MARLBOROUGH TOWNSHIP - 925 bara (Hildebrand) Holibaugh, and Philip Holibaugh's father was a native of Germany. Just when this family came to the United States is not definitely known, but it was long before the colonies had gained their independence. Philip emigrated from Chambersburg, Pa., to Plain Tp., Stark Co., Ohio, in 1810, and was among that hardy class of pioneers who were the fathers, of Stark Co. It was an almost) trackless forest when they first came, filled with savage beasts, and, far worse, savage men. Their early life was one of self-denial and hard labor. Constantly on the alert for fear of a surprise from the Indians, they would always keep the ready flint-lock guns at hand when at work to defend themselves. They lived in Plain Tp., until 1836, when they came to Marlborough Tp., locating on Sec. 21, where Philip Holibaugh died about 1839. Joseph Holibaugh, son of Philip, was one in a family of eight, his birth occurring in 1800. He came with his parents to Plain Tp., where in 1824 he married Lydia Hossler. Immediately after his marriage he moved into Marlborough Tp., where two years afterwards the subject of this sketch was born. He purchased a farm-158 acres—on Sec. 28, where he ever afterwards lived. He was a good, sober and industrious man, and commanded the respect and esteem of all who knew him. He died in 1880. His widow is yet living. They were the parents of a family. of five—Samuel, Daniel, Caroline, Aaron and Lydia. All of these are living in Stark Co. except Daniel, who lives in Summit Co. Samuel Holibaugh was raised a farmer. He was married in 1847 to Sarah Ringer, and by her had eight children:—Lydia, Aaron H., Thomas B., Mary, Alonzo H., Cora, Cornelia and Hattie. Lydia and Cornelia are dead; Cora and Hattie are single. Aaron married Mary Miller, and lives in Canton. Thomas married Alice Reed, and lives in Marlborough Tp. Mary is the wife of George Lower, and lives in Nimishillen Tp. A biography of Alonzo will accompany this work. Mr. Holibaugh has always lived on his present farm. He owns 305 acres, is a Republican in politics, and a gentleman in every respect. He and wife are members of the Disciples' Church. H. A. HOLIBAUGH, cigar manufacturer and merchant; Marlborough. The subject of this biography was born in Marlborough Tp., May 14, 1855. He is a son of Samuel and Sarah (Ringer) Holibaugh, a notice of whom will appear in another part of this work. H. A. Holibaugh, or Alonzo, as he is more familiarly called, was reared on his father's farm, during which time he received a common-school education, finishing at the union schools of Marlborough. He learned the trade of making cigars before reaching his majority. In 1876 he began traveling, wholesaling cigars, but at the end of about six months came back and re-commenced working at his trade, which he continued until March, 1880. He then purchased a stock of provisions, and opened a grocery and provision store in Marlborough, in connection with his cigar manufacturing, and since starting, has been very successful in his dealings, being one of the leading merchants of his town. His cigars are also some of the best in the market, and his goods are found all over the State. The " Rocket" is manufactured by him, and this brand is one of the best now on the market. Mr. Holibaugh keeps an average force of two men at work all the time. He was married in 1877 to Amanda Powell, daughter of William and Lydia (Lower) Powell, and by her has had two children—Robert M., and one that died in infancy. Mr. Holibaugh is a young man of energy and determination, and is sure to make his life a success. He is a Republican in politics, a member of the Disciples' Church, and a member of Lodge No. 266, I. 0. 0. F., of Alliance. Mrs. Holibaugh belongs to the Methodist Episcopal Church. MAHLON MARSHALL; Marlborough; was born Feb. 5, 1814; son of Joseph and Mary (Wildman) Marshall, and grandson on his father's side, of William and Mary (Fell) Marshall, and through them is of English-Welsh descent. On his mother's side Mr. Marshall is a grandson of Abraham and Letitia (Jenny) Wildman, the former being Marlborough's first settler. William Marshall was a native of North Carolina, and from that place came to Portage Co., Ohio, about 1808, being one of the first settlers in the county. Joseph Marshall was a native of Pennsylvania his birth occurring about 1781. When his parents came to Atwater Tp., Portage Co., he 'also came, and the greater part of his life was passed there. To his marriage with Mary 926 - BIOGRAPHICAL SKETCHES: Wildman there were born three children—Mahlon, William and Sarah: The mother of these died not long after the birth of her third child, and Mr. Marshall married for his second wife Hannah Hicklen, and by her had four children—Samuel, Deborah, Jesse and Mary. He died in Atwater Tp., in 1843. The subject of this article was reared in the neighborhood where he was born until 13 years old, when he went to Pennsylvania to live with a great-uncle. When 16 he apprenticed himself to Abraham Sanders, under the old indenture rule, for five years, to learn the cabinetmaker's trade. After serving out his time Mr. Marshall came back to his old home in Ohio, but finding work in his branch of business very scarce, he was induced to take up carpentering, which he has followed to a greater or less extent through life. In 1840 he was united in marriage with Lucy M. Jaquay, and to this union were born a family of six—Selina V., Amy W., Joseph W., Leroy M., Orra P., and Orlando P. The last-named died in infancy. In 1848 he came to his farm, which consists of 71 acres, and is a part of the old Wildman homestead. Mr. Marshall in youth received but a very limited education, but through his own exertions since has acquired a good practical knowledge of books. In politics he is a Republican. Although starting a poor boy, he has, chiefly through his own labors, acquired a good home and sufficient property to enable him to live in peace and plenty the remainder of his days. LEWIS B. MAXWELL, farmer and stock-raiser ; P. O. Marlborough ; was born in Randolph Tp., Portage Co., Ohio, Feb. 13, 1840. He is a son of Thomas Maxwell, grandson of William Maxwell, and great-grandson of Albert Maxwell, who was a native of Ireland, and who came to the United States before the Revolutionary War, settling in Pennsylvania, where he afterward died. William married Hannah Price in Pennsylvania, and, together with his family, came to Marlborough Tp., Stark Co., Ohio, in 1819, locating on the farm now owned by E. Britton, on Sec. 2, near where the Price family had previously located. Hannah (Price) Maxwell was a native of England, but with others came to America, and first located in New Jersey, afterward in Crawford Co., Pa., and from there came to Stark Co., about 1815. After living a number of years on their old homestead in Marlborough Tp., William Maxwell and family moved to Randolph Tp., just across the line, in Portage Co., where, some years later, they died. Thomas Maxwell, the father of the subject of this sketch, was born in Crawford Co., Pa., June 15, 1812,:. He came with his parents to Ohio in 1819, and assisted them in leveling the great forests on their place, putting it in grain, reaping their harvest, and making a home in the wilderness. He was married in 1834 to Sarah M. Bloomfield, and by her had four sons and three daughters—Cyrus M., Emily M., Lewis B., William J., Louisa S., Erastus W. and Susan A. Mr. Maxwell and wife are now living a retired life in Marlborough. Lewis B. Maxwell passed his early years on the farm, during which time he received the benefits of the common schools. In July, 1861, he enlisted in Co. A, 1st Ohio Volunteer Light Artillery, under Capt. W. F. Goodspeed, and was discharged July 31, 1865, at Cleveland. He served bravely in the battles of Shiloh, Stone River, Chickamauga, through the Atlanta Campaign and back to Franklin, Spring Hill and Nashville. He enlisted as a private, but received his commission as 2d Lieutenant. April 11, 1867, he married Celestine Hatcher, and by her has four children—Nora D., Gordon, Myrtle and Leon E. Mrs. Maxwell was born Aug. 22, 1842, and is a member of the Disciples' Church. Mr. Maxwell is a Republican in politics, and an intelligent and enterprising citizen. D. M. NISWONGER, farmer and stock-raiser; P. 0. Marlborough; was born in Marlborough Tp., Stark Co., Ohio, Jan. 13, 1831. He is a son of Henry and Barbara (Reed) Niswonger, and a great-grandson of a Swiss, who came to the United States long before the Revolutionary War. His parents were natives of Bedford Co., Pa., where they were married. His father was a poor man, and owing to the fact that lands were cheaper in the West, determined to come to Ohio for the purpose of bettering his condition. Accordingly, in 1811, he came to Stark Co., locating in Marlborough Tp., on Sec. 34, it being then a trackless forest filled with Indians and game of many kinds. They built a shelter camp around a tree until they could build a log cabin in which to move their few household MARLBOROUGH TOWNSHIP - 927 goods. They lived here the remainder of their lives. Mr. Niswonger was a fearless, hard working man, and did much to infuse into the hearts of the early settlers, enterprise and a spirit of contentment. He died in about 1837, and his wife in 1846. They were parents of four children—Abraham, Christina, John, and David M. The first-named is dead. Christina is the wife of Henry Swartz, and lives in Marlborough Tp. John married a Miss Burkholder, and lives in Indiana. David M., our subject, was reared on the old Brown farm after his father's death, and remained there until about 20 years old, when he commenced alternately going to, and teaching school. In 1855 he engaged his services as lightning-rod agent in the summer, while in the winter he would teach. Up to 1863 his time was passed chiefly in teaching common and select schools, and at that time was made general Superintendent of a coal mine, which position he held a number of years. In the fall of 1871 he purchased his present farm of 120 acres, on which he has resided ever since. He was married Nov. 7, 1871, to Mrs. Catharine Rook, widow of William Rook, and daughter of Samuel Houk, of Lawrence Tp. By her first husband Mrs. Niswonger had one son—L. C., who is living with Mr. and Mrs. Niswonger. Mr. Niswonger is a Republican, and his wife a member of the Disciples' Church. Mr. Niswonger began life with no means at his command, but by hard labor and years of economy has acquired a competency. HENRY W. PENNOCK (deceased). It would be impossible to correctly compile a record of the early settlers of Marlborough Tp., and those who figured to a considerable extent in the building up, and making of what the township now is, without mentioning the name of Henry W. Pennock. This gentleman was born in West Virginia in 1821, and is descended from an old and honored English family, who trace their family connection back to one Christopher Pennock, who figured conspicuously in the battle of the Boyne, towards the close of the sixteenth century. From this man, the family trace their descent in an unbroken line, to the present generation of that name, who are now living in Marlborough Tp., and who have proved to be among the most substantial men the township ever had. Henry W. Pennock, came with his parents to Stark Co., in January, 1826. His youth and early manhood were passed in hard labor, chiefly in Marlborough Tp., during which time his total amount of schooling consisted of only six months. In later years, however, he applied his energies to study and reading good books, and in this way acquired an excellent practical education. Nov. 16, 1844, his marriage with Miss Jane Force was solemnized, and for a number of years succeeding his marriage Mr. Pennock dealt quite extensively in stock, but the two years preceding his marriage, he was engaged in mercantile pursuits, in the building now owned by Isaac Pennock at Marlborough. He employed his time in different ways through life, and by his shrewd business tact and honorable dealings left a competency at his death. He early identified himself with the Disciples' Church, of which denomination he was an ordained minister, and at the time of his death was State Superintendent of the Disciples' Sunday-school Convention. In politics he was a Republican, but favored a strong anti-liquor law. He was an active and valuable worker in the cause of temperance, often being called to quite a distance to speak on this topic. He did much to assist in building the churches and schools of his neighborhood. The store-building of D. W. Dellenberger & Co. was erected by his enterprise, and for a number of years he had a general store in the building. Mr. Pennock was an honorable man, and generous to a fault. He died of typhoid fever, Aug. 13, 1874, leaving to his heirs valuable property, but what is prized by them far more highly, an untarnished name and a spotless character. His widow, Mrs. Jane R. (Force) Pennock is a daughter of Mahlon and Judith (Belford) Force, from New Jersey and Philadelphia, respectively, and grand-daughter of Isaac Force, who came to the United States from France, during the Revolutionary War, and who served in that war as captain on the side of independence. To the union of Mr. Pennock and Miss Force, there were born a family of four daughters—Cornelia G., Carrie M., Helen and Flora. The first-named lives in Chicago, the wife of Daniel Mugridge, who is a grain merchant of that place. Carrie mar- ried James G. Brookes, of Warren, Ohio. 928 - BIOGRAPHICAL SKETCHES: Helen is the wife of William Whitacre and lives in Cleveland. Flora is single, and resides with her mother on the old home farm, adjoining the village of Marlborough. In conclusion, we can say that Mr. Pennock was a man among men, and beloved by all. His family are among the most highly esteemed of the township. WILLIAM PENNOCK, farmer and stock-dealer; P. O. Marlborough. The Pennock family of Marlborough Tp., are of English descent, and they trace their genealogy back to the Revolution, justly