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Esslburn Jacob, Jr., p o Constabisville, farmer, 225 serss, born in New York city, May 8, 1837, settled io coun- ty lo 1844, and on present farm in 1865; wite, Kste Doyle, married May 2, 1865; children five-Mary A., Frances E., Frank J., Jamee A., snd Lillie. Father Jacob Eeelburo.
Fsircbild Charles, p o Constableville, retired farmer, 60 acres, boro in town, January 7, 1814, has been as- eessor, and justice; wife. Margaret, daughter of Alexander McDonald, of Ducheee county, married February 18, 1834. Father, Liberty Fairchild. of Connectiont, was one of the early settlere in the place that is now High Market.
Felebsw N. B., po Copetableville, jeweler, boro in town March 12, 1842, hae been president of village, and postmaster; wife, Emms F. Nswkirk, of New Hsrt- ford, married in October, 1867; children living, two -Hiram E., and Laura L. Father, Hiram T. Fsl- ehaw.
Foots E. E , po Turin, dairy farmsr, and dealer in agricul- tural implements, 232 acres, born in Martinsburgb, January 25, 1850, settled on present farm in 1852, has been town auditor; wife, Emma Shosmaker. married in 1872; children four. Father, Duans D. Foots, son of Adoniram Foote, ons of the firet set- tlere in Martineburgh.
Goff Charlee M., p o Constableville, retired merchant, 20 acres, born in Turin, May 10, 1816, settled in village in 1837, has been superintendent of poor; wife, Elizabeth Cookman, married In 1845. Father, Duel Goff, one of the pioneers in Turin, was a native of Connecticut, and judgs of Lewis county.
Hayse Andrew, p o Conetableville, farmer, and shoemaker, 130 acres, boro in Baden, Germany, in November, 1812, settled in county, in 1834; wife, Adaline Hal- ler, married in 1837; children ten. Parents, An- drew and Eva Hayes.
Hayes Mathew, p o Constableville, farmer, 124 acrss, born in Baden, Germany, August 15, 1819, settled in county Auguet 9, 1840, has been inepsctor of elec- tions, and justice of peace; wife Catharine Haller, married November 10, 1844; children eix -Eliza- beth. Menia W .. Henry M., William F., Eva M .. snd Charles R.
Higby Jared S., p o Conetableville, farmer, 100 acres, born in town, February 15, 1825; wife, Sarab Jans Cono- ver, of town, married in 1850; children living ten. Father, Ahijab f. Highy, son of Benjamin, ons of the first settlers of town.
Higby Casimsr A., p Constableville, farmer and teacher, 100 acres, boro on present farm Juns 29, 1850; wife Lizzie A., daughter of Robsrt Fadner, married April 3, 1876; children one-Psarl. Father Norman Higby, born on same farm Juos 6, 1806, was son of Benjamin Higby, of Connecticut.
Higby Levi, po Constableville, farmer 62 acres, born in town March 21, 1835, eettled on farm in 1861; wife Lydia A., daughter of George Crofoot, of town, married io 1867; children two-Nellie and Agnss. Father, AGet Highy.
Higby Ler( y, p o Lyons Falls, farmer 35 acres, born in town Jan. 25, 1811, settied on farm in 1869, was corporal and eneign of the light infantry ; wife Sylvia, daugh- ter of Baxter Moon, married in 1835; children lly- Ing three-Nicholas W., Nancy A., and Olive J. Father Benjamin Rigby.
Johnson William A., p o Constableville, dairy farmer 72 soree, born in Leyden June 9, 1829, settled on farm in 1850, has been aseeeeor, highway commissionsr, and constable; wife Lydia Ann Thayer, of Leyden, married io 1851; children three-Herbert A., Ar- thur M., and Gertruds L. Father, Allen, son of Sheldon Jobneon, ons of the firet settlers of Ley- den.
