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440 acres of land in Greene County. In politics he is a Democrat, has filled the office of school director in his township, and he and his wife are active members in the Methodist Episcopal Church.
LEVI PORTER, Harvey's, Penn., was born in Franklin Town- ship this county, June 5, 1845. IIis parents, John and Hannah (Rinehart) Porter, were natives of Greene County, where they were married and remained until their death. Levi was united in mar- riage September 3, 1873, with Lizzie, daughter of David and Eliza- beth Kent. Her father was a native of Pennsylvania, and her mother of New Jersey. Both are now deceased. Mrs. Porter was born in Franklin Township. She and Mr. Porter had a family of four children-Linnie L., Mattie M., Alma E. and Florence A. Their mother died October 3, 1883. Mr. Porter was afterwards united in marriage, March 30, 1885, with Linnie Bradford, who was also a native of Franklin Township, born October 20, 1856. She is a daughter of Robert and Sarah J. Bradford (nee Kent), also natives of Pennsylvania and residents of Greene County until Mrs. Bradford's death. Mr. Bradford is still living. By his last marriage Mr. Porter is the father of two children-Goldie M. and Viola E. Mr. Porter has been engaged in different lines of business during his life, but at present devotes his time principally to farming, and owns one- hundred and thirty-eight acres of land where he and his family re- side. Mr. and Mrs. Porter belong to the Methodist Episcopal Church, of which his deceased wife was also a devoted member.
W. P. REESE, miller, Rogersville, Penn .- Among the stirring business men of Rogersville we take pleasure in mentioning the name of William P. Reese, who is a native of Greene County and was born November 28, 1884. Ile is a son of John D. and Cath- arine Reese, who were pioneers of Greene County, and remained in it until their death. William was united in marriage September 11, 1869, with Maria Fry, who was born in this county, March 21, 1847. Mrs. Reese is a daughter of George and Elizabeth Fry, who were born in Greene County. Mr. Fry in 1813, and his wife in 1818. Mr. Fry is still living. Mr. Reese and wife are the parents of seven children-John L., Cora B., George C., Catharine E., William A., Alice M. and Allen T. Mr. Reese is a miller by occupation, owns a grist and planing-mill in Rogersville, also 225 acres of land in Greene County. IIe is a member of the Masonic Order and his political views are Democratic. He has been a citizen of Rogersville for nine years.
PHILLIP RUSH, farmer, Rogersville, Penn., was born in Morris Township, Greene County, Pennsylvania, October 17, 1834. He is a son of Abraham and Lida Rush (nee Bottomfield), the former a native of New Jersey, and the latter of Pennsylvania. They were married in Greene County and resided there until their death. In
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1857 Phillip Rush married Catharine M. Huffinan, who was born in Center Township, this county, in 1837. Her parents, Joseph and Sarah (Hunt) Huffinan, were natives of Pennsylvania, and resided in Greene County until their death. " To Mr. and Mrs. Rush have been born eleven children, ten of whom are living-Stephen B., Joseph L., Francis M., Nancy E., Clarinda, Timothy R., John, Vada, Lucy, May and Ora. Thomas J. is deceased. £ Mr. Rush has been a farmer all his life, and owns 123 acres of valuable land where he and his family reside. Mrs. Rush is a devoted member of the Baptist Church.
C. W. SCOTT, farmer, Rutan, Penn., was born December 16, 1837, on the farm where he and family reside in Center Township. IIe is a son of John and Mary A. Scott (nee Teagarden), who were natives of Pennsylvania and residents of Greene County until their death. Mrs. Scott departed this life in 1856, and her husband lost his life in a collision on the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad, near Co- lumbus, Ohio, October 6, 1560. They were the parents of four children. On October 6, 1859, C. W. Scott was united in marriage with Rachel Webster, who was born in this county November 30, 1839. IIer parents were John and Elizabeth (Cowell) Webster, also natives of this county. Mr. Webster died in 1871 and Mrs. Web- ster in 1874. To Mr. and Mrs. Scott have been born five children, four living-William H., George M., John, Flora, and Mary E. (deceased). Mr. Scott was raised on a farm, has spent his life in farming, and is the owner of 124 acres of land. Ile has served as director of the poor in Greene County for three years. Mrs. Scott is a faithful member of the Baptist Church.
