Licking Township (part 13 of 42)

This sketch would be incomplete were no mention made of Levi W. Knowlton, father of our subject, and for years one of Licking County's most honored citizens. A farmer's son, he was torn in North Adams, Mass., in 1803, and there he grew to manhood. About 1824 he started on fool for the far distant west, as Ohio was then considered. He visited some friends on the way and finally reached his destination, Putnam, now a part of the city of Zanesville, Ohio. There lie entered the flour mill owned by his uncle, a Mr. Whipple, in whose employ he served as cooper, engaged in making flour barrels. Later he became shipping clerk for Judge Buckingham, an extensive merchant of the town, and there he was from time to time promoted until he became chief clerk in the establishment.

Glastonbury, Conn., in 1800, came to Ohio to keep house for her brother, John Hollister, a widower. For a time she resided in Hanover, Licking County, and there began the first Sabbath-school ever held in the township. Later she removed to Zanesville, where she met and married Mr. Knowlton. After marriage they lived in Zanesville for one year and then removed to Utica, where Mr. Knowlton became a partner in the firm of Hillyer, Warner & Co. One year later he withdrew from the firm and built a store room and embarked in business alone. Until his death, in 1870, he conducted an extensive mercantile trade and also dealt fn real estate and grain, manufactured potash, built a railroad station and elevator, and engaged in pork-packing. These various enterprises he conducted in such a manner as to prove the possession of exceptional business qualifications.

A prominent trait in the character of Mr. Knowlton was his loyalty to principle. At all times he had the courage of his convictions, nor did he ever suppress an opinion for policy's sake. Naturally his frankness brought upon him the ill will of those who opposed him in political or moral questions, while on the other hand he always retained the respect of all who knew him and the warm esteem of his more intimate associates. In politics a Whig, he was strongly opposed to slavery and on that account his place of business was egged and his life threatened, but he never swerved from what he considered the pathway of duty and always had the courage to meet an enemy face to face. At the organization of the Republican party he became one of its supporters and continued to advocate its principles until death. For many years he officiated as Majror of Utica. During the Civil War he belonged to the Union League, which was the only secret society with which he was ever identified. In early life he united with the Congregational Church, but as that denomination was not represented in Utica he became a member of the Presbyterian Church, and for many years served as one of its Elders.

The mother of our subject passed away in 1868, after having had three children, of whom Levi is the eldest. Amanda E., who married Capt. Xenophon AVheeler, died at Chattanooga, Tenn., leaving three children. Mary A. is the wife of Henry Baker and resides on a farm in Livingston County, Mo. The only son in the family, our subject, was educated by private tutors and was also a student in the college at Oberlin, Ohio. Early gaining a thorough business education while assisting his father in the store, in 1858 he became a partner in the business, the firm name becoming L. W. Knowlton & Son. At the death of his father he became sole proprietor of the business and so continued until March, 1889, when he relinquished the active management of the establishment. It is now conducted under the firm name of A. W. Nicholas & Co.

A stanch Republican in politics, Mr. Knowlton was Mayor of Utica for a number of years and at present is a member of the City Council. He was nominated by his party for the Legislature, but was defeated with the balance of the ticket. During the late war he enlisted as a member of Company I, One Hundred and Twenty-ninth Ohio Infantry, of which he was Second Lieutenant, his brother-in-law, Xenophon Wheeler, being Captain. He took part in the capture of Cumberland Gap and also participated in many skirmishes. At the expiration of his period of service he was mustered out, in March, 1864, at Cleveland, Ohio. At present he is serving as Past Commander and Chaplain of Channel Post No. 188, G. A. R.

May 13, 1861, Mr. Knowlton was united in marriage with Fannie C, daughter of William and Sarah (Reed) Alsdorf. Two children blessed the union, of whom the only son, Arthur, died in October, 1880, aged eighteen years. Mary E. is the wife of Willard R. Kimball.

The Knowlton and Alsdorf families have preserved the records of their ancestry more than three hundred years. We find their names in the Colonial history as participants in the stirring events of the early settlements of New England and New York. The home of the Knowltons was in Shrewsbury, Mass., that of the Ilollisters in Glastonbury, Conn., and that of the Alsdorfs in the Mohawk Valley and along the Hudson. The three families were noted as revolutionists. They joined the Republic and opposed the Mother Country, giving no small assistance in the formation of a

Below we give the genealogical history of the Hollister family: Lieut. John Hollister, born in England in 1612, emigrated to Connecticut in 1642, and died in April, 1665; John, born in 1644, married Sarah Goodrich November 20, 1667, and died in Glastonbury November 24, 1711; Thomas, born January 14, 1672, married Dorothy Hill and died in Glastonbury October 12, 1741; Josiah, born June 7, 1696, married Martha Miller January 18, 1718, and died in Glastonbury July 12, 1777; Elijah, born in May, 1729, married Mehitable Judd October 1, 1752, who died in her twentysixth year; afterward he married Mary Pratt and died in Glastonbury January 10, 1785. John, son of Elijah and Mehitable (Judd) Hollister, was born February 2, 1756, and December 6, 1781, married Mary Welles, daughter of William Welles, of Glastonbury; he died on the 27th of February, 1835. Amanda, tenth child of John and Mary (Welles) Hollister, born in Glastonbury, Conn., January 24, 1800, married Levi Whipple Knowlton at Putnam, Ohio, March 18, 1832, and died in Utica, Ohio, October 25,1868. Her mother, Mary, the daughter of William Welles, who was the son of Hon. Thomas Welles, the latter being a son of Capt. Samuel Welles. The father of the lastnamed, Samuel, was born in Essex County, England, in 1630, and was the son of Gov. Thomas Welles, who arrived with his family from England in 1636, was Governor of Connecticut in 1655, also in 1658, and died in office January 14, 1660. The homes of this branch of the Welles famil)' have been in and near Glastonbury, in the Connecticut River Valley.

of the Alsdorf family: Lawrence Alsdorf, an emigrant to America about the year 1760, from the north of Germany, near Holland, was a soldier in the Revolutionary War and served under General Washington. He settled in the Mohawk Valley in the vicinity of Scbenectedy, passed his life in the counties of Saratoga and Schenectady and died there, leaving two sons, named Sylvester and Seaman. Sylvester Alsdorf, eldest son of Lawrence, was horn near Schenectady, N. Y., and there died. His family consisted of four sons and three daughters. He was a soldier in the War of 1812.

William Alsdorf, third son of Sylvester, was born in Saratoga County, N. Y., in the year 1814, and there in 1836 married Sarah Reed, who was born in Donegal, Ireland, in 1815, and emigrated to America in 1833. They removed to Licking County, Ohio, and settled near Utica in the year 1839. Their present home is in Utica. They are the parents of four sons and three daughters. Fannie Catherine Kn owl ton, eldest daughter of William and Sarah Alsdorf, was born April 13, 1842, and became the wife of Levi Knowlton May 13, 1861.

THOMAS S. O'BANNON. Few among the residents of Licking County have made their homes here for so long a period as has the honored gentleman whose name introduces this sketch. He was born in Madison Township November 16, 1817, and here he has since resided, the witness of the many improvements that have been wrought in this locality during -the past seventy years. His life occupation has been that of farming, but now, having accumulated a competence, he lives somewhat retired from active labor, the home farm being operated by his son Charles. The history of the O'Banuon family in Ohio dates back to the year 1803, when the paternal grandfather of our subject purchased five hundred acres of the rich bottom lands on the Licking River, the finest agricultural region in the state.

On coming to this state his sole possession was a copy of the Life of Washington, a volume given him from the home library in Virginia. The first representative of the family in America was our subject's great-grandfather, an Irishman by birth, who settled in the Old Dominion in Colonial times.

The father of our subject, William O'Bannon, was twenty years of age when, in 1803, he settled in Madison Township. About the same time he married Miss Margaret Seymour, a friend of bis childhood, who came to Ohio with her parents. Of their children we note the following: Patsy was born May 28, 1804; Catherine, December 1, 1805; Presley, November 6, 1807; Elizabeth, March 7, 1809; Mary, November 6, 1810; William, March 14, 1813; Susan D., February 11, 1815; Joseph, in 1816; Thomas S., in 1817; George and James R. (twins), January 25, 1819; and John, September 6, 1825. Of this family onlj- two now survive, our subject and his sister Mary. The latter is the widow of Adam Seymour, and lives with her children near St. Louisville, this county. The second wife of our subject's father was Mary O. Burnum, whom he married when our subject was nine years old.

The death of William O'Bannon occurred in 1856. We copy the following from the Newark Advocate in relation to his demise: "Died, on Thursday, January 8, at his residence in Madison Township, this count}', William O'Bannon, Sr., in the seventy-fifth year of his age. Judge O'Bannon was born in Hardy County, Va., December 23, 1782, and immigrated to this state and settled in Madison Township, Licking County, in 1803. He was a man of sound judgment and indomitable energy, and by his industry and foresight accumulated a large fortune. He was a strictly just and upright man. In all his business transactions with the people for a period of more than half a century he was never guilty of an unfair, dishonest or dishonorable act."

December 6, 1842, our subject married Mary .1. Maholm, who was born in Salem, Ohio, April 21, 1820. Four sons were born to this union. James, whose birth occurred at midnight on the last day of the year 1847, is now a resident of Los Angeles, Cal.; Henry Clinton, who was born March 8,

1851, lives in Fairmount, Cal., where he operates a^tage line. George was born February 27, 1854, and died at the parental home February 15, 1870. Charles, who was born August 13, 1857, now operates the home farm. He married Miss Annie Montgomery, and they are both consistent members of the Presbyterian Church.

