500 - MEMORIAL RECORD. for three years. Later he was engaged in the book trade and then, in partnership with Dr. A. T. Speer, embarked in the drug business, of which he afterward became sole proprietor and with his children carried on the concern until about 1891. For some time he was a member of the City Council and also served two terms as Mayor. He was President of the Home Building Association, the Ohio Publishing Company and the Pioneers' Association. Politically, he gave his support to the men and principles advocated by the Republican party. Socially, he affiliated with the Independent Order of Odd Fellows, the Masonic fraternity, Union Veterans' League and the Grand Army of the Republic., He was reared in the Presbyterian faith, and although he never identified himself with any denomination he always lived an upright and strictly moral life. December 22, 1865, Mr. Nichols married Miss Mary, daughter of T. G. and Mary (Anderson) Speer. She was born in Jersey Township, Licking County, November 5, 1844, and by her marriage has had one child, Edwin, a physician of Newark. By his previous marriage to Adelia Speer, sister of his widow, Mr. Nichols had two children, Harry A. and Delmer T. EDWIN JONES, who is one of the successful agriculturists of the county, resides in St. Alban's Township. He is the owner of one hundred and twelve acres of well improved land and is prosecuting his chosen calling with a zeal and energy that almost invariably brings success. His life furnishes an illustration of the fact that the industry and perseverance of an intelligent man can, make the fertile acres of our country give forth rich treasures, far more precious than the fabled gold of El Dorado. The family of which our subject is a representative originated in Wales, where were born both his parents, Maurice and Jane (Glynn) Jones, the birth of the latter occurring in 1808. The father settled in Pennsylvania at the age of twenty-one years, and after spending some time in the Keystone State came to Ohio and settling in Licking County, purchased a farm in Newton Township. Clearing his land, he gave his attention to its cultivation and improvement until his death, which occurred about 1872. In Licking County occurred his marriage to Miss Jane Glynn, who died many years prior to his demise, passing away in Newton Township, March 27, 1851. Unto Maurice and Jane Jones were born twelve children, of whom the following attained years of maturity: Sarah J., Edwin, John V-, Enoch, Elizabeth, Maurice R., Mary Ann and Caroline. The subject of this sketch was born in Newton Township, Licking County, April 22, 1833, and was reared to manhood upon his father's farm, his boyhood years passing uneventfully in mingled work and play. Agriculture his been his life occupation, and he has been thus engaged first in Newton and later in St. Alban's Township. The year 1865 witnessed his removal to the latter township, and here he has since resided, meantime giving his attention to the sowing of seed and harvesting of grain. Upon his farm may be noticed the usual improvements of a modern estate. There are fields of grain, also pastures of convenient size. The residence is neat in appearance, modern in design and attractive in its furnishings. In Granville Township, March 28, 1859, occurred the marriage of Edwin Jones to Phoebe A. Pittsfield, and they became the parents of three children, namely: Oscar J., who is engaged in the mercantile business in Winfield, Kan.; Jennie M. wife of Rev. P. W. Longfellow, of Grand Fork, N. Dak., and Phoebe A., who married Reuben F. Tyler, of St. Alban's Township. The wife and mother passed away in Newton Township, March 2, 1864. The second marriage of Mr. Jones was solemnized in Granville Township, March 12, 1865, uniting him with Susan N. Booth. The children born of this union are four in number, as follows: Mary E.; Caroline B., wife of Dr. F. Williams, of Columbus; Anna, and Edna. The great issues of the present age receive careful consideration from Mr. Jones, but in local affairs he does not take an active part, preferring to give his attention wholly to his farm work. A MEMORIAL RECORD - 501 sincere Christian, he gives his support to the Baptist Church, with which he is connected. Although he began life without means he has steadily worked his way upward, overcoming by perseverance the obstacles in his path, and is now numbered among the substantial farmers of the community. REV. WILLIAM HENSLEY, of Hopewell Township, is held in high esteem for his honorable career as agriculturist and local minister, and for his worth as a citizen of unblemished character. For thirty years or more he has preached the Gospel, and in the Methodist Episcopal Church he is an active and influential officer. Much of his attention has been devoted to agricultural pursuits, and his farm proves conclusively the energetic supervision of the owner. In Muskingum County, Ohio, the subject of this notice was born March 19, 1819, to John P. and Elizabeth (Hill) Hensley. His parents were natives of the Old Dominion and came to Ohio in 1805, enduring the hardships of pioneer life among the early settlers of Muskingum County. Thence in 1832 they came to Licking County. Their family consisted of four children, two of whom are deceased. Besides our subject the only member of the family now living is Julia Ann, wife of Ashard Critten and a resident of Pulaski County, Ind. The boyhood days of our subject were spent on his father's farm, which is comprised in his pres ent homestead. On the 4th of January, 1838, he married Miss Louisa Lake, a daughter of Willis and Annie (Grigsby) Lake, natives of Virginia, who came to this country in an early day and settled in Licking County. Mrs. Hensley was one of-eight children, of whom there are now living besides herself a sister, Elizabeth Critten, whose home is in Putnam County, Ohio, and a brother, Ashford Lake, a resident of Iowa. The union of Mr. and Mrs. Hensley has been blessed by the birth of four children, viz.: Sarah Ann, now the wife of Abraham Brown, of Kansas; Ashford L., who resides in Louisville, Ky.; Mary Elizabeth, who married H. M. McCracken, of Licking County,and has two children; Austin P., of Newark, who is connected with the Borton Institute. Upon his one hundred acres Mr. Hensley has erected substantial farm buildings, including a comfortable residence. In the winter of 1840 he became converted and since then he has been a faithful, consistent Christian. At present he holds the position of local Elder in the Methodist Episcopal Church. In political affairs he takes .the Democratic view and votes and works with that party. However, he is not narrow minded in his opinions and if he considers the Republican candidate better qualified for the office, he transfers his allegiance pro tem to that party. In the community he is considered one of the substantial, industrious and prominent citizens. He is ever ready to lend a helping hand to the poor and needy, and is an active supporter of the right and equally earnest in his opposition to the wrong. CHARLES A PIGG, who upon his farm in 7Madison Township raises all kinds of grain and stock and also devotes considerable attention to the dairy business, was born in the township where he now resides, the date of his birth being December 29, 1834. He is the eldest child of George and Jane (Knox) Pigg, who came to Madison Township in 1834 and rented a farm for several years thereafter, later purchasing the place where Charles A. now lives. In the family were four sons and one daughter. The latter became the wife of Sidney Smith and made her home upon a farm near that belonging to our subject,until her death which occurred January 4,1883. The brothers are William, whose sketch is presented on another page of this volume; George, who married Clara Shaw and resides on a portion of the old homestead, and David, who chose as his wife Eliza Avery and resides in Newark, where he is Justice of the Peace. The three brothers living 502 - MEMORIAL RECORD. here purchased the interests of David and Isabella, the sister, in the old home place. At the time of the division of the estate, the property consisted of three hundred and forty acres, of which Charles A. is the owner of one hundred and six acres. Alternating attendance at the neighboring schools with work upon the home farm, our subject passed the happy and busy days of boyhood and youth. Upon starting out in life for himself lie chose the occupation of an agriculturist, and to this he has devoted his entire attention. His parents are both deceased. His father, who was born in Northumberland County, England, March 8, 1799, died September 16, 1862, after having accumulated a valuable and well improved property. The mother, a native of the same place as her husband, was born August 6, 1809, and died September 4, 1882. From a long line of worthy English ancestors, our subject has inherited qualities of determination and force of character, and to these he adds the American qualifications of enterprise and push. In Madison Township, May 14, 1878, occurred the marriage of Charles A. Pigg and Miss Cyrena Stadden, daughter of Matthias and Zevalena (Huse) Stadden. Her father was born in 1817, in Madison Township, Licking County, to which place her paternal grandfather had come in 1800. She is one of three children, having an older brother, Rollin, in Clinton County, and a younger brother, Clarence, on the old homestead. The only child of Mr. and Mrs. Pigg is Edward E., who was born June 2, 1882, and is now a student in the district schools. Mrs. Pigg is a cultured lady and was a school teacher for a number of years before her marriage. In political sentiment Mr. Pigg is a Democrat and keeps himself well informed concerning the issues of the day, but has never sought or desired public office. However, he has been chosen to serve in various positions of trust and is now serving his sixth year as Trustee of the Township, an office which has control of all elections, the township poor, roads, taxes, etc. Though reared in the Methodist faith, he and his wife are identified with the Christian Church. He operates a mixed farm, raising the various cereals as well as good grades of stock. He has a number of Jersey cows and is engaged in the dairy business, the quality of his dairy products being of such a high grade that they command better prices than those for the ordinary product. ALEX. OATMAN, a resident of Eden Town ship, has spent his entire life in Licking County, and is well known among its agriculturists and business men. He was born in Mary Ann Township, February 18, 1855, and is a son of Charles and Esther (McDowell) Oatman. His paternal grandfather, Andrew Oatman, came to Ohio in an early day, and settling in Licking County, became the owner of a farm in Mary Ann Township, where his death occurred. His family consisted of three sons and five daughters, namely: Harriet, who married Harvey Beeney and resides in Mary Ann Township; Eliza, who married