Pickaway County, Ohio - Chapter 31: Some Representative Men of the County, 1906 (part 15 of 17)

After his marriage, Mr. Clifton rented a farm for 13 years and then bought his present farm of 75. acres, of which a good part was in timber. He has cleared all but 17 acres, doing all the work himself. He has erected good substantial buildings on the place and it is now one of the best improved farms in the locality. Mr. Clifton has been a Democrat all his life and served one term as constable.

HARLES TRUMP, one of Jackson l| township's representative men and successful agriculturists, owns a total of 258 acres of valuable land here, 128 of which, located on the Mount Sterling turnpike, constitute his home place - one of the best improved farms in the central section of Pickaway County. Mr.

The parents of Mr. Trump were born in Wirttenburg, Germany, and both died in Pickaway County, Ohio, the father at. the age of 70 years and the mother aged 80 years. They had these children: Rosena, deceased in Mis-

Leonard, of Missouri; William, of Missouri; Charles, of this sketch; Martin, of Monroe township; Pauline, wife of Christ Schwartz, of Circleville; Carolina, wife of Leonard Bach, of Circleville; and Ludwig, of Cincinnati.

Charles Trump grew up on his father's farm in Germany and was Ig years of age when he accompanied his parents to America. A brother and sister of our subject had already crossed the Atlantic and were located in Pickaway County, Ohio, and this was the family's objective point when they took passage, in 1851, on the "Ernest," a trading vessel plying between Havre de Grace and New York. After 36 days on the ocean, a long trip on the canal and a drive of some miles, the newcomers reached Pickaway County and the family was again united. The father bought a farm of 100 acres in Washington township, within three miles of Circleville, on the old Lancaster road and an older brother of Charles took over its management. The latter hired out by the month but was soon stricken with a fever which incapacitated him for a time. After regaining his health he worked for two years in the neighborhood and for two more on the home farm and then married.

After his marriage, Mr. Trump rented a farm which he operated for three years and then went to Missouri to prospect, but soon returned, satisfied with the farming lands of Ohio. He continued to live on rented property until he was prepared to invest in land to his satisfaction. Some 34 years ago he purchased his present farm, which he has developed into one of the excellent farms and comfortable and attractive homes of the township. He owns a second farm which is somewhat larger, containing 130 acres, situated also on the Mount Sterling turnpike and in close proximity, but the two farms are different tracts of land, not adjoining. Mr. Trump is looked upon as one of the township's capitalists as well as valued citizens.

On March 1, 1855, Mr. Trump was married to Frances Figlesthaler, who was born in Baden, Germany, January 24, 1833, and is a daughter of Francis and Katherine (Hartz) Figlesthaler, who spent their lives in Baden. Mrs. Trump emigrated to America in 1853, coming alone. Eight children were born to this marriage, as follows: Elizabeth, wife of George Gerhardt, of Madison County, Ohio; William, of Jackson township; Albert, living at home; Rosena, wife of Frank Brown, of Darbyville; Emma, living at home; August, an electrician, of Columbus; Amelia, living at home; and Carl, of Jackson fownship.

Mr. Trump has always supported the Democratic party. He has been one of the township's most useful men and for two years was supervisor. He is a member of the Lick Run Lutheran Church.

a] V. COURTRIGHT, M..D., who is | numbered with the successful physicians and surgeons at Circleville, was born in this city on the 4th of July, 1875, and is a son of the late Dr. Alva P. Courtright.

Dr. Alva P. Courtright was born in Pickaway County, Ohio, the family having been settled here for several generations. For a number of years he was one of the leading medical practitioners in this part of the State. He was one of the early physicians here, almost a pioneer in the profession and through a long, busy and useful life built up a reputation for skill second to none of his competitors.

Dr. D. V. Courtright, by choice and heredity, is a physician and surgeon. He was reared in a medical atmosphere and his father's surgery remains among his earliest recollections. After graduating from the Circleville High School, in 1893, he spent one year at Miami University, and then went to Starling Medical College, Columbus, where he was graduated in

March, 1897. He immediately became an interne under Dr. Hamilton, at the Mount Carmel Hospital, where he remained three years and was then called to Circleville by the death of his father. Since then he has continued in the active practice of medicine and surgery here and is held in the highest esteem by his fellow-citizens, both personally and professionally. He belongs to the Columbus Academy of Medicine, Ohio State Medical Society and American Medical Association.

In 1901 Dr. Courtright was united in marriage with Nellie L. Straw, who is a daughter of the late David Straw, of Carey, Ohio, who at the time of his death was one of the capitalists and prominent men of Wyandot County. Two children have been born to the above marriage, viz.: Alva Vattier and David Straw. The family belong to the Presbyterian Church and Dr. Courtright is a member of the board of trustees. ;

OHN C. STEVENSON, a prominent agriculturist and leading citizen of Jackson township, residing on his fine estate of 240 acres, 'known as the Darst farm, situated on Goosepond

John Stevenson, father of John C., was born in County Down, Ireland, November 13, 1823, and was a son of Alexander and Mary Stevenson, who had eight children, three of whom came to America. Mr. Stevenson remained in his own land until he was 25 years of age and then decided to make Ohio his home, locating in Pickaway County in the vicinity of Circleville, where he worked for five years at the coopering business and also on farms at a wage of $6 a month. During this period he saved $500 and with it he returned to Ireland and was married. ~

At the time that gold was first. discovered in Australia, Mr. Stevenson prepared to go to that far-away country in search of fortune and subsequently located at Melbourne, where he worked first on the city docks and later secured work in the gold mines 100 miles inland. At first he worked for others but soon saw his opportunity, invested in mining properties of his own, which he later operated with some success. His greatest source of income, however, was in his provisioning of the mines. He bought wagons and horses and carried provisions long distances from Melbourne to the mines, being able to sell almost at his own prices. With some capital he then returned to Circleville, Ohio, accompanied. by his wife and three children. He bought 72 acres of land on the Island, this being the nucleus of his later fortune in realty, and continued to live on it for 25 years. In the meantime he kept on buying land and acquired 400 acres and his wife acquired 200 acres. His death occurred October 14, 1902.

In 1853 John Stevenson married Jane Morehead, who was also born in County Down, Ireland - one day before the birth of her husband. She survived him almost two years, dying May 8, 1904. The seven children who survived infancy were: Alexander, who died December 4, 1905, aged 52 years; Mattie M., a resident of Columbus, who is taking a pleasure trip to Australia; Hamilton, a resident of San Francisco, California; Maggie, who died aged seven years; John C., of this sketch; Jennie, who is the wife of Rev. Richard Watt, of Ceylon, Minnesota; and Elizabeth, who is accompanying her sister to Australia.

John C, Stevenson, our immediate subject, was reared in Circleville township until he had passed his majority and remained with his parents on the farm on the Chillicothe turnpike for several years, then spent two years on a farm near Circleville. After selling this property, he went on a farm in Wayne township which his mother had purchased and there he continued to live for 11 years. It was a tract of 200 acres and he operated it with great success. During this time he married. Later he bought a farm of 177 acres at Fox, his first purchase, and he still retains this farm.

Some eight years ago Mr. Stevenson purchased his present farm and moved on it in the following year. It contains 240 acres and is well improved with good buildings, including a commodious and comfortable residence. It is situated five miles northwest of Circleville.

Mr. Stevenson, in addition to the lands mentioned, has charge of his parents' estate, which has not been settled. He has in charge 153 acres in Circleville township, left to the three sons; 100 acres on the Columbus turnpike in Circleville township, left to his sister; a onesixth interest in 160 acres in Pickaway township; a one-sixth interest in 200 acres in Wayne township; and also manages 408 acres that belong to his sisters Martha and Elizabeth; and in addition is administrator for his brother Mr. Stevenson thus has control of 1,595 acres, of which he owns a considerable portion. He personally operates his homestead and rents the rest for raising grain. There is a sparkling spring of water on his land, which is known as the Darst spring.

On January 17, 1893, Mr. Stevenson was married to Callie M. Barnes, who was born near New Lexington, Ohio, and is a daughter of Arza R. and Barbara Barnes, natives of Ohio. Mr. and Mrs. Stevenson have six children, viz.: John Beryl, Frank Earl, Grace H., George Bruce, Howard Newell and Eugene Morehead. Both Mr. and Mrs. Stevenson are members of the Presbyterian Church.

A strong Republican all his life, Mr. Stevenson takes a great amount of interest in the success of his party. He has served three years as township trustee and is known as one of the most reliable men of his locality, in business, in political and in private life. The large interests he represents are indeed in good hands.

resentative citizen of Monroe town- 'ship, president of the Board of Education and a large farmer and stockraiser, owns 372 acres of excellent land in one of the best sections of the township. He was born in Monroe township, on an

Early in the settlement of Ross County, Ohio, came Daniel Dennis and wife Nancy, from Maryland. They settled in the forest, which at that time was so dense that clearings had to be made before the first steps could be taken looking to cultivation of the land. Ata later date he sold the Ross County farm to his son Henry and purchased a large farm in Monroe township, Pickaway County, where he died in 1877. His first wife died in Ross County. After he settled in Monroe township, he married Mary Hess, who still survives and resides with two of the children - Effie and George W. - on the farm of 110 acres left her children by Daniel Dennis, at the time of his death. The eldest of his daughters by this marriage, Josephine, who is the wife of Albert L. Shockly, a farmer of Darby township, also shared in the inheritance.

The children of Daniel Dennis' first marriage were: David H., father of our subject; Henry, who married Clarissa Smith - he purchased and later sold his father's old home in Ross County, and died in Monroe township; Millie, deceased, who married (first) Charles Evans, and (second) Robert Timmons; Mary, who married Felix Grindol and lives at Hammond, Illinois; Bettie, deceased, who was the wife of John Dennis; Peggie, deceased, who was the wife of Elijah Dennis; and Nancy, deceased, who was the wife of John Mulnix.

