History of Stark County, with an outline sketch of Ohio, Part 140

Author: Perrin, William Henry, d. 1892? ed
Publication date: 1881
Publisher: Chicago, Baskin & Battey
Number of Pages: 1060

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ABRAHAM BOWMAN, farmer; P. O. Mas- sillon; was born Dec. 15, 1813, in Franklin Co., Penn .; his father was Abraham Bowman, who was twice married -first to Barbara

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Hershey, by whom he had six children Catharine, Jacob, John, Barbara. Benjamin and Abraham. His second marriage was to Christina Crider, by whom he had ton chil- dren. The great grandfather of our subject was a native of Baden, and emigrated to Lan- caster Co., Penn., in an early day: two of his sons were captured by the Indians and taken to their tribe and tied to trees. but escaped. and returned uninjured to their homes. The Bowman family came West in 1829, locating in the northeast part of Tuscarawas Town- ship, on 160 acres. Abraham, the father of our subject, died in the spring of 1853; he was an upright man, a worthy citizen. and a zealous member of the U. B. Church. The subject of those lines, since he was 16 years of age. has been a constant resident of the township. In December, 1838, he married Susanna Kohr. a native of Washington Co., Md., born June 13, 1815, daughter of Christian and Elizabeth (Thomas) Kohr. The family emigrated West to Tuscarawas County about the year 1536. Nine children were born them, but tive of whom are living-John, Christian, Samuel. Polly and Mrs. Bowman. After Mr. Bowman was married. he purchased land on Sec. 16, this township, upon which he lived fifteen years. In 1854. he purchased the farm he now owns, on See. 1. consisting of 96 acres. He has seven children living, viz .. Mary, at home: John and Benjamin. in La Salle Co., Ill .; Samuel. in Carroll Co., Iowa: Abram H .. Susan, and Charles, who resides with his brothers in Illinois. Mr. Bowman and wife are members of the U. B. Church, he having been identified with that body for forty years.

AZARIAH CHARLTON. farmer; P. O. Pigeon Run: was born Sept 15. 1811, in Bed- ford Co., Penn .: his parents were Thomas and Elizabeth (McClain) Charlton, both natives of Pennsylvania. The grandfather of Azariah was a native of Ireland: his family of children consisted of Robert, Isaac, John. Samuel, Will- iam, Joseph, Polly, Fannie, Hannah and Bet- sey. Elizabeth, the mother of Azariah, was a daughter of Azariah McClain, who emigrated from Maryland to Bedford Co., Penn., when the country was now and sparsely populated. The names of the children born Thomas Charl- ton and wife were John, Azariah, Henrietta,

William and Isaac. Azariah was bereft of a father's care at an early age, and was in a manner raised by his uncle, William McClain, who was very rigid with his nephew; so he left him at 20, and cared for himself. In 1833. he came to this county, direct to Sugar Creek Township, where he has since lived. Upon his arrival here, he had no means, but worked out by the day or month, and turned his attention to any employment that was to be had. His unele, Isaac, had preceded him to this township several years. Azariah had three brothers who came West, but none of them located in this county. JJohn came first to Fairfield County: afterward settled in Allen County. William came also afterward, and was killed in a saw-mill. Isaac came after- ward to Portsmouth, where he died of cholera three days after his arrival. Azariah at length saved sufficient means to enable him to pur- chase 40 acres, which he kept for three years, then purchased St acres, which he kept about ten years. About this year, he purchased the farm he now owns, located in the south part of Tuscarawas Township, in the southwest quarter of Sec. 35. consisting of 107 acres, which was settled by Samuel Slusser. After living a bachelor many years, he married. in June, ISSO, Mrs. Elizabeth Walton, whose maiden name was Augustine, a native of Co- lumbiana Co., Ohio. The children born to Azariah McClain were six John, Samuel, William, Polly Sarah and Elizabeth the mother of Azariah.

