A twentieth century history of Berrien County, Michigan, Part 53

Author: Coolidge, Orville W
Publication date: 1906
Publisher: Chicago : Lewis Pub. Co.
Number of Pages: 1314

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He died at the age of forty-eight years and is yet survived by his widow, who still makes her home in Wisconsin. In the fam- ily were six children, of whom Helmath A. is the first in order of birth. The others are: Albert, who now resides in Kansas; Mrs. S. E. Burnham, who is living in Wis- consin : Otto, also of Kansas; Mrs. O. Jur- geuson. whose home is in Wisconsin: and Louis, who resides in Ludington, Michigan.

Devoting his early boyhood to the ac- quirement of an education in the schools of Wisconsin, Helmath A. Foeltzer afterward left home at the age of seventeen years to become a factor in business life. He had previously learned the tailor's trade and for several years he was engaged at his trade in various states, after which he came to Benton Harbor, Michigan, in February, 1892, here he established his present tailor- ing business and has enjoyed a large and profitable trade, securing a liberal patronage from the best class of citizens-a fact which is evidence of his good work and reliable business methods. He has kept in touch with modern ideas concerning the business and goods purchased at his establishment are a guarantee of style and workmanship.

In 1884 in Belvidere, Illinois, Mr. Foelt- zer was married to Miss Lillie Dale, who was born in New York, but was reared in the city, where the wedding was celebrated. They have one child, H. Arthur, whose birth occurred in Belvidere. Mr. Foeltzer is a stanch Republican, recognized as one of the leading representatives of the party in Ber- rien county and his devotion to the general good is a matter of recognition by all. He served as alderman from the third ward in 1899 and was mayor of the city in 1890 and 1891, being endorsed by the Democrats at the last election and therefore having no opposition. It was a merited tribute to his public spirit and his active and practical ser- vice in behalf of the city's welfare. He gave an administration characterized by reform, improvement and progress and his private life, business interests and political service have been free from criticism. He is a mem- ber of Lake Shore Lodge, A. F. & A. M., of Benton Harbor, and also of Malta Com- mandery of this city, while his relations with capitular Masonry connect him with Calvin Brittain Chapter, No. 44, R. A. M., of St. Joseph. He also belongs to the Knights of Pythias fraternity and the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks. The favorable regard in which he is held by his brethren of these organizations also extends to other circles, for he is uniformly esteemed wher- ever known.

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JAMES W. LUCAS, who has been en- gaged in business in Benton Harbor as a coal dealer since 1899, was born in Grand Rapids, Michigan, in 1868, his parents be- ing Isaac W. and Maria ( Hallett) Lucas. The father, a native of Salem, Massachus- etts, came from the old Bay state to Michi- gan with his parents, Israel and Emma Lucas, who settled in Berrien county before the Civil war. The father was a Congrega- tional clergyman and became one of the early ministers of St. Joseph, Michigan, aiding to build the first church of that

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denomination there. It is still standing, a monument to his consecrated effort in be- half of the cause of Christianity. His son, Isaac W. Lucas, was reared in Michigan and in early manhood he accepted a posi- tion as bookkeeper in St. Joseph. Subse- quently he went to Grand Rapids, where he was similarly employed for many years, but he now makes his home in California. His wife, who bore the maiden name of Maria Hallett, was born in England and came with her parents to Michigan at a very early age.

Unto this marriage were born five children, of whom four are living: Elton E .; James W .; Frank B., who is living in California ; and Ray F., also living in California.

James W. Lucas acquired his education in the public schools of Grand Rapids and in early manhood he engaged in business as an inspector of lumber for twelve years. In 1887 he came to Benton Harbor, where he has since made his home and in 1899 he embarked in the coal trade, in which he has been very successful. He has large coal pockets here and many teams for delivering the fuel, and his business is now extensive and profitable for it has ever been conducted along lines of the strictest and most un- swerving honor.

In 1895 in Benton Harbor Mr. Lucas was united in marriage to Miss Clara Alli- son, who was born in this city and is a daughter of David and Ruth (Springer) Allison, both of whom were natives of Penn- sylvania. Their social position is an enviable one, for the hospitality of the best homes in this city is cordially extended to them. Mr. Lucas is a member of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows, of the Benevolent and Pro- tective Order of Elks and the Knights of the Maccabees. His political allegiance is given to the Republican party, but while he keeps well informed on the questions and issues of the day he has never sought or de- sired office. He is a genial, companionable gentleman and association with him means pleasure.

