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JEREMIAH BEAMER, farmer, P. O. Sherodsville, was born in this township December 30; 1838, son of Adam Beamer, who emigrated from Maryland to Tuscarawas County at an early day, and died in Indiana in March, 1861. Jeremiah was raised on the farm, and received his education in the common schools. He was married. August 30, 1860; to Christina Stees, daughter of George Stees, Sr. After marriage, they commenced farming in Carroll County, but a few years later purchased the farm in the south part of Warren Township, where they yet reside. Two children have been born to them-John, who was married September 17, 1881, to Ida True; of this township, and George. Mr. Beamer has acquired a well-improved farm of 120 acres. He is a Democrat in politics, and both him self and wife are members of the Lutheran Church.

JOHN A. BOWERS, merchant, New Cumberland, was born September 1, 1847, in Bowerston, Harrison Co., Ohio, and is a son of David and Elizabeth (Swinehart) Bowers. His father was an early settler of Harrison County, and laid out the town of Bowerston. He died in 1857. Our subject's mother died in 1867. Mr. Bowers was the first merchant in Monroe Township, Carroll County. His family numbered eleven children; viz., an infant, deceased ; Jeremiah, living in Wood County, Ohio ; Mary Ann, wife of Peter McCurdy, of Dennison, Ohio ; Isaiah. a physician of Plymouth, Ind. ; Ezekiel. now living at Bowerston ; Margaret, deceased ; Obadiah. deceased ; Caroline, wife of Dr. J. B. McCombs, of Iowa; William H., who was starved to death in Libby Prison : John A. and David T., now farming near Bowerston. At sixteen, our subject began learning the boot and shoe trade. which he followed about seventeen rears, He was united in marriage. July 4, 1877, with Miss Elizabeth Tressel, daughter of Daniel and Abigail Tressel. (See their biography.) He then opened a general store in New Cumberland, in which he is still engaged. To Mr. and Mrs. Bowers was born one child- Myrtle M. A. Our subject, is an advocate of the principles of the National Greenback party, He and his wife are members of the Lutheran Church.

DR. WILLIAM CARNS, physician, New Cumberland. was born in Leesburg, Ohio, August 31, 1821, son of John and Nancy (Sherrod) Carns. John Carns was a tamer, lived awhile in Tuscarawas County, and removed to near Sherodsville, Carroll County, where he established a tannery, and died in August 1833, of malarial fever, leaving a widow and six children. Mrs. Carns afterward married H. W. Smith, and died in 1878, William, our subject, remained at home till the age of twenty. He attended Hagerstown Academy, and in 1840 commenced the study of medicine with Dr. Thomas Cummins, of Leesburg, continuing for t1 five years. He was married to Lydia Booth September 16, 1844. While on his way to attend lectures at the Cincinnati Medical School in the fall of 1846, he was stricken with bilious fever at Wheeling, W. Va.. and under the care of Drs. Bates, of Wheeling, and Carnahan, of Bridgeport, spent $210. After recovery , he returned home, with a capital of $2, a wife and one son_ He has had six children -John Booth, the eldest is an M. E minister, now stationed at North Manchester, Ind.; Hugh Gilmore practices medicine with his father; Henry Clay is at home ; Hannah Ozema died of lung disease August 16, 1882; Zuella and Lydia Ada are at home. Dr. Cares is a local minister in the M. E. Church, of which his entire family are members. He is an advocate of prohibition and of the principles of the Greenback party. He has been an industrious, successful practitioner, and has 131 acres of land. He is a social, clever gentleman, is comfortably situated, with no great fortune, believing that "man wants but little here below, nor wants that little long.''

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JOHN D. CLEMENS, farmer, P. O. Sherodsville, was born in Jefferson County, Ohio, January 8, 1827, son of William and Catherine Clemens, the former a native of Maryland, the latter of Ohio. When John was about eight years old, his father removed with his family to Carroll County. Here John was raised and received his education. He was married, January 31, 1871, to Catherine Pearch of Carroll County. Prior to his marriage, Mr. Clemens traveled a great deal. He has been in thirteen States, and was aboard the steamer " Nat Holmes" when it collided with the "David Gibson " on the Ohio River, near Aurora, Ind., March 27, 1859. Both boats were ruined, and forty-three human lives were lost. The captain and pilot of the "David Gibson" were convicted of manslaughter, and sentenced to the penitentiary for life. Mr. Clemens has been successful and industrious in life, and owns a farm of 80 acres, which he is greatly improving. He is a Republican in politics.

MRS. JENNIE CROOKS, widow of William Crooks, P. O. Sherodsville, was born in Jefferson County, Ohio, June 12, 1848, daughter of Samuel and Elizabeth Montgomery) Baird. Her parents moved to New Cumberland when Jennie was but a year old, and there she was raised and obtained her education. She was united in marriage, July 14, 1863, to William Crooks, a native and resident of Warren Township. He was a son of Henry and Catherine Crooks, natives of Ireland, who emigrated to Tuscarawas County at an early day. After their marriage, Mr. and Mrs. William Crooks settled on the old homestead. where she has ever since resided. Three children were born to them, of whom two, Carrie J. and Samuel H.. are living. Mr. Crooks departed this life November 9, 1879. He was a member of the Presbyterian Church, was a Democrat, and has been Justice of the Peace, and filled other township offices. Mrs. Crooks is a member of the Presbyterian Church.

