Polk Township (part 2 of 3)

Source changes here: from History of Crawford County and Ohio, by Perrin, William Henry, [from Old Catalog] Comp, published 1881; 16,001 words in this source stream.

Polk Township

JOHN C. BELTZ, farmer; P. O. Gallon. Mr. Beltz was born in Center Co., Penn., April 19, 1823. He is a son of Christopher and Elizabeth (Wetzel) Beltz. His father was born in Philadelphia, Penn., July 8, 1791, and his mother in Dauphin Co., Penn., in August, 1789. They came to Crawford Co., in 1829, and located where Gallon now stands, and, in the spring of 1880, purchased 160 acres of land of John Brown, Avhere their son John now resides, paying $450 for it. Christopher Beltz died in September, 1858, but his wife is still living with her son. She is over 90 years old; is the oldest person in the township, and, although at such an advanced age, she is hale and hearty, and in possession of all her faculties, being troubled with only a slight deafness. The subject of this biography worked on his father's farm until he was 22 years old, and, April 18, 1815, he was married to Miss Haney Reed, daiighter of David and Elizabeth Reed, of Polk Township. For three years he lived on his mother-in-law's farm, and, in 1850, went to Indiana, but only remained there a few months. Returning to Polk Township, he bought 60 acres of land of Samuel Geltman, and farmed it for live years, when he sold to John Waters, and rented one year of the Johnsons - on the Plains. He then moved to near Leesville, and bought, in partnership with his brother Ellas, a mill property, consisting of grist and saw mill, for $4,500. They improved the grist-mill by putting in steam-power, and ran the mill for two years, when they sold to John Whitman and Adam Heller. In 1861, he moved back to Polk Township, and bought out the heirs of his father's old farm, and has since resided upon it. The farm at jiresent consists of 158 acres of fine improved land, located a few miles from Gallon, on the Bucyrus road. He has improved the property by new buildings, draining the land until it is a valuable and desirable piece of real estate. He has six children living - Sarah J.,

Jemima J., William M., Alonzo P., Elizabeth and Haney M., and five deceased - Ellas, Wllliard J., Elizabeth G. and two infants. Mr. Beltz, wife and family, are all members of the English Lutheran Church. He is a prominent and energetic member of the Democratic party, and takes an active and deep Interest in the afiairs of the county management. He is at present serving a term as Township Trustee.

JOHN BLYTH, baggage-master, C, C, C. & I. R. R., Gallon; was born in Kirkcaldy, County of Fife, Scotland, Aug. 22, 1841. At the age of 14 he emigrated to Cornwall, Canada West. He came to Gallon in 1863, and worked on the construction of the A. & G. W. R. R. In December, 1863, he enlisted in the 3 2d O. V. I., Company B, and was in service until he was wounded, in front of Atlanta, July 22,

1865, in consequence of the wound. Returning to Gallon, he again entered into the employ of the A. & G. W. R. R., and remained with that company until 1868, when he engaged with the C, C, C. & I. R. R. as baggagemaster at Gallon. He was married, in 1868, to Miss Louisa C. Wittibslager, daughter of Jacob and Hannah Wittibslager, of Polk Township. She was born in Buffalo, N. Y., May 29, 1849. They have four children living - Lester W., Thomas O., Bertha A., and Edith J. ; also one deceased, George L. His mother, Margaret Blyth, emigrated to this country in 1867, and is still living with him; she was born in the county of Fife, Scotland, Aug. 17, 1817. Mr. Blyth has always taken an active interest in the educational affairs of Gallon, and is one of the School Directors at the present time. He is a member of Gallon Lodge, No. 414, F. & A. M. He was elected Master of this body in 1873, and has held the office up to the present time; he is also a charter member of Crawford Chapter, a charter member

A. M. BROWN, foreman machine shops, N. Y., P. & O. R. R., Galion. Mi-. Brown was born in Essex Co., Mass., May 19, 1833. His early life, up to 19 years of age, was sj)ent in Massachusetts. He learned his trade as machinist at Andover, Mass., and from there, in 1852, went to Dunkirk, N. Y., remaining there but six months, when he went to Toronto, Canada, working at his trade there for a short time. In 1853, he went to Marion, Ohio, and engaged with the C, C, C. & I. R. R., working there until the shops were moved to Galion, in 1854, when he came there and I'emained in the shops until June, 1861, when he went to Ft. "VVayne, and M'orked for the Pennsylvania Company, until October, 1864, when he returned to Galion and engaged with the A. & G. W. R. R., and then with the N. Y., P. & O. R. R., and has been with that company up to the present time. He was appointed foreman of the machine shops, in June, 1873, which position he still holds. He was married Nov. 22, 1853, to Miss Nancy Catlier, of Dunkirk N. Y.

JAMES W. COULTER, lawyer. Gallon; was born July 4, 1846, in West Bedford, Coshocton Co. His father, R. M. Coulter, now deceased, was born in Pennsylvania. His mother, who is now living with her son-in-law, O. W. Aldi'ich, L.L. D., Editor of the JlontJdi/ Jurist, at Bloomington, HI., was born and reared in Ireland; her maiden name was Phcebe Greer. The subject of this sketch is a fair type of the " self-made " men, who are the strength and pride of our commonwealth. IVIi". Coulter was educated at Spring Mountain. Coshocton Co., Ohio. By his own personal exertions, he supported himself and paid his way at school, receiving no pecuniary assistance from home. He read law with Hon. A. M. Jackson and Hon. Thomas Beer, of Bucyrus, who is now Judge of the Court of Common Pleas of that district. He was admitted to the bar in 1866, when he immediately located in Galion, and commenced the practice of his profession, in which he has been very actively and successfully engaged since. For four years, he was Prosecuting Attorney of the county; six years a member of the Board of County School Examiners ; also, four years a member of the Board of Education of the Galion union schools, and was President of that board. He has always been a Democrat, but in no sense a partisan politician; is now 33 years of age, unmarried. Mr. Coulter is a thorough bu.siness man, and has been very successful in a pecuniary way; in fact, his judgment and practical ability in this respect are first-class, both in the management of his own interests and in conducting others that may be intrusted to his care. His opinion has much weight with local capitalists, and in point of public spirit he stands in a front rank in the community where he resides; has uniformly seconded his views by liberal investments or donations, and habitually helps to advance the private enterprises of his fellow-citizens, as far as he can consistently with correct business principles. As a lawyer Mr. Coulter is keenly perceptive, incisive, logical and spirited in debate, yet courteous. In religion, he is tolerant, extending the same charity to others that he desires from them. With good health and the greater part of an ordinary lifetime before him, judging from the last decade, it is easy to predict what, in all probability, the future has in store for Mr. Coulter, now one of the successful self-made men of his native State.

C. S. CRIM, banker, Galion. Prominent among the energetic and prosperous business men of Galion, and one worthy of especial mention, is C. S. Crim, banker and capitalist. Ml". Crim was born in Lancaster Co., Penn., in 1820. He is the son of Jacob and Elizabeth (Smith) Crim. His father being a farmer, his early life was spent ujoon the farm, and his education such as the cormnon schools of the times afforded; he also attended select school at Lexington, Ohio. In 1839, Mr. Crim started out in life for himself, as clerk in a dry goods store in Lancaster, Ohio. He received no pecuniary aid from home, and his success in life is due to perseverance and industry, coupled with good judgment and practical ability. In 1843, he removed to Jeromeville, Wayne Co., Ohio, and engaged in the mercantile business for himself, and also ensacred in the same business in Johnsville.

Biographical Sketches

Morrow Co., remaining at the latter place until 1851, when he removed to Gallon, and has since been identihed with numerous enterprises there. In 1854, he started a dry goods store on the corner of Main and Columbus streets, and at the same time engaged in the grain and produce trade, which he is still interested in. In 1864, he established the First National Bank of Gallon, and has been its President ever since. This bank has a capital of $50,000, and does business aggregating several millions yearly. In 18(-)(), in connection with John S. Davis and H. P. Stentz, the Exchange Bank of Monroeville, Huron Co., was organized, and, in December of 18G9, it was changed to a national bank, and is now known as the First National Bank of Monroeville. Mr. Crini is a Director of this bank. He is a Republican, but has never taken an active part in politics, his time being occupied in the management of his numerous business interests. Mr. Crim was married, on April 8, 1858, to Miss Martha R. Casner, of Ohio, who received her education at Oberlin, Ohio. They have four children living - Ollie E., Ella E., Charles S. and Don. Another son, Georgie S., died, Feb. 6, 1880, aged 6 years. He and his wife and daughters belong to the Methodist Church. Mr. Crim, by industry, economy, pluck and fair dealing, has accpiired great wealth, which he uses in a quiet, unostentatious way, to advance every public enterprise that possesses merit. As a man of public spirit, devoted to his family, loyal to his church and his business, he has few equals and no superiors, and presents a bright and shining example to the young men of to-day of what it is possible for them to accomplish by acquiring correct habits and adhering to honest convictions and scrupulous integrity.

T. COSSLON, conductor, Gallon; was born in Springfield, Ohio, in 1854. He has been railroading for the past ten years, and, during that time, had three fingers taken ofif in an accident. At the present time he is running a train on the C, C, C. & I. R. R.

O. S. CULP, livery, Gallon; was bom in Pennsylvania, in 1888, and received a good common-school education, and. in 1854, went into the livery business at Vieat Newton, Westmoreland Co., Penn., and remained there until 1865. He then went to Warren Co., 111., and farmed for five years. At the exjiiration of that time he removed to Cleveland and engaged in the livery business, again remaining there for over six years, when he removed to Gallon, and has been engaged in the livery business up to the present time. He was married in 1854, to Miss Anna F. Carl, of Westmoreland Co., Penn. They have nine children.