Jonss John M., p o Constabisville, farmer 6836 acres, born in North Wales, Nov. 14, 1887, settled in county in 1857, was s soldier of the Rebellion in Co. K, 5tb N Y. Hssvy Artillery, under Samuel Graham. Parents, David and Fanny Jones, nstives of Dem- bershire county, North Wales.
PERSONAL STATISTICS.
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Kentner George D., p o Turin, dairy farmer, 80 acres, born in town May 8, 1821, settled on farm in 1849, has been bighway commissioner; wife Elizabeth C., daughter of Reuben Woolworth, married in 1847; children one-George W. Father Amos Kentner, a soldier in the War of 1812, was born in Farming- ton, Conn., Feb. 16, 1790, and settled in town suon after the war.
Kroeger Andrew, p o Constableville, dairy farmer 105 acres, born on present farm Nov. 30, 1838; wife Mary Ann daughter of Joseph Hese, married in 1861; children seven-Joseph R., William R., Frank G., Rusa M., Helen E., George, and Leo. Father, Phillip Kroe- ger, wae the firet white settler on same farm.
Lewie William D., p o Turin, dairy and grain farmer 150 acree, buro in town, settled on faim in 1850, bas been echool commissioner from Jan. 1, 1873, to Jan. 1, 1879, inclusive. Parents, Ellis and Ann Lewie, settled in town about 1840.
Linek Isedor, p o Mohawk Hill, dairy farmer, 210 acres, born in France May 24, 1824, settled in town in 1828, bas been assessor; first wife Gertrude Nellenback; second wife Francesca Dorse; children living fif- teen. Father. Nicbolas Linck, an early settler.
Lindsey Jervis. p o Constableville, farmer 21 acres, born in town Dec. 23, 1830; wife Eliza M., daughter of Dan- del Higby. Father, Luke Lindsey, a native of Con- necticut, settled in town about 1800.
Mackenna Rev. James Arnold, p o Constableville, pastor St, Mary's church, born in Canada Oct. 4, 1844, settled iu county in 1879.
Merkbam Joseph D., p o Constableville, farmer 206 acres, born on farm Jan. 26, 1822; wife Ann Gaughan; children three. Father, John Markham, a native of Connecticut, settled in town in 1801.
Markham Anthony W ., po Conatableville, merchant, born in High Market March 5,1832, settled in village in 1851; wife Cinda Carney, of Esperance, married in 1862, children one-Eugene A. Father Simeon B. Markham, born in town in April, 1803.
MeDonald Alexander, p o Conetableville, dairy and grain farmer 160 acree, born on farm Nov. 7, 1829. Alex- ander W. McDonald, of Scotland, settled on same farm about 1820; wife living at the age of 88 years; children living elx,
McDonald Jamee, p o Constableville, farmer, eaw-mill and mechanic, born on farm Oct. 8, 1829, hae been constable; wife Lucretia Andrus, married in 1876. Father, Alexander McDonald, of Scotland, one of the first eettlere of this town.
Miller William N., p o Constableville. farmer 220 acres, born in Columbia county Aug. 29, 1821, settled in connty in 1825; wife Nancy A., daughter of Ephraim Will- iams. of this town, married in 1846; children two- Ella F and William A. Parents Jeremiah W. and Sarah Miller.
Miller Stephen T. p o Constableville, retired merchant, 350 acres, barn an eams place May 14, 1823, has been president of village and poetmaster; wife Hannah C. Burrell, of Herkimer county, married in 1852; children five. Father, Seth Miller. was first wbite child born in town, and son of Seth Miler, a na- tive af Cansan, Conn,
Mulkins James D., p o Constableville, farmer 61 acree, born in town Dec. 6, 1829, settled on farm in 1862, hae been assessor; wite Adaline L. Saddler, of town, married in 1862; children three- Henry J., Charlee F., and Jessie. Father, Ira Mulkins, one of the early eettlere in town.