Lemuel Westbrook and died in Mary Ann Township; Emily, who died unmarried; Jemima, Mrs. John Vanatta, who died in Licking County; Nancy, who was taken from earth in childhood; Charles, father of our subject; Warren, and George, of Newton Township. The life occupation of Andrew Oatman was that of a general farmer, and he was thus engaged in Mary Ann Township, with the exception of four years spent in Allen County, Ind., until his death, meantime becoming the owner of valuable property. His widow survives him and makes her home in Licking County. They had four children, as follows: Cordelia, wife of Levi Billman, of Newark; Alex; Mary, who died unmarried, and George, whose home is in Mary Ann Township. No event of special importance occurred during the boyhood and youth of our subject. He remained with his parents until 1875, when lie established domestic ties, being then united with Sarah M. Stillwell, a native of Eden Township and daughter of Lewis and Priscilla Stillwell. Mrs. Oatman is a lady of pleasant disposition and an MEMORIAL RECORD - 503 earnest, faithful member of the United Brethren Church. She presides over her home graciously, and all who cross its threshold are welcomed to comfort and true hospitality. In her own right she owns two hundred and forty-nine acres of valuable land. There is but one child, a son, Frank, who was born May 28, 1877. Although he began his business career with little capital, Mr. Oatman has steadily worked his way upward, overcoming by perseverance the obstacles in his path, and is now numbered among the substantial farmers of the community. In politics he is unswerving in his allegiance to the Democratic party. lie is a man of sound views on all the important questions of the day, and is well dowered with tenacity of purpose, sagacious and independent judgment and other traits necessary to success in any vocation. BENJAMIN A. STILLWELL still resides upon the old homestead where he was born more than sixty years ago. He is one of the successful agriculturists of Eden Township and engages in general farming upon his estate of two hundred and three acres. Both in his life and in his external surroundings he is certainly worthy to attract the attention of the biographer, and is a man of sturdy principle, who will stand by what he believes to be right, without fear or favor. The Stillwell family was for several generations resident in Virginia, where our subject's paternal grandfather, Elias, made his home. The parents, David and Maria (Fauk) Stillwell, were natives of Virginia and Maryland, and were married in the state last named. Coming to Ohio they settled in Eden Township, Licking County, and thence, in 1865, removed to Knox County. He was residing near Bladensburg when his death occurred in 1872, at the age of seventy-six years. His wife had died six years previous to his demise. His trade was that of a tanner, at which he was employed throughout his entire business life. There were in the family nine children who attained years of maturity, namely: Elias, deceased; Harriet, who married Thomas Miller and removed to Kansas; Gazelda, Mrs. William Young, who died in Illinois; Lewis, who died in Eden Township; Evaline, who married John Sanders and died in Eden Township; Mary, wife of William Beeney, residing in Knox County; James, of Eden Township; Benjamin A., and .David, who died at the age of twenty-three years. The subject of this sketch was born in Eden Township, June 11, 1833, and in boyhood worked at the tanners' trade, but the occupation not being congenial to him, he turned his attention to agriculture and has since been thus engaged. The marriage of Mr. Stillwell united him with a lady whose amiability of character and thorough culture have made her a congenial companion and suitable helpmate. She was Sarah, daughter of John and Eliza (Varner) McQueen, and was born in Fallsbury Township, Licking County. They have had four children, the youngest of whom, Lewis by name, died in infancy. The others are: Franklin, who resides in Newark, Ohio; Ella, who married Cary Harris and lives in Mary Ann Township, and Orlando, who resides with his parents. While agricultural affairs engage Mr. Stillwell's attention, they do not do so to the exclusion of public-spirited enterprises and movements of local importance. He takes an active interest in politics and is a Democrat in national issues, but in local matters supports the man and the measure, rather than any political organization. His membership is with the Methodist Episcopal Church, to the good work of which he is ever ready to contribute. SOLON HAZELTON, dealer in agricultural implements, embarked in this business at Alexandria about 1886. He began upon a small scale, but from time to time has enlarged his stock as the volume of his trade increased until he is now one of the most successful business men of the place. His establishment is well supplied with all kinds of farm implements, and by his un- 504 - MEMORIAL RECORD. tiring efforts, genial courtesy and fair dealing he has secured a liberal share of the public patronage. In the Green Mountain State the eyes of our subject first opened to the light. He was born in the township of Essex, Chittenden County, November 26,1823, to the union of John and Fannie (Bates) Hazelton, natives respectively of New Hampshire and Vermont. His parents came to Ohio in 1833, and settling in Licking County, resided in Granville Township for a few years. Thence removing to St. Alban's Township, they continued to reside there until their death. By occupation he was a farmer, and in political matters a stanch Democrat. His family numbered the following named eight children: Solon; Isaac N., Almira, Samuel, Arthur, Josephine, Herman and Betsey. When ten years old our subject accompanied the family to Licking County and afterward remained under the parental roof until he was about eighteen, when he started out in life for himself. Prior to the age of twenty-one he was employed in farming, after which he was for a short time engaged in the manufacture of wheat fans and then traveled over the country selling them, for three years in the employ of others and two years on his own account. Then purchasing some land in St. Alban's Township, he began the life of an agriculturist, in which he continued exclusively until 1861. Retaining its general supervision, though no longer actively engaged in -tilling the soil, he went to Shelbyville and resumed his former business, engaging in the manufacture of wheat fans for one year. In 1862 he went to Indianapolis, and was similarly employed for one year. He then returned to his farm in St. Alban's Township, which he still owns and operates, though giving his attention mainly to the agricultural implement business. His farm consists of eighty-seven acres, and is under excellent cultivation. In St. Alban's Township occurred the marriage of Solon Hazelton and Miss Mary L. Beaumont. She is a daughter of the late Isaiah and Nettie (Carpenter) Beaumont, who migrated from Pennsylvania to Ohio in an early day and made settlement in St. Alban's Township, Licking County, where they remained until death. Mr. and Mrs. Hazelton have had three children; the eldest of whom, Frank, died at the age of about five years. Lizzie, the older daughter, is the wife of William P. Bowman; Carrie, the younger daughter, married R. W. Smith, of Alexandria. Mr. and Mrs. Hazelton are truly representative members of the farming community of St. Alban's Township, as well as the business element of Alexandria, being enterprising and industrious. The Democratic party claims the hearty allegiance and co-operation of Mr. Hazelton, and to it he gives his support. In his religious views he is liberal; his wife is a devoted member of the Methodist Episcopal Church, in which she finds a broad field of labor and usefulness. ELIAS B. OSBORN, a general farmer and stock-raiser of St. Alban's Township, was born in Franklin County, Ohio, June 7, 1850. He is a son of Joseph and Henrietta (Wiro) Osborn, the former a native of New Jersey, the latter born in Pennsylvania. They accompanied their respective parents to Ohio, and settling in Franklin County, there met and married. Of their four children, Elias B. is the second in respect to birth. He was reared to manhood upon the home farm, and after completing the studies of the common schools, entered the Reynoldsburg High School. On discontinuing his studies he gave his attention to farm pursuits, and has since been thus engaged. In 1873 was solemnized the marriage of Elias B. Osborn and Hattie Blakesley, a native of Medina County, Ohio, and the daughter of Chauncey Blakesley. They are the parents of two children, sons, named Herbert and Arthur A. In religious connections they belong to the Methodist Episcopal Church, in which Mr. Osborn is now serving as a Trustee. In addition to the raising of cereals, he has devoted considerable time and attention to stock-raising, in which department of agriculture he has met with success. He owns and cultivates MEMORIAL RECORD - 505 one hundred and fifty-five acres of fine land, of which one hundred were given him by his father. While farming engages his attention, it does not do so to the exclusion of the public welfare, and as a stanch friend of the Republican party, he gives his influence for its candidates and its measures. He has served as Township Trustee, in which position he represented his fellow-citizens with energy and capability. ANDREW BEARD, of Licking Township, has engaged in farming and stock-raising throughout his business career. He now owns an excellent farm of four hundred and fifty acres, much of which is under a high state of cultivation and yields him a golden tribute for the care and labor he bestows upon it. He is laborious in the attention he bestows upon his land, and the performance of his duties brings him a very satisfactory financial return. The father of our subject, Thomas Beard, was one of the early settlers of Licking County, having come here in boyhood and settled in Licking Township. Here he married Rachel Pitzer, daughter of Richard Pitzer, one of the pioneers of the township. After his marriage Mr. Beard engaged in farming pursuits in Licking County until his death, which occurred in 1844. Though a native of New Jersey, his life was principally spent in Ohio, and he was a witness of much of the development of Licking County. His widow, who still survives (1894), is now eighty-seven years of age. They have a family of ten children: Joseph, Anna, Maria, Andrew, Margaret, Catherine, Sarah, John, James and Rachel. The second son in the family was Andrew, the subject of this notice, who was born in Licking Township January 10, 1835. In play and work, in the usual manner of farmer lads, he spent the days of childhood and youth, receiving a fair education in the district schools. In Licking Township, September 14, 1857, he married Miss Eliza H. Headly, a daughter of Usual and Elizabeth Headley, who died in this township. Mrs. Beard