History of Summit County, with an outline sketch of Ohio, Part 189

Author: Perrin, William Henry, d. 1892?; Graham, A. A. (Albert Adams), 1848-
Publication date: 1881
Publisher: Chicago, Baskin & Battey
Number of Pages: 1104

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S. FREEMAN, physician. Twinsburg. Among the successful practitioners of materia medica in this county who are self-made, and who have justly merited the success gained, is Dr. Freeman, who was born in Painesville Oct. 1, 1830, to Jeduthan and Sally (Edison) Freeman; Jeduthan's father bore the same 'name as himself, and was of pure English stock: his children were Jesse R., Calvin, Russell, Moody, Jednthan, Lucy and Keziah; Jeduthan was a soldier in the war of 1812; was a blacksmith by trade, which vocation the Doctor became thoroughly versed in during his minority; having a love for the science of medicine, he began a course of reading while at work at his trade; he took his first course of lectures in the school of homœo- pathy in Cleveland, and his last in Chicago; he began practice in 1858 in this township, and has since continued, having a large practice.

DR. L. G. GRISTE, physician, Twinsburg. The Griste family descended from John Griste, the great-great-grandfather of our subject, who came from England to America in 1720, and settled in Norwich, Conn .; he had three children, among whom was John, Jr., born July 31, 1734, married Delight Lathrop, had the following children: George, Charlotte, John and Eunice. George was born Aug. 14, 1772, and married Lois Bradner; had thirteen children, among whom was John B. Griste, the father of our subject, born Nov. 13, 1811 ; married Louisa Hale Aug. 31, 1837; was born April 3, 1813. The fruits of this union was two children-Perry O. and Luman G. Obed Hale, the grandfather of L. G., was born in Enfield, Conn., Oct. 29, 1740. His wife was a Mindevell by name, born in Mass- achusetts May 10, 1741. The Hales are de- scendents of Sir Matthew Hale, the Jurist. John B. Griste came to Ohio in 1833; was a carpenter by trade, he died Ang. 11, 1867; his wife yet survives him. The Doctor was raised to farming. but, at the age of 19, began reading medicine Aug. 7, 1862. Enlisted in Co. E, 105th O. V. I .; after serving in several hotly-contested battles was wounded in the hand, losing his third finger by gunshot. Was discharged Feb. 24, 1864, on account of disability. In November, 1867, married Zil- pha Freeman, born April 6, 1846, in Chagrin Falls; daughter of Jeduthan and Sarah (Edi- son) Freeman. He was born June 9, 1808, in New York: son of Jeduthan of English stock. Sarah Edison was a daughter of Levi and Clarrisa (Moulton) Edison; he was a son of Levi, born in Tolland Co., Conn. His wife was Mary Blodgett; Levi was in the war of 1812, and the father of seven children. To Levi and Clarissa were born twelve chil- dren. In 1869, the Doctor graduated at East- man's College at Poughkeepsie. Served as Town Clerk six years, when he resigned and attended lectures at the College of Homcop- athy at Cleveland. In 1874, began the prac- tice of medicine in Twinsburg, where he has a lucrative practice. Has two children -- Le- Mars and Ethel L.

MRS. LUCIA HAWKINS, farming; is the relict of Joseph A. Hawkins, who was born March 7, 1805, in Litchfield Co., Conn .;