JACOB I. DILLEY, farmer, P. O. Mineral Point, was born July 19, 1808, in Hunterdon County, N. J., son of John and Sarah (Van Deventer) Dilley; natives of New Jersey. Jacob I. was raised on his father's farm in New Jersey, and May 8, 1830, was married to Eliza Sullivan, also a native of New Jersey. Nine children were born to them, six of whom are living-Rebecca, wife of William Clemens. of Rushville, Ill.; Levi, of Leesburg. Ohio; Henry, of Pierceton, Ind.; Albert V., of Carroll County; Isaac, of Fairfield Township ; and Ira. Mr. Dilley emigrated to Carroll County, where he lived about fifteen years. His wife died here, and he subsequently married Mrs. Elizabeth Sherretts, also a native of New Jersey, and daughter of Peter and Desire Eich. The children born to Mr. and Mrs. Dilley are Ira, and Ann E., wife of Thomas Herron. After his second marriage; Mr. Dilley removed to his present farm of 130 acres in Warren Township. He is a Republican, and a member of the M. E. Church ; his wife of the Lutheran. They are upright Christian people, and enjoy the highest respect in the community in which they live.

CHARLES HOWARD, farmer, P. O. New Cumberland, was born in Indiana October 16, 1841, son of John and Rachel (Riggle) Howard, who were natives of this county, but spent a couple of years in Indiana, returning to Tuscarawas shortly after the birth of Charles. John Howard died in 1869, his wife in 1864. Of their twelve children, seven are now living. Charles, the third child, was raised in Warren Township. In 1862 he enlisted in the Fifty-second Ohio Volunteer Infantry, and served three years, participating in seventeen hard fought battles, including Kenesaw Mountain. Mission Ridge, Atlanta, Savannah, Buzzard's Roost, Bentonville, Peach Tree Creek and others. He was in the famous march to the sea. He was married, December 28, 1865, to Sarah Winspear, of Goshen Township. To this union were born seven children-William Olive, Edgar, Jane. Frank. Emmett and John. Mr. Howard has been successful in life. and owns a little home of about sixty-three acres. He is Democratic in politics, :and, in 1865, was elected Sheriff of Tuscarawas County., serving for one term.

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WILLIAM R. KENNEDY, farmer, P. O. Sherodsville, Carroll County, was born in Jefferson County, Ohio; May 5, 1816. He is a son of Dr. William and Sallie (Corns) Kennedy. of Jefferson County, Ohio. After a life of busy practice, Dr. Kennedy died in August, 1816. Mrs. Kennedy afterward married Joseph Van Buskirk, of this county. Our subject lived with his mother and her people in Jefferson County until 1828. when he came with the family to Tuscarawas County. His mother died in 1853. William R. was married, October 13, 1836, to Miss Matilda Whiteraft, daughter of John and Elizabeth married, October of Carroll County, Ohio. He improved his educational advantages, and was engaged as a successful teacher for ten years. He settled on his farm, where he has ever since resided. To Mr. and Mrs. Kennedy the following, children were born: James M., John L.. William Ira, J. Lee, Emmett H., and Nannie F., wife of W. F. McGavran. Our worthy subject has held the offices of Justice of the Peace and Assessor, besides other township offices. Mrs. Kennedy died July 5, 1881. She lived an earnest Christian life, was a faithful wife and a loving mother. She was a member of the Presbyterian Church, of which Mr. Kennedy is now an Elder. Mr. Kennedy is a Democrat ; has always held aloof from all orders of a secret nature. He owns an improved farm of 340 acres, and has helped his sons to start in life. He is one of the most reliable citizens of this county.

JUDGE ISRAEL SHRIEVE LAPPIN, retired farmer, P. O. New Cumberland, was born May 5, 1801, in Fayette County, Penn.; son of Samuel and Nancy (Gary) Lappin. Samuel Lappin came with his family to what is now Warren Township June 18, 1805, and endured the hardships of pioneer life when Steubenville was the nearest general market and milling place. The paternal grandfather of our subject was of Irish extraction, lived in New Jersey and participated in the Revolutionary struggle. Israel S. was raised on his father's farm, attended the primitive schools of his day, and. excepting the time spent in learning the carpenter's trade at Richmond. Ohio, was at home until his marriage, December 9, 1824, with Miss Sarah, daughter of John and Mary McGrail, formerly of Westmoreland County, Penn. Mr. Lappin settled in Warren Township. and has ever since remained its worthy citizen. His mother died May 29, 1831 ; his father, October 6, 1832. in his eighty-seventh year. They were honest, industrious people. and had the respect of the best society of Tuscarawas County. Israel worked two years at his trade. He was then a merchant at New Cumberland fourteen years, after which he returned to the farm. He was twice elected Justice of the Peace, but was obliged, from pressing business engagements, to resign during his second term. Without effort on his part, he was elected Associate Judge of the county, and served fourteen years. He has also been a Notary Public for fifteen years. To Judge and Mrs. Lappin were born eleven children; three of whom, Naomi, Adeline and Mary (wife of Daniel Miller) are deceased ; the living are Finley ; Ann (widow of Enoch Fribley), Addison, Silas, Amanda (wife of William Morrison, of Cleveland), Anderson, Margaret and Hamline C. Mrs. Lappin died September 23, 1872, aged sixty-six years. She had been an affectionate wife and a wise and loving mother, and her loss was deeply felt and mourned by her many friends. Judge Lappin is a Democrat, but retains the privilege of independent thought in political affairs. He has always been foremost in the support of matters of public welfare, and is one of the most honored citizens of Tuscarawas County.

