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550 - HARRISON COUNTY. Ah! Mr. Critic, so I will, And make mention of that good old Freeport Mill, Whose constant clack, and hum and roar Makes glad the town of Freeport as in days of yore. And now, where I heard the plowboy's song, The locomotive rolls along, And makes a noise that is louder still, As it echoes back from Padies hill. My native village, ever dear— I may not check this rising tear; My friends are gone, but few remain That I may ever see again. The old Bear den of " 29," Surrounded by a dozen pine, The beauty of it was sublime, But oh! the vandal hand of time Has destroyed all the pine; Or perhaps there may be one To tell us what the vandal done. JAMES HENDERSON (deceased) was a son of John Henderson, who was born in Ireland, and came to America when a lad of sixteen years. With his parents John Henderson made a temporary settlement in Indiana County, Penn., where he was married and reared a family of four sons and seven daughters. In 1816, with his family, he came to Harrison County, Ohio, where he died in February, 1862; his widow survived him until May, 1878; both had been active members of the Presbyterian Church, and died in the full belief in a happiness beyond this life. James Henderson, the subject proper of this sketch, was born September 11, 1813, in Pennsylvania, and was less than four years of age when he was brought to Harrison County. He here grew to manhood on his father's farm, but at the age of twenty-one turned his attention to the carpenter's trade, and later became widely known as a most excellent workman. At the age of twenty-five, in October, 1838, he chose, for his life companion, Miss Susannah McClintock, daughter of Thomas and Elizabeth (Fisher) McClintock. Thomas McClintock was born in Ireland, but was brought to America when but six weeks old. 'When he married he first located near the Ridge Church, Harrison County, Ohio, and reared a family of three sons and eight daughters. About 1824 he, with his family, moved to near Franklin, and there resided the remainder of his life; he died in the Presbyter ian faith; his wife had always been a Methodist. To Mr. and Mrs. James Henderson were born seven sons and three daughters: John, Thomas, Alexander, Elizabeth Jane, George, Lovina, Barbara, Henry, Walter and William Homer, of whom Thomas and Walter are deceased. James Henderson, our subject, died November 1, 1889, having been an invalid for three years. During his life be and his good wife, by economy and the exercise of good judgment, accumulated quite a nice little fortune. The old homestead comprises 130 acres in a good state of cultivation, and here Mrs. Henderson resides with her youngest son. Mr. Henderson had ever been a devout Christian, and passed away in the full belief in a happy home in the world beyond. The deceased, in January, 1866, united with the Presbyterian Church of Ridge, Harrison Co., Ohio, in which he was a devout worshiper till his death. Kind in heart, and genial in disposition, he was an agreeable companion and excellent neighbor. He was noted for his great hospitality in his home, and his kindness to the poor, and his sympathy for the afflicted and suffering knew no limit. Mr. Henderson was a man of good business qualities, enterprise and thrift, and these talents were shown in the successful manner in which he conducted his business on his farm and with his neighbors. As a husband, his kindness was full of charm; as a father, his word was law, vested in love; as a neighbor, always ready to help in time of need. JOHN MARTIN is one of the old settlers and most esteemed agriculturists of Harrison County, within whose borders almost seventy years of his life have been spent. Among its farmers he has toiled and planned and prospered, and when at last the final summons shall call him to his final reward, it will truly be said of him that Harrison County loses one of its best citizens. John Martin was born in Jefferson County, Va., November 5, 1805, a son of Peter and HARRISON COUNTY - 553 Elizabeth (Heberling) Martin, former a native of New Jersey. The Martin family came to America prior to the Revolutionary War, and an uncle of our subject, Jonathan Martin, was a soldier in that struggle, on the side of the colonists. Peter Martin grew to manhood in New Jersey, and thence moved to Virginia, where he married Miss Elizabeth Heberling, a native of Maryland. In 823 the couple, with their family, came to Ohio, settling in Short Creek Township, Harrison County, where they spent the remainder of their lives, the father dying first, at the age of seventy-three years, the mother surviving him several years, and reaching the patriarchal age of eighty-four; he was a member of the Presbyterian Church, and she of the Baptist. They were the parents of ten children, named as follows: Luther, Nancy, Sally, John, Betsy, Jacob, Susan, William, George and Jesse, all of whom save our subject and his brothers, George (living near Zanesville, Ohio), and Jesse (in Green Township, Harrison County), are now deceased. John Martin was eighteen years of age when he came to Harrison County. His parents were poor, and early did he have to put his young shoulders to the wheel to help support the family and himself. He worked by the day, the month and the year for ten or more years, at first getting but twenty-five cents per day, and fifty cents when he worked in the harvest field. He had a desire for an education, and in inclement weather, when he could not work out of doors, and such other times as he could spare, he attended school. Determining to succeed, be resolutely went to work with that intent, and being possessed of good judgment and business tact, he made his efforts so effective that from a poor, homeless farm boy he kept on rising, until to-day he is the owner of 275 acres of finely improved land in Short Creek Township, Harrison County. In their old age his parents came to his home, where they remained until called away by death. Politically our subject was originally a Whig, casting his first presidential vote for John Quincy Adams. Upon 30 the formation of the Republican party, he identified himself therewith, and has since been found in the ranks. He has never sought or held office, preferring to devote his entire attention to his own business affairs. He now resides in Georgetown, Short Creek Township, and, at the patriarchal age of eighty-five, he is yet hale and hearty, enjoying the respect and esteem of the people of the county he has in his long, busy life done so much toward building up. JOHN THOMPSON, one of the oldest and most honored residents of Harrison County, was born August 8, 1808, in Half Moon Valley, Penn., his paternal ancestry having been Irish and his maternal ancestry, Scotch, who, coming to the shores of America in the latter part of the last century, immediately adopted the habits and politics of their new home. The grandfather of our subject was twice married, first to Eleanor Lindsey, who died in Pennsylvania and was buried in the Quaker Cemetery in Half Moon Valley. He was the father of twelve children, of whom Thomas was the immediate progenitor of the Thompson families now residents of Harrison County. He grew to manhood in the Keystone State, and here learned the trade of brick and stone-mason. On May 4, 1803, he was married to Catherine, daughter of Thomas Weston, whose ancestry originally came from Germany, and were among the earliest settlers in Pennsylvania. In 1816 Mr. and Mrs. Thompson came with their family to Harrison County, Ohio, and here died, the mother, May 29, 1860, at the age of seventy-five years, and the father January 18, 1875, aged ninety-five years. They were both members of the Methodist Episcopal Church at Cadiz, and they now sleep their last sleep in Bethel Cemetery in Green Township. They were the parents of eleven children, as follows: one that died in infancy, Nancy, John, Sarah, Thomas, Mary, Catherine, Elijah, Eleanor, Joseph and Rachel Jane. 554 - HARRISON COUNTY Of this family, John Thompson, whose name heads this commemorative memoir, spent his early life on his father's farm, and in prosecuting his studies at the district schools of the period. In early youth he became united in marriage with Betsy Baker, who died in 1851, leaving the following named children: Thomas, Margaret, John B., Mary, Rezin, Joseph M., Sarah C., Nancy E. and Elijah. On September 27, 1859, Mr. Thompson took to himself a second wife in the person of Miss Hannah, daughter of Joseph Lewis. By this union there is no issue. The declining years of Mr. and Mrs. Thompson are comforted by the filial care of the daughter, Sarah C. After his first marriage Mr. Thompson purchased the farm in Green Township on which he still resides, and which he has greatly improved by industry and good management. ANTILLES STARKEY. The Starkey family are of German descent, and for many years previous to 1800 resided in Loudoun County, Va. The eldest of the family of whom any record is known is Joseph, the grandfather of our subject. He was a soldier of the Revolution, and while in his native State was taken prisoner, and carried as a captive over the same ground as his grandson Antilles was, nearly ninety years later. Joseph Starkey, father of the family now resident in Freeport, spent much of his youth and early manhood in his native county. He received exceptional advantages, educationally, and on his coming to Ohio was engaged as a teacher, a profession which he followed many years. He had three brothers, Isaac, Thomas and Gabriel, of whom the two last named were in the War of 1812. Soon after his arrival in Belmont County, Ohio, in 1825, Joseph Starkey was married to Mary Romans, a daughter of Thomas Romans, and the children born to this union were named as follows: Moses, Anna M., James Monroe, Florinda, Jesse, Comly, Orlando, Adeline and Antilles. Five of these sons were in the War of the Rebellion, one being killed in battle in Virginia. Joseph Starkey was one of the earliest Whigs, and was earnest in his support and assistance to the party. Always engaged in teaching he never mingled much with other matters, save those to the advantage of his county, and consequently became successful. The family have always been identified with the Baptist Church. In 881 Mr. Starkey died, his wife in 1882. Antilles Starkey was born January 27, 1845, in Monroe County, Ohio. In 1861, at the age of sixteen, he enlisted in the Fifth Ohio Cavalry, thus showing that the blood of his warlike ancestor coursed through his veins. His regiment was sent to join the Army of the Cumberland, they being assigned to Buell's command. From this on the history of the regiment is but that of the army, as they followed its movements and participated in its success until the close of the war, being in the Atlanta campaign, on the march to the sea, and also from Savannah north through South Carolina and North Carolina, in the battles of Shiloh, Corinth, Iuka, Missionary Ridge and Knoxville. While doing advance picket duty in company with some others, Mr. Starkey encountered Wade Hampton's troops, and he and his companions were captured. Their horses were taken from them, and they were compelled to walk the entire distance to Richmond, where they were confined in Libby prison. Here they remained but a short time, as Richmond was soon evacuated, and the prisoners were paroled. While at or near Ripley, Miss., Mr. Starkey was on a reconnoitering expedition in command of a squad of soldiers. While the men were preparing their food and attending to the wants of their horses, Mr. Starkey stood guard a short distance down the road, where it was intersected by others. Here he concealed himself in a clump of bushes. Hardly had he taken his position when a solitary horseman appeared, riding leisurely, little thinking of the nearness of an enemy. He was soon, however, made aware of the fact by a command to halt. HARRISON COUNTY - 555 He wheeled his horse, but perceiving that he was cornered by the rifle of his challenger, he stopped. To the inquiry as to his business, he said he was a physician at Ripley, and was returning from a professional call. When informed that his explanation would have to be made to the commander of the Union forces, he made known his identity, saying he was a lieutenant-colonel in the Confederate service. He was paroled, and his name then made known. He was L. Q. C. Lamar, afterward a cabinet officer under Cleveland, and at present on the supreme bench of the United States. In 1865 Mr. Starkey was mustered out at Camp Chase, and immediately returned home. In 1867 he was married to Evaline Dick, daughter of Samuel Dick, and she died September 16, 1879, the mother of the following named children: Delmar, Mary M., Harlie and Inez. In September, 1881, Mr. Starkey was married to Evaline, daughter of William Angus, and one child, Willie, has blessed this union. In politics Mr. Starkey has always been a faithful Republican, and has been among the energetic supporters of that party. In 1883 he was appointed deputy sheriff of his county, and served continuously under two administrations, thus showing that the duties of the office were discharged with satisfaction to all. JOHN N. MILLER. The ancestors of the Miller family in Harrison County came from North Carolina. Mason Miller, the first to come to Ohio, married Ruth Howard, and at once, with his bride, left the Old North State for the then Far West, and after a long and tedious journey, during which paths had to be cut through forests, and rivers had to be forded, at times riding and at other times walking, they at last reached Ohio, where they purchased a farm in Short Creek Township, Harrison County. For a while they resided in this tract, and then entered a large tract in Freeport Township, and, still later, one in Washington Township, where they permanently made their home, which they carved out of the wilderness. They became highly respected by their neighbors, and after a long and useful life passed away, leaving the following named children: Asa, Nathan, Stephen, Eli, Richard, Sarah, Mary, Edith, William and Thomas. Nathan Miller, the second son of Mason, and the father of the gentleman whose name heads this sketch, was reared on the home farm, in the development of which he took an active part. In his early youth he was married to Amy Jones, of Washington, who bore him the following children: Ruth Ann (Mrs. William Wallace), Jason, John N., Ardenna J. (Mrs. Joseph Miller) and Elizabeth A. (Mrs. Leander Wallace). Nathan Miller, in his early days, was a Democrat in politics, but in 1840 united with the Whig party, with which he remained until his death. He became a very prominent man in his township, quite popular with his party, and by it was repeatedly elected to office. He was progressive in his ideas, and was fully identified with every measure that had a tendency toward the advancement or improvement of the condition of the community in which his lot was cast. His death took place in 1882, when he was aged seventy-six years, and that of his wife in 1885, when she was aged seventy-three years. John N. Miller, the second son of Nathan Miller, was born October 20, 1836, in Washington Township, Harrison Co., Ohio. He spent his youth in attendance at the schools of the period, during his leisure from the duties which claimed so much of his attention on the farm. His life has been one of hard work and economy, and by it he has succeeded in making a competency. His success is due to his own efforts, he having commenced life with no aid from any, but gradually he has added to his possessions, and now has a small, well-stocked farm, situated about three miles from Freeport, which he has largely improved himself. As in finances, so he is in educational matters, his knowledge, which is varied, having been acquired after his school days were over, and when, in the spare time from his work, he found opportunity to 556 - HARRISON COUNTY. gratify his desire for knowledge. He takes an especial interest in the political affairs of his country, and is exceptionally well informed on the leading questions of the day. He has always, however, been identified with the Republican party, but is not actively engaged in politics. He has ever been found among the representative men of his county and township, as well as among the liberal supporters of charity, and other matters of public and private benefit. On April 1, 1862, he chose, as his life's partner, Mary Guthrie, daughter of Benjamin C. Guthrie, of Franklin Township, and two children have been born to them, viz. : Anna Belle and Benjamin N., the latter of whom is now deceased. JAMES K. TAYLOR. In some phase of life every one may find his vocation, one which he can fill with pleasure to himself and to the satisfaction of his friends and patrons—one in which he can excel, and apparently with little effort achieve the highest success. Fortunate indeed is he who finds his sphere in early life, and fills it, irrespective of its nature, so that it be honorable. Of these fortunates our subject is one. Fitted by nature with ready wit, a persuasive and pleasing manner—one who inspires confidence in his customers—Mr. Taylor is recognized as the leading auctioneer of his section, a fact doubly emphasized by the demand for his services. He was born August 7, 1817, in Greene County, Penn., of which State his father, Timothy Taylor, was also a native. The early life of Timothy Taylor was spent in farming, but after his majority he engaged in overland traffic from Baltimore, Md., to his native place. He was married to Sarah Byce, a resident of Greene County, by whom he became the father of the following named children: Lot B., David, Holsworth, Sarah, Francine, James K. and Jane, all now deceased except our subject, James K. Timothy Taylor was an active member of the Democratic party, and served as sheriff of his native county under its auspices. In 849 he came to Ohio, but met with an accident near Zanesville, which resulted in his death; Mrs. Taylor survived him until 1860. The early life of James K. Taylor was one of incessant work on the home farm, interspersed with a short attendance at the schools in winter. On June 29, 1845, he was married to Sarah Linn, daughter of John Linn, an early settler of Guernsey County, Ohio, coming from Virginia, where he had married. His journey was made on foot, beside his wife, who rode a horse, upon whose back their entire worldly goods were stowed. On their arrival here they entered the house of Mr. Linn's father, where they remained until their own cabin could be erected. The logs were piled upon one another, the spaces between being chinked with clay. The only door was a quilt, which was subsequently replaced, however, by a more substantial