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The town of Spring Lake, which is located on see. 16, 22 north, 7 west, was laid out May 15, 1862, by Thomas G. Conant. Haines- ville is on the P., P. & J. Railroad, on sec. 2, 6 west, 22 north.
Spring Lake M. E. Church .- The church edifice is located on see. 31, of town 24 north, and 6 west, and in size is 36 by 50 feet, with basement story. It is one of the largest and finest church struetres located in the rural district, that Central Illinois can boast of. It was erected in 1872, at a cost of $3,500. A class was organized in this neighborhood as long ago as thirty years. Meetings were held at school-houses and at private houses, until their building was erected. The first pastor after the completion of the church was Rev. Williams ; the present pastor is Rev. Boggess. The Trustees of the Church are Eli Haas, D. C. Orr, Abraham Woods, Lewis
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White, and Mr. Hammer. Abraham Woods is class leader; and Eli Hass, Jesse Scott, Abraham Woods, John B. Lowry, Edward Reader, and others, are Stewards. There is a good school in con- nection with the Church, of which Isaac Larish is Superintendent. The membership of the Church is about 40, which is also about the attendance at school.
Spring Garden Dutch Reformed Church .- This is an old well established congregation, being organized in 1856. As far back as twenty-six years ago, this people began to hold public religious services in this township. Some years thereafter a neat edifice for worship was erected on sec. 5, 23 north, and 6 west. It is a good frame, and although the congregation has no regular pastor at pres- ent, yet is in a good healthy condition. Rev. Gilmore was the last pastor.
We have occasion, in giving a more detailed history of the town- ship, to speak personally of some of its leading and representative residents, among whom we find the persons named below :
Frank E. Adams is a native of West Haven, Vt., where he was born Aug. 15, 1852. His parents were Edward and Calista Adams ; the Adams are lenial descendents of the Pilgrims. They came to America about two years after the "May Flower" landed. Mr. Frank Adams, the subject of this sketch, took a scientific course of studies at Ft. Edwards, N. Y. He follows the occupation of school teaching ; he has taught five school years of nine months each. He was united in marriage, May 10, 1876, to Miss Mary G. Emens, a native of Dayton, Middlesex Co., N. J. She is a daughter of Abraham Emens and Anna Van Arsdale, his wife, natives of Mid- dlesex and Hunterton Cos., N. J. They came to this county, April 26, 1866, and settled in Pekin, but now live in Spring Lake town- ship. Mr. A. is connected with the Reform Church of America. In politics, is a Republican. Post-office, Manito.
John Barnes was born in Fulton Co., Ill., in 1835. His parents, John and Susan (Chandler) Barnes, natives of Kentucky, died in Mason Co. His father died in 1843, his mother in 1853. The subject of this sketch was first married to Charity Ide, of New York. She died in 1863, having one child, William Barnes. In 1868, Mr. B., was again married, this time to Ellen Lawson, of Sangamon Co., Ill. Mr. Barnes, memory carries him back to the times when wolves were very numerous through this part of the State. They became very bold, even so daring as to chase a small dog through the house. Mr. B. was in the war of the Rebellion. He enlisted in Feb., 1865, in 148th Ill. infantry, under Col. H. H. Wilsie. He was in Co. C, and served till the close of the war. Post-office, Prettyman.
MRS. ANN. C. HAAS ELI HAAS SPRING LAKE TOWNSHIP
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Harman Henry Beimfohr. John Henry and Mary (Hokamp) Beimfohr were his parents. H. H. was born in Minden, Prussia, Oct. 30, 1842; was educated in the schools of his native country. He has held the office of School Director. Mr. B. was united in marriage, April 2, 1868, to Miss Mary Ann Bortzfield, a daughter of William and Catherine (Musselman) Bortzfield. They were natives of Penn. Mr. B. is now living in Osborn, Kansas. Mrs. B. died in 1859. The children of Mr. Beimfohr are,-Mary Ann Catherine, born Oct. 22, 1869; Fanny Wilhelmina, born Aug. 26, '71; William H., Dec. 9, '72; Mary Magdalena, May 28, '75; Lucy Wilhelmina, born March 2, '77, died Sept. 21, ,78. Mrs. B. is a member of the Evangelical Church. Mr. B. acts with the Democratic party. P. O., address, Prettyman.
