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where they were married and resided until 1823, when they came to Ohio and settled at Middle- Mr. Pardee was a chair-maker by trade, and, soon after loeating in Middlebury, began working at his trade. It was not long ere his facilities for manufacturing were inadequate for his rapidly increasing trade. He, therefore, erected suitable buildings, and. in a few years, he found that be had the largest business of the kind in Northern Ohio. Besides manufacturing all kinds of cabinet-ware, he marle pails, tubs, etc., etc. some years, was actively engaged in business in that place. ampton, where the greater portion of the material used by him was gotten out. He employed a great many men, and was one of the most active business men the county ever had. A rest. ily of children: Margaret, Henry, James, Horace, Mary, Edward, Luther, Elijah, Albert and Horace and Albert were soldiers durtheir country. men in the county to engage largely in the man- every opportunity to acquire a knowledge of the work and to comprehend the sublime principles of the Order. His widow survives him at the advanced age of 80 years, though she is as smart and active as many ladies at 50. Henry Pardee received the benefits of 4 common-school education. and. until he was 33 years of age. worked with and for his father in different capacities. He was united in marriage to Miss Caroline Prior. in 1346. She was born in Geauga Co., Ohio, in 1323. From this union there are four childven. viz.: Julia. Julius, Harriet and Enoch. In 1856. Mr. Pardee came to thent. but. after a year, returned to Northampton, where he remained some three years and then returned to (rhent, and. in connection with Mr. Alonzo Coffin, rented the woolen-mill of that place. and for four years was engaged in the manufacture of woolen goods. At the expiration of that time he sold out to Mr. Coffin. and embarked in mercantile pursuits in the village. In this business he remained until a short time ago. During this period he was village Postmaster, and was engaged in manufacturing two-horse wagons. chairs, tables. and was one of the founders of a cheese factory at that place. He is now engaged in manufacturing waterproof goods known as the " Hammerstain process.' This is a superior way of preparing waterproof goods, and gives universal satisfaction wherever it has been tried. By this process the fabric is proofed on both sides, which makes it entirely waterproof. and at the same time impervious to heat or cold. Mr. Pardee also has discovered a process for making one of the cheapest and best fire-kindlers as yet manufactured. The manner and rapidity with which he has completed and perfected these two important industries reflects great credit on him.

more than any other does Middlebury and Akron owe their large and extensive manutactories and the thrift and enterprise that characterize them. He possessed several qualities of in time tocome. This same energy and thoroughness have characterized his every walk in life. He has been suceessful because he has been cautious, thorough and industrious. He is well respected because his conduct has been above reproach. He has held numerous positions of honor and trust, and is a respected and honored citizen.

Ohio, Jan. 11, 1828, and died Jan. 19, 1875. On Mr. Pardee was admitted 1 member of the Ma- 1 sonic Order, and was greatly delighted with its | geon, was born in Sharon Township, Medina Co., Ohio, July 7, 1834. He is the son of Delano P. and Lois (Huntley) Randall, both of whom were natives of the Empire State. They were married in their native State, and were the parents of four children, viz., James, Rufus, Marcellus and Harriet. They came to Sharon Township, Medina County, in an early day, where the father yet resides, the mother being dead. Mr. Randall was a carpenter by trade, but has for the most part been engaged in farming and mercantile pursuits since he came to Ohio. He is a good man and useful citizen, _ and has the respect and confidence of all who _ know him. Rufus was raised upon his father's _ farm, and received the benefits of a good com- / mon-school and Academic education. When _ about 17 years of age, he began the study of - medicine with Dr. C. W. Northrop, with whom he remained about a year, and then went to Columbus, Ohio, and entered the office of Dr. John Hamilton, one of the most skillful surgeons and successful practitioners in the _ West. He remained under Dr. Hamilton's in- _ structions until he graduated from the Starling | Medical College, which was in 1858. Soon | after graduating, he located at Hammond's Corners, where he has since resided and where he has built up a large and steadily increasing practice. Always a careful and close student ot Pathology. as he found it in his practice, he has become a leader in the use of new and rational remedies, and with surprising and uniform success. He was united in marriage to Miss Eliza Roberts, in 1863. This lady was _ born in Copley Township, this county, Dec. 3, | 1841. - dren, viz.. Effie B. and Cora La Q., living, and ' Ida M., deceased. Dr. Randall has been a life- - long Republican, and an earnest advocate of - equal rights and all needed reforms. He is a / member of the Masonic order and one of the county's best citizens.

SYLVESTER SHAW (deceased). This gen- | tleman was born in Bristol, Ontario Co., N. Y., | He was married in his native | 'ried in their native State, and removed from

| native of Ontario Co., where she was born | In 1832, they left their native _ State for Bath Township, this county, arriving | | at their destination on the 18th of November , They came the entire dis- | tance in a large wagon drawn by oxen, and, on |

| 1856. ; Nov. 20, 1838. They have four children, viz.: | From this union there were three chil- | | V. There are other members of the family their arrival in the township, moved their goods into a small log cabin that had been built on their land. In this they lived until one more comfortable and commodious could be erected. Both Mr. and Mrs. Shaw, however, were energetic, and it was not many years ere they were surrounded with a great many comforts and conveniences. They were the parents of the following family of children, viz.: Harriet C., Sylvester P., Vashti M., Samuel, Marietta, William, Sibyl B. and Constant. Mr. Shaw was a hard-working man, and accumulated a goodly share of this world's goods. He was a man who paid strict attention to his farm duties, never aspiring to any political prominence, although he was decided in his views of right and wrong, which he never failed to express when occasion required. This useful man and much-respected citizen departed this life Nov. 17, 1875. His widow survives him, and resides upon the old homestead. She is an intelligent Christian lady, and has the respect of all who know her. Constant Shaw was born on the old homestead Nov. 20, 1852. He married Miss Cora I. Worden Oct. 15, 1874. She was born in Richfield Township, this county, Dec. 24, 1852. They have one child, viz., Leon. Samuel Shaw was born Aug. 11, 1838. He was married, Sept. 15,1860, to Miss Lucy Webster. She was born in Ontario Co., N. Y., May 21, 1838. They have two children, viz., Loretta and Berdella. Sylvester P. Shaw was born Aug. 25, 1831. He was united in marriage to Miss Sarah R. Moody March 23, She was born in Richfield Township

CHANCY SALISBURY, Ghent. This gentlemun was born in Bath Township, this county, March 10,1830. He is the son of William and | Sylva (Atwell) Salisbury, both of whom were | natives of Ontario Co., N. Y. They were mar- | there to this county in 1827. Mr. Salisbury had come to the county the year previous and | purchased 75 acres of land in Bath Township. In his family were eight children, five of whom | are yet living. He was a newsboy in Buffalo | during the last war with England and witnessed | the burning of that place by the British. He always followed farming after his marriage, a business he was very successful at. He was renowned for his sobriety, economy and straight dealings, and it is said by those who knew him that "his word was just as good as his bond." He died April 8, 1863. and his wife Feb. 24. 1867. Chancy was raised upon a farm receiving a common-school education. After reaching his majority. he worked by the month for his father and for men in the neighborhood.

and one winter in Wisconsin. He was united in marriage to Miss Maria Hopkins Sept. 28, 1870. She was born in Bath Township June | 25,1830. Mr. Salisbury has always followed farming and stock-raising. He owns 100 acres of well-improved land, nicely situated, near the | center of the township. He is a Republican in politics, and has filled several township offices with great acceptance. He is an enterprising, public-spirited man, and a useful and honored citizen.

HOUSEL SMITH, Montrose. This gentleman was born in Springfield Township, Summit Co., Ohio, Oct. 14, 1824. He is the son of James and Sarah (Housel) Smith, both of whom were natives of Lancaster Co., Penn., where | they were married and resided until 1812. when they moved to Lake Township. Stark Co., Ohio. After about two years they moved into Springfield Township, it being then a part of Stark Co. They were the parents of seven children, viz., Peter, Catharine, John. Cyrenius. James, Housel and Amelia. Mr. Smith always fol- | lowed farming and stock-growing. He was a | successful business man, an exemplary member of the M. E. Church, and a useful member of society. He departed this life in 1857. His widow survives him and resides north of the city of Akron. Housel Smith received but a limited education. and, up to the time he was 18 years of age, worked for his father. He was then given his time, and began working his father's farm on the shares. After about eight years, he purchased 50 acres of land in Bath Township and began its improvement. In a few years he sold this farm and purchased 104 acres where he now lives. He has since added to this until he now owns 140) acres of good land, which he has nicely improved. He was united in marriage to Miss Susanna Moore March 6, 1851. This lady was born in Spring- field Township, this county, May 6.1830. From this union there are eight children, viz., Emanuel C.. John N., James A., Robert H.. Sarah L., Charles H.. George E. and Margaret J. Mr. Smith is a Democrat in politics, and a member of the United Brethren Church. He began life as a poor boy. and is a self-made man in the fullest sense of the word.