P. F. CASE, wholesale hardware, Gallon; was born in New Haven, Hui-on Co., Ohio, in 1848. His parents moved to Vernon Township, Crawford Co., in 1850. His education was limited to country schools. He came to Gallon in 1866, and clerked three years with Roger & Duck, in the hardware business. He began business for himself in 1870, in the retail hardware trade, and, in 1875, he changed from retail to wholesale, and is engaged in that line at the present time (1880). He has just completed one of the largest buildings in the city for the better accommodation of his increasing trade. In 1879, he started a brass band of thirty pieces, named after himself. It is considered one of the best bands in this locality. He was married in 1872, to Dora Monnett, daughter of Dr. Monnett. They have three childi'en - Laiu'a, Frank L. and May. He was a member of the Common Coimcil for two years.

ROBERT COWDEN, Postmaster, Gallon; was born in this county, May 24, 1838, and had the benefits of but a limited education. At the age of 5, death robbed him of his father, and, at 15 years of age, he commenced carpentering as an apprentice, which business he followed on his own accou.nt from the age of 19. By dint of close private study, he prepared himself to teach in the common schools of his time, which he practiced during winters. At 19 years of age he was converted, and joined the United Brethren Church. At 21 he was married to Miss LydiaT., daughter of Daniel Miller, who is also a native of this county. In the spring of 1857, he moved to Franklin Co., Kan., where he worked at his trade, and where, on the organization of the county, he was elected its first County Clerk. About the first of the year 1860, he returned to his native county. On tlie 9tb of September, 1861, lie enlisted as private in Company B, 1st U. S. Mechanic Fnsileers, but on the organization of Company H, which he had aided in recruiting, he was appointed First Lieutenant of that company, but, because of informality in the enlistments, this regiment was mustered out, by order of the Secretary of War, on the 29th of January, 18G2, and he immediately enlisted as private in Company I, 1st 111. Light Artillery. He was rapidly promoted to Corporal, Sergeant and First Sergeant, and, in May, 1802. for meritoi'ious service at the battle of Pittsburg Landing, Tenn., he was commissioned Second Lieutenant. On the 1 Itli of May, 18()8, he was appointed to aid in the organization of the 89tli U. S. Colored Infantry, and was commissioned Major of the regiment, and, on the 18th of May, 1864, was promoted to Lieutenant Colonel. He was in command of the regiment fi'om December, 1863, until its muster-out on on the 31st of January, 186(), at Memphis, Tenn., except while incapacitated by wounds. At the head of his regiment, he received a severe gun-shot wound in his right hip, at the disastrous engagement at Guntown, Miss., on June 10, 1864. from which he has suffered ever since. The principal engagements in which he participated were Pittsburg Landing, Corinth, Vicksbiu'g, Jackson and Guntown. After the war, he became noted as a leader in Sunday-school work, and was Secretary of the Ohio Sabbath School Union six consecutive years, from 1871 to 1877. He has been Secretary of the Sunday School Union of this county ever since its organization, in 1867, till this time (1880). He has also been General Secretary of the United Brethren Sabbath School Association since May, 1877, in which capacity he has traveled over much of the United States, holding Sunday School Nonnal Institutes. His commission as Postmaster in Gallon is dated January 29, 1878, and he entered on his duties on the 4th of March of the same year.

R. W. CHASE, physician. Gallon; was born in Chautauqua Co., N. Y., in 1842. He had the benefit of a good common-school education, and taught school in 1858 and 1859, in Charlotte, Chautauqua Co., N. Y., after which he spent 1861 and 1862 attending college, after which he clerked in a dry goods store in the years 1863, 1864 and 1865. In 1866, he bought a half-interest in a dry goods store in Chautauqua, Chautauqua Co., N. Y., and remained in said business three years, and sold out in 1869, and commenced studying medicine with Dr. D. S. Pickett, of ChautaiKpia, N. Y., and remained one year, and completed his studies with Dr. Fenner, of Fredunia, N. Y. In 1874, he commenced the practice of medicine in Chautauqua, N. Y., where he remained three years, when he went to Bradford and remained three years, and graduated at the Eclectic Medical College, in 1875. He came to Gallon in June, 1880, and is established in practice on West Main street.

S. G. CUMMINGS, attorney, Gallon. Mx. Cummings was born in Crawford Co., Ohio, in October, 1839. In 1861, he commenced to read law with Bartly & Johnston, of Mansfield, Ohio, and remained with them until 1864. He was admitted to the bar in January, 1864, at Columbus, Ohio, when, in April, 1864, he went to Montana, and engaged in gulch-mining until 1866, and was successful, and then came to Gallon, Ohio, and commenced to practice law there in 1867. He was elected Prosecutor of Crawford Co., Ohio, in 1873, and again in 1875, and served four yeai's. He has been elected several times a member of the School Board and Council, and is a member of both at the present time. Is also a member of the fii'm of Cummings & Meuser, attorneys at law, who have a good practice. He married Miss Sarah G. Ruhl, of Gallon, Ohio, in January, 1867, and has one son.

HERBERT DECROW; physician. Gallon, was born in Licking Co., Ohio, in 1846, and received a good education at the union school at Johnstown, Ohio, and at Dennison University, at Granville, Ohio; he lived on a farm until 20 years of age, and when not at school canvassed for books. In 1867, went to Quincy, 111., with Dr. Decrow, dentist, and worked in his ofiice, and studied medicine with Dr. Baker, and remained there three years, when he came home and traveled sixteen months for the Austin Powder Company, of Cleveland, Ohio. He then taught school and read medicine under Drs. Stinson & Williams, of Alexandx'ia, Ohio, until the fall of 1873, when he went to Cincinnati, Ohio, and attended lectiu'es at the Eclectic Medical Institute, and graduated in the spring, having attended his lirst course in 18(3U and 1870, in Jefferson Medical Institute, and Pennsylvania Dental College at Philadelphia. He commenced the practice of medicine at Utica, Licking Co., Ohio, March 1, 1874, and remained there until April 1, 1880; he then moved to Galion, Ohio, and has established a first-class practice, bei/ig very successful. He was married to Lucy A. Holmes, of Brownsville, Licking Co., Ohio, and has three boys.

THOMAS C. DAVIS, grocer, Gallon; was born in that portion of Richland Co. which is now Morrow Co., in October, 1837, and remained there until 1861. He then enlisted in Company C, 15th O. V. I., and served four years and four months. He served two years as private, then was commissioned as First Lieutenant, and afterward as Captain. He returned from the army in March, 18(36, and commenced the grocery and daily market business at 26 West Main street. Gallon, Ohio, where he is still in business. On his return from the army he mairied Angeline Rinehart, daughter of John and Catharine Rinehart.

JOHN D. DeGOLLEY, attorney, Gallon, was born in Washington Co., Md., May 26, 1850, and received his education at the Quincy Academy, of Franklin Co., Penn. In 1868, he commenced reading law with D. Watson Rowe (Judge of Court of Common Pleas), and took a three years' coui'se, and was admitted to the bar at Chambersburg in 1871. He came to Gallon, Ohio, May 27, 1874, and was admitted to the bar at Columbus, Ohio, Jujie 6, 1876, and has been practicing law in Gallon, Ohio, ever since. He was elected the first City Solicitor of Gallon, in April, 187U. He was married in October, 1878, to Miss Anna M. Parsons, of Gallon, Ohio, and has one son.

REV. E. P. ELCOCK, Pastor Presbyterian Chiu-cli, Gallon; was born in Covington, Miami Co., Ohio, Aug. 20, 1847. His education was commenced at home, his mother having been a teacher in the pul)lic schools at Dayton, Ohio, before her marriage. He commenced the study of Latin at the age of 7 years, assisted by his father. Rev. Thomas Elcock; also attended public school at Van Wert, Ohio, and Decatur, Ind. He was also sent to Vermillion Institute, Ashland Co., Ohio, remaining there about three years. At times, during his attendance there, he taught school at various places, having at one time a select school in Decatiu', Ind., of 125 pupils. From Vermill ion Institute he went to Cannonsburg, Penn., attending Washington and Jefferson College, graduating in 1869. After spending three years at Theological Seminary at Princeton, N. Y., he was installed as Pastor of the First Presbyterian Church at Port Deposit, Md., on May 7, 1872. He remained there fifteen months, and then went to Bridgeville, Del., remaining there nearly three years. He came to Gallon in August, 1875, and has been Pastor of the First Presbyterian Church vip to the present time.

JAMES H. GREEN, bank cashier. Gallon; son of Aaron and Nancy Green, he of Pennsylvania, she of Tennessee. He was born March 4, 1834, at Norton, Delaware Co., Ohio, and during his youth attended the common schools of his neighborhood, and in 1850 he went to Cardington, Morrow Co., and clei'ked in a hardware store until 1856, when he went to Mt. Gilead, and carried on the merchanttailoring business until 1861. He enlisted in Co. B, 43d O. V. I., and served three years and a half, then went to Cardington, Ohio, for two years, as Assistant Cashier of the First National Bank. In August, 1866, he came to Galion, Ohio, and has been Cashier of the Citizens' Bank and Citizens' National Bank up to the present time. He owns and superintends four farms and two stone quarries, and a wholesale oil and varnish jobbing house. He was married to Miss Lola H. McLain, of Gallon, Ohio, and has four children.

JOSEPH S. GRAVER, hotel. Gallon; was born in Philadelphia, Penn., in 1844, and had the benefit of a good common-school education. He commenced to learn the butcher's trade in 1854, and stayed at that one year, then worked in a morocco manufactory until 1859, when he started a milk-wagon, and ran that until 1861. He then enlisted in Company F, 8d Penn. V. C, and remained three years, and came home in 1864, and went to

Alliance, Ohio, to work for the P., F. W. & C. R. R., in 1SG5, after that going to Philadelphia, and remaining eighteen months. He returned to Alliance, Ohio, in 1867, and commenced railroading as conductor until 1872. In 1873, he went back to Philadelphia and to New York City, then to Savannah, Ga., in the hide business, for three months. He then traveled extensively thi'ough the Southern and Western States, to Cincinnati, Ohio, and Pittsburgh, Ft. Wayne, Lafayette, Ind., Toledo, Ohio, Mansfield, Ohio, then in the fall of 1873, he came to Gallon, Ohio, and commenced with the A. & G. W. R. R., and left in the spring of 1874 and went to work for the C, C, C. & I. R. R., and remained there until August, 1879, when he took the National House, near the depot of the N. Y., P. & O. R. R., and is still there. He was married to Minnie Scott Mathews, of Allegheny City, Penn., Aug. 20, 1872, and has two children living and two dead.

