Biographical and genealogical history of the state of Delaware, Vol. II, Part 44

Author: Runk, J.M. & Co
Publication date: 1899
Publisher: Chambersburg, Pa.
Number of Pages: 1500

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Ilis grandfather, Benjamin Burton, was a native of Indian River hundred, in the same county, and was a farmer. Ile died at the early age of twenty-six, leaving children: 1. Lydia (Mrs. Rufus Wolfe); IL. Benjamin.

Benjamin Burton, 2, who was born on the Red House farm, in Indian River hundred, being thus left at a very tender age without the care and support of a father, grew up in rather straitened circumstances, and accord- ingly enjoyed but slender educational advan- tages. lle was, however, a man of intelli- gence and good judgment, judicious and dili- gent in his calling, which was the same as his father's and was known to all as one whose life was regulated upon Christian principles. His career, though quiet and uneventful, was prosperous. After his marriage, he settled upon a farm situated on Lower creek, in Lewes and Rehoboth hundred, in which he had a partial interest. In the course of time, by purchasing the shares of the other inheritors of this place, he became sole owner, and occu- pied and cultivated that farm until his death, which occurred in 1859, when he was forty- five years of age. He was a Democrat. Ben- jamin Burton married Catherine, daughter of James and Mary Marsh. Their children are: I. William J., farmer in Lewes and Rehoboth Imindred, married Mary A. Thompson, who is deceased; II. Lemuel Marsh; III. Lydia R., wife of Captain Thomas B. Robinson, of In- Jian River hundred; IV. Thomas P., farmer in Indian River hundred, married Lydia M. Thompson; V. Benjamin Franklin; VI. Charles W., farmer of Lewes and Rehoboth hundred, married Ida Robinson, who is de- ceased. Mr. Burton's remains were interred in the family burial place on the Red House farm, in Indian River hundred. Mrs. Burton still resides upon the homestead where he died.

Their second son, Lemuel M. Burton, pass- ed his youth and carly manhood on the home- stead where he was born, remaining upon the farm until a year after his marriage. His

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school education, which was obtained by at- tending the country schools for a few months of each year, terminated at the age of eigh- teen. At twenty-five, he married, and a year later rented a farm in the vicinity, which he occupied for two years. He then spent one Year on the Joseph Dodd farm, after which, in 1872, he removed to the place on which he still resides. Hle rented the farm for twen- ty-two years, and finally, in 1894, purchased it from his father-in-law, Robert H. Robin- son. The farm, which contains 1274 acres, is well adapted for general agricultural operations. In 1882, Mr. Burton erected a dwelling for his family on a different part of the farm from that where they now live; that structure was removed in 1890 to its present site, and received additions which made it more convenient as well as more spacious. Frugal and industrious, and faithful to all his obligations, Mr. Burton enjoys well-merited success. In politics, he adheres to the Demo- cratic party.

Lemuel Marsh Burton was married, June 1, 1868, to Mary C., daughter of Robert H. and Emily (Thompson) Robinson; she was born in Lowes and Rehoboth hundred, Febru- ary 25, 1847. Their children are: I. Julia Augusta ( Mrs. William Hudson), has one child, William Clarence; II. Virginia ( Mrs. 1. 11. Phillips), has children, i. Oliver B., ii. Harry, fff. Carl Edward, iv. Lewis; III. and IV. Robert R. and Benjamin, twins; V. Oli- ver, died in infancy. Mr. Burton is a member of the Presbyterian church of Rehoboth.

THOMAS ROWLAND MARSHALL, Lewes, Sussex county, Del., son of William and Theodosia Rook ( Rowland) Marshall, was born in Lowes, Sussex county, Del., Septem- 1 or 28, 1859.

