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HALE

Bernard HALE.  Among the very yearly settlers of Des Moines County and also of the state is the subject of this sketch.  He has not only witnessed the rapid transformation which has taken place in Iowa but has stood at the front and borne his share of the heat and burden of the day.  Mr. Hale is of English and German descent his paternal grandparents being born in England, his maternal grandfather John Babb, Sr. was born in Germany.  The latter married Miss Susan B. Downer Miller came to America in 1837 and entered land in Iowa (sic sounds wrong but way it is on original).  Our subject is a son of Gardner and Jane Waters Hale and was born October 12, 1826 in Park (sic) County, Indiana.  His father was born in Providence, Rhode Island August 31, 1795 and located in Parke County when a young man where he bought a farm and made a home.  In 1836 he moved to Peoria County, Illinois and farmed until April 1837 when he brought his family to Iowa and entered a farm consisting of 120 acres in Pleasant Grove Township.  This was mostly timber land but he cleared it and built a small house and log barn, carrying on farming very extensively.  He later replaced his unpretentious home and barn by more substantial and modern ones which were erected by his son, of this review who had learned the trade of carpenter. He was a member of the Cumberland Presbyterian Church and in politics was first a Whig later a Republican but not an office seeker. His prosperous life closed on his farm in Pleasant Grove Township when he was 92. He was twice married his first wife living but a short time and left no children.  His second wife, Miss Jane Waters was born in South Carolina and came with her parents to Parke County, Indiana where she was married.  She was a devoted member of the Cumberland Presbyterian Church and actively engaged in all departments of the same. She preceded her husband to the better land some 20 years dying when about 55.  She was an excellent woman, a kind and love mother, devoted wife. She and her husband are buried in the cemetery in Pleasant Grove Township.  They were the parents of 11 children of whom but two now remain - Bernard of this sketch is the oldest and William W, the youngest who is a farmer and resides in Pleasant Grove Township.  Mr. Hale's education was obtained after he was 12 years of age in the Pleasant Grove Township schools.  He assisted his father for a few years and then worked out by the month for the farmers of the neighborhood, where he also learned the trade of carpenter. When 23 he began to work for himself at his trade but resided at home till he was 27.  The next two years he spent in Sperry, Franklin Township working at his trade and then moved to Pleasant Grove Township where he resided on year. In the spring of 1857 he purchased 80 acres in Section 28, Washington Township. The place was all wild land and all of the improvements have been made by Mr. Hale. Since purchasing this farm he has built two houses, the first one being small and plain but the last a large and modern structure. His barns and other buildings also give proof of a practical farmer.  For many years he farmed very successfully and each year supplied the market with a fine grade of stock, till his children were large enough to manage the farm when he again took up his trade as carpenter. He also owns 10 acres of timber land in Pleasant Grove Township. Mr. Hale is a Republican and cast his first vote for John C. Fremont for president.  He was justice of the peace for 3 years and school director for a number of terms and is now treasurer of the school district.  In religious faith he is a Baptist of which church he is a consistent member and was deacon and trustee of the church for some time.  January 5, 1854 Mr. Hale wedded Miss Susan B. Downer who was born in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania and came to Iowa in 1839 with her parents when 8 years of age.  Her parents were Robert and Lydia Babb Downer the former being born in Ohio the latter in Pennsylvania.  Mr. Downer was a contractor of public works and followed that business during his residence in Pennsylvania.  They came to Iowa in 1839 and located in Franklin Township where the grandfather, John Babb entered a large tract of land and also bought a number of claims owning family some 1500 acres which he divided among his children.  Mr. Downer located upon some of the land entered by Mr. Babb his father-in-law where he farmed for a number of years and then moved to Illinois near New Boston where his death occurred at age 48.  His widow survived him for many years and passed away at the home place in Franklin Township, Iowa.  Mr. and Mrs. Downer had 9 children of whom six are living.  Mr. and Mrs. Hale were blessed with 7: James R resides on the home farm which he farms and also owns 40 acres of land in Washington Township.  His education was obtained in the district schools and he has always been a great student and reader and is a scientific farmer.  He served the township as assessor for four years and has been secretary of the school board for 15 years.  He is a great love of field sports, being a  member and corresponding secretary of the New London Gun Club for some time. Lette E, is the wife of Moses M. Smith of Oklahoma. Emma S, married Alexander Westfall of Yarmouth March 7, 1880.  She was born on the home farm was educated in the common schools of Washington Township and is a member of the Methodist Church.  Since marriage they have always resided in Washington Township, where Mr. Westfall was a farmer till five years ago. They are the parents of 11 children all of whom are living: Bertha M, lives with her grandfather, the subject of this sketch: Effie P, married Foster C. Jarvis tinner by trade of Jacksonville, Illinois and has two sons, Lyle and Foster E.  Esta M, wife of Frederick Miller  a liveryman of Yarmouth who was born in Woodford County, Illinois came to Iowa 11 years ago and farmed in Washington Township till a year ago when he moved to Yarmouth.  Chester A, a  farm hand in Washington Township, Orvia D, lives in Jacksonville, Illinois. Edwin E, resides in Washington Township,  Howard A lives with his grandfather of this review.  Harry E; Ora; Tracy D and Daniel B, all four at home.  Ellen Hale is the wife of Casper Oberman of Washington Township, who is a farmer.  Willis B. married Miss Hattie Carrie, and is a school teacher in Ruston, Louisiana.  They have two children: Cecil B. and Catherine.  Emulous Hale died when 7.  An unnamed infant is deceased.  Mr. Hale's children were all born in Des Moines County.  Mr. Hale is now in his 80th year enjoying all the comforts and blessings of old age.  There is no man in the community more highly respected or esteemed than is he.  His business life, both private and public has always been honorable, his private life an ideal one and his Christian life is one that all may pattern after; and though he has had trials and sorrows here we have the assurance he will find joys without number when he is called to join those most near and dear to him. - Biographical review of Des Moines County, Iowa. Chicago: Hobart Publishing Company, 1905, Page 448

HAMILTON

HAMILTON, Norvall, farmer and miller, Bellmore, was born in Ripley County, Indiana November18,1826 and is the son of John and Martha H. (BUCHANAN) Hamilton, both born in Kentucky.  He is of Irish and Scotch descent, and was educated when and where "lickin and larnin" went together.  He and his brother cleared 10 acres of land when boys, and broke it with a wooden moldboard plow.  He was 5 when his parents moved to Jackson Co IN.  His father was a millwright, carpenter, cabinetmaker and brick mason and at the time of death, which took place in 1846 he was county clerk.  His father was a good, moral man, never heard to swear or known to drink; his mother was a member of the Presbyterian Church.  Mr. H. owns a sawmill, situated on the Big Raccoon River at the corners of Adams, Florida and Raccoon Townships, and is doing a thriving business; he also rents a farm in Union.  He was married November5, 1853 to Mary J. CRESS and has a large family by this union: Lycurgus; Orlando; Lazora; Warren; Laura; Wilber; Garret who was killed in the sawmill; Henry; Martha M; Alva E; John, now deceased, Perry R; Luetta and Ora.  Mr. H. was in the front during the Mexican War.  He participated in the battles of Vera Cruz; Cerro Gordo; Puebla; Contreras; Churubusco; Molino del Rey and Chapultepec.  Mr. H, by an act of bravery, was the first man to enter Belen gate on that memorable 13th day of September1847.  For this act he received a certificate of merit and a pension of $2 a month.  He belonged to Col. Smith's regiment of Mounted Riflemen, Co G under Capt. John S. SIMINSON.  When crossing the gulf of Mexico, he slept by the side of Gen. Scott's horse.  He is proud of his war record.  He is democratic in sentiment.  

HAMILTON, S.R. farmer, Portland Mills, is one of Greene Township's earliest settlers.  He was born in Bourbon County, Kentucky, Mary 17, 1797, and is the son of James and Hannah (RAMSEY) Hamilton.  The former was born in Tyrone, Ireland, and came to America in 1781.   S.R. Hamilton's paternal grandfather had six sons, all of whom he sent to America but the youngest, who joined in the revolution of 1688, and was forced to flee the country for his life.  This old patriarch of liberty was a tiller of the soil.  Mr. S.R. Hamilton's grandfather fought in the memorable battle of the Boyne, under William III, in 1690.  His mother, Hannah Ramsey was born in Pa. In 1770, in Huntington County, and is the daughter of James and Mary (COCHRAN) Ramsey.  His maternal great grandmother, when a hundred years old, could spin six cuts of 10 hundred flax thread or walk three miles in a day, and could read in a small pocket bible without glasses.  She lived almost to the great age of 110.  Mr. Hamilton's father was married in Pa. In 1793 and settled in Kentucky, where the subject of our sketch was reared and educated in the pioneer cabins and log schoolhouse.  In 1816, he came to Jefferson County, In and remained there until 1821 and then went back to Ohio .  Remaining in Ohio  two years, he then returned to Kentucky, and the same year was married in Fleming Co to Nancy Ramsey, daughter of  Alexander and Ann (MORE) Ramsey, whose parents were like his father, natives of Ireland. By this marriage there have been born to them 8 children, four of whom are living; Oliver A, married to Georgiana RAMSEY; Ordelia, widow of JR REDDISH; Wallace I; Evan E and Joseph, who are unmarried and live at home.  Wallace I. Was a soldier in the late war for a period of 100 days. H ahs served as county commissioner nine years and as justice of the peace 15 years.  He began life in this county in the green woods, on 80 acres and he now has a splendid and well improved farm of 200 acres, located on Sections. 24 and 25.  He and his wife have been active church members for half a century.  They were members of the Associate Presbyterian Society, near Portland Mills, till 1859, when they withdrew, and with others constituted the church society called United Presbyterians.  In the former church he was elected to the eldership, which he filled till the organization of the latter and is now one of the elders in the latter.  His and his wife's ancestors, as far back as he can trace them, have been strict Presbyterians.  Esquire HAMILTON is the oldest man in Greene Township but one.  He and his wife are universally respected, both on account of their age and unpretending piety.  Few have passed through so many changes as they.  At all times they have mustered courage to triumph over every obstacle.  Success comes to the vigilant.  Taken from: The 1880 History of Parke County, Indiana.  J. H.  Beadle.   Chicago: H. H. Hill)

HAMILTON, Samuel R. was born in Bourbon Co Kentucky May 17, 1797.  His father was born in Tyrone, Ireland and came to America in 1781.  He came to Parke County and settled on land in Greene Township. In 1825.  His grandfather fought in the battle of the Boyne under William the III in 1690.  His maternal grandmother lived to be 110 years old and when she had passed the century mark could spin flax, walk 3 miles a day and read small print without glasses.  He served as County Commissioner nine years and justice of the peace for 15 years.  He began life on 80 acres and at his death owned 200 acres of fine land, and was the oldest man in Greene Township, honored and respected by all.  (Taken from: Atlas Map of Parke Co IN.  By AT Andreas.  Chicago: Lakeside Building for Clark & Adams St, 1874)

