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JOHN M. ANDERSON, In this volume may be found biographies of many influential citizens who have plodded up the steeps of honor and prosperity with remarkable energy and success. The life of Mr. Anderson furnishes a good example of this kind. He is now the owner of a good farm in Tuscarawas Township, and thereon is devoting his energies to agricultural pursuits and stock-raising. Progressive in every way, he is known in this section as one of the well-to-do and prominent farmers.
A native of this county, our subject was born November 6, 1842, a son of Samuel and Sarah J. (McDowell) Anderson. The father, who also was born in this county, was a son of David M. Anderson, who was one of the very earliest settlers in this State. The paternal grandfather was one of a family of four children, as follows: Mary E., who married L G. Dague; David M., John M. and Samantha J. Samuel, the father, was a shrewd and capable business man and was frequently selected to fill some public position, such as that of Township Trustee, the duties of which were faithfully and conscientiously discharged. In all the country there was no more ardent and consistent Republican, and no man of better impulses and stricter integrity than he. He was one of the prominent members of the United Presbyterian Church at Dalton, in which denomination he served as Elder. His death, which occurred June 17, 1887, was the result of heart disease, His widow survived him for some years and departed this life February 6, 1892.
John M. Anderson of this sketch has always resided in this county and during the early days did his full share of pioneer work in assisting his father to redeem this farm from what was then a wilderness. Like other farmer lads, he was given a fair education in the district schools, and being an apt pupil and desirous of gaining a good knowledge of books, he made the best of his opportunities and is to-day one of the well-educated men of this county.
In 1864, he became a member of the Guard Company, which was organized at Dalton for the defense of the State, and later was seat to Washington, D. C., where, with his comrades, he assisted in guarding Ft. Ethan Allen, where he remained for some three months and was then honorably discharged. February 7 of the following year he was united in marriage with Miss Sarah J., daughter of Samuel and Mary Doll, natives of Pennsylvania. Of the three children born to them, Samuel W. is deceased. Those surviving are Mary F. (Mrs. Eli Mock) and Harvey W.
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Mr. Anderson owns sixty acres of well cultivated land, and with his wife is a regular attendant and devoted member of the Presbyterian Church. In politics, he is a stalwart Republican, and with his family is highly esteemed in social circles, and at his hospitable home is wont to entertain many friends.
THOMAS SCHREFFLER. Among the pioneers and substantial farmers of this county this gentleman is numbered. he began life empty-handed, but by unremitting industry, seconded by sound judgment and shrewd business faculties, he has acquired wealth, and is the proprietor of a fine farm in Bethlehem Township. A native of Pennsylvania, he was born in Dauphin County, November 14, 1817, and is a son of Conrad and Catherine (Bordner) Schreffler, natives respectively of Berks and Dauphin Counties, Pa.
The father of our subject was a soldier in the War of 1812, and in the spring of 1837, with his parents, emigrated to this county and lived for one year on a farm in Pike Township. After residing in Perry Township one year thereafter, the family took up their abode in Bethlehem Township, where our subject was reared to man's estate. Here young Thomas assisted his father in cultivating their new farm, and hence may he considered one of the early settlers of this county. His education was received in the common schools of the district in his native State, where he acquired a good practical knowledge.
Miss Catherine, daughter of Daniel Snyder, an early settler of this township, became the wife of our subject in 1843. Seven of the eight children born to them are living and bear the respective names of Solomon, John, Conrad, James, Parcilla, Annie and Malinda; Jefferson is deceased. Mr. Schreffler is one of the self-made men, as he started out in life with no means whatever, and by hard work and close economy has placed himself among the wealthy farmers of this part of the county. He now owns two hundred and twenty-five acres of good farming land which is well-stocked, and from his agricultural interests he derives a handsome income.
Mr. Sehreffler is well informed regarding general topics, and having weighed the political questions of the day has identified himself with the Democratic party. he is popular in local affairs and served his district as School Director for a number of years. With his wife, he is a regular attendant at the Lutheran Church, of which they are members and looked upon with respect by all who know them. Our subject is a member of the, Grange at Navarre and himself and wife are valued members of the community. Their home is replete with every comfort that one could desire, and their social and moral qualities have won them many friends during the number of years which they have resided here, and have made them an influence for much good in social and religious matters.
AMASA BAILEY has made farming his principal occupation, and that he has been successful, is attested by the appearance of his fine and well-managed farm, with its many valuable improvements, in Perry Township. He is a native of Massillon, his birth occurring November 14, 1830. He is the son of Almon, Sr., and Sarah (Eaton) Bailey, natives of Massachusetts. His father, who was a soldier in the War of 1812, emigrated in 1814 to Cleveland, this State, the journey from Massachusetts to the Forest City consuming six weeks. There the elder Mr. Bailey resided until 1825, following his trade of a harness and saddle maker. At the expiration of that time, he went to Akron, where He was similarly employed until his advent into this county in 1826.
On making his home in this section, the father of our subject located in what is now the Fourth Ward of Massillon, whence he removed to the farm which is the present property of our subject, set-
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tling upon the place when it bore but little semblance to its now prosperous condition. He was a truthful, upright, honorable man, and his citizenship was creditable to his adopted township. He took a great interest in whatever concerned his community, and departed this life December 11, 1873. He was followed to the better land four years later by his wife, who died December 29, 1877. They were the parents of a large family of children, only two of whom are surviving: Mrs. Mary A. Brown and our subject. The father gave his earnest support to the Republican party, and in his death the county lost one of its best citizens.
Amasa Bailey, of this sketch, was retired to man's estate in this county, and has done much pioneer work. He received his education in the log schools of that early period, and making the best of his limited opportunities, is to-day a well-read and intelligent gentleman. He was married February 22, 1870, to Miss Eleanor Jones, who was born in Berks County, Pa., January 1, 1837, and is the daughter of Peter and Elizabeth (Wann) Jones, also natives of the Keystone State. In 1844, Mrs. Mailey accompanied her parents on their removal to this county, the journey being made overland with tennis. They made their home in what is now the Fourth Ward of Massillon, where the parents died. They had a family of four children: Joanna, Mrs. Thomas J. Hill; Elizabeth, the widow of Peter Hill; Mrs. Bailey; and Hannah, the wife of Nathan Moles.
To our subject and his estimable wife has been born a family of two children, James H., who is deceased, and Warren R. Mr. Bailey is the proprietor of ninety-eight and one-half acres of valuable bud, which compares favorably with other farms in this vicinity in point of cultivation and improvement. He and his family are quietly enjoying the comforts of life that they have gathered around them, and are kindly, hospitable people, and much esteemed members of society.
Our subject, in his political relations, always casts a straight Republican vote, is ever ready in a quiet way to advance the interests of his party, but never makes himself conspicuous by seeking political honors. Socially, he is a member of Perry Grange at Massillon, with whose affairs He has been actively identified since joining it. The father of Mrs. Bailey died in 1885, when in his eighty-sixth year, and her mother, who was a devoted member of the Methodist Episcopal Church, died in 1873.
Samuel H. BAUGHMAN owns and occupies a farm of two hundred and forty-nine acres in Sugar Creek Township, where the work of his funds is plainly indicated by its present condition. The property bears the usual improvements made by a man of enterprising spirit and good judgment, and presents an appearance of home comfort attractive to the passer-by. Having come here when twenty years of age, Mr. Baughman knows much of the history of this part of the State, and has done his share in clearing and opening up the new country for those who should cone after. He deserves great credit for the manner in which he has fought the battle of life, as he began his personal career with an extremely limited capital and little book knowledge. By dint of good habits and firm principles, he has won his way to a position of worldly prosperity, and gained the esteem of his associates while so doing.
Born in Cumberland County, Pa., August 15, 1815, our subject is the son of John and Margaret Baughman, who were also born in the Keystone State. The father, who occupied a good position among his fellow-citizens, is said to have been to soldier in the War of 1812. Samuel H. was a young man of twenty years when he accompanied his parents and other members of the family to this county, and with them located upon a raw tract of land in Tuscarawas Township, which is now the property of his brother, David H. They resided for a time on a log cabin and were among the early pioneers of the county and township. Of the parental family, the following children survive: Ellen, who makes her home in
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Indiana; Margaret, Mrs. Philip Bretz, of Summit County, this State; Samuel H., our subject; Sallie A., now the widow of Lewis Lessig, and David H.
When ready to choose a vocation in life, young Baughman began as an agriculturist, which occupation he has always followed, and the success which he tins met, with in the prosecution of his calling and the accumulation of property is commendable, as he is one of those who began at the very foundation of worldly affairs. He attended the pioneer schools of the township where he lived, and which were taught in a rude log house heated by an open fireplace. As soon as large enough, his services were required on the farm, and he thus received a thorough training in the business in which he Tins been so successful.
The marriage of Mr. Baughman and Miss Elizabeth Smith was solemnized July 30, 1846. Mrs. Baughman is also a native of Stark County and the daughter of Jacob Smith, an early settler in Sugar Creek Township. She is one of those who believe that a wife and mother should keep up her interest in those things in which her family is interested and not allow the cares of housekeeping to occupy her entire thought. She therefore possesses a considerable fund of information and has her own opinions regarding public affairs and the events that are transpiring. Their two children who are living arc Samuel D., who married Amelia Harrold, and has two sons: Thomas and John W. Benjamin P., the second child of our subject, married Mary Blocher. Those deceased in the parental family are John and Lewis.
The two hundred and forty-nine acres of land of which Mr. Baughman is the proprietor have been improved with every building necessary for the carrying on of farm work, and by being properly cultivated bring their owner a handsome income. Although Mr. Baughman has never sought office, he has served as Trustee of Sugar Creek Township for it number of years, and no member of the community stands higher in the opinion of his fellow-citizens than he. He is greatly interested in school affairs and has done much to advance their standard in this county. He is a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church, in which he has held the office of Trustee, and as a charitable and benevolent man, he is ever ready to extend a helping hand to those in need of assistance, and has thus won many friends, who esteem him highly for his sterling worth.
JOHN J. ZAISER. A prominent position among the business men of Canton has for many years been occupied by the gentleman with whose name we introduce this sketch, and who is a successful contractor and builder. In addition, he is engaged as a dealer in wire office and desk railings, window guards, etc., and has recently added another feature to his business, viz., cement, flour and feed. As may be imagined, he is a busy man, and besides other enterprises in which he is interested, he superintends the management of his farm of one hundred and seven acres, located eight miles from the city of Canton, in charge of a tenant.
A native of Lexington Township, Stark County, Mr. Zaiser was born October 30, 1843. His parents, John M. and Elizabeth (Schuler) Zaiser, were natives of Germany, whence they emigrated to the United States in their youth, and were united in marriage in Stark County. The father learned the trade of a tailor in Germany, and was thus engaged until his death, his farm in Lexington Township being managed by his sons. Of his first marriage, seven children were born, four of whom still survive, namely: Elizabeth, wife of Godfred Drayer; Jacob P., now Justice of the Peace in Lexington Township; Margaret, wife of John Fogle; and our subject. Of the second marriage of John M. Zaiser there were also seven children born, six of whom are now living, as follows: Sarah, Carrie, Rosina, Michael A., William and Pauline.
Until he was eighteen years of age, our subject remained on the home farm, receiving his education in the common schools of the district, which he attended during the winter months prior to the age of fourteen. He enlisted July 9, 1862, and was mustered into service August 14th following, as a member of Company F, One Hundred and Fifteenth Ohio Infantry. He served in the Federal army until December 4, 1864, when he was captured near Nashville, Tenn., and taken to Andersonville. About one o'clock on April 1, 18671, he was exchanged in the rear of Vicksburg, where he lay in camp twenty-four days.
Taking passage on the steamer " Sultana," Mr. Zaiser reached the group of islands ten miles north of Memphis at 2 o'clock A. M., at which time the "Sultana " exploded, and, taking fire, was totally destroyed. Mr. Zaiser was in the water about six hours, when he was rescued, taken to Memphis, and furnished necessary articles of clothing. Thence he was sent to Camp Chase, Ohio, and ten days later was discharged by order of the War Department, June 20, 1865.
Upon his return home, Mr. Zaiser engaged at his trade of it carpenter, serving all apprenticeship, and afterward working as a journeyman for about three years. In 1868, he commenced to operate as a contractor, and since that time has built a huge number of the finest residences in Canton. He took the $30,000 contact for the Grand Opera House; a $20,000 contract for the Duber Avenue Schoolhouse, besides erecting the elegant residence of James F. Dougherty on South Cleveland Avenue and the attractive home of John Knaus, on Fast Tuscarawas Street. In addition, he took the contract for the $20,000 school building erected in Salem, Ohio, and the $14,000 depot for the Pennsylvania Railroad Company. e is widely known as one of the best contractors in Ohio, and has gained an enviable reputation in business circles.