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his father was a native of England, and upon his arrival in America, settled in East Wind- sor, Conn. His children were named Joseph, Hannah and Grant. At the outbreak of the war of 1812, he went out to battle; he died about the year 1817, leaving his wife with seven children, and in straitened circum- stances. Joseph came West about the year 1829 to Hudson Township. Dec. 15, 1831, he married Lucia Pond, who was born March 5, 1815, in Winchester, Conn. Preston and Esther (Whedon) Pond, both natives of Con- necticut. The family came West in 1818, with their ox team, and her father's first loca- tion was on Lot 14, in Twinsburg Township; he was among the first arrivals, there being but about five families in the township at that time. Lucia was one of eight children, viz., Lucia, Harriet, Mary, Sarah, Laura, Julius, Julia and Lewis. Mr. Pond remained in this township but a few years, and then removed to Hudson, where he died about the year 1833. His companion reached the ripe age of 85. | He was a good man, upright and conscien- tious in his dealings, and although not a member of any ecclesiastical order, yet he lived a Christian life. After the marriage of Mr. and Mrs. Hawkins; they lived in Hudson until 1837, when they moved to the southeast- ern part of this township, and engaged in farming. In his early life, he served as Cap- tain in the militia, afterward as Colonel. He was the first to introduce the stock of Devon- shire cattle in this township. Mr. Hawkins died Aug. 12, 1873, having at the time of his death 400 acres of land. The farm was first settled by Lewis Alling. Mr. Hawkins was a member of the Congregational Church, of which his wife is an active representative. There are two sons-Albert W. and Alfred; A. W. resides on homestead.

CHAUNCEY LANE, farmer; P. O. Twins- burg; was born Aug. 31, 1803, in Middlesex Co., Conn., and was the son of Phillip Lane, who was born in Killingworth Jan. 9, 1766, and was married, November, 1795, to Rebina, who was born Nov. 26, 1770, in the same county. To them were born Luman, Henry and Harry, Lovina, Chauncey, Julius, Abner, Harriet, Nathan and Polly. The parents of the above died in Killingworth Jan. 11. 1851,

and June 2, 1850, respectively. Phillip was a son of Joseph, whose father was John, the son of Robert, who emigrated from England about the year 1670. Chauncey remained at home until he passed his majority, when he came West in November, 1828. In February of the following year, he purchased 100 acres of land for $300, on Lot 12. May 31, 1837, he married Phebe Bailey, born Jan, 20, 1811, in Groton, New London Co., Conn., to Asher and Abigail (Smith) Bailey, her father having been born in the same place in December, 1775. He was a son of John, who was one of three brothers, who came from England and settled in Connecticut. Abigail was a daugh- ter of Samuel Smith, who was 16 years of age at the time of the battle of Fort Griswold in Revolutionary times. The Baileys were Congregationalists, and the Smiths Baptists. Mrs. Lane came West to Geauga Co. with her brother in 1836: her parents followed soon after, and settled in Munson, same county. Two children Chauncey P. and Caroline, were born to Mr. and Mrs. Lane. C. P. now re- sides on the farm where he was born Jan. 14, 1844. He married Mary E. Ames, a native of Vermont, and has three children-Carrie, Frank and Eddie, who is now serving as Justice of the Peace. Caroline resides in Minnesota, the wife of Hon. William Fowler. Mr. Lane has a good farm of nearly 100 acres.

ORRIS LEACH, farmer; P. O. Twinsburg: son of Daniel and Anna R. (Bissell) Leach; was born Oct. 18, 1818, among the hills of Hampshire Co., Mass. His father was a son of Daniel, Sr., whose sons were Daniel. Ira. Joseph and Isaiah. Anna Bissell was a daughter of Justus, who served in the war of the Revolution. The Bissell family have all descended from one John, who came from Somersetshire, England, to America in 1628. The parents of Orris died when he was in his minority. His father was a farmer, and was also engaged in the milling business. At the age of 23, Orris came West to Aurora, where he engaged at farm labor. April 28, 1850, he married Sallie M. Blair, who was born Aug. 21. 1819, in Aurora; she was a daughter of Isaac and Rebecca (Taylor) Blair, who were among the early pioneers of that county. Isaac

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Blair was a son of Isaac and Bathsheba (Frost) Blair, to whom were born ten children -- Matthew, Elijah, Elam and Eli (twins), Isaac, Bohan, Mollie, Julia, Anna and Re- becca. To Isaac and Rebecca Taylor Blair were born Mary A., Milton, Emily, Sallie, Carroll, Jane, Louisa, Emeline and Armilla. Isaac served in the war of 1812. Mr. Leach came to Twinsburg in 1851, and for several years was engaged in trading. He moved to his present home in 1870, and has over 160 acres of land where he resides; he also owns 65 acres in Michigan. Mrs. Leach was for twenty-three years a teacher, and taught eleven years in one place. Their children are -Addie, Mrs. L. Hawkins; Bride, Mrs F. L. Haggett; and Manly.