SIOMEN LEATHERMAN, farmer, P. O. New Cumberland, was born December 13, 1828, in this township, son of Peter and Elizabeth (Divan) Leatherman, natives of Pennsylvania, who came to what is now Warren Township among the foremost pioneers, and toiled in the wilderness for many years to rear a substantial home, by clearing the forests. They were industrious people, and accumulated a large and valuable property. Mrs. Leatherman died about twenty years ago, and her husband, Peter Leatherman, followed her to the grave June 29, 1873. Of the thirteen children born to them, seven yet survive, namely, Jacob, of Wayne County, Ohio ; Phebe, wife of Jonathan Smith of this township; Margaret, widow

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of Benjamin Skeeles, of Noble County, Ind.; Siomen ; Demos, of Wood County, Ohio; Daniel, of this township; and Moses, of Union Township. Siomen owns a good farm of 122 acres, and supports the principles of the Democratic party.

JESSE LUCAS, miller and farmer, P. O. Sherodsville, was born in Jefferson County, Ohio, April 5, 1831, son of Daniel and Mercy Lucas, the former a native of Maryland, the latter of Pennsylvania. The family removed to Harrison County when Jesse was nine years old. Here he was raised, working part of his time on the farm and partly in the mill, both owned by his father. He was married, February 1, 1860. to Sarah Harner, of Fairview, Harrison County. Four children have been born to them-Laura L., Jentha O., Florence May and Oscar J. Mr. Lucas came to Tuscarawas County in 1868, and purchased a one-half interest in the old Riggle Mill on One Leg Creek. Here he remained until 1877, when he sold out, bought the property where he now resides, and accepted a position as miller in the Moughiman Mill. Mr. Lucas has been industrious and successful, having acquired a nice little property of thirty-four acres. In politics, he is Democratically inclined,

GEORGE McCARTNEY, farmer, P. O. Sherodsville. Carroll County, was born March 1, 1832, in Bucks County, Penn., son of Robert and Mary McCartney, who came to this county in 1864. Our subject came to this township in 1849, and learned the blacksmith trade, which he followed for five years. He was married, November 26, 1853, to Miss Amanda Sherod, daughter of Charles M. and Amy Sherod. early settlers of this township. Eleven children have been born to this couple, of whom three are dead, viz., Louis. Charlie and an infant. Those living are John S., Richard, James, Joseph, William, George, Cinderella and Amy A. Mr, McCartney obtained a common school education, is a Democrat. a member of the Masonic fraternity and also of the Methodist Episcopal Church. He is a very successful farmer, having acquired an improved farm of 420 acres. He prefers a private life, but takes great interest in all affairs that are beneficent to the public. Mr. McCartney has won the esteem and respect of all his friends and neighbors by his honest and upright conduct.

HON. RICHARD McCLELLAND was born near Ballynahinch, County Down. Ireland, August 30. 1816, and is a son of John and Jane McClelland. who came to Fayette County, Penn., where they resided seven years. The family came to Goshen Township, Tuscarawas County, in 1836. Here our subject's father died July 2, 1848; his mother on August 18, 1866. They were industrious pioneer people, and enjoyed the honor and esteem of all who knew them. Our subject was raised mainly on his father's farm in this county, and enjoyed the advantages of the common schools of that early day: but he has supplemented that education by a thorough and judicious course of reading. He has a good literary culture, obtained by private study. The family includes Judge Battie McClelland, now a citizen of Columbus, Ind., who has risen to distinction in the official circles of that State ; Jeremiah M. died in Shreveport, La. ; Margaret Ann died September 10, 1841; John, now living in Bartholomew County, Ind.; Norwood, in Cincinnati, proprietor of a large brass foundry ; Mary J., widow of William Hedges, of Cadiz, Ohio ; and Francis W., an invalid. Our subject is the fourth. He was united in marriage, November 23, 1848, with Mary McGregor. She died September 2, 1850. Our subject was afterward married. October 21, 1856, to Sarah J. Scott. To this union have been born Jane B., wife of Emmett Kennedy, Harrison County, Ohio; Mary M., Ellen E., Francis S., Emma V. and Richard B. Mrs. McClelland died March 26, 1876. She was a consistent member of the Presbyterian Church, and enjoyed the respect and esteem of all who knew her. Mr. McClelland owns a finely-improved farm of about 400 acres. In the militia training of the early times, he arose from the ranks to General. In 1871, he was elected member of State Board of Equalization ; has also filled various township offices : is a Democrat; a firm believer in Calvinism: is an Elder in the Presbyterian Church, of which his family are all members.