David H. Dennis, father of: our subject, was born November 21, 1826, in Ross County, Ohio, and was only a boy when he accompanied his father to Pickaway County. His education was secured in the old log school houses, which were the best afforded at the time, and he grew up his father's helper on the farm. After his marriage he settled on the farm on which our subject was born and which now belongs to our subject's sister, Mrs. Samantha Hill. For many years a rough log house sufficed for a residence. Dennis.tore down the log cabin and on the opposite side of the road built a comfortable frame residence. He still lives in Monroe township, where he has long had a reputation as a successful farmer and stock-raiser. He owns 211 acres of land situated jointly in Monroe and Muhlenberg townships. He was bereft of his wife on April 29, 1901, after a happy married life of many years.

To David H. Dennis and his wife, Winnie Funk, were born the following children: Nancy, who married Charles Downs and lives in Monroe township near Five Points, on what is known as the Noah Cardiff farm, which her husband owns; Sarah Jane, who married C. B, Mitchell and lives east of Five Points in Monroe township ; William T., now owning and _ operating the old William McCafferty farm in Monroe township, who married Rhoda Hatfield; David G., who married (first) Harriet Hanson and (second) Dora Wing and lives on a part of what was once a section of the Florence estate in Muhlenberg township, along Dry Run; Richard Tipton, the subject of this sketch ; and Samantha, wife of Seth Hill, of Monroe township.

Richard T. Dennis enjoyed oxeeiiont educational advantages and is one of the bestinformed and intelligent men in Monroe township. He was an apt pupil in the district schools and also ambitious. In 1881 he entered the normal school at Lebanon, Ohio, and in 1883 took the teacher's special course and secured his certificate. Mr. Dennis then took up teaching as a profession and for the following 21 years taught school in Pickaway County, his time being divided partially thus: First in Deer Creek township, then two years in the graded schools at Darbyville, five years in the Pherson district in Muhlenberg township, six years at Five Points, and several years in the schools of his own neighborhood. "During this time' Mr. Dennis may have been the cause of a very general remark, that Monroe township turned out more capable teachers than any other township in the State. The fact is that he took such deep interest in his educational labors that he inspired the young to added effort and, with his encouragement and thorough training, well educated young men and women went out from under his care and many of them found educational work awaiting them Probably if a census was taken of the teachers who are now successfully filling positions in the township, it would be found that a large per cent. have been under Mr. Dennis' instruction. This face must be very gratifying to so thorough an educator as he. From 1888 to 1891, Mr. Dennis served as county school examiner under appointment from Hon. Daniel J. Myers, judge of probate.

On December 29, 1887, Mr. Dennis. was married to Elvira Adkins, who was born May 7, 1866, in Monroe township, Pickaway County, Ohio, and comes of an old pioneer family of the State. Her parents, George W. and Louisa (Walstor) Adkins, reside near Five Points. The other members of their family, exclusive of Mrs. Dennis, are: Stanton, residing near Five Points, who married Josie Corkwell; Harry, living in Darby township, who married Carrie Neff; Elizabeth, who is the wife of G. W. Winfough, a merchant at Five Points; Gertrude, who is the wife of Harry Long, of Five Points; and Etta, who resides with her parents.

Mr. and Mrs. Dennis have five children, namely: Fern, born October 13, 1888; Gladys, born August 12, 1890; Nita, born April 15, 1894; Eunice Pearl, born August 24, 1901; and Carl Richard, born .December 8, 1903. The family belong to the Methodist Episcopal Church. ;

Mr. Dennis has all his large body of land in one tract, most favorably located -along the Williamsport and Era road and the Mount Sterling and Darbyville turnpike. He purchased 215 acres of this farm from Isaac Col: lins, 43 acres from his sister, Mrs. Mitchell, 45 acres from the John McCafferty property and secured the rest from his father. It is all rich land, well adapted to both the growing of corn, oats and wheat and to the extensive raising of cattle, horses, sheep and hogs. The family residence, a commodious frame dwelling of IO rooms, occupies a conspicuous place on the farm and presents the appearance ofan attractive, comfortable home. Various improvements have been added at various times and modern ideas have been generally followed.

terest in local good government. He served as township treasurer from 1900 to 1906 and in 1904 was elected school director of his district and president of the Board of Education. Scarcely any citizen of Monroe township stands in higher esteem.

valuable farm of 72 acres in Washington township, was born on this farm on November 26, 1831, and belongs to an old pioneer family of this He is a son of Benjamin and Elizasection.

Benjamin Bolender was born in Pennsylvania and came to Pickaway County at the age of 22 years. He married Elizabeth Leist, who was a daughter of Andrew Leist, and their lives were spent as farmers in Washington township.

John Bolender was reared and educated in Pickaway County, his schooling being obtained partly in the old log schoolhouse near his home. It was not unusual, in his young manhood, for stockmen to drive their cattle to Eastern markets and in 1850 he took a lot of cattle, driving them all the way to Baltimore, Maryland. He set out on the 6th of March, safely reached his destination with his cattle and returned more at ease, utilizing the steamboat and stage coach and reaching home on June 28th.

In 1852 Mr. Bolender was married to Sophia Stepelton, who died in 1863, the mother of six children, of whom three died in infancy. The survivors are: Isaac, who is in the grocery business: at Circleville; Eliza Ann, who married S. E. Valentine; and Noah, who lives on apart of the home farm. Mr. Bolender married (second) Susan Leist, a daughter of John D. Leist. Nine children were born to this union, namely: Lydia A., the widow of the late James Martin Riffle, of Pickaway township; Henry, who resides at home; George, who married Eda Glick and lives in Wayne township; Lucy, who married William H. Stout; Ida, who lives at home; Charles, .

but sold 33 acres to his son Noah. In 1882 he built the present commodious brick residénce which adorns the farm. For the past 32 years he has been a member of the township School Board. He enjoys the distinction of having lived longer on one farm than any man in the township. He has seen the country develop and has done his part in promoting public improvements and in adding to the general prosperity of this section. For years he has been a leading member of the Evangelical Association, is one of the trustees and at various times has been one of the stewards. As one of the representative men of this locality, Mr. Bolender is held in general esteem. His portrait accompanies this sketch.

mea LIAM BYRON FREDERICK, fan excellent farmer and representative citizen of Wayne township, belongs to one of the oldest and most prominent families of this section of the State. Mr. Frederick was born in Salt Creek township, Pickaway County, Ohio, February 19, 1867, and is a son of William and Sophia (Bookwalter) Frederick.

Peter Frederick, the grandfather of William B. Frederick, was one of the earliest settlers in this county. By trade he was a cabinetmaker and farmer and was probably of German descent. He married Katherine Zimmerman and they reared two children. On the maternal side the grandparents of Mr. Frederick were also old and well-known settlers, Henry and Salome Bookwalter. The father of Mr. Frederick lived until February.5, 1906, the mother having passed away in 1892.

Mr. Frederick's life has been almost entirely devoted to agricultural pursuits. He is now operating the farm of his father-in-law - a tract of 333 acres in Wayne township.

physician of Circleville. They have three children, viz.: Harold Edward, born June 28, 1898; Leland Miesse, born Noember 17, 1900; and William Byron, Jr., born July 28, 1905. Mr. and Mrs. Frederick belong to the Mount Pleasant Methodist Episcopal Church. Mr. Frederick is a good citizen and takes an interest in all that concerns his township. He served for three years as a member of the School Board.

HOSS NEFF, of the younger generation 4} of prominent agriculturists, comes of a family well known and thoroughly respected in Pickaway County. He is the owner of 180 acres of valuable land in Darby. township, divided into two bodies. The home farm, which he bought from the Mitchell heirs in 1899, comprises 121 acres; the other tract of 59 acres he purchased in the spring of 1905.

Our subject is a son of Isaac V. S. and Sarah Malinda (Neff) Neff, and a grandson, on the paternal side, of Elijah and Mary A. (Powell) Neff and, on the maternal side, of Absalom and Sarah (Reay) Neff. The grandparents on both sides came to Ohio from Virginia. Seven children were born to Elijah and Mary A. (Powell) Neff, as follows: William, deceased; Isaac V. S., father of our subject, who died on the 14th of June, 1892; James, deceased ; three girls who died in infancy; and George S. W., who married Elizabeth Powell and, with his wife, is living in Darby township.

Isaac V. S. Neff was born in Virginia and when 14 years of age came to Ohio with his father. The latter''purchased 212 acres of land where George S. W. Neff, the uncle of our subject, now resides. Isaac V. S, Neff lived at home until he married Sarah Malinda Neff, daughter of Absalom Neff,-who also had migrated from Virginia. Five children were born to this union, viz.: Mary Jane, who died when a child; Ada, who died in 1885, and William, who died in 1894; Ross; and Catherine, who died when an infant.

ruary 28, 1900, he was married to Effa May Murphy, daughter of W. F. Murphy, of Derby. Besides herself, there were four children in the family of Mrs. Neff's parents - George, now deceased, who married Emma Neff; Joseph, also deceased, whose wife was Molly McKinley ; Charles, who married Clara Dennison; and Sally, wife of Abraham J. Dennison.

Mr. Neff is identified with the Knights of Pythias and attends the Methodist Episcopal Church. Although still comparatively a young man, he already is placed in the ranks of the reliable and progressive citizens of the township.

NIAMUEL DUNKEL, one of the most substantial farmers and respected citizens in Pickaway County, is the owner of 330 acres in Walnut township, comprising the home farm, and 185 acres in Circleville township. lived in this locality ever since he was an infant, or for a period of more than 83 years, and has had the reputation for years of raising the best wheat in the county.

