Huron County, Ohio - The whole text, 1909 (part 11 of 29)

The other member of the family is T. P. Kellogg of this review, who is indebted to the public-school system of his native city for the educational privileges which he enjoyed and which fitted him for life's practical and responsible duties. It was his intention to enter the journalistic field but owing to an accident he abandoned that idea. For several years he engaged in teaching school and was then called to public office, being elected city clerk in 1899. To that position he was reelected in 1901, so that his incumbency covered four years. In 1903 he was chosen by popular suffrage to the office of city auditor and was reelected 1907 so that he is filling the position at the, present time. His political endorsement is given to the republican party which finds in him a stalwart champion. While in office he gave his leisure time to the study of law and was admitted to the bar in 1902.

It was in 1895 that Mr. Kellogg was united in marriage to Miss Carlossie M. Pond, a daughter of A. A. and M. M. Pond, both old residents of Huron county. Two children graced this union, Marjorie F. and Raymond P. Both Mr. and Mrs. Kellogg have many warm friends in Norwalk, having been lifelong residents of the county and the hospitality of the best homes is freely accorded them. Mr. Kellogg is identified with the Masonic fraternity, the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks, the Independent Order of Odd Fellows and other fraternal organizations. He has long been recognized as a leader in the ranks of the republican party and for three years has been president of the Norwalk McKinley Club. He has also served three years as vice president of the same club. He is an efficient officer and a popular man whose geniality, deference for the opinions of others and kindly spirit have gained him a firm hold on the affection and regard of those with whom he has come in contact.

Thomas Lawrence

Thomas Lawrence, who has long been numbered among the most successful and energetic agriculturists of Bronson township, was born on the farm which he now owns and operates, his natal day being October 26, 1858. His parents, Alonzo and Lois (Morse) Lawrence, were both born in the year 1830. Captain Samuel Lawrence, the paternal great-grandfather of our subject, whose birth occurred in 1760, served throughout the entire period of the Revolutionary war as a commissioned officer. Thomas Lawrence, the paternal grandfather, became one of the pioneer residents of Huron county, Ohio, settling in Bronson townshipin 1833. He taught school during the early days of the county's development, his labors proving no unimportant element in the progress of the community along intellectual lines. He was a native of South Salem, New York, his birth having there occurred in 1794. On the 27th of November, 1823, he wedded Miss Clemence Reynolds and subsequent to her demise was again married, on the 24th of May, 1831, his second union being with Miss Ada Bishop. For his third wife he chose Miss Drusilla Stone, the marriage ceremony taking place in 1844. The maternal grandparents of Mr. Lawrence of this review were Daniel and Lucy (Cleveland) Morse, the latter being a relative of Grover Cleveland. The parents of Mr. Lawrence are both deceased, the father passing away in 1004, while the mother was called to her final rest the roth of March, 1903. Unto this worthy couple were born four children, namely: Edwin, Thomas, Mary and Daniel.

Thomas Lawrence has spent his entire life on the farm where his birth occurred and early gained practical knowledge of the best methods of tilling the soil through the assistance which he rendered his father in the work of the fields. The old homestead farm, comprising one hundred and fifty-four acres of rich and productive land Bronson township, 15 now in his possession and in its cultivation he has gained a most gratifying measure of prosperity, annually harvesting good crops, for which he finds a ready sale on the market.

On the 25th of February, 1883, Mr. Lawrence was united in marriage to Miss Ella Farrar, who was born on the 26th of September, 1863, her parents being Allen and Hannah (Goodlin) Farrar, natives of England. and Mrs. Farrar reared a family of three children: Stella, Alonzo and Ella. Unto Mr. Lawrence and his wife have been born three children, as follows: Blanche, whose birth occurred October 8, 1886, and who 15 now the wife of Edwin Mc- Pherson; Bertha, who was born July 1894; and Leland, who first opened his eyes to the light of day on the 12th of January, 1898.

Mr. Lawrence has always given stalwart support to the men and measures of the republican party and in the capacity of school director has done effective service for the cause of education. He was also at one time the capable incumbent in the position of postmaster at Olena. Both he and his wife belong to the Presbvterian church and are highly esteemed throughout this locality as people of genuine personal worth and sterling traits of character, having gained the confidence and regard of all with whom they have come in contact. As a worthy representative of an honored pioneer family Mr. Lawrence is well entitled to mention in this volume and it is with pleasure that we present the record of his life to our readers.

Henry, E Peck

The name of Henry T. Peck will be recognized by intelligent readers of this volume as worthy of mention among the better class of agriculturists in the county. He resides on the old Peck homestead in Wakeman township. Mr Peck was born February 22, 1858, his parents being Henry T. and Abigail (Has kins) Peck, the father coming from Connecticut, and the mother from Massachusetts. They were early settlers in the virgin forest of Huron county, and met and conquered all the dragons of the pioneer times. They were thrifty, and, using their earnings for investment, finally became large land owners in the county, having some six hundred acres. In their family were thirteen children, who grew to maturity, as follows: Warren, Atlanta, Byron, Julia, Adelbert, Royal, Lavinia, Edward, Wilmer, Virgil, Everett, Henry T. and Alice. Of these four are deceased: Adelbert, Edward, Lavinia and William. Edward was killed at the battle of Shiloh. It is remembered of the father of this family that he was of sturdy character, firm in his convictions of the right as he saw them and brave to maintain them. His home was one of the stations on the underground railroad, and many a black face shone with gratitude for the helping hand extended during those perilous times. He was one of the founders of the Episcopal church in Wakeman and in many other ways stamped his impress upon the history of his township. He died in 1883, aged seventy-two years, his wife surviving until August, 1903, reaching the ripe age of ninety-one years.

Henry T. Peck was reared to farm life and secured a fair education in the schools of the home community and at Wakeman high school. At the age of twenty-one, he traveled extensively through the west for three years, but finally returned and took up the life of a farmer in his home district. After his marriage, he bought the old homestead, which he has since cultivated, adding many new features and improvements. He "runs to sheep," for the most part, though he also raises many fine horses. The homestead comprises one hundred and ten acres, all of which is kept under cultivation. Mr. Peck also owns some town property as an investment.

His marriage certificate bears date of October 14. 1878, the other contracting party having been Miss Mary Diggins, a daughter of Martin and Sarah Diggins. The birth of three children blessed this union: Clayton H., Marion and Gertrude.

Henry T. Peck is known as a man of fine public spirit, entering into various projects for the betterment of society and government with enthusiastic zeal. He has served several terms as township trustee, has been a member at different times of the school board. He is an active republican and for years and is at present a member of the township board of elections. He has attended the different conventions of his party as a delegate many times, when the influence of his personality has been wielded for sane and safe measures. He and his family affiliate with the Congregational church and are active in its work and support liberally its enterprises. Take him all in all, no truer citizen can be found in Huron county.

Robert March

Robert March, who throughout his active business career has been successfully identified with general agricultural pursuits, is the owner of an excellent farm of thirty-six acres in Peru township. His birth occurred in Germany the 4th of November, 1842, his parents being Joseph and Anna (Phillips) March. In 1852 they set sail for the United States and after a voyage of forty-two days reached New York city, where they remained for about a year. Subsequently the family home was established in Peru township, Huron county, Ohio, where the sons purchased a tract of land of eight acres, on which stood a log house. Here the parents spent their remaining days, the father passing away in 1866 when fifty-eight years of age, while the mother's demise occurred in 1879, when she had attained the age of sixty-five years. Their children were twelve in number, as follows: Ralph, who is now deceased; Pauline, the deceased wife of Herman Longyear; Burkhart, who participated in the Civil war as a member of Company G, Twenty-fourth Ohio Volunteer Infantry, and died at the Soldiers' home at Sandusky ; Gertrude, the widow of Nicholas Hophefecker ; Thaddeus,a resident of Norwalk, Ohio; Henrietta, who is the wife of David Bauman and makes her home in Huron county; Robert, of this review; Tracy, living in Peru township, who wedded Julius Link; John, who lives at Fostoria, Ohio; Stella, the wife of Andrew Itesman and two who died in infancy.

Robert March obtained his education in the district schools and since the age of twelve years has made his home continuously in Peru township. In February, 1864, he enlisted as a soldier of the Union army, becoming a member of Company A, One Hundred and Ninety-second Ohio Volunteer Infantry. The regiment went to Camp Chase and was then sent to Virginia and participated in a number of skirmishes. Mr. March was mustered out on the 2d of September, 1865, and returned home with a most creditable military record, having never faltered in the performance of any task assigned him. The farm of thirtysix acres which he now owns and operates has been his place of residence for about fifty-four years and in the conduct of his agricultural interests he has won a well deserved and creditable degree of success. He has erected a commodious and attractive residence, as well as substantial barn and other outbuildings and the air of neatness and thrift which pervades the place indicates the supervision of a practical and progressive owner.

On the 13th of January, 1874, Mr. March was united in marriage to Miss Louisa Hertzman, a native of Germany, who was brought to the United States by her parents, Anthony and Lena Hertzman, when two years of age. The family located in Seneca county, Ohio. Unto Mr. and Mrs. March have been born eight children, namely: Carolina, who has passed away; Charles, living at Norwalk, Ohio, who wedded Miss Lizzie Rustein, by whom he has three daughters; Mary, also a resident of Norwalk, who gave her hand in marriage to William Longyear, by whom she has one son, Albert; Rose, living at Norwalk, is the wife of Frank Blendsley and has three children, Walter, Clifford and Irene; Lizzie, a resident of Monroeville, is the wife of Charles Lord, by whom she has three children, Harold, Rose and Edna; William, who likewise makes his home at Norwalk; Tillie, living at Monroeville, who is the wife of George Palding, by whom she has one child, Gilbert; and one who died in infancy.

