Glendale Ohio

Biographical Sketch of Dr. Isabel Cobb

Martha Blythe, born January 31, 1812, married Alexander Clingan in 1828. Their daughter, Evaline, wed Joseph Benson Cobb, with whom she had several children, including Isabel Cobb, born October 25, 1858. Isabel pursued higher education at Glendale Female College and the Woman’s Medical College of Pennsylvania, graduating in 1892. She became a practicing physician in Wagoner. The family continued its commitment to education and service, with Martha’s children also excelling in various academic and professional fields.

Slave Narrative of Reverend Williams

Reverend Williams, a 76-year-old Methodist minister from Greenbriar County, West Virginia, shares his life story during an interview in Lebanon, Ohio. Born to a free mother and enslaved father, he emphasizes the significance of education provided by Miss Frances Cree, his grandmother’s owner. Throughout his ministry, he has advocated for traditional hymns over spirituals, believing in a practical expression of faith. Williams reflects on the cultural differences within the church and his commitment to maintaining a consecrated life, underscoring resilience and community values.