Since 1859 Mr. O'Bannon has made his home on the farm where he still resides. He assisted in the organization of the Republican party in Licking County and has ever since supported its principles, though he has never cared for office, preferring to devote his attention to the cultivation of his farm. He is a genial gentleman, well informed on the topics of the day, and has been a useful citizen during his long life in this county.

JOHN W. LAKE, a prominent and representative farmer of Madison Township, is a Virginian by birth and was born in Fauquier County, October 20, 1833. His parents, John J. and Mary (Casey) Lake, were natives of the Old Dominion and both died in Hampshire County, the former in September, 1861, and the latter surviving him about fifteen years. The father was an extensive land owner and operated his plantation with slave labor, which was the only means of tilling the soil until the Emancipation Proclamation liberated the slaves. During the war the family suffered considerable loss of property, aside from the liberation of their slaves (about twenty in number), the loss being largely in stock, grain and injury to trees and buildings.

There were eight children in the parental family, of whom our subject was the third. Mary died in young womanhood. Anna Maria, the widow of Charles G. Slemaker, lives in Sistersville, Tyler County, W. Va. Minerva, the widow of Jacob A. Marker, resides in Alaska, W. Va. Enoch

B., with his family, has resided in Licking County, Ohio, for about twenty years. Elvira married Hiram Baker, who owns a portion of the old homestead and resides in Mineral County, W. Va.; they have five children. Rebecca L.,who married Mason T. Moore, lives in Perry County, Ohio. Edward died when a young man.

In the private schools of Virginia our subject received a fair education. In the spring of 1858 he came to Ohio and settled in Hanover Township, Licking Count3r, where he purchased a farm. This he operated for some years, but in 1878 sold the property and removed to his present beautiful home in Madison Township. December 2, 1856, in this county, he married Miss Harriet, daughter of George and Mary (Davis) Colvin, prominent citizens of Licking County and the owners of the farm whereour subject now lives. A portion of this valuable property came to Mrs. Lake by inheritance, and she and her husband own jointly one hundred and eighty-one acres of excellent land, bearing superior improvements and a beautiful residence. Her father, George Colvin, died July 25, 1881, aged seventy-three years, two months and twent3r-two days. He had four children, viz.: William D.,who died at home as the result of disease contracted while serving his country; Mrs. Lake; Mary Josephine and Martha Louisa, who died in childhood. The parents were early settlers of Muskingum County, later came to Licking County, where they remained until death. They were a worthy couple, and their memory will long be revered by those who knew them.

Mr. and Mrs. Lake have been deeply bereaved in the loss by death of all their children. M. Ella, who was born July 4, 1859, had all the advantages that wealth and social position can afford and became an accomplished, amiable and refined young lady, but it was not decreed that she should remain with her parents as a benediction to their old age; she was called from earth June 14, 1882, when less than twenty-three. Alice I. died April 7, 1869, at the age of four months and fourteen days. William E. passed away April 3, 1876, aged four years, five months and twenty-seven days.

culture and superior education, having acquired her training principally in the female seminary at Zanesville, this state. The life occupation of Mr. Lake has been that of a farmer, and in addition to his home place he owns valuable real estate in Columbus, Ohio. A public-spirited citizen, he has the courage of his convictions under all circumstances, and in his ballot is unbiased by party lines.

JOSEPH H. NEWTON. Early in the year 1836, on the 10th of January, Joseph H. Newton was born. His parents, George F. and Eliza Gray Newton, were living at Smithfield, Jefferson County, Ohio, at that time. His father removed to Holmes County, Ohio, when the subject of this sketch was two years old. lie acquired a common-school and academic education and at the early age of eighteen left the student's desk for the printer's case. He learned the trade of a printer in the office of the Holmes County Farmer, of which paper his father at that time was the owner and proprietor.

Mr. Newton's rise was rapid. When twenty years of age, an age at which most j'oung men are still dependent on their parents, he became the editor of the paper, which was the organ of the Democratic party of Holmes County. A year later he and his brother, David G. Newton, wrote after their names publishers and proprietors.

December 16, 1858, he was married to Miss Anna M. Sproal, a prominent and highly esteemed young lady of Millersburg, Ohio. By this marriage three children were born, two of whom, a son and daughter, died in infancy. The third, his daughter Eliza, is the wife of Andrew II. Fierson, the business manager of the Newark Advocate.

In the summer of 1859 Mr. Newton sold his interest in the Holmes County Farmer to Judge J. A. Estill. The following year he was appointed Deputy Auditor, his father at that time being the

Auditor. The regard and esteem in which Mr. Newton was held by his neighbors was evidenced in 1869, when he was elected Auditor. He took possession of the office in March, 1870, and served two terms. He at that time and afterward held a number of minor positions of trust and responsibility, and was for ten years a member of the Board of Education of Millersburg.

Mr. Newton actively participated in 1869 in the extension of what is now the Cleveland, Akron <fe Columbus Railroad from Millersburg to Mt. Vernon and Columbus. The road in those days had its terminus at Millersburg, but through his enterprise, coupled with that of prominent citizens of Mt. Vernon interested in the company, it was extended to the state capital. In 1873 he was one of the prime movers in the Dresden branch of this railroad, the completion of which, however, was delayed some years on account of the financial panic of that year. During the period from 1870 to 1875 he was engaged in the coal and coal-land business, the latter portion of which time he had an office in Cleveland. In the spring of 1877 he became occupied with J. A. Caldwell in the publication of local historical works, which engagement continued for nearly three years. During this time Mr. Newton wrote and edited histories of the counties of Clearfield, Jefferson and Venango in Pennsylvania, the four counties of the Pan Handle in West Virginia, and the counties of Belmont and Jefferson in Ohio. Some of these works contained an exhaustive history of that interesting period in western annals, when the Ohio River was the dividing line between the western frontier, settled by the whites, and the trackless wilderness which was the abode of powerful tribes of hostile Indians, the preparation and editing of which required extensive and careful research.

In January, 1880, Mr. Newton became an editorial writer on the Wheeling Register, and manager of the weekly edition of the paper. In March of the same year, he severed his connection with the Wheeling Register to become editor of the Newark Advocate. He was associated with J. A. Caldwell in the purchase of the Advocate, and on the 10th of March of that year the first number of the paper was issued under their ownership. Un- der the aggressive management of Mr. Newton the Advocate at once sprang to a position of prominence and importance. It became in two short years a recognized power, not only in county, but in state politics. The paper is in every respect a Democratic organ. The principles of Jefferson's party are vigorously supported, and its uncompromising stand for Democratic doctrine at all times has earned for it a well deserved place among the foremost Democratic papers of the state. Whatever principle, measure or act possesses the virtue of Democracy is sure to find in the Newark Advocate a fearless champion. It is not difficult to ascertain the man to whom the paper is indebted for its present influence and power. It is Mr. Newton. He is careful to keep the Advocate free and clear from all factional differences that may arise in his party, and regarding political policy his favorite expressions are that he "tries to publish a paper for all the Democrats" and one devoted to "giving reasons why an American citizen should be a Democrat." A practical printer, understanding perfectly the essentials of a good paper, he brought to his new venture extensive and valuable experience. The possessor of a vigorous style, his editorial utterances are models of pure, concise, forcible English.

Two years after he took charge of the Advocate, the Daily Advocate was started by him. The Daily Advocate was a big venture when we consider the time at which its publication was begun. In Ohio only the cities of Cleveland, Columbus, Cincinnati, Steubenville and Dayton had Democratic daily papers. In cities the size of Newark and much larger, no Democratic daily then flourished. Perhaps no instance could be furnished better illustrating the enterprise of Mr. Newton than the fact that the Daily Advocate was commenced at such a time, and the success that it achieved is owing, no one will deny, to the energy and push of its founder. For a number of years after it was started the Newark Daily Advocate was the largest Democratic daily paper published in any city the size of Newark in this state. Conservative in its estimates of men and of doctrines, fearless in its advocacy after decision is once made, always guarding zealously the good name of the paper, and never opening its columns to any matter which would bring the paper into disrepute or the blush to any cheek, it is to-day pointed to with pride by every intelligent citizen of Newark, irrespective of party. A sound business policy, closeh/ adhered to, has kept it free from shoals, and it is sailing smoothly on prosperous waves.

In the spring of 1883, Mr. Caldwell retired from the Advocate. At that time Mr. Newton undertook to organize a company, and the result of his efforts was the incorporation of the Advocate Printing Company, Mr. Newton remaining the editor of the paper, and Andrew II. Pierson becoming its business manager. The Advocate's field of usefulness immediate^ widened. Those who were fortunate enough to join with Mr. Newton in the enterprise have never regretted it. The company is the owner of the best equipped plant in central Ohio, and is doing a large and lucrative business. But the Advocate's success, great as it is, need afford no subject of amazement. The paper is but a strong reflection of the personal^' of the man who himself has made life a success, and who to-day controls and directs the course of the paper.

Mr. Newton, aside from his public work, is a great admirer of Izaak Walton, and an enthusiastic angler. His fondness for this sport and his knowledge of fish culture received recognition from Gov. James E. Campbell, who in March, 1890, appointed him a member of the State Board of Fish and Game Commissioners. This appointment came entirely unsolicited, and it was celebrated by his friends, who appreciated the appointment in a becoming manner. The}' arranged a banquet in honor of the appointee at the Tubbs House, which was attended by all of the prominent citizens of Newark, who assisted in making merry an evening of rare pleasure. He served four years on the Board, and was then compelled to resign on account of numerous other duties, which made it impossible for him to give the position proper attention.

