Carthage Township (part 1 of 2)

Carthage Township

ing this institution could not be sustained on account of a lack of funds, at the end of the fourth j'ear he withdrew. He then accepted the principalship of the Hillsboro Academy, at Ilillsboro. 111. He managed this for two years, beginning with 17 pupils and enrolling during the second year the names of 164. In the summer of 1870, he was called to the principalship of a classical school preparatory to a prospective Carthage College, at Carthage, 111. He first entered Carthage on the morning of August ,18, 1870, and by September 5 this school was opened with an attendance of 12 students. For two years he was alone in this new enterprise. On the organization of a faculty for the college, three years afterward, he was made Professor of Mathematics and Astronomy in the institution. This position he still holds. After the death of his co-laborer, President Tressler, he was made treasurer of this college. He received the degree of A. B. on his graduation, and the degree of A. M. was conferred upon him two years later by the board of trustees of the same institution. In June, 1874, the board of trustees of Pennsylvania College at Gettysburg, Pa., conferred upon him the honorary degree of A. M. Prof. Easterday was married to Miss Abbie Warren Hunsaker, of Carthage, III., on the evening of August 18, 1874. To this union 3 sons have been born, Fred Ralph, Phil Rufus and Cad Roy. Blessed with an excellent constitution and corresponding energ3% coupled with mirthfulness, the Professor has the reputation of a hard-worker in both physical and mental development. He has done much toward the success of Carthage College, and his ability and success is fully attested by the universal confidence and respect of his fellow-citizens.

John W. Everett, merchant, was born in Franklin county, Pa., Dec. 9, 1839, son of John and Lydia (Neusbaun) Everett, both natives of that State, where she died in, 1880. He is still a resident of that county. The subject of this sketch enlisted Aug. 20, 1862, in the 126th Pa. Vol. Inf , nine months' service, and participated in the battles of Bull Run, Antietam, Fredericksburg and Chancellorsville, and served 10 months. He re-enlisted as first-class private of Capt. O. H. Howard's detachment of the Signal Service, U. S. A., Feb. 27, 1864, and discharged Aug. 3d, 1865. He displayed all the qualities of a good soldier at the battles of New Market, Piedmont, Lexington, Lynchburg, Fisher's Hill, Cedar Creek, "Waynesboro', Dinwiddie C. H., Five Forks, Tailor's Creek, Appomattox Station and C. H., and was the only person not a general ofiicer that was present at Lee's surrender. In May, 1866, he came to this county and engaged in the mercantile trade at Fountain Green until 187.5, when he moved to this city and established himself on the Public Square. In 1878 he occupied his present place, where he has since been engaged. He carries a stock of $6,000 and enjoys a lucrative trade. He was married in June, 1868, to Miss Sarah Stark, a native of Franklin Co., Pa., where she was born April 8, 1843, and died in this city Sept. 19,1877. Mr.

E. has been identified as Supervisor, is a member of the A. O. U. "W., and a member of the Presbyterian Church. Politically he is a Republican.

Hiram O. Ferris is a son of Stephen Gano Ferris, and was born in Steuben county, N. Y., in 1S2^. He was educated at Knox College, 111.; after completing his studies there in 1850, he crossed the plains to California, where he attained considerable prominence in politics. In the winter of 1851-'2 he was appointed by the Legislature of the State of California as one of the commissioners to organize the county of Siskij'ou. After serving on this commission until their work was finished, he was elected County Clerk of that county, in which capacity he served for two terms. In 1856 he returned to this county (Hancock). Having previously read and studied law, he made application to the Supreme Court of Illinois for admission to the " Bar," which, after undergoing an examination by that honorable court, was granted. Soon afterward, Mr. Ferris formed a partnership with Hooker & Edmunds, Att'ys, at Carthage, under the firm name of Ferris, Hooker & Edmunds. This firm was dissolved in 1863, and the business continued by Ferris & Hooker. In 1864 this firm was also dissolved, Mr. Ferris continuing the same until 1865. During this year he associated himself with F. M. Corby, and organized a banking institution, the firm being Ferris & Corby. They were also largely interested in real estate transactions.

This banking institution formed the nucleus of what is now " The Hancock County National Bank, of Carthage," which was organized under certificate of authority dated May 18, 1865, by the Comptroller of Currency at Washington, D. C. The institution opened its doors for business as a national Ijank June 5, 1865. Mr. Ferris was at ouce elected President of this bank, continuing to hold the position to the present time. This bank is considered one of the most solid and substantial in the country, having passed through all the panics with credit unimpaired. Its officers have the unlimited confidence of the people in all transactions. The bank building is situated on the northwest corner of the Public Square in Carthage. It is a substantial brick structure and was built in 18Y1.

Mr. Ferris is a Royal Arch Mason and Knight Templar, and has been a member of the Masonic order since January, 1850. While in California he was Senior Grand Deacon of the Grand Lodge of the State for one year. He has also held the office of Master of Hancock Lodge JMo. 20, of Carthage, of the A, F. & A. M., at different times, collectively making about five years. In politics, Mr. Ferris entertains the views and principles re])resented by the Democratic part}', and during the " war " of Secession, was firm in supporting the Union cause, using his influence and his means for the speedy crushing of the Rebellion. Mr. Ferris has served four terms as President of the Board of Trustees of the town of Carthage, being elected on the anti -license ticket; and has also served

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Mr. Ferris wa? married in McDonongh county-, 111., Aug. 20, 1857, to Miss Julia E. Ilolton, a native of" that county. They now reside at Carthage, and are surrounded by a family of 9 children: Junius C, a graduate of Carthage College, and now attending Columbia College, N. Y.; Esta M.,Stephen II., Julia, Ellen, Phojbe, Hiram B., Joel E. and Harold G.

J. M. Ferris, Justice of the Peace, was born in Chenango county, N. Y., in 1816; is the oldest son of Stephen Gano Ferris, who was born in Hillsdale, Columbia county, N. Y., Aug. 11, 1788, and Eunice (Beebe) Ferris, a native of New London, Conn., who emigrated to Hancock in 1832, landing at Traders' Point, now Keokuk, in December of that year. The family, consisting of his wife and 6 children, landed on the Illinois shore opposite Keokuk, Dec. 13, 1832, and made a settlement in Lick Grove, now Fountain Green, where he opened a farm and resided until 1846, when he sold his estate and made his home with his son in this city. He died at Fountain Green Nov. 29, 1876. He was one of the earliest pioneers of Hancock, and left a wide circle of friends to mourn his loss. The subject of this sketch resided at home until 21 years of age, when he began the practice of law. He has been Justice of the Peace 15 or 20 years. County Judge 8 years, and has made his home in this city since 1852, in which year he was married to Miss Lavina White, a native of Alleghany county, N. Y. To them have been born 3 children: Ella (wife of J. M. Davidson), Maggie and Frank L. Mr. F. is one of the oldest professional lawyers in the county, aud one of the oldest living pioneers. Politically he is a Republican, and strong in the endorsement of the principles

Stephen Qano Ferris. - This gentleman, whose portrait is given on another page (from a photograph taken at the age of 86), was widely known throughout this and adjoining counties as one of the earliest pioneer settlers in this part of the State. His history will not be without interest to the present reader, or those of the far future, especiallj' as to the methods of travel from the Eastern States to the West, and some of the characteristics of frontier life. Stephen Gano Ferris was born in the town of Hillsdale, Columbia county, N. Y., Aug. 11, 1788. At the age of four years he accompanied his father's family in their removal to North Norwich, Chenango county, N. Y., then a frontier county and quite sparsely settled. Here in the course of time he learned the tanner aud currier's trade, and followed that business until his father removed to Yates county, N. Y., probably 1810 or 1812. On Aug. 11, 1814, (the 23d anniversary of his birth) he was married to Miss Eunice Beebe, in Chenango count}', N. Y. About the year 1820 he removed to the town of Howard, Steuben county, N. Y., which was then a frontier county. Here he remained until the spring of 1832, when, pursuant to an arrangement between himself and his brotherin-law, Mr. Jabez A. Beebe (the latter havinej come West the previous year and purchased land where Fountain Green now stands), with his family, consisting of a wife and 6 children, he started West by the way of the Alleghany, Ohio and Mississippi rivers, via Cincinnati and St. Louis. His intention was to come down the Alleghany river to Pittsburg on a lumber raft, but in consequence of low water was detained at Olean Point, N. Y., until some time in the fall. When Mr. Ferris got ready for another start he was joined by Wm. Stearns (an early settler in this county), and a man named Carman, with their families. They purchased a flat-boat, which they covered and provided with the necessary facilities for cooking and lodging for their families. In this boat they journeyed leisurely with the current. They arrived in Cincinnati some time in October, having been about nine weeks on the river. Here they sold the flat-boat and transferred themselves and goods to the steamboat Niagara, bound for St. Louis, Mo., at which point they arrived about Dec. 1.

While in Cincinnati Mr. Ferris and Mr. Carmau were approached by a man named Austin, who endeavored to persuade them to divert their course to Texas, offering to each several leagues of good land free of charge if they would go there with their families; but, having made other arrangements, they declined the tempting offer. Austin was afterward prominently identified with Texas and its struggle for independence from Mexico. The town of Austin, now the capital of Texas, was named after him.

On the arrival of the steamboat Niagara at Jefferson Barracks, eight miles below St. Louis, it was obliged to wait some eight hours, unloading Government stores. It happened that the celebrated Indian Chief, Black Hawk, was a prisoner of war at the barracks at that time, and Mr. Ferris, accompanied by his son Hiram G., then 10 years old, went up to the barracks and saw the chief and talked with him.

