Madison Township (part 15 of 30)

SAAC D. MILLAR was a native of Pickaway County, born amid its primitive environments May 18, 1822, became one of its most prominent and successful farmers and stockmen, and in his death its citizenship suffered a severe loss. He

AVhen our subject was a boy, his mother died, and he then went to Virginia to live with an aunt, until he attained his majority. He received a fair education in the primitive schools of Ohio and Virginia, and being naturalh' a keen observer of men and events, as well as of nature, he acquired a well-earned reputation of being a well-informed man, who could discourse intelligently on all the topics of the day. He was a good worker, was energetic and s\'stematie in carrying out his plans, developing a spirit of enterprise early in his career, and was marvelously prospered in all that he put his hands to. At the time of his death, October 21, 1867, he was one of the wealthiest men of the township, and one of its extensive land-holders, owning nine hundred acres of as fine land as can be found in all Harrison. He was a first-class farmer, as was attested by the appearance of his farm, and he was counted among the best citizens of the community where he dwelt so long, always displaying a commendable public spirit in helping forward all schemes for civic improvement, and lending his influence to promote the higher interests of township or county. His political views were identical with the doctrines of the Republican party, which found in him a firm supporter.

Mr. Millar was ver}' fortunate in his selection of a wife in the person of Miss Sarah A. Millar, to whom he was wedded Feliruary 22, 1844, as in her he had a true companion, an active helpmate and a wife who devoted herself to his welfare, and tenderl}' cherishes his memory since he entered the life immortal. Seven children were born of their union, of whom these four are living: William; Mary, wife of the Hon. T. E Cromley, of Pickaway Count}'; Leonard, and Annie, wife of Frank Chryst.

Mrs. Millar, who is a daughter of William and Mary Millar, early pioneers of the county, who are represented elsewhere, was born April 24, 1817, and was reared to maturity in Pickaway County, in one of its pioneer homes, receiving her education in the public schools of Harrison Township. She has witnessed the greater part of the growth of this region from its original condition, and is a good type of the worthy daughters of the pioneer stock of the State who have contributed their share to its prosperity. She resides on the home farm in Harrison Township, where she dwelt so many years in contentment and liappiness with her husband, helping liim in the upbuilding of their home, and she enjoys the respect and regard of the entire community, where she is well known.

ACOB MoNEAL. Attention, method and industry are the foundation stones of success in business. To those who labor faith- '' fully success almost invariably' conies. The career of Mr. McNeal viewed from a business and social standpoint is worthy of record in a volume, containing biographical reviews of prominent citizens of Madison Count3^ Integrity of word and deed has been the corner-stone of all his business transactions, and during his residence in West Jefferson he has made many warm friends throughout the county and State.

Jacob McNeal, Sr., the father of our subject, was a native of Cumberland Count}', Pa., where also his mother, who bore the maiden name of Matilda Faught, was born. After their marriage, the parents emigrated from the Keystone State to Ohio, and located in Jefferson Township in 1837, on what is now the site of West Jefferson. Mr. Mc Neal was a farmer by occupation which he prosecuted together with the grocery business. He was elected and served nearly fifteen years as Justice of the Peace in this township and departed this life in 1866. His wife, who still survives him, has attained the advanced age of eighty-eight years.

Of the parental family of nine children, our subject is the only son and was born in Pennsylvania December 16, 1825, thus being twelve years of age when he accompanied his parents on their removal to Madison County. He grew to manhood in Jefferson Township and assisted his father in operating the farm until learning the trade of a carriagemaker and blacksmitli. which occupation he is engaged in more or less at the present time. Early in the '70s, Mr. McNeal was appointed Notary Public and has also filled the offices of Justice of the Peace, Township Clerk and as a member of the School Board. He has taken a lively interest in local affairs, and in politics casts his vote and influence in favor of the Republican party. He has been of much benefit to the community in which he resides, being at all times a willing and cheerful contributor to worthy causes. He owns a nice residence in the village, which is ably presided over by his excellent wife.

October 17, 1847, Jacob McNeal and Miss Mary, daughter of Nehemiah Gates, were united in marriage. The lady was born in Jefferson Township, in 1827 and by her union with our subject has become the mother of eight children, two of whom died in infancy. Those who lived to mature years were Milo, now deceased; Frank, Alice, John, Amber and Pxlith. Alice is the wife of J. M. Longman; Amber married J. W. Nichols; Edith is Mrs. Daniel McCarty; John married Miss Mary Rinn and lives in Jefferson. Frank still remains at home. Our subject is a member of the Masonic order and holds membership in Madison Lodge No. 221, A. F. ct' A. M.

\l EWIS SCOTHORN. The son of a pioneer, and a pioneer himself, this venerable octogenarian, familiarl}' and affectionatelj' known as "Uncle Lewis," is distinguished in the annals of Pickaway Count}' as one of its oldest native-born sons now living within its borders. For more than half a century he has been closely connected with the growth and material interests of Walnut Township, as one of its most skillful carpenters for many years, and also as a successful farmer, who has developed one of its most desirable farms.

Our subject was born in the townsiiip mentioned, January 31, 1812, a sou of Lewis and Anna (Tollman) Scothorn. His father was a native of Scotland, while it is supposed that his mother was born in Virsfinia. In 1804. his father came to Ohio with his family on liorsebaek with three pack horses, and they were among the first to settle in Walnut Township and Pickaway County, taking up their home in the woods, where the howls of the wolves disturbed their slumbers at night, and the wild game that was plentiful furnished a grateful addition to their rather scanty fare. Indians still lived here, and there were but few traces of the coming civilization. The father of our subject was a hard worker, and devoted his energies to clearing a farm, but he finally succuml)ed to the liardships of pioneer life and died in 1816. lie had been twice married, and but two of his cliildren are known to survive, our sul)ject and his brother John, the latter l)eing a resident of Ft. Scott, Kan.

Uncle Lewis >Scothorn was reared to man's estate amid the rude environments of frontier life, growing with the growth of the county, and always making his home in Walnut Township. lie remained on tiie farm on which he was born xmtil he was twenty-one, and then began to work at the trade of a carpenter, which he pursued for many years, being in great demand on account of his ability in that line. He has built some thirty-two barns, and innumerable houses and other buildings. He was especially noted for his expertness in handling the l)road-axe, and in scoring and hewing logs and timl^er. He was also interested in farming, and liad a farm which he rented until his sons be came large enougli to manage it. He has l)uilt three sawmills for himself at different times, and operated them with water power. In the fall of 1847, he settled on his present farm, upon which he has dwelt in comfort and contentment ever since. He erected a sul)stantial and well-arranged l)rick house, and has made various other improvements that have greatly increased the value of the farm since it came into his possession. His land is one hundred and twenty acres in extent, and is well tilled and very productive.

Our subject was married December 5, 1833, to Miss Susanna Westenhaver, a sister of Emanuel Westenhaver, of whom a sketch appears in this work. May 22, 1851, the marriage thus happily begun was ended by the death of the beloved wife, who left man}' sorrowing friends behind, and a famih' devoted to her nicmorv. But two of the ten children born of that union survive: William H. H. and George W.,the latter a resident of Winfield, Kan., and a veteran of the late war, in which he served with honor four years. The - followingare the children of our subject that died: Peter, Nancy, Eliza, Rebecca, Sophronia, Frances, Calvin, and one that died in infancy and was buried with its mother.

Our subject's son William resides on the farm with him, assisting him in its management, and he is a wide-awake, capable farmer. He is a sound Republican in politics, and ever3^thing that concerns his native county has great interest for him as a lojal and public-spirited citizen. He married Miss Fanny Moyer, and they have four cliildren, whom they have named Calvin M., Cora D., Samuel L. and Fanny F.

"Uncle Lewis" is a typical pioneer, and among the many aged representatives of that class of citizens in Pickaway County, none is more honored or worthy than he. He received his education in the primitive log cabin school of old times, the one that he attended having at first a clapboard roof, which was later surmounted with shingles, and slabs served as seats, while the desks for writing were boards placed on wooden pins that had been put into holes bored into the log walls. He early began the struggle of life on his own account, having to depend entirely on his own I'csources, and he has been very successful in accumulating property that places him among the substantial citizens of his native township. He is an unqualified Republican in his politics, and has always heartily favored pul)lic progress.

EF. DUNN. The dry-goods and notion house par excellence of Circleville, or in ^ fact in tiie whole Scioto Valley, is the spacious and handsome emporium of E. F. Dunn & Co. It is in all respects a leading and well-appointed establishment where is always displayed an unusually fine and very complete assortment of everything in the lines indicated, every depart- raent being' replete with the latest novelties. The prices here quoted, too, are rock-bottom figures, yet no inferior goods are allowed to be placed in stock, patrons being assured of receiving honest value and satisfactor}' treatment in this deservedl}' popular store. Mr. Dunn is popular as a businessman, and enjoys the unbounded confidence of all having dealings with him. He employs a number of courteous assistants, but keeps close personal supervision over every department.