The pleasant residence at No. 420 East Tuscarawas Street, in which Mr. Zaiser makes his home, is presided over by a lady of culture who, prior to becoming his wife, was Miss Lizetta Harding. She was born in Lancaster County, Pa., and removed thence to the Buckeye State, where her marriage took place November 26, 1868. Mr. and Mrs. Zaiser have had five children, four of whom live now living, namely: Lione A., Harvey W., Inez K., and Irene A. Mrs. Zaiser mad the three eldest children are members of the First Methodist Church of Canton, Socially, Mr. Zaiser is identified with the Independent Order of Odd Fellows. The position occupied by his family is one of prominence in the social circles of the city and they are numbered among the best people in the community.
JOHN WILLIS, President of the Willis & Lind Lumber Company, Canton Ohio. Of the various enterprises that have made Canton one of the commercial centers of the. State, the lumber trade has always held an important place, employing large capital in its conduct, and giving to cognate industries a decided impetus Icy the energy and ability displayed in its development. In every department the enterprise characteristic of its leading exponents has been abundantly shown, and the flourishing character of their establishments amply demonstrate the vigorous grasp with which they have seized and held the trade in this gigantic industry. Among the most. active, enterprising firms engaged it, this time is the Willis & Lind Lumber Co., of Canton, Ohio, manufacturers of sash, door, blind, stairs, building material, saloon fixtures, mantels, and all kinds of hardwood finish. The plant is located on East Eighth Street and the buildings fire first-class amid well adapted for the business. The machinery is of the latest and best make and the company employs at, all times from forty to sixty men. The machinery is rum by a hundred and twenty-five horse power engine. This company has a large local trade, but ships largely to the cities throughout the United States.
Mr. Willis, who is President of this mammoth establishment, is a native of the Green Isle of Erin, born in the city of Belfast, March 17, 1830, and is the seventh in order of birth of eleven children born to the marriage of Philip and Isabel (McLean) Willis, both natives of Glasgow. Scotland. When nine years of age. Our subject was left without guidance and care of a father, the latter having died in 1839, and our subject attended the schools
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of the city, where he was thoroughly drilled in book learning. He remained at Montgomery Castle until the age of fourteen years, when he was apprenticed to learn the carpenter's trade, serving five years. During that time he attended night. school, and completing his trade, traveled asa journeyman, visiting different towns and cities in his native country. On the 6th of April, 1853, he sailed for the United States on the vessel, "Zion's hope," bound for New York City. On his arrival he directed his steps to the Buckeye State and located in New Philadelphia, where he worked at his trade one season. In the following fall he came to Massillon, this State, and worked in a door and sash factory for two years for the firm of Mong & Snyder. After this he was in the employ of Russell & Company, manufacturers of threshing-machines. and he continued with that company for six years. It, 1861, he came to Canton and was employed by C. Aultman & Company, in the wood department, remaining three years. In 1861, he with others was ordered out in a company known as the "Squirrel hunters," anti was on guard duty. At the expiration of one hundred (lays he was regularly mustered in and rendered faithful service to his country.
In the year 1864 he started in business on his own responsibility and operated a sash and door factory and also handled lumber. Two years later, he took George Gremminger as partner, under the firm name of Willis & Gremminger, but this partnership was of short duration. Mr. Benskin purchased in May, 1864, the interest of Mr. Gremminger and the firm name was then changed to Willis & Benskin.
This firm later took in Joseph Weaver and John Kaley, when the name was changed to Willis, Benskin, Weaver & Kaley, and continued thus a few years. Then Mr. Willis purchased the entire interest and soon After took in Charles Lind as partner.
This continued until 1891, when the business was merged into a stock company with the following; officers: John Willis, President; Charles Lind, Vice-president; Grant B. Willis, Secretary and Treasurer; and Lincoln E. Willis, Foreman and Superintendent. In 1854, Mr. Willis led to the altar Miss Mary Ann Benskin, a native of England but who was residing in Massillon at the time of her marriage. They are the parents of an interesting family of ten children, seven daughters and three suns, eight of whom survive at the present time. Mr. Willis has been a prominent Mason since his twenty-first year and is a member of Canton Lodge No. 60, F. & A.M. In politics, he is a Republican and his first Presidential vote was cast for Col. John C. Fremont and his last for Benjamin Harrison in 1888. Mr. Willis resides at No. 214 West Seventh Street.
JAMES H. CONKELL, Probably in the history of the representative houses of Canton, there can be found no more striking example of what may be accomplished by industry and judgment than is exemplified by the Canton Monument & Mantel Company at Nos. 10 & 12 East Seventh Street. The Superintendent of this flourishing enterprise, to whom its success is principally due, is the subject of this sketch. A native of Ohio, he was born in Jefferson County, July 12, 1847. His parents, John W. and Sarah J. (Lawson) Conkell, were natives respectively of Prussia and Pennsylvania.
The father of our subject learned the trade of a shoemaker in his native land, whence he emigrated to America in his boyhood, still settled in Pennsylvania. He was there married, and when his only child was one year old he died in 1848, mourned by his large circle of friend, mother survived a number of years, passing away in 1864. Left fatherless when a mere infant, our subject was reared by his mother, And in his childhood attended the common schools near Toronto, Ohio. After leaving school, he learned the trade of a marble-cutter at Ravenna, this State, and at the expiration of his Apprenticeship he worked as a " jour " for two years.
In the fall of 1867, Mr. Corkell came to Canton, and two years later commenced in business for himself. In 1879, in connection with another gentleman, he organized flip Canton Monument &.
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Mantel Company, and in 1891 purchased the interest of his partner, since which time the business has been conducted under his management. The company deals in marble and granite monuments, wood and slate mantels, plain and fancy brass grates, the hearths and facings, floor tiling, etc., and is the exclusive agent for the celebrated Wellman Grate. Mr. Conkell is a practical business man, having been engaged as a marble-cutter since his boyhood, and has an established reputation as a man of excellent judgment. e makes a specialty of the monument business, and carries a full line of the finest monuments in the city.
A very important event in the life of Mr. Conkell was his marriage, which was solemnized December 2, 1868, when Miss Ida Patterson, of Canton, became his wife. She is a lady of great nobility of character and kindness of heart, and is highly esteemed in the social circles of Canton. Six children have been born to the union: Wilson, Etta, Kate, James, Lulu and Frank. A sincere Christian, Mr. Corkell is identified with the First Methodist Episcopal Church of Canton, and contributes liberally of his means to the promotion of religious and philanthropic enterprises.
JOHN MORGAN THOMAS, of Alliance, was born in the County of Carmarthen, South Wales in the year 1825. His entire life has been devoted to the ministry. He united with the Congregational Church in his fourteenth year, and was soon encouraged to preach. He acquired his education under peculiar difficulties, but by determination completed the course, and was called to the pastorate of the Congregational Church in Glynneath, Glamorganshire, in the year 1846.
In 1849, Mr. Thomas emigrated to America, and accepted a call from the Broome Street Congregational Church of New York City. In 1850, he returned to his native land to wed the lady to whom his troth had been plighted, Miss Sarah P. James, of Lanover, Monmouthshire. She has been his faithful wife and companion for forty-two years. Hand and hand, they have traveled life's journey together, sharing with each other its joys and sorrows, its adversity and prosperity.
Unto Mr. and Mrs. Thomas were born seven children, who were reared in the fear of God and thoroughly equipped for the battles and responsibilities of life. The eldest, Dr. J. J., of Youngstown, is a graduate of Jefferson College, Philadelphia, and is highly esteemed as a skillful physician and a valuable citizen; Rev. W. A. is a graduate of Mt. Union College and the Yale Theological Seminary, and is now pastor of time Congregational Church of Milford, N. H.; Katie, who was educated in Ironton, Ohio, is the wife of Rev. I. M. Parker, of New York City; Clara Fremont, a graduate of the Alliance High School, is the wife of A. D. Brosins, Agent for the Adams Express Company in Wooster, Ohio; Agnes Lincoln, a graduate of Mt. Union College and of the School of Education and Oratory of Philadelphia, is the wife of R. C. Morris, of Greenville, Ill.; Anna Brace, who was graduated from the Alliance High School, and was employed as a teacher, died August 19, 1892 and Alice Claudia, who was graduated from the Alliance High School, and was appointed to fill her sister's place.
Rev. Mr. Thomas has been a laborious and successful minister for forty-six years, preaching Welsh and English nearly all the time. He has filled several of the most prominent pastorates in this country, such as Pittsburgh, Youngstown, Gomer, etc. He has always been an enthusiastic lover of American institutions, excepting slavery, from the beginning, and has given his sympathy and confidence to the Republican party from its inception. He took part in the War of the Rebellion, enlisting early in 1861, And was commissioned Chaplain of the Seventy-seventh Pennsylvania Infantry, ned also the One Hundred slid Fifty-fifth in the sane State. He is a member of the John C. Fremont Post No. 729, G. A. R., of Alliance. An ardent lover of music, poetry, and literature, he is also the author of a number of songs published and unpublished, and has been a success-
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ful essayist in the Welsh Eisteddfodan. He is now relieved of the cares and anxieties of a regular pastorate, but by request preaches almost every Sunday. For the last sixteen years, he has been a resident of Alliance, and has proved himself a valuable citizen by the aid he has given in up building its morality.
JOHN J. ASHENHURIST. The Silver Ash Institute, of which this gentleman is the founder, was organized at Alliance for the purpose of curing inebriates and those suffering from the opium habit. It has proved successful beyond a doubt, and although organized but a short time, has cured over n hundred and thirty men up to the time of this publication. Recognizing the liquor traffic as the giant evil of the day, Mr. Ashenhurst endeavors in every way possible to tight its influence and secure its downfall. His has been, and is, an active life, and his services in behalf of fallen humanity entitle him to the highest regard of all.
A log cabin near Wheeling, Va., was the early home of Mr. Ashenhurst, and there he was born October 29, 1848, the son of the Rev. J. Y. and Martha (Johnson) Ashenhurst. His father was a minister in what is now the United Presbyterian Church, and he was also a strong Abolitionist. With the courage of his convictions, he accepted the position of elector on the Birney ticket in the slave State of Virginia in 1844. Ten years later, hr removed to Ohio, where for two years he was pastor of the United Presbyterian Church at Dalton. Wayne County. His next charge was at Hayesville, Ashland County, where he remained for some time. He was a man of broad knowledge, earnest piety and deep consecration to his chosen work as a minister of the Gospel. He is now residing near Bellaire, Ohio.
Hayesville being the seat of Vermillion Institute, Mr. Ashenhurst took advantage of the educational facilities offered by that school and gainer a practical knowledge of the studies there taught. He contributed to the slender purse of the poorly paid minister by working on a farm, clerking in a store and teaching school. When fifteen years old, he became the owner of an amateur printing press, and it was not long before he issued the first number of his paper, the Hayesville Chronicle. Some years afterward, he entered the office of the Ashland Times, and there served an apprenticeship to learn the trade of a printer. Soon after entering the office, be was requested by the editor to write up the local column, and his work was so satisfactory that he was afterward recognized as the local editor.
In 1869, when the Prohibition party was first organized in Ohio, Mr. Ashenhurst joined the new movement, to which he has ever since adhered. Although not then old enough to have the elective franchise, he nevertheless "took the stump" and made speeches in behalf of the Prohibition nominee for Governor. In 1872, he started the Ohio Valley News at Martin's Ferry, a paper which he published for two years find which was the organ of his chosen party in that section of country. In 1876, he was appointed by the Freedmen's Mission Board of the United Presbyterian Church to go to Southern Virginia and organize a school for the freedmen. In that way he was successfully engaged for four years, and meanwhile superintended the construction of the buildings which comprise Tyne institute, at Chase City, Va.
During the fall of 1880, Mr. Ashenhurst returned to the Buckeye State, where he was for two years editor of the Freeport Press. In 1882, he was invited to assume the editorship of the Wayne County Herald at Wooster, which under Mr. Ashenhurst's able management became the most influential Prohibition county paper in the United States. In 1888, he went to Omaha, Neb., where he accepted a position on the Midland, a denominational paper published in the interest of the United Presbyterian Church. After spending one find one-half years there, he returned to Ohio and located in Canton, where he commenced the publication of the Canton Leader.
