BRIEF PERSONALS

ALEXANDER, GEORGE, Licking p.o., Washington, was born in York county, and was one of the children of William and Nancy Ann Alexander. The family came to the township in 1840, when Mr. Alexander bought 100 acres of land, paying two dollars per acre for it. He married Caroline M., a daughter off Horace R. Peck, of Rochester, N.Y. Their children were William E. and Albert E. William Alexander died in September, 1875; George died in April, 1875. During life George Alexander was one of the most successful farmers of his township. He commenced life poor, but at the time of his death was in comfortable circumstances. His family are now respected members of the Methodist Episcopal Church. William E., the oldest living child, enlisted in 1862 in Company G, One Hundred and Fifty-fifth Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry, and served two years and eleven months.

Alexander, Henry, Callensburg p.o., Licking, was a son of Samuel and Mary (Shirey) Alexander, and was born in Westmoreland county in 1801 and settled in Armstrong county in 1812, worked at farming until he was eighteen years of age. He served an apprenticeship to the carpenter trade, but on account of ill health became engaged in the mercantile business in Monroe township. He settled in Callensburg in 1831, and there opened his general store. He was appointed postmaster in 1832, an office which he held for eighteen years. He was appointed deputy marshal in 1840 to take the census of part of Armstrong and Clarion counties, in which year the first agricultural and manufacturing statistics were taken in the United States. He also served as first lieutenant and major of a regiment. He was engaged in the iron business from 1845 to 1850. He was married in 1836 to Nancy Hays. They had a family of four children – Elmira P. (Risher), Alvin H., Mary (deceased), Sarah E. (Klingensmith). Mr. Alexander’s mother died in 1868, at the age of 104 years, eleven months and two days.

Alsbach, G.W., Scotch Hill p.o., Farmington. The family of George Alsbach came to Scotch Hill, Clarion county, Pa., in the year 1837. In the family were several children, a part of whom were natives of this county. These children were David K., Rachel, Samuel J., John, George W., Aaron W., Levi P., and Oliver P., and of these children all but Levi and Samuel are now living. George W. Alsbach was born on January 29, 1830. At about the age of nineteen years he learned the trade of blacksmithing, a trade which he has since followed. He married Eliza Henry for his first and Eliza Kribbs for his second wife. David K. Alsbach was born on December 30, 1821. He married Lavina Neely. They had a family of four children. John M. Alsbach was born on February 4, 1827, and, married Euphemia Bartlett, who bore him three children, and who died in 1862. He then married the widow of his deceased brother Samuel. These brothers are all substantial citizens of Scotch Hill; well-to-do and highly respected, and are all firm Republicans.

Arblaster, G.W., New Bethlehem, was born at East Liverpool, Columbiana county, O., in 1848, and was a son of George R. and Susan Arblaster. George R. was born in Staffordshire, England, and settled in Clover county, Pa., in 1855, where he died in 1880, leaving a widow and six children, all of whom are now living. He was a hollowware manufacturer, and at his death his son George became his successor, in 1881. He largely increased the business and facilities, and in 1886 introduced natural gas in the manufacture of stone ware. He also took into partnership P.W. Boyd, the style of the firm being G.W. Arblaster & Co. The firm are making preparations to go into the manufacture of drain tile and sewer pipe quite extensively. In 1866 G.W. Arblaster married Sarah Rader. They have had one son.

Armstrong, Robert, West Freedom p.o., Perry, was born in Fayette county, and settled in Clarion county in 1868. He married Lydia McLean, and they had a family of nine children. He enlisted in 1862 in the One Hundred and Sixty-eighth Pennsylvania Infantry and served to the close of the war. He is engaged in the oil business, having charge of a number of wells. His parents were James and Mary Ann (Wilson) Armstrong, who had a family of seven children.

Armstrong, Robert C., Knox p.o., Ashland, is a farmer, and was born in Ashland on December 4, 1831. He was a son of Robert and Sarah (Harrold) Armstrong. Robert, sr., was born near Enniskillen, Fermanagh county, Ireland, and settled on the farm which is now owned and occupied by his son Robert C., in 1809, cleared and improved the same, and died in 1854, at the age of seventy-one years. He was a soldier in the war of 1812, and his children were Barbara, Martha, Elizabeth, Margaret, Mary Huldah, Sarah, Jane, Mary A., Susannah, Caroline M., and Robert C. The latter now occupies the old homestead. He was married in 1859 to Priscilla Kribbs, a daughter of John and Elizabeth (Best) Kribbs, of Ashland. Robert C. and Priscilla have had a family of seven children – Sarah E., Mary J., John W., Robert L., Willia K., Flora L., and Ida May.

Ash, Rev. Jacob, Shannondale p.o., Redbank, the Evangelical Lutheran clergyman of Shannondale Church, was born in Baden, Germany, in 1846, and in 1856 in company with his parents, Urban and Sophia Ash, settled in Chester county, Pa., near Phoenixville. They had a family of eight children – Levi, William, Rev. Jacob, John, Joanna, Charles, Frederick, and Mary. Jacob in early life learned the blacksmith trade, and afterwards fitted himself for a teacher, and graduated from the Evangelical Lutheran Seminary at Philadelphia in 1876. He was married in 1877 to Annie B. Welty, of Allegheny county. They have had three children – Lula B., Frank W., and Samuel L.

Ashbaugh, Henry, St. Petersburg p.o., Richland, was born where he now resides, in 1841; is a farmer, and owns a farm of ninety-six acres. His parents were John and Dorothy (Whittling) Ashbaugh. John was born in Westmoreland county, but came to Clarion county at an early day. Henry was married on February 9, 1865, to Susan Eddinger, a daughter of William and Susan (Ditman) Eddinger, of Turkey City, Pa. Henry and Susan have had a family of four children – William O., John E., Ida M., and Charles E.

Bailey, P.H., West Monterey p.o., Perry, manufacturer and dealer in boots and shoes, and having an extensive business in the oil country; was born in Buffalo, N.Y., in 1848. He was married on September 29, 1851, to Catharine Gates, who died on November 18, 1873, at Shamburg, Venango county. They had four children, two of whom are now living – Catharine (born April 14, 1868), Elizabeth (born December 25, 1869), Peter (born August 31, 1871, and died June 21, 1874), and John (born June 9, 1873, and died December 12, 1873). Mr. Bailey enlisted in the One Hundred and Sixty-eighth New York Infantry. He is now an enterprising business man, and owner of his residence and store.

Barger, Abraham, West Monterey p.o., Perry, was a son of Jacob and Anna (Lash) Barger, and was born in Clarion county, Pa., in 1827. He married Elizabeth Young, a daughter of David Young. She died in November, 1885, at the age of fifty-eight years. They had a family of six children – Susan, Isaiah, Mary C., Mansel P., Sarah E., and Jacob F. (deceased). Mr. Barger was in the One Hundred and Sixty-ninth Pennsylvania Infantry. He is now engaged in mining and farming, and owns and occupies a farm of twenty acres.

Barger, Peter, West Freedom p.o., Perry, was a son of Abraham and Elizabeth (Snider) Barger, and was born in Clarion county in 1833. He was married in 1859 to Margaret Jordan. They had a family of six children – Silas, Siloamus, Priscilla, George, John, and Mary, Mr. Barger is now engaged in farming and mining interests.

Barlett, James Wilson, Scotch Hill p.o., Farmington, was born in this township on October 18, 1848. He was the oldest of four children born to Samuel and Euphemia Barlett, one of the highly respected families of the township. When James was but seven years old his father died, leaving the duties of the farm and household a charge upon his widow. James lived at home until 1863, when his mother died. He then worked on the river and in the lumber woods, and saved some money. With this he educated himself, taking a course of study in a mercantile college. He also worked as a clerk with business houses, and finally became engaged in business with Daniel Steiner at Scotch Hill, which relation has continued over fourteen years. Latterly he has engaged in oil production. Energy and perseverance on his part has been amply rewarded, and to-day he is one of the most respected and successful young business men of the township. Mr. Barlett is a member of the M.E. Church. His wife was Lucinda Jane Magee, whom he married in 1871, and who died in 1886, leaving three children.

Barnes, Elmer, Alum Rock p.o., Licking, a son of Albert Barnes, of Foxburg, was born in New York in 1860, and came to Clarion county in 1876. He was married in 1882 to Anne Ryan. They have had two children – Harry Albert and Bessie. Mr. Barnes follows the oil business, drilling and tool dressing.

Barnes, John C., New Bethlehem, the artistic photographer of the borough, was born in Allegheny county, Pa., in 1860, and settled in New Bethlehem, Pa., in his profession in 1880, where his rooms are the attraction of the town. He was a son of Simon and Amelia (Kennedy) Barnes. Amelia was born in Clarion county, and her husband Simon was born in Indiana county, Pa., and died in 1865, leaving a widow and four children.

Barnett, Daniel, Knox p.o., Beaver, was born in Beaver township on August 13, 1845; is a farmer, and owns a farm of thirty acres with a coal mine, employing three men. He enlisted on March 31, 1864, in Company E, Seventy-eighth Pennsylvania Volunteers, and served during the war. His parents were Joseph and Mary (Bennett) Barnett. He was married on July 2, 1867, to May Albert Stanford, of Beaver township. They have a family of five children – James M., Etta M., Calvin O., Laura B., and Cora E.

Baum, Joel, Kossuth p.o., Ashland, a farmer, was born in Schuylkill county on September 5, 1853, and was a son of Levi and Rebecca (Mowry) Baum, who settled in Ashland in 1857. They have four children living – Joel, Milton, Alice D., and Ida. Joel now occupies a part of the farm on which his parents first settled, has cleared the portion which he occupies, and made all the improvements in buildings. His wife was Elizabeth, a daughter of Daniel and Teenie (Whitehill) Starr, of Ashland. Joel has a family of five children – Daniel C., Teenie L. and Rebecca E. (twins), and Jennie.

Beals, Benjamin, Knox p.o., Beaver, was born in Lehigh county on February 15, 1833, and came with his parents, Jacob and Elizabeth (Bry) Beals, to Clarion county in 1841. Mr. Beals is a farmer and owns thirty-seven acres, and is also engaged in the oil producing business. He was married in March, 1864, to Mary M. Himes, a daughter of William Himes, of Lawrence county. They have two children living – Edwin J., and Mary E.

Beals, Samuel, Knox p.o., Beaver, was born in Lehigh county on September 5, 1831, and came with his parents, Jacob and Elizabeth (Bry) Beals, to Clarion county in 1841. He is a farmer, and now owns and occupies a farm of five hundred and forty acres, part of which is oil, producing. He was married on December 25, 1852, to Catherine C. Marsh, of Beaver township. They have had seven children – Frank A., born November 8, 1853, Henrietta L, born April 10, 1858, now the wife of James Laughner, Emma E., born September 2, 1860, married John Adams, Hiram K., born December 3, 1862, Isabella F.A., born March 6, 1865, married Elmer Buckelow, Clara E., born July 24, 1868, Catherine A., born April 14, 1870. His second wife was Lizzie Leavy, to whom he was married on January 18, 1881. She was a daughter of Jacob and Lizzie (Mong) Leavy. They have had three children – Clydie L., born September 13, 1881; Jacob W., born January 21, 1883; and Mabel I., born January 18, 1884.

Beatty, Dr. Smith Graves, Scotch Hill p.o., Farmington, the youngest of eleven children born to Absalom and Sarah Beatty, was born in Armstrong county, on December 23, 1854. His parents were farmers, but young Beatty had no inclination for that pursuit. He worked in stores, taught music and school, and finally at the age of twenty-four years came to commence the study of medicine with Dr. J.H. Smith, at Millville. He attended a course of lectures at the College of Physicians and Surgeons at Baltimore, and graduated honorably in the spring of 1882, and at once commenced the practice of medicine at Scotch Hill. Here he married Sadie E., a daughter of William Thompson. Doctor Beatty is a most successful practitioner, whose fame is rapidly spreading throughout the county. Both he and his wife are members of the Presbyterian Church.

Beck, James, Knox p.o., Beaver, was born on October 25, 1817, in Armstrong county, Pa. He is a farmer, and now owns a farm of 260 acres. His parents were John and Susan (Schall) Beck, who were natives of Armstrong county, and came to Clarion county in 1831. James Beck was married on February 18, 1847, to Caroline Master, a daughter of George Master, of Berks county. They have eleven children – Marietta (deceased), John F., George W., Charles (deceased), Lena F., William A., Edwin J., Alferetta, Lemuel L. (deceased), David S., and Calvin N. (deceased.)

Beck, Simon R., Knox p.o., Beaver, was born in Beaver township, Pa., on May 11, 1848. He is an oil-producer, and has been a school director. His parents were William and Catharine (Hank) Beck, natives of Clarion county. He was married on December 14, 1871, to Mary Donaldson, a daughter of John and Emaline (Ryant) Donaldson. They have one child—Frank W.

Beer, Henry, Fisher p.o., Mill Creek, was born in Armstrong county, on July 20, 1821. His father, Jacob Beer, was a carpenter by trade, and when Blacks & Shippen’s Furnace was in blast, he worked for them, doing carpenter work for three years. His wife’s maiden name was Elizabeth Maccafoose, who was of German descent, her parents being both natives of Germany. Jacob and Elizabeth had a family of twelve children; two boys and one girl are dead – William, George, and Susan. Those children now living are Jacob, Elizabeth, John, Henry, Martha, Christina, Samuel, Mary Ann, and Eve. Henry Beer was married in 1851, to Elizabeth Stroup. Their first child, Mary Ann, died while young. The rest of their children, four in number, are all living – William L., Anna M., John, and Alvaretta J. Mr. Beer has been engaged in farming and lumbering. He has forty acres of farm land on which he now resides, much broken down in health. He enlisted on August 1, 1861, as a private in the War of the Rebellion; was through the seven days’ fight and other engagements, and was honorably discharged on account of disability, in October, 1862, for which he now receives a pension.

Beil, A.S., Alum Rock p.o., Richland, was born in New Hamburg, Mercer county, on January 27, 1850, and came to Clarion county in 1882, and purchased about fifteen acres of what is known as Alum Rock, located on the Clarion River about one and a half miles from Richmond Station, on the P. and W. Railroad; is located in a fine grove, and is much sought after by picnic parties. There is a liquid oozing from the rocks which forms a crystal of very strong alum, hence the name. Mr. Beil was married on July 21, 1874, to Francis Snyder, of Mercer county. They have had three children – Clyde A., Eva H., and Glenn A.

Bell, James, West Monterey p.o., Perry, was born in Clarion county in 1834, and was married in 1853 to A. Davis, who died in 1859, leaving two children. In 1860 he married Sarah E. Bushey. They have had a family of six children, three of whom are now living. Mr. Bell is engaged in farming and lumbering, also saw-milling and boatbuilding.

Bell, Robert, West Freedom p.o., Perry, was born in Clarion county in 1816, and was married in 1841, to Christine Wilson, who was born in 1819, and died in 1852. They have had five children, two of whom are now living – John W. and Melissa. In 1862 he married Mary E. Cobler, who was born in 1847. Mr. Bell worked as a carpenter and builder for twenty-five years, but of late he has been engaged in farming, and now owns thirty-seven acres.

Berlin, George A., Turkey City p.o., Richland, was born in Westmoreland county, Pa., on February 20, 1823, and came to this county with his parents, Frederick and Elizabeth (Ammant) Berlin, in 1822. He is a farmer, and owns 307 acres of land; sixteen wells were drilled on his farm, all of which were producers at one time, but four of which are now producers. He was married on November 27, 1845, to Leah Will, of Clarion county, Pa. They have had a family of nine children born to them – Israel, Mary G., wife of R.G. Wilby; Elizabeth, wife of William H. Francisco; Catharine, wife of John Page; Emily, deceased, was the wife of J.R. Clark; Sarah, wife of Andrew Edinger; Leah A., wife of George Way; George, deceased; and Rachel A., wife of William Dunkle.

Berlin, John C., Fern p.o., Ashland, a hardware merchant, was born in Elk township, Pa., on May 27, 1859, and was a son of George N. and Susan (Cook) Berlin. He was married in February, 1884, to Wilda, a daughter of David and Maria (Davis) Oaks, of Rockland, Venango county, Pa. He embarked in his present hardware business at Fern City, Pa., April 1, 1886.

Berlin, Levi, Monroe p.o., Beaver, was born where he now resides on April 14, 1829. He is a farmer and owns seventy acres. His parents were Frederick and Elizabeth (Ammon) Berlin. He was married on July 4, 1878, to Christina Beal, of Venango county. They have had a family of five children – Eli A., Emma A., Frederick B., George W., and Alberta.

Berlin Noah, Monroe p.o., Beaver, was born in Beaver township, Clarion county, Pa., on May 30, 1831, and died on February 1, 1884. He was a farmer, and at the time of his death owned a farm of seventy-three acres. He was a son of Frederick and Elizabeth (Ammond) Berlin. He was married on October 14, 1857, to Mary Conner, a daughter of Francis and Elizabeth (Boyer) Conner, of Richland, Pa. They have four children – Elizabeth A., Catherine A., wife of George F. Exley; Esther L., and Francis C.

Best, George, Callensburg p.o., Licking, was a son of George and Elizabeth (Lanner) Best, and was born in Westmoreland county in 1817, and came to what is now Clarion county in 1818. He married Francis Nevil. They had a family of five children, three of whom are now living – George N., Katie, and Elizabeth. His early life was passed on the farm. He built a flour and grist-mill on the Clarion River, but has now retired from active business life, and now resides on a farm of forty-seven acres. His father was born in 1786, and died in 1868, and his mother, who was born in 1793, died in 1875.

Best, George C., Barnes Corners p.o., Beaver, was born at what is now known as Best’s Mills, on September 8, 1820. His grandfather, Henry Best, came from Greensburg, Westmoreland county, to what is now Beaver township, in the year 1804. In 1806 he built a grist-mill, the only one then in the county, and on the same spot where his grandson now runs a grist-mill. George C. was a son of Michael and Elizabeth (Sherry) Best. Michael was a soldier in the War of 1812. George C. was married on February 7, 1847, to Susannah Switzer, a daughter of Jacob and Susannah (Swab) Switzer, who were born in Germany. George C. has had a family of six children – Samuel, Lavina (wife of Joel Best), Lizzie (wife of Eugene Turner), Amanda, Elie, and Emily.

Best, Godlieb, Church p.o., Beaver, was born in Beaver, Pa., on March 3, 1840. He is a farmer, and now owns and occupies a farm of 288 acres. His parents were John and Margaret (Small) Best. He was married on August 23, 1866, to Elizabeth E. Best, a daughter of Michael and Lucy Anna (Edinger) Best, of Beaver, Pa. They have six children now living – Irvin W., Charles C., Francis E.A., Sarah L.F., Laura C., and Oliver U.

Best, Michael, Church p.o., Beaver, was born where he now resides, on February 326 acres. His parents were William and Mary M. (Everhard) Best. Mr. Best came from Westmoreland county in 1811. Michael Best was married in December, 1839, to Lucy A. Edinger, a daughter of Andrew and Mary (Wagoner) Edinger, formerly of Lehigh county, who came to Clarion county about 1834. Michael and Lucy have eight children living – William F., Josephine F., Uriah, David, Charles, Simon W., Samuel, and Elizabeth, wife of Godlieb Best.

Best, Simon W., Church p.o., Beaver, was born in Beaver township on May 24, 1854; is a farmer and oil producer, and owns sixty-seven acres. He has been constable and collector of the town. His parents were Michael and Louisiana (Edinger) Best, natives of this township. The family of Bests settled in this township as early as 1804. Simon W. was married on January 21, 1877, to Susie Fulk, a daughter of John and Mary E. (Wentling) Fulk, formerly of Berks county. They have had a family of four children – Minnie L., George M.W., Orrin F., and Lillie L.

Black, George, Fern p.o., Ashland, a merchant and oil producer, was born in Elk township on October 26, 1831, and was a son of William and Sarah (Berlin) Black. His paternal grandfather, Frederick Black, and his maternal grandfather, George Berlin, were both pioneers of Clarion county. George Black is a merchant, and was brought up in Elk township. He married Margaret M. Martin, a daughter of Barnhart and Elizabeth (Harrold) Martin, of Ashland. They have had a family of six children – Travilla F., Ida R., W. Mart, Lutellas F., John Q.W., and Jennie M. Mr. Black has been engaged in the oil producing business for five years, and in the mercantile for the past ten years, in Elk, and Fern City. He was formerly engaged in farming.

Black, Paul, Valley p.o., Elk, is a farmer, and was born in Elk township on February 2, 1836, and was a son of William and Sarah (Berlin) Black. His paternal grandfather, Frederick Black, and his maternal grandfather, George Berlin, were both pioneers of Clarion county. William Black was a pioneer of Elk, where he cleared and improved a farm. His children were George, John R., Paul, Mary E., Fanny, Martha, and Maggie. Paul Black was married in 1863 to Martha J., a daughter of Hugh and Mary (Lucas) Magiffin, of Shippensville. They have had a family of eight children – Willis, Edward, Ellia, Minnie, Harry, Burton, Myrtle, and Earl.

Black, Travilla F., Fern p.o., Ashland, is a merchant and liveryman, and was born in Elk township, Pa., on February 8, 1857. He was a son of George and Margaret M. (Martin) Black. He was married on June 30, 1881, to Susan, a daughter of Wesley and Caroline (Cramer) Oglesby, of Elk township. They have had one child – Fred. Mr. Black embarked in the mercantile business in Fern City in 1886.

Blair, John R., Leatherwood p.o., New Bethlehem, was born in Armstrong county in 1810 and settled in Clarion county in 1824. He was a son of Alexander and Elizabeth (Reed) Blair, who were born in Franklin county, and settled in Clarion county in 1824. They had a family of eight children, three of whom are now living – John R., Elizabeth, and Samuel. John R. Blair was married in 1839 to Elizabeth Miller, who died on October 4, 1885. They had a family of ten children, seven of whom are now living – Rebecca J., Harrison, David, Samuel, Elizabeth, Lovina, and Nancy A. Mr. Blair in early life was engaged in lumber and timber shipping, and an expert river pilot, but is now retired. He built three large saw-mills, and the latter part of his business life he was engaged in farming.

Blatt, jr., Peter, East Brady, carriage, wagon and farm implement manufacturer, and having a general smithing and repair shop; was born in Prussia in 1848, and settled in Pittsburgh in 1849 with his parents, Peter and Barbara (Stuppy) Blatt. They had a family of eight children, seven sons are now living – Valentine, Joseph, Peter, jr., Matthias, Henry, John, and August. They settled in Armstrong county, at Brady’s Bend, in 1851. Peter, jr., was married in 1871 to May Truatwein, of Brady. They have had a family of six children – Mary Emma, Agnes, Clara, Albert, Ida, and Philla Minnie. Peter became engaged in the business in 1871, upon his settling here. He is a prominent musician, a leader and instructor of the band. He is engaged in the sale of organs and pianos, and gives instruction on the same. He is also teacher of a string band.

Blatt, Valentine, East Brady, manufacturer of tin, copper and sheet-iron ware, dealer in shelf hardware, stoves and house furnishing goods, crockery, glassware, and all kinds of farming machinery, reapers, mowers, portable engines and threshers, was born in the village of Schiffweiler, Prussia, in 1844. He was a son of Peter and Barbara (Stuppy) Blatt, who, with their family, emigrated to Pittsburgh in 1849, and in 1851 settled at Brady’s Bend. They have had a family of seven sons – Valentine, Joseph, Peter, Matthias, Henry, John, and August. The parents are now engaged in farming in Butler county. Valentine Blatt was married in 1867 to Elizabeth Fuchs, of Elk township, Clarion county. They have had a family of eleven children, eight of whom are now living – William J., Mary, Joseph, George, Amalia, Cecelia, John, and Helen Dorothea. Valentine became engaged in his hardware business on settlement here in 1871, and the firm was then doing business under the name of V. Blatt & Brother. In 1886 Mr. Blatt became sole proprietor. He settled in East Brady, Pa., in 1871.

Bodenhorn, Martin Thomas, Frogtown p.o., Millville, was born in 1848, and was a son of Jacob and Elizabeth (Holdman) Bodenhorn, of Lebanon, Pa., who settled in Rose, Jefferson county, in 1835, and came to Redbank township in 1867. They had a family of eleven children, seven, of whom are now living – Mary, Jacob J., Elizabeth, Lydia A., Gideon H., Martin T., and Margaret M. Jacob was born in 1807 and died in 1879, and his wife Elizabeth was born in 1815. They were married in 1834. Martin T. was married in 1879 to Mary Stewart, who was born in 1856. They had a family of four children – two died at an early age and two are now living – Carrie Blanche, born in 1881, and Ruloff Ruloffson, born in 1883.

Booth, Nelson, Knox p.o., Edenburg, was born in Chester county on November 17, 1840, and came to Clarion county in 1877, is a lumber dealer and oil producer, and is now justice of the peace. His parents were George W. and Emily (Stevens) Booth. His wife was Sarah Betts, a daughter of John and Esther (Herb) Betts, of Schuylkill county, to whom he was married on February 12, 1869. They have had a family of five children – Alpharata, Nelson H., Grace I., Howard A., and Maud E.

Bostaph, Andrew James, North Pine Grove p.o., Farmington, a son of Andrew and Catharine Bostaph, was born on December 16, 1842. His parents were among the early and prominent pioneers of the township, who endured the trials and hardships of pioneer life, and who were among its’ most respected families. At the age of twenty-three years Andrew started out in life in the lumber district and met with indifferent success at first, but by perseverance and tact he at last succeeded, and enjoys the fruits of a hard-earned fortune. At the age of twenty-eight years he married Mary A. Black. They had a family of seven children. In addition to his extensive real estate interests, Mr. Bostaph has for twelve years past conducted a hotel at North Pine Grove. In political life he is an ardent Democrat, and has been postmaster since 1873. The family are members of the Catholic Church.

Bostaph, Joseph, Vowinckle p.o., Farmington, the second child of Andrew and Catharine Bostaph, was born in the township of Farmington December 6, 1840. He was brought up and still lives on the old home farm, and has never left home for any considerable length of time. At the age of thirty-five years he married Margaret Davis. They have had a family of five children. His father gave him the old homestead farm, but left to him the care of a blind brother, and his aged mother. Upon the gift of the farm Joseph has somewhat enlarged, and is now in comfortable circumstances. He is a Democrat in politics, and has frequently held town offices. During boyhood he went to school but little, and improved the opportunities offered. He was raised under the teachings of the Catholic Church, but takes no active part in church affairs.

Bostaph, Samuel, St. Petersburg p.o., Richland, was born in Richland township on October 30, 1845, and is now proprietor of the St. Petersburg Hotel. His parents were Daniel and Sarah (Frederick) Bostaph, who were of Prussian descent. Daniel came from Westmoreland county to Clarion in 1817, and died in 1881. Samuel was married on January 20, 1865, to Hannah Shoup, a daughter of David and Lavina (Gaughler) Shoup, of this town. They have had a family of six children – William C., Alice (wife of J. Shingledecker, of St. Petersburg), Edward J., Harvey P., Cora E., and Fred.

Bowman, James Clinton, Newmansville p.o., Washington, was born in Farmington on January 3, 1847. He was the fifth child born to David and Ellen Bowman, an old and respected pioneer family. James’s early business life was spent in the lumber woods of Forest county, and here he got his start in life. At the age of twenty-five years he married Elizabeth, a daughter of Daniel A. Walters. They have had three children. Mr. Bowman is a conscientious Christian gentleman, class leader, and local preacher of the Free Methodist Church at Newmansville, and is active in all that pertains to the welfare of the society. Since 1875 he has been engaged in the mercantile trade, and is now the leading merchant of Newmansville. From principle, Mr. Bowman is a strict prohibitionist.

Bowser, A.J., West Monterey p.o., Perry, was a son of Peter and Jane Bowser, and was born in Armstrong county in 1854. He was married in 1876 to Mary E. Kribbel, of Clarion county. They have had four children – Edward M., Myrtie R., Charles, and Clyde. Mr. Bowser is engaged in farming and milling. His father, Peter, was born in 1815 and died in 1879, and his mother was born in 1821.

Boyd, P.W., New Bethlehem, a member of the firm of G.W. Arblaster & Co., was born near Rimersburg, on the old Thompson homestead, now the property of Alexander Bols. He was a son of Samuel and Mary Jane (Thompson) Boyd. Samuel M. in 1843 associated himself with J.M. Thompson and Charles D. Hatchison, under the style of Franklin Furnace Company, but owing to the unfavorable tariff legislation, and during the Polk administration the concern failed. Mr. Boyd then became book-keeper and manager of the Mahoning Iron Works of Armstrong county. Mr. Boyd’s health failed in 1860, and in 1868 he settled on a farm near Rimersburg, which was the property of his wife. He died in 1868, at the age of forty-seven years, leaving a wife and nine children, eight of whom are now living. Their sons are W.H. Boyd, who now owns the old homestead; J.A.C., now engaged very extensively in the mercantile business in Uniontown, Fayette county; L.C., a member of the firm of L.H. Smith Woodenware Co. of Pittsburgh, also manufacturers of brooms, brushes, etc.; and P.W. Boyd, a member of the firm of G.W. Arblaster. Mrs. Mary Jane Boyd is still living at the age of sixty-five years.

Boyd, William, Fisher p.o., Mill Creek, a son of William and Mary (Laver) Boyd, was born in Armstrong county on October 25, 1813. He was married in 1840 to Mary McNaughton, who was born in 1824. They have had a family of twelve children – Sarah C., Colon (deceased), Washington L., Daniel McC. (deceased), Hannah M., William A., Franklin P., Rosanna, Amanda A. (deceased), Matilda M., Stephen E., Rebecca N. (deceased). Mr. Boyd has been engaged in lumbering and farming the greater part of his life. He lives on the farm now owned by Frank P. Beck. His father was born in 1771 and died in 1821. His maternal grandfather, William Layer, served in the Revolutionary War.

Brenneman, J.W., Callensburg p.o., Licking, was a son of Christian and Maria (Smith) Brenneman, and was born in Clarion county in 1852. He was married in 1876 to Mary Davis, of Clarion county. They have had a family of four children – Mabel, Adah (deceased), Rhoda, and Maud. His father, Christian, settled in what is now Clarion county, Pa., in 1810, and became engaged in the lumber and boat-building business, which business J.W. is now engaged in.

Brothers, Joseph M., Knox p.o., Beaver, was born in Mifflin county, Pa., on December 14, 1843, and is now engaged in the oil business. He is also councilman of Edenburg borough, and has been school director. He came to Clarion county, Pa., in 1876. His parents were Joseph and Catharine (Steele) Brothers, natives of Mifflin county, Pa. He was married on May 8, 1871, to Laura M. Barr, a daughter of James and Lavina (Kelley) Barr, of Strattanville, Clarion county, Pa., who were among the early settlers. They have a family of six children – James S., George W., Joseph, William M., Laura M., and Clara E.

Butler, James Harvey, Tylersburg p.o., Farmington, the oldest of six children of Alphonso and Sarepta Butler, was born in Elk township on May 8, 1832. He was brought up on the farm, and at the age of twenty-one years went to Clarion River and became engaged in building coal boats. He married Sarah Cornish. They had a family of six children. For many years the family have lived in Farmington, near Tylersburg, on a nicely located and well appointed farm of one hundred acres. Mr. Butler is a breeder of thoroughbred Norman horses, and has some of the finest specimens found in Pennsylvania. Although not an active partisan, Mr. Butler is a staunch Republican, and is frequently called upon to hold town office.

Buzza, W.R., Knox p.o., Beaver, is a lumber and coal merchant, on North Main street. He was born in Cornwall, England, on March 29, 1848, and came to the United States in 1868, and settled in Clarion county in 1877. His parents were William and Mary A. (James) Buzza, natives of England. W.R. Buzza was married on June 16, 1873 to Mary J. McFarlane, a daughter of Duncan and Ann A. (Evans) McFarlane, of Liverpool, England. They have had a family of six children – Daniel Herbert, Richard Alfred, William Malcom, Amy, Arthur Blame, and Robert Duncan.