Mullen John R .. p o Constableville. grain and dairy farmer, 90 acres, born in High Market June 30, 1840, settled on farm In 1880, was corporal Co. F. 4th N, Y. Cav- alry in the Rebellion. was mustered into service in November, 1861, and discharged Nov 7, 1864; wife Eunice Higby, married Feb. 17,1869; children three. Parents, Jamee and Mary Mullen.
Newman J. Ferris, p o Turin. dairy farmer 113 acree, born in Duchess county May 8, 1836, settled in county in 1840, has been ass. asor; wife M. Cornelia Curtis, married Feb. 22, 1871. Parents, William C. and Cynthia A. (Ferris) Newman.
Parkhuret Sanford T., p o Constableville, dairy farmer, 135 acres, born in Little Falls, Herkimer county April 12, 1829, settled in county in 1842, and on present farm in 1860, has been highway commis- Bloner; wife Laura Littaye, of town, married in February, 1860; children three-Adelbert, Jennie, and Charlee. Father, Amos Parkhurst, a native of Herkimer county.
Payne Jason, p o Turin, farmer, 150 acres, born in Berk- shire county Massachusette, February 8, 1806, settled on farm in 1823, has been assessor, over- seer of poor, and excise commissioner; wife Ma- lisea Sabins, of Duchess county, married Novem- ber 14, 1830; children two-Edward, and Louisa, wife of Ralph Swackhammer. Parente, Joseph and Eunice Payne.
Potter Benjamin F., p o Collinsville, dairy and hop farmer, 177 acree, born in Oneida county September 29, 1816, settled in county ic 1831. bae been supervisor; wife Rachel Ann, daughter of Pardon C Case, of Turin, married March, 11, 1846; children living, eight-Fanny E,. Eugene, Marshall N .. Flors A., Frank A., Samuel C., Ida L., and Alice M. Father, Joseph Potter.
Regetz John, po Constableville. proprietor of cheese fac- tory, 2 acres, born in Switzerland in September, 1847, settled in county in 1812; wife Mary A. Sten- der, of Switzerland, came to town in 1867, wae married in 1877; children one-William John. Parents, John and Susie Regetz.
Roberte Betsey, p o Constableville, dairy and grain farmer, 108 acres. born in same house; first husband Al- BOD Clark; second busband John Roberts. Father, James Miller, one of first settlere in town,
Steinbrenner Andrew J , po Constableville, proprietor of hotel, born in New York City September 15, 1833, settled in county in 1886; wife Anna. McManus, married in 1856; children living, four-Adelph, Andrew, Elizabeth, and William.
Stilee Jobn C., p o Constableville, farmer, 100 acree, born In West Turin February 28. 1821, bae been town clerk, postmaster, and Inspector of elections; wife Sally A., daughter of Volney Miller, married February 22, 1844; children living, two-John M., and Henry D. Pather, David A., son of John Stiles, one of first settlers of town.
Smith James C., p o Constableville. dairy and grain farmer, 188 acres, born in town November 7, 1835, settled on present farm in 1857, bas been town auditor; wife Charlotte Winchell, of Lowville, married March 19, 1857; children living, five-Eva C., Addie J .. George, Hattie J., and Howard J. Father, Ly- man, son of Jonathan Trumble Smith.
Smith John L., p o Turin, dairy farmer, 127 acres, born in town January 30, 1849, settled on farm in 1871; wife Abba C., daughter of Sylvester Hart, married in December. 1871; children two-Lyman, and Wil- Jord H. Father, Lyman Smith.
Taylor Charles E., p o Constableville, dairy farmer, 130 acres, born in town April 1, 1839, settled on farm in 1864, bse been assessor; wife Julia A. Cone, of Oe- wego, married in 1860; children living, one-Fel- Jue E. Father, Fellus E. Taylor, of Massachusetts, one of the pioneers, settled in town about 1802.
