Logan County, Ohio - Biographical sketches, 1880 (part 3 of 13)

JACOB H. TANNEHILL, tile manufacturer; Lewistown; is the third of a family of eight children, and was born Sept. 27, 1840, in this township. His father, William Tannehill, was born in 1809, in Champaign Co., and although he often worked at the coopers' trade, and was an adept at others, yet he paid his principal attention to farming. He secured a help-meet in the person of Miss Sarah Harner, and in 1838 moved to this county, and soon after bought 120'acres of land in this township. It was all forest and he endured many hardships and privations while developing it and supporting his family of small children. He died in October, 1853, and had just previously sold his property, but had not moved away. The family soon moved to Washington" Tp., where they resided until 1867, and then went to Minnesota, a part of them being there and part in Nebraska. The mother being in these two States alternately with her children. Since arriving at his majority Jacob has been " shifting" for himself, and has been a contractor for a large part of the time, engaging in any kind of business that promised success. He has been unfortunate in some instances, but for the last six years has been engaged in the manufacture of drain-tile, with good success. He makes over 10,000 rods every season and finds readysale for all he can manufacture. Risilizinj^ the truth of the saying : " It is not good for man to be alone," he, on' June 19, 1879, was united to Miss Aleda M. Bennett,

WILLIAM BLACKBURN, farmer, stockraiser and shipper; P. O., West jMiddleburg; came from that beautiful island across the sea, which has sent so many stalwart and progressive sons to Zane Tp. Ireland, and especially King's County, is well and honorably represented in the farming interests of this section, and the industry and zeal of these sons of Erin speak volumes for the Mother Country. William was born in County Kings, Parish of Clarrey, Feb. 1, 1819; his parents, W^illiam and Ann (Allen) Blackburn, raised a family of nine children, of which William was the youngest. The subject of our sketch received a common school education, but was compelled to remain a large share of his time on his father's farm. However, he had the good fortune to to attend a good agricultural school for two years, and applying himself with the perseverance of one who realized the privilege that he was enjoying, he made most excellent progress, and considers these two years the most beneficial spent while a boy; a short time after he was appointed Superintendent for a rich Quaker, named Robert Goodbody, having from 50 to 100 men under him; he remained with Mr. Goodbody for two years, when he returned to help his father, remaining with him until he emigrated to America in 1849; he came to Zane Tp., and bagan to work at the meagre salary of 50 cents per day, and besides not having work more than half the time, he was compelled many times to accept store bills in lieu of payment in cash; he worked in this desultory manner for two years, and then, having accumulated a small sum of money, bought a farm; he continued to add to his original purchase, until he owned at one time some 335 acres; at present his farm consists of 171 acres, well cultivated, well cleared and well drained, he being the first man in this township to ditch. Upon his farm, Avhich is well adapted to the the raising of stock, he raises corn and wheat to a considerable amount, but pays especial attention to his. stock, having very fine sheep and as good cattle as can be found in this locality; he has a camp of 1,300 trees which also add to the value of his farm. As an incentive to labor and industry be it known that when he commenced he had just t2 in his pocket. In 1846, he married Miss Maria Wilson, who was born March 3, 1825, and the sketch of whose father appears in another portion of this work. From this union one son, Talford, was born Aug. 19, 1848. Talford has followed faithfully in the footsteps of his father, and imitating his industry and prudence, has accumulated considerable property, and with his father does a large agricultural business. They are both good citizens, and although frequently solicited to hold office, have ever kindly but firmly declined.

JAMES. W. BALLINGER, contractor and builder; West ^liddleburg; was born at Camden, New Jersey, August 21, 1837; and at the ag3 of 18 came with his parents to Perry Tp. His father, William, and mother, Beulah (Ward), were natives of New Jersey. The subject of our sketch received his education partly here, and partly in his native State, but his present broad and liberal culture comes from assiduous reading, and his keen observation of men and facts. His father by trade was a carpenter, and James when 16 years of age, also began to learn the trade^ working for his father for several years after becoming of age. On November 17, ] 850, he married Angeline Curl, a sketch of whose father appears in another portion of these biographies, and from this union there were ten children - W^arren, Joseph, Bulah, Lewis,

Ulysses, Asa, Ira, Perry, Jose and Maria Gertrude. Although a carpenter by trade, he owns a farm of 42 acres, good land, well improved, and upon which he makes a speciality of raising fVuit; James W. was in the 132nd O. V. I., under Col. Haines. He is a Mason, Lodge 247, Chapter 60, Logan Council, No. 34; he is at present Township Trustee, and is eminently respected bj' both parties for his honesty and integrity. In politics he is a Repub ican.

SAMUEL BALLINGER, farmer; P. O., West Middlebury; a son of one of the earliest settlers of Logan Co., was born Nov. 3, 1835. His grandfather, Samuel Ballinger, was a native of the Old Dominion, and was one of the pioneer settlers of Logan Co., settling in Zane Tp., on the edge of what is now Middleburg, as early as 1810. He raised a iaiTiily of nine children. Joshua, the father of the subject of this sketch, was born in Virginia in February, 1803. He married Miss Delilah Inskeep, the eldest daughter of John Inskeep. He first settled on the farm upon which Samuel Ballinger now lives in 1826. This farm, consisting of 450 acres, is one of the best farms in Logan Co. Well watered, v/ith an excellent under-drainage consisting 1,200 rods of tile, it is adapted to the raising oF all cereals, besides being especially favorable to the propagation of stock. Samuel Ballinger and his brother Oliver run the farm conjointly, owning and sharing everything in common. They are farmers in all that that word at present implies. They are energetic, taking a deep interest in all that appertains to the welfare and growth of agriculture. In 1861 Samuel married Mary Runyon, who was born in Pennsylvania, April 9, 1839, and came with her parents to Ohio, settling at Troy. He has a family of six children - two boys and four girls. Jenny, born in 1862; William, 1863; Edward Everett, 1864; Edith, 1873; Gertrude, 1874; Lydia Jane, 1878. He has occupied several positions of trust and honor, and in politics is a Republican, having cast his first vote for Fremont.

GEORGE W. CREVISTON, farmer; P. O., Mingo; was born Dec. 3, 1832., and at an early age evinced that deliberation of manner and thought, now so characteristic of him ; his father, John Creviston, was born June 18, 1803, and came to Zane Township as early as

1820. In 1830 John Creviston married Miss Elizabeth Miller, a native of Ohio, who was born April 16, 1806, and at the time of her marriage was living in Champaign Co. John located in the southwestern part of Zane Township in 1840, where he resided the ' balance of his life. George W., the subject of our sketch, received a common school education, spending one term at the Union School at West Liberty; when he arrived at his majority he " struck out " for himself; he married, February, 1852, Miss Mary E. Stewart, a native of this county, born in May, 1833, and who is now dead; her parents came to this locality from Virginia at an early date. George located on a part of the same farm that his father occupied immediately after his marriage ; he has raised a family of four children. The subject of our sketch is a man held in high respect by his neighbors, and, although often solicited to accept office, has" persistently refused to dabble in politics;. he is a member of Jericho Grange, No. 277; his daughter Viola Jane, is married to Talford Blackburn. His oldest son, Thomas J., lorn Dec. 31, 1855, is farming in ccniiection with his father; he married Miss Mary A. Connolly, Jan. 1, 1878; they have one child - Sylva May, born Jan. 9, 1879.

HARRISON CURL, farmer and harnessmak.'^r; P. O., West Middleburg; in the front rank of those who by their labor and industry deserve special and honorable mention as progressive citizens of Zane Tp., stands the above name. He M'as born in Zane Tp., Oct. 24, 1840; his fathrr; Joseph Stratton Curl, was born on July 28, 1797, in the immediate vicinity of Lynchburg, Va., and moved with hisparentstoColumbianaCo.,1'^01. The latter's father's name was Joseph Curl and his mother's name Sarah (Stratton) Curl; they were both natives of Virginia, and purchased the farm now owned by Harrison Curl of Job Sharp in 1809 and located upon it immediately. The father eventually moved to Green Co., where he died, and Joseph bought the home farm; he married Miss Hunt and by her had three children; he next after her death married Lillah Gregg, one child blessing this union; after her death he married Hulda Culver, and had the following children - Jose H., Angeline, Huldah Ann, Harrison, Sarah Rebecca, and Asa. At 30 years of ago Joseph drove stajre f'roin Uriiaiia to Springfield; he was elected Township Trustee, and took an active interest in educational matters. Harrison received a good common school education, teaching school when a young man for a few years. He remained at home until he was 2], when he enlisted in 18C1 in Company C, 17th O. V. I.; he participated in various battles during the war and was slightly wounded at the battle of Chickamauga; he marched also with Sherman to the sea. The brothers, Jose H., Marion and Asa, were also in the war; his brother Marion was especially noted for his bravery; he was one time taken prisoner, but not until he had killed five of his assailants; he was killed at the battle of Winchester, Va. He upon his return from the army went to Iowa, but remained there only a short time, and then returned to Zane Tp., and married Miss Arrena McCampbell, whose parents were Robert and Elizabeth McCampbell; she was born in Union Co., in 1846. Five children bless this union - Alice, Lois, Mary, Robert Bruce, French G. Harrison has an excellent farm and ia in every sense a progressive and wide-awake farmer; he has a fine sugar camp, and cultivates choice apples and pears. He is in politics a Republican.

