tract belonged to Mrs. Issler's great-grandfather, Robert Adams. Mrs. Issler's mother, Mrs. Finefrock, along with Mrs. Issler and Caroline Issler, hold the distinction of being the only family of which members of each of three generations have graduated from Prospect High School. CHARLES W. IMBODY, retired farmer residing in New Bloomington, was born in Bowling Green Township Nov. 18, 1886, son of William and Iva J. (Carey) Imbody. His father was a farmer. His maternal great-great-grandfather was one of the Careys who founded Carey Station which is now New Bloomington. Mr. Imbody graduated from Agosta High School in 1905 and from Marion Business College. He was a farmer in Green Camp Township until his retirement in 1947. He is affiliated with the Agosta Methodist Church. On Sept. 30, 1910, Mr. Imbody married Lelah Irene Baker who was born in Marion County Dec. 31, 1889, daughter of George C. and Emma Irene (Oborn) Baker. She is a member of Agosta Methodist Church. There is one son, Wayne Hubert, born Aug. 11, 1911, who is a farmer. He married Anna Whitaker. They have two sons, Roger Allen and Bruce Lynn. Mrs. Imbody's hobby is crocheting. Mr. Imbody's hobbies are fishing and playing shuffleboard. They spend their winters in Kissimee, Florida. MRS. JOHN GEORGE EVERETT, nee Dora May Locker, was born in Big Island Township Oct. 7, 1875, daughter of William T. and Mary E. (Mitton) Locker. Her father served in the Civil War. She married, Oct. 7, 1896, John George Everett, a farmer in Green Camp Township. Mr. Everett was born Oct. 5, 1874, in Lincolnshire, England. At the age of nine years, he came to America with his parents and they settled on the farm where Mr. Everett lived until his death, Feb. 3, 1947. Mr. Everett served for a number of years on the New Bloomington School Board and was prominent in the activities of the community. Children: (1) Eva Lucile, who died Mar. 24, 1932. She married Walter Drake and they had two children, Leroy, of Willets, Calif., and Harold, who died at the age of five years. (2) Irma (Everett) McNeil Bending, of Mt. Gilead, who has four children, Russel McNeil, Wallace McNeil who has one son, Michael, Lauren McNeil, and Arlene McNeil. (3) Velda, who married Ralph Sloat of Green Camp Township. They had one daughter who died at the age of five. (4) Ivan, a veteran of World. War II in which he served three and one-half years in the U. S. Army. He married Genevieve Corbin. (5) Inez, of Morrow County, who married Wayne Goken, an Air Corps veteran of World War II in which he served three years. (6) Robert, who is associated with his mother on the farm. He married Gertrude Krock and they have two children, Beverly Ann and John Edwin. Mrs. Everett is a member of the Methodist Church at New Bloomington, and her hobbies are knitting and flower gardening. GOMER JOHNSON, farmer specializing in raising Spotted Poland China Hogs and Holstein Cattle, was born in Carrollton, Ga., Aug. 15, 1907, son of J. M. and Harriett (Creel) Johnson. His father is a farmer growing cotton in Georgia. His grandfather, Elisha Creel, was a veteran of the Civil War. Mr. Johnson graduated from Mt. Zion High School [300] and he has since been a farmer. He came to Bowling Green Township in 1927. He is a director of the Federal Land Bank, and Marion County Dairy Improvement Assn. He is a member of the Pleasant View, Ga., Baptist Church, Marion County Fair Board, New Bloomington School Board (twelve years), P. T. A., LaRue Businessmen's Association, Farm Bureau, Spotted Poland China Hogs Assn., and Holstein Cattle Assn. He has won many awards showing Spotted Poland China Hogs. His hobbies are hunting and fishing. On Aug. 27, 1927, Mr. Johnson married Genevieve Sylvester, of Marion, daughter of H. N. and Elizabeth (Imbody) Sylvester. Her maternal grandfather, Wilson Imbody, cleared the land and built the old homestead, in 1870, in which Mr. and Mrs. Johnson now reside. The farm was a part of Old Virginia Military Land. Mrs. Johnson graduated from the LaRue High School and from Ohio Wesleyan University. She taught school one year prior to her marriage. She is a member of New Bloomington Methodist Church, W. S. C. S., Riverside Club, Marion County Home Demonstration Council (past president), and P. T. A. (past president). She is active in P. T. A. work and has taught a Sunday School class for many years. Her hobby is music. Children: (1) Margaret, a student at Ohio Wesleyan University. (2) James H., a student in New Bloomington High School. JOHN W. JONES, general farmer in Prospect Township, was born at Radnor in Delaware County July 15, 1891, son of Rees W. and Margaret (Thomas) Jones. His father came to America from Wales at the age of sixteen. Mr. Jones graduated from Radnor High School and taught in the country school two years. He then started farming in Delaware County. In 1925, he purchased his present farm on State Route 203 in Prospect Township where he specializes in feeding and raising hogs. He is a member of the Congregational Church. On May 10, 1915, he married Winifred Biggerstaff who was born in Prospect Township in the house where Mr. Jones now resides, daughter of George and Nellie (Huges) Biggerstaff. Mrs. Jones died Dec. 15, 1944. Children: (1) John W., Jr., born Aug. 20, 1916. He is now farming in partnership with his father. He married Mary Henrietta Filiatrault. (2) Rees Marvin, born Dec. 24, 1919. He served four years in the U. S. Army Air Corps during World War II. He was released from service with the rate of master sergeant. He married Rose Ellen Hosler. (3) Richard B., born May 11, 1921. He served four years as a technical sergeant with the U. S. Army Air Corps during World War II. He attended Ohio State University. ERNEST JOHN KALE, general farmer and stockman in Bowling Green Township, was born Sept. 6, 1906, in Union County, son of Ira and Icy (Hall) Kale. His father was a farmer in Union and Marion counties. Mr. Kale attended country schools in Union and Marion counties and has always been a farmer. He purchased his present farm in 1946 and specializes in raising Holstein cattle. On January 22, 1927, he married Nina [301] Berthelda Wiley who was born in Marion Sept. 11, 1907. Children: (1) LaRoma June, born June 11, 1930. (2) Donna LaVerne, born May 22, 1932. Mrs. Kale is a collector of china and glass dogs. The family resides on the LaRue-Mt. Victory Road (Route 95) west of LaRue. DANIEL EARL KELLEY, plant manager of Baker Wood Preserving Co. in Marion, was born at Danville, Knox County, Oct. 23, 1897, son of Michael E. and Dora (Harding) Kelley. His father was a farmer in Knox County. His mother was a second cousin of Warren G. Harding. Mr. Kelley graduated from Danville High School and attended Normal School in Danville. He also studied mechanical engineering with International Correspondence School. He was clerk and assistant night yard master for the Pennsylvania Railroad at Orrville four years. He was then employed by the Ohio Wood Preserving Company at Orrville for three years. He returned to the Pennsylvania in 1924 as plant inspector. From 1930 until 1936 he was assistant superintendent with Koppers Co. at their Newport, Dela., plant. He was loaned by Koppers from 1936 to 1938 to the City of St. Louis to supervise the fabrication of the timber structure for the Municipal Bridge across the Mississippi River. From 1938 to 1946 he was assigned to special duty under the superintendent of plants of Koppers at Pittsburgh. Mr. Kelley came to his present position in Marion in March of 1946. He is a member of the Methodist Church, and Marion Chamber of Commerce. He is married and has two daughters: (1) Violet (Mrs. Francis McGinley) who has one daughter, Dianne. (2) Mary Lou, a graduate of the University of Delaware. GUY E. SMITH, branch manager of Marion County Farm Bureau in New Bloomington, was born in Grand Township, son of Samuel E. and Myrta Alice (Parsell) Smith. Mr. Smith graduated from Marseilles High School and attended Marion Business College. He came to New Bloomington in 1930 and was associated with LaRue Farmers Exchange. In 1934, he was employed as manager of F. J. Laubis and Son. Since 1936, he has been with the Farm Bureau. His hobbies are hunting, fishing, and other sports. On May 27, 1933, he married Bernice Ervilla. Hensel, of Marseilles, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Orlando Hensel. She is a member of the Methodist church, W. S. C. S., Rebekah Lodge, and Marseilles Chapter O.E.S. FLOYD PORTERFIELD EMERY, owner and manager of Emery's Market in Prospect, was born Feb. 8, 1902, in Prospect, son of C. V. and Mary Jane (Porterfield) Emery, natives of Marion County where his father was a farmer. Mr. Emery graduated from Prospect High School and was a farmer until 1947 when he purchased the old Swaney general store on East Water Street in Prospect which he now operates. He is interested in sports. On Oct. 14, 1934, he married Maxine Griffith, of Lima, daughter of C. E. and Tura (Henning) Griffith. Mr. and Mrs. Emery are members of Prospect Methodist Church. They are the parents of one son, Floyd Wayne, born Dec. 1, 1942. OTTO M. MILLS, railway postal clerk, was born May 3, 1887, in Morrow County, son of Bryant and Elizabeth (Fate) Mills. His paternal [302] great-grandfather, Mathew Merritt, was the first settler in Denmark, Morrow County, and his home was later the Merritt Post Office. Mr. Mills attended school in Denmark, and graduated from Edison High School. He attended Normal School in Lima and Elyria and taught school in Edison and Caledonia for ten years. He was principal of Caledonia High School for five years before he became a railway postal clerk in 1919. He is a member of the Universalist Church, Oliver Lodge F. & A. M., and all York Rite Masonry. On Aug. 28, 1913, he married Eve Ault, of Caledonia, who was born April 24, 1892, in the house where the Mills now reside, daughter of George W. and Armintha (Ault) Ault. Her father owned and operated a sawmill, a planing mill, and a tile mill in Caledonia for many years- Mrs. Mills taught school five years prior to her marriage. She is a member of the Universalist Church, Vera Chapter O. E. S. (past matron), Past Matrons Club, and Alliance of the Church. Children: (1) John Howard Mills, owner and manager of the General Insurance Agency in Marion (see Index). (2) Jean Elizabeth, of Marion, who married Richard Duffy, a clerk in the Marion Post Office. He is a, veteran of World War II, in which he served with the U. S. Army. They have three children, Sally Jean, Daniel Bryant, and Richard Michael. EDWIN BERLIN SPOHN, attorney and former City Solicitor of of Marion, was born in Columbus, Sept. 30, 1905, son of Charles Edson. and Lulu Ernestine (Woodcock) Spohn. His paternal grandfather, Jeremiah K. Spohn, who was wounded in the Civil War, on his return from service purchased land in Perry County which he farmed until his retirement at the age of seventy-two. He lived to be more than ninety years of age. Edwin B.'s maternal grandfather, James S. Woodcock, of English descent, was an inventor and manufacturer and he was president of Star Manufacturing Co. at New Lexington. Edwin B. Spohn graduated from Harding High School. He attended Ohio Wesleyan University and graduated from Ohio University at Athens with a B. A. degree. He was admitted to the Bar in 1937 and since then has practiced law in Marion. He was elected City Solicitor in 1944, and reelected in 1946. He is a member of First Presbyterian Church, Phi Delta Gamma national forensic professional fraternity, Delta Tau Delta social fraternity, Elks, Eagles, Marion Chapter of Citizens' Historical Assn. and he is a past secretary of Kiwanis Club, and past president of Marion County Bar Assn. His hobbies are travel and collecting stamps and antiques. On Dec. 27, 1935, he married Virginia Smith, of Marion, daughter of Dr. Clifford G. Smith and Flossie (Lower) Smith (see Index). Mrs. Spohn attended Wisconsin University and graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University. She is a member of First Presbyterian Church, Alpha Xi Delta sorority, Literary Arts Club, and she is secretary of the Women's Club. Her hobby is writing. Children: Clifford Charles, born Mar. 19, 1938; and, Sheryl Lynne, born Dec. 8, 1941. GRISELDA DAVIS DOMBAUGH, musician, was born in Marion, daughter of Judge William Z. Davis and Harriet (Search) Davis. Judge Davis was Chief Justice of the Ohio Supreme Court. [303] Mrs. Dombaugh attended Marion public schools and Ohio Wesleyan University. She continued her study of music in New York with I. Vet Flagler, dean of American organists. She studied piano and composition under Howard Rockway and did post-graduate study with Edwin Arthur Kraft, Clarence Dickenson, and James H. Rogers. She has accompanied many well-known singers, including Gwilynn Miles, Oley Speaks, Dr. Carl Dufft, and Evan Williams. Mrs. Dombaugh has produced and directed "Marion Entertains" over WMRN for the past eight years. She has been organist at First Church of Christ, Scientist since the church was built. She has taught piano and organ in Marion for a number of years. She is a member of Epworth Methodist Church, Women's Club (past president), D. A. R., Marion County Federation of Womens Clubs (music chairman), and Lecture Recital Club. She is the widow of Victor E. Dombaugh who was associated with Huber Manufacturing Co. for many years. CECIL P. HARPER, doctor of dental surgery and a farmer in Green Camp Township, was born Jan. 20, 1890, in Union County, son of Marion and Lucy E. (Price) Harper. His father was a farmer and his grandfather, Charles Harper, owned a farm in Green Camp Township which is now a part of the 485-acre farm belonging to Dr. Harper. Dr. Harper attended Ohio Northern and Ohio Wesleyan universities. He taught school before entering Ohio State University from which he was graduated in 1913, with a D. D. S. degree. In 1911, while attending Ohio State University, he was licensed as an embalmer. He practiced dentistry in Columbus from 1913 until 1920, when he came to Green Camp Township where he has since engaged in farming. Since 1937, he has practiced dentistry in his home on his farm on the Mt. Olive Essex Pike. He served as a first lieutenant in the Medical Reserve Dental Corps of the U. S. Army during World War I. He is a member of the Mt. Olive Methodist Church and he formerly was a member of the Columbus and the National Dental associations. His hobbies are hunting and fishing. Dr. Harper married, on Jan. 19, 1913, Viola Zieg, of Marion County, daughter of William J. and Mary (Jacobs) Zieg. She is a member of the Reformed Church. Dr. Harper and Mrs. Harper have two sons: (1) Marion E., born June 4, 1914, who is associated with his father on the farm. He married Mildred Bodley and they have one daughter, Norma Louise, born Apr. 23, 1941. (2) Herbert Claire, born Nov. 16, 1932. WILLIAM KAY DAVIS, attorney in Marion, was born in Marion Oct. 16, 1904, son of Kay and Nora (Bowser) Davis. Mr. Davis attended Marion schools and graduated from Harding High School in 1922. He graduated from Miami University in 1926 and received his L.L.B. degree from Ohio State University in 1930. He was admitted to the Ohio Bar in 1930 and began the practice of law in Marion, first with Harry L. Dowler, and later independently. In 1942, he entered the U. S. Army in which he served about four years during World War II. About one year of that time was spent in the Pacific area. He served from 1943 to 1946 in the Judge Advocate General's department and was released from service with the rank of major. [304] After his return from service, Mr. Davis became a member of the law firm of Donithen, Michel, and Davis. He is a member of Phi Delta Theta social fraternity, Phi Delta Phi professional fraternity, and Ohio State and Marion County Bar associations. EDMUND EUGENE HOCH, general farmer and stockman in Waldo Township, was born Aug. 1, 1900, in Pleasant Township, son of William and Elizabeth (Price) Hoch who were farmers. His great-grandfather, William Hoch, brought his family from Germany to Pleasant Township. Edmund Eugene Hoch attended Pleasant grade and high schools and graduated from Marion Business College. He has always been a farmer and now specializes in raising livestock. He is serving as a member of the Waldo School Board. He is a member of the Lutheran Church. On Dec. 25, 1926, he married Viola Keller who was born Aug. 1, 1903, in Waldo Township, daughter of Rudolph D. and Bertha (Zachman) Keller, farmers in Waldo Township. Mrs. Hoch is a member of the Methodist Church, W. S. C. S., and Waldo P. T. A. Her hobby is needlework. Mr. and Mrs. Hoch are the parents of one daughter, Anita Jane, born Aug. 16, 1931, bookkeeper at National City Bank. The family resides on the Bethlehem Road (County Road 119), northwest of Waldo. GILBERT J. FLEMING, owner and manager of Acme Welding and Manufacturing Co. in Marion, was born Sept. 14, 1903, in Aurora, Ill., son of William and Mary (Galloway) Fleming. Mr. Fleming graduated from high school in Chicago and served in the U. S. Navy four years before attending Armour Institute in Chicago. He then worked as a mechanic in Chicago, and came to Universal Cooler Corp. in Marion in 1941. In 1945, he opened the Acme Welding and Manufacturing Co. where he manufactures all types of towing equipment, including his latest invention, the Saf-T-Tow Cradle. This invention relates to the towing of late model cars, preventing swaying sidewise, forward or backward, thus eliminating damage to the car due to faulty towing. Mr. Fleming's hobbies are fishing and bowling. On Dec. 25, 1937, he married Grace Juanita Blakey, of Arkansas, Kan., daughter of George and Mary (Henderson) Blakey. She is a member of the Christian Church. JOHN W. WATTERS, lawyer and City Solicitor of Marion, was born at Sturgis, Mich., June 12, 1914, son of Edward C. and Charlotte M. (Merman) Watters. In 1926, Edward C. Watters brought his family to Marion where he conducted an automobile agency until his retirement in 1941. John W. Watters graduated from St. Marys High School in 1931 and received his A. B. degree in 1936 and his LL.B. degree in 1937 from, the University of Notre Dame. He was admitted to the Bar in 1938 and began the practice of law in Marion where he was associated with Mouser and Mouser. During World War II, he served as special agent for the F. B. I. for about four years. In 1946 he returned to Marion and resumed his practice of law and acted as Police Prosecutor until 1948 when he was elected City Solicitor. He is a member of St. Mary's Roman Catholic Church, Knights of Columbus (past advocate), Elks, Moose, Ohio State and Ma- [305] rion County Bar associations, and Lions Club. On May 28, 1940, he married Eunice M. Dennis who was born in Toledo, Feb. 17, 1916, daughter of Dr. William A. Dennis, an optometrist in Marion, and Maud E. (Farrell) Dennis. Mrs. Watters graduated from Mercy Hospital in Toledo as an R. N. Children: (1) Lynne, born Aug. 18, 1941. (2) Lorraine, born Feb. 24, 1944. (3) John W., Jr., born Nov. 3, 1947. CLARA VICTORIA WOLF was born in Franklin County, Sept. 20, 1876, daughter of Nicholas and Magdalena (Freund) Scharf. Her father came to Franklin County from Germany and her mother from France. Mrs. Wolf attended the East Boundary School near Richwood and for about forty years she was in the poultry business. She is a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church