Thompson Chandler E,. p o Constableville, farmer, 170 acres, born in Vermont May 26, 1808, settled in village In' 182), has been overseer of poor, and highway commissioner; wife Hannah H. Markham, married in 1830; children living, three-Edmund W., Phoeba A., James H. Father, Ebenezer Thompson, of Vermont.
Wilcox Horatio W., p o Collinsville, farmer, 100 acres, born in Lowville November 20, 1821, settled on present farm in 1867, has been poetmaster; wife Adaline L., daughter of Rufue Lyon, married in 1851; chil- dren one-Mery L Father, Captain Jesee Wilcox settled in Lowville in 1797.
Williame E. A., p o Constableville.
Wood J. Clark, p o Constableville, farmer, 200 acres, born on present farm December 19, 1824, has been as- eessor; wife Esther L. Carney. married November 23, 1854; children living, five-John N., Clara E., Anna E., Alice M., and Charles C. Father, Nathaniel Wood, a native of Connecticut, settled in town in 1814.
Woolworth Edwin, p o Turin, farmer, 152 acres in Turin and 320 in lows. boro in Turin May 5, 1818, has been seseesor. superintendent of poor. and supervisor; first wife Clarissa Whittlesey; second wife, Char- lotte O. Fisher; children living, six-Eugene B., Albert J., Alice E., Clarissa F.,Amulet M., and 1da L. Father, Juetus Woolworth, settled in Con- etableville in 1797.
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HISTORY OF LEWIS COUNTY.
MONTAGUE.
Fuller Neleon, p o Gardner's Corners, grain and dairy farm- er and merchant, 300 scree, born in Canada, May 4. 1819, settled in county in 1850, fifth settler in town, is overseer of poor; wife Mary Dunlevey, of Carthage, married March, 1844; children one-Julia Freeman. Father, Joseph Fuller, (deceased) was a resident of Canada.
Gardner Joseph M., p o Gardner'e Corners, farmer and re- tired merchant, 600 acree, born in Chenango, Sept. 18, 1819, settled in town from Jefferson county in 1848, has been supervisor, chairman and clerk of the board of supervisore, justice of peace, and justice of sessions; wife Eunice A., daughter of Eliss Babcock, of Champion, Jefferson county, married Jan. 17, 1844; children two-Sarah M., and Emma A. Parents, Joseph and Martha Gardner, residents of Jefferson county and nativee of Hampshire county, M866.
Kilburn George W, po Montague, lumber manufacturer and dealer, and farmer, 300 acres, mill situated on Deer river, manufactures shingles, bas planing and sawing machine, handles about 500,000 feet lumber per year, born in Fowler. St. Lawrence county, Sept. 30, 1828, settled in Montague in 1848, has been supervisor, assessor. highway commissioner and justice of peace; wife Sedate, daughter of Elijah M. Dunham of Jefferson county, married Sept. 28, 1850; children three-G. Edward, Charles E., sud John F. Parents, Eraetus and Maria (deceased) Kilburn residente of Lewie county, formerly from St. Lawrence.
Willisme Nicholas, p o Montague, dairy farmer, 330 acres, born in France, July 28, 1815, settled in county in 1838 and in Montague in 1856; wife Catherine, daughter of Philip Goutremont, one of the first settlers of Denmark, married in March, 1844; children five-Charlee, Nicholas J., Eather, Cathe- rine and Sylvester. Parente, Peter and Margaret Williame, residents of France.
NEW BREMEN.
Adame Michael, p o Kirschnerville, dairy farmer, 126 acres, born in Germany, May, 1824, settled iu county in 1853, keeps about 16 cows ; wife Mary Adame, of Germany, married in_1878. Father, Michael Adams, came to New Bremen about 1853, died July, 1877.