John Bernherd Beimfohr was born in Minden, Prussia, in 1836. His parents were John Henry and Mary (Hokamp) Beimfohr. John B. came to this county in 1854; was educated in the schools of his native country. He is a farmer ; in politics is a Democrat. He was united in matrimony in Oct., 1856, to Mary Wilhelmina Baker. They have been blessed with six children - August, born Oct. 27, '54; Mary Ann, born Dec. 25, '61; Martha Theresa, Nov. 19, '65; Emily, July 29, '68; John Harmon Henry, Feb. 5, '72; George Frederick, March 21, '77. Mr. and Mrs. B. both united with the Evangelical Church in 1867. Post-office, Prettyman.
David P. Black was born in Blair Co., Penn., in 1842. His parents, George and Rebecca (Mauly) Black, were both natives of the same county. He came to this county in 1858; received his education at Green Valley, this county, and has been generally suc- cessful in business. He was joined in marriage with Somantha H. Marshall, in 1865. They have one girl - Annie Laura, born in August, 1866. He enlisted, in 1862, in the 85th Ill. Inf., and served as musician. He was in the battles of Perrysville, Stone River, Mission Ridge, Atlanta, Jonesboro', and all the battles of Sherman's army on its march to Savannah. Post-office, Manito.
William Ira Callaway, farmer, was born in Campbell Co., Va., in 1826. He came to the county in 1851, and to the State, with his parents, Isaiah and Lettice Callaway, in 1836. He had only a common school education ; has served as Justice of the Peace, School Trustee and School Director. In 1851 he married Ruth A. Lowry, who died April 1, 1878. She bore him six children -Siralda S., Sarah Bell, Rhoda J., Louis F., Henry M. and Fannie A .- Three of these are married and live in this township, not three miles from the parental roof. Siralda, wife of Wm. McFarland, is living about two miles away, while Rhoda and Sarah, wives of Isaac Schinick and John McFarland, respectively, live but a short distance from their father. His present wife, Catharine Sherrer, he married Nov. 10, 1878. Mr. C. has been a member of the M. E. Church for 13 years. Post-office, Manito.
J. G. Claton, farmer, residing upon sec. 27, township 24 north,
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range 6 ; was born in Shelby Co., Ind., in 1844. His parents, James and Sarah Ann (Guile) Claton, were both natives of Ohio. Mr. Claton was educated in the common schools of Iowa. He came to this county in 1865. In 1870 he married Sarah E. Vanorstrand, who has borne him two children -Thomas A., born Dec. 28, 1870, and Cora, born Oct. 23, 1872. Post-office, Prettyman.
Mrs. Margaret Claton .- One of the earliest settlers of the town- ship is Mrs. Margaret Claton, who, at this writing, April 13, 1879, is just 86 years old. She is a native of Georgia. Her parents, John and Anna (Davidson) Gaston, moved to Virginia before she was two years old, and subsequently to Ohio. While living in that State, and on July 4, 1812, she was married to Maxon Claton. They came to this county in 1836, locating in Sand Prairie, and in 1838 moved on the farm where she now lives. Her husband died Ang. 17, 1839. Mrs. Claton had a family of ten children, only one of whom is now living. For an old lady, nearly four score and ten, she is remarkably quick and smart, and has a good memory. To hear her relate her experiences in early times, is almost like reading a thrilling romance of border life. At one time all her fences and her wheat crop was burned by the prairie fire. She hired a man, during an early day, for two years, at $50 a year and board and clothes. She was to give him 12 yards 4-leaf jeans, 9 yards of cot- ton flannel, 4 cotton shirts, 2 pair cotton socks, 1 pair of boots, and 1 pair shoes, and a hat. She had all these articles specfied in the agreement.