is one of six children, whose names are, Gamaiel, Jane, Elizabeth, Eliza H., Helom and Manilla. She was born in Muskingum County, Ohio, August 12, 1835, and by her marriage with our subject has become the mother of six children. Charlenia is the wife of Dr. O. N. Wolcott, of Columbus, Ohio; Lua W. married W. E. Wallace, a resident of Licking Township; Etta G. is the wife of W. O. Croyall; Edward V. chose as his helpmate Miss Margaret Stewart; Glennia is the wife of A. E. Lewis, of Bowling Green Township; Andrew F. completes the family circle. Mr. Beard has held the office of Township Treasurer and Trustee. For several years he was connected with the Licking County Agricultural Society, of which lie was President for four years. He has always taken an active part in local affairs, and has acted with the Democratic party. During the Civil War he was Captain of a militia company formed in Licking Township, and in the dark days of the Rebellion was stanch in his adherence to the Union. He is a man who enjoys the confidence of the people in the township where he lives, and in consequence has a large amount of business to transact for others in the settlement of estates. Farming has been his principal occupation, and of it he has made a success. GEORGE WEAVER. This venerable citizen of Licking County has been long and honorably connected with the history of Washington Township, of which he has been a resident for a period covering almost seventy years. A native of the Old Dominion, he was born in Shenandoah County in 1812 to Michael and Mary (Sagers) Weaver. About 1825 the family came to Ohio and sojourned for a time in Flint Ridge, but soon settled permanently in Washington Township, Licking County. There the mother died, after having reared a family of seven sons and five daughters. By a second marriage the father had 506 - MEMORIAL RECORD. one son and three daughters. His death occurred in the village of Utica. The subject of this sketch has resided in Licking County from his youth, growing to manhood amid the environments of frontier life. For many years he was actively engaged in farming pursuits, and being a man of energy and resolution of character, attained success in his chosen calling. He also learned the trade of a carpenter, which he followed in connection with agriculture. As a helpmate on life's journey he chose Miss Ruth Waters, and their union resulted in the birth of eleven children, three of whom died in childhood. The others were named, Martin, Silas, Sarah, Addison, William, Charles, Benjamin and Ada. After a happy wedded life of a half-century, Mr. and Mrs. Weaver celebrated their golden wedding, upon which occasion they were the recipients of numerous presents from relatives and friends. It is the wish of their hosts of warm personal friends that they may be spared for many years in the enjoyment of health and strength. They are a worthy couple, and their children owe to them not a little of the success they have attained, for by their judicious training they implanted in the hearts of their sons and daughters a love for all that is true and noble and good. JAMES V. PHILLIPS. As a representative of the young business men of the county, upon whose intelligence, sagacity and energy the future well-being of this section of the state depends; as a representative also of one of the pioneer families of the county, who were eyewitnesses of its growth and development and took an active part in its upbuilding, we present the name and a brief record of the life of James V. Phillips, a general agriculturist of Madison Township. The subject of this sketch was born in Fallsbury Township, Licking County, Ohio, December 12, 1860, and is a member of a pioneer family of this locality, both his paternal and maternal grandparents having been among the early settlers of the county. His parents were Levi and Rachel (Colville) Phillips, both natives of Licking County, the father born in Falisbury Township April 1, 1830, and the mother a native of Eden Township, born in 1840. By occupation Levi Phillips was an agriculturist, and being a man of economical habits and considerable perseverance, he gained the means with which to surround his family with the comforts of life. There were eight children born to Levi and Rachel Phillips, of whom seven are living, James V. being the next to the eldest. The others are, Milton, who married Bertha Montgomery and resides in Newark; Laura, who became the wife of a Mr. Claggett and resides in Mary Ann Township, Licking County; Rosa, who married Samuel Allison, business man residing in Newark; Viola, wife of William .Shannon, who resides in Mary Ann Township; John William and Otterbein, who are at home with the parents. Jacob Newton .who was the fourth in order of birth, died at the age of one and one-half years. The early life of our subject passed uneventfully. As soon as old enough he began work upon the farm, and during the summer months labored at home, while in the winter season he attended the district schools of the neighborhood where his education was acquired. Having arrived at years of maturity he began business on his own account, and as a helpmate on life's journey chose Miss Abbie Stasal, their wedding being celebrated February 24, 1887. The lady is the daughter of Nicholas and Emma (Trivola) Stasal, natives respectively of Germany and Licking County, Ohio. Her mother dying when she was eighteen months old, she was then placed in the family of her father's brother, George Stasal, with whom she remained until attaining years of womanhood. She was twenty-four years of age at the time of her marriage. Three children bless this union, named as follows: Emma Geneva, who was born December 4, 1888; Mertie May, September 28, 1890, and James Lee, May 11, 1893. Mrs. Phillips has one brother and three sisters. The former, Albert A., an attorney in Newark, MEMORIAL RECORD - 507 married Miss May Woods and they have one child, Sarah. The sisters are, Annie, wife of Hon. Charles Seward, a prominent attorney of Newark, and now Probate Judge of Licking County; Leila, who married Dr. John Mitchell, a practicing physician of Newark; and Clara, who keeps house for her father, a contractor and builder of Newark. For three years after his marriage our subject operated as a renter, and then bought his present farm comprising one hundred acres, upon which he engages in raising grain, stock and fruit. While usually voting the Democratic ticket, he is liberal in his views and in local matters supports the man rather than the party. ALFRED FOLLETT, M. D., is entitled to a position among the pioneer physicians of Licking County, having been a resident of Granville, his present home, since July 6, 1863, prior to which time he practiced his profession in Johnstown for fourteen years. During this long period his career has been honorable to himself alike as citizen and as a physician, and he has won the confidence of all with whom social or professional relations has brought him into contact. A native of Vermont, 1)r. Follett was born in Enosburg, Franklin County, September 1, 1822, to the union of John Fossett and Sallie (Woodruff) Follett. In October, 1836, the family came to Ohio and the father purchased a farm near Johnstown, spending the remainder of his life in this county and dying at the age of seventy-two years. His wife died a month after his demise, aged seventy-three years. They had nine children, six sons and three daughters. The early life of our subject was passed in the Green Mountain State. After coming to Ohio he attended the common schools and later was a student in the academy at Granville. For a time he engaged in teaching school. Shortly before he - 23 - was twenty-one, while attending a threshing machine (the first one in Licking County) he slipped and fell in such a manner that his foot was badly crushed and amputation rendered necessary. This accident changed the course of his life and he soon afterward commenced to read medicine at Granville, with Dr. Charles H. Gifford as preceptor. In 1849 lie opened an office in Sandusky City, but the lake winds affected his wife's health so seriously that he soon removed to Johnstown and there practiced for some years prior to coming to Granville. In April, 1849, Dr. Follett was united in marriage with Miss Maria L. Jones and three children resulted from this union, namely: George P., a physician in the Central Ohio Lunatic Hospital at Columbus, who died of typhoid fever in December, 1881; Sarah F., wife of John S. Jones, a coal dealer of Chicago, and Alfred K., a physician of Granville and a young man of superior education and ability. In his religious connections our subject is a consistent member of the Presbyterian Church, in which lie is at present serving as an Elder and Trustee. Formerly he was identified with Olive Lodge, I. 0. 0. F., of Granville. His entire life has been devoted to the profession in which he has achieved marked success. In all the advances made in the science of medicine he is interested and well informed, and lie ranks among the ablest practitioners of the county. He is a charter member of the State Medical Society, also holding membership in the Licking County, the Central Ohio and the American Medical Society, and is a frequent attendant at the conventions of these various associations. THOMAS W. BOYER. This representative agriculturist of Fallsbury Township, was born in Frederick County, Md., May 14, 1825, and is a son of Nicholas and Katherine (Tuckenbill) Boyer, also natives of Maryland. At the age of sixteen years he was apprenticed to the 508 - MEMORIAL RECORD. shoemaker's trade, and this vocation he has followed the larger part of his life. Coming to Ohio in 1846, he settled in Muskingum County, and thence in 1858 he came to Licking County, locating at Denman's Cross Roads. While there he worked at his trade during the winter seasons, and upon his farm in the summer. On the 14th of May, 1858, Thomas W. Boyer and Miss Liza Varner were united in marriage. The date was a memorable one to both as the anniversary of their birth, and no one knows which is the older of the two, or in whose favor is the few hours difference in their ages. She is a daughter of Jacob and Margaret Varner, the former a native of Ohio, and the latter of Maryland. Eight children have resulted from the union, one of whom is deceased. Those who survive are: Martha, living in Newark; Manuel H., whose home is at Rocky Fork; Isah, a resident of Iowa; Margaret, who is married and lives in Mary Ann Township; Mary, now Mrs. Moran, who lives in Mary Ann Township; Thomas W., Jr., who married Miss Mary Nichols, and lives on the old home place, and John E., who is also at home. The farm owned and occupied by Mr. Boyer consists of two hundred and thirty acres, upon which substantial buildings have been erected and other valuable improvements added. In politics a Republican, he votes with and works for that party. He and his family hold membership in the Disciples' Church, and in the community they are highly esteemed for sterling traits of character and genuine worth. JOHN P. DEVENNEY. There are comparatively few to whom it is permitted to attain an age so advanced as has Mr. Devenney. Born some years prior to the War of 1812, he has witnessed the marvelous improvements wrought during the present century. He has noted the gradual westward retreat and decay of the Indian tribes, the disappearance of wild animals, the clearing of land, cultivation of soil, introduction of modern machinery, the swift growth of cities and the myriads of changes for which this age will be memorable in history. In these transformations he has taken an active part, and worthily ranks among the honored pioneers of the county. For many years a resident of McKean Township, the subject of this sketch was born in Orange County, Va., March 11, 1808. He was a lad of fourteen years when the family removed to Martinsburg, Berkeley County, Va. (now, W. Va.), and there he remained until manhood, meantime learning the tanner's trade under the instruction of his father, a practical tanner. In 1831 the family came to Ohio and settled in Licking County. The parents, Cornelius and Elizabeth (Deihl) Devenney, were residents of McKean Township until they passed away, he, at the age of eighty-two, and she, at eighty-one years. On the 20th of March, 1834, occurred the marriage of John P. Devenney and Miss Deborah B. Sheldon. Mrs. Devenney was born in Massachusetts, August 27, 1809, and accompanied her mother to Licking County in 1827. 