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HISTORY OF CHAMPAIGN COUNTY.
The mediums of travel, for many years, were insufficient, even after the blazed road gave way to the despised "mud roads," now rapidly disappearing. The latter proved insufficient, also, and graveled roads or pikes were agitated. To this a general objection was raised, because of the scarcity of gravel. Sub- sequently, it was discovered that the removal of several feet of the surface brought to view an endless mass of gravel. From this unlimited supply sev- eral pikes were constructed at once, and an additional avenue of prosperity opened. The road improvements at present are complete. The township is crossed by six substantial pikes, passable at all seasons. The few remaining dirt roads are rapidly being converted into more convenient thoroughfares. It is estimated that no house is situated a greater distance than one-fourth mile from any one pike.
RELIGIOUS MATTERS.
Possibly the greatest sacrifice made by our forefathers was their compul- satory desertion of the mother church. Reared in the arms of religion from infancy, accustomed to meet with others to " Praise God from whom all mercies flow," how heart-rending was the thought that these pleasures must be denied them. The good and pious servant of God, who had administered spiritual aid and consolation for " lo ! these many days," must be separated from them for- ever ; the dear old house of worship, whose doors had ever been open to receive them, was soon to be entered for the last time. Oh! how gloomy the future seemed to appear. Alone in a wilderness, as they must be; how their hearts were made sad at the thought. But behind these dark clouds appears one ray of sunshine. The dear old family Bible, which has so often comforted them, will accompany them on their long and tedious journey. And so it was, though tired and worn out from the weary labors of the day, it was ever a pleasure to consult the many lessons taught in holy writ, and invoke divine aid for the arduous duties of the future. The Sabbath Day was considered a day of rest, and, although the family could not repair to an aristocratic church "around the corner," yet did they have the means of home worship. Then came a change-the long deserted neighborhood was now showing signs of a new life ; a steady stream of human beings was pouring in on the wilderness. Here and there strange faces were visible; new cabins were being erected on all sides. The new-comers brought with them peace and good-will ; a ripe friendship soon existed between the settlers. And now it is proposed that religious meetings be held, alternately, at the different homes; a society is organized, meetings are held regularly, and thus is the Gospel introduced into the wilds of Cham- paign County.
Perhaps the first minister who proclaimed glad tidings to the eager listeners was one Picard, a Methodist, generally termed a missionary-circuit preachers made their appearance some years after. The first church organization was effected in 1829; a Methodist Society was formed a Curl's Schoolhouse, on Section 15. The first Presbyterian sermon was preached at this place, in the same year, by a missonary named Joseph Stephenson. After this period, both denominations occupied the schoolhouse. The first church was erected by the United Brethren in 1832-a log structure, probably twenty feet square. These organizations proved to be the foundation for the United Brethren, one Chris- tian, one Methodist and one German Baptist Church now located in the town- ship. The first Sunday school was organized at Curl's Schoolhouse, in 1829. George McPherson was appointed Superintendent; Joseph Alexander, Assis- tant Superintendent.
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Antioch United Brethren Church was organized, about 1854, by James Wilkinson. In the same year, a building was erected on the Russel farm, Sec- tion 6, and dedicated in the fall of that year by William Miller. At its organ- ization the society consisted of fifteen members. The society is in a prosperous condition.
The Methodist Episcopal Church was organized in 1860, Rev. Good being the first minister. In 1861, a frame building, 35x46 feet, was erected, which is still occupied by the society. When the society was formed, its total membership did not exceed twenty-five. It has since increased to seventy-five. Present minister, Rev. Philip Leemaster. A Sabbath school has been in existence since 1860. The total membership at present may be esti- mated at sixty ; G. G. Burdette, Superintendent.
Union United Brethren Church .- This society was formed in 1832; erect- ing a log building, they held service in the same until 1850, when the present. frame building was constructed. The present congregation consists of about. fifty members ; William Miller, Pastor. Sabbath school organized in 1865. Present membership, one hundred ; Mrs. Fatima Shanely, Superintendent.
