Spouses
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1: Nicholie FORD
Father: Nicholas FORD
Mother: Martha PAGE

JOHN C. BRENT,2 banker; P. 0. Paris; born Feb. 5, 1836; son of Charles S. Brent, who was born in this place, Jan. 28, 1811. The mother of John C., was Matilda Chambers, daughter of Gov. John Chambers. The grandfather of John C., was Hugh Brent, a native of Prena, Williams Co., Virginia; he was born Jany. 18, 1773. In 1799, he married Elizabeth Langhorne, who was born 1782, in Lynchburg, a daughter of Maurice Langhorne. Hugh Brent came to Kentucky in the fall of 1789, with his brother-in-law, Capt. Thomas Young, locating in Lexington, until 1792, when lie became a citizen of Paris, and engaged in business up to 1824; he was a successful business man, and by his uniform courtesy and kindness, he won the love and the esteem of all those who had any business relations with him; one of his prominent traits of character, was his love for peace and its promotion. He had four sons and two daughters, viz: Jack, Thomas Y., Hugh L., Charles S., Sarah B. and Betsey. Charles S. Brent was thrice married: first to Susan Taylor; she died, leaving one son, Hugh, now of Covington, Ky. His second wife was Matilda Chambers, who was born March 17, 1815; they were married in 1835; she died Aug. 28, 1866, having borne him twelve children, nine of whom are living. His last wife was Mrs. Martha Ford, born in Pennsylvania, daughter of Benjamin J. Page. Mr. Brent died Feb. 16, 1881; he was raised a farmer, lived near Paris, on the farm; came to town in 1849, and engaged in banking until the war began, then engaged in the commission business in 1862, and in 1869 resumed banking; was president of the same up to the time of his death. He was a member of the Presbyterian Church since 1833, and was twelve years Elder of the same; and in 1839 and '40, he represented his county in the Legislature; he was a man whom the people esteemed as a valued citizen of the Commonwealth. His successor, John C., was educated here in Paris and graduated at Frankfort, under B. B. Sayre. August, 1862, he was commissioned as First Lieut. of Co. B., 9th Kentucky Cavalry, afterwards Promoted to Major, was in active service some time, afterwards served on Court Martial, as Senior Major. Upon his return home he engaged in business with his father, as partner in the commission business. In 1869, he was appointed cashier of the Citizen's Bank, which position he yet fills. In 1866 he married Nicolie, daughter of Nicholas and Martha (Page) Ford; he was a native of this place; she of Pittsburg. Mr. Brent and wife are members of the Episcopal Church. Of the brothers and sisters living, are Elizabeth, who resides in Covington, wife of John Marshall; Sprigg J., Charles S., Thomas L, Kelly and Matilda, in Paris; also Belle, wife of Charlton Alexander; Henry C., resides in Kansas City, Mo., attorney at law.

Sources
1. John was commissioned as a 2nd Lieutenant of Company B, 9th Kentucky Cavalry, afterwards promoted to Major. (Perrin, p. 445)
2. History of Bourbon, Scott, Harrison and Nicholas Counties, Kentucky, ed. by William Henry Perrin, O. L. Baskin & Co., Chicago, 1882. p. 445.

Name: Littleberry BEDFORD
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Birth: February 1821 Kentucky
Death: July 3, 1902 Age: 81
Burial: Clay Cemetery, Escondida Rd., Bourbon County, Kentucky
Occupation: Surveyor
Father: Littleberry BEDFORD Jr. (1798-1880)
Mother: Cicely ROLLINS (1798-1843)

Spouses
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1: Frances "Fanny" HORTON
Father: Memuca HORTON
Mother: Claramond HARVEY
Marriage: December 24, 1873

LITTLEBERRY BEDFORD,1 Surveyor; P. 0. Paris; is the grandson of Littleberry Bedford, the pioneer and hunter of Bourbon County. The parents of our subject were Littleherry and Cicely (Rollins) Bedford. Littleberry was born on the Patsey Clay farm July, 30, 1798; his wife Cicely, Jan'y 30 the same year (1798). The father of our subject after his marriage, settled on the land now owned by the Buckner heirs, near Cane Ridge. He remained here several years, and finally located on a portion of the old homestead, where he remained until his death, Jan. 23, 1880; his wife died in 1843. Upon this old homestead our subject first saw the light of day, February, 1821; he had six brothers and sisters, viz: Elizabeth, who married Smith Lindsey, of Clintonville; Mary, Mrs. James C. Garrard, of Pendleton County; Caroline, wife of Samuel Pryor of this precinct. Thomas F., located in Missouri; Wm. P. and Webster C., are teachers. Our subject at the age of twenty-one, began teaching, continuing regularly for about ten years, having taught in all about sixteen years. In 1861 he began the vocation of Surveyor, and has since been engaged in this business, and is one of the best in the country. Dec. 21, 1873, he married Miss Fannie Horton, a native of Lexington, Miss. She was a daughter of Memuca and Clarmond (Harvey) Horton, who were natives of Georgia. To Mr. and and Mrs. Horton were born five children: Martha, who married Judge Montgomery, of Lexington, Miss. Next in order was Mrs. Bedford; William and George, were killed in the Southern army; Willis B., the youngest, graduated with honors at Edinburg College in Scotland; he now resides in Tucson, Arizona Territory. Since March, 1874, Mr. Bedford has resided on the Jackstown pike, where he has a snug home. He has no children. As relics, he possesses his grandfather's guns; and other articles once in his possession, which are rare and interesting.

Sources
1. History of Bourbon, Scott, Harrison and Nicholas Counties, Kentucky, ed. by William Henry Perrin, O. L. Baskin & Co., Chicago, 1882. pp. 447-448.