EUREM CARPENTER, carriage and wagon maker; West Middleburg; was born in Randolph Co., Va., April 21, 1813; he is of German descent, and is one of the oldest citizens of this place, having come here Dec. 9, 1835, and begun business; he learned the wagon-maker's trade in Virginia with his father, and came to Ohio at the age of 20, and was followed two years later by his parents, Solomon and Catherine Carpenter; he worked a short time in Guernsey Co., and July 9, 1835, married Miss Betsey Ann Allen - born in Union Co., July 9, 1819 - and a few months later located here. Mr. Carpenter owes his success in life to his close attention to business and the superiority of his work, every piece of which, if not made by himself, passes under his close observation, hence the superiority of his work is far-famed. One of the first carriages made by him was for Waller Marshall, one of the earliest settlers, and has been in constant use in the family for about forty years. Can another carriagremaker cite a like example? Pie continued to follow his business here with good success until 18118, when he moved to North Lewisburg, where he remained until 1875, when he returned to Middleburg, and is now giving his exclusive attention to his business; he has had a family of five children, three of whom are now living - Franklin, a wood-worker and painter at Watseka, 111.; George, a blacksmith, with Warren & Gomrner, Urban a, and Albert, foreman in the wheel department of Columbus Buggy Co. His daughter died in her 35th year, leaving four children. He has not aspired to lead in anything except his legitimate trade, in which he has made uncommon success. He has, in addition to his business, a farm of 78. acres in the outskirts of the village. As a citizen he is highly esteemed.

JOHN BISHOP COWGILL, farmer and stock-raiser; P. O., North Lewisburg; identified himself with the agricultural interests of this county, and by his force of character and honesty of purpose has done a great deal to give his community its present enviable reputation. He was born! in Union Co., Sept. 15, 1835. His father, Elisha. was born in Columbiana Co., in 1804, and came to Zane Township with .lohn Covvgill, his father, about 1806. John Cowgill was a native of Culpepper Co., Va. Elisha raised a family of ten children, having married Mary (Bishop). John Bishop received a common school education, and when he was 21, such had been his industry and economy, he purchased 85 acres of land. By careful investment, but more by arduous toil, he added to his original purchase, until he became a large land owner. He possesses a farm of 198 acres in Logan Co., with fine water privileges, being well watered by two branches of Darby Creek, besides a number of limestone springs. The land is well ditched and under-drained, 500 rods of tiling being used in the latter. He has a good barn and out-buildings. He has a fine sugar camp of some 1,500 vessels, and manufactures annually about 3,500 pounds of sugar. Besides this farm, John Bishop also possesses 240 acres in Allen Township, Union Co., used more particularly as a stock farm, to which latter occupation he has been devoting more especially his attention. The Logan County farm is rich and very productive, both of wheat and corn. In the spring of 1867, John married

Miss Anna Sharp, daughter of John and Alcy (Bowker) Sharp. Her parents were natives of the East. She was born in 18:!3. From this union there are two children, Elisha .John, born April 10, 1869, and Mary Alcy, born Sept. 25, 1871.

.JORDON DOWNS, retired farmer; P. O., North Lewisburg; was born Oct. 20, 1824; his father, Joseph Downs, was born in New Jersey, Jan. 23, 1795, and his father's name was Samuel, and his mother's name Abigail Downs. Joseph Downs came to Ohio in 1818, and located on Kings Creek, Champaign Co.; on March 25, 1819, he married Esther Williams, who was born April 20, 1797, and came to the North Fork of Kings Creek with her parents in 1814; her parents were Silas and Mary (Hunt) Williams, the latter being of Scotch extraction. Joseph Downs was a farmer by occupation, but by trade was a spinner, and assisted in establishing probably the first carding and spinning mill in either Champaign or Logan Co., and resided in the vicinity until his death. The subject of our sketch remained with his father until his 24th year, when he " strnck out" for himself. At the age of 25 hn iiad l)ut $500 to invest in land in Zane Tp.; he continued to work earnestly and faithfully until he possessed 202 acres of land on the Limestone Belt, a part of the rich wheat and corn land of Zane Tp., a worthy tribute to liis intesrity and hard work. He is now a farmer in excellent circumstances, surrounded with all the comforts of life, and living in the light of a Christian gentleman who has identified himself with tlie progress and improvement of his township. February 5, 1852, he married Miss Hester Inskeep, daughter of John Inskeep; she was born Dec. 31,1828, and has materially assisted him by her counsel and prudence. They now reside in North Lewisburg, in an elegant home, enjoying the fruits of a life of industry, surrounded by all the comforts to which such a life entitles them. They are members of the Methodist Protestant Church.

CHARLES. E. EVANS, farmer; P. O. North Lewisburg; was born in Franklin County, Ohio, March 2f), 1839; his parents, Isaac Evans and Mehala (Gray) Evans, were natives of Maryland; he remained on the farm until he was sixteen years of age, when his father having died at the advanced age of eighty-seven, he c:imo to Logan County, and immediately went to \Ynrk for ten dollars a month; a year or two after coming to this counter, he began to learn the tinner's trade at Quincy, working at the same some time in DeGraff; in 1858, having served his apprenticeship, he opened a shop in Lewisburg, and by prudence and economy he was able to add to his stock, until he had a fine store and an excellent line of hardware; he continued in this business until 1878, when not being able to withstand the strong influence of his earlier training, he traded his stock for the farm upon which he now resides, however, he worked at his trade and remained with his successor for some time. In the spring of 1880, he moved on his farm, and is at present busily engaged in its improvement. On Sept. 19, 1862, ho married Miss Frances J. Underwood, a nati\'e of Ohio, born May 29, 1844; from this union there were eight children^Sarah Etta, Amos, Emma, Catherine, Leroy, Fannie, Henry and Edna ; of these, Amos, Emma and Catherine are dead. The subject of this sketch served in the 132nd O. V. I., and did garrison duty at Bermuda Hundred, and also participated in the siege before Petersburg. All he is, and all that he possessed, comes frotu his own individual exertions. A careful business man - he has done much to promote the interests of his communitv.

HIRAM GARWOOD, farmer; P. 0., West Middleburg; was born in Zane Tp., Nov. 12, 1827, and began his education in the first schoolhouse built in the township. His father, Jose H. Garwood, was born in the County of' Culpepper, Va., Sept. 13, 1794, and at the age of 11 he came to Ohio with his father, who stopped near Milford in 1805, and came to Zane Tp. in 1S07. Jose soon after he came to Zane, followed millwrighting until he arrived at his majority, when his father died and he took charge of the farm. He early identified himself with the interests of the township, - was the first Postmaster, was Justice of the Peace, etc. He served in the war of 1813, and on account of his supelior mental acquirements was held in high esteem by his neighbors. He married Nov. 12, 1826, Miss Angeline Culver, born in Clinton, N. Y., Aug. 29, 1805, and who came to Ohio, via Pittsburg, in 1810. He was a very successful farmer, owning at one time 427 acres of land. He died March 10, 1879. The subject of our sketch engaged in surveying for some time, but when the " gold fever " broke out, he, in 1849, left for California, and was gone for nine years. He returned, after a varied experience, to Ohio in 1857. He was booked for the fated ship Central America, but by a Providential accident failed to take passage. On his return he engaged in millwrighting for one year, when he went to Texas, but remained there but a few months, when he went to Missouri, and there located, marrying Miss Mary Smith on Deo. 18, 1859. He engaged in the lumber business lor some time, but in December, 1861, he returned to Ohio. He again returned to Missouri, in 1803, but after spending a few months he bade adieu to that country, and, coming back to his old home, located on his farm of 156 acres, and by perseverance he has improved it so that it is one of the best in the township. Mr. Garwood is one of the best posted men in pioneer history, and is a worthy son of his most worthy father. He is a member of the Masonic Order, Lodge No. 247.

GIBSON GARWOOD, retired; P. O., West Middleburg; was born Nov. 21, 1834, and is the son of Jonathan Garwood, who was born in Culpepper Co., Va., April 1, 1802. His parents Daniel and Polly Garwood, whose ancestors came from the county of Northumberland, Eng., in 1698, and located in New Jersey, and in 1768 in Virginia; came to Ohio in 1806 and settled near Milford Centre, and two years later came to Zane Tp., then a part of Champaign Co. Jonathan Garwood married Miss Catharine Spears, Jan. 26, 1834. She was born in Madison Co., Dec. 39, 1815, and her father was a soldier of the Revolutionary War. There were two children, the subject of this sketch, and Marion, born Feb. 27, 1846, who joined the 17th O. V. I., Co. C, and died at Chatanooga, Tenn., March 1, 1805, after faithfully serving his country. Jonathan Garwood was a successful farmer and one of the best citizens of the township. He is spoken of as a man of most uncommon public-spiritedness and liberality. He died March 19, 1875, lamented by all who knew him. His widow still survives. Gibson married Miss Eliza Euans, a native of this township, on Sept. 9, 1857, and shortly after moved to Bates Co., Mo. His wife died March 20, 1801, and his only child, Ella Kate, Aug. 20, of same year. He returned to his old home in 1865, and continued to farm until 1879, when he retired from active business, and moved to Middleburg, where he enjoys such a life as his ample means enables him to do. His agreeable ways, and kind and obliging disposition, makes him the friend of every one who knows him, and the writer of these sketches feels particularly indebted for the many contributions of items of history he has given him. He has for many years kept an accurate daily record of such things as came under his observation, which for dates, etc., is often consulted by others, and has been valuable in the completion of the history of Zane Township. Pie has served the township as Trustee, and was the first Superintendent of the Bellefontaine and Columbus Pike. He is a member of East Liberty Lodge F. & A. M., La Fayette Chapter No. 60, JR. A. M. and Logan Council No. 34, R. S. M.