The German Baptist Church, located on the farm of Christian Hurst, was built in 1874. The building is a neat frame structure, dimensions 26x36, and was erected at a cost of $600. Revs. Ephraim Clopper and Jonathan Yoder and some thirty members conducted the dedicatory exercises .. The membership has increased to forty. Jonathan Yoder, David Studabaker, Joseph Landers and John Buechler are the present ministers.
Two United Brethren Churches are located, respectively, in the eastern and. northern parts of the township.
SCHOOLS.
Prior to 1820, the youth of this township enjoyed no educational facilities, but grew up in comparative ignorance. Settling in a new country required diligent and unceasing labor ; therefore, years passed by without any advance- ments, intellectually. At last the pioneers realized that, to keep pace with the surrounding country, and to prevent their children from growing up in ignorance and vice, they must take the proper steps to accord them the essen- tial instruction. In 1820 or 1821, the first log schoolhouse, with all the "an- cient conveniences," such as puncheon floors, papered windows, etc., was erected on the Ritter tract, in Section 6. Samuel Bates, who combined the duties of the pedagogue with those of the farmer, was the first teacher, receiving $2 per scholar. It is said, that his attainments were rather limited; and yet they proved ample for the demands of that day. Some three or four years after the inauguration of the first schoolmaster, another schoolhouse was built in the northwestern part of the township. In 1829, there were four school districts -two had buildings. Now there are seven districts, all of which boast of a good substantial frame building. The Careysville District has been graded and two buildings erected. Under careful management, the course of education is making rapid progress-another evidence of universal prosperity.
EARLY MANUFACTORIES.
For years, the absence of mills for the grinding of grist and sawing of tim- ber proved a source of much inconvenience. Raising the wheat and corn re- quired days of toil and care, but, after harvesting the crop, it was also neces- sary that it be ground for family use. At first, the grain was hauled to the
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"' Governor Vance " mill at Urbana, or to the mill owned by F. B. Miller, on Mad River. In 1831, Joseph Eiker supplied a want long felt by building a. "corn-cracker " on Mosquito Creek, Section 29. The next mill was put up by John Merrill, on Section 3, and the third on Lee's Creek, by -- Lee. These were all moved by water-power. The water has since been utilized for agricultural purposes. There is at this writing no flouring-mill in the township.
For the convenience of the pioneers, one Coverston conducted a tannery on Section 29, in 1829. This institution has gone to decay with the other early. manufactories. They proved of indispensable service to the welfare of the pioneer, and are held in sacred memory by the survivors, but now they are obsolete.
Mechanically, Adams is making but little effort for advancement. This we attribute to the lack of water-power, and to the undeniable fact that her agri - cultural interests are a source of more profit.
TOWNSHIP ORGANIZATION.
As has been stated, this township originally was embraced in Johnson Town- ship. In 1826 or 1827, a division was made and an election for officers was held. The early records are extinct, and we can mention but few of the first officers, obtained through tradition only. Samuel McCrosky (still living) was one of the first Trustees. One Newcomb obtained notoriety as a splendid pen- man, he being the choice of the people for Clerk. Jacob Covestone was the first person to enjoy the envied title of Squire. Below will be found a list of the principal officers from 1851 to 1880 :
1852-Trustees, Peter Hume, B. H. Martz, Alexander Terrel ; Clerk, E. Martz ; Treasurer, Samuel Bowersock ; Assessor, Samuel McCrosky.
1853-Trustees, B. H. Martz, Peter Hume, Alexander Terrel; Clerk, E. Martz ; Treasurer, Samuel Bowersock ; Assessor, Samuel McCrosky.
1854-Trustees, Peter Hume, B. H. Martz, Reuben Clark ; Clerk, Jesse C. Stanton ; Treasurer, Samuel Bowersock ; Assessor, Jacob Sipe.