styled " glorious, " of 1688, which expelled the family of Stuart from the throne; defined and firmly established the principles of the constitution, and introduced a liberal, tolerant and really responsible system of government under the great deliverer William III, Prince of Orange. The first one of that name that comes to notice is Christopher Pennock, in 1690. During the Catholic Church disturbances he enlisted in the English army, and was an active participant in the battle of the Boyne. After the war he came with his family to America, and died in Philadelphia in 1701. His wife was Mary Collett, of County Tipperary, Ireland, and they were parents of three children —Joseph, Nathaniel and Anne. The two sons, when young men, became merchantmen, and during the trouble between England and France, were captured on a return voyage and made prisoners of war. Joseph finally made his escape, but Nathaniel, never being heard of afterwards, is supposed to have been lost at sea, after making his escape. Anne never married, but died in Kingston, Jamaica. Joseph married Mary Levis, of Derby, Eng., and by her had a family of twelve. Joseph came with his father, Christopher, to the Uni• ted States, and being followers of William Penn, were given by that world renowned man, a large tract of land in Chester Co., Pa. The third child of Joseph and Mary. Pennock, was the great-grandfather of William Pennock, of Marlborough, his name being also William. This man married Mary Chamberlain, who died after being married about six months, and he then married a Miss Alice Mendenhall. To this union there was born a large family, among them being the second William Pennock, who, in early years, formed an attachment with Mary Martin, an Irish girl, much against his parents' wishes. To prevent their union he was sent to England, and after a residence there of one year returned, and finally was married to the one who was the cause of his banishment from America. Soon after this alliance, he and wife moved to what is now Roanoke Co., Va., where they remained happily a number of years. They were parents of eight children —John, William, Moses, Jane, Alice, Phoebe, Mary and Hannah. Being strictly opposed to slavery, as all true " Friends" are, this man and wife and a portion of his family, emigrated to Ohio in about 1808 locating in Marlborough Tp., Stark Co., where they early became identified with that township's history. His son William was the father of the subject of this biography. He did not come to Ohio with his parents, but throwing aside the religion of his fathers became a large slave-holder in his native State. In January, 1826, he came to Stark Co., Ohio, and from this place moved to Illinois in 1837, where he afterward died. His wife was Catharine Boone, by whom he had nine children—John, deceased; Elizabeth, Isaac; George, deceased; Mary, deceased; Parmelia, Jane, William and Henry, deceased. William, our subject, and the last of that name, was born in Roanoke Co., Va., in 1819. In 1850 he married Sarah Brantingham, and by her has one son—Franklin, who is a successful physician of Marlborough. Dr. Pennock was married Sept. 27, 1880, to Isabell McCallum. The Pennock family is widely known in Stark Co., and there is no family that commands more respect and esteem than they. A. ROUDABUSH, farmer and stock-raiser; P. 0. Marlborough ; was born in Marlborough Tp., Stark Co., 0., Nov. 4, 1833. He is one in the following family born to Jacob and Esther (Harmony) Roudabush—Elizabeth, Cyrus, Abraham, Sarah, Benjamin, Hannah and John. The father came with his parents to the county previous to 1812, but the precise date is not known. They were early pioneers in Marlborough Tp. and here Mr. Roudabush lived and died. Tp., was a hard-working and sober citizen. He was born about 1807, and died about 1841. Abraham Roudabush received but a limited education in youth, and when about 18 years old went to Canton to learn the carpenter's trade. After serving an MARLBOROUGH TOWNSHIP - 929 apprenticeship, he worked around until March, 1857, when he went to New York and took the steamer " Illinois". for California. After crossing the Isthmus of Panama, he took passage on board the "John L. Stephens," and, after a prosperous voyage, arrived in San Francisco. On his arrival he found himself among strangers, hundreds of miles from home, and with only $20 to call his own. He soon hired out in the mines for $45 per month, his only shelter being the cabin of a man who had murdered his wife a short time previous, and then blew his own brains out, the ceiling and walls being frescoed with brain matter when Mr. Roudabush first commenced living in the cabin. After two months' mining he hired out to harvest, and afterward hired out for six months longer to the same man. He then rented and carried on his employer's farm for about two years. During the fall of 1860 the silver excitement in Nevada was at its height, and Mr. Roudabush determined to go to Virginia City. He there met an old California friend who had a saw-mill, and with him Mr. Roudabush worked at the rate of $65 per month until 1863, when he and five others went to Austin-160 miles east of Virginia City—where there was reported to be rich " diggins ;" but not meeting with the success at mining he wished, he purchased a hay ranch on Rees River, and, hay being high, he and his companions cut sixty tons, which they disposed of at $120 per ton. In 1865 he and another went to Salt Lake, and there purchased 400 head of cattle, and, driving these back, would winter them over on what was known as Grass Valley, and then sell such as they desired, making a nice profit, and keep the remainder, with which to continue their cattle ranch. They continued at this until 1872, realizing a handsome revenue from their labors. He then sold out his interests in Grass Valley for $15,000, and, with the Sheriff of Austin, went to Kansas and bought up a large drove of Texas cattle. They took these back to Nevada and sold them out at a nice profit. They continued at this until 1875, when Mr. Roudabush returned home to his native place, and has settled down in life.. His life in the West was fraught with perils and hardships. The last return trip he made from Kansas to Nevada, the coach in which he and seven others took passage was halted about eleven o'clock at night by highwaymen, with the command to " Halt !" " Get out !" " Hands up !" Mr. Roudabush was relieved of a fine watch that had cost him $210, but by some singular accident he managed to save his money, some $95. This was one of the most interesting episodes in the life of Mr. Roudabush, and we regret we cannot give it in detail. On his return to Marlborough Tp. in 1875, he purchased 160 acres on Sec. 15, and his present occupation is farming and stock-raising. He has been twice married. His present wife's maiden name was Mary Richard, to whom he was married in 1875. By her he has three children—Nellie, Harvey, and one as yet unnamed. Mr. Roudabush is an excellent practical farmer, and a Democrat in politics. E. R. ROYER, merchant and harness-maker; New Baltimore; was born in Lake Tp., Dec. 1, 1842. He is a grandson of Joseph Royer, and son of Abraham and Rebecca (Ulrich) Royer, who were parents of seven children—Emanuel R., Anna, Jesse, William, Sophia, Susan and Maria. The father was born in Lancaster Co., Pa., in 1816. In about 1837, he came with his parents to Lake Tp., Stark Co., Ohio, where he engaged in farming, and continued in this occupation until his death, which occurred in March, 1879. His widow has since married again, and she is the wife of John Smith. Emanuel Royer passed his youth and early manhood on the farm, during which time he received a good common-school education. Feb. 4th, 1865, he enlisted as Color Guard in the 191st Reg. O.V.I., and was discharged in September the same year. In 1866 he was united in marriage with Miss Adaline Bair, and to this union were born two children—Edgar A. and Ira I. Soon after his marriage Mr. Royer began the harness-making business in Hart-vine, at which place he resided until 1869, when he came to New Baltimore, opening a small hardware store in connection with harness-making. Since that time he has enlarged his store, and now does a general business in groceries, provisions, etc., in connection with his trade. Mr. Royer is a teacher of several terms, experience. He and wife are members of the Disciples' Church, and he is a Republican in politics. He has held various township offices, and is at present a Notary 930 - BIOGRAPHICAL SKETCHES: Public, giving prompt attention to any business in that line entrusted to his care. DANIEL SMITH, farmer and stock-raiser; P. 0. Marlborough; was born in what is now Blair Co., Pa., Nov. 15, 1823. He is a son of Caleb and Susan (Hoover) Smith, who were parents of eleven children—Samuel, Henry, Elizabeth, Daniel, Catharine, John, Mary, Jacob, Susan, Annie and George W. Of these only five are now living, Caleb Smith, the father, was a native of Germany, and came with his parents to America when he was but a small boy. They first settled in Maryland; but afterwards moved into Pennsylvania, where his parents both died. The farm which they purchased in Blair Co., proved to be underlaid with valuable iron-ore deposits, but by rascality their title to the property was disputed, and owing to some flaw in the records they were compelled to give up their right to the homestead. While in Blair Co., Caleb married our subject's mother, and in 1829, with property only to the value of about $200, they emigrated to Ohio, leaving their former home in the hands of the unprincipled parties who had taken it from them. They located on Sec. 22, Marlborough Tp., Stark Co., where they again started in life. Mr. Smith was an industrious man, and respected by his neighbors. He died in the fall of 1858, and his widow in 1880. Daniel Smith was raised as a farmer's boy and also assisted his father in the shoe-shop. He received a common-school education, and was married to Sarah Seeley in August, 1853, by whom he had five children—Salome A., Jemima E., Sarah M., Elmer E. and Edwin L. Mrs. Smith was a kind and loving wife, and an affectionate mother. She died in the spring of 1877. Mr. Smith was married the second time to Mrs. Maria Royer, widow of Stephen Royer, and daughter of Mr. Long. Mr. Smith has lived the principal part of his life in Stark Co. Ohio. He is an industrious, intelligent, well-read citizen. He is a Democrat in politics, and owns '260 acres of excellent farming land in Marlborough Tp. CHRISTIAN SEACHRIST, farmer and stock-raiser; P. 0. New Baltimore; was born in Columbiana Co„ Ohio, Oct. 9, 1814. His parents were Jacob and Christina (Folk) Seachrist, and his grandfather Seachrist was a native of Germany. When he came to the United States is not definitely known, but it was previous to the Revolutionary War. He settled in Maryland, and went •to farming, and when Great Britain by her tyrannical rule thought to quench the spirit of independence in the breasts of the American people by war, Mr. Seachrist bravely enlisted in the cause of the Colonies, and for three years fought for his country's rights. Jacob Seachrist, his son and the father of Christian, our subject, was born and raised in Maryland. Soon after his marriage with Christina Folk, Jacob Seachrist moved into Pennsylvania, but enterprise and the inducement of bettering his circumstances caused his emigration to Columbiana Co., Ohio, in 1814. That county at that time was nearly all woods, with here and there, at considerable distance apart, little log cabins that the early pioneers had erected in the midst of a small clearing; and with bears, wolves and various wild animals surrounding them, Mr. Seachrist and family commenced life in the wilderness. Mr. Seachrist started in life a poor boy, dependent on his own exertions His aim and course in life was to deal honestly with his neighbors. He was a hardworking, sober and industrious citizen, looked up to and respected by all those -with whom he came in contact. He was a Democrat, a member of the Lutheran Church, and he died about 1831. Christian Seachrist was raised on the home farm until fifteen years old, when he learned the carpenter's trade, but not liking that he turned his attention to tanning, at which business he worked ten years. In 1837, he came to New Baltimore where he engaged in tanning, and in 1842 purchased his present farm on which he has resided ever since. He owns 97 acres of well improved land, is a staunch Republican in politics and he and wife are of the " Disciples" or " Christian " faith. Mr. Seachrist is one of the most enterprising men of his township. To all public enterprises he is always a liberal contributor, and there is no man in the whole neighborhood that has done more for public enterprises in his township. Mr. Seachrist has been twice married; first to Miss Catharine Bare in 1837, who died soon after. their union. In 1838 he married Susan Sanford, and by her has a family of six—Peter D., Sarah, Rachel (Mrs. Samuel Buell of Salem, Ohio); Lydia, wife of William Oregaunge; MARLBOROUGH TOWNSHIP - 931 John Q., deceased; and Emerson H., who first married Phebe Harper and after her death married Emma Huston. The oldest son, Peter D., when his country was in danger from southern traitors, enlisted in Co. B., 104th Reg. 0. V. I., August 3, 1862. He ranked as musician, and with his regiment bravely marched south to meet the foe. While at Lexington, Kentucky, he died; that deplorable event taking place Dec. 19, 1862. His remains were conveyed home and laid in their last resting= place in the cemetery at New Baltimore. Thus in the full bloom of manhood, was a noble son cut down, while serving in the defense of his country. Mr. and Mrs. Seachrist still live on the home farm, where they are widely known and universally respected. SAMUEL STICKLE, farmer and stock-raiser; P. O. Marlborough; was born in Washington Co., Pa., May 5, 1814. He is one in a family of eight children born to Henry and Elizabeth (McCarty) Stickle, and is of German-Irish descent