In his political views Mr. March is a stanch republican and has capably served his fellow townsmen in the positions of school director and road supervisor. In religious faith he is a Catholic and belongs to the church of that denomination at Monroeville. His genuine personal worth and many sterling traits of character have gained him the friendship and regard of those with whom he has been associated, and in matters of citizenship he is as loyal to his adopted country as when he followed the old flag southern battlefields.

George E. Canfield, farmer and oil operative of Wakeman township is a worthy descendant of one of the pioneer families of the county, his wife also claiming distinction in that respect, the Shermans having been equally well and favorably known in the days of lang syne." They live in one of the most lovely of the fine farm homes familiar to Huron county residents - supplied with all the modern conveniences and comforts, and with choice books, music and flowers, and a congenial and refined atmosphere pervading it all - a place where intimate friend and partial stranger alike love to linger.

George E. Canfield's nativity lies right where he now lives, the date having been April 8, 1849. His farm is the first one owned by his father, Calvert C. Canfield, of splendid reputation among the older residents of the county. An elder brother of George E. is treated elsewhere in this volume, and the reader is referred to his sketch for further family data. George E. Canfield was the youngest of the family. He was liberally educated, passing from the public schools to Oberlin College and Berlin Heights Academy. In the interim of his school life, he learned under the master hand of his father to cultivate the old homestead, and thus at age found himself competent to handle all the problems of farm life. He was married in the year of his majority, October 11, 1870, to Miss Florence G. Sherman, a daughter of John and Julia (Beecher) Sherman. They were farmers of Wakeman township, their ancestry hailing from Bridgewater, Connecticut, and settling in Huron about 1818. Mrs. Canfield's mother died in young womanhood, she being her only child, and John Sherman married a second time. He died 1800, full of years, respected by all.

To Mr. and Mrs. Canfield have been born two children, the elder of whom. Mary E., born February 26, 1874, died May 20, 1875. The younger, also named Mary E., born June 11, 1876, is now the wife of Earl H. Jaynes, an attorney Cleveland, Ohio. Mr. Canfield brought his wife, at marriage, direct to the home roof and here they have since lived. There are one hundred and one acres in the old homestead, fine and fair to look upon. Indeed it is kept more like a park, with its private golf links, and splendid, tiled fields. In connection with his farming interests, Mr. Canfield has, of late years, in company with his brother-inlaw, John M. Sherman, operated in oil at Fremont, Ohio, and quite successfully.

A republican in politics, he casts an intelligent vote, but eschews office. He and his family are active workers in the Congregational church and Sunday school, of which he has been a trustee for fifteen years. Their home, open to a host of refined and cultured friends from city and countryside, Mr. and Mrs. Canfield wield a powerful influence for good throughout Huron countv.

As a citizen as well a physician, Dr. takes high rank in Norwalk. He was born in Ridgeville, Huron county, August 16, 1855. His father, Edward Gill, was born on the Isle of Man and when twenty-five vears of age crossed the Atlantic to the new world, establishing his home in this county. He was a ship carpenter by trade and a fine mechanic, but after taking up his abode in Ohio his attention was turned to general farming, which he followed just across the line in Erie county. He merried Miss Esther Young, a daughter of Lazarus Young and a native of Huron county. It was after the birth of their son, Dr. Gill, that the parents removed to Erie county, where the father continuously gaged in farming until his life's labors were ended in death 1899. His family numbered four sons and six daughters, who were a credit and honor to his name.

Dr. Gill supplemented his early education acquired in the district schools by study in the high school of Monroeville, and also in the State University at Athens. His literary training therefore proved an excellent foundation upon which to build the superstructure cf his professional knowledge. He entered upon the study of medicine under the direction of Doctors Maguire and Morrell, old and prominent physicians of Norwalk, and later was graduated from the Pulte Medical College, of Cincinnati, vith the class of 1876. He at once located in Norwalk for the practice of his profession and has since maintained his office here. Throughout the entire time he h3s lived in the sam? locality and is one of the best known citizens of the county. Following his graduation he practiced for some time in partnership with his old preceptor, Dr. Morrell, and has since been alone. He is widely recognized as a physician of marked ability and of thorough understanding of the scientific principles of the profession. He has ever kept abreast with the trend of modern thought, research and investigation, and while he is not hasty in discrediting the old and time-tried methods of practice, at the same time he quickly taxes up any new idea which he believes will prove of practical value in his chosen life work.

In 1879 Dr. Gill was married to Miss Sarah A. Cline, a daughter of John Cline, one of the pioneer residents of this city. They now have one son, Robert Cline, who was born November 17, 1888. Dr. Gill is a prominent Mason, having attained the thirty-second degree of the Scottish rite. He is most highly respected as a citizen and one whose efforts in behalf of public progress have been valuable elements in its welfare and upbuilding. He has cooperated in many movements that have been beneficial to both the city and county and in all of his citizenship manifests a most patriotic spirit. professional lines he is connected with the Huron County Medical Society, of which he is the secretary, and with the Ohio State Medical Society. Anything which tends to bring to man the key to the complex mystery which we call life is of interest to him, and his ability and devotion to his professional work have long been recognized and have won him honorable success.

Norman A. Barnes

Norman A. Barnes, the owner of considerable property in the town of Bellevue, was born in St. Lawrence county, New York, June 28, 1824, the son of Norman and Sybel (Parker) Barnes, both of whom lived in that county until their death, which occurred in the case of the father in 1838, when he was but forty-seven years of age. The mother, on the other hand lived to the advanced age of ninety-two, having known forty-five years of widowhood. The loneliness of these, however, was alleviated through the loving care of ten children, though but few of these exhibited the hardiness of life that distinguished her. Of this large family but one beside the subject of this sketch survives, James C., the fourth son. Those deceased are Walter S., Sylvester, Charles, Lucinda, Mamie, Jane, and two who did not live beyond the period of childhood.

Norman A. Barnes, who was the eighth in this large family, spent the first nineteen years of his life in the county of his birth. From there he went to Lewis county, New York, where he learned the trade of harnessmaker and lived for two years. In 1845 he came west to Ohio, pursuing his trade in various cities of the state, such as Dayton, Cincinnati, and others, until in 1849, when he came to Bellevue. he started in the harness business on Main street, and though he was more than moderately successful, his health began to fail him after four years' application and he gave it up. He then commenced buying and selling live stock, seeking a market in New York and other cities in the east. For upwards of forty years he was engaged in this business, changing his methods with the changes that passed over the country during all those years, for when he first commenced dealing in live stock, he was wont to go on horseback over the country to any place he heard that fine animals were to be procured. When he retired from active participation in the business, the life of a stockman had become in many particulars a less strenuous one.

On the roth of October, 1850, Mr. Barnes was united in marriage to Miss Julia A. Sloane, a daughter of Joseph and Elizabeth (Skinner) Sloane, who were born August 18, 1786, and January 13, 1792, respectively. Their birth fol- lowed shortly upon the permanent establishment of the federal government, and their deaths, the father's occurring November 4, 1850, the mother's, March 13, 1862, antedated by but a few years the great struggle for this same government's preservation. Mr. Sloane was a native of Vermont and his wife of New Hampshire. Their union was blessed with nine children, all of whom but Mrs. Barnes, the youngest, have passed away. The others were Flavilla, Annetta, Elvira, Lucinda, Joseph, William, Sirenus and Elizabeth. Mrs. Barnes was born in York, Livingston county, New York, on the 22d of January, 1828 and was the mother of two children, both of whom she survives. Ella F., who was born October 16, 1851, died February 1, 1000; and Julia F., born July 2, 1853, died in September the year following.

Fraternally Mr. Barnes is connected with the Masons, and has the distinction of being the oldest member of the Bellevue Lodge, No. 273 A. F. & A. M. Some years ago he was presented with a fine knife, which is hereafter to descend and to be the property of the oldest member. From 1866, Mr. Barnes dates his affiliation with the organization, and during that time was chaplain of the blue lodge, and counsellor for ten years. In politics he gives his allegiance to the republican party and has served as councilman of his town for a number of years as the choice of his party. In the Congregational church, of which he has been a member for sixty-two years, he has held the honorable position of deacon for a long time. In short, he is a man who in the many years he has made Bellevue his home, has ever stood for its advancement and stability. He is well known, and the reputation which has spread abroad concerning him is one that might be a credit to any man. There are but few who can boast that they have lived five years past a half-century in the same house.