ALVAH P. CADY, a strong and cap- able menber of the Berrien county bar, was born in Ottawa county, Michigan, in 1865. His paternal grandfather, Calvin B. Cady, was a native of Vermont and married a Miss Judson. At an early day he left New Eng- land and removed to the state of New York, where he followed the occupation of farm- ing. His son, James F. Cady, was born in Steuben county, New York, October 21. 1819, and was there reared and educated, coming to Michigan when a young man. This was, however, prior to his marriage, which occurred in 1847, Miss Silence P.

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Hard becoming his wife. She was born in New York, August 20, 1829, and came to Michigan with her parents about 1840. Mr. Cady was a merchant tailor, following that business throughout his entire life, and his energy and capability found fruition in a large and profitable business. He died in Ottawa county, Michigan, June 18, 1876, while his wife survived until August 9, 1894, passing away in Benton Harbor. In their family were eight children, Alvah P. Cady being the sixth in order of birth. Those still living are as follows: P. Philip, who is living in Pipestone, Minnesota; Mrs. E. F. Tuxberry, a resident of Ottawa county, Michigan; Rev. William J. Cady, who is pastor of the Congregational Church in Benton Harbor; Alvah P., of this review ; Rev. George L. Cady, who was formerly pastor of the Congregational Church in this city and is now preaching for that denomina- tion in Dubuque, Iowa; and Mrs. Mayme Haydon. living in Tacoma, Washington.

Alvah P. Cady acquired his early edu- cation in a preparatory school in Massa- chusetts and later attended Olivet College in Michigan, from which he won the B. S. degree in the class of 1890. He afterward entered the law department of the Univer- sity of Michigan and won the degree of L.L. B. upon his graduation in the class of 1894. He then entered upon the practice of law in Benton Harbor, where he has re- mained continuously since, and his clientage has constantly increased. On the Ist of January. 1902. he formed a law partnership with William H. Andrews, under the firm name of Cady & Andrews, and this relation has since been maintained. He is careful in analysis, is constantly adding to his knowledge of the law and prepares his cases with provident care. His legal learning, his analytical mind and the readiness with which he grasps the points in an argument all com- bine to make him a strong and capable mem- ber of the bar.

In 1892. in Chicago, Illinois, Mr. Cady was married to Mrs. Grace Whitney nee Warner. They have two children : Helen Grace and Evelyn Warner, both born in Benton Harbor. In community affairs Mr.

Cady is deeply and helpfully interested, and is an active worker in the ranks of the Repub- lican party, doing everything in his power in campaign seasons to secure the adoption of Republican principles. He was largely instrumental in securing the establishment of the Carnegie public library, was appointed a member of the board and has since served as its secretary. He is a trustee of the Con- gregational church of Benton Harbor, of which his brother George was formerly pastor, while his brother, Rev. William J. Cady, is now pastor. In his private life he ·is distinguished by all that marks the true gentleman. To the intellectual qualities with which he was endowed by nature he has added the discipline and embellishments of culture and is one of the esteemed and honored residents of Benton Harbor.

BYRON L. HALL, conducting a steam- fitting and hardware business in Benton Harbor, is a native .of Saratoga Springs, New York, born in 1852. His education was acquired in Orleans county. New York, and after putting aside his text-books he be- gan preparation for practical service in the work-a-day world by learning the steam- fitter's trade in the Empire state. The year 1885 witnessed his arrival in Michigan, at which time he settled in Benton Harbor, fol- lowing his trade as a journeyman for some time. In 1890 he established himself in busi- ness as a steam fitter and plumber and found that his capable service won him a growing patronage that extended his financial re- sources so that he was gradually enabled to add to his establishment a line of stoves and general hardware. In 1897 he removed to his present location on Pipestone street. where he has an excellent and well equipped hardware store and steamfitting establish- ment, carrying a large and well selected stock of shelf and heavy hardware, to- gether with all the appliances needed for the installment of steamfitting and plumbing plants or for repair work along those lines. He gives close attention to his business, re- garding no detail as too unimportant for his supervision, and his application and earnest endeavor have been salient features

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in his success. In 1900 he purchased ten acres of land and set out a fruit orchard just outside the city limits, raising all kinds of fruit, including peaches, grapes and ber- ries. He has built a residence upon his place since it came into his possession and has an attractive home which enables him to enjoy all of the comforts of country life as well as the convenience of city life. He has al- ways been a hard-working, conscientious man, upright in his dealings and his busi- ness record proves that success and an honored name may be won simultaneously.