ASA HOSFORD, miller and farmer; P. O. Gallon. Among the early settlers of this county, and one worthy of special mention, is Asa Hosford, the subject of this sketch. He was born in Richfield, Mass., m 1799. At the age of 6 years, his parents removed from Litchfield, Conn., to Jefferson Co., N. Y., and located upon a farm, remaining there for fourteen years, when they again removed to Ontario Co., N. Y., remaining there for four years. Mr. Hosford then being of age, and having a strong desire to see Ohio, he, in company with his brother Horace, started upon a tour. They came to Cleveland upon the first steamboat upon the Lakes, and then started for the interior of Ohio on foot. This was in the fall of 1819. Mr. Hosford remained in Huron Co. all winter, and in the spring was joined by his parents, who located in what is now Crawford Co. Mr. Husford worked for several years to get his first $U)0, when he entered 80 acres of land near Gallon. In 1824, he opened the first hotel in the neighborhood. It was located somewhere in the present site of Gallon, and for eight years was the proprietor. He finally sold the hotel property to Ruhl for $000, and invested this money in 43 acres of land, which was situated where the heart of Gallon is to-day. It was the intention of Mr. Hosford to lay out a town. Ruhl also had the same intentions, and finally bought the 43 acres of Mr. Hosford. He then, in 1832, bought the mill property in Polk Township, where he still resides, building a mill which is in operation to-day. He was married in 1825, to Miss Alta Kent, of Bucyrus. They have three childi-en living - Rebecca, Eri and Stephen. Mr. Hosford has been honored by many oifices of trust by his friends, and in all has discharged them with ability and honor. His connection with the railroad, in which he deserves great credit, appears in the history of Gallon.

J. R. HOMER, foundry and machine shop, Gallon; is the present Mayor of Gallon, Ohio. Although a Republican in a Democratic community, he was elected by twenty-five majority. He was born in Monson, Me., April 7, 1833. He attended the common schools and also an academy two terms. He worked on a farm when not at school until he was 21 years of age, and afterward served his time in a foundry at Gallon, Ohio, and worked five years as journeyman, and also as foreman three years. In 1802, he enlisted in Company E, 101st O. V. I., and served three years in all the offices except Orderly Sergeant up to First Lieutenant, and came home in 1805, and took a position as foreman in a foundiy for two years. He then bought a half-interest in a foundiy and machine shop, known as the Galion Machine Works. He has served several terms as a member of the Council, and has been President of the School Board, and has been Director of a building association through its full term. He was maiTled to Jane E. Nave, of Gallon, and has one son, who works in the machine shop, and one daughter, who teaches in the public school at Gallon, Ohio.

J. W. HOLMES. The subject of this sketch, whose portrait a})pears in this work, was born Sept. 13, 1821, at Dulton, Mass. When 18 months old, his father, Joseph Holmes, was called to England. He was lost at sea while on his return to his family, which left the son with no other care but his mother. He was taken in charge by different ones, and when 10 years old was }nit on a farm until 16 years of age, when he was bound an apprentice to the cabinet-making trade, serving his time until the age of 21 years; he then commenced business for himself. In 1850, he was burnt out, by which means he lost his wife and all his property, leaving him destitute. At this time he went to Bridgeport, and entered into a contract, with fifteen others, to go South to assist in piitting the rolling stock upon the Alabama & Tennessee River R. R. (now the S9lma,Rome & Dalton R. R.). From there he returned and entered the employ of the N. Y. C. R. R., in May, 1852, and continued in said business at Rochester, N. Y., and Niagara Falls, being in charge of the car department until Jiine, 1862, at which time he commenced to raise a company for active service in the 129th N. Y. V. I., under command of Col. P. A. Porter; mustered into the United States service Aug. 22, 1862, and marched to the city of Baltimore, where the regiment was put in the defense of Baltimore and vicinity. In December, 1862, the regiment was changed from 12Uth V. I. to the 8th N. Y. Heavy Artillery, and recruited up to a regiment of 1,900 officers and men, and continued in the military duties of the Middle Department until July 2, 1808, whan they were ordered to Maryland Heights, opposite Harper's Ferry, to protect the rear of the army at Gettysburg. On the 1st of September, he was ordered back into the defenses of Baltimore, and detailed as Provost Marshal of Fort McHenry, in charge of all Union and confederate prisoners at that point, and intimately connected with the secret service, which contributed so much to the success of our arms. In May, 1864, was relieved from the duties of Provost Marshal, for the pui'pose of accompanying the regiment to the front, joining the army at Spottsylvania Court House, on the 18th of May, 1864, with 1,900 men assigned to the 2d Corps, 2d Division, commanded by Gen. Tyler. On the 19th, participated in the repulsing of an attack in force by Ewell's Corps; on the 23d and 24th, in the engagement of North Anna ; on the 80th and 81st, at Cold Harbor; June 8, made a charge on the enemy's works, in which 600 men of the regiment were killed and wounded; crossed the James on the 15th of June; assaulted the Confederate works before Petersburg, on the evening of June 16; supported an assault on the 18th, at which time, for gallant conduct, was promoted to Major, he having acted as such since June 3. On the 22d, assaulted and captured works held by the Confederate forces. From this time, the regiment was employed on breast-works, fortifications, and covered ways, until Jul/ 26; ordered to the north side of James River, and participated in the assaults on the enemy's lines at Deep Bottom, capturing their outer works; also participated in severe fighting at Deep Bottom, Aug. 12. On Aug. 25, in a severe engagement at Ream's Station, on the 26th, being in command of the regiment, which when mustered, but 5 officers and 110 men reported for duty, thus showing the effects of severe duties which they had performed, and the loss which they had sustained since joining the army at S^iottsylvania, on the 18th of May. At this time, the regiment was given a short rest, which was improved in receiving recruits, and the return of men from hospital, at which time he was promoted to Lieutenant Colonel. The regiment was again put on active duty, and participated in all the engagem3nts until the surrender of Lee's forces, April 9, 1865. In June, 1865, was ordered to Rochester, N. Y., with his regiment, and mustered out of the service of the United States and returned to peaceful pursuits of life. In August, 1865, entered the service of the A. & G. W. R. R., at Kent, Ohio. In September, the same year, promoted to the position of Superintendent of car repairs at Gallon, Crawford Co., Ohio, at which place he now resides, where he has been intimately connected with the Masonic and other kindred organizations, having, in 1850, became a Master Mason; in 1856, a Royal Arch Mason; received the degrees of Royal and Select Masters, and dubbed and created a Knight of the Red Cross, Knight Templar and Knight of Malta. Since living in Gallon, he has been intimately connected with the organization of Gallon Lodge, No. 414, A., F. & A. M. ; Crawford Chapter, No. 142, R. A. M.; Mansfield Commandery of Knights Templar, No. 21, and now 32d degree member of Ohio Consistory, A. & A. S. Rite, at Cincinnati; to mutual insurance organizations, a goodly portion of his attention has been given, being foremost in the organization of Mutual Lodge, No. 32, K. of H. ; G-alion Council, No. 20, R. A. ; was prominent in the formation of the Grand Lodge, K. of H., of Ohio. July 29, 1875, and was elected its first Grand Dictator; also, the Grand Council of the R. A. of Ohio, April 4, 1878, and was elected, at its second session. Grand Regent. In all of the above organizations, he has done his full pro2:)ortion of the work to make each a success.

G. L. JOHNSTON, foreman building and bridge department, C, C, C. & I. R. R., Gallon. In the carpenter and wood-work department of the C, C, C. & I. R. R. shops, we find Mr. G. L. Johnston, as Foreman and Superintendent. He was born in Knox Co., Ohio, in 1811, and when a youth learned the carpenter's trade. In November, 1875, he entered the employ of the C, C, C. & I. R. R., at Shelby, and, in 1878, was called by that company to Gallon, to assume his present position. He has the entire supervision of the construction of buildings, bridges, freight trucks, etc. He was married in 18G9, to Miss Polly E Hayes, at Mount Gilead. Thev have two children - Wilbiir H. and Ralph P

HENRY KAEMPHER, Priest, Gallon. The grandparents of Father Kaempher were French, and emigrated toWestphalia at the time of the first French Revolution. He was born in Westphalia in December. 1848, and graduated with honors at the University of Munster. He is also a graduate of the College of Rheine, and studied in the college nine years, and in the university four years. He came to Cleveland, Ohio, in 1874, and went to Putnam Co., Ohio, and remained three years, and in April, 1878, he came to Gallon, Ohio, and took charge of the two Catholic Churches there, and is building up good congregations in each.

DR. HIRAM R. KELLEY, M. D., Gallon; was born in Northumberland Co., Penn., on the 7th of February, 1835. He attended the common schools until 13 years of age, when he entered a store and served two years as junior clerk. In 1851, he began teaching school, continuing until 1853, when ho left Pennsylvania and removed to Ohio, settling in Perry Township, Morrow Co. He re.sumed his occupation as school-teacher for a year. In 1854, having resolved to become a physician, he attended the Ohio Wesleyan University at Delaware, and engaged in study until 1856, when he attended a full course of medical lectures at Cincinnati. He commenced the practice of medicine at West Point, Morrow Co., Ohio, remaining there until 1805, when, going to Columbus, he attended a full course at Starling Meilical College, and graduated there. Returning to West Point, he resumed practice there until the spring of 1870, when he removed to Gallon, and has since been in active practice there. For upward of twelve years, he has been a member of the State Medical College, and siu'geon of the A. & G. W. R. R., now N. Y., P. & O. R. R.; for eight years, has also been appointed sui'geon for the C, C, C. & I. R. R. In May, 1878, he was a])pointed Trustee of the Girls' Industrial Home, at Delawai'e, Ohio. Since 1873, he has been a member of the Gallon Board of Education. Although enjoying an enviable reputation as a physician, his greatest success has been in surgery, having performed several difficult major operations successfully. He was married in 1858, to Miss Matilda Emma Keech, of Chester Co., Penn. They have one son - J. Webster Ivellev.