AMOS GRIFFITH HUMPHREY, carjjenter; West Middleburg. Prominent among the mechanics who have added materially to the interests of this community, may be mentioned the gentleman whose name heads this sketch; was born in Westmoreland Co., Penn., Feb. 16, 1817; he came to Garwood Mills, now East Liberty, with his parents when he was a babe; his father, Richard, and his mother, Nancy (Evans) Humphrey, were both born in Wales, the former in 1774, and the latter in 1779. They emigrated to America with two children in 1802, where the father of the subject of our sketch followed farming until his removal with his family to Ohio. Amos remained in the vicinity of Garwood Mills until 1828, when his father dying, he was compelled to seek his own living in other directions. He worked around at farming until 1839, when he learned the carpenters' trade, at which lie" has worked ever since; of his brothers, Richard enlisted in the Mexican War, probably the only man who entered that service from this locality; he enlisted in a regiment organized at Dayton, Capt. King commanding; 1st Lieut. John B. Miller. Richard died at Pariote, Mexico. His brother Jacob was a first lieutenant in the late war, and assisted in raising Company

G, 17tli O. V. I.; he died in December, 18G2. Amos has raised a family of three children, only one of which is now living; the oldest daughter, Melissa Ann, married D. R. Sharp, of East Liberty; his son, James Stokes Humphrey, married Bertha Aiken, from which union there was one son, James Allen, born Aug. 18, 1866. Amos Griffith has been a resident of Middleburg for over forty years, and has been complimented by his neighbors with several positions of trust and honor. He was a Whig in the halcyon days of that party, and then joined the Republican party; at present he is a Prohibitionist. He is a member of the Christian Union Church; he was married Dec. 13, 1840, to Hepsabeth Stokes, who v?as born July 1, 181G.

COLONEL JOEL HAINES, merchant; West Middleburg; was born here June 9, 1814, and is now the oldest citizen of this township, who was born here, and has always resided here; reared amid the vicissitudes of pioneer life, his advantages were limited, but with a natural genius and an indomitable will, he has kept steadily abreast of the times, leading in every advance movement for the benefit of Middleburg, and it is safe to say no man shows a more public spirit or has done as much as has Colonel Haines, for the improvement of this thriving village. Being of an inventive turn of mind he early took up the cabinet-maker's trade, at which he has worked with success for many years. He started the first woolen mill in the township, but he especially deserves credit for the many useful articles he has invented and patented, and have given him a great notority abroad. The first was a washing machine which gave him a start, and this was followed by about fifteen others, among which wore a cheese-box, which will accurately weigh and divide the cheese, and three styles of fruit jars. He has very recently invented and applied for a patent on a show-box, for exhibiting shoes on the shelves, a contrivance that will commend itself to any merchant. Previous to the civil war he had been a colonel in the militia, and when the rebellion came he raised a company, composed of the very flower of the youth of the township, which was assigned to the 17th Regt. O. V. I., as Co. C, under Col, John M. Connell, and was mustered into service Sept. 7, 1861, at Camp Dennison, and in October joined the Army of the South under Gen. Thomas, and fought Zollicolfer Oct. ai at Camp Wild Cat. He served until June 6, 1862, when he was honorably discharged at Corinth, Miss., for physical debility. On his return home he opened a dry goods and grocery store in Middleburo-; he had previous to this been elected Colonel of the .^8th O. N. G., and when this regiment was called into the service, he was compelled to leave his business in the hands of one of his sons, who had been with him in the 17th regiment, and accompanied by his other boys he went with the regiment to Bermuda Hundred, where they did garrison duty. He married, Dec. 31, 1830, Miss Mary Haines, who was born Sept. 9, 1820, and whose people were among the earliest pioneers of this county; they have raised a family of four sons and one daughter - .John W., born Jan. 11, 1838; Ali, Nov. 7, 1841; Isaac W., Aug. 7, 1844; William P., Feb. 14, 1846, and Clara Barton, June 8, 1864; the latter named after the lady who so kindly and tenderly nursed her father during his dangerous sickness in the hospital. She is a talented and accomplished young lady, and as a singer possesses a voice of rare sweetness and power. Col. Haines is a promment Mason, a member of Lodge 347, Lafayette Chapter No. - 60, and Logan Council No. 34, of Bellefontaine. He is at present engaged in the mercantile business at Middleburg, and is Postmaster, a position he has held many years.

THOMAS J. HEELINGS, merchant; West Middleburg; for business enterprise coupled with success, no one deserves more credit in the history of Middleburg than Thomas J. Hellings, who, although a young man, is well known in this part of the county. In writing the industries of this township it is only just to say, Mr. Hellings' 'store, for the elegance of the goods, for the carefully selected variety and exquisite taste in the display of everything, has few eqnals in the county. This is all the more remarkable when it is known that it is all the growth of the past eight years. In 1872, Mr. Hellings, in coimection with his father, opened a small stock in a part of the room he now occupies, which in connection with his. father, and since the latter's death, which occurred Sept. 1, 1878, he has gradually increased the business until his annual sales amount to about §12,000 per year, and still increasiiip:- To tliose who are acquainted -with Tom's careful business habits and his verv obliging disposition, treating every customer with the utmost attention and courtesy, his remarkable success is act surprising. He is the only son of Sarah Ann (Euans) Heliings, and was born in Middleburg, Oct. 8, 1848, and after receiving a common school education, he graduated at Nelson's Business College, Cincinnati, in '1866; his father, Harrison Heliings, was born in Bucks Co., Penn., Dec. 20, 1814, and was the son of John and Margaret (James) Heliings, and came to Ohio in 1833, locating with his parents near Mt. Moriah Church, and a year later in Middleburg, and married Miss Sarah Ann Euans, April 4, 1838; she was horn in Zane Tp., March 1, 1820; her parents, Joseph and Rhoda (Heppard) Euans, were among the first settlers in Zane Tp. From this union there were two children - Catharine Ann, born Of:t. 7, 1840, and married to I. M. Shirp, a native of this township, whose farailv history appears elsewhere, and Tom J. the subject of this sketch. For the twenty years succeeding his marriage, Harrison followed the carp'.mters' trade, which he had learned in Pennsylvania; in 1858 he engaged in the saw-mill business and run a farm, continuing this about twelve years; in 1871 he opened a grocery in Bellefontaine, in connection with liis son. and after about six months, removed to West Middleburg, where he continued in business as above stated, under the firm name Heliings & Son, until the time of his death. Thomas J. married Miss Amanda C. Marquis, Deo. 27, 1870. She was born in Zane Tp., Jan. 2, 1850, and is the daughter of Thomas and Mary Ann (Stephenson) Marquis, the history of whose family appears in full elsewhere. From this union there is a daughter - Edna G., born March 18, 1874. Sh luld you think our description of Mr. Helling's store the least overdrawn, just drop in and look through his large stock and get prices, and you will be convinced that the tenth has not been told you. He is at present the Treasurer of the township; he is also a member of East Liberty Lodge No. 247, A. F. & A. M., Star Chapter No. 12U, North Lewisburg, and Logan Council No. 34, R. & S. M.

LEVI INSKEEP, farmer and stock-raiser. P. O., ^Vest Middleburg, The li; sleeps are an old pioneer familv who were among the first to settle in this locality, coming from Virginia; Job, the father of the subject of this sketch, was born in Culpepper Co., Va., and came to Ohio when he was 11 years of age. He received a common education at the old Quaker church, and when about 25 years of age he married JMiss Sarah Sharp, daughter of John Sharp, and who was born in Chillicothe. Job located in Zane Township, on a woody tract of 60 acres, and immediately began to improve it, adding as his financial condition would allow, until at one time he owned 610 acres of land. He served seven years as captain of militia, and was for a short time in the war of 1812. The subject of our sketch was born Sept. 5, 1821, and, when 25, married Miss Sarah Jane, daughter of Henry and Rachael (Wells) Reymer. She was born in Perry Tp. May 4, 1827, and her parents were early settlers in Logan Co. Three children have blessed their union - Lucinda C, married to William A. West; Lvcirgus, married to Viola Grubbs, and Frank, who lives at home. Levi has an excellent farm on the famous limestone belt, rich, well watered, and possessing all the natviral resources necessary to a fine farm, it being one of the best in the township. Two hundred rods of hedge adds its attractiveness to the farm, and a sugar camp of 3,000 vessels forms a paving industry. He is a successful farmer, and a man that stands well in the community.

RUSSELL BIGELOW JOHNSON, farmer; P. O., West Middleburg; was born in Union Co., April 9, 1841 ; his father, John Johnson, was a native of Fleming Co., Ky., and in 1809 came to Ohio, settling at the head waters of the Mackachack; his first wife's name was Abigail Southard; he is a local preacher in the Methodist Protestant Church, and a large land owner. The subject of our sketch received a common school education, and after working for some time on the I'arm, he moved to Logan Co., settling on the line of Monroe and Zane Tp's. On April 20, 1862, he married Miss Lucetta French, who was born Nov. 27, 1841, and is a native of Logan Co.; her parents were Elijah and Hulda (Marmon) French. From this union there are two children living - Paris Franklin, born Jan. 13, 1867, and Cassius Ellery, born Nov. 7, 1872. Russell Bigelovf owns a very fine farm, well watered and with a superior under-drainage; although his land is well adapted to the raising of wheat and corn he pays more particular attention to the raising of stock; his farm also contains a sugar camp of some 500 trees, from which annually about 3,000 pounds of sugar are produced. He is a good citizen, and is esteemed by all who know him.

THOMAS MARQUIS, farmer; P. O., West Middleburg; descendant from the old Irish family of that name; was born in Knox Co., O., Jan. 27, 1813. In his day they had not the advantages of a school educational system that are possessed by the children of today. His schooling was received ia the little old pioneer log cabin which sat in a small clearing surrounded by the necessary concomitants of early times. His father was a farmer, and Thomas followed in his footsteps. At the age of 23 he married Miss Mary Ann Stevenson. Shortly after his marriaue he moved to Zane Tp. and rented a small farm ; lie soon bought the farm where he now resides; when he first came into possession of the farai he found only five acres deadened; all the subsequent improvements he has put on himself; he possesses 95 acres, of which 65 acres are under excellent cultivation and produce abundantly; the land is well watered and drained; he has on the farm a fine orchard, and a " camp " of 350 trees, manufacturing annually about 800 pounds of sugar; he, however, pays attention to stock-raising. He has raised a family of eight, sevqn of whom are living - Wijliam Stevenson and Elizabeth Jane are married and living in Iowa; Melissa is dead; Newell, Samuel and Oliver are married and live in Zane Tp.; Amanda C. and Silas W. also live in this township. Newell, conjointly with his father, carries on the farm. Thomas Marquis has achieved all his success from hard work. He has held various positions of trust in the township, and enjoys the happiness of an industrious Christian farmer.

