History of Crawford and Richland counties, Wisconsin, Part 132

Author: Butterfield, Consul Willshire, 1824-1899. [from old catalog]; Union publishing company, Springfield, Ill., pub. [from old catalog]
Publication date: 1884
Publisher: Springfield, Ill., Union publishing company
Number of Pages: 1298

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"At that time the entire region where Rich- land Centre now is, was an unbroken wilder- ness. Bringing with him the experience and fruits of a laborious life in Ohio, Mr. Krouskop was prepared to lay more broadly the founda- tion of a goodly estate here, and the result has been far more satisfactory than has fallen to the lot of most men. His prudence and sagaci- ty, together with that of his faithful wife, who lingers on the shore behind him, were crowned with ample success. Ilis enterprising sons and sons-in-law, known far and near as successful business men, have continued to seek his counsel in his declining years.

"Mr. Krouskop has been a member of the M. E. Church for over half a century. On his removal west, he united his religions fortunes with the feeble society at Sextonville, with which he has ever since been connected. His aid and counsel have always been of valne. Not of a very demonstrative nature, yet in the social meetings with his brethren his heart often melted with tenderness as he talked of Jesus, and his power to save. ITis last sickness was short and painful, but with an unfaltering trust in Jesus' blood, he went hence.

"The funeral was an occasion of great inter- est and was attended by a very large concourse. The circle of relatives alone was large enough to nearly fill the church, while the citizens turned out en masse to testify their respect to his memory. The writer was called from a dis- tant field of labor to preach the sermon, having been an acquaintance of the family since their first settlement in the State.

"Father Kronskop was laid to rest in the peaceful cemetery among the hills, side by side with some of his kindred who had passed on before him, and in near proximity to others with whom he had often worshiped in this changing world. Together, we trust, they now rejoice before the throne."

Zachariah Hale died in the town of Orion, on the 6th of March, 1878, aged fifty-three years. The deceased was born in Marion Co., Ind. Ile came to and cast his lot with friends in Richland county in 1856, and resided here until the time of his death. His amiable dis- position and unflinching integrity gained for bim many friends. He left a large circle of relatives to mourn his loss.

Martin Banker died in the town of Rock- bridge, on the 14th of March, 1878, aged eighty years. Mr. Banker was another of the pioneers of the county, having settled here in 1853.

Capt. J. G. S. Ilayward, an old, well known and prominent citizen of Richland county, died at his home in the town of Eagle, on the 3d day of May, 1878. Mr. Hayward was born near Cincinnati, Ohio, Sept. 11, 1819. Ile emigrated to Wisconsin in 1854, and settled in the town of Richwood, now Orion. He soon after ro- moved to and settled in the town of Eagle, where he lived until the time of his death. Ile was one of the most useful and highly esteemed citizens. "The death of so good a man is al- ways to be regretted." Mr. Hayward was ever ready to help all the interests, either public or private, in his neighborhood. He embraced the faith in Christ in 1843, and since that time he has exemplified the Christian life, which en-

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abled him to bear his afflietions without a mur- mur, and to meet death without a struggle. He left a wife, two children and five grand- children to mourn his loss.

Daniel Householder died at his home, in the town of Bloom, in August, 1878. Mr. House- holder had lived in Richland county almost a quarter of a century, coming here from Ohio in about 1854. At the time of his death he had reached the extreme old age of ninety-nine years.

Henry J. Smith died in the town of Rich- land, on the 30th day of September, 1878, aged fifty-nine years. He died of a cancer, after lingering and suffering intensely for eight months. Mr. Smith was one of the early set- tlers of the county, having settled here in 1851. He was an industrious, peaceable and respected citizen, and his memory will be long cherished by his many friends.

Joshua Ewing died in the town of Sylvan, Jan. 26, 1879, of heart disease, aged seventy years. Mr. Ewing was born in Maryland; but he came west at an early day and settled in Richland county. He was a member of the Methodist Church for nearly half a century, and was a man who held the respect and esteem of all. He left a large family to mourn his loss.

On the 20th of Jauniry, 1879, in the town of Rockbridge, Morris Freeman died, aged seven- ty-six years. Mr. Freeman was born in llerki- mer Co., N. Y., where he remained until 1846, when he came to Wisconsin and settled for a time in Waukesha county. In 1855 he removed to Richland county with his family, and located in the town of Rockbridge, where he lived until the time of his death. He raised a family of six children, five of whom survived him. As a neighbor, a friend and a worthy citizen, he was much respected, and, as was said in his obitu- ary, "as he leaves us, we feel deeply that an- other land-mark and pioneer of the county has passed to that land from whence no traveler returns."