MRS. GEORGE CRIDER farming: P. O. Pigeon Run. The Crider family are also prominent among the early arrivals of Stark County. The family have different spellings of the name some spelling it with a . K" others with a "C," yet. nevertheless, it is the same name: all of the different families of the name sprung from the same family head. Mr. George Crider, now deceased, was born in this township April 22, 1821: he bore his father's name. George Crider. Sr., was one of the number who, with others, left their Penn- sylvania home, and, in order to better their condition, east their lots with those hardy men who braved the hardships and privations in order that they might secure to themselves and families homes and a heritage. Mr. Cri-

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der was married, in November, 1853, to Chris- tiana Saurbaugh, born Sept. 27, 1828, in this township, daughter of Philip and Polly (Wol- gamod) Saurbaugh, who were natives of Penn- sylvania, born Nov. 22, 1799, and Jan. 31, 1802, and were married in December, 1823, the fruits of which were five children-Eliz- abeth, Sarah, Christian, Henrietta and Ab- salom. Philip Saurbaugh died Nov. 6 1868, aged 68 years 11 months and 14 days; his wife died the same month and day eight years previous, aged 58 years 9 months and 6 days. Subsequent to the marriage of Mr. and Mrs. Crider, they located on the farm situated on the west half of the northeast quarter of Sec. 34. Here Mr. Crider spent the remainder of his days: his death occurred Nov. 6, 1880. During his life, he was an honest and upright man, a good citizen and a Christian gentle- man, having been for many years a worthy member of the Reformed Church, and Deacon of the same; he was a man of intelligence, a great reader, and of sound information. He left a wife and two children to mourn his loss, who remain on the homestead. The children are Mary A. and Harvey H .; are members of the church of their father's choice.

JACOB CHRISTMAN, farmer; P. O. West Brookfield; was born Aug. 10, 1826, in West- moreland Co., Penn., the youngest of a family of five children who came to maturity. His parents were Jacob and Mary (Houck) Christ- man. The grandfather of our subject was named Jacob, and was a Revolutionary soldier. Mary Houck was a daughter of Jacob Houck, who was likewise a soldier in the Continental army, serving through the entire struggle. To Jacob Christman. Sr .. were born seven chil- dren, but four living-John, Elizabeth, Will- iam and Jacob. To Jacob Houck were born George, Elizabeth, Esther, Susan, Mary Mag- dalina and Jacob. Our subject was reared to agrienltural pursuits. Sept. 2, 1851, he mar- ried Caroline Fisens, who was born in 1829, in Unity Tp., Westmoreland Co .. Penn., daughter of John and Annie Penrod Fiscus. Mr. Christman emigrated West in the fall of 1851, locating in Tuscarawas Township, pur- chasing the farm he now owns, on Sec. 15, consisting of 160 aeres, upon which place he has since lived, and improved the same. so

that now it is one of the best farms in the neighborhood, having now 204 acres, with the best of improvements thereon. The bricks for his spacious residence were made from the material upon his farm, which he made and burned for use. His family consists of wife and three children-Silas, now in Henry Co., Ohio; Mary and Edward F., at home. His wife and children are members of the Presby- terian Church; his parents were of the Lu- theran Church. Since Greeley's time, Mr. Christman has been identified with the Re- publican party.

WILLIAM CHRISTMAN, farmer; P. O. Massillon; was born in Westmoreland Co., Penn .. the only son born to Henry Christ- man and Susana Bash. He was born July 29, 1801, in Westmoreland County, son of John Jacob Christman. Susana was born July 26, 1800, daughter of Martin Bash. They were married Oct. 24, 1822; came West to Ohio in October, 1850, locating on the northwest quarter of Sec. 14. To them were born five children; four came to maturity- Sarah, who married John Harshey and set- tled in Wayne Co., Ohio; William; John J. died in 1863; Martha M., the wife of John L. Steele. William was married, March 16, 1852, to Lavina Felger, born in Wayne County March 23, 1832, daughter of Jacob and Sus- ana Lauffer Felger; has since resided on the farm; has six children- - Samuel, Susanna, James and Jane (twins), William F. and Henry J. The mother died in June, 1881: the father is yet living, and has been a member of the Reformed Church since 19 years of age; cast his first vote for Jackson. William is a mem- ber of his father's church, and of the same politics.