MICHAEL SPRANKLE, Ghent. John Sprankle, the father of this gentleman. was a native of the Keystone State; when he was quite a child, his parents removed to Stark Co.. Ohio, where they entered a large tract of land. Here John Sprankle was married and reside until 1833. when he moved to Summit Co.. settling in Bath Township ; he was a miller by trade. and that. in connection with farming. he followed during his life-time; he was the parent of two sons and five daughters; he was a hard-working man. and always paid strict attention to his own affairs : he was scrupulously honest. and was esteemed and respected by all who knew him. Michae! Sprankle was born in Stark Co.. Ohio., March 23. 1821. His advantages for obtaining an education were very limited. and from early boyhood was inured to toil, he remaining at home until about 21 years of age; he then rented a farm of his father in Stark Co.. and began doing for himself. He was united in marriage to Miss Eliza McGrew. in 1843; this lady died in a few years, leaving ason and daughter, viz.. Charles and Lucinda. Mr. Sprankle was married June 13. 1848. to Miss Harriet Albertson. a native of Stark Co.. where she was born Noy. 25, 1828; by this union there were eight children. four of whom are yet living, viz., Oliver, Edwin, Collins and Allie A ; those deceased were named - Alonzo. Burton, John A. and Cora E. Mr. Sprankle continued to reside in Stark Co. until 1865, when he moved to Bath Township, this county, which he has since made his home. He began life as a poor boy and has by his own exertions and the assistance of his good wife secured a goodly share of this world's goods ; he owns 363 acres of well-improved land. and is one of the best and most practical farmers in Bath the county. Manville B. Thorp was born Feb. 7. 1808, in the Empire State, and his wife in the Bay State, March 7.1811. They were married in Bristol, 'Ontario Co., N. Y., Nov. 3. 1832, and two years later came to Bath Township, this county, where they have since resided. Jeremiah, father of Manville B., was a soldier of _ the war of 1812, and his father, Nathan Thorp, served his country in the war of the Revolution. Manville B. Thorp and wife, on first coming to this county. settled on the farm now owned by them in Bath Township. there being no improvements on the land at that time. They are the parents of five children, all of whom are now living. Mr. Thorp has always been a hard-working, enterprising and publicspirited citizen, and has been very successful in all his business uudertakings ; he owns over 300 acres of good tillable land, which is nicely improved. J. M. Thorp was raised upon a farm he was united in marriage to Miss Vashti M. Shaw. May Township this county. Aug. 30, 1834; they have four sons, viz., Elwin C.. Warren 8.. Ayers C. and Maynard B. Mr. Thorp was born in Ontanoile-. Neel NOV. Jo. sabe began the study of dental surgery. some years began its practice at log cabin, in which the family moved upon their arrival. The following children were born to Mr.and Mrs. Whitcraft, viz., William, Thomas, Hugh, Samuel, Joseph F., Esther, John, Silas, Nancy and Eleanor, seven of whom are yet living. Mr. Whitcraft was a prominent and respected citizen, and held during his life- He was renowned for his strict business principles, do. He has an office at Richfield, and has a good paying practice : he is a quiet, unassuming man, and possesses the confidence and esteem of all who know him.

early manhood was passed, his education being such as the log schoolhouse afforded. united in marriage in 1823 to Miss Eleanor Harkins, a native of Westmoreland Co., Penn., where she was born in 1800. _ removed from the » Keystone State to Wayne Co., - Ohio, in 1813.

until four years ago, when he came to Hammond's Corners and engaged in mercantile pursuits. He was united in marriage to Miss Adaline A. Miller, March 22, 1855. This lady was born in Richfield Township, this county, June 20, 1834, and is the daughter of Moses C. and Anna (Compton) Miller, who were among the first settlers of this county. Six

, children have been born to Mr. and Mrs. Whitcraft. four of whom are yet living, viz., Clara B., Jennie E., Mariam I. and Sigel iB The deceased were named Cora E. "and Sherman. Mr. Whitcraft is a stanch Republican and is Postmaster at the "Corners." He has held positions of honor and trust, and is highly He was a delegate to the Kent Convention in 1855, and voted for James A. Garfield for State Senator.

JACOB BREITENSTELN, Sr., lawyer, Clinton. He is the oldest and only son living of Jacob Breitenstein, who was married to Barbara Sweithauser, both natives of Ober Rhein Kreis, when they removed into Chippewa Township in the same county. They remained there fifteen years, when they came to Franklin Township, this county. His education was received in the common schools of Germany, attending school but six weeks in this country. He worked on his father's farm until 24 years of age, when he married Lydia Keller, a native of Pennsylvania. He worked for six years as a coal miner, after which he bought a small farm of 24 acres with his earnings. He carried on farming very successfully until 1876, when he retired. He then began practice as a lawyer in the Justice's Courts. By his industry and economy he has amassed considerable wealth, and is now owner of five farms, including a valuable and rich coal mine, which yields him no small income. He has six children - John, Jacob D., Elias, Daniel, Andrew and Mary. He has served as Township Trustee for a number of years, and isa He is a member of the German Reformed Church. His parents came to this country very poor, and all he has was acquired in Pennsylvania. His father, John Davis, with wife and ten children, emigrated from Pennsylvania to Uhio, and settled on the farm where Mr. Davis is now residing, in 1817. The parents have long since gone the way of all mortals, and but four of the children survive, viz., Mathias, Nancy, Christina (now Widow Hassett, living in Hudson Township with her son), and Mary living in Carroll Co. Matthias took charge of the farm when about 19 years of age. He and a brother farmed it together for several years. Their location is one of the most naturally picturesque spots in the township, being grown by Mr. Davis, which was sold for 50 cents per bushel, and one of the first lots ever shipped to Cleveland on the canal was a lot of Mr. Davis' for which he received about 50 cents per bushel. Mr. Mathias Davis never married, and is now well advanced in years; lives in very comfortable circumstances, and cares for an aged and feeble sister ; he is a man of generous and hospitable impulses, though very unassuming ; his memory is replete with incidents of early pioneer life and hardships, which both old and young were necessitated to endure during their struggle for existence in the unbroken forest.

ANDREW DONNENWIRTUH. saddler, Clinton. He is one of the nine children of John Donnenwirth, a native of Alsace, France, who married Margaret Lang. He was born in Canal Fulton, Stark Co., Ohio, Dec. 19, 1845. He received a common-school education, and learned the trade of saddler. He came to Clintonin 1865. There he began his career as a business man, by carrying on a harness and saddle business. In 1868, he opened a general sture, doing a good business until 1880, when he again worked at his trade. Mary A. Ingraham,a native of England. They have five children - Ross, Willie, Belle, Lorena and Daisy M. He enjoys the confidence and

He worked on his father's farm until 1841, when he came to Franklin Township, and has been here ever since. Elizabeth Row ; they had one son, Adam ; wife

' and obtained a common-school education. ' came to Manchester, Ohio, in 1866 ; began his - _ career as a salesman with the Warthorst Stone | _ Co., of Massillon, Ohio, in 1869.

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moval to this State, viz., Ephraim, Rachel and Hannah ; these are all living. Mr. (rrove located in this township, and spent the remainder of his life here, and died in the 72d year of his | brought to Wayne Co.. J when about 2 years old. Both Mr. and Mrs. (;rove are familiar with the hardships of pioneer life. but enjoy a competency earned by their vwn industry and care.

HENRY A. HOUSMAN. Superintendent Franklin Coal Mine, Clinton. He is the oldest son of Jacob Housman. who was married to Catharine Brougher. He was born in Franklin Township July 19, 1840. He worked on the farm until he was 20 years old. He was then employed as clerk in a store in Manchester, Ohio. In 1860. he went into business for himself. This he carried on successfully until 1870, when he took charge of the Franklin Coal Mine. He came to Clinton in 1875, and has resided here since ; he also taught school here for one and one-half years. He was married in 1862, to Margaret Sisler, a native of Manchester, Ohio. They have two children - Nellie and Fannie. He is at present Superintendent of the Franklin Coal Mine, an extensive and paving mine.

JAMES M. KERSTETTER, general store, Nimisila. Among the self-made business men of Manchester is the subject of this sketch ; he was born in Green Township, Summit Co., settlers of the county ; he was the oldest of three children ; he was raised on the farm, and, when 11 years old, he went with his parents to Manchester ; his education was such as the common schools of the village afforded, and his business career was begun with a clerkship with Kerstetter & Housman. He went into business for himself in 1871; he is now keeping a general store, and all he has he obtained by his tact, industry and economy. He was married in 1868 to Isabel Benner, a native of Franklin Township ; they have one daughter - Olive M. His business career is one of remarkable success, he having comparatively nothing when he started.

DANIEL SMITH (deceased) ; was born in Pennsylvania April 10, 1811, and came here with -his father's family during the construction of the canal. He married Eliza Diehl March 15, 1835 ; she was also a native of Pennsylvania, and came here with her parents about a year previous to her late husband , her father, Jacob Diehl, settled at Canton, Stark Co., when they came from Pennsylvania, then to Franklin Township. Soon after Mr. Smith was married, they repaired to the farm, where his widow and daughter now live, and, on June 7, 1861, he was called away, leaving a widow and large family to mourn his loss. They were parents of ten children, viz., Judson, Rachel, Amanda, Mary, Ransom, Louisa, Angeline, Carolina, Josephus and Ida; the last named resides with her aged mother. When their eldest boy, Judson, was about + years old, he met with a sad and fatal accident ; while he, with one of his sisters, were endeavoring to cross the mill-race on unsafe footing, he fell in, and, although his father was at work near by, the boy was drowned before it was possible to rescue him.

In 1834, Mr. Smith and his father built a sawmill, which Daniel owned and operated many years ; the mill property he had sold, but owing to non-payment by the purchaser, he (Mr. Smith) had to take it back, and the season preceding his death he had refitted the mill. Since his death, Mrs. Smith has managed the

