely bestowed upon them by the citizens of this county. WILLIAM WALLACE, one of the old landmarks and prominent citizens of Goshen Township, Tuscarawas County, is the owner of an extensive and valuable farm, where he has made his abode for several 'years. He is a supporter of the Republican party, and has held various township positions, among them being that of Assessor and Trustee. Mr. Wallace, who bears an enviable reputation among. those who know him best, is a man of high character and undoubted integrity, and it thus affords us great pleasure to place his history among others of the worthy settlers and residents of this county. The birth of our subject occurred in Mifflin County, Pa., :January 29, 1822. His parents were David and Jane (Burkley) Wallace. The former was born in Belfast, County Antrim, Ireland: March 12, 1777. He emigrated to the United States in 1810, and located near Lewistown, Mifflin County, Pa., where he resided for nine years, and then returned to his native land. There he was married to our subject's mother, and soon afterward set out for the Keystone State once more. He had learned the shoemaker's trade in Ireland, and followed it as a means of livelihood when settling in Lewistown. His father, William W., was a native of Scotland, and became a resident of Ireland during religious troubles in his own country. David Wallace died July 6, 1874. at the home of his sou in Goshen Township. He had come to Ohio in 1827, locating near Wooster, Wayne County, where he lived for a time; then went to Harrison County, and from there he came to this county in 1837. his wife departed this life August 31. 1870. She was a member of the Church of England, while her husband was a Presbyterian in religious faith. Their nine children were all living up to the time of their parents' demise. Mary M. is Mrs. Walters, of Stone Creek.; Ann P., deceased, was the twin of Mary, and married William Waddington, who is also deceased; William is the next in order of birth; Sarah Jane married Daniel Stuffier; and the others are John, James, David C., Joseph, and Catherine, the wife of Joseph Liston, of Michigan. The early years of William Wallace were passed quietly at the home of his parents, much of his time being spent in the schools of the neighborhood. He left home when about twenty-two years of age, and found employment as a clerk in a store at Bedford. In a short time he abandoned this pursuit, finding it not to his taste, and leased a farm in this county. The place, which he afterward bought, was situated in this township. Finding a purchaser on .good terms, he sold the place and bought the farm where he now has his home. However, he disposed of this homestead to a Mr. Waddington about 1850, and became the owner of a farm near the infirmary, where he lived for ten years. After selling that place he repurchased the old homestead he had formerly owned, and on which he now lives. His property comprises four hundred acres in two farms, one of which his son Burkley now operates. When favorable opportunities presented themselves, Mr. Wallace invested large sums of money in lands situated in Kansas and Indiana, and these he afterward sold at a good price. As a farmer Mr. Wallace has been very successful, and has made a particnlar point of raising live stock. He has been prosperous in his undertaking of ransing sheep, and has realized a good income from this source alone. In 1871 he visited Europe, and .greatly enjoyed meeting relatives and going to various points of interest. However, he returned home with a greater feeling of satisfaction over his own fair land and the institutions of the United States. At Beaver Dam, Ohio, Mr. Wallace was married, October 22, 1846, to Susan, daughter of David and Sarah (Bowers) Kniseley. The latter were among the earliest settlers of this section of the county, PORTRAIT AND BIOGRAPHICAL RECORD - 155 and John Kniseley, grandfather of Mrs. Wallace, laid out the town of New Philadelphia. They came hither from Bedford County, Pa., and here resided until called from their labors by death. The demise.of David Kniseley occnrred September 4, 1877, and his wife died July 9, 1889, at the home of her daughter Sarah. Ten children came to bless the union of our subject and wife. They are as follows: John B.; Sabina M., deceased, who was formerly the wife of • Oliver Junkins; David F., Who lives in Kansas City, Mo.; Isaac B-, a resident of Independence, Kan.; William 0., also of Independence; Jennie, wife of Charles Klein, of Cleveland, Ohio; James L., who lives at home; Charles IL, a resident of Cleveland; Carrie E-, Mrs. Henry Lehman, de-'ceased; and Edwin K., who died in September, 1870, aged two years and nine months. The death of Mrs. Lehman occurred April 13, 1886. Religiously, Mr. and Mrs. Wallace are identified with the Lutheran Church. The former supports the Republican party by his ballot, and uses his means and influence in the promotion of the welfare of the public. ALLWARD P. GRIEST. This pleasant and accommodating gentleman and excellent business man holds the responsible position of Auditor of the Cleveland & Marietta Railway Company. He is ever wide awake to the interests of his community as a resident of Cambridge, and being a gentleman well and favorably known, we are pleased to present him in this volume. Allward P. Griest was born in Quaker City December 11, 1852, and is the son. of Milton and Nancy (Bair) Griest. natives of Lancaster County, Pa., and Belmont County, this state, respectively. The father came when a young man to this state, and thereafter followed the business of a wagon-maker, which trade he had learned under the instruction of his father, William Griest, also born in Lancaster County. The family were Quakers in religion, and were classed among the influential and leading members of that sect. The father of our subject was twice married, his first union being with Mary Six, by whom he became the father of two children: Mary, now deceased; and Thomas, a well-to-do farmer living in Oxford Township, Guernsey County, this state. His marriage with Miss Bair was productive of six children, of whom Allward P. was the eldest. Milton A. is engaged in farming near Quaker City; Sanora C. married James Hoover, a blacksmith of Zaleski, Ohio; Addie M., now Mrs- Mack C. Hartley, is a resident of Quaker City, where Etta, the wife of William McBurney, is also a resident. The husband and father died in January, 1867, and was followed to the better land by his good wife, who passed away iu February, 1879. The original of this sketch was given good opportunities for obtaining an education, and availing himself of them became well informed on all subjects of importance. He attended the schools of Pittsburg, Pa., and on completing his literary education took a course in Duff's Commercial College, from which he was graduated in 1873. In October, 1875, he became bookkeeper for J. R. Hunt & Co., in Baltimore. Md., remaining with the firm for four years. Previous to this, however, he had clerked for a time in a general store in Quaker City. After leaving Maryland our subject returned to Ohio, and was engaged by the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad as agent, being located first at Quaker City, afterward at Plymouth, Shawnee and Zanesville. He showed himself to be capable of each and every position, and gave the company entire satisfaction. In January,1887, he was given a position in the Auditor's office of the Cleveland & Marietta Railway Company as clerk, and in March, 189:3, was appointed Auditor, which position he is filling in a very efficient manner. He is keen-witted, and is able at a glance to place a correct valuation upon men and things. he is held in high esteem by his fellow-citizens, and is consulted upon niany affairs of importance, whether of a public or private nature. Allward P. Griest and Miss Arabella Moore were 156 - PORTRAIT AND BIOGRAPHICAL RECORD. united in marriage at Quaker City, August 27, 1877. This lady was the daughter of Thomas and Sarah (Anderson) Moore, natives of Virginia. Thomas Moore died in Junc, 1888, at Quaker City, at the age of eighty. Mrs. Moore is yet living in Quaker City and is now about eighty-five years of age. To our subject and his wife have been born five children, named, respectively, Euclid, Eugene, Roxy Ethel, Katie Lelia, Milton Moore and Helen Anabelle. As a true citizen should, Mr. Griest is interested in politics and is a stanch adherent of Democratic principles. Socially lne is a. Mason of high standing, belonging to Lodge No. 66 at Cambridge. JOHN S. PROUSE. Probably no man in Guernsey County is better known or more public spirited than the gentleman whose name opens this sketch, and who is filling the important position of Superintendent of the Children's Home. He received this appointment October 1, 1887. The great-grandfather of our subject, who bore the name of Michael Promise, was of German descent, and lived to the remarkable age of one hundred and four years, dying in Wayne County, Ohio. His son, William, was a native of Pennsylvania, and reared a family of eight children, one having died in infancy. Philip, the father of our subject, who was the second child of the household, was a cabinet-maker by trade, following this business in Stark County until 1866, when he moved to Bloomville, Seneca County, where he is living at the present time. He stands high in the community as one of its oldest citizens. The original of this sketch was born at Pekin, this state, January 17, 1846, but received his education in the common schools of Waynesburg. he was given a certificate to teach in 1863, but did not follow that profession very long, when, fired with the spirit of patriotism, lne enlisted in the Union service, joining Company I, One Hundred and Sixty-second Ohio Infantry, in the hundred-days service. This time was spent with his regiment in Kentucky, where they were placed on guard duty. At the expiration of his term of enlistment, young Prouse returned to Waynesburg and engaged in shipping produce to the larger cities. He found this to he a very profitable business, and continued to engage in it at Waynesburg until his removal to Canal Dover in 1872. He remained in that city for four years, and in the spring of 1876 took up his abode in Cambridge, where he built up a tine business as a dealer in produce, and was classed among the representative and substantial business men of the city. As before stated, he was appointed to his present position in 1887, and in order to give his undivided attention to the work, he disposed of his other interests and devotes himself entirely to the superintendency of the Children's Home. Mr. Prouse was married, December 18, 1880,. to Miss Metta Morledge. Our snbject is a gentleman of affable manners and pleasing disposition, and has a host of friends in the county in which he has made his home for so many years. He is a Thirty-second Degree Mason, and Knight Templar in social affairs, and in the Odd Fellows' order has filled nearly all the chairs, and was Master of Cambridge Lodge longer than any other man who had been, elected to fill that office. In early life a member of the Christian Church, he is now identified with the Methodist Episcopal denomination of this place, in the workings of which he takes an active part. He is a stanch Republican in politics, and is very influential in its ranks. MILTON E. GALLUP, of Cambridge, has been manager of the Park Hotel since January, 1893. This is one of the best conducted and most home-like hostelries to be found in this section, and the traveler enters its hospitable doors with pleasure and departs with regret. In 1880 Mr. Gallup was elected to the position of Constable, and later was appointed Deputy PORTRAIT AND BIOGRAPHICAL RECORD - 157 Sheriff and Deputy-Marshal. He is a good Republican, and while in office discharged such duties as fell upon his shoulders in a capable and efficient manner. Joseph Gallup, born in Maryland in 1778, was the first of the name to come to this state. In 1820 he located in Millwood Township, having brought with him his wife and two children. In Maryland he had kept a hotel, but now he gave himself entirely to farming. His father was a soldier of the Revolution and a citizen of Connecticut, but after the war drifted to Maryland: To Joseph Gallup and wife were born the following children: Martha, who married a Mr. Howly,and died in Peoria, Ill., in 1863; George D., whose home is in Cambridge; John S., Jr., a carpenter of this city; and Olin R., who is also a carpenter, and who resides in Council Bluffs, Iowa. John S. Gallup, the father of our subject, was born September 27, 1820, and devoted himself to carpentering, which he has followed from his early manhood. December 13, 1842, he married Lydia Williams, and of their union seven children were born, as follows: Amanda, Mrs- Elmer Blackson; Milton E.; Emma; Harriet; Mrs. Amos Luster, of Allegheny County, Pa.; Sarah, the wife of Samuel Hutchinson, of Pittsburg, Pa.; Joseph, a resident of Homestead, Pa.; and Fremont, a carpenter and a resident of this city. The maternal grandfather of John S. Gallup was a resident of Baltimore during the Revolution and was employed in a saddler's shop. Milton E. Gallup was born in Cambridge, September 21, 1850, and received a public-school education in this city. His first independent effort was in selling pies and pastry to the soldiers during the war, and he also carried mail and conveyed soldiers who were home on a furlough to their destinations. In 1865 he began purchasing farm produce, which he carried in a wagon to be shipped to different points. In 1872 he began working at the carpenter's trade and was thus employed for the next eight years. June 10, 1876, Milton Gallup .married Lyda J. Morrison, born in Noble County, Ohio, in 1853, and a daughter of .John and' Caroline (Penrose) Morrison. Five children, two sons and three daughters, were born to Mr. and Mrs. Gallup. viz.: Ruth, who is at home; Fred, who was drowned .June 30, 1892; Mallie, who also lives with her parents; Joseph, who died in 1885; and Helen. The parents are members of the Baptist Church, and take commendable interest in its various activities. Fraternally Mr. Gallup is a member of Cambridge Circle No. 159, P. H. C. LEWIS MILLER has for more than a quarter of a century made his home in Cambridge, and has the distinction of being the oldest established barber in the place. Though a native of Germany, he fought for the liberty of his adopted land during the Civil War, and has always been a true patriot. He helped to organize Cambridge Post No. 343, G. A. R., and in 1867 became a member of the Odd Fellows' society. As a Mason he is a member of Blue Lodge. No. 66 and Chapter 54, A. F. & A. M. The parents of our subject were Gottfried and Maria Miller. The father was a weaver by trade, which calling he followed in his native land. His son-in-law, Gottlob Urban, had come to the United States in 1849, and, following his example, Gottfried. Miller decided to make his permanent abode in the United States, and accordingly landed in Guernsey County in 1854. The following children were born to him: Hannah, Mrs. Urban, who died in 1855; Mina, widow of Jacob Volz, of this county; Fredericka, wife of Joseph Konyversey, a Hungarian, now living in Iowa; Charles, of this county: Lewis, whose name heads this sketch; and Caroline. who became the second wife of Gottlob Urban. The father of this family died March 16, 1873, and his wife has also been called to her final rest. Lewis Miller's birth occurred December 22, 1842, in Saxony, Germany. He was twelve years of age when, with his parents, he crossed the Atlantic, and up to the war he engaged in farming and also to some extent in mining coal. May 10, 158 - PORTRAIT AND BIOGRAPHICAL RECORD. 1862, he enlisted in Company A, Eighty-fifth Ohio Infantry, for three months' service, and followed Morgan through Kentucky. After his discharge he re-enlisted in Company B4 First Ohio Cavalry, at the time the regiment veteranized. He was finally mustered out of the army September 16, 1865, at Columbus, Ohio. He served throughout the Georgia campaign and was in the battles of Decatur, Ala., Resaca and Kenesaw Mountain. For a year or more after leaving the army Mr. Miller lived in Wheeling, W. Va., where he followed the business he had picked up while in the service, that of a barber. In the latter part of 1866 he came to this place, which has since been his home. he has long numbered among his regular customers many of the best citizens, as he was the first white man to engage in the trade in this locality. In politics he uses his ballot in favor of Democratic nominees. April 9, 1868, Mr. Miller married Elmina Hoy, and of their union have been born two children, a son and daughter, namely: William E., whose birth occurred May 10, 1869; and Anna M., who is now the wife of Howard Baxter, of Cambridge. EDWIN R. McCOLLUM, one of the enterprising and successful business men of Cambridge, is a native of this city. For several years he has been in partnership with H. F. McDonald, in the furniture and undertaking business, and takes an active part in whatever is calculated to benefit this neighborhood, in whose welfare he is greatly interested. The parents of Edwin R., Ezekiel and Sarah R. (Hutchinsou) McColl um, are also natives of Guernsey County, and esteemed inhabitants thereof. Their family comprised the following children: Laura, who is now the wife of Hugh Reed,a farmer of this vicinity: our subject; Dora, who is deceased; Andrew J., a traveling man, whose home is in Cambridge; Charles, who is clerking in this place; Abbie, a pupil in the high school; Ezekiel, a blacksmith by trade; and Lulu, who is deceased. The father of our subject was born February 1, 1832, in Madison Township, his parents being Jasper and Sarah (McPeek) McCollum. The latter were natives of New Jersey and Pennsylvania, respectively. Jasper McCollum was an early settler and farmer of this county, to which he came with his father, Paul, whose death occurred in 1832. Seven children of Jasper McCollum and wife are still living. Charles is a farmer of Gentry, Mo.; Ezekiel is next in order; Elizabeth is the wife of Dennison Tetrick, of this county; Jane is Mrs. Samuel Mardis, of Granville, Ohio; James Madison, who served through the entire war, and was confined in Libby Prison for about nine months, is a farmer near New Comerstown; Isaac is farming in Gentry County, Mo.; .and Hannah is the wife of Isaiah Forney, of Belle Plaine, Kan. One of the family, the Rev. Paul McCollum, was a minister in the Baptist denomination for thirty-nine years, and at the time of his death; which occurred in December, 1894, in Trenton, Mo., he was sixty-six years, ten months and twenty days old. Another brother, Richard, who was formerly engaged in farming in this county, died near New Comerstown about 1880; and a sister, Sophia, wife of. Benjamin Osborn., died in Henry County, Iowa, in 1893. Two others died in infancy. At the age of thirty years, Ezekiel McCollum turned his attention to blacksmithing, though up to that time he had been engaged in agricultural pursuits. For many years he has been known as one of the most reliable men in his department of work in the county. With his wife and other members of his family, he holds membership with the Baptist Church. His first vote was cast for John C. Fremont, and for years he was an ardent Republican. Being a strong advocate of temperance, he has for a number of years been one of the local leaders in the Prohibition party. A gentleman well posted on the current events of the day, he is pleasant and genial as a conversationalist and companion, and enjoys the friendship of all who know him. The birth of our subject occurred January 28, PORTRAIT AND BIOGRAPHICAL RECORD - 159 1860. He was reared to manhood in this, the city of his birth, and after acquiring a fair common-school education, entered the News oflicc as an apprentice to the .printer's trade. Subsequently he was given the position of foreman in the office, when Maj. J. K. Brown, of Columbus, was editor. His next venture was in the grocery business, as a shipping and bill clerk for W. B. Cosgrave Co., for three years. For the following seven years he was engaged in running a retail business for himself, after which he became a member of the present firm of McDonald & McCollum. October 13, 1884, our subject married Odessa, daughter of Alonzo and Gertrude Sibley, now of Springfield, Mo. Four children, a daughter and three sons, have come to bless their home, and are named Fred L., Mabel, Rodney E. and Donald. Like his father, Mr. McCollum is an enthusiastic Prohibitionist, and has been such since 1882. He is also a member of the Baptist Church, with which his parents are identified. Fraternally lne belongs to the Independent Order of Odd Fellows. He is a young man of good habits, and active in promoting the welfare of the majority. WILLIAM W. SCOTT, one of the native sons of Canal Dover, is now editor and proprietor of the Iron Valley Reporter. He assumed the management of the paper in the year 1878, though for a long time previously he had contributed much to the growth and importance of the paper by frequent