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BIOGRAPHIES
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Biographical Record of Fairfield & Perry Counties, Ohio
- Illustrated -
New York and Chicago
The S. J. Clarke Publishing Company
1902
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C.
W. KING. On the roster of county officials in
Perry county appears the name of C. W. King, who is
filling the position of sheriff and makes his home in New
Lexington. He was born in Morgan county, Ohio, and is a
son of J. S. and Octavia J. (Clayton) King. His
father was a native of Pennsylvania and when a boy came to
Ohio with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. John King, who
located in Morgan county at an early day. In the year
1869 J. S. King brought his family to Perry county,
settling in Bearfield township, where they resided upon a farm
until 1891, when they removed to Oakfield. Mr. King
is there living a retired life at the present time. He was
long connected with agricultural pursuits and is now resting
in the enjoyment of the fruits of his former toil.
C. W. King, of this review, was only a
year old when he was brought by his parents to Perry county,
and in the public schools of Bearfield township he pursued his
education, continuing his studies in the high school of New
Lexington. He afterward engaged in teaching school for
three years in this county and then turned his attention to
different business interests. He has been quite active
in political circles since attaining his majority and endorses
the men and measures of the Republican party. Called to
public office by his fellow townsmen, who recognized his worth
and ability, he served for one year as assessor and for two
terms was treasurer of Monroe township. In 1900 he was
elected sheriff of the county and entered upon the duties of
the office which he is now discharging without fear or favor.
In this county Mr. King was joined in wedlock to
Miss Clara Wallace, a daughter of William Wallace,
now deceased, who formerly lived in Pleasant township and was
a soldier in the Union army during the Civil war. Unto
Mr. and Mrs. King has been born one son, Lloyd
Dwight. Mr. King having spent almost his
entire life in this county, is widely known and the traits of
his character are such as win him the good will and confidence
of those with whom he has been associated. He is now
regarded as a popular and efficient officer, his name
inspiring confidence in all law-abiding citizens.
Source: A
Biographical Record of Fairfield and Perry
Counties, Ohio - Publ. New York and Chicago: The S. J.
Clarke Publishing Co - 1902 ~ Page 461 |
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DAVID
C. KING, who is living in Glenford, Perry county, is
one of the best known citizens and wealthy farmers and
stock-raisers of this portion of the state. He stands today
among the successful men who owe their advancement largely to
their own efforts and capable business methods. Mr.
King was born in Thorn township, Perry county, on the 1st
of June, 1828, and is a son of Peter and Miary (Whitmer)
King. His father was born in Germany, but when a mere
child was brought by his parents to America, the family being
established in Thorn township. The mother of our subject was
born in Westmoreland county, Pennsylvania. For some years
after the birth of our subject Peter King
resided upon a farm in Thorn township and afterward traded his
property for the farm of one hundred and sixty acres now owned
by his son David. He also received in exchange a saw
and grist mill located on the stream near the farm, and at his
new home Peter King spent his remaining days,
devoting his attention to the operation of his land and of his
mills until a few years prior to his death, when he sold his
mills. He was drafted for service in the war of 1812, just
eight months after his marriage, and served under General
William Henry Harrison until the close of
hostilities, when he again resumed the farm work. He received
from the government a quarter section of land in Seneca
county, Ohio, in recognition of his army services. He also
purchased large tracts of the government, these being Indian
land in Wyandot county, Ohio. By his hard work, close
attention to business, good, capable management Peter
King accumulated a handsome competence and was widely
known as a very successful man. In politics he was an old-line
Whig and both he and his wife were devoted members of the
Reformed church, of which he was an elder for a great many
years. He was one of the leading members, laboring earnestly
for the spiritual advancement of the congregation and
contributing liberally to the support of the church.