1028 BIOGRAPHICAL SKETCHES: ; ents and five children - and settled six miles west M Mary M. (deceased). Mrs. Stumf died in Sepof Massillon, in Tuscarawas Township, Stark , tember, 1872. His mother remained on the old Co. They had in all seven children - Catharine, |b homestead in Stark County, until a short time John A., Jacob, Elizabeth, Polly, Lydia and | previous to her death, when she removed to Nancy - the two last named were born after # Wayne County, when she died September, 1874. their parents came to this State. About nine | in the 92d year of her age. Besides John A.. years after their locating in Stark County, Mr. ; only Catharine (now widow of Sam Davis of Stumf was assisting a neighbor in "raising" a | Lucas County), and Lydia (now wife of Moses log cabin; during the progress of the work, | Hingley, of Richland County), survives. : some feeling of rivalry as to which party should | iS SISLER, M. D., Nimisila; he was born in have their end of the log first in position arose; , Lycoming Co., Penn., Dec. 29. 1823. When 4 the result being that one end of a log was car- , years old, he went to Erie Co.. N. Y. , with his ried up much quicker than the other, causing | parents; here he remained until 1844, when a skid to break, and swinging the other out of | he came to Nimisila, and has been there ever place and in its descent struck Mr. Stumfon since. He read medicine with his brother, Dr. the head and killed him. This sad and fatal , William Sisler, who was at that time in active accident left the widow with her seven young | practice there. He attended lectures in the children, in poor circumstances, in the new and : Cleveland Medical College, and began practice sparsely settled country. Shortly after his in partnership with his brother. in the spring of father's death. John A. returned to his uncle's 1848, and is at present practicing in Manchesin Pennsylvania to learn the carpenter's trade, , ter. He was married in 1848 to Amanda LE. and remained there three years. In the mean- | Hoy,a native of Nimisila. Nine children are time he got married to Mary Grove in April now living - Francis E., Charles E., Clara A., 1832 ; and the following month came back with , Caroline B., Lewis E.. Everett B., John H.., his wife to his mother's in Stark Co., Ohio, Jennie L. and William H. He is a member of where they lived one year, and in 1833 he | the Disciples' Church. moved to Franklin Township and purchased 80 | EPHRAIM STUMF, farmer; Nimisila; is acres, which was partially improved. Heworked | the son of Jacob and Catharine (Sorrick) at his trade for two years after coming here, Stumf, who came from Pennsylvania to Ohio and then turned his attention principally to | when quite young. They settled in this townfarming, which has been his life work. except | ship, where Ephraim was born May 28, 1842. when he chose to do odd jobs of carpenter There were four other children born to Jacob work or manfacture anything for his own use, | and Catharine Stumf, viz.: Matilda, Nathaniel. as he was quite handy at any kind of wood- | Amos (deceased) and William. Ephraim lived work. He owns a good farm on which he | with his parents until he was married. which erected a commodious brick residence in 1845. | event occurred Nov. 29, 1870, to Louisa Smith, They had five children - Lucinda (who died at | daughter of Daniel Smith. They have two 5 years old), Alpheus, Eliza (was wife of | childrea - Bertha and Clarence. Mr. Stumf is Eli Stout, who died in the army of the rebell- | a man of few pretentions, but an industrious ion; she is also deceased, leaving one child, | citizen who attends to his own affairs in an un- Ida, and was reared by Mr. Stumf), Hiram and | assuming way. N _ a = = H J

| the youngest in a family of eight children born ' to James and Hannah Adams. The names of | these children are as follows: John, Alexander, | ' James, Thomas, Charles, Cyrus, Caroline and | | William G. William was born June 17, 1819, | and when quite young his parents moved from moved to Bath Township, and subsequently to July 24, 1846, he married Catharine, daughter of James and Sarah Leonard, and to this union were born a family | came to Copley Township, Summit Co., Ohio. - It was here. on May 2, 1868. that Mr. Adams' © death occurred, of pneumonia. In his younger days, Mr. Adams taught school to some extent.

following family: Theodosia. Sally, Alfred. Ursula, Anna. Elizabeth and Micah. At the age of 10 years, our subject, with his parents, removed to Genesee Co., N. Y., where they remained until 1824. when Alfred, who was then 17 years of age, went to Canada, where he re- his father died, and he returned home to his widowed mother and took charge of the homestead, clearing it of a heavy debt then hanging over it. In December, 1835. he married Martha P. Chamberlain. daughter of Moses Cham-

1839; Alfred A., born March 25, 1841; Martha A., born April 19, 1843; Emily, who was born July 27, 1845, and died Aug. 24, 1848 ; Martha, who was born July 31, 1847, and died Jan. 24, 1881, and Newman and Newell, twins, born July 15,1850. In 1840, Mr. Adair, family, and mother, came to Copley Township, Summit Co., Ohio, where the mother died, in January, 1855, and the wife, Jan. 29, 1880. These two had been married about forty-five years, and during that time were always kind those of her relatives and friends. They took great pride in educating their two sons, J. L. and A. A., who valiantly served their country in its time of need, enlisting in the spring of of Allen and Hannah (Harrington) Bosworth, who were parents of the following family : Polly, Sally, Delos, Norton, Norman and Leonard. Allen Bosworth was a native of Rhode Island, while his wife was born in Vermont. In 1815, Mr. and Mrs. Bosworth came to Summit Co., Ohio (then Medina Co.), from Otsego Co.. N. Y., locating at first in Tallmadge Township, but the following year moved to Northampton Township. In 1817, they moved to Copley Township, locating on Lot 22. This was the first settlement in Copley Township. At the time of his settlement in Copley, Mr. Bosworth's total possessions in money amounted to only $1.50, and this he gave for the erection of his log cabin. He purchased 150 acres of land on credit, and then started out in the battle of life. Delos remained with his parents on the farm until he was 24 years of age, and March 16, 1841, married Christina Wagoner, and to this union were born three children - Millard, born Feb. 16, 1845 ; Nor- and Eleonora, born June 26, 1849. Mrs. Bosworth died Sept. 3, 1855, and on the 8th of April, 1858, Mr. Bosworth married Abbey W. Whinery. and by her had one son - John C., born Dec. 27, 1860. Soon after Mr. Bosworth's first marriage, his father died, and Delos took charge of the family, and moved to the northeastern part of the township, on Lot 14. He now owns 130 acres of fine farming and grazing land, which he has made by his own labors. His son Millard, in August, 1862, enlisted in Co. H, 42d O. V. I, and served gallantly through a number of battles, and during his service, lost his health, which he has never regained. Mr. Bosworth is. a Republican in politics, and he and wife are members of the Universalist Church.

TRUMAN BOUGHTON, farmer; P. O. Copley Center; was born in Ontario Co., N. Y., Aug. 22, 1814. He was the fifth child in a family of. six children born to John and Sally (Roat) Boughton, and their names, respectively, are Noble. H. W., S. L.. Mary, Truman and Nathaniel. When in his 4th year, Truman's mother died, and soon afterward his father married Polly Stimpson, and by her had the

Ohio, where they lived until the father's death, which occurred in 1848. His widow afterward removed to Michigan, where she has since died. Truman lived with his father until he reached his majority, and then began for himself. In April, 1833, he was united in marriage with Flora Davis, daughter of William and Avis (Hopkins) Davis, and to this union were born five children, as follows: B. Franklin, E. D., H. G., Olive I. and M. H. Soon after his marriage, Mr. Boughton settled on Lot No. 27, about a mile east of Copley Center, and has resided there ever since. His family are all married, and are all living in Summit Co. _ B. F., the eldest son, enlisted in August, 1861, in Co. A, 2d O. V.C., and served all through the war in the same company, and was finally discharged in September, 1865. Mr. B. st~ 'ed in life. with nothing but a stout heart and willing hands. and by the hardest labor has acquired a nice home In politics he is a Republican, and

1822. man, who were parents of this family : Orson, Sally, Lovina, Melissa, Orlin, Lucius, Cynthia, William. Harlow. Loretta, Almeron: Byron and Lucinda. In the fall of 1835. this family came to Copley Township, and settled one-half mile south of Copley Center, on 154 acres, of Lot No. 28. Byron remained here with his parents school education. the study of medicine with his brother William. who was a practicing physician at Copley Center. He attended medical lectures at Cleve-

1847. brother William, the doctor. was taken ill and soon died. Byron took charge of his brothers practice immediately, and meeting with excellent success he has remained there ever since. Dec. 23, 1847. he was united in marriage with Matilda A. Dils. daughter of Abram Dils, and by her has two children - Willis D., born Oct. 3, 1848, and Fanny P.. who is now the wife of Albert E. Hiestand. Willis married Ella -\. Marriner: he is a civil engineer in Leadville. Colo. Mrs. Chapman is in very poor health. Mr. Chapman is a Republican in politics. and does quite an extensive business in his profession.

WILLIAM CASKEY, farmer; P. O. Copley Center ; was born in Wayne Co., Ohio. Oct. 13. 1832. He is ason of Benjamin and Margaret Caskey, and is one in the following family. all of whom are living: Margaret, Nancy. <Andrew, John. James. Jane. Finley, William. Mary. Benjamin and Drusilla. The father of these came from Ireland when very small. He was a soldier in the war of 1812, and in 1853. came to Bath Township. and from there to Copley in 1858. The father died from a stroke of ing in Copley at an advanced age. When about 21 years of age. William left his parents and went to Lowa, where he made his home seven years. During his stay there he married born Jan. 16,1862. Mr. Caskey served three years in the late war in Co. B. 22d Iowa V. L. and while in the service his wife died. At the close of the war he returned to Copley Township. and Dec. 25, 1868. married Caroline Fenner. by whom he has one son - Arthur F., born

The father died an honored and respected citizen at the advanced age of 76. Thedate of the mother's death is Jan. 20, 1841. In December, 1826. Stephen was married to Miss Marcia Richardson, daughter of Elkanah Richardson, and to this union was born a family of expiration of which time they moved to Copley Township, locating on Lot No. 4, where they have since made their home. For them life was filled with the privations and hard labor common to pioneers. The wife and and present wife Mr. Dales married Mary Viall. widow of Sullivan Viall and daughter of George Freely. Mr. Dales has a fine home and property, which he and his family have earned by hard and honest labor.

cisco. and they were the parents of the following family: Maria. David. Anna, Betsey. | John. Henry. Caroline. Samuel and Barney. | Our subject remained with his parents on the and after a short time, moved to the southwestern part. At the time of his death, which occurred March 27, 1869, he was living on Lot 38, one mile south of the Center. He came to Copley with scarcely anything, but by hard labor left to his heirs over a hundred acres of good land. His sons William and John served faithfully in the late war in the defense of their country.

DAVID FRANK;; Copley Center; was born in Wayne Co., Ohio, Nov. 14, 1828, and is ason of Peter and Nancy (Ball) Frank ; his father was of German and his mother of English descent ; he is one in a family of eight children. When our subject was 3 years old, his parents removed to Stark Co., Ohio, where they remained seven years, and, at the end of that time, came to Copley Township, Summit Co., Ohio, where he remained, and where his parents afterward both died ; David received a daughter of Daniel and Susan Witner, and by her had four children - Jennie, born Feb. 12, 1860 ; Grant H., born March 16, 1864; Zedellia Z., born Feb. 6, 1869; and F. F., born Dec. 10,1871. At the time of his marriage, Mr. Frank located on a farm one mile west of Copley Center. and he has remained there ever nial. have a nice farm of 83 acres of excellent land. Mrs. Frank was born Feb. 3.1838. Mr. Frank is a Republican in politics. and he and wife are members of the Reformed Church. of Copley Center.