guard, and here, in the wilderness, they toiled, and cleared their farm. Their family comprised the following named children: Lizzie, Ann, Margaret, Agnes, Mary, Samuel, Sarah, Rebecca, Anderson F., Adam and John. Mr. Linn was in his early life bound to a blacksmith, and remained with him thirteen years, until he was aged twenty-one, and he followed his trade in Guernsey County, being widely known as an excellent workman. In 1866 he died, and was followed by his wife in 1869. After their marriage Mr. and Mrs. Taylor remained in Guernsey County for one year, and then removed to Freeport, Harrison County, where they afterward resided. Their children are named John, Andrew F., Leander, Arbena, James L., Margaret Ann, Sarah Agnes and Roland C. The mother passed to her long home December 1, 1890. Roland C. Taylor was born June 20, 1863, in Freeport, Harrison Co., Ohio, where he has made his home ever since. Here he enjoyed the advantages of the village schools, which were excellent. On June 26, 1887, he was married to Delilah Milliner, of Monroe Township, Harrison County, and two children have been born to them, viz. : Charles R. and Earl. The family HARRISON COUNTY - 557 are Democratic, and are much interested in politics. They worship at the Presbyterian Church, of which they have been life-long members. GEORGE LOVE, JR., a prosperous farmer of Nottingham Township, Harrison County, was born in Belmont County, Ohio, August 14, 1827. His grandfather, George Love, born in County Tyrone, Ireland, married Sabella Smith, also a native of County Tyrone, and they came to America about the year 1792, locating first in Pennsylvania. Some time afterward they removed to Wheeling Township, Belmont Co., Ohio, and purchased a tract of land, on which they passed their remaining days, dying in the faith expounded by the Seceder Church, of which they were members. They were parents of eight children, of whom the father of the subject of this sketch was one. George Love (second) was born in County Tyrone, Ireland, about 1784, and came to America with his parents. He married Mary Moore, also a native of County Tyrone, born in 1801, a daughter of John and Mary (Smith) Moore, and this union was blessed with three children, viz.: Thomas, who resides in Madison County, Iowa; John (deceased), and George, the subject proper of this sketch. The father departed this life on the homestead in Belmont County, February 21, 1829. George Love, whose name heads this sketch, came to Nottingham Township with his mother, August 10, 1831. This lady, after the death of her first husband, married John A. Todd, a resident of Nottingham Township, where it thus became necessary for her to take up her residence, and here her son George, our subject, grew to manhood, receiving a practical business education. On November 21, 1854, he married Miss Barbara Barclay, daughter of David and Elizabeth (Kissick) Barclay, natives of Ireland, and after marriage Mr. Love purchased his farm of 200 acres in Section 20, Nottingham Township, and here the couple have ever since resided. The union of Mr. and Mrs. Love has been blessed by the birth of twelve children, as follows: Elizabeth I. Blackwood, born October 10, 1855, and now a resident of Clay County, Kas. ; David B., an attorney at law, in Fremont, Ohio, born January 15, 1857; John, born October 17, 1858, and residing at Butler, Ohio; Mary I. Hutchinson, born February 6, 1860, residing in Moorefield Township, Harrison Co., Ohio; Annie B. Carrothers, born June 28, 1861, and a resident of Butler, Ohio; William W., born July 20, 1863, also a resident of Butler; George S., born September 16, 1865 (William W. and George S. own and operate successfully the Butler Mill, Butler, Ohio); Ulysses S., born March 29, 1867; James K., born May 27, 1869; Thomas Mc., born October 14, 1871; Ella M., born February 4, 1874; Charles B., born March 27, 1876—the last five named living at home with their parents. In politics Mr. Love is a Republican, has held several township offices, and in October, 1879, was elected commissioner of Harrison County. In religion he is a Presbyterian, and he and his wife are members of the United Presbyterian Church at Cassville. Mr. Love has in his possession a sword carried through the War of 812 by his father, who was a captain under William Henry Harrison. DAVID TENNENT, one of the oldest and most highly honored citizens of Washington Township, Harrison County, was born in York County, Penn., February 20, 1815, to which State, his father, Matthew Tennent, came from County Donegal, Ireland, where he was born in 1779. Soon after arriving at manhood Matthew, seeing the impossibility of improving his fortunes in his native country, determined to emigrate, and started for America. Settling in Pennsylvania, he engaged as a farmer, and until his marriage spent his time in working at anything that would make him the best return. When he had reached his thirtieth year he was married in Pennsylvania to Rosannah Scott, a native of County Down, Ireland. With the money Which his industry 558 - HARRISON COUNTY. and economy had enabled him to save, he purchased a farm, upon which the young couple located, but remained only a short time, selling out and with the proceeds coming to Jefferson County, Ohio. Their journey was one of difficulty and hardships, being made in a cart entirely, most of the family walking, however. They came to Harrison County in 1832, settling in Washington Township, on what is now the Jenkins Farm. Here the father and mother passed away, after a long life of hard work and toil, the former in 1853 and the latter ten years later. The family consisted of five children: William, George, Isabella, David and Robert. From his coming to America Mr. Tennent connected himself with the Democratic party, and was always an earnest supporter of its principles. In religious matters he was identified with the old-school Presbyterian Church, and was always a liberal supporter of religious enterprises. Economical, industrious and honest, Mr. and Mrs. Torment, by careful management, succeeded in making a competency. Their lives were such as to entitle them to the respect of their acquaintances, which they never failed to receive. David Tennent, during the various removals of his parents, remained with the family assisting in the duties of the farm. He received his education in the subscription schools of his various places of residence, the advantages of which schools were exceedingly limited. Nothing daunted, however, he persevered in his educational work, devoting what leisure he had to the cultivation of his mind. Thus he succeeded in laying a broad, deep foundation of mental culture, which has served him well during his whole life. On November 6, 1845, he was married to Mary, daughter of Joseph Watson, an early settler and resident of Harrison County, Ohio, and the young couple immediately settled in Washington Township, where their home has since been made. Their family comprise the following named children: Albert, Isabelle (Mrs. J. F. Randall), Nancy (Mrs. Stephen Hall), and Louisa. From his first vote Mr. Tennent has given his unqualified support to the Democratic party, and while rarely accepting any nomination for office, has always rendered his party what aid he could. For several terms, however, he served as trustee, inasmuch as his nomination and election were secured by the aid of the opposite party, who readily recognized the ability, as well as his integrity; he also served as land appraiser. He is a liberal supporter of all enterprises of benefit to his community, both in moral and educational work. His life has largely been spent in the pursuits of farming and stock-raising, in which he is still engaged. He and his faithful wife are enjoying the fruits of their labor, and are happily and contendedly passing the evening of their lives, surrounded by their children and their friends. URIAH MOORE is one of the oldest citizens now living in Moorefield Township, Harrison Co., Ohio. He was born in Greene County, Penn., March 4, 1814, but when three years old his parents migrated to Ohio, and settled in Moorefield Township, Harrison County, and purchased the farm our subject now owns, which contains 160 acres in the northeast quarter of Section 7. They erected on the land a rude log cabin, in which our subject was reared to manhood. His mother was Sarah (Shepard) Moore, who was born in 1777, a daughter of William Shepard, a native of Pennsylvania, who settled in the eastern part of Greene County, Penn., and was known among the early settlers as being a great hunter. The father of our subject was born in New Jersey in 1767, and migrated to Greene County, Penn., about 1795. Our subject had four sisters and two brothers, named Rebecca, Rachel, Mary, Elizabeth, Shepard and John, all now deceased. The father and mother of this family were active members of the Methodist Episcopal Church for many years; the former died in 1823, and the latter in 1841. When Uriah Moore was sixteen years of age he engaged with Henry Moore, of Cadiz, as an HARRISON COUNTY - 559 apprentice to the trade of wheelwright; he remained there for three years, when he returned home and erected a shop near where he now resides. He spent some years working in the shop, but his business became so dull that he turned his attention to carpenter work, which he followed for six years. On October 13, 842, he married Miss Mary Ann Fulton, who was born April 14, 1821, a daughter of Philip and Sarah (Hanna) Fulton, natives of Maryland, who came to Harrison County, Ohio, about 819. After his marriage Uriah settled on the farm where he now resides, on which he has made many improvements. Mr. and Mrs. Moore have been blessed with ten children, named as follows: Sarah A. Corbin, John F., William A., Hannah M. Dickerson, all of Moorefield Township; Albert D., in Nottingham Township; Zephaniah, postmaster at Moorefield; Anderson W. and Vincent C., in Moorefield Township; Elliott D., physician in the town of Moorefield; and Mary E., deceased. Mr. and Mrs. Uriah Moore are both active members of the Nottingham Presbyterian Church. Mr. Moore is in politics a Democrat, and has held several offices of trust in Moorefield Township. GEORGE W. WELLING, one of the young and prosperous farmers of Washington Township, Harrison County, was born June 15, 1855, in Athens Township, same county. His father, David Welling, was born in 1765, in Pennsylvania, but was among the earliest settlers of Athens Township, where, in common with the rest, he rented a small piece of land, on which he remained until lie had accumulated enough means to purchase a small farm. He was married in Pennsylvania, and reared a family of six children. Soon after his arrival in Ohio his wife died, and he afterward married Elizabeth Black, of Guernsey County, who bore him children as follows: Margaret Jane (Mrs. Finley Butler), William W., Nancy Jane (deceased), Martha A. (Mrs. Joseph White), George W., Harriet C. and John. Mr. Welling was among the organizers of the Nottingham Presbyterian Church; in politics he was a Democrat. He died in 1864, his wife in 1873. George W. Welling's life has been one of continued hard work. At an early age he commenced working for the neighboring farmers, and thus had little opportunity for cultivating his mind, even at the primitive common schools. Not getting discouraged, however, he kept manfully on, and won the respect and esteem of all, not only by his honesty and integrity, but by his industrious and excellent habits. On June 2, 1881, he was married to Laura, daughter of James Kirkpatrick, and then moved to the farm of John Clements, where he remained five years, at which time he came to his present residence. His farm consists of ninety-one acres, situated one and a half miles from West Chester, and this he has largely improved since it came into his possession. He is Democratic in politics, although he has never had much leisure to take an active part in party affairs. He is a young man of excellent habits, of progressive thoughts, and one of the most industrious in his section. His children are named William W., Ralph E. and Luella. He and his wife are members of the Nottingham Presbyterian Church. EZRA WHARTON, one of the self-made men of his section, was born June 21, 1833, in Washington Township, Harrison Co., Ohio. His father. Joel Wharton, was a native of Bucks County, Penn., where Ezra, father of Joel, resided. The children born to Ezra were as follows: Anna, Hannah, Daniel, Lynton, Amos, James, Silas, Levi and Joel. The family were long-time residents of Pennsylvania, but, in 1820, Joel and all his father's family determined to seek their fortune in the then "Wild West," and they accordingly started for Ohio, which was then regarded as the frontier of civilization. Joel Wharton came to Harrison County, locating near Harrisville, where he remained some time, and then moved to Washington Township, where the remainder of his life 560 - HARRISON COUNTY. was spent. He was a self-made man, and one who, like many of the early settlers, had much to struggle with, and many difficulties to overcome, but still persevered and was finally rewarded. Shortly after leaving Pennsylvania he was married to Abigail Bundy, and the issue of the marriage was the following named children: Martha, Bethiah, Josiah, Rachel, Talitha A., Matilda, Ezra, Abigail and Susannah. Joel Wharton was a strong Whig, and on the organization of the Republican party united with them. In 1863 he died, his wife following him to the grave in 1874. The early life of Ezra Wharton, the subject proper of this sketch, was passed in the care of the home farm, where he was taught those lessons of thrift and industry that have largely contributed to his success. Receiving the limited advantages of the common schools only, he has ever sought to remedy any defects in his education by study during whatever leisure he might have. On February 22, 1859, he was married to Martha Myers, of Franklin Township, Harrison County. Her grandfather, Michael Myers was born in Pennsylvania, where he was married to Martha Huffman, who bore him the following family: George, John, Michael, Samuel, Philip, David, Berlin, Eliza, Catherine, Rachel and James. Michael Myers came to Ohio among the earliest settlers, entering a large tract of land, and had to contest his rights with the wild beasts of the forest. In his political belief he was a Whig, and he was active in the party's work; he was a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church at Tippecanoe, and was prominent in church affairs. His son Samuel was born in 802, and spent most of his time on the farm, the onerous duties of which needed the whole force of the male portion of the family. In 1830 he was married to Mary Connell, of Franklin Township, and they immediately settled in that township, where be passed the remainder of his life, dying June 3, 1879, deeply mourned by all. Like his father, Samuel Myers was a Republican, and took an active part in politics; a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church, he was one of its liberal supporters. He was a life member of the Bible Society, a very zealous advocate of missions, and his home was a home for ministers. A self-made man, his life was a worthy example for others, and one of which too much praise can not be given. His children were Jamima, David, Martha, Jonathan, Wesley, George, Catherine, Sarah J., Amanda, Sansom, Mary J., Samuel S. and John. After marriage Mr. and Mrs. Ezra Wharton commenced the realities of life on a small scale near Tippecanoe, where they remained several years. By steady work, economy and good management, they have gradually increased their possessions until at present they own a farm of 220 acres. Their dwelling, but recently built, is a large commodious two-story frame residence, well located, and excellently finished in native wood. Hospitable and pleasant, their home has been the scene of many cheerful gatherings. In his politics Mr. Wharton has been among the stanchest supporters of the Republican party, and has taken an active part in the advancement of its interests. Himself and family are members of the Methodist Episcopal Church at Tippecanoe, and they are ever assisting in the cause of religion. The names of his children are Olive (Mrs. William Laizure), Samuel M., David B., Oscar E., and Arthur B. PETER TRUSHEL. The family bearing the name of Trushel in Harrison County comes of Pennsylvania-Dutch ancestry, the first to arrive here being Solomon Trushel, who settled with his family on land he had entered near where his grandson, our subject, now lives in North Township, Harrison County. He had seven children, all now deceased except Betsy, wife of Isaac Beavers, living in Tuscarawas County, Ohio. One son, John, father of Peter, was a native of Pennsyl- vania, born pear the Alleghany Mountains, and was about ten years old when he came with his father to this part of the country, which was HARRISON COUNTY - 565 then in a wild state, and covered with forest. At that time they took grain on pack-horses as far as Canal Dover (twenty-three miles distant), and brought back flour; John learned the trade of tanner at Canal Dover. He married Fannie Little, a native of what is now Harrison County, and they then located on the old homestead place for a time, finally settling on the farm where Valentine Trushel now lives, in North Township. They had born to them thirteen children, of whom the following is a brief record: Eli lives in Tuscarawas County, Ohio; Mahala is the widow of John Smidley, and resides in Conotton, Ohio; Joshua died of small-pox at the age of nine months; Solomon died in the army; Elizabeth is the widow of Joseph Morgan (who died in Libby Prison), and has her residence in Perrysville, Carroll County; Peter is spoken of farther on in this sketch; David lives in Harlem, Carroll County; Susanna (now deceased) was the wife of Jacob Miner; Mary is the wife of Thomas Ray, and lives at Bowerston, Harrison County; William is somewhere in the West; Sarah died when young; Valentine is a farmer in North Township, Harrison County; Abraham is deceased. The mother of this family died in June, 1875, aged seventy-five years, the father in March, 1883, at the advanced age of eighty-three; he was a hard-working man, but had to abandon his trade of tanner, on account of impaired health, and take up farming. This honored couple were members of the Lutheran Church, and lie buried in the cemetery at Bowerston. Peter Trushel, whose name appears at the opening of this sketch, was born May 21, 1835, on the place where he now lives, where he grew to manhood, attending, during the winter months, the common school of the neighborhood, the teacher thereof knowing but little more than the