Here are more HILLS found in the "History of Crawford County, PA, 1885." On page 1053, in the Biographical Sketch section for Spring Township: "William Whitmore, farmer and cooper, PO Hickernell, was born in Seneca County, NY, May 14, 1817, and is a son of Beriah and Sarah (Decker) Whitmore, the former of whom was a native of Vermont, and died in the spring of 1857, the latter in 1820. Our subject, the eldest in the family, obtained but a meager common school education. His father being a cooper, taught him that trade, which he has followed, in addition to agricultural pursuits, ever since he obtained his majority. He was married when twenty-seven years old, in the spring of 1844, to Polly Hill, a native of New York and sister of Martin Hill (see his biography). She was born April 14, 1823. By this union were four children,three now living: Adelbert, Josephine U. (wife of Nelson HILLS), and Roegene R. (wife of Seymour Crane). Our subject and wife are members of the United Brethren Church. He is owner of twenty-five acres of land, and has held several township offices. In politics he is a Republican. Mrs. Whitemore had two brothers serving during the war for the Union, viz.: Beriah Hill, a member of the Twenty- third Ohio Volunteer Infantry, who was in many engagements and served during the whole war; and James Hill, wounded July 2, 1862, at the battle of Gettysburg, from the effects of which he died July 7 following." On page 1116, in the Bio Sketch section for Venango Township: "Paul HILLS, farmer, PO Edinboro, Erie County, was born in Cussewago Township, this county, December 12, 1833; son of Cirrel and Rebecca (Harned) HILLS, the former of whom, a native of New England, settled in Cussewago township, this county, about 1816, and there married a daughter of David Harned, formerly of New Jersey, of Quaker parentage, and one of the first settlers of Cussewago Township. They were parents of thirteen children, only four now living: Laurin L., of Titusville; Isaiah, in McKean County; Paul and Franklin. Cirrel HILLS first settled in Cussewago Township on a part of the farm now owned by James Nash; he afterward bought the farm now owned by Calvin Waldo, and in 1839 came to Venango Township and located the farm now occupied by our subject, where he remained one year. He then sold his place and went to Michigan, but after an absence of nearly a year returned to this township and repurchased the property he had sold the year previous; this he cleared, improved and lived on till his death, which occurred in February, 1877, in his eighty-third year. Our subject, who has always resided on the old homestead, was married April 12, 1860, to Susan E., daughter of Christian and Rebecca (Siverling) Blystone. Christian Blystone was a son of Isaac Blystone, who settled in Venango Township, this county, in 1798; his wife was a daughter of Christopher Sterling, who settled in the same township in 1796. Mr. and Mrs. HILLS have two children: Perry A. and Burt I. Mr. HILLS has held the office of Supervisor of his township; in politics, he was always a Republican until 1882, since which time he has been an advocate of Prohibition." That's all for the HILLS surname - hope you make a connection! Kathy Brubaker Volunteer Genealogist Linesville Historical Society kbrbkr@toolcity.net

Here are more HILLS references found in the "History of Crawford County, PA, 1885." On pages 848 and 849 in the Biographical Sketch section for Cussewago Township: "Hiram Hotchkiss, farmer, PO Mosiertown, was born May 5, 1828, in Cussewago Township, this county. His father, Luther Hotchkiss, son of Joel and Mary Hotchkiss, settled in this township in 1818. He married Elizabeth, daughter of Rev. Isaac Davis, one of the pioneer Baptist preachers, January 3, 1826. She was born April 23, 1805, and her parents came to this county, from New Jersey, in 1795, and here settled Mr. and Mrs. Luther Hotchkiss developed a farm of 120 acres in western Cussewago Township. Their children are Hiram, Mrs. Nancy Erwin (deceased), Gilbert, James, Mrs. Martha Herrick, Mrs. Adeline Morgan, Mrs. Amelia Herrick and Mrs. Mary HILLS (deceased). Mr. Hotchkiss died March 28, 1848; she still lives, aged eighty, and her portrait appears in this volume under the name of Elizabeth Hotchkiss, by her own request. In 1861 she married Lewis Thayer, of Conneaut, Ohio, who died in 1873. Our subject married Amrilla, daughter of Lewis Pett, September 3, 1848. She was born October 2, 1829, in Allegany County, N.Y. Their children were: Martin Luther, Norton J., Charley D. (deceased), Belvia E. and Lydia E. Mr. Hotchkiss owns 428 acres of land, including the old homestead, and is raising Durham cattle on his farm. He and his wife are members of the Baptist Church. In politics he is a Republican." On page 1014, in the Bio Sketch section for Spring Township: "James H. Brown, farmer and stock-dealer, PO Springboro, was born in this township, March 4, 1844; son of James M. and Eliza Brown, former a native of Vermont, latter of New York State. They reared a family of three children, two now living. James M. Brown immigrated to this county in 1836 and was married two years afterward. Himself and wife were members of the Baptist Church. She died October, 1876, and he followed her in October 1880. In November, 1867, our subject was married to Mary, daughter of Stephen HILLS, of this township. She was born in New York State, march 26, 1844. The result of this union is two children: Minnie L. and Justin B. Mrs. Brown is a member of the Baptist Church in Springboro. Mr. Brown has 165 acres of well-improved land in this township, with good substantial buildings. He has held several township offices. In politics he is a Republican." On page 1023, in the Bio Sketch section for Spring Township: "Dennis R. Hadsell, farmer and stock-raiser, PO Hickernell, was born in Spring Township, this county, August 30, 1833, son of Harry and Nancy Hadsell, natives of Connecticut, who left that State and settled in this county about 1825. They had a family of four children. Harry Hadsell was a cooper by trade, but pursued farming most of the time. His wife was a weaver, and worked at that avocation a long time. She died February 22, 1880; he died January 7, 1884, at the age of eighty-seven years. The subject of this sketch was married in April, 1854, to Amanda M. Cook, a native of Erie County, Penn. This union has been blessed with eight children, five still living, viz.: Elvey R., wife of Murray HILLS; Nancy E., wife of Maxon Randalls; Dora N., wife of Harvey Allen; Ida M. and Jay D. Mr. Hadsell owns 225 acres of improved land, and makes a specialty of raising and breaking in working cattle, and has obtained many premiums awarded by the county fairs for his fine yoke of oxen. In politics he is a Republican." More HILLS to follow! Kathy Brubaker Volunteer Genealogist Linesville Historical Society kbrbkr@toolcity.net