THOMAS SCOTT, farmer, P. O. Rutan, Penn., was born in Center Township, Greene County, December 24, 1834. His parents, Elias and Harriet (Kent) Scott, were natives of this county, where they were married and remained through life. Mr. Seott died August 20, 1884, and his wife June 14, of the same year. On September 13, 1855, Thomas Scott married Elizabeth A. Turner. Mrs. Scott was born in Greene County, June 12, 1838, and is a daughter of Rev. James L. and Nancy (Patterson) Turner. Her father was a native of New York and her mother of Greene County, Penn. Both are now deceased. By this marriage Mr. Scott is the father of eight children-Wesley S., Walter P., Elias, Harriet N., Ida L., Albert F., Carrie E. and James E. Mrs. Scott died July 16, 1876. Mr. Scott was subsequently united in marriage December 20, 1879, with Anna B. Drake, who was born in Greene County, October 5, 1849. Her parents, Francis and Eliza Drake, were natives of this county. Mr. Drake is deceased. By the second marriage Mr. Scott is the father of three children-Harry R., Leah N. and Will- iam. Mr. Scott has been a farmer all his life, and owns 133 acres
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of land where he and family live, besides property in West Virginia. He has been a member of the school board of his township. He and Mrs. Seott belong to the Methodist Protestant Church, of which his deceased wife was also a devont member.
GEORGE W. SCOTT, farmer, Rutan, Penn., was born in Center Township, this county, April 30, 1837. His parents are James and Charlotte (Strawn) Scott, natives of Greene County, where they were married and remained until Mr. Scott's death in 1884. Ilis widow is still living. George W. was united in marriage July 4, 1864, with Amanda J. Woods, who was born in Waynesburg, Penn., October 25, 1843, and is a daughter of Samnel and Leah Woods (nee Divers). Mrs. Scott's mother was born in Baltimore, Md., and her father was a native of Washington County, Penn., where they were married. They settled in Waynesburg and remained until their death-Mrs. Woods dying June 6, 1885, and her hus- band June 21, 1886. To Mr. and Mrs. Seott have been born six children, viz .- Emma L., wife of George B. McNeely, M. D .; Mary C., Cora, Nellie L., Reynolds and Claude. Mr. Scott has devoted his life chiefly to farming, and owns 131 aeres of land where he and family reside. When the war broke ont Mr. Scott entered the service of his country in Company I, Eighth Pennsylvania Reserves, and served three years. He passed through many serious engage- ments, and was wounded three times. He has filled the office of anditor of his township. Mrs. Scott is a consistent member of the Methodist Episcopal Church.
HENRY A. SCOTT, farmer, P. O. Rutan, was born in Greene County, Penn., April 11, 1842. He is a son of James and Charlotte (Strawn) Scott, who were natives of Greene County, where they re- sided until Mr. Scott's death, which occurred April 9, 1884. IIis widow is still living. Henry was united in marriage January 28, 1864, with Catharine Morris. Mrs. Scott was born in this county July 7, 1848, and is a daughter of Ephraim and Martha (Roseberry) Morris. IIer parents were also natives of Greene County, and resi- dents therein through life. To Mr. and Mrs. Scott have been born six children, of whom four are living-James F., Lucy J., Asa and Sarah. Mr. Scott has been engaged in farming through life, and owns 184 acres of land where he and family live. Mrs. Scott is a devoted member of the Methodist Episcopal Church.
