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Van Valkenburgh Cort, p o Sharon Springe, farmer, 126 acree, born In Sharon August 25, 1823, settled on present farm in 1825; wife Catharine Winne, of Cherry Valley, married February 28, 1850. Father, Christian, son of John Joseph Van Valkenburgh, an early settler iu town.
Van Valkenburgh Joseph W., p o Sharon Centre, farmer and shoemaker, 15 acres, born In Otsego oonnty March 13, 1819, settied on present farm In 1872; wife Frances Smith, married November 24, 1875. Father, George H., son of Christlan.
Van Valkenburgh John J., p o Sharon, farmer, 81 acres, born In Sharon October 26, 1811, settled on farm in April, 1873; wife Sarah Bellinger, married in 1865; children two-Seth J. and Arthur S. Father, John J. Van Valkenburgh.
VanValkenburgb Jobn J. A. p o Sharon Ilili, farmer.106 acres, born in Sharon January 14, 1Nr. wife Nophis Smith, married December 23. 1471. children utre. Father, Adam, wou of J .bn J. Vau Va kenburgh, who was born January 10, 1:11, settled un sams farm In 1200, dled March 29, 1515.
Van Valkenburgh Jacob. p o Sbaron, phyalelan and surgenn. owns 15 seres laud, boru In Shar n June 13, 1499, han been notary public, secretary of ecirctle medl. cal society of New York, and a censur nf twenty- thlrd menstorini district; wife Harrlet Moulton, married April 23, 146;1. Jacob read medielne with Dr. Wlillam 11. Pormoun and Dr J 8 Herrick, at. tended irctures st Biockly modlesi college, ecleo- tlo medleal college of I'biladeiphia, known as the Paine school, commenced practice in Montgomery ocunty In 1802, at Sharon f1111 1n 1-07.
Van Valkenburgh Joseph P., po Sharon Centre, farmer, 91 seren, born on same farm February 21. 1:00, Par- ents, Peter and Sarah Van Vaikruburgb.
Vroman Ellzabeth T., p o Seward Siation, Isrmer, 140 acres, born on ssme farmi August 21, 1490, busband Jobn W. Vroman, of Oriesun county; children three- Jensle, Wililm, L J. Father. Nichoinn N. Mosk, a native of Bethiebem, Aibsny county,
Vruman Willlam L., p n Sharon Springs, farmer and hop grower, 26 acres, born la New liartford, Oneida connty February 7, 1513, settled In county In 1838; wife Sarah C. Betio, of Carilale, married April 21, 1881. Parent», l'eter and Ellza ( Low) Vroman.
Vroman Low, po Sharon Centre, farmer, Ist acres, born na same farm March 24. 1811; wife Irens Dunburgh. married December 16, 1532; children mix Father, Josiah Vroman, scttied on samme farro when it was all woods, wan son of Albert Vroman.
Vroman Solomon, p o Seward, keeper of bees, 6 acres iand, born in Sharon May 22, 1531, camo to present real- dence In 1:65; wife Nancy Itelyen, married Janu- ary 27, 1839; children four-Willlam D , Elia. Anna, Eugene. Father, Nicholas, was a son of Joslah Vroman.
Ward Joseph. p n Sharon Springs, farmer, 106 acres, born In Sharou October 2, 1%20), settled nn present farm in April, 1860; wife Catharine L. Seeley, nf Cherry Vailey; chlidren one-Estelle. Father, Josbus Ward, settied here In 1691.
Wessel Isaac, p o Arguevllie, farmer, 117 acres, born In Montgomery county October 15, 1500; wife Phæbe Scott, married In 1831; children elght. Parents, Abram and Cornelia Wosanl.
Wood Theodore, p o professor of music, owns house and lot, horn in Kingston, Ulster county April 18. 1924, cettied In county In 1878; wifo Carrle Brower, married April 20, 18,3; first wife Helen A. Van Buskirk ; children three-Theodore, Jr , Ora Louis, Ida lois. Parents, William S. and Catharina Wood.