'After his marriage Mr. Devenney for some years cultivated a portion of the old homestead, three-fourths of a mile west of his present farm. In 1842 he located on the property which he has since owned and occupied. In youth and early manhood he advocated the principles of the Democratic party, but after the Missouri Compromise, and about the time of the organization of the Republican party, he became a supporter of the newly formed party, to which he has since adhered. When a young man Mr. Devenney was made a Mason in Equality Lodge at Martinsburg, Va., and was one of the charter members of Farmers' Lodge No. 153, A. F. & A. M., of Fredonia, but later affiliated with the lodge at Alexander. A sincere Christian, he has long been connected with the Presbyterian Church and his life has been such as to prove his deep religious belief better than mere words could do. His marriage was blessed by the birth of two sons and two daughters, as follows: Warner C., who resides in Granville; Samuel S., who manages the home farm; Emma, MEMORIAL RECORD - 509 wife of J. M. Robinson, of Granville, and Helen, who resides with her parents. For more than sixty years Mr. and Mrs. Devenney have walked life's pathway together, and by mutual helpfulnesss and co-operation have divided their sorrows and doubled their joys. Through their united efforts they have acquired the ownership of three hundred acres of valuable land, from the cultivation of which they receive a good income. They have always been industrious, energetic, persevering and efficient, and as a consequence are prosperous and highly respected. JOSEPH P. H. STEDEM, M. D., a practicing physician of Newark and a member of the United States Pension Examining Board, was born in Logan, Ohio, May 2, 1856, being a son of Anton and Anna Catherine (Recklenwald) Stedem, natives of Prussia, Germany. During the German Revolution of 1848 the father left his native land and, crossing the Atlantic, sojourned for a time in Canada near Niagara Falls. Thence he went to Cincinnati, Ohio, and from there to Logan, the same state, where he married in 1855, his wife having come to this country three years before. A tanner by trade, he followed that occupation in Logan until his brother Joseph came from Germany. The latter being a butcher, they formed a partnership in the meat business, in which he continued until his death, which occurred in 1874, on the forty-eighth anniversary of his birth. His widow now makes her home in Philadelphia, Pa. The subject of this sketch is the eldest of eight children, the others being named as follows: Margaret, wife of George Fox, of Logan; Mary, Frederick William, a druggist in Philadelphia; Adolph, of Logan; Lizzie, who died at the age of six years; Clement, who passed away at the age of four years, and Lawrence, a druggist of Philadelphia, The father was a member of the Roman Catholic Church, to which the mother still belongs. The rudiments of his education our subject acquired in the common schools of Logan, and he was afterward a student in the high school at the same place. Having resolved to enter the profession of a physician and surgeon, he commenced to read medicine, with Dr. Hugh Campbell as preceptor. Subsequently he attended the Jefferson Medical College, of Philadelphia, taking a three years' course in that institution, from which he was graduated in 1888. After completing his medical studies the Doctor spent fifteen months at St. Agnes Hospital, Philadelphia, and then in 1889 settled in Newark, where he has since built up a good practice. On the 1st of August, 1893, he was appointed a member of the Pension Board, and in this capacity lie has since served. He is also a member of the Board of Health. The principles of the Democratic party he believes to be best adapted to our country's welfare, and to them he gives his unswerving allegiance. Since the 1st of May, 1890, he has been one of the surgeons for the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad. The lady who, on the 12th of January, 1892, became the wife of Dr. Stedem, bore the maiden name of Lizzie Brennan, and was born in Newark, Ohio, being a daughter of Edward and Mary Brennan. The Doctor and his wife are highly regarded by the people of the city, and are prominent in social circles. In his religious connections he adheres to the faith of his forefathers and is identified with the Catholic Church. He takes commendable interest in all measures designed to promote the prosperity of the people, and aids all progressive enterprises with his co-operation and support. JACOB S. YOEMANS. The Pataskala Banking Company was organized in 1888 and enjoys the distinction of being the first and only institution of the kind in the place. It was established with the following officers: Joseph 510 - MEMORIAL RECORD. Atkinson, President; W. H. Mead, Vice-President; and J. S. Yoemans, Cashier. There are eight gentlemen who are partners in the concern, which is conducted as a private bank. Such has been the reliability of its transactions that it occupies a high place in the confidence of the people, and is one of the solid financial institutions of the county. The cashier of the bank, to whom its success is largely due, was born in Etna Township, Licking County, October, 29, 1840, being a son of W. C. Yoemans. His early life was passed upon the home farm, and he attended the district school a few months each year until seventeen years of age. Then starting out for himself, he secured a position as teacher, receiving a salary of $1 per day for four months. During the following winter he was similarly engaged at the same wages. The Civil War broke out, and at once the hitherto quiet little community was plunged in the deepest excitement. Two of his brothers at once became soldiers, and in 1864 his name was enrolled as a member of the One Hundred and Thirty-fifth Ohio Infantry, in which he served for four months. After leaving the service, Mr. Yoemans went to Natchez, Miss., and for a time clerked in a store, of which he later became one of the proprietors. While thus engaged he was drafted in both the Union and Confederate service, but did not again enter the army. During the season of 1866 he raised cotton in partnership with his brother, Col. Morrison Yoemans. Returning to the Buckeye State, in 1869 he embarked in the general mercantile business under the firm name of Mead & Yoe-mans, and conducted an extensive business until 1885. A few years later he assisted in the organization of the banking company, with which lie has since been identified. The first wife of Mr. Yoemans was Sarah, daughter of Stephen C. Williams. She was born in Harrison Township, Licking County, and died in 1888, leaving a daughter, Bertha, now the wife of S. C. Mauger, of Columbus. In October, 1889, Mr. Yoemans was united in marriage with Miss May Finkbone, a native of Fairfield County, Ohio. The political views of Mr. Yocmans bring him into active co-operation with the Republican party, and he always casts his ballot for the principles advo cated by that political organization. In addition to his banking business, he devotes some attention to real estate, in which he deals extensively. He is a man who has made his own way in the world, and the success that has come to him is the result of his own prudence, energy, perseverance and sagacity. Socially, he is connected with the Independent Order of Odd Fellows, belonging to Pataskala Valley Lodge No. 488, in which lie has passed the various chairs. GEORGE N. HUPP, Trustee of Licking Township, is a worthy representative of a family that for three generations has been identified with the history of this township and county. His grandfather, Samuel Hupp, Sr., came to this state, probably from Pennsylvania, and settling in Licking Township continued to make his home there until his death. Our subject's father, Samuel Hupp, Jr., was born and reared in Licking Township, and here married Miss Adeline, daughter of Joseph Stewart, who migrated to Ohio from West Virginia and lit ttled in Licking County. The parents of our subject passed their entire wedded lives in Licking Township, and here their household was increased by the birth of four children, namely: Joseph M.; Samantha, who became the wife of James Richardson and died in Licking Township; John W., who also died in this township; and George N., the youngest member of the family circle. The last-named son was born at the old homestead October 16,1845, and in the neighboring schools he gained a practical education that fitted him for an active business life. Agriculture has been his life calling, and he is the owner of a valuable tract of one hundred acres. In Allegheny County, Pa., March 9, 1886, Miss J. Etta Wilson, a native of that county, became MEMORIAL RECORD - 511 the wife of Mr. Hupp, and their union resulted in the birth of one son, Samuel W. The only sorrow of their otherwise happy wedded life has been the death of their only child, who was taken from them in infancy. In the spring of 1894 Mr. Hupp was elected one of the Trustees of Licking Township, he being the nominee of the Democratic party. While not identified with any denomination, he takes considerable interest in religious affairs and contributes to the good works of the Presbyterian Church, wls LICKING COUNTY CHILDREN'S HOME. This institution was established in 1886 and stands as a monument to the benevolent and philanthropic character of the people. The Home was