Frank F. Deyo is a son of John P. Deyo and Sarah Ann Forester, his wife, natives of New York. Frank F. Deyo, the subject of this sketch, was born in Erie county, Ohio, 1847. He received his edu- cation at Milan Normal School, Ohio. Mr. D. came to Tazewell county in September, 1869; by occupation is a farmer and teacher ; has taught for the past fifteen years. He resides on sec. 15; post- office, Pekin. He was united in marriage, Dec. 28, 1871, to Miss Irene Claton. She is the daughter of Jno. Claton and Elizabeth Ann Hawkins, his wife; they came to this county in 1835. Mr. Claton's portrait may be found in his book. Mr. and Mrs. Deyo have two children - Eunice Anna, born Nov. 25, 1873; and Palmer Claton, born Nov. 16, 1878. Mr. and Mrs. D. both united with the Meth- odist Church in 1874. In politics Mr. D. acts with the Democratic party.
Abraham Gorman is a native of Lehigh county, Penn., where he was born in 1823. His parents were Abraham and Elizabeth Gor- man. Mr. G. was educated in the schools of his native State. He came to this county in 1855; and was united in marriage to Mary Hensinger, a native of Pennsylvania, in 1849; they are parents of - Benjamin F., Abraham, John M., Wm. L., Emery G., Elizabeth C., Mary F., and Sarah Bell. Mr. G. acts with the Democratic party. Post-office, Manito.
Cornelius L. Golden is a native of Hunterdon county, N. J., where
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he was born Oet. 5, 1807. His parents, David and Deborah (Wil- son) Golden, were natives of New Jersey. Mr. G.'s grandfather came from Holland. The subject of this sketch came to Fulton county, this State, and after residing there three years he removed to this county in the year 1853. He received his education in his native State; by occupation he is a farmer. Mr. G. was united in the holy bonds of matrimony to Miss Eliza B. Dallas. This mar- riage has been blessed with six children, five of whom are living- Joanna, born Dec. 17, '30; Ephriam D., born March 4, '32; Frank- lin L., born Dec. 12, '35; Jane E., born Aug. 11, '37; Rebecca, born Aug. 4, '39, deceased ; Sarah, born Sept. 30, '43. Mrs. Golden is a member of the Dutch Reformed Church. Mr. G. has lived a long and useful life, and is beloved and respected by all who know him and a is representatives of Spring Lake. His portrait, with that of his wife, will be found in this volume.
Ephriam D. Golden, a native of New Jersey, came to this county with his parents, in 1850, and is engaged in farming in this town- ship. His education was obtained in the common schools of New Jersey. Mr. Golden was married to Lydia R. Van Deusen, of New York. They have four children -John W., born Nov. 18, 1863; Reuben S., born May 13, 1865; Emma May, born Nov. 3, 1869; Rebecca H., born Aug. 15, 1871. Mr. Golden and his wife are both members of the Reformed Church of America, and have been for fifteen or sixteen years. He has held the positions of Road Commissioner and School Trustee in his township. Post-office address is Manito.
Eli Haas. This gentleman is certainly one of the representative men of the county, and an extensive farmer, owning 2,000 acres of land. He came here with his father in 1839, and at that time was the possessor of a very limited amount of this world's goods. The simple statement of his owning, at present, thousands of acres of land, is the best evidence of a well-spent life. He was born in Union Co., Pa., Sept. 13, 1817. His father was born in Montgom- ery county of that State. He died here in 1852 at the age of 69. His mother, Mary Magdalene (Mauck) Haas, was also a native of the grand old Key-stone State. She passed over the Jordan of Death, Jan. 6, 1876, being at that time almost ninety years of age. The marriage of Mr. Haas with Miss Ann Catherine Orr, took place March 2, 1853. They have one son, Edward S., who was born Dec. 2, 1864. Both Mr. and Mrs. Haas are consistent and active members of the Methodist Church. He has held the office of School Director for some sixteen years. We give his portrait, with that of his wife and son, in this volume. He resides upon sec. 30, upon which section he has lived since his advent into the county. Post-office, Manito.