scholars. In 1863 he was married to Miss Susannah, daughter of Abraham and Edna (Brock) Baker, and born near Cadiz, Harrison Co., Ohio. Her grandfather, Zachariah Baker, came from Maryland to Harrison County, being one of the early settlers, and died in Carroll County. Her father was by birth a Marylander, and died in Carroll County, Ohio, April 5, 1886; he had been in early life a millwright, erecting a mill at Masterville, but farming was the main occupation of his life. Mrs. Trushel's mother is now living in Perry Township, Carroll County, at the age of four score years. They wore married in 826, and had eight children, viz. : James William and Otho Williams, both deceased; Susannah, Mrs. Peter Trushel; Dorcas Adeline, Mrs. John Trushel, in Jefferson, County, Ohio; Margaret Jane, Mrs. Robert Busby, in Carroll County; Thomas Brock, in Archer Township, Harrison County ; Nancy Ellen, Mrs. Thomas Thompson, in Green Township, and Elizabeth Ann, Mrs. Henry Markley, in North Township. After marriage Mr. and Mrs. Trushel located in North Township, just north of where they now live, and in 1867 they moved to their present place, the improvements on which are all of their own making, the commodious barn and other outbuildings having been built in 1879. This farm, comprising 433 acres of well-improved land, is situated about two miles from Scio; in addition to which Mrs. Trushel owns forty acres in Carroll County. To Mr. and Mrs. Trushel have been born three children—one son and two daughters—viz. : James Harvey, at home; Fanny Edna, now the wife of Albert Hagy, of Perry Township, Carroll County, and Kate Matilda, at home. Mrs. Trushel is a member of the Methodist Church; in politics Mr. Trushel is a Democrat. JAMES ALEXANDER, a most successful agriculturist, was born March 8, 1829, on the farm on which he still resides, in Freeport Township, Harrison Co., Ohio. His father, John Alexander, was born in County Antrim, Ireland, where his early life was spent in securing the rudiments of an education, and in his " teens " learning the weaver's trade, which he combined with farming. While yet a resident of Ireland he was married to Mary Allen, a resident of his native 566 - HARRISON COUNTY. county. There the young couple remained for some time, but finally concluded to do as so many of their race bad done—come to America. Accordingly, in 826, they embarked in a sailing vessel, and after a tedious voyage of nine weeks arrived in Philadelphia. They remained in Pennsylvania till 828, when, with their family, they came to Freeport Township, Harrison Co., Ohio, where Mr. Alexander entered eighty acres of the farm at present owned by our subject. On this he erected the ordinary log cabin, of small dimensions and not very elaborate in its finishings, and he and his faithful wife struggled with the difficulties which the pioneers all had to endure, uncomplainingly toiling on to improve and beautify the home. The children born to their marriage were as follows: Eleanor (deceased), Thomas (in Jacobsport), Jesse (deceased), Mary Ann (deceased), John (in Kansas), James (our subject), Hannah J. (deceased) and Elizabeth (in Kansas). For many years Mr. Alexander was one of the active political leaders in his section, and firmly believed in and advocated the principles of the Whig party. He, however, was not an office seeker, and would never accept political preferment. A leading member of the United Presbyterian Church at Londonderry, he was also one of its founders. In June, 1869, he died, and was laid beside his wife, who had departed this life in 838, and they now sleep in the cemetery at Londonderry. James Alexander was early taught the advantages of industrious and economical habits, which have been such important factors in his after success. While having no other advantages than those afforded by the common schools, he has, by subsequent reading and study, added much to his store of knowledge. He has always been engaged in farming and stock-raising, in which he has been uniformly successful. On the death of his father he purchased the interests of the other heirs to the home place, and has by subsequent additions increased his holdings until now he possesses 360 acres of excellent land with many valuable buildings. His success has been of his own making, he having commenced with no pecuniary assistance. Like his father he has always voted the Republican ticket, and while he would accept no nominations, still lent his aid to the success of the party. From early youth he has been a member of the United Presbyterian Church, in which he and his family at present worship. On May 27, 1852, he was married to Margaret, a daughter of Matthew Forsythe, of Freeport, and she has borne him the following named children: Matthew, Mary, John and Maggie E. On November 20, 1888, Matthew Alexander was married to Nancy Harbison, and commenced his married life on the parental farm, on which he still resides. JACOB TURNEY, farmer, Stock Township, Harrison County, was born in Rumley Township, same county, November 4, 1842, and is a son of Jonas Turney, who was born October 25, 1811, in Somerset County, Penn., where he was married to Elizabeth Carpenter, who bore him the following named children: Ann (Mrs. Michael Conaway), Mary (deceased), Elias, Jacob, Wilson (deceased), John, Sarah (Mrs. John Phoutz) and Martha. The parents of Jonas Turney, John and Mary (Horner) Turney, came from Pennsylvania at at an early day and settled in Rumley Township, bringing with them children as follows: Solomon, Jonas, Mary, Sarah, Jacob and Catherine, and in Rumley Township John Turney died November 21, 1840, his widow surviving him until 1870; Mr. Turney was a Democrat in politics, and in religion a Lutheran. Jonas Turney left Rumley Township some time after the death of his parents, and settled in Stock Township, where his family grew to maturity, and where he lost his wife, February 25, 1887, she being a consistent member of the Methodist Episcopal Church. The early life of Jacob Turney was passed in Stock Township, Harrison Co., Ohio, where, until 1862, he was engaged in performing the various duties pertaining to the farm. In the HARRISON COUNTY - 567 year named he enlisted in Company H, One Hundred and Twenty-sixth O. V. I., and served with the regiment until the battle of Manassas, where he received a sunstroke, which caused his confinement to the hospital two months; he then rejoined his company, and served until the close of the war, receiving an honorable discharge. On July 1, 1865, be was united in marriage with Elizabeth, daughter of John and Elizabeth (Hoagland) Conaway, who were parents of the following named children: Cynthia, Hannah, Charles, Jeremiah, Elizabeth, Susan, John, Michael, Martha and Rachel. Mr. Conaway came to Harrison County, Ohio, from Baltimore, Md., and was one of the pioneers of Stock Township. He was a Whig in politics, afterward a Republican, for several years was justice of the peace, and also served as trustee of the township and director of the infirmary ; he served in the War of 1812 as a soldier in the Maumee Company. He died in September, 1861, his widow following in May, 1886, and both now sleep their last sleep together in Mount Hope Cemetery. After marriage, Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Turney settled in Stock Township, Harrison County, where be is now engaged in farming and stock-raising. In politics he is a Republican, and with his family is a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church at Mount Hope, and he is well known in the community as an honest, upright and progressive citizen. HENRY HILLIER, JR., was born July 26, 1842, in Franklin Township, Harrison Co., Ohio, and his father, George Hillyer, was born in England, on the Isle of Wight, County of Hants. The father of George Hillyer, Thomas, was also a native of England, where he was married to Ann Rogers. Thomas and his family came to America, and landed in New York, where they remained some time, and then came to Franklin Township, Harrison County, where his descendants still reside. The family comprised the following children: George, William, Ann, Mary Ann, Elizabeth and Henry. In 1842, during a visit to England, Thomas Hillyer died, and was there buried. His widow survived until 1857, and she, too, passed away, in America. George Hillyer was about sixteen years of age when he was brought to America. Soon after his majority he was married to Amelia Edna, a daughter of Jewell Edna, of Franklin Township, Harrison County. The children resulting from this union were Thomas, Robert (deceased), Mary Jane, Caroline (deceased), Henry, Jr., William H., Louisa, Jewell E., Edward (deceased), Silas (deceased) and Albert. George Hillyer was first an active Whig and then a Republican. He was among the organizers of the Presbyterian Church at Feed Springs, and was always one of its liberal supporters and consistent members. In 1886 he died, and was buried by the side of his wife, who died in 1871. Henry Hillyer, Jr., has for many years been identified with the various interests and progressive movements of Harrison County, Ohio. He is a man of good mental cultivation, having received his education at the common schools, and afterward at New Hagerstown Academy. In 1864 Mr. Hillyer enlisted in the One Hundred and Seventieth O. V. I., and was in all of the engagements of that army until his discharge. . In 1862 he was married to Catherine J. Latto, whose death occurred October 25, 1888. Their children were named Eliza, Eudocia, Mary E. (deceased in 1871), Jewell L., John L., Bertha R. and Harvey E. Mr. Hillyer resides about two miles from Franklin village, and is engaged in farming and stock-raising. For many years he has taken an active part in the politics of his township and county, and he has been prominently mentioned for the office of commissioner. For several years he has been trustee, always giving satisfaction. He and family are members of the Feed Springs Presbyterian Church, in which they take an active and prominent part. From the coming of the grandfather from England to America, until the present time, the Hillyer family have sustained a 568 - HARRISON COUNTY. character for integrity and intelligence that has been unrivaled in Harrison County. The above named Jewell L. and John L., sons of Henry Hillyer, Jr., are young men of promise, both having attended college at Lebanon, Ohio. The elder one, Jewell L., aged twenty-two years, has taught six terms of school, giving general satisfaction. He intends to teach another winter term and then enter college to complete his education. John L., seventeen years of age, holds a certificate to teach school, as a result of his early studious habits. Eudocia comes as near filling the place of mother in her home as any young lady could do. She is untiring in her efforts to minister to the comforts of the family. The two younger children, Bertha and Harvey, are making considerable progress in the study and practice of music. JOHN S. McFADDEN, although as yet a young man, is one of the ablest and most progressive farmers of Stock Township, Harrison Co., Ohio, and was born in this township February 2, 1845, a son of Robert McFadden, who was born in Belmont County, Ohio, September 4, 1813. Robert McFadden, grandfather of John S. McFadden, was born October 13, 1768, in Vermont, in which State he married, October 13, 1795, Mary Morrison, who was born June 13, 1772. They came to Belmont County, Ohio, soon after marriage, and there they engaged in farming in the wilderness, reared their family and prospered, but subsequently moved to Stock Township, Harrison County. The family were Presbyterians, and in politics Mr. McFadden was a Democrat. Robert McFadden, father of John S. McFadden, passed the early part of his life in Belmont County, Ohio, until he came with his parents to Stock Township, 'Harrison County, where he entered the land on which John S. McFadden now resides. The improvements which now are exhibited on this splendid farm have been the work of three generations, and the buildings which grace it have been added to and made more beautiful as each generation came into possession. November 6, 1837, Mr. McFadden married Miss Sarah Moore, daughter of. Robert Moore, and the children born to this union were named: Mary (Mrs. George S. Johnston, deceased), James M. (deceased), Margaret (Mrs. William A. Welch), Robert H., John S., William W. (deceased), James (deceased), and Rebecca A. (Mrs. James Birney). In politics Mr. McFadden was a Democrat, and was a party leader both in county and township. With his family he was a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church at Pleasant Valley, in which for several years he was a class leader. In this faith be died, March 15, 1876, his widow following June 21, 1879. Mr. McFadden was a man of great energy and enterprise, acquiring his education by self-tuition and achieving fortune by his own exertions. Respected and esteemed by all, he was worthy of the universal regard in which he was held. John S. McFadden, the subject proper of this sketch, was reared on the home farm, in the performance of the various duties of which he was early taught to take an active part, his leisure hours being passed at the common schools. August 28, 1879, he married Miss Annie, daughter of George W. Spiker, and with his wife settled down on the home place, which he still continues to cultivate. He and wife are members of the Methodist Episcopal Church at Pleasant Valley, and are among its constant attendants. In politics he is a Democrat, and takes an active part in the political affairs of his township. Like his ancestors, he enjoys the full respect of his townsmen and the esteem of the public in general. JOHN H. ESTEP, dealer in drugs, notions, books, tobacco, etc., New Athens, Harrison County, was born in Short Creek Township, Harrison Co., Ohio, September 13, 1855, and is a son of Andrew Estep, also a native of Short Creek Township. John Estep, grandfather of our subject, came to Harrison County from Pennsylvania, in which State he HARRISON COUNTY - 569 had married Sarah Smith, daughter of Edward Smith. He settled in the woods of Short Creek Township, and died at the age of eighty-four or eighty-five years; his widow survived him some years, and died at about the same age. Their family consisted of five children, viz. : Harrison, in Loydsville, Ohio; William, an M. D., also in Loydsville; Robert, deceased; Harriet, Mrs. Taylor Linn, in Short Creek Township, and Andrew. Andrew Estep grew up a farmer, was educated in the common schools, and in 1850 was married to Miss Sarah, daughter of Andrew and Martha (Nichol) Henderson, and a native of Belmont County, Ohio. The Nichol family were of Scotch origin; from Scotland they passed to County Derry, Ireland, during the "persecution," and thence came to Cumberland County, Penn., in 1789. Later they reached Westmoreland County, and about 800 came to Colerain Township, Belmont Co., Ohio. The maternal grandmother of our subject was Jeanette Nichol, born in 801; her husband, Andrew Henderson, was born in 1798, and died in 1861. The old Nichol family Bible was purchased in 1805, at a cost of fifteen dollars and twenty-five cents, of William Mathers, St. Clairsville, Ohio, and is a cherished heirloom. Grandmother Nichol had the following named children: Martha, John N., Annie, Agnes (wife of Thomas Love, in Aledo, Ill.), Margaret (Mrs. Robert C. McConnell, in Brady, Ohio), Mary J. (wife of John Mintur, in Shepherdstown, Ohio), Andrew Jackson (deceased), Sarah Henderson (mother of our subject), Isabelle (wife of John Anderson, in Iowa), Andrew (in Hardy, Neb.), Elizabeth (Mrs. R. W. Castle, in Iowa), Harriet (Mrs. John Sweeney, also in Iowa), William T. (deceased), Thomas Jefferson and M. N. Henderson. The family record now comprises fifty-seven grandchildren living, thirty-seven deceased; three hundred great-grandchildren living, sixty-six deceased; three hundred and eighty-eight great-great-grandchildren living, forty deceased; thirty-two great-great-great-grandchildren. After the marriage of Mr. and Mrs. Estep, they, for awhile, resided on the home place in Short Creek Township, thence moved to Steubenville, Ohio, and two years later, in 1874, proceeded to Missouri, thence to Kansas, and then to Kansas City, Mo., where the father died in 1884, aged fifty-eight years; he was a Freemason and a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church. His widow, who was born in 830, still resides in Kansas City, Mo. ; she is the mother of ten children, viz. : Thomas B., an attorney in St. Louis, Mo. ; Emma, Mrs. William Purviance, in Rosedale, Kas. ; John H., our subject; James B., deceased; Harriet E., living with her mother in Kansas City; William C., Ella (Mrs. John Wolf), Andrew Smith and Sarah C., all in Kansas City, and Charles, residing with our subject, in New Athens, Ohio. Mrs. Estep is a member of the Disciples Church, and is a firm believer in immersion, although her parents were members of the United Presbyterian Church. John H. Estep was but thirteen years of age when he left home to fight life's battles for himself. He had been a farmer up to that time, and had attended the common schools. He first entered the store of Dr. Sharp, of Cadiz, Ohio, as clerk. and there learned his lessons in the line of work he had chosen to follow. He remained with the Doctor some nine months, then came to Now Athens, and entered Franklin College, where he took a special course of study in order to perfect himself in his vocation. After a few terms he went to Steubenville, and for three years traveled for J. S. Foster, wholesale dealer in drugs. He then entered the real estate and patent right business, and in 1879 opened a drug store in the " Old Erie House," in New Athens. In 1886 the house burned, and his stock was entirely destroyed, the loss being from thirteen hundred to fourteen hundred dollars, with no insurance. The same year he started again, near where the post-office now stands. Later he was appointed postmaster under Cleveland, and attended both to the duties of that position and to the demands of his business, so continuing until the incom- 570 - HARRISON COUNTY. ing of Harrison. He continues in the drug business, however, and is recognized as one of the rising young business men of the place. He is efficient and obliging, and keeps fully abreast of the times. Politically Mr. Estep is a Democrat, and in 1884, for county auditor, he carried his township by the largest majority ever given to any one; but his party was the weaker one, and was naturally defeated. He was mayor of his town four years—serving two terms and declining a re-election. In November, 1881, at New Athens, Mr. Estep married Miss Mary L., daughter of J. E. and Agnes (Cooke) Cannon, of