1855-Trustees, Elisha Dick, David Moore, Jacob Stayman ; Clerk, Will- iam I. Alstead ; Treasurer, John Harner ; Assessor, Simon Cummons.
1856-Trustees, Reuben Clark, Peter Hume, Daniel D. Neal ; Clerk, William Windsor ; Treasurer, John Harner ; Assessor, S. McCrosky.
Records for 1857 lost.
1858-Trustees, B. H. Martz, Reuben Clark, J. Sargent ; Clerk, S. Hal- terman ; Treasurer, H. Alexander ; Assessor, A. Halterman.
1859-Trustees, Zerby Zayre, John Sargent, Daniel Moore; Clerk, Lafe Clem ; Treasurer, H. Alexander ; Assessor, A. Halterman.
1860-Trustees, John M. Kirby, D. D. Neal, William Wilson ; Clerk, Lafe Clem ; Treasurer, H. Alexander ; Assessor, Cyrus W. Davis.
1861-Trustees, C. Fielder, S. McCrosky, G. W. Bailor; Clerk, J. M. Kirby; Treasurer, H. Alexander ; Assessor, C. W. Davis.
1862-Trustees, Samuel McCrosky, Charles Fielder, C. C. Woolley ; Clerk, .J. M. Kirby ; Treasurer, A. F. Lickliter ; Assessor, R. H. Seely.
1863-Trustees, B. H. Martz, Samuel McCrosky, Shepherd Newcomb ; Clerk, J. M. Kirby ; Treasurer, A. F. Lickliter ; Assessor, John S. Stephen- son.
1864-Trustees, Samuel McCrosky, Charles Fielder, C. C. Woolley ; Clerk, J. M. Kirby ; Treasurer, A. F. Lickliter ; Assessor, John S. Stephenson.
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1865-Trustees, Samuel Mc Crosky, B. H. Martz, C. C. Woolley ; Clerk, J. M. Kirby ; Treasurer, A. F. Lickliter ; Assessor, John S. Stephenson.
1866-Trustees, B. H. Martz, Shepherd Newcomb, S. Halterman; Clerk, J. M. Kirby ; Treasurer, A. F. Lickliter, Assessor, Samuel McCrosky.
1867-Trustees, C. C. Woolley, S. Halterman, Jesse Ritter; Clerk, S. Newcomb ; Treasurer, A. F. Lickliter ; Assessor, A. Halterman.
1868-Trustees, C. C. Woolley, William Wilson, John Rusk ; Clerk, S. Newcomb ; Treasurer, A. F. Lickliter ; Assessor, Joseph Hall.
1869-Trustees, John Rusk, William Wilson, C. C. Woolley ; Clerk, S. Newcomb ; Treasurer, A. F. Lickliter ; Assessor, Joseph Hall.
1870-Trustees, Harrison Beaver, William Wilson, E. Martz; Clerk, Hiram Martz ; Treasurer, A. F. Lickliter ; Assessor, Joseph Hall.
1871-Trustees, C. C. Woolley, F. Hall, Jacob Kress; Clerk, Isaac Cary ; Treasurer, A. F. Lickliter ; Assessor, William Arnett.
1872-Trustees, C. C. Woolley, Fleming Hall, Jacob Kress ; Clerk, Isaac Cary ; Treasurer, A. F. Lickliter ; Assessor, William Arnett.
1873-Trustees, C. C. Woolley, George Bailor, A. L. Harmon; Clerk, Samuel Halterman ; Treasurer, A. F. Lickliter ; Assessor, Joseph Hall.
1874-Trustees, C. C. Woolley, George Bailor, A. L. Harmon ; Clerk, T. J. Martz ; Treasurer, A. F. Lickliter ; Assessor, P. H. McCrosky.
1875-Trustees, C. C. Woolley, George Bailor, Fleming Hall; Clerk, S. Halterman ; Treasurer, A. F. Lickliter ; Assessor, William Arnett.