JOSHUA SCOTT, farmer, P. O. Rutan, is one of the pioneers of Greene County, Penn. He was born December 20, 1824, and is a son of James and Mary Scott (nee Sellers). His parents were natives of Greene County, where they resided until their death. On October 10, 1843, Joshua Seott married Naney J. Rinehart. She was born in this eonnty in 1826, and is a danghter of Samuel and Mary Rinehart, both deceased. To Mr. Joshua Scott and wife
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were born four children, of whom three are living -- Mary E., Chris- topher and Samuel. James is the deceased. Mr. Scott has engaged in farming throughout his life, and owns 160 acres of land where le and family reside. He belongs to the Methodist Protestant church, of which his wife, who died January 1, 1866, was also a faithful member. By her death the family were bereft of a faithful and devoted wife and mother.
ASA M. SELLERS, farmer, Rogersville, Penn .- The gentleman whose name heads this sketch is a descendant of one of the pioneer families of Greene County, Penn., where he was born July 8, 1828. His father and mother were David and Elizabeth Sellers, who were also natives of this county, and remained here until their death. Asa Sellers was united in marriage March 31, 1855, with Jane Orn- doff. Mrs. Sellers was born in Center Township March 23, 1832. Iler parents were William and Salome Orndoff (nee Wisecarver). To Mr. and Mrs. Sellers have been born six children, of whom four are living-Elizabeth S., wife of Carey Grimes; William L., Atkin- son HI. and David R. The deceased are Mary A. and Adda M. Mr. Sellers has been engaged in farming and raising stoek all his life, and owns about 200 acres of land where he and family reside. In polities he is a Republican.
THOMAS SMITH, farmer, Rutan, Pean., was born in Center Township January 6, 1836. He is a son of Edmund and Elizabeth (Adamson) Smith, who were natives of Greene County, where they were married and remained until Mr. Smith's death, February 11, 1887. Mrs. Smith is still living. Thomas is their oldest child, and was united in marriage April 19, 1855, with Susannah Scott, who was born in Center Township, September 24, 1836. IIer parents, Elias and Harriet (Kent) Seott, were natives of Greene County and residents there until their death. Mr. and Mrs. Smith are the parents of eight children, seven living -- James L., Hiram R., Laura A., wife of Lindsey D. Grove; William L., Emerson B., Fannie A., Elzie and Harriet E. (deceased). Mr. Smith's life has been devoted to farming and the raising of stock. Ilis farm in Center Township. consists of 289 acres of land, on which are fine substantial buildings. Mr. Smith has filled the office of director of the poor, and has been a member of the school board. He and wife are members of the Baptist Church.
JOB C. SMITH, farmer, Rutan, Penn., was born in Center Township December 1, 1848. He is a son of Edmund and Eliza- beth Smith (nee Adamson), natives of Greene County, Penn., where they resided until Mr. Smith's death in 1887. His widow is still living. Job C. was united in the holy bonds of matrimony Angust 1, 1875, with Christie A. Slusher, who was born in Washington County, Penn., November 11, 1846, and is a daughter of David and
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Elizabeth Slusher (nee Moore). Her parents are also natives of Washington County, and moved to Greene County in 1872. In 1880 they went to Iowa, where they still reside. Mr. and Mrs. Smith have six children-Bessie E., Hattie E., Guy B., Clyde D., Loyd L. and Goldie Z. Mr. Smith is an industrious farmer, and is the owner of 106 acres of land where lie and family live. He and wife are zealous members of the Baptist Church.
J. C. SMITH, retired farmer, Rutan, Penn., was born in Morgan Township, Greene County, Penn., May 11, 1814. His parents, Job and Mary (Cravan) Smith, were natives of Pennsylvania, settled after marriage in Morgan Township, and remained during life. They were the parents of three children. J. C. is their only child living, and was united in marriage July 4, 1839, with Elizabeth Scott. She was born in Center Township March 20, 1821, and is a daughter of John and Susannah Scott (nee Niceswunger). Her parents, who were natives of Greene County, are both deceased. Mr. and Mrs. Smith are the parents of eleven children, of whom ten are living- - William, Sarah A., wife of William Cowen; Jolin, Maria J., wife of James Wells; Mary, Thomas J., Hiram S., Samnel H., Lydia, wife of George Grimes; and Emma A., wife of Samuel Showalter. The deceased is Job, who died in the Andersonville prison. Mr. Smith has been a farmer all his life, and owns a nice home where he and family reside. He and wife are active members of the Methodist Protestant Church.