Back Peter. p o Croghan, farmer and mechanic, 90 acres, born in Loraine, France, June 1, 1827, settled in county in May, 1840, has been justice of peace, town clerk, justice of sessions, commissioner of highwaye, overseer of poor, constable, recruiting officer, appointed in 1812, asseseor and collector ; wife Catherine Guion, of Loraine, France. married November 3, 1853 ; children nine-Mary E., Nich- olse F, Charles A., Josephene, Sebeetine, Peter, Henry, Mary C., and George. Parente, Nicholas and Barbara Back, nativee of France, eettled in county in 1840.
Griffith Robert, p o Wateon, lumberman and fermer, 200 acres, born in North Wales, settled in county in 1833, has been justice of peace and seseeeor; wife Caroline, daughter of Peter Wakefield, married in 1834, children living five-Robert, Catherine, Mary, Lucy, Herrison, and four deceseed-William, John, Herriet and George. Parente, Griffith and Mary Griffitha, nativee of Wales.
Henry Joseph A., and Frank, p o Croghan, dealers in gen- eral merchandise, commenced business March 1, 1881, the latter has been collector two years. Parente, Nicholas and Susan. Henry settled in Croghan about 1840, among the earliest eettlere.
Henry Michael, p o New Bremen, dairy and hop farmer, 146 acres, born in Croghan, August 7, 1842, eettled in New Bremen, in 1869, has been supervisor, 888essor, overseer of poor, and commissioner of highways; wife Rachel Fleethamel, daughter of Christopher and Barbara Fiesthemel, married January 12, 1869; children three-Charlee M., Mary E., aud Frank W. Parente, Nicholae, (deceased), and Suean. Henry settled in Croghan in 1840.
Kilta Jerome, po New Bremen, retired farmer, 53 acres, born in Palentine, Montgomery county, June 19, 1822, settled in county in 1847, hae been justice of peace, supervisor, town clerk, constable and col- lector; wife Eliza, daughter of Samuel Illingworth, of New Bremen, married January 18, 1849; child- ren two-Jerome Kilte, Jr , and Eliza. Parente, Joseph and Elizabeth, (Nellis) Kilte, of Montgom- ery county, the former a eon of Conrad Kilte, who wae in the Revolutionary wer and drew & pen- sion.
Kling Stephen S, p o New Bremen, manufacturer of essh, doore and blinde, born in Schoharie county, April 9, 1837, settled in county in 1857, mill ie situated on Crystal creek, hendles about 25,000 feet of lumber a year; wife Ann Jenette, daughter of James F., and Elizabeth (Green) Hoyt, married October 19. 1858; children three-George S., Spencer J., and Wayland H. Parents, Peter and Elizabeth (Col- line) Kling, of Schoharie county.
Martie Enoe, p o New Bremen, dairy farmer, 177 acres, born on present farm March 20, 1852; wife Kate, daughter of Michael and Kate Strife, of New Bremen, mar- ried January 5, 1875; children three-Lillle, Lena and Willie. Parente, Anguetus and Catherine. Martis settled in New Bremen about 1844.
Murray David L., M. D , po Crogban, physician and eurgeon, studied with Doctore Ridgeon, Walker. Imrie and Wallace, attended lectures in Toronto. Montreal and Burlington, Vt., and graduated from Univers- ity of New York, in 1880; born in Ontario, Canada, June 24, 1842. settled in county in 1880; wife Agnes E. Imrie, of Ontario, married June 9, 1870; child- ren two-William Aleric, and Mary Jeanette.
Peat Hiram, p o Petrie's Corners, lumber manufacturer and dealer, and farmer. 400 acres, born in New Bremen, May 19. 1837, mill is on Crystal creek, run by water, handles from 200,000 to 400,000 feet of lumber a year: wife Lecretis A. Dekins, of New Bremen, married March. 1859; children three- Dwight, Louisa Carr and Emory Parente, Erastus and Mary, (deceased) were early eettiers in town, and the latter the firet white child born in Watson.
