J. LAMPMAN, farmer; P. O. Berkshire; is a son of Stephen P. and Susan (Lowen) Lampman; his father was born in 1788, in New York, and came to Ohio in 1830, and died Aug. 15, 1842; his mother was a daughter of John Lowen, and was born in 1798, in Vermont. Mr. Lampman, the subject of this sketch, was born Oct. 25, 1826, in Oswego Co., N. Y., and came with his parents by canal and lake to Ohio; his younger days were spent in attending school and farming. He was married in 1848, to Mary A. Wheeler; she was born in 1823, in New York; they have one child––Stephen A. He married Elvira Frost, daughter of John M. Frost; they have four children––John F., Durell, Anna and Mary. Mr. Lampman settled in Trenton Township in 1849, and, in 1855, he moved to Marshall Co., Iowa, and there farmed 270 acres, where he remained until 1866, and then returned to Berkshire Township and enraged in farming 155 acres which he bought, paying $8,200 cash; this is a fine farm and well suited to raising sheep, which he makes a specialty. He is a member of Sparrow Lodge, No. 400, A., F. & A. M.
Source: History of Delaware County and Ohio; Chicago: O. L. Baskin & Co., Historical Publishers, 1880, p. 687
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Trenton Twp. –
MRS. E. LANDON, farming; P. O. Sunbury; is a daughter of Joseph and Sarah (Taylor) Patrick; her father came to Ohio, in 1809, by team, and had on arrival 50 cents; settling in Kingston Township, where he bought for his first farm the one now owned by David H. Elliott, and the birthplace of the subject (which was April 6, 1812). She was married in 1829, to George Landon, a son of Samuel and Hannah (Atherton) Landon; he was born Aug. 23, 1806, in Luzerne Co., Penn., and came to Ohio by team with his father. The result of this union was four children––Elizabeth, died at the age of 2 years; John, born in 1832, in Berkshire Township, in 1856 he went to California, and there and in Nevada he mined nine years, when he returned; Hannah was married, July 26 1871, to Lyman Carpenter, who died Aug. 25, 1872; Joseph P., born May 2, 1838, he served about eighteen months in the army, during the late war, in the 96th O. V. I. The father died Nov. 26, 1850, when the family moved to Sunbury, and there remained until 1858, when they bought a farm west of Sunbury, known as the Gilbert Carpenter farm; in 1873, they moved on to their present place. This farm contains 205 acres, and belongs to the two boys, John and J. P.; they have recently bought 67 acres, known as the old Longshore farm in Berkshire Township. Mrs. Landon is the owner of 100 acres of fine land in Berkshire Township. Her father was Treasurer of Delaware Co. for several terms, and was Commissioner for some time, and also Justice of the Peace, for years. The great-grandfather Landon emigrated from Scotland, at an early day, and settled on Long Island.
Source: History of Delaware County and Ohio; Chicago: O. L. Baskin & Co., Historical Publishers, 1880, pp. 831-832
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Thompson Twp. –
CYRUS LARCOM, farmer; P. O. Richwood, Union Co.; was born in New York State in 1818; his father was a native of Connecticut, and mother of York State; in about 1824 he went with his parents to Pennsylvania, where he resided until 1836, when they again moved; this time they came to Delaware Co., Ohio, where our subject has remained ever since; he is now living with his fourth wife; his first marriage was, Aug. 28, 1840, to Miss Margaret Simpson, who was born Oct. 30, 1818; her parents were natives of Harrison Co., Ohio; from this marriage there were three children; the eldest, Levi, was born April 13, 1842; John T., Feb. 2, 1845; Collins, Feb. 28, 1847; the mother of these children died about 1849; he was married Nov. 15, 1850, to Miss Mary Griffith, and from this marriage, seven children, all of whom are now living––Sarah D., born Oct. 1, 1851; Cyrus J., June 16, 1853; Samuel R., Sept. 23, 1855; Celestia J., Feb. 18, 1858; Sophronia A., July 16, 1860; Rosella, Aug. 2, 1863; Mary M., Oct. 6, 1866, and the mother was born Nov. 2, 1830, and died Nov. 29, 1869. Mr. Larcom then married Mrs. Johnston, who died Aug. 19, 1878; he married his fourth wife, Caroline Lister, May 27, 1879; she was born Sept. 21, 1824; he is a member of the Disciples Church, in good standing; and is a faithful, Christian man.
Source: History of Delaware County and Ohio; Chicago: O. L. Baskin & Co., Historical Publishers, 1880, p. 803
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Thompson Twp. –
THOMAS LAVENDER, deceased; was born in Sussex, Eng., April 27, 1793; came to America in about 1818; landed at New York, going from there to Pennsylvania, where he remained until about 1836, when he came to Delaware Co., where he died Feb. 15, 1876; he was married twice; first, in England about 1815; by this union there were five children; the oldest, Luke, was born March 2, 1816; John, Nov. 24, 1817; Elizabeth, Jan. 26, 1820; Martha, Nov. 26, 1821; Thomas, Aug. 8, 1823; the mother, Elizabeth Lavender, died Dec. 5, 1823; Mr. Lavender was married to his second wife, Maria Gear, in 1825, by whom there were eight children; Sally was born Oct. 16, 1825; Delia, June 16, 1838; Leonard, Aug. 27, 1830; Jessey, Feb. 25, 1833; Permelia, Dec. 20, 1836; Laura, Jan. 6, 1839; Reuben, Aug. 27, 1841; Luther, Oct. 6, 1843. Reuben Lavender, the next to the youngest son, was married to Miss Jennie Curry May 2, 1865; she was born in this county Jan. 15, 1848; is the sixth child of a family of nine children; her parents were natives of Licking Co., Ohio; came to Delaware Co. in 1836; the subject of this sketch was a brick-maker by trade; he burned the first kiln of brick and built one of the first brick houses in Thompson Township; he purchased 153 acres of land when he came to the county, which, by the aid of his sons, he improved; Reuben fell heir to this farm; upon it he was born and raised; it would be difficult to find a better one, and he will most likely spend his life there; by his union with Miss Curry, there are three children––Ella E., born Nov. 3, 1866; Willie R., April 28, 1869; Clara B., Dec. 1, 1876. Like his father, politically, he is a Republican, and with his wife, member of the M. E. Church; the parents were members of the Protestant Methodist Church.