On June 19, 1893, Mr. Newton's eminent services for the cause of Democratic doctrine in the county and throughout the state received suitable recognition at the hands of President Cleveland. He was appointed Postmaster of the city of New- ark. On the 1st of July of the same year, he took charge of the oflice and is still serving in this position. The appointment of Mr. Newton to this prominent position is a well merited compliment to the able and unfaltering support he has always given to Democratic principles. The fact that it met with the approbation and unstinted praise of the entire community added not a little to the pleasure of receiving the appointment, and testified to the wisdom displayed in the selection.

Mr. Newton still directs from the editorial tripod the course of his excellent paper. The Advocate is an important factor in state politics, and its inlluenee is rapidly increasing, a fact which is gratifying not only to the people of Newark, but also to its editor and helmsman, Joseph H. Newton, to whom all credit is due.

* A CMLLIAM P. NE1BARGER has known V/V/ no other home than Madison Township, and here he was born January 5, 181G. The farm which he owns and operates consists of one hundred and seventeen acres, largely devoted to the raising of stock and grain, although Mr. Neibarger is also giving considerable attention to the cultivation of small fruits with a view to adding to the family revenue thereby. From his youth he has been engaged in agricultural pursuits, and displays a special aptitude for his chosen calling, in which he has achieved noteworthy success. The Neibarger family is of German and English extraction and was represented in Virginia for several generations prior to its settlement in Ohio. The parents of our subject, William and Mary (Tebo) Neibarger, were natives of the Old Dominion, but came to Licking County with their respective parents when quite young. Here they were married and this was their home throughout their entire wedded lives. The mother was the first to pass to the beyond, her death occurring in No-

There were born to William and Mary Neibarger three sons and one daughter. Calvin married Miss Jane Smith and resides in Kansas, being a dentist in Hutchinson. Albert first married Miss Margaret, by whom he had three sons and two daughters, his wife dying in Indiana where he then resided. He was later united with Miss Emma Ketchum, and they now live on the old homestead in Madison Township. Angeline became the wife of John Crawford, who is now living in AVashington County, Iowa, retired from agricultural work. The family enjoyed good educational advantages, and two of the brothers were teachers for some years.

The early years of our subject were spent under the parental roof, on the old home farm. Establishing home ties, he married Miss Martha A. Wolfe, a native of Franklin Township, Licking County, the ceremony which united their destinies beinj; solemnized November and Margaret reared in Franklin Township, and there they still reside. Mrs. Neibarger is the eldest of four children. Her sister, Mary Elizabeth, is unmarried and resides with her parents. Albert C. married Miss Alice, daughter of William Beall, a retired farmer residing iu Newark; they reside in Madison Township and are the parents of three sons and two daughters, viz.: Leon, Mabel, Stanley, and Cara and Katie (twins). Parker Lee, Mrs. Neibarger's other brother, cultivates the home farm and resides with his parents.

Nine children have been born to the union of Mr. and Mrs. Neibarger, eight of whom are living, namely: Mary, Charles Orville, Henry Curtis, Jennie Florence, Arthur C, Anna, James and Blanche. Horace was drowned in the spring when thirteen months old, having toddled away from his nurse and fallen in the spring. The children have enjoyed the advantages of the excellent public schools of the district, and the second son is now attending Ada (Ohio) College, with a view to fitting himself for professional work.

Mr. Neibarger is active in politics, being a stanch Democrat in principle. He has held various official positions in his township. In religious belief he and bis family are members of tbe Christian Union Church, and take an active interest in church and Sunday-school work, giving liberally to the support of the Gospel and other religious and charitable enterprises. Mrs. Neibarger is of Scotch-Irish descent, and some of her ancestors were of remote German extraction. Her maternal great-grandfather was a soldier in the Revolutionary War and fought under General Wayne.

ROBERT FULTON, who for many years was actively engaged as an agriculturist, but is now retired from business cares, was born in Berkeley County, Va., March 1, 1819. His parents, Robert and Jane (Latin) Fulton, were natives of Ireland, and were there reared and married. Immediately after their marriage they took passage for America, and landing in this country, proceeded to Virginia and made settlement in Berkeley County. After a few years spent there they came to Licking County, Ohio, in 1825. Here the father engaged to work on the Ohio Canal, which was then in process of construction. He commenced to farm rented property, and being frugal and industrious, he was soon able to make a small payment upon the farm which our subject now owns. As time passed by, he succeeded in completing the payments, and gave his attention to the improvement of the estate. Here his death occurred in 1852. His wife passed away some years later.

There were in the parental family three sons and three daughters, but the only survivors are Robert and Nancy. The latter is the wife of John McMillan, a prosperous farmer, who lives near our subject. William, who was the eldest of the family, settled north of Newark, where he died, and his wife is also deceased. They had a large family, some of whom remain in Licking County, while others have removed west. John M. is the father of J. Willis Fulton, whose sketch appears in this volume. Martha became the wife of Jacob Hartshorn and they died after having had four children.

In the subscription schools of early days, our subject gained a fair knowledge of the common branches, and as he has always been a thoughtful reader and a close observer, he is well informed. December 10, 1844, he married Miss Jane Keeran, a native of Augusta County, Va., born in January, 1820. She came to Licking County in company with her parents, Samuel and Sarah (Lilly) Keeran. To Mr. and Mrs. Fulton three children have been born. The eldest, John Wesley, married Ellen Williams and they have two children, Harry and Robert; they reside upon the old homestead. William L. married Julia Glick, and they have had six children, one of whom is deceased; they reside in McPherson County, Kan., where he is a farmer and stock-raiser. Martha J. is the wife of O. B. Young, and has three daughters, Laura, Helen and Hazel.

Having accumulated valuable possessions, Mr. Fulton is surrounded by all the comforts of life and his declining years are provided against want. His success is due to his enterprise, thrift and excellent judgment, and he well deserves the prosperity that has come to him. He is a man of sincere Christian belief, and his life has exemplified the earnestness of his religious belief. He has maintained an active interest in county, state and national affairs, and usually casts his ballot with the Democratic party, though at times, especially in local affairs, he votes with the opposite party when he believes the interests of the people will thereby be best subserved.

J7> DWIN R. CORNELL resides in St. Alban's l^ C\ Township, on the farm where his birth occurred, July 28, 1821. He is a member of a pioneer family of Licking County and a grandsou of Gideon Cornell, one of the early settlers of

Granville. The latter was a silversmith by trade and came west to Ohio in 1805, settling in Granville, where his death occurred one year later. His family numbered the following children: Gideon, for many years an agriculturist of St. Alban's Township, and who died in this county; Isaac, who removed to Texas; Sylvanus, who located at Alexandria and there died; Archibald, father of our subject; Naomi, who married Judge Holmes, and died in Marion, Ohio; Mrs. Charlotte Stewart, who died in Zanesville, this state; Mercy, wife of Rev. Samuel Carpenter; and Ruth, who married and is now deceased.

The father of our subject was born in Connecticut, near the city of New London, and accompanied the family to Ohio, where he became one of Licking County's agriculturists. When eighteen years old he owned land where Denison University now stands, but this he sold and purchased property in St. Alban's Township. This tract was heavily timbered and was almost destitute of improvements except a rude log cabin. Here he commenced life for himself, and in the cultivation of the place, through industry and energy, he gained a competence. He married Sarah Feck, a native of Nova Scotia, who came to Johnstown, Ohio, at the age of eighteen years. She was a devoted member of the Methodist Church, while Mr. Cornell was liberal in his religious views, not being connected with any denomination.

Politically Archibald Cornell was an unswerving adherent of the Democratic party, and was influential in its ranks. For some time he served as as Commissioner of Licking Count}-. He took an active part in the War of 1812, lighting in defense of the liberty of our country. His children were: Edwin R.; Helen, who married Abner Woods and resides in St. Alban's Township; Bertrand, who went to Oregon and died in Portland; Cecelia, who married Jonathan Hivey and died in Monroe Township; and Wilhelmina, who died in St. Alban's Township.

Upon the home farm the subject of this sketch was reared to manhood, alternating attendance at school with work on the home place. After conducting his studies in Evansville College he engaged in teaching school, being thus employed for seven winters. At the death of his father he inherited his present property, and now owns nearly two hundred acres, upon which is a line farm residence. He married a daughter of Joseph Mossman, a native of Ireland. She was born in Coshocton and remained a resident of Licking County from the time of her marriage until her death; her body now lies in the cemetery near the old home. Of their children Elizabeth died while attending school; Joseph H. resides with our subject; Nellie married a clothing merchant of Canton; and Cecelia is married and lives in Johnstown.

In national issues a Democrat, Mr. Cornell does not adhere to party in local affairs, voting for the man rather than the political organization. He has served as Township Trustee and in other local offices, being elected on the Democratic ticket, although the township usually gives a Republican majority. In his religious views he is a Universalist.

MATHEW FROST. Among the residents of Fallsbury Township who are gaining a livelihood by the tilling of the soil, we mention the name of Mathew Frost, whose efforts have contributed to the development of the rich farming lands of the county. Horn October 19, 1852, he is one of ten children constituting the family of John and Jane (Arnold) Frost, well known residents of Licking County. Besides himself there now survive the followingnamed sons and daughters: W. H., who lives in Iowa; Lucy A., now Mrs. Aaron Van. Winkle, and also a resident of Iowa; Nellus, residing in the Hawkeye State; Francis M., whose home is in Licking County; Mrs. Sarah J. Miller, of Licking County; and Mary A., now Mrs. Rogeis, of Putnam County, Ohio.