HANGER

Cornelius R. HANGER is the resident agent of the Vandalia RR.  He was born in Staunton, Virginia May 28, 1863 to William H. and Elizabeth M. BRUBECK Hanger, natives of Virginia.  The former, who was born in 1842, was a butcher by trade and a member of the Knights of Pythias. The latter was born in 1841 and by her union with Mr. Hanger she became the mother of one son, our subject and one daughter, who married Samuel Barton a resident of Terre Haute.  Our subject spent his youthful days in the usual manner of farmer lads until he was 13. He attended the public school from which he received a fair education.  After leaving school he learned the art of telegraphy at Rockville this state and commenced following this occupation with the Western Union Telegraph Line.  At the age of 18 he had completed his course, and found himself capable of assuming the responsibility of office work and was working as an extra until April 1882 when he was assigned to the branch at Rosedale, Vandalia Line. Since that time Mr. Hanger has had full control of this office, creditably filling the duties devolving upon him in this capacity.  December 9, 1883, Mr. Hanger was united in marriage with Miss Lula, a daughter of Stephen and Mary DENEHIE of Rosedale.  This lady was the youngest of a family of six children, the eldest dying in infancy.  Aula was a victim of pulmonary consumption and died when 20.  To Mr. and Mrs. Hanger were born four children to gladden their hearts and home.  Their first born died in infancy. The others are: Carl E.; Harley O; and Nellie M.  The good wife of our subject was taken with a severe cold which developed into quick consumption and on February 15, 1893, resignedly answered the call to the Master and passed from earth to the land of rest.  She was a pious and devoted lady who will be sadly missed in the home, church and social circles and by her two little ones and fond husband who have the sympathy of all in their sad bereavement.  Socially, Mr. Hanger is one of those men rarely met with in his position, always ready and willing to impart all the knowledge he can to any and all inquisitors. Some of the prominent traits of his character are a frank and good natured disposition and an agreeable flow of conversation.  Fraternally, he is a member of Rosedale Lodge, AF & AM.  The height of Mr. Hanger's political aspirations is to so faithfully support such principles of National Government that he may be known as a "Simon-pure" Democrat. - Portrait & Biographical Record, Montgomery, Parke & Fountain Counties, Indiana.  Chicago: Chapman Brothers, 1893, Page 218

HANNA

HANNA, Thomas J., farmer, Waveland, is one of the pioneers of Greene Township.  He came to Parke Co in 1827 and entered a half-section of land, which he located in 1828.  The dense timber which then covered the face of his farm in no way disheartened him.  He was reared to the work of felling and burning timber in his native state, Kentucky.  He was born in 1802 and is the son of James and Martha Hanna, both pioneers of Mercer County, Kentucky.  He was married in1 828 to Ann McCormick (sic), by whom he has 8 children.  He now lives with his second wife.  Mr. Hanna ever has been a zealous member of the Methodist Episcopal church.  In early times, before the days of churches and schoolhouses, meeting was held at his house.  While he never sought more than a good name for honesty and integrity from his neighbors, he has gained not only this, but their highest respect and esteem for his Christian character.   During the many years of life spent in Greene Township, on his farm, he has through his industry advanced with the country, which his farm and surroundings show.  He is now enjoying the fruits of his labor and patiently awaiting the summons that shall call him to sunny lands beyond the dark river.  (Taken from: The 1880 History of Parke County, Indiana.  J. H.  Beadle.  Chicago: H. H. Hill)

HANNA, Thomas J. the sixth child of James and Martha Hanna, was born in Mercer County, Kentucky on the 22nd day of November 1802.  He lived in various parts of Kentucky until 1827 when he came to Parke Co and located in Green Township.  Mr. Hanna having been brought up a farmer, entered 320 acres of Government land and began farming for himself.  On the 14th day of February 1828 he was married to Ann McCormick, by whom he has had 8 children.  He is now living with his second wife.  Mr. Hanna has been an active, earnest member of the Methodist church and having passed to allotted three score and ten, has retired to enjoy the fruits of a well spent life.  (Taken from: Atlas Map of Parke Co IN.  By AT Andreas.  Chicago: Lakeside Building for Clark & Adams St, 1874)

HANSEL

HANSEL, George Howell, was born near Mansfield, July 7, 1831, died at the soldier's home in Danville Ill May 6, 1913.  Mr. Hansel was the first man in Parke County to enlist at the beginning of the Civil War, walking 24 mi. to enlist.  He rose to the office of 2nd Lt. of Co "K" 43rd Indiana Infantry; was wounded and returned home.  When recovered from his wounds reenlisted in Co. "F" 10th Indiana Infantry and served the remainder of the war.  He was married August 1, 1869 to Sophronia MARTIN who was born November 22, 1841 near Mansfield. Mr. Hansel was a tanner by trade and for a long time kept a gen. store at Mansfield.  He was also postmaster for several years.  Mrs. Hansel died October 21,1912.  (Note: there is a picture  -- Historical Sketch of Parke County,  Parke County Indiana Centennial Memorial, 1816-1916 p 110). - HANSEL, George H., grocery man, Bridgeton, was born July 7, 1831, in Jackson Township, Parke Co In and is the son of George and Hannah.  Mr. H's father was born in Pa 1795 and died April 1840.  He was in the war of 1812 and was one of the men who defended Ft. Hamilton in Ohio ; also one of the party who crossed White River and destroyed the Indian town and supplies.  he was the first justice of the peace elected in Jackson Township. He selected a piece of land in Jackson Township in 1820 and settled upon it in 1822.  Mr. Hansel's mother was born in New Jersey, July 11, 1799 died April 30, 1873. She was a member of the Methodist Church.  Mr. H lived on the farm till 16 and then learned the tinning business and followed that for a number of years.   While working at this business he traveled over several states  He was married August 1, 1869 to Sophronia MARTIN, daughter of Seborn and Mary ADAMS Martin.  They have had 6 children; Walter B. born May 31, 1870died January 10, 1871; George R; October17, 1871; Jessie A, July 25, 1873 d April 1, 1876; Parker D, October13, 1875; Cyrus S, November7, 1877; Mary D, November3,1879.  From 1867 to 1872 Mr. H worked at the wagon making trade in Mansfield, Portland Mills and Bridgeton.  He then traveled four years in the patent medicine business. In 1878 he began business in Bridgeton, and has continued it ever since.  He has lived in Bridgeton for six years.  Mr. Hansel was the first man who enlisted from Parke County in the first call for 75,000 volunteers.  He enlisted in Co. F 10th Indiana Volunteers for 3 months, served his time, and reenlisted October15, 1861 for three years.  He was wounded in the battle of Rich Mountain, so that he was disabled for further duty.  He was discharged October11, 1862.  While he was out he did good service for his country.  Mr. H. has been a Mason since 1856 and has held several offices in that order.  he is a member of the Methodist church and a republican . Beadle, J. H. .  1880 History of Parke County, Indiana (from Historic notes on the Wabash Valley and History of Vigo & Parke County) Chicago: H. H. Hill & N. Iddings, Publishers

HANSON

HANSON, J. W. farmer Section 9, PO Sigourney, was born in Park (sic) County, Indiana in 1827 where he was raised a farmer; he came to this county in 1853 and settled where he now resides; he owns 270 acres of land and has made all the improvements since he came here; he has done considerable civil engineering since coming to the county; he is the author of the first Greenback platform in the state of Iowa and ran for Congress on the Greenback ticket in 1870 on the same platform on which Gen Weaver was elected in 1878; he married Miss D. Horner, June 3, 1849; she was a native of Ohio; they have 5 children: Mary E, now Mrs. John A. Benson of California; Solon A. civil engineer; Alpheus P, Della now Mrs. LD Bond and Monts. - The History of Keokuk County, Iowa : Evansville, Ind.: Unigraphic, 1975, Page 615

HARDING

William H. HARDING is an enterprising agriculturist of Adams Township Mrs. Harding owning a well-improved farm of 254 acres on Section 2.  She also has a fine residence in Rockville where they will probably pass their declining years.  In the year 1884 our subject went to Kansas where he preempted 160 acres of land which he afterward sold to his son, Edward. Mr. Harding was born in Shelby County, Kentucky March 2, 1833 and is a son of Josiah Harding who was born in Maryland 1801. The latter resided in his native state until attaining his 20th year when with his father, Nathan he removed to Shelby County, Kentucky.  Our subject's father married in that county Elizabeth daughter of Ellis Miller who was a farmer and stock raiser in Kentucky to which state he removed from Virginia about 1821.  In 1835, Josiah Harding came to this county, locating in Greene Township where he entered 160 acres and lived there for about two years when he settled in Putnam County which was his home for 20 years. At the expiration of that time he moved to a farm two miles south of Crawfordsville where he died in April 1889.  His widow is still living on the old homestead though she was born as long ago as March 12, 1806.  Josiah Harding was a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church and was politically a Republican.  He owned 240 acres of land in Montgomery County at the time of his death.  William H. Harding of this sketch is one of 5 children, 4 of whom grew to maturity.  Charles W. is a retired merchant; John is a farmer of Union Township, Montgomery County; and Henry W. also resides in the last mentioned place.  Our subject left home when 18 going to LaFayette where he learned the dry goods trade.  3 years later he went to New York City where he engaged in the wholesale millinery and fancy goods business with the firm of Cochran & Nickey and at the end of two years was taken into the firm, the title of which became Cochrain & Harding.  When a couple of years elapsed, thereafter retired and went to Rockville, Indiana where he engaged in the dry goods business with B.W. Stark, under the name of Stark & Harding. Some time later our subject sold out to his partner and became a member of the firm Coffin & Byers. The senior member withdrew a year later, being following by Mr. Byers two years after. For six years succeeding the firm was known as William H. Harding & Co when our subject withdrew going into business for himself and continuing along five years.  His business ventures were blessed with success from the start, and as he was always honorable and correct in his methods, his patrons became his friends.  In 1856 occurred the marriage of William H. Harding with Adeline E. Ward, who is the daughter of Greenberry Ward, a native of Woodford County, Kentucky his birth having occurred in 1800.  In 1821 he settled on land in Fayette County, Indiana where he remained five years then coming to Parke County and settling in the thick timber four miles south of our subject's present home.  At that time the Indians were still plentiful in this locality and the nearest neighbor lived nine miles distant.  He erected a log cabin on his place which he soon brought under good cultivation.  In 1832 he purchased a farm which is now the home of our subject and there he resided until his death when he owned 313 acres.  Mrs. Harding is the youngest and only surviving member of the family comprising 3 children. Greenberry died September 21, 1891 age 91 years and 20 days. He was one of the hardy pioneers of this county and from 1867 to 1870 he had an interest in a dry good business. He was a charter member of the Methodist Episcopal Church at Rockville.  Mrs. Harding was born and reared on the place where she now lives and by her marriage became the mother of five, three of whom are living: Charles W, who resides on the farm; Edward H. a druggist at Rockville and Frank B. who runs the home farm.  Politically, Mr. Harding is a Republican and religiously a member of the Presbyterian Church. - Portrait & Biographical Record of Montgomery, Parke and Fountain Counties, Indiana, Page. 125