Name: John Coleman BEDFORD
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Birth: January 20, 1843, Paris, Bourbon County, Kentucky
Death: April 13, 1923 Carlisle, Kentucky Age: 80
Father: Archibald Mosely BEDFORD (1812-1860)
Mother: Elizabeth Hawes BEDFORD (1819-1845)

Spouses
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1: Louisa HUFFSTETTER
Birth: Harrison County, Kentucky
Father: James HUFFSTETTER
Mother: Alvira SPARKS
Marriage: August 18, 1865
Children: Frank, Mary, Mattie, Maggie, Elvira, James

JOHN C. BEDFORD,1 farmer; P. 0. Paris; born in Clintonville Precinct, Jan. 20,1843, the third child and fourth son born to Archibald M. and Elizabeth (Hawes) Bedford. After the marriage of Archibald Bedford and wife, they located in Clintonville, where the family were born, whose names were Aylette, Ellen E., Thomas A., John C. and Archibald W. The eldest child died in infancy; Ellen married William Bedford, and resides in Boone County, Mo.; Thomas A. died in the Southern army, being a member of the 1st Kentucky Battalion of Mounted Infantry. In the spring of 1846 Archibald M. Bedford located on the Stoner, near his brother George, where he remained until his death, Sept. 17, 1860; after his death, John C. lived with his uncle George until he entered the army, joining John Morgan's Standard, he and his brother Archie, and fought manfully and did well their duty until the close of the war. In 1865 J. C. moved to Sangamon County, Ills., and purchased a farm, residing here until 1865, when he returned to this county; in 1870 he purchased the farm he now owns, situated on the Flat Rock Pike; August 19, 1865, married Louisa Huffstetter, a native of Nicholas County, daughter of James and Alvira (Sparks) Huffstetter; both were natives of Virginia; J. C. has six children: Frank, Mary, Mattie, Maggie, Elvira and James; his brother, Archibald W., was born 1845, Jan. 14; Nov. 1, 1865, he married Henrietta Goff, born in Clark County, daughter of John and Martha (Prewitt) Goff; he has three children: John, Mattie and Caswell, twins; Archie resides in this county.

Sources
1. History of Bourbon, Scott, Harrison and Nicholas Counties, Kentucky, ed. by William Henry Perrin, O. L. Baskin & Co., Chicago, 1882. p. 448.

Name: Littleberry Mosely "Big Berry" BEDFORD
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Birth: July 26, 1823, Paris, Bourbon County, Kentucky
Death: September 1908 Age: 85
Burial: Paris Cemetery, Paris, Kentucky
Occupation: Stock Farmer
Father: John "Long John" BEDFORD (1800-1871)
Mother: Sally KING (1803-1872)

Spouses
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1: Mary A. SMITH
Birth: May 16, 1823, Paris, Bourbon County, Kentucky
Death: 1893 Age: 69
Burial: Paris Cemetery, Paris, Kentucky
Father: George Allen SMITH (1788-1854)
Mother: Elizabeth M. EDWARDS (1795-1859)
Marriage: January 12, 1848, Bourbon County, Kentucky
Children: Sarah "Sallie" (1849-1934); Mary Emma (1851-1852); Johny (1856-1859)

LITTLEBERRY M. BEDFORD,1 farmer and stocktrader; P. 0. Paris. Among the prominent farmers of Bourbon County is the above gentleman, who was born in Paris Precinct, near where Henry Clay now resides; He first saw the light of day July 26, 1823; son of John and Sallie (King) Bedford; he died Dec. 8, 1871; his wife, Sallie, died the year following. Littleberry Mosely was reared to farming pursuits, to which he turned his attention when he arrived to manhood's years. January 12, 1848, he married Mary A. Smith, who was born in this Precinct May 16, 1823, daughter of George A. and Elizabeth M. (Edwards) Smith. The paternal grandfather of Mrs. Bedford was Withers Smith, a native of Virginia, and emigrated to this county quite early, locating on the farm where Mr. Bedford now resides; he had a family of seven children, three daughters and four sons, viz: Charles, George A., Hardridge, James, Margaret, Susan and Lydia. George A., the father of Mrs. Bedford's father, was born in Virginia May 16, 1788; his wife, Oct. 20, 1795; they were married Feb. 20, 1814; twelve children were born to them, who were: Amanda, Sophia, Susan, Elizabeth, Mary, James, Emeline, George, Sarah, Henry, Frank and Margaret. George A. Smith was a farmer, which vocation he followed until his death; he served in the war of 1812; his death occurred April 19, 1854; his wife died Feb. 26, 1859. Mr. Bedford located on the farm he now owns in 1860; seven years later he built his residence, which commands a splendid view of the Stoner river and surroundings below; for several years Mr. Bedford has been engaged in the shipping business, buying largely for the New York market, and is also engaged in his farming interests, which is successfully carried on, having over 1,000 acres of land; he has but one child, Sallie B., now wife of Joseph O. Hodges (Hedges), son of Samuel Hodges. He has two children: L. Mosely and Mary R. Hodges, grandchildren of Mr. Bedford.

Sources
1. History of Bourbon, Scott, Harrison and Nicholas Counties, Kentucky, ed. by William Henry Perrin, O. L. Baskin & Co., Chicago, 1882. p. 448.

Name: George Madison BEDFORD Sr.
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Birth: May 19, 1817, Bourbon County, Kentucky
Death: February 12, 1887, Paris, Bourbon County, Kentucky Age: 69
Burial: Paris Cemetery, Paris, Kentucky
Occupation: Breeder Of Short-Horn Cattle
Father: Littleberry BEDFORD (1769-1829)
Mother: Mattie CLAY (1772-1864)

Spouses
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1: Mary Ann BEDFORD
Birth: September 22, 1824, Bourbon County, Kentucky
Death: March 2, 1894 Age: 69
Burial: Paris Cemetery, Paris, Kentucky
Father: Benjamin Franklin BEDFORD (1799-1872)
Mother: Elizabeth Giles (Eleanor?) BUCKNER (1799-1840)
Marriage: November 4, 1840, Paris, Bourbon County, Kentucky
Children: Matty Eleanor (1846-1849); Mary Elizabeth "Bettie" (1850-1893); Julia Kennedy (1854-1916); Maria Virginia (1857-1936); George Madison "Tam" (1860-1921); Benjamin Franklin "Frank" (1862-1953)

