Somerset Township (part 7 of 15)

"Judge D. D. most distinguished lawyers who practiced at the Belmont County bar. His father, Benjamin Sprague Cowen, was a noted jurist and | of that institution. His classical education was received under the tutelage of Dr. McBane, of Cadiz, Ohio, and later he studied medicine and surgery under his uncle, Dr. Sylvanus Wood, of Cadiz, and Dr. Alexander, of St. Clairsville. His study of medicine was only to get a partner, Hugh J. Jewett, later president of the Erie Railroad, he was fitted for the bar and was admitted on January 20, 1847. Soon. afterward he began practice in Belmont County whose bar has been adorned with the talents of an exceptionally large number of able men. In time Judge Cowen came to be the recognized leader of this association of leaders, and practiced in all the courts of his section and in the Supreme Court of Ohio. Soon after the commencement of hostilities between the North and the South he was commissioned lieutenantcolonel of the 52nd Reg., Ohio Vol. Inf., of which Daniel McCook was colonel. Later, of a brigade, the command of the regiment devolved upon Colonel Cowen, and he participated in all the engagements in which his command took part, until the sad news of his wife's failing health forced him to resign his commission and return to her to whom he owed his first allegiance. Tendering his resignation, he was honorably discharged in February, 1863. On his return home, he was made chairman of the military committee of Belmont County, of which Tudge Kennon. Judge Kelley and Benjamin S. Cowen were members. Judge Cowen served as prosecuting attorney of this county from 1852 to 1858. He also served

1862, at which time he resigned in order to enter the army. On the resignation of Judge John Okey as Common Pleas judge, Colonel Cowen was made his successor, and served the remainder of the former's term. Judge Cow- tion of 1873, by a majority of over 2,300 votes, in a county about evenly divided politically. From its organization he was president of the First National Bank of St. Clairsville. In April, 1884, this distinguished man passed away to his eternal rest, his death causing a sorely felt vacancy in the county."

Frances Martin, who died in 1863, and second, to her sister, Anna E. Martin; daughters of Tazwell P. and Nancy E. Martin. place in March, 1901. The children born to Judge Cowen's first marriage were as follows: Pressley, deceased ; Walter S., a resident of St. Clairsville; Frank M., cashier of a bank at Flushing, Ohio; Duane, an insuranc eagent at Bellaire; Martin, a resident of Bellaire; and Flora May, now Mrs. James Williàms, residing near East Richland, Ohio. The children of the second marriage were, - Warren W., the subject of this biography, and Eleanor, now Mrs. Miskimmins, of St. Clairsville.

The primary education of Warren W. Cowen was obtained in the public schools at St. Clairsville, and this was followed by a course at Washington and Jefferson College, in Pennsylvania. Under the discipline of the well-known firm of Nichols & Pollock, of St. Clairsville, he prepared for the bar, and was . almitted to practice in 1895. For four years

` Darby, who is now warden of the Ohio State Penitentiary. Since the fall of 1899 Mr. Cowen has enjoyed a large practice, independent of any partnership, and his ability has been recognized in many quarters.

On February 21, 1890, the subject of this sketch was united in marriage with Estella Kirk, a native of Belmont County, and a daughter of Cvrus and Catherine Kirk. Her father died 1n 1892, and her mother is one of the esteemed and honored residents of Kirkwood township. The three children born to this union are. - Elsie Armstrong; Stella Beatrice; and Martin Lindsey. Mr. Cowen with attorneys of Belmont County, is energetic and enterprising, and takes a justifiable pride in the record of his eminent father and grandfather. d

BENJAMIN S. McBRIDE, who formerly carried an extensive line of groceries in St. Clairsville, Belmont County, Ohio, was born near that city, December 6, 1845, and is a son of Jonathan and Mary (Harrison) McBride.

Jonathan McBride was born in Baltimore, Maryland, and during the years of his active business life followed blacksmithing. He was an expert mechanic,and a man of much ingenuity. In 1833 he married Mary Harrison, who was born in Lancastershire, England. He died in 1859, and his wife died March 9, 1879, aged 68 years. They reared the following children, namely: William H., who lives on a farm in Belmont County; Robert H., who lives in Mc- Pherson County, Kansas; Daniel H., who deals in hardware and farming implements in St. Clairsville; Benjamin S., the subject of this sketch; Amos, who is at the head of the Mc- Bride Carriage Company; Sirena, the wife of Franklin Ayers, of Washington County, Ohio; Elizabeth, the wife of Henry Piper, of Cleveland, Ohio; and Mary Ann, who died in 1869, aged IQ years.

Benjamin S. McBride attended the public schools of Belmont County, and afterward worked on a farm for some time. On May 1 1862, he enlisted in Company H, 8sth Reg. Ohio Vol. Inf., to do garrison duty. He was put into active service, followed Morgan into Kentucky, and was on duty until September of that year. After his return, Mr. McBride learned the trade of a blacksmith w ith his brother, Robert, and worked at it for 25 years. He then sold out to his brother, and in 1901 en- E in the grocery business, carrying a full line of fancy and staple groceries. His store is well patronized, and n: customers receive

David K. Allen And. Representative Citizens

On December 20, 1877, the subject of this sketch was married to Emma J. White, a native of St. Clairsville, and a daughter of Israel and Arminda White, of this city. They have five children, namely: Benjamin S., who

Mrs. McBride is a member of the Methodist Church. Mr. McBride has served as councilman, and has been a member of the School Board for four years. He is a Mason, and a member of the G. A. R., in which he is a charter member and quartermaster of Drummond Post, No. 203, of St. Clairsville.

man of Martin's Ferry, was born in Bridgeport, Ohio, on the Kirkwood side, on June s, 1844. His parents were David and Ann S. (Kirkwood) Allen, the latter a member of an old and distinguished family of the State. David Allen, the father of David K., was born in 1796 and died October 23, 1872. His sion mercantile business, which he also carried on at Bridgeport, Ohio. He commanded a company during the War of 1812 and was very prominent in political life. After serving through two terms as auditor of Belmont County, he was elected to the Senate from this cornty and subsequently was re-elected.

county on current literature and through life exerted a wide influence. His wife was a daughter of Joseph Kirkwood, whose father commanded a Delaware regiment during the - Revolutionary War. Mrs. Allen died on

David K. Allen enjoyed educational advantages in the schools of Bridgeport and later took a course at Wheeling, West Virginia, under Professor Harding. He had scarcely completed his schooling when he enlisted for service in the Civil War, on August 15, 1862, entering Company F, soth Reg, Ohio Vol. Inf., and took part in his first battle on October 8, 1862, at Perryville, although he had been through several skirmishes prior to this. In the Army of the Ohio he participated in all the Atlanta campaign and was under those noted Ohio generals, Sherman and Schofield. After the siege of Atlanta Mr. Allen was a member ot the 23rd Army Corps, which was sent by General Sherman to

"Hold the fort for troops are coming" was Sherman's signal to Corse, but before General Sherman arrived General Corse had defeated the enemy and put them to flight. Mr. Allen's corps went with Sherman as far as Rome, Georgia, and then thev were ordered back to Tennessee, via Chattanooga, Columbia,

Mr. Allen was severely wounded, in the head, leg, and breast near the heart. These injuries not only closed his career as a soldier, but very nearlv ended hislife. For months he was paralyzed and it was long a matter of doubt about

March, 1865, when he was sent to the Wheeling Hospital from which he was discharged on June/6, 1865. having faithfully served and suffered for his country.

Mr. Allen then learned telegraphing and served with the Western Union Telegraph Company until 1868 and then was manager of the Pacific & Atlantic at Bridgeport, having the telegraph office located in which business was carried on for about six years. He then opened up a coal business in tifed with coal mining. able property which he has worked by others. He developed a fine vein of sand in this locality and for five years has worked it. Mr. Allen was one of the early developers of the mining industry in this section and has been more or less interested in coal since 1865.

movements. He has been four times elected commander of Thoburn Post, No. 72, of Martin's Ferry and has high rank in all the soldier organizations in the county. Mr. Allen was the organizer in this section of the Sons of Veterans and the Union Veteran Legion and is now chairman of the soldiers' relief committee of the First and Second wards, having held this position for the past 16 years. Among his most cherished possessions is a commission as notary public from Comrade William Mc- held the beloved chief magistrate as a man. On March 11, 1873, Mr. Allen was married to Mary Florence Trosby, daughter of John and Eliza (Andrews) Crosby, both deceased. Both Mr. and Mrs. Allen belong to the Kirkwood Presbyterian Church. He was a charter member of the Federation of Labor in Martin's Ferry and framed its constitution and by-laws, Mr. Allen's record as a soldier 1s one of which his friends are justly proud. Asa civilian he is an upright, substantial and worthy business man. Martin's Ferry has many estimable citizens, but

FRED CANNON.PEREGOY; M: D/ ¿One of the enterprising and successful young physicians of Barnesville, Ohio, is Dr. Fred Cannon Peregoy, who was born in New Athens, Ohio, March 31, 1869, and is a son of Rev. William and Malinda E. (Cannon) Peregoy.

Rev. William Peregoy was born in Shepherdstown, Ohio, where he resided up to the time he became a minister of the Methodist Church. He now a has a charge in Youngstown, Ohio.

| Starling Medical College in that city. He graduated from this institution on March 6, 1890, and in the fall of the same year located in Barnesville, where he has met with gratifying success. He is deeply interested in his profession and keeps abreast of all the modern discoveries and inventions in medicine and surgery.