On the 6th of April, 1879, James Dowling, an old and highly respected citizen of the town of Westford, was killed by an accident. Hlis son was cutting down a tree, Mr. Dowling being near by. When the tree fell a limb struck him on the back of the head, killing him instantly

Thomas Kinney died at his residence in Richland Center, on the 6th of April, 1879, aged seventy-seven years. Mr. Kinney was one of the early pioneers of Richland county. He was born in Nova Scotia in 1801. He moved to Canada West in 1838, to Waukesha ('o., Wis., and to Richland county, where he has sinee lived, in 1853. He left an aged companion and several grown children. He was a highly re- spected citizen.

Cornelius McCarthy, an old citizen of Richland county, died at his home in the town of Henri- etta, on the 14th of September, 1879. Mr. Mc- Carthy was a resident of the county for twenty- seven years. During the war he served with distinction in the army, and was severely wounded in the battle of Bayou Cache, Ar- kansas.

Martin Munson, aged sixty-two years, died at his residence in the town of Akan, Oct. 21, 1879, after having been confined to his bed for over two months. He was born March 1, 1817, in Norway; emigrated to this country in 1849, and in 1850 settled in the town of Akan, Richland county, where he lived until the time of his death. His early days here were a life of toil and hardship. Accompanied by two other families, they drove their teams as far as Port Andrew, and from there carried their house- hold goods, including stoves, some seven or eight miles, as it was impossible to drive the team through the woods. llis death was widely regretted. He was held in high esteem not only by his own countrymen but by all who knew him.

William W. Garfield died at his home in the town of llenrietta, on the 25th of October, 1879, aged seventy-two years. Mr. Garfield was a native of Vermont, but came west at an early

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day, settling with his family in Richland county in 1853. He was a man of sterling integrity and worth, in every walk of life which he trod.

The Richland County Republican, in announc- ing the death of Joseph Benton, Sr., a pioneer, which occurred July 14, 1880, makes the follow- ing expressive remarks:

"The old citizens of Richland county are fast passing away. Within the past three or four years a very large per cent. of the early settlers of the county have passed to that other and brighter shore. The latest death which we have been called upon to announce, is that of one of the best men who ever crossed to America's shore-Joseph Benton, Sr., who died at his residence in the town of Marshall, July 14, 1880, after a protracted illness of twelve months, who had reached the ripe age of seventy- seven years and two months. Mr. Benton was born in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, April 20, 1803; emigrated to America in 1834, settled in Ohio, and lived there until 1855. when he re- moved to Wisconsin and settled on Fancy creek, town of Marshall, Richland county, where he resided until the time of his death. He was one of the early pioneers of the county, and contributed his means and energy to develop the resources of the county. Ile was a mem- ber of the Presbyterian Church, and died with the hope of a better life beyond the coufines of time. The funeral services were conducted by the Rev. M. Leonard. A large concourse of his neighbors followed him to his last resting- place, thereby showing their appreciation and respect for his memory. He leaves three sons and one daughter, and an aged widow, to mourn their irreparable loss."

"John Fogo, one of the pioneer settlers, and a well-known citizen died at his home on Fancy creek, on Friday, Sept. 1, 1876. Mr. Fogo was born in Kilmarnock, Ayrshire, Scotland, in 1799, and was at the time of his death about seventy- seven years of age.

"He received the elements of a good education in the parish school, which he attended until

twelve years of age. Ile was then apprenticed as a weaver, and while 'carning his trade he enjoyed, among other means of improvement, free access to the parish library, of which he made good use. storing up its contents in a memory wonderfully retentive. Gifted with a mind of extraordin ary capacity, which was thus cultivated to the highest degree, and in the broad- est sense of education, at that period he laid the foundation of his greit knowledge of history, both ancient and modern, which remained with him until the day of his death.

"Ile came with his parents to America in 1820, and settled in Columbiana Co., Ohio, and was among the early pioneers in that section. At the time of his settlement in Ohio, it was a new and wild country -the foot-prints of the savage were barely cokl.

"Ile removed to Wisconsin in 1853, bringing with him a large family of young children, and settled on Fancy creek, where he has ever since resided, and again passed through the labors and struggles incident to opening up a new country. He was preceded in his settlement on Faney creek by only three or four families. From that time he has been well known in the county. By his neighbors he was honored and beloved, and he was held in great esteem by all who knew him. Ile has repeatedly been hon- ored by his fellow-townsmen with many offices of honor and trust. He aided in the organiza- tion of the town of Marshall; was its first chair- man, which office he held for sixteen years con- secutively, always being elected without oppo- sition.