HENRY LIVINGSTON, cheese manufact- urer, Twinsburg; son of Henry and Nancy (Lacore) Livingston; was born April 26, 1830, in Watertown, Jefferson Co., N. Y. His father was a son of Henry Livingston, Sr., who was born in Armagh on the Emerald Isle. Nathaniel was the father of Nancy, he had born to him Nancy, Margaret, Luke, Cleantha, Champion and Jerusha. Henry, the father of our subject, was born about the year 1786, in Ireland, and emigrated to New York in the early part of the present century. He was an Irishman, born of a highly respected family who were among the intelligent class, ranking high in social position. He was identified prominently with the interests both of a local and general character. As a Freemason he ranked high, having advanced from the Blue Lodge to the orders of Knighthood. To him were born seven children, viz., Margaret, Sarah, Henry, J. A., John W., Jane and Will- iam. The family came West to Cleveland Sept. 10, 1837, where the father died soon after. At the age of 16, Henry learned the shoemaker's trade at this place. Dec. 25. 1850, he was married to Laura Done, born in this township May 23, 1832, and the daughter of A. B. and Maria Done, who were from Connecticut, and came West about 1826. Aug. 29, 1864, he enlisted in Co. E, 177th O. V. I., and served until the close of the war. Upon his return home, he resumed his former occupation. About the year 1868, he engaged in the manufacture of cheese at this place.

He has but one child-Ella M., who is now the wife of George L. Fuller, of this town- ship. Two others died-Russell H., at 17; and Laura A., 2 years of age. Mr. L. is a member of Summit Lodge, A., F. & A. M., No. 213, and Summit Chapter, R. A. M., No. 74. He is in politics a Democrat.

J. W. McINTOSH, retired farmer; P. O. Twinsburg; is one of the early settlers on Liberty street; he was born Feb. 4, 1805, in Trumbull Co., this State; son of Pascal and Abi (Clark) McIntosh. He was a son of Ebenezer, whose birth place was Scotland, and emigrated to the Eastern States prior to the Revolutionary war, in which he was an act- ive participant. To him were born Betsey, Pascal, Moses, John and Daniel. Ebenezer's wife was a Marvel prior to her marriage. Pascal was born in New Hampshire, received a collegiate education at Yale, and was a man of superior ability. He came West about the year 1799; first to the mouth of Chagrin River, where he lived about two years; then moved to Mantua, where he kept bachelor's hall for some time. Abi was a daughter of Ephraim, whose children were Isaac. Eph- raim, Acenath, Rachel, Abi, Polly, Hannah, Pascal. The father of the above died in Mantua Township: for many years he has been a substantial member of the Methodist Epis- copal Church. His superior education made him a useful member of the society in which he lived, and of which he was ever a loved and honored member. John W. left home at 22. and learned the carpenter and joiner's trade, at which he worked for several years. At the age of 24, he married Olive Ferris, who was born March 11, 1814, in Suffield, Portage Co., to Granderson and Mary (Card) Ferris. Her mother was born in Portage Co., and her father in Virginia: he was a son of John, who married Jerusha Lockwood. Mary Card was a daughter of Silas Card. Mr. and Mrs. McIntosh came to this township in September, 1831. He built his cabin about forty rods south of his present residence, "all woods " at this time, and game very abundant; he killed, one afternoon, three deer and two turkeys. They had several children, all of whom are deceased: but two lived to be grown, viz., Mary, who married David Riley, and died

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leaving two children-Randolph and Mary. Alexander, who died at the age of 19, was a voung man of much promise. He was a stu- dent under James A. Garfield at Hiram. and before his death prophesied that Garfield would be President.

