Transcript:Wayne, Indiana, United States. History of Wayne County, Indiana (1884)

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The purpose of this page is to present a transcript of some of the sections of Source:Wayne, Indiana, United States. History of Wayne County, Indiana (1884)-Vol. 2 with hyperlinks to the pages of individuals cited.

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Crull, George - p 554

George Crull was born Nov. 19, 1836, in Wayne County, Ind., a son of Michael and Eliza Crull. He was married in 1862 to Margaret E., daughter of John Kepler. She died in 1863, leaving one child---Margaret E., who is making her home with her aunt, Mrs. Shroyer. Since his wife's death Mr. Crull has resided on his home farm with his mother, and superintends the farm. He is a member of Hiram lodge, No. 417, A.F. & A.M., at Centreville. His grandfather, Jacob Crull, came to Wayne County in an early day, where he followed farming on West River a number of years. He then moved to a farm on Green's Fork, where he operated a saw and grist mill until 1843. Michael Crull, our subject's father, was born in Dayton, Ohio, in 1802, and in 1822 came to Wayne County, Ind. He remained with his parents till 1827 when he was married to Eliza Black, born in Lancaster County, Pa., in 1812, and a daughter of John and Polly Black, who came to Wayne County, about 1826. Fourteen children were born to them, all of whom grew to maturity. Their names are---Gideon, Polly, Hannah J., Gabriel, George, Catherine, Margaret, Rosanna, Eliza, Michael, Jr., William, Jacob, Sarah and Vastine. Soon after his marriage Michael Crull moved to a farm containing 220 acres, which is now occupied by our subject. His death occurred in 1872. His widow is in her seventy-second year and is quite an active lady considering her age.

Ebert, Emil - p 557

Emil Ebert, eldest son of Frank K. and Flora Ebert was born in Cambridge City, June 30, 1856. He was educated in the public schools of his native city and when old enough he became a clerk in his father's store, and has continued in the grocery business to the present time. He began life in meager circumstances but by his industry and economy has accumulated a considerable amount of this world's goods. He was married May 15, 1883, to Lucy F., daughter of John and Margaret Klueber, of Washington Township, Wayne County.

Ebert, Frank - p 557

Frank K. Ebert, a native of Germany, was born Feb. 11, 1827. He resided in his native country till 1853, when he came to America, landing at Baltimore, Md., where he remained eleven months. He then spent a year and a half in Cincinnati, after which he came to Cambridge City, Ind., and worked five years in a cooper shop. He then embarked in the grocery business which he successfully followed till 1882, when he disposed of his interest to his son Emil. He was married in 1855 to Flora Halbleib. They have a family of four children - Emil, Florence, Mary and Frank.

Ellabarger, Jacob - p 557

Jacob Ellaberger was born in Lancaster County, Pa., Sept. 1, 1808. His father died when he was five years old, and at the age of eleven years he commenced to earn his own living. When eighteen years of age he went to Montgomery County, Ohio, remaining there six years, and in 1834 he came to Wayne County, Ind. He was married in Ohio to Mary Ann Rider, of Ross County, Ohio. In 1836 he went to Fayette County, Ind., where he worked at the shoemaker's trade till he moved to his farm near Bentonville. His wife died in July, 1846, and Mr.Ellaberger was married to Mrs. Mary Kolb, daughter of John and Elizabeth Hoover. They were the parents of seven children, six of whom survive---Amos, Ephraim, Martha E., married Peter Whisler, now living in Henry County, Ind.; Mary A., wife of David Vance, of Henry County; Amanda E., wife of Daniel Teeters, and Kate. Mrs. Ellaberger had two children by her first husband, Richard Kolb.

Harvey, Caleb J - p 332

Caleb J. Harvey was born on the farm where he now resides, in Wayne County, Ind., March 26, 1843. His grandfather, John Harvey, was born in Guilford County, N. C. , of English parents, in May, 1779, and there married Jane Cox, also of English descent, born March 3, 1782. In 1812 he removed to Wayne County, Ind., and entered 320 acres of land on Nolan's Fork, for which he paid $1.50 an acre. At that time the Indians frequently drove the settlers from their homes, and the latter built a block-house on Mr. Harvey's land, where they could take refuge in time of threatened danger. John Harvey died Sept. 12, 1850, and his wife, April 16, 1854. To them were born nine children; but two are living - Nathan, of Topeka, Kan., and William E., of Missouri. The deceased are - Rebecca, Isom, Benjamin, Aaron, John P., Mary E. and Jane A. John P. Harvey was born in Wayne County, Ind. April 16, 1819. He was educated in the log cabin schools, and the school at Cambridge City taught by Samuel Hoshour. March 18, 1841, he was married to Sallie, daughter of Caleb B. and Olive (Leonard) Jackson, of Wayne County. She was born in Grayson County, Va., in 1818. John P. Harvey became the owner of the entire tract of land entered by his father and was a successul farmer and business man. He died Feb. 19, 1851. Mrs. Harvey resides on the old homestead with her son Caleb J. Harvey. Their children are fine in number - Jemima, wife of Oliver Draper, of Henry County, Ind.; Caleb J.; Olive J., widow of Robert Commons; Marinda C., wife of Ennis Kitterman, and John C. Caleb J. received his early education in the schools of Centreville and subsequently attended Earlham College. When quite young the care of the farm devolved on him and he early learned the science of agriculture and stock-raising. He is thoroughly practical in all his management and has been successful in his chosen life-work. Politically he is a Republican. In April, 1880, he was elected Trustee of Centre Township, a position he still fills. He is a member of Hoosier Lodge, No. 23, and Hebron Encampment, No. 8, I.O.O.F., of Centreville, and has passed all the chairs of both bodies, and represented the two in the Grand Assembly of the State. Jan. 23, 1867, Mr. Harvey was married to Katie, daughter of Andrew and Matilda (Worl) Hoover. They have two daughters - SadieM. and Olive I.