STEPHIEN STRAWN a retired farmer residing near Waynes- burg, Penn., was born in Franklin Township September 5, 1817. He is a son of Abner and Juda (Grant) Strawn, who were natives of Pennsylvania and died in Washington County. Stephen was united in the holy bonds of matrimony July 15, 1841, with Margaret J. Jewell. Mrs. Strawn was also a native of Franklin Township, born November 3, 1823, and is a daughter of Samuel and Margaret (Mason) Jewell, the former a native of New Jersey and the latter of Ireland. They are now deceased. To Mr. and Mrs. Strawn have been born eight children, seven of whom are living-John, Eliza, wife of Jacob Wilson; Samuel, William, Abner, Mason and Morton T. The deceased is Elizabeth, who was the wife of J. B. Smith. Mr. Strawn has been a farmer all his life, and is the owner of ninety- seven acres of land where he and family reside. IIe has served as school director and inspector of elections in his township.
SAMUEL THOMPSON, P. O. Rogersville, Penn., was born in Center Township, Greene County, Pennsylvania, January 1, 1839. He is a son of Joseph and Margaret (Bowler) Thompson. The former is a native of West Virginia, and the latter of Greene County, Penn., where they were married and made their home until Mr. Thompson's death, which occurred July 7, 1867. Mrs. Thompson
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is still living. She resides with her son Samuel, who was united in marriage March 4, 1865, with Sarah E. Call. Mrs. Thompson was born in Center Township in 1840, and is a daughter of James and Sarah E. Call who were natives of Pennsylvania, and departed this life in Greene County. Mr. and Mrs. Thompson are the parents of nine children, of whom eight are living-Thomas, Harry, Mary B., Maggie, James, Lindsey, Essa and Coral. Henry is deceased. Mr. Thompson was reared on a farm and has devoted almost all his life to farming. He owns about 320 acres of land. When needed in the surface of his country he enlisted in Company F, Eighty-fifth Pennsylvania Volunteers, served for three years, and was in a num- ber of serions engagements. He and wife are faithful members of the Christian Church.
JAMES THROCKMORTON, retired farmer, P. O. Harvey's, Penn., is one of the pioneer farmers of Center Township. IIe was born in Franklin Township, this county, February 22, 1816. His father and mother were Joseph and Catharine (Hulsart) Throckmorton, na- tives of Monmouth County, New Jersey, where they were united in marriage in 1809. Soon after marriage they moved to Franklin Township, Greene County, Penn., and remained until Mrs. Throck- morton's death in March, 1858. After her death Mr. Throckmor- ton was united in marriage the second time in Morrow County, Ohio, with Laura Gilbert, and remained in that county until her death. He then returned to Greene County, Penn., and made his home with his children until his death, September 15, 1881. James, the subject of our sketch, was united in marriage January 9, 1840, with Mary M., daughter of William S. and Jane (Gettys) Harvey. Mrs. Throckmorton was born in Center Township, May 3, 1821. IIer father was a native of Philadelphia, Penn., and represented Greene County in the State Legislature. Her mother was born in Fayette County, Penn. After marriage they settled and remained in Center Township until their death. To Mr. and Mrs. Throck- morton have been born nine children, of whom eight are living- Joseph G., Catharine C., wife of Daniel Hopkins; Mary E., wife of Andrew Frantz; William II .; Maggie C., wife of Robert Dins- more; Sadie A .; Carrie L., wife of George C. Davis, and Emma F., wife of John M. Burroughs. Mr. Throckmorton is a millwright by trade, which he followed for fifteen years. He has since engaged in farming, and owns 120 acres of land where he and family live. Mr. and Mrs. Throckmorton are active members of the Methodist Epis- copal Church, and the entire family are highly respected by all who know them.