The names of these children are—David, Mary, Catharine, Samuel, Philip, Rebecca, Sarah and Hannah. Philip and Rebecca are the only ones dead. The father came with his family to Columbiana Co., Ohio, in 1824, and there began working at various employments, chiefly farming, Three years after his arrival in Ohio, he died, and our subject, then a boy of thirteen, began life's struggle. His education was, naturally, very limited, and from the time of his first starting out to his 17th year, he worked in a woolen mill in the adjoining neighborhood. In 1831, he discontinued that business, and came back to his old home, where he began working among farmers, generally receiving as his compensation 25 cents per day. When he reached his majority he had saved up a small amount, and this he judiciously invested; rented a farm, and for two years farmed on his own responsibility, accumulating what then seemed the large amount of $200. At the end of this time he began working by the month, which he continued doing until he had made between six and seven hundred dollars, and then rented his employer's farm, and worked in this manner two years longer. When about 32 years old he had saved from his earnings $1,000 With this he purchased 80 acres of school land in Columbiana, which he sold after having farmed it four years. He then purchased 200 acres in Portage Co., and lived there farming until 1865, when he had some $10,000 worth of property. He then purchased 188+ acres of land (his present farm), in Marlborough Tp., Stark Co., where he has ever since resided. Throughout all his life Mr. Stickle has displayed unusual energy of character. He had the determination to win when he started, and with this determination has made a success where many others would have failed. He was married May 22,.1845, to Lucy Ann Smith, and to this union were born a family of seven—Alcinus, Alva, John, Lucy A., Mary F., Elnora and Sarah. All are married except John, Elnora and Sarah. LEON B. SANTEE, physician; Marlborough; was born near North Benton, Mahoning Co., Ohio, June 23, 1853. His parents DeLorma and Hannah (Ellison) Santee, were both natives of Mahoning Co., and parents of a family of five children—Leon B., Gideon E., Sylvester J., Thomas I. and Elizabeth M. The Santees came from Canada to the United States, but originally came from France. The Ellisons came from England to America, but that event was several generations back from our subject's mother. DeLorma Santee is a prosperous farmer of Mahoning Co., and Dr. Santee's youth was passed principally on the farm and in attending the common schools of his neighborhood. When 18 years of age he commenced attending the college at Mt. Union. He took the classical course in this school and graduated July 22, 1875, having the degree of Bachelor of Arts conferred upon him. Having made medicine his choice for a vocation in life; when quite a boy he, immediately after his graduation, commenced that study under Dr. Jesse Miller of Alliance. He continued his studies under Dr. Miller until Sept. 4, 1876, when he entered the Medical Department of the University of Pennsylvania, situated in Philadelphia, from which institution he graduated March 15, 1878. After receiving his diploma as " M. D." Dr. Santee returned home, and on the 28th day of March, 1878, married Miss Evangeline Harris, of Stark Co. On April 1, 1878, he located in Marlborough, where he commenced practicing, and where lie has ever since resided. Dr. Santee is one of the best educated men of his township, and he is one of the best posted 932 - BIOGRAPHICAL SKETCHES: men of his profession in northern Stark Co. On his arrival here he formed a partnership with Dr. J. C. Harper, whom he succeeded on Sept. 4, 1880. Dr. Santee's practice has steadily increased from the first, and he now enjoys a large and lucrative practice, equaling that of many physicians of much longer experience. This marriage has been blessed with one daughter—Bertha H., born Jan. 15, 1880. Dr. Santee is a Republican in politics, and a member of the Orthodox Quaker Church. ABNER TAYLOR, New Baltimore; is a native of Crawford Co., Pa., and was born Oct. 29, 1818. He is a son of John and Mary (Kirk) Taylor, who were natives respectively of New Jersey and Pennsylvania, and who were parents of a family of ten—Samuel, Abigail, Joseph, Aaron, Judith, Amy, Sarah, Levi, John and Abner. Only three of these —Levi, Amy and Abner—are yet living. When the subject of this sketch was 8 years old, his father died, and two years later his mother and family came to Marlborough Tp., where relatives had preceded them. They located on Sec. 4 on the farm now owned by our subject, it being all woods then, with the exception of three acres. They here began pioneer life in earnest, gradually clearing nd improving the place as years passed by. The mother died May 3, 1849. Abner Taylor was reared principally in Marlborough Tp. In July, 1844, he married Christiann Werner, who bore him six children—Joseph, Eliza, Isadore, John, Wilson and Leona.. Eliza is the only one dead. Joseph marri Belle Rogers, and lives in Indiana; Isadore is the wife of D. Austin, and resides in Marlborough Tp.; John married Maggie A. Bowman, and lives in New Baltimore; the other two are single. Mr. Taylor has always retained the old farm on which he still resides. Besides carrying on the farm, he formed a partnership with his son John in September, 1871, under the firm name of A. Taylor & Son, dealers in groceries, dry goods, &c., in New Baltimore. They carry one of the largest stocks of general goods of any house in the whole neighborhood. Mr. Taylor is a Republican in politics, and he and his wife are members of the Evangelical Lutheran Church. The Taylors are old and honored citizens of Marlborough Tp. J. W. VAUGHAN ; P. O. Marlborough; was born on the farm June 19, 1831, on which he now resides. His parents were David and Elizabeth (Shellenberger) Vaughan, and his grandfather was Edward Vaughan. His great-grandfather Vaughan was a native of Scotland, and came to the United States previous to the Revolutionary War. David Vaughan was a native of Sussex Co., New Jersey, his birth occurring January 1, 1794. His father dying when he was a child, he was reared among strangers in Sussex Co., with whom he learned the carpenter and joiners' trade. Being a man of enterprise he came west to Steubenville, Ohio, about 1818, for the purpose of bettering his condition financially. He remained at this point six years, draying and teaming. Six months previous to his settlement in Stark Co., he started for Michigan, but meeting relatives here, he was induced to purchase property and make this his future abode. In 1825 he moved. his family to the place he had selected on Sec. 20, Marlborough Tp. He settled here in the woods, and after living to see the wilderness in which he had located become a glorious country for enlightened people to live in, he died, that event occurring Aug. 20, 1867. He started in life a poor boy, with honesty for his motto. He nobly lived up to this maxim, and, after undergoing many hard knocks, died, leaving property to the value of $10,000. His wife died about 1854. They were parents of fourteen children, ten of whom lived to maturity. These ten were—Edward, Mary, Catharine, Milly A., Hannah, Jacob, Joseph W., David L., Sarah and Naomia. Of these only the last six named are living, and all reside in Stark Co. Joseph W. Vaughan, the subject of this biography, lived at home until eighteen years old, when he began going 'abroad to school, and teaching during vacations to obtain means to go to school. He attended the academy at Marlborough, the Mt. Union College and Oberlin College, at different times, obtaining a good education. He has taught school to a considerable extent, and has been principal of the schools of Navarre and Louisville, in Stark Co., and also had charge of the Normal School at Johnstown, Licking Co. Besides being a most successful teacher, Mr. Vaughan has practiced law to a considerable extent in the county. He was married Oct. 7, 1854, to Miss Mary L. Lyons, of Tuscarawas Tp., and by her had a family of four- MARLBOROUGH TOWNSHIP - 933 Wilbur F., Minnie M., deceased; Burton W. and Bertha F. R. In 1860 Mr. Vaughan purchased his present place, but has since moved away, and returned again. In 1880 he commenced contracting on the Connotton Valley Ry. Co. line, and in connection with that has carried on farming. He owns 140 acres of good land; is a Republican in his political views; has held various township offices, and is of the " Disciples' " faith. His father was a soldier in the war of 1812. BENJAMIN W. WARNER, farmer and stock-raiser ; P. 0. Hartville ; is a brother of George Werner, deceased, whose biography and the Werner family history, will be found in the biographical department of Nimishillen Tp. Benjamin. W. Warner was born on the old family homestead, Nov. 7, 1818. His youth and early manhood were passed in hard labor in clearing and improving the old place. He was married Aug. 4, 1840, to Catharine Johnson, daughter of John Johnson, of Nimishillen Tp., and to their union were born ten children—Levi I. Benjamin W., Elizabeth J., William H., I., Zephaniah, Martin B., Nancy E., Susanna, and Mary C. Levi was one of our brave boys who enlisted from Marlborough Tp. in the Rebellion. He served all through the war, returned home, married Lucinda McCammon, and resides in Plain Tp. Benjamin married Mary A. Sherer, and lives in Marlbor'ough Tp. Elizabeth is the wife of John C. Haag, and lives in Marshall Co., Ohio. William married Laura Flickinger, and resides in Marlborough Tp. Amelia is single. Zephaniah died in childhood, and Martin married Mary _A. Lower, and lives in Nimishillen Tp. envy is the wife of Franklin George, and a resident of Wayne Co., Ohio. Susanna and Mary are single. The mother was born in Lancaster Co., Pa., May 30, 1818. After his marriage Mr. Warner farmed on his father's land in Marlborough Tp. for sixteen years. In 1858 he purchased 60 acres of swamp land on Sec. 19, in Marlborough Tp., which has since been increased to 107 acres. This, through his own enterprise, as well as the whole western part of the township, has been drained off by what is known as the "Warner Ditch," making much of the land through which it passes, and especially that owned by Mr. Warner, the best in the whole county. Mr. Warner is one of the old land- marks of Stark Co. He and wife are members of the United Brethren in Christ Church. He is an enterprising and influential man, a Republican in politics, and a first-class citizen. JONAS W. WARSTLER, merchant; Marlborough; of the firm of D. W. Dellenherger & Co., is a son of Jonas and Elizabeth (Ringer) Warstler, and grandson of Jacob and Mary (Sheffer) Warstler, and is of German descent. The name originally was Wachalar, but by Saxon usage is now pronounced Warstler. Jacob Warstler was a native of York Co., Pa. To better his condition, financially, he emigrated to near Salem, Ohio, in about 1800, and after living there some time he left his family at this point and pushed still further westward. He finally arrived in what is now Plain Tp., Stark Co., and the soil and " lay of the land " suiting his fancy, he selected a farm on Sec. 44, built a log cabin, and came back to Salem for his family. On his return with his family, Mr. Warstler discovered that the Indians had visited his cabin, and all that was left to mark where it stood was its ashes. Nothing daunted, he again built a cabin, and lived on the farm he first settled until his death. He and wife were parents of nine sons and three daughters, only two—Lydia (Ringer), and Elizabeth (Baker)—are yet living. One of their sons, Jonas Warstler, the father of the subject of this biography, was born in Plain Tp., in 1812. He was reared on his father's farm in Plain Tp., and being thrown considerably on his own resources, managed to learn the carpenter's, blacksmith's and cabinetmaker's trades. He married Elizabeth Ringer about 1833, and by her had ten children—Sarah, Lydia, Susan (deceased), Mary, Jesse, Jonas, John, Catharine, Jacob and Priscilla. The father died March 24, 1871, arid the mother is yet living. She was born July 22, 1811. Mr. Warstler's life was one of hard labor and self-denial. Though his habits were somewhat retiring,, his affections were strong, and benevolence was an ever active principle in his nature. He had many friends and but few enemies. Jonas W. Warstler, his son, was born in Marlborough Tp., Sept. 11, 1844. The July before he was 18 years old, he enlisted in the cause against rebellion in the 104th Reg., Co. B, 0. V. I., serving all through the war, and was finally discharged 924 - BIOGRAPHICAL SKETCHES: in June, 1865. He bravely participated in all the battles of his regiment, among them being Resaca, Knoxville, Buzzard's Roost, Franklin etc. After the war he went to school one year, and on the 29th of Oct. 1868, married Miss Henrietta L. Geib, and by her had six children—Edwin F., Susan E. (deceased), Lulu, Lillian J., Roscoe J., and one that died in infancy. After his marriage Mr. Warstler taught school and farmed until the fall of 1877, when he formed a partnership with D. W. Dellenberger in a general store at Marlborough. This firm has been quite successful, and they do an average annual business of about $18,000. Mr. Warstler is a Republican in politics. He has held several township offices, and is an energetic, enterprising young man. J. M. WALKER, stock-raiser and farmer; P. 0. Marlborough; was born in Columbiana Co., Ohio, July 28, 1841. He is a son of Thomas and Mary (Huffman) Walker, and grandson of Thomas Walker, and is of Irish-German descent. His father was a native of Pa., but came to Ohio in 1821, where for a number of years he pursued the occupation of stone-mason and farmer, in Columbiana Co. He first married a Miss Battershell, by whom he had three children, only one—William—is yet living. His second and last wife was the mother of our subject; Mrs. Mary (Huffman) Miner, daughter of John Huffman and widow of John Miner. By Mr. Miner Mrs. Walker