articles which displayed his patriotism, concern in local affairs, and wide and varied knowledge on many subjects of current interest. The Iron Valley Reporter has become a recognized power for good in the community, and is ably edited. The office of the journal is literally an "old curiosity shop," as its walls are decked with innumerable rare specimens of metals, war trophies, weapons and geological and archeological specimens. Year by year this collection has been growing apace, and is attracting much notice. The gentleman whose name heads this article is a son of Samuel and Mary R. (Burchfield) Scott, the former of whom was a native of New York, while the latter was born in Ohio. The birth of our subject occurred in March, 1838, and his boyhood was passed under parental roof. IIe acquired a fair common-school education, and was early noted for his ability as a reader and composition writer. When twelve years of age he was selected to read the Declaration of Independence at the town 4th of July celebration, which took place in the grove where the high school now stands. Those present aver that he did most creditably for one of his years. Though for most pupils composition day had its horrors, it was not the case with him, and in addition to' writing his own essays he was frequently of valuable assistance to his class mates on their themes. Thus early in life there waiumanifested in him the capacity for authorship, which has been a marked trait in later years. In 1853 Mr. Scott entered the employ of John H. Baer in the drug business, and later worked for John G. Coates. From 1856 to 1858 he learned the printing business with V. Porter Wilson, on the Iron Valley Times, and contributed numerous articles to the paper. During the winters of 1858-59-60, he taught school at Pleasant Hill, near Blicktown, two miles south of this place. His discipline was so good that he never needed to chastise a pupil. The spelling-schools conducted by him were always crowded, people coining from miles around. In the winter of 1861 he commenced a term of school, but after teaching for twelve days resigned in order to enlist as a private in Company G, Sixteenth Ohio Infantry. He went to th front where he remained until March, 1863, when he was discharged for disability at Young's Point. La. He arrived at home in April, and in the following June Dr. B. Cloak, surgeon in charge of Dennison United States Army General Hospital, wrote for him to come and lend his assistance in the drug department. he responded, and was mustered into the Twelfth Regiment of regulars, was appointed Hospital Steward by Surgeon-Gen- 160 - PORTRAIT AND BIOGRAPHICAL RECORD. eral Hammond, and was placed in charge of the drug department of Dennison Hospital, near Cincinnati, the largest in the service. Afterward he had the commissary and all other departments under his supervision. In the fall of 1865 he assisted in the sale of Government property, and after closing and forwarding the records to Washington, D. C., was mustered out of the service on his own application, in the latter part of December, 1865. Mr. Scott returned home in January, 1866, and took up his former occupations. In 1867 he engaged in the drug business with Robert Figley, who a year later sold out his share to George W. Crites. For several years the business was successfully conducted under the firm name of Scott & Crites. In October, 1867, our subject was appointed express agent at Canal Dover, in which position he continued for eleven years. During eight and a-half years of this time he was also route agent, and had a number of messengers and employes under his jurisdiction. October 1. 1868, Mr. Scott was married to Miss Darley Brister. Five children have been born of their union, two sons and three daughters. Will B., Edith B., Walter and Mildred are still living. Their daughter Mary died in infancy. REV. MANUEL E. KEMPER, pastor of the Moravian Church at Canal Dover, was born January 24, 1857, at Silver Lake, Ind., and is thus in the prime of a stalwart manhood. He has devoted his life to the salvation of others, and in his chosen field has been greatly prospered. In all things he proves that his desire is not "to be seen of men," or win their approbation, but to earn the consciousness of discharging the ordinary duties of life in an upright manner. Not only is he highly esteemed by those of his own church. but his name is the synonym for integrity and probity wherever known. The parents of our subject, William A. and Nancy (Leckrone) Kemper, were natives,. respectively, of Virginia and Ohio. The father, who was a farmer by occupation, located in Indiana in the year 1853, removing there from Licking County, this state, which section had been his home for many 'years. He was the proprietor of a good estate, in the cultivation of which he was More than ordinarily successful. To Mr. and Mrs. William A. Kemper there was granted a family of nine children, of whom those living are: Elizabeth, the wife of George Ellenberger, who resides in Silver Lake, Ind.; Manuel E., of this sketch, the next in order of birth; Melissa, at home; Levi, following the occupation of a miller; Francis Marion, pastor of the Methodist Episcopal Church in Marion, Ind.; and Llewellyn, a teacher in the home schools. Those deceased are Joseph, who died at Silver Lake, Ind., in 1887, and who taught school. for fifteen years; John W., who passed away in that place in 1872; and Susanna, who also died in that year. The Kemper family is of English origin, the grandmother of our subject being a relative of England's greatest man, and also bearing the same name, Gladstone. The first representative came to America in Colonial times, locating in Virginia. The subject of this sketch acquired his primary education in the common schools of the Hoosier State, after which he attended a branch of the college at Valparaiso. Deciding to follow the ministry, he went to Bethlehem, Pa., where he entered the theological seminary and took a thorough course. He made a special study of the faith and doctrine of the Moravian Church, and became a member of that body in 1885. Two years later, when graduating, he entered upon the ministry at York, Pa., remaining in charge of the congregation there until his removal to Canal Dover, eighteen months later. The congregation was organized in 1844, by Rev. Louis Campman, and now includes a membership of about one hundred. They celebrated their semi-centennial jubilee in 1894. While in Pennsylvania Rev. Mr. Kemper met the lady who afterward became his wife, their union being solemnized June 12, 1881. Prior to her marriage she was known as Miss Ellen A. Schultz, daughter of Dr. C. F. and Amanda (Tool) PORTRAIT AND BIOGRAPHICAL RECORD - 161 Schultz, the former a prominent physician of Emaus, that state. To Mr. and Mrs. Kemper have been born three children: Christian Arthur, Ann Ruby and Charles Franklin. Rev. Manuel Kemper is a preacher of more than ordinary ability. As a speaker, he is fluent; as a thinker, clear; and as a reasoner, accurate. He is greatly beloved by his congregation, and the Moravian faith has in him an excellent- representative. He is thoroughly practical, and reflects the light of religion in his own life. Earnest and conscientious in all that he does, lne is attracting attention to the Moravian band. JOHN BURRY. This gentleman, who is one of the old and leading merchants of New Philadelphia, is a native of Switzerland, having been born near Berne, March 5, 1830- He is the son of John and Catherine Burry, and the grandson of Christian Burry, who followed the occupation of general farmer in that country. John Burry, Sr., emigrated to the United States in 1831, landing in New York City after a tedious voyage of seven weeks. He remained in the metropolis for a short time, and then made his way by the water route to this state, settling in Tuscarawas County, where he entered a tract of land from the Government and at once set about its cultivation. This farm, which was located in Goshen Township, he subsequently sold, later purchasing property in Fry's Valley, Clay Township, this county, on which he spent many enjoyable years. On disposing of this tract later, he became the possessor of a farm in York Township, on which he was residing at the time of his decease, in 1861. He was a member of the German Reformed Church in religious affairs, and politically voted the Republican party after its organization. The parents of our subject were married in Berne, Switzerland, in 1818. Mrs. Burry survived her husband eight years, when she too passed away, firm in the faith of the Reformed Church. John, of this sketch, who was their only child, was reared to a thorough knowledge of farm life, and at the same time secured a fair education in the district school. He remained under the parental roof until attaining his majority, when he started out in life on his own account. His first employment was as clerk of Lock No. 17 on the Ohio Canal. This he held for four months, when he returned home and helped through the harvest season. When the grain was all garnered, he made his way to New Philadelphia and accepted a position as clerk in the store of G. 'I'. Phillips, remaining in his employ for eight months. We next find him clerking in what was known as the Mills Store, one of the leading establishments of the place, and there he gave his undivided attention to learning the business. He worked faithfully and well for his employers for about two years, when: he was made a member of the firm, and was interested in that business for ten. years. Mr. Burry then purchased stock in a woolen factory and a retail store connected with it, which occupied his time for another decade, when he disposed of his interest in the business and in company with others built a line block on the southeast corner of the public square. This was a large three-story structure, which he stocked with a great variety of general merchandise. This was in 1870. and five years later our subject erected a bank adjoining this block. In 1879 a portion of his store was destroyed by fire, thus entailing a heavy loss to his stock of goods. He enjoys a large and profitable trade in the community, carrying a stock of from $15,000 to $20,000 worth of merchandise. Mr. puffy also owns other valuable property in the city, including a handsome residence located on West High Street, near his place of business. The marriage of our subject with Miss Jane Fribley was celebrated June 30, 1853. The lady was the daughter of John and Mary Fribley, old settlers of this county, who are now deceased. By her union with our subject Mrs. Burry has become the mother of the following children: John W., who makes his home in Cleveland, where he is manager of a large lumber business; Ella M., who married W. E. McClung, and resides in Chicago, where her husband is Secretary and Treasurer of an extensive 162 - PORTRAIT AND BIOGRAPHICAL RECORD. sheep ranch company; and Charles W., at home managing his father's store. Mr. and Mrs. Burry are members of the Methodist Episcopal Church, and give liberally of their means toward its support. In social affairs the former is a Mason, belonging to New Philadelphia Lodge No. 177, also the chapter and commandery. In politics he is a strong Republican, and takes great interest in the success of his party. In 1890 he was nominated by that party for tne office of Probate Judge, but was defeated by only seventy-five votes, while the county gave the Democrats a majority of ten hundred and thirty-six. The previous year he was made a member of the City Council, and on the expiration of his term of office was re-elected. At the present time he is serving as a member of the Board of Education, of which office lne has been the incumbent for five years, and during that time has given entire satisfaction to all concerned. Mr. Burry understands every detail connected with his large business interests, and consequently has a trade extending throughout the surrounding country. He is a man possessing liberal views on all subjects, is progressive in every particular, and stands high in the business and social world.   JOHN T. PRIAULX. No member of any community in Guernsey County is held in greater honor and esteem than this gentleman, and none is more worthy of the success which results from diligence, ability and enterprise than he. For many years he occupied one of the choice farms of this township, whose substantial outbuildings gave evidence of care and excellent management on his part. He is now, however, living retired in the city of Cambridge, where he has a pleasant home, and is greatly honored and respected for his upright and useful life. Mr. Priaulx is a native of this county, and was born February 27, 1839: to Nicholas and Rachel Priaulx, natives of the Isle of Guernsey. The father came to America about 1837, but soon returned home and was married to Miss Rachel Priaulx. With his wife, he became a permanent resident of the United States, and, coming to this state and county, settled in Adams Township. He was a cabinet-maker and wagon-maker by trade, but after following this business for a number of years he abandoned it, and became interested in agriculture, owning and operating a good property. He is now living in Cambridge, at the age of eighty-four years. The parental household numbered seven children, of whom our subject was the eldest; William H. is living in this county; Mary J. married James Young, and is deceased; Sarah A. is now the wife of Harvey Beard, a resident of this county; Louisa married Johnson Lind, and also makes her home in Guernsey County; Malinda is now the wife of Robert Ford, of Cambridge; and James O. is residing in Missouri. The original of this sketch, like all the youths of many years ago, carried on his studies in the district school, and during busy seasons aided in garnering the grain and preparing the soil for crops. When, leaving the parental roof he was married, June 16, 1870, to Elizabeth Sherrard, and to them have been born four children: James, William, Lizzie and Alice, all at home. Mr. Priaulx when starting out for himself purchased a portion of the old homestead, which he cultivated with good success for about nine years, and was then enabled to add to it until he was the possessor of a fine tract of three hundred acres. About eleven years ago he concluded to take life easier, and, selling his real estate in the country, moved into the city of Cambridge, where he invested his money in property, which he improved and sold, thereby making a handsome profit. He is now the owner of a substantial building on the corner of Stentenville Avenue and Fourth Street, besides other buildings in the city. In religious matters he is one of the valued members of the PORTRAIT AND BIOGRAPHICAL RECORD - 163 Methodist Episcopal Church, and is active in all good works in this community. He is a stanch supporter of Republican principles. He is numbered among the well-to-do citizens of the community, and his example as a man of energy, industry and business ability may be emulated to. advantage. EDWARD M. BAILEY is a successful attorney-at-law in New Philadelphia, and is one of the native sons of Tucawas County. In the legal profession of this vicinity he ranks high, and is considered one of the able young lawyers, with a promising future before him. He is a fluent speaker, presenting his arguments in a logical and forcible manner. Personally lre has many warm friends, who respect him highly for his sterling worth and admirable qualities. The parents of our subject are John D. and Matilda E. (Spicer) Bailey. The former is also a native of this county, and is a son of John D. Bailey, Sr., who emigrated from England to the United States with his parents about 1812. The majority of his life was passed on .a farm, but for a few years he was engaged in merchandising at Sandyville, where his death occurred in 1880. John D., Jr., was reared to mercantile life, and followed this calling at Bolivar, on the Ohio Canal. For twenty years he conducted a successful trade, and at the end of that period retired from active business cares. Politically he is a Republican, as are all the other members of the family. Mrs. Matilda Bailey was born in Crawford County, Pa., but when she was a little girl removed with her parents to this county, settling in Sandy Township, where her father engaged in operating a farm. John and Matilda Bailey became the parents of six children, of whom Edward is the eldest; Frank M. is a physician in Waynesburg, Ohio: Horace C. is an attorney of the same place; Hulda is the wife of James Au, of Chicago; Bertha M. is attending school in Chicago; and Belle completes the family. The birth of Edward M. Bailey occurred December 8, 1861. His boyhood was passed at Bolivar. where he received his elementary education. He then taught school fora time, after which he became a student in Mt. Union College, Ohio. After three years spent in that institution he went to Hillsdale, Mich., where he remained for one year. In 1880 he went into the.law office of Grosvenor & Landon, at Monroe, Mich. After he had spent a year in study, he entered the Michigan State University at Ann Arbor, and in 1884 was graduated from the law department. Soon afterward he returned to his native county, and, in company with J. T. O'Donnell, opened a law office in New Philadelphia. The firm of O'Donnell & Bailey continued for five years, when the partnership was dissolved by mutual consent. Since that time Mr- Bailey has conducted his practice alone, and has succeeded in building up a good business. October 28, 1888, occurred the wedding of Edward Bailey and Estell E. Forbes. The lady's parents, Andrew and Louisa (Seaman) Forbes, are old and respected settlers of this county. One child, Edward F., has been born to Mr. and Mrs. Bailey, who have many. warm. friends in this community. Though a firm believer in the Republican party. Mr- Bailey has no aspiration toward serving in public office, but prefers to give his entire time to his professional duties. His clients find in him a reliable and safe authority, as he carefully prepares Iris eases and familiarizes himself with both sides of each cause at issue. Though young in years. he has manifested that ability which warrants the prediction that in the not far-distant future he will be considered one of the prominent lawyers of this county. HENRY M. DUGAN. the efficient Clerk of the Court for Guernsey County, is discharging the duties of the office with ability and skill and is eminently worthy of representation among its best citizens. IIc was born near Antrim. this county. October 27, 1856, and is time son of John M. and Rachel ( Brown) Dugan. The father of our subject is a native of Pennsylvania and his birth occurred November 16, 1821. 