For generations the Marshall family has not been without representatives among the pilots of Lowes. John Marshall, grandfather ci Thomas R. Marshall, was a certified pilot at Lowes, Del., where he died in his sixty- fifth year. His son, William Marshall, father of Thomas R. Marshall, was born at Lowes, Del., educated in the public schools of his na- five place, and on attaining his majority be- came a licensed pilot. He was a member of the Democratic party, actively interested in public affairs. He was a thorough Christian gentleman, and was highly esteemed in the community. William Marshall was married

to Theodosia Rook, daughter of -- and Adeline A. ( -- ) Rowland. Their chil- dren are: I. Thomas Rowland; II. Herschel, for many years a pilot at Lewes, married Eu- genia Draper, died at the age of thirty-six, leav- ing two children, i. James Orton, ii. William Il. Virden; Ill. Virginia (Mrs. Paynter E. Ingram), of Lewes, has one child, Herschel; IV. William F., pilot, married Clara Virden, has two children, i. Roberta, ii. Virden. Mr. Marshall died at his home in Lewes, aged thirty-seven; his widow is still living.

Thomas R. Marshall was a child when his father died. Until he reached his fourteenth year, he lived with his grandmother, Mrs. Ade- line A. Rowland, at Lewes, Del., and receiv- ed his education in the public schools of that place. In June, 1874, in his fifteenth year, Thomas R. Marshall was apprenticed to his unele, James W. Marshall, pilot, and served under him on the Thomas Howard Turley, for six years and six months. When the re- quired term of six years had expired, Mr. Marshall fulfilled all the conditions and pass- ed the examinations, but as he was not vet twenty-one, the board of port wardens of Pennsylvania refused to grant him a certifi- cate; he therefore served six months longer with his uncle, and then received a license as a second class pilot. Eighteen months later he passed his final examination and became a first class pilot. When Pilot Marshall Ber- trand left the Panama, Mr. Marshall took charge of the boat and ran it safely to Phil- adelphia, Pa. Mr. Marshall has always rooid- ed in Lewes, where he has a beautiful home. He is a skilful pilot, whose services are always in demand. He is a Democrat, interested in public affairs, and is highly esteemed in the commity. He is a member of Atlantic Lodge, 1. O. O. F., of Lewes, Del.

Thomas Rowland Marshall was married, in 1858, to Lillie J., daughter of William J. and Mary E. (Dodd) Thompson, of Lewes, Del. Their children are: I. Joseph L .; II. Marie Dodd; III. Theodosia Rook.

WILLIAM FRANKLIN MARSHALL, P. O. Lowes, Sussex county, Del., son of Wil- liam and Theodosia Rook ( Rowland) Mar- shall, was born in Lewes. Del., September 26. 1864.

When William F. Marshall was six years old. he catered the public schools of Lowes v: here he completed his scholastic course at six-

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teen. Soon after his graduation he was ap- prentieed to his brother, Herschel II. Mar- shall, under whom he served the required term on the pilot boat Henry C. Cope. Hav- ing passed his examinations, Mr. Marshall re- ccived from the board of commissioners of Delaware a second class, or twelve feet license, signifying that he was permitted to pilot ves- sels drawing twelve feet of water. At the end of one year he passed his final examination and received a full first class license. Mr. Marshall is a skilful pilot, cautious and cool in danger, and has been very successful in bringing the vessels entrusted to his care to a safe harbor. Ile is an intelligent student and does not confine his attention to subjects bearing on his profession. He resides in Lewes, where he is highly esteemed. In 1891, Mr. Marshall erected the comfortable home in which he now resides, situated on the corner of King street and Arnold avenue. He is a Democrat, and is interested in local polities.

William F. Marshall was married, Novem- her 15, 1888, to Clara, daughter of Benjamin T'. and Sarah (Marsh) Virden. Mrs. Marshall was born at Angola, Sussex county, Del., in 1866. Their children are: I. Roberta A., born October 10, 1889; II. W. Virden, born March 4, 1895. Mr. Marshall and his wife are members of the M. E. church.

L. WILLIAM SPRINGS, P. O. Brenford Station, Kent county, Del., son. of William L. and - (David) Springs, was born in Philadelphia, Pa., April 24, 1847.

Some years before the breaking out of the war of the Revolution, two brothers named Springs, immigrants from Germany, settled in St. Jones Neck, Kent county, Del. Both were soldiers in the Continental army. After peace was established, the brothers removed to the south and settled, the one in North, and the other in South Carolina. Each turned his attention to agriculture, and spent the re- mainder of his life on his plantation.