Anna L. Hance, a daughter of George Hance, ot Barnesville. Both are active members of the Methodist Church, and are highly esteemed socially. The Doctor belongs to the Independent Order of Odd Fellows, and also has membership with the Belmont County Medical Society. His political affiliation is with the Republican party.

. GRANVILLE S. WELLONS, M. D,, is one of the oldest and certainly one of the most highly esteemed physicians and surgeons of Barnesville, Ohio, where for many years his name has been almost a household word, especially with the older generation, to whom he has ministered for almost 44 years.

Dr. Wellons comes of old Virginia ancestry, and counts among his forefathers many of the distinguished men of that State. His birth occurred on September 22, 1834, in Somerton, Belmont County, Ohio, and he is a son of Asa and Asenath (Davis) Wellons.

Moses Davis, the maternal grandfather of Dr. Wellons, was born in Virginia, and was one of the first settlers of the city of Barnesville, Ohio. This was when Warren township was still a wilderriess, inhabited only by wild animals. He later moved to Somerton, Belmont County, where he remained the rest of his active life. The birth of the father of Asa Wellons occurred in 1802, and he lived until his 89th birthday. His wife was born in 1801, and lived to the age of 96 years. They had tour children, two of whom died in infancy. In his early years Asa Wellons was engaged in wagon-making. He also owned a carding machine, and carded wool for several years. Later he became a farmer, and was a prominent and respected citizen. He lived in Somerton up to 1865, and his death took place in Barnesville.

The educational advantages afforded Dr. Wellons in his youth were limited indeed, and all his school opportunities were those offered bv the little log cabin in the woods. His parents taught him the value of industry, and until he was 16 years old. He then worked, for one year, on a farm one mile north of Barnesville, which was a welcome relief from the toil of the factory. In 1850 an epidemic of typhoid fever broke out in Somerton, and the subject of this sketch left his work in the country and offered his services to assist in caring for the sick. Later, he returned to the farm, as his father needed his assistance.

In 1852 Dr. Wellons assumed the responsibility of his own care and career. Although he had enjoyed such meager advantages, he was probably better equipped mentally than many of his companions, as he had taken advantage of every spare moment to improve his mind, and was accepted as a teacher, in 1853. While teaching during the succeeding three years, the young man was still an ambitious student. He read medical works whenever opportunity came, and saved his earnings, so that during the summers of 1854 and 1835 he was able to attend the Classic Institute, in Barnesville. His medical education was being pursued under the direction of Dr. Schooley, and he continued to teach until 1858. After completing the course of medical reading then prescribed, Dr. Wellons moved into Barnesville, in 1839, and was there married to Anna J. Griffin. Her death occurred in 1895. Four children were born to this union, of «whom the sole survivor is Dr. James W. Wellons, who is well and favorably known to the public and the medical profession in this county. The second wife of Dr. Wellons was Sarah P. Mc- Keever, a daughter of John McKeever. One daughter. May, was born to this union, who was one of the graduates from the Barnesville High School in the class of 1902. She is now attending Wilson College, Chambersburg, Pennsylvania.

Prior to entering upon his practice, Dr. Wellons attended the lectures of the Ohio Medical College, at Cincinnati, and graduated from this institution. In July, 1863, he was commissioned as surgeon. and on July 29th was assigned to the gist Reg., Ohio Vol. Inf. He remained in the service until the regiment was

Dr. Wellons resumed his practice, his army experience having more thoroughly fitted him for his chosen work. Since 1887, he has divided his attention between his practice and the management of one of the largest drug stores of the city, having intrusted much of the former kind of work to others. During the administrations of President Cleveland and President Harrison, Dr. Wellons was medical examiner for the government, and he is now surgeon for the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Company. He has been prominent in public life and a member of the City Council. He is a man of large means and is generous in his charities. His drug stock is valued at some $4,000, while his farm of 82% acres, located a mile and a half from the city, is finely improved and is probably better equipped than any other of its size in the State. Dr. Wellons also owns a number of fine houses and lots in the citv. His present store was erected on a lot 18% feet front, by 165 feet depth. This building was rebuilt after a disastrous fire, in 1895, at a cost of $6,000, and is one of the most modern establishments of its kind in the city. The Doctor occupies both stories in his business, and carries a complete line of drugs, physicians' supplies and surgical goods. Dr. Wellons is interested in the oil business, also, to the extent of enjoying an income from a fine. producing well on his farm.

In politics, Dr. Wellons has been a lifelong Republican, and has voted the ticket of that party for 47 vears. Although his parents were Virginians, they did not approve of slavery, and Dr. Wellons grew up, imbibing Republican principles. Dr. Wellons has had such a wide acquaintance in this section, that he seems to be identified with almost everything pertaining to it for half a century. His influence has always been directed to the upbuilding of the business standards of Barnesville, and to the education of its people in the line of morality and temperance. While he is a member of no religious denomination, he is a liberal supporter of churches.

Barnesville, Ohio, honorably perpetuates a name and fame won by his esteemed father, Dr. Granville S. Wellons, who, for 'many years, was one of the ablest practitioners of Belmont County. The latter has resigned the major part of his practice to his son, and is engaged in the drug business in Barnesville. The mother of the subject of this sketch was also born in this locality, her name, Anna J. Griffin, recalling that of one of the old settlers of the vicinity. James W. is the only survivor of three children born to his parents.

Dr. James W. Wellons was born in Barnesville, October 1, 1862, and attended the common schools. His early inclination in the direction of a medical career was fostered by his father, under whose wise direction he pursued his studies until he was ready to enter the Ohio Medical College, at Cincinnati, from which his father had graduated. The son finished his course with great credit, on March 8, 1884, and then took a special course on diseases of the eye and throat. After receiving his diploma he returned to Barnesville and entered into a congenial partnership with his father, which continued until their business was interrupted by a great loss from fire. Since that time, the younger physician has attended to a large practice alone, his patronage coming from all over the city, as well as his immediate vicinity.

In 1886, the subject of this sketch was united in marriage to Nora W. Hunt, of Barnesville, Ohio, a daughter of Francis and Hannah Hunt, prominent residents of Barnesville. One child was born to this union, - Francis G., who died in infancy. Mrs. Wellons died in December, 1888.

On September 24, 1891, Dr. Wellons marred Nellie E. McCartney, who is a daughter of William H. McCartney, one of Belmont Countv's leading farmers. The two children born to this union are named Charles M. and Annie E. The family is identified with the Presbyterian Church, and is prominent in social life. Dr. Wellons belongs to Friendship Lodge, No. 89, F. & A. M., and Barnesville Chapter, trequently demonstrated by his selection for important professional positions. From 1884 to 1891, he was township physician, and during the years 1890 and 1891 he was physician and medical examiner for the Baltimore & Obio Railroad Company. In 1896, he was again appointed township physician, and since I9OI has been physician at the Children's Hofne; he is also a member of the City Board of Health. His interest in educational matters has been displayed in many ways, and he is the present clerk of the Board of Education.

JACOB BONEYSTEELE, proprietor of the only artificial ice factory in Bellaire, Ohio, has a plant of some magnitude on the corner of 23rd and Union streets, which has a capacity of 35 tons daily. Mr. Boneysteele first engaged in the manufacture of ice in 1885, when he entered into a partnership for that purpose with William Bridenstein. The latter retired from business in 1891 and our subject then became sole proprietor. He erected the present plant, which was increased to its present capacity in 1901, and employs 13 regular men, running three delivery wagons. His office is at No. 209 23rd street, and he does a large amount of business.

Mr. Boneysteele was born near Pittsburg in 1852, and previous to engaging in the manufacture of 1ce learned the glass-blower's trade, and followed that line of work for a number of years with the National Glass Company of Bellaire. He also served several years as manager for that company. His marriage with Katie Baggs. who is a native of the Mountain State but who has lived in Belmont County since 1872, took place at Bridgeport, and they have four children, namely, Margaret, Elizabeth, Jacob and Park. The family residence is situated at No. 215 23rd street. The religious views of the family are varied: our subject favors the German Lutheran Church; his wife, the Methodist Episcopal; his eldest daughter. the Episcopal; and the other three children, the Presbyterian. i

Politically, Mr. Boneysteele is a Republican, and has served six years as a member of the City Council from the First Ward. Socially, he is allied with the Knights of Pythias, Benevolent & Protective Order of Elks, and Wheeling Lodge No. 424, Knights of Honor. He has been decidedly successful in his business ventures and now possesses considerable real estate in Bellaire. In addition, he has invested largely in various public enterprises, among them the Farmers' & Merchants' Bank, in which he is a stockholder. He was a stock-" holder in the Star Glass Company, and was a stockholder in the Ohio Valley Glass Company, of Bridgeport, Ohio, of which he was manager, - this firm manufactures bottles and fruit jars. He is a stockhohder in the Enameled Steel Tile Company, of Bellaire, Ohio.

WILLIAM O. CHAPPELL, one of the younger mefnbers of the Belmont County bar, was born in Boston, Belmont County, Ohio, December 8, 1873. He was one in a family of four children of 'Joseph and Melissa A. (John) Chappell.

Joseph W. Chappell is one of the substantial citizens of Barnesville, where he was long engaged as a merchant and insurance agent. He was born in 1849, and is still a resident of Barnesville, where he and wife are much esteemed.

William O. Chappell attended the public schools, and subsequently pursued a course in the Batesville (Ohio) Normal School. At the age of 18 years he began to put his education to practical use by engaging in teaching, which he continued for two years. Subsequently he went into the insurance business and began the study of law, under the careful tutelage

October 14, 1899, and was admitted to practice in the United States courts on October 12, 1900. in Barnesville, in partnership with George A. Colpitts.

