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WILLIAM ARMSTRONG, deceased, was a resident of Port Washington. He was born in Dover Township, two miles from Dover, February 11, 1815, son of James and Margaret Armstrong. James Armstrong was a native, of Scotland. and died in Dover Township in 1829. His wife, a Virginian by birth, also died in Dover Township in 1849. William Armstrong was united in marriage, October 16, 1836, with Polly Kline, born July 25, 1819, daughter of Jacob and Elizabeth Kline. Of the children of Mr. and Mrs. Armstrong, five are living-Rosanna, wife of Martin Hagan, M. D.; Olive M.; Hulda S.. wife of Francis Miller; Thomas D. and Harry R. The deceased are Richard H., Elizabeth, Winfield, James J., Medora S. and Ettie A. Mr. Armstrong and family settled in Salem Township in 1841, and at Port Washington in 1843. He was Superintendent on the canal until 1845 and then engaged in mercantile pursuits until 1876, when he retired from active work, owing to ill health. His death occurred March 21, 1879. His widow and daughter still reside at Port Washington. She is a member of the 'Methodist Episcopal Church.

PETER J. ARTH, farmer, P. O. Port Washington, was born in Germany April 26, 1830, son of Peter and Sophia Arth, natives of Germany, where Peter died in 1865, his wife in 1832. Peter J. emigrated to America in 1848 and came direct to this county, where he has ever since remained. He was married, October 22, 1857, to Elizabeth Tidrick, born in this county June 11, 1838, daughter of Daniel Tidrick. She died August 18, 1876, a member of the German Lutheran Church, with which denomination Mr. Arth is now connected. Nine children were born to Mr. and Mrs. Arth, seven of whom are living--Mary E., Peter, Jacob P., Catherine S., Margaret S., Frederick W. and Caroline. Emma and Albert are deceased. Mr. Artb has been a life-long farmer, and has met with good success in life. Be owns 200 acres of well improved land.

PHILIP BARTH, shoe-maker, Port Washington, was born in Soetern Grossherzogethum Oldenburg Fuerstenthum Birkenfeld, Germany, September 6, 1851, son of Philip and Julia Barth. Philip Barth, Sr., died in 1854: his widow still resides in Germany. Our subject acquired his trade in Germany and emigrated to this country February 15, 1870. settling at Port Washington, where he has since followed his trade with success. He was married, April 29, 1876, to Susan C. Kropp, who was born at Phillipsburg May 16, 1857, daughter of Jacob and Susan Kropp. Her mother is deceased and her father has remarried and now resides at Phillipsburg with his second wife. To Philip Barth and wife three children have been born - Frank F., Charles R. and Mary E. Barth. Himself and wife are members of the German Lutheran Church. Mr. Barth is a member of the. I. O. O. F., and it was through the efforts of him and two others that the Port Washington Lodge was instituted. He is also a member of the Benevolent German Societv at Dover, Ohio.

JOHN BREMER (deceased), a former resident of Salem Township, was born in Pennsylvania in 1808, son of Conrad and Barbara Bremer. who were natives of Pennsylvania and came to Tuscarawas County about 1814, where they remained through life. John, the subject of this sketch. was united in marriage, in 1831, with Elizabeth Sherren, born in Maryland October 23, 1812, daughter of Andrew and Nancy Sherren, both of whom died in Ohio. To

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John Bremer and wife twelve children were born, of whom four survive, viz, John Hezekiah, Jonas, Sarah E. (wife of Christian Hamersly) and Laura (wife of L. S. Sargent). The deceased are Andrew, Nancy J., Jerusha, Barbara (wife of Ramel), Harriet (wife of E. Mankle), Plin V. and two infants. Mr. Bremer was engaged in farming and stock-raising, and at his death owned a large tract of land in partnership with his brother. He was successful in life and died January 22, 1875. By his death Salem Township lost one of its best citizens. Mrs. Bremer is a member of the Protestant Methodist Church.

JONAS BREMER, farmer, P. O. Port Washington, was born in the house he and his family now occupy, March 8, 1836; son of John and Elizabeth (Sherren) Bremer, who came to this county in 1813. John Bremer was born in Pennsylvania, and died in 1875; his widow, a native of Maryland, is yet liv ing near Port Washington. When eighteen years old, Jonas went to California and remained three years engaged in milling and farming. He then resided at Chicago, Ill., for fifteen years, after which he returned to the old homestead where he was born and, raised, and where he now owns 161 acres of well-improved land. He was married, February 21, 1858, to Catherine M. Price, born November 23, 1840, laughter of William and Mary Price, both deceased. To Mr. and Mrs. Bremer eighteen children have been born, nine of whom are living-Warner N., Jefferson D., Mack C., John, Kate, Laura, Jonas, Dennis H. and Conrad S. Mr. Bremer is a member of the Masonic order.

NATHAN BREMER, farmer, P. O. Part Washington, was born in this county November, 15, 1830, and is the son of Philip and Susan Bremer. Philip Bremer is a native of Pennsylvania, his wife of Kentucky. They settled in this county about 1802, where Philip died in April, 1862, and his wife in 1863. Nathan was united in marriage, April 1, 1853, with Evaline Kail, born in Carroll County August 2, 1830, daughter of Adam and Elizabeth Kail. Adam Kail still lives. Mrs. Bremer is a member of the Lutheran Church. Mr. Bremer has served his township in the capacities of Trustee and Assessor. Their family consisted of four children, three of whom survive--Telith E., wife of Joseph M. Hart; Anna, wife of William Stonehocker; and Susie, wife of R. H. Houtling, Mr. Bremer has been engaged in farming all his life, and owns 223 acres of improved land.

ALVIN M. BROUGH, farmer, P. O. Port Washington, was born in Adams County. Penn., March 9, 1836, and is a son of David and Mary M. I. Brough, natives of the Keystone State, where David died in 1844. Mary M., his wife, was born February 20, 1802, about two miles from New Oxford, on the Gettysburg pike. The celebrated battle was begun in front of the house where she was born, married, and resided till death, which occurred March 19. 1883, in the room of her birth and marriage. She and her husband were the parents of five children-four sons and a daughter. All the children are living, and each of the sons served for three years during, the rebellion. Alvin M. was the third son, and came to this county in 1861. He enlisted in Company H, One Hundred and Twenty-sixth Ohio Volunteer Infantry, in August. 1862, and was mustered out in 1865, having participated in numerous engagements. He was united in marriage, October 19, 1869, with Sarah J. Stocker, born October 19, 1841, daughter of Henry and Elizabeth Stocker. Their children are Henry S., born August 7, 1870; Clarence A., born November 19. 1872; and Helen E., born April 12, 1876. Mr. Brough is a member of the German Reformed Church. He has made farming his principal occupation, and owns a pleasantly located farm of 117 acres, 'where he and his family reside.

JOHN BUCK, farmer, P. O. Wolf's Station, was born in Washington County, Penn., June 28. 1812. and is a son of Thomas and Ann Buck, the

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former a native of Virginia, the latter of Pennsylvania. After the death of his first wife, Ann, Thomas Buck married Eleanor Lindsey, and removed to Carroll County, Ohio, remaining there until his death; his widow died in Clay County, Ind. John Buck, the subject of this sketch, has been a farmer through life. He came to Ohio in 1825, and to this county in 1850. He owns a farm of 148 acres, and has been successful in his business affairs. He was married April 15, 1838, to Margaret Slemmons, born in Harrison County, Ohio, June 22, 1816, daughter of William and Martha Slemmons, both de ceased. This union has been blest with nine children, of whom the following survive: Martha, born December 31, 1839, wife of William Burch; Thomas. born November 11, 1841; Eleanor J., born June 26, 1844, wife of Thomas Shannon; Benoni, born August 17, 1848; John H., born June 29. 1852; Roena I., born October 4, 1856, wife of Clarence Ripley. Anna, born August 12, 1846, was killed by being thrown from a horse in April, 1847; a child born in January, 1854, died in infancy; William H., born November 8. 1858, died September 24, 1870. Mr. Buck and wife have been members of the Presbyterian Church for forty years. He has served as Township Trustee and School Director.

