Montville Township (part 4 of 8)

JESSE HARRINGTON, retired farmer; P. O. Medina. The above gentleman was born Dec. 27, 1809, in the town of Arlington, Bennington Co., Vt., is the fifth of a family of twelve children who were born to Henry and Sarah (Manchester) Harrington. Henry was born February, 1770, son of Henry, born 1730, in Rhode Island. He was a son of Job, whose father was likewise named Job, who was born 1645, in Roxbury, Mass. The wife of Job second was Anna Spencer. The father of Job, 1st, was drowned in Bostun Harbor. Henry Harrington, the grandfather of Jesse, was a Captain, and held his commission under the crown. | After the war of the Revolution broke out, he took up arms against the British. Jesse's | great-grandfather on his mother's side was drafted in the British army, from Northeastern New York, and died at Ft. Edward. The prevalent religion of the Harringtons has been of the Baptist order; many of them, however, married into Quaker families. Jesse's father was a carpenter by trade. After his marriage, engaged in farming, and remained in the same.until his death. Spring of 1839, Jesse was married to Lydia Burnett. She was born in Bennington Co., Vt., in 1814, daughter of Job and Lucy Burnett, who were of Scotch descent. Mr. Harrington emigrated West in 1844, locating in this township, where he now resides, purchasing 109 acres, at $10 per acre, of his brother, Dr. Rowe owning it before him (his brother. With the exception of a little "slashing," there were no other improvements. Mr. Harrington built the first cabin, which he lived in eight years, when he moved into the house he now occupies. Of five children born him, one is now living - Henry B., who married Mary Hall They have one child - Mabel. Elias died 1876. He was a Superintendent on the Valley R. R. His wife was Sarah Smith. They had one child - Sapphira, called "Gay." Stephen J. enlisted in the war; went out first in the three months' service, in Co. H, 8th O. V.L; served his time, came home, stayed one year, then re-enlisted in Co. I, 103d O. V. I., and, after serving in many battles, such as Stone River, Stagol's Ferry, Rhea Town, Blue Springs, Leesburg, and in seventeen days' fight between Holston and Loudon Rivers. He was taken prisoner in January, 1864, and taken to Belle Isle where he was confined until his death, which occurred June 28, 1864, of bronchitis, after being exposed a long time in the rain and wet without shelter or proper clothing. The first two soldiers killed at the battle of Lexington were Caleb and John Harrington, who were sons of Henry Harrington. Jesse's father was a Democrat, but, after Jackson's administration, he was a Whig. Mr. Jesse Harrington is a stanch Republican, and one of the solid and substantial farmers in the neighborhood. Has 140 acres in this township, and 62 in Medina, and is quite a successful bee farmer. Has had but little sickness in his family. Since he began keeping house, $10 would pay his entire doctor bill. He is a man of powerful memory, retaining in his mind events and dates with astonishing exactness. He is now living in the quiet of his home, having

R: B. HART, farmer; P. O. Medina; was born June 30, 1846, in Monroe Co., N. Y., ninth of a family of ten children born to George and Caroline (Sanford) Hart. The father was born Sept. 10, 1792, in Massachusetts ; the mother in Vermont, March 6, 1805. His father, George Hart, was a farmer, which vocation was taught his son George, who in turn, set the example to his son Romain, who, before attaining his majority, responded to the call for volunteers in the late war, and enlisted July 27, 1862, for three years, in Co. B, 108th N. Y. V. I., Sept. 17, at the battle of Antietam ; was wounded three times, and did not leave the field or cease fighting, until he received his third wound ; his injuries were of such a nature as to entitle him to a discharge, which he received, and returned home. Upon his recovery, he returned to the scene of conflict, and after driving team for nearly five months in the Cumberland department, re-enlisted in Co. H, 22d N. Y. V. C., receiving the rank of Sergeant, and, after serving one year, the regiment was placed on detached service, in charge of a portion of the ambulance train. During his service with the cavalry, he met with athrilling experience, by the explosion of an ammunition wagon, which was in close proximity, throwing him several rods, and, were it not for his landing in a pond of water, the fall would have undoubtedly killed him. By careful treatment in hospital, he was again restored to duty, and served until after the termination of the war, receiving his discharge Aug. 8, 1865. Returning home to New | York, he attended school that winter, and in the spring of 1866, came West, first to Illinois, then to this county, to Spencer Township, where he was married Nov. 3, same year, to Matilda G. Inman, born 29th October, 1847, in Spencer Township. Her parents are Stephen and Sophronia (Robbins) Hart. He was born in New Jersey, and came West about the year 1831. For several years, Mr. Hart was engaged in conducting a cheese manufactory in Spencer. Since that time, he has been engaged in farming pursuits. February, 1875, he located in the northwestern part of this township, having a farm of 82 acres, formerly owned by Anson Randall. The fruits of his union have been five children, who are Bertha M., Mary A. Gracia A., Melva L. and Mabel S.

ROBERT LOWE, farmer and horse dealer ; P. O. Whittlesey ; is a son of William Lowe, who was born in August, 1799, in Skine, Aberdeenshire, Scotiand ; son of John Lowe. William Lowe was married to Jane Beatton, who was born in the same shire Sept. 5, 1805, daughter of Peter Beatton, whose great-grandfather was Lord Beatton, of historic fame. Col. Beatton was his great-grandfather, and participated in the battle of Kaladon, called by some Culloden. Mrs. Lowe's mother's name prior to her marriage was Margaret Cooper, who was a daughter of William. Gen. Arthur Burnett was her father's uncle. Peter Beatton was a Forrester, and, upon his side of the family, flowed as good blood as Bonny Scotland produced. William Lowe and family emigrated to this country in 1854, first locating in Homer Township, where his brother, Skeine Lowe, had located several years previous, being one among the early settlers in that township. Mr. Lowe did not remain in Homer long, ere he located permanently in this township, and remained until his death, which occurred in April, 1879. His wife yet survives him. Both were members of the old Scotch Church. To them were born a family of thirteen children, twelve of the number came to maturity. Five of the Lowe brothers were volunteers in the late war; James, in Co. K, 8th O. V. I., was killed at the battle of Antietam ; Alexander died at Nashville; was a member of Co. B, 124th O. V. I.; Robert served two years in the same regiment and company ; George was a member of the O. N. G. ; John enlisted, and was afterward discharged ; Robert was married, May 2, 1866, to Mary Parks, who was born Dec. 15, 1847, in Homer Township, daughter of Joseph and Hannah (Kelly) Parks. He wasa son of David Parks. Her fathers name was | Ezra Kelly. Both families were natives of New York State. For several years past, Robert Lowe has been engaged as a horse-dealer, buying and selling and fitting and preparing for the market, and is a shrewd and successful trader. In 1869, he purchased the farm he now owns, consisting of 40 acres, formerly owned by Mr. Needham. The Lowes are all strongly Republican.

T. S. MARTIN, farmer and agent; P. O. Medina; is the fourth child born to John and Nancy (Vaughn) Martin. Thomas was born June 13, 1826, in Washington Co., Penn. John Martin, the father of our subject, was left an orphan at an early age, and but little is known of the family back of himself. The grandfather of Mr. Martin on his mother's side was Joseph, and was a native of New Jersey. The Martins are of Irish descent. John Martin and family came West in 1831, locating in Jefferson Co., Ohio, where he purchased 160 acres of land, which was but partially improved. In 1841, he moved to this township, where he lived until his death. Thomas S., at the age of 22, was married to Mahala J. Lance, born June 16, 1826, in Milton Township, Wayne Co., Ohio. Their marriage took place Sept. 28, 1848. Her parents were William and Clara (Lee) Lance. He was born in Washington Co., Penn., Feb. 14, 1788; his wife born May 3, 1799. William was a son of Christopher Lance. Mrs. Martin's grandfather on her mother's side was John Lee. His son, William, was a teamster in the warof 1812. The family were among the early arrivals in Wayne Co. Mrs. Martin's father died March 23, 1861 ; mother, Jan. 28, 1846. Mr. Lance was a Deacon in Presbyterian Church, and always took an active part in church matters; a man of good information and a worthy citizen. After Mr. Martin's marriage, he resided a short time in Homer Township. In 1851, he moved to this township and purchased 60 acres of land where he now resides, situated in the east side of the township. Has now 82 acres. About the year 1865, he began work for the Domestic Sewing Machine Co., and has since been in their employ the greater part of the time, and is one of the best agents in the employ of the company. Of his children living are Clara A., Mrs. W. Pease, of Washington Co., Penn.; James W., in Medina Co. in same business as father; Harriet E., Mrs. L. W. Strong, of Guilford ; William J., in La Fayette Center; Frank M., married and in Chatham Township; Violet L, Mrs. Rufus L. Gechman, in Poe, Montville; Allen W., at home. For thirty years, Mr. Martin has been a member of the Congregational Church, and is recsone as one of the standard men in the township.

