History of Washtenaw County, Michigan : together with sketches of its cities, villages and townships...and biographies of representative citizens : history of Michigan, Part 78

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

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Warren Cushman, Chelsea, was born at ('anadice, Ontario Co., N. Y., Feb. 24, 1835, and accompanied his parents to Michigan the same year. He passed his youth on his father's farm, continuing with him after reaching his majority. He was mar- ried Dec 12, 1876, to Joanna Lefarge, of Lima tp. He removed to Chelsea in 1877, where he has since resided. He bought a comfortable home in that thriving village, which he greatly improved. He is a Master Mason and a member of Olive Lodge, at Chelsea.

Capt. James Davidson was born at Floridatown, Montgomery Co., N. Y., Jan. 31, 1803. His parents were John and Rhoda ( Mudge) Davidson. At the age of 12 years Mr. Davidson commenced an eventful career as a sailor, and continued in that peril- ous business for 18 years. In 1832 he went to Ann Arbor. Mich., where he lived for a number of years. While there, in connection with his brother Robert, he erected nearly all the heavy brick structures in the village. In 1836 the two brothers built the present Washtenaw county jail. In 1846 Capt. Davidson constructed a canal near Grand Rapids, Mich. Some years previously he had purchased a farm in Sha- ron tp., where he resided until 1868, when be removed to Chelsea. He was married in 1826 to Elizabeth Moore, of Syracuse, N. Y. They have 6 children-Rhoda, wife of Dewitt Downer, of California; Eliza, now Mrs. Hughes, of Chelsea : Emily. widow of H. B. Lathrop, of Jackson, Mich., who died in California; Paulina, widow of Hiram Mills, who died in February, 1861 ; Sarah, wife of Delos Mills; Henry, farmer of Sylvan tp. ('apt. Davidson is a member of the M. E. Church, in which he has from time to time held official positions.

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William Arnold Davis (deceased) moved to Sylvan tp. with the Vermont set- tlers, in 1832, from Sharon, Addison county. He had married 10 years previous, Abigail Lawrence. They settled on a tract of wild and uncultivated land, where Mr. Davis lived until his death. He was the parent of 7 children, 3 of whom are living-William, a physician of Grand Ledge, Eaton Co., Michigan; Evaline. wife of Dr. Gates, of Chelsea, and George E., a farmer, residing at Sylvan Center Mr. Davis departed this life June 29, 1879. He was a member of the Congrega- tional Church, and assisted in the organization of the first Presbyterian Church, in Sylvan tp. Mrs. Davis is spending the residue of her days on this earth with Mr. F. A. Prudens, a grand-son of her deceased husband.

John C. Depew (deceased) was born in Sussex county, N. J., Dec 23. 1823 When he was an infant, his parents removed to Ontario county, N. Y., and eight years later to Sylvan tp , Washtenaw Co., Mich., where they arrived Nov. 3, 1832. They settled on sec. 13, where his father, Henry Depew, died in 1875; his mother still survives, at the advanced age of 84 years John C. was reared to manhood on this farm, receiving such education as could be obtained in the district schools of that day. April 8, 1846, he married Mary Cassidy, a native of New Jersey. In 1850 he bought a farm on sec. 11, where he resided until his death. From early manhood Mr. Depew was a leader in local politics. He was several times Super- visor of Sylvan tp, and was once a candidate for the Legislature. He was in office during the Rebellion, and politically was a "war Democrat." In 1863 he was en- gaged in the sale of agricultural implements in Chelsea and on Sept. 10 had large sales and was supposed to have had a considerable sum of money on his person when he started for his house, one mile west of the village, on foot. He never ar- rived at his destination, and foul play being suspected, a search was made for him. Three days later his body was found near the western limits of Chelsea, concealed in a cluster of tall weeds. A coroner's jury decided that he came to his death by a blow received from a sling shot, or other blunt instrument, in the handsof an assas- sin. He left a wife and 5 children to mourn his sad and premature death.