Our subject was born in Geneva, N. Y., on the 18th of December, 1863, and inherits English blood from the paternal side of the house, his father, W. G. Dunn, being a native of Cambridge, England. AVhen a boy, the latter came to the United States, located in New York City, and there learned the dry-goods business. He subseqnently removed to Belief ontaine, Ohio, was in the dr3'- goods business there for some time, and then went to Geneva, where he continued in the same business for two years. After this, he returned to New York, settled in Rochester, but not long afterward went to Columbus, Ohio, where he built a brick block on High Street, and was engaged in business there for some time. He was very successful in all his business ventures, was reliable and energetic, and verv popular wherever he located. He owns valuable city property, and is a substantial and progressive citizen. A member of the Second Presbyterian Church, he has been Trustee for some time, and is a liberal contributor to all laudable enterprises. His wife, whose maiden name was Susan Cross, was born in Shaftesbury, P^ngland, but when a child was brought by her parents to the United States, and settled witli them in New York. The father of our subject was twice married, and had two sons by his first union: James, in the dr}^- goods business in Columbus, and William, who is deceased. His second marriage to Miss Cross resulted in the birth of three children, of whom our subject is the youngest, the other two being Joseph and Florence.

E. I"'. Dunn was reared in Columbus, Ohio, from the age of five ^-ears, and attended the High School of that city until he graduated in 1880. Feeling the need of still further educating himself, he entered Marietta Colleafe and oraduated from the scientific and philosophical course in 1884 with the degree of B. l*h. After this, he was engaged with his father in business until INIarch, 1889, when he came to Circleville, and purchased a small stock here. This he has increased in every vvay, and is now the proprietor of one of the largest, finest and best selected dry-goods houses in the Scioto Valley. He is a sharp, shrewd business man, and is as liopular in social as in business circles. Our subject was married in Circleville on the 2d of February, 1892, to Miss Florence Courtright, a native of Circleville, Ohio, where she received the rudiments of an education, but later finished in Cincinnati. She is a refined and educated lady, and is well liked by all. She is a daughter of Judge S. W. Courtright, one of the county's prominent men. Mr. Dunn is a member of the Presbyterian Church, and is a stanch Republican in his political views.

OHN PANCAKE, who is known throughout Madison County as a man of more than ordinary business enterprise and exceptional sagacity in money matters, has accumulated wealth by farming and stock-dealing on a large scale, and, still in the prime of life, is actively engaged in business, but now resides in his beautiful home that he has made for himself and his family on North Main Street, London.

Mr. Pancake was born in Stokes Township, this county, November 15, 1851, and is a son of Cephas and Nanc3' (Cooper) Pancake, who were also natives of this county, and spent their entire lives here. The father was born February 21, 1819, and died October 12, 1874; and the mother was born September 23, 1824, and died July 29, 1855. Both the Pancakes and the Coopers were early pioneer families of this State. Joseph Pancake, the paternal grandfather of our subject, who was a Virginian by birth, came here at an early day, and at first located in Ross Count^^ but not long thereafter, he removed to Madison County and cast in his lot with the frontiersmen who had preceded him, and in later years died on the farm that he had redeemed from the virgin forest. He was boin De- cember 18, 1789, and died .September 15, 1853. lie had six children: Isaac, Jesse and William, who were half Ijrothers to James, Toland and Jane (Mrs. Johnson). He was a member of the ]Methodist E[)iscopal Church, and was active in its upbuilding in this count3\

The father of our subject was reared as a farmer and stock dealer in Range Township. He became very prosperous, and was one of the most prominent farmers of that township. He bought and sold stock extensivel}", and was known far and near as an exceedingly shrewd financier. In politics, he favored the Democratic party, and had clear and sensible views on all topics of general interest. He was tlie father of six children b}' his marriage with the mother of our subject, of whom our subject is the only survivor. The others were Margaret, William, ]\Iary J., Thompson and David S. B}^ his union with MissC. ^^ Mahoyfive other children were born: Joseph, Edwin B., Emma I., Aquilla and Cephas P., of whom Emma and Aquilla are dead.

The subject of this biograph}^ was educated in the London schools. At the age of twenty years, he left home and took a trip Westward to prospect for any opening by which he might make a good start in life. He was unable to find anything suitable, and returning home, he remained there until 1875, when he was married on the 9th of December to Miss A. L., daughter of Robert and Ann (Thomas) Rea, of London. Her father is one of the wealthiest men of the count}', and is living retired in London.

After liis marriage, Mr. Pancake engaged in farming on the old Rea homestead in Oak Run Township, where he remained until 1887. But prior to that he had purchased one hundred and fifty acres of the five hundred and forty acres of said farm, and the remainder of it his father-inlaw gave to Mrs. Pancake. Besides this valuable property, iMr. Pancake has a good farm of ninety acres in the same township. He has three tenants on his farms, and from their rental derives a good income. He has always been a large cattle dealer, and has raised a great deal of stock, hiring some six hundred acres of land, besides emplo3'ing his own for that purpose. He is still interested in

When he left the farm, in 1887, ISIr. Pancake came to London and erected one of the best residences within its precincts. It is of a handsome and tasteful st3-le of architecture, is supplied with all the modern conveniences and improvements, is elegant in its api)ointments, and its attractiveness is enhanced many fold by the unostentatious and gracious hospitality offered to all who cross its threshold by the amiable hostess and the courteous, genial host. Our subject and his wife stand high in social circles, their many fine qualities of head and heart attracting to them many warm friends, and the p]piscopal Church finds in them two of its most devoted members, who contribute generously of their means to forward its every good work. INIr. Pancake is an uncompromising Democrat, and is well informed in politics, both local and national. He lias held the offices of Treasurer and Trustee of Oak Run Township, and is classed among the men who take a genuine interest in all that concerns their community, and are an honor to tlie citizenship of their native count}'.

V seph's Catholic Church at Circleville, is a gentleman of broad theological and classical education, who has won the highest esteem both of his parishioners and the entire community. The church and school under his charge occup3'a most beautiful site on the highest point of the historical mounds of archaeological times, which, if pre served, would have been of inestimable value. The Catholic Church was fortunate in securing the land with a clear title, and on the site where the old mound-builders no doubt held their religious services, a congregation now worships in an elegant edifice.

Father Meara was born in Cincinnati, Ohio, October 25, 1850. His father, Stephen Meara. was a native of County Tipperaiy, Ireland, and emigrated to America when a 3'oung man, spending a few years in Quebec, and removing tlience to Boston. At St. Mary's Church, on Bunker Hill, he was married to Miss Ellen Meagher, who, like himself, was a native of County Tipperary, and came to America with her uncle. Six children were born of the union, our subject being the eldest.

The first recollections of our subject are of the city of Columbus, whither he was brought b}' his parents when about two years old. He received the rudiments of his education at St. Patrick's School, and in 1866 entered St. Mary's Seminary at Cincinnati, where he studied for four years in the classical course, afterward spending about the same number of years in the study of theology and phllosoph}'. In Ma}', 1874, he was ordained to the priesthood by Bishop Rosecrans.

Immediately after he was ordained. Father Meara became Rector of the Cathedral at Columbus, and his labors in its behalf were so arduous and ceaseless that his health failed, and he was compelled to spend one year in travel through the Western States. With strength renewed and health invigorated, he returned to his chosen field of work, and spent two 3'ears with the congregation at Columbus. He came from there to Circleville in April, 1882, and at once noticed the magnificent possibilities for the establishment of a school here. With him, to think was to act, and it was not long ere plans were made, funds were raised, and the handsome buildings erected. The school was opened in September, 1885, and has proved Father Meara 's foresight and wisdom, for the attendance averages two hundred pupils, and the course of study is practical and thorough.

A modern style of architecture was used in the construction of the building, wiiich contains twelve school rooms, large corridors, broad stairwa3'S, and was erected at a cost of about #20,000. It is heated with hot air, well ventilated, and lighted bj' electricity. Six Sisters of Charity are employed as teachers, and the diplomas awarded the graduates are worthy of any school in the State. In addition to these labors, Father Meara has recently had the church refrescoed and remodeled at a cost of $1,000, and it is now conceded to be one the most beautiful structures in Ohio.

Since his connection with the church at Circleville, Father Meara has introduced many new features into its various departments of work, and possesses the happy faculty of winning the friendship and co-operation of all with whom lie comes in contact. He is progressive in his ideas, forcible and vigorous in his language, liberal in his views, and has that deep sj'mpathy with humanit}^ which adds to his influence among his parishioners.

TIEODORE AV. MILLER, of London, i^ the largest dealer in diy-goods, carpets, cloaks and fanc}^ goods in this city, and he is also Postmaster at this point, receiving his appointment from President Cleveland, and still continuing to hold the office on account of his manifest fitness for the place, and of his general popularity.

Urbana, in Champaign County, is the native place of our subject, and there he was born January 24, 1844, into the household of Abrara and Harriet Minshall, natives respectively of Virgina and Ohio. When he was a small child, he was deprived of a mother's tender care by her untimely death in 1847. She left one child beside himself, his sister Ellen, now Mrs. S. R. Morris, of Fayette County. The father of our subject was a wagonmaker, and for some years carried on his trade at Midway, where his wife died. He continued to manufacture wagons for some years longer in that town, and then engaged in hotel-keeping there until 1882. He became well known as mine host, and was a favorite with the traveling public. In the year mentioned, he came to London, retiring from business, and afterward removed to Toledo, where he is living with his daughter, Mrs. Fisher, and at the age of seventy-four is serenelj' awaiting life's great end, with the calm faith of a true Christian. His life has been guided b}' high principles, and he has always espoused every good cause that would in his judgment benefit the community. Thus he is a champion of temperance reform, and belongs to the Prohibition party, in politics. Religiously', he is a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church, and was a Trustee of the same. His wife also belonged to that church.