had three children, only one of whom, John, is yet living. To the union of Mr. Walker and Mrs. Miner there were born three children—J. M., Thomas J. and one that died in infancy. Thomas married a Miss Lamb, and resides in Elkhart, Indiana. Mr. Walker died in Portage Co., in November, 1841, and Mrs. Walker died in May, 1864. J. M. Walker was reared on a farm, and farming has ever since been his chosen occupation. In August, 1862, he enlisted in Co. A., 1st Ohio Light Artillery, commanded by Captain W. F. :Goodspeed, and was discharged at Cleveland in July, 1865. In September, 1862, while at Mumfordsville, Kentucky, on detached duty, he was captured, paroled, and afterwards sent home, where he was finally exchanged, and the February following joined his company at Murfreesboro, Tenn. He was an active participant in the battles of Liberty Gap, Chickamauga, and all the battles of the Atlanta campaign, and afterwards at Nashville. At the close of the war he returned home, and November 23, 1865, married Miss Celestine Bloomfield, daughter of Lewis M. Bloomfield, appropriate mention of whom is made elsewhere in this work. To this marriage there were born two children—Zora and Bertha. After his marriage Mr. Walker farmed two years in Portage Co., and in 1862 purchased his present farm of 72 acres, on which he immediately moved, and where he has resided to the present. He is an enterprising and go-ahead man. Is a Republican in politics and an excellent citizen. LAKE TOWNSHIP. JOHN BOLENDER, cabinet-maker; Lake; is the oldest in a family of ten children, born to George and Margaret (Wise) Bolender. George Bolender was a native of Union Co., Pa., and came to Ohio, settling in Stark Co. at an early date. He worked at the carpenter's trade for about five years; and in 1824 he removed to Uniontown and started a hotel, where he remained two years. Mrs. Bolender was a native of Cumberland Co., Pa., and came to Ohio with her parents in 1815. They were both consistent members of the German Reformed Church, and were much admired for their true Christianity and devotion to their church. John Bolender, our subject, was born in Green Tp., now in Summit Co., Ohio, March 27, 1819 ; his early life being passed on the farm, and with but slight educational facilties. At the age of 16 he was apprenticed to the carpenter's trade, at which he worked for twenty-two years. Mr. Bolender had in his employ from six to ten men, and did an extensive business in the building line. He built a shop in Uniontown, where he is LAKE TOWNSHIP - 935 now engaged in the cabinet, chair-making and undertaking business. In 1843 he united in marriage with Judith Pontius, of Lake Tp. That union has been blessed with seven children, six of whom are still living, viz.—Sophia, Almira, Sylvester, Lucretia, Charles and Sarah. Mr. and Mrs. Bolender are devoted members of the German Reformed Church. Mr. Bolen-der is a Democrat in politics, and has held the office of Justice of the Peace for fifteen years. H. K. BRUMBAUGH, farmer; P. O. Cairo. George Brumbaugh, the father of our subject, was born in Huntington Co., Pa., in 1799, and the early years of his life were passed in the labors of the farm, where he remained until 1820, when he was married to Miss Esther Hoover, who was a native of the same State, and came to Ohio with her parents in an early day; the date of the settlement of the Brumbaugh family could not be obtained with any degree of certainty. Soon after his marriage he moved to Marlborough Tp., where he opened a farm, and there lived up to the time of his death. He and wife were consistent members of the German Baptist church. They were the parents of ten children, H. K. being the sixth. He was born in Stark Co., Dec. 8, 1831, and his childhood was passed on the farm and in attending the common schools and Mt. Union College. After completing his education he returned to the farm, where he remained until he was of age. In 1856 he purchased a farm in Lexington Tp., where he remained a short time, and in 1857 he purchased and settled where he now lives. In 1856 he married Miss Mary A. Johnston, and from that union there have been six children—Katie, Milton, Emma, Ida, Liza and Byron. Mr. Brumbaugh has always been identified with the Democratic party. GEORGE BIXLER, farmer; P. O. Middle Branch. Our subject ranks among the self-made men of Lake Tp. He was born in Lake Tp., Stark Co., Ohio, Jan. 1, 1825, and the early years of his life were passed on the farm. He received his education in the common schools of Stark Co., and was at home with his father until he was 24 years of age, when he rented the old homestead, which he carried on for two years. He was subsequently engaged by parties in Massillon to superintend a warehouse, where he remained a short time. He then engaged in farming, and has been engaged in the same vocation ever since. In 1849 he united in marriage with Lydia, daughter of George Brumbaugh, of Marlborough Tp. From that union there have been eight children. Mr. and Mrs. Bixler are consistent members of the German Reformed Church. Mr. Bixler now owns 132 acres of well improved land. David L., and Elizabeth' (Markley) Bixler, came to Lake Tp., from Pennsylvania. Daniel was born in Maryland, and came to Pennsylvania, and thence to Stark Co., with the Markley family. He was a man much respected for his integrity and honesty. WILLIAM CASSLER, retired; Cairo. Is a son of Lewis D. and Nancy (Wise) Cassler. Lewis was a native of Lancaster Co., Pa., where he worked at the shoemaker's trade. He married Miss Nancy Wise, who was a native of Christine, now within the limits of the City of Philadelphia, but soon after their marriage they emigrated to Ohio, settling on a farm in Lake Tp. They lived in a stable for sometime, until they were able to build a more spacious cabin. He (Lewis) worked at his trade for several years, and died in 1850, aged 65 years; his widow survived him until 1858, dying at the age of 72 years. William, the subject of this sketch, was born in Lancaster Co., March 3, 1814. His childhood was passed at home, obtaining his education in the common schools, and at the age of 13 he was placed on the bench to learn the trade of his father, and worked at the same for several years. In 1834 he came to Ohio with his parents, and assisted in clearing the farm, and lived at home until he was 26 years of age; he then engaged in farming on the homestead, and soon after bought the same, and there lived until 18 5, when he retired to a pleasant home. In 1840 he married Elizabeth Miller, who was a native of Lake Tp. From that marriage there were six children, viz. —Nancy, the deceased wife of J. C. Corey, of Massillon; Lovina, wife of P. D. Machamer, of Lake Tp.; Lafayette, Margaret, Lewis, Elizabeth, the deceased wife of A. W. Machamer, of Lake. DR. J. E. DOUGHERTY, physician; Green - town. In a family of four children born to John and Elizabeth (Crail) Dougherty, our 936 - BIOGRAPHICAL SKETCHES: subject is the oldest, his birth occurring March 13, 1820, in Beaver Co., Pa. At the age of 11 years he was left an orphan, and went to live with his grandfather, who, one year after, put young Dougherty on the bench to learn the shoemaker's trade. He worked at this until he was 17 years of age, with the exception of a few months of each year, when he attended school. He taught school for some time, and afterward attended the Richmond Classical Institute. He began the study of medicine under Dr. E. M. Pyle, of Richmond, and after remaining there four years, began to practice in Beaver Co., Pa., in 1843. After remaining there five years he located in Jefferson Co., Ohio; from thence went to Summit Co., and iaylay, 1849, he located in Greentown, and has remained there ever since. He has had an extensive practice, and in 1879 he took his son, L. E., in as partner, and although a young man he is a master of his profession. At the organization of the 162d 0. N. G., he was elected Lieutenant Colonel of the Fame, and in 1864 was called into active service. In 1844 he was united in marriage to 'Phoebe Thompson, of Carroll Co., Ohio, who died in 1847, leaving one son—William T. In 1849 he married for his second wife Angeline, daughter of Thomas Gorgas, of Greentown. From that marriage there have been eight children, six of whom are living, viz.—Charles A., L. E., J. E. J. F., Mary E., and Sarah A. Mr. and Mrs. Dougherty are members of the Methodist Episcopal Church at Greentown. D. F. EBIE, farmer; P. 0. Cairo; is a son of John and Margaret (Hossler) Ebie. John Ebie was a native of Lake. Tp., his parents settling there previous to 1814. He spent his childhood in the woods of Lake Tp., and remained at home until he reached manhood. He married Miss Hossler, who was a native of Union Co., Pa., and came to Stark Co., in an early day. After his marriage he removed to Marlborough Tp., this county, and settled on a farm of 185 acres, where he still resides. D. F., the subject of these few lines, is the oldest in a family of eighteen children, his birth occurring July 24, 1839, in Stark Co. His early days were passed like most farmer's sons, on the farm, and as he was the oldest in the family, much of the farm labor fell to him. He attended the common schools of his neighborhood, the Greensburgh Academy and Canton high schools, and after completing his education, he taught school for several terms, and subsequently turned his attention to farming, which business he is still engaged in, owning 70 acres of improved land in Lake Tp. In 1863 he married Lovina Showalter, of Medina Co., who bore him seven children, six of whom are living. Mr. and Mrs. Ebie are members of the German Baptist Church. GEORGE FRANK, Justice of the Peace; Lake; is a son of George Jacob Frank, who was born in Wurtemburg, Germany, Feb. 29, 1794. While in his infancy his .father was called away by death, and before he he attained the age of 4 years he was deprived of his mother's care by the same stern messenger. His early training devolved entirely on an aunt, with whom he remained until he was 14 years of age, when he was apprenticed to the cabinet-maker's trade. In 1812, he was drafted into the German army, and continued to serve his country with faithfulness while England and Germany were allied against France, and until the final downfall of Napoleon. During his army life he saw many of the prominent men of that day; among them were the Duke of Wellington, the hero of Waterloo, and his much beloved La, Fayette. The year after he was released from service 1816), he united in marriage with Miss Eva Weimer, and with her resided in Hoffen, until 1837, when he embarked for America. Upon his arrival in this country he located in Lake Tp., where he spent 34 years of his life. In October, 1870, his faithful wife died. After the death of his wife he went to live with his son George (our subject), and with him remained until Feb. 27, 1881, when he was called to his final home, at the age of 87 years. Early in life he associated himself with the Lutheran Church and continued a faithful member to the end. George Frank, the subject of this sketch, was born in Alsace, France, May 2, 1829, and in 1837 came to gtark Co., with his parents. He attended the common schools of his neighborhood, where he acquired a good education, and at the age of 21 he engaged in farming for himself, and in this continued for 10 years. In 1850, he engaged in the stock business, dealing in sheep, wholly, an been engaged in the same up to the present LAKE TOWNSHIP - 937 time. In 1850 he married Miss Mary Bushong, of Lake Tp. From that union there has been six children, four of whom are living, viz.—Emeline, Milton G., William J. and John C. Mr. and Mrs. Frank are devout church members; he is a Democrat in politics, and has been identified with many positions of trust, which he faithfully filled. JOHN FRANK, retired ; Lake ; was born in Washington Co., Pa., May 20, 1806 ; his parents, George and Margaret (Hewitt) Frank, were natives of the above-named county in Pennsylvania, and in 1809 came across the country to Ohio, settling on 160 acres, then in the wilderness of Lake Tp., and it was on this farm that he lived until he retired from the farm. The last few years preceding his death were spent in Greensburgh. He died in 1854, aged 76 years. John Frank passed the early years of his life at farm labor, obtaining but little education. At the age of 22 he left home for the purpose of earning some money to enable him to lay the foundation for wealth and prosperity, which he afterward reached. He worked by the month for a short time, subsequently farmed the homestead, and then bought 100 acres of land in Lake Tp., and there lived several years. He then bought 180 acres, where he lived until he retired from farming. In 1860 he engaged in the stock business, both buying, selling and feeding. He is considered one ,)f the best sheep men of the county. In 1828 he united in marriage with Miss Margaret Thompson, of Lake Tp., an estimable lady, who bore him seven children, six of whom are living—Keziah, Isaac, Mary A., David, John and Milton. Mrs. Frank died in 1854, and in 1857 he married Miss Sevilla Reynolds, who bore him one child—Elva ; she resides at home. Mr. and Mrs. Frank are devout members of the Reformed Church. In politics he is a Democrat and a stalwart of the party. ISAAC FRANK, stock-feeder and shipper ; Lake ; is a son of John Frank, whose sketch appears in this work. Our subject was born in Stark Co., Ohio, May 31, 1834. The early years of his life were passed on the farm, where he remained until he was 22 years of age ; he then rented farms for five years in Lake Tp. In 1859 he began feeding sheep, and continued to buy and feed for three years, when he began shipping, and has continued in that business up to the present time. He has been very successful, and owes his success largely to the manner in which he feeds his sheep. Mr. Frank has one of the best, if not the best, sheep farms in the State of Ohio. He has also been engaged extensively in farming. In 1855 he was united in marriage to Miss Mary, daughter of John Moore, of Springfield, Summit Co., and from that marriage there have been two children-Magaret J. and Lewis E. Mr. Frank is a member of the Masonic fraternity, Lodge No. 83, Akron. ABRAM FOUSE, farmer ; P.O. Hartville; is the only son in a family of five children born to Jacob and Elizabeth (Miller) Fouse. Jacob Fouse was a native of Huntington Co., Pa., where he spent his childhood. In 1811 he left his comfortable home in his native county, for the purpose of finding a new home in the wilderness of Stark Co. (it was nothing more at that time). He settled on 113 acres of Sec. 3 of Lake Tp., and there erected a log cabin, which the family occupied until a more spacious house adorned the site. He remained a resident of Lake Tp. up to the time of his death, which occurred in 1845. Abram Fouse, our subject, was born in Stark Co., Ohio, April 6, 1820. The early years of young Fouse 's life were spent in the labors of the farm, interrupted but slightly by his attendance at school. At the age of 26 years he purchased 113 acres of the heirs, and has since lived on the same. In 1848 he united in marriage with Mary A., daughter of Daniel Rudy. She died in 1866, leaving five child- ren, viz.