Arriving at St. Louis, it seemed as if the lateness ot the season would compel the party to seek winter quarters in that vicinity; but luckily a small steamboat called the William Wallace was about to attempt the trip to Traders' Point, now Keokuk. Mr. Ferris engaged passage for himself and family, altiiough the Captain would not agree to carry them to any particular point in view of the possible closing of navigation at any hour. On arriving at Quiucy the Captain declined going any farther unless liberally paid for it. Mr. Ferris and others paid the price demanded, and the avaricious Captain - who was in addition to his rough manners a hrutal felloiv - came on to Traders' Point, landing there about the 10th or lltli of December. At that time Traders' Point comprised three or four log cabins at the base of the hill. The population consisted of three or four traders and their families, and 100 or so of Indians and half-breeds who were loafing about. There was no house where Hamilton now stands. The first house above

Fort Edwards (now Warsaw) was the cabin of Abraham Smith, about two and a half miles above the present town of Hamilton. Desiring to cross the river to Mr. Smith's place, Mr. Ferris paid a man $16 to ferry his family and personal etfects across the river. The boat was a crazy afiair, very leaky and not at all adequate to the burthen imposed upon it. After loading the boat with its living freight and household goods, it was towed some three miles up the river by horses, and from that point " poled" across. In the boat, in addition to Mr. Ferris' family and effects, were Mr. Stearns and his family and eii'ects. and a horse and wagon. After various and exciting besetments with the rapids and rocks, the boat, about one-third full of water, was finally landed not far from Mr. Smith's cabin, and the long and tedious journey by water was ended.

As landed upon the shores of Illinois, Mr. Ferris' family comprised himself and wife and 6 children, as follows: John M., the eldest son, now a prominent citizen of Carthage; Leonard T., second son, now a prominent physician at Fountain Green; Francina R., the eldest daughter, afterward the wife of S. H. Tyler, Jr. (died at Fountain Gi'een in fall of 1S59) ; Hiram G., third son, now President of the Hancock County iNational Bank, of Carthage; Dorothy L., second daughter, died at Fountain Green, Sept. 5, 1842, in her 17th year, unmarried; Fidelia B., third daughter, first wife of Dr. A. J. Grifiith. and mother of W. H. Griffith, Esq., of this city. This lady died in Philadelphia, Pa., Jan. 2S, 1S49, in her 19th year. Her remains were brought back and buried at Fountain Green.

The crossing at Traders' Point was made on the 13th of December, 1832; and on the following day Mr. Ferris and his son John M. walked across to Horse Lick Grove (now Fountain Green), some 22 miles, where they employed a man named Geo. W. Howard to haul his familj^ and goods to their destination. Tiie trip was made with an ox team to haul the household goods, and a one-horse to haul the family. They arrived at Fountain Green Dec. 15, 1832. Mr. Beebe and family, having arrived the year previous, had a comfortable double log house, which he shared with Mr. Ferris' family until spring. Mr. Ferris then purchased of Mr. Beebe 110 acres of lami, upon which, on the ground now occupied by Mr. McClaughry's residence, in Fountain Green, he built a comfortable log house; in the spring of 1833 he opened out the farm and built a small tannery. The latter, after a fair trial, proved impracticable on account of scarcity of bark. Some five years later he built a small saw-mill on the creek not far from Fountain Green. This proved unprofitable, and thenceforward until 18-15 he gave his attention mainly to farming. July 15, 1836, he sold the most of his farm to Mr. McClaughry. Sept. 14, 1860, his wife died at Fountain Green. Then he came to Carthage and made his home with the family of his son, Hiram G. Ferris, where he lived, with few absences, until his death, which occurred on the evening of I^ovember 29, 1876, while on a visit at the house of his son, Dr. L. T. Ferris, in Foimtain Green, at the age of 88 years, 3 months and 18 days. He was buried iu the village grave-yard by the side of his wife, where lie the remains of other members of his family.

Stephen G. Ferris, besides being one of the earliest pioneers in this county, is given the highest tribute, by those who knew him best during his life-time, as being in an eminent degree an honest man, a good neighbor, a kind friend and Christian gentleman. In early life he became a member of the Baptist Church, and maintained that membership and the faith it taught until his death. When he tirst settled at Horse Lick Grove there were not to exceed 200 people within the present boundaries of Hancock county. The nearest mill was 60 miles distant; and in lieu of flour, people had to be content with coarse meal pounded from dry corn in a wooden mortar. These, among others, were some of the vicissitudes and hardships endured by the pioneers, that we might enjoy the conveuiencies and luxuries of the present day.

John. Fletcher, farmer,sec. 21; P. O., Carthage; is the eldest son of William and Ann (Davidson) Fletcher, and was born in Scotland in August, 1831. When Ave years of age his parents emigrated to America, stopping one year in Canada, and located in Hamilton county, O., the following year, where they resided until Nov., 1841, at which time they settled in this tp., where he is still living, in the 79tli year of his age. His respected wife has attained her 80th year. Tiie subject of this sketch was married in 1853, to Miss Amanda Powell, a native of Ohio. By this marriage 5 children have been born, 4 of whom are living: Margaret A., William A., Edward U. and Minnie; Mary E., deceased. After marriage he settled south of his father's farm, on his present estate, in the fall of 1863, which he improved, and erected a fine, commodious dwelling. This farm, consisting of 300 acres, is valued at $55 per acre. Mr. F. has dealt considerably in stock since 1862, besides attending to the farming interests, and the duties of his public position. He has filled the office of Chairman of the Republican Committee for 15 years, Justice of the Peace five years, Commissioner of Highways, Treasurer of the Board, and School Director a number of years, was elected Collector in the spi-ing of 1880, and has otherwise been prominently distinguished. In politics he is a stalwart Republican, and in a strict sense of the word is a self made man. He commenced life in very limited circumstances, but, through energy and good management, has attained success. Being an active politician in the Republican ranks, he exercises considerable influence, believing that the principles of Republicanism are the only ones calculated to advance the best interests of this country. The family number among those of the early and respected families of the county.

George Flynn^ farmer, sec. 3; P. O., Carthage; was born in Ireland in 1835, emigrated to America in 1850, and settled in Butler county, O., where he worked on a farm and teamed it be- tween that point and Cincinnati. In 1S5S he came to this county, and rented until lie had, by prudence, secured enough means to purchase a portion of his present estate, now consisting of 160 acres, with 50 acres on south side of the road. This farm is one of the most valuable and productive in the tp. Mr. F. was married in 1S59, to Miss Delia Donohue, a native of Ireland, who died in 1S76, leaving 6 children, all of whom are living; George O., Frank, John, William H., Mary J. and Delia. His present wife, Ellen A. Kelly, is a native of Ireland and daughter of Laurence Kelly, of Hock Creek, who came to this county in 1850, is still a resident of this tp. , and in the 7Sth year of his age. By this marriage, one child has been born, Catherine. The family are members of the Catholic Church at Carthage. Mr. F. values his land at $50 per acre. He dealt largely in stock during the war, and is considerably engaged in that business at this time. Politically, he does not bind himself to any party, but votes for the man most worthy of support.

John L. Foutch, merchant, firm of Foiitch & Shultz, was born in Washington county, Md., March 3, 1S21:; is a son of William and Catherine (Caashter) Foutch, natives of Virginia, who emigrated to Maryland, where they both died. He came to this State in 18-17, and located in Springfield; same year he removed to Canton, Fulton Co., where he lived until 1S57, when he moved to this city. He was a blacksmith and worked at his trade until he enlisted in 1862, as 2d Sergt. in Co. K, llSth I. V. I., and served until Oct., 1865. He participated in the battles on the Yazoo. Ark. Post^ Milliken's Bend Vicksburg, Thompson's Hill, Raymond, Champion Hills, Black river bridge, siege of Vicksburg, Port Hudson, Baton Rouge, and all the smaller engagements in which the regiment was engased. He was mustered out Oct. 1, 1865; was married March 14, 1849 to Miss Mary Cutler, a native of Erie county', N. Y. Two children have been born to this marriage, one of whom is living, Amanda, wife of A. C. Shultz. Mr. F. is a member of the Baptist Church, and is Republican in politics.

Chas. W. Goodrich^ farmer sec. 22; P. O. Carthage; is a son of I^eshach Goodrich, who was born in Rensselaer county, N. Y. in 1794. When 16 years of a^e he went to Shenandoah county, Va., where he was married in l\Iay, 1815, to Miss Rebecca Ruddell, a native of the same county. In 1818 he purchased the land of his present estate of 160 acres from the soldiers, it being patent land, and settled on the same in 1839. He raised a family of 12 children, 7 of whom are living, Susan, Sarah and John, all residents of San Francisco; Charles, Amanda, wife of Wm. Raleigh, a descendant of Walter Raleigh, residents of Chicago; James, who lives in the township, and Frank, of McDonough county. Mr. G. was drafted in the war of 1812, but the retreat of the British secured him his discharge. He is one of the oldest living pioneers of the county. For two years past he has been an invalid, and confined most of the time to his bed; he became associated with the Christian

Church when 19 years of age and has always led a devout Christian life. The subject uf this sketch was born in this township in 1813. He was united in matrimony to Miss Mildred D. Davis, a native of Virginia. Their children are: Ada E., John F., Charles E. and Emma M. Mr. G. has resided on the homestead all bis life; has a farm of 60 acres, and 10 acres in sec. 26, and numbers among the pioneers of the county. Politicallj'. is Democratic. The family are lineal descendants of the Goodrich family that emigrated to America in the days of early pilgrimage, and are extensively known.

A. J. Griffith, physician, was born in Highland county, O., in 1822; is son of L. L. "VVillin and Hannah (Hope) Griffith, who emigrated to Illinois in 1S12, and settled in Fulton county, where they resided until 1856, when they moved to this county and settled in Fountain Green where his father worked at his trade, wagon-making. He began the study of medicine in the office of P. S. Secon, at Fountain Green; was educated at Missouri Medical College, and attended medical lectures at the Jefferson Medical School at Philadelphia; in 1816 he began the practice of medicine at Fountain Green. In 1818 he was married to Miss Fidelia, youngest child of Stephen G. Ferris, a native of jSTew York, who died in 1849 leaving one child, "William. In 1850 he crossed the plains to California, where he remained two years. In 1854 he moved to this city and followed his profession for some years, when he retired from practice, and in 1865 became associated with the Hancock JSTational Bank, of which he is Vice-President and a large stockholder. He was again married in 1854 to Miss Margaret McClaughry, a native of New York city, by whom he has two children, Kate and Ralph. Mr. G. is largely interested in the Kepublican press of this city, has been a member of the Masonic order since 1846, and is one of the prominent business men of Carthage. Politically is a Democrat.

