History of Washtenaw County, Michigan : together with sketches of its cities, villages and townships...and biographies of representative citizens : history of Michigan, Part 162

Author: Chas. C. Chapman & Co
Publication date: 1881
Publisher: Chicago : Chas. C. Chapman & Co.
Number of Pages: 1457

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His father gave him his time at 20, and he went to Massachusetts where some friends had gone before him, to learn some kind of manufacturing where better wages could be had than working on a farm. He secured a place at $10 per month, in the shop of one Luke Harrington, a manufacturer of guns and cast- steel hoes, who was a very enthusiastic Jackson man, and had great hopes of Van Buren as Jackson's successor. Luke offered to increase his wages 50 per cent. for another year, but not immediately accepting the offer, the great financial crash of 1837 occurred after Old Hickory had fought his great battle with the United States bank, and all the smaller banks in the country suspended specie payments, many of them permanently. Manufacturing establishments all over the country, as well as banks, suspended business, and young Allen, as well as thousands of others, was thrown out. He then, rather than feed on husks, re- turned to his father's house, where he worked summers and taught school winters. till he was 25 years of age. He then went to Deckertown, N. J., where his. brother Carlos had commenced the practice of medicine. He taught school continuously in that vicinity for about five years. Having heroically and suc- cessfully dodged the arrows of Cupid till 30 years of age, he was finally pierced to the heart with one which laid him at the feet of Sarah Dewey, a very estima- ble and accomplished young lady, whom he married in the spring of 1847. She was born Dec. 22, 1821, a daughter of Wm. F. and Catherine (Compton) Dewey, natives of New Jersey.

Soon after his marriage Mr. Allen took an interest in a woolen manufactory in the village of Branchville, Sussex Co., N. J., which business he pursued about three years and then removed to Michigan upon the farm where he now resides. Here he has pursued a successful course of farming, and has raised a family of 7 daughters and 1 son, namely : Kate, wife of Franklin Butler, was born in Sussex Co., N. J., Feb. 20, 1848; Mary E., wife of J. D. Forsythe, was born in New Jersey, March 11, 1849; Louisa, wife of L. R. Alder, a man of Iowa, was born in Washtenaw Co. Aug. 28, 1850; Laura A., wife of O. G. Alderman, of Swan Lake, Dakotah, was born April 26, 1852; Ada L., wife of J. J. Saulsbury, of North Baltimore, Wood Co., Ohio; Alice, born March 31, 1856; Ida M., born May 23, 1860; Willie F., born April 17, 1864.

Mr. Allen was first elected as School Inspector, then as Justice of the Peace, and finally, in 1862, as Representative to the State Legislature, on the Union ticket. He served two sessions with marked ability and honor. He owns 200 acres of land, all under a high state of cultivation. He has always enjoyed the confidence and respect of his neighbors, taking part in all public questions, and having been entrusted by them with various town offices, and in the years 1863-'4 he represented the towns of Augusta, York, Saline, Bridgewater, Manchester and Lodi, in the Legislature. Since that time he has quietly pursued his favorite occupation. He is often consulted by his neighbors as to their matters of difficulty, and has saved many of them expensive lawsuits by timely and friendly counsel. He is at this time mourning the loss of his beloved wife, whose death occurred the 25th of Jan. last.

As a representative man of the higher class of Michigan citizens, we give Mr. Allen's portrait in this volume, on page 529.

John F. Areny, farmer, section 7, was born in New York, Nov. 16, 1847, and is a son of Albert G. and Emily (Geer) Areny, natives of Connecticut. John F. settled at Ann Arbor, Mich., in 1868, and May 20, 1874, was married to Anna LeBaron, daughter of Uriah and Lois (Shepherd) LeBaron, who came to this county in 1828. Mr. Areny and wife have two children-Laura, born June 12, 1875, and Lois L., born Jan. 19, 1877. Mr. Areny has been a very successful sew- ing-machine agent for over eight years. He is a Republican.

Daniel Aylesworth, farmer, section 26, was born in New York, in 1805, and was a son of Daniel and Anna Aylesworth, natives of Rhode Island. Mr. Aylesworth came to this county in 1835. He was married in New York, in 1827, to Betsey Huntley, who was born in New York, in 1810. Two children were given them (both de- ceased). Mrs. Aylesworth died in 1832. He was married, in 1833, to Betsey Per-

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kins, who was born in New York, in 1805. One child was born to them, Eme- line, wife of A. D. Dinsmore. Again death claimed a victim, and Mrs. Ayles- worth was laid at rest in 1869. Mr. Aylesworth was married, in 1878, to Mary A. Marvin, who was born in New York, in 1811. Mr. Aylesworth owns 40 acres of land, and is a consistent member of the Baptist Church.