Joseph F. Haines, grain dealer and farmer, is one of the oldest residents of Tazewell county. He was born in Butler Co., O., and came to the county with his parents, William and Elizabeth (Wil-
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son) Haines, also natives of Ohio, in the year, 1828. In Feb., 1865, he enlisted in the 148th Ill. Inf., under Col. Wilsie. Mr. Haines was joined in marriage with Emeline Lance in 1844. Their children are William C., born in 1848, and Maggie May, born in 1863. William Haines, the father of the subject of this sketch, on coming to this county, located first at Pekin, and was one of the original proprietors. He died in that city in 1834, with the cholera. He owned, at the time of his death, all the lots fronting north on Court street, save two, of the original town of Pekin. Mr. H. re- lates that Pekin was first called "Town Site." The name "Pekin " was given by a Mrs. Cromwell, a wife of one of the proprietors, who, doubtless foreseeing its brilliant future, gave it its illustrious name. Mr. Haines, Sr., left a family of five children at his death, whose names were, Sarah Ann, now the wife of B. S. Prettyman of Pekin ; Elizabeth Jane, many years deceased ; Martha Ellen, who married John Gorage, of Ottumwa, Iowa, and died about the year 1872 or '73. One of her sons is now running a paper in the Black Hills; Caroline Matilda, who married John M. Hedrick, of Ot- tumwa, Iowa, and is still living; the next, Mr. Joseph F. Haines, the subject of this sketch, is now living at Hainesville, a station on the P., P. & J. R. R., which derives its name from him, he being the first settler, and built the first house at that place in 1860. The house is now owned by B. S. Prettyman, and occupied by Mr. Ben- jamin Priddy. Post-office, Prettyman.
Samuel C. Hammer was born in Franklin Co., Pa., in 1824. His parents, Jacob and Priscilla (Eyler) Hammer, were natives of Maryland. Mr. H. came to Tazewell county in 1855. He learned the trade of shoe-making and followed that business for ten years, bnt for many years has been engaged in farming. In 1846 he was married to Ann Elizabeth Working, a native of Maryland. The union has been blessed with five sons and four daughters : Frances Virginia, Lewis Cass, John Winton, Elizabeth H., Emma, Alvin Davis, Clara, William Rufus and Johnson. He is a member of the M. E. Church. In politics he is a Democrat. John G. Ham- mer, brother of Samuel, is a veteran of the . Mexican war and is now living in Pekin. He enlisted in Capt. Jones' company, and served about a year. He participated in the engagements of Vera Cruz, Cerro Gordo, Pueblo. He first settled at Springfield, then came to Pekin to build a mill for Mr. Wagenseller, and has since lived there.
Samuel Hammer, like many of the early settlers, thought the best locations were by the streams and timber, and let thousands of acres of fine prairie land go for others to occupy, thinking it would never be settled.
Lewis Franklin Harbaugh was born in Franklin Co., Md., in 1837. His parents, John and Margaret Harbaugh, were also natives of the same county. Mr. H. came to this county in 1865, and is engaged in agricultural pursuits in this township, owning
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over 300 acres of land. He was married to Mary J. VanOstrand, April 2, 1873, who has borne him two children, Frank Leslie, born Jan. 18, 1874, and Charles Dana, born Dee. 26, '75. Mrs. H. is a member of the American Reformed Church. Mr. H's ancestry was of Swiss descent. Yost Harbaugh, of whom the sudject of this sketch is a lineal descendent, came to this country in 1736 or '38, and settled in York Co., Penn.
David Wellington Herrmann was born in Wayne Co., N. Y., in 1846. His parents, Christian and Barbara (Lux) Herrmann. were natives of Germany. He was married to Menni Hanns, of Prussia, in 1869. They have four children: Lilly, born Feb. 18, 1871; Irene, May 20, 1872; Albert, Sept. 24, 1874 and Carlina May, Feb. 7, 1879. Mrs. Herrman's parents were Christian and Frederick ( Dietrich), Prussians. Her father died in that country. Her mother came to this country in 1868, bringing Mrs. H. with her, and located at Bloomington, Ill., where she still resides. Mrs. H. is a member of the Evangelical Lutheran Church. Christian Herrmann's family consisted of six children : David W., Caroline, Jemima, Louisa, Catharine, Rosena. Mr. H. has held the office of Justice of the Peace, Road Commissioner and School Director. Post-office, Prettyman.