REV. WILLIAM MOODY, farmer; P. O. Whittlesey ; born Aug. 29, 1810, in Bogaire Township, Coos Co, N. H.; the eldest of a family of nine children, seven of whom came to the years of responsibility; but two are now living - our subject and Ebenezer S., now of Chatham Township. Of those who came West and became members of families, were Abigail, who married Albert Boynton, of Harrisville Township; to them were born four sons - E. M. Boynton being one of the number, who is the inventor and patentee of the Lightning Saw. George first settled in Virginia, afterward in Iowa ; he was a minister of the Christian Church for many years; his children were Lewis, Ida, Harvey, Watson and Daniel settled in Chatham, finally in Michigan, where he died, leaving one son - Watson Moody. Charles came to Ohio, afterward went to California, and never was heard from since. Lucy moved io Michigan; was the wife of Alonzo Hildreth, to whom were born four sons and one daughter. All of the above were born to Ebenezer and Lucy (Wood) Moody. He was born in 1783, in Newbury, Mass., thirty miles from Boston. The Moody family originated (according to tradition) from three brothers who left England for America soon after the establishment of the Plymouth Colony, D. L. Moody, the evangelist, being one of the branch. The father of our subject was a shoemaker by oceupation, which vocation was learned by William, who, at the age of 18, bought his time for $75, and began business on his own responsibility. In 1833, the family came West, located in Wadsworth Township, and, in 1835, settled permanently in Chatham Township, where the paternal head died September, 1850: that of his wife in 1864, while in Michigan. When William first came to this State, he carried on the boot and shoe business for a time in Dover, near Cleveland; subsequently took a contract of building turnpike in Cleveland, where he worked three summers; cut and logged about twenty acres from St. Clair street, next the lake, digging many of the trees out by the roots. At this time the woodland extended within one and a half miles of the city. After leaving Cleveland, he came to La Fayette Township, and was for some time engaged in administering to the spiritual wants of the people, expounding the Gospel from Alexander Campbell's standpoint, and, although he encountered a great deal of opposition, yet was successful in awakening a good deal of interest in the minds of the people, several of whom obeyed the Gospel, and, through his instrumentality, the church took root and a society was soon organized, and since grown to its present dimensions. His first purchase of land was in

Chatham Township, in 1837, where he pur- | chased 50 acres, afterward adding to the same until he had 118 acres, which he cleared up. Aug. 29, 1838, he was joined in wedlock to Maria Ross, who was born in Windsor Co., Vt., Nov. 13, 1817, the eldest of a family of two children who were born to Daniel and Keziah (Ainsworth) Ross, who were natives of Verment, and emigrated to this county in 1834. Mrs. Moody's brother Jerry Ross, is a resident of Montcalm Co., Mich. Mr. Moody remained on his farm in Chatham until 1871, when he purchased the farm he now owns, consisting of 1243. acres, of Isaac Blair, who was its former owner and pioneer. Of seven children born him, all grew up. Silas, now in Gratiot Co., Pine Tree Township, Mich., who is one of the prominent farmers in that locality, having 300 acres. Solon and George lost their lives in the late war; both were members of Co. B, 42d O. V. L, and were valiant and true soldiers. Mary,in Michigan, the wife of Mr. Charles Judson, of Ottawa Co. Harriet, at home. Henry, married, and residing near his father's. John, a teacher, unmarried and at home. At the age of 19, our subject was converted, and joined the Baptist Church, remaining in this connection until he was 24, when his views submitted to a change, and, joining the Disciples' standard, has since that time preached the truth as understood by him, as revealed by the words of Holy Writ. Although giving his attention to farming, yet he has in the meantime preached a great deal, and, for the most part, received but small compensation therefor. Has been an active worker in the Master's cause, and has been instrumental in doing much good in the church, and through his instrumentality many souls have been brought from darkness to light.

ANDREW MARTIN, farmer ; P. O. Chip- | pewa Lake; was born Jan. 9, 1824, in Washington, Penn., and emigrated West with his parents in 1841, locating in the eastern part of this township, where he remained (making his father's bousé his home) until July 1, 1852, when he was married to Maria McIntire, who was born Oct. 28, 1826, in Smithville, Wayne Co. being the ninth child of a family of ten, seven girls and three sons; of those living - Mary, Mrs. John Vanarsdale; Jane, Mrs. John Martin; Rebecca, Mrs. James Wilson; Ann,

Mrs. Robert Martin ; Nancy, Mrs. James Collier ; Lydia, unmarried ; all of the above were born to Hugh and Lydia (Thomas) McIntire. He was born in or near Canada; his parents died when he was a lad of 4 years, and he was then taken to Washington, Penn. where he lived until he came West, which was about the year 1821, and located in Wayne Co., near Smithville, where the family settled in the woods; lived for some time in the wagon; they came out before a suitable shelter could be erected for their reception. Here, for many years, under many discouraging surroundings, the family were raised to maturity. The parents died as follows : : 69 years and 9 months; she, Oct. 16, 1854, aged 67 years and 5 months. They lived highly respected in the community, both as citizens and efficient members and workers in the church. he being for many years Deacon of the Presbyterian Church. After the marriage of our subject, he located in Canaan Township, Wayne Co.; finally located in this township in 1857, where he has since been a resident. Of his father's family, there were seven children, he being the third, all of whom settled in this township. His parents were John and Agnes (Vaughn) Martin. He was born in New Jersey, and, after his settlement here, lived a constant resident until his death, which occurred July 21, 1856, aged 62 years and 9 months; her decease was April 9, 1873. Mr. Martin's farm consists of 50 acres of good land, well improved, and he is in good, comfortable circumstances as regards this world's goods. While he has never been blessed with any offspring of his own, yet he has raised one boy to manhood - Stephen Nickerson, who is now a teacher in the township; have one adopted daughter - Henrietta. He and wife are members of the United Brethren Church. Mrs. Martin's grandfather was Liverton Thomas. Mrs. Martin's sister Ann settled in Stark Co.; Rebecca, in Orville, Wayne Co., Ohio; Nancy, in Wooster; Mary, in Holmes Co., Ohio; Jane, in Wayne Co., Ohio.

JOHN MAYTHAM, farmer ; P. O. Whittlesey ; first beheld the light of day April 25, 1813, in Barham Parish, Kent Co., England. He was the youngest son born to his parents, who. were Edward and Elizabeth (Hopkins) Maytham. The grandfather of our subject was and John. Their father was killed by his own countrymen while conveying prisoners from Spain to England, being fired into by a British man-of-war, thinking them to be enemies. In 1832, at the age of 19, he bade farewell to the land of his fathers, and, in order to better his condition, sailed for America, the trip occupying eight weeks, arriving the season that the cholera was raging in this country. From New York he went to Essex Co. Mass., where he lived five years, and drifted West to Cleveland, where he lived about four years. His occupation was that of a landscape gardener, and assisted in planting the first trees that now grace and adorn Euclid Avenue. Jan. 1, 1837, he became the husband of Catherine Guckian, who was born November, 1820, in the Parish Kiltart, Leitrim Co., Ireland, whose parents were Charles and Nancy (McDonald) Guckian. The McDonalds were natives of * Bonnie" Scotland. In 1840, Mr. Maytham and wife came to this township, locating where they now reside, he having some years previous purchased the land at $5.00 per acre. Coming as they did from the busy hum of business and city life to this place, to make the " woods" their future home, was not enjoyable at first, particularly to Mrs. Maytham ; the contrast between the two places was as wide as two extremes could well be. No road near at hand, and the neighbors few and scattering. Time rolled on; neighbors multiplied, and the wilderness appearance of the place was transformed to cultivated fields, and, after years of hard labor, assisted by his worthy helpmeet, they have secured to themselves a good home and a sufficiency of this world's goods to enable them to spend the remainder of their days in the enjoyment of the fruits of their severe toil and many years of self-denial. Their union has been crowned with a goodly number of representatives, fifteen in all; ten of the number attained the years of responsibility. Of those now living are Ann, now residing in Homer, the wife of Francis Rolo; Thomas, William and Edward, in Buffalo; Mary, Mrs. John House, Mrs. Asa Blakeslee and Charles, of this township ; George died in Kansas, buried with the honors of Knights Templarhood ; Thomas is in the marine business, at Buffalo, owning and conducting a number of vessels. Mrs. Blakeslee's husband died Aug. 6, 1880 ; he was a native of Connecticut, and for twenty-five years was a resident of Blackstone, Livingston

Co., Ill; a farmer and prominent business man at that place, and a man possessed of marked intellectual abilities. Mrs. Blakeslee and father are members of the Methodist Episcopal Church.

GEORGE A. McCABE, farmer; P. O. Chippewa Lake; was born in Guilford Township, Jan. 4, 1839; is the eldest of a family of ten children, whose parents were James and A. (Houghton) MeCabe. The grandfather of George was a native of the Emerald Isle, and came to this State many years ago, locating in Guilford Township, where he died, as did his son James, in 1878, June 13; his wife died May 3, 1855. George was raised to hard labor, and spent his minority at home with his parents, who afforded him the advantages of the common school, and, when he attained his early manhood, was made thoroughly acquainted with the use of agricultural implements. After attaining his major years, he began to shift for himself. Dec. 24, 1862, he became the lawful protector of Miss Mary Dicky ; she was born Dec. 12, 1841, in Westfield Township; her parents were Samuel and Harriet H. Dicky, who were among the early settlers in that township. Subsequently, after the marriage of G. A., they resided two years in Westfield, and moved to this township in 1864, and has a farm of 93 acres, which is well improved and favorably located at Lake Station, and close to Chippewa Lake. Mr. Mc- Cabe is among the enterprising young farmers in the township, and will probably, in time, become one of the opulent agriculturists in the county. To him have been born four children - William A., Hattie A., John D. and George.

