Toledo City (part 21 of 21)

Ambitious to become a representative of the. bar, Judge Cohn while' still teaching in the manual training school, became a student in the Ohio State University, which he entered in 1905 and from which he was graduated with the LL. B. degree in 1910, having taken the complete law course. He was admitted to practice in the state courts and also in the United States courts and continued in the general practice of law for a number of years, trying all kinds of cases and trying them well. One of the strong elements of his success was his careful preparation of every case entrusted to his care and he prepared not only for the expected but also for the unexpected, which happens quite as frequently in the courts as out of them. He continued to engage in general practice until January, 1918, when, having been elected judge of the first municipal court of Toledo in 1917, he entered upon a four years' term in that position and is now serving for a second term which will compass a period of six years.

Throughout his life Judge Cohn has been called upon for active service that has placed him in a position of leadership. During his college days he was vice president of the Students Council in 1906 and 1907 and was president thereof through the two succeeding years. He was also business manager of the Makio in 1908 and during his college period was chairman of the Students Building Committee. He was also president of the Ohio Union and became a member of the Bucket and Dipper, and Sphinx. Graduated in 1910, he was admitted to the bar in the same year and his professional history constitutes no unimportant chapter in the judicial records of the city. He has also become well known in the educational field, having taught law in the night school of St. John's College for three years, while he is now serving for the fifth year as dean of the law college of the Toledo University. He was a member of the committee that drafted the municipal court bill for Toledo in 1917 and as one of the judges of this court he has made an excellent record, showing wisdom not only in his decisions but also attempting in every possible way to arouse in those who come before him a desire to become better citizens and men.

Judge Cohn was a member of the legal advisory board of Toledo during the World war and he became a first lieutenant of Troop D of the First Ohio Cavalry of the Ohio National Guard, in which capacity he served for a number of years in his earlier manhood. He belongs to the Chamber of Commerce and is a representative member of the Lucas County and Ohio State Bar associations. His interest outside of his profession centers in the youth of the land. He has been actively interested _ in the Boy Scouts work for nine years as scout master and during the last six years as commissioner of the Boy Scouts in Toledo. He has written two plays for the Scouts, called "Dads," adapted for Father and Sons banquets, and such a banquet in Toledo has been attended by twelve hundred. He has also written a pamphlet on "Gimogash," which is an attempt at the solution of the older boy problem. During the past five years he has been a trustee of the Toledo Newsboys' Association, which gained national attentioh through the work of John E. Gunkel, now deceased. He was also chairman of a district of northwestern Ohio, containing twenty-one counties, in connection with the building of the Ohio Stadium. In 1916, as chairman of the summer camp committee of the Toledo Chamber of Commerce, he promoted the first municipal summer camp, whereby vacations were provided for two weeks for mothers and children. These families were selected by the District Nurses and Health Department from among the city's most needy. The camp was on Lake Erie and was a very successful project, taking many families out of the heat of the city during the hottest part of a very hotesummer. His hand is continually extended to help those less fortunate than ~ himself and his life and work have indeed been an inspiration and in many respects a benediction, particularly to the boys of Toledo.

The following resume and appreciation of his life was written by Wendell Johnson, former editor of the City Journal and now of the Social Service Federation: "Judge Cohn has for years been an outstanding figure in Toledo's civic affairs. Wherever there was a work to be done, of uplift, of civic betterment, of constructive good for humanity, there Judge Cohn was to be found, lending his tremendous energy, his unusual resourcefulness, his untiring zeal toward its accomplishment. Where the job to be done required strong leadership he did not hesitate to accept the responsibility of assuming command. Where an inconspicuous supporting role needed capable handling, he stepped into the place just as willingly and carried on with a self-effacing spirit but with the same energy and ability with which he led others.

"He has filled the position of municipal judge with dignity, courage, and painstaking attention to the matters coming before him. His reelection to the office by an overwhelming vote attests the confidence he has won among the citizens. In addition to his municipal court duties he has filled with ability the position of dean of the law college of the University of the City of Toledo. He has taught law classes both there and at St. John's College.

"But it is perhaps in his unremunerated public services that Judge Cohn has won his chief reputation for active citizenship. In the year 1916 he conceived the idea of a summer camp for tired mothers and their children. He headed a committee of the Commerce Club which sponsored the plan and he himself devoted days and weeks of arduous effort arranging for the camp and directing its management. The camp, established near Toledo Beach, was a huge success. It made possible a vacation for scores of poor mothers who had never before had a respite from the cares and drudgery of a drab home life.