Here is more HILLS data found in the "History of Crawford County PA, 1885." On page 489, in the history of Titusville: "Petrolia Encampment, No. 226, I.O.O.F., was organized March 30, 1872. Its initial officers were: W. Riley Weaver, C.P.; N.A. Lamphear, H.P.; George R. Oliver, S.W.; J.S. Merrell, J.W.; J.T. McAninch, S.; F.M. HILLS, T.; S.B. Logan, I.S. The present membership is about forty, and regular meetings are held the first and third Mondays of each month." On page 842, in the Biographical Sketch section for Cussewago Township: "Charles A. Bennett, deceased, was a native of Stephentown, Rensselaer Co., N.Y., born October 5, 1794, son of Israel and Ruth (Brown) Bennett. He married Miss Laura Jewett, a native of Connecticut, born June 27, 1805, daughter of Ira and Elizabeth (Warren) Jewett. The results of this union was seven children: Mrs. Charity A. Liephart; Mrs. Lucy J. Sexton; Edwin L.; Israel J., deceased; Alonzo H.W.; Mrs. Cordelia F. Frontz, deceased; and Mrs. Laura b. Davis. Mr. Bennett had formerly been married to Miss Luana Hilt, of Stephentown, N.Y., who died leaving seven children, five now living, viz.: Mrs. Jeanette Brace, in Missouri; Mrs. Lavonia M. Hall in Grand Rapids, Mich.; Mrs. Luana J. HILLS, in Grand Rapids, Mich; Emily A., wife of A.B. Pullman, in Chicago; and William H., in Erie County, Penn. After living in Clarendon, Orleans Co., N.Y., some years, our subject and family came to this county, and settled in Cussewago Township, October 11, 1847. Here Mr. Bennett purchased land and began developing a farm. On this there was an old mill site, with an old saw and grist-mill. On these he made repairs, and when complete, operated them, converting the grist-mill into a saw-mill in about two years. He manufactured lumber for the home market and for shipment abroad, chiefly to Pittsburgh, selling there at that time first class pine lumber for $7.50 per thousand, while at the mill it was $5.00. About 1860 he took two sons, Edward L. and Alonzo H.W., into partnership with him, and they then built a large steam mill near the old site in 1864. Mr. Bennett died July 30, 1871, since which time the business has been carried on by his sons. Mrs. Bennett is a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church. In politics our subject was a life-long Republican." On page 848, in the same section: "Nathaniel B. HILLS, millwright, Mosiertown, was born September 17, 1824, in Onondaga County, NY; son of Obed and Alsimana HILLS, who were residents of Cussewago Township,this county, from 1838 to 1862, when they removed to Erie County, Penn., and afterward to Genesee County, Mich., where they died, Mr. HILLS in his ninetieth year. Our subject is the fourth in a family of fourteen children. He early began learning the carpenter's trade and gradually developed from that to the business of millwright. He has put up a great many grist and saw-mills in the surrounding townships and counties; has also done a great deal of repair work, and has the reputation of being a skillful workman, having always met with marked success. Mr. HILLS married, September 10, 1843, Miss Elizabeth Smith, daughter of Ephraim and Peggy Ann (Harrington) Smith, born September 17, 1823, in Greene County, N.Y., and has lived in this county since 1827. To this union have been born three children: Warren Benson, of Bradford, Penn.; Mrs. Amanda Gary, of Philadelphia; and Effie. Mrs. HILLS' brother, G.W.L. Smith, was a soldier in the Thirteenth Regiment, Missouri Infantry, and was killed at the battle of Pittsburg Landing, Tenn. Mr. HILLS is a consistent member of the Baptist Church; in politics he has been a Republican since the campaign of Fremont and Buchanan." More HILLS data to follow! Kathy Brubaker Volunteer Genealogist Linesville Historical Society kbrbkr@toolcity.net