SAMUEL FREDERICK. farmer; P. O. Copley Center: was born in Wayne Co.. Ohio. Feb. 27. 1831. He is a son of Jacob and Margaret (Razor) Frederick, who were parents of the following family : Samuel, Thomas, Henry. Eli, Benjamin F.. William and Christopher C In 1840. the subject of this sketch and his parents moved to Copley Township. At the age of 19, Samuel commenced learning the shoemaking trade in Wadsworth; he has since followed the business seven years in Copley. Nov. 7, 1850. he married Sarah Fryman, daughter of Daniel Fryman. and by ber had a family of eight children - Susan, Benjamin F.. John H.. Jacob, Eliza J.. Ella E., Daniel and George B. Since his marriage. Mr. Frederick has lived in different parts of Copley.

is situated on part of Lots Nos. 27 and 34, one mile east of the Center. To some extent since his marriage, Mr. Frederick has also followed the cooper's trade. For sixteen seasons, Mr. Frederick has followed threshing, but his present occupation is farming. He and wife are excellent citizens, and both are members of the Lutheran Church.

C. C. FREDERICK, school-teacher and farmer; P.O. Copley Center ; is a native of the township in which he resides, and was born Oct. 24, 1844. He is a son of Jacob and Margaret (Razor) Frederick, who were parents of seven sons, of whom all but our subject were born in Chippewa Township, Wayne Co., Ohio. At the age of 20, our subject began on his own responsibility, by farming summers and teaching winters, and this business he has followed up to the present time. His marriage with Miss Ella M. Taylor was solemnized Nov. 11,

' 1869. Mrs. Frederick is a daughter of Theo- _ dore and Matilda (Hoyt) Taylor, and was born ' March 26, 1853. To her union with Mr. Frederick there were born five children - Homer, born June 30, 1870, died May 23, 1876; Herman K., born Jan. 12, 1872 ; Alena Bell, born March 5, 1874, died May 12, 1876; Aleta M., born Nov. 14, 1876; and Ernest L., born Aug. 24,1879. Homer and Alena Bell were attacked with scarlet fever, and, after a short illness, were carried away from their home on earth to a happier one above. After his marriage, Mr. Frederick worked his father's farm for three

In politics, he is a radical Republican, and a member of the Lutheran Church of Norton. A. C. FRANCISCO, Copley Center ; was born in the State of New York Aug. 12,1836. He is a son of Henry and Lovina (Chapman)

| Francisco, who were the parents of nine children. When our subject was but a year old his parents came from New York to Summit Co., O*>, locating in Copley Township, where our subject has lived up to the present time ; he remained with his parents on the farm until he reached his 20th year, and he then commenced farming for himself. In Septemher, 1860, he married Imogene Scudder, daughter of Walter and Catharine Scudder, and by her and was discharged for disabilities in June, 1863. Mr. Francisco has never since regained his health; he has, with the exception of one or two years, always lived in Copley Township ; he is a Republican in politics and a good and enterprising citizen.

ANSEL S. GARDNER (deceased), was a native of Cuyahoga Co., Ohio, his birth occurring July 1, 1839. His parents were Warren and Caroline (Perry) Gardner, of Germanic descent, both being natives of the Empire State. and both coming to Ohio when the country was wild animals. He was one in a family of four children, and when 7 years of age his mother died, and his father married Harriet Avery, by whom he had one child. Ansel was reared on a farm, securing in the meantime a fair education from the common schools. After the age of 19, and previous to his marriage. he worked at farming during the summer months, and in the ship-yards at Cleveland during the winter months. On the 3lst of December, 1861. his marriage with Miss Elisabeth Crosier was celebrated. Her parents were Paul and Barbara (Husong) Crosier. of Euclid Township, Cuyahoga Co., Ohio. To Mr. and Mrs. Gardner were born four children, as follows: Alice. born Sept. 14. 1863, died Sept. 21, 1864: Alfred E., Oct. 20. 1865 ; Hattie, April 4, 1868, died Dec. 9, 1870; Franklin J.. Dec. 31, 1873. Mrs: Gardner's birth occurred March 9, 1840. Mr. and Mrs. Gardner remained at Cleveland until the 28th of May, 1861, when they moved to Grand Traverse, Mich, settling on a tract of land devoid of clearing and with no neighbor nearer than a mile, and with a vast forest of pine stretching away for miles in all directions. Reservations of Indians were near, and many wild, fierce animals lurked in the heavy pine forests. Here they remained five years, during which time Mr. Gardner and three other men from Traverse City went by canoe down the bay to Northport, thirty miles distant, where they organized Leelenaw County. In July, 1866, Mr. Gardner and family returned to Ohio. making their home first in Portage Township. Summit Co. In December, 1872, they removed to Copley Center, where the family has since resided. Mr. Gardner worked industriously at his trade - carpenter and joiner - until February, 1880, when he was taken down with a severe | attack of rheumatism; at the end of two, weeks he seemed to rally, but soon afterward was taken with ague, from which he never fully | recovered. Spinal troubles increased his aftlic- | tion, until at last he died on the lst of April, | children. He was laid to rest in the village | cemetery, and over his lonely grave the sweet | flowers of loving remembrance are strewed, and . tears of affection fall upon the silent earth. | and revere his name as among their most hon- . ored dead. Thus dear friends are returned to | dust. but their names become living jewels in | the bright casket of memory.

JOHN GOULDIN, farmer and merchant ; » Copley Center; was born in New Lisbon, Columbiana Co., Ohio, Sept. 30.1815. Heisa son of John and Esther (Chandler) Gouldin. When John was 9 years old, his father moved near Cleveland, engaging in agricultural pursuits. John remained with his father until his marriage with Miss Betsey Hendershot, which event occurred May 3, 1835. To this union was born the following family : Charles F., born Mareh 1. 1848, died Oct. 1. 1855: Mariam. born charge of a saw-mill for four years, and in the fall of 1839, purehased a piece of land in Copley Township, Summit Co.. Ohio, and has retained In 1873.

' partners. and the firm name then became Kramer. May & Gouldin, and this remained unchanged until 1878. when the partnership was dissolved, Messrs Kramer and May retiring. Mr. Gouldin still carries on the business at No 114 North Howard street. Politically, Mr. Youldin is a stanch Republican. He divides lis residence between his home and business in Akron. and his country seat in Copiey Township.

is one in the following family born to Aaron and Eleanor (White) Harris ; Francis M., Elizabeth M., Hamilton, Vincent G., William W., Cordelia, Ellen and Caroline. The subject of owns a fine farm of 200 acres of well-improved land, besides other property. Mr. Harris is one | of the leading men of his township, and is well respected by all his acquaintances.

JAMES HAMMOND, retired farmer; P. O. Copley Center; is a native of Yorkshire, England, and was born April 6,1811 ; he is ason of Thomas and Ann (Barton) Hammond. who were parents of the following family: Mary, George, Joseph, John, Edward, Elizabeth, James, Thomas and Charles ; James remained in England, working at different employments, until 1848, when he arrived in New York June 20. He was married June 30, 1838, to Elizabeth, daughter of James and Nancy Spensley. and by her had the following family: Anna, born April 1, 1839; Spensley, born April 10. 1841: George, born Oct. 18, 1843; James K., born Aug. 20, 1846, born in England ; and William A.. born July 4, 1849 ; Lizzie, born Dee. 5, 1854; Joseph E., born March 14, 1851, died in infancy ; Frank P., born April 15, 1857 : Charles, born Sept. 27. 1860; and Alice D., born Feb. 21, 1864, born in America. At the time of his arrival, Mr. Hammond had $26 ; he and family came to Medina Co., where they remained one year, and from there went to Akron; on his arrival in Copley Township. Summit Co., Ohio, he purchased a small farm that is now owned by William Wagoner, and remained there five years ; he then purchased a larger farm in the southern part of the township, and has by degrees made himself inde- scarcely anything, but by degrees, economy | and close attention to business, he has pur- . chased and paid for a fine farm of 332 acres. | In the politics of this township Mr. Hammond has figured quite prominently, having identified | himself with the Republican party. He is one of Copley's best and most respected citizens, © and in the hearts of his fellow-townsmen has a | warm place.

LEVI D. HOLLINGER, farmer ; P. O. Ak- | ron; was born April 6, 1846, in Franklin » Township ; he is a son of Jacob and Barbara | (Daily) Hollinger, who were parents of the following : Joseph, Michael, David, Jacob, Levi D., Amanda, Harriet, and Josiah and Uriah (twins) : | the mother of these children died in 1860. and - Mr. Hollinger married his second wife. Mary Underholt, and by her had two children - Warren and Minnie. Levi remained with his parents until during the war, when. being a lad of only 17, he enlisted in the cause of his | country in Co. E, 13th O. V. L., and was after- | ward transferred to Co. D; he participated in | some of the most noted engagements of the | war, among them being Stone River. Chicka- | mauga, Mission Bidge, Buzzard's Roost, Resaca, , Peach Tree Creek, Atlanta, Franklin, Nashville, : Kenesaw Mountain and many others; Mr. Hollinger was one of the few who escaped drowning from the sinking of the steamer | Matagorda, below Memphis. He was married | in February, 1868, to Minerva Wylie, daughter | of John Wylie. whose biography appears in this work; to this union were born two children - Myrven J., born Oct. 23, 1868, and Dwight, born July 5, 1876. Mrs. Hollinger was born Feb. 8, 1843. Soon after their marriage, Mr. and Mrs. Hollinger moved to Benton Co., Iowa, where they remained farming for six years ; at the end of that time they returned to Franklin Township, Summit Co., Ohio, where | they lived until about 1878, when they came to Copley Township, where he has since resided.