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DANIEL P. McGREGOR, farmer and stock-raiser, P. O. New Cumberland, was born December 5, 1835, in Warren Township, Tuscarawas County, Ohio, and is a son of Isaac McGregor. He was raised principally on his father's farm, and obtained his education in the school at New Cumberland. He was united in marriage, March 6, 1862, with Minerva Jane Boyd, also a native of this township. To this union were born eight children, six of whom are living Elliott, Maud, Edith, S. Brice, Eleanor and Ralph. Mr. McGregor owns a finely improved and well stocked farm of 140 acres, a part of the old homestead. He devotes a great deal of his attention to the cultivation and training of fine stock. He owns several head of fine blooded stock, both horses and cattle. He and his wife are members of the Presbyterian Church. Mr. McGregor is a Democrat in politics.

JAMES T. McGREGOR, farmer, P. O. New Cumberland, was born in this township June 16, 1838, son of Isaac and Nancy (Morrison) McGregor. Nancy Morrison was a native of Jefferson County, Ohio. Isaac McGregor was born in Washington County, Penn., and is of Scotch Presbyterian descent. He was a blacksmith by trade, at which he labored until about 1830, when he settled on a farm just west of New Cumberland, residing in that vicinity through life. and leaving at his death four children-Margaret, wife of Albert Scott ; Joseph, of Carroll County ; Daniel P. and James T. They were highly respected pioneers, and members of the Presbyterian Church. James T. was raised principally on his father's farm, and was married, December 31, 1861, to Catherine Eyster, a native of Stark County, Ohio, daughter of Peter and Catherine Eyster. Six children have been born to Mr and Mrs. McGregor, five of whom are living - William E., Nancy Clara, Arminta, Frank and Charles. Mr. McGregor lives on the old homestead, and has a farm of 215 acres. He takes a great interest in the care and improvement of fine stock. He is a Democrat politically.

WILLIAM McKEE, farmer, P. O. New Cumberland, was born in this township March 3, 1822, son of James and Ann McKee, natives of Pennsylvania. They emigrated to a Western home here at a very early day, and helped to develop the township from its wilderness state. They remained lifelong pioneers of Warren Township, and on their death left four children, of whom William is the youngest. rest. He was raised on the farm, received a common school education, and was married in October; 1857, to Martha Mahan, a native of this county, daughter of John Malian. Two children have been born to them-James W. and Lucy Alice. Mr. McKee lives with his family on the old homestead, and in politics is Democratic.

MRS. SARAH MILLS, New Cumberland, was born May 5, 1814, near Magnolia, in Carroll County, Ohio, and is a daughter of Hugh and Mary A. (Hibbet) Downning. They were natives of Virginia, but came to Ohio when they were young, and were married there in 1813. Theirs was the first marriage in Stark County. Capt. James Downning, paternal grandfather of our subject, was a famous Indian scout and experienced many narrow escapes. He was commander in the celebrated fight on Big Sandy, and took part in several other sharp skirmishes with the redskins. Her maternal grandfather, James Hibbet, was the first Justice of the Peace in what was then called Sandy Township. Mr. Downning died in 1855. Mrs. Downning died in 1881, in her eighty-seventh year. Our subject was united in marriage, July 8, 1834, with Jonathan Mills, born October 15,1813, He was a son of Thomas and Hannah Mills, natives of Washington County, Penn., and who came at an early day to this county. Their family numbered twelve children-Hugh; Hannah, wife of Silas Lappin (deceased); Thomas; Israel; James D.; Dyas M., who was killed by an Indian in Colorado; Josephine, wife of Hamilton Fry ; Margaret, deceased; William S.; Jonathan, deceased; and Robert. L., deceased. Mr. Mills represented this county in the Legislature in 1855 and 1856, being elected by the Republican party. He served his constituents faithfully and well, and remained true to the principle of freedom and justice. He departed this life November 13, 1869. He had been a pious member of the Methodist

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Episcopal Church, and was a local preacher of much ability. He acquired large and well improved farm. Two of his sons, Israel and James, served their country bravely in the late war of the rebellion. Mrs. Mills still lives on the home place. Her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren make a large company. She is a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church.

JAMES D. MILLS, farmer. P. O. New Cumberland, was born April 19, 1846. in Warren Township, son of Jonathan and Sarah (Downing) Mills. He obtained his education in the district schools, and was reared to manhood on his father's farm. He is the fifth in a family of twelve children. Mr. Mills was married, November 9, 1869, to Sarah M. Gartrell, of Carroll County. Three children have been born to them-Jasper H., Charlie E. and Frank B. Mr, Mills enlisted in the service as a private in February, 1865, and during the campaign served mostly in West Virginia, Virginia and Maryland. He is a Republican, and at present a Trustee of the township. He has purchased the interest of most of his father's heirs in the old homestead, where he now lives. This he has earned by honest industry and economy.

