Twinsburg Township (part 15 of 38)

SYLVESTER BARNES, farmer; P. 0. Tallmadge ; is the third of a family of twelve children born to Phineas and Abigail Barnes, his birth occurring Feb. 28, 1805, in Granville, Mass. His parents came to Ohio in 1815, settling in Trumbull Co.; after remaining there for several years, they removed to Norton Township, Summit Co., where they lived until removed by death. Our subject's early life was spent on the farm of his father, where he remained until he was 21 years old ; he obtained his education in the common schools of his neighborhood, and learned the carpenter's trade, working at the same for several vears ; in 1831, he bought a farm east of the center of Tallmadge, where he lived until he removed to the present farm. Oct. 27, 1831, he was united in marriage to Esther, daughter of Maj. John Treat, of TaUmadge, who still lives to share his happiness ; from that marriage there have been six children, four of whom are living, viz., Sidne}- C, Sylvester E., Francis N. and Clark B. Mr. Barnes united with the M. E. Church tift3'-six years ago, and is one of its most proficient members ; Mrs. Barnes is a member of the Congregational Church, uniting with the same when a girl.

J. E. BiVLDWIN, carriage manufticturer, Tallmadge ; is a son of John and Mary Baldwin ; they were natives of Milford. Conn.; Mr. John Baldwin, while young, was apprenticed to a carriage-maker in New Haven, Conn., working for a Mr. James Brewster, who built tue first carriages in the United States ; after serving his apprenticeship, he soon after began business for himself, which he carried on for twentyfive years ; he died in 1867 ; his widow survived him and still lives in Milford. There were ten children in their family, the subject being the oldest. J. E. was born in Milford, Conn, Oct. 24, 1827 ; he attended school until he was 17 years of age, when he entered his father's factory to learn the trade of a carriagemaker ; after working in his father's shop for four years, he went to New Haven, where he worked for one 3-ear in order to get a thorough understanding of his trade ; he came to Tallmadge in 1848, and worked for Oviatt & Sperry for ten years as a wheelwright ; he then contracted to furnish wheels for their work, and furnished, while in connection with them, 1,950 sets of wheels ; in 1859, he engaged in business for himself on the northeast corner of tiie public square in Tallmadge, where he carried on business extensively, at one time employing thirty men ; his works were destroyed by fire soon afterward, from which he suffered a loss of $3,000 ; he rebuilt, and carried on business until 1871, when he suffered the second loss by fire ; in 1872, he built the works he now occupies. In September, 1852, he was united in marriage to Harriet S. Wright, daughter of Francis H. Wright, of Tallmadge ; from that marriage there were six children, all of whom are living.

C. C. BRONSON, Tallmadge; the eldest child of Jarius and Irena (Mallory) Bronson ; was born in Woodbury, Litchfield Co., Conn., July 5, 1804. Soon after, his father moved to Middlebury, New Haven Co., his native place, where young Bronson spent the first fifteen years of his life. In February, 1819, the father, in company with a brother, Augustus Bi'onson, and Ebenezer Richardson, with one horse and wagon, left for the West, arriving in Tallmadge the following March. Here the father selected Lot 1, in Tract 4, and his brother Lot 2. Going immediately to work, they cleared and planted six acres, and in June Jarius returned for his family, leaving his brother to build a log house and care for the crops. On the 25th day of August, with his family, consisting of his wife and seven children, together with the wife of Augustus and Dan Saxton, Jr., left with two yoke of oxen and a wagon for their new home on the Western Reserve. On the road they were attacked with dysentery, resulting in the death of two of the children, a boy of 5 years, in Oneida Co., and one of 3 3'ears, in Livingston Co., N. Y. On the 3d of October, they arrived in Tallmadge. Jan. 21, 1820, the family moved into their newly constructed log house, which was without fire-place or chimney. Thus, at the age of 15, was C. C. Bronson brought face to face with the stern realities of pioneer life. Their lot had been cast in the midst of a dense forest, out of which they had undertaken the task of making a home. But with that sturd}^ will possessed b}' most of pioneers, the}^ pressed forward, and, in time, became surrounded with comfort and plenty, and Mr. Bronson's father and mother lived to enjoy the fruits of their toil. The former died April 7, 1857, and the latter April 7, 1863, each at the age of 78 years. The farm which Mr. Bronson assisted his father to carve from the forest has been his

JOHN CHAPMAN (deceased); was born in Cornwall, Eng., in the year 1812. He lived at home until he was 19 years of age, when he came to America, settling in Oswego, N. Y. He had worked in a flouring-mill before leaving home, and had a good knowledge of his trade. He was engaged in one of the mills in Oswego, where he remained until 1832. He then came to xikron for the purpose of putting the stone mill in operation which was being built. The owners not being pi'epared, he went to Middlebury and worked for McNorton & Noble, where he remained for some time. He then returned to iVkron and finished the stone mill, and in June, 1832, he made the first fiour ever made in Akron proper ; he continued to run the mill for about a year. In 1833, he went to Rochester and worked at his ti'ade for about a year. He returned to Akron and took charge of the stone mill, where he remained for a short time. He was a practical mechanic and miller, and many of the earl}' mills built in Summit Co. were erected under his supervision. He purchased a farm adjoining Akron, where he lived several years, then bought the farm his widow now lives on. In 1857, he married Phebe Budd, daughter of Solomon Budd, of Akron, who bore him four children - John L., Nellie, Caroline and Cora. Mr. Chapman died in April, 1881, after a short illness, at the age of 69 years. He was respected by all who knew him for his integrity and gentlemanly qualities. His widow and son John L. conduct the farming on the farm where Mr. Chapman had made man}' improvements.

H. S. CARTER, retired merchant, Tallmadge ; is a son of Adoniram and Arilla (Sackett) Carter. They were natives of Litchfield Co., Conn., where Adoniram, the father, was engaged in farming. He was connected with the company who had the contract to dig the race from Cuyahoga Falls to Akron. He furnished part of the capital, and sent his son. H. S., to look after his interests. He never moved from his home in Connecticut, and died in 1842, while on a visit to some friends living in Illinois. After his death, his widow came came to Tallmadge, where she died in 1848. H. S. Carter, the subject of our sketch, was born in Litchfield Co., Conn., in the year 1817.

He lived on the farm until he was 21 years of age, and attended the seminary at Warren, Conn., and was about to enter Yale College, when his classmate, to whom he was much attached, died. He then abandoned the idea. He was then sent by his father to look after his interests in the company of which he was a member. H. S. was to bring considerable mone}^ with him to put into the enterprise, but upon his arrival, he not being satisfied with the manner in which the business was conducted, refused to furnish the mone3\ He engaged in mercantile pursuits in Tallmadge, in company with W. A. Hanford, which firm did business for three j'ears, when E. V. Carter purchased Mr. Hanford's interest. This partnership continued until 1846. He then took in as partners C. and B. D. Wright, with whom he continued in business until 1872. He owns considerable real estate, including a small farm. In 1846, he was united in marriage to Martha Wright, daughter of Alpha Wright, of Summit Co. From that marriage seven children were born, five of whom are living - H. W., a practicing physician of Fond du Lac, Wis.; Mar}^ A., at home ; H. H., studying music in Leipzig, Germany ; Starr V. V. and Charles. Mr. and Mrs. Carter are members of the Congregational Church. In 1846, was appointed Postmaster at Tallmadge, holding the office until 1872.

JAMES CHAMBERLAIN, farmer ; P. 0. Tallmadge ; is a son of Luther and Caroline (Davenport) Chamberlain, who were natives of Litchfield Co., Conn. The father was a carpenter by trade, and worked at the same for several years. In 1811, he came to Ohio, settling in Tallmadge, where he settled on a farm north of the center of the town. After remaining there two years, he purchased a farm east of the center, and worked at his trade in connection with farming. He was called out in the war of 1812, but, owing to ill health, was dismissed from the service. He died in 1870. at the I'ipe age of 89 years ; his wife died in 1839, at the age of 57 years. Our subject was born in Tallmadge, May 10. 1817. He remained at home until he was of age, and then worked his father's farm, which he inherited and lived on until 1867. He purchased forty acres of well-improved land, where he now resides. In 1844, he was married to Harriet Heath, of Livingston Co., N. Y. They had no children, but took George H. Chapman to raise, to whom they gave a good education, and cared for him as if he were their own child. He is now a practicing ph^^sician at Grand Crossing, 111. Mr. and Mrs. Chamberlain are devout members of the Congregational Church of Tallmadge.

P. C. CARUTHERS, farmer, P. 0. Tallmadge ; is the eighth of a famih' of ten children boi'n to John and Nancy (Allen) Caruthers. John Caruthers was born in Carlisle, Penn., where he lived until 1811, when he came to Ohio, settling in Tallmadge Township. He was a tanner and shoemaker by trade, and worked for several years at the same. Upon his arrival in Tallmadge, he purchased a farm in the southeast corner of the township, where he lived until he died. He was in the war of 1812, for a short time, and died Dec. 14, 1853. Our subject was born in Tallmadge, Ma}' 1, 1818. His childhood was spent on the farm, obtaining his education in the schools of his neighborhood. At the age of 21, he began farming the homestead, which he afterward purchased, where he lived until 1870 ; he then sold it and purchased the farm he now occupies, consisting of 83 acres of well-improved land. Oct. 21, 1840, he was united in marriage to Cynthia N. Clark, daughter of William L. Clark, of Akron. From that marriage there were three children, as follows : Elmer P., Charles Clark and Lois N., wife of Pai'k Johnston, of Akron. Elmer was a graduate of the Western Reserve (vollege, of the class of 1865, and was employed as Principal of the Deaf and Dumb Asylum, at Little Rock, Ark., where he remained for seven years. He was considered one of the most successful teachers in the country. After remaining there for seven years, he took a trip across the plains for his health, but received no benefit therefrom, and died Sept. 3, 1876, at the age of 37 years. Charles, the younger son, was a graduate of the Western Reserve College, studied medicine and attended lectures at the Starling Medical College. He enlisted in a company attatched to the 60th 0. V. I. He was with Grant until the close of the war, being wounded in the battle of Petersburg, and was oflfered a discharge, but would not accept it. He returned home, and after three months again joined his company. After his return at the close of the war. he lived at home until his death, which occurred May 10, 1871, at the age of 24 years.