SUMMIT.
Allen Willlam. p o Summit, farmer, 591 acres, born In 8nm mit October 11, 1800, settled nn present farm May 2, 1842; wife Jane Wharton, married July 4, 1849; children one-Warren W. Parants, Ezra and El- mira Alien, the former a grandson of Samuei Allen, the first settier In Charlotteville.
Baldwin Daniel W., p o Summit, farmer, 209 acres, born in Summit Jannary 24, 1825, settied on present farm In 1866; wife Margaret E. Payne, married April 19, 1848. Parenta. Daniel and Elizabeth (Rifenbark) Baldwin, the former a son of Danlel Baldwin, one nf Arst settlers in Summit.
Baroer Dr. George, p o Charlotteville, physician and farmer, 10 acres, born in Coblenkill June 20, 1821, settled In town in August, 1867; wife Mary J. Pat- rick, married February 2., 1811. Georgo studied with Abraham Patrick, attended lectures in Phila- deipbia and graduated in 1874. Parenta, David I. and Christina Barber, the former a son of Joseph Barner, the Arst settler In Barberville.
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HISTORY OF SCHOHARIE COUNTY.
Barger James, po Summit, merchant and farmer, 80 acres, born in Rensselaer county March 30, 1812, settled in couuty in 1818, has been highway commissioner, assessor and supervisor: first wife Caroline Judd; second wife Elizabeth Barger, marrled April 1, 1876; children two-Eliza and Elorsa. Father, Thomas Barger, an old resident of Reusselaer county.
Beard Jacob L., po Eminence, farmer, 250 acres, horn In Richmoudville January 15, 1819, settled in Summit in March, 1860, has heen justice of the peace and justice of sessions; wife l'olly Wiltsey, of Summit, married May 23, 1810; children seven. Parents, John and Abigail Beard, ths former a sou of Jacob Beard, the first settler of Beard's Hollow.
Beard Frankiin P., p o Summit, physiclan and surgeou, horn In Jefferson November 29, 1852, settled in villnge in April, 1876, has been coroner of couuty; wifs Alice Chickering, married In 1873; children three. Fraukllu P. read medicine with Drs. Cornell, Spaulding and Wood, atteuded lectures at medl- cal department of Albany University, and was graduated from there in 18.5.
Brown James H., p o Summit, dealer In hardware and gen- eral merehandise, owns 180 acres land, horn in Summit November 2, 1838, has been supervisor and member of assembly; wife Julia E. Havens, of Summit, married September 16, 1861. Father, Elisha Brown.
Burrows James L , po Eminence, merchant and blacksmith, 1 acre of land, born in Guilford, Chenango county February 26, 1817, settled in county in 1866, bas been post-master since 1869: wife Fanny Marla Cornell, of Gilboa, married May 19, 1840; children one-Emma Klugsley. i'nrents, Elijah and Betsey (Smith) Burrows.
Crowe David, p o Summit, farmer 214 acres, born on sams farm September 28, 1831, has heen supervisor; wife Polly Gallup, married December 31, 1860; children two-Addie, Nora. Fatber, Francis Crowe. Moth- er's father, Terpenning Gallup, was one of early settlers in Summit.
Fox Charles, p o Summit, farmer 196 acres, horn in Summit December 11, 1828, settled on present farm In 1835, has heen highway commissioner, assessor and inspector of election; wife Mary Ann Moot, mar- ried November 15, 1851; children eight. Father, James Fox, son of William, who came in town about 1800.
Ferguson, Thomas H., p o Summit, post-master and painter, 30 acres land, boru in Summit January 24. 1841, has heen notary public. Parents, Thomas and Sarah (Borst) Ferguson, the former a son of Little Fer- guson.
Gaige Benjamin W., p o Charlotteville, farmer 140 acres, born in Pennsylvanla August 31, 1822, settled in county in 1840; wife Sally Albert, of Worcester, married October 26, 1852; children six; first wife Magdalen VanPatten, was married February 22, 1840. Parents, Abraham and Hannah (Vautassie) Gaige.