HARGRAVE

Arthur A. HARGRAVE, editor and proprietor of the Rockville Republican, is one of the most prominent young business men in Parke County.  He was born in Portland Mills, Putnam County, Indiana August 15, 1856 and is the son of William H. and Susan BISHOP Hargrave of whom further mention is made in the biographical sketch of the father, presented elsewhere in this volume.  He was 2 when his father located on a farm in Putnam County and there spent the day of his boyhood, his time being devoted mostly to duties incident to rural life and his opportunities for education limited.  When 13 our subject accompanied his parents to Rockville where he carried don his studies in the public schools. At age 17 he commenced to learn the trade of printer in the he office of the Rockville Republican. In 1876 he entered Wabash College, Crawfordsville from which institution he graduated in 1881, with the degree of Bachelor of Arts. While in college he was one of the Baldwin prize essayists and won considerable local fame through his high order of abilities.  Upon leaving college Mr. Hargrave accepted the position of reporter on the Kansas City Journal and remained in that position 1 year, when he returned to Rockville Indiana the spring of 1883, he became reporter for the Terre Haute Express but evens soon afterward took place which induced him to resign that position for work in foreign lands. During the year above mentioned he was offered a position by the Presbyterian Board of Foreign Missions and at once sailed for Persia, where he took charge of the printing establishment of the Board at Oroomiah. The printing was done in the Syriac language, which he soon mastered.  During a portion of the time spent abroad he was an editor of the monthly, entitled Rays of Light which was printed in the he Syriac language. While in Persia, Mr. Hargrave met Miss Marion S, daughter of Rev. E. G. Moore, now of Worthington, Minnesota, and the acquaintance ripened into love.  They were married in Oroomiah, July 9, 1885. Two years later on account of the ill heath of Mrs. Hargrave they returned to the United States and for a time made their home at Terre Haute where our subject filled the position of assistant editor of the Express.  In the spring of 1888 he came to Rockville and purchased the Rockville Republican which he has published ever since.  At the time of the purchase the paper had greatly depreciated in value but Mr. Hargrave has succeeded in bringing it up to a high literary standard. New machinery has been added to the printing department, the typographical appearance of the paper has been improved and the circulation increased. The Republican is a weekly paper, Republican in politics and contains local news as well as items of general interest.  The proprietor, as the paper is a strong Republican in his political belief and is one of the active workers in the ranks of the party.  He takes considerable interest in educational matters and is one of the Trustees of the Rockville schools.  His religious connections, as will be inferred from what has already been mentioned of his life, are with the Presbyterian Church. Socially he is a Mason. - Portrait & Biographical Record of Montgomery, Parke & Fountain Counties, Indiana.  Chicago: Chapman Brothers, 1893, Page 375

HARGRAVE, William H., carpenter and millwright, Rockville, first child of Cornelius T. And Eliz. A. (GEPHART) Hargrave was born near Lancaster, Fairfield Co Ohio  October 11, 1834. He was reared on his father's farm, and at the age of 18 commenced to learn the carpenter's trade; this he has followed irregularly since, and has also worked some at mill righting.  In 1842 his parents moved to Putnam County, this state and settled on a farm near Portland Mills.  Mr. Hargrave was married October 24, 1855 to Miss Susan BISHOP, who was born January 7, 1830.  They have had 5 children; Arthur A, Charles A, Ida M B; Lula B and Edward T, now dead.  In the summer of 1864, Mr. H. Enlisted in Co. B, 78th Indiana Volunteers for 60 days.  The two companies furnished by Putnam County reported at Greencastle early the next morning and on the following morning were awaiting orders at Indianapolis.  Here was alacrity and dispatch worthy the age of song.  Mr. H. Was 2nd Sgt of his company.  Having served his time he was mustered out in October  In 1868 Mr. H. Moved to Rockville.  One year he worked as a millwright; four years was employed at his trade; and 7 years in a planning mill; four years of the time as foreman.  Early the present year, in company with James A. LAMBERT, he began running the Tenbrook planning mill on trial.  Since they began business they have put in a saw, and erected a drier which holds 8,000 or 10,000 feet of lumber, and which is heated by a furnace.  Mr. H. Is a Mason and republican.  He is a member of the Presbyterian. Church and has been a deacon 7 or 8 years.  He has been a member of the town board of Rockville since 1878. 

William H. HARGRAVE.  Located in the midst of a rich farming community, it is not strange that the business interests of Rockville have attained a prominence unequaled in this section of the country. The business men of this place as a class are enterprising, shrewd and far-seeing in judgment and it is largely through their efforts that the city has become prominently known as a commercial center. Among the number who have contributed to this pleasing result may be mentioned William H. Hargrave, the owner and proprietor of large furniture and undertaking establishment of Rockville. October 11, 1834 Mr. Hargrave was born in Lancaster, Fairfield County, Ohio. On the paternal side he is of Virginia descent, his ancestors having been early settlers in the Old Dominion. There Cornelius T. Hargrave, father of our subject was born near the city of Richmond and thence he came to Ohio about the year 1830. His marriage with Miss Elizabeth A. Gephart took place at Circleville.  He engaged in farming in the Buckeye state until 1842, when he removed to Indiana and purchased a farm in Putnam County. His attention was closely devoted to improving and cultivating this place, where he resided until his death at Russellville in April 1888.  His wife had passed away several years prior to his demise. In his religious connections he was identified with the Presbyterian Church. A man of energy and thrift, he made a success of his agricultural operations and was very prominent in Putnam County. Mr. Hargrave was one of 8 children, and was reared to manhood at the old homestead in Putnam County, Indiana. At age 18 he was apprenticed to learn the trade of a carpenter, and in 1855 he embarked in business for himself. In 1868 he came to Rockville, where he has since made his home.  Here he was engaged at his trade 3 years and then entered into the millwright business, continuing at this occupation for several years.  Afterward he followed the lumber business for a number of years, and later was variously engaged until 1884, when he organized his present furniture and undertaking establishment. In this business he at once met with flattering success, and his fair dealings with all and uniform geniality of manners won for him the esteem of his customers. He has devoted especial attention to embalming and attended Prof. Clark's school at Springfield, Ohio for the purpose of securing the best possible information regarding this important department of his business. As the result of excellent judgment, brought to bear in every line of work in which he has engaged, success has rewarded his efforts and he has accumulated a competency.  In Putnam County, Indiana in the fall of 1855, occurred the marriage of W. H. Hargrave to Miss Susan, daughter of David C. Bishop, a blacksmith residing in Portland Mills, Putnam County.  Two sons and two daughters have come to bless their home, Arthur A. is the Editor of the Rockville Republican; Prof Charles A. is Professor in the department of Science & higher Mathematics in Central Normal College, Danville; Ida Belle a graduate of the Rockville School and the Normal school at Danville was for some time a teacher, and is now the wife of Jesse R. Long, an attorney at Muncie, Indiana; Loulie B, the youngest child is at home. Appreciating the fact that Mr. Hargrave possesses qualifications which render him well adapted for public positions, his fellow citizens have frequently called upon him to serve in official capacities. For four years he served as Township Trustee and was a member of the Town Board for about the same length of time. In his political belief he is a Republican. When about 19 he united with the Presbyterian Church and has since been a faithful member of and active worker in that denomination, which he now serves as Elder. Socially he is identified with the Masonic fraternity and has filled the positions of Master of the Lodge and High Priest of the Chapter. During the late war he saw something of active service, having enlisted in 1862 as a member of Co. B. 78th Indiana Infantry and was 2nd Sgt of his company. - Portrait & Biographical Record of Montgomery, Parke & Fountain County, Indiana (Chapman Brothers, 1893) -- Page 422

HARLAN

O. G. HARLAN is a retired farmer who is still making his home on the farm on Section 9, Union Township, Parke County on which he located soon after his marriage.  That was over 50 years ago and for nearly that length of time did Mr. Harlan actively engage in carrying on the farm.  He has been active in all good works and has a host of warm friends who have been drawn to him by his qualities of many worth and integrity.  Mr. Harlan was born in Warren County, Ohio 40 miles north of Cincinnati.  The date of that important event was November 5, 1822 (another source lists November 3).  Our subject's father, Samuel Harlan was a native of North Carolina and when a child settled in Kentucky with his father.  The latter built a mill, which was taken away from him on account of its being on Union land.  After this injustice he removed to Ohio when it was a wilderness, taking up land.  12 other families went with him from Kentucky, making settlements in the Buckeye State. Our subject's father remained with his parents until he was of age and in 1829 came to Parke County, Indiana where he secured some land of the Government on Section 9, Union Township.  He moved his family into a log cabin, remaining there for many years.  He lived to a good old age, his death occurring in his 93rd year while he was on a visit to Kansas.  The mother of O. G. Harlan was, before her marriage, Bethesda Nutt.  She was born in Warren County, Ohio and attained the age of 76.  Her father, Aaron Nutt, was a merchant in the Buckeye state. In the family are 12 children, he of whom we write being the 5th in order of birth.  His brothers and sisters all grew to manhood and womanhood, but of the number only one is now living, Mary, Mrs. Mitchell of Vermilion County Illinois.  When a lad of 7 Mr. Harlan first set foot in Parke County, settling in the thickly timbered wilderness with his parents and attending the old-fashioned log school house with its attendant discomforts.  He remained under the parental roof until his father's death. In the year 1842 (Note: married Hendricks County, Indiana - 9 November 1843) he was united in the bonds of matrimony with Asenath Hunt, of Hendricks co, who was born in North Carolina.  This marriage has been blessed with the following children: Drusilla; Samuel; Ithmer; Milton; James and Aaron.  In addition to these children, Mr. and Mrs. Harlan have given a home to 12 orphans, for which they are certainly deserving of great credit, as that is a piece of practical philanthropy and usefulness which is worthy of praise.  Politically, Mr. Harlan is affiliated with the Republican Party. - Portrait & Biographical Record of Montgomery, Parke & Fountain Counties, Indiana.  Chicago:  Chapman Brothers, 1893, Page 552

HARPER

Peter HARPER, an intelligent farmer and respected citizen was born in Decatur County, Indiana, February 17, 1842. His father, James Harper was a native of Virginia but in his youth was taken by his paternal grandmother to Kentucky where he was reared and married. By trade he was a gunsmith, going to Decatur County about 1830 where he resided until 1845 at which time he settled in Reserve Township, this county. Here he remained until his death in 1852. He was a steadfast Democrat in his politics and was twice married, first to a Miss HUFFMAN who bore him the following children: Nancy; Rebecca; Mary; Lydia; Cynthia and James.  His second wife was the mother of these children: Jackson; George; Gibson; Peter and Esther, who, was a widow and died about 1860 in Warren County Ohio. Our subject was reared in Indiana, receiving a common district school education, and at the age of 5, went to live with a brother-in-law, Benjamin DAVIS with whom he remained until reaching majority.  At this period he began working on a salary of $100 per year, with board and clothing included which occupation he followed for 5 years when he married and began farming in Parke County, where he now lives.  In 1835 his brother-in-law Benjamin Davis also came to Parke County from Kentucky, his native state and bought 80 acres of timber land on Section 19 to which he added and clear 168 acres which finally passed into the hands of our subject.  For many years Mr. Harper has been throwing his weight of his influence in favor of the Democratic Party of which he has been a devoted adherent.  Our subject has been greatly aided and encouraged in his work and in the making of a cozy home for himself and his family.  His first marriage occurred April 22, 1869 to Miss Catherine MANLEY of Parke County to whom were born 6 children: Emma E; James B; Minnie C; Harriet N; John P and Arastus. This devoted mother died February 7, 1888, a valued worker in the United Brethren Church.  Some years after he was married a second time, taking as his wife Rachael, and a half-sister of his former companion who in her brief married life contributed largely to the happiness of her husband.  She quietly passed away October 15, 1890, having lived a consistent Christian life and having been for many years connected with the Christian Church of this place.  Mr. Harper has always been engaged in farming, is well versed in the principles of agriculture, employs the best modern methods of tilling the soil and derives a comfortable income form his harvests.  He is a sensible, well-informed man, kind and considerate in his dealings and intercourse with others, which traits place him high in the regard of his fellow citizens. - Portrait & Biographical Record of Montgomery, Parke & Fountain Counties, Indiana. Chicago: Chapman Brothers, 1893, Page 251 