where she was organist for twenty-six years. She has always been active in church work and in 1948 she received a silver rosary from the Apostolate Delegate from Rome for being a Good Mother. Her hobbies are music, making quilts and paper flowers, crocheting, embroidering, and doing needlework. She resides with her son, Aloysius I., and his family on the Wolf farm on the LaRue-New Bloomington Pike. On Nov. 3, 1898, she married Kilian Wolf who was born in Germany and came to America with his parents. He was a farmer in Montgomery Township until his death, Apr. 8, 1948. He was active in church work and was a member of St. Joseph's choir. Children: (1) Rev. Anthony W. Wolf, pastor at Sr. Mary-of-the-Woods, at Russells Point. (2) Agnes (Sister Rita), a nun at St. Mary's Hospital at Nebraska City, Neb. (3) Stella (Sister Gaudentia), a nun at St. Joseph School in Cincinnati. (4) Aloysius I., who farms the Wolf home farm and is an electrical contractor. He married Cecilia Franklin and they have one daughter, Mary (Mrs. Carl Scharf) who has one son, Michael. (5) Theodore (Brother Maurus), a brother at St. Anslelms Priory in Washington, D. C. (6) Magdalena (Sister Teresa); (7) Evelyn (Sister Mercedes) ; and, (8) Florence (Sister Veronica), all three of whom are nuns at St. Ursula Convent at Cincinnati. (9) Rev. Benedict L. Wolf, pastor in Russellville, Ky. (10) Rev. John V. Wolf, assistant pastor at St. Joseph's Cathedral in Columbus. HERBERT D. KEMPTON, manager of Green Camp Cooperative Elevator, was born Apr. 24, 1902, in Sunbury, son of Harry and Mary (Hildebrand) Kempton. Herbert D. graduated from Sunbury High School and was a page boy in the House of Representatives in the State House in Columbus three years. He was manager of Sunbury Feed Store in Sunbury twelve years before he came to Green Camp in 1943'. He was elected Mayor of Green Camp in 1945. He has been a basketball referee for twenty-one years. He is a member of the Baptist church, Knights of Pythias Lodge, Mt. Olive Grange, and is a commissioner of Marion area of Boy Scouts of America. On Mar. 24, 1923, Mr. Kempton married Mildred Henderson, of Columbus, daughter of William E. and Edna (Newman) Henderson. She is a member of the Baptist church, Pythian Sisters, Mt. Olive Grange, Marion County Baptist Assn. (treasurer), and advisory board of Juniorett Girls Club. She has recently opened Mildred's Gift Shop in her home in [306] Green Camp. Children: Eleanor, born Oct. 23, 1925, Donald H., born Dec. 11, 1934, and Edna Mary, born June 4, 1936. GROVER C. WALL, farmer and manager of school buses in LaRue school district, was born July 7, 1892, in Miller, Lawrence County, son of Providence M. and Myrta (VanSant) Wall. Mr. Wall received his early education in Miller and Reynoldsburg schools and was a farmer for several years before entering World War I, in which he served eighteen months with the U. S. Army, with thirteen months of overseas duty. After his return, he owned and operated a garage in Huntington, W. Va. In 1922, he went to Vinton where he owned and operated the Ford Agency two years. He came to LaRue in December 1924 and opened a Ford agency which he conducted until 1937, when he changed to his present occupation. He is a member of the Methodist church, LaRue Lodge F. & A. M., American Legion, LaRue Council (past president) and P. T. A. On May 24, 1921, he married Cleo L. Veon, of Toledo, daughter of Clifford A. and Elizabeth L. (Lambert) Veon. She is a member of the Methodist church, W. S. C. S. (past treasurer), In-His-Name Circle of King's Daughters (past president), Mary Lenox Chapter O. E. S. (past matron), Past Matron's Club, Auxiliary of American Legion, P. T. A. (past president), and Happy Tyme Club (past president). She was chairman of American Red Cross in LaRue in 1940 and 1941. Children: Irma. Lou, born Jan. 9, 1930, and Grover C. (Bud), born Mar. 3, 1932. JOHN E. (JACK) CHIVINGTON, partner in Chivington Auto Sales in Marion, was born in Celina Mar. 19, 1919, elder son of Granville and Mable (Brandon) Chivington. His father who was known as "Doc" Chivington was in the automobile business in Marion for seventeen years prior to his death in 1941. John E. graduated from Harding High School and was associated with his father in business. During World War II, he served five years with the U. S. Army Air Corps, seven months of which were spent in the South Pacific. He was honorably discharged with the rank of master sergeant. He returned to Marion and, in November 1945, he and his brother, Elmore B. Chivington (see Index), formed Chivington Auto Sales, an agency for Willys-Overland and used cars. His hobbies are flying and race cars, consisting of stock cars and midgets. He won second place in the West Virginia State Championship Midget Race in 1946. He is a member of Epworth Methodist Church, Elks, Moose, American Legion, and National Automobile Dealers Assn. On Feb. 23, 1947, he married Betty Hawkins of Marion, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Glenmore Hawkins. She is a member of First Presbyterian Church. There is one son, Dean O., born Dec. 8, 1947. JAMES FRANKLIN ULSH, farmer in Claridon Township, was born Nov. 2, 1885, son of David and Lou (Thomas) Ulsh. His grandparents, George and Catherine (Bunn) Ulsh, came from Pennsylvania and settled in Claridon Township. They built the house where James F. now resides, using it as an inn. At one time, his grandfather owned about 4,000 acres of land. Mr. Ulsh graduated from high school in Caledonia. He has been [ 307 ] a farmer all his life on the old Ulsh home place. He married, on March 26, 1914, Mamie Lupton. She died Sept. 14, 1936. There is one child, Henry W., of Fountaintown, Ind. He married Mildred Alexander and they have one son, James Floyd. Mr. Ulsh married Mrs. Cora (Luke) Paddock on Apr. 6, 1939, daughter of James and Elizabeth (Luke) Luke. She has two daughters by a previous marriage: (1) Frances (Paddock) Merchant Sullivan, who has one daughter, Miriam Merchant. (2) Arlene (Paddock) Pump, who has one son, Phillip. Mrs. Ulsh is a member of the United Brethren Church, Pocahontas Club, and she has been actively interested in music. Mr. Ulsh's hobby is fishing and he is interested in raising Spotted Poland China Hogs. They reside on State Route 98. GAYLE H. OWENS, owner of Master Cleaners, was born Oct. 27, 1903, in Marion, son of John L. and Stella B. (Anderson) Owens. His grandparents, David and Ellen Owens, came from Wales in 1869 and settled two miles south of Radnor in Delaware County. Mr. Owens attended Marion High School and was in the restaurant business fifteen years. On Feb. 6, 1939, he was appointed Assistant State Fire Marshall and on May 15, 1947, he was appointed First Assistant State Fire Marshall by Governor Herbert. He returned to Marion Feb. 1, 1949, and became an insurance investigator. He is a member of Elks Lodge 32, Exchange Club, and First United Brethren and Evangelical Church. He is interested in baseball and other sports. On Mar. 11, 1928, Mr. Owens married Elsie M. Richardson, of Marion, daughter of Orien W. and Louise M. (Harmon) Richardson. She is a member of First United Brethren and Evangelical Church, and Elks Ladies Club, and her hobby is needlework. There are three children, Robert Eugene, Patricia Louise, and Jack Harold, and one grandchild, Barbara Sue Owens. JACK O. SIMS, general farmer in Salt Rock Township, was born in that township Mar. 7, 1915, son of Harley E. and Eva (Walterhouse) Sims, natives of Salt Rock Township where they were farmers. His grandfather, Dall Sims, was also a farmer in that township. Jack O. Sims graduated from Meeker High School and has always been a farmer on the old Hen-nigh home farm which he now owns. He is a member of Meeker Methodist Church, Knights of Pythias, Marion County Farm Bureau, and Meeker School Board. On Mar. 4, 1937, he married Dorothy Hennigh who was born in the house where Mr. and Mrs. Sims now reside, on Mar. 1, 1918, daughter of Thomas Howard and Floy (Moberly) Hennigh, natives of Illinois who came to Salt Rock Township about 1912. Mrs. Sims graduated from Meeker High School. She is a member of Meeker Methodist Church. There is one son, Larry Howard, born June 18, 1938. The family resides on Owens-Shoots Road, northeast of Meeker. MERRILL RANCK, veterinarian in Prospect, was born in Columbus Aug. 19, 1924, son of Floyd M. and Blanche (Roth) Ranck. He attended schools in New Albany, graduated from North High School in Columbus, and received his D. V. M. degree from Ohio State University in 1947. [308] He was in practice with his brother, Dr. W. A. Ranck (see Index) in Marion for four months before opening his own office in Prospect. Dr. Ranck's service in the U. S. Army during World War II was in the A. S. T. P. at Ohio State University. He is a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Omega Tau Sigma, State and American Veterinarian associations, and Knights of Pythias Lodge in Prospect. His hobby is photography. On Nov. 28, 1947, he married Maxine Witchey of Belmont. She graduated from Grant Hospital School of Nursing in Columbus as an R. N. in 1945, and was county nurse in Belmont County prior to her marriage. Dr. and Mrs. Ranck are interested in raising dogs, flying, tennis, swimming, golf, and other sports. They have two daughters, Keena and Kristy. WILBUR GEORGE WILLIAMS, general farmer in Waldo Township, specializing in dairy farming and raising Guernsey cattle, was born Dec. 16, 1917, in Pleasant Township, son of George S. and Birdia (Hettler) Williams. His parents, natives of Pleasant Township, are farmers in that township. Mr. Williams graduated from Prospect High School and from Anderson Airplane School at Los Angeles, Calif. He was associated with Douglas Aircraft Co. for one year and was supervisor and general foreman at Curtiss Wright Corp. in Columbus four years. In 1944, he and his brother, Robert H. Williams, purchased the farm in Waldo Township of which Wilbur George Williams is now sole owner, having bought his brother's interest in the farm in 1945. He is a member of Moose Lodge and Bethlehem Grange. On July 15, 1944, he married Ernestine Thompson who was born in Landville, W. Va. Apr. 12, 1924, daughter of Hobert G. and Myrtle (Williamson) Thompson. She is a member of Bethlehem Grange. Children: Peggy Ann, born Jan. 7, 1946, and Richard Allen, born Apr. 8, 1948. The family resides on Route 47, southwest of Waldo. ERNEST O. SMITH, agent in Marion for Metropolitan Life Insurance Co., was born in Marion County, Aug. 3, 1894, son of Lowell J. and Emma (Shoots) Smith, native farmers of this county. Mr. Smith graduated from Harding High School and attended Ohio State University College of Law for three and one-half years before entering the U. S. Army during World War I. After being honorably discharged from the Army, he became co-owner of a retail cigar store in Santa Monica, Calif. In 1923, he returned to Marion and was associated with John F. Lust Co. He accepted his present position in 1932. He is a member of Sojourners Lodge F. & A. M. and is interested in music, travel, and reading. On Feb. 20, 1920, Mr. Smith married Katharine M. Brown who was born Oct. 8, 1894, in Wellington, Kans., daughter of Seymour N. Brown who was in the retail lumber business in Columbus for almost a half-century. Her mother, Mary A. (Seay) Brown, was a native of Harrisburg, Ky. Mrs. Smith graduated from Ohio State University. She now teaches home economics in Green Camp and manages the school lunchroom. She is a member of First Presbyterian Church, Catherine Woods Auxiliary, [309] Lydia Chapter O. E. S. (past matron), Quest Club, Marion County Federation of Women's Clubs (past treasurer), Marion Girl Scout Council (commissioner), and Altrusa International, whose 1949 convention at Banff, Canada, she attended. She has been active in Red Cross work and is interested in girls' welfare. Mr. and Mrs. Smith are the parents of one daughter, Barbara Louise, born July 8, 1924, now a personal shopper at Lazarus in Columbus. A graduate of Bowling Green University, she was a United Airlines stewardess prior to her marriage to James L. Barker, of Salt Lake City, Utah, who is a student at Ohio State University College of Law. D. L. WITZELL, general farmer in Big Island Township, was born Jan. 18, 1903, son of William H. and Clara (Wyant) Witzell. His father is a farmer in Richland Township. D. L. Witzell attended Richland Township Schools and has always been a farmer. He purchased his present farm on the Morral-Big Island Pike, County Road 203, in 1946. He is a member of Emanuel Lutheran Church in Marion, and he is interested in baseball and other sports. ETHEL GRACE KENNEDY HOLLAND was born Mar. 24, 1885, in Big Island Township, daughter of James William and Emma (Holverstott) Kennedy, farmers in Big Island Township. Her great-grandfather, Henry Holverstott, came to America from Germany and settled on land in Marion County which was granted to him by the government. Her grandfather, P. W. Holverstott, was a prominent farmer and stockman in this county. On Mar. 7, 1905, she married Hayes Holland who was born July 27, 1876, in Marion County, son of John J. and Elvira (Hunt) Holland. He was a farmer in Claridon Township. He died Sept. 29, 1946. Children: (1) Mildred Juanita, born Jan. 25, 1906, who married Glenn Freeman Pickett, farmer and mechanic. They have eight children: (a) Betty Jane (Mrs. Paul E. Thomas). She has a son, Michael Joe; (b) Martha Ellen (Mrs. Chester H. Roberts) who has three children, David Kent, Chester Harold, Jr., and Irvin Bradley; (c) Robert Eugene; (d) James William; (e) John Warren; (f) Grace Louise; (g) Glenn Dean; and (h) Thomas Charles. (2) Freda Laverne, born Oct. 26, 1908. She married Miles R. Babcock, barber in Marion. She died July 22, 1945. They had two children: (a) Richard Hayes, who married Martha Simpson and they have one son, Kenneth Lee; and, (b) Barbara Ann (Mrs. Robert Allen) who has one son, Robert George. At one time, Mrs. Holland was quite active in the artistic field. She did needlework and painted pictures with both chalk and water colors. She gave chalk talks at many entertainments. Because of failing eyesight, Mrs. Holland has been forced to give up most of her former activities in this line. However, she has energetically turned to other hobbies and is now learning Braille, writing poetry, and making artificial flowers. PAUL STOUFFER BELL, owner and manager of Bell Radio Supply and Marion Photo Supply, was born in Marion Mar. 8, 1908, son of Harry T. and Clara (Stouffer) Bell, natives of Marion County. His father was [310] secretary and assistant treasurer for Marion Steam Shovel Co. for almost thirty years and he died Feb. 11, 1949. Mr. Bell graduated from Harding High School in 1926. In 1925, he opened Bell Radio Supply, being wholesale distributor for seventy-two manufacturers of Radio Supplies. In 1945, he added Marion Photo Supply as a retail camera shop. He is a member of Trinity Baptist Church, Exchange Club, Radio Old Timers Club, and is an associate member of Fraternal Order of Police. During World War II, he worked with Civilian Defense and the Police Department, having a completely equipped radio car to be used in case of emergency. His hobbies are photography and collecting stamps. On Jan. 20, 1929, Mr. Belt married Dorothy Ellery and they became the parents of three children, Clara Elizabeth (Mrs. Frank McClaskey), Paul Junior Stouffer, and Phyllis Anne, Mrs. Bell died Nov. 25, 1943. RAYMOND EDSON LILL, who is associated with Houghton Sulky Co. in Marion, was born in Marion County Aug. 3, 1894, son of Jacob and Margaret (Leffler) Lill who were farmers in this county. Mr. Lill attended the one-room school in Pleasant Township and was associated with Susquehanna Silk Mills in Marion more than twenty-five years. He served nineteen months with the U. S. Army Air Corps during World War I, with thirteen months of that time spent overseas. He is a member of Epworth Methodist Church and American Legion. His hobby is woodworking. On Nov. 15, 1920, Mr. Lill married Hazel Graff who was born at Shiloh Apr. 6, 1902, daughter of Charles A. and Ellen (Harriger) Graff. She is a member of Epworth Methodist Church. They are the parents of one daughter, Avis, born Aug. 23, 1923, who graduated from Toledo Hospital as an R. N. She married 1st Lt. F. J. Regner, of the U. S. Army Air Corps, and they have two sons, Frederick John II and Mathew Henry IV. Mr. and Mrs. Lill reside on the farm they purchased in 1937 on the Morral Road, east of Morral. FRANK THOMPSON, owner and manager of A. B. Thompson and Son Grocery Store in Marion, was born Oct. 1, 1905, in Maplewood, son of A. B. and Lida (Davis) Thompson. Mr. Thompson and his father started the grocery store in Marion in 1925. A. B. Thompson died in 1941. Frank Thompson was educated in LaRue schools. He is a member of the Methodist Church in LaRue, all bodies of Masonry, and Aladdin Temple Shrine in Columbus. On Dec. 25, 1934, he married Gertrude Burnside, of Marion, who was born May 6, 1907., daughter of T. W. and Daisy (Wheeler) Burnside. She is a member of the Baptist Church and has, as her hobbies, fishing and horse races. Mr. Thompson's hobbies are hunting, fishing, horse races, and football. ELMORE B. CHIVINGTON, partner in Chivington Auto Sales in Marion, was born at Mercer Mar. 29, 1923, younger son of Granville and Mable (Brandon) Chivington. Mr. Chivington graduated from Harding High School in 1941 and was in the automobile business until April 1943 when he entered the U. S. Army and served during World War II. He [311] spent twenty-two months in the European theater. He was honorably discharged from the Army in November 1945 and returned to Marion where he and his brother, Jack Chivington (see Index), formed their present partnership, dealing in Willys-Overland and used cars. He is a member of Epworth Methodist Church and Elks. His hobbies are hunting, fishing and golf. On Oct. 24, 1946, Mr. Chivington married Joan Hoffman, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Walter Hoffman. She is a member of Epworth Methodist Church. There is one son, Neil Brandon, born Aug. 16, 1947. WILLIAM GREY EARL, owner and manager of Earl Dairy Farm in Claridon Township, was born July 10, 1914, in Franklin County, son of Daniel M. and Daisy (Grey) Earl, who came to Marion County in 1932 and purchased the old William Holverstott farm of about three hundred acres, where William G. now resides and operates part of the farm. Mr. Earl graduated from Ashley High School and went to work on his father's farm. He married, Feb. 5, 1934, Edna Fry of Ashley, daughter of Earl and Dotty (Whipple) Fry. Mr. and Mrs. Earl are affiliated with Claridon Methodist Church and are members of United Grange. They have one daughter, Janice Jo, born Mar. 4, 1935, a student at Claridon School. She is a member of the school band and is a past master of United Juvenile Grange. DONALD L. METCALF was born Dec. 24, 1905, in Shelby, son of Fred E. and Minnie M. (Gregory) Metcalf. His father, a native of Indiana, was associated with the T. & O. C. and Erie Railroads for about thirty years. His mother was a native of Ohio. Mr. Metcalf attended schools in Bucyrus and Marion and graduated from Harding High School. He was employed by Susquehanna Silk Mills for two years, after which he was associated with the Pollak Steel Co. until 