William Griffith, cashier Hancock National Bank, was born in Philadelphia, Pa., in Jan., 1849, and with his parents settled in this city, where he has since made it his home. In Sept., 1867, he was called to fill his present position in the bank, where he has been continuously engaged ever since. He served as Town Clerk one term and Town Treasurer two terms. He was married Oct., 1873, to Miss Clara M., daughter of David E. Head. By this marriage they have one child, Ethil. Mr. G. is a member of the A. O. U. W. and of the Baptist Church.

Artois Hamilton. - This pioneer settler, whose portrait is given on another page, was born in Tolland, Mass., Aug. 15. 1795; he moved to Montgomery county, N. Y., in 1822, and was married to Miss Atta Bentley, of that county, February 22, 1827. In 1835 Mr. Hamilton removed his family, then consisting of his wife and four children, to Hancock county, 111.; he travei'sed the entire distance with horse teams, consuming nearly two months on the road. He arrived at Carthage July 22 of that year. During the first two weeks that be speut in Carthage, himself and fanaily slept in their wagons and prepared their food hard by on the prairie. He fed his horses on the grass which he cut as needed on the open prairie, where the court-house now stands. At the end of two weeks Mr. Hamilton leased a dwelling on the site, now occupied by the dwelling of Mrs. Dr. Randolph, where he lived some three months. In the spring he purchased a small log house, into which he moved with his family. To this house he added other rooms until it was large enough to entertain travelers, and his dwelliag thereafter became by common consent the hotel of the village, which he kept uninterruptedly until 1851, and maintained its reputation above the reproach of either "saint" or "gentile." He, withal, had leisure time to enter and improve five or six quarter sections of land in the vicinity of his new home. Close attention to his accumulating interests and prudent management soon made Mr. Hamilton the wealthiest man in the county.

During the eventful period of the Mormon war, he was necessarily a spectator to most of the stirring events of that time. His hotel being the general headquarters for the traveling public at Carthage, very frequently he was compelled to entertain guests at the same hour holding the most antagonistic views on the Mormon question. When Joseph and Hyrum Smith were killed at the Carthage jail, Mr. Hamilton, as soon as he heard of it, went to the jail with a wagon and conveyed the bodies to his house, where he constructed rude coffins in which they were placed. On the following morning, accompanied by two of his sons and two neighbors, he conveyed the bodies in a wagon to ISlauvoo and delivered them to their friends. For this humane act he was cordially thanked by the Mormon people, and was also offered substantial tokens of their gratitude. The last, however, he declined. During the hostiities that followed between the Mormons and Anti-Mormons, an artillery company at Carthage had, for some cause, disbanded, and a sixpound iron cannon belonging to it had, to some extent, become public property. Mr. Hamilton, learning that a Mormon squad headed by one Jo Backenstos, a " Jack Mormon" leader, was coming to take away the cannon, unlimbered the gun and hid it in a cornfield, where it staid until the arrival of the State forces, to whom he gave it up.

In July, 1851, a great calamity fell upon Mr. Hamilton, in the loss of five members of his family by cholera. One sister and a daughter died on the 16th-, his wife, on the 18th; his oldest son, Marvin, on the 19th, and his remaining sister, on the 23d. In 1852 Mr. H. married Mrs. Susan Smith, who survives him and still resides at Carthage.

In 1855 Mr. Hamilton laid out the town, now city, of Hamilton, opposite Keokuk. This enterprise did not prove a pecuniary success. His reticence during his life relative to this enterprise necessarily abridges what would doubtless have been a valuable and interesting portion of the history of the " City of Hamilton." It is said by some that Mr. H. never had but one hobby in his life, and that was the 4th of July . It was his habit from childhood to regard the day as one of peculiar significance to Americans, - a day to be observed and honored witli ceremonies appropriate to its patriotic inspirations. He was a leading and directing spirit in every 4th of July celebration taking place in the town or vicinity.

For the celebration of the 4tii of July, 1873, at Carthage, Mr. Hamilton had spent much time, labor and expense. The programme for the day was mostly gotten up by him. It was to consist, in a large part, of a military display and mock battle by the "Army of the Revolution," as Mr. Hamilton delighted to call it. This army consisted of some 300 boys, for whom military hats and wooden guns had been provided by Mr. H. The military parade took place, the mimic battle was fought to the satisfaction of all, and the general programme for the day was carried out as the old veteran had devised. The troops were then mustered into line and marched to his residence, after which arms were stocked, and the troops were dismissed. While there, assembled at his well, he made the boys a little speech. "Boys," said he, "you have done nobly to-day; you have acted like patriots and gentlemen, and lam proud of you. This is the last 4th of July I will ever celebrate, boys, and I want you to remember this: Mind your parents and remember the 4th of July, and you will all make good men and be an honor to the country." The boys then dispersed to their homes. Mr. Hamilton then sat down on the porch of his home to converse with his family and visiting friends. In a short time he complained of feeling sick. He went into the house and lay down, while his daughter fanned him. Shortly he said he felt better. His sons, William and Elisha, were with him, and he conversed with them easily and cheerfully some minutes. Soon he ceased to converse, and lay with his eyes closed, as if asleep. It was then discovered that his limbs were quite cold, and that he was unconscious. Physicians were sent for and restoratives applied, but he was beyond the aid of medical skill, or the kind offices of friends. The old patriot was dead. He passed away as peacefully as an infant falls asleep in its mother's arms. The precise moment of his death is not known, but it could not have been far from one-half past six o'clock p. M., or about one hour after he had dismissed the " boy soldiers," at his house.

Thus lived and died the patriot citizen; doubtless had he been permitted to select the hour of his death, he would not have wished it differently. The celebration he had planned and labored for with such zeal, had happily passed off to his complete satisfaction. He had said, " Boys, this is my last 4th of July." He evidently thought that it was, and thus feeling, he doubtless welcomed the summons to rest. Four of his children yet survive him, whose names are as follows: William R. Hamilton, who was born in Johnstown, N. Y., Nov. 5, 1829; he was elected Sheriff of Hancock county in 1858, and has filled various other offices of trust and honor, among which is Supervisor, etc., etc. He now resides at Carthage. John D. Hamilton was also a native of Johnstown, N. Y., and born April 30, 1S33. He served as Sergeant Major in the 16th 111. Vol. Inf. during the war of the Rebellion. He is now a Clerk in the Illinois Penitentiary, at Chester, 111. Mary B. Hamilton, the only surviving daughter, lives at Carthage. Elisha B. Hamilton was a soldier in the late war, and acted as 1st Lieut. Co. B, in the 118th 111. Vol. Inf. He is a lawyer by profession, and resides in Quincy, 111. He is now Inspector General of the Illinois National Guard, and a member of the Governor's Staff.

Elisha Bentley Hamilton, youngest son of Artois Hamilton, was born Oct. 5, 1S3S, at Carthage, 111., in the old house there, then known as " Hamilton's Tavern," situated on north Main street. Spent his early life about the farm, saw-mill and tavern, and ia 1856 entered Illinois College, at Jacksonville; graduated in June, 1860, with the degree of B. S. Enlisted as a private, in August, 1862, and assisted in raising Capt. McClaughry's company, wliich became Co. B in the 118th Inf. Vols., and on the formation of regiment at Camp Butler, was appointed Quartermaster Sergeant; was promoted to 1st Lieutenant Co. B, Nov. 14, 1863. Served almost continuously with the regiment, which was with Shermaji at the first attack on Vicksburg, at the capture of Arkansas Post, through the Vicksburg campaign and capture, capture of Jackson, Miss., Franklin's campaign in "Western La., in 1864, and Gen. Davidson's march to the Gulf. [See Hist, of llSth Regt.] Was mustered out with the regiment at Springfield, Oct. 13, 1865, having served over three years. In June, 1866, Lieut. H. entered the office of Warren & Wheat, at Quincy, 111., to study law, and was admitted to practice in the State Coiirts June 1, 1868, and the U. S. Circuit and District Courts in January, 1872. On admission to the Bar, he was taken as a member of the firm, which became Warren, Wheat & Hamilton, afterward. Wheat, Ewing & Hamilton, at present, Ewing & Hamilton. On March 3, 1868, Mr. H. was appointed Surveyor of Customs for the port of Quincy, by Pres. Johnson, and re-appointed by Pres. Grant April, 1872, which office he resigned July, 1875, and recommended its abolition Jan. 14, 1873. Mr. Hamilton was commissioned by Gov. Oglesby as 1st Lieut, of the Quincy National Guards, a fine military organization, and was. May 26, 1876, commissioned as Captain of the Co. by Gov. Beveridge. By direction of Gov. Cullom, he took command of the 8th Regt. of I. N. G.,and went to East St. Louis, during the riots of 1877, and received for his course on that occasion warm praise from the commanding General. Feb. 26, 1878, was placed on the staff of Gov. Cullom, as Brig.-Gen. and Chief of Artillery; and on Jan. 5, 1880, was commissioned by the Governor as Inspector General of the I. N. G., which position he now holds. In June, 1878, Illinois College voluntarily conferred on

Wlllmm R. Hainiltoti, Deputy Circuit Clerk, is a son of the venerable Artois Hamilton, whose biography is given elsewhere in this volume, and was born in Johnstown, Fulton county, N. Y., Nov. 5, 1829. He was married in this county in June, 1854, to Miss Martha H., daughter of AVarren Miller, a native of Elmira, N. Y., by whom he has 3 children: Ida A., Willard C. and Herbert. In 1855 Mr. H. was appointed Census-taker, and compiled the records of the census of that j^ear. He served as Supervisor five years in Prairie township, and was elected Sheriff" in 1858, serving two years; in fact, his whole life has been spent in an official capacity. Mr. H. is one of the oldest pioneers of Hancock county, and at present fills the position of Deputy Circuit Clerk. He is grandson of Gad and Ann Hamilton, the former born April 12, 1768, and died May 8, 1848; the latter born March 11, 1776, and died Aug, 3, 1851.