Carley, John, Mill Creek, one of the substantial farmers of Mill Creek, owning two hundred and forty acres, was born in Beaver county, in 1833, and settled in Clarion county in 1859. He was married in 1869 to Rebecca J. McCloskey, of Clarion county. They have had a family of nine children – Alice J., Emma M., George L., Flora E., John S., Anna M., Arthur W., Frankie (deceased), and one who died in infancy. Mr. Carley held the office of justice of the peace for fifteen years, and has also been constable and school director. His father, Job M., was born in Washington county, N.Y., in 1796, and now makes his home with his son John. His mother, Elinor (Hickman) Carley, was born in 1800 and died in 1882.

Carmody, Daniel, East Brady, dealer in furniture, picture frames, wall paper, and carrying a full line of fancy goods, was born in Armstrong county in 1855, and was a son of Patrick and Mary (Parker) Carmody, who settled in East Brady in 1881. Daniel was married on April 15, 1878, to Kate Yung, who was born in Germany in 1853. They have had a family of four children – John Edgar, Clara May, Rosa Myrtle, and Joseph Addison. Kate was a daughter of Christjohn and Mary Yung, natives of Germany, who came to Pennsylvania in 1855. Daniel Carmody was engaged in the grocery business in 1877, was burned out, and after embarked in the furniture business in 1883.

Carroll, S.A., Alum Rock p.o., Perry, was born in Clarion county, Pa., in 1852, and married Barbara Heeter. They have had a family of four children – John B., M. Edward, Lawrence L., and Samuel A. Mr. Carroll is engaged in boat building, and also runs a saw-mill in connection with his business. His father, James S., was born in 1820, and married Elizabeth McClatchey, who died in 1875, leaving a family of ten children, four of whom are now living.

Carroll, W.W., West Freedom p.o., Perry, was born in Clarion county, Pa., in 1848, and was married in 1874, to Juliet Logue. They have had one child – Samuel A. Mr. Carroll is engaged in boat building, and also has a large saw-mill.

Clark, Oliver Henry, North Pine Grove p.o., Farmington, was born in Highland township, Pa., on February 22, 1847. He was the fourth of eleven children born to James and Maria Clark. Until 1864 Oliver lived at home, where with his father he learned the blacksmith trade. He then enlisted in Company A, Fifty-seventh Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry, and served until the close of the war. On his return home, Mr. Clark married Catherine Bittendbender, of Highland township, Pa. They had nine children. Oliver Clark is an industrious, energetic mechanic, a master of his trade, who, by patience, has acquired a comfortable fortune. In politics he takes an active interest. He is a Republican, and has frequently held town offices.

Clover, S.W., Knox p.o., Edenburg, was born in Strattanville, Clarion county, on May 24, 1847, and is the proprietor of the Clover House. His parents were Judge Isaac and Sarah (Whren) Clover. Mr. Clover was born in this county and his wife in Centre county. S.W. was married on November 17, 1877, to Mattie Orr. They had two children – Isaac and Orr. He was married the second time on October 17, 1882, to Rosey Porter. They have also had two children – Mattie and S.W., jr.

Cobler, David, Elk City p.o., Beaver, was born where he now resides on April 13, 1844, is a farmer and owns fifty acres, with coal banks. His parents were Frederick and Sarah (Chambers) Cobler, who came here from Germany at an early day, so early that his father bought the farm now owned by his sons for one dollar per acre. David was married on December 24, 1868, to Hannah Shakley, a daughter of Henry P. and Margaret R. (Smith) Shakley, formerly of Butler county. They have had a family of three children – Presley A., Mary J., and Maud M.

Cochran, James, Lamartine p.o., Salem, was born in Butler county on March 20, 1816, and came to Clarion county in 1826. He has been assessor, school director, auditor, township clerk, and has held the office of justice of the peace for twenty-four years. He is now engaged in farming, and owns and occupies a farm of one hundred and forty-five acres. He was a son of John and Margaret (Rimes) Cochran. He was married on June 25, 1846, to Elizabeth McCall, a daughter of William and Margaret (Cotton) McCall, natives of this county. James has had two children – Lemuel E. and Mary E., now the wife of Charles D. Masters, of Salem.

Collner, Calvin, St. Petersburg p.o., Richland, was, born in St. Petersburg on April 3, 1856, and is a member of the firm of H. Collner Brothers, general merchants and oil producers. He is now councilman of the borough. His parents are Lewis and Sarah (Fry) Collner, who settled here in 1836. Calvin Collner was married on June 10, 1880, to Anna Thompson, of Sheakleyville. They have had two children—Verne T. and Sarah L.

Collner, Harrison, St. Petersburg p.o., Richland, was born in St. Petersburg on February 27, 1849, and is a member of the firm of H. Collner Bros., general merchants and oil producers. His parents were Lewis and Sarah (Fry) Collner, who settled here in 1836. Harrison Collner was married on May 28, 1874, to Lizzie Caldwell, of Greensburgh, Westmoreland county. They have had a family of five children – Bertha, Mary H., Sarah R., William H., and Lewis C.

Collner, Levi, St. Petersburg p.o., Richland, was born in Richland township on July 24, 1842, is a farmer, and now owns seventy-five acres. His parents were Lewis and Sarah (Fry) Collner, who settled here about 1836. His wife was Sarah Ashbach, a daughter of John and Diretta (Whittling) Ashbach, old settlers in Clarion county, to whom he was married on March 22, 1868. They have had three children – Howard C., Elmer H., and John L.

Cook, Philip, Scotch Hill p.o., Farmington, was born in Beaver township, then a part of Venango county, on January 15, 1822. His father, John Cook, was twice married, and Philip was one of ten children of his marriage with Susan Helpman. The children of the second marriage were seven in number. About 1831 or 1832 the family moved to the mouth of Tom’s Run on the Clarion River, where Cooksburg is now situated, and where they became engaged in the lumber business. At the age of twenty-eight years Philip started out in life for himself and became engaged in lumbering and boat-building on the Clarion River. He enlisted in 1861 in Co. E, 10th Pennsylvania Reserves, but was rejected on account of physical disability. He rejoined the regiment at Fort Pierpoint and served three months without compensation. He was married on June 1, 1878, to Louisa B. Barrett, a teacher in the public schools of Bucyrus, O. They had three children – Susan E., Arthur P., and Louisa B. Arthur died in 1884, aged two years. In politics Mr. Cook was an old line Whig, but became a Repub1ican upon the formation of that party. Religiously he is a Universalist, being almost the only one in the township.

Cooper, William R. (deceased), West Freedom p.o., Perry, was born in Philadelphia in 1821; was left an orphan in infancy, and settled in Clarion county in 1840. He was married in 1850 to Rebecca Martin, who died in 1858, aged twenty-six years. He was married the second time, in 1861, to Margaret Jane Steele, of Clarion county. They have had a family of four children, two of whom are now living – William Ellsworth and John Franklin. Mr. Cooper was a successful farmer, and died in 1873, leaving a farm of seventy acres.

Corbett, James M., New Bethlehem, was born in Clarion county, Pa., in 1840, and was married in 1869 to Sarah J. Space. They have had a family of three children- Herbert G., Clara M., and Joseph P. James M. enlisted in Company L, Eleventh Pennsylvania Cavalry, in August, 1862, and remained in the army until the close of the war.

Corbett, Philip, New Bethlehem, a retired gentleman, was born in Clarion township in 1819, and was a son of John and Mary (Mitchel) Corbett, of Mifflin county. John was born in 1778 and his wife Mary was born in 1782. They settled here in 1802, and had a family of twelve children, eight of whom are now living – Ross M., James H., Philip, Amos W., Isaac, Polly, Electa, and Nancy J. Philip married Ruth Galbraith, of Centre county, in 1838. She died on August 31, 1878, leaving a family of six children – John H., Mary C., Clara J., George W., Oscar W., and Foster G. He married his second wife, Annie Thompson, in 1878. He has been a justice of the peace for one term. He is a lumber dealer, oil producer, and general insurance agent.

Corbett, Ross M., Leatherwood p.o., New Bethlehem, one of the leading and influential men of his county, was born in Clarion township in 1810 and was married in 1834 to Fanny Culbertson Orr, who was born in Clarion county in 1815. They had a family of seven children, four of whom are now living – Rev. Hunter, Samuel C., Winfield S., and David L. Hunter is a graduate of Princeton Theological Seminary, and has been a missionary for over twenty years in China. John Newton, the second son, enlisted in the Eleventh Pennsylvania Volunteers, and was killed while in service, in 1864. Samuel enlisted in the same regiment in 1863, and served to the close of the war in Company L, under Captain Loomus’s command. Ross M. Corbett was a son of John C. and Mary (Mitchell) Corbett, of Mifflin county, who were married in 1800, and settled in Clarion county in 1801, where they died. They had a family of twelve children, of whom Ross, Isaac, James, Hamilton, Philip, Mrs. Mary Fulton, Mrs. Electa Packer, and Nancy Jane are now living. Fanny was a daughter of Samuel C. and Margaret (Sloan) Orr, who were natives of Westmoreland county, and settled in Clarion county at an early day.

Corbett, Samuel B., New Bethlehem, a general dry goods dealer, was born in Clarion county in 1840, and was a son of Samuel T. and Ruth (Kirkpatrick) Corbett, who came here in 1818. Samuel died in 1869, leaving a widow and ten children, nine boys and one girl – Dewitt, Lee, Jared, Samuel B. and James N. (twins), Nelson, Albert, Frank, William, and Sarah. Samuel B. and James N. (twins) enlisted in 1863 in Company L, Eleventh Pennsylvania Cavalry, and served to the close of the war. Seven Corbetts, two brothers and five cousins, served in that same company; one died at Andersonville prison and one was killed. Samuel B. was married in 1866 to Susan Pace. They had one daughter – Bertie, who died in 1878, at the age of ten years. Sarah was a daughter of George and Sarah (Cribbs) Space.

Corbett, William S., New Bethlehem, was born in Clarion county in 1849, and was married in 1874 to Priscilla McClellan, of Clarion county. They have had one son – Franklin C. Priscilla was a daughter of William McClellan. William S. Corbett was a son of Samuel T. and Ruth (Kirkpatrick) Corbett, who settled in Clarion county in 1818. Samuel died in 1869, leaving a widow and ten children – Dewitt C., Lee, Jared E., Samuel B. and James N. (twins), Nelson, Albert G., Frank S., William S., and Sarah.

Cowan, George E., New Bethlehem, was born in Armstrong county, Pa., it 1843, and was married in 1865 to Miss E.J. Keller. They have had a family of seven children – James E. (deceased), Charles O., Mary B., John H., William, Norah, and Ella May. George E. Cowan was a son of David and Mary (King) Cowan. David was born in 1810 and died in 1850, and his wife Mary was born in 1815. They had a family of four children – Mary C., Rachel J., George E., and Mary Ellen. George E. Cowan enlisted in Company H, Eighth Pennsylvania Regiment, in 1861 and re-enlisted in the One Hundred and Ninety-first, serving for four and one-quarter years. He was taken prisoner, and boarded for seven months at the Libby and Salisbury prisons. George E. Cowan organized his present business firm in March, 1883, and is now engaged in the hardware and foundry business. He settled in New Bethlehem, Pa., in 1865.

Craig, jr., W., Callensburg p.o., Licking, was born in Clarion county in 1836, and followed farming for twenty years. He was married in 1859 to Eliza Young, of Redbank township. They had a family of seven children – Melissa J., Alvin E., Elvira A., Horace A., Minnie M., Anna L., and Ida M. In 1863 Mr. Craig became proprietor of the Callensburg flour and grist-mill, but still continues his farming interests, owning a fine farm of ninety-six acres. His parents were Washington and Nancy (Thompson) Craig. Washington was born in 1807 and died in 1881. His wife Nancy was born in 1808, and is now living.

Craig, W.F., Sligo p.o., Licking, was born in Armstrong county in 1825, and married Maggie A. Fulmer. They have had three children – H. Jennie, John F., and Myra. He became engaged in the milling business with his father in 1851, and with his brother, W.A. Craig, in 1866, and they now run a flour, grist and saw-mill under the firm name of W.F. & W.A. Craig. W.F. Craig also owns a fine farm of 140 acres. Their father, James, was born in 1803 and died in 1877. He was twice married. His first wife was Jane Furguson. They had a family of ten children. She died in 1857. He married for his second wife Mary McCain. There are six children now living.

Craig, W.H., Rimersburgh p.o., who is a general merchant, was born in Armstrong county, Pa., in 1845, and settled in Clarion county, Pa., in 1875, when he became engaged in the mercantile business, dealing in dry goods, groceries, and all leading goods found in a country store. He was married in 1868 to Nancy J. Foster, a daughter of William A. Foster, of Armstrong county, Pa. They have had a family of three children – Lizzie M., Mary M., and Nannie P. W.H. Craig was a son of John and Eliza (Huston) Craig. Eliza was born in Franklin county, Pa., and her husband John was born in Armstrong county. They had a family of nine children, five of whom are now living – Nancy R., Mary, James M., W.H., and Ada L. The grandparents, Samuel and Mary (Milligan) Craig, died in Armstrong county, Pa.

Crawford, Ralph W., Redbank Furnace p.o., East Brady, ticket, freight and telegraph agent for the A.V.R.R., and also agent for Adams Express Company, was born at McKeesport, Allegheny county, in 1853. He was a son of Joel B. and Elizabeth (Bugh) Crawford. He commenced his railroad life in 1869, in the employ of the A.V.R.R., and fitted himself for a telegrapher, and in 1881 was appointed agent for the company. He was married in 1878 to Emma Chaney, of Armstrong county. They have had four children – Lizzie, Mabel, Ralph, and Charles P.

Cresswell, Dr. Robert, West Millville p.o., Millville, a physician and surgeon of Millville, was born in Indiana county in 1842, and fitted himself for his profession and settled in Armstrong county in 1866, and in 1867 settled in Millville in the practice of his profession, where he now enjoys the confidence of his many friends. He was married in 1870 to Phyanna Cribbs. They have had two children – Clara and Ralph. Robert is a brother of Dr. John Cresswell, of New Bethlehem.

Crisman, Carson S., North Pine Grove p.o., Farmington, was born at Blairsville, Indiana county, on September 29, 1826. He was of the third children (twin to Cornelius) in a family of six children of Benjamin and Sarah Crisman. Of this family of parents and children Carson is the only one now living. They first came to Clarion county in 1840. Carson learned the carpenter trade and worked at it for several years. In and about Clarion borough stand many of the evidences of his labor. For a time he was engaged in the mercantile business at Newmansville, but since 1875 he has been the leading merchant at North Pine Grove. Mr. Crisman never married, and has been content to travel life’s devious path singly and alone. In politics he takes no active part; but generally supports the Republican nominees. Of German parentage, the family have been associated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church.

Crum, O.J., Monroe p.o., Beaver, was born in the town of Beaver on April 5, 1840. He is a carriage and wagon manufacturer at Monroeville. He enlisted in Company A, Ninety-eighth Pennsylvania Volunteers, in March, 1865, and was discharged in June, 1865. His parents were John and Mary (Snyder) Crum. Mr. Crum was born in Westmoreland county, and came to Beaver about 1839. O.J. Crum was married on January 25, 1866, to Elizabeth Connor, a daughter of Francis and Elizabeth (Boyer) Connor, of Richland. They have had a family of six children, five of whom are now living – Francis H., Celia C., Della I., Milda E., and Vertie L.

Dahle, Reuben J., Elk City p.o., Elk, is a farmer, and was born in Elk township on February 17, 1828. He was a son of Jacob and Sarah (Crousehoar) Dahle. His paternal grandfather, Philip Dahle, settled in Elk in 1820. His children were George, John, Peter, Jacob, David, Daniel, and Philip. The children of Jacob were Maria, Lavina, Urias S., Reuben J., Sarah, Lucinda, George W., Clara A., and Franklin. Reuben J. Dahle was married in 18 – to Margaret Thompson. They have had a family of six children – Nancy, Thomas, Andrew, Mahal, Clara A., and Ida. Margaret was a daughter of Thomas E. Thompson, of Beaver.

Davis, William, Fisher p.o., Mill Creek, a son of Isaiah and Sarah (McVeigle) Davis, was born in Bedford county, Pa., in 1812, and settled in Clarion county in 1840. He was married in 1836 to Mary Copenhaven, of Centre county, who was born on January 31, 1814. They had a family of nine children – John C. (deceased), Thomas J., Rachel, William H., Winfield S., Sarah E., George D., Millard F. (deceased), and one who died in infancy. Mr. Davis is a blacksmith by trade, a business which he has followed for forty years. He also owns a farm of fifty acres.

Davis, Mrs. E.L., Callensburg p.o., Licking, a daughter of David Kister was born in Columbia county in 1822, and settled in Clarion county in 1835. She was married in 1840 to James Davis, who was born in Westmoreland county, Pa. They had a family of seven children, six of whom are now living – William G. (deceased), John W., Mary J., David R., Thomas H., Adam H., James F. William G. enlisted in Company A and served to the close of the war.

Davis, Thomas Fisher p.o., Mill Creek, was a son of William and Mary (Coopenshaven) Davis, and was born in Huntington county in 1845, and settled in Clarion county at an early age, and now owns a farm of ninety-nine acres. He enlisted in 1862 in Company H 103d Pennsylvania Volunteers; was taken prisoner at Plymouth, N.C., and held at Andersonville, Florence, and Charleston.

Dehner, J.L. Alum Rock p.o., Richland, was born in Allegheny City on August 20, 1843, is a farmer and oil producer, and owns 100 acres of land. He enlisted in Company G 155th Pennsylvania Volunteers in July, 1862, and served during the war, and participated in the battles of Gettysburg, Chancellorsville, and the battle of the Wilderness. His parents were John M. and Christine (Bomgardner) Debner, who were natives of Germany. J.L. was married on September 17, 1872, to Mary A. Beatty, a daughter of William and Polly (Guthrie) Beatty, natives of Clarion county. J.L. and Mary have had a family of three children – Arthur Laverne, Albert B., and Maud C.

Deitrich, John M., Fern p.o., Ashland, an oil producer, was born in Ashland township on December 13, 1856, and was a son of William and Catherine (Beausang) Deitrich, both natives of Prussia. They settled in Ashland in 1854, and cleared and improved a farm, a part of which is now owned by their son, John M. Their children now living are Elizabeth, Minnie, John M., Mary E., William, and Charlie. John M. was married in 1885 to Lura A., daughter of John Lindsay, of Elk township. John M. is prominently identified with the oil business and owns an interest in thirty-two producing wells, and enjoys the distinction of putting down the first well in the Fern district.

Dietterich, L.W., Wentling Corners p.o., Beaver, was born in Columbia county, Pennsylvania, on May 19, 1848, and came to Clarion county in 1868, and to Wentling’s Corners in 1880, where he has a general store and is now postmaster. His parents were Rev. John F. and Elizabeth (Rheinhard) Dietterich, of Salem. L.W. was married on December, 31, 1872, to E.A. Shaner, a daughter of Jeremiah and Sarah (Mong) Shaner, of Salem. L.W. and E.A. have had one child – Howard K.

Delo, William B., Knox p.o. Edenburg, was born in Beaver township on November 16, 1851, and was a son of Joseph and Elizabeth (Wilds) Delo, of Beaver township. Mr. Delo was appointed postmaster on May 5, 1885. He was married on September 23, 1873, to Alice J. Kanan, of Strattanville, Clarion county. They have had a family of six children – James M., Edward L., Maude M., George A., and Blanche.

Delp, George, Piolett p.o., New Bethlehem, undertaker, and farmer, was born in the township of Porter, Pa., in 1839, and was married in 1860 to Elizabeth A. Pence, who was born in Porter, Pa., in 1837. She was a daughter of Jacob and Lydia (Doverspike) Pence. They were among the early families of New Bethlehem, Pa., and, died in Porter, Pa., she in 1878, and her husband, Jacob, died in 1881. Jacob and Lydia had a family of eleven children, seven of whom are now living. Their son George enlisted in the 103d; was taken prisoner and died while confined in Andersonville prison on August 19, 1864. George Delp was a son of Nicholas and Sarah (Foringer) Delp. Nicholas was born in Porter, Pa., in 1812, and died in 1874, and his wife, Sarah, was born in Armstrong county, Pa., in 1819. They were married in 1838, and had a family of nine children, four of whom are now living —George, Lewis, Margaret M., and Sarah Jane. Nicholas was a son of Lewis and Elizabeth Delp, who were early settlers in Porter, Pa. Sarah was a daughter of DeWald and Mary Forenger.

Denniston, Francis M., Knox p.o. Beaver, dealer in torpedoes and nitro-glycerine, and now burgess of the borough, was born in Leesburg, Mercer, county, Pa., on February 26, 1845, and came to Clarion county in 1876. His parents are Edward and Mary J. (Coulter) Denniston, of Mercer county. Francis M. Denniston was married on July 13, 1880, to Annie M. Schmader, a daughter of Simon and Annie (Gates) Schmader, of Clarion county. They have one child  – Carrie J.

Detar, David, Fryburg p.o., Washington, a son of Joseph Detar, a pioneer of Beaver, was born in Westmoreland county on December 3, 1833. David came to Fryburg in 1860, and being learned in the trade of a machinist and wheelwright, bought the foundry property in that place. Here are manufactured threshers, plows, stoves, and general castings usual to a well-regulated foundry and machine shop. David Detar married Sarah Jane Hollis, who bore him six children. In every sense Mr. Detar is a self made man; having but little capital at the start, he has by industry and perseverance built up a comfortable property, and believes in making life pleasant for his whole family, as well as himself. He is a prominent member of the Lutheran Church.

Dinger, Michael, Shannondale p.o., Millville, one of the representative and successful farmers of Clarion county, was born in Schuylkill county in 1825, and was a son of Jacob and Catherine Dinger, who were married and settled in Red Bank township in 1833. They had a family of thirteen children, five of whom are now living – Peter, John, Michael, Barbara, and Lydia. Jacob was born in 1781, and died in 1835, and his wife, Lydia, was born in 1792, and died in 1874. Jacob held several of the town offices, and purchased on settlement eleven hundred acres. Michael was married in 1854 to Sarah Craft, of Beaver township, who was born in 1834. Their children are as follows Philip, Henry, Katie, Annie, John Franklin, Emma Frances, George Irvin, Celesta Louisa, Minnie Ida, and Michael Calvin. Sarah was a daughter of Jacob and Fanny (Inhoof) Craft. They were born in Switzerland, and came to Lancaster county in 1805, and settled in Red Bank township in 1815, where they died, leaving a family of seven children. Michael Dinger has been collector and school director. He is a large farmer, and is also largely engaged in stock raising.

Dougherty, Andrew, Frogtown p.o. Millville, was born in Ireland in 1814, and was a son of James and Catharine Dougherty, who had a family of three children – Jane, Margaret, and Andrew. Andrew came to America in 1830, and settled in Chester county as a stone-worker on the Girard College building. In 1834 he purchased his present homestead farm of 218 acres, arid in 1835 brought his parents out from Ireland. His father died in Jefferson county in 1863, at the age of eighty-four years. Andrew was married in 1850 to Eliza Pheley, who was born in Ireland in 1824. They had a family of eight children, seven of whom are now living – William James, Catharine, John, Mary, Eliza, Anna, and Andrew, jr., who died at the age of eleven and one-half years. Catharine married Edward Dougherty. They have had two children – Mary G., and Thomas Andrew.

Dougherty, Thomas, Fisher p.o., Mill Creek, a merchant, was born in 1820, and was a son of Neal and Nancy (McLaughlin) Dougherty. He came to America with his father, Neal, who first settled in St. Johns, N.B., in 1823, and in 1834 they settled in Clarion county, Pa. Thomas was married in 1841 to Rosanna Thompson, a daughter of Samuel Thomson, who was one of the pioneers of Clarion county. They had a family of seven children – Samuel T., Josephine, George D., James P., Jennie, William T., Clarissa (deceased). Thomas Dougherty spent his early days engaged in farming, and commenced his mercantile life by clerking, at first for five years, after which he went into business for himself.

Dunkle, R.B., Callensburg p.o., Licking, a son of Thomas and Elizabeth (Morgan) Dunkle, was born in Clarion county in 1853, and commenced business for himself in 1872, opening a wagon-making and repairing shop, and now has a large and increasing business. He was married in 1872 to Jemima Barr, a daughter of Henry and Susan Barr. Jemima died in 1886, leaving two daughters – Lizzie May and Jessie Maud. His father, Thomas, was born in Centre county in 1821; enlisted in May, 1861, in Co. A, 103d Pennsylvania Regiment, and was wounded at the battle of Fair Oaks; after serving three years and three months he returned to Callensburg, where he resided, following his occupation, that of cabinet-maker, until April, 1882, when he returned to his native county. His oldest son, W.L. Dunkle, now occupies the old furniture store at Callensburg. The other sons, J.C. and E.W., reside at Pittsburgh.

Edwards, William H., Foxburg p.o., Richland, was born in Canada on February 6, 1845, and came to the United States in 1862, and to Clarion county in 1870. He is the head of the firm of W.H. Edwards & Co., oil-well tool manufacturers. He was married on January 13, 1868, to Adelia Cox, of Titusville, Pa. They, have had seven children – Mary C., William H., Agnes E., Nellie, Frank, Rose and Ella.

Eicke, C.W.H., West Monterey p.o., general manager and now part owner of the Mineral Ridge Coal Company, was born in Germany, and came to America in 1857, residing in New York until 1871. He then settled in Clarion county as manager of the mines, and was the first to introduce coal mined from this section in the northern markets. After a test with coal from different mines for steam producing qualities, received a large contract from N.Y.C.R.R., which continued for ten years; capacity 80,000 tons per year. The company, now consisting of T.T. Skidmore, Colonel Smith’s heirs and Mr. Eicke, own the mineral right to five hundred acres, forty houses and a farm of 106 acres. Mr. Eicke has a fine herd of Jersey cattle, among which is one of the most valuable cows in the country.

Elder, Samuel, Rimersburg, was born in Clarion county on December 28, 1813, and was married in 1844 to Jane Mortimer, who was born in Madison township on October 5, 1817. They had a family of ten children, six of whom are now living – Sarah Elizabeth, Mary E., Maggie, Nannie E., Samuel B., and John. Samuel B., was married in 1881 to Maggie L Thompson, John married Mary B. Summerville in 1886, Sarah E. now resides with her mother. The father, Samuel, died on September 22, 1884. He was a son of John and Betsey (Corson) Elder, who had a family of eight children, two of whom are now living – Nancy and Polly Jane Mortimer. David was born in Clarion county, and was a son of John and Polly (Mortimer) Elder, who were among the pioneers of the county. They had a family of twelve children, seven of whom are now living.

Faller, Jacob, Fryburg p.o., Washington. In the year 1842 Jacob Faller came to Washington township, Pa., and erected a cabin in the southeast part of the township. The family comprised nine children, four of whom were born in Philadelphia, and five were natives of this town. These children were Susan, Jacob, Rebecca, John, Conrad, Sarah, Michael, Frank, and Mary Ann. Jacob, the second child, is one of the most respected and substantial residents of the township of Washington. For twenty-five years he has held the office of justice of the peace, and has also frequently held other town offices. He married Mary A. Gribel. They have had a family of nine children. Mr. Faller learned the trade of carriage-making, but recently has turned his attention to farming, and is now one of the most thrifty farmers of the town. In politics he is a consistent Democrat. He is a member of the Roman Catholic Church.

Fassenmeyer, Baltzer, Fryburg p.o., Washington, and his family emigrated from Baden, Germany, to this country in 1828. In the family were seven children, four of whom were born abroad – Felix, Catherine, Igatha, and Casper, who were natives of Baden, and Magdalena, Jacob, and Joseph were born in Washington, Clarion county, Pa. Baltzer Fassenmeyer died on May 3, 1868. He was a soldier in the old country, having served under Napoleon, was captured and confined on the island of Galarera, but escaped and returned to his home. Joseph, the youngest child, was born August 19, 1837. He was married in 1859 to Francisca Spiegle. They had one child, who was born in 1862. Francisca died in 1863. He married for his second wife Philomena Dotz. They have had a family of eleven children. In 1875 Mr. Fassenmeyer started the Jamestown Hotel, having received quite an estate from his father, upon which he has enlarged, and is now counted among the progressive residents of Jamestown. In politics he is a Democrat, and has frequently held town offices.

Fellers, William, Newmansville p.o., Washington, son of Andrew and Mary Fellers, was born in Centre county, Pa., on April 8, 1817. When William was fourteen years of age the family went to Stark county, O., where they resided for about seven years. William then returned to Pennsylvania, where, in 1840, he was married to Barbara Ann Singhose. In August, 1853, they took up their residence in Washington township, Pa., on lands bought from Rev. John Leech. William Fellers is one of the progressive men of the town. In every enterprise, for the welfare of his people he is foremost. Although a strong Republican, he has frequently held town office in his township with a strong Democratic majority. He had a family of twelve children, nine of whom are now living. Both he and his wife are faithful members of the Methodist Episcopal Church.

Ferguson, J.E., New Bethlehem, was born in Armstrong county in 1861, and settled in Clarion county in 1886. He became engaged in the general livery and exchange stable business upon settlement here. He was married in 1883 to Sarah Jane Seanor, of Armstrong county. They have had one son – Noah E.

Fisher, Charles, Valley p.o., Elk, is a farmer, and was born in Hanover, Germany, on March 7, 1836, and was a son of Philip and Caroline (Pirl) Fisher. He settled in Beaver township in 1864, and located in Elk in 1869. He was married that same year to Charlotte, a daughter of Frederick Wedekind, of Elk township. They had a family of nine children – Charles, Henry, Amos, Christena, Frank, William, Louisa, Regina, and May.

Flaherty, Matt S., New Bethlehem, was born in West Virginia in 1857, and was a son of John and Bridget (O’Neil) Flaherty, who were born in Ireland and married in Baltimore. They had a family of nine children, eight of whom are now living – John, Maggie, Matt S., Delia, Pat, Mary, Kate, Jane, and Ella. They settled in Clarion county in 1872. Matt S. became a clerk at an early age, and had but few advantages in obtaining an education, but he fitted himself and graduated from the commercial college, and in 1882 became manager for Jones & Bronker, and in 1883 he became the manager of the Northwestern Coal and Mining Company. He has also held other important offices of trust.

Foster, John Redick, New Bethlehem, a banker of the borough, was born in Armstrong county, Pa., in 1844, and settled in Clarion county in 1872. He was one of the founders of the New Bethlehem Savings Bank, and became cashier and a director. He is president of the gas company, and has also held several of the borough offices. He was graduated from the Elder Ridge Academy, and also from the Iron City Mercantile College, and was an early merchant in Armstrong county, Pa., and retired in 1872. He was married in 1870 to Mellie B. Belville, of Illinois. They have had two daughters – Minnie Maud and Syd Carl. John Redick Foster was a son of Thomas H. and Eliza Jane (Redick) Foster, who died, leaving a family of five children – John R., Clarissa, Mary L., Lizzie E., and Lulu E.

Fox, John W., Pollock p.o., Perry, was born in Clarion county in 1849. His parents were George W. and Addie (Coursin) Fox. John W. was married in 1870 to Sarah E. Best, of Clarion county. They have had a family of nine children – Charles H., Edwin I., John W., William F., David S., Roy L. E., Celia E., Herbert G., and Robert C. Mr. Fox has followed the milling business all his life, and business which his father followed before him, and is considered one of the best in his section. He now holds the office of school director. He was a candidate for the Legislature in 1886.

