History of Washtenaw County, Michigan : together with sketches of its cities, villages and townships...and biographies of representative citizens : history of Michigan, Part 66

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

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Jeremiah Jacobs, farmer, on sec. 5; was born in Madison county, N. Y., Feb. 12, 1810, and is a son of Oliver and Millicent (Culver) Jacobs, natives of Long Island. Mr. Jacobs died in Madison coun- ty, N. Y., in 1818. His widow emigrated with the family to Onon- daga county, N. Y., and in 1838 to Michigan. In 1839, she located at Hamburg, Livingston Co., and in 1843, removed to Washtenaw

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county, settling near Ann Arbor. Jeremiah received a liberal edu- cation, and has been located on his present farm since 1865, where he owns 156 acres of good land.

Thomas H. Kearney was born in Ireland Aug. 7, 1818, and is a son of Patrick and Honora (Hays) Kearney, who came to America in 1836. They settled in New York, where Mr. Kearney died in 1837. Thomas was in the employ of Fish, Grenell & Co., import- ers and exporters of fine goods, in New York city, and remained there 14 years. Mr. Kearney then came to Washtenaw county and en- gaged in farming. In the meantime the firm changed hands, and the new firm, Grenell, Minton & Co., knowing of Mr. Kearney's superior knowledge in matters pertaining to their trade, earnestly solicited him to accept his old position in the store. He did so, and at the expiration of two years returned to Washtenaw county, were he again engaged in farming until 1852. At the latter period he made a trip to California, via the Atlantic and Pacific oceans. Arriving in the " Golden State " he immediately proceeded to the mountains, but in a short time returned to San Francisco, where he was employed as a clerk. He returned to Washtenaw county in 1854, where he has since resided. He was married Jan. 17, 1835, to Ann Flinn, a native of Ireland. Of the 5 children born to them, only one is living, Thomas R., who is a prominent farmer on sec. 19, and with whom the subject of this sketch resides. Mr. Kearney owns 80 acres of good land in Webster tp.

James Kelly, farmer, sec. 30; P. O., Ann Arbor; was born at Ypsilanti March 4, 1840. His parents, Patrick and Ann Kelly, were natives of Ireland, and emigrated to America in 1835, first locating in New York. In 1838 they came to Washtenaw county, settling at Ypsilanti, where they resided until 1848, when they removed to Northfield tp.

When James was 18 years of age he . took a trip to the Pacific States, spending three years in Colorado,

and the same amount of time in Idaho. He was prospecting for gold, and was reasonably successful. While in the Western States he spent a short time in the U. S. service, fighting the Navajo Indians of New Mexico. In 1865 he returned to Michigan, and May 24, 1866, was married to Catherine O'Brien, who was born in this county May 3, 1840. Their 7 children are Mary, Agnes, Den- nis, James, Robert, Genevieve and Katie. Mr. Kelly owns 100 acres of fertile land. Mr. and Mrs. Kelly are members of the Roman Catholic Church.

John G. Ludwig, farmer, sec. 30; P. O., Ann Arbor; was born in Prussia Oct. 28, 1829, and is a son of Martin and Dorotea Lud- wig. Mr. Ludwig emigrated to America in 1864, and located at Ann Arbor. In 1865 he settled on his present farm in Northfield tp., where he has since resided, engaged in farming and stock-rais- ing. He was married in Germany Feb. 14, 1858, to Annie M. Pontow, who was born March 28, 1838. They have 9 children liv- ing-Gustavus, Augusta, Angust, Minnie, Annie, Gotlieb, Martin,

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Fred and Carrie. Mr. Ludwig and wife are members of the Luth- eran Church.

Thomas McKernan was born in Ireland in 1800, and is a son of John and Ann (Williamson) McKernan. Mr. McKernan came to America in 1822, locating in Orange county, N. Y., and eight years later in Washtenaw county, Mich. HIe settled on sec. 30, Northfield tp., where he has resided since. He followed farming until old age compelled him to retire from the field of active labor, and since that time his sons have managed the estate. He was mar- ried in 1822 to Ann McDermott, a native of Ireland. Ten chil- dren were the fruits of this union, 5 of whom are living -Mary A., wife of Patrick Martin, Caroline. Thomas, John and James. all of whom, in connection with their father and mother, are members of the Roman Catholic Church. Mr. McKernan has been financially successful, and owns 183 acres of good land.