A. L. NELSON, merchant, Twinsburg: only son of Salmon C. and Mary (Thompson) Nel- son, was born Dec. 8, 1827, in Hebron, Wash- ington Co., N. Y. Salmon was born June 11, 1804, in Washington Co., and was the son of Moses, whose father was John Nelson. Moses Nelson married Chloe Carver, who bore him Salmon, Mary. Silas, Fannie, Harley, Daniel, Almira and Eliza J. Mary Thompson, the mother of A. L., was born Nov. 2, 1807, in North Granville, N. Y .. to James and Catha- rine (Kelleyham) Thompson. Her father was born in England, her mother in Ireland. They died when she was quite young, hence she knew but little concerning their history or origin. Mrs. Nelson was married to Sal- mon C. Dec. 30, 1826. They came West in 1833, locating in this township and engaged in farming, remaining until he was removed by death. April 7, 1866. He was a man highly respected in the community, and pos- sessed kind and generous impulses. She still survives him. A. L. was married, June 12, 1853, to Belvia A. Smith, a native of the Empire State, daughter of George B. Smith, who married Clara Everest. In 1853, Mr. Nelson engaged in business at this place, and has since continued. He is a successful and reliable business man. He was for several years Postmaster. He keeps a general store, composed of such things as are required in the farming community. Although not a member of any church society, he is not un- kindly disposed toward any ecclesiastical order, and in bestowing charity where it is needed, he is not found wanting.

JUNIA NORTH, retired, Twinsburg; was born in Litchfield Co., Conn., April 30, 1796. He was the son of Junia and grandson of Noah North, whose ancestors came from Farmington, England. Noah North's wife. whose maiden name was Looms, bore him three sons and two daughters. To the father of our subject were born Roxania. Tryphenia, Ariel, Ruba, Willard, Sabrina, Junia, Lura,

Lorain, and Frederick and Philomelia (twins). Mr. North who was raised a farmer, came West in the spring of 1823, and lived in Braceville the first year; the year following he purchased with $1,500 100 acres on Lot 24, in this township. April, 1824, he married Lovina Meriam, who taught the first school in the township. She came West with her uncle, who settled in Hudson as early as 1802. Mr. North remained on his farm from the time of his marriage until about the year 1862. His wife died leaving seven children. Mr. North's present wife was Mrs. Mary Knapp, whose maiden name was Wolcott. His home and church, to which he was greatly devoted, are at the Center. For sixty-five years he has been a member and one of the pillars of the Regular Baptist Church, and was one of the six who formed the church body at the time of its organization in the township, and has filled the office of Deacon for many years. Far advanced in years. he is nevertheless remarkably well preserved, and. like a shock of grain fully ripe and fit for its master's use, he stands ready awaiting His call.

HORACE NORTON. retired farmer; P. O. Twinsburg; youngest son of Aaron Norton, was born June 10. 1808, in Otsego Co .. N. Y. His father was born July 3, 1751, in Killings . worth. Conn., and served as a soldier in the Rev- olution. He was twice married-first to Eunice Rutty, and moved to Pittsfield, Mass .: thence to New York, where he married Lydia Hutch- inson. He has ten children, viz., Uriah, Sel- den, Eber, Lebbeus, Simon, Joseph (by the first marriage); Lydia, Sawyer. William A. and Horace (by last marriage). The parents of Horace died suddenly of an epidemic dis- ease, and were buried in one grave. Horace came West to Aurora. Portage Co .. in the year 1814, with his brother Selden, with whom he lived for several years. When a lad of 8 years, he was sent to mill with oxen and cart to Northampton, seventeen miles distant. which journey occupied three days; the first day he reached the mill, sleeping on his sacks: the following day he had his grist ground, and started home in the afternoon; night coming on he sought lodging of George Pow- ers, and, in the absence of money. proffered