GEORGE M. BEDFORD,1 farmer and stock raiser; P. 0. Paris. The Bedford family are of English origin; they trace their ancestry to one Thomas Bedford, of Charlotte County, in the Old Dominion; he was a large landholder, and of the families who ranked high in social position; he was twice married; first to Mary Coleman, by whom he had three children: Charles, Margaret and Jane, all of whom remained in Virginia; his second marriage was to Miss Spencer, who bore him six sons and five daughters; the sons were Thomas, Benjamin, John, Stephen, Littleberry and Archie; the daughters were: Nancy, who married a Mosely; Patsey, a man by the name of Fuquia; Susan, a Walk; Patsey, a Crenshaw; Mary, a Hamlet; the first one of the Bedford name who came to Kentucky was Benjamin, who was born Dec. 23, 1762, and emigrated first to Madison County about 1787, and raised one crop; came to this county in 1789, and located in the southern part of Paris Precinct; his wife was Tabitha Clay, born Nov. 15, 1761; the father of the above was Littleberry Bedford, who was born in Charlotte County, Va., Jan. 1, 1769; be married Mattie Clay, born in Virginia Sept. 8, 1772; she bore thirteen children; the eldest was Thomas, who was born Oct. 25, 1790, and was killed in the war of 1812; the others in order of birth are: Henry, born Oct. 26, 1792, and married Patsey Dawson; Elizabeth, born Dec. 7,1794; she married Capt. Wash. Kennedy; William was born Dec. 7, 1796; Littleberry, born July 30, 1798; he married Sicily Rollins; Capt. John was born July 26, 1800, and married Sallie King; Augustin Volney, born Aug. 18,1802, and Franklin P., born May 14, 1805; he married Henrietta Clay; Benjamin C., born Aug. 17, 1807, and married Caroline Moran, afterwards Ann M. Garrard; Patsy, born Nov. 26, 1809, who was the wife of William Green Clay; Archibald M., born Feb. 25,1812, and married Elizabeth H. Bedford; Edwin G., born Aug. 27,1814, who married first to Margaret Garrard, then Lucy Degraftenreed; George M., whose name heads this page, is the youngest of the number; he was born May 19, 1817; who at the age of sixteen started in life upon his own account, having nothing to begin with, save his hands and a willing heart; Nov. 4,1840, he married Mary A. Bedford, who was born in this precinct Sept. 22, 1824, daughter of Benjamin F., who was a son of Benjamin, the pioneer; after Mr. Bedford's (George M.) marriage he farmed on rented land; in the fall of 1845, he located on the farm he now owns, where he has since (except two years), spent in Paris; has been among the prominent breeders of short-horn cattle and Cotswold sheep; he has 1,400 acres of land, all self acquired; his father died Aug. 7, 1829; mother, March 2,1864, in her ninety-second year; religiously, Mr. Bedford is not a member of any sect or denomination; he has five children: Mary E., Julia K., Maria V., George M., Jr., and Benjamin F., Jr.

Sources
1. History of Bourbon, Scott, Harrison and Nicholas Counties, Kentucky, ed. by William Henry Perrin, O. L. Baskin & Co., Chicago, 1882. pp. 448-449

Name: Alexander Hawes BEDFORD
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Birth: March 18, 1838, Bourbon County, Kentucky
Father: Benjamin Franklin BEDFORD (1799-1872)
Mother: Elizabeth Giles (Eleanor?) BUCKNER (1799-1840)

Spouses
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1: Ida R. TALBOTT
Birth: circa 1842, Bourbon County, Kentucky
Father: Samson Demoville TALBOTT (1809-)
Mother: Sarah Ann STEMMONS
Children: Dousie P.

ALEXANDER HAWES BEDFORD,1 farmer and stock raiser; P. O. Paris; was born in this precinct March 1, 1838, and is the youngest member of the family, born to Benjamin F. Bedford, Sr., and Ellen G. Buckner, his wife. Benjamin F., Sr., was born May 1799, on the farm now owned by Mrs. Sallie Cunningham, on the Winchester Pike. He was a son of Benjamin, a native of Virginia, who came to Kentucky about the year 1787. Ellen G. Buckner was born Nov. 2, 1799. The old family Bible, now in the possession of A. H., tells the following tale: Elizabeth H., born Nov. 12, 1819; Benjamin T., March 19, 1821; John C., Nov. 17, 1822; Mary A., Sept. 22, 1824 ; Henry P., April 10, 1826; Stephen, Jan. 17, 1829; Sarah E., Nov. 5, 1830; Franklin, Aug. 29, 1833; Hillory, Aug. 15, 1835; Alexander Hawes, March 1, 1838. A. H. was brought up a farmer, in which business he has since been engaged. He has a farm of 285 acres, which is stocked with Cotswold sheep and short-horn cattle. Nov. 29, 1869, he married Ida R., daughter of Samson D. and Sarah (Stemmons) Talbott, both natives of Kentucky. He was born in this county in 1809, son of Demoval Talbott, of Virginia. Sarah D. was a daughter of Martin and Charlotte (Glasscock) Stemmons. Mr. Bedford removed from the homestead to the place he now owns, after his rnarriage. He has one child, Dousie P. He and wife are members of the Christian Church.

Sources
1. History of Bourbon, Scott, Harrison and Nicholas Counties, Kentucky, ed. by William Henry Perrin, O. L. Baskin & Co., Chicago, 1882. p. 449.

Name: Benjamin Franklin BEDFORD Sr.
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Birth: August 23, 1830, Bourbon County, Kentucky
Death: October 28, 1897, Bourbon County, Kentucky Age: 67
Burial: Paris Cemetery, Paris, Kentucky
Occupation: Farmer
Father: Benjamin Coleman BEDFORD (1807-1876)
Mother: Caroline B. MORAN (1812-)

Spouses
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1: Elizabeth Quisenberry "Bettie" EVANS
Birth: September 1837, Kentucky
Death: April 24, 1925 Age: 87
Burial: Paris Cemetery, Paris, Kentucky
Father: Silas EVANS
Mother: Parmelia QUISENBERRY
Marriage: September 23, 1859
Children: Caroline Moran "Carrie" (1860-1936); Silas Evans (1863-1946); Richard Edward (1867-1928); Benjamin Franklin (1869-1930)