Frank J. Walter

Frank J. Walter is the owner of a finely improved farm of seventy acres in Ridgefield township, where he successfully and energetically carries on his agricultural interests. His birth occurred in Peru township, Huron county, on the 28th of March, 1857, his parents being Joseph and Biligaldas (Snyder) Walter, both of whom were natives of Baden, Germany. The former, who was born in 1825, was but six years of age when he made the voyage to the United States with his father, Frantz Walter, who was engaged in the butchering business in this county at an early day, supplying meat for the men employed on the construction of the Lake Shore Railroad. This venture did not prove profitable, however, as he lost considerable money through a dishonest foreman. Joseph Walter, the father of our subject, obtained his early education in the district schools and was identifed with agricultural pursuits throughout his active business career. He purchased his farm from Christ Duffner and as the years went by made many substantial improvements on the property, erecting a commodious and attractive residence as well as good barns and outbuildings. He capably served in the position of township trustee for a number of years and Was a communicant of the Catholic church at Monroeville, in the faith of which he passed away in 1907. His wife, whose birth had occurred in 1829, was called to her final rest in 1899. Unto this worthy couple were born six children, namely: Dennis, who is deceased; Frank J., of this review; William; Emma, who has also passed away; Jennie, who is the widow of Henry Zipfel and resides at Monroeville, Ohio; and Adolph.

Frank J. Walter supplemented his preliminary education, acquired in the district schools, by a course of study at Notre Dame and since putting aside his text-books has given his time and energies in undivided manner to the work of the fields. before stated, his farm comprises seventy acres of productive land in Ridgefield township, which he purchased from his father's estate. He is a thorough student of the scientific methods of farming and has adopted all that is progressive in that line. This, together with his untiring industry and unremitting energy, has made him one of the prosperous and representative agriculturists, as well as substantial citizens, of his aative county.

In the spring of 1804 Mr. Walter was united in marriage to Miss Sadie Spohrer, a daughter of Joseph and Tracy Spohrer, who were natives of Germany and became residents of Huron county, Ohio. on their emigration to the new world. Unto Mr. and Mrs. Walter have been born two children, Adela and Albert, both at home. Mr. Walter is a devoted and faithful member of the Catholic church. He has been a resident of this county throughout his entire life and that his career has ever been an upright and honorable one is indicated by the fact that the associates of his boyhood and youth are still numbered among his stanch friends and admirers.

Daniel E. Shedd

It is but proper that the name of Daniel E. Shedd should be mentioned in this volume in connection with the honored dead of Huron county, for he was for many years one of the progressive and public spirited men of Norwalk township, where he was engaged in farming pursuits. He was a native of this county, born in Peru township, February 23, 1830, a son of Mr. and Mrs. Enoch Shedd. The former was a native of New York state and was a Minute Man in the Revolutionary war.

Daniel E. Shedd, whose name introduces this record, was reared in Huron county and started out in the business world as a railroad employe, acting as conductor on a train for nine years. In 1874, however, he purchased a farm of seventyfive acres in Norwalk township, which he operated during the remainder of his active business career, or until his death, which occurred June 14, 1896, and this property is still in possession of his widow. In his work Mr. Shedd alwavs displayed a most progressive spirit and in his undertakings met with success so that he was numbered among the county's substantial farmers and public spirited men.

It was on the rst of January, 1863, that Mr. Shedd was married, the lady of his choice being Miss Mary Jane Standish, who was born April 4, 1841, in North Fairfield, Huron county. paternal grandfather was Peleg Standish, who was born in New York. Her father, Zachariah Standish, was a farmer by occu- pation and is now deceased. He was a direct descendant of Miles Standish, a renowned military leader and the subject of Longfellow's celebrated poem entitled The Courtship of Miles Standish. Zachariah Standish wedded Miss Lucy Smith, a daughter of Aaron and Esther Smith, residents of North Fairfield, Huron county. The marriage of Mr. and Mrs. Shedd was blessed with two sons and one daughter. Edward D., the eldest, wedded Miss Alice House, of Norwalk, a daughter of Hiram K. House, who once served as mayor of that city. Their children, three in number, are Charles G., Earl and Mary E. Charles S., the next member of the Shedd family, is with his mother on the home farm, which he is operating. Maisie, the only daughter, is the wife of Albert B. Kittinger, a resident of East Townsend, Huron county, and they have one son, Clair Shedd Kittinger, who was born in 1898. the children were accorded liberal educational advantages, completing their studies in the Norwalk schools.

Mr. Shedd was identified with the agricultural life of this section of the state for almost a quarter of a century and during this time took a deep interest in the advancement and progress that was made in this direction. He led a busy, useful life, was honorable in all business dealings, considerate of the welfare of his family, and thus his death, which occurred June 14, 1896, when he had reached the age of fifty-seven years, was mourned not only by the members of his own household but as well by a host of warm and admiring friends.

Charles Godfred

Charles Godfred, a well known and prosperous agriculturist of Bronson township, was born in Bavaria, Germany, in 1837, a son of Philip and Barbara (Hertl) Godfred. When but a small babe he was brought to this country by his parents, the family home being established in Huron county, Ohio. The brothers and sisters of our subject are as follows: Philip, Adam, Jacob, Peter, Louis, Harriett, Minnie and Caroline.

In early manhood Charles Godfred was employed for six years as the traveling representative of a firm dealing in agricultural implements and likewise-held a position as bookkeeper in Fort Wayne, Indiana. He worked in various capacities in different parts of the country but since the time of his marriage has devoted his attention to general agricultural pursuits and still lives on his farm in Bronson township. By reason of his persistent and unflagging energy, guided by sound judgment, he has won a creditable and commendable measure of prosperity in his undertakings and has gained wide and favorable recognition as a substantial, representative and respected citizen of his community. He can read and speak German, French and English and is well educated in these languages.

In 1872, Mr. Godfred was united in marriage to Miss Elizabeth Brandt, a native of Ohio and a daughter of Casper and Mary Brandt, who came to this state from Switzerland. Unto Mr. and Mrs. Godfred have been born the following children: Henry C., Frank, Ralph, Louisa and Laura. The parents consistent and faithful members of the German Reformed church and are highly esteemed as. people of genuine personal worth and upright, honorable lives. Though Mr. Godfred has now passed the Psalmist's allotted span of three score years and ten, in spirit and interests he seems yet in his prime and his active and useful career has made him well worthy the respect and regard which are uniformlv accorded him.

Albert C Wibetams

Albert C. Williams, a representative and prosperous agriculturist of Lyme township, owning a valuable farm of ninety-one acres, has continuously lived on this place from his birth to the present time, his natal day being April 5, 1837. His parents were C. C. and Mary Williams, the former born May r5, 1796, and the latter on the 22d of August, 1795. In the year of 1834 they made their way from Orange, New Jersey, to Lyme township, Huron xounty, the father purchasing the farm which is now the property of his son, Albert C. He was successfully identified with agricultural interests throughout his active business career and remained a worthy and respected resident of the community until called to his final rest on the 15th of June, 1862. His wife, surviving him for a number of years, passed away December 23, 1887, in her ninety-third year, in the faith of the Episcopal church, with which Mr. Williams was also affiliated. Unto this worthy couple were born nine children. Sarah E., whose birth occurred January 27, 1823, died on the 25th of January, 1800. Abraham, born August 4, 1824, passed away September 24, 1824. Phoebe Harriet, who first opened her eyes to the light of day on the 27th of October, 1825, was called to her home beyond on the 8th of April, 1007. Abraham W., who was born Jan- 6, 1828, met death on the 16th of August, 1844, being kicked by a horse. Mary Frances, born May 6, 1830, passed away on the 28th of October, 1889. Caleb Dayton, whose birth occurred April 6, 1832, did active duty in the Union army as first lieutenant of Company B, One Hundred and Twenty-third Ohio Volunteer Infantry, and was killed in the service on the 18th of July, 1864. Benjamin Heber, born May r3, 1834, likewise laid down his life on the altar of his country, being killed while serving as a private of Company B, One Hundred and Twenty-third Ohio Volunteer Infantry. Albert C., of this review, is the nextin order of birth. Charles H., who was born December 9, 1840, passed away on the oth of November, 1800.

Albert C. Williams attended the district schools in pursuit of an education and early in life also became familiar with the duties and labors that fall to the lot of the agriculturist, for he assisted his father in the cultivation of the home farm. On attaining man's estate he chose as a life work the occupation to which he had been reared and in his farming operations has met with that measure of prosperity which is ever the reward of persistent and untiring labor when guided by sound judgment and keen discrimination.

On the sth of December, 1866, Mr. Williams was joined in wedlock to Miss Mary Frith, whose birth occurred in Lyme township, December 1843, her parents being George and Elizabeth Ann Frith, who were natives of London,

England, and 1834 established their home in Lyme township, Huron county, Ohio. Unto Mr. and Mrs. Williams have been born six children. Gertrude E. and Benjamin H., who reside at home, are engaged in the conduct of a dairy. Herbert F., living in Lyme township, wedded Miss Mary Southworth, by whom he has one child, Albert F. Dayton A., who married Miss Julia Cavanaugh, makes his home in Tacoma, Washington. Alice E., is the wife of Dr. Rufus Southworth and has two children, Edward and Elizabeth Ann, twins. They reside at Glendale, Hamilton county, Ohio. Harold B. is a resident of Tacoma, Washington.

In his political views Mr. Williams is a stalwart and inflexible republican and has capably served his fellow townsmen in various positions of public trust and responsibility. He was township trustee for four years, acted as county commissioner from 1873 until 1882 and has also been a member of the school board, ever discharging his official duties in a prompt and efficient manner. He is a life-long member of the Episcopal church at Monroeville and for twenty years has been its senior warden. Having spent their entire lives in this county, both he and his wife are widely and favorably known within its borders, while their many excellent traits of character have gained' them the respect and esteem of all with whom they have been associated.