Source: History of Delaware County and Ohio; Chicago: O. L. Baskin & Co., Historical Publishers, 1880, p. 803
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Radnor Twp. –
WILLIAM LAWRENCE, farmer and stock-raiser; P. O. Delaware; was born in Breconshire, Wales, Oct. 29, 1829; is son of David and Ann (Penry) Lawrence, both of whom were natives of Wales. In 1823, they emigrated to the United States arriving in Radnor Township, Delaware Co., Ohio, in October of the same year; on the 17th of November, 1829, the father sickened and died; at the time of his death, there were five children in the family three sons and two daughters; the mother died Sept. 29, 1838. Our subject’s early life was spent upon a farm; when 15 years of age, went to Delaware to learn the cabinet-maker’s trade; he remained two years, then went to Worthington, Franklin Co., where he worked two years; at the expiration of that time he, in company with others went to the Choctaw Nation, Indian Ter., and there assisted in the building of the “Spencer Academy;” he remained in the “Nation” and Texas about six years, when he returned to his home in Ohio; here he remained until the spring of 1849, when he started for the then newly discovered gold fields of California, arriving there in September of the same year; while in California, he was engaged in mining and mercantile pursuits, in all of which he was very successful. In the spring of 1855, he returned to Delaware Co., and purchased a large farm, in Radnor Township, upon which he has since resided. He was united in marriage with Harriet Griswold Feb. 20, 1856; she was born in Franklin Co., Ohio May 4, 1825; her parents, George H. and Mila (Thompson) Griswold, were descendants of two of the first families that settled in Worthington, Franklin Co., Ohio. The Griswolds as well as the Thompsons held a great many positions, civil and military, and their descendants are among the best-known and most-respected citizens of Central Ohio. Mr. Lawrence began life as a poor boy, and what he now possesses he attained by close attention to business, combined with honesty and industry; he owns 214 acres of nicely improved land in Radnor Township, and a well-improved and nicely situated property in the city of Delaware. Mr. Lawrence is a man of extended information and correct business habits; he is a stanch Republican. From his union with Miss Griswold there were three children, two of whom are now living––Wirt, born Oct. 24, 1856, and Mila, July 16; 1861; the one deceased was named James, born Oct. 20, 1858, died July 27, 1867.
Source: History of Delaware County and Ohio; Chicago: O. L. Baskin & Co., Historical Publishers, 1880, p. 760
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Oxford Twp. –
BENJAMIN LEA, farmer, Sec. 4; P. O. Ashley; is a son of Jacob and Mary (Hadley) Lea; his father was born in Worcestershire, England, also his mother; they had five children––William, Anna, Sarah, Esther, Benjamin.  Our subject was born in 1807, in Worcestershire, England, were he remained engaged in weaving carpet and attending school until he was 19 years old, when he enlisted in the British service, and served over a year; he then returned home and engaged at weaving until 1832, when he came to America with Thirza Holmes, to whom he was married the day prior to his starting; they made their settlement in Westchester Co., N. Y., where he remained about seventeen years, and then moved to Delaware Co., settling in Porter Township, where he remained four years, and then, in 1855, he came to Oxford Township, where he has since lived; by his first marriage, he had six children, but two now survive, George B., Thirza A.; his first wife died while he was in New York, and he was again married to Mary A. Allison, by whom he had one child, Alexander; she died while he was in Porter Township, and he was again married to Nancy, a daughter of Rev. Thos. W. Wigton, who is mentioned in the history of Berkshire Township, by whom he has two children––Thomas W., Eurania A.; she was born in 1817 in Sunbury, Ohio; Mr. Lea now possesses 180 acres of well-improved land, attained entirely by his own labors; while in New York, he was engaged in weaving, and was a member of the Putnam Lodge, I. O. O. F.  He holds an interest in the Presbyterian Church; he has always advocated the temperance movement.  His first vote was cast for Jackson, and he afterward voted the Whig ticket until the organization of the Republican party, to which he has since given his aid; his son George B. served three years in the 96th O. V. I.
Source: History of Delaware County and Ohio; Chicago: O. L. Baskin & Co., Historical Publishers, 1880, p. 793
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Orange Twp. –
MRS. SARAH LEHMAN; P. O. Flint; born Jan. 10, 1842, is a daughter of William and Christina (Route) Bickle, who were natives of Germany, and came to the State, locating in Fairfield Co., where Mrs. Lehman was born; she remained with her parents until she was about 18 years of age, when she was married to Joshua Lehman, born in 1819, Oct. 15, in Fairfield Co.; after their marriage, they located in Hocking Co., where they lived until they came to this county, which was in the spring of 1875; bought 150 acres of land on the State road, in Orange Township; he was engaged in farming up to the time of his death––Feb. 10, 1879.  Was, during his life, a consistent member of the United Brethren Church; always taking an active part in the same, having been a member since his 20th year.  Since his death, Mrs. Lehman has been conducting the farm; she had four children––Clara Samantha, Charles D., Christina and Lillie Alice; children all at home.  Mrs. Lehman and two girls are members of the U. B. Church.
Source: History of Delaware County and Ohio; Chicago: O. L. Baskin & Co., Historical Publishers, 1880, pp. 714-715
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Brown Twp. -
  GEORGE LEONARD; P. O. Eden. The subject of this sketch, whose portrait appears in another part of this work, was born in Western, Penn., on the Monongahela River, forty miles above Pittsburgh, July 8, 1800, and is the son of Lot and Elizabeth (Hoge) Leonard, the latter a second cousin of Gen. George Washington. His father was in the Indian war; he was a Methodist minister. Our subject was born on the farm, where he remained until 21 years of age. He commenced, when he was a young man, dealing in stock, which business he followed for a number of years. Purchasing a large number of cattle, he drove them across the Alleghany Mountains, which mountains he crossed nine times. In 1821, he moved to Mt. Vernon, Ohio, where he remained some nineteen years, during which time he was engaged in the cattle and mercantile business, and also engaged in purchasing land; was a partner in the stock business with Judge Black. Mr. Leonard has made several trips down the river on keelboats; went South and engaged in the mill and mercantile business on commission, doing business up the Arkansas River, near Arkansas Post. From Mt. Vernon he came to Delaware Co., and located in his present township, where he has been one of its honored citizens ever since. The first two years after he came here, he had purchased some 600 acres of land, paying for it $8.35 per acre; this land was located around and near Eden, and has greatly increased in value. Mr. Leonard has taken an active part in the improvements of his town, and has been a hard worker for the interests of the railroad to Eden; has given largely toward building churches and schools. He married in Mt. Vernon, Miss Mary Jewett, who was born in Vermont, on the River Lamoille, in 1805; they had five children. Eleven years ago, Mr. Leonard was stricken with paralysis, which has rendered his left side almost useless. His motto in life has been, “Do unto others ay you would be done by.” A hard worker and good manager, and possessed of industry and economy, he has made a success of his life.