Orrin Russell Townsend (deceased) was born in Carmel tp., Putnam Co., N. Y., Nov. 14, 1818. His parents were James and Sarah (Russell) Townsend na- tives of New York. When Orrin was two years old his mother died, and he then resided with his uncle, Stephen Russell, four years, and subsequently with a Mr. Morgan until his 21st year. With the latter he learned the wagon-maker's trade, but never followed it as a business. When 18 years of age, he went to Western New York and worked with his brother at the carpenter's trade, and then at mill- ing for 14 years. He was married to Nancy J. De Mill, a native of Richmond, N.Y., and daughter of Isaac and Lanah DeMill. Two children were given them -Elizabeth, who was born April 6, 1846, and died April 3, 1847; and Delos A., who was born Sept. 11, 1851. Mr. Townsend came to Michigan in 1843, locating in Lima tp., where Mrs. T. died, Oct. 5, 1855. April 14, 1856, Mr. Townsend married Phoebe E. De Mill, who was born April 14, 1830. Three children were given them-Gilmer P., born Aug. 6, 1857; Hugh S., born May 5, 1861; and Charles O., born Jan. 16, 1863. In 1863 Mr. Townsend sold his farm in Lima tp., and purchased one in York, where he lived until his death, which occurred April 6, 1872. Mr. Townsend was quite reserved in his address, and politically was a Democrat. He once served as Justice of the Peace.

Warren Babcock, farmer and stock-raiser, was born at Scipio, Cayuga Co., N. Y., Dec. 18, 1823, and a son of David and Electa (Daniels) Babcock, the former of whom was born in New York, in 1789. In 1853 he came to Michigan, where he died Dec. 5, 1878. Warren first settled at Ypsilanti, and subsequently in Kent county, coming to his present residence in 1880. He owns a quarter-section of land in sec. 34, valued at $45 per acre. He is Republican in politics, and a mem- ber of the Masonic order. He was married July 31, 1847, to Cordelia Twist. Six children were given them, four of whom are living-Katy, wife of George Jones; Frank, who was born Nov. 20, 1858; Cordelia, born Aug. 4, 1860; and Warren, Jr., born Sept. 15, 1856. Harriet, and Mary E., who married William A. Duress, are deceased. The latter left one child, Kittie. Mrs. Babcock died, and Mr. B. was again married July 2, 1872, to Mary A. McKibbon.

H. B. Bessac, M. D., physician and surgeon, Milan, was born in this county May 21, 1845. His parents are William H. and Mary J. (Wheeley) Bessac, the former a native of New York, of French descent; and the latter a native of Con- necticut, William H. Bessac is a retired physician, and resides at Manchester, at the age of 72 years. His wife died in 1855. H. B. graduated from the medical department of the University of Michigan, in 1873, and immediately began the practice of his profession. He located in Wayne Co., Mich., and in 1874, at Milan, where he has since resided, and enjoyed a good share of the public patronage. He was married in New York, in 1867, to Julia E. Yale, born at Middlebury, Vt., in 1844, a daughter of Harvey and Camilia Yale. Of the three children born to them, two are living-William H., born Feb. 2, 1869, and Bertrand, born Sept. 1, 1877. Doctor Bessac is a member of the Masonic fraternity, and votes with the Republican party.

Charles M. Blackmer, merchant, Milan, was born in Massachusetts, Dec. 27, 1844, and is a son of David and Zeriah (Palmiter) Blackmer, who came to Washtenaw county in 1856. Mr. Blackmer was married, Jan. 12, 1865, to Emily E. Webb, born in this county June 19, 1845, and daughter of Myron and Catherine (Kan- ouse) Webb, natives of New York. Seven children have been born to bless this union, six of whom survive-Cynthia M., born Dec. 13, 1865; Grace M., born Aug. 4, 1867; S. Thurlow, born April 11, 1869; Eddie, born Dec. 4, 1870; Webb, born Aug. 4, 1872; and Bertha Z., born May 17, 1877. D. M., born Aug. 2, 1879, died Aug. 28, 1880. Mr. Blackmer started in the mercantile trade at Milan some years ago, and has built up a large and fast-increasing trade. He is a large prop- erty-owner, a member of the I. O. O. F .; and a Republican. He has been . Clerk of York tp.