In the Prohibition party, Mr. Ashenhurst hits always been very prominent. He has twice been
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their nominee for Congress, and June 11, 1881, was selected by the Prohibition convention at Springfield, Ohio, as their candidate for Governor of the State. He made a splendid canvass, and although in each case he entered the field at great personal sacrifice, he traveled over the State and held many meetings, the result living that he received the support of many of those who believe the success of a principle of more importance than the triumph of a party. A man of ability and courage, he recognizes the issues of the day with a clearness gained by extensive reading and Close investigation. He is in line with the persevering, enterprising citizens who are striving to promote the welfare of this country, and is a splendid representation of the best culture and purest civilization of the land.
Mr. Ashenhurst was married March 18, 1871, to Miss Alice Ida, daughter of the Rev. Jesse Steiner, of Ashland, Ohio, minister of the Reformed Church. They have had born to them three children: Harold S., Florence and Alice. The pleasant home of this family is located at No. 78 North Cleveland Avenue, Canton.
HON. SAMUEL KRIDER was not only well known in Tuscarawas Township and the vicinity round about but his none is familiar to those in other parts of the, State who are interested in civic affairs and acquainted with the legislative work of the State. His later years were passed on a beautiful farm on section 21 of the above-named township, where many conveniences were to he found, including a home-like dwelling, which sheltered a happy family.
Mr. Krider was a native of Franklin County, Pa., a son of George and Fannie (Hoover) Krider, and was born January 23, 1811. His ancestors on his paternal side were Germans, while those on his maternal side were Swiss. In 1819, young Krider accompanied his parents on their removal to this county and located on a farm in Tuscarawas Township, where he resided until his eighteenth year, in the meantime having gained a good education in the district schools. Returning to Chambersburgh, Pa., he learned the trade of a tailor, and remained there until 1832, when he again took up his abode in the Buckeye State and carried on his trade as journeyman tailor for some time.
The wife of Mr. Krider, whom he married November 26, 1835, bore the maiden name of Anna Augustine; she was bee in this township, January 9, 1819, and is the daughter of Andrew and Elizabeth (Shisser) Augustine, who came to this county as early as 1809. Her father was the first Land Appraiser of the township. and exerted a considerable influence in the community where he resided many years and of which he was an honored member. One of his daughters, Miss Rebecca, who was born in 1810, was the first white child born within the limits of Tuscarawas Township. Mr. Augustine was the father of a family of eight children, of whom the four living are: Amanda, the widow of Benjamin Bowman; Mrs. Krider; William, who resides in Sugar Creek Township, and Mary, now Mrs. John Mobly. The parents of these children died within a week of each other from cholera, in 1834.
The father of our subject was one in a family of nine children, three of whom arc deceased. 'Chose living are: Samuel, Jeremiah, Benjamin, John B., Abraham H. and Solomon. Our subject, in the spring of 1836, located on the place where his widow now resides, and carried on the trade of a tailor until his decease. His advantages educationally and otherwise were limited, as his parents were poor, and he was early set to work to assist in the labors, of the farm. The country round about was sparsely inhabited mid was mostly covered with the primeval forests, in which game abounded, and hard pioneer labor was necessary before the homestead which his father purchased could he placed under proper improvement.
The three children born to Mr. and Mr. Krider arc: Benjamin F., who makes his home in Indiana; Charles A., the present Sheriff of Stark County, and Silas W., who is deceased. Our subject is a supporter of Democratic principles. and for many
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years aided in the up building of his county. he was one of the organizers of the Stark County Agricultural Society, which he has served in the capacity of Director. For over a quarter of a century he was the incumbent of the office of Justice of the Peace, avid was numbered for many years among the representative and most valued citizens of Stark County, where his upright life and probity were everywhere recognized.
The Hon. Samuel Krider served two terms in the Forty-ninth and Fiftieth Ohio General Assembly, during which time he was active in pushing through many important bills. He was a prominent member of the Reformed Church and took n lending part in various laudable enterprises, being always found ready to do his duty in securing the future good of the community. His popularity extended much beyond the limits of the county, and his genial, cordial manners gained for him the friendship of all with whom be was associated, either in a business or social way. He departed this life in June, 1892, greatly mourned by friends who were as numerous as his acquaintances.
HON. JOSEPH FREASE, attorney-at-law. The liar of Stark County, Ohio, has been strengthened by the addition to it of many able advocates and counselors, and none are advocates are more worthy of notice than Hon. Joseph Frease. He was born in Somerset County, Pa., May 19, 1827, to Joel and Elizabeth (Field) Frease, the former of whom was of German descent, but a native of the Old Dominion, where he was born in 1786. he was a blacksmith by trade, and did honor to the calling. His wife first saw the light of day in York County, Pa., in the year 1793, and was married in Somerset County. Aleut the year 1830, they came to Stark County, Ohio, and on a farm in Sugar Creek Township the father resided until his death in the year 1869, his wife having passed from life the year before. They became the parents of a good, old fashioned family of thirteen children, twelve of whom lived to be grown, and seven are still living. Joseph Frease was the eighth in order of birth, and his boyhood was passed of a farm and in attending the winter terms of school, which were conducted near his home, and until he attained his majority he resided under the parental roof. He then began the study of law in the office of Judge Belden, of Canton, and in 1851 was admitted to the Bar, after which he began practicing in that town, in 1853. In 1855, he was elected to the position of Prosecuting Attorney for two years, after which he continued his practice until 1866, when he was elected Judge of the Common Pleas and District Judge of the Ninth Judicial District of Ohio, which is composed of nine counties in the northeastern part of the State. After a term of five years, he was re-elected to the position in 1871 for five years longer, retiring from the bench in 1877. His legal training and his self-discipline combined to fit him most admirably for the position he was called upon to fill. His knowledge of the law was broad and comprehensive, and he applied the principles of common and statute law to cases at the Bar with great facility and readiness. Careful in his investigations of facts, painstaking in his examination of precedents, possessed of a sound judgment, courteous and dignified in his demeanor, he held the scales of justice beyond the reach of contaminating influences, and retired from the bench, at the end of his long term of service, distinguishing alike for his splendid ability, his eminent fairness and sterling integrity. He has since devoted himself assiduously to the practice of his profession, and it can but be acknowledged that he possesses ability of no common order. No important points of law are ever overlooked in the preparation of his cases, and they tire ably and skillfully handled throughout the whole process of litigation.
In 1857, Judge Frease married Miss Sarah H. Belden, of Canton, the eldest daughter of Hon. George W. Belden, ex-United States District Attorney for the Northern District of Ohio, and by her he became the father of six children: George B., Secretary y and Treasurer of the Repository Printing
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Company; Edwin F., a missionary to India; Harry W., Secretary and Treasurer of the Canton Stoneware Company; Elizabeth S., Edith M., and Rachel B. Upon entering the legal profession, Judge grease had to measure swords with men of recognized ability, who had the advantage of many years' experience, but it was not long before he succeeded in impressing upon both his professional brethren and the general public the fact of his ability as a legal light. he is held in high esteem by the citizens of Stark County, and in every respect deserves their good opinion. His residence is at No. 60 South Plum Street. In politics, he has been a Republican since the organization of the party, and recognized as an influential member in its councils in the State.
JONATHAN PRESCOTT BURTON, President and Treasurer of the Ridgeway-Barton Company, President of the Penn Iron & Coal Company, and President of the Fox Lake Coal Company, is one of the most successful and prominent citizens of Massillon. the different enterprises with which he is connected. and in the development of which he has ever been am integral factor, are upon a solid financial basis and have contributed materially to advance the interests of this portion. The Ridgeway-Burton Company of Ohio owns eight different mines, from which they ship the Massillon Coal and Black Band Iron Ore. The Penn Iron & Coal Company owns iron furnace and iron ore mines at Canal Dover, in Tuscarawas County, Ohio, while the Fox Lake Coal Company has its headquarters at Cleveland, their coal mines being near Massillon.
At Penn's Manor, near Philadelphia., Pa., out subject was born September 30, 1820. The family of which he is a member originated in England, whence his great-grandfather, Jonathan Mutton, emigrated to America in company with William Penn and settled at Penn's Manor, in what is now Bucks County, where he died. Grandfather Jonathan Burton was a farmer in his native State, Pennsylvania, where he passed his entire life. The father of our subject, William Burton by name, was born near Philadelphia, and during his early life engaged as a civil engineer, but later became a contractor and builder. Among the public works which he constructed in Pennsylvania was a part of the Delaware division of the Pennsylvania Canal aid also the Delaware and Chesapeake, in which venture he was unfortunate, losing all he invested. He also contracted part of the Philadelphia & Trenton Railroad and one of the first recollections of our subject is that of riding with his father in the first ears ever run on the road, they being drawn by horses.
The mother of our subject, Rosanna (Calbraith) Burton, was born in County Antrim, Leland, of Scotch descent, and died when quite young. Jonathan Prescott was the youngest child in the family circle and was reared in his native place, his education being gained at Penn's Manor. When seventeen years old, he went, to Trenton, N. J., where he spent one year, and proceeded thence to the city of New York. e entered the employ of Lord & Taylor, a prominent firm of that city, which is still in existence. When less than twenty, he embarked in business for himself as a merchant, the firm name being Brown & Burton, and for a short time remained in that connection, doing an extensive business and gaining a practical experience, which was of inestimable value to him in the business transactions of later years.
In 1842. Mr. Burton removed to Philadelphia, where he engaged in the wholesale dry-goods business under the firm name of Burton & Greis, the partnership continuing until 1896. Afterward he became a member of the firm of Davis, Burton & Co., and for nine years was engaged in the French and India importing trade. During that time, he was for the most part stationed in Europe, at Lyons and Paris, where he had charge of purchasing the goods and shipping them to New York and Philadelphia. Meanwhile, he traveled through the continent and visited the principal points of interest. Until 1858, when he withdrew from the connection, the firm of Davis, Burton & Co. transacted the most extensive business in New York and
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Philadelphia, which in those days were at the head of the importing trade.
The year 1859 witnessed the arrival of Mr. Barton at Massillon, where he remained for two years. His former partner, Mr. Davis, had become an officer on Gen. J. C. Fremont's staff, stationed at St. Louis, Mo., and, being ill, sent for our subject. It was in the year 1861 when, on account of the war, all business was injured, and especially the iron trade, in which Mr. Burton was interested at Massillon. Accordingly, he went to St. Louis and became Deputy Military Quartermaster of the Western army, a position which he occupied for more than six months with notable ability.
When the depression in business circles ceased, Mr. Burton returned to Massillon, where he purchased the stock in the furnace and established the business, continuing alone until 1876. He then founded the corporation known as the Burton Furnace Company, of which he has since been President. The Massillon Coal has the reputation of being the finest soft coal in the world for fuel, and at that time it was the only coal that could be used raw without coking in the manufacture of iron from ore. He laid the plans to rebuild the furnaces with a capital stock of $200,000, but finding that coke was far superior for the purpose intended, changed his plans and bought the furnace at Canal Dover, which had been on a large scale and now has all the modern improvements for the manufacture of pig iron.
In July, 1879, the Ridgeway-Burton Company was organized with Mr. Burton as President, and they engage as dealers in coal and iron ore, their office being located at No. 39 South Erie Street, Massillon, and No. 204 Superior Street, Cleveland, Ohio. In 1880, Mr. Burton organized the Fox Lake Coal Company with a view to consolidate and define his interest with the Ohio and Pennsylvania Coal Company, and opened mines convenient for market at Cleveland, his object being to reach different markets without a transfer on railroads. he is by far the most extensive operator of coal and iron here and is an acknowledged authority on all matters pertaining to the business.
On the corner of Prospect and Main Streets, Mr. Burton tins a beautiful residence and there, surrounded by his family, he finds relaxation from the business cares that crowd upon him. He was first married in Philadelphia, in 1845, his wife being Elizabeth Jenkinson, who was born in Maryland and died at Massillon in 1867. In February, 1871, he was united in marriage with Miss Mary E. Zerbe, a native of Stark County, Ohio, her father, Jonathan Zerbe, having been at one time a prominent business man of Massillon. Mr. and Mrs. Burton are the parents of four children: Alice C., Clara, Jonathan Prescott, Jr., and Courtney, all of whom have received splendid educational advantages and are intelligent as well as highly popular in social circles.
In his political connection, Mr. Burton is firm in his support of the principles of the Republican party. e served as a member of the City Council for two terms, during which time he was Chairman of the Finance Committee. e was reared in the Society of Friends. As a Master and Royal Arch Mason, a business man of superior attainments, and a man of honor, his position is among the foremost residents of Massillon, where he has so long made his home.