ADAM CAPPEL, tanner, Port Washington, was born in New Bavaria, Germany, June 28, 1828, son of Abraham and Catherine Cappel, who emigrated in 1853 to Ohio, where Mrs. Cappel died two years later, her husband surviving until 1871. Our subject preceded his parents to America. He emigrated to Syracuse, N. Y., in 1848, there learned the tanner's trade, and was married October 18, 1849, to Louisa Closs, born in New Bavaria, Germany, September 26, 1828. In 1851, Adam Cappel came with his family to Port Washington, where he has resided since. The journey was made on a canal boat, railroad facilities for traveling having not yet been developed. In 1862. he opened a tannery for himself, and has since conducted it successfully. His wife departed this life January 22, 1882. Of their seven children, three died in infancy. Those living, are Charles, Adam, Lizzie and Harvey.

AQUILLA CARR, farmer, P. O. Port Washington, was born in this county March 17, 1812, and is consequently one of the oldest pioneers of the county. His parents. William and Catharine Carr, were married here and their license was one of the first issued by the county. William Carr was a native of Maryland and died in 1829; his wife, a native of Virginia, survived until 1870. Aquilla worked on the canal until he was thirty-six years of age, at first for his uncle, afterward in the employ of the State. He has since given his attention to farming, and owns 112 acres of land, most of it improved, near Port Washington. He was married, August 19, 1848, to Elizabeth Bell, born in Maryland October 14, 1821, daughter of Daniel and Susan Bell. Ten children have been born to them, nine of whom survive-- Mary E . wife of John Warner, Clasue E., Calvin E., Amanda J., Susan E.. Isaac G.. Adilla E., Daniel A. and Ida B.; William A. is deceased. Mr. Carr and wife are members of the Moravian Church. He has held all the township offices except Treasurer, and his life has spanned the period of the development of his county. It was almost an unbroken wilderness when he first saw it, and has become be the efforts of such men as he a prosperous and fertile district.

JOHN H. CARR (deceased) was a resident of Port Washington He was born in this county February 22, 1843, son of Benjamin and Mary Carr. both of whom were born in Ohio. Benjamin remained a resident of this county till his death, which occurred in 1879; his widow survives and resides in Port Washington. John H. enlisted in Company E, Fifty-first Ohio Volunteer Infantry. He was taken prisoner while in service, and after his release, was discharged on account of sickness. He afterward returned to the army, and

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remained four months as wagon-master. After the close of the war, he was engaged for fourteen years in running a water pump for the P., C. & St. L. R. R. at Newcomerstown. He was then engaged in keeping the tanks in repair until a short time prior to his death, which occurred December 25, 1881. By his death, Port Washington lost a valuable citizen, and his family a kind husband and loving father. He owned the fine town residence where his widow still resides, and one-half the store now owned by Kline & Co. His widow, Mrs. Lavina Carr, to whom he was married December 20, 1866, was born near Port Washington July 30, 1843. Her father, Edward Stocker, died March 30, 1872; her mother, Mrs. Jane Stocker, is still living. To Mr. and Mrs. Carr were born five children-Slade, born November 18, 1867; Lillis, born August 28, 1869; Leroy, born August 3, 1877; John H. and Vinas H., twins, born August 14, 1881.

ALEXANDER CHAPMAN (deceased) was a farmer of Salem Township, born in Pennsylvania September 5, 1831, son of Richard U. Chapman. Alexander was married September 3, 1859, to Ruth M. Spencer, born in Belmont County, Ohio, September 26, 1839, daughter of Samuel and Isabella Spencer. Mr. and Mrs. Chapman were members of the Disciple Church. She died May 28, 1878, and her husband, Alexander Chapman, followed her to the grave March 3, 1883. Their two children were Henry and Isabelle. The latter was born September 26, 1866, died March 23, 1881. Henry was born August 30, 1860. He was united in marriage, October 4, 1881, with Isolina B. Decker, born in Tuscarawas County December 27, 1861, daughter of Henry Decker. They have one child-Florence A., born September 13, 1882. Mr. Henry Chapman and family reside on the old home farm of 100 acres, where his father had lived for many years.

URIAH T. CROSS, farmer, P. O. Port Washington, was born in Mary. land November 20, 1813, son of Richard and Delila Cross, who emigrated from Maryland, their native State, to Belmont County, Ohio, in 1814, and twenty-one years later to Tuscarawas County, where Richard died November 1, 1848, his widow surviving until March 4, 1867. Uriah T. was married March 14, 1843, to Margaret Barnhouse, born in Carroll County, Ohio, June 24, 1822, daughter of Jacob and Sarah Barnhouse, both deceased. Mr. Cross and wife are members of the Protestant Methodist Church. He has filled the offices of Township Trustee, Justice of the Peace and School Director. To Mr. and Mrs. Cross nine children were born, of whom four survive-Hester R. (wife of Henry Blous), Delila H., Ovid A. (married to Emma Lyons) and Clinton C. (married to Maria Kittsmiller). The deceased are Othello B. (who died in service at Huntsville, Ala.), Mary J., William S. and two infants. Mr. Cross was bred a farmer, and has always followed this pursuit. He began life with nothing, and now owns a place of 174 acres. He has resided on his present farm since 1835, and has changed it from its primitive forest condition to a well-improved farm.

JAMES A. DALLAS, farmer, P. O. Port Washington, was born in Belmont County, Ohio, October 3, 1806. His father, James Dallas, was a native of Loudoun County, Va.; his mother. Fanny Dallas, of Maryland. They were pioneers of Belmont County, emigrating there in 1800, and remaining through life. James A. came to Tuscarawas County in 1834, and has ever since remained its citizen. He was married, January 6, 1831, to Elizabeth Cross, born in Maryland February 22, 1811. Five of their twelve children survive - Milton C., Ezra P., James W., L. Jackson and Elizabeth D. Mr. Dallas has been a life long farmer, and owns nearly 200 acres of land. When he became a resident of this township, comparatively very little of it was cleared. Deer were still plenty, and he has shot from his own door-step at a herd of fifteen

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or twenty. He has attended log-rollings and cabin-raisings for five days in a week, and is conversant, from stern experience, with all the customs and privations of pioneer life.

OZIAS DE LONG, farmer, P. O. Port Washington, was born in Harrison County, Ohio, December 28, 1833, son of Abraham and Elizabeth (Fisher) DeLong, who were married in Harrison County in 1829, and, in 1835, removed to this county, remaining till death. Abraham DeLong was born in Jefferson County in 1796, and died in 1873; his wife was born in Harrison County in 1808, and departed this life in 1838. Ozias is the third of four children. He was reared and has always since resided in this county. He was married, May 23, 1858, to Eliza J. Kinsey, born in this county. December 23, 1831, and is a daughter of Benjamin and Alice Kinsey, The fruits of this union have been three children-Lewis E., Ida J. and Zella Z. Mr. DeLong has always led an agricultural life, and owns ninety-seven and a half acres of well-improved land. He has filled the office of Township Trustee, and been School Director for many years.

FREDRICK P. ECKERT, liveryman, Port Washington, was born in this county April 4, 1851, son of Andrew and Phoebe Eckert, natives of Germany and residents of this county. Frederick learned the shoemaker's trade, and followed it for five years. He then farmed two years, and in the fall of 1879 opened a livery stable at Port Washington, where be has since continued in the business with success. He was married, September 27, 1877, to Barbara J. Stocker, who was born in this county January 30, 1846, daughter of Edward and Jane Stocker. To Mr. Ecker and wife two children have been born- Nellie W., born November 3, 1878, and Nannie W., born March 21. 1880. He is a member of the German Lutheran Church.

JONATHAN EVANS, a resident of this county for forty-nine years, was born in Queen Anne County, Md., November 25, 1807; son of Thomas and Catherine Evans, who removed to Pennsylvania, and after the death of Thomas Evans in 1814, his family came to Belmont County. Ohio, and ten years later to this county. Jonathan came to this county in 1834, and was united in marriage, December 8, 1840, with Rebecca Scott, born in Chester County, Penn., June 9, 1811, daughter of James and Mary M. Scott. Mrs. Evans died November 1, 1881. Mr. Evans and his deceased wife were members of the Presbyterian Church. Three of their five children are living-Jane (wife of Abner Welch), Isaac (married to Flora Hines) and Mary E. Thomas C. and Joseph S. are deceased. The latter fell in his country's service at Nashville, Tenn. Mr. Evans has been a life-long farmer, and owns 160 acres of land. In 1868, be had the misfortune to lose an arm in consequence of an accident while running a threshing machine.