erected at the expense of the county and is supported by direct taxation. Within its walls orphaned and deserted children are tenderly cared for, taught habits of industry and honesty and fitted for positions of usefulness in the world. Many who otherwise might have led useless, or even vicious lives, are brought under Christian influence, and by contact with intelligent, thrifty people are elevated and ennobled. The good thus accomplished it is impossible to estimate. The building is arranged for convenience and comfort, as well as with an eye to symmetry and beauty. Surrounding the house is a farm consisting of one hundred and five acres, upon which are raised vegetables, fruits, grain and poultry. Horses and cattle are also kept, sufficient grain being grown on the farm for their sustenance. There is usually a surplus of grain and vegetables, which are sold and applied to the purchase of necessary articles not grown. In this way the Home is in a measure self-supporting. In connection with the Home there is a school during ten months of the year, in which two teachers are employed. The usual branches of the common schools are taught. The children are expected to work when not in school, much as they would aid their parents if at home, and all gladly avail themselves of this opportunity. Since the establishment of the institution in 1886, four hundred and thirty-four children have been cared for beneath its shelter. Prior to that time there had been a Home in operation in the city of Newark for six years, but necessarily upon a small scale owing to lack of room and means. Orphaned or abandoned children are taken at any age under sixteen, and cared for until they attain that age. Parents who place their children in the Home are obliged to surrender all control of them. Children are placed in suitable homes at any age, it being necessary that the home shall be satisfactory to the Superintendent as well as the child satisfactory to the foster parents. The building is a three-story structure of brick, finished in modern style, fire proof and arranged so as to secure ventilation in every room. Exclusive of schoolrooms, laundry, furnace and boiler rooms, there are one hundred and forty-four rooms, all large and airy, and well adapted to the purposes designed. The building is heated by steam and supplied with JAMEShe modern improvements. JAMES M. MORGAN. The farm owned and occupied by this gentleman is one which attracts the attention of every visitor to Hopewell Township. It comprises three hundred and forty-two acres of fertile land, upon which he carrries on general agricultural pursuits, though giving his attention mainly to the raising of stock. The pleasant family residence is surrounded by shade and ornamental trees, and near by flows a beautiful spring of water. One of the valuable improvements of the place is a large orchard containing peach, apple and pear trees, also small fruits of all kinds. Born in Lickng County July 29, 1844, our sub- 512 - MEMORIAL RECORD. ject is the son of Josiah and Julia Ann (George) Morgan, natives of Virginia who settled in Ohio at an early day, coming in 1849 to, the farm now owned by James M. They were the parents of sixteen children, of whom there now survive besides our subject, Loamina and Artilus, both of Illinois, and George, a resident of Licking County. The early boyhood years of our subject were spent upon his father's farm. His first wife was Miss Mary Bickle, of Indiana, who died in 1875, after having become the mother of one child. November 9, 1879, he married Martha A., daughter of Alfred and Naomi (Brady) Dumm, of Licking County, and three children have blessed their union. The Methodist Episcopal Church finds in Mr. Morgan and his family valued members and active workers. In addition to his farm he owns property in Newark, and is accounted one of the energetic business men of the township. By hard work and careful management he has gained a competence and is now in comfortable circumstances. CLINTON DERTHICK, of Johnstown, is numbered among the most substantial and energetic business men of Licking County. He became a resident of Johnstown in 1869, at which date he formed a partnership with Alpheus Reed, and under the firm style of Derthick and Reed continued actively engaged in business until the death of the junior member of the firm in January of 1874. Since that time Mr. Derthick has continued the business alone. In addition to his duties as proprietor of a general store, he founded a bank, associated with H. J. Buxton, Royal Kasson and C. V. Armstrong. This is a private concern, and is the only bank in the village. Born in Herkimer County, N. Y., August 6, 1841, the subject of this sketch is a son of Ira and Viancy (Brown) Derthick. His father, a native of the same county, was reared to farm life and later engaged in the mercantile business in Herkimer County, but the enterprise proved unsuccessful. He then went to Alden, Erie County, and engaged in the dairy business. In the fall of 1852 he came to Ohio and purchased a farm comprising one hundred acres situated near Galena. In the latter city, in 1855, he purchased an interest in a saw and grist mill, and a general store, of which he afterward became the sole proprietor, continuing to conduct business in partnership with his sons until 1865, and meanwhile meeting with flattering success. With his son Ira Derthick went to Sunbury and opened a general mercantile store, which in 1869 he sold. Later he went to Columbus and engaged in the real estate business. Returning to Galena, he there made his home until his death, which occurred in August, 1880, at the age of sixty-six years. His wife died in Zanesville, and her remains were interred in the cemetery at Galena. He was socially a member of the Masonic fraternity, but his time was given almost exclusively to the details of business affairs. In the parental family there were five children, viz.: Lucian, a resident of Lima, Ohio; Clinton, John, who resides in Columbus, and is connected with the Ohio Buggy Company; Helen, who is married and lives in Eden, Ohio; and Mrs. Harry Gautt, of Zanesville. The education received by our subject was such as to fit him for business and was acquired at Oberlin, Ohio, and Poughkeepsie, N. Y. In 1861 he became a partner in the business, and was given a one-fourth interest in exchange for his services. In 1869, as above stated, he purchased an interest with Mr. Reed. While in the main he has been successful, yet he has had heavy reverses, and, in October, 1885, was unfortunate in having his store destroyed by fire. Fifty days later he was again burned out, incurring a heavy loss each time. For a time the bank was continued in the store, but later a building was erected for its accommodation. During the last twelve years Mr. Derthick has purchased land until he now has about eight hundred acres of well improved land. His residence is a comfortable abode, surrounded by twenty acres. In 1866 he married Miss Emily, MEMORIAL RECORD - 513 daughter of William and Josephine (Norton) Dyer, and a native of Delaware County, Ohio. They are the parents of two children, both of whom are at home. Socially, Mr. Derthick is identified with the Masonic fraternity and the Knights of Pythias. In politics he is a Republican, but has never been prevailed upon to accept office, preferring to devote his attention to his business duties. CYRUS M. CONARD, a prominent farmer of Burlington Township, is a native of Licking County, having been born February 18, 1823, upon the farm now owned by his brother Joseph. He is the youngest of ten children born to Nathan and Hannah (Butcher) Conard, of whom further mention is made in the sketch of Joseph Conard on another page. His education was gained in the primitive log school-houses of pioneer times and was somewhat meager, but has since been supplemented by thoughtful reading and observation. The life occupation of Mr. Conard has been that of agriculture, although for a number of years he combined therewith the buying and selling of all kinds of stock, and during the late war he bought and sold a great many horses for the Government. His first marriage took place October 5, 1846, uniting him with Miss Phoebe Long, a native of Licking County, Ohio. They became the parents of three daughters: Mary M., who is unmarried and lives at home; Caroline A., wife of William Johnson, a farmer living in Macon County, Ill., and Amanda A., a dressmaker in Newark. The mother of these children passed from earth April 4, 1859. The present wife of Mr. Conard, whom he married in October, 1860, was Miss Sarah Kinsey, a native of Coshocton County, Ohio, and daughter of Ingham and Eliza Kinsey, of that county. Eight children blessed this union, as follows: Phoebe Alice, who married Charles Weaver, a farmer of Licking County, and they have one child, Hiram D., who is interested in agricultural pursuits and in the buying and selling of horses; Charles K., who married Eva Jackson and resides in Mt. Vernon, where he conducts a lucrative practice as a physician; Sarah Elizabeth, a teacher in the public schools of Homer, Ohio; John W., who has lived in Illinois for a few years; Joseph M., a talented young man, recently connected with the Columbus Building & Loan Association, but at present in poor health; Dora E., George W. and Clinton G., who are at home, the boys assisting in the cultivation of the farm. Being a firm believer in the benefits of a good education, Mr. Conard has given all his children the best advantages possible. His son, Dr. Charles K,. is a graduate of the Cleveland Homeopathic College and has been engaged in practice about five years. The daughters, who have engaged in teaching, were educated at the Utica Normal Schools and have been very successful in their chosen profession, Miss Sarah E., employed at Homer, having been again appointed to that position for the ensuing year (1894-95). While Mr. Conard is not actively identified with any denomination, he is a believer in religion and his family attends the Methodist Episcopal Church. In politics he is a stanch Republican and has held various official positions in his township, including those of Assessor and Trustee. He is engaged in the raising of stock and grain upon his home farm of two hundred and five acres. The property has been placed under a high state of cultivation and bears all the improvements of a model estate. CAPT. FRANK GABRIEL WARDEN. Among the traveling public of Ohio the Hotel Warden at Newark is well and favorably known as one of the best places offered for their accommodation. The building is substantial and attractive in appearance, admirably adapted for the purposeobes. It 514 - MEMORIAL RECORD. contains one hundred rooms, furnished with all the modern conveniences necessary for the satisfactory entertainment of guests. It is safe to say that those who have once been entertained here will ever afterward, when visiting Newark, make the Hotel Warden their headquarters. The genial