William T. Hannon, physician, was born in "Wood county, O., in 1839. He commenced the battle of life without means, and acquired his education by his own energy and industry. His early schooling was obtained at Waterville, O., and when 17 years ot age took charge of the seminary in Coles county, O., which he conducted one year with satisfaction. He then read law one year, and commenced the study of medicine with P. G.Corkins, of Liberty, Adams Co. When the dark cloud of Rebellion broke over the land he enlisted in Co. D, 4th I. V. I., and served one year; was severely wounded on the Gasconade river. Mo., while on picket duty, by a minie-ball through his foot and two bayonet thrusts in his body. He was confined in the field hospital some time, and taken to the home of a local physician, where he was kindly cared for until able to return home in Maj^, 1862. He returned to his studies with Dr. Corkins, and attended lectures prior to his army service at Ann Arbor, Mich. In 1869 he received his diploma from the Iowa University. He instituted the class of anatomy in that school, and was connected with that college for four years. He first began practice in Denver, Hancock Co., and in 1871 moved to this city, where he has since been in active and successful practice. In the fall of 1863 he married Miss Emma S. Young, a native ot Fort Madison, Iowa, and daughter of Colonel Thomas E. Young, of Pennsylvania. They have 5 living children: Mary L., "William H., John T., Bertha J. and George R. The Doctor is a member ot the Masonic order and one of the most prominent and successful physicians of the county. Politically, he iisually votes the Democratic ticket. His parents, John and Fannie (Barr) Hannon, were natives of Ireland. His father was born in Narragansett Bay, the vessel was en route to America. He settled in Ohio, in 1825, where they both died during the boyhood days of our subject. Samuel E. Sarnest, farmer, sec. 25; P. O., Carthage; is son of John and Anna (Spitler) Harnest, natives of Upshur county, "W. Ya., and was born in Champaign coiinty, O., in 1835. His parents emigrated to that State at an early day, and to tliis county in 1838, and resided in Hancock tp. until 1863, then moved to this tp., where he died in 1866. The mother still survives, in the 71st year of her age. The subject of this sketch was married in 1861 to Miss Matilda A. Walton, a native of this county, and their children are: Mary E., John W. and Frederick E. Mr. H. has a farm of 240 acres, valued at $10 per acre; has been School Director, and is one of the early settlers of Hancock; is a member of the Baptist Church, and is well and favorably known.

George W. Haynie, farmer, sec. 27; P. O., Carthage; was born in Scott county, 111, in 1839. His parents, Henry and Nellie (Hight) Haynie, were natives of Kentucky, and settled in the above county in 1820 or 1S21. His father entered land in that county, and moved to this county in 1853, and located in Wythe tp., where he died in Dec, 1872; his mother died in March of the same year. He was one of the oldest settlers of Scott county, and a pioneer of the State. The subject of this sketch enlisted in 1861 in Co. F, 50th Eegt. I. V. I., and served three years. He participated in the battle of Ft. Henry, Donelson, siege of Corinth, Corinth, Reseca, and was honorably discharged in 1866. He was united in matrimony to Miss Charlotte, daughter of Henry Bartlett, of Lee county, Iowa, and their two children are Nellie and Henry E. Mr. H. came to this county in 1853, and settled on his present farm in 1869. It consists of 80 acres, valued at $65 per acre. This valuable land is said to be the best 80-acre farm in the county. He is School Director, and member of the Presbyterian Church. Politically is Republican and was a strong Grant man.

R. C. Halladay, M . D., was born in McDonough county, 111., in 1852; is son of John and Catharine (Fugate) Halladay, natives of Kentucky and Virginia, who settled in Lamoyn tp., McDonough county, in 1832, where he became prominently distinguished, serving many years as Justice of the Peace, and filling many other offices. In 1877 he moved to Carroll county, Mo., where he now resides. The subject of this sketch began the study of medicine with Dr. D. G. Fugate, of McDonough county, and attended medical lectures at the St. Louis, Mo., Medical School in 1873-'71. He then entered the medical college at Keokuk, Iowa, and graduated at that institution in 1878. He began the practice of his profession at Elm Tree, Hancock county, where he resided until the spring of 1880, when he moved here, and became associated with Wm.F. Hannou of this city. This firm have established themselves on the Public Square and have a large practice. Dr. H. was united in marriage June 5, 1877, to Miss Clemmie White, a native of Harrison county, O. They have one child, Blanche. The Dr. is a member of the Hancock Medical Society, and the family are members of the M. E. Church; politically he is a Democrat.

John Helfrich, proprietor of meat market, Carthage, was born in Germany in 1834; emigrated to America in 1849, and settled in Hamilto n county, O., where he was engaged in farming for eight years, then started for California, going only to New Orleans, La., where he stopped one year. In 1855 he moved to this city, and in 1860 established himself in his present business. The same year he married Miss Josephine Loring, a native of this city, by whom he has 7 children, - Edward, Mary, Stella, Charles, John, George and Burt. In 1862 Mr. H. enlisted in Co. B, 118th Eegt. I. V. I., and served until the close of the war. He participated in the battles of Vicksburg, Yazoo River, Port Gibson, Champion Hills, Black River, the charge on Vicksburg, Jackson, Miss., Apaloosa, Ala., and all the battles in which thatRegt. was engaged. Two years of this service he had the position of Bugler Mr. H. is a member of the Catholic Church, a member of the A. O. U. W. and one of the oldest and most respected business men of Carthage. Politically he is a Republican.

William W. Hughes, dealer in harness and saddlery, Carthage, was born in Bourbon county, Ky., in 1821, and son of William and Nancy (Hayden) Hughes, native of Maryland, who emigrated to Kentucky, where they both died. He came to this country in 1854, and opened the first harness shop in the city, where he has since been actively engaged. He served an apprenticeship at his trade, in his native State, and at one time ran a drug store, harness shop and farm in this county. His advantages for education were limited, and he began work in a cotton factory when a boy. By industry and perseverance he has realized success, and has accumulated a nice property, and is one of the oldest and respected merchants of Carthage. He was married in 1846 to Miss Elizabeth Payne, a native of Kentucky. He is a member of the Masonic order, and of the Christian Church. He erected the store he now occupies in 1876, and has a very lucrative trade. Politically, is a Democrat. Mr. and Mrs. Hughes have 4 children, - Perry, Leroy, Albert and Henry.

George T. Hunsaker, hardware merchant, was born in Fayette county, Pa., in 1820. His parents, Jacob and Mary (Troutman)Hunsaker, were natives of Pennsylvania, and settled in Butler county, O., in 1821, where his father died in 1863; his mother died at Cincinnati, in 1832. He came to this county in the fall of 1860, and was for some time engaged in the express and postoffice. He then opened a dry-goods house on the North Side, and the following year engaged in the grocery trade. In 1865, he opened his present place of business, where he has since been industriously at work. He was married in 1844, to Miss Amelia Coddington, of Cincinnati, and they have 4 children: Anna, Abbie W., wife of Prof. Easterday; Walter J., of the Oazette,2indL Robert L. He was acting Postmaster two years, and express agent same time. Is a member of the I. O. O. F., and of the Presbyterian Church. Po-

History Of Hancock Oodntt

John yacfcfH, proprietor of the Stevens House, Carthage, is a son of William and Lettie (Ellis) Jackson, who came friim Kentucky, their native State, to this county in 1852. Four years afterward they settled on the original Pilot Grove farm in that tp. , where he died in 1874. John J. was born in Bracken county, Ky., in 1848. Was married in 1870 to Miss Anna Brunk, widow of Richard D. Haines, a native of Schuyler county. Mr. J. remained on the homestead until the fall of 1879, when he assumed the proprietorship of the Stevens House, which he is now conducting successfully. The house, under his management, commands the patronage of the best traveling public.

James G. Johnson^ manufacturer of corn-hnskers, was born in Jefferson count}', Ky., Dec. 24, 1827, and moved with his parents, George and Eleanor (Guthrie) Johnson, to Adams county, 111., in 1831, where his father died in 1869. He was entensively engaged in the nursery business, and was reputed the oldest nursery man in the county, and was extensively known throughout the county. His wife and mother, who survive, reside in that county. The subject of this sketch came to this county in 1855, and located in Durham tp., where he resided nine years. After a residence of three years in Elvaston he moved to Carthage. In 1871 his ingenious faculties worked out a corn-husker, upon which he obtained a patent, and he is now largely engaged in the manufacture of this article, with which he has a large and increasing trade. He erected a factory on the lot in the rear of his residence, and has completed all arrangements for this trade. Mr. J. was married in 1850 to Miss Melvina J. Thomas, a native of this State. Their two children are Ella and Alice. Mr. J. is a member of the A. O. U. W. and of the M. E. Church. His early education was limited, and his success is wholly due to his energy and natural inventive talent. Politically he is a Republican.