Michael O' Brien was born in Ireland in 1813, and was a son of John and Mary O'Brien, both of whom are deceased. IIe came to the United States in 1835, remaining three years in Massachusetts, and then coming to Washtenaw county, Mich., where he has since resided. IIe served two and a half years in the U. S. army dur- ing the Mexican war, and was once wounded, but not bad enough to deprive him from doing farm work. He was married to Bridget Burns, and 8 children were born to them. 2 of whom are living- Morgan and Sarah. Mrs. O'Brien died and he again married, the second time to Johanna Howard. who was born in Ireland in 1830. Seven children were born to this union-John, Ellen, Michael J., Margaret, David. Francis L. and Mary. Mr. O'Brien has been financially successful in life, and at present possesses a large farm. Mr. O'Brien and wife are members of the Roman Catholic Church.

Martin O'Connor (deceased), was the son of John and Ann O'Connor, and was born in Ireland in 1786. He came to America in 1820, locating in Connecticut. where he remained 12 years. At the expiration of that time he removed to Washtenaw county, Mich. He was married in Canada Nov. 2, 1832, to Margaret Cav- anaugh, and immediately settled on land in Northfield tp., which he had previously purchased from Government. The land com- prised 200 acres, and the greater part was heavily timbered. Mr. O'Connor worked hard to clear this land, and then lived and pros- pered until June 22, 1878, when death called him to lay down the implements of toil and seek the rest for which he had labored so earnestly and faithfully. His wife and 9 children survive him. The children are-James, John, Martin, Sarah, Patrick, William, Charles, Margaret and Ann. Charles owns 120 acres of the home- stead farm, where he is engaged in farming. He was born in this county Jan. 26. 1858. He resides on sec. 22. and his P. O. address is Ann Arbor.

Joseph Pray, farmer, sec. 5, was born in Allegany. county, N. Y., March 25. 1823. His parents, Esek and Sally A. Pray, came to Washtenaw county in 1825, locating in Superior tp. on Govern-

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ment land, where the former died, June 5, 1856, at the age of 65 years. Mr. Pray was an honored and esteemed pioneer of the county, and one who took an active interest in all matters pertain, ing to the growth of the county. Joseph was reared on a farm- his only playmates being the Indian boys. who were encamped about half a mile from his father's house. He was married July 4, 1849, to Elizabeth Finton, who was born at Romulus, Seneca Co., N. Y. Mr. Pray first located in Salem tp., where he improved 160 acres of land. He subsequently sold his farm and moved upon the old homestead, remaining there until 1854, when he removed to his present farm, south of Whitmore Lake. Mr. Pray was en- gaged in mercantile pursuits at Whitmore Lake for some time, but of late has chiefly devoted his attention to farming. Mr. Pray, in conjunction with Joseph Whitlock, was instrumental in getting the " Drain Law " passed in the Michigan Legislature. He acted as Drain Commissioner for three years, but ill health com- pelled him to resign. He was Captain of a militia company in early days, but did no service in the field during the late conflict, but was a prominent man in all matters pertaining to bettering the condition of the soldiers and spent about $800 to assist in alle- viating the pressing wants of the " boys in the field." Mr. Pray has been honored by his fellow citizens with positions of trust in Northfield tp., filling them very acceptably. He has 8 chil- dren-Harriet A., born April 15, 1852, is the wife of E. W. Stiles, a merchant at Whitmore Lake; Warren E., born June 23, 1853, and married June 30, 1874, to Ann Hanan; is a merchant at Spring- port, Jackson Co., Mich .; Josephine, born June 6, 1855, and mar- ried Dec. 25, 1873, G. W. McCormick, a farmer of Ann Arbor tp .; Ida, Charles A., Fred., Almira and Jav.