164 - PORTRAIT AND BIOGRAPHICAL RECORD. near the city of Philadelphia. When quite young he was brought to this county by his parents, who located in Londonderry Township, and, with the exception of two or three years passed in the West, has always made this county his home. His marriage with Miss Brown resulted in the birth of two children; of whom Henry M. is the elder. His sister, Mary, is the wife of A. N. Teterick, and resides near Winchester, Ohio. Henry M. Dugan first attended the common schools of his native county, and completed his education in the private school taught by I. A. and W. H. Tannshall, at Antrim. Being granted a certificate to teach, lne was thus engaged for thirteen years in this and other counties. Always active in public affairs, Mr. Dugan was appointed Deputy Clerk of the Court under Alfred Wedon in April, 1888, and subsequently was elected to the office of Clerk, taking up the duties of the position in August, 1894. He has exhibited an unusual amount of energy, and good judgment has characterized all his effort3. Mr. Dugan and Miss Clara, daughter of William A. Knouff, were united in marriage June 2, 1881. The father of Mrs. Dugan is a native of Ohio, and at the present time is engaged in following the trade of a shoemaker in Antrim. To our subject and his estimable wife there have been born three children, bearing the respective names of Belle, Grace and Blanche. The original of this sketch is a firm believer in Republican principles, and therefore never fails to cast his vote for the candidates of that party. For the past twelve years he has been a member of the County Central Committee and is influential in the ranks. In social affairs lne is a prominent Odd Fellow, belonging to Lodge No. 301 in Cambridge, Ohio. PORTRAIT AND BIOGRAPHICAL RECORD - 167 EDWARD C. LEWIS, physician, surgeon, and ex-Legislator of Canal Dover, is a native of this state, having been born in Holmes County, December 26, 1840. His parents were William and Nancy Lewis, the former of whom was a native of Pennsylvania and a descendant of Major Lewis, of Revolutionary fame. William came to Ohio in 1831, and during the remainder of his life engaged in agricultural pursuits. His wife was a Virginian by birth, and traced her ancestry back to the celebrated Canby family. Our subject received his education in the Berlin High School, of his native county; Fredericksburg Academy, located in Wayne County; and at New Wilmington, Del. At sixteen years of age he passed an examination before the Wayne County Board of School Examiners, receiving a certificate for three years, and taught the Maysville school for one year. He subsequently commenced the study of medicine, and for four years remained a student under the renowned J. W. Hamilton, Professor of Surgery in the Columbus (Ohio) Medical College, during which time he also had the advantage of the clinics of the hospital of the Ohio Penitentiary. The succeeding two years Mr. Lewis was a pupil of the eminent Prof. Joseph Pancost, of Philadelphia, Pa., in which city he also graduated with first honors from the Jefferson Medical College in 1862. While studying nn that institution the opportunities furnished him for clinical instruction under Professor Da Costa were exceptionally good. The hospitals of the city were crowded with sick and wounded soldiers, and every description of physical disease and surgical operation came under his observation; and it is doubtless due in a great measure to the experience there acquired, under the guidance of his renowned instructors, that he owes the great success which has attended his practice (it being the most extensive in this part of the state) and the distinguished place he holds in the profession. In the spring of 1862 Dr. Lewis passed a successful medical and surgical examination before the United States Navy Board in the city of New York. After leaving the Jefferson Medical College, in the above year, he was offered, but declined, the position of surgeon of a regiment of Ohio volunteers. The same year, however, he accepted the position of surgeon of one of the United States army hospitals at Louisville, Ky., but, after a brief experience with hospital gangrene, resigned the commission and established himself at New Philadelphia, Tuscarawas County, this state. While there lne was physician to the county, and after the expiration of two years removed to Canal Dover, where he still resides. He has officiated as President for many years of the Tuscarawas County Medical Society, and is a member of the Ohio State Medical Society. In the year 1877 Dr. Lewis was tendered the Chair of Jurisprudence in Columbus College, and at present is a member of the Board of Censors of Starling Medical College, of Columbus. He has given special attention to the department of surgery. and among the operations successlully performed by him may be mentioned those of amputations near the hip joint, removals of the mammary glands, including the axillary glands, extirpation of the eye, exsection of the long bones, and tracheotomy. Taking an active interest in politics, the Doctor has served the Democratic party by officiating as 168 - PORTRAIT AND BIOGRAPHICAL RECORD. Chairman of the Democratic Central Committee. As a literary essayist he has an enviable reputation, and his many valuable contributions to the medical journals of the country reflect great credit upon his scientific and professional attainments. He has taken quite an active part in public affairs, and has been identified with various important projects having for their object the advancement of the interests of the county. He has served as a member and President of the Agricultural Society of Tuscarawas County for thirteen years. and has given efficient support to the lines of railway traversing the county. He is also surgeon for the Cleveland Tuscarawas Valley and the Marietta, Pittsburg Cleveland Railroads. In 1873 lne was nominated by acclamation and elected on the Democratic ticket to represent the county in the Sixty-first General Assembly, where he was a member of several important. standing committees and Chairman of the Committee on Benevolent Institutions. Declining the nomination to the House of Representatives in 1875, he was nominated by acclamation in the joint convention of the Eighteenth Senatorial District, and was elected to the Senate of Ohio by a larger majority than was ever previously given to any one upon the state or county ticket in the district. Dr. Lewis is the author of several reformatory measures, and as a senator won a reputation and exerted an influence which must be as gratifying to his constituents as creditable to himself. He is now retired from public life and ns devoting himself exclusively to his profession, although many of his friends are. desirous that he should again become the standard-bearer of his party as its candidate for Congress. Personally he possesses the attributes of an agreeable, polished gentleman. October 22, 1862, Dr. Lewis married Mary E., the highly accomplished and only daughter of the late lamented Dr. Joseph Slingluff, of Canal Dover. To them were born four children, only one of whom is living, Anola S. Mrs. Mary Lewis died March 31, 1880. This event was to the husband a bereavement of more than ordinary severity. A graduate of the Cleveland Female seminary, she was a woman of superior natural endowments, and possessed a remarkable strength of mind and independence of thought. Her literary tastes were of a high order, to whnch she gave wide exercise by earnest study and extensive reading. Born and reared in luxury, her early life was uninterrupted sunshine, and her sweetness of temper and amiability of disposition—marked traits in her character—brought to her married life peace, harmony, and happiness seldom equaled. For years previous to her decease she was an invalid and great sufferer, but patient resignation and cheerfulness often concealed from the outside world her secret sorrow. Her noble qualities of mind and heart, crowned by a deep and earnest piety, rendered her the cultured Christian lady that she was. April 26, 1882, Dr. Lewis married Mary G., only daughter of Hon. Chauncey N. Olds, a distinguished attorney of Columbus, and formerly Attorney-General of Ohio. To them have been born two children, Chauncey Olds and Caroline Woodruff. In the fall of 1881 the Children's Home of this county was established. The Doctor was appointed a Trustee for the same for three years, and has held that position for fourteen consecutive years, during which time he has served as President of the board, and during the entire time has donated his services as physician and surgeon to the inmates of the home free of charge. The Doctor has been actively engaged in the practice of his chosen profession for thirty-five years in Canal Dover, New Philadelphia and surrounding country, and has enjoyed a larger practice during this time than any other physician in this part of Ohio. He has been successful in accumulating a fortune, the result of his intelligence and indomitable energy. Within the last year he purchased four hundred acres of land, situated between New Philadelphia and Canal Dover, where he is raising line stock, and has a large dairy, from which he is furnishing milk to the people of the two towns. MOSES SIMON WOLFF. The prosperity of Guernsey County cannot be attributed entirely to Americans, for much has been accomplished by those of foreign birth who have sought a home in the Land of the Free. PORTRAIT AND BIOGRAPHICAL RECORD - 169 Germany has contributed of its thrift, England of its vigor, France of its economy, and Holland of its patient perseverance. Among the natives of Germany who have sought a home in this county, and have here attained independence and prosperity, may be mentioned Mr. Wolff, who is engaged in the clothing and gents' furnishings, business, having a large establishment in Cambridge, well stocked with every variety of clothing, hats, caps, etc. Mr. Wolff was born in Bingen, Germany, January 1, 1860, and is the son of Judah and Jeanette (Meyer) Wolff. The father was born in the Fatherland in February, 1817, and although advanced in years he follows his business of a cattle drover, which enterprise he has found to be very profitable. His good wife, who bore him three children, was also born in Germany, in January, 1821. Of this family Moses is the eldest. Ferdinand, the second-born, is still living in Germany, and engaged in the cattle trade; and Leopold is deceased, having met his death by being thrown from a horse. He was finely educated, and at the time was serving as private secretary to a Landrath, a Government official of Germany. Moses S. Wolff was educated in his native village, and one year prior to attaining his majority determined to try his fortune in the New World, of which he had heard such glowing accounts. Thus, embarking in a vessel, he was landed in New York Harbor in due time, whence he made his way to Pittsburg. and for the succeeding two years was occupied in peddling in the counties surrounding that city. He afterward obtained a position as clerk in the clothing house of G. M. Gusky, of Pittsburg, which was the largest concern of this kind in western Pennsylvania. On leaving the employ of that gentleman, Mr. Wolff came to this state, and, locating at Youngstown, worked for different parties, in all seven years. October 6, 1886, Mr. Wolff was married to Elise, daughter of Jacob Strouss, a native of Germany, and three years later the young couple came to Cambridge, where our subject established himself in the business which he has so successfully prosecuted since. he does the largest business of the kind in the county, his sales amounting each year to over $40,000. he is a shrewd, wide-awake business man, and is accounted one of the most public-spirited citizens of the place. Mr. Wolff is a stanch upholder of Republican principles, and never fails to cast his vote and influence in favor of its candidates. His first ballot was cast for James Blaine. In social affairs he is a prominent Odd Fellow, and also belongs to the Knights of Pythias. Mr. and Mrs. Wolff have one son, Clarence Jacob, who was born April 14, 1892. ERNEST G. RIPPEL is known as one of the most intelligent and skillful foundrymen and machinists in all Tuscarawas County, and his business as such in Canal Dover is extensive and lucrative. He is a native of this city, having been born April 5, 1869, to George F. and Martha (Dimler) Rippel, natives of Germany. The father of our subject was born March 18, 1827, and was therefore a lad of eleven years when, in 1837, he emigrated to America. He was a blacksmith by trade, which occupation he followed in this city for a period of forty years. Many a time in those early days he had to forge the shoes before he could shoe a horse. He is still living, making his home in this city and enjoying the results of an industrious and well spent life. The mother of our subject was born March 2, 1835, and was seven years old when she emigrated to America. To George and Martha Rippel there was granted a family of four children, of whom Frederick J., born March 20, 1856, is carrying on the blacksmith business established by his father, and is meeting with success; Callie, born March 5, 1859, is the wife of John Schumacker, a barber in Canal Dover; Emma, born July 25, 1862, died at the age of four years; and Ernest, of this sketch, is the youngest of the household. The latter was a student in the Dover schools until graduating with the Class of '86. The following three years lne passed as clerk in the Exchange National Bank. In the year 1889 he became, a member of the firm 370 - PORTRAIT AND BIOGRAPHICAL RECORD. of Hopkins, Rippel & Co., conducting a good foundry and machine-shop business until the partnership was dissolved in 1890. Mr. Rippel immediately became connected in business with James T. King, and since that time their business has been conducted under the style of Rippel & King. They do a general foundry and machinery jobbing business, making a specialty of manufacturing rolling-mill and blast furnaces. Socially our subject is a Knight of Pythias and belongs to the Junior Order of American Mechanics, also the. Protected Home Circle. Politically he is independent in local elections, reserving his right to cast his vote for the man who in his judgment will best discharge the duties of the office; in national politics he is a Republican. The lady who became the wife of Mr: Rippel September 8, 1892, bore the maiden name of Jeanette V. Finch, of Columbus, Ohio. She was the daughter of William and Kate Finch, natives of Phoenixville, Pa. The father died in 1891; the mother now lives in Columbus, Ohio. Our subject is a thoroughgoing young business man, full of energy and push. He is eminently social, and counts his friends among the best people of the county. HUGH F. McDONALD, a well known business man of Cambridge, is engaged in running a furniture store, and is a member of the firm of McDonald & McCollum. In 1884 he was elected sheriff of Guernsey County, and discharged the duties pertaining to that office for four years, to the entire satisfaction of his constituents, neighbors and friends. He may well be proud of the record which he made as a defender of the Stars and Stripes during the Civil War, as he participated in several important campaigns, and 'fought in upwards of twenty leading battles. The birth of our subject occurred February 10, 1842, on a farm in this county, and his parents,. .John and Christina (Broom) McDonald, were natives of Muskingum and Guernsey Counties, respectively. The McDonalds are of Scotch-Irish extraction. William, the paternal grandfather of our subject, was a very early settler of this county, and died on his farm in 1832. Five children were born to John and Christina McDonald, Hugh being the eldest, and the others as follows: William, now living near Taylorville, Christian County, Ill.; James, of this county; Mary E., wife of George Spaide, also of this county; and Elizabeth, Mrs. J. W. Trot. The father of this family was called to his linal rest September 24, 1890, when he was in his seventy-fifth year. His wife, who was the daughter of Rev. Hugh Broom, died February 20. 1889. When he was twenty years of age Hugh McDonald enlisted in Company H, One Hundred and Twenty-second Ohio Infantry. He was principally located in Virginia, under the command of General Milroy. In the battle of Winchester, June 14, 1863, he was taken prisoner, and for six weeks languished in Belle Isle. When he was released on parole he returned to the army at Culpeper, and after taking part in the Locust Grove tight spent the winter in that vicinity, in the spring joining in the Petersburg campaign. With his regiment he then returned to Monocacy Junction and went with Sheridan on the Valley campaign. In November, 1864, he was transferred to the Army of the Potomac, and was with his regiment in every engagement up to the surrender of Lee. He received an honorable discharge June 29, 1865. Of I the numerous battles in which he took part, we mention the following: Winchester Bay, June 14, 1863; Wapping Heights, August 9; Brandy Station, November 8; Locust Grove, November 27: battle of the Wilderness, May 5 and 6, 1864; Spottsylvania, May 8 to 12, inclusive; Cold Harbor. .June 1 to 9; Bermuda Hundred, June 17; Petersburg, June 21 and 22; Monocacy, July 9; Fisher's Hill, September 23; Cedar Creek, October 19; and Sailors' Run, April 6, 1865. Resuming his former peaceful occupation, Hugh McDonald was steadily employed up to the time of his marriage. which occurred in this county, June 13, 1867, Miss Mary E. Wells being the lady of his choice. They became the parents of six children: Eva M., wife of William Riggs, a painter, whose PORTRAIT AND BIOGRAPHICAL RECORD - 171 home is in Cambridge; Ina I., wife of W. O. telegraph operator on the Louisville Nashville Railroad, in Kentucky; Elmer Meade, who is in business with his father; Almon, who is employed in a hardware store; Meribah, who resides at home; and Lettia Oberta. From the close of the war up to 1885 Mr. McDonald gave his time and attention to agricultural pursuits, but for the past decade has been interested in commercial affairs. He is an active member of the Republican party, and was elected on that ticket to serve as County Sheriff, which office he held for a term of four years. Fraternally he is identified with the I ndependent Order of Odd Fellows. PETER SHIRIVER is one of the foremost business men of New Philadelphia, where he is one of the leading grocers. He has a well stocked house, and by courteous treatment of customers and promptness in filling orders handles a large share of the trade in his line in the city. A native of Pennsylvania, our subject was born in York. August 18, 1819. He received a fair education. and when ready to begin life for himself came to New Philadelphia, in 1844, and for a short time thereafter worked at the milling business. In the spring of the following. year he made his home with his maternal uncle, John G. Koahr, on a farm near Strasburg. It was during this year that the wheat and all kinds of fruit were killed by frost on the night of the 31st of May, in consequence of which there was great suffering among the farmers and laboring people. In the fall of the above year, being obliged to earn some money, young Shriver moved to Bolivar, this county. and, forming a partnership with a Mr. Barnhart, established himself in the tinning business. This connection lasted but one year, when the partnership was dissolved, and our subject came to New Philadelphia and obtained employment in the stove and tin shop of W. R. Chil son, which was then located on North East Street, where now stands the Broadway Hotel. About this time Mr. Shriver was united in marriage with Miss Sarah Casebear, of this city, the ceremony being performed in August, 1848, in the house where they make their home at the present time. The young couple then departed for their new home in Bolivar, where he engaged in business with John Willard, opening up a general store. They did a good business, selling goods at popular prices, and continued together until 1854. That year Mr. Shriver sold his interest in the store and again 'became a resident of New Philadelphia. Soon after returning to this city our subject, with A. H. Castle, began the sale of stoves and also did work as a tinner. Two years later the junior partner sold his interest to Mr. Shriver, and he ably managed affairs alone until 1860. That year his brother Adam moved hither from Cumberland County, Pa., and together they built up a good patronage and were regarded as among the well-to-do merchants of the city. They- sold out, however, in 1877 to John Kinsay. Having a good. opportunity to purchase a fine tract of timberland, Mr. Shriver, in company with George Witty, purchased one hundred and six acres, from which they cut the wood, sawed it into lumber, and sold it with profitable results. The next enterprise in which he was engaged was as the Partner of W. H. Willard in the flouring business. They rented a steammill in New Philadelphia and manufactured a fine quality of flour, which found a ready market throughout the county. This was in 1878, and the connection was in existence until 1883, when Mr. Shriver built his present business house at No. 123 West Front Street, where he has been engaged in conducting a good trade in the sale of groceries and provisions ever since. Although having no children of their own, our subject and his excellent wife have performed the part ol parents to several orphans, whom they have taken into their home and hearts, and cared for in a substantial manner. He is a consistent member of the Lutheran Church, with which he has been connected for half a century, and is therefore one of the oldest members of the congregation in this city- His wife worships with the 172 - PORTRAIT AND BIOGRAPHICAL RECORD. Methodist Episcopal Church. Mr. Shriven is of a peaceable, kind and obliging disposition, and always attends strictly to his own business. That his declining years may be like the golden rays of the setting sun, bright with promise, and like the autumn, filled with sheaves, is the wish of his many sincere friends, who will be pleased to note his sketch in this volume. JOHN E. HAWKSHAW has for four years lived in New Comerstown, and is the leading merchant tailor of the place. He carries an elegant line of suiting materials, and is rapidly acquiring a fine trade and an enviable reputation for the quality and workmanship of all articles manufactured by him. Every detail of his trade he is a master of, as he has followed it all his life and has industriously striven to meet the wants of his customers. John E. Hawkshaw, Sr., came to America from Ireland in 1840 and located in Boston. Later he removed to Baltimore, where he enjoyed an extensive trade, but after a time he determined to try his fortunes in Washington, D. C. Upon the breaking out of the war, he enlisted in New York City and served in his regiment for a year and a-half, when he was honorably discharged. His death occurred in 1874, in Washington, D. C., where he was a much respected citizen- His wife, whose girlhood name was Mary Kelley, was also a native of the Emerald Isle, and daughter of Daniel G. Kelley, a noted teacher in Roscommon, Ireland. It is said of him that before he became blind he had learned his school books by heart, so that after he met with the terrible misfortune of losing his sight, it was no trouble for him to carry on his usual calling. In 1847 the Kelley family came. to Amerrca and took up their