JOSEPH ECKROADE, farmer; P. O. East Greenville; is among the self-made men of this township. He is a native of Berks Co., Penn .. born Oet. 28, 1SOS, being the eldest child born to his parents. The father of Jo- seph was Christian Eckroade, a shoemaker by trade. son of George, who was born near Philadelphia. Penn. Ellen, the mother of Joseph. was born in the State of New York, and was the daughter of John Ireley, a native of Germany. Joseph remained with his father until he was 2 years past his majority, being

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in his father's employ; then, leaving home, he worked several years in the coal works at Pottsville, and while there was married to Elizabeth. daughter of George Singley, and with her removed West to Ohio in 1833, making a sojourn of several months near Bristol. Wayne Co., from which place he came to Canal Fulton, Lawrence Tp., in 1834. For three years after he was married, he had neither bedstead, chairs nor tablo, using in their st .id such substitutes as old boxes and other arti- «les improvised for the occasion, having no means to buy even the most common neces- saries. For three years, in lieu of a wagon. he use I a sled made of saplings, until circum- stances afforded him a vehicle more in accord- ance with his tastes. He began by renting a small piece of ground; saving a little each year, he at last purchased 10 acres, which he had rented for eighteen consecutive years. sub- sequently adding to it piece by piece, until he acquired a snug farm. He lived in this town- ship until 1857, when he sold his farm and purchased 160 acres located in the southeast quarter of Sec. 5, where he has since remained, and is now in excellent financial condition. He has been thrice married, his first wife bear- ing him tive children: those living are Susan, Catharine. Henry and Jacob. He was mar- ried a second time, to Keziah Klinedinst, a native of Maryland: she bore him four chil- dren Mary E., Frank, Corwin and Charles. His last wife was Mrs. Sarah MeCormick whose maiden name was Fullmer: by her he has three children Ettie May, Cora B. and Harry Web- ster. Mr. Eekroade is a member of the Ger- man Lutheran Church. His farm consists of 164 acres.

D. ERB. farmer; P. O. West Brookfield. David Erb was born May 29, ISIS; is a native of Lancaster Co .. Penn. Joseph Erb, his father, was twice married - first, to Sarah Bow- man, who bore him five children. His second marriage, to Sarah Browers, resulted in an addition of six, of whom David was the oldest. The grandfather of David was Messick Erb. to whom were born five children, viz .. John. Esther. Elizabeth, Catharine and Joseph. To Joseph and Sarah Erb were born David, Susan, Elizabeth, Samuel. Rachel and Catharine: Catharine and Elizabeth died in girlhood.

Joseph Erb was a shoemaker by trade, and, being a man of small means, could not give his children such advantages as he desired. David left home when young, and at the age of 16 went to learn the shoemaker's trade, completing the same at the age of 20; after- ward worked three years at journey work, thon engaged in the business for himself. In April, 1953, he joined the tide of emigration West ward to Ohio: came first to Dalton, Wayne Co., but, remaining but a few months, came to this township, where he had previously purchased 50 acres, situated on the north half of the northeast quarter of Sec. 15, for which he paid $40 per acre. He has now a good farm. with excellent buildings thereon, all of which. with the exception of $609.60, which came by legacy, he has made himself: has a coal-mire on his farm, which yields him an extra income. His marriage, in September, 1851, to Mary Yost (who was born in Wur- temberg, Germany, daughter of John Yost), has been crowned with four children, who are Franklin, Henry. Melinda (now the wife of Charles Lyons, of this township) and John. Heury resides in Baughman Tp., Wayne Co., Ohio: John and Franklin. at home. Mr. Erb's father died Ang. 5. 1551; his mother, in Sep- tember, 1852. Mr. Erb is a Republican.