On December 22, 1894, Mr. Chappell was united in marriage withe Carrie B. Dement, a daughter of Josiah Dement. Two children have been born to their union, namely: Eva H. and Clifford L. The religious connection of the family is with the Christian Church, in which they are prominent and useful Mr. Chappell is an active Republican in politics, and his present prominence promises more for the future, as Ohio has long supplied some of the best political material the party has had.

WILLIAM SLOAN, an enterprising, congenial and most highly respected citizen of Martin's Ferry, Ohio, is a contractor and builder by trade and claims Pittsburg, Pennsylvania, as his native city. He was born November 26, 1826, a son of Jehn and Jane (Kissick) Sloan, both born in Ireland, where

John Sloan was born November 24, 1803, and his wife's birth took place November 19, 1804. Soon after they were married they immigrated to the United States, and Mr. Sloan found work in the boiler works in Pittsburg and continued in the place for four years, and at the end of that time removed to Harrison County, Ohio, bought a farm, then sold it and subsequently purchased property in the town of Moorefield, Harrison Countv, and spent the next five years there until his death occurred, September 19, 1878.

| he also served for many years as county commissioner, and altogether he was considered one of the leading men of his county, a fine scholar and a true gentleman. He and his wife were active workers in the United Presbyterian Church, of which he was an elder for fifty years or more. When the Civil War broke out he was one who believed in its vigorous prosecution, and his two sons were active participants during the years that it lasted. His wife died September 28, 1844, and left him six children as a legacy. They are as follows: William, our subject; Nancy, who was born in 1829, married John Marshall, and died in 1898; Jane, the widow of William Buchanan, numbered among the inhabitants of Minnesota; Anna E., now Mrs. William Scott of Harrison County; Thomas, his march to the sea, - Jefferson Davis of the Federal service was. his corps commander, and he took part in all the battles of the command, having the good fortune never to be in the hospital; and Mary M., born in 1840, died in 1844.

Some years after the death of his first wife Mr. Sloan married a second time, this time choosing Eliza Wherry, by whom he had three children; Sarah (Mrs. Newton Lance), whose husband died, but she married a second time; Levi W., residing on a farm in Harrison County; Mary E. (Mrs. John Clemens), residing in Harrison County on a farm. The mother of these children was also a member of the United Presbyterian Church and died when about 60 years of age.

William Sloan, our subject, received his education in the Harrison County common schools, and later when he had finished his education in these he went to Martin's. Ferry in 1850, became a contractor and builder, built many of the fine, handsome houses seen throughout that city and the surrounding country, among them his own beautiful resi- lic buildings, but contents himself with doing good work on the dwelling houses. He has the reputation of being an excellent workman, and with his wide experience in the business easily makes it profitable His place of business is 801 South 4th street.

In March, 1864, our subject became a member of Company C, ist West Virginia Vol Inf, and was in the Army of the Shenandoah, doing most of his shooting and marching in that part of the country He was a participant miles away," and was personally acquainted with that great general. July 16, 1865, he was honorably discharged at Clarksburg, West Virginia, and returned to his home and resumed the business which he has ever since continued.

Mr. Sloan has been twice married. He was united in matrimony November 18, 1851, with Louanna C. Sigler, a native of Ohio and a daughter of Philip Sigler and his wife. This marriage was prolific of four children - Eliza- | beth J., who was born July 10, 1852, and died October 3rd of the same year; Elliott W., born September 10, 1834, was united in marriage with Maggie Irwin, who died and left him one child, Cora M.; he died December 6, | 1891, and his little daughter then made her home with our subject and has remained there ever since; Anna, the third child, died in infancy, and Cora B., born March 29, 1888, lives with our subject. Mrs. Sloan was born June 3, 1830, and her death occurred June 25, 1861. During her life she was an active worker in the United Presbyterian Church. | March 3, 1863, our subject was married a | second time, this time choosing Mrs. Margaret Smith, the widow of John Smith and a | daughter of John Murphy of Pennsvlvania. She died August 10, 1881. She was also a | United Presbyterian in her religious belief. |

In politics Mr. Sloan is an ardent Republican, and in fraternal circles is a member of the I. O. O. F. organization and has passed through all the chairs, being a past grand. He is also a member of the G. A. R. Post and past commander oí that organization.

LEVI LICHTIG, proprietor of the large department store located at Nos. 3000-3016 Union street, Bellaire, Ohio, is a most successtul merchant, excellent citizen and selfmade man. Through his own able efforts he

The birth of Mr. Lichtig was in Austria in 1862, where he resided and acquired his education until 1882, when he came to America. Locating in the city of New York, he employed his first year in selecting a permanent location in which to open up a small business and selected Bellaire as the scene of his operations. At No. 3016 Union street he first engaged as a merchant in a popular selection of articles which he could sell for five or ten cents. His pleasant manners, excellent stock between Nos. 3016 and 3000, with about 110 teet of frontage on Union street. His great department store includes these departments: Shoes, clothing, gents' furnishings, dry goods, notions, hardware, tinware, jew-

Mr. Lichtig is a man of keen business judgment and is a wise adviser to many who wish to invest money, his own success demonstrating his business shrewdness and capacity. He is interested in the Merchants' & Farmers' Bank, and also the Mason Heater of Bellaire, and is a stockholder in the Rich Enamel Company of Cleveland, Ohio. His marriage was to Rosie Rich oí Zanesville, Ohio, and his residence is on the upper floor of his great store building. In political sentiment Mr. Lichtig is an active Republican, and he is fraternally connected with the Bellaire Lodge, No. 378, of Odd Fellows. He belongs to the Hebrew Congregation. In business circles in Bellaire our subject has a high standing as an upright man, and few citizens are more generous in their contributions to worthy charities.

ing of the recognition and esteem of all his fellow-men and an upright citizen of Belmont County. _He is a son of Thomas and Celena (Bott) Springer, and was born January 5, 1873, in Wheeling, West Virginia. Thomas Springer was born in Washington County, Ohio, and early in life learned the trade of a wagonmaker and worked at this for some time. At this writing, however, he is a mill worker, which he began after leaving the occupation of his trade. He married Celena Bott, who is now deceased, her death having taken place December 20, 1886, at the age of 33 years. To this union were born five children, as follows: -Charles Henry, who

W., Harry and Thomas, the last three being mill workers in Martin's Ferry. Mr. and Mrs. Springer belonged to the Methodist Episcopal Church, and in that faith our subject was reared. The father was united in marriage a second time in July, 1893, with Louisa Fowler, a daughter oí David Fowler, and they have four children, namely, Madge L., Ralph W., Merle L. and Edith M., who died in infancy. Mr. Springer is still living at the age of fifty-one years.

Our subject graduated from the schools of Martin's Ferry in 1891, and worked a few months with his father in the mill Subsequently he became connected with the clerical force in February, 1592, and at the present time is serving as superintendent. He commenced near the bottom of the ladder and has been advanced by good service from time to time until he attained his present position.

August 28, 1894, Mr. Springer was united in marriage with Milicent M. Fowler, a native of Marshal County, Iowa, and a daughter of David W. and Elizabeth (Hornish) Fowler, the former a native of Belmont County and the latter of Washington County, Pennsylvania. David W. Fowler was an agriculturist and served his country during the Civil War as a member of the 100- day service. In 1873 he returned to Belmont County, Ohio, and as long as he was able interested himself in farming. His death occurred October 5, 1890, at the age of 61 years. He was a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church, and his beloved widow is ` still living at the age of 73 years. Our subject's wife was the ninth child in a family of ten children, and their names are as follows: Ella M., who followed teaching for many years; John W., who died in February, 1896; Joseph E., a mill worker in Martin's Ferry; Agnes J., now Mrs. George W. Thompson, residing at Martin's Ferry; Anna M. (Mrs. John R. Thompson); Lizzie A.; Louisa, who married Thomas Springer and lives in Martin's Ferry; David H., a blacksmith of that city also; our subject's wife, Milicent,

Dr. Dale L. Walker

Mr. Springer takes an interest in politics and votes the Republican ticket. His first national vote was cast for William McKinley. He was elected member oí the School Board April 8, 1892, and has served conscientiously and well. Ohio City Lodge, No. 486, F. & A. M.; is junior warden of the same, and is a member of Belmont Chapter. His residence is located at No. 512 Vine street, and there he and his wife enjoy a peaceful, comfortable existence.

DR. DALE L. WALKER, of St. Clairsville, Belmont County, Ohio, was born in 1860, in the house in which he now lives. He is one of the most highly esteemed physicians and citizens of St. Clairsville, and is a son of Dr. Joseph Walker, and grandson of James Walker.

James Walker was a native of Ireland, and was the first representative of the family to settle in this' country: Dr. Joseph Walker was born. in Wheeling township, Belmont County, in 1820; and was educated at Franklin College. He read medicine with Dr. Alexander, of St. Clairsville, and took lectures at the Ohio Medical College, in Cincinnati. He began the practice of medicine in St. Clairsville in 1843, and continued thus until his death, which occurred in 1864. He greatly mourned in the community. He married Margaret L. Jennings, who was born in I826, and was a daughter of David Jennings. She died in 1892, leaving the following children, namely: Alphonso, a druggist, of Chicago; Elma E., who lives in St. Clairsville, and Dale L., the subject of this sketch. ; chosen profession in St. Clairsville, where he has continued to reside, and is known as one of the finest physicians of the county. He has a large number of patients, who place the greatest confidence in his ability as a physician and surgeon, and his name is well known in medical circles. :

JONATHAN T. SCOFIELD. The real estate, loan and insurance business is one of great importance in a growing and prosperous city like Barnesville, and the satisfactory handling of it requires men of ability and experience. One of the old and reliable agents in this line is Jonathan T. Scofield, who has conducted an office in Barnesville since 1875.