Acquiring a limited education in the common schools, and at the same time gaining a thorough knowledge of agriculture on the home farm, our subject grew to a sturdy manhood. Estab- lishing home ties, be married Mary J., daughter of Nathan and Jeminiah Netheis, natives of Virginia, but early settlers of Ohio. She was one of ten children, of whom besides herself the following are now living: John W., a resident of Muskingum County; Mrs. Catherine Horr; George W., of Licking County; Andrew J., also a resident of this county; Lloyd, whose home is in Knox Count}'; and Jasper E., of Licking County.

Mr. and Mrs. Frost have two children, Elvie J. and John W., both of whom are attending school. While not a politician in the ordinary usage of that term, Mr. Frost may always be relied upon to use his influence and cast his ballot for the Republican party, believing its principles conducive to the highest good of the country. He and bis wife are connected with the Primitive Baptist Church, and are among the highly respected residents of their community.

HENRY S. BEIDLER dates his residence in Licking County from the year 1858 and his connection with the mercantile interests of Johnstown from 1879. He was born in Fayette County, Pa., July 11, 1832, being a son of Joseph and Mary (Shellenberger) Beidler. Reared to manhood upon a farm, he was the recipient of a good business education in the common and select schools. Upon attaining his majority he came to Ohio and for a time taught school in Lawrence County. On his return to the Keystone State he was similarly engaged in Fayette County.

In 1855 Mr. Beidler again came to Ohio and soon afterward married Miss Sarah, daughter of Samuel Pile and a native of Fayette County, Pa., but at the time of her marriage a resident of Licking County, Ohio. Prior to his marriage he had become interested in a general store in Pennsylvania, and this he continued to operate until 1858, when he removed to Ohio and accepted a position as station agent for the Toledo & Ohio Central Railroad at Kirkersville. On the 19th of April. 1861, he enlisted in the Union army for a period of three months. His name was enrolled as a member of Company A, Third Ohio Infantry, in which regiment lie served until August of the same year.

Again enlisting in the army, Mr. Beidler became a member of Company C, Seventy-sixth Ohio Infantry, for a period of three years. On the 22d of June, 1863, he was commissioned Second Lieutenant of the Fifty-first United States Colored Infantry. In July of the following year lie was promoted to First Lieutenant, and resigned in February, 1866. Among the engagements in which he participated were those of Ft. Donelson, Shiloh, siege of Corinth, Sherman's attack on Chickasaw Bayou, Arkansas Post, Jackson, siege of Vicksburg, Ft. Blakeley and Mobile Bay, besides numerous marches and skirmishes.

At the close of the war Mr. Beidler returned to the Buckeye State and became a clerk in a store, continuing in that capacity until 1879, when he engaged in business for himself. He has erected a store building and residence, and has in other ways contributed to the progress of Johnstown. He was one of the organizers and the Vice-President of the Johnstown Building & Loan Association. He and his wife became the parents of four children, of whom two survive, Belle, wife of Charles Avery, and Ida Ma}', at home with her parents.

Politically Mr. Beidler is a Republican, holding that the doctrines of that party are most suited to the growth and advancement of this great country. His first Presidential ballot was cast for John C. Fremont in 1856. In a number of honored offices he has rendered efficient service, having been Mayor of the village, member of the Council, Treasurer of the town and President of the Board of Education. Socially he is a member of Johnstown Lodge No. 422, I. O. O. F.,and is Past Commander of the Ira P. French Post, G. A. R. During the administration of President Hayes he served as Postmaster of the village.

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lived in the locality of his birth, dying there at the age of seventy-six years. His first wife died at the age of twenty-nine, leaving two children, Henry S., of this sketch, and John, who died in Pennsylvania. The father was a second time married, becomiug by that union the parent of six children, namely: William, Peter, Ann, Amanda, Catherine and Jesse.

WILLIAM B. CHAMBERS, D. D. S., enjoys the distinction of being, in point of years of practice, the oldest dentist in Newark, his residence in this city dating from the year 1866. The son of Joseph H. and Rebecca (Beall) Chambers, he was born in Marshall County, W. Va., August 8, 1839. His paternal grandfather, James II., was born in the North of Ireland, there grew to manhood, married and engaged in the manufacture of linens. Emigrating to the United States, he sojourned for a time upon a farm in Lancaster County, Pa., whence he removed to Pittsburg and engaged in the boot and shoe business. In 1817 he removed to that part of the Old Dominion now included in West Virginia and there he continued to reside until the time of his death. At the age of seventy-eight he was killed by the kick of a horse.

In Grandfather Chambers' family there were four sons and two daughters, viz.: James, John, Samuel, Joseph II., Mrs. Jane Patterson, and Isabella, who married Robert Hay, of Pittsburg. Of these children Joseph II. was reared a farmer and manufacturer. After his marriage, which took place in West Virginia, he resided near Wheeling until his demise, at the age of eight3-Uve. His wife passed away when seventy-eight. In religious connections they were identified with the Presbyterian Church. Eight children comprised their family, of whom the following survive: James, a farmer and builder of West Alexandria, Washington County, Pa.; John, a resident of Washington, Pa., who is a dealer in supplies for

Upon the home farm our subject was reared to manhood, but he never tilled the soil, as his time in youth was spent in the school-room. After completing the studies of the common schools, he attended the West Alexandria Academy, under the tutelage of Rev. William II. Lester, and later was a student in the Pennsylvania Dental and the Jefferson College of Pennsylvania. He was graduated from the Pennsylvania Dental College and located at Newark, where he has since followed his profession with success.

The lady who became the wife of Dr. Chambers in 1870 was Miss Augusta, daughter of the late Hon. Isaac Smucker, of Newark. One child was born to them, but it died in infancy.

JOHN P. SWISHER, residing in Union Township, is one of the well-to-do land owners of the county, and at the present time has in his possession between five and six hundred acres located in Licking and Union Townships. Farming and stock-raising have formed his chief occupation, and to these he has mainly devoted his attention, although for a time he engaged in teaching school. A native of Licking County, he was born in Lima Township October 14, 1837. His father, Joseph Swisher, was born in Virginia, and at the age of seventeen years came to Licking Count}r, where he married Dorothy Houser, a native of Fairfield County, Ohio. They lived until advanced in years, then passed away.

In the family there were three sons and four daughters, of whom our subject is the third in order of birth and the eldest of the sons. At the age of seventeen he began to leach school, and for six years thereafter alternated teaching with attendance at school. Since that time he lias followed farming exclusively. In Licking County

March 14, 1861, he married Miss Sarah Green, a native of Licking County and daughter of Benjamin Green. After his marriage he settled in Licking Township, but two years later removed to Newark Township, and thence after several years went to Franklin Township, where lie made his home for seven years. Returning to Licking Township, lie spent three years there and then came to his present home in Union Township.

Mr. and Mrs. Swisher have two children, Carey A., who married Florence Stoolfire; and Mary D., wife of George Stinson. A Democrat in ^political views, Mr. Swisher has been active in all matters pertaining to the local welfare. For three years he served as Clerk of Franklin Township, and for the same length of time officiated as Trustee of the Union Township. He has held the office of Trustee of the Children's Home for several years. In early manhood he united with the Methodist Episcopal Church, to which he has since belonged, and he has held various official positions in the church. AVhile residing in Newark he was for three years Superintendent of the Sabbath-school of the First Methodist Church.

William W. Shannon

WILLIAM W. SHANNON, manager of the Borton Institute, at Newark, was born in Licking County, August 15, 1858, and is a son of Thomas ami Elmira (Hoyte) Shannon, also natives of this county and members respectively of Pennsylvania and New York families. As early as 1819 the Shannon family made settlement in this county, at which time the paternal grandfather of our subject located in Madison Township, and afterward continued to make his home here until his death.

A few weeks after the family came to Licking County the household was increased by the birth of a son, who was named Thomas. Upon the home farm he attained manhood, and when the time came for him to choose an occupation he selected that with which he was most familiar, agriculture. To his chosen calling he devoted his energies until June 5, 1891, when his earth life closed. He was a man of considerable prominence among the farmers of Madison Township, but never aspired to office or the distinction of public life, taking no more active part in politics than the casting of his ballot for Democratic principles and candidates. Socially he was a member of New Home Lodge No. 338, A. F. & A. M., at Hanover, Ohio. His wife did not long survive him, but passed away January 15, 1892.

Of the family of four children one is deceased, and the three survivors, Thomas W.; Sarah E., wife of Nathan S. Denman, and William W., reside in Licking County. Our subject, who is the youngest of the number, received an excellent education in the public schools, and for a time followed the profession of a teacher during the winter seasons, while the summers were devoted to farm work. December 1, 1893, he established in Newark the Borton Institute, with the history of which his name is closely associated.

The Borton cure for alcoholism has gained a wide reputation during the past few years. Its name has been received from its originator, Dr. T. A. Borton, a prominent physician of Warsaw, Ind., and the proprietor of the Plymouth Institute at that place. It claims (and practical tests verify this claim) to permanently remove the appetite for alcoholic stimulants of all kinds. Unlike other so-called cures that have been prominently brought before the public of late years, there are no attending or resulting bad effects of treatment, no permanent injuries to the mental or physical powers, no insanity and no suicides.

Politically a Democrat, Mr. Shannon has held various local offices in Madison Township. Socially he is Past Master of New Home Lodge No. 338, A. F. & A. M.; a member of Warren Chapter No. 6, R. A. M.; Bigelow Council No. 7, R. & S. M.; St. Luke's Commandery No. 34, K. T., and the Newark Lodge No. 13, K. P. He is a companionable, genial gentleman, who enjoj'S to a high degree the regard of his large circle of acquaintances.

