History of Monroe County, Michigan, Part 112

Author: Wing, Talcott Enoch, 1819-1890, ed
Publication date: 1890
Publisher: New York, Munsell & company
Number of Pages: 882


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MRS. SARAH BOGARDUS, of London, was born in Erie county, N. Y., September 13, 1840. She came to Michigan with her father in 1857, locating in Newaygo county. In 1858 she married Marquis Palmer, of London. He was born in Gene ee county, N. Y., in 1826, died 1877. By this marriage four children were born to them, John, Perry, Orlanda, and Cora. All are living excepting Cora, who died December 17, 1886. December 22, 1883, Mrs. Palmer married William Bogardus, of Milan, Mich., whose name she now bears.


ALEX. BONDY, JR., of London, was born in Rockwood, Monroe county, November 10, 1856. He lived at home until 15 years old, and sailed on a vessel from Bay City to Toledo, following sailing until the fall of 1883. January 7, 1884, he married Kate Lavough, of Carlton, Mich. She was born at Rawsonville, Mich., Dec. 14, 1859. After their mar-


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riage they lived at Carlton for a few months, then went to London, began farming on a portion of the Moulton farm, section 29, where they now reside. One child, a girl, has been born to them, Mary Maggie, born Nov. 21, 1885.


FRANCIS DEVERE BUTTS, of London, was born at Ypsilanti, Mich , April 24, 1844. February 22, 1864, he enlisted in Co. G. 12th Mich. Vol. Inf., as private, going to Little Rock, Ark. February 15. 1865, was discharged at Camden, Ark. He returned to Michigan and engaged in farming. Married in 1870, Emmagene Head, of Augusta, Mich. She was born at Sumpter, January 3, 1843. They remained at Augusta upon a farm until 1878, when he exchanged the farm for one he now owns at London. Two chil- dren were born to them, Celista and Wallace. Celista died Ang. 19, 1876.


BENJAMIN F. CALHOUN was born in London, Mich., Oct. 19, 1855. September 3, 1876, married Amanda Youngs, of London, who was born Sept. 2, 1859. One child. Irena, was born to them January 18, 1879. Mr. Calhoun's health is poor, he having been crushed by the falling of a log. His farm con- tains 2 acres of land. Address, London.


JOHN CAVANAGII, farmer of London, was born in Ireland, Feb. 27, 1832 ; came to America in 1852. Sept. 22, 1861, enlisted in Co. D, Mich. Vol. Inf. Married Catherine Wirth, of London, in 1864. She was born in Pennsylvania, Nov. 24, 1843. Ten chil- dren were born to them. Mr. Cavanagh is a member of William Bell Post, G. A. R., of Dundee.


CHARLES M. COON was born in Oncida county, N. Y., April 5, 1830. Married Sept. 20, 1851, Laura Austin. He enlisted in Co. D, 2d N. Y. Vol. Cav., Feb. 20, 1863, as private. January, 1865, was dis- charged at the close of the war. In 1866 came to Michigan. He married his second wife, Melica Schuyler. March 25, 1867, who was born in Ohio. July 10, 1842. Six children were born to them. Mr. Coon is a farmer. Address, London.


WILLIAM E. CROSBY, farmer of London, Mich., was born in Canada, March 6, 1864. Came to the States in 1880, locating at Ypsilanti. Married Sarah Francis Augustus, of Ypsilanti, who was born Jan. 16, 1868. Mr. Crosby lived in different parts of Michigan until 1887, when he purchased 20 acres of land at London. One child was born to them. Ad- dress, London.


CHESTER DANIELS was born Feb. 15, 1845. His parents died when he was three years old, and he went to live with a family at Dundee. He enlisted in 1864 for one year. In 1867 he moved to London, and married Sarah Moyer. In 1872 bought a farm in Mi- lan, consisting of 10 acres. In 1874 was employed by the Star Bending Co., of London, for onc and one-half years. He owns 60 acres of land in London, where he still lives. To them three children were born. Ida B., Anna and Annis. Mr. Daniels is a Democrat.