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a portion of his grist, which was not required nor taken; on the following day he reached home. His early life was spent in the woods battling with the monarchs of the forest. For several years he took jobs of clearing, and, at the age of 21, he in one year, chopped 25 acres ready for logging, and cleared 10 acres ready for wheat. May 14, 1833, he married Miranda Fisk, who was born April 13, 1816, at Batavia, N. Y., to Benjamin and Beulah (Lamberton) Fisk. Her father was born in York State Dec. 22, 1787, and her mother in the same State Aug. 22, 1794. He was a son of Benjamin, who served in the war of 1812, and was sent to Canada as a spy and was poisoned by eating food given him by a woman. The Fisk family came West to Chester, Geauga Co., in 1818. Benjamin Fisk died October, 1872, his wife Jan. 18, 1868. To them were born Meranda, Try- phena, Orin, Sophrona, James, Benjamin and Horace. Mr. Norton purchased land in Geauga Co. before his marriage, and sold it soon after; then he purchased 123 acres upon which he lived nine years. In 1842, he removed to this township, where he has since lived. He now has 118 acres of land. Of a family of ten children, he alone is living. The others died at the average age of 70 years. None of the boys were ever intoxicated or went to law: all were hard-working and industrious men, honest and upright in their dealings. Mr. and Mrs. Norton are members of the Methodist Episcopal Church. Their children are Paulina, who married J. M. Baker, of Ashtabula Co., Ohio; Cordelia, Mrs. C. Baldwin; Newton, in Michigan, and Mrs. Samuel Crankshaw.

S. F. OVIATT, farmer; P. O. Hudson; born Nov. 27, 1827, in Hudson Township; was the son of Benjamin and Rhoda (Kellogg) Oviatt; his father's name was Benjamin, who married a Carter, and by her had the following chil- dren, viz., Luman, Heman, Benjamin, Salmon, Nathaniel, Hulda, Olive, Mary and Betsey. She was captured by the Indians at the age of 12, remaining a captive fourteen months, when she was ransomed by the British. Her father was an early settler in Connecticut; in his absence to the settlement for provisions, the Indians came, massacred the mother, a son 17 RD 37

years of age, and infant, burned the cabin and took Miss Carter, a sister and her little brother, 5 years of age, with them, whom the tribe adopted and he ever after remained with them. The Oviatts are said to be of Scotch descent. Benjamin, the father of Salmon F., was born in Litchfield Co., Conn., February, 1779, and emigrated West in 1799, to what is now Hudson Township, locating on the land his father had previously purchased. He married Rhoda Kellogg, who was a daughter of Bradford Kellogg, whose wife was a Thompson, to whom were born Alonzo, Al- fred, Rena, Luna, Alvira, Rhoda and Polly. To Benjamin and wife were born eleven chil- dren, of those who grew to be adults were Elizabeth, Olive, Hanford, Julia, Silas, Sal- mon F., Martha and Mary. Benjamin, the father of the above, died in 1849, aged 69, having at the time of his death about 700 acres of land. He was for a number of years a member of the Presbyterian Church, and took an active part in religious matters. May 9, 1849, Salmon F. married Margaret Cam- eron, who was born in Stark Co. Jan. 31, 1831, to Jeremiah and Elizabeth (Andrews) Cameron, to whom were born six sons and three daughters. Since Mr. Oviatt's mar- riage, he has resided in the southeastern part of the township, where he has been prosper- ous and happy. He has no children. His land consists of 575 acres.

JOEL R. PARMELEE, farmer; P. O. Twinsburg. The Parmelee family originated from three brothers, who came from England to America prior to the Revolution. The family settled in North Killingworth, Conn., one of whom was killed in King Phillip's war. The subject of these lines was born in Fair- mont, N. H., July 14, 1815; son of William Parmelee, whose wife's maiden name was Fannie Rice. William was a son of Daniel, who was a son of Lemuel, who was born in 1700, in Killingworth, Conn. To William Parmelee was born thirteen children. Those who grew up were Lucius, Mary, Fannie, Joel R., Samuel N., Harriet, Daniel S., Emily and Edward (twins). William Parmelee came West in 1828, located in this township, and cleared up his farm; remained in the town- ship until his death: he was a good citizen; a