NEWTON DUNBAR, farmer ; P. 0. Tallmadge ; was born in Springfield Township, Summit Co., Nov. 10, 1853. His parents, John and Fanny (Hostler) Dunbar, were natives of Summit Co., and lived there several years. John Dunbar was a plasterer b}' trade, and worked at the same until 1856, when he engaged in the stock business, in Iowa. He was very successful, and was considered a thorough stockman. He removed to Springfield, where he died in 1859 ; Mrs. Dunbar died in 1856. Our subject's early life was spent on the farm and attending the schools of his neighborhood. At the time of his father's death, he being then but 6 3'ears old, he went to live with Sherman Pettibone (whose sketch appears in this work), where he remained on the farm until 1877. In 1877, he was married to Mary E. Pero, daughter of Jasper and Elizabeth Pero, of Tallmadge. From that marriage there have been two children, one of whom is living. Although a young man, Mr. Dunbar has accumulated considerable property. Upon the death of Mrs. Dunbar's father, she inherited the homestead, consisting of 156 acres of well-improved land.

DR. D. E. FENN. dentist and farmer ; P. 0. Tallmadge ; is the eldest of a famil}' of twelve children born to Wyllys and Hannah (Root) Fenn. The}' were natives of Connecticut. The father was from Milford, and came to Ohio in 1819, settling in Tallmadge ; he was a carpenter, and worked at his trade for several years after his arrival. He built many buildings in the Sixth Ward of Akron. In 1838, he bought a farm, and settled on the same, where he lived until he died, his death occurring in 1880, at the age of 78 years. Hannah (Root) Fenn was a native of Waterbur}', Conn.; she died in 1870, at the age of 62 years. Dr. D. E. Fenn, the subject of this sketch, was born in Tallm.adge March 16, 1828. His early life was spent at home, where he lived until he was 34 j'ears of age. He obtained his education in the schools of his neighborhood. In 1852, he purchased the farm he still occupies. In 1861, he began the stud}' of dentistry. He was an apprentice but a short time, when he opened an office, and has since been engaged in the profession. He is a skillful workman, and has gained a reputation which is a credit to any one. He owns 215 acres of well-improved land well stocked with cattle and horses of excellent pedigree. Oct. 12, 1851, he was united in marriage to

Charlotte A. Wolcott, daughter of Guy and Annis Walcott, of Connecticut, formerly. From that marriage there were three children, as follows : Wilbur W., associated with his father in business ; Annis E. and Harriet W., both at home. Mr. and Mrs. Fenn are devout members of the Congregational Church, of Tallmadge; the two oldest children are members also.

T. H. FENTON, pipe and stoneware manufacturer ; Tallmadge ; was born in Mogadore Oct. 22, 1847. His early life was spent in attending the school of his native town. At the age of 18, he began learning the potter's trade in his father's works at 3Iogadoi-e. After working in his father's shop five years, he started the works he now manages, in compain' with H. H. Stahl. At the close of one year, he purchased Mr. Stahl's interest, and conducted the business alone until 1876, when he took in as partner his brother, Curtis Fenton, who is still connected with him. The shop's capacity is about 6,000 gallons per week, and about 150,000 pipes. In 1870, he was united in marriage to Mary Stahl, daughter of A. M. and Laura Stahl, of Trumbull Co., who bore him two children. His brother Curtis married Katie, daughter of Dr. James Ferguson, of Mogadore.

C. GUISE, farmer ; P. 6. Munroe Falls ; is a son of Elias and Christiana (Marsh) Guise, and was born in Manchester, Summit Co., Ohio, Jan. 28, 1849 ; he attended the schools in his native town until 1865, when he entered the grammar school at Akron, and, one year later, the high school of the same city, where he remained for twelve consecutive terms. After completing his education, he retui'ned to his father's farm and remained one year. In Januar}-, 1871, he was united in marriage to Viana, daughter of Samuel Thornton, of Akron, Oliio. and from whom he received 117 acres of wellimproved land. There are two children from that marriage - Nellie Bell and Newton H. Elias Guise, the father of our subject, was born in Snyder Co., Penn., where he lived until 1835. He learned the tailor's trade while young, and upon his arrival in Summit County in 1 835, he opened a shop in East Liberty and one at Johnston's Corners, and conducted the business successfully until 1845. He then disposed of it and settled on a small farm in Franklin Township, where he lived five years. He then moved on his father-in-law's farm and remained nine years, and, in 1865. purchased and settled on 65 acres of land, where he still resides. There were five children in his family, two of whom are living. Mr. and Mrs. Guise are members of the Evangelical Church of Akron, Ohio.

ALVAN A. HINE, farmer ; P. 0. Tallmadge ; son of William and Phila (Root) Hine, whose sketch appears in this work, was born in Tallmadge in September, 1831. His youth was spent on his fathei's farm. He obtained his education in the common schools, and the academy at Tallmadge. After leaving school he returned to the farm, where he lived until he was 22 years old. In 1853, he went to Knox Co., 111., and engaged in the clothing business in compan}^ with Mr. Atwood. They were engaged in business for eighteen months, when he returned to Portage Co., and lived there but a short time. He then removed to Mogadore, where he remained one year, and while there he was engaged by J. Welsh as clerk in a general store. In 1859, he removed on his father's farm where he has since resided. In 1852, he was married to Sarah J., daughter of Philo Atwood, of Springfield Township. From that marriage there has been five children - Elton, Arthur, Frank, Leora and William. Mr. and Mrs. Hine are members of the Congregational Church.

WILLIAM HINE, farmer ; P. 0. Tallmadge. This gentleman was born in New Haven Co., Conn., his birth occurring July 22, 1801. He lived at home until he was 9 3'ears old, and then went to work for a farmer in the neighborhood, where he remained five j^ears, and then returned home where, for about two ,years, he attended school during the winter season, and worked on the farm in the summer. In 1820, his father's family came to Ohio, and with them came our subject, who worked for his father until 1823. when he began clearing a piece of land of 50 acres, a part of the farm he now lives on. He now owns about 235 acres of wellimproved land. Dec. 24, 1823, he was united in marriage to Melia Root, who was a native of Waterbury, Conn. From that marriage there were three children - William E., of Livingston Co., 111.; Alvin A., of Tallmadge ; and Melia A., wife of T. F. Metlin, of Akron. Dec. 24, 1873, Mr. and Mrs. Hine celebrated the fiftieth anniversary of their wedded life ; about seventy of their friends assembled at the home of Mr. Hine, where thev showed the love and esteem they cherished for the pioneer couple. Jan. 25, 1881, Mrs. Hine departed this life at the age of 75 years. She was a Christian lady, a kind mother, and a loving wife. Mr. and Mrs. Hine were members of the Congregational Church.

DANIEL HINE, farmer ; P. 0. Tallmadge ; was born in New Haven Co., Conn, May 23, 1806. At the age of 14 3^ears his parents came to Ohio, settling in Tallmadge, Daniel assisting in clearing and working the farm until he was 27 years of age, when he purchased a piece of new land, which he cleared and occupied until 1837 ; then selling his farm, he went to Kentucky, where he remained the winter of 1838-39 ; when he returned to Tallmadge and settled on the farm he now occupies. Soon after he settled, he started a vineyard, carrying on the same successfully for several 3'ears. In 1830, he was married to Sally Caruthers, of Tallmadge, with whom he lived happily until 1869, when she died, at the age of 62 years. He married for his second wife, Sarah, widow of Caleb S. Clevis, of Yarmouth, Me. Mr. and Mrs. Hine are members of the Congi'egational Church, of Tallmadge. In politics, he is a Republican, and has always been identified with that party. He served as Coroner, and was appointed Deputy Sheriff. His father, Abraham, was a native of New Haven Co., Conn., where he was engaged in farming. In 1820, he came to Ohio, settling on a farm in Tallmadge ; he lived on the farm up to the time of his death, which occurred in 1856, at the age of 81 years. Mrs. Abraham Hine was born in Hartford Co., Conn., and lived until 1864 ; she was 88 years of age.

MICHAEL HAWK, farmer ; P. 0. Middlebury ; son of Philip and Margaret Hawk. They were natives of Germany, where thej^ were engaged in farming. In 1839, they came to Ohio, settling in Portage Co., on a farm ; they lived on the farm up to the time of their death. The father died in 1862 ; the mother, in 1874. There were five children in the family, our subject being the youngest who was born in Germany, Sept. 27, 1835, and came to Portage Co., Ohio, with his parents, in 1839. At the age of 21 3'ears he began farming, first working the homestead. In 1870, he bought the farm he now lives on. He began life a poor boy, but, b}' industr}' and economy, has accumulated a nice property, owning 144 acres of well-improved land in the southern part of the township. He was married to Albertenia Bletcler, daughter of Michael Bletcler, of Randolph, Portage Co. They have two children - x\lbert and L3'dia. Mr. and Mrs. Hawk are members of the Grace Church, of Akron.

C. A. JOHNSTON, farmer; P. 0. Tallmadge ; son of William and Elizabeth Johnston, whose sketch appears in this work. The subject was born in Green Township, Summit Co., July 16, 1842. His earl}^ life was spent on the farm and attending school. In 1860, he entered Mt. Union College, when he remained three years. After leaving college, he engaged in the oil business, in Pennsylvania and Medina Co.. where he conducted business successfully for two years. He then engaged in the coal business, in company with W. G. Johnston, which they carried on for six years. He then carried on the milling business, in the State mill, for one year. In 1876, he bought the farm he now lives on, of 104 acres of wellimproved land. In 1870, he was married to Sarah A. Swartz, of Franklin Township ; from that marriage there were three children, two of whom are living - Lizzie M. and Clara B.