Harrison County, Ohio, and three children have blessed this union, viz. : Arthur E., born June 23, 1883; Frank Bell, born August 20, 1886, and died at the age of two years and six months, and Paul C., born July 31, 1890. THOMAS PARKINSON. The Parkinson family, who were among the earliest settlers of Harrison County, Ohio, came originally from Maryland. Thomas, the grandfather of the gentleman of whom we write, was born in Frederick, Md., where his life was spent up to the years of maturity. Soon after attaining his majority he married Elizabeth Schleiff, and before many days of wedded life had passed they came, in company with his parents, to Ohio, settling in Green Township, Harrison County, on the farm now occupied by his grandson. Here he died in 1838, his wife following him in 1847; they lie side by side in Green Township Cemetery. Mr. Parkinson served under Washington during the entire Revolutionary War. His political tendencies were Democratic, and for many years he held the office of justice of the peace, the duties of which be so satisfactorily discharged as to win the respect and esteem of all. He and his family were members of the Campbellite Church, Of his children, numbering four sons and three daughters, Jacob, the father of our subject, was born in 1787, in Maryland, where he remained until the year 814, when he came to Ohio, and located in Smithfield Township, Jefferson County. Previous to this he had married in his native State, in 1810, Mary Kellar, and two years thereafter, in response to the call of his country, he enlisted in the War of 1812. Like his father before him, he was a supporter of the party that carried the colors of Jefferson and Jackson. He served in many positions of honor and trust in his township, among which may be mentioned trustee, justice of the peace, and others of a minor character. His death occurred in 1865, that of his wife in 1876, and their remains repose at Rehoboth Church, in Jefferson County. The children born to this honored couple were as follows: John, Thomas, Joseph, William, David, Louisa, Elizabeth, Nancy and Edward. Thomas Parkinson, the subject proper of these lines, was born February 19, 1818, in Jefferson County, Ohio, and his boyhood and youth were spent on the home place, his education being confined to the limited advantages of the common schools. On October 1, 1844, he was married to Caroline C., daughter of Abraham Cuppy, a resident of Jefferson County, Ohio, and after marriage they settled on the place where they now reside, in Green Township, Harrison County. To them were born three children, viz.: Mary Ann, born August 6, 1845, married to William H. Johnson; Susanna, born February 7, 1847, died June 17, 1870; Evaline R., born August 25, 1853, now Mrs. James Dickerson. Politically, Mr. Parkinson is recognized as one of the leaders in his section in the Democratic party. He is now the only representative in this county of the well-known Parkinson family, so highly esteemed for their social qualities and sterling integrity. He carries on general farming with much success, and his fine property, consisting of well-cultivated land and a handsome brick residence, together with a commodious barn and other necessary outbuildings, all indicate care, thrift, good management and prosperity. HARRISON COUNTY - 571 W. L. WILSON, farmer, Rumley Township, Harrison County, is a son of William H. and Margaret A. (McComb) Wilson, natives of Washington County, Penn. William H. Wilson was a son of John and Esther (Fisher) Wilson, who were the parents of nine children, viz.: William H., James, Hugh, John, Samuel, David, Esther, Margaret, all of whom were reared to maturity, but are now deceased, and Lizzie, who died in infancy. William H. Wilson, the father of our subject, was born in Washington County, Penn., September 22, 1803. When he was three years of age his parents removed to Short Creek Township, Harrison Co., Ohio, where they remained for a short time only, and then returned to Washington County, Penn. In May, 834, they removed to Rumley Township, Harrison Co., Ohio, where our subject still resides. Mr. and Mrs. Wilson were the parents of nine children, viz.: Eliza J.,wife of C. N. Coulter, in Mich. igan; John A., in Rumley Township; Hadassah A., wife of James V. Thompson, in Richland County, Ohio; R. M. (deceased); W. L., our subject; Mary E., deceased; James R., in Arkansas City, Ark. ; David Mc., deceased, and T. H., wife of S. G. Phillips, in Arkansas City, Ark. The father of this family died in August, 1887, and the mother in March, 1884, both active members of the United Presbyterian Church. Mr. Wilson was well known throughout the county, and was highly respected. W. L. Wilson, the subject proper of this sketch, was born October 29, 1841, on the farm whore he now resides. He received his education in the public schools of his native township, and was reared to manhood upon the old homestead. In August, 1880, he was married to Miss M. A. Mehoffey, of near Mount Hope, Washington County, Penn., and by this union there are five children, viz. : William R., born November 8, 1882; Mary E., born August 2, 1884; Clara M., born August 5, 1886; Hattie, born August 17, 1888, and James H., born February 9, 1890. Mr. Wilson has always resided upon the farm where he was born, and is one of the well known and highly respected agriculturists of Rumley Township. He always voted with the Republican party until 1884, since which time he has cast his vote in the temperance cause, having cast the very first Prohibition ballot in Rumley Township. Both Mr. and Mrs. Wilson are influential and consistent members of the United Presbyterian Church. WILLIAM BOLITHO, farmer, German Township, Harrison County, was born in England, March 8, 1828, and is a son of William and Elizabeth (Trezeder) Bolitho. His grandfather, Bolitho, owned a farm on Bligie Moor, Cornwall, England, and his (our subject's) father owned ten acres of ground on Buswire Moor (with lease during term of three lives), near Parkelis, Cornwall, where the family were all reared. The father was a miner part of the time, and had a family of nine children to support, viz.: John, Elizabeth, Mary, Peggy, William M., Thomas, Annie, Martin Trezeder and Martin, of whom Martin Trezeder (named after his grandfather Trezeder), the fourth son in order of birth, died when seven years old. Our subject had no chance to receive an education, but as soon as he was old enough was obliged to go to the mines with his father. In 1852, in company with his brother Thomas, he came to Harrison County, Ohio, and commenced work on the P., C. & St. L. R. R., which was then in course of construction. Some months later, December 22, 1853, he married Miss Mahala Arnold, a daughter of David and Mary (Hail) Arnold. Mr. Bolitho worked as a common laborer till 1867, when he bought the farm of forty-one acres, on which he now lives, situated on Section 17, German Township. The buildings on this farm were all built by Mr. Bolitho. Mr. and Mrs. Bolitho have had born to them six children, as follows: John, a farmer in Archer Township, Harrison County; Thomas, foreman on the P., C. & St. L. R. R., at Cadiz Junction, Ohio; Mary, deceased; Elizabeth, wife of E. L. McGuyer, an engineer 572 - HARRISON COUNTY. on the T. V. R. R., and living at Bridgeport, Ohio; Sarah, wife of James Howell, a laborer on the railroad, at Cadiz Junction, Ohio, and Rebecca F., at home. Mr. Bolitho and family are steady-going, industrious and moral people, and enjoy the respect of all who know them. JOHN MANLY (deceased) was born in Green Township, Harrison Co., Ohio, April 8, 1817, and, being descended from a long line of English-Irish ancestry, inherited those principles of industry, sterling integrity and unswerving determination of purpose, the attributes of those sturdy people, which were always prominent characteristics of his life. His parents, Allan and Rachel (Wilkin) Manly, were both worthy people of Pennsylvania, and had emigrated from their native State to Ohio in an early day; some years later they removed to Illinois, and died there at advanced ages. John Manly grew to manhood with his parents, taking an active part in the farm duties and as sisting his father in the maintenance of the family, and thus his early life was spent amidst the privations and limited advantages which fell to the lot of pioneer boys. He attended the subscription schools in the old-fashioned log school-house, with its huge, glaring fireplace and rude furnishings, and there he laid the foundation for the brilliant career which distinguished him in after years. He learned the trade of a carpenter when young, and this he followed in connection with farming for many years after becoming of age. He became identified with the anti-slavery question and gave it much careful thought. It was one of his principles to do nothing by halves, and, true to his cpnvictions, he spoke fearlessly and fluently in advocacy of them, and soon became recognized as one of the leading anti-slavery speakers and agitators in those exciting times. He was a deep thinker and careful reasoner, and was the author of many productions which won particular attention from the public. He had been denied the advantages of an education when young, and his learning was self acquired. In his later years he spent a great deal of his time in traveling, when at home in writing for publication, and he became ere his death well posted on all leading topics of the times, and spoke with intelligence and eloquence in regard to them. In 1848 he removed to Harrisville, where he continued to reside until his death, which occurred February 8, 1889. He had for years been gradually failing in body, while his mind retained its brilliancy to the last, and when death came his life went out as the fading of the day—calm and peaceful. As a citizen he was honored and esteemed by all. In public works his liberality had manifested itself in many ways. There is no greater pleasure in life than to be able to look back over one passed usefully, and in the sunset of his life Mr. Manly was comforted by the knowledge of a life well spent. Though unostentatious in his religion, he was firm in his convictions of right and wrong, and strict in the observance of the Golden Rule, and his unimpeachable character and unswerving integrity were the characteristics of a grand and noble life. In 1843 he was united in marriage with Amy Hurford Barrett, a daughter of Warden and Mary (Hurford) Barrett, and a native of Harrison County. She still survives him, and resides in her pleasant home at Harrisville. W. A. NIBLOCK. The Niblock family were natives of Ireland, where John, the grandfather of William, was born. His father, James, was an employe of the Government, and was an only son. He had but one child, John, who, after the death of his father, came with his mother to America, in 1801, remained in New York six years, and then came to Tuscarawas County, Ohio, where he met and married Jane Taylor, who bore him the following family: Jane, James and Robert (twins), John, Julia and William. The trip to Ohio was made by wagon, and such was the condition of the roads that the family were compelled to walk nearly the entire distance. After HARRISON COUNTY - 575 many weeks they arrived at their home in the wilderness, and immediately commenced to erect their cabin, which had only quilts for doors. They underwent all the struggles and hardships which beset the settlers on every hand, but finally managed to improve enough of their land to enable them to take a little needed rest. They were among the earliest members of the Seceder Church. Politically Mr. Niblock was a Democrat, but took little part in politics. In October, 846, he died, and was followed by his wife in 1870. John Niblock was born March 29, 1807, in Wall Street, New York City, and soon after his fifteenth year was apprenticed to a millwright, with whom he remained three years. He then engaged in various kinds of work, receiving the munificent wages of fifty cents per day, twenty-five cents per hundred for splitting rails, etc. He followed a nomadic life until August 30, 1829, when he was married to Sarah Gruil, who died March 1, 1840, and left three children: Mary, Nancy and Caroline. On September 23, 1841, Mr. Niblock was married to Matilda Kerr, who bore him the following family: Sarah, Rowet K., Margaret, William A., James, Henry A., Susan J. and Dorcas B. On January 24, 1881, Mrs. Niblock died, and Mr. Niblock was then married, May 23, 1889, to Margaret Porter, daughter of James Porter, of Cadiz Township, Harrison County. He is a member of the Republican party. W. A. Niblock ranks among the young and intelligent farmers of Freeport Township, Harrison County, and holds a prominent position. He was born September 9, 1849, in Freeport Township, where, for many years, his father, John, resided. He was early initiated in the duties of farm life, which he has since followed. On May 30, 1872, he was united in marriage with Celinda J., daughter of Braudus Bethel, of Freeport Township, and to this union were born the following children: Oresco, Nannie A. and Minnie F. After his marriage Mr. Nib-lock settled on the old Bethel homestead, where he carries on general farming, and also engages 31 in stock-dealing. He is a very successful buyer, and usually feeds considerable stock of different kinds for market. He is an enterprising and successful young man, and has won the confidence of all with whom he comes in contact. Of a generous and hospitable disposition, he is a favorite in all circles. A Republican, he is one of those who founds his opinions on knowledge of the facts, and not on what others may say. While his school advantages were those of his neighborhood only, still he has always been a deep reader and thinker, and is one of the well-educated men of his section. LAFAYETTE McCONNELL. Among the representative young men of his section, none perhaps had exercised more influence on the people, or more impressed them with his own merits, than he whose name heads this sketch. He was the youngest son of John and Jane (Robinson) McConnell, and was born March 7, 1844, in Athens Township, where all his life was spent. Here he grew to manhood, devoting himself to the labor of the farm, and employing his leisure in acquiring an education. His early advantages were confined to the common schools, but after some time, finding them insufficient for his desire to learn, he entered Franklin College, where he remained until March 13, 1864, when he enlisted in the Signal Corps, the duties of which he was eminently qualified to fill. He was sent to the West, where he remained on duty until the termination of the war, Fort Leavenworth and Fort Laramie being the principal points at which he was stationed. He was mustered out December 9, 1865, immediately returned home and engaged in farming, managing the home place. On October 23, 1873, he was married to Melissa J. Henderson, a daughter of John N. Henderson, a resident of New Athens. Mr. Henderson's father, Andrew, was a. native of Belmont County, Ohio, of which place his family, who were of Irish extraction, were early settlers. Andrew's early life was spent 576 - HARRISON COUNTY. in farming, a profession he followed all his life, He was married to Janet Nichol, by whom he had a large family of six sons and nine daughters, of whom all survive except three. In politics a Democrat, he always gave that party his earnest support. He and his family were members of the Associate Reformed Church for many years. He passed from earth in 1860, and his remains now rest in the Taggart Church Cemetery, Belmont County. His widow is yet living at the remarkable age of eighty-nine years, having been born January 29, 1801. Their son, John N., father of Mrs. McConnell, was, during the greater part of his life, engaged in mercantile business, from which he retired in 1870, having made a success of his many ventures, after which he engaged in contracting and other business requiring capital. He was first married, March 8, 1850, to Mary Ann, a daughter of Joseph Haverfield, a resident of Cadiz. Mrs. Henderson died September 30, 1854, leaving one child, Melissa J., who was born December 28, 1850. For his second wife Mr. Henderson married, January 10, 1856, Mary Richards, the issue of which union was two children: Grace, born December 8, 1856, and Emma Alice, born December 1, 1858. On May 30, 1859, the second Mrs. Henderson passed away, and was buried in Cadiz Cemetery, and Mr. Henderson was next married, in 1861, to Mary Scholes, by whom he had two children, Orville and Carrie. Mr, Henderson died March 12, 1882, and was buried in Unity Cemetery, Belmont County. He took an active interest in politics, and he and family were members of the United Presbyterian Church. After marriage Mr. and Mrs. McConnell came to the home place, where Mr. McConnell managed the business of his father for many years. The following are the names of his children: Frank, born April 29, 1875; Grace, born May 2, 1877; Mary, born November 16, 1880; Mark N., born October 7, 1882; Robert, born October 15, 1884, and Janet, born April 30, 1888. In his political belief Mr. McConnell was a Democrat, and took a deep interest in the welfare of his party. For many years he was trustee of his township, and in 1888 he received the party's nomination for county auditor, and although defeated, polled the full party vote. He was regarded as one of the talented men of his section, and was much esteemed by all. He died March 7, 1889, and was buried in the township cemetery, whose site he had chosen, and in which his was the first interment.J JOHN McDIVITT is a prominent tile manufacturer and farmer of Monroe Township, Harrison County. About the year 1820 his grandfather; James McDivitt, came with his family from Pennsylvania to Ohio, and took up land in North Township, Harrison County, where he passed the remainder of his life. In his family were five sons, and as a reminiscence of pioneer life, it may be stated that one of these sons walked all the way from Scio to Steubenville and back the same day, in order to have the steel laid on a broadax. The youngest child in the above mentioned family was James McDivitt, who was born in Westmoreland County, Penn., December 25, 1810, and was a lad when he came to Ohio with his parents, with whom he grew to maturity, experiencing all the hardships of pioneer life. When about twenty years of age (in 1830) he was married to Annie Birney, who was born in Green Township, Harrison Co., Ohio, in 1808, a daughter of John Birney. The young couple then located on a farm in North Township, Harrison County, and there Mrs. McDivitt died October 15, 1862, and Mr. McDivitt March 19, 1874. They were life-long members of the Methodist