Hannis William, p o Richmondville, hop-grower and dairy farmer, 140 acres, born in Ireland May 14, 1827, settled in county in 1864, has been commissioner of highways; wifs Jane Burneson, of Otsego county, married April 11, 1854; children seven. Parents, Samuel and Mary Hannis.
Harder Wiliington P., p o Summit, farmer 150 acres, born in Summit December 20, 1829, settled on present farm April 1, 1865, has been highway commissioner and assessor; wife Hannah Jane Payne, of Hudson, Columbia county, married January 1, 1855; children one-George D. Lost one daughter-Gittie M., aged 12 years. Father, Peter I. Harder, was a native of Duchess county.
Hartwell Miles, p o Charlotteville, farmer 80 acres, horn in Summit November 15, 1809, settled on present farm in 1874, has heen supervisor; wife Catharine Warner, married February 17, 1842; second wife Caroline A. Ives, married March 30, 1870 Parents, John and Sebee (Oshorne) Hartwell. Mrs. Hart- well'a grandfather, Levi Ives, settled at Summit four corners in 1806, where Charles Crowe and T. Ferguson live.
Havens C. W., p o Summit, physician and farmer, 225 acres, horn in Long Island April 20, 1813, settled In county in 1815, has been supervisor, town clerk and town superintendent; wife Martha Baldwin, of Summit, born in 1816, married October 4, 1838; children four. Charles W. studied at Jefferson with Dr. Boice and finished with Dr. Samuel Wells, of Mid- dleburgh, attended lectures at Castleton, Vermont, and commenced practice in Summit in 1838.
Jackaon David C., p o Charlotteville, fariner and nursery- mau, born in Schoharie May 27, 1812, settled in Summit in 1816. has been supervisor, justles of peace and postmaster; wife Rosetta Gardner, married June 28, 1865; children five; first wife was Sally Ann Hancr. Parents. David W. and Annie (Carson) Jack&ou.
Jump Aunanlas P., p o Summit, merchant. born in Fulton March 19, 1833, settled In Summit December 1, 1853, has been towu clerk and justice, was married in December 1854; children six. Father, Annaniaa, was son of Willlam Jump. who settled in Summit from Greene county in 1810.
Mitchell Peter H., p o Charlotteville, farmer and hanker, 1200 acres, born in town of Summit February 23, 1812, settled on present farm in 1865. has heen rail- road commissioner and director of five hanks; wife Lucy Robinson, of Otsego county, married Octo- ber 11, 1831; children six. Father, Harmon, was son of Emanuel Mitcbell an early settler on same farın.
Multer Joseph, p o Charlotteville, farmer and owner of saw- mill, born in Otsego county December 22, 1832, settled in county March 27, 1862; wife H. Marla Phinkle. of Jefferson county, married January 15, 1862. Father, Joseph, was son of Dr. Multer, who came from Germany and settled here.
Osborn Eleazer, p o East Worcester, farmer, born in Har- persfield, Delaware county May 4. 1799, settled in county in 1822, has been assessor, highway com- missloner and overseer of poor; wife Zilphia Sher- man, of Rensselaer county, married in November, 1821; children five. Father, Eleazer Osborn, was a native of Danhury, Connecticut, and a soldier in the Revolution.
Rifenhark Hlram, p o Charlotteville, merchant, owns 1 acre land, born in Summit April 30, 1839, commenced huslness as a merchant in 1872, has been justice of peace and town clerk; wife Amelia Burnett, of Summit, married March 24, 1863. Parents, Aaron and Mary (Banks) Rifenbark, the former a son of Henry R fenhark, who came from Columbia coun- ty about 1800.
Stickles Elan N., p o Summit, farmer. 101 acres, born in Columbia county August 19, 1804, settled in county In 1810; wife Hannah Mickle, of Fulton, married January 15. 1856. Parents, Nicholas F. and Debora (Dean) Stickles, the former of whom was a son of Nicholas, a resident of this county, and lived to be ninety-six years of age.