residence in Boston. The birth of our subject occurred in Baltimore, Md., June 29, 1859, and in a family of eleven children, seven of whom are living, he is the eldest. Samuel is a miner in West Virginia; Henry, of Washington, D. C., is engaged in plumbing and gas-fitting, as is also the next younger brother, Joseph; Mary is the wife of H. Shedd, of Washington; Nellie and Kate, the latter of whom is a dressmaker, are also residents of Washington; and four children died in infancy. The early education of John E. Hawkshaw, was obtained in private schools in Washington, where he was then living. He followed in his father's footsteps in regard to a trade, and from his early years showed special aptitude in this direction. He has been especially good as a cutter and fitter, and at all times has been able to make a good income. For a number of years he traveled to a certain extent in the South, but in 1890 came to New Comerstown. At first he was associated with another party, but soon opened an establishment by himself. He is a member of the. Custom Foremen's Association of America, and makes a point of keeping posted on the very latest styles and fancies in his trade. While in Richmond, Va., Mr. Hawkshaw became acquainted with Anna Bouchard, to whom he was married July 17, 1883. Four children came to bless their union, but all died in early childhood. On questions of politics our subject is identified with the Democratic party, but is not in any sense desirous of obtaining official positions, as he finds his time fully occupied in attending to the wants of. his numerous customers. HENRY BOWERS, one of the leading attorneys of New Philadelphia, is a native of this state, having been born March 12, 1858, in Dundee. He is the son of Samuel and Martha (Dillon) Bowers, the former born in Westmoreland County, Pa., March 6, 1828. He in turn was the son of Jacob Bowers, also a native of the Keystone Sfate, and the son of Joseph Bowers, who came from Switzerland to the United States in a very early day in its history, and participated in the War of 1812. The father of our subject journeyed to this state in company with his parents PORTRAIT AND BIOGRAPHICAL RECORD - 173 when a lad of five years. The family settled in Wayne County, where his father was employed as a preacher in the Dunkard Church, and also engaged to some extent in farming: Samuel Bowers was twice married, his first tin, ion being with Sarah Bayes, by whom he had one son, Wesley. He is a young man of sterling character and excellent habits, and is at present living in Highland, Kan., where he is an active worker in the Christian Church. He follows the combined occupations of farmer and merchant, and is successful in a financial way, His father removed to Doniphan County, Kan., in 1879, and was residing there at the time of his decease, in the fall of 1881. He was a Republican in politics, and a devoted member of the Christian Church. The mother of our subject was born in New Jersey, whence she came to this state when a girl, the family locating in Trumbull County. Her father, Aaron Dillon, was a millwright, following his trade in Dundee, whither he removed. While living there his danghter met and married the father of our subject. Mrs. Bowers' paternal grandfather, Seth Dillon, was a machinist in Scotland, and, coming to this country prior to the Revolution, participated in that conflict. To Samuel and Martha Bowers was born a family of eight children, six of whom reached mature years. They are: Lewis, a prominent physician living in Boise City, Idaho; Charles, also following the medical profession, at Anthony, Kan.; Henry, of this sketch, the next in order of birth; Alcid, State's Attorney at Troy, Kan.; Carrie, the wife of Rev. Mr. Groutt, a minister of the Christian Church in New Orleans, La.; and Mattie, engaged in teaching school in Boise City, Idaho. The early life of our subject was spent in obtaining his preliminary education in the public schools, after which he attended for two terms the Ohio Normal University at Ada. After this he taught school for ten years in Tuscarawas County, and at the expiration of this time, deciding to follow a professional life, entered the office of James T. O'Donnell in New Philadelphia, under whose instruction he studied law. In 1888 he was admitted to the Bar at Columbus, and immediately Opened an office in this city and began the prac tire of his profession. He has been very successful in building up a good clientage, and is regarded as one of the ablest lawyers in the state. Henry Bowers was married at Winfield, January 3, 1877, to Elizabeth Bair. This lady was the daughter of Jacob and Mary (Sliffe) Bair, farmers by occupation. The mother is deceased, but Mr. Bair is still living, making his home at Winfield. Our subject and his wife have a family of five interesting children, as follows: Roy, Charles, Jessie, Leah and Russell. The parents are members in excellent standing of the Lutheran Church, to the support of which they are liberal and regular contributors, and in which the former is an Elder. In his political relations our subject is a true-blue Republican, and greatly interested in the success of his party- Socially he is an Odd Fellow of good standing, belonging to Shoenbrum Lodge No. 107, of New Philadelphia. Mr. Bowers is a studious, careful, painstaking lawyer, and is a successful advocate, having a pleasant and persuasive address. His cases are well and thoroughly prepared, and when he goes into court he is fully equipped for success. DR. THEODORE F. HUNTER, of Cambridge, is a veteran of the late war, and a gentleman deserving especial notice in this volume. For the past quarter of a century he has continued uninterruptedly in the practice of his chosen profession in this city, and when the Ohio State Dental Association was first organized, he became one of its charter members. He is one of the native sons of this place, and with the exception of the time which he passed in the service of his country, and a short time when he was away at college, he has not been absent for any length of time from his boyhood home. A son of J. S. and J. C. Hunter, old residents, who were well known and highly respected, having lived in the city of Cambridge since 1840, the Doctor was born October 13, 1845. His education was 174 - PORTRAIT AND BIOGRAPHICAL RECORD. such as he could obtain in the public schools of Cambridge, and he had hardly completed his studies when, at the age of seventeen years, he responded to his patriotic impulses, and determined to volunteer his services in defense of the Old Flag. May 29, 1862, he enlisted in Company A, Eighty-fifth Ohio Infantry, and immediately went to the front: Four months later, or September 29, 1862, he was mustered out, but subsequently re-enlisted, this time in the Signal Corps of the United States army, and was assigned to the Third Division of Cavalry, commanded by Gen. George A. Custer. In this capacity he acted until the close of the war, and was finally honorably discharged, August 11, 1865. Returning to Cambridge, he took up the study of dentistry the following year, and embarked in practice in 1869. He enjoys a remunerative practice, and has an enviable reputation, which is not confined to this immediate locality, as his patrons come from far and near. ADOLPH SHERER. One of the most substantial and pleasant residences of Warwick Township is owned and occupied by our subject. Retired from active business affairs, he passes the twilight of his honorable life surrounded by the comforts which he has accumulated by his years of toil. Through his long caree he has thrown into his daily labors individual honesty and integrity, qualities which ennoble every man, whether rich or poor. From poverty to prosperity every step was won by honest work and brave efforts, and his biography is therefore most useful as an incentive to others. Our subject was born across the waters, in Switzerland, September 24, 1828, and is the son of Jacob and Mary (Stopli) Sherer, also natives of that country, where they lived and died. The father was a shoemaker by trade, and departed this life at the age of fifty years, in 1851. He was preceded to the better land by his good wife, who died in 1849. They were the parents of eight children, five sons and three daughters: Adolph; Ella, the wife of Samuel Gicgox, of Baden, Germany; Mary A.; Jacob; Jacob A., deceased; Ferdinand, a prominent farmer of Goshen Township, this county; Lena; deceased; and Florent, who makes his home in Switzerland. The children were all given good educations and fitted to occupy useful positions in life. Having heard glowing accounts of the fortunes to be made in the New World, our subject decided to come hither, and, boarding a sailing-vessel in 1852, was landed in New York City after a tedious voyage of thirty-five days. He remained for three months in the Empire State, working in a tannery, and at the end of that time concluded to come further West, deciding upon this county as his destination. For the first six months after locating here he worked on the railroads and afterward on canal-boats. Thinking to better his condition, and while in the employ of the canal company, he started for New Orleans, but being taken sick on the way and his funds running out he returned to Tusearawas County, which has been his home since that time. After his experience on the canal Mr. Sherer entered the mines and was engaged in digging coal for a period of twenty years. He was very industrious and economical, and when ready to enter upon the life of an agriculturist purchased ten acres of land in Goshen Township, for which he paid ready money. He tilled the soil of this property for a few years, when he sold and became the proprietor of another tract, which is now the old homestead on which he resides. This estate. includes one hundred and forty-two acres, and in addition to it Mr. Sherer has eighty acres more ill another portion of the township. When ready to establish a home of his own, in 1857, our subject was married to Catherine Reecer, also a native of Switzerland. She emigrated to this country in the fall Of 1852, and making her home in this State was here married to Mr. Sherer. She is now deceased, passing away in 1881, aged sixty-three. She became the mother of five sons and three daughters, as follows: John A., carrying on the combined occupations of a farmer and a PORTRAIT AND BIOGRAPHICAL RECORD - 175 blacksmith in Kansas; Frank W., operating the home farm; Lee. deceased; Louisa,' the wife of Charles Mizer, proprietor of a hotel at Baltic, this state; Carrie, at home; ;eorge W., deceased; Emmet, engaged in mining in Tuscarawas; and Frederick, a blacksmith of New Philadelphia. The children were given the best opportunities for obtaining a good education, and are all occupying honored positions in society. Not an office-seeker in any sense, Mr. Sherer uses his influence wherever he thinks he can do good. He is a Democrat, in politics, and holds to the faith of the Reformed Church religously. he is a gentleman of pleasing manners and has made many friends in the township which he has called home for the greater portion of his useful and busy life. SAMUEL FERTIG is one of the old and honored citizens of Canal Dover. For over half a century he was engaged in conducting a wholesale and retail grocery business, and is now a partner in the wholesale firm of Deis. Fertig & Co. He has always been active in everything calculated to promote the county's. interest, anti has been a prime factor in many of the movements which have tended to this end. Though not a man who- is desirous of achieving notoriety. or occupying public office, he has on several occasions been persuaded by his fellow-citizens to serve them in such a capacity. For about a quarter of a century he was Canal Collector, having been placed in that position in 1837. The birth of our subject occurred in Lancaster County, Pa., February 15, 1812. He is a son of Samuel and Susan (Miller) Fertig, who were both born in the same county as our subject. On both sides of the family, the grandparents were natives of the Fatherland, they having removed from Wurtemberg to Lancaster County in the last century. Samuel Fertig, Sr., who was a farmer by occupation, removed with his family to Stark County, Ohio, in 1817, and thence to Tuscarawas County some eight years later. After residing in this. locality for about ten years, he returned to Stark County, and in 1838 went to Whitley County, Ind., where he died soon afterward. To himself and wife were born nine children, namely: Elizabeth; Michael, who was drowned at the age of two years; Samuel; Henry. who was killed during the war in Arkansas, in 1863; Maria, who died in Indiana; David, whose home is near Plymouth, Ind.; John, whose demise took place in Iowa, in 1894; George W., a resident of St. Paul, Minn.; and Jacob, who died in infancy. The boyhood of Samuel Fertig was passed on his father's farm, but from the time he was fourteen years of age he relied on his own resources for his support. At that age he obtained a position on the bridge at Canal Dover as a toll-collector. Two years later he commenced learning the tailor's trade, which, however, he did not long follow. He engaged in the grocery business when about twenty-three years of age, and continued in this occupation for upwards of fifty years. He was successful, and through his own exertions not only made a good living, but secured a competence for old age. From the time he became a voter, Samuel Fertig supported by his ballot the Whig party, until the Republican organization went into effect, since which time lre has transferred his allegiance to that party. Though most unwillingly, he has been a candidate for several positions, and was a member of the Central Committee for years. While officiating in township positions; he fully met the wants of his constituents, and was zealous in the discharge of his duties. He has always taken great interest in attending conventions of his party. looking upon such meetings as a decided recreation. In his religious views he is liberal, and inclines toward Spiritualism. In practical ways he has supported all public improvements and contributed to the growth and development of the city. The marriage of Samuel Fertig, of this sketch, and Mary Elliott was celebrated August 12, 1844. The lady was a niece of the late Corn. Jesse D. Elliott, of the United States navy, and daughter of Capt. Wilson Elliott. The Elliotts were 176 - PORTRAIT AND BIOGRAPHICAL RECORD. originally from Ireland, and have been noted in the annals of their country's history. The grandfather of Mrs. Fertig was killed at Hamilton, Ohio, by the Indians, when on the Anthony Wayne expedition. Eight children were born to our subject and wife: Anna E., who is at home; Zachary T., who died at Cumberland Gap, Tenn.; Henry, who was drowned in the canal in 1856; Harriet E., who died at the age of seventeen years; George E., who is engaged in the wholesale grocery business; Grace, the wife of J. C. Nugent, and a young actress, who has already achieved an enviable reputation in her chosen profession; and two children .who died in infancy. The eldest son, Zachary T., was one of the boys who wore the blue. He was a member of the One Hundred and Twenty-ninth Ohio Infantry, and died at Cumberland Gap, December 2, 1863. He was placed to rest in the National Cemetery at Knoxville, Tenn. In his honor the camp of the Sons of Veterans in Canal Dover was named. The devoted wife and mother departed this life May 10, 1890, leaving a large circle of friends and relatives, who sincerely mourn her loss. Miss Anna E. Fertig, who keeps house for her father, is a lady of pleasant and quiet manners, and a charming hostess. WILLIAM H. KEPLINGER who is numbered among the best citizens of Dover Township, has been active in everything relating to its welfare and upbuilding since he reached mature years. In the cause of education he has been especially interested, and for about a quarter of a century has served in the capacity of School Director. In the Republican party he is recognized as a leader in this locality. For three year he has been a member of the Central County Committee, for four years has served as Supervisor of Elections for the county, and for a part of this time was President of the hoard. Fraternally he is a member of the Grand Army of the Republic, being identified with Ricksecker Post No. 469, at Canal Dover. He was commander of the same for live years, and was Adjutant for two years. He is likewise a member of the Union Veteran League No. 51, of New Philadelphia, and is now a member of the County Soldiers' Relief Commission. The birth of our subject occurred in Franklin Township, this county, September 24, 1842. His parents were John H. and Catherine (Knappenberger) Keplinger. Young William was reared until he was twelve years old as a farmer's boy, and obtained his primary education in the district school. In 1854, when his father removed to Winfield and engaged in the mercantile business, our subject entered the store, and was there employed until the war broke out. August 11, 1862, he enlisted in Company E, One Hundred and Twenty-sixth .Ohio Infantry, with Col. B. F. Smith in command. He participated in many important battles and engagements, and among others were the following: Martinsburg, Wapping Heights, Culpeper Court House, Bristow- Station, Bealeton, Rappahannock Bridge, Kelly's Ford, Locust Grove, Mine Run, Wilderness, Alsop's Farm, Spottsylvania; Charleston, Smithfield and Opequan. At the battle of Spottsylvania le was severely wounded in the abdomen, and in the engagement at Opequan he was wounded in the left leg, between the ankle and the knee joint. On account of the injury last mentioned he was discharged from the service at Columbus, Ohio, May 2, 1865, and for two years thereafter he was obliged to use crutches. On his return from the battlefields of the South, Mr. Keplinger re-entered the mercantile business, and devoted his attention to mercantile pursuits until 1872, though he retained his interest in the store some six years longer. In 1872 he removed to the farm, where he now owns ninety-four acres. The first Presidential vote which he had the pleasure of casting was in favor of Abraham Lincoln, and he has ever since been an ardent supporter of the Republican party. He and his family are members of the Lutheran Evangelical Church, and are highly respected by all who have the pleasure of their acquaintance. March 23, 1865, Mr. Keplinger married Selects. Haley, who is, like her husband, a native of PORTRAIT AND BIOGRAPHICAL RECORD - 177 Tuscarawas County. Her parents are Jefferson and Elizabeth (Penrod) Haley. To our subject and his estimable wife have been born four children. Homer, the eldest, is at home; Arthur. is court stenographer of this county, at New Philadelphia; Minnie M. is the wife of E. E. Kuhns, of Mt. Union, this state, and the mother of a little daughter, Beulah May; and Ruby G. Keplinger; who resides with her parents, is engaged in teaching school in the adjoining district. EDWARD L. JONES. It is universally conceded that the distribution of food products constitutes the most important factor in the long list of a city's industries, and, such being the ease, the grocer must be accorded the palm as the most important contributor to the development of this fact, his. wares covering almost every article of daily consumption known to man. This branch of mercantile activity is admirably represented by Mr. Jones. who also has a bakery and confectionery, and who is now not only a prominent business man of Mineral Point, but is also an Alderman. Our subject is a. native of Wales, having been born in Mold, Flintshire, Wales, August 1, 1844, and is the son. of Robert and Elizabeth (Lewis) Jones. Grandfather Thomas Jones was also a native of Flintshire, and during most of the active years of his life followed the business of a brewer. During the Napoleonic Wars he was pressed into the service of the English, and saw much suffering on the field of battle during his army experience. His wife bore the maiden name of Margaret Davis, and to them were born five sons and four daughters: Edward, Robert, Samuel, Thomas, John, Mary, Margaret, Elizabeth and Esther. Robert Jones remained in Wales, his native land, following the occupation of a miner until 1874 when he decided to try his fortunes in the United. Stites. He emigrated hither, but remained only a short time, when he returned home, and died in 1875, at the age of fifty-six years. His wife died three years later. They were members in excellent; standing of the Church of England, and people who were greatly respected in their community for their upright lives. Edward L. was the eldest in the parental family of eight children. Thomas was killed when a lad of fourteen years in a coal mine, where thirteen others met their death; Charles is living in England; Frances is the wife of Richard .Jones; Sarah married James Ray; .Margaret is now Mrs. John Dailey; Thomas is a resident of Mineral Point; and John is deceased. The original of this sketch received a very meager education in the schools of Wales, as when only eleven years of age he began working