CAPT. J. A. MEANS, Ex-County Clerk, Tallmadge; was born in Allegheny Co., Penn., in February, 1811. He obtained his education in the common district schools, and, at an early age, was apprenticed to the tanner's trade, at which he worked until he was 22 years old. In 1833, he came to Summit County, settling in Northfleld Township on a farm of unimproved land, and by hard work and econom}' , accumulated a fine propert}^ In 1836, he was appointed Deputy County Survej'or. He remained on the farm until about 1860, when he was elected Clei'k of the county. After serving part of his term, he organized Company C, 115th 0. V. I., of which he was made Captain, serving his countr}' three 3^eai's ; at the close of the war, he returned home and again engaged in farming. In 1870, he was re-elected Count}- Clerk, holding the office for three years, and. at the expii-ation of his term of office, he was elected Clerk of the cit}- of Akron, serving three years. In 1877, he pui'chased 12 acres of land adjoining Tallmadge Center, upon which he has made some very fine improvements. In 1835, he was united in marriage to Eliza Chapin, daughter, of A. Chapin, of Northfield. From that marriage there were six children, two of whom are living - Nathan A., of Akron, and E. A., wife of W. B. Marsh, of Tallmadge. In September, 1879, his wife died at the age of 68 years. In October, 1880, he married Mrs. M. V. Walton, widow of Dr. L. C. Walton, of Tallmadge. Mr and Mrs. Means are members of the Congregational Church of Tallmadge.

C. B. MAURER, barrel manufacturer, Tallmadge ; is a son of John J. and Sophia Maurer, who were natives of Prussia ; they came to Rochester, N. Y., in 1833. John J. was a barrelmaker, and worked at his trade previous to his coming to Rochester, where he was one of the largest manufacturers, doing business there for several years. He died from the effects of a wound caused b}' the explosion of a sky rocket, while celebrating the da}- the Atlantic cable was first laid. After his death, his oldest son carried on the business. C. B. was born in Rochester, N. Y., May 14, 1842, and obtained his education in the public schools of that city. At an early age, he entered his father's shop and worked there until he was of age. In 1864, he went to California and worked at his trade for about one j'ear, when he returned home, where he remained but a short time, when he went to Sandusky, Ohio, and thence to Da3'ton, where he was engaged as leader of an orchestra in a concert troupe. He traveled about six months, when he abandoned the troupe and came to Akron, where he has since been engaged in business, at first working at his trade. In 1868, he built a factory which has" since been enlarged. He employs about fift}^ men and manufactures about 180,000 barrels per year. In 1873, he, in company with Commins & Allen, built a large stave factory in Union City, Penn. In 1870, he was married to Miss Mai-y A. Dunnigan, of Akron, Ohio, who bore him four children. He purchased the property known as the Francis H. Upson property, in' 1880, where he still lives. By his industry and econom}-, he has accumulated considerable property.

MORRISS SISTERS, farmers ; P. 0. Middlebui-y ; are the daughters of Aaron and Sarah (Tsbell) Morriss. Mr. Morriss was a native of Winstead, Conn., where he lived until he reached manhood, in the meantime learning the carpenter's trade, and, at the age of 21, left home, and in company with l*eter Hepburn went to Georgia. Mr. Hepburn returned home soon after, leaving Mr. Morriss in a strange city among strangers. He was not among strangers but a short time, for his gentlemaiil}' bearing and conduct made him many friends. He was engaged in contracting and Imilding. and contributed $50 toward the erection of every church beingbuilt in the vicinity in which he lived. After an absence of thirteen years, he returned to New Haven, Conn., where he married Sarah Isbell, widow of Capt. Fregift Coggeshall. From that marriage, there were two daughters - America and Corene. After his marriage, he came to Tallmadge, settling on a farm, where he lived until he died in 1871, aged 74. He was one of the best workman in the country, and made part of the furniture in Yale College and other pul)lic buildings. Mrs. Morriss lived on the farm until she died, her death occurring in 1879, at the age of 78 years. America was born in Tallmadge, in 1835, and Corene in 1836. The}' attended school at Hudson for some time, and then entered the Ontario Female Seminary at Canandaigua, N. Y., where they remained until they were about to graduate. Tiiej' have lived on the farm ever since.

L. B. PIERCE, nursery-man and florist ; P. 0. Tallmadge ; is a son of Nathaniel and Minerva (Sanford) Pierce, whose father was a native of Litchfield Co., Conn., and came to Ohio in 1839. The mother was born near Burlington, Vt. Our sul)ject was born in Tallmadge Township, April 30, 1840. He lived at home until he was 20 years of age. He received his education in the common schools and the academy at Tallmadge, and, when 18 3-ears of age, was prepared to enter college. After completing his education, he returned to the farm, and there remained until 1864, when he enlisted in Co. D, 164th 0. N. G. At the close of the war, he returned home, and, in 1866, purchased 40 acres of the old homestead, and began improving it. He soon after turned his attention to fruit growing and nursery business, and has been engaged in the same pursuit up to the present time. For ^ears, he had been carefully reading works on landscape gardening, and, in 1880, he put his knowledge on the subject into practical use. He is considered a proficient landscape gardener, and, in 1881, opened an office in Cleveland, where he still visits. In 1873, he was married to Miss E. M. Bradley, of Kent. From that marriage, there is one child. In 1857, he united with the Congregational Church at Tallmadge.

John and Susan Gareheart, who were natives of Pennsylvania, and settled in Middlebury in 1836. The subject's father was a stonemason by trade, and worked at the same for several years. He moved to Portage Co., remained there a short time, then moved to Indiana, Mdiere he died. Our subject lived at home until 1849, when she married Jasper Pero, who was a native of France, and came to Ohio in 1832, settling in Springfield Township, where he was engaged in farming. He learned the potter's trade and worked at the same for several years in connection with farming. By his industr}' and economy he accumulated considerable money, and with it purchased a farm in Portage Co., which he afterward exchanged for the one now owned by Newton Dunbar, where he lived until his death, which occurred under very distressing circumstances. He was a great lover of horses, and every opportunity afforded him he would be found around them. March 16, 1877, while working about them, was kicked and instantly killed by one of his horses. He was the father of two children - Mary E., wife of Newton Dunbar, and Flora, wife of Daniel Beal, both of Tallmadge.

HERBERT A. PECK, farmer ; P. 0. Tallmadge ; is a son of Anthony and Harriet (Clark) Peck, who were natives of Milford, Conn., and came to Summit County in 1822, settling on a farm of 200 acres in Tallmadge Township, where he lived until he died. His death occurred in 1845. His widow survives him, and lives with her son Herbert. The subject of this sketch was born in Tallmadge Township Nov. 13, 1842. His childhood was spent on his father's farm. He attended the schools of his neighborhood and the academy at Tallmadge, where he procured a good education. He then turned his attention to farming, which business he is still engaged in. He owns 310 acres of valuable land, situated in the southern part of the township. He has always been identified with the Republican party, and has been Treasurer of the Summit County Agricultural Association for several years.

SHERMAN PETTIBONE, farmer; P. O. Middlebury ; is a son of Norman and Amelia Wetmore Pettibone. They were natives of Connecticut, where they were engaged in farming. Norman died in 1814, at the age of 45 3'ears. His widow married for her second hus- band Simeon Hart, of Burlington, Conn. There were six children from her first marriage and two from the latter. She died about the year 1860, at the age of 84 years. Our subject was born in Burlington, Conn., in 1809. His childhood was spent on the farm and attending the schools of his neighborhood and the academy at Burlington. After leaving school, he worked on a farm, and, at the age of 18, was employed by a New York merchant as clerk, for whom he worked two years. In 1830, he was employed by Jerome & Darrow, clock manufacturers, of Bristol, Conn., as salesman, traveling for that firm five j'ears through the Southern States. In 1835, he came to Ohio, settling in Tallmadge Township, where he has since resided. He owns 150 acres of valuable land, situated in the southern part of the township. Ma}' 20, 1835, he was united in marriage to Sarah B. Lambert, who was born in Orange, New Haven Co., Conn. From their union there were three children, as follows : Fanny E., widow of Philo Wright, of Detroit, Mich ; Sarah V., deceased, and Sherman B., who is associated with his father on the farm. He is a member of the Congregational Church of Tallmadge. Mr. Pettibone is a stanch Republican.

J. B. RICHARDSON, farmer ; P. 0. Tallmadge ; was born in Tallmadge April 5, 1834. His childhood was spent at home on the farm, his education being obtained in the common schools and the Academy of Tallmadge. When 21 years of age he began life for himself, first working for his father on the farm. In 1856, he went to Iowa and Illinois, where he remained for a short time, but returned in 1858 and purchased the farm he now occupies, 80 acres of well-improved land. In 1860, he was united in marriage to Miss Frances Evans, daughter of D. N. Evans, of Portage Co. The subject's father, E. Richardson, was born in Middlebury, Conn. In 1799, he lived at home on the farm until 1817, when he started across the country on foot, arriving in Tallmadge Township, where he worked at chopping for one year. Before leaving home he promised his parents to return in one year : he did so, walking the whole distance. He returned to Tallmadge and worked for Squire Whittlesey for two years, he then settled on 50 acres of land, where he remained the greater part of his life. In 1822. he was married to Elizabeth Porter, who was from

Waterbur}^, Conn. From that marriage there were three children - Mary, wife of S. H. Cooley, of Oneida, 111. ; Charles P. and J. B. Mrs. Richardson died in 1858, at the age of 55 years. In 1862, J. B., our subject, married Lauretta, widow of Amos Parker, of Geauga Co. Mr. and Mrs. Richardson are members of the Congregational Church, of Tallmadge.

GEORGE RIPLEY, farmer ; P. 0. Middlebury ; is a son of William and Elizabeth Ripley, of Yorkshire, England, and was born in Yorkshire in September, 1822. His father died when he was young, and he was obliged to work in a mine, serving until he was 21 years of age as an apprentice, for which he received his board and clothes. In 1850, he came to Ohio, settling in Clinton, where he worked a short time. He then removed to Coventry Township, where he worked for about two years. In 1852, he operated a coal bank, which he was engaged in for ten years, meeting with good success. In 1861, he purchased the farm he now lives on, consisting of 160 acres of well-improved land. In 1844, he was married to Martha Marsden, who was a native of Yorkshire, England. From that marriage there were eight children, four of whom are living, viz. : William, Charles, John and Eli. Mr. Ripley is a stalwart Republican, and b}' his industry and economy, has, from a poor bo}-, become a wealthv man.