Source: History of Delaware County and Ohio; Chicago: O. L. Baskin & Co., Historical Publishers, 1880, p. 812
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JOEL LETTS, farmer; P. O. Sunbury; is a son of John and Mary (Hanna) Letts; his father was born in Pennsylvania, and came to Ohio in 1816; was one of the oldest settlers of Knox Co.; he died about 1860; his wife was a daughter of James Hanna, of Pennsylvania; she died about 1856; they had a family of ten children only three survived; Mr. Letts, the subject of this sketch, was born in 1822 on his father’s farm in Knox Co., Ohio, where he attended school and worked for his father; he was at home with his father until he was 37, when he concluded it “was not good to be alone,” and took unto himself a “helpmeet” in the person of Miss Ella Pace, a daughter of Michael Pace; they were married Oct. 4, 1859; her parents had a family of seven children, all of whom are living; her father died in 1855, and mother in 1868; Mr. and Mrs. Letts have two children––Arthur R., born Feb. 4, 1864; Lillie May, March 17, 1867; after their marriage they settled in Sunbury; he has eighty-eight acres of Berkshire Township, adjoining the town of Sunbury, probably worth $60 per acre; he has held the office of Treasurer of schools; he takes an active interest in the temperance movement and is a most enthusiastic worker in this noble cause; his marriage was celebrated by Rev. Mr. Washburn, at Central College, in Franklin Co.
Source: History of Delaware County and Ohio; Chicago: O. L. Baskin & Co., Historical Publishers, 1880, pp. 687-688
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MRS. S. A. LETTS, widow, retired farmer, Berkshire; is a daughter of James and Frances Smith; her father was born in Ireland, and came to New York and merchandised in the East until 1839, when he came to Ohio; Mrs. Letts was born Nov. 20, 18'27, in New York, and came to Ohio with her parents when young. Was married in 1854, to Rees Letts, son of John Letts, of Knox Co., Ohio; also a brother of Joel Letts; her husband was born in 1824, in Knox Co.; after marriage, they settled on what is known as the O. D. Hough farm, of 164 acres, and remained there until 1870, when they sold out and engaged in merchandising in connection with farming; in October, 1874, they were burned out at Berkshire; he was at that time building a fine brick residence, where Mrs. Letts now resides; she has two children––Orlan S. and Ida M., both living at home; Aug. 16, 1876, Mr. Letts died; he was a member of the M. E. Church, of which she and Ida are members; he was Treasurer of Berkshire Township and has held several other offices.
Source: History of Delaware County and Ohio; Chicago: O. L. Baskin & Co., Historical Publishers, 1880, pp. 686-687
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Troy Twp. –
HANNAH LEWIS, farmer, Sec. 16; P. O. Radnor; is a daughter of John and Dorothy Jones; her father and mother were born in North Wales, and always remained there; they had six children––John (deceased), Hannah, Jane (married to George Morgan, now in Wales), Sarah (married to John Jones, now in Birmingham, England), Mary (deceased), Frances (married to John Jones); her father belonged to the militia and was a stonemason; she was born Dec. 27, 1826, in Wales, and was married May 7, 1850, to Richard Jenkins, with whom she came in a short time to Cleveland, Ohio, where her husband died within one year after landing; she then came to Columbus, and was married there to Edward Lewis, who was born in Montgomeryshire, Wales, and emigrated to Columbus about 1844; they remained in Columbus about eleven years, and then came to Radnor Township, living there eight years; they bought their present farm in 1866, of George Wolfley (owned before that by Peter Darst); by her last marriage they were blessed with four children––John, Samuel T., Edward and Charles. Mr. Lewis was a member of Columbus Lodge, No. 9, I. O. O. F., and was also a member of the Welsh Methodist Church; he was also a railroad watchman for seven years, and a guard in the penitentiary for two years; he always voted the Republican ticket; he has five brothers and sisters living––Sarah, Ann, Mary, Martha and Thomas. Mrs. Lewis is a strict member of the church, and is an intelligent lady; she has made a pleasant home; her husband departed this life April 12, 1877, after having been an invalid for seven years.
Source: History of Delaware County and Ohio; Chicago: O. L. Baskin & Co., Historical Publishers, 1880, p. 775
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Radnor Twp. –
SAMUEL LEWIS, farmer and stock-raiser; P. O. Radnor; is the son of John and Sarah (Hughs) Lewis, natives of South Wales; when 3 years of age, our subject, together with his parents, emigrated to America, first locating in Licking Co., Ohio, making that their home for fifteen years; when 17 years of age, Samuel apprenticed himself to a man in Columbus, Ohio, to learn the art of plastering; after serving his time––four years––he and a Mr. Williams formed a partnership in this industry that continued for three years; at the end of his partnership, he carried the business on himself for nine years longer; at the conclusion of that time, he removed to Radnor Township, Delaware Co., Ohio, purchasing a farm near the banks of the Scioto, and directly west of the village of Radnor (then Delhi). Mr. Lewis’ father died in 1865; the mother came to her death by an accident during the summer of 1873. Our subject was united in marriage, Dec. 25, 1856, to Miss Mary J. Gallant, daughter of Elisha and Eleanor (Moore) Gallant; the wife’s father, Deacon Gallant, was killed by a colt kicking him in the head; he remained unconscious for one week before his death, which occurred Nov. 26, 1871. From our subject’s union with Miss Gallant, there are five children––S. Ella, born Nov. 28, 1857; E. Judson, Dec. 25, 1859; E. Minnie, April 5, 1863; M. Adel, Jan. 19, 1869; Lizzie, Feb. 17, 1873. The oldest, Ella, was married to E. E. Jones Nov. 5, 1878. Mr. Lewis owns 367 acres of well-improved land. Himself and family are members of the Baptist Church. Has held the office of Justice of the Peace, etc. In youth, Mr. Lewis received a good common-school education and since then has improved his time, and at present is among the best informed men in the township.