Jacob Keyser. Mr. Keyser is one of the early settlers of this county, having settled in this township in 1833. Mr. K. is a son of Philip and Elizabeth (Flower) Keyser. Jacob Keyser was united in marriage, in 1847, to Miss Hannah Wood. They are the parents of- Minerva, born June, 1848; William T., born June 9, 1850; Jacob F., born May 14, 1852; Sarah Jane, Sept. 7, 1854; Louis E., March 22, 1857. When Mr. K. first settled on Spring Lake prairie, they lived on what they raised, and made the cloth at home to clothe the family. Their friends were every one for twenty miles around ; their fresh meat consisted of venison and other wild game. Mr. K.'s house at that time was headquarters for religious meetings. In politics Mr. K. is a Republican. Post-office, Pekin.
John B. Lowry is a native of Jefferson Co., O., and a son of Wil- liam and Martha Ann (McCoy) Lowry, natives of the above State. John B. attended the schools of Clark and Tazewell counties; by occupation a farmer. Post-office, Pekin. He has filled several local offices with perfect satisfaction to all. Mr. L. was united in marriage to Sarah C. Claton, in 1862. The fruits of this marriage are four boys, as follows: William E., born Nov. 14, 1863; John C., born March 18, 1867 ; James M., born March 13, 1869; George M., born May 15, 1874. Mr. and Mrs. Lowry are both members of the Methodist Church.
Joshua Marshall is a native of the State of Va., where he was born in the year 1814. He is a son of Joshua and Sarah (Hayne) Marshall. The subject of this sketch settled in this county in 1862. Mr. M. has been very successful, financially, since he came to this county ; has filled several local offices. He came to Kankakee Co.,
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this State, in 1846. He was not very successful there. He com- menced in the hotel business in Kankakee, having built a new hotel. He was burned out in 1857, which caused almost a total loss of $6,000. After coming to this county, everything turned the other way, and in the year 1867, he sold $6,200 worth of produce off his farm. Was united in marriage, in March, 1838, to Miss Dru- sella Rakestraw. They are the parents of-Samantha Black, John A., Horace S., Allen J. and Henry H. Post-office, Manito.
Allen J. Marshall was born in Kankakee Co., Ill. He is a son of Joshua and Drusella Marshall, and received his education in the public schools. His political views are those of the Republican party. He was joined in matrimony, in 1876, to Miss Anna R. Patterson. His post-office address is Manito.
Henry H. Marshall is a son of Joshua and Drusella Marshall, and was born in Kankakee Co., this State, in 1852. He came to Taze- well county with his parents in 1862, received his education in this county, and is, by occupation, a farmer. He was married Oct. 6, 1875. In politics he is a Republican. Post-office, Manito.
Horace S. Marshall is a native of Kankakee Co., Ill., where he was born in 1848. He is a son of Joshua Marshall. Horace was educated in the schools both of this and his native county. He is an extensive farmer, owning 1000 acres of land, and is also a dealer in grain. Mr. M. was united in marriage, in 1871, to Miss Mary Haas. In political matters he acts with the Republican party. His post-office address is Manito.
David K. Moore was born in Fleming Co., Ky., in 1815. His parents were Jacob Moore and Rebecca Paddieks, his wife, who were natives of Kentucky. David K. came to this county in 1857. During the war for the Union he enlisted in the 38th Regt. Ill. Inf., and was engaged in many important battles, among which were the Battles of Corinth, Miss., and Perrysville, Ky. Mr. Moore's health gave way after two years of service, from which he has never en- tirely recovered. He was married to Miss Fanny McIntosh in '45. They have been the parents of ten children, named as follows: Louisa C., Thomas J., Clarinda, deceased, Sarah J., deceased, James W., Mary Isabel, deceased, Rhoda, deceased, Hannah E., deceased, Fanny Belle, and Jacob R.