Oeo. M. Kellogg, M. D., was born in Chautauqua county, N. Y., in 1S3G. He received his collegiate education at Oberlin College, O. ; then he entered the Ohio Medical College, at Cincinnati, and began practice in that city. He spent the years 1857 and '58 in Minnesota, and the following year moved to Keokuk. At the outbreak of the war he enlisted as Surgeon in the army, and served in the Department of the Cumberland under Buell. He had charge of the general hospitals at Lebanon, Ky., and in April, 1862, was sent to Virginia, and assigned to the Kanawha Division, and Chief Surgeon of the 8th Army Corps. He served until the close of the war and returned to Keokuk, continuing his practice. He became interested in the study of anatomy, and delivered the lectures of eight sessions at the Keokuk Medical College. In the spring of 1875 he moved to Carthage, where he has since followed his profession. He was married in 1866 to Miss Sarah W. Brown, a native of Tennessee, where she was left an orphan. She was educated in the Female Seminary, at BuflFalo,]S'. Y., and graduated with honors at that school - a person of cultivated taste, refinement, education, and a fluent writer. She is a correspondent of some of the popular magazines published in the country. To this union 3 children have been born, 2 of whom are living, Marion and Julia. The Doctor is a member of the Mutual Aid Association and Medical Examiner, and a physician of great experience.

Thomas J. Lane, former, sec. 36; P. 0., Carthage; was born in Hancock county in 1811, and is a son of Frederick W. and Julia A. (Rucker) Lane, who came to this county in 1839; located one year in Chili tp., and moved to Bear Creek, where he resided till his death. The widow and mother and 10 children survive. The subject of this sketch was married in Sept., 1861, to Miss Mary E. Jones, a native of Cincinnati, O. They have 4cliildren: Mary V., Lawrence D., Wilemina K. and "Walter S. After marriage they settled on his present estate of 80 acres, valued at $35 per acre; he also owns 80 acres on sec. 35; same valuation. In 1862 he enlisted iu Co. H, 118th I. V. I., and served until the close of the war. He participated in the baltles of Yazoo River, Arkansas Post, Thompson's Hill, Jackson, Miss., Baker's Creek, Black River bridge, siege of Vicksburg, Jackson (2d), and other skirmishes. He was wounded at Thompson's Hill in the knee by a spent ball, and lost a finger in a skirmish in the rear of Vicksburg, May 14, 186i.

Samuel W. Layton, Count}' Superintendent of Schools, was born in Sussex county, Del., in 1831, son of John and Elizabeth (White) Layton, natives of that State, where they both died. The subject of this sketch came to this State in 1864-, and settled in Adams county, where he engaged in teaching. From 1850 until 1863 he followed this calling iu Marion county, Mo. He received his education at the Baptist Seminary at Palmyra, Mo., and he became a thorough student in the mathematical and scientific branches. In 1865 he removed to this county, and in 1868 was married to Miss Mary J. Henderson, a native of Adams county. 111. He served as Collector and Assessor in St. Alban's tp. and has always been identified with the interests of the county. He was elected to his present position in 1877. He is also member of the Independent Mutual Aid Insurance Company, and of the Methodist Church. He is the father of -i children, 3 boys and one girl; Charles, Robert, James and Julia.

Chris. Y. Long, Postmaster, is a son of Christian and Catherine (Yetter) Long, natives of Lancaster county. Pa., who emigrated to Ohio in 1837, where they resided until 1856, when they moved to this county and settled in this tp., where she died with cholera in 1848. He is a resident of this tp. They had 4 children, 2 of whom are living: Mary A., wife of Joseph A. Deahner, and the subject of this sketch, who was born in Marion county, Ohio, in 1842. He followed farming until 1861, when he enlisted in Co. B, 32d 111. "Vol. Inf.; was promoted to 1st Lieutenant and served until the close of the war. He participated in the battles of Pittsburof Landing, where he was wounded, and confined in the hospital at St. Louis. Kecovering, he returned home on a furlough of 60 days and rejoined his regiment. Was engaged in the siege of Corinth, Platchie Eiver, siege of Vicksburg, and with Sherman on his march to the sea, through the grand review at Washington, and mustered out at Ft. Leavenworth, Kansas. Keturned home and went to Pontiac, 111., where he was engaged with a dry-goods firm one year, when he came back to this county and followed fai-ming three years. Subsequently he filled a clerkship until appointed Postmaster, October 28, 1873. Was re-appointed in 1877, and has filled that oflnce to the general satisfaction of the public. He was married in 1865 to Miss Sarah E. Weir, a native of Washington count}-, Ind., where she was born in 1S4S. Their two children are Mabel and Pearl. In July, 1877, he organized Co. G, of the 8th I. E". G., was elected Major and commissioned Sept. 16, 1877. His grandparents were John and Elizabeth (Young) Long, descendants of the family of Longs who were sold for their passage from Germany to America in 1760, to the Captain of the vessel that conveyed them to American soil.

Edward Lowery, farmer, sec. 4; P. O., Carthage; was born in Tompkins county, N. Y., in 1814. He was married in 1841 to Miss Harriet Crossen, a native of Dutchess county, !N. Y. Two years afterward he moved to this State and located in Schuyler Co. where he resided until 1866, at which time he moved to this tp and on his present estate in 1875, consisting of 110 acres, valued at $45 per acre. Mr. L. has been connected with the M. E. Church for 40 years, and numbers among the enterprising farmers of this tp. He has raised a family of 6 children, all of whom are living, - James, Mary A., John, Andrew, Asbury and Harriet.

Tracing the ancestry backward, his father, John Manier, was born Aug. 4, 1804, and married Ann G. Williams Dec. 18, 1828, and died in Mt. Sterling, Ky., March 17, 1866; his wife died Sept. 16, 1863. His father was also John Manier, who was born Dec. 18, 1779, in Virginia; his parents were Jonathan Manier and Magden

Manier, and he died in 1856. He was married four times, to the following persons, by whom he had children as follows: John Manier, Sr., was first married Dec. 9, 1801, to Sibba Howell, in Virginia, when they came to Kentucky and settled in Fleming count}', on the Licking river, near Gill's Mills. His first wife died Oct. 1, 1810. 2. To jerusha McOartv, Aug. 15, 1811, who died Jan. 13, 1827. 3. To Sal lie McKinzie, Dec. 18, 1827, who died Sept. 13, 1845. 4. To Polly A. Feron, Sept. 26, 1847, who survived him. The following are his children and the dates of their births, deaths, etc.: Polly Manier, by Sibba Manier, bora Oct. 19, 1802, who was married to James Harty and died Aug. 18, 1835. John Manier, by Sibba Manier, born Aug. 4, 1804; married Dec. 18, 1828, to Ann G. Williams; he died March 17, 1866. Howell Manier, by Sibba Manier, born Aug. 7, 1809, was married to Nancy Lindsay, of Mt. Sterling, Ky.; he died June 22, 1843. Sibba Manier, by Sallie Manier, born Oct. 29, 1828, and was married to Daniel Crear in Montgomery county, Ky., and is still living. Jonathan Manier, bj' same wife, was born Jan. 3, 1831. Martha Manier, by the same wife, was born May 29, 1833, who was married to her cousin, Jonathan Manier. Nancy Manier, by the same wife, was born Sept. 1, 1835, and was married to George Berkley in Mt. Sterling, Ky., where he is still living. Lydia Manier, by the same wife, was born April 1, 1838.

Jonathan Manier, the father of John Manier, Sr., was born in Yirfinia in the year 1759, was killed in his twenty-fourth year, by tlie ndians, in 1783. He married Magdalen Peavler, by whom he had

The subject of the present sketch came from Montgomery county in May, 1851, to Quincy, Illinois, then just past twenty one years of age. He immediately commenced the study of the law, in the law office of Williams & Lawrence, the firm consisting of the Hon. Archibald Williams, afterward appointed United States District Judge for Kansas, and Charles B. Lawrence, afterward and for many years Judge of the Supreme (]ourt of this State, now a resident of the city of Chicago, where he has a large and lucrative practice. He was admitted to the Bar to practice law by the license of the Judges of the Supreme Court, then composed of the Hon. S. H. Treat, Lyman Trumbul, and John D. Caton. His license was issued in 1852. He came and located in Carthage, Hancock county, about the 1st of June, and opened a law oflfice. In the course of the year he formed a partnership with John M. Ferris, with whom he remained in the practice as partner until in the spring of 1856 or 1857, when a new firm was formed consisting of the Hon. B. F. Scotield, John M. Ferris and himself, which was continued some six or eight years, the practice proving rather lucrative. After the dissolution of that iirm, he formed a partnership with Bryant F. Person, and in a few years afterward John D. Miller was admitted into the firm, which continned for quite a number of years. His partner now is Mr. Miller, who was admitted to the Bar while a student in the office of Mauler & Peterson, who has made great proficienc}' in the practice of the law, and now stands deservedly higli as a young advocate and counselor.

For the last six years the subject of this sketch has been devoting the most of his time in assisting the reporter of the Supreme Court in preparing head notes of adjudged cases, which frequently calls him away from home and his office. His politics are Democratic, but not of so decisive a cast as to make him forfeit the friendship and esteem of many who are opposed to him politically. In matters of religion he does not ally himself with any particular tenets or dogmas, but is rather disposed to take a liberal view in all such matters. His portrait is given in this work.

William E. Mason, State's Attorney, is a native of Harrison county, W. Virginia, where he was born in 1852, son of Peter and Tabitha (Shinn) Mason, native of Connecticut, and grandson of Isaac and Nancy Shinn, who settled in W. Virginia in 1810, and were the original founders of Shinnstown, so named in honor of the family. His parents came to this county in 1854 and settled in Durham tp., on sec. 33, where they at this time reside. The subject of this sketch received his early education at the La Harpehigh school, and afterward completed his studies at Adrian College, Adrian, Mich., at which institution he was graduated in 1872. The same year he was married at Adrian, Mich., to Miss Helen, daughter of H. Osborn, a native of Seneca Co., N. Y. The following year he was admitted to the Bar, and began the practice of his profession in this city. Was elected State's Attorney in 1876, which office he fills to the entire satisfaction of his many friends ; although young in his profession he has at this time prosecuted a number of important cases at Springfield, 111., with mai'ked success. He is the father of 3 children, - Penfield E., Waldo O. and Vera H.