Source: History of Delaware County and Ohio; Chicago: O. L. Baskin & Co., Historical Publishers, 1880, pp. 760-761
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Orange Twp. –
MRS. SARAH E. LEWIS, farmer; P. O. Lewis Center; was born in New York City Jan. 3, 1822; she was a daughter of Charles Fowler, a merchant of that city; her mother’s name was Catherine Payne, both of them were of English descent.  Mrs. Lewis, during her 16th year, was married to William T. Lewis, son of Lawrence Lewis, of Essex Co., N. J.; after their marriage, they remained four years in Hanover, N. J., when they emigrated to this State, and this county.  Mr. Lewis had made a visit to this county several years previous, and had made the acquaintance of Mr. George Gooding, and drove stage one year for O. Hinton, proprietor of the line from Columbus to Cleveland; soon after his advent in this township, he bought 100 acres of George Cummings on which he settled, adjoining the present town of Lewis Center on the north.  At this time, all south of the town was in timber.  On the land was a log cabin and a small barn, which he at once occupied.  To this purchase, he subsequently added until he owned nearly 200 acres; afterward sold thirty acres, which was divided up into lots.  Eight years after his arrival here, Mrs. Lewis’ health becoming impaired, the family moved to Newark, N. J.  In the fall of 1849, he joined a company headed by John S. Darcy, and went the overland route across the Plains to California, where he engaged in hauling on the present site of Marysville, Cal., there being at that time only one house, which was built of adobe material.  While there, was offered two lots for $30 apiece.  In six weeks’ time, they were sold for $18,000.  His health failing, he returned the same year to Newark, and the family returned to this place, where, in 1852, he built the house Mrs. Lewis now occupies.  His death occurred Dec. 8, 1875, being about 60 years of age.  Mr. Lewis was an educated man, and, though never connected with any church, yet he was always favorably disposed to all religious societies, and donated the ground for the M. E. Church and the parsonage at Lewis Center; also the lot where the schoolhouse stands.  Since his death, Mrs. Lewis has carried on the farm; has eight daughters––Eliza J., Mary P., Amelia W., Sarah E., Augusta N., Anna C., Catherine F., Josephine R.  Five of the oldest are married, the other three are at home.  All of the girls are members of the M. E. Church.  When the railroad was established through this place, Mr. Lewis gave the right of way through his farm, and graded the road, and furnished the ties for the same all ready for the reception of the iron.  Was identified with the Republican party.
Source: History of Delaware County and Ohio; Chicago: O. L. Baskin & Co., Historical Publishers, 1880, p. 714
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Scioto Twp. –
A. B. LIGGETT, farmer; P. O. Ostrander; was born in Delaware Co., Ohio, Dec. 8, 1838; he is the only child of William and Mahala (Carr) Liggett. James Liggett, Mr. Liggett’s grandfather, was one of the pioneers of Delaware Co., and owned and improved a portion of the land upon which the village of Ostrander is now located. Mr. Liggett assisted his father on the farm, and received a good common-school education; at the age of 21, he began life for himself as a farmer. He was married to Miss Sarah Jones Dec. 31, 1861; she was born in Delaware Co., Ohio, March 26, 1843; from this union they have three children––Ettie A., Elmer and Mattie E.; he owns a nicely improved farm of 335 acres. Democratic.
Source: History of Delaware County and Ohio; Chicago: O. L. Baskin & Co., Historical Publishers, 1880, p. 728
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Scioto Twp. –
ABSALOM LIGGETT, farmer and stockraiser; P. O. Ostrander. The grandfather of our subject, James Liggett, was one of the first settlers of Scioto Township, Delaware Co., Ohio; he raised a large family of children, all of whom reached manhood and womanhood, and are to-day among the most respected and influential citizens of this community. Besides raising a large family of his own, he also had the care of several grandchildren, one of whom (Charlotte Liggett) is especially deserving of notice; her father died when she was a small child, and she was taken by her grandparents to raise. She had lived with them but a year or so, before her mother married again. Soon after this event, the mother asked the privilege of taking the little girl to her home to spend a week. From that day until about two years ago nothing could be heard of the mother or child. It seems that it was a plan her mother had taken to get the child away, so she and her husband could take her with them to the Far West, where they purposed connecting themselves with the Mormon Church. This they did, and the child was reared under those baneful influences. When quite young, she was married to an Elder of the Mormon Church. She is the mother of six children, all born in polygamy; her grandfather, at his death, made suitable provisions for her should she ever be found. This her relatives carried out to the very letter, and she received in full her portion of the grandfather’s estate. Our subject’s father (Abner Liggett) was born in Hardy Co., Va., June 4, 1808; he is now one of the most respected and wealthy citizens of Union Co., Ohio, where he resides. He was united in marriage with Catharine Eubank Sept. 3, 1829; she was born in Fleming Co., Ky., March 3, 1808; her parents were among the first settlers of that county; they removed to Ohio in 1824, where both died. From the union of Abner Liggett with Miss Eubank there were five children, two of whom are living. Mr. Liggett, when a boy 17 years of age, traded a horse for fifty acres of land in Union Co., Ohio; since that time he has added to it, until at one time he owned over 800 acres, all of which was improved; he has given liberally to his children, and now owns but 316 acres, 50 of which is the original tract he traded for when a boy. Absalom, who heads this sketch, was born on the old homestead in Union Co. April 24, 1830; there he passed his youth and early manhood assisting his father on the farm. He received such education as the schools of that day afforded. He began for himself at 21 years of age as a farmer, a business he has followed all his life. He was united in marriage with Mildred A. Rittenhouse June 22, 1851; she was born in Albemarle Co., Va., in 1829; from this union there were nine children, eight of whom are living––Henry H., James W., Sarah E., David A., Thomas W., Clement V., Carson A. and Susan V.; the name of the deceased was Luther C. Mr. Liggett owns 324 acres of well-improved land; his home farm, on the bank of Mill Creek, Scioto Township, is one of the best improved in than locality. It is with satisfaction, such as can be enjoyed by few, that the “Liggett family” can take a retrospective view of their careers. While they have labored to be among the first and foremost agriculturists and wool-growers of this section of country, they have not been unmindful of the duties that rest upon them as dependent beings. They are ever ready to help the oppressed.
Source: History of Delaware County and Ohio; Chicago: O. L. Baskin & Co., Historical Publishers, 1880, pp. 729-730
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Scioto Twp. –
JAMES LIGGETT, agent for C., C., C. & I. R. R., Ostrander; was born in Delaware Co., Ohio, in 1828, and is the son of Job and Sarah (Hamlin) Liggett. His father, James Liggett, was a native of Hardy Co., Va., and came to Ohio at an early day and settled in Ross Co., where he remained about sixteen years, and then came to Scioto Township, Delaware Co.; when the son was about 18 months old, he was taken by his grandparents to raise; he passed his youth with them on a farm, receiving such education as the schools afforded; at 19, he entered a store as clerk, where he remained about four years; he then bought out his employer, and, from 1852 to 1858, carried on quite an extensive mercantile business; in 1858, he sold his store and purchased a farm upon which he remained until he entered the employ of the C., C., C. &, I. R. R., at Ostrander; he was the first telegraph operator at Ostrander, and sent the first message from that point over the wires; since he entered the employ of this railroad, he has remained at his post almost constantly. His only son Charles J., is the present telegraph operator, while Mr. Liggett has the supervision of the entire business. He was united in marriage with Miss Eliza Jones May 9, 1854; she was born in Hardin Co., Ohio, June 25, 1836; from this union there were two children––Sarah L. (now Mrs. C. H. David), and Charles J. Mr. Liggett is a Democrat in politics but quite liberal in his views; he owns a nicely improved property in the village of Ostrander, and fifty acres of land in Scioto Township. He has held a number of positions of trust in Concord and Scioto Townships, and is one of the most thorough business men in Delaware County.