C. A. SACKETT, farmer ; P. 0. Tallmadge ; is the seventh of a family of nine children born to Clark and Laura M. (Akin) Sackett, his birth occurring May 15, 1837, in Tallmadge Township. His father was a native of Warren, Conn. He remained at home until he was 21 years old, working on the farm and in his father's distillery. In 1814, he left home for the purpose of making a new home in the West ; he made the journey on foot, and, after a wearisome tramp, reached Tallmadge, and bought the farm now owned and occupied by our subject. He lived on this farm until a few years before he died. He united with the Congregational Church, at Tallmadge, while young, and was a devout and faithful member, and was also Deacon of the above-named Church for several years. He was twice married ; first to Cynthia Preston, who lived but about six weeks after their marriage. He married for his second wife, Laura M. Akin, who bore him nine children. She was a Christian ladv, and by her death the Congregational Church lost a proficient member. She died March 30, 1846. Mr. Sackett died May 14, 1862. Our subject's early life was spent on the farm, and he obtained his education in the common schools and the Academy of Tallmadge. After completing his education, he returned to the farm, where he remained until 1864, when he enlisted in Co. B, 164th 0. N. G. He was gone but about 100 days, and upon being released, he returned to the farm, where he has since lived. At the time of his father's death, he purchased the farm where he now resides. In 1861, June 25, he was married to Catharine Ashman, daughter of Russell and Marcia Ashman, of Tallmadge.

B. W. SKINNER, farmer ; P. 0. Tallmadge ; is a son of Solomon and Caroline (Waldo) Skinner, who were natives of Hartford, Conn. At the age of 18, the father of our subject enlisted in the war of 1812, and served his country in such a manner as becomes a true soldier. Soon after the war he came to Ohio, and, settling in Bath Township, he bought a farm of unimproved land, and, after many months of wearisome labor, he converted it into a pleasant home. He remained there until 1860, when he removed to Milan, Ohio, and there he died July 22, 1880, at the advanced age of 91 years. The subject of this sketch was born in Bath Township, April 6, 1835, his youth being spent on the farm, where he obtained his education in the common schools of his neighborhood. He worked on the farm until he was 18 years of age, and then came to Tallmadge Township, and worked at the same business for several years, at the expiration of which time he had accumulated considerable monej^ ; he then rented a farm, and soon after bought 33 acres of land, where he now resides, now inci'eased to 97 acres. In 1864, he enlisted in Co. D., 164th 0. N. G. At the close of the war, he returned to the farm, and has remained there ever since. In 1856, he was married to Laura Dickinson, of Northampton Township, who bore him five children, as follows - Laura E., Carlton B., Olive A., Lucy R. and Minnie M. Rev. 0. S. Skinner, brother of our subject, was a 3' oung man of bright prospects. He was much attached to him, and b}' his death the Church lost a proficient and active worker.

subject was a prominent man, and came to Tallmadge about the year 1808, and engaged in farming, settling on the farm now owned by Willard. He was extensively engaged in buying and shipping stock, and carried on the same successfully up to the time of his death. Our subject was born in Tallmadge Township, Oct. 4, 1851. He remained on the farm until he was 14 3'ears of age. He then went to live with his uncle. Dr. Sperr^^, of Tallmadge, with whom he lived until he was 20 3'ears of age, when he went to Colorado and remained one 3^ear. He then returned to Pennsylvania, remaining there for some time. While there, he acted as superintendent of a large lumber establishment. In 1877, he settled on the farm he now lives on. He has been engaged in the stock business extensivel3'. In 1874, he was mai'ried to Flora A., daughter of Weems Caruthers, of Tallmadge Township.

J. S. STROMAN, farmer ; P. 0. Munroe Fal!s ; is a son of Henr3' and Catharine (Stine) Stroman ; was born in Springfield Township, Summit Co., JUI3' 30, 1845. His youth was spent on the farm of his father, obtaining his education in the meantime in the schools of his neighborhood. In 1876, he settled on a farm of 117 acres of valuable land in the northeast corner of the township, where he has since resided. In 1872, he was united in marriage to Maggie, daughter of Thomas and Mary Ellis, of Thomastown, formerl3' of Wales. From Mr. Stroman's marriage, there has been one child. Mr. Stroman, although a 3^oung man, has accumulated a handsome property. He has always been identified with the Democratic party. Henr3' Stroman, the father of our subject, was boim in Union Co., Penn., in 1818, and came to Ohio with his parents in 1824. He remained at home until he was 25 3^ears of age, when he settled on a farm ; he then, worked at day's work for about three 3'ears. In 1850, he bought and settled on a farm of 40 acres, which he increased to 160. He has been an industrious man, and for his industr3^ he has been rewarded. He is now a well-to do farmer. There have been born two children in his family, J. P. and W. H.

H. H. STAHL, stoneware manufacturer, Tallmadge ; was born in Trumbull Co., Ohio, May 9, 1847, his parents, A. M. and Laura Stahl. being natives of Ohio, the father of Columbiana Co., and the mother of Trumbull Co.

The father of our subject was a farmer, and conducted the business successfully. In 1880, he removed to Ashtabula Co., where he still resides. His wife died in 1852, at the age of 35 years. Our subject's early life was spent on his father's farm and in attending the schools of the neighborhood. At the age of 15, he enlisted in Co. M. 2d Heavy Artillery, serving until the close of the war. At the close of the war, he returned to Ashtabula Co., and attended school for about one 3'ear, and finished his education in his native town. In 1866, he came to Mogadore, this count}^, and began to learn the potter's trade, serving as an apprentice one year. He then worked as journeyman for one 3'ear, and, in 1868, in company with J. Lee, operated a shop in Mogadore. This compan}' lasted about two and a half 3'ears. He then worked as journeyman for about one and a half years, and, in 1870, he, in company with T. H. Fenton, began the manufacture of stoneware in Tallmadge, the}' making man}- improvements, and carrying on the business successfully for about one year. In 1876, he purchased the works he now manages, and, having made man\' improvements, has now one of the best shops in town. In 1869, he was married to Laura Hale, daughter of A. M. Hale, of Springfield, whose sketch appears in this work. From that marriage there has been one child - Howard Austin. Mr. and Mrs. Stahl are members of the Methodist Episcopal Church of Tallmadge.

IRA P. SPERRY, sewer-pipe manufacturer. Tallmadge ; is a son of Lyman and Lydia (Peck) Sperry, the father being a native of New Haven Co., Conn., where he was engaged in farming. In 1819, he came to Tallmadge Township, settling on a farm in the northeastern part of the township, where he lived until he died, his death occurring in 1858, aged 86 years. Mrs. Sperr}' died in 1836, at the age of 52 years. Our subject was born in Waterbmy, Conn., in the year 1818. He came to Ohio with his parents in 1819, and lived on his father's farm until he was 14 3'ears of age, when he was apprenticed to a blacksmith to learn the trade, serving three and one-half years ; he then learned the carriage-ironing trade, which occupied three years ; he worked at the latter for one year. At the age of 21, attended school at Cu^'ahoga Falls for about one vear. Then engaged with William C. Oviatt, of Tallmadge, as a carriage-ironer, working for him for two years. In 1844, he purchased an interest in the works of William C. Oviatt, of Tallmadge, where they did a successful business. Their work was in use in ever^' section of the State and many other States. They had a carriage depository in Cincinnati for fourteen years, where they did business to the amount of $300,000, but sold his interest in 1871. In 1870, he engaged in sewer-pipe manufacturing, in company with S. J. Ritchie and Dr. Sperry, of Tallmadge. They did an extensive business until 1879, when their shops were destroyed b}' fire, which proved disastrous to the village of Tallmadge. The works were valued at $150,000, and were the best of the kind in the State. Sept. 27, 1841, he was united in marriage to Clarissa Carlton, daughter of Peter Carlton, of Portage Co., and from that marriage, the}- had six children, four of whom are living ; their names are as follows : Willis C, George P., Francis L. and Henry B. The first named is a practicing physician in York Co., Neb. Mr. Sperry is a stalwart in the Republican party. In 1858, was elected by the Free-Soil party as their Representative in the Ohio Legislature. Mr. and Mrs. Sperry are active members of the Congregational Church.

JESSE SPRAGUE, farmer; P. 0. Middlebury ; is the eighth of a family of eleven children born to Jonathan and Sarah Sprague ; they were natives of Sharon, Conn., where thej' were engaged in farming ; the father was a tanner and currier by trade, but worked very little at it, learning the shoemaker's trade, which he followed for several years ; in 1805, he came to Ohio, first stopping in Canfield, Mahoning Co., where he remained three years ; in 1808, he came to Tallmadge Township, settling on a farm ; this family was the fourth family in the township. Mr. Sprague died in 1837, at the age of 70, his widow dying in 1843 at the age of 64. Our subject was born in Tallmadge, Oct. 13, 1809, and lived at home until he was 21 years of age ; he then took charge of the farm, where he lived fifteen years ; in 1851, he purchased the farm he now occupies. In 1836, he married Sallie Y. Lane ; from that marriage there were two children - Rhoda, wife of David Foote, of Portage Co.. and Heman,''who is associated with his father on the farm. Mr. Sprague has alwaj'S voted with the Republican party.