Our subject was born in Salt Creek township, this county, on the 23rd of February, 1823, and is a son of Jacob and Mary (Markel) Dunkel.. His parents were both natives of Berks County, Pennsylvania, and were married in Salt Creek township, Pickaway County. When Samuel was only about a month old, they removed from Salt Creek to Circleville township, where the lad developed into manhood. On March 26, 1862, he was married to Susanna Berger, daughter of Henry Berger, by whom he has had four children. The first born, Elvina, is the wife of William H. Lathouse; they live on the family homestead with their six children - Shirley, Flossie, Homer, Clara, Mary and Florence. Mr. Dunkel's second child died unnamed. Lydia, the third, died single, in September, 1901, aged 30.

years attended and was graduated from Heidelberg University, at Tiffin, Ohio. He then took up theological studies at the McCormick Theological Seminary, Chicago. While a student at the latter institution, Mr. Dunkel's mother (the wife of our subject) passed away, April 23, 1895, and he thereupon discontinued his course. In the following year, however, he entered the theological department of Princeton University, where he continued for two years. He married Lulu Baker and he is the father of one child, Wilbur Dwight.

In 1864, two years after his marriage, our subject moved from Circleville township to Walnut township, and in 1868 erected the large and handsome brick residence still occupied by him. His homestead comprises a finely improved farm, devoted chiefly to wheat, corn and clover. Mr. Dunkel has taken little interest in politics, but has served as township trustee, having been elected on the Democratic ticket. In religious matters, however, he has always been deeply concerned. He is a stanch member of the Reformed Church, and has served as an elder of that organization for a period of 40 years.

A. PETERS, whose fine farm of 260 B| acres is located in both Pickaway and Fairfield counties, and whose comfortable and attractive home is situated in Walnut township, Pickaway County, is one of the leading men of this section. Mr. Peters was.born in Walnut township, Pickaway County, Ohio, August 14, 1852, and is a son of A. A. and Famah (Swisher) Peters.

A. A. Peters, the subject of this sketch, was one year old when his parents settled on the homestead farm in Walnut township he now owns and occupies. He has lived here until the present time. His father erected the comfortable and commodious residence and it has been still further improved by our subject. Here he spent his boyhood and attended the district schools, and on these broad acres he was trained to be a practical farmer. In addition to managing this large body of land, Mr. Peters, for years, has efficiently discharged the duties of public office, having, on numerous occasions, been elected as the choice of the Republican party. He served one term of three years as county commissioner, retiring in the fall of 1905, declining a re-election. He has been township trustee for two terms and has always taken an active part in all movements looking to the adancement of the township's interests. For 12 years he served as a director of Reber Hill Cemetery, giving careful attention to the duties pertaining to this office.

Mr. Peters was married (first) to Emma Brobst, who was a daughter of David Brobst. She died some two and a half years after marriage, leaving no issue. Mr. Peters was married (second) to Olive Meeker, who passed away one year later, leaving no children. Mr. Peters was married a third time, to Elizabeth Stein, who was a daughter of David Stein. Mrs. Peters died September 14, 1905, the mother of four children, viz.: Annie, who married Frank Glick, a successful attorney at Columbus and has had three children - Helen and an infant, deceased, and Dudley; Chester, who resides at home; David, who died aged seven months; and Mary, who lives at home.

RANK N. BOWMAN, a well-known Al citizen of Darbyville, who has been in the undertaking'business here for the past 12 years, was born in Frederick County, Virginia, November 8, 1862, and is a son of Conrad and Ruth (Ritter) Bowman.

Conrad Bowman was born in Germany, in 1829, and was nine years old when he accompanied his widowed mother to Virginia. He married in Virginia and lived in that State until 1864, when he came to Pickaway County, Ohio. His wife was born in Virginia and died in Monroe township, Pickaway County, at the age of 54 years. Of the family of eight sons and two daughters born to them, Frank N. was the fifth in order of birth.

and located in Deer Creek township. He lived on the home farm until he was 21 years of age and secured his education in the public schools. About this time Mr. Bowman made a trip to the West and spent about three and a half years in Washington, Oregon and along the Pacific Coast, handling stock in partnership with his brother, D. W. Bowman. After his return and marriage, he located at New Holland and conducted a grocery business for six years and then removed to Darbyville and opened an undertaking business. In May, 1904, he established an undertaking establishment at Mount Sterling and conducts both, his duties requiring all of his time. At first he conducted a hotel and grocery in addition to his main business but closed out those interests. Prior to returning from the West, he disposed of a farm of 320 acres he owned there. He owns property at Darbyville and at Mount Sterling, dwellings and offices at both points and is what may be termed "on Easy street."

On November 24, 1887, Mr. Bowman was married to. Sotie N. Stinson, who was born in Pickaway County, Ohio, and is a daughter of Hugh and Roxanna (Dick) Stinson, natives of Pickaway County. They have one son, Avery

Mr. Bowman has been a lifelong Democrat. He served three years as township trustee and was elected by a majority of 66 votes, although in a Republican district. He has served a number of times as a delegate to conventions. He is a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church at Darbyville. Fraternally he belongs to the Odd Fellows lodge at Atlanta and to the Modern Woodmen of America Camp at Darbyville.

eIAPT. WILLIAM B. DAVIS, one of Williamsport's most successful business men, a veteran of the Civil War and a worthy representative of one of the old and honored families of Pickaway County, was born at Williamsport, Pickaway County, Ohio, March 15, 1844, and is a son of Ebenezer S. and Sedanay (McFarland) Davis. Elsewhere in this work will be found extended mention of the late Ebenezer S. Davis, who for years was closely identified with all the important interests of Williamsport and vicinity.

William.B. Davis was reared at Williamsport and attended the schools of the village, scarcely completing his education when he offered his services, as a youth of 17 years, to defend his country from disruption. On November 11, 1861, he enlisted as a private soldier in Company E, 73rd Reg., Ohio Vol. Inf., and served continuously until the close of the war, although confined for one year in a hospital, recuperating from honorable wounds received in gallant action. His mettle was that of a true soldier as his: rapid promotions show, these in order being as follows: Corporal, December 30, 1861; sergeant, November 1, 1862; orderly sergeant, March 11, 1863; sergeant major, May 1, 1864; Ist lieutenant, September 8, 1864; captain, February 10,1865. He was detached as acting adjutant of the regiment, April 1, 1865, and as assistant inspector general of the Second Brigade, Temporary Division, 14th Army Corps, June 17, 1865. On the terrible field of Gettysburg, July 2, 1863, he was wounded by an exploding shell, and at Dallas, Georgia, he received a serious gunshot wound in his right leg. For one whole year these injuries made it necessary for him to remain in a hospital, where he endured almost mortal suffering, but the memory of this did not prevent his re-enlisting as soon as released. His second enlistment was on January 1, 1864, at Lookout Valley, Tennessee, and he was finally mustered out at Louisville, Kentucky, July 20, 1865. ;

Captain Davis' long service" necessarily caused his participation in a-large number of the most- important battles of the Civil War, and among these may be mentioned: Mc- Dowell; Cross Keys; Freeman's Ford; Waterloo Bridge; Second Bull Run, where the brave 73rd Ohio lost 144 men in killed and wounded, while 20 were taken prisoners and but 148 were left for service;. Fredericksburg; Chancellorsvill; Gettysburg; Raccoon Ridge, having in the meantime, been transferred to General

Hooker's command at Chattanooga. It was in this engagement that the regiment so distinguished itself that General Hooker, in making his report, used these words: ''No troops ever rendered more brilliant service, driving three times their number from the entrenchments." Then came Mission Ridge; the siege of Knoxville; Buzzards' Roost; Resaca; Cassville; Dallas; Sherman's march to the sea; siege of Savannah; Averysboro and Bentonville. . The army then marched north to Washington and took part in the magnificent review, after which the banners were furled, the tattered remnants of many telling the story of the conflicts through which they had been borne, and the gallant survivors of the great Civil War returned to peaceful pursuits. Captain Davis revisited Washington in 1902 and, with many of his old comrades in attendance upon the great national encampment, again marched through the historic streets of the Capital.

Upon his return in 1865 to Williamsport, Captain Davis was in partnership for a time with his father in conducting a general store and when his father retired continued the business until 1882. He then moved to Washington Court House, Ohio, and became traveling representative of a hardware house and continued in-this line until 1902. He then located permanently at Williamsport and established his present general hardware store. Mr. Davis carries here a very complete stock of goods in his line and commands a very satisfactory trade.

Captain Davis was married in 1866 to Melvina Harmount, who was born in Tuscarawas County, Ohio, and is a daughter of John Harmount, who came to Pickaway County prior to the Civil War. Of the two children born to this marriage, but one survives, Maude, who is the wife of Henry E. Edwards, of Washington Court House. Mr. and Mrs. Edwards have two children: Davis and William Henry.

Politically Captain Davis is a stanch Republican. He belongs to Heber Lodge, No. 501, F.& A. M., of which he was the organizer and first master; of R. B. Hayes Post, G. A. R., of Washington Court House; -of Fayette Council, No. 168, U. C. T.; and of the Ohio State Hardware Association.

maiRA REICHELDERFER, formerly § | «county commissioner of Pickaway County, and a prominent citizen of Salt Creek township, resides in section 23, where the Reichelderfer family has owned a quarter-section of land for several generations. Here he was born, on December 29, 1842, being a son of Samuel and Sarah Reichelderfer.

The Reichelderfer family originated in Holland. For many years it has been one of agricultural importance in Pennsylvania and been known in Ohio since 1805, when John Reichelderfer entered land in Salt Creek township, Pickaway County, from the government. He was the great-grandfather of our subject, and his farm has been handed down from father to son ever since.. Samuel Reichelderfer was born in Salt Creek township and: was a son of Henry Reichelderfer, who was born in Pennsylvania. The family has always been noted for the production of fine farmers and our subject is nO exception to the rule. He has always lived on his present farm and since it came into his hands he has continued to make many substantial improvements.