Mr. Scofield was born February 6, 1820, in Warren township, Belmont County, Ohio, and is one of the eight children of Issachar and Edith (Marshall) Schofield. His father was born in Montgomery County, Maryland, and spent his younger days on the sea. Later he learned the milling business and also engaged in teaming. During the War of 1812, his teams were pressed into the service and employed hauling government records and books out of the United States

In this war the British army encamped near his home, in that part of Maryland which became a part of the District of Columbia. His death occurred in 1834, and his widow - survived him until 1852. i

The birth-place of the subject of this sketch was within a mile and a half of his present home, on a farm. southeast of Barnesville, on which his father began farming in 1815. There Jonathan grew to manhood. Early in life, he spent five years in conducted. In December, 1848, Mr. Scofield was married to Abigail Steer, a daughter of James | í | Henry M., Vine, Leah, John, Mary iud Mil- of Colerain, formerly of Concord, A family of five children was born to this union. A daughter married Perley Pickett, of Pittsburg, Pennsylvania. The family is connected with the Society of Friends. In politics Mr. Scofield has always been a Republican, since the formation of the party; he was formerly a Whig. Many positions of responsibility have been urged for his acceptance, and he has served three years as county commissioner, - írom 1859 to 1862. He has been identified with many progressive and important movements in the county which have tended to the public benefit. His straightforward business methods have always won him the confidence of his fellow citizens, and his long business career has caused his name to be held in the highest esteem in Belmont County.

HENRY J. CECIL, a well-to-do sheet mill roller, of Martin's Ferry, residing at No. 714 Pearl street, 1s perhaps one of the most popular men of his city. As a public spirited man he takes a keen interest in all local affairs and has made an excellent record among fraternities. He was born in Wheeling, Ohio County, West Virginia, at the corner of 10th and Market streets, December 31, 1864, and is the son of Robert M. and Mary V. (Wade) Ceci, i

Robert M. Cecil was born in Virginia in 1820. After reaching manhood he follpwed farming in his native State with much success for a great many years. Late in life, in 1885, he came to Martin's Ferry, where he -lived in retirement with his sons. He died in March, 1888, at the age of 67. During his young manhood Mr. Cecil married Millie J. Manning, and after her death Mary V. Wade. The second Mrs. Cecil is now living in Mar- Ferry. She is an honored and active member of the Methodist Episcopal Church. By the first marriage there were seven children, most of w hom are now living in Marshall County, West Virginia - George W., lie. By the second marriage there were six children - Henry J., who is mentioned below; James, a sheet mill roller, of Martin's Ferry; Isaac N., who has a sketch elsewhere in this volume; Robert M., a sheet mill roler; Rebecca, who married Fred Ebberling, and Jeannette, who has never married. The last three reside in Martin's Ferry, the latter with her mother.

Henry J. Cecil procured his education in Rule Schule of West Virginia, exhibiting a decided tendency toward mathematics, at which he afterward became very expert. Accustomed to farm work from his earliest vears, as a young man he followed that occupation for some time by himself. At the same time he materially increased his income by getting out timber for the Shriver Coal & Lumber Company. Deciding, however, that he might better his chances in life by removing to a city, he finally moved to Martin's Ferry, where he soon secured a position as heater in the Standard Mill. Taking hold of his work with energy and ability, he made a thorough success of it and remained with that company until the autumn of 1901. Since then he"has been engaged in the Laughlin Sheet Mill in this city. His work has always been thorough and proficient and commands for him a good salary.

January 13, 1889, Mr. Cecil married Mary A. Davis, who was born in Martin's Ferry, daughter of W. and Martha Davis, who still reside at Martin's Ferry. Mr. and Mrs. Cecil have had three chil | the "ace ar one. year, Henry J.

for himself a lasting reputation as an advocate of progress and advancement in our industrial system. As a member of the A. Ae I S. & T. W. he is now serving his third term as deputy vice-president of the second district of the order. He has attended four of its annual conventions - at Detroit, Indianapolis, Milwaukee and Wheeling, respectively. As a man oí intelligence and force he has served on six conference committees, three of which have been with the American Sheet Steel Association and the other three with the United States Steel Corporation. In conventions he speaks with force and to the point, and his word carries weight. Other lodges with which he affiliates are the K. of P. the F. of A. and the P. H. C. His wife is a prominent member of the Methodist Episcopal Church.

THOMAS L. WILLIAMS, councilman from the Fourth Ward of Martin's Ferry, Belmont County, Ohio, was elected to that position in April, 1902. He is an enterprising young man. He is a tinworker by trade and is now engaged in the Laughlin Mill as roller. The-parents of our subject were marred in 1871 in England and left directly aiterward for the United States. They landed in Richmond, Virginia, the birthplace of our subject, and lived there until Thomas L. had attained the age of 3 months, and then removed to Martin's Ferry, which has ever since been their home. The father learned the trade of a roller in England and immigrated to this country with the view of working in the mills here. He rolled the first iron ever rolled in the Ohio Valley Rolling Mill, which afterward became the Laughlin Mill. At the present time he is a sheet heater in the Aetna Standard Mill and is a prominent workman. He is now 51 years of age, and is trustee of the River View Cemeterv, although he never has cared to accept offices.

The children of our subject's parents were: Thomas L., our subject; Fred G., working in the mill; Lottie, who married George Heil, a butcher, of Martin's Ferry; Nettie, engaged in the millinery business and a member of the firm of Foreman & Williams of Martin's Ferry, and Harry, who still attends school. i

Thomas L. Williams received a good education in the public schools of Martin's Ferry, where he has lived since September, 1873. At the close of his school days he was in the bicycle business and is the holder of several road records in Wheeling and Chicago and local century runs. He was also one of the first to introduce football in this vicinity, being manager and right tackle of the old Y. M. C. A. team, and also manager ot the Vigilant Athletic Club, which organization played some of the best teams in this district. . After leaving the bicycle business he was engaged in the men's furnishing business for a short time and in 1896 went into the American Tin Plate Company's employ and is now roller, rendering good, capable service.

October 16, 1893, our subject was united in marriage with Isabel Johnson, a native of Ohio and a daughter of Charles A. and Mary J. Johnson, the latter an honored resident of Martin's Ferry. Mr. Johnson, who died at the age of 47 years in 1878, served three years when the Civil War was in progress, enlisting at New Castle, Pennsylavnia. Mrs. Williams is one of nine children, and those besides herself are: Charles, of Elwood, Indiana; Mary K., now Mrs. P. J. Beck; John E.; George, who died when three months old; Harry S., Philip. and Unity B. The most of these are residents of Martin's Ferry,

Our subject and his wife have one child, Doris Lottie. Mr. Williams' attention has various enterprises to claim it since he is on a number of committees, such as street, waterworks, finance, fire department and city scales, and is chairman of several of them. Heis a member of the Martin's Ferry Fire Department and is secretary of the Alert Hose Company, for further information of which see the sketch of Dr. Darrah, also in this volume. He is owner of the Ohio Valley Beagle Kennels, whose dogs are some of the finest in the country, last year winning the National Derby at Wakefield, New Jersey, besides numerous other firsts on the bench elsewhere. They are a source of profit to their owner.

In fraternal circles Mr. Williams is also prominent, affiliating with the Junior Order of United American Mechanics, F. & AMI aud pelmontk Chapter, , Ro CA. Mee 13-23 member.) thes Lewis Avon Lodge, Nor 34, of the Amalgamated Association of Iron, Steel and Tin Workers, is now serving his fifth term as financial secretary, and has represented the lodge at the last three conventions, one at Milwaukee in 1901, and one in Wheeling in 1902; also one at Pittsburg (a special) in 1902.

In politics Mr. Williams is a very active Republican and has been a delegate to several county conventions. He is a member of the famous Mark Hanna Club of Martin's Ferry and helped to organize it. Its reputation was that of one of the best drilled clubs in the county. In every way our subject 1s whole-hearted, congenial and courteous, hospitable and gentlemanly in conduct, and most popular with his fellow citizens.

DAVID WALKER, real estate agent and collecting agent for the First National Bank of Bellaire, Ohio, may virtually be termed a self-made man, one who, from small beginnings, has risen to a place full of responsibility and trust. Mr. Walker is a Scotchman by birth, that event having taken place January 22, 1865, in Lanarkshire, Scotland.

His parents were Samuel and Amelia (Crowson) Walker, who located in Belmont County in 1882. The beloved mother died in 1899, aged 73 years, and she is still survived by her husband, who has now passed his 79th year and resides with our subject in Bellaire.

Mr. Walker is one of a family of seven children, all being deceased with the exception of four. Two brothers, Samuel and James, are employed at the Bellaire Steel Works and reside in that city. Our subject was the recipient of a common school edu-. cation in his native country. After coming to the United States he took a thorough business course at Wheeling Business College, and for a period of two years thereafter he was engaged in work at the steel works in Bellaire. In November, 1883, he accepted a position as collecting agent of the First National Bank, and has worked in that capacity through the intervening years up to the present time. Six months after engaging with the bank, he ópened a real estate office and has handled large amounts of property. For many years he also handled fire insurance, but in 1901 he disposed of the latter, selling his interest in that line to Creamer & Neff.

Mr. Walker has a convenient office directly over the First National Bank. He has conducted his business on a paying basis and has accumulated quite a good deal of property. He owns several houses in Bellaire in addition to his present attractive residence, which he recently built on the corner of 44th and Harrison streets.