DANIEL EVERHART, P. O. Bakersville, was born in Harrison County. Ohio, March 25, 1823, son of David and Rachel Everhart, natives of this State, and settlers of Tuscarawas County, in the year 1833. David Everhart died in 1839. He and John Haley were struck by lightning at the same time near the house where Daniel and his family now live. Mrs. Rachel Everhart survived until 1858. They were the parents of twelve children, of whom nine yet survive. Daniel, our subject, was married October 18, 1849, to Eleanor Cross, born in Pennsylvania March 10, 1832; and died March 25, 1857. Mr. Everhart was re united in marriage, April 9, 1858. with Mary A. Bender. born in Stark County, Ohio, February 11, 1831), daughter of Frederick and Christiana Bender, both deceased. He and his wife are members of the Lutheran Church. Mr. Everhart has four children, all by his first wife- Theodore, Margaret J., Bethia and James L. He owns 282 acres of improved land, the old home farm of his parents.

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GEORGE FIDLER, merchant, Port Washington, was born in this village August 12, 1846. His father, George Fidler, Sr., was a native of Pennsylvania, and came to Tuscarawas County in 1843; his mother, Catherine, was a native of Ohio George Fidler, Sr., died in September, 1846; his wife survived until January, 1879. George, the subject of this sketch, was first married, October 14, 1866, to Mary Wilson, born in Ohio March 2, 1847, died May 27, 1867. Mr. Fidler's second wife was Anna Stocker, whom he married September 12, 1869. She was born in this county November 12, 1850, and is a daughter of Edward and Jane Stocker, the latter of whom is still living. The children of Mr. and Mrs. Fidler are Jennie and Kittie, twins, born May 16, 1870; Dickie was born August 29, 1874, died January 23, 1879. Mrs. Fidler in religious belief is a Lutheran. Mr. Fidler is a member of the I. O. O. F. For thirteen years he was engaged in farming; he then clerked for a year. after which he purchased the dry goods, grocery and furnishing goods establishment of which he is now a partner. The firm name is Carr & Fidler, and they enjoy a wide and valuable patronage.

PETER GASKILL, farmer, P. O. Wolf's Station, is one of the oldest pioneers of the county, having resided here for sixty-six years. When he came,. it was an almost unbroken wilderness, but three families then living on Buckhorn Creek. Mr. Gaskill was born in Lancashire, England, September 12, 1803, son of John and Mary Gaskill, who emigrated to this country when Peter was but thirteen years old. After the death of her husband, Mrs. Mary Gaskill removed from this county to Illinois, where she died. Peter was married, January 26, 1825, to Margaret Flock, born in New Jersey in February, 1807. After her death, he was again wedded, November 16, 1862, to Jemima Croghan, born February 17, 1831. Mr. and Mrs. Gaskill are members of the Methodist Episcopal Church, as was also his first wife. Of his sixteen children, ten are living-Elizabeth, wife of William Thompson; Jemima, wife of William Croghan; Amanda J., wife of Hercules Clements; Eunice, wife of Wilson Myers; Theodore E., Allen G., Lorenzo C., William S., John T. and Mary B. Mr. Gaskill was reared on the farm, and has followed that avocation through life. except for two years, when he worked at the carpenter trade. He owns 150 acres of land where he has resided, except for an interim of two years, from boyhood.

ISAAC GRAY (deceased) was a resident and a farmer of Salem Township. He was born in Guernsey County, Ohio, September 9,1820, son of John and Sarah Gray, natives of Virginia, and emigrated to Ohio, where John Gray died; his widow died in Iowa. Isaac Gray was engaged in farming most of his life, and at the time of his death owned 199 acres of land. He was for many years a local minister in the Methodist Episcopal Church. He was united in marriage, February 28, 1839, with Mary Hide, born in Pennsylvania September 11, 1822, daughter of Andrew and Mary Hide, both of whom died in Ohio. Of the eleven children born to Mr. and Mrs. Gray, eight survive, viz., John, Andrew, Mary M., William B., Rachel C., Martha H., Isaac W. and George E.; the deceased are William H., Sarah E. and Eliza A. Mrs. Gray survives her husband and is a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church.

BENJAMIN F. GROSS, proprietor of planing mill, Port Washington, was born in this county October 28, 1847. His mother, Malinda, is a native of Port Washington; his father, Benedict Gross, of Switzerland. Both are still living and reside at Lock 17. Benjamin Gross began life for himself as a clerk. He was afterward engaged in the stock business in Iowa, and in 1877, began dealing in lumber and manufacturing doors, blinds, sashes, etc., at Port Washington. He is an enterprising and energetic young man, and has been very successful in his business. He was married, May 22, 1879, to Anna

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J. Hay, who was born in Coshocton County March 22, 1862. Two children have been born to them --Robert B. and Harry.

CHRISTIAN HAMMERSLEY, farmer, P. O. Port Washington, was born in this township December 6, 1834, son of Andrew and Catherine Hammersley, both natives of Pennsylvania. Mrs. Catherine Hammersley is still living at Port Washington. Christian was united in marriage, May 14. 1866, with Sarah E. Bremer, born near Port Washington December 9, 1845, daughter of John and Elizabeth Bremer. The family of Mr. and Mrs. Hammersley consists of six children-Alyda E., John O., Jonas W., Plin C., Katie C. and Alexander. Mr. Hammersley boated for ten years on the canal with Capt. Stocker, and has since devoted his attention mostly to farming. Commencing in life with nothing, he has now a farm of 202 acres of excellent land. He enlisted October 15, 1861, as a musician in Capt. Carhart's company, and remained in service one year.

W. J. HASKINSON, Port Washington, was born in this county December 27, 1834, eon of Benjamin and Lucinda Haskinson. His father was a native of Virginia, where he was born in 1785. He emigrated to Tuscarawas County where he died in 1855. Lucinda, the mother of our subject, was born in Pennsylvania, in 1786 and died in 1863. W. J. was reared on the farm, and at the age of twenty years, entered mercantile life, at which he continued for fourteen years, and since then he has pursued various avocations, including gardening, settling up estates, etc. For six years he was engaged in the revenue service. Mr. Haskinson was married, October 28, 1855, to Miss Eliza Wonner, who was born at Port Washington May 27, 1840; and is the daughter of J. D. and Elizabeth Wonner. They have three children-Ola V., wife of John Gregor, who now resides in Denver, Colo.; Elizabeth AT. and Ernest. Mr. Haskinson is a Mason, and has filled all the offices of his lodge, except Tiler, and has been Master ten years. He has been Mayor of the village, and is now serving his third term as Justice of the Peace.

DR. F. G. HELMS, physician, Port Washington, was born in Belmont County, Ohio, May 16, 1849. He completed his medical course June 19, 1873, and has since been engaged in the successful practice of his profession. He was married, December 31, 1873, to Julia Rogers, who was born in Harrison County September 8, 1846, daughter of Elijah and Mary Rogers. Mr. Rogers died in 1880, his widow yet survives. Mrs. Helms is a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church. Dr. Helms is an Odd Fellow and Knight of Pythias. He has resided at Port Washington for eight years. His two children are Thomas, born August 2, 1878, and Fannie, born December 11, 1881.

FREDERICK HEYLMAN, Port Washington, was born in Prussia March 29, 1829. His parents both died in Germany his father, Frederick C., October 31, 1851, his mother, Mary E., June 30, 1871. Frederick, our subject, emigrated to America in 1850 and, in 1851, settled in Port Washington. where he has since resided. He was married, May 29, 1853, to Mary E. Barth, born in Germany, February 21, 1825, daughter of Philip and Louisa Barth, both of whom died in the old country, the father in 1856, the mother in 1826. To Mr. and Mrs. Heylman only one child, Caroline, was given. She was born February 22, 1854, and died September 15, 1860. Mr. Heylman learned the shoe-maker's trade and followed it for eighteen years. Since then he has been variously engaged. He owns thirty-four and one-half acres of fine bottom land, and also town property. In business matters he has been successful since coming to this county. He has been a member of the village council and a Mason. He and wife are members of the German Lutheran Church.

HEBBORD HILL (deceased), was born in Culpepper County, Va., March 16, 1806, son of Jesse and Mary Hill, natives of Virginia, and who came to

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Ohio, where they remained through life. Hebbord was married, October 8, 1832, to Eleanor Booth, born in England June 5, 1811, daughter of Daniel and Sarah Booth, who crossed the ocean and settled in Oxford Township, this county, when Eleanor was a child. To Mr. and Mrs. Hill were born nine children-William, Sarah, Eliza J., Martha, George, James, Nancy, Catherine and Jesse. Mr. Hill was engaged in farming during the greater part of his life, and at his death, which occurred March 27, 1869, owned 600 acres of land, where his widow and family still reside. Mr. Hill was a successful farmer, an esteemed citizen, and for over twenty-six years a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church, of which he was also class leader for ten years.