DR. J. WEBSTER KELLEY, M. D., Galion; was born at West Point, Morrow Co., Ohio, in 1859. He graduated at the High School, Gallon, and, having resolved to become a physician, he attended Dennison University, and afterward the Ohio Wesleyan University, at Delaware, Ohio. From there he went to Starling Medical College, Columbus, Ohio, and while there carried off the "Surgeon's prize," in 1878. He then entered the office of Prof. Pooley, Professor of Sm-gery at Starlincp, and afterward went to Bellevue Hospital, N. Y., and graduated in March, 1880. He then returned to Gallon, and entered into partnership with his father, and is now in practice there. He was man-led, Aug. 26, 1880, to Miss Ella E. Crim, daughter of C. S. Crim, President of First National Bank. Since his i-eturn to Gallon, Dr. Kelley has reported several articles to medical joiirnals in New York and Columbus.

emigrated to America in 1849, locating at Sandusky City, Ohio. He attended the Heidelberg College and Seminary at Tiffin, Ohio, graduating in 1S54, and entered the ministry of the German Reformed Church. He served at a number of missionary points, and at five difierent preaching charges in Sandusky Co., Ohio. Receiving a call from the St. John German Reformed Church of Fort Wayne, Ind., he removed there, and remained as Pastor until 1SG8, when he was called to a professorship at the church seminary at Sheboygan, Wis. Served two years there, but, on account of the climate, he resigned, and accepted a call as Pastor of Fii'st German Reformed Church of Louisville, remaining there until 1878, when he removed to Gallon, and is now located there as Pastor of German Reformed Church. Since coming there, he has added tifty-seven members to the church. He was married in 1854, to Catharine Weis, of Tiffin, Ohio. They have four children - Emily L., Caroline C, Catharine H. and Charles D.

ROBERT LAIRD, foreman boiler shops, N. Y., P. & O. R. R., Gallon. Mr. Laird was born in Glasgow, Scotland, in 1841. His parents emigrated to this country when he was 8 years old, locating at Mount Savage, Md. In 1855, he went to work for the B. & O. R. R., at Piedmont, W. Va., and remained with that company until 1862, when he came to Zanesville, Ohio, and engaged with the Central Ohio R. R., working at his trade of boiler-making. In 1864, he enlisted as a 100- day man in the 159th O. S. V. I. After serving his time, he returned to Zanesville, and was married to Miss Jennie Mcintosh, Dec. 2y, 1864. He then went to Cincinnati, and for nearly three years worked at his trade for the C, H. & D. R. R. He came to Gallon in 1867, and worked at his trade for the C, C, C. & I. R. R., until January, 1870, when he engaged with the A. & G. W. R. R., now the N. Y., P. & O. R. R., and has been with that company ever since, as Superintendent of the boiler shops. He resided for three years at Kent, where the principal shops of this company were located, but, on their removal to Gallon, has made his home there. He has one child - John. JMi-. Laird is a member of

HENRY LAUGHBAUM, farmer; P. O. Gallon. Mr. Laughbaum was born in Richland Co., Ohio, in 1828. He is the son of Solomon and Margaret (Heist) Laughbaum, natives of Pennsylvania, both being born near Lancaster. When Henry was a youth, his father bought 20 acres of land in Jefferson Township, Crawford Co., and then was stricken down by disease from which he never recovered, but lingered along for years, a helpless invalid. This threw the support of the family upon the boys, and their early life was one of extreme toil. He maiTied Miss Nancy Pfeiffer, daughter of Peter Pfeiffer, in 1849. She was born in Cincinnati, Ohio, June, 1832, and, at the time of her marriage, was an orphan. Mr. Laughbaum's business at this time, until 1865, was running a saw-mill in Whetstone Township. In 1 865, he bought 80 acres of land, in Polk Township, where he now resides. Since that time he has added 20 acres more to the original purchase, and has improved it in buildings, fences, etc., u.ntil to-day it is one of the most valualtle pieces of land in the township. In the summer of 1880, he built a new and elegant residence, which adds much to the value of his property. His farm lies a few miles northwest of Gallon, and, as Mr. Laughbaum devotes his time exclusively to the improvement and cultivation of his land, he will have a home, in time, second to none in the county. During his residence in Whetstone Township, he served four years as Constable, seven years as Township Clerk, and one year as Township Titistee. Mr. and Mrs. Laughbaum have tenchildi'en - Ellas W., Aaron H., Sarah J., Louisa C, Melissa B., Otterbine F., Deborah E., Maransa C, Horatio T. and Weston S. Aaron H. is married to Ellen Shumaker, and they are living in Sandusky Township; Sarah J. is married to William O. Shumaker, residing in Polk Township.

M. MANLEY, Superintendent of Public Schools, Gallon; was born in 1841, at New Salem, Fairfield Co., Ohio. His parents were of Scotch and English descent. In 1848, they moved to New Lexington, Perry Co. He attended the public schools there until 1854, when he removed back to Fairfield Co., and entered Fairfield Academy in IS 57. He taught school during the winters and attended the academy during the spring and fall until 1800, when he entered as freshman in the classical course of the Ohio Wesleyan University, at Delaware, Ohio, teaching school to pay his tuition while there. He graduated in ISGO, and took charge of the north district of the union school at Lancaster, Ohio; resigned at the expiration of one year, on account of failing health, and accepted the agency of Appleton & Co.'s school books, until 1S70. He had charge of Carroll School, in Fairfield Co., until 1872; was Principal of the high school of Lancaster until 1874, when he came to Gallon, and was Principal of the high school one year, and, since that time, has been Superintendent of public schools, being elected to serve until 1888. Prof. Manley served two years in the army, in the 17th and 146th O. V. I. He is a Mason, and a member of the Knights of Honor.

JACOB G. MEUSER, lawyer. Gallon. Prominent among the leading men of Crawford Co. and of Central Ohio, is J. G. Meuser. He was born on April 4, 1844, in Sandusky Township, Richland Co., within a few miles of Gallon, and is the son of Peter F. and Katherine (Swayne) Meuser. His early life was passed upon a farm. He received a good education, commencing with the common schools, and finishing at Capital University, of Columbus, Ohio, after which he taught school from 1864 to 1870. After determining to make the practice of law his profession, he entered the office of S. G. Cummings, of Galion, and commenced reading. He was admitted to the bar by the Supreme Court of Ohio, in 1872, and has been engaged in this profession, in partnership with S. G. Cummings, up to the present time. Politically, IVL*. Meuser is a Democrat, and has always taken a deep interest in the affairs of his party, being considered one of its leaders in Ohio. Among the nu.merous offices which Mr. Meuser has held, we may mention the following: In April, 1874, he was elected Mayor of Gallon, and, in 1875, he was chosen to represent his district in tbe State Legislature. In 1877, he was re-elected, and, during the latter term, was Chairman of the Judiciary Committee, the Committee on Rules, and of the committee to revise and consolidate the statutes. In 1879, he was employed by the State to edit the present Revised Statutes of Ohio. Mr. Meuser is also one of the proprietors and the editor of the Gallon In qui re/-, one of the leading Democratic organs in Central Ohio. Socially, he is humorous, genial and agreeable. Possessing great executive ability, and endowed with perseverance, energy and industry, Mr. Meuser is to-day one of the rising young men of his native State.

DAVID MACKEY, architect and builder, Gallon; was born in Franklin Co., Penn., April 3, 1835. His parents removed to Ohio when he was 8 years old, locating in Muskingum Co. He attended the common echools until he was 13 years old, when his parents moved to Crawford Co., Polk Township, in 1848. His father was a carpenter and builder, and David assisted him in that business until he was 21 years of age, when he commenced taking lessons in drawing and architecture. In 1854 or 1855, he entered the car department of the Indiana Division of the C, C, C. & I. R. R., and worked in that department for twelve years, since which time he has been in business for himself as an architect and builder. In 1878, he erected Mackey's Block, and is also the builder of the Citizens' National Bank, and a large portion of the best buildings in Gallon. He was married in 1854, to Miss Sarah L. Traul, of Gallon. They have two children living - Mattie and Sadie. Mr. Mackey has been a member of Common Council for two terms before the city was incorporated, and is now serving his second term. He was a Director in the old Gallon Building Company, and is now President of the Citizens' Building Company. IMr. Mackey and wife are members of Presbyterian Church.

O. N. MONROE, foreman carpenter department, N. Y., P. & O. R. R., Gallon; was born in Medina Co., Ohio, in August, 1831. His father was a farmer, and his early life was passed upon a farm, until, at the age of 17, he went to learn the carpenter's trade in Lorain Co. After three years in that county, he went to Huron Co., and went to contracting for himself. Wliile there, he engaged with the

Lake Shore R. R. Company, and worked in their shops at Norwalk for thirteen years, and was foreman of the shops for ten years. In August, 1869, he engaged with the A. & G. W. R. R., and went to work for that company at their shops at Kent, Ohio. In December, 1801), the shops were removed to Galion. and he has, since that time, made his home there. He has been foreman of his department ever since his connection with the road. He was married, Dec. 6, 1853, to Miss Julia Petteys, of Huron Co. They have four children - Albert W., Eugene A., Orin N., Jr., and Beele.

J. C. MoILYAIN, M. D., Galion; was born in Mansiield, Ohio, March 23, 1845. He attended select schools until the inauguration of the public schools, which he attended u.ntil 14 years of age. He then, through the influence of John Sherman, member of Congress, received an appointment as cadet to West Point or Annapolis. He selected Annapolis, but was rejected on his physical examination, on -account of a crippled arm. Through the influence of Secretary of the Navy Toucey, he was passed, however, and remained in the navy two years, on the frigate Constitution, when he resigned, and entered the 120th O. V. I. Served in Grant's 13th Corps, and was with Sherman all thi'ouo^h the sieore of Vicksburg. "WTiile with Banks' expedition, up the Red River, he was taken j^risoner, and lay thirteen months in rebel prisons in the interior of Texas. He was mustered out late in 18(35, and suffered severely for a year, from the effects of prison confinement. After regaining health, he went to Michigan and served six years as civil engineer. He commenced the study of medicine in ISGD, and graduated in 1872, at the University of Michigan, Ann Ai'bor. First commenced practice near Lansing, Mich.; practiced also in the lumber regions and at Grand Rapids, ISIich. Came to Galion in the fall of 1878, and is now engaged in active practice there.