BENJAMIN F. BEDFORD,1 farmer and stock raiser; P. O. Paris; the proprietor of "Sweet Valley" farm; was born August 23d, 1830, in this precinct, on the farm now owned by John T. Woodford. The father of our subject was Benjamin Coleman Bedford; he married Caroline B. Moran, daughter of Edward B. and Letitia (Clay) Moran, both natives of Bourbon County. The father of our subject was born Aug. 17th, 1807, on the farm now owned by Mrs. Patsey Clay, which was first settled by Littleberry Bedford, the grandfather of Benjamin F. Two children were born to Benjamin C. Bedford and wife, of whom Benjamin F. is the eldest; Edward L., the younger brother, died in his 19th year. Benjamin C. was twice married; his second wife was Ann M. Garrard, born in this precinct, daughter of Gen. James Garrard. This union was crowned with four sons and two daughters, viz: Jephthah T., James, Thomas, Alpheus L., Nancy and Margaret; of the above, Jephthah and Thomas reside in Missouri; Alpheus located in Texas; James died, aged nineteen; both the girls,reside in Illinois, Macon County; Margaret married J. H. Pickrell, a prominent farmer and short-horn man; Nancy resides in Harristown, wife of Dr. J. L. Conelly. After the marriage of Benjamin C. Bedford, he located on the farm adjoining the homestead, where he remained but a short time, when he removed near Paris on the Houston, to a place settled by Johnnie Hamilton. Here he lived until 1865, when he located in Monroe County, Mo., but remained there but two years, then moved to Harristown, Ill., where he spent the remainder of his days, passing to his rest in 1877, having for many years been a consistent member of the Christian Church; was received into the church by Elder John A. Gano; and a member of the Masonic Order. He was for many years engaged in raising blooded stock, and encouraged by example and precept the growth and propagation of short-horn cattle: In 1833, by the death of his mother, Benjamin F. was left motherless at an early age. At the age of nineteen he embarked in business upon his own account; several of his boyhood years being spent with G. M. Moran, afterwards making his home at his father's. Sept. 6th, 1859, he formed a matrimonial alliance with Bettie Evans, born in Athens Precinct, Fayette County, daughter of Silas and Parmelia (Quisenberry), both natives of Kentucky. Silas was a son of Richard and Sarah Pullum. Ten children were born to Silas Evans, of whom eight grew to maturity. Silas Evans was born Sept. 4th, 1820, and died 1878., April 11th; his wife was born 1819, died Sept. 28th, 1858; both were members of the Baptist Church. Since 1859 Mr. Bedford has been a resident of the farm he now owns, consisting of 392 acres; original settler was Washington Kennedy. Mr. Bedford, since 1860, has been engaged in the breeding and growth of short-horns, of which he has a large herd. Has four children, Carrie M., Silas E., Richard E. and Benjamin F.

Sources
1. History of Bourbon, Scott, Harrison and Nicholas Counties, Kentucky, ed. by William Henry Perrin, O. L. Baskin & Co., Chicago, 1882. pp. 449-450.

Name: Archibald Coleman "Asa" BEDFORD
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Birth: 1800, Bourbon County, Kentucky
Death: 1869 Age: 69
Burial: Paris Cemetery, Paris, Kentucky
Father: Archibald BEDFORD (1769-1827)
Mother: Lettie CLAY (1782-1827)

Spouses
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1: Susan BYRNS
Death: February 22, 1840
Burial: Missouri
Father: James BYRNS
Marriage: June 26, 1830, Fayette County, Kentucky
Children: Henry C. (1833-1872); James William (1836-1916); James (1838-)
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2: Lucinda HEDGES
Birth: 1819
Marriage: November 3, 1843, Bourbon County, Kentucky
Children: Mary Catherine (1847-1899)
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3: Ellen
Birth: 1822, Kentucky
Marriage:before 1860

ASA COLMAN BEDFORD,1 deceased, was born in Bourbon County, son of Archie Bedford, whose wife was a Miss Clay. Asa Colman was thrice married; first to .Susan Burns, second time to Lucinda Hedges; his third wife was Mrs. Hawkins. The only child by his second wife was Mary Kate, now the wife of Felix Lowry of this Precinct. She was born in Middletown Precinct in 1847, her mother died young; she was reared by her stepmother. July 14, 1870, she married Mr. Lowry, son of Dr. George G. and Nancy (Bruce) Lowry, of Fleming County, formerly of Virginia. After the marriage of Mr. and Mrs. Lowry, they resided about two years in Fleming, afterwards removed to this county, where they have about 200 acres of land, removing on the same in December, 1875. They have two children, Lucy and Kate.

Sources
1. History of Bourbon, Scott, Harrison and Nicholas Counties, Kentucky, ed. by William Henry Perrin, O. L. Baskin & Co., Chicago, 1882. p. 450.

Name: Capt. Harry Povall BEDFORD Sr.
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Birth: April 10, 1826, Bourbon County, Ky.
Death: December 10, 1912, Music, Carter County, Ky. Age: 86
Burial: Paris Cemetery, Paris, Kentucky
Father: Benjamin Franklin BEDFORD (1799-1872)
Mother: Elizabeth Giles (Eleanor?) BUCKNER (1799-1840)

Spouses
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1: Mary Susan EWALT
Birth: January 29, 1831, Bourbon County, Ky.
Death: October 12, 1900, Carter County, Ky. Age: 69
Burial: Paris Cemetery, Paris, Kentucky
Father: Samuel EWALT (1792-1878)
Mother: Cynthia PUGH (1795-1833)
Marriage: April 6, 1852
Children: Margaret Brent (1852-1854); Elizabeth W. (Lizzie) (1854-1932); Thomas Ewalt (1858-); Harry Ewalt (1859-); Anna Pugh (1860-); Harry Povall (1863-1898); William B. (1868-1936); Benjamin F. (1868-); Mary Hawes (1870-); Eleanor Buckner (1873-1941)