proprietor of this hotel, a man who is well known as one of the enterprising, self-reliant and shrewd busness men of Newark, is Capt. Warden, of whom this sketch is written. He is a member of a family long and honorably identified with the history of the United States, and his ancestors were represented in the wars with England. For the details of his parentage and ancestry, the reader is referred to the sketch of his fattier, Hiram C. Warden, appearing on another page of this volume. The subject of this sketch was born in St. Albans Township, Licking County, December 9, 1857, and conducted his primary studies in the home locality. After having graduated from the Union school of Granville, he took a four years' course at Denison University, from which he was graduated in 1880. Afterward he read law with Captain Owens, of Newark, and then entered the Michigan State University at Ann Arbor, from which he was graduated in the law department, two years having been devoted to his private studies and the same length of time to his university studies. In 1883 lie was admitted to the bar at Columbus, Ohio. Opening an office for the practice of his profession in Newark, Mr. Warden was thus actively engaged for about four years, and during two years of that time he held the office of City Solicitor. In 1887 he became proprietor of Hotel Warden, owned by his father, and he has proved a genial, obliging and hospitable landlord. In business, professional and social circles he is very popular with the people, and is especially prominent among the Republicans of this section, standing high in the councils of the party. The political questions of the age receive from him the thoughtful consideration which they deserve, and he has the courage of his convictions upon all topics of importance pertaining to the welfare of the people. He may be relied upon at all times to give his influence in behalf of all that is true, uplifting and beneficial. In advancing the best interests of the City of Newark, Capt. Warden takes an active part. It was through his influence, assisted by a few other enterprising gentlemen, among them, W. C. Wells and W. E. Miller, that the permanent encampment of the Ohio National Guards was located on the beautiful grounds comprising one hundred and forty acres situated about two miles west of the city. For five years our subject served as Captain of Company G, Ohio National Guards, and thus gained the title by which he is now familiarly known. On the 28th of October, 1884, he was united in marriage with Miss Mary Williams, a native of Hamilton, Ohio, and a daughter of Israel and Margaret (Beckett) Williams. ALFRED K. FOLALFR M. D. Prominent among the physicians and surgeons of Licking County, who have gained the confidence of the people through superior ability and skill, we mention the name of Dr. Follett, of Granville, the son of an old and well known physician of this city. During the years in which he has practiced his profession, he has displayed the possession of more than ordinary ability, and by skill in the diagnosis of cases and success in their treatment lie has won a high rank among the practitioners of the county. A native of this county, Dr. Follett was born in Johnstown, October 5, 1857, to the union of Alfred and Maria L. (Jones) Follett. He received an excellent education in Denison University, from which lie was graduated in 1879, with the degree of A. B. Having decided to enter the medical profession he became a student in the Starling Medical College of Columbus, Ohio, where he completed the course in 1882 and received the degree of M. D. Since which time he has been engaged in MEMORIAL RECORD - 515 the practice of his profession at Granville, where he now has an extensive and profitable practice extending over a large part of the surrounding country. Every measure having for its object the advancement of the best interests of Granville receives the warm support of Dr. Follett, who is a public-spirited and progressive citizen. In his political views he supports the Democratic party and casts his ballot for its principles and candidates, but is not himself an aspirant for official honors, preferring to give his attention exclusively to his practice. He is interested in educational matters and for three years has been a member of the School Board, having served as its Treasurer for two years. For some time he was a member of the Board of Pension Examiners and has also filled the position of Health Officer for some years. The lady who in June, 1883, became the wife of Doctor Follett was Miss Ora A. Stine, a native of Licking County and a daughter of A. P. and Clara (Case) Stine, the former a native of Maryland and the latter of Licking County. The Doctor and his wife have one child, Clara. Socially he is identified with Center Star Lodge No. 11, A. F. & A. M., of Granville, and Warren Chapter No. 6, R. A. M., of Newark. He and his wife are devoted members of the Presbyterian Church and are generous contributors to religious and benevolent enterprises. EDWIN WILLIAMS. An honored place in the hearts of the citizens of Licking County is occupied by the gentleman named, who for many years was a prominent factor in the commercial, literary and political history of this section of the state and who, though now departed to "that bourne whence no traveler returns," still lives in the memory of his former associates. Too much cannot be said in his praise, for he possessed the unswerving fidelity to duty and lofty principles of honor which always command the respect of men. The subject of this sketch was a native of Wilkes-Barre, Pa., and was born July 26, 1822. In the Keystone State the days of boyhood and youth were uneventfully and industriously passed, and there, in 1850, he was united in marriage with Catherine Searle, a native of Luzerne County, who was reared to womanhood on a farm adjoining that where he made his home. Soon after marriage they came to Ohio, making the journey to Licking County via Zanesville on a canal packet. Reaching his destination Mr. Williams bought from his grandfather the farm on which his widow now lives and which was his home during the greater part of his active life. — Edwin Williams was a man who possessed to an unusual degree the confidence and esteem of all with whom he associated. He was actively interested in political affairs and was a recognized leader of the Democratic party in Licking County. In the fall of 1870 he was elected to the office of Sheriff and removed his family temporarily to the county seat. In the fall of 1872 he succeeded himself as Sheriff, but at the expiration of that term, recognizing the fact that two terms of office are sufficient, he declined to be a candidate a third time. After an absence of six years he returned to his beautiful home in Homer, where the remainder of his life was devoted to the interests of the church and the advancement of the welfare of the people. His later years were devoted exclusively to the cause of Christianity and at the time of his death he was serving as Class-Leader. It may with truth be said that no member of the Methodist Episcopal Church at Homer was ever missed to a greater degree. A man of versatile ability, Mr. Williams also possessed considerable literary ability, was a vigorous student of history and a pleasing writer. During the Mexican War he responded to the call of his country and served about eighteen months. During the last year of his service lie was recruiting officer, located at different points in Ohio from Cincinnati through the southern and eastern part of the state. He passed away at his residence in 516 - MEMORIAL RECORD. Homer on the 10th of October, 1890, and in his death the village lost one of its most honored and influential citizens. His life was one of which his descendants may well be proud, and to them lie leaves the priceless heritage of a good name. SAMUEL PATTON. One of the pleasant homes of Licking County is situated in Burlington Township and is owned and occupied by the gentleman named. It consists of one hundred and ninety acres, all in cultivation, and devoted to the raising of cereals and stock. The farm buildings are substantial and adapted to their varied uses. Probably the most conspicuous of the buildings is the octagonal barn, a model of convenience and economy, and the only one of the kind in the vicinity. Upon a farm adjoining that which lie now owns the subject of this sketch was born July 18, 1841, to Joseph and Jane (Lusk) Patton. His father, a native of County Tyrone, Ireland, emigrated to America in early manhood and for some time was employed in a woollen factory in Philadelphia, Pa., coming thence to Burlington Township, Licking County, about 1835. Here he purchased farming land, returning to Philadelphia on horseback. About four years later he came again to Burlington Township and commenced the improvement of his land. At the age of about thirty-nine he married Jane Lusk, a native of Fairfield County, Ohio, who was about fifteen years his junior. He died December 29, 1875, aged eighty-three years; his wife survived him for ten years. In the family there were three sons and one daughter, all of whom are living, Samuel being the second in order of birth. Clement, the eldest, married Caroline Boyd and resides in Springfield, Mo. Thomas married Sarah Larrimore and lives on the old homestead. Martha J. is the wife of Charles McMillan, of Burlington Township. Samuel was educated in the district schools of Burling ton Township. He and his brothers chose the occupation of their father, agriculture. In October, 1874, he married Allie A., daughter of Marion Boyd, a native of Coshocton County, Ohio. Mr. and Mrs. Patton are the parents of five children, Lottie Jane, Thomas Boyd, Savilla Elizabeth, Harry Earle and Lester. At the time of his death our subject's father owned about seven hundred acres, which he had accumulated after coming to Ohio. The estate was divided among the children, our subject receiving one hundred and ninety acres, and upon this property he now resides. A few years ago he met with an accident that resulted in the loss of his right eye. He owns a house in Utica and a portion of the family spends the winter there, that the children may enjoy the advantages of the excellent schools of Utica. The daughters are preparing for the profession of teachers. Politically Mr. Patton was a Republican until about 1892, when he saw that his interests were best subserved by the principles of the People's party, and to this organization lie now gives his allegiance. His parents adhered to the old Covenanter faith, and lie holds membership in the United Presbyterian Church, to which his wife also belongs. MITCHELL SMITH, a representative contractor and builder of Homer, was born December 15, 1834, in the village where he now makes his home. He is the son of Daniel A. and Elizabeth (Mitchell) Smith, natives respectively of Hampshire County, Va., and Pennsylvania, who accompanied their respective