DANIEL L. DEVEE, an active farmer of London, Mich., was born in Rhinebeck, N. Y., Jan. 25, 1817. He lived with his parents, John and Rebecca (Shaffer) De Vee, until his 15th year, when he went to Newark, N. J., to learn the shoemaker's trade. When he had completed his trade he sailed on the vessel " Parker." under Capt. William Austin, of New Bedford; after this he sailed under Capt. Smith, and was gone two years. Returning in the fall of 1841, he located on a farm in London, Mich., where he remained three years, ard in 1849 moved to Dundee and opened a boot and shoe house. In the spring of 1852 he started for California, driving a team all the way, reaching there about the first of September. He re- mained there until the spring of 1853, then returned to Michigan. In 1855 he went to Frenchtown, Monroe county, and worked the farm his father was carrying on for him. He remained there until 1866, when he


settled in London on the farm of 120 acres where he has since resided. In October, 1841, he married Mary H. Smith, who was born in Scotland, June 6, 1823. Ten children have been born to them, all of whom are living. Mr. De Vee has held the office of justice of the peace for one term in Dundee, and for one term at London. He was also nominated in 1884 for the leg- islature in the Second District, and in 1886 as sheriff in Monroe county, upon the Prohibition ticket.


DANIEL WRIGHT DEVEE, a son of Daniel L. DeVee, was born in Dundee, Feb. 26, 1854. His early life was spent on the farm at Rome. Nov. 8, 1874. he married Louisa Armstrong. She was born in London. Mich., July 18, 1858. After his marriage they moved on a portion of his father's farm and began for them- selves. He afterwards purchased 60 acres. In the summer of 1887 his house was burned, and before the winter he had erected a new and better home. Three children have been born to them: Daniel L., born Sept. 21, 1875; Harry E., born Sept. 13, 1877, and Alpha A., born June 1, 1885.


JOHN J. DEVEE, a farmer of London, was born in Monroe county, Mich .. Dec. 25, 1844. He enlisted in Co. I, 11th Mich. Vol. Inf., Aug. 24, 1861. Was in the battles of Stone River, Mission Ridge, Buzzard's Roost, Kenseaw Mountain and Chickamauga, re- maining with regiment until its return to Michigan, in 1864. In 1870 he enlisted in the 11th U. S. Reg. Inf., as private, going to Sulphur Springs, Texas, then to Fort Richardson, and Fort Sill, Ind. Ter. Was with MeKenzie in the '72 scout, being out six months. His time expired March 3, 1875, and he engaged as stage driver between Jacksboro and Weatherford, Texas, remaining four months, then returned to Michigan. Feb. 20, 1876, married Mary P. Haner, of London, who was born Aug. 1, 1853. One child was born 10 them. Mr. De Vee is a member of Lucius Taylor Post, No. 274, G. A. R., of Milan, Michigan.


ALONZO V. DRAPER was born in New York, Oct. 19, 18:9. Came to Michigan in 1836. locating at York, Washtenaw county. In 1843 he married Eliza- beth Hathaway, of Mooresville, Mich., who was born in York, in 1825. Five children were born to them. Ile enlisted, October, 1862, in Co. F. 6th Mich. H. Art., taking with him his son Walter. Mr. Draper was discharged October, 1865; his son, December, 1865, at Jackson, Mich. Mr. Draper owns a fine farm in London township, where he resides. Address, Oak- ville. Michigan.


MRS. ESTHER DYHE, of London, was born in New York State, June 26, 1835. Married Abram Van- Schoick, of London, Sept. 11, 1852. He was a cooper. Three children were born to them. Abram VanSchoick enlisted in 1863 in Co. I. 11th Mich. Inf., as a private. Died while in service, at Nashville, Tenn., Dec. 11, 1864. February 1, 1865, Mrs. VanSchoick married Morse Dyhe, of London. Five children were born of this union. Mr. Dyhe was a farmer and blacksmith. He died Dec. 13, 1878. Mrs. Dyhe manages a farm of 80 acres of land.


ADNA ENO, a farmer, was born in Jackson county, Mich., July 4, 1854. His early life was spent on the farm with his father. Jan. 29, 1877, married Harriet Cook, of New Boston, Wayne county, Mich. She was born in Pennsylvania. Sept. 29, 1861. Her parents came to Michigan in 1863. Mr. Eno lived two years on a farm at New Boston, one year at Ann Arbor, and returned to London. In 1886 he moved upon the farm where he now resides, which consists of 80 acres of land. Four children were born to Mr. and Mrs. Eno. Address, London.