EARL MOULTON, shoe store, Whittlesey ; is one of the pioneers and worthy representatives of this township. His place of birth was in Vermont State, Randolph Township, Orange Co.; here he first beheld the light Sept. 29, 1800. His fathers name was William, who lost his life at sea when our subject was about lyearold. He was a native of Massachusetts, as was his wife Lucia Miles; her father was Timothy Miles, who purchased 1,900 acres of land in Canada, and gave his daughter 100 acres, 90 of which she intended for her son Earl ; but her father became involved, by going surety, and lost all In 1816, Earl, in company with his mother and step-father, came West to Richfield Township, Summit Co. Soon after work clearing land; July 4, 1822, married Esther Stanley, born Oct. 22, 1803,in Broome Co., N. Y., daughter of Alexander and Nabbie Stanley; she came West with her parents in 1813, who first located in Trumbull Co., Ohio. Mr. Moulton settled on a section of school land in Canaan Township, and cut the first stick in Canaan Center; he remained here until April 1834, when he came to this township and took up 50 acres in the woods, where he built him a cabin, and lived on this tract until 1840, and, with the exception of six years spent in Michigan, has been a resident of the county, and quite prominently identified with its interests ; in the fall of 1844, was elected to the State Legislature, and was re-elected ; was first elected Justice of the Peace in 1854, and served until his departure for Michigan ; upon his return was re-elected, and is now the present incumbent of the office; during President Taylors administration was commissioned Postmaster, being the first in the township, and during the early settlement of the township served as Township Clerk and Trustee several years, and, in all the various offices of trust that have been placed upon him, he has ever sustained the dignity and character of an upright man and Christian gentleman. His wife died leaving seven children, one son and six daughters: Olivia E., now in Michigan; Lucia, Mrs. George E. Miller, of this township, also Louisa A., the wife of Alfred Bowman; William E., who married Eliza Waltz, is also a resident of this township; Eliza M., Mrs. John W. Bowman, and Cynthia M., who resides with her father. Mr. Moulton has never been a man that has aspired to become wealthy in this world's goods, seeking rather to secure treasures in that land beyond the River of Death. For many years past he has been a member of the Christian Church at this place, being one of its original members, and a stanch Republican.

G. A. MACK, farmer ; P. O. Whittlesey ; was born February, 1806, in Canandaigua Township, Ontario Co., N. Y., the only child of his parents, Gurdon and Mary (Gillet) Mack. He was born about the year 1781 near Hartford, Conn., a son of Gurdon Mack, whose parents were of Scotch-Irish nationality. The Gillets are of Yankee extraction, and were all natives of Connectieut, so far as known. Immediately after the marriage of our subject's parents, they removed to the Empire State, where Mr. Mack died when our subject was 6 months old. Subsequently, his mother married Mr. Hickox, with whom our subject lived until his manhood. Gurdon A.'s father was a shoemaker by trade, but was engaged in farming also, which he carried on in conjunction with his trade. The hard labor he bestowed in clearing up his farm and working at his trade at night was too excessive for him, and brought him to an early and premature grave. Our subject was raised to farming pursuits, but, taking naturally to tools, he easily learned the carpenter's trade, which he followed for several years ; worked at wood-turning, and also did millwright work. Feb. 8, 1829, he was married to Eliza Ruscal, who was born in Bloomfield Township, Ontario Co., N. Y., in 1809. He remained in New York until 1848, when he came West to this county, locating at Westfield Center. Prior to his coming, he built a large saw-mill in the pineries in Steuben Co. Soon after his arrival at Westfield, he built a sash and blind factory at the Center, which he carried on until 1855, when he sold out to G. C. Wright, and moved to his present place of residence, situated at La Fayette Center, where he has since resided and been engaged in farming. Mr. Mack has been unfortunate, having buried two wives. His first wife died Aug. 10, 1842, leaving five small children - William A., Henry, Frances, Sarah M.and Miles. April 24, 1844, he was married to Florinda Hickox. She died in March, 1870, leaving no issue. She was beloved by her stepchildren, who loved her and lamented her demise. His present wife was Mrs. Delia Richards, who was born in Montville Township |

Aug. 15, 1835. She was a daughter of James and Lavina (Welton) Reynolds, who were born, respectively in Massachusetts and Connecticut, and were married in New York, and emigrated West to this county when the country was new.

and two sisters. Six of the number attained maturity. Her father died in 1853; her mother is yet a resident of Montville. children living are James, Hiram (who resides

Lavina M. and Siegel D. Mr. Mack has raised a family, who revere the memory of their paternal ancestor, and are all married and doing business on their own account. William A. is the inventor of the Domestic Sewing Machine, and resides at Norwalk; Henry is in Painesville; Sarah M. (Mrs. N. Newman), of Norwalk ; Frances and Miles, in Cleveland, partners in the sewing-machine business. For over half a century, Mr. Mack has been a soldier of the cross, and has been an efficient and zealous worker in his Master's vineyard, and has endeavored to live the life of a consistent Christian. Has acted for the last forty years as Class-leader, Steward and Trustee of the M. E. Church, of which he has been a member. In political matters, he has never taken an active part, but has always been a true Republican.

DUNCAN NAIRN, farmer ; P. O. Whittlesey ; was born in Scotland in 1810, in Morrowshire, the youngest of a family of eleven children, all of whom grew to the years of responsibility. His parents were William and Isabella (MeDonald) Nairn. The grandfather of our subject was John. William Nairn was a farmer, and raised his boys to be tillers of the soil. In 1831, our subject emigrated to this country, to try his fortunes in the West, of which he had heard so much while in Scotland, and, with the determination, which is characteristic of the race, which when made, is generally earried out to its full realization, he decided that he would some day have a home of his own, and be independent. Having excellent health, a robust frame, a cheerful disposition, he soon made friends ;*being a No. 1 stone-mason, which he had learned in Scotland, his services were immediately brought into requisition ; worked in Pittsburgh, Cleveland and other places. His first purchase of land was in Columbiana Co., of 100 acres, costing $5 per acre. Subsequently sold this, and removed to Congress Township, in Wayne Co., where he purchased 77 acres, for which he paid $850, there being some improvements on the same, consisting of a small cabin and a log barn. After his advent to this place, he gave his attention more particularly to farming pursuits. He has been twice married, first, to Jeannette Lidell, who died in 1872, leaving no issue. Sept. 14, 1875, was married to his present wife, whose maiden name was Catharine Rupley, who was born Oct. 5, 1832, in Dauphin Co., Penn., daughter of Michael and Catharine Himmilrich, both were natives of same place, to whom were born a family of nine children, six sons and three daughters, all of whom grew to be men and women. The family emigrated West in 1855, locating in Millbrook Township, Wayne Co., this State, where they made their subsequent permanent abode. Her father died in 1872 ; his worthy companion yet survives him, being now 86 years of age ; both of the above were professors of religion, he of the Baptist Church, she of the M. E. Church. Mr. Nairn finally disposed of his interests in Wayne Co. at a large advance of his first purchase, and bought 160 acres about one mile southwest of the Center, and has for several years past been a citizen of this township. Is now enjoying the fruits of his labor, having an abundance of everything about him that is requisite to his maintenance, and for his enjoyment, all of which has been the outgrowth of his industry and frugality. He is a member of the Old Seceder Church, of the good old kind ; his wife of the Lutheran denomination. Mr. Nairn, though no politician, is of Republican sentiment, and a substantial member of the community.

JOHN NORTON, farmer; P. O. Lodi; was born Jan. 12, 1830, in Yorkshire, England, and emigrated to America with his parents when he was but 2 years of age. His parents were Richard and Sarah (Richardson) Norton, and were born, respectively, July 24, 1784, and Nóv.5,1787. His parents located in the southeast portion of Harrisville Township, now owned by Samuel Norton, the brother of the above. John was raised to farming, and continued under the paternal roof until he was 30 years of age, at which time he formed a matrimonial alliance with Sarah Winters, who was born in Lincolnshire, England, Aug. 7, 1842: their marriage was duly celebrated according to the laws of the commonwealth, March 7, 1860. Her parents were William and Ann (Freeman) Winters, who emigrated to this county from England in the year 1848; her father, now a resident of Chatham, having passed his three-score years and ten; his wife passed to her rest March 19, 1879. After Mr. Norton was married, he resided three years in the northeast part of the township, then removing to Chatham, resided until 1866, when be located in the extreme southwest corner of the cleared up by Isaac Rogers. To Mr. Norton have been born six children - Ira D., Charles E., John A., Alice E., Clara E. and Albert Foster. Mr. Norton has a good farm of 2121 acres, and, with the exception of $400, has acquired it through hard labor, and the daily practice of rigid economy.

WILLIAM F. NYE, farmer and Infirmary Superintendent; P. O. Whittlesey; was born April 2, 1816, near Glen's Falls, Washington Co. N..Y. His fathers name was Timothy, who was born Sept. 6, 1780, in Woodstock, Vt., she was born May 1, 1788, in same State. Timothy Nye was a millwright and built many mills in that locality and in Canada. To this couple were born eight children, five of the number grew up. The family emigrated West in the fall of 1817, arriving Nov. 1, to Westfield, locating a short distance west of the " Center," where he purchased 634 acres of land and built the log cabin where Ezra Booth's house stands, it being at that time, about the third one in the township ; at least, there were not enough men in the township to raise it ; assistance necessary was obtained from Harrisville Township. Here he died July 5, 1846; her daughter's in Iowa, November, 1878. William F. remained at home until he was 22 years of age. He learned the carpenter's trade, and worked with his brother for several years, in this and other counties, and some in Illinois. Sept. 15, 1845, he was married to Fannie Phillips, who was born in Westfield Township Sept. 20, 1823; is of a family of six children, herself and five brothers, who were born to Calvin and Sallie (Briggs) Phillips; he was born near Bennington, Vt., May 13, 1785, she in Taunton, Mass., Dec. 9,1789, and emigrated to Westfield, in 1819, and was elected Justice of the Peace, his commission being signed by Gov. Jeremiah Morrow, May 5,1823, and was probably the first Justice of the Peace in the township; the possession of Mr. Nye. Mr. Nye's father, he purchased the homestead, and bought the heirs' interest, and was a resident of the township until 1874. Since that time, he has been Superintendent of the County year, which position he has since retained; his | tory of the Phillips family, the reader is readministration and good management of the institution have been satisfactory to the people. To him have been born three children - Mary, now the wife of Ebenezer Bissell, of Westfield ; Clara, now th: wife of Rev. A. McCullough, of Coshocton County, and George, yet at home. Mr. and Mrs. Nye are both members of the Methodist Episcopal Church. His father was identified with the Free-Will Baptists, and was one of the prominent and official members of that denomination, and largely influential in the formation of the church society in that township. Since 1863, Mr. Nye has given his attention to f:rming exclusively, his tools are laid by, as the companions of other days. Cast his first vice for Harrison, and has, to the present, been true to his first conceptions of political preference. The old Phillips farm, consisting of 160 acres, in Westfield, is under his control and ownership.