parents to Ohio in childhood, settling in Burlington Township, Licking County. The father was twice married, Mitchell being a child of the second marriage. Of this first union, which was with Maria Cavit, he had four children, three of whom are living, William, John and Maria. By his second marriage eight children were born, namely: Phoebe, widow of John Cross, of Columbus, Ohio; MEMORIAL RECORD - 517 Mitchell, Mary, Mrs. Fitzwater, deceased; Catherine, widow of William Stewart, of Hartford, who was killed in the Civil War; Martha, wife of S. Jackson, residing in Mt. Vernon, Ohio; Sarah, Mrs. S. L. Blue, of Columbus, Ohio; Benjamin, a mechanic residing in Columbus; and Esther, wife of James Beaver, a resident of Homer. On the home farm the subject of this sketch was reared to manhood, receiving a fair education in the common schools. At the age of twenty years he was apprenticed to learn the trade of a carpenter, which he has always followed. He has constructed many of the handsome homes for which this portion of the county is noted, and has been employed continuously at the business for forty years. In 1855 he married Miss Caroline E. W., daughter of Daniel and Clarissa Osborn, early settOsborn Homer. Mr. Osborn is dead, but Mrs. Osborn still survives, making her home in Newark. The first marriage of Mr. Smith resulted in the birth of three daughters, namely: Ella May, wife of S. A. Woolway, of Newark, of whom mention is elsewhere made; Ada, who is unmarried and lives in Mt. Vernon, Ohio; and Clarissa, who is with her father. In June, 1875, Mrs. Caroline Smith departed this life, and our subject afterward remained a widower for a number of years. In 1888 he was again married, choosing as his wife Miss Martha Ely, a native of Virginia. In his poitical affiliations he supports the men and principles advocated by the Republican party,JOHN is always loyal to its platform. JOHN H. BENNER. Having passed his entire life in Licking County, the subject of this sketch enjoys an extended acquaintance among the people. In his chosen occupation of agriculture he has displayed considerable business acumen, as well as great industry and perseverance, and through the evercise of these qualities has gained a foremost place among the prosperous farmers of Hartford Township. To aid him in the cultivation of his land he brings into requisition modern machinery and implements containing the latest improvements. A native of Licking County, Mr. Benner was born in Bennington Township, March 22, 1843, and is the son of Jacob and Margaret (Payne) Benner, who were born in this county. He is one of three children, the others being younger than himself. Daniel married Sarah E. Shockley and resides in Hartford Township. Sarah is the wife of C. B. Pumphrey, and lives in Defiance County, Ohio. The mother of this family died at the home farm, November 22, 1867; the father, who still survives, is one of the successful agriculturists of Hartford Township, and for further information concerning the family history our readers are referred to his sketch presented on another page of this volume. Receiving a practical education in the common schools, our subject grew to manhood on his father's farm. For a time lie was a student at Hartford Academy, and so thorough was his education that lie became one of the most efficient teachers of the county. Prior to his marriage he taught school during the winter months for about twelve years, but since that time he has given his attention exclusively to the cultivation of his land. He is the owner of seventy-five acres, upon which lie has placed first-class improvements, and which by its neat and thrifty appearance proves his careful supervision. In 1871 Mr. Benner was united in marriage with Miss Emeline B. Shockley, a native of Belmont County, Ohio, and a sister of his brother's wife. Two children have blessed the union, William D. and Frank G., both of whom are under the parental roof. In his religious connection our subject is identified with the Christian Church, while his wife and elder son hold membership in the Baptist Church. His political views bring him into active sympathy and co-operation with the Democratic party, and he keeps fully posted concerning public affairs. He has served as Trustee of his township and in other positions of honor. In religious work he is quite active, being at present the Church 518 - MEMORIAL RECORD. religion with him into his every-day life, thus proving the depth of his belief. To the Government of our country he is at all times loyal, displaying the same spirit of devotion which led his Grandfather Benner to take up arms in defence of our cause during the War of 1812. HECTOR PRATT, a member of the farming community of Monroe Township, was born in Johnstown, Ohio, February 8, 1827, and is a son of Eli and Susan (Munson) Pratt, natives respectively of Pennsylvania and Vermont. There were three sons and one daughter in the family, of whom three now survive, namely: Hector, the subject of this notice; John, and Lucy, who is the wife of William Ashbrook. The father followed the occupation of a tiller of the soil, and was a man of great industry and energy. About 1816 he came to Ohio and made settlement three miles from the site of Newark, whence in early manhood. he came to Monroe Township. Purchasing a farm of one hundred and forty-five acres he here reared his family and lived, energetically occupied in general farming pursuits, until he passed from earth about 1886, at the age of eighty-three years. His wife had died a number of years prior to his decease. Throughout this community he was familiarly known as Major Pratt. In religious belief he was a Baptist and served as Deacon in that church. His wife was a Universalist in her views. The paternal grandfather of our subject was born in Pennsylvania and followed for his life occupation the calling of a farmer. He reared a large family and attained a good old age. The maternal grandfather was named Timothy Munson and was born in Vermont, of English descent. He passed from earth at the age of about seventy years. The subject of this sketch was born and reared in the township of which he is still a resident. In boyhood he was a student in the neighboring district schools and also, working on the home farm during the summer seasons, gained a comprehensive idea of agriculture. At the age of twenty-three years he began farming for himself, at which time he bought a sixty-acre tract. To this he added from time to time until at present his landed possessions aggregate four hundred acres. On the 15th of November, 1849, Mr. Pratt was united in marriage with Miss Ellen, daughter of Joseph and Elizabeth (Olmsted) Reed. There have been born to this union three sons and five daughters, as follows: Eli, Waldon, Oscar, Ella, Mary, Maggie, Lucy and Lizzie. Eli died at the age of four years. Waldon was united in marriage with Miss Ella Noe, who died after having become the mother of two children, Elsie and Blanche. Oscar married Miss Rena Stockbarger, and they are the parents of four children. Ella, the wife of Ralph Sutherland, has two children. Mary was married to Harry Speck. Maggie became the wife of Dr. George Garner, a physician of Johnstown, and they have one child, Imogene. The religious connections of Mr. Pratt and his wife are with the Baptist Church, the doctrines of which they uphold by their precept and example. While lie has never been active in public affairs, preferring to confine his attention to farm work, he nevertheless keeps posted upon affairs of current interest and politically gives his influence and ballot to the Prohibition party. His entire life, a period of sixty-seven years, has been passed in Monroe Township, and few of its residents enjoy a wider acquaintance than does lie. SMITH S. OSBORN, a resident farmer of Jersey Township, has spent his entire life in Ohio, the progress of which he has witnessed and to the prosperity of which he has contributed his quota. His life occupation has been that of an agriculturist, and at the present time he is cultivating one hundred and sixteen acres of well-improved land, upon which he raises the various cereals. He is interested in every- MEMORIAL RECORD - 519 thing tending toward the advancement of the material, moral and religious welfare of the township, and gives his support to all progressive measures. In the township where he now lives the subject of this sketch was born, July 13, 1837. His parents, Elias and Phoebe (Wheaton) Osborn, were natives of Essex County, N. J., where they were reared and married. On coming to Licking County they settled in Jersey Township, where the father followed the trade of a carpenter until his death about 1840 at the age of forty-six years. His wife died in 1882, aged eighty-two years. They had a family of six children, of whom we note the following: Sarah married Richard Brelsford and resides in Worthington, Ohio; Joseph is a retired farmer of Licking County; Matilda, Mrs. Theo. Shaw, died in Columbus, Ohio; Ezra went to Missouri and was killed early in the '60s; Smith S. is the next in respect to age; Mary, the widow of Henry Warner, makes her home in Medina County, Ohio. The subject of this sketch was reared upon a farm. After the death of his father he accompanied the other members of the family to Franklin County, where his boyhood days were passed. His educational advantages were limited to a comparatively brief attendance in the common schools. From Franklin he returned to Licking County, where in 1861, he was united in marriage with Miss Emma Alward, who remained his devoted helpmate until her death in 1884. His second marriage occurred in 1885, and united him with Miss Cora Preston, a native of Harrison Township, Licking County. After his first marriage Mr. Osborn made his home in Fairfield County, this state, until 1865, meantime engaged in agricultural pursuits. During that year he returned to Licking County and settled in Jersey Township, of which he has since been a resident. As above stated, he is the owner of one hundred and sixteen acres of valuable farm land, uhusbandry.e follows mixed husbandry. The property is under a good state of cultivation and while there are many fine farms in Jersey Township, this place is considered one of the best. Mr. Osborn has had little time or inclination to mingle actively in politics, and aside from casting his ballot for the candidates of the Republican party, does not devote any attention to public matters. However, he is interested in measures tending to the development of the best interests of the township and county, and may be relied upon to support all such enterprises. In his religious belief he is connected with the MethodisASHBROOK,pal Church. BYRON ASHBROOK M. D., who for ten years or more has been engaged in the medical practice at Pataskala, is the son of William and Lucy H. (Pratt) Ashbrook, and was born in Johnstown, Ohio, on the 16th of February, 1857. His early life was uneventfully passed in the