Stilwell Stephen, p o Charlotteville, farmer, 120 acres, horn in Charlottevllie November 23, 1815, settled on this farm in 1845, has been assessor, supervisor and overseer of poor; first wife Polly M. Phelps; sec- ond wife Angeline Hicks, married December 6, 1875; children nine. Father, Samuel, was son of Thomas Stilwell, who came from Duchess county.
Shafer S. G., p o Charlotteville, printer.
Terpenning James W., p o Summit, farmer and dairyman, 425 acres, horn in Suminit September 29, 1828, settled on present farm in 1849, has been supervisor and highway commissioner; wife Delaney Neer, of Summit, married April 23, 1838; children five- Jerome, Walter, Everet, Achsa, Jennie. Father, Cornelius, was son of Jacob Terpenning, who was lieutenant under Washington.
Tinklepaugh Alexander. p o Summit, farmer, 280 acres, born in Fulton May 15, 1826, settled in Summit in 1827; wife Delia Ann Snook, married January 12, 1848; children one-Rebecca. Father, Jacob, son of Henry Tinklepaugh, one of first settlers in town.
Tousley Rev. George G., p o Eminence, clergyman, horn in Githoa September 28, 1852, settled in village in May, 18:1, is minister in the Methodist Episcopal ohurch; wife Adelaide Thorne, of Conesville, mar- ried May 19, 1874; children one-Claude G., who died March 11, 1881. Parents, Albert A. and Esther C. Tousley,
Warner George H., p o Charlotteville, farmer 90 acres, born in Summit March 2, 1838, settled on present farm in 1870. Father, Hiram, son of Peter War- ner, who settled in Summit ahout 1800.
Wharton Robert E., p o Summit, farmer, 200 acres, horn on same farm April 11, 1850, has been excise commis- slouer; wife Mary N. Conroe, of Summit, married December 8, 1874; children two-James aud a haby. Parents, James and Mary A. Wharton.
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PERSONAL STATISTICS.
Wharton John, p o Charlotteville, farmer. 95 acres, born In Summit January 28, 1819, settled on present farm In 1851, bns been assessor, commissioner, and overneer : first wife Lancy Lnpe; secood wife i'ru- denco A. Lape; children two-Elia Sloot and Anna Fox. Father, John Wharton, came from Enginnd and eettied in Summit abont 1508.
Wharton Robert. p o Richmoudville, farmer and brick manufacturer, 200 acres, born in Greene county January 11, 1811. settled in county fu 1819; hrother to Ilirum. Fntber, Johu Wharton, come from Enginud when sixteen years of age. Wife of Iliram, Is Louian Neer; childreu one-C'Inra E.
Whartou Willinn, p o Summit, dalry farmer, 140 acres, born in Summit December 23, 1833, settled on present farm In 1872, has been commissioner of Highways; first wife Cbarlotto ilindn; secund wife Valetta Gallup; chlidren one-Foster. Fnther, Edward Whartou, settled lu Summit In 1815.
WRIGHT.
Becker Daniel, p o Gallupville, former, 300 acres, born In county In 1820. Father, Jncut Becker, wns born In 178%, dled In 1867; wife Elizabeth Spntlesholts, of county, born lu 1788, married In 1809, died in 1878; children thirteen, living nine.
Becker David, p p o Gallupville, farmer, 80 ncres, born In ouuuty in 1799; wife Elizabeth Salsbury, of county, boru in 1805, marrled in 1822; children elx.
Beoker Davld R., farmer, 110 acres, born In Wright In 1831, has been aseeesor; wife Mary Becker, of county, born In 1840, married in 1863; children six. Par- cnts, George aud Elizabeth (Hiltz) Becker. Grand- father, William Becker, wue born on farm now oc- cupled by David R., which then contained 400 neree, and was purchased before the Rovolution.
Becker Gideou E , p o Gallupville.