Biogkappiical Sketches

DENNIS TREAT, farmer ; P. 0. Tallmadge ; sou of Samuel aud Alice (Westou) Treat, whose sketch appears in this work, was boru in Tallmadge May 28, 1831 ; his youthful daj's were spent on the farm ; he obtained his education in the common schools and the academy of Tallmadge ; he lived on the farm until he was of age ; at the time of his father's death he purchased the old homestead, where he has since resided. In 1864, he enlisted in Co. D, 164th 0. N. Gr., aud, while in service, was stationed at Arlington Heights ; after his release from the service he returned to the farm, where he has since resided ; he owns 200 acres of valuable land, which he has farmed successfully. In 1874, he was elected President of the Summit Co. Agricultural Society ; he had previous to this date acted as Vice President of the same society. In 1857, he was united in marriage to Rhoda H., daughter of Dr. Philo Wright, of Tallmadge ; from that marriage there have been four children, viz., Alice W., Florence S., Hiram B. and Henry W. Mr. and Mrs. Treat are members of the Congregational Church of Tallmadge.

HARRIET E. TREAT, fiirmer ; P. 0. Tallmadge ; is the widow of Lemuel P. Walcott, who was born in Tallmadge Aug. 18, 1831; his childhood was passed on the farm, where he remained until he had grown to manhood ; he obtained his education in the common schools, the Windom Academy and the Nelson High School ; after completing his education, he returned to the farm, and there lived until it was divided between himself and brothers. In November, 1856, he married Harriet E., daughter of Richard and Amoret Treat, who shared his happiness until death separated them ; he died Nov. 10, 1876, at the age of 45 years ; he was a man much missed in the surroundingcommunity in which he lived, for his amiable disposition, gentlemanly bearing and devotion to his church. He was the father of three children - Mary E., Flora I. and Bryan T. - all at home. Mrs. Wolcott still lives on the farm, is comfortabl}' situated, with hosts of sympathizing friends, who with her share the loss of a kind husband and loving father.

PHILIP THOMAS, coal operator, Tallmadge ; is a son of John and Rachel Thomas, both of whom were natives of Wales, where the subject was born in 1825, in the shire of Monmouth. AYhen 8 years old, Philip went to work in a coal-mine and was thus employed until 1851, when he emigrated to America. Coming direct to Ohio, he settled in Summit County, Tallmadge Township, where he has since resided, with the exception of two years he passed in the township of Coventry. For a short time he worked in the coal-bank of W. H. Harris, and then came to the Upson banks which he and Wm. T. Owen leased in 1868. Four years later he secured his partner's interest and is doing a good business, employing some forty men, and mines about 15,000 tons annuall}'. Mr. Thomas has b}^ industry and econom}' secured a position in life that reflects credit on himself and shows what can be accomplished, even under adverse circumstances by a determined will. His marriage was celebrated in 1849, Miss Sarah Williams becoming his wife. Their union has been crowned with twelve children, eight of whom are living, viz., John, Mary, Philip, Llewellyn, Henry, Morgan, Frank and Willie. Mrs. Thomas is a consistent member of the Welsh Congregational Church. He is a Republican. - ANDREW TREAT, farmer; P. 0. Tallmadge ; was born iu New Haven Co., Conn., Dec. 22, 1799. He spent his youthful days on the farm ; he obtained his education in the common schools and the academ}' of his native town. In 1823, he came to Tallmadge Township, and settled on a farm of 109 acres of partly cleared land, where he has since resided. He now owns about 525 acres of well-improved land. He has given his attention to farming exclusively, and by his industrious and economical habits has become the wealthiest man of his township. April 24, 1823, he was married to Marrietta N. Treat, who was born in New Haven Co., Conn. From that marriage there has been two children - Joseph A., of Cleveland, and Julia E., wife of F. F. Fenn, of Tallmadge. Mr. and Mrs. Treat are members of the Congregational Church of Tallmadge, uniting with the same over sixty years ago. April 24, 1823, they celebrated the fiftieth anniversary of their marriage day.

S. C. TAYLOR, farmer ; P. 0. Middlebury ; was born in Tallmadge Oct. 29, 1837, and is the only child living of a family born to Elijah and Betsey (Clinton) Taylor. Elijah Taylor was a native of Massachusetts, his birth occurring in 1796. He lived on the farm until 1816, when he came to Ohio, settling in Portage

Co., where he remained ten ^ears, and while there was engaged in farming. In 1826, he I'emoved to Tallmadge and settled on a farm. He was a thrifty farmer, and b}- his industry and economy accumulated a large amount of property. He died Feb. 10, 1872, at the age of 76. His wife was a native of Trumbull Co., Ohio, her parents settling there at an early da}'. She bore him two children - S. C. being the only surviving one. His early life was spent on the farm. He obtained his education in the schools of his neighborhood. He has always been engaged in farming on the farm on which he was raised. In 1860, he was married to Sarah Hagenbaugh, of Tallmadge, who bore him one child, viz., Albert VV. She died Dec. 7, 1864. He married for his second wife Sarah 3IcNeal, daughter of James and Sarah McNeal, who are residents of Pennsylvania. From the last union there has been three children, viz., Minnie E., Charles C. and Howard H.

STANLEY TREAT, farmer; P. 0. Tallmadge ; is the third of a family of six children born to Samuel and Alice (Weston) Treat, who were natives of Connecticut, and came to Tallmadge in 1818. Samuel Treat obtained his education in the common schools of New Haven Co., where he remained until he came to Ohio. In 1818, he walked across the country, reaching Tallmadge after a long and tiresome tramp. He purchased 300 acres of land in the southeast corner of the township, upon which he settled the year following. In 1820, he was married to the above-named lady, who bore him six children, five sons and one daughter. Three of the sons died after reaching manhood. Samuel, Jr., was a prominent law^^er of Williams Co., and by his death the county lost one of its most enterprising men. Henry was a farmer of Northampton Township, and H. B., a graduate of the Western Reserve College and a proficient scholar, died in Mississippi after a short illness. While there he was engaged in school-teaching. The father of our subject lived on the farm up to the time of his death he was a leading man in church and societ}- circles*^ The subject of this sketch was born on his father's farm in Tallmadge June 6, 1826. He obtained his education in the common schools and at the Tallmadge Academy. After completing his education he returned to the farm, where he remained until he was 25 years of age. He then bought a farm of 160 acres in Northampton Township, where he remained four j-ears. He then returned to the homestead and lived there a short time. In 1868, he bought the farm he now lives on of 155 acres of valuable land. In 1852, he married Eliza Stilwell, of Portage Co., who bore him one child - Arabella. Mrs. Treat died in 1861. He married for his second wife Charity M. Kent, daughter of Martin Kent, of Mogadore. From that marriage there are two daughters, both at home.

D. B. TREAT, farmer ; P. 0. Tallmadge ; is a son of Calvin and Jane Treat. The father was a native of Orange, Conn. ; he came to Ohio in 1824, settling in Tallmadge Township, on a farm of 300 acres. He cleared the farm, and sold about 90 acres ; the remainder he kept and occupied until 1864. Mrs. Treat died, and he married for his second wife Elizabeth, widow of Harvey Hinman. After they left the farm, they took up their residence at Tallmadge Center. Our subject was born in Tallmadge, in December, 1836, and attended the schools of his neighborhood, the academy at Tallmadge, and the college at Hudson. After leaving college, he began teaching school, being engaged in that occupation for several years. In 1863, he enlisted in the 5th Independent Company of 0. V. S. S., and was with Sherman through Georgia. He was gone two years, and after he returned engaged in farming, being engaged in the same up to the present. In 1861, was married to Catharine Price, daughter of Cyrus and Jane Price. They have four children - Calvin, Fannie, Edward and Elizur. Mr. and Mrs. Treat are members of the Congi'egational Church of Tallmadge.

DANIEL A. UPSON, farmer ; P. 0. Tallmadge. This gentleman was born in Worthington, Franklin Co., Ohio, Feb. 17, 1821, where his youth was spent. His parents moved to Tallmadge while he was 3'oung, and there entered the Academy, and at that institution he received the greater part of his education. After leaving school, he attended to the farm duties, and there remained for several 3'ears preceding the death of his father, and at the time of his father's death he inherited the old homestead, where he still resides. In addition to his farming interests, he has a large interest in the coal-banks known as the Upson banks. In 1859, he conducted a fair in Cuyahoga Falls, the fii'st one of the kind ever held there, and spared neither time or funds to make it a success. He had the fleetest horses of his day on the grounds, such as Flora Temple and other horses of like pedigree. He has many interests in Akron, among them are the oatmeal mills, etc. Mr. Upson never married, but is living on his farm, and is one of the most active men in church or society circles. Feb. 17, 1881, he was surprised b}- over 100 of his many friends, who assembled at his house for the purpose of showing the friendship they cherished for him. The parents of our subject, Dr. Daniel and Polly (Wright) Upson, were natives of Connecticut, and came to Ohio in an early day. Dr. Upson's youth was spent on the farm and in attending the schools of his neighborhood, where he received a liberal education. He was engaged in teaching school for several years, and at the same time studying medicine. He graduated in medicine, and then sought a home in Ohio ; he first located in Trumbull Co., where he remained several years, and, in 1818, he removed to Franklin Co., settling in Worthington, and there remained until 1832, when he removed to Tallmadge. He was elected Representative, b}' the people of Franklin Co., several times. After his removal to Tallmadge, he discontinued his practice, paying special attention to his coal banks. He married Polly, daughter of Deacon Elizur Wright, of Tallmadge, but formerly of Connecticut. She was a Christian ladj', an amiable wife and kind mother.