W. A. McKEAN, foreman car department, C, C, C. & I. R. R., Galion. Among the ofiicials of the C, C, C. & L R. R., is Mr. W. A. McKean, superintendent of the car department. He is a native of Ohio, and was born in Holmes Co., in 1837. He came to Galion in 1858, and worked at cabinet-making for four years. He then entered the employ of the above-mentioned railroad, and has been connected with that road ever since. In October, 1879, he was appointed foreman and superintendent of the car dej)artment, which position he still holds.

HENRY ROISTER, boots and shoes, Galion; was born in Germany, in 1845, and emigrated to this country in 1854, with his parents, and located in Galion. He attended school until 18(32, and then entered the C, C, C. & I. R. R. shops, and worked as carpenter until 186G, when he went to Indianapolis and worked in the railroad shops there. Retiu-ned to the Galion shops in 1871, and worked until 1877. He then went into partnership with C. F. Beck, in the dry goods and boot and shoe trade. In the spring of 188(J, he dissolved partnership, and is now carrying on a boot and shoe store on Main street. He was married, in 1870, to Miss Louisa H. Beck. They have one child - Clara. He is a member of the German Reformed Church.

T. L. PITTON, yard-master, N. Y., P. & O. R. R., Gallon; was born in Canada, in 1845, and his early life, up to 19 years of age, was spent there. He then went to Salamanca, N. Y., and went to work for the A. & G. W. R. R., now the N. Y., P. & O., and has been in the employ of that road up to the present wi'iting. He came to Galion in 1867, and has been yard-master ever since his residence there. He was married to Miss Susanna Rickets, of Galion, in 1869. They have two children - Thomas J. and Minnie. Mr. Pitton is a member of Galion Lodge, No. 414, F. & A. M., and Mutual Lodge, K. of H., No. 32.

WILLIAM PRICE, foreman blacksmith shops, N. Y., P. & O. R. R., Gallon; was born in Breconshire, South Wales, in 1833. He emigrated to America in 1857, and located in Pittsburgh, and worked at his trade there for three years. He then, in 1859, removed to Crestline, and was employed in the Pittsburgh & Fort Wayne railroad shops until 1864, when he removed to Galion, and engaged with the C, C, C. & I. R. R. Co., remaining with them until 1866. He then began 1,o work for the A. & G. W. R. R. Co., now the N. Y., P. & O. R. R., and has been with them up to the present time. In 1867, he was appointed foreman of his department, whicli position he still occupies. He was married in Wales, in 1857, to Miss Hannah Herbert. They have four children living - Thomas, now working in the shops with his father, William, Eliza and Clara I. He is a member of Gallon Lodge, No. 215, I. O. O. F., and has been a member of the Gallon Common Council.

W. C. QUIGLEY, superintendent blacksmith-shops, C, C.,C. & I. R. R., Gallon; was born in Mansfield, Ohio, in 1840, and his early life, until he was 16 years old, was spent in that place. At this time, he came to Galion, and has since made his home there. For a miinber of years he worked at several trades at the C, C, C. & I. R. R. shops, attending schools at intervals in the meantime, until 1862, when he enlisted in the 81st O. S. V. I., and was in active service for three years, with Sherman's army. At the close of the war, he returned to Gallon, and again entered the employ of the C, C, C. & I. R. R., and has been with that company up to the present time. For the past nine years, he has been superintendent of the blacksmith-shops. He is the inventor of a " railway frog and crossing combined," which is used exclusively upon the C, C, C. & I. R. R., and he is also the inventor and patentee of a lawn rake, a most valuable improvement upon any other rake now in use. He was married, in Gallon, to Miss Emma Fague, Aug. 6, 1865. They have two children - Harry N. and Samuel T. He is a member of Gallon Lodge, No. 414, F. & A. M., and, together with his wife, a member of the Methodist Church.

WILLIAM H. RAYMOND, superintendent of stock-yards, C, C, C. & I. R. R., Gallon. Mr. Raymond was born in Shelby, Ohio, in 1848. His father was a cooper by trade, and also followed farming. He remained at home, working upon the farm, xuitil 22 years old, when he went to Crestline, and entered into the employ of the C, C, C. & I. R. R. in the stock-yards there. In 1870, he removed to Gallon, and has since resided there. He is superintendent of the stock yards there, and one of Gallon's most esteemed citizens. He was married in 1872, to Miss Mary Hall, of Crestline. They have two children - Grace and Jessie. Mr. Raymond is a Mason, and is

V. H. REISINGER, dentist, Gallon; was born in Gallon, Ohio, Jan. 31, 1854, and was educated in the Gallon Union School. He went into a drug store a short time, and, at the age of 16 years, commenced to study dentistry with Dr. S. Waggoner, of Gallon, Ohio, and remained with him about three years, and then commenced the study of dentistry in the Bidtimore College of Dental Sm'gery, and continued through two terms, and then removed to Belleville, Richland Co., Ohio, and practiced there in 187(3 and 1877, about nine months. The Baltimore College of Dental Sm-gery having consolidated with the Maryland College of Dental Surgery, he completed his course there, and graduated with honors, March 7, 1878. He then came to Gallon and commenced the practice of his profession in Mackey's Block, Gallon, Ohio, where he is building up a first-class practice. He was married, Jan. 25, 1876, to Miss Amanda Mackey, of Gallon, Ohio, and has two children.

J. P. REISINGER, Notary Public, Gallon; was born in Gallon, in 1849; is a son of the late Dr. Reisinger. He had the advantage of a high-school education, and, at the age of 16 he began the tinner's trade, serving an apprenticeship of three years, and working at his trade for two years, and, during this time, studying book-keeping in the evening. In 1869, he went to Tiffin, and engaged as bookkeeper for William Sullivan, a hardware merchant ; also, was clerk at the Shawhan House, remaining in Tiffin until 1871, when he returned to Gallon, and was clerk at the Central Hotel for a short time. He then engaged with H. D. Lee, in the knitting-machine business, as business agent, having his headqiiarters at York, Penn. Mr. Reisinger traveled over several States in the interest of Mr. Lee. In 1871, he came to Ashland, Ohio, and married Miss Cynthia Mcllvaine, she returning with him to Pennsylvania, and traveled with him, assisting him by operating the machines at fairs, etc. Mr. Reisinger remained with Mr. Lee until 1874, when he removed to Ashland, Ohio, and ran the St. Nicholas restaurant for two seasons. He then purchased, with H. Tucker, the Ohio Publishing Company, wliich proved a bad investment. He then returned to Gallon, in 1870, and is novs^ engaged in the real estate business, and is a Notary Public. Politically, Mr. Reisinger is a Democrat, and takes an active interest in the workings of the party, and is now the Secretary of the Central and Executive Committees of that party in the county. Mr. Reisinger is also Secretary of the Pioneer Association, and was the first Land Appraiser elected by the city.

WILLIAM E. RIBLET, County Treasiu-er; was born in Sandusky Township, Richland Co., in 1885. He attended the common schools of those times. In 1851, he came to Gallon, and worked at the tinner's trade for eight years. He then went to Mansfield, and clerked in the post office until he secured a situation as route agent from Crestline to Indianapolis, on the " Bee Line:" served in this capacity during 1859 and 1860. In 1801, he went into the shoe business in Gallon, and from that to the hardware business in 1802, remaining in that line until 1874, when he sold out and went into real estate. In 1800, he laid a farm out in town lots; it is now called" William Riblet's Addition to Gallon." Mr. Riblet served as Corporation Treasurer for three terms, as Township Treasurer two terms, and was elected County Treasurer in 1879. He was man-led, in 1801, to Caroline H. Edson. They have three childi-en - Ella E., Clement W^. and Richard E. He is a Democrat in politics.

HUGH ROSS, foreman rail shops, N. Y., P. & O. R. R., Gallon. One of Gallon's most esteemed citizens is Mr. Hugh Ross, who was born in Dingwall, Rosshlre, Scotland, Sept. 21, 1828. He emigrated to Toronto, Canada, in September, 1843, and worked at his trade as blacksmith there until February, 1802, when he crossed over to Buffalo, N. Y., and worked there until April, 1802. He then went to Meadvllle, Penn., where the Atlantic and Great Western R. R. had reached in construction, and built for this company the first steam shovel on the road. He operated this shovel for two years, in the construction of the road. He was then placed in charge of the repair shops at Urbana, Ohio, remaining there for two years. He then was removed to Gallon, and has had charge of the rail shops up to the present writing. IVIr. Ross was married in Canada, in the year 1841, to Miss Margaret Irvine; she was born in Ireland, in 1821. They have four children living - Finlay, now living in Kansas; William, a blacksmith ; Elizabeth, married to Peter Meuser, of Gallon; George, a machinist, and three deceased - Harriet, Annie and Hugh A. He is a member of Gallon Lodge, No. 215, I. O. O. F., and, together with his wife and daughter, a member of the Presbyterian Church.

W. J. RYAN, hotel proprietor, Gallon; was born July 0, 1857, in Orange, Delaware Co., Ohio. He received a good education, attending the schools at Delaware. He then learned telegraphy, and his first office was at Linndale, Ohio. After operating in different towns, he was sent to Gallon, in 1875, as night operator. From there he was sent to Delaware, and worked in the train dispatcher's office for six months, when he was given the day office at Gallon, and continued there until Sept. 1, 1880, when he removed to Bucyrus, and engaged in the book and stationery business. In October, 1880, in connection with H. H. Elliott, of the Sims House, Bucyrus, he became one of the proprietors of the Capitol House, Gallon. He was married June 8, 1880, to Miss May Beck, daughter of M. Beck, of Gallon. Mr. Ryan is now located in Gallon, as the managing partner of the Capitol House. It is the intention of Elliott and Ryan to make the " Capitol " one of the best hotels in Central Ohio.