Patrick Purtell, a prominent farmer of Northfield tp., was born in Washtenaw county, March 16, 1846. His parents, Michael and Eliza (Kent) Purtell, were natives of Ireland, and emigrated to to the United States in 1835, first settling in Pennsylvania. Six years later they came to Washtenaw county, locating on sec. 4, Ann Arbor tp., and in 1858 removed to Northfield tp., where the former died April 22, 1867, and the latter April 21, 1875. Pat- rick was reared to manhood on a farm, and received very fair edu- cational advantages. He taught school for 14 winters, and bears a good reputation among the members of that profession. Mr. Pur- tell has been School Inspector, Clerk, and at present is serving his third term as Supervisor of Northfield tp. He was one of the three persons who organized the St. Patrick's Temperance Society, which is now one of the societies of that nature in Michigan. Mr. Purtell's whole soul is in the temperance work, and during the fore part of 1881 he organized a dramatic company in Northfield, which rendered the " Whisky Fiend," to large and crowded audiences in the old Catholic Church in Northfield tp., and Hill's Opera House, at Ann Arbor. Mr. Purtell has but one sister living, Catherine,

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wife of Matthew Cavanaugh. Mr. P. owns 100 acres ot good land in sec. 21.

John Rane, retired merchant, was born in Ontario Co. N.Y., July 15, 1800. His parents were William and Julia A. Rane. Mr. Rane was bound out to work when quite a youth, and thereby deprived of many advantages which he would have otherwise received. He was an early settler in Livingston county, Mich., and in 1851 located at Whitmore Lake, where he was engaged in the grocery business for over 12 years. In 1875 he retired from the active field of labor, having secured a competency sufficient to keep him the re- mainder of his life. He married Betsey Loomis, and 4 children were born to them-Francis, Julia A., Jane A. and Irene J. Mrs. Rane died, and March 10, 1842, Mr. R. married Irene Coolbaugh, who was born in Yates county, N. Y., Dec. 28, 1819. Of the 8 children born to this union 3 are living-William, Betsey and Amelia. Mr. Rane has been successful in his farming operations, and owns at present 160 acres of well improved land in sec. 5.

Richard Roach, farmer, sec. 8; P. O., Whitmore Lake; was born in New York city March 30, 1832. His parents, Richard and Ro- sanna (Develin) Roach, were natives of Ireland. The father came to America in 1827, and the mother followed a year later. They were married in New York, and emigrated to Wayne county, Mich., in 1836, remaining there four years, and then removed to this county, first settling in Northfield tp. In 1854 Mrs. R. moved into Ann Arbor, remaining until 1876, when she returned to the farm. Mr. Roach died in Wayne county, Mich. in 1838. Richard received a fair education, and has followed the vocation of a farmer through life. He commenced to teach school at the age of 17 years, since which time he has taught 13 winter terms. He was married April 17, 1857, to Mary Stubbs, a native of Monroe coun- ty, N. Y. Two children were born to this union, both of whom are dead. Mrs. Roach died Oct. 13, 1871. Mr. Roach was again mar- ried May 15, 1876, to Hannah Maloney, who was born in this county April 21, 1847. Two children are the fruits of this union -Mary A. and Ellen. Mr. Roach has been Drain Commissioner, and at present is Supt. of Schools of Northfield tp. Mr. and Mrs. Roach are members of the Roman Catholic Church.

Martin Ryan, farmer, sec. 16; P. O. address, Ann Arbor; was born in Vermont, Aug. 18, 1832. His parents, Thomas and Jo- hanna Ryan, were married in Ireland, and came to the United States in 1830, locating in Vermont. Four years later they re- moved to Ann Arbor, Mich., where they remained two years, and then settled in Northfield tp. Mrs. Ryan died May 28, 1857, and her husband Jan. 31, 1861. Of their 7 children 6 are still living. Martin was raised a "farmer's boy," and received his education in the district schools. IIe was married May 3. 1858, to Catherine Ryan, who was born in Freedom tp. Oct. 12, 1840. Ten children were sent to bless this alliance. 5 of whom are living. Martha, born Sept. 9. 1860: Michael, born Sept. 1, 1864; Sarah, born Oct.

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11, 1868; Robert, born Aug. 20, 1871, and Martin A., born Oct. S, 1875. Mr. Ryan has served as Constable of the township, and owns 160 acres of fertile land. Mr. and Mrs. Ryan are members of the Roman Catholic Church.