Kimmel, George - p 745

George Kimmel, farmer, was born in Washington Township, Wayne Co., Ind., in 1841, a son of Jacob and Martha Kimmel. His boyhod was passed on the farm and he received a very limited education in the district schools. May 16, 1865, he was married to Elmira Sourbeer, daughter of Michael and Fanny Sourbeer, natives of Lancaster County, Pa., who came to Indiana in 1854 and settled in Wayne County. Mrs. Kimmel died in 1872, leaving two children - Chalma and Ora. She was a member of the Lutheran church. In 1875 Mr. Kimmel married Mrs. Jennie Sowers, widow of George Sowers. They have two children - Luther and Edith. Mrs. Kimmel is a member of the Lutheran church. Mr. Kimmel owns eighty acre of good land, and also, with his brother, 180 acres in another part of the township. He owns a fourth interest in the Gang Plow Works at Germantown.

Kimmel, Joseph - p 577

Joseph Kimmel was born in Wayne County, Ind., March 4, 1828, a son of Jacob and Martha (Witmer) Kimmel, who were natives of Schuylkill County, Pa., and Wayne County, Ind., respectively. His father came to Wayne county, Ind., where he was married. He was a carpenter by trade, and from this earned money enough to purchase a farm, where he followed agricultural pursuits the greater part of his life. He died in 1863, and his wife's death occurred in 1869. They were the parents of thirteen children, eight still living. Joseph Kimmel followed farming till after attaining his majority He was then engaged in a brewery ten years, after which he engaged in shipping malt to distant cities and dealing largely in grain. He also carries on farming, having 300 acres of valuable land lying on the Walnut Level. He was married in 1852 to Amanda Warmon, of Wayne County, and a daughter of Enoch Warmon. Of their three children two are living - Medoa and Mary V. Mr. Kimmel and brothers are the original pantentees of Kimmel's Gang Plow.

Myers, Moses - p 587

Moses Myers was born Aug. 9, 1828, in Wayne County, Ind. He was reared on his father's farm and received a limited education in the schools of his neighborhood. He remained at home till 1855 when he was married to Mary, a daughter of Randolph Ellenbarger. Of the six children born to them, three survive - Moses E., Isaiah E. and Jeremiah E. Soon after his marriage, Mr. Myers settled on the farm where he yet resides, then containing 160 acres, but at present containing 520 acres. He has in his possession the patent for the farm now occupied by Jacob Shideler, who has leased the farm for twenty-one years. The patent was issued in 1823 and signed by President James Monroe. His barn is one of the largest in the county. It is built of Vermont slate and cost $7,000. His house is a large three-story and basement brick structure, and was arranged with an eye to convenience and comfort. His father, Moses Myers, was a native of Maryland and came with his parents to Ohio when six years old, where he was married to Barbary Heiney, a native of Lancaster County, Pa., who died about 1834. They were the parents of six children, two of whom survive - Mary, wife of Adam Dashler, and our subject. Mr. Myers was again married, his second wife being Annie Kauffman, by whom he had three children, two still living.

Stahr, William P. - p 600

William P. Stahr. - Few men, with the limited advantages for attaining success in life that have fallen to the lot of the subject of this notice, have made better use of their opportunities, or displayed greater energy, persistence, and courage than Mr. Stahr. He was born in Germany, Dec. 2, 1839. His father was a schoolmaster, who, after pursuing his avocation faithfully for fifty years, was pensioned and honorably discharged by the Government; he died in 1863. William P. passed his boyhood at home, caring for a few acres of land owned by his father, until March 10, 1858, when he left his native country for America, contrary to the wishes of his father, though favored in his ambition by his mother. Arriving in New York April 26, 1858, a few days later he left the city for La Crosse, Wis., where he wa engaged as a farm laborer for one year. Beocming weary of the hardships of life in the "wild west" in May, 1859, he left for Indiana, arriving in Cambridge City on the 13th. Thence he proceeded to Jacksonburg, where his cousing lived, walking and carrying about seventy-five pounds of baggage upon his back. He soon after entered the employ of John Kepler, a leading farmer, with whom he remained until 1862. His wages were $10 per month during the first year, $12 the next, and $14 the third. He next worked a year for Wm. Black. While working for Kepler and Black he gained a thorough knowledge of farm work, acquired the English language almost unconsciously and found time to attend school about three months. He was next engaged in November, 1863, as a driver for H. Ingerman, brewer, of Cambridge City, at $28 per month. Proving his aptitude for business by his diligence and quickness, he was soon promoted by his employer to a better position and his salary was advanced until he received $60 per month. He remained in the brewery until 1866, then purchased a small grocery for $750. A few months later he was robbed of two watches and a considerable sum of money. He next formed a partnership with J. Wise, baker and grocer, which did not long continue. In 1867 an 1868 he was again employed by the owners of the brewery, the property having changed hands. In March, 1868, he bought a lot of ground with a story and a half house and a one story back building upon it and engaged in the business of baker and confectioner. In 1869, April 30, he was robbed of $225. In 1871, having prospered in business, he removed the old building on his lot and erected a two-story brick structure. To this building he added a third story in 1875, then beginning the hotel business. He has since been making additions and improvements almost constantly, building an addition to the east end of the house in 1880, and to the west end in 1883. Stahr's Central Hotel is now one of the largest and best business buildings in the town, and its enterprising proprietor has the satisfaction of having earned and reared it himself, little by little. Mr. Stahr was married Dec. 2, 1867, to Miss Mary E. Michael. They have a family of children whose names are - Francis G., Maggie, Berthie and J. Paul.