J. K. SHERER, farmer; P. O. Gallon; was born in Whetstone Township in 1845. He is the son of John and Sarah (Kelfer) Sherer, who now reside in Whetstone Township. His early life was spent upon his father's farm, until he was 21 years old. In October, 1800, he was married to Miss Nancy M. Beck, of Polk Township, and bought the farm where he now resides. His farm now embraces 210 acres of fine, improved land, lying three miles west of Gallon. He has improved it in buildings and fences until it ranks as one of the finest farms in Polk Township. For the past five years, he has been dealing extensively, buying and selling stock, and at present is devoting his time exclusively to that branch, his farm being worked by his nephew, G. W.

Bair. He has six children - Martin L., Florence L., Ai'vene E., Bessie Gr., Oi-ra D. and an infant unnamed. He, with his wife, is a member of the English Lutheran Church.

REV. J. A. SCHULZE, German Evangelical Lutheran, Gallon; was born in Mieste, Prussia, in 1828. He obtained a commonschool education; emigrated to America in 1S47; began his study for the ministry in 18-18, at the Capitol University of Columbus, Ohio, graduating in 1851. His first charge was at Trenton, Butler Co., Ohio, preaching tc several congregations in the vicinity. He was called to Columbus in 1856, preaching to a number of congi-egations, and engaged on the staff of a Lutheran periodical, and in the publication of Lutheran books and literature. Receiving a call from the church in Gallon, he came there in 1875, where he is now located.

C. B. SHUMAKER, Justice of the Peace, Gallon. Mr. Shumaker was born in Northumberland Co., Penn., in 1835. At 19 years of age, commenced to clerk in a diy goods store in Jersey Shore, Penn., in 1854, and remained there until 1857. Coramenced in the restaurant business at Williamsport, Penn., and remained one year, and then commenced to farm and contract for railroad ties, for six years, some of which time he was rafting on the Susquehanna River. In 186-1, he came to Gallon, Ohio, and went to work in the railroad shops, and remained here eight years. He served as Constable for five years, and is at present serving as Justice of the Peace, and, together with his son, is conducting a photograph gallery at Id^ East Main street. Gallon, Ohio.

JAMES J. SPITTLE, foreman copper-shop, N. Y., P. & O. R. R., Gallon; was born in Wales, in 1836. His parents emigrated to America when he was but six months old, and located in Pittsburgh, Penn., remaining there for ten years. From there they went to Lorain Co., Ohio, and, after a short period there, went to CiTyahoga Co. In 1848, they removed to Sandusky City, where Mr. Spittle learned his trade as coppersmith. He came to Gallon in 1856, and went to work for the "Bee Line" R. R., at his trade. He has also worked for the Pittsburgh Co. and the Pan Handle road.

at Richmond, Ind. He returned to Gallon in 1866, and has been with the A. & G. ^\. R. R. (now the N. Y., P. & C. R. R.) ever since. In every shop in which he has worked has been foreman of his department. He married Miss Alvina Winfield, of Sandusky City, in 1857. She was born in Prussia, in 1838. They have two childi'en living - William A., born in Gallon Sept. 25, 1858, and is working with his father in the railroad shops, and Car- I'ie L., born in Richmond, Ind., Nov. 28, 1865. Fannie L., deceased, was born in Sandusky City, in 1861, and died in 1865. Mr. Spittle is a member of Gallon Lodge, No. 414, F. & A. M., and Gallon Lodge No. 215, I. O. O. F.

A. M. STEWART, general traveling agent, C, C, C. & I. R. R., Gallon; was born in St. Albans, Me., in 1835. He attended the common schools until his parents removed to Boston, Mass., in 1847. He began his career for himself by selling newspapers on the passenger train running on the Boston & Maine Railroad. He was then working under Charles Minot, who seemed to take an interest in him, and gave him a position on the New York & Lake Erie R. R. He served on what is called the "telegraph gang," and put up over 400 miles of telegraph wire. After this, he obtained a position as a machinist in the railroad shops in New York City. After learning his trade, he became a fireman, and followed up this business until 1853, when he came to Gallon and obtained a position as engineer on the Bellefontaine & Indianapolis R. R. At this time he was only 17 years old, and, in 1857, was given chai'ge of the railroad shops at Gallon. He served in this capacity until 1864, when he built the Gallon Stock Yards, in conjunction with Oliver Duck. In 1877, he was appointed stock agent of the C, C, C. & I. R. R. and, in 1880, was made general traveling agent of this road. He is at present administering both these offices for the com pany. He was married in 1856, to Miss Hannah McClellan, a native of Columbiana Co., Ohio. They have one daughter - Nellie H. Himself and wife are members of the Methodist Chm-ch. Is a Republican in politics.

JOSEPH E. WILLIAMS, teacher, Galion; was born in Gallon in 1848. He completed a common-school course in 1870, and went to Hillsdale, Mich., and attended the Hillsdale College, graduating in 1875. He was elected Principal of the High School of Cxalion, and served until 1880, when he was elected Superintendent of Public Schools of Cambridge, Ohio. He was married, in 1880, to Miss Ada R. Gochenour, of Gallon. Both are members of the Baptist Church. Mr. Williams is a Mason, belonging to Gallon Lodge, No. 414.

L. H. YORK, yard-master, C, C, C. & I. R. R., Gallon; was boi-n in Ulster Co., N. Y., in 1885. His early life was passed upon a farm. In 1 855, Mr. York removed to Wisconsin and engaged in farming in Dane Co, remaining there about three years. In January of 1858, he came to Gallon, and has been in the employ of the C, C, C. & I. R. R. ever since. He has had charge of the yard the -e for twenty years. Mr. York was married in 1858, to Miss Martha F. Bryfogle, of Gallon. They have one child

- Frankie L. He is a Mason, also a member of the Royal Ai'canum, and of the American Legion of Honor. In politics, Mr. York is a Republican, but does not take an active part, as his time is fully occupied in the faithful discharge of his business. He has been a member of the Common Council of Gallon, and is one of its honorable and upright business men.

JOSEPH A. YOCHEM, dry goods. Gallon, Ohio. The father and mother of Joseph A. Yochem came from Germany to Gallon in 1850, and were married in Gallon. The subject of this sketch was born in Gallon, Ohio, July 15, 1850, and is one of Crawford's most enterprising young men, and is doing a good business at the northwest corner of Main and Columbus streets, Gallon, Ohio. He attended the 2:)ubllc schools of Gallon, and went to clerk for S. C. Kanaga, April 27, 1874, and continued with him until May 1, 1878, when he bought his employer out, and has enlarged the business, and is at present carrying it on at the old stand with good success.

M. C. ARCHER, Superintendent Water- Works, Crestline; was born in Cayuga Co., N. Y., in 1820, of American parents, and came to Auburn ToAvnshlp, Crawford Co., in 1837, and residexl there until 1853, when he came to Crestline, and was employed at railroading for thirteen years. In 1876, he went to Columbus, and was in the employ of the C, S. & C. R. R., until 1880, when he returned to Crestline, and is now engaged as Superintendent of Water- Works. He was married Nov. 14, 1840, to Mary Hill, daughter of Lewis Hill, of Richland Co. They have three chlldi-en - Caroline D., Thomas A. and John J., who is now General Ticket Agent of Scioto Valley R. R. Mr. Archer has always been a Republican, and has served one term as member of Common Council of Crestline, and was Deputy U. S. Marshal during the administration of Lincoln.

Came to this country in 1832, and lived in New York for tlu'ee years, and came to Stark Co., Ohio, in 1834. From there he went to Canal Fulton, and lived there until 1852, when he came to Crestline, and has resided there ever since; was married to Catharine Arter in 1832 ; was married again to Margaret Yost in 1841 ; they have seven childi'en by last marriage - Emeline, born August 20, 1842; Caroline, born Feb. 26, 1844, died May 26, 1845; Jacob, born Feb. 11, 1846; Daniel Jr., Oct. 19, 1847; Louise, Aug. 28, 1849; Thomas, Oct. 23, 1853; Willis H., June 5, 1858. Mr. Babst entered into the hotel business on coming to Crestline, as proi)rletor of the old American House, afterward known as Franklin House, and remained in the hotel business about four years. In 1871, he built and established Babst's Banking House. Mr. Babst retired from all active business in 1878, and was succeeded in the banking business by his sons, Jacob and Daniel, Jr. Mr. Babst has added considerably to Crestline in buildiuors, and is one of the largest i>roperty owners in the town. He is now livincr in retirement at his beautiful residence south of Crestline. jMi'. Babst has a vineyard of one acre of choice grapes, in which he takes great pride, making yearly about twenty barrels of wine. Fine pears, plums and fruits of all kinds are to be found upon his ample grounds. Mi\ Babst is a member of the Lutheran Church. He has always been a Republican.

DANIEL BABST, Jr., lawyer, Crestline; was born Oct. 19, 1847, in Canal Fulton, Ohio, and came to Crestline with his parents in 1852, and has always resided there. He read law with M. Jones, Esq., of Crestline, and was admitted to the bar in 1870, and commenced practice in 1872. Was elected Solicitor for the corporation of Crestline in 1878, appointed Mayor in 1879, and elected in 1880. IVL-. Babst is also a member of the Board of Examiners. The subject of this sketch is a young man of great energy and ability, and is also very popular. In politics, Mr. Babst is an Independent Republican.

JACOB BABST, banker, Crestline; was born in Canal Fulton in 184G, and came to Crestline with his parents in 1852, and has always made it his home. He is a tinner by trade, following it for ten years; also carried on a tin and stove store for three years, while working at his trade. He married Matilda C. Stoll, daughter of George Stoll, of Bucyrus, in 1869. They have thi-ee children - Daniel Earl, born July 6, 1870, Jessie Fremont, born March 2, 1872, Bertha Stoll, Dec. 6, 1878. Matilda Stoll, his wife, was born March 20, 1848, in Upper Sandusky, Ohio. Mr. Babst and his w4fe are both members of the Presbyterian Chui'ch. He went into the banking business in 1871, and in 1873 was appointed Cashier. Since the retirement of his father from the bank, in 1878, he has had the entire management of it, as his brother Daniel, Jr. (who is joint owner), is immersed in his law practice. Mr. Babst has always been a Republican.