HARRIS

HARRIS, Robert C, Farmer and stock raiser, Section 9, P. O. Oskaloosa born in Augusta County, Virginia June 20, 1840 and when 4 removed with his parents to Park (sic) County, Indiana and lived there 7 years when they came to Iowa by wagon and were about 4 weeks on the way; arrived in this county near Oskaloosa, November 1, 1855 and he was brought up here and engaged in farming and stock raising. He owns a farm of 225 acres; married Miss Abbie Elliott from Oskaloosa December 29, 1864; they have 5 children Francis L; Nola L; Lycurgus L; Licus and baby; they lost two children. - The History of Mahaska County, Iowa:  Union Historical Company, 1878, Page 611

HARRISON

HARRISON, Wilburn P.,  farmer and coal dealer, Rockville, was born November 9, 1858 in Parke Co and is the son of William died and Elizabeth A. (BRADFIELD) Harrison. He has attended the common school and has attended Bloomingdale Academy two terms. He began farming for himself in the fall of 1879 and lives with his mother on the old homestead. He has successfully managed the farm for about 6 years, since his father's death. Mr. Harrison is a republican, quite a reader and an energetic, industrious young man. Mr. Harrison's grandfather (on his father's side) was born March 21, 1787 and died in his 84th year. He taught school, kept store, and was afterward a farmer. He was a great reader and retained his mind clear until the time of his death. Grandmother Harrison was born July 23, 1788 and died in April 1863. Mr. Harrison's father was born April 18, 1827 in Columbiana Co Ohio  and died September 26, 1873. In the fall of 1852 he moved, in company with his parents, wife's folks and others, to the number of 40, to Parke County, IN. March 21, 1850 he was married to Miss Elizabeth A. Bradfield. They had 6 children: Sarah L, who died November 23, 1857; Eliza J; Charles B; William S who died October 23, 1873; and Minnie E. Mr. Harrison began life in limited circumstances, but at the time of his death he owned a fine farm of 307 acres, 3 mi. Northeast of Rockville, as the result of his industry and labor. There is a large vein of coal on his place, which covers about 100 acres and produces as good coal as can be found in t he state. Mr. Harrison was a man of sterling integrity and upright character. He was a member of the Christian church and in politics a republican. He was a kind, indulgent father and an influential member of society, and his death was lamented by all who knew him. Mrs. Harrison was born in Columbiana County, Ohio , March 9, 1830 and is the daughter William and Sarah Bradfield. Her father died about 18 years ago. Her mother is 78 year old and still lives on the old place. Mrs. Harrison and her husband were both in the same community, went to school together and finally concluded to live together. Since her husband's death she has had the responsibility of managing the place and a good deal of business, which she has borne and transacted with remarkable fortitude and success. She is a member of the Christian church and a respected Christian lady.

HARRISON, W. P., a prosperous farmer of Adams Township, Parke County has been Postmaster of Nyesville a small town near his homestead for the past 10 years. He has resided all his life on his present farm, which was his birthplace.  The date of that event was Nov 9, 1858. His parents were William D. and Elizabeth BRADFIELD Harrison who were both natives of Columbiana Co, Ohio.  The great-grandfather of our subject, Benjamin Harrison it is supposed was a native of England, who located in this state at an early day.  His son, William married a Miss DICKSON and unto them were born nine children, six of whom grew to maturity, and of this number, Mrs. Anna Bradfield died May 9, 1893.  The father was a member of the Society of Friends, and politically was a Whig. His younger days were spent in teaching, but he later devoted himself exclusively to farming. When young he removed to Ohio and there reared his family, but finally settled in Indiana where he died in 1868, his wife having passed away four years previous to this.   The father of our subject grew to manhood in Ohio and in that state was married in 1850. Two years later the young couple came to this county, purchasing 80 acres of land, which is now comprised within the boundaries of our subject's present farm. As the years rolled away, he increased his landed possessions until he was the owner of 317 acres. This property when he bought it was unimproved, but he lived to see the greater portion of it under cultivation.  He was a Republican politically and a member of the Christian Church, in the faith of which he died in 1873. His wife survived him 10 years, dying in 1883.  WP Harrison is one of six children: two died in childhood; Eliza J. deceased was the wife of Jefferson SKELTON; our subject is next in order of birth; Charles B. and Arminta, wife of William WELCH complete the number.  When 15, at which time occurred his father's death, our subject assumed the care of the family and faithfully did he perform the duties devolving upon him.  He was educated in the common schools of Parke Co, and for a short time attended the Bloomingdale Academy.  He began his business career as a farmer, and now has 117 acres in his own home farm and also has a tract of 46 acres bottomland. About the year 1882 he developed a coal mine on his own farm and has largely engaged in mining for the past 10 years This mine's output averages about 60 tons a day and is bringing in a good income to the fortunate owner.  In the year 1886 was celebrated the union of Mr. Harrison and Louetta KENT who is a daughter of Elijah and Mary McNeil Kent.  They have four sons: Charles C; Roscoe C; Benjamin C; and W. Byron.  In his political affiliations, Mr. Harrison is a stanch supporter of the Republican Party, and is a worthy citizen in every sense of the word.”  Portrait & Biographical Record of Montgomery, Parke & Fountain Counties, Indiana (Chicago: Chapman Brothers 1893) p 492. Shared by Karen Zach.

HARVEY

Colonel George C. HARVEY, a prominent lawyer of Danville was born on August 9, 1860 on a farm near Rockville, Parke County, Indiana the son of George c. and Martha Ann Thompson Harvey, his father a native of Parke County and his mother of Kentucky. His mother was the daughter of James L. Thompson, a very prominent Methodist minister and author of a volume of sermons.  His father was a young farmer at the opening of the Civil war and enlisted for service on September 15, 1861 in Company I, 31st Regiment Indian Volunteer Infantry. He was mustered in as captain and participated in the battles of Ft. Henry and Donelson in the spring of 1862 and was killed on the first day of the battle of Shiloh, April 6, 1862.  His mother was left with 3 children and reared them to lives of usefulness and honor. She never remarried and is still living in Danville at age 76.  These children were James H of Yazoo City, Mississippi; Mrs. Mary T. Hadley, widow of Otis C. Hadley who is now a teacher of art in the public schools of Lebanon, Indiana.  For a number of years she was at the head of the art department in the Danville schools and also the central Normal College. She teaches for the love of art and cares nothing for the financial side of the profession. The third child George C. Harvey the immediate subject of this sketch was only one year old when his father was killed in battle.  Colonel George C. Harvey was born in a log house which is still standing in Parke County about half way between Rockville and Bloomingdale. After his father’s death in the Civil War, his mother, with her 3 children moved to Attica where they lived for a few years. Later they moved to Rockville where they lived until 1875 when they came to Hendricks County.  George C. Harvey then went on the farm of his guardian and remained there until fall of 1879 when he entered Wabash College and completed the four year course.  He worked his way through college by putting in crops in the summer and doing railroad contract work and in fact anything he could find to do.  He at times worked in the auditor's office at Danville in order to make a little money to continue his course in college. While his vacation periods were as busy as they could possibly have been he was not less employed while in school.  In addition to carrying full college work and doing chores on the side, he read a great deal of law in the offices at Crawfordsville.  In the summer of 1883, upon his graduation he went into the office of Thaddeus S. Adams, of Danville and continued with him until the spring of 1887 but not as a partner. He was admitted to the bar in 1884 but had been deputy prosecuting attorney before that time in the justice of peace court and might have been admitted to the bar before 1884 but he did not care for his admission until he had had a case in the circuit court. In July 1887 he formed a partnership with George W. Brill, the present judge of Hendricks County and this partnership continued until Judge Brill was elected 1912.  Colonel Harvey has won an enviable name for himself in court and is known throughout the central part of Indiana as one of the best jury lawyers. He has had more than 30 murder cases in court and has had a very large share of success in the general practice of Hendricks County. Recognizing his keen ability as a lawyer and as an analytical student of the law, corporations have frequently engaged him as counsel and he has always been able to give good service to his clients.  Colonel Harvey was married November 8, 1887 in Flemingsburg, Kentucky to Lillian D. Drenan the daughter of James P. and Mahala Drenan of that city. To this union 4 children: Drenan R, born April 6, 1889 who is now practicing law with his father; George R, born August 17, 1890 who is also associated with his father in the practice of law; Martha A, born April 22, 1895 and John Parke born June 10, 1902. Mr. and Mrs. Harvey are justly proud of their our children and they have given them every educational advantage possible in order that they might be the best equipped for their future careers. It is a satisfaction to the parents to know that their children have fulfilled their expectations in every way and are in a fair way to make themselves recognized factors in the community in the future. Colonel Harvey was elected clerk of the city of Danville on four different occasions a fact which attests his popularity in his home town. He was a member of the military staff of Governor Chase and also of Governor Matthews with the rank of colonel.  He has also been chief inspector of the infantry of the state. In 1890 he was elected colonel of the Sons of Veterans of the sate of Indiana and since that time has held the office of judge advocate general of the Sons of Veterans of the U. S... He is a member of the Loyal Legion the Free & Accepted Masons, both of the chapter and council and while in college was a member of the phi Kappa Psi Greek letter fraternity. In his political relations he is a member of the Republican Party and saw no reason in the fall of 1912 why he should sever his connection with that old and established party.  Colonel Harvey is vice president of the Klondike Milling Company of Danville and is financially interested in that company.  He is one of the directors of the Columbia Club of Indianapolis and stockholder in the same.  Colonel Harvey has been a prominent figure in Hendricks County many years and is still regarded as one of the best men of the Hendricks County bar.  As he approaches the fall of life he will have the satisfaction of letting his mantle rest upon the shoulders of his two worthy sons who are fast qualifying themselves to take up the work which their father has so well done in the past.  - History of Hendricks County, Indiana. Indianapolis, Ind.: B.F. Bowen & Company, 1914, Page 616

Captain George HARVEY was ranked among the bravest and most amiable of our officers.  His home was in Parke County, Indiana.  The regiment felt proud of his abilities and a thrill of sorrow went through the ranks when intelligence was received that he had fallen by a rebel bullet, while faithfully discharging his duty and urging on his brave company in the battle of Shiloh, April 6, 1862.  He sleeps in Indiana's consecrated soil. - Stevenson, David. Indiana's roll of honor, Indianapolis: The author, 1864-1866, Page 208

HARVEY, John W., M.D., physician and surgeon, Mansfield, was born in Sullivan County, Indiana September 17, 1833 and is the son of James F. and Sarah (HINKLE) Harvey. The doctor's father was born in NC in May 1800.  He was a local preacher in the Methodist church and died February 23, 1874.  Dr. Harvey lived on a farm till he was about 21 years old, and had a common school education and also attended some at New Lebanon Academy.  He read medicine two years and then attended lectures Academy.  He read medicine two years and then attended lectures at Rush Medical College.  He began the practice of his profession in Clay County, and practiced at Bridgeton awhile and settled in Mansfield in 1860.  He was first married May 14, 1862 to Lucy F JOHNSTON, daughter of Col. Samuel Johnston.  She was born November 29, 1837 died August 31, 1878.  The children by this marriage were Arthur J, born January 27, 1865; Emma A, March 2, 1867; Nora H, September 8, 1869; Bertha M., October 8, 1872.  He was married the second time, August 13, 1879 to Mariah LANKFORD daughter of  Robert P.  She was born March 29, 1847.  The doctor and his wife are both members of the Methodist Church.  He is a republican.  He is well established in the respect and confidence of the people.  Taken from: The 1880 History of Parke County, Indiana.  J. H.  Beadle.   Chicago: H. H. Hill