SAMUEL THROCKMORTON, deceased, who was a farmer of Rogersville, Penn., was born in Franklin Township, May 21. 1818. He was a son of Morford and Margaret (Hill) Throckmorton. His
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father came from New Jersey, and his mother was a native of Greene County, Penn., where they were married and spent all their lives. Samuel was united in marriage July 24, 1844, with Nancy Reese, who was born near Waynesburg, Penn., January 31, 1825. Mrs. Throckmorton is the only daughter of John and Elizabeth (Drips) Reese, also natives of Greene County, where they remained until their death. To Mr. and Mrs. Throckmorton were born eight chil- dren, of whom seven are living, viz., Elizabeth M., wife of James B. Smith; William S., John R., James B., Thomas M., Albert B. and Charlie. The deceased is Margaret, who was the wife of Morgan Ross, and departed this life February 6, 1883. Mr. Throckmorton was a farmer and wool-grower in his life-time. At the time of his death he owned about 980 acres of land, and his wife abont 200 acres. He was a member of the M. E. Church, and during the last half of his life he held at varions times the position of trustee and leader in his chosen denomination. Mrs. Throckmorton is a faithful member of the Presbyterian Church. Mr. Throckmorton was killed by lightning, July 28, 1881, while at work in the field with four of his sons. By his death the county lost a good citizen and his family a kind hus- band and father.
JESSE ULLOM, merchant, Rogersville, Penn. - Among the substantial business men of Rogersville, we take pleasure in men- tioning Jesse Ullom, who was born in Greene County June 20, 1836. He is a son of Daniel T. and Anna (Johnson) Ullom, who were natives of Greene County, where they resided until Mr. Ullom's death, in October, 1881. IIis widow survives him. This union was blessed with twelve children, nine of whom are living- three sons and six daughters. On March 29, 1861, Jesse was united in marriage with Phoebe Morris, who was born in this county No- vember 11, 1843. She is a daughter of Ephraim and Martha Morris, both deceased. Mr. and Mrs. Morris were the parents of ten chil- dren, of whom eight are living. Mr. and Mrs. Ullom have a family of seven children, four living, viz., Thomas M., Mattie A., John T. and Jesse F. The deceased are Fannie L. and two infants. Mr. Ullom has been engaged in farming and merchandising all his life. He owns forty-seven acres of land, nice property in Rogersville, also a general country store. In 1881 he was elected to the office of justice of the peace in Center Township, and has been serving in that capacity ever since. He and wife are active members of the Methodist Protestant Church.
ROBERT WATSON, farmer and stock-dealer, Holbrook, Penn., was born in West Bethlehem Township, Washington County, April 12, 1847. He is a son of John and Anna Watson. His father was a native of Ireland, and came with his parents to America when ten years of age. IIis mother is a native of Pennsylvania, where she
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and Mr. Watson were married in Washington County, and remained there until their death. Mr. John Watson departed this life in 1856, and Mrs. Watson in 1869. They are buried on the farm at the head of Castile, where the family settled when they first came to this country. In 1870 Robert Watson married Kate Anderson, who was a native of Amwell Township, Washington County, and born in 1848. Her parents were John and Anna (Howshow) Anderson, natives of Pennsylvania and residents in Greene County through life. Mr. and Mrs. Watson have seven children-Samuel, John I., Smith, Anna F., George W., Maggie and Lizzie. Mr. Watson was reared on a farm and has made farming and stock-dealing his busi- ness through life. He owns about 112 acres of land where he re- sides with his family. During the late Rebellion he went into the service of his country in Company D, Sixth Pennsylvania Cavalry, and served until the close of the war. He and wife are consistent mem- bers of the Christian Church, and are highly respected by all who know them.