HENRY ELLIS THOMAS is a successful farmer of St. Alban's Township. The Thomas family originated in Wales, and the first representative in this country was David Thomas, who, emigrating to America, settled in Cambria County, Pa., and there married Mary Rees. In 1802 he removed to Ohio, and coming direct to Licking Count}', settled on the Welsh Hills in Granville Township. There he and his wife spent the remaining years of their lives.

The father of our subject, Samuel Thomas, was born in Cambria County, Pa., in 1799, and accompanied his parents in 1802 to Licking County, where he grew to manhood on the home farm. His marriage occurred in Granville Township, and united him with Catharine Jones, a native of Wales, born in January, 1779. Mrs. Thomas had been orphaned by her mother's death when she was but a young girl, and about 1820 she came with her father to America, soon afterward settling in Granville Township, Licking County. There in 1824 she became the wife of Samuel Thomas.

Settling upon a farm on the Welsh Hills, the parents of our subject continued to live there until about 1835, and then removed to Harrison Township, where the wife and mother died in 1865. The father spent his last days with his daughter, Mrs.

Jcrusha Avery, in Jersey Township, where he died in July, 1877. His family numbered seven children. The eldest, Jerusha, married George Avery and died in Champaign County, 111., in 1892. The next in order of birth, Maria, became the wife of William Jones and died in Wisconsin during the '60s. The others are, Henry Ellis; Robert J.; Ann, the widow of Andrew Hicks; Charles R. and Edwin E.

The eldest son in the family, Henry Ellis Thomas, was born on the Welsh Hills in Granville Township, March 31, 1829, and his early years were spent in the immediate vicinity of his birthplace. He was reared to manhood on his father's farm, remaining with him until he attained his majority. In 1850 he accompanied his father to California with the intention of engaging in mining, and after being thus engaged for some eighteen months, returned to Licking County, and has since resided principally in St. Alban's Township.

December 7, 1852, Mr. Thomas was united in marriage with Miss Esther Nichols, who was born in St. Alban's Township, October 4, 1831. Her parents were Levi and Almira (Parker) Nichols, the former born in Weathersfleld, Windsor County, Vt., August 25, 1787, and the latter in Massachusetts, October 1, 1795. They were married in the Green Mountain State, whence in 1820, with their two children, they journeyed in a wagon drawn by oxen to Licking County, settling in St. Alban's Township. Here the father passed away January 18, 1871; the mother survived him a few years, departing this life June 16, 1877. They were the parents of ten children, of whom eight attained years of maturity, viz.: Sallie, Levi, Almira, Frederick, Lydia, Esther, Caroline and Mary. The union of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas has been blessed by the birth of three children, namely: Rosa M., wife of Charles Gallant; Judson E., who died in 1882, at the age of nineteen years, and M. Katharine.

The landed possessions of Mr. Thomas include one hundred and twenty-four acres, and he is also the owner of a fine residence. For more than twenty years he lias filled the office of Trustee of St. Alban's Township, and he also takes a commendable interest in educational matters. In 1848 he united with the Wesleyan Methodist Church of

Harrison, being one of its first members. Since that time lie has always been officially connected with the congregation, of which he is now one of the leading and active members. lie carries his religious principles with him into the practical duties of everyday life, thus proving the sincerity of his belief. He is a man who has the regard of all his associates and the respect of all with whom business or social relations bring him into contact.

REV. EDWARD I. JONES, pastor of the Plymouth Congregational Church of Newark, was born in Wales in August, 1834, to Isaac and Gwenllyan Jones. The family emigrated to the United States in 1839 and settled in Gallia County, Ohio, where the parents died, the father when sixty and the mother at the age of ninety-five. In his native land the father had followed the occupation of a cooper, but after coming to Ohio he engaged in farming pursuits.

In early life Isaac Jones was a member of the Church of England, but after coming to the United States he joined the Congregational Church, of which his wife was long a devoted member and in the faith of which both passed from earth. He was a poor man when he came to this country, but being industrious and energetic, he became well-todo, and in his declining years enjoyed all the comforts of life. He had two brothers and two sisters, namely: John, a prominent farmer of Gallia County, who founded a Congregational Church there; Daniel, who died soon after coming to the United States; Jane, who married Evan Jones and lived in Gallia County, and Nancy, Mrs. John L. Davis, who died soon after coming to this country.

There were in the family of Isaac Jones five children who attained years of maturity. John, a farmer by occupation, was killed at the age of forty-five by a boiler explosion in a sawmill in Gallia County. William, who combined the trade of a stonemason with the calling of a farmer, died in Gallia County at thirty-eight years, leaving several children, some of whom have attained prominence. Thomas, who was also a stonemason and a farmer, died at the age of fifty -six years. The next in order of birth is the subject of this sketch, while the youngest is Daniel, pastor of Stori's Congregational Church at Cincinnati, Ohio.

Alternating attendance at the neighboring schools with work on the farm, Edward I. Jones grew to manhood. At the age of twenty he entered the Ohio University at Athens, and later studied theology in the seminary at Oberlin. In 1858 he entered the Ohio Methodist Episcopal Conference and for twenty years served that denomination at Pomeroy, Zanesville, Newark, Columbus and other places. Wherever he was pastor he was honored and respected by his parishioners and always, with one exception, remained as long as the rules of the denomination would permit.

In the fall of 1878 Mr. Jones returned to Newark, where he founded a Congregational Church. Meetings were at first held in the opera house and city hall, and in the latter place, May 21, 1879, the Plymouth Congregational Church was organized with sixty-eight members, thirty-one by letter and thirty-seven by profession. The congregation continued to worship in the city hall until they entered their own building on North Fourth Street, in December, 1884. The lot and edifice have cost the members about $7,000, and are free from incumbrance. The membership has steadily increased until there are now over four hundred names on the church roll, and there is also a large and interesting Sunday-school. While the pastor has no stipulated salary, he is well supported by the free will offerings of the people. Since accepting the pastorate in 1878, he has attended nine hundred and seventy-three funerals (many of them of poor people) and has performed the ceremony at eight hundred and twelve marriages.

Through reading and travel Mr. Jones has acquired a broad fund of information, and is a ripe scholar and polished gentleman. In 1886 he made a tour of England and Scotland and visited his old home in Wales. Since his return he has frequently delivered lectures concerning his travels, and is also a popular lecturer upon other themes. He is in sympathy with every reform and upholds every public-spirited measure. In 1856 his first ballot was cast, at which time he supported John C. Fremont, and he advocated the principles of the Republican party until about eight years ago, when he joined the ranks of the Prohibitionists and now votes with that party.

In 1862 Rev. Mr. Jones married Miss Helen, daughter of Dr. James W. Cherrington. She was born in Jackson County, Ohio, and died after having become the mother of three daughters now living. Olive is now librarian at the Ohio State University in Columbus; Helen Grace is a fine musician ; Winifred Cherrington is attending school. In March, 1890, Mr. Jones was united in marriage with Miss Cynthia Cherrington, a sister of his former wife, and an estimable lady, who assists her husband in his ministerial labors by her encouragement and helpful counsel.

(~y EORGE T. GRORE, a farmer residing in V~J[ Franklin Township, was born in Licking Township, this eoui^-, July 28, 1848. He is the son of Benjamin and Susanna (Richardson) Grore, the former born in Licking County, March 27, 1807, and the latter a native of Maryland, born near Ilagerstown, February 15, 1815. The paternal grandparents, Martin and Mary Grore, were natives of Virginia, where they were married and all their children were born, excepting Benjamin. In 1806 they came to Licking County and entered a tract of two hundred acres. Of this original farm our subject's father inherited one bundled and sixty acres, which he tilled and made his home until the time of his decease. The family is of German ancestry, and was early established on the Old Dominion soil.

Of the brothers and sisters of our subject, we note the following: David was born February 21, 1838, and is a prosperous farmer of Allen County, Ind.; James R., whose birth occurred November 3,

1841, is married and operates a farm in Adams County, 111.; Martin E., born March 26, 1846, is a farmer of Adams County, 111.; Mary Ann became the wife of William Boring, and died in Licking County; John U., born January 23, 1852, is a farmer of Franklin Township; Benjamin F., whose birth took place October 20, 1854, lives on a portion of the parental homestead.

In the common schools of the neighborhood our subject conned his lessons in youth, there laying the foundation to which, by culture and reading, he has added. His life work has been that of a farmer, and he also for some years has given considerable attention to the veterinary surgeon business. January 15, 1873, he was united in marriage with Miss Rosa V., daughter of John Armstrong, late of Franklin Township, this county. Her mother was known in maidenhood as Margaret Burner, and was a native of Licking County; she died in 1858. The father died when Mrs. Grore was eleven years old. By his first marriage he had four daughters and one son, all of whom survive excepting one of the sisters. Rachel is the widow of William Anderson and lives in Newark; Maggie married David Cole, a merchant of Newark; James R., the youngest of the family, married Alice Sherrard, and is employed as engineer at the County Infirmary. The second wife of John Armstrong was Margaret Hutzel, who survives him. Three children were born of that union, namely: Stephen A., Edward and Ida M., all of whom reside with their mother in Franklin Township.

Two children have been born to Mr. and Mrs. Grore, of whom the elder, William, born October 15, 1873, died at the age of twenty-two months. Lillie M., who was born February 26, 1875, married Joseph Brownfield November 2, 1893, and resides on a farm in Franklin Township. Until about ten years ago our subject tilled the soil of his father's farm. Since coming to his present home he has introduced many improvements, which have greatly enhanced the value of the property. Conspicuous among these improvements is the commodious and conveniently arranged residence, recently erected after a modern style of architecture, It is perfect in its appoint- meats, and contains every convenience which the most refined taste can suggest. The surroundings are in harmony with the character of the residence, and everything indicates the thrift and excellent management of the owner.