HAWKINS

Robert Warren Hawkins, MD one of the leading  members of the medical profession practicing at Brazil, Indiana was born in that  city, January 7, 1872 the only child of Dr. William B. and Abigail McLain nee  Daniels Hawkins. Dr. Robert W. Hawkins was educated in the high school at  Brazil and graduated from Medical College of Indiana at Indianapolis with the class of  1895, after which he located in his native city, where he has built up an excellent medical practice and enjoys the confidence and esteem of his fellow townsmen. During the period of the Spanish-American war from  April 23, 1898 to November 23, 1900 he was hospital steward for 159th Indiana Regiment at  Camp Alger, Virginia. He belongs to the Clay County Medical Society of which he was secretary; State Medical Society of Indiana to Brazil Lodge No 215, Independent Order of Odd  Fellow; Tribe No. 61 of Red Men at Indianapolis and various other fraternities.  He has been Secretary of County of Health, having served in 1896-97. He also has the distinction of belonging to the Indiana Society of Sons of the American Revolution he being a lineal descendant of Ephraim Warren of that conflict. During the great smallpox  scourge in Brazil in 1903 Dr. Warren was secretary of City Board of Health and materially aided in stopping the spread of the disease. In his political views he is a staunch supporter of the Republican principles. He was  married to Claudia Tennant, October 12, 1898. She was b. near Paris, Illinois January 30, 1876 daughter of Lawrence & Prudence J. Crooks Tennant both parents being  natives of Parke County Indiana. Their children were: Claud Mrs. Hawkins; Ora A, wife  of R.P. Shattuck now residing at Brazil, Indiana; Merle E, Lillis M.  The  father of Mrs. Hawkins was a farmer, merchant and traveling expert machine man for the McCormick Harvester Co. of Chicago.  He died at Brazil, Indiana. He was prominent in Masonic circles, a member of the Christian Church and in politics a Democrat. His widow now resides At St. Louis, Mo. The one child born to Dr. Robert W. Hawkins and wife is William Lawrence, born February 2, 1901 - Travis, William. A history of Clay County, Indiana.  New York: Lewis  Pub. Co., 1909, Page 41

HAYS

It is seldom a man passes from life leaving so honorable a record and so sweet a memory as did Daniel W. HAYS, who was born in Darke County, Ohio November 21, 1820 and died January 23, 1906 in Brazil, when in the 86th year of his age.  He was everywhere spoken of in terms of admiration and respect but his many good qualities of heart and mind won him the sincere and abiding love of the great majority of those with whom he came in contact.  His example was indeed one well worthy of emulation and his memory will be cherished for years by all who knew him while he was yet a factor in life's activities.  Mr. Hays was a son of James and Sarah Woodmancy Hays, both of whom were natives of Ohio.  The father removed westward to Indiana at an early day, settling in Clay County where he followed the occupation of farming a long period. He was everywhere known as Judge Hays and was a man respected and honored by all with whom he came in contact.  His death occurred in Covington, Parke County (sic - Covington is in Fountain County).  Brought to Indiana in early life, Daniel W. Hays was reared amid the wild scenes and environments of the frontier and early became familiar with all of the pioneer experiences. A t that day the homes of the settlers were largely build of logs, the cabins were small, making quarters crowded, but there was no time when the house was so full that it could not extend cordial hospitality to friend and neighbor.  Cooking was largely done over the old time fire place and the meat for many a meal was secured by the huntsman who found good opportunity to exercise his skill for there were still large herds of deer and many wild turkeys and other game in the forests.  Mr. Hays shared in the hardships and privations of pioneer life and in the arduous toil of developing a new farm.  Having arrived at years of maturity he was married to Miss Elizabeth Grimes and following her death he married Miss Elvira Kennedy on 2 February 1854. She was born in Parke County Indiana April 28, 1829 and was a daughter of William and Sarah Russell Kennedy. The father was born in Pennsylvania and died at Center Point, Clay County at the age of 80.  The mother was born in Ireland and died near Brazil, Indiana 26 April 1863, 76 years.  They were married in Pennsylvania but came to the Middle West at an early day and cast their lot with the pioneer settlers of Parke County, Indiana.  Mr. Kennedy carrying on farming both in Parke and Clay Counties. The family were members of the Methodist Episcopal Church.  The children of Mr. and Mrs. Hays were six in number: Julia E, the oldest is now the wife of J. M. Russell, a resident of Amarillo Texas.  Cyrus K. married Anna Grimes and is now living in Columbia, SD.  James W. married Lillie Groves and is living in Spokane, Washington. Ermina Jane is the wife of Blair S. McNutt a resident of Brazil.  Sadie V. is also living in Brazil and Cora E is the wife of Harry R. Williams a resident of Kansas City.  After some years' identification with general agricultural pursuits in the state, Mr. Hays engaged in the flour milling business a number of years at Center Point, Clay county, Indiana. He then resumed the work of the fields and carried on general farming in Sugar Ridge Township until 1899 when he came to Brazil and here lived retired.  He was a member of the school board in Sugar Ridge for a long period and the cause of education found him a stalwart advocate.  In early life he belonged to the Christian Church but afterward became a member of the United Brethren and after coming to Brazil joined the Presbyterian Church and lived a most upright, honorable life.  He was one of those who voted the Free Soil ticket when that party placed a presidential candidate in the field. Finding that there had been no steps toward placing a Free Soil ticket in the field in this country, Mr. Hays wrote to George W. Julian, congressman from the 3rd Indiana district for tickets. He received 400 and Mr. Hays saw to it personally that 200 were distributed in this county and 200 were sent to his brother in Montgomery County.  There were only 11 votes cast for the party in this county and among those who voted the ticket were Mr. Hays, his brother, his brother-in-law, his father-in-law and his son.  Mr. Hays believed that the Free Soil movement gave birth to the Republican Party and that the principles of the Free Soil party were the principles endorsed in the first platform of the Republic Party. He therefore became a stalwart supporter of the latter.  He said in his later years that he loved his country next to his life and his party with an equal affection.  He believed it to be on the right side of every question excepting that touching the liquor traffic for Mr. Hays was always a firm temperance advocate.  In fact his influence was always on the side of right, progress, reform and improvement.  Perhaps no words could better close this brief review of the life of an honored man than the tribute written by his old time friend, William Travis who said: "The sense of duty moves me to write briefly, at least, a feeble tribute of respect to the memory of Daniel W. Hays, who passed over the border between the living and dead on 23 January 1906.  It was my good fortune and pleasure to know him intimately during the latter half of his useful and exemplary life.  I have known and associated with many good man but none whose companionship,, friendship and counsel were more appreciated and helpful than his.  In him there was no guile, nor shadow of turning aside from right and duty.  His every day life reflected the true Christian character.  In his relations with his fellow men and his treatment of his neighbor he never lost sight of the principles of the Golden Rule. He had the courage of his convictions at all times and under all circumstances.  In him the cause of popular education, the promotion of morals and the improvement and advancement of society had an earnest, devoted and substantial supporter.  During the years of my school work at Center Point he was ever vigilant in behalf of the cause and contributed liberally to my success.  Then it was that a mutual interest and attachment sprang up between us which was never broken nor ever marred notwithstanding our difference of opinions on vital current questions of the day.  Were I at any time in need of aid and encouragement, he did not wait to be asked but came voluntarily to my relief.  Though of no pretensions nor ostentation, Daniel W. Hays was a man of heart and mind clean and fragrant with love and sympathy for humanity and every work which promises the regeneration and elevation of the race, individually and collectively. No monument of marble nor granite is needed to perpetuate his memory."  - Travis, William.  A History of Clay County, Indiana.  New York: Lewis Publishing Company, 1909, Page 258

HAYWARD

HAYWARD R. H. - one of the best dry-goods store in Rosedale, Parke County, is owned and managed by the honorable gentleman of whom we write, who is also a first-class jeweler and watch-maker, and keeps constantly on hand a large assortment and well-selected stock of Waltham, Elgin and Dueber watches of all grades, together with a great number of solid gold and filled cases.  These he sells at the lowest prices for cash or on monthly payments. His stock of jewelry is of the latest designs, while that of his drugs is always fresh, clean and pure. Prescriptions are compounded night or day. Mr. Hayward was born March 12, 1861, in Danville, PA and is the son of Richard and Sarah George Hayward.  The father of our subject was a merchant by occupation and one of the successful business men of the county in which he resided. At the time of his death, which occurred in August 1882, his successor in the office was he of whom we write and he continued in the office for over a year at Carbon, Indiana. Our subject was also in the drug trade at that place, which business he carried on very profitably.  The mother of our subject died but a short time prior to the death of her husband.  On February 2, 1888, the store and entire stock belonging to our subject was consumed by fire, causing an immense loss to him as he had worked hard to obtain what he had. There was but $500 insurance on the whole. After the fire, he went to Coxville, where he worked for the Brazil Block Coal Co. as store-keeper, remaining with this corporation about one year.  At this period he went to Mecca, Indiana and opened up a drug store, staying there a year. He then moved his stock back to Coxville where he carried on his business about a year.  Jan 1, 1892, he removed Rosedale and purchased the drug stock of Dr. Linch, which he consolidated with his own.  October 15, 1885, he was united in marriage with Allie C. EDDINGTON of Carbon, this state. This lady is the daughter of William and Sarah Eddington who now reside in Terre Haute.  She is the only daughter of her parents and has but one brother, Curtis, living in Terre Haute, who is a fireman on the Big Four Railway. Mrs. Hayward's father is Master of Transportation of the same system by which his son is employed. She was born October 2, 1868 in Mattoon, Illinois and is the mother of one bright little boy, Fred S, who was born July 22, 1888. She is devoted to her home and family interests. Politically, Mr. Hayward is a sound Republican and thorough advocate of party principals. Socially, he is a member of Lodge 259, A. F. & A. M. of this place.  He is one of those men well calculated to make many friends, and is respected by all. – source - Portrait & Biographical Record of Montgomery, Parke & Fountain Counties, Indiana.  Chicago: Chapman Brothers, 1893, Page 685. 