in the coal mines. He was very industrious and gave satisfaction to his employers, who soon made him superintendent, which responsible position he held for a period of thirteen years in that country. In 1871 he came with his father to America, locating in Trumbull County, Ohio, where he lived for two years. and then returned with the family to England, residing there until after the death of his father and mother. In 1879 he again crossed the Atlantic, this time choosing a location in &aver County, Pa., whence he came three years later to Mineral Point, as superintendent of the Davis Mines, also acting in the same capacity for the Ohio Coal and Mining Coin pany. After discharging the duties of this position for four years, he retired from business, taking a much-needed rest of two years. In 1894 Mr. Jones established a bakery business, to which he soon added that of a confectionery and grocery. He owns considerable real estate in different parts of the city, and with his family occupies a pleasant residence. He takes a decided interest in all movements for the upbuilding of the community, and at the present time is serving as a member of the Council. He has also been on the Board of Education, and has done much toward. raising the standard of scholarship in this section. December 31, 1866, Mr. Jones and Miss Mary J. Beaney were united in marriage. The lady was born in the County of Durham, England, and was 178 - PORTRAIT AND BIOGRAPHICAL RECORD. the daughter of John and Joanna B. Beaney, who reared two children. James C., their son, is still residing in 'England. Mrs. Jones departed this life in April, 1886, leaving a family of six sons. They were: Robert B., born in the county of Durham, England; John L., also a native of England; James C., whose birth occurred in Coalburg, Trumbull County, this state; Charles S. and Thomas, born in Durham County, England; and Edward B., a native of Beaver County, Pa. The lady whom our subject chose as his second wife was Elizabeth. the widow of John R. Jones. She was born in Denbighshire, North Wales, and was the daughter of Thomas Davis. Born to Mrs. Jones by her first marriage were two children, Robert and Lizzie. In religious matters Mrs. Jones is a devoted member of the Welsh Baptist Church. In politics Mr. Jones is a stanch advocate of the platform of the Republican party, and in social affairs he is a Knight of Pythias. He is a public-spirited citizen ,.in terested in all improvements, and is one of Mineral Point's most influential men. WILSON A. KORNS is the editor, manager and principal owner of the Tuscarawas Tribune, a young. and enterprising local journal. It is devoted to the interests of New Philadelphia and Tuscarawas Connty, and is an exponent of the principles of the Republican party. This nine-column sheet, which is issued each Wednesday, is bright and newsy and ably edited. The success which the Tribune has met with is beyond the most sanguine expectation of the owners. In connection with the office is a line job-printing department, which always turns out irreproachable work. One of the native sons of New Philadelphia, Mr. Korns was born April 6, 1859. His parents, Daniel and Margaret (McElroy) Korns, are likewise natives of this county. The father has been a very prominent citizen and has held numerous responsible public positions. For eleven years he was Mayor of this city, at one time was Deputy-Collector of Internal Revenue, and was Postmaster under Harrison's administration. During the late .war he was one of the brave boys in blue, being made Captain of Company C, Eightieth Ohio Infantry. Mrs. Margaret Korns was born in Belmont County, Ohio. She is of Irish descent on the paternal side, and has been a resident of this place since she was sixteen years of age. Of the six children born to Daniel and Margaret Korns, four are deceased, Charles, Harry, Anna and Daniel H. Isaac E. is employed with the civil-engineering corps on the Cleveland, Lorain & Wheeling Railroad. and is a resident of New Philadelphia; and Wilson completes the family. The mother is a member of the Presbyterian Church and takes an active part in useful. and benevolent enterprises. Daniel Korns is a Republican and a patriotic citizen. He belongs to Andrew Crawford Post No. 6, G. A. R., the Union Veteran Union, the Military Order of the Loyal Legion of the United States, and also is connected with New Philadelphia Lodge No. 177, F. & A. M., and Lodge No. 107, I. O. O. F. The gentleman whose name heads this article was reared and educated in this city, and when eighteen years of age began learning the printer's trade. While his father was occupying the office of Postmaster the young man served as his assistant. In April, 1893, he embarked in the newspaper field for himself, as editor of the Tuscarawas Tribune, and has met with fine success in his undertaking. The circulation of the journal is rapidly increasing and it is becoming quite a factor in the further progress and prosperity of the county. The owner is very active in the ranks of the Republican party, and has frequently been sent as a delegate to political convention!, having had the honor of being a delegate to the convention that nominated Governor McKinley. In 1889-90 he was Secretary of the Tuscarawas County Executive Committee: While serving in the postoffice he was the regular correspondent of the Uhrichsville Chronicle from this point. Numbered among the rising young journalists of the state, he is devoted to his work, and it is safe to predict for him a brilliant future. In addition to his own numer- PORTRAIT AND BIOGRAPHICAL RECORD - 179 ous duties he is the commissioned correspondent for such leading state papers as the Cincinnati Enquirer, Cincinnati Commereial-Gazette, Columbus Journal and the Cleveland Leader. Like his father, he is a member of the Masonic fraternity, belonging to New Philadelphia Lodge No. -177. He is likewise associated with Lodge No. 390, R. A., and belongs to the second class of the Military Order of the Loyal Legion of the United States. Mr. Korns was married, October 31. 1889, to Fannie, youngest daughter of the late Abraham Sargent. Mrs. Korns was born reared in New Philadelphia. She is a woman of amiable disposition and a talented musician, and is a member of the Presbyterian Church. The genial and hospitable home of Mr. and Mrs. Korns is always open for the reception and entertainment of their many friends, who delight to congregate amidst such pleasant surroundings. JOHN B. BEICHLY. The gentleman whose honored name appears at the opening of this sketch was a representative of the men of energy, ability and enterprise who have made Tuscarawas County so prominent in the state. His name is associated with the rise and progress of agriculture, and as one who made a success of tilling the soil and of improving the stock of the county by careful breeding. He died at his home in Warwick Township, January 'J. 18.95, after an illness of about four weeks. Like many of the best residents of this section, our subject was a native of Germany, having been born in the kingdom of Wurtemberg, December 31, 1818. He was the son of John .1. and Catherine (Meyer) Beichly, also natives of the Fatherland, where they were well-to-do farmers. The father• died in 1854, at the age of threescore years and ten; while the mother, who passed away in 1863, was also that age. The parental family included seven children, two sons and five daughters, namely: Catherine and Susan, living in Germany; Mary, deceased; and Magdaline, Matilda, John B. and .Jacob. The parents were people of prominence in their community, and, knowing the value of a good education. gave their children the best of opportunities for attending school. He whose name heads this sketch decided to try his fortunes in the New World, and coining hither in 1845, spent a short time in New York, in which city he landed after a tedious voyage. Later coming to this state, he made his location in New Philadelphia, remaining there for six months, working at the cooper's trade. At the expiration of that time we find him living in Warwick Township. still pursuing the cooper's business, which he followed with good results on his own account for a period of thirty years. Thinking that a farmer's life would be a very congenial one our subject purchased eighty acres. which he cultivated in an admirable manner and added to from time to time as his means would allow, until at the time of his death he was the proprietor of an estate comprising one hundred and thirty acres. On it stand a substantial residence. neat barns and outbuildings, which reflect great credit upon his taste. he had been a very hard worker. and as the result of his industrious life was enabled to retire and live at his ease. The marriage of Mr. Beichly was celebrated with Miss Elizabeth Metzger in the fall of 1846. The lady was born in this county in 1829, and was the daughter of John and Catherine Metzger. natives of Pennsylvania, whence they emigrated to this section during pioneer days and took up their abode in this township. By her union with our subject, Mrs. Beichly became the mother Of two sons and one daughter: John .J., a miller, residing in New Philadelphia; George. who died in infancy: and Catherine E., now the wife of Jake Whitwer, residing in New Philadelphia. The wife and mother departed this life in 1856, greatly mourned by all who knew her. In 1864 our subject chose for his second companion Susan Beaker, the daughter of Isaac Beaber. a very prominent resident of York Township. and whose sketch will be found on another page in this 180 - PORTRAIT AND BIOGRAPHICAL RECORD. volume. She is a lady of education and refinement, and numbers among her friends the best people in the county. Mr. Beichly was a devoted member of the Lutheran Church, to the support of which he had been a liberal contributor for many years. he was a supporter of the Democratic party, whose cause he did all in his power to forward. He was well known throughout this County, where he had lived for so many years, and may well be accounted one of the earlist settlers and pioneers. He witnessed much of the phenomenal growth of the state and county, in whose development he very materially assisted.J JOSHUA P. GRIMM, proprietor of one of the leading livery stables in New Philadelphia, is one of the prosperous business men of the city and prominent in its public life. He was born here, April 22, 1839, to Solomon and Mary (Iler) Grimm. The former was a native of York County, Pa., having been born there January 11,1809. He was about three years of age when he was brought by his father and mother to this state, the journey being made in what was then called a "prairie schooner." John Grimm, the paternal grandfather of our subject, was the son of Swiss parents, and when ready to embark in life for himself, located on a large tract of land on Old Town Creek, which he developed into one of the best farms in the vicinity, living there until his decease. There his son Solomon was reared to man's estate, and trained to a thorough knowledge of farm pursuits. When a young man of twenty-two years the latter came to New. Philadelphia and appenticed himself to learn the trade of a blacksmith. After following this business for a time, he abandoned it to engage with the Ohio Stage Company as driver, continuing in their employ for several years. He afterward purchased a livery stable, and, owning his own horses and vehicles, ran stage coaches between New Philadelphia and Uhrichsville, also between Massillon and Millersburg. He worked these routes until the building of the railroads, when he was obliged to discontinue this slow method of travel. He still operated his livery, however, until 1888, when he retired from. the active duties of life. He is now living in this city, where he is well known and highly esteemed. The mother of our subject was born of Irish parents. She was a most estimable and worthy lady, and departed this life about fifteen years ago. She became the mother of eleven children, six of whom grew to mature years. Hannah died at four years of age; our subject was next in order of birth; then followed Rebecca, Lee H., Elmer B., Frank R. and John A. All are now deceased with the exception of our subject. Joshua Grimm was educated in this city, first attending the public schools, and afterward studying under the tutelage of Professor Welty. He began the battle of life on his own account by working at the printer's trade. This he followed off and on for about four years, but was finally obliged to abandon that branch of work on occount of being troubled with asthma. After this he was variously occupied until he enlisted in the Union army, which he did .August 19. 1862, at Steubenville, becoming a member of Company K, Ninety-eighth Ohio Infantry, Colonel Webster commanding. The same day he was mustered into service at Camp Mingo, and left with his regiment on the 20th for the field of battle. First going to Lexington, Ky., Mr. Grimm was assigned to the Tenth Brigade, Fourth Division, Fourteenth Army Corps, under General Thomas, and the first engagement in which he participated was at Perryville, Ky. After that conflict the forces moved on to Crab Orchard, and later to Lebanon, where occurred many skirmishes. In one of these encounters our subject was wounded in the hand by a musket ball, on account of which he was given a furlough and returned home, and was later honorably discharged, March 13, 1863, on ac.. count of disability. When fully recuperated, Mr. Grimm again offered his services in defense of his country's Flag, and was mustered in May 2, 1864, in Company E, One Hundred and Sixty-first Ohio Infantry, under Col. PORTRAIT AND BIOGRAPHICAL RECORD - 181 O. P. Taylor. The regiment was then ordered into Maryland, and after remaining for a time at Cumberland went into West Virginia, where the forces were divided, a portion going up the Shenandoah after Hunter, and the remainder, including the company of our subject, remaining on provost duty at Martinsburg. They were drawn up for battle at that place, but being at a great disadvantage retreated to Maryland Heights, where they skirmished with the enemy from time to time. The regiment remained in that section until they were ordered to Columbus, this state, and were there mustered out, September 2, 1864. After an army experience of over two years Mr. Grimm returned home and engaged in the livery business in Uhrichsville, remaining in that city until 1870, when he disposed of his interests there and removed to New Philadelphia. In 1879 he opened up a fine stable here, carrying on a successful business for four years, when he again sold out, this time returning to his former place of residence, engaging in the same enterprise there. Having a good offer made him at the end of seven weeks. he accepted it, and we again find him located in this city, and the proprietor of an entirely new livery outfit. In March, 1884, Mr. Grimm disposed of his stables, and two months thereafter established a grocery and meat-market, also opened up a livery in another location. In 1885 he sold out all his interests in these various lines, and in the spring of the following year became "mine host" of the Banner House. He was very successful in this enterprise and continued thus to operate for two years. In connection with his hotel he also ran a livery, and at the expiration of the time, above mentioned exchanged the former concern for a farm in Rice County, Kan. He removed thither with his family, making his home for a time on his tract consisting of two hundred and sixty acres. This he now leases to good advantage. During this time Mr. Grimm still retained the livery, and on his return to New Philadelphia bought back the hotel property, which he rents. November 8, 1870, our subject was united in marriage at Uhrichsville to Miss Martha E., daughter of George and Mary (Wilson) Goodwin, na tives of this state. The father now makes his home in Canton, but the mother is deceased, passing away July 28,1863. The Goodwin family included sixteen children, thirteen of whom grew to mature years and were married. They were named respectively: Rachel, Oliver, Albert, Elizabeth, Anderson, Caroline, Cassie, Ada, Alpha, .Jennie, John, Pauline and Jetta. Mr. and Mrs. Goodwin were members in good standing of the Methodist Episcopal Church. To our subject and his estimable wife there have been born two children, Frank, and an infant who died, unnamed. The former was born November 23, 1871, and is now a well educated and enterprising young man. Mr. Grimm is a charter member of Andrew Crawford Post, G. A. R., in this city, and in politics, as might be expected, is a stanch Republican, and takes great interest in the success of his party. He is one of the old and successful business men of the city, and, if for no other reason, he deserves prominent mention in this volume for the services which he rendered his country during the late war. ANDREW W. NICHOLSON. It is an undeniable truth that the life of any man is of great benefit to the community in which he resides when all his energies are directed toward advancing its interests, and when he lives according to the highest. principles of what he conceives to be right. Mr. Nicholson is one of these men. He has been prominently identified with every enterprise of importance in the county, and no laudable movement is allowed to fail on account of support on his part. He is at present President of the Cambridge Roofing Company, which position lre has held for the past seven years. Mr. Nicholson was born in Guernsey County, December 21, 1833, and is the son of Robert and Agnes (Williams) Nicholson, natives of Fifeshire, Scotland. The father was a carpenter by trade, and emigrated to the United States with his fam- 182 - PORTRAIT AND BIOGRAPHICAL RECORD. ily in 1819, locating lirst near Frederick, Md. Two years later, however, he thought to try his fortunes in this then Western state, and coming hither engaged in work at his trade, and built the first jail erected in the county. He was the father of the following children: James and George, who are deceased; David now living near Cambridge; Ann and John, deceased; Margaret, who married William Railey and litres near Cambridge; Eliza and Robert, deceased; our subject, who was the next in order of birth; and his younger brother, Alexander, who is deceased. The subject of this sketch passed his boyhood days on the farm which his father occupied near Cambridge, and received his education in the district school. In 1853 he made a visit to the old home of his father and mother in Scotland, spending six months visiting the scenes and friends of his parents' home, and on the return trip encountered a stormy sea, being twenty-seven days on board the steamer which sailed from Liverpool to Quebec. He then proceeded up the St. Lawrence to Niagara Falls. In 1858 Andrew W. Nicholson was married to Elizabeth Sharp, a native of Ireland, and the daughter of John and Jane Sharp, also born in the Emerald Isle. To them were born eight children: John, residing on the home farm and superintending its operation; James A., engaged in the factory with his father; Samuel W., Secretary and Treasurer of the Cambridge Roofing Company; Nannie; Rose E.; Maggie B.; George 1)., shipping clerk in the factory; and Clarence, now deceased. In his political views Mr. Nicholson is a true-blue Republican, and is a very influential member of his party. He has been Township Trustee of this section, and in 1879 held the same position in Jackson Township. On the expiration of this latter term he was elected County Commissioner, which position he held during the building of the court house and Children's Home. The former institution was paid for before his term expired, and during his term there was also an addition made to the County Infirmary costing $10,000, and the Carson Bridge at Cambridge and five others on Wills Creek were built. With an intelligent regad for mankind, and a deep affection for his own family, our subject endeavors to honorably fulfill all the duties devolving upon him, and in so doing has gained the respect of all with whom he comes in con tact. GEORGE GARDNER has been Mayor of New Comerstown since April, 1894, having been elected on the Republican ticket. His constituents feel that in choosing him to serve in this capacity they have proven their own wisdom, for Mr. Gardner's administration of the affairs of the office commends itself to all thinking men. In manner he is courteous to all, and is making hosts of friends in an official capacity, as. well as personally. For the past fourteen years he has been engaged in conducting a butcher-shop in this city and enjoys the patronage of the best families. The birth of our subject occurred in this city, January 27, 1852, and his early education was obtained in the common schools. From his eighteenth year he worked on the Pan Handle Railroad, and after reaching his majority was given the position of foreman, a place which he held for ten or twelve years. During this time his record 'was of the best, and his superiors were thoroughly satisfied with the manner in which he advanced their interests and the fidelity with which he served