JAMES PEARCH, farmer, P. O. Sherodsville, was born in Sherodsville October 16, 1852, son of John and Ann Mary Pearch, who came from Pennsylvania to Carroll County in a very early day. John Pearch was twice married, and had a family of sixteen children, ten of whom are still living. He yet survives in Sherodsville at an advanced age. James was raised on his father's farm. and received his education in the Sherodsville district. He was united in marriage. June 22, 1872, to Romania L. Van Buskirk, daughter of Lawrence Van Buskirk, Mr. Pearch has been very successful for a young business man, and owns a well improved farm of eighty acres. He is a Republican in politics, and himself and wife are members of Zion Lutheran Church, near Sherodsville.

ADAM RAINSBERGER, farmer, P. O. New Philadelphia, was born January 23, 1844, in Fairfield Township, son of Jacob and Mart' Rainsberger, natives of Pennsylvania. He was raised on his father's farm. obtaining the educational advantages afforded by the public schools. He was united in marriage. February 28, 1872, to Mary Grace, daughter of Matthew Grace, of Union Township. To them have been born five children-Henry N., James B., Sarah G.. Adam C. and Homer F. After his marriage, Mr. Rainsberger settled in Union Township. He has recently purchased a farm of 131 acres in Warren, adjacent to the Union Township line, and is now developing and improving the place. During his early manhood, Mr. Rainsberger was engaged in teaching for nine years. and has a record as a successful educator. Mr. and Mrs. Rainsberger are members of the M. E. Church. and he is an adherent to the Republican party.

THEODORE A. RENDER, farmer, P. O. Mineral Point, was born in this county July 28, 1852, son of Francis and Rachel Render. He was reared to manhood oil his father's farm, and received his education chiefly in the village school at Mineral Point. He was married, March 28, 1873, to Joanna Strawn, the adopted daughter of Solon Strawn, of Carroll County. To this union have been born four children-Annie I., Rachel V., Barbara G. and Emmett A. Mr. and Mrs. Render are members of the M. E. Church. They have been industrious and successful in business, and have acquired a finely improved farm of 120 acres. Mr. Render is a member of the Republican party.

ADAM RENNECKER, farmer, P. O. New Philadelphia, was born in Harrison County, Ohio, June 1, 1828, son of John and Mary Rennecker, natives of Pennsylvania, who emigrated at an early day to this township, and helped develop its agricultural resources. They were members of the Lutheran Church. and both have passed away to their reward. Adam was brought up on his father's farm, and attended the schools of the township. He was married, October 2, 1849. to Mahala E. Lightle, of this county. Two children have been born to them-.John N., who is married to Mattie M. Fierbaugh, and is living with his father, and Mary C., the wife of John S. Shildts, of Harrison County. Mr. and Mrs. Ren-

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Decker have been industrious and successful, and own a good farm of eighty acres. They are members of the German Baptist Church. Mr. Rennecker supports the principles of the Democratic party, but is independent in the choice of public officers.

ALLEN RICHARDSON, stock-dealer, New Cumberland, was born August 17, 1847, in Carroll County, Ohio, son of Edward and Catherine (Wyant) Richardson, of Carroll County. He came to this township with his father, in 1871 ; obtained his education in the schools of Carroll County, and lived with his father until his marriage, September 18, 1873, to Miss Sarah Williams, of Turcarawas County. They have one little girl named Maude. Mr. Richardson had always been a farmer until four years ago since then, he has been dealing exclusively in stock. Our subject is a stanch Democrat ; was Township Trustee, and has always encouraged morality and religion and all enterprises of public welfare. Mr. Richardson is one of the successful and influential business men of Warren Township.

HIRAM RICHARDSON, farmer, P. O. New Cumberland, was born April 6, 1858, in Carroll County, Ohio, and is a son of Edward and Catherine (Wyant) Richardson. He moved with his father's family to this township and county at the age of eighteen, and obtained his education in the schools of Carroll County. After coming to Tuscarawas County, he remained with his father about nine years. On March 9, 1878, he was united in marriage with Miss Amanda Haugh, daughter of Samuel and Anna Haugh, of Carroll County. They had one child, deceased in infancy. Mr. Richardson is a Democrat in politics. He was the Democratic nominee for Township Trustee in 1881, and was defeated by only seven votes. Besides farming; our subject pays much attention to stock-raising. He has acquired a finely improved farm of 150 acres, within a quarter of a mile of New Cumberland.

ROBERT T RIGGLE, farmer, P. O. New Cumberland, was born in this township January 13, 1834, son of Jacob and Temperance McCombs) Riggle, who also were raised in this township and were among its first people. Robert was reared on his father's farm, obtained the education afforded by the public schools, and when about twenty-four years of age acquired the carpenter trade with Eseriah Dolvin and Daniel Moughiman, which he followed about nine years. He was married, April 5, 1872, to Martha Conwell, a resident of Carroll County. Three children were born to them, of whom James E. and Rose Ann survive. Mr. Riggle has purchased a home of 125 acres, is an independent Democrat in politics, and himself and wife are members of the Methodist Episcopal Church.