On the roster of capable and loyal public officials in Huron county appears the name of W. H. Sattig, one of the native sons of Norwalk township, his birth having there occurred on the 17th of September, 1861. His father, Martin Sattig, was a native of Alsace, Germany, born in 1811, and the year 1826 witnessed his arrival in Norwalk township. After a brief period he removed to Ashland county, Ohio, where he lived for a year and then went to St. Louis, where he remained for three years. On the expiration of that period he returned to Norwalk and after a short time passed in the city gave his attention to farming interests, which he followed about two miles from the county seat. There he lived until 1887, when he removed to the town, continuing to make it his place of residence until he was called to his final home in 1895. He was a man greatly respected because of his genuine personal worth, his good qualities winning him warm friendships wherever he was known. He married a Miss Humm, a native of France, and they became the parents of eleven children, four sons and seven daughters, all born in the same house in Norwalk township Eight of this number are still residents of Huron county.

W. H. Sattig acquired his early education in the country schools and afterward attended Milan Academy. He crossed the threshold of the business world as an employee of the Lake Shore Railroad Company, with which he continued until 1890, when he became night policeman in Norwalk. On his retirement from that position he spent five years in the employ of the Chase Piano Company, after which he was again called to public office, serving as marshal of the city for two terms. He had previously learned the carpenter's trade in his youth and after the expiration of his term as marshal he again took up work along that line. He also engaged in farming until he was elected sheriff of the county in 1907. He is the first democrat ever chosen to the office and in his election overcame a normal republican majority of fifteen to eighteen hundred, being elected by nearly seven hundred votes ahead of his opponent, which indicates his personal popularity and the confidence and trust reposed in him.

In 1884 Mr. Sattig was married to Miss Lena A. Meyers, a daughter of Jacob Meyers, one of the well known pioneer residents of Norwalk township. They now have one daughter, Emma W. Mr. Sattig is connected with the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks and with the Knights of the Maccabees. He is familiarly known throughout the county as "Hank" Sattig. What is more pleasing than a nickname? It indicates close friendship and kindly regard, congenial companionship and attractive social qualities. these are characteristic of Mr. Sattig, who has been a life-long resident of Huron county and in his official and business relations has made a creditable record. More than eight decades have passed since the family was first established in this part of the state and in the intervening years the representatives of the name have borne a commendable share in the work of general improvement and progress here.

Melvin J. Hurst

Melvin J. Hurst, a prominent farmer of Wakeman township and a representative of one of the pioneer families of the county, was born in Camden, Lorain county, Ohio, May 18, 1864. His parents, John and Mary (Longeway) Hurst, were natives of Quebec, Canada, where they resided until 1854, when they came to the United States and settled in Lorain county. There in a prosperous farming country they took up their residence with the pioneers, becoming one of them, not only by long residence, but by the substantial qualities of good citizenship. For sixteen years the father engaged in farming in Lorain county, when he moved his family to Wakeman, where they have since resided. There were four children in the family: Pamelia, Noble G., Margaret and Melvin J., all of whom are living except Pamelia. The father died in October, 1892, and the mother May 29, 1907. The three deceased members of the family lie in Wakeman cemetery.

Melvin J. Hürst, the youngest son, who forms the immediate subject of this review, was educated in the public schools of Wakeman. This schooling, together with the experimental knowledge acquired during his youth, as assistant in the general farm work, laid the foundation of his present prosperity.

On January 4, 1890, Mr. Hurst married Miss Jennie Beecher, a daughter of Horace and Fannie (Pierce) Beecher. Both the Pierce and Beecher families were among the very early pioneers of Huron county and were prominent in the development which followed. To the marriage of Mr. and Mrs. Hurst eight children were born, seven sons and a daughter: Horace B., John M., Lynn M., Helen M., Harold W., Kenneth, Elten and Charles W., all living at home. After marriage Mr. Hurst farmed in another part of the county until 1893, when he re- moved to the old homestead in the central part of Wakeman township, where he has since resided. His specialty is general and systematic farming, though he raises stock to some extent. He has a farm of one hundred and seven acres and the yield per acre is unusually large under his skillful management. Few farms in the township equal it in productive values.

Mr. Hurst exhibits fine public spirit and is always interested in the affairs of his county. He served a period of three years as trustee of his township. In politics he is a stanch republican, one of the stand-patters, but he takes only such part in the affairs of his party as is consistent with good citizenship, not caring for office. His beliefs are embodied in public improvements, good roads, best of educational advantages, and he insists on an honest expenditure of the public money.

Socially Mr. Hurst is a member of the Maccabees, and in Christian work the Congregational church claims his family's allegiance, the whole family being active workers in that organization. Both Mr. and Mrs. Hurst believe in higher education and the younger members of the family will be given the best. The home itself represents the character and thoughts of the family, being well supplied with good standard and current literature and bearing every evidence of its refining influence.

John C. Ransom

John C. Ransom, who for more than six decades was numbered among the most prominent and respected residents of Huron county, was born in Lyme. Connecticut, on the 11th of August, 1819, and passed away June 4, 1903, when he had attained the age of eighty-three years, nine months and twenty-four days. His parents were Captain Judah and Nancy M. Ransom. The father was of the pioneers of modern navigation on the great chain of lakes, having been the first navigator who sailed to the upper lakes and returned. Those of the early settlers of this county who still survive, well remember the fatal voyage of the Marx" 1840. The boat left Sandusky in November with a cargo of wheat and was wrecked at Point Abino, twenty miles from Buffalo, carrying to a watery grave her heroic commander, Captain Judah Ransom, and his entire crew. Captain Ransom's widow and her children were left to fight the battles incident to life in the Firelands in those early days, the Captain having acquired several hundred acres of land in Hartland township, Huron county, Ohio. The children were three in number, as follows: Elizabeth D., Charles H. and John C.

The last named took up his abode in Hartland township in 1842, and by his well directed and unremitting efforts transformed a timber tract into a productive farm and beautiful home. Surrounded, as we are in this day, with highly developed farms and attractive and palatial residences, it is difficult for those who are enjoying the fruits of the labor of those sturdy pioneer farmers who wrought this mighty change, to appreciate the task of the transforming hand. Coming from stanch New England stock, Mr. Ransom inherited all those noble qualities with which the Puritan was endowed, thus fitting him for the hardships he was called upon to endure. Success eventually crowned his labors and he became one of the most prosperous and influential residents of the county. He owned about one thousand two hundred and forty acres of valuable land and also had other financial interests.

In 1844 Mr. Ransom was united in marriage to Miss Gitty Ann Johnson, whose birth occurred December 28, 1823 in Middlesex county, New Jersey, her parents being William and Lydia Johnson, natives of the state of New Jersey. In 1835 they made their way to Hartland township, this county, becoming prominent factors the pioneer development and upbuilding of the community. Unto Mr. and Mrs. Ransom were born four children, the record of whom is as follows. George W., a resident of Wellington, Ohio, married Miss Olive C. Case, a daughter of Charles and Emeline Case, of Clarksfield township. They have one daughter, Anna E., now the wife of Frederick Frazier, of Pottstown, Pennsylvania. Mary C. Ransom and her brother, Charles J., both reside on the old homestead in Hartland township. John H., the second member of the family, is deceased, having been called to his final rest on the 22d of February, 1899. His wife, who bore the maiden name of Sarah Ann Snyder, was a daughter of Benjamin F. and Mary (Biddinger) Snyder, of Ashland county, Ohio. She stil! survives her husband and the two daughters of her marriage are also yet living. They are: Lena M., the wife of Holland S. Donaldson, of Cleveland : and Mary I., who is the wife of Clifton D. Tucker, of Los Angeles, California. The death of Mrs. Gitty Ann Ransom, the wife of John C. Ransom, occurred on the oth of March, 1892, about eleven years prior to the demise of her husband.

Mr. Ransom exercised his right of franchise in support of the men and measures of the republican party but, though a man of strong political convictions, he had no desire for the honors and emoluments of office, for he was quiet and retiring in disposition and preferred the seclusion of his own pleasant home to the glamour of publicity. He was deprived of educational advantages in his youthful years but had such an inherent fondness for books that he easily overcame this lack of early mental training and in later years became recognized as a widely informed and well educated man. Honorable in business, loyal in citizenship, charitable in thought, kindly in action, true to every trust confided to his care, he commanded the respect of a large circle of friends and acquaintances. before stated, his son and daughter, Mary C. and Charles J., now live on the old family homestead in Hartland township - celebrated for its attractive surroundings as well as for its hospitable and refined atmosphere.

5. H. Cook, a well known business man of Bellevue, Ohio, was born in Seneca county, New York, October 22, 1844, the son of Elihu and Lorinda (Hall) Cook. The mother died there two vears after the birth of this son, at the early age of twenty-eight, and the father subsequently came to Ohio, settling in Huron county. He lived here but a short time, when he removed to Republic, Seneca county, Ohio, where he made his home for some five years. From there he went to Michigan, and in Clinton county, that state, his death occurred in 1861, at the age of fortysix. By his first marriage Mr. Cook had two sons: Artemus, who lives in St. Louis, Michigan; and S. H. Cook, our subject. By his second marriage, his wife being Miss Magdalena Burbick, he had two more children: William, who lives at College Place, Washington; and Elihu, whose home is in Bay City, Michigan.