John W. Blakeslee, farmer, sec. 15, York tp., was born in New York, April 25, 1830, and is a son of John W. and Urana (Bonney) Blakeslee. They emigrated to this country in 1836, where the former died in 1860, the latter still living, and although 88 years of age, retains her mental and physical faculties'to a marked

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degree. Blakeslee's father was a wagon-maker, but John W. was raised on a farm, and has followed agricultural pursuits, and stock-raising the greater por- tion of his life. He now owns 345 acres of fine land. He was married Nov. 24, 1850, to Elizabeth Richards, born in Nottingham, England, March 10, 1829, and daughter of William and Elizabeth (Sibert) Richards, of English descent. They emigrated to this country in 1830, where the former died Aug. 2, 1864, and the latter March 11, 1875. They have one child by this marriage, Flora E., born May 6, 1837. In politics Mr. Blakeslee is Republican, and has been elected as Constable, J. P., and Supervisor of York tp .. holding the latter position, with the exception of 1879, since 1877. He is a good citizen, and one well respected. His portrait appears in this work, on page 1319.

Dr. Jonathan R. Bowers (deceased) was born in Central New York, June 19, 1800. He emigrated to York tp., Washtenaw Co., Mich., in May, 1832, and prac- ticed his chosen profession until the infirmities of age compelled him to retire from the field. He died suddenly of apoplexy, on July 18, 1873, aged over 73 years. Dr. Bowers was appointed the first Postmaster of York tp., which office he filled, at different periods, for over 20 years. He was elected J. P., at the or- ganization of York tp., and held that position, except one or two terms, until his death. He was Colonel of the 6th Reg. Mich. Militia, and would have entered the Union army during the Rebellion, but age deterred him. He was twice mar- ried. In New York, July 9, 1826, he married Marency Maxson. Mrs. Bowers died, and in 1843 he was married to Harriet N. Wheeler, of Northville, Mich., with whom he lived happily until his death. Mrs. Bowers has charge of the postoffice at York, which was vacated by the Doctor's demise. An aged friend said of Dr. Bowers :- " He was the physician, the friend and the brother of everybody, for miles around;" and another :- "Give me a fair compensation for what the Doctor did gratuitously, and I shall be rich."

Luther E. Bradley, farmer, sec. 19, is a life resident of this county, and was born July 19, 1844. His parents are Eber and Hannah Bradley, the former a na- tive of Connecticut and the latter of New York. They came to this county in 1830. Mr. Bradley was married Sept. 18, 1873, to Sylvia J. Shaw, who was born in this county Oct. 19, 1848, and daughter of Joseph and Roxie Shaw, the former of whom was born Feb. 14, 1803, and died in November, 1876. Three children have been sent to bless this alliance-Joseph L., born Dec. 12, 1875; Abbertine H., born April 6, 1873; Hugh S., born Feb. 14, 1880. Mr. Bradley is a Republi- can, and himself and wife are members of the Baptist Church.

Thomas H. Bradley, farmer, sec. 31, was born in Connecticut, July 23, 1818. His parents were Alba and Salina Bradley, both natives of Connecticut. Mr. Bradley was married in 1823 to Sarah Witherell, who was born in this county in 1843. Two children were given them-Charity M., wife of William Gleason, and Grace. Mrs. Bradley died in 1848. In 1854 Mr. B married Mrs. Lucinda Gray, who was born in November, 1828. They have four children-Elmer T., Earl, Arthur and Ida M. Mr. Bradley is a member of the Free Methodist Church, and has been a local minister since 1844. He is an honest, conscientious Christian, and well respected by his fellow-citizens.

Andrew J. Braman, proprietor Braman House, Milan, was born in this county May 24, 1885. His parents were Thomas and Harriet (Cronk) Braman, the for- mer a native of Massachusetts, and the latter of New York; the former was born Oct. 2, 1799, and the latter Feb. 4, 1816. They came to this county in 1833, where they still reside. Mr. Braman was formerly a carpenter and joiner, but of late years has been engaged in keeping hotel. He was married Jan. 18, 1860, to Ar- della V. Young, born in Washtenaw county in 1841, and daughter of Henry and Mary Scramblin'Young, early settlers in this county. They have four children by this union-Freddie A., Nora A., Herbert W. and Burton H. Mr. Braman has been a Constable for 20 years. He owns 70 acres of land, is connected with the I. O. O. F., and a member of the Republican party.