them. February 20, 1879, George Gardner was married to Miss Nettie, daughter of Elisha Pocock. Three children have come to bless their union, a son and two little daughters, who in the order of their birth are named as follows: Clarence, Bessie and Emma. In everything pertaining to the good of the community in which he dwells, .Mr. Gardner is active and interested. He is a patriotic citizen, and uses his right of franchise in favor of the Republican party. In his social relations he is a member of Lodge No. 44.5, I. O. O. F.; and Lone Star Lodge No. 175, A. F. & A. M. The parents of our subject were William and Susan (Tufford) Gardner. They were both natives PORTRAIT AND BIOGRAPHICAL RECORD - 183 of New Jersey, the father having been born in New Brunswick, that state, in 1798. His wife was also born in the same locality, March 27, 1810, and when only six years of age was brought by her parents to Tuscarawas County. Her death occurred May 10, 1878, her husband having preceded her to the better land some two years, his demise having occurred April 24, 1876. In company with Paul Roberts, William Gardner erected a mill in 1836, the first put up within the limits of New Comerstown. He was a man of enterprise and push, ever alert to the best interests of his home town. The family numbered many warm friends in this community, and were esteemed among the best citizens of the place. ROBERT HAMMOND, a prominent citizen of Cambridge, was elected Justice of the Peace in 1894, having during the '70s also served in that capacity for a year. During a period of six years he was Clerk of the County Court, having been elected to that post. Subsequently be was engaged in the claim business and also practiced law. Of late years he has given much of his attention to real-estate and building enterprises. In 1885 he erected the substantial and handsome opera house of this place, it having a seating capacity of from eight hundred to one thousand people. John Hammond, the father of our subject, was born in Washington County, Pa.. September 16, 1805. He became an inhabitant of this county about 1829, and is still living on a farm near this city. He has followed agricultural pursuits all his life, and has been Justice of the Peace several times. In the United Presbyterian Church, with which he has been identified as a member for several decades, he is now a leading Elder. For- his wife he chose Elizabeth Scott, also of Washington County, Pa., and of their union were born eleven children, as follows: James, a real-estate man of Olathe, Kan.; Francis, who died in 5 1889, while a clerk in the Treasury Department at Washington, D. C.; William B., a wagon and carriage maker of Muskingum County; Elizabeth, Mrs. William McClellan, whose death occurred in 1890; John, a wagon and carriage manufacturer of Otsego, Muskingum County; David, who is engaged in farming in Guthrie County, Iowa; Robert, of this sketch; Johnston, who died in Cambridge in 1889; Charles, who is engaged in farming four miles northwest of this place; Mary Jane, wife of David L. Mackey, a farmer of this county; and Alexander, who is carrying on the old homestead four miles west of Cambridge. The mother of these children died in 1887, aged seventy-seven years. Robert Hammond was reared to farm life, and received a common-school education. August 9, 1861, he enlisted in Company A, Fifteenth Ohio Infantry, M. R. Dickey being his first Colonel. He was the first soldier to enlist at Mantua, and after the organization of the company went to Camp Bartlett for drill work. Thence he was lent to Camp Dennison, and after waiting for some time for arms and equipment, finally received the same and the. next day was sent to Lexington. Proceeding next to Upton Station and Camp Medille, he remained there for three weeks, when he was transferred to Green River and there passed the winter. The first battle in which he participated was that of Shiloh, April 6 and 7, 1862. In that hard-fought engagement he was so unfortunate as to lose his right leg by the bursting of a shell. The injured member was amputated, and as soon as advisable Mr. Hammond was sent on his way home, but another amputation had to be performed during the journey. He reached home in May, and in the following fall went to Cincinnati for his discharge papers, which he obtained February 21, 1863. He was very glad to get away from the army hospital, and was enabled to do so only through the instrumentality of a friend, Dr. J. P. Tingle, who went to his rescue with an order from the Government. When he had sufficiently recovered from his disastrous army experience, Mr. Hammond took a course in the Zanesville Business College, after which he read law with Col. John Ferguson, and 184 - PORTRAIT AND BIOGRAPHICAL RECORD. was admitted to the Bar in 1870. Though he has been engaged in practice more or less since that time, he is not especially fond of the business, as by nature he is more inclined to commercial transactions, and finds his talents better employed in other directions. November 15, 1870, Mr. Hammond married Ella, daughter of John W. Simons. Seven children graced their union, namely: John W., of Cambridge; Howard, who died in 1888; Charles, who is clerking; George and Jesse, who are pursuing their studies in the local schools; Geraldine and Ella. Mr. Hammond is a member of the United Presbyterian Church, and Mrs. Hammond is connected with the Baptist Church. In peace and war life Mr. Hammond has been a loyal supporter of Republican principles and patriotic measures. He is a Grand Army man, and also belongs to the Union Veteran League. A rather notable fact connected with himself and brothers is that all seven were in the Union service, Johnston, Charles and himself as members of Company A, Fifteenth Ohio Infantry; David as a member of Company B, Ninety-seventh Ohio Infantry; John and William, members of Company F, One Hundred and Sixty-ninth Ohio Infantry; and James of the One Hundred and Seventy-second Ohio Infantry, he being Adjutant of the regiment. Johnston and Robert were both wounded, but the others served without personal injury or capture. WESLEY MINOR is one of the extensive and prosperous agriculturists of Tuscarawas County, his fine homestead being situated in Dover Township. For over half a century he has lived on the farm which he still owns and operates, in 1839 having bought the nucleus of his present possession, a tract of one hundred and thirty acres. From time to time he has extended the boundaries of his farm, until now he is the fortunate owner of three hundred and thirty-eight broad acres. There were no improvements on the land at the time of its purchase, and' the many good buildings, fences, etc., stand as monuments to his handiwork. Our subject comes from a good old Virginia family, and his own birth occurred in the Old Dominion, October 15, 1811, in Loudoun County. His parents, Daniel and Pleasant Ann (Nixon) Minor, were also natives of Loudoun County. The latter was the daughter of George Nixon, and the former was a son of Thomas Minor, a hero of the Revolutionary War, and also a native of Virginia. The family originated in England, but came to America early in the eighteenth century. Our subject's father was a farmer by occupation, and about 1811 he determined to try his fortune in Ohio. With his family he made the journey, and settled near New Lisbon., Columbiana County, where they lived for some three years. In 1814 he removed to Jefferson County, and for twenty-five years thereafter cultivated a farm which he obtained from the Government. Later in life he became a resident of Morgan County, where he passed his last years. Of the ten children born to Daniel and Pleasant Minor, only three are now living, namely: Wesley; Pleasant Ann, who is the wife of William Durban, a farmer in Kansas; and John, a farmer in Missouri. Daniel Minor served through the War of 1812. Wesley Minor had no educational advantages in his youth, and attended school altogether perhaps one month. His father was poor, the family were in a new country, with an uncleared farm, so it was necessary that young Wesley should make his own way as early as possible. When he was twenty-two years of age he began working for the Zoarites, and was employed by them as a teamster for several years. In 1839 be came to this county and here first became the owner of land. The practical experience he obtained in his boyhood served him in good stead as an agriculturist, and before many years of industrious efforts had passed he found himself comfortably well off in this world's goods. In 1840 Mr. Minor married Susanna Welsh, and by her had one child, Daniel, who died in the hospital at Nashville. Tenn., in 1863. In 1844 he was wedded to Margaret Machan and the three PORTRAIT AND BIOGRAPHICAL RECORD - 185 children who came to grace their union are still living., They are Rebecca, wife of Jehu Criswell, a farmer of Dover Township; Harvey, also an agriculturist of this township; and John, whose residence is in Salt Lake City. After the death of his second wife, Mr. Minor married Miss Amelia Machan, and two children resulted from this union: Robert Bates and James E., both of whom are at home. April 17, 1891, Mrs. Amelia Minor departed this life. In his political relations Mr. Minor is a Democrat, and cast his first Presidential vote for Martin Van Buren. He has on several occasions been called upon by his fellow-citizens and neighbors to serve in positions of trust, has been Supervisor of his township, and has also proved his efficiency as School Director. AQUILLA T. RAIFF, a retired merchant of New Philadelphia, was actively engaged in the hardware business in this city for a quarter of a century, and for many years was the only man in this field of enterprise in the city. About five years ago he retired from active cares, giving the business into the charge of his son-in-law, who is still conducting the store. Our subject erected the substantial business room in which the store is located, and from this and other investments derives a good income. On North Broadway he has a beautiful and commodious residence, where, with his family, he is enjoying a season of rest and leisure. A son of Alexander and Elizabeth (Korns) Raiff, our subject was born May 4, 1824, in London, Madison County, Ohio. Alexander Raiff was a native of Germany, but became a resident of the United States in his young days. He received his education in New York and Philadelphia, and after completing his studies came to this city,' where he began the practice of medicine and continued in his chosen profession up to the time of his death, which occurred in 1830. His wife de- parted this life some two years previous to the demise of Mr. Raiff. They were married in New Philadelphia, and had born to them four children: Benjamin, now a practicing physician in Osceola, Iowa; Jacob K., of Millersburg, Holmes County, Ohio, and also a physician; Aquilla T., our subject; and Thomas B., of Millersburg, Holmes County, who died some twelve years ago. After the death of his parents, which occurred while he was still quite young, our subject went to live with his grandfather in Holmes County, this state. There he was reared and educated until he was eighteen years of age, when he started out to make his own livelihood. He learned the blacksmith's trade at Millersburg, and worked at this calling for twelve years. Then, coming to this city, he opened a blacksmith shop, in connection with a wagon and carriage manufactory. This business he conducted successfully for about eight years, at the end of which time he sold out. Until the year 1855 he was employed at his former occupation, after which for five years he ran a livery stable. His next venture was as a hotelman, and at the same time he was interested in a hardware and livery business. After a few'years as proprietor of the Exchange Hotel, he sold out to Charles Harvey, this being in the year 1862. However, he continued to conduct his hardware business for twenty-five years longer, much of this time having a monopoly of the trade hereabouts. The substantial three-story building which he erected in 1869, consisting of two business rooms, he still owns, and in addition to this he has invested in other property in this city. In 1847 Mr. Raiff wedded Miss Belinda, the accomplished daughter of David' Baltzley, a native of Cumberland County, Md. Six children came to bless this union: Austin, now deceased; Arabella, wife of Enoch Tribley, of Washington, D. C.; Clara, Mrs. Henry Kuhn, of Canal Dover; David A., who is Superintendent of the water-works at Coshocton, Coshocton County, Ohio; Alice, Mrs. H. P. Tribley, of this city; and Thomas, who resides at home in this city. Mr. Raiff uses his right of franchise in favor of the Democratic party. No citizen of this community holds a higher place in the esteem of all 186 - PORTRAIT AND BIOGRAPHICAL RECORD. than does this worthy gentleman, who has always been interested in the development and prosperity of this county and city, and has been no small factor in the achievement of these results.   SOLOMON EVERETT is an extensive agriculturist and stock-breeder, who resides in Warwick Township, within whose limits he was born and has spent the main portion of his life. He is a veteran of the late war, having served four years under the Old Flag. In times of peace and war alike he has been patriotic and faithful in his 'discharge of the duties devolving upon him as a citizen. In 1885 he purchased the homestead where he still resides, this comprising two hundred acres, in addition to which he owns another farm of one hundred acres in Clay Township. The parents of our subject were Godfrey and Mary (Haver) Everett. The father was born in this county, October 1, 1812, and died September 11, 1875. His parents, Moses and Maria (Bura- way) Everett, came to this locality from Pennsylvania about 1802. Mrs. Mary (Haver) Everett was born in Greene County. Pa., March 12, 1809; and is still living, her home being in the Everett Valley, in this township. She is a daughter of Isaac and Ann (Cree) Haver, formerly of Pennsylvania, but who became residents of Rush Township in 1827. The fattier engaged in farming here until 1859, when he died at the extreme old age of ninety years.• His wife's death occurred within three weeks of his. They were natives of Pennsylvania,and came to this portion of Ohio in 1827. Godfrey and Mary Everett were married in 1841, in Tuscarawas County. Six sons and a daughter came to bless their union, namely: Jackson, who was called to his final rest; Solomon, our subject; Isaac, a farmer near Hicksville, Ohio; George W., John G. and Thomas J., all of whom are agriculturists of this township; and Zerelda, wife of Alexander Rank, manager of the canning works at Gnadenhutten. In every sense of the word Godfrey Everett was a self-made man. His parents dying when he was only fourteen yews old, ho was bound out to his uncle, Godfrey Westover. When he arrived at his majority he was given a horse and saddle, which had been agreed upon by both parties. He then went to Trenton, now known as Tuscarawas, where he hired out by the month for the next eight years, receiving $8 per month. For some time he worked for J. Mininch, running between Steubenville and Pittsburg as a teamster. He carefully saved his earnings and finally invested in fifty acres, which is now a portion of our subject's farm. In time he increased his landed estate until at his death he owned ten hundred and twelve and a-third acres. He was very prominent, and respected by all who knew him, and as he was fair and upright in his dealings with all he never had an enemy. Solomon Everett was born August 8, 1842, and continued. to live with his parents until he was nineteen years of age, when he enlisted in Company I, Thirtieth Ohio Infantry. and after serving for four years on the southern battlefields was honorably discharged. Returning home, he rented a farm, which he .continued to operate until 18/0, at which time he rented a place in Clay Township. This estate he cultivated for fourteen years, on the expiration of which time he purchased the farm where he still lives. He has been very successful as an agriculturist, and keeps the finest grades of live stock. December 19, 1867, our subject was married in Clay Township to Annie G. Schweitzer, who was born December 21, 1840. Her parents, Samuel and Elizabeth (Meyers) Schweitzer, were natives of Switzerland, who took up their abode in. York Township, of this county, about 1829. After living there a few years, they went to Clay Township, where the father died in July, 1889, at the age of seventy-five years, after which his widow became a resident of New Philadelphia: Samuel Schweitzer was a wagon-maker by trade, and was also a successful farmer. He was a leader in the community where he dwelt, and held the follow- PORTRAIT AND BIOGRAPHICAL RECORD - 187 ing offices among others: County Commissioner, Township Trnstee, Justice of the Peace and School Director. Mrs. Everett is one of eleven children, the others being as follows: Mary, deceased; Edward, a traveling man of Minneapolis; Simon, deceased; Louisa, wife of Sparks Beal, a clerk in the Minneapolis postoffice; Louis S., a physician at Akron, Ohio; Albert, deceased; Sylvanus F., a real-estate man of New Philadelphia; Otto A., general agricultural agent at Albert Lea, Minn.; Omar, a traveling salesman of New Philadelphia; and Callie, who is unmarried and at home. Three daughters have come to bless the home of Solomon Everett and wife, namely: Ora C., who is living at home; Etta M., who is engaged in teaching school at Fry's Valley, in this county; and Jennie M., a school-teacher of Barnhill, Ohio. They have all been given high-school educations, and are fitted to adorn any society in the midst of which their lot may be cast. Mr. Everett has, manifested his interest in educational affairs by acting as School Director for several terms. He .uses his right of franchise in favor of the Republican party. he and his amiable wife are members of the Methodist Episcopal Church, and valued workers in the organization. JOHN P. MAHAFFEY, one of the proprietors of the Herald, a bright, newsy paper, published at Cambridge, is a native son of this city, born April 16, 1845. The Herald is conducted on independent principles, and is devoted to the general good of this community. The personal popularity of the business manager and the confidence which has always been accorded him by his fellows is shown in the fact of his being elected as County Clerk, on the Democratic ticket, in 1878. This was a decided victory, as the county is noted for its straight Republicanism. In company with his brother, Thomas W. Ogler, a slight history of whom is given at the end of this sketch, J. P. Mahaffey purchased the Herald March 1, 1882, and has been connected therewith since. The parents of our subject were John and Margaret (Newman) Mahaffey. The former, who was a native of Washington County, Pa., born December 31, 1817, died March 5, 1852. His wife was a native of the Island of Guernsey, born April 3, 1817. She crossed the Atlantic and arrived in Cambridge in 1834. Two years later, on January 31, she married John Mahaffey, to whom she bore six children, four of whom died in infancy. Elizabeth, the only surviving daughter, is the wife of J. S. Nichols. After the death of Mr. Mahaffey, his widow became the wife of William Ogier, April 27, 1854. He was born January 12, 1821, in Guernsey County, being a son of William Ogier, who came to Ohio. about 1806, with a colony from the Island of Guernsey. Two children were born to William Ogier and wife, namely: Thomas W., and Aurelia, who died at the age of four years. Mrs. Ogier departed this life January 3, 1892, in the faith of the Methodist Episcopal Church. The early education of J. P. ;Mahaffey was obtained in the common schools of this place. His father dying when he was quite young, he was obliged to look out for himself early in life. He decided to learn the printer's trade, and worked at that calling for several years, becoming familiar with every branch of the business. He was married, March 21, 1872, to Miss Sarah Frances Scott, who died February 9, 1873, leaving an infant son, George Francis, whose birth occurred February 2, 1873. Mrs. Mahaffey was a valued member of the Methodist Episcopal Church and was a lady of such amiable qualities that to know her was to love her. Fraternally Mr. Mahaffey is identified with Cambridge Lodge, A. F. A. M.; Cambridge Chapter, R. A. M.; with the Odd Fellows, the Encampment, the Knights of Pythias and the Grand Army Post all of this city. In 1864 he enlisted in Company A, One hundred and Seventy-second Ohio National Guards, and took part in time Kentucky and West Virginia campaigns. Thomas W. Ogier, junior partner of the firm of Mahaffey Ogier, and editor of the Herald, is a half-brother of the gentleman whose history is 188 - PORTRAIT AND BIOGRAPHICAL RECORD. given above. He was born February 25, 1455, and has passed nearly his entire life in Cambridge. Like his brother, he is a Democrat in politics, and socially is a member of the Odd Fellow's lodge and encampment. In religious faith he is a Methodist. JOHN KADERLY. This