SAMUEL HENKEY, farmer; Copley Center; was born in Lancaster Co., Penn., in Octo- | ber, 1828. He is a son of Louis and Catharine | (Less) Henkey, who were parents of seven children; when our subject was but an infant his , parents moved from his native State to Stark Co., Ohio. Our subject received a common- |

Novy. 14. 1863; John H., May 24. 1855, and Elizabeth, born July 14,1858. In 1851, Samuel, together with his parents, moved from Stark Co., to Wayne Co., Ohio, and, after four year's They lived in the latter county in different localities. until about 1860, when they came to Copley Township, Summit Co., Ohio, where our subject and family have ever since resided. Mr. Henkey is a Republican in politics, and he and wife are members of the Evangelical Association of Bath Township.

G. W. HAWKINS, farmer; P. O. Copley Center; in 1814, Copley Township received its first settlers, and among them were the parents of the subject of this sketch. Much of their early experiences in the woods of Copley will be found in the history of this township in another part of this volume. G. W. Hawkins was the first white child boru in the township, that date being Dec. 29, 1815. At the age of 10 years Mr. Hawkin's father died of fever, and at the age of 14, took charge of the old homestead, 100 acres, and remained in charge until 1834, when his mother married again. and his step-father bought out the heirs. In January, 1840, he was united in marriage with Miss Matilda Hubbard. daughter of Reuben Hubbard. and to this union there were born five children - Adelia, died in infancy ; Eliza, born June 4, 1845, died Nov. 18, 1871; Alice C., born Sept. 14, 1847: George W., born Sept. 2, 1851, died Nov. 13, 1876; Eugene R., born June 28, 1854. Five years after his marriage, Mr. Hawkins moved on to the eastern part of Lot 1, where he has ever since resided. Mrs. Hawkins is a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church. while This the advanced age of 89. Of the children, Alexander still resides in Green Township. He was the first Recorder of Summit Co.. and afterward served as member of the Legislature. Jobn was also a member of the State Legislature, serving at one time in the very distinguished position of Speaker of the House. Cornelius is a retired merchant of Akron. Nancy is the wife of Hon. N. W. Goodhue. William. the subject of this sketch, has held various township offices, and at one time was Director of the County Infirmary. This family came to Green Township from Center Co.. Penn., in 1814. The first few years after their arrival they had difficulty in earning the wherewithal to supply their wants. The children received the most of their education by the light of the hickory bark blazing in the great fire: place. William Johnston remained with his parents until he was 29 years of age. He mar- Moore. daughter of John 1841. and by her had two 16, 1842, and

CHARLES C. MILLER. farming and gardening; P. O. Akron: was born in Akron, Ohio. Dec. 11. 1832. He is the eldest child born to Ansel and Lucy A. (Hawkins) Miller. who were parents of two sons - Charles C. and James N. Mr. Miller. the father, was a native of Bridgewater. Vt. When a young man, he left home and went to Boston. Mass. "where he worked at his trade. carpenter and joiner. While here, he assisted in building the Quincy Market House, on which he worked, scarcely missing a day, for 466 days. From Boston. Mr. Miller went to Rochester. N. Y.. living there one year. In 1828. he started West on a

Nov. 22, 1831, he married the mother of Charles C. and James N. From the time of his arrival in Akron, until 1840, Mr. Miller steadily followed his trade. About this time, he purchased an interest in a boat-yard there, and engaged in the manufacturing of boats. During the winter of 1859-60, he sold out. and then went to live with his son Charles, with whom he resided until his death, Dec. 16, 1879, aged over 81 years. Charles C. Miller was reared and educated in Akron principally. He was married in August, 1860, to Mary A. Philbrick, daughter of Daniel Philbrick, of Michigan, and by her had a family of five children, as follows :

Frank KE. (deceased). Lottie A., Ansel P., Lute H. and Carl E. Mrs. Miller was born in Cattaraugus Co. N. Y., Jan. 12, 1843. Immediately after their marriage, Mr. and Mrs. |

Miller came to their present place of residence, in Copley, where they have since resided. Mr. Miller is a Republican in politics, and an intelligent gentleman.

"WILLIAM MARTENES. farmer ; P. O. Akron: was born in Harmony, Butler Cox Penn.. Dec. 25, 1844. He is a son of Cornelius and Mary (Flowers) Martenes, and they were parents of the following family: Abraham, dead: Maria, William, Sarah. dead ; Angeline, Austin. Rosa A., dead: and Nancy A.- In 1865, this family came to Copley Township, Summit Co.. Ohio. where the parents remained until their respective deaths. Our subject was married in June. 1868. to Eliza Squires, and by her had one child, Charles G.. who was born in March. 1869. Mrs. Martenes died Nov. 29, 1875. Dee. 31, 1876, Mr. Martenes married Jennie Squires, a niece of his former wife's and a daughter of Chester Squires. Mr. Martenes has always been a farmer, and as such is among the best in his locality. He isa Republican in politics, and he and wife belong to the Church of God.

CHESTER ORCUTT, Copley Center; is a native of Copley Township, and was born March 8, 1839. He is a son of Chester and Jerusha (Chamberlin) Orcutt. who were parents of two children - Chester and Elmira. These children are half-brother and sister to Parnel, Olive, Ellzabeth and George Orcutt. ject was raised on the farm by his parents.

G. H. RITCHIE ; P. O. Akron; was born in Portage Township, Summit Co., Ohio, Oct. 21, 1851. (Squires) Ritchie who were parents of the following family: George H., Sarah, Henry (dead), Hiram, Robert, Jennie, Leonard, Melchiah and William.

and 26, and this has since been hishome. In 1875, Mr. Ritchie experienced religion, and he joined the religious sect known as_ the Church of God. In 1878, he commenced exdropsy, and after about six months' intense sufering, his death occurred. That event was Dec. 29,1871. Heand wife were members of church, and Mr. Rothrock was a most estimable citizen.

WILLIAM OC. SACKETT, farmer; P. O. Akron; born in Litchfield Co., Conn., Oct. 29, 1827, the son of Aaron and Huldah C. (Tanner) Sackett; Aaron was born Jan. 7, 1791, and Huldah Aug. 10, 1793; they were married May 15, 1816, and the parents of ten children as follows: Theodosia, now Mrs. Seth B. Hall, of Huston, Texas; Harriet, now Mrs. W. A. Hanford, of Cuyahoga Falls; George, now of Cuyahoga Falls ; Sarah, died, aged 14; Emei line, died in 1867, aged 42; William C., of In 1852, this family |

Copley ; Seth, now of Colorado ; Maria C., now Mrs. Cornelius Kellogg, of Freedom, Portage Co.; Frances A., married Bruice Baldwin and moved to Missouri, where she died; Sarah M., now Mrs. H. C. Grant. of Cuyahoga Falls. | Aaron was always a farmer; he died at the residence of his son William, June 8, 1872. The father of Huldah C. Tanner served in the | Revolutionary war, and his widow drew a pension for many years previous to her death ; Huldah was a member of the Congregational Church at Tallmadge ; she died April 24, 1855.

Oct. 20, 1820. He was one in a family of eight children, of whom Samuel and Rebecca (Eshbauch) Rothrock were the parents. Samuel, Stark Co., Ohio, and here he resided until 1846. On the 25th of December, 1845, he was united in marriage with Catharine, daughter of born the following family : Samuel, Christian, David, Amos, Levi, Susan, Mary, Maggie, Anna and Jacob. These children are all living and all reside in Summit County. After his marriage, Mr. Rothrock commenced farming, and such was his occupation through life. In years of age, his parents removed to Ohio and | settled in Tallmadge Township: William was | educated mostly in the schools of Tallmadge ; | he attended the High School of Akron during |

Swamp." Mr. Sackett was married in the year 1857, to Miss Hatty L., daughter of Henry ralbraith, of Akron; he is the father of four children - Clarence, died, aged 18; Hattie, |

J. W. SWIGART, farmer; P. O. Copley | Center ; | of Jacob and Abigail Swigart, who were parents | of four children - John W.. George S., Alfred J. ' and Maggie C. In 1847, the Swigart family

| family home has been there ever since. | W. lived with his parents until he was 21 years of age, and, June 10, 1858. he was united in | marriage with Sarah J. Stump, who was born | Aug. 24,1837. To this union there were born ' geven children - Alfred. born April 10, 1859 ; Charles E., Dec. 10, 1861; Clara J., Oct. 7, | 1864; Mary E., June 13, 1867; William W., Oct. 4. 1870; John C., Oct. 15. 1873, and Stella | M., Aug. 23, 1879. When Mr. Swigart arrived at his majority, he purchased a farm in Bath Township, where he remained six years. farming during the summer and teaching school during the winter. In the spring of 1864, he came to Copley Township, and has remained in different localities ever since. Mr. Swigart is a Democrat in politics, and an earnest advocate of the advancement of education. He and wife are members of the Reformed Church at Copley Center.

CHARLES TAYLOR. farmer; P. O. Copley Center: was born in Copley Township, Summit Co.. Ohio, Feb. 27. 1834. He is a son of Theodore and Matilda (Hoyt) Taylor. who were parents of thirteen children. of whom the following only are living: Daniel. Charles. Ophelia, Joseph and Ellen. The father, Theodore. was born in Connecticut. in 1801. In 1815. in company with his parents, he came to Norton | Township. and two years after their arrival his ' father died. In 1827, he was married to Miss - Hoyt, and soon after this event moved to Copley, where they remained until their respective deaths. The father died Aug. 11, 1862. and the mother Dec. 23. 1880. Charles Taylor remained with his parents, assisting them on the farm, until 20 years of age. In October, 1855, , he was united in marriage with Sophronia Cook. - daughter of Edmund Cook. after which he removed to St. Joseph Co., Mich. He remained . here about a year and then returned to Copley. | where he has ever since made his home. To the youngest being the only surviving member of the family. Peter remained with his parents at the place of his birth until about the age of 25, and then, in company with Abel Bennett, moved westward, locating in Wadsworth, Medina Co., Ohio. They were among the earliest three brothers then formed a partnership in the carpentering business, the firm taking the name of Weeks Bros., and this firm erected nearly all the buildings of Wadsworth prior to 1832. In

Taylor were united in marriage. This lady died. and his second wife was Catharine Francisco. daughter of Henry Francisco, and by her » had three children, as fullows - Alathea. born - and upright dealings left 500 acres of es silent | he commenced | suffering with heart disease, which finally , On his | 80th birthday, friends to the number of one | hundred gathered in to celebrate the event. | and, in his latter hours, Mr. Weeks recalled , this scene with a happy heart to think he had so many friends who were so much interested in his welfare. But thus it is. one by one the old landmarks are fast fading away. but the events of these old pioneers that in years to come their names and deeds will not be forgotten, but treasured up, and, in after years, prove an honor to their families.