HAZZARD

Among the native sons of the neighboring state of Indiana who have established a permanent home in Illinois and prospered as a farmer may be named William S. HAZZARD.  He is now in the prime of life, a successful farmer and a man who is highly respected as a representative of the leading interests of this county.  He was born in Parke County, Indiana November 26, 1868 and is a son of John F. and Caroline M (Evers) Hazzard, the former also a native of Parke County and the latter of Henry County, that state.  John F. Hazzard was a farmer and came to Vermilion County in 1870 and here rented land for six years at the end of which time he bought the farm where our subject now resides and engaged with a goodly measure of success in agricultural pursuits.  As a patriotic citizen and a supporter of the Union he preferred his services to Company E, 115th Indian Regiment, Volunteers. Having been discharged from this company on account of the expiration of the time of enlistment, he again enlisted, serving in the 149th Indiana Volunteer Infantry until the close of the war.  He participated in a number of great battles and, although he was a brave man and on more than one occasion was in immanent danger, he never received an injury while in the service of his country.  He was a great admirer of Abraham Lincoln and a stanch advocate of the Republican Party.  He was essentially a self-made man and possessed those characteristics which attract friends so that he was a popular man wherever he was known.  He departed this life after many years of usefulness, April 25, 1905, and his remains were deposited in Crown Hill Cemetery. The faithful wife and mother still survives and is living on the old home place, which embraces 342 acres on Section 15, Love Township.  William S. Hazzard was reared at home and educated in the common schools, remaining with his father, who gave him a thorough training in all matters pertaining to agriculture and stock raising. He still continues at the old homestead, where he has had charge of the farm, making a specialty of raising and feeding live stock and gaining a reputation as one of the progressive and energetic men in his line. On December 3, 1895, Mr. Hazzard was happily united in marriage to Miss Minnie Henderson who is native of this county, born February 9, 1873.  She is a daughter of Joseph and Mary (Dillon) Henderson, the father a native of Illinois and mother of Indiana, both of whom are deceased. Mrs. Hazzard is one of a family of 10.  To our subject and his wife, two were born: Mary Zua, who was born July 3, 1898; and Georgia Caroline born December 8, 1900.  The mother and daughter of the family are both faithful members of the Christian Church and are actively identified with the social interests of the community.  Mr. Hazzard has followed his father in giving his support to the Republican Party but he has never been an aspirant for public office, preferring to devote his entire attention to the farm.  He is a valued member of Camp No. 425, Modern Woodmen of America, at Ridge Farm and in his life has exemplified many of the noble teachings of that organization.  He has from his earliest recollection been connected with agricultural interests and few men in his part of the county can claim a more intimate acquaintance with the farm.  Of him it may be said that he has grown up with the county and contributed his part in making it one of the most favored regions of the globe. - Jones, Lottie E. History of Vermilion County, Illinois: a tale of its evolution, settlement, and progress for nearly a century.  Chicago: Pioneer Publishing Company, 1911, Page 665

HEATH

HEATH, Daniel, farmer, Lusk's Springs, was born in Sugar Creek Township, January 8, 1833.  His father, John Heath, was born in Franklin County Indiana in 1811 and was one of the first settlers in the township, having come here in 1826, and was one of the pioneer preachers of the United Brethren church.  He allowed no monetary considerations to stand in his way, but kept his appointments regardless of the weather, and never looking for pay, preaching in the log houses and barns of the early settlers for many years.  His mother, Mary (Bowsher) Heath, was a daughter of Jacob Bowsher, who settled in Liberty Township. in 1823, in whose loft religious meetings were held during the early settlement of the county.  Mr. Heath got his education at the log schoolhouse, on Sec. 29 an old man by the name of Haines being the teacher, and during life has been engaged in agricultural pursuits.  March 4, 1865, he married Miss Rachel McPherson, daughter of John McPherson, who came to this county at an early day, and has two children: Audis Elmer and Bertha Ondola.  A year after his marriage he moved to the farm he now occupies, on which his uncle, Elisha Heath, had settled in 1826, consisting of 289 acres of good land, in good cultivation, his house and farm buildings ranking among the best in this part of the county.  Like most of the pioneers, Mr. Heath has obtained his property by his own industry and good management.  He is the originator and prime mover in the effort to get a graveled road from Rockville to Crawfordsville, which will soon be carried to a successful termination.  He is a prominent member of Annapolis Lodge, AF & AM and also a member of the national party.  His grandfather and grandmother Heath were born in 1777, and were from English descent, his wife's family being originally from Scotland as the name implies.  Taken from: 1880 History of Parke County, Indiana by J. H.  Beadle. Chicago: H. H. Hill & N. Iddings, Publishers.  

Daniel HEATH was born in Sugar Creek Township in 1833.  His father, John Heath was born in Franklin County, Indiana 1811 and settled in this township in 1826 and was one of the pioneer preachers in the United Brethren Church, who went like the early apostles, "without money or without price," in all kinds of weather and preached in the log houses and barns of the pioneers.  Daniel got his limited education in a log school house.  He bought a farm of 280 acres upon which his uncle Elisha Heath settled in 1826, acquired through his own industry and economy, characteristic of the early settlers who did things. - 1816-1916 Atlas of Parke County Indiana, Page 115

HEDGES

HEDGES, J. W. . , druggist, Bloomingdale, is a native of Illinois, born July 21, 1849, and at two years of age his parents removed to Parke County, where they remained for some years, after which they removed to Montgomery County, Indiana.  His father, M. F. . Hedges, was a Baptist minister, having acted in that capacity for a great many years in Montgomery, Parke and Putnam counties, and is now administering the gospel to the people of Chautauqua, Kansas.  J. W. . Hedges came to Bloomingdale in 1879, and engaged in the drug business, and by his courteous treatment has not only built up a good trade, but has gained many friends.  He is a member of the Masonic fraternity, No. 127, which meets at Annapolis.  Taken from: Page 299 History of Parke Co IN; J. H.  Beadle, Chicago: H. H. Hill, 1880

HENDERSON

Alexander HENDERSON.  This venerable and highly esteemed citizen of Montgomery County has been identified with its farming interests for many years and owns and occupies one of the choice farms of Wayne Township, pleasantly situated on Section  25. Mr. Henderson was born in North Carolina Sept 6, 1813. His parents were James and Rebecca (Thomas) Henderson the latter also a native of NC.  When our subject was young the family emigrated first to Ohio, whence they came to this state in 1828.  The father engaged in farming east of Yountsville. In 1830 his wife died and in the ensuing year he was married to a Miss Ray. He was the father of 5 daughters and 3 sons.  Mary, the eldest was born in 1813 in Ohio and married Mr. Ray, a farmer, who lives southeast of Crawfordsville; Zorada was born in 1817, married Isaac Perkins, a farmer in this state and died on year after marriage; Elizabeth was born in 1819, married Mr. Graves and died in 1839 or 1840; Gordon was born in 1821 and died in Iowa in 1845. The subject of this biographical review is a worthy example of the self-made men of this section who while hewing their way to success have contributed to the up building of the county. He was a manly, active, industrious lad of 14 when he started out for himself. When he attained his majority he had 120 acres of land, worth $1.25 an acre and after his marriage he had control of 80 acres more of timberland belonging to his wife and they began life together with good prospects.  He subsequently sold that land and purchased the place upon which he now resides which then comprised a 1/4 of a section.  He had to go in debt for it to the sum of $1,200 and as his wheat and other crops were destroyed that year, he had a hard struggle to maintain a solid footing for awhile. But in time his efforts were well rewarded, and he improved a fine farm that comprises 160 acres of highly cultivated land. To each of his sons when they were married he gave $1,000.  He devotes his farm to both grain raising and stock raising and has good grades of cattle, horses, etc.   Our subject was married to Miss Isabel Chapman in 1838 near Rockville, the ceremony that united them for better or worse being performed by the "Squire" of the town.  For more than half a century they have lived happily together an exemplary wedded life, and have exerted a good influence in the community in which they have lived so long. They are blessed with 8 children: Elizabeth who was born in Parke County was married to Wesley  Hendricks March 3, 1859; William who was born in this state February 17, 1841 married Nancy Jane Huff and was a brave volunteer in the late war a member of the 72nd Indiana Infantry under Capt., Harrison and served 2 years 11 months; Amanda who was born August 28, 1843 died July 26, 1874; James who was born Aug 10, 1845 graduated from the Indianapolis schools studied medicine and is the leading physician at Covington; he married Amanda Thomas in 1870; Milton who was born Sept 6, 1847 married Sarah McCombs July 4, 1847; Mary who was born October 14, 1849; Alice born in 1851 married George Munns of Ripley Twp; Martha was born July 17, 1854; John born Oct 1, 1856 and was married to Miss D. E. Quick, who died January 19, 1891. Mr. Henderson's children are all well educated and 7 of the 8 have taught school. They are all church members and his son John is secretary of the "Hess Meeting."  In his long life, extending over a period of 77 years, our subject has always carried himself uprightly; his dealings with his neighbors have been characterized by candor and strict adherence to principles of honor, justice and honesty and in word and deed has he shown his good will toward his fellow citizens. He gives liberally and cheerfully of his means to the support of religious objects and is a valued member of the Methodist Episcopal church and has been Steward of the church for 20 years. He is a sound Democrat and is actively interested in politics.   - Portrait & Biographical Record of Montgomery, Parke & Fountain Counties, Indiana. Chicago: Chapman Brothers, 1893, Page 285

HENDRIX

HENDRIX, Jacob J., farmer, Mansfield, was born February 3, 1832, in Parke Co Indiana and is the son of Adam and Sarah (BURK) Hendrix.  His father was born December1, 1787 in Bath County Kentucky and his mother was born November 4, 1804 in Fleming County Kentucky.  Mr. Hendrix' grandfather Hendrix came to America in 1776 fought under Gen. Greene in the Revolution and was at Valley Forge.  He served 4 years, then, returning to Scotland, married a Scottish lassie, and came back, settling in Pa.  During the journey over the ocean their first son was born.  After remaining for some years in Pa. he moved to Kentucky, where the father of Jacob was born.  In 1812, Adam Hendrix, father of the subj. of this sketch, came into In with Gen. Harrison.  He fought in the battles of that war, then ret. to Kentucky.  Jacob J. lived with his parents till 18 years of age, when he went to Danville, Il and learned the carriage trade, working there 3 and a half years.  He followed his trade in different places in Ill. till 1853, when he came to Rockville and worked for James P. TICKNOR.  In 1858, he established a shop at Mansfield.  July 7, 1862, Mr. Hendrix enlisted in the 18th Indiana Battery, under Capt. LILY, and participated in the battles of Perrysville; Stone River; Hoover's Gap; Chickamauga; Chattanooga; Mission Ridge went to E. Tennessee, and ret. and joined Sherman in his march to Atlanta, and afterward accompanied Thomas.  He was also with Gen. WILSON on his raid on the alert for Jeff. DAVIS, whom a part of the division captured.  He was discharged at Indianapolis, and returned to Mansfield. The Hendrixes for 3 gen. have been soldiers.   Besides the Revolution and War of 1812 being represented by them, Geo. W. Hendrix, oldest bro. to Adam, born on the ocean, served in the Mexican war and he was followed by Jacob in the Civil War.  Two uncles to the latter were killed in the Mexican War.  Thomas A. Hendricks, ex-governor of Indiana, is related to the above, although the name is spelled differently on account of brevity.  Mr. Hendrix, coming from the army, resumed his trade in Mansfield till 1869, then spent 5 years in Bridgeton, then settled on his farm, where he now resides.  He was married April 12, 1854 to Harriet SMITH, daughter of Asa and Lucinda (SILBY) Smith.  She was an orphan.  She died January 26, 1863 leaving a  family of 4 children: Alonzo; George; Mary A. and Jacob  Mr. Hendrix was next married to Mrs. Margaret (CROOKS) CAPPER, daughter of Gideon and Hannah Crooks.  She was born June 1, 1836 and had 3 children when married to Mr. Hendrix: Mary e; Mariah E now dead; and Elmer also dead.  By this marriage Mr. Hendrix became the father of two children: Melvin and Jessie.  Mrs. Hendrix is a member of the Baptist church.  Mr. Hendrix politically is a believer in the principles of the national party.  Taken from: The 1880 History of Parke County, Indiana.  J. H.  Beadle.   Chicago: H. H. Hill