James Madden, farmer, sec. 6; P. O., Carthage; was born in Ireland in 1819. He was married July 22, 181:0, to Miss Mary Wright, a native of Ireland, and the following year emigrated to America, stopping a short time in Canada, and locating in Rutland county, Vt. Here he obtained employment on the railroad, and secured work in any available capacity. He traveled considerably over the different States, and Nov. 6, 1856, settled on the spot of ground he now occupies, which, by his energy and industry, now consists of 740 acres. He also owns two quarters in Rock Creek tp., one quarter in Prairie, and 80 acres in Pilot Grove. He erected his fine and commodious residence in 1861, which is the finest farming residence in the tp. He had no advantages for education, and wlien he landed in America he had but 50 cents in his pocket. Of the several children that have been born to him, 6 are living, - Frank, Eliza, Ellen, Sarah, Mary and Susan. The deceased

Matthew McClaughry vf3.& born in Delaware county, N. T., Jan. 17, 1803. He settled in Hancock county, 111., at Fountain Green, in 1837. and resided there until his death, which occurred August 12, 1879. His mother was born in County Antrim, Ireland, and was a first cousin of Gen. Richard Montgomery, who fell at the storming of Quebec. Matthew McClaughry was thrice married. His first wife, Margaret Seal, died in 1833, and was buried in New York. Her daughter Margaret still survives, and is the wife of Dr. A. J. Grifiith, of Carthage. His second wife, Mary Hume, whom he married in 1838, was the daughter of Robert and Catharine Hume, both natives of Scotland, born near Abbotsford, the home of Walter Scott. By this wife he had 3 children, 2 of whom, R. W. McClaughry, of Joliet, and Mrs. Rev. D. G. Bradford, of Princeton, still survive. The youngest, Mrs. S. S. Findley, died in Carthage, May 19, 1878, aged 34 years. Mrs. Mary Hume McClaughry died at Fountain Green July 5, 1852, at the age of 89. His third wife was Miss Eliza Campbell, to whom he was married in New York in the fall of 1853, and who still survives him. Judge Sharp, who knew him well, tlius speaks of him in the Gazette of August 20, 1879 : " Mr. McClaughry was a man of great industry and energy of character, but his manners were always quiet and unobtrusive. We became acquainted with him in 1841, and have always known him as one of the most useful, publicspirited and benevolent men of the county. He was widely known among the old settlers, and was prominent in Mormon times, as a staunch, reliable, but discreet opponent of Mormon aggressions. In his intercourse with his fellow-men he was always on the side ot religion and morality; charitable, but unostentatious in his charities. He was the friend of the deserving poor, and was ever ready to help those who were willing to help themselves. -He was a good man in all the relations of life, and set an example in his daily walk and in his intercourse with his neighbors, that young men would do well to follow."

Major Robert W. McClaughry, the present able and efiicient Warden of the Northern Penitentiary at Joliet, is a native of this county. He was born July 22, 1839, in a log house, where now is the village of Fountain Green. His father, Mr. Matthew Mc- . Claughry, settled there in ] 836. His mother's maiden name was Mary Hume. She was the daughter of Robert Hume, a Scotchman, who traced his family back to the " Lord Home," of whom Sir Walter Scott speaks in one of his poems. Mr. McClaughry was raised on his father's farm, attending school at the villaee during winters, until the winter of 1853-'4, when he was sent to school at Macomb, 111. The winter of 1854-'5 was also spent in Macomb, and in November, 1856, he entered Monmouth College, where he graduated in 1860. The year after his graduation was spent in teaching in the same institution, when he was tendered the Profes- sorsliip of Languages, which he declined on account of ill health. In July, 1861, Mr. McClaughry came to Carthage, and in company with his brother-in-law. Dr. A. J. Griffith, purchased of G. M. Child the Carthage Republican, and issued the first number under the new management Aug. 1, 1861, Mr. McClaughry as editor. Under Mr. Child it had been, as is well remembered, a Democratic journal, strongly opposed to putting down the Rebellion which was then raging, by force of arms. The battle of Manassas was fought July 22, 1861, and the last editorial written by Mr. Child was an argument to prove by its results the impossibility of putting down the Eebellion, and the necessity of letting " the wayward sisters go in peace." Mr. McClaughry had been an ardent Douglas Democrat, and supported him in nothing more heartily than in his declaration that Rebellion must be crushed by force of arms, and so long as it existed there '' could be but two parties, patriots and traitors." Consequently he was a pronounced "War Democrat," and so conducted the Republican.

As recruiting was at that time going quite briskly for the Union army, he was often called upon during the fall of 1861 to attend meetings and speak in favor of enlistments. In this way he helped recruit the 2d 111. Cavalry, the 7th Mo. Cavalry, part of which was raised in Hancock county; and, in the spring and summer ot

On the 15th of August he enlisted as a private, in what was afterward kuown as Co. B, 118th 111. Vols. Upon the completion of the company organization, he was w/iawiwioifsZy elected Captain, receiving every vote except his own. He proceeded to Springfield and tendered his command to Gov. Yates, who at once commissioned him to take command of the five companies then organized in Hancock county, under the call of July, 1862, and conduct them to the rendezvous at Camp Butler, near Springfield. This mission he fulfilled, and after reaching camp, the 118th regiment 111. Yols., was completed, of which he was elected Major.

In this capacity he served with his regiment in the campaign against Vicksburg, conducted by Gen. Sherman in the winter of 1862; the campaign against Arkansas Post, under Gen. McCleruand in Jan., 1863; also the campaign under Gen. Grant, which resulted in the capture of Vicksburg in July, 1863; participating with it in the battles of Champion Hills (May 16, 1863), Big Black (May 17), the investment of Vicksburg (May 19), and the movements and battles of May 20 and 21, which culminated in the bloody but unsuccessful assault unon the Rebel works. May 22,

1863. He also took part in the siege of Jackson, Miss., July 1863, after which was ordered with his regiment to Port Hudson, and afterward to New Orleans, reaching the latter city Aug. 16, 1S63.

rejoin his command, he was detailed by Gen. Banks, then commanding Department of the Gnlf, on recruiting service, and spent the early months of 1864 on that duty in Illinois.

In June, 1864, he was transferred from the field to the Pay Department, ordered to Springfield, and there served as Paymaster until Oct. 14, 1865, when he was honorably mustered out of service, having served three 3-ears and two months through some of the most difficult and exciting campaigns of the war.

But the Major was not long permitted to remain in private life. In November, 1865, he was elected County Clerk of Hancock county, and held the office until Dec. 1, 1869.

In lSf,9 and '70 he was associated with Messrs. Wm. Patterson, Wm. Timberman and Guy Wells, of Keokuk, in furnishing stone for the foundation of the new State House at Springfield, and also for the piers of the bridge spanning the Mississippi between Keokuk and Hamilton. It may here be proper to mention that he was one of the original incorporators of that Bridge Company, and voted steadily along with Col. Alexander Sympson, H. G. Ferris, A. J. Griffith and F. M. Corby, Esqs., against transferring the charter to its present owners until they would contract and bind themselves to make said bridge a waoon and foot bridge as well as a railroad bridge. They fought over the matter all one day with Mr. Strong, of Keokuk, and others, who represented the railroad, who urged that a wagon bridge could not be built in connection with a railroad bridge. Major McClaughry and his associates maintained that it could and must be so built, or they could not have the charter, and finally carried the point, to the great benefit of Hancock county and the community generally.

In 1871 the Major removed to St. Louis to look after some quarry interests he held at St. Genevieve, but the venture proving unsuccessful, and his health failing, he returned in 1872, and was residing at Monmouth when appointed Warden of the Illinois State Penitentiary at Joliet, Aug. 1, 1874, which position he still holds.

Major McClaughry possesses remarkable executive ability, which, associated with good judgment and a kindly disposition,, qualifies him pre-eminently for the position, and we but echo the prevailing opinion among the State officials and people, when we say that the penitentiary has never been under better management.

The Major is a good writer and fluent speaker, and in addition to the services rendered during the recruiting days, before alluded to, in behalf of the Union cause, he has since made many efi'ective speeches in aid of the Republican party.

Francis W. McClellan, principal of Highland School, Carthage, was born in Washington county, N. Y., in 1831, son of Robert and Eliza (Small) McClellan, both natives of that county, who emigrated to Will county. III, in 1850, where they resided until the fall of 1857, when they moved to Russell county, Kan., wliere they yet reside. The subject of this sketch was educated in his native county and began teaching in Will county. 111., where he was enjjaged until 1856, when he moved to Tama county, Iowa. Here he enu^aged in teaching and served as Captain of Militia ia the Home Guard. In 1S63 he enlisted as Lieutenant in the 4th Iowa Battery and sers-ed until the close of the war. Upon his return in 1S65, he was appointed principal of the Wills School, Iowa, where he officiated six years. In 1870 he purchased and settled upon a farm of 160 acres in Prairie tp., this county, and engaged in farming until appointed to his present position in 1879, when he moved to this city. He was married in 1856 to Miss Sarah A. Selvey, a native of Kendall county, 111., who died ia 1859. She was a daughter of Walter Selvej', Esq., a pioneer who participated in the Sauk war. He had one child by his first wife, Francis H. He was again married June 9, 1870, to Miss Sarah R., daughter of Peter Jackson, and a native of Ohio, and they have 2 children living - Ethel C. and Myrta L. Mr. McClellan served as Assessor two terms in Tama county, Iowa, and was Justice of the Peace four years, and is a member of the Masonic order. Politically is a Republican.