HARRY BEDFORD,1 farmer; P. O. Shawhan. Soon after the settlement of Lexington and Boonesborough, a family came to this county from Caroline County, Va., by the name of Bedford, the head of which was Benjamin, his wife's maiden name being Tabitha Clay; they settled in the then wild country and reared a large family; one of the sons being named Benjamin F., born in December, 1799, who received a very fine education, especially in mathematics and surveying. Benjamin F., like his father, gave his whole attention to the development of his farm; he married Miss Eleanor Buckner, who came with her parents from Virginia; she died abut 1836, leaving a family of ten children; he married the second time and died in his seventy-fifth year. Harry, the subject of this sketch, was born April 10, 1826; in his 20th year he began clerking, but the Mexican war being inaugurated, he enlisted in the service, and served throughout that struggle, when he return to Bourbon County and clerked in a store in Paris five years; he then engaged in the grocery business until 1856, when he was elected Sheriff, and after serving his term in that position, commenced farming, at which he has continued since; when the late war broke out, he espoused the cause of the South, first being in the secret service, and afterward Captain of Co. C., Fifth Cavalry, being in the service three years. He was married in March, 1853, to Miss Mary Ewalt, daughter of Samuel Ewalt, of Bourbon, and has nine children: Elizabeth W., Thomas, Ewalt, Anna Pugh, Harry, Wm. B., Benjamin, Mary H. and Eleanor B.; he is a Mason and a Democrat.

Mount Lookout, Captain Harry Bedford House; ca. 1850-60 2

Sources
1. Perrin, pp. 451-452
2. Historic Architecture of Borbon County Kentucky by Walter E.Langstrom and William Gus Johnson, Historic Paris-Bourbon County, Inc., The Kentucky Heritage Council, 1985, p. 55.

Name: Bruce CHAMP
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Spouses
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1: Jennie E. MILLER
Father: John A. MILLER
Marriage: February 17, 1866
Children: Walter T. (1868-); W. Swift (1876-)

BRUCE CHAMP,1 Editor; P. O. Paris; was born near Millersburg, and spent his early life upon the farm. Upon the 9th of Jilly, 1861, he enlisted in the 2d Ky. Infantry, Company F, Capt. Harvey McDowell, and Colonel Roger Hanson.. He was captured at Fort Donelson, at the surrender of the garrison and sent to Camp Morton, and escaped after a short confinement; returning to the service, he attached himself temporarily to Gen'l Morgan's command; two days later he was in the engagement at Hartsville, Tenn., in which his Infantry Reg. took part. After the battle he joined his old command, and with that took part in the battles of Stone River, Jackson, Miss., Chickamauga, Mission Ridge, Buzzard's Roost Gap, Resaca, and at Dallas, Ga., where he was captured in May, 1864, and sent to Rock Island, where he remained until the close of the war, when he returned home and engaged in farming. He was married Feb. 17, 1866, to Miss Jennie E. Miller, daughter of John A. Miller; by her he has had four children, two of whom died in infancy. Those living are Walter T., born Sept. 6, 1868, and W. Swift, Nov. 22d, 1876. In 1870 Mr. Champ left the farm and went to Millersburg, where be engaged in mercantile pursuits, in which he was unfortunate after a continuance of about four years. He then engaged in job printing until the organization of the firm of Champ & Roby, early in 1881, as editors and proprietors of the Bourbon News. Soon after it fell into the hands of Mr. Champ. He continued this publication until early in March, 1882, when he moved his office to Paris, and began the publication of a semi-weekly.

Sources
1. Perrin, p. 452

Name: John CALDWELL
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Birth: March 15, 1817, Cynthiana, Kentucky
Father: Samuel J. CALDWELL (-1831)
Mother: Sophia ROBERSON

JOHN CALDWELL,1 auctioneer and salesman; P. O. Paris; is a grandson of William Caldwell, the "pioneer." He was a native of the North of Ireland, and emigrated to America -prior to the Revolutionary Wari in which he participated, and was wounded at the battle of Brandywine. He was among the hardy pioneers who came to Kentucky when the buffalo and other wild game were plentiful. He located on the Houston, one mile West of the Court House. Some of the land he then purchased is now occupied by the Cemetery and Fair Grounds. He was one among the first merchants in Paris, and finally he removed to the place above described, and engaged in farming and distilling; lands he then purchased for a mere trifle will now command hundreds of dollars per acre. He died about the year 1829, aged seventy-five years; he had but one son, Samuel J., who was the father of John; his daughters were: Ann E., wife of Dr. Joseph Holt, who was well known as a physician and politician; as a stump speaker he was also well known; Sallie married Benjamin Warfield; Betsey, Samuel Hall; Lucretia, wife of Luther Smith, who was the founder of Houston Seminary. Samuel Caldwell, father of John, was raised in Paris and clerked in a store; upon coming to maturity he went to Cynthiana, Harrison County, where he married Sophia, daughter of Littleton Roberson, a native of Virginia and an early settler in Harrison County, Ky. Samuel Caldwell served two terms under Capt. Garrard, in the war of 1812; his death occurred in 1831, at the age of forty. He had but two children born to him: William and John; the former went to California, and there died in 1850. John was born March 15, 1817, in Cynthiana, and came to Bourbon County when a young man, and has since been well known in the county as an auctioneer, being one of the oldest auctioneers in the county, having no superior as a salesman.

Sources
1. Perrin, p. 452

Name: Walter CLARK
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Father: Edwin CLARK (1807-1878)
Mother: Patsy SIMPSON

Spouses
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1: Mattie EDWARDS
Birth: Bourbon County, Kentucky
Father: Ossian EDWARDS (1827-1869)
Mother: Patsy KENNEDY (1830-1905)
Marriage: April 27, 1881
Children: Walter Ray; Wallace; Patsy

WALTER CLARK,1 livery; was born 1859 in Centerville Precinct; son of Edwin and Patsey (Simpson) Clark; he is a native of Virginia; born in 1807 and died 1878; she was born in the county, daughter of John and Susan Simpson; Walter was raised to farming pursuits. April 27th, 1881, he married Mattie Edwards, daughter of Oscar and Patsey (Kennedy) Edwards; Oct. 6th, 1881, he engaged in the livery business, in partnership with his brother-in-law, Oscar Edwards; the stable, situated on Main street opposite the post office, is well located for trade and is doing a large business, having accomodation. for 100 horses, and facilities for dispensing horspitality to all who favor them with their patronage, and at the lowest possible rates. Mr. Clark is a member of the Baptist Church; his wife of the Reformed.