Frazier, William H., New Bethlehem, was born in Monroe township, Pa., in 1839. He was a son of Henry and Margaret (Delp) Frazier. Margaret was born in Clarion county, Pa., in 1818, and died in 1874; her husband was born in Westmoreland county, Pa., in 1812, and died in 1882. They were married in 1832. Henry settled in this county with his mother and brother John. Henry and Margaret had a family of eleven children, eight of whom are now living. Three sons enlisted and served in the late war – George W. enlisted in the Eleventh Pennsylvania Regiment, served out his term of enlistment, enlisted again, and served to the close of the war; William H., in Seventy-eighth Pennsylvania Regiment, enlisted on August 29, 1862, was wounded, losing two fingers of the right hand, for which he now receives a pension. He was discharged on October 26, 1863. Thomas M. enlisted in Company F, Sixty-third Pennsylvania Regiment, in 1861, served out his term of enlistment, re-enlisted, and died at Yorktown, Va. The rest of the children now living are James W., John S., Calvin R., Harlon R., Mary A., and Ella Silva. William H. Frazier was married in 1860 to Rachel Shankle, who died in 1870; leaving a family of three children – Oscar L., Elfida E., and William M. A. Mr. Frazier then married his second wife, Catharine Shankle, in 1871. She died in 1885, leaving two children – Charles E. and Sarah E. He then married his third wife, Eliza A. Nolf, in 1886.

Fritz, Hezekiah R., Leeper p.o., Farmington, was born in Berks county, Pa., on August 19, 1821. He was the third of eight children born to John and Catharine Fritz, an old and respected family of Berks county. Hezekiah came to Richland in 1840, where, in the same year, he married Caroline Klingler, by whom he had fourteen children, eleven of whom are now living. Mr. Fritz was always known as an industrious, honest citizen. He was often honored by his fellow townsmen with town offices, and held the position of justice acceptably for a term of five years. By trade he was a millwright, but most of his latter years were spent in farming and lumbering. He died on January 25, 1883. He was an earnest member of the German Reformed Church of Beaver township, but for many years past the family have resided in Farmington, Pa.

Fuller, William, West Freedom p.o., Perry, of the St. Clair Hotel, West Freedom, was born in Otsego county, N.Y., in 1814, and was a son of Jabiel and Betsey (Ransier) Fuller. At an early age he fitted himself for a physician; retiring from the profession he gave his attention to farming. He was married in 1835 to Lauretta Colton. They have had four children, two are now living – Charles and William H.H. She died on June 11, 1855, at the age of forty-two years. In December, 1855, he married Miss Amanda R. Covert, of Lawrence county. They have also had four children, two are now living – Thomas Sankey, Eldridge Frank, Edwin F. (deceased), and Lily May. In 1881 he purchased the St. Clair Hotel, which he has lately remodeled, and is now known as one of the best kept hotels in the county.

Fulton, James Jackson, Rimersburg, an active man of this county, was reared under the strict discipline of the old Associate Church. He was born in Armstrong county on August 25, 1829, and was married on April 19, 1855, to Miss Eliza Huey, who died on June 8, 1861. They had three children, two of whom are now living – Jennie L. and George L. James Jackson was drafted into the late war, but rejected on account of a crippled foot. He married for his second wife Martha J. Henry. They also had three children, two of whom are now living – Pearl E. and Minden Orr. Martha died on July 12, 1867, and he married his third wife, Nannie P. Johnston, a daughter of James and Mary Patton, and the widow of Lieutenant W.H. Johnston, who was killed at the battle of the Wilderness. J.J. Fulton was a son of James and Jane (Templeton) Fulton. James was born on August 15, 1780, in County Derry, Ireland, and his wife on September 15, 1787. His mother’s name was Agnes. She, with her four sons, emigrated to America in 1794, and landed in Philadelphia after a voyage of thirteen weeks and three days. From here they went to Westmoreland county, where Robert, one of the sons, died. They remained here until the spring of 1801, when they, with other families living in the same vicinity, moved into Armstrong county, now Clarion county, and settled not far from where the town of Clarion now stands, and which was then an unbroken wilderness. This family consisted of the mother and her three sons, James, Henry, and Cochran. On the 19th of March, 1805, James Fulton and Jane Templeton Reid were united in marriage. They had a family of twelve children – Cochran, Joseph R., Henry, Robert R., William, David, James Jackson, Mary, Nancy, Jane H., Elizabeth W., and Salina M. Of these, Mary, William T., and Nancy are now deceased. Mr. Fulton was one of the founders of Piney Church, and was chosen ruling elder. He was drafted during the War of 1812, but was discharged on account of cessation of hostilities. Little does the present generation know of the hardships, suffering, and the vast amount of labor through which the brave men and women, the early pioneers, had to pass. About the year 1804 business called Mr. Fulton to the eastern part of the State. At this period of our country’s history houses were few. This trip was made in winter and on foot. Reaching his place of destination he transacted his business and then started on his return trip. Leaving Bloom’s Tavern, on the Susquehanna River, early in the morning, he had thirty-three miles to travel by the old State Road in order to reach Port Barnett, there being no inhabited house between these two points. Soon after starting it began to snow and continued to do so all day, which made travel very fatiguing. He reached Sandy Lick Creek about three o’clock, and yet had ten miles of his journey before him, which was by far the most perilous and fatiguing. During the latter part of the day a man on horseback had passed over the road, and, with the exception of this track, he had the road to break. The shadows of evening began to appear, and the sun was fast sinking in the west; darkness was gathering about him, and he yet alone in the wilderness. Seeing a dead tree by the roadside, and going to it he thought to gather some dry material and make a fire. After making all of his preparations he undertook to strike fire with his steel and flint, but from long exposure his hands refused to fulfill their office; and disappointed in this he felt that he must push on. The last ray of day had faded from the western horizon; night, with all its darkness and horrors, was upon him, and he could hear all around him the howls of the hungry wolves, who were ready to devour him should he for one moment hesitate and give up. After night set in, in order to keep in the road he had to get down and feel for the horse tracks, which were now almost filled with snow. Cold, numb, and wearied from the half-bent position in which he had to travel made his progress slow, but “onward” was his watchword. At last, nearly exhausted and almost ready to yield himself to the hungry wolves, he raised his head, and to his joy saw a dim light in the distance. Gradually the distance between him and the light became shorter, and he at last reached the house, but he was so exhausted that he could not walk up the steps. He finally succeeded in throwing himself against the door, when Mr. Barnett opened it, and seeing who it was helped him in and supplied all his wants. This was about three o’clock in the morning. The remaining part of his trip was made in safety. His wife died on January 20, 1833. On the 14th of May, 1836, he married Elizabeth English. They had two children – John M. and Sarah E. Elizabeth, his wife, died on April 11, 1862. During the early “fifties” Mr. Fulton and his son J.J. were conductors of what was called the Underground Railroad. The escaping fugitives came to his house in numbers from two to nine. One Saturday evening nine came, and he fed and sheltered them in his barn over the Sabbath, and Monday morning, before daylight, conveyed them to the next station. This same act was done frequently, both by father and son.

George, Reuben, West Monterey p.o., Perry, was a son of Martin L. and Anna (Davis) George, and was born in Mercer county, Pa., in 1837. He was married in 1860 to Mary Jane Miller, of Clarion county, Pa., They have had a family of six children – Christian Ellsworth, Reuben George, William Martin, Adah M., Orlando Dudley, and Edna Beatrice (deceased). Mr. George, with his brothers Christian and Martin W., enlisted in Company E, Seventy-eighth Pennsylvania Volunteers, and served during the entire war under Generals Sherman and Rosecrans. On his return from the war he settled in Clarion county, Pa., as proprietor of the Monterey House, and general store. His father and mother died in 1854, he in the forty-second year of his age and she in her forty-fourth.

Giffen, esq., Alexander, Phillipston p.o., East Brady, was born in Scotland on March 5, 1809, and was a son of Captain James and Isabella (Halvey) Giffen, of Irvine, Aylshire, Scotland. He emigrated to New York city in 1830, where he married Margaret Brown in 1833. She was also born in Scotland. They have had a family of ten children, four of whom are now living – Alexander H., John J., Betsey M., and Margaret M. Mr. Giffen served an apprenticeship to the dry goods trade, and became a hotel keeper in Greenwich street, New York. He moved to New Orleans owing to poor health. He then went to St. Louis, then came to Pittsburgh, where he became engaged in business, and in 1848 came to Clarion county as a teacher and merchant. He has served as a justice of the peace for twenty years. He has also been postmaster, being the founder of that office here.

Gilbert, Mathias, Blair’s Corners p.o., Beaver, was born at Blair’s Corners, Pa., on October 6, 1847; is a farmer, and now owns and occupies a farm of thirty-eight acres. His parents were Abraham and Amelia (Fritz) Gilbert, who came to Clarion county, Pa., from the eastern part of the State. Mathias Gilbert was married on October 6, 1878, to Lizzie L. Best, a daughter of John and Frances (Alt) Best, of Licking township. They have three children – Ida M., Edith E., and Idella B.

Gilfert, Nicholas, Lickingsville p.o., Washington, was born in February, 1823, near Hesse Castle, Prussia, and with the family of his father, Charles Gilfert, came to the vicinity of Lucinda Furnace in the year 1835. Nicholas spent the early years of his life in cutting wood for the Furnace, and at work on the farm. His father died about 1854. In 1849 Nicholas married Elizabeth Sandrock. They had a family of nine children. She died in March, 1863. Having a large family of small children to care for, remarried in the fall of the same year to Regina Rader, who also bore him five children. Being an industrious, saving man, Mr. Gilfert has built up a comfortable fortune. Since 1878 he has been in the mercantile business at Lickingsville, Pa. Seven different times has he suffered loss by robbery – goods, cash and bonds to the amount of nearly ten thousand dollars have been taken from him. He is one of the trustees and a prominent member of the United Brethren Church.

Gilfillin, Archibald, Tylersburg p.o., Farmington, the second child of William and Eliza Gilfillin, was born in Farmington, Pa., on March 4, 1849. William, the father, was a native of Scotland, and his wife of Nova Scotia. When “Young Archie,” as he is called, was but nine years of age he commenced work in the lumber woods, and continued in its various details up to about ten years ago, when he went into the oil country. Recently, however, he has returned to lumbering. In his business enterprises Mr. Gilfillin has been remarkably successful. When twenty-seven years old he married Martha, daughter of Porter Haskell. They have had four children. Although not an active man in politics, he is a firm Republican. Among his fellow townsmen he stands generally respected by all as an active and thorough business man.

Gilger, A.W., Lamartine p.o., Salem, was born in Richland township on November 19, 1848. He is a farmer, and owns one hundred acres. His parents were N.F. and Frances (Knight) Gilger, of Mariasville, Venango county. He was married on December 24, 1874, to Ada Kribbs, a daughter of John and Mary (Peters) Kribbs. A.W. and Ada have had a family of three children – George B., Mary F., and Clara B.

Gillinham, John, Fern p.o., Ashland, is a farmer, and was born in Allegheny county on February 14, 1839. He was a son of William and Rebecca (Caldwell) Gillinham. John located in Ashland in 1876, and was married on September 12, 1865, to Mary E. Hess. They have had four children – M. Lucretia, Agnes L., George W., and John L. Mary E. was born on. June 30, 1844, and was a daughter of Isaac and Mary (Perry) Hess, of Ashland.

Gloss, Philip H., Elk City p.o., Elk, was born in Armstrong county on August 12, 1829, and was a son of Martin and Sarah (Hoffman) Gloss. He settled in Clarion county in 1848, and has resided in Elk township for the past twenty years. He was married in 1850 to Miriam Bell, a daughter of Alexander and Martha (Chambers) Bell, of Paint township. They had the following children: Sarah E., Amos, William, James, Margaret, Martha, Jackson, Minnie, and John. His second wife was Elizabeth, a daughter of John and Barbara (Young) McLane, of Paint township. They have had two children – Jennie and Harley.

Goal, Fred, Fryburg p.o., Washington. John Goal was born in Germany, and spent his early life and was married there to Barbara Stroble. Soon after the year 1850 the family came to Washington township, where Mr. Goal bought a part of the old Stroble farm, near the center of the township. The children of this marriage were Frederick, Albert, John, Caroline, William, Adolphus, David, Frederick, Mary, and Katie. Of these only six are now living. John Goal died on May 5, 1873, and his wife Barbara died on August 1, 1883. Frederick still owns and occupies the old home farm of thirty-three acres. He was married in 1882 to Ella Elder. They have had two children. Although yet a young man Mr. Goal is one of the best farmers of the township, and his farm is among the best. The family are members of the Lutheran Society.

Gourley, James, Leatherwood p.o., New Bethlehem, was born in Westmoreland county in 1817, and was a son of Henry and Ann (Marshall) Gourley, who settled in Clarion county in 1834. They died in Monroe township – Henry in 1872, and his wife Ann, who was born in 1806, died in 1868. They had a family of seven children. James Gourley was married in 1840 to Nancy A. Brisben, of Monroe township. She was born in 1821. They had a family of seven children, five of whom are now living – George B., Elizabeth, Andrew, James, jr., David, John, and Alva. John enlisted in Company H, One Hundred and Fifty-fifth Pennsylvania Regiment, in 1862, and died at Fredericksburg, while in service, in 1863. Alva was drowned at the age of twenty years. James settled in Porter township in 1867. He has held several of the town offices, and was numerator in taking the census of 1880. He is now a retired farmer.

Graham, George, East Brady, was born in Perry township on June 11, 1832, and was married on May 29, 1856, to Margaret H. Fritz, of Pottstown, Montgomery county, Pa. They have had seven children, five of whom are now known to be living – Ella M., Newton E., George, jr., Cecelia, and Frank. Mr. Graham became an early contractor and builder, and in 1874 formed the present firm of Graham & Cook, purchasing their factory building, and now do a large business in steam planing, sawing, and manufacturing all grades of sash, doors, blinds, shingles, and oil rig materials. Mr. Graham was a son of William, jr., and Margaret (Mechling) Graham, of Butler county, Pa. They had a family of five children, three of whom are now living – George, Aaron, and Amanda, now the wife of J.P. Forcht. Margaret died in 1864, at the age of fifty-four years, and her husband, William, Sr., died in 1872, at the age of seventy-four years. He was a son of William and Sally (Rogers) Graham. Sally was born in Ireland and her husband in Scotland. They were married in Carlisle, Cumberland county, and had a family of five children, only one of whom is now living – Samuel. William settled at the mouth of Bear Creek, Armstrong county, in 1795, coming from Washington county, and a few years later settled near the mouth of the Clarion River, then in Armstrong county, which was included in forming Clarion county in 1839. George was drafted in 1862 for nine months, and served in Company B, One Hundred and Sixty-ninth Pennsylvania Regiment, under Colonel L.W. Smith, of Pittsburgh.

Hahn, John B., Church p.o., Beaver, was born in Germany on September 10, 1831, and came to the United States in 1832 with his parents, John B. and Christena (Long) Hahn. He is a farmer and owns 300 acres, and is also engaged in the boat building business and a member of the firm of Bates & Hahn, of Piney. He was married on October 20, 1858, to Barbara Hahn, a native of Germany. They have four children now living  – Katie C., George A., Mary J., and Maggie.

Hamilton, Wesley K., East Brady, ticket, freight, telegraph, and depot agent of the A.V.R.R. at East Brady, and express agent, was born in Allegheny county in 1842, and was son of W.B. and Mary (Stephens) Hamilton. He was reared on the farm and enlisted on April 11, 1861, in Company G 28th Pennsylvania Volunteers, and served to the close of the war in 1865. He was promoted to quartermaster-sergeant. He became engaged in railroading in 1867 and in 1877 he was appointed agent at Brady’s. Wesley K. was married in 1871 to Lizzie Owns, of Allegheny. They have had two sons – William A., born 1872, and Edgar T., born in 1873. Mrs. Lizzie Hamilton is an experienced telegrapher. The mother, Mary S.H., died in 1871 leaving a family of eight children.

Hanrahan, John J., Fern p.o., Ashland, proprietor of the Monitor House, of Fern City, was born in Sligo on July 3, 1857, and was a son of John and Bridget (White) Hanrahan, who were natives of Ireland, who settled in Sligo, this county, in 1849, and located in Elk township in 1861, and came to Ashland in 1885. They had a family of eight children – Patrick, James, Edward, John J., Mary, Ella, Kittie, and Alice.

Hartman, Lewis, Callensburg p.o., Rimersburg, was born in Toby township on March 11, 1841, and was a son of William and Susan (Fulmer) Hartman, who were born and married in Berks county, and settled in Toby township in 1841, coming there from Columbia county. William died in March, 1840, at the age of forty-two years. They had a family of ten children, seven of whom are now living, six sons and one daughter. Two sons enlisted and served in the late war. Lewis enlisted and served in Company H 155th Regiment in and served to the close of the war under Colonel Allen. He was wounded and now carries the ball in his body. He now receives a pension. William enlisted in the same company, and regiment and served to the close of the war. The company consisted of eighty-eight men, and at the close of the war only thirty-eight returned, fifty being sacrificed. The surviving sons are Harrison, Josiah, William, Lewis, Jackson, Aaron, and one brother Elisha died in 1882 leaving a widow and four children. Lewis married Ellen Humphrey in 1871. They have had five children – David H., Charles F., Rolland C., and May E. and Mabel J. (twins). Lewis Hartman was formerly a carpenter and a millwright, and settled on his farm in this township in 1870.

Heckman, Noah, Toby p.o., Rimersburg, owner and proprietor of the Toby steam and water mill, which was erected in 1847 on the oldest site in the county. The early log mill was built by John Miller about 1800. Mr. Heckman purchased the mill property in 1884, having three run of stone. He has greatly improved the property and has added steam power. It is located on Cherry Run and is now doing merchant and custom work. Noah was born in Jefferson county in 1859, and was a son of Jacob and Catharine (Plyner) Heckman. Noah was married in 1883 to Carrie McColough, of Clarion county. They have two sons – Grover Cleveland and George W.

Heeter, G.W. Callensburg p.o., Licking, was born in Clarion county in 1845, and married Rachel A. Bell. They had a family of four children – Harvey B., Phoebe L., William Bryant, and Linda L. Mr. Heeter is largely interested in the manufacture of lumber and boat-building on the Clarion River, and also owns several fine farms, owning in all about four hundred and fifty acres. He has held all of the town offices, and has also been county appraiser. His father, Samuel, was born in Reading, Pa., in 1817, and married Mahala Neely, who died in 1860 at the age of thirty-eight years. He was a thoroughly reliable citizen and commanded the respect of all who knew him. He died in 1879.

Heeter, Henry C., Callensburg p.o., Licking, was born in Clinton county in 1850, and was married in 1869 to Mary Stover, a daughter of Samuel Stover, of Callensburg. They have had a family of seven children – Orminta E., Richard D., Sarah E., Norval C., Thomas W., Bordley, and Belva. Mr. Heeter is proprietor of a large boat-building house and saw-mill, and also devotes some of his time and attention to farming. He now owns a farm of 167 acres.

Heeter, William S., Monroe p.o., Beaver, was born in Monroeville on March 22, 1855, and is now engaged in oil producing. His parents were George and Susannah (Neely) Heeter, who were natives of Clarion county. He was married on December 8, 1881, to Ida E. Correll, a daughter of Henry and Charlotte (Shreve) Correll, of Crawford county. They have had two children – Eva Maud and Mabel Charlotte.

Heffron, David, North Pine Grove, p.o., Farmington, was born in Farmington township, Pa., on January 17, 1839. He was the second of a family of nine children born to Ferry and Magdalena Heffron. David lived at home until of full age when he started out for himself as a deck hand on an Ohio River steamboat. In 1864 he married Sarah A. Wolf, of Meigs county, Ohio, who bore him twelve children, ten of whom are now living. Mr. Heffron is an energetic, thorough business man. His business capacity is fully realized and appreciated by the people of the county and he is now one of the commissioners. While in some business transactions he has been unfortunate, yet, as a whole, his life has been successful. In politics he is a firm Democrat. The family are members of the Catholic Church.

Henlen, John W., Fryburg p.o., Washington, was born in Lancaster county on January 14, 1818, and in the next year his father’s family came to Washington and was one of its earliest pioneer families. In the family were seven children – Joseph, Nancy, Katie, Christian, John, Henry, and Margaret. Of this pioneer family only James and Margaret (now Mrs. A.W. Owens) are now living. John W. Henlen was married to Elizabeth Kopp. They had a family of eight children, six of whom are now living. Mr. Henlen was always an honest, industrious and successful farmer, and by hard work accumulated a fortune. His farm was among the best in the town. He built on it a substantial brick house and first-class out-buildings, which is now occupied by his widow and son, Seward E., who manage the farm. Mr. Henlen died on July 8, 1884. He was prominent in town affairs, and was one of the leading members of the Evangelical Lutheran Church.

Henry, esq., George T., Piolett p.o., New Bethlehem, was born in Porter, Pa., on July 14, 1824, and was a son of Squire William and Margaret (Boyles) Henry, of Westmoreland county, Pa. William was born in 1795 and died in March, 1856, and his wife Margaret was born in 1794 and died in 1859. They had a family of three children, of whom George T. Henry is the only one now living. William was a son of John and Esther (McConnell) Henry, of Westmoreland county, who settled in Clarion county in 1800. Squire William Henry was justice of the peace for twenty-six years, and has been county commissioner. George T. Henry was married in 1854 to Margaret Beaty. They have had a family of six children – B. Jane, W.P., Nettie, Fanny, Emma, and Sheldon J. Squire George T. Henry now owns the old homestead of two hundred and eighteen acres. He has been justice of the peace for five terms, county commissioner, and is now a farmer and stock dealer and grower.

Henry, John D., Piolett p.o., New Bethlehem, postmaster, farmer, and agent for the Leatherwood Co-operative Store, was born in Leatherwood, Clarion county, Pa., in 1830. He was a son of James and Margaret (Brown) Henry, who were born in Clarion county, Pa., in 1805, and married in 1829. They had a family of nine children, six of whom are now living – John D., Mary A., Thomas J., Isabella J., Margaret A., and Evaline M. James died in 1872, and his wife Margaret died in 1873. Margaret was a daughter of Thomas and Mary Brown, and James was a son of John and Esther (McConnell) Henry, who settled in Clarion county in 1800, coming there from Westmoreland county, Pa., coming into the wilderness. John D. Henry was married in 1855 to Margaret L. Johnson, who was born in Porter township, Clarion county, Pa., in 1830. They have had a family of two children – Ermina E. and Alvira E.

Henry, William A., Piolett p.o., New Bethlehem, was born in the town of Porter, Pa., in 1823, and was a son of Robert and Betsey, (Kirkpatrick) Henry, who were natives of Westmoreland county, Pa. They had a family of fourteen children, eight of whom are now living – Margaret, born in 1809; James K., born in 1815; William A., born in 1823; Robert W., born in 1828; Charles N., born in 1830; David S., born in 1832; Tate M., born in 1840; and Henry H., born in 1842. Four brothers enlisted and served in the late war – David S., Tate M., Henry H., and Isaiah. Isaiah served in the One Hundred and Fifth Pennsylvania Volunteers, was wounded, taken prisoner and confined in Libby Prison, was discharged and died on his way home in 1863. Tate M. is a pensioner, having been wounded. William A. Henry was married in Porter township, Pa. They have had a family of two children – Margaret E., and Jemimah C., who married P.C. Wells, and now has two children – Carl and Edna. The father, Robert, was born in 1787 and died in 1856. His wife Betsey died in 1835, and Robert married for his second wife Nancy McElhenny. They had a family of three children – Tate M., Henry H., and Isaiah.

Hepburn, Dr. John H., Rimersburg p.o., a physician and surgeon of Rimersburg borough, was born in Glasgow, Scotland, in 1845, and was a son of John and Margaret Hepburn, who settled in Gloucester City, N.J., in 1849, coming there from Scotland. John, sr., died in 1882, aged sixty-five years, leaving a widow and five children, three of whom are now living – Dr. John H., Isabella B., Oliver, and Mrs. Mary E. Ross. One of the daughters, Mrs. Catherine M. Van Meter, died, leaving a family of five children. Dr. John fitted himself for and graduated from the Jefferson Medical College, at Philadelphia, in 1880, and settled in Clarion county in the practice of his chosen profession.

Hepler, Jesse, Frogtown p.o., Millville, was born in Limestone county on May 22, 1831, and was a son of Adam and Catharine (Brinker) Hepler. Catharine was born in 1806, and her husband Adam was born in Butler county in 1804. He settled with his parents, John and Elizabeth Hepler, in Rimersburg in 1805. They had a family of nine children. Adam and Catharine had a family of eleven children, five of whom are now living – Lavina, Jesse, William, Samuel, and Thomas M. Adam was a blacksmith by trade, but became a farmer in later life. He died in 1870, and his wife in 1872. Jesse was married in 1854 to Elizabeth Mohney, a daughter of Jacob and Christina (Caster) Mohney. Jesse has had a family of seven children, four of whom are now living – Raymond, Dr. Albert, Philip E., and Christina C., who was married on January 20, 1886, to Gabriel Stahlman.

Hess, Benjamin F., Fern p.o., Ashland, is a carpenter, and was born in Ashland on May 19, 1855, and was a son of Isaac L. and Mary (Perry) Hess. He was brought up in Ashland, and was married in 1881 to Minnie Richards, of Ashland. They have had two children – Austin L. and Violet I.

Hess, Marvin P., Fern p.o., Ashland, a driller, was born in Ashland township on September 11, 1844, and was a son of Isaac L. and Mary (Perry) Hess. He was reared in Ashland, and served as a substitute in the late war in Company F, Ninety-eighth Pennsylvania Volunteers, and was honorably discharged after one year’s service. He was married in 1874 to Sarah, a daughter of W.L. and Sarah (Stover) Hickman; of Centreville, Pa. They have had a family of five children – Melvin T., Orin, Maud L., Elva, and an infant son.

Hess, William L., Fern p.o., a farmer and oil producer, was born in Ashland on June 14, 1862, and was a son of Isaac L. and Marietta (Perry) Hess. His paternal grandfather was George Hess, who settled in Ashland in 1813. His children were Isaac L., George, Elizabeth, Anna, and Martha. The children of Isaac L. were George, Mary, Marion P., Rebecca, Isaac P., Jennie, William L., Benjamin F., Elizabeth, and Thomas L. William Hess now occupies the old homestead of his father. He was married in 1874 to Melinda (Dahle) Strotman, of Elk township. They have had a family of five children – William H., Mary L., Norman G., Harry, and Isaac.

Hill, J.W., East Brady, a banker of East Brady, was born in Armstrong county in 1855 and settled in East Brady as cashier of the East Brady Bank in December, 1878. He also became agent for several leading insurance companies. He was a son of John W. and Jane (Bratton Parks) Hill. J.W. was married in 1881 to Hattie L. Reeves, of Armstrong county. They have one son – Reeves Hi.

Hilliard, John, West Millville p.o., Millville, one of the first farmers in Clarion county, was born in Butler county in 1814, and was a son of George and Sarah (Warner) Hilliard. Sarah was born in Butler county and George was born in Northampton county in 1782 and died in 1859. His wife died in 1852, leaving a family of fifteen children, seven of whom are now living – John, Jacob, Elisha, Daniel, Polly, Jonathan, and Ellen. George came to Butler county in 1796, and was in the War of 1812. He was married in Butler county, and in 1826 settled in Redbank township, where they died. John Hilliard was married in 1838 to Lydia Williams, of Northampton county. They have had nine children – Reuben, Anna M., Sylvester, Jane, George, Samuel J., Monroe, Mary E., and Amanda. Mr. Hilliard was a justice of the peace for five years, supervisor for three terms, constable, and collector, and a leading and successful man of his town.

Himes, Joseph, New Bethlehem, was born in New Bethlehem in 1812, and is the oldest person now living in the borough who was born there. He was a son of Christian and Margaret (Nulf) Himes, who were born in East Pennsylvania, were married and settled in what is now called New Bethlehem in 1808. Christian died in 1815 leaving a family of three children – John, Joseph, and Susannah. The widow, Margaret, was married in 1820 to Henry Milliron, and settled in Jefferson county, where she died in 1824. Joseph Himes came to Red Bank and was married there in 1835 to Abbey Ann Space, a daughter of Zepheniah and Catherine (Armstrong) Space. They had a family of thirteen children, eight of whom are now living – Zepheniah, John,, Catherine, William, Leroy, Sheils, Thomas, and Mary. Finley died at the age of twenty-one years. Margaret married and died at the age of twenty-six years, leaving two children – Gertie Geneva and Joseph Charles; Susannah, Philista Ann, and Mina Jane died when small.

Hindman, Johnston, Fisher p.o., Mill Creek, an enterprising and successful farmer, and owning a farm of 115 acres, was born in Clarion county in 1844. He was married in 1871 to Sarah Timblin, of Clarion county. They have had five children – Samuel A., Nancy S., Alberta E., Mary A.B., and Sarah L.J. Mr. Hindman held the office of school director for seven years. His father, John L. Hindman, was born in 1804, and is now living in Clarion. He married Nancy Latterner.

Hipple, Dr. Winfield S., New Bethlehem, dentist surgeon of the borough, was born in Butler county, Pa., in 1850. He was a son of John and Jemima (Mitchell) Hipple, of Butler county, Pa. The Doctor was fitted for his profession, and settled in Clarion county, Pa., in 1876, in the practice of his profession, where he now enjoys a large practice. He was married in 1872 to Mary E. St. Clair, of Butler county, Pa., she was a daughter of William Wilson St. Clair. They had a family of five children – Lillie B., Elmer S., Eva J., John C., and Charlie.

Hockman, Henry, Knox p.o., Ashland, is a farmer, and was born in Union county on October 24, 1823. He was a son of Henry and Mary (Frazier) Hockman, who settled in Ashland in 1838, and cleared and improved most of the farm which is now owned by their son Henry. Their children were Ephraim, Catherine, Henry, Lovina, Margaret. Henry now occupies the old homestead. He was married in 1852 to Sabrina Pyles, of Centre county, a daughter of Jacob Pyles. They have had a family of seven children John E., Sarah M., Samuel W., William H., Mahlon O., James F., and Mary.

Hollingshead, William H., Elk City p.o., Elk, an oil producer of Elk City, Pa., was born in Harford county, Md., on March 10, 1842, and was a son of John and Elizabeth A. (Amos) Hollingshead. He settled in Clarion county, Pa., in 1864, and was married in 1863 to Mrs. Sarah Henderson, of Elk, Pa., whose former husband was a soldier in Company E of the Tenth Regiment. They had a family of six children Anna, Edward H., Harrison, Cecelia, Francis, and Claude. Sarah was a daughter of Joseph and Susan (Smale) Kiser.

Hoover, Caldwell, Tylersburg, p.o., Farmington, the youngest, except one, of the children of David L. and Mary Hoover, was born in Armstrong county, Pa., July 15, 1829, and came to Farmington in 1836. At the age twenty-nine, Caldwell left home and went in the lumber woods on Tionesta Creek. At twenty-three he united in marriage with Eliza Hanna, who bore him eight children. Since marriage he has devoted his time mainly to farming, at which he has been fairly successful. By industry and energy he has built himself up until he possesses a comfortable home and farm. In politics Mr. Hoover has taken no active part, but favors the Republican party. Previous to the late war he was a Democrat. The family are members of the M.E. Society.

Hoover, George, Tylersburg p.o., Farmington, was born in Buffalo township, Armstrong county, Pa., on August 3, 1826. He was the oldest of eight children born to David L. and Mary (Myers) Hoover, one of the oldest and most respected families of that place. Although reared on a farm George early developed an aptness for mechanical pursuits and learned and worked at the carpenter’s trade. About thirty-five years ago he came to Farmington, Pa., where he has since resided, devoting his attention mainly to farming. At the age of thirty-two years Mr. Hoover was married to Christina Barlett. They have had a family of nine children. He was a Whig in early days and became a Republican upon the formation of the Republican party. In church affairs he is associated with the M.E. Society.

Hosterman, John F., Shippensville p.o., Elk, an oil producer, was born in Beaver township on March 17, 1823, and was a son of Davis and Susannah (Reese) Hosterman, who settled in Beaver township in 1829. The father was a tanner by trade, and was engaged in business in the pioneer days in Edenburg and Shippensville, locating in Shippensville in 1835. He had five children – Henry, Jacob, John F., Mary J., and David R. John F. is a carpenter and millwright by trade. He was married in 1872 to Mary M., a daughter of Helwig and Frances (Rickenbrode) Mahle, of Elk. They have had two children – Ulysses H. and Mary L.