Gilbert M. Brown, proprietor Brown's Hotel, Mooreville, York tp., was born in New York, Dec. 24, 1826, and is a son of Sylvester and Elizabeth (Winter) Brown, the former a native of New York, and the latter of Connecticut. They emigrated to Washtenaw county in 1842, when the former died in 1866, and the latter a year later. Mr. Brown was married in 1846, to Hannah M. Lashier, who was born in New York in 1827. Two children were given to bless this union-Charles L and Sylvia F. Mrs. Brown died in 1871. On March 14, 1872, Mr. Brown married Marcio C. Remington, a native of New York. They have one child, Minerva

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R. Mr. Brown formerly resided at Saline, during which time he assisted in the construction of the gravel road from that city to Ypsilanti. He also built the first sidewalk in Saline village. Both of his grandfathers were soldiers in the Revolu- tionary war, and his father served in the war of 1812.

W. H. Burnham, farmer, sec. 26, P. O., Milan, was born in New York, Dec. 17, 1826. His parents were Allen and Olive (Harrison) Burnham, the former a native of New York, and the latter of Maine. Mr. Burnham was killed by lightning, he being in his barn at the time. The barn took fire, and his body was nearly consumed. W. H. Burnham was married in Monroe Co., N. Y., July 4, 1849, to Jane M. Lawrence, who was born in New York, Feb. 7, 1823. Four children were sent to bless this union-Helen, born Nov. 13, 1850, Caroline E., born July 10, 1852; Allen H., born Feb. 8, 1854; Lillian J., born Nov. 7, 1855. Mr. B. owns 120 acres of fertile land, and is a Democrat.

Franklin Butler, farmer, sec. 27; P. O., Milan; was born in Wayne Co., Mich., May 26, 1840. His parents were Riley and Mary (Pennell) Butler, the former a native of New York, and the latter of New Jersey. They came to Michigan in 1840, first locating in Wayne county, and in 1858 removing to this county, where the former died in 1864. The mother is still living. Mr. Butler was married, Feb. 28, 1868, to Catherine Allen, born in this county Feb. 28, 1848, and daughter of Loratus C. and Sarah (Dewey) Allen. The fruits of this union have been the birth of four children-Wilmer F., born Jan. 28, 1869; Fred., born Jan. 19, 1872; Gertrude, born Nov. 28, 1876, and Cassius V., born Dec. 26, 1879. Mr. Butler is now filling his second term as Treasurer of York tp. He owns 150 acres of land, and votes with the Republican party.

George A. Cobb, farmer, sec. 7, was born in New York, May 17, 1813. His par- ents, Elijah and Mary (Vail) Cobb, came to Michigan in 1834, locating in Len- awee Co., where George remained until 1865, when he removed to Washtenaw county, and settled in York tp., where he owns 198 acres of excellent land. He was married in 1841 to Roxanna Gray, born in New York, in 1813, and daughter of Moses and Roxanna (Howard) Gray, the former a native of Vermont, and the latter of Connecticut. Seven children have been born to this union-Louisa M., born Feb. 8, 1844, wife of Lester Taggart, of Eaton Co., Mich .; Albert, born Dec. 21, 1845; Charles R., born Dec. 23, 1847; George H., born Dec. 31, 1849; Lucy, born Feb. 21, 1852; Ella R., March 15, 1854, wife of Dwight Crittenden, and Ada, born June 28, 1857, wife of Ira Wood, of Washtenaw county. Mr. Cobb has been elected to several official positions in York tp. Mr. and Mrs. Cobb are members of the Presbyterian Church.

Henry Coe, farmer and stock-raiser, sec. 2, was born in Washtenaw county, Aug. 24, 1839, and is a son of Arthur and Farah (Redner) Coe, the former a native of New York, and the latter of New Jersey. They emigrated to this county in 1836. Mr. Coe was married, Dec. 25, 1861, to Martha A. Stark, who was born in Washtenaw county, April 5, 1842, and daughter of Cary and Phoebe (Chase) Stark, who came to this county in 1830. Four children were born to this union, 3 of whom are living-Charles H., born Nov. 31, 1866; Arthur, born May 15, 1870; Sadie, born Oct. 29, 1879. Mabel E. is deceased. Mr. Coe is connected with the Masonic fraternity, and owns 160 acres of excellent land.