Sources
1. Perrin, p. 452

Name: Samuel "Graybeard" CLAY
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Birth: April 8, 1815
Death: February 14, 1888 Age: 72
Father: COL Henry CLAY IV (1779-1863)
Mother: Margaret "Peggy" HELM (-1863)

Spouses
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1: Nancy Tucker WORNALL
Birth: January 16, 1816
Death: July 26, 1899 Age: 83
Father: COL Thomas WORNALL (1775-1838)
Mother: Sarah RYON (1777-1854)
Marriage: November 22, 1836
Children: Thomas Henry (1840-1926); Susan Elizabeth (1846-1880); James Eldred (1850-1910); Alfred

SAMUEL CLAY,1 farmer and stockraiser; P. O. Paris. This gentleman is the largest land owner, and one of the most successful agriculturists in Bourbon County. He was born in this Precinct April 8, 1815, son of Colonel Henry Clay, a native of Virginia (his wife's maiden name was Helm), who emigrated to this county from the Old Dominion about the year 1785. He came here with his father, Samuel Clay, when a lad of eight years. He was a successful farmer. To Henry Clay, Jr., was born twelve children; eleven grew to maturity. The eldest was Henry; then in order of birth were John, Sallie, Joseph, Letitia, Henrietta, Elizabeth, Samuel, Mary, Frank, and Matt M., all of whom settled in this county. Sallie married Wm. Buckner; Letitia became the wife of Dan'l Bedinger. Henrietta married three times; first to Mr. Bedford, by whom she had one son, Frank. Her second husband was Robert Scott, by whom she had one child. Her third husband was E. S. Dudley. Elizabeth married Douglas P. Lewis, Mary married E. S. Dudley, the husband of Henreitta. In 1836 our subject married Nancy T. Wornall, who was born January 16, 1816, in Clark County. She was a daughter of Thomas and Sallie (Ryan) Wornall. Thomas was the son of Roby and Edie Wornall, who was a native of Virginia. At the time Mr. Clay started in business for himself, his father gave him 440 acres of land. From this start he has added to it until he now owns over 7,000 in this county, and several thousand in counties adjoining. Mr. Clay is a tireless worker, and believes in the adage that it is better to wear out than rust out, and his career has been one of unusual success. He has had four children : Thomas H., Susan E., wife of Cassius Clay. She died in 1879, leaving four children. James E. resides on farm adjoining.

Samuel Clay, of "Marchemont," born April 8, 18 15 ; married, in 1836, Nancy T. Wornall, daughter of Thomas and Sally Ryan Wornall. Inheriting about four hundred acres of land from his father, he possessed, at the time of his death, February 14, 1888, many thousand valuable acres. This fortune was acquired without speculation, and was the result of indomitable energy and fine judgment, coupled with keen executive ability. His aged wife, a noble helpmeet, is still living at "Chasteney Park," Bourbon County.2

Sources
1. Perrin, p. 453
2. Smith, Zachary; Clay, Mrs. Mary Rogers. The Clay Family. Filson Club Publication No. 14. Louisville, Kentucky: John P. Morton and Company, 1899, p. 152.

Name: Capt. H. M. CARPENTER
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Birth: March 9, 1842, Carlisle, Kentucky
Father: Dr. J. H. CARPENTER (1815-)
Mother: Mary MARTIN (1821-)

Spouses
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1: Mary OSBORNE
Father: Charles OSBORNE (1808-)
Mother: Melvina WALTON (1810-)
Marriage: January 1866

CAPT. H. M. CARPENTER,1 farmer; P. O. Paris; the owner and proprietor of "Prospect Hill" was born in Carlisle, Nicholas County, March 9, 1842; son of Dr. J. H. Carpenter and Mary Martin. Our subject remained at home until the outbreak of the war, when he donned the "gray" and enlisted in the 2nd Ky. Infantry, Co. F, July, 1861, and served until the close, coming out with the rank of Captain, having passed through the different grades of rank until he was placed in command of his company; he participated in all the battles in which his regiment was engaged, and was thrice wounded, and at Fort Donelson was taken prisoner and confined in Federal prison for eight months, and upon his release joined his command and did effective service as an officer, and manifested his allegiance to the cause he espoused by four years of active service; upon his return home from the war he resumed agricultural pursuits, and was married the following year, Jan., 1866, to Mary Osborne, daughter of Charles and Melvina (Walton) Osborne; he was born 1808, in Charlotte County, Va.; she, 1810, in Mason County, Ky.; the parents of Charles were Daniel and Martha (Morgan) Osborne; the parents of Melvina were John and Susan (Anderson) Walton; shortly after the marriage of Mr. Carpenter, he moved to Mason County, this State, and engaged in farming; remaining here until March, 1881, when he located on the Douglass Lewis farm, which he now owns, consisting of 230 acres of choice land; his residence for location is one of the finest in the country; of seven children born to him, five are living, viz: Ida M., Melvina, Judith R., Maude and John Walton; the father of H. M. was born Sept. 24, 1815, in Fleming County, Ky.; son of William, who married a Miss Wilson. William Carpenter was a native of New York, and of English descent; the mother of our subject, Mary Martin, was born March 10, 1821, in Nicholas County; daughter of Edmond and Rebecca (Stitt) Martin; eight children were born to William Carpenter, viz: William, Sallie, John, Amanda, Julia, J. H., Flemming and Jane; Flemming settled in Nodaway County, Mo., all others in Nicholas County; J. H. continued a constant resident in Nicholas County until October 1881, when he located in Lafayette County, Mo., and is engaged in farming, and in the occasional practice of his profession; ten children were born to him, viz: James A., William, Laura, James, Edmond, Ella, Sanford, Mattie, Beauregard and H. M.; Mattie married to Conway; William and James reside in Mason County; Sanford, in Nicholas; Edmond, in Florida; H. M. in Bourbon County; the others are deceased; Mr. and Mrs. Carpenter are members of the Christian Church; Mrs. Carpenter's father was an Elder of that organization for forty years.