Source: History of Delaware County and Ohio; Chicago: O. L. Baskin & Co., Historical Publishers, 1880, pp. 727-728
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Scioto Twp. –
JAMES LIGGETT, farmer and stock-raiser; P. O. Ostrander; was born in Pickaway Co., Ohio, Nov. 14, 1817; he is son of James Liggett. Esq., the well-known pioneer, mention of whom is made in another part of this work. Our subject was reared in the wilderness of the then new State of Ohio; he received such education as the schools afforded. When about 21 years of age, he began life in humble circumstances, but has by his industry and economy secured to himself a goodly share of this world’s goods. He was united in marriage with Sarah A. Richardson Oct. 1, 1840; she was born in New York April 20, 1819; the result of this union was eight children, four of whom are living––Arthur, Abner, Joab and Marinda; the names of those deceased were Gideon, Minerva, William and Amelia. Mrs. Liggett died March 28, 1870. In 1845, Mr. Liggett removed to Union Co., Ohio, where he has since resided. He owns 227 acres of well-improved land, and is a Democrat.
Source: History of Delaware County and Ohio; Chicago: O. L. Baskin & Co., Historical Publishers, 1880, p. 729
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Scioto Twp. –
JOAB LIGGETT, farmer and dealer in live stock; P. O. Ostrander. Among the more prominent of the young men of Scioto Township is the one whose name heads this sketch; he was born in Union Co., Ohio, Jan. 19, 1852; his father, James Liggett, was reared in Delaware Co., Ohio, but removed to Union Co. in quite an early day; he is one of the prominent men and successful farmers of that county, and son of James Liggett, Esq., the well-known pioneer. Our subject passed his youth and early manhood on his father’s farm, receiving a good common- school education. He was married Sept. 5, 1872; there were three children from this union, two of whom died in infancy––Effie E., surviving. Mrs. Liggett departed this life April 14, 1877. Mr. Liggett was again married, April 4, 1878, to Miss Estelle Thompson; she was born in Madison Co., Iowa, Oct. 7, 1856; from this union there is one child––Mary E. Mr. Liggett owns 118 acres of well-improved land. Is a Democrat, and one of the most enterprising and public-spirited men in the township.
Source: History of Delaware County and Ohio; Chicago: O. L. Baskin & Co., Historical Publishers, 1880, pp. 728-729
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Scioto Twp. –
MILTON LIGGETT, farmer and stock-raiser; P. O. Ostrander; was born in Delaware Co., Ohio, Aug 28, 1835; is the eldest of a family of six children of Joab and Mary (Carr) Liggett; Joab Liggett was the son of James Liggett, the well-known pioneer of Scioto Township; he was a farmer, and a prominent and influential man in his lifetime; he died Aug. 29, 1848, and his wife on the 17th of October, 1865. Milton passed his youth and early manhood on his father’s farm, receiving a common-school education. When 18 years of age, he began for himself as a farmer; this business he has followed all his life with a great degree of success; he now owns one of the nicest improved farms in the township; it consists of 125 acres, nicely situated on Mill Creek, in the southeastern part of the township. He was united in marriage with Anna Carr July 3, 1856; she was born in Delaware Co., Ohio, April 23, 1840; they are the parents of two children––Retta A., born May 31, 1857, and William L., born Sept. 4, 1862. Mr. Liggett is a Democrat and a consistent member of the Baptist Church.
Source: History of Delaware County and Ohio; Chicago: O. L. Baskin & Co., Historical Publishers, 1880, p. 728
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J. W. LIKES, jeweler and Postmaster, Galena; is a son of Samuel and Sarah Likes; his father was born about 1790, in Westmoreland Co., Penn., and settled in Belmont Co., Ohio, in 1831; he was a blacksmith and died in 1833; his mother was a daughter of William Baxter; she was born in 1793, in Ireland, and emigrated to Ohio in 1831. She was married to Mr. Samuel Likes Dec. 29, 1813; they had seven children, six boys and one girl, five of whom now survive. Mr. Likes, the subject of this sketch, was born July 25, 1822, in “Old Hickory” (now Mt. Pleasant), Penn.; he came with his parents to Ohio in 1831; at the death of his father, he went to Pennsylvania and made a home with his uncle (Baxter), where he was permitted to attend school. His uncle being a blacksmith, he required the services of young Likes, and engaged him during the mornings and evenings; in the spring of 1837, he came to Ohio and engaged in farming and breaking stones on the national road; he next learned the jeweler’s trade with G. W. Curtis. In 1844, he was married to Delilah Borton, a daughter of Benjamin Borton; she was born in September, 1824, in Ohio, near Wheeling; they soon settled in Middletown, Guernsey Co., where he engaged in jewelry, and continued until 1852; he then came to Porter Township, expecting to locate on the proposed Mt. Vernon & Delaware Railroad; here he engaged in the jewelry business and was connected with a man by the name of Webber, who managed photography in partnership with Mr. Likes. They had a snug little cottage built on four wheels, which they hauled to Galena in 1855; in 1858, Mr. Likes bought a frame house, where his present building now stands; he some time afterward moved the old building away, and built a two-story brick, 27x34 feet, at a cost of $2,000. In 1863, be was made Postmaster at Galena, which he has continued ever since; he was instrumental in getting a money-order office at this place, it being the only office of that kind outside of Delaware in the county; he is a member of Galena Lodge, No. 404, I. O. O. F. He owns a house and sixteen acres of fine land adjoining Galena, together with some other town lots. His marriage blessed him with one boy and one girl––Benjamin F., born Jan. 12, 1847; Mary A., born Feb. 8, 1845, and died Dec. 23, 1854.
Source: History of Delaware County and Ohio; Chicago: O. L. Baskin & Co., Historical Publishers, 1880, p. 687
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Liberty Twp. –
W. P. LILLY, farmer; P. O. Delaware; was born in Vermont in the year 1813; son of S. D. Lilly; at the age of 14, he began the study of medicine, which he pursued until his graduation, after which he began the practice in Orange Co., which he followed until the year 1841, when he came West, locating in Vinton Co., this State. While here was united in marriage to Miss Harriet McDougall, born in Jackson Co., Ohio, Jan. 30, 1825, daughter of Redhard McDougall, a native of Hagerstown, Md.; her mother’s name was Mary Atherton before marriage; born in Pennsylvania; she died in 1844; her husband in 1841. The marriage of Mr. and Mrs. Lilly occurred in July, 1857; subsequent to their marriage, located in Vinton Co., where they lived until 1865, when they moved to this county, locating on the west side of the Olentangy River, in Liberty Township; they have but one child––Caroline Veronia, born Dec. 21, 1858; she is a graduate, receiving the degree of B. L.; attended the high school two years and Monnett Hall four, and is an accomplished lady. Mrs. Lilly’s father and two of his brothers were in the war of 1812; one of her brothers was killed in the Morgan raid during the late war. Mrs. Lilly’s parents were born and married in Connecticut; her grandfather McDougall was from the North of Ireland. Mr. Lilly’s wife and daughter are members of the M. E. Church.