1876-Trustees, Fleming Hall, G. W. Bailor, S. B. Lehman ; Clerk, S. Halterman ; Treasurer, B. H. Martz; Assessor, H. S. Pickering.
1877-Trustees, C. C. Woolley, A. L. Harmon, S. B. Lehman ; Clerk, John L. Bodey ; Treasurer, L. C. Clem ; Assessor, H. S. Pickering.
1878-Trustees, C. C. Woolley, S. B. Lehman, A. L. Harmon; Clerk, John L. Bodey ; Treasurer, L. C. Clem ; Assessor, H. S. Pickering.
1879-Trustees, C. C. Woolley, S. B. Lehman, A. L. Harmon ; Clerk, John L. Bodey; Treasurer, L. C. Clem ; Assessor, H. S. Pickering.
1880-Trustees, A. L. Harmon, Lewis Curl, Levi Bodey; Clerk, M. J. Martz ; Treasurer, John Monk ; Assessor, E. Buroker.
Justices of the Peace since 1851-Samuel Bowersock, Jacob Stayman, Jesse C. Stanton, T. N. Walton, J. M. Kirby, Erastus Martz, I. Carey, John L. Bodey.
CAREYSVILLE.
Every section of country, inhabited by the human race, must have its trad -. ing-point. In this progressive age, a co-operation must exist between the rep- resentatives of the business and agriculture of the community. The good citizens of Adams realized that the founding of a village was essential, did they wish to enjoy prosperity in the future. Heretofore, it had been necessary to travel to Sidney or Urbana in order to purchase the most trivial article of wear, or even the necessaries of daily life. An entire day was consumed in traveling to and from the towns just mentioned, and much valuable time was lost. To Calvin Carey belongs the honor of overcoming this difficulty. In 1833, he laid out the northeast corner of Section 29 into town lots, and placed them on sale. Soon after, William Valentine purchased the lot now owned by C. W. Martz, and erected a house thereon. This house, built of logs, contained two stories, and was "raised " by the united efforts of the entire neighborhood. John Beatty erected the next building, on the lot now in the possession of Sarah D. Seely. The first brick residence was built by Robert R. Green ; it has since
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been converted into a tavern. Lewis Ward is the present owner. From this time on, the growth in population was steadily on the increase, and it is impos- sible to trace the individual settlers as they came in and filled up the remaining lots.
A tannery was opened for business in 1837, and was the first manufacturing establishment within the town limits. This tannery was owned and managed by a colored individual named Benjamin Wilson, who was considered an honest man in all that the word implies. He continued in business for a number of years, until his institution succumbed to the inevitable fate in store for the many estab- lishments of auld lang syne. Wilson has also departed from the scenes of this life, but is represented by his posterity, who are yet living in the village. No village is able to dispense with the services of the blacksmith, and this was the case also in the settlement of this village. Accordingly, a knight of the anvil and bellows, named Holden, built a small shop, on the site where John O'Leary's blacksmith-shop now stands, and supplied himself with the necessary tools. He never suffered for the want of patronage, and, by industry and fair dealing, won the patronage and confidence of the community.
TRENTON
was the name at first applied to the village. When application was made to the Government for the establishment of a post office, it was discovered that another town of the same name was located in this State. The village was then re-christened Careysville, undoubtedly with the object of keeping green the memory of its original owner, Calvin Carey.
INCIDENTS.
In 1840, the political excitement was at its highest degree. The Whig element prevailed in Harrison Township; this and Johnson Township were overwhelmingly Democratic. Representatives of both parties held a meeting at Careysville on the same day. The Harrison Township Whigs placed on a wagon a "buckeye cabin," and entered the town with great eclat. Much ill- feeling existed between the representatives of the two parties. Speeches were made by one Hays on behalf of the Whigs, while Democratic principles were expounded by one Hamilton. During the time occupied by the latter the excitement became intense. The crowed whooped and yelled, completely drowning the remarks made by the speaker. The buckeye cabin was thrown from the wagon and completely demolished. A hand-to-hand conflict was the result. During the melee clubs and stones were used freely. Several persons were wounded; some seriously, none mortally. The Whigs finally retreated, and the battle was ended.