Beoker John W., p o Gallupvllie, farmer, 102 acres, born In county in 1826; wife Elizabeth M., daughter of Jncub aud Haunah Hiitsley, of county, born in 1830. In
marrled 1819; children Que - Davld E. Parenta, Davld nnd Eliznbell: (Saln- bury) Becker. David E. was boru lu couuty lu 1851; wife Julia Seare, of county, married In 1878. Becker Minor, p o West Berne, farmer, horn in county In 1829, has been town collector; wife Elizabeth Sternbergb, of Albauy county, marrled In 1811; children slx.
Blanchard Levl, p o Gallupvllie, farmer, born In county In 1835; wite Cordella Rider, of couuty, boru In 1840, married lu 1862; cblidren three-Ward, Eugene, aud Mary B. Parents, Lebioue and Rboda (Duel) Blanchard. Graudfather, Ahner Duel, was born In Rhode Island In 1755, came to county lu 1797, dlod In 1857.
Cheeebro Sbermau, p o Gallupvlile, former, born in Albany county In 1839. settled lu couuty In 1842; wife Sallie Armstrong, of Albany county, born In 1839, mnr- rled lu 1858; children three-Audrew A., Ambrosa, and J. W. Father, Ambrosn Chesebro.
Cullings Peter, p o Gallupville.
Davideon Samuel, p o Gallupvlile.
Davle Samuel, p o Gallupvlile, 120 acres, born in county In 1883, hae been supervisor; wife Mnry Gage, of Tiogn county, married In 1856. Fnther, Peter Davis, nf county, born In 1787, died January 15, 1863; wife Margaret Youug, of Albany county, born in 1798, married in 1816, died April 15, 1876.
Dearlug Ellas, p o Gallupville. farmer, 168 acres, boru In county In 1820; wife Margaret, daughter of David and Elizabeth Becker, born In 1822, married in 1814; children one-Elmina, born In 1847. Parents, Frederick and Catbarlne Dearing, born In Duobess county In 1775, came to county In 1283, died In 1869.
Devoe Jacob I., p o Gallupville, farmer, 160 acres, born in Albany county in 1803, settled In county in 1832, has been nesessor; wife Polly Tigert, of Albany county, born in 1805, married In 1823; children four-Amos, born In 1828, Cntbnrine In 1837, Ellzabetb In 1842, and Morgan In 1846.
Dominio Jobn J, p o Galloprifle. farmer, born In county In 1~11, baa been member of assetsbly, and supervisor, : wila Auna I. Zimmer, born lo coun. ty in 1813, married In 1M3 chi ilren two-Eloles andl Neli. l'arente, Peter and Elizabeth (C'amp- belli Dominle.
Frink Eugene, po Gallupyllie, farmer. 20 acres, born in connty in 1&1%; wite Sarah Flensburgb, of county. born in 195, married in 14.0; oblidren two-l'ar. ents, Charles and Jiaria Frink, of county.
Frink Jacoh. p o Galluprilie, farmer, 216 sores, born In connty in I: first wife Harriet %immer, of conuty. married in 1-62, died In 15.1; children two-Charles and Albert ; second wife bopbla Zim- mer of county, married in IN;d. Father, Charles Frink, owned and run the Galinpriile mill previous to 1%3%.
Fiansburg Henry. p n Cialiupville, retired farmer, owna and operates a custom and saw·tulil on Fox creek, first mili was built about 50 years ago, and the present one a few years since by Gal up & Wheeler, born In Albany county, August 20, 1811, settled in county In 1838; wife Jeanette Rosekrans, of Albany county. married in 1×37; children alx. .
Frink Jabez, p o Gallupvilla.
Gallup Charies, p o Gallupville, undertaker, born In county In 1812 has been Justice of peace and town clerk; wife ('brlstina A. Becker, nf county, married in 1-61; childrentwo. Father, ThomasJ Gallup, born In Connecticut, came to county in 1813, dled in 1KM,
Griffeth Davld O., p o Quaker Street, farmer, 91 acres, born in county in 1811; wife Melissa flarden, of ficheneo- tady county, married in 1×07. cblidrea four-Ada I., born in 1809, Horace S., In 1871, Florence and Flora (twins) born in 1876. Father, Stephen Grif- fetb, born In Schenectady county in 1911, came to county in 1838; wife Susan Sonies, born In Mont- gomery county In 1816; children two-Amanda M., born in 1885, and David O., In 1814.