JamenW. McKee, farmer, sec. 16; P. O., Carthage; was born in Brown count3% O., in 1840. His parents, James and Mary (Pangburn) McKee, were natives of that State, and emigrated to Illinois in 1857, and settled in this tp., where they resided until their death. The subject of this sketcli was married in October, 1859, to Miss Margaret, daughter of Wm. Weir, a native of this county. To this union 7 children were born, 5 of whom are living: Ida, Albert A., Margaret J., Effie and Maud; Edgar and Clarence are deceased. Mr. M. settled on his present estate iu 1865, consisting of 40 acres, valued at $60 per acre. Also owns 33 acres of timber in Hancock tp. He is Road Commissioner. The family are members of the Presbyterian Church. Politically, Mr. M. endorses Republican administration.

I^. P. McKee, dealer in agricultural implements, is a native oi Brown county, 0., where he was born in 1845, and is the youngest livingchild of James and Mary N. (Pangburn) McKee, natives of Pennsylvania, who settled in Ohio at an early time, and moved to this county in 1857, and died in 1859. He was a veteran of the war of 1812, and his father, James, was a relic of the Revolutionary war. She died in this tp. in 1860. The subject of this sketch engaged in farming until 1862, when he enlisted in Co. F, 7th Mo. Cav., and served until the close of the war. He participated in the battles of Lone Jack, Marks Mills, Prairie Grove, and others in which the regiment was engaged. He was principally engaged in scouting and hunting guerrillas. He was honorably discharged and mustered out at Little Rock, Ark. Returning home he engaged in farming two years, and in 1869 joined a partnership and entered the mercantile trade. Three years afterward he was appointed Constable and served one year. The following two years he served as night watchman in the National Bank of tliis city. He then became interested in the sale of agricultural implements, and has established a good trade. In 1870 he was married to Miss Ella R. Johnson, a native of this State. To them have been born 2 children: William T. and Irwin G. Mr. McKee is First Lieutenant of Co. G, 8th Regt., I. N. G.; is a member of the Masonic order, and of the Presbyterian Church. Politically he is a Republican.

Thos. J. McMalion, farmer, sec. 31; P. O., Carthage; was born in Hancock county, Ill.,in 1845, son of Andrew and Mary (Crawford) McMahon, natives of Kentucky, who emigrated to this county in 1832, and settled near Chili, where be entered land. The following year he moved to Wythe tp. and secured the second farm taken up in that township. Grandfather Crawford also came in at the same time, and took up land, and the families are among the early pioneers of Hancock. Thos. J.'s mother died in 1870. His father resides in Wythe tp. Mr. McMahon has always been engaged in farming, and by industry and energy has made it a complete success. He was married in 1870 to Miss Anna, daughter of J. K. Shinn, a native of this county. By this marriage 3 children have been born, 2 of whom are living: Argyll J. and Letta May. Harry C. is deceased. The farm of 170 acres is valued at $60 per acre. He also has a large tract in Harmony tp., valued at $30 per acre. Mr. McM. is School Director at the present time, and niieraber of the Christian Church. Politically he is Democratic.

F. B. Miller, of the firm of Berry & Miller, grocers and grain dealers, Carthage. The subject ot this sketch was born in Herkimer county, N. Y., in 18i2; son of Erastus and Sophia (Gaylord) Miller, natives of Herkimer and Oneida counties, who emigrated to Hancock county in 1864, and settled in Dallas tp., where he resided until his death in 1871. He was extensively engaged in the dairy business in Herkimer county, N. Y., but lived a quiet and retired life during his residence in this county. The wife and mother survive him, and are residents of Ilion, N. Y. Our subject first became engaged in the U. S. mail service, running between Ft. Madison and Davenport, Iowa. Two years afterward he began operations in the dairy business in Dallas tp., in which he has been entirely successful. His stock farm at that place, consisting of 476 acres, is considered one of the finest stock farms in the county. With a large and convenient factory, and from 75 to 100 head of cows, he does a thriving trade. Mr. M. was married in December, 1871, to Miss Kate M. Black, a native of Pennsylvania, and their 4 children are - Grace, Frederick B., Henry B. and Maud. The eldest daughter is deceased. In November, 1879, Mr, M. commenced under the present firm name in the grain and grocery business. The house is one of the solid concerns in Carthage. He also has a farm of 185 acres of land in this tp., and is always busy in some department of his trade. He has been a member of the Masonic order for 12 years, and is a member of the A. O. U. W. The family are members of the Presbyterian Church. Politically he is a Republican.

Slmrtleff Colleoje, 111., and attended medical lectures at the Missouri Medical College, at which institution he sraduated in 1S61. The appeal of the Government for troops awoke his enthusiastic nature, and he enlisted in Co. K, 16th I. V. I., and after a service of four months was appointed as Surgeon in the TJ. S. navj', and assigned to the bark Brazzalier, of tlie North Atlantic Blockading Squadron, stationed at Cape Hatteras. Subsequently he was transferred to the flag-ship "South&eld," of Burnside's Division, and participated in the battles of Roanoke, JSTewbern, and other smaller engagements. From this department he was transferred to the hospital service, and assigned to a vessel running between St. Louis and Vicksburg. After a faithful service in this department he resigned and began the practice of his profession at Pittstield, Pike county, 111., where he remained until he came to this county in 1864, and settled in this city, where he has since been in active and successful practice. He was married in 1863 to Miss Elizabeth Lynde, a native of Griggsville, 111., who died in 1872. The Doctor was again married in 1874 to Miss Laura Miller, a native of ISTewville, Cumberland count}', Pa. They have had 2 children - Fannie E. and Mary C. One adopted daughter, Haidee, completes the family record. The Doctor was elected Supervisor the spring of 1880, and fills the office of Master in Masonry. Politically he is a strong advocate of Republican principles and administration. His parents were M. J. and Eliza (Tate) Noj^es, natives of New Hampshire and Kentucky. They were married in 1816, and the following year moved to Missouri, where they resided iintil 1812, when they moved to Pittsfield, 111., where he founded the first newspaper in that county, and died in 1867. He was a farmer, but was prominently identified with the interests of his township (Bowling Green Mo.V Mrs. N. is, at this time, a resident of Pittstield, 111.

William Og'dvie, farmer, sec. S;' P. O., Carthage; was born in Columbiana county, O., in 1808. His parents, George and Isabella (Forsyth) Ogilvie, were natives of Scotland and emigrated to America in 1800, and the following year settled in Ohio, where they both died. The subject of this sketch was married in 1832 to Miss Hannah Campbell, a native of Armstrong county, Pa. ; to them 9 children have been born, 8 of whom are living, as follows: Belle, George, Elizabeth, John, William, Hannah J., James and Willie. Mr. O. settled in Schuyler county in 1850, where he resided until the spring of 1853, when he settled ,on his parents' estate in 1859, consisting of 80 acres, valued at $35 per acre. He is Town Trustee at the present time, and has been a member of the Presbyterian Church for -10 years. Politically he is a Democrat, "dyed in the wool," as was his father before him.

A. W. O^Harra, lawyer at Carthage, was born in Adams county, 111., in 1857. His parents, Jeflerson W. and Paulina (Robertson) O'Harra, were natives of Indiana and Illinois, and settled in Adams county in 1845, where he became prominent in the township where he resided. He moved to this county in 1859 and set- tied in Bentley, where he now lives. The subject of this sketch began the stud}' of law in the office of C. J. Scofield, of Carthage, -where he entered the Carthage College, and was graduated at that institution with second honors of his class. He began the practice of his profession in 1879 in this city, and though young, is an able and active practitioner.

Thomns H. Owen while residing in the county was one of its well-known and conspicuous men. He was born in Buncombe county, N. C, June [25, 1797. His father, Mosby Owen, was a well-to-do farmer in that section. At about 19, he, with his parents, removed to Franklin county. 111., and settled in the town of Frankfort. April 2, at the age of 21, he was married to Miss Mary Wren, a native of Kentucky. About eight years afterward he became a professor of religion, and united with the Old-School Baptist Church, and soon after became an ordained minister, which position in good standing he ever afterward held. Mrs. O. also became a member about the same time and continued faithful through life.

In 1S31 he removed with his family to Hancock county and settled six miles east of Carthage, - at that time not laid out. Mr. O. soon became prominent, religiously and politically. He led in constituting the first and all theBaptist Churches organized in the county while he was a resident, ;having sometimes the supervision of three or four, preaching alternately. He was long a member of the Middle Creek Church.

Mr. O. was strongly attached to the Democratic school, and was very popular with his part}'. He was several times elected to the Legislature, and held other offices of honor and trust, as will appear in the course of this historj'. His friends claim that he was a strong Anti-Mormon - "Held Mormon doctrines in perfect abhorence, considering them a great nuisance and detriment to the country, and encouraged every lawful means to get rid of them; but disapproved of many of the unlawful measures taken by the party. He was a law-abiding man, and approved of the course that Governor Ford took in regard to sending troops to quell the disturbances and keep peace."

In the winter of 1846 he sold his farm to Joseph Craven, and purchased property near ISTauvoo and removed there. The same year he was appointed Postmaster at Nauvoo, to succeed Almon W. Babbitt. In 1849 he sold off all his eflects, and started for the gold field of California, accompanied by his two sons, L. F. and J. C. Owen, leaving wife and j-ounger children with his son-in-law, Newton Cauthorn. They were over a year on the way; took the southern I'oute, and did not reach California till the spring of 1850. Hesettled on a farm in Suisun vallej', Solano Co., 50 miles west of Sacramento, and sent for the remainder of his family. In the fall of 1852 he was elected to the California Legislature on the Democratic ticket, and served through the term, thus terminating his ofiieial career.

Longing for the Church privileges to which lie had been accustomed, he began to look about for the scattered members, and found enough to organize a Church of the O. S. Baptists, at Santa Uosa. Sonoma Co., the first of that order ever founded in the State. In 1S(jO, Mr. O. wrote a book, entitled " Rise and Progress of the Church,"' many of which are now in possession of his friends in Hancock. In 1S67 he located in Napa Co., where he resided till 1876. Here his wife died in the 79th year of her age.

Latterly, Mr. O. resided with his children at Santa Rosa, broken in health of body and mind, till the 27th of Feb., 18S0, when he quietly passed away, in the S3rd year of his age.