Our subject has been twice married. His first marriage was contracted with Sarah Elizabeth Brown, of Belmont County. Three children blessed this union; two died in infancy. The remaining one, Laura, is attending school. October 1, 1890, the mother of these children left her earthly home for the life beyond the grave. Mr. Walker was subsequently joined in marriage with Anna Elizabeth Conrad, and two children were born to them, David and Vera. Socially our subject is identified with the Knights of Pythias and Knights of the Golden Eagle. Himself and wife are also members of the Ladies Temple of the Golden Eagle. In his religious views he is an active member of the Christian Church, of which he is deacon at the present writing. Politically, he is a stanch Republican. In the spring of 1902 he was elected a member of the School Board of Bellaire. Mr. Walker takes a fitting interest in Bellaire and vicinity and is a liberal contributor toward enterprises of worth and benefit to the city. rector of the Belmont Savings & Loan Company.

GEORGE O. ROBINSON, one of the most successful business men and manufacturers of Belmont County, has been a resident of the county since 1864. He was born in Wheeling, (West) Virginia, in 1852, and is a son of John R. Robinson, who was for many years identified with the iron and steel interests of Wheeling. i

George O. Robinson was practically reared in Belmont County, and his first business experience was in*market gardening on Mc- Mechen's Creek, following that occupation for a period of eight years. He then embarked in the ice business, to which. he later added the coal and brick business, and in the latter branch he still continues. He is one of the large real estate owners of the county. being interested in various tracts of land in Pultney township, much of it close to the city of Bellaire. All is arable land and most of it is under lease for coal and other purposes.

May, 1901, the plant being located at McClainville, on the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad. It is a modern plant in all its appointments and gives employment to some 33 men, having a capacity of 30,000 bricks per day. It is under the superintendence of his son, John Howard Robinson. Alexander Neff is president of the company; George O. Robinson, vice-president a half interest in a Ioo-acre tract, a part of which is in the city limits. Mr. Robinson's main attention is given to the brick business and his real estate interests. He is vice-president and general manager of the Standard Stone & Brick Company, which was started in retary and treasurer. The plant is located about three miles west of Bellaire and during the first year of its existence turned out 6,000,000 bricks. They operate a sandstone quarry in connection, and a fine quality of building stone is furnished to the surrounding county. The office of the plant is located on 23rd street, between Belmont and Guernsey . streets, in Bellaire.

Mr. Robinson was united in marriage with Emma L. Thompson of Belmont County, and they have the following children: John Howard, superintendent of the Standard Stone & Brick Company, who resides at Georgetown, where he has a small farm, - he married Daisy Bohill, and they have two chilrren, Dorothy: and Grace; Lulu and Mary, who are attending the seminary at Washington, Pennsylvania; Grace, who is in school at Washington, Pennsylvania; Frank, who attends school; George, also attending school; and Ada. Owing to better educational facilities at Washington, Pennsvlvania, Mr. Robinson moved his family to that city, although all his business interests are In politics, he is a strong He is a Mason, and in religious

SAMUEL B. PIPER, who is township clerk of Warren township. and ex-postmaster of the citv ot Barnesville. Ohio, is one of the prominent surviving soldiers of the Civil War, and a most highly respected citizen.

Jane E. (Claudy) Piper, resided and where they reared a family of five children. father was born in Georgetown, Delaware, where he was engaged in the transportation business.

Until he was 14 years of age, Samuel B. Piper attended the public schools, and at the age of I8 years began to learn the saddlery and harness business, at -which he worked for two | years. Then he entered the office of the Ohio Central Railroad, now a part of the Baltimore & Ohio Southwestern Railroad. There he was employed until 1860, and then went into the dry goods business.

On April r5, 1861, Mr. Piper enlisted at . Columbus, Ohio, in Company A, for the three months service. Two months later he was mustered out, and on the same day, - June 13, 1861, he re-enlisted in the same company for three years. Mr. Piper faithfully performed the duties of a soldier. With great good fortune he escaped danger and was honorably discharged March 28, 1865. Returning to Barnesville, he re-entered the dry goods business, and continued thus until January, 1867. Then he was elected sheriff of Belmont County on the Republican ticket. His duties in that capacity were also performed with completeness, and again he returned to mercantile pursuits. In 1870 he sold his business and became a traveling representative of a wholesale hat and cap establishment of Philadelphia. One year later, he resigned this position, and returned to Barnesville.

In Mr. Piper, Postmaster Lewis found an excellent assistant at this time, and one vear later the former was appointed postmaster by President Grant. For 12 years, he continued in this offce in Barnesville, and resigned in October. 1886, in order to devote his time to fire and life insurance. In this line Mr. Piper has been engaged successfully ever since. On January 27. 1894, he was appointed township clerk and served thus until the following April. He was elected to the same office in 1894, and re-elected in 1896, 1898, 1900 and 1902. His menagement of the affairs of the office has

Mr. Piper was married to Sarah E. Frasier, who was a daughter of J. W. Frasier, a prominent farmer of Belmont County. Three daughters were born of this union, namely: and Bertha, now Mrs. E. O. Cox. All of the family belong to the Presbyterian Church, with the exception of Mary E., who is a member of the Methodist Church. Mr. Piper 1s a man of social instincts and belongs to Friendship Lodge, No: 89, F. & A. M.; Warren Lodge, No. 70a Ke Gin Prov Hilles" Post, No. 220 G. A. R. Mr. Piper is widely known, and enjoys a full measure of public esteem. He is one of the representative citizens of Barnesville.

CHARLES J. LYNCH, who has attained a high position among the citizens of Bellaire, Ohio, by his practice of the legal profession in that city, 1s a gentleman of scholarly attainments, and has secured a large clientage. His office is located in the Buckeye Building. He was born in Antioch, Monroe County, Ohio, in 1872, and is a son of E. L. and Elizabeth (Read) Lynch, both descendants of old Ohio families, who are highly respected citizens of Woodsfield, Ohio..

E. L. Lynch is also a practitioner of law, and has made Monroe County the field of his labors for a large number of years. He is a native citizen of Monroe County and at one time served two terms as clerk of the courts. He and his wife located at Woodsfield years ago, and for at least 20 years Mr. Lynch has been an attornev of law at that place, gaining the plaudits of all by his eloquence and comprehensiveness. In politics he was a firm Democrat. His familv consisted of three sons and five daughters, the latter being still inmates of the home circle. Our subject's two brothers are interested in the oil business quite extensively.

in Woodsfield, Ohio, and chose the profession of law for his life work, following wisely in the footsteps of his father. He therefore read law in his father's office and was finally admitted to the bar in 1895, and immediately entered upon his duties as an attorney. The past four years have been spent in Belmont County, the first two in Barnesville, and the past two in Bellaire. As a speaker he is argumentive and eloquent and enters upon a case with enthusiasm and energy, such as can only bear good results to the cause of his client. By his conscientiousness and good judgment he has won the approval of his fellow citizens, as well as their esteem.

Mr. Lynch was united in marriage with Gail V. McKeever, of Barnesville, and they make their home at No. 4652 Jefferson street. In politics our subject gives his vote and influence to the Democratic party, and fraternally he is a member of the B. P. O. E., and of the Masonic Lodge at Woodsfield. Ohio.

WILLIAM L. MILLIGAN of the wellknown firm of J. H. Milligan's Sons, now doing business at No. 3117 Union street, Bellaire, has one of the largest and most reliable shoe stores in this vicinity, and in 1902 was compelled to erect a splendid new brick building in order to supply the demands of his steadily increasing custom. He makes no pretensions to being self-made. his father having paved the way to the business he is now so ably continuing. Nevertheless, he has shown himself a man of enterprise and of much inherent ability for managing -and directing affairs.

ligan, a well-known. business man and prominent agriculturist, having been born in Belmont County about 1829. Here near Bellaire, in Pultney township, upon reaching manhood he settled upon a farm and engaged in agriculture. Like everything he undertook in life, he concentrated his entire energies upon this work and made an unqualified success and continued in it until 1881. Possessed of considerable means, in 1884 he moved to Bellaire, and in company with his son, J. L., opened a shoe store. By prudent management and courteous reception of customers he worked up a large trade and soon had the business on a very firm foundation. Retaining the confidence of the public, he continued the business until 1891, when he was succeeded in the partnership by his son, William L. With an eye to the future he has always managed to lay aside something for a rainy day. He is now comfortably fixed. His farm in Pultney township he has never disposed of, and he still receives a large income from it. He is now living in retirement at his pleasant residence in Bellaire. Mr. Milligan married Hannah J. Carson, from West Alexandria, Pennsylvania, and their children are: Clinton, who is connected with a window glass company at Danville, Illinois; Eunice, who is now at home; E. C., and William L. of Bellaire; and J. L., who died in 1896.

Willianr L. Milligan embarked upon his successful business career in 1893, succeeding, as has been said, his father. The firm name, however, was not changed, remaining as it had been, J. H. Milligan & Son. He took up the work as if accustomed to it all his life, and very ably supplied his father's vacant place. For three years the business continued under the same firm name, then occurred the death of the senior member of the firm, J. L. Milligan, and a change occurred. Another brother, E. C., stepped into the vacant place and the firm name was changed to J. H. Milligan's Sons. These two enterprising men have advanced their industry materially, have added a leather and finding department, and in other respects enlarged the business. The new building which thev erected is a three-story modern brick structure and was built on the site of the

Socially, Mr. Milligan stands high in his community. He is a member of the F. & A. M. of Béllaire; Hope Commandery, No. 26, K. T., of St. Clairsville; Aladdin Temple, A. mae Oe ON TN DES SS Tor Columbus Mand theme BOE of Bellaire. He usually votes the Democratic ticket, but is somewhat independent in politics. In religious sentiment he is a Presbyterian.