Hlaverly Thendore. p o Gallnprlife, farmer, born In county In 1835, has been town collector; wlte Nancy Richard, of county, born in 1841, married in 1900; children Three. Parenta Jacob I. and Catbariso Haverly, the intter a daughter of ira and Catha- rine Rickard.
1Inverly Jacob 1., p o Gallupville, farmer, 80 acres, born la Albany county, June 8, 1809, settled in connty in 1816; wife Cathariue Rickard, of county, born In 1814, married Janusry 80, 1832; chlidren nina. Father, Chrlatjohn Ilaveriy. of Albany oounty, set- tled in county in 1816, died In 1-65. aged 77 years; wife, Hlaunal Haveriy, married in 146, died in 1St7, aged 79 years.
Hill John S., p u Gailnpville, farmer, 120 acres, born in county In 1:30; wife Mary E. Clykeman, born lu 1510, mar- ried in 1:36; children eleven.
Hotnling Dr. John, p o Gallupville, physician and surgeon, was graduated from Albany Medical College In 1863, born In Bethlehem, Albany county, in 1507. settled in county In 1-63; wife Selind E. Zeb, of county, born in 1813, married in 1864; children two.
Hunting Fletcher, p o Gallupvilie, farmer, 00 acres, born in connty in 12; wife Jane VanAuken, of Albany county. married In 1836; children three-Esteila, Viola, born in Illinois, and May L., born in Albany county. Father. Joseph, was son of Joseph Hunt- Ing, who was hora in Long Island, and settled in county In 1770.
Hunting Ambrose R., p o Galiuprlile, farmer, born in Wright in 1833, bas been school commissioner and super- visor: first wife Amanda Severson, of Albany county, born In 1837, married in 1/09, dled In 1565; chlidren two-William J . and Edward F .; second wife Melissa Northrup of county, born In 1KA, married in 1969; children one-Florence A., born In 1880. Father, Joseph Ii. Hunting, of county.
Ilunting Joseph, pn Gallupville, born in connty In 1806; wife Mary A. Chesebro, of Albany county, born in 1811. married In April, 189; children two-Fletcher and Ambrose R. Father, Joseph Hunting. of Long Island, settled in oounty before 1:00, died In 1845.
Kelsch Jacob, p o Galinprille, general merchant, born in Germany In 1833, settled in county in 1×54, has been justice of peace and town clerk ; wife Snsan Knis- kern, of county, married In 1868; children one- George W.
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HISTORY OF SCHOHARIE COUNTY.
Markham Prof. C. E., professor of music, horn in Fulton in 1843. Father Alden Markham, of Otsego county, born In 1817, came to county in 1810, died in 1866; wife Catharine D. Cook, of county, horn In 1824, marrled in 1842, diod In 1864; children four-C. E., Asher, born in 1818, Luther iu 1851, and Libbie in 1857.
Martin Peter, p o Gallupville, farmer, 110 acres, born in county In 1830; wife Melinda Sebell, of county, born lu 1841. married lui 1859; children one-Bertha N. Father, John Martin, born in Albany county in 1800, came to county iu 1803, died In 1861; wife Hannai Zimmer, of county.
Mattice James, p o Gallupville.
McDonnel Benjamin, p o Gallupville, farmer, 43 acres, born In Albany county February 19, 1810, settled in county in 1835; wife Sailie Forsytbe, of county, born May 18, 1819, married in 1838; children one- Oliver, born fu 1839, Is a watch and clock repairer; wife Fannie A. Jobnson, of Greene county, mar- ried In 1870; children one-Frank J.