JOHN YINGLING. Favorably located in Perry Township, Stark County, is a tract of one hundred and nineteen acres, which is owned and operated by the gentleman above named. It is supplied with such barns, granaries, etc., as are needed, and the trees and vines that supply the family with various fruits in their season. Mr. Yingling has been engaged in farming during the greater part of his life since arriving at years of discretion, find makes of his vocation both an art and a science. He was born in Massillon, September 13, 1840, and is the son of John and Helena (Gugor) Yingling, natives of Prussia.
Bidding adieu to their old home in Germany, the parents of our subject in 1840 set sail for America and twenty-one days later landed in the
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city of New York. Thence they came via the Hudson River and Erie Canal to Buffalo, where they boarded a lake steamer, which conveyed them to Cleveland, from which city they came to Massillon by the canal. After a residence in that place for a number of years, Mr. and Mrs. Yingling finally located on the farm where our subject is residing at the present time. Their first home in the new country was a log cabin, where they resided until the land was placed under cultivation and they had the means and time to replace the rude structure with a more comfortable dwelling. Here the father died in 1871, being followed to the better land the succeeding year by his good wife. The family of three children bore the respective names of John, Frank find Helena, the latter being the widow of George Helena. The father was one of the prominent German pioneers of Perry Township, and religiously, was a member of the Catholic Church.
He whose name heads this sketch has always made his (home in this county, where he received a good education both in the German and English languages. When ready to establish a home of his own, he was married to Miss Regina Sibilo, who was also a native of Massillon, having been born December 25, 1842, to Nicholas and Regina Sibilo, natives of the Fatherland. The father of Mrs. Yingling emigrated to America in 1841, and on taking up his abode in Massillon, engaged fit the grocery business, in which line of trade he was more than ordinarily successful. The mother of Mrs.Yingling accompanied her parents to the United States when eleven years of age, find they also located in Perry Township.
Of the large family of children born to our subject and his wife, twelve are living, namely: Flora, Mrs. John Frantz; Theresa, Mrs. Theodore Cramer; Frederick, Louis, Anthony; Ida, Mrs. Otto Kohn; Clara, Amelia, Charles, George, William and Catherine. Mr. Yingling, as before stated, owns a valuable farm containing one hundred and nineteen acres, which he has placed under the best cultivation. In the prosecution of the work to which he has devoted himself, he is energetic prudent and efficient, winning thereby a fair share of the substantial benefits that accrue from such labors. His political sentiments have led him to identify himself with the Democratic party, and his reputation among his fellow-citizens as a man of exemplary habits and unimpeachable integrity is of the best. He is now serving as a Democratic committeeman of Perry Township, and religiously, is associated with the work of the Catholic Church as one of its most valued members.
CAPT JOHN JACOBS, an old and prominent settler of Stark County, Ohio, and all ex-canal-boat man, has for some time been successfully a operating a coal mine on his farm, and is also engaged in agricultural pursuits. he was born in Franklin County, Pa., April 15, 1812, and owing to the fact that he was left an orphan at an early day, and was reared by strangers, he was never an attendant at school. After remaining with those who gave him a shelter, and assisting them with the laborious duties of the farm, he started out to make his own way in the world without a cent, and so anxious was he to become independent and to secure employment, that he at first labored for $3 per month amid afterward $4.50.
In the spring of 1837, he came all the way to Ohio on foot, over the mountains via Pittsburgh, from which place he took a boat to Wellsville, Ohio, after which he came, to Stark County, finally reaching Massillon, where he found that his capital consisted of just $9. He soon secured employment at clearing land and building barns, after which he worked in the warehouse of Mr. Rawson, and still later purchased a one-half interest in the "Halcyon" in partnership with a Mr. McCully, but at the end of two years sold his interest, and in partnership with the Rawsons, purchased the "Acadia," of which he became Captain, and which he ran between Massillon and Cleveland, the journey occupying four days, and sixty-five miles of it being made by canal. Some years Inter, he sold his share in
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this boat and bought a one-half interest in two boats, but later disposed of his interest in these also. During this time, he purchased one hundred acres of land two and a half miles from Massillon, and while absent looking after his boats, the farm was ably managed by his wife. He became the owner of the boat "Eldridge,'' and for eighteen years of his career, he held the title of Captain.
Later Capt. Jacobs and a Mr. Bowman purchased a mercantile establishment, but at the end of one year closed out their stock and our subject turned his attention to farming and the coal business, leasing the coal on his farm. Some years later, he opened a coal mine at Canal Fulton for Cleveland parties, and later opened a mine on land belonging to Mr. finish, and one on his own land, and has since been one of the most extensive coal miners and dealers of the county. He is the owner of four farms: an improved farm of one hundred and seventy acres in Tuscarawas Township; two in Lawrence Township one comprising one hundred and fifty-six acres, and the other one hundred and fifteen acres and one containing one hundred and seventy acres in Jackson Township. He operates the last in partnership with J. G. Warwick, whom he has been associated for the past twenty-five years. Besides this valuable property, he owns about four hundred and eighty acres of improved land in Adair County, Iowa, and one hundred and Sixty acres in McLean County, Ill. While on the canal, he operated both freight and packet boats, and at one time made the run from this point to Cleveland and back again in four days, never taking any rest except while eating.
Our subject is a Director and one of the organizers of the First National Bank of Massillon, and owns stock in the Hicks Brown Flouring Mill of Mansfield, in which his daughter and sons are partners. This mill has n five hundred barrel capacity. He is interested in the Western Straw Board Company at St. Mary's, and is also one of its Directors and stockholders. He has been a resident of Massillon since 1869, but still looks after his farms and his coal interests. He is a partner in the Millport Coal Company, and also owns some business blocks in Massillon. He is a wide-awake and enterprising man of business, and is essentially self-educated and self-made. He was married in Massillon in 1841, to Miss Caroline Cannon, a native of Pennsylvania, who came with her parents to Ohio when a child. She died March 6, 1886, having become the mother of the following children: Warren, Secretary and Treasurer of the Massillon Bridge Works; Oliver S., Secretary, Treasurer and Superintendent of the Western Straw Board Company; Carrie, bur's. Hicks Brown, and three Children that died in childhood. Mr. Jacobs supports the measures of Democracy, and in every respect has been one of the enterprising and pushing citizens of the county, and has done much to make it the flourishing agricultural and commercial region that it now is. He deserves great credit for his success in life, and points an excellent lesson to the youth of to-day, whose advantages for advancement are so much greater than his were.
JOHN URSCHEL.. The world is crowded with men and women each trying to gain success through the different avenues of money-making, and day after day the ceaseless round of duty goes on; some giving attention to professional callings, some buying and selling in commercial headquarters, and still others cultivating the soil it is a pretty generally conceded fact that the agriculturist leads the freest and easiest life, since his time is his own through much of the year. And certainly to no class of breadwinners are we indebted for more beneficial results that to the farmer.
Our subject is at the present time identified with the latter named class, and it would be hard to find a more genial, courteous or intellectual gentleman than Mr. Urschel. who is at the present time cultivating the soil on section 12, Bethlehem Township, Stark County, Ohio, where he has a good estate. he is n native of this county, having been born September 16, 1837, and is thus more interested in its welfare than he would be were it otherwise. He is the son of Daniel and Barbara
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Urschel, natives of Germany, who determined to emigrate to the New World in 1835. They set sail from Bremen in a sailing vessel, and, after a tedious voyage, landed on American shores, thence coming directly to this county and taking up their abode in Bethlehem Township, where they were identified with the early settlers and well-to-do citizens. They resided for some time in a log house al an uncultivated tract of land, which the father by much hard labor placed under good improvement. The mother departed this life Mach 29, 1885, and the father died December 25, 1887.
Mr. Urschel of this sketch was the fourth in order of birth of the, parental family, of whom we mention those surviving: Catherine, Mrs. Peter Roche; Barbara, wife of Peter Strauss; Daniel; our subject; Andrew; Phoebe, the wife of Frederick Leifer; and Jacob. Our subject has always lived in his native county, where he was reared on a farm and gained a sound, practical knowledge of agricultural pursuits, which has been his life calling, with the exception of eight years spent in the tanning business in Lucas County, this State. His educational advantages were limited, but he lost no opportunity to improve his mind, and today keeps himself thoroughly posted On what is going on about him in the world.
When ready to establish a home of his own, Mr. Urschel was united in marriage with Miss Mary Schenkel, the ceremony which made them one being performed May 27, 1869. Mrs. Urschel was born in this township to Jacob and Elizabeth Schenkel, the former of whom is deceased. To them has been granted a family of three children, viz.: Daniel F., Jacob J. and William L.
Our subject is the owner of one hundred and fifty-three acres of land, which he has improved, has under a fine state of tillage and has erected thereon neat frame buildings. He now stands among the foremost agriculturists of this township, who have contributed so largely to the prosperity of this part of the State. With true public spirit and characteristic liberality, he has aided every enterprise that would in any way advance the welfare of the community. e is a Democrat in politics, and although frequently solicited to hold public office, has always refused to do so, preferring the quiet of home life to the worry and turmoil of official positions. He is greatly interested in church affairs and is a prominent and devoted member of the English Reformed Church, which lady he serves as Deacon. His wife is also a member of that denomination and they both occupy a high place in the esteem of all acquaintances.
EDWARD L. HERING, grocery and produce merchant, located at the corner of Tremont and Duncan Streets, also a prominent livery-man and President of the City Council of Massillon, was born near that city on the 3d of April, 1863, and is a son of Peter Hering, who was born in New York City. The grandfather, Philip Hering, was born in Germany and was a laborer. Thinking to better his condition, the latter carne to America at an early date, and first settled in New York City, but later came to Massillon and was one of the prominent men of this locality.
Peter Hering's early life was passed in Massillon, Ohio, and he learned the trade of machinist, which he followed the principal part of his life. he was a very skilled workman and was engaged with Russell A, Co. for some time. His death occurred in 1878. he married Miss Elizabeth Walters, a native of Germany, who came with her parents to this country when but a little girl. Her father died here two yeas later. He was a member of the St. John's Evangelical Church. The mother is still living, and now makes her home with our subject.
Edward L. Hering, the second in order of birth of five children, attended the Second Ward School in Massillon until thirteen years of age, after which he was employed in the livery barn of D. C. Bunnell, where he remained two years. After this, he was with Russell & Co. for some time, and later ran a drill press for a year. Still later, he was employed as clerk by his mother, who hand started the grocery and produce business in 1878 in one room, and this he continued until twenty years of
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age. In 1883, he bought the stock and has continued business alone since that time. He is a young man of good business acumen, progressive in his ideas, and well understands everything connected with his business. Energetic, reliable and trustworthy, his business is conducted on the most elevated plane of mercantile honor, and is one of the representative enterprises in its line in this section. e has enlarged his store, added to it in every way, and his stock is always fresh and new. He keeps two wagons on the road all the time.
In connection with this, Mr. Hering is also engaged in the livery business, and in 1892 he erected a good barn, 30x64 feet, on the corner opposite his store, and has been successfully engaged in this since. he is also the owner of considerable other real estate in Massillon, and is one of the most successful and popular young business men of the place. In 1888, he was elected to the City Council from the Second Ward and was on a number of committees. In 1891, he was elected President of the Board. He is a member of the Knights of Pythias and a member of the Evangelical Church. In politics, he adheres strongly to the Republican party, has been a delegate to county conventions and has been in city and county Republican conventions.
CHARLES A. KRIDER, Sheriff of Stark County, find a resident of Canton, was born in Tuscarawas Township, this county, on the 2d of August, 1817, and is a son of Samuel and Anna Augustine Krider. His father was born on the 23d of January, 1811, in Franklin County, Pa., and the grandfather of our subject, George Krider, was born March 24, 1789. The latter married Fannie Hoover, who was born December 25, 1788, and unto them were born seven sons and two daughters. The Krider family is of Swiss origin, and the Hoover family of German descent. In 1819, George Krider came with his family to Stark County, Ohio, where he spent the remainder of his life, his death occurring in 1873. The children of his family were: Samuel, Jeremiah, Benjamin, John, George, Abraham, Solomon, Sarah, and Eliza, wife of A. J. Stahl. Sarah died in Pennsylvania before the family came to the West.
Samuel Krider was reared upon a farm until the age of nineteen years, when he went to Pennsylvania and learned the tailor's trade. He then returned to his home, in 1832, and on the 26th of November voted for Gen. Jackson. He was married January 9, 1835, in Perry Township, to Ann Augustine, daughter of Andrew and Elizabeth (Slusser) Augustine. Three children were born of their union and two sons are yet living: Benjamin, who resides in Noble County, Ind.; and Charles, the efficient Sheriff of Stark County. Mr. Krider was a well-known citizen and prominent in the community where he made his home. In 1864, he was elected Justice of the Peace, and filled that office for twenty-eight years. He was School Director for the long period of thirty years, and the cause of education found in him a warm friend. he also represented his county in the State Legislature for three years, and was a stalwart Democrat. he held membership in the Reformed Church, and served as one of its Deacons. he was a leading and influential citizen of the community, and passed away June 6, 1892. His wife resides at the old homestead in Tuscarawas.