WILLIAM WAGGONER, farmer; P. O. Copley Center; was born in Schoharie Co., N. Y.. Nov. 13, 1829, and is one of the following family born to William and Catharine (Spahr) Waggoner: Andrew (dead), John (dead), Cliristina (dead), Anna, Almira, Peter (dead), and Amanda and Matilda, twins (dead). In 1835, our subject and parents came to Copley Township, Summit Co., Ohio, and their first settlement was on Pigeon Creek. They remained here in a log cabin one year and then removed to Lot 38, about a mile south of the Center.

teaching school during the winter. In April, 1857, he married Ann B. Stearn, and he and wife went to Iowa, where they remained seven years, he working at his trade. returned to Copley Township, where our subject has made his home ever since. Mrs. Waggoner died Nov. 15, 1863. he enlisted his services in his country's behalf,

| and served until the close of the war, participating in the battles of Franklin, Nashville and many others. At the close of the war he went to Akron to work at his trade until he married Lydia A. Randolph. This event took place March 4, 1869. They then moved to Copley. Mr. Waggoner owns 96 acres of land ; is a Re- born in Washington Co., Penn., Dec. 25, 1809, and is the only child of John and Sarah (Hewitt) Wylie. When 3 years of age, John's parents died and he then went to live in Stark Co.. Ohio, with his uncle, Henry Everhard, who was

His uncle was the | owner of a mill, and young Wylie was reared - to the milling trade; he received a good com- | mon-school education, and when he became of age, commenced milling, which business he followed many years afterward. In September, 1833. he married Ruemma Gaff, daughter of ° James (Gaff, and by her had six children - Amanda, died in infancy ; Sarah J. ; Elizabeth, died in childhood; Paul. dead: Theron G. and Minerva. After his marriage. Mr. Wylie carried on the milling business in Springfield and Coventry Townships, in Summit Co., Ohio, until 1855. He then discontinued milling and removed to Lot 16. in Copley Township, same county, and has made that his home ever since. His son Paul served with distinction in the late war as Color Bearer in Company H, 104th O. V. I. He served three years and was ina number of engagements. Mrs. Wylie died April 14. 1859; Mr. Wylie's second wife is Jane Ayers, widow of Orin H. Ayers, who had one son, Mervin, by Mr. Ayers. This son was one of the brave boys in the 6th Ohio Battery that gave such efficient service. He finally died of disease at Chattanooga Tenn. Mr. Wylie is a stanch Republican in his political views, and is an honorable, upright man in every respect. GEORGE W. WISE (deceased). <A native of Summit County, and a prominent and influential citizen of Wadsworth, Medina County, for many years: born in Green Township November 17, 1828. and died December 23, 1879. He moved to Medina County when a young man, and purchased a farm near Wadsworth ; was also engaged in business at that place. He erected a number of buildings in the village, among which were the schoolhouse and.Odd Fellows' Block. He served as Township Trustee, was chosen to other minor offices, and elected Commissioner of Medina County ; was connected with various societies, among which were the Masons, Odd Fellows, Good In April, 1871, he moved to Michigan with his family, and located in Isabella Co., being one of the pioneer settlers of Wise Township, which was named in his honor. He served there as Justice of the Peace and Tax Collector; was engaged in the lumber business and kept a store. For about twenty years, he was a partner with K. G. Loomis, both at Wadsworth and in Michi- Mr. Wise was married. June 1, 1861, to .

' Miss Electa M. Pettibone ; they were the parents of three children - George Grant, born Dec. 16, 1865; Nettie P., born Aug. 18, 1868, and After Mr. Wise's death, the family returned to Summit Co., and now reside in Copley Township. Mrs. ; Wise is the daughter of Dennison and Jane (Barber) Pettibone. The Pettibones are of French few years removed to America. Dennison was | born Oct. 22, 1807, in Hartford, Conn.; the sonof , Norman and Amelia (Whitmore) Pettibone ; he | was married Feb. 26, 1834, to Jane Barber, | who was born Nov. 6, 1816. After residing in = Norton Township over thirty years, Dennison died, Jan. 18, 1872, leaving four children - Pamelia. now Mrs. Colbetzor, of Copley ; Electa | M.. now Mrs. G. W. Wise; Phebe Ellen, now now Mrs. Albert Beach, and Jared B., of Akron. CHARLES F. ZIEGLER, miller, Copley Center ; sole owner and proprieter of Copley Mill. This gentleman was born in Germany in 1831. When but a small lad he came to the | sey, and in 1862 came to Ohio, locating in | Wadsworth, Medina Co. In 1866, Mr. Ziegler | purchased the Copley Mill, paying for the same | $3,300. The mill at this time was in a very poorcondition. Mr. Ziegler immediately commenced | renovating and improving the property, making ~ additions as his means increased, placing in an | almost new engine, until he now owns one of - the best mills in western Summit Co. Under Mr. Ziegler's management, this mill turns out a brand of the best quality of flour, and the mill - has quite an extensive run of custom grinding. Since coming to Copley, Mr. Ziegler has purchased, besides his mill property, a nice lot of land of 7 acres, on which he has erected a fine house at a cost of $1,500. While living in Wadsworth he married Lovina Yoder, and this couple have one son, Charles, who lives with - his parents. Mr. Ziegler started in life a poor boy. At about the age of 14 he commenced learning his trade, which he has ever since fol- » lowed, giving him an experience that entitles him to the name of being one of the best millers in this county. By industry and economy he has arisen from poverty to one of ease and

ETHAN ALLING, deceased, whose portrait appears in this work, was born in North Milford, Conn., Aug. 13, 1800, and 'was a son of Lewis and Elizabeth (Clark) Alling. His education was received by a limited attendance at the schools of his neighborhood. In 1814, he entered tho grocery store of Loomis & Johnson, in New Haven, where he remained two years, when the firm failed. In March, 1817, he came to Ohio with three hired men for the purpose of improving some land his father had bought in Twinsburg Township, and in Tract 3. They at once commenced preparations for building, Mr. Alling thus becoming the first actual white settler in the town. In July. his father and mother arrived and became settlers. They both died in September, 1823. The subject was married. April 24. 1824. to Miss Eliza Blackman. of

Bridgeport, Conn., who is yet living, and is now (1881) in her 80th year. Mr. Alling opened a tavern in Twinsburg in December, 1826, a business he continued for a number of years. He was appointed Postmaster in October, 1827, and, in 1831, he commenced the mercantile business, and, in 1835, built a storehouse, in which he long did a good business, and was finally succeeded by his two eldest sons, Francis and Hoadly, who carried on the business until their death. Mr. Alling . retired from business, and, during the latter years of his life, lived upon the old homestead; he died April 22, 1867. He was an active and energetic business man, liberal in his support of churches and charitable objects, and in public enterprises a leader. By his marriage there were five children, but one of whom is now living, viz., E. L. Mrs. Alling

MRS. SARAH C. BENNETT, farming; P. O. Twinsburg; was born in Orange Township, | Cuyahoga Co., May 14, 1838, to Almon and | Henrietta (Squires) Smith, natives of Connecticut, to whom were also born Almon S., Asher | V., Susan H., Orange V., Orville and Lyman. Henrietta was a daughter of Morehouse, whose | wife was a Mead. Henrietta came to Mahon- | ing Co. about the year 1820, and moved to: Orange, Cuyahoga Co., in 1822; her husband | died in Orange in 1849. Mrs. Bennett was | married, Jan. 27, 1858, to Elam Bennett, whose | name she now bears; he was born in this town- | ship, on the farm which she now owns; his parents were Henry and Fannie (Streeter) Bennett, : natives of the Eastern States. Henry Bennett | was one of the early settlers in this township; © he had three sons - Cyrus, Henry S. and Elam. ' Mr. Bennett's life was spent on the farm on | which he settled. He was held in high es- | teem by all who knew him. He and his wife | were members of the M.E.Church. He died , Oct. 14, 1873, and she in May, 1878. Mrs. Sarah Bennett lived happily with her husband © until his death, which occurred Sept. 8, 1871. | Since his demise, she has remained on their © farm of 175 acres, with her three sons. Almon : C., Delos H. and Otis.