name will be at once recognized as that of one of the leading business men of New Philadelphia, where he is carrying on a profitable trade as a grain and seed dealer. He was born across the waters, in Switzerland, October 3, 1837, and is the son of Benjamin and Annie (Fry) Kaderly, who were also natives of that country. The parents emigrated to the United States in 1845, coming direct to this county, where they engaged in farm pursuits. The father purchased a tract of land in Warwick Township, including one hundred and fourteen acres, which lne placed under excellent tillage and lived upon for ten years. On disposing of this estate at the expiration of that time, he rented a sixty-acre tract in the same township, which he cultivated profitably for five years, and then located upon forty-five acres, also in Warwick Township, making this latter farm his home for a period of twenty-two years. Being at that time advanced in years, the father retired from farm life and took up his abode in Trenton, where he lived with his good wife until their decease. Benjamin Kaderly was born in the year 1814, and was seventy-four years old at the time of his death. Annie, his wife, was one year younger at the time of her death, which occurred in 1886. The paternal grandfather of our subject was Benjamin Kaderly, a native of Switzerland. To Benjamin and Annie Kaderly was granted a family of six children, two sons and four daughters, Mary, who is now deceased; John, our subject; Annie L., the wife of .John Hinig, a gardener of Goshen Township, this county; Reuben, who died in childhood; Sarah A., now Mrs. Nicholas Hert, who lives in Warwick Township; and Lotta A., the widow of Albert Roth, who makes her home in New Philadelphia. The entire family were members of the Reformed Church. The original of this sketch remained under the parental roof until attaining his twenty-second year, when he left home and, going to Will County, Ill., began clerking in a dry-goods store, remaining in that capacity for a twelvemonth, when he returned home. This was in 1861, and that same year he was united in marriage with Miss Annie, daughter of David and Elizabeth Niederhiser, a native of Warwick Township, this county. At her death in 1863 she left her husband one daughter, Emma, now the wife of Adam Gentz, a resident of New Philadelphia. The second union of our subject, which took place in 1864, was celebrated with Miss Caroline Witmer, who was born in Switzerland in 1842, and departed this life in 1870, leaving a family of three children: Gusta, who is deceased, as is also Frank; and Cora, now the wife of William Nussdorfer. The last-named is living in Dover, where her husband is engaged in the grocery business. In the year 1871 John Kaderly was married to Catherine Nussdorfer, whose birth occurred in Bavaria, Germany, iii 1847. She was one in a family of six children born to Leonard and Mar-. garetta (Schuping) Nussdorfer, who were natives of the Fatherland. By this union our subject has been blessed with six children, four sons and two daughters, viz.: Louis, deceased; Eugene, living in this city; Theodore, attending college in Cleveland; John O., Gertrude and Annie, the latter three prosecuting their studies in the public schools of New Philadelphia. Although retiring from farm work when twenty-two years old, Mr. Kaderly is the proprietor of a tract of three hundred acres of as fine land as is to be found in the county. It is located in Goshen Township and is leased at the present time. In 1861 our subject engaged in the butcher business in this city, carrying on a well regulated market for two years, when he sold out and began dealing in provisions. He continued in this enterprise until 1872, when he established a dry-goods store, and continued to follow that line of trade until 1890, PORTRAIT AND BIOGRAPHICAL RECORD - 189 when he took advantage of a good offer made him and sold out. He next began building the tile works in this city, but the following year sold his interest in the enterprise and bought stock in the New Philadelphia Wire and Iron Works, of which be is President. He also holds the same position in the New Philadelphia Light, Heat and Power Company, and in other ways is also interested in many of the leading business ventures in the city, He takes great interest in politics, and is at all times a strong supporter of the Democratic party, on which ticket he was elected a member of the School Board, also of the Board of Health. Religiously he is a consistent member of the Reformed Church, in which he holds the position of Elder, and with which he has been connected for thirty-five years. He gives a great deal of time to the success of the Sunday-school and has been a teacher for many years. He is now serving on the Building Committee, and his wide business knowledge makes him a valued member of that body. OLIVER C. POWLESON. a native and resident of New Philadelphia, was one of the brave boys in blue who fought manfully under the Stars and Stripes during the War of the Rebellion. He participated in many of the important battles and engagements of the war, and was frequently highly commended for his gallant and meritorious service. For several years he has been engaged in agricultural pursuits, but for the past two years has been a resident of this place, employing his time in superintending the Hensel Coal-mine, east of the town, and looking after his farm affairs. Mr. Powleson was born March 21, 1843, to Richard and Elizabeth (Church) Powleson. The father, who was a native of New Jersey, was born on the 11th of October, 1811, but his father, who came to America in an early day and settled near Paterson, N. J., was a native of Holland. Richard Powleson emigrated to Ohio in 1829, and settled at Bridgeport, Jefferson County. He was a physician by profession, having been educated at Wheeling, Va. In 1832 he came to New Philadelphia, where he practiced until 186.5. Under Lincoln's administration he was Postmaster of this place and was a leader in the Republican party. Religiously he was identified with the Universalist faith, but his wife was a member of the Methodist Episcopal denomination. The former departed this life November 8, 1893, and the latter died in 1844. Our subject's mother, who before her marriage was Miss Elizabeth Church, was a native of Jefferson County, Ohio. Her parents, John and Catherine Church, were born in England, and came to the United States about 1806. The father was a minister in the Methodist Episcopal Church, and continued to dwell until his death in Jefferson County. His last few years were passed upon a farm which he owned and had purchased after retiring from active religious work. Seven children were born to Richard and Elizabeth Powleson. George died in California, while engaged in mining; William L. also went to California, and died in 1881 in San Francisco, where his widow and children are still living; Mary A. died in 1870; and three other children died in infancy. Oliver C. is the youngest in order of birth. The early life of our subject was spent at home, his time being passed in the acquisition of an education. April 18, 1861, he enlisted as a member of Company F, Sixteenth Ohio Infantry, under Colonel Irvine. He went to the front by way of Wheeling, Va., where the regiment stayed long enough to get some old flint-lock muskets. They were placed on guard duty along the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad, with headquarters at Grafton, and served the entire three months of their enlistment in that locality. Though they were called out, they were too late to take part in the battle of Philippi. When their term of service had expired, the company was disbanded and Mr. Powleson returned home, as he had contracted typhoid fever. On the 3d of December, 1861, he re-enlisted, and was assigned to Company B, Eightieth Ohio Infantry, which rendezvoused at Camp Meigs. In March they reported for duty at Paducah, Ky., 190 - PORTRAIT AND BIOGRAPHICAL RECORD. and were ordered to Shiloh, where they arrived too late to take part in the battle, but nevertheless pursued the retreating rebels. They were active in the siege of Corinth, and were placed in the Second Brigade under General Sullivan, Third Division, commanded by Gen. A. J. Smith, and were in the Seventeenth Army Corps, under General Pope. The regiment took part in the battle of Iuka and in that of Corinth. In the latter our subject was wounded by a bullet, which passed through his left side. January 11, 1862, he was commissioned Second Lieutenant, and on the 4th of the following October, the day he was wounded, was made First Lieutenant. He was taken to the hospital at Corinth and after six weeks of suffering was sent home. For two months he was unable to return to the front, as his injury was very severe, the. ball having passed clear through his body. Before the wound had healed he reported for duty, but exposure soon laid him low again, and he was sent to the hospital. From there he was taken to a private house, and after six weeks of careful nursing found himself able to rejoin his regiment, which was stationed near Memphis, this being in April, 1863. Mr. Powleson took part in the siege of Vicksburg with the Fifteenth Army Corps, McPherson's Second Brigade, Third Division. After the fall of Vicksburg, he reported at Memphis, and with General Logan marched across to Chattanooga. He was in the memorable battle of Mission Ridge, on the extreme left of the Fifteenth Corps, during the 24th and Z5th of November. His command was then assigned to guard the Chattanooga & Atlanta Railroad, and was thus employed until after Atlanta had fallen. In the defense of Resaca he was called into action against Hood, and stayed in that city until Sherman started on his march through Georgia. With his command he crossed the river and marched through the Carolinas. While in Savannah he was transferred from his immediate command to fill a position on General Logan's staff. In this capacity he served until the Fifteenth Army Corps was disbanded,. when he was assigned to General Hazen's staff, with headquarters at Louisville. There he remained until September, at which time his regiment was ordered home and he was allowed to join them at Columbus. September 26 he was mustered out of service, after a most varied army experience. On leaving the army Mr. Powleson went to Poughkeepsie, N. Y., where he took a course in Eastman's Business College. In the spring of 1.866, in partnership with M. S. Nabor, he opened a hardware store in New Philadelphia, but sold out his interest in the fall of 1868 and went to Kansas, where he spent. two years, engaged in the milling business at Topeka. Returning to New Comerstown, Ohio, he went into the hardware trade, and for the next ten years was employed in conducting his place of business there; but in 1882 he sold out and became interested in farming in Oxford Township. For some twelve years thereafter he devoted himself to agricultural pursuits, and though his home is now in New Philadelphia, he he still loons after and superintends his farm. June 5, 1870, Captain Powleson was married at New Comerstown to Miss Rebecca A., daughter of David and Mary (Ross) Mulvane, prominent early settlers of this county. The father, now deceased, was a well known dry-goods merchant of this county, and the widow is now living at Topeka, Kan., with her sons. Six children were born to our subject and wife. Mary E., the eldest, is the wife of Albert Senhauser, of this place; Clark W. is deceased; Bert D. resides at home; Pearl M. is the next in order of birth; and the two youngest, Lucile H. and John D., have been adopted by their uncle, John R. Mulvane, of Topeka, Kan. The devoted wife and mother, who was a devout member of the Methodist Protestant Church and much beloved by all who knew her, departed this life March 10, 1883. A Republican in politics, Captain Powleson is also identified with the Grand Army of the Republic and the Union Veteran Union. He is also a Mason, belonging to New Philadelphia Lodge, A. F. & A. M. He is Captain of Company M, Seventeenth Ohio National Guards. While at New Comerstown he served for five years in this regiment, and has given considerable attention to the re-organization of his company, which he hopes to make one of the best in the state. The Captain feels the effects of his army service, and especially of PORTRAIT AND BIOGRAPHICAL RECORD - 191 the severe wound which he received while lighting his country's battles. he could never have survived the injury had he not been blessed with a good constitution, been temperate in his habits, and furnished with a large amount of will power. A pleasant and genial companion, he is highly esteemed by a large circle of friends and acquaintances. JESSE D. ELLIOTT is the capable and trustworthy bookkeeper of the Exchange National Bank of Canal Dover. He is a man of energetic and industrious habits, and is conscientious and painstaking in the discharge of every duty. He is a native of Tuscarawas County, his birth having occurred in New Philadelphia, October 23;1851, and in that place were spent his early years. Jesse D. Elliott, Sr., the father of our subject, was born in Mansfield, Ohio, on Christmas Day, 1819. In his early manhood he worked for two years with his uncle, Commodore Elliott, in the Philadelphia Navy Yards. In February, 1846, he married Miss Mary Bechtel, and shortly after, with his young wife, came to Ohio. Entering into partnership with Charles H. Mitchener, he engaged in the publication of the Ohio Democrat for a few years, establishing that paper on a good basis. In 1862 he was honored by being elected County Auditor, and was re-elected to that important position in 1864. A man of more than average intelligence and ability, he was much beloved by all who had the pleasure of his acquaintance. He was a member of Lodge No. 177, A. F. & A. M., and was one of the charter members of the Odd Fellows' lodge of New Philadelphia. The Elliotts were of Scotch and Irish ancestry, and were especially prominent as patriots during the War of 1812. The death of J. D. Elliott, Sr., occurred April 12, 1891, when he left a wife and four children to mourn his loss. The following tribute to his memory was written by a friend and fellow-citizen: "Under the shadow of. the great courthouse dome, at his pleasant but now desolate home, lies the pale form of one of the most intelligent and upright citizens of our city and county. Jesse D. Elliott, the pioneer printer and editor, the revered father and respected neighbor, has been gathered to his fathers, his honors thick upon him. He was once County Auditor, and made a record without a blemish. He had no narrow, selfish ambition, no greed for wealth, no thirst for empty glory. He was often honored with gratuitous appointments of trust, which he performed with modest zeal. Among others he was an intimate friend of Judge Pearce and prominent members of the Bar. To-day our beautiful city mourns his death." The first few years in the life of Jesse D. Elliott, of this notice, were passed mainly in the acquisition of an education in the public schools of his native city. However, he learned far more in the printing-office which he entered while still young in years, and in which he remained until he was in his seventeenth year. At that time 'he went to St. Louis, Mo., where he followed his trade for three months. Then, returning to New Philadelphia, he was given a position as clerk in the Auditor's office, and so well fulfilled the duties pertaining thereto that he was retained for about eleven years. He also served for one year as Auditor, by appointment upon the death of Frederick Walter, Auditor. For a few months he was a citizen of St. Paul, Minn., whither he had gone to try his fortunes in the real-estate business. In 1877 he came to Canal Dover, and was at once given a position in the bank, where he has since remained. He is a thorough and practical bookkeeper, and possesses marked talent for this branch of work. In his political convictions. he is a Democrat, and by his ballot and influence ably supports the candidates and platform of his party. ADAM K. BROOM, one of the prominent business men of Cambridge, is the owner of a large and well stocked grocery. He bought out his present business in 1889, and is making a good success of his enterprise. He is a 192 - PORTRAIT AND BIOGRAPHICAL RECORD. veteran of the late war, having participated in many of its leading battles, and is an enthusiastic member of the Grand Army of the Republic. Daniel Broom, the father of our subject, was born in Guernsey County, October 18, 1820, but his parents, Rev. Hugh and Helen (Swan) Broom, were both natives of Scotland, and settled in Cambridge Township in 1816. Rev. Hugh Broom was a minister in the Baptist Church, and aided in the organization of many congregations. For years he was pastor of what is called the Cambridge Baptist Church, three miles south of this city, and was for more than half a century actively engaged in ministerial work. He died October 25, 1863, while his wife died in the year 1354. Of their children, .James died in Kansas in 1887; George died in Ohio in 1845; Elizabeth was the wife of Nathan Huffman, now of Emporia, Kan.; Daniel was the next in the family; Christiana, wife of John McDonald, died in Guernsey County, February 11, 1889; Hugh died in March, 1893; Ellen became the wife of John Reed, and died in January, 1891, aged sixty-one years; and Jennie died in childhood. Daniel Broom married Rebecca Kimball, January 27, 1842. She was a daughter of Adam and Mary Kimball, natives of New Jersey and Pennsylvania, respectively. The Kimballs were among the earliest settlers of Guernsey County. Daniel Broom and wife had three children: Adam K.; Mary Ellen, born October 10, 1845; and George W., October 1, 1860. The daughter died January 31, 1872. George W. is a dealer in real estate and an enterprising young business man of Cambridge. The senior Mr. Broom has been a life-long farmer, but of late years has been interested in commercial and other pursuits. For eight years he was engaged in the butcher's business, after which he engaged in mining in Colorado during the winter of 1881-82, but is now living retired. He was an original Abolitionist, and voted the Free Soil ticket when no other vote of the kind was cast in his township. He was Justice of the Peace for seventeen years in Liberty Township, and only escaped further service by removing from that locality. In 1870 he was Township Assessor, and was a Trustee for two years. He and his wife are members of the Baptist Church, and in politics he is a strong Prohibitionist. Adam K. Broom was born March 6, 1843, and was brought up on a farm. He enlisted December 18, 1861, in Company I, Eightieth Ohio Infantry, and participated in the following-named battles: Farmington, siege of Corinth, Iuka, Jackson, siege of Vicksburg, Missionary Ridge, Resaca, Columbia, and numerous skirmishes at various times, and particularly on the march to the sea. He received an honorable discharge in August, 1865, at Little Rock, Ark. In 1869 our subject engaged in the butcher's business, and attended to a market in Cambridge. He removed here to make a permanent settlement in 1872, and followed his former occupation for seven years longer, after which he was engaged in the grocery business for two years. His next yen ture was going to Colorado, where he prospected for gold and silver some seven years, at the end of which time he returned to Cambridge and purchased his present store. In the fall of 1866 Adam K. Broom married Amanda C. Mathers, by whom he has had four children, namely: William H.; Mary E., wife of John G. Payne, of ,Indiana; James Franklin and Albert K. In regard to politics our subject is an unswerving Republican. ANDREW OLIPHANT LONG, deceased, was an exemplary citizen and a successful business man of Cambridge. Industrious and hard-working, he succeeded in making a good living for his family, and at the time of his demise left a valuable estate, which is now managed by his widow, who has manifested much more than ordinary ability in the conduct of her affairs. In early life Mr. Long, was an agriculturist, and during the winter terms taught school at intervals. Subsequently removing to the county. seat, he opened a grocery, which he carried on until his death. About three years prior to that event he erected a PORTRAIT AND BIOGRAPHICAL RECORD - 193 commodious and substantial residence, which has since been the home of Mrs. Long. A native of Noble County, Ohio, the subject of this sketch was born in the year 1829. His Parents were Samuel and Mary (Oliphant) Long, old and respected settlers of Noble County. The boyhood of Andrew Long passed in an uneventful manner, his time being divided between work and play and attending the district schools. When he reached man's estate he chose for his future helpmate and companion in the battles of life Miss Rebecca Jennings, their marriage being celebrated March 17, 1853. Mrs. Lon a danghter of David D. and Ruth Jennings, the former being an agriculturist of Noble County, Ohio. To Mr. and Mrs. Long were born six children, two of whom died in infancy. The others, all daughters, are as