JAMES MARQUIS, retired farmer; West Middleburg. Men are a success who win, and of those who by their industrious and intense application to business have now not only a large share of this word's goods, but what is better the golden opinion and regard pi their neighbors. The subject of this sketch and his loving wife stand second to none. He was born in Knox Co., Ohio, Aug. 37, 1810, and entering Logan Co. in 1837, located at Bellefontaine, which at that time contained but few houses, and was not as large as West Middleburg; he received what education he then possessed in Knox Co.. and after reaching Bellefontaine, began to learn the blacksmithing trade; he worked at his trade for a number of years, and it was while working at his vocation that he assisted in the task of shoeing the Indian ponies belonging to the Wyandot Nation, on the departure of that tribe for the far West; in 1834 he bought the land he now owns, and in 1840 moved upon the same. At the time there were but few improvements on the land, and he immediately began to fix things up, and has continued to carefully cultivate the same until he has an excellent farm, well drained and well watered. He also possesses valuable propety near Middleburg; he married, Dec. 9, 1840, Lydia Ann Dickinson, born Sept. 10, 1821, and it must be confessed that a large share of his success in life is attributable to her energy, economy and loving interest. Her grandfather was an early settler in Ohio, entering the State in 1806. Her father, Richard, and mother, Margaret (Henry) Dickinson, were married Oct. 27, 1817, and are still living, probably the oldest couple that have always lived in this county. Lydia Ann gained her education by going to a subscription school three miles from her house, where, in a log cabin, with greased paper over an aperture in lieu of glass, instruction was given to the whites and Indians. They have raised a family of two boys and two girls, namely - Richard Addison, born in 1841; Erastus, 1846; Bell, 1849; Retta, 1860. Mr. and Mrs. Marquis, with their youngest daughter, now reside in the village of Middleburg, but Mr. Marquis' active disposition still impels tp devote a good share of his time to the care of his property.

SAMUEL MARQUIS, deceased; was born in Shenandoah Co., Va., June 16, 1807 and was the son of William and Elizabeth (Newell) Marquis, who moved to Knox Co., 0., when Samuel was a babe. He married Miss Lucinda Axtell, who was born March 29, 1808. Her parents, Lincoln and Sarah (Martin)

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Axtell, were born in New Jersey, and, as well as Mr. Marquis' parents, were of Irish descent and moved from Pennsylvania to Ohio and settled near Martinsburg, where she was married Dec. 30, 1828. They moved to Logan Co. and settled on the farm where Mrs. Marquis now lives, where they raised a family of ten children, nine of whom are now living - William Maxwell, Sarah Ann (married to Daniel Gorham) Thomas Newell, Daniel Martin, Elizabeth (dead), Julia (married to Samuel Ray), Francis Marion, James Harvey, Samuel Hamilton and Argus Jackson. Here Mr. Marquis cleared up his farm of 70 acres and an adjoining one of 80 acres. He was a consistent member of the Presbyterian Church, and died May 1, 1865. With Mrs. Marquis resides her granddaughter, Mary Francis, daughter of Thomas and Hulda (Curl) Marquis, who was born a mute, March 16, 1866. She went to Columbus in 1874 to receive instruction in the asylum, aid now writes readily, and is above the average in intelligence, and can do all sorts of work. It was not discovered that she was a mute until she was 3 years of age.

A. W. MORTON, farmer ; P. O., West Middleburg. Among the prominent and successful farmers Mr. Morton ranks with the first. He was born in Columbiana Co., O., July 31, 1832. His fathe'r, Israel Morton, was born in Pennsylvania, and mother, Hannah (Conn.) Morton, in New Jersey. When A. W. was G years old his father moved to the village of Westville, where he kept a hotel nine years. He then moved to his farm, and one year later to Zane Tp., which was in 1848, and located on the farm now owned by Edmund Outland. The subject of our biography was ' married July 4, 1861, to Miss Sarah A. Inskeep, daughter of Job Inskeep, a native of Culpepper Co., Va., and came here among the very first settlers, with his father, Joshua, who figured prominently in the early history of Zane Tp. Mrs. Morton was born March 5th, 1 840. They have a family of three girls - Etta May, Rosa Myrtle and Edna Gertrude. Mr. Morton had an oifer for an education for the law, but chose rather to follow the plow, in which he has achieved uncommon success. At the time of his marriage he had no land, and after purchasing a farm he found himself in debt to the amount of about |5,000, with assets only about $1,200, but by careful attention to his business he managed in the course of four and a half years to clear his entire indebtedness. His farm now consists of 263 acres of good land, well watered and under-drained, and especially adapted to wheat-growing, in which he has been an exceedingly successful producer. He has a sugar-camp of about 2,000 vessels, and produces about 4,000 pounds annually. He is a member of I. O. O. F. Lodge No. 268, North Lewisburg. As a citizen, everyone speaks in the highest terms of Mr. Morton. EDMUND OUTLAND, farmer and stock raiser; P. O., West Middleburg. Of the selfmade men of Zane Tp. who have " dug their property out of the ground," Edmund Outland occupies a prominent and leading position. Commencing with only 75 cents, his success and present high position is but a just tribute to his industry. His father, Josiah, was one of the pioneers of this locality, and was a large land owner. He raised a family of eleven boys and gave each of them a farm, with the single exceptions of Edmund, who, for some reason, was left without a start, and to-day Edmund may attribute his success in a great measure to the fact, that he was compelled to work and save. Edmund was born November 29, 1814. At the age of twenty years and six months he married Rachel Stratton who was born in Zane Township, Oct. 7, 1813. Her parents, Joel and Rebecca (Ray) Stratton, were among the earliest settlers in this locality, coming from Culpepper Co., Va., as early as 1806. The result of the union of Edmund and Rachael was six sons and six daughters. Amizetta, Henry, Olive, John, Caroline and Charlotte are married and well settled in life. When Edmund first began, he rented the farm where he now lives for two years, and managedj in the meantime, to raise enough money to make one payment. He began $6,000 in debt and in eight years had liquidated all incumbrances. At present he clears $1,000 a year. He owns 254^ acres in one body of excellent land, being one of the best watered farms in this locality, there being no less than twenty-two running springs on his land. The land is also well drained and being part of the limestone belt, possesses the richness of that famous ridge in the production of wheat and corn. His farm, however, is the leading stock farm in this township, he making a specialty .of hogs and sheep. There is a " camp " of 3,000 %'essels, which produced in the spring of 1880, 9,000 lbs. of sugar. He has good fruit and all the comforts of a well-kept and productive farm. He is an exhorter in the Quaker Church, while his wife is a Free Will Baptist.

ISAAC PAINTER, farmer; P. O., North Lewisburg. " Uncle Isaac," as everybody calls the generous, warm hearted old gentleman whose name heads this sketch, was born in Frederick Co., Va., Dec. 5, 1809, and is one of the few survivors of that noble band of jDioneers who helped make this country what it is to-day. His father, Abraham Painter, was born Nov. 1, 1781, and Sarah (Branson) Aug. 8, 1785. When he was two years of age his parents started to Ohio in a one-horse cart, and came as far as Lancaster, O., where they remained over winter, and where another son, Walter, was born; his father then came to Garwood's Mills, now East Liberty, and engaged in the mill here; his father's family consisted of five boys and three girls, of whom Isaac was the only one who ever located in Zane, as it is now; his father moved to Jefferson Tp., where he died, Sept. 4, 1834, having been one of the first pioneers in Perry Tp., then a part of Zane, and was also one of the first in Jefferson, and was a soldier of the war of 1813, as mentioned in the history of the township. Isaac married Miss Hope Ballinger, Sept. ^2, 1833, who was the daughter of Henry Ballinger, a pioneer; slie was born Dec. 11, 1811. They forthwith located on the farm where he now resides, consisting of 50 acres, then entirely in the woods, and which he paid for with his own labor. From this marriage there were four sons - Henry, born May 22, 1835, Thomas L., July 20,1837; Isaac B., March 26,1845; James Wesley Dec. 26, 1846; all now married, and the two oldest now settled in this township. His first wife dying, he married Miss Augusta Martin, Ftb. 2, 1852; she was born Aug. 21, 1S32, and is an accomplished and estimable lady, and formerly a teacher. They have two children - Elizabeth Jane, born Feb. 20, 1853, and Benjamin Everett, .July 18, 1867. He has served as Township Trustee, and is a member of Lodge 546, I. O. O. F., North Lewisburg; he has been a member of theMeth» odist Episcopal Church since 1830, and he and his wife are members of Mt. Moriah Church.

ISRAEL POOL, carpenter and contr^ictor; West Middleburg. To maintain the confidence and respect of one's fellow citizens to such a degree as to be continuously kept in one office for more than tvpenty years, is certainly creditable to anyone; such is the history of the gentleman whose name heads this sketch. He was born in Beaver Co., Pa., Oct. 8, 1826. His parents were Phineas and Ann (Young) Pool, natives of Petjnsylvania, the latter of Bucks Co., and came to Columbiana Co., 0.,when Israel and his twin brother Joseph were 18 months old, where both were brought up to the carpenter trade, which they still follow in partnership, and many of the best public and private buildings in this township were built by them, among the former Union Chapel, Christian Church, and IMt. Moriah rebuilt, which attests the superiority of their workmanship. He married Miss Mary W. Fast, daughter of Joshua and Susanna Fast, in 1849. She was born in Virginia, JuTie 7, 1831. From this union there are five children, as follows - Isaac N.; Sarah Jane, married Oliver Marquis; Joseph E.; Charles Sumner, and Lewis Mo. He came to Zane Tp. in 1855, and was elected Justice of the Peace soon after, a position which he has ever since held. Of late years he has acted as peacemaker more than the presiding officer of the court, in every case, whenever it was possible, inducing his neighbors to settle their disputes without coming to trial, thereby saving costs and unpleasantness. Although Squire Pool received only a common school education, he has by careful reading and study, aided by a wonderfully retentive memory, become one of the best informed men of the country on history, law and general literature, and his advice and judgment are frequently sought. Although not a professional politician, he is well posted on the issues of the day, and occasionally takes the stump for the Republican party, of which he is an ardent supporter; and being a close thinker and clenr reasoner, his speeches are spoken of as creditable affairs. He served several months as a member of the 132nd 0. V. I., in the capacity Regimental Clerk.