1945. In 1940, he became associated with Procter E. Ferrin (see Index) in the sheet metal business. He is a member of the Trinity Baptist Church and Marion Lodge 70 F. & A. M.. His hobbies are hunting, fishing and woodworking. On Sept. 2, 1933, he married Ade Belle L. Lingrel who was born July 19, 1913, in Marion, daughter of John and Florence (Ferrin) Lingrel. Mrs. Metcalf is a member of Trinity Baptist Church. She is interested in real estate, building, remodeling and selling houses. There is one son, Bruce L., born Sept. 5, 1936. JAMES McFARLAND, owner in partnership with Mrs. McFarland of Jimmie's Sales and Service in Marion, was born. July 1, 1908, in West Jefferson, Madison County, son of James J. and Daisy (Britton) McFarland. He graduated from Harding High School and later received a diploma from LaSalle Extension University in business administration. He was associated with Ohio Fuel Gas Co. in Mansfield and Elyria districts for fifteen years. On Aug. 13, 1945, he and Mrs. McFarland opened Jimmie's Sales and Service. He is a member of Marion Lodge 70, F. & A. M. On Dec. 25, 1928, Mr. and Mrs. McFarland were married. She was Alice Deal, of Marion, daughter of George and Ella (Thombs) Deal. [312] Children: (1) James R., born Sept. 25, 1929. (2) Jeanne Anne, born Nov. 21, 1930, who died Nov. 8, 1944. Mrs. McFarland is interested in art, and Mr. McFarland is interested in music. They are members of First Congregational Church. LULA A. LESHER TREFZ, rural mail carrier working out of Caledonia and Martel, was born in Martel Oct. 9, 1888, daughter of John and Caroline (Haney) Lesher. Her father, who was a farmer in Tully Township, came to America from Switzerland with his parents when he was thirteen years old. He served as a soldier in 87th Regiment Company I during the Civil War. Mrs. Trefz attended school in Martel, and on Aug. 20, 1907, she married Charles F. Trefz, of Marion, who was born Sept. 26, 1884, son of John G. and Henrietta Trefz. Mr. Trefz was employed for several years as clerk at the Railroad Station in Martel. He was rural mail carrier at Martel from 1912 until 1928, when he retired because of illness. He died Nov. 25, 1932. Mrs. Trefz was substitute mail carrier for Mr. Trefz from 1923 to 1928. In 1928, she was appointed mail carrier. Since Oct. 16, 1937, when Martel and Caledonia rural routes were consolidated, she has been the mail carrier for that route. She is a member of Clyde Reformed Church, Crawford County Rural Letter Carriers Assn., and Rebekah Lodge at Caledonia. There is one son, Carl H. Trefz, born May 4, 1910. He is a veteran of World War II. JAMES FRANKLIN MOORE, owner and manager of Claridon General Store in Claridon, was born in Union County Mar. 22, 1905, son of Jonathan A. and Emma Josephine (Griffin) Moore. Mr. Moore attended school in Byhalia and was a farmer for several years. He later was associated with Erie Railroad, for eighteen years, as brakeman, trainman and extra conductor. In 1944 he purchased the Claridon General Store. He is a member of the United Grange, B. of R. T., and Eagles Lodge. He is interested in sports. On Aug. 26, 1926, he married Isabella Norton of Kent. She is a member of Wesley Methodist Church, United Grange, and Ladies Auxiliary of Pride of 35 B. of R. T. Children: (1) Deimos A., born Apr. 27, 1927. He graduated from Claridon High School and served in the U. S. Navy during World War II. He graduated from the Toledo Meat Cutting School and is now working at that trade. (2) Emma Josephine, born Jan. 13, 1945. CARL FLETCHER, owner and manager of Ford Tractor Sales and Service in Marion, was born Oct. 11, 1907, in Knox County, son of James Calvin and Mary (Schroeder) Fletcher. His father was a farmer in Knox County. Mr. Fletcher graduated from high school in Fredericktown. He then farmed with his father and later owned and operated a hatchery in Knox County. He came to Marion County in 1942 and operated the old King Mill Farm until 1944 when he moved to LaRue and managed the Ford Ferguson Tractor Sales. In 1948, he opened the store he now owns. He is a member of local, state and national Farm Dealers associations. [313] On Aug. 29, 1927, he married Greta Pauline Elliott of Fredericktown. Mr. and Mrs. Fletcher are members of the Methodist church, and Bowling Green and 7th Degree Granges. Children: (1) Neva Jocelyn, born Apr. 8, 1929. (2) Carl Joe, born Dec. 5, 1931. (3) Shirley Lee, born Jan. 31, 1934. (4) Judith Ann, born Dec. 24, 1938. G. A. PIACENTINO, lawyer in Marion, was born in Marion, Sept. 13, 1922, son of Anthony and Esther (Puletti) Piacentino. Anthony Piacentino, who is now retired, was associated with Erie Railroad Co. thirty. nine years. G. A. Piacentino graduated from St. Mary's High School and received his B. S. degree from Boston University, where he majored in accounting, and his LL.B. degree from Ohio State University. He was admitted to the Bar, February 1947, and taught at Blantons College of Business at Ashville, N. C. In August 1947 he returned to Marion and began his practice of law. He has been Assistant City Solicitor since January 1948. He is a member of St. Mary's Roman Catholic Church, Knights of Columbus, Moose, Phi Kappa Sigma, Fraternal Order of Police, and Ohio and Marion County Bar associations. On Mar. 1, 1947, he married Alice Margaret Bradford, daughter of Wilbur and Adena Bradford, of Columbus. Mr. and Mrs. Piacentino have one son, Charles Michael, born Mar. 17, 1948. ALVIN BAIN LA RUE, farmer in Montgomery Township who is also associated with Universal Cooler in the office of the sales department in Marion, was born Sept. 17, 1892, near LaRue. The village of LaRue was founded by his great-uncle, Major William LaRue. His father is William P. LaRue (see Index). His mother, Maggie (Bain) LaRue, was the daughter of Hon. John Bain and Eliza (Scribner) Bain. Hon. Bain was born in Scotland and later moved to America. At one time, he served in the Ohio State Senate. Alvin Bain LaRue graduated from LaRue High School and assisted his father on the home farm. During World War I, he served about eighteen months with the U. S. Navy. After being honorably discharged, he returned to farming. In 1923, he became associated with Marion Steam Shovel Company. From 1941 to 1945 he was with the U. S. Rubber Co. and, in 1945, he accepted his present position with the Universal Cooler. In 1934, he purchased his present farm on the Agosta Meeker Pike, north of New Bloomington. He has served as township trustee. He is a member of the Methodist Church in LaRue, LaRue Lodge F. & A. M., Mary Lenox Chapter O. E. S., Phillipi-Clements Post of the American Legion, 40 et 8, and New Bloomington School Board. On Mar. 29, 1921, Mr. LaRue married Rhea Schotte who was born near LaRue July 17, 1896, daughter of Frank and Anna (Whitman) Schotte. Her father was a farmer and also was a merchant in LaRue. Mrs. LaRue is a member of the Methodist Church in New Bloomington, Mary Lenox Chapter O. E. S. (past matron) and Auxiliary to the American Legion. Children: (1) Rebecca Jane who died in 1932 at the age of nine. (2)' William Wayne, born May 15, 1925. During World War II, he served from 1943 to 1946 with the U. S. Navy. He was released from duty with [314] the rank of ensign. He is now a student at DeForest Electronic School in Chicago. (3) Norma Joan, born Sept. 15, 1927. She attended Asbury College at Wilmore, Kentucky. HAROLD EDWARD WILLIAMS was born at Ohio City Apr. 4, 1894, son of W. N. and Ella (Jones) Williams. His father was a farmer in Van Wert County. Mr. Williams received his early education in the Ohio City Schools and, at the age of sixteen, went to Columbus Grove where he learned the bakery trade. In 1921, he came to Caledonia where he owned and operated the Williams Bakery which was a large wholesale bakery serving Galion, Mansfield, Shelby, Bucyrus, and Marion. Mr. Williams retired from business in 1945. He is a veteran of World War I, in which he served in the 112 Infantry Headquarters Company, 28th Division of the U. S. Army. He spent one year overseas. He is a member of: Memorial Methodist Church; Oliver Lodge (past master), all bodies of York Rite Masonry in Marion, and 32nd degree Valley of Toledo; Vera Chapter O. E. S.; Knights of Pythias; American Legion; and V. F. W. His hobby is race-horses. On Jan. 26, 1921, Mr. Williams married Nell Keiser, of Shelby, daughter of William and Mary (King) Keiser. She is a member of Memorial Methodist Church, Vera Chapter O. E. S. (past matron), Past Matron's Club, Marion White Shrine of Jerusalem, Kings Daughters, W. S. C. S., and American Legion Auxiliary. Mr. and Mrs. Williams have one daughter, Virginia Mae, of Caledonia. She graduated from Caledonia High School, attended Baldwin Wallace College three years, and graduated from Marion Business College. She is a member of Alpha Xi Delta sorority and Vera Chapter O. E. S. She married George Robert Longacre, of Marion, a U. S. Army veteran of World War II. COVER W. RINEHART, co-owner of Martel Elevator in Martel, was born May 17, 1903, in Morrow County, son of George and Lydia (Lewis) Rinehart. His father was a farmer in Perry Township, Morrow County. Mr. Rinehart graduated from Johnsville High School in 1921. He was then a farmer for several years. In 1943, he became a partner of Melvin L. Sharrock in the Martel Elevator. Mr. Rinehart is a member of Martel Methodist Church, Oliver Lodge F. & A. M., Knights of Pythias, and Martel Grange. On June 16, 1928, he married Ferne Cox of Cannaan, daughter of John and Effie (Rinehart) Cox. She is a member of Martel Methodist Church and Martel Grange. Mr. Rinehart is interested in sports. The Martel Basketball Team is sponsored by Martel Elevator. HENRY FREDERICK SCHROTE, general farmer in Pleasant Township, was born Sept. 9, 1899, in Pleasant Township, son of Charles Frederick and Mary Magdelene (Seiter) Schrote. His father was a farmer. Mr. Schrote attended the township school and has always been a farmer. He served four years on the school board. He is a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church (formerly secretary and parsonage trustee) and Marion County Farm Bureau. [315] On Dec. 22, 1926, Mr. Schrote married Gertrude Emma Fetter who was born in Morrow County Nov. 17, 1903, daughter of Henry Samuel and Emma Clara (Neidhart) Fetter (see Index). Mrs. Schrote is a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church and Pleasant P. T. A. There is one son, Richard Leroy, who was born Feb. 16, 1933. He is a student at Pleasant High School. The family resides on the Maple Grove Rd., southeast of Marion. ANDREW C. REMLINGER, manager of Prospect Branch of Telling Belle Vernon Co. (Seal-Test) in Prospect, was born in Putnam County Jan. 5, 1913, son of Henry A. and Emma (Brooks) Remlinger. His father was a farmer in Putnam County. Mr. Remlinger graduated from high school in Columbus Grove and attended Miami University. He then became associated with the Columbus Grove Milk Co. After two years, he was transferred to Prospect where he was foreman of the newly organized Prospect Milk Co. In 1939, Prospect Milk Co. was purchased by Telling Belle Vernon Co. and Mr. Remlinger was transferred to Findlay where he was superintendent of Windsor Evaporated Milk Company. He returned to Prospect in 1941 and became field service manager for Telling Belle Vernon Co. He was promoted to his present position in August 1945. He is a member of Prospect Lions Club. His hobby is fishing. On June 20, 1936, he married Ruby Kyle who was born in Prospect, daughter of Vernon and Dollie (Baumgarner) Kyle. She is a member of the Methodist Church and Prospect Chapter O. E. S. They have two sons: Roger A., born July 27, 1939; and, Jerry A., born Aug. 25, 1943. GEORGE KENNEDY WATTS, general farmer and stockman on County Rd. 26, southeast of Morral in Grand Prairie Township, was born Nov. 6, 1886, in Polk. Township, Crawford County, son of George Louis and Anzilla (Kennedy) Watts, farmers in Salt Rock Township. Mr. Watts attended schools in Crawford County and Salt Rock Township, graduated from Morral High School and has always been a farmer. He is a member of the Methodist church and Salt Rock Grange. He married Sadie Warner, daughter of Jacob E. and Martha (Heller) Warner. She died June 29, 1941. To this union, two children were born: (1) Foster Ralph, of Shelby. He married, first, Virgie Humphrey and there was one son born to this marriage, George Louis. Foster R. married, second, Eulah Tremble and they have two children, Wanda and William Foster. (2) Opal L., of Morral. She married Roy Conley and they have three sons: (a) Harold James who has resided with his grandfather since the age of three. He, married Jenevieve White and they have one son, James Eugene; (b) Howard Eugene, of the U. S. Army Air Corps; and, (c) Russell David, On May 26, 1943, Mr. Watts married Avonelle DeRoche who was born in Morral Aug. 25, 1909, daughter of Henry A. and Ada (Hartman) DeRoche (see Index). Mrs. Watts is a member of the Methodist church, Pythian Sisters, and Salt Rock Grange. HARRY A. HOOPES, veterinarian and farmer in Montgomery Township, was born June 26, 1888, in Marysville, son of Arthur and Jessie (Banks) Hoopes. Dr. Hoopes graduated from Marysville High School [316] and Ohio State University. He taught parasiteology and pathology at Ohio State University before coming to Montgomery Township in 1914. He served one year as a first lieutenant in the Veterinary Corps of the U. S. Army during World War I. During World War II, he served on Marion County Draft Board and he has been a trustee of Montgomery Township. He was on the school board eight years. He is a member of LaRue Lodge and Scioto Consistory (32nd̊) of Masonry, Aladdin Temple Shrine, Mary Lenox Chapter O. E. S., Philipi Clements Post American Legion (past commander, charter member, and organizer), 40 et 8 (past chef), LaRue Business Men's Assn. (charter), Ohio Veterinary Medical Assn. (past state president), North Central Ohio Veterinary Medical Assn. (first president, organizer, and secretary for ten years). He is interested in hunting and harness horses. On Dec. 12, 1919, Dr. Hoopes married Hazel D. Hastings, of LaRue, daughter of Hunter and Sarah (Myers) Hastings, descendents of prominent pioneer families of Montgomery Township. Her father was a soldier during the Civil War. Dr. and Mrs. Hoopes are the parents of one daughter, Betty C., a student at Ohio State University. WILLIAM THOMAS MACK, farmer and stockman, was born Sept. 5, 1877, in Claridon Township, son of Henry and Ellen (Graham) Mack. After his father's death in 1879, William T. and his mother returned to the Graham homestead in Marion Township where William T. now lives. His great-grandparents, Thomas and Ann Graham, were natives of Ireland. Mr. Mack attended Shrock School and took over the farm work at about seventeen years of age when his grandfather retired. He is a member of Calvary Evangelical Church, Progressive Grange, and he was on the township school board eleven years. His hobbies are fishing and woodworking. On Dec. 24, 1900, Mr. Mack married Cora Louise Click who was born in Pleasant Township, daughter of David and Caroline (Morgenthaler) Click. She died Nov. 15, 1947. Children: (1) Leroy W., born July 4, 1905, a farmer in Pleasant Township. He married Ellen Mautz and they have two children, James and Marilyn. (2) Lowell D., born July 27, 1920 a farmer in Marion Township. He married Marie Hoopman and they have two children, Edwin and Marsha. (3) Ethel, born Feb. 6, 1915. She married Russell H. Fett who is associated with Marion Engineer Depot. Mr. and Mrs. Fett reside with Mr. Mack on State Route 529, southeast of Marion, where they operate a goat farm. They have two children, Shirley Louise and Marie Ann. MATTHEW DAVID McKINSTRY, contractor in Marion, was born in Marion May 19, 1897, son of John T. and Arnetta (Williams) McKinstry, natives of Marion County. His father was a horseman and a dealer in fine horses. His grandfather, Matthew McKinstry, came to America from Scotland, settling and homesteading land in Tully Township. He married Phoebe Garberson, a native of Marion County. Mr. McKinstry attended grade and high schools in Marion and worked as a brakeman for the Erie Railroad six years. He conducted a trucking business in Marion for fifteen years. In 1936, he started his present contracting business. He [317] is a member of First Presbyterian Church, Marion Lodge 70, Chapter, Council and Commandery of Masonry. His hobbies are raising German Shepherd dogs, reading, and writing poetry. On June 16, 1930, Mr. McKinstry married Evelyn Eyman, born in Marion June 18, 1908, daughter of Arthur Benjamin and Rachel (Adams) Eyman. She is a member of First Presbyterian Church. There is one son, John Arthur, born June 23, 1935. Mr. McKinstry was the only son in a family of five children. His sisters were Harriet Marie (Mrs. John Shue) now deceased, Nellie Rose (Mrs. Homer Thomas Little, Sr.), Florence Blanche (Mrs. Dano Cole), and Phoebe John (Mrs. Howard Anderson). RAY REAMSNYDER, farmer in Scott Township, was born in Wyandot County Mar. 18, 1888, son of Ameal and Mary (Beck) Reamsnyder. His father came to America from Germany when four years of age with his parents, Michael and Rosina Reamsnyder who settled in Ohio and were farmers. Mr. Reamsnyder attended school in Kirkpatrick and has been a farmer since, except for twelve years when he was a barber. He has been township trustee for ten years. His hobbies are hunting, baseball, and harness horses. On Feb. 19, 1913, Mr. Reamsnyder married Margie P. Barringer who was born Oct. 7, 1891, in Claridon Township, daughter of Henry and Mary (Merritt) Barringer who were farmers. Mr. and Mrs. Reamsnyder are members of the Church of Christ. They are the parents of one son, Henry A., born May 7, 1914, who is associated with his father in farming. Hi; married Ruth Eleanor Reed, of Martel. They have two children, Janis Elizabeth, born June 6, 1937, and Jerry Ray, born Nov. 16, 1941. WILLIS IRL REASONER, garage supervisor for Railway Express Agency in Marion, was born at Beaconsfield, Ia., July 26, 1888, son of Frank Marion and Alice A. (Roseberry) Reasoner. His father, of French lineage, was an engineer with Marion Steam Shovel Co. for more than forty years. Mr. Reasoner attended schools in Marion. He then learned the machinist trade at Marion Steam Shovel Co. and later became an automobile mechanic. In 1936, he opened Reasoner Garage which he operated until 1943 when he accepted his present position. His hobbies are travel and fishing. On Apr. 2, 1911, he married Villa Eva Johnston who was born in Marion Township, daughter of Rezin W. and Villetta P. (Thomas) Johnston. Her father was a farmer in Marion County. Mr. and Mrs. Reasoner are members of Trinity Baptist Church. They are the parents of two sons: (1) Francis Eugene, born Nov. 30, 1925. He graduated from Harding High School and Ohio State University. He served twenty-seven months with the U. S. Army during World War II. He was on combat duty seven months with the 63rd Division of the U. S. Infantry. While in England, he studied at Shrivenham American University and while in Germany, he served as business manager of the "Seventh Infantry Cotton Baler," a regimental newspaper. He married Jean Louise Latimore of Marion. (2) Willis Irl, Jr., born Aug. 28, 1929. He graduated from Harding High School and is a student at Miami