JOHN METZGER, a well-known traveling salesman located at No. 28 South 2nd street, Martin's Ferry, an active member and ex-president of the City Council, was born in Martin's Ferry, April 17, 1874. *

The parents of Mr. Metzger were George and Margaret (Jacob) Metzger, both of whom were natives of Germany, born near Strasburg, in Alsace. In 1872 they came to America and located at Martin's Ferry, where the father was employed at the glass works. His death occurred when he was about 50 years of age. A quiet, industrious man, he only took a voting interest in politics, identifying himself with the Republican party. He belonged to the German Lutheran Church. His widow has reached the age of 68 years and is one of the most highly respected residents of the city. She has interested herself in active church work and is well known for her charity and Christian spirit. Five of the children of Mr. and Mrs. Metzger were born in Germany near Strasburg, John, of this sketch, being the youngest and the only one born after the family reached America. The other members were: One daughter, who died young in Alsace: Mary, who married Fred Somers, had one son, Louis, and died at the age of 33 years; Eva, who married Baltzer Thiel, a millman, in Wheeling, has three children - John, Clara and Margaret; George, who died in Martin's Ferry in 1887 at the age of 20 years, and Michael, who married Martha Edwards, resides at Marietta, Ohio.

| mon-school education in the schools of Martin's Ferry and commenced his business life as a clerk in the grocery store of Lotz & Scheehle in this city, withwhom he continued for thirteen years, acquiring a thorough and practical knowledge and becoming well acquainted with the trade and the public. Two years since, when Mr. Metzger bought out the grocery business of Mrs. Thomas Mears, he found he had many friends, and his business in this line continued until June, 1902, when he sold out on account of failing health and engaged with S. C. Bigler & Co., wholesale produce merchants of Wheeling, West Virginia, and is meeting with much success.

Mr. Metzger was carefully reared in the German Lutheran Church, and is serving now as one of the trustees and for seven years has been the Sunday-school superintendent. A stanch Republican, he is serving _ his second term as councilman, having been president of the board during his first term, and is a member of the finance, street and sewer committees. In fraternal life he belongs to the Foresters of America, and is a charter member in the order of the Shield of Honor. 'Mr. Metzger has shown great business ability and public spirit in the management of public affairs, and is justly regarded as one of the rising young men of the city

BLUM .BROTHERS is one of the most progressive and enterprising business houses of Bellaire, Ohio. It is composed of Henry and Isaac Blum, proprietors of the mammoth store located on the corner of 33rd and Belmont streets, in this city, dealers in gents' furnishings, clothing, dry goods, carpets, ladies" underwear, etc., and a complete line of ladies' ready-made 'suits, many of which are imported. This great establishment has .a frontage on Belmont street of 80 feet, and carries the largest and best selected stock in the city.

which country they left about 1870, Henry - preceding Isaac, and becoming a clerk in the establishment of an uncle in Wheeling, West Virginia. entered his uncle's employ as bookkeeper. In 1875 Henry Blum embarked in business in Bellaire, and two years later his brother joined him and the present partnership was tormed. Business began in a small way on Union street at the former home of the First National Bank, removal being made later to the Mrs. Hess building, opposite the Post Office, and it was nof until 1884 that the present most desirable location was secured. In that year the energetic brothers opened a single store on the corner of 33rd and Belmont streets, the same now being the clothing and gents' furnishing department. Business increased at such a rapid rate that three years later they purchased the adjoining store, which was formerly occupied by a tea company, and after remodeling this, making what is really a double store, they turned it into a vast dry-goods department. With 8o feet frontage and roo feet depth and two floors, they have one of the most convenient stores to be found in the city. Five employees are necessary in the gents' clothing department, one cashier only being necessary on account of the employment of the cash carrier system. In the dry-goods department six girls and five boys are required, while the personal attention of both partners is given at all times. They have so systematized their business that patrons are able to be served with no loss of time, while the quality of the goods, the taste emploved in their selection and the utmost courtesy with which customers are welcomed have brought to this firm a permanent and constantly increasing trade of a most satisfactory kind.

Both members of the firm of Blum Brothers are married and reside in adjoining hemes on Belmont street. Socially they are members of the Knights of Pythias, both having formerly been Odd Fellows. Both are

Blum is reader. Henry is a trustee of the Jewish Orphans' Home at Cleveland, Ohio, and is interested in various manufacturing plants at Bellaire, one of these being the Novelty Stamping Company, and others the new Enameled Steel Tile Company and the Imperial Glass Works. The frm as individuals have always contributed liberally to the various business and social enterprises which have been inaugurated for the city's benefit, and in every way are most highly esteemed and valued citizens.

BENJAMIN DAVENPORT, who for many years was one of the leading citizens of Warren township, Belmont County, Ohio, and an important factor in the commercial growth of Barnesville, passed out of life, full of years and honors, April 19, 1885.

The birth of Mr. Davenport took place February 2, 1813, and he was one of a family of eight children born to Hon. John and Martha (Colson) Davenport, who came from Virginia to Barnesville in 1818. The other members of the family were: Colson, who represented his constituents during two terms in the State Legislature; Eleanor; Mary A.; Rebecca C.; John A. and William, who died in infancy, the deaths of George H. and Samuel occurring later in life.

In 1834 Benjamin Davenport was united in marriage with Anna M. Bradshaw, a daughter of Maj. William Bradshaw. She died in August, 1889, and the children of this union were as follows: Ellen M.; Adrianna, the wife of Col. W. C. Watson, of East Liverpool, Ohio; Betty L., wife of C. C. Minton, of Marion, Kansas; Harriet F., who is the wife of Judge James H. Collins, one of the most eminent jurists of the State of Ohio; John W., deceased: and James, who is in business in Baltimore, Maryland. After marriage Mr. Davenport embarked in the mercantile business value in his township as justice of the peace 'for many years and during a part of his career he served as recorder and also as mayor. He took a personal pride in the religious development of the city, and with pleasure served for 30 years as superintendent of the Methodist Sabbath-school.

Although his family name was one held in respect in Belmont County, he did not need its luster to illumine his life, for its own acts testified to its worth. Scrupulously honest, wholesouled, kind-hearted and charitable, he not only looked after the welfare of those dependent upon him, but he willingly shared with others who were unfortunate. Friends won were always friends. Belmont county never lost a more upright, useful or conscientious man than Benjamin Davenport, and the testimonials to his worth were general through the city in which his estimable life had exerted its beneficent influence. .

JupcE James H. CoLLiNs, whose name is indissolubly connected with the triumphs of the Belmont County bar, was born in the State of Maryland, but was practically reared in Barnesvile. After a happy childhood on his father's farm near Henrysburg, he attended school and in early manhood began to fit himself for the law. His reading was conducted under Hon. John Davenport, and resulted in his admission to practice in 1862, Barnesville being selected by him as his field of action. In 1867 he was appointed attorney for the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Company and in 1879 was appointed general counsel of all lines of the Baltimore & Ohio, east of the Ohio River, and since that time his major interests have been centered in it. Since 1881 he has been located in Columbus, where he is an authority in his chosen profession. The first marriage of Judge Collins was to Rachel Judkins, and two children were born to this union, Essie B., being the only survivor. The second marriage of Judge Collins was to Harriet F. Davenport, in I873. Both Judge and Mrs. Collins belong to the Metho- character of Mr. Davenport made him of great | As | beautiful home located one mile west of Barnesdist Church. Their winter residence is in Columbus, but they spend their summers at a

G. W. MEDILL, a retired wholesale merchant of Bridgeport, Ohio, was attentive to business for many years in this city and has a reputation for only square and honest dealings with his many friends and acquaintances. He is a son of Joseph and Nancy (Fleming) Medill, and was born in Jefferson County, Ohio, October 26, 1841.

Jeseph Medill lived in his native country, Ireland, until he attained the age of twenty-one years, when he crossed the ocean and landed in Philadelphia. There he resided until his removal to Washington County, Pennsylvania, where he first met Nancy Fleming, a native of that county, who afterward became his wife, and was the mother of our subject. He then traveled to Ohio, and at a sheriffs sale at Steubenville he. purchased the farm that became the family homestead. He farmed very extensively and was especially devoted to raising sheep for the wool. At one time he owned 1800 sheep and had possession of 1031 acres of land, owning more land than any other farmer in the county. At his death, when eighty-one years of age, Jefferson County, Ohio, lost one of her most proficient citizens and farmers. His beloved wife departed this life when forty-five years of age and she and her husband were members of: the Mount Pleasant Presbyterian Church. She was a noble, kind-hearted woman, devoted to her church. and loved to be of help and assistance to any one suffering or troubled. Mr. Medill was first a Whig and later, until his death, a Democrat, and while much interested in politics, he would never accept the responsibilities of office.