I. M. SHARP, deceased. Culpepper Co., Va., has furnished its quota to the solid farming citizens of Zane, and the sons of the Old Dominion reflect credit and honor upon their Mother State. Among the pioneers who came to this localitjr about 1^03 was John Sharp, grandfather of the subject of this sketch, who, moving from Virginia at the beginning of the present century, settled first in Ross Co., and at about the above-mentioned date, came to what is now Zane Tp. John Sharp's son, Isaac, was born in Virginia, and came to this section with his father. His wife was Jane (Austin) Sharp. He died in 1869. I. M. Sharp, the subject of this sketch, was born Dec. 21, 1834, and remained with his father until his 26th year. On Feb. 7, 1861, he married Miss Catherine Ann Hellings, who was born Oct. 7, 1840; he located upon the farm which he occupied at the time of his death in 18G1, and, aided by the industry of his wife, cleared and improved the farm, consisting of 63 acres, until at present it is in good condition, well drained, and exhibiting the care and prudence of a good farmer in the outbuildings, fences, etc. On July i2, 1879, Mr. Sharp died, leaving his wife the care of four children - Mary E.", born Dec. 19, 1861; William M., Sept.' 20, 1863; Charles M., Dec. 4, 1864, and David M., May 29, 1866. Slie also has entire care and supervision of the farm, which, with its large sugar " camp " of 1,100 buckets, is no small matter. She ships her own sugar, sells her own corn and wheat, and, in fact, transacts all the business appertaining to a flourishing farm. At the time of his death Mr. Sharp was a Trustee of the township. He was also Steward in the Methodist Episcopal Church, of which denomination he had been a member since his 14th vear.

JOHN DOWNS SHARP, farmer; was born in Zane Tjd., Aug. 29, 1831. His father. Job Sharp, was born in Culpepper Co., Va., June 14, 1792, and came to Ohio with his father, John Sharp, an old Revolutionary soldier, as early as 1802, settling in Ross Co., from thence he moved into what is now Logan Co., about 1803, where his father, John Sharp, died at the advanced age of 98 years. Job Sharp married Miss Sarah Ann Haines, a native of New Jersey, who was born Oct. 15, 1803. From this union there were nine children. . He was in the war of 1812, was a successful farmer, having at one time 237 acres of land, and in politics he was an old line Whig. John Downs Sharp, remained with his father until the 26th year of his age. In 1857 he married Amanda E. Kennedy, a native of Logan Co., whose parents came from Brown Co. at an early day. From this union there were three children, two only surviving, namely - Job Nelson, born June 8< 1861, and James Owen, born March 26, 1872. John Downs Sharp has a farm of about J 00 acres, well under-drained, ibrming excellent wheat land. He has a cranp of 400 trees and a fine orchard. Part of this farm is surrounded by a hedge, which, together witii other improvements, materially increases its value, which at present is about 165 an acre. J. D. Sharp is a member of Lodge, 546, I. O. O. F., and in politics is a Republican.

CARMAN CHAMPION STOKES, physician; West Middleburg; was born in East Liberty, O., June 2, 1849, and is descended from one of the oldest and most influential families in this township, and in his successful professional and business career sustains the family reputation in every respect; his grandfather, Joseph Stokes, came here from Culpepper Co., Va., in 1808, and located on the farm where the father of Dr. Stokes, Joseph Stokes, Jr., was born, Oct. 25, 1825; his mother, Susan (Austin) Stokes, was also a native of Logan Co. When he was four years of age his parents moved to Zanesfield, and here young Stokes attended school, and in 1861 they again moved to Middleburg, where he completed his common school education, and entered the Ohio Wesleyan University at Delaware, O., in 1867, where he remained about a year. The year following, he entered the olfice of Dr. William T. Sharp, and spent two years in the study of medicine, and then went South and spent a year to regain his lost health; here he visited numerous battlefields and other points of war interest. Returning with renewed health, he entered the Cincinnati College of Medicine and Surgery, where he graduated, June 20, 1874; he located in the practice of medicine in Newton, where he remained two years, and yielding to to the entreaties of his numerous friends, he came then to Middleburg, where his wellknown abilities as a physician soon gained him a large practice. His business increasing beyond his abilities to give it proper attention, he invited his brother-in-hiw, Dr. D W. Sharp, to share it. He was induced by the demand for a drug store to open one here, in the spring of 1870, which at once commanded a good patronage, while at the same rime he retains his large practice. Dr, Stokes married Miss Mary Sharp, Sept. 4. 1873. She is the daughter of Joshua B. and Catharine (Norviel), whose history appears under the sketch of Dr. D. W. Sharp, and was born April 30, 1850. They have one child, Estella, born July 9, 1874. He is a member of Lodge 347, A. & F. M. Much of the history of this township is the result of Dr. Stokes' research.

DAVID WICKLIFF SHARP, physician; "West Middleburg; a great-grandson of Job Sharp, the first white settler in Logan Co., was born April 24, 1848, on the farm of historic fame, first settled by his ancestors; his father, Jonathan B., was also born here, Oct. 18, 1821, where he followed farming and afterwards mercantile pursuits, and for a short time served in the late rebellion, and was prominently identified with the history of the township; he married Catharine (Norviel) April 26, 1843, who was born in Medina Co., O., March, 11, 1825. They raised a family of whom four grew to the estate of man. Dr. Sharp received an education in the schools of this vicinity, and attended the OhioWesleyan University during the years 1864 and 1865, after which he returned to engage in business in this place with his father, who was in the dry goods trade; he began the study of medicine in 1870, U7ider Dr. Sharp, of this place, and entered the Cincinnati College of Medicine arid Surgery in 1873, and graduated in 1874; soon after this he entered upon the practice pf his profess'.on at Pottersburg, Union Co. locating there July 14, 1874; he married Miss Mary Charlotte Stewart, Oct. 15, 1874; she was born in Lowell, Mahoning Co., Ohio., Nov. 2, 1852. There is one child from this union, Willie Howard, born July 15, 1876. In 1879, he left Pottersburg, and returned to Middleburg, and has had a growing practice among the people with whom he was reared, and although they familiarly address him as " Wick," yet as a physician he has their utmost confidence and is recognized as one of the most promising members of the profession in which he taKes so much pride, and in which he has been in the highest sense successful; he has many of the qualities which peculiarly adapts him for this particular calling, as well as the elements which would make him succesful in any undertaking. He is a member of the Masonic Fraternity, of which his father was also 'a member, and belongs to Lodge No. 347, at East Liberty.

We often find persons with tact rather than talent, filling the learned professions, where merit should be the measure, while those whose natural gifts and acquirements really fit them for such positions, quietly pursue a retired life. Of the latter comes to our mind the name of George W. Stokes, whom we first met at college. He early evinced more than an ordmary aptness for learning, which, with a studious disposition, soon placed him far in advance of the boys of his age.^ Having exhausted the curriculum of the country school, he spent two years at the Ohio Wesleyan University, at Delaware, and even here what was a task of hours to others was but a fevv minutes' work to him, such was his power to grasp tTie most intricate subjects. Indeed, in his mind there is a remarkable combination of the power of close mathematical reasoning and an exceedingly retentive memory; hence, it would be difficult to find one so familiar as ho with the details of ancient and modern history, so accurate is he as to dates and statements. He was born in Union Co., Sept. 17, 1847. His father, John Stokes, was born in Zane Tp., Nov. 18, 1818, and married July 4, 1840, Miss Emma Holly, bom in Jefferson Co., N. Y., May 18, 1818. Four children blessed the union - Oliver, George Weaver, Abram Holly, and Arminta Jane. The first is a well-to-do farmer of Union Co.; the second is the subject of this biography, and the two younger are still with their parents. George, on his return from college in 1868, taught school, which he has followed up to the present time during the winter, excepting two years, and almost exclusively in his home district; such is the attachment of his neighbors among whom he has grown up. On Independence Day, 1874, he led to the altar Miss Maria Elizabeth Cowgill, who was born in Union Co., Nov. 20, 1860, a descendant of one of the pioneers and an accomplished, amiable woman, of more than ordinary intellectual acquirements. Two sweet children came to their home to gladden their hearts - Willard Byron, born Nov. 9, 1879; Florence Gale, Jan. 20, 1878. Six years of happy married life was given them, but ere the seventh had begun, early in the spring of 1880, George Stokes was called to see pass from this life she who had been to him all a true and loving wife could be. The shock was almost greater than he could bear, and it was months ere he recovered from the effects of the ordeal. His residence is on the farm originally improved by John Warner in 1809. The Stokes are from the very best families of "Old Virginia," and his grandfather, who had married Phoebe Euans, came to Zane Tp., it is said, as early as 1805, when there were not a dozen white settlers here. He was one of the first to engage in sugar making on a large scale. He served with distinction in the war of 1812, and was a stirring, successful man, and was usually known as Capt. Stokes. He raised a family of three sons and five daughters.