—Barbara, Elizabeth, Frank, Ellen and Daniel. Mr. Fouse has been a member of the Presbyterian Church for several years. JOHN J. GANS, farmer; P. 0. Middle Branch. Benjamin Gans, the father of our subject, was born in Nimishillen Tp., this county, Oct. 15, 1807, and is the second white child born in Stark Co. His parents, John and Catharine (Sheidler) Gans, were natives of Fayette Co., Pa., and in 1804 left their comfortable home in their native Elate to encounter the dangers and hardships which settlers at that date encountered. From Georgetown he (John Gans) was compelled to cut and clear a passage to the place of settlement, which was in Nimishillen Tp. He set- 938 - BIOGRAPHICAL SKETCHES: tled on a farm of 160 acres, where he lived several years. The first peach orchard in the county was on his farm. He was a preacher in the German Baptist Church, and was the first preacher in Nimishillen Tp. He died in 1821 at the age of 51 or 52 years. His faithful wife lived to reach the ripe age of 80 years. They were the parents of eight children, Benjamin being the third. The early years of his life were passed in the wilderness; his education was neglected, there being schools but of an inferior order in the region of his home. However, he acquired a good education, whether at home or at school matters little. At the age of 24, he left home and engaged in farming on a farm which he rented for twelve years. He then purchased the same, and has lived on the farm up to the present time. In 1831 he was united in marriage to Miss Susanna Williams. This union was blessed with eleven children, four of whom are living, viz.—Dr. Alpheus, of Navarre; John J., our subject; Marietta and Eliza. In May, 1881, they celebrated their golden wedding at their home, where they entertained a host of congratulating friends. Mr. Gans has always been identified with the Democratic party. John J. Gans, our subject, was born in Lake Tp., Feb. 2, 1840, where he spent his childhood. He attended the schools of his neighborhood, and Mt. Union College. After completing his education he engaged in teaching. In 1866 he engaged in farming, purchasing 80 acres, where he lived two years; then he purchased the Squire Nees farm in Marlborough, where he lived untii 1881, when he bought and settled on the old homestead. In 1865 he married Miss Lizzie Wolf, daughter of Samuel Wolf, of Lake Tp. From that marriage there have been five children, viz.—Thomas, Emmet, Willie, Daniel and Maybelle. HENRY GROSENBAUGH, merchant; Hartville. Jacob Grosenbaugh now a wealthy farmer of Stark Co., and the father of our subject was born in Rhinebyer, Germany, about the year 1810, his parents accompanied by himself, emigrated to this country in 1822. Jacob passed the early years of his life in as- sisting his father's family, who were in humble circumstances. At the age of 21 he began farming on his own responsibility in Plain '1'p.; he worked diligently and soon became the possessor of a fine farm, and in this way worked until 1881, when he removed to Hartville. He commenced life a poor boy, and now ranks among the wealthiest men of the county. This is but an example of the truth, that honest industry will bring its reward. In early manhood he married Miss Catharine Herbruck, sister of the Rev. Mr. Herbruck, of Canton. From that marriage there have been ten children, Henry, our subject being the second. He was born in Plain Tp., Stark Co., Ohio, in August, 1854. The early years of his life were passed on the farm. He attended the common schools in his neighborhood, and latterly the Canton Academy, where he acquired a good education. He subsequently entered the commercial department of Mt. Union College, where he remained some time. After completing his commercial course he entered into partnership with Peter Shollenberger, a merchant of Hartville, after a clerkship of six months. This partnership lasted until 1879, when he bought Mr. Shollenberger's interest, and has since conducted the business successfully. He has one of the best general stores in the county, doing business to the amount of $18,000 per year. He has always been connected with the Democratic party, and has held many offices of trust in the township. S. S. GEIB, farmer ; P. 0. Hartville. "You just go to Squire Geib and he will tell you all about it"—this was the language of many old settlers when asked by the writer in regard to the early days of Lake Tp. The general opinion seemed to be that the proper source for reliable information would be one who during a residence of many years in the township, had occupied such positions in the community as proved him to be a man of rare ability and intelligence. Mr. Geib was born in Lancaster Co., Pa., Oct. 19, 1827 ; his childhood was spent on the farm in his native state. In 1836 he came to Stark Co. with his parents. At the age of 12 years he was hired out to a farmer, and in this way passed five years of his life. At the age of 17, he was apprenticed to the carpenter's trade, and worked at the same for fifteen years, and after serving his apprenticeship, he taught school for several terms. In 1863, he settled on the farm he now lives on, and has remained on the farm ever since. In 1878, he served as Treasurer of Stark Co. for a short term, and in the same year he LAKE TOWNSHIP - 939 was admitted to the Bar and has had a fair practice since, although he is devoting most of his attention to farming. In 1848, he was united in marriage with Susanna Brown, who died in 1869, leaving seven children. In 1878, he married his second wife, Miss Catharine Wise, and from this union there have been six children. Mr. and Mrs. Geib are devout members of the Catholic church of Randolph, Portage Co. Mr. Gieb has always been identified with the Democratic party. JACOB GARTY, retired ; Cairo ; was born in Cumberland Co., Pa., June 15, 1808, and his parents, Jacob and Mary (Keiper) Garty, were natives of Frankfort, Germany, where Jacob worked, at the blacksmith's trade. In 1800 he emigrated to the United States, settling in Lancaster Co., Pa., where he married the above-named lady. In 1805 he removed to Cumberland Co., Pa., where he worked at his trade. In 1831 he came to Ohio, settling on a farm in Plain Tp., where he remained a short time, and then settled in Lake Tp., where he lived up to the time of his death. Jacob Garty, Jr., spent his early days on the farm, received a common-school education, and in 1831 came to Ohio with his parents. He lived at home until he was 28 years of age, then engaged in farming, and was engaged in the same until a few years ago, when he retired. In 1836 he was united in marriage to Margaret Henney, who died, leaving six children. For his second wife he married Susan widow of Christopher Henney, and from that marriage there were five children, three of whom are living. Mr. and Mrs. Garty are members of the German Reformed Church. JEMIMA GAFF ; Greentown ; is the widow of Samuel Smith, who was a native of Franklin Co., Pa., where his childhood was passed. In 1826 he came to Ohio, settling in Stark Co., where he engaged in the tannery business, which business he successfully conducted for several years. Mr. Smith was a prominent man of Stark Co., and had held many offices of trust and confidence, which he never betrayed, and by his industry and economy had accumulated a handsome fortune. He died in 1866, aged 64 years. His widow, the above-name lady, was born in Armstrong Co., Pa., May 4, 1805, and is the only surviving one in a family of fourteen children, born to James and Elizabeth Gaff, who were na- tives of Westmoreland Co., Pa., where James Gaff was engaged in farming. He located in Armstrong Co. for a short time, and in 1807 he came across the mountains to Ohio, settling in Plain Tp., Stark Co., and was among the first settlers of the township, and experienced many dangers and hardships at that early day. He remained a resident of Plain Tp. up to the time of his death. Mrs. Smith sti 11 lives in Greentown, being left in good circumstances. She enjoys life, and is a pleasure to the people among whom she lives. She is the mother of four children—Matilda, wife of J. A. Borst ; L. E., W. S. and D. G. LEIDIGH HOUSLEY, farmer; P. O. Greentown. Levi Housley, the father of our subject, was a native of Washington Co., Md., where he followed farming as his vocation. In 1826 he crossed the mountains, and after a long and tiresome journey, settled on the farm now occupied by our subject. As was the custom in those days, he settled near a spring. He selected this farm about f mile east of Greentown, cleared the same, and there lived up to the time of his death. He married Miss Mary Lowman who was a native of the above named county and State. They held a prominent position in their community and were universally esteemed by all who knew them. Young Housley, the subject of this short sketch, was born in Washington Co., Md., Oct. 23, 1814. He inherited from both his parents a physical constitution much above the average. During his boyhood, educational facilities were not abundant; hence he was confined to attendance on the common schools, supported by subscriptions; but this enabled him to lay the foundation for a good, practical education. When 12 years old he came to Lake Tp. with his parents, and at once was placed in the woods to free them of the massive hickories, and in this way worked until he was 24 years old. He then rented a farm, where he lived 3 years, after which he purchased the old homestead, and has lived there ever since. Mr. Housley has been one of the largest land-owners in the township, but, as his children left home, he gave them valuable assistance. In 1837 he married Miss Nancy, daughter of John and Elizabeth Thompson, with whom he lived happily until death separated them, June 21, 1877. She had borne him 13 children, 10 of 940 - BIOGRAPHICAL SKETCHES : whom are still living, viz.—Elizabeth, Nancy, Catharine, John, Minerva, Sarah, Daniel, Esther, Alice and Jessie. Mr. Housley is a member of the Lutheran Church, and a Republican in politics. PETER KAMP, farmer; P. O. Hartville; is a son of Adam and Catharine (Null) Kamp. Adam was a native of Berks Co., Pa., where the days of his childhood were passed. At a tender age he was apprenticed to the tailor's trade, and at this he worked for a few years, but subsequently learned the carpenter's trade, at which he worked for twenty years. He married Miss Catharine Null, who was a native of Lancaster Co., Pa., with whom he passed many pleasant years. In 1824 he came to Stark Co., Ohio, from Union Co., Pa., and settled on a farm of 320 acres, which he received in exchange for one in his native State. He remained a resident of Lake Tp., until removed by death, in 1842, aged 73 years. His widow survived him until 1847, she dying at the age of 69 years. Peter Kamp, our subject, was born in Union Co., Pa., in February, 1811, and at the age of 14 came to Stark Co., and lived at home almost continuously until he was 30 years of age. He farmed the old homestead for one year, then purchased it, and has lived on the same up to the present time. He now owns 302 acres of well improved land. In 1847 he married Miss Mary Brown, who remained a faithful companion to him until 1878, when she died at the age of 61 years. She bore him seven children, viz.