Of the twelve children born to this estimable couple. four only are now living; William (2), now residing at Tiltonville, Ohio: Margaret, the wife of Adam McCune, of Kansas; G. W., subject of this personal history ; and Nancy, now Mrs. Dr. Kelley of Steubenville, Ohio. The children now deceased were: John, James, Thomas (1), Elizabeth, Joseph, Fleming, William ( 1), and Thomas (2h completed a course with honor, and subsequently took a more thorough course in the Iron City Commercial College at Pittsburg, Pennsylvania. When his school days were dise business under his own name, continuing until he sold out in January, 1868. On February 28 of the same year he removed to Bridgeport, Belmont County, Ohio, and again entered business as a wholesale grocer, under the firm name of Watkins, Ferguson & Co. Four years later he bought the share of Mr. Watkins and the firm became Ferguson & Medill which continued four years longer, when the business was sold out. For the year following our subject kept books for J. S. Bates & Co., when Bates, Junkins and Alexander had interests in the business; our subject finally bought onenalf interest and with Ross Junkins ran the business with success and profit until 1876, then concluded to buy the share of Mr. Junkins also, and conducted things by himself until 1889, then selling with profit. He enjoyed a vacation of a year, resting from the cares of business life and then once again started to work, this time in the capacity of clerk for Stone & Thomas of Wheeling, West Virginia. After three years of this work he left and opened up business in his own name as a retail grocer in Bridgeport, Ohio. For six years he namely, James G., secretary of the Laughlin Tin Mill at Martin's Ferry; Martha M. (now Mrs. John S. Goodwin), of Fast Liverpool, Ohio, where Mr. Goodwin is engaged in the pottery business - they have on child, James; and George F., boss roll turner at Cambridge, Ohio. The family attend the Presbyterian Church, of which Mr. and Mrs. Medill are members, the former having been trustee for many years.

Mr. Medill served as township treasurer for nine years, being elected every year and was nominated for the tenth year, but declined. In politics he votes for the man who will be the best for the position. |

EUGENE M. WILKES, city clerk of the city of Barnesville, Ohio, and who is also interested in the Globe clothing establishment of this city as leading salesman, is one of the energetic and successful business men of the younger generation.

The birth of Mr. Wilkes was on November 12, 1873, in Noble County, Ohio, a son of Cyrus A. and Amanda (Moseley) Wilkes, the former of whom is an extensive farmer and respected resident of Morgan County, Ohio. A family of five children was born to the parents of our subject, three of whom still survive. i

Mr. -Wilkes secured the greater part of his excellent education in the common schools of Noble County, but at the age of I5 years he came to Barnesville, and has been identified with this city ever since. For 12 years he was the efficient clerk and bookkeeper in a grocery establishment, and at the same time took an active part in politics. Both lines brought him reward, the former close attention to business and display of activity making him a desired acquisition to the Globe clothing establishment, and the latter furnishing the Republican party with a most excellent citizen for the position of | ness was established in the spring of city clerk. His connection with the Globe dates | 1900 by our subject, in conjunction with

On September 8, 1887, Mr. Wilkes was united in marriage with Katie Hackett, and two children were born to this union, namely: L. Wauneta and Helen B. Mr. Wilkes is so-

Knights of Pythias and the Jr. CLOG EAT ME Although young in years, he has so much interest in party matters and has displayed such excellent judgment that it is the opinion of his many friends that the future holds more rewards for his party integrity and activity.

JAMES F. DuBOIS, a young business man of Bellaire, Ohio, whose enterprise and ability have placed him in the forefront of a number of substantial enterprises in Bellaire, is one whose success may rank him in the future with other captains of industry. James F. DuBois was born near Bridgeport, Belmont County, Ohio, in 1865, and is one of six sons born to John DuBois, who is well known in the lumber and planingmill business. Morris DuBois, a brother to James F., served for a period as city treasurer of Bellaire. When about 12 years of age our subject came with his parents to Bellaire, and entered his father's planing-mill as bookkeeper, remaining there for several years. Later he became teller of the Dollar Savings Bank, where he remained for three

- retary for some time. He then served for six months as secretary of the Novelty Stamping Company. Experience teaches, and through a number of business ventures and successes Mr. DuBois reached his present responsible position of secretary, treasurer and general manager of Bellaire Brick Company, a Delaware corporation, recently formed. This busishown |

S. H. and H. H. Criswell,. all. being' stock- In 1901 the business was incorporated under the laws of the State of Delaware, with the following officers: S. H. Criswell, president; H.-H. Criswell, vicepresident, and James F. DuBois, secretary, treasurer and general manager. The busi-

Crozier Brothers, but the buildings have been almost entirely erected by the present company. Ten and one-half acres of ground are utilized, the clay and other ingredients being found on the place. The product is red brick, the capacity of a 10-hour day being from 35,000 to 40,000 bricks. The burning of the brick 1s done with coal, but natural gas 1s used for drying.

A notable invention belonging to and used by this company is the result of ideas of Mr. DuBois, which enables the company to take the wet clay from the bank, mold it into bricks, burn the bricks, and load them on the cars ready for shipment in 72 hours, and with but one handling. .This is something entirely new in brick-making, and the invention 1s being rapidly developed to perfection. From 15 to 20 men are given employment. [

The Enameled Steel Tile Company is a reenterprise of Bellaire; its articles of incorporation bearing date of June 25, 1902. The industry is for the manufacture of metallic tile, enameled, for use in bath-rooms, for hearths, ceilings, in all colors and designs, with a finish which is guaranteed to be durable. The plant for this great industry will be located on lower Union street, and will have a capacity of 3,000 square feet of ceiling per day of ro hours, and will give emplovment to a large number of people. It has been incorporated with a capital of $50,000, and its officers are the following substantial citizens: James F. DuBois, president; E. J. A. Drennen, of Martin's Ferry, vice-president; J. W. "Garber, secretary and treasurer; and William

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Landkrohn, manager. Mr. DuBois is a tireless worker, and he has ever at heart the best interests of those organizations with which he is connected.

Our subject was married in 1895 to a daughter: of Alexander Heatherington, and a granddaughter of Jacob Heatherington. Jacob Heatherington is one of the most venerable residents of Belmont County, to which he came in 1832, and is nearing his goth birthday. During his business career he was a very prominent coal operator. Mr. and Mrs. DuBois have one son, John Alexander. The family residence is located at No. 1766 Belmont street. The family are members of the Christian Church, although Mr. DuBois is liberal to all denominations. In politics he is a Republican, and is fraternally prominent as a Knight of Pythias and a Mason, being a member of Bellaire Lodge, F. & A. M., and also of the chapter and council of Bellaire.

THOMAS T. FRASIER, a retired builder and contractor of Bridgeport, Ohio, is a substantial and esteemed citizen of Belmont County, and is also a representative one in his line of activity. Mr. Frasier is a man of enlightened views and liberal ideas, many years of his life having been spent in most useful endeavor in various parts of the country, and he was no small factor in the progress and material development of some portions of it.

The birth of Mr. Frasier occurred in Belmont County, Ohio, on July 23, 1832, a son of Townsend and Elizabeth (Bailey) Frasier, the former of whom was a native of Loudoun behind another man. His business and occupation was that of bricklayer, but like other competent men of his time he was equally skilled in other trades.

new bridge, the rider of the horse being Daniel Zane. Mr. Frasier on account of the excellence of his work was employed to make the most of the bricks used in his locality and he did much of the work on many public buildings, one of these being the first bank built in Bridgeport, which he did by contract. For some years he conducted the old Stone Tavern, where our subject was born, but later removed to the farm of 108 acres where his son now resides. This land was originally the property of the Zanes, and Mr. Frasier was employed by them to lay off farms. This was his home until his death, at the age of 80 years. Few men were better or more favorably known in this locality than Townsend Frasier. His many years of consistent life in the Methodist Church made him acceptable in all of the offices of the laymen, and by example and precept he lived up to his professions. Mr, Frasier was married in St. Clairsville. Mrs. Frasier also was a devout member of the Methodist Church. She died at the age of 82 years. They were both known as pioneers of the county and were most excellent people, and though gone their many good deeds and acts of kindness afford pleasing memories to many who are yet living. In cases of sickness, distress and other emergencies, they were always found where they could do the greatest good. Their nine children were the following: Alfred, who died unmarried at the age of 20 years; Charles, who died at the age of 60 years, was a farmer; James, who died when about 30 years of age, went with a party to California, in 1849; Adeline, who first married John Huss, and second, Jason Pool, died at about 50 years of age; Elizabeth, who married Amos Osborne; Thomas, who is the subject of this biography; Joseph, who is deceased; Wesley B., who resides in this county; and William, who is also a farmer in Belmont County.

Thomas T. Frasier was 18 years of age when he completed his school davs and then began to learn the building trade under his brother-in-law, Amos Osborne, later going to Bureau County, Illinois, where he worked at his trade for one year and then was one of a party of four who went to Iowa, to lay off land warrants. Newton and then went to Leavenworth, Kansas, finding plenty and remunerative work there at his trade, for eight vears. Mr. Frasier then began his adventurous career as a freighter, making the trip to Denver, twice a year, with ox-teams. This business he followed for five years and during this time made nine trips, his preparations for the tenth being interrupted by active Indian hostilities. W id his teams up with government goods for Fort Gibson. However he was able to get no farther than Fort Scott as the escort got too far ahead, and that winter the train had to camp there. In the spring of 1866 he took the overland route to Montana, with ox-teams, and was 103 days on the way, fording streams, crossing gulches and over almost impassable roads, at last making the great crossing of the Platte, àt Julesburg. Mr. Frasier saw many wild adventures and. witnessed many thrilling incidents, at all times doing his part toward the peaceful adjustment of differences. At Fort Carney this expedition halted for a short time, but finally reached the intended destination and delivered the goods.