SAMUEL WARNER, retired ; Pottersburg. Of all that noble band of pioneers to whom Zane Tp. owes so much of what she is to-day, none remain of those who came here at the dawn of civilization, except "Uncle Sam Warner." He was born near the little town, Lumberton, on the Naucopus River in the State of New Jersey, May 28, 1803, and in May, 1 809 his parents started for Ohio, then the "Far West," with their family, consisting of Isaac, then fifteen years old, and David and Jesse, younger than Samuel, and daughters Polly, Hannah and Ann, landing at John Warners, in Zane, July 26, 1809, sick and tired. Of what they, in common with other pioneers suffered, we of to-day, surrounded by the luxuries of the 19th century, have no conception. He attended school about two weeks at the old schoolhouse at Iiiskeep's Mill, with its batten door and puncheon floor, and this completed his schooling, but not his education ; his was too active a mind not to surmount such disadvantages, hence we find him well informed on all subjects and an encyclopedia of pioneer life. In 1812 he moved to the north part of the township and followed shoemaking awhile, but inhis own language, his principal occupation has been to follow the plow. On .luly 4, 1826, he married Miss Phebe, eldest daughter of Joshua Sharp, born May 29, 1809, and the second female child born in Zane Tp. Here he resided over forty years, raising a family of three children; Abaishai ]., born Dec, 12, 1828 ; Keturah, Oct. 13, 1830; married D. S. Norvill, and died .Ian. 25, 1880; and Miller, born Sept. Gth, 1832. In 1873 Sam Warner sold his farm and went to live with his younger son at Pottersburg. The latter married Frances Norvill, Dec. 28, 1854. She was born Dec. 2, 1835, in Medina Co. Her father William, was a native of Connecticut and her mother, Diantha (Holly) Norvill, of New York State, and were married January ], 1834. He followed farming until 1871, when he moved to Pottersburg and opened a dry goods store the following year, just as the town was opening up. His business career, which opened under so favorable auspices, was most seriously interfered with by three years' sickness. His disease was diptheria, which, after trying many remedies, he found one which effectually cured him, and which he generously offers free to any one. He, however, continued to sell goods, and farmed until 1875. He then sold his store, and has since then been giving especial attention to farming and breeding thorough-bred cattle, hogs and sheep. He is familiar with the stock business, having been engaged in that business when a young man. He has a good farm of 100 acres in Allen Tp., Union Co., and town property. He is a stanch supporter of the principles of the Republican party, as is also his father, who, like his father Abaishai to whom reference is made in the general history of Zane Tp., was an old line Whig. For generosity and hospitality the Warners are fine exponents of the customs of pioneer life.

BENJAMIN WILSON, farmer; P. O., West Middleburg. Among the influential and prominent citizens of Zane Tp., whom it is a pleasure to note, have always occupied a front position in the rapid advance of this section,

Benjamin Wilson, by his energetic applicati'on to business, and the promotion of the industries of iiis community, deserves more than Ijassing notice. Descendant from that good Irish lamily of Wilsons who have added so much to the M-ealth of Zane Tjj., he of course, necessarily partakes of their signal ener^-y. He was born in County Kings, Parish of Gillen, Ireland, Nov'. 7, 1815. The sketch of his father will be found in another portion of this woi-k. In his father's family there were four boys and seven girls. He unfortunately was left fatherless at an early age, and receiving a common school education, he began to work to help support his mother and sistei's, and continued to help support them until 1839, when he came to America, and worked in New York about a year. He then came to Milford Centre. In 18-1-2 he married Elizabeth Curl, daughter of Charles Curl, whose sketch appears in another portion of this work. For about twelve years he rented his land and then, having accumulated a sufficient sum of money, he bought out the farm upon which he now resides. The farm consisted of 100 acres, to which he added until at one time he cwned about 400 acres. He has since, however, given to his children and bought land, so that at present he owns 305 acres of excellent land, well watered, with three miles of under-drainage. The land is well adapted to the raising of corn and wheat; Mr. Wilson being the largest wheat grower in this township; he has " camps " of 4,500 vessels. He started with just $5, and his farms pay homage to his prudence. He has a family of five cliildren - Thomas A., Charles C, John E., E'reeland and JManeti, who married Sylvester Dcvore. Benjamin is a member of the Episcopal Church, and is strong in the faith of the ]\Iother Church. He is Republican.

THOMAS il. WILSON, retired farmer; North Lewisburg; was born in Parish Gillen, County Kings, Ireland, Dec. 27, 1819, and by occupation is a farmer; he emigrated to America at the age of 27, and after his passage was paid, had not a cent of money, owing for the clothes he had on his back; he worked his way to Zane Tp., where his brother resided, and worked for him and various other parties for some time. When the "gold fever " broke out he started for the diggings, crossing the plains with a wagon train, consuming three months and twenty-one days in his passage to California; he remained there for two years, and having accumulated in gold, he returned by steamer to New York, and from thence to his home in Zane Tp.; he, true to his instincts, immediately bought a farm of 110 acres, to which he has since added as his pecuniary condition would allow until he now possesses the best improved and most valuable farms in this locality, where a good farm is the rule and a poor one the exception. Upon his farm is a valuable sugar camp; he has put in 1,000 rods of tiling, v.hich forms an excellent drain, while to add to the attractions of the farm he possesses, in the Big Branch, a supply of water indispensable to a stockman. Sept. 18, 1858, he married Miss Maria L. Moore; she was born in New Jersey, her parents coming to Zane Tp. when she was a child; her parents were among the pioneers of Zane, and among the first Methodists, and have always identiti d themselves with the growth of the township; her brother, Edmund Moore, and her brother-in-law. Job Bishop, being especially noted for their zeal and progressive spirit, the latter especially being a wide-awake, intelligent and enthusiastic farmer, ilr. and Mrs. Wilson are now enjoying their well-earned ease at their home in North Lewisburg, contributing their share to every good work; are consistent members of the Methodist Episcopal Church.

ALONZO P. WEST, farmer; P. O., West ^liddleburg. In noting among the younger men thoge who independently, by their industry and strict business principles, have accumulated wealth and added to the reputation of Zane Tp., Alonzo P. West is especially distinguished for the prominent position he has taken in the material advancement of his township. He was born in Liberty Tp., May 11, 1846. His father was born May 14, 1818, in Massachusetts, and came to Ohio with his father, where he married Miss Ann Norvill, also a native of Massachusetts. Alonzo received a limited education, attending school about two months in the y-ear until he was 17 years old, when he entered the army. He joined Co. C, 17th O. V. I., and served two years. He participated in the battles of Mission Ridge, Buzzard's Roost, Resacca, Kenesaw Mountain, and a number of minor engagements in North and South Carolina. While on picket duty near Atlanta, Ga., he was wounded, and remained one month in the hospital. He relates an amusing incident of a foraging expedition soon after his recovery. He and a few others left the oamp, and, after scouring the country, returned with quite a load of provisions. While crossing the river near Galesville, the boat upset and the men lost all their provisions, the heavier articles going to the bottom and the ducks, etc., going down stream with the current. The same night they reached the camp, and for some time the joke was on them. On his return from the war he entered the Ohio Wesleyan University, where he remained but a short time, and then attended Northwood College for one term. After this he taught school for four winters. He bought the present farm from bis father, in connection with his brother Allen, and after running it awhile conjointly with him, bought him out and became sole proprietor. Mr. West was married Feb. 5, 1871, to Miss Hettie Inskeep, who was a native of Van Buren Co., Iowa, but .whose parents, Edward and Isahelle (Downs) Inskeep, were early settlers in Zane Tp. Mrs. West was a teacher about five years previous to her marriage. Alonzo's farm consists of 120 acres of excellent land, and is one of the oldest improved farms in Z.me Tp., having been settled in 1807. The buildings, although built as early as 1820, are in good preservat on, having been built by Joshua Inskeep. There are about 250 rods of hedge around the farm. He has a camp of 1,200 trees, from which he produces about 5,000 pounds of sugar annuallj''. He pays, however, particular attention to stock-raising. He has two children - Earl, born Jan. 21, 1872, and Fred, Jan. 2, 1880.

JOHN WILSON, farmer; P. O., North Lewisburg; was born in County Kings, Parish of Gillen, Ireland. Ajaril 3, 1824. His parents were John and Mary (Murphy) Wilson, and he was reared a farmer; he received a moderate education in Ireland, but was compelled to give the greater share of his attention to the farm, upon which he remained until he was 26 years of age, when he emigrated to America on the steamship Silas Greenman; he landed at New York amidst all the bewildering influences of that bustling city.

Keeping steadily in view, however, tiie grand purpose of his life, he started for Ohio, reaching Z;ine Tp. about a year after his landing at Castle Garden. In three years /ifter his arrival in Z'.me Tp., such was his indefatigable zeal and energy, he had saved enough money to purchase a farm of 50 acres, paying $800 down and liquidating the iialance by working his farm. Soon after locating in this township he married Ann Lowe, also a native of Ireland. From this union there are six boys and one girl - Thomas, Mary, John, George, Benjamin, James and Edward, all now living and residing at home. About 1871 he purchased the farm on the Lewisburg Pike, formerly l;elonging to Widow More, paying for the same $6,000, mostly money down, which he had made on his farm. Aug. 28, 1873, his wife, to whom he was devotedly attached, died. She was an estimable lady, and no small share of his success is attributed to the care, prudence and economy of hisfaithful companion, and in justice to Mr. Wilson be it said that he ever recognized her character and felt her loss as onh' a loving husband could. Mr. Wilson's farm is at present under excellent cultivation. He has a fine home, with all the comforts of a thrifty and well-to-do farmer. His sugar-camp consists of 800 trees.