> Are there any HILLS (plural) in the book? To Barb Chapman bchapman@ri-exp.beaumont.edu, here are the HILLS found in the "History of Crawford County, PA, 1885." On page 192, in the history of Crawford County: "The true boundary line between Crawford and Erie Counties was long a subject of dispute, and to settle the question, the Legislature passed an act at the session of 1849-50, providing for three Commissioners to run a new line. This board was given full power to act, and its decision was to be final. In 1850, Humphrey A. HILLS, of Albion, was appointed Commissioner for Erie County, Andrew Ryan for Crawford County, and these two selected H.P. Kinnear of Warren County, as the third member of the board. Wilson King and Mr. Jagger were chosen as surveyors, the former on behalf of Erie County, and the latter of Crawford, but David Wilson, as deputy for King, did most of the work. The Commissioners experience some difficulty in finding a starting point, but after this was agreed upon, the survey was completed in about six weeks." On page 666, in the history of Summit Township: "The Methodist Episcopal Church at Harmonsburg was built about 1840. It is a frame building, with basement, and occupies Lots 77 and 78 in the northeast part of the village. The class was organized many years previous, though none of the original members remain to give the date. A Union Church, the first in the village, was erected on the lot immediately north of the present schoolhouse in 1821 or 1822, the deed for the lot being granted by Henry Broadt to eight trustees September 14, 1821. The church was free to all Christian denominations, and the Methodists worshipped in it until the erection of their building. Among the earlier members of the church were John Smith, Watson Smith, and Thomas McCray. Harmonsburg Circuit was formed in 1834, and the following have been its pastors: G. HILLS and P.S. Ruter, 1834; G. HILLS and C.D Rockwell, 1835; B. Preston and W. Griffith, 1836; D. Richey and C.R. Chapman, 1837; L.D. Prosser and J. Deming, 1838; J. Deming and I. Scofield, 1839; J. Leslie and S. Heard, 1840; L. Rodgers, T.D. Blinn and A. Norton, 1841. The circuit was in 1842 divided into Conneautville and Evansburg Circuits, and by a division of the Conneautville in 1861, Harmonsburg was again created and has since had the following ministers: J. Bain, 1861-62; N.C. Brown, 1863-64; S. Hollen, 1865; J. Akers, 1866; T.P. Warner, 1867-68; G.H. Brown, 1874; W.H. Hoover, 1875-76; M.V. Stone, 1877-78-79; Sylvester Fidler, 180-81; T.W. Douglas, 1882; Samson Dimmick, 1883. Harmonsburg Circuit now includes four appointments - Harmonsburg, Dicksonburg, Smiths and Little's Corners. The membership of Harmonsburg congregation is eighty-three." More to follow on HILLS. Kathy Brubaker Volunteer Genealogist Linesville Historical Society kbrbkr@toolcity.net

Here is the last of the info on BACON found in the "History of Crawford County, PA, 1885." On page 1022, in the Biographical Sketch section for Spring Township: "R.B. Greenlee, PO Mosiertown, is a native of this county, born January 1, 1827; son of John and Mary (Chamberlain) Greenlee, the former a farmer and a native of Crawford County, Penn., died in 1865; the latter a native of New Jersey, died in 1867. They were members of the Baptist Church. Our subject, the fourth child in the family, has all his life been engaged in agricultural pursuits. He was married May 3, 1854, to Jane A. BACON, a native of New York State, and daughter of John S. and Sallie BACON, who came to this county in 1836. They are parents of four children, and are members of the Baptist Church, both now living with our subject. Mr. Greenlee and wife have had born to them four children: Mary J., Jerome B., Cassius M. and Marshall, some of whom are members of the Baptist Church at Mosiertown. Our subject is owner of 116 acres of land. In politics he is a Republican." In "Meadville...Its Past and Present, Sesqui-Centennial Edition of The Tribune-Republican 1788-1938," in Section G, page 25, I found the following BACON reference: "Florence Rosannah BACON is not a native of Meadville, but lived in the city from the time she entered Allegheny College in 1907. She was born in Union City, the daughter of Charles H. and Carrie L. BACON. "Miss BACON is now superintendent of the psychological hospital of Bellevue Hospital, in New York, N.Y., having held that position since 1934. She was graduated from Allegheny College in 1911 and taught several years in the schools of Erie and Crawford counties, going to Bellevue Hospital for her training in 1918. After graduation, she was for many years assistant to the superintendent of nurses of the Allied Hospitals of New York City. "Her sister, Miss Ethel Katherine BACON, has had a somewhat similar career. She was graduated from Allegheny College in 1914, and is also a graduate of the Pennsylvania College of Music. She entered training school at Bellevue Hospital in 1922, and was for a period superintendent of that institution's school of nursing." That's all for BACON! Kathy Brubaker Volunteer Genealogist Linesville Historical Society kbrbkr@toolcity.net

Here is more info I found on the BACON surname in the "History of Crawford County, PA, 1885." On page 855, in the Biographical Sketch section for Cussewago Township: "Daniel C. Waldo, farmer, PO Venango, was born March 23, 1843, in Cussewago Township, this county, and is a son of Calvin Waldo. He went in defense of his country in 1863, as a soldier of the Fifty-sixth Pennsylvania Volunteer Militia. He married, September 23, 1865, Miss Clara O. Randall, an adopted daughter of A.P. Harris. She died February 28, 1872, leaving four children: Mary, Effie, Clara E., Calvin Gersham, and one infant (deceased). Mr. Waldo married, December 1, 1872, Lucinda, daughter of Smith and Aurilla (BACON) Wiard, of Spring Township, this county, born April 29, 1845. They have five children: Smith (deceased), Mabel E., Alice A., Morgan D. and Lucia M. Mr. Waldo has a fine farm of 117 acres. He and his worthy wife are consistent members of the Seventh Day Baptist Church. Our subject has served his township as School Director, Tax Collector, and Census Enumerator. In politics he is a Republican; a member of the Crawford County Republican County Committee." On page 818, in the Bio Sketch section for Conneaut Township: "George L. Wade, formerly junior member of the firm of Moses & Wade, editors and proprietors of the "Cambridge News," Cambridgeboro, was born April 25, 1857, in Chautauqua County, N.Y. His father, Lewis N. Wade was born in 1831, and died in 1874. He was a farmer and lumberman and for many years was in business in Union City, Erie County. He was a member of the I.O.O.F., and A.O.U.W. His wife, Relief M. (Bates) Wade, was born in the State of New York in 1839. They were the parents of three children: J.E., F.E. and George L. She is now in Cambridgeboro, the wife of H.L. BACON, whom she married in 1880. Our subject received a common school education, and began the printing business with J.A. Pain, of the "Corry Telegraph." He picked up the trade with rapidity, and in two years he held cases in Meadville, and subsequently at Greenlee, Penn.; Warren, Cleveland and Akron, Ohio; Grafton, W.Va.; Erie, Penn.; and other places. In 1879 and 1881 Mr. Wade engaged in the job printing business in Bradford, Penn., under the firm names of Lerch & Wade, and in 1882 he bought a half interest in the "Cambridge News," on which he has been instrumental in assisting Mr. Moses in making it a lively newspaper, such a journal as is demanded by the intelligent reading community through which it circulates. July 10, 1884, Mr. Wade sold his half interest in the "News" to his partner, Mr. Moses, but is still an attaché in the office. Our subject was married December 4, 1882, to Grace H., a daughter of A.B. Ross. She was born in 1851, and died December 24, 1883, leaving to her husband the care of two sweet little girl babies, named Grace Ross and Georgie Ross. He is a member of the I.O.O.F. In politics a Republican." One more to follow on BACON! Kathy Brubaker Volunteer Genealogist Linesville Historical Society kbrbkr@toolcity.net