ISAAC HILL, farmer, P. O. Port Washington, one of the oldest pioneers of the county. was born on the farm he now occupies April 5, 1813, son of Jesse and Mary Hill, who emigrated to Ohio from Virginia soon after 1800, and settled on the farm where they remained till death. Jesse Hill died about 1816; his wife preceded him to the grave twelve years. Isaac was reared on the farm; acquired the best common school education that could be obtained in that early day. He has always followed farming, and owns 200 acres of excellent land, located here near the Tuscarawas River. He was married, October 16, 1835, to Eliza Booth, who was born in Oxford Township, January 17, 1820, daughter of Daniel and Sarah Booth, both deceased. Mr. and Mrs. Hill are members of the Methodist Episcopal Church. They have been blessed with six children, but two of whom, John W. and Ellen A., survive. The deceased are Joseph B. and Mary E., twins, Sarah J. and George W.

JOHN W. HILL. farmer, P. O. Port Washington, was born in this county March 5, 1837, son of Isaac and Eliza Hill, both natives and residents in this county. John W. has been a lifelong and a successful farmer. He owns 173 acres of land, well improved. He was married, September 26, 1862, to Sarah E. Tidrick, born in this county July 16, 1840, daughter of John and Joanna Tidrick, both of whom yet survive. Of the eight children born unto them, seven are living, viz.: Elmer E.. Eliza E., Anna B., Ada M., Lula M.. Albert B. and John W. Mary E, was born January 4, 1863, and died the same year.

ROBERT HILL. retired farmer, P. O. Port Washington, was born in Salem Township May 3, 1817. He is a son of Jesse and Mary Hill, natives of Virginia, who emigrated to this township and county in 1806, and were thus among the earliest pioneers. Robert was the youngest of nine children, five of whom survive, and while yet a boy his parents died and he was thrown upon his own resources to struggle with the world. After completing his education. he began clerking in a dry goods store. continuing for twenty years. At first he received but $50 a year, but the salary was advanced until it reached $300. Mr. Hill then turned his attention. to farming. He purchased a farm of 195 acres, and added to it until his possessions reached 620 acres. He still retains 550 acres of well improved land. He was married; October 12, 1844, to Catherine. daughter of Christian and Sarah Wise, of Coshocton County. She was born in that county April 5, 1820. To them have been born six children. of whom only two, Milton B. and William M., survive. The deceased are George D., Mattie E., Thomas and Alice A. Mr. and Mrs. Hill are members of the Methodist Church. Mr. Hill's life has been very successful. commencing with nothing, he has by his application and energy accumulated a goodly share of property.

J. KINSEY, dealer in confectioneries, tobaccos and cigars, fine liquors, etc., Port Washington, was born in Switzerland February 28, 1812, son of Samuel and Mary Kinsey, both of whom died in Switzerland, the father March 10. 1878, the mother about a year earlier. Our subject emigrated to

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New Philadelphia in 1869. In 1871, he came to Port Washington, and engaged in his present business, continuing it successfully since. He was united in marriage, November 12, 1871. with Anna Barbara, born in Switzerland July 15, 1848, daughter of Christian and Macalena Hudle, both of whom died in Switzerland-Christian in 1868 and Macalena in 1867. To Mr. and Mrs. Kinsey two children have been born-Charles A. and Ellen J. Mr. Kinsey is a member of the I. O. O. F. and of the Knights of Pythias. Since coming to Tuscarawas County he has been highly prosperous in business.

DR. DANIEL M. I. KINSEY, physician, Port Washington, was born in Clay Township, this county, July 14, 1854, son of Joseph and Nancy Kinsey. Joseph Kinsey was born in the Canton of Berne, Switzerland, in February. 1818, and emigrated with his parents to America about 1830. settling in Tuscarawas County. His wife, Nancy, was born in this State May 22, 1820, Daniel, the subject of this notice, completed his medical course in March. 1879, and commenced practice at Port Washington, where he now resides with his family. He was united in marriage, April 18, 1878, with Sarah M. Knaus, born in Warwick Township June 26, 1852, daughter of John and Anne Knaus, both of whom are yet living and reside in Warwick Township. The Doctor and wife are members of the Moravian Church. Two children have been born unto them--Leslie R. and Mamie G.

PETER KRIEGER, farmer, P. O. Port Washington, was born in Germany December 14, 1826, son of Philip and Mary E. Krieger. who, in 1848. emigrated to America and settled in this township. Philip Krieger died in 1867; his widow, who was born August 31, 1806, is still living. Peter learned the trade of butcher in his native land, and followed it for many years at Port Washington. He was for a long time the only butcher in the village. He has since given his attention to farming, and now owns 144 acres, where he and his family reside. Mr. Krieger was married, July 3, 1851, to Margaret Seibel, born in Germany February 3, 1831, daughter of Philip and Mary E. Seibel, both of whom are deceased. They are members of the German Lutheran Church. Of the thirteen children born to Mr. and Mrs. Krieger. nine are living, viz. : Philip, born November 18, 1871; Maria E., born January 28, 1853, wife of Charles Engel; Catherine, born November 28, 1854, wife of Frederick Rausch; Margaret, born November 4, 1858, wife of Philip Hoffman; Martha, born April 1, 1864; Julianna, born June 22, 1868; Paulina, born August 31, 1870; Dorotha, born June 22, 1872; Philopene, born April 7, 1874. The deceased are Caroline. burn December 5, 1856, died May 9, 1857: Peter, born August 24, 1860, died June 15, 1867; Charlie, born August 2, 1862, died May 7, 1867; Clara, born March 4, 1866, died February 14, 1879.

PHILIP LAMNECK, carpenter and teacher, Port Washington, was born in Prussia March 4, 1845, son of Peter and Elizabeth (Knapp) Lamneck, who emigrated from their native land in 1856, and settled in Port Washington. Mrs. Elizabeth Lamneck died here October 14, 1861, and Peter afterward married Anna B. Haas and removed to Coshocton, where they now reside. Philip learned the carpenter's trade, and, in 1866, commenced teaching school in Westmoreland Co., Penn. He taught in that county four successive winters. He was married, March 23, 1875, to Mary C. Schug, born in this State July 7, 1854, daughter of Henry and Margaret Schug, now of Clay Township. Their children are William E., born January 2, 1876; Theodore C., born February 14, 1878; Arthur P., born March 12, 1880; and Katie E., born February 5. 1882, died on October 22, same year. Mr. Lamneck is a Mason; has been Township Clerk for nine and Corporation Clerk for eight years. He was for two years member of the Village Council. He follows his trade in summer and teaches in winter, and owns a nice town property.

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CHARLES LANG, merchant, Port Washington, was born in Lauterecken, Bavaria, Germany, August 13, 1836. His father, John Lang, died in 1843, and in 1855 Elizabeth Lang, his widow, the mother of the subject of this sketch, emigrated to America. She died in Tuscarawas County December 9, 1871. Charles Lang was married, December 4, 1864, to Bettie Ginther, who was born in Port Washington January 17, 1840. Three children were born to them-George, born September 11, 1865, died October 14, 1871; Minnie E., born December 27, 1867; and Charles, born August 5, 1870. Mrs. Lang is a member of the Lutheran Church. Mr. Lang has filled the offices of Township Clerk, member of School Board, and Treasurer of Port Washington. He was engaged in a grocery and provision store from April, 1860, until June, 1864. Since this latter date, he has followed various occupations until 1872, when he formed a partnership with Augustus Ley, under the firm name of A. Ley & Co., dealers in dry goods, groceries; etc. Mr. Lang is a public-spirited and enterprising citizen of Port Washington.

AUGUSTUS LEY, merchant, Port Washington, was born in Shanesville, this county, October 11, 1839, son of Charles and Susan C. Ley, who are natives of Germany. Charles Ley was born in November, 1808; his wife, in 1817. They emigrated to Ohio in 1831, and settled in Sugar Creek Township, this county, where they have since remained. Of their eight children, six are yet living. Augustus came to Port Washington in 1869, and has lived here since. He was married, June 1, 1865, to Harriet J. Powell, who was born near Bakersville, Ohio, February 22, 1845, daughter of Henry C. and Fannie Powell. Mrs. Powell died in 1876, and Mr. Powell afterward united in marriage with Lucretia Meeks. They now reside near Bakersville. The children of Mr. and Mrs. Augustus Ley are Charles H., Francis W., Lewis E., Howard A., Albert W. and Minnie M. Mr. Ley has engaged in merchandising all his life, and is senior member of the firm of A. Ley & Co. He and Samuel Slade are the builders and proprietors of the first creamery in the county, put in operation in 1883. He has served his township in the capacity of Treasurer and Clerk.