Carl Schlimmer, farmer, sec. 19, was born in Germany May 23, 1815, and is a son of Adam and Catherine (Bush) Schlimmer. He learned the hatter's trade when quite young, and in 1837 emigrated to America, locating in New York city. He there followed his trade, working for Charles King until he was able to start in busi- ness for himself. He finally succeeded in establishing a good pay- ing business and was doing well, when a fire broke out one night and consumed his entire stock of goods, leaving him once more a penniless man. IIe was not discouraged, but immediately set him- self to work to retrieve his lost fortune. With the kindly assistance of friends and the noble sacrifices of his amiable wife, who pledged her jewelry for money, he was enabled to once more start in busi- ness. He continued at his trade until 1845, when he disposed of his stock and located on a farm near Ypsilanti, Mich., remaining there one year. engaged in farming. He returned to New York, where he followed his trade until the fall of 1847, at which time he came again to Washtenaw county, and located on his former tract of land. He lived there until 1858, and then removed to his pres- ent location. Mr. Schlimmer has passed through many trying ordeals, but is now comfortably situated in life, and enjoys his present circumstances with a zeal sharpened by long years of toil and sorrow. He owns 200 acres of land, well cultivated. He was married Dec. 13, 1840, to Lucette P. Rotert, who was born in Germany July 24, 1817. They have 8 children-Louisa, Mar- garet, Mary, Edward, Lana, Lucette, Lodemme and Charles.

Solomon F. Sears, one of Northfield's oldest pioneers, was born at Ashfield, Franklin Co., Mass., June 22, 1816. His father, Peter Sears, was born in Massachusetts Aug. 24, 1787, and was a descend- ant of Richard Sears, a Pilgrim father, who came to America in 1620. Mr. Peter Sears was married March 15, 1808, to Lucy Fuller, who was born in Massachusetts, Feb. 22, 1789. Ten children were born to this union, 8 sons and 2 daughters. In 1826, Mr. Sears, in company with a neighbor, Luther Boyden, came to Washtenaw county, and located land on sec. 36, Webster tp., and sec. 31, North- field tp. He died on the latter farm Jan. 18, 1867, and was buried in Webster cemetery. He was an agriculturist through life, and a worthy member of the Congregational Church of Webster tp. Mrs. Sears was also a member of that body, and passed away from earth Jan. 23, 1875. She was laid to rest near her husband in Webster cemetery. Solomon F. Sears received his literary education in a log school-house, in Webster tp., where he attended school two months in each year for six consecutive years. At the age of 21 years he left home and engaged as a clerk in mercantile pursuits in Ann Arbor and Adrian, remaining in both places for seven years. This constituted his entire mercantile career, and he after-

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ward returned to the farm, where he has since resided. He was married at Tecumseh, Mich., Dec. 24, 1845, to Olive D. Fisher, who was born in Massachusetts Oct. 18, 1820. Three children were born to them, 2 sons and 1 daughter-Lucy E., who married Dr. E. McFarland, of Blissfield, Lenawee Co., Mich .; Dwight Brainard, born in Northfield tp., Nov. 12, 1852, and Henry L., who was born July 14, 1855. Mrs. Sears died April 3, 1874, and on Aug. 25. 1875, Mr. Sears married Mrs. Phoebe (Robinson) Hull, of Ann Arbor, who was born Jan. 29. 1832. Her father, Sylvanus Hull, came to this county in 1836. Mr. Sears united with the Congregational Church of Webster tp., in 1838, and has been Trus- tee of the church, and Superintendent of the Sunday-school many times. Politically. Mr. Sears was a Whig, but joined the Repub- lican party at date of organization. He has been financially suc- cessful, and owns 183 acres of land. located five and one-half miles from Ann Arbor. A portrait of Mr. Sears will appear elsewhere in this volume.

John Shanahan, a native of Washtenaw county, was born Sept. 22, 1847. His parents, John and Julia ( Kearney) Shanahan, were natives of Ireland, and came to this county in 1840, where the former died July 25, 1875. Mrs. Shanahan resides at Ann Arbor. John was reared on a farm and received a common-school educa- tion. He was married May 6, 1873, to Margaret Clancy, born in this county July 26, 1852. Three children have been born in this family -Margaret, Ellen and John. Mr. Shanahan owns 62 acres of well- improved land. Mr. Shanahan and wife are members of the Roman Catholic Church.