On May 10, 1868, Mr. Reichelderfer was united in marriage with Missouri Dillon, who was born at Adelphi, Ohio, and is a daughter of John Dillon, formerly of Ross County. Mr. and Mrs. Reichelderfer have these children: Harry D., of Circleville; Florence, wife of Jamés Kittsmiller, of Logan, Ohio; Ettie B. and Annie, both at home; Fannie, widow of Lewis Riggins, residing with her father; Charles F., of Laurelville; and Jennie, Freder- 1h Fe, Grace and Gladys, all at home.

Mr. Reichelderfer is one of the prominent Democrats of the southeastern section of Pickaway County and, as a man of standing, has been very frequently chosen by his party and elected by his fellow-citizens to offices of responsibility. For three years he served as trustee of Salt Creek township, for several years was assessor and for two successive terms served as a county Commissioner of Pickaway County. In Ohio this is a very responsible and important county office. During two years of his terms of service. Mr. Reichelderfer was

Mr. Reichelderfer is an old member of the Lutheran Church at Tarlton and is liberal in contributing to its support. Formerly he was active in the Independent Order of Odd Fellows. He is well known as a good citizen and honest, intelligent, upright man, all over Pickaway County, where he can count his business and political friends by the score.

AIEWIS C. ODAFFER, a prosperous @} and respected agriculturist who occupies a valuable farm of 350 acres in Harrison township about half a mile northwest of Ashville, was born near Tarlton, in Fairfield County, Ohio, on the 30th of April, 1855. He is a son of John and Elizabeth (Camp) Odaffer. When an infant of one year he was brought by his parents to Washington township, Pickaway County. They were good, industrious people, well-known members of the Presbyterian Church and Lewis C. Odaffer was brought up in the healthful discipline of farm labors and taught to think for himself. When the young man moved to Pickaway township in 1879 he was a thoroughly trained farmer and stock-raiser, and was well prepared to establish a home of his own and commence an assured career of honorable usefulness.

In 1880 Mr. Odaffer was married (first) to Lina Hosler, daughter of Daniel E. Hosler, of Washington township, Pickaway County. Their daughter, Maud, was reared in Kansas by her grandparents and married Barton Brewer, a resident of Lyon County, that State. Mrs. Lina Odaffer died in 1881, and in March, 1889, our subject married as his second wite Ann Rader, daughter of James and Mary (Shock) Rader. His present wife is a native of Pike County, Ohio, but as she was reared in Pickaway County she' is closely identified with this section of the State. James Rader, who was a native of Pike County, Ohio, moved to Pickaway County in 1875 and died on his farm in Pickaway township April 17, 1902, aged 62 years. His wife, also a native of Pike County, Ohio, died on the home farm in Pickaway township June 12, 1891, at the age of 50 years,

Mr. and Mrs. Odaffer are the parents of two sons: Harold, born March 17, 1890; and Ray, born November 8, 1898. Both are attending school at Ashville.

The father of our subject, John Odaffer, was born May 16, 1818, and died November 4, 1905, at the advanced age of 87 years. His widow, at the age of 72, is living with her three sons, (who have never married) in Lyon County, Kansas, where they are engaged in farming and_ stockraising. In the order of their birth the chil- » dren of James and Elizabeth (Camp) Odaffer are: William Allen, Lewis C. (our subject), Charles and Arthur Clinton.

Since 1903, Lewis C. Odaffer has been the owner of his present fine property, which was formerly known as the Morris farm. Since it came into his possession it has been greatly improved and now gives ample evidence of the energy, thrift and industry which have marked the entire course of Mr. Odaffer's life. He is a Democrat in politics, but only takes the interest of a faithful, intelligent citizen.

EORGE J. McMULLEN, one of Circleville's successful men of business and the senior member of the wellknown hardware firm of G. J. Mc- Mullen & Son, was born in this city in 1845, and is a son of Robert J. McMullen, one of the early settlers in Pickaway County, of Scotch descent.

Mr. McMullen was reared and educated at Circleville, where in 1870 he embarked in a hardware business with a partner, the firm name being Hoffman & McMullen. This partnership continued for 16 years and then Mr. McMullen bought his present place of business and continued under the name of the McMullen Hardware Company. Later a nephew, W. M. Murray, was admitted to the firm and remained five years. In 1899 Mr. McMullen took into partnership his son Roy and the present firm style of G. J. McMullen & Son was adopted. This is one of the large business enterprises of the city. The firm deals in all kinds of hardware, furnishing goods and mantels and also does expert plumbing and gas fitting. In his son, our subject has an energetic, progressive partner who keeps fully posted on all matters concerning hardware and at all times the house is ready to meet competition.

In 1868 Mr. McMullen was united in marriage with Martha J. Flohr, and they have three children - Fannie, Grace M. and Roy, The last, named is in business with his father as mentioned above. The eldest daughter is the wife of O. S. Howard, who is in the furniture Grace M., a very talented and highly educated lady, a graduate of the Circleville schools and of Delaware University, was superintendent of the Girls' Industrial Home for five years. At that time she had the distinction of being the only superintendent in the State, of her sex. The family belong to the Methodist Episcopal Church, in which Mr. McMullen has for years been a trustee and a steward.

Mr. McMullen has always been an active man in public matters and has served as a member of the City Council. He is one of the directors of the First National Bank of Circleville. Fraternally he belongs to the Royal Arcanum and to the Independent Order of Odd Fellows and in the latter organization he has served for 22 consecutive years as treasurer.

me ILLIAM HENRY HOTT, a repre- Hh} sentative business man of Ashville, manager of the Hott Bakery and a veteran of the Civil War, was born in Walnut township, Pickaway County, Ohio, September 16, 1847, and is a son of William and Sarah (Whitesel) Hott, natives of Virginia and Pennsylvania respectively. William Hott, who was a son of Henry Hott, a native of Virginia, was born October

23, 1809, and was one year old when he was taken by his parents to Ohio, his. father settling in Walnut township, Pickaway County, near the village of Ashbrooks, now known as Ashville. Here William Hott was reared to manhood and educated and here he learned the rudiments of farming. On April 30, 1829, he married Sarah Whitesel, who was born April 29, 1809, and at once went to farming on his own account. Eleven children were born to Mr. and Mrs. Hott, as follows: John H., deceased, who was born January 29, 1830, and died June 13, 1887; Mary (Resler), born September 10, 1831; Catherine, born January 29, 1834, who died'in infancy; Susannah (Hott), born March 1, 1836; Eliza Jane, born April 27, 1838, who died September 11, 1839; Mathias, born July 27, 1839; Sarah M. (Harkleroad), born September 12, 1841, who died June 25, 1905; Julia Ann (Green), born January 6, 1845, who died March 4, 1881; Elizabeth (Wheaton), born January 6, 1846, who died September 7, 1885; William Henry, the subject of this sketch, and Milton T., born June 25, 1852. Three of the sons - John H., Mathias and William Henry - fought for the preservation of the Union in the Civil War. William Hott was a faithful member of the United Brethren Church, in which he was a class leader for many years and also Sundayschool superintendent for an extensive period. In politics he was first a Whig and then a Republican. His wife's death occurred February 12, 1865, while his own took place nearly 16 years later, on February 9, 1881.

William H. Hott continued to live at home on his father's farm until he was 17 years old, when, in 1864, he enlisted (under the name William Hott) for service in the Civil War for one year, becoming a member of Company A, 193rd Reg., Ohio Vol. Inf. Mr. Hott was mustered in at Circleville and then proceeded to Camp Chase where the regiment was formed. After a short time the regiment was sent to Harper's Ferry and thence to Stephenson, where Mr. Hott rejoined it, having been left behind on account of an attack of measles. Later he was detailed as orderly of the court martial at Winchester, Virginia, where he con- tinued to serve until he was mustered out on August 4, 1865. He received his pay and final discharge at Camp Chase. After his return from the army he engaged in various lines of business, but his principal line of work was following the carpenter's trade. On September 16, 1898 he established the Hott Bakery at Ashville of which he is the present manager.

On October 7, 1872, Mr. Hott was married to Mary A. Smith, daughter of Joseph and Christina (Metzger) Smith, to which union were born six children, namely: Frank H., born May 20, 1873; Milton M., born March 19, 1883; Earl S., born January 1, 1892, and three who died in infancy. The eldest son is a resident of Ashville where he represents the C. H. Bloomstrom Motor Company of Detroit and the Forest City Motor Company of Massillon, Ohio. He married Lola E. Tanquay and they have three children: Alice, Eugene and Lois. Milton M., the second son, also a resident of Ashville, is engaged in the bakery business. He married Anna Agnes Hay.

William H. Hott is a Democrat in politics and has filled some minor offices. He was tax collector in Pickaway County for several years and served as councilman of Ashville at the time the town was organized and for several subsequent years. He is a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church. He is one of the best known members of the W. H. Morral Post, No. 167, G. A. R., of Ashville, of which he is-a charter member and in which he has filled almost all of the offices from commander down. Mr. Hott draws a monthly pension of $30 from the government on account of an affection of his eyes and throat, brought about by the measles he had in the army.

MAMES MARTIN RIFFLE. The death of James Martin Riffle, which occurred suddenly, as the result of an accident, on October 3, 1900, removed from Pickaway township one of its best citiizens and brought sorrow into a happy home and deep regret to a community in which he was most highly esteemed. Mr. Riffle was

Sylvester Riffle was born in Northumberland County, Pennsylvania, January 7, 1834, and is a son of Martin and Martha (Beavers) Riffle. They were pioneers to Perry County, Ohio, where they settled when Sylvester was 11 years old. He remained at home until his 18th year and then started out to make his own way in the world. He took up his residence in Pickaway County and for many years was a farmer in Pickaway township. This venerable citizen still resides in his home near Thatcher, in Pickaway township. His wife died a number of years ago.