Unto him and his wife were born fourteen children. Sarah
became the wife of Michael Cotterman and both
are now deceased. Catherine married John
Smith and they too have passed away. Rebecca is the
widow of Isaac Zartman and is living in Hopewell
township, Perry county, at an advanced age. Lydia
became the wife of Michael Fought, but both are
now deceased. Susan is the deceased wife of Samuel
Wiseman. Mary is the wife of Porter
Cline and resides in Illinois. Solomon died at the
age of nine years. Peter has also passed away. David
C. is the next of the family. Leah became the wife
of J. Alspaugh. Elizabeth is the wife of
Samuel Alspaugh, of Thornville, Ohio. John C.
and William are both deceased and Frank is
living in Newark, Ohio. Peter King, the father,
died at the age of seventy five years, and he and his wife are
now resting side by side in St. Paul's cemetery in Hopewell
township.
When a boy David C. King entered the district
schools of Hopewell township, but his educational privileges
were very limited. When old enough he was put to work in his
father's mill and upon the farm and thus his youth was a
period of earnest and unremitting toil. At the age of
twenty-two years he made preparation for having a home of his
own by his marriage to Miss Margaret Mechling,
the wedding being celebrated August 29, 1850. The lady is a
native of Hopewell township, and a daughter of Mr. and Mrs.
George Mechling, both of whom are now deceased.
After his marriage Mr. King left the old
homestead farm, and for seven years lived upon the farm
belonging to his father-in-law, about two miles northwest of
Glenford, in Hopewell township. In 1867 he purchased a farm of
one hundred and forty acres west of Glenford, a distance of a
half mile. There he lived until 1875, when he removed to the
farm which he now occupies. This was formerly the home of his
father, Peter King, and upon it our subject has.
since resided. His life has always been a busy and useful one.
About 1862 he began raising Merino sheep and has continued the
business since that time. He is a large breeder of sheep,
having each winter from three hundred to five hundred head and
being one of the leading representatives of this line of
business in his portion of Ohio. His farm comprises one
hundred and forty-five acres of rich and arable land and upon
it he has fine buildings, including an attractive home and
good buildings for the shelter of grain and stock. He has
dealt extensively in real estate and has given each of his
children a nice farm. His investments have been judiciously
made and as the years have passed his sound business judgment
has brought him very desirable success.
Unto Mr. and Mrs. King have
been born four children, three daughters and one son: Sarah
Rebecca, the wife of Frank Smith, a
resident of Hopewell township; Mary Ellen, the
wife of J. E. Murdock, also a resident of this
township; Emma, who died in childhood; and D. H.,
who is a musician and also conducts a farm in Hopewell
township, where he is extensively engaged. in breeding sheep.
He is a leader of the band in Glenford and is very popular in
musical circles of this locality. He married Sarah
Fought and they have two children, Lolo and
Claude.
Mr. King exercises his
right of franchise in support of the Republican party. He
voted a Democratic ticket prior to the Civil war, but since
that time has never wavered in his allegiance to the party
which stood as a defender of the Union and has ever favored
the protection of American industries, sound money and the
upholding of the flag on whatever soil it has been planted. He
and his wife are consistent and faithful members of the
Reformed church, in which he has served as a deacon and elder
for many years. They have traveled life's journey together for
more than fifty-one years, sharing with each other the joys
and sorrows, the adversity and prosperity which checker the
careers of all. Their friends are many and wherever known they
are held in high esteem for their many excellent traits of
character. Mr. King certainly deserves great
credit for what he has accomplished in life, starting out with
few educational or other advantages, he has made the most of
his opportunities and through diligence and enterprise has
steadily worked his way upward to a most gratifying position.
At all times he has so lived as to deserve and command the
respect of those with whom he has been associated and his life
record proves conclusively that success may be won through
energy and diligence. Mr. King is one who
advocates industrial activity and promotes progress.
Source: A
Biographical Record of Fairfield and Perry
Counties, Ohio - Publ. New York and Chicago: The S. J.
Clarke Publishing Co - 1902 ~ Page 450 |
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