JAMES LEROI BOOTH, M. D., Crestline. He was l^orn in Holmes Co., Ohio, in the year 1835. He attended the common schools until 14 years of age. The following three years were spent at Haysville College. He taught district school for one year, when he was elected Superintendent of the Sullivan County Seminary. This institution being out of the State, it brought him in contact with strangers and educational influences. In 1854, he began the study of medicine under Dr. Boyer, at Sullivan, Ind. The following year he taught mathematics in Marshall Academy, in Clark Co., 111., for one yeai', at the same time continuing the study of medicine with Dr. White, an eminent physician of Eastern Illinois. He completed his study with his brother Edwin, at Brownsville, Knox Co., Ohio, in 1856. In 1857, removed to Vaughnsville, Putnam Co., Ohio. He remained thei-e one year, when the death of his brother. Dr. Milton H. Booth, of West Cairo, Ohio, called him to this place, where he took his practice. In 1861, he raised a company, and was commissioned Captain of Company D, O. V. I., 118th Regiment. He returned to Cairo, in 1864, and practiced medicine a short time, when he was elected Captain of Company C, 151st O. V. I., without a dissenting vote. He remained with his company until his time of service expired. He returned to Cairo and resumed his practice until 1871, when he retired from practice for one year. Began a practice in La Grange, Indiana, and continued for two years. He came to Crestline in 1876, and has at present a very extensive and lucrative T3ractice.

REV. MICHAEL B. BROWN, Catholic Priest, Crestline; was born near Plattsbm'g, N. Y., in 1840. At the age of 12 years he removed with his parents to Sandusky City, Ohio. At the age of 17, he entered St. Mary's Preparatory Seminary, at Cleveland, and, in 1859, entered the University of Notre Dame. In 1860, he applied for admission into the congregation of Holy Cross, and was received into the novitiate in March of the same year. In June, 1862, he received the degree of Bachelor of Arts, and in the following September began his theological studies, which he continued until June 10, 1867, when he was ordained Priest. In 1868, he was appointed to the Professorship of Moral and Mental philosophy. He continued teaching until 1872, when he became Vice President of the Association, and had sole management of all the classes, over forty teachers, until 1874, when he went to Watertown, Wis., and took the management of College of Our Lady of Sacred Heart." He remained there until 1876, when he gave up college life, and went to Youngstown, Ohio, as assistant of his brother, who was Pastor, and came to Crestline in July, 1877, and has been Pastor of Catholic Chui'ch there ever since.

WILLIAM F. CROWE, grocer, Crestline; was born in Ireland, in 1841, and came to America with his mother in 1810, and located for about six months in Vermont, when he came to Ohio, locating in Columbiana Co., remaining in that county a short time. He also resided for a short period in Stark and Richland Counties, and came to Crestline in April, 1853, and has made his home there ever since. He was married in 1871 to Ellen Haley, of Marion. They have five children - Mary, Catharine, Ellen, Annie and Jane. Mr. Crowe served seven years as Corporation Treasurer of Crestline, three years as Justice of the Peace, and has also been a member of the Common Council. He is agent for the Inman line of steamers, and also an insurance agent. He has always been a Democrat.

D. H. CASSEL, hardware, Crestline; was born in Richland County in 1813, and remained in that county until 1862, when he came to Crestline and learned the tinsmith's trade, with G. W. Pierce. In 1871, he went into partnership with George W. Zint, under the firm name of Cassel & Zint, in the hardware, tinware and stove business, and has been engaged in that line up to the present time (1880). Was married in 1867, to Maggie Cramer, of Upper Sandusky, and has two children by first wife - Dora D. and Flora D. Mrs. Cassel died in 1869. He married again in 1872, to Maggie McGuire, of Richland County. They have one child - Daisy May. Mr. Cassel has been a member of the Common Council of Crestline, is a member of the Knights of Honor, and also an Odd Fellow. Has always been a Democrat.

CRESTLINE "ADVOCATE." The Advocdtc was established in July, 1869, by Adam Billow and son, D. C. Billow, in the Union Hall Block, second floor. Upon the death of his father, which occurred May 20, 1876, D. C. Billow assumed sole management and has made the Advocate one of the best papers in the county, having a good solid list of subscribers and doing an extensive job business. The office is sup|)lied wdth power by a Backus Water Motor. The Advocate is independent in politics.

DR. I. S.COLE, Crestline; was born in Allegheny City, Penn., Feb. 19, 1836, and attended the Institute at Haysvilie, Ashland Co., Ohio. He afterward read medicine with Dr. Glass, and graduated from Cleveland Medical College. He began the practice in Reedsburg, Ashland Co., Ohio, and removed to West Salem in 1873, remaining there until 1880, when he came to Crestline and married Ruth A. Smith, daughter of James B. Smith, of Ashland County. They have four children- Frank, Minnie B., Rufus I. and an infant. Mr. and Mrs. Cole are both members of the Methodist Episcopal Church.

JOHN DODANE, real estate, Crestline ; was born in France in 1825, and came with his parents to America in 1836, and located in Stark County, working on his father's farm until 1853, when he started for California, remaining there until 1857, digging gold. In 1857, he came back to Ohio on a visit, but returned to California in 1858, and remained there until 1866, when he came to Crestline, and has resided there ever since, engaged in the real estate biTsiness. He was married in 1867, to Anna Dodane, of Crestline, widow of his brother. They have two childi-en - Minnie, born in 1870, Delia, born in 1867. Mrs. Dodane died in 1873. Mr. Dodane has been one of the Trustees of the Water- Works of Crestline two terms. Has always been a Democrat.

J. P. DAVIS, dry goods merchant, Crestline; was born in Columbiana Co., Ohio, in 1824, of American parents, and came to Crawford County in 1833, and has always made it his home. He was agent for the C, C, C. & I. R. R., at Shelby, for three years, and came to Crestline in 1852, and was agent for the same company until 1862, when he engaged in the dry goods business. First went into partnership with John McGraAv, succeeding R. Lee & Co., continued with McGraw for a year and a half. McGraw then sold his interest to John McKean. the firm then being Davis & McKean, for two years, when McGraw bouoht the interest of Mr. Davis. He then went into partnership with Martin Davis & Co., and continued for about two years, when the Davis Brothers bought the interest of Martin, establishing the firm of J. P. & J. ^\. Davis. Two years after, they dissolved partnership, and v/ent to his present location, in Union Hall Block, remaining there vmtil 1875, when he sold his stock, and retired from business for about four months, when he again went into partnership with H. A. White, under the firm name of Davis & White, and they have continued in business up to the present time (ISS*)). Mr. Davis was man-ied to Catharine Mickey, of Kichland Co., in 1850. They have eight childi-en - Wilbur E., Florence A., Edwin P., George P. (deceased), infant (deceased), Lillie May, Robert L., Augustus. Mr. Davis has alwavs been a Republican.

BENJAMIN EATON, mail agent, Crestline; was born in Somerset. Perrv Co., Ohio, in 1821. In 1837, he went to B.:4mont Co., Ohio, remaining there until 183*.), when he went to Wheeling, W. Va., and learned the harness-maker's trade. In 1840, he returned to Ohio, working at his trade, and also at peddling. He came to Crestline in 1859, and has since made it his home. He was married in 1849, to Hamet A. Martin, of Richland Co. Mr. Eaton was depot policeman for two years, and, during the war, was the agent of the sick and wounded: also, eni-olling master for Yernon and Jackson Townships. For the past few years, has been in the employ of the Govennnent as mail agent. He is a Knight Templar, and a Republican.

C. F. FRANK, diy goods, Crestline; was born in Southern Germany, in 1832, and came to America with his parents in 184G, locating in Western Pennsylvania, remaining with his parents and working on a farm for five years, when he went to Johnstown, Penn., and learned the diy goods business, and came to Crestline in the spring of 185(3, and engaged in the clothing business, remaining there about two and a half years, when he returned to Pennsylvania, and went into the provision business until the following spring, when he engaged in the hardware trade, and continued until the fall of 18G4. He retui'ned to Crestline in August, 1865, and engaged in the diy goods business, and has been there ever since. He was married in 1859, to Emma Babst, daughter of Daniel Babst, of Crestline. They have five children - Daniel, Gertie, Maud. George. Paul. Has been a member of the Common Council of Crestline, and is now sei'ving second term as City Treasurer. Mr. Frank and wife are members of the English Lutheran Church.

C. P. FRANK, coppersmith, Crestline ; was born in Butler Co., Penn., in 1839, and went to Pittsburgh in 1855, residing there imtil 1859. when he removed to Cleveland, remaining there about one year. In 18G0. he went to Gallon, where he resided until 18(34, when he came to Crestline, and has since made it his home. He has been in the employ of the railroad shops in Crestline for sixteen years. He was married in 1802, and has four children - Edward, Retta, Willie and Alice. He is a Republican.

SAMUEL GEE, express agent, Crestline; was born in England in 181(5. and came to this country and located in Youngstown. Ohio, as Pastor of the Methodist Protestant Church, in 1845, and continued preaching in various places in the State until 1860, when he was appointed express agent at Crestline, Crawfoi'd Co., and has since made it his home, fie was married in the city of Hull, England, in 1842, to Mary Ann Radmall. They have five children - Samuel W., Allison W., Frank B., Lauretta S.,, Cynthia E. As there is no Methodist Protestant Church in Crestline, IVIi". Gee and wife are members of that chm-ch at Middletown, Crawford Co. Mr. Gee has alwa\'s been a Republican.