S. H. Cook lived in Michigan some few months after his father's death and then came to Bellevue, where he enlisted in Company D, Thirty-fourth Ohio Volunteer Infantry, the First Piatt: Zouaves. His experiences in the war of the Rebellion were numerous and the list of his campaigns, which is a long one, may be summarized as follows: he enlisted at Flat Rock, Ohio, August 22, 1862, joined regiment at Point Pleasant, Virginia, in September ; participated in battle of Buffalo Gap, West Virginia, September 27, 1862; Manassas Gap, Virginia, November 5, 1862; Wytheville, Virginia, July 17, 1863; Averills raid through West Virginia, August 25th to the 3oth, 1863; Princeton, West Virginia, May 6, 1863; Clovd Mountain, Virginia, May 9, 1864; Cove Mountain, Virginia, May 9th and roth, 1864; New River, Virginia, May 10, 1864; Salt Pond Mountain, June r, 1864; Panthers Gap, West Virginia, June 3, 1864; Piedmont, Virginia, June 5, 1864 ; Buffalo Gap, West Virginia, June 6, 1864 ; Lexington, West Virginia, June 10th and 11th, 1864; Buchanan, West Virginia, June 14, 1864 ; Otter Creek, Virginia, June 16, 1864; Lynchburg, Virginia, June 17th and 18th, 1864; Liberty, Virginia, June 20, 1864; Salem, Virginia, June 21, 1864; Monocacy, Maryland, July 9, 1864; Snickers Gap, Virginia, July 17, 1864; Snickers Ferry, Virginia, July 18, 1864; Winchester, Virginia, July 20, 1864; Kernstown, Virginia, July 23, 1864; Winchester, Virginia, July 24, 1864; Martinsburg, Virginia, July 25, 1864 ; Summit Point, Virginia, August 2I, 1864; Halltown, Virginia, August 24- 26-27, 1864 ; Berryville, Virginia, September 3, 1864 ; Opequan, Virginia, September 19, 1864; Fishers Hill, Virginia, September 22, 1864; Strasburg, Virginia, October 9, 1864. Later he was sent to the hospital at Baltimore on the sick list, where he remained until discharged from the army, June 7, 1865. Upon returning from service he came to Bellevue, but remained here only two months, when he went to Michigan, which was the scene of his labors for about three years. From there he came again to Bellevue, where he has lived ever since.

On the 2d of December, 1873, Mr. Cook was united in marriage to Miss Caroline Baughman, the daughter of Hieronymous Baughman, of Bellevue. Mr. Cook's old regiment chaplain performed the ceremony and blessed the couple, such being the wish of the man who endured so much on the field of battle when the Rev. Collier's words of counsel gave added courage. No children have been born of this marriage.

In his youth Mr. Cook learned the cooper's trade, at which he worked for some time, and for a few years he served as a grocery clerk, but it is as the proprietor of a restaurant that he is best known, for he has been engaged in that business for the past twenty-five years. He has other commercial interests, for he is a stockholder and a member of the board of directors of the Bellevue Kraut Company. He belongs to the local post of the Grand Army of the Republic and in the company of his fellow soldiers revives the memories of those four years of fighting. His fraternal affiliations are with the Royal Arcanum, of which he is a devoted member, and in Masonry he holds membership in the blue lodge, chapter and council. Mr. Cook is one of that rapidly diminishing body of men who are living examples of a militant patriotism. an old soldier and for the qualities of noble manhood which he possesses, he is respected among those who

Louis Grine, the owner of a tract of land of one hundred and eighty acres in Peru township, devotes his attention to farming, which George Washington designated as "the most useful as well as the most honorable occupation of man." His birth occurred in Sherman township, Huron county, Ohio. on the 23d of January, 1869, his parents being Alois and Kathryn (Houch) Grine, the former a native of Germany and the latter of Peru township, this county. The father, whose birth occurred in. the year 1840, set sail for the United States in 1861 and after landing on the shores of the new world, he came to Sherman township, this county, where he worked at carpentering for a number of years, having learned that trzde in his native country. Subsequently he purchased eighteen acres of land in Sherman township and later bought more land in Peru township. Doth he and his wife still survive and make their home in Sherman township, being well known and highly esteemed throughout the community as people of genuine personal worth. His wife, who was born in Peru township on the 11th of November, 1846, was a daughter of Lawrence and Kathryn Houch, early settlers of this county. Unto Mr. and Mrs. Alois Grine were born nine children, as follows: Emma, who is the wife of August Miller and resides on a farm near Tiffin, Ohio; Louis, of this review; Joseph, a resident of Buffalo, New York; Mary, living in Cleveland, Ohio; Daniel, of Peru township; Peter, who makes his home at El!wood City, Pennsylvania; George, who lives in Washington, near the Pacific coast; Rose, who resides near Tiffin, Ohio; and Edward, of Buffalo, New York.

In the acquirement of an education Louis Grine attended the district and German schools of Sherman township and there continued to make his home until twenty-seven years of age, since which time he has resided in Peru township. In 1882, bought from Eli Ellis the farm of one hundred and eighty acres which he now operates and the many substantial improvements which are seen on the property bespeak his thrift and enterprise. He raises the cereals best adapted to soil and climate and annually garners bounteous harvests as the result of his care and labor in the cultivation of the fields.

On the 23d of January, 1900, Mr. Grine was united in marriage to Miss Isabelle Fisher, a native of Sherman township and a daughter of Gecrge and Josephine (Setterly) Fisher, who were born in Germany, but are now residents of Sherman township. They reared a family of ten children, namely: George; Elizabeth; Joseph, who is now deceased; Marx: Mary; Carrie; Rose; Isabell, now Mrs. Grine; William; and Catherine. Mr. and Mrs. Grine have no children of their own, but have an adopted son, George Eckert, whom they took from the Cleveland Home. à

January, 1008, as a candidate of the democratic party, Mr. Grine was elected a township trustee and is therefore the present incumbent in that position. He likewise held the office of road supervisor in Sherman township for a number of years. Both he and his wife are faithful communicants of the Catholic church at Monroeville and have an extensive circle of warm iriends throughout the county in which their entire lives have been spent.

L. P. Hensinger, mayor of Chicago Junction and also well known in connection with the business interests of the city, being now engaged in real estate dealing, was born in Indiana, August 4, 1863. His father, John Hensinger, was a native of Pennsylvania, and came to Seneca county, Ohio, with his parents, where they lived for a short time, a removal then being made to Allen county, Indiana, where the family became identifed with general agricultural pursuits. In 1866, John Hensinger came again to Ohio and once more took up his abode in Seneca county. He became a prominent farmer, merchant and miller and is still in active business there. He celebrated his golden wedding in 1604, having been married in 1854 to Miss Catherine Newkirk, a native of Ohio. He is a very active man in both business and public affairs and his influence on the life of the community is a beneficial and far-reaching one.

L. P. Hensinger was educated in the country schools of Huron county, where he obtained his diploma, after which he entered the milling business in connection with his father at West Lodi. There he continued for seven years when he came to Chicago Junction, arriving in 1893. Here he built and successfully operated a mill for seven vears, after which he leased it and turned his attention to the grocery business, which he conducted until 1909, when he sold out and embarked in the real estate business. He now has an extensive clientage in this connecticn, handling town and farm property, and is doing a very extensive business throughout the southwest and Canada, while at the same time he is interested in property in Chicago Junction. He is quite successful, displaying intelligent appreciation of opportunities and at ali times keeping well informed concerning property values. December, 1607, he was elected mayor oi Chicago Junction and is now filling the office, giving to the city a businesslike and progressive administration. He has also done other important public service, having been for two vears a member of the school board, while for two vears he served on the citv council and for two years was on the board of public service, his previous official duties well qualifving him for the mavoralty, and as chief executive of the citv he has instituted various needed reforms and improvements. He has been a active politician, and a strong testimonial of his popularity is the fact that he has always received a substantial majority in a republican district although he is a pronounced democrat. He ever has the courage of his convictions, fearlesly advocating any cause that he may espouse.

In 1888, Mr. Hensinger was united in marriage to Miss Laura S. Norris, a native of Seneca county and a daughter of John T. and Elizabeth Norris. They have six children: Alta B., Mabel M., Hazel B., Eula E., Delbert N. and Eva M. The family attend and support the Methodist church, of which Mr. Hensinger is a member. He also belongs to the Masonic fraternity and the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks and the Knights of Pythias. His life work has been characterized by continuous progress, whether in private or business affairs or in public service and the many substantial qualities that he has displayed, have won him the esteem, good will and confidence of all who know him.

E. D. Sackett, engaged in the practice of law Norwalk, was born near New London, in Huron county, Ohio, November 7, 1860, and is a representative of an old New England family. His father, D. R. Sackett, was born in Connecticut in the early "405 and, removing westward to Huron county, carried on the occupation of farming for a time, but after a brief period removed to New London, where he lived for many years. He was long connected with the business interests of the town and was a prominent and respected resident there. He served for some time as justice of the peace and was also elected mayor of the city. In 1893, he removed to Chicago, where he engaged in business for a number of years, but later went to the Pacific coast and is now a resident of California. His wife, who bore the maiden name of Mary Jane Washburn, was born in Huron county, a daughter of James Washburn, who came to this section of the state at a time when he had to chop his way through the forests. His father, Joseph Washburn, was one of the very earliest pioneers of northern Ohio and the founder of the Washburn family which is now a numerous and influential one in the southeastern part of the county. The death of Mrs. Sackett occurred in 1892, when she was fifty-three years of age, ere the removal of her husband to Chicago.