Edward Purdy was born in the county of Westmead, Ireland, in 1831. His parents were Thomas and Catherine (Hosey) Purdy. He came to New York in 1846 and to this county in 1857. In '60 he united with Elizabeth Jane Ballard, of Allen Co., Mo., in mar- riage. Her parents were Anderson S. and Susan (Archer) Ballard. He is the parent of nine children, six of whom are living. The names and dates of birth of his children are as follows: Catherine Ann, born Nov. 5, 1860; Susan Jane, Sept. 7, 1864; Mary Ellen, Feb. 26, 1866 ; Emma Viola, Feb. 16, 1868; James Edward, Sept. 30, 1830; Sarah Cordelia, March 5th, 1872; Frans A., Jan. 5, '75; John William, March 25, '76; Florence L., Oct. 28, '78, Cath-
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erine, Emma, and John are dead. He is a member of the Roman Catholic Church. P. O., Manito.
Benjamin Priddy, grain dealer at Hainesville, was born in Kan- awha Co., W. Va., in 1821. His father, Nelson Priddy, was a na- tive of Virginia, and his mother, Leah (Morris) Priddy, was born in West Virginia. Mr. Priddy's introduction into Tazewell county was over half a century ago, when he was a lad of but eight sum- mers. His parents first settled on sec. 10, Sand Prairie township, and spent the remainder of their earth-life there. His mother died in 1833, and his father in 1844. This couple reared a large family of children, only three of whom are now living. Their children were Strawther, Selden, Elgin, Morris, Charles, Benjamin, Sybil, Leah, Nelson and Frances. They all lived to maturity except Elgin, who died at the age of 13 or 14. Two of the boys, Selden and Charles, served in the Mexican war. The company they were in was raised in Pekin by Captain Jones. They were in the battles of Buena Vista, Vera Cruz, and other engagements. Their com- pany was the one which captured Santa Anna's wooden leg. Selden lived but a short time after his return home. Charles lived till '78, when he died. Sybil, the wife of H. H. Elmore, and Frances, the wife of Thomas Baker, are now living in Sangamon county. Their husbands are early settlers of that county and are in good circum- stances. Benjamin was married to Harriet A. Prettyman in 1844, who has borne him three children-Louis P., born in 1848; Chas. C., born in 1851, and Benjamin F., born in 1857.
James Preston, farmer and stock raiser, is a son of James and Sarah (Cohenour) Preston, who resided in this county about one year, when, in 1846, he moved to Iowa with his family, where he died in the fall of 1866, leaving a wife and five children. His wife has since followed him over the river of death. James Preston, the subject of this sketch, returned to this county in the fall of 1868, and still resides on sec. 23. Mr. P. takes a great interest in educa- tional matters; has held the office of School Director for twelve years. He has been quite successful in life, having accumulated considerable property by industry and close attention to business. He was united in marriage, in 1861, to Adaline Avery, a native of New York. They are the parents of six children - Martha Jane, born Aug. 24, 1862; Ella L., April 10, 1864; Walter G., Sept. 8, 1866; Leonard L., Aug. 28, 1868; Norah B., Sept. 10, 1870; Ed- gar W., Feb. 17, 1874. In politics is a Democrat.
Jesse Wilson Scott is a native of Scott county, Ky., where he was born March 15, 1837. Thomas and Elizabeth Scott were his par- ents. Jesse Wilson Scott came to this county, in 1843, with his parents. He received his education at Pekin. When our country called for men, Mr. S. was among the first to respond ; he enlisted, July 5, 1861, in the 8th regt. Ill. vol., Co. F, and served till May, 1866. He took part in many a hard fought battle, among them were Ft. Donelson, Shiloh, and Vicksburg. On several occasions
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he has had balls pass through his clothing, but was never seriously injured, beyond mere scratches, until the last battle he was in, at Ft. Blakely, Alabama, where he received a severe wound in the right shoulder, braking the bone. His hearing was also affected by heavy artillery at Vieksburg. Mr. S. was united in marriage, in Dec., 1866, to Margaret Fleming. They have one son-William Edwin, born Dec. 6, 1867. They are both members of the Meth- odist Church. Post-office, Pekin.
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