Rev. SAMUEL BISSELL. educator, Twinsburg. The ancestors of the above were of English descent, and the family trace them to , one John Bissell. who left Somersetshire in ' 1628, landing in Plymouth in the same year, | and, in company with others, went overland . to Windsor, on the Connecticut River, where ' he settled, and from him have sprung a. numerous family. Here was born Israel Bis- | sell, who was the grandfather of our subject; he entered the Colonial army, and died of | camp distemper, at the age of 45; the same | fate came to the grandfather on Samuel's | mother's side. Israel Bissell had three sons | and four daughters, viz.: Israel, Justus and Robert; Eunice, Roxana, Prudence and Anna. Robert had three sons and two daughters, viz. : Samuel, Roswell and David; Laura and | Bianca. Samuel was born April 28, 1797, in Middlefield, Mass.; he came West with his | parents to Ohio in 1806, and settled in Au- | forest home. Having a burning desire for an edneation, and, in the absence of proper schools, he began a systematic course of study, including the classical, and fitted himself for college, and graduated in Yale in 1823; two years later, in New Preston, Conn., he was licensed to preach, and returned to Aurora, where he engaged in teaching a select school,

Congregational Church society at Twinsburg, then in a weak and feeble condition, and ministered to their spiritual wants for about fourteen years; the society, in the meantime, grew and prospered. About this time, he gave up his pastorate and resumed teaching, and established the well-known Twinsburg Institute, a description of which the reader will find in the history of the township in this volume. Since that time, he devoted himself to teaching, having had charge of this institute for fifty-two years, during which time more than 6,000 students of both sexes have been under his instruction; among this number were 2() Indians. from five different tribes, some of whom have surpassed in scholarship any of the white youth in the institution. It may truthfully be said of My. Bissell that, in his ors, but has given his life and labors to benefit his fellow-man. Mr. Bissell was twice married - first, to Fannie A. Gaylord, who died leaving no children; his present wife was Amelia C. Sikes, born Nov. 28, 1823, in Summers, Tolland Co., Conn.; her parents were Chauncey and Cynthia (Hancock) Sikes; Chauncey was a son of Abel Sikes, and Cynthia was a daughter of G._son and Eunice (Green) Hancock, all of South Wilbraham.

| Feb. 23, 1829, he was married, by Rev. John , Seward, to Isabel Crawford, who was born in | Orange Co., N. Y.. May 20, 1806, to Solomon . and Anna Crawford, whose other children were :

Their children were Cephas, born in Aurora April 19, 1830, died Sept. 28, 1873, leaving one son, Freddie; Isabel. who was born in Aurora Sept. 20. 1831, and died Dee. 2%,

- Roy H.. Sept. 22. 1880. Cephas Bissell. the father of our subject. was regarded in the community as an upright man and worthy citizen: he and wife were both members of the Congregational Church. Henry A. is the

JAMES BROWN, farmer: P. O. Twinsburg: was born Dec. 1. 1806. in Hampden Co.. Mass. to James Brown. whose father's name also was James. The mother of our subject was Orvilla Phelps, of Connecticut: his father, being a poor man, he left home at the tender age of 7, and was buffeted about from place to place until he was 11 vears of age, when he was bound out until his majority,

, line Waterman, daughter of Zebedee, a soldier _in the war of the Revolution. now lives; his parents were Cephas and Isabel » | (Crawford) Bissell; his father was born in | came West to this township in 1833, locating | in the southeastern part. Mr. Brown, by ' his last marriage, has one child only - Almon James, who perpetuates the family name. To James. the grandfather of our subject, - were born James, William, Nicholas, Daniel, Thomas, Lewis, Israel, Petsey and Jennie. | To James and Orvilla Phelps were born Han- | nah. Orvilla, James, Roswell and Almon. - Almon James was born Feb. 16, 1846, and, on March 5, 1868, married Miss Dunchee, - who was born Dee. 18, 1848, to Harrison and .

the only child of his parents, Nathan and | and came | West with them to Portage Co. in 1833, and | thence to this township in the following year, | where his father purchased 80 acres of land » on Lots 41 and 42. Upon this place our sub- | ject has since resided. His early youth was | spent on the farm and attending school, his | education, in his later school-days, being received under the guardianship of Rev. Samuel , Bissell, of the Twinsburg Institute, where he | attended several terms. Since he has grown | twice married - first, to Violetta Hamilton, © | Feb. 1, 1856, daughter of John Hamilton, of - Nelson, Madison Co., N. Y.; she died in May, - ' Azubah, Charles, Lydia and Virgil. worldly result of the labors of Mr. Chapman, |

Israel Harmon was born Dec 25, 1808, and died at the age of 72; his wife was born Dec. 24, 1814; to them were born five children. of Nathan, of English ancestry; his children were Israel, Sylvester, Tryphenia, Artamissa and Salomi. Zebedee Waterman, the grand- and served as teamster. Nathan Cannon died Aug. 17, 1869, and his wife Nov. 20, 1879. ALBERT CHAPMAN, retired farmer: P. O. Twinsburg: was born April 12, 1812, in Hampden Co., Mass., being the fifth of a fam-

| ton, Conn., and was the son of Isaac Chapman, who was a soldier in the Revolution, and to whom were born Elisha, Abner, Nathan, Isaac, Bradford, Susan, Mary and Thankful. To Nathan and Eunice were born Polly, Betsey, Oriel, Albert, Vinson, Norman, Aldin, Carlos and Laura. Albert's father was a firstrate farmer, and raised his sons to become tillers of the soil. Albert, leaving the parental home about the time he became of age, engaged his services by the month, and labored industriously. In 1837,he came West to this State, spending the first year at Kent, Portage Co.; he afterward went to Clay Co., Ind., where he bought 160 acres from the Government, and, shortly after, purchased 40 more.

traded his land for 65 acres in this township, where he removed in 1845. Here he has since resided. He formed a matrimonial alliance with Sarah Eno, born May 15, 1815, at East Granby, Hartford Co., Conn., daughter of Gaylord and Azubah (Phelps) Eno; her father was born in East Granby, and was a son of David, who was wounded while a soldier in the war of the Revolution; Azubah was a daughter of Azariah, of Welsh descent. Gaylord and Azubah had a family composed of David, Delia, Sarah, Lorenzo, Gaylord, The

1868, he has been retired from active business, and resides at the Center. They have two children - Nathan A., who married Grace How, having two children, Jennie G. and Albert C.: Lydia, who married Ed Johnson, and has also two children - Albert E. and

Edinburgh, Scotland, to William and Isabella (Shaw) Baxter; Mr. Baxter was a tanner by trade, having in charge a tannery in Scotland, the proprietor of which became bankrupt, which threw Mr. Baxter out of employment, when he decided to come to America. Mrs. Cochrane emigrated to this country with her parents when she was ) years of age; the ship was the Royal Blackburn, which was three months in coming across. They came near being wrecked, and at one time were out of provisions. age Co., where he followed his trade two years, and then engaged in farming, which business he followed until his death; his first purchase was 0U acres at Shalersville, for which he paid $4 per acre; he afterward added 64 acres, remaining upon it until removed by death, on Feb. 6, 1874; his wife died suddenly, Auc. 6, 1876; they were members of the Estabiished Church; they had four children - James, in Ravenna; Isabel, now the time of the purchase: when he came, he had $1,000 in money, which was considered a very ' large amount at that time, its possessor being | looked upon _ Mr. Clark engaged as clerk to Ethan Alling at this place, remaining with him three years: | he afterward spent some time in the South,

1823, to Bernice and Rachel (Collier) Carver. Since 1855, Mr. Clark has been engaged in the hotel business at this place, and is an efficient and popular landlord. Of five children born to him, three are living, viz.: Bela B., Stella (the wife of O. P. Nicholds, of this township) and Etta M. Bela B. was married to Alice Pratt. born in this county to M. D. and Amanda (Hull) Pratt, who were early set- elected Justice of the Peace in 1876, serving one term. Bela B. was his successor, which position he yet retains. For many years, Mr. Clark has been a member of the Masonic fraternity. Bela B. is a member of Summit

Paul, whose father was William, who, with two brothers, came from England and settled in Saybrook. Sarah Wheeler was the wife of Paul. who served in the war of the Revolution; their children were Sarah, Jesse, Asa, Betsey, Irene, Eliza and John (twins), Benjamin and Adah. Bemen, George, Peter and Paul were the offspring of William. To Ezra and Naomi were born Ezra, Gilbert, Fannie, father in 1821; they made the journey with two yoke of oxen, and by one horse, and were thirty days in coming; they located on the Wilcox Tract, Lot No. 10, for which he had traded his land in Connecticut. In September, 1831, Ezra was married to Lucy Webster, who was born in Washington Co., Ohio; she died Feb. 19, 1874, leaving four children, and Irene were born Louisa, Charles, Sylvia | Joseph died in 1838, and his wife | Mr. Clark's first purchase of land | was in the northern part of the township; this | he sold soon after, and made his permanent | settlement on Lots 9 and 16; he and wife are members of the M. E. Church, and he is a | ' consistent Republican.

Erastus Daniels

1836, in St. Lawrence Co., N. Y., and was the | daughter of John Matthews, who was born in - January, 1807, in Hamilton Co., Vt.; her father was a son of Joseph, who was born on | Cape Cod Aug. 16, 1772, and was a Sea Captain; he died Dec. 6, 1845; his wife was a Hall. The mother of Mrs. Daniels, prior to , her marriage was Delulia Thompson; their

Congregational Church; in politics, he is Re- | publican, yet no politician; his farm, consisting of 105 acres, is situated nearly one mile south of the Center; his brother Levi died in February, 1865, and was unmarried.

S. FREEMAN, physician. Twinsburg. Among the successful practitioners of materia | medica in this county who are self-made, and who have justly merited the success gained, is Dr. Freeman, who was born in Painesville Oct.

name as himself, and was of pure English | stock; his children were Jesse R., Calvin, | Russell, Moody, Jeduthan, Lucy and Keziah; Jeduthan was a soldier in the war of 1812; |! was a blacksmith by trade, which vocation the | Doctor became thoroughly versed in during | his minority; having a love for the science of | medicine, he began a course of 1 .ding while | at work at his trade; he took his first course of lectures in the school of homeeo- | pathy in Cleveland, and his last in Chicago; he began practice in 1858 in this township, and has since continued, having a large | practice. | the following children: John and Eunice. George was born Aug. 14, 1772, and married Lois Bradner; had thirteen children, among whom was John B.

wife was a Mindevell by name, born in Massachusetts May 10, 1741. The Hales are descendents of Sir Matthew Hale. the Jurist. John B. Griste came to Ohio in 1833; was a carpenter by trade, he died Aug. 11, 1867:

Sarah Edison was a daughter of Levi and Clarrisa (Moulton) Edison; he was a son of Levi, born in Tolland Co.. Conn. His wife was Mary Blodgett; Levi was in the

He was born June ¥. 1808, | _in New York: son of Jeduthan of English | stock. 1, 1830, to Jeduthan and Sally (Edison) | Freeman; Jeduthan's father bore the same

To Levi and Clarissa were born twelve children. In 1869. the Doctor graduated at Eastman's College at Poughkeepsie. Served as Town Clerk six years, when he resigned and his father was a native of England, and upon his arrival in America, settled in East Wind- | sor, Conn. His children were named Joseph, Hannah and Grant. At the outbreak of the | war of 1812, he went out to battle; about the year 1817, leaving his wife with seven children, and in straitened circumstances. Joseph came West about the year 1829 to Hudson Township. Dee. 15, 1831, he married Lucia Pond, who was born March 5, 1815, in Winchester, Conn. Preston and Esther (Whedon) Pond. both natives of Connecticut. The family came West in 1818, with their ox team, and her father's first location was on Lot 14, in Twinsburg Township; he was among the first, arrivals, there being but about five families in the township at that time. Lucia was one of eight children, viz.,

Mr. Pond remained in this township but a few years, and then removed to Hudson, where he died about the year S35}. His companion reached the ripe age of 85. He was a good man, upright and conscientious in his dealings. and although not a member of any ecclesiastical order, yet he lived a Christian life. After the marriage of

Mr. and Mrs. Hawkins: they lived in Hudson _ until 1837, when they moved to the southeastern part of this township, and engaged in farming. In his early life, he served as Captain in the militia, afterward as Colonel. He

| was the first to introduce the stock of Devonshire cattle in this township. Mr. Hawkins died Aug. 12, 1878, having at the time of his death 40U acres of land. The farm was first settled by Lewis Alling. Mr. Hawkins was a member of the Congregational Church, of which his wife is an active representative. There are two sons - Albert W. and Alfred; A. W. resides on homestead.