Howe, George, Scotch Hill p.o., Farmington, the second of eight children born to Abraham and Barbarah Howe, was born in Huntington county on July 11, 1823, and came to Clarion county in 1837, and settled at or near Polk Furnace, after which he removed to James Laughlin’s saw-mill, near the mouth of the Piney, in 1838, and in the year following he removed to Knight’s Mills, where he remained for five years. He married Janette Simpson and settled on a farm in this township. They have had fifteen children, ten of whom are living. He has been a successful farmer. George Howe is a quiet, unassuming gentleman, an industrious farmer, and a good neighbor. In political affairs he takes no active part, but favors the Republican party. In church affairs he is prominent, and is a supporter and elder in the Presbyterian Church.

Howe, Nelson B., Knox p.o., Ashland, is a farmer, justice of the peace, and oil producer, of Knox, Pa. He was born in Ashland township, Pa., on July 23, 1849, and was a son of George C. and Barbara E. (Armstrong )Howe. His paternal grandfather, Simeon Howe, and his maternal grandfather, Robert Armstrong, were both pioneer settlers in Clarion county, Pa. George Howe settled in Ashland, Pa., in 1832, and cleared and improved the farm which is now owned and occupied by his son Nelson B. His children were Wesley C., Sarah J., John F., Harriet, Mattie and Nelson. Nelson B. was married in 1872 to Clarissa Zellers. They have had a family of five children – Jennie, Adella, Electa B., Mattie J. and Harry Ellery. Clarissa was a daughter of Henry and Susan (Cornish) Zellers, of Elk township, Pa.

Hoy, jr., Adam, New Bethlehem, engaged in the general furniture and undertaking business, was born in Centre county in 1838, and was a son of Adam and Elizabeth (Weckerley) Hoy, who settled in Limestone township in 1841, and came to New Bethlehem in 1847. In 1854 he commenced his trade, that of the manufacture of furniture, and in 1863 became sole owner of the business. He was married in 1860 to Mary C. Corbett, who was born in 1842. They had a family of six children – Eva A., John W., Charles O., Katie J., Ruth C., and Mamie. Eva has taught school for several terms in the borough graded school.

Hunter, J.L., Knox p.o., Beaver, was born in Monroe township, Clarion county, on December 4, 1862; is a farmer and oil producer, and owns 302 acres. His parents were William H. and Priah (Williams) Hunter. William H. was a native of Mercer county and came to Clarion county when a boy. J.L. Hunter was married on April 5, 1885, to Carrie Kribbs, a daughter of Philip and Philista (Fulton) Kribbs, of Monroe township. They have one child – Iva M.

Irvwin, James H., West Millville p.o., Millville, a carriage and wagon manufacturer and repairer, and undertaker of the borough, was born in Armstrong county in 1855 and settled in Clarion county in 1877, and became engaged in his present business in 1882. He was married in 1879 to Anna N. Anderson, of Jefferson county. They have had two children. James M. is a son of Benjamin and Margaret (McCormick) Irvwin, of Armstrong county. The have six children – five sons and one daughter.

Jefferds, William L., Knox p.o., Edenburg, was born in Erie, Pa., on August 11, 1860, and came to Clarion county in 1884; is engaged in the torpedo and drilling tool business on Main street. His parents were John and Grace (Lander) Jefferds, now living at Bradford. He was married on June 5, 1886, to Ella G. Mendenhall, a daughter of John G. and Eliza P. (Sloan) Mendenhall. John G. was a native of Centre county and came to Clarion county in 1830, where he died on August 18, 1876.

Johnson, Charles, Foxburg p.o., Richland, was born in Ingatorp, Sweden, on August 13, 1853, and came to the United States in 1869 and to Foxburg in 1876. He is engaged in the merchant tailor and gents’ furnishing goods business, and is also an oil producer. He has a branch store at Clarion.

Johnson, Peter, Monroe p.o., Beaver, was born in Berks county, Pa., on October 16, 1812, and came to Clarion county, Pa., in 1832. He is a farmer and oil producer. His parents were David and Elizabeth (Mench) Johnson. Peter Johnson was married on January 16, 1838, to Christina Hale, a daughter of Jacob and Eve (Knight) Hale, of Clarion county. They have had eleven children – Adam, Daniel, of Ohio; Elizabeth, wife of A.L. Wood, of Steuben county, N.Y.; Maria, wife of John Moyer; Judy, wife of Mann Alt; George W., of Ohio; Mary, wife of Samuel Switzer; Emma, wife of Moses Wilcox, of New York: Louisa, wife of Isaac Fry, of Ohio; Sadie, wife of Henry Knight; and P.F.

Johnston, David, Valley p.o., Elk, is a farmer, and was born in Centre county on December 5, 1834. He was a son of William and Elizabeth (Ryder) Johnston, who settled in Elk township in 1844. They had eight children – Michael, William, David, Catherine, Elizabeth, Mary A., John and Martin. David was married in 1857 to Mary A., daughter of Jeffries and Elizabeth (Lee) Thompson, of Elk township. They have had three children – Frankie, Dessie, and Robert. David was drafted in the late war, and served in Company G, Fifty-sixth Pennsylvania Regiment, and was honorably discharged at the close of the war.

Jones, William, Mariasville p.o., Richland, was born in Berks county, Pa., on October 30, 1825, and came to Clarion county, Pa., in 1832. He is a farmer, and now owns and occupies a farm of one hundred and eighteen acres. His parents were George and Catherine Jones, of Berks county, Pa. William Jones was married on December 25, 1845, to Matilda Master, of Beaver, Clarion county, Pa. They have had a family of eight children born to them – Sarah E., now the wife of N.C. McGinness; Mary A., wife of Andrew Cokley; Denah E., wife of Conrad Simmons, of Oil City; Catherine, wife of William Vensel; Charles H., Lydia C., wife of A. Master; Emma M., wife of Alfred Shoup, of Venango, Pa.; Ellen S., wife of Hugh Tomb. His second wife was E.M. Gilger, to whom he was married on April 15, 1885.

Kahl, Thomas M., Shippensville p.o., Elk, was born in Elk township on March 8, 1843, and was a son of Jacob and Susan (Markell) Kahl, who settled in Elk township in 1826, and cleared and improved the farm now occupied by their son, Thomas M. Their children were George, John, Mary A., Jane, Wilbur, Jacob, Nathaniel, Sarah, and Thomas M. The latter succeeded to the homestead, and was married in 1868 to Hattie, a daughter of John and Elizabeth (Kapp) Henlen, of Washington township. They have had two children – Neoskeleta P. and Sarah E. Mr. Kahl has followed the occupation of veterinary surgeon since reaching the age of twelve years.

One of the three pioneer families of Washington township was that of George Kapp, for whom the hamlet of Fryburg was formerly known as Kapp Settlement. The family came here in 1817, from Lancaster county. In the family were three boys and six girls, viz. – Henry, John, Martin, Sarah, Hannah, Mary, Elizabeth, Magdalena, and Barbara. Henry Kapp married for his first wife Katharine Rickenbrode. They had a family of ten children. His second wife was Fanny Mahle. George F. Kapp, the third of these children, married Melissa Jane Seigwarth. They have had a family of nine children. George F. enlisted in June, 1861, in Company E, Tenth Pennsylvania Reserve Volunteer Infantry, served three years, re-enlisted, and again served until the close of the war. He lived for seventeen years in Elk township. His father moved to Centreville about three years ago, and is now engaged in business there.

Karns, John R., Catfish p.o., East Brady, was born in Hillville, Armstrong county, Pa., in 1862. He was a son of Robert J. and Margaret (Whitehill) Karns, who were married in 1861. They had a family of two sons – John R. and William H. Robert was born in 1883, and Margaret, who was a daughter of Austin and Mary A. (Orr) Whitehill, was born in 1843. Robert has been a teacher for thirty years in Armstrong county, Pa., graded schools, was a justice of the peace for several years, and is one of the leading men of his county and town. John R. Karns was fitted for and taught school and instrumental music for five years, and then became an expert telegrapher, and was appointed agent for the Allegheny Valley Railroad, and is now ticket, freight, and telegraph agent at Sarah Furnace Station.

Kaster, Philip, Rimersburg p.o., and his family, came from Lower Mount Bethel, Northampton county, in the year 1818, and settled in Red Bank, Clarion county, now the town of New Bethlehem. It was then a wilderness with the exception of a small field cleared where the cemetery is now located. The only buildings were a log cabin and a stable owned by the Widow Himes. The nearest trading post was Kittanning, Armstrong county. The same year he purchased the farm and mill site in Monroe township, and erected the first grist-mill in this part of the county, and which was known as Kaster’s Mill, on Licking’s Creek. Philip was a soldier in the War of 1812, and his father, Philip, sr., was a soldier in the Revolutionary War, and participated in the battles of Bunker Hill and Brandywine. Philip’s family consisted of six sons and six daughters – John E., Jacob B., Samuel H., Philip, Joseph, Adam T., Susannah Benn, Polly Mohney, Christina Mohney, Eliza Hartzell, Catharine Kessner, and Sally. Jacob died at New Bethlehem about the year 1880. Philip, Joseph, Sally, and Susannah are now deceased. Philip died in September, 1865, in his eighty-ninth year. He was both miller and shoemaker by trade. John E. Kaster was married to Susannah Lobough, a daughter of John Lobough, of Monroe township, and now resides on the old homestead, near Curllsville. J.E. was born in Northampton county in 1813. They had a family of eleven children – James M., S. Harkey, John, Philip M., Amos M. Daughtes, Jane E. Blair, Mary C. Corbett, Nancy C. Kerr, Hannah M. Lawson, Ellen D. Steltzer, and Agatha Newell. Agatha, John, and James M. are deceased. James M. died in the late rebellion. He enlisted in 1862 in Company H., One Hundred and Fifty-fifth Pennsylvania Regiment, and contracted his disease at the battle of Fredericksburg, Va., and died on January 14, 1863. Susannah died on September 9, 1857. J.E. was married the second time to Eliza (Benn) Huey, a daughter of Henry Benn, of Curllsville, Pa. They had a family of four daughters – Tenny C. Laughlin, Sally B. Lobough, Susie R., and Lide O. John E. has been a prominent business man of his district, and was justice of the peace for a number of years. He became engaged in the foundry business at Keystone Foundry, know as the firm of Kaster & Lee. He also carried on an extensive farming business. Owing to a dispute in the firm of Kaster & Lee, Mr. Kaster purchased the Rimersburg foundry property from James Feely in 1864, and made his son, S. Harkey, superintendent of the business. They formed the firm of J.E. Kaster & Son, and in 1881 the firm of S.H. Kaster & Brother became their successors. They have, in connection with their foundry business, a full line of shelf hardware and agricultural implements. S.H. Kaster was married on November 2, 1869, to Mary A. Feely, a daughter of James and Angeline Feely. They have had five children – Bella A., Nora A., Zilla A., Edwin M.C., and Samuel M. The first son, Edwin M.C., was born on July 4, 1876, the day and year of our one hundredth anniversary. Philip M. was married to Mattie O. Berlin. They have had one daughter – Estella C. Amos M. married Emily Rigis. They have one daughter – Effie M. The three sons, S.H., Philip M., and Amos M., are moulders by profession. Adam T. has been of a roving disposition. He went to Pittsburgh when quite young, and from there to California the time of the first gold excitement. He came back to Pittsburgh and married a Miss Beeler and returned again to California. They had one son and one daughter – Andrew and Mary. His wife died, and he returned to Pittsburgh with the children. Mary died. Andrew is now a broker on Fourth avenue. Adam is now living in West Virginia, where he has stencil and seal works. He is remarried to Miss Mamie Brady, of Lancaster, Pa.

Keating, H., St. Petersburg p.o., Richland, was born in Murrinsville, Butler county, on November 30, 1835, and is a farmer and oil producer, and a member of the firm of Fritz & Keating, custom grist-millers at St. Petersburg. His parents were Judge John and Catharine (McCullough) Keating, who came here about 1850. His wife was Sarah Morgan, of Emlenton, to whom he was married in 1853. They have had a family of seven children – Henry A., Blanche, Bessie H., Willis, Bertha, Annie, and Leo.

Keck, Conrad, Shannondale p.o., Red Bank, a retired farmer and son of Philip and Catharine Keck, was born in Westmoreland county in 1807. Conrad died in 1808, leaving a widow and seven children. Catharine, with her family, came to Red Bank township (then Armstrong county) in 1820, where she died in 1860. In Mr. Keck’s early manhood he was engaged in laboring at whatever he could command good wages, and in 1835 he was married to Magdalena Mohney, a daughter of Jonn Mohney of Red Bank township. She was born in 1816, and died on May 7, 1885. They had a family of nine children, five of whom are now living – Catharine, Benjamin, Rachel, Jacob and Maria. After Mr. Keck’s marriage he directed his attention to farming, in which he was very successful. He was school director twelve years, elected assessor three years, and constable one term.

Keck, Gideon P., Truittsburg, p.o., Red Bank, was a son of Philip and Sarah (Stokes) Keck, who were married at Pittsburgh. Philip died, leaving a widow and twelve children, ten of whom are now living. Two sons enlisted – Peter in the Seventy-eighth Pennsylvania Regulars, and George in the One Hundred and Fifth. Gideon was married in 1869 to Kate A. Himes, who died in August, 1871, leaving two children – Henry P. and Jessie Adella. He then married his second wife, Susannah Rhoads, in 1872. They have had three children – James Ulysses, Erastus Theodore, and Elsie Floy. Susannah was a daughter of Abraham and Jane (Shoffner) Rhoads. Gideon P. has been supervisor two terms, is a general farmer, and settled on his present homestead. of one hundred and sixteen acres in 1873.

Keefer, G.W., West Freedom p.o., Perry, was a son of Jacob P. and Harriet (Gordon) Keefer, who settled in Clarion county, Pa., in 1865. He was a carpenter and builder by trade, and died in 1882. George W. Keefer was married in 1876 to Elizabeth Crispin, of Clarion county, Pa. They have had a family of four children – Clara W., Ines L., Joseph R., and Alva S. Mr. Keefer is a carpenter by trade, but now gives his attention to farming.

Keener, John C., New Bethlehem, a general merchant, butcher, and provision dealer of the borough, was born in Pittsburgh in 1847. He was married in 1870 to Anna Gallagher, who was born at Brady’s Bend in 1854. They have had six children – Annie, born in 1871; Josephine, born in 1873; Charles, born in 1875; Harry H., born in 1876; Eddie N., born in 1881; and George P., born in 1882. John C. settled in Parker in 1868, and became engaged in the butcher business, and in 1873 settled in New Bethlehem, and became engaged in his present business, and in 1879 added a general stock of dry goods, etc. He was a son of Sebastian Keener, who had a family of four children – Catherine, Philip, Nicholas, and John C.

Kelly, William, New Bethlehem, was born in Porter township, Clarion township, Pa., in 1832. He was a son of Thomas and Elizabeth (Strouse) Kelly. Elizabeth was born in Luzerne county, Pa., and her husband, Thomas, was a native of Ireland. He died in 1838, leaving a family of six children, five of whom are now living – John, Mary, Catharine, William, and Hannah. Sarah died leaving a family of three children. William Kelly was married in 1856, to Sylvania Space of Bethlehem borough. They have had a family of four children – Theresa J., Othana, George M., and John M. Sylvania was a daughter of George and Catharine Space.

Kempf, Michael, Scotch Hill p.o., Farmington, was born at Hesse-Darmstadt, on the Rhine, on February 4, 1837. At the age of seventeen years he came to New York, and from there to Mercer county, Pa. After three years he went to Fryburg, and became engaged in buying and selling stock. He married in Mercer county, but his wife died while he was living in Fryburg. They had no children. He enlisted in 1861 in Co. F, 63d Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry, and after his first term of enlistment expired, re-enlisted and served to the close of the war, a term of four years and five months. In 1865 Mr. Kempf married Eva Smith, of Farmington. They have had five children. Michael Kempf is an industrious, energetic man, who by economy and patience has acquired a comfortable fortune. In political affairs he acts with the Republican party. The family are members of the Roman Catholic Church.

Kennemuth, John R., Fern p.o., Ashland, a farmer and oil producer, was born in Prussia May 1, 1843, and was a son of Jacob and Dorothea (Schinderwolf) Kennemuth, who settled in Ashland in 1856, on the farm which is now owned and occupied by John R. Their children were Catherine, Eliza, Conrad, Jacob, and John R. John R. was married in 1869 to Mary Fox, a daughter of John Fox, of Brady’s Bend. They have had a family of six children – Edward, Willie, Frank, John, Ella, and Frederick.

Kifer, O.A.,. Scotch Hill p.o., Farmington. The children of Abraham and Hannah Jane Kifer, an old and respected family of Licking township, were five in number, viz.: Andrew S., Susan V., Oliver A., Samuel L., and Mary M. About 1851 the mother died, after which Abraham married Elizabeth Dunckle. They had a family of ten children. Oliver A. Kifer came to Farmington on May 16, 1876. He married Rebecca Ann Harriger. They have had a family of four children. Since he was twelve years of age Mr. Kifer has suffered from a disabled limb, and in addition to this, by accident he had a foot cut off while in the lumber woods. He went into the mercantile business in 1875 at Scotch Hill, having but forty dollars as starting capital. He has made friends; his trade has built up until now he is in comfortable circumstances. He was appointed postmaster in 1883.

Kinch, Daniel, Fryburg p.o., Washington, was born December 8, 1827, in Perry county, Pa., and came with the family of Jacob Kinch, his father, to Washington township, Pa., in the year 1829. Daniel was the sixth child of a family of twelve children. Among the pioneer families of the town the name of Kinch takes a prominent position. By trade Daniel is a weaver, but by occupation a farmer. In the year 1855 he married Magdaline Kapp. They had a family of seven children born to them. His wife died in October, 1874. In September, 1875, he married Mary Ann Hepler. Mr. Kinch bought of his father the old Kinch farm on which he now resides. In politics Mr. Kinch has always taken an active part, and is a republican. He is one of the elders and his family are members of the Evangelical Lutheran Church of Fryburg.

King, Peter, Emlenton p.o., Richland, was born in Columbia county, Pa., on February 2, 1822, and came to Clarion county in 1833, and built the grist-mill, known as King’s mill, in 1849. He now owns fifty-five acres, on which eleven wells have been drilled; all are now producers. Peter was a son of Samuel and Barbara (Gilger) King. Peter was married on November 12, 1846, to Margaret E. Myers, a daughter of George S. and Ellen (Burns) Myers, of Venango county. They had a family of seven children – George W., Junis H., Mary E., Peter F., Susie A., Maggie E., and Addie L.

Kiser, Daniel, Elk City p.o., Elk, is a farmer, and was born in Elk township, Clarion county, Pa., on March 3, 1824. He was a son of Joseph and Susan (Smail) Kiser. His paternal grandfather, Peter Kiser, and his maternal grandfather, Jacob Smail, were both pioneers of Clarion county, Pa. Daniel Kiser was married in 1850 to Susan Thompson, a daughter of Thomas and Mary (McDowell) Thampson, of Beaver township, Pa. Daniel and Susan have had a family of nine children – Maggie, Helen, Sarah, Manilla, Harriet, William, Francis M., Ada, Laura. Mr. Kiser embarked in the mercantile business in Elk City, Pa., in 1877, in which he is still interested, but his principal business is farming and oil producing.

Kiser, Emanuel, Elk City p.o., Elk, an oil producer, was born in Elk township, Pa., on March 1, 1850, and was a son of Joseph and Susan Smail Kiser. His paternal grandfather, Peter Kiser, settled in the town of Elk in 1817, and his maternal grandfather, Jacob Smail, was a pioneer of Beaver township. Joseph Kiser’s children were Mary M., Daniel, John H., Samuel, Catharine, Lavina, Joseph, Sarah, Harrison, and Emanuel. Emanuel was reared and now resides on the old homestead, which was first settled by his grandfather, Peter Kiser. He was married in 1873 to Louisa P. McIlhattan, a daughter of Alexander and Jane (Black) McIlhattan. Emanuel and Louisa have had two children – J. Perry and Mabel E.

Kline, William J., Church p.o., Beaver, was born in Beaver township, Pa., on December 15, 1846. He is a farmer and now owns and occupies a farm of seventy-seven acres, and is also engaged in the oil business. He has been school director for several terms. His parents were Jacob and Susannah (Weter) Kline. W.J. Kline was married on February 28, 1870, to Christina Best, a daughter of John and Margaret (Smail) Best, who came from Westmoreland county in 1804. They have three children – Ida L., Warren E., and Elmer S.

Kline, Reuben, Kossuth p.o., Ashland, a merchant and farmer of Kossuth, Pa., was born in Lehigh county, Pa., on December 7, 1828, and was a son of John and Anna (Fanstemacher) Kline, who settled in Clarion county, Pa., in 1837, and in Ashland, Pa., in 1847, and cleared and improved the farm which is now owned and occupied by the late Henry Kline. They had a family of eleven children – Henry, Reuben, Jacob, Maria, Catherine, Eliza, Susan, James, Elizabeth, Sarah and William. Reuben Kline settled in Ashland, Pa., in 1847, and was married twice. His first wife was Ann E., a daughter of John and Mary (McCleef) Measley, of Ashland, Pa. They had a family of seven children – John M., George W., Harriet L., Maggie A., Andrew C., Reuben F., and Susan. L. His second wife was Harriet, a daughter of John and Mary (Kribbs) Weaver, of Ashland, Pa. They have had a family of children. Mr. Kline has served as constable of Ashland, Pa., for seven years, was justice of the peace for five years, and has been engaged in the mercantile business for ten years.

Klinger, Peter, Turkey City p.o., Richland, was born in Clarion county on August 23, 1842. He now owns a farm of sixty-five acres, and is engaged in the oil producing business. He enlisted on February 24, 1862, in Company H, One Hundred and Third Pa. Vols., and re-enlisted on February 26, 1864, as a veteran; was taken prisoner on April 20, 1864, at Plymouth, N.C., and was in Andersonville, Florence and Salisbury prisons. He was paroled on March 2, 1865, at Wilmington, N.C., and discharged on June 20, 1865. His parents were Joseph and Catherine (Krider) Klingler. Peter was married on January 25, 1866, to Rebecca J. Bostaph, a daughter of Daniel and Sarah (Frederick) Bostaph, of this township. They have had five children – Sallie R., Lizzie M., Catharine M., Martha E., and Carlos S.

Knappenberger, David, Monroe p.o., Salem, was born where he now resides on November 21, 1847. He is a farmer and owns a farm of eighty acres. His parents were Daniel and Lydia (Berlin) Knappenberger, who came from Westmoreland county. David was married on August 29, 1872, to Phoebe France, a daughter of Samuel and Catherine (Smith) France, of Armstrong county. They have had two children – Jesse W. (born December 8, 1873), and T. Maud (born March 26, 1876).

Knappenberger, Jacob, Monroe p.o., Salem, was born in Clarion county on July 24, 1844, and was a son of Daniel and Lydia (Berlin) Knappenberger, who came from Westmoreland county to Clarion in 1831. Daniel was born on November 27, 1799, and his wife, Lydia, was born September 15, 1803, in Franklin township, Westmoreland county. Jacob was married on March 2, 1871, to Emma L. Gilger. They have had a family of eight children – William E., Charles E., Minnie L., D.L., Susy P., Eulah B., Mabel C. and Sarah S. Emma S. was a daughter of Adam and Lovina (Neely) Gilger. Adam was a son of Jones Gilger, and his wife Lovina was a daughter of John Neely.

Knight, B.R., Turkey City p.o., Richland, was born where he now resides, on January 12, 1831. He is a farmer and now owns a farm of 230 acres; has been constable, supervisor and school director. His parents were Daniel and Hannah (Richert) Knight, natives of this county. D.R. Knight was married on December 8, 1853, to Ann Crum, a daughter of John and Mary (Snyder) Crum. of Salem township. They have had a family of twelve children – William J., O.C., Alice L. (wife of Henry Slicker), Araminta (wife of A.L. Boyer), Elmer E., John W., Mary F., Charles E., Howard E., Lewis E., Bertha I., and Jessie N.

Knight, Henry, Knox p.o., Beaver, was born on the old homestead where he now resides on August 23, 1837. He is a farmer and owns 494 acres of land. His parents were John and Sarah (Barnhart) Knight, of Westmoreland county, and who were among the early settlers in Clarion county. Henry was married on March 18, 1858, to Clara Switzer, a daughter of Jacob and Susanna (Swab) Switzer, of Beaver township. They had two children – Amanda, wife of John Whittling, of Beaver township, and Lena P., wife of Oley E. Olison, of Beaver. He was married the second time to Sadie E. Johnston, on September 13, 1883. She was a daughter of Peter and Christena (Hale) Johnston, of Richland township.

Knight, William F., Knox p.o., Ashland, is a farmer, distiller and oil producer; was born in Beaver township, Pa., on September 6, 1831. He was a son of Peter and Mary (Fisher) Knight, who were pioneers of Beaver, where they cleared and improved a farm from the wilderness around them. Their children were John, William F., Asa, Clara, George, Mary, Simon, and Rebecca. William F. Knight has been a resident of Ashland, Pa., since 1866, and been an oil producer and distiller of rye whisky since 1861. He was married on May 1, 1862, to Lavina Gilbert, a daughter of Abram Gilbert, of Beaver. They have had a family of nine children – John C., Elmer E., Mary E., Frances A., Samuel, James, Harvey, Florence, and William W.

Krauss, W.F., Callensburg p.o., Licking, was a son of Michael Krauss, who was born in Nehren, County Tubingen, Wurtemburg, Germany, in 1853, and came to this country and settled in Clarion county, Pa., in 1868. His wife was Sarah A. Kister. They had a family of four children – John M., Mary A., Cora A., and Harry C. W.F. Krauss was a shoemaker by trade, which business he now follows. He has been school director and secretary of the board. His brother, Jacob, was drowned in Clarion Creek, Pa., in August, 1884.

Kron, John R., New Bethlehem, manufacturer and dealer in harness, saddlery, and all kinds of horse furnishing goods, settled in New Bethlehem in 1874. He was born in Armstrong county in 1845, and was married in 1869 to Hattie Johnston, of Beaver county. They have had four children  – Frank J., Alberta T., L.M., and George. John R. was a son of George and Nancy (Mathews) Kron. He enlisted in Company G, 103d, and served for three and three quarter years. He was taken prisoner and held at Andersonville. He served as justice of the peace for two terms, and has also been councilman of the borough.

Kurtz, John A., Shannondale p.o., Redbank, a general merchant, and postmaster of Shannondale, Pa., was born in Edenburg, Clarion county, Pa., in 1856, and was a son of J.M. and Sarah (Hare) Kurtz, who were born in Allegheny county, Pa., in 1837. Sarah died on July 24, 1886, at Salem. They had a family of eight children, six of whom are now living – Stewart A., Clara, John, A., Theresa, Leroy, and Cirue. J.M. Kurtz in early life was a tailor, but soon became a merchant at Edenburg, Pa. John A. Kurtz was engaged in the mercantile business in Beaver township, Pa., from 1875 to 1883, the firm being Kurtz & King. Previously to this he was employed by C.H. Paulson, hatter and furrier, of Pittsburgh, Pa., as a traveling salesman from 1872 to 1874. In 1883 Mr. Kurtz sold his interest and located at Shannondale, Pa., and was appointed postmaster in 1883. He was married in 1876 to Amanda C. Whittling, of Salem, Pa. They have had one child – Floy Estella. Amanda was a daughter of Frederick and Catharine (Ritts) Whittling, who settled in Salem, Pa., about 1832.

Latshaw, John, West Freedom p.o., Perry, was born in Westmoreland county in 1802. His parents settled in Clarion county in 1804. John was married to Elizabeth Yingling, of Clarion county, who died in 1881. They had a family of fourteen children, ten of whom are now living. Mr. Latshaw was a prosperous farmer, and died leaving a farm of 200 acres.

Laughlin, Captain Reynold, Callensburg p.o., Licking, was born in Indiana county, Center township, on May 29, 1807, and has been twice married. His first wife was Mary C. Robinson, to whom he was married on March 7, 1836. She died on November 26, 1860. They had a family of six children, one of whom is now living – Nancy E. He was married the second time in 1861, to Mrs. Elmira Dunkle. They have had one daughter – Adah R. Captain Laughlin at an early age commenced the study of law, to which profession he has successfully given his attention. He has always been an enthusiastic military man; was brigadier-general of the State militia for two years; at the breaking out of the Rebellion raised Company A, 103d Regiment, gallantly leading them until he resigned on account of failing health. His parents were John and Nancy (Wilkins) Laughlin. John was born in India county in 1777, and his wife was born in 1782. His grandfather, Randall Laughlin, was taken prisoner by the Indians, and his wife, Elizabeth, escaped with Reynolds father in her arms on horseback, swam the Canamaugh River that night and rode ten miles to Wallaces’s Fort, when they entered that fort and remained there until the danger was over and the Indians had left the country.

Lawhead, William, Fisher p.o., Mill Creek, was a son of William and Maria (Marshall) Lawhead, and was born in Franklin county in 1833, and settled in Clarion county in 1849. He was married in 1856 to Esther Spangler, who died on September 15, 1885. They have had a family of nine children – Clarence M. (deceased), Sarah J. (deceased), Mary C., Ida J., Laura B., James S., Cora A., Samuel W., Jonathan B. Mr. Lawhead is engaged in lumbering and farming, and owns sixty acres. His father was born in 1804 and died in 1886, and his mother who was born in 1807 died in 1874.

Lawson, James B.; Lawsonham p.o., was born at Kittanning, Armstrong county, Pa., on February 4, 1808. He was a son of David and Isabella (Dickey) Lawson. David was born in Ireland in 1777, and came to this country with his parents and settled in Westmoreland county, Pa., in 1794. He was married and settled in Kittanning in 1804, and in 1812 came to Clarion county, where he died in the township of Madison in 1839. His wife, Isabella, died in 1854, leaving a family of ten children, eight of whom are now living. David Lawson was agent for the Holland Land Company as surveyor. He was a finely educated man, and was a member of the Legislature for two terms, his first term being in 1824. James B. Lawson was married on October 28, 1830, to Lavina Orr, who was the first female white child born in Limestone township, Pa., where she was born in 1805. They had a family of nine children, eight of whom are now living – Orr, David, Samuel C., Bella, Maggie, Sarah, Agnes, and Thomas C. Hon. James B. Lawson was appointed associate judge one term, and was a member of the Legislature 1871, ‘72, and ‘73, was county commissioner for one term, and is now a retired farmer.

Levers, John N., Fairmount City p.o., Redbank, was born in Redbank, Clarion county, Pa., in 1838, and was a son of George and Mary (Foust) Levers. He was born in Northampton county, and his wife was born in Montgomery county. They settled in Clarion county, Pa., in 1836, and had a family of eleven children, six of whom are now living – G.W., Elizabeth, Catharine, Sabine, John N., Jacob. George was in early life a carpenter and builder, and undertaker, and after became a successful farmer, and owner of 300 acres. He was born in 1802 and died in 1883. His wife was born 1802 and died in 1873. One son, Ruben, was drafted in 1863 and was discharged, after which he became engaged in lumbering and was killed by the falling of a tree in 1863. He was born in 1840. George was a son of Richard Levers, who was born in London, and became a prominent lawyer, and settled in Northampton county, Pa., where he died.

Lewis, David R., East Brady p.o., a retired gentleman of the borough, was born in Wales in 1816; became a member of the Calvinistic Methodist Church in 1841, and was married in 1844 to Martha George, who was born in 1819. They settled in Pennsylvania in 1849 with two children, and resided in Armstrong county, where he first worked in the rolling-mill, and later became a farmer, and retired from active business life in 1879, and settled in East Brady, Pa. His wife died in February, 1883, leaving a family of seven children – Richard, John, Eliza, Mary, Hannah, Sarah, and David, Jr. Mr. Lewis was born in Caermarthen, Wales, and from a child learned to depend upon his own exertions.