"Judge Cohn has probably found his greatest opportunity for welfare work in organizations for boys. Himself a former newsboy, he has taken an active part in the affairs of the Toledo Newsboys' Association ever since its inception. He has for years been a director of the Association and no officer has entered more wholeheartedly into the organization's work among the newsboys.

"Even more of his time has been given to the Boy Scout movement. Here he has indeed achieved lasting fame, for he is credited with having done more to promote Scouting in Toledo than any other one man. He was for years Scout commissioner, and in that capacity he became known among Boy Scout locals throughout the country for his splendid work. Not only in his wise, farseeing counsel in the management of the Toledo organization, not only in his inspirational speeches on the value of Scouting to Scout leaders and the general public, but in actual participation in the work among the boys themselves did he contribute toward making Toledo one of the chief centers for Scouting in America. : contributed much in the way of arousing interest in public affairs. A very concrete example of his success in this field was afforded by his personal campaign for a new Safety building, to replace an antiquated, unsanitary police station that had been for years a disgrace to the city. Through a unique campaign of publicity, itself a demonstration of his unusual resourcefulness, he aroused such a wave of public sentiment for the project that the council finally passed unanimously a bond issue for a modern, adequate building."

Frank Joseph McDonald, secretary of the M. H. Smith Lithographing Company, was born in Carey, Ohio, January 11, 1890, a son of John and Catherine Griffin. His mother died when he was very young and he was reared by the McDonalds, whose name he now bears. The country schools afforded him his educational privileges until he reached the age of thirteen years, after which he continued his studies in the public schools of Toledo and thus laid a good foundation upon which to build the superstructure of success in later life. He afterward learned the lithographer's trade, acquainting himself with every phase and principle of the business and upon the organization of the M. H. Smith Lithographing Company he became its secretary. His active experience and knowledge of the business is proving an important element in the successful conduct of the present enterprise. During the World war he was connected with the Evacuation Hospital service. On the 6th of March, 1918, he joined the army as a private and was sent overseas on the 26th of July, being with the army until mustered out on the 27th of May, 1919, being engaged in active duty in France for about ten months. It has been since his return that he became associated with the M. H. Smith Lithographing Company and the diligence, thoroughness and capability he displays in connection with the business are substantial elements in his growing success.

The attractiveness of Toledo as a place of residence is manifest in the fact that a large majority of her native sons have remained within her borders, enjoying the countless opportunities for business progress and advancement. Among those representing the medical profession here who are natives of the city is Dr. William Washington Coldham, who since preparing for the practice of medicine and surgery has remained here. He was born on the 22d of February, 1865, and is a son of James and Anna (Williams) Coldham. He pursued his early education in the public schools of Toledo and then went to Toronto, Canada, where he entered the Trinity University, in which he prepared for his chosen calling, winning the -M. D.C. M. degree. He has also studied in London, England, and throughout his career has availed himself of every opportunity to promote his knowledge and advance his efficiency through wide study and scientific research and investigation. With his return to Toledo he opened an office and has since engaged in practice here. The years have chronicled his success and he enjoys the reputation of being most careful in diagnosis, while in his expression as to the outcome of disease he is seldom, if ever, at fault. He is keenly interested in anything that tends to bring to man the key to the complex mystery which we call life and he has kept in touch with the trend of modern professional thought and progress through his membership in the Academy of Medicine and in the American Medical Association. For fifteen years he has been chief of staff in St. Vincent's Hospital, doing splendid work there in connection with his large private practice.

On the 29th of October, 1889, in Toledo, Dr. Coldham was united in marriage to Miss Kathryn Shaw, a daughter of E. C. Shaw. They have become the parents of three daughters: Winters, now the wife of John E. Cameron; Kathryn, who married David Robison; and Anna Carrol, at home.

Dr. and Mrs. Coldham are members of St. Mark's Episcopal church. He belongs to the Inverness Golf Club and his military record covers service as surgeon of the First Ohio Battery of the National Guard from 1887 until 1893. The major part of his time and attention has always been concentrated upon his professional interests and duties, which he has ever performed with a sense of conscientious obligation, and by reason of his developing powers he has advanced steadily to the front in his chosen calling, being long well known as a leading and capable physician and surgeon of Toledo.