—Susanna, Franklin, Sarah, William, Samuel, Levi and Joseph. C. F. KINSLEY, farmer; P. 0. Hartville. Frederick and Mary (Miller) Kinsley, the parents of our subject, were natives of Wurtemberg, Germany; where they were engaged in farming; and in- 1831 left their native land to seek a home in the new world, and upon their arrival in this country, they at once started for the fertile lands of Stark Co., Ohio. Frederick purchased a farm in Nimishillen Tp., and there lived until 1856, when he removed to Lake Tp., and lived there until he died. He was an exemplary man, and was much respected in the community in which he lived. C. F., the subject of this sketch, was born in Nimishillen Tp., Stark Co., Ohio, in March, 1842. The early years of his life were passed on the farm; he received his education in the common schools, and remained at home until he was of age. One year later he inherited a piece of land from his father, and has lived on the same up to the present time. In 1865 he was united in marriage to Miss Rachel Wertenberger, who bore him nine children. Mr. and Mrs. Kinsley are consistent members of the German Baptist Church. DR. L. MOULTON, physician; Hartville; is a son of Anson and Dephna (Minard) Moulton. Anson was a native of Boston, Mass., where he passed the early years of his life; he attended the public schools of that city, and acquired a thorough education; and at the age of 17 came to Portage Co., Ohio, with his father's family, his father being Judge Jeremiah Moulton, who was judge of Portage Co. for fourteen consecutive years. He was a man of more than ordinary ability, and by his death Portage Co., lost one of its ablest and- most eminent men. Dr. L. Moulton, our subject, was born in Portage Co., Ohio, April 8, 1837 ; his youth was spent on the farm, and in going to school, although the facilities were but poor for gaining an education; at the age of 18 years he entered Oberlin College, where he remained some time, and where he distinguished himself for his brilliancy. After leaving college he entered the office of Dr. S. J. Ward, of Suffield, Portage Co., where he remained a diligent student for two years; he subsequently attended lectures at Ann Arbor Medical College, where he received a thorough knowledge of his profession. He returned to Suffield, his native home, and was induced to practice in that community. Here he remained three years, having from the start a large and successful practice. In 1864 he located at Hartville, and has since remained there in successful practice, and has gained the confidence of the community in which he lives. In 1862 he was appointed Examining Assistant Surgeon of several military companies, located at Cleveland. The Doctor is a Democrat, and has held many offices of trust in the township. ISAAC MARKLEY, farmer ; P. O. Green-town ; is the youngest in a family of eleven children, born to John and Susanna (Brumbaugh) Markley. John Markley was born at Morrison's Cove, Pa., where he passed the early years of his life. At the age of 18 years he came to Lake Tp. with his parents ; at that LAKE TOWNSHIP - 941 time there was but one building where Canton City now is located. They cleared a passage from that place to the place of settlement, and John assisted his father in the work of the farm, and when 21 years of age returned to Pennsylvania, and was there married to the above-named lady, she being a native of Huntington Co., of that State. He then returned to Lake Tp., and remained a resident of that township up to the time of his death. Young Markley, the subject of this sketch, was born in Lake Tp., Stark Co., 0., January 3, 1839. The early years of his life were passed on the farm ; he received his education in the common schools of his neighborhood, and at the age of 21 he inherited 63 acres of land, but was obliged to pay other heirs a considerable amount. But with a determined mind he set to work and soon became the possessor. In 1868 he purchased 167 acres of valuable land, where he soon after settled, and has remained there up to the present time. It was an undertaking that took a great deal of courage, but in a few years he had become the sole proprietor or owner of the now well-improved farm. In 1866 he married Miss Barbara Yoder, of Nimishillen Tp.; from that marriage there has been one child—Eleanor. Mr. Markley has always been identified with the Republican party. J. P. MOORE, farmer and merchant ; Greentown. Joseph Moore, Sr., the grandfather of our subject, was a native of Lancaster Co., Pa., where he was born in 1761. At a tender age he enlisted in the war of the Revolution, and served his country in that great struggle with no degree of unfaithfulness. He heard the reading of the Declaration of Independence—something he never forgot: In 1812 he crossed the mountains in his native State, and after a journey of several days, reached Plain Tp., Stark Co. He settled in the woods, and cleared a farm, where he lived several years; then removed to Portage Co. where he died. Joseph Moore, Jr., the father of our subject, was born in Lancaster Co., Pa., where he passed his childhood, and at the age of 18 years, came to Stark Co. with his parents. He assisted on the farm where he lived several years and then removed to Portage Co., thence to Greentown, this county, where he died. He was a devout member of the Methodist Episcopal Church, a man universally esteemed for his sterling integrity and kindness. J. P. Moore, the subject of this sketch, *as born in Lake Tp., Stark Co., Ohio, Oct. 11, 1827. The early years of his life were passed on the farm, but slightly interrupted by educational pursuits. He worked at home until he was 22 years of age he then farmed the homestead for 16 years, and in 1864 he bought the same, consisting of 124 acres. In 1880, in company with J. C. Pontius, he engaged in the grocery business in Greentown. In 1849 he married Miss Rebecca, daughter of George and Elizabeth York, of Stark Co. From that marriage there were born eleven children, all of whom are living. Mr. and Mrs. Moore are members of the Methodist Episcopal Church. ABRAHAM MILLER, farmer; P. 0. Greentown; is a son of John and Elizabeth (York) Miller, who were natives of Maryland. They removed to Pennsylvania, where they lived, a few years, and in 1812 came to Stark Co., settling on a farm, which was then part of a dense forest. John Miller was a carpenter by trade, and worked at the same for several years, in connection with farming. He soon abandoned the trad however, and engaged in farming, which business he was engaged in up to the time of his death. He was a man who could not bear to see a neighbor in trouble, and it is said that in the early days of Plain Tp., when people were leaving their homes in the East to seek their fortunes in the West, it was then he showed his manlidess and true Christian spirit by dealing out to the poor part of- his own products of the farm. He died in 1876 at the advanced age of 90 years. He was twice married. From the first marriage there were three children—Abraham, Jacob, of Canton, and Lewis, of Akron. Abraham, the subject of these few lines, was born in Greentown, this county, in 1824. His childhood was spent on the farm, where he remained until he was 21 years of age; he then removed to Plain Tp., where he rented a farm, and soon after purchased quite a valuable one, and after living there seven years he returned to Lake Tp., remaining here ever since. In 1844 he married Miss Lydia Kreighbaum, who bore him five children, viz.—William, Nelson, Ira, Mary (deceased), and Lewis (deceased). Mr. and Mrs. Miller are members of the Lutheran Church. 942 - BIOGRAPHICAL SKETCHES: GEORGE MACHAMER, merchant; Hartville; is the fifth in the family of thirteen children, born to George and Catharine (Wolf) Machamer, who were natives of Pennsylvania, where the father of our subject was engaged in farming. In 1821 he came to Stark Co., settling on land in Lake Tp.; he cleared a farm and remained a citizen of Lake Tp. up to the time of his death, which occurred in 1864, at the age of 69 years. George, Jr., our subject, was born in Lake Tp., this County, in July, 1823, his early years being passed on the farm. He attended the common school of his neighborhood, where he acquired a good education. At the age of 21 he purchased a farm of 120 acres, where he resided until 1866, when he engaged in hotel-keeping, and in 1867 engaged in the mercantile business in Hartville, and has been engaged in the same up to the present time. In 1844, he married Catharine, daughter of Levi and Mary Housley, of Lake Tp. From that marriage there have been eight children, five of whom are living. In 1862 ho was appointed Postmaster of Hartville, and has held the appointment up to the present time, with the exception of one year. D. T. MACHAMER, merchant; Cairo; was born in Lake Tp , Stark Co., Ohio, Aug. 7, 1837. His boyhood was spent on the farm, where he remained until he was 23 years of age, in the meantime receiving a common-school education in the schools of Lake Tp. In 1860 he rented a farm, and was engaged in farming five years, being successful in his undertaking. In 1866 he conceived the idea that the people of that community were in need of a store; receiving some encouragement, young Machamer set to work and soon had a spacious building ready for the goods which he had on the way. Commencing with a small capital he drove close bargains, and was his own clerk and errand boy. His trade increased, until now he carries a fine stock of goods. In 1879 he bought a farm of 70 acres, which is also under his superintendence. In 1878 he was appointed Postmaster of the above named place. In 1858 Miss Hannah Wertenberger became his wife, and has been a faithful and congenial companion to him. She bore him four children, three of whom are living, viz: A. W., Emma and Frances. He votes with the Democratic party, and has held many offices of trust in the township. SAMUEL MACHAMER, farmer; P. 0. Hartville; is the seventh in the family, of thirteen children born to George and Catharine (Wolf) Machamer, mention of whom is made in the sketch of George Machamer. Samuel, our subject, was born in Lake Tp., Stark Co., Ohio, Nov. 13, 1827. The early years of young Machamer,s life were passed on the farm, and were but little interrupted by educational pursuits, facilities of that kind being scanty, and of an inferior order about him; however, he received a good practical education, and remained at home until he was 22 years of age. In 1854 he purchased the homestead, which consisted of 202 acres, and there remained until 1866, when he removed to the farm he now occupies. Mr. Machamer now owns 322 acres of valuable and well improved land. This goes to show that by industry and economical habits, he has become one of the wealthy farmers of Lake Tp. In 1851 he was united in marriage to Miss Christina Kauffman, an estimable lady of Lake Tp., who has been a congenial companion through life. From that marriage there hive been five children, four of whom are living, Morgan, Urias, Daniel and Charley; Ellen was the name of the one deceased. Mr. Machamer has always been identified with the Democratic party. DANIEL MYERS, farmer and stock-shipper; P. 0. Greentown; is a son of Henry and Elizabeth Myers, who were natives of Centre Co., Pa., and about 1825 came to Ohio, settling in Portage Co. Young Myers was born in Brimfield, Portage Co., Ohio, Feb. 18, 1838, and had the misfortune to be left motherless at a very tender age. He was taken to raise by an uncle, with whom he lived until he was 17 years of age. He attended the common schools, and in them acquired a good education. At the age of 17 he began working for farmers, and in this way worked for five years; he then rented a farm and remained there eight years. During these eight years he accumulated considerable money, and purchased a farm of 180 acres, where he resided for some time, and then bought the Kreighbaum farm. In 1866 he began speculating in stock, and has been a very successful buyer and shipper since that time. In 1859 he united in marriage with Matilda, daughter of William and Sarah LAKE TOWNSHIP - 943 Kreighbaum, of Lake Tp. From that marriage there is one child, a daughter, Ella. W. H. NEES, merchant; Lake; is the youngest in a family of ten children, born to Jacob and Elizabeth Nees, who were natives of Pennsylvania, and came to Stark Co., Ohio, at an early period. Jacob carried on the distilling business in Canton for several years, the last few years of his life being spent on a farm in Marlborough Tp., where he died at an advanced age. W. H. Nees, the subject of this sketch, was born in Marlborough Tp., Stark Co., Ohio, in 1835. The early years of his life were passed on his father’s farm, and in attending the schools of his neighborhood, acquiring a liberal education; he then attended Mt. Union College for several terms. At the age of 21 he came to Uniontown, and apprenticed himself to the tinner,s trade. After working a short time he entered into partnership with David Hossler, and two and one-half years later purchased the remaining interest, and has continued in the same up to the present time. In 1874 he opened a dry goods and grocery store, and since that time has done a successful business; he also owns half interest in a grocery store in Akron. Mr. Nees has been very successful, and by his gentlemanly bearing and fair dealing, he has become a popular man. In 1856 he was united in marriage to Caroline Shriver, of Marlborough Tp. From that marriage there has been four children, three of whom are living—Alfaretta, Forest and Maud; Martha J. was the name of the one deceased. Mr. Nees has always been identified with the Republican party. S. P. PONTIUS, retired ; Greentown ; is the second in a family of nine children, born to Peter and Magdalena (Raber) Pontius, who were natives of Centre Co., Pa., where Peter worked at the cabinet-maker's trade. In 1811 he came to Stark Co., settling in Lake Tp., on a farm of 160 acres, where he toiled until he converted the forest farm into a productive homestead, and where he lived up to the time of his death ; he died at the age of 65 years, his widow surviving him until 1866, when she died at the age of 82 years. They were both consistent members of the Presbyterian Church. Our subject, S. P. Pontius, was born in Lake Tp., Stark Co., O., March 14, 1815, his childhood was spent in the log cabin of his father on the farm, but slightly interrupted by educational pursuits, facilities of that kind being but scanty and of an inferior order at that time. At the age of 22 years he bought 50 acres of land in Springfield Tp., and upon this piece of ground began life for himself. At about that time he was married to Catharine, daughter of John and Barbara Wise, who proved herself to be a true and dutiful wife and a pleasant companion. After his marriage he lived in Summit Co. for five years, then returned to Lake Tp., and has remained a resident of the same up to the present time. Mr. Pontius has been successful in life, and by his industry and economical habits has accumulated considerable property. In 1873 he left the farm, and has since that time been living a retired life. From that union there have been eleven children, nine of whom are living. Mr. and Mrs. Pontius are consistent members of the Methodist Episcopal Church uniting with the same several years ago. JOHN PONTIUS, farmer ; P. O. Lake ; was born in Stark Co., 0., May 6, 1818 ; his parents, Peter and Magdalena (Raber) Pontius, were natives of Centre Co., Pa., where Peter worked at the cabinent-maker's trade. Having a desire to see the far West (Ohio was considered a great distance