To Barb Chapman (bchapman@ri-exp.beaumont.edu) and other BACON researchers in Crawford County: Here are the BACON references found in the "History of Crawford County, PA, 1885." On pages 641 and 642, in the history of Spring Township: "Spring and Cussewago Baptist Church was constituted in the spring of 1837 by Elder Albert Keith, with twenty-seven members, including William Case, the first Deacon, John Turneur, Stutley Carr, Sr., Stutley Carr, Jr., and others. J.S. BACON, James Patterson, Gamaliel Head and others united until the membership swelled to eighty. It then declined, and in 1852 united as a body with the Springboro congregation. A church edifice had been built in 1838 near the east line of Spring Township, and is still standing, though it has been unoccupied for many years." On pages 646 and 649 (my note here, the pages skip numbers - there is no 647 or 648) of the same section: "The First Universalist Church of Conneautville was organized May 13, 1843. It started with nineteen members, including Charles Rich, S.g. Krick, Mary A. Krick, William Walker, Sallie Walker, Freedom Lord, Jr., Louisa Lord, Thomas Slayton, Elvira Slayton, H.S. Sweet, Wicks Parker, B.F. Hitchcock and Aurelia M. Hitchcock. Early meetings were held in the old schoolhouse and the Baptist Church. About 1846 the building of a frame church was commenced at the north extremity of Pearl Street. The structure was not completed until several years later, and is still in use. Rev. B.F. Hitchcock, was the founder. His ministerial successors have been: Revs. Ammi Bond, C.L. Shipman, H.C. Canfield, W.S. BACON, I.K. Richardson, J.H. Campbell, L.F. Porter, J.G. Porter, H.M. Merrill, J.S. Gledhill and C.L. Shipman. This society purchased the first church bell in the village and now the first organ. Its membership has been greatly depleted by removals, and now numbers about seventy." On page 791, in the Biographical Sketch section for Bloomfield Township: "Sylvester Sylvanus Bisbe, farmer, PO Union City, was born June 28, 1846, in Union City, Erie Co., Penn.; son of Reuben (deceased) and Naoma Bisbe. He was reared and educated in Bloomfield Township, this county, to which his parents had moved in 1849. He was united in marriage July 5, 1869, with Fannie C., daughter of Joseph BACON, by whom he has the following named children - Clarence Eugene, Florina Maud, Fred Leverne, Jessie Pearl and Merna Cora. Mr. and Mrs. Bisbe have been industrious and successful in life, acquiring since their marriage a fine farm of 200 acres of well-improved land, part of which was the old family homestead. Our subject takes great interest in the cause of education and has given his family good advantages. In politics he supports the Republican party." More to follow on BACON! Kathy Brubaker Volunteer Genealogist Linesville Historical Society kbrbkr@toolcity.net

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Pat: Responding to yours of October 22, cannot pull up http://members.aol.com/armechling/crawford.html that advertised History of Crawford County for $110 plus $8 for Index. Could you give me some type of address to send for the book? Thanks a lot. Carol

I am looking for the parents of Michael Hexamer, supposedly born 25 Aug. 1823, Philadelphia Co., PA. He first shows up here in Crawford Co. on his wedding day, 6 Nov. 1851. (He married Aline Marguerite Vincent, dau. of Philibert Vincent and Mariane Noel, born Toul, Meurthe-and-Moselle, France.) Have never been able to find any trace of him prior to 1851. Later censuses indicate that his parents were born in Baden. Any information regarding Hexamers would be appreciated! Annette Lynch ______________________________________________________ Get Your Private, Free Email at http://www.hotmail.com

Searching for info on my George YOKE who resided in Shenango Twp, Crawford Co.,PA. Who was his wife? Was he married to a Sarah, then to an Elenor ?? Would like to find descendants of his children. My line is Sarah born 1799 who married to James Coleman. Thanks Charlene Norfolk,NE