SAMUEL WEBSTER. a successful farmer and stock-dealer, Rutan, Penn., was born in Jefferson Township, this county, Novem- ber 23, 1833. He is a son of John and Elizabeth (Cowell) Webster. The former was a native of New Jersey, and the latter of Greene County, Penn., where they were married and remained until about the year 1868, at which time they moved to Iowa. where Mr. Web- ster departed this life. November 9, 1871. His widow then returned to Greene County, and died May 11, 1574. They were the parents of twelve children, eleven of whom are living. In September. 1856, Samuel Webster married Lucinda Goodwin, a native of Center Town- ship, and daughter of John Goodwin, now deceased. By this mar- riage Mr. Webster is the father of two children, one living, Mary E., wife of Andrew Johnson, and John, deceased. Mrs. Webster de- parted this life in 1860. Mr. Webster was afterwards married, Sep- tember 29, 1863, to Nancy Higinbotham, who was born in West Virginia, October 7, 1834. Her parents were Thomas and Lucretia Higinbotham, who departed this life in West Virginia. Mr. and Mrs. Webster are the parents of eight children-Lucinda J., wife of Daniel W. Jacobs; William W., Anna M., Samuel H., Bertha B., Maggie A., John I. and Adolphus S. Having been reared on a farm, Mr. Webster has devoted his whole attention to farming and stock- dealing, and owns about 425 acres of land in Greene County, besides hotel property at Ryerson's Station, Penn. He is one of the enter- prising and industrious business men of Center Township. Mr. and Mrs. Webster are leading members in the Baptist Church.
BENJAMIN L. WOODRUFF, physician, Holbrook, Penn., was born in Washington County, Penn., August 3. 1822, and is a son of Jesse and Rebecca (Wilson) Woodruff. His father was born in Eliza-
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beth, N. J., June 15, 1784. IIis mother was born August 27, 1788, in Washington County, Penn., where they made their home for a num- ber of years. Jesse Woodruff departed this life March 3, 1862, and his wife April 8, 1870. The Doctor was united in marriage the first time March 31, 1847, with Martha, daughter of Samuel Barnett. Mrs. Woodruff was a native of Washington County, Penn. By this marriage Dr. Woodruff is the father of three children-William B., Emily, and Dr. Samuel W. (deceased). Mrs. Woodruff departed this life January 25, 1854. The Doctor was afterwards united in mar- riage, September 13, 1855, with Acinda Lough, who was born in West Virginia, April 10, 1836. Her parents, John and Sarah (Basnett) Longh, were natives of West Virginia, and remained there until their death. By his second marriage Dr. Woodruff is the father of seven children, six living-Newton C. (late editor Waynesburg Mes- senger), Dora, Lillie, Bessie, Acinda, Benjamin L., and Flora (de- ceased). Dr. Woodruff began reading medicine about 1844, with Dr. W. G. Barnett, and graduated in 1848. He first engaged in the practice of his profession in Rogersville, Penn., and from there went to West Virginia and remained until 1861. He then moved to his present location, and has been in active practice ever since. He owns 420 acres of land where he and family reside. He and wife' are mem- bers of the Christian Church.
E. W. WOOD, farmer, Oak Forest, Penn., is among the repre- sentative farmers and wool dealers of Greene County. He was born in Franklin Township, October 28, 1837. ITis parents were Jolin D. and Nancy (Crichfield) Wood, also natives of this county, where they were married and remained until their death. Mr. Wood departed this life September 26, 1876, and his wife October 12, 1849. They had a family of seven children, of whom five are now living. E. W. Wood was united in marriage, October 17, 1867, with Mary J. Pat- terson, who was born in Whiteley Township, this county, September 11, 1844. She was a daughter of William and Rhoda Patterson, also natives of Greene County, and residents therein through life. To Mr. and Mrs. Wood were born five children, of whom four are living, viz: C. Endsley, Norman, Edward, Mary, and Charles B. (de- ceased). Mr. Wood is a tanner by trade, in which he engaged until twenty-five years of age. He then enlisted in Company K, Fifteenth Pennsylvania Cavalry, and served his country three years. IIe is a member of Mccullough Post, No. 367, G. A. R. When the war was over he engaged in the wool and stock business, and also farmed extensively. Ile is the owner of 160 acres of land where he and family live. Mr. Wood is a member of the M. E. Church, of which his deceased wife was also a devoted member. She departed this life January 30, 1881, and by her death the family was bereft of a kind and affectionate wife and mother.
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