William P. Springs, paternal grandfather cf L. W. Springs was born in Mecklenburgh county, N. C. He was a successful planter, and owned a large number of slaves. William P. Springs was married to his cousin, Marga- ret P., daughter of Richard Springs. Their children are: T. Leonora (Mrs. C. J. Harris), deceased; II. William L .; III. John L., de- ceased; IV. Cynthia (Mrs. IT. A. Di-kens), died in Mississippi; V. Sarah 1 .. , married

first to James Davidson afterwards to Zenas Grier, resides in Charlotte, N. C .; VI. Mar- garet (Mrs. Samuel Phair), resides near Char- lotte, N. C. Hle died at his home near Char- lotte, Mecklenburgh county, N. C., in 1530. Mr. Springs' maternal grandfather,

David, married Miss Powell, of Milford, Del.

William L. Springs, oldest son of William P. and Margaret P. (Springs) Springs, and father of 1 .. W. Springs, was born on the homestead in Mecklenburgh county, N. C. While he was still a boy, his father died; he was reared on his mother's estate and edu- cated in the schools of the district. In his eighteenth year Mr. Springs removed to Phil- adelphia, Pa., and for four years was a clerk in the store of Eagle, Westcott & Camblos. Hle afterwards formed a partnership with his brother-in-law, William M. Davis, and en- gaged in business as a wholesale merchant, dealing in dry goods and notions. The firm was very successful; but at the end of eight years, Mr. Springs withdrew his capital and became a member of the firm of Oak, Blve & Co. During the twenty years in which Mr. Springs was connected with this firm, the busi- ness was large and lucrative, and there was but one change, the firm becoming Springs, Oak & Aumont. They dealt largely with southern markets, and the war of the Rebellion having ruined that branch of the business, the firm was dissolved in 1861. In 1867, some time after the close of the war, Mr. Springs opened a clothing store in Philadelphia, Pa., but at the end of one year, he and his son, L. W. Springs, became partners in the firm of Springs, Osborn & Co., commission mer- chants. This firm was sneeceded by Springs & Co., and soon after the change Mr. William 1 .. Springs retired from active business. He was shrewd and energetic, and by successful speculation paid every dollar of their indebted- ness incurred during the war of the Rebel- lion. Mr. Springs was a stanch Democrat, interested in public affairs, and was esteemed and honored by his fellow-citizens. He was for several years a director of the Zoological Garden, of Philadelphia; was a member of the Masonic Order, of the Horticultural So- ciety, and of the Mercantile Beneficial Asso- ciation, and a director of the Tenth Ward Re- lief Association. William L. Springs was mar- ried to David. Their children are: T. L. W .: IT. Jeanette C .; III. Mary L. (Mrs. (. [ .. Warburton), of Philadelphia, Pa. Mr.

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Springs died at his home in Philadelphia in 1×92; his wife died in 1845.

1. W. Springs received an excellent edu- cation in the private schools of Philadelphia, completing his scholastic course at the age of twenty and soon after his graduation, became a partner in the firm of Springs, Osborn & Co., commission merchants in Philadelphia, l'a. In 1870, Mr. Springs removed to North Carolina, and opened a store for the sale of general merchandise; two years later, he formed a partnership with John Sheppard, general merchant of Mount Airy, N. C. Mr. Springs was afterwards editor of the Mount Airy Watchman, which was published week- ly. At the end of two years he resigned the editorship, and removing to Louisville, N. C., engaged in mercantile pursuits. Five years later, he removed to Winston, N. C., and se- cured a position as traveling salesman. Hle held this position for twelve years and dur- ing ten of these years made his home at Salem, N. C. In July, 1895, Mr. Springs left North Carolina, and having purchased a store at Brenford Station, Kent county, Del., removed his family to that state. His home, which is beautifully situated, is a farin near the sta- tion. Besides the care of his agricultural in- terests, Mr. Springs is traveling salesman for a large establishment dealing in tobacco. He is a member of the Democratic party, and is highly esteemed by his fellow-citizens. IIe is a man of fine physique, tall and well-propor- tioned, and notwithstanding his three hun- dred pounds avoirdupois, is active and ener- getic. He is genial and hospitable, always ready to do a kindness, and never failing to contribute liberally to charitable enterpri-es.