FRANK O. PHILLIPS, farming; P. O. Whittlesey. Born Jan. 1, 1858, at La Fayette Center, the second child born to Oscar and Sarah (Simmons) Phillips. Frank's early boyhood was spent in school, receiving the advantages afforded both in common district and the high school, at Medina. His father being a farmer, our subject has been reared to this business, and is now engaged in carrying on the farm for his father, who resides in Medina. Jan. 29, 1879, he was married to Emma Steele, born April 13, 1860, in Canaan Township, Wayne Co., Ohio. She is a daughter of Samuel and Elizabeth (Blizzard) Steele. Mr. Steele was born in Orleans Co., Vt., July 11, 1822. He was a son of Samuel, who was born in Connecticut, 1781, and was alumberman. The mother of Samuel Steele, was Betsey Hoisington, daughter of John S. Hoisington Samuel Steele came West, locating in Wayne Co., in 1826, where he lived until he came to this county,in 1872. Elizabeth Blizzard, the mother of Mrs. Phillips, was born in Wiltshire, England, Maren 1828, daughter of Thomas and Catharine (Pierce) Blizzard, to whom were born six children. Mr. and Mrs. Steele were married Nov. 13, 1853. Three children have crowned their union, who are - Lucy .J., now Mrs. Charles Stickney, of this township; Emma, the wife of Frank Phillips, our subject, and Samuel, at home. The Phillips farm entire consists of 260 acres. For a more extended his

: H. S. PROUTY, carpenter and joiner, Whittlesey. Among the worthy mechanics of this township, is Henry S. Prouty, who was born Sept. 22, 1841, in the town of Madrid, Jefferson Co., N. Y., and came to this county with his parents, when but 2 years of age. His father's name was Jefferson, born Aug. 4, 1804, in Vermont State, son of Stephen Prouty, who was a soldier in the war of the Revolution: The mother of our subject, was Esther Underwood, prior to her marriage with Mr. Prouty. To them were born five children, all of whom are now living, whose names are Adelia, now the wife of F. B. Clark, Treasurer of the County ; Celestia, now' Mrs. N. P. Robbins, of Fostoria, Seneca Co. : Henry S., of this township ; Horace F., of Lincoln Co., Kan., and Lydia L., unmarried. Henry S. left home at the age of 16, and for eight years worked out by the month ona farm, then learned the carpenter and joiner's trade, and, since that time, has been engaged in that business, being a good mechanic, his services are always in demand, and is known as an honest workman, and has been employed in the erection of many of the farm structures in the surrounding county. Has good property at La Fayette Center, all of which has been the result of his own industry. Aug. 18, 1872, he married Florence A. Prentice, born Aug. 17, 1850, in Harrisville Township, the second child of William and Phoebe Prentice. Her father is deceased, her mother yet resides in Lodi. Mr. and Mrs. Prouty have no issue. Mr. Prouty's brother, Horace F., was for three years a soldier in the late war, serving in Co. B. 42d O. V. I. Mr. Prouty's ancestors have been Democratic in their political sentiments, but our subject, since his majority, has been affiliated with the Republican element.

L. M. PIERCE, farmer; P. O. Medina. The Pierce family trace their ancestry to Abraham Pierce, who came to America three years after the landing of the Pilgrim Fathers, and settled in Plymouth Colony. From him has descended the above-mentioned gentleman, who was born July 20, 1810, in Hardwick Township, Otsego Co., N. Y. He was the eldest child born to his parents. His father was Capt. Isaac Pierce, whose wife was Polly Webb. Isaac was born Sept. 15, 1784, in Peru Township, son of Levi, who was born in Millbury, Mass., Feb. 26, 1739. He was a son of Shadrach, whose birth occurred July 8, 1717, who was a son of Isaac, who was a son of Abraham, who was the patriarchal ancestor of the family. In referring to the published history of the Pierce family, are found some very interesting facts in relation to the family, several of whom held high official stations in both civil and military life. The marked characteristics of the family seem to have been great manly vigor, longevity, and a high sense of probity, honor and moral integrity. Levi was the grandfather of our subject, to whom were born eleven children - ten sons and one daughter - whose names were as below, which he arranged in rhyme, as follows :

Isaac, the father of L. M., was a house-carpenter and farmer, member of Masonic Fraternity, and an officer of the militia, first commissioned as Ensign in 1824, promoted to Lieutenant in 1827, and Captain in 1829, and honorably discharged in 1832. His sons were Lorenzo M., William, and Benjamin, who was in the late war; was Justice of the Peace, and a Representative of the General Court in Boston; the youngest being Alva B. The father died April 28, 1867; his wife, Sept. 1, 1866. Lorenzo M. was reared to agricultural pursuits. In 1833, he came West to Medina Co. and took up 112 acres in this township, which land he now owns, for which he paid $3.50 per acre. That season, he chopped down about 3 acres, and hired 4 acres cut. Sept. 23, 1835, he was married to Emeline Branch, born July 30, 1811, in the town of Worthington, Hampshire Co., Mass., the eldest daughter of Elisha and Sarah (Thompson) Branch, who were early settlers in York Township, and among the prominent families of the county, who came West, locating in York Township, in 1832. In June, 1837, Mr. Pierce and wife returned to this county, and soon erected him a cabin, moved into the same and was happy. He has since been a constant resident of the farm ; has been reasonably successful ; has an excellent farm, consisting of 170 acres, which is favorably located, and but three miles distant from Medina. Of a family of eleven children, ten grew up, who are Ellen, now the wife of

Bank in Washington Co., Iowa; Amelia M., Mrs. C. J. Warner, of Medina; Isaac L., lost his life in the defense of his country ; he was shot Sept. 13, 1864, and died the day following, near Harper's Ferry, where he was taken and embalmed, and sent home to his parents ; he had served out his term of three years' enlistment, and had re-enlisted ; he was a brave and valiant soldier; was among the number who pursued John Morgan in his raid through Kentucky and this State, and was present at his eapture; Harriet, married Lieut. H. A. Howard, now near Red Cloud, Webster Co., Neb.; Sarah, Mrs. L. H. Kimball, in Neenah, Wis.; Elisha B., in Nebraska; Julia, wife of Mr. J. W. Warren, now Sheriff of Webster Co.; Ara B., in Nebraska; Melva A. and Edwin D., at home. Mr. and Mrs. Pierce have, for many years, been members of the Congregational Church, of which he is Deacon. Mr. Pierce, though 70 years of age, yet retains the vigor of his earlier years, and which is characteristic of the family. His grandfather, when at the age of 87, mowed, in one half-day, with a scythe, 1 acre of heavy grass. Mr. Pierce has devoted his entire life to agricultural pursuits, and his residence of over fifty years in the township has established in the community his character as an upright man and a Christian gentleman.

S. S. PALMER, farmer; P. O. Whittlesey ; was born Aug. 27, 1830, in Island Creek Township, Jefferson Co., Ohio, the second of a family of four children, born to George and Elma (Coulter) Palmer ; both were born in Jefferson Co., his birth occurring Oct. 17, 1806. He was a son of Nathaniel Palmer, who emigrated from Washington Co., Penn., to Ohio, when it was a Territory. Indians were, at that time, more plentiful than the whites. Jefferson Co. was the place of his settlement, where he raised a family of children, who were afterward among the early settlers in other localities. The cireumstances attending the deaths of Nathaniel and his wife are worthy of a passing notice. His death occurred in Richland Co., while absent on business. A messenger was at once dispatched to his wife, informing her of the sad news. While on his way, at * Elkhorn Tavern," he was met by a second messenger, bearing the intelligence to him of the death of his wife, their deaths occurring within twelve hours of each other. Of the family born to George and Elma Palmer, are James, now in Guilford ; S. S., of this township; Allen, and Sarah (Mrs. John D. Grafton) of Jefferson Co., Ohio. All of the above were born in the log house their grandfather Nathaniel built, which had but one small window, several feet from the floor. The door was a massive one, of two inches in thickness, of black walnut. The father of our subject died Oct. 29, 1863. His wife yet survives him, and resides in Guilford Township. S. S. remained at home until his 22d year; came to this county in 1852; worked one year for his brother in Guilford. Feb. 10, 1853, was wedded to, Elizabeth Vaughn, who was born July 10, 1832, in Washington Co., Penn. Her parents were Andrew and Drusilla (Shane) Vaughn. He was born Jan. 2, 1806, in Washington Co., Penn. ; he was a son of Joseph Shane, whose wife was a Storer ; he was from New Jersey, and settled in Washington Co. Penn. Drusilla was born Aug. 10, 1812; she was a daughter of Henry Shane, whose wife was Elizabeth Palmer before marriage. Henry Shane was born at the foot of * Ginger Hill," in Washington Co., and emigrated to Jefferson Co. at an early day, and finally located in Montville in the spring of 1845. After our subject was married, he moved to the extreme southeast corner of this township, where he purchased 75 acres, remaining on the same until 1875, when he sold, and removed to his present place, consisting of 101 acres, situated one mile south of the Center. He and wife are members of the Congregational Church. Mrs. Palmer's family, on both sides, were strict adherents of the Old School Presbyterian doctrine. The father of S. S. was a man of excellent information - a great reader - and had a very retentive memory, and was an excellent citizen. S. S. and wife compose their entire family, having no issue.