James M. Riffle was reared in Pickaway township and obtained hi education in the district schools. Throughout life he added to his general knowledge by a liberal course of reading, always being interested in what was. going on in the outside world as well as in local circles, and he also gave time and attention to the study of the Scriptures. He engaged in farming for a number of years but during the last nine years of life he worked at the carpenter's trade in connection with his agricultural duties. But a few days prior to his death, he had removed his family to his own farm, from that of Noah Weaver, in Washington 'township, which he had operated the previous year. His death was caused by his team becoming frightened by a railroad freight engine, while he was preparing to deliver a load of corn at an elevator in Circleville. On February 5, 1886, Mr. Riffle was married to Lydia A. Bolender, who was born January 27, 1864, in Washington township, Pickaway County,.Ohio, and is a daughter of John and Susan (Leist) Bolender, both ' parents being natives of Washington township. The maternal grandfather, John D. Leist, was a very early settler of Pickaway County. The paternal grandfather was Benjamin Bolender, a pioneer of Washington township. The family and its connections belong to the best old stock of the county. Mr. Riffle is survived by his widow and five daughters and one son, viz. :

A., Susan R. and Lydia B. Mr. Riffle was a consistent member of St. Paul's Evangelical Church, .the pastor of which, Rev. A. E Wright, conducted the impressive services. at his funeral. The beautiful sermon preached was from the appropriate text: "Whereas ye know not what shall be on the morrow, for what is your life? It is even a vapor that appeareth for a little while and then vanisheth away." The Foresters and Modern Woodmen of America attended the burial of their beloved comrade, the former organization having charge of the details. Attended by the largest concourse of people gathered on such an occasion in this locality, for many years, the remains were tenderly laid away in the peace and quiet of the Hitler-Ludwig Cemetery.

Mr. Riffle had been an industrious, prudent man and left a good farm of 56 acres to his family, on which they still reside. Mrs. Riffle is a member of the same church to which her husband belonged. She has a wide circle of acquaintances and many friends. The late James M. Riffle will long be recalled, for he possessed those qualities which inspired family affection and the respect and esteem of those with whom he had business or social relations.

JILLIAM C. HILL, one of the rep- ) resentative citizens and prominent farmers of Jackson township, re- : 'sides on his fine farm of 128% acres, all' in one body, situated just off the Darbyville turnpike. Mr. Hill was born in Muhlenberg township, on the Florence Chapel turnpike, two miles east of Darbyville, on May 16, 1846, and is a son of Thomas and Julia A. (Sharp) Hill.

The Hill family is of Scotch ancestry. It was founded in America by our subject's great-grandfather, who subsequently served in the Revolutionary War. His son, Capt. William Hill, was born in Virginia and came to Pickaway County and settled in Muhlenberg township, in 1815. Here he lived until the age of 83 years and at his death owned al- most 700 acres of land, a large portion of which was under cultivation. During the War of 1812 he served as a captain of a Virginia company of volunteers.

Thomas Hill, father of our subject, was born February 21, 1807, in Hampshire County, Virginia (now West Virginia), and accompanied his parents to Muhlenberg township, where he later cultivated a farm given him by his father. He died September 10, 1885, leaving an estate of 215 acres of land. For about a quarter of a century he was a trustee of Muhlenberg township. Politically he was a Whig and later a Republican. He married Julia A. Sharp, who was born in New York, July 1, 1813, and died May 14, 1893. She came here with her parents, who were of German descent. Thomas Hill and wife had 10 children and all are living except Marcus, who died aged three years. The nine surviving members are as follows: Mrs. Margaret Darst, of Muhlenberg township; Mrs. Elizabeth Whiteside, of Darby township; Mrs. Mary Bolin, of Darbyville; Mrs. Ellen Mc- Kinley, of Franklin County; William C., of this sketch; Mrs. Matilda Wilson, of White County, Indiana; Robert C., residing on a part of the old homestead; Ezra Florence, of Darbyville; and Mrs. Sarah Stiverson, of Columbus.

William C. Hill remained on the home farm until January, 1872, and then' worked on several farms until March 5, 1878, when he bought 100 acres of his present farm, which he has increased to 128% acres. Mr. Hill owns other property, being one of the county's large landowners. One farm of 50 acres is located on the Circleville turnpike; another, of 30 acres, in Deer Creek township, occupied by his son; and a third of 66 acres, located on the Darbyville turnpike. Mr. Hill operates all these with the exception of the farm on which his son lives, devoting them to grain and stock, His property is well improved, his buildings being of a substantial character. He raises a great deal of first-class stock and is numbered with the intelligent and successful farmers of the county.

to Minerva A. Gulick, who was born in Muhlenberg township, near Darbyville, September 12, 1848, and is a daughter of Jesse and Elizabeth (Seymour) Gulick, the former of whom was born in Virginia and the latter in Ross County, Ohio. The Gulick family is a pioneer one of this section. The children of our subject and wife now living are: Charles, of Deer Creek township; Addie May; Maude, now a bookkeeper in Columbus, who was formerly a school teacher; Seymour; James; Josephine; Ellen; Marion, who died July 11, 1875; an infant, deceased; and Lizzie, who died in November, 1880, aged two and a half years.

Mr. Hill is one of the leading Republicans of Jackson township, in which he has served two terms as justice of the peace and 20 years as school director. In 1900 he was the property appraiser of the township. He is one of the thoroughly reliable business men and valued citizens of Jackson township. Portraits of Mr. and Mrs. Hill accompany this sketch.

S)ACOB T. OBERDORFER, proprietor of a large planing mill and an extensive manufacturer and. dealer in dressed. lumber, sash, doors, blinds, shingles, ete., at Tarlton, is carrying on a very successful business and has a large trade territory. Mr. Oberdorfer was born in Fairfield County, Ohio, January 17, 1867, and is a son of John and Barbara (Myers) Oberdorfer.

The parents of Mr. Oberdorfer were born in Germany.. They came to America early in the '50's, and settled in Fairfield County, where John Oberdorfer operated a woolen mill, in Hocking township.

Jacob T. Oberdorfer attended school in Hocking township and then went into his fathers mill, where he worked until he attained his majority. His natural inclinations were in the direction of mechanics and for several years after leaving his father he engaged in sawmilling through Pickaway, Ross, Hocking and Fairfield counties. In 1894 he located at

Tarlton and engaged in business, entering into partnership with Elmer E. Dickson, under the firm name of Dickson & Oberdorfer, which continued until 1889, when the firm was dissolved, since which date Mr. Oberdorfer has been sole proprietor of what is one of Tarlton's most prosperous industries. Mr. Oberdorfer conducts a general planing mill business, manufactures sash, doors, blinds, etc., sells all kinds of dressed lumber, shingles, lath, etc., and makes estimates to builders and fills contracts. He owns a fine farm of 145 acres in Salt Creek township, which is very satisfactorily managed and brings in quite an income.

Mr. Oberdorfer married Laura A. Dickson, who was born in Hocking township, Fairfield County, Ohio, and is a daughter of Isaat Dickson, of that county. Five children have been born to this marriage, namely: Ralph L., Beulah E., Paul E., Winnifred L. and Mary C.

In politics Mr. Oberdorfer is a Democrat. He has served on the board of directors of the Tarlton Special School District, with other prominent citizens. He belongs and liberally supports the Lutheran Church. In all that goes to make a good citizen, Mr. Oberdorfer is one of the representative men of Tarlton.

prominent citizen and representative business man of Duvall, Pickaway County, where he has operated an elevator and been largely interested in dealing in grain and live-stock for the past

The paternal grandfather, Christian Baum, came to Pickaway County from Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania, and settled on a farm in Madison township, developing it from a wild state. This property is still in the family and is owned by our subject. Christian Baum married a Miss Shook, a member of another old and prominent German- family of Pennsylvania, and they had these children: Joseph;

George; Lewis; John; Jacob; Elizabeth, wife of W. T. Conklin, of Madison township; and Mary, who was the wife of Samuel Posey. The only survivors of this family are Lewis and Mrs. Conklin.

Jacob Baum, father of our subject, was born on the homestead in Madison township, Pickaway County, in September, 1832, and died in 1876, having spent the whole of his long, useful and exemplary life in his native place. He married Eliza Cromley, a daughter of Christian Cromley, and they became the parents of three children, namely: Linnie, who died in infancy; Thaddeus William; and Mattie J., deceased, who was the wife of Rev. D. E. Snapp.

Thaddeus W. Baum received his primary education in the schools of Madison township, later spent two years at Lebanon, Ohio, and 'completed his education by taking a commercial course at Eastman's Business College, at Poughkeepsie, New York. Mr. Baum then spent one year teaching school at Nebraska, in Walnut township, and then settled down to. farming. He continued to follow agricultural pursuits until 1899, when he purchased the elevator at Duvall and since then has been, devoting his time, in large measure, to dealing in grain and live-stock. He still retains possession of much valuable farming land in Madison township, aggregating some 760 acres, and has other business interests. He is a member. of the board of directors of the Citizens' Bank at Ashville, of which he is vice-president ; is senior member of the firm of Baum & Herr, operators of an elevator at Groveport; and has a large interest in the Seeds, Grain & Hay Company, a concern recently organized and incorporated.

On March 19, 1890, Mr. Baum was married to Mattie Conklin, who is a daughter of W. T. and Elizabeth Conklin, of Madison township. They have three daughters: Ruth, born July 12, 1892, who is a student in the township schools; Helen, born September 20, 1894; and Dorothy, born March 21, 1906.

stands very high in commercial life. He was left fatherless at the age of 12 years and business responsibilities fell upon his shoulders at an unusually early age. These he met with courage and handled with ability, and a large part of his ample fortune has been the direct result of his own efforts. His beautiful home at Duvall is one of comfort and luxury, and his family are prominent factors in the town's pleasant, social life. Personally, Mr. Baum impresses the stranger favorably, his fine appearance and cordial manner inspiring confidence and friendship.