John E. Conde, farmer, sec. 33, P. O., York, was born in Saratoga Co., N. Y., Feb. 4, 1822, and son of John and Polly Conde. The subject of this sketch emi- grated to this county in 1833, and in 1852 was married to Polly A. Johnson, who was born in New York, in 1829. Of the 5 children sent to seal this alliance, 4 are living-John, Samuel, Elmer and Charlie. Mr. Conde has worked hard since his residence in this county, and the reward of his toil is shown by the 120 acres of valuable land which he possesses. Himself and wife are members of the M. E. Church. Mr. Conde is a Republican.

Hon. Peter Cook, station agent, Ann Arbor and Toledo R. R., Urana, was born in Wayne county, N. Y., Jan. 5, 1828, and is a son of Jacob and Eve (Dunn) Cook, the former of English, and the latter of German descent. They emigrated to this county in 1831, where the former died in 1844, and the latter in 1872. Peter is the fifth of a family of 9 children, and received but a limited educa- tion. His father died when he was 16 years old, and he remained at home for several years afterward. He was married in 1849, to Harriet E. Carver, who was born in this county in 1830. They had 1 child by this union-Ella, born Nov. 21, 1850, and wife of George Cobb, of Saline. Mrs. Cook died in 1852. Mr. Cook was again married in 1853, to Ann Hinkley, born in Washtenaw county, in

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1832, and daughter of Sherman and Orpha (Gates) Hinkley, who came to this county in 1831. Mr. Cook and wife had 6 children-Webster, Hattie, John, Fred, Rachel and Sherman. Mr. Cook owns 270 acres of land in York tp., and and 21 acres in Pittsfield tp .; filled several minor offices until 1872, when he was elected to represent Washtenaw county, in the State Legislature. His opponent was a Democrat, and as the county was of that complexion, he had many odds to contend with, but was elected by over 900 majority in the district, He is a mem- ber of the Knights of Honor, and a well respected citizen of Washtenaw county.

William T. Cook, farmer, was born in England, in 1838. His parents, William and Rachel Cook, emigrated to America in 1856, locating in New York. Four years later they removed to this county, where they still reside. Mr. Cook was married in Lenawee Co., Mich., in 1862, to Ellen L. Phillips, born in Washtenaw county, in 1844, and daughter of Parley and Mary (Warner) Phillips, natives of New York, who came to this county in 1836. Mr. and Mrs. Cook have 2 children-Clarence R. and Clifton W. Mr. Cook is connected with the I. O. O. F. and Masonic fraternities.

Alfred Davenport was born in this county Jan. 17, 1844. His parents, Abram and Jemima C. (Hobbs) Davenport, came to this county in 1833, locating at Sa- line, where the former died in 1876, and the latter in 1879. Mr. Davenport was married Nov. 28, 1865, to Mary Newton, a native of this county, and born Jan. 25, 1844. Her parents were S B. and Lucy Moor, who emigrated to this county in 1831, where the former died in 1869. Mrs. Moor is still living. Mr. and Mrs. Davenport have 2 children-Mansfield M., born July, 1873, and Lucy J., born April 3, 1877 Mr. Davenport is president of the cheese factory in York tp., and a prominent farmer and politician in that section. Himself and wife are mem- bers of the Universalist Church. He owns 100 acres of land, under a high state of cultivation.

William Davis, retired farmer, sec. 23, was born in Massachusetts, Oct. 18, 1779, and emigrated to Washtenaw county, in 1832. He is a son of Sylvester and Eliza- beth (Codding) Davis, natives of New York, where the former died in 1813, and the latter two years later. Mr. Davis was married in Wayne Co., N. Y., in 1819, to Betsey Wheeler, who was born in New York, in 1811. Of the 9 children born to them, 7 are living-Sarah T., wife of Durfey Simms; Nathan H .; Louisa, wife of T. D. Horton; Thomas; Lydia; Lucinda, wife of William Van Valkenburg; and Cyrus. Mrs. Davis died Nov. 14, 1879. Mr. Davis was married in 1880, to Rebecca Simms, who was born in Ontario Co., N. Y., in 1813. Mr. Davis' sons, Benjamin, Thomas and Cyrus, were soldiers in the Union army during the Civil war. Nathan offered his services, but was rejected. He then went South, and assisted in building several forts and barracks. Mr. Davis is an old and respected pioneer of Washtenaw county.