Our subject is of mixed German and English blood, his father descending from the Germans, and his mother of the Anglo-Saxon stock. lie was carefully educated in the schools of Midway, this county, and received a good home training that has had a wholesome influence on his after life. He remained with his father until he was eighteen years old, and then the brave, patriotic 30uth determined at all hazards to take part in the great war that was then waging betw-een the North and the South, and enlisted in Company K, Ninety-iifth Ohio Infantry, and during the three long and trying years that followed, he displayed steadfast coiu-age, true fortitude in the most desperate situations, and an unfaltering loyalty to his country that led him to suffer and sacrifice much for its sake, and no member of his regiment proved a more valiant and etticient soldier than he. The first battle in which he fought was at Richmond, where he was taken prisoner, but he was subsequently exchanged, and he did good service at Yicksburg, when that city was besieged, and was an active participant in numerous other engagements. His last battle was that of Brice's Cross Roads, in Mississippi, where he was again captured by the rebels, who sent him to Andersonville, and he endured all the horrors of that prison for ten months, being barely alive when he at last left it, weighing sixty pounds less than when he entered its doors, and going out therefrom in 1865 a mere wreck of his former vigorous constitution.

Returning home after his bitter experiences Of military life, as soon as he was able our subject entered a commercial college at Columbus, that he might better fit himself for a business life. After leaving college, he engaged in the grocery trade at Midway, continuing therein until 1870, when he closed out his stock at a good profit, and, coming to London, took a position as a clerk with John Kinney, with whom he remained until that gentleman's death in 1887. He acted as his book-keeper, and during tlie last three years carried on the business, as Mr. Kinne}' was out of health.

Mr. Miller bought his old employer's stock of goods after the latter 's decease, and is still carrying on the business, Avliich he is constantly enlarging, as he is a man of marked enterprise, understands fully the demands of the trade, is prompt to take advantage of the money market, and, in buying always the best at the most reasonable rates, is enabled to sell at moderate prices, and, as he is invariably courteous and honorable in his dealings, has secured a large custom. His establishment is complete in its ap{)ointments, and he employs six clerks, who are attentive to the wants of the customers, and are obliging and well trained. The postofflce is also well conducted under our subject's keen supervision, and three faithful clerks are employed to do the work. Mr. INIiller is one of the standard-bearers of the Democratic party in this county', and as a Mason and member of the Grand Army of the Republic, he is prominent in social circles. He is actively identified with whatsoever tends to elevate the moral and religions status of the community, and is one of the foremost members of the Methodist Episcopal Church, of which he is Trustee.

Mr. Miller's domestic relations are of the pleasantest, as he has found a congenial companion and devoted wife in Margaret Fisher, to whom he was married in 1868. Their marriage has been hallowed to them by the birth of two children: Ea}^ K., a student at Columbus; and Ercell. Mrs. Miller was a native of this county, and a daughter of Isaac B. and Elizabeth (Jefferson) Fisher. Her father was a large farmer and stockman. Mrs. Miller departed this life February 22, 1892.

OHN W. O'DAY. The gentleman of whom it is our pleasure and privilege to here give a short biographical sketch is a representative farmer and stock-raiser, located in Pleasant Township, Madison County. He was born on the old home farm in Pleasant Township, June 18, 1860, his parents being Henry and Elizabeth (O'Day) O'Day, also natives of this county. Our subject grew to manhood on the home farm, attending the district schools during the winter, and began life on his own responsibility when twenty years of age. Being naturally a good juflgc of stock, he was engaged by his brother in bnying and selling cattle for a number of years. He was married January 4, 1883, to Miss Harriet Elizabeth Eusick, of Range Township, Madison Count}'. She was the daughter of Elijah W. and Rachel (Reece) Busick, and was born in 1865.

He of whom we write was the fifth in order of birth of a family of six children, of whom four are still living: Elijah lives in London, Ohio, where he is engaged in the stock business; Mary married W. N. Olney, and makes her home in Indianapolis, Ind.; Harley is a soldier in the regular arm3\ The eldest son, Scott, died in infancy, as also did Celia. To Mr. and Mrs. O'Day have been born two children: Elijah, Jr., who had his birth November 20, 1883, and Edna Maria, November 14, 1887.

In his political relations, our subject is a Democrat, as was his father before him. His estate comprises two hundred and two acres, which his industry and good management have placed under a high state of cultivation. As before stated, he is engaged in stock-raising, and reaps quite a handsome return from this branch of agriculture.

'^IJAMES RADER is one of the principal farmers and stockmen of Pickaway County, and has extensive farming and stock inter- ^^^l^ ests in Pickaway Township. The large tract of land owned by him lies in the middle of the famous Pickaway Plains, one of the most historical spots in the State, and it includes the most of the original farm on which stands the noted Logan Elm, the south line of his lands extending to within three hundred yards of this ancient tree, beneath whose branches Logan, CUiief of the Mingos, made his renowned speech in 1774, at the time Lord Dunmore, then Royal Governor of Virginia, concluded the treaty of peace, whereby the great Northwest Territoi'y was thrown open to the white man. Here stood Squawtown and Indian Village, where some fighting was done in the past.

Mr. Rader is a native of Pike Count}-, this State, and was born December 8, 1839. His father was Adam Rader, a Virginian by birth and a farmer by occupation. When he was twenty-three years old, he came to Ohio to cast in his fortunes with the early settlers of I*ike County, and here entered land, which he suljsequcntly improved into a good farm. The country was sparsely settled as to its white poi)ulati<)n, l)ut Indians were numerous and there was plenty of wild game. He lived to see the county quite well developed and populous, dying in 1867, and thus passed away one of the mosi resi)ected pioneers of his community. He was active in religious work as well as in material interests, was a most worth}' meml)cr of the IMethodist E|)iscopal Church, and was of a quiet, retiring disposition, kindly, gentle and considerate in his intercourse with others, and always attended strictly to his own affairs, never meddling with anybody's else business. He started out in the woods without any means, but by his unremitting industry and excellent business talent, he actiuired a valuable property, and at the time of his death, he had six hundred acres of choice land.

Noah Rnder, the grandfather of our subject, was also a native of Virginia, and spent his last years in Pike County, this State, with his son, dying at the age of eighty-eight years. He was a strong, powerful man, with a fine physique. The Indians were troubl some while he lived in A'^irginia, threatening the destruction of his family and his property, and that was the cause of his migration to Ohio. The mother of our subject was Nancy Thorp, a native of Virginia, and a descendant of one of the old families of that State. She was a member in high standing of the IMethodist P^piscopal Church, remaining true to the faith until her death, which occurred when she was seventy-fonr years old. Of her ten children, eight are living, our subject J)eing the tliird in order of birth.

James Rader, of this biograpliical review, spent his early life on his father's farm and obtained his education in the typical log schoolhouse of pioneer times, which was furnished with slab benches, and half of one side of the building was removed to make way for the fireplace and mud and stick chimney. He remained at home with his parents until lie was twent3'-one years old, and then began life for himself b}' working out at the rate of ^13 per mouth. He prudentlj' saved his earnings and at the end of tliree j^ears entered upon his independent career as a farmer by renting land, in 1862, along the Scioto River.

In 1875, Mr. Rader came to Pickaway County and purchased his present farm on the Pickaway Plains in Pickaway Township, and has six hundred and nineteen acres of as fine farming land as can be found in Ohio, all lying in a bod}^ and well equipped with substantial improvements. From its fertile fields he reaps rich harvests of grain, and in its pastures raises line stock, buying and feedingmany cattle also. He has been remarkably successful, financially, and is one of the moneyed men of the township and of the county, to whose wealth he has materially added. He is a whole-souled, large iiearted man, strong of purpose, prompt in action, and endowed with great capability-. He is one of the foremost Democrats of this section, has been a delegate to county conventions, and stands high in the opinion of his fellow-townsmen, irrespective of party.

Mr. Rader was married, in 1862, to Miss Mary A. Shock, a native of Pike County and a daughter of Andrew and Amanda (Shoemaker) Shock, who were of Virginian birth and were early settlers of Pike County, where they died. Mr. and Mrs. Rader lived very liappily together until her death, June 12, 18'Jl. She was a woman of rare merit, with a warm and generous heart, and was helpful and friendly to all who came under her influence, looking well to the comfort of her household. Life, with its joys and sorrows, for her is over:

To our subject and his wife were born these twelve children: Anna, George B., Nettie, Oscar (deceased), Dennis, Burr, Florence, Don, Scott, Cora, Smile}^, and James C. Anna married Lewis

^ OHN W. DECKER has been a resident of Pickaway County all his life, and his example of industry and earnest and sincere endeavor to succeed in life is well worthy of imitation. He is now successfully following an occupation that has for ages furnished sustenance to the ready worker, and that he is progressive and advanced in his ideas is manifested in everything about his place.

He was born in INIadison Township, PickaAvay County, March 20, 1849, and his father, Yause Decker, was also a native of this count}-, born m a log cabin October 12, 1814, and was one of the pioneer settlers. The latter became familiar with hard labor at an early age, for he assisted his father in clearing wild land in this county, and here he received a limited education in the pioneer schools, which were taught in log cabins with slab seats, huge fireplaces, etc. After reaching man's estate, he married Miss Jemima Williams, and the union was blessed by the birth of three children one beside our subject now living, Kate H. Mr. Decker died in 1891, following to the grave his estimable wife, who had passed away a few years before. He was a Democrat in i)olitics and was public-spirited and enterprising. He left a valuable estate of seven hundred and fifteen acres of land, all well improved. He was active in all educational matters and served as School Director for many years. He was a good citizen, an excellent neighbor and a kind and loving husband.