CHAUNCEY LANE, farmer: P. O. Twinsburg; was born Aug. 31, 1803, in Middlesex Co., Conn., and was the son of Phillip Lane, who was born in Killingworth Jan. 9, 1766, and was married, November. 1795, to Rebina, who was born Nov. 26,-1770, in the same county. To them were born Luman, Henry and Harry, Lovina, Chauncey, Julius, Abner, Harriet, Nathan and Polly. The parents of the above died in Killingworth Jan. Lie lsol and June 2, 1850, respectively. Phillip was a son of Joseph, whose father was John, the son of Robert, who emigrated from England about the year 1670. Chauncey remained at home until he passed his majority, when he came West in November, 1828. In February he purchased 100 acres of land for $300, on Lot 12. May 31, 1837, in Groton, New London Co., Conn., to Asher and Abigail (Smith) Bailey, her father having been born in the same place in December, 1775. Hewas a son of John, who was one of three brothers, who came from England and settled in Connecticut. Abigail was a daughter of Samuel Smith, who was 16 years of age at the time of the battle of Fort Griswold in Revolutionary times. The Baileys were Congregationalists, and the Smiths Baptists. Mrs. Lane came West to Geauga Co. with her brother in 1836; her parents followed soon after, and settled in Munson, same county. Two children Chauncey P. and Caroline, were born to Mr. and Mrs. Lane. C. P. now resides on the farm where he was born Jan. 14, 1841. He married Mary E. Ames, a native of Vermont, and has three children - Carrie, Frank and Eddie, who is now serving as Justice of the Peace. Caroline resides in

ORRIS LEACH, farmer; P. O. Twinsburg; son of Daniel and Anna R. (Bissell) Leach; was born Oct. 18, 1818, among the hills of Hampshire Co., Mass. of Daniel, Sr., whose sons were Daniel, Ira, Joseph and Isaiah. Anna Bissell was a daughter of Justus, who served in the war of the Revolution. descended from one John, who came from Somersetshire, England, to America in 1628.

minority. also engaged in the milling business. At the age of 23, Orris came West to Aurora, where he engaged at farm labor. April 28, 1850, he married Sallie M. Blair,

Blair was a son of Isaac and Bathsheba (Frost) Blair, to whom were born ten children - Matthew, Elijah, Elam and Eli: (twins), Isaac, Bohan, Mollie, Julia, Anna and Rebecca. To Isaac and Rebecca Taylor Blair were born Mary A., Milton, Emily, Sallie, Carroll, Jane, Louisa, Emeline and Armilla. Isaac served in the war of 1812. Mr. Leach came to Twinsburg in 1851, and for several years was engaged in trading. He moved to his present home in 1870, and has over 160 acres of land where he resides; he also owns 65 acres in Michigan. Mrs. Leach was for twenty-three years a teacher, and taught eleven years inone place. Their children are - Addie, Mrs. L. Hawkins; Bride, Mrs F. L. Haggett; and Manly.

HENRY LIVINGSTON, cheese manufacturer, Twinsburg; son of Henry and Nancy (Lacore) Livingston; was born April 26, 1830, in Watertown, Jefferson Co., N. Y. His father was a son of Henry Livingston, Sr., who was born in Armagh on the Emerald Isle. Nathaniel was the father of Nancy, he had born to him Nancy, Margaret, Luke, Cleantha, Champion and Jerusha. Henry, the father of our subject, was born about the year 1786, in Ireland, and emigrated to New York in the early part of the present century. He was an Irishman, born of a highly respected family who were among the intelligent class, ranking high in social position. He was identified prominently with the interests both of a local and general character. As a Freemason he ranked high, having advanced from the Blue Lodge to the orders of Knighthood. To him were born seven children, viz., Margaret, Sarah, Henry, J. A., John W., Jane and William. The family came West to Cleveland Sept. 10, 1837, where the father died soon after. At the age of 16, Henry learned the shoemaker's trade at this place. Dec. 2d, 1850, he was married to Laura Done, born in this township May 23, 1832, and the daughter of A. B. a * Maria Done, who were from Connecticut, and came West about 1826. Aug. 29, 1864, he enlisted in Co. E, 177th O. V. L, and served until the close of the war.

ship. Two others died - Russell H., at 17; and Laura A., 2 years of age. Mr. L. is a member of Summit Lodge, A., F. & A. M, No. 213, and Summit Chapter, R. A. M., No. i+. He is in politics a Democrat.

J. W. McINTOSH, retired farmer; P. O. Twinsburg: is one of the early settlers on Liberty street; he was born Feb. 4, 1805, in Trumbull Co.. this State; son of Pascal and Abi (Clark) McIntosh. He was a son of the Revolutionary war. in which he was an active participant. Pascal, Moses, John and Daniel. Ebenezer's wife was a Marvel prior to her marriage. Pascal was born in New Hampshire, received a collegiate education at Yale, and was a man of superior ability. He came West about the year 179%; first to the mouth of Chagrin River, where he lived about two years: then moved to Mantua, where he kept bachelor's hall for some time. Abi was a daughter of honored member. John W. left home at 22, and learned the carpenter and joiner's trade, at which he worked for several years. At the age of 24, he married Olive Ferris, who was born March 11, 1814, in Suffield, Portage Co., to Granderson and Mary (Card) Ferris. mother was born in Portage Co., and her father in Virginia; he was a son of John, who married Jerusha Lockwood. Mary Card was a daughter of Silas Card. Mr. and Mrs. McIntosh came to this township in September, 1831. He built his cabin about forty rods south of his present residence, this time, and game very abundant; he killed, one afternoon, three deer and two turkeys. | They had several children, all of whom are deceased; but two lived to be grown, viz., Mary, who married David Riley, and died leaving Alexander, who died at the age of 19, was a young man of much promise. He was a student under James A. Garfield at Hiram, and before his death prophesied that Garfield would be President.

- ington Co., N. ¥Y. Salmon was born June 11, _ 1804, in Washington Co.. and was the son of | Moses, whose father was John Nelson. Nelson married Chloe Carver, who bore him _ Salmon, Mary, Silas, Fannie, Harley, Daniel, sessed kind and generous impulses. She still survives him. A. L. was married, June 12, 1853. to Belvia A. Smith, a native of the Empire State, daughter of George B. Smith, who married Clara Everest. In 1853, Mr.

- composed of such things as are required in the farming community. | member of any church society, he is not un- | kindly disposed toward any ecclesiastical order, - and in bestowing charity where it is needed. he is not found wanting. JUNIA NORTH, retired, Twinsburg; was | ' born in Litchfield Co., Conn., April 30. 1796.

West in the spring of 1823, and lived in | _Braceville the first year; the year following » | he purchased with $1,500 100 acres on Lot 24, 5 was one of the six who formed the church 'body at the time of its organization in the township, and has filled the office of Deacon for many years. Far advanced in years, he

| Twinsburg; youngest son of Aaron Norton, was born June 10, 1808, in Otsego Co., N. Y. His father was born July 3, 1751, in Killings: | worth, Conn., and served as a soldier in the Reyolution. He was twice married - tirst to Eunice Rutty, and moved to Pittsfield, Mass.; thence | to New York. where he married Lydia Hutch- | inson. He has ten children, viz., Uriah, Sel- _ den, Eber, Lebbeus, Simon, Joseph (by the and Horace (by last marriage). The parents of Horace died suddenly of an epidemic disease, and were buried in one grave. Horace 'came West to Aurora, Portage Co., in the year 1814, with his brother Selden, with whom he lived for several years. | of 8 years, he was sent to mill with oxen and ' cart to Northampton, seventeen miles distant, | which journey occupied three days; the first day he reached the mill, sleeping on his sacks;

For several years he took jobs of clearing, and, at the age of 21, he in one year, chopped 25 acres ready for logging, and cleared 10 acres ready for wheat. May 14, 1833, he married Miranda Fisk, who was born April 13, 1816, at Batavia, N. Y., to Benjamin and Beulah (Lamberton) Fisk. Her father was born in York State Dec. 22, 1787, and her mother in the same State Aug. 22, 1794. He was a son of Benjamin, who served in the war of 1812, and was sent to Canada as a spy and was poisoned by eating food given him by a woman. The Fisk family came West to Chester, Geauga Co.. in 1818. Benjamin | Fisk died October, 1872, his wife Jan. 18, 1868. To them were born Meranda, Tryphena, Orin, Sophrona, James, Benjamin and Horace. Mr, Norton purchased land in Geauga Co. before his marriage, and sold it soon after; then he purchased 123 acres upon which he lived nine years. In 1842, he removed to this township, where he has since _ lived. He now has 118 acres of land. Of