L.'P. HESSER, blacksmith, Crestline; was born in Stark Co., Ohio, in 1826. Went to Wood Co. in 1832, and removed to Mansfield in 1834, remaining there until 1856, when he came to Crestline, and has since made it his home, with the exception of a trip to California in 1862. He is the oldest blacksmith in the railroad-shops in Crestline. He was married in 1851, to Rachel S. Grant. Her father was the first tanner in Mansfield, and a distant relative of U. S. Grant. They have six children - Minerva M., Ora B., Mary, George (t.. Rosa, Elizabeth R. Mr. Hesser is a Democrat, and has occupied several township and corporation offices, among which we may mention as a member of the School Board for fourteen years; also on committee for school buildings and improvements, and it was owing to the active part taken by this committee that the union school, with its beautiful park, was secm-ed. Mr. Hesser also was a member of Common Council for four years.

CHARLES W. JENNER, physician, Crestline; was born in Richland Co. in 1S41. Came to Crestline in the fall of 1857, and has resided there ever since. Dr. Jenner is a graduate of the University of Wooster, Cleveland, Ohio. Was married in April, 186(3, to Mary V. Emmett, of Crestline. They have one child - Daisy L. I. Jenner, born October, 1875. Mrs. Jenner is a member of the Presbyterian Church. Dr. Jenner has obtained the reputation of being one of the most skillful and reliable physicians of the county. He came from a medical family, his father and an elder brother both being members of that profession. He has alwavs been a Democrat.

NATHAN JONES, lawyer, Crestline; was born in Westchester Co., N. Y., 1882, and came with his parents to Norwalk, Ohio, 1883. In 1857, Mr. Jones went to Upper Sandusky, and published the Democratic Union until his office burned down, when he removed to Jefr ferson Co. and engaged in the business of dealer in musical instruments. He came to Crestline the 30th of September, 1859, and has resided there ever since, where he has been actively engaged in the practice of law. Mr. Jones commenced reading law when 17 years old, and was admitted to the bar April 25, 1855, at Norwalk, Ohio, and was admitted to the United States Courts at Cleveland, Sept. 28, 1SG5. He was elected Recorder of the corporation of Crestline for four successive terms, and also Mayor for fom- terms. He was elected Prosecuting Attorney of the coimty in 18(35, and again in 18(37. Mr. Jones is one of the most prominent Odd Fellows in the State. Having tilled all offices of the subordinate lodge, in December, 1875, he was elected M. W. Grand Master of the order of the State of Ohio. At the end of his term of office, he was presented by the Grand Lodge with a purse of $300, and an elegant jeweled badge, valued at $70. In December, 1878, he was elected by the order in Ohio as Grand Representative to Grand Lodge of United States. He served part of one term, but was compelled to resign on account of its interference with professional duties. He is also a Knight Templar of the Masonic Order. Mr. Jones prides hiaiself as being a self-made man, earning money when a boy to enable him to attend school, and to pursue his law studies. He is regarded as one of the most able lawyers of the county.

F. W. MARCUS, German Reformed minister, Crestline; was born in Germany, in 1852, and came to this coxmtry with his parents, and located in Louisville, Ky., in 1855. He attended public school at Louisville, and went to Franklin, Sheboygan Co., Wis., where the schools of his church are located, and graduated in 1876. He came to Crestline in 1879, and was married, in October of same year, to Mary Hildbold, of Gallon. He has a membership of 175 (in 1880) in his church.

JOHN McKEAN, physician, Crestline; born in Hook Town, Penn., in 1810, of American parents. After completing a thorough classical and mathematical education, he began the study of medicine with Dr. Samuel Quigley, of West Union, Ohio; he also attended lectures at Lexington, Ky., and received the necessary papers for practice in October, 1831. He entered into partnership with Dr. Marshall, of Burgettstown, Penn. One year after, they dissolved partnership, and he removed to Calcutta, Ohio, and two years after, in 1834, he removed to Leesville, Crawford Co., and practiced there until 1867, when he removed to Crestline, and has resided there ever since. Since 1841, he has been Ruling Elder of the Presbyterian Church. In 1847, he was elected a member of the Philosophical Society of Wittenberg College. He has been Mayor of Crestline for one term. He was married to Rebecca McClaskey in October, 1835. They had ten children - five living and five deceased. (From Physicians and Surgeons of U. S., by Atchinson.)

the age of 15, came to Crestline, and has ever since made it his home. About 1865, he went into the hotel business, as proprietor, at j Franklin and Crestline, for a few years, when he established a livery and feed stable, and has since been engaged in that business. In 1879, Mr. Moorehead bought out Shank's harness-shop, and is now running that branch in connection with his other business. Mr. Moorehead was married in August, 1865, to Maggie Miller, of Crestline. They have four children - Charlie, Flora, Lizzie and Howard. Mr. Moorehead and wife are both members of the Methodist Church. He has always been a Democrat.

F. NEWMAN, lawyer, Crestline ; was born .in Germany, in 1839, and came to this country in 1854, and first settled in Crestline in November of 1854. He went to Maryland and remained there until 1858, and returned to Crestline in 1860, and remained there until 1862. He lived in Annapolis, Md., from 1862 to 1865, when he went to New York, remaining there nearly one year. In 1866, he returned to Crestline, remaining there until 1876, when he went to Florida, and remained there nearly one year, when he again returned to Crestline, where he has remained ever since. He was married, in 1868, to Emma T. Smith, daughter of John S. and Jane Smith, of Crestline. They have four children - Florence, Elnora, Edna and Earl. Mr. Newman and wife are both members of the Presbyterian Church. Mr. Newman has been practicing law for the past twelve years. He has always been a prominent Democrat in the township.

DAVID OGDEN, Justice of the Peace, Crestline; was born in Knox Co., Ohio, in 1819, and came with his parents to Crestline in April, 1828, being one of the pioneers of the county. Mr. Ogden first learned the miller's trade, and worked at that business for about fifteen years. Since that time, he has been engaged in various occupations, and, for the past twenty years, working in the carshops of the P., F. W. & C. R. R., at Crestline. Mr. Ogden was Justice of the Peace from 1853 to 1862; has also been Township Clerk for a period of six years. He drew up the papers and petition for the boiindaries of Crestline, and was its first Mayor. Mr. Ogden was also tlie prime mover in securing the union school in 1858, his brother, John Ogden, now Principal of the Ohio Central School, delivering a lecture upon that siibject at that time, which tended to help the movement. Mr. Ogden has always been a friend to every movement tending to improve Crestline in any form. He was married in 1844, to Mary J. Kirkland, of Richland Co. They have only one child living - Ellen. Mr. and Mrs. Ogden are both members of the Presbvterian Chiu'ch.

A. M. PATTERSON, P. M.," Crestline; was born in Jefferson Co., Ohio, in 1842. He came, when a boy, with his parents, to Jackson Township, and has resided there ever since. He was appointed Postmaster of Crestline in 1864, and has continued to hold the office up to the present time. Mr. Patterson is a nifuiber of the Presbyterian Church, and is considei'ed one of the leading, enterprising men of Crestline. He has always been a Republican.

WILLIAM ROBINSON, machinist, Crestline; was born in W^ashington Co., Penn., Aug. 1, 1830, and came to Crawford Co. with his parents in 1831, locating near North Robinson, that town being named after his father. Mr. Robinson taught district school for ten winter terms, spending two years of this time in Iowa. He came to Crestline in 1860. He was Township and Corporation Clerk in 1861 for one year; also elected Justice of the Peace in 1865. He was a member of the school board for six years. Mr. Robinson has served in several other township offices, and, for the past few years, has been employed in the railroad shops there. He was man'ied in 1 860.

D. W. SNYDER, blacksmith, Crestline. The subject of this sketch was born in Cumberland Co., Penn., in 1832. He came to Ohio in 1836, locating in Richland Co. Finally he came to Crestline, in 1856, and has since made it his home. He has been a prominent man in the 1 i tory of Crestline, serving in various offices, among which we may mention as a member of the Common Council for four terms, as a member of the School Board three terms, and also as Townshij:) Treasurer. He was married in 1856, and has been in the employ of the P., F. W. & C. R. R. for twenty-five years.

JOHN A. THOMAN, deceased; was born at Sosehiem, in the Palatinate, on tlie 1 1th of Jnne, 1807. He came to America in 1834, and located in New York, working for the United States, with Gen. R. E. Lee. Lee then was Captain in the United States army. The friendship between the two lasted all through life. Mr. Thoman came to Crawford Co. when it was a wilderness, and Crestline not in existence - about November, 1845. By honest industry he amassed a handsome fortune, and assisted many of his countrymen with money in time of need, and to homes to make them comfortable in after life. In all public enterprises he took an active part and a deep interest, always giving largely, and more liberally than any other citizen. He died March 30, 1875, at 67 years of age, deeply mourned bv the cormnunitv.

^HON. T. J. WHITE, Crestline; was born in Perry Co., Penn., in 1828, and came to Jackson Township previous to the laying-out of Crestline, locating on the old White farm. He heljied clear the ground where Crestline now stands; bought the first lot and built the first thi'ee houses in the town. He has been a member of Cormnon Council two terms, a member of the School Board two terms, and served two terms, in the Ohio Legislature - from 1871 to 1875. He has also been one of the Trustees of Jackson Township for six terms. Mr. AVliite taught school in the Dapper District for two winters. He owes his success in life to his own energy and perseverance, being what is termed a "self-made man."

J. M. WERTZ, conductor, Crestline; was born in Holmes Co., Ohio, June 9, 1837. He taught school for three years in early life, and studied medicine with Dr. Joel Pomerene, of Mt. Hope, Ohio. He attended lectures at Ann

Ai'bor, Mich., in 1858, and commenced practice in 1860, at Dundee, Ohio, remaining there for three years, when he was appointed Assistant Surgeon 2d U. S. Colored Infantry, and served until the close of the war. He practiced three years at Loudonville, Ohio, and for the past twelve years has been railroading, being at present conductor on P., F. W. & C. E. R.

JOHN C. WILLIAMS, coppersmith, Crestline; was born in Butler Co., Penn., in 1843. He entered the army in 1861, and served until its close. He came to Crestline in 1865, and has since made it his home. He was married in 1867, to Anna Auten. They have four childi'en - Frank, Jessie, Ei'le and Belle. Mr. Williams has been a member of the Common Council two terms. He is at present working at his trade in the railroad shops at Crestline. Mr. Williams and wife ai'e members of the M. E. Church.