. During the political campaign of 1863, a Republican meeting was held at Careysville. The speaker, one Shafer, not only denounced some of the citi- zens, but ridiculed them personally in the presence of an immense concourse of people. The assaulted portion of the community became indignant; threaten- ing demonstrations were made, and the peace of the village was endangered. The excitement continued for several days ; numerous encounters took place. One man was shot, but not fatally. The Republicans commanded all loyalists to hang out a flag, threatening to destroy by fire all houses that were not desig- nated as loyal by the stars and stripes. A company of " home guards" was ordered to the scene. After making several arrests, the rioters were subdued, and, in time, the affair was forgotten.
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The lack of a requisite number of inhabitants to incorporate a town has prevented the citizens from establishing a municipal government. For many years, this has been a serious obstacle to the advancement of the village. There is not a dram-shop within its borders, and yet Careysville is often the scene of drunken carousals. The town is frequently visited by the neighboring roughs, who obtain liquor from the surrounding towns, and annoy the law-abiding and temperate citizens of the community. There is no one to prevent their boister- ous conduct, and, until placed on an equal footing with towns enjoying the benefits of a local government, this village must submit to any and all intru- sion. The population at present may be estimated at 150. The enterprising citizens have made repeated efforts to obtain railroad connection with the out- side world. The grading for a narrow-gauge railroad from Urbana (Columbus & Northwestern Railroad) has been commenced. At present the enterprise is partly abandoned ; but the good people of Careysville are not in despair, and hope for the ultimate construction of the road. Should this be accomplished, the most sanguine expectations of the people will certainly be realized.
CHURCHES.
United Brethren Church .- Rev. William Miller organized the society in 1848. Following are the names of the charter members : John and Eva Rusk, Mary Halterman, Allen Halter, Mercy Halterman, John G. and Susan Wil- kinson. Shortly after its organization the society erected a frame structure, 40x46, with a seating capacity of 500. The church has increased in numbers, and is in a prosperous condition. A cupola is being added to the roof and the interior repainted and remodeled. Services are held every three weeks. Offi- cers : Pastor, William Miller ; Class-leaders, Lewis Shafer, Charles Steward, William Ward; Trustees, William Ward, John Heaton, John Rusk; Circuit Clerk, Mr. Valentine.
A Sunday school was organized in 1848. John Rusk was elected Superin- tendent, which office he has held most of the time since. The membership has increased from thirty-five to one hundred and fifteen. The school meets every Sunday during the summer months. Officers : John Rusk, Superintendent ; Mrs. Eliza N. Moak, Assistant Superintendent; Samuel Huling, Secretary ; Dr. Hunt, Treasurer.
Christian Church .- Rev. Justus T. Hunt, while on a visit to Careysville in 1852, was requested to conduct religious services at a private house in the vil- lage on the following Sabbath. The reverend gentleman, fearing that the effort would not be crowned with success, did not acquiesce very readily. His objections were overcome, however, and the announcement that there would be preaching at the residence of Samuel Bowersock was circulated among the people. At the stated time, Mr. Hunt made his appearance at the house of Mr. Bowersock, now owned by L. Ward, and was greeted by an audience of twenty-four. Another meeting was appointed to be held at the same place on a certain Sunday in August of the same year. On this occasion the audience was found to be too large to admit the holding of services at the house of Mr. Bowersock, and an adjournment was made to the woods. During the following winter months, Rev. Hunt conducted protracted meetings, with encouraging results. In the summer of 1853, an organization was effected by Rev. Hunt and Joseph Warrington, and the following persons yet living : Benjamin H. Martz, Samantha Martz, David Conner and wife, Samuel Halterman, Eliza- beth Halterman, Elizabeth Cisco, Maria Woodward, Elizabeth Halterman. The
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society proceeded at once to make arrangements for the erection of a suitable house of worship ; and, at the end of the year, the house, a frame structure, 44x 36, was ready for occupancy. Rev. Hunt was duly called to occupy the pulpit. Excepting an interval of seven years, Rev. Hunt has been the minister. Recently he was compelled, because of poor health, to tender his resignation, which was reluctantly accepted by the congregation. He has been an indefati- gable worker in the church, and to his personal efforts is due the credit for the present excellent condition of the affairs of the church. Benjamin Martz has been Deacon since the church was organized. Present membership, 120. E. M. Rapp, of Miami Co., Pastor.