THOMAS PALMER, farmer; P. O. Chippewa Lake ; i8 a son of Jonathan and Elizabeth (Dicky) Palmer; Jonathan was born Oct. 12, 1804, in Jefferson Co., Ohio ; son of Nathaniel Palmer, who was a native of Pennsylvania, and emigrated to Ohio when it was a Territory, loeating in what is now Jefferson Co. Jonathan, his son, at the age of 16, went to learn the blacksmith's trade. March 19, 1829, he was married to Elizabeth Dicky, who was born in Jefferson Co. Dec. 15, 1803 ; of a family of ten children - five brothers and five sisters - she being now the sole survivor of the family. Her | parents were William and Margaret (Francis)

Vicky ; he was a Pennsylvanian, and was there married, and came West to Jefferson Co. about the time the Palmer family arrived. Mrs. Palmer's ntother was a native of Ireland. William Dicky was a blacksmith by trade, at which he worked for years. His son John came to this county at an early time, purchasing 800 acres of land located in Westfield and Guilford Townships. To him were born three children ; but two of the number grew to manhood - Samuel R. and Abram. Jonathan came to this township in March, 1835, and purchased 90 acres in the southeast part of the township, which land was unimproved - not a stick had been cut. He afterward built a frame house - the first one that was built in the neighborhood - and, for several years, experienced many of the ills and inconveniences which are incident to pioneer life in the settlement of a new country. After a life of usefulness in the community, as an upright man and worthy citizen, he passed to his rest Oct. 4, 1875. His worthy companiou vet lingers to cheer and comíort her son Thomas, with whom she has resided since the death of her husband, both having been members of the Presbyterian Church for many years. He was an old-time Whig, and, afterward, was affiliated with the Republican party, and was Postmaster at the time of his death. During the existence of slavery, he was always strenuously opposed to slave traffic and the extension of slave territory. The subject of this sketch was born on the farm upon which he now lives, Dec. 15, 1839, and has ever been a resident of the home family. Oct. 10, 1872, he was married to Almira Henry, who was born in Montville March 10, 1841, daughter of Robert and Almira (Clark) Henry. He was born in Cambridge, Washington Co., N. Y., April 20, 1789, she June 7, 1801 ; they were married Nov. 20, 1826, and emigrated West in 1835, to this county, settling in Montville. To them were born six children - Patrick, Horace, Andrew, Albert, John and Hiram ; but five are living - Horace, in Mich- !gan; Albert and Andrew, in Chicago; Hiram, in Montville (and herself). Her father died Sept. 29, 1862 ; his wife yet survives him. Thomas Palmer, our subject, is the only son of his parents; he has one sister, Mrs. Joseph H. Barrett, of this township. When Mr. Palmer died, he had 150 acres of land, to which Thomas has since added 110, making now in all

260. He isa successful farmer, and one of the township's best citizens. His matrimonial union has not been crowned with any family additions in the way of children. Mr. P.isa man of good information, and, like his worthy paternal ancestor, is a stanch Republican.

L. D. PHINNEY, retired farmer; P. O. Whittlesey ; is a native of Connecticut, born September 7, 1807, the youngest child of his parents, who were Benjamin and Hannah (Yeoman) Phinney; he was born about the year 1876, his wife one year later. To them were born nine children, eight of the number attained to man's estate. The family were all born in Connecticut, but removed to Oneida Co., N. Y., when L. D. was a lad of tender age. His boyhood days were spent at home, and attending the common district school, which he did not appreciate as he might have done, consequently his education was not as thorough and comprehensive as his opportunities afforded ; he continued at the parental home until he attained his 4 and 20 years. During this time he was engaged on the farm, assisting his father in the duties of the farm. Oct. 20, 1831, he was married to his present companion, whose maiden name was Laura Houghton, whose place of nativity was Maryland Township, Otsego Co., N. Y., time of birth April 15, 1809 ; her parents were Ebenezer and Margery (Bigelow) Houghton ; to them were born eleven children, but five lived to be grown. After the marriage of Mr. and Mrs. Phinney, they remained ou the farm of his father until 1856, when he emigrated to this State, settling at La Fayette Center, where he has since been a constant resident. Their marriage has been crowned by the birth of three children, whose names are Loring H., Eben H. and Emily J. Mr. Phinney is now the only surviving member of the Phinney family. Mrs. Phinney has two sisters, Emily, Mrs. Seth P. Duncan, in Oswego, N. Y., and Rebecca, Mrs. Isaac Blair, of this township ; her parents died in this township, her father in 1857, mother in 1860. They were both members of the Congregational Chureh, of which Mrs. Phinney has been a member since 16 years of age. Mr. Phinney has been successful since his advent to this place - coming here with but $50 in money, he has acquired his present home, and 136 acres of land ; having sold off a portion, has now 104 acres, and is enjoying the comforts of his home in the eve of his life, surrounded by his wife and children. Mr. Phinney has always lived a quiet life, taking but little interest in political matters, living, in the main, a quiet and unostentatious life; heisa member of the Congregational Church, and a respected member of the community. Sent one son, Eben H., to defend our nation's honor, he serving as a member in Company * B," 42d O. V. I., for three years, and returned home to his parents safe and sound, from the changing vicissitudes of civil strife. He was married Oct. 22, 1865, to Caroline Jacobs, adopted daughter of John Jacobs; has two children, Elsie D. and Ervine L.

EDWIN R. RICE, farmer; P. O. Whittlesey ; was born Sept. 22, 1832, in Genesee Co., N. Y., and eame West with his parents when he was but 2 years of age. His parents were James and Rhoda (Ellsworth) Rice. He was a native of Genesee Co., born 1805; his parents were of German descent. Rhoda was a daughter of Ira Ellsworth, of Scotch parentage. James Rice, upon his arrival to this county, selected as his place of location the center of this township, on a tract of 110 acres, upon which there had been but slight improvements. His family consisted of his wife and nine children. But stead until he was 23 years of age, when he went to Bureau Co., IlL, where he spent three years. Allegan Co., Mich. Returning to this township, on the homestead, remained until Sept. 24, 1861, when he enlisted for three years in Co. B, 42d O. V. L, and served out his term of enlistment. For one year served in the Regimental Hospital. Cumberland Gap, and participated in several

1865, married Alvira MeDougall, born Sept. 4. 1843, in Hinckley Township, daughter of Dougmother's side was Isaiah, and of Yankee stock. Since Mr. Rice was married, he has been a constant resident of the township. Since 1872, has resided on the homestead, which consists of 80 acres. Five children have been born them - Rhoda R., Perry J., Ruthie P., Anna E. and Libbie E. Mr. Rice and wife are of Christian faith. His father and mother were members of the Baptist Church. Mrs. Rice's parents were members of the Christian Church, termed by some "Disciples." Farming has been the business in which he has been engaged. While his ancestors were members of the old Democratic party, the young stock of the name have walked in Republican ranks. ANSON RANDALL, farmer and trader ; P. O. Medina. Esquire Randall was born Feb. 6, 1823, in Saybrook, Middlesex Co., Conn., eldest of a family of three children born to Stephen and Phoebe (Wood) Randall. He was born in Norwich, Conn. He was a surveyor and a seafaring man; was a Captain of a merchantman. He went on the sea at the age of 10 years, and followed the ocean for forty years. His father before him was a seafaring man also. Phoebe Wood was a daughter of Richard, who was a son of Jesse Wood. The Randalls are of Scotch descent. Stephen was twice married ; first to Cetura Fanning, and by her had ten children, two of them died at sea. Stephen came to Connecticut, Middlesex Co., where Anson was born. After abandoning his ocean life, locating in Susquehanna Co., Penn., in 1825, where he lived until 1832, when he came West, locating in Bath Township (then Medina Co.), where he purchased 70 acres of woodland; lived there two years and taught school; then moved near the * Croton House," he experienced no little privation. Finally came to this township after living one year in Chatham, and settled in the north part of the township, where R. B. Hart now resides. "This born July 17, 1818, in Greene Co., Vt. He was | born Aug. 22, 1814, in Canada. He was a son of Dougall, whose father was likewise of the same name. Mrs. Rice's grandfather on her of Samuel and Sarah (Long) Jamison ; he was born Sept. 24, 1792; both natives of Canada. After the marriage of Mr. Randall, he settled on the homestead. His wife died March 25, 1863, leaving five children; three living -