Charles A. Krider, whose name heads this record, spent the days of his boyhood and youth upon his father's farm, where he was reared to habits of industry. In time common schools he acquired his education, and under the parental roof he remained until 1889, when he was elected to his present of lice. By close attention to all the details of his office and by industrious and persevering effort, he met with good success along that line. he was Deputy Sheriff from December, 1883, to June, 1886. Mr. Krider on the 24th of December, 1889, was married to Mrs. Sarah J. Mobley, of Canal Fulton, daughter of Samuel Miller. Since January, 1890, our subject has made his home In Canton, having been elected to the position of Sheriff of Stark County in the month of November, for a term of two years. The faithful and prompt manner in which be discharges his duties proves that
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the people's confidence in him as a capable man for the office was not misplaced, as he was re-elected by a largely increased majority in 1891. Mr. Krider is widely and favorably known throughout Stark County, where he has spent his entire life, and has many friends among its best citizens.
COL. THOMAS S. WEBB. The older members of a community are doubly entitled to the respect and esteem of their neighbors when their long lives have been replete with acts of kindness, and their whole career marked by integrity and uprightness. The time-honored and respected gentleman whose name appears at the head of this sketch, was formerly a Colonel of the State militia under Gov. Lucas, and later under Secretary Stanton. he has been a resident of Massillon since 1829, and a brief notice of his early career will be of interest to the people of this section. He was born at Salem, Columbiana County, Ohio, May 6, 1807; his father, John Webb, having been born in Harford County, Md., and the grandfather, also John Webb, in Chester County, Pa. The latter, upon leaving his native State, first removed to Harford County, Md., but in 1804 settled near Salem, Ohio, where he entered six hundred and forty acres of land, which at that time was in a very primitive condition. By hard work he greatly enhanced its value, and at his death it was divided among this seven sons and three daughters. The paternal great-grandfather was a Quaker, and upon leaving his native land, England, settled in Chester County, Pa.
,John Webb, the father of the subject of this sketch, was apprenticed to learn the hatter's trade at Baltimore, Md., and before coining to Ohio entered the employ of a Mr. Jordan, a hatter, with whom he remained until his parents were settled at Salem and sent for him, he established himself in business, and for many years thereafter kept a public hotel. he died in 1827. His wife, Phebe Smith, was born in Loudoun County, Va., a daughter of Thomas Smith, a native of Bucks County, Pa., but who afterward became a farmer of Loudoun County, Va. In 1792, he settled on the Ohio River, at Georgetown, Pa., and assisted in laying out the town, and there reared a large family. He was a Quaker. and was active in abolishing slavery in Pennsylvania. Mrs. Phebe (Smith) Webb died at Salem in June, 1822, having become the mother of three sons and three daughters, four of whom grew to maturity. At fourteen years of age, the subject of this sketch was apprenticed to learn the saddler's trade in New Lisbon, and after completing his apprenticeship, at the end of four years he worked at his trade in Youngstown, after which he peddled for eight months. He then came to Massillon at the solicitation of Dr. Townsend, it friend of his father, and in the fall of 1829, opened a shop here, which he conducted with success for three years. In 1831. He married Miss Margaret Harbaugh, a native of Hagertown, Washington County, Md., a sister-in-law of Judge Eberhard. In 1832, he opened a public house, and from the first this enterprise met with success. In 1846, a Mr. Spangler, a traveling man from Philadelphia, stopped at his house and was so pleased with the way it was conducted that he wrote Mr. Webb to come to Philadelphia and look at a house in that city; this he did, and with some assistance from Mr. Spangler, he opened the Eagle House, which he ably managed for five years. he next converted three dwellings in that city into a block known as the Union Hotel, and as he conducted a model house, he prospered financially, and at the end of five years he began conducting the United States Hotel at Atlantic City, but at the end of two years, or in 1857, returned to Massillon, and here purchased property with the intention of making this place his home. He also bought one thousand acres of land two miles from the town, and after conducting it for one year he rented it and from time to time sold portions of it. he has started his sons in the hotel business in Philadelphia, and, like their father before them, they are doing well. About 1859, Mr. Webb built the Gas Works of Massillon, but at the end of one year sold out to a company from Philadelphia.
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times, he gave considerable attention to horse trading and buying, and made ten trips to Baltimore and Washington, D. C., to dispose of his animals. He was deeply interested in politics during the campaign of William Henry Harrison for the Presidency and headed many processions in his honor. In 1836, he made the race for County Sheriff on the Republican ticket, and although the Democratic party usually had a majority of eight hundred votes, he came within seventeen votes of being elected. he was made Colonel of the State militia in 1836, and in 1861 was appointed Post Commander of Massillon by Secretary of War Stanton, and was commissioned Colonel by him and placed in command of the One Hundred and Fourth and One Hundred and Fifteenth Ohio Regiments, but was forbidden by his doctor to take an active part in the war. Later, he received a commission from Stanton to go out as Paymaster, but refused for the same reason. He and his wife became the parents of six children: Alonzo, who died at the age of twenty-three years; Jesse, who resides with his father; Frank, who was a wholesale grocer and at his death, at the age of forty-four years, left n wife and two children; the three youngest children died in childhood. His wife was called from life January 31, 1887, in her seventy-third year. Prior to going to Philadelphia, Col. Webb was a Knight Templar in the Masonic fraternity, but is not particularly interested in that order at the present time. He has been a member of the Episcopal Church for the past twenty years, and has always supported the principles of Republicanism.
DAVID HEMPERLY. Stark County seat many brave, patriotic, self-sacrificing men to the front during the Civil War, in those times that tested a man's loyalty and devotion to his country. Among them was David Hemperly, who won honor as a soldier, having participated in many of the most important and hard-fought battles of that period. he is now quietly pursuing farming in Tuscarawas Township, and has done good service here in the aid he has given his fellow-agriculturists in promoting the growth of this part of the county.
Like many of the best citizens of this section, our subject was born in Pennsylvania, his native place being Lebanon County, and the date of his birth November 6, 1845. His parents, who were also natives of the Keystone State, were David and Mary Hemperly. The former dying in his native State, the mother emigrated to this county with her family, when our subject was a babe of six months, mid located on a farm in Tuscarawas Township. She was the mother of six children, all of whom are living with one exception, and bear the respective names of Daniel, John, Samuel, Mary, Henry and David. Mrs. Hemperly, a most estimable lady, succeeded in keeping her family together, and trained them in a manner to make of them good and useful citizens. She Survived her worthy husband until December, 1889, when she too passed away.
David, of this sketch, was given a fair education in the primitive schools of that early day, and early in life acquired a knowledge of farming, which has served him to good account. At the early age of eleven years, he learned the blacksmith's trade, which occupation he followed with fair success for fifteen years. On the outbreak of the Civil War, he enlisted, August 2, 1862, as a member of Company E, One Hundred and Fourth Ohio Infantry, being mustered in as a private. With his company, he was sent to join the Army of the Tennessee, and as a member of that body, served all through the Atlanta campaign. When Sherman marched to the sea, Mr. Hemperly was transferred to Schofield's department, under the direct command of Gen. Thomas, and took part in the battle and siege of Nashville. He later fought at Buzzard's Roost, Dalton, Resaca, Pumpkin Vine Creek, Chattahoochee, and many others of minor importance. He was captured at Raleigh, N. C. but made his escape within twenty-four hours after his confinement.
On receiving his honorable discharge, in May, 1865, our subject returned home and resumed the calling which he had abandoned when he took up arms in defense of his country. November 4, 1869,
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he was married to Miss Sarah A., daughter of Martin and Mary Rudy, early settlers of Stark County. Mrs. Hemperly was born March 10, 1846, and by her union with our subject has become the mother of seven children, one of whom is deceased. Those living are: William, Delta, Clarence, Nettie, Walter Saddie and Myrtle.
The landed estate of our subject comprises seventy-nine acres, whose value he has increased since it came into his possession by many substantial improvements, including a comfortable residence, which is neatly and tastefully furnished, marking the presence of an intelligent household. Mr. Hemperly owes his present circumstances solely to his own industry, and in his career he has shown himself to he possessed of those faculties that are requisite to success-sagacity, far reaching forethought, and practical tenacity of purpose.
RICHARD R. PORTER, who is now engaged in the practice of veterinary Surgery in Canal Fulton, is widely known throughout this part of Ohio, and is a prominent man. He was born in Beaver County, Pa., February 14, 1819. His father, Richard Porter, was born in Ireland, December 15, 1774, and when nineteen years of age, crossed the Atlantic with his two brothers, Thomas and Patrick. He settled in Pennsylvania, and in Washington County married Nancy Johnston, a native of Scotland. She was reared on the Emerald Isle, however, and in 1795 came to the United States. The father of our subject followed farming in Beaver County until his death in 1841. The mother afterward came to Ohio and lived with her son until called to her final rest in 1869, at the age of ninety-two years. Her family was noted for longevity, and her mother, who was a native of Ireland, reached the advanced age of one hundred and four years.
In the Porter family were five Sons and four daughters, all of whom grew to mature years, were married and reared families, but Eleanor, John A., James, Thomas, Margaret and Betsy are now deceased. Alexander also passed away at the age of seventy-six years. Ann is the wife of Joseph Rhodes, of Darlington, Pa.
Our subject was the fifth son and eighth child in the family. He began his education in the district schools and completed it in the Darlington Academy, being a schoolmate of Judge Forward, of Pittsburgh, Judge Agnew, of Beavertown, and ninny other distinguished men. After finishing school, Mr. Porter turned his attention to farming and surveying, and at the age of twenty-four also began auctioneering. He is now the oldest auctioneer in the State. He also taught a singing school at the same time, and followed the threshing business. In 1853, he came to Stark County, and purchased a farm on section 8, Lawrence Township, where he engaged in general farming and stock-raising until 1875.
In Beaver, Pa., November 9, 1891, Mr. Porter married Keziah Martin, who was his faithful Companion and helpmate for ninny years. In 1889, he was called upon to mourn the loss of his wife, who died in Canal Fulton, on the 27th of March. They were the parents of six children: Naucy Jane, now the wife of George Kilgore, of Hastings, Neb., a railroad employe; Maria, wife, of Rev. J. V. Lurch, Chaplain of the Central National Home, of Dayton, Ohio; John Newton, who served for four years in the late war, returned home in 1865, and died in 1878; Thomas J., who for three years wore the blue, is now a druggist of Canal Fulton; Joseph M. is a practicing physician of New York City; and Charles F. is a leading dentist of Massillon, Ohio.
Mr. Porter continued to reside upon his farm until 1875, when he sold out and removed to Canal Fulton. He then engaged in the grain business, and built a warehouse, carrying on operations in that line until 1890, when he sold out and began the practice of veterinary Surgery, having been a student of the profession when a young man. He also engaged in buying wool for twenty-six years, in connection with his other business interests. His possessions have all been acquired through his own efforts, and his industry and good management have won him a comfortable competence.
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Mr. Porter takes an active interest in political affairs, and is a stalwart Republican. He has held all the township offices, and is now Treasurer, having served as such for eight years. In 1864, he was elected County Commissioner, and became interested in building the first iron bridges of the county. He has superintended the work of more than sixty iron bridges, and his interest in this improvement has been of incalculable benefit to the county. In 1867, he was again elected County Commissioner for a second term of three years, and in 1870 was elected a member of the State Board of Public Works, which position he held for twelve years, being three times re-elected. The promptness and fidelity with which he has always discharged his duties have won him the commendation of all, and led to his frequent re-election.
For forty years Mr. Porter has been a member of the Odd Fellows' society, and now belongs to Lawrence Lodge No. 297, I. O. O. F., of Canal Fulton. He has filled all its offices and is now Past Grand. The public and private life of Mr. Porter are alike above reproach. He has been true to every trust reposed in him, his career has been upright and honorable, and to the community he has proved a valued citizen. His name is inseparably connected with the history of the county, and in its annals he well deserves representation.
JOSEPH SMITH. All honor is due to the noble this county who braved the hardships of frontier life, endured many privations, and sacrificed much in order to redeem the land from the wilderness and establish homes for themselves and families. It is to their patient and persistent labors that the growth and prosperity of this section of the country were laid on enduring foundations. Some of these men are still living and are among our most valued citizens. One of these, whose name appears at the head of this biography, may well lay claim to respect as one of the old settlers of the county, in whose development he has borne a part for so many years.