JAMES LYONS, farmer, P. O. Port Washington, was born in Hanover Township, Washington County, Penn., November 19, 1813, son of James and Sarah Lyons, both of whom died in Pennsylvania, the former June 7, 1857, and the latter April 4, 1841. James, the subject of this sketch, was united in marriage, September 18, 1845, with Margaret Watson, who also was born in Hanover Township, Washington County, Penn., May 17, 1824, daughter of Robert and Nancy Watson, who emigrated to Ohio in 1849. Robert Watson died February 26, 1876: his wife, February 5, 1873. To Mr. and Mrs. Lyons five children were born-Sarah, wife of Samuel B. Miller; Robert W.; Nancy, wife of Amos J. Sneary; Jane, wife of John Millburn; and John. James Lyons finished a collegiate education in 1844. and for a number of years afterward was engaged in teaching. He then adopted agricultural pursuits, which he has successfully followed since. He has resided on his present faun since 1866, and owns 264 acres of excellent land.

DANIEL McCONNEL, farmer, P. O. Newcomerstown, was born in Washington County, Penn., September 24, 1810, son of Daniel and Elizabeth McConnel, both of whom died in Pennsylvania. Daniel, our subject, came to Tuscarawas County in 1839, and has been its resident ever since. He was married, March 19, 1843, to Sarah McMahan, born in Lancaster County, Penn., October 11, 1826, daughter of James and Elizabeth McMahan. To Mr. and Mrs. McConnel ten children have been born, of whom the following survive: Mary, James, William, Flora J., Thomas J., John D., Margaret A. and Sherman. Belinda and Elizabeth are deceased. Mr. McConnel is a black-

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smith by trade, but for the past eighteen years has engaged in farming pursuits. He owns a pleasant little home of sixty acres.

GEORGE W. McPHERSON, farmer, Port Washington, was born in this county in 1847. He was married on August 9, 1866, to Jennie Coppage, daughter of Richard and Martha Coppage. Their marriage has been blessed with three children, all living-Ella A., born January 4, 1868; Joseph, born October 17, 1871; Richard S., born January 13, 1873. Mr. and Mrs. McPherson are both descendants of pioneer families. Mr. McPherson has always made farming his occupation, and has followed it successfully.

TOM H. MOORE, jeweler, Port Washington, was born in West Virginia June 18, 1853. His parents, Forest and Margaret Moore, were natives of Pennsylvania, and removed to Ohio, where they were married. They afterward settled in West Virginia, where Forest Moore died November 3, 1863. On November 3, 1865, his widow united in marriage with William Edwards. now deceased; his widow still resides in West Virginia. Tom H. was married, October 5, 1873, to Ella A. Watson, born April 18, 1854, in Cleveland. daughter of James and Anna M. Watson. Mrs. Watson departed this life October 18, 1873. The subject of this sketch has been engaged in the jewelry business since he was eleven years of age. He owns the only jewelry store and repair shop in Port Washington, and enjoys a good trade. He has been Mayor and Marshal of the village, and also served as Constable of the township.

EMIL MUNKEL, proprietor of the only billiard saloon and restaurant in Port Washington, was born in Preston. Saxony, Germany, August 29, 1839. His father, Frederick W., was born December 6, 1798, and died in Germany March 30, 1862; his mother, Christina, was born July 19, 1798, and departed this life September 27, 1855. Emil, our subject, emigrated to Canada, July 14, 1869, and the same year came to Port Washington. He here engaged for a time in giving instruction in music. After traveling for a year, he returned to his pupils in Port Washington. He next accepted a position as book-keeper in New York City, and then engaged in the hosiery and glove business, under the firm name of Hoche & Co., remaining until 1873. Coming again to Port Washington, Mr. Munkel purchased a distillery from John Stall, and carried on this business three years, after which he opened a retail liquor store, and followed this business until April, 1883, when he began his present occupation. Mr. Munkel has been thrice married. His first wife was Louisa Andrew, born in Germany. They were married in 1864. To his second wife, Hattie Bemer, he was married December 20, 1872. To this union one child, Ora E.. was born. The third marriage was with Sarah Barnhouse, November 29, 1874. By this marriage there have been three children-Clara M., Maggie and Helen. Mr. and Mrs. Munkel are members of the Lutheran Church. His deceased wives were of the same faith.

MILTON W. NARGNEY, merchant, Port Washington, was born in Pennsylvania March 24, 1832. His father, James, was a native of Maryland; his mother, Jane M., of Pennsylvania. In 1834 they emigrated to Guernsey County. Ohio. Six years later they came to this county, where James Nargney died in 1844; his widow still survives, and resides at Newcomerstown. Milton W. united in marriage, December 31, 1857, with Miss Jane Thompson, a native of Salem Township, where she was born November 24, 1838. She is a daughter of James and Jane Thompson. James Thompson died March 26, 1873, aged seventy-five years; his widow died in March, 1880. Mr. Nargney has been a warm advocate, and a leader in the temperance cause. It is mainly to his efforts and assistance that Port Washington owes the fine church edifice now in process of construction. Mrs. Nargney is a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church. They have two children--James O. and John M.. both of

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whom are associated with their father in business, under the firm name of M. W. Nargney & Sons, dealers in groceries, 'provisions, confectionery, fruits, nuts, cigars; tobaccos, glassware, toys, notions, books, stationery and periodicals. The firm is doing an extensive and a successful business.

JONATHAN NORRIS, farmer, P. O. Wolf's Station, was born in Coshocton County November 28, 1828, son of David and Sarah Norris, who came to Tuscarawas County in 1829. Mrs. Sarah Norris was a native of Jefferson County, Ohio. She died August 28, 1855: David Norris was born in Cumberland County, Md. ; after the decease of his first wife, the mother of our subject, he was married to Mrs. Rebecca (Miller) Kail. He died in 1871, and his widow still survives. Jonathan was united in marriage, December 3, 1848, with Duanna Howell, daughter of Hezekiah and Rachel Howell (both deceased); she was born in Belmont County, Ohio, September 7, 1826. This marriage was blessed with six children, three of whom, Ingeby, Sarah J. and Maria A., survive. David, Rachel and an unnamed infant are deceased. Mr. Norris has served as School Director and Constable. He has always been a farmer, and owns 120 acres of improved land. He enlisted in Company F, One Hundred and Ninety-eight Ohio Volunteer Infantry, March 1, 1865, and was mustered out at Washington City October 28, 1865.

PETER J. PETEY, farmer, P. O. Port Washington, was born in Clay Township November 6, 1847, son of Peter and Anna C. (Kesler) Petry, who emigrated from Germany to the United States about 1847. Not having funds sufficient to take both to a Western home, Mr. Petry stopped at New Jersey, and they came to Ohio one at a time. Mrs. Petry coming first. W hen both arrived, they settled on a farm in Clay Township, and have since remained there. Peter J., the subject of this sketch, was united in marriage, August 4, 1878, with Caroline Seibel; born on the farm where her husband and family now reside, May 17, 1850. She is the daughter oŁ Frederick and Catherine Seibel, boat deceased. 'Mr. and Mrs. Petry are members of the Port Washington Moravian Church, of which he is Trustee and Treasurer, and a member of the building committee. He is also a Trustee of the township, and a member of the School Board. Mr. Petry has always followed farming, and owns ninety-four acres of land, also a house and lot in Edgefield.

JOHN JACOB PORCHER, blacksmith, P. O. Port Washington, was born in Germany October 27, 1825, son of George N. and Caroline Porcher, who died in the old country. Our subject came to Tuscarawas County in 1848, and settled where he has since remained. He was married, April 12, 1850, to Catherine Grossarth, born in Germany December 22, daughter of Charles and Catherine Grossarth, who emigrated to the United States in 1843, and died in this township. Mr. and Mrs. Porcher are members of the German Lutheran Church. Their marriage has been blessed with eight children, of whom seven are now living, viz., Charles and Peter, twins; Caroline, wife of Philip Reidenbaugh; Jacob M., married to Mary Haupert; Catherine, wife of Philip Kreiger; Wilhelmina and Emma. Frederick W. is deceased. Mr. Porcher learned the blacksmith trade in Germany. and followed it for thirty-eight. years. He has since retired, and lives on his farm of ninety-four and one-half acres of well-improved land.