Minerva, in St. Joe Co., Mich.; Stephen H., in Gratiot Co., Mich.; Lewis G., in Sturgis, St. Joe Co., same State. Mr. Randall's present wife was Maria Zimmerman, born in Plain Township, Wayne Co., Ohio, Nov. 25, 1829, daughter of Samuel and Mary (Patterson) Zimmerman, he was a native of Pennsylvania, she of Maryland, Mrs. Randall being their only child. April, 1879, Mr. Randall located on the farm he now owns, consisting of 109 acres, situated on the south side of the Smith road, which Mr. Randall helped cut out when he was a lad of 16. For several years he has been engaged in importing and breeding Spanish merino sheep. For sixteen years, was engaged as traveling salesman, selling and introducing agricultural implements and all kinds of farm machinery, having a range of several counties. Mr. Randall's father was a Jackson Democrat. Anson was first identified with the Abolition party, but, in later years, has beena Republican. Has served as Justice of the Peace nine years, and been twelve years Assessor. Has two children by last wife - Lillie M. and Alfred B. JOSEPH ROBB, farmer ; P. O. Chippewa Lake ; was born Oct. 7, 1808, in Chester Co., Penn., of a family of thirteen children, he being the second in order of birth, all of whom were born to James and Sarah Russell; his father's name was Joseph, who was a native of Scotland. The Russells are likewise of Scotch extraction. Joseph's father had four sisters and three brothers - William, John and James ; the sisters were Isabella, Hannah, Jane and Mary. Joseph was raised to farming pursuits. In 1827, he removed West with his parents to Milton Township, Wayne Co., Ohio. His father was in limited circumstances, and was not in possession of means to purchase land at his coming, but rented several years before purchasing. Joseph lived with his father several years after acres, and, continuing on, he in time transferred the forest growth to cultivated fields. He has devoted his life to agricultural pursuits, and, though beginning with nothing, he has, by patient industry and frugality, acquired a good home and a competence for his declining years. To him have been born two children - Henry N. and Sarah. Henry died in February, 1870, aged 29; his death fell with such force upon the mind of his mother that her reason became dethroned, and she died in 1871. Sarah is the wife of John Stone, of Milton Township, Wayne Co. March 5, 1874, Mr. Robb was married to Mrs. Sarah Chapin, whose maiden name was Hawley. She was born in Solon, Cortland Co., N. Y., April 9, 1813. She was a daughter of Stephen and Polly (Welch) Hawley ; he was a native of Connecticut, she of Dutchess Co.,N. Y. To them were born a family of seven children. The family came West in 1837, and located in Pittsfield, Lorain Co., Ohio. Mrs. Robb's first husband was Norman Chapin, a native of Cortland Co., N. Y.; to them were born two children, none living; he died in 1868. Mr. Robb has three brothers - Jackson, in Weymouth ; Franklin, in Kansas, and John, in Henry Co., Ill. Mr. Robb has for many years been a consistent member of the Baptist Church. He has now an excellent farm of 125 acres.

REV. PEMBERTON RANDALL, farmer and minister; P. O. Whittlesey ; is among the acceptable and efficient ministers who, for many years past, have proclaimed the glad tidings of the Gospel, and endeavored with anxious solicitude io administer to the spiritual needs of sinful humanity in this county. He was born Oct. 6, 1807, in Lebanon Township, New London Co., Conn., of a family of three sons and four daughters, he being the eldest of his brothers and the second of the number His parents were James and Joanna business. April 2, 1835, he was wedded to | (Pemberton) Randall His place of birth was Mary L. Lance, who was born in Jefferson Co., | in Chatham, Conn., in December, 1778, his wife

Ohio, in 1814. She was a daughter of Henry and Lucinda (Lee) Lance. The Lances are from New Jersey, and the Lees from Virginia. After Mr. Robb was married, he lived one year in Guilford ; then returned to Wayne Co., where he lived three years. In 1839, he came to this township, and has since remained; first purchased 100 acres of unimproved lard and began in the woods ; the first year he cleared 15 being born in August, two years later, in the same State. The Randalls are of Scotch and the Pembertons of English descent. Mr. Randall's father was a blacksmith, which trade he followed nearly his entire life. Our subject's early life was spent in the agricultural distriets, and, while he attended school to some extent, his hands were not strangers to the use age of 20, he embarked for himself, having obtained education sufficient to enable him to teach the " young idea," which vocation he followed during the winter, and working by the | month on the farm, $10 being his compensation per month at the time he embarked in. the profession. Until 31 years of age, he was thus alternately employed. Three years later, he married Maria T. Beebe, who was born in Ontario Co., N. Y., and then moved westward to this county, locating in Granger Township. Being impressed that iv was his duty to enter the ministry, and the better to qualify himself for that important position, he attended Geauga College, and studied the languages until he obtained satisfactory knowledge of the same. Upon his return, came to Medina, where he had the pastoral charge of the Free-Will Baptist Church at that place for some time, and since has preached regularly up to 1878, and at regular intervals up to the present time. He has been instrumental in doing much good, and through his efforts many have been caused to turn from the error of their ways and found comfort and salvation through the atoning merits of the Redeemer. Mr. Randall's father moved to this county in 1838, and settled in Granger ; finally moved to Summit Co., where he died in 1849 ; his wife survived him until 1854. Of the brothers of our subject living are D. P. Randall, now of Sharon Township, and David A., who is the author of that interesting work entitled "The Handwriting of God in Sinai and the Holy Land." He resides in Cleveland. One sister is in Medina Township, Catharine, now Mrs. W. H. Witter. To Mr. Randall have been born ten children ; but five of the number are living - Theodore B.; Thomas P.; Maria T., now Mrs. G. O. Chapman ; Sarah A., Mrs. McKay, and Lydia E. T. B. is now teaching in this county; Thomas P. is in Lincoln Co., Kan., also Mrs. Chapman; Mrs. MeKay is in Cleveland ; Lydia E. at home. Mr. Randall has always been a man of great industry, never desiring to be idle. Early in life, he took up the trade of his father, and has had for many years on his place a shop, in which he spends much of his time in mending and keeping in repair such implements and tools as may need such attention upon his farm. Though never much interested in political matters, yet he has always been Republican in sentiment. He sent three of his sons to defend the flag of our

Union. David A. died in the service; Theodore B. served three years in Co. K, 8th O. V. I. Thomas P. was in the 166th, and re-enlisted and served until the close of the war. Mr. Randall's youngest son met with a tragical death by the discharge of a gun in his own hands in December, 1879, while in Kansas. He was 23 years of age.

G. M. SHAW, farmer; P. O. Whittlesey ; born July 19, 1838, in York Township, this county. His parents were William and Hannah (Peacock) Shaw, both of whom were natives of England. He was born June 1, 1800, in Yorkshire, and was a son of John, also; Hannah Peacock was born in the same shire, Nov. 20, 1800, daughter of Thomas Peacock, of English birth and parentage. Moody, the middle name of our subject, was from his grandmother, who was a Moody. The Moodys in England were of the best families, and were heirs to a large estate, which one of the number forfeited by marrying contrary to the wishes of her parents. George M.'s grandfather's daughter was a Moody. She ran off and married a footman, and, as a result, her parents cut her off with a shilling. The parents of our subject emigrated to this country in 1829, locating four years in St. Lawrence Co., N. Y., and came to this county in 1833, and purchased 60 acres in York Township, for which he paid $3 per acre. A log cabin was hastily constructed. The forest soon melted away under the devastating influence of his labor and perseverance. After eighteen years' residence, he had accumulated 209 acres of land, which was at this time pretty well improved. He then moved to Montville Township, where he remained until his death, Sept. 3, 1869, being worth at the time of his death about $20,000, all of which he had made since he came to this county. 6G. M. is of a family of ten children, whose names are John, now of Montville ; Ann (Mrs. John Eggleston), in Seville; Jane (Mrs. A. G. Miner), in Medina ; Thomas, in Montville ; William, in Brunswick ; Hannah (Mrs. Thomas Peacock), in St. Lawrence Co, N. Y.; G. M, in this township ; Emelina, in Medina; Mary A. (Mrs. Daniel Harrington), in Michigan ; all now living. Our subject remained at home until Dec. 25, 1859, when he was married to Ann Fretter, who was born June 15, 1839, in Avon, Lorain Co., Ohio, daughter of Henry and Mary (Askill) Fretter. He was born in Northhamptonshire, Eng., Nov.

11, 1799. He was a son of John, who was born in 1759. Mary Askill's father's name was John. Mrs. Shaw's father came West in 1835, locating in Avon, and to him were born nine children. Six grew to maturity - Jane, now in Michigan ; John, in Minnesota ; Thomas, in Grafton; Henry W., in Michigan; Joseph, in Litchfield. Mrs. Shaw had three brothers who served three years in the late war - Thomas, Henry and Joseph - the latter losing his right arm. The family above mentioned moved to York in 1859. Mr. Fretter died April 6, 1877. His mother is still living. After Mr. Shaw was married, he remained in York until 1866, when he moved to this township and purchased 105 acres, where he now resides. He has now 180 acres. He, like his father, is a successful financier. Being a hard worker, and having a valuable helpmeet and an industrious family, he is destined to attain still greater ends than those already accomplished. He has a family of nine children, whose names are Lyman J., Early P., Zada P. (more commonly known as * Dot"), Gilmore S, Frank E. William H., Kittie May, Lena E. and Alonzo E. Mr. Shaw, in connection with his farm, is running a thrashing machine and clover huller, and is a great man for encouraging the use of machinery in all departments of husbandry. Both Mr. Shaw and wife are members of the Universalist Church at Westfield.