WILLIAM UPTON, farmer; P. 0. Tallmadge ; was born in the County of Kerry, Ireland, June 24, 1814. At the age of 16 j-ears, he took passage on a vessel bound for Quebec. When out about sixteen da}' s, and off the coast of Nova Scotia, the vessel was wrecked, having on board 303 passengers, men, women and children. The captain ordered the women and children to be taken ashore (which was two miles distant) first, then the older men. and by that time the vessel was fast going to pieces. Our subject, with eleven other young men, was advised by the captain to swim the distance. They undertook it, and eleven of them reached shore in an exhausted condition. He saved nothing from the wreck, and went three days without food. He started off in search of food or a settlement, and, after traveling for some time, saw a small boat belonging to a fishing smack. He told the occupants of the disaster, who took them aboard of the smack, and brought them to Louisburg, N. S. The passengers of the illfated vessel, with the exception of our subject, were taken to Quebec. He remained in Louisburg for three months. He then worked his way to Boston, on board a coal vessel. From there he went to Albany and Schenectady, N. Y., where he remained a short time. In 1833, he came to Ohio, settling in Summit Co., and engaging in shoemaking for six ^^ears at Tallmadge Center. He then settled on a farm of 220 acres, where he has since resided. In 1836, he married Maria Sprague, daughter of Jonathan Sprague, of Tallmadge. From that marriage, there were six children, one of whom is living - - Rev. J. S. Upton, of Bridgewater, N. Y. Mrs. Upton died in 1873. He married, for his second wife, Mrs. Kate Murphy, of Akron. The father of our subject, Capt. John Upton, had, from a boy, followed the seas. His mother was Mary Fuller, who was a consistent and earnest member of the Church of England.

A. A. VIALL, farmer; P. 0. Tallmadge; was born in Harrisburg, Penn., Nov. 29, 1848. He remained at home until he was 16 years of age, receiving his education in the common schools of his neighborhood. In 1864, he enlisted in 184th 0. V. I., where he remained until the close of the war. After his return home, he was engaged as engineer on a steamboat. He then worked on the Pittsburgh & Cleveland Railroad, where he fired a locomotive. He was then engaged by J. A. Caruthers to take charge of machinery in his mill. In 1878, he purchased, in company with C. D. Caruthers, the mill he now operates. In 1879, he was united in mar- I'iage to Helen Caruthers, daughter of J. A. Caruthers, of Tallmadge, whose family settled there in an early day from Connecticut. Mr. Viall is a strong Republican, and has always been identified with that part}'.

DR. AMOS WRIGHT, physician, Tallmadge ; the first white male child born in Tallmadge Township, and his birth occurred Oct. 5, 1808 ; his parents. Dr. Amos and Lydia (Kinne}') Wright, were natives of Connecticut, he coming to Trumbull County in 1801, where he remained until 1802, when he returned to Connecticut and married the above-named lad}', who was the daughter of Rev. Aaron Kinney. After his marriage, he came to Trumbull County, where he remained until 1808 ; he then came to Tallmadge where he remained until he died.

He was the first practicing ptiysician in this section of the State, and his practice was extensive. Our subject attended the academy in Tallmadge until he was 14 years old, and then went on the farm where he remained until he was 19 years of age. Tn 1827, he began the study of medicine in his father's office, where he remained two years ; he then went to Cincinnati and attended lectures in; 1829 and 1830. In 1831 and 1832, he attended lectures at Yale College. He returned to Tallmadge in 1833, and opened a drug store in Middlebury, conducting the business for one year, then removed to Trumbull County and practiced medicine for two years. He returned to Tallmadge in 1836, and has remained there ever since. He has an extensive circuit of practice, visiting patients in Portage, Stark and Summit Counties. On the 31st day of March, 1831, he was united in marriage to Clemence C. Fenn, who bore to him nine childi'en, six of whom are living - Stella, Celia, Ellen M., Julia I., Darwin E. ; Samuel St. John associated with his father in his practice ; H. M., Sarah E. and Alice are the names of those deceased. Alice was well and widely known in social and musical circles, and had distinguished herself as a singer of more than ordinary ability ; she died in 1874, at the age of 23 years. March 31, 1881, Dr. and Mrs. Wright celebrated the fiftieth anniversary of their wedded life by a golden wedding, given by them at their home, and entertained a host of conoratulatina: friends.

J. G. ALEXANDER, merchant, Northfield ; is one of the rising young merchants of Summit County ; born in Cleveland, May 6, 1848 ; son of Hamill and Martha (Nesbit) Alexander. The father of our subject was born Aug. 6, 1818, in West Pennsylvania ; son of James Alexander, whose ancestors hail from " Bonnie Scotland." He came West with his son Hamill in 1838, locating in Cuyahoga County, and engaged in agricultural pursuits, bringing his son up to this calling, whose marriage with Miss Nesbit occurred Nov. 17, 1842, whose birth is recorded April 7, 1822, born in Wheatfield Township, Indiana Co., Penn., daughter of John and Ann (Matthews) Nesbit, who came West from Pennsylvania, locating in the township in 1831. After the marriage of Hamill Alexander, he remained one year on the farm ; then removed to Cleveland, where he lived nine years, being engaged in the mercantile business. From there he moved to Macedonia, this township, engaging in the lumber business, where he remained until his death, which took place July 4, 1854. To him were born a family of three children, viz., John N., now residing in Lansing, Mich.; James Gr. and Martha J. (now the wife of Dr. J. C. Bryson, of La C3'gne, L}- nn Co., Kan.). James Gr., at the deatli of his father, was but a lad of 6 years ; being then thrown upon his own resources, he has since that time rowed his own craft. When a mere lad, he hired out by the week, receiving $5 per mouth, and continued on in this wa}' until he accumulated means to enable him to engage in business for himself In 18G9, he moved with his mother and sisfer to Johnson Co., Mo., and farmed four years, which gave him more experience than profit. Returning, in November, 1872, to this town, he engaged as a clerk for Lyons, Logan & McClellan, remaining with them one year and a half, and then engaged one year with E. A. Palmer & Brother as traveling salesman. April 13, 1876, he married Ellen F. Love, daughter of John and Jane Love, of Coshocton County. The May following, he succeeded J. D. Lyon & Co., and has since been engaged in general merchandising, and is doing a safe and lucrative business. His business has increased to double its first dimensions. He is now handling all kinds of farm machinery, engines and threshers. He is energetic and an excellent business man. March 20, 1878, his lovely wife passed to the land " beyond the river," leaving him companionless. She bore him one child - Jennie - who sleeps in the cemetcr}- beside her. Since the death of his wife, his mother has been his comforter and housekeeper. Mr. Alexander and mother are members of the U. P. Church, as also was her father.

MRS. JANE W. BACON, retired, Northfield ; was born Nov. 16, 1811, in Jetferson Co., this State, to James and Sarah (McClintick) Pritchard. Her father was ijorn in Maryhiud, son of William Pritchard, to whom was born three children. The father of Sarah McClintick was James, whose wife was Mar}' Williamson ; they raised a family of six children, whose names were Mary, Rachel, Nancy, Sarah, James and Samuel. James, the father of the above, was a Commissary during the war of the Revolution, and was pi'esent at the battle of Bunker Hill. To James and Sarah Pritchard were born two children - Jane W. (Mrs. Bacon) and Sarah. His first marriage was with Tabitha White, by whom he had eight children ; two of the number, Hezekiah and William, were soldiers in the war of 1812 ; William was Captain, his brother Hezekiah dying in the service. Mrs. Bacon's father removed West to Jefferson Co. in the latter part of the last century, locating in Steubenville ; he was a man of superior ability and talent, was a Judge of the Court of Steubenville, and was one of the framers of the State Constitution and a member of the State Legislature, when they met at Chillicothe ; here he died Feb. 6, 1813. His wife survived him until 1856 ; she was for sixty years a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church. Mrs. Bacon was married June 22, 1828, to David C. Bacon, who was born in Genesee Co., N. Y.. July 18, 1803 ; he was a son of Isaac and Nancy (Cranmer) Bacon. Isaac Bacon came to Ohio, locating in this township, on Lot C3, in 1807, where he cut down a few trees and erected a cabin ; while this was in progress, parties who were cutting the road leading from Hudson to Cleveland, hearing the sound of his ax, knowing the country to be uninhabited, started in quest of the unknown woodsman, and there found the frontiersman busy at his work ; and, in honor to him, and for his accommodation, changed the direction of the road and run it past his domicile ; hence the crook in the road which has since existed as a landmark in the township. This pioneer of Northfield Township died November, 1812 ; his son, David C, succeeded him in the ownership of the farm, and remained in the townsliip until his death, which occurred Oct. 22, 1880. Five children were born to him, of whom but two are living, viz. : Sarah J. (now the wife of Dr. B. F. Roy, of Geauga Co., this State) and Miles

P., who is a resident of this township. Reason P. died June G, 1859, at the age of 31, leaving no issue. Mrs. Bacon has been a member of Methodist Episcopal Church over fifty years, and was the first to experience religion in the township, and for one 3'ear was the onl}^ professor of religion in the township ; she resides on her farm of 130 acres, which was settled by the elder Bacon, her house being the first frame built in the township.

NOEL BECK, farmer ; P. 0. Northfield ; was born Feb. 17, 1818, near Salem, Columbiana Co.; son of Paul and Mary (Dickinson) Beck ; Paul was born in Loudoun Co.,Va., son of Preston Beck, to whom was born Edward, Paul, John, Richard, Mary, Esther, Phebe Ann and Rachel ; Mary Dickinson was born in Redstone, in New Jersey ; her mother's maiden name was Martha Hatfield ; the father of Mary Dickinson was named Jesse Dickinson, whose mother's name was Sarah Richardson before marriage ; the family on both sides were of Quaker families. Preston Beck came out to Columbiana Co. with his famil}' before the commencement of the present century, being one of the pioneers of that count}'. Paul Beck was twice married - first, to Mary Dickinson, who bore him eight children ; those who grew up, were Matilda, Jesse, Joseph, Noel and Martha ; his second marriage was to Rachel Foster, b}' whom he had eight children. Noel came to Bedford in 1834. June 1, 1840, he was married to Maria Sheets, born March 28, 1819, in Columbiana Co.; her parents were George and Sarah (McConners) Sheets ; he was born Nov. 30, 1783, she March 5, 1787 ; he was a sailor when young . they were born and married in New Jerse}' ; their nuptials are recorded as taking place in the 3'ear 1808 ; to them were born ten children, nine of whom grew up. George Sheets and wife, with two other families, composed of Father McConners and wife, and Robert Thomas and his wife, all came out in 1812 together, in a two-horse wagon containing what little of this world's goods the}' possessed. Soon after Mr. Sheets' arrival in the State, he was drafted into the war of 1812. His father's name was Yose}', who married Elizabeth Kuntz, and by her he had seven children - John, Joseph, William, Samuel, George, Adam and Betsey. Mr. Beck, at the time of his marriage, had notiiing l)ut his hands and his worthy wife to begin with ; not having the money to buy any furniture, he turned in and made his own table, chairs, and such articles as they were obliged to have, which served them until they could afford " store " furniture ; he bought 40 acres " in the woods," of his father, costing $400, 3'et in four 3'ears had it paid for ; after living on this farm ten years, he sold it for $700 and moved to this township, purchasing 93 acres on Lot 13 for $1,400, but afterward cost him $300 more, in consequence of a dower lien coming to light which he had to square off ; he lived on this place three years and located where he now resides, where he has 101 acres. Four children liave been born to him - Mary (Mrs. Charles Pell), Clarkson and Alice (Mrs. John A. EUett), all of this township. Mrs. Beck is a member of the Disciples' Church. Mr. B. is not a member of any denomination, but is a good Republican.