University at Oxford. [318] LUTHER TELL NICKELSON, general farmer in Pleasant Township, was born in Pleasant Township Mar. 15, 1894, son of John H. and Christena (Rider) Nickelson. His sister is Mrs. Orland C. Decker (see Index). Mr. Nickelson attended Mt. Union schools and went to work as a farmer. He is a member of the United Brethren church and Knights of Pythias Lodge. On June 24, 1924, Mr. Nickelson married Ellen Ault who was born in Pleasant Township June 24, 1901, daughter of George H. and Catherine (Firstenberger) Ault. She is a member of the Reformed Church. There is one daughter, Dorothy Marie, born Nov. 18, 1925. She married Don Montgomery, a Navy veteran of World War II, and they have one son, Paul Lewis. Mr. and Mrs. Nickelson reside on the Bethlehem Road, South of Marion. KARL DUNE, owner of Merchants Transfer and Storage Co. in Marion, was born in Panscova, Austria-Hungary, Mar. 20, 1901, son of Daniel and Elizabeth (Lichtenberger) Dune. His parents came to America when Karl was three years of age and settled in Mansfield. His father was a farmer in Richland County. Karl Dune graduated from Mansfield High School in 1920, and attended Valparaiso and Ohio Northern universities. He then was associated with Cotter Warehouse in Mansfield two years. In 1927, he came to Marion and helped organize Merchants Motor Freight Lines. This later merged with Ward Transportation Co. and Columbus Motor Express Co. Mr. Dune was district manager of this company, known as the Commercial Motor Freight Company, Inc., for about fourteen years. On Aug. 11, 1941, he purchased Merchants Transfer and Storage Co. from J. W. Peoples. The company was established in 1905 by Mr. Peoples' father. Mr. Dune is a member of Emanuel Lutheran Church, Elks Lodge, and Marion Country Club. He formerly was a member of Marion Lodge Number 70 F. & A. M. and Moose Lodge. On Sept. 18, 1922, Mr. Dune married Lucille Irene Miller who was born in Mansfield Sept. 14, 1902, daughter of Charles and Lilly (Walters) Miller who were of Irish and German lineage. Mrs. Dune is a member of Emanuel Lutheran Church, Church Choir, Women's Missionary Society, Philathea Circle, P. T. A. ( past president), and of Southeast Mothers Singers. Children: (1) Richard C., who is associated with his father in business. He was born Oct. 18, 1923. He is a veteran of World War II in which he served with the U. S. Army Air Corps. He married Margaret Ellen Pfeiffer, of Marion. Children: Rebecca Ann, Veronica Sue, Marsha Rae, and Richard Charles, Jr. (2) Mary Lucille, born May 10, 1925. She married Charles Pine, of Marion. Children: Patricia Lee and Mary Lou. (3) Doris Maxine (Mrs. Richard Gast), born Dec. 16, 1926. She has one daughter, Suzan Christina. (4) Gordon Frank, born Nov. 6, 1928. He is now serving with the U. S. Army. He married Betty Nichols. (5) Lenora Ann, born June 9, 1936. Mrs. Dune's hobbies are raising tropical fish and canaries. Mr. Dune's hobbies are growing flowers and fishing. He has a large variety of roses. The family resides at 467 Mt. Vernon Avenue in Marion in the old Durfee homestead which was originally a farm house built more than 137 years ago. [319] MAC P. WEIST, general farmer in Montgomery Township, was born Jan. 17, 1901, in the Weist homestead where he now resides, son of Samuel F. and Lizzie D. (Cook) Weist. His father was a farmer all his life on the Weist home farm and for many years was a director and for ten years president of Campbell National Bank. Mac P. Weist's paternal grandfather, Philip Weist, settled on the Weist farm in 1875. His maternal grandfather, Solomon H. Cook, served as a soldier in the Civil War and for nine months was a prisoner-of-war in Andersonville Prison. His sister, Idella M., married John Thomas Jones (see Index). Mac P. Weist graduated from LaRue High School in 1919. He has always been a farmer on the home place. He has been secretary and treasurer of National Tank and Equipment Co. in Richwood since its incorporation in 1947. He is a member of Emanuel Lutheran Church, Elks Lodge, Farm Bureau, Marion County Fish and Game Club, LaRue Sports-mans Club, National Coon Dog Field Trial Assn. (charter and past president), and LaRue School Board. On May 21, 1933, Mr. Weist married Mildred Burdge who was born in Bowling Green Township Jan. 4, 1906, daughter of James and Maggie (Harris) Burdge, farmers south of LaRue. Mrs. Weist graduated from LaRue High School and Bowling Green University. Prior to her marriage, she taught school one year in Bowling Green Township, two years in LaRue, and five years in Marion city schools. She is affiliated with Emanuel Lutheran Church and is a member of Pythian Sisters. To this marriage, five children were born: May Nancy who died at the age of seventeen months; Philip F., born Feb. 5, 1935; James S., born Apr. 10, 1937; John J., born Dec. 1, 1939; and, Rosalie Mae, born May 19, 1946. Mrs. Weist's hobbies are fishing and needlework. Mr. Weist's hobbies are hunting, fishing, and raising dogs. The family resides on the LaRue-Hepburn Road, three miles northwest of LaRue. JOHN W. MATHEWS, manager of Gulf Oil Products in Marion, Morrow, and Delaware counties, was born in Mt. Gilead May 4, 1910, son of William Dean and Alice E. (Wilson) Mathews. His father was president of Mathews-Talmadge Oil Co. for more than twenty years prior to his death in 1938. His paternal grandfather, William Delany Mathews, served as probate judge of Morrow County and was a soldier in the Civil War. His maternal grandfather, Samuel Wilson, also was a soldier during the Civil War. Mr. Mathews graduated from Mt. Gilead High School and attended Culver Military Acadamy and Denison and Ohio State universities. He then became associated with Gulf Refining Co. and was located at the following places: Toledo (five years); Bryan (one year); and, Columbus (one year) . He returned to Mt. Gilead where he became associated with Mathews-Talmage Oil Co. and he is now secretary-treasurer of the company. He came to Marion in 1940 to take over his present position with Gulf Oil Products. He is a member of First Baptist Church at Mt. Gilead, Kiwanis Club, and Masonic Lodge at Mt. Gilead. His hobbies are fishing, woodworking, football, golf, and other sports. On June 6, 1936, Mr. Mathews married Helen E. Wagner of Mt. Gilead. She graduated from Mt. Gilead High School and from Oberlin Business College. She is a member of First Baptist Church and of the Junior [320] League in Mt. Gilead. Mr. and Mrs. Mathews are the parents of three daughters, Judith Louise, Patricia Ann, and Elizabeth. HARRY F. HABERMAN, manager of the sales department of Midtown Chevrolet Co., was born in Marion May 14, 1907, son of Harry W. and Mable E. (Raffensperger) Haberman, natives of Marion County. His father owned Haberman Hardware Store, now Crawbaugh Hardware Store, and was founder of Haberman Chevrolet Company, now Midtown Chevrolet Co. Mr. Haberman graduated from Harding High School and attended Ohio State University, after which he became associated with the automobile business. He served two years during World War II with the U. S. Navy, seeing service in the Pacific area. He was honorably discharged from the Navy Nov. 1, 1945, and accepted his present position. He is a member of St. Paul's Episcopal Church, and American Legion. On Sept. 6, 1931, he married Phyllis Wood who was born in Magnetic Springs, daughter of Noble L. and Alice (Newhouse) Wood. She attended Ward Bellmount School for girls in Nashville, Tenn. She is a member of St. Paul's Episcopal Church. There are two children, Jeffrey Wood, born April 13, 1943, and Lorraine, born Oct. 5, 1946. ARTHUR J. BERRY, vice president of National City Bank and Trust Co. and a retired businessman, was born in Marion Aug. 20, 1876, son of Dr. Joshua Berry and Susan (Danner) Berry. His father, a native of Pleasant Township, was a farmer and veterinarian. Mr. Berry graduated from Marion High School in 1896. He then worked as a reporter on The Marion Star which, at that time, was owned by Warren G. Harding. From 1898 to 1900, Mr. Berry was manager of Bell Telephone Co. in Marion. He then became associated with Marion County Telephone Co. and served as superintendent of equipment until 1908, when he became secretary and manager. He remained in this capacity until 1928 when he sold his interest in the company. In 1934, he became vice president of National City Bank and Trust Company. He retired from active association with the bank in 1936, but has continued as vice president. At one time, he was a director and owner of a half-interest in the Smith Clothing Co. in Marion, selling his interest in the business in 1947. He is interested in all civic affairs. In 1919, he organized Marion Chamber of Commerce and served as its first and second president. He also was a member of the board until 1944 when he resigned. While active in the Chamber of Commerce, Mr. Berry was instrumental in persuading Universal Cooler Corp., of Detroit, to establish a plant in Marion. He was secretary of the building committee during organization and construction of Harding Hotel. He now devotes his entire time to the management of his own investments and real estate interests. He is a life member of Scottish Rite Consistory (32nd degree). He was formerly a member of all York bodies of Masonry in Marion and Aladdin Temple Shrine in Columbus. He was also a member of Knights of Pythias and Elks. He was a charter member of Marion Rotary Club and served as its second president. His favorite recreations are hunting and fishing. [321] On Aug. 10, 1918, Mr. Berry married Alma A. Reading, daughter of William Webster and Ida Belle (Glosser) Reading. Mrs. Berry was born in Union County July 18, 1896. The Reading family is directly descended from Noah Webster. Mrs. Berry is a member of Epworth Methodist Church. Children: (1) Barbara Jean who died in infancy in 1919. (2) Joan Jane who was born May 22, 1921. She graduated from Harding High School and was a student at Stevens Junior College at Columbia, Mo. She also attended Ohio State University where she majored in dramatics. She then studied at The Play House in Cleveland. During World War II, she was an American Red Cross worker in Jacksonville, Fla. She married John Alward Kennedy of Chambersburg, Pa. He served as a lieutenant with the U. S. Army Infantry during World War II. Children: Susan and John. EDWIN JACK KINTER, vice president and treasurer of Fulfillment Corp. of America, was born Dec. 27, 1898, at Apollo, Pa., son of Edwin E. and Carrie (Jack) Kinter. Mr. Kinter attended high school at Kittanning, Pa., Wharton School of Business at University of Pennsylvania, and entered the U. S. Army during World War I. He served three years, with thirteen months of that time spent in France. He returned from service and held various positions in accounting and business methods work. He spent fourteen years as methods consultant with Burroughs Adding Machine Co., five years in a similar capacity with Ernst and Ernst, and, with Wendall B. Ward (see Index), he founded Fulfillment Corp. of America in Marion. Mr. Kinter is a trustee of the Community Foundation and a member of First Presbyterian Church and Chamber of Commerce (Manufacturers Council and Airport Committee). Mr. Kinter married Gertrude T. Moore, of New Castle, Pa., and they are the parents of G. D. S. Moore, of Marion; Mrs. R. S. Culver, of Washington, N. J., and Edwin J. Kinter, Jr., of Boston, Mass. A. CATHERINE BINTZ, vice president and a director of The Frank Bros. Co., and a director of Bintz Bros. in Zanesville and of A. L. Bintz Co. in Fremont, was born in Schuyler, N. Y., daughter of Joseph and Caroline (Wiegand) Nunn. Mr. Nunn was manufacturer of the Nunn chain pump. Mrs. Bintz graduated from Ilion High School and Oneonta Normal Training School and taught school for one year prior to her marriage to A. Loran Bintz. Mr. Bintz was born in Croghan, N. Y., son of John and Christina (Tiss) Bintz. He was always interested in the drygoods business and was connected with stores in Lowville and Utica, N. Y., and Erie, Pa., as buyer, and managed a store in McKeesport, Pa., before coming to Marion, in 1919, to purchase Daniel Frank's interests in The Frank Bros. Co., at the time of Mr. Frank's retirement from business. Mr. Bintz was co-owner and vice president of the company until his death, July 23, 1947. Since that time, Mrs. Bintz has retained her husband's interests in the company. She is a member of St. Marys Catholic Church, Attar Society, Daughters of Isabella, St. Marys Sewing Circle, and Tuesday Study Club. Children: (1) Marie, who is deceased. She was the wife of E. J. Shanahan, physician and surgeon at Clyde, O. Children: Patrick and Christo- [322] pher. (2) A. Loran Bintz, Jr., of Zanesville. Children: A. Loran III, Barbara, Mariann, and Nannette. (3) Theodore A. (Ted), who owns and manages A. L. Bintz Co., a ladies wear specialty shop in Fremont. Children: Marilyn, Constance, Theodore A., Jr., Jeannine, and Annette. (4) John G., of Zanesville. Children: Judith Marie, John G., Jr., Catherine Ann, Cheryl, and Daniel L. (5) Robert J., of Zanesville. Children: Suzanne, Patricia, Mary Jo, and Mary Jane. Mrs. Bintz' four sons are co-owners of Bintz Bros. in Zanesville. COL. RAYMOND E. COPELAND was born Aug. 25, 1887, in Chester, Meigs County, son of Dr. E. J. Copeland, who was a physician and surgeon in Chester and Stewart and also served as a captain in the Civil War, and Nancy M. (Blackburn) Copeland, a native of Athens County. Col Copeland attended Ohio University and graduated from Ohio State University with a B. S. degree in 1914. He then taught school until 1917 when he was commissioned a first lieutenant in the U. S. Army Infantry at Fort Benjamin Harrison. In 1918 he was promoted to captain and served in France. After returning from overseas, Col. Copeland was superintendent of schools at Harpster two years, and at Waldo for many years. In 1942 he reentered Army service as a major. He was assistant executive officer and director of training at Camp Atterbury, Ind. He was promoted to lieutenant colonel in 1943 and to colonel in 1945. After being separated from military service, he returned to Marion and he and Mrs. Copeland reside at 294 Franklin St. He is a member of the Masonic Lodge, American Legion, and 40 et 8. His hobbies are hunting and fishing. On Feb. 5, 1918, he married Grace Chariton who was born in Stewart Oct. 8, 1890, daughter of Milton J. and Bertha (Byron) Charlton, natives of Ohio. Her maternal great-grandfather, Daniel Stewart, founded the village of Stewart. Her great-great-grandfather, Daniel Stewart, was a soldier during the Revolution. Mrs. Copeland attended Ohio University and graduated from Grant Hospital School of Nursing in 1914. She was a nurse before her marriage. She is a member of American Legion Auxiliary, 0. E. S., and D. A. R. She is interested in raising flowers. Col. and Mrs. Copeland are affiliated with the Presbyterian church. MURREL WAIT, retired from the hay and livestock business and from farming, was born Jan. 2, 1885, in Morrow County, son of Y. C., and Lydia (Corwin) Wait. His father, a farmer, was a Civil War veteran. His great-grandfather, Jonathan Wait, served in the American Revolution. Murrel Wait attended country school and started working for his brother-in-law, B. H. Slater, in a general store at Chesterville. He also drove a huckster wagon drawn by a mule team. In 1911, he opened a meat market in Caledonia. He then started buying stock and went into the hay and livestock business. He helped organize Marion Livestock Sales Co. which burned in 1940. He also helped organize Livestock Sales companies in Ashland, Marysville, Lima, Parkersburg, W. Va., and Auburn, Id. On Jan. 1, 1911, he married Barbara Orrilla Lyons who was born in Fulton Oct. 25, 1891, daughter of Bennett J. and Ida (Dumbaugh) Lyons. She is a member of Memorial Methodist Church, Pythian Sisters, Rebekah Lodge, and Vera Chapter O. E. S. Mrs. Wait has been secretary and book- [323] keeper for the business in Caledonia and has managed it since Mr. Wait's retirement in 1948. She was secretary-treasurer of Ashland Livestock Sales Co. Children: (1) Bennett Corwin, born Jan. 22, 1912. He attended Ohio State University, served in the Army during World War II, and is now in the insurance business in Los Angeles, Calif. He married Phyllis Blair. (2) Walter LeRoy, born Jan. 25, 1914. He is a supervisor with Fenton Construction Co. of Ashland. He married Selorus Timson and they have four children: Patty Ann, Joelene, Merlene, and Hugh David. (3) Barbara Ruth, born Nov. 5, 1915. She married William D. Brooks, of Marion County, and they have four children: Larry D., Barbara Lee, Rebecca Jane, and Betty Jean. (4) Hugh Dillman, born May 21, 1926. He graduated from Ohio State University and is now a Law student at Ohio State. He is an Army veteran of World War II. He married Leatrice Joy Goeble and they have one son, Hugh Dillman II. HARVEY W. ZACHMAN, retired farmer and dairyman in Marion Township, was born Jan. 22, 1877, in Waldo Township, son of Frank and Caroline (Almendinger) Zachman. His grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Francis Zachman, came to America from Germany and settled in Waldo Township. They were the parents of nine children, and seven of their sons were soldiers in the Civil War. Mr. Zachman received his early education in the school at Bethlehem. He has been a farmer and dairyman all his life. From 1908 to 1911, he owned and operated a dairy on the site of the present Harding Memorial where he sold milk, both wholesale and retail. In 1921, he purchased his present farm on Mt. Vernon Ave. where he operated the Zachman Dairy from 1921 until 1942 when he retired. On Feb. 27, 1908, he married Laura Click, of Pleasant Township, who was born Feb. 12, 1881, daughter of David and Caroline (Morganthaler) Click, of German lineage. Her father was a soldier in the Civil War. Her twin sister was Cora Louise (Click) Mack who died Nov. 15, 1947. Mr. and Mrs. Zachman are the parents of one son, Marlow Earl Zachman who is associated with his father on the farm. He was born Oct. 30, 1909. He married Marvel Fett of Coshocton and they have three children, Warren Harvey, Eugene Lee, and Karen Lynn. Mr. and Mrs. Harvey W. Zachman are members of the Calvary Evangelical United Brethren Church. Mr. Zachman taught the men's Bible Sunday School Class for forty years, in appreciation of which, about seventy of the men in the class presented him with a gold watch. JOHN FREDERICK ZEISLER, Supervisor for Osgood Co. in Marion, was born in Pomeroy Jan. 3, 1881, son of Henry and Julia (Durst) Zeisler. His father was a native of Germany and his mother was a native of Pomeroy. Mr. Zeisler attended public and German schools in Pomeroy. He started working in his father's blacksmith shop at fifteen. At twenty-one, he went to Lorraine. In 1906 he came to Marion and was associated with Marion Steam Shovel Co. until 1911, when he became a supervisor for Osgood Co. He is a member of Epworth Methodist Church, Marion Lodge 70 F. & A. M., and Foremen's Club. He was a member of Baker Band. His hobbies are bowling, football, and other sports. [324] On Sept. 4, 1907, Mr. Zeisler married Glen Barnhart who was born in Marion Oct. 18, 1888, daughter of Merton and Minerva J. (Arthur) Barnhart, natives of Richland Township. Her father was a soldier in the Civil War. Her