Lewis, Gilbert S., Foxburg p.o., Richland, was born in Northumberland county, Pa., on October 8, 1857, and came to Foxburg, Pa., in 1884. He is engaged in the oil business and is train master of the P. & W.R.R. His parents were Edward and Jennie T. (Wenck) Lewis, of Oil City, Pa. Gilbert S. was married on March 21, 1880, to Della A. Irvin, of Oil City, Pa. They have four children – Edward I., Florence A., Herbert C., and Garland M.

Lewis, John A., Valley p.o., Elk, is a farmer and mason, and was born in Licking township on May 6, 1842, and was a son of John and Catharine (Dalrymple) Lewis, who were early settlers in Licking. Their children were Sarah, Daniel, James, John A., Peter, Hiram, Catherine, and Luther H. John A. Lewis located in Elk township in 1870. He was married in 1863 to Mary Heffner, a daughter of John and Margaret (Fern) Heffner, of Elk. John and Mary have had a family of ten children – Ernettia J., James E., John H., Silas A., George W., Edy M., Elmer L., Charles E., David W., and Alison L.

Logue, C.M., Allegheny p.o., Toby, was born in Toby township on July 19, 1863, and was a son of Thomas and Mary A. (Crozier) Logue, both natives of this county. C.M. Logue entered the West Freedom Academy at the age of thirteen years, and after attending school for three terms began the profession of teaching. At the age of seventeen years he received the congressional appointment by Hon. James. Mosgrove as a cadet to West Point, but declined. During the following year he was again appointed, but would not accept. He was graduated from the National Normal University of Ohio in 1883, and at present is general insurance agent at Allegheny City, Pa.

Logue, John, West Freedom p.o., Perry, was born in Clarion county on March 31, 1830, and married Jane Ban. They have had a family of ten children – Amelia (deceased), Juliet G., Mary C., Hannah J., Victoria, George McC., Luella, John, William Wallace, Grace (deceased), and Archie. For the last twelve years Mr. Logue has been engaged in the oil business, and is now pumping two wells. He owns 300 acres of land in Clarion county.

Loll, Joseph, Fryburg p.o., Washington, one of the eight children of Anthony Loll, was born August 29, 1840, in Alsace, France. In the year 1856 the family came to this town. Joseph worked out at different places until he was twenty-one years old, in 1861, when he enlisted in Company F, Sixty-third Regiment Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry. He served three and one-half years, when he was discharged for disability contracted during the service. In 1866 Mr. Loll married Helen Eisenman, by whom he has had ten children. Mr. Loll is now proprietor of the Eisenman House of Fryburg, Pa., which is the leading house of the town. He is a genial and popular landlord, always kind and affable towards his guests, which insures him the patronage of the traveling public.

Long, James M., Blair’s Corners p.o., Beaver, was born in Alexandria, Westmoreland county, on October 30, 1856, and came to Clarion county in 1872, and is now proprietor of the Blair House at Blair’s Corners. His parents were J.L. and Margaret (Boyle) Long, of St. Petersburg. He was married on May 26, 1881, to Lillie Vensel, a daughter of Daniel and Mary (Frederick) Vensel, of St. Petersburg. They have had one child – Benny A. Longwell, Dr. Luther C., East Brady, was born in Mifflin county, Pa., in 1844. He was a son of James and Joanna Longwell. The doctor acquired his dental profession from Dr. Thompson, of Lewistown, Pa., and attendance at the Pennsylvania Dental College in Philadelphia, and settled in East Brady, Pa., in 1868, where he still presides ever his professional business. He was appointed postmaster in 1877, and served eight years. He was married in 1872 to Emma J. Elliott, of Clarion county, Pa. They have had a family of five children – Lizzie M., Anna M., Almira A., Gertrude A., and Ralph E.

Lorah, John, Monroe p.o., Beaver, was born in Berks county on January 17, 1823, and came to Clarion county with his parents, Peter and Sarah (Ritter) Lorah, who were natives of Berks county, in 1835. He is a farmer, and owns seventy-one acres. Has held the office of justice of the peace for about twenty-eight years. He was married on December 31, 1846, to Sophia Knappenberger, a daughter of Daniel and Lydia Knappenberger, who came to this county in 1831.

Lorah, William, Monroe p.o., Beaver, and his son are general merchants of Monroeville. William was born in Berks county on January 27, 1825, and came to Clarion county with his parents, Peter and Sarah (Ritts) Lorah, in 1835. He was married in March, 1857, to Hannah Knight, a daughter of Daniel and Hannah (Reichert) Knight, old settlers in Richland township. They have had a family of five children – John C., now engaged in business with his father; Sarah S., wife of Samuel Moyer; Emma C., Lester I., and Florence J.

Lutz, John P., Knox p.o., Beaver, was born where he now resides, on February 4, 1858; is a farmer and oil producer, and owns ninety-one acres. His parents were John A. and Elizabeth (Dish) Lutz, natives of Germany. Mr. Lutz came to America in 1842, and his wife in 1847. He died on March 3, 1886. John P. was married on June 24, 1879, to Rosette Lorish, a daughter of Nicholas and Maggie (Dagleman) Lorish. They have had a family of three children – Elizabeth C.M., Adam N., and Charles F.

Lutz, John P., Blair’s Corners p.o., Beaver, was born in Germany on April 29, 1825, and came to the United States and to Clarion county in 1842. He was in Company G, Pennsylvania Volunteers, enlisting in 1865, and was discharged at the close of the war. He opened a store in Pittsburgh, where he was engaged in business for nearly five years. He is now a farmer, and owns seventy-four acres, and is also in the mercantile business at Blair’s. He has been a merchant for twenty-two years, and has been postmaster for four years. His parents were John and Elizabeth (Murchel) Lutz. He was married on October 18, 1849, to Catherine Kaufman, a native of Germany. She died on July 27, 1885.

McAfoos, Jacob R., West Millville p.o., Millville, general merchant and lumber manufacturer of West Millville borough, was born in Armstrong county, Pa., September 9, 1829, and settled in West Millville, Clarion county, Pa., in 1869. He was married in 1856 to Sarah E. Rupp. They have one daughter living – Hortense, who married J.C. Miller, and now has a family of three children – Dessie Edna, James Clyde McCurty, and Thomas Earl. Jacob R. McAfoos enlisted in Company G, Seventy-eighth Pennsylvania Regiment, and served three and a quarter years under Colonel William Serwell. He went out as second lieutenant September 12, 1861, and was promoted to first lieutenant June 21, 1863, and participated in twenty-two battles and skirmishes in the department of the Cumberland; was slightly wounded in the battle of Stone River December 30, 1862. Jacob R. McAfoos was a son of Daniel and Catharine McAfoos, of Armstrong county, Pa. Daniel died in 1870 leaving a widow and a family of seven children. One son, Absalom, enlisted in Company M, Fourteenth Regiment, Pennsylvania Cavalry, in 1862; was taken prisoner and starved to death in Andersonville prison. Mr. McAfoos became engaged in the mercantile business on settlement here, and in 1881 Mr. Miller became a partner in the firm. They now do a large business in merchandise, sawing, planing, sash, doors, and building contracts.

McCafferty, Charles, Monroe p.o., Beaver, was born in Parker township, Butler county, on February 22, 1816, and came to this county in 1838. He is a cabinet maker and undertaker. His parents were Charles and Sarah (Williams) McCafferty. He was married on December 25, 1840, to Charlotte Williams, a daughter of Amos and Betsey (Mitchell) Williams, and was born on January 20, 1822. They moved to Curllsville in 1844, and he became engaged in the manufacture of furniture. He moved to Sligo in 1873, and came to Monroeville in 1880, where he is now engaged in the same business.

McCafferty, C.A., Alum Rock p.o., Richland, was born in Fair View, Butler county, on June 30, 1849. He is a farmer and stock raiser and oil producer, and owns 400 acres. He came to Clarion county in 1877. His parents were John and Mary Ann (Murrin) McCafferty, of Butler county. He was married September 23, 1879, to Elizabeth Keating, a daughter of Judge John and Catherine (McCullough) Keating, of the town of Monroe. C.A. and Elizabeth have had one child – Louisa M.

McCafferty, Charles P., East Brady, present owner and proprietor of the St. Cloud Hotel at East Brady, was born in Butler county in 1848, and was married in 1874 to Margaret Hindman, of Butler county. They have had one daughter – Jessie Pearl. Charles P. settled in Clarion county in 1874 and purchased his present extensive hotel property, which is erected over the ruins of the oldest hotel of the borough, in 1873. He erected the McCafferty Opera House, one hundred by thirty-two feet, in 1877, and also founded the fire department, and is generally active in all public enterprises. He is now engaged in merchandising and oil producing. He is passionately fond of his pets, which are his hounds, fish and birds.

McDonald, Michael, Vowinckle p.o., Farmington, the sixth child born to David and Bridget McDonald; was born in Farmington on May 10, 1839. The parents were both natives of Dublin, Ireland, from whence they emigrated to this country in the pioneer days. Up to 1865 Michael had formed no plans for the coming years. He went to Elk county, followed the river and lumbered until he was twenty-six years old. He was married at that age to Ann Hagerty. They have had a family of thirteen children. Mr. McDonald has succeeded in business as a lumberman. He owns and operates a first class steam saw-mill, and is also a thrifty farmer. He takes quite an interest in political affairs, and frequently holds town office. In politics he is a Democrat. The family are members of the Roman Catholic Church.

McDonald, Peter, Vowincke, p.o., Farmington, the youngest of the children of David and Bridget McDonald, was born in Farmington on March 1, 1847. He was brought up on the farm and at the age of twenty-one years was married to Mary Ann McAvoy. Mary Ann died leaving a family of five children, four of whom are now living, James having died. Those now living are William David, Peter, Ellen and Matie. Peter married for his second wife Elma Nye, and they have had three children – Sadie, George and Andrew. He still resides on the old farm, having bought the interest from the other heirs to a part of his father’s old homestead. In 1864 and 1865 he worked at Pithole, Venango county, but generally he is at home managing his farm. He is a careful, shrewd business man and makes but few business investments without an adequate return, and as a general result he has been successful. He is a Democrat in politics but takes no active part in political affairs. He was brought up in the Catholic faith and is still the same.

McDowell, Samuel, Valley p.o., Elk, is a farmer and was born on September 29, 1849, and was a son of James and Sarah (McIlhatton) McDowell, who settled in Elk township, Pa., in 1833. His paternal grandfather, James McDowell, who sailed the seas for sixteen years, was a pioneer of Elk, Pa. The children of James McDowell were Thomas, Mary A., Sarah, John, Melissa, Susan, Melinda, Samuel, James and Alfred. Samuel McDowell now occupies the old homestead. He was married in 1883 to Kate Black, a daughter of John R. and Susan (Sanders) Black, of Elk, Pa. They have had two children – A. Benton and Carrie May.

McElhoes, Irad, Truittsburgh p.o., Red Bank, was born in Mifflin county, Pa., in 1836, settled in Madison town in 1844, and now resides in Red Bank township, Clarion county, Pa. He was a son of William and Ann B. (Sheehan) McElhoes, of Mifflin county, Pa., who settled in Clarion county, Pa., in 1844. They had a family of six children – Irad, Jesse, Martha E., Cynthia, Sarah and George. William was born in 1812, and Ann B., born in 1816. Irad was married in 1859 to Martha Warnick, who was born in Ireland in 18—, and was a daughter of John and Elizabeth Warnick. They have had a family of five children – Mary E., William J., Annie J., Robert G. and Sarah B. Irad enlisted in Company I, Sixty-second Regiment P.V. Infantry, in 1861, and served until March 13, 1865, was wounded and now receives a pension. He was promoted to first sergeant July 3, 1863; re-enlisted as veteran volunteer.

McGee, Irvin, Monroe p.o., Beaver, was born in Phillipsburg, Clarion county, on January 16, 1850. He is a machinist and manufacturer of engines, tools and boilers at Monroeville. His parents were J.W. and Catherine (Phillips) McGee, of Phillipsburg. He was married on November 3, 1869, to Alice C. Martin, a daughter of Joseph and Catherine (Zeichert) Martin, of Phillipsburg. They have had a family of six children – Lewis, Lee, Edward, Irvin, Harry and one unnamed.

McGinnis, Harvey, Mariasville p.o., Salem, was born where he now resides, and where his grandfather, James McGinnis, settled about 1804, and where an apple orchard of large healthy trees still exists, which were planted in 1806. Harvey is engaged in farming and owns 160 acres. His parents were John F. and Sarah (McClachey) McGinnis. Harvey was married on June 18, 1872, to Mary A. Knappenberger, a daughter of Daniel and Lydia (Berlin) Knappenberger, of Salem. They have had two children – Harvey Irvin (who died in infancy), and Daniel T.

McGinnis, Matthew, Lamertine p.o., Salem, was born in Salem on March 27, 1836. He is a farmer, and owns twenty-five acres of land, and has been assessor for two terms, and school director since 1862. His grandfather, James McGinnis, came to Salem township from Northumberland county in 1804. Matthew was a son of John F., and Sarah (McClutchey) McGinnis. He was married on December 13, 1860, to Martha J. Clover, a daughter of Gamaliel and Martha (Platt) Clover, early settlers in Clarion county. Martha died on November 1, 1870, leaving four children – Viola J., Clarence C., Nettie M., and Irvin M.

McGregor, Squire Robert R., East Brady, the residing justice of East Brady, Pa., was born in Armstrong county, Pa., on October 31, 1837. He was a son of Alexander B. and Rachel McGregor, who had a family of five children, but two of whom are now living – John L. and Robert R. One brother, James T., enlisted and died while in the service of his country. Robert R. McGregor settled in Brady’s Bend and East Brady, Pa., in 1862, as a contractor and stock-taker of the Brady’s Bend rolling-mill. In 1873 he retired from the same. He was elected a justice of the peace in 1875, ‘80, and 1885. He has been clerk of the council, secretary of the school board for nine years. He was married in 1859 to Melissa Elliott, who was born in Clarion county, Pa., in April, 1839, They had a family of three children – Estella, Lula, and Harry L.

McKillup, Archibald W., New Maysville p.o., Millville, was born in Redbank township in 1834, and married Catharine Mohney, who was born in 1839. They were married in 1855, and had a family of six children, three of whom are now living – John C., Addison H., and Mary Alice. Addison H. was married in 1885 to Elizabeth Dinger. Cathanne was a daughter of Jacob and Christina (Caster) Mohney. Christina was born in 1810, and was a daughter of Philip and Elizabeth Caster, who settled in this county in 1818. Jacob was born in 1808, and died in 1852. He was married in 1829. Archibald W. was a son of William and Harriet (Carr) McKillup.

McKillup, William, New Maysville p.o., Millville, was born in Redbank township in 1810, and was a son of Archibald and Mary (McKey) McKillup. She was born in Westmoreland county in 1780, and he was born in Lancaster county in 1770. They settled in Redbank township in 1803. They had a family of nine children, four of whom are now living – William, Polly, Margaret and Archibald. The mother died in 1838 and the father in 1862. William was married in 1833 to Harriet Carr, who was born in Lycoming county in 1811. They had a family of nine children, seven of whom are now living – Archibald, James C., Hamilton William, H. Jane, Sarah M., Elizabeth M., and Martin E. William in early life was a miller, but is now a retired farmer. He was collector of the county for four terms, constable in 1852—53—54. His wife, Harriet, was a daughter of John and Sarah (Carr), who were born in England and settled here in 1826.

McMaster, Thomas C., Knox p.o., Edenburg, was born in the province of Quebec, Canada, on March 22, 1847, and came to the United States in 1855, and to Clarion county, Pa., in 1877. He is a dealer in jewelry and fancy goods on the corner of Main and State streets. His parents were William and Margaret (Bell) McMaster, natives of Strannear, Scotland. Thomas C. McMaster was married on November 18, 1877, to Margaret Shepard, a daughter of William and Delia (Swartz) Shepard, of Rockland township, Venango county, Pa. They have had three children – Thomas C., Jesse B., and Lester W.

McNany, Jacob, West Freedom p.o., Perry, was a son of John and Margaret (Snyder) McNany, and was born in Clarion county in 1834. He was married on December 12, 1861, to Mary A. Boyer. They have had a family of eleven children – John D., Cora J., Henry C., Norris, Margaret C., Mary O., George, Carrie M., Edward, Bertha E., and Maud (deceased). Mr. McNany is an enterprising farmer and now owns and occupies a farm of ninety-seven acres.

McNaughton, Daniel, Fisher p.o., Mill Creek, one of the successful farmers of Mill Creek township, and owning 250 acres of land, was born in Clarion county in 1824, and was married in 1849 to Mary Wishey. They have had a family of ten children – John H., Hannah, Samuel A., James A. (who died in January, of 1863), David E., Colon, Charles M., and William R., and two who died in infancy. Mr. McNaughton has held the office of school director for ten years. His father, John NcNaughton, was born in Centre county in 1794, and married Elizabeth Brennan, who was born in 1800. John died in 1873, and his wife, Elizabeth, in 1856.

McNutt, Captain John W., New Bethlehem, was born in Clarion county in 1826, and was a son of Robert and Elizabeth (Arderry) McNutt, of York county. He settled with his parents, Cohn and James McNutt, in Porter township, at an early day, coming from the north of Ireland to this country. Robert and Elizabeth had a family of six children, five of whom are now living – J.W., C.W., William M., Jane, Margaret Y. Robert was born in 1791, and died in 1874, and his wife, Elizabeth, was born in 1800, and died in 1883. J.W. and William M. enlisted in Company K, Fourteenth Pennsylvania Cavalry, in 1862, and served for three years. John W. was promoted to captain in 1862, was wounded and now receives a pension. He is now a retired farmer; was married in 1848 to Nancy Jane Henry, who died on May 31, 1885. They had a family of six children – Robert H., Elwood R., William C., John T., Mary E., and Hattie.

McWilliams, James, West Millville p.o., Millville, a general merchant, hotel owner and proprietor, a farmer owning 250 acres, station and ticket agent of the A.G.V. Railroad, was born in Westmoreland county in 1829, and was married on January 12, 1854, to Catharine Helper, a daughter of Jacob and Magdalena Helper. James and Catharine have had two daughters – Jennie and Clara. Jennie was married in 1881 to, Mr. E.A. Hamilton. James McWilliams has been postmaster for twenty-five years, government inspector for three years, and has also held other minor offices. In early life he learned the tinner’s trade. In 1854 he became warehouse proprietor and shipper, and spent the year 1818 in the West. He purchased his present homestead and became engaged in the mercantile business in 1859, and in 1863 he served in the Fifty-seventh Regiment as a lieutenant. James was a son of George and Charlotte (Rankin) McWilliams, of Westmoreland, who settled in Curllsville, in 1839, where they died; he in 1882, and his wife in 1883. He was born in 1801, and his wife in 1803. They had a family of seven children, five of whom are now living – Jane, James, Margaret, Martha, and Napoleon B. George was a son of Andrew and Mary (Ormsby) McWilliams.

Maitland, W.S., Callensburg p.o., Licking, was a son of John C. (who was born in 1800 and died in 1885), and Elizabeth (Kuig) Maitland (who was born in 1806, and died in 1856). W.S. Maitland was born in Venango county, Pa., in 1839, and was married in 1862, to R.A. Douglass. In 1865 he enlisted in the Sixteenth Pennsylvania Cavalry. He settled in Clarion county, Pa., in 1866. At an early age, leaving the harness-making trade which he has followed all his life, he went into business for himself in 1883, at Callensburg, Pa., and is now keeping a general stock of harnesses, saddles, bridles, collars, whips, horse blankets, etc.

Mantz, Mrs. Abigail, West Freedom p.o., Perry, was a daughter of Nathaniel Coulter. She was married in 1855 to Jacob Gates, who was born in Huntington county in 1819. He was a blacksmith, and held several town offices, and died in 1877 leaving a family of eight children – Amanda L. (deceased), John B., Hulda A., Delila E., George W., Jacob A., Charles R., and Eva Belle. At the time of Mr. Gates’s death he owned a farm of sixty acres, which is now divided among his heirs. In 1879 Abigail married Christopher Mantz. They have had one child – May M.

Marsh, Edwin V., New Bethlehem, was born in McKean county, Pa., in 1839. He was a son of Marsh and Mary C. (Bradshaw) Marsh. Stephen was killed in an accident in 1841, leaving a widow and two children – Edwin V. and Lydia A. Edwin V. settled in the borough in 1855, coming there from Philadelphia. He became a clerk for C.E. Andrews, and in 1868 he became a partner in the business, and in 1880 sold his interest. In 1883 he became engaged in the general dry goods, and boot and shoe trade. He was married in 1865 to Annie Barton, who died in 1867, leaving two children  – Cora L. and Harry. He then married his second wife, Clara Corbett, in 1868. They have had a family of four children  – May E., Eva M., Charles S., and Lillie C. Mr. Marsh has been notary public, deputy postmaster, and has been burgess.

Martin, Jacob H., Valley p.o., Ashland, was born in Ashland on May 1, 1844, and was a son of Barnard and Elizabeth (Harrold) Martin. His father was a native of France and settled on the farm which is now occupied by Jacob H. about 1802, and cleared and improved it, and died there at the age of eighty years. He is said to be the first settler in the limits of what is now Ashland township. His children were Delilah, Margaret, Mary J., John, Adeline, and Jacob H. Jacob H., who now occupies the old homestead, was married in 1876 to Lizzie Berlin, a daughter of George N. and Susan (Cook) Berlin, of Elk township.

Martin, William M., New Bethlehem, owner and proprietor of the Martin Hotel and opera house of the borough, was born in Ireland in 1845, and came to Portland, Me., in 1861, went to Boston in 1862, and in 1863 settled in New York, where he remained until 1873, when he came to New Bethlehem, where he now resides. He was engaged in the manufacture of boots, shoes, trunks, etc., from which business he retired in 1880, and purchased his present hotel property, which he has remodeled and refurnished, and in 1881 built up the opera house. He was married in 1874 to Sarah Winstel, who was born in Redbank township. She died in 1882 leaving four children  – Rosette A., Jane, William, jr., and Mollie. He married his second wife, Beasing Tracy, in 1882.

Master, C.D., Monroe p.o., Beaver, was born in Hereford township, Berks county, August 13, 1831, and came to Clarion county with his parents, Daniel and Christena (Johnson) Master, in 1833; is a farmer, and owns 106 acres. He married Lydia Connor, a daughter of Francis and Elizabeth (Boyer) Connor, of Richland township, on January 24, 1856. They have had nine children – Emma C., wife of George M. Ray; Sarah E., Francis I., Elmer D., Edward C., Arminta C., Mary A., Cora C., and Minerva L.

Mateer, Harvey H., Fisher p.o., Mill Creek, a son of John and Nancy (Ross) Mateer, was born in Jefferson county, Pa., in 1846, and was married in 1872 to Louisa M. Fisher. They have had a family of six children – John W.R., Myrtie J., Edith A., Edward G., Robert E., and Nora May. Mr. Mateer is engaged in farming, and owns a farm of one hundred acres. His father was born in 1820 and died in 1871.

Maxwell, George W., Fisher p.o., Mill Creek, was born in Clarion county, September 15, 1843; enlisted in 1862 in Company H, One Hundred and Forty-ninth Pennsylvania Volunteers; was wounded and taken prisoner at Gettysburg, for which he receives a pension. He served two years and four months. He was married in 1873 to Mary Barlett, of Clarion county. They have had five children – Pearl Willis, Alverda May, Jennie Maud, Cecelia Bell, and Alva Estella. He is now engaged in lumbering and farming, owning seventy-two acres. His father, James Maxwell, was born April 9, 1806, and died in 1875. He was married to Margaret Potter, who was born December 25, 1806, and died in 1846. Adam P., brother of George, enlisted in the One Hundred and Forty-ninth Pennsylvania Volunteers, and died in hospital.

Meals, Dr. N.M., Callensburg p.o., Licking; was a son of Dr. S.D. and Hannah (Emery) Meals; was born in Butler county in 1848, and was graduated from Hudson University at Cleveland, O., in 1874. He was married in 1872 to Rebecca J. Graham. They have had a family of seven children, six of whom are now living – Elizabeth G., Hannah M. (deceased), Lulu K., Maggie E., Clara D., Mary A., and Samuel O. His father, S.D. Meals, located in Callensburg in 1859 and died in 1884, leaving a large and lucrative practice.

Mercer, Daniel, New Bethlehem, was born in Indiana county, Pa., on March 26, 1816. He was a son of David and Eve (Cribbs) Mercer. Eve was born in Germany, and her husband David was born in Chester county, Pa., in 1777. They were married in Indiana county, Pa., and settled in Clarion county, where they died. They had a family of fourteen children, eight of whom are now living. Daniel Mercer began life as a school teacher, then became a clerk, and in 1849 became engaged in business as a general merchant. He made several business changes, and in 1884 became engaged in the furniture business, and is now doing business under the firm name of Cribbs & Mercer. He was married in 1844 to Lizetta Fegley. She died in 1873, leaving a family of eight children, four of whom are now living – David B., John M., Mary E., and Peter E. Mr. Mercer then married his second wife, Mrs. E.J. Girts, in 1882. They have had one daughter – Anna Earl. Mr. Mercer has been county commissioner in Clarion county or six years, was treasurer of Clarion county for two years, justice of the peace for ten years, and is one of the councilmen of the borough of New Bethlehem.

Metz, Frederick, Emlenton p.o., Richland, was born in Prussia on July 25, 1835, and came to the United States and settled in Clarion county in 1856. His wife, Sarah Krotzer, was born in Crawford county on October 8, 1839. They were married on January 8, 1857. They have had a family of fourteen children – Cinderella A., born November 7, 1857, married James W. Baynham, of Turkey City, on June 27, 1878; Lizzie S., born January 25, 1860, married Albert Connor, of Kansas, on May 30, 1879; William H., born January 26, 1861, married Bertha Greer, of Pittsburgh, on June 2.4, 1886; Sarah L., born September 3, 1862; Mary F., born August 11, 1864; Ulysses G., born February 28, 1866; Horatio S., born June 5, 1868; David R., born July 23, 1870; Annie B., born June 16, 1872; Olive H., born May 12, 1874; Nettie W., born January 14, 1877; Cora M., born May 30, 1880; James F., born September 15, 1882; and Franklin C., born August 31, 1885.

Metzger, Rev. J.L., Callensburg p.o., Licking, pastor of the Mt. Zion, St. John and Mt. Calvary Churches, of the Lutheran Church of Clarion county, was born in Myersville, Frederick county, Md., on June 20, 1858. He was graduated from Penn College and from the Theological Seminary at Gettysburg. On October 5, 1884, at the meeting of the Maryland Synod, at Taneytown, Ind., he was licensed to preach the gospel. He was graduated from the theological seminary in June, 1885. He entered upon his duties as a pastor July 19, 1885, at Callensburg. He was married on November 1, 1885, to Alice M. Brown, of Myersville, Ind. His father, William Metzger, was born in Manchester, York county, on July 17, 1809.

Miller, Charles E., Knox p.o., Elk, is a farmer, and was born in Ashland township on June 3, 1845. He was a son of Nathan and Catharine (Kribbs) Miller. His paternal grandfather, John Miller, was a Revolutionary soldier, and one of the pioneers of Ashland. His maternal grandfather, Christian Kribbs, settled in Beaver in 1817. Nathan Miller had a family of five children – Clara, John H., Charles E., Mary, and Nathan. Charles E. Miller located in Elk in 1872, and was married that same year to Clara Mahle, a daughter of Helmick and Fannie (Rickenbrod) Mahle, of Fryburg. They have a family of four children living – Maud, Kate, Margie, and Edna.

Miller, Even, Kossuth p.o., Ashland, is a farmer, and was born in Berks county on September 10, 1823. He was a son of John and Polly (Will) Miller, who settled in Ashland in 1834, clearing and improving the farm now owned by Ernest Rhodes, where they resided up to the time of their deaths. There children were Nathan, Clara, John, and Even. Even settled on the farm which he now occupies, in 1849, all of which he has cleared and improved himself. He was married in 1849 to Margaret Berlin, a daughter of George and Elizabeth (Neely) Berlin, of Ashland. They have four children now living – George B., William J., Frances, and Ellen.

Miller, William C. (deceased), West Freedom p.o., Perry, was born in Clarion county in 1831, and married Mary David. They had a family of seven children- Anna Mary (deceased), James D., Edmonia E., Arthur A., Nathan W., Samuel S., and Della Elvina. William served in the late war, in the One Hundred and Sixty-ninth Pennsylvania Infantry. He was engaged in farming, and at the time of his death, which occurred in 1880, he owned a farm of forty-seven acres.

Mimm, B.B., Kossuth p.o., Ashland, proprietor of the Mimm House, is a native of Clarion county. He was a son of John and Johanna (Taxis) Mimm. His father was a pioneer of Clarion county and a soldier in the War of 1812. He was twice married. His first wife was Susannah Horn, to whom he was married on November 26, 1816. They had four children – Harrison, Hiram, Elizabeth, and Martha L. He was married the second time on December 8, 1836, to Johanna Taxis. They have had the following children: Maria, Miranda, W. Scott, Harriet, Burbage B., Fay, Minnie, Carrie, and Lettie. Mr. Mimm has kept a hotel for many years in Kossuth, Pa., and built the present hotel, which is being successfully carried on by his son, B.B. Mimm.

Mitchell, George, East Brady, a merchant of the borough, and a member of the firm of McCafferty & Mitchell, dealers in all leading and desirable dry goods, groceries, etc., was born in Westmoreland county in 1860, and was a son of Thomas and Mary Mitchell, who settled in Clarion county in 1868, and came to the borough in 1879. George Mitchell was manager of the merchandise department of the Pine Run Company from 1879 to 1883, was manager for a coal mining company for two years, and formed his present business connections in 1886.

Mitchell, Thomas, East Brady, was born in Lancastershire, England, in 1830, and was a son of Wilson and Martha Mitchell. Thomas emigrated to and settled in Schuylkill county in 1854, and was married in 1855 to Mary Ann High, of Schuylkill county. They had a family of eleven children, nine of whom are now living. Mr. Mitchell enlisted in Company C, Fourteenth Pennsylvania Cavalry, and served to the close of the war. Mr. Mitchell, on settling here, became engaged in the coal mining interest. He settled in Clarion county in 1870 as superintendent of the Pittsburgh Mining Company, and in 1880 formed the firm of J.B. Stephens and Thomas Mitchell, and developed the Pine Run Coal Mine, giving employment to from 125 to 150 men. He was elected burgess of the borough for the third time in 1886.

Mohney, Adam B., West Millville p.o., Redbank, postmaster of the borough, and harness manufacturer, was born in Armstrong county, Pa., in 1857, and settled in the borough in 1882, and was married the same year to Flora C. Walker. They have had one child – Delwin Dalford. Adam B. Mohney is a son of Benjamin and Sarah Ann (Miller) Mohney. Adam B. was a teacher for three years, and was appointed postmaster of the borough in 1885.

Mohney, Adam T., West Millville p.o., Millville, was born in Redbank township in 1847, and was married in 1871 to Lydia Zimmerman, who was born in Jefferson county in 1852. They have had four children – Foster M., Cora E., Minnie A., and Rebecca D. Adam T. is now school director and town auditor. He was a son of John and Sophia (Yost) Mohney. Sophia was born in Philadelphia in 1821, and John was born in Redbank in 1814. They were married in 1844, and had a family of ten children, eight of whom are now living – Adam T., Jonathan, Lewis, William, Crisy Ann, Clara and Emma (twins), and Rebecca. The paternal grandfather, Adam Mohney, and his wife, Susannah Shirey, were born in Pennsylvania. He was born in Northampton county, and came to Redbank with his parents about 1810. His wife was born in Butler county.