Sources
1. Perrin, p. 453

Name: Colonel Ezekiel Field CLAY
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Birth: December 1, 1840
Father: Brutus Junius CLAY
Mother: Amelia FIELD (1812-1843)

Spouses
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1: Maria Letitia WOODFORD
Birth: 1843
Death: 1900 Age: 57
Father: John Thornton WOODFORD (1812-1892)
Mother: Elizabeth Hawes BUCKNER (1821-1904)
Marriage: May 8, 1866
Children: Ezekial Field (1871-); Woodford (1873-); Brutus J. (1875-); Buckner (1877-); Amelia Field; Mary Catesby (1883-)

COL. E. F. CLAY,1 farmer and stock-raiser ; P. O. Paris. The proprietor of Runneymede, was born on the old homestead, Dec. 1, 1841, youngest child of Brutus J. and Amelia Field Clay. He was raised upon the homestead and began a thorough education, being a student for sometime, under B. B. Sayre; also attended school at Harrisburg, with a view to graduation, when the war broke out ; he cast his lot with the 1st Kentucky Mounted Riflemen, entering the ranks as private, afterwards chosen Captain, and rose to Lieutenant Colonel, and had command of his regiment, and remained with his command until the close of the war; and in justice to Col. Clay, it can be truthfully said, that no truer or more valiant soldier entered the Confederate service than he. He was nine months prisoner on Johnson's Island. Lost his right eye in an engagement, otherwise came out unscathed. The year following the close of the war, he married Mary L. Woodford, daughter of John T. Woodford, of this precinct ; the year of his marriage located on the farm he now owns, which contains 425 acres, best known as the Garrard Place, situated on the Paris Townsend Pike. In 1867, he commenced the breeding of short-horns, which he continued until 1875. Since that time has been quite prominently engaged in the breeding of thoroughbred race-borses, having a track and stables upon the grounds upon his premises, for their use and training. Colonel Clay is fond of the chase, and with his dogs and gun, and in company with boon companions, he makes frequent trips to hunting and fishing resorts. In his business relations is attentive and looks well to his interests, and in all matters of public interest is ever ready to do his part. Has five children : Ezekiel, Woodford, Brutus J., Buckner and Amelia.

Ezekiel Field Clay was born in Bourbon County December 1, 1840, and resides at "Runnymede," his beautiful country-seat, in the midst of happiness and prosperity. He married, May 8, 1866, Mary L., the accomplished daughter of John T. Woodford and his wife, Elizabeth Buckner, the granddaughter of Colonel Henry Clay, of Bourbon County.

Colonel E. F. Clay was a student at Kentucky University when war was declared in 1861, and at once enlisted in the First Kentucky Mounted Riflemen, Confederate States Army, as a private. Later he organized a company, of which he was chosen Captain, with William Talbott, Harry Clay, and James T. Rogers, of "New Forest," as Lieutenants. Afterward was promoted Lieutenant- Colonel, and commanded his regiment until the close of the war. Colonel Clay was seriously wounded and taken prisoner at Puncheon Creek, Magoffin County, and remained at Johnson's Island for nine months. He was a brave and gallant soldier. His regiment was a part of General Humphrey Marshall's Command, Department of Southwestern Virginia and Eastern Kentucky.2

Sources
1. Perrin, pp. 453-454
2. Smith, Zachary; Clay, Mrs. Mary Rogers. The Clay Family. Filson Club Publication No. 14. Louisville, Kentucky: John P. Morton and Company, 1899, p. 172.

Name: Martha "Patsy" Povall BEDFORD
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Birth: November 26, 1809, Bourbon County, Kentucky
Death: March 19, 1897 Age: 87
Burial: Paris Cemetery, Paris, Kentucky
Father: Littleberry BEDFORD (1769-1829)
Mother: Mattie CLAY (1772-1864)

Spouses
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1: William Green CLAY
Birth: January 1, 1810, Bourbon County, Kentucky
Death: April 17, 1855 Age: 45
Father: Samuel CLAY (1761-)
Mother: Ann Nancy WINN
Marriage: October 6, 1829, Bourbon County, Kentucky
Children: Thomas Edwin (1830-1912); Maria Elizabeth; William Green "Willie" (1842-1862); Mattie Virginia; Sidney Bedford (1847-1918); George (Died as Infant)

MRS. PATSY P. CLAY,1 farming; P. O. Paris; is the relict of Wm. Green Clay, who was born in this county Jan. 1, 1810; son of Samuel Clay and Nancy Winn. The grandfather of Green Clay was Henry, who was a native of Virginia, and from him have descended a numerous progeny. The above was born on the farm she now owns, Nov. 26, 1809; she is the second daughter of Littleberry and Mattie Clay Bedford, October 6, 1829, was the date of the marriage of Wm. Green Clay to Patsey P. Bedford. They first located near Paris, where they lived years. After which they located in Paris, remaining there about eight years. In March, 1846, they located on the Bedford homestead, where Mrs. Clay has since resided. Mr. Clay departed this life April 17, 1855, since which time she has borne his name, and conducted the farm, in conjuction with her sons' assistance. Of the children born to Mr. and Mrs. Clay are Thomas, Maria E., George L., William G., Virginia, Sidney B. and Mattie V. Thomas E. and Sidney remain on the homestead with their mother. Maria E. became the wife of William R. Colcord, and resides in Kansas, having three sons and one daughter, viz: Charles, William, Harry and Maria L. Mattie V. married Francis H. Donaldson, who is now railroad official in Cambridge, Indiana. They have three children, viz: Anna M., Francis H. and Elizabeth G. William G. was among the number who went out to battle for his principles, and died in the defense of the same, June 7, 1862, in Tazewell Co. Va., while wearing the "gray." He was a youth of much promise, and bid fair to attain for himself a bright and promising career had he been spared. Mrs. Clay, in company with her sons, occupy the homestead where she is spending the remainder of her days in comfort and happiness, with her books and papers, of which she is a great reader.