"During his whole life he has been a constant attendant upon the preaching of the gospel in the Presbyterian Church, in which he was born and baptized. In that Church he has been a member in full communion for a number of years past. He always had a firm conviction in the divine inspiration and truth of the Scrip- tures, and believed in their inculeations, in order to sustain pure society and a prosperous government. In the close of life, by faith in

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God, through the Scriptures, he found submis- sion to the Divine will, with peace and joy. Mr. Fogo was remarkably genial in his disposi- tion, and his society was highly prized by those who delight in conversation that is intelligent and full of information. Many persons have enjoyed his company for an hour, or hours in a very pleasant and profitable manner.

"He leaves to mourn his loss, a companion, with whom he lived nearly half a century. Also eight sons and daughters, all of whom, ex- cept one living in Minnesota, are settled in families in the neighborhood, and were around his dying bed.

"The deceased was a great sufferer for the past few years, but his final end was free from pain and suffering. Ile passed away as calmly as the falling asleep of an infant.

"Thus has passed away, at the ripe age of nearly four score years, another of our early pioneers -a man whose honesty and integrity was re- ligion, and whose greatest heritage to his de- scendants is his exemp lary life and untarnished honor."-[From the Richland county Republi- can and Observer.

In the Republican and Observer of Feb. 10, 1881, appears the following item which explains itself :- "We notice an announcement of the death of W. P. Furey, who will be remembered by the older residents of the county, as the founder of the first democratic paper published in the county-The Democrat. This paper, we believe was established in 1859, and was published for about a year. The senior editor of the Republican and Observer, W. M. Fogo, set his first type under the direction of Mr. Furey. After he left here he went to Darlington, from there to Iowa and thence back to Pennsylvania, his native State. For years we had lost track of him. Following is the notice of his death referred to:

"We regret to announce the death of William P. Furey, of Altoona, Penn., which occurred at San Antonio, Texas, in January, 1881. Mr. Furey was originally from

Mauch Chunk, Penn., and was a printer by trade. He came west in 1858, and worked for a short time in Darlington, in a printing office which was started there before it was made the county seat. . During the winter of 1558-9 he went to Warren, Ill., and worked for a few months in what is now the Sentinel office, and it was while there we first became acquainted with him. He afterward married a sister of Rev. Mr. Safford, now of Darlington. After remaining a number of years in the west he went back to Pennsylvania and engaged in the publishing business at Altoona. About a year ago his health began to fail, being attacked by that dread disease consumption. A month or two ago, accompanied by his wife, he went to San Antonio, Texas, hoping that the salubri- ous climate of that part of the country might prove beneficial to him, but he had hardly reached the place before the grim messenger called for him."-(Platteville Witness, Feb. 3, 1881.)

Jonathan Totton, one of the old settlers of the town of Marshall, died quite suddenly on Feb. 14, 1881. Mr. Totton was born in Wash- ington Co., Penn, in March 1802, and was therefore nearly eighty years of age at the time of his death. He removed to Ohio at an early day, and in 1855 came to Riehland Co., Wis., and settled on Fancy creek where he remained until the time of his death. Mr. Totton had been a member of the Disciple Church for over forty years. lle was a very conscientions, upright and honest citizen, and highly esteemed by his neighbors and friends.

Isaac McMahan, an old citizen of the town of Bloom, died March 14, 1881, after a painful illness extending over a period of three years, of cancer. Mr. MeMahan was born in Ohio, and at the time of his death was seventy-four years of age. Ile was truly a pioneer of Rich- land county, having removed here and settled in the town of Bloom in 1853.

Myron C. Pease, an old and esteemed citizen of Richland Center, died of typhoid pneumonia,

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on the 18th of April, 1881. Mr. Pease was born in Weston, Vt., April 17, 1842. He came to Richland Center with his parents in 1857, and resided here until the time of his death. In 1864 he was married to Emma, second daughter of C. W. Huntington, and his widow and two children survive him. The Republican and Observer in speaking of his sad death said: "Mr. Pease has been actively identified with the business interests of Richland Center, ever since he has been old enough, and has pushed steadily forward mastering the small details as well as the more comprehensive affairs of a large and growing business. For a while he was associated with his brothers in the retail trade, but after- wards engaged in the wholesale notion business for himself, for a number of years. At the time of his death he was traveling for a Chicago wholesale house. The same warm, generous, impulsive nature, which as a school boy made all who knew him, love and admire him, was manifested in his associations; for with ad- vaneing years his genial qualities became broader and deeper until it became almost an unwritten law in the business and social circles in this community that Myron C. Pease was the soul of honor. Ever ready with a kindly word, or his purse, he was never appealed to in vain for a good cause. To his family and friends and indeed to all, this character was like sun- shine, and by its truth and brightness, it was a guide. To all men he was the same and to those who were in trouble or in need and ap- pealed to him, he gave good counsel and what assistance was needed, for his was a helping hand."