WILLIAM RYAN, farmer, P. O. New Cumberland, was born in Jefferson County, Ohio, January 11, 1827, son of Samuel and Rachel (Moore) Ryan. Samuel was a, Dative of Maryland, Rachel of Ohio. They removed from Jefferson County to Warren Township about 1830. Mr. Samuel Ryan departed this life April 12, 1877 ; his wife January 2, 1882. They were upright, industrious, successful people, and left a family of six children, viz.: Christy Ann (wife of John Leggett, of Union Township), William, Isaac, Margaret (wife of Sherrod Rickets, of Goshen Township), David and Samuel. William was reared on his father's farm, and was married, January 2, 1853, to Chestina Carns, daughter of Manassa Carns, of Union Township, Her mother was a daughter of the famous Indian scout. William Sherrod. The family of Mr. and Mrs. Ryan consists of four children-Margaretta (wife of Joseph Baird, of Scio, Ohio), Ann Rebecca (wife of Louis Craig, of Goshen Township), James F. and E. Eleanor. Mr. Ryan has a finely improved farm of 140 acres, and is Democratic in politics.

ISAAC RYAN, farmer, P. O. New Cumberland, was born in Jefferson County, Ohio, November 27, 1828 ; son of Samuel Ryan. Isaac was raised on his father's farm, and obtained his education in the schools of the county. He was united in marriage, December 7, 1855, to Sophronia Belknap, a native of Carroll County, daughter of David Belknap. Three children have been born to them. Amanda

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(wife of Joseph H. Riggles, of Goshen Township), John and Joanna (wife of William Brown, of Fairfield Township). Mr. Ryan owns a finely- improved farm of 218 acres, and votes with the Democratic party. He is regarded as an influential citizen and reliable business man of Warren Township.

DAVID RYAN, farmer, P. O. New Cumberland, was born April 17, 1836, on the farm where he now lives; son of Samuel Ryan. David was reared on his father's farm, and received a common school education. He was married, September 30, 1858, to Amanda Williams, daughter of John Williams, of Fairfield Township. Six children were born unto them, three of whom, Charles M., William Alden and Olive Mabel, are living. Mr. Ryan owns a fine farm of 200 acres of improved land, being the old family homestead. He supports the principles of the Democratic party, and is regarded one of the leading and influential citizens of Tuscarawas County.

SAMUEL BUD RYAN, farmer, P. O. New Cumberland, was born August 4, 1840, in this township, and is a son of Samuel Ryan, Sr. He was raised on his father's farm in this township, and obtained his education at the common school of the district. He was united in marriage, November 1, 1861. with Miss Harriet A. N. Knee, a native of Goshen Township. To this union have been born three children, two of whom are living-Herbert E. and Harold E. Mr. Ryan has a finely improved farm of 160 acres. He supports the principles of the Democratic party. Mrs. Ryan is a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church, and the congregation of the Holmes Church. Mrs. Ryan was a teacher before her marriage. and they have one son who is also a teacher. Mr. Ryan is regarded as one of the influential citizens and reliable business men of Tuscarawas County.

WILLIAM MINOR SALISBURY, farmer, P. O. New Cumberland, was born March 24, 1845, in this township, son of John and Sarah Salisbury, natives of England, who came to Tuscarawas County at an early day, and assisted in developing the county from its wild and wooded condition. William was raised on the home farm and received his education in the common schools. Two of his brothers entered the service and sacrificed their lives at their country's altar, while William remained at home the chief dependence in the care of his mother's family. He was married, December 25, 1873, to Elizabeth Rainsberger, daughter of Jacob Rainsberger, of Fairfield Township. Their three children are John W., Mary A. and Josephine. Mr. Salisbury resides on the old home farm. and is a member of the Republican party. He and his wife are members of the Methodist Episcopal Church.

DANIEL SMITH, retired farmer, P. O. New Cumberland, was born October 20, 1805, in Westmoreland County, Penn. His parents, Michael and Eve (Shuster) Smith, were natives of Pennsylvania. They came to this county in 1805, and settled in that part which is now known as Carroll County. The Indians still thronged the country, and the nearest market was Steubenville, on the Ohio River. Daniel attended the schools of the early days, and obtained his education under many disadvantages. He learned the cooper trade of his father, which he followed about five years. He then learned the carpenter trade, and followed the same until 1839, when he settled on the farm he now owns. For two years he kept store in this place. When he first engaged in this business, he purchased goods partly on credit, of Baird & Bissel, dry goods; and-Parks, grocer, both of Pittsburgh. He closed up, and paid every dollar of his indebtedness of nearly $2,000, with no obligation save that of honor ; was then offered unlimited credits, but preferred to engage in farming. Mr. Smith was married, March 1, 1836, to Miss Matilda Shaffer, of Carroll County, Ohio. To them were born nine children -Sarah Ann, Mary, Isabella. J. M.. Allen, and four who died in infancy. Our subject's father died at the age of seventy-six, and his mother at the age of ninety-three Daniel and wife labored hard to improve and develop their property Mrs. Smith departed this life May 3. 1871. She was a loving wife and a prudent mother; was a faithful member of the Methodist Episcopal Church, and gained

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the love and respect of all who knew her. Mr. Smith has since married Mrs. Eleanore McGregor. Mr. Smith is a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church; advocates the principles of the Republican party; held several offices in his township, and gained his present possessions by his honest industry and economy. He is one who has rendered important services in the development of Tuscarawas County.