JOHN H. FISHER, farmer: P. O. Massil lon; was born in Lebanon Co., Penn .. Jannary 27, IS26, being the fourth child born to Henry and Sarah ( Meiley) Fisher; he was a son of John Peter Fisher, who married a Huber, both of Lebanon County: to them were born Philip, Peter. David, Henry. Sarah, Rebecca, Mary Louisa. Sarah was a daughter of Emanuel Meiley, who had born to him Emanuel, Will- iam, George, Samuel, John H., Joseph, Charles, Mary, Catharine, Susan, Sarah and Elizabeth. John Fisher. the great-uncle of John H., served in the war of the Revolution. The children born to Henry and Sarah (Meiley) Fisher were Maria, wife of JJeremiah Strayler, of Lebanon County: Susan, wife of John Forrey. of the same county; Sarah, Mrs. Henry Blanch, of same place; Elizabeth mar- ried Abram Kaufman. of the same county and State: Henry, at the homestead; and John H., who resides at Tuscarawas. Henry Fisher was a wagon-maker by trade; he was a poor

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man, and was unable to give his children a start in the world. John H. left home at 19 to learn the cabinet-maker's trade; came to Ohio in 1847, and worked at his trade in var- ious places -Cincinnati, Louisville, and other places-and came to Lebanon in 1855, where he started in business, which he continued until 1868, when he came to this township and bought SS aeres of land on See. 23, south- west quarter, entered by Biddlecome; Mr. Fisher has since remained on the farm. In February, 1850, he married Mary A. Keifer, born in 1831, in Lebanon Co., Penn., daughter of Frederick and Sarah Snyder. Mr. Fisher has seven children, viz., Henry, David, Louisa (who married C. H. Bender, in Allegan Co., Mich.), Sarah, Mary. John H. and Elizabeth. For several years past, Mr. Fisher has been a member of the Board of Education, and served as Township Trustee: is a member of Perry Lodge, A., F. & A. M. Mr. Fisher is a self- made man.

A. R. HANNA, farmer: P. O. Greenville; was born in June, 1833, in Wayne Co., Ohio, and came to this township with his parents about the year 1838, who located on the north- west quarter of Sec. 17. Here our subject has since remained. Jan. 13, 1857, he mar- ried Mary J. Cook, born Jan. 12, 1836, in Dalton, Wayne Co., Ohio, daughter of Asa and Mary (Campbell) Cook, both natives of Wayne County. To Mr. and Mrs. Hanna have been born seven children, viz., Charles, the eldest, was drowned, May 31, 1881. while bathing in Bell Creek, Buurt Co., Neb .; Ella M. (called " Mamie ") resides in Burt Co., Neb., wife of S. A. McDowell; Hulda B., Willie A., Frank A., Ella and Earl C., at home. Mr. Hanna has a farm of 100 acres: is one of the | Board of Directors of the County Agricultural Society: also a member of the Horticultural Society: is a member of the Presbyterian Church, and one of the Elders of the same. The Hanna family are emphatically Repub liean. The parents of the above were Archi- bald and Mary Ramage. He was born Feb. 12, 1790, in Washington Co., Penn., son of Samuel Hanna, who removed with his family to Harrison County in 1802, and was one of the early settlers in that locality, and one of the pioneer members of the Crab Apple Church.

His son, Archibald, entered college in 1810, and completed his collegiate course in 1815; then began the study of Hebrew under Rev. John Walker, and the study of theology under John Rea, D. D. April 4, 1816, he married Mary Ramage, who was born Oct. 23, 1796, in Washington Co., Penn .: she was a woman of rare beauty, energy and mental vigor. She died April 23, 1859, leaving nine sons and three daughters Samuel, Joseph and James were ministers, and graduates of Jefferson College: Joseph has a pastorate in Oregon; James, in Center Co., Iowa; Newton died Jan. 20, 1864, in Nashville, Tenn .: was a member of Co. I. 76th O. V. I .: Alexander resides in Iowa; John, in Ashland County, this State; Maria is the wife of Rev. D. R. Colmery ; Jerry, in Licking Co., Ohio; Belle resides in Kansas City, wife of J. M. C. Wilson; Calvin, in Engene City, Ore .: A. R., on the home- stead. In 1818, Archibald Hanna, the father of our subject, was licensed to preach by the Ohio Presbytery, and removed to Wayne Co., Ohio, in 1819, where he had charge of three ehmches-Mt. Eaton, Pigeon Run and Fred. ericksburg; in 1820, was ordained Pastor of the same, having full charge: after several years, he resigned Mt. Eaton and gave all his time to Fredericksburg, preaching at Dal- ton also for many years: he was one of the pioneer ministers of Wayne and Stark Coun- ties, and preached the truth with earnestness and simplicity: many, through his instru- mentality, were led to turn from the error of their ways and seek salvation. He settled on the land now oeenpied by his son, A. R., in 1838, which he cleared up, and remained ou the same until called to his reward; his death occurred June 9. 1875, in his 86th year. Thus passed away an upright man and devoted Christian, "and his works doth follow him."