E. D. Sackett spent his early childhood under the parental roof, and the schools of Lebanon and Oberlin, Ohio, afforded him his educational privileges. When his literary course was completed, he took up the study of law and was graduated from the Michigan University at Ann Arbor in the class of 1884. He then practiced in Huron county until 1893, after which he went to Chicago to take charge of his father's business, for the father's health had failed. E. D. Sackett also practiced law in the city on the lake and after residing there for a time, went to San Diego, California, where he engaged in the practice of his profession for three vears. In 1898, he returned to New London, where he opened a law office, but in 1900, he sought a broader field of labor by a removal to Norwalk, being engaged on the editorial staff of law publishing department of the Laning Company for a year and a half. On the expiration of that period, he took up active practice, which he carries on alone, and that his knowledge of the law is comprehensive and exact is manifest in the success which has attended him in the trial of his cases. Ernest effort, close application and the exercise of his native talents have won him prestige as a lawyer at a bar which has numbered many eminent men.

In 1889, Mr. Sackett was married to Miss May Johnson, a daughter of Alvin Johnson, and a granddaughter of David Johnson, a prominent early citizen and one of the first sheriffs of the county. Mr. and Mrs. Sackett have one son, Victor, who was born Februarv 24, 189r.

Mr. Sackett is a member of the Knights of Pythias lodge and also of the Macabbees tent. His political allegiance is given to the democracy and he is one of the active workers in its ranks, doing all in his power to promote the growth and insure the success of the party. He has served as secretary of the executive committee and is a good manager and organizer. He is widely and favorably known throughout this, his native county, and his salient characteristics are of that substantial character which everywhere win respect and regard.

Charles Acr Usseee

Charles A. Russeli, proprietor of Maple Hill farm in Wakeman township, was born October 18, 1867, and is a native of the township in which he resides. He is a son of William H. and Emerette (Palmotier) Russell. The father was a native of Huron county and his grandfather, Isaac Russell, came from Scotland as a boy with his parents, who settled in Connecticut. At eighteen years of age Isaac came to Wakeman, where he was married first to a Miss Sisson, who lived but a year and was the mother of William H. Isaac Russell was a shoemaker in Birmingham, Erie county, Ohio, for many years, but farmed after coming to Huron county. William H. Russell learned the cooper's trade and later engaging in the lumber business, at present resides in Shiloh, Richland county, a purchasing agent for a large lumber company.

Charles A. Russell was educated in the Wakeman public schools, supplementing that knowledge by a term at an academy at Collins. He learned the trade of tinner, which he followed for five years, spending a like period of time as a clerk in a clothing store in Wakeman. In 1881, yielding to the call of the great west, he went to Lincoln, Nebraska, where, for two vears, he worked on a stock ranch, with a shorter period in a store in the city. Returning to Wakeman in 1883, he again engaged in clerking, and put in some time at his trade. He then married and settled down, clerking for two years, and then located on Maple Hill farm, where he has since resided. This is one of the choice farms of Wakeman township, containing one hundred and seventy-five acres of splendidly improved land, with substantial and roomy buildings, all new and modern. His residence is lighted with acetylene and supplied with water throughout, as are also all the barns and stables. He engages in general farming, specializing in Merino- Delaine sheep, being both breeder and feeder. He has been very successful, handling large flocks at all times.

Mr. Russell was married December 17, 1889, to Miss Bertha D. Rowland, a daughter of Samuel and Betsy (Wall) Rowland, a sketch of whom appears elsewhere in this volume. Children were born to Mr. and Mrs. Russell as follows: Iona E. and Gladys A., both of whom are still inmates of the home.

Mr. Russell takes an active interest in the affairs of his home community, supports republican principles, and he served for three years as presiding judge of the township board of elections and also as a member of the republican county central committee. He and his family are members of the Congregational church and are quite active in all its interests. Mrs. Russeil is a lady of superior attainments, being especially gifted as a vocalist. She was educated in music at the Oberlin Conservatory. public appearances, which are frequent throughout the county, leave nothing to be desired in the warmth of her reception. A splendid home-keeper, she deserves credit for much of her husbands success. Mi. and Mrs. Russell are prominent in the social life of the community and are popular with friends and neighbors.

Elmer E. Rowland

Elmer E. Rowland is a most public-spirited citizen who ever has the interest of the community at heart, and he is also numbered among the substantial farmers of Huron county owning and operating a tract of one hundred and twentyeight acres, in Clarksfield township. This farm was located by this paternal grandfather, Aaron Rowland, in 1818, he having removed to this place from Connecticut. When he settled here, this district was all wild and unimproved and much of the land was still in possession of the Indians and wild game of all kinds was abundant. He possessed a sturdy character and with energy and determination at once began to develop and improve his farm.

Daniel Rowland, the father of our subject, was reared to farm life and after reaching years of maturity, wedded Miss Harriet Chaffee. They reared a family of fcur children, one son and three daughters, the sisters of our subject being: Emma, who died March 30, 1853, aged two years and seven days; Celia, now the wife of Dorr Twaddle, a resident of Clarksfield township; and Carrie, who died November 18, 1870, aged eleven years, ten month and twenty-four days. Eventually the father came into possession of the old home farm and through many years was identified with its cultivation. Like his father, he took a very prominent part in community affairs and the early development and progress of Clarksfield township is due in large measure to their efforts. Danie! Rowland departed thi: life September 24, 1881, and he was survived by him wife but a few years, her death cccurring on the Ist of June, 1889.

Elmer E. Rowland was born on the farm which is still his home, March 20, 1854, and was early trained to the duties that usually fall to the lot of the farm lad. In the winter months, he attended the district schools and later spent two years in study at Oberlin College. He then returned home and to the present time has given his time and attention to general farming and stock raising, his tract consisting of one hundred and twenty-eight acres. The land is rich and arable, and the place is supplied with substantial buildings, everything being kept in the best repair.

Mr. Rowland has been married twice. He first established a home of his by his marriage on the 25th of October, 1877, to Miss Eva Lee, a daughter of

John and Sarah (Rood) Lee. To them were born two sons, Ray and Ralph. Both sons are married, the former making his home in Clarksfield township, while the latter is engaged in business in Wellington. After a happy married life of twenty-three years, the wife and mother was called to her final rest, her death occurring June 2, 1900. For his second wife Mr. Rowland chose Miss Theresa J. Woodruff, whom wedded October 29, 1902. She is a daughter of Joel and Lavina (Stout) Woodruff, and by her marriage has become the mother of a little daughter, Ruth May, born August 2, 1906.

A republican in politics, Mr. Rowland takes a deep and active interest in all public affairs. For one term he served as justice of the peace, while for a number of years he has served on the township board of education and for some time was president of the board. He is especially interested in good schools that his children and those of his neighbors may receive the best possible instruction to fit them for the responsibilities of life. His record in public service has ever been one of unremitting and tireless toil, while his farming interests are also carried on with a determination and persistency of purpose that has led to well merited success.

John A. Lee

John A. Lee, a progressive and enterprising farmer of Clarksfield township, is also extensively engaged in the raising and feeding of stock. He was born in Camden township, Lorain county, Ohio, on the 27th of February, 1861, his parents being John P. and Sarah J. (Rood) Lee, both natives of the state of New York. About the year 1833 they were brought to this state by their respective parents, the Lees settling in Lorain county, while the Rood family located in Stark county. The paternal grandfather of our subject was among the earliest settlers in Camden township, Lorain county, where he took up his abode when the district was largely a dense forest in which wild game abounded. He was a farmer by occupation and as such his labors proved an important element in the pioneer development and upbuilding of the community, so that he became widely recognized as a most prominent and valued citizen. John P. Lee, the father of the gentleman whose name introduces this review, also followed carpentering throughout his active business career.

John A. Lee obtained his education in the district schools of his native county and spent his youthful days on his father's farm, assisting the latter in the work of the fields. He was married when a young man of twenty-two years and, starting out as an agriculturist on his own account, has since devoted his attention to general farming and stock-raising interests with excellent success. He raises and feeds stock on quite an extensive scale and this branch of his business adds not a little to his annual income. His farm comprises ninetysix acres of well improved and valuable land in Clarksfield township, and his wife owns a tract of fifty-four acres adjoining.

Mr. Lee has been married twice. On the 19th of March, 1883, he wedded Miss Sarah E. Barnes, a daughter of Alonzo and Lucretia (Granger) Barnes, by whom he had two sons, Walter B. and Clyde M. The wife and mother was called to her final rest in May, 1900, and in December, 1903, Mr. Lee was again married, his second union being with Miss Rose A. Phillips, a daughter of William and Ellen (St. Clair) Phillips.

In his political views Mr. Lee is a stalwart republican and takes an active and helpful interest in all matters pertaining to the public welfare. He has served as a member of the township school board and for several terms capably discharged the duties devolving upon him in the office of township trustee. He is a devoted member of the Methodist Episcopal church and exemplifies its teachings in his daily life. He has always lived in this part of the state and is well known and highly esteemed as one of the prosperous and representative citizens of his community.