Our subject's paternal grandfather, Luke Decker, was a native of Virginia and when a young came to Pickaway County, which was then wild and unsettled. Indians were numerous and wild animals filled the woods. After getting a start in life, he returned to his native State, married, and, with his bride, returned to the Buckeye State. They settled in a little rude log cabin in Madison Township, this county, and entered upon the serious business of trying to make a living. Mr. Decker was one of the first to settle in this section and was a pioneer in every sense of that term.

John W. Decker was reared to manhood in his native county, and, like his father and grandfather before him, has been prominently identified with the interests of this county. In addition to a good practical education obtained in the district sehools of Madison Township, for two years he attended the well-known Baptist Institution at Grandville, Ohio. He has improved all his advantages and is a man well posted on all subjects of interest. On the 1st of October, 1873, he was married to Miss Kate H. Millar, daughter of Michael and Margaret Millar, early settlers of Madison Township, Pickaway County, Ohio. Both parents are now deceased. Mrs. Decker has one brother and three sisters in Madison Township, viz: IMelissa, wife of Nathan Perrell; C4eorge R.; Alice, wife of Robert Perrell, and Mattie.

The original of this notice is the owner of three hundred and forty-five acres of land and is one of the foremost farmers in his section. In politics, he is a Democrat and is a stanch advocate of the principles of that party. In all worth}' enterprises, he takes a decided interest and is well known throughout the section as a public-spirited and charitable citizen. He is a member of the Township Board and has held other positions of trust in Madison Township. His marriage was blessed by the birth of four children: Clifford H., Annie M., Georgie and Millar M., all bright and capable.

fOASH CROMLEY, a native of Pickaway County, April 17, 1830, the date of his birth, is of the old pioneer stock, and was ^_^ born and reared on the farm in Walnut Township which is still his home, said farm being one of the earliest to be reclaimed from the primeval wilds of this region. Our subject is a son of Jonas and Amelia (Hoffines) Cromley, natives I'espectively of Pennsylvania and Maryland. His ancestors on both sides of the house were Germans, and his grandfather Ilofflnes was a soldier in the War of 1812, drawing a pension in after years for his services therein. His paternal grandfather, Paul Cromle}', emigrated from Penns3dvania with his family to Ohio in 1815, and settled on the farm in Pickaway County now owned by our subject, his son Jonas being a boy at that time, he having been born in 1803. The family made their home in a log cabin in the woods, and the elder Mi\ Cromley labored hard to clear and develop this farm, upon which he died at a rij)e age, leaving behind him a goodly record as a pioneer who had struggled bravely against the adverse forces of nature, and was helpful in the ui)building of the county.

Jonas Cromley grew to man's estate on the old homestead amid scenes of pioneer life and received a fair education in the primitive schools of the day. He succeeded to his father's farm, and did much pioneer labor in its improvement. He was successful financially, accumulating a comfortable property, and he was a conspicuous figure in public, political, social and religious life of the community. For jears, he served as Trustee and Treasurer of the township, and he was always in favor of whatever would advance the township or county. He was a Democrat, ever true to his political convictions, and in his religious affiliations he was a Lutheran. He and his good wife lived hai)pily together many years, and were blessed with four children, namely: George, a resident of Columbus; Joash; Ann IM. and David.

He of whom this biography is priiicii)ally written was reared on the old farm that had been his birthplace and has always been his home. His education was conducted in a log cabin, that was rudely furnished with slab benches, and the only desks were boards placed on wooden pins against the walls of the room, being intended only for the scholars to write upon. He early became familiar with the details of farming, and since the old homestead came into his possession he has kept it up to a high standard of cultivation and improvement. He has here a quarter of a section of land that is naturally rich and productive, and from the harvests that he reaps from its well-tilled fields and the , stock that he raises in its excellent pastnres, he derives a good annual income. Mr. Cromley is one of the Directors of the Reber Hill Cemetery, which is located in Walnut Township, and of which he was one of the incorporators. He has the welfare of his native county at heart, and in his successful career as a farmer has done much to promote its material progress. In politics, he stands with the Democrats. He has the confidence of the business community and is well known in his neighborhood as an earnest, candid, openhearted man.

Our subject took unto himself a wife December 18, 1851), in the person of Miss Amanda Ashbrook, and to them have been Ijorn two sons, Charles and Joseph. Mrs. Cromle}- is also a native of Pickaway Count}^ born in 1835 in the pioneer home of Absalom and Phoebe (Dunnuck) Ashbrook, who were early settlers of Walnut Township.

Scott, M. A., who was a native of Depple Parish, Elgin, Scotland. His father, Rev. John Scott, M. A., was also a native of Scotland and in that country passed all his life. This family was one of the most prominent ones -of vSeotland and its members were men of education and learning. The coat of arms used in the family and by our subject's greatgrnndfatlier, Hon. (Tustavus Scott, was a dove with an olive branch in its beak with the motto: "Caudia Magna Nueio." Rev. James Scott, M. A., left his native land and settled in Virginia before 1739, and his brother, Rev. Alexander Scott, M. A., came to the Old Dominion at the same time. The former was rector of Depple, A^a., until he went to Prince William County, Va., and there he became Rector also. He was a college-bred man, and owned the large and beautiful estate of "Westwood."

Hon. Gustavus Scott was born on the beautiful estate of Westwood, Prince William County, Va., in 1753, and studied law at Aberdeen, Scotland, after which he graduated in law at Midde College,

London. During the Revolutionary War, he removed to Dorchester County, Va., and served as Representative of the State. Later, he removed to Washington City and was one of the Commissioners for the erection of public buildings in that city. He was an intimate friend of Gen. George Washington, and advanced from his own pocket considerable sums of money for the troops during the Revolutionary War, and he, with two other men, went seciu'ity for the United States, to the amount of $120,000. He was a true patriot and won a national reputation. His son, John C. Scott, was a native A^irginian, born in 1782, and was a large landowner and planter there. In 1820, he came to Ohio, located in Ross County, near Chillicothe, and became the owner of immense tracts of land. He died at the age of fifty-eight years. His son, Charles L. Scott, the father of our subject, was also a native of the Old Dominion, born on the 20th of September, 1812. He was a law graduate, practiced his profession at Chillicothe, Ohio, and was also the owner of considerable land near Yellow Bud. In 1848, he removed to Philadelphia and engaged in the wholesale merchandising business. He died there on the 24tli of January, 1861. In politics, he was a Whig, and in religion an Episcopalian. He married Miss P^lizabeth E. Slesman, a native of Philadelphia, born on the 7th of Januaiy, 1815, and the daughter of George and Elizabeth Slesman, both natives of Philadelphia, Avhere the father was engaged in wholesale merchandising. To Mr. and Mrs. Scott were born nine children, all of whom grew to mature years and seven of whom are now living. With the exception of our subject, all are residents of the "City of Brotherly Love." Two brothers, John C. and Arthur AV., were in the Civil AVar, the former enlisting In a Pennsylvania regiment in 1864. The latter was also in a Pennsylvania regiment.

Edward AV. Scott, the seventh child in order of birth of the aboved-mentioned family, was born in Philadelphia, Pa., on the 25th of July, 1849, and was educated in the private and select schools of that city. He remained under the parental roof until twenty-one years of age and then began clerking. The fertile soil of Ohio tempted him here in 1872, and he first located in Circleville,

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& Co. lie followed this business in this cUy for five years, after whicli the firm dissolved partnership and commenced again under the firm title of Heffner, Scott <t Co., with headquarters in Columbus. This firm lasted for three 3'ears, after which the firm of Seeds & Scott was formed in the same place. Tliis firm owns the elevator on Fourth and Norton Streets, on the Pan Handle road, and is engaged in bujing and shipping grain to the East.

In 1889, INIr. Scott removed back to Circlevillc on account of poor health and confined his attention principally to agricultural pursuits. He owns a fine farm of three hundred and eighty-five acres in Jackson and Muhlenburg Townships, on Darby Creek, all well improved with good buildings, fences, etc., and is engaged in raising full-blooded Percheron draft colts.

Mr. Scott was married on the 9th of September, 1875, to Miss Cynthia Renick, daughter of John Renick, a native of Virginia, who left a large estate of two thousand acres at his death. One child blessed the union of ]Mr. and INIrs. .Scott: Minnie Renick, whose birth occurred on the 17th of May, 1878. Mr. and J\Irs. Scott are members of the Presbyterian Church and he is Trustee and Treasurer in the same. In politics, he is a through and through Republican.

<$, n»/I LLI AM E. IRELAND, M.D. The medi- \/\l/l cal profession has among its members many VtW noble men, whose lives are filled with acts of goodness and animated with a desire to relieve the sufferings of mankind. Among those who occupy an honored place in the esteem of the citizens of Fayette Countj^ is the subject of this sketch, senior member of the firm of Ireland & Ireland, who has associated with him his older brother, S. A., in the practice of medicine and surgery at Washington C. H.

Dr. Ireland was born in Bloomington, 111., April 18, 1852, at the time when that now prosperous and enterprising city was only a small village, surrounded by evidences of pioneer life and containing few prophetic indications of its present commercial importance. His parents, George and Sarah (Hopkins) Ireland, were natives of Ross Count}', Ohio, and were i)ioneer members of the farming community of McLean County, 1 11. When our subject was only two and one-half years old, he was brought by his parents to Ohio, and remained in the southeastern part of Fayette County until 1865, when tlie family removed to Ross County.

In the schools of Faj'^ette and Ross Counties, our subject acquired the fundamental principles of knowledge, and afterward was a student in the South Salem Academy, which was then the most important and flourishing educational centre in that part of the State. His schooling completed, he followed the profession of a teacher for seven years, and during the same time carried on medical studies under the preceptorship of Dr. A. Ogan, of Madison Count}'. He took a course of lectures at Starling Medical College of Columbus and was a graduate in the Class of '82.

