Biographical Sketch of Herbert Sheldon

Sheldon, Herbert; pres. and mgr.; born, Marple, Eng., March 17, 1869; son of John and Catherine Jinks Sheldon; educated, Marple, Eng.; married, Marple, Eng., July 17, 1893, Sarah Helena Barlow; one issue, daughter, Gladys May; arrived at Massillon, O.; from England September 1894; trained in coal mining operations, 18941899; from 1899 to date holding following official positions; 18991901, pres. The O. Young Coal Co.; 18991902, sec’y and treas. The Somerdale Coal Co.; 18991903, gen. supt. The Massillon Cleveland Coal Co., 18991906 gen. supt. The Midvale Goshen Coal Co.; 19011910, sec’y and supt. The Goshen Hill Coal Co.; 18991908, gen. mgr. … Read more