Nuland W. Lee, a brother of John A. Lee, successfully carries on general farming and stock-raising on his place of one hundred and sixteen acres in Clarksfield township. He is numbered among the worthy native sons of Huron county, his birth having occurred in Clarksfield township on the 7th of July, 1866. In early manhood he learned the bricklayer's trade and followed that occupation for some time in Lorain, Erie and Sandusky counties.. 1900, however, he abandoned this line of activity and turned his attention to the work of farming, which has since claimed his time and energies. He now owns and operates a rich and productive tract of land of one hundred and sixteen acres in Clarksfield township and also devotes considerable attention to the raising of stock, handling sheep on an extensive scale.

On the 26th of November, 1892, Mr. Lee was united in marriage to Miss Rosa M. Twaddle, a daughter of William and Sabra A. (Pixley) Twaddle. They now have two sons, Ira W., and Harry R.

Mr. Lee gives his political allegiance to the men and measures of the republican party and has been a member of the school board for a number of years, the cause of education ever finding in him a stalwart champion. He is serving as trustee of the Methodist Episcopal church, of which his wife is also a faithful and consistent member and they take an active and helpful part in both church and Sunday-school work. They have an extensive circle of friends throughout the community in which they have now long resided and the hospitality of the best homes is cordially extended to them.

Henry C. Godfred, who devotes his time and energies to the work of general farming, is the owner of a rich and productive tract of land of eighty-three acres in Bronson township. He was born in that township on the 27th of March, 1872, his parents being Charles and Elizabeth (Brandt) Godfred, the former a native of Germany. Unto Mr. and Mrs. Charles Godfred were born the following children: Henry C., Frank, Ralph, Louisa and Laura. A sketch of the father appears on another page of this volume.

Henry C. Godfred was reared to farm life, thus early becoming familiar with the duties and labors that fall to the lot of the agriculturist. On reaching man's estate he chose farming as a life work and now owns and operates a tract of eighty-three acres in Bronson township, upon which place he has made his home for the past nine years. Alert, enterprising and energetic, he is meeting with a well merited measure of success in the conduct of his agricultural interests and is recognized as a progressive and substantial citizen of the community.

In February, 1897, Mr. Godfred was united in marriage to Miss Alice E. Bowersox, a daughter of Benjamin and Elizabeth Bowersox. Mr. and Mrs. Bowersox reared a family of six children, as follows: Alice E., Della, Sophia, Amanda, Hattie and May. Unto our subject and his wife have been born three children: Esther F., Willard H. and Dorothea E.

Mr. Godfred gives his political allegiance to the republican party, having firm faith in its principles and policy. Well known in the county where he has resided from his birth to the present time, he has a wide acquaintance here and has won uniform trust and good will by reason of a life which in all of its phases has been straightforward and honorable.

Henry C. Barnard

Henry C. Barnard, owning and operating forty acres of good land in Lyme township, is well known in this section for the prominent part he has played in local affairs. He is the son of Calvin and Mary (Nims) Barnard, and was born on the farm which is his home today, on the 19th of November, 1841. The father was born at Shelborn, Franklin county, Massachusetts, August 4, 1805, and came to Ohio in 1828, locating first at Elyria, where he helped to build the first courthouse, for he was a carpenter by trade. When he came to Lyme township, shortly before 1835 he assisted in the building of the Lyme Congregational church, which is one of the oldest edifices of its kind in the state, so that by his business, if by nothing else, Calvin Barnard was connected with the early history of Ohio. On the occasion of his first marriage his bride was Miss Hulda Stebbins Cooley, of Elyria, to whom he was united on the 9th of August, 1831. She bore him two children: Betsy Ann, who was born January 16, 1833, and died in the spring of 1887; and Elihu C., born August 8, 1835, who now lives at Whitewater, Wisconsin. The first wife died September 29, 1838, and on the 16th of May, 1839, Calvin Barnard married Miss Mary Nims, by whom he had three chiidren: Henry C., of this review; Luther, born June 20, 1844, now a resident of Decatur, Illinois; and Herman F., who was born May r5, 1848, and died sixty years later, on January 16, 1908. Mrs. Barnard died December 14, 1864 when more than | fifty-three years of age, having been born in April, 1811. Mr. Barnard was a conscientious member of the Congregational church, active in all its affairs and work, and superintendent of its Sunday school for years. In the years immediately pre- ceding the Civil war he took a prominent part in the anti-slavery agitations and was glad to be able to send three sons to the war to fight for the Union. In January, 1879, his earthly course was run and he was given release from earth's cares.

Henry C. Barnard has always lived on his present farm, which his father had purchased in 1834, except during the years he was at school and while he was in the army. In the district institutions of instruction he received his early education, later attending a select school in Medina county, where his brother was engaged as a teacher. At one of the first calls for men during the Civil war he enlisted in Company G. One Hundred and Twenty-third Ohio Volunteer Infantry, at the school house in Lyme township, and during three years took honorable part in many battles and skirmishes. At the battle of Winchester he was captured and lay in prison at Belle Isle and at Libby, for about a month, when he was exchanged. He served through the whole campaign of Petersburg, and in the first battle at Winchester, Virginia, he was wounded so severely that he had to remain in the hospital for four months. On June 12, 1865, he was discharged at Camp Chase, whence he returned home and engaged in farming, which he has pursued ever since.

Mr. Barnard has been married twice. He chose for his first wife Miss Sophia Carr, a daughter of Samuel Carr, to whom he was married November 22, 1864, while he was home on a furlough. Of this union there were two children born: Mary S., the wife of James Tice and the mother of one child, Ruth; and Jennie C., who is married to Walter Bliss, the superintendent of schools at Bienssville, Louisiana, and is the mother of three children, Mary, Margaret and Henry B. Mrs. Barnard died April 19, 1898, at the age of fifty-four, and October 5, 1905, Mr. Barnard married Miss Alice Rushton, daughter of Henry C. and Mary (Avery) Rushton.

Mr. Barnard is closely identified with many local affairs. For a number of years he has served as township trustee, and by the republican voters of the county was elected county commissioner, to serve from January r, 1893, to September, 1899. He is a deacon in the Congregational church and is superintendent of the Sunday school. As a member of the Grand Army of the Republic, he revives the memories of the days of fighting, oftentimes rehearsing the tales of a notable brave act, and he is a man of many excellent traits of character that have won for him the admiration and confidence of all with whom he comes into contact.

F. H. Laning, capably and effectively filling the position of postmaster in Norwalk, was born near New London, in this county, October 7, 1876, a son of TPE: Laning. At the usual age he entered the public schools, passing through consecutive grades until he had completed the course in the Norwalk high school by his graduation with the class of 1894. He next entered the Ohio Wesleyan University, at Delaware, attending that institution for three years, or until 1897. At the outbreak of the Spanish-American war his patriotic spirit was aroused and he offered his services to the government, enlisting as sergeant major of the Fifth Infantry, on the 26th of April, 1898. He continued with his regiment until mustered out on the 11th of November, 1898, and afterward remained with the Ohio National Guard as battalion adjutant in the Fifth Regiment for one year. Prior to the war he had been interested in military affairs in connection with the National Guard, and the 20th of June, 1907, he was elected captain of Company G, of the Fifth Infantry.

At the close of his connection with the National Guard, Mr. Laning returned to Norwalk and entered the employ of the Laning Company as secretary. To this position he brought the enterprise and energy of young manhood, concentrating his efforts upon the upbuilding of the business. He has always been active in public affairs and has done not a little to shape the political history of Norwalk in recent years. In November, 1903, he was elected a member of the city council and continued' to serve until January, 1905, when he resigned to accept the position of postmaster of Norwalk. This position he now fills, having been reappointed on the 26th of January, 1909, so that his incumbency will continue until 1813. In the office he is proving most capable, discharging his duties with the same business-like dispatch that characterized his cónnection with the Laning Company. He has carefully systematized the work of the office and his promptness and accuracy well entitled him to reappointment. Moreover he is a popular official, being always courteous and obliging.

On the 21st of December, 1899, Mr. Laning was married to Miss Myrtelle Lupham, a native of Akron, Ohio, who died on the 1st of November, 1904. They had one son, Paul F., whose birth occurred October 24, 1900. his fraternal relations Mr. Laning is a prominent Mason, having attained the thirty-second degree of the Scottish Rite. He is also connected with the Knights of the Maccabees, the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks and other organizations of which he is an exemplary representative, being in hearty sympathy with the beneficent principles which underlie those societies. He is very widely known in this county where his entire life has been passed, and the fact that his record has always been an honorable and commendable one is indicated in the fact that many of his stanchest friends are those who have known him from his boyhood to the present time.