In 1874 at Clarendon, Orleans county, New York, occurred the marriage of Byron L. Hall and Miss Eva G. Wyman, who was born in that village. They have four chil- dren : Jessie S .; Morris J., who is in busi- ness with his father; Lena E .; and Ross B. Mr. Hall is a Republican, and his fellow townsmen recognizing his worth and ability have called him to the office of alderman, representing the third ward in the city coun- cil for two years. His fraternal relations connect him with the Ancient Order of United Workmen, the Modern Woodmen of America and the Patricians.

EDWARD B. CRYAN is proprietor of a meat market in Benton Harbor and is regarded as a worthy accession to the busi- ness ranks of the city. He is yet a young man, but his fellow townsmen recognize in him the possession of those qualities of en- terprise, laudable ambition and determina- tion which work for success in business af- fairs and in public interests as well. He was born in Stratford, Canada, in 1879. His father, John Cryan, a native of England, was brought to America when nine years of age by his parents, Patrick and Ella Cryan, who settled in Canada. He was reared to the occupation of farming, which he followed in the Dominion until 1896, when he came to Michigan, settling in Ben- ton township, Berrien county, where he pur- chased a farm. For several years he con- tinued its cultivation and improvement, but is now living a retired life, making his home in Benton Harbor.

His wife bore the

maiden name of Mary Carroll and was born in Canada. They have become the parents of seven children, of whom Edward B. is the fourth in order of birth. The family record is as follows: Joseph, who is en- gaged in the conduct of a meat market on Water street in Benton Harbor; Charles, a resident of Stratford, Canada; Mrs. Annie Taggry, living in Canada; Edward B., of this review; Mrs. Winnie Hauser, whose home is in St. Joseph, Michigan; and Frank and Mary, who are residents of Benton Har -. bor.

Edward B. Cryan began his education in the schools of Canada and continued his studies in Benton Harbor after coming to Michigan with his parents. He entered bus- iness life as a farm hand in the employ of Samuel Stewart of Benton township, and later went to New York city, where he was employed in a meat market, becoming thoroughly conversant with the business. After a year spent in the east he returned to Benton Harbor, where he secured employ- ment in the meat market of W. F. Summer- ville until that gentleman sold out, when Mr. Cryan entered the employ of E. A. Blackler, proprietor of a meat market, with whom he continued until 1902, when he purchased the store of his employer and embarked in busi- ness on his own account as a member of the firm of Cryan Brothers. He gave his broth- ers a start until they were able to engage in business for themselves. At the present time Mr. Cryan is sole owner of the market, which he is conducting successfully. It is well equipped with an excellent refrigerat- ing plant and all facilities for the care and preservation of the meats and he carries a good stock, so that he is able to meet the wishes of his patrons, who are continually growing in number. He started out in busi- ness on a small scale, but today has a splen- did trade and is carrying on a very remuner- ative business.

Mr. Cryan exercises his right of fran- chise in support of the men and measures of the Republican party, to which he has given his support since attaining his majority. The greater part of his life has been passed

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in Benton Harbor, where he is well known as a reliable business man and enterprising citizen.

LOUIS W. MILBOURNE. On therec- ord of business enterprises of Benton Har- bor mention should be made of the commer- cial interests of Louis W. Milbourne, who is engaged in dealing in harness, sleighs and carriages and who along modern business lines has so directed his efforts that he has found the path leading to successful ac- quirement. His birth occurred in Eaton county, Michigan, in 1860. His father, Peter Milbourne, a native of Ohio, is yet living at Eaton Rapids, Michigan, where he follows the occupation of farming. He re- moved from the Buckeye state to Eaton county about thirty-five or forty years ago and purchased an improved tract of land, upon which he has since made his home, his attention being given to its further cultiva- tion and development. He married Caro- line Roth, who was born in Pennsylvania and they have become the parents of three children : Etta May, of Saginaw, Michi- gan; Louis W., of this review; and Elmer E., who resides in Eaton Rapids.