Source: History of Delaware County and Ohio; Chicago: O. L. Baskin & Co., Historical Publishers, 1880, p. 666
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Delaware Twp. -
DR. JOHN A. LITTLE, deceased. Delaware. (Sketch appears in the chapter devoted to the medical profession.)
Source: History of Delaware County and Ohio; Chicago: O. L. Baskin & Co., Historical Publishers, 1880, p. 632

Biographical sketch of Dr. John A. Little from Chapter V:

     Dr. John A. Little is a native of Delaware, and was born December 7, 1825. He was the second child and the first son of the old pioneer, William Little, who is frequently mentioned in other portions of this history. In 1840, when fifteen years old, he entered the Preparatory Department of Kenyon College, at Gambier, Ohio. It was here that he again met his old play fellow, President R. B. Hayes, and became his room-mate for two years. Dr. Little graduated in 1845. While in college, none stood higher in their classes, or graduated with more honors. It is said that he was admired by both faculty and students. After completing his studies at Kenyon College, he entered the office of Drs. Jones & Case, in Columbus. Dr. Little was a thorough student of medicine, and especially of botany, in which he had few superiors. He attended his first course of lectures at the Medical Department of the Transylvania University, at Louisville, Ky., and while there was a member of the family of the distinguished Dr. Drake. In 1847-48, he attended his second course of lectures at the University of Pennsylvania, at Philadelphia, and where he received the degree of M. D. He first located at Sandusky City, but was soon called to Columbus, when he became a partner of his preceptor, Dr. Case, Dr. Jones retiring. After about three years, Dr. Case retired from practice, and Dr. Jones became a partner of his former student, but died some three years later, when Dr. Little was left alone. His popularity and scholarly attainments had already introduced him into a lucrative practice. Through the influence of friends, in 1865, he removed to Delaware, where he soon grew into a large business. Dr. Dening said Dr. Little was a “born physician; he was an ambidexter, possessed almost intuitive knowledge of both diseases and remedies.” His bearing in the sick-room was ever calm, reposed and cheerful, and inspired his patients with confidence and hope. To a student of his profession he was an invaluable instructor ever imparting the most important teachings. To the young physicians he extended a kind word and friendly hand, and to the older members gave advice and counsel of the ablest character. His opinions and advice were sought by all classes. He was loved and esteemed by all who knew him, and especially the poor, who always found in him “a friend in time of need.”
     He was a member of the Ohio State Medical Society, and in 1873 read one of the most valuable and able papers on the antidotal properties of belladonna in opium poisoning, ever read before it. He was a member of the State Central Medical Society, and one of the organizers of the Second Delaware County Medical Society, and a member of Agassiz Scientific Association of Delaware. He was the proof-reader of Dr. J. G. Jones’ American Eclectic Practice of Medicine. He was married to the youngest, daughter of the late Judge Hosea Williams in 1850, and had one son and four daughters. He died January 13, 1877, of acute catarrhal phthisis, at the age of fifty-two years.
Source: History of Delaware County and Ohio; Chicago: O. L. Baskin & Co., Historical Publishers, 1880, p. 237
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Radnor Twp. –
T. F. LONG, saddler and harness-maker, Radnor. The subject of this sketch was born in Hagerstown, Penn., July 23, 1848; is son of John and Margaret (Overshiner) Long, both of whom were natives of Pennsylvania and the parents of thirteen children, five of whom are now living; the father was a saddler by trade and the inventor and manufacturer of the celebrated “London Wagon Whip,” much used by teamsters years ago; he came with his family to Waldo, Marion Co., Ohio, in 1849; he died in 1856. Our subject served an apprenticeship with his father at the saddler’s trade; he received a common-school education; on the breaking-out of the rebellion, he enlisted in Co. C, 54th Ohio Zouaves; while with this regiment, he participated in the battles of Forts Henry, Donelson and Shiloh; at the expiration of two years, he was discharged on account of disease, and returned to his home in Ohio; after remaining at home some time, he reenlisted in Co. C, 174th O. V. I, and served with distinction until the close of the war. He was united in marriage with Clara Browning Feb. 4, 1868; from this union there were two children––Frank and Mattie; Mrs. Long died April 6, 1873. Mr. Long was married to his present wife Aug. 4, 1874; her name at time of marriage was Mrs. William Penry; her husband (the late William Penry) was son of David Penry, Esq., the well-known pioneer of Radnor Township. From this second marriage of Mr. Long’s there were four children; three are now living––John A., Eva and Arthur; the deceased died in infancy. Mrs. Long was born in the city of Columbus, Ohio, March 24, 1850. Mr. Long is a Democrat, but quite liberal in his views respecting politics and religion. He owns a well-improved farm of 108 acres, all under a good state of cultivation.
Source: History of Delaware County and Ohio; Chicago: O. L. Baskin & Co., Historical Publishers, 1880, p. 760
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Trenton Twp. –
CHARLES LONGSHORE, farmer; P. O. Condit; is a son of David and Elizabeth (Warner) Longshore; his father was born in Pennsylvania, and came to Ohio in 1806, settling in Berkshire Township, west of Sunbury, on the farm now owned by Mrs. Grist, where he lived until his death; it was then a dense forest, there being but one house between Delaware and Johnstown, and that where George Gibson now resides; the only neighbor for some time was a brother; their first nights were spent in the woods around a fire, with a friendly Indian as company; his mother died in 1840; they had eight children, three now living. The subject of this sketch was born in 1818, in Delaware Co., and married Ida Sharp in 1840, and, at the age of 21, began farming for himself, and renting land for several years, when he bought a farm of forty acres, having added to it until it contained 145 acres, 100 of which he sold in 1871; he now lives on the remaining forty-five acres, which is in a good state of cultivation. Mr. Longshore and wife have had five children, one only now living––Eugenie, who married Johnson Carpenter; they had two children––Fred and Frank. Mr. Carpenter was born in 1836, and died in 1870; was a soldier in the late war over four years. Jasper Longshore was in the war three years, and died in March, 1867; Clark died July 18, 1868; Seth, in March, 1867; Clinton, in 1848.