Alfred A. Bennett

Among the varied industries which are important factors in the business development and material upbuilding of Toledo is that of the Copperstone Products Company, of which Alfred A. Bennett is president, and the present success of the enterprise is largely attributable to his well devised and carefully executed plans. He was born in Adrian, Michigan, May 29, 1879, of the marriage of Andrew H. and Mary (Green) Bennett, the former a native of Canada and the latter of Michigan, to which state the father removed in early life. After reaching manhood he became connected with the building and contracting business at Adrian and later went to Jackson, where for a time he continued his activities along that line. Later he became associated with his brother in the conduct of an undertaking establishment and his demise occurred at Toledo, May 27, 1889, while the mother passed away at Adrian, Michigan, in 1884. They were the parents of three children: Mrs. Albert Polscher, a resident of El Paso, Texas; Miss Louise Thompson, who has been legally adopted by her uncle and now bears his name; and Alfred A., of this review.

Alfred A. Bennett acquired his education in the public schools of Toledo, following this by a course in a business college of this city. On starting out in life for himself he secured employment with the Ames-Bonner Company and later was with the Simmons Boot & Shoe Manufacturing Company for a short time, after which he obtained a position with the Lloyd Brothers Company, marble and monument manufacturers. He remained with that firm for fifteen years, winning promotion from one position to another of greater responsibility until he finally became president of the corporation. After selling his interests in the business he organized the Copperstone Products Company, of which he is now serving as president. The firm manufactures cement products, such as flagging composition and aggregate copper products for use in the construction of floors and roads, employing at times as many as fifty workmen. Mr. Bennett thoroughly under- ° stands all phases of the business in which he is engaged and this practical knowledge, together with his sound judgment and keen insight, has enabled him so to direct the affairs of the company that its trade has shown a steady growth.

Mr. Bennett was married June 25, 1902, to Miss Gussie L. Weis of this city, and they have become the parents of four children: Jane, whose birth occurred in 1910; John, born in July, 1913; Betty, born in 1915; and Robert Andrew, born in 1923. Mr. Bennett is a member and one of the vestrymen of Trinity Episcopal church of Toledo and his political support is given to the candidates of the republican party when national issues are involved, but at local elections he casts his ballot in favor of the man whom he deems best fitted for office without regard to party ties. He is a thirty-second degree Mason and Shriner and is also a member of the Toledo Commerce Club, the Sylvania Golf Club and the Kiwanis Club. As a business man his standing is of the highest and in all matters of citizenship his influence is on the side of progress and improvement.

Robert J. West

Robert J. West, president and manager of the West Crescent Fuel Company, is an outstanding figure in commercial circles in Toledo. For twenty-three years he has conducted the West Crescent Fuel Company and has guided its destinies until it has become one of the leading institutions of its kind in this part of the state.

Robert J. West was born in Toledo, on the 18th of May, 1868, his parents being Charles and Mary (Williams) West. The father, a native of London, England, was born in 1829, and died in Toledo on the 18th of September, 1909. He was for a number of years identified with the wholesale drug business and had an extensive circle of friends in this city.

Robert J. West attended the public schools of Toledo and began his business career in 1888, with the old Merchants National Bank, where he was employed for two years. In 1900 he was appointed by President McKinley, supervisor of census of the ninth census district, in the taking of the United States census, and was again called to that office in 1910. In 1900 he organized the Leeper, West & Terry Company, which has become the West Crescent Fuel Company, wholesalers and retailers of all grades of coal, of which he has been president since its inception. The firm conducts four local distributing yards and enjoys one of the largest patronages of any company in Toledo.

Mr. West's activities, however, are not confined to this business alone. Of pronounced executive ability, his interest in civic matters has proven of public benefit to the community. He has been on the board of trustees of the Community Chest Fund and has been untiring in his efforts in behalf of that organization's work. He is a past president of Toledo Council of Boy Scouts and a member of the executive council of Toledo. He has been vitally interested in all agencies and forces which tend to promote the civic welfare of Toledo, and it has been truly said of him that he has filled a place in local activities that few men are gifted with the ability to fill. ;

Mr. West married, in 1904, Miss Elizabeth Dority, a daughter of the late James Dority. Mr. and Mrs. West have one son, James, born in 1905, who is attending Hackley Schooi at Tarrytown, New York.

Mr. West is a thirty-third degree Mason, and has been a prominent and active figure in both local and state Masonic affairs. He is a member of the Toledo Club, Toledo Country Club, Toledo Yacht Club, Chamber of Commerce, and the Benevolent Protective Order of Elks; he is a generous supporter of the Symphony Orchestra; and for the last five years has been a director of the Security Savings Bank & Trust Company.