At once after completing his medical studies. Dr. Ireland located at Leesburgh, Highland Countj^, where he remained for five years, his attention being closely devoted to the ever-increasing demands of his profession. In 1887, he came to Washington C. H., having decided that it would be best to seek a larger field for practice and one which demanded less country riding. Almost from the start, his practice was good and has constantly increased until now it requires his unceasing attention, to the exclusion of all jniblic affairs or social recreations. In October, 1889, he formed a partnership with his brother S. A., who had previousl}' been engaged in practice at Leesburgh.

Tiie Doctor keeps abreast of the latest investigations in the medical world, and is well known to the fraternity, being a member of the State Medical Society, and both the Highland and Fayette County Medical Societies. He is identified with Faj'ette Lodge, Fayette Chapter and Commandery, F. & A. M. His attractive residence on East Court Street is presided over by his hospitable and cultured wife, whose name in maidenhood was Florence I. Carr, and who became his wife March 8,

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1882. Theii' home is brightened by the presence of three children : Augusta Eugenia, Horace Carr and Nellie Gwenn, while one child has been taken from tliem by death. In his religious belief, the Doctor is an active member of the Methodist Episcopal Church and belongs to its Board of Directors, while in charitable and pliilanthropic enterprises his sympathy and active co-operation are alwaj^s extended.

|»^ AMUEL HORNBECK, who follows general farming and stock-raising, was born on the farm which is still his home m Paint Tovvnship, Fa3'ette County, Jan uar}^ 28, 1839. His father, Isaac Hornbeck, was born in South Solon, Ohio, in October, 1813, but was reared in Madison County, where lie resided until the last three years of his life, which were spent in Ross Count3^ His death there occurred January 27, 1865. He married Anna Peck, wlio was born Ma}' 15, 1818, in Pickawa}' County, Ohio, and unto tliem were born seven children: Miles who was born in 1837, and died at the age of twentj^-seven years; Samuel of this sketcli; Ilagar E., who is living in Pleasant Township; Henry, who died at the age of five years; Mary, who is living in Pleasant Township; John, of Madison Mills, Fayette County, who with his wife and four children resides on a farm of one hundred and forty-five acres; and Geoige, whose sketch appears elsewhere in this work.

The father of this family was a self-made man. He lived on the farm which is now the home of our subject until 1863, when he removed to Ross County. In 1854, he purchased two hundred and twent3'-two acres of land and su))sequentl3' bought one hundred and fifty acres in Madison Township, Fayette County, where John Hornbeck now resides. In politics, he was a Democrat and a highly respected citizen.

Mr. Hornbeck of this sketch remained at home until several years after Iiis father's death. He acquired a common-school education, and in 1875 took possession of his present home, having purchased two hundred and seventy acres of fine farming land. He also operates a one hundred and eighty-five acre tract which belongs to his mother. He is an enterprising and successful farmer and a glance at his place indicates the thrift and industry of the owner.

Mr. Hornbeck was married September 16, 1879, to Alice Porter, who was born in Ross County, Ohio, November 29, 1849, and is a daughter of Joshua and Rachel (Henry) Porter. She is the fourth in a family of six children, all of whom are still living: Isabel is the wife of Alex Taylor, of RosS County, and has one child; John H. is married and resides in Ross County; Mar}- J. m.akes her home in the same count}'; William resides with his wife and one child in Ross County; and Rosa E. is also there living. The father of this family, who was born in 1802, died in June, 1880, at the age of seventy-eight. His wife was born in Brooke County, Va., in February, 1809, and died August 5, 1887. They were both buried in Concord Cemetery.

Three children grace the union of Mr. and Mrs. Hornbeck: Nellie, born November 28, 1880; OUie, December 28, 1881; and Herbert, February 8, 1890. Our subject and his wife rank high in social circles and are widely known throughout this community. He exercises his right of franchise in support of the Democratic party and served as Land Appraiser in 1890.

AMUEL FRALICK. Among the wellknown and influential farmers of Stokes Township, Madison County, is Mr. Fralick? who is a successful farmer and stock-raiser, using the best methods in fertilizing the soil and improving the land. He has been successful in his chosen calling aiul has accumulated a fine property, enjoying the esteem and respect of all who know him. He was born in I^ancaster County, Pa., June 2, 1837, and is the son of Joseph and Susannah (Easton) Fralick, also natives of the Keystone State.

years. He there grew to manhood on the farm and received a fair education in the primitive schools of the district. When sixteen 3'ears of age he began life on his own account, liiiing out to different parties to drive cattle over the mountains to the Eastern markets. In 1855 and 1856, he spent a twelvemonth in Logan County, 111., working on a farm, at the end of which time he returned to Madison County, this State, and was employed by the month for another year; during that time he saved considerable money, which, together with the snug little sum which he had accumulated in handling stock, enabled him to purchase one hundred and ten acres of land which is near his present abiding-place. His estate now includes three hundred and seventy acres of land, and in addition to raising cereals he feeds and ships hogs in great numbers. He also breeds a good grade of horses and sheep, and ranks among the progressive and enterprising stock-raisers of Madison County. Mi'. Fralick has recently disposed of his interest in the grain elevator at South Solon, which he owned in j'^'irtnership with C. T. Bowers. He cast his first Presidential vote for a Democratic candidate in 1864, but since that time has been identified with the Republican part3\ He has served in many positions of trust in this community, being Township Trustee for several years, a School Director and was elected County Commissioner in the fall of 1884, serving one term and three 3^ears, during which time he was kept very busy, as many of the bridges of his district had been washed away by the heavy rains.

Mr. Fralick is the 3^ounger in a family of two children, his sister Mary, who was born in 1835, being Mrs. II. W. Bowers. His father was born January 13, 1811, and died May 20, 1874, while his mother, who was born Janiiary 3, 1816, departed this life September 6, 1887. The lady to whom our subject was married Decemlier 23, 1866, was Miss Maiy E. Crow, a native of .Jefferson Township, Fayette County. She was born August 12, 1849, and was a daughter of Ezekiel H. and Rosanna (Creamer) Crow. She was given a good education and when seventeen years of age began teaching school and after being thus engaged for a time, took a course of studj' at the schools of

Lebanon. Her father was married three times, she being the eldest but one in a family of four children born of his second union. Her brother, Thomas, resides in Fayette County; Susan, who married Melvin L. Anderson, makes her home in Guthrie County, Iowa, and Luc}', who married Lemuel W. Vance, departed this life in August, 1890.

To Mr. and Mrs. P^ralick have been born two children, viz: Mary B., who was l)orn March 3, 1889, and Susan G., April 24, 1891. Mrs. Fralick's mother died when she was about four years of age, and when fourteen years old her father was killed in a collision on a railroad l)etween Covington and Lexington, Ky. It was during the period of the Civil War when he was leturning from a A'isit to his son wlio was a Union soklier.

JEROME SINHTII, proprietor of the Pickaway ^Machine AVorks, was i)orn in Walnut Township, this county, on the 23d of December, ^.^^^ 1853, and is a sou of Heniy Smith, who was originally from Fairfield Count}', this State. The grandfather, John Smith, was born in Pennsylvania, but at an Qavly date moved to Ohio and settled in Amanda Townsiiip, Fairfield County, where he improved a large farm. He was twice married, and was a man well respected by all acquainted with him. He was of German descent. The father of our subject is a blacksmith by trade, and after locating on a farm in Walnut Township, he put up a shop and machine works which he operates at the present time, and although now sixty-five years of age, he is a fine machinist. His wife, the mother of our subject, Rebecca (Crites) Smith, was born in Fairfield County, Ohio, and is a daughter of Samuel Crites, who was a native of Pennsylvania. He was a farmer by occupation and followed that business all his life. The mother of our subject is deceased.

Of the ten children born to his parents, Jerome is sixth in order of birth. He received a common education in the district schools and from the time he was a small boy he was in the blacksmith shop and thus picked up the trade. When fourteen 3'ears of age, he made a hand at the anvil, but previous to that, wlien onl^' ten 3'ears of age, he shod horses. At the age of twenty-one, or in 1877, he went to Lancaster and was emplo3'ed in a carriage shop there for three 3'ears. Returning to Walnut Township, he was with his fatlier for over five years and was his partner for a year. Seeing a better opportunity to succeed in his trade, he came to Circleville and started a shop near the Cleveland, Marietta it Oliio depot. In 1890, he bought tliis business from Ed Smith, the old Tyler Mill, and since then has conducted it alone. He has added to it in many ways, and is one of the most successful and tliorough-going business men of the place. He has a large brick planing mill and machine shop, a large brick storeroom operated by a sixty-horse power engine, and manufactures doors, sashes, frames, mouldings, etc., and also runs the general machine works, called the Pickaway Machine Works, which he purchased in 1890 and combined with the otlier.