to go from their native county), he started with his family for Stark Co., Ohio, and in the summer of 1811 he settled on a farm of 160 acres in Lake Tp. It was a dense forest, but by hard work and perseverance he soon made a comfortable home. He worked at his trade during the winter months, and pieces of his work may be seen in some of the older families to-day. Our subject passed the early years of his life on the farm, the monotony of which was slightly varied by attending the old log cabin country school. At 28 years of age he left home and bought 185 acres of land, and has lived on the same up to the present tithe. He was married to Elizabeth Hossler in 1848, and she has proven herself a true and faithful companion. They are the parents of eight children, viz: Cyrus, Alexander, Milton, Amanda, Elizabeth, Samuel, Magdalena, and John. Mr. and Mrs. Pontius are consistent members of the Reformed Church. LEONARD RABER, farmer; P. O. Greentown. " You go and see Squire Raber I" 944 - BIOGRAPHICAL SKETCHES: was what many of the citizens of Lake Tp., said to the historian who wrote the history of Lake Tp. He can tell you more than any other man; thinking, no doubt, that a man so long identified with public offices of trust was the only one from whom any reliable information could be ascertained. The gentleman mentioned was born in Lake Tp., Stark Co., Ohio, July 30, 1823. He comes from old and prominent families. His father, Thomas Raber, was a native of Centre Co., Pa., and the Dickerhoff family, on the mother,s side, were natives of Maryland, both families coming to Lake Tp. at an early date. Young Raber's youth was spent on the farm, receiving a common-school education in the schools of his neighborhood, and when 17 years of age, was apprenticed to the shoemaker,s trade, at which he worked nine years, after serving an apprenticeship. He removed to Uniontown, where he was engaged in hotel-keeping for five years. In 1855 he purchased the old homestead, consisting of 187 acres of valuable land. After making many improvements he lived there enjoyably until 1881, when he retired from the farm, and now lives in a pleasant home in Greentown. In 1865 he was elected Justice of the Peace of Lake Tp., and has held the office up to the present time, with the exception of three years, when he was one of Stark Co.,s Commissioners. In 1844 he was united in marriage to Catharine, daughter of George Kreighbaum, of Lake Tp. From that marriage there are the following children—Hiram, Clara, Oliver, Milo, Frances, Ida and Alice. Mr. and Mrs. Ra- ber are devout members of the German Reformed Church. ISAAC RICHARDS, farmer ; P. O. Lake. Samuel Richards, the father of our subject, was a native of Hagerstown, Md., and came to Stark Co., Ohio, with his parents in 1810. He being at that time a single man, he enlisted in the war of 1812, and was stationed at Sandusky, serving with faithfulness in each and every post he held. At the close of the war he returned home and married Nancy Bachtel, whose parents settled in Lake Tp. in 1808. She received at the time of her marriage a valuable farm, where they lived for several years. He died in 1858 ; his faithful widow survived him until 1878. Isaac, our subject, was born in Green Tp. in 1825, and passed the early years of his life on the farm, and in attending the common schools in the vicinity of his home. When he reached manhood he hired out as a farm-hand for five years, then returned to the old homestead and farmed the same for thirty years and in 1878 purchased the same of the heirs ; he now owns 315 acres of well-improved land, and is considered one of the most enterprising farmers of the county. In 1847 he married Miss Hannah Engle, of Jackson Tp., and from that marriage there were five children. Mrs: Richards died in 1864. He married for his second wife a Miss Seisdorf, of Uniontown, who bore him one child, Lula. DAVID RITTER, proprietor of Schriver Mill ; Lake. Peter Ritter, the father of our subject, was born in Snyder Co., Pa., where he spent the early years of his life. In 1831 he came to Ohio, settling on a farm in Portage Co.; he remained there a few years, and subsequently removed to Springfield, Summit Co., where he remained a resident up to the time of his death. He was a man much beloved by all his neighbors and acquaintances. David, the subject of these few lines, was born in Portage Co., Ohio, in the year 1849. The early years of young Ritter,s life were passed on the farm ; he attended the common district school of his neighborhood, where he acquired a liberal education. At the age of 21 years he engaged in farming, and continued in the same until 1877, at which time he, in company with his brother, purchased the mill property known as the Schriver Grist-mill, situated in the northern part of Lake Tp. Mr. Ritter has made many improvements on it, until now he has one of the best country mills in Stark Co., the mill,s capacity being 60 barrels daily, for which he finds ready sales in Cleveland and other points. Mr. Ritter united in marriage with Sarah, daughter of Samuel R. Phillips, of Summit Co., and from that union there have been two children. A. P. REAM, retired ; Greentown. Peter Ream, the father of our subject, was born in Centre Co., Pa., where he was engaged in farming. He married Miss Barbara Smith, who was a native of the above-named county. In 1812 they came to Ohio, settling in Lake Tp.; he erected a cabin and commenced to clear a farm, and was making good progress, when he was drafted and was taken to Can- LAKE TOWNSHIP - 945 ton ; that same night he made his escape, returned home, and with his wife and family returned to Pennsylvania, and there lived some years. He then returned, and thence went to Indiana, where he died. A, P. Ream, the subject of this sketch, was born in Lake Tp., this county, in 1821. His childhood was spent on the farm, but little interrupted by educational pursuits. He lived at home until he was 27 years of age, and then engaged in farming. In 1854 he bought 160 acres of land, and has lived on the same ever since. He has made several improvements on the same, and has a very pleasant home. In 1848 he was married to Miss Sarah Moore, who was a native of Lake Tp. From that marriage there have been nine children. In 1855 Mr. Ream was ordained a preacher in the Methodist Episcopal Church, and has been a faithful worker, and has done much for the progress of his church. One of his sons is a Methodist Episcopal preacher in Russell Co., Kan. JACOB SCHWARTZ, farmer; P. O. Middle Branch; whose portrait appears in this history as a representative of Lake Tp., and a prominent promoter of the agricultural interests of the county, was born in Nimishillen Tp:, Stark Co., in January, 1859, and is the son of Henry and Catharine (Coonfare) Schwartz. They came from Cumberland Co., Pennsylvania, to Nimishillen Tp., Stark Co., as early as 1810, and bought a farm of 160 acres on Section 6. There Mr. Schwartz began work and soon cleared up a farm, on which he subsequently built a distillery. He remained a resident of that township ten years. In 1820 he sold his farm in Nimishillen, and bought the farm in Lake Tp., which is now owned by the subject of this sketch. He remained a resident of Lake Tp., until 1854, during which time he built a distillery, and kept the same in operation for twelve years. I 1854 he moved to Canton, where he resided until his death, which occurred about five years later, aged 76 years. His widow survived him until 1869, when she died, in her 74th year. They were consistent members of the church. They were the parents of ten child- ren, of whom Jacob was the oldest. His ear- ly fife was spent on a farm, and at the age of 10 years he began driving team on the road for his father. His education was obtained at the imperfect district schools of that period, which left much of the progress to the inclination of the student. He remained a resident of his father,s house until he was 25 years of age, when he rented a farm in Plain Tp., and resided there for 6 years. He then bought a tract of timber-land in Marlborough Tp., which he at once began improving, and upon which he resided for ten years. Disposing of his property in Marlborough, he bought his present place in 1854, on which he has since resided. He has added many fine improvements to the property since he bought it, among which may be mentioned, one of the finest bank barns of the township. He now owns a total of 222 acres of well cultivated and improved land. In 1862 be began raising sheep, in which he has taken much pride, and in 1869 he turned his attention to thorough-bred cattle. His success in thorough-bred stock has made his name familiar as one of Stark Co.,s fine breeders. He has held a number of local offices, and is a Republican in politics. Much of the success of the Stark County Agricultural Society has been due to his interest in it and his determination to make it an honor to the county and a credit to the members of whom he was one of the directors for a number of years. In 1839 he was united in marriage to Miss Elizabeth Brouse, of Lake Tp.; eight children had been born to them, six of whom are living, as follows:—John and Adam, of Iowa, Margaret, now wife of Isaac Brenneman, of Columbia City, Ind. Alice, Washington, and Colvin at home. Mr. and Mrs. Schwartz are members of the Lutheran Church. J. STEESE, physician; Lake; born Feb. 14, 1820, in Union Co., Penn., and was the seventh child of a family of nine children born to Jacob and Sarah Steese, both natives of Union Co., Penn. In 1828 Jacob Steese moved to Summit Co., Ohio, and settled on a farm. He subsequently built a flouring and carding-mill at Milheim, which was the first erected in that part of Summit Co. He continued in the milling business until his death, which occurred in 1833. Mrs. Steese survived him until 1846. After the death of his father the Doctor made his home with an older brother at Canal Dover. He attended the new Hagerstown Academy, of Jefferson Co., Ohio, and afterward Athens College. At the age of 946 - BIOGRAPHICAL SKETCHES: 19 he began the study of medicine with Drs. Steese and McNeil, of Canal Dover, and subsequently attended lectures at Cincinnati, Ohio, and Lexington, Ky. After completing his medical course, he began practice in Zanesville, Ohio. He soon established an extensive practice, but his physical endurance not being equal to his energy and ambition, his health became so seriously impaired as not to admit of the hard riding required. Disposing of his interests in Zanesville, he moved to Uniontown, Stark Co., where he has since resided, engaged in the practice of his profession. In 1880 Dr. Milton Bowers became associated with him in the practice, and is still with him. In addition to his practice, in 1873, the Doctor opened a drug and grocery store in Uniontown, which business he is still successfully operating. In 1848 the Doctor was married to Miss Edith McCormick, of Zanesville, who died in 1859. By this marriage there are three sons—Felix, of Alliance, Ohio; Isaac, now in Wisconsin, and Charlie, of Cincinnati. In 1860 the Doctor was married to Miss Amanda M., daughter of John R. Bowers, of Lake Tp. Two children have been born to them, viz.—Cleveland and Jessie, the latter an accomplished young lady, and at present attending school at Cedar Falls, Iowa. Mrs. Steese is a lady of much more than ordinary ability and accomplishments, and the Doctor has lost nothing in popularity by having so estimable a lady for a life partner. In 1880 she was appointed Postmistress, and has her office in the Doctor's store. PETER SHOLLENBERGER, farmer ; P. O. Hartville. Joseph Shollenberger, the father of our subject, was born in Berks Co., Pa., Aug. 1, 1801 ; his father, Peter Shollenberger, was a native of the same county in Pennsylvania, and in 1810 he came to Stark Co., 0., first settling in Plain Tp., on a farm that was in the wilderness ; but by labor and industry he soon converted it into a productive farm, but subsequently removed to Marlborough Tp., where he died in 1843, aged 72 years. His widow survived him until 1848, and died aged 72. Joseph Shollenberger passed his childhood in Berks Co., and in 1810 came to Stark Co. with his parents. The early years of his life were passed in the labors of the farm and in acquiring an education, facilities for which were scanty and of an inferior order in the neighborhood of his home. He lived at home until he was 26 years of age, when he was married to Miss Lydia Baum, who was formerly from Union .Co., Pa. She was an exemplary and faithful companion, commanding the esteem of all who became acquainted with her. After his marriage he settled on the homestead, and there lived several years. In 1850 he removed to Lake Tp., and has remained a resident of the same ever since. Mr. and Mrs. Shollenberger are members of the German Reformed Church. There were three children born to them, Peter, our subject, being the only surviving one. He was born in Marlborough Tp., Stark Co., Ohio, his birth occurring March 1, 1830. His youthful days were spent on the farm, and during this period he received a common-school education in the schools of his neighborhood. At the age of 16 he engaged as a clerk for Martin Hoover, of Harrisburgh, this county, with whom he remained a short time. In 1852 he engaged in mercantile pursuits, and for several years he did a successful business. He has had several partners, and in 1880 disposed of his interest in the business. Mr. Shollenberger is a man of more than ordinary ability, and by his economical habits has accumulated considerable property. Mr. Shollenberger has always been identified with the Democratic party, and is a member of the German Reformed Church. HENRY SCHONER, farmer ; P. O. Lake; is the oldest in a. family of eight children, born to Henry and Margaret Schoner, who were natives of Germany, where the father was engaged in the milling business. In 1847 he came to Ohio, settling in Lake Tp. on a farm, where he lived but a short time before being called to his final home. He died in 1850, at the age of 79 years. During his short sojourn in the community he made many friends, who deeply mourned his loss. Henry, Jr., was born in the Province of Alsace, Germany, in January, 1824 ; he attended the schools of that Province until he was 14 years of age ; he then was apprenticed to the miller's trade, and served two years at the same ; he then worked at the trade for several years in France, and in 1847 he emigrated to this country, and came to Lake Tp., Stark Co., where he worked for six years as a farm-hand. During this time he accumulated considera LAKE TOWNSHIP - 947 ble money, and with it purchased 80 acres of land ; he moved on the same, and by hard work and economical habits he soon made additions, until now he owns 192 acres of well improved land. In 1854 he began dealing in stock, and continued the business successfully for over twenty-five years. He was married in 1853 to Saloum, daughter of Jacob Frank, of Lake Tp. From that union there are eight children. Mr. and Mrs. Schoner are consistent church members. Mr. Schoner has always voted with the Democratic party. O. P. SHANAFELT, merchant; Green-town; is a son of Henry and Catharine Shanafelt, who were natives of Frederick Co., Md. In 1828, Henry Shanafelt came to Ohio, settling on a farm in Lake Tp., this Co. He was engaged in hotel-keeping, and in 1845, was elected Sheriff of Stark Co., and held the office for two terms. After his term of office expired he returned to Greentown, and was engaged in hotel-keeping up to the time of his death. 