Dr. J. Pressly Lyle, who passed away on the 8th of November, 1922, after many years devoted to the practice of medicine and to active promotion of fraternal interests, was born in Washington county, Pennsylvania, on the 10th of March, 1850, a son of John and Sarah Jane (Simpson) Lyle. His grandparents in the paternal line, Joseph and Jeanette (McNary) Lyle, were also born in Pennsylvania and passed away in Washington county, that state, the grandfather attaining the ripe old age of eighty-three years. Pennsylvania was also the native state of the maternal grandparents, Robert and Ann (Lyle). Simpson, who spent their lives in Washington county. The birth of Dr. Lyle's father occurred in Washington county, April 21, 1821, and he was the senior of his wife by only about three months, her birth occurring in the same county on the 19th of July, 1821. John Lyle devoted his attention to the occupation of farming as a life work and thus provided a comfortable living for his family. His early political allegiance was given to the democratic party, but with the organization of the republican party he joined its ranks and remained a faithful follower of its principles to the time of his death, which occurred in 1907, when he was in the eighty-sixth year of his age. His widow survived him and passed away in Jefferson county, Ohio. They were long devoted members of the Presbyterian church and Mr. Lyle served as an elder for more than a half century. This worthy couple became the parents of eight children, of whom five sons and two daughters are living.

The youthful days of J. Pressly Lyle were spent in his native county and to the public school system of Pennsylvania he was indebted for the early educational opportunities which he enjoyed. He afterward continued his studies in the Mc- Neely Normal College at Hopedale, Ohio, and next entered. Richmond College at Richmond, Ohio, where he completed his preparatory studies. In preparation for a professional career he entered the Columbus Medical College at Columbus, Ohio, and there received his M. D. degree upon graduation with the class of 1882. Immediately thereafter he returned to Pennsylvania and for three years was an interne in Passavant Hospital at Pittsburgh, thus gaining that broad and practical knowledge which can never be so quickly secured in any other way as in hospital practice. He was also associated for a year with the wholesale drug house of J. H. Henderson & Brothers and he became one of the early members of the Allegheny County Medical Association and was the first solicitor for the Pittsburgh Medical Journal.

Dr. Lyle's association with professional interests in Ohio dated from 1882, when he opened an office in Unionport, Jefferson county, there remaining until 1891, when he located at Cleveland. In the following year he occupied the position of pharmacist with a large drug house and in 1892 he removed to Toledo, where he spent the remainder of his life and enjoyed an extensive practice, being particu- larly skilled as a diagnostician. At all times broad reading and study kept him in touch with the trend of modern scientific advancement and research and he ever utilized the most progressive methods of the profession in his daily practice. He was an honorary member of the Allegheny County Medical Association at Pittsburgh and while residing in Unionport, Ohio, he was an active member of the Jefferson County Medical Association.

Dr. Lyle was very prominently known in connection with his work in various fraternal orders. As a Mason he was a past master of Yondota Lodge, F. & A. M.; past high priest of Port Lawrence Chapter, R. A. M.; past illustrious master of Vistula Council, R. & S. M.; and a member of Eu-Tah Commandery, K. T. He was also past worthy patron of Yondota Chapter of the Eastern Star. He became an Odd Fellow in 1876 and was identified with the Knights of Pythias from 1882. In 1895 he became a member of the Knights and Ladies of Columbia, of the Order of Chosen Friends in 1897 and of the Tribe of Ben Hur in 1898. In 1903 he organized another fraternal society known as the Order of Love, Light and Truth. He belonged as well to the Protected Home Circle and filled the office of supreme deputy grand riboni of the Order of the Philosophy of the Living Fire. In all of these fraternal societies he was local examining physician and he did everything in his power to stimulate an interest in and secure the adoption of the high principles and ethical standards upon which these organizations are based.

On the 30th of May, 1875, Dr. Lyle wedded Miss Ellen Shoemaker, a native of Jefferson county, Ohio, and they became parents of two daughters, Georgia O. and Bessie A., the latter deceased. The former is the wife of Wilhelm F. Widell and has two children: Sigrid Caroline, now the wife of Ralph M. Winters; and Kathleen Ellen. Dr. Lyle was long a firm supporter of republican principles and served as committeeman of the party for more than a quarter of a century. At local elections, however, where no issue..was involved, he cast an independent ballot. In fact, he was an independent thinker, liberal and broad-minded, not holding to creed or man-made divisions of religion but adhering to the high standards which recognize the brotherhood of man and the obligations thereby imposed.