G. SPITZER, farming and stock-raising ; P. O. Medina ; is one of the foremost and leading agriculturists and stock-raisers in the township. His birth occurred Nov. 7, 1817, in Glennville, Schenectady Co., N. Y. His parents were Nieholas and Nancy (Bovee) Spitzer, whose births were, respectively, Nov. 26, 1784, and Nov. 19, 1791, and were married in the same county as born. The grandfather of our subject was Garrett, whose name he now bears. The Spitzer family, according to the tradition, came originally from Holland, and from here they removed to England, and were among the gentry of that time, yet, from some cause not now known, their financial condition became impaired to such an extent that they were induced to join the hardy yeomanry to better their condition. They came to America through the influence of Garrett's father's uncle, who was a Surgeon in the English army, and, having been in New York prior to the Revolution, gave such a glowing description of the Mohawk and Hudson Valleys to his friends upon his return, that they were induced to cast their lots and fortunes with those of Northern New York. The Spitzer family that came to this county was headed by Nicholas, who gathered up his personal effects and embarked for the Buckeye State, starting September 5, 1836, which time, our subject states, there was a heavy frost, the effects of which were seen the entire journey. Arriving here, Nicholas purchased 112 acres of land at $11 per acre, there being about fifteen acres "slashed." Garrett being the eldest of the family of the boys, and while he was rather disheartened at the appearance the country presented, yet he reasoned with the wisdom of a philosopher that as they were here, the better plan was to "pitch in" and make the best of it, and what was wanting in surroundings they might supply by hard labor. The result was, that in the fall following, they had forty acres well fenced, and in three years' time the farm was cleared. The day our subject attained his majority, he contracted for 75 acres of land of King and Gun. He hadn't a dollar to pay down, but he had credit, and in three years' time had it cleared. During this time he made his father's house his home; and having a cabin under way, and had the cage nearly complete, his next object was to secure the bird. Their nuptials were duly celebrated Nov. 21, 1844, his bride being Mary J. Branch, who was born in Hampshire Co., Mass., March 22, 1827, she being the youngest of a family of nine children, who were born to Elisha and Sallie (Thompson) Branch, who were also natives of the same State and county. His birth occurred April 9, 1787, that of his wife July 3, 1788. Their marriage occurred Oct. 3, 1810. They came West in 1832, and located in York Township. After purchasing his land, he had $25 left. Here they settled and remained until their death, which occurred Nov. 14, 1856; that of his wife, Feb. 13, 1867 ; they were members of the Congregational Church, and were the stanch representatives of that township. Their children are as follows: Emeline, of this township, the wife of L. M. Pierce; Betsey, Mrs. B. B. Hudson, of Detroit, Mich.; he was killed by the railroad; Rev. Edwin T., of Somerset, in Michigan; Cecilia, Mrs. A. C. Bowen, of York Township; Cordelia, the wife of S. F. Judson, elected County Treasurer, Benzonia,

Mich., fall of 1880, who was accidentally killed; Nathan E., of Williamson, Mich.; Sarah, Mrs. Albert Mead, in Michigan ; Hannah, Mrs. H. J. Williams, of Oberlin, and Mary J., Mrs. G. Spitzer, of this township, who is the worthy spouse of our subject. Of Mr.Spitzer's brother's family now living, are Aaron B., in York Township; Jacob, in Chatham. Mr. Spitzer lived nine years on the farm he first owned, then purchased where he now resides. He has 500 acres of land, which is well improved and stocked with sheep, which he makes more of a specialty than of any other stock. His efforts have been crowned with marked success. If he has succeeded better than many other men, it is because he has worked harder, and planned better, and grasped the opportunities whenever presented, making them serve his purpose. Raised up with limited education, his usefulness and natural promptings have always been hampered from the lack of a liberal education, whereby he might have attained much more satisfactory results in other spheres of labor that his aspirations have pointed out. Has been a man of great energy and business enterprise, devoting his entire life to agricultural pursuits, not seeking publicity of office. though, at the solicitations of friends, has filled some important positions of trust and honor; served several years as Director and Adjuster in the Ohio Farmer's Insurance Company. Has been a man of excellent health, and temperate in his habits. For many years has been a member of the Congregational Church, and has ever borne his part as a citizen in the community as neighbor and friend. To them have been born eight children - Alice M., Mrs. A. M. Loomis, Jones Co., Iowa ; Eva, Mrs. W. C. Lyon, in Amherst; A. T., Amherst, in this township ; Aaron D., in Jones Co, Iowa; Adelbert L. banker in North Amherst; Francelia J., Louetti M. and Bessie.

A. D. SHELDON, farmer and county surveyor; P. O. Whittlesey. Amos was born Feb. 27, 1845, in Herkimer Co., N. Y., the only child now living, born to his parents, who were Hiram and Hirene (Jacobs) Sheldon. Hiram was born June 22, 1798, in Montgomery Co., N. Y. He was the fourth of a family of eight children, who were born to his parents, six of whom reached man's estate. Amos and Anna (King) Sheldon - he was born May 10, 1769, in Sheffield Co., Conn., also his wife, in March 17, 1770 His father's name was Elijah, who was wounded in the Revolutionary war. Hiram, at the age of 10, removed with his parents to Herkimer Co., N. Y. where his father died March 10, 1832, his wife following him Nov. 12, seven years later. Hiram was raised to agricultural pursuits, remaining with his father until 22 years of age. Left home, stayed one year, and returned home, and cared for his parents until their decease. July 1, 1830, he was married to Miss Jacobs, who was born Sept. 29, 1805, in Hillsboro Co., N. H. She was a daughter of John and Sallie Jacobs. Emigrated West in May, 1849, locating on the farm he now resides upon, consisting of 120 acres, near La Fayette Center. The father of Amos is yet living ; although past his fourscore years, he is yet vigorous and in the enjoyment of a reasonable degree of health for a man of his years. His companion has several years since passed to her reward. For forty years, Mr. Sheldon has been an acceptable member of the Close Communion Baptists; his life and association with the world, has been in harmony with his profession. Has lived an honored and highly respected member in the community, and as he now stands, with one foot almost upon the other shore, he is waiting the call of the Master, and is like a shock of corn fully ripe and ready to respond to His call. Amos was but a lad of 4 years when his parents came from the Empire State. His home has since been on the farm his father located. His early boyhood was spent upon the farm and in attending school, which advantages he improved, and for ten terms, he has wielded the " birch," and taught acceptably in the county. Has been a man of more than ordinary ability and research, his qualifications being recognized to that extent that the people have called upon him, through the ballot box, to look after the school and township's interest, as School Director, Township Clerk and Trustee, and Land Appraiser. In 1874, he was elected County Surveyor, and since re-elected at different times, and is at this time (1881) the incumbent. May 6, 1866, he became the husband of Cordelia Childs, who was born in this township, Aug. 18, 1842 ; she is a daughter of Charles and Sallie (Adams) Childs. He was born Dec. 14, 1802, in Vermont. She in New York. They were married Dec. 12, 1837, and came West in 1833, locating in this township. To them were born a family of twelve children, including triplets. Amos D.

S. P. VAUGHN, blacksmith ; P. O. Whittlesey ; is one of the eldest resident smiths in this part of the county. He was born July 20, 1828, in Mercer Co., Penn. His parents were John and Hannah (Phew) Vaughn. He was born about-the year 1801, in Washington Co., Penn. ; his father's name was Joseph, to whom were born Nancy, Thomas, Betsy, Lydia, John, Andrew ; of those living are Thomas, now in Pennsylvania, ahd Andrew, in Michigan. Samuel P. emigrated West with his parents in 1845. His father located in the township east of the lake, where he purchased 40 acres, where he lived five years; then moved upon Short street, where he remained until his decease, which occurred in 1862. S. P. remained at home until 22 years of age ; his father being a blacksmith, and from him received his first lessons in iron working. In 1850, he located at the Center, at the place he now occupies, and has since been steadily engaged at his trade. The same year he came (1850), July 31, he married Maggie Ormsby, who was born Nov. 29, 1834, daughter of Alexander and Nancy (Wolfcale) Ormsby. He was born in 1801, in Chenango Co., Penn. He was a son of George, who was a native of Ireland ; of Scotch and Irish parentage. He died in 1871, at the age of 97. Nancy Wolfcale was born in 1805, in Loudoun Co., Va. Her mother's name, prior to her marriage, was Belinda Ashton. Her husband's name was John Wolfcale. To George Ormsby were born four children - Margaret, Anna, Joseph and Alexander, all deceased. To Alexander were born ten children, nine living - George, in Mahoning Co.; Abraham, in Wells Co., Ind.; Sarah, Mrs. Henry Taylor, in Washington Co., Wis.; Mrs. S. P. Vaughn ; Anna, Mrs. Joseph Rich, in Wells Co., Ind. ; Martha, Mrs. Aaron Osborne, of Isabella Co., Mich. ; Nancy, Mrs. William Schoonover, in Wells Co., Ind.; John H. and Oliver A. in Wells Co., Ind. Alexander Ormsby removed to Ohio at an early time, locating in Mahoning Co., where he lived until 1852, when he removed to Wells Co., Ind. ; settled in Union Township, in the wilderness. To Mr. and Mrs. Vaughn have been born five children ; but one now living, Rosa M. Mr. Vaughn has now been here over thirty years; he came here poor, yet has, by diligence and attention to his business, acquired a good home, besides has valuable prop- erty in Cleveland. He is one of the best smiths in the county, and always does honest and satisfactory work. He has been a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church twenty-six years. N. H. WYATT, transfer; Clyde, Sandusky Co.; was born May 7, 1831, in Steuben Co., Wayne Township, N. Y.; son of Jonathan and Phoebe (Buck) Wyatt. He was born in August, about the year 1776,in Providence, R. I.; he was a son of Stutely Wyatt, who was a near relative of Sir John Wyatt, who came over from England in the Mayflower, in 1620. Phoebe Buck was born in the northwest part of Pennsylvania, Oct. 22, 1804; daughter of Benjamin Buck, who was. of German descent. In 1835, the Wyatt family emigrated West to Montgomery Township, Ashland Co., Ohio, where he purchased 40 acres, situated one mile north of the town of Ashland, where they lived until Feb. 22, 1843, when they located in this township, southeast part, on the farm now owned by Mr. Kiplinger, where he remained until his death, which occurred in June, 1871. He was a man of but limited education ; was a man of industrious habits, and for fifty years was a member of the Regular Baptist Church. During the war of 1812, he "drew at nine drafts" and came free each time, and volunteered at last. To him were born seven children, all of whom attained mature years - four of whom are living - Susan, Mrs. Richard Stevenson, now in Kansas ; Ann, now in Dade Co., Mo., the wife of Robert Baubelle ; Marvin B., in Clyde, Sandusky Co.; and Nicholas, our subject, who is the eldest of the number. At the age of 21, he hired out to work by the month. In 1854, he went West to Winnebago Co., Ill., and engaged in farming pursuits. Feb. 16, 1857, was married to Harriet M. Blair, who was born in this township July 7, 1839, daughter of Isaac and Rebecca Blair, of this township. Mr. Wyatt was a resident of Winnebago Co. for seven years. In August, 1862, he enlisted in Co. B, 74th Ill. V. L, serving three months ; then was transferred to second battalion, Co. H, and was in charge of a company of pioneers of the Pioneer Corps, whose place was in the advance of the army to pioneer the way for the advancing columns - build bridges, and lay pontons across rivers and large streams not fordable, and were often under fire, when in the discharge of their duty. Served twenty months in this capacity, was then transferred into the Ist U.