William E Depew, lawyer, Chelsea, and eldest son of John C. Depew, was born at Chelsea, Washtenaw county, Nov. 23, 1848. When two years of age his father bought a farm one mile west of Chelsea, where William was reared to manhood. During the winter season he attended the Chelsea Union schools, and thereby pre- pared himself for college. In 1871 he entered the literary department of the Uni- versity of Michigan, where he remained until 1873, and then entered the law de- partment, from which he graduated in 1875. Mr. Depew commenced the practice of law at his native village, where he has since resided. On Sept. 26, 1877, he mar- ried Mary V. Gates, who was born at Sylvan Center, Dec. 20, 1855. He was Township Superintendent of Schools from 1876 to 1878, and Supervisor of Sylvan Township, which position he now fills. In 1878 he was elected as one of the Trus- tees of the Chelsea Union school, and Director of the Board, and still retains that office. In 1890 he was the Republican candidate for Probate Judge of Washtenaw county, but was defeated.

Timothy Drislane, of the firm of Chandler & Drislane, carriage manufacturers, Chelsea, was born at Walpole, N. H., July 25, 1355, the son of Jonathan Dris- lane In 1874 Mr. Drislane commenced work at the blacksmith's trade, which vocation he has since followed. He was married in 1877 to Ella Chandler, a daughter of his partner, Charles E. Chandler. They have 2 children. Mr. Drislane is a young man of integrity and industry, and bids fair to succeed in the thorny pathway through life.

Joseph H. Durand was the son of David and Betsey (Crowell) Durand. He was born at Seneca Falls, Seneca Co., N. Y., in 1813. His father was a farmer, and Joseph was reared amid the rural scenes of an Eastern farm. He was married Oct. 22, 1834, to May Winans, sister of Lewis Winans, a druggist of Chelsea. He ar- rived at Chelsea, Michigan, in 1835, locating land near Grass Lake, where he remained nearly 10 years. At the expiration of that time, he exchanged farms with Truman Lawrence, of Sylvan tp., where he remained for over 30 years. He then removed to Chelsea, where he has since lived. Mrs. Durand died in 1861, leaving 1 child. Mr. Durand then married Mrs. Mary (Field) Easton, of Seneca Falls, N. Y. Mr. Durand is a member of the Congregational Church ; is Trustee of the society and has led the praise services for over 15 years. He has lost 3 children by death, 2 of whom, David H, a soldier in the 20th Regt. Mich. Vol. Inf., and Nettie, were buried in the same grave. One daughter, Emma, married Officer Wardell, of the Detroit Police force, who is attached to the Ninth Ave. Station

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Jay Everett, farmer, Sylvan tp., was born in Superior tp., Washtenaw Co., Mich., Oct. 2, 1827. His father settled on the " Galpin farm," near Dixboro, in 1825, but is now a resident of Meadville, Michigan. Jay spent his boyhood on a farm, and when 20 years of age, began life for himself on a portion of his father's farm, which had been set apart for his use. In 1850 he married Susan A. Smith, daughter of Henry and Wealthy (Foster) Smith, who settled in this county in 1832. In 1851 Mr. Everett went to California, and in 1853 his wife joined her husband, both re- maining there until 1856. They then returned to Michigan, settling on the old farm, and in 1877, in Chelsea village. Mr. Everett was Supervisor of Sylvan tp. for three years during the war, and was active in raising men and bounties; was Justice of the Peace for eight years; has been a member of the Baptist Church since 1854, and is Clerk of the Church in Chelsea. ITis children are-Howard, Carrie, wife of F. H. Coe a graduate of the University of Michigan ; Henry P., Helen, Jessie, Irene and Frederick. John Jay is deceased.

Orlo H. Fenn (deceased) came to Washtenaw county, Michigan, in 1833, locat- ing in Dexter (now Sylvan) tp. He was a native of Vermont, and before leaving for the wilds of Michigan married Lois F. Lawrence, a daughter of Aaron Law- rence, Esq., of Shoreham, Vermont. In his new home Mr. Fenn labored hard and earnestly to clear his land, and eventually converted it into a beautiful and fertile farm. Mr. Fenn assisted in the organization of the first Baptist Church in Syl- van tp., on July 5, 1833, officiating as deacon of that body for over 20 years. In 1846 he erected the present comfortable house, where his widow now resides. Six children were born to Mr. Fenn and wife, 4 of whom are living-Lucia, wife of Roman Chase, of Sylvan tp .; Silas R., who married Elizabeth Rush; Orlo J., the husband of Sarah Faunce, resides on the homestead ; and Emmor, who mar- ried Sophia Thompson, of Eaton county, Michigan, is a farmer of Sylvan tp. Huldah Jane and Oscar are deceased. Mr. Fenn departed this life July 1, 1876, after suffering three years from an incurable disease.