ON. GEORGE W. BOWERS, one of the younger members of the Ohio State Legislature, is probably one of the most popular citizens of Walnut township, Pickaway County, where he

Mr. Bowers spent his boyhood on _ his father's farm and obtained his early educational training in the common schools. Later he attended college, at Lebanon, Ohio, where he was graduated with credit, in 1889. Mr. Bowers followed the profession. of teaching until he went actively into politics, and during this time he was principal of the schools of East Ringgold, Ohio, for three years. He was reared a Democrat, and in the fall of 1905 his party saw his availability as a legislative candidate. Prior to this he had served as a justice of the peace and was thus well acquainted with Ohio laws. Mr. Bowers went into the campaign without any opposition from members of his own party, being personally very popular and was elected by a plurality of 1,087 votes, leading his ticket. He is a man of education, judgment and honest convictions and _ his friends predict for him a very successful career. He has always taken great interest in educational matters and is president of the School Board in Walnut township.

Mr. Bowers was married to Clara L. Brown, who is a daughter of the late Joseph H. Brown, and they have one son - Harold J. Mr. Bowers' wife's family belong to the Baptist Church, but he is a Lutheran. He is a member of Lodge No. 747, I. O. O. F., at Ashville, and also belongs to Nebraska Grange, at Nebraska.

HARLES A. PALM, a retired farmer | now residing at Circleville, has been a resident of Pickaway County for 60 years. He was born in Wittenberg, Germany, in 1832, and was 14 years of age when he came to America.

All of Mr. Palm's business life was devoted to farming and gardening. For 25 years he was known as one of the most successful market gardeners in the vicinity of Circleville and he still owns a finely-improved farm of 117 acres in Washington township,

Mr. Palm has been twice married; first to Mary Metz, who died in 1865, leaving one child, .Mrs. Christina Landenberger, who has two children. Mr. Palm was married (second) on November 9, 1865, to Christina Doering, who was born in Germany and came to America with her parents, at the age of seven years. The children of this marriage are as follows: Anna Martha, who is the widow of William Leist and the mother of four children; Meinhard G., who married.Ella Miller, daughter of William Miller and has five children; Flora Matilda; and Frank Henry, who married Cora Williams and has one child.

Mr. Palm has always supported the Democratic party but he has not been willing to accept the cares of political office. Both he and his wife are worthy members of the Lutheran Church. During his long residence here Mr. Palm has seen all this section develop. He can relate many interesting events which took place long ago and knows personally the surviving members of most of the old and leading families which have made Pickaway County what it is.

RILLIAM M. DEWEY, who is extensively engaged in farming and stock-raising in Jackson township, resides on a 207-acre farm in this township, and owns a farm of 226 acres located on the Goosepond turnpike. Mr. Dewey was born in Harrison township, Pickaway County, Ohio, March 3, 1859, and is a son of Lemuel and Adeline (King) Dewey.

Lemuel Dewey was born in Vermont and belongs to the same family which gave the United States her great naval hero, Admiral George Dewey, a cousin of the father of our subject. Lemuel remained in Vermont until he was a man of 40 years of age. After coming to Pickaway County, he mainly followed. teaming. At one time in his life he was an officer of the law and it was while fulfilling his duty and attempting to make an arrest, that he was injured in a way that caused the loss of an eye. He died in 1865, aged 60 years. He was twice married, his first wife leaving at death four sons and two daughters. His second marriage was to Adeline King, who was born in Pennsylvania and still survives, residing in Harrison township, at the age of 76 years.

Our subject is the fifth in the family of eight children born to his parents, the others being: Mary (Dolby), of Ashville; Samuel, of Harrison township; Emma (Hall), of Scioto township; George, deceased; Edward, of Ashville; Ella, who died young; and Maggie.

William M, Dewey was only six years old when his father died and his childhood was spent among strangers. As soon as he was old enough, he began to work and as a child was so industrious that he more than earned his keep. When he was 18 years old he :went to work for Alexander Caldwell, who employed him by the month until his marriage, when Mr. Caldwell rented the young man one of his farms on which he continued to reside until he settled on what is known as the Link Huston farm. This property Mr. Dewey rents. In 1897 he purchased 102 acres of land on the Goosepond turnpike and later added a 124- acre tract, on which is a good tenant house.

This tract Mr. Dewey lets on shares but works the rest of his land himself, devoting it to grain and stock. He has been a farmer all his life and is a very sensible, practical one who thoroughly understands his business.

Mr. Dewey was married (first), in 1880, to Lucy Malone, who was born in Pickaway County and was a daughter of Whitfield Malone. She died in 1886, aged 24 years, leaving three children: George, of Jackson township; and Charles and Ezra, who live at home. In 1888 Mr. Dewey was married (second) to Leah Gochenouer, who was born in Pickaway County, and is a daughter of Joseph Gouchenouer. To this union four children have been born as follows: Nellie May; Clara Ann; Lemuel Addie, who bears the combined names of his paternal grandfather and grandmother;

He has been a school director for many years and for the past four years has been township trustee. In manner and appearance, Mr. Dewey bears a striking resemblance to the honored admiral of the United States Navy.

H. COLVILL, M. D., one of the leading physicians and surgeons of Circleville, where he has been established since 1899, was born in 1855 in Jackson County, Ohio, and is a son

G. H. Colvill. spent his boyhood and youth: on his father's farm, going to school and assisting in the homely duties which make up a large part of the farmer boy's life. He spent some time also in the Hamden High School and then began teaching and also preparing for medical college. After three years of school teaching, he went to Columbus and became a student of medicine with Dr. Kinsman and at the same time attended medical lectures at the Columbus Medical College, where he was graduated in the class of 1879. In 1898 Dr.

After receiving his degree, Dr. Colvill settled for practice at Harrisville, in Harrison County, Ohio, where he remained for 20 years, faithfully performing the duties of his arduous profession all this time. In the spring of 1899 Dr. Colvill removed to Circleville, where his reputation for medical skill had preceded him. During his seven years of practice here he has justified the expectation of those who have sought his experienced services. He is oné of the valued members of the older medical organizations of the State, having belonged to the Ohio State Medical Society for nearly 20 years, to the Belmont County Medical Society for 15 years and for a like period to the Eastern Ohio Medical Society.

In 1881 Dr. Colvill was married to Melissa G. Southward, who was born in Pickaway County, Ohio, and is a daughter of Rev. John A. Southward. Dr. and Mrs. Colvill have four children, viz.: Edith; Robert G., a student at Wooster College; Lillian E. and Helen I. The family belong to the Presbyterian Church, of which Dr. Colvill is an elder and one of the active workers in the Sundayschool. Fraternally he is a Knight Templar Mason, and. at present is prelate of Scioto Commandery, K. T., at Circleville.

has practically managed for some Mrs. McKenzie was born. in Vintonyears. County, Ohio, May 10, 1856, and is a daughter of Patrick and Mary (Murphy) Ward. The father of Mrs. McKenzie was born in County Donegal, Ireland, and her mother in County Longford. The father died July 23, 1882, but the venerable mother, now in her 8oth year, is an inmate of St. Anthony's Hospital at Columbus. Mr. and Mrs. Patrick Ward were early settlers in Vinton County, Ohio, whence they removed to Pickaway County in 1860, locating in Jackson township. Of their seven children, these survive: Margaret E. (McKenzie) ; Patrick, who lives in Randolph County, Virginia; Frank, of Columbus; Catherine, wife of Judge C. C. Shearer, of Xenia, Ohio; and John, of Aberdeen, Washington.

Mrs. McKenzie was only a child when her parents located in Jackson township, Pickaway County, where she was reared. She obtained her education in the public schools of Circleville and later became a teacher, following the profession through two years. She was a successful and popular educator and made many friends among her pupils and their parents.

On April 26, 1875, Margaret Ward married Leo McKenzie, who was born May 5, 1848, and is a son of Samuel and Margaret McKenzie. In another part of this work in the sketch of Frank S. McKenzie, may be found extended mention of the McKenzie family. The children born to this union were: John J., Mary C., Samuel P., Leo M., Frank C., Catherine E., Margaret T., Elizabeth S., Ruth H. and Antoinette A. (deceased).

Mrs. McKenzie and her children are devoted members of the Catholic Church. She is a woman of remarkable business capacity and is much respected by all who know her. On account of Mr. McKenzie being an invalid, many unusual cares have been placed on her shoulders. These she has supported with fortitude and cheerfulness. Her children have been carefully reared, her home and land well looked after, her religious duties have never been forgotten and there are many of her neighbors who have had reason to feel grateful for her kindness when they have been in trouble. or visited by sickness. She is conceded to be an admirable woman.

MACOB MERZ, dealer in staple and fancy groceries, at Circleville, has been identified with the business interests of this city for the past 28 years. He was born at Circleville, in 1859, and is a son of John Merz.

year. He was born in Germany and located at Circleville in the year of his son's birth. He is an expert gardener and many of the beautiful lawns and productive gardens of the city have come under his supervision.

Mr. Merz was reared and educated at Circleville and was graduated at the High School in this city. For two years he was with C. R. Goldfredrick, in the capacity of clerk, and then embarked in a grocery and provision business of his own. He has ever since been lo~ cated at the corner of Watt and Pickaway streets and controls a large and profitable trade. His stock is full and varied, while his methods of business have always been those based on strict honesty.

In 1880 Mr. Merz was married to Elizabeth Schlagetter, who its a daughter of Frank Schlagetter. Mr. and Mrs. Merz have three children, viz.: Frank H., who is a practicing dentist; W. Robert, who assists his father; and Anna L., a talented young lady who will graduate during the coming year from the Conservatory of Music of Lima.

Mr. Merz has been a lifelong Democrat. As a man of substance and reliable character, he has frequently been called upon to hold office. For 12 years he served as president of the City Council and at present is city treasurer. He belongs to the Knights of Pythias, Red Men and Foresters. For many years he has been a member of Trinity Evangelical Church and is one of its most liberal supporters.

em EORGE S. W. NEFF, a substantial agriculturist and leading citizen of Darby township, is the owner. of 269 acres of valuable farm land, lying in three compact bodies. The largest tract, containing 165 acres, is the homestead on which he resides, situated on the old Federal road. Another farm of 52 acres is on the same thoroughfare, and the third, almost equal in size, is located on the Darbyville and London road.