EMANUEL HORNBERGER, farmer: P. O. Massillon; is a native of Lancaster Co., Penn., boru Oct. 15, 1812, son of John Horn- berger and Leah Ramp. Emanuel came West to this township in 1837, his father having preceded him two years, locating on the land now owned by the subject of this sketch, which was purchased of David Gaff, who obtained it direct from the Government; said farm con- sisted of SO acres. To John Hornberger were

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born Benjamin, now deceased; Polly, who re- sides in Indiana, the wife of Isaac Gramling; Elizabeth, deceased, was the wife of Mr. Boon; Susan, married John Lichley, now of San- dusky County: John, now deceased; Isaac, now resides in De Kalb Co., Ind. Emanuel has remained on the homestead farm since his first occupancy, and has, by diligence and economy, increased his first possessions until he now has, in all, 273 acres of land. His father died in 1851. Mr. Hornberger was married. in 1837, to Annie Hurdman, a native of Lancaster County, who was a daughter of Theophilus Hurdman. The children of our subject are Eliza, Mrs. William Hullinger, of Perry Township; Caroline, Mrs. Joseph Coller, residing in De Kalb Co., Ind .; Elias died in 1875, leaving four children; Samuel resides on the home farm; Harriet is the wife of Hiram Overderf: Lewis, at home; Annie, now he wife of Frank Umbenhour. of Massil- lon. Farming has been the business that has occupied Mr. Hornberger's attention since his location in the county. and is successful; his home farm, situated on the southeast quarter of Sec. 23. He is not a member of any sect or denomination, but is a Democrat in politics.

JOSEPH HASSLER, deceased: was born July 16, 1816, in Franklin Co., Penn., a son .of Joseph, who was the son of Joseph, sup- posed to be a native of Germany. The mother of Joseph, onr subject, was Mary Stump ; they had a family of six children Elizabeth, Polly. Rebecca, John, Joseph and Daniel. Joseph (third) came to this township from Franklin Co .. Penn., in March, 1838, and. having been out two years previous to that time, concluded to locate on the land now owned by Mrs. Hassler. He was married, April 25. 1838, to Charlotte Poorman, born May 12, 1820, in Franklin Co., Penn., the ninth child born to her parents, Peter and Mary (Richards) Poorman. After his mar- riage, he located on land and lived in a log cabin four years: remained on this farm until his death, March 27, 1875; was a member of the Reformed Church, and Elder of the same for thirty years. He was a man of great benevolence, giving freely to charitable causes; was an Old-Line Whig, but latterly a zealous Republican. He had a family of twelvechil-

dren, eleven of whom are living-Mary A., Mrs. Charles Finkler, in Massillon: Melissa R., Mrs. John Shilling, of this township; John P., of this township; Hadessa A., Mrs. Dallas Oberlin, this township; Lucinda, Mrs. William Beavers, this township; Eliza, dead; Rev. Anson L., minister at Pulaski, Williams Co .; Alice O., wife of Calvin MeDowell, this township: Ida C., wife of Rev. Silas Mase; Lottie E., Emma J. and Cora B., at home. Mrs. Hassler has 92 acres of land, with ex- cellent buildings thereon; she is a member of the Reformed Church, as well as are all the family, except one, the youngest. There are over forty in the family, including sons-in- law and children, and doing well in life.