Alva Freer, a resident of Chelsea, was born at Seneca, Yates Co., N. Y., March 28, 1813. His parents were Jonas E. and Sarah (Cooley) Freer. He re- moved to Benton, N. Y., after he was of age, and there married Phoebe Ann Streeter. In 1837 Mr. Freer removed with his wife and father to Michigan, locat- ing in Lima tp., where he lived for 42 years. In July, 1874, he sold his farm and moved into Chelsea, where he has since resided. Mr. Freer has 2 children living -Sarah A., wife of James P. Wood, and Mary, wife of Henry Kempf. Albert, Harriett Jane, George A. and Mary E., an infant, are deceased. Mr. Freer is a member of the Congregational Church, and the Pioneer Society of Washtenaw county

Elder Joseph B. Frisbie, Chelsea, was born at Broom, New York, Oct. 15, 1816, and is a son of Elisha and Esther (Burchard) Frisbie, the former of whom was a merchant. When Joseph was six years of age his parents removed to Utica, N. Y., and when he was 21 years of age to Michigan, locating in Sylvan tp. This was in 1837. and the same year Mr. Frisbie opened a store in Sylvan Center, about the same time that John C. Winans also established his business. He also bought 160 acres of land. Joseph learned the mason's trade and taught school during the winter seasons. At the age of 26 he began preaching in the Protestant M. Church, and ultimately embraced the Seventh-Day Adventists' faitb, and began his ministerial labors in that denomination. He was very successful, and adopt- ing the missionary plan, traveled through Michigan, holding meetings every- where, and founding societies of believers in the advent doctrines. In 1879 he settled at Chelsea, and resumed his former trade He has not, however, relin- quished his interest in the literal interpretation of the Scripture, and intends to publish a pamphlet on the exposition of several Scriptural subjects. He was mar- ried June 13, 1847, to Delphia Jane Glover, and 7 children have been added, from time to time, to the family circle, all of whom have been reared to mature years, and embark prosperously on life's voyage. They are-Alice, wife of Samuel Cooper, a resident of Battle Creek ; Ellen, wife of John Shunk, of Sylvan tp .; Delphia, Orrin, and Eugene are employes of the Battle Creek Review and Herald, Willie and Laura are attending school at Chelsea. Mr. Frisbie's mother died at Battle Creek, May 22, 1858. His father, Elisha Frisbie, came to Michi- gan in June, 1838, and started a store at Sylvan Center, where he remained several years. He was killed by a runaway team May 17, 1859.

John R. Gates, retired farmer, Chelsea, was born at Great Bend, Jefferson Co., N. Y .; was a son of Russell and Hannah (Taylor) Gates. When he became of

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age he went to New Jersey, where he bought and sold live stock. In 1854 he drove 1,900 sheep from Michigan to New Jersey, the trip requiring 55 days, with the route through Ohio and Pennsylvania. In 1864, he settled in Michigan on a farm of 200 acres in Lima tp. He engaged in business with Albert Congdon, of Chelsea, with whom he continued for some years. Mr. Gates was married in 1855 to Almira B. Borden, of Bordentown, N. J. Two children born to them are deceased. Mrs. Gates died Dec. 6, 1859. On Dec. 24, 1861, he married Elizabeth N. Alden, and 3 children were given them. His wife died March 5, 1872. Mr. Gates was again married Sept. 23, 1873, to Sarah T. Frazer, whose father was blacksmith to Joseph Bonaparte, when that distinguished French exile resided near Bordentown, N. J. When he quitted America for the land of his birth, he gave Mr. Frazer a portrait of himself, which still remains in the family as an heir- loom. Mr. Gates has been a member of the Board of Trustees, and the School Board of Chelsea, and is a Director in the Chelsea Bank, and a Trustee in the Bap- tist Church.

