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Source:
Portrait & Biographical Record of Stark County, Ohio

Containing Biographical Sketches of Prominent and Representative Citizens,
Together with Biographies and Portraits of all the
Presidents of the United States.
Chicago - Chapman Bros. -
1892


 

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JOHN YINGLING

Source: Portrait & Biographical Record of Stark County, Ohio - Chicago - Chapman Bros. - 1892 - Page 214

PETER YODER, farmer and stockman, Stark County, Ohio, is conspicuous for its magnificent farms, that are faultless in the way of management and the order in which they are kept, and those in Nimishillen Township are especially advantageously located, the land being rolling and well watered, fertile and productive.  Mr. Yoder's estate of three hundred and twenty-seven acres of fine land is located on section 36, and he is to be congratulated on the perfect method and order with which his agricultural affairs are conducted.  He was born in Nimishillen Township, Apr. 30, 1841, to Christian and Annie (Kloppenstein) Yoder, the former of whom was born in France, in August, 1811, and came to America when about twenty-three years of age, and in this country was married and reared his family of five children, of whom the subject of this sketch was the fourth, and of whom four are still living.  Christian Yoder was well educated in his native land, and in time obtained enough money to enable him to purchase eight acres of land in the same school district in which Peter Yoder, his son, is now residing, but later sold it to purchase one hundred and sixty adjoining the latter's farm.  Although a Republican, politically, he is not a politician.  He was brought up in the Omish Church, and was elected to serve as a preacher, but upon refusing to do so, was thrown out of the society.  His children were as follows:  Christian, who died at the age of eighteen years; Anna (Mrs. Brumbaugh) lives in Louisville; and Peter, the subject of this biography.  The paternal grand-father, Christian Yoder, was Mayor of the city in which they lived in France, but came to America, and in this country was called from life.
     Peter Yoder, in his youth, alternately assisted on the farm and attended the district school near his home, and being a boy of good mental abilities, he made fair progress in his studies.  He remained with his father, assisting him on the home farm, until he was about twenty-seven years of age, and was given wages for his services after he had attained his majority.  Nov. 17, 1867, he was married to Miss Nancy Folk, of Nimishillen Township, born May 11, 1849, and a daughter of Peter and Lydia (Reese) Folk, both of whom were born in Stark County, and reside near Louisville.  For one year after his marriage, Mr. Yoder resided with his parents, then with what money he had saved, and with some help from his father, he bought one hundred acres of land where he now resides; the remainder of his land he has purchased in small tracts, until he now has his present large farm.  He has built one of ht4e handsomest houses in the vicinity, which was put up at a cost of $5,000, and contains all the modern conveniences.  It is finely finished, both inside and out, and is attractive in design.  He handles a good many cattle and sheep, feeding, both for the market, which business he finds not only profitable but pleasing.
     In his political sentiments, Mr. Yoder is a Republican, and, being a patron of education, he has been a member of the School Board for many years, and by the employment of good teachers, he has raised the standard of education in his section.  He is decidedly progressive in his views, and is a member of the County Agricultural Society, of which he is an active and interesting member.  He has eight children living: Ulysses S., born June 10, 1868, at home; Rheuhama, Oct. 28, 1869; Ida, born Nov. 10, 1870, died Aug. 5, 1871; Forest born Feb. 8, 1875; Joseph, Oct. 7, 1876; Augusta M., Jan. 7, 1878; Myron, Dec. 16, 1879; Minnie, May 10 1881; and Erma E., Apr. 3, 1887.
Source: Portrait & Biographical Record of Stark County, Ohio - Chicago - Chapman Bros. - 1892 - Page 294
J. P. YOCKEY, editor and proprietor of the Fulton Signal, published in Canal Fulton, Stark County, Ohio, is a native of the county in which he still makes his home.  He was born in Lawrence Township in 1847, and is a son of Philip and Elizabeth Yockey, who were laboring people of Lawrence Township.  At the early age of seven years, our subject was left an orphan and resided with relatives until twelve years of age, at which time he commenced working on a farm by the month, and for five years was in the employ of Christian Eschliman, a sketch of whom is given on another page of this work.  To this gentleman Mr. Yockey owes a debt of gratitude for his judicious advice and aid.  In the mind of the young lad he aroused ambitions for something higher, and helped him in carrying out his best desires.
     At the age of nineteen years, Mr. Yockey entered the Smithville Academy, of Wooster, Ohio, where he remained for three years.  During the winter season he engaged in teaching, and after completing his education, followed that profession for some years, meeting with excellent success.  In 1869, he became the Superintendent of the Canal Fulton Schools, remaining in charge for three years, after which he went to Doylestown, where he was also engaged in teaching for two years.  In the year 1875, he returned to this place and entered upon his present business.  He purchased the Herald, but changed the name of the paper to the Signal.  Since that time, he has engaged in its publication.  It is an excellent journal, devoted to home interests, literature and general news, and is well conducted.  The editor is a ready and interesting writer, and his paper is a bright and newsy sheet.  He has already secured a liberal patronage and the subscription list is constantly being enlarged.  He also carries on a job office, and in this department does an excellent line of work.
     On the 20th of September, 1877, Mr. Yockey was united in marriage with Miss Arabella Porter, daughter of John Porter, of Lawrence Township.  She died in 1882, leaving one child, Leila JoyMr. Yockey has served as Township Clerk for two terms, and also filled the office of Clerk of the School Board for several years, his public duties being faithfully performed.  He is a friend to education and has the best interests of the community at heart.  In all works of advancement and progress, he is found in the front rank, doing all in his power to promote the general welfare.  He is a thorough gentleman, who commands the confidence and respect of the people, and his sterling worth has won him high regard.
Source: Portrait & Biographical Record of Stark County, Ohio - Chicago - Chapman Bros. - 1892 - Page 295
CYRUS YOUNG

Source: Portrait & Biographical Record of Stark County, Ohio - Chicago - Chapman Bros. - 1892 - Page 317

G. J. YOUNG

Source: Portrait & Biographical Record of Stark County, Ohio - Chicago - Chapman Bros. - 1892 - Page 302

JOHN YUTZEY

Source: Portrait & Biographical Record of Stark County, Ohio - Chicago - Chapman Bros. - 1892 - Page 522

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