ZEMRIAH ENO, an active farmer of London, was born at Waterloo, Mich .. Dec. 16, 1850. July 14, 1871, he married Hannah Dolbee, of Oakville, who was born at Saline, Mich., May 12, 1854. After three years they purchased 20 acres of land, and in 1886, 28 acres additional. In 1874 built for themselves a


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neat home. Six children were born to them. Address, London.


HENRY D. EVERETT, a farmer of London, Mich., was born at Sackett's Harbor, N. Y .. Feb. 3, 1823. September, 1830, his parents came to Michigan, and in October, 1830, they moved to London township, his father making the first clearing and erecting the first house in that township; he died in July, 1838, aged 46. His mother died in New York, in 1826. Henry D. remained with his father until his 15th vear. and then began life for himself, and after his father's death took charge of the farm for a year or more, then entered a store at Dundee for a year. In 1841 he went to New York, working on a farm in the summer and teaching school in the winter, In 1845 he went to Gloversville, N. Y., and engaged with the Glove Manufacturing Co., following this for 20 years. December. 1849, he married Julia A. Butler, of Glov- ersville. N. Y. She was born in Windsor, Conn., Nov. 16, 1825. He returned with his family to Lon- don, January, 1865, erecting a new house and remain- ing here until April, 1879, when he went to Kansas, remaining there until 1881; he then returned to Lon- don. In 1883 went to Big Rapids, Mich. In Febru- ary, 1886, returned to London; engaged in farming and dairy products, which occupation he now follows. To Mr. and Mrs. Everett eight children have been born: Mary L., Alice, Laura, Henry C., Charlie, Emily, John G. and Lillian.


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CHARLES E. FARRINGTON, farmer, of London, was born April 16, 1849, upon the farm he now owns. His father was one of the first members of the State legislature, and member of the convention which framed the first constitution of Michigan. Sept. 1, 1864, Charles enlisted in Co. M, 2d Mich. Cav., as pri- vate. Was discharged by general order, June 21, 1865. Married, Sept. 24, 1865, Elfinda S. Rorebeck, of London. For children were born to them. Mr. Farrington is one of the representative farmers of London: deals largely in stock and grain; is member of the Free Methodist Society.


GEORGE N. FINCH was born in Yates county, N. Y., Oct. 3, 1823 Married, Feb. 2, 1851, Helen M. Hoffman, of Arcadia, Wayne county, N. Y. She was born at Phelps, Wayne county, N. Y , Sept. 12, 1835. Oct. 1, 1862, they came to Michigan, locating in Oak- land county. In 1879 moved to Dundee, remaining three years, then coming to London, where they now reside. Seven children have been born to them. His farm contains 78 acres of land, 50 acres being under cultivation. Address, London.


ROLAND L. FINCH, a farmer of London, was born in Wayne county, N. Y., Nov. 28, 1858. He lived with his parents until 18, and then began life for himself; worked ont by the month for two years, and then entered the cabinet ware.rooms at Tecumseh, Mich., remaining for one year; then started a sugar manufactory at Dundee, Mich. After a year went to Saline for one year. In the spring of 1882 moved to London upon a farm, and began farming for himself, and has since resided there, his sister be- ing his housekeeper, he having never married.


JOHN C. FORSHEE, a farmer of London, was born August 23, 1805, in New Jersey. Learned the carpenter and joiner's trade of his father. Married April, 1828, Mary Forshee, of New York State. July 14, 1853, she died. Married Oct. 22, 1862, Nancy Ransom, of London. Ten children were born to them. Mrs. Nancy Forshee died May 28, 1896. Ad- dress, London.


AUSTIN FULLER, an active farmer of London, was born in Williams county, Ohio, March 13, 1852. Ilis parents left Ohio in 1859, going to Clayton county, Iowa, remaining there three years; then moved to Pennsylvania and to Ashtabula county, Ohio, and at last settling in Williams county, Ohio, where Nelson and his brother, aged 16, enlisted in the 38th Ohio


Vol. Inf., until the close of the war. In 1865 his father sold his farm in Ohio, and with a colony of 143 persons, and 125 head of cattle, went to Polk county, Iowa, living there nine years. In 1871 his father came to Monroe county, purchased a farm in London, where he died in 1875. April 5, 1881, Austin married Sarah Birkett, of Exeter, Monroe county. She was born in LaSalle, Monroe county, March 16, 1854. One child has been born to Mr. and Mrs. Fuller, Olive May, born in 1882 (Nov. 8th).


