Little Mackinaw Township

Little Mackinaw Township

In point of agriculture, of the class and kind of improvements, and of the wealth and high standing of her people. Little Mackinaw is second to no township in Tazewell county. It is mostly prairie land, undulating, and well drained by the Little Mackinaw, Whitten branch and Sugar creeks. The Kansas City branch of the C, A. & St. L. Railroad passes through it on a direct east and west line. The village of Minier is located on sec. 22, on the line of this road, and also on the Illinois Midland Railroad. This town was laid out in 1867, Oct. 18th, by Geo. W. Minier, Chas. E. Boyer, and others. It is now a thriving place, and considerable business is done here. We speak more fully of the business men further on in this article. The township is inhabited by a cultured, refined and a religious people. Good churches, neat school-houses, and the fine commodious residences on every hand, are unmistakable evidences of the verity of this statement.

Minier is a very extensive grain maiket. There are five elevators now in the village, the oldest of which is now owned by Williams & Quigg, and is located on the C, A. & St. L. R.R. It -.was built by Samuel Smith, in 1865. It has a capacity of 7,000 bushels. The next elevator erected was by Wm. E. Verry, in 1874. It also has a capacity of 7,000 bushels, and located on the same road. The next one, in point of the date of erection, is located on the I. M. R.R., and was built by Williams, Railsback & Co. In 1877, Linebaiger & Johnson put up an elevator, with a capacity of 4,000 bushels, on the C, A. & St. L. road. During the present year, (1879) R. P. & J. Lower put up one on the I. M. R.R., with a capacity of 3,000 bushels.

The township was settled at a very early date, by Samuel and John Stout. It was at the house of the former that the incident related in the first chapter, in regard to the first marriage license being issued by Mordccai Mobley, occurred. Soon came Railsback, Buchanan, Hevenhill and *ere long quite a settlement was made at Stout's Grove. The first birth was that of a child of Joseph Stout - name and date unknown. The first death was that of an orphan child, at the house of Samuel Stout. The first school was taught by Thos. F. Railsback, on section 5. The first sermon was preached at Mr. Railsback's house by Elder Ottman, a Christian minister, in 1831.

Little Machinaw Christian Church was organized in 1833, in a log building, and was among the first congregation of this people organized north of the Sangamon river. The members at the time were Thomas F. Railsback, Louisa, his wife, A. B. Davis, Catherine Allensworth, Benjamin Herndon, and Nancy, his wife, Elijah Howell, and Maria, his wife. Elder James Lindsey was the first minister. The church edifice is about 36 by 40 feet, and cost $2,100. The first discourse in this structure was preached by Elder Minier, in September, 1863, the year tlie building was erected. It is located near the residence of G. W. Minier. Connected with the building and grounds is a beautiful cemetery, perhaps the finest necropolis in the county. The present pastor of the church is Elder R. D. Cotton. The Sunday-school is superintended by Richard Chapman, and has an average attendance of 75. The Little Mackinaw Church is the parent of four other Christian Churches, viz : The Christian Church of Minier, and those at Mackinaw, Concord and Lilly.

Minier Christian Church. - This church edifice was erected in 1874. It is a frame building, and is located on South Railroad street. The original members of the congregation were W. P. Williams, J. E. Railsback, J. F. Quigg, J. M. Edmiston, and others. The first pastor was Samuel Lowe, who dedicated the church and preached the first sermon. The officers are J. B. Chaplin, R. J. Mitchell, J. E. Railsback, J. M. Edmiston, John F. Quigg, and Asa Hicks. The present membership number about 130. The value of building, $3,000; average salary of pastors, |1,000. The Sunday-school has an average attendance of 75.

United Evangelical St. John's Church. - The church edifice of this cone-reiration is located in Minier, and was erected in 1870, at a cost of $2,000. The first sermon was preached by Rve. Witte, who organized the congregation in 1870. The officers are Valentine Imig, Sr. Henry Imig, Carl Imig, Ernest Schroeder, and Valentine Myers. The present membership numbers about 30. The parsonage is valued at |],500. Average salary of pastors about $400. There are about 50 scholars in attendance upon the Sunday-school. The present pastor is Rudolph Mcuk.

Minier M. E. Church was organized in January, 1870. The original members were T. J. Brown, Wm. Glodfelter, Wm. Morris, John Burwell, and others. The first pastor was Rev. M. Pilcher. The present officers are : A. C. Hcnslee and Wm. A. Sallee. The present membership numbers about 45. The present pastor is Rev.