Hello out there to all fellow list members! Hope you have been enjoying the posts. If you have posted a queary to me, I WILL answer you shortly! I'm trying to answer in the order that I receive them. There are many photographic sketches of Crawford County residents in the "History of Crawford County, PA, 1885." I thought I would post the list of photos here - if anyone would like one, let me know and I'll scan it and get them out to you. Just let me know which format you would like the picture in (ie - jpeg, tiff, gif, etc.). Bemus, Dr. Daniel of Meadville Brawley, Francis of Mead Township Britton, A.T. of Randolph Township Brown, Gideon of Vernon Township Birchard, D.D. of Cambridge Township Chamberlain, E. of Richmond Township Culbertson, J.H. of Cambridge Township Cutshall, G.W. of Randolph Township Davis, William Jr. of Meadville Davis, James H. of Mead Township Dick, John of Meadville Doane, I.S. of Mead Township Gamble, W.J. of Cussewago Township Gamble, Mrs. Esther Jane of Cussewago Township Gamble, H.M. of South Shenango Township Gibson, Dr. William of Jamestown, Mercer County Herrington, Edward of Union Township Hotchkiss, Mrs. Elizabeth of Cussewago Township Humes, John M. of Woodcock Township Johnson, Dr. Wm. M. of Venango Township Johnson, R.C. of Fairfield Township Kean, John S. of Sadsbury Township Kepler, S.W. of Meadville McKay, Neal of Randolph Township Miller, Robert P. of Pine Township Morse, William of Richmond Township Pettis, S. Newton of Meadville Reitz, C. of Union Township Richmond, H.L. of Meadville Richmond, A.B. of Meadville Ross, A.B. of Cambridge Township Ryan, George P. of Woodcock Township Sperry, Isaac of Spring Township Virtue, J.C. of Randolph Township Waid, John of Steuben Township Waid, Ira C. of Woodcock Township Waid, Mrs. Elizabeth P. of Woodcock Township Waid, Francis C. of Woodcock Township Waid, Mrs. Eliza C. of Woodcock Township Waid, Robert L. of Woodcock Township Waid, George N. of Woodcock Township Waid, Franklin I. of Woodcock Township Waid, Mrs. Maggie E. of Woodcock Township Waid, Guinnip P. of Woodcock Township Waid, Mrs. Anna M. of Woodcock Township Waid, Fred F. of Woodcock Township Warner, William of Randolph Township Wilcox, George of Rockdale Township Wilcox, Mrs. Sarah of Rockdale Township Williams, F. of Spring Township Wilson, Jacob of Randolph Township Wing, D.O. of Rockdale Township Let me know folks! Kathy Brubaker Volunteer Genealogist Linesville Historical Society kbrkbr@toolcity.net

Here is the last two sketches I found on SHAW in the "History of Crawford County, PA, 1885." On pages 1139 and 1140 in the biographical sketch section for West Fallowfield Township: "Rev. H.H. Hervey, pastor of the United Presbyterian Church at Hartstown, was born in County Down, Ireland, October 10, 1826, and is a son of James and Mary (Ford) Hervey. His father came to this State in 1846, settling in Tarentum, Allegheny County, where he remained till his death. He had a family of seven sons and one daughter, four now living: Robert, deceased; William, deceased; John; Mary, deceased; James; H.H.; Ford, deceased; and David. John married Agnes SHAW; James married Miss McMath, and David is a widower. Our subject was married October 11, 1853, to Jane M., daughter of Charles Porter, of Huntingdon County, Penn., who was the third child in a family of six children. The result of this union was nine children, of whom two survive: Mary, wife of Dr. Walker of Linesville, and Jennie, at home, who is a cultured young lady with a natural aptitude for art. The deceased are: Charles P., Frederick W., Annie (twin with Jennie), Emma and Helen. Mr. Hervey received his early education in Ireland, and in 1846, entered the Western University at Pittsburgh, whence he graduated in 1848. He afterward entered the Associate Reformed Theological Seminary, graduating thence 1852, and after having traveled a year in the interest of the church came to Crawford County, and here settled. Soon after he married. He was ordained by the Presbytery of the Lakes, of Associate Reformed Church, and has since remained as pastor of the same charge - at first of three churches, and now by the union of two of these, over two churches. Mr. Hervey is a man of ability, and well respected in the community." On page 1163, in the Bio Sketch section for Woodcock Township: "Robert SHAW, retired farmer, Saegertown, was born in Venango County, Penn., May 23, 1804, son of James and Margaret (Irwin) SHAW. The former was a soldier in the war of 1812, and a son of Robert Shaw, all natives of Pennsylvania. The latter was a daughter of James Irwin, one of the first settlers of Cussewago Township, this county. Our subject after spending the greater part of his life in his native county, moved to Saegertown in 1870. He was married,March 3,1 1836, to Frances B., daughter of Wendell and Sarah (McGill) Bartholomew, of Clinton, Penn. By this union there were nine children: James W., of Bradford, Penn.; Robert L., of Franklin, Penn.; Adelia, wife of William Stevens, of Venango County, Penn.; Sylvester I., of Fort Lewis, Colo.; Ann J., wife of Hugh Gillespie, of Venango County, Penn.; Emeline E., wife of John Johnson, Custer City, Penn.; Sarah E.; Frances, wife of A. Rittneyer, and Parker. James W. served in the late war, enlisting in 1863. He lost his right arm at the battle of Gettysburg, July 3, 1863; is now a prominent attorney and City Judge of Bradford, Penn. Our subject was a Democrat until the organization of the Republican party, which he has since supported. He is a tanner by trade; but has followed farming most of his life. Both he and his wife are members of the Presbyterian Church." That's it for all of the SHAW listings in this reference! Kathy Brubaker Volunteer Genealogist Linesville Historical Society kbrbkr@toolcity.net