Alva R. Dexter, farmer, sec. 36, P. O., Milan, is a life resident of this county, and was born March 3, 1855. He is a son of William and Annis (Fuller) Dexter, natives of New York, who emigrated to this county in 1881, where the former died in 1876, and the latter in 1875 Mr. Dexter was married March 28, 1877, to Ada Wilcox, born in this county in 1852, and daughter of Alexander and Almira Wilcox, old and honored pioneers of this county. Mr. Wilcox is dead, but his wife still survives.

Mr. and Mrs. Dexter are members of the Baptist Church, and he is a Republi- can.

A. W. Dexter, farmer, sec. 26, was born in Washtenaw county, Nov. 15, 1844, and is a son of William and Annis (Fuller) Dexter, who came to this county at an early day. Mr. Dexter has followed the vocation of a farmer through life, with the exception of six years. He was married in Minnesota, June 20, 1874, to Arabell Groff, who was born in New York in 1852. They had 1 child by this union, Mabel, horn July 22, 1875. Mrs. Dexter died April 5, 1875. He was again married, Nov. 20, 1875, to Mary Noles, who was born in Monroe Co., N. Y., in 1857, and daughter of Martin and Mary Vandeavor, pioneer of Monroe Co. Mr. Dexter owns 100 acres of fertile land, is a member of the Baptist Church, and a Republican.

Wiles Dexter, farmer, sec. 26, is a son of William and Annis (Fuller) Dexter, and was born in Washtenaw county, July 15, 1850. He was raised to manhood on a farm, and has been engaged in agricultural pursuits the greater part of his life. He was married March 8, 1871, to Sophronia Whitmarsh, who was born in this county, Jan. 15, 1854. They have 2 children-Lucy J., born July 22, 1874,

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and Annis C., born in 1876. Mr. Dexter has taken an especial interest in educa- tional matters, and has filled various offices in connection with the schools of York tp. He owns 80 acres of well improved land; is a member of the Baptist Church; and politically a faithful adherent of the principles of the Republican party.

Milton M. Dillon, farmer, sec. 14., P. O. Nora, was born in Washtenaw county, Aug. 2, 1847, and son of William and Thankful A. (Stone) Dillon, natives of New York, who came to this county in 1831. Mr. Dillon died in 1876, and his wife in 1863. Milton M. was reared on a farm, and has followed the vocation of a farmer through life. In 1862, he enlisted in Co. E., 7th Mich. Cav., and served three years for "Uncle Sam." He was mustered out of service at Leavenworth, Kan. He was married in Lenawee Co., Mich., Aug. 31, 1869, to Estella A. Harman, who was born in this county Aug. 31, 1849. Three children have been born to bless this union-Curtis H., born April 2, 1871; W. Eugene, born Nov. 28, 1873; and Milton M., born June 14, 1877. Mr. Dillon owrs 90 acres of land, and is an honored and respected citizen of York tp.

William H. Druse, farmer. sec. 22, was born in Washtenaw county, April 15, 1838, and son of Henry and Elizabeth Druse, the former a native of Canada, and the latter of New Jersey. They settled in York, in 1830, where the former died in 1879 Mrs. Druse is still living. Mr. Druse was married Jan. 24, 1873, to Mattie E. Knickerbocker, daughter of Francilow and Jemima (Smith) Knick- erbocker, early settlers of this county. The father died in 1861, and the mother in 1854. Four children have been born to this marriage-Elizabeth M., born Dec. 21, 1874, Mary L, born Dec. 20, 1875, Iona D., born Dec. 9., 1876, and Tim- mie, born June 29, 1878. Mr. Druse and wife are members of the M. E. Church. Mr. Druse owns 143 acres of land.

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History of Washtenaw County, Michigan : together with sketches of its cities, villages and townships...and biographies of representative citizens : history of Michigan, Part 162

Author: Chas. C. Chapman & Co Publication date: 1881 Publisher: Chicago : Chas. C. Chapman & Co. Number of Pages: 1457

Author: Chas. C. Chapman & Co
Publication date: 1881
Publisher: Chicago : Chas. C. Chapman & Co.
Number of Pages: 1457