Church, and were held in the highest esteem by their neighbors. Mr. McDivitt was an exemplary, conscientious man, consistent in his walk, and was kind and charitable to all. To this honored couple were born ten children, the first five of whom died in infancy, and of the remaining five four are still living, viz.: Margaret, Mrs. James Nixon, of North Township; Elizabeth, Mrs. William Nixon, of Stock Township; John, whose name opens this sketch, HARRISON COUNTY - 577 and Nancy, wife of Thomas Cummings, a contractor and builder in Topeka, Kas. John McDivitt, the subject proper of this sketch, was born on the old homestead in North Township, Harrison Co., Ohio, March 10, 1845. His father had erected the first frame dwelling in the neighborhood, and in this, the leading farm residence of the section, John first saw the light of day. He was reared to farm life, and taught the rudiments of an education at the old-time log school-house, to reach which he had to walk two miles. When he had attained his majority, he entered upon an apprenticeship to learn the carpenter's trade, receiving fifteen dollars per month for the first year, and following year was competent enough to command twenty-two dollars per month. He worked five years as a journeyman in various parts of the State, and in 1873 located in Scio, Ohio, where he successfully followed contracting and building, erecting many dwelling-houses, and several of the principal buildings; he also took the contract for the erection of the Methodist Episcopal Church at Harlem Springs, Harrison County. On June 24, 1875, Mr. McDivitt was married to Miss Martha M. Easterday, a native of Harrison County, a daughter of David and Mary Easterday, and for a time they resided in Scio, where Mr. McDivitt continued to carry on his business of contractor and builder. Many edifices scattered throughout Harrison, Carroll and Jefferson Counties bear evidence to his handiwork. In 1877 Mr. McDivitt located on a farm in Stock Township, Harrison County, where, in conjunction with his trade, he carried on farming, but in the spring of 1884 he sold this place and purchased his present farm on Plum Run, in Monroe Township, the farm comprising 160 acres of well-improved and fertile land, which Mr. McDivitt keeps in first-class order. In 1887 he established his tile yard, it being the only concern of the kind in the section, and his trade in this line is very extensive, as his custom is drawn from all parts of the country. In the summer of 1890 he found it necessary to increase his means of supply, and now has a capacity of 1,000,000,000 feet per annum, his product being in all respects without a rival in the market. Mr. and Mrs. McDivitt began life in limited circumstances, but by industry and economy on the part of both, they now enjoy all the comfort's of life in a most pleasant home, which is brightened by the presence of three children, Bertha, James and Robert. Mr. and Mrs. McDivitt are members of the Methodist Episcopal Church at Plum Run; in politics he is a Republican. MRS. REBECCA COLE is a daughter of Jacob and Eliza (Davis) Buxton, natives of Washington County, Penn. The Buxtons were of German descent. The father, Jacob Buxton, was born in 1779, the mother December 2, 1787. They were married in Washington County, Penn., and resided in Cross Creek Township. Mr. Buxton was twice married. His first wife was a Miss Mary Sparks, and to this union were born five children, viz.: Mary, Darius, James, Ann and Aaron. By the second wife were born ten children, as follows. Davis, a farmer in Washington County, Penn. ; Amos, a farmer in the same county; Hannah, wife of William Hamlin, Carroll County (deceased); Ezra (deceased); Friend (deceased); Rebecca, our subject; Haddon, a farmer of North Township, Harrison County, Ohio; Absalom (deceased); Elizabeth, wife of John Cunningham, and Melissa (deceased). Rebecca Buxton was reared to womanhood upon the farm where she was born, and received her education in the public schools of her native county. In 1841 she was married to Moses Cole, she being at that time twenty-one years of age. Her husband was born in Washington County, Penn., in 1815, and was a son of Samuel and Anna (Perine) Cole, natives of Pennsylvania. The father, Samuel Cole, was twice married, and Anna Perine was the second wife, to whom was born a large family, as follows: Samuel, Margaret, Nancy, Stephen, Amy, David, Mary, William, Catherine and Caroline. 578 - HARRISON COUNTY. Mr. and Mrs. Moses Cole resided in Washington County until 1848, when they came to Rum-ley Township, Harrison Co., Ohio, and purchased the farm (upon which Mrs. Cole still resides) of Emanuel Custer, father of the renowned Gen. Custer, who was tilled in a war with the Sioux Indians, under Sitting Bull. The husband of our subject erected the buildings now standing upon the homestead, and died January 6, 1865, not living to enjoy for many years the fruits of his labor. Mr. and Mrs. Cole were the parents of eleven children, viz. : John, who died of sickness in the late Civil War; Margaret, wife of Samuel Sherman, in Dennison, Ohio; Samuel, who resides with his family and mother upon the home farm, and who married Miss Esther Patton, daughter of James Patton; James, deceased; Elizabeth J., deceased; Sarah A. wife of Rev. John I. Wilson, in Coshocton, Ohio; Mary E., deceased; George, railroad civil engineer, in Ashtabula, Ohio; Haddon D., a carpenter; William, a dentist, in Buffalo, N.Y. ; Isaac, a railroad superintendent, in Geneva, Ohio. Mr. Cole was an elder in the Presbyterian Church, and Mrs. Cole is also an active and influential member of the same society. He was, as she is, an honorable member of society, and of him it can truly be said: "Their children shall rise up and call them blessed." DAVID SCOTT was born February 29, 1829, in Washington County, Penn., where his youth was spent. His father, Thomas Scott, was a native of Maryland, from which State he moved in 1820. While yet a young man, he married Hannah Glover, who bore him the following family: Nancy Ann,' Archibald, Sarah, Jane, David, Hannah, Mary E., Andrew and Martha. He took an active part in the political movements of his section, and was an enthusiastic Democrat. During his life be was employed in farming, both in Pennsylvania and Maryland, and continued in that vocation until his death, in Pennsyl vania, when our subject was about twelve years of age. His widow died in September, 1870. The early life of David Scott was spent on his home place, where he attended such schools as the country then afforded. While the education there received was limited, still he was a well-trained pupil in the schools of experience and hard work. In 1862 he came to Ohio, and settled in Freeport Township, Harrison County, and in 1862 was married to Mary J. Davidson, of Harrison County. November 22, 1887, Mrs. Scott died, leaving no children to comfort the husband in his bereavement. Mr. Scott has been a life-long Democrat, and at present supports that party. His farm, consisting of 150 acres, is pleasantly situated and well improved, and here Mr. Scott is profitably engaged in agriculture and stock-raising. He is a highly esteemed man, one whose success in life is due to his own sagacity and foresight. BARNETT UTTERBACK was born April 23, 1828, in Cadiz Township, Harrison Co., Ohio. His father, Henry Utterback, was born in Virginia, where the family for several generations had resided. There he remained until 1820, when with his family he came to Ohio, and settled in Harrison County, near the present city of Cadiz, where he remained until 1836, when he came to Franklin Township, and entered 160 acres of land, which land was cleared and improved by the father and sons. Henry Utterback was the father of the following children: William, Lucinda, John, Harrison, James, Sarah and Barnett, all of whom are now deceased excepting the last three. Mr. Utter-back was a Whig, and was an enthusiastic supporter of that party. He and family were members of the Methodist Episcopal Church, and were among the early organizers of the society in their section. In 1842 Mr. Utterback died, and was followed in 1864 by his wife. They now rest side by side in Feed Springs Cemetery. Highly honored and esteemed by all, their lives were well worthy of emulation. HARRISON COUNTY - 579 Barnett Utterback, the youngest of the family, spent his youth at the home place, and in 1848 was married to Nancy Blackwell, daughter of William Blackwell, of Franklin Township, and the children born to this union were James (deceased), Henry (deceased), Mary (Mrs. Bennard Ross), Lana (deceased), Martha (deceased), William F., Thomas and Nora. November 29, 1883, Mrs. Utterback died, and was buried at Feed Springs, and in 1888 Mr. Utterback was united in marriage to Amanda Linard, who had two children, Bailey and Bertha Freeman. To this union there is one child, Harry Lee. In politics Mr. Utterback is one of the stanchest Republicans, and one who, although never accepting office, still assists extensively in the management of the party's tactics. He is a self-made man, and has acquired his property through his own thrift and industry. His farm has gradually grown until he now has 317 acres situated in the western part of the township. His property in Deersville consists of a house and three acres of land. The family are well and favorable known as among the leaders in the social and financial circles of Franklin Township. JOHN W. WATSON. In 1790 a sturdy and vigorous Scot, who, through a long line of ancestry, had inherited a spirit of adventure as well as progression, set out from his native Shores to build a home in the new republic, the haven to which the adventurous, as well as the oppressed, were striving to reach. Landing at Baltimore, he remained some time in Maryland, but later removed to Pennsylvania, where his son, Robert, born March 3, 1786, met, and, October 25, 1810, married Rachel, a daughter of Robert Wilson. Engaging here in farming, Robert Watson remained until 1831, when, with his family, he came to Harrison County, Ohio, and purchased a farm in Athens Township, where Mrs. S. J. Watson now resides. A large family resulted from this marriage, as follows: James, born March 2, 1812, died August 15, 1815; John W., born February 7, 1814, died July 22, 1859; Jane, Mrs. Anderson Wallace, born May 1, 1815, died February 9, 1868; Alexander, born July 3, 1817, died November 7, 1817; Rachel (now Mrs. John Barricklow), born January 30, 1819, died March 30, 1839; Smith R., born October 12, 1821, died April 30, 1877; Nancy G. (Mrs. Joshua Dunlap), born January 30, 1823. A man of quick perceptions and keen foresight, Robert Watson at once took front rank in his party's councils. A Democrat from his coming to America, he remained unswervingly so until his death. He held various offices in his section, being trustee for many years, and also treasurer. His family and self were members of the Crab Apple Presbyterian Church, and were among its most liberal supporters. November 19, 1872, Mr. Watson passed away, and was laid beside his life's companion, who had preceded him, she having died May 8, 1866. Quietly, now they sleep in Nottingham Cemetery. So passed away a life that had been full of hard work, not only for himself and family, but for the good of others-one whose influence has been and will be long felt in this community where he lived. John W. Watson was born in Washington County, Penn., February 7, 1814, as stated above, and accompanied his family to Harrison County, Ohio. Much of his education was received in Pennsylvania, as after coming to Ohio he, with his father and elder brother, was engaged in clearing up the farm and raising what produce they best could. In this manner much of his early life was spent, and he was early taught those habits of industry and economy, which were a marked characteristic of him. In his early manhood he was married to Julia Barricklow, who survived but a short time after marriage, leaving one child, Rachel, to share her husband's grief. March 16, 1848, Mr. Watson married Rebecca Dunlap, a daughter of John Dunlap, a resident of Athens Township. The issue of this marriage was as follows: Robert, born May 7, 1849, died August 28, 1849; Adam D., born March 24, 1850, at home, and 580 - HARRISON COUNTY. Nancy A., born March 28, 1853, also at home. From his majority Mr. Watson took quite an active interest in the success of the Democratic party, with which he identified himself, and of which he was a life-long member. His private business, however, never allowed him to accept any office, although many were frequently tendered him. Mr. Watson was a self-made man, and was eminently successful in all matters he undertook, his industry, coupled with his good business qualities, making him one of the leaders in his section. John W. Watson died July 22, 1859, and was buried at Nottingham Cemetery. Soon after his death his family removed to their present residence, about two miles from New Athens. The farm is now managed by Adam D. Watson, who fully inherits those qualities which made his father so successful. He is a member of the Democratic party, and has always supported that cause. He is also a member of the Masonic lodge at Cadiz, and, being a young man of ability and social qualities, he has hosts of friends. ADAM DUNLAP, JR., known as one of the wealthiest farmers of Moorefield Township, Harrison County, is a son of Adam and Jane (Pattison) Dunlap, former of whom was a son of Adam and Rebecca (Works) Dunlap. They were married in 1817 in Harrison County, Ohio. Grandfather Adam Dunlap was a native of Scotland, born in 1761, whence, in an early day, he emigrated to the United States, locating in Fayette County, Penn., then, in 1802, came to Harrison County, Ohio, and entered 160 acres of land in Athens Township. Here he erected a rude log cabin, in which he resided for a number of years, enduring the hardships such as were only known to the brave pioneers, but which can not be described in this brief sketch. He was one of the men who helped to erect the first log church building, where the church of Nottingham now stands, and he was an active member of that church for many years. At his death he left to his twelve children the legacy of a good name, which is far more valuable than gold. His son Adam was born in Fayette County, Penn., in 1790, and came to Ohio with his parents in 1802, where he grew to manhood and received a limited education at the common schools. He was the father of twelve children, as follows: Joseph, Hugh, Rebecca (deceased), Nancy (deceased), Mary J., Sarah, Adam, Pattison, Samuel, John (deceased), a twin of. John that died in infancy and William. Of these, Adam, Samuel and Sarah still reside on the old homestead; Joseph, Hugh, Pattison and Mary J. reside in Athens Township; William is a farmer, and resides in Moorefield Township. The father of this family first purchased a tract of land in Coshocton County, Ohio, and afterward traded it for land in Section 34, Moorefield Township, Harrison County. He departed this life in 1863; Jane, his wife, in 1865. Adam Dunlap, Jr., with his brother Samuel and sister Sarah, since the father's death, have resided together on the old farm, and have erected a fine home. Sarah was born in 1828, Adam in October, 1830, and Samuel in 1834. They are all active members of the Nottingham Presbyterian Church. The politics of Adam Dunlap, Jr., his father and brothers have always been with the Democratic party. THOMAS H. IRONS (deceased) was born in Washington Township, Harrison Co., Ohio, July 25, 1832. He was a son of Thomas and Mary (Davidson) Irons, who were married in 1825. Thomas Irons, Sr., was born in Maryland in 1793, took part in the War of 1812, and at an early day took up 250 acres of land in Washington Township, then one dense forest, abounding with wild animals, and wild red men were not infrequent. This land Mr. Irons lived to see cleared in a great measure, and in the clearing of it some very valuable coal lands were disclosed, and here, after having passed a long as well as a successful and useful HARRISON COUNTY - 581 life, Mr. Irons ended his earthly career December 30, 1870. Thomas H. Irons, the subject proper of this sketch, was reared on the home farm, and was educated in the common schools of his district; like his father, he achieved success as a farmer, and also, like him, gained the esteem of the whole community. In 1855 he married Miss Permella, daughter of John and Nancy (Edgar) Mitchell, the former a native of Maryland and the latter of Pennsylvania, and to this union six children were born, of whom three are now living, viz.: Mary A. (Mrs. Morris), Agnes G. Stewart, and Ella (Mrs. Latto). Thomas H. Irons departed this life October 21, 1876, sincerely mourned by family and friends. His widow, a highly estimable lady, resides at her comfortable home near the town of Tippecanoe, and is a consistent member of the Methodist Episcopal Church, with which the other members of the family are also united. In politics the late Mr. Irons was a Republican, and he was extremely liberal in his contributions to the building of churches and to other benevolent purposes. JAMES O. BETHEL, farmer, Moorefield Township, Harrison County, Ohio, is a son of Alfred and Margaret (McCall) Bethel, natives of Ohio, and was born in Flushing Township, Belmont County, Ohio, December 19, 1848. In the spring of 1869 he came to Moorefield Township, Harrison County, and June 30, 1870, married Miss Nancy M. Slater, who was born in Moorefield Township, October 1, 1846, daughter of James Wells and Margaret Jane (Dunlap) Slater. James Wells Slater was a son of Robert Slater, a native of Fayette County, Penn., and was born April 13, 1816; his wife was born November 30, 1818. They were married April 23, 1840, and their union was blessed with five children, as follows: Emily L., born April 27, 1841, and wife of Johnson Moore, of Moorefield Township; William D., born January 8, 1843, a farmer in Belmont County, Ohio; Nancy M., born October 1, 1846, wife of James O. Bethel; James A., born July 11, 1849; Margaret R. Shriber, born December 23, 1853. James Wells Slater departed this life August 9, 1875; his wife followed him December 5, 1876. Mr. and Mrs. James Wells Slater came to Moorefield Township, Harrison Co., Ohio, in 1845, and purchased 207 acres of land on Section 4. This land was entered by Mr. Warden, then sold to William Ramage, from whom Mr. Slater made the purchase. On this farm Mr. Slater erected one of the most substantial residences there is in Harrison County, it being built of stone of large size. It was erected in 1851, and will stand as a monument to its erector for many years to come. Mr. Slater was highly respected, and served as trustee for some years in