GEORGE FULLER, of London, was born in New York State, June 22, 1851. His father and family came to Michigan in 1853. July 2, 1876, George mar- ried Miss D. Haner, of London, who was born Sept. 2, 1857. Her father enlisted in 1862 in 17th Mich. Vol. Inf., and died while in service. October, 1882, George purchased the farm where they now reside. They have had two children, one living. Address, London.


MRS. JOSEPH FULLER, of London, was born in Wayne, Wayne county, Mich., Feb. 7, 1848. Her maiden name was Polly Maria Raymond, and she was married March 7, 1867, with Joseph Fuller, of Washtenaw county, Mich. Mr. Fuller enlisted in Co. H, 14th Mich. Vol. Inf .. as private, for three years. Was discharged in 1865; was taken prisoner at Franklin, Tenn., and held three months. Mrs. Fuller is mother of six children. In 1875 they purchased the farm where Mrs. Fuller now resides.


EDWARD C. GREEN, farmer, of London, was born March 19, 1839. His parents were born in the east. In 1831 his father came to Michigan, and soon . after married. August 5, 1862, Edward enlisted in Co. F, 18th Mich. Vol. Inf., going to Lexington, Ky. Was taken sick with typhoid fever, and sent to the Government Hospital. March, 1865, he was detached from his company and put upon special duty. Soon after was made captain of a company of colored troops. July, 1865, was discharged at the close of the war. He returned to London, and March 19, 1866, married Lucena Welch, of Exeter. She was born Dec. 25, 1843. They have two children ; owns 390 acres of land, besides half interest in timber land, and a store at Boyne City. Deals largely in stock. Ad- dress, London.


JOHN B. GREEN, an active farmer of London, was born at Lawrencetown, Ohio, June 24, 1850. His parents came to Michigan in 1865, settled on what was then known as LaPleasant Creek, Monroe county ; purchased 114 acres of land, living here three years ; then they moved to Ida, on the farm called the Judge Wing farmi. John B. purchased, in 1875, 40 acres of land in London. Married Mary A. Lefflier, who was born March 15, 1850, in Ida township. Her parents were German, came to America in 1848. Two children were born. Address, London,


JOHN W. GRISWOLD, farmer, of London, was born at Tecumseh, July 22, 1834. His parents came from New York State in 1824, traveling the distance with four horses, and their wagon loaded with their effects. John married April 6, 1858, Harriet A. Bangs, of Raisin, Lenawee county, who was born July 22, 1837. He engaged in general painting until 1868, when he came to London, locating on 85 acres of land, where he now resides. Three children have been born to them : C. W., Minnie B. and James W. Mr. Griswold has held several offices of trust, having been township clerk five years, and at present is justice of peace ; also has charge of the London cemeteries. For 16 years he has taught music, and has charge of all musical interests of London.


EDGAR T. HAIGHT was born Sept. 28, 1837, in London, Mich., upon the farm he now resides on. He was married Feb. 20, 1870, with Delphine Moore, of Milan, who was born July 5, 1849, in Canada. Her parents were born in England. In 1859 they came to Redlord, Wayne county, Mich. Edgar, after his mar-


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riage, settled upon the farm he now owns. He is also a carpenter and joiner. Erected one of the finest residences in Milan, where he lived four years. Three children were born to Mr. and Mrs. Haight. Address, London.


GEORGE C. HAIGHT was born Nov. 23, 1834. Came to Michigan with his parents in 1836. Married Nov. 24, 1859, Harriet N. Howe, of London. He enlisted August 11, 1862, in Co. H, 18th Mich. Vol. Inf. Was discharged by general order, June 23, 1865. Mrs. Haight died March 3, 1874, leaving three children. July 25, 1875, he married Anna Jeffery, of Oakland county, Mich. She was born in Oakland county, Jan. 25, 1841. Two children born by this marriage. Mr. Haight is a farmer. Address, London.