JOHN R. WILSON was born in Ireland, July 9, 1846, and came to America with his mother when he was 8 years of age. His father, Edward Wilson, was born in County Kings, Parish Gillen, June 11, 1814, The father of the subject of our sketch, in his 26th year, married Margaret Larkin, and in 1851 he emigrated "to America, leaving his family at their home in Ireland - compelled to do so from a lack of funds to pay their passage to this continent. For the first few months after reaching America, he remained in the East, earning by daily labor, money to support his wile and family in Ireland; but gradually working westward, he in October, 1851, reached Zane Tp. After becoming permanently settled he sent for his family, and theycame over, reaching here about 1854. Setting to work with all the ardor and zeal of a man who appreciates the privilege of independence in America, he soon accumulated quite a sum of money, which unfortunately was lost. Coming from a stock which knew- no such word as discouragement, he, thanking God for his good health, set to work again, and in 1861 had earned and saved enough juoney to buy a farm of 133^ acres, excellent land, now one of the best in the township. John R. Wilson, partaking of the energetic (.-haracter of his father, has a fine farm of 137-g- acres, upon which he lives with his wife, a charming lady, whom he married June 6, 1878. Her maiden name was Miss Susan Ann Fox, and her parents came from Pennsylvania at quite an early date. Mr. Wilson is a member of the Lewisburg Lodge of Free iMasons, and of Maple Grove Lodge of Grangers.

SETH S. WINDER, farmer; P. O., North Lewisburg; was born December 14, 1841. His father, Thomas Winder, was born December 24, 1804, in Ross Co., Ohio. The latter's father, Abner Winder, came from Pennsylvania and was one of the pioneers of the Northwestern territory, settling in Ross Go. about the beginning of the present century. His wife was a Ballinger. Thomas Winder came to Logan Go. in 1841, purchasing 317 acres of land. The only improvements upon the same consisted of a double log cabin, and two old log stables. He married Hannah Wildman, who was born in Clark Co. Sept. 13, 1802. By this union there were ten children. Seth S. was reared amidst all the influences of a primal but progressive farming district. He received a common school education, spending six months in the High School, besides one term at Earlham College, Richmond, Ind. Returning home he again entered upon his father's farm, remaining with him until he was 27 years of age, when he married Maggie A. Linville, who was a :iative of Champaign Co., and whose parents J. H. Linville and Ann (Pennington) Linville were respected settlers of that county. The subject of our sketch now possesses a farm of 108 acres, well watered, very productive and adapted also to the raising of stock. He has two children - Aldina born Sept. 28, 1873, and Seneca, Jan. 23, 1879. The Winders have always been among the first to promote and encourage all those improvements which are necessary to the advancement, growth and ultimate wealth of any community. Being Quakers they partake of the integrity and industry so characteristic of that sect, and their excellent and valuable farms are fitting tributes to industry and perseverance. Thomas Winder is still living, a hale old man of 76. Time has dealt lightly with him and to-day he enjoys the robust health which a long life of temperance and happiness, together with honest toil naturally gives a man. On every hand he beholds his sons, progressive and influential farmers. Our Edward Winder has done much to increase the reputation of the county as a breeder of fine wool sheen.

BENJAMIN FRANKLIN WIRICK, deceased; was born Aug. 7, 1833, in Columbiana Co., and came to Logan Co. when he was 10 years of age, locating in Zane Tp. On Feb. 7, 1856, he married Mary E. Green, born in Logan Co., Dec. 17, 1834. She was the daughter of Georire R. Green, who was born in Kentucky in 1798, and who came to Logan Co. with his father in 1805. George Green married Ruth Williams, a native of Virginia, who settled in Logan Co. with her parents in 1811, and raised a family of thirteen children. George Green was a local preacher in the ^Methodist Episcopal Church. His wife was raised a Friend, but joined the Methodist Episcopal Church. The result of the union of B. F. Wirick and Mary E. Green was two children - Sarah Jane and Benjamin Franklin. Sarah Jane married George Bushong, and had by him two children - one only, Lulu Ellen, surviving. The mother died Jan. 16, 1880. B. F. Wirick was a member of the 180th Reg. O. V. I., and served eleven months to the close of the war. He died Oct. 9, 1877. His wife lives on a beautiful farm of 141 acres, well watered, and contains a fine sugar camp, from which annually about 4 000 pounds of sugar are produced. There is an excellent orchard, producing abundantly fruits in their season, and the buildings show the care of a well regulated farm.

J. W. YOUNG, farmer and stock-raiser; P. O., West Middleburg; was born in Columbiana Co., June 11, 1838, and came to Logan Co., when he was 12 years of age; his father was of Irish extraction and was born in 1810, in Beaver Co., Penn.; he followed teaming over the mountains until about his twenty-first year, when he located in Columbiana Co., Ohio, and married Miss Ann Walton, born Aug. 25, .

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1813. They raised a family of nine children, of whom fdur are now living; J. W. Younj^ married Miss Amanda P. Outland, Ayjril 13, 1862; Robert, her father, was born in Zane Tp., Nov. 37, 1808, and died Sept. 1, 1871; her mother, Martha (Freer), was born in Virginia, Dec. 36, 1808, in Gates Co., and came to Ohio with her parents when a small child, and located in Warren Co., and died in Zane Tp., April 31, 1880. The former was raised a Friend and the latter a Methodist. Mr. Young's farm consists of 108 acres, well watered and under-drained, and under the very best state of cultivation, with good buildings. He belongs to the most advanced class of progressive farmers, and never hesi- tates to take advantage of any improvement; he has raised as much as seventy-two bushels of corn to an acre; he has lately turned his attention to fine wool sheep, and has, perhaps, the best flock in the township, the majority of them costing about $100 each, and are registered in the Vermont Register; he has a choice collection of fruit, especially cherries and plums; he served about four months in the 133nd O. V. I., and was Township Trustee five years; he is a member of East Liberty Lodge, F. & A. M., No. 247, and Star Chapter No. 126. Both he and his wife are members of the Methodist Protestant Church.

GEORGE ARMSTRONG, farmer; P. 0., North Greenfield. Among the jolly, goodhearted souls who hail from the Emerald Isle is George Armstrong, who was born B^eb. 15, 1833, in Ireland. His parents were George and Rose (Smith) Armstrong. George immigrated to this country in 1849, coming west to Chicago; he remained a short time, and then drifted south, landing in Logan Co. In 1855, he was married to Rachel Supler, who was a daughter of Samuel and Nancy (Campbell) Supler. Samuel Supler came to this township about the year 1827, from Pickaway Co. He was one among the first who settled in this part of the township; was an excellent man, and highly respected by all who knew him. He died April 23, 1880; his wife in 1877. Mr. Armstrong resides a short distance east of North Greenfield, and has 235 acres of land, and is among the enterprising and successful farmers in the township. He has a family of seven children - David B., Martha, George R., Nancy, Mary E., Edward and Sarah. He is a member of Wapatomica Lodge, I. O. O. F., No. 424.

MRS. SARAH AUSTIN, retired; East Liberty; was born July 21, 1811, in Philadelphia, Pa.; she was a daughter of Henry and Sarah (Custer) Moore, who emigrated to this State in 1821, and finally located in Mount Moriah, where they died - he on Feb. 1, 1850, and she on Oct. 24, 1869. On July 35, 1869, she was married to Rev. Carlisle A. Austin, who was born in New Jersey, Feb. 6, 1804, and moved to East Liberty, O., in 1820, and lor sixty years was a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church, in which he always took an active part. He was a conscientious man, and one who never swerved from duty and the truth, and was a man of acknowledged ability; for several years he held the offices of Justice of the Peace, Notary Public and Surveyor, and for forty years was a local preacher, and many, through his instrumentality, were brought to the cross of Christ. In matters that pertained to business, he was successful, leaving after him a good farm and personal property; he died in the triumph of faith, April 10, 1870; he was first married to Rebecca Rea. Mrs. Austin, who survives him, resides on the homestead ; she is a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church, and has been since six years of age, when she was converted, and received into the church at the age of seven.

HENRY BALLINGER, farmer; P. O., East Liberty; was born June 17, 1814, in Zane Tp.; is the eldest of a family of two children born to Henry and Patience (Bishop) Ballinger. His father's name was Joshua, who emigrated to this county during its first settlement, and settled in the woods south of

Jlicklleburg, Henry's fatlier died belbre he was bori), liis mother marrying again. She raised her son to maturity, and Nov. 33, 1837, he was married to Rebecca C. iloore, who was born in New Jersey April 15, 1817, and came west with her parenis, Henry and Sarah (Ouster) Moore, when she was five years of age. Her trranillather attained a ripe old age. Since Mr. Ballinger's marriage he has resided in Perry Tp. When he located, it was one dense growth of forest. Wolves and wild game were in abundance. He first purchased eighty acres of Duncan McCarthy, of Chilhcothe, and the surroundings at the present time give but slight testimony of the inconveniences and obstacles that attended the settlement of these now productive lands, that respond annually to the demands qf the husbandman. Mr. Ballinger is now in the decline of life, and is enjoying the fruits of his honest toil in quiet and peaceful retirement. He has been for two score' of years a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church, and has endeavored to ornament his profession by a Christian-like walk and conversation. Four children have been horn to him - Mary, Laynon, Thomas and H.-nry.

KG. BALLINGER, farmer; P. O., ^Yest Jliddleburg; was born March 23, 1843; son of John and Margaret (Daugherty) Ballinger. John Ballinger was borfi in New Jersey, Oct. 7, li'.JO, and emigrated to Ohio, locating in Zane Tp.; his w;fe was born May 39, 1811, she being his second wife. They were married on the farm now owned by Levi, whose fatiier died Aug. 14, 1868; and mother, March 29, lii70. Seven children were born to them. During his life he was a member of the Free Will Baptist Church. At tlie age of seventeen, Levi enlisted in Co. C, 17th O. V. I., and served three years, and was a true and worthy soldier; he was wounded at the battle of Chickamauga; was struck in the neck with a Minnie ball. The Federal army falling back, he was left on the battle-field and fell into the hands of the enemy. His brother, David D., was in the same companv, and was shot dead on the field, and was never seen afterwards. Levi, after being in the hands of the enemy a short time, was exchanged, and returned to his regiment. Upon his return home, he resumed farm labor, and was married in 186G to Mary Sprague, who wa;- boi'n Sept.