grandfather, David Barnhart, was a contractor of building in this county and her great-great-grandfather, David Barnhart, was one of the first settlers of this county. Mrs. Zeisler is a member of Epworth Methodist Church, W. S. C. S., Lydia Chapter O. E. S., Marion White Shrine of Jerusalem, W. C. T. U., and Demolay Mothers (past president). Her hobby is writing: Children: (1) Edith (Mrs. M. A. Hendel), of Marion. She attended Ohio State and Capital universities and now teaches in Central Junior High School. She has two sons, Richard and John. (2) Marie (Mrs. David A. Meyer), of Fremont. She graduated from Grant Hospital School of Nursing. She has three children, David, Frank, and Betty. (3) Rosalie (Mrs. M. H. Winters), of Marion. She was secretary at the Y. M. C. A. prior to her marriage. She has three sons, Eugene, Jerry, and Robert. (4) Mary Josephine (Mrs. Lowell E. Williams), of Marion. She graduated from Bowling Green University and taught school in Marion before her marriage. She has two children, Sharon and Lowell. (5) Jack F., of Chicago. A certified public accountant, he graduated from Ohio State and attended Northwestern University. During World War II, he was an agent for the Bureau of Internal Revenue. He married Mildred Young, daughter of Hon. Hector S. Young, of Marion. (6) Robert E., of Ft. Wayne, a graduate of Bowling Green. He is a Marine Corps veteran of World War II. He married Audrey E. Foley, of Brooklyn, N. Y. (7) Marjorie (Mrs. L. L. Harvey), of Marion. She has three children, Sally, Margo, and Martena. (8) Donald E., a student at Bowling Green University. JAMES CURTIS SHARROCK, real estate broker in Caledonia, was born in Tully Township, Aug. 1, 1876, son of James and Rebecca (Reed) Sharrock. His father, a farmer, served in the Civil War. Mr. Sharrock, at the age of fifteen, began working for the Erie Railroad, remaining with the company eight years. He then volunteered to serve with the Ohio Infantry in the Spanish-American War and was in Puerto Rico. In 1899 he returned and worked as a fireman for the Erie five years. He then attended Jones National School of Auctioneering and, in 1913, went into the real estate, insurance, and auctioneering business. In 1915 he came to Caledonia. He was agent in purchasing the Erickson and Appleman farms for Warren G. Harding during Mr. Harding's Presidency. Mr. Sharrock is a member of: Memorial Methodist Church; Oliver Lodge, Marion Chapter and Council of Masonry; Vera Chapter O. E. S. (past patron); Marion White Shrine of Jerusalem; Spanish-American War Veterans; and, V. F. W. Mr. Sharrock married, on Mar. 15, 1899, Ella V. Stanley. She died Nov. 1, 1934. There were four children: (1) Ruth (Sharrock) Johnson who died in April 1931. She had one son, Howard Eugene, who made his home with his grandparents. He served in the Army during World War II. (2) Ward L., of Tully Township. He married Lavern Gist and they had three children: Dorothy Jean, who died Feb. 28, 1946; Romalene; and, Robert L., Jr. (3') Eler, who was killed in an airplane accident in Delaware County in 1934. (4) Juanita (Sharrock) Phipps, of Galion. Mr. Sharrock married, [325] second, on Nov. 28, 1935, Maude (Lindsey) Chrissinger, of Marion. She has two children: (1) Donald Chrissinger who has two children: Donald, Jr., and Nancy Ann. (2) Elizabeth (Chrissinger) Russell, who has two daughters, Margaret Ann and Mary Louise. Mrs. Sharrock is a member of Memorial Methodist Church, Vera Chapter O. E. S., and Auxiliary to Spanish-American War Veterans. BRUCE CLYDE SNIDER, Superintendent of Chapel Heights Memory Gardens, was born Apr. 15, 1902, at Celina, Mercer County, son of David A. and Tabitha (Easter) Snider. His father was a farmer in Mercer and Highland counties. Mr. Snider attended school at Boston, 0., and graduated from high school at Hillsboro. He attended Marietta College three years and was associated with Goodyear Rubber Co. in Akron four years. He later was associated with Odd Fellows Hospital at Springfield before accepting his present position in 1936. He left to go into private business in 1940, returning to his present position Sept. 1, 1947. He is interested in fishing, hunting, gardening, golf, baseball, and other sports. On July 24, 1934, Mr. Snider married Mildred Louise MacGillivray who was born in Clark County, daughter of James Burton and Elizabeth (Jenkins) MacGillivray who were of Scotch-Welsh descent. Mrs. Snider is interested in collecting ironstone china and antiques. Children: James Bruce, born Feb. 13, 1941, and Ronald Kent, born June 14, 1945. The family resides at the Cathedral Home at Chapel Heights Memory Gar- dens and they are members of Trinity Baptist Church. JOHN FRANKLIN SAPPINGTON, owner of Sappington Co., was born in Big Island Township, Jan. 12, 1925, only child of Fred C. and Princess L. (Dutton) Sappington. His father is an electrician and plumber. His grandparents, John C. and Della (Coons) Sappington and Frank. and Caroline (Zeig) Dutton, were pioneer farmers in this county. John F. Sappington graduated from Morral High School and, after being employed in various positions in Marion, in 1946 he opened Sappington Co., letter shop, mail advertising, magazine agency and stationery supplies. He attends Trinity Baptist Church and is a member of Marion Chamber of Commerce. He collects phonograph records, postcards, and complete volumes of magazines as a hobby. WILLIAM H. GUY, owner of Guy Hardware in Marion, was born in England July 11, 1896, son of William J. Guy (see Index) and Eliza (Horton) Guy. Mr. Guy received his education in England and came to Marion with his parents in 1910. He was associated with Susquehanna Silk Mills until World War I during which he served with the 173rd Aero Squadron. After the war, he returned to Marion and became associated with his father in the hardware business. He is a member of St. Paul's Episcopal Church and Marion Lodge 70, Chapter, Council, Commandery and 32nd̊ of Masonry. On Mar. 11, 1920, Mr. Guy married Helen Gertrude Geddis who was born in Marion Sept. 11, 1899, daughter of O. E. and Lulu (Lawrence) Geddis. Mrs. Guy is a member of Epworth Methodist Church, Clionion Club, and Lydia Chapter O. E. S. Children: (1) William H. Jr., born [326] Dec. 18, 1920. He served four and one-half years with the Navy Air Force during World War II. He married Betty Jane Eckels and they have two children, Pamela Sue and James Ira. (2) Robert Lewis, born June 25, 1923. He married Lida Thomas and they have three children, Roberta Kay, Thomas Eugene, and Richard Lewis. (3) Francis Eugene, born July 21, 1927. He served one year during World War II with the Seabees. He married Mary Jane Ralph. (4) Marilyn Louise, born Oct. 19, 1932. She attended St. Louis School of Music and is now employed in the offices of Marion Power Shovel Co. All three sons of Mr. and Mrs. Guy are associated with their father in the hardware and implement business. PAUL LEON CLUTTER, farmer and stockman in Grand Prairie Township, was born in Marion June 1, 1900, son of Alfred E. and Dora B. (Doughty) Clutter, farmers in Scott Township. His maternal grandfather, Enoch Doughty, was a soldier in the Civil War. Mr. Clutter attended Scott Township schools and Marion Business College, and has since been a farmer and stockman. On Nov. 28, 1918, Mr. Clutter married Mary Edna Foos who was born in Scott Township Jan. 20, 1899, daughter of Elray E. and Della (Likens) Foos. Children: (1) Kensel E., born Dec. 31, 1919. He served with the U. S. Army Air Corps during World War II for forty-two months, and was released from service with the rank of captain. He now owns and operates a farm in Scott Township. (2) Willis E., born Jan. 13, 1922, a farmer in Scott Township. He married Betty Jane Radel, of Marion Township. (3) Twin sons born Aug. 1, 1924, who died in infancy. (4) Ivan Lamoyne, born Jan. 12, 1927, a farmer operating the farm belonging to his uncle, C. E. Clutter. (5) Geraldine (Jerry), born Apr. 15, 1929. She is associated with the Bell Telephone Co. in Marion. Mr. and Mrs. Clutter and family are members of Kirkpatrick Christian Church. They reside on County Road 26. MARY ELIZABETH FRYE MAUTZ was born in Crestline Dec. 29, 1883, daughter of William Elbridge and Sarah (Robinson) Frye. Her paternal ancestors were members of the Abraham Frye family who lived near the Monongahela River below Bellevernon, in Fallowfield Township, Washington County, Pa. The Frye family moved to western Pennsylvania about 1772. Mrs. Mautz' maternal grandmother, Eliza Rebecca (Mann) Robinson, was a sister of Horace Mann, the educator. Her maternal grandfather, Joseph T. Robinson, of Crestline, was a minister in the Christian Church in charge of rural churches in Ostrander, Bellepoint, and Marysville, and he also practiced medicine after attending Columbia University. Mrs. Mautz graduated from Crestline High School in 1902 and attended Oberlin Conservatory of Music, Class of 1906. She has always been active in music circles. She is a life member of Ohio Federation of Music Clubs (central district counselor ten years and now state counselor) and National Federation of Music Clubs. She has been affiliated with Lecture Recital Club more than twenty-five years and was counselor of Junior Lecture Recital Club ten years. She is staff assistant of Marion Chapter of Red Cross. She is a member of First Presbyterian Church, Auxiliary to American Legion (through her brother, Charles F.), D. A. R. [327] (through her ancestors, John DeVeney, John Turney, and Captain Andrew Mann), Advance Club, Town and Country Garden Club, and Shakespeare Study Club (organizing member). Her hobbies are arranging flowers, and collecting stamps and American loop glass. On Sept. 4, 1912, she married Harrison Jacob Mautz (see Index). They have one daughter, Elizabeth. She graduated from Oberlin College in 1936 with an A. B. degree and teachers' training certificate. She taught first grade at Garrettsville several years before her marriage to Robert R. Neill, of Chardon, a descendent of one of the old families of the Western Reserve. Mr. and Mrs. Neill have four children: Robert Harrison, John Mautz, William Allen, and Mary Elizabeth. HENRY A. KRIGBAUM, distributor for Pure Oil Co. in Marion, was born in Columbus Dec. 17, 1901, son of Stephen E. and Ellen (Ensminger) Krigbaum, natives of Muskingum County. Mr. Krigbaum graduated from Aquinas High School in Columbus in 1919, and from Ohio State University in 1923. He was then associated with Eureka Security F. & M. Insurance Co., a subsidiary of Pure Oil Co., for thirteen years. He then became zone credit manager with Pure Oil Co. in Cincinnati and district manager at Springfield before coming to Marion in January 1940. He is a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church, Knights of Columbus, Marion Country Club, Kiwanis Club (past president), and Marion Chamber of Commerce (past president). His hobbies are reading, golf, and other sports. On May 20, 1930, Mr. Krigbaum married Mary Angela Enneking of Fort Thomas, Ky., daughter of Henry and Angela (Widrig) Enneking. Mr. and Mrs. Krigbaum are the parents of eight children: Kevin, David, Angela, Mary Ellen, Lucille, Henry, Joseph, and Jane Ann. OWEN A. SIFRITT, Chief of Marion City Fire Department, was born Oct. 31, 1884, in Green Camp Township, the eldest of three sons of Owen L. and Ellen (Harper) Sifritt. His father was a native farmer of Marion County and his mother was a native of Franklin County. His brother, Paul E., is a Marion City fireman, and his brother, Wooster T., who died in 1948 was a salesman in Marion. Mr. Sifritt attended grade and high schools in Marion. On May 21, 1907, he became a city fireman and in 1915 he was appointed captain at Station Number 1. On Jan. 1, 1944, he was appointed Chief to succeed Thomas J. McFarland. Mr. Sifritt is the second Chief which the Marion Fire Department has had under the present system of Civil Service appointment, which was started in 1903. He is a member of Epworth Methodist Church, Elks, Moose (charter member), International Assn. of Fire Fighters, International Assn. of Fire Chiefs, Ohio Fire Chiefs Assn., and Kiwanis Club. His hobbies are hunting, fishing, and other sports. On June 24, 1906, he married Mamie K. Dreher who was born in Prospect, daughter of Frederick and Louise (Schock) Dreher. Mrs. Sifritt died Oct. 10, 1940. There is one daughter, Avonelle Marie who was born Aug. 12, 1928. She married Ervin Blackford of Marion, a Navy veteran of World War II. [328] FRANK HAROLD FRALICH, JR., Boys' Work Secretary of the Y. M. C. A. in Marion, was born Apr. 5, 1923, in Crawford County, son of Frank Harold and Mary (Zuck) Fralich who now reside in Marion. Mr. Fralich graduated from Harding High School and received his B. A. degree, magna cum laude, in 1947 from Ohio Wesleyan University where he was a member of Phi Beta Kappa, honorary, and Phi Delta Theta. He attended Graduate School at University of Michigan in 1948. For the past two years he has been associated with the Y. M. C. A. During World War II, he was in the Army Air Force four years as student and cadet instructor. He is a member of Kiwanis Club. Mr. Fralich married Marjorie Anne Schoonover, of Marion, daughter of Troy and Leona (Creasap) Schoonover. She attended Capital University and is a member of Eldorado Club, Child Conservation League, and Delta Beta Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi (president). Mr. and Mrs. Fralich are members of Epworth Methodist Church, 20-30 Dance Club, and Young Republicans Club. Children: Terry Alan, born July 7, 1946, and Deborah Anne, born Oct. 12, 1948. RAY C. HARPER, owner and manager of the Adding Machine and Typewriting Exchange in Marion and co-owner of H. & H. Industrial Roofers in Marion, was born in Wright, W. Va., June 4, 1916, son of Otto Lee and Pearl May (Hottle) Harper. His father, a native of Ohio, has been associated with Pollack Steel Co. in Marion for the past thirty-two years. His mother is a native of Virginia. Mr. Harper graduated from Harding High School in 1934, and became associated with the Adding Machine and Typewriter Exchange. In 1940, he moved to Erie, Pa., where he was associated with Means Business Equipment Co. In 1942, he returned to Marion and purchased the Adding Machine and Typewriter Exchange. During World War II, he served with the N. S. Navy and was stationed in Washington, D. C., in charge of maintenance of office equipment. He was honorably discharged from service in December 1945. He is affiliated with Trinity Baptist Church, and is a member of Marion 70 F. & A. M., Eagles, Moose, and Exchange Club. His hobbies are hunting and fishing. On July 4, 1940, he married Janet Lattimore, of Marion. She is a member of the Trinity Baptist Church and Lydia Chapter O. E. S. There are three children: Lynda Kae, born Nov. 19, 1942; Steven Ray, born Nov. 2, 1944; and, Michael J., born May 29, 1948. FRANK E. EDMONDSON, Production Manager for Osgood Co. in Marion, was born in Macclesfield, England, Sept. 8, 1884, son of John and Sarah (McLeod) Edmondson. Frank E. Edmondson received his education in England where he graduated from Blackburn Technical School in 1906. He came to America in November 1907 and settled in Pawtucket, R. I. In 1917, he entered the employment of the U. S. Government Ordnance Department as an accountant-at-large, coming to Marion in 1918 to close out the government contract with the Marion Steam Shovel Co., whose employ he entered in 1920 after resigning from his position with the government. He was in charge of factory accounting. In 1937, he resigned to accept the position which he now holds. He is a [329] member of First Presbyterian Church. He was formerly a member of the Marion Chamber of Commerce and of all bodies of Masonry. On Sept., 16, 1913, Mr. Edmondson married Gertrude Voysey who was born in Rochdale, England, Nov. 24, 1885, daughter of John and Hannah (Hollingworth) Voysey. She came to America with her parents in 1887 and settled in North Tiverton, R. I. Mrs. Edmondson is a member of First Presbyterian Church and Lydia Chapter O. E. S. Mr. and Mrs. Edmondson enjoy travel and baseball, football, and other sports. JOHN T. BOXWELL, M. D. specializing in surgery and obstetrics, started the practice of medicine in Prospect in 1931, opening an office in Marion in 1942. He maintains offices in both Marion and Prospect. Dr. Boxwell was born in Marion County Aug. 24, 1903, the younger son of Benjamin B. and Mary (Shannon) Boxwell. His father, who was born in Pennsylvania, spent most of his life farming in Prospect Township, and his mother was a native of Marion County. Dr. Boxwell attended Pleasant grade and high schools and graduated from the latter in 1921. He graduated from Wooster College in 1925 and from the University of Michigan School of Medicine in 1930. His internship was served in Grace Hospital, Detroit, Mich. He is a member of Alpha Kappa Kappa medical fraternity, Marion Academy of Medicine, Ohio and National Society of Medicine, First Presbyterian Church, Prospect Lodge F. & A. M., Marion Chapter, Council and Commandery of Masonry, Scioto Consistory, Prospect Chapter O. E. S., and Prospect Lions Club. On May 24, 1929, Dr. Boxwell married Berenice Cook, born in Gaylord, Mich., daughter of A. A. and Luella (Girdwood) Cook. Mrs. Boxwell is a graduate of the University of Michigan. She is a member of First Presbyterian Church, Prospect Chapter O. E. S., Prospect All Arts Club, and Auxiliary of the Marion Academy of Medicine. Children, Mary Luella, born in Detroit Nov. 7, 1930, and John T., Jr., born Nov. 16, 1935. The family resides on State Route 30, west of Marion. VERA MARGUERITE SELLS KOONS, teacher of music in Marion specializing in the accordian, was born in Prospect Mar. 10, 1895, only child of Pearl H. and Mildred (Eversole) Sells, both descendents of pioneer settlers of Marion County. Her father was deputy sheriff of Marion County two terms, deputy U. S. Marshall one year, court bailliff four years, and truant officer and superintendent of Marion school buildings, grounds, and janitors for twenty-two years. Her mother who is also a musician has served as a second reader of the First Church of Christ, Scientist, in Marion. Her maternal grandfather, John H. Eversole, served as a fife major during the Civil War. Mrs. Koons attended Marion schools and studied music under Maude Drake Inskeep. She has taught piano, accordian, and voice since 1921. She is a member of: First Church of Christ, Scientist, in Boston, Mass.; Lydia Chapter O. E. S., Marion White Shrine of Jerusalem and chorus for the Eastern Star and White Shrine; Three Arts Club (past president); and, Green Thumb Garden Club (president). For several years, she had an accordian band of seventeen pieces. Her hobbies are needlework and flower arrangements. [330] On Dec. 25, 1912, she married Amos H. Koons (Jack) who was born in Ontario, 0., Oct. 27, 1888, son of Abraham and Fanny (Mellott) Koons. He has been an Erie Railroad train dispatcher since 1912. He is a member of First Church of Christ, Scientist, in Boston, Marion Lodge 70 F. & A. M., Lydia Chapter O. E. S., Marion White Shrine of Jerusalem, and Elks. His hobbies are golf, bowling, boating and fishing. There is one daughter, Jane Eloise (Mrs. Walter Howard Bonsel), of Marion, who is an artist. She is a member of Eastern Star and White Shrine. HERMAN L. MAUTZ, farmer in Pleasant Township, was