(-T^T BRAM FLORY. The life of this honored r - \ citizen of Licking County is well worthy of emulation by those who are embarking in business without capital or influential friends. In the truest sense of the word he is selfmade, for all of his accumulations have been gained by industry, perseverance, self-denial and the exercise of sound judgment in business transactions. For half a centurj- lie has been identified with those who have been instrumental in building up the business interests of Newark, and through that long period his career has been alike honorable and progressive.

The parents of our subject, George and Mary (Ilines) Flory, were born near Strasburg, France, and emigrating to the United States, settled in the western part of New York, where tbey resided upon a farm until advanced in years. They then moved to Williamsville and later to Buffalo, where they purchased property. In that city they died, the father at the age of ninety, and the mother when eighty-seven. Of their six children we note the following: George entered the French army and was killed in a duel; Madeline married a French military officer and is deceased, leaving four children; Anthony, a farmer by occupation, resides in Ottawa, 111.; Mary died in Buffalo, N. Y., several years ago; our subject is the next in order of birth; Frank, for some years a butcher and liveryman at Ottawa, 111., went south in 1861, and engaged in the cotton trade until his death in Franklin, Tcnn. The father followed the occupation of a farmer throughout his entire life. During the French Wars he was a soldier under Napoleon Bonaparte.

born in Strasburg, France (now a part of the German Empire). In 1830 he was brought by his parents to the United States, and settled with them upon a farm of one hundred and sixty acres situated between Lockport and Buffalo, N. Y. At the age of thirteen he entered school in the latter city, remaining one year and obtaining the nucleus of his business education. He was then apprenticed to Joel Aulberger, a butcher, with whom be remained until nineteen. Going to New York City, he sought employment, but being a stranger without friends, he reluctantly saw his small savings fade away without a prospect of having then replenished. Thinking he might be more fortunate in another city he went to New Orleans, reaching that city with only lift}' cents in his possession, and after much mental and physical suffering he found employment as a butcher, his landlord helping him to the situation in order to get his pay for board and lodging due him.

Working faithfully and saving his earnings, Mr. Flory accumulated $95, with which he purchased a meat stall at St. Mary's Market and embarked in business for himself, continuing until the epidemic of yellow fever appeared. He then sold out and went to Vicksburg, where he cut cord wood for steamboats at twenty-five cents per cord, and was obliged to board himself. He soon became dissatisfied with both board and wages, and so went to Louisville, Ky., where he rented a pasture and engaged in buying and selling livestock. Success was his for a time, but unfortunately he was taken ill. As long as his money held out he was given good nursing and attention, but when his funds were exhausted he was advised by his physicians to go farther north.

Going to Cincinnati Mr. Flory found work very scarce there, but happened to meet a man from Columbus in search of a butcher. This gentleman made him a proposition, which he accepted, and going to that city served him about one year. From there he removed to Hebron, Licking County, and entered into partnership with Abram Burner, his cash capital consisting of but $19.50. Soon afterward he purchased his partner's interest and became sole proprietor of the business, which he conducted with success. In 1844, during the cam- paign, he was told that he could double his money by betting on Henry Clay, but his advisers were wrong, and he lost all. He then borrowed 150 of Thomas Cully for ten days and when that time expired borrowed the money of James Lyons to pay Cully, and then borrowed from Harvey and S. B. Woolson to pay Lyons, in that way preserving his credit.

In 1847 Mr. Flory came to Newark and bought out Wiley Davis. He was prospered and gradually enlarged the business, adding pork packing to the other lines. In 1863 his slaughter house, packing house, ice house and cooper shop were destroyed by fire, and having no insurance, he sustained a total loss. Being in debt for some of his property he was greatly embarrassed, but succeeded in passing through the financial crisis with unimpaired credit. In 1872 he sold a half-interest in the business to George W. Havens, and continued the business under the firm name of Flory & Havens for a number of years, after which the partnership was dissolved. Afterward lie engaged in the real-estate business. He platted the Flory Addition to Newark, which is a beautiful residence part of the city.

In 1841 Mr. Flory married Mary Margaret Hartzell, who was born in Alsace, France, accompanied her parents to the United States and settled in Buffalo. She died February 2, 1850, aged thirty years, leaving four children. Mary married Harmon Forry and died in Newark, leaving one son, Cory. Margaret is the wife of Edward Ferguson, of Newark. Catherine first married Charles Andrews, afterward became the wife of Daniel Fuller, and now lives in Buffalo, N. Y. Louise, formerly the wife of George Miller, of Newark, died in 1893.

November 3, 1850, Mr. Flory married Nancy, daughter of John and Leah (Limbarger) Woodard, a native of Licking County, born November 16, 1832. Eight children have blessed the union. William, deceased, was a butcher in Newark; he married Emma Luella Wolf and left two children, Eda and George, now living with their grandparents. Jesse A. is an attorney at Newark. Melissa, the wife of Cyrus B. Wilson, lives in Henry County, Mo. Ida married Spencer Philips, of Newark.

Irene is the wife of Ellis Jones, of Newark. Josephine died in infancy. Louis N., who married Minnie Coffman, is proprietor of the planing-mill owned by his father. Josie May married John Ankele and resides in Newark.

Politically, Mr. Flory was in early life an old line Whig and is now a Democrat. He has been a member of the City Council for four years and is foreman of the Street Committee. He is a stockholder in the street railway and has erected a number of business blocks and residences. With his wife he holds membership in the Plymouth Congregational Church. His success may be attributed to the fact that he has always maintained his credit, never evading payment of debt by falsehood or deceit, but always seeking an opportunity of meeting his obligations. Although he has passed the age usually allotted to man, he is hale and hearty, full of business energy, keen perceptive faculties and able to cope with the shrewdest business men. He was the promoter of all that part of the city of Newark lying west of Eighth Street and between Columbia and Raccoon Streets, which is known as Flory 's Addition. His name is mentioned among the foremost of those who have been instrumental in building up the business interests of the county for half a century. He further enjoys the distinction of being a self-made man, all of his accumulations being the result of the exercise of sound common sense and untiring industr}-.

OWEN HICKEY, a retired merchant and farmer residing in his pleasant home near Claj' Lick, was born in County Clare, Ireland, fifty-nine years ago. When a small lad he crossed the Atlantic in company with his parents, and arriving in the United States, resided in New York City for a number of years. Thence, when a youth in his teens, he came to Ohio and settled in Licking County. Until six years ago his home was in Hanover Township, and in partnership with his brother Edward he owned and carried on a general mercantile store at Black Hand, opening the establishment about the time of the outbreak of the Rebellion, and continuing thus engaged until about 1885. As a business man lie was keen, sagacious, intelligent and upright in all transactions, and he won and retained the confidence of the people of the village and surrounding country. Through good management and frugality he accumulated a competence wherewith to smooth the pathway of his declining years, and enable him to spend the twilight of his life undisturbed b}' financial worries and perplexities.

The lady whose marriage to Mr. Hickey was solemnized in this county, and who has since been his faithful helpmate, bore the maiden name of Lizzie Dundan,and, like himself, was born of Irish parentage, her father and mother, James and Susanna (Crampton) Dundan, having been born in the Emerald Isle. She, however, was born in Licking Count}', to which place her parents emigrated soon after their marriage in Ireland. Settling upon a farm here, they continued to make this county their home until they died. Mrs. Hickey was the eldest member of the family, the others being, James, Jr., who is unmarried and lives in Columbus, Ohio; and Mary, who resides with Mrs. Hickey. The union of Mr. and Mrs. Hickey has been blessed by the birth of five children, all living at home, and named as follows: Thomas, Edward, Erank, William and Agnes.

Mr. Hickey cast his first Presidential ballot for Abraham Lincoln in 1860, but since that time he has been independent in politics, always voting his convictions as represented by the principles of either party. He is loyal to his friends, and in county and state politics votes for men rather than measures. In religious matters, Mr. Hickey was reared in the Roman Catholic faith, to winch he inclines at present, though he is liberally inclined and is not in full accord with all the doctrines of that church.

The farm upon which Mr. Hicke}' now resides consists of ninety acres, to the management of which he devotes his attention. The location is one of great beauty, and invariably attracts the admiring glances of the passer-by. Though the farm is small, every acre is productive and adds to the revenue derived from the estate. The buildings are neat and arranged so as to suit the convenience of the family. Mr. Hickey is a man of charitable impulses, who both as a merchant and as an agriculturist has displayed the business qualifications that bring success to their fortunate possessor.

RICHARD S. SIGLER, the owner and occupant of a well improved farm in Franklin Township, was born in this precinct two miles from his present residence, January 16, 1836. His parents, Jacob and Jane A. (Inlow) Sigler, were natives of Licking County, the former born November 5, 1814, and the latter August 9, 1815. The paternal grandfather, John Sigler, was the son of a German who emigrated to America prior to the Revolutionary War. He came with his family to Licking County, Ohio, about 1812, and in the midst of the wilderness opened, cleared and improved a farm. The surrounding country was almost in the primeval condition of nature, and the settlement of Franklin Township had not yet fully commenced.

The subject of this sketch was the eldest of a family of three sons and two daughters. The others are: Lovina, who is married and resides in Boone County, Iowa; Jesse, who died in Iowa at the age of about forty years, leaving a wife and two children; John, who died at about fourteen years; and Emma J., who married David Griffy and resides in Jacksontown, Licking County. In the neighboring schools our subject acquired a fair English education, and having been a student during his whole life, he is exceptionally well informed on the current topics of the day, as well as in the history of the country.