Packard Samuei T , p o Gallupvilio, born in Grafton, New Hampshire, in 1807, settled in county In 1832; first wife Julia A. Joues, dled; second wife Phebe Shaf- fer, of county, married In 1858.
Paimer George E., p o Gallupville, born in Albany county in 1831, settied iu county in 1861, married February 4, 1858.
Piank Oliver F., p o Gallupville, deaier in bsrdware and farming implements, horn in Wright in 1837, has been postmaster; first wife Emily A. Iluhhie, of county, horn iu 1840, married in 1861, dled In 1873, children one-Edwin; second wife Mary West, of county, marrled in 1875; children ono-Kate. Fatber, James Piank, born in Greene county, set- tled iu county at an early day, and dled in 1874.
Piugh Jacob II., p 0 Gallupville, born in Albany county June 24, 1821, settied In county in 1841; wife Christina McCarty, of county, horn In 1830, married Jannary 1, 1842; children two-Gran- ville, born in October, 1853. and John M., horn in 1854. Parents, John aud Margaret (Sybie) Plugh.
Posson Chester, p o Gallupville, farmer, 229 acres, born In county In 1821, has heen supervisor and assessor; wife Dorothy Zimmer, of county, horn in 1823, married in 1845; children four-Mellnda. Emma, Wesley and Etta. Father, l'eter Posson. of Duchess county ; wife Ann West, of county. Wes- ley Posson was horn in 1847; wife Sarah, daughter of Lyman Baker, of county, married in 1868; chil- dren three-Edwin, Fanny, and Ellis.
Posson Harvey L., p o Gallupville, farmer, born in county in 1854; wife Betsey E. Ilulbert, of county. born in 1855, married in 1878; children one-Effa. Par- ents, Rufus and Mary J. (Lemon) Posson.
Rickard George E, farmer, 340 acres, horn in county in 1812, died March 19, 1880; first wife Hannah Haver- ly, died leaving four children; second wife Louisa Snyder, of county, born In 1820, married June 27, 1847; children elght.
Righter William H., farmer, 135 acres, horn In Columbia county in 1836, settled in county in 1837; wife Sophia M., daughter of John and Elizabeth Miller, of county, horn In 1840, married in 1860; children three-Henrietta, Libble, and John S. Parents, Stickle and Polly Righter, of Columbia county,
Righter Jonas, p o Quaker Street, farmer, 157 acres, born in Columbia county in 1833, settied In county in 1837; wife Ellzaheth Hayes, of county, born in 1836, married in 1864; children three-Gertrude, Will- iam, and Mary E. Parents, Stickie and Polly Righter, of Columbia county.
Righter John S., p o Gailupvilie.
Scheii Danlei, p o Galiupvlile, farmer, 120 acres, horn in county In 1811; wife Margaret Steiner, of Albany county, born in 1822, married in 1841, died in 1866; chlidren five. Parents, Peter and Sophla Scheli.
Scheil David, p o Gallupvilie, farmer, and runs a saw-mill, born in Wright In 1801; wife Hannah, daughter of David Becker, born in 1802, married In July, 1821, dled Octoher 7, 1880; children elght, living five- Seneca L., Sophla, Margaret, Malinda, and Maria. Father, Peter Schell. Grandparents came from Germany at an early day.
Scheil Simeon, p o Galiupville, retired gentleman, born In county in 1831; wife Julia A. Sand, married in 1861; children one-a son. Father, Wliliam N., son of Frederick Scheil.
Schoolcraft Peter P., p o Gailupviile, retired farmer. 170 acres, has heeu member of assembly; wife Chris- tina Becker, of county, born In 1815, marrled in 1835; children four-Amanda M,, Eve M., Sberman M., and 1da May.
Stephens Ira, p o Gallupvllie, stone mason, born in Wright In 18227, has heen town collector; wife Ailda H. Sheldon, of Schenectady county, born In 1832, married in 1852; children slx. Parents, Eliphalet and Marcla Stephens; children fifteen-of whom Ira was the youngest. Grandparents wero from Stonington, Connecticut.