BUSINESS INTERESTS.
Deprived until now of all railroad communication, it is a self-evident fact that Careysville must of necessity be a poor business center. A saw-mill, erected by James Huling, in 1867, is the only manufacturing institution of any prominence. We append the representatives of the various business interests :
Dry goods, provisions, etc., John L. Bodey ; groceries, E. F. Terrel; wagon-making, John Miller; blacksmithing, John O'Leary ; furniture and undertaking, Hensler & Bodey; saddlery and harness, S. M. Seely; boots and shoes, E. B. Sturm ; physician, H. B. Hunt; stock, etc., Lewis Ward ; saw-mill, James Huling ; contractors and builders, S. Halterman, John Van Horn and William Scott.
TAWANA LODGE, NO. 253, I. 0. 0. F.
Organized at Palestine. Headquarters were established in this village, and the society removed here in 1874 and erected a suitable building, the upper story of which is used for lodge purposes.
There are now about fifty-four members in good standing. W. F. Bailor, N. G .; H. B. Hunt, V. G .; William M. Seely, Sec .; John O'Leary, Treas .; J. H. Hunt, Chaplain.
TOWNSHIP CEMETERY.
The Township Trustees, in 1878, purchased ten acres of the land just. south of Careysville, and surveyed it into burying-lots. Much objection was. raised against the appropriation of the public funds for this purpose, but the majority ruled, and, in accordance with their wishes, the grounds were im- proved and opened for the reception of the dead, into which all are received on equal terms.
HARRISON TOWNSHIP.
This is the smallest township in the county, and embraces twenty-four square miles. It is located as Township 4, in Range 13, including one tier of sections in Range 12. It is bounded on the north by Logan County, on the east by Salem Township, on the south by Concord Township, on the west by Adams Township.
Glady's Creek is formed by two streams, having their respective sources in Sections 9 and 15, and uniting in Section 8. The stream runs in a southern direction, crossing the entire township. Muddy Creek has its origin in Sec- tion 36, and flows southward. The northwestern corner is crossed by Emery's and Lee's Creeks. Thus is a complete drainage afforded every section in the township.
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The soil is about an average in fertility. The land, however, is being rap- idly improved, with promising results. Special attention is given to the culti- vation of fruit, many farms being dotted with apple, peach and pear trees. Farms are small ; the average number of acres to the farm is eighty. As a natural consequence, more careful attention is given to their cultivation. The surface in the northwestern portion of the township is rolling ; the remainder is. level or undulating. Aside from the streams already mentioned, a plentiful supply of water is furnished by the many springs distributed in the various parts.
The agricultural advantages offered the seekers of homes were, in this town- ship, equal at least to those of the surrounding country ; wild game, the flesh of which was the chief subsistence of the pioneer, abounded; the numerous. springs promised an ample supply of water to man and beast, and its distant location from any populated region, notwithstanding settlements were made in the younger days of the nineteenth century. Tradition, the only source of pioneer information, unfortunately furnishes but a meager account of the deeds and doings of Harrison's earliest settlers. From the most authentic sources, we have compiled the following history of the
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