Rev. Edward A. Gay, pastor of the Baptist Church, Chelsea. was born at Bos- ton, Mass., April 19, 1829. His parents were Timothy and Nancy (Green) Gay, the former being a machinist by trade. When quite young his parents removed to Albany, N. Y., and six years later to Michigan, locating at Somerset, Hills- dale county, where his father went to work at the blacksmith trade; he also entered large tracts of Government land in that part of the State. In 1846 Edward entered the chemical department of Cambridge University, and was a student of the class under the tuition of Dr. Webster when that man killed the eminent Dr. Parkman, a tragedy that caused intense excitement all over the United States. He graduated from that venerable institution as a physician, and in 1852 began the practice of medicine at Hudson, Michigan. He ultimately became engaged in the drug business and office practice, which he continued for 11 years. Seeing the fast increasing tendency to evil in our land, he became persuaded that it was his duty to enter the ministry, which he did, uniting with the Baptist ministry, and was first assigned the charge of that denomination at Bronson, Michigan, where he remained four years. He was pastor at Plymouth, Wayne county, for three years, and in November, 1875, entered upon his duties at the beautiful vil- lage of Chelsea. During his pastorate the congregation has prospered exceedingly, and an improvement has been made to their church edifice, costing over $1,000. Rev. Gay was married in 1852 to Almira Root, who died in 1874, leaving 3 sons -- Clement A., Gilbert H and Eddie M. Mr. Gay was again married in November, 1875, to Amy L. Winans, daughter of John R. Winans, of Plymouth, Michigan. One child has b en given to them-Carroll Worth. Mr. Gay is a member of the I. O.O. F. and Masonic fraternities.

Henry Geddes (deceased) was born in New Jersey, June 23, 1818, and accom- panied his parents, John and Prudence (Smalley) Geddes, to Michigan, about the year 1829. In 1841 Mr. Geddes married Mary Jones, of Freedom tp., and soon after took up 183 acres of land in Lodi tp. Six children were born to this happy union, 4 of whom are living-Etta and Mina, who reside with their mother, Mrs. Charles Davis and Mrs. Sweetland, both residents of Sylvan tp. Lemuel and Melvina died when infants. Mr. Geddes was a man of sterling worth, and full of energy and perseverance. He died of inflammation of the bowels on Aug. 24, 1874. Mrs. Geddes, still retaining the farm, bought a residence in Chelsea, where she has since lived with her two daughters. She was the daughter of an English- man, and was raised in Canandaigua Co., N. Y. Her father put her in charge of a Mr. Thomas when she was 15 years of age, and she has never seen him since. She was born Sept. 4, 1822.

Frederick Girback, saloon-keeper in the village of Chelsea, was born in Wurtemburg, Germany, Feb. 5. 1833. His parents came to America in 1852. They came to Ann Arbor, where his father died, Jan. 9, 1870. He was married in 1857 to Katrina Roherer, of Ann Arbor. They have 6 children living-Eliza- beth, Ann May, Emily, John M., Tilly Eugenia and Pauline Lydia. On Jan. 7, 1871, he established his present business in Chelsea. He is a charter member of the German Working ren's Society, and has officiated as its President, Treasurer and Trustee. In 1865 he was a Street Commissioner of Ann Arbor, and has been a Constable of Chelsea. He is a Master Mason.

James L. Gilbert, merchant, Chelsea, was born at Clinton, Lenawee Co., Mich., May 30, 1836. He is a son of Norman M. and Elizabeth C. (Wyman) Gilbert. Joseph Gilbert, sr., the great-grandfather of our subject, came from England and

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settled in Massachusetts. He had a family of 12 children, of whom Joseph, jr., was the second son. The latter had a family of 6 children, of whom Norman, the father of James, was the second son. He located at Dexter in 1839, and sub- sequently at Chelsea. He died at Ann Arbor in March, 1873. James' mother was a native of Steuben county, N. Y., and resides at Ann Arbor. From the age of 20 Mr. Gilbert has been engaged in the mercantile business, either as clerk, or for himself. He came to Chelsea in 1856, and remained there three years, when he went to Elk Rapids, Antrim Co., Mich., and took part in the organization of that county. He was elected the first County Clerk and Register. He returned to Chelsea in 1865 and embarked in business. He is a member of the firm of Gil- bert & Crowell, grocers, and deals largely in grain and wool. In 1881 he was elected President of the village, having previously served as Trustee. He was married Nov. 16, 1859, to Martha D. Oxtoby, a native of Benton, N. Y. They have 1 child living, Mary, and 2 sons deceased. He is a member of the Congre- gational Church, and his wife of the M. E. Church. Politically he is a Republi- can.