Sources
1. Perrin, p. 454

Name: Brutus Junius CLAY
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Father: General Green CLAY (1757-1828)
Mother: Sally LEWIS (1776-1867)

Spouses
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1: Amelia FIELD
Birth: November 2, 1812
Death: July 31, 1843 Age: 30
Father: FIELD
Marriage: February 10, 1835
Children: Martha (1832-); Christopher Field (1835-); Green (1839-); Ezekiel Field (1840-)

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2: Ann FIELD
Birth: February 12, 1822
Death: April 16, 1881 Age: 59
Father: FIELD
Marriage: November 8, 1844
Children: Cassius M.

Honorable Brutus J. Clay was born July 1, 1808, in Madison County, Kentucky; educated at Centre College, Danville; settled in Bourbon, where he was prominently interested in agriculture and developing choice breeds of stock. In 1840 he was elected to the legislature; later was President of the Bourbon County Agricultural Association for many years, and did much toward making famous the productions and hospitality of the Bluegrass region. Many remember the active interest of Mr. and Mrs. Clay and their accomplished daughter in the various exhibitions. At that time the president, directors, and other wealthy citizens had cottages upon the grounds, and entertained generously and elegantly the strangers and visitors within their gates. Mr. Clay represented the Ashland District in the Thirty-eighth Congress, where, because of his practical experience and fine judgment, he was made Chairman of the Committee of Agriculture. He was also a member of the Committee on Revolutionary Pensions.1

HON. BRUTUS J. CLAY,2 farmer and stockraiser, deceased; P. 0. Paris; was one of the prominent representatives of Bourbon County, and one of its honored citizens. He belongs to a numerous family, who trace their ancestry from Eugland to the Old Dominion, thence to Kentucky, where the younger members of the family have became identified. According to an account carefully written by Green Clay, the father of the above, Sept. 12, 1784, is gleaned the following : The family trace their name to one John Clay, a native of England, who came to America as a British Grenadier, during Bacon's Rebellion; from him have descended all the different members of the Clay family. In direct line from the above was John, who was born in Virginia, where he married, and was the father of four sons, one of whom went North, one South, the others lived and died in Virginia, to-wit : Henry and Charles Clay, of Amelia County, Va. , In direct line comes Henry, who married Mary Mitchell; by her had four sons and several daughters; the sons were William, Henry, Charles and John, who was the grandfather of Henry Clay, of Ashland. Next in order comes Charles, who was born Jan. 31, 1716. He married Martha Green, who bore him eleven children : Mrs. Mary Locket, Eliza, Charles, Henry, Thomas (who was the grandfather of Senator Thomas T. McCreery), Eliza (Murray), Lucy (Thaxton), Matt (Congressman from Tennessee), Green Priscilla,-Mary (Lewis). Green Clay, next in order of descent, was born Aug. 14, 1757; he married Sallie Lewis; by her had six children, viz : Sidney, Brutus J., Cassius M., Betsey (Smith), Pauline, Rodes and Sallie Johnson. Brutus J. Clay, who is next in descent, was born July 1, 1808, in Madison Countv Ky; he graduated at Center College, and in 1837 settled in Bourbon County, where he en-aged quite extensively in stock-raising, being at one time one of the most extensive fine stockraisers in Central Kentucky; 1840, was elected to the State Legislature, and about the same time was elected President of the Bourbon County Agricultural Society, and in 1853 was elected President of the State Agricultural Society, and was honored with a reelection, serving in this capacity eight years in all, declining to serve longer. In 1860, was elected to the Legislature; was elected to the Thirty-eighth Congress, serving as Chairman on the Committee of Agriculture, and as a member of the Convention on Revolutionary Pensions. He was a successful farmer, his farm being one of the best improved in the county. His wife was Anna M. Field, whose offspring was Cassius M., the present incumbent of the homestead. He was born March 26, 1846 ; he married Sue E. Clay, daughter of Samuel Clay; she died, leaving him four children: Junius B., Samuel H., Annie L. and Sue E. Cassius M. represented his county in the Legislature in 1872, and was re-elected, and like his father, is a model farmer.

Sources
1. Smith, Zachary; Clay, Mrs. Mary Rogers. The Clay Family. Filson Club Publication No. 14. Louisville, Kentucky: John P. Morton and Company, 1899, p. 120.
2. Perrin, p. 454, 457

Name: Robert CLARK
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Birth: January 5, 1819, Paris, Bourbon County, Kentucky
Death: 1886 Age: 66
Father: Robert CLARK II (1780-1857)
Mother: Elizabeth WALLS (1792-1820)

Spouses
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1: Sarah Ruth WARD
Birth: March 26, 1824
Death: January 17, 18712 Age: 46
Father: James WARD (1777-1852)
Mother: Martha WRIGHT (1787-1854)
Marriage: December 1, 1840
Children: Martha Elizabeth (1842-1898); John Franklin (1844-1894); William (1848-1852); William Hervey (1853-1930)

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2: Elvira MORRISON
Father: Hial A. MORRISON
Mother: Mary A.

ROBERT CLARK,1 farmer; P. O. Paris; first saw the light of day Jan. 5, 1819, on the farm he now owns; son of Robert Clark, who was born 1780, in Virginia. His parents were Robert and Elizabeth (Gay) Clark, which couple emigrated to Kentucky 1784, locating on the farm now owned by his grandson, Robert; here he remained until his death; his son Robert succeeded him, and married Elizabeth Walls, by whom he had three children: Lucinda, John and Robert. The father of our subject died 1857, on the homestead farm upon which his successor was raised. His education was such as the common schools afforded. His time was taken up in the farm duties when not at school. Dec. 1, 1840, he married Sarah R. Ward, a native of this county, daughter of James Ward and Martha Wright-she a daughter of James Wright, of Virginia. Mrs. Clark died Jan. 17, 1871, leaving three children to mourn her departure. Martha E. married R. P. Barrett, of this precinct. Feb. 21, 1872, Mr. Clark married Mrs. Elvira Stout, relict of Jacob Stout, whose father was Thomas. Jacob Stout died 1866, leaving one child, Cora J. Mrs. Clark's maiden name was Morrison, daughter of Hial A. and Mary A. Morrison. To Robert Clark, the grandfather of the above, was born ten children, who grew up, of whom were John and William, who were soldiers in the