Samuel Davis, an old and honored citizen of the county, died at his home in the town of Ith- aca, April 17, 1881,of paralysis of the heart, aged eighty-one years. "Father" Davis, as he was usually called was born in Washington county, Penn., Oct. 27, 1799. He moved to Wayne Co., Ohio with his parents at an early day, and in March, 1845 removed to Indiana He removed from that State to Wisconsin, ar-

riving at Spring Green, June 13, 1855, and dur- ing the same year he moved to Willow creek, Richland county, where he resided until the time of his death. Father Davis was a good neighbor and an honorable citizen.

Mrs. Thomas Mathews, one of the very car- liest settlers in the county died at her home in Orion on the 23rd of August, 1881. Mrs. Mathews was born in Illinois in 1825, and came to Wisconsin in 1839. In 1840 she was married to Thomas Mathews, who survives her, and in 1842, they settled in Orion, where they have since lived.

William Recob, an old and respected citizen of the town of Eagle, died on the 9th of Sep- tember, 1881, of paralysis, with which he had been afflicted for over four years. Mr. Recob settled in the town of Eagle in 1854. When the call was issued for volunteers at the break- ing out of the Rebellion, Mr. Recob was among the first to respond, and left his home and family, like thousands of others, to save his country and government. He served his term faithfully, and received an honorable discharge. He was present at the surrender of Gen. Lee at Appo- mattox, and received injuries from which he never recovered, but the effects continued to in- crease on him with advancing age until he was rendered entirely helpless, and continued so until death relieved his sufferings. His funeral was attended at Pleasant Hill church by a large number of sympathizing friends. The services were conducted by Rev. John Walworth, the sermon being founded on Job xix., 24-25, the text chosen by the deceased.

Randolph L. Carver, postmaster at Port An- drew, was found dead at the water's edge of the Wisconsin river. The facts elicited at the coroner's inquest, in regard to his death, were substantially as follows: Mr. Carver arose early in the morning, ate his breakfast, waited upon several callers at the postoffice, talked with several persons, and was apparently in usual health. Ile was last seen alive walking toward the river with an ax in his hand. In less than

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ten minutes afterward his son saw a railroad tie floating in the water. He went down to get it out, and found his father lying with his feet in the water -dead. Others saw him at almost the same instant. The verdict of the jury was that he died of heart disease. Mr. Carver was an old and respected citizen. He settled at Port Andrew in 1854, and was postmaster for over twenty years. He was always obliging in the discharge of his official duties, and was ever willing to lend a helping hand to those in need. He was fifty-eight years old. He left a wife and three children to mourn his sudden death.

David Wallace, an old citizen of Lone Rock, died quite suddenly on Nov. 13, 1881. Mr. Wallace was born in Iroquois, Canada, June 10, 1800. In 1821 he was wedded to Lydia Ilitchcock, from which union sprang up a family of ten boys and two girls, all of whom survived him. In 1849 Mr. Wallace brought his family to the United States, locating in Ohio, where they resided until 1853, when they came to Richland Co., Wis. In 1865 the wife and mother died, since which time the old gentleman had resided with his son, John Wal- lace, of Lone Rock.

German Tadder, an old citizen of Richland Center, died on the 18th of November, 1881, aged sixty-four years. Mr. Tadder was one of the earliest settlers of the county, having come here in 1851 and settled on Fancy creek. At the outbreak of the war in 1861, he joined, upon its organization, the company known as the Richland Plowboys, and which afterwards became company D, of the 11th Wisconsin Volunteer Infantry. He remained with the company until compelled by disease to get a discharge, and took part with the regiment in the campaign in Missouri and Arkansas, in the summer of 1862. After his discharge he re- turned home and again took up the pursuits of civil life. For a number of years prior to his death he was unable to do any kind of labor, owing to disease and infirmities. He was an honest man-lived respected and died regretted.