0. P., was born in Canton, March 8, 1846. His youth was spent at home, and he recived his education in the common-schools. In 1864 he enlisted in the 6th Ohio Independent Battery, and was out until the close of the war. In 1866 he commenced clerking for S. S. Bombarger, of Greentown, and three months later was taken in as partner; this continued but a short time. Mr. Shafer was next made a member of the firm ; this continued some time, when they (Shanafelt & Shafer) purchased Bombarger,s interest, and have since conducted the business. Mr. Shanafelt has been very successful in business, and by his strict attention and genial disposition, has made many friends. In 1867 he was appointed Postmaster at Greentown, Ohio, and has held the office up to the present time. In 1866 he married Mahalia Wise, daughter of Joseph Wise, of Lake Tp. From that marriage there have been born six children, four of whom are still living. Mr. Shanafelt is a member of the Masonic Lodge No. 60, and a staunch Republican. ABRAHAM STONER, farmer; P. 0. Greentown; is a son of John and Lydia (Brumbaugh) Stoner, who were both natives of the Keystone State, where John was en- gaged in farming. He was a soldier in the war of 1812, and after the war he returned to the farm, where he lived up to the time of his death. In a family of twelve children, our subject is the oldest, and was horn in Bedford Co., Pa., in 1816. His childhood was spent on the farm, and as he was the oldest in the family, he was obliged to remain at home and assist his father. However, he received a liberal education in the district schools. He lived at home until he was 27 years of age. He then farmed the father,s farm for a few years, and in 1853 he came to Ohio, settling in Lake Tp., this county. He bought a farm, and has lived on the same since. He now owns 260 acres of valuable land. In 1843 he was united in marriage to Susanna, daughter of Isaac Bowers, of Bedford Co., Pa. From that marriage there have been eight children, six of whom are still alive. Mr. and Mrs. Stoner are devout members of the Christian Brethren Church. HENRY SHANAFELT, merchant; Green-town; is the second in a family of eight children born to Peter and Elizabeth (Funk) Shanafelt, who were natives of Washington Co., Md. In 1831 they came to Stark Co., Ohio, and remained residents of that county up to the time of his death. Henry, the subject, was born in Washington Co., Md., in 1827, and came to Stark Co. with his parents in 1831. He received his education in the common schools, which at that early period afforded a scanty education. At the age of 15 he was engaged as clerk by a Greentown merchant, and there remained two years; he then clerked for Mr. Henry, of Akron, for some time, and in 1850 engaged in mercantile pursuits, and has continued in the same up to the present time, with the exception of one year. Mr. S. has been very successful in his business undertaking, and has accumulated considerable property. In 1856 he married Rosa F. Peters, of Lake Tp. From that marriage there have been seven children, three of whom are living, viz.—R. P., Carrie M., and Nettie C. L. E. WISE, farmer; P. 0. Greentown George Wise, the father of L. E., was born in Union Co., Pa., about the year 1806. His parents were natives of the same county, and came to Ohio, settling in Lake Tp., in 1809. It was in this township George passed his boyhood. Facilities for obtaining an education were not abundant in the region of his home; he went to the old log-cabin school- 948 - BIOGRAPHICAL SKETCHES: house, where he obtained as good an education as the times afforded. He assisted his father in ridding the farm of its massive oaks, and in this way passed his early life. He married Miss Barbara Cramer, who came to Ohio with her parents, from Pennsylvania, at an early time. Soon after their marriage he commenced farming, and in this vocation continued for several years; he subsequently removed to Springfield Tp., Summit Co., settling on a farm, and there lived up to the time of his death. Both he and wife were consistent members of the Methodist Episcopal Church, and by their deaths the church lost faithful and true christian members. Young Wise, the subject of this short sketch, was born on his father's farm, in Lake Tp., Jan. 27, 1834. The early years of his life were passed on the farm. He attended the common schools of his neighborhood, and after acquiring a good education, he directed his attention to farming. He at the age of 21 began farming the homestead, where he remained seven years. He subsequently purchased a farm of 133 acres upon which he settled, and has continued to live on the same ever since; he has made several important improvements on the same, which now ranks among the first farms of the township. In 1858 he was united in marriage to Miss Rachel Moore, daughter of Joseph Moore, appropriate mention of whom is made in this work. That union has been blessed with four children, all of whom are living. Mr. Wise affiliated himself with the Republican party at its organization, and has been an adherent of its principles up to the present time. LEWIS WISE, farmer ; P. O. Greentown; is the youngest in a family of ten children, born to John and Barbara (Auble) Wise, who were natives of Union Co., Pa., where John Wise was engaged in farming. While Lake Tp. was in an unimproved condition, this family left its home in the native state for the purpose of founding a new home in the west ; after a journey, that in these days would be termed tedious and adventurous, John Wise arrived in Lake Tp. He settled on a farm, and after a few years of hard labor he converted it into a productive farm. He remained a resident of Lake Tp. up to the time of his death. The subject of this sketch was born in Lake Tp., Stark Co., Ohio, his birth occurring May 14, 1827. The early years of his life were spent in the labors of the farm, but little interrupted by educational pursuits, as facilities for procuring an education in those days were scanty and of an inferior order in the region of his home. At the age of 21 he began working in Aultman & Miller's works, where he remained one year, he then bought 80 acres of land, upon which he settled and lived 16 years. He then settled on the farm he now occupies, consisting of 126 acres. In 1848 he was united in marriage to Miss Eliza Raber, who was a native of Lake Tp.; from that marriage ten children were born, viz.—Calvin, Milton, Alvin, George, Ida, Catharine 0., Frank, Frances, Charles, and Wilbur. Mr. and Mrs. Wise united with the Methodist Episcopal Church in early life, and still remain consistent members of the same body. WILLTAM WAGNER, school-teacher ; Hartville ; is the second in a family of ten children, born to Jacob and Magdalena Wagner, who were natives of Germany, where Jacob was engaged in farming. He left his native country and came to Ohio at an early date, and without means, and was for a time engaged as a laborer on the Pennsylvania and Ohio Canal ; he then began working at the shoemaker's trade, which he continued for twenty years, during which time by his industry and economical habits, acquired sufficient means to purchase a farm which he settled on, and where he still resides, commanding the respect and confidence of all his neighbors and acquaintances. Young Wagner, the subject of these lines, was born in Lake Tp., Stark Co., Ohio, in May 1845; the early years of his life were passed on the farm. He attended the common schools of Lake Tp., at the Greensburg Academy and the College at Mount Union. At the age of 18 years he enlisted in Company D, 25th Reg., O.V. V. T., and served until the close of the war. After his return he engaged in school-teaching and for several years followed that vocation. Mr. Wagner, although a young man, has held many offices of trust in the township, such as Clerk and Justice of the Peace, which office he now holds. In 1868 he united in marriage with Miss Urania; daughter of Daniel and Sarah Baum, of Lake Tp. From that marriage there has been three children. Mr. Wagner is a Democrat. LAKE TOWNSHIP - 949 D. J. WISE, farmer ; P. 0. Greentown ; is a son of John and Barbara (Dickerhoff) Wise. John Wise was a native of Union Co., Pa.; he lived at home on the farm until he was 18 years of age, when he went to the army as a substitute for his father, who was drafted in the war of 1812. He was stationed at Buffalo, and served his country faithfully. In 1813 he came to Ohio with his parents, who settled in Lake Tp. in that year. He apprenticed himself to the blacksmith trade, at which he worked for many years after serving his ap prenticeship ; he then bought a farm, where he lived until a few years preceding his death. D. J. Wise, the subject of this sketch, was born in Lake Tp., Stark Co., Ohio, in October, 1833. The early years of life were passed on the farm. He attended the common schools of his neighborhood, and in them acquired a liberal education. He then gave his attention to farming, which business he is engaged in at the present time. In 1854 he united in marriage with Sarah A. York, of Lake Tp. She died in 1869, leaving five children, viz.—Alvin, Milo D., George E., Cora and Laura E. In 1870 he married for his second wife Miss Nancy M. Moore, who was a native of Lake Tp. From that marriage there have been two children—Marshie and John F. Mr. and and Mrs. Wise are members of the Methodist Episcopal Church. JOSEPH WISE, retired ; Greentown; is a son of John and Barbara (Auble) Wise, appropriate mention of whom is made in the sketch of Lewis Wise. Joseph, the subject of this short biography, was born on his father's farm in Lake Tp., Stark Co., Ohio, April 7, 1824. His youthful days were passed, as were those of most farmers' sons at that day, in assisting in the clearing of the farm, at which Joseph served his apprenticeship. He attended the schools in his neighborhood, and procured such an education as those common schools afforded. At the age of 21 he commenced to work the homestead, where he remained a short time ; but subsequently bought 80 acres, and there lived until 1864, when he exchanged for a farm of 165 acres, where he lived until recently. In 1815 he united in marriage with Miss Savilla, daughter of John Babb, of Summit Co.; she died in 1876, leaving four children, viz.—Mahalia, Edwin, Ellen and Ira. In 1880 he married for his second wife Miss Sarah Schick, of Plain Tp. Upon the organization of the Republican party, Mr. Wise adopted its principles, and has been an an adherent to the same party ever since. LEVI WISE, farmer ; P. 0. Greentown. This gentleman was born in Lake Tp., Stark Co., Ohio, Jan. 11, 1843, and is the son of Samuel 4. and Catharine Wise, who were early settlers in Lake Tp. Levi, our subject, spent his childhood on the farm, where he remained until he reached his 16th year. In the meantime he attended the common schools and acquired a good education. At the age of 16 he apprenticed himself to the carpenter trade, serving two and a half years as an apprentice and worked at the same for three years. He was connected with the Green-town Foundry for eleven years, and in 1881 he purchased a pleasant and a desirable home adjoining Greentown, where he still resides. In 1866 he united in marriage with Miss Lavina, daughter of S. P. Pontius, of Stark Co. Both Mr. and Mrs. Wise are consistent members of the Methodist Episcopal Church. He has always been identified with the Democratic party, and has held many offices of trust in the township. CHRISTIAN WINGARD, farmer; P. O. Middle Branch. In a family of twelve children, born to Samuel and Lydia (Garver) Wingard, our subject, is the fourth. He was born in Stark Co., Ohio, March 2, 1827, and passed his boyhood at home, and when 10 years of age was placed at work for a farmer, and there remained until he was 16 years of age. He then learned the painter's trade, and after following it two years abandoned it for the trade of a carpenter; the latter trade, suiting him much better, he worked at it for eight years. In 1857 he moved on the farm he now occupies, and has remained on the same ever since. In 1854 he married Miss Susanna, daughter of Geo. E. and Sarah Smith, who were among the prominent citizens of Lake Tp. From that marriage there have been six children, five of whom are living, viz.—Sarah J. Mary E., Lucy A., George, and Susan. Mr. J., is a prominent Republican, and has always identified himself with the same. JOHN YOUNG, farmer; P. 0. Lake; This gentleman, was born in Lawrence Tp., Stark Co., Ohio, his birth occurring Feb. 23d, 1838. His parents, George and Ra-