GEORGE STEES, Sr., farmer, P. O. New Cumberland, was born August 23; 1802, in Northumberland County, Va., and is a son of Jacob Stees. Our subject came with his father's family to Harrison County, Ohio, in 1806, and lived there until after the war of 1812. In 1816, they came to Tuscarawas County, and settled in Warren Township. Mr. Stees was united in marriage, April 15, 1824; with Mary M. Moughiman, daughter of Henry Moughiman, of this county. To this union have been born eleven children, of whom eight are living, viz., Catherine, wife of Morris Beamer, of Carroll County ; Esther, wife of Solomon Beamer, of Carroll County ; Henry, of Carroll County ; Matilda, widow of George Huffman, of New Philadelphia; Margaret, wife of John Rimmel, of this township; Christina, wife of Jeremiah Beamer, of this township; George, living at the old homestead ; and William, of this township. Mr. Stees has accumulated a large property; which he divided principally among his children, reserving 100 acres as a homestead and support for his old age. Mrs. Stees departed this life September 4, 1881. She was a member of the Lutheran Church. Mr. Stees is also a member of the Lutheran Church, and has been a Democrat all his life.

MRS. SARAH VAN BUSKIRK, widow of Lawrence Van Buskirk, was born in Carroll County November 22, 1829, and is a daughter of Edward Richardson. She was united in marriage, June 22, 1853, with Lawrence Van Buskirk, of Tuscarawas County. They settled on a farm, and lived there about four years. Here were barn their two children-Romania L., wife of James Pearch (see his sketch); and Elsie V., wife of William D. Beamer, of Sherodsville, formerly of this township. Mr. and Mrs. Van Buskirk moved to McLean County, Ill., where Mr. Van Buskirk died in a few months, and his willow returned to her old neighborhood in Ohio. She is now living with her daughter, Mrs. Pearch. She is a member of the Sherodsville congregation of the M. E. Church, and enjoys the respect and esteem of all who know her.

WILLIAM STRAWN, farmer and stock-raiser, P. O. New Cumberland, was born March 21, 1822, in this county. His parents, Jacob and Martha (Ervin) Strawn were natives of Pennsylvania, and moved to Tuscarawas County in 1816. The farm upon which they located was a dense wilderness, and they had to build a cabin before they could have a home. Wild game was abundant, and once William and his brother were chased by wolves to the cabin from the field, whither they had gone to husk corn. Jacob and Martha Strawn have long since passed away. William was raised on his father's farm, and received his education in the common schools of the township. He was united in marriage November 11, 1847, to Eliza Denney, daughter of Thomas Denney, of Carroll County. Three children have been born' to theirs-.John I.. who married Alice Wallack, and resides in Iowa ; Sarah Irene, wife of William A. Scott, of Dennison, Ohio ; and William Norwood, at home. Mr. Strawn has been very successful in life, and has acquired a fine property of 372 acres of well improved and nicely situated land. He also owns a farm in Iowa, and other property. Mr. Strawn is interested in the culture and improvement of fine stock, and has some fine blooded animals on his farm. He is a stanch Republican, and himself and wife are members of the Disciple Church. He contributes liberally to the support of other churches in the community, and is the friend of educational and religious enterprises. He owns the first organ ever brought to the township. Mr. Strawn is regarded as one of the foremost and most influential citizens of Warren Township.

JOHN TATE, farmer. P. O. New Cumberland, was born February 13, 1823, in Westmoreland County, Penn., son of James and Margaret (McQuiston) Tate,

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both of whom died in Pennsylvania in 1829. At ten years of age; John Tate came to this township with the family of Hamilton Spence, with whom he lived till of age. His common school education he improved by a systematic habit of reading and observation. He was married, March 25, 1848, to Eliza Booth, a native of Harrison County. They settled down near New Cumberland, and have lived in the vicinity ever since. In 1854, he purchased the farm where he now re sides. Eight .children have been born to them, six of whom are living-Lydia M.; Mary A., wife of H. W. Pyle, of Union Township; John B.; Thomas W., of Sandy Township ; Laura M. and Jennie B. Mrs. Tate departed this life June 5, 1875, and since her death the cares of the household have been assumed by her daughters. She was a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church, of which Mr. Tate is now a member. He is a Republican, has been Justice of the Peace and held most of the township offices. His services are often required in settling up the estates of decedents.