The first school building was a log cabin, erected on section 8, in 1834 ; John Turley was teacher. The scholars were James Lindsey, Wm. Allensworth, D. G. H. Railsback, P. G. H. Railsback, and Wm. Herndon. The first frame school-house was built about 1850. It was used as a church at first. School was taught here by Elder G. W. Minier.

In the town of Minier there is one of the best schools in the county. It is presided over by Miss Imogene Minier, principal ; Miss Ida Burrows, teacher of the intermediate department ; and Miss Kate Denny primary department. The building is located in the northeastern part of the town. It cost |5,000, and was erected in 1870. The average attendance is 125.

C F. Albright, clerk and real estate and loan agent, INlinier, was born in Hittle township, this county, Nov. 1, 1849. He is the son of M. and Mary A. Albright, the former of Tennessee, his mother a native of Pennsylvania. He received his education in the common schools of this and Logan counties. Politically he is " Pepublican by a large majority."

Jesse F. Beal, farmer, was born in Washington township, Tazewell Co., Aug. 20, 1842, and received such education as was afforded by attendance upon the common schools. His parents, Moses H. and Anna A. Beal, were natives of Ohio. July 25, 1861, he enlisted in Co. D, 7th 111. Infantry, the first regiment raised in the State, and served three years, doing battle for his country. In 1868, Oct. 15, he was united in marriage with Jane Etzler. She died Oct. 23, 1869. He was married again Nov. 18, 1873, to Sarah Jelly. He casts his ballot and influence on the side of Republicanism. Postoffice, Minier.

William Bennett, farmer, section 19; was born in Elm Grove township, Tazewell Co., 111., May 5, 1829, which certainly places him in the list with " old settlers." His father, Nathaniel Bennett, was from Kentucky; his mother, Elizabeth Bennett, was from the Buckeye State. William only enjoyed such educational advantages as the' common schools of this county afforded in pioneer times. He has held most of the township offices at different times and served as Justice of the Peace for nine years. Sept. 3, 1854, he was joined in holy matrimony with Angelina Kimler. They have had twelve children - four boys and eight girls - seven of w^hom are now living. P. O., Minier,

John S. Briggs, stock dealer and farmer ; resides on sec. 2 ; postoffice, Minier. Mr. Briggs is a son of Benjamin Briggs, one of the first settlers of Central Illinois, and of Tazewell county, and whose name is so frequently mentioned in the early history of the county.

He held the offices of County Commissioner, County Treasurer, Coroner, and was Sheriif at the time of his death, Avhich occurred in 1844. Mr. Briggs, the father of John S., come to Logan Co., (then Sangamon) in 1822, and to Tazewell in 1825 or '26, and settled in Pleasant Grove, Elm Grove township. He was a native of Virginia. His mother's name was Susan Briggs, a Kentuckian. John S. was married Nov. 14, 1839, to Amanda V. Railsback. Their children number ten, nine living, one dead. He was born in Nelson county, Ky., May 31, 1817; he is a member of the Christian Church, and politically a Repulican.

James M. Edmiston, station agent of I. M. R.R., insurance agent and Notary Public, Minier; was born in Bradford Co., Pa., Dec. 27,1843. His parents, Joseph and Sarah Edmiston, were natives of the same State. He came to the county in 1867, and the year following united with the Christian Church. He attended the pubpublic schools of his native county, and finished his education at Wesleyan University, Bloomington, 111. He has held the office of Town Clerk and village Trustee, and for a period of five years has been President of the Board of Trustees, of Minier. On the first day of the year 1868 he was united in marriage with Miss Jennie, the daughter of Elder G. W. Minier. They have three children.

Baultzer Eversole, Sr., is a native of Rockingham Co., A-^a., where he was born June 11, 1802. His parents were Peter and Catherine Eversole, natives of the above named State. Mr. E. came to the State in 1857, and to the county in 1863. He received his education mostly in the schools of Ohio. By occupation he is a farmer ; has followed the milling business for some fifteen years. Mr. E*. has held the commissions of Lieutenant, Captain and Colonel in the State Militia of Ohio. He served as Justice of the Peace of the same State for six years. Was joined in marriage Feb. 6, 1823, to .Miss Sarah Huhn; she died, July 25, 1863. Mr. E. was again married, Feb. 5, 1865. He has been the father of eleven children; George W. Eversole was killed at the battle of Altona Gap, Ga. Mr. E. is a member of the Christian Church ; in politics he is a Republican.