Moorefield Township. James O. Bethel, after his marriage, settled on the farm he now owns, which was given him by his father; the farm contains 83 acres, and is situated on Section 4, Moorefield Township, which land was first settled by William Ram-age about 1798, and located three and a half miles southeast of Moorefield Borough, on what is known as Bogg's Fork. Here, in 1873, Mr. Bethel erected the fine residence which he now occupies. Mr. Bethel and wife are the parents of seven children, namely: Alfred W., born June 8, 1871; Charles E., born January 27, 1875; William A., born May 9, 1877; Harry F., born October 5, 1879; George S., born July 7, 1882; Jesse M., born February 16, 1885, and Margaret M., born March 27, 1888. JOHN MITCHELL. Among the well-known farmers and business men of Freeport, Harrison Co., Ohio, Mr. John Mitchell occupies a prominent place. He was born January 14, 1837, in Harrison County. His father, Ira, was born in Maryland, and came to Ohio in 1830. Soon after his arrival he was married to Elizabeth Harding, of Carroll County, and the young couple settled on the farm in 582 - HARRISON COUNTY. Freeport Township, and there remained until the death of Mr. Mitchell, which occurred in 840. Their children were John, William (deceased) and Hester A. Soon after the death of Mr. Mitchell, John was bound to Mr. Francis Moffet, with whom he remained until his death, caring in the last years for one who had been a father to him. Thus did he repay the kindness which was so freely bestowed when it was most needed. On September 28, 1858, Mr. Mitchell was married to Mary A. Blackwood, daughter of Robert Blackwood, of Freeport Township. Robert Blackwood came from Ireland in 1824, and soon after his arrival was married to Eliza Jane Aiken, of Lawrence County, Penn. The children born to this marriage were Mary A., Rachel, Martha J., Eliza K. (deceased), W. J., Robert A. (deceased), T. J. (deceased), Eliza K. Mr. Blackwood and family were members of the Covenanter Church. After their marriage Mr. and Mrs. Mitchell commenced life on the farm, where they still reside, which consists of 110 acres, three miles from Freeport. Mr. Mitchell engages in general farming as well as in stock-raising. He is also interested in the growing of fruits, and has of late attained a remarkable success in that line. Always taking an active interest in the questions now before the people, Mr. Mitchell, in consonance with the teachings of his church, refrains from voting. tie is a well-known and progressive man, and one who is numbered among the enterprising men of his section. A good citizen, he is ever alive to the best interests of the people. His children are William R., Frank M., J. T., Elizabeth J. and John P. ROBERT McCOY COULTER, president of Hopedale Normal College, Hopedale, Harrison County, is of Irish or Scotch-Irish ancestry. The earliest account of the Coulter family in this country is that of four brothers, who in a very early day settled in various parts of Pennsylvania. From these, and later immigrations, it has spread through ten or twelve States of the Union. Of the Presbyterian faith in all its branches it has given a number of ministers and professors to that church. The paternal grandfather of R. M. Coulter came from the north of Ireland, probably from County Antrim, and in 1780 or 1790 settled in Chester County, Penn. The paternal grandmother, Isabella Coulter, came from the same part of Ireland, and after the death of her first husband was married to Robert McCoy, and removed to Lancaster County, near York, Penn., and thence, in 1816, to Jefferson County, Ohio; thence in 1828, to Perry Township, Tuscarawas County, Ohio, where she died at the old homestead in June, 1849. Joseph Mayes, the maternal grandfather of our subject, was born in Washington County, Penn., June 6, 1785, and was of Irish or Scotch-Irish descent. He came to Ohio, and settled in Green Township, Harrison County, on the Cadiz branch of the P., C. & St. L. Ry., near Folks Station, and was there killed by a runaway team, December 29, 1845. His wife, Sarah (Miller) Mayes, was a daughter of John Miller, of Beech Spring, Ohio. Andrew Coulter, the father of the gentleman whose name heads this sketch, was born in Lancaster County, Penn., June 14, 1796. He came to Ohio in 1816, and located in Jefferson County; later he moved to Green Township, Harrison County, and engaged in farming, which he subsequently relinquished, and opened a general country store near Bethel, Ohio. His death took place in Smithfield, Ohio, September 30, 1872. He has been twice married; his first wife who bore the maiden name of Jane Reed, was born in Jefferson County, Ohio, and became the mother of seven children, all now dead excepting one; his second marriage was with Nancy Mayes, who was born September 15, 1815, was married June 9, 1844, and who died June 17, 1859, the mother of one child, the subject of this sketch. Robert McCoy Coulter was born near Bethel, Harrison County, Ohio, March 19, 1849. His early life was passed in the country, and his HARRISON COUNTY - 585 preliminary education was received at the common school. At the early age of twelve years, January 25,1861, he lost a leg by the cars at Cadiz Junction. He attended the high school at Smithfield, Ohio, one winter (1864), and the next year, 1865, when but a little over sixteen years of age, began his career as teacher. He next attended Hopedale Normal School, and then Franklin College, and from the latter institution graduated in the classical course in June, 1878. From the Lane Theological Seminary, at Cincinnati, he graduated in May, 1880. He was licensed to preach May 23, 1879, by the presbytery of Steubenville, Ohio. He was ordained July 7, 1881, at Malvern, Iowa, to which place he had removed after graduating from the theological seminary, and in 1881-82 was pastor there. In the fall of 1882 he began the publication and became editor of the Omaha Observer, a Presbyterian journal of Omaha, Neb., but in a short time sold his interest and returned to the pastorate, in 1884, this time at Woodbine, Iowa. He was delegate to the Iowa Synods of 1884-85-86, and also a delegate to the General Assembly, Cincinnati, Ohio, in 1885. In 1889 he removed to Cadiz, Ohio, and January 31, 1890, was elected president of Hopedale Normal College, and took up his residence there in May, 1890. Prof. Coulter has held various offices of trust and responsibility in his presbytery (Council Bluffs, Iowa). From his boyhood he has been interested in temperance reform, and was more or less active in the work while at college and since, especially in Iowa, making addresses and agitating the question on all proper occasions. He was chairman of the permanent committee of temperance, Presbytery of Council Bluffs, Iowa, and was State lecturer and deputy grand chief templar of the Independent Order of Good Templars of Iowa, 1887-89. He believes in the prohibition, not the permission, of the traffic in intoxicating beverages. His degree of A. M. was conferred by Franklin College in 1882, and the honorary title of M. A. I. C. was received from the American Institute of Civics in 1890. The marriage of the Professor took place September 27, 1881, with Miss Jennie E. McCoy, third daughter of Matthew McCoy, of Archer Township, Harrison Co., Ohio, and this union has been blessed by the birth of two children: Bessie, born September 9, 1882, at Malvern, Iowa, and Roxana, born March 19,1888, at Walnut, Iowa. HOPEDALE NORMAL COLLEGE. The first normal school, either public or private, in our State, was established in what was then Sub-District No. 3, of Green Township, Harrison Co., Ohio. Its instigators, founders and life-long friends and benefactors were Mr. and Mrs. Cyrus McNeely, and Mrs. Mary Donaldson, of Green Township, and Mrs. Eliza Hogg, of Cadiz, Ohio. Their object was to establish an institution for the training of teachers for the common schools of the country, in connection with which there was to be a model ungraded country district school for the illustration of the best normal methods. In pursuance of this object, the improvement of the present grounds of the school was begun and carried on, until there has been accumulated a property valued at forty thousand dollars, most delightfully and healthfully situated on one of the finest school sites in the State. The grounds consist of over ten acres of fine upland prairie, tastefully adorned with shade trees and shrubbery, all in a high state of cultivation. Pumphrey Hall, on the south side of the campus, is the young ladies' boarding hall, and usually the president's residence. It is a fine, large building of some twenty rooms in all, well built, furnished and excellently adapted to its intended use. The college building proper is centrally located, on the grounds. It contains ten rooms devoted to class, society and library purposes. These are conveniently arranged, well lighted, heated and ventilated, and form one of the best college buildings in eastern Ohio. The gymnasium is a large building on the south side of the main campus, devoted to gymnastic exercises and general assembly purposes. This 586 - HARRISON COUNTY. is an excellent equipment for the school and its work. The first teaching was done in the fall of 1849, but was rather elementary in character. The institution under the name of the " McNeely Normal " was first fully opened in 185—with Prof. George L. Work as principal of the normal department, Prof. Edwin Regal as teacher of the Model District School, and Miss McGrew as assistant. Recognizing it as the duty of the State to foster normal schools, Mr. McNeely, about this time, tried to get the State to accept the school as a gift and continue it as a State institution. This plan failed. Turning to the Ohio State Teachers' Association, he offered the school to it if it would endow the institution to the amount of ten thousand dollars. The association undertook to carry out their part of the proposed plan for the school and were accordingly placed in possession of it. Under the new management, Hon. John Ogden became its principal in 1855, and Prof. Regal and Miss Betsey Cowles were assistants. Prof. A. S. Hayden succeeded Prof. Ogden in 1857. In 1859 the association, being unable to secure the proposed endowment, were relieved of all financial responsibility for the school by Mr. and Mrs. McNeely, who for many years thereafter bore the expenses for repairs, apparatus, etc., themselves, Mr. McNeely especially making it his life-work to care for and improve the college, the buildings, grounds and apparatus. An endowment fund of five thousand dollars is now (891) being provided for this purpose, which fund will, it is believed, be abundantly sufficient for this phase of work in the school. The following educators have been the later principals of the Normal School for the times as indicated: 1860-65, 1871-72, Prof. Edwin 'Regal; 1866-70, 1873-79, Prof. William Brinkerhoff. During these years, the school was known as the "McNeely Normal School." In 1879, for greater efficiency, a reorganization took place. A charter was secured, conferring full collegiate powers and privileges. Mr. and Mrs. McNeely transferred the entire school property, in fee simple, into the hands of a board of trustees. The name was changed, as well as the character, and, to some extent, the work of the school, and became " Hopedale Normal College," its present title. Dr. William Brinkerhoff was elected president, and continued to act as such until 1884. Since then, the following have been the presidents: Rev. J. M. Jamieson, 1885-86, 1889-90; Prof. W. C. Garvey, 1887-88; Rev. R. M. Coulter, 1891—. This, in outline, is the history, so far, of this old and influential school. Many phases of interest and profit could be presented. Space permits, however, the presentation of the more essential ones only. Profs. Regal, Jamieson and Brinkerhoff taught in the school some twenty or more years each, records seldom equaled as to time, and full of honor as to usefulness. Not far from 8,000 students have received instruction in the school. A large number have been useful in and to the world, many being prominent in public life. The Model School brought in at first, as part of the work, was abandoned after some years, and the normal and academic, and, later, the collegiate, academic and normal courses received the attention of the school. In later years the work broadened, so as to include bookkeeping, phonography and type-writing, as well as music, elocution and painting, and these departments are still continued. " Summer normals " were held quite regularly at first, but gradually fell out of the regular work of the school. Some attention has been given to this phase of work however, within the year last past, and this useful form of work will doubtless be continued. One somewhat remarkable fact in this forty years of educational work is that there has never been a death among the thousands that gathered here, and very little sickness. No attempt is made to estimate the value of such an institution to the community and the world. Neither can right division of honor be made between the noble men and women who gave us such an inestimable heritage. Those who worked longest and sacrificed most deserve our HARRISON COUNTY - 587 greatest gratitude and praise, yet each helper here, however short his time or humble his work, has also assisted in giving to the world these blessings. After a varied history of so many years, of mingled sunshine and shadow, it is agreeable to record the fact that the "old Normal" is in good condition, financially, to-day, has its fine campus, finer than ever, its buildings in good condition, an able faculty and live management and fine class of students, and is so far prepared to take up the work of the next forty years with renewed vigor and hope to make it the counterpart and possible superior of the forty years that are gone. ALEXANDER McFADDEN. Another of the stalwart, well-to-do and honored pioneer farmer families of Harrison County are the McFaddens, the first one of whom to land on American soil was the grandfather of the gentleman whose name appears at the head of this sketch. By name Joseph McFadden, a farmer by occupation, and a native of Ireland, he came from his native land to the United States some few years after marriage, accompanied by his wife and children, and located near Middletown, Penn., where he followed agricultural pursuits. Thence some time afterward he moved to Harrison County, Ohio, where he secured a piece of land two and a half miles southeast of Cadiz, where his home was made until removed by death. He was a quiet, yet progressive, man, possessed of indomitable energy and perseverance. He and his faithful wife both sleep their last sleep within the borders of Harrison County. Their son, Samuel (father of Alexander), was born in County Cavan, Ireland, and was eight years of age when he came with his parents to this country. He grew to manhood on his father's farm, and by his labor aided materially in its improvement. Upon reaching maturity he married Miss Mary Milligan, a native of Adams County, Penn., and they then located on a farm in Harrison County, near Cassville, where they had entered eighty acres of land, but soon after they bought a quarter section, to which they moved, and here lived the remainder of their lives. They were the parents of six children, of whom three are yet living, all in Harrison County, viz.: Jane, widow of James Love, in Archer Township; Elizabeth Muhollin and Alexander, in Cadiz Township; those deceased being Mary, George and Joseph. In 1842 the mother died at the age of sixty-seven years, and in 1870 the father followed her to the grave, dying on his eighty-fourth birthday. He lived to see many changes wrought in his county—seeing the dense unbroken forest abounding with wolves, deer, and other game give place to green and fertile fields where pastured peaceful herds and flocks. Alexander McFadden, their son, began life on the same farm where now at the age of seventy-two he is patiently awaiting the summons that will call him to his long home. He was born September 9, 1818, and in the summers of his boyhood he endured the arduous labors of the farm, in the winters experiencing the tortures of the old peg benches in the primitive log school-house. His first teacher was John Welch, who afterward became one of the judges of the supreme court of Ohio, and who, after an absence of fifty-five years, returned to view the scene of his early labors, being shown, by his former pupil, the remains of the old school-house. On June 29, 1846, Alexander McFadden was united in marriage with Miss Elizabeth, daughter of Valentine Barger, of Cadiz Township, Harrison County, and after their marriage they built the house in which they are now spending their declining years. In 1882, leaving the farm in the care of their son, Elzy, they removed into the town of Cadiz, where they remained a few years, and then returned to the old home. To them were born four children, as follows: Joseph (deceased), Mary Jane (at home with her parents), Martha A. (Mrs. J. Law McFadden, a widow residing 588 - HARRISON COUNTY. in Cadiz), and Elzy (on the home farm). Mr. McFadden, in politics, is a Republican, and cast his first presidential vote for William B. Harrison; he and his wife and family are members of the United Presbyterian Church at Cadiz. SAMUEL RICHEY, a son of one of Harrison County's pioneers, was born in Cadiz Township, Harrison Co., Ohio, March 24, 1850. His parents are John M. and Ann W. (Gilmore) Richey. He remained at home until twenty-three years of age, and received the advantages of a common-school education. September 10, 1873, he was united in marriage with Miss Martha M. Hedges, daughter of Samuel and Sarah Rowley Hedges, of Cadiz Township, Harrison County. [The sketch of her parents is given elsewhere.] After their marriage Mr. Richey and wife remained some two and a half years on the farm where his father was born, and in 1876 removed to their present home. One child, named William H., born April 3, 1875, has blessed this union. Politically Mr. Richey is a Democrat. He and wife and son are members of the Presbyterian Church of Cadiz. Their home is two miles northwest of Cadiz, on the Moravian road, and the house is a substantial brick residence, and was erected, in 1838, for Thomas Henderson. OSCAR GRIFFIN, general merchant at Franklin, Harrison County, was born near Bowerston, Ohio, June 1, 1851, and is a son of William W. and Merium (Dunlap) Griffin, both natives of Harrison County. Mr. Griffin was reared to farming, and was educated in the old-fashioned log school-house, and the scene of its split-log benches, capacious fireplace and greased-paper window panes is still