MRS. ELLEN G. HALL, widow of Martin V., was born in Great Britain, Nov. 29, 1829. Came to America with her parents in 1841. locating in Winnebago county, Wis. Ellen married July 3, 1851, Martin V. Hall, who was born in Vermont, July 11, 1829. In 1851 they came to Michigan. He enlisted in Co. H, 9th Mich. Vol. Inf., in 1864; was discharged June, 1865. One child was born to them, April 16, 1852, who died Sept. 26, 1879. Mr. Hall died July 11, 1884. He had been township treasurer and justice of peace. Mrs. Hall's address is London.


JOHN I. HANER, of London, was born in New York State, April 28, 1847. Married Mary A. Devee, of London, July 4, 1863. She was born in Dundee, Dec. 24, 1852. One child was born to them, Oscar W., born March 24, 1869. Mr. Haner has engaged in threshing since 1860, and has one of the best separa- tors in the market. Address, London.


WILLIAM HAZLETT, a farmer of London, Mich., was born in Bellville, Mich., Aug. 13, 1856. When five years old he went to Canada with his parents, re- maining there five years. When 12 years old he secured work as driver of cattle, going with a herd to the western country, Nebraska, Idaho, and Indian Ter- ritory. He remained there five years, then returned to Bellville, Mich. After a year learned the painters' trade, and worked at it in Grand Rapids, Mich. In 1885 he moved to London on a farm of 80 acres. October, 1885, he married Maggie Durham, of Denton, Mich. She was born in Orange county, N. Y., June 10, 1855. One child has been born to them, Josephine, born July 13, 1886.


SANFORD D. HEAD, born at Sumpter, Wayne county, Mich., September 7, 1847. His parents were born in New York State. When 18 years of age he left home, traveling through different States through the West, and at last settled in Michigan. April 1, 1877, he married Clara Brookner, of Milan, who was born in 1857. Two children were born to them: John F., May 30, 1879, and Josie M., August 27, 1881. Mr. Head moved upon his present farm in London in 1879. His farm consists of forty acres of land.


WILLIAM A. HEATH, of Augusta, Washtenaw county, Mich., was born in Livingston county. N. Y., November 13, 1836. He enlisted August 13, 1861, in Co. C, 50th New York Engineers, as private. In Feb. 1864, he re-enlisted in same company. In June, 1865, was discharged. In fall of 1865 returned to Michigan. In 1879 he moved to Augusta, where he now resides on a farm. Married October 10, 1866, Minervia Jane Bradshaw, of Angusta, who was born in New York State, October 20, 1832. Mr. Heath is a member of Carpenter Post, No. 180, G. A. R., of Ypsilanti. Owns ten aeres of land.


CHARLES HEMPSTEAD, a farmer of London, Mich., was born in Chautauqua county, N. Y., May 10, 1823. His parents came to Ohio when he was ten years old. When he was 21 his parents moved to Livingston county, Mich., trading their Ohio land for a farm in Michigan. In 1849 they sold their farm and went to Jackson county, where they had a farm of


eighty acres. June 24, 1867, he married Saralı Fisk, of Lenawee county, Mich. She was born in Marion county, September 28, 1838. November, 1884, they moved to the town of London, and have since resided there. Four children have been born to them: Frank- lin, born June 9, 1867; Darwin C., born October 30, 1869, died July 31, 1887, aged nearly 18 years; Lillis P., born May 22, 1871; Jennie, born February 24, 1879.


PETER J. HENRY. an active farmer of London, was born at Exeter, Mich., November 7, 1843. March 20, 1868, married Elizabeth Rose, of Augusta, Mich., who was born December 15, 1844. Six children were born to them: Carrie, John L., Sarah Maria, William, Julia M., and Rosa E. Mr. Henry's father was a Rus- sian; his mother an American. Postoffice address, London.