Mohney, Lewis S., West Millville p.o., Millville, was born in Redbank township in 1824, and was married in 1848 to Rebecca Shick, who was born in Clarion county in 1826. They had a family of ten children, seven of whom are now living – Jacob, Dr. Adam M., William, Fred, Christ S., Lizzie, and Charles. Lewis S. in early life was engaged in farming, but in 1861 he entered the mercantile business, from which he retired in 1868, and in 1869 erected his present hotel, where he now resides. He was a son of Adam, jr., and Susanna (Shirey) Mohney. Susanna was born in Butler county, and died in 1842, and Adam, jr., was born in Northampton county, and died in 1832. Adam was a son of Adam, Sr., who settled in Redbank with a family of eleven children and purchased eleven hundred acres, giving to each of his eleven children one hundred acres.

Mong, George W., Monroe p.o., Beaver, was born in Paint township on October 24, 1832, and died on April 17, 1883. His parents were Michael and Polly (Miller) Mong, who came from Westmoreland county to Clarion county in 1822. He was married on April 5, 1860, to Elizabeth J. Neely, a daughter of John and Mary (Berlin) Neely. George W. had two children – J.L., born November 22, 1862, is a farmer, and owns 110 acres; and Maggie J.

Mong, Henry J., Kossuth p.o., Ashland, was born in 1827. Until the age of twenty-one he remained with his parents, helped to clear his father’s farm in the summer, and in the winter season worked at the furnaces, of which there were thirty-two in blast at that time. At the age of twenty-two he commenced to deal in live stock of all kinds, and drove them east to Union, Dauphin, and Reading counties. He was married in 1855 to Mary J. Sanders, a daughter of Peter and Catherine (Fetthoff) Sanders, of Salem, Pa. They have had a family of nine children – Irvin F., Frances E., Clara C., Hattie, Alice, Calvin H., John, Jacob, and Harry. Henry J. was the first (huckster) produce peddler to the once famous Oil Creek excitement, following this occupation for ten years, also farming at the same time. He first settled at Monroeville, remaining there for a year or two, then moving to Richland township, Venango county, Pa., remaining there for a few years. He moved to his present place of residence in 1865. For the past eighteen years he has been engaged in the mercantile business and farming, and is now one of the principal farmers of Ashland.

Mong, Mahlon, Fern p.o., Ashland, is a farmer and merchant, and was born in Elk township on October 11, 1838. He was a son of Henry and Sarah (Burket) Mong. His paternal grandfather was Henry Mong, a pioneer of Ashland. Three of his children were pioneers of this county, Henry, John, and Samuel. Of these, Henry settled in Elk township, cleared and improved a farm, and later removed to Beaver and died there. His children were David, Elizabeth, Peter, Margaret, Nancy, Myron, John, Samuel, Sarah, and Mahlon. Mahlon married Emma Stearns, a daughter of John and Mary (Wentling) Stearns. They have had ten children – Sarah, Melissa, Clara A., John, Ellen, Ida, Minnie, Etta, Maggie, and Willis.

Morgan, John S., St. Petersburg p.o., Richland, was born in South Wales on December 12, 1816, and came with his wife and one child to Pittsburgh, Pa., on July 3, 1841, and from there went to Brady’s Bend, Armstrong county, and then came to St. Petersburg, Clarion county, where he has since resided. He is now engaged in the production of oil. His wife was Ann Thomas, of South Wales, to whom he was married on November 18, 1839, and they now have a family of six children – Morgan, Mary Ann, wife of David E. Mull, of this county; John, Thomas, Tillie, and William M., broker in petroleum at Oil City, Pa.

Morgan, Morgan, Foxburg p.o., Richland, was born at Brady’s Bend, Armstrong county, Pa., on August 23, 1844, and came to Foxburg, Clarion county, Pa., in June, 1859. He is superintendent of the Fox farms, and is also engaged in the production of oil. His parents were John S. and Ann Morgan, of St. Petersburg, Pa. Morgan Morgan was married on September 24, 1868, to Mary Farr, of Philadelphia. They have had a family of three children born to them – Anna E., Sarah M., and Albert M.

Moore, O.G., Knox p.o., Edenburg, was born in Wellesboro, Tioga county, Pa., on October 20, 1850, and came to Clarion county in 1872. He is a surgeon dentist. His parents were Henry N. and Phoebe T. (Dart) Moore, natives of Tioga county, Pa. He was married on December 31, 1877, to Emma E. Trainer, a daughter of John and Catherine (Burnham) Trainer, of Strattonville, Clarion county. They have had three children – Alice L., Freda T., and Mary J.

Moore, William M., New Bethlehem, was born in Armstrong county, Pa., on September 20, 1835. He was a son of Nathan and Margaret (Jimeson) Moore. Margaret was born in Clarion county, Pa., and her husband was born in Londonderry, Ireland, in 1805, and settled in Clarion county, Pa., in 1838. His wife, died in 1844. They had a family of five children, four of whom are now living – William M., Eliza J., James, John N. William M., and James enlisted from Rock Island, Ill., in October, 1862, in the 14th Illinois Cavalry, and were discharged on July 31, 1865. John enlisted from Armstrong county, Pa. William M. Moore was married in 1867 to Lucetta Conger, of Clarion county, Pa.. They have had a family of six children – Laura C., Eliza V., Mary E., Horace A., Ralph S., and John B. Mr. Moore has been engaged in the house, sign, and ornamental painting business since 1853.

Mull, O.J., Monroe p.o., Beaver, was born in Richland township, Venango county, on July 12, 1855, and came to Clarion county in 1869. He is a farmer and oil producer, and now owns seventy acres of land. His parents were Abraham and Hannah (Gilger) Mull, natives of Northumberland county. He was married on June 10, 1880, to Emma J. Heeter, a daughter of George and Susannah (Neely) Heeter, of Beaver township. They have had three children – George H., Henry H., and one unnamed.

Murray, C.A., Freedom p.o., Perry, was born on October 4, 1841, and was a son of David and Elizabeth (Wilson) Murray. He married Jane Fox, of Clarion county, Pa. They had a family of ten children, nine of whom are now living – James H., Etta L., Ida A., Orrin A., Amelia B., Emory C., Clarissa J., George M., and Harvey G. Mr. Murray is an enterprising farmer.

Murray, David (deceased), West Freedom p.o., Perry, was born in Clarion county in 1810, and married Elizabeth Wilson. They had a family of ten children, five of whom are now living – Charles, Thomas, Louis A., Cornelius, and Mary. Mr. Murray was a much respected farmer and died in March, 1886.

Myers, Daniel E., Fisher p.o., Mill Creek, a son of Andrew and Susan (Shoup) Myers, was born in Clarion county in 1859, and was married in 1880 to Anna Grudy. They have had two children – William J., and Bessie L. Daniel E. is now engaged in farming, and owns 117 acres. His father was born in 1830 and married in 1858. He enlisted in Company G, Eighty-second Pennsylvania Infantry, and died in 1879.

Myers, Joseph, Blair’s Corners p.o., Beaver, was born at Myer’s Mills, Pa., on October 23, 1819, and is proprietor of the Myers grist and saw-mills. His grandfather was Henry Myers, who came from Hartford county, Md., to Clarion county, Pa., in 1807, and built this mill in 1817, and the one on Clarion River, below Alum Rock, in 1811. Joseph Myers was a son of Henry and Nancy (Burns) Myers. He was married on November 1, 1843, to Susannah Dunkle, a daughter of Daniel and Margaret (Dice) Dunkle, of Franklin county, Pa. They had a family of five children born to them – Margaret, wife of A.J. Dearolph; Emily, wife of John D. Block; Jacob H., George W., and James H.

Myers, Stephen D. (deceased), West Monterey p.o., Perry, was a son of Abner and Barbara A. (Eaby) Myers, and was born in Clarion county in 1837. In early life he worked at the tanning business. He enlisted in 1861 in the Eighth Pennsylvania Reserves, and was promoted to sergeant, served three years and was discharged. He was married in 1866 to Henrietta M. Mobley. They had a family of three children – John E. (deceased), Mollie B. (deceased), and William P. In 1868 Mr. Myers built the Callensburg tannery, which he successfully conducted up to the time of his death, which occurred on November 13, 1879. Mr. Myers still continues the business.

Neely, Major Cyrus, Blair’s Corners p.o., Beaver, was born where he now resides, on April 24, 1827. He is engaged in farming, and owns a farm of 135 acres. He is also assessor of his town at the present time (1886). His parents were John and Mary Ann (Berlin) Neely, who were natives of Westmoreland county. He was married on May 20, 1850, to Mary Ann Shaffer, a daughter of Charles and Salome (Shaner) Shaffer, of Lehigh county. They have had a family of six children – Calvin Bigler, Eliza J. (wife of J.M. Mung), William Douglas, Sarah S. (wife of D.U. Kline), Cora E., and John C.

Neely, Isaac, Alum Rock p.o., Richland, was born on the farm he now occupies, on September 18, 1818, and now owns one hundred and forty acres. He is also engaged in oil producing. He has been county auditor and commissioner. His parents were Captain Henry and Barbara (Fry) Neely, who came to this county about 1808. Captain Neely was in the War of 1812. Isaac Neely was married on January 10, 1844, to Elizabeth Miller, of Northampton county, Pa. They have had a family of eight children born to them – Henry H., now a farmer; Alfred M., a merchant; William B., oil producer; Lydia J., wife of Harvey Potts; James C., a merchant; Hulda W., wife of Daniel Galey, of Perry township; Louie H., and Arthur W., a clerk.

Neely, Israel, Turkey City p.o., Beaver, a farmer, owning 180 acres, was born in Westmoreland county on March 13, 1821, and came with his parents, John and Mary Ann (Berlin) Neely, to this township about 1822. He was married on October 4, 1842, to Rachel Linderman, a daughter of Richard and Christine (Buchu) Linderman, of Berks county. Israel and Rachel had a family of seven children – Alfred M. (deceased), M.M. (married Fred Donaldson, both are now deceased), R.T. (deceased), Samantha J. (now Mrs. P.F. Will), E.J., George H., Rachel Frances (wife of Clemmons P. Knight).

Neely, Major John, Monroe p.o., Beaver, was born at Blair’s Corners, where he now resides, on April 24, 1827; is a farmer, and now owns and occupies a farm of one hundred and thirty-five acres. He is now assessor of his town. His parents were John and Mary Ann (Berlin) Neely, natives of Westmoreland county, Pa. Cyrus Neely was married on May 20, 1850, to Mary Ann Shaffer, a daughter of Charles and Salome (Shaner) Shaffer, of Lehigh county, Pa. They have six children – Calvin Bigler, Eliza J. (wife of J.M. Mung), William Douglass, Sarah S. (wife of D.U. Kline), Cora E., and John C.

Neely Brothers, Alum Rock p.o., Richland, are general merchants and oil producers. J.C. was born in this township on September 19, 1857, and was appointed postmaster in 1886. A.M. was born in the town of Richland on April 23, 1849. He has been a teacher, and was elected to the Assembly in 1882, and re-e1ected in 1884. His parents were Isaac and Elizabeth (Miller) Neely, natives of this town. A.M. was married on December 23, 1875, to Clara Grable, a daughter of James and Rose (Seigworth) Grable, old settlers in Fryburg, Pa. They have had a family of four children – Bertha M., Lizzie R., Effie N., and Annie I.

Neeley, J.R., Knox p.o., Beaver, was born in Luthersburg, Clearfield county, Pa., on January 15, 1856, and came to Clarion county, Pa., in 1881. He is a tinsmith, and is now councilman of the borough. His parents were Samuel and Mary (Hamilton) Neeley, of Luthersburg, Pa. Mr. Neeley was killed in the late war. J.R. Neeley was married on October 20, 1881, to Lizzie M. Childs, a daughter of Edmund and Annie (Myers) Childs, of Lykens, Dauphin county, Pa. They have one child – R.E. Neeley.

Newhouse, Henry, Fisher p.o., Mill Creek, was a son of George and Mary M. (Hyst) Newhouse, and was born in Westmoreland county in 1846 and came to Clarion county in 1846, and was married in 1863 to Margaret McBride. He was, early in life, engaged in farming and lumbering, and now owns seventy-six acres of land. His father was born in Westmoreland county in 1803, and died in 1883. His mother was born in 1804, and died in 1870. His brothers Samuel and John served in the late War of the Rebellion.

O’Donnel, Charles, New Bethlehem, owner and proprietor of the leading borough hotel, was born in Butler county in 1830, and was married in 1859 to Mary Jane Brady, of Butler county. They had nine children, five are now living – Rose, Evelyn, Arthur J., Katherine B., Hugh B. and Fred. Charles O’Donnel was a son of Arthur and Margary J. (Duffy) O’Donnel, natives of Dauphin county, who at an early day moved to Butler county where they resided up to the time of their deaths. Mary J. was a daughter of Hugh, and Catherine (Downey) Brady. Mr. O’Donnel settled in Clarion county m 1848 as a carpenter and builder, and followed different branches and enterprises up to 1869, when he erected his present hotel, where he still presides.

O’Donnel, John D., New Bethlehem, was born in Clearfield township, Butler county, on October 21, 1828, and was married in 1862 to Mary A. Space, of Clarion county, who died in 1873, leaving a family of five children, all of whom are now living – G.S., E.A., Annie L., F.S., and Mary E. He then married his second wife, Catherine Hagans, of Pittsburgh, in 1879. He was county coroner one term, and has held all of the borough offices, and has always been an active worker in the interests of the Democratic party. He settled in Clarion county in 1858. With several changes of occupation he became engaged in the mercantile business in 1873. He was a son of Arthur and Margary J. (Duffy) O’Donnel, who were born in Dauphin county, who late in life moved to Clearfield, Butler county, where they died. John D. has been one of the most energetic business men of the place, and doing what he could for the improvement of the place, and taken an active part in all affairs concerning the town.

Orr, Robert, Knox p.o., Edenburg, was born in County Tyrone, Ireland, on March 20, 1833, and came to Canada with his parents, Charles and Eliza (Crickmiles) Orr, in 1837, and to the United States in 1851, and to Clarion county in 1870. He is now the proprietor of the Edenburg House, on State street. He was married on October 6, 1860, to Samantha Raymond, a daughter of William and Mary L. (Leman) Raymond, of Canada, and now of Petrolia. They have had one child – Emma J.

Owens, Amos Williams, Venus, Venango county, p.o., Washington, was born at the place now known as Strattonville on August 19, 1812. He was the second of eleven children born to Andrew and Elizabeth Owens, one of the earliest pioneer families of the county. The early life of Amos was spent on the farm; when old enough he learned the carpenter’s trade at which he worked for many years. He was married in 1842 to Margaret Henlen. Mr. Owens is a self made man and is in comfortable circumstances. For eighteen years he was proprietor of the hotel at Lineville, and was postmaster there several years; was county commissioner in 1848—49, and also in 1850. Prior to 1850 Mr. Owens was a Democrat, but since the formation of the Republican party has followed its fortunes. He is trustee and licensed exhorter of the M.E. Church, and has now retired from active life.

Palmer, J.M., Phillipston p.o., East Brady, a general merchant, ticket, freight and depot agent of the A.V.R.R. and also agent for Adams Express, at Phillipston, was born at Lapier, Mich., January 31, 1854, and was a son of Joel and Susan (Merritt) Palmer, who were born in Vermont. J.M. was married in 1884 to Emme E. Pritner, of Clarion county. They have had one child – Bessie. Emma was a daughter of Henry C. Pritner. Joel M. Palmer was born in 1804 and died in 1879, leaving a widow and three children – Diantha, J.M. and Susan J. J.M. settled in Clarion county in 1883, and embarked in the mercantile business at Phillipston in 1884.

Panton, James W., Foxbury p.o., Richland, was born in Aberdeen, Scotland, on December 24, 1839, and came to the United States in 1862, and in 1870 he settled in Clarion county, Pa. He is a farmer and oil producer, and a member of the firm of Edwards & Co., oil well tool manufacturers. His parents were William and Jane (Taylor) Panton. James M. Panton was married in 1874, to Isabella Watson, a daughter of Alexander and Susan (Robb) Watson, of Aberdeen, Scotland. James M. has a family of five children – Edwin A., William J., Nellie, Clyde C., and Allen H.

Patterson, J.I., Knox p.o., Edenburg, is a druggist on Main street, and councilman of the borough. He was born in Freeport, Armstrong county, on July 14, 1856, and came to Clarion county in January, 1878. His parents were J.A. and Elizabeth (Hill) Patterson, of Armstrong county. He was married on September 27, 1883, to Laura J. Forker, a daughter of John L. and Rebecca (Reed) Forker, of Edenburg.

Payne, Thomas Jefferson, Tylersburg p.o., Farmington, was born at Norwich, Chenango county, N.Y., on May 16, 1839, and was the eleventh child born to William and Lydia Payne. Thomas lived at home until twenty years of age, after which he learned the wagon making trade. He married Lodena L., a daughter of Asa Lewis, of Triangle, Broome county, N.Y. They came to Warren county about 1865, where they lived for one year, after which they came to Clarion county. During his residence here Mr. Payne has been one of the prominent business men of the county. He is an extensive lumberman, and has oil interests elsewhere. He has been a successful, self made business man and is now one of the firm of Payne & Green, leading merchants of Tylersburg. In the year 1885 Mr. Payne suffered a severe loss in the death of his beloved wife. In political life he is a strong Democrat. He is a devoted member of the M.E. Church, and at present is superintendent of the Sabbath school.

Pierce, Isaac, West Freedom p.o., Perry, was born in Chester county in 1838, and settled in Clarion county in 1867. He was married in 18 – to Matilda Wise. They had a family of eight children – John W., Louie, Anna L., Joseph C., Neton K., Franklin J., Jesse A., and Marshall Burton. Isaac enlisted in 1861 in the Second Delaware Infantry and was discharged in 1864. His father, Joseph S., married Priscilla Hoops. They had a family of eleven children, ten of whom are now living. Joseph S. died in 1886, and his wife in 1885.

Phillips, Benjamin Wilson, Lickingsville p.o., Washington, was born in Porter township, Clarion county, on August 18, 1855, and was one of the children of George V. and Katharine F. Phillips. His early life was spent on the farm and at school. For two years he worked in a store. He read medicine with Dr. Wick, at New Bethlehem, and afterwards attended lecture courses at the Jefferson Medical College at Philadelphia, and also at the Cleveland Medical College, and was graduated in 1876. After graduating he settled for two years in Salem, Armstrong county, and in 1878 he came to Lickingsville to practice medicine and surgery. Here he became acquainted with and married Elizabeth K. Gilbert. They have had three children. One girl is dead, and two boys are now living. Dr. Phillips is a thoroughly energetic man, and has, by his own diligence, made himself the successful practitioner he now is.

Phipps, Harmon, Valley p.o., Ashland, is a farmer, and was born in Ashland township on August 7, 1841. He was a son of Nathan and Christina (Ghost) Phipps. His paternal grandfather was Nathan Phipps, Sr., who settled in Ashland about 1805 and cleared and improved the farm which is now occupied by Harmon. His children were John, Anna, Nathan, James, Marshall, Eli, Samuel, Elijah, Elizabeth, and Polly. His wife was Elizabeth Updegraff. Nathan, jr., was born and lived and died on the old homestead. His children were Elizabeth, John, Harmon, Keturah, Mary J., Craft, Susan, and Tervilla. Harmon now occupies the old homestead on which he was born and reared. He was married in 1876 to Harriet Berlin, a daughter of George N. and Susan (Cook) Berlin.

Phipps, Valentine, Shippensville p.o., Elk, was born in Ashland township on January 8, 1838, and was a son of Elijah and Elizabeth (Cook) Phipps. His paternal grandfather, Nathan Phipps, was a pioneer of Ashland township. Valentine was brought up in the county, and served in the late War of the Rebellion, enlisting as second lieutenant in Company E, Tenth Pennsylvania Reserves, in April, 1861; was promoted to first lieutenant on November 12, 1861, and to captain on August 1, 1862; to major by brevet in 1865 for gallant services in the Wilderness campaign, and was honorably discharged at the expiration of his service. He was married in 1867 to Ada Shaffer, a daughter of Jacob and Mary A., (Camp) Shaffer, of Shippensville. Valentine and Ada have three children – Emma E., Jacob W., and Mary E.

Platt, W.G., Fisher p.o., Mill Creek, superintendent of the Eldorado saw-mill and boat-building yards, also owner of sixteen acres of land in Clarion county, was a son of Alexander Platt, who enlisted in Company H, One Hundred and Third Pennsylvania Volunteers, and died while in the army. His mother was Mary (Walters) Platt. He was married in 1882 to Jennie Yarger. They have had two children – Ollie Maud and Nellie Carell.

Pollock, George Knox, Pollock p.o., Perry, a son of Thomas and Eleanor (Knox) Pollock, was born on March 24, 1826, and married April 6, 1854, to Rachel J. Longwell. They had a family of four children – Theresa F., born April 1, 1855, and married J.W. Kerr; William W., born August 25, 1856; Robert H., born June 20, 1858; and Josie S., born August 6, 1863. George Knox Pollock is now engaged in farming, and occupies a farm of two hundred and twenty-five acres. He has held the office of school director, and also that of supervisor.

Pollock, James, Pollock p.o., Perry, was a son of Thomas and Margaret (Fruit) Pollock, and grandson of Charles Pollock, and was born in Clarion county, Pa., in 1813. He was married on July 30, 1842, to Elizabeth Stewart. He is a ruling elder in the Presbyterian Church, and was commissioned justice of the peace by Governor Pollock on March 13, 1855, for a term of five years. He was the first postmaster at Pollock p.o., and served for a term of two years, 1869 and 1870. He now has eight oil wells on his farm of seventy-five acres, three of which are producing. His children were as follows: A son born in 1843, and lived but two days; Thomas, born September 5, 1844; Nancy Jane, born March 2, 1847; James Montgomery, born September 15, 1849; Mary Elizabeth, born November 2, 1851; Samuel Stewart, born June 19, 1855, died August 18, 1861; and Margaret Ann, born January 2, 1861.

Pollock, Samuel G., Pollock p.o., Perry, a son of Charles and Caroline (Richards) Pollock, was born in Clarion county on May 23, 1857, and was married in 1883 to Eliza McFarland, of Clarion county, who was a daughter of William and Mary A. McFarland. They have had one child – C. Leslie. Mr. Pollock is now engaged in farming and the oil business.

Porter, Andrew Jackson, Scotch Hill p.o., Farmington, was born in Richland township, Clarion county, Pa., on May 22, 1817. He was one of the family of ten children of Joseph M. and Janette Porter, pioneers of the county. In 1827 the family came to the neighborhood of Scotch Hill. Andrew J. Porter became engaged in lumbering with his father, and upon the death of the latter succeeded to the business, which he has ever since conducted. When about thirty years old he married Nancy Porter. They had but one child. His wife lived only four years. In 1877 he married Mrs. Emily A. Elgin, by whom he also had one child. Mr. Porter is a plain but substantial business man, whose success in life has been achieved by hard work. In politics he has taken no active part, but adheres to the Democratic principles.

Potter, Adam, Fisher p.o., Mill Creek, son of Adam and Barbara (Palmer) Potter, was born in Centre county, Pa., in 1817, and settled in Clarion county, Pa., in 1822; married Rebecca J. Thompson, a daughter of Samuel Thompson. He is engaged in lumbering and farming, living on his present farm of 134 acres since 1849. He has held the office of constable for eighteen years, and has held most all of township offices. He enlisted in 1861 in Company F, Sixty-third Pennsylvania Volunteers, was wounded at the battle of Gettysburg, taken prisoner at Fair Oaks, and served his full time. He now receives a pension.

Rankin, James Lemon, Catfish p.o., East Brady, was born in the town of Madison, Pa., in 1843, and was married in 1867 to Sarah E. London. They have had a family of five children – William E., Harry G., Charles M., John B., and Ralph A. James L. enlisted in 1862 in Company E, Sixty-second Pennsylvania Volunteers, and was discharged at the close of the war. His two brothers also enlisted and served to the close of the war, when they were discharged. James was a son of William W. and Mary (Mortimer) Rankin. Mary died in 1875, and her husband William, who was born in 1819, died in 1883, leaving three sons and one daughter – Joseph L., James M., George W., and Elizabeth Jane. William W. Rankin was a son of Joseph and Elizabeth Rankin, who came from Ireland, and were early settlers in Clarion county, Pa. But two of their children are now living – J.B. and Rachel.

Rarer, A.J., Callensburg p.o., Licking, was a son of Daniel and Margaret (Slack) Rarer, and was born in Mifflin county, Pa., July 17, 1824. He was married in 1846 to Elizabeth McIntyre, who was born in Centre county, Pa., in 1827. They have had a family of eleven children – Lawrence C. (died at the age of eight years), Mary Isabel (Payne), George E., Elizabeth W. (Betch), Sarah A. (Klingensmith), Nancy E. (Mays), Margaret (deceased), John C., Johanna, Henrietta M., and one who died in infancy. Mr. Rarer is a wagon-maker by trade, a business which he has followed all his life. He has held most all of the borough offices, and is now burgess, an office which he has held for three terms. His father, Daniel Rarer, was born in 1790 and died in 1862. He had a family of twelve children, eight of whom are now living.

One of the oldest families who settled in Clarion county was that of Christian and Susannah (Shafer) Rhodes, who came here about the year 1786. They had a family of ten children. Susannah died and Christian married Elizabeth Nulf and they had three children, the second child being Abraham, who was married in 1839 to Jane Shaffner. They had a family of nine children, six of whom are now living – Solomon C., Susannah, James, Levi, Martha V., and Mary V. (twins). Abraham was born in Limestone in 1818, and died on August 25, 1884. He was born and died on the old homestead farm. Jeremiah enlisted in 1861, and was wounded and died at the battle of Gettysburg. Solomon C. enlisted in the Fourteenth, and served three years. Levi was a son of Abraham and Jane Rhodes, and was married on February 6, 1879, to Sarah McKillip, a daughter of Archie McKillip. They have had four children – Esther Jane, Otis Earl, Emmet C., and Lillian O. Levi now owns and occupies the old homestead farm of one hundred acres.

Rickenbrode, John M., Fryburg p.o., Washington, was born in what is now Clarion, formerly Venango county, Pa., November 21, 1824. His estimable wife, Barbara Kapp, was born on May 30, 1828. They were married April 20, 1848. Their children were E.G., Ellen H., Alice M., Rosa E., and Ida A. John M. Rickenbrode was brought up and always lived on a farm, and his life as a farmer has been remarkably successful. He commenced life a poor boy, working on the farm during season, cutting wood during the winter, and at the cobbler’s bench during evenings. By earnest, patient toil, he has amassed a fortune. He is a prominent member of the Lutheran Church.

Rickenbrode, Samuel Davidson, Venus p.o., Washington, the youngest of the children of John and Sophie Rickenbrode, was born in Washington township, Pa., on May 27, 1845. Until he was sixteen years old he stayed at home on the farm. He then spent four years in the oil region, after which he went into the lumber woods of Michigan. In 1865 he returned to his home. This same year he married Callie M. Amsler. They have had a family of three children, only two of whom are now living. Mr. Rickenbrode is a substantial farmer, owning one hundred and forty-five acres known as the Solomon Dale farm. The family are earnest members of the Evangelical Association. In politics Mr. Rickenbrode is a Republican.

Rimer, David A., Rimersburg, a leading farmer of Rimersburg, Pa., was born in Northampton county, Pa., at Mount Bethel, in 1815. He was a son of Jacob and Elizabeth (Hilyard) Rimer, who came to Clarion county and settled in Toby in 1815. They had a family of three sons and one daughter. Jacob was a tailor by trade, and died at the age of seventy-eight years. After settling in Toby, they had five children, making a family of eight in all, four of whom are now living – Christopher, David A., Susan, and Mary Ann. David was married in 1840 to Susan Newell, a daughter of Robert Newell. She died the same year that she was married. He then married for his second wife Mary Patton in 1854. They have had a family of eight children – John T.C., Alva, Patton, Harry McWilliams, David E., Edward Sharard, Mary E., Maggie A. John T.C. was a graduate of Worcester College, and also was graduated from the Baltimore Medical College in 1880, and is practicing in Curllsville, Clarion county. David A. Rimer held the commission of major. He has filled many responsible positions, and has been guardian for several families, and is an active man in church enterprise and county affairs.

Royce, Charles N., Phillipston p.o., East Brady, was appointed superintendent of the Penn Green Line Car Shop and Transportation Company in 1874. He was born in Orwell, Addison county, Vermont, in 1847, and was a son of Nathan and Percis M. Royce. Nathan died in Clymer, N.Y., in November, 1878, leaving a widow who was born in 1813 and seven children. Charles N. was married in 1876 to Mamie Arnold, of Kittanning, Armstrong county. They have one son, Charles Arnold, born in 1878. Mr. Royce has served the town as justice of the peace for ten years, was a supervisor and a member of the school board.

Rutherford, George, Fisher p.o., Mill Creek, was born in Westmoreland county in 1829, and came to Clarion county in 1832. He was married in 1863 to Margaret Rifenbusick. They have had three children – John G., William L., and James E.G. George has been assessor for a number of years, was elected justice of the peace in 1882, has also been a school director, and overseer of the poor. He is now engaged in farming. His father was born in Scotland, and came to America in 1825 and married Mary McMillen. His brother, John G., enlisted in One hundred and Forty-ninth Pennsylvania Volunteers, and was killed at the battle of the Wilderness.

Ryan, Thomas, Alum Rock p.o., Licking, a son of Patrick, who was born in Ireland in 1818, and married in 1845 to Margaret Clancy, and emigrated to America in 1848. They had a family of ten children, four of whom are now living – Patrick (deceased), Michael (deceased), Bridget (deceased), John, Mary, Annie, Thomas, Catherine (deceased), Margaret (deceased), and one who died in infancy. Thomas Ryan is a young and enterprising farmer, and occupies a farm of twenty acres.

Scheffer, Rev. John A., Allentown p.o., Salem, was born in Beaver City, Clarion county, on June 17, 1846, and is a minister of the Lutheran Church, a graduate from Muhlenburg College, Allentown, in 1872. He was also graduated from the Lutheran Theological Seminary of Philadelphia in 1875. In 1872 he took the degree of A.B., and in 1875 received the degree of M.A. For nine years he was a missionary in Nova Scotia, and is now missionary pastor in Allentown. His parents were William and Percilla (Kribbs) Scheffer, of Salem township. His wife was S.E. Seibert, to whom he was married on June 5, 1883.

Scheffer, Samuel S., Lamartine p.o., Salem, was born in Salem township on December 2, 1849. He is a farmer, and owns a farm of fifty-six acres. His parents were William and Percilla (Kribbs) Scheffer, of Salem, who came to Clarion county in 1822. Samuel S. was married on December 7, 1876, to Olive A. De Turk, who was born on December 6, 1856, a daughter of John and Lydia (Rossman) De Turk, who came from Berks county about 1836. They have had three children – Bernice A., born December 13, 1878; Emma D., born September 9, 1880; Orpah H., July 23, 1883.

Scheffer, William, Lamartine p.o., Salem, was born in the township of Hempfield on May 26, 1819. His grandfather, John Adam Scheffer, was a native of Germany, and was born in 1751, and died in 1840. He was a soldier in the Revolutionary War. His parents were John and Barbara (Best) Scheffer, who came to Clarion county in 1822. John died in 1863, at the age of seventy-nine years, and his wife, Barbara, died in 1874, at the age of eighty-three years. William was married on October 22, 1844, to Priscilla Kribbs, a daughter of Christian and Maria S. (Gudekunst) Kribbs. They have seven children now living – Rev. John A., of Allentown, George E., Samuel S., Christian K., William M., Rev. Nathaniel, of Saxonburg, Butler county, Araminta C., wife of John L. Altman, of Lyons, Rice county, Kan.

Seigworth, Anthony L., Scotch Hill, p.o., Farmington, was born in Pine Grove township, Venango county, Pa., on January 1, 1826. He was one of the children of John D. Seigworth, the pioneer who came there in 1817. Anthony was raised on a farm near Fryburg, where his early life was spent. At the age of twenty-two years he purchased an interest in the Licking Furnace, but misfortune overtook the business and the works were sold by a sheriff in 1850. Mr. Seigworth married Eliza Moore, who bore him ten children, seven of whom are living. After his unfortunate investment in the furnace Mr. Seigworth began farming, at which he has been fairly successful. Recently however he has engaged in the mercantile business at Scotch Hill, in company with other well-known gentlemen. Since the formation of the Republican party Mr. Seigworth has supported its nominees.