Louis W. Milbourne was reared upon the home farm and early in life learned the harness making trade, entering upon an ap- prenticeship to the business in Eaton Rapids when eighteen years of age. There he con- tinued in that line of activity until about eight years ago, when he came to Benton Harbor and entered the employ of W. C. Hovey, a harness maker, with whom he con- tinued for about three years. In 1900 he engaged in business on his own account on Pipestone street and two years ago he pur- chased Mr. Hovey's business and has since been located on east Main street, where he is now engaged in the manufacture and sale of harness. He carries all kinds of kindred goods besides a large variety of sleighs, car- riages and wagons and he has built up a fine business. Public opinion is undivided con- cerning his methods and ability in business life, for the former are commendable and all acknowledge the latter. He is recognized as a man of keen discrimination and enter- prise who has learned that the road to wealth

is not a royal one, for the path is barred by obstacles which must be overcome by de- termined and earnest purpose if the goal of prosperity would be reached.

In 1905 Mr. Milbourne was married in Benton Harbor to Miss Dora Babcock, a daughter of Charles Babcock, and their re- cently established home is noted for its pleasing and gracious hospitality, which is enjoyed by the many friends whom they have won during their period of residence here. Mr. Milbourne exercises his right of franchise in support of the men and meas- ures of the Republican party and he holds fraternal relations with the Elks and the Modern Woodmen of America. In manner he is courteous and pleasant, winning friends by his genial disposition and honorable character which commands the respect of all. He is public-spirited in an eminent de- gree and during the years of his residence here has given his support to whatever is calculated to promote the general welfare.

ALBERT ROSS ARFORD. A life of service has made Albert Ross Arford a representative and respected citizen of Benton Harbor. While he is not with- out that laudable ambition to achieve suc- cess and thereby enjoy the honors and amenities of life, he does not regard the acquirement of wealth as the chief end and aim of his existence, and has put forth effective and earnest effort for public inter- ests and the moral development as well as for the growth of his individual business af- fairs. A young man, he is an active factor in the life of Benton Harbor and stands for all that is true, good, beautiful and elevating in life. He was born in Daviess county, Indiana, in 1872, and is a son of Frank B. Arford, whose birth occurred in Ohio and who died in Indiana in January, 1901, at the age of forty-seven years. He was a farmer by occupation, always following that pursuit in order to provide for his family. He wedded Miss Jane Wilson, also a native of Ohio and her death occurred in Indiana in 1895 when she was forty-three years of age. In their family were six children : Al- bert Ross: Mrs. Mary Winklepleck, a resi- dent of Indiana ; Mrs. Carrie France, who is

MR. AND MRS. ELISHA INGRAHAM

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living in Indiana; Roland D., of the same state; Mrs. Lillian Krieger, a resident of Bainbridge township; and Ralph R., who re- sides in Indiana.

Albert R. Arford was reared in the town of Odon, Indiana, where he attended the public schools, supplementing his earlier educational advantages by a course in West- field College in Illinois, from which he was graduated as a member of the class of 1896. At Hammond, Indiana, he was identified with the work of the Young Men's Christian Association for one year and in the early part of 1890 he came to Benton Harbor, where he became general secretary of the Young Men's Christian Association, accu- pying the position until the latter part of 1897, when he entered the employ of the Phoenix Accident Association. His time was thus passed for three years, dur- ing which period he acted as. cashier and assistant auditor. When the office was re- moved to Detroit he with others organized the Workingmen's Mutual Protective Asso- ciation, a health and accident organiza- tion with insurance principles, which was later incorporated with the following of- ficers : Frank Wittrick, president; M. A. Price, vice president; M. F. Hinkly, treas- urer; Albert R. Arford, secretary; and E. C. Bowlby as general manager of the agencies. This business was established in 1901 and has been very successful, owing largely to the business capacity, organizing force and executive ability of Mr. Arford.

In 1901 occurred the marriage of Mr. Arford and Miss Mabel E. Geer, who was born in this state. The wedding was cele- brated in Benton Harbor and there has been born upon them a daughter, Katherine F. The parents hold membership in the Con- gregational church and Mr. Arford, deeply interested in religious work and the moral development of his community, has taken a most helpful part in the various church activities, serving at the present time as superintendent of the Sunday school, which position he has held for the past five years and also as one of the officers of the Berrien County Sunday School Association. He is a Republican in politics and is public-spirited and progressive in an eminent degree.