HENSLEY

Hensley & Johns, attorneys-at-law in the city of Rockville, Parke County have a wide experience in the practice of their profession in this county, having tried cases in all courts, especially of Probate Courts in this and adjoining counties for a number of years. Henry B. HENSLEY, the Sr. member of the firm is a native of Tennessee and was born November 3, 1859 in Anderson County.  His father, Charles Hensey is a miller of Anderson County having learned the trade before going to East Tennessee.  He was married to Miss Della Williams, after which he located in Knoxville and later moved to Anderson Co where he still resides.  To himself and wife were born 8 children, all living but two. During the late war, Charles Hensley was a strong Union Man and supported the Whig party with his ballot in his early life and is now a stanch Republican. He is a member of the Baptist Church in which he has worked many years.  Fortune seems to have favored him for he has always been a successful business man and is now comfortably situated in a nice home, where he is spending his declining years.  Receiving his education in his native state, Henry Hensey in 1879 attended the Indiana Normal at Valparaiso where he took a general course of study for two years.  After leaving that place he went to the State Normal at Terre Haute and there pursued his studies, preparing himself for the profession of a teacher. On leaving school, he secured a position as instructor, teaching his first term before attending the State Normal.  In 1882 he was united in marriage to Miss Dora A. Lunger, daughter of Harrison Lunger of Parke County, Indiana. Mr. Lunger was a farmer of this county and reared his daughter in the best way possible, affording her an education and preparing her for making her own way in the world. After his marriage Mr. Hensley resided in Fountain County, where he engaged in farming for six years. During his sojourn there he was elected Trustee of Fulton Twp, where he served 4 successful years. After he left there he came to Rockville and studied law under Messrs Rice & Johnston for 4 years at the end of which time he was admitted to the Bar.  In January 1893, he formed a partnership with Mr. Johns and they are now carrying on their profession in such a manner as to secure the patronage of numerous business men.  Politically, Mr. Hensley is a Republican and is a member of the Free & Accepted Masons; he also is in membership with the Knights of Pythias. He has two children, Charles H and Lois.  He is true and devoted to his wife and children sacrificing in the faithful performance of his duties. - Biographical Record of Montgomery, Parke & Fountain Counties, Indiana.  Chicago: Chapman Brothers, 1893, Page 197

HESS

Asa HESS, Reserve Township, Parke County is the home of many successful farmers, but of none more prosperous than the gentleman above named, who owns and operates a fine estate which is the result of his excellent management and characteristic industry.  A visitor to his home will see that he has not only erected good buildings and kept his farm well supplied with modern machinery, but also that he keeps excellent grades of stock.  Mr. Hess, who is a son of John and Elinor RUNION Hess, was born in Hamilton County, Ohio June 29, 1833. His father was born in Indiana County, Pennsylvania December 26, 1806 and went to Hamilton County, Ohio with his parents going from there to Reserve Township, this county in 1835. They made the trip in a covered wagon with a 4-horse team and located on Section 4, on 100 acres of land about 30 of which were improved.  The father's intention was to settle on a tract of land which he had entered several years previously about 1829. In the spring of 1835 the parents located on Section 4, 160 acres of which they purchased, the whole aggregating 268 acres, partially improved.  On this last named farm the parents lived the remainder of their lives, the husband's death occurring September 19, 1845 the wife's December 26, 1836.  Asa Hess is one of 3 children born to his parents, himself and a brother Michael being the only survivors.  Their father was a blacksmith by trade but spent the latter years of his life on the farm, in the meantime dealing considerably in lumber.  After the death of his first wife he was married to Emily EPHLAND who became the mother of 4 children: Elinor; George; Ann (deceased) and Nancy.  The devoted wife and mother passed away about 1878.  The grandfather of our subject, Michael Hess was of German descent, a son of Jacob Hess, who came in his boyhood to PA where he settled on a farm in Indiana County.  On this farm was reared a family of 3 children: Michael; Jacob and Barbara.  Jacob, Sr. was a zealous worker in the Lutheran Church and died in that faith.  The grandfather of Asa Hess went with a brother and sister to Hamilton Co Oh where they followed agricultural pursuits. Before going to Ohio he found a wife in the person of Miss Ann BLUE who bored him the following children: Cornelius; John; Samuel; Peter; Joseph and Ann.  Like his father, he was a member of the Lutheran Church and a liberal supporter of the same.  He was always a supporter of the Democracy.  After the death of her husband, the grandmother of our subject was married to one Asa RUNION, who came to Parke County and settled on 128 acres in Liberty Township , where they both died shortly after.  The mother of our subject was born in Somerset County NJ to Asa and Rebecca COOPER Runion, who were natives of New Jersey, but settled in Hamilton County Ohio.  The original of this sketch received a limited education and at age 14 began working on a salary which he continued to do for 10 years.  He began on $8 per month for a Mr. Linbrook and after a time his meager earnings were increased to $13 per month. In 1855 he and his brother bought 130 acres on Section4 this township where the former has since made his home.  To this tract they have added until they now own 440 acres of well cultivated land which is equally divided between them.  Mr. Hess keeps in his possession some of the best breeds of cattle and horses of which he is justly proud.  Politically, he is a Democrat, casting his first vote for James Buchanan.  Thinking it not good for man to live alone, Mr. Hess was married to Mary MILLIKEN, the ceremony taking place February 6, 1862. Mrs. Hess is a daughter of Jonathan and Elizabeth BROWN Milliken who came from Randolph County NC.  Mr. Milliken was twice married, the first union resulting in the birth of 5 boys and two girls. He came to Indiana a few months prior to the admission of Indiana to the union in 1816, settling in Orange County where he remained for a time thence coming to Parke Co where his wife died.  His second companion who bore him two sons and 5 daughters was the daughter of a Mr. Brown.  The United Brethren Church finds in the wife of our subject a most active and devoted member and she is not only a faithful companion to her husband but a most worthy helpmate.  This worthy couple's fortune has been acquired by industry, integrity and energy, and they are trying to bear their part of that responsibility which falls in great or small degree on all. - Portrait & Biographical Records of Montgomery, Parke & Fountain Counties, Indiana (Chicago: Chapman Brothers, 1893) Page 279

HILL

HILL, B. F. , farmer, Bloomingdale, was born in Guilford County, NC in 1832.  His parents removed to Hendricks County, Indiana in 1834, thence to Parke County in 1839 and settled on the farm now owned by Dr. Tucker.  His father, William Hill, was born in NC in 1798 and died in this co. in 1876.  His mother, Axsa (VESTAL) Hill, was also a native of NC born in 1801.  Mr. Hill has been three times married:  first, to Laura STANLEY in 1862 who died in 1867; his second marriage was in 1869 to Ellen HADLEY who died in 1873; and his last marriage was in 1876 to Mrs. W. B. MORRIS.  He has one child, Laura, by his second wife.  Mr. Hill has been a resident of Parke all his life (sic -- conflicts with first statement) with the exception of the time spent in the west.  While he was west, in Nebraska, he and three others laid out a village in Cedar County. He has served as co. commissioner and justice of the peace.  He has followed farming and working at the carpenter's trade.  He is a member of the AF & AM and in politics is a republican.  Taken from: Page 294 History of Parke Co IN; J. H. Beadle, Chicago: H. H. Hill, 1880

HILL, James C., Dr., moved from Ohio  to Montezuma in 1830, where he practiced medicine.  Two of his children were Samuel died and Seaman W, both of whom received a common school education and were until their deaths identified with the mercantile and other business.  They were men of high standing, honest and upright in all their business relations.  Samuel was for several years township trustee of Reserve Township.  Taken from the Historical Sketch of Parke Co Atlas of  Indiana Centennial, 1816-1916, Page 117).

HILL, J. M., farmer, Bloomingdale, was born in Hendricks County, Indiana, June 6, 1838, and is the son of William and Achsa Hill, who were natives of NC, and came to Hendricks County at an early day and removed to Parke County in 1839.  Mr. Hill was raised on a farm, and received a good common school education.  in 1861, he was married to Mary E. WOODARD, daughter of Thomas and Sarah Woodard, who were of NC and came to Parke County at an early day.  Mr. Hill's occupation has always been that of a farmer.  He has a family of 5 children: Herman J; Lydia E; George G; Warner F and Wilfred R.   (Beadle, J. H.  1880 History of Parke County, Indiana (from Historic notes on the Wabash Valley and History of Vigo County) Chicago: H. H. Hill & N. Iddings, Publishers reprinted 1977 by The Bookmark, Knightstown IN).

HILL, N. V. , deceased, was born in Parke County, Indiana April 29, 1842 and was the son of William Hill, who came to Parke County in an early day from North Carolina.  N. V. Hill was a resident of Parke County from his birth until his death, which occurred June 13, 1871.  He leaves a widow, formerly Eliza A. CANADAY who was a native of Clarke County, IL.  She is the daughter of Herman and Charity Canaday, who were early settlers of that county.  She has a family of six children: Laura B; William; Herman C.; Henry B; Gilbert and Nathan V.   Taken from: Page 296 History of Parke Co IN; J. H. Beadle, Chicago: H. H. Hill, 1880

HILL, Samuel., D., the subject of this sketch, is the eldest son of Dr. James C. and Margaret hill.  He was born in Pickaway County, Ohio  on the 18th day of May 1829.  In the following year his parents removed to Parke County Indiana and located in Montezuma.  Samuel's boyhood was spent in Montezuma, where he received a common school education.  At the age of 16, he was employed by Messrs. Benson & Davis (Dry goods merchants) as a clerk, and clerked for them 8 years. At the expiration of the 8 years, Mr. Hill commenced farming, which has been the business of his life, and which he has carried on very extensively and successfully.  On the 7th day of April, 1857, Mr. Hill was married to Margaret ENSWORTH of Circleville, Ohio  by whom he has 4 children.  In 1872, Mr. Hill was elected by the Dem party to fill the office of township trustee for Reserve Township, an office in which he still holds, and which he has filled to the entire satisfaction of his constituents.  He is one of the leading men of Montezuma and takes a very active part in local politics and in public improvements. Among his friends and neighbors, Mr. Hill bears the reputation of being a good man and a good citizen, and a name of which any man might justly feel good.   ( 1816-1916 Historical Sketch of Parke Co., Parke County Centennial Memorial. The Rockville Chautauqua Association; published with other atlases in one-volume by the Parke County Historical Society, 1996 )

HINSHAW 

HINSHAW, James M. , farmer Annapolis, was born in Parke County, Indiana October 17, 1832 and is the son of Jessie and Hannah Hinshaw, who are natives of NC.  His father was born in 1797, and died in Parke Co in 1864, and his mother was born March 14, 1798, and now resides with Mr. Hinshaw.  They came from NC to Parke Co in 1828 and settled on the farm where Mr. Hinshaw now lives, and where he was born.  He has therefore been a resident of the county all his life, and his pursuit in life has been that of a farmer.  January 25, 1855, he married Emily MORGAN, daughter of Kinschen and Sarah Morgan, who were natives of NC and came to Parke County in 1830.  Mrs. Hinshaw was born in NC in 1830.  Her father was born April 4,1 797 and died May 13, 1880.  Her mother was born in 1800.  Mr. and Mrs.. Hinshaw are long standing members of the united Brethren Church and in their long stay in Parke County they have gained the confidence of the people, among whom they have made many friends.   Taken from: Page 291 History of Parke Co IN; J. H.  Beadle, Chicago: H. H. Hill, 1880