vivid in his memory. When about twelve years of age he was taken to Tuscarawas County by his parents, who for a short time resided there on a farm, and then moved to Uhrichsville, where young Oscar attended the graded school until about seventeen years old, when he was employed as a clerk in a news depot. This firm, Fribley & Hover, sold out, and entered into the grocery business, Oscar continuing with them seven years. He was next engaged with J. J. Fribley in the grocery business for a few years, and next with Mozena & Foster, and then with Dr. S. R. Thompson. In the fall of 1880 he entered the employ of S. Burgess, at Cambridge, Guernsey Co., Ohio, as traveling salesman, and was on the road three years. He next established himself in business at Paoli, in Tuscarawas County, Ohio, where he remained thirteen months, and then went to Cadwallader, in the same county, and for a year carried on business under the firm name of Brown & Griffin. In 1887 he located at Franklin, where he had previously clerked for a short time for L. Arbaugh. Here he entered into his present business under the firm name of Jumps & Griffin, and in July, 1889, became sole proprietor of the store. Mr. Griffin was united in marriage, in 1882, to Miss Mary M. Hastings, of Guernsey County, Ohio, and this felicitous marriage has been blessed by the birth of three children: Myrtle, Jennie Fay and Rodney Hastings. Mr. Griffin is a hearty supporter of the Republican party, but is not an office-seeker. He early became a member of Uhrichsville Lodge, No. 519, I. O. O. F., and in religion is a Presbyterian. His fortune has reached him through his business integrity, and his social standing is one of which any one might feel proud. SAMUEL BAXTER, one of the well-known farmers of Green Township, Harrison Co., Ohio, and a native of the township, was born September 10, 1838. Samuel P. Baxter, his father, was born in Fayette County, Penn., where he served an apprenticeship at saddle-making, at which he worked until twenty-four years of age, when he married HARRISON COUNTY - 589 Miss Nancy Wells, daughter of Thomas and Susan Wells, of Fayette County, Penn., and at once came to Ohio, in 1821, and settled in Green Township, Harrison County, on a piece of wild land that had been entered by Mr. Wells. Mrs. Nancy Baxter, who was born February 15, 1797, breathed her last on this farm November 28, 1840, the mother of eight children, viz. : Susan, born May 11, 1822, and married to William Craskey, of Green Township; John B., born September 7, 1826, living in Green Township; Thomas G., born March 25, 1828, died August 8, 1829; Elie, Mrs. Aiken, born January 26, 1830, and living in Harrison County; Mary J., born April 13, 1832, living in Hopedale, Ohio; Nancy, widow of D. W. Mansfield, and living in Hopedale, born April 15, 1834; Amanda, deceased wife of William Holmes, born April 25, 1836, and Samuel, whose name is at the opening of this sketch. Mary J. was married April 10, 1851, to James A. Harrah, and to this union was born one child, William Oliver, now in Rochester, N. Y. Nancy was married April 10, 1852, to D.W. Mansfield, and bore the following named children: Baxter,Virginia, Clara, Mary, Thomas W., Welch, William, Melvin, John B., Nancy Ella (died in 1886), one son that died in infancy unnamed, February 15, 1864, and Minnie R., who died August 26, 1877. The father of these, D. W. Mansfield, was born November 20, 1829, and died April 14, 1883. Mrs. Mansfield and her sister, Mrs. Harrah, now reside together at Hopedale. Samuel P. Baxter remained a widower about nineteen years, when he married Julia Tedrow, and, September 19, 1887, passed away from earth, aged ninety years, one month and four days. He had been a hard-working man throughout life, although his later years were rendered comfortable through the care of his sons, who took charge of the place. He was a stanch Democrat, and a man who was firm in his convictions; and he left the impress of his character upon his children. He was a member of the Disciples Church, as is his widow. Samuel Baxter was reared to manhood on the old homestead, which is now his own property and which comprises 240 acres. He was educated in the common schools of his township primarily, but supplemented the knowledge thus acquired by home study. In his twenty-fifth year (1863) he was married to Miss Amanda V. Mansfield, daughter of James and Susan Mansfield, of Jefferson County, Ohio. After their marriage Mr. and Mrs. Baxter resided on the farm until 1884, when they removed to Hopedale, where Mr. Baxter had erected one of the finest and largest dwellings in the town, and has since made his home here, although he still superintends his farm, which is located only about one mile away. The five children born to Mr. and Mrs. Baxter were named Miles G., horn January 2, 1864; Virena E., born January 3, 1866; Nancy, born August 8, 1870, and died November 24, 1888; Myrtle D., born April 1, 1873; and Norris L., August 9, 1883. Politically Mr. Baxter is a Democrat, but has never been an office-seeker. He has been a member of the Masonic fraternity, since 1860, and is well known throughout the county as a business man who has made a success in life. Miles G. Baxter began his studies in the common school of his township, subsequently attending Hopedale College, after which he entered Bethany College of West Virginia, from which he graduated in the class of 1885. He also became proficient in shorthand, and is now teaching in the Cleveland Business College. JOHN BEAR. The Bear family now resident of Freeport and adjacent townships, Harrison County, Ohio, were of German descent, and trace their ancestry to Jacob Bear, who, in the latter part of the eighteenth century, came to America with his family and settled in Maryland. He engaged in farming, which calling the family have since followed. His son John was born in Maryland, where his youth was spent. In his early youth he was married to Mary E. Boyer, who bore him the following named children: George, Mar- 590 - HARRISON COUNTY. garet, Julia Ann, John, Reuben, Peter, Mary and James. In 1832 they came to Ohio, where they settled in Guernsey County, purchasing a farm in the then wilderness. Here they erected their log cabin and actively engaged in clearing their land. In three or four years they sold out and removed to Freeport, purchasing the farm on which John, his son, now resides. In the improvement and clearing of this many of the best years of their life were spent, but later in life they enjoyed the competency their work and frugality had brought them. In 1880 John Bear passed away and was laid to rest beside his wife, who had died in 1851. They were members of the Methodist Protestant Church, and he was a sincere believer in the principles of the Democratic party, never failing to give his support to its interests and success. A. hard-working and industrious man, he was the architect of his own success. John Bear, the subject of this sketch, was born September 30, 1822, in Maryland. At the age of ten years he came to Ohio, and here he has since been a resident. He is a man of good judgment and excellent principles, and one who has made a success, although many times combating against difficulties that would seem insurmountable. Endowed by nature with an excellent mind, he early received such training as could be given in the common schools, and has since largely added to it by private study and reading, as well as observation. April 8, 1850, he was married to Laurinda Bethel, daughter of one of the earliest settlers of Harrison County, and on their marriage settled to house-keeping in Freeport Township, where they have since resided. They are members of the Methodist Protestant Church at Pleasant Hill, and are among the workers of that society. A Democrat in principle, Mr. Bear has invariably supported that party. He engages in farming, and stock-raising on his farm, about three and a half miles west of Freeport. The home place he has greatly improved, both in buildings and repairs. His house is on a commanding eminence, overlooking a wide stretch of country. His children are named Addison R., Mary J., John F., Laura and George W. (deceased). The family have always held a foremost position among the intelligent and better class of the community, being recognized as enterprising, useful and progressive citizens. ISAIAH RIPLEY. The Ripley family trace their ancestry to Germany, whence Ludwig, the great-grandfather of Isaiah, came to America about the middle of the eighteenth century. While on the voyage the ship was becalmed, and a famine threatened. The passengers were put on short rations, their allowance being only a biscuit per day. Soon after his arrival here he established himself as blacksmith, a trade he had learned in his native country. During the Revolutionary War he was employed by the Government in his trade, and did thorough work for it in many of its most perilous times. All through the dread winter of Valley Forge he was kept busy repairing the different implements of war. His children were named John, Jacob and Lewis. After a long and well-spent life he passed away and was buried in Pennsylvania. John, son of Ludwig, remained at home engaged in farming until he married Elizabeth Sheets, a resident of Pennsylvania. She bore him the following children: Catherine, Mrs. William Wolfe; Mary, Mrs. Asa Engle; John, Jacob and Solomon, all three deceased; Hannah, Mrs. William Peoples; David, Stephen, Mary, Wesley, Elizabeth Wright, Nancy Gilpen and William, all deceased except Hannah, Stephen and Wesley. In 1800 he came to Ohio and entered a large tract of land in Freeport Township, Harrison County, on which he spent most of his life engaged in improving it. In March, 1853, he passed away, and was soon followed by his widow, who died in 1857. At the age of five years John Ripley, father of Isaiah, the subject of this sketch, was brought to Ohio and from that time he was a resident of the State. His educational advantages were limited, being those HARRISON COUNTY - 591 of the common schools only. In 1818 he was married in Harrison County to Eunity McBride, daughter of Samuel McBride, a native of Delaware, and an early settler of Tuscarawas County, Ohio. The issue of their marriage was Ezekiel C., who died in the Civil War; Henry; Asberry, in Cambridge, Ill. ; Isaiah and George W. (deceased). Mr. Ripley at first resided in Freeport Township, Harrison County, but soon removed to Guernsey County, where he passed away October 27, 1872. September 29, 1888, Mrs. Ripley passed away. The early life of Isaiah Ripley was spent in Guernsey County, Ohio, where he was born August 26, 1831. Like most farmer boys his education was received at such schools as the country then afforded. He, however, there received an incentive to study, which he has largely gratified in his spare time. June 8, 1871, he was united in marriage to Mary C., daughter of John G. Mallarnee, of Guernsey County. He immediately commenced his married life on the place where he still resides in Freeport Township, Harrison County, and which he has done so much to beautify and improve. His children are Stanton, Sumner, Frederick and Mary F. On September 20, 1861, Mr. Ripley responded to his country's call for volunteers, enlisting with the Fifty-first Ohio Volunteer Infantry, Company E, and was sent to join the Army of the Cumberland. He followed the movements of this army until shortly previous to the battle of Mission Ridge, when, on account of sickness, he was sent to the hospital at Nashville. On his partial recovery he was transferred, September 20, 1863, to the Fifteenth Regiment, Veteran Reserve Corps, and was engaged chiefly in transporting and guarding prisoners and supplies. On October 3, 1864, he was honorably discharged at Camp Douglas, and came home and engaged in farming. The Ripley family have always been identified with Democratic principles, and have ever taken a prominent part in the establishment of them. Always respected and enjoying the confidence of the people, they may well feel proud of their record. WILLIAM MAHAN, farmer, Nottingham Township, Harrison Co., Ohio, is a son of Joseph Mahan, who was born in Harford. County, Md., February 20, 1811, and was of Welsh and German descent. Joseph's mother died when he was a small child, and he was reared to young manhood by his uncle, William Mahan, of whom he learned the trade of cooper. Joseph, when a young man, came on foot from Maryland to Nottingham Township and made his home with Ebenezer Brown, a native of Harford County, Md. Here he met and married Miss Rebecca Brown, who was born in Harford County, Md., July 20, 1801, a daughter of Joseph and Catherine Bowen Brown, also natives of Harford County, Md. The Browns are of English and the Bowens are of Irish extraction. Rebecca Brown and her two sisters, Catherine and Sarah, came to Ohio with Ebenezer Brown. Joseph Mahan, after his marriage, first located on a small farm in the eastern part of Nottingham Township, Harrison County, now owned by John Ramsey. Here he worked at his trade for some years, when he removed to Stock Township, Harrison County, where he purchased a small farm, but continued to work at his trade. He died in Franklin Township, March 25, 1855; his wife survived him till December 6, 1873. This union was blessed with three children, viz. : Margaret Hines, of Nottingham Township; Rebecca Wood, of Jasper County, Ind., and William, our subject, who was born in Nottingham Township, July 31, 1837, where he grew to manhood, and received a limited education at the common schools. On the eve of January 8, 1862, he enlisted in the service of his country in Company C, Forty-third Regiment, 0. V. V. I. He was engaged in several severe battles, but returned home unharmed, with the exception of his general health, which was somewhat affected from exposure. He was mustered out of the service July 13, 1865, and after his return home worked at the carpenter's trade for some years. May 14, 1872, he married Miss Mary E. Bowles, 592 - HARRISON COUNTY. who was born July 15, 1842, a daughter of Thomas and Hannah (Strahl) Bowles, natives of Chester County, Penn. Thomas Bowles is a son of Thomas Bowles Sr., a native of Pennsylvania, of German extraction. Thomas Strahl came to Ohio in an early day, and settled near Mount Pleasant, Jefferson County; he was a member of the Society of Friends. Thomas, Jr., was born November 31, 1796; his wife was born July 18, 1801. Thomas was married twice. By his first wife, Amy Nichols, there was one child, by name John, born January 27, 1823; by his second wife, Hannah Strahl, were born six children, viz.: Alfred E., November 19, 1828, deceased; Henry C., November 1, 1831, killed in the Civil War; Lindley M., January 3, 1834, a resident of Iowa; Hanson D., November 21, 1836, a resident of Morristown, Belmont Co., Ohio; Martha J. Pennell, September 24, 1839, a resident of Monroe County, Ohio, and Mary E., wife of our subject. William Mahan, after his marriage, purchased the farm he now owns, which contains ninety acres on Section 23 of Nottingham Township. This land was first entered by Charles Mummey. Mr. and Mrs. Mahan are the parents of six children, named Joseph L , born June 22, 1873; Ora H., September 30, 1875; Albert V., October 27, 1877; Rebecca J., August 23, 1879; Luna M., July 5, 1881, and William H., March 18, 1884. Mr. Mahan is a Republican; held the office of school director in Nottingham Township for seven years, and in 1889 was elected township treasurer. JOHN MILLER, farmer, German Township, Harrison County, is a son of Daniel and Susannah (Lowmiller) Miller. Daniel Miller was a son of John, a native of Frederick County, Md., who came in 1806 to Rumley Township, Harrison County, Ohio, where he purchased land of the Government, and at the time of his death, in 1836, he was the owner of 215 acres of land. When he came to Rumley Township he had to cut the road through the woods to get to his premises, and had to camp out while he built his cabin. He was the father of nine children, viz. : Daniel, David, John, Jacob, Joseph, Catherine, Hannah, Polly and Sarah. Daniel Miller was born in Frederick County, Md., in 1788, and in 1806 came with his parents to Ohio, where be shared all the hardships his father encountered in clearing land and making a home. In 1817 he married Miss Susannah Lowmiller, a daughter of John and Catherine (Long) Lowmiller. She was born in Dauphin County, Penn., in 1796, and her parents came to Harrison County in 1800; she is still living, now aged ninety-five years. Daniel Miller, after his marriage, settled in German Township, Harrison County, where he bought 100 acres of land for $1,500, borrowing the money of his father and father-in-law; afterward he bought 160 acres in the same township, and 160 acres in Rumley Township. He afterward sold his land in Rumley Township and bought seventy-three acres in German Township, Harrison County; he then bought 145 acres where our subject at present lives, and twelve acres adjoining where his widow now lives. Daniel Miller and his wife were the parents of children named as follows: Catherine, Elisabeth, Sarah, John, Henry, Susannah, Rebecca, Margaret, Abigail and Eliza J. JOHN MILLER, whose name opens this sketch, was born in German Township, Harrison County, Ohio, February 22, 1822, in an old log cabin, and received an education in one of the log school-houses, such as they had in those days. He spent his boyhood days in his old home helping his father, who died in 1854. On May 1, 1849, he was united in the holy bonds of matrimony with Miss Susannah Mikesell, who was born in Rumley Township, Harrison County, Ohio, February 15, 1824, a daughter of Peter and Mary A. (Long) Mikesell, who came from Frederick County, Md., with the early settlers in 1800. After his marriage Mr. Miller settled on the farm he now owns, where he has erected fine buildings, and his farm ranks among the HARRISON COUNTY - 595 best of the county. He and wife are the parents of children, as follows: 0. B., a professional teacher of music and public school in Germano; Rebecca Margaret; H. A., a farmer in German Township; Andrew B., a farmer in Burnley Township; Rev. Daniel D., married and living at Parker's Landing, Penn. ; Samuel H., a professor in Thiel College, at Greenville, Penn. ; John 0.; Joseph M., a farmer in Washington County, Penn. ; Clement E., Clayton L., and Jessie L., at Thiel College, Pennsylvania. Mr. Miller has held various township offices, and in 1883 was elected county commissioner, which position he filled three years. Both parents and children are members of the Lutheran Church, and, politically, strong adherents to the party of Jefferson and Jackson. ABRAHAM WEYANDT. Prior to the Revolution, Christian Weyandt emigrated from Germany, his