Geo. P. Glazier, of the drug firm of Glazier & Armstrong, and cashier of the Chelsea Bank, was born in Erie county, N. Y., April 5, 1841. In 1846 his parents immigrated to Michigan, his boyhood being spent mostly in the schools at Jack- son. At the age of 13, being forward in his studies, he accepted an opportunity to learn the drug business, "the ardent wish of his school days," in which busi- ness he grew up and continued, with slight interruption, until the present. His experience in drug and prescription stores being in Jackson, Brooklyn, N. Y., New York city, Adrian, Parma (Jackson Co.), and since 1868 in Chelsea.

Left at the age of 18, by the death of his father, in comparative poverty, with a mother in feeble health and 5 sisters to support, he early acquired a habit of close application to business which still clings to him. Mr. Glazier has 1 son, Frank, who has graduated with honors at the University of Michigan as a phar- maceutical chemist, and at Eastman's Commercial College, Poughkeepsie, N. Y., and is now in Germany to acquire the German language and brush up in other studies, preparatory to taking an active interest in his father's business.

Thompson HI. Godfrey (deceased) was born at Mt. Hope, Orange Co., N. Y., in 1798, and was the third child of David and Mary (King) Godfrey. His father died when Thompson was but a child. When he was of sufficient age he learned the cooper's trade, at which he was employed for several years. At the age of 25, he was married to Fanny, daughter of William Mulock, of Orange Co., N. Y. Soon after he engaged in mercantile pursuits at Minisink, and continued there for eight or nine years. In 1831 he emigrated to Michigan and settled on Honey Creek, Scio tp., where he entered 80 acres of Government land, sub- sequently adding 40 acres morc. At this time there were but few families living between Honey Creek and Ann Arbor. In 1834 Mr. Godfrey sold his farm and bought land in Sylvan tp., comprising 80 acres. Six years later he removed to Sylvan Center where he kept a tavern for many years. When he first located there he entertained his guests in a log house, but afterward erected a frame building. While a resident of Sylvan Center he worked at his trade, and also served the peo- ple of Sylvan tp. as Postmaster, Clerk and Justice of the Peace. About 1872, age compelled him to relinquish his business, and he settled at Chelsea, where he lived a retired life until the day of his death; this latter event occurred March 29, 1880. His children numbered 5, namely :-- William M., a resident of Califor- nia ; David L., a farmer near Ann Arbor; Rebecca Jane, widow of Charles F. But- terfield (dec.), and a resident of Chelsea; and Henry B. and Alice Irene (deceased). Mr. Godfrey was a faithful member of the Congregational Church. Mrs. Godfrey resides with her daughter, Mrs. Rebecca Butterfield, in Chelsea. This lady was married in Sylvan in 1850. Her husband was a native of New York, and came to Michigan at an early day. In 1855 Mr. Butterfield went to Northern Indiana as a contractor on a railroad. He located at Goshen, Elkhart Co., and eventually engaged in the livery business, which he continued until his death in 1837. Four children were born to them, 2 of whom survive -- Fannie M. and Jennie G. Fred. Carlyle and Kate W. are deceased.

William A. Graham, farmer and stock raiser, sec. 11, Sylvan tp., P. O., Chelsea ; was born in Erie county, Penn., in 1820. He is the son of Samuel and Mary (Casic) Graham. His parents were of Irish descent. Mr. G. was sent to the com- mon schools of his native State. He was married in 1843 to Ann Maria Cowan, and from this union 8 children were born to them, 7 of whom are living.

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Mr. Graham is a faithful member of the M. E. Church, and is also a prominent Democrat, having been elected by the Democratic party to serve as Constable. He emigrated to Michigan in 1838. but has resided in the county only a few years. Mr. G. is the owner of 120 acres of fine farming land, where he resides in his old age.