B. N. Ewing, postmaster and druggist, ISIinier, was born in Butler Co., Ky., Dec. 4, 1849. His parents were natives of the same State. He attended the common schools, and finished his education by spending two terms at Wesleyan University, Bloomington, 111. He was united in marriage with Alvira Darnall, Dec. 9, 1869, and the following year came to the county and embarked in mercantile business. His home has been blessed by one little girl.

3Iartin Gainer, farmer; P. O., Minier. Mr. G. was born in Germany, and came to this county in 1835. His father, George, and his mother, Mary Gainer, w^ere both native Germans. He received his education in the common school of this county, and engaged himself in farming. He resides on section 35. March 19, 1861, he took unto himself a wife in the person of Mary J. Bishop. On the 3d day of March, 1871, she was taken from him by death. Aug. 22, 1875, he was married again, to Mary J. Lower. He is the parent of nine chiklren - three boys and six girls - six of whom are now living.

William A. Glotfelter, tile manufaeturer, seetion 27 ; is the son of Solomon and Sarah Glotfelter. The former was born in Lancaster Co., Pa., and is living at a ripe old age in Green county, O. His mother was born in the Buckeye State. Mr. G. had only a common school education, and came to this county in 1850 and eiigaged in farming. He now manufactures tile and, fortunately, has a superior quality of clay to work, and he has constructed excellent facilities for making the very best of tile. Oct. 9, 1849, he was joined in marriage with Sarah Robinson. She died in October, 1872, and he married again in 1874, to Margaret Barnes. He is the parent of eight children - five boys and three girls - six of Avhom are living. Religiously he is a Methodist ; politically, a Republican. P. O., Minier.

Isaac Y. Gray, farmer, section 2, came to Illinois in 1858 and to Tazewell Co. in 1870. He was born in Georgetown, Harrison Co., Ohio, Dec. 3, 1832. His parents were A^illiam H. ^nd Susanna Gray, the former from Virginia, the latter from Ohio. j\[r. Gray attended only the common schools to obtain his education. On the 24th of Feb., 1856, he was united in marriage with Sarah A. Turner, daughter of Harvey Turner, of Logan Co. She died July 24, 1867, and he was again married, May 1, 1870, to Susan L. Briggs, daughter of John S. Briggs. He is the parent of two children, only one of whom, a girl, is now living. Mr. G. is a member of the Chris- . tian Church ; politically a Republican ; post-office, Minier.

James L. Gunncll, dentist, Minier; was born in Christian county, Ky., Feb. 16, 1832, and was brought to this county in the sj)ring of 1834. His father Avas a native of Virginia, his mother of North Carolina. He received his education in the common schools and at Eureka College, Eureka, 111., and has chosen the dental profession. He enlisted in Co. D, 94t]i 111. Inf. during the trving days of the Rebellion and served till INIarch 16, 1863. Ont^he 14thof May, 1878, he was married to Kate M. Myers. Orville J. was born to them March 3, 1879. Mr. G. is a member of the Christian Church.

James W. Herndon, farmer, was born in Christian county, Ky., Oct. 5, 1823, and was brought^ to Tazewell county when a lad of only seven summers, and is therefore one of the " old settlers." His parents were Benjamin and Nancy Herndon, of Virginia. Mr. H. has served his township as Constable and Collector. He was joined in the holy bands of matrimony with Frances Wilson, on the 24th of July, 1850. They are the parents of six children - three boys and three girls - five of whom are living. He casts his influence and ballot on the Democratic side of politics. P. O., ^linier.

and returned in Dec, 1862. He is the son of Asa and Annie Hicks, of Georgia, and was born in Belmont county, Ohio, Feb. 3, 1833. He came to the county when a child, grew up, attended the conmion schools, and settled down here and is rearing a family. He has served as School Director for seven years. March 5, 1863, was the day upon which he married Eliza A. Shumaker, who has borne him six children - four boys and two girls - five of whom are living. Religiously he was raised a Quaker ; politically he is a Republican.