The original of this sketch, who is at present residing in Perry Township, is a native of Pennsylvania, having been born in Cumberland County, October 13, 1815. He was an infant of eighteen months when he accompanied his parents, Jacob and Elizabeth (Rhodes) Smith, to this county. They were also natives of the Keystone State, find on coming to this county located on a new farm among the early settlers of Canton Township. Of their family of ten children, three are now living, those beside our subject being John and David.
Joseph Smith, of this sketch, was reared to man's estate amid the pioneer scenes of farm life in this county, and in an early day used wooden mold board plows and other primitive implements in cultivating his farm. He received his education in an academy, and when his school days were over he settled down to his chosen calling as a farmer.
Mr. Smith, on October 12, 1839, was united in marriage with Miss Nancy Burger, a native of Columbiana County, this State, who was born January 4, 1817. She is the daughter of Peter and Barbara (Werts) Burger, who were also natives of that State and early settlers in the above-named county. When ten years of age, Mrs. Smith accompanied her parents on their removal to this county, at which time they located on a portion of the present site of Massillon. Of the Burger family of nine children, only three survive, namely: Mrs. Catherine Lighter, Rebecca, and Mrs. Smith.
To our subject and his estimable wife have been born eight children, of whom the following seven are living: Alonzo, Darwin B., Cyrus, Jacob, Emma J. (Mrs. J. H. Sponseller), Senora C. (Mrs. John Freeman), find Mary E. Mr. Smith located upon his present farm in 1840. It comprises two hundred acres, upon which he has placed modern improvements, his well-built, commodious buildings being supplied with every convenience, and comparing favorably with the best in the neighborhood. his neatly fenced fields are under an admirable system of tillage, and the rich pastures are capable of sustaining a good deal of stock. Mr. Smith as been the owner of a large estate which he has divided among his children. With his wife,
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he is a devoted member of the German Reformed Church, Mrs. Smith having been a member of that body since fifteen years of age. In politics, he votes with the Democratic party, and is one of the substantial men in his community. Although he is a quiet, unassuming man, the people among whom he has dwelt in peace and amity these many years hold him in warm regard, as they have always found in him a true friend, ever considerate and pleasant in his manner, and they have a high opinion of his personal character, knowing him to be a man of principle and sound integrity.
H. BROSIUS, Postmaster at Alliance, was born in Mahoning County, Ohio, February 27, 1839, and for a quarter of a century has been closely connected with the progress of the city where he now makes his hone. An enterprising citizen, upright man, and veteran of the late war, he is held in high honor by all who know him, and the following brief account of his life will possess more than ordinary interest for the intelligent and patriotic reader.
The name Brosius is of French origin, but the ancestry of the representatives of the family now in America is traced to Germany, where the great-grandfather of our subject was born, Early in the history of the United States, he emigrated hither and made settlement in Pennsylvania, where his children spent their entire lives. The parents of our subject, Harper and Phoebe (Gatchell) Brosius, were natives of Chester County, Pa., whence they removed to Ohio at all early day and settled in a dense wilderness, whose only inhabitants were Indians and wild animals.
A farmer by occupation, Harper Brosius purchased a tract of land in Mahoning County, Ohio, on which he made the first improvements and erected the necessary buildings. He was not exempt from the privations incident to pioneer life, but being a man of undaunted courage and great perseverance, he overcame the obstacles which impeded his progress and attained a competency. In 1846, he removed still farther west and penetrated the sparsely settled county of Cedar, Iowa, where he and his wife died a few mouths after their arrival. They were the parents of ten children, six of whom are now living, worthy and respected citizens of their respective communities.
Thus sadly orphaned and bereft of a father's and mother's care at a time when it was most needed, the little children remained for a short time amid the strange surroundings and the unfamiliar scenes of Cedar County, where the few settlers, although strangers to them, sympathized with them in their deep bereavement, and did all they could to lighten the cloud of sorrow that had swept over their pathway. However, they soon returned to their former home in Mahoning County where our subject, then a lad of seven years, was reared on a farm and became a member of the family of W. Atkinson. During three months each year was permitted to attend the schools of the district, but, other than that, his time was devoted to farm work.
In 1861, when the call came to all patriotic citizens to rally to the defense of their country, Mr. Brosius enlisted as a member of Company A, Thirty-second, Ohio infantry, and marched with his regiment to the front. December 12, 1861, he was wounded at the battle of Alleghany, W. Va., a gun-shot penetrating his right limb just above the knee. He was conveyed to the Beverly (W. Va,) Hospital, from which he was honorably discharged as soon as he recovered from the effects of the wound. He arrived at home February 27, 1862, and, feeling the need of a better education, entered the Reed Institute, in Pennsylvania, where he was a student for two yeas. He made the best use of his opportunities, and the stock of knowledge which he there gained has been constantly increased by a subsequent course of systematic reading.
After leaving the institute, Mr. Brosius resumed work at his trade of a wagon-maker, which he had learned prior to entering the army. In 1867, he came to Alliance, where he clerked in a store for a number of years aid also followed his trade with
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success. March 27, 1889, under the administration of President Harrison, Mr. Brosius was appointed Postmaster at Alliance, a position which he is now filling to the entire satisfaction of the people. It is worthy of record that his brother, C. C., also served as Postmaster, filling that position for fourteen years in a village of Pennsylvania. His father was also Postmaster at Pottersville (now Beloit), Ohio, from 1844 to 1846.
In his political opinion, Mr. Brosius is a Republican of no uncertain tone, and has for years been known as a hard worker in the ranks of that party, the principles of which he believes best adapted to advance the welfare of our Government. He is connected with n number of social organizations, among them the Independent Order of Odd Fellows, the Protected Home Circle, and the Order of Adelphia. The Grand Army of the Republic post at Alliance regards him as one of its most energetic members and ho is at present serving as its Trustee.
The marriage of Mr. Brosius was solemnized in 1872, when Miss Elizabeth J. Getty, of Clarksburgh, Pa., became his wife. They have two children, George E. and Harry E., well-informed and energetic young men, of whose future the parents have great hopes. Mr. and Mrs. Brosius and the elder son are members of the Presbyterian Church and are active in advancing the religious welfare of the city.
GEORGE W. LEIGHTER. A simple narration of fact regarding the life of an individual is undoubtedly the best biographical history that can be written of him. Therefore we shall not endeavor to elaborate upon the incidents in the career of the gentleman whose name heads this sketch. He is at present residing on section 22, Bethlehem Township, where he gives his time and attention to raising good grades of stock and to cultivating the soil. He has met with success in his worldly affairs, and that he is highly respected, it needs but a mention of his name to prove.
Like many of the best residents of Stark County, our subject is a native of Pennsylvania, having been born in Franklin County, June 5, 1825. He is the son of Jacob and Elizabeth (Hounstine) Leighter, who were also natives of Pennsylvania and emigrated to this county in 1831. The trip was made overland, the family bringing with them a few household goods, and on arriving here, made their home for a short time in Pike Township. Thence they removed to Sandy Township, and after a residence there of some years, cane to Prairie Township, where the father became the proprietor of a good farm.
Of the parental family of eight children, only two are living, our subject and his sister Eliza. George W. was reared to man's estate in this county and assisted his father in subduing Nature, building cabins, clearing land, etc. he received a limited education in the district schools, but being of a studious habit and n close observer, he obtained a practical education that has served him to good purpose.
Mr. Leighter has always followed the occupation of an agriculturist, and when fifteen years of age began working out by the month on farms, being thus employed until reaching his twenty-fourth year. Having been economical and industrious, he was then enabled to purchase property on his own account, and although subjected at the outset to many inconveniences, he has succeeded in clearing up a fine farm, supplied with good buildings and equipped with the most practical of modern machinery.
The lady whom Mr. Leighter chose as his wife June 24, 1848, was Miss Margaret, daughter of George and Mary Rosenfeller, early ' settlers in Pike Township. To them has been born a family of nine children, of whom we make the following mention: Emily, the wife of Isaac Hoff; Clara, Mrs. John Graves; Elnora, the wife of Samuel Whitener; Elizabeth, Mrs. John Whitmire; Eliza, Mrs. William Beazel; Alice, Mrs. David Whitmer; Jeremiah, Mary and Charles at home.
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point of energy, enterprise and determination, is looked upon as one of the leading men of Bethlehem Township. He is self-made in the broadest sense of that term, and his fine farm stands as a monument to his industry and good management. Mr. Leighter is a stalwart among the Democrats in this section and is a man of good caliber of excellent habits and possesses a keen intelligent mind. With his estimable wife, he is a consistent member of the United Brethren Church, and is a citizen who is most highly respected and well liked by the entire community.
JOSIAH CLUTZ. A plain, untarnished statement of the facts embraced in the life of Mr. Clutz, the efficient Commissioner of Stark County, Ohio, is all that we profess to be able to give in this history of the county; and yet, upon examination of those facts, there will be found the career of one whose entire course through the world has been marked by great honesty and fidelity of purpose. A self-made man in every sense of that much abused term, Mr. Clutz has made all his property by industry and indomitable perseverance. He was born near Graeffenburgh, Adams County, Pa., on the 13th of February, 1831, and no doubt inherited all his thrift and perseverance from his German ancestors.
Our subject's father, Joseph Clutz, was a native of the Keystone State also, and was a tiller of the soil in Adams County, that State, until 1843, when the fertile soil of Ohio tempted him to settle within its borders. He located near Aft. Vernon, Knox County, Ohio, and continued to cultivate the soil until 1852, when he reproved to Fulton County, Ill., and there passed the closing scenes of his life. He was a member of the Lutheran Church. He married Miss Eva Altland, a native of Adams County, Pa., and she died in Illinois when eighty-four years of age. Of the nine children born to this worthy couple, eight grew to mature years and tore now living. Josiah Clutz, the second eldest of this family, came to the Buckeye State when twelve years of age, and, with his parents and other members of the family, made the trip with horse and wagon. He remained under the parental roof and assisted his father on the farm until 1849, or until he was eighteen years of age, securing a limited education in the primitive log schoolhouse of pioneer days. At the above-mentioned age, he began learning the gunsmith trade at Millwood, remaining thus engaged for three years, and afterward worked as journeyman in a small place for the same length of time. In the fall of 1855, he went to Iowa and was engaged in business in Muscatine until January of the following year, when he returned to Millwood. There he continued to follow his trade. He was married there in 1858 to Mrs. Eliza Kelley, who was born near Millwood, and continued to carry on his business at that place until the 1st of July, 1861, when he came to Massillon, making the journey with team and wagon. He located on Main Street and followed his trade here for twenty-one years. In 1882, he purchased the property he now owns, built a shop, and is one of the first-class workmen of the State. His superior workmanship has attracted the attention of all, and he has all the trade he can possibly attend to. He is the oldest and principal gunsmith here.
In the spring of 1887, he was elected a member of the Council from the Third Ward, and filled that position in a creditable and satisfactory manner for two terms. He was Chairman of the Street and Alley Committee and was on numerous other committees. In 1889, he was Deputy Auditor of the City Board of Equalization, and in 1890 he Deputy was Auditor of the Board of Real-estate Affairs. In 1891, he was re-elected to both positions. In the fall of that year, he was elected County Commissioner on the Democratic ticket, still is the present incumbent of that position. He devotes till his time to the duties of this office, and is a most capable and efficient official. His marriage was blessed by the birth of four children, but only one reached mature years, Joseph, who formerly had charge of the gun shop. He was drowned on the 20th of June, 1892, while attempt-
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ing to rescue parties during the floods at that time. Drs. Clutz' maiden name was Welker, and by her marriage to Mr. Kelley she became the mother of two daughters and a son, of whom one, a daughter, reached nature years and is now Mrs. Mary M. McBride, of Massillon, Ohio. In politics, Mr. Clutz is a Democrat, and has been a delegate to county conventions.
OLIN B. ZETTLER. Since coming to Canton in 1882, Mr. Zettler has become well known as the proprietor of the West Lawn Greenhouses and Nursery, located one-fourth of a mile north of the hospital, and which are the headquarters for plants, trees and shrubs of all kinds. His success has been far beyond his expectations, although not more than he is fairly entitled to through his indefatigable exertions and excellent judgment.
In Sandusky, Erie County, Ohio, our subject was born February 16, 1855, the eldest son in the family. John and Cresenia (Keiffer) Zettler, his parants, were natives of Germany, who emigrated to this country early in life and settled in Erie County, where the father followed his occupation of a farmer. In 1867, he removed to Canton, where for several years he was an employe of C. Aultman & Co. His death, which occurred in 1886, was mourned not alone by his immediate family, but by the large circle of warm friends whom his upright life had won. The mother is still living.