I. W. Springs was married, in 1871, in Union county, S. C., to Charlotte B., daugh- ter of , of Barnwell Court House, S. C. Their children are: I. Mary C., born at Mount Airy, N. C., died aged fourteen; II. William L., born at Mount Airy, February 5, 1875; III. Laertes Pittman.

WILLIAM IT. TUNIS, Clayton, Del., son of Richard and Isabella Ensworth (Thompson) Tunis, was born in Wilmington, Del., July 27, 1857.

Ilis ancestors came from Scotland and set- tled in Lower Merion, Montgomery county, I'a., where his paternal grandfather was born, some time in the last century. He was edu-

cated in the schools of his vicinity and after- ward took a college course. Then he engaged in mercantile business, but disposed of this in- terest in a short time, went west, while still a young man, and died there. Hle married Theresa London, of Lower Merion. They had children: I. Henry, ummarried, enlisted for the Mexican War without his parents' con- sent, and was killed; no particulars with re- gard to his death could be obtained, and noth- ing has ever been learned as to his burial place; II. Mary, died in youth; III. Richard.

Richard Tunis, father of William H. Tunis, was born in Lower Merion in 18 -. He attend- od the district schools, and while a young man was for a short time a canal boatman in his vicinity. Ile did not like the tow-path, how- ever, and left it to learn blacksmithing. This trade he followed for a number of years, but finally abandoned it for agricultural pursuits. Mr. Tunis removed to a farm near Clayton, Kent county, Del., and is still living there, active and in possession of unimpaired facul- ties, notwithstanding his many years. He is a Republican, and is highly respected by all who know him.

Richard Tunis married, in 1856, Isabella Ensworth, daughter of Robert and Margaret Thompson, of Belfast, Ireland. Their chil- dren are: I. William II .; II. Mary 1., died at the age of twenty years, buried in Riverside cemetery, Wilmington, Del .; III. Robert, Adams Express agent, of Norfolk, Va .; IV. Madge G. (Mrs. T. T. Horn), of Clayton, where her husband conducts a creamery, has two children, i. Marion, ji. J. Minick: V. Frank H., telegraph operator for the Dela- ware railroad at Bear Station, New Castle county. Mr. Tunis is a member of the P. E. church.

William HT. Tunis received his educational training in the public schools near and in Wil- mington. At the age of fourteen he left school and entered the furnishing goods store of Wyatt & Garrett, in Wilmington, remain- ing there eighteen months. Then he printed lottery tickets at Eighth and Orange streets, Wilmington, for two years; was employed by (. & J. Pyle, Sixth and Monroe streets, for six months: was time-keeper and assistant in the office of the Springer, Marley & Gan- manufacturing company for two years; had charge of the coal business of W. M. Brown for nine months; entered the carriage factory