Francis 0. Kilby came to Tazewell county at an early day and when quite a small lad, being only eight years old. He is the son of St. Clair and Ellen Kilby of Virginia, and received his education in the common schools of the county and entered the agricultural pursuit and resides on section 6. He confessed his Savior before men and united himself with the Christian Church. Sept. 1, 1853, he was joined in marriage with Mary E. Allensworth. They have two children, a boy and a girl. Post-office, Mackinaw.

N. L. Kilby, farmer, was born in Rappahannock county, Va., Feb. 17, 1832. His parents, who were also A^irginians, were St. Clair B. and Ellen Kilby. They brought their son, N, L., to this county when a boy of five years of age. He attended the common schools where he received his education, grew up and made the good confession and united with the Christian Church. He was married to Margaret Allensworth Sept. 19, 1854. They have been blessed with five children - two boys and three girls - but their home has been saddened bv the death of one. Post-office, Mackinaw.

Williaiii Lilly, farmer, son of Joseph and Mary Lilly, of Maryland, was born in Alleghany county of that State, Aug. 12, 1822. He came to Illinois when a lad of thirteen, and two years later (1837) came to Tazewell county. All the advantages for an education offi3red him were such as were aiForded him in the log schoolhouses of Ohio and Illinois in pioneer times. He has held the office of Justice of the Peace for thirteen years. July 28th, 1859, he was uni'-ed in marriage with Elizabeth Aldridge, who has borne him four children, three of whom are living. He is identified with the Republican party. Residence, sec, 12; post-office, Minier.

James C. McClure (deceased), was born in Huntingdon county. Pa., July 25, 1828, came to this county in 1850, and died May 28, 1877. He was educated in the common schools of his native county. He learned the carpenter trade which he followed until his marriage, and from that time until his death he follo%,ed farming. Jan. 30, 1859, he was married to Lucinda Robinson, who was born in Green county, Ohio, Nov. 18, 1831. She is the mother of four children - George E., born Dec. 30, 1859; Wilbur C, born Sept. 4, 1861 ; William A., Aug. 31, 1863; and James C, Oct. 27, 1866. Mr. McClure was a life-long Democrat. His widow lives on sec. 6, where she is engaged in farming. Her post-office address is Mackinaw.

the township of Ulster, Bradford Co., Penn,, October 8, 1813. His father, John Minier, was of German descent and educated in the German language. His mother was of English parentage and born in the State of New Jersey. Both his grandfathers were soldiers in the American Revolution, and he now says he desires no better blood in his veins than that which resisted the oppressions and usurpations of the English King and Parliamenr and gave freedom to the thirteen colonies of North America. Aside from the public schools of the rural district in which his father lived he had the advantage of an academy in the village of Athens. At this school young Minier worked for his board and tuition, nights, mornings and Saturdays, at a hotel kept by an old lady. His younger brother, the Hon. T. L. Minier, ex-Senator, of Elmira, N. Y., attended the same Academy. He returned to his father's house and labored with and for his father, and at times seeking employment of the neighboring farmers. At nineteen years of age our young friend found himself in possession of nearly §5 ready cash and a suit of clothes. Through a friend he obtained a school in New York and began in earnest the office of an instructor. He continued teaching until the spring of 1837, when he started for Illinois. One of his first efforts in this State was the surveying of a State road from Peru, on the Illinois lliver, to Knoxville, in Knox Co. On the 1st day of Jan., 1839, he was married to Miss Sarah Ireland, with whom he still lives. The fruits of this union has been twelve children, six of each sex. Ten of these are living. In 1847 he removed to Bloomington, McLean Co. and opened a high school for boys and girls. In 1848 he opened the first high school exclusive for young ladies that was ever attempted in Bloomington. In 1850, his health being impaired, he sold his school-house and " good will " to a Mr. Finlay, and Professor Wilber took his place as princi])al. In the autumn of 1851 he removed to the farm on which he still lives and began farming, to which pursuit he is enthusiastically devoted. He purchased his land of the Government by laying a soldier's warrant, and so got it for about eighty-three cents per acre. He united himself with both the Horticultural and Agricultural Societies of the State, and was connected with them as one of the A^ice-Presidents for a number of years. Here he rapidly improved in what he still calls the " divine arts of tillage," emphatically declaring that " Horticulture is the religion of Agriculture." Mr. Minier was conscientiouslv opposed to human slavery ; an early and outspoken abolitionist, and during the time of enlisting soldiers for the late war, he made many able and eloquent speeches in favor of volunteering. During August, 1839, Mr. Minier took the survey and topography of a portion of the Illinois river, surveyed the bars and islands, and ascertained by quadrant the altitude of " Starved Rock," which was found to be 9^6 feet. In 1867, in company with Messrs. Blackstone, Boyer and Strout, he platted the village which bears his name, which is located three and one-half miles south of his residence, and numbers already some 800 inhabitants. Mr. M. entered the ministry nearly forty years ago. During all these years very seldom a Sunday passed that did not find him in the pulpit reproclaiming the Gospel, and during the week among his books or in his fields and among his herds and flocks, living like the Patriarchs with his flocks and herds around him. Having the advantages of an extended acquaintance he has probably had the pleasure of uniting in wedlock as many persons as any other man in Central Illinois.