native land, and located in Washington County, Md., where he married and resided until death, his wife, Amelia (Putman) Weyandt, living to be over one hundred years old. Among their children was a son John, who was born in Maryland December 6, 1783, and at the age of thirty married Magdaline Warner, who was born in 1795. She was a native of Maryland, and her mother was a cousin of Gen. William Henry Harrison. Following their marriage they removed to Somerset County, Penn., where they resided until about 1817, when they started in a wagon overland for Ohio, then a wilderness, three children having in the meantime been born to them. They purchased a tract of land in Monroe Township, Harrison County, and located thereon, and resided there until their death, Mr. Weyandt dying February 25, 1848, and his wife February 12, 1868. Their union had 1868. blessed by four sons and two daughters, and in this family our subject is the youngest. Abraham Weyandt was born in a log cabin on the homestead in Monroe Township, March 23,  1822, and he grew to maturity schooled in the difficulties and privations of the frontier times. As to his literary education, he had to walk three miles to attend the early subscription schools of the period. At an early age he learned the trade of a shoemaker, and has followed it since. In 1844 he married Roxana Dunlap, a native of Carroll County, Ohio, and a daughter of William and Annie (Newton) Dunlap, early pioneers of that county, her father having served as a soldier from Ohio in the War of 1812. Mrs. Weyandt died in 1854, leaving three children, viz. : Armadilla, now Mrs. E. M. Long; Martha A., now Mrs. W. B. Penn, and Miram J. ,married to Mr. Rohan, and residing at Georgetown, Ky. In 1856 Mr. Weyandt married, Margaret Ann Gamble, and to them have been born three children: Amelia Alice, now Mrs. Oscar Price; Orphelia Olive, now Mrs. L. D. Price, and Frank W. Mr. and Mrs. Weyandt reside on the old homestead near Bowerston, in Harrison County, and are highly respected and esteemed by all. JOHN EDWARDS, one of the well-known farmers of Athens Township, Harrison County, and a capitalist, was born September 3, 1835, in Belmont County, Ohio, where his father, Henry, was born. The father of Henry was Ignatius, who was a native of Pennsylvania, where he reared a large family, who, in the early part of the present century, came to Ohio, where they were among the earliest settlers. Here they struggled, died, and were buried. Henry Edwards was married in his youth to Catherine Shatger, a resident of Belmont County. His children are John, Ignatius and Henry. John Edwards passed his early life at the home of his parents, where, for many years, he was employed in the various duties incident to farming. A constant and studious attendant of the common school during the leisure in winter, he succeeded in storing up a large amount of knowledge, that has since 596 - HARRISON COUNTY. been of much benefit to him. On November 20, 1855, he was united in marriage to Eliza Jane, daughter of Amos Morgan, a resident of Belmont County. The Morgan family were among the earliest in Belmont County, the founder of the family coming from Pennsylvania, where they had long been residents. Soon after marriage Mr. and Mrs. Edwards settled on the place where they now reside, and which they have done so much to improve and beautify. Their farm is about three and a half miles from Cadiz, finely situated and excellently well fenced. The following named children blessed the union of Mr. and Mrs. Edwards: Clarinda (Mrs. Samuel Chaney), born September 12, 1856; Archulous W., born November 23, 1860, died August 12, 1863; Willis M., born September 13, 1864, died November 25, 1886; Maggie M., born December 25, 1870, died September 9, 1874. Mr. Edwards and family are members of the Presbyterian Church at New Athens, where, for years, the family have worshiped. A strong Republican in politics, he has ever supported that party. While not active as a politician, he cheerfully renders what assistance he can for the benefit of the Republican cause. Willis M., youngest son of John Edwards, received his primary education in the common schools, where he was a constant attendant, and early showed that marked taste for learning which, in succeeding years, rendered him one of the brightest pupils of his college. At an early age he entered Franklin College, where he remained six years, and in 1886 graduated with high honors. He immediately entered the Theological Seminary at Allegheny, where he remained but a short time, being there seized with a fever, of which he died. His remains now rest in Dickerson Cemetery. He was a young man of excellent prospects, and was much esteemed by all. John. Edwards is what may be termed a self-made man, one who has made his success in life by his own individual efforts. Highly esteemed and respected by all, surrounded by a large circle of friends, he is now enjoying the fruits of his early toil. SAMUEL WILKIN, one of the self-made and prosperous farmers of Harrison County, was born May 23, 1818, in Washington Township, where he still resides. His father, Archibald, was born in Pennsylvania, in which State Robert, father of Archibald, settled in 1770. Soon after his arrival in Pennsylvania Robert married Mary Hyde, who bore him the following children: Elizabeth, Nancy, Jane, Rebecca, Mary, Samuel, Thomas, Archibald, William, James and Robert. He came to Ohio about 1802, and leased a small farm near the city of Cadiz, Harrison County, remaining there a few years, and then he proceeded to Guernsey County, where he entered land where the town of Londonderry now stands. There he built a roomy house and opened a tavern, which was well known to the travelers of that time. He was a Whig, and served his party many years as justice of the peace. He was also a member of the Brethren Church, and was among its organizers. His son Archibald remained with his family until he was of age, when he was married to Hannah Davidson, daughter of Samuel Davidson, of Washington Township. The family resided in various places, but finally settled down in Harrison County, where they died. Their children were Samuel, Mary Ann, Jane and Angelina. In politics Mr. Wilkin was a Republican, and took quite an active part in party matters. He was also a member of the Brethren Church, in whose faith he died in 1870, Mrs. Wilkin having departed in 1856. Their lives were full of hard work and frugality, but they reared a large family, giving each such instruction as was deemed best for them, and when the final summons came gave up their work and sank quietly to rest. Samuel Wilkin has spent nearly his whole life in Washington Township, where, by faithful attention to business, by unceasing industry and economy, he has succeeded in becoming one of the solid farmers of his section. On April 18, 1843, he was married to Margaret Foraker, of Guernsey County, who bore him the following HARRISON COUNTY - 597 children: Ellis, Mary Ann, Archie, Hannah, Samuel and Margaret S. On October 22, 1864, Mrs. Wilkin died, and August 6, 1866, Mr. Wilkin was married to Jeanette McCormack, of Guernsey County. No children have resulted from this union. Mr. Wilkin engages in farming and stock-raising, his farm consisting of over 400 acres, about two and a half miles from Tippecanoe, Washington Township. He is a Republican, and one who has largely contributed to his party's success. He has been justice of the peace for several years, and has given satisfaction in the discharge of the duties of that office. The Wilkin family are members of the Methodist Episcopal Church at West Chester, in which for many years he has been trustee. Mr. Wilkin has been an extraordinarily successful man in business matters, as he has by his own work accumulated his entire property. E. W. LAUGHRIDGE, another of the native-born progressive agriculturists of North Township, Harrison County, first saw the light February 2, 1840, on the farm he now owns. His grandfather Laugh-ridge came with his family to America in 1806, settling in what is now North Township, Harrison Co., Ohio, where they carried on farming and spent the remainder of their lives. Of their children, James, the father of E. W., was born in Ireland, and was an infant of six months when his parents arrived in Harrison County. He grew to manhood on the paternal homestead in North Township, attending the common schools, and while a young man learned the trade of carpenter, which he followed many years. He was married, December 19, 1836, to Miss Anna, daughter of William and Sarah Henderson, of Harrison County, who both died in Tuscarawas County, the mother in 1850, and the father in 1852. Mr. James Laughridge entered the land which is now our subject's farm, and he and his wife lived in the old log house, which he had erected some time previously, and in which all their children were born and reared. They were the parents of four children, viz. : Sarah Ann, wife of Elias Stonebrook, of near Carrollton, Carroll County; E. W. ; Eliza Jane, widow of Henry Lutz, living near Carrollton, Carroll County, and James Wesley, in Carroll County. The father died in 1866, at the age of sixty years, six months and sixteen days. He was a farmer by occupation, and worked also on corporation jobs. In his political convictions he was a strong Whig, and afterward a Republican. The mother is now living with her son, James, in Carroll County, calmly awaiting the final summons, being now seventy-nine years of age. E. W. Laughridge, the subject proper of these lines, received his education at the old log school-house of the neighborhood, and assisted on the home farm. May 2, 1867, he was united in marriage with Miss Mary M., daughter of Daniel and Elizabeth Fierbaugh, of North Township [a sketch of whom appears elsewhere], and their home has ever since been made on the old farm place. Of their union three children have been born, viz. : Carrie E., Anna and Blanche, all at school. Politically Mr. Laughridge is a Republican, and has held various positions of trust in his township. He is a member of the F. & A. M. and the K. of P. His farm of 160 acres, which is chiefly devoted to stock-raising, is situated three miles northwest of Scio. ALEXANDER JOHNSON, one of the well and favorably known citizens of Rumley Township, Harrison County, was born in German Township, same county, August 18, 1818. In 1783 his father, Alexander Johnson, came to America from County Tyrone, Ireland, of which county he was a native. He was not much more than a lad, and when he arrived at his landing-place, Wilmington, Del., he had but three shillings in his pocket, with which to begin his career in the New World. He had learned the weaver's trade, however, in which he was proficient, but as the war had 598 - HARRISON COUNTY. prostrated all industries, he looked in vain for employment at that business; but he was not discouraged, and sought employment at farming, in which he continued for many years. He then removed to Pittsburgh, Penn., where he remained some time, and was there married to Mrs. William Work, nee Eleanor Brown. Mrs. Johnson was born in Baltimore, Md., where she was married and widowed. After marriage Mr. and Mrs. Johnson came to Harrison County, Ohio, settling near Jefferson, German Township, in 1814. Here he secured one of the earliest entered farms, which was only partly improved, a small log cabin being the dwelling, but by the industry and hard work of Mr. Johnson, was at his death one of the excellent farms in which German Township abounds. Here he and his faithful wife shared life's joys and sorrows till 1862, when death claimed the wife, who had reached the advanced age of seventy-five years. By her first marriage she was the mother of three children, all of whom are now deceased. By her last marriage she was the mother of the following children: Andrew, who died of cholera at Sparta, Ill. ; John, who was born in 1814 and died in 1875; Nancy, of German Township; Alexander, and Mary, now Mrs. Joseph Hamilton. Mr. Johnson survived until 1869, when he passed away, having attained the remarkable age of ninety-seven years. During his youth and early manhood Mr. Johnson endured many hardships and privations, and during his whole life was a hard earnest worker. When he attained his majority he had planned to come to America, but was attacked by sickness which kept him at home until the following year. He remained some time in the vicinity of Wilmington, Del., but soon proceeded to Butler County, Penn., where he marked out his farm with his tomahawk. He spent many nights in the woods, .with fire to keep away the various beasts of prey with which the woods-were filled. He kept the farm for some time, and finally sold out and worked out by the month. He then invested his earnings in a flat-boat, which he loaded with flour and took to New Or leans, where he sold it for fifteen dollars per barrel. Here he sold his boat, and proceeded to his home, making the whole journey on foot to Pittsburgh. Soon after his return a party of fifteen was organized for a prospecting tour through the West. When they reached Kentucky only eight were left. They passed through Nashville, which then contained only two or three houses. They soon after built a rude boat, and again took a cargo of flour to New Orleans. The market here being filled, prices were exceedingly low, and he decided to ship his cargo to the West Indies. He finally sold it at a great sacrifice, and returned to Pittsburgh. Soon after his settling in German Township he carried his wheat to Steubenville, where he sold it for twenty-five cents per bushel, and purchased coffee at fifty cents per pound. He and family were members of the Seceder Church of Jefferson, he having been a member before he left Ireland. He was a self-made man, and was very successful in his business undertakings, and at his death had amassed a handsome property. Alexander Johnson, our subject, grew to manhood on the home place, where he attended to the farm duties. His early education was received at the district schools of his neighborhood, which, though primitive, still exercised a strong and permanent influence on its students. December 7, 1852, he chose as his life's partner, Margaret, a daughter of Samuel Galbraith, who, with his wife, was a native of County Donegal, Ireland. Mr. and Mrs. Galbraith came to Harrison County, Ohio, from Pennsylvania in 1836, and here passed away their remaining years. Their family consisted of seven children, five of whom now survive. Mr. Johnson located at first in German Township, near the old homestead, where he remained till 1883, when he purchased his present residence, in Rumley Township, Harrison Co., Ohio. Five children have been born to Mr. and Mrs. Alexander Johnson, viz. : John, Samuel, Alexander (in Columbus, Ohio), Ellen Jane, and Isabella Ann (Mrs. Michael Finical). Until 1856 Mr. Johnson was an ardent Democrat, but then joined the Republican party, HARRISON COUNTY - 599 to which he has since lent very efficient service and support. He has been one of the earnest workers in his township, and has ever been prominently identified with every enterprise tending to the benefit or progress of his county. By his own industry, perseverance and economy, he has succeeded in gaining a prominent place in the financial circles of his county, and his worth, honesty and integrity have won for him the esteem of all. F. H. PENN, merchant, Means, Harrison Co., Ohio, is a son of Joseph H. Penn, who was a son of Thomas Penn, a native of England, and supposed to be a descendant of William Penn, the founder of Pennsylvania. Thomas Penn came to Harrison County, Ohio, in 1830, and settled at Tippecanoe, Washington Township, where he bought 160 acres of land of the Government. His son, Joseph, married Miss Jane Hamilton, and settled in Cadiz, Ohio, where he worked on farms in the summer and mined coal in the winter, and after a few years made enough money to start in mercantile business at Cadiz, in which he was very successful. In 1850 he came to German Township and bought a farm of 160 acres, and was known as one of the best and most skillful farmers of the township. He died in 1885, leaving a family of seven children, namely, Florella, wife of Jacob Lewis, of Cadiz; Thomas, who has since died; F. H., the subject of this sketch; Hannah M., wife of O. H. P. Long, of Bowerston, Ohio; Joseph R., of Means, Ohio; W. B., of Bowerston, Ohio, and Christianna, wife of Joshua A. Bell, engineer on the P., C. & St. L. R. R. F. H. Penn was born at Cadiz, Ohio, February 12, 1842, and received a practical business education at School No. 3, German Township. He spent his boyhood days till he was eighteen years old on the farm with his parents, when he entered a shoe store as an apprentice, and served two years. The fall of 1862 he entered the Union Army, in Company 0, One Hundred and Twenty-sixth Regiment, O. V. I., in which he served faithfully for three years. After his return home he started in business in Bowerston, Ohio, where he manufactured boots and shoes, at the same time selling ready-made goods. December 28, 1869, he married Miss Mary E. Cotter, of New Hagerstown, Ohio. In 1871 he came to Means and purchased the property he now occupies, having enlarged the buildings since, his business having continually increased, and he is now one of the most influential men in the county. He never has had time to bother with county offices, although he has always stood ready to help in any public enterprise. In 11880 he was appointed postmaster, which office he held for five years. He has always been a stanch Republican, serving his party faithfully. Our subject and wife have been blessed with three children: Eva M., Nora D. and Burdette H., all residing at home. Mr. and Mrs. Penn are faithful and active members of the Presbyterian Church. WESLEY A. HOLMES, one of the leading farmers of Short Creek Township, Harrison County, was bah in Short Creek Township, Harrison Co., Ohio, August 19, 1859, a son of Abraham and Phoebe (Ekey) Holmes, former also a native of Short Creek Township. Joseph Holmes, grandfather of Wesley A., was a native of Maryland, and in 1800 came to Short Creek Township, settling on a piece of wild land comprising the present farm, and one of the original patents signed by Thomas Jefferson is now in possession of our subject. Joseph Holmes married Sarah McNabb, and both died in Harrison County, the latter departing first, at the age of eighty-five years. They were the parents of eleven children, two of whom are now living: Joseph, in Hopedale; Martha (now Mrs. John Webb), in New Athens, Harrison County. The father of this family died at the age of ninety-eight years and eight months. He was a Democrat; was at one time a member of the Ohio Legislature.