Mr. Frasier remained for three years in Montana, during which time he engaged in prospecting and did some mining, returning then to his home. The great West attracted him again, resulting in a second visit to Montana, in 1868, and during the succeeding three years he became much interested in gold mining. and finally became the owner of a claim which he later sold to an English company. During this period, in company with 16 others, Mr. Frasier started írom Deer Lodge, and visited the section which is now the great National Park, enjoving its beauties and wonders before art had done anything to spoil nature's own handiwork in that grand canvon. In the fall of the same year, our subject returned to Ohio, his travels and experiences having given him an education which whole libraries could not have bestowed.

Mr. Frasier has done a vast amount of work in the line of his trade, and has also been interested in other activities. He has erected many dwellings, and has erected all the tipples for the Wheeling Creek Coal Company, also at Crescent and at Barton. One of his private enterprises has been the building of a number of comfortable cottage homes, suitable for the families of miners, and which are sold to them as their means permit them to buy. This has been a much appreciated charity and has encouraged many a struggling but honest miner to better his condition. This i is what Mr. Frasier believes to be true philanthropy, to help others to help themselves. For many years he has shown deep interest in educational matters by service on the School Board and has been a very liberal supporter of public-spirited enterprises. For a long period he has been a trustee in the Presbyterian Church. As a financier he has been a conservative vice-president of the Dollar Savings Bank of Bridgeport. He was a charter member of the Linwood Cemetery Association and is one of its officers. Mr. Frasier is an ex-officio justice of the peace of Brookside, which is a suburb of Bridgeport. In 1882 Mr. Frasier was married to Sarah E. Enlow, who was born in Belmont County, a daughter of John and Mary (DuBois) Enlow, and the two children born to this union are: M. Margaret and Thomas Townsend.

WILLIAM KOEHNLINE, a contractor, builder, and real estate man of Bridgeport, Ohio, has led an active life since his early years. He is a son of John M. and Elizabeth (Kl lem) Koehnline and was born in Benwood, Marshall County, (West) Virginia, April 4, 1858.

Tohn M. Koehnline was a native of Wurtemberg. Germany, born in 1816, and in 1838 left his native countrv and came to the United States, being on the water four months in a sailing vessel. Bellaire became his home upon his arrival in this country, and some time later he removed to Marshall County, West Virginia, previous to locating permanently in Bridge-

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He chose for his wife Elizabeth Klem also of German nativity, and claiming Baden as her birthplace. They had a family of six children, who were as follows: Elizabeth married

John was engaged for twenty years in partnership with our subject, William, in the coal business and his death took place recently, April 14, 1902, at the age of sixty-two years. He served his country valiantly for four years as a private in one of the companies recruited in West Virginia. Before the close of the war he was severely wounded by a shell and up to the time of his death it caused him trouble and pain. the war about the same time as his brother, was in a different regiment and served nearly four years also. His death at Carlton, Kentucky, in I866, was caused by cholera after a sickness of about five hours. Catherine B., who was Mrs. William Conway, is now deceased. Henry resides in Bridgeport. William, subject of these lines, is the youngest in the family. ;

Mr. Koehnline's death took place in 1875 and his widow survived him until she attained the age of eighty-one years and five months and then also departed this life, on the 5th day of February, 1899. Both parents were members ot the German Lutheran Church.

the public schools of Bridgeport; and subsequently embarked in the coal and ice business, | in partnership with his brother, John, under the | builder, in which he has continued to the pres- | Success has crowned his efforts and | he is esteemed as a good citizen who is publicent day.

erage and water works as necessary improvements to its welfare and advancement. November 17, 1889, our subject was united in marriage with Rachel Fox, a daughter of Jacob and Christiana Fox, and a native of Bel- children, seven of whom are now living, as follows: Lizzie, now Mrs. Lewis Cook ; William ; Fred; Rachel, wife of our subject; Henry; Mary, employed as cashier for the Bell Felephone Company ; and Edward.

Our subject and his wife have five children, four of whom are attending school. They are as follows: William, Irvin, Mabel, Elizabeth, and an infant. The family are all faithful members of the German Lutheran Church. In fraternal circles he affiliates with the F. & A. M. He is considered one of the substantial and essential citizens of Bridgeport and certainly does his part to help in its advancement.

HON. CAPELL L. WEEMS. One of the leading citizens of Belmont County, Ohio, is Capell L. Weems, who has made an honorable record, both as legislator and prosecuting attorney for the county.

Mr. Weems is an Ohio product, born in Noble County, July 7, 1860, being a son of David L. and Hester A. Weems, the former of whom was born in Maryland, and the latter in Ohio. Their residence is now in Summerfield, Noble County, and they are aged respectively 69 and 60 years. For a period David L. Weems was well known in the tobacco packing trade, and later as a reliable carpenter and builder. For some years he has lived retired from activity. Mrs. Weems is a member of the Methodist Church in Summerfield. They reared four children, Capell L. being the eldest, and the others as follows: Mason O., an educator and county superintendent, in Ohio, who is now taking a post-graduate course at Ada, Ohio; William H., who is a stenographer in the employ of the Pennsylvania Railroad Company at Greensburg, Pennsylvania, and Dora A. whose husband is superintendent of an artificial ice plant, at Memphis, Tennessee, she having for some years been a nurse in a private sanitarium in the same city.. The early education and training of our sub- - ject was that which the average American boy of the day receives, in the public schools, except that he earlier than usual began a career as educator. Taking a short course in the normal school, he started out at the age of 16 years and not only succeeded in the country districts, but was soon promoted to higher positions and was finally made superintendent of the Senecaville schools, filling this responsible position, notwithstanding his youth, until he left, it to enter upon the practice of law, the study of which he had been pursuing in the meantime. Dalzell of Caldwell, Ohio, and there he was admitted to the bar in October, 1881 and began practice in 1883. Our subject entered upon his law course in partnership with Mr. McGinnis, and the firm style adopted was that of McGinnis & Weems which continued until: 1889, at which time Mr. Weems removed to Cleveland to accept a partnership there with William T. Clark and R. D. Updegraff. In May, 1890, Mr. Weems removed from Cleveland and located at St Clairsville, Ohio. Prior to this, in 1884, while still one of the youngest members of the bar of Noble County, his ability was so manifest that he was elected prosecuting attorney, and his career in this office increased public confidence in such a measure, that before the expiration of his first term he was nominated and elected a member of the House of Representatives. It was no small honor for the young member to be placed upon the judiciary committee and the esteem in which he was held could have been no more fit- ` tingly shown, than it was by his selection as a member of the joint committee of the two houses, which met in the recess of 1888. This committee prepared the constitutional amendments that were submitted to the people of the State in 1889, and on account of his legal learning and unerring judgment, much of the work fell upon Mr. Weems. In 1893 he was elected prosecuting attornev of Belmont Countv, although his opponent was an older resident and

. tration during his first term gave him a popularity that was exhibited at his second election, when he ran far ahead of the general and national ticket. Since residing in St. Clairsville, Mr. Weems has carried on his large practice alone and has covered a wide field of work. His interest in political questions is always ac- . tive and during important campaigns his services are placed at the command of his party leaders, his oratorical powers making him a valued speaker.

On November 6, 1883, Mr. Weems was united in marriage with Mary B. Nay, a native of West Virginia, and a daughter of P. G. Nay, who is engaged in the silver-smith business at Knightstown, Indiana. The three children born to this union are: Chester N., Milton M. and Lillian A. Mrs. Weems 1s very actively connected with the Methodist Church and is the president of the missionary society of that body. Mr. Weems is a man of genial, social nature and his fraternal connections are with the blue lodge, F. & A. M., the Knights of Pythias and the Elks. Mr. Weems has been prominently before the public for a number of years, he has borne the lime-light of criticism as all-public men must do, but his record as a good and efficient officer and as a true and worthy citizen is before the world, and he can easily abide by its verdict.

THOMAS R. MORROW, superintendent and sexton of the Northern and Southern Cemetery, at Barnesville, Ohio, was born in Guernsey County, Ohio, April 2, 1831, and was a babe of five weeks when he was taken by his father to Barnesville, where he was reared and educated. His parents were John and Evelyn (Peck) Morrow, the former of whom was born in Pennsylvania, in 1806. He learned the trade of carpenter and followed it through life, his death occurring on August 23, 1884. He was an intelligent and well educated man and left many friends to mourn his loss.

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ters and two half brothers. When he selected his life work he chose the vocation of blacksmith and had his training at the forge under William H. Moore, and followed the business until 1862. His next work was as baggage master at Barnesville, with the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad, and he remained in that capacity for three years. In 1875 he was appointed to his present position and has most efficiently performed its duties ever since. His taste and care have made the cemetery under his charge a very beautiful spot.

On October 4, 1833, Mr. Morrów was united in marriage with Julia A. Gardner, a daughter oi Joseph Gardner, formerly of Barnesville, and three daughters were born to this union. Mr. Morrow is identified with the Democratic party, and for many years has been in affiliation with the order of Odd Fellows. With his family he attends the Methodist Church and is one of its leading members. Mr. Morrow is one of the oldest residents of Barnesville and enjoys the esteem of a wide circle of friends. Despite his advancing years he possesses eyesight that might be envied by those much younger, while his memory reaches back to the days when many of the modern comforts of life were still unthought of in the little town which now is the bustling city of Barnesville.

WILLIAM A. SHARP, a representative farmer and respected citizen of Wheeling township, Belmont County, Ohio, was born May 14, 1858, on the farm which he now owns and occupies, this being land entered from the government by his grandfather, George Sharp, in 1806. The latter was a native of Pennsylvania, and was evidently a man of foresight and excellent business ability, for he not only secured 640 acres of land in the newly opened territory, but later increased it. He resided upon this farm and spent his life clearing and improving it, and here reared a large family.