HON. H. H. PORTER, attorney at law, Port Washington, was born in Holmes-County September 17, 1838. His father, James Porter, was born in Fayette County, Penn., September 19, 1794, and was married in Pennsylvania March 27, 1817. His wife, Rachel, was born December 11, 1795. James Porter was a minister of the Disciple Church through life. He came to Ohio, remaining a short time in Licking County, then removed to Holmes County. In 1848, he brought his family to a farm near Ragersville, and three years

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later settled in New Philadelphia. He was accidentally killed, January 24, 1854, by a runaway team. His widow survived until 1869. Henry H., our subject, received an education in New Philadelphia and at Wittenberg College, Springfield, Ohio. He began his career as a teacher; then read law with Judge McIlvaine, of New Philadelphia. At the age of twenty-one he was appointed School Examiner, being the youngest man at the time who has ever held that position. For several years he was ticket and freight agent on the Pan Handle Railroad, resigning his position to engage in the practice of law at Port Washington, where he has since remained. Mr. Porter was married. July 17, 1862, to Miss Frances E., daughter of Jacob Snyder. who now resides in Iowa. She was born March 9, 1841. Of the six children born to Mr. Potter, five survive-Lorena M., Eva A.. Minnie E., Minerva P. and George; Anna F. is deceased. Mr. Porter is a member of the Masonic order, and is the owner of 188 acres of well-improved land. besides his home residence in Port Washington. He has held various local offices, and was elected a member of the State Legislature in 1879. The office he filled with credit to himself and to the satisfaction of his constituents.

FREDERICK RAUSCH, farmer. P. O. Port Washington, was born in Germany October 23, 1830, son of Philip and Catherine Rausch, who emigrated to America and settled in Tuscarawas County in 1848. After the death of his wife. Mrs. Catherine Rausch, about 1853, Philip removed to Indiana. where he died about fifteen years later. Frederick was united in marriage, February 4, 1850, with Catherine Rausch, born in Germany November 8, 1828. daughter of Abraham and Elizabeth Rausch, both of whom died in Germany. Thirteen children have been born to Mr. and Mrs. Rausch-William, Catharine. Julianne, Philip, Frederick, Henry, Elizabeth, Caroline, Margaret, Daniel, Georgia, Louisa and Sarah. Mr. Rausch and wife are members of the German Lutheran Church. He has been Trustee of the township and School Director, a lifelong and successful farmer, and now owns a handsome property of 253 acres.

FREDERICK RETZLER, merchant tailor, Port Washington, was born in Prussia, May 4, 1827. His father, Henry Retzler, died in Germany April 12, 1878 ; his mother August 10, 1868. Frederick was married, December 1, 1862, to Maggie Brown, born in Trienne, Germany. August 8, 1838, daughter of Valentine and Dolly Brown. Her father died October 1, 1853 ; her mother still resides in Germany. Mr. Retzler emigrated with his wife to the United States in May, 1863, and the same year settled in this county, where he has since remained, engaged in tailoring. He owns a merchant tailoring establishment and enjoys a good patronage. Of his seven children, six survive - Elvira M., Charlie J., Dollie, Freddie C., Lizzie C. and Celesta M. Theadore W. is deceased. Mr. Retzler has served as a member of the Town Council and as Cemetery Director. He and family are members of the Lutheran Church.

JACOB RETZLER, farmer, P. O. Port Washington, was born in Prussia January 12, 1830, son of Henry and Dollie Retzler. Jacob was married in Prussia June 15, 1854, to Fredericka Schmidt, who also was a native of Prussia, where she was born June 2, 1829. In 1855, the year after their marriage, they emigrated to America. Mr. Retzler has been engaged principally in farming during his life, and now owns 100 acres of well improved land. He and his wife are members of the German Lutheran Church. Their living children are Jacob W., Catherine, Caroline, Charlotte, Charles C., Frederick F. and Lizzie. Margaret is deceased.

BENEDICT REYNOLDS (deceased) was born in Pennsylvania March 1, 1801, son of Benedict and Mary Reynolds, both of whom died in Pennsylva-

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nia. Benedict, our subject, settled in Jefferson County, Ohio, in 1827; thence removed to this county, where he died July 4, 1855. His loss was deeply felt by his many friends. Mr. Reynolds was a life-long farmer, and at the time of his decease owned 120 acres of land. He was married, January 15, 1829, to Edith Kerney, who was born in Maryland, twelve miles from Baltimore, September 2, 1810, daughter of John and Jane Kerney, both of whom died in Jefferson County, Ohio. Mrs. Reynolds came to Jefferson County when she was but eighteen years of age. She survives her husband, and is a member of the Presbyterian Church. The five children born to Mr. and Mrs. Reynolds are Mary J., Margaretta, Edith, Erastus and Benedict.

JOHN A. ROENBAUGH, farmer, P. O. Port Washington, was born in Bavaria, Germany. August 13, 1818, son of George Jacob and Elizabeth Roenbaugh. who, in 1831, left their native land, crossed the ocean and settled in Pennsylvania. Three years later, they came to Tuscarawas County, where George J. Roenbaugh died in 1841 ; his wife in June, 1849. John A. was married March 18, 1841, to Eve Huffman, born in Bavaria, Germany, in 1820, daughter of Daniel and Elizabeth Huffman, who emigrated to Ohio and afterward removed to Indiana, where they died. Mr. Roenbaugh and wife are members of the Moravian Church. Nine children have been born to them, seven of whom survive-George J., Eliza J. (wife of Amos Huff), Mary A. (wife of Thomas Huff), Caroline (wife of Erastus Fidler), John F., Cynthia and Elizabeth N. Peter and Elizabeth are deceased. Mr. Roenbaugh has been a life-long farmer, and owns 320 acres of land. He is a Mason. Has filled the office of Justice of the Peace for twenty-one years.

ABRAHAM SALCHLI, one of Port Washington's enterprising citizens, was born in Switzerland June 14, 1842, son of Casper and Mar Salchli, both of whom died in their native country-Casper in 1857 and Mary, his wife, in 1878. Abraham emigrated to America and settled in Cleveland in 1871. He was married, March 29, 1873, to Mina Brand, born in Switzerland near the French line, May 21. 1852, daughter of Christian Brand, who crossed the ocean in 1868. Mr. Salchli and wife came to Port Washington in 1874, and have since resided there. They are members of the German Lutheran Church. Two children were born to them--Ida, born September 1, 1874, died aged twenty-one days, and Charlie, born November 15, 1875. Mr. Salchli is the owner of the only meat market at Port Washington, in which business he has been engaged since his arrival there. His business has been prosperous, and he owns a nice town property, where he and his little family reside.

ABRAHAM SCHNEIDER, manufacturer of carriages and wagons, Port Washington, was born in Prussia March 8, 1837, son of Abraham and Elizabeth S Schneider, who emigrated to America and settled in this county in 1858. Abraham Schneider, Sr., died in 1874. His widow resides on a farm near Dover. Abraham, our subject, emigrated to this county in 1853. and has since resided here. He was united in marriage in 1859, with Louisa Schug, who was born in Prussia September 19, .1839, and emigrated when a little girl to the United States with her parents. Three children have been born to Mr. and Mrs. Schneider-Charlie, Adam H. and John A. Charlie was married, May 16, 1882. to Olive L. Berkshire, who was born November 15, 1863. Mr. Schneider has been engaged in his present business since coming to America. Besides his manufactory in Port Washington, he is owner and proprietor of an extensive carriage and wagon factory in Gilmore.