Joseph M. Murphy

It is a matter of deep interest in the study of biography to find that industry is the key which unlocks the portal of success. Many of the most prominent figures in the business world today are those whose start has been of most humble origin. Such is the record of Joe Murphy, who first earned his living by serving as water boy with a railroad gang. Today he is president of the Citizens Ice Company, which controls a business of very gratifying and substantial proportions. Joe was born in Toledo, July 14, 1867, and is a son of James and Bridget (McGrath) Murphy. His education was acquired in the Immaculate Conception parochial school and when quite young he started out to provide for his own support, securing a position as water boy with a railway section gang. He was ambitious and not afraid to work and step by step he advanced. His second position was that of messenger boy with the Lake Shore & Michigan Southern Railway and again his fidelity and diligence won him promotion, so that after a time he became bill clerk. His progress was continuous and for a few years he occupied clerical positions in the general offices of the Michigan Central Railroad, acting as bookkeeper for The

Gendron Wheel Company for a number of years, then advertising manager for The Famous Clothing store and later went into business for himself in meats. Actuated by a most laudable ambition, he carefully saved his earnings until he felt that the time was ripe for him to start out independently. His economy had enabled him to acquire considerable capital and he organized the Citizens Ice Company, of which he became the manager and secretary. [From the beginning the enterprise prospered and after a time Mr. Murphy was chosen to the presidency and has since been the head directing official of the company, which today has an extensive . trade, its business growing steadily.

On the 4th of October, 1894, Mr. Murphy was married to Miss Lillie Bourdette of Toledo and their living children are: Claire Marie and Robert Arthur. Their religious faith is that of the Catholic church and Mr. Murphy is identified with the Knights of Columbus. He belongs to the Toledo Club, to the Rotary Club, to the Commerce Club and to the Toledo Yacht Club, the latter association indicating much concerning the nature of his recreation. In 1921 he organized a singing organization of twelve male voices called "The Ice House Quartet,' whose pep has added zest to many a civic gathering. He discovered the song, "We're Strong for Toledo." He is interested in all those forces which have to do with civic righteousness and upbuilding and his cooperation and support can be counted upon to further all plans and measures for Toledo's improvement.

The medical profession of Toledo finds a prominent representative in Dr. George A. Denman, who is specializing in diseases of the eye, ear, nose and throat, in the treatment of which he has been very successful. He was born in Allen county, Kansas, July 8, 1877, a son of Francis M. and Lydia (Harding) Denman, the former a native of Indiana. The father enlisted for service in the Civil war, joining the Ninety-seventh Illinois Volunteer Regiment, and was commissioned a captain. He participated in many notable engagements but was never wounded and after receiving his discharge he went to Kansas, where he took up a soldier's claim, on which he engaged in the raising of cattle, while later he developed a large nursery. Subsequently he removed to Charleston, Illinois, but afterward went to California, hoping that a milder climate might restore his health, but his demise occurred in the Golden state in 1905. The mother had passed away at Charleston, Illinois, in 1900. Of the children born to their union two are living: George A.; and I. O., a prominent physician of Toledo, who is also a specialist in diseases of the eye, ear, nose and throat.

In the acquirement of an education George A. Denman attended the public schools of Allen county, Kansas, and Savonburg Academy of that state, after which he became a student at the University of Kansas, in which he completed an academic course. From 1901 until 1903 he was in the office of Dr. James S. Campbell, a well known physician of Chicago, Illinois, and during that time he also attended the Hahnemann Medical College of that city, from which he was graduated in 1903, with the M. D. degree. He began his professional career at Tuscola, Illinois, where he remained until 1907, when he went abroad for the study of diseases of the eye, ear, nose and throat, taking postgraduate work at the University of Vienna, Austria, and at Frieburg, Germany. In 1908 he returned to the United States and established his office in Toledo, where he has since concentrated his attention upon the treatment of diseases pertaining to the eye, ear, nose and throat, in which he has developed expert skill. He has also attended the Chicago Post Graduate School and has ever remained a close and discriminating student of his profession, utilizing every opportunity to broaden his knowledge and promote his efficiency. With the passing years his practice has steadily increased and his professional services are now in constant demand.