Swann Miner.p o Gallupville, farmer, born in Albany county In 1834, settled in county In 1844, has held severai town offices; wife Catharine Zimmer, of county, born In 1835, married in 1856; children one-John A, born in 1877. Father. Johu Swan, of Albany county. born in 1793, came to county in 18+1. died in January, 1876; wife Mary Coe, horn In 1792, mar- ried in 1818; childron two-Minor, and Peter born in 1819.
Treddenyer William, po Gallupville, farmer, 96 acres, born in Germany In 1819, settlod iu county in 1810; wife Margaret, Bush, of county, born In 1835; children three-Willlam H., born in 1857, Celia, in 1861, and Elmer, in 1823.
Walden Hiram, Jr., p o Gallupville, retired gentleman, horn in county in 182; wife Elmira D. Zimmer, of county, married In 1880. Father, Hiram Walden, was born in Vermont In 1800, came to couuty in 1805, died in 1880; wife Sophla Dominac, of county, horn in 1802, married In 1822.
Weidman Peter I., p o Gallupville, farmer, 92 acres, born in Albany county in 1815, settled in connty in 1818; wife Edith Hotaling, of Albany county, born in 1820, marrled in 1841; chilldren two-Danlei, born in 1842, and Albert, born In 1851. Father, Jacob W. Weidinan, died in 1851; wife Elizabeth Weid- man, died in 1847.
Zeh Dr. Ira, physician and surgeon, horn in Aihany couuty in 1820, dled in 1872; wifo Christina Litebrant of county, born in 1829, married in September, 1851; children three-Anna M., Lama, and Edgar. Peter and Elizabeth (Zeh) Litebrant, parents of Chris- tina.
Zeb Aifred, p o Gailupville, general custom miller, born in Albany county In 1835, settled in county In 1836; wife Rebecca Holenheck, of county, married in 1862; children two-Minnie, born in 1864, and Clarence, born in 1873. Mill Is located on Fox's creek, is 2X stories, 40 hy 40 feet, has four run of stone, 75 horse power, aud is a first-class mlll.
Zimmer Peter F., dealer In stoves, tin, and hardware, horu iu county in 1825, has heen town clerk; first wife M. J. Chamberlin, of Rensselaer county, married iu 1857, died in 1868; children cne-n daughter; second wife Anna F. Zeh, married in 1870.
Zimmer John G., farmer, 200 acres, born in couuty In 1792; wife Margaret Bassler, of county, horn in 1794, married in 1815; chlidren five, living two-Elmira and Lavlna. Great-grandfather, Jacob Zimmer, was horn in Germany, settled in connty at an early date, and was the owuer of Lawyer and Zimmer patent.
Zimmer John J., p o Gallupvilie, farmer, horn in county in 1825; wife Christlna N. Zlinmer. of county, married in 1861; children six. Parents, John and Elizabeth (Schoolcraft) Zimmer. Christina was daughter of Adam P. and Catharine Zimmer.
Zimmer John A., p o West Berne, fariner, 117 acres, born in county in 1821; wife Harriet Iloughtailing, of county, born in 1825, married in 1842: children three-Rebecca. Minor G., and Ada. Minor G. was born in 1858; wife Evallna Zimmer, born in 1861, married In 1880.
Zimmer Jacob N., p o Galinpville, farmer and horse farrier, horn in county June 30, 1814, has heen justice of peace and justice of sessions; wife Leah, daugh- ter of David and Elizabeth Rickard, born in 1818, marrled in 1835, died November 11, 1864; chiidren thirteen, living twelve. Father, John Jost Zim- mer, born In county in 1784: wife Magdaiene War- her. Grandfather, Adam Zimmer, was a Revolu- tlonary soidler.
Zimmer Minor. p o Galiupvllle, farmer, 230 acres, born in Wright In 1832, has heen collector of town; wife Hannalı E. Becker, of county, born in 1835, married in 1853; children two-Austin V., horn In 1855, married Emma Marseilis, of county; aud Manford. Parents, John W. and Catharine Zimmer.
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