Seigwarth, George Mahle, Lickingsville p.o., Farmington, was born in Stark county, O., on August 27, 1827. Although not christened with a middle name, he has adopted the name of Mahle in honor of his mother’s family surname. George M. Seigwarth is a direct descendant of the pioneer family of Seigwarth’s who first settled in Washington township, Pa. His first business venture was in connection with the old Licking Furnace, and each of the several persons interested were financially broken. But George M., who was then a young man, took the property and succeeded in saving a part, at least, of his investment. By careful management he has acquired a competence, and made each of his children a handsome present in property. George M. Seigwarth married Rosina Bower. They have had ten children.

Seigwarth, John, Fryburg p.o., Washington, was one of the older children of George Seigwarth, who came to Washington in 1817, and was one of the original pioneer families. John married Rosina, a daughter of Christian Henlen, also a member of the first three families. The children born to this marriage were John, Katharine, Mary, Rosina, Elizabeth, Anthony L., Margaret, Jacob, David, Clara, and Nancy. Of these eleven children, Elizabeth, Anthony L., David, and Clara are the only ones now living. David married Mary E., a daughter of Justus Mahle. They had a family of seven children. David Seigwarth was raised on the farm, and his early training has made him one of the best farmers in the township. He is one of the leading members of the Lutheran Church.

Seigwarth, Solomon, Lickingsville p.o., Washington, was born on July 28, 1833, in this township, and was the son of John G. and Mary K.E. (Mahl) Seigwarth, a member of one of the first families of the town. The father engaged in farming and also worked at the iron furnace, where Solomon obtained his first knowledge in practical business life. Upon the early training he has thus got he has built and enlarged until he is to-day one of the most successful and wealthy of Washington’s native sons. He was married in June, 1861, to Ann E. Deaner. They have had a family of six children. About 1864 Mr. Seigwarth became engaged in the mercantile business at Lickingsville, a business which he still carries on, besides large farm interests, the result of close application to business. He is superintendent of the Evangelist Association Sunday-school and one of the trustees of the society. He has also contributed largely toward defraying the expenses of building and maintaining the church. His father, John G., died in 1871.

Shanar, J.L., Knox p.o., Edenburg, was born in Rockland, Venango county, Pa., on October 13, 1846, and came to Clarion county in 1871. He is a dealer in jewelry, pianos, and organs, on Main street. His parents are Mathias and Jane (Stewart) Shanar, of Clarion county. J.L. Shanar was married on October 30, 1872, to Hannah J. Storey, a daughter of Alexander and Juliette (Campbell) Storey, of Petrolia, Butler county, Pa. They have one child – Charles R. Shanar.

Shallenberger, F.L., Callensburg p.o., a son of John L. and Melinda (McConaughy) Shallenberger, was born in Westmoreland county, Pa., in 1855. In 1878 he settled with his father in Clarion county, and there became engaged as a clerk in a store. In 1881 he embarked in the mercantile business for himself and opened a general store at Callensburg under the firm name of W.A. Hindman & Co. He was married in 1882 to Ida M. Over, of Clarion county. They have had one child – John O. Mr. Shallenberger has held the office of town treasurer, and is now councilman. His father, John L., was born in Westmoreland county, Pa., in 1829, and his mother was born in 1830.

Sheaffer, S. Taylor, Redbank, the superintendent of the Northwestern Coal and Iron Company, and the Fairmount Coal and Iron Company, and iron companies located in Redbank township, was born in Cumberland county in 1846, and was a son of George and Ann E. (Grissinger) Sheaffer. Ann E. was born in York county, and her husband in Cumberland county. He died in 1880 at the age of sixty-seven years, leaving a widow and one son – S. Taylor. They had a family of three children. The father, one son, and one daughter died within a space of thirty days from a fever. S. Taylor Sheaffer was married in 1874 to Alice M. Fleming, a daughter of Wilson Fleming, of Boiling Springs, Cumberland county. They have had three children – Frank B., Jessie A., and Virginia May. S. Taylor was reared on the farm and fitted for business life. From 1863 to 1870 he was engaged in teaching, and in the service of the government at Washington. In 1870 he became book-keeper, was then assistant manager, and in 1876 was made manager of the Antietam Iron Works near Sharpsburg, Md., and in 1881 was appointed chief book-keeper of the Coleman estate, known as R.W. Coleman’s Heirs & Co., at Cornwall, Lebanon county, and in 1882 transferred his interest to the superintendency of his present charge.

Sherry, John W., Church p.o., Beaver, was born where he now resides on April 3, 1826. He is a farmer and owns a farm of forty-two acres, and is also interested in the production of oil. He has been overseer of the poor of the town. His parents were William and Polly (Best) Sherry. The Best family settled here in 1804 and the Sherry family in 1806, both being early pioneer families in the county. John W. was married on June 15, 1848 to Hannah Huber, of Venango county. They have six children now living – William H., Samuel, John F., Catharine, Christine, Elizabeth (now the wife of James Courson).

Sheatz, John, Shippensville p.o., Elk, is a farmer, and was born in Centre county on April 10, 1822, and was a son of Eli and Eva (Kahl) Sheatz, who settled in Elk in 1833, and cleared and improved the farm which is now occupied by John. Their children were John, Henry, Eli, Eve, Jacob, William, Samuel, and David. John now occupies the old homestead. He worked at the blacksmith trade for thirty-three years. He was married in 1843 to Margaret, a daughter of Major John and Christena (Hosterman) Camp, of Shippensville. They have had seven children – Sapora, Emma, Curtis, Irben, Eldorado D., Lizzie S., and Celestia.

Shick, Valentine, West Millville p.o., Millville, was born in Northampton county, Pa., on February 13, 1807, and was a son of Christian and Margaret (Miller) Shick, of Northampton county, Pa., who were married in 1805. Margaret died in 1817. They had a family of four children, two of whom are now living – Valentine and Christian. Christian married for his second wife Elizabeth Winebog. They had a family of three children, two of whom are now living—Jacob and John. The parents settled in Redbank, Pa., in 1820, where they died. Valentine Shick was married in 1828 to Martha Hufman, who was born in 1810. She died in October, 1883. They had a family of eleven children, nine of whom are now living, all are married and have families. Four of his sons enlisted and served in the war.

Shindledecker, jr., Adam, West Millville p.o., Millville, was born in the town of Redbank on October 9, 1838, and was married on February 2, 1857, to Catharine Rader, who was born in Redbank on March 24, 1842. They have had eight children, seven of whom are now living – Utilla (born in 1858), Sarah (born in 1860), Adam Ira (born in 1862), Eliza (born in 1866), John (born in 1868), Emma (born in 1870), Labana (born in 1873), and Cora (born in 1877). Catharine was a daughter of George Rader. Adam enlisted in Company C, Seventy-eighth P.V., on August 28, 1862, and was discharged in 1865, at the close of the war. He was wounded and now receives a pension. He was a son of Adam and Utilla (Fike) Shindledecker, who were born and married in Germany, and came to America in 1828, and settled in Redbank. Adam was born in 1807 and his wife in 1810. They had a family of nine sons and four daughters. Three sons enlisted and served in the late war. They were Adam, Valentine and John. Catharine was a daughter of George Rader, who died in February, 1859, and his wife in 1851. They left a family of eight children, four of whom are now living – Catharine, Sarah, John and Isaac. Isaac enlisted in Company C, Seventy-eighth Regiment, and served four years, enlisting in August, 1861.

Shirey, William, Lamartine p.o., Salem, was born in Richland township, Pa., on August 23, 1833. He is a farmer, and owns and occupies a farm of eighty acres. His parents were Samuel and Sarah (Johnson) Shirey, who came from Berks county to Clarion county in 1833. William Shirey was married on April 30, 1857, to Susannah Wetzel, a daughter of Henry and Dolly (Wentling) Wetzel, who settled here from Berks county, Pa., in 1838. They have had a family of eight children born to them – Samuel H., Aaron R., Emma A. (now the wife of Lewis Fillgrove), Sarah E., Clara S., Annie C., Luetta V., and Arminta M.

Shively, George W., Fern p.o., Ashland, is a farmer, and was born in Union county on November 15, 1819, and was a son of Christian and Sarah (Steese) Shively, who settled in Ashland in 1841. Their children, of whom five are now living, are George, Susan, Thomas, John, and Robert. His paternal grandfather, George Shively, was a pioneer of Union county, and a soldier in the Revolutionary War. George was married to Sarah Mong, a daughter of Jacob and Elizabeth (Miller) Mong, of Ashland. George and Sarah have had six children – Milton, Loretta, Jacob, Benjamin W., Lincoln, and John. Mr. Shively is a prominent farmer, and a member of the German Baptist Church.

Shoemaker, George G., Knox p.o., Edenburg borough, Beaver, was born at McAllisterville, Juniata county, Pa., on March 25, 1856, and came to Clarion county, Pa., in 1876. He is a practicing physician and surgeon, and a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania. His parents are James S. and Mary A. (Giering) Shoemaker, of Lehigh county, Pa. He was married on March 23, 1879, to Mary C. Longnaker, a daughter of Solomon and Margaret (Shakely) Longnaker, of Salem, Pa. They have two children – John A. and Robert J.

Shoup, Jonathan, West Freedom p.o., Perry, was born in Armstrong county in 1805, and has been twice married. His first wife was Miss Hagan. They had a family of nine children, five of whom are now living. He married for his second wife Sarah Dunkle. They have had four children; three are now living. Mr. Shoup in early years was interested in the lumber business, and cleared a large tract of land besides his present farm of one hundred and twenty acres.

Silvis, William H., New Bethlehem, was born in Red Bank township on July 27, 1838, and was a son of Conrad and Anna (Noll) Silvis. Anna was born in Armstrong county, and her husband Conrad was born in Westmoreland county in 1803, and died in December, 1876, leaving a widow and ten children – Amos, Joseph M., Isaac, Jeremiah, Simon T., Daniel, Lydia, Eve, and Mary Anne. Four sons enlisted – James, Joseph, William H., and Jeremiah. William enlisted in Company C, Seventy-eighth Pennsylvania Volunteers, in August, 1861, and served for three years; Jeremiah enlisted in the same company and served to the close of the war; Amos was in the same company and regiment, and Joseph was drafted in 1865. Conrad was a son of David Silvis, one of the first settlers from Westmoreland county. William H. Silvis commenced the business of manufacturing wagons in 1854, and opened his shop in 1865. He was married that same year (1865) to Mary C. Mohney, who was born on October 10, 1848, and was a daughter of ‘Squire David and Elizabeth Mohney. William and Mary have had six children – Alice R., Merritt A., Manola J., Heber B., Clyde M., and Blanche Clare.

Sloan, Porter M., Elk City p.o., Elk, is a farmer and was born on the farm where he now resides on August 9, 1838. He was a son of John and Margaret (Addleman) Sloan, who settled in Elk in 1819, chartered and improved the farm which is now owned and occupied by their son, Porter M. Their children were Andrew, Sarah A., Samuel, Eliza, Mahala, John H., Margaret J., and Porter M. Porter M. was married in 1869 to Priscilla Wedekind. They have had a family of four children – Elgan S., Charles, Archie, and Regina. Priscilla was a daughter of Charles and Margaret (Hahn) Wedekind, of Elk township, Pa.

Smiley, A.W., Foxburg p.o., Richland, was born near Union City, Erie county, on July 16, 1843. He was superintendent of the Mutual Pipe Line, which was the first pipe line built in Clarion county, and is now buyer for the Standard Oil Company, with headquarters at Knox. He represented Clarion county in the Legislature, having been elected member of assembly on November 2, 1886. His parents are John and Rachel (Wilson) Smiley, of Erie county. He was married on October 30, 1866, to Ella Mead, a daughter of the Rev. O.L. and Ellen (Judson) Mead, of the Methodist Church of the Erie conference. A.W. has one child – Roger M.

Smith Brothers, Knox p.o., Edenburg, are machinists and oil-tool manufacturers, and are also engaged in the oil producing business. They have business places at Edenburg, Rouseville, Venango county. A.J. is the manager at Edenburg. His parents were John and Mary (Gillespie) Smith, of Hamilton, Canada, and came from Canada to the United States and to Clarion county in 1870. A.J. was married on September 6, 1876, to Lillie Forster, a daughter of Mathew W., and Hannah R. (Butts) Forster, of Hamilton, Canada. He is now councilman of the borough.

Smith, S.K.R., West Freedom p.o., Perry, the leading and enterprising merchant of West Freedom, was born in Clarion county in 1851, and worked in the lumber and oil business from the age of twelve years until 1880, when he embarked in the mercantile business. He was appointed postmaster in 1884, a position which he now occupies. He was married in 1874 to Anna M. McClure, of Clarion county. They had a family of six children – M.J. Zora, W.H. McClure, Joseph Lowery, James Keller Lincoln, Barbara Violet, and Benjamin Delo. Mr. Smith’s father, William M., was born in Butler county, Pa., in 1818, and settled in Clarion county in 1846. He was twice married. His first wife was Miss Moore, and his second wife was Sarah Logue. They had a family of fourteen children, four of whom are now living.

Smith, Benjamin F., Rimersburg p.o., East Brady, proprietor and owner of the central livery and exchange stable at Rimersburg; was born at East Windsor, Conn., on October 12, 1829, and was a son of Albert and Sarah Smith. Benjamin F. was married in 1852 to Harriet Lain, a daughter of James and Jane Lain. Benjamin F. and Harriet have had four children, two of whom are now living – Frank and Hattie. Mr. Smith settled in Pennsylvania in 1868, coming to East Brady in 1870, where he established his present livery business in 1875.

Smith, Jacob Heck, Tylersburg p.o., Farmington, was born on April 5, 1826. He was the sixth child of the family of Jacob and Mary Smith, who came to this county soon after the year 1820. Jacob, sr., died in 1869, and his wife, Mary, the year following. The family came to Farmington in 1840. At the age of twenty-five years Jacob H. married Catharine Ruth, a daughter of Silas and Jane Everhart. There were no children born to this marriage, but they have adopted three children from other families. Jacob Smith is a self made man. He commenced life a poor boy, but by energy and thrift has acquired a competence. As a lumberman and farmer he has been successful. For six years he has been engaged in the mercantile business at Tylersburg. In politics Mr. Smith is a staunch Democrat.

Snively, John, Kossuth p.o., Ashland, is a farmer, and was born in Germany on October 7, 1816. He was a son of Jacob and Catherine (Weber) Snively, who settled in Ashland in 1850, and cleared and improved a farm upon which they resided up to the time of their deaths. They had a family of six children – John, Mary, Jacob, Elizabeth, Catharine, and Frederick. John was married to Catherine J., a daughter of Peter and Elizabeth Weber, of Allegheny county, Pa.

Snyder, D.A., Lamartine p.o., Salem was born where he now resides on February 9, 1850; is a farmer and owns 100 acres. His parents were Marmon and Mary E. (Knight) Snyder. Mr. Snyder came from Clinton county about 1841, and died in 1871. Mrs. Snyder was born in this county. Clara Laughner was a daughter of Barney and Catharine (McCalmont) Laughner. D.A. and Clara have had a family of five children:  – Edna M., Laura K., Inez M., Arthur B., and Perm E.

Snyder, J.G., Church p.o., Beaver, was born in Weltenberg, Germany, on March 10, 1837, and came to the United States and Clarion county in 1854. He enlisted on August 11, 1862, in Co. B, 83d Pennsylvania Volunteers, and served during the war and was discharged on July 10, 1865. He is engaged in farming, and owns fifty-seven acres; is also interested in the production of oil. His parents were John and Rachel (Stagmeyer) Snyder, of Germany, who came to this country in 1852. J.G. was married twice. His first wife was Mary M. Best, to whom he was married on October 18, 1861. They had a family of two children – Emma and Mary R., now the wife of Jacob Kunche. His second wife was Florence I. Ferris, to whom he was married on May 18, 1878. They have had a family of three children – Nettie N., Eva L., Norah and John E. Florence was a daughter of Israel and Jane Ferris.

Spencer, Dr. George W., Callensburg p.o., Licking, was a son of John and Susan (Fogell) Spencer, and was born in Hampshire county, Pa., in 1842; was brought up until reaching manhood in Harrison county, W. Va. He commenced the study of medicine in 1859, and was graduated from the Eclectic College of Cincinnati in 1868, and from the Cincinnati College of Medicine and Surgery in 1872, and from the medical department of the University of Maryland, at Baltimore, in 1876, and after that settled in Clarion county in 1865, some hundred dollars in debt, but is now estimated to be worth some thirty thousand dollars, and owns three hundred acres in Piney township, and fourteen lots in Callensburg. He was married in 1866 to Mary E. Wilson, a daughter of Robert M. Wilson. They have had one child – Leslie R., born in 1871.

Steiner, Daniel, Scotch Hill p.o. The family of John G. and Mary (Frey) Steiner, natives of Germany, came to Farmington, about the year 1830. Their children were Samuel, Henry, Daniel, Godfrey, John, Susan, Lida and Jacob, the last two of whom are now deceased. Daniel, the third child, was born in Farmington on October 19, 1838, and until reaching the age of sixteen years resided at home on the farm. He then worked out for ten years. At the age of twenty-five years he married Jane Rice, by whom he had ten children. Daniel Steiner has been a successful business man, having started life with no capital whatever. For several years he was engaged in the mercantile business at Scotch Hill, but recently sold his interest. Although not active in politics he is a consistent Republican. The family are members of the M.E. Church.

Stephenson, James B., East Brady, was a son of Daniel H. and R.H. Stephenson, and was born on January 29, 1844, at Rancocas, Burlington county, N.J., and was educated at Bellefontaine, O., and Philadelphia, Pa. He settled in Clarion county in 1870, and became engaged in the coal business as superintendent of the Pittsburgh Coal and Mining Company, and in 1874 went to Mahoning as superintendent for the Mahoning Coal Company, and remained in that capacity until 1879. During all this time he was a diligent student of the coal business in all its departments. The knowledge thus gained culminated in his forming the present firm of Stephenson & Mitchell, and developing the celebrated Pine Run mine, which is considered one of the best coal mines in western Pennsylvania, giving employment to one hundred and fifty men and producing 100,000 tons of coal annually. He was married in 1871 to Kate G. Cowell, of Doylestown. They have two children living, viz.: Willie C., and Harry L., aged respectively fourteen and seven years. He was elected burgess of East Brady in 1880. His mother died in 1883, leaving two children – Mary C., and James B. His twin brother, John, having enlisted from Ohio in the 132d Regiment, died from fever while in the service of the army. His mother also left two children by a former marriage.

Sterner, John J., Monroeville p.o., Beaver, was born in Monroeville on September 29, 1842. He enlisted in Co. F, 98th Pennsylvania Volunteers, and was discharged in June, 1865. He was a son of Henry and Sarah (Moyer) Sterner, who were early settlers in Pennsylvania. John J. was married on December 26, 1869, to Susan Beck, a daughter of John and Amanda (Powell) Beck, of Beaver township, Pa. They have five children now, living – Sarah A., Francis C., Charles E., Minnie L., Florence S.

Stitt, William, Toby p.o, Rimersburg, a general and leading farmer of Toby, Pa., was born in Toby in 1818. He was a son of James and Elizabeth (Anderson) Stitt. Elizabeth was born in Centre county, Pa., in 1791, and her husband, James, was born in Armstrong county, Pa., in 1787, and died in 1820, leaving a widow and five children, three of whom are now living – Ada, William, and James. Elizabeth, the mother, died in 1871. Two of the children, John and Elizabeth, both died leaving families. James was drafted in the War of 1812—14, and after his death his widow drew a pension. William Stitt was married in 1884 to Elizabeth Pollock, who was born in Perry, Pa., in 1823. They had a family of eight children, three sons and five daughters. Elizabeth was a daughter of John and Addie (Corson) Anderson, who settled in this county in 1803. Elizabeth (Pollock) Stitt was a daughter of Thomas and Helen (Knox) Pollock. They had a family of seventeen children, eight of whom are now living.

Stopp, ‘Squire William, Rimersburg p.o., was born in Northampton county in 1823, and was a son of Daniel and Catherine (Flick) Stopp, who settled in Madison, where Catharine died in 1832. They had a family of six children, four of whom are now living. Daniel was an early blacksmith, and served as a justice of the peace from 1847 until the time of his death in 1879. He was born on April 22, 1797. He retained a register of almanacs and valuable notes from 1832 to the time of his death. William was married in 1846 to Mary Benninger, of Madison. They had a family of six children – David, James, Susan C., Norman, Margaret Jane, and George. William served as a justice from 1872 to 1877, and from 1877 to 1882, and was elected in 1882 for a term of five years. He was an early farmer and has been engaged in blacksmithing since 1848.

Stover, C.G.W., Callensburg p.o., Licking, was a son of Samuel and Sarah (Hawser) Stover, and was born in Venango county, on January 18, 1833, and came to Clarion county in 1844. He has been twice married. His first wife was Rebecca A. Cox, who died on May 11, 1873. They had a family of seven children, six of whom are living – Warren C., Thomas E., Lottie M., George W., Nelson and Rebecca A. He was married the second time in February, 1875, to Mary E. Keister. They have had five children – Grace L., Waldo, Samuel G., Mary G., and Maud D., all of whom are now living. Mr. Stover enlisted in August, 1861, in Company A, One Hundred and Third Pennsylvania Regiment, re-enlisted in 1864, was taken prisoner on April 20, 1864, at Plymouth, N.C.; was in Andersonville prison for almost nine months. He commenced the building of boats in 1869, and built the saw-mill which he now owns and runs in 1885 or 1886, on the Clarion River.

Strotman, Amos A., Valley p.o., Ashland, is a farmer and was born in Elk township, Pa, on March 1, 1852, and was a son of William and Lavina (Dahle) Strotman. He was reared in Elk, and settled in Ashland in 1878, and cleared and improved the farm which he now occupies. He was married in 1878 to Lizzie, a daughter of John and Catharine (Horn) Rogue, of Venango county. They have had two children – Perry M., and Hattie E.

Strotman, William, Valley p.o., Elk, is a farmer, and was born in Hanover, Germany, on December 22, 1823. He was a son of Conrad and Charlotte (Wherman) Strotman, who settled in Elk township in 1833, on what is now known as the Timmerman farm, where they died. They had two children, William and Louisa. William Strotman settled on the farm which he now occupies in 1846, and cleared and improved the same. He was married in 1845 to Lovina Dahle. They have had ten children, seven of whom are now living – William, Henry, Amos, Jane, Mary A., Samuel and Edward. Lovina was a daughter of Jacob and Sarah Dahle.

Stroup, R.F., Fisher p.o., Mill Creek; one of the young and thrifty farmers of Mill Creek, and owning a farm of 100 acres, was born in Clarion county in 1860. He was married in 1884 to Annie L. Wing. They have had one child, Philip Shirly (deceased). His father, W.L. Stroup, was born in 1826, and married Sarah Jane Teats, who was born in 1831. W.L. Stroup enlisted in 1861 in Company H, One Hundred and Third Pennsylvania Volunteers, was taken prisoner at Plymouth, N.C., and died at Andersonville prison.

Summerville, John F., M.D., Monroe p.o., Beaver, was born in Porter township on January 17, 1857, and is now a practicing physician at Monroeville, and a graduate of the University of Michigan on June 30, 1881. His parents were J.A. and Laura (Sage) .Summerville, formerly of Armstrong county. John F. was married on December 21, 1880, to Hannah J. Moore, a daughter of John and Hannah (Reed) Moore, of Ann Arbor, Mich. They have had two children – Ford M. and Maud L.

Summerville, J.A., Catfish p.o., East Brady, was born near Kittanning, Armstrong county, in 1883, and was a son of John and Catharine (Ferguson) Summerville, and a grandson of James Summerville and Sarah Scott. The grandfather came from Ireland and settled in Fayette county where he married Sarah Scott. From there he moved west of the Allegheny River into Armstrong county in 1795, where he resided until the time of his death, which occurred in 1854. His wife died in 1827. Joseph A. was married in 1856 to Laura Sage, of Armstrong county. She died in 1876, leaving a family of six children – John F., William J., Thompson B., Joel E., Mary A., Maggie C. He then married his second wife, Mary C. Scott, in 1877. They had five children- Viola, Annie L., Forrest B., Roy Scott, and Denny. Joseph A. settled in Clarion county in 1856, and commenced business life as a teacher. He fitted himself for a physician and then chose farming as an occupation, and is now engaged in that enterprise and surveying, and is a very prominent man in his county.

Switzer, Samuel, Knox p.o., Beaver, was born in Clarion county, Pa., where he now resides, on May 21, 1835. He is a farmer and now owns a farm of ninety acres. His parents were Jacob and Susannah (Swab) Switzer. Mr. Switzer came from Germany to the United States about 1801. Samuel Switzer was married in May, 1866, to Mary Johnson, a daughter of Peter and Christina (Hale) Johnson. They have had eight children – Matilda, James E., Clara, Lissetta, Calvin, Florence E., Albert, and Elmer.

Sybert, J., West Monterey p.o., Perry, was born in Armstrong county, Pa., in 1833. He was married in 1856 to Mary J. Coe. They had a family of eleven children – Albert W., Oliver P., Daniel E., Edward M., Samuel C., Harry A., Merton A., Oscar J., Florence M., Adella H., Inez Cora (who died in infancy). He bought the Mineral Ridge store in October, 1883. He is now one of the most successful business men of the borough, and was appointed postmaster in 1885. His father, Sebastian Sybert, was born in 1800, and married Mary A. Truby, who was born in 1808. He was a carpenter by trade, and died in 1866. Henry Sybert, his grandfather, was a soldier in the War of 1812.

Thompson, Daniel M., Shippensville p.o., Elk, is a farmer, and was born in Huntington county on September 6, 1829. He was a son of William and Sarah (Moby) Thompson, who settled in Elk, in 1834. They had a family of eight children who grew to maturity – Polly, Daniel M., Julia A., Eliza, Harriet, Almira, Rachel and Denton, who was killed at the battle of Gettysburg. Daniel M. Thompson was married in 1865 to Caroline Hazlett. They have had seven children – Joanna, Amanda O., Laura L., Mary L., Imelda F., Miles E., and Theodore S. Mrs. Thompson died on December 18, 1885. She was a daughter of Theodore Hazlett, of Venango county.

Thompson, William, Scotch Hill p.o., Farmington, the fifth of eleven children, sons and daughters of Samuel and Mary Thompson, was born in Clarion township on May 2, 1818. The family were among the early pioneers of the county. At the age of twenty-one years, William started out in life and went to lumbering and boat-building on the Clarion River. He was married in 1847 to Lavina Confer, and in the following year came to Farmington township, where his parents had settled nearly twenty years earlier. William and Lavina had a family of eleven children, seven of whom are now living. William Thompson is a highly respected citizen, a kind parent and an honest man. In business he has been fairly successful, but the duties of farm work now devolve upon his children. He is of Scotch-Irish descent. He is a firm Democrat, and for three years he was one of the county auditors.

Toy, Samuel, Foxburg p.o., Richland, was born in County Cornwall, England, August 20, 1836, and came to the United States in 1870, and in 1871 settled in Foxburg. He is a general merchant, farmer, and oil producer. His parents were Samuel and Mary (Winn) Toy, of Cornwall, England. Samuel was married on December 5, 1818, to Mary Wearne, of England. They have had ten children – Peter, Samuel, Alexander, James Wearne, John Clemont, Mary, Eliza Jane, Emily Catherine, Edith Angelina, and Charles Henry.

Truitt, Seth C., Truittsburg p.o., Millville, a general merchant of Truittsburg, was born in Armstrong county in 1842, and was a son of G.W. and Nancy Truitt. Seth settled in Red Bank township in 1867, and became engaged in the mercantile business under the firm name of A.G. Truitt & Brother. A.G. died on February 2, 1885, and Seth C. became his successor and sole proprietor of the business. He was appointed postmaster on February 21, 1878, and has held that position since the organization of the office at this place. He was married in 1864 to Mary Caroline Spangler, of Armstrong county. They have had four children – Oceola T., Emry C., Edward Totton, and Ansley Hoyt. Mary C. was a daughter of Michael and Barbara Spangler. A.G. Truitt enlisted in 1864 in Company D, Fourteenth Pennsylvania Cavalry, under General Sheridan, and served to the close of the war. He was a justice of the peace of Truittsburg, which place was named in honor of the brothers. G.W. Truitt was born in Armstrong county in 1818, and Nancy in 1813. They had a family of three sons – Seth C., A.G., and Ness M. Both parents are now living in Armstrong county.

Verner, J.W., East Brady, merchant tailor and dealer in ready-made clothing and gents’ furnishing goods, and employing from thirty to forty hands, was born in Indiana county, O., in 1840, and settled in East Brady in 1866, and built his store, fifty by twenty feet, and his business has grown until now he occupies a store one hundred and five by sixty-five feet. His customers extend over many hundreds of miles. He was married in 1878 to Jemima Deavers, of East Liverpool, O. They have two children – Rose and Daisy. J.W. was a son of Gibson and Elizabeth (Gray) Verner. His time has been devoted to his business, and his efforts have been crowned with success.

Wagner, John, New Bethlehem, was born in Germany in 1834, and was married in 1859 to Christina Fisher. They have had twelve children – John,jr., Frederick, Conrad, Margaret, George, Lizzie, Henry, Nicholas, James, Lanie. John Wagner emigrated to America in 1859 with his father, his mother having died in Germany in 1856. They had seven children, six of whom are now living – John, George, Frederick, Conrad, Catharine, and Elizabeth. The father, Casper, was born in 1798 and died in 1877. John purchased his present farm, consisting of one hundred and sixteen acres in 1864, and settled upon it in 1865.

Wahl, John Peter, East Brady, was born in the kingdom of Prussia, on the Rhine, Germany, in 1832, and in 1854 emigrated to and settled in Kittanning, Armstrong county, in his painting and decorating business. He was married in 1856 to Anna Margaret Loeffert, who was born in 1830. They have had three sons – Peter, Fred J., and Frank C. Mr. Wahl settled at Brady’s Bend in 1864, in the employ of the iron company, and in 1870 purchased and erected his present residence and settled at East Brady, and became engaged in the painting business with his two sons, Fred J., and Frank C.

Walker, Isaac W., Rimersburg, was born in Allegheny county in 1831, and was a son of Samuel and Martha (Gott) Walker, of Allegheny county, where Samuel died. Martha died in Ohio. Isaac was married in 1851 to Lavina Beaver. They have three children and one adopted daughter – Elizabeth, William H., Susan E., and Mary M. Isaac W. settled in Clarion county in 1849, and came to Rimersburg in 1853, and became engaged in the manufacture of harness, a business in which he still continues. Lavina was a daughter of ‘Squire Henry and Susannah (Groseus) Beaver, of Blair county, where Henry died in 1842, leaving a widow and six children, who came to Clarion county in 1844. Susannah died in 1874, aged eighty-one years. Hon. Henry Beaver was a man of fine education, was a member of Congress, and for two terms was a State senator. Samuel Walker served in the Mexican War under General Scott, and was also in the War of the Rebellion, serving under Colonel Black.

Walker, James L., West Millville p.o., Red Bank, was born in Westmoreland county, Pa., in 1837, and was married in 1864 to Eliza R. Kirkpatrick, of Dayton, Pa. They have had a family of six children – Flora C., Edward V., Annetta Marion, Robert Kirkpatrick, Leslie, and Merrill Clinton. Eliza was a daughter of William Kirkpatrick. James L. Walker settled in Millville, Pa., in 1865, and erected his tannery. He purchased his present farm of one hundred and thirty-six acres in 1880. He has also been engaged in the manufacture of harness for several years. James L. was a son of Robert and Jane Walker. Jane was born in Westmoreland county, Pa., in 1815, and her husband was born in Ireland in 1809. They were married in 1834, and settled in Armstrong county in 1849, where they now reside with a family of seven children. One son, Joseph, enlisted, served in the late war, and lost a limb, for which he now receives a pension. Robert came from Ireland with his parents, John and Nancy Walker, in 1825. Three of their children are now living – Robert, John, and Jane.