9, 1845; she was a daughter of Isaac and Sarah (Green) Sprague. IMr. Ballinger has 100 acres of land. F ve children have been born unto him - Franklin, Thomas, De'omo, Ella Jl. and Louisa. The Ballingers are true Republicans.

OLIVER S. BALLINGER, farmer; P. 0., East Liberty; was born Sept. 14, 1839; is the filth son and seventh child of Joshua and Delilah (Inskeep) Ballinger; Joshua was horn in February, 1803, in Burlington Co., N. J., and emigrated to this State with his father, Samuel Ballinger, who settled in what is now known as Zane Tp., in 1809, where he remained until his death, which occurred on Sept. 8, 1873. His wife was born in 1808, in Zane; they were both members of the Protestant Methodist Church. At the age of 33, Oliver enlisted in Co. C, 17th O. V. I., and served throe years, and was a true and valiant soldier, who participate! in nearly all the prominent battles in which his regiment was engaged; he was wounded at the battle of Chiclcamauga, and was there taken prisoner; he received his discharge, and, returning home, engaged in farming pursuits in connection with his brother. At the age of 39, he was married to Louisa A. Garwood, who was born in November, 1851, in Zan.e Tp.; she is a daughter of Lemuel and Angelina (Warren) Garwooa; they have four children - Lydia I., born June 5, 1871; Samuel, June 36, 1S73; Auo-usta, June 28, 1875; Angelina, May 30, 1879. He is a member of the A., F. & A. .M. He and his brother have 450 acres of choice land.

ROBFRT DICKINSON, farmer; P. 0., North Greenfield; was born in Jetrersoii Township, March 15, 1812, and is the eldest of a family of fifteen children, who were born to Thomas and Maria (Lowe) Dickinson, who came to what is now Logan Co., about the year 1810, locating south of Zanesfield, and raised a large family. He was engaged in running one of the first saw-mills that was erected in that part of the country. As a business man lie was not considered a marked success, yet his sons have arisen from poor boys to wealth and affluence, and are now among the most successful in the country. Having little or no school advantages, yet they managed to secure enough to enable them to transact any business that comes in their line, and as "garners-up" of this world's goods, they have few superiors in the county. Robert was married Jan. 24, ISoo, to Rebecca Stevenson, who was born Feb. 20, 1813, in Lake Tp.; she is a daughter of John and .Jennie (Hatfield) Stevenson; she was a native of Virginia, he from Kentucky, and they came to this county before the war of 1812, and were among the number who sought refuge in the block house from the Indians. Shortly after !Mr. Dickinson was married, he settled in Rush Creek, near the lake; he afterwards came to Jefferson and settled at the head of JMad River, purchasing 103 acres; this he soon traded for land in Perry Tp., on the Grubb's place. In 1S65, he moved to North Greenfield, where he now resides. After years of hard labor and pioneer life, he is in possession of 640 acres of land. Of the ten children born to him, eight are living - ^Ruth Jane, (Mrs. A. Grubbs), Susannah, (Mrs. Isaac Henry), Henry C. (attorney at law), George, Eliza A. (Mrs. E. Powers), Deliverance, Elliott and .Joshua. Mr. Dickinson and wife are members of the Methodist Episcopal Church. His father was a member of the "Friends."

L. C. FISHER, farmer; P. 0.,West Mansfield; was born on the homestead farm, .lune 3, 1850, being the youngest son of William and Rhoda Fisher.- Lewis was 22 when he left home, which was in June, 1872, when he married Kate Critchfield, who was born March 18, 1850, and is a daughter and eldest child of Resolve and Rebecca (Clark) Critchfield, born in Ohio Co., Va., in October, 1817. He was born in Washington Co., Pa., Sept. 22, 1815. He was likewise a son of Resolve, wljo was a son of John. Resolve, the father of Mrs. Fisher, is a prominent'farmer in this township, and was for many years during the early part of his life a teacher and Superintendent of Schools in the South. In 1875 Mr. Fisher moved to his present home, situated in the north part of the township. Three children have crowned their union - Bertha C, born April 7, 1873; Florence, Sept. 26, 1875, and Gail, Sept. 25, 1877. Both Mr. and Mrs. Fisher are members of the Methodist Episcopal Church. Farming is the business in which he is engaged.

was born in New Jersey, Aug. 8, 180S, and was married to Rachel Garwood in 1833; she was born in New Jersey in 1812, and located in that county where Sarah J. was born, June 27, 1834; the family emigrating to this county in the year 1835, locating in Perry Tp. Here the family have since remained. Haines Austin was stricken down suddenly Nov. 18, 1837 - had started to New Jersey on a visit, and while on the road to Bellefontaine he fell dead of heart disease. His wife yet survives him, she residing with her son and daughter, Josiah and Elizabeth, in this township. Sarah J. was marfied Nov. 5, 1854, to Isaiah G. F'reer, who was born Oct. 25, 1833, in Jefferson Tp.; a son of Henry and Rachel (Outland) Freer. After the marriage of our subject to Mr. Freer, they remained on the Freer farm until the fall of 1860, when they located in the south-west part of Perry Tp., the farm consisting of 150 acres of land. Mr. Freer died of rose cancer May 1, 1879; his remains now repose in Marmon- Valley graveyard. He was a member of the Free Will Baptist Church, and was an active member in the same; living a conscientious and upright life. Five children were born to them - Henry C, born Feb. 14, 1857; Rachel E., Nov. 4, 1858; Ida D., Aug. 28, 1860, now Mrs. Finley Beams of Jefferson Tp.; M;iry A., born Sept. 19, 1855, and Charles A., born Oct. 20, 1867. JOHN E. GORDON, farmer; P. O., West Mansfield; was born May 29, 1831, in Loudoun Co., Va.; is a son of .John W. and Elizabeth (Randall) Gordon, both of whom were natives of the Old Dominion State. Upon their arrival in this county they located upon the Darby, and afterwards removed to Champaign Co., where after about twelve years' residence, they moved to Adams, then to Clarke Co. .John, after attaining his majorit}^, began to "paddle his own canoe." In 1851, he was joined in wedlock to Barbara E. Keller, who was born in this township Jan. 16, 1834, and is a daughter of Frederick and Rachel (Skfdmore) Keller; she was a sister of Joseph and Daniel Skidmore. After John's marriage he located in Clarke Co., 111., but subsequently returned to the " Buckeye State," and in January, 1862, enlisted in Co. B, 13th Ohio Battery, but was afterwards transferred to the 14th Ohio, and was finally discharged on account of physical disability. He has since been a resident of Perry Tp., and engaged in farming. His farm was formerly a part of the Ban lis land. Of eight children born to him, seven are living - Joseph E., Rosa E., John E., Ranson D., Mary E., Robert F., and Charles A. Joseph E. is young and a useful teacher. Both Mr. Gordon and wife are members of the Free Will Baptist Church.

MILTON GREEN, farmer; P. O., East Liberty; born in Monroe Tp., Feb. 26, 1825. There were 13 children in the family, all of whom lived to be married. The first death that occurred in the family was after the person had attained the age of 40. Milton was the second of the family. His father's name was George R. Green, who immigrated to this State in 1809, stopping in Clarke Co. until the following year, and sfittled in what is now Logan Co., in Monroe Tp., on the Mackachack. Here he settled and was one of the staunch and true men of that early time. He was for several years engaged in the local work of the Methodist Church, and attended to his temporal alfairs as well. He died Sept. 7, 1862. His wife survived him until Mav 7, 1876. Milton lived a bachelor until he was 35. On Nov. 3, 1859, he was married to Mrs. Sarah Devore. She was a daughter of C. H. Austin; her mother was Rebecca Rav. They settled here on the farm where Mr. Green now lives. Here his wife was born, in 1831. They have six children - Lillie, Peony, Rosa, Rebecca, Delia May and Milton M. Mr. Green, like his ancestors, is true to Republican principles. He has 400 acres of land.

JOHN GWYNN, farmer; P. O., West Mansfield; was born Oct. 27, 1843, in Jefferson Tp., and was the fifth child of John and Glielraa (McMillen) Gwynn. In his2()th year, he enlisted in the 132d regiment, Co. T, O. N. G., and, serving out his term of enlistment, re-enlisted in Co. K, 88th O. V. I., and remained until the close of the war, receiving his discharge July 4, 1865; returning home, he engaged in farming. On Nov. 30, 1867, he was united by marriage to Ann Eliza Harriman, only daughter of Stephen and Harriet Harriman, who was born in this township in September, 1S42; they remained on the homo farm after marriage, until 1869, when they located on the pike, one mile west of Mansfield, their present place of residence, having

139^ acres of land; they have two interesting children - Minnie, born July 16, 1871, and Frank, July 27, 1875. He is a member of White Lodge, I. O. O. F., No. 576; both he and wife are members of the Methodist Episcopal Church.

HIRAM HARSHFIELD, farmer and stock raiser. One of the most prominent farmers in this township is Hiram Harshfield, who is prominently identified with the agricultural interests of this township; he was born in Richland Co., Oct. 23, 1834; his parents were David and Elizabeth (Beckley); the former was a native of Germany and emigrated to America to escape empressment in tlie army; he came to Virginia, and afterwards was married to Miss Beckley. The family emigrated to this State and located in Richland Co. Hiram was raised for farming pursuits, and remained with his parents until his marriage to Elizabeth Nash, which event occurred Oct. 23, 1866; she was born in Clinton Co., Ohio, Aug. 29, 1840, and is a daughter of John Nash, one of the highly respected citizens of this township. Five children have been born to them, who are - Estella, Orlando, Franklin, Omar and Pearl H. He and his wife are members of the Disciples Church. His farm, consisting of 875 acres, ranks among the best of the county, 300 acreS of which is under cultivation. Stock-raising is one of the interests in which he is engaged.