place of his birth. In the common schools he acquired the rudiments of his education, and the information there gained was afterward supplemented by attendance at the high school. When not in school, he was employed at farm work, and thus his childhood years were busily and usefully passed. During the year 1878 our subject first came to Pataskala and in March of that year he accepted a position as clerk in the drug store of Dr. H. L. Beem, under whose instruction and supervision he commenced the study of medicine. It had been one of his cherished ambitions to become a physician, and he eagerly availed himself of every opportunity for perfecting himself in the profession. After some time spent with Dr. Beem he continued his readings under the preceptorship of Dr. John Lisle. Later he entered the Columbus Medcal College, at Columbus, Ohio, and from that institution lie was graduated in 1882. Opening an office for the practice of his profession at Edison, Morrow County, Ohio, the Doctor remained in that place but six months, and from there went to Johnstown. In 1884 he transferred his interests 520 - MEMORIAL RECORD. since followed his profession. He is devoted to the medical science, and keeps abreast with the latest discoveries in the profession to which he is giving his active years. In 1890 he erected a neat and tasteful residence, adopting a modern design in architecture and arranging the rooms in such a way as to contribute to the comfort of the family. In addition to the residence he is the owner of valuable real estate, and is comfortably situated as regards this world's goods. The marriage of Dr. Ashbrook took place in 1885, at which time Miss Bertha E. Baldwin became his wife. Mrs. Ashbrook was born in Jersey Township, Licking County, and is a daughter of Jesse and Mary Baldwin. Their union has resulted in the birth of three children, of whom Maud E. died in infancy. Two sons are now living: William A. and an infant unnamed. The principles of the Republican party receive the hearty support of the Doctor who never fails to cast a straight ticket for the candidates of that political organization. However, he is not partisan in his preferences and devotes little attention, to politics, preferring to give his time to his profession. He has filled the position of Health Officer and has also been a member of the School Board. Socially he is identified with the Knights of Pythias and has served as Past Chancellor of Pataskala Lodge No. 518. JOHN HARSCH. One of the German-American citizens and agriculturists of Licking County, was born in Waldorf, Baden, Germany, December 9, 1832, being the son of George P. and Elizabeth (Pfiester) Harsch, also natives of that country. The parental family consisted of five children, of whom John was the eldest. Barbara died August 10, 1854. Margaret, wife of Jacob Behumein, is a resident of Muskingum County, Ohio. Anna Maria married Nicholas Pugh, and they make their home at Grand Junction, Mich. Accompanying his parents the subject of this sketch crossed the Atlantic in 1854 and came to Ohio, settling at Dresden, Muskingum County, where he staid during his young manhood. On the 16th of September, 1860, he was united in marriage with Miss Anna Maria Kappert, daughter of Philip and Elizabeth (Schleich) Kappert. This lady is one of a family of ten children, of whom there were seven sons and three daughters. Of that number three of the sons are now deceased. Francis, the eldest member of the household, is a resident of Jelloway, Knox County, Ohio. Stephen, ChristophHenry make their home in or near Dresden. Mary B. is married and lives in Muskingum Count& Katie is house-keeper for her brothers Stephen and Christopher. After our subject's marriage he and his wife commenced housekeeping in Dresden. Entering the employ of the Pan Handle Railway Company, he was for three years a laborer, after which he was given the position of foreman of the section at Port Washington. In the latter capacity he was employed for two years. He was then transferred to Dresden, where he remained nine years, and afterward removed to Hanover, which place was his home for the two ensuing years. While in the employ of the railroad he received a good salary, and as lie was frugal and economical he succeeded in saving the snug little sum of $2000. After leaving the employ of the company lie bought his present home, his first purchase consisting of one hundred and nineteen acres, to which he has from time to time added as opportunity permitted. He is now the owner of a fine farm comprising two hundred and twenty-six acres of well-improved land. He has erected a substantial set of farm buildings and his place has an air of neatness and of thrift that betokens good care and fine management on the part of the owner. While residing in Germany, Mr. Harsch was for seven years a student in the common schools, thus acquiring a good knowledge of his native language. After coming to America, however he had no educational advantages, but has learned to MEMORIAL RECORD - 521 read and write the English language. He and his wife have had seven children, one of whom died in infancy, and another in 1886 when a young lady of nineteen years. The eldest of the children is George P., who married Sarah Grepner and occupies a portion of his father's farm. Elizabeth resides with her parents. Mary Barbara married John F. Williams, Jr., of Hanover Township, and they have four children. Nellie and Emma are with their parents. Together with his family Mr. Harsch holds membership in the Methodist Church, and in all things which it is concerned for the moral and spiritual advancement of the community, they are active co-operators with the other members. In politics he votes and works with the Republican party. For his sterling traits of character he is highly regarded by all who know him. GEORGE W. HAVENS. No man has done more for the upbuilding of Newark and its general improvement than our subject, who has proved a valuable acquisition to the citizenship of this community. His prompt and methodical business habits, good financial talent and tact in the management of affairs have brought him before the public at various times, and in every position he has promoted the interests of the city with characteristic ability. At present he resides in Newark Township, where he owns a well-improved farm, and lie is also the owner of real estate in Missouri, Illinois and other states. He does not devote his attention to agriculture, though living on a farm, but conducts a large real estate business in town. Born in Franklin County, Ohio, near the city of Columbus, July 20, 1832, our subject is the son of John and Rebecca (Fancher) Havens. He is of German descent, and the family name was originally spelled Haven. His paternal grandfather, Thomas Haven, was born in Germany, whence after his marriage he came to the United States, sojourning for a time in New Jersey. From there, about 1812, lie came to Ohio and settled in Franklin County, where his death soon afterward occurred. His family consisted of the following-named children: Polly, Hattie, Sallie, Susan, Thomas, John, Henry and William. John Havens was born in 1796, came with the family to Ohio, and settling in Franklin County cleared a farm and became the owner of twelve hundred acres of well improved land. He was a man of versatile ability and conducted successfully the farm, a large mercantile establishment, a saw-mill and also dealt in live stock. A shrewd solid business man, he never incurred an indebtedness unless he knew definitely how he could discharge the debt. Politically he was a Democrat, but conservative in local affairs. For twenty years he served as Township Treasurer, and at various times filled other offices. He was liberal in his religious belief, and his house was headquarters for ministers of all denominations. Prominent men coming into the neighborhood always stopped with him. Generous to a fault, there was no charitable project to which he did not contribute, and the poor always found in him a friend. His success was all the more remarkable when we consider the fact that after the death of his father lie was bound out to a brother-in-law who owned a farm, and at the age of twenty-one he received but $100 in return for his labor. With this money he made a payment on one hundred acres of land, paying for the remainder by working on the canal at $8 per month for a time, but later was put in charge of a number of men and his wages increased to *2 per day. His death occurred in August, 1886. His widow still lives on the old home farm. The parents of our subject had ten children viz.: William, George W., Elizabeth, the wife of Dr. Flattery; Henry, Mrs. Sallie Tibler, Lucy, who married Dr. Bean; LeRoy, Mary, the wife of Austin Mann; John of Columbus, and Mrs. Margaret Butler. Our subject was reared on the home farm and at the age of twenty-one went to California via the Isthmus, remaining in the far west for two years. He was reasonably successful, but not caring to remain there permanently, he returned to Ohio via the Nicaraugua route, and for three years thereafter resided with his parents. He then took 522 - MEMORIAL RECORD. a trip to the Rocky Mountains, where he spent a year and bought sixty-seven yoke of oxen. From there he went to Missouri and later he traded his cattle for land. For six years he made his home in Ray County, that state, engaged in dealing in stock. In the early part of 1863 Mr. Havens enlisted in the state service, and was assigned to Company B, Fifty-first Regiment, Missouri Infantry. The regiment was fed, armed and equipped by the United States Government, but they were trot to leave the state. He entered as an orderly, but was later promoted to Sergeant Major on the Colonel's Staff and afterward to Second Lieutenant, and subsequently received a Captain's Commission, and held that rank when they were disbanded in 1864. Their duties consisted chiefly in looking after bushwhackers, etc. Returning to Ohio, Mr. Havens settled his father's estate. Here, in 1868, he married Miss Melvina, daughter of John Roberts, a farmer of Delaware County, where she was born. After his marriage lie purchased a sawmill and cut the timber of one hundred acres of land that he owned in Franklin County, later cutting the timber on a farm in Licking County. In 1872 he purchased for $11,000 a half-interest in the business of Abram Flory, but ten years later the partnership was dissolved and Mr. Havens for one year engaged in the real-estate business. Afterward he purchased for $24,000 a stock of goods in Alexandria, where be conducted business for two years. Since then he has been engaged in the real-estate business at Newark. He and his wife have two children, Belle and Arthur. Socially, he has attained the thirty-second degree in Masonry, and politically he affiliates with the Democrats. Though at no time an aspirant for office he has been a member of the City Council and filled with efficiency other local offices.