Learning the trade of a wagon-maker, Mr. Sigler was thus engaged until the introduction of machinery rendered the trade unprofitable. He still, however, continues to do odd jobs for himself or neighbors as occasion demands. At the age of twenty-six years, he was united in marriage with

Miss Elizabeth A., daughter of James B. and Mary (Swern) Irwin, natives respectively of Maryland and Germany. Her paternal grandparents were born in Maryland in 1775, the grandmother bearing the maiden name of Charity Murray. The grandfather came to Licking County in 1817, and entered from the Government a tract of land comprising our subject's present farm. There are now in possession of the family the patents signed by President Madison.

The maternal grandparents of Mrs. Sigler, John and Christina (Weaver) Swern, emigrated from Germany to America in 1814. They suffered greatly in crossing the Atlantic, their boat being driven out of her course, thus prolonging the voyage, and those on board were almost starved when land was reached. They remained for a short time in Shenandoah County, Va., and from there came to Licking County, Ohio. Mrs. Sigler was the eldest child of her parents, the others being Caroline Virginia, who died in 1855; John P., who married Matilda Lake, and lives in Newark, Ohio; and George W., residing near Alexandria, and a farmer by occupation.

Unto Mr. and Mrs. Sigler four children have been born, of whom three arc living. James F., who was born November 21, 1863, married Miss Anna Turner, of Lebanon, Ohio, and they have one child. He is a young man of fine attainments, a graduate of the scientific and classical departments of Lebanon University, and now holds the position of Superintendent of the city schools of Wichita Falls, Tex. Jay E., born September 13, 1866, learned telegraphy, but at present is engaged in farming in Newark Township; lie married Miss Sadie Wade. Owen E. was born February 8, 1883, and is now in school. Rosa May, who was born February 14, 1865, died at the age of six weeks. The children have received excellent educational advantages, and Jay was at one time a teacher.

In religious affairs Mr. Sigler is active and zealous. He and his wife are earnest, consistent members of the Methodist Protestant Church. Frank is actively connected with the Methodist Episcopal Church, and being a talented musician and excellent singer, his services are in great demand both in church and social gatherings. Jay and his wife are members of the Presbyterian Church. The Sigler homestead consists of one hundred and sixty-five acres of well improved land, upon which our subject engages in mixed farming. In addition to grain, he also raises stock, and gives considerable attention to fruit culture, having a fine orchard of apple, peach, cherry and pear trees, together with many small fruits. He has sold as many as a hundred bushels of blackberries in a single year. A life-long Democrat, he has held several offices within the gift of the people of this locality. For fifteen years he held the office of Township Clerk, and for ten years served as Township Trustee.

r^r EORGE W. BURNER, M. D., a practicing V^T physician of Apple ton, is a native of Homer, Ohio, and was born on the 27th of Jul}-, 1863. He is the youngest child born to the union of John H. and Elizabeth (Condon) Burner, of whom extended mention is made on another page of this volume. His boyhood years were passed in the locality of his birth, and he was the recipient of excellent educational advantages. After having completed the studies of the common schools of Homer, he entered the Ada (Ohio) Normal School, where he continued his literary researches. Later he was a student at Otterbein University, in Westerville, Ohio.

However, previous to entering the University, the subject of this sketch began teaching school, and following his attendance in that institution he continued to teach during the winter season. It had been his determination and ambition from boyhood to become a physician, and acting upon this resolve he commenced the study of medicine under the preceptorship of Dr. Reynolds, of Homer. He spent three years in study, during a portion of which time he attended Columbus Medical College, graduating from that institution in March, 1892. Upon completing his studies he opened an office for the practice of his profession in Pleasantville, Ohio, but after having resided in that place a short time he came to Appleton, in 1892. He is the only physician of the village and has established a practice extending through a large portion of the surrounding country.

The marriage of Dr. Burner was solemnized on the 29th of January, 1892, and united him with Miss Winifred McClintick, a native of Licking Count}-, and daughter of W. W. and Margaret (Lavue) McClintick, who were numbered among the early settlers of this part of the state. To Dr. and Mrs. Burner has been born a daughter, Marguerite. The religious home of the family is in the Methodist Episcopal Church of Appleton, to the maintenance of which the Doctor contributes generously and in the good works of which he feels a deep interest.

AMUEL FARMER, a well known agriculturist of Hopewell Township, was born April 18, 1841, upon the farm where he now lives. He is the son of William and Catherine (Perry) Farmer, the former of whom was one of the early settlers of Licking County, having been identified with its history from childhood and having shared the hardships and vicissitudes common to all pioneers in the opening of a new country. The mother was born in Virginia, but was brought to Muskingum County, Ohio, in infancy, and also endured the hardships of frontier life. She passed from earth March 1, 1857.

In the family of William and Catherine Farmer there were seven children, three of whom died in infancy, and Perry on the 4th of December, 1858. There now survive: Mary, wife of James Iden and a resident of Hanover Township, Licking County; Isaac, who makes his home in Hopewell Township, and Samuel, our subject. The father of this family was fatally wounded in a railroad wreck on the Pan-Handle Railroad, January 17, 1865, from the effects of which he died on the 22d of January, 1865. He was a man of upright character, whose nobility of purpose and integrity of principles

The boyhood days of our subject were spent on the farm where he now lives. His school advantages were limited, as most of his time was devoted to farm duties, and there were not in those days the excellent opportunities for acquiring an education that are offered the youth of this generation. Trained to agricultural pursuits he naturally selected farming as his life work, and in this occupation he has since engaged. He chose as his helpmate on life's journey Miss Julia Ann Lauhfman, and the ceremony uniting their destinies was performed on the 31st of October, 1861.

Ten children were born of this union, one of whom died in infancy. Of the others we note the following: J. M. is married and lives in Newark; William, residing in Hopewell Township, married Miss Plesa M. Frances and they have two children; Perry, also a resident of Hopewell Township, chose as his wife Miss Hattie J. Phillips, and they have one child; "J. F. is clerk in a store in Newark; Margaret Ann, wife of Homer L. Rogers, has one child, and lives in Hopewell Township; Almeda, Harvey, Lucy J. and Julia E. are at home with their parents.

The farm owned and occupied by our subject consists of two hundred acres, upon which a substantial set of buildings has been erected and other first-class improvements added. While not an active politician, Mr. Farmer is a stanch member of the Democratic party. In local matters he uses judgment in casting his ballot, always voting for the candidate whom he considers best qualified for the office, irrespective of political belief. He and his wife, also several of the children, are identified with the Baptist Church and are active in religious enterprises.

VAN R. MOORE, a retired farmer of Burlington Township, was born October 30, 1821, within one mile of his present home. He is the son of Jacob and Mary (Dixson) Moore, natives of Augusta County, Va., the father born in 1788 and the mother in 178G. Jacob Moore was twice married, his first union taking place in the Old Dominion and resulting in the birth of three children, one of whom, John, resides in Delaware County, Ohio; he was born in 1813, and has always engaged in agricultural pursuits.

The second marriage of Jacob Moore resulted in the birth of five children, of whom Van R. is the next to the youngest. Caroline, the eldest, married Eli Smootz and died in 1890, leaving several children. Allie Ann became the wife of Willis Hoagland and resides in Indiana. Harvey is a widower and lives with bis children in Hardin Count}', Ohio. Allen married Miss Mathews and is now a resident of Delaware County, Ohio. Van R. was a student in the pioneer log schoolhouses of early days, acquiring a fair common school education. His life occupation has been that of agriculture, in which he has met with unvarying success.

In 1845 Mr. Moore married Miss Mary Butcher, who died in 1858, leaving three children, viz.: Cynthia, now the wife of John Richardson, a merchant in Spencerville, Allen County, Ohio; William A., who resides on a farm adjoining that of his father, and of whom mention is elsewhere made; and Eliza A., wife of John R. Carver, a farmer of Bennington Township, Licking County. The second marriage of our subject occurred in 1859, uniting him with Matilda, daughter of Adam and Anne (Crowe) Patterson, and a native of Burlington Township, having been born in 1824 upon a farm adjoining her present home. Her father was one of the first settlers of this township, having come here in 1810. On coming here he was obliged to cut his way through the timber from Utica, a distance of five or six miles. His first marriage resulted in the birth of two children, Betsy and Lydia, both deceased. His second wife, Rebecca Moore, was a sister of our subject's father, and one son and two daughters were born of this union, all now deceased. By his third marriage he had seven children, two sons and five daughters, of whom six are now living, Mrs. Moore being one of the number.

a Whig, he became a Republican upon the organization of the party, and has since cast his vote with that political organization. He was twenty 3'ears old when General Harrison was elected President, and took a lively interest in log cabin parades and in wearing the Buckeye clothing. He has held various official positions in Burlington Township, in all of which he has rendered efficient service to his fellow-citizens.

With Mr. and Mrs. Moore resides a granddaughter, Grace Moore, whose mother died when she was a child. She is now seventeen 3-ears of age and is well educated, having been a student in the Utica Normal School and Granville Female Seminary. The landed possessions of Mr. Moore at one time were large, but he has been liberal in his gifts to his children and now retains only one hundred and sixty acres. This, however, is finely improved, and constitutes one of the most valuable farms of Burlington Township.