Rouchell Thomas J., p o Kirschnerville, lumber manufact- urer and dealer, carpenter and farmer, 388 acree, born in France, December 27, 1839, settled in town in 1846, mill ie on Black croek, run by water, man- ufactures shingles, handles from 200,000 to 500,000 feet of lumber per year; wite Edmere St Onge, of Canada, married October 29, 1865: children two- George and Annie. Parents. John and Annie (Pelo) Rouchel!, settled in county in 1846, the former died March 22, 1882, and the latter March 31, 1878.
Sauter John G., p o New Bremen, brewer and farmer, 40 acres, born in Wurtemburg, Germany, October 4, 1840, settled in county in 1867, brewery is near New Bremen, manufactures about 200 barrels of lager & year; wife Johanna Booseh, of Germany, mar- ried November. 1867; children five - Henry, Johanna, Frederick, Adolph, and Saloma. Parents John G , and Mary A. Sauter.
Schmidlin Joseph W., p o Petrie's Corners, general lumber- man and dairy farmer, 150 acres, born in Colmer, France, January 21, 1842, settled in county in 1850, has been assessor; wife Harriet Wilder, of New Bremen, married June 14, 1860, children living four-George C., Charlie J , Minnle S., and Roeella, and two dead-Julia and Frank N. Parente, Joseph and Josephene Schmidlin, residente of Lowville.
Sesrls Adelbert M .. p o New Bremen, lumber manufacturer, dealer and farmer, 50 aores born in Wateon, May, 26, 1838, settled in town in 1845, has been overeeer of poor and highway commleeioner, bae two mille with one run of stonee, one ie on Murmur creek, and the other on Crystal creek, manufactures shingles; wife Mary M., daughter of Nelson and Almirs Reynolds, of New Bremen, married July 3, 1858; children five-Willis D., Charles E., Nora A., Edith and Eben. Parente, Eben and Minerva Searle, settled in Lowville about 1803
Tanzer Charlee, p o Croghen, hardware merchent, born In Prussia, September 7, 1835, settled in county In 1859, has been collector, inspector of electione and justice; wife Christina Cemprei, married in 1860; children five-Christine, Frederick, Anna, Mary and Williem. Father, Charles Tanzer.
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PERSONAL STATISTICS.
Vanamber Henry, p o Castorland. dealer in lumber, and owner of two steamboats for general towiug on Black river, born in Jefferson county, April 23, 1837, settled in county in 1866, has been poor master; wife Elizabeth S. Butts. of Jefferson county, married Dacamber 24, 1858; children four- Edwin H., Nellie H., Lizzie, and Edith M. Parents, Beckwith and Charlotte Vanamber. The Vanam- bar family have a family gathering every Christ- mas, of about fifty members.
Vanamber Watson, p o Castorlaud, lumber manufacturer and dealer, farmer and boat builder, 1,400 acres, born in Jefferson county, December 31, 1839, settled in county in 1866, has been assessor; wife Helen Ripley, of Jefferson county, married October, 1865; children two-Catherine E., and Harriet C. Parents, Beckwith and Charlotte Van- amber settled in county from Jefferson in 1866.
Wagner Michael, p o New Bramen, hotel proprietor and farmer, 9 acres, born in France, June 24, 1838, get- tled in county lo 1842, proprietor of Wagner House; wife Jenette Highmilger, of Bavaria, married in 1866; children living five-Mary, Hannah, Charlie, Anna and Lena, and Johnnie, who died October 25, 1878. Parents, John and Katherine Wagner, resi- dents of Lewis county.
OSCEOLA.
Knapp John, p o Osceola, blackemith, owns bouse, lot and ahop, born in Canada, July 4, 1847, settled in Osceola in 1866, has been supervisor, town clerk and constable ; wife Loulsa, daughter of Hiram Bullock, of Saratoga, married January 26, 1871 ; children two-Ralph F. and Roscos H .. Parents, Samuel and Clarinda (Clark) Knapp, (deceased) were residents of Canada.