Isaac V. S., who died June 14, 1892; James, who died at an advanced age; three girls, who died in infancy; and George S. W., who is the only member of the family now living.

Mr. Neff's birthplace was Hardy County, Virginia (now West Virginia), but has resided in this county since he was six years of age. Both he and his many friends therefore consider him practically a native of Pickaway County, and his success a part of its progress.

George S. W. Neff was married to Elizabeth Powell, daughter of Jacob Powell, of the Old Dominion, and four children were born to them, viz.: Otis, who married Minnie Grable and at his death, at the age of 35 years, left a widow and one child - Hazel; Mary E., who married James Grable and became the mother of three children - Edith, George and Alfred; Carrie Jane, who became the wife of Harry Adkins and the mother of two children - Agnes and George; and Ella, who is the youngest and resides at home. The parents of Mrs. Neff are both dead. She has three sisters - Mary, Alice and Almira; six half-sisters - Jessie, Anna, Carrie, Mattie, Osta and Maggie; and a half-brother - Otis.

has been his home ever since he came to the township as a boy of six years. Since then he has not only developed into a splendid manhood, reared a family of his own and prospered in worldly affairs, but established a solid reputation for intelligence and morality. He has taken deep and continuous interest in educational matters, having served for a number of years on the School Board. Fraternally he is affiliated with the Masonic order. ee ee

OSHUA GLICK, son of a widely known pioneer, himself a successful farmer and owner of 184 acres of land in section 8, Walnut township, was born at Circleville, Ohio, October 17, 1845.

Our subject is the second son in the family of which Caleb Glick, of Washington township, is the eldest. He had the usual experiences and training of a lad on a farm and reached manhood as a resident of Circleville, where, on Christmas Day, 1867, he was joined in wedlock to Mary Crist, daughter of Nicholas and Susan Crist.

About three months after their marriage, Mr. and Mrs. Glick commenced housekeeping on their present homestead, then a farm of 92 acres, formerly owned by Philip Glick, our subject's father. Since the spring of 1868, when Mr. Glick thus founded a home of his own, the original farm has been greatly improved and increased. In 1871 he built a large and convenient brick house, which is still the family residence, and in 1897 he made a valuable addition to the landed property by purchasing 42 acres of James H. Hoover, adjoining the original tract. In 1900 he bought another 50 acres of Willis Hoover. His entire farm is in one compact and attractive body. The land.thus combined was originally one farm, but was purchased and divided by C. Hoover and Philip Glick,

Mr. and Mrs. Joshua Glick have had. four children, all living - Dora A., who married Edwin Baum and resides in Madison township; Harley E., who married Mary Boyer, has a son, Paul B., born March 2, 1906, and lives on a farm adjoining his father's place, of which he has charge; Charles W.; and Bert B., who is employed in a Circleville drug-store.

Joshua Glick is active and influential in the public affairs of his township, having served nine years as constable and since 1900 as assessor. He is a steadfast and honored member of the Lutheran Church, and is at present an elder in that religious body.

a} M. MORRIS, one of the prominent i} citizens of Pickaway County, and a representative business man of Circleville, conducts a large hardware store in this city and stends very high in public esteem. He was born in Walnut township, Pickaway County, Ohio, De-

Mr. Morris was reared in Walnut township and spent 'his early school days there. Later he attended the Northern Ohio University one term and then began to teach school. This profession he followed in Pickaway County for about 12 years, becoming well and favorably known in many localities. He was appointed deputy auditor of Pickaway County and served in that position for two years and a similar period as deputy treasurer. In 1899 Mr. Morris purchased the hardware business of Ainsworth & Brenner, at Circleville, and in the following year resigned his political position to assume sole charge of the business. He has continued in this line ever since and conducts one of the largest hardware stores in this section.

Mr. Morris was married in 1898 to Fanny Florence, who is the eldest daughter of Jonathan Florence and a representative of one of the oldest and most important families of the county. Mr. and Mrs. Morris have two children, viz.: Donald F. and Ralph. Mrs. Morris is a member of the Presbyterian Church to which Mr. Morris gives a liberal support.

MONATHAN BRINKER, a well-known 4] and respected farmer residing on a valuable tract of 100 acres in section 9g, Walnut township, is also the proprietor of a large general store and implement depot, situated at the crossroads. near his home. The family residence is a large brick house built by himself and father in 1889, and is an added evidence of Mr. Brinker's substantial prosperity.

Our subject was born May 15, 1851, on a farm adjoining the place he now occupies, and is a son of Barnabas and Elizabeth (Knight) Brinker. His father was also a native of Walnut township, being a son of George Brinker who settled in this township in the early pioneer days. After reaching-an industrious and useful manhood in this locality, Barnabas'

Oliver Perry, of Walnut township; M. T., of Columbus; C. F., of Ashville; Mrs. Gilbert Humble; and Jonathan, of this sketch. Two children died in infancy and George passed away September 1, 1901, aged about 52 years.

Jonathan Brinker was reared and educated in Walnut township, and married Lida Weaver, daughter of D. F. Weaver, on the 29th of January, 1879. They have two children: Harry W.; and Meda Alice, who married Charles Hay and lives on the old home farm.

Besides managing his extensive agricultural operations, Mr. Brinker conducts a farm implement and a general store. Among the large stock of agricultural implements which he carries are the Milburn wagon and the Great Western manure spreader. An idea of the extent of his general business may be gained by the statements that during the season of 1905 he sold 34 of the manure spreaders at the standard price of $118, and that he yearly disposes of between two and three car-loads of wagons. He also carries a large stock of buggies, surreys, carriages, harness, etc. His general store is one of the most complete in the township.

Mr. Brinker's fraternal connections are confined to the Knights of Pythias, and his religious, to his membership in Hedges Chapel, of the Methodist Episcopal Church.

a@lAVID GRANVILLE DENNIS, a "| leading farmer and good citizen of Muhlenberg township, owning a fine farm of 156 acres in this township, was born in Monroe township, Pickaway County, Ohio, August 8, 1854, and is a son of David H. and Winnie (Funk) Dennis.

Daniel Dennis, the grandfather of our subject, was born in Maryland and was the founder of the family in Ohio. He was twice married. He located in Ross County but sub-

David H. Dennis, father of David Granville Dennis, was born in Ross County, Ohio, November 10, 1826, and accompanied his parents to Monroe township, Pickaway County, where his whole life has been spent. He still owns 212 acres of fine land and has distributed among his children some 365 acres, all of it in one body, lying in Monroe and Muhlenberg townships. For a number of years he dealt largely in land, handled a large amount of stock and carried on extensive farming. He served at one time as treasurer of Monroe township and for a long period has been one of the leading Republicans of his locality.-His wife died April 29, 1901, at the age of 73 years, leaving six children, namely: William T., of Monroe township; Mrs. Sarah Jane Mitchell, of Monroe township; David Granville, of this sketch; Richard T., of Monroe township; Nancy, wife of Charles Downs, of Monroe township; and Samantha, wife of Seth Hill, of Monroe township.

David G. Dennis was reared in Monroe township and attended the district schools. He Was reared to agricultural pursuits and has proved a first-class farmer. He has resided on his present farm for the past 25 years and has developed and improved it into a very valuable property.

Mr. Dennis has been twice married; first, to Harriet Hanson. Two children were born to this union, viz.: Minnie, who is a popular teacher at Darbyville; and Henry T., of Muhlenberg township, who is married and has a son, Paul H. Mr. Dennis was married (second) on March 26, 1902, to Dora Wing, who was born in Vinton County, Ohio, and is,a daughter of James and Phebe Ann (Carpenter) Wing.

Mr. Dennis has been a Republican all his life. He has been a useful citizen of Muhlenberg township, serving 13 years as trustee and about five years as school director. He belongs to the camp of the Modern Woodmen of America at Darbyville. A group picture of the Dennis family accompanies this sketch.

EORGE M. PONTIUS,who resides on @| a fine farm of 172 acres situated in sections 17 and 20, Circleville township, was born in Washington township, Pickaway County, Ohio, March 20, 1856, and is a son of Daniel M. and Catharine (Clare) Pontius.

Daniel M. Pontius was also born in Washington township, Pickaway County, Ohio, and was a son of Daniel Pontius, who was born in Pennsylvania and came to this country as one of the first settlers.

George M. Pontius is also descended from Jacob Metzger who emigrated at an early day from Holland to Pennsylvania, where he settled in Berks County. He was a great-greatgrandfather of our subject.. Jacob Metzger died July 8, 1835, aged 88 years, 5 months and 16 days; his wife Mary died October 30, 1835, aged 83 years, 7 months and 13 days. They were buried near Hallsville, Ross County, Ohio. Their 'son, Jacob Metzger, removed from Berks County, Pennsylvania, to Pickaway County, Ohio. He was twice married. His first wife, a Miss Shriner, died in Pickaway County at the age of 54 years. He married, as his second wife, Sarah Dillen, and with her removed to Michigan, where both died, Jacob Metzger at the age of 87 and his wife at the age of 67;

George M. Pontius has spent the greater part of his life in Circleville township. He was reared and educated in Circleville, where he lived for about 14 years. He was married in 1880 to Jennie Grant, a daughter of Samuel Grant, a farmer of Washington township. They have two children - May and Catharine.

Mr. Pontius has been engaged in. raising small fruit such as berries, and is also interested in raising Shorthorn cattle. His farm of 172 acres, while situated in two sections, is all in one piece of land. There are two houses on the property; one a frame house, erected in 1896, which is occupied by Mr. Pontius; the other a brick dwelling, erected in 1853 by George Metzger, which Mr. Pontius rents.