Theodore L. Kilmer, merchant, miller, real estate dealer and agent, Minier ; is a son of George AV. and Sarah Minier, the former from Pennsylvania, the mother of Virginia. He was born in Putnam county. 111., May 18, 1842, and came to this county in 1850. He was liberally educated by his father. After attending the common schools he entered Bryant & Straton's Commercial College, Chicago, from which he graduated. He also attended Wesleyan University, Bloomington. He enlisted in company I, 94th 111. Infantry ; was elected Sergeant and promoted First Sergeant and then Second Lieutenant. He was appointed agent for the State of Illinois and the Northwest for the Paris Fxposition in 1866. He is an active member of the Christian Church and Superintendent of the Sundayschool at Minier, He was married Aug. 3, 1870, to Ellen Armington. They have two children, girls.

Rodney J. Mitchell, banker and grain dealer, Minier ; was born in Rutland, Meigs Co., O., Oct. 31, 1833. His parents, James G. and Sophia (Williams) Mitchell, were natives of Pennsylvania and Ohio, respectively. His father for nearly half a century has proclaimed the Gospel, being a minister in the Christian Church. His son united with that Church in 1850, and has been an active member since. He received only a common school education. He came to this county in 1855 and located on section 10, this township, and engaged in agriculture. He remained on the farm for twelve years when he moved into Minier and embarked in commercial life. Mary E. Railsback, his wife, and to whom he was married Dec. 24, 1858, is the daughter of Thomas T. Railsback, one of the jpioneers of the county. Mr. M. has served his township as Supervisor several terms and filled other official positions. He casts his ballot and influence with the Republican party.

Johnson A. llyers, farmer, P. O., Minier ; was born in Armstrong county, Pa., July 2, 1828, and was brought to Tazewell county seven years thereafter. Thus we see his life has been almost wholly passed in this county. His parents were John and Catherine Myers, natives of Pennsylvania. He was sent to the common schools of this county in primitive times. Carolina A. Davis, his wife, he was married to Sept. 21, 1847. Ten children - three boys and seven girls - have been born to them, only five of whom are now numbered among the living. He is a member of the Christian Church, and in life has been snccessful.

with his father, to this country at the very tender age of one year, and as far back as '49. When Henry was but 5 years old his father settled at Hittle's Grove, this county. They settled in Little Mackinaw township in '53, when they engaged in farming. Mr. Peyue married, Jan. 31, 1871, Miss Caroline Buehrig; four children have been born to them, 2 boys and 2 girls. Mr. P. was very successful as a farmer but wishing to engage in the mercantile business, he sold his fine farm and engaged in trade at Minier, where he is now conducting a successful and growing business.

John F. Quigg, whose ancestors point with pride to the Keystone State as the land of their nationality, himself has the proud distinction of being born in Tazewell Co., which event occurred on the 13th day of Dec. 1841. He is one of the firm of Williams & Quigg, bankers and grain dealers at Minier. Both branches of their business have grown to be both extensive and lucrative, and their methods of business transaction, has made for them a record to which they can refer with satisfaction and feelings of pride. Mr. Quigg dates his wedding day, and therefore his truest happiness, from Dec. 28, 1871, at which time he clasped the hand and recorded a vow in high heaven, that he would love and protect Miss Sheets until death did them sever. Two little boys were sent to gladden their home. He lives in the faith and embraces the religion of the Christian Church.