Source: History of Delaware County and Ohio; Chicago: O. L. Baskin & Co., Historical Publishers, 1880, p. 831
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Trenton Twp. –
MARGARET LONGSHORE; P. O. Condit; was born July 2, 1804, and a daughter of Christian and Sallie (Linderman) Young; her father settled in Ohio about 1816, and farmed near Galena until his death in 1838. She was married June 22, 1826, to Cyrus Longshore, by whom she has had six children, four are now living; her husband was born Nov. 24, 1804, in Muskingum Co., Ohio, and came with his parents to Delaware Co. about 1808, settling west of Sunbury on a farm now owned by the Landon brothers, and in 1836 on the farm owned by Mrs. Longshore; he died May 3, 1870. Her son, I. N. Longshore, was born June 14, 1839, and worked by the month for five years. He was married, Nov. 23, 1865, to Angeline T. Bourn, a daughter of Almerian and Elizabeth (Jewett) Bourn; her parents were born in Massachusetts, and came to Ohio in 1839. I. N. Longshore and wife have two children––Alvey S., born May 17, 1867, and Mark A., Sept. 27, 1868; after marriage they settled on the old homestead where their residence now stands; in May, he sold this little farm for $1,000 cash, and soon after bought one of forty-seven acres in Trenton Township of A. C. Bowers at $60 per acre; he also works eighty-three acres of his mother’s farm. They are members of the Christian Union Church in which he is Elder, and has been Superintendent of Sunday schools; he once carried the mail from Johnstown to Newark, making daily trips for one year; he also worked at carpentering for two years.
Source: History of Delaware County and Ohio; Chicago: O. L. Baskin & Co., Historical Publishers, 1880, p. 832
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Brown Twp. -
NORTON T. LONGWELL, farmer; P. O. Kilbourne; is a descendant of one of the early settlers and pioneers of the county; born in this township April 20, 1842, and a son of Ralph S. and Elizabeth (Thurston) Longwell; born in New York in 1804. Ralph Longwell was born in 1792 in Maryland, and emigrated to this State in 1806; located in Berkshire, and participated in the war of 1812; he died June 8, 1872, in this township. Norton T. was the tenth of a family of thirteen children, nine are living; there were but two boys, one who was a surgeon in the army with the rank of Major, and died at Camp Chase. Norton was the youngest boy, and has always remained at home; Oct. 7, 1861, he enlisted in Co. D, 20th O. V. I., and served three years; he was Orderly on the General’s staff; since his return home, he has been engaged in farming; has 164 acres situated immediately north of Eden. April 9, 1867, married Ella E. Hyde, who was born in 1848; she is a daughter of Udney and Olive (Hunter) Hyde, the former a native of Vermont, the latter of Connecticut; have two children––Carrie, born Sept. 29, 1872, and Raymond, June 21, 1874.
Source: History of Delaware County and Ohio; Chicago: O. L. Baskin & Co., Historical Publishers, 1880, p. 813
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Brown Twp. -
MRS. PHEBE LONGWELL, retired; P. O Kilbourne; born in Washington Co., Penn. March 3, 1812; daughter of Zenas and Nancy Leonard, both of Pennsylvania; she migrated to Marion Co., this State, with her parents, at the age of 11. There were but three families within a circuit of seven miles. Her father died the same year of their arrival. There were four children in the family, Phebe being the third. Abijah Leonard, her brother, located at Eden Station, and the place was named for him–– “Leonardsburg.” Nov. 9, 1826, Mrs. Longwell was married to James Longwell, born in Kentucky in 1803; came to this county in 1806, afterward moved with his parents to Marion Co. After marriage, he located in Brown Township, on the farm now owned by Samuel Walker, remaining there five years; then sold out, and moved to the southeast part of Brown Co. on the farm now owned by Enoch Baker, remaining there until April 12, 1867, when he sold his farm, and moved to Eden. Mr. Longwell’s earthly career was brought to a close Feb. 14, 1873 in his 70th year. He had been a very conscientious man, honest and upright in all his transactions with his fellow-man, a kind husband, and an indulgent father. Had been for over forty years an active member of the M. E. Church, also his wife, and for fourteen years their house was occupied as a place of worship during those times when church buildings were not in existence in that locality. They had six children––Mrs. Mary J. Short, of Tennessee; Ira, now in Colorado, Cecilia, now Mrs. John Ekelberry; Alfred L., in Van Wert Co.; John, in Berkshire Township; Sarah E., the wife of John Reed. Mrs. Longwell resides at her residence in Eden.
Source: History of Delaware County and Ohio; Chicago: O. L. Baskin & Co., Historical Publishers, 1880, pp. 812-813
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Scioto Twp. –
WILLIAM LOVELESS, farmer and stock-raiser; P. O. Ostrander, was born in Prince George Co., Md., March 18, 1817; is a son of John B. and Mary A. (Tafe) Loveless, both of whom were natives of Maryland; they were the parents of seven children, four of whom are now living; they removed to Delaware Co., Ohio, in 1828. The father died in 1855, and the mother in 1875, at the advanced age of 95 years. Our subject was brought up to farm labor, receiving such education as the common school afforded; when 21 years of age, he purchased fifty-five acres of unimproved land and began its improvement. He was united in marriage with Elizabeth Cramer April 5, 1838; she was born in Franklin Co., Ohio, Oct. 28, 1817; from this union there were eleven children, four of whom are now living––Margaret J., William H., Nancy A. and Janetta; the names of the ones deceased were Elisha, Mary A., John V., Luella, Daniel, George W. and Elizabeth E. Mr. Loveless has some of the best Durham cattle in the State; owns 107 acres of well-improved land which he has made by hard work and economy. He and wife are members of the U. B. Church. Mr. Loveless, for a number of years, was a member of the Republican party, but of late has voted a mixed ticket, voting for the man and not for the party; he is an active worker in the temperance cause, where his influence has its effect.
Source: History of Delaware County and Ohio; Chicago: O. L. Baskin & Co., Historical Publishers, 1880, p. 728
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Liberty Twp. –
ANDREW J. LOWRY, farmer; P. O. Lewis Center; is the fourth son of a family of seven children, born of Andrew and Mary Lowry, who were natives of the Emerald Isle, and emigrated to this country and located in Virginia, where Andrew J. was born Jan. 14, 1822, near Richmond, and at the age of 5 came to this county, in company with his parents; they located on what was called Sackett’s farm, remaining there a short time; they finally settled on the place now owned by Andrew, remaining there until his father’s death, Oct. 4, 1838, at which time Andrew was thrown upon his own resources. At the age of 22, he united in wedlock with Elizabeth Cunningham Feb. 20, 1844; she was born in Delaware Co., and is a daughter of B. and Mary (Eaton) Cunningham; they had six children––Robert E., Julia E., Phoebe, Mary E., Philo J and Joseph C. (the latter deceased). After his marriage, Mr. Lowry bought the remaining heirs’ interest of the estate, and moved on the same, where he still lives. He has been a resident of the county for fifty years; has 104 acres of land, beautifully situated. Mr. and Mrs. Lowry’s children are married and doing for themselves.