ANDREW I. HERRON, a farmer of London, Mich , was born in Pennsylvania, May 27, 1833. His parents died when he was six years old. He began work for himself when 15 years old on a farm. He lived in Pennsylvania until 1853, when he went to Ohio. May 27, 1860, he married Louisa Baulch, of Lake county, Ohio. She was born in Ohio, April 27, 1840; died in July, 1877. November 17, 1861, Mr. Herron en- listed in Co. F, as a private. June 23, 1863, he was discharged by reason of disability; being unfit for service he returned to Ohio. He never had any ad- vantages of education, his parents' death depriving him of school. August, 1878, he married Mercy Wellman, of Painesville, Ohio. In 1880 he moved to Michigan, and in 1886 moved to London. In 1881 he married his third wife, Jennie Denike, who was born in London, March 8, 1848. By this marriage two children (twins) were born to them in 1883: Elmer and Edward. Mr, Herron has four children by his first wife.


GEORGE S. HOLTEN, an active farmer of London, Mich., was born in Fulton Village, Oswego county, N. Y., July 13, 1840. In 1849 his parents moved to Michigan, and George went to live with Mr. E. Barns for three years; then worked for his father on his farm. He also had learned the cooper's trade and worked at it. August 26, 1862, he enlisted in Co. H. 18th Mich. Inf., as a private. He remained with his regiment in all its battles. At Camp Snow Pond was captured and taken prisoner while on picket duty. He was mustered out of service June 26, 1865. He re- turned to London and engaged in farming, which he still follows. August 9, 1868, he married Margaret Moren, of Brooklyn, Jackson county, Mich., who was born in Michigan, February 8, 1851. Four children have been born to them: Mary J., bora March 10, 1869, died September 29, 1869; Ella M., born Decem- ber 20, 1870; George F., horn June 25, 1875; Elmora, born March 9, 1886. Reuben Holten, a brother of George, was a member of Co. H, 18th Mich. Iuf. He died at Nashville, Tenn., June, 1863, and is buried in the Soldiers' Cemetery at that city. Joseph, another brother, was a member of Co. K, 15th Mich. V. I. He died August, 1865, at London, and is buried in London cemetery.


ARTEMAS HOPKINS, an active farmer of London, was born September 9, 1860. His father was born in London. He enlisted in 1862, and was captured and taken to Andersonville prison, where it is supposed he starved to death. Artemas has always been a farmer. Married Mary M. Ostrander, of Canton. Wayne coun- ty, Mich. She was born April 4, 1858, at Conway, Mich. They have four children. The farm on which he resides belonged to his grandfather; is now owned by Willard Hopkins. Artemas has 150 acres of land, and depends on stock raising more than grain raising.


WILLARD E. HOPKINS, farmer of London, was born July 30, 1862. His parents were born in Lon- don, Mich. . Willard owns the old homestead, and spends his winters there. In 1879 he went to Supe- rior, Washtenaw county, remaining one year; then


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went to Canton, Wayne county. The following two years were spent at London; from that time he has been at York, Washtenaw county. He has never married. The homestead consists of eighty acres of land, forty being under cultivation.


THOMAS C. HOWARD, a general merchant of Oakville, was born at Augusta, Mich., June 14, 1846. His parents came to Michigan in 1834. February 10, 1868, Thomas married Mary E. Tuttle, of Augusta. She was born in New York State, May 5, 1848 They have two children. Mr. Howard managed his father's farm until 1880, when he came to London, purchased a general supply store in connection. He is engaged buying and seliing all kinds of produce; also provides Detroit markets with cattle and poultry, giving special attention to the shipping of the same. He has been twice elected supervisor of London; also treasurer. Has served several terms as township clerk at Au- gusta, Mich. He is a member of the I. O. O. F., No. 197, Wolverine Lodge, of Milan, Michigan.


DAVID HOWE was born at London, Mich., March 27, 1846, upon the farm he now occupies. His parents came from Vermont to Michigan in 1836. April 21, 1873, he married Coraline Everett, of Raisinville. She was born January 18, 1854. Four children were born to them. Oliver Howe, brother of David, enlisted in Co. I, 11th Mich. V. I., August 24, 1861; was dis- charged August 5, 1862, being disabled. He died Jan- uary 9, 1864, Address David Howe, London, Michi- gan.


MERRITT HOWE was born in Vermont, March 13, 1830. He married November 28, 1852, Jane Elizabeth Graves, of Dundee. She was born in New York State, January 25, 1830. In 1853 they came to Lon- don. Six children have been born 10 them. In 1857, came to reside upon the farm of 35 acres of land where he still lives. Postoffice address, London, Michigan.




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