Here are more SHAW sketches I found in the "History of Crawford County, PA, 1885." On pages 1062 and 1063: "M.D. SHAW, farmer and stock-raiser, PO Centre Road Station, was born in Dutchess County, NY, May 6, 1811; son of Moses and Lucy A. (Cross) SHAW, also natives of Dutchess County. They were members of the Baptist Church; parents of eleven children, five of whom are now living. Moses SHAW, who was a farmer, died in 1856, and his widow in 1864. Our subject, who is the fifth child in the family, was married in 1832 to Julia A. Miller, a native of Orange County, NY. He came to Crawford County same year and settled on sixty-eight acres of woodland in Summerhill Township in 1836, which he cleared up as well as several other farms in the vicinity. To Mr. and Mrs. SHAW were born eleven children, ten now living, viz.: Lucy J., wife of Levi Walton; Moses M.; Mary C., wife of Chester Walton; William M.; Harriet M., wife of Andrew Walton; Filena, wife of Seth S. Dorchester; Louisa, wife of Simon Nichols; Rachel A., wife of George Stevens; Carrie M., wife of S. Miller; and John C. The families all reside within a few miles of their parents. Their son, Thomas Johnson, was a soldier during the war of the Rebellion, in the One Hundred and Forty-fifth Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry, and died of disease contracted in the service, April 4, 1862. Our subject, wife and children are members of the Evangelical Church, which is situated on one corner of his land. Mr. SHAW donated the ground and was mainly instrumental in building the church. He is the owner of 160 acres of well-improved land, and is making a specialty of raising a pure breed of Holstein cattle; he has given much land to his children. Our subject has held several township offices; in politics is a Republican. This worthy old pioneer has about forty grandchildren and five great-grandchildren." "William M. SHAW, farmer and breeder of Durham cattle, PO, Dicksonburg, was born in Summerhill Township, this county, March 7, 1842; son of M.D. SHAW, whose biography appears above. He received a good common school education. During the war of the Rebellion, he enlisted, on first occasion, in the three months' service and was stationed during that period at New Creek, Va., and then returned home. In the spring of 1864 our subject again enlisted, this time in the Second Pennsylvania Cavalry, attached to the Army of the Potomac. He participated in the campaign of the Wilderness, and was in several minor engagements. During the service he contracted diseases from which he has never thoroughly recovered; was honorably discharged after the close of the war, June 12, 1865. He married, in the spring of 1866, Miss Alinda E. Frey, a native of Conneaut Township, this county, and daughter of Jacob Frey, one of the very early settlers of Crawford County. Mr. and Mrs. SHAW have no children of their own, but have adopted an orphan boy who is named Frank Ross SHAW. He was born in Long Island. Our subject and wife are members of the Methodist Episcopal Church and of the R.T. of T. He is owner of 110 acres of well-improved land, and is making a specialty of breeding and raising Durham cattle. In politics Mr. Shaw is a Republican." One more post left to go on SHAW! Kathy Brubaker Volunteer Genealogist Linesville Historical Society kbrbkr@toolcity.net

Here is more info on the SHAW surname found in the "History of Crawford County, PA, 1885." On pages 1013 and 1014, in the Biographical Sketch section of Spring Township: "Mrs. Polly Brown, PO Lundy's Lane, Erie County, was born in Cambridge, NY, April 10, 1806; daughter of David D. and Content (SHAW) Hazzard, natives of Rhode Island; former died in Amboy Centre, Oswego, Co., NY., latter came to this county and lived with our subject for about four years, when she died. Mrs. Brown was married, November 30, 1823, to Joseph Brown, born May 1, 1801, in Connecticut. To this union have been born six children, four now living: Betsy J.S., wife of C.P. Eddy; Joseph C., David J., and Clarissa, wife of Zeno White. The eldest son, who was killed in his father's mill, was born in New York State, June 25, 1827, died in 1858. David J. served three years as a soldier in the war of the Rebellion; his brother-in-law, C.P. Eddy, was a soldier in the Heavy Artillery during the same struggle, serving most of his term at Fortress Monroe. Our subject and husband came to this county in 1833, and here reared the majority of their family. Mr. Brown was an extensive farmer; he was a man firm in his convictions, and very conscientious, evincing a strong Christian character. He died November 28, 1880. Mrs. Brown lives on the old homestead of 100 acres." On pages 1007 and 1008, in the Bio Sketch section for Sparta Township: "Frederick Obert, farmer, PO Spartansburg, was born in Steuben County, NY, July 22, 1825; son of Henry and Sarah Obert. The former, a native of New Jersey, was a soldier in the War of 1812, and departed this life about 1856. The latter, whose maiden name was Sarah SHAW, was a native of New York; died in 1858 in Sparta Township. They were members of the Baptist Church, and reared a family of ten children, six now living. Our subject after acquiring a common school education learned the carpenter's trade, at which he worked about eighteen years. He was married February 24, 1846, to Lucinda, daughter of Hugh and Catharine Coyle, natives of Pennsylvania, and early settlers of Rome Township, this county. The former was a solder in the war of 1812; died about 1857, the latter in 1860. To Mr. and Mrs. Obert have been born six children, five living: Eli, Lorenzo, Frank, Ralph, Della (wife of Robert Burch) and Cora. Mr. Obert has been a resident of Sparta Township for forty years. He has been a hard-working citizen, and has helped to bring about the present improved state of the township. He has a fine farm of 135 acres; in politics he is a Republican. Himself and family are respected by the community." More SHAW to follow! Kathy Brubaker Volunteer Genealogist Linesville Historical Society kbrbkr@toolcity.net