CLARKSON BECK, farmer ; P. 0. Bedford ; was born in Bedford Township, Cuvahoga Co., March 20, 1847, the fourth of the family, and the third of the number who grew up. He removed with his parents to this township when about 3 years of age, his father first locating on the " ledge." Clarkson remained with his parents until he was 25 j-ears of age. Jan. 14, 1872, he married Rebecca J. Stanley, who was born 1851, in Columbiana Co., this State, daughter of Waddj' and Lydia (Mather) Stanley. Her father was born in Virginia, Sept. 4, 1816, and her mother on Feb. 2, 1822, in Pennsvlvania. Waddy was a son of Waddy, Sr., who was the parent of ten children, viz., Joel, Samuel, Thomas, Waddy, Precilla, Luc}', Nanc}^, Rebecca, Anna and Deborah. Lydia was a daughter of John and Catharine (Smith) Mather, to whom were born ten children - Samuel, Thomas, Sarah, Daniel, Jessie, Ann, William, James, Lydia and John. To Mrs. Beck's parents were born Catharine A., Joshua L., Rebecca J. and Thomas, who died at 4 years of age ; Edgar W. died when 16 months' old. The Stanleys and Mathers are Quakers. The Mathers were Hicksites ; the Stanleys were Guernseys. The old gentleman died March 31, 1871, and his wife "March 30, 1861. Since Mr. Beck's marriage, he has been a resident of the snug farm of 82 acres, which he now owns. He has three children, viz., Bertha May, Mattie Jane and (reorge D. Mr. Beck is among the enterprising 3'oung men of the count}'. He has a pleasant

GEORGE L. BISHOP, farmer ; P. 0. Northfield ; born Jan. 23, 1842, at the center of Nortiifield ; is the youngest of a family of three children of Orin and' Celina (Lilley) Bishop. George was 3 3'ears of age when his father died, and was then raised by Mr. Seidell, his step-father, who taught him the wagonmaker's trade. In August, 1861, he enlisted in Co. K, 19th 0. V. I., for three years, and after the expiration of his time, re-enlisted and served until the close of the war, receiving his discharge in November, 1865. He served in seventeen battles ; his first was Shiloh or Pittsburg Landing, then ^Mission Ridge, Chickamauga and winding up with the battle at Nashville, when Hood attempted to match W. T. Sherman - to invade the enemj-'s countr}-. It can be said of Mr. Bishop that he was a true and valiant soldier dui'ing all his time of service, aijd was always with his command, with the exception of five months, when he was in the hospital in consequence of wounds received at Stone River, and during this time the regiment were not in any engagement. Upon his return home from service, he resumed his trade at the Center with Mr. Seidell, remaining with him two years. He then engaged with a New York firm, and for six years was their general agent, having the State to canvass in the interests of patent medicine. After which, he and his brother Clark purchased a farm together, which they carried on some time, when he sold his share to his brother. Dec. 31, 1819, he married Martha Way, who was born May 4, 1850, in England, daughter of Charles Wav, who came to the country in 1859. Since his marriage he has resided at Brandywine. Both he and his wife are members of the M. E. Church. He is also a member of A.. F. & A. M., and a 103'al Republican.

and came with Alfred and Jesse to New Hartford, Litchfield Co., Conn., where his brother j Walter was engaged as foreman in a cotton [ factor}'. Here Sidney found employment for two years, and then went to Stockbridge, Berkshire Co., where he engaged for two years more in a factory at that place. In company with two others, he started West in May, 1841, and, after a long, tedious journey of adventures, they came to Hudson, where he engaged in brick-yard shoveling, at $7 per month. Here he sta^-ed six months, and then worked three years in a i hat store, for Mr. Strong, after which he went | back to England, and brought out his parents, and after staying one year with them in York State, he came back to Hudson, where he pur- 1 chased GO acres of land where he now resides, there being then a small clearing on the same. Here Mr. Beaney has since lived, and though poor when he commenced life, he has at length become prosperous, having now 180 acres of land, with excellent buildings thereon. His father died suddenly of heart disease in March, 1864, and his mother died the following September. June 28, 1858, Mr. Beaney was married to Mary Roughton, born March 19, 1836, in Cambridgeshire (March Parish). She was the daughter of Benjamin and Sarah (Thompson) Houghton. To Benjamin and Sarah Boughton were born twelve children, of whom seven grew up : Alice, Rachel, John, Rebecca, John and John R., twins ; Mary and Sarah (also twins) ; Keziah, Thomas, Jemima and James. The father of Mrs. Beaney died when she was 8 years of age. She came to America with her mother in 1847, and located in Strongsville. Her mother died November, 1873. She was a Free- Will Baptist, and her husband a Calvinist, in belief Mr. and Mrs. Beaney are members of the Baptist Church. They have three children, viz., Walter, Sidney and Sarah J.

AMBROSE W. BLISS, farmer; P.O. Northfield. The Bliss family trace their origin to one Thomas Bliss, who was born in England about the year 1550, the name having been traced from the Norman-French Blois through the forms Bloys, Blyse, Blysse and Blisse to the American Bliss. The family is supposed to be of Norman descent, having come to England with Wilham the Conqueror, and it is thought b}' some to have been connected with the Norman kinga. The history of the American family begins with the Puritan brothers

George Bliss and Thomas Bliss, Jr., who came to America to escape religious persecution, landing in Boston in 1635. Thomas Bliss died at Hartford in 1640. Four of his five sons came to Springfield, Mass., in 1643, and their mother, Margaret Bliss, soon followed, making the journey in five days through the forests to Hartford. She bought a tract of land on the Connecticut River, through which now extends Margaret and Bliss streets, named for them. From her comes the " Springfield famil}'," which is now scattered over the world, having three of its members missionaries in Turkey, while others have been traced to Asia, Africa and Australia. Among the famous members and descendants of the family are Ralph Waldo Emerson and the late P. P. Bliss, the singer, who was a descendant of the original Thomas Bliss. Ambrose W. Bliss is a native of Vermont, born in Jericho Township, Chittendon Co., Dec. 6, 1806, and the eighth child of a family of eleven children, viz.: Julius, Cynthia, Fannie, Hosea, Timoth}', Laura, Lucia, Ambrose W., Lavina, George, and one deceased, born to Timothy and Anna (Campbell) Bliss, both of whom were natives of Connecticut. Timotlw was born Feb. 16, 1769, Anna Feb. 2, 1769. Ambrose was brought up on a farm. At the age of 18, he left home and learned the carpenter and millwright's trade. In the fall of 1833, he came to this State, working on the public works in the harbor at Cleveland and Black River, where he had charge of a force of men for some time. May 9, 1839, he married Emehne Palmer, born April 5, 1815, in Windsor, Conn., daughter of Hezekiah H. and Abigail (Taylor) Palmer. Mrs. Bliss was the second of a famil}- of six who grew to maturity. Since Mr. Bliss was married he has been a constant resident of the township. When he first came, he and his brother Hosea purchased 148 acres (Lot 76) in partnership, upon which Hosea built a logcabin. Ambrose in the meantime located onehalf mile south of the Center on a tract of 30 acres, upon which he lived about three years and a half He then purchased 165 acres at the Center, where he has since resided. While he has carried on farming since his coming, yet he has in the meantime been engaged at his trade, having built nearly all the aqueducts and lock-gates on the canal between Brecksville and Cleveland. Being an excellent work man, his services have been brought into requisition by the public. Mr. Bliss is one of the self-made men of this township. He has been industrious, prudent and economical, and has now 240 acres of good land. Since the dissolution of the Whig party, he has been a Republican, and has filled several offices of trust in the township and served two years as Commissioner of the county. He is not a member of any orthodox church, yet is a supporter of the Gospel and a friend to all religious orders and enterprises that are calculated to advance the interests of the community at large. He is a life member of the American Bible Society. He and his family patronize liberally the newspapers and monthly periodicals. Of four children born three are living - Ellen, Lorin and George. Horace was a member of Co. C, 115th 0. V. I.; enlisted August, 1862, and died Feb. 20, 1863, of disease contracted in the army. All the Bliss family are Republicans with the exception of George Bliss, who was a Democrat. He represented this county in the State Legislature.