William F. Hatch, Vice President of the Pioneer Society of Washtenaw Co., was born at Gorham, Ontario Co., N. Y., March 25, 1825, and was a son of Jared and Ruth (Clark) Hatch. At the age of 12 years his parents removed to Calhoun county, Mich., and five years later to Sylvan tp., Washtenaw county. In 1848 he located at Chelsea, where he has since resided. He was engaged in mercantile pursuits for several years, and in 1860 was appointed ex- press agent in Chelsea, which position he still occupies. He was Justice of the Peace for 15 years, Town Clerk two years, Supervisor three years, and Assessor four years. He is a member of the Masonic fraternity and Congregational Church, and holds the position of Superintendent of the Sunday-school connected with the latter institution Mr. Hatch was married in 1857 to Emma J. Skinner, of Mar- shall, Mich. Her parents came to this State in 1832, where the former died some years ago. Mrs. Skinner resides with her children at Chelsea. Mr. Hatch was inspector of election in connection with Mr. Durand, when the town corporation of Chelsea was decided on. Mr. Hatch's grandfather, Abel Hatch, was a particu- lar friend of Ethan Allen, but was not present at the battle of Ticonderoga. He was one of the "minute men " on duty at Boston after the battle of Bunker Hill. He was at one time under Gen. Pulaski, and immediately under Gen. Washington.

Philander Hathaway, farmer, Sylvan tp., was born in Jefferson Co, N. Y., June 14, 1809. His parents were Putnam and Sarah (Booth) Hathaway, the former of whom was a farmer and died when Philander was 12 years of age. At the age of 18, he left his native home, and after drifting around for several years, as it were, he finally settled in Onondaga Co, N. Y., where he was engaged in agricultural pursuits for 20 years. In 1856 he removed to Michigan and settled on 80 acres of land in Sylvan tp., where he has since continued to reside. He had previously spent the winter of 1836 at Marshall, Mich., and also purchased land in Eaton Co. He was married in 1838 to Nancy Shepherd, and they are the parents of 5 children, 4 of whom are living-Mary, wife of Dwight Riggs, of Sylvan tp .; John, a resident of Menominee Co .; Charles, who married Mary Ann Kellar, and resides in Sylvan tp. . and George, who resides at home with his parents.

Henry G. Houg, proprietor hotel, Chelsea, was born at Chatham, Columbia Co., N. Y., March 5, 1828, son of Abner and Mary (Guernsey) Hoag. Henry spen this early life in Green county, N. Y., and at the age of 22 years came to Michigan, locating near Napoleon, Jackson county, where he remained five years. He then removed into Napoleon, and continued in the produce business at that village for several years. He was proprietor of the "Traveler's Home," at Stock- bridge, Ingham county, for three and a half years, and in 1875, located at Chelsea, where he has since resided. In 1850 he married Deborah Hawley, and 3 children have been born to them-James H, Jennie and Egbert. James H. is a physician and is a graduate of the University of Michigan. He located at Fife Lake, Michi- gan in 1880, where he has since lived. Jennie is a teacher in the Chelsea Union school.

Lettice Smith Holmes, wife of Rev. Thomas Holmes, D. D., and eldest daughter of Asa L. and Syrena Smith, was born May 8, 1823, at Rochester, N. Y. On the day Lettice was one year old, her parents left Rochester, and on the 29th of May, 1824, they reached the new settlement of Ann Arbor. Mrs. Smith was the sec- ond white woman and Lettice the first white child in the settlement. Her educa- tional advantages were only such as a frontier settlement could afford. Her mother taught her the rudiments of reading and spelling. Conspicuous among her early instructors were Miss Mary Page, Miss Abby Moseley, Moses Merrill, Mr. Griffith, who taught the academy, Miss Eliza Page, and, last of all, Mr. and Mrs. John N. Gott. In November, 1842, she went to Oberlin, Ohio, and com- menced preparation for college, and one year later, having accomplished the work of two college years in 12 months, entered the freshman class. No " shorter course " could satisfy her ambition, and four years later, having completed the full classical course, she graduated and received the degree of A. B. On the 14th of October, of the same year, 1847, she was married to Rev. Thomas Holmes, a classmate, spent the winter teaching in Plymouth, Richland Co., O., and, the fol-

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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 78

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