On the 15th of March, 1916, Dr. Denman was united in marriage to Miss Anna M. Bell, a graduate of the Nurses Training School of Toledo and a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Bell, well known residents of this city. Dr. and Mrs. Denman have a daughter, Dorothy E., who was born March 15, 1921. In his political views the Doctor is a republican and while a resident of Tuscola, Illinois, he was elected coroner of Douglas county, filling that office from 1904 until 1906. He is deeply interested in the welfare and progress of his city and his public spirit finds expression in his membership with the Chamber of Commerce. He is a thirty-second degree Mason and belongs to Perfection Lodge at Danville, Illinois, to the chapter, council and commandery at Tuscola, that state, and to Valley Lodge, the Scottish Rite Consistory and Medinah Temple of the Mystic Shrine at Chicago. He is also a member of the Toledo Automobile Club and his professional connections are with the Lucas County, Northwestern Ohio and Ohio State Medical associations, the American Institute of Homeopathy and the National Ophthalmological and Oto-Laryngological Society. He is a man of advanced scientific attainments, whose professional career has been marked by continuous progress and as a member of the medical fraternity he has attained high rank among those whose skill is uniformly acknowledged.

Eugene A. Dautell

Eugene A. Dautell, the newly appointed general manager of the Toledo Cadillac Company, is exceptionally well qualified for this responsible position and during the period of his residence in this city he has made many stanch friends. He was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, October 29, 1879, of the marriage of Frank and Katherine (Dautell) Dautell, the former of whom died when the subject of this review was very young. The mother still resides in the Quaker city.

In the public schools of Philadelphia Eugene A. Dautell acquired his education and he afterward served an apprenticeship to the mechanic's trade, having a natural predilection for work of that character. For a time he was connected with the manufacture and sale of gas meters but later became identified with the theatrical profession, displaying considerable ability as an actor. As a member of dramatic organizations he toured the United States, Canada and Mexico, winning favorable notices from the press and appreciation from the public, and for a number of years he continued in the profession. Subsequently he decided to return to business pursuits and in 1913 came to Toledo, securing a position as salesman with the Campbell Motor Car Company. Later he joined the Cadillac Company in a similar capacity and recognition of his ability on the part of his employers led to his appointment as general manager of the Toledo Cadillac Company, on the 12th of July, 1922. He is energetic, aggressive and determined and it is his ambition to build up the sales organization of the Cadillac, both in Toledo and the out-of-town territory under his charge. He is an expert mechanic and salesman and the company is fortunate in securing the services of a man of his efficiency and worth.

At Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on the 22d of November, 1916, Mr. Dautell was united in marriage to Miss Pearl Read and they have become the parents of three children: Betty Jane, who was born in 1918; Phyllis Read, born in 1919 ; and Eugene A., Jr., whose birth occurred in 1920. Mr. Dautell gives his political support to the republican party, because he believes that its principles will best conserve the interests of good government. His public spirit is denoted by his connection with the Toledo Chamber of Commerce and he is also a member of the Inverness Club and the Toledo Club. He is very thorough in everything that he does, never undertaking a task unless he deems it worthy of his best efforts, and the position which he now occupies has been won through merit and ability.

William Francis Malone

Various business interests have claimed the time and attention of William Francis Malone, who is now the secretary and treasurer of the Harter Candy Company. He has also spent a period of years in public office and in every relation of life he has measured up to the demands made upon him in the way of progressive, intelligently directed and honorable business activity and public service. Mr. Malone is a native of Toledo, born February 15, 1863. His father, Edward Malone, was one of the early contractors and builders of the city, being accorded the contract for the erection of the Boody House and also of the State Asylum. In fact, he erected most of the large buildings in Toledo in his day and occupied a leading position among the contractors here.

His son, William Francis Malone, attended St. Patrick's school and the Assumption College, thus acquiring the education which qualified him for life's practical and responsible duties. He later spent one year with the Lake Shore & Michigan Southern Railroad and then joined his father in business, being thus associated until 1889. In the latter year he became secretary-treasurer of the Buckeye Paint & Oil Company and so continued for fourteen years, or until 1903, when he was made a member of the board of review of Lucas county and occupied that position altogether for sixteen years, or until 1919. Since his retirement from office he has been the secretary-treasurer of the Harter Candy Company and is active in control of what is today one of the important commercial interests of the city.

On the 7th of May, 1889, Mr. Malone was married to Miss Mary White, a native of Chicago, and they have become the parents of seven children: Rev. Francis E. Malone, D. D., who is now a chancellor of the Toledo diocese; Robert J., who married Agnes Schindler of Toledo, and has two children, Robert Charles and William Francis, Jr.; Elizabeth; Catherine, who is now known as Sister Aloysia, being a Sister of Mercy ; Helen; Margaret; and Richard W. The religious faith of the family is that of the Catholic church. Mr. Malone is a member of the Inverness Club and he has a very wide acquaintance in Toledo, where his life has been passed,