M. R. Coleman, who is conducting a large warehouse in New London and is also operating a flax mill which is proving a profitable industry, was born in New London township, September 26, 1850. His father, Philip Y. Coleman, was born in Steuben county, New York, in 1816, and in 1843 came to New London township with his wife, Sarah Coleman, whom he married in New York. He settled a mile and a half east of New London on a tract of land of one hundred and eighty acres, of which only six acres had been cleared, and there he gave his time and attention to the further development and improvement of the property save for the period of his service in the Civil war when he became a member of the Twelfth

M. R. Coleman gained his additional understanding of reading, mathematics, arithmetic, grammar and other studies in the country schools near his father's home and later continued his education in the New London public schools. He afterward engaged in farming on the old homestead and as the vears passed worked in the fields from the time of early spring planting until crops were harvested in the late autumn. 1880 he began buying and shipping hay, thinking to find it a profitable field of labor and in this opinion he was not mistaken. 1904 he came to New London and has since conducted a growing business, having an extensive wareliouse in which he handles coal, grain, lime, cement, et cetera. He still owns his farm from which he derives a good rental and he likewise operates a flax mill where he manufactures flax into upholstering tow. This is proving a profitable undertaking and his business interests in the different cases are bringing to him well merited and substantial success. For the past five years he has also been a director in the New London National Bank.

In his political views Mr. Coleman is an earnest republican, giving unfaltering support to the principles of the party and while he has never been a politician in the sense of office seeking, in 1890, he was elected real estate appraiser for the township. He belongs to the Knights of Pythias fraternity, becoming a charter member of Carnation Lodge, No. 734, in which he has filled all the chairs. He is diligent and enterprising, progressive and prosperous.

Charles. J. Heyman

Charles J. Heyman, a well-to-do farmer of Sherman township, is the owner of one hundred and twenty-eight acres of land, in two farms, part of which lies in Lyme township. He was born in the latter township, October 18, 1852, and is the son of George W. and Kathryn (Moore) Heyman, both of whom were natives of Germany. The father came to this county with his parents, George and Margaret Heyman, in 1848, and settled at Hunts Corners, where they purchased about one hundred acres of land. Their home there was an old frame building situated where the church now stands and in this house both grandparents passed away. George W. Heyman later removed to Sherman township, where he bought land extensively, until at one time he was possessed of upwards of six hundred acres. He was a farmer all his life and a man of considerable local prominence, for he served as trustee of Sherman township and was active and influential in the Reformed church from its inception, assisting in the establishment of that body, and for many years serving as deacon. His wife came with her parents from Germany to Sherman township, but was not permitted to enjoy many years' companionship with her husband, for she died in 1854, leaving Charles J., a small child. Mr. Heyman survived her for half a century lacking one year and was again married, his second wife being Miss Elizabeth Longscheid, who bore him ten children: George, deceased; Emeline, the wife of August Schied, of Peru township ; Daniel and Thomas, both of Lyme township; Mary and Philip, deceased ; Jacob,

Charles J. Heyman has been a life long resident of this county. He acquired his fundamental education in the district schools here, and also attended for one winter the German school in Sandusky. Farming has been his occupation during his entire life, from the time he was able to help around the home. 1881 he bought his present farm from Hiram Latham and on it has since made his home. However, he has greatly improved the place during the years that it has been in his possession, and it is a fine tract of land well adapted to the line of general farming that he carries on there.

On the 22d of February, 1876, Mr. Heyman was united in marriage to Miss Elizabeth Scheid. She was born in Peru township, the daughter of William and Kathryn (Beilstein) Scheid, and is the sister to August and William Scheid, whose sketches will be found elsewhere in this volume. Six children have been born to Mr. and Mrs. Heyman, all of whom are living: August, George, Lydia, Elmer, Mary and Anna. The family attend the Reformed church at Hunts Corners, in which Mr. Heyman has held various offices for years. A practical and successful farmer, he is also a man of public spirit who has not refused to give his time for the good of the community he serves. He has entered somewhat into politics and at one time acted as trustee of his township, as a choice of the democratic voters. The period of his incumbency of the office was marked by good judgment and uprightness and afforded additional reason for the respect in which he is held here.

John J. Andrews

John J. Andrews, who since 1901 has lived retired in a beautiful home situated in the suburbs of the village of Wakeman, was formerly for many years actively and successfully identified with the agricultural interests of Clarksfield township. He was born in New York city, on the roth of August, 1833, his pa- rents being Thomas and Maria (Goodheart) Andrews. His maternal great-grandfather, John Goodheart, served as a soldier in the British army and after leaving England came to America, making his home in this country until the time of his demise. He lived to be more than one hundred years of age. Thomas Andrews, the father of John J. Andrews, was a native of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and in early manhood removed to New York city, where he followed his trade of shoemaking. He was married in the eastern metropolis to Miss Maria Goodheart, by whom he had nine children, two of whom still survive, John J. and Elizabeth.

John J. Andrews obtained his education in the schools of his native city and also of Philadelphia, living with an uncle in the latter city. When eleven years of age he went to a farm in Orange county, New York, where he attended the country schools and remained until he had attained the age of fifteen. He learned the trade of a brass finisher but only worked at that occupation fcr two years. Subsequently he entered the employ of a large cooperage company in New York city, with which he was connected for a period of twenty-six years, his long retention in the service of the concern being unmistakable evidence of his efficiency and trustworthiness. 1872 he established his home in Clarksfield township, Huron county, Ohio, and turned his attention to general agricultural pursuits. In addition to cultivating the cereals best adapted to soil and climate he was also engaged in dairying to some extent, both branches of his business returning to him a gratifying annual income. ln 1901, having accumulated a comfortable competence, he left the farm and took up his abode in the suburbs of Wakeman, where he owns attractive and commodious residence.

On the 16th of July, 1856, Mr. Andrews was united in marriage to Miss Margaret Ann Alsdorf, her parents being Hiram and Ann (Vandermark) Alsdorf, who were natives of Ulster county, New York. Mr. and Mrs. Andrews have reared a family of five children, namely: Anna, the widcw of Alfred Newhall; Jesse L., who follows farming in Clarksfield township; Sarah, the wife of Amos Scott, of Norwalk township; Thomas G., who is engaged in the mining business in British Columbia ; and Dora, who conducts a millinery establishment in Wakeman.

Mr. Andrews gives his political allegiance to the men and measures of the republican party and, though not active in its ranks, is an intelligent and valued advocate of its principles. He has served his fellow townsmen in the position of road supervisor and also as a member of the board of education, believing that improved highways and good schools are important factors in the growth and upbuilding of a community. His aid and cooperation can always be counted upon to further any movement instituted to advance the general welfare and he is widely recognized as a most progressive and public-spirited citizen. His fraternal relations are with the Masons and he is a worthy exemplar of the craft. He finds his chief source of recreation and enjoyment in fishing and indulges his love of this sport at the expense of the finny tribe, who bask in the waters of the Vermilion river, which flows by Wakeman. A congenial and courteous gentleman, he has a host of warm friends, and never lacks companions on his fishing jaunts. Both he and his wife are widely and favorably known throughout the community where they have now long resided and their home is noted for its genuine hospitality and good cheer. Mr. Andrews has now passed the seventy-sixth milestone on life's journey and can look back over the past without regret and forward to the future without fear, knowing that his career has been an honorable and useful one.

Chardescas Stower

Charles A. Stower follows farming in Lyme township, Huron county, where he owns ninety-three acres of land, upon which he has made his home for a long period. He was born in this township, December 21, 1871, the son of Thomas and Emma (Dolling) Stowers, who were old settlers in this part of the state. Both parents were born and reared in England, where they were married and where the most of their children were born. In 1870 they came to this country. locating in Lyme township, Huron county, Ohio, where they engaged in farming. At first they rented a tract of land, but in the spring of 1879 they purchased the farm on which Charles A. Stower now lives. When thev took possession the land was in a comparatively rough state, but when death called them, the father at the age of seventy-three and the mother at the age of seventy, the farm showed the result of their long and arduous toil. They had improved it greatly and had increased its productive power, besides erecting several buildings that were a credit to them. Mr. and Mrs. Stower were blessed with a family of ten children. Sabina, the eldest, now deceased, married Robert Rope; John is also deceased; Susie married William White, a farmer of Lyme township: Robert and James were followed by Samuel and William, both of whom have died; Alexander was the next of the family; Anna married Allen Farr; and Charles A., the subject of this sketch, was the youngest and the only one of the family born in this country.

Charles A. Stower has lived all his life in Lyme township and has devoted his entire time to farming. From the district schools he received his fundamental education, which coupled with the training he received at home constituted his preparation for life. During his boyhood days he worked on the home place under the guidance of his father, thus acquiring a practical experience in farming which was to be his vocation in later years when he was called upon to conduct his own establishment. The years passed quickly and in the main uneventfully, though bringing with them their recompense for hard toil.

On the of November, 1897, Mr. Stower was united in marriage to Miss Alice Maud Sherman, the daughter of Joseph and Mary (Farr) Sherman. The parents were both natives of England, though the father was only six years old when he came to this country, and they were among those early settlers who have contributed by their efforts to the development of this part of the country. Seven children were born to them: Elizabeth, Maud, Jennie, Mollie, Gertrude, William and Josephine, all of whom are living useful lives. and Mrs. Stower have three children: Clarence, born March 22, 1899; Gordon, born August 26, 1902, and Bertha, born March 7, 1905. The family are all members of the Lyme Episcopal church and take active part in its religious and social work.

Mr. Stower is one of the prosperous young farmers of his locality. He has not specialized in his cultivation of the soil but has given his attention to a variety of crops which have well repaid him for his diligent labor. Good fortune has attended his eflorts and he has been enabled to add considerably to the improvements his parents made upon the land. He is a man respected and honored in the community and has the good will of those with whom he comes in