follows: Mary, who became the wife of John Saveley, of this city; Ruth, Mrs. Albert Wilson, of Martin's Ferry, Ohio; Ollie, the widow of Benjamin Urban, of this place; and Ella, who became the wife of Joseph Hilton, also of Martin's Ferry. After a life of usefulness and activity, Andrew O. Long was called to the home beyond on the 29th of April, 1876, his loss being sincerely deplored by his many friends and fellow-citizens. He was a man of upright character, just and true in all his dealings, and he enjoyed the respect of all with whom he- came in contact. In his political faith he was ever devoted to the Republican party, and at all times was thoroughly patriotic and interested in the public good. Religiously he was connected with the United Presbyterian Church, to which his wife still belongs. CHARLES HALLOWELL MITCHENER, deceased. A distinguished historian has truly said that: "the history of a country is best contained in the lives of its people." So true is this, that all able writers on human achievements atop to portray individual character before attempting to philosophize on civilization. Whoever strives to promote the general welfare of his country, who labors for the betterment of mankind, to further the cause of justice and morality, to aid in public improvements and in the advancement of civilization, becomes a public benefactor, and as such is worthy of a place on the tablets of history. With this view, the life and character of one of Ohio's distinguished pioneers, the subject of this memoir, is taken up and scanned. Our subject was born August 28, 1817, in Columbia, Lancaster County, Pa., being a son of Rynor Mitchener, who was also a native of Pennsylvania and of Welsh ancestry. There were two brothers, Quakers, who came to America with William Penn. From one of them, John, by name, was descended Charles H., whose name heads this sketch. Amidst the quiet pursuits of a country life and the endearing surroundings of a happy home, his early years were spent. His education was secured in the common schools. When he was about seventeen years of age a dark cloud was thrown over his happy youthful life by the death of his father, who was engaged in mercantile business. He left a large family to the mercies of a cold world, with small provision for their support, as his firm had recently failed in business. Not long after his father's death, young Mitchener, desiring to relieve his widowed mother of some of her burdens, became an apprentice to a publishing house in Philadelphia, where he served five years. At the end of this time he concluded that the West afforded the best field for him to begin his career in life, and accordingly, with all his worldly possessions on his back, he started over the mountains on foot. He possessed only $10 in cash, as he had given the remainder of his earnings to his mother. Reaching Pittsburg, he tarried there for a time, in order to replenish his purse, and this done he continued his onward march toward the setting sun. When he arrived at Massillon, Ohio, he met a printer who informed him of a very favorable opening at Canal Dover. The two tramped on together to that town. Arriving there, they purchased on credit an old printing outfit which they found there, and with little ceremony the Ohio Democrat was born, and its pages of news and literature spread before the world. Mr. Mitch- 194 - PORTRAIT AND BIOGRAPHICAL RECORD. ener's partner, Mr. Hill, soon withdrew from the newspaper field to pursue his journey farther west, and the founder of the now well known journal was left alone. He secured the services of a printer's devil, and continued steadily conducting his paper. He did the editorial, work, type-setting, and even the distribution of the sheet. This was in 1839, when times were very hard and little or no money was in circulation. The young editor was unable to make collections enough to meet his bills, and was about to throw up his enterprise, when a friend, John Tucker, came to the rescue and offered him his board free and the use of his horse to make collections through the county. He also paid the rent of the office for six months in advance. This kindly aid put new life and vigor into the publisher of the ,Democrat, and he started with a redoubled determination to succeed. In 1841 Mr. Mitchener removed his newspaper plant to New Philadelphia, and later took in as a partner Charles H. Mathews, who continued with him until 1849. At that time our subject sold out his interest to Jesse a Elliott. In 1843 Mr. Mitchener was appointed County Clerk, which position he held until 1850. During this period he had pursued studies in law, and when he retired from the office of County Clerk was admitted to the Bar. He at once opened a law office, and later formed a partnership with A. T. Ready, which connection existed for twenty-five years. For much of this time his was the leading law firm of the county, and their practice was extensive and profitable. Mr. Mitchener withdrew from the firm in 1875, Mr. Stockwell taking his place. In company with Thomas Moore, he then engaged in the real-estate and banking business, and continued in this line for about two years, when, on account of failing health, he retired from active business. On Thanksgiving Day of 1877 he was stricken with paralysis, from which he never recovered, and his death occurred May 10, 1878. In politics Mr. Mitchener was a Democrat of the old school, and was known as the "Father of Democracy" in Tuscarawas County. In 1866 he was a Democratic candidate for Congress, but was defeated, as the Republicans elected their entire ticket. In 1859 his name was used, against his wishes, for Probate Jndge, and he was defeated though he ran ahead of his ticket. In 1852 he. was chosen Presidential Elector for Franklin Pierce, and in 1872 he was elected a member of the Constitutional Convention, in which he acquitted himself with credit. he was a firm believer in the preservation of the Union, and was made Chairman of the County Military Committee early in the war. doing efficient service in that office. During his leisure moments in the latter part of his life he was engaged in preparing for publication a work entitled "Ohio Annals," containing accounts of historical events and personal reminiscences of the Muskingum Valley. This work was published in 1876, and affords interesting and instructive reading, especially for those who have been in any way associated with that section of the country. Charles H. Mitchener was. the only son in a family of five children. His sisters received good educations and became teachers. Louisa, the only one now living, married A. J. Dickinson, of Fremont, Ohio. Our subject was united in marriage, December 22, 1841, at Canal Dover, to Martha, daughter of Wilson and Ann Elliott, of Mansfield, this state. This union was blessed with nine children: Charles. E.; Mary, who married William R. Pugh, now of Columbus; William A., an attorney in Cincinnati; James P., Superintendent of Mines in Utah; Martha, who died at the age of four years; Lydia, who died at the age of twenty years; Edward, engaged in mining in Utah; Robert, a resident of Conneaut, Ohio, where he has a position as trainmaster on the Nickel Plate Railroad; and Frances, who became the wife of Louis Dickinson, and died in Fremont, Ohio, when in her twenty-seventh year. Though not a member of any particular church, Mr. Mitchener contributed liberally to the support of all denominations. Fraternally he was a member of the Odd Fellows' association. He accumulated a large estate, but before his demise his realty had depreciated greatly, and that, with some unfavorable investments, diminished largely his estate. In private life he was distinguished for his purity of character, for his charity and benevolence of heart, and for his gentle and genial disposition. Those who knew him loved .him and have never PORTRAIT AND BIOGRAPHICAL RECORD - 195 ceased to mourn his loss. Though he has passed away from the scenes of this world, he still lives in the memory of those he left behind. To those who were so fortunate as to know him his life will be a perpetual blessing, and his influence lead upward to it higher and better life. He was true to his God, true to the state, true to the best interests of the community in which he dwelt, and true in the discharge of every duty which devolved upon him. "So when a good man dies, For years beyond his ken The light he leaves behind him lies Upon the paths of men." JAMES R. BARR is editor of the Republican Press, printed in Cambridge. He has frequently served the public in official positions, and made a good record as Mayor of this place, to which office he was elected in April, 1890, and re-elected two years later. In 1881 he was chosen to serve as County Clerk, and was returned to the office in the election of 1884. He served as a member of the Cambridge Board of Education for six years, being President of the board part of the time. In politics he is an active member of the Republican organization, having been connected with the County Executive Committee of this county for fourteen years, and was twice Chairman of that body. In 1891 he became a member of the State Central Committee, which honor he still enjoys. Samuel C., father of James R. Barr, was born in Washington County, Pa., July 29, 1824. his parents, James and Sarah (Clements) Barr, were natives of County Tyrone; Ireland, and, coming to the United States about 1805, settled in Washington County, Pa. In 1836 they removed to Harrison County, Ohio, and eight years later to Guernsey. They lived on a farm until the father's death, which occurred in July, 1853, at the age of eighty-six years. His wife died January 6, 1873, in her eighty-seventh year. They had seven children, namely: Isabel, who died at the age of twenty-two years; Ellen, who became the wife of Robert Barr, and died in 1890, in Washington County, Pa.; Esther, who was the wife of Hiram Barrett, and after his death came to this county; John R., who died in 1854, on the old homestead; Samuel C., the next in order of birth; Robert S., who studied medicine, and was engaged in practice at the time of his death, which occurred in 1855; and one son who died in infancy. Samuel C. Barr married Miss Mary Dunning, whose parents were also natives of Ireland, and early settlers of Washington County, Pa. Mr. and Mrs. Barr had born to them ten children, as follows: James R.; Jemima A., wife of George Willis, a farmer of this county; John M., who is teaching school and practicing law in North Powder, Ore.; Sarah, wife of Elmer Hague, who resides in Cambridge; Joseph E., a farmer of this county; William L., living in Cambridge; Mollie B., wife of. William Norris, of Cambridge; Samuel C.; Myrtle C., at home; and Ella M., who died in childhood. The fattier of this family owns three hundred and forty-two acres of land in Cambridge Township. He is a Republican,. and served as Trustee of the township for over twenty-five years. A native of Cambridge Township, James R. Barr was born April 15, 1854, and was reared on his father's farm, where he remained until eighteen years of age. At that time he began teaching, which profession he followed for five years. In the winter of 1878-79 he took a course in pharmacy at the Michigan State University, and the following year was in partnership with C. L. Wall in the drug business. His public and official duties occupied the major portion of the next twelve years of his life. March 1, 1894, Mr. Barr became the editor of the journal which he has since conducted with ability. The circulation of the Republican Press is more than local, for the paper is considered one of the best to be found in the county, and its many friends are more than satisfied with its present management. April 7, 1881, our subject married Ada Fergu- 196 - PORTRAIT AND BIOGRAPHICAL RECORD. son, daughter of Hiram C. and Amanda (Bald-ridge) Ferguson. Four children have come to bless their union, as follows: Vera, Ada, Fay and Eva. The parents are esteemed members of the Presbyterian Church. Socially Mr. Barr belongs to the Knights Templar, is a Thirty-second Degree Mason, and also belongs to Cambridge Lodge, K. of P. FREDERICK C. NIEDERHEISER, who was one of the brave boys in blue during the War of the Rebellion, is now Mayor of Blakes Mills. He was born in the canton of Berne, Switzerland, September 4, 1829, and received a good education in the common and high schools of his native place. The parents of Frederick C. were Christian and Mary E. (Durig) Niederheiser. The former was a merchant, and the son of one Daniel, who was a blacksmith. In 1854 Christian Niederheiser emigrated to the United States, and soon afterward cast in his lot with the inhabitants of Tuscarawas County. He purchased a farm in Dover Township, on the Crooked Run, and set to work with energy to improve his place. In his native land he was quite prominent, and held the position of President of his village or community. In politics he was a Democrat, and in religion adhered to the German Reformed Church. November 12, 1863, he was called from this life, while his wife, Mary, died August 22, 1862. Of their twelve children three became residents of this county. They are as follows: Gottleib S., who lives in Waterloo County, Canada; Susan M., who became the wife of Benjamin Buhlmann, and resides in Andrew County, Mo.; and Frederick C., whose name heads this sketch. In 1854 our subject came to the United States, and three years later was married. For a few years thereafter his home was in Shanesville, in which city he was living when the war broke out. In October. 1863, he enlisted at Uhrichsville in the Twenty-third Ohio Infantry, being assigned to Company K, and sent to Columbus, where he was placed on detailed duty for six months in the department of transportation. During his entire army service his headquarters were at Columbus, though he was absent most of the time at other points. He made trips to Nashville, Chattanooga, Vicksburg and Atlanta, at the latter point meeting Sherman's army on their march to the sea. His business was to escort recruits to points where they were needed, and on his return bring back prisoners. The last expedition on which our subject was sent was to Wilmington, S. C. Finding the vessel crowded in which he had intended to take passage for New York, hc, with others of the troops, was transferred to the " General Sedgwick," a One new transport. This was about the 1st of April, 1865. The crowded ship was bound for Fortress Monroe, but while off Cape Hatteras it took fire and burned to the water's edge. There were fifteen hundred passengers on board, consisting of soldiers and southern families, and all of this number, with the exception of twenty-nine Union soldiers, lost their lives. The Union men were rescued by our subject and others of the " General Sedgwick," which ,went as near to the burning vessel as possible, the sea running very high. This experience was a terrible one, never to be forgotten by an eye-witness, and our subject has often remarked that he would rather have passed through all the battles of the war. The " General Sedgwick" arrived in New York City in safety, but our subject was very sick, his illness having resulted from the exposure to which he had been subject while saving the lives of the rescued men from the burning vessel. Returning to Columbus, he was there discharged, May 9, 1865. In his department of the service promotions were not in order, though much of the time he held the rank of sergeant. Until 1867 Mr. Niederheiser engaged at his former occupation as a wagon-maker, and in the last mentioned year went to New Philadelphia. There he made his residence for some three years, after which, in 1870, he came to Makes Mills. For the past quarter of a century of his residence in this place his time has been largely occupied in work- PORTRAIT AND BIOGRAPHICAL RECORD - 197 ing at his trade. He has been successful in the acquisition of a competence, as he is industrious and a thorough workman. August 4, 1857, our subject married Ann Schnyder. The lady is a daughter of Christian and Elizabeth (Grunig) Schnyder. The former is deceased, but his wife is still living, in the enjoyment of good health, and makes her home with her daughter Ann. To Mr. and Mrs. Niederheiser have been born four children: Bertha, who became the wife of Rev. Thomas Scantleburg, of the Methodist Episcopal Church; John R., conductor on the Cincinnati, Lebanon & Northern Railway; Fred L., engineer on the "Big Four;" and Franc L., County Surveyor of Ashland County, Ohio. Mrs. Scantleburg has three children, Mabel, Ralph and Lucy, the latter of whom lives with her grandparents. Mr. Scantleburg was called to his final rest June 12, 1891. Our subject is a member of Andrew Crawford Post No. 6, G. A. R., and is also identified with the Union Veteran League. He and his estimable wife are members of the German Reformed Church, and active workers in various benevolent organizations. Our subject reflects credit upon the land of his birth and the land of his adoption, for he is a true patriot and devoted to the best interests of the community in which his home is made. JOHN C. DONAHEY, ex-County Clerk of Tuscarawas County, is an active worker in the ranks of the Democratic party, and since attaining his majority has frequently been sent as a delegate to local conventions. While serving as a county official he acquitted himself to the full satisfaction of his constituents, as was shown by his being continued so long in the place. As a citizen he is held in great esteem, and is one of the foremost men of New Philadelphia. James Donahey, the father of John C., was a native of Pennsylvania, but removed with his parents to this county while quite young. His father, James, Sr., a farmer, was a native of Ireland, who came to the United States at an early day, settling near Pittsburg, Pa. James, Jr., served during the late War of the Rebellion, being a teamster in the army, and the senior James was a soldier in the War of 1812. For many years James Donahey, Jr., operated a farm in Perry Township, where he died in his eighty-second year. He was a Democrat, and held a number of township positions on various occasions, Religiously he was identified with the Presbyterian denomination. His wife, whose girlhood name was Isabel McCoy, was a native of this county and of Irish parentage. Her father was a farmer in Perry Township. Mrs. Donahey died at the age of forty-eight years, leaving a large number of friends and acquintances who deeply mourned her loss. Of her thirteen children twelve grew to maturity. In the order of their birth they were as follows: Nancy (deceased), Isabel, Robert M. (deceased), Cassie, Jane, Mary, James M., John C., Jesse F., Philander (deceased), Elsie A. and Amanda. The birth of our subject occurred October 13, 1845, in Perry Township, and with his parents he continued to make his home until he was twenty-six years of age. His early education was obtained in the public schools, after which he completed his studies in Hagerstown Academy. When eighteen years old he procured a certificate to teach, and continued in this profession for about twelve years. For the next twelve years his attention was given to the stock business, in which he met with distinct success. His father, who owned a valuable farm of two hundred and fifty acres, raised and dealt in stock, and in this manner his son had acquired a practical knowledge of the business. A portion of his time during the twelve years last mentioned was devoted to farming in Perry Township. In the fall of 1887 Mr. Donahey was elected to the position of County Clerk on the Democratic ticket, and served so faithfully that he was re-elected to the position. In the fall of 1890 he was returned to the office, receiving a majority of eleven hundred and fifty votes, and continued to serve until Au- 198 - PORTRAIT AND BIOGRAPHICAL RECORD. gust, 1894. For about eight years he was Township Clerk of Perry Township, and had the honor of being the first Mayor of the village of West Chester, at the same time acting as Justice of the Peace. Since his last term of office expired he has not been actively engaged in any particular line of work, but will doubtless soon embark in a new enterprise. March 21, 1871, our subject was married, in Perry Township, to Kate L., daughter of Jacob and Harriet (Titus) Cheney, old settlers of this county. Three sons have been born to Mr. and Mrs. Donahey, as follows: Alvin V., a printer by trade; James H., who has also learned the printer's trade, but is now in the art school at Cleveland; and John W. James H. has developed quite a talent as an artist, and has for his special aim the desire to become a magazine or press illustrator. Ills father possesses many specimens of his handiwork, which plainly show great ability and promise for the young man. The pleasant and commodious home of our subject is the abode of hospitality, and its doors are always wide open for the entertainment of their many friends. In company with his wife, he hold's membership with the Methodist. Episcopal Church. Fraternally he is a member of the Masonic order, and belongs to. Equity Lodge No. 73, K. of P.