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of Furst & Norman, Seventh and Shipley streets, to obtain an idea of their business and to select a trade, remaining there cighteen months; learned carriage-making with Mar- shall & Clymer, during the next five years; was recommended by them to the Edward Darragh Carriage Works Company, and took charge of the entire plant as an experienced Inilder for one year; then engaged in the meat business with his brother-in-law for six months, and afterwards began his successful career as an employee of the Adams Express Company. He was first appointed a driver for the company and then rapidly promoted to clerk, acting agent at the railroad station of- fice, Wilmington, settling clerk, assistant route agent, in charge of various places in Pennsyl- vania; was assigned to represent the Express company at the Granger's Encampment in Pennsylvania, and at the annual encampment of the N. G. P. at Elwyn. While at the latter place, Mr. Tunis secured the appointment of relite agent on the P., W. & B., Baltimore Central, West Chester and Peach Bottom railroads, with head-quarters in Wihnington, a position of greater respon-ibility than some which are nominally superior to it. He was at one time manager of the express business on the Bay line steamers, Baltimore & Eastern Shore Line and Atlantic and steam boat con- nections. About 1885 he was made manager of express matter on the Delaware railroad and its branches, with headquarters at Clay- ton, a position he still holds. Mr. Tunis has been very active and prosperous. He is enter- prising, untiring and vigilant for his employ- ers' interests, is upright and conscientious in all his dealings, one of the Express company's most trusted and valued agents. He is re- garded as one of the leading and substantial citizens of Clayton. Mr. Tunis owns a cream- ery in Clayton which is kept in constant opera- tion with a full set of hands, a fine farm near Clayton, and the handsome house in which he lives, and which he recently created at a cost of $4,000. He was, also, at one time owner of a saw mill. He is a man of fine physique and distinguished appearance. Mr. Tunis is a Republican. He is a member of Harmony Lodge, No. 13, F. and A. M., of Clayton, and od Shawnee Tribe, No. 27, 1. O. R. M., of Clayton, was the first to hold the office of Prophet in this tribe, has been a trus- tee for a number of years, and has from time to time cecupied various chairs.

William H. Tunis was married, in Phila- delphia, to Elizabeth AA., daughter of John J. and Mary Gibson, of Wilmington. Their children are: 1. I-abella E .; IL. William H., Jr .; III. George Clarence. AAll are at home. Mr. Tunis is a vestryman and a member of the building committee of the P. E. church ci Clayton.

PARIS TOWNSEND CARLISLE, M. D., Frederica, Kent county, Del., son of Paris T. and Jennie A. (Smith) Carlisle, was born in Kent county, Del.

Mr. Carlisle's great-grandfather, John Car- lisle, was a prominent farmer of Kent con- ty, Del., and a local preacher of the Methodist Episcopal church. He was married to Marga- ret Griffith. Their children are: I. John, married and settled in Sussex county, Del., had one son, James Carlisle, a law partner of Governor Polk, of Missouri, married a lady of French-Creole descent, died from the ef- feets of an accident, leaving two daughters, Annie, married to an attorney-at-law of St. Louis, Mo., and Sarah (Mrs. Henry L. Ro- zier), of Sainte Genevieve, Mo., has children, Francis James, Henry S., and two others; II. Paris Townsend; THI. Samuel, M. D., died on the homestead after practicing his profession for many years; IV. Sarah, married Joel Car- lisle, not a relative.

Paris T. Carlisle, second son of John and Margaret (Griffith) Carlisle, and grandfather of Paris T. Carlisle, Jr., was born at Bridge- ville, Del., January 4, 1802. Hle grew up on his father's farm near Frederica, Del., and re- ceived a good education. He was endowed with unusual natural ability, was considere l an authority on legal questions, and prepared most of the legal documents in Frederica and in the surrounding country. Mr. Carlisle Fe- gan business as a merchant with a capital of $1,000, and was so successful that, at the early age of forty, he was able to retire with a com- fortable fortune. On July 4, 1833, Paris T. Carlisle was married to Rachel, daughter of Nathaniel and Sarah (Powell) Luff. Mrs. Carlisle was born April 22, 1792. She had been twice married, first to Dr. George Bar- rett, and afterwards to Jacob Boone. Mr. Carlisle was highly esteemed for his honor- alle and upright Christian character. He di .1 December 9, 1871; his wife died August 18, 1.567.