Patrick Sheehey was born in Ireland Dec. 9, 1826. and is a son of Patrick and Honora Sheehey, the former of whom died in 1828. Mrs. Sheehey subsequently married Jeremiah Kennedy, and in 1832 they emigrated to America, remaining in Connecticut four years, at the expiration of which time they settled in Ann Arbor tp., Washtenaw county. Three years later they removed to North- field tp., where the latter died .Jan. 25, 1878, and the former, April 15, 1880. Patrick grew to manhood in Washtenaw, and April 15, 1853, married Mrs. Alice (O'Brien) HIorigan, widow of Michael Horigan (deceased). They were married in 1847, and 2 chil- dren were born to them-Catherine and Mary. Mr. Horigan died in 1851. Mrs. Sheehey was born Dec. 15, 1822. Mr. and Mrs. Sheehey have 4 children-Patrick. Dennis, Jeremiah and Honora. Mr. Sheehey was a poor man when he commenced in life, but by in- dustry, and economy has succeeded in accumulating considerable property. He now owns 226 acres of well-improved land. Mr. Sheehey and wife are members of the Roman Catholic Church.

Hon. George Sutton, one of the honored pioneers of Northfield tp., was born in Warren Co., N. J., Feb. 17, 1810, and was a son of Nathan and Sarah (Coleman) Sutton, natives of New Jersey, and of English descent. Mr. Sutton accompanied his father to Michi- gan in June. 1830, and located on a tract of land comprising 500

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acres, in Northfield tp., where he resides at present. He has been a resident of Northfield tp. since his arrival in this county, and has uniformly been connected with different official positions in the tp. and county. He once represented Washtenaw county in the Michigan State Legislature. Mr. Sutton was married Oct. 25, 1835, to Catherine O. Pray, who was born in New York Jan. 19, 1820. and daughter of Esek and Sally Ann (Hammond) Pray, na- tives of Rhode Island, and of Scotch descent. They came to this county in 1826, where the former died July 5, 1856, and the latter Feb. 27, 1870. Mr. Sutton and wife are the parents of 3 chil- dren-Nathan E., who was born Jan. 17, 1841; Carrie A., born Jan. 14, 1853; Allie, born Nov. 29, 1859. Mr. Sutton has been very suc- cessful in his farming operations. and has accumulated a compe- tency sufficient to enable him to pass the remainder of life in com- fort and happiness. He is an active member of the Pioneer Society of Washtenaw County, and in that connection has assisted largely in gathering material and information for the valuable collections now in possession of the society.

Patrick Wall, an old pioneer and honored citizen of Washtenaw county, was born in Ireland Sept. 25, 1824. His parents, John and Catherine Wall, came to America in 1828, landing at Charleston, S. C. They proceeded northward, and located in Tioga county, N. Y., where they remained three years. At the latter period they went to Detroit, Mich., and in 1836 settled on sec. 10, Northfield tp., where Mr. Wall had purchased land from Government four years previous. He died at his residence June 18, 1854, and his wife followed him March 13, 1868. Of the 5 children born to them, 4 are living. Patrick was reared to manhood in Washtenaw county, and June 8, 1845, was married to Mary Doyle, who was born in New York in 1828. Six children were given to this union, 4 of whom survive-John L., James M., Mary E. and Thomas E. Mrs. Wall died March 4, 1876. Mr. Wall has followed agricultural pursuits the greater portion of his life, but has also been engaged in the milling, grain and produce business. He has held the offices of Constable, Supervisor and Deputy Sheriff, and is a member of the Roman Catholic Church.

Anson Wheeler, farmer, sec. 19, was born in Grafton Co., N. H. April 12, 1831. His parents were Anson and Martha Wheeler, who came to this county in 1838 and settled in Pittsfield tp., where the former died in August, 1870, and the latter a month later. Anson was reared on a farm and received a common-school education. He was married April 11, 1865, to Fannie Osborn, born May 27, 1835, and daughter of Horace and Waity Osborn. They have 3 children- Waity, Kate and Amanda. Mr. Wheeler has been very successful in his farming operations, and now owns 197 acres of valuable land.