When twelve years old, our subject accompanied his parents to Canton, and here he gained his education in the common schools. In his youth he learned thee trade of a carpenter, which, however, he did not follow for a livelihood, but abandoned it to engage in his present business. In his fine greenhouses he keeps a full stock of plants and has large varieties of flowers. As above mentioned, he has been successful and has accumulated a competency in the honorable discharge of his business affairs.
Mr. Zettler possesses an unusual inventive genius, and is widely known as the inventor of the sash-lock and sash-lift, on which he received a patent September 11, 1888, and which will undoubtedly be in common use at no distant day. He is also the inventor of Zettler's Revolving Book Case, which can be transformed into a wardrobe with the removal of the shelves. In addition to these, he invented butted glass sash bars, which do away with all puttying and trouble in replacing broken glass.
September 1, 1891, Mr. Zettler met with a very serious loss, when his place of business was burned to the ground, causing an almost entire loss of stock and tools, amounting to $3,000, on which was but $300 insurance. Undaunted by this severe misfortune, he rebuilt at once, put in a complete stock, and is again doing a large business. His career is well worthy the emulation of the young, for he started in life without moneyed capital, but by economy and industry has accumulated a nice property, including nine acres in Canton, and a comfortable residence.
The marriage of Mr. Zettler, January 14, 1879, united him with Miss Rosa, daughter of Nicholas Deville, by whom he has six children, namely: Ferdinand, Lester, Willie, Vincent, Effie and Ralph. The religious home of the family is in the Roman Catholic Church, and their position in social circles is one of prominence.
DANIEL URSCHEL, Among the natives of Germany who now rank among the prominent agriculturists of this county, may he classed the subject of this biographical review, whose life has been such as to reflect credit not only upon himself, but also upon the land of his nativity. he was born May 17, 1835, and was only three months old when he was brought by his parents, Daniel and Barbara Urschel, to this country.
The father and mother of our subject, upon
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landing upon American shores, made their way directly to Stark County, and located in a rude log cabin in Bethlehem Township, where their decease occurred. Daniel's education was obtained in the district schools and amid the usual surroundings of rural life, but his deficiencies in book lore were more than offset by a knowledge of the practical duties of life.
The lady to whom Daniel Urschel owes the comforts of his home became his wife December 17, 1861. She is a native of Holmes County, this State, and bore the maiden name of Caroline Geiger. Mr. and Mrs. Urschel are both members of the Evangelical Association, and together they are enjoying the success which was earned by years of toil.
Our subject is now the owner of ninety acres of valuable land, which he has improved with substantial buildings and all that makes life pleasant and attractive. After studying the political situation, He became a Democrat, and is still connected with the party which was his choice in early manhood. He takes an intelligent interest in all the affairs of the community, but does not seek public honor or put himself forward in public matters.
JOHN MICHENER. The biography which is giver below is that of the gentleman who, though passed to his final reward, still lives in the gracious influence that emanated from him while on earth. He was a native Ohioan, born in Lawrence Township, Stark County, on the farm where his widow now resides, September 10, 1818. His father, Jonathan M., a native of Lancaster County. Pa., came to the Buckeye State as early as 1816, and took up the land now owned by Mrs. Michener. He married Miss Jane Hobson, a native of Jefferson County, Ohio. Both were Quakers in their religious belief.
The subject of this sketch was the second in order of birth of the children born to his parents, and his early days were passed amid the rude surroundings of pioneer life. Ohio was in its youthful days; schools and culture had not yet reached that point where a finished education was the rule and expectation of the mass of the youth as now. His first educational training was in the district schools of Lawrence Township. his father being the teacher, but he subsequently attended school at Canton, where he was well educated for his time and day. His father died in 1839, and our subject and his elder brother were Obliged to support the family. After reaching mature years, he was married to Miss Elizabeth Beatty, a native of Jackson Township, Stark County, Ohio, born July 9, 1828. Mr. Michener Was a Democrat in his political views, and held township offices for about eighteen years, being Assessor, Trustee and School Director. He was a Quaker in his religious views, and died in that faith on the 6th or September, 1886. He was a man of thorough understanding of public affairs, and was interested in every measure for the improvement and development of the county.
The father of Mrs. Michener, John Beatty, was supposed to have been born in Leland, but was retire' in Pennsylvania, near Philadelphia. His wife. Mrs. Michener's mother, was formerly Miss Christiana Powell, also a native of the Keystone State, where She was reared, There Mr. Beatty and she met and married, and they afterward located in Mifflin County, where they made their home until 1824. At that date they cattle to Ohio, and located in Jackson Township, Stark County, where the mother now resides, being ninety-six years of age. The father, too, lived to an advanced age, dying in Jackson Township when in his ninety-fifth year. They had a family of eleven children. six of whom grew to manhood and womanhood, and four daughters are now living. Gen. Beatty was the only son who grew to manhood. The living daughters tire: Rosina, wife of John A. King, Of Henry County, Ohio; Elizabeth widow of our subject: Mariah, widow of John Butler; and Mary, who resides with her mother and has never married.
Mrs. Michener, the fourth in order of birth of the above-mentioned children, was fairly educated in the district schools of Jackson Township, and remained under the parental roof until her marriage to Mr. Michener, August 1, 1816. After
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marriage, this young couple located on the farm now occupied by Mrs. Michener, and there their four children, two daughters and two sons, were born. These are as follows: Mary, at home; John Benton, n lawyer in the city of Canton; Harriet C., deceased; and James W., who married Miss Etta Whipple, and now resides with his mother on the farm. Mrs. Michener owns one hundred and sixty acres, the old homestead, and the third generation now tills the soil of this old place, Mrs. Michener renting the land to her son.
JOSEPH SCHOTT, who resides at No. 17 Lawrence Avenue, and is a contractor and builder of Canton, was born on his father's farm in Sandy Township, Stark County, on the 1st of March, 1834, and is a son of Anthony and Gertrude (Halter) Schott. The parents were born near Strasburg, in Alsace, France. Soon after their marriage in 1831, they emigrated to America, locating in Syracuse, N. Y. The father spent the first year of his residence inn this country in working in the salt fields of that region, after which he came to Stark County, Ohio, settling in Osnaburg. Subsequently he became a resident of Canton, and for five years was employed in the iron works, after which he removed to Tuscarawas County, where his death occurred in 1853. His wife long survived him, and died in Canton in 1886.
Joseph Schott of this sketch is the second in order of birth in a family of five children. The common schools afforded him his educational privileges and in order to earn his own learned the carpenter's trade. After mastering that business, he followed it for many years, and at the same time dealt in real estate on his own account. He laid out and platted what is known as the Keath & Schott Addition to Canton, and by his judicious investments in land has accumulated considerable property. He also owns a cattle ranch in Grayson County, Tex., which is now carried on by his two sons, and sometimes one or two of the daughters stay there.
Mr. Schott has been three times married. In 1860, he was wedded to Miss Caroline Brankle, who died leaving four children; Clara, who was the wife of John Voggelsang, died leaving two daughters; Sylvanus A. and William, who are now on their father's ranch in Texas; and Ella at home. For his second wife, Mr. Schott chose Rosanna Kesler, and they became the parents of a son and a daughter, Albert and Ada. The latter is in Texas with her brothers. The lady who is now Mrs. Schott was in her maidenhood Miss Magdelene Markling, a native of Ohio. They have two daughters, Sadie and Emma, who are yet in school.
In politics, Mr. Schott is a stalwart Democrat, and takes quite an active part in promoting the interests of his party. He has twice represented the Fourth Ward in the City Council, and with promptness and fidelity performed his public duties. He is a man of strict honor and integrity, and the confidence reposed in him is shown by the fact that he has several times been appointed administrator of large estates. At this writing ho has charge of the Adam Lippert estate. Mr. Schott and his wife are members of the St. John's Catholic Church, and are among its liberal supporters. He has succeeded in his business career, for he is a first-class contractor and builder and never fails to carry out his part in an agreement, thus winning universal confidence and esteem.
ORLANDO B. CULLER. This name will be recognized by many of our readers as that borne of a gentleman who has borne an important part in the development of the agricultural resources of the Buckeye State, surrounding Tuscarawas Township, and who has also been a potent factor in the political and municipal affairs of the township mentioned. He is now serving as Trustee of that section, and the work which he is doing conclusively demonstrates the fact that
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he is greatly concerned regarding the improvement of the township.
Mr. Culler may well be interested in this people and country, as he has in both the interest of one born here, whose life has almost entirely been spent in labor with, and for, the citizens of Stark County. His birthplace was in Tuscarawas Town and his natal day February 26, 1841. He is a son of Samuel and Mary (Bidleman) Culler, who were natives of Pennsylvania. The parents emigrated to this county at an early day, where they acquired a good property by hard work and frugal management.
Our subject is the younger of the two children who survive, his brother being Jeremiah Culler. Samuel, another son is deceased. The elder Mr. Caller was prominent in local affairs and served his township in the capacity of Trustee for some years. He stood well among his fellow-citizens, and his reputation for honesty and fairness in all his dealings was of the best. he died in this county in 1885, a devoted member of the Lutheran Church.
Orlando R. Culler, of this sketch, received a careful home training and as good an education as the schools of the time afforded opportunity for, and has applied the principles gained therein to good advantage in carrying on his work. He determined to pursue the calling of a farmer and is now prosecuting successfully his chosen vocation. he is a man of active h:diits, industrious and not afraid of hard work, and thus has found plenty to occupy his time, and attention and does not know what it is to be idle. In connection with his farming interests, Mr. Culler has operated a threshing-machine for the past twenty years, and reaps quite an income from this branch of work.
The, marriage of our subject was solemnized June 26, 1861, at which time Miss Mary A., daughter of David Levers, became his wife. 'Their family now includes the following-named four children: Charles F., Nettie L., Clement A. and Cora B. The estate of Mr. Culler includes eighty- two acres of excellent land and is amply supplied with good buildings, is under a high state of cultivation and universally conceded to be one of the best farms in the township.
In his political relations, he of whom we write is a stanch Democrat. believing that party to be in the right. He is now serving his third term as Township Trustee, and has also been the incumbent of the office of Assessor. He is a good manager, possesses a good degree of foresight, and has his interests under excellent control, and we always find him favoring all things that will in any way benefit township or county.
WILLIAM M. NEWSTETTER, Editor of The Gleaner, the State Organ for the Farmers' Alliance was born in Massillon, Ohio. October 11, 1859, and is a descendant of sturdy German ancestors. His great-grandfather, Conrad Newstetter, was a native of Bremen, Germany, and was the first representative of the Newstetter family in America. He settled in Pennsylvania at a period antedating the revolution, but later moved to the Old Dominion, and from there to the Buckeye State in 1812, entering about one hundred and sixty acres in Tuscarawas Township, where his death occurred about 1826.
His son, and the grandfather of our subject, Henry Newstetter, was a Virginian by birth, having been born on the James River about 1792, and was a soldier in the War of 1812. after returning from the army, he entered land in Ohio and began in true pioneer style to improve and develop it. He married Miss Susannah Voris, daughter of Peter Voris, and on the farm which he had spent the best years of his life in improving, he passed away in 1871. The father of our subject, Henry Newstetter Jr., was born in Tuscarawas Township, Knox County, Ohio, and here he passed his boyhood and youth. At an early age, he began clerking in a dry-goods store in Massillon and continued there until 1889, when he went to Akron, and is now salesman in a dry-goods store there. His wife, whose maiden name was Charlotte Humberger was born near. Brookfield, Ohio and her parents, Jacob and Rachel Humberger, were natives
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of Westmoreland County, Pa. Her parents came to Ohio at all early date and located field, where the father became a very prominent stockman. Later, he located in Massillon and became one of the representative citizens, being a member of the City Council for several terms. His death occurred in this town in 1887. His wife resides in Massillon and is a worthy member of the Presbyterian Church. To Mr. and Mrs. Newstetter were born two children, our subject and Bertha M., who is in the dry-goods store of Allman &, Putman.