James E. Railsback, senior member of the firm of Railsback & Mitchell, ]\Iinicr, and a native of this county, was born Nov. 17, 1833, only a few years after the formation of Tazewell Co., and before the native soil of these beautiful prairies had been turned by the pioneer plowman. This firm, in addition to a general banking business, carry on an extensive grain and lumber trade, and are rated among the solid business firms in this county, and, indeed, their commercial transactions and business re])utation extends beyond the boundaries of a single county. Mr. Railsback was married, Oct. 3, 1855, to Susan M. Howell, whose death occurred Jan. 28, 1861, and March 3, 1865, was married to Ann P. Adams, and is the parent of four children. Mr. R. has, since 1849, been a member of the Christian Church, in whose cause he has labored assiduously during all these years.

Philip G. H. Railsback was born in Montgomery Co. Tenn., Feb. 14, 1822. His parents, Thomas F. and Louisa V. Railsback, were Virginians. He came to the county with his parents in 1830. His father was one of the leading pioneers and served for a number of years County Commissioner. Philip had only such education as the common schools of this county afforded at an early day, but, nevertheless he has been very successful in life. He is engaged in farming on section 6. He is a member of the Christian Church ; politically, a Democrat. Feb. 15, 1842, he was united in marriage with Susan M. Adams. They have five children living, three dead. Post-ofiice, Mackinaw.

David P.Richardson, mason, Minier; son of George W. and Mary Richardson ; the former of England, the hitter of Vermont. He was born in Clinton county, Ind., May 2G, 1838; was educated in public schools of Indianatown, Pa., and Methodist College at Thornton, Ind. In May, 1861, at the breaking out of the Rebellion, he enlisted as a private in company I, 20th 111. Infantry. He was appointed Corporal, promoted to first Sergeant then to first Lieutenant and finally Captain of the same company. He was discharged July 16, 1865. He has served as United States Collector of internal revenue for Iroquois and Ford counties and Collector of his own township. Politically he is a Democrat. On the 30th day of March, 1864, he was married to Lydia Parker. They have two children living, one dead.

William F. Howell was born in Crafton county, N. H., Sept. 15, 1839. His parents, Jonathan B. and Cyntha Rowell, were also natives of New Hampshire. Mr. R. was educated in the common schools of New Hampshire and Illinois and Lombard Universities, this State. He came to the State in 1849 and to this county in 1871. Among the first that went in defense of our flag, when it was assailed by rebel hands in '61, was Wm. H. Rowell. He enlisted in June, 1861, in Co. D, 8th Mo. Infantry and served till July 4, 1864. Another important event of his life occurred Oct. 20, 1869. Upon that date he was united in marriage with Belle Dickinson. They have four children, two girls and two boys. Politically Mr. R. is a Republican. He is a farmer and resides on sec. 13. Postoffice, Minier.

Jolm Shreeve, farmer, sec. 25 ; P. O., Minier ; was born in Perry county, O., March 14, 1811 ; came to this county in 1855 and settled in Deer Creek township. He rented the Cullom form there for nine years, when he purchased the £irni upon which he now lives and cultivates. Mr. Shreeve's parents, Israel and Mary Shreeve, were natives of Pennsylvania. He has been twice married, the first time April 11, 1833, to Catherine Koons, who died Aug. 5, 1864. March 9, 1865, he was married to Angeline Cooper. He united with the Methodist Church in 1855 and in politics he adheres to the Republican party.

William Moss Shreve, farmer, is a native of this county, having been born in Morton township, Tazewell Co., Dec. 15, 1833. He attended the common schools in his boyhood days and gleaned a good common school education. His parents, Israel and Elizabeth Shreve, were natives of Virginia and Kentucky, respectively. Mr. S. at present holds the offices of Justice of the Peace, Highway Commissioner and Town Trustee. He was married to Mary E. Eggman Sept. 28, 1857, who has borne him eight children - two boys and six girls - all of whom are living save one. He is a member of the M. E. Church. In politics he stands upon Republican platform. He is engaged in farming on section 36, where he has a fine farm and good improvements and displays much taste in

Philip W. Smith, is a son of Pliilip H. and Catharine Smith, Philip W. Smith, the subject of this sketch, was born in Lebanon Co., Pcnn., Sept. 12, 1842; was educated at the public schools of of Philadelphia, Penn. By occupation he is a shoe-maker and resides in the town of ^linier. Mr. S. was Drum Major in the oth Penn. Reserves, during the late war. He was united in marriage Feb. 21, 1868, to Miss Emma Roothadrawl. They have six children - three boys and three girls ; is a member of the Christian Church. Post-office, Minier.