born Apr. 3, 1873, in Pleasant Township, son of John Frederick and Catherine (Behner) Mautz. His mother came with her parents from Wurttemberg, Germany, to Marion County when she was eight years of age. Mr. Mautz received his early education in the country school and has always been a farmer. He is a member of Emanuel Lutheran Church in Marion and Farm Bureau. He has been justice-of-the-peace for Pleasant Township since 1903. He has also served on the school board. On June 15, 1899, Mr. Mautz married Bertha Anna Hecker, of Prospect Township, daughter of Jacob and Catherine (Bender) Hecker. She is a member of Emanuel Lutheran Church. Children: (1) Paul H., born May 19, 1900. He received his Ph. D. degree in chemistry from Ohio State University and served in. S. A. T. C. during World War I. He is now associated with his father on the farm. (2) David S., born Oct. 3, 1902. He graduated from Ohio State University, majoring in civil engineering. He is a veteran of World War II. He married Edna Oborn, of Marion, and they have one son, David Herman. (3) Esther Ruth, born Nov. 2, 1904. She graduated from Western Reserve School of Nursing and studied a course in public health nursing. She was a public health nurse for the Government four years during World War II. She is now county health nurse. (4) Daniel Joseph, born May 30, 1906, who is associated with his father on the farm, specializing in growing potatoes and keeping bees. (5) Mary Magdalena, born July 17, 1910. She graduated from Capital University and taught school two years before attending General Hospital School of Nursing in Cincinnati. She is now head nurse on the surgical floor of University Hospital in Columbus. She also served in the U. S. Army Nurse Corps during World War II. The Herman L. Mautz family resides on State Route 23, south of Marion. FRANCIS J. VOLL, owner of Voll and Son Tailor Shop in Marion, was born in Marion Dec. 16, 1901, son of Joseph and Mary (Nulk) Voll. His father, a native of Staugeroth, Bavaria, Germany, came to America in 1890 and settled in Ohio, coming to Marion in 1893 where he worked in the tailoring shop of J. Strelitz & Sons Clothing Store. On Mar. 14, 1894, he opened his own tailor shop which he operated until 1940 when he retired and turned the business over to his son. Francis J. graduated from St. Mary's High School and became associated in business with his father. He is a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church and Knights of Columbus. On Nov. 20, 1935, he married Coletta McGrath who was born in Marion June 23, 1914, daughter of Thomas J. and Catherine (Madden) McGrath. Her father was associated with Huber [331] Manufacturing Co. fifty-three years, and about twenty-five years of that time he was a foreman. Mrs. Voll is a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church, Daughters of Isabella, Catholic Ladies of Columbia and Beta Study Club. Mr. and Mrs. Voll are the parents of three children: (1) Marilyn, born May 8, 1937. (2) Joseph, born Mar. 24, 1940. (3) Francis, born Dec. 25, 1943. ERNEST E. DRUMM, owner of E. E. Drumm Nash Sales in Marion, was born in Delaware County Sept. 8, 1906, son of Alva Eugene and Etta Jane (Everett) Drumm. His father was a farmer in Delaware and Union counties. His paternal grandfather, George W. Drumm, who was a soldier in the Civil War, was a pioneer settler of Union County where he cleared about five hundred acres of timber land for farming. Mr. Drumm attended grade school in Marion and high school in Richwood. He was associated with Pollak Steel Co. in Marion two years. He then was employed by Goodyear Rubber Co. in Akron ten years, returning to Marion in 1937 to engage in the automobile business. He became a Nash dealer in 1945 and, in 1946, he built the building where he is now in business. He attends Calvary Evangelical United Brethren Church, and is a member of Elks, Marion Country Club, Marion Chamber of Commerce, and county, state and national Automobile Dealers associations. His hobbies are golf, baseball, football and other sports. On May 11, 1926, he married Ruth Irene Pierce who was born in Union County, daughter of Melvin and Lottie (Grandstaff) Pierce. She is a member of Calvary Evangelical United Brethren Church. There is one son, James Michael, born Mar. 30, 1945. WALTER J. GRUMBLATT, owner of Midtown Chevrolet Co. in Marion, was born in Erie, Pa., Dec. 21, 1901, son of Theobald and Martha (Lindsey) Grumblatt. His father died when Walter J. was fourteen years of age. Mr. Grumblatt attended John Marshall grade school and Erie Central High School, after which he attended Detroit Institute of Technology two years and Detroit College of Law three years. He then worked one year for Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, two years for Detroit Steel Products Co., six months for Alemite Corp., and in 1930, he established a commercial collections office in Detroit which he conducted until 1932. At that time, he became associated with General Motors Corp., as parts and accessories representative for Chevrolet Motor Division in Cincinnati. He was subsequently transferred to Columbus for one year, to Huntington, W. Va., for one year, to Grand Rapids, Mich., for two years, to Marquette, Mich., for two years, and to Upper Penninsula, Mich., where he was district manager. He resigned from General Motors in 1939, when he came to Marion to take over Midtown Chevrolet Co. He is a member of First Presbyterian Church, Kiwanis Club, Marion Country Club, and Marion Lodge 70, Council, Chapter and Commandery of Masonry. He is also a member of Rockwell Trout Club. His hobbies are golf and movie photography. On Oct. 12, 1935, he married Clairbel Freyling of Grand Rapids, daughter of Dr. Robert N. Freyling and Catherine (Boerema) Freyling. [332] Mrs. Grumblatt was born Jan. 13, 1913. She graduated from Calvin College and taught school for a few years prior to her marriage. She is a member of First Presbyterian Church. There are two sons, David Lomard, born Mar. 11, 1943, and Michael Walter, born Nov. 29, 1947. HARRISON JACOB MAUTZ, retired owner and manager of Mautz Hardware Store in Marion, was born Dec. 18, 1878, in Richland Township. His father, Jacob Mautz, was born in Buck County, Pa. and came to Pleasant Township with his parents in a covered wagon in 1834. His mother, Margaret (Buehler) Mautz, daughter of Christian F. Buehler, was a native of Galion. His grandfather, Gottleib Mautz, came to America from Nelligen, Wurttemberg, Germany. Mr. Mautz attended Marion High School and Delaware Business College. He was in the real estate business for two years and in Marion National Bank for nine years before entering the hardware business in 1910. He is a member of: First Presbyterian Church; Marion Lodge 70, Chapter, Council and Commandery of Masonry; Marion Rotary Club; Marion Chamber of Commerce; Ohio Hardware Assn.; and Marion Country Club. On Sept. 4, 1912, Mr. Mautz married Mary Elizabeth Frye (see Index). Mr. and Mrs. Mautz have one daughter, Elizabeth (Mrs. Robert R. Neill), of Chardon, who has four children: Robert Harrison, John Mautz, William Allen, and Mary Elizabeth. WILLIAM B. THOMAS, educator and writer, was born Apr. 14, 1906, in Prospect Township, son of Orin Ellsworth and Ruth (Howald) Thomas. His father was a farmer in Prospect Township. His grandfather, William B. Thomas, a native of Delaware County, first came to Marion County in 1849. After two periods of residence in California, during which he engaged in gold mining, he returned with his family to Marion County where he farmed in Claridon Township and later in Prospect Township on the farm on the west bank of the Scioto which has since remained the family home. William B. Thomas graduated from Prospect High School and received his B. A. degree from Ohio State University in 1929. He received his M. A. degree from the University of Maryland in 1931. He was an instructor of English at the University of Maryland, University of Kansas, and Ohio State University. From 1941 to 1945 he was associated with Beech Aircraft Corp. in Wichita, Kans. In 1945 he returned to Ohio. He is now a member of the Department of English in General Motors Institute of Technology in Flint, Mich. He is author of articles in newspapers and magazines and collects rare books and first editions. On July 18, 1935, Mr. Thomas married Vera Moren, of Kansas, a graduate of the University of Kansas. She died Nov. 18, 1948. EMMA L. WOLFORD TAYLOR, widow of Dr. Joel B. Taylor who was a physician and surgeon in Marion, was born in Green Camp Township June 9, 1862, daughter of J. G. and Eliza (Gebhardt) Wolford. Her father came to America from Germany at the age of two with his parents who settled in Marion County. Mrs. Taylor atended schools in Green [333] Camp and Marion and taught school for one year prior to her marriage, on Feb. 23, 1882, to Dr. Joel B. Taylor. Dr. Taylor was born Dec. 6, 1846, at Norton, Delaware County, son of Elam and Mary Ann (Glaze) Taylor. During the Civil War, Elam Taylor and four of his sons served in the Ohio Volunteer Infantry. The sons were Adam H., George Albert who died as a result of illness while a prisoner-of-war, Henry Walter, and Joel B. who enlisted in 1863 and served as a bugler. After his return from the Army, Joel B. studied medicine with Dr. E. H. Hyatt of Delaware County and attended Columbus Medical College in 1878 and 1879, thereafter continuing his studies under Dr. Hyatt until 1880 when he returned to college and graduated in 1881. He practiced at Green Camp, Broadway, and Marysville before coming to Marion in 1900. He practiced here from 1900 until his death, June 14, 1924. He was a member of the Masons, Elks, Knights of Pythias, and I. O. O. F. Mrs. Taylor is a member of Trinity Baptist Church, Church circles, Lydia Chapter Number 83 0. E. S. (past matron), Past Matrons Circle, Auxiliary to Marion County Academy of Medicine, Current Topics Club, and White Shrine of Jerusalem (charter). Children: (1) Arvilla Blanche who died in infancy. (2) Mayme Alberto (Mrs. Clifford Gooding) of Marion. (3) Hazel Lillian (Mrs. Harry Merchant) of Marion. She has one son, Dr. Frederick Merchant (see Index). (4) Col. Auguste Rhu of Chicago who married Estelle Taylor of Louisville, Ky. They have one daughter, Nancy Jane (Mrs. Lyon D. Evans), who has one son, Lyon D., Jr. PAUL D. MICHEL, attorney in Marion, was born in Waldo Apr. 11, 1903, son of George F. and Grace M. (Donithen) Michel. His father, a veteran of the Spanish-American War, was manager of the telephone company in Waldo for many years. His maternal grandfather, Alfred Donithen, was a soldier in the Civil War. Mr. Michel graduated from Ohio Northern University with A. B. and LL. B. degrees and was admitted to the Bar in 1929. At that time, he came to Marion and entered the law firm of Donithen and Donithen, which was later changed to Donithen and Michel and is now Donithen, Michel and Davis. He served as prosecuting attorney for Marion County from 1935 to 1940. He is a member of St. Paul's Episcopal Church and Ohio State and Marion County Bar associations. Mr. Michel married Esther Kent, of Montpelier. There are three children: Theodore K., born Jan. 8, 1929; Suzanne, born Mar. 13, 1934; and, Janet, born Feb. 8, 1936. ARTHUR LOUIS HAAS, General Secretary of Marion Y. M. C. A., was born Sept. 26, 1916, in Springfield, 0., son of Louis L. Haas, a native of Hamilton County, and Anna (Schenk) Haas who was born in Wittenberg, Germany. Mr. Haas attended Miami University and graduated from Wittenberg College. He later studied at George Williams University in Chicago. He has been in Y. M. C. A. work about seven years and accepted his present position in Marion Aug. 1, 1949. He served with the U. S. Navy four [334] years during World War II and was released from duty as a lieutenant, which rank he holds on reserve status. He is a member of the Presbyterian church, Rotary Club, Masons, General Secretaries Assn., Jr. Chamber of Commerce, and Y Men's Club. On Feb. 14, 1942, Mr. Haas married Mary E. Schmitt, of Springfield, daughter of Fred and Edith (Fenner) Schmitt. She attended Capital University and is a member of First Presbyterian Church. Mr. and Mrs. Haas are the parents of two children, Kipley and Kurt. JOHN W. DOWLER, partner in Mail-Me-Monday in Marion, was born in Marion on Jan. 18, 1902, son of Mr. and Mrs. William Dowler (see Index). Mr. Dowler attended Marion public schools and graduated from Marion High School and Ohio Wesleyan University. For about four years, he worked in the banking business and from 1929 until 1932 he was an accountant for Marion Steam Shovel Company. He then was associated with State of Ohio Division of Building & Loans for three years, with Federal Home Loan Bank for one and one-half years, and with E. W. Wood as a certified public accountant for one and one-half years. He then was secretary of Arro Expansion Bolt Co. until 1948, at which time he, with G. C. McCraight, opened their accounting service, Mail-MeMonday. He is a member of Epworth Methodist Church, Kiwanis Club, Marion and State of Ohio Chamber of Commerce associations, Marion Country Club and Phi Gamma Delta Fraternity. He is interested in sports and enjoys playing golf. On July 7, 1934, Mr. Dowler married Helen G. Deal, daughter of James A. and Eva (Black) Deal. Her father was Marion County Sheriff for several years. Mrs. Dowler graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University. She is a member of Chi Omega Sorority, Epworth Methodist Church, Marion Country Club, Pan Hellenic, Literary Arts Club, Art Club, and Marion Assn. of University Women. HOWARD RAYMOND GEER, President of Anthony Laundry Co. in Marion, was born in Marion Oct. 24, 1904, only child of F. Ray Geer (see Index) and Ida (Lotze) Geer. Mr. Geer attended Marion schools and graduated from Harding High School in 1922 and from Ohio Wesleyan University in 1926 with an A. B. degree. He is a member of Phi Kappa Psi and was president of the fraternity in 1925-26. After graduation from college, Mr. Geer became associated with his father in Anthony Laundry Co. and has been president since 1945. He is a member of Epworth Methodist Church, Kiwanis Club, Marion Chamber of Commerce, and Marion Country Club. His hobbies are photography and gardening. On Jan. 29, 1927, Mr. Geer married Ruth Jemison, of Cincinnati, who was born in Lawrence County Aug. 10, 1901, daughter of Rev. and Mrs. D. H. Jemison. Her father has been a minister in the Methodist Church for fifty years. Mrs. Geer attended University of Cincinnati and graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University in 1924 and was a member of Chi Omega Sorority. She taught school two years prior to her marriage. She is a member of Epworth Methodist Church (superintendent of Junior Department of Church School), Round Table Literary Club, Town and Country Garden Club, Pan Hellenic, Marion Assn. of University Women, and [335] Marion Country Club. Children: (1) John Howard, born in Cincinnati Feb. 5, 1933. (2) Mary Jemison, born in Cincinnati Sept. 11, 1941. HAROLD EARL BONECUTTER, who is associated with Fulfillment Corp. of America in a supervisory capacity, was born in Marion Aug. 19, 1920, only child of Everett E. and Helen (Cox) Bonecutter. His father has been an engineer for the Erie Railroad for more than thirty years. Mr. Bonecutter graduated from Harding High School and from Indiana University, where he was a member of Lambda Chi Alpha. He also attended Kent State University. He served three years during World War II as a commissioned officer in the U. S. Navy. He is a member of Sales Ad Club and Reserve Officers Assn. (vice president). On June 7, 1943, he married Jeanne Ellen Dixon who was born in Marion Feb. 28, 1923, daughter of Homer L. and Austie (Quay) Dixon. Mrs. Bonecutter graduated from Harding High School and attended Indiana University. She is a member of Mid-Century Club (charter) and Exemplar Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi. Mr. and Mrs. Bonecutter are members of First Presbyterian Church. They are the parents of two children, Deborah Ann, born Dec. 13, 1944, and Harold Earl, Jr., born Feb. 18, 1947. ROY CAREY HOLDRIDGE, real estate dealer in Marion and farmer in Salt Rock Township, was born in Livingston County, Ill., Aug. 16, 1886, son of Harry A. and Sarah F. (Carey) Holdridge, who were farmers. Mr. Holdridge graduated from high school in Saunemin, Ill., and from Dakota Wesleyan University at Mitchell, S. D., where he was an associate instructor. He was sales manager for Dakota Improved Seed Co. at Mitchell for two years prior to coming to Marion County where he became a farmer and breeder of Percheron horses. Since 1920, he has been a real estate dealer in Marion except for thirteen years during which he was farm manager for Continental Illinois National Bank and Trust Co. of Chicago. He is a member of Epworth Methodist Church, Grand Prairie Grange and Marion County Farm Bureau. On Feb. 22, 1912, he married Lillian M. Johnston, of South Dakota, daughter of Edward S. and Nellie E. (Haynes) Johnston. She is a member of Epworth Methodist Church, W. S. C. S., and Kings Daughters. Children: (1) Catherine F. (Mrs. Forest Loudenslager (see Index). (2) Helen C., of Cambridge, Ill. She married Rev. Walter Thiabald and they have three children, Nancy Joy, Stephen Bruce, and Lou Anne. (3-) Melissa Jane, of Sault Ste. Marie, Mich. She married James C. Myers, athletic director at Michigan Tech. Annex. They have two sons, James H. and Douglas C. (4) Jean, of Pittsboro, N. C. She married Thomas L. Reeves, a farmer and livestock breeder. ARTHUR B. CREASAP was born Dec. 8, 1910, in Marion, son of Virgil A. and Rose (Stalder) Creasap. He graduated from Harding High School in 1928 and learned the electrician trade with United Electric Co. He was associated with Susquehanna Silk Mill for two years and with Marion Steam Shovel Co. for two years. In 1932 he traveled with a vaudeville circuit. From 1941 to 1944 he was foreman for Wadeford Electric Co. at Scioto Ordnance Plant. He opened A. B. Creasap Electric [336] Construction and Repair in 1944. This business later merged with United Electric, with which Mr. Creasap is now associated. He is a member of: Calvary Evangelical United Brethren Church; Marion Lodge 70, Chapter, Council, and Commandery of Masonry; Kadgar Grotto; Lydia Chapter O. E. S. (past patron); Marion White .Shrine of Jerusalem (past watchman of shepherds); Exchange Club; National Assn. of Motor Repair Shops; and, Marion Chamber of Commerce. He is interested in the theater and he writes and directs local minstrels. His hobbies are golf, fishing, skating, and other sports. On Jan, 23, 1937, Mr. Creasap married Alice Shelton who was born in Marion Aug. 7, 1914, daughter of William H. and Lounette (Welch) Shelton. She is a graduate of Harding High School. She is a member of Calvary Evangelical United Brethren Church, Lydia Chapter O. E. S. (Noble Prophetess), Marion White Shrine of Jerusalem, and White Shrine Patrol Team. She is interested in music, lodge work, golf, and other sports. Children: Marilyn Lounette, born Dec. 15, 1937, Rose Marie, born Dec. 1, 1943, and Arthur B., Jr., born Jan. 23, 1949. HARRY A. HALL, general farmer and stockman in Salt Rock Township, was born Jan. 10, 1885, in Wyandot County, son of J. Marvin and Louisa (Roszman) Hall, natives of Wyandot County who moved to Marion