AMES J. EGAN, one of. Circleville's leading business men, dealer in staple and fancy groceries, was born in County Cork, Ireland, May 1, 1841, and has been a resident of this city for over 30 years. His father, John Egan, was born in County Cork, while his mother, Catherine O'Sullivan, was born in County Limerick. There were five children in the parental family..

James J. Egan was reared and educated in his native land, where he resided until he was 32 years of age, when he came across the ocean. After residing in New York City for two years, he came to Circleville. He is the only one of his family to come to America. For one year he worked for William Foresman and was then engaged as a grocery clerk for Fred Warner in 1877, but in 1879 he embarked in a grocery business for himself and has been so engaged continuously ever since. Mr. Egan owns the store where he conducts business, besides a handsome residence on East Watt street.

home; Sarah B., manager of the. music department 'of the firm of 'Ball & Livingstone, of Columbus, Ohio; and Elizabeth T., living at home. With his family, Mr. Egan belongs to the congregation of St. Joseph's Catholic Church; he is a member of the Holy Family Society 'of this church, and was a member of the building committee, when the parochial school was erected.

Politically Mr. Egan is a Democrat and on numerous occasions he has been called to take a place on important civic bodies, He was a member of the Board of Equalization for seven years, for six years was a member of the Board of County Visitors and at present is the city's careful and capable health officer and a member of the Board of County Visitors. For six years he was a member of the Board of Health of Circleville. For two years he was canal collector under Governor Hoadly. Mr. Egan has been a resident of Circleville for upwards of 31 years. P Beet gl Baty

Ailliam Malcon Mitchell

AILLIAM MALCON MITCHELL, | §6©a successful farmer of Scioto township, has resided for the past 39 years on his present farm, which now contains 135 acres. He was born in Harrison township, Pickaway County, Ohio, March 27, 1856, and is a son of John and Ann (McGuire) Mitchell.

John Mitchell was born in Devonshire, England, May 10, 1821, and came to America in 1852, the trip across the Atlantic in a little sailing vessel consuming seven months and five days. Landing finally at New York, he proceeded directly to Columbus, Ohio, and soon began running an engine for a distillery. Later he came to Ashville, Pickaway County, and ran the engine for the Ashbrook distillery until it was abandoned and then entered into the post and rail fence business, which he followed until within a few years of his death, which took place September 29, 1899. In 1854 he married Ann McGuire, who was born May 10, 1830, in County Leitrim, Ireland, Manor Hamilton, Curnagella, a daughter of James Mc- Guire. To them were born two children, viz.: William M., of this sketch, and Maggie. The 'latter became the wife of Prof. P. A. Lewis, who for 20 years was a leading educator of Pickaway County, during six years being principal of the Commercial Point schools. Mr. and Mrs. Lewis had one daughter, Nellie, who was graduated from the Commercial Point High School in 1905. Since the death of Professor Lewis, his widow and daughter have resided with Mr. Mitchell and his mother, in Scioto township.

in Scioto township. At first but 17 acres were purchased; to this nucleus of an estate, land was gradually added, sometimes but one acre at a time, until, by 1894, the farm contained 85 acres. To this our subject added until his land aggregated 135 acres, and here he carries on mixed farming and gives much attention to the raising of stock, particularly hogs. He is interested in contracting work and runs four teams. His interests are largely agricultural. He recently returned from an extensive trip through various parts of the West and South, being one of a party seeking information and chances for investments. The itinerary took them through the Indian Territory, Oklahoma and Southern Texas and Mr. Mitchell found much to interest him in the great ranches near Houston, Galveston, Corpus Christi and all through that region.

county and State conventions. He attended the State convention that nominated the late Governor Pattison, and rarely misses'a county convention, usually being a delegate. He served two terms of three years each as township trustee and during his incumbency many important improvements were brought about.

Mr. Mitchell is one of Pickaway County's most successful farmers and ranks with her most representative citizens. With the exception of one year spent in Connecticut, Mr. Mitchell has resided in his present home continuously for almost 40 years and probably no citizen in his locality is held in higher personal

WIENRY SCHLEYER, one of the lead- @| ing merchants at Circleville, was born in Chillicothe, Ohio, April 14, 1850, and is a son of the late John F. Schleyer, one of the city's- old business men.

Henry Schleyer was 13 years old when his parents moved to Circleville, where he .completed his common school education. He then learned the tinner's trade with Peter Kimmey and followed the same for some 12 years. For one year he was engaged in a dry goods business and then became associated with his father in the grocery line. Later the firm became J. F. Schleyer and they turned their attention to the coal trade. Mr. Schleyer has been in the coal business for himself ever since the death of his father.

On October 5, 1880, Mr. Schleyer was married to Mary F. Fellers, who is a daughter of Martin Fellers, who was an early settler and a substantial farmer of Pickaway County. Five children have been born to Mr. and Mrs. Schleyer, namely: Anna M., Jennie Florence, Turney R., who is in the employ of the Missouri Pacific Railroad and is located in Arkansas ; Elizabeth and May.

Mr. Schleyer is one of the city's representative men. For mine years he was a member of the Board of Equalization of Circleville, and was a member of the last decennial board. He belongs to the National Union. Mr. Schleyer is a member of the Lutheran Church.

BJOSEPH M. CROW, deceased, was a S| citizen of Pickaway township, who enfellow-citizens among whom a long and exemplary life was spent. Mr. Crow was born March 20, 1827, in Pickaway County, Ohio, and died July 18, 1898. He was a son of David and Mary (Conley) Crow.

David Crow, who was born in Pennsylvania, was a soldier in the War of 1812. He enlisted as a blacksmith and repaired guns as well as attended to general blacksmithing work. After the war he entered land from the government in Pickaway township, Pickaway County, Ohio, as one of the pioneers. The Indians very often had him repair their guns. He established a home here, married Mary Conley, a native of Maryland, and here spent his whole life, rearing his family, developing his land and accumulating a competency.

'The late Joseph M. Crow was reared on his father's pioneer farm and in his youth attended the district schools in which the foundation of his education was laid. His whole hfe was devoted to farming and stock-raising and at death he was able to leave 114 acres of wellcultivated land to his family. This valuable farm is situated near Salem, in Pickaway township, and it is still occupied by Mrs. Crow and is managed by her son, Harley W. Mrs. Crow's daughter, Lovella M., resides with her mother and brother on the homestead. She is an accomplished lady and has officiated for a number of years as organist of the Salem Methodist Episcopal Church. The other son, William A., lives at Dayton, Ohio.

On January 1, 1856, Joseph M. Crow was united in marriage with Amanda May, who was born in Ross County, Ohio, June 15, 1834, and is a daughter of Samuel and Charity (Long) May. Samuel May was born in Pemnsylvania and was a soldier in the War of 1812, enlisting in the commissary department; his wife was born in Canada. They accompanied their respective parents to Ross County, where they made early settlement.

In his political creed, Mr. Crow was a Republican, but he was in no way bigoted and frequently cast his vote, in local matters, more for the man than for the party. He was one of the leading members of the Salem Methodist Episcopal Church, in which he was a trustee, steward and class leader. honorable and upright man, one who lived up. to his convictions and one whose fellow-citizens were always ready to take his word as quickly as another man's bond. He was a worthy member of one of the oldest and most honored pioneer families of the county.

MAVID K. WILSON, assistant cashier -of the Salt Creek Valley Bank, at Laurelville, and a_ representative farmer and stock-raiser of Salt Creek township, was born on the farm near Tarlton, Ohio, on which he resides and which he now owns, on November 6, 1843, and is a son of Hugh and Magdalena (Kinnear) Wilson.

panied his father, John Wilson, to America and the family lived for a time in Pennsylvania and then came to this section of Ohio. Hugh Wilson became one of Salt Creek township's reliable and substantial citizens. He served as township trustee and at one time was a member of the Ohio State militia, in which he served as captain of a company of light horse. He married Magdalena Kinnear, who was a daughter of Judge David Kinnear, who was a prominent resident of Pickaway township, Pickaway County, and served as associate judge in the county. The two surviving children of Hugh Wilson and wife are: David K., of this sketch; and Josephine, who is the wife of George R. Baker, of Mount Vernon, Ohio. Hugh Wilson was identified with the Republican party at the time of his death. Throughout life he had been a publicspirited, law-abiding citizen. He was a member of the Odd Fellows lodge at Tarlton and was in good standing at the time of his death, in October, 1875.

David K. Wilson was reared in Salt Creek township and. was educated in the public schools at Tarlton. Since the age of 18 years he has practically managed the farm, relieving his father of active superintendence many years before the latter's death. This is a fine property and is well adapted to general farming and stock-raising. It comprises 275 acres.

In 1870 Mr. Wilson was married (first) to Jennie Williams, who was a native of Fairfield County, Ohio. five children, viz.:. Frank K., William H. (deceased), Leslie D., Charles A. 'and Ross D. 'Mr. Wilson was married (second) to Ada Burget, of Circleville, Ohio.

For nine years Mr. Wilson served as a director of the Tarlton Special School District and during this period was treasurer of the board. In addition to his agricultural interests, Mr. Wilson is concerned in the leading financial institution at Laurelville, to the management of which he devotes a portion of his time. He belongs to the Odd Fellows, and is connected with the Tarlton lodge. Politically he is a Republican. Religiously he is a Methodist, belonging to the church at Tarlton, and

1 S. NEUDING, a leading grocer of Circleville, but prominent 'also in other lines of business and influential in public, religious and fraternal circles, was born in Walnut township, Pickaway County, Ohio, January 26, 1866. He is the third child in a family of six children born to J. F. and Harriet (Brown) Neuding, the other members being: Amos H., a resident of Columbus, Ohio; William H., of Circleville; L. Howard, also of this place; Dora E., wife of Harry C. Baker, both living in Circleville; and E. Frederick Neuding, employed in the grocery of his brother, E. S. Neuding. The father was one of the pioneers of Pickaway County, coming in the early '40's and engaging for many years in the music business.