Our subject was an organizer of the Circleville Lumber Company, and was President until December 1, 1891, when he sold out his interest and turned his attention exclusively to the macliine works. He is doing a large amount of business, usually employs from twelv^e to fifteen men, and system and order prevail throughout. He has been engaged in otlier enterprises that brought him in good returns, and is the owner of four lots with buildings on East Main Street, cornor of Mingo. He is full of push and energy and stands in the front rank of that worth and energy wliicli have inade Circleville so great a manufacturing centre. INIr. Smith was first married in Walnut Township, Pickaway County, Ohio, to Miss Ida J. Noggle, a native of Fairfield Countj^, Ohio. She passed awa}' two 3"ears later. His second marriage occurred in Lancaster, to Miss Caroline Betz, a native of Lancaster, Fairfield County ,Ohio, and the daughter of Fred Betz, a successful wagon manufacturer there for many years but now deceased. Five children have blessed the union of Mr. and Mrs. Smith, and are named as follows: Cora E., Harrj' A., Frank P., Minnie, Mildred and Frederick. Mr. Smith was School Director in Walnut Township, and has held other local positions. He is a selfmade man in every respect and thoroughly understands his business. Socially, he is a Knight Templar. In politics, he is a strong advocate of the principles of the Republican party and his father was a strong Union man. He has been a delegate to county and State conventions and is one of the representative men of the county.

ANH^:L W. HOWARD, who is engaged in the undertaking and furniture business at West Jefferson, has been very successful in the affairs of life and is in good circumstances. His means have not been accumulated without hard work and the exercise of prudence and forethought, and those who know him feel that he has won no more than he deserves. His place of business is well stocked with a full assortment of goods to be found in that line of trade, in the disposal of which he is thoroughly honest and upright.

Horton Howard, tlie father of our subject, was born in Belmont Count}', this State, June 22, 1817, and when nineteen years of age removed to Columbus, wliere he attended school and later assisted his fatlier, who w\as a druggist, in his store. On the death of the latter, he assumed the business, which he operated veiy successfully for several years. Later, he purchased a farm near Alton, Franklin County, and there made his liome until his decease, January 20, 1878. The fatlier of our subject was married in Columbus, February 10, 1841, to Miss Mary A. Marple, who was born near Philadelphia, Pa., December 6, 1823.

The eleven children included in the parental family bore the respective names of Albert, Joseph B., Isaac N., Charles C, Frank W., Mary E., Theo, Daniel W., Horton J., Eliza J. and Edwin. The mother of these children removed from the farm to West Jefferson in October, 1890. Daniel AV. of this sketch was born near Alton, Franklin County, this State, July 22, 1859. He was reared on his father's farm, received a common-school education and continued to remain at home until August, 1890, when he came to West Jefferson and established himself in tlie undertaking and furniture business, in company with his brother Theo, the firm being known as Howard Bros.

In social affairs, Mr. Howard is a member of West Jefferson Lodge No. 412, I. O. O. F. and lieing a peaceable and law-abiding citizen, pursues the even tenor of his wa3' with an intelligent conception of the work that lies l)efore him and the duty he owes to his fellow men. Like his parents, he is a devoted member of the Methodist Episcopal Church and is regarded by his acquaintances as one of the rising young business men of "West Jefferson.

ILLIAM F. BROWN. The gentleman whose portrait is shown on the opposite page comes of one of the eai-ly pioneer families of Pickaway County, that have been prominently identified with its growth and prosperity for many 3'ears. He has practical 1}' witnessed the greater part of its development from its original wildness, besides taking a hand in it as an industrious and well-to-do farmer of Jackson Townshi]). He was born in Deer Creek Township, March 12, 1831, and is a son of Trustin P. lirown, who was widely known in his da}' as one of the most prominent and successful farmers and stock men of the county. The latter was born in Delaware in 1810 and was a son of Peter Brown, who was also a native of that State.

The grandfather of our subject came to this State in 1816, and settled fii'st in Ross County, near the Pickaway Countj^ line. Some years later, he bought land in Deer Creek Township, this county, comprising one hundred acres, which he developed into a good farm. At that time, the surrounding country was a perfect wilderness, with but very few settlements here and there in the woods, and deer and other game wei'e very plentiful. Chillicothe was the nearest market, and the people had to content themselves with what they could produce for the most part, many of the necessaries of life being then unprocurable luxuries. Peter Brown was past fifty years of age when he died in the home that he had built \i\) b_> hard toil in Deer Creek Township.

The father of our subject was but a boy of five or six years when the family emigrated to Ohio, crossing the mountains and intervening country in a wagon. He was brought up in the woods, and what education he received was obtained in the pioneer schools of early times. He was naturally vcr}' callable, having an excellent head for business, was an untiring worker and became one of the wealthy men of the county. He was a very extensive farmer, OAvning nearly a thousand acres of land, and was a great stockman, raising large numbers of cattle and other stock. He had a good wife to assist him in the accumulation of his property. Her maiden name was Tabitha W. Cannon, and she was a native of Maryland. She died at the age of sixty-five, leaving behind her a worthy record as a true Christian woman of the Methodist faith and an active worker of the church to which she belonged. She was the mother of nine children, namely: Elizabeth, William F., Sarah S., Wesley, Nancy, Tabitha W., Peter W., Maria and Trustin P. The father was a true Democrat in i)olitics. His name will alwaj'S be associated witli the rise and progress of Pickaway Count}^, and his memory cherished as a good citizen.

The subject of this life review was educated in a i)rimitive log schoolhouse, which was heated b}' a large open fireplace, slab benches with pin legs were the seats, a board placed on pins against the wall was used as a writing-desk, and the building was lighted by the removal of a log from the wall. Our subject was early initiated into all kinds of farm work, and at the age of twenty-two began farming for himself, with a good experience of the ins and outs of the calling. He has one hundred and forty acres of fine land in Jackson Township, which is all improved, and is one of the best-managed farms in the vicinit,y. It is well stocked with cattle of good grades, and its well-tilled fields yield abundant harvests of grain and other produce. Its buildings are roomy, well arranged and orderly, and the thrift}^ air of the place betokens the prosperity of the owner. Our subject emploj^s modern methods and modern machinery in carrying on iiis operations, but he can well remember the crude manner in whicli tlie farmers were obliged to till the soil and reap the harvests when he was a boy, wheat being cut with a sickle and later with a cradle, until the invention of the self-binder. The old-fashioned sc3^tlie was used in mowing then, and men onl}- obtained fifty cents a day for swinging it from early morn until set of sun, or handling the clumsy rake of olden times.

It has been the good fortune of our subject to have the active co-operation of a capable wife in bis work, liis marriage with Miss Massie A. Owens, a descendant of one of the early families of Pickaway Count3^, taking place June 8, 1858, They have had eight children, as follows: Trustin; Samuel (deceased); Sarah, Mrs. Carpenter; William F., Eliza, Aaron S., Fred and Edward (twins), the latter deceased.

After marriage, our subject continued to live m his native township for tlu'ee 3'ears, but has resided in Jackson Township since 1861. He has made himself a valuable citizen in the social, religious and public circles of the community, and is looked up to with respect by all who know him. In politics, lie is a decided Democrat. He has been Trustee of Jackson Township eleven years, was Assessor two terms and has been School Director much of tlie time since he took up liis residence here. He and his wife are active members of the Methodist Episcopal Church. He has always been religiousl}^ inclined, even in Iiis bo3iiood, when he had to walk over rough ways three miles to Sundayschool.

JOSEPH NOTHSTINE enjoys the distinction of being not only one of the pioneers of Pickaway County, Ohio, but one of its higlily ' esteemed and honored citizens. He was born in Madison Township, of this county, April 14, 1823, and his parents, John and Gertrude Nothstine, were natives of the Keystone State, and both of German descent.

and remained there until about 1810, when he became possessed of a great desire to settle in Ohio, and with his wife and family made the journej^ to tliat State. They settled in Ihe woods of Madison Township, Pickawa}' County, in a log cabin, and immediatel}^ began making improvements and clearing the farm. They were among the very first settlers, and here their large famil}' of children were born, only our subject now surviving. ]\Ir. and Mrs. Nothstine passed the remainder of tlieir days on this farm, and were universall}- respected.

The early life of our subject was passed among l)ioneer surroundings, and when but a small boy he became inured to hard labor. He has done his share toward devcloiiing the resources of this wonderful State, and in every way lias aided in its advancement and progress. His advantages for receiving an education were limited to the pioneer schools, taught in a log cabin with a huge fireplace, slab seats, and greased paper for window lights. Schoolhouses were not on every hill-top, as they are at the present time, and the young pioneers were obliged to go many miles to get their little learning. Mr. Nothstine is mainly selfeducated, and has an excellent knowledge of the German language.

On the 3d of October, 1843, our subject was married to Miss Caroline Rinesmith, who was born in Pennsylvania, on the 23d of April, 1818, and whose parents, Daniel and Barbara Rinesmith, were natives of the Keystone State. They were also of German descent, and when Mrs. Nothstine was but eight years of age, they left their native State to come to the fertile lands of Ohio. They settled in the woods of INIadison Township, Pickaway County, and she who is the companion of the jo^'S and sorrows of our subject knows by actual experience in youth many of the hardships as well as the adventures of pioneer life. Of the six children born to Mr. and ]\Irs. Rinesmith, only one beside Mrs. Nothstine is now living, Jesse, who is a resident of Illinois.

The six children who were granted to our subject's marriage are all deceased except one daughter, Mary A., who married Abram Strorts and became the mother of ten children, as follows: Joseph, Charles, James, jNIary, Caroline, Annie, Bertie,

John, Samuel and Ella. Eliza (deceased), a daughter of our subject, was the mother of nine children but only five survive: Sarah, Joseph, William, Stella and Annie. Those deceased were Emma, Samuel, Gracie and an infant. Mr. Nolhstine owns two liundred and sixt3'-five acres of good, jn-oductive land, with excellent improvements, and has one of the most attractive agricultural spots in liis section. It is conspicuous for tlie management that, while making it neat and attractive, still shows prudence and econom3\ Mr. Nothstine is one of the representative pioneers of Madison Township, of this county, and has fdled a number of local positions. He is active in all worthy movements and takes a deep interest in educational matters. He and wife are members of the Lutheran church and he has served as Deacon in the same.