County about 1889 where they farmed. His grandfathers, Benjamin Hall and Philip Roszman, were soldiers during the Civil War. Mr. Hall attended the Hedge one-room school and has always been a farmer. He is affiliated with the Methodist Church and is a member of Marion County Fair Board and Knights of Pythias. He helped organize and is now a director of Rural Electric Cooperative Assn. He has been township trustee for many years. He resides on County Rd. 25, Sect. C, southwest of Morral. On Mar. 9, 1907, Mr. Hall married Jennie E. Hogan. She died Dec. 3, 1944. JOHN MATHEW BRAY was born in Marion Aug. 8, 1898, only child of John Patrick and Catherine (Dwyer) Bray. His maternal grandfather, Mathew Dwyer, came from Ireland and settled in Marion in a log cabin on Mark Street and Dwyer Lane (now Grand Avenue). This log cabin is still standing. His paternal grandfather, John Patrick Bray, came from Ireland and settled on Elm Street in Marion. Mr. Bray attended St. Mary's School and later learned the plumbing trade with Probst Bros. Supply Co. in Marion and has followed the plumbing trade since 1917. On Mar. 1, 1946, he opened his own plumbing shop in Marion. He is a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church, Knights of Columbus, Holy Name Society. On June 14, 1927, Mr. Bray married Anna E. Quinne, of Vinton County. She is a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church. Children: John Patrick, born Aug. 6, 1928; Paul Francis, born Apr. 2, 1930; Mary Threi, born Sept. 15, 1932; Joanne, born July 30, 1934; James E., born May 4, 1937; and, Rita Marie, born Aug. 16, 1940. JOHN E. DUTTON, formerly mayor of New Bloomington and retired rural mail carrier, was born in Marion County May 21, 1877, son [337] of William Guthery and Delilah (Godfrey) Dutton. His father was of Scotch-Irish lineage, and his mother was of Dutch descent. Mr. Dutton attended schools in Marion County and New Bloomington. He then taught school for several years. In 1905, he was appointed rural mail carrier, which position he held until his retirement in 1931. He served four terms as mayor of New Bloomington. He is a member of: LaRue Lodge F. & A. M., all degrees of York Rite Masonry in Marion, and Scioto Consistory (32nd̊); American Legion; 40 et 8; and, Spanish-American War Veterans. He served with Co. C of Marion during the Spanish-American War and in the Army during World War I as a lieutenant in the infantry. His hobby is collecting antiques and guns. On Aug. 5, 1900, Mr. Dutton married Bertha M. Eager who was born in Marion County Aug. 16, 1880, daughter of William N. and Ida (Yoakum) Eager. Children: (1) Mercedes Iona, who died May 17, 1948. (2) Harry Roy, of New Bloomington. He married, first, Dorra Dall, who died Jan. 7, 1942. They had four children: Edwin Gene, a U. S. Army veteran of World War II; Clair Eldon; Richard Lee; Phyllis Ann. Harry R. married, second, Madeline De Haven. (3) William Ervin, of Marion. He married Juanita Manley and they have two sons, Robert Wendel and Vance. BERTRAM GOODMAN, orthodontist in Marion, was born in Columbus Oct. 28, 1919, son of George and Dora (Lieberman) Goodman, natives of Poland. Dr. Goodman graduated from South High School in Columbus and from Ohio State University College of Dentistry with a D. D. S. in 1944. He then served in the U. S. Army Dental Corps during World War II. In 1945, he commenced the general practice of dentistry in Columbus and, later, in 1945, he attended the Dewey School of Orthodontia in New York City. After his graduation, he came to Marion. He is a member of Congregation of Israel, Lions Club, Alpha Omega fraternity, and County, State, and American Dental associations. His hobbies are golf, tennis, and other sports. On Oct. 28, 1945, Dr. Goodman married Eve Schulman, of Elizabeth, N. J. She is a graduate of the College of Education at Ohio State University. There is one son, Malcolm Lee, born in Marion, Dec. 5, 1948. HARRY DAVID KEY, retired farmer, stockman, and cattle feeder, was born in Claridon Township July 8, 1892, son of Miller L. and Elizabeth (Smith) Key, natives of Claridon Township. His grandparents, Henry and Martha (Wittred) Key, came to America from England immediately after their marriage, settling in Claridon Township. Harry David Key attended grade school in Claridon Township and Normal School in Wooster. He was a farmer in Claridon, Grand Prairie, and Salt Rock townships until his retirement in 1943. He is a member of the Methodist Church in Claridon. On Apr. 8, 1917, he married Cora Belle Pfeiffer who was born Dec. 22, 1896, in Morrow County, daughter of William F. and Caroline Pfeiffer, natives of Morrow County. She is a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church. Children: (1) Betty, born Mar. 16, 1922, who married Lowell Donald Cook, a farmer in Claridon Township who is an Air Corps veteran of [338] World War II. They have two children, Patricia Lynn and Ronald Allen. (2) Helen, born Sept. 24, 1925, who married Hugh Johnston, a farmer in Claridon Township. He is an Army veteran of World War II. There are two children, Carol Ann and Stevon. (3) Robert Eugene, born Apr. 24, 1928, who is a farmer in Claridon Township. (4) Richard David, born June 23, 1930, who was accidentally killed while hunting Nov. 20, 1942. Harry David Key has one brother, Miller S. Key (see Index), and two sisters, Mrs. Eichhorn (see Index) and Mrs. Roscoe Retterer. Mr. and Mrs. Key and son, Robert, reside at 650 Mt. Vernon Ave. in Marion. OTTO MALO, partner in Malo Brothers & Sons scrap iron business in Marion, was born in Columbus Feb. 18, 1884, the oldest of eight children of Philip and Catherine (Spohn) Malo. His parents were born in Rocheinhausen Rheinland Pfalz, Germany, came to America and, after a brief stay in Columbus, settled in Morral where they owned and operated a general store. After the death of his wife, Philip Malo moved to Marion in 1899 and started the scrap iron business which he and his sons conducted until his death in December 1918. The business was then taken over by Mr. Malo's three sons, Otto, Walter Grover (see Index), and Hugo (see Index) . They now own and operate plants in Marion, Galion, and Mansfield. There is one sister, Lena (Maio) Klehm, who, with Mr. Klehm, operates the Galion plant. Otto Malo received his early education in the Morral schools. At an early age he started to work with his father in the business which he has made his life career. He is affiliated with the German Reformed Church. He is a member of Lodge 32 B. P. O. Elks and Kosciusko Lodge I.O.O.F. His hobbies are fishing, woodworking, and sports. On July 6, 1906, Mr. Malo married Mary Mallahy who was born in Springfield Oct. 25, 1885, the youngest of ten children of John and Mary (Welch) Mallahy, both of whom were born in Ireland. Mrs. Malo is affiliated with the German Reformed Church. She is a member of the D. of A., Rebekah Lodge, and Macabee Lodge. Children: (1) Hugo Leroy, born Feb. 27, 1910, a partner in Malo Brothers & Sons. He married Louise Kern and they have four children, Hugo L., Jr., a graduate of Harding High School, Joseph K., Thomas Lynn, and Mary Anna. (2) Lena Nelda (Maio) Owens, born Aug. 7, 1912. She has one son, Otto Eugene. (3) Catherine May, born Jan. 12, 1915. She married Carl Wiseman, owner of Commercial Scrap Iron business in Mansfield. They have two sons, Philip and Richard. (4) Alma Viola, born June 19, 1919. She married William J. Smith, a farmer in Pleasant Township, and they have four children, Sharon Dianne, William, David Joseph, and Mary Jane. (5) Mary Jane, born Feb. 2, 1925, died Apr. 29, 1933. (6) Minnie Alice, born May 29, 1926. She married Charles Z. Carr, a farmer in Green Camp Township, and they have two children, Larry Charles and Cinthia Lou. G. VERNER MILLER, Director of Physical Education at Marion Y. M. C. A., was born in Rochester, N. Y., Oct. 2, 1922, son of Rev. T. C. Miller and Jessie (Aikman) Miller. His father has been a minister in New [339] York City, Boston, Brooklyn, Pittsburgh, and Newark, N. J., and he is now in Christian and Missionary Alliance in Scranton, Pa. Mr. Miller graduated from Taylor University in 1943 and received his master degree from Springfield College in Massachusetts in 1947. He taught physical education in the public schools of Buffalo one year and then accepted his position with the Y. M. C. A. in Marion. During World War II, he was a first lieutenant in the Marine Corps, serving three and one-half years, with more than two years of that time spent in the South Pacific. He retains his commission in the Marines on a reserve status. He is a member of: Lions Club; American Assn. for Health, Physical Education, and Recreation; Ohio Assn. Y. M. C. A. Secretaries; Marion Recreational Softball Commission (secretary); Mid-Ohio Basketball Officials Assn. (secretary); and, Northern Ohio Y. M. C. A. Aquatic Council. He attends Trinity Baptist Church. In April 1946, Mr. Miller married Dorothy Elaine Hislop, of Buffalo, daughter of Frank and Aleen (Thatcher) Hislop. She graduated from Taylor University and is a member of the Baptist church and Business and Professional Women's Club. DELLA MARTIN MORRAL was born Nov. 21, 1876, in Marion County, daughter of John B, and Sarah (May) Martin. When Mrs. Morral was two and one-half years old, she came to Morral with her parents and she has lived on the same street since that time. Her maternal grandmother, Elizabeth Thomas, came from Maryland and settled in this county. Mrs. Morral is a charter member of Morral Methodist Church and has taught the beginners' class of the church school more than fifty years. On Apr. 24, 1895, she married William W. Morral. Mr. Morral was born in Wyandot County Apr. 16, 1868, son of Samuel and Margaret (Harmon) Mortal. He was a member of the firm of Morral Brothers who were inventors and manufacturers of the Morral green corn cutting machine, husking machine, field corn husker and numerous other inventions for farm use. On May 17, 1942, Mr. Morral received the Honorary Doctor of Engineering degree from Ohio Northern University. He was noted for his benevolence and his charitable activities in the county, in the Children's Home in Worthington, in Flower Hospital at Toledo, in Good Will Industry at Toledo, and in Ohio Northern University. He was a charter member of Morral Methodist Church. He died Apr. 9, 1944. Mrs. Morral is interested in farming and she resides on the southeast corner of West and Center Streets in Morral. GEORGE WORLINE MYERS, farmer in Pleasant Township, was born Jan. 3, 1881, on the farm where he now resides which was purchased by his father, John Wesley, in 1873. At the site of the present house, stood Rupp Tavern which took care of wagon trains transporting grain from Columbus to Toledo. His grandfather, John R. Myers, came from Virginia by covered wagon to a farm near Lynn Station. His paternal great-great. grandfather, Daniel Worline, was one of the first settlers of this county. George W. Myers' mother, Irene (Turney) Myers, was a flower girl at the ceremony when the body of Abraham Lincoln was taken to lie in state [340] at the Capitol House at Columbus. His aunt, Helen E. (Turney) Moses, was National Corresponding Secretary of Christian Women's Board of Missions and was editor of "The Missionary Tidings." His maternal greatgreat-great-grandfather, Daniel I. Turney, was a son of one of three French Huguenot brothers forced to flee France in 1668. His maternal great-great-grandfather, John Turney, served in the American Revolution. Mr. Myers graduated from Marion High School in 1900 and farmed for several years. He then became chief accountant for Huber Manufacturing Co. In 1931 he returned to the farm. He is a member of Epworth Methodist Church, and Marion Lodge 70, Chapter, Council and Commandery (past commander) of Masonry. On Oct. 19, 1916, he married Ermel Blow, of Marion, who was born in Marseilles, daughter of Z. Taylor and Minnie (Waitley) Blow. Her paternal grandfather, Edward Enderby Blow, came from Lincolnshire, England, in 1842, and settled in Grand Prairie Township. Her paternal grandmother, Mahala (Gillispie) Blow, was of English lineage. Her maternal grandfather, John C. Waitley, a veteran of the Civil War, came to Morrow County from Pennsylvania and married Lavina Page whose ancestors founded Pagetown. Mrs. Myers attended Ypsilanti College and taught school twelve years in Marion city and county schools before her marriage. She is a member of Epworth Methodist Church, Advance Club (past president), and Mothers Singers (honorary). She collects antiques, among which are numerous tables. Mr. and Mrs. Myers' hobby is raising Cocker Spaniels. Children: (1) Merlin Turney who died in 1920 at the age of two and one-half. (2) Theodore B., born Mar. 4, 1920. He received his B. S. degree and his M. A. degree in entomology from Ohio State University and is now an instructor at Capital University. He served during World War II as a lieutenant (j. g.) in the Communications Dept. of the Navy, and was on the staff of Admiral A. G. Noble. He married Mary Jane Bond, of Montgomery, W. Va. BENJAMIN HENRY NOBLET, owner of Noblets Cafeteria in Marion, in partnership with Mrs. Noblet and their son, Deane, was born in Whetstone Township, Crawford County, Sept. 17, 1868, son of John and Hannah E. (Morgan) Noblet. Mr. Noblet attended school at New Winchester. He was a farmer before coming to Marion where he has been in the restaurant business more than thirty years. On Jan. 3, 1897, he married Bertha May Shaffstall, who was born in Wyandot County, Apr. 8, 1877, daughter of Josiah and Alice (Smith) Shaffstall. Mrs. Noblet has been associated, through the years, with Mr. Noblet in the restaurant business. They are interested in flower gardening and fishing. Their son, Deane, was born May 6, 1901. He is now managing the cafeteria business. He has three children: (1) Thurman, a veteran of World War II, having served in the U. S. Army for four years. He married Sylvia Post and they have two sons, Eric Dale and Stephen Deane. (2) Audrey (Mrs. John E. Kleder). She has two children, Cheryl Ann and John E. Deane. (3) Gloria, a student in Lansing, Mich. WILLIAM PHILIP PHEASANT, superintendent of Keramos Inc., manufacturers of drain tile in Morral, was born in Marion May 17, 1916, [341] son of John F. and Florence (Moore) Pheasant. His father was a teamster in Marion for many years. Mr. Pheasant graduated from Broadway and Raymonds high schools. He was a farmer, a truckman, and later was employed by Huber Manufacturing Co. before entering the Army Air Corps during World War IL He spent forty-three months on active duty, ten months of which were spent in the Pacific Area. After being honorably discharged from the Army, in December 1945, he accepted his present position. He is affiliated with the Methodist Church. On May 17, 1941, he married Lucile M. Mummey who was born in Marysville Mar. 4, 1913, daughter of Elzie and Jennie (Yoder)Mummeyy. She is a member of Morral Methodist Church. Children: William Philip, Jr., born Feb. 9, 1945, Michael Duanne, born Mar. 18, 1947, and Georgette Elizabeth, born May 2, 1950. HERMAN L. RINEHART, councilman for the Third Ward in Marion and steelworker at Pollack Steel Co., was born Dec. 17, 1910, in Steam Corners, Morrow County, youngest child in a family of eleven children of Clement L. and Essie J. (McClurg) Rinehart. His father was a farmer in Morrow County. Mr. Rinehart attended school in Iberia and Martel and graduated from Martel High School in 1931. He farmed four years before coming to Marion in December 1935, since which date he has been associated with Pollack Steel Co., except for five months during World War II when he worked at Marion Engineer Depot. He was elected councilman for the Third Ward in 1947. He is a member of United Brethren Church and C. I. 0., being treasurer of Pollack Steel Co. Local 2721 U. S. of A. His hobby is hunting. On June 5, 1938, Mr. Rinehart married Hilda Smith who was born in Caledonia Nov. 23, 1914, daughter of Fred W. and Laura E. (Foos) Smith. She is a member of United Brethren Church and Roosevelt Auxiliary A. F. of L. There is one daughter, Nancy Jean, born Jan. 3, 1943. ROBERT LLOYD RUHLMAN was born in Akron May 28, 1918, son of L. Earl and Maxine Mae (Newell) Ruhlman. His father is a field erector for Fairfield Engineering Co. in Marion. Mr. Ruhlman attended grade and high schools in Marion. He was associated with his father, first in Ruhlman and Smith Food Products Co., and later, in Ruhlman and Son Coal Co. He was employed by the Marion Power Shovel Co. from 1940 until 1945, when he entered the Army with which he served thirteen months, seven months of which were spent in Japan. After being honorably discharged from the Army, he became associated with Singer Sewing Machine Co. in Marion as assistant manager. He became manager in October 1947 and in 1949 he was transferred as manager to Ravenna. On June 18, 1936 he married Helen Maxine Jolley of Marion, daughter of Virgil A. and Ethel (Davis) Jolley. Children: Nancy Dow, born Mar. 31, 1937; Barbara Elaine, born Nov. 12, 1938; and Linda May, born May 21, 1947. WILLIAM LE ROY MIDLAM, retired farmer, mechanic, brick manufacturer and apiarist, was born Nov. 9, 1866, at Upper Sandusky, son [342] of Oscar W. and Phoebe Jane (Sherwood) Midlam. Mr. Midlam attended Upper Sandusky schools and in 1883 came to Marion where he was associated with his uncle, John Midlam, in manufacturing bricks on the present site of Midlam Ave. In 1893, he and his brother-in-law, C. Edgar Carner, became co-owners of the brickyards which they moved to the south part of Marion. Mr. Midlam's home is now located on this site, at the corner of South Prospect St. and Carner Ave. which was laid out and named at the time the brickyards were discontinued. Mr. Midlam then became a mechanic with Huber Manufacturing Co. for three years and with Marion Steam Shovel for twenty-three years, after which he purchased a farm in Claridon Township which he farmed ten years. He then retired and returned to Marion. He has been an apiarist sixty-five years. On Sept. 9, 1893, Mr. Midlam married Maggie B. Carver who was born at Upper Sandusky Sept. 10, 1867, daughter of Daniel and Mary (Martin) Carver, natives of Pennsylvania. Mr. and Mrs. Midlam are members of Calvary Evangelical United Brethren Church. Children: (1) Vera (Mrs. John Endicott) who has four children: Virginia; Edwin L., a U. S. Army veteran of World War II; Marilyn; and, John M. (2) C. LeRoy. He married, first, Mona Zuspan, who died in 1941. They had two children: Robert L., who has one daughter, Christina; and, Donna Ruth (Mrs. Harold Jenkins) who has a daughter, Karin. He married, second, Mary Grubaugh and they have a son, Dennis LeRoy. (3) Delta N. who has been a stenographer at Pollack Steel Co. for about twenty-five years. (4) Helen who died at the age of one year. (5) Elma F. (Mrs. Paul Drake) who has one son, P. Dean. (6) Walter who died at eighteen. (7) Ruth (Mrs. John Drollinger). (8) Dorothy (Mrs. Howard Lehner). (9) Winifred (Mrs. Okey J. Pickens). She has a son by a previous marriage, Ray Harruff. ROBERT YEAGER SMITH was born in Marion July 11, 1906, son of Edwin E. and Laura H. (Hemphill) Smith. He graduated from Harding High School and attended the University of Cincinnati and Ohio State University. He then was associated with Buckeye Cotton Oil Co. in Jackson, Miss., and Atlanta, Ga. In 1930 he returned to Marion and became associated with Smith Mattress Co. which was founded by his great-grandfather, Christian Smith, in 1840. During World War II, he was administrative assistant of the Air Force Depot in Marion, which position he held from the activation of the Depot until its de-activation. He is a member of First Presbyterian Church and Marion Lodge 70 and Chapter of Masonry. On June 20, 1936, Mr. Smith married Dorothy Briggs, of Marion, daughter of Otto G. and Dessa (Watts) Briggs. She is a member of Epworth Methodist Church. GEORGE L. and JOHN O. YOUNG, owners and operators of Milky Way Dairy Farm on State Route 23, three miles south of Marion, were born in Pleasant Township, sons of Merle W. and Della R. (Otto) Young. Their father owns and operates Busy Bee Farm on State Route 23. George L. was born Sept. 13, 1921, and John O. was born Nov. 13, 1927. They both graduated from Pleasant Township High School and [343] have always been farmers. In 1945, they purchased their present farm where they raise registered Ayrshire cattle and operate a dairy. They both are members of Oakland Evangelical Church and Marion County Farm Bureau. They are interested in photography and travel. DOMINIC FRANCIS TERZO, co-owner with Mrs. Terzo of Terzo's Sundries Store in Marion, was born July 21, 1906, in Monreale, Sicily, son of Frank and Mary (Giangrande) Terzo. The family moved to America in 1911. Mr. Terzo graduated from St. Mary's High School and worked for the Erie Railroad until 1946, when he and Mrs. Terzo purchased their store. He is a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church, Eagles, and Chamber of Commerce. He is interested in travel. On Aug. 16, 1928, he married, Annabelle Solomon, of Marion, daughter of Edward A. and Cora Belle (Rodgers) Solomon. She is a member of Epworth Methodist Church, Altrusa Club, and is a past vice president of Forest Lawn P. T. A. Mr. 