C. J. CHAFFEE, farmer and stock-raiser ; son of Comfort and Perses (Skinner) Chaffee, was boi'n in Hampden Co., Mass., April 14, 1817. Comfort's father bore the same name ; he was a son of Asa, who was the son of Asa, Sr., which makes Comfort J., whose name heads this sketch, of the fifth generation from Asa Chaffee, Sr. The Chaflfee family were among the stanch families in the Colonial times ; nine of the family were represented in the war of the Revolution. Comfort, Sr., married Mary Bliss ; their children were Comfort, Joel and Bliss. To Comfort and Perses were born ten children, of whom Polly (Mrs. G. Smith), settled in Springfield, Mass.; Rodolphus died in Michigan ; John M. died in Springfield, Mass. ; Jonathan S. died in Grand Haven, Mich. ; Perses married S. Hunt, and raised four children ; William P. lives in Wilberham, on his grandfather's place, and Electa settled in Hampden. Mr. Chaflfee's great-uncle, Isaiah Ephraim, was among the number who chased the wolf in the den, which Maj. Putnam captured. Isaiah and William were at Braddock's defeat. Isaiah was in command of the wagontrain, and was attacked b}' the Indians ; Isaac fought with desperation, and was finally shot, but had slain nine of the dusk}' warriors ere he received his death wound. Subject, being of a mechanical turn of mind, worked in machine-shops, and was engaged for some time in the armory at Millberry - engaged in the manufacture of pistols and spring-bow callipers; also, at Chickopee Falls, on slide wrenches. He came West in 1840, and worked at Brecksville a short time ; then went to Elyria, and assisted in building the first machinery used in the. mills by Herrick & Palmer; with this firm he remained nearl}' three years. June 24, 1845, he was married to Asenath Ward Ferry, born Nov. 13, 1819, in Massachusetts, a daughter of Noah Ferry and Rebecca Ward. Noah was born in Palmer, Mass., 1783 ; he had two sons and four daughters, whose names were James A., Asenath W., Sophia J., Rebecca, Maria and Noah F. Noah was a son of Judah and Hannah (Cooley) Ferry. Rebecca Ward was a daughter of Reuben Ward, whose wife was Rebecca (Firbush) Wood, a daughter of Dr. Wood. Reuben was a son of Lieut. Urijah Ward, and a brother of Sheriff's Asa, Calvin and Dr. John Ward. Perses, the mother of C. J., was a daughter of Jonathan V. and Drusilla (Perrin) Skinner, to whom were born five children - Aaron, who was a noted lawyer, George, Frank, Orin and Jonathan, who was a manufacturer. The Skinners were from England, and were among the first settlers in America. Mr. Chaffee has been a z-esident of this township for many ^-ears ; he has been a successful farmer and has 375 acres of land, situate in the west part of the township ; said farm is well adapted to farming and pasturage. The spars of Commodore Perry's boat were cut off this land, also the timber of which the vessel "Sardis" was built. Mr. Chaffee has been in the past quite extensively engaged in the dairy business, running 70 cows, but more recently is engaged in stock-raising. He has two children - Lucian M. and Anna M., now Mrs. Dr. Franklin M. Coates, in Berea, Cuyahoga Co.

Z. F. CHAMBERLIN, farmer; P. 0. Macedonia. The Chamberlin famil}- of this county, originated from William Chamberlin, who came from England to Connecticut, in 1780 ; his wife was Jemima Skinner. Amos, his son, married Jerusha Crane, bj' whom he had five sons and four daughters, viz., Horace A., Harris B., Schuyler M., Orville W., Henr\' H., Laura, Jerusha, Catharine and Cordelia. Horace A., was born in Hudson Township, March 24. 1819 ; Sept. 24, 1839, he married

Anna Post, who was born Nov. 28, 1820, in Hudson Township, daughter of Zina and Marena (Kellogg) Post. Zina was born in Saybrook, Conn., son of Joshua, who died in Connecticut. Marena was a daughter of Bradford Kellogg, a native of Vermont, who entered the Revolutionary war when young, and who being undersize, stood on a log at the time of inspection to raise him him to regulution height. Zina Post was a soldier in the war of 1812, and at one time 250 of Hull's soldiers encamped one night on his premises and partook of his hospitalit3^ To Horace and Anna (Post) Chamijerlin were born six children - Zina F. and Francis A., now in Newburg in the wire works; Edward A., at Cuyahoga Falls, in rivet manufacturing ; Horace A. and Willie E., on the homestead ; Delos (deceased) ; Horace A., died Oct. 30, 1876 ; his wife is yet living. Zina F. and his father were born on the same farm. March 20, 1862 ; he married Sarah A. Paxson, born in Stark Co., Lexington Township, Ohio, April 20, 1841, daughter of Heston C. and Rachel (Ingledue) Paxson, her father was born Feb. 17, 1794, in Lancaster Co., Penn., son of William, whose ancestors came from England. Rachel Ingledue was a daughter of Blackstone and Nellie (Wheat) Ingledue, to whom were born, seven chikh'en - Reason, Eber, William Rachel, Parmelia and Ellen. To Heston and Rachel Paxson were born four children whose names are Ezra W., now in Stark Count}' ; Lucinda, now in Marshall Co., Iowa, the wife of R. Strang ; Melinda (Mrs. Joseph Sheets), Stark Co., Ohio, and Sarah A. (Mrs. Chamberlin). Since the marriage of Mr. and Mrs. Chamberlin they have been constant residents of this township, with the exception of one year spent in Cleveland and a short time in Hudson Township. He is now located on the farm his father (Horace) owned, situated on Lot 8, which is one of the finest locations (inclusive of house and farm buildings) in the township. His farm consists of 150 acres. He has but one child - Hanmer E., born July 14, 1866. The Chamberlin and Post families are Repub-

MRS. GEORGE DARLING, Northfield ; was born in Putnam, Washington Co., N. Y., March 11, 1821. Her parents were Robert Sheill, who was born in Scotland, Oct. 28. 1784, and died Oct. 11, 1834, and Mary (Easton) Sheill born Aug. 13, 1789, and died March 7, 1828. Robert Sheill was a son of William Sheill who was born in 1760, and died in June, 1844. Mary Easton was a daughter of George Easton and Margaret (Hutton) Easton, who was a daughter of William Hutton, of Scotland. To Robert Sheill and wife were born nine children - Margaret, Elizabeth, Jane, Janette, Agnes, Mary, Bathsheba (Mrs. Darling), William and Robert. Jane, Agnes, Mary, Bathsheba and Robert are the surviving members at this date (1881). Robert Sheill was a weaver in his native home (Scotland). George Easton was a soldier in the Revolutionary war. Adam Darling was born in Scotland about the 3'ear 1778, and was married to f:]lizabeth Porteous Dec. 18, 1812. In the year 1816, they emigrated to America, landing at Baltimore, where the}' remained for about a 3'ear, and from there the}- removed to Putnam, Washington Co., N. Y. To Adam and Elizabeth were born ten children - George, born Jan. 8, 1814, at Dunbar, Scotland; John, Helen, James, Margaret, Thomas, William, Janette, Elizabeth and Mary. Those living are James, of Sac Co., Iowa ; Margaret, Mrs. Daniel Boyd, of Pocahontas Co., Iowa ; Janette, Mrs. Adam Kuhn, of Houston Co., Minn. ; Thomas, of Oakland Co., Mich., and Mar\', Mrs. Isaac Thompson, of Houston Co., Minn. George Darling and Bathsheba Sheill were married in Putnam, Washington Co., N. Y., June 13. 1843. In the 3'ear 1845, they removed to Noi'thfield, and located one-fourth mile north of the Center. Mr. Darling was a carpenter by trade, as was his father, and, during his life, he pursued his trade industriousl3^ He died June 24, 1880, at the age of 66 3'ears. He was a member of the United Presbyterian Church for upward of fort3' 3'ears, and was highl3' respected by all who knew him. His wife and four children remain on the homestead with their mother. Mar}- E. is one of the most successful teachers of the count3', having an experience of twenty-eight terms of teaching. Margaret A., relict of Thomas McArthur, of Putnam, Washington Co., N. Y., who died Sept. 6, 1876, leaving one child - Ida Marion. Robert A. and Georgiana are at home.

J. C. DEISMAN, farmer ; P. O. Northfield : born Ma3' 12, 1831, in Salem, Columbiana Co., Ohio, the second child born to Henry L. and Letitia (Coulson) Deisman. He was born Feb. 27,1807, in Warrington Township, in York Co., Penn., whose father bore the same name (H. L.).

Was a native of German}' ; came to America prior to the war of the Revolution, when he was 14 years of age, and was sold to pa}' his passage money. He settled in Pennsylvania, and raised a family of seven children, who were Rebecca, Rachel, Susan, Elizabeth, Mary, Henry L. and John. The father of James C., our subject, was a weaver by trade, which vocation he followed for many years. In 1828, was married to Letitia Coulson, whose birth was Nov. 5, 1809, in same county as her husband ; she was a daughter of Charles and Elizabeth (Glass) Coulson ; he was a son of David, whose wife was Jane Clark. Mrs. Deisman was the only child born to her parents that lived to be grown. Elizabeth Glass Avas a daughter of Daniel and Letta (Gray) Glass, both natives of Ireland ; they had children as follows : William, Daniel and John. The children of David Coulson were William and Charles. Mr. and Mrs. Deisman came West to Columbiana County, about the year 1830, and, about seven years afterward, came to this township with $160, purchasing 35 acres on Lot 41. costing him $6.25 per acre, with no improvements , here they settled, when he got his cabin built had 50 cents left, he working at his trade when not engaged at his home on the farm, and paid for his land, remaining on the same until his death, Oct. 8, 1867, having been for many years a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church. His wife yet survives him ; has been a member of the same church since 16 years of age. James C. left home soon after 21 ; Nov. 15, 1858, was married to Elizabeth Patterson, born Jan. 15, 1835, daughter of Thomas and Jane McNeelen, born December, 1799; he was born in Pennsylvania Jan. 22, 1797, son of Andrew, who was a Virginian. The mother of Thomas Patterson was Mary Bell. The children of xVndrew, were Andrew, Nathaniel. Thomas, Belsey and Polly. Jane McNeelen's parents were William and Mary (Ray) McNeelen, whose offspring were Ellen, Jane, Peggy, Eliza, Nancy, William and Samuel. The parents of Mrs. Deisman came West in 1857, to Bedford Township, Cuyahoga Co. ; they had six children - William, James, Thomas, Ellen, Mary and Lizzie ; parents died, he 1878, she 1844. After Mr. and Mrs. Deisman was married, they located in Bedford Township, remaining there until 1870, when he moved to the township, purchasing 103 acres on Lot 61, where he has since resided ; has one daughter - Emma, born 1 860. Mrs. Deisman is a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church. He is a member of Bedford Lodge, No. 375, A., F. & A. M., also of the Chapter of R. A. Masons.