Now, after the turmoil and worry of pioneer life, Mr. Nothstine and his estimable wife, who has been his co-worker and loving partner for many years, can sit down and enjoy the fruits of their industry and perseverance. They are well known in Madison Township and are liighly esteemed by all.

/^EORGE A. IRWIN, manufacturer of tlour, III ,_-, feed, etc., is the proprietor of the Exchange ^^^ Mills, at the corner of Mill and Clinton Streets, and is one of the live businessmen of Circleville. He was born in this city on the 14tli of June, 1839, Init his father, John E. Irwin, and his grandfather, Abner Irwin, were natives of Pennsylvania and of Scotch-Irish descent. Tlie grandfather followed the occupation of a farmer in his native State and there passed his entire life. He was an officer in the War of 1812.

John E. Irwin, the father of our subject, was born in Berks County and followed the trade of moulder tliere. He was married in Pennsjdvania to Catherine Tobias, who was l)orn near Hamburgh, Penn., and was a daughter of Benjamin Tobias. Mr. Tobias was of German descent and a blacksmith by trade. He came to Circleville, Ohio, at an earl}' date, followed blacksmithing for a short time, and then went on a farm, but later returned to Circleville, where he died when seventy-five years of age. After his marriage, the father of our subject remained in his native State until al)Out 1836, when he was sent for by a foundryman of this place. The foundry not being completed when he reached this city, Mr. Irwin worked on the old canal for a short time and then became foreman in the foundry, continuing in that capacit}' for thirty j^ears. After this, he embarked in l)usiness for himself for one 3ear, after which he continued in the old Sciota Machine Works until he died in May, 1880. lie was a stockholder for some time and one of the county's honest, industrious citizens. In politics, he was a Democrat until the war and was then a Douglas man. In religion, he was identified with the Methodist Church. His widow now resides in Pekin, Tazewell Count}', 111.

Fourteen children were born to this esteemed couple, but only five are now living. One son, C. Edward, enlisted in the Thirteenth Pennsylvania Cavalry in 1862 and served until the close of the war. He was promoted to be Sergeant, was wounded and captured and was confined in Liljby Prison for nine months. He died in 1887. Our su1)ject was reared in Circleville and su[)})Iemented a commonschool education by attending the Evert's Graded School, where he remained until one 3'ear before graduating. At the age of seventeen or eighteen, he was apprenticed to learn the machinist's trade under Bright, Bears & West in the old Sciota Works. He served an apprenticeship of seven years, became a practical machinist, and continued with them off and on as engineer, etc., until the above-mentioned years had expired, when he branched out for himself. Miss Sue Young, who became his wife in 1860, was born in Circleville and is a daughter of Jacob Young, who was a native of Union Count}', Penn. Mr. Young was an early settler in Pickaway County, Ohio, and followed the occupation of a miller and farmer.

In the fall of 1860, our subject located on a farm in Walnut Township, Pickaway County, and followed farming until May, 1864, when lie volunteered in the One Hundred and Fifty-fifth Ohio Infantry, Company A, as private. He was sent with his regiment to Martinsburgh, Va., to guard the trains. Later, he was sent on guard duty to Washington, guarded Grant's army, was through the battle of the Wilderness and continued in service until cessation of liostilities. He was mustered out at Camp Dennison in September, 1864. After the war, he was on tlie farm for a few years, was also engaged as a macliinist for a jear or two and was Cit}^ Engineer for two years. He then liecame proprietor of the mill and has l»een activel}' engaged in the manufacture of flour and feed up to the present. His mill is three stories in height, is a fine brick building, 40x60 feet, lias a capacity of forty barrels and is run by a fortyhorse power.

Mr. Irwin has a i)leasant home at the corner of Union and Washington Streets, and he and wife are classed among the liest citizens. Tliej' are the parents of five sons, four living: Samuel J., a graduate of the High Schools, studied medicine under Dr. Row and graduated at the Ohio Medical College, Cincinnati. He is now practicing at Tarlton, this county. Charles A. is in Cincinnati with the Thompson-Houston Electric Supplj^ Company; George G. is a printer in Pekin, 111.; and Howard is at home. Mr. Irwin is a member of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows and the Encampment, being a charter member and Adjutant of Groce Post No. 156, of Circleville, and was a member of the Knights of Pythias. In religious belief, he is a Methodist, and in politics he is a Republican in national affairs. His first Presidential vote was for Abraliam Lincoln. He is a member of the Monumental Association. The eldest son, Edward E., was killed by the accidental discharge of a revolver in 1892.

^ - resident of Plain City was born in Jefferson ^ Township, jNladison Count}^, this State, February 22, 1849, and is a son of Nathaniel Gardner, a native of Franklin County, Ohio, who devoted himself through life to the business of farming and stock-raising. His death occurred in 1859, when our subject was a lad ten yeai's of age.

James Gardner, the grandfather of our subject, was a native of Virginia, who came to Ohio at a very early day and made his home in Franklin Count3\ He located on Darby Creek, and remained thei'e until his death, which occurred at the age of seventy-seven. This ancestor was of p]nglisli descent, but his immediate progenitors had been for some time residents of the Old Dominion.

Mahala Walker was the maiden name of the mother of Dr. Gardner, and she also was a native of Virginia, but came to Ohio with her parents when only four years of age and her family made their home in P"'ranklin County, on Darby Creek, where she still resides at the advanced age of seventy-eight. Her father, James Walker, was a native of the Old Dominion^ and lived to the very venerable age of ninety-four years. Her mother was of German descent.

The parents of our subject were united in marriage on Darby Creek, Franklin Count}^, and made their early married home on the spot wiiere the mother still resides. This continued to be their home throughout their entire union, with the exception of two years, when they lived in Madison County. They became the parents of six children, five sons and one daughter, all of whom grew to years of maturity \ One only of the number has passed from earth's activities. Our subject is the fifth child and fourth son. His early schooling was taken in his native place, and later he attended the Central College of Franklin Count}", and afterwards attended college at Westerville, Ohio, and thence went to the Miami Medical College, from which he graduated in 1873.

The young Doctor established his Qrst medical practice at llarrisburg, Franklin County, Ohio, and upon leaving that place he located in Plain City, which has since been his home, having come here in 1883. He was married in June, 1884, at Harrisburgh, to Miss Mary Chenoweth, a native of Franklin County. One son has blessed this union, to whom has been given the name of William D.

The political views of Dr. Gardner have led him to affiliate with the Republican party, and he has ever taken an active interest in public matters, although he cannot be called a politician. His fellow-citizens have made him a member of the

School Board, feeling that in his intelligence and integrity they can confide the interests of their children. He is connected with Urania Lodge No. 311, A. F. & A. M., and with Pleasant Valley Lodge No. 193, I. O. O. F., of Plain City.

ILTON C. 8PRAGUE, M. D., is widely known throughout Madison County and universally esteemed. He is the son of Dr. James B. and Sarah S. Chamberlain Sprague, both natives of this State, where the father is an old and honored practitioner. Of the parental family of seven children only two lived to mature years, Cecelia F., and Milton C.

He of whom we write was born in Harmony Township, Clarke County, this State, October 23, 1849, He was reared to manhood in his native place, and attended the common schools in his district, supplementing the knowledge gained therein by a three years' course in the schools at Springfield. Desiring to follow in the footsteps of his father, as regards an occupation in life, Mr. Sprague, in 1869, began the study of medicine, and after I'eading under that gentleman for some time, entered the Cincinnati INIedical College, from which institution he was graduated in the Class of '74.

When starting out in life for himself. Dr. Sprague began the practice of his profession in London, thence, after two years, removed to Marseilles, Wyandot County. He remained in that place, however, onl}^ a twelvemonth, and again returning to London, became identified with the interests of that section and remained until Januar}^, 1880, at which date he came to Summerford,where his friends are as numerous as his acquaintances. He is numbered among the most prominent citizens in the county, and his increasing 3'ears m practice have not made him careless, but have added to his interest in his chosen profession, and broadened his knowledge of the human sj'stem and the remedial agencies bj' which it can be restored to health when impaired by a violation of nature's laws. The lady who became the wife of our subject in

August, 1871, was Miss Alice C, daughter of Spafford and Rachel (Goodfellovy) Ilurd, residents of Vienna, Clarke Count}', this State. They were the parents of a family of three children, of whom Mrs. Sprague is the eldest. She was born in the above-named county, June 3, 1852, and by her union with the Doctor has become the mother of two children, Clarence M. and Anna H. Dr. Sprague takes a deep interest in the cause of education, and for a number of 3'ears held a place on the School Board. He is a prominent member of the Masonic fraternity, in which he has many and warm friends. AVitli his wife, he is a devoted member of the Christian Church, and his wife has served as Superintendent of the Sunday-school many times.

\fj OSIAH I\I0RRI8, who resides on his pleasant I and well-ai)pointed farm nine miles west of Plain City in Monroe Township, is one of the leading farmers and public oflicers in this part of Madison County. He is a native of the afore-mentioned township, born here in pioneer times, March 23, 1837, being the date of his birth. His grandparents on both sides of the house were among the original settlers of Ohio, and his parents among the early settlers of this county.