The original of this notice was reared in Massillon and received a good, practical education in the city schools. At, the age of fourteen, he entered the printing office of the old Independent, edited by Welker &. Taylor, but later went to Cleveland, where he received thorough instruction for about six months. After this, he returned and took charge of the Independent, then conducted by Charles E. Taylor, and managed that paper until 1886, when he started a job office with a half-medium press and a small amount of type. In November, 1886, he started The Gleaner, then a four-column folio, as an advertising sheet, but it grew so in popularity that it is now a weekly six-column quarto, and has a circulation of over three thousand. April 1, 1892, it was made the State organ, with a circulation of tell thousand, and is devoted to the interests of the Farmers' Alliance and Woman's Suffrage. Mr. Newstetter started as a practical job printer, his only capital being his trade, but by hard work find energy and close application to his calling, he has made a complete success. His presses are run by electricity, and his plant contains the highest grade of cylinder presses, patent folders, and all the latest-improved machinery. He has a complete model of a modern office, in a building erected especially for the business. Ten men are employed all the time. Mr. Newsletter's paper is now thoroughly established, its crisp and trenchant editorials command an ever-widening area of circulation, while they carry with them that weight and authority which a clear, calm and intelligent judgment must secure.
Mr. Newstetter was married in Massillon, in 1884, to Miss Laura C. Vogt, daughter of John Vogt, who is a stone contractor and builder, and proprietor of the Vogt Stone Company. One child has been burn to our subject's union, Malcolm A. Socially, Mr. Newsletter is a Master Mason, and a member of the Knights of Pythias, Uniform Rank; the Order of United American Mechanics, and the Junior Order of United American Mechanics. In politics, our subject is an Independent, favoring the best men, irrespective of party.
CHARLES E. OBERLIN. Massillon ranks deservedly high as a commercial centre, and prominent among its resources is the trade carried on in hardware. Identified with this trade and deserving of notice, is Charles E. Oberlin, who is one of the foremost and far-seeing business men of the place. He is a representative of one of the oldest families in the county, and is the son of Samuel Oberlin (see sketch). He was born in Massillon on the 24th of February, 1855, was next to the youngest child born to his parents, find was reared and educated in his native town, being graduated from the High School when about eighteen years of age.
Our subject subsequently entered the hardware store of S. A. Conrad as clerk, and continued as such for about ten years, after which he became junior partner, about 1883. Even at that age he displayed unusual sagacity and shrewdness as a business man, and remained a member of this firm until 1888, attending strictly to the buying and selling. The firm then dissolved partnership, and in the spring of that year our subject branched out in business for himself. he has n large double store at Nos. 12 and 14 North Erie Street, J. F. Hess' old stand, and the building is three stories in height and is 50x65 feet in dimensions. An elevator is in this building. Mr. Oberlin put in a fine new stock of shelf hardware and miner's supplies, paints, oils, etc., and has a large and flourishing trade. He is an energetic and thorough man of business, anti is highly esteemed, being honorable in all his dealings.
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Our subject is a Director of the Massillon Building and Loan Association, and takes an interest in other enterprises of the city. He owns a pleasant home on Fremont Street, and is the owner of other residences in the city. In the year 1887, he selected his wife in the person of Miss Ella Miller, who was born in Massillon, and whose father, William T., is a moulder with Russell & Co., of this city. Mr. and Mrs. Oberlin are the parents of one child, Howard H. Public-spirited and enterprising, Mr. Oberlin has ever taken an active interest, in all worthy enterprises, and has given liberally of his means to further the same. He is President of the City Board of Teachers' Examiners, and has been a member of the same for four years. Socially, he is a Royal Arch Mason, and a member of the Royal Arcanum, also a member of the Junior Order of American Mechanics. he holds membership in the Methodist Episcopal Church, and is a Trustee in the same. In politics, he is a Republican.
ALEXANDER HURFORD, a retired capitalist of Canton, was born in this city, November 25, 1817, and is a son of Thomas and Mary (Wilcoxen) Hurford. His mother was born in Brooke County, Va., and was a daughter of Greenbury Wilcoxen, who was of Dutch descent. The Hurfords were of Scotch heritage. The father of our subject was born in the eastern part of Maryland in 1780, and was a farmer and miller. He came to Canton in 1807, and built a gristmill and distillery, which were known as the Hill ford Mills and Still House. Later, he engaged in merchandising, which he carried on for some time.
The subject of this sketch was educated in the village schools. but his advantages were united, as the session each year lasted for only about three months. At, the age of twelve, he began working on the farm, plowing, seeding, etc., and while yet a boy was often required to drive from four to six horses to a wagon. He remained at home until the death of his father and then entered the employ of Hull & Shepherd, commission merchants, receiving $25 per month. He was required to look after the warehouse, and did this work for thirty-five months, during which time he gained a good knowledge of business methods. He then embarked in farming, which he has continued more or less till his life. He ran a mill near Wellsville, and engaged in its operation until 1842, when he sold out, carne back to Canton and bought a part of his father's farm and the mill. Going South on business, he stopped at Vicksburg and at Memphis, Tenn., and from there went by boat up the Yazoo River to Williams' Landing, after which he returned to Wellsville, Ohio.
Mr. Hurford married Miss Elizabeth Swearingin, of Hanover, January 28, 1812, daughter of E. Sweariugin, and settled with his bride on the farm above mentioned, and also carried on the mill formerly owned by his father, a portion of the old homestead. He then carried on farming aid milling for a number of years, when, on nccount of failing health, he sold out. Having recovered from his illness, he began dealing in cattle, sheep and horses which he drove to Pittsburgh, and in this line of trade made considerable money. His next business venture was in supplying ties, wood and lumber, and in constructing bridges for the Ohio & Pennsylvania Railroad, after which he bought wood and ties for the same road, with which he was connected for fifteen years. Subsequent to that time, various enterprises engrossed his attention. In 1860, in company with Peter F. Tramp, he built the Hurford House, a four-story building, and one of the leading hotels of Canton, of which Mr. Hurford is now sole owner. In connection with this, he owns a good farm of three hundred and twenty acres in Lawrence 'township, highly cultivated and well improved. he also owns another valuable tract of one hundred and thirty acres adjoining the corporation on the southeast. Mr. Hurford, Peter P. Trump and Hiram Wise owned and operated the Exchange Bank several years. Subsequently, Mr. Hurford sold his interest to H.R. Wise.
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Unto Mr. and Mrs. Hurford were born three sons and three daughters: Elizabeth, now the wife of Charles Brackebush; Emnm, wife of Daniel Spotts; Rebecca, wife of Charles E. Dark, engaged in the insurance business in Indianapolis; Alexander, a resident of Canton; Alvin, President of the Novelty Cutlery Company of Canton; and Ebenezer, who is shipping clerk for the Diebold Safe and Lock Company. The mother of this family was called to her final rest February 24, 1890, in her sixty-seventh year. She was a devoted member of the Presbyterian Church, with which she had united in 1841.
In early life, Mr. Hurford was a Whig, but afterward became a Republican. To many business enterprises he has devoted his attention, and by enterprise, good management and the application of correct business principles, he has won a brilliant success. His life has been characterized by that indomitable spirit which carries forward to successful completion whatever it undertakes. he is now one of the wealthy citizens of Canton, and is also one of its valued and representative men.
LEWIS V. BOCKIUS is one of the prominent business men of Canton, a member of the firm of Bockius & Sons, President of the Canton Cemetery Association, Vice-president of the Diebold Safe and Lock Company, and Vice-president of the City National Bank. He was born in Canton, April 16, 1826, aid is a son of John C. and Rosanna (Keller) Bockins. His father was a native of Prussia, but the grandfather of our subject was born in Fredericktown, Md. He went to Europe as a soldier, and while there was pressed into the British service, but in Denmark he deserted and went to Germany. He became a sailor on a man-of-war, and was with Napoleon's army for a number of years. In 1834, he returned to this country, and died in Canton.
John Bockius remained with his father until nineteen years of age. When a lad of twelve years, he became attached to the army of Bonaparte as drummer, serving as such for five years, and in 1812 crossed the Alps with the army on foot to Italy, his division being ordered to Moscow. At the age of seventeen, he learned the shoemaker's trade in Prussia, and in the year 1819 emigrated to America. On his arrival, he had only twenty cents, and was in debt for his passage. He find expected to be sold on arriving in Philadelphia to pay for his passage, but a friend of his father made up a purse and gave him the necessary $60. To this gentleman, Mr. Bockius gave a note payable with interest. With a small pack on his back, he then started on foot for Canton, where his uncle, John Bockius, was living, and began earning the money to payoff his indebtedness. Again making the trip to Philadelphia on foot, he paid the $60 and added interest and happy indeed was he when he received his note in exchange. On the 5th of Ably, 1820, he returned to Canton, and embarked in the manufacture of boots and shoes. Afterward he added a stock of ready-made goods in this line, and established a house which is now one of the leading boot and shoe stores of Canton, and with which he continued his connection up to the time of his death in 1878.
Mr. Bockius married Hosanna Keller, a native of Baden, who came with her parents to Canton when twelve years of age. She proved a faithful helpmate to her husband in all his early struggles. She died in 1865. Their marriage was celebrated May 25, 1825, and unto them were born seven sons and six daughters, of whom six are yet living: Lewis V., of this sketch; Henry J. and Charles J., residents of Port Huron, Mich., engaged in the shoe business; Charles J., of Canton; Henrietta, wife of R. Rohrer, of Freeport, Ill.; and Mrs. Amelia D. Huntington, of Georgetown, Colo.
Lewis V. Bockins, our subject, was educated in the village schools, and began his business career in his father's store, serving as clerk until 1848, when he was admitted to partnership under the firm name of J. C. Bockius & Son. In 1850, he took a trip to California, but retained his interest in the store, and on the Pacific Slope engaged in mining and trading, and for a time carried on a store. Returning to Canton, he again entered the
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boot and shoe business, and after his father's death entered into partnership with his brother, Edward A. This connection continued until the death of the brother in 1881. In May of that year, another brother, Charles J., was admitted to partnership, but the old firm name of J. C. Bockius & Son was retained, and business carried on under that title until 1886, when our subject bought out the interest of his partner and admitted two of his sons to the business, each taking a fourth interest. The firm name of L. V. Bockius & Sons was then assumed. They do business at No. 10 South Market Street, and carry a large and fine stock of boots and shoes. In 1868, they lost heavily through fire as their store and goods were only lightly insured but immediately afterward the present three-story brick building was erected on the same site. It is the oldest and one of the most important boot and shoe stores in the State of Ohio.
Mr. Bockius was married in September, 1855, to Miss Caroline P., daughter of John and Susan (Trap) Graham. Her parents were among the earliest settlers of Jackson Township, and her father, a very prominent man, was State Senator for seven years. Unto our subject and his wife have been born six children: Charles J., Edward G., Harry G.; Catherine A., wife of Alice Pomerene; Mary H. and Frederick U.
In politics, Mr. Bockius is a Republican, and held the office of City Treasurer for one term He was one of the organizers of the Valley Railroad, and one of its Directors until 1872. He aided in organizing the Citizens' National Bank, of which he is Vice-president, and in the people's Savings Bank, which he helped to organize in 1891, he holds the office of Director. He helped to organize, and is now President of, the West Lawn Cemetery Association, and is one of the largest stockholders in the Diebold Safe and Lock Company. He owns four good store buildings besides his elegant brick residence at No. 133 Market Street. Mr. Bockius is a public spirited citizen who has the best interests of the community at heart, and gives liberally for the support of all worthy enterprises. The brilliant success which has crowned his life is not the result of accident, but industrious efforts have brought it to him. Endowed by nature with good business ability, he has made the most of his opportunities, and his enterprise, perseverance and good management have gained him a well-deserved prosperity. He is one of the leading business men of Canton, and the history of Stark County would be incomplete without the sketch of this representative citizen.
DANIEL COBAUGH, President of the Canton Spring Company, with office and works at South Cherry Street, furnishes a notable example of success achieved by earnest endeavor to excel and by perseverance in a special line of industry. The revolution which has taken place in the manufacture of all kinds of vehicles has given rise to numerous factories for the manufacture of the various parts, and has given an impetus to those which already had an existence. The Canton Spring Company was founded in a modest way in 1878 by Daniel Cobaugh, and is less than ten years, such had been the growth of the enterprise, it was deemed expedient to merge it into a joint stock company, which was done in 1887, with the following officers: D. Cobaugh, President; H. McDaniel, Vice-president; H. D. Myers, Secretary, and J. J. Cobaugh, Treasurer. The factory is a model in its way, as all the newest appliances are found here for the manufacture of their specialties, while the order and system which prevail on every hand add much to the efficiency. Employment is given to about ninety skilled and practical workmen, and the product finds a ready market with the leading carriage makers all over the country.
Daniel Colaugh was born in Stark County, Ohio, to Dietrich and Sarah (Shanafelt) Cobaugh, both natives of Maryland, in which State they were reared and married. They removed to Stark County about 1834. By trade he was a miller. The father was called from life while just: in the zenith of his usefulness. Our subject spent his boyhood days at Greentown, and at the age of seventeen came to Canton and began serving an apprentice-
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