'and Mrs. Terzo have one daughter, Suzanne, born Oct. 16,19333. PAUL LEANDER TONG, owner and manager of Paul L. Tong Implement Store in Waldo and farmer operating 136 acres of land in Pleasant Township, was born July 23, 1915, in Big Island Township, the youngest in the family of five children of Logan and Lillie (Brown) Tong (see Index) . Mr. Tong attended Meeker High School and was associated with his father in farming. From 1935 to 1940, he was associated with Omar Baking Co. in Marion. In 1940 he opened his present store in Waldo. Until 1947 he also owned Paul L. Tong Motors in Centerburg which is located in the center of the state. He is a member of Prospect Street Methodist Church, Sojourners Lodge F. & A. M., Moose, and Bethlehem Grange. His hobby is hunting. On May 26, 1940, Mr. Tong married Martha Priscilla Miller, of Pleasant Township, daughter of Charles Lewis and Edna Priscilla (Seiter) Miller. Mrs. Tong's maternal grandparents, Henry and Sophia Seiter, came to America from Germany and settled in Marion County. Mrs. Tong is a member of Prospect Street Methodist Church and Bethlehem Grange. Children: Doneta Marie, born Oct. 30, 1943; and, James Logan, born Nov. 20, 1945. BESSIE JEANNE CLARK MORRAL was born May 9, 1882, at Kenton, daughter of Henry and Emma (Wallace) Clark who were of Scotch lineage. Mrs. Morral is a member of Morral Methodist Church and Rebekah Lodge. She is active in church work and has been a teacher in the church more than thirty years. She resides in Morral and her hobby is flowers. She was a nurse in Dr. Lower's Hospital in Marion prior to her marriage, on May 10, 1915, to Samuel Ellsworth Morral. Mr. Morral was born in Morral Sept. 8, 1863, son of Samuel and Margaret (Harmon) Morral. His father was a farmer and was active in the development of his community. His grandfather, Samuel Morral, was a pioneer settler of this county, coming from Virginia. Samuel E. Morral, with his brother, William W., invented and manufactured the Morral [344] green corn cutting machine, field corn husker, and numerous other articles of farm equipment which were shipped to all parts of the world. Mr. Morral was a stockholder in Morral Banking Co. and Marion National City Bank. He was a member of Morral Methodist Church and Morral Lodge Knights of Pythias (charter). He died Aug. 23, 1946. Mr. Morral married, on Mar. 16, 1892, Della Showers who died Aug. 22, 1897. They had two children: (1) Emmazetta who died at the age of three. (2) Oscar G., who married Martha Bell. They had one daughter, Aileen, who died at the age of 24. On Jan. 20, 1898, Mr. Morral married Arah J. Showers, a sister of the first Mrs. Morral. There was one son born to this marriage, Harold E., a farmer in Wyandot County who married Ona Chatlain. They have two children, Vaughn and Robert Gene. Mr. Morral and Bessie (Clark) Morral became parents of three daughters: (1) Maxine, who graduated from Ohio State University. She married Dr. D. W. Jones who is on the staff of Brewster Clinic and Hospital at Holdrege, Neb. They have three sons, Donald, David, and Thomas Ellsworth. (2) DeJon who studied voice with Margaret Parry Hast in Columbus. She married Scott R. Hassell, of Kent, and they have three children, Scott Mortal, Pamela Delon, and Michael William. (3) Margaret Jeanne who married Robert Ferguson, a member of the Police Department of Marion. They have two children, Jeanne Ann and Charles Robert. FRANCIS B. JENNINGS, Assistant Sales Manager of Marion Power Shovel Co. in Marion, was born Aug. 9, 1887, in Mt. Vernon, son of John G. and Carrie (Barrell) Jennings. His grandfather, John Jennings, came to Mt. Vernon from Balls Run, Saratoga County, N. Y., in 1826, becoming one of Mt. Vernon's first settlers. Mr. Jennings received his education in Mt. Vernon schools and in Kenyon College. He later attended the University of Michigan. Since 1912 he has been associated with Marion Power Shovel Co. He is a member of: St. Paul's Episcopal Church; Marion Lodge 70, Chapter, and Council of Masonry; and he is a Registered Professional Engineer of the State of Ohio. Mr. Jennings married, on Aug. 12, 1907, Lillian Mae Cole, of Mt. Vernon. She died Sept. 15, 1922. There is one daughter, Frances C. (Mrs. Warren W. Ballantine), of Kokomo, Ind. She has two children, Jerome and Cynthia June. On Sept. 22, 1923, Mr. Jennings married Edna B. Poorman, of Marion, daughter of Edwin H. and Anna (Wilson) Poorman (see Index). Mrs. Jennings is a member of Lydia Chapter O. E. S. and Town and Country Garden Club. Both Mr. and Mrs. Jennings have flower gardening as their hobby. R. G. ARDREY, General Manager of Ardrey Motor Sales in Marion, was born in Perry County June 14, 1902, son of R. C. and Anna (Campbell) Ardrey, who were farmers. Mr. Ardrey graduated from Frazersburg High School and attended Ohio State University. He then farmed until 1924 when he became general manager of D. M. Siff Shoe Co. In 1943 he and his brother, R. V. Ardrey, opened Ardrey Motor Sales, Inc., handling Dodge and Plymouth products. He is a member of Epworth Methodist [345] Church, Frazersburg Lodge F. & A. M., Valley of Columbus A. A. S. R., Aladdin Temple Shrine, Marion Shrine Club, Kadgar Grotto, Elks, and Marion Country Club. On July 4, 1926, Mr. Ardrey married Mable I. Wright, of Newark, daughter of E. C. and Bertha (Montgomery) Wright. She is a member of Epworth Methodist Church, Marion Country Club, and Beta Study Club. Children: Sally Lee, born Aug. 19, 1934, and Molly Lynn, born June 19, 1936. Mr. and Mrs. Ardrey are interested in golf. They reside on State Route 23, south of Marion. DR. J. G. SEITER'S FAMILY are descendents of one of the pioneer families of Ohio. Dr. Seiter was born Sept. 11, 1852, in Richland Township in a log cabin which is still standing, one of ten children of Daniel and Margaret (Klingel) Seiter, natives of Germany whose families settled in Marion County. Dr. Seiter's parents and grandparents were instrumental in starting the German Methodist Church, now called the English Methodist Church, in this county, the congregation meeting in the Seiter homes for some time before the church was built. Dr. Seiter was a lifelong member of this church. Dr. Seiter attended rural schools and for a time taught school, after which he entered German Wallace College at Beryea. He later graduated from Cleveland Homeopathic College, now a part of Ohio State University, with an M. D. degree in 1881. He began the practice of medicine in Spencerville in 1881, remaining there four years, after which he practiced in Clarington until 1889 when he returned to Marion County and opened his office in Marion. Dr. Seiter, a civic-minded humanitarian, served as Mayor of Marion from 1910 to 1912 and was a councilman for many years. He was instrumental in helping establish the parks in Marion. On Sept. 11, 1883, Dr. Seiter married Emma Albrecht who was born in Delaware Feb. 1, 1864, daughter of August F. and Magdalena (Wiest) Albrecht, natives of Germany. Mrs. Seiter is a member of Prospect Methodist Church. Six children were born to this marriage: (1) Carl B. who died at the age of sixteen. (2) Marie (Mrs. J. E. Oliphant—see Index). (3) Homer A. who is in the contracting business. (4) Frank A. who is an employee of the U. S. Government. (5) H. Margaret, who attended Baldwin Wallace College and has taught first grade at Pearl Street School for some years. (6) George E. who died in infancy. There are four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Dr. Seiter retired from his practice in 1935. He died Oct. 23, 1945. Mrs. Seiter resides with her daughter, Margaret, in the family home on S. Main Street. ELSIE CORNELIA DODD MEEK was born in Shelby, daughter of Samuel K. and Margaret B. (Johns) Martin. Her father was in the milling business in Shelby and Middletown. Her maternal great-great-great-grandfather Johns, of Revolutionary War fame, founded the village of Johnstown, Pa., in the eighteenth century. Mrs. Meek graduated from Middletown High School and attended the University of Idaho and Western Reserve School of Nursing. On Dec. 2, 1914, she married John A. Dodd, M. D., of Washington, Pa., son of [346] Cephas T. Dodd, M. D., and Ella (Patterson) Dodd. His great-great-grandfather, Daniel Dodd, was a doctor and a graduate of Princeton. He also was a minister and was one of a group of three men who first brought Presbyterianism west of the Alleghenies. Dr. John A. Dodd was the fifth generation of his family to practice medicine. He graduated from Penn Hall Preparatory School, Washington and Jefferson College with an A. B. degree, and Western Reserve University with an M. D. degree. He later received his master degree from Washington and Jefferson. He practiced medicine in Moscow, Idaho, prior to entering the U. S. Army Medical Corps during World War I. He was released with the rank of major. In 1919, he moved to Marion and practiced medicine and surgery until his death, Sept. 9, 1937. Children: (1) John Cephas, born Nov. 14, 1915. He attended Washington and Jefferson College and graduated from University of Idaho. He owns and operates Dodd Lumber Co. in Long Beach, Calif. (2) Patricia Ellen, born May 8, 1924. She attended DePauw University and graduated from University of Minnesota. She married James E. Ashworth who, with his father, Harold E. Ashworth, owns and operates Ashworth and Son Construction Co. in Minneapolis. On July 6, 1948, Mrs. Meek married Carl R. Meek, of Detroit, Mich. He is associated with Essex Wire Corp. as production engineer. Mrs. Meek is a member of First Presbyterian Church, Women's Hospital Board (past president), Advance Club (past president), and Town and Country Garden Club. During World War II she was chairman of American Red Cross Volunteer Nurses Aides and she served more than 5,000 hours. She has also been president of Women's Auxiliary to the Academy of Medicine. ROBERT ISSLER WILCOX, owner and manager of Fairview Greenhouse on Prospect Marion Pike, was born in Prospect Apr. 27, 1917, son of Clarence J. and Ada (Issler) Wilcox. His father is auditor of the Federal Milk Marketing Administration. Mr. Wilcox graduated from Eastwood High School in Syracuse, N. Y., and from Wittenberg College. He was then associated with General Electric Co. at Bridgeport, Conn., until June 1941 when he enlisted in the Army Air Corps for service during World War II. He was in service fifty-seven months, with twenty-nine months of that time spent in the European Theater. He was released from active duty as a major, which rank he retains on reserve status. He then became associated with Corning Glass Co. in Corning, N. Y., in the production planning department. In September 1947 he came to Prospect and took over the ownership of Fairview Greenhouse which his maternal grandmother, Mrs. C. C. Issler, had owned and operated for about twenty-five years. Mr. Wilcox is a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Prospect and American Legion. His hobby is photography. On Feb. 14, 1947, he married Mary L. Nickerson, of Wheeling, W. Va., daughter of Henry N. and Anna (Staub) Nickerson. She is a graduate of Wittenberg College. There is one son, Michel David, born Jan. 9, 1948. DONALD EARL SLOAN, formerly Superintendent and Manager of Marion Cemetery, was born in Ironton Sept. 7, 1905, son of Edward A. and Mamie (Talbot) Sloan. His great-grandfather, his grandfather, and [347] his father, all were superintendents, in their time, of Woodlawn Cemetery in Ironton. His father was superintendent and manager of Marion Cemetery from 1907 until his death, Jan. 7, 1931. His brother, E. N. Sloan, is secretary of Green Lawn Cemetery in Columbus. His uncle, Fred I. Sloan, is superintendent of Todd Homestead Cemetery in Youngstown. Mr. Sloan attended Marion schools. He then held positions with: Erie Railroad (accountant) ; Marion Reserve Power Co.; J. Oliver Johnson Co.; Arthur G. Huson Co.; and Taylor Stone. He then succeeded his brother to the superintendency of Marion Cemetery. He is a member of: Ohio Assn. of Cemetery Superintendents and Officials; American Cemetery Assn.; Epworth Methodist Church; Marion Lodge 70, Chapter, and Council of Masonry; Marion Rotary Club (past secretary-treasurer); and he served on the War Bond Committee and the War Price and Ration Board during World War II. His hobbies are baseball and travel. On Oct. 2, 1925, he married Gladys C. Rhinehart, of Galion, daughter of Charles and Mary (Wyrick) Rhinehart. There are two sons, James Eugene and Donald Edward. WILFRED RALPH REICHENSTEIN, Chief Engineer of The Fairfield Engineering Co. in Marion, was born in London, England, Nov. 1, 1905, only child of Rudolph Erich and Minna (Toennsen) Reichenstein. His parents, both natives of Germany, were living in England at the time of their son's birth. Mr. Reichenstein received his education in Germany, being graduated from the School of Engineering, Bingen-on-the-Rhine. He came to America in December 1928 and was associated with Stephens-Adamson Co. in Aurora, Ill., two years as an engineer, and with Link-Belt Co. in Chicago for five years. He came to Marion in October 1936 to accept his present position. He is a member of Emanuel Lutheran Church, Lions Club (charter), Aircraft Owners and Pilots Assn., Marion Country Club, Sandusky Yacht Club, and Marion Chamber of Commerce. On June 12, 1931, Mr. Reichenstein married Olga Feldman who was born in San Antonio, Tex., younger daughter of H. C. and Bertha (Von Seelen-Sundt) Feldman. Mrs. Reichenstein attended Bonn Avon School for Girls in San Antonio. She and Mr. Reichenstein met while she was traveling in Europe with her mother and sister. Mrs. Reichenstein is a member of Emanuel Lutheran Church, Lioness Club, and Marion Country Club. Children: Judy, age seventeen, and Gail, age eleven. EDITH GRACE WARNER, widow of Frederick Washington Warner, was born Apr. 19, 1887, near Bradford, Pa., daughter of Dewitt and Angeline (Zickafoose) Lockwood. Her parents were native farmers of Ross County. Mr. and Mrs. Warner were married Nov. 7, 1906. Mr. Warner, a practicing attorney in Marion for thirty years, was born in Union County Feb. 22, 1882, son of Francis Marion and Florence (Miles) Warner. Mr. Warner graduated from Ohio Northern University with an LL. B. He was admitted to the Bar in 1905 and practiced law in Marion until his death in 1937. For many years, he served as city solicitor for Marion and as prosecuting attorney. At the time of his death, he was on the State Bar Examining Board. [348] Mrs. Warner is a member of Epworth Methodist Church and she was a charter member of Child Conservation League. Children: (1) Persis Lucile of Columbus, born Sept. 13, 1907. She attended Ohio State University and married Frank K. Drake who served as a major in the Army during World War II. He is sales manager of directory advertising of the southeastern district for Ohio Bell Telephone Co. There is one son, Robert Warner. (2) Robert Lewis who died in 1915 at the age of three. (3) John Lockwood, born May 10, 1916, an accountant in Westerville who graduated from Ohio Northern University. He married Arlene Short and they have two sons, John Lockwood, Jr., and Barton Wayne. (4) Frederick Washington, Jr., born May 14, 1918. He graduated from Ohio Northern University. During World War II, he was a lieutenant (j. g.) with the Navy. He married Sara Parker Crittenden. They are both medical technologists and operate a clinical laboratory in Marion. They have one son, Frank Marshall. ROLLY EDWARD STARNER, owner and manager of the general store, tourist camp and filling station in Brush Ridge, was born Jan. 4, 1898, in Nevada, son of Edward and Melissa (Mauer) Starner. He attended Nevada Schools and was associated with International Harvester Co. for twenty-five years. In 1944, he purchased the business in Brush Ridge. On Mar. 6, 1919, he married Cordelea Patchet who was born at Upper Sandusky Dec. 24, 1902, daughter of Albert and Mae (Hogan) Patchet. She is a member of the Lutheran church and Daughters of America. Children: (1) Harold L., born May 10, 1920. During World War II he served fifty-two months with the Army. He married Mary Elizabeth Carozza. (2) Billie E., born Aug. 16, 1922. He served thirty-four months with the Navy during World War II. He married Dorothy Snyder and they have one daughter, Linda Lou. (3) Betty Mae, born June 11, 1924, who married Robert Thibaut, an Army Air Corps veteran of World War II. They have two children, Sharon Kay and Richard Edward. (4) Rolly Lee, born Apr. 22, 1926, a Navy veteran of World War II. He married Dorothy Bridge and they have one child, Carol Lee. (5) Larry Max, born Aug. 2, 1939. HUGH ELLSWORTH KIRKWOOD, Jr., attorney in Marion, was born June 15, 1919, in New Castle, Pa., son of Hugh E. and Bertha (Jones) Kirkwood. Mr. Kirkwood graduated from high school at Willard and from Adelbert College in 1941 with an A. B. degree. He received his LL.B. degree from Western Reserve Law School. He served in the U. S. Army during World War II, from 1942 until 1945. He received the Purple Heart, the Bronze Star, one Battle Star for the Normandy Campaign, and the Combat Infantryman Badge. Since 1945, he has practiced law in Marion. He is a member of First Evangelical United Brethren Church and Marion Lodge 70 F. A &. M. On May 2, 1942, he married Mildred Shaffer, of Burgoon, daughter of William and Martha Shaffer. She is a member of First Evangelical United Brethren Church. There are two children, Hugh Ellsworth and Dorothy Ann. [349]