Pari- Townsend Carlisle, only child of Paris

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T. and Rachel ( Luff) Carlisle, and father of Paris T. Carlisle, Jr., was born at Frederica, Del., December 15, 1842. He attended the schools of Frederica and Newark, Del., entered Delaware College at the age of sixteen, and graduated with the degree of A. B. in the class of 1853. In 1865, he became a member of the firm of Carlisle & Son, general merchants, and dealers in huuber and building materials. Their lumber yard occupied all the upper part of the town; this ground Mr. Carlisle has covered with dwellings. At that time Freder- ica was important as a commercial and ship- ping centre. The firm of Carlisle & Son Was very successful, and retired at the breaking out of the war of the Rebellion. In 1872, Mr. Carlisle resmed business, forming a partnership with his ward, James Moxon. In 1875 the business was sold, and Mr. Car- lisle has since given his attention exclusively to the care of his estate. He owns eight farms, comprising 2,500 acres, besides valuable town property. Mr. Carlisle was a Whig, and was devoted to the interests of the Union. In 1874 he was nominated by the Republicans for the senate, but although he ran ahead of

the ticket, the party failed to carry the cler- tion. On February 9, 1858, Paris T. Carlisle was married to Jennie A., daughter of John and Phebe B. ( Beswiek) Smith. Five of their ten children are living: I. Linda, married the Kev. Edward L. Hubbard, of Wilmington Conference; II. Paris T., Jr .; III. Rachel; IV. Mary Blanche; V. Hester Luff. Mr. Carlisle is a member of the M. E. church; he has held the office of steward, and was for seven years superintendent of the Sunday- school.

Paris Townsend Carlisle, Jr., attended the public schools of Kent county, Del., until he was seventeen, when he entered Conference Academy. After studying at the academy for two years, he read medicine for two years under Dr. Hall, and in 1884 entered the Uni- versity of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pa., graduating with honor in the class of 1887. Dr. Carlisle has ever since resided in Freder- ica, Del., where he has a large and lucrative practice. Ile is a skilful physician and sur- goon, and is highly esteemed in social as well as in medical circles. Besides his practice he is interested in real estate. Ile is a mem- ber of the State Medical Society, and of the board of trustees of the Delaware State Hospi-

tal, having received his appointment from the governor of the state. Dr. Carlisle is a Re- publican, actively interested in the affairs of the county, and was a delegate to the last C'on- stitutional Convention. He is a member of the Masonic Order, the Knights Templar and the A. O. U. W.

Paris Townsend Carlisle was married to Anna M., daughter of William T. and Sarah M. (Minors) Vaules, of Milford, Del. They have one child, Paris Townsend Carlisle. Mr. Carlisle and his wife are members of the M. E. church.

George Polk Minors, son of George P. Minors and maternal grandfather of Mrs. Paris T. Carlisle, has children as follows: I. Sarah M., married first to Thomas Layton, and afterwards to William T. Vaules; II. Robert O., died aged eighteen; III. George P., mar- ried Hettie Davis, both deceased; IV. Annie Maria, married the Rev. T. B. Hunter, of the M. E. church, died at St. George's, Del .; V. Joshua, died in boyhood. George P. Minors, 2, died in his fortieth year in Milford, Del.

WILLIAM SAULSBURY, Dover, Kent county, Del., son of Hon. Gove and Rosina (Smith) Saulsbury, was born in Dover, Kent county, Del., November 26, 1862.

William Saulsbury received his education in the public and private schools of Dover, Del., at the Conference Academy in Dover, and at University, graduating in 1887 with the degree of A. B. In 1892, Mr. Saulsbury was appointed alternate commis- sioner to the World's Columbian Exposition at Chicago, Ill., and during the same year was chosen to represent Delaware in the General Assembly. In 1893, he was cleeted to the board of trustees of Wilmington Conference Academy, and was also made president of that institution. He performed the duties devoly- ing upon him so promptly and efficiently that h: 1896 he was made president of the board of trustees, and was re-elected in 1897 and 1898. In 1896, Mr. Saul-bury was elected to a seat in the Constitutional committee. He has always been interested in public affairs, and has served his county and state in many responsible positions; by his ability, good judgment, and integrity he has won the con- fidence and esteem of his fellow-citizens. His pleasant manner and hearty kindness have made him a favorite not only among business

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Biographical and genealogical history of the state of Delaware, Vol. II, Part 44

Author: Runk, J.M. & Co Publication date: 1899 Publisher: Chambersburg, Pa. Number of Pages: 1500

Author: Runk, J.M. & Co
Publication date: 1899
Publisher: Chambersburg, Pa.
Number of Pages: 1500