HINSHAW, J. R. , farmer, Bloomingdale, was born in Parke County, Indiana November 9, 1844.  His parents removed to Clay County, Indiana in 1848 where his father died in 1854.  Mr. Hinshaw remained at home, working on the farm, and attending school during the winter seasons.  In this way, he received a good common school education and has been engaged in teaching school during the winters for a number of years, and is considered by the people where he has taught to be capable of both teaching and governing a school.  In 1873, he was married to Miss G. ALLEN, daughter of Samuel Allen, who was an early settler of Parke County. He has long been a prominent member of the Society of Friends, and in politics he takes sides with the republican party. Taken from: Page 297 History of Parke Co IN; J. H. Beadle, Chicago: H. H. Hill, 1880

HIRSBRUNNER

HIRSBRUNNER, John C., tanner, Lusk's Springs, one of the most prominent business men in this township, is a native of Switzerland, having been born in the Canton Berne in the year 1825.  He received his education at the common school in his native country, and then learned and worked at the tanning business until 1851, when he sailed from Havre de Grace in the ship, "Teoxina" for America, landing at NY after a voyage of 53 days.  Mrs. Hirsbrunner sailed for America from Switzerland in 1853.  The ship took fire and was run into Nassau, New Providence, and there burnt up.  Mrs. H. losing all her property and barely escaping with her life.  She then embarked in a small vessel for Charlestown on which cholera broke out, so that they were obliged to remain at quarantine for 3 weeks, at the end of which time she sailed on a streamer for NY, arriving there just 4 months from the time she left the old country.  On her arrival here she was married to Mr. Hirsbrunner; the result of which union is a family of 6 children: Lena, Bertha, John G, Mary, and Jacob  On coming to the US, Mr. Hirsbrunner went to NJ, remaining there two years, then removed to Indianapolis, where he engaged in the tanning business for 3 years; at the end of which time he settled in Terre Haute, eventually coming in 1869 to Parke County, locating at the crossroads in Washington Township, and shortly afterward to his present location on Brush Creek, where he has 243 acres of land and a large tan yard, with 27 vats, where he gives constant employment to three hands; his building is 30 x 36 and 3 stories high.  He is a member of Annapolis Lodge, AF & AM and Parke Lodge, IOOF, is also a member of the Methodist Episcopal church and in politics is strongly greenback.  he is postmaster of Lusk's Springs Post Office.  Taken from: 1880 History of Parke County, Indiana by J. H.  Beadle. Chicago: H. H. Hill & N. Iddings, Publishers.   

HIRSBRUNNER, John Caspar, was born in Sumiswald, Canton Berne, Switzerland, September11, 1825.  He spent his boyhood here in the little mountain village, getting what education the times afforded.   From his uncle, Caspar Hirsbrunner, he learned the tanner's trade, afterward becoming a journeyman tanner, traveling through part of Switzerland, Italy and France.  Working at one time in the city of Zurich, Switzerland, he became acquainted with Elizabeth Weldmann, who later became his wife.  He, like so many other foreigners, decided to leave his fatherland and seek a home in America on a long voyage of three months in a sail vessel, joined Mr. Hirsbrunner at Grosswich, NJ where they were married February 20, 1853.  They then came to Indianapolis, and later to Terre Haute.  In 1859 they moved to Parke County, and located about one mile North of Marshall, where he erected a tannery.  In 1866, he purchased a tract of land near the Narrows of Sugar Creek of Salmon Lusk.  He bought this land for the purpose of building a tannery, which he did.  The advantages he saw were the number of oak trees, which would furnish bark for tanning, and also the excellent water supply, from which good springs, sufficient to run a mill for grinding the bark.  For several years he had a very successful business, but as the changes came in tanning, that of using chemicals instead of bark, thus cheapening the price of leather, and the scarcity of bark, he was compelled to give up the work. For some years this was the only tannery, and also the last one in the county.  While running the tannery a post office was established, and called Lusk's Springs, in honor of the original owner of the springs.  Mr. Hirsbrunner was postmaster for a number of years.  In 1900, he moved with his children to Rockville, his wife having died in 1892.  The remainder of his days were spent in Rockville, where he died February 4, 1916, having reached the age of 90 years, 4 months and 14 days.  In the affairs of the State and Nation he was always interested.  For a number of years he was a Republican, but early in the organization of the Prohibition party he allied himself with that party and earnestly hoped for national prohibition.  Of his children two died in infancy.   Those remaining are: Mrs. JA Woods of Sylvania, J. G.  Hirsbrunner of Montezuma; JA Hirsbrunner, of Olivet, Ill; and Mrs. JA Britton, Matilda Hirsbrunner, Mary Hirsbrunner of Rockville. (there is a picture of him included here)   Taken from the Historical Sketch of Parke Co Atlas of  Indiana Centennial, 1816-1916, Page 104.  

HIX

Gerrit HIX, farmer, Milford, son of William and Martha Hix was born in Kentucky May 1, 1821.  The family removed to Parke County, Indiana 1839 where they lived 15 years, engaged in farming.  The parents then came to Iroquois County, Illinois where they died.  Mr. Hix was married June 2, 1841 to Miss Elizabeth Sellers.  During his residence in Indiana Mr. Hix conducted a cabinet shop.  In 1862 he removed to Milford Township where he was engaged in farming and at one time bought and ran a saw mill.  This mill was on land now owned by George Hix.  Mr. Hix is proud of the fact that during all his wedded life he never had a family quarrel, nor ever struck a child, although they have raised a family of 10 children.  Mr. Hix has experienced all the hardships and changes incident to pioneer life, and has closely followed his own convictions in matters of politics and religion.  His wife is a member of the ME Church.  - History of Iroquois County (Milford Township Page 165).  Chicago: HH Hill, 1880     

HIXON

HIXON, Aquilla J., farmer, Armiesburg, is a son of William and Margaret (LEVICK) Hixon, and was born June 22, 1839 in Wabash Township.  His early youth was spent engaged in farm duties and attending a school, which was not furnished with patent seats of desks, but with split log seats, flat side up.  June 15, 1879, he married Miss Mary E., daughter of William and Mary TUCKER; she was born in Cincinnati, Ohio .  He now owns 300 acres of land one mi So. of Armiesburg, and is living in a good brick residence.  His mother, who came to this county in 1828, is still living. She was born at Shepardstown West Virginia and was first married to Mr. John BOWERS, who died of yellow fever in New Orleans in 1834. 

HIXON, James, farmer, Armiesburg, one of Wabash township's pioneer children, was born August 31, 1824.  He is a son of William and Sarah (GHORMLEY) Hixon.  As he was reared in a new country, he was deprived of the advantages of education, with the exception of what he could acquire from the old subscription schools described in this township's early history.  He was raised a farmer-boy, and at the age of 21 began for himself in that business.  September17, 1846, he married Eliza WANNAMAUGHER.  She was born near Chillicothe, Ohio  April 20,1 825 but came to this county when quite young.  They have 7 children: William O; Catharine; Margaret; Samuel; John; Lurinda and Basil J.  His farm of 260 acres is one mi. so. of Mecca.  His eldest son, William, is married to a Miss Dona GODARD of Indianapolis. 

HIXON, Michael G, farmer and stock raiser, Armiesburg, was born in Wabash Township and on the same ground where he now lives, November4, 1830. He was reared on the farm, and his education mostly acquired in the pioneer schools of his boyhood days, though at the age of 20 he attended the Asbury Univ. one term at Greencastle In and then for the following 8 years taught school winters, farming summers.  March 20, 1853 he married Miss Mary C. daughter of Mr. John LEVICK, who was born in Virginia but came here when about 15 years old.  After his marriage Mr. Hixon turned his attention more particularly to farming, but has made some changes, having owned land and farmed in both Indiana and IL.  In 1872 he bought of his father the old homestead where he was born and is now permanently engaged in stock raising and farming.  His farm is on an elevated plain, far above the overflow of the Wabash River.  he has filled the position of Township. Trustee 12 years, township clerk 3 terms and is now school director.  He has 9 children living: Edwin F; Mary F; Theodore; Jennie; Rufus; Fred; Oliver; Sallie and Joseph N.  Mr. Hixon is one of the representative men of Wabash Township. 

HIXON, Samuel, farmer, Armiesburg, is a son of William and Sarah (GHORMLEY) Hixon, and was born in Wabash Township, October20, 1826.  He w3as one of the pioneer children of this township, and his advantages for an education were very limited.  It may be truly said that he was one of the pioneer scholars, as he attended the first school, and was taught by the first teacher who ever taught in the township.  He was, like his father, reared a farmer, and at the age of 23 began farming for himself.  February 2, 1854, he was married to Miss Nancy J. SHIRK, who soon after died Mrs. Sarah COOK became his second wife, by whom he had 3 children; Martha; Charlie B; and Leonora.  This wife died January 16, 1871 and his last marriage was with Miss Marguretta ALDEN.  His farm of 217 acres is situated near Mecca, and has a very comfortable appearance. 

HIXON, William, deceased, was born near Crab Orchard, Kentucky, October15, 1801.  His parents moved to Vincennes, IN, in 1805 and soon after they both died leaving him and his two sisters, younger than himself, orphans.  They were taken in the family of an uncle, a brother of their mother, with whom they lived till Wm. was 14 years old, when he was apprenticed to a carpenter, with whom he served till 21.  He enjoyed no educational advantages, attending school but four days.  he, however, spent all his spare time doing odd jobs of any kind to help educate his sisters.  During the Indian troubles in 1811 and 1812 he spent most of his time in Ft. Ellison, near Vincennes, where all the whites were compelled to shut themselves up for safety.  He often told of little incidents that occurred during his stay in the fort, one of which was as follows:  he was sent out on horseback a short distance from the fort to look after some cattle, and was surprised by a band of Indians, who immediately gave chase and came very near capturing him before he reached the fort.  He often spoke of a conference which took place under a large tree near the fort, between Gen. HARRISON and some of the chiefs, during which one of the Indians made a very forcible speech.  At the close of his apprenticeship he came to Terre Haute, then a village of only a few houses and stopped there but a short time, working at his trade and then came to what is now Wabash Township, Parke County. In 1823 he married Miss Sarah GHORMLEY, a daughter of Isaac Ghormley, a miller by trade who had a short time before come from near Circleville, Ohio  and settled in Wabash Township.  He had a family consisting of one son, Michael, who in 1840 removed to Wisconsin where his descendants still reside and six daughters: Margaret; Jane; Elizabeth; Mary; Hannah and Sarah, who became the wives respectively of John BROWN; Henry BROWN; Samuel LAVERTY; Aquilla JUSTICE; Samuel MILES and Wm. HIXON all of whom in an early day were citizens of Wabash Township, and from whom sprang a relationship of families which is now scattered throughout the northwest.  After his marriage Mr. Hixon did a mixed business of farming and carpentering until 1830, when he bought the farm on which he spent most of the remainder of his life, farming and teaming, often making trips to Louisville and Chicago, taking produce and bringing back goods.  He also engaged in building flat boats and running them to New Orleans, loaded with produce from the fertile Wabash bottoms.  By his first wife Mr. Hixon had 5 sons.  She died April 8, 1835 after which he married Mrs. Margaret (LEVICK) BOWERS, by whom he had four sons and two daughters.  He died peacefully at his home where he so long lived, on November5, 1879, after a long and useful life, honored by all who knew him and loved and respected by his family.   - Unknown Source

HIXON, William was born in Lincoln County, Kentucky, October15, 1801.  In 1805 he moved with his parents to Vincennes.  Soon after that his parents died.  During the years 1811 and 1812 he spent most of his time in Ft. Ellison, near Vincennes where all the settlers were compelled to go for safety from Indians.  At one time he was surprised by a band of In