The following is a list of the pioneers who died during 1881: William Akan, William Re- cob, Myron C. Pease, Mrs. Thomas Whitcraft, Mrs. John Fogo, Mrs. Clarisa Shannon, Amos Poff, German Tadder, R. L. Carver, C. W.Jones, Elizabeth Allen, Ann Finnegan, Emma M. Har- ter, Mrs. Samuel McMillan, Almeda E. Gress, Samuel Davis, Mrs. H. H. Barnard, Dama Dewey, Peter Welsh, Mrs. W. F. Lewis, Mrs. Dighton Chesemore, Helen Conable Aldrich, Prudence Hart, Sarah Brightman, Henry Dil- lon, Lodema T. Ketcham, Mrs. T. J. Graham, Mrs. Thomas Mathews, S. N. Thompson and Mrs. Samuel Fries.

The death of John Coumbe, the first settler in Richland county, occurred at his home in Port Andrew, on May 2, 1882.

James Weldy, an old and respected citizen of the town of Eagle, died May 16, 1882, aged about seventy years.

B. P. Plato, an old and honored citizen of Wisconsin, died at Richland Center, August 1, 1882, aged sixty-nine years.

Alden Haseltine, an old citizen of Richland county, died at his residence in the town of Rock- bridge, on the 10th of February, 1883. Mr. Haseltine was born in the State of Vermont, in 1808. He came to the county at a very early day, and located in what is now the town of Rockbridge. He was always enterprising and active in all the interests and improvements of his own town and the county generally, and held various positions of public trust and re- sponsibility.

Samuel McMillan died at the home of his son, Joseph McMillan, in the town of Orion, Feb. 10, 1883, at the ripe old age of eighty years, after a short illness. His death was mourned by many relatives and friends. Mr. MeMillan was born at Conococheagne, Penn., April 21, 1803. He moved with his family to Richland county in the spring of 1855 and settled in the town of Orion, where he resided until the time of his death. He followed farming as an occu- pation, but did the blacksmithing of his com-

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munity for many years. His aged and estima- ble partner in life passed to that other shore ten years in advance of him. Mr. and Mrs. McMillan reared a family of four sons and five daughters. Two sons were killed in the army; one has since died, and the other, Joseph, is still a resident of Orion. The daughters are- Mrs. James McClaren, Mrs. John Rue, Mrs. Joseph Privott and Mrs. S. Sherman, of the town of Orion ; and Mrs. D. E. O. Bird, of Dakota.

Andrew Lewis, one of the pioneer settlers of the town of Richland, died very suddenly, Oct. 4, 1883, Mr. Lewis was born in the State of Pennsylvania, Sept. 25, 1823. He removed to Jefferson Co., Ohio, when young, where, in

1852, he was married to Sarah A. Vanpool. Ile lived two years in Belmont Co., Ohio, and then removed to Richland county, where he remained until the time of his death. He left a wife, twelve children, eight grandchildren, seven brothers and sisters and many kind friends to mourn his death.

James Collins, another pioneer settler of Richland county, died at his home on Ash creek, Oct. 16, 1883.

Caleb Waggoner died at the residence of his brother, Dr. Joseph Waggoner, in Ravenna, Ohio, Oet. 16, 1883. He is noticed elsewhere at length.

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CHAPTER XV.

THE MEDICAL PROFESSION.

As to who was the first disciple of Galen and Ilippocrates to locate in the pristine days of Richland county's history, has been a work of much difficulty to gather, but a desire for his- torical accuracy, and a diligent research in the annals of the past, have developed the fact that, Dr. Ilartsborn has the honor of being the pioneer of that profession. He came into Richland county as early as 1848 from Illinois and settled at what was then called Gage's (later Law's) ferry, on the Wisconsin river. Ile remained until 1850 or 1851, when he left for parts unknown.

Dr. Henry McNelly was the second physician to locate within the limits of Richland county. Dr. McNelly was born at Cineinnati, Ohio, in 1821. In 1830 he removed with his parents to Clinton Co., Ind. In 1843-4 he studied medi- eine, and until 1849 he practiced in Indiana. July 4, 1849, he started for Wisconsin, and in August of the same year he located in Orion, Richland county. Here he remained many years, practicing his profession, but moved to the village of Richland Center in 1861 and remained there a short time, removing from thence to the southern part of the county again. Ile is now in Dakota.

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History of Crawford and Richland counties, Wisconsin, Part 132

Author: Butterfield, Consul Willshire, 1824-1899. [from old catalog]; Union publishing company, Springfield, Ill., pub. [from old catalog] Publication date: 1884 Publisher: Springfield, Ill., Union publishing company Number of Pages: 1298

Author: Butterfield, Consul Willshire, 1824-1899. [from old catalog]; Union publishing company, Springfield, Ill., pub. [from old catalog]
Publication date: 1884
Publisher: Springfield, Ill., Union publishing company
Number of Pages: 1298