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Deacon in the Congregational Church for sev- eral years. Joel R. received a liberal educa- tion, fitted for college, taught school some, but finally settled down to agricultural pur- suits. Aug. 24, 1844, married Harriet A. Holt, Dec. 7, 1815, in Chester, Conn .: daughter of Benjamin and Lucy (Southworth) Holt. The Holt family emigrated from England to America: descended from one William Holt, born 1610; removed to Wallingworth, Conn., in 1675. Had seven children born to him, among whom was Nathan, who was wounded in King Philip's war; he married Rebecca Bebee; by her had three children: his son Nathan mar- ried Phebe Tomlin; had four children. His son William married Sarah Way, and had seventeen children. Sir John Holt was a Baronet. Joseph Holt was born in Septem- ber, 1769; he was a soldier in the war of the Revolution. Benjamin Holt was born Dec. 22. 1766, his wife Julia July 2, 1764. Mr. and Mrs. Parmelee have four children -- How- ard R., now a minister in Edinburg, Portage Co .; Mary E., now the wife of Amizi Wil- son; Harriet F., who is now a missionary to Kiyata, Japan; William B., a student in col- lege. Mr. Parmelee and all his family are members of the Congregational Church-he for fifty years.

GARDINER PARMELEE, farmer; P. O. Twinsburg; born April 2, 1827, in this town- ship; is the eldest child of Zeno and Juliet (Post) Parmelee. His father was born Jan. 21, 1801, in Killingworth, Conn. He was but a small lad when his father died, and, at the age of 7, went to live with one Mr. Wilcox, remaining seven years, when he began learn- ing the blacksmith's trade with him, and, on completing it, he walked from his native State to this township, where he established a busi- ness in a log shop at the Center as early as 1822 or 1823. He was married to Juliet Post, daughter of Joshna and Mollie (Dee) Post. who was born Ang. 29. 1806, in Westbrook, Conn. She was the daughter of Joshna and Mollie (Dee) Post. To them were born five children, viz., Gardiner, Mary, Henry and Juliet. He died in April, 1862; she also is deceased. Both were members of the Con- gregational Church. Gardiner learned the blacksmith's trade with his father; after

attaining his majority, he conducted the busi- ness for his own benefit for a few years. Nov. 9, 1848, he married Rhoda Roach, who was born Dec. 10. 1829, in Hebron, Washing- ton Co., N. Y. She was the daughter of James Roach, whose wife was Mary Nelson. Febru- ary, 1862. Mr. Parmelee purchased 100 acres a little west of the Center, which place has since been his constant residence. On the farm is an excellent stone quarry, which is a consid- erable source of revenue to its owner. He has three daughters, viz., Mary, who married F. Dolaishe, residents of Put-In-Bay; Jose B. at home; and Chloe O., now Mrs. Charles Riley, of this township. He is not a member of any church, but favors religion and practices mo- rality.

PHILO POST. farmer; P. O. Twinsburg: was born June 29, 1817, in Saybrook, Conn., to Joshua and Mollie (Dee) Post. His grand- father's name was also Joshua Post. The father of Mollie Dee was Marcus. To Joshua and Mollie (Dee) Post were born thirteen children, viz., Joshua, Polly. Deborah, Emily, Dianah, Jerusha, Mercy, Belinda, Sallie, Het- tie A., Hannah, Juliet and Philo. Philo came to this county with his parents when 4 years of age; the family located in the southern part of the township. near Brandywine, upon land which his father purchased before leav- ing Connecticut. Joshua died about two years after his arrival. When 14 years of age, Philo moved to Liberty street, this town- ship, with his mother, who purchased 50 acres. With her he lived until his union with Miss Luna Carpenter, which event took place Jan. 1, 1850. She was born Ang. 7, 1828, in Bos- ton Township, and was the daughter of Aaron and Tirzah (Drake) Carpenter, both of whom were natives of Connecticut, and were among the early settlers of Boston Township. To them were born a family of children whose names were Melinda, Luna, Martha. Mary, Cynthia, Maria, Elijah, Cornelius B., George, Comfort, Elijah. Aaron Carpenter was for many years a member of the Methodist Epis- copal Church, and a Class-leader of the same. He was a just and upright man, and worthy citizen. The political status of both sides of the families have been Whigs, and more recently Republicans. Since Mr. and Mrs.