JACOB B. SHANNON (deceased), a former resident of Salem Township, was born in Harrison County, Ohio, October 12, 1831, and departed this life January 17, 1863. He was a son of Zacheus B. and Jemima Shannon, both of whom died in this county. Though carpenter by trade, Jacob B. engaged in

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agricultural pursuits, until the opening of the rebellion, when his patriotism led him to abandon his peaceful avocation and lend his might in defense of his country's flag. He enlisted October 12, 1861, as a private under Capt. Chalfant, Company E, Fifty-first Ohio Volunteer Infantry; remained with his regiment until July, 1862, when rheumatism compelled him to go to the hospital. He rejoined his company November 23, went with his comrades to Murfreesboro, and on the bloody field of Stone River received his mortal wound. January 2, 1863, dying on the 15^th. He bade his family farewell on the 27th of October, 1861, for three years, but ere his time had half expired. he fell a scarificeto his country, leaving a wife, three sons, two daughters, and many friends to mourn his loss. He had married Sarah B. Ripley April J. 1851. She was born in this county December 21, 1833, and is a daughter of Stephen Andrew and Eliza J. Ripley, of this township. The children of Mr. and Mrs. Shannon are Thomas J., John W., Martha L. (wife of Theodore L. Mumaw), Flora J. (wife of John W. Chapman) and Jacob M.

JAMES M. SIMMERS, farmer, P. O. Port Washington. was born October 16, 1841, son of John and Susan Simmers, the former of whom emigrated from Canada to this county in 1818, the latter from England in 1828. John Simmons died in this county May 28, 1881. His widow still lives in this county. James M. was married, April 14, 1870, to Mary L. Ritchie, who is the daughter of Daniel and Louisa Ritchie. The former was born November 6, 1802, and died December 17, 1868. His wife was born April 17, 1807, and is making her home with Mr. Simmers. Louisa Ritchie has also been making her home with our subject since March 19, 1883. Since his marriage, Mr. Simmers has resided on his present farm, which contains 114 acres of well improved land. He has engaged in farming and stock dealing, and is an enterprising citizen. Mrs. Simmers is a member of the Lutheran Church.

SAMUEL SLADE, internal revenue officer, Port Washington, was born in Devonshire, England, July 24, 1831, and emigrated with his parents, George and Orange Slade, and came from Canada to Ohio in 1840. They first settled in Coshocton County; afterward in Salem Township, this county, where they have since resided. Mrs. Orange Slade departed this life February 16, 1865. Samuel Slade, our subject, enlisted as a private in Company E, Fifty-first Ohio Volunteer Infantry; was promoted time after time until he became Sen ior Captain; is at present with the regiment. He was in all the engagements of his regiment save two. He is a member of the Masonic order, and has been in the internal revenue service for fifteen years. He was united in mar riage, July 26, 1868, to Miss Caroline E. Gross, who was born November 17, 1845, and is the daughter of Benedict and Melinda Gross, both of whom survive. Their union has been blessed with three children-Mary, Fannie and Annie.

EDWARD STOCKER (deceased) was born in Pennsylvania in 1811, son of Adam Stocker, who emigrated from Pennsylvania to Salem Township, and remained here, a prominent farmer, till his death. Edward was raised on the farm, and was married to Jane Pierce, born in Canada April 14, 1814, and emigrated to Ohio with her parents. The children born to Edward and Jane Stocker were Louisa, wife of Joseph Hooper: Thomas J., married to Louisa Price, and present Trustee of this township; Levina, wife of John H. Carr, deceased; Barbara J., wife of Frederick P, Eckert; Jerusha A., wife of George Fidler; Henry H., Assessor of Salem Township; and Edward. Mr. Stocker departed this life March 31, 1872. He was a life-long farmer of this township, and an enterprising, public-spirited citizen, always ready to assist in any enterprise to promote the good of his community or county. By his death, Salem Township lost a valued citizen. his wife an endearing husband, and his

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children a kind father. His widow is still living, a resident of the old homestead of 350 acres of well-improved land, with two of her children.

THOMAS J. STOCKER. proprietor of saw mill, Port Washington, was born in this township February 7, 1841, son of Edward and Jane (Pierce) Stocker. He was united in marriage, October 25, 1863, with Louisa Price, born in Clay Township November 13. 1842, and a daughter of Alexander H. and Isabella Price. Alexander H. Price died in February, 1878. His widow is now a resident of Port Washington. To Mr. and Mrs. Thomas J. Stocker seven children have been born--Ada B., Jennie M., Anna, Charles E., Mary, Frederick and Fannie. Mr. Stocker has been filling the office of Township Trustee for six years, and has also been member of the School Board and of the Council. He has been engaged in the saw mill business for many years, and is the owner of 120 acres of land and valuable town property.

ANDREW P. STOCKER, farmer, P. O. Port Washington, was born in Northampton County, Penn., April 28, 1817, son of Francis and Barbara Stocker. both of whom died in Pennsylvania, the former about 1824, the latter about 1865. Andrew P. came to this county in 1838. He learned the blacksmith trade, and followed it for seven years. He then turned his attention to farming, and has ever since engaged in it. He owns 297 1/2 acres of land, which he has obtained as the reward of his own industry. He was married. October 15, 1841, to Elizabeth Stocker, born in this State August 25, 1823. She departed this life in 1863, and Mr. Stocker was reunited in marriage, April 19, 1864, with Mary Spencer, born in Muskingum County, Ohio, February 4, 1833. Mr. and Mrs. Stocker are members of the Presbyterian Church, with which denomination his first wife also was connected. He is the father of ten children, eight of whom are living, viz.: Sabina B., Emma, Ellen, Gashum, Mary, Frank L., Rumane and Hiram M.; Lydia and Jacob are deceased.

FRANCIS STOCKER, farmer, P. O. Port Washington, was born in Salem Township June 17, 1818, son of Andrew and Mary M. Stocker, natives of Pennsylvania, who settled in 1816 in Tuscarawas Cuunty, where Andrew died about 1857, and Mary M. some years prior. Andrew Stocker had united in marriage, after the death of his first wife. with Maria Bremer, who survived her marriage but a few years. Francis Stocker was married in September, 1838, to Elizabeth Huff, born in this county in 1820, and died April 1, 1863. His second wife was Catherine Reed, who was born in Carroll County November 11, 1834, daughter of John Reed. Mr. Stocker is a member of the Lutheran Church, as was also his first wife. Mrs. Stocker is connected with the Methodist Episcopal Church. Our subject has been engaged in farming through life, and owns 209 acres of well-improved land, with excellent buildings thereon. He has served his township as trustee, and is the parent of twenty children, of whom fifteen survive, viz.: Hiram, John, Joseph, Sylvester, Catherine, Elizabeth, Frank, David, Henry, Alvin and Lydia by his first wife, and Laura A., Emmett E., Mary M. and Benjamin by his present wife.

RICHARD STOCKER, farmer, P. O. Port Washington, was born in this township May 15, 1819, son of Christian and Mary Stocker, who emigrated from Pennsylvania to this county in 1816, and remained until death. Christian Stocker departed this life in 1855; his wife died September 25, 1872. Mr. Richard Stocker has made farming his life pursuit, and owns a splendid farm of 265 acres. He was married, in March, 1843, to Jerusha Clever, a native of Jefferson County; she died in 1844. He was married a second time, March 22, 1849, to Savana Harris, born in Virginia March 2, 1829, and died August 25, 1862. Mr. Stocker's third and present wife, to whom he was united April 24, 1864, is Elizabeth Eckert, born December 13, 1840. She is

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a member of the German Lutheran Church. Of Mr. Stocker ( thirteen children, eight are living, viz. : George W., Ella C., Emmitt M., Euphemie V., Minnie E., Mary S., Phebe E. and Christian A.

CONRAD STOCKER, farmer, was born in this township October 10, 1829. son of Henry and Elizabeth Stocker. Henry Stocker was born in Northampton County, Penn., January 1, 1799, and emigrated to Tuscarawas County about 1815. He was married, April 11, 1827, to Elizabeth Bremer, who was born May 8, 1807, and departed this life. Januarv 16, 1848. After her death. Henry Stocker was again married, to Sarah Moore. now deceased. Mr. Stocker died June 4, 1872. He was the father of five children, of whom three-Conrad. Adam and Mrs. Sarah J. Brough survive. Conrad was married July 28, 1853. to Anna Pilling, born in Pennsylvania May 10. 1838, slaughter of James and Sarah Pilling. Six children have been born to Mr. and Mrs. Conrad Stocker. four of whom survive-Ellenora M., Benjamin A., Augusta M. and Virgil C.; Eldridge and an infant are deceased. Mr. Stocker is one of tbeen terprising citizens of Salem Township, and owns about 500 acres of land.