Walters, Daniel P., Newmansville p.o., Washington, was one of the earliest settlers in the north part of the town, having come here prior to 1830. The family camped in the woods until a log house could be erected. In the family were several children – Samuel, David, Daniel, Susannah, and George, all of whom are now deceased. George, the youngest, married Rebecca Bowman. They had a family of four children – Daniel, Mary E., Susan C., and Elmer S. The original Walters tract comprised 1,000 acres, bounded on the north by the south line of Forest county. Daniel, the pioneer, gave each of his children one hundred acres. At an early age the name of Walters was prominent in town affairs, but by death and removals they have become divided and scattered.

Walker, Dr. Robert A., West Monterey p.o., Perry, was born in Armstrong county, Pa., in 1854. His boyhood days were spent on his father’s farm. He was graduated from the Wooster University at Cleveland, O., in 1876, and settled in West Monterey, Pa., in 1877, where he has since resided, and established a large and lucrative practice. He was married in 1880 to Ella Carson, of Clarion county, Pa. They have had one child – Byron. His father, Robert Walker, was born in Ireland in 1809, and came to America (with his father John, who was a staunch follower of Robert Emmet, was threatened with arrest for expressing his opinions, to avoid which he came to America). Robert married Jane Porter, of Connecticut.

Wallace, Dr. R.S., East Brady, was born in Armstrong county in 1832, and was a son of Dr. S.S. and Martha (Craig) Wallace. Dr. R.S. received an academic education and studied medicine with his father, and was graduated from the Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia in 1855, and settled in the practice of his profession with his father at Brady’s Bend. At the death of his father, in 1870, he took charge of the business until 1872, when he removed to East Brady, where he settled in the practice of his profession, and became engaged in a general drug and prescription business under the firm name of Drs. R.S. and J.A. Wallace. Dr. R.S. became sole proprietor in 1880. He was married in 1859 to Adda Newlon, of Clarion county. They have had two daughters – Cora and Amie. Dr. S.S. Wallace was born in 1801 and died in 1870, leaving a widow and six children.

Walters, Susan, Callensburg p.o., Licking, was born in Berks county on January 9, 1829, and was married on February 27, 1845, to Samuel Walters (deceased), who was a son of Daniel Walters. Mrs. Walters has been a resident of Clarion county for forty-five years.

Warnick, William A., New Maysville p.o., Redbank, an extensive farmer, and cattle grower and dealer, was born in Ireland in 1833, and was a son of John and Elizabeth Warnick. Elizabeth died in Ireland in 1845. Her maiden name was Alcorn. John, with his family of six children, emigrated to America in 1846 and settled in the town of Redbank, Pa. The children were Mary, William, Martha, George, John, and Ann. The father married for his second wife Elizabeth Moore. They had one child – Nancy Peoples. John, Sr., who was born in 1801 in the County Donegal, Ireland, died in 1878. George and John, jr., enlisted, John in Company I, Sixty-second Regiment, and George in the One Hundred and Fifth Regiment, Pennsylvania Volunteers. William A. was married in February, 1859, to Mary Ann Yeany. They have a family of ten children, nine sons and one daughter – Elizabeth Ann, John W., Alfred C., Robert W., Andrew J., Edward M., McCurdy C., James A., Grant R., and Ola Blaine. John, jr., was a graduate from the State Normal School at Edinboro, Pa., and also from the Commercial College at Titusville. Mary was a daughter of John and Elizabeth (Swartz) Yeany.

Watson, David, Scotch Hill p.o., Farmington, was born in Franklin county, Pa., in the year 1780. Margaret Boyd, his wife, was born in Ireland and came to this country with her parents. They were married at Highland Furnace on June 15, 1824, and came to Scotch Hill that same year. Their children were Eliza, David B., Betsey, and one child who died in infancy. David Watson died on December 17, 1863, and his wife Margaret died on November 25, 1830. David B. was born on August 16, 1827. In June, 1851, he married Helen Rutherford, who bore him nine children, six of whom are now living. Mr. Watson has been a lumberman, merchant, and farmer, and has been successful in each. He has been a justice of the peace for several years, having been twice elected to that office. Prior to 1856 he was a Democrat, but after that changed to the Republican. Latterly, however, he has had a strong tendency toward the Greenback party.

Weaver, Charles, Fryburg p.o., Washington, was born in Washington township on December 15,1832. He is the fourth child of a family of seven children born to Sebastian and Mary (Greenwalt) Weaver, one of the early settlers of this place. His life was spent on the farm until 1865, when he became a farmer. At the age of twenty-five years he married Sarah A. Brandon, a daughter of Samuel Brandon. They have had ten children. Mr. Weaver was elected judge of the county in 1882, and has faithfully served his constituents in that office ever since. He is a self-made man, having no early advantages, but has built for himself a comfortable home, and owns an excellent farm of 125 acres. He was brought up in the Catholic faith.

Weaver, Conrad, Shippensville p.o., Elk, is a farmer, and was born in Washington township, Pa., on March 1, 1834. He was a son of Charles and Elizabeth (Aaron) Weaver. His paternal grandfather, Anthony Weaver, was a pioneer of Washington, and his maternal grandfather, Joseph Aaron, was a pioneer of Redbank, Pa. Charles Weaver had a family of three children – Conrad, Joseph, and Jacob. Conrad settled in Elk, Pa., in 1861. His first wife was Ellen Lineman, a daughter of Edward Lineman. They had two children – William and Elizabeth. His second wife was Mary Rapp, a daughter of Jacob Rapp. They had four children – Mena, Anna, Maggie, and Anthony. He was married the third time to Margaret Colhepp, a daughter of Peter Colhepp. They have had a family of seven children – Emma, John, James, Flora, Peter, Albert, and Josephine.

Weiser, Jacob, Tylersburg p.o., Farmington, the seventh of ten children of Jacob and Mary Weiser, was born in Mifflin county, Pa., on December 5, 1817. In the year 1827 the family moved to Armstrong county, Pa. At the age of twenty-three years Jacob was married to Mary Ann Kuntz. They had a family of ten children, eight of whom are now living. In 1854 Jacob and his family came to Farmington township, Pa., where they have since resided, and where, by honesty and industry, Mr. Weiser has acquired an enviable position among his fellow citizens. Although not an active political worker he takes considerable interest in township affairs, and is a staunch Democrat. In church life he is a member of the Evangelical Lutheran Church, and was formerly deacon and elder of the society. Mr. Weiser died on the 24th of October, 1886.

Welty, R.F., New Maysville p.o., Millville, a general merchant and postmaster of New Maysville, was born in Westmoreland county in 1849, and settled in Clarion county August 4, 1885, and was appointed postmaster in April, 1886. He was married on October 10, 1878, to Annie E. Mechling, who was born in Westmoreland county in 1857. They have had three children – Josiah M., born November 28, 1880; Clarissa May, born November 6, 1884; and Catherine E., born May 12, 1882. Annie was a daughter of J.J. and Catherine Mechling. The grandfather, George Mechling, and his wife, Elizabeth Mechling, of the same name, but of no relation, both highly esteemed, lived to a good old age. The grandfather, Adam Tinsman, died at a good old age, respected by all who knew him. The grandmother, Annie Overholt, is yet living, at the advanced age of eighty years, and few of the young women of to-day can do the neat needle-work which she now does. The children of J.J. and Catherine Mechling are George W., Annie F., Adam Q., Hattie K., Orange Judd, Allie W., and Fidelia, who died at the age of nine months. Robert France Welty was a son of Daniel and Barbara (Bierer) Welty, who were born in Westmoreland county, he in 1806 and died in 1874, his wife having died in 1853. They had a family of twelve children, ten of whom are now living. William B., enlisted in Company C, First Pennsylvania Regiment, in 1861, and was killed at the battle of Antietam. The ten children now living are John H., Daniel, jr., Frank S., Thomas J., Robert F., Lizzie C., Jennie B., Annie B., Sue M., and Clarissa. Frederick died at the age of nine months. The grandfather, Henry Welty, settled in Westmoreland county with his wife, Elizabeth Welty, and a family of twelve children. He died at the age of seventy-six years. His grandfather, Frederick Bierer, came from Wurtemburg, Germany, and also settled in Westmoreland county, and died in 1850. His wife, Elizabeth (Lafferty) Bierer, lived to the age of ninety years. They had a family of ten children.

Weter, L.C., Monroe p.o., Beaver, was born in Salem township on August 15, 1851, and is an oil producer. His parents were Henry and Fannie (Fry) Weter, of Salem. He was married on July 4, 1872, to Mary Weter, a daughter of Levi and Viana (Switzer) Weter, of St. Petersburg. They had two children – Myrtle Belle and Charles Edward.

Wetter, George, Fisher p.o., Mill Creek, a son of Christopher and Elizabeth (Buhn) Wetter. He was born in Germany in 1815, and came to America in 1836. He enlisted in 1837 for the Florida war, and served under Colonel Lawson. He settled in Clarion county in 1843, and was married in 1850 to Sarah Pierce, of Clarion county. They have had a family of six children – Jane E., Mary E., Sarah E., Alice B., George B., Mc. (deceased), and one who died in infancy. Mr. Wetter is a farmer, and now owns a farm of one hundred and twenty acres.

Whitehill, G.W., Church p.o., Beaver township, was a son of David and Rachel (Callihan) Whitehill, and was born in Clarion county in 1844. His wife was Maria B. Hugus, a daughter of Henry and Mary Hugus. They had a family of three children – Cora Lillian, Blanche Virginia, and David Henry. Mr. Whitehill enlisted in 1863 in the First Battalion Pennsylvania Cavalry and served his full time. He is now engaged in saw-milling, lumbering, and farming, owning in all about fifty-five acres.

Whitehill, B.C., Fisher p.o., Mill Creek, was a son of Barton and May (Allison) Whitehill, and was born in Clarion county in 1850. He was married in 1878 to Sarah E. Davis, a daughter of William Davis, of Mill Creek. They have had a family of five children – Mary E., William D., Harry C., Effie J., and Bessie (deceased). Mr. Whitehill is a farmer, and owns a farm of sixty-eight acres. He now holds the office of collector, and is on his second term as constable. His maternal grandfather, Robert Allison, was a soldier in the War of 1812.

Whitling, Edward, Lamartine p.o., Salem, a druggist of Salem, Pa., was born in Salem township, Clarion county, Pa., on July 15, 1839. He enlisted in Company E, 78th Pennsylvania Volunteers on August 19, 1861, served for over three years, and was discharged on November 4, 1864. He was in General Sherman’s army, and in his victorious march to Atlanta. He was appointed postmaster in 1874 and held that office for twelve years. He was a son of Frederick and Catherine (Ritts) Whitling. He was married on February 14, 1865, to Elizabeth Bushey, who was born in Venango county, Pa., and was a daughter of Samuel and Catherine (Gardner) Bushey. They had a family of ten children born to them – Alice, Mary, Frank, Cora B., Charles E., Clara, Theresa, Emma, Bertha, and Margie.

Whitling, George, St. Petersburg p.o., Richland, was born in Germany on December, 1820, and came to the United States with his parents, Henry and Dorothy Whitling, in 1828, and came to Clarion county in 1832. George is a farmer, and owns a farm of 180 acres. He has been supervisor several terms; also school director. He was married in December, 1840, to Hattie Imbody, a daughter of Daniel Imbody, of Clarion county. They have had a family of nine children – William D., John H., Daniel, Katie (wife of Samuel Ettenger), Samuel, Edward, Mary, Manda, and Francis.

Whitling, William H., St. Petersburg p.o., Richland, was born in Salem township, Clarion county, Pa., on September 22, 1847, and is a druggist in St. Petersburg. His parents were Frederick and Catherine (Ritts) Whitling. He married Susie Sepler, of St. Petersburg. They have had five children born to them – Sadie C., Mirtie A., Minnie R., Esma, and Stanton T.

Whitmer, Henry, Callensburg p.o., Licking, (deceased), was born in Clarion county in 1822, and was married in 1849 to Rebecca Boyer. They had a family of six children, five of whom are now living – Isaiah (deceased), Mary C., Solomon S., Alvin H., William O., and Bennet. Mr. Whitmer followed the business of farming the greater part of his life, and died in 1876. He was a consistent member of the Lutheran Church. At the time of his death he owned a farm of 102 acres.

Wiant, Rev. Jacob Fair, Monroe p.o., Beaver, was born in Porter township, Pa., on December 17, 1839. His parents were Jacob and Hannah (Mays) Wiant. Mr. Wiant came from Northampton county in 1817, and his wife from Luzerne county in 1823. Rev. J.F. Wiant was married on July 2, to Mary C. McGinnes, a daughter, of Andrew and Catharine (Axer) McGinnes, of Lancaster county. They have three children – Anna C., Henry H., and Sarah E. Rev. J.F. Wiant is a minister of the Reformed Church. He was ordained June 22, 1869, and was pastor of the South Bend charge, Armstrong county, until February, 1876, when he entered the agency of the “Reformed Church Publication Board,” in which capacity he served the church for two years, after which he organized the St. Luke’s Reformed Mission, at Lancaster, Pa., which he served until he was called to the Beaver, Clarion county charge in April, 1880, of which he is now pastor.

Wick, Dr. J. Addison, New Bethlehem, was born in Rockville, Clarion county, Pa., on March 22, 1846. He was a son of Dr. Henry M. and Mary (Foster) Wick, who were born in Armstrong county, Pa. Dr. Henry Wick died on March 15, 1874, leaving a widow, and two children – James A. and Mary E. (now Mrs. Dr. G.H. Wood). Dr. James A. was married in 1878 to Blanche P. Abrams, of Clarion county, Pa. They have had a family of two children  – Helena B. and Henry M. Dr. James A. was graduated from the Jefferson Medical College at Philadelphia in 1870, and settled in New Bethlehem, Pa., in the practice of his profession as physician and surgeon.

Wile, C.S., Blair’s Corners p.o., Beaver, was born in Berks county, Pa., on July 16, 1835. He is a farmer, and owns and occupies a farm of ninety acres. His parents were Charles and Lydia (Cape) Wile, who came to Clarion county, Pa., in 1840. C.S. Wile was married on March 12, 1857, to Catherine Ault, a daughter of Nichols and Magdaline (Bickbract) Ault, of Washington township, Pa. They have had a family of eight children – Isaac, George W., Annie M. (wife of Michael Barns), B.M., Emanuel A., Melissa J., Samuel H., and Francis A.

Wiles, Dr. D.E., Rimersburg, a physician and surgeon of Rimersburg, was born in Petrolia, Butler county, and read medicine with Dr. R.S. Wallace, and graduated from the Jefferson Medical College at Philadelphia in 1884, after which he settled in Rimersburg in the practice of his profession. He was married in 1883 to Ida F. Anderson, a daughter of Watson and Eliza Anderson. D.E. Wiles was a son of Simon and Elizabeth Wiles. Elizabeth died in 1876, leaving a family of six children.

Wilkinson, Thomas, North Pine Grove p.o., Farmington, was born in Lancaster county on April 12, 1834, and was a twin brother to John Wilkinson, and was one of seven children of William and Margaret Wilkinson. At the age of twenty-one years, Thomas married Isabella Black. They had a family of ten children. At an early day the family of William came to Farmington and settled in the east part of the town, where he now resides at an advanced age. Thomas is a successful farmer, having one hundred acres, owned and earned by himself. The family are members of the Roman Catholic Church Society. In political life Thomas has taken an active interest, and is by choice a Democrat, although he has no aspiration for town office.

Wilson, Rev. William J., Callensburg p.o., pastor of the Presbyterian churches of Callensburg, Concord, and Bethesda, was a son of James and Martha Wilson, who emigrated from the north of Ireland in 1844, and settled at Truittsburg, where their third son, William J., was born on November 13, 1844. In 1863 he enlisted with the three months’ militia on the invasion of Pennsylvania, and on February 12, 1864, enlisted in Company D, One Hundred and Fifth Pennsylvania Veteran Volunteers, participated in many engagements, and was present at the surrender of General Lee, was mustered out on July 11, 1865. In September 1865, he entered Westminster College at New Wilmington, Pa. He left college in the fall of 1869, and taught school at Richardville, Jefferson county, until the following spring, when he entered the Iron City Commercial College at Pittsburgh. In the spring of 1871 he opened a select school at New Bethlehem. He was married September 16, 1872, to Alice E. Reid, a daughter of John M. and Caroline Reid, who was born on March 11, 1852. Immediately after marriage they both entered college, she being the first married lady who had matriculated at Westminster. He graduated on June 19, 1873, and the following September entered the Western Theological Seminary at Allegheny City, and in April, 1875, was licensed to preach. He was graduated from the seminary on April 20, 1876, and was ordained by the Presbytery at Kittanning on June 14, 1876, and became pastor of the churches of Union and Midway. On November 21, 1877, their son Charles Reid was born. Mr. Wilson and family went to Malvern, Iowa, in 1879, where he preached for one year, and in 1880 returned to Clarion county and settled in Callensburg. In April, 1886, he began the publication of a local sixteen-page church monthly called the Callensburg Visitor.

Wilson, William N., Shippensville p.o., Elk, is a harnessmaker and hardware dealer, and was born in Bald Eagle, Centre county, on April 10, 1837, and was a son of John and Sarah (McElravy) Wilson. He settled in Shippensville in 1844, and learned the harnessmaking business with R.C. Patton, and embarked in business for himself in 1856. He was married on January 21, 1881, to Mary J. Hosterman. They have three children living – Chapin E., Hattie M., and Carrie E.; and two dead – Emma May and Johnnie. Mary J. was a daughter of David and Susan (Reeser) Hosterman, of Shippensville, Pa.

Wilson H. C., Callensburg p.o., Licking, was a son of Samuel and Sarah (Cullen) Wilson. Sarah was a daughter of Hugh Cullen, one of the early pioneers. He was born in Clarion county in 1830, and gave his attention to farming until 1861, when he enlisted in the Tenth Pennsylvania Reserves; was taken prisoner at the second battle of Bull Run. He served three years and at the end of that time was honorably discharged. He was married in 1853 to Elizabeth F. Young, who was born in 1833. She died in 1885, leaving a family of ten children – Sheldon E., Mary F., Sarah J., Chapin Y., Margaret T., Kizzie L., Bertha E, Alice B., Carrie A., and Emma G. Mr. Wilson has been justice of the peace for eight years. His father, Samuel, was born in 1795 and died in 1875.

Wilson, James Goheen, Leatherwood p.o., New Bethlehem, was born in Porter township, Pa., in 1830, and was a son of David and Elizabeth (Goheen) Wilson. David was born in Centre county, Pa., in 1795, and died in 1873. His wife, Elizabeth, was born in Lancaster county, Pa., in 1804, and died in 1883. They were married in 1824, and had a family of five children – Caroline, born 1827; James G., and Penninah J. (twins), born, in 1830; David L., born in 1835; Nancy A., born in 1840; Caroline married H. Longwill. He died in 1864, and she died in 1875, leaving three children – David W., James H., and Elmer E. Penninah married C.M. Sloan, in 1855; David L., married Maggie F. Core, in 1861. James G. Wilson was married in 1865 to Annie E. Core, both granddaughters of Rev. John Core, pastor of the Licking and Leatherwood churches.

Wingard, John, Mariasville p.o., Salem, was born in Tuscarawas county, Ohio, on August 18, 1840, and came to Clarion, Pa., in 1863. He was a son of John and Barbara Wingard, of Ohio. He is a farmer and now owns and occupies a farm of thirty-six acres. He was married on May 18, 1865, to Harriet Weter, a daughter of Henry and Francis (Frey) Weter. John and Harriet had a family of five children – William H., Francis B., Hattie J., John P., and Sarah E.

Wingard, Peter, Lamertine p.o., Salem, was born in Tuscarawas county, Ohio, on March 31, 1848, and came with his parents Peter and Susan (Marbach) Wingard to Clarion county in 1856. He is now engaged in farming, and owns 175 acres. He was married on December 23, 1869, to Susan Long, a daughter of George W., and Mary (Scheffer) Long, of Clarion county. Peter and Susan have had five children – Dellie R., Elizabeth E., Clyde H., George P., and Parmie A.

Wireback, I.J., M.D., St. Petersburg p.o., Richland, was born near line Lexington, Bucks county, Pa., on August 5, 1839, and came to Clarion county in 1876. He is a physician and surgeon, and a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania of the class of ‘66. His parents were Benjamin G., and Catharine (Bitting) Wireback. Benjamin was born in Lehigh county, and his wife in Bucks county, both of whom are now dead. I.J. Wireback was married on July 1, 1868, to Maggie E. Fisher, a daughter of the late Rev. P.S. and Verona (Heckert) Fisher, of Sellarsville, Bucks county, Pa. They have five children now living – Benjamin F., Madge E., M.A. Verona, Joseph H., and Nevin E. The doctor is a famous mathematician, and devotes most of his leisure time to the study of this beautiful science.

Wishey, John D., Fisher p.o., Mill Creek, was a son of John and Hannah (Schultz) Wishey, and was born in Mill Creek, Clarion county, Pa., in 1845, and married in 1869 to Jane E. Wetter. They have had two children – Bertha Chloe, and one who died in infancy. Mr. Wishey is a blacksmith by trade, and is also engaged in farming, owning a farm of ninety-eight acres. His father was born in 1795 and died in 1871, and his mother, who was born in 1806, died in 1882.

Wolf, Philip, Newmansville p.o., Washington, a native of Germany, was born on June 13, 1805, and when about twenty-eight years old came to this country, and located in Lancaster county, where he married Barbara Emert. They came to Washington in 1840, where they have since lived, and where their children were born. They have had the following children – Peter, John, Caroline, Margaret, David A., Andrew, Mary, Dorcas E., Jacob and Sarah. When the family first came here they built a cabin in the woods on a hundred acre tract that cost $2 per acre. To pay for this land Mr. Wolf worked at the furnace when not employed on his farm. By industry and energy the task was accomplished, and he now enjoys the fruits of that early toil, surrounded by all the comforts of life. The family are members of the Evangelical Lutheran Church.

Wolley, jr., Thomas, Tylersburg p.o., Farmington, was born in the year 1840, and is a native of this township. He was the third of a family of twelve children born to Thomas and Christina Wolley. He is one of the energetic, progressive men of the township; in its political affairs he is especially active, and is rarely without some office. During the last five years he has been overseer of the poor. At the age of twenty-three he married Anna M. Smith. They have had a family of six children. Mr. Wolley started life poor, but by industry and thrift has accumulated a comfortable fortune. The family are all members of the Roman Catholic Church.

Wood, George, Valley p.o., Elk, is a farmer, and was born in Wyoming county, N.Y., on October 8, 1819, and was a son of Barnard and Hannah (Pullman) Wood. He settled in Elk township in 1841, and in 1843 located on the farm which he now occupies, and which he cleared and improved himself. He was married in 1843 to Julia A., a daughter of Mark Doble, of Venango county. They had a family of five children – Albert C., Lydia C., Orvilla, George W., and John B. His second wife was Mary, a daughter of Henry and Margaret Helm, of Ashland. George has had by his second marriage the following, children: Charlie, Lucy M., Henry, Parmelia M., Lizzie D., Elmer, and Siloma.

Wood, Dr. George H., New Bethlehem, a physician and surgeon of the borough, was born in Schuylkill county in 1853, and attended medical lectures and graduated from the Jefferson Medical College of Philadelphia in 1880, and settled on New Bethlehem in the practice of his profession that same year. He married Mary E. Wick, a daughter of Dr. Henry M., and Mary (Foster) Wick, and a sister of Dr. J.A. Wick. Dr. George was a son of George and Hannah (Hilton) Wood, natives of Yorkshire, England, who settled in Schuylkill county, where he died, leaving a widow and a family of four children – Joseph, Elizabeth, Alice, and George H.

Woodruff, Jennings H., New Bethlehem, an extensive granite monument and marble dealer, was born in Armstrong, Pa., September 3, 1855. He was a son of Rev. Enos and Martha (Starr) Woodruff. Rev. Enos Woodruff was born in Kittanning, Armstrong county, Pa., January 10, 1828; was baptized November 5, 1845; married to Martha Starr December 19, 1846; ordained to the work of the gospel ministry April 26, 1860; settled as pastor at Brady’s Bend Baptist Church, Armstrong county, Pa., January, 1860; took the pastorate of the Sharpsburg Baptist Church April 1, 1862. During the war of 1864 he went into the service of U.S. Christian and labored among the dying and wounded soldiers, administering to their wants both temporal and spiritual, and was among the hospitals in the South caring for the sick and wounded soldiers, distributing tracts, bibles, etc., and preaching to them and praying for them, writing letters for them, etc. In the summer of 1864 he returned home to his family and churches, and labored earnestly in his early chosen work as a Baptist minister in several counties in western and central Pennsylvania, and died in 1876, leaving a widow and three children – Jennings H., Annie M., and Prof. John B. John B. was born on November 18, 1859. He is a graduate of the State Normal School of Indiana, Pa. At present he is principal of the schools at Leechburg, Armstrong county, Pa. Annie M. was born January 11, 1857, and was married in 1883 to William Elwood, of Indiana county Pa. In 1885 they went to Nebraska and taught school for a while, and finally located in Sherman county, Kan., buying a farm, and at present are at Newton, Kan. They have had no children. Jennings H; Woodruff was married in Mechanicsburg, Indiana county, Pa., October 18, 1876, to Miss Alice L. Davis, daughter of Benjamin C. and Elenor (Chauncy) Davis. She came of Welsh and English parents. In 1877 Jennings H. settled in Mechanicsburg and engaged in the marble business, and in 1879 he removed to New Bethlehem, Pa., and engaged there in the granite and marble business. He has traveled for some of the largest granite quarries in the east, and sold some of the largest and handsomest granite monuments in Western Pennsylvania. They have had two children – Florence C., born June 30, 1878, in Mechanicsburg, Indiana county, Pa., and Enos M., born August 20, 1881, in New Bethlehem, Pa.

Wyon, James O., Callensburg p.o., Licking, was born in Mifflin county in 1839, and came to Clarion county in 1846, and is a carpenter by trade. He enlisted in 1861 in the 10th Pennsylvania Reserves; was taken prisoner at the battle of Fredericksburg; was wounded at the battle of Gettysburg, and served for three years and two months, at the end of which time he was discharged. He was married in 1862 to Candos L. Dunkle. They have had one child – Rhoda Pearl. In 1885 he embarked in the mercantile business and opened a general store at Callensburg Bridge. His parents were James and Tinnie (Hitzel) Wyon. James was born in Mifflin county in 1810, and died on August 2, 1877. His wife was born in 1803, and is now living.

Wray, James, Vowinckle p.o., Farmington, was the seventh child born to William and Ellen (Boyd) Wray, a pioneer family in the northeast part of the township. James was born on October 13, 1847. His early life was spent on the farm, and in fact his whole life has been spent near the old Wray homestead. He was married in 1874 to Catherine P., a daughter of Michael Walters. They had one child – Eliza Jane. James Wray was a lumberman, a business at which he has been very successful. Although still a young man he is strongly identified with the growth and prosperity of his township. In its political affairs he takes no prominent part, other than for the general good. Mr. Wray is not connected with any church society, but the family attend the Presbyterian Church.

Wyre, George W., Fisher p.o., Mill Creek, was born in Huntington county in 1833, and settled in Clarion county in 1849. He was married in 1855 to Nancy McBride, a daughter of John McBride. They have had a family of eight children – Flora (deceased), Sadie, Jennie, Inez, May, Rosa, Grace, and Maggie (deceased). Mr. Wyre is engaged in carpentering and farming, and owns thirty-five acres. He enlisted in 1863 in the Second Heavy Artillery, afterwards consolidated with the One Hundred and Twelfth Pennsylvania Volunteers, and was wounded at the battle of Gettysburg. His parents were Jacob and Margaret (Herrick) Wyre.

Yeany, jr., John, Shannondale p.o., Millville, a retired farmer and lumber dealer, and at present a capitalist, was born in Lancaster county in 1810, and was a son of John Yeany, who was born in Switzerland and settled in Lancaster county in 1805, and came to Redbank in 1813 with a family of seven children, three of whom are now living – John, jr., Christine, and Jacob. John Yeany, jr., was married in 1834 to Elizabeth Swartz, who died in January, 1874. They had a family of fourteen children, eight of whom are now living – Christ, John, Jackson, Wilson, Peter, Mary Ann, Elvira, and Amanda E. John, jr., married for his second wife Susanna Edder, in 1874. They have had four children – Nettie May, Dora B., Charles E., and Alda. John, jr., at an early age became a farmer, a lumber merchant and cattle dealer, in all of which enterprises he has proved successful, and is now a retired capitalist.

Young, John F., Valley p.o., Elk, is a farmer, and was born in Westmoreland county, Pa., on July 11, 1821. He was a son of Joseph and Margaret (Treegard) Young. His maternal grandfather was William Treegard, a pioneer of Westmoreland county, Pa., and a soldier in the Revolutionary War, who lost both arms while in the service of the Union. John F. Young settled in this township, Pa., in 1846, and cleared and improved the farm on which he now resides. He has been married twice. His first wife was Lovis Ohler, a daughter of Philip Ohler, of Elk, Pa. They have had one child – Mary J. His second wife was Sarah, a daughter of John and Catharina (Dalrymple) Lewis, of Licking township, Clarion county, Pa. John F. and Sarah have had eleven children, nine of whom are now living – Sarah, Maggie (died March 2, 1878), William (died March 18, 1876), John, Elizabeth, James, Andrew C., Lora B., Robert, Henry, and Zuella.

Yung, Michael, East Brady, owner and proprietor of the old established Borough Restaurant, where he still caters to the wants of his many friends and customers, was born at St. Ingbert, Kingdom of Prussia, on the Rhine, Germany, in 1844. He was a son of Philip H. and Elizabeth (Schweitzer) Yung, who settled in Pennsylvania in 1846. They had a family of nine children, three of whom are now living – George C., Appollonia, and Michael. Michael married Mary Peters, of Dunkirk, N.Y. They have had eight children – George W., August S., Pauline E., Rose F., Elizabeth E., Francis Xavier, Philip Henry, and Adolf Peter. Mr. Yung was a graduate of St. Vincent’s College, Westmoreland county, in 1865, and taught school for eleven years. He built his present fine business place in 1873, which was destroyed by fire in 1882, but which he rebuilt at once.

Zeller, Henry, Tylersburg p.o., Farmington, the twelfth child of John and Elizabeth Zeller, was born in Elk township on February 2, 1832. When nineteen years of age Henry left home and went to the southern part of the county, where he learned the trade of a miller. He remained there about two years, when he returned to his native township. He was married in 1853 to Susan Cornish. They have had a family of seven children. Henry Zeller is a self-made man. In his business as a miller he has been quite successful, and now has retired from active business life. He resides in Farmington township. Some years ago he purchased the old homestead farm in Elk township, but has recently sold it. In political life he has no personal ambition, but is a staunch Republican. He is a member of the Evangelical Association Society, and his wife is a member of the United Brethren Church.

Zesky, Charles J., East Brady p.o., was born in Allegheny county, Pa., in 1860. He was a son of J.H. and Augusta (Sande) Zesky. J.H. was born at Frankfort-on-the-Main, and his wife was born at Glanstahl-Bremer. They came to America in 1851 and settled in Allegheny county, where they both died, he in 1883, at the age of fifty-two years, and his wife in 1868, at the age of forty-one years. They had a family of two sons – J.H. and C.J. Charles J. came to East Brady on September 9, 1878, as a journeyman barber. He was married in 1880 to Ida C. Robb, who was born in Armstrong county, Pa. They have had one son – H.C. Zesky. He became engaged in business in 1880, and in 1882 he opened his well-fitted parlors to the public.

SOURCE:  Page(s) i-lxiv, History of Clarion County, A.J. Davis, A.J.; Syracuse, N.Y.: D. Mason & Co. 1887

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