Rawell William, p o Osceola, carpenter, surveyor and land dealer, 75 acres, born in London, Eng., March 17, 1825, settled in Oaceola in 1841, bas been supervisor, town clerk, justice of sessione, justice of peace, clerk ot the board of supervisors, assessor, cou- stable and collector, was soldier in 10th N. Y. Heavy Art., Co. A, from 1862-'65 ; wits Eunice A., daughter of Epanetus Powell of St. Lawrence county, married July 23, 1861 ; children tbres- Willie I., Elliott E. and Frank C. Parents, James and Melyar (Manuing) Rowell, the former a native of England.
Vandawalker Abraham F .. po Osceola, carpenter and dairy farmer, 287 acres, born in Western, Onsida county, October 15, 1837, settled in Osceola in 1860, has bean supervisor, justice of peace, highway com- missioner, deputy sheriff, constable, collector and the first postmaster of the town ; wife Martha, daughter of Joel Dubois, of Norway, Herkimer county, married March 22, 1860; children thres living-Ella, Erwin and George, and three who died-Emma, Frank and Willis. Parents, Jacob and Eunice (Fuller) Vandawalker, residents of Western, Onsida county, and the latter, daughter of Captain Fuller of the War of 1812.
WATSON.
Beach Ralph, Jr., p o Watson, farmer and lumber dealar and manufacturer, mill is on Burnt creek, handles about 7.000,000 feet lumber a year, 3,000 acres, born in Connecticut, January 27, 1818, settled in county in 1827, has been justice of peace three terme, and assessor; wife Phidelia, daughter of Peter and Olive (Gustin) Maio, of Chenango coun- ty, born in Genesee county, married April 12, 1841; children three-Andrew J., George W., and Jobn L. Parents Ralph and Harriet (House) Beach, residents of Lewis county and natives of Connect- icut.
Carpenter John A., p o Watson, lumber dealer and manti- facturer, mill is in New Bremen bandles about 1,000,000 feet lumber a year, 170 acres, born in Pree- ton, Chenango county, January 6, 1815, settled in county in 1875; wife Mary, daughter of Loren and Lucy Baker, of Brimfield, Mass., married in July, 1837; children six-Mary, Franklin, Francee, Jacob, George M. Dallas, and Katie Eugene. Parents Noah and Judith Carpenter, residents of Cbenan- go county.
Feietbamel Michasl, p o Watson, dairy farmer, 250 acres, born in France in 1840, settled in county in 1841, has been overseer of poor and assessor; wife Nancy, daughter of Jnhu Busb, of Crogban, mar- ried November 15, 1857; children six-Jubn, Jane, Eliza, Mary, Elizabeth, and Fred. Parents Christ- upher and Barbara Feisthamel, of Naw Bremen. Glann William H., p n Watson, grain and dairy farmer, 125 acres. born In Lexington, Greene county, January 24, 1849, settled In county in same year, has been assessor and highway commissioner; wife Hadie Cotrell. of Albany, daughter of William and Annie Cotrell, married June 3, 1873; children five-Annie, Sarah, Florence, Willie, and Jamie Parents Jobn G., and Sarah Glenn, came from Greene county, in 1849.
Glenn William, p o Watson, merchant, farmer, lumber deal- er and cheese manufacturer, owns one store in Watson and one in Montague, 1,500 acres, born in Ireland. November 8, 1822, settled in county in 1546, bas been overseer of poor and assessor; wife Eliz abetb, daughter of Jacob and Margaret Venata, of Lowville, married December 8, 1848; children two -Eliza Sruder and Mary Parker. Parente William and Jennie Glenn.
Goodell Clark F., p o Petris's Corners, guida in the North Woods, born in Watson, October, 1853. Father Daniel Goodell; wife Susan Mumford; children three-Frank, Clark F., and Josephine.
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