More SHAW data from the "History of Crawford County, PA, 1885." On page 857, in the Biographical Sketch section for East Fairfield Township: "Alexander S. Beatty, farmer, PO SHAW'S Landing, was born April 5, 1831; son of Finlaw and Jane (SHAW) Beatty, the mother a native of East Fairfield Township, and the father of Perry County, Penn. Their family consisted of two sons: Samuel, who died about 1872 in Meadville, where his widow still lives, and our subject, who lives on the old home farm of sixty acres, which he owns and which is well improved. Finlaw Beatty was twice married, first to Miss Isabella Work,sister of ex-Judge Work, which union was blessed with six children, of whom four survive: W.W. Beatty and Mrs. A.E. Wentworth, living in Iowa; I.M. Beatty and Mrs. M.P. Harvey, at SHAW'S Landing, Penn. Mrs. Beatty died June 30, 1825, and our subject's father was again married, and he and his second wife, Jane SHAW, died in March, 1852, there being but two days difference in the dates of their deaths. Our subject was married December 24, 1860, to Miss Elizabeth E. Harvey, and they have four children: Finlaw A., Frank H., Mathew W. and Anna Blanche, all living. Mr. Beatty was mail agent on the Franklin branch of the New York, Pennsylvania, and Ohio railroad from Meadville to Oil City for three and a half years. He is now Postmaster at Shaw's Landing. He has been School Director for several terms. He and his wife are members of the United Presbyterian Church." On pages 914 and 915 in the Bio Sketch section of Oil Creek Township: "Charles B. Gilson, farmer and mechanic, PO Titusville, was born March 29, 1807, in Oil Creek Township, this county. While a young man he learned the trade of carpenter and joiner under T.H. Hoskins, working in Forest, Crawford, Erie, Venango and other counties adjoining. He married Miss Marietta Moore, of Venango County, December 1, 1836. After living in Titusville some years (their property being where the Oil Exchange now stands), they moved to their present place in the township, where they have ever since resided. Their children are Edward L., Mrs. Priscilla SHAW (deceased), Samuel, Mrs. Melissa Jane Stackpole, Leonard, and Dr. Willis O. of Spring Creek Station, Warren Co., Penn. Mr. Gilson has done a great deal of work through this country as a millwright, being known as a first class mechanic and always commanding the highest positions. He is a Greenbacker; formerly a Democrat; voted first for Andrew Jackson." On page 920, in the Bio Sketch section for Pine Township: "Jacob Frey, farmer, PO Linesville, was born in Conneaut Township, this county, September 18, 1806, and is a son of Henry and Barbara (Baumgartner) Frey, both natives of Lancaster County, and of German descent, who settled in this county in 1800, locating in Conneaut Township, where they cleared and improved a farm and there lived and died. They had sixteen children: Catherine, John, Betsey, Polly, Barbara, Nancy, Martha, David, Joseph, Samuel, Jacob, Henry, Enoch, George, Simeon and an infant, all deceased but Samuel, Jacob, George and Simeon. The subject of this sketch was reared in Conneaut Township, this county, and resided here up to 1867, when he purchased the farm in Pine Township where he now resides, a part of which he has improved. The farm comprises 200 acres, about sixty of which are under good cultivation. The subject of this sketch has been twice married. His first wife was Rebecca, daughter of Samuel and Susan (Payton) Gilliland, of Conneaut Township, this county, by whom he had five children: Mary, Amos (deceased), Benjamin J., Louisa R (now Mrs. Smith Line), and Alinda E. (now Mrs. William M. SHAW). His present wife is Sarah L., daughter of Andrew and Theodate (Buell) Linn of North Shenango Township, this county, by whom he has had five children: Arista b. (deceased), Caroline T. (now Mrs. William L. Wildrick), Henry, Nervie and Buell L. (deceased). Mr. Frey is one of the substantial farmers of Pine Township. Both he and his wife are members of the Methodist Episcopal Church, with which they have been connected for many years. He has held several offices in the gift of Conneaut and Pine townships; in politics he is a Prohibitionist." More SHAW info to follow! Kathy Brubaker Volunteer Genealogist Linesville Historical Society kbrbkr@toolcity.net