JOHN H. BURNER, a retired business man of Homer, was born in Greenbrier County, W. Va., April 10, 1818, and is the son of Daniel and Christina (Hisey) Burner, both natives of the Old Dominion, the father born in Greenbrier County, and the mother in Shenandoah County. The paternal grandfather was a soldier in the Revolutionary War. In 1820 the parents removed to Pike County, Ohio, where the father engaged in farming and also assisted in the construction of theOhio Canal. Hediedin 1833, and the mother removed to Licking County, where she resided for two years. Thence going to Knox County, she made it her home until her death in 1850.

There were five children in the family, of whom John H. is the next to the youngest and the only one now living. He attended the subscription schools of early days, walking three miles through the woods to the schoolhouse. The building was one of primitive construction, without floor, with puncheon benches instead of desks, and oiled paper over holes in the walls instead of windows. Under these adverse circumstances the lad attained a fair knowledge of the common branches. In youth he was employed on the Ohio Canal and also assisted his brother-in-law in clearing up a timber farm. When about eighteen he began to learn the trade of a cabinet-maker. At that time every article of furniture was made by hand. For several years he worked as a house joiner, and meantime constructed the first turning lathe ever operated by horse power in Homer.

November 18, 1845, Mr. Burner was united in marriage with Miss Elizabeth Condon, a native of Maryland and of Irish and English descent, her father being an Irishman. Seven children were born to Mr. and Mrs. Burner, of whom four are yet living. Daniel, who was born in September, 1846, is employed b}r the Case Manufacturing Company of Columbus, Ohio. Robert, John M. and Elizabeth, died at the respective ages of nineteen, twenty-one and nineteen. William L., a draughtsman, is employed in the shop of which his brother Daniel is foreman. Hattie is a successful school teacher and resides at home. George W. is a practicing physician at Appleton, Licking Count}', and a graduate of the Ohio Medical College at Columbus. All the sons are married.

The active business life of our subject is practically over, although he still owns and operates a groceiy and notion store in Homer. He does not, however, engage in active work as in years past, but confines his attention to a general oversight of his establishment. His life occupation was that of a furniture dealer and undertaker, in which he gained a competence. During the first administration of President Grant he served as Postmaster at Homer. Though reared a Democrat, he has not voted that ticket since the election of Franklin Pierce. He is now a stanch Republican and takes pains to keep himself well posted on current events. His sons are also Republicans.

The religious home of the family is in the Methodist Episcopal Church, and this is true of preceding generations as far back as the record extends. It is also worthy of note that the sons have, without exception, officiated as Class-leaders in that denomination, and all but the eldest have been teachers. In her youth Mrs. Burner was a school teacher, and met with success in that occupation. She is a lady of refinement and culture, and is highly esteemed in the social circles of the village.

JESSE M. CLARK. In addition to general agricultural pursuits in McKean Township, this gentleman also owns and operates a general store at Sylvania. He is a native of this township and was born February 5, 1828. His parents, Fleetwood and Elizabeth Clark, were both natives of Pennsylvania and were there reared and married. In 1814 they came to Licking County, and settled upon the land now occupied by the village of Sylvania. At that time there were but few settlers in McKean Township, and their nearest neighbor was three miles distant.

In the family of Fleetwood Clark there were eleven children, nine of whom attained years of maturity, but only three are known to be living. The father died in 1850. His first wife, the mother of our subject, died in 1838. Jesse M. is the only representative of the family now in Licking County, and is one of the oldest native-born citizens of McKean Township. In his boyhood years public schools had not come in vogue, and such educational advantages as were offered the children could be secured only in subscription schools. In one of these our subject was a student whenever it was possible for him to leave home. Farming has been his life work to a great extent, and he was engaged exclusively at this occupation until 1876, when he embarked in the mercantile business at Sylvania.

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sues, but in local matters supports the man best qualified for office, irrespective of political views. Twice married, lie lias no children living of his first union. In 1854 he married Sarah Bishop, who was born in the Empire State, and they are the parents of two children, Frank and Orpha.

HENRY SHIPLEY. The farm owned and occupied by this gentleman lies in Bennington Township, and consists of one hundred and eighty-six acres of land, under excellent cultivation. Here he engages in the raising of the various cereals to which the soil is adapted. He was born in Berlin, Holmes County, Ohio, October 28, 1830, and is a son of Josiah and Elizabeth (Hoagland) Shipley, the former born in Washington County, Pa., in 1808, and the latter a native of Virginia. At a very early date in the history of Holmes County, the Hoagland family settled there, and accumulating valuable property, also became known as one of the most influential families of that section. An uncle of our subject, Moses Hoagland, served as a Colonel in the Mexican War. and was also a member of Congress from the Congressional District of which Holmes County is a part. Another uncle, James, was a representative to the Ohio Legislature from Holmes County, while Pliny, a brother of the latter, was one of the Directors of the Pittsburg, Ft. Wayne & Chicago Railway Company.

From Pennsylvania the father of our subject removed to Guernsey County, Ohio, thence to Holmes County, and finally to Licking County. His first wife, our subject's mother, died in 1850. Four years later he went to Iowa and settled in Des Moines County, where he continued to reside until his death, in December, 1883. Two of his brothers died in Missouri, another in Nebraska, and the fourth in Indiana; their father lived to the advanced age of one hundred. Our subject is the eldest child born of his father's first marriage, which resulted in the birth of twelve children, eight now living. Moses, a farmer and mechanic, resides in Licking County; Stephen, also a mechanic, lives in St. Louis, Mo.; Martha, wife of Charles Warth, is a resident of Kansas City, Mo.; George is engaged in farming near Council Bluffs, Iowa; Parker, a farmer and stock dealer, lives near Mt. Pleasant, Iowa; Lean na, wife of John Barn hill, resides in Burlington, Iowa; Marion is a farmer near New London, Iowa.

The second marriage of Josiah Shipley united him with Elizabeth Rorick, who now lives near New London, Iowa, with her eldest son, John. Twelve children were born to this union, of whom six are living. Lydia resides in Nebraska, where her husband is Clerk of the Courts; Angeline is married and lives in Page County, Iowa; Mrs. Ella Bishop lives near New London, Iowa; Frank, who is unmarried, resides with his brother John; Charles is married and lives near New London, Iowa.

The subject of this sketch passed his boyhood years uneventfully, attending subscription schools in the winter and working on the farm in summer. Though his advantages were not good, he acquired a practical education. In youth he learned the carpenter's trade, which he followed for many years in connection with farming. December 7, 1856, he was united in marriage with Miss Sarah A. Parsons, a native of Licking County, born in 1839. Her parents, J. C. and Sally Parsons, came from York State in 1837 and are now deceased.

Eight children were born to Mr. and Mrs. Shipley. Willis M., of Bennington Township, married Elma Simmons and has two children. Josiah C. first married Eva Dixon, by whom he had one child, and afterward wedded Ella Bowman, who bore him two children; he lives in McKean Township. Elmer E., a widower, resides at home, his wife having died in October, 1892; he has two daughters. Martha, Mrs. James Shipp, resides in Liberty Township, and has two sons; Marion married Miss Jennie Day and lives in Burlington Township; Zoa Zella resides at home.

and three years later he was re-elected, serving six years. During that time a great deal of public work was done, among which ma}7 be mentioned the erection of the Orphans' Home, the Old People's Home at the County Infirmary, the County Jail, the armory at Hebron, as well as that at Newark, and several bridges. These are substantial improvements and the Homes will long stand as monuments to the memory of the charitable people of Licking County. Mr. .Shipley has always taken an active interest in politics, being a Democrat. While not aggressive, he believes in every man having convictions and also having the courage of his convictions. Active and zealous in religious work, he has for many years been a member- of the Methodist Episcopal Church.

iTt NDREW J. BAKER, one of the valiant / - \ men to whom we are indebted for the preservation of the Union, was born in Muskingum County, Ohio, August 11, 1841. His parents, Joseph and Catherine (Haynes) Baker, were natives of Ohio and came to Ohio prior to their marriage, settling in Belmont County. After a short sojourn there they removed to Muskingum, and later to Licking County, where they both died, the mother being the first to pass away and the father following her shortly afterward. Twelve children had been born unto them, eight of whom survive, and all are residents of Ohio with the exception of one sister, Mrs. Susan Francis, who lives in Missouri.

In youth Mr. Baker enjoyed good school advantages and at the age of twenty years he began to teach school, but his occupation was interrupted by the outbreak of the Rebellion. He was then under twenty-one and his father opposed his enlistment, but being resolved to enter the service, he went to Iowa and enlisted as a member of Company E, Eighth Iowa Cavalry, which was mustered in during September, 1863. At once the regiment went to the front. They suffered severely, being reduced from the full quota of twelve hundred men to three hundred and forty-five discharged at the close of the war. When it is considered that the regiment was recruited several times with new men, it is reasonable to suppose that few of the original number escaped.

With his regiment our subject participated in the following battles: Dalton, Resaca, Kenesaw Mountain, Mt. Kingston, Atlanta, Eastport, Columbus, Franklin, the two days' battlcof Nashville, Tuscaloosa, Blue Mountain and many engagements of less importance. While he had many narrow escapes, his cap being knocked off his head and bullet holes penetrating his clothing, yet he was never wounded. He was promoted to Sergeant of his company and was recommended for a commission as First Lieutenant. From August 20, 1864, until March, 1865, he was in command of his company. He was honorably discharged at Clinton, Iowa, in October, 1865. At the time of Ins discharge he was so reduced and emaciated by disease incurred in service that he weighed but ninety-eight pounds. He was unable to engage in any active business, and his disability has continued to the present. For many years after the war he received a pension of $6 per month. This was afterward made $8, later raised to $12, and is now $14. He is a member of Evans Post No. 668, at Perryton, and has been its Commander for the past four years.