ELISHA INGRAHAM, living in Bainbridge township, at Spink's Corners, is now living a retired life but for many years devoted his time and attention to general agricultural pursuits. Spink's Cor- ners was settled by the three Spink brothers, Orson, John and Samuel Spink, who lived in the - neighborhood for many years. Elisha Ingraham was born in Jefferson county, New York, September 15, 1830, his parents being Jarrett and Polly (Pitman) Ingraham, who in 1844 came to Berrien county. Their daughter Susan, the wife of Joseph Vincent, had already be- come a resident of Bainbridge township. Her husband was a brother of Albert Vin- cent, father of Alonzo Vincent, and Horace Vincent, another brother, likewise lived in this locality. Jarrett Ingraham was a cooper by trade and was very handy with tools. He secured land north of what is now Coloma and spent three years clearing a farm. He then traded that property for a new farm in Bainbridge township, east of Spink's Corners, where he spent his remain- ing days. His life there was devoted to making the farm a valuable and attractive property but his labors were not continued long, he passed away in July, 1851, be- ing then seventy-four years of age. His widow survived him until the 18th of August, 1872, and died at the age of eighty- eight years. In the family were eleven chil- dren, ten of whom reached years of ma- turity, and Elisha Ingraham is probably now the only one living. His brother, Minot Ingraham, died two or three years ago at Coloma, where he is remembered as a well known merchant and hotel man. He had two sons, Solon and Lyman. Mark Ingra- ham died at the old homestead when about thirty-four years of age. Lucy M. became Mrs. Davidson, and after living near St. Joseph for a few years removed to Kansas. Polly became the wife of Abner Woodward, of Watervliet township, and died when about fifty years of age. Her son, Oren Woodward, is proprietor of a summer re- sort on Paw Paw Lake. Susan, who be- came Mrs. Vincent, lived and died in Bain- bridge township, passing away at the ad- vanced age of more than eighty years. She

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lost her two sons, Jarrett and Merrick, bothı of whom died while serving in the United States Army. Lydia was married in New York to a Mr. Shippey, who died, and she afterward became the wife of George Collis. They came to Bainbridge, bringing with them her children by her first marriage, and Charles Shippey still lives in Bainbridge township, while her grandson, Collis Rol- and is living in Benton Harbor. One of her daughters, Lydia, died in Benton Harbor at the age of sixty-five years. She was the widow of John Sutherland, of Pipe- stone township.

Elisha Ingraham was at home until his father died. He was at that time twenty- two years of age, and he continued to live with his mother until her demise. Elisha was married September 15, 1859-the twenty- ninth anniversary of his birth-to Miss Helen Sedgwick, a daughter of Stephen and Mariamne ( Easton) Sedgwick. She was born in Jefferson county, New York, and in her childhood days accompanied her parents on their removal to Wisconsin, while at the age of twenty-one years she came to Bainbridge township, Berrien county. She was twenty-four years of age at the time of her marriage. She had begun teaching school when only fourteen years of age in Wisconsin, and taught nearly every year until her marriage, being thus engaged for a time in Bainbridge and in Fairplain.

Mr. Ingraham purchased the interest of the other heirs in the old home property, which in 1873 he exchanged for his present farm, which is pleasantly and conveniently located one-half mile west of Spink's Cor- ners. It was settled by a Mr. Marshall, but Mr. Ingraham placed much of it under cul- tivation. It comprises one hundred acres and has been devoted to the raising of grain and hay, and to some extent to the cultiva- tion of apples. He continued actively in the management and conduct of the farm until 1906, when he rented it and is now liv- ing at the Corners, enjoying a well earned rest.

Unto Mr. and Mrs. Ingraham have been born four daughters: Mary, at home; Emma, the wife of Myron C. Merrill, who

is living near Spink's Corners; Ella, the wife of Curtis L. Andrews, who has been engaged in merchandising at Spink's Cor- ners for several years; and Grace, the wife of Forry Nichols, who is living on her father's farm. In his political views Mr. Ingraham is a stanch Prohibitionist, never faltering in his allegiance to the party. for he is a strong temperance man and he be- lieves that the temperance question is the most important one to the country. His life has been one of activity, crowned with success. He has lived in this part of the state from the age of fourteen years, or for a period of six decades, and has watched with interest those events which have formed decades in the annals of this part of the state. He has also contributed to its ma- terial progress and as the years have gone by has achieved the success which now en- ables him to rest retired from further labor.

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A twentieth century history of Berrien County, Michigan, Part 53

Author: Coolidge, Orville W Publication date: 1906 Publisher: Chicago : Lewis Pub. Co. Number of Pages: 1314

Author: Coolidge, Orville W
Publication date: 1906
Publisher: Chicago : Lewis Pub. Co.
Number of Pages: 1314