Here are more SHAW references found in the "History of Crawford County, PA, 1885." On pages 824 and 825, in the Biographical Sketch section for Conneaut Township: "Seth S. Dorchester, farmer, PO Centre Road Station, was born in Mercer County, Penn. January 9, 1844, son of M.C. Dorchester. In 1862 en enlisted in the three months' service with the Army of the Potomac, and on March 7, 1864, he again enlisted, on this occasion in Company I, Second Pennsylvania Cavalry, also with the Army of the Potomac. He was in the battle of Todd's Tavern four days, and was there wounded, May 7, 1864, through the right thigh. He remained in hospital until he returned to his regiment about August 15, 1864; then participated in the battles of Ream's Station, Wyatt House (two days), Boydtown Plank Road, Stony Creek, through the entire siege of Petersburg, and finally at Lee's surrender, serving in all about twenty-one months. He was honorably discharged in July, 1865. On September 10, 1865, Mr. Dorchester married Miss Philena SHAW, a native of Conneaut Township, and daughter of Moses D. SHAW, Sr., who came to Crawford County in 1842. He was a farmer, father of eleven children, and is now living in Summerhill Township. Three daughters and one son were born to this union: M. Lizzie, E. Jennie, Grace P., and Charles S. Our subject and wife are members of the Methodist Episcopal Church. He is owner of seventy-five acres of land, which he moved on to at the close of the war; this is cleared and improved, and it now a fine farm. In politics he is a Republican." On pages 832 and 833 of the same section: "Samuel A. Miller, farmer, PO Linesville, was born on the farm he now owns and lives on in Conneaut Township, this county, August 18, 1846; son of John M. and Almira (Brown) Miller, the former a native of Elizabeth, N.J., the latter of Canada. They came to this county about 1824, and settled in Conneaut Township; were parents of ten children, five now living, and were members of the Universalist Church. John M. Miller was a hard working man; he hauled lumber and shingles form this section to Conneaut Harbor on Lake Erie, and cleared a large area of land. He died in 1850, and his widow is now living with our subject on the old homestead. Two of their sons fought for the Union cause in the war of the Rebellion. Edson B. was a member of Company I, One Hundred and Forty-fifth Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry, and was killed at the first battle of Fredericksburg. Our subject, who is ninth in the family, received a common school education. He enlisted, when seventeen years of age, in 1862, in Company H, One Hundred and Forty-fifth Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry, and served under Gen. Hancock in the Second Corps, Army of the Potomac. He was in the battles of Antietam, Snicker's Gap and first Fredericksburg, where he was wounded through the right arm. He remained in a hospital at Fort Wood, NY, and returned to his regiment in July, 1863. He was afterward in the battles of Brandy Station, Mine Run, through the Wilderness campaign, including Cold Harbor and Spottsylvania Court House, through the siege of Petersburg, the capture of the Welden Railroad and finally at the capture of Lee's army, besides several minor engagements; serving in all two years and ten months. He was honorably discharged June 5, 1865, and returned home. Our subject was engaged in the sale of nursery stock, and in the fire insurance business for several years. He was married September 20, 1875, to Caroline L. SHAW, daughter of M.D. SHAW, whose biography appears in this work. He is a member, together with his wife, of the R.T. of T. and P. of H. Mr. Miller owns forty-five acres of land, part of his father's old homestead. He is a member of the G.A.R. In politics a Republican." More SHAW info to follow! Kathy Brubaker Volunteer Genealogist Linesville Historical Society kbrbkr@toolcity.net

Here is more data found in the "History of Crawford County, PA, 1885" on SHAW. On page 534, in the history of East Fairfield Township: "Prior to 1798, several years before, William Dean, Henry Heath, Thomas Powell, Andrew and Hugh Gibson, John McFadden and Peter Shaw had settled along the creek. William Dean brought his family from Westmoreland County about 1795, conveying his few household effects on two pack-horses, and took possession of the land immediately below Marley. He was a Presbyterian, and remained on this farm until his death in 1846, leaving a numerous posterity, several of whom yet own and occupy the old farm. Henry Heath, from Allegheny County, settled on the adjoining farm below. He died in Wayne Township, but part of the farm is still owned by the Heaths. Below him Thomas Powell, from the same county, built his cabin and remained till his death February 26, 1828. Still further up the stream John McFadden located and maintained a claim. He had a large family, and subsequently removed to near Cooperstown, Venango County.Hugh Gibson as the owner and possessor of the next farm. He was a brother of Andrew Gibson, and removed to Butler County. Peter SHAW, a Scotchman, came from near Pittsburgh, and located the tract above Hugh Gibson's land. He was a brother-in-law to William Dean, Sr., and a life-long resident of the farm he settled. Isaac Powell, brother to Thomas Powell, entered a tract on the turnpike adjoining the William Dean farm on the northeast. He was an old bachelor, and he and an unmarried sister dwelt on this farm till death overtook them in their old age." On page 551, in the history of Fairfield Township: "In the northern part of the township, about a half mile south of the mouth of Conneaut Outlet, stands Sugar Creek or Conneaut United Presbyterian Church. A Presbyterian Congregation was organized here as early as 1810, Rev. Robert Johnson, of Meadville, preaching at this point. Peter SHAW, Thomas Cochran and James Birchfield were early Elders." On page 662, in the history of Summerhill Township: "Dicksonburg Council, Nov. 14, R.T. of T., organized October 7, 1878, with sixteen members and the following officers: F.L. Lord, S.C.; J.R. Barnes, V.C.; Horace Hammon, P.C.; Volney Johnson, Chaplain; George Proctor, Secretary; William SHAW, Treasurer; Miss Libbie Barnes, Herald; R.C. Procter, Guard; Mr. Gevin, Sentinel; Dr. Frazier, Medical Examiner. The membership is now forty-five and meetings are held each alternate Friday evening." More to follow on SHAW! Kathy Brubaker Volunteer Genealogist Linesville Historical Society kbrbkr@toolcity.net

To Mart (maram@phoenixat.com) and other Shaw researchers: Here, and in the next few postings, is the information I found on SHAW in the "History of Crawford County, PA, 1885." On page 313, in the history of Crawford County, where it lists the County officials: Clerks: William Moore - March 13, 1800 to March, 1809 William McArthur - April 4, 1809 to February, 1821 R.B.W. Wood - February 1821 to February, 1822 Daniel LeFevre - March 1822 to February 1824 James Cochran - February 1824 to December 1829 Edward A. Reynolds - January 1830 to October 1833 James Cochran - November 1833 to December 1838 John P. Davis - January 1839 to November 1842 William McArthur - December 1842 to November 1845 James E. McFarland - December 1845 to November 1848 William McLaughlin - December 1848 to November 1851 Walter L. Brackenridge - December 1851 to November 1854 William M. Barron - December 1854 to November 1857 S.J. Johnston - December 1857 to November 1860 William Beatty - December 1860 to November 1863 O.H. Hollister - December 1863 to November 1869 A.J. McQuiston - December 1869 to December 1875 Charles T. SHAW - January 1876 to December 1881 James Graham - January 1882 to December 1884. More to follow on SHAW! Kathy Brubaker Volunteer Genealogist Linesville Historical Society kbrbkr@toolcity.net