Source: History of Delaware County and Ohio; Chicago: O. L. Baskin & Co., Historical Publishers, 1880, p. 666
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Liberty Twp. –
CHARLES T. LOWRY, merchant; Powell; is a son of John Lowry, and was born in this township March 9, 1850; his father taught him the rudiments of husbandry, and early impressed on his mind and character the principles of economy and industry, which have characterized his father’s successful career. He remained with his parents until his 24th year, and before embarking in business for himself, “wooed and won” the hand of Elizabeth Demorest, born in this county Feb. 9, 1856; she is a daughter of John Demorest, who was a native of New Jersey; their nuptials were celebrated Sept. 1, 1874, and they moved to Powell, where he engaged in the mercantile business with T. N. Richey; this partnership lasted about two years, at which time they dissolved. In February, 1879, he started business on his own account; keeps a general stock; is successful, and bids fair to become one of the solid merchants of the county. They have one child––Andrew, born March 11, 1876.
Source: History of Delaware County and Ohio; Chicago: O. L. Baskin & Co., Historical Publishers, 1880, p. 666
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Liberty Twp. –
J. C. LOWRY, saloon, Powell; was born in this township, July, 1857, and is the son of Crosby Lowry, who was a native of this county, and volunteered his service in the late war in Co. G, 96th O. V. I., and lost his life in the defense of his country. In early manhood, he married Cynthia Thomas, daughter of James Thomas, a farmer of this township; she is still living, and resides in Liberty Township. There were six children in the family (but four living), of whom John is the eldest; William P., Hosea L. and James C. are at home with their mother; John, after the death of his father, worked out by the month, and assisted his mother in the support of the family, and worked about among the farmers until September, 1879, when he set up in the saloon business in the town of Powell.
Source: History of Delaware County and Ohio; Chicago: O. L. Baskin & Co., Historical Publishers, 1880, p. 666
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Liberty Twp. –
JOHN LOWRY, farmer and stock-raiser; P. O. Powell; was born April 29, 1816, in Ireland; son of Andrew and Mary (Thompson) Lowry. John was the oldest of a family of eight children, and when about 2 years old, his parents emigrated to America; they stopped a few years in the “Old Dominion State,” and later came to Ohio, and stopped for awhile in Berlin Township, and then located in Liberty. John remained at home until his 22d year, when his father and mother died, with the milk sickness; the care of the younger members of the family then devolved upon him. Soon after this, he united in marriage with Betsy Thomas, born in this township; five children were born to them––Charles, Ann A. and Eliza now living. After their marriage, Mr. and Mrs. Lowry located on the east side of Liberty Township, across the river, south of Liberty Church a remained here over twenty years. His wife died during her 35th year. Subsequently, he moved to where he now lives. In September, 1855, he was married to Sarah A. Post, born in New York Dec. 20, 1834, daughter of John and Elizabeth (Boss) Post; have five children––John A., Emma J., Florence B., Mary E. and James C.; Mr Lowry has now two good farms, well improved; has been a resident of the county full forty-five years; has, for several years past, been engaged in stock trading.
Source: History of Delaware County and Ohio; Chicago: O. L. Baskin & Co., Historical Publishers, 1880, pp. 665-666
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Liberty Twp. –
SAMUEL LOWRY, farmer; P. O. Powell; is a native of the Emerald Isle; born Dec. 13, 1819; son of Andrew and Mary Lowry, who emigrated to America when Samuel was quite young; his parents died and he remained on the homestead some time, and assisted in caring for the younger members of the family. In his 22d year, he married Mary Slain, a native of Virginia; had five children, but two living––Mary, wife of W. Meeker; Lucinda, wife of John Roach; after his marriage, moved into a log cabin with one room, on his present place, which was unimproved, and bought of Judge Powell, who was then keeping store in Delaware, a “reflector,” “spider” and a few utensils to cook with. Wolves were plenty, as well as deer and wild turkeys, and many a one became a target for his unerring rifle. Indians passed down in gangs to Columbus quite frequently; Delaware was their nearest post office, and it cost 25 cents to send a letter, and if a fraction over weight it was double price, and he remembers having paid 50 cents each for several letters. His log hut was subsequently replaced by one built by his own hands; his wife died Feb. 2, 1850. Sept. 28, 1851, married Eliza Cherry, born Sept. 16, 1834, in Concord Township, daughter Burroughs and Elizabeth (Ball) Cherry. Mr. and Mrs. Lowry have had born to them twelve children, eleven living––Burroughs, Maggie E., Phoebe, Charles, Cynthia, Jennie E., Minnie, Samuel R., Roxey, William H. and Hila.
Source: History of Delaware County and Ohio; Chicago: O. L. Baskin & Co., Historical Publishers, 1880, pp. 666-667
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D. W. C. LUGENBEEL, teacher, Belle Point; was born Feb. 7, 1831, and is a son of John and Pamelia Lugenbeel, who moved to Ohio when our subject was a child; they located in Delaware Township, where they remained until the subject was about 20 years old, when they moved away; he, however, remained in Delaware, attending the university, and was one of the four first students in that institution. Mr. Lugenbeel attended the university three years, and then spent some time with his parents; returned to the university, where he remained one year, being in the class with Mrs. Hayes and her brothers; in 1850, he left the school, and connected himself with the Delaware Democratic Standard, on which he worked till 1862; in May, he enlisted in Co. C, 86th O. V. I, and remained with the company until the expiration of his term, about eighteen months; after returning home, he worked on the paper he had formerly been connected with; while in the army, he corresponded for seven different papers, of which two were in Cincinnati, two in Delaware, one in Marysville, one in Springfield, Ohio, and one in Lancaster, Ohio. Mr. Lugenbeel has a large newspaper experience, having been sole proprietor of four, and partner in two other, papers, and for several years has been correspondent for all the Delaware papers from the townships of Concord, Liberty and Scioto; he has been in thirty-three of the thirty-eight States, having spent several years in traveling; and in that time he gave considerable attention to collecting curiosities, and now has quite a museum; about 1864, Mr. Lugenbeel commenced teaching, to which he has since devoted his time and attention; he has taught fifty-five terms of school in Delaware Co., has filled the office of Township Clerk one year, and Township Constable three years; is a member of the Reform Church, and is now prominently identified with the Sunday-school interests of Concord Township. As a poet, Mr. Lugenbeel has gained quite a reputation, writing poetry on any subject he may choose.
Source: History of Delaware County and Ohio; Chicago: O. L. Baskin & Co., Historical Publishers, 1880, p. 745
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