ADAM STOCKER, farmer, P. O. Port Washington, brother of Conrad Stocker, and son of Henry and Elizabeth Stocker, was born in this county and township July 8, 1832. He was united in marriage. November 25, 1857, with Margaret French, born in Salem Township, in 193!). and departed this life in December 1878. Mr. Stocker was again married May 7, 1872, to Margaret J. Johnson, born in this county May 14, 1846. He is the father of eleven children. nine of whom survive-Henry, Lather C., Robert B., Missouri, Benedict, Adam, Cora, Rena and Aubrey E. Conrad B. and Charles are. deceased. Mr. Stocker has been a life-long farmer. and owns over 600 acres of land in this county, and 1,21)0 in the West. Fine buildings adorn his home place. and he is among the wealthy men of the county. He has served his township as Trustee, and in 1880 was elected Land Appraiser.

W. L. STONE, distiller, Port Washington, was born in Pennsylvania. February 18, 1836, son of Harry and Julia Stone. natives of Vermont. Our subject's father died in New York; his mother is still living, a resident of Illinois. He was married. December 25, 1856, to Susan M. Crane, born in Vermont February 25, 1834, daughter of William Crane. now deceased. To Mr. and Mrs. Stone have keen born two children-Clara B., wife of G. W. Hiddleson. and Eva, wife of W. S. Whiter. Mr. Stone has been engaged in the distillery business for twenty-seven years, and is a partner in the distillery recently erected at Port Washington. He is an energetic and enterprising citizen.

PETER ULRICH, farmer, P. O. Port Washington, was born in Germany January 11, 1825, son of George P. and Catherine E. Ulrich, who emigrated in 1854 to Tuscarawas Countv, where George P. Ulrich died January 4, 1869; his wife April 2, 1862. Peter was married, February 2, 1849, to Christina Reitenbaugh, born in Germany February 21, 1828. daughter of Adam Reitenbaugh. She was a member of the German Lutheran Church, and died August 24, 1875. Mr. Ulrich was married a second time October 15, 1876. to Elizabeth (Miser) Martz, born in this county January 1, 1837. She and Mr. Ulrich are members of the Moravian Church. and he is an Elder in the Moravian con gregation recently organized at Port Washington. He has served as Township Trustee, and is a member of the Board of Education. Of Mr. Ulrich's seventeen children, twelve are living. He has been engaged in farming since 1854, and owns 100 acres of land. By trade, he is a weaver, having learned

it in Germany. As a citizen, Mr. Ulrich takes a deep interest, in public matters, and lends his influence in behalf of enterprises which have in view the public good.

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JOHN VANHORN, farmer, P. O. Bakersville, was born in Loudoun County, Va., December 12, 1818, son of Thomas and Ann Vanhorn, who removed to Morgan County, Ohio, in 1834, where Thomas died in 1858; his wife in 1856. John came to Coshocton County in 1839, and, in 1880, removed thence to this township and county. He was married, November 28, 1838, to Phebe Dougherty, born February 13, 1808, daughter of John and Phebe Dougherty, pioneers of Belmont County, Ohio. Mrs. Vanhorn died February 17, 1862, and, on October 20 following, Mr. Vanhorn united in marriage with Mary A. Glass, born in Morgan County September 10, 1827, daughter of Samuel and Harriet Glass. Mr. and Mrs. Vanhorn are members of the United Presbyterian Church. He is the father of two children, only one of whom. Carrie L., is living. She was born July 13, 1868. Dent D. was born December 2, 1863, and departed this life November 15, 1864. John Vanhorn is a farmer and stock-raiser. He commenced life for himself without a penny, working four days to earn his first ax with which to cut cord-wood. He now owns 422 acres of well-improved land, and is among the leading enterprising farmers of the county.

DAVID WALTON, farmer, P. O. Port Washington, was born in Clay Township August 21, 1820, son of Barzillia and Elizabeth (Long) Walton. natives of Westmoreland County. Penn. Barzillia Walton was born August 21, 1781; his wife October 19, 1786. They were married January 22, 1805, and about 1815 emigrated to Tuscarawas County, where both remained till death on the farm now occupied by David. Barzillia Walton died January 15, 1853: his widow survived until February 20, 1855. David was reared in the pioneer home, and was educated in the school of hardship and privation. With his father and brothers, he helped convert the dense wilderness into blooming fields. He was married, in December, 1841, to Lavina Scott, who was born in Pennsylvania in 1818, daughter of Moses and Sarah Scott. Eleven children have been born to them--Findley, Henry C. and Martha (all three deceased), Elizabeth J., David C., William W., Winfield S., Isaac W., Mary A., Lavina C. and Moses G. Mr. Walton has always led an agricultural life. and owns seventy-one acres of improved land, where he and his family reside. They are members of the M. E. Church.

GODFREY WHEELAND, farmer, P. O. Port Washington, was born in Salem Township May 18, 1827; son of Peter and Lydia Wheeland, who were early settlers of the county from Pennsylvania. Godfrey Wheeland was united in marriage March 26, 1853, with Sarah A. Romig, born in this township May 13, 1832, daughter of Jacob Romig. Their children are John H., Marshall J., Mary E. (wife of John Kail), Harriet S. (wife of Henry Stocker), Gershom K., Alice C., Dellie A., Harris C. and Edward V Charles G. and Sarah L. are deceased. Mr. Wheeland has been engaged in farming since 1854. Prior to that date he was on the canal. He owns a well-improved farm of 99 1/3 acres, where he now resides. He has been quite successful in agricultural pursuits, and is a pleasant, agreeable gentleman.

MARSHALL J. WHEELAND, proprietor of Salem Flour Mills, was born December 19, 1855, in Salem Township. His parents, Godfrey and Sarah A. Wheeland, are both natives of Ohio; they reside in this township. Marshall J. was engaged in farming until the spring of 1882, when he built the large flouring mill which he has since been operating. He deals in flour, grain and feed of all kinds, has a good country trade, and is one of the enterprising young business men of Port Washington. He was married, February 12, 1882. to Miss Regina Bremer, who was born in this township February 1, 1857, and is a daughter of J. H. Bremer.

REUBEN R. WIANDT, farmer. P. O. Newcomerstown, was born in this township July 22, 1837, son of Jesse A. and Mary (Runyan) Wiandt, both na-

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tines of Pennsylvania. Jesse A. Wiandt removed to Jefferson County when he was about eighteen years of age, and thence went to Carroll County, where his marriage occurred. From Carroll they came to Tuscarawas County. where Mrs. Mary Wiandt died. Her husband was re-united in marriage to Mahala Rennaker, and they are residents of Salem Township. Reuben R. Wiandt was married, August 19, 1858, to Artha M. Richie, who was burn in this county February 21, 1840. Her father. Daniel Richie, is deceased: her mother, Mrs. Louisa Richie, is still living. Mr. and Mrs. Wiandt are members of the Newcomerstown Lutheran Church. Two children have been born to them-Daniel J., July 25, 1859, and John L., September 2, 1865. Mr. Wiandt is one of the Trustees of Salem Township. He has devoted most of his attention to agricultural pursuits, and owns a well-improved farm of 130 acres.

DR. ENOCH G. WOLF is a son of William and Catharine Wolf, who emigrated from Washington County. Penn., to Oldtown Valley, Tuscarawas County, Ohio, about the year 1812. There William died in the year 1835; Catharine also died there in the year 1848. They were the parents of nine children, seven boys and two girls. Dr. Enoch G. Wolf, the youngest, our subject, was born in Oldtown Valley April 11, 1827; was united in marriage with Anna Roth November 28, 1847. Anna Roth is the daughter of Christian and Elizabeth Roth, both now deceased, and was born near Lock 17, this county, in the year 1825. This union was blessed with four children, two of whom-Joseph F: and Mary--survive; John and Finley are deceased. Dr, Wolf removed to the site of Wolf's Station. where he now lives, March 15. 1852. He owns 200 acres of fine land, and has practiced medicine in this vicinity above twenty-five nears. He laid out Wolf's Station in April, 1874: took an active part in the Marietta Railroad; donated right of way; and gave $200; built the station at his own expense: got up the post office free of charge; served as Pcstmaster nine years. He has also been engaged in mercantile business here for the last eight years. He is a Mason. and himself and wife are members of the Methodist Protestant Church, where he has served as class leader for some years. He takes an active interest in the progress of the village. He is a carpenter by trade, and has served nearly forty years at that business. Was instrumental in building the Methodist Episcopal Church here, and built the Methodist Protestant Church of this place all at his own expense, in 1882, costing about $2,500. He also laid out a cemetery. Dr. Wolf is an enterprising, public-spirited gentleman, very resolute and determined, never failed in what he undertook, and he is one of the leading intin ential citizens of Tuscarawas County.