S. Veteran Engineers, Co. F, where he served until the termination of the war. July 23, 1864, vas Gen. Wood's Orderly, was bearing a dispatch to Gen. McPherson, and saw him shot from his horse, and was the first man to pick him up and place him in others' care. Upon his return from service, lived two years in this township, then removed to Clyde, Sandusky Co., this State, where he has since resided and 1s permanently located, and is engaged in the transfer and draying business. Of five children born him, three are living Clara E., a teacher in the public schools at Clyde; Eddie and Harriet. Mr. Wyatt had two brothers in the late war; Joel served eighteen months in the 6th O. V. C.; since dead ; has one child, Stella. Marvin B., enlisted first for three months in Co. K, 8th Ohio. After serving his time, he re-enlisted for three years, serving out his time ; was severely wounded at the battle of Gettysburg, and was left for dead on the field. The Wyatt family are true and loyal Republicans.

W. H. WIDEMAN, farmer; P. O. Medina; is a native of this county, and was born in Guilford Township Sept. 10, 1831, the ninth child, in order of birth, born to his parents, who were Jacob and Anna (Guisinger) Wideman. At the age of 15, he was apprenticed to learn the blacksmith's trade; after its completion, he worked at jour work until he became of age, at which time he and his brother John rented the home farm, which they carried on in partnership for four years; he then bought out his brother's interest, carried on the same for three years longer. Nov. 19, 1847, he was married to Mary E. Shank, born Oct. 25, 1841, in Guilford Township, whose parents were Michael and Polly E. (Wideman) Shank (who was a daughter of John Wideman). Mrs. Wideman was of a family of three children, who were Henry and Mary E., both deceased, she being the sole survivor of the children. Her father died when she was young ; her mother has since married and now resides in Michigan. Since Mr. Wideman abandoned the anvil and forge, and entered the marriage relation, he has made several changes, and, though contrary to the adage that "the rolling stone gathers no moss," his several changes have resulted favorably to himself in a financial manuer. His first removal from the home farm was to Chatham, where he purchased 71 acres - which was settled by one Blake - which he left after a residence of three years, and returned to the old farm, remaining a short time, then removed to Westfield, purchasing a farm in the northern part, south of Chippewa Lake, where he lived until he removed back to Guilford, and was engaged in running a saw-mill for two years; then sold out and bought the William Shook farm, which he owned three years, then sold and in the spring of 1870, moved to his present place of residence, his farm, a tract which was settled by George Wallace, consisting of 125 acres. Mr. Wideman is one of the township's best citizens ; is esteemed and highly respected by all who know him; is aman of liberal thought and generously disposed to all enterprises, which are calculated to advance the common interests of the people. Of five children born him, but three are living - Bertie M., Flora Dell and Harrison Blake. J. L. WIDEMAN, farmer; P. O. Medina; born in Guilford Township, Feb. 17, 1840; the second of a family of five children, all of whom attained the years of manhood and womanhood. The parents of the above were Philip and Elizabeth (Lance) Wideman. His father was named Philip, whose father was a native of Germany, and emigrated to the United States in the latter part of the last century. The father of our subject was born in Canada, near Toronto ; was of a numerous family, fourteen veing the number born, twelve came to maturity. The family left Canada and came to this county when it was new, the grandfather of John L. making a settlement in Guilford when his son Phillip was young, who made a commencement in that township, where three of thechildren were born, viz., Sarah A., Mrs. J. H. Johnson, of this township; John, L. and Mary E., Mrs. J. J. Lance, of Chatham. About 1845, the family moved to Chatham, where William H., and Lorinda (Mrs. James Boyce) were born. Philip Wideman died October, 1850 ; his wife survived him until Aug. 15, 1868. John was a lad of 10 years when his father died. His mother subsequently married Philip Long, and with them the children lived until coming to mature years. John L. was brought up to farming, which business he turned his attention to as soon as he became his own master. Jan. 2, 1862, he was married to Laura Young, who was born March 18, 1841, in Strongsville, Cuyahoga Co., Ohio, whose parents were Alva and Lucretia (Thompson)

Young; both were natives of Vermont, and came to Chatham over forty years ago, and were the authors of eight children. After Mr. Wideman was married, he remained on the home farm. Remained in that township until 1871, when he moved to his present location in the extreme northwest corner of this township, where four townships meet, Litchfield, York, La Fayette and Chatham. Mr. Wideman bas a good farm of 111 acres, a successful farmer, and the father of four interesting daughters, whose names are Ida J., Edith A., Bertha M. and Amy L. Mrs. Wideman is a member of the U. B. Church.

G. W. WALTZ, farmer; P. O. Whittlesey ; born July 3, 1829, in Alleghany Co., Md., the fourth of a family of six children who were born to George R. and Catharine (Houser) Waltz. George R. was born in Maryland, and was a son of John. Catharine Houser was a daughter of David Houser. John Waltz, the grandfather of G. W., was a native of Germany, and emigrated to this country, locating in the Middle States. George R. Waltz emigrated West with his family to Wayne Co. in this

State, landing Oct. 20, 1835, remaining there during the winter, and located in this township in the spring following, where he had previously purchased 110 acres, on Lot 10, in the northwest part of the township, which was unimproved, and which cost him $5 per acre. He had built him a cabin previous to his moving his family ; the cabin was standing amidst the forest, just enough trees cut to admit standing-room for the cabin. When they drove the wagon in loaded with the family, it had to be backed out the same course it was admitted. At this time, our subject, G. W., was a lad of 7 years. Of the family now living, of his brothers and sisters, are Mary A., now Mrs. S. Wares; Sevilla, the wife of Peter Bowman; Eliza, now Mrs. W. E. Moulton ; and Catharine, now Mrs. John L. Waltz - all residents of this township. George R., the father of G. W., remained upon the farm as long as he lived, as did his worthy companion. Both were members of the United Brethren Church, he being one of the first members of that society, being a member before the organization of the church, and gave liberally toward its support, donating the ground for the church and cemetery, and was a man highly esteemed in the community as an upright man and consistent Christian.

His death occurred Sept. 3, 1854 ; that of his wife Nov. 22,1875. George W. left home at 21 and hired out by the month, working five years in succession for one man in Litchfield. Jan. 3, 1855, he was married to Mary Anr Bowman, who was born Dec. 6, 1835, in Chippewa Township, Wayne Co., this State; she was a daughter of John and Sarah (Traxler) Bowman; he was born in Cumberland Co., Penn., Nov. 11, 1808, she Jan. 5, 1810; they were married Dec. 18, 1828. Their deaths occurred as follows: His decease was Aug. 7, 1865 ; his wife's, Dec. 22,1876. To them were born a family of twelve children, seven of whom are living. The parents of the above were members of the Christian Church for many years prior to their death. For twelve years after G. W. was married, he lived on the home farm ; he came to the farm he now owns, in 1869, and has since remained. Mr. Waltz, during the late war, was among the number who volunteered their services in the defense of their country's tlag, leaving his home and family to battle for the maintenance of the principles similar to those for which our forefathers contended. He enlisted, Sept. 22, 1861, in Co. B, 42d O. V. L,as private, receiving the rank of Sergeant by promotion afterward. He participated in the first battle of Vicksburg, Middle Creek, Arkansas Post, rear of Vicksburg, Jackson, Miss., and other engagements of a minor character; with the exception of a slight wound in the hand, he came through sound in body and limb, after serving out his three years' term of enlistment. Since his return home, he has been engaged in farming. He has a farm of 76 acres, upon which he has erected, since his purchase, substantial improvements in the way of buildings. He and wife are both members of the Christian Church at La Fayette Center, of which he is a Deacon, he having been a member of this order for twentyfive years. They have three children - George P., Effie, Dora and Rhoda Irene.