Mosby Riley, eldest son, married to Miss Henrietta Patten, of Knox Co., in 1842; taught school in Hancock; studied law in Peoria and served as Mayor of the city; to Quincy in practice of law; thence to Benton, Franklin Co., 111., where he was killed in the Reltellion troubles in 1862.

John Wren went to Cal. in 1851; to Arizona in 1864, as Captain of a volunteer Co. ; was elected to Territorial Legislature, held other Government positions, and died there in 1877.

William A. Patterson, one of the early settlers (coming here in 1836), was born in Patterson, Putnam Co., N. Y., Jan. 24, 1811; leaving Somerstown March 2, 1836, he came the whole distance to this State by horseback, arriving in Coles county the 21st of that month; in April he came to this coTinty, having spent a week in Iowa; this year he bought J of sec. 29, Prairie tp., and at once commenced work. He built a log house 16 feet square on this place in 1839 and moved into it, where he kept bach part of the time, and part of the time had a family with him. In 1842 he married Mrs. Georgiana Allen, and continued to live in this cabin and another until 1847. This farm and one on sees. 5 and 6, Bear creek tp., also one on J sec. of 22, Prairie tp. and a J of sec. 27, were all first improved by Mr. Patterson. His health failing in 1847, in March he removed to Carthage, where he took a prominent part in the politics of the county, running in 1848 for Sheriff on the Democratic ticket, but was defeated by 75 votes majority; being a candidate again in 1850, he was elected; at the expiration of his term of office he erected the " Patterson House," on the southwest corner of the public square, opening it to the public; in the fall of this year '(1853) he was elected County Treasurer, which office he held three terms. He kept the hotel until 1S57; this year he sold the hotel and entered into partnership with Jacob Shoel in mercantile business; three years afterward they dissolved; in 1866 he entered partnership with Mr. Hunsaker, and three years subsequently they dissolved; in 1872 he bought back the "Patterson House," which he conducted until 1879; but since 1877 he has been keeping one of the largest stocks of groceries, crockery, etc., in the city.

Matthew Patterson, the grandfather of the subject of the sketch, was an officer in the British army, and came to America connected officially with the engineer corps, during the French and Indian war, and was retired on half pay; he settled in Putnam county, N. Y., where he was living at the breaking out of the Revolutionary war. His son, Alexander K. , married Elizabeth Palmer, a native of Connecticut, and they were the parents of Wm. A., the subject of this notice. Her father, Ebenezer Palmer was a minute-man during the Revolution. The Palmers were of English descent, of Puritan stock, and emigrated to Xew England in an early day.

An amusing instance of pioneer history we will record here, as it occurred in the early days of Mr. Patterson's residence in this county, and when a small log building was the court-house. The Grand Jury held its meeting under a tree in a ravine near by, and the Petit Jury was holding its meeting in the open air at a little distance, when a thunder-shower began to approach. The Constable in charge, anxious to have his Jury agree in time to get in-doors before the rain commenced on them, and seeing that they were not likely to agree, threw off" his coat and declared that if they did not instantly come to an agreement he would thrash every one of them. They instantly agreed, - so the story goes. The Constable was brought up before the Court and fined, but the fine was remitted.

Mr. Patterson as well as being an early settler has done much towai-d developing and improving this county, and always threw the weight of his'influence as well as substantial aid. in favor of education, temperance and good order. He is one among a very few of the " Pioneers " that are still living, and we present his portrait on another page.

Luke P. Prentice, retired farmer, was born in Otsego county, N. Y., in 1817, and is a son of Nathan and Eliza Briggs, natives of New York and Connecticut, who emigrated to Illinois in 1836 and settled in McDonough county, where they resided until 1846, when he moved to this county and settled in Nauvoo, where they both died. He was an early settler of both counties, and residing on the main i-oad for many years, was widely known and highly esteemed by all who knew him. The subject of this sketch was married in 181:7 to Miss Christiana Hall, a native of Erie county, N. Y., who died in 1853. Two children were born to this marriage, Lucia 1., wife of William Walters, residing at Dallas City, and Mary E., wife of James Gill, deceased. His present wife, Lydia Quimby, is a native of Ohio. They have had 3 children, Wm. H., Ella and Addie. Mr. P. still owns the homestead at Naiivoo, and has for many years been largely engaged in real estate transactions. He was Alderman of Nauvoo many years, and served one year on the Town Board. When Ford called for troops, he was one to respond to the call with the militia of McDonough county. His opportunities for an early education were quite limited, but by dint of energ}' and frugality helms accumulated a handsome property. In 1S74 he settled on his present estate, where he is living in retirement from all active pursuits. The family are members of the M. E. Church. Politically he is a ilepui:)lican.

Jesse B, Quinhy was born in Harford county, Md., August 5, 1S22. His parents settled in Wilmington county, O., where he was converted and joined the M. E. Church. In 1S41 he came to Knox county, 111., and qualified himself for the ministry at Abingdon College. In 1848 he entered the ministry of his chosen Chui'ch, serving his first year on the Macomb circuit, the next year on the Carthage circuit, the next on the Nauvoo, to which place he moved in 1851. In the latter place, April 25, 1852, he married Miss Elizabeth H. Betts, and their children were: Mary Elizabeth, Erasmus Collins and Wilbur Chaffee, the second of whom only now survives. Mr. Quinby continued in the ministry until 1862, when he was on the Ivickapoo circuit in Peoria county; here his health began to fail and he returned to Abingdon and engaged in merchandising. At this place, April 22, 1864, his wife died, and the same year he removed to Carthage, continuing in the same business, and adding agricultural implements to his trade; in this place he married Miss Mary R. Sympson, of Carthage, daughter of Alexander and Nancy Sympson. By this marriage were born Nancy Addie, Mattie Bell, Mary Sympson and Jessie May; the latter died in infancy. Nov. 21, 1878, Mr. Quinby ran a nail into his foot at Ferris, which eventually produced lockjaw and intense suffering, resulting in his death, Dec. -i following. He retained his faculties till the last, being able to converse intelligently except when under the strong influence of opiates. The funeral, which was one of the largest ever in the place, was conducted by an old friend of the deceased. Elder F. M. Chaflee. The burial was under Masonic honors.

During a residence of less than 14 years in Carthage, Mr. Q. did more for the prosperity of the city than any other citizen in the same length of time, having built a dwelling house in the summer of 1865, and in 1867 he erected a business block, on the north side of the square, at a cost of $6,000. The Gazette office still occupies the upper floor of this building. His loss to the business communit}' was deeply felt, and his character and principles will last so long as life and reason endure. The wife and mother who survives is a daughter of Col. Alexander Sympson, who was born in Green county, Ky., Nov. 8, 1807. In 1829 he was married to Miss Nancy Caster, and in the spring of 1837 settled in Mc- Donough county, Illinois. In 1844 he moved to Carthage while the people were agitated by the Mormon question, and took strong Anti-Mormon ground. In 1S55 he was elected a clerk of the Illinois House of Eepresentatives, and at the demise of the AVhigpartv went with the Republicans. At the outbreak of the Rebellion he threw his whole soul into the conflict as a supporter of the Union, and accepted a commission as Captain and Quartermaster, and afterward was assigned to the staft' of Gen. Chittenden, where he soon obtained the rank of Lieutenant-Colonel. At Stone river he displayed great personal gallantry and took part in the Chickamanga campaign, and received the thanks of Gen. Rosecrans for the performance of his duties at Chattanooga. In 1S64 he resigned his commission in consequence of his shattered health, and that of his wife ; subsequently he was awarded the contract for grading the Carthage ik. Burlington Railroad, in which he was engaged at the time of his death, Aug. 15, 1867. His character as a private citizen was too well known to need comment from the pen of the writer. He was a man of strongest convictions, a nexitral upon no question. His hospitality was unbounded. He would befriend the poor and assist the needy, regardless of his own wants. At his death lie was Treasurer of tlie Carthage Royal Arch Chapter of Masons, and was buried with honors by that fi-aternity. The bereaved widow and mother survived his loss until Dec. 14. 1867, when her spirit winged its way to its brighter and happier home. She was born in Halifax county, Virginia, June 30, 1803. and emigrated to Green county, Ky., in her youth, and was the last of a family of eight children. Mr. Quinby's portrait appears in this book.

D?'. J. M. Handolph was born in Adams count}', near Gettysburg, Fa., Aug. 26, 1818 ; he attended the colleges of Gettysburg and Cannonsburg, but on account of declining health he relinquished his studies before graduating ; in 1840 he came to Illinois and studied medicine under Dr. Pearce, of Canton, 111. ; he then attended medical lectures at Cincinnati two terms, and afterward located for practice at Birmingham, Schuyler Co., 111. ; in a year or two he became part owner of a mill at Lamoine, McDonough county, to which place he removed, meanwhile continuing the practice of medicine; in 1850 he was elected to the Legislature from ilc- Donough county ; in 1851 he abandoned the medical jjrofession and removed to Plymouth, Hancock Co., where he engaged actively and successfully in the mercantile business ; in 1856 he established a branch store' at Carthage; he ultimately disposed of his Plymouth trade and moved to Carthage, in October, 1867. Sept. 25 of this year he married Miss Anna G. Walker, youngest sister of Hon. Pinckney H. Walker, of Rushville.

Dr. Randolph, being a Arm believer in the principles of temperance, entertained but little hope of the growth of Carthage until the question of license was settled b}' an overwhelming vote of the citizens against further tolerating liquor-selling. His energies thenceforwai-d devoted to building up the town. As a preliminarj' step, tlie establishment of Carthage College received his warmest support; in 1S73 be erected a handsome brick residence, which, together with subsequent improvements, cost nearly or quite $20,000; in 1S75 he built a fine two-story brick business block on the north side of the public square, at a cost of $5,000; the same year he built two tenement houses, and in other ways he did much to build up and improve Carthage.