JOHN P. HASSLER, farmer; P. O. Mas- sillon; was born on the homestead, in this township, April 3, 1814, the third child born to Joseph and Charlotte Poorman. He re- mained at home until 23 years of age, when he was joined in wedlock with Melissa Har- mon, which event was duly celebrated March 7, 1867; she was born in this township, dangh- ter of John Harmon and Maria Brady, who were natives of Pennsylvania. To them were born eleven children: those who grew up were Mary E., Louisa C., Amelia A., Rebecca J., Clara C., Melissa, John and Washington; the two last-mentioned served as soldiers in the 76th O. V. I., John serving three years; Washington died on the battle-field. The par- ents died in 1861, in October, and in 1853, respectively. They were members of the Re- formed Church. Since his marriage, he has resided on his farm, consisting of 75 acres ou the northeast quarter of Sec. 28, which was formerly owned by his father-in-law; has one child, William J. Mr. Hassler and wife are members of the Reformed Church.

SYLVESTER HIGERD, carpenter. West Brookfield; was born in Perry Township Ang. 4, 1849; son of Samuel Higerd and Frances Roush. Samuel was born Sept. 13. 1826. in Cumberland Co., Penn. : son of Peter ligerd, whose father was a native of Holland. Frances Roush was a daughter of Frederick; she was born July 11, 1827, in Lancaster Co., Penn., and came West, to Stark County, when she was young. Samuel Higerd came to Ohio about the year 1531, locating in Perry

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Township, in 1840. where he has since resided. Of four children born to Samuel Higerd and wife, Sylvester is the only one living. Maxi- millia, his sister. lived to be grown, and mar- ried B. F. Schwier, and died in 1873. The mother of our subject died in 1865; his fa- ther married the second time. Sylvester re- mained with his father until nearly his ma- jority. At the age of 15. he began work for Russell & Co .; his father. in the meantime, received the benefit of his wages; he remained in Russell's employ until past his majority: he afterward worked nearly two years in the Excelsior works: in 1872, he went to Brook- field, where he has since resided; for several years was engaged at the carpenter's trade. In 1873, he married Sabina Gaddis, who was born Dec. 7, 1850, in this township, daughter of Thomas L. and Elizabeth (McVey) Gaddis, both natives of Pennsylvania. Mr Gaddis came to this township about the year 1835. and for several years served as Justice of the Peace: he died in 1862. and his wife is yet living. Mr. Higerd continued at the carpen- ter's trade until 1880, but since that time has been engaged in running a butcher shop. He was elected Township Clerk in 1879: is Republican in polities, and a member of Sip- po Lodge. I. O. O. F., No. 48: he has three sons - Floyd A., Waldo L. and Clifford R.

SAMUEL KRIDER, Justice of the Peace, Massillon: was born Jan. 23, 1811, in Frank- lin Jo .. Penn .: son of George and Fannie (Hoover) Krider: he was born March 24. 1789: she Dec. 25, 1788: had nine children. seven sons and two daughters. The great- grandfather of our subject came from Ger- many, and the Hoovers from Switzerland. In 1810, George, the grandfather of our subject, came out. with his son. George, and Sarah: the year following, the Maxheimer family came out. George settled on the farm now owned by John Weffler: he died in 1873; he had seven sons and two daughters-Samuel, Jeremiah, Benjamin, John, George, Abraham, Solomon, Sarah and Eliza, the latter, Mrs. A. J. Stohl: Sarah died in Pennsylvania: Sam- nel was raised on the farm, and left home at 19: went to Pennsylvania. and learned the tailor's trade: returned in 1832, and voted for Gen. Jackson: Nov. 26, 1835, he was married

to Ann Augustine, born Jan. 9, 1819, in this township, daughter of Andrew and Elizabeth (Słusser) Augustine. The Augustines were from Maryland, the Slussers from Pennsyl- vania. Three children have been born to him, two of whom are living Benjamin, in White- ley Co., Ind .. and Charles, at home. Mr. Krider has followed his trade, and has 25 acres of land; was elected Justice of the Peace in 1861, and served fifteen years; was School Director for thirty years: has also rep- resented his county in the State Legislature three years: is a member of the Reformed Church. and a Deacon in the same: is a Dem- ocrat, sound and true.

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History of Stark County, with an outline sketch of Ohio, Part 140

Author: Perrin, William Henry, d. 1892? ed Publication date: 1881 Publisher: Chicago, Baskin & Battey Number of Pages: 1060

Author: Perrin, William Henry, d. 1892? ed
Publication date: 1881
Publisher: Chicago, Baskin & Battey
Number of Pages: 1060