The father of our subject, David Morris, was born in Kentucky, in 1807, and when he was seven 3'ears old he came to Ohio with his parents, Joseph and Lavina (Drake) Morris, who settled in Clarke Count}^ He there met Sarah Weaver, a native of the count}', who was born in 1813, and in course of time they married. Her parents, George and Elizabeth Weaver, were early pioneers of that part of Ohio, having settled there in 1802, coming from Virginia. They came to Madison County in 1835. to brave the dangers of the wilderness, that they might build up a comfortable home.

After their marriage in Clarke County in 1831, the parents of our subject located on a new farm in Logan County, whence they came to Madison County three years later. The father improved a good farm in Monroe Township and liere died in his eighty-fourth 3ear. His name will always be preserved in the annals of the township as one of its noble pioneers who did good service in reclaiming it from the wilderness. His good wife died in her sixt3'-eighth year. They were the parents of six children, five of whom grew to maturity, namely: Solomon and Josiah (twins); Sarilda, wife of J. M. Bradley; John and Benjamin.

He of whom write is the fourth child of his; parents in order of birth. His education was conducted in the local schools of his native town, and on his father's farm he gained a thorough knowledge of farming in all its details, which experience was of use to him when he began his independent career as a farmer. He remained an inmate of the parental household until he was twenty-one, in the year 1858, and then went out into the world, going Westward as far as Missouri, where he remained until 1861, devoting himself to farming. The breaking out of the war caused a decided change in his plans. He was a strong Unionist at heart, but was drafted into the rebel arm}'. Not caring to fight against the Stars and Stripes, he quietly deserted three days after his enforced enlistment, and, coming back to his native county, he joined the Federal army in 1862, becoming a member of Company E, Eighty-fourth Ohio Infantiy. He served honorably four months and was then discharged at Delaware, Ohio.

After his return from the army, our subject resumed farming, and after his marriage he at once took up his residence on his farm in Mem roe Township. There were but few improvements and he built the first house on the place, a small frame structure. He has since cleared awa}" the brush and forest trees with which the land was encumbered, and has wrought a wonderful transformation, placing the land under fine cultivation and erecting neat and commodious buildings for every needed purpose, and he has now a model farm, embracing three hundred and thirty-one acres of land in all, one hundred and eighty-one acres in the home place and one hundred and fifty acres elsewhere in the same township. When he started here, aside from his land, he had only two horses and a cow. From that small beginning he has become veiy prosperous and raises many cattle, horses and hogs.

His fellow-citizens, appreciating his capabilit}' for managing affairs, as well as his sterling merit, have entrusted various important offices to his care. He is now Trustee of the townshi}) and Supervisor of Roads. He was Captain of militia in 1863. He is well known as a Mason and is identified with Urania Lodge No. 311, Plain City. In politics, he a Republican.

The marriage of our subject with Miss Orpha Sidebottom took place February 21, 1865. To them have been born two daughters: Rosa, wife of C. D. Trimble, a boot and shoe dealer at Zanesville, and Carrie, a teacher in Union Count3\ JMrs ^lorris Avas born at Mr. Pleasant, Jefferson Count\', November 10, 1846, and is the third child and eldest daughter of John II. and Eliza (Taylor) Sidebottom. Her father, who was Fife-Major of the Eighty-fourth Ohio Infantry during the war, serving four years in that capacit}-, was born near Winchester, Va. Her mother was born in Jefferson County, and there both died and were buried in the cemetery at Mt. Pleasant. The^^ were the parents of ten children.

SAAC TANNER. This prominent and progressive farmer of Darby Township, Pickaway County, is a man who has proved himself a hard-working citizen, and who is Avell known for his intelligence and good judgment. He belongs to one of the earliest families who settled in this county, and he was born on the farm which he now occupies, November 12, 1848. His father, David Tanner, was born in New York, August 8, 1808, and was a son of Peter Tanner, a German by birth, who came to America with his father when a boy, and, having settled in New York, married an American woman, and here reared his family. They had a household of twelve children, whom they brought up upon a farm. The grandfather died at the age of seventy, after coming to Ohio.

The father of our subject came to Ohio with his father when quite young, settling first near Cincinnati, and later in Darby Township, Pickaway

County, where he bought the farm known as the Balle3' Farm. He settled there in the wilderness, and, building a log cabin, began life in pioneer fashion. He was prospered so that after some time he bought the present farm, which adjoined the old one. His gun, still cherished by our subject, was the means of bringing down many a fat deer and turkey, and of thus suppl3ing the family larder. He had a tract of five hundred and sixteen acres, which he had bought and paid for, but he lost, on account of an old claim on a part of the land, all but one hundred and eighty-seven acres of it. Notwithstanding his push, pluck and perseverance, and his rapid accumulation of property, he met with severe reverses through going security for others, losing in all some $12,000 thereby.

David Tanner was a Whig and a Republican in his earlier years, and continued thus until the question came up of the negroes' right of suffrage, at which time he became a Democrat. He held from time to time some minor offices in the township, and his death occurred February ], 1876. In 1833, he married Catherine George, who was born near Darby ville, in this county, December 12, 1815. Her parents, Pornick and Catherine (Van Meter) George, were natives of Tennessee and Virginia, respectively, and, after their marriage in Virginia, lived in Kentucky for a few years, and later settled at Chillicothe, Ohio, when there was only a log store in what is now a thriving metropolis. During their first 3'ear there, they lived in tents, surrounded by Indians, and often feared to lie down and sleep at night. During their residence there, the mother made a visit to Virginia, traveling on horseback, with her infant in her arms.

The grandparents of our subject settled on Darby Creek, two miles below Darb^yville, in 1812. Mr. George served his country in both the Revolutionaiy War and the War of 1812. He settled upon a farm, bu3'ing several hundred acres of land, and brought it to a productive condition. In those da^'S he had to go to Zanesville for salt and provisions, camping out nights, and sometimes beingobliged to throw firebrands to keep the wolves from attacking his camp. His milling was done at Halls Mills, near Circle ville, on Darb3' Creek, and there he had to go on horseback. His daughter, the mother of our subject, remembers having to pen the sheep at night to keep the wolves from stealing them, and could hear those wild beasts howling about the cabin at night. Mr. George died at the age of eight3'-four, and his wife when seventh-four 3'ears old.

Of the twelve children belonging to the parents of our subject, eight are living, namely: Maiy, Peter, Julia, Catherine, Isaac, John, Martha, and Amanda. Those that died were George, William, Oraminta, and one who died in infanc3'. The mother still resides with our subject, and is highl3' esteemed for her past 3'ears of usefulness and her truly pious character. She joined the IMetliodist Episcopal Church fort3'-five 3'ears ago, and takes great interest in religious matters.

The earl3' training and education of Isaac Tanner was obtained on the farm and in the district school, and he worked at home until a 3'ear after his marriage, when he was twent3'-four 3'ears old. His wife, to whom he was united January 23,1873, was Mary Stoiy, who was born in Franklin County, Ohio, near Gallowa3', October 23, 1851. Her parents, Joseph W. and Mar3^ (Turner) Story, were born in Delaware and Illinois, iespectivel3', and both came to Ohio when 3'oung, and were mairied at Circleville.

The Stoiys first settled in this count3-, live miles south of Circleville, and lived for several years in a log shanty, as they were poor and were ready' to undertake the privations of pioneer life with cheerfulness. Their household utensils Mr. Story carried on his back from Circleville when they set up housekeeping. Some years later, the3' settled in Franklin Coant3% in the woods, and developed a two hundred and fifty acre farm. He was a hard worker and a man of extraordinaiy constitution, and lived to be eighty-four 3'ears of age, d3'ing in 1891. His wife died at the age of thirty-eight, when her daughter, Mrs. Tanner, was two weeks old.

The eighty-seven acres of land which are comprised in the farm of Mr. Tanner are all thoroughl3- improved, and upon them he carries on mixed farming, raising both grain and stock. He also rents land of others, and carries on extensive op- erations. His hogs are of the Poland-China breed and are excellent stock. INIrs. Tanner is an earnest and devoted member of the Methodist Church, and is esteemed most highly for her ability and character. Mr. Tanner's political views bring him into harmony with the Republican party, and he casts his vote for the ticket put in the field by that party.

^fjOIIN W. INGRIM, proprietor of a harness and saddlery establishment at Mt. Sterling, is the oldest merchant in continuous busi- ' ness in the place. He was born in Deer Creek Township, Pickaway Count}', Ohio, March 30, 1839. His grandfather, George Ingrim, came from Scotland, aild his wife, who bore the maiden name of Kiunear, was a native of Ireland. She was of the Protestant faith and was one of the best-informed women on the Bible in the country. She died in Indiana.

Andrew M. Ingrim, father of our subject, was born in Venango Count}', Pa., and was a tailor by trade. He married Mary Snyder, a native of Chillicothe, Ohio. When our subject was about two years old, they moved to Pulaski County, Ind., where the father was killed In' the falling of a tree. Mrs. Ingrim with her only child returned to Pickaway Count}'. At the age of nineteen, the latter began learning harness-making, serving a twoyears' apprenticeship under C. H. Ilanawalt, who paid him -136 the first year and board and $72 the second year. He then embarked in business for himself, but three months afterwards was burned out and lost nearly everything. He then worked for his foi'mer employer until the breaking out of the late war, when he tried to enlist in an artillery company of three-montlis' troops, but the quota was full. He afterwards went to Champaign County, 111., where he spent two months, and on his return to Ohio, worked for William Berdell in Columbus. He next came to INIt. Sterling and entered into partnership with W. H. Snyder in the harness business, but in July, 1862, sold out to his partner and enlisted in Company G, One Hundred and Thirteenth Ohio Infantry.