WEBSTER TOWNSHIP.

The town of Webster, on the organization of the county, com- prised a part of the town of Dexter, and was set off and organized by the Territorial Council, March, 1833, and given the name of Webster, in honor of the great statesman, Daniel Webster, then in the zenith of his political fame. Munnis Kenny has the credit of suggesting the name.

The first township meeting was held at the house of John Will- iams on the first Monday in April, 1833. Calvin Smith was elected Moderator; Pierpont L. Smith and Theodore Foster, Inspectors of Election, and Moses Kingsley, Clerk. At this election each of the township officers were elected separately, beginning with the super- visor and going through the list of officers to be elected. The election of supervisor was quite close, John Williams receiving 26 votes and Theophilus Crawford 25. Moses Kingsley was elected Clerk; Pierpont L. Smith, Solomon H. Matthews and Israel Anus, Assessors; Frederick B. Parsons, Constable and Collector; Sturms Kimberly, Russell Cooley and Charles Starks were chosen High- way Commissioners; Thomas Barber, Poor Director; Charles G. Clark, Peter Sears and Moses Kingsley, School Inspectors; Ira Seymour, Thomas Barber and Palmer Force, Commissioners of Schools.

We are indebted to Hon. J. D. Williams, now a resident of Ann Arbor, but for many years an active citizen of Webster, for much of the information contained in this sketch. The interest he has manifested in gathering up and preserving the history of this county, and especially of this town, deserves commendable mention.

Samuel W. Dexter was the first settler of the town of Webster. Mr. Dexter came to Detroit June 10, 1824, and located a large tract of land in this township. By the 23d of August he had erected a log house, the first here. In the fall, Mr. Dexter went back East, but returned in the summer of 1825. The house built by him was purchased in the fall of 1824, by Charles B. Taylor, who immediately occupied it with his family, thus becoming the first in the town- ship.

Thomas Alexander, the first settler in the southeast part of the town, came from Wales, England. He did not come directly to Webster, but settled in the township of Ann Arbor. This was in the fall of 1825. He remained there until May 1, 1826, when he removed to Webster. Ile built a small shanty in which he lived nntil fall. when he erected a log house, where he resided until near the close of his life.

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Luther Boyden came to Michigan in the spring of 1826, from Conway, Mass., and located upon section 36. He then returned East for his family, and came back in the following August.

Israel Anus settled in Webster in the fall of 1826, and lived here about 12 years, when he sold out and moved to Livingston county. He was from Massachusetts.

Charles Starks was the next settler. He came in the spring of 1827. Mr. Starks was born in Pennsylvania Jan. 8, 1799, and came to Michigan in 1819. He worked in and about Detroit for two years. At one time he was on a small vessel which ran up to Port Huron, and sometimes went to Mackinaw. On one of these trips across Lake Huron they encountered a storm in which they were shipwrecked on the west coast of the lake. The crew suc- ceeded in reaching the shore without the loss of life. In this disaster Mr. Starks lost his all. The Indians, of whom there hap- ened to be a company near the shore, took them in and very kindly cared for them as best they could, until they could set out on their way back to Detroit by land. This was enough of that kind of adventure for Mr. Starks. He made his way west from Detroit as far as a settlement then begun on the river Rouge. After a stay of about four years in this place, during which time he married a wife, he concluded to push on farther west. So in the spring of 1827 he located a piece of land on the north side of Boyden's Plains, and moved there with his family, stopping with Mr. Anus until a small house could be built. This house continued to be the residence of the family until the summer of 1848, when Mr. Starks built the brick house now owned by Robert McCall. For several years in middle life he made pump-making, as well as farming, his business. His was a manly struggle with the trials and privations of pioneer life. He took part in all the moral and religious enterprises of the community, and contributed his full share in the establishment of good society. He was a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church, and it was at his house that the first sermon by a Method- ist minister was preached in Webster. On the 26th day of March, 1828, was born in Mr. Starks' family a daughter, who subsequently married Hon. J. D. Williams, and became the first grandmother who was born in Webster.

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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 66

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