DANIEL TRESSEL, resident of Carroll County, near Warren Township; P. O. New Cumberland. Was born in Warren Township March 25, 1809. His parents; George and Catherine Tressel, came from Pennsylvania to Tuscarawas County in 1808. The country was then a dense wilderness, and these pioneers were obliged to leave their goods in the wagon until they could raise a cabin. All went heartily to work to develop a farm. Indians were numerous but peaceful and Mr. Tressel often tried his skill with them in shooting at a mark. Daniel was raised on his father's farm, and was married March 29, 1836; to Eve Studey. Four children were born to them-Levi. Addison (deceased). Mary (wife of R. Crooks, deceased), and one who died in infancy. Soon after his marriage, he moved to his present home near the Tuscarawas County line. Here he cleared and improved his farm. Mrs. Tressel died March 14, 1846 ; she had been a member of the Lutheran Church. Mr. Tressel afterward married Abigail Alfred. who was born in Jefferson County February 25, 1821, daughter of George and Mary Alfred. of Carroll County. By this marriage there were seven children. Four died of diphtheria in 1861. There are living, Sarah A., wife of Frederick Roof; Elizabeth, wife of John A. Bowers, of New Cumberland; and Amos D., at home. Mr. Tressel, by his industry, has acquired a farm of 180 acres. and now lives in the retirement of his old age with his faithful companion in life. They are members of the Lutheran Church.

ISAAC TRUE, farmer. P. O. New Cumberland, was born in Washington County, Penn., January 5, 1817, son of Thomas and Elizabeth (Knight) True, natives of Maryland, of English descent. The grandfather of Isaac had been a British soldier. The family of Thomas and Elizabeth True consisted of the following children: Nancy, wife of John G. Sherrod, of Iowa; John, deceased; Noah; Rebecca, wife of Reuben A. Cale, of Iowa, deceased; Isaac, our subject; William, deceased, noted for his physical strength; Wesley; Elizabeth L., wire of Henry Parrish, of Iowa; Matilda Jane, wife of S. R. Skeeles, of this township; and Solomon; of Iowa. There were also the following half brothers and sisters: Martha A.; Thomas, deceased: Emeline, widow of L. Barnett; Mary, wife of James Kelly, of Alliance and Ephriam, of Iowa. In 1817, Thomas and Elizabeth True moved to Belmont County, Ohio, and about 1822 settled permanently in this township. Thomas died in 1869; his wife Elizabeth about 1833. Isaac was married, June 9, 1840; to Mary Masters, of this township. Their children are Orpha, wife of Jacob Bixler, of Iowa; Elizabeth wife of D. McIlravy, of Iowa; Louisa. widow of William E. Boyd; Susan, wife of Albert Wyngate; Jennie, wife of Martin Justus; and Martha Adla. Mrs. True departed this life March 10, 1856; she was a pious member of the Methodist Episcopal Church. Mr. True afterward married Catherine Van Buskirk, a native of Greene County, Penn. To them were born John C. F.. now living in Iowa; Abraham L.; U. S. G., deceased; W. T. Sherman, and Garfield Van B. Mr. True is an industrious and esteemed citizen of Warren Township. and has made a finely- improved farm of 220 acres.

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He is a Republican in politics, an earnest temperance advocate, a member of the -Methodist Episcopal Church; and a strong friend of Sunday schools.

ALVIN WALTZ, merchant, New Cumberland, was born in Fairfield Township, this county, May 8, 1843, son of Bezaleel and Catherine (Deibert) Waltz. Bezaleel Waltz was a native of Maryland; Catherine, of Pennsylvania. They emigrated with their parents to this county; were married in Goshen Township, and now reside in Fairfield Township. Alvin remained on the farm till twenty-two years of age. He attended lit. Union College and Scio College, Newmarket, Ohio; then engaged in teaching, which he followed about seventeen years, residing on a farm in Goshen, and afterward in Fairfield Township. He was married, December 13, 1866, to Theresa Williams, daughter of Eli and Eleanor Williams, of Fairfield Township. Five children were born to them-Eli W., Ada E., Metta C., Grace L. and Sarah A. Mr. Waltz was admitted to the bar April 11, 1879, and has a good local practice. In 1881, he established a general hardware store in New Cumberland, the only one in the village, and enjoys a good trade. He is Republican in politics is a Notary Public, and at present Township Treasurer. He and his wife are members of the Methodist Episcopal Church, and influential members of the society of Warren Township.

WILLIAM WILLIGMAN, SR., M. D. druggist, New Cumberland, was born March 13, 1809, in Baltimore, Md., son of Charles H. and Catherine (Jackson) Willigman. Our subject is an alumnus of St. John's College, and graduated as M. D. in medical college in 1836. He was :parried, on the 'lad of July, 1829, to Miss Harriet Wells, daughter of Rev. Philip Wells. of Baltimore, Md. This union was blessed with ten children, six of whom are living, viz.: Charles H.; James William; Mary, wife of Thomas Davis, of Owen County, Ind.; Anna M.; and Harriet, wife of Henry Skuler. Dr. Willigman began his practice in Bristol, Md., in 1837, where he remained until 1846, when he came to New Cumberland, and is still residing here. Mrs. Willigman departed this life April 27, 1860. She was an affectionate wife and mother, and enjoyed the respect of all who knew her. The Doctor was again married, November 10, 1864, to Eleanor Carnahan. To them was born one child-Robert C. Dr. Willigman had a very large practice until he retired from that business. He now owns the only drug store in New Cumberland, and is regarded as one of the most reliable and influential men of this township.