Montgomery County OH
Roll Of Captain Martin Shuey’s Company
Captain Martin Shuey’s company served from August 25, 1814, to February 26, 1815, likely in Montgomery County. The roster included Lieutenant Christopher Sranfe, Ensign George Sranfe, and several sergeants and corporals. A diverse group of privates was also part of the company, with individuals like Vincen Antonides, William Battrick, and Jacob Harshman among them. The unit’s composition reflects the varied backgrounds of those who served during this period.
Biography of Anderson Cox
Anderson Cox, a pioneer of 1845, was born in Ohio and settled in Indiana before moving to Oregon with his family. He faced significant challenges on the journey, including navigating the Meek cut-off and crossing the Des Chutes River. Active in early Oregon politics, he served in the territorial legislature and helped establish Linn County. Later, he contributed to the development of the Inland Empire by founding towns and engaging in business ventures. He died in transit while serving as the Walla Walla land-office receiver, leaving a legacy upheld by his family.
Derksen, Helen Mae Martin Mrs. – Obituary
Helen Mae Derksen, aged 93, passed away on January 13, 2006, in Pendleton, Oregon. A long-time resident of Baker City, she was honored at a memorial service at the New Bridge Church of the Nazarene, where she was an active member. Born in Ohio in 1912, she had a career in clerical work and social services before retiring in Oregon. She is survived by her daughter, nine grandchildren, and 13 great-grandchildren. Her cremains will be interred with her husband at Willamette National Cemetery.
Biographical Sketch of Dixon, James J. A. T.
James J. A. T. Dixon, a dealer in dry goods, groceries, and hardware, established his business in Bunker Hill in February 1882. Originally from Bond County, Illinois, Dixon was first drawn to Bunker Hill for health reasons in 1872. He engaged in agriculture and served as pastor of the Congregational Church while also entering public service as a state legislator and Probate Judge. A graduate in theology, he served as a Chaplain during the Civil War. Married in 1854, he has two children and was involved in local journalism with the Bunker Hill Banner.
Biography of Tobias Engle
Tobias Engle, born on May 9, 1829, in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, was an influential early settler of Freeport, Illinois. After working on his father’s farm, he ventured to Freeport in 1851, where he co-founded a hardware business. He later acquired a 400-acre farm in Stephenson County. In 1854, he married Mary A. Myers, and they had eleven children. Engle was active in local education but avoided political office, shifting from Republican to Prohibitionist views. He remained a dedicated member of the Embury Methodist Episcopal Church in Freeport.