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Post have been married, they have resided on the farm where he first located. He has been an industrions man, and has been successful in accumulating a good share of this world's goods-having 200 acres of land, which is adorned by excellent farm and house buildings. Of six children born him, those living are: Emma V., now the wife of L. Bennett; Stella L., Harry E. and Rosa M. Willie died when 15 months old, and William at 5 years of age.

MOSES N. ROACH, mechanic and farmer; P. O. Twinsburg; was born Oct. 16, 1832, in Hebron, Washington Co., N. Y., to James and Mary (Nelson) Roach. His ancestors came from Ireland. The Roach family came West in 1836, locating in this township on Lot No. 1. When Mr. Roach arrived here, he had but $5 in money. He was a carpenter and joiner, and worked at his trade, earning enough to pay for his land, which was unim- proved. He worked at his trade during the day, came home, and by night cut down trees, which the boys would trim up the next day; this was continned until the land was cleared. For nearly a score of years he worked at his trade, and spent the remainder of his life on the farm. He died in February, 1876; he was an upright man, and a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church. To him were born Gilbert, now in Cleveland; Chloe C., Mrs. Horatio Bartlett, in East Cleveland; Rhoda, the wife of Gardiner Parmelee; Moses N. and Martin V. B. At the age of 16, Moses left home and learned the blacksmith's trade. June 11, 1853, he married Minerva Beldin, daughter of Erastus and Betsey (Armstead) Beldin. to whom were born seven children. Since Mr. Roach was married, he has been engaged at his trade and at farming, and, with the exception of three years spent in Hudson Township, he has been a resident of this. He rents 180 acres of land in the west part of the township, and carries on his shop at the Center. He has two children-Albert E. and Alonzo N. Both he and wife are members of the Methodist Episcopal Church. He is much interested in the Sunday-school canse; is a Superintendent thereof, and an ex-

cellent mechanic. He is a zealous member of the Masonic fraternity: a member of Summit Lodge, A., F. & A. M., and Summit Chapter, R. A. M.

OLIVER RONIGER, farmer; P. O. Twins- burg: he was born June 10, 1807, in Eri, Switzerland: his parents were Mecher and Frances (Miller) Roniger, to whom were born seven children- two sons and five daughters. Oliver was bereft of his father when 23 years old; remained with his mother until a lad of 14. when he began to provide for himself. When 21, he went to learn the stone-mason's trade, at which he worked four years, learning the plasterer's art and the laying of brick as well. To better his condition, he set sail for America in November, 1832, coming on direct from New York to this township; arriving here, his worldly possessions amounted to a haversack of old clothes and 75 cents in money, which he afterward loaned to an ac- quaintance to purchase necessaries for his family. When Mr. Roniger came, he was not familiar with the English language, which was taken advantage of. at times, by unprinci- pled men, who endeavored to profit by his native honesty and unsuspecting manner. Two years afterward, by diligence and econ- omy, he purchased 35 acres in the southeast part of the township. In November, same year, he married Jane Burroughs, born April 1, 1812, in Mifflin Township, Mifflin Co., Penn .: her parents were John and Sarah (Durst) Burroughs. who emigrated to Palmyra, in Portage Co., when she was about 15 years of age. Since the location of Mr. Bolinger in this township, he has been a constant resident and worthy citizen; he has been industrious and prosperous, having acquired 175 acres of land. He is a member of Summit Lodge. No. 213, A., F. & A. M .; has no children. but adopted a son, Morris Dunn, at 2 years of age, who now bears their name; he was born in Boston Township, Oct. 22, 1846, son of John and Martha (Reed) Dunn. Morris married Mary Sabin, born in Ravenna; they have five children-Minnie, Martha, Millie F., Elsie M. and Oliver.

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History of Summit County, with an outline sketch of Ohio, Part 189

Author: Perrin, William Henry, d. 1892?; Graham, A. A. (Albert Adams), 1848- Publication date: 1881 Publisher: Chicago, Baskin & Battey Number of Pages: 1104

Author: Perrin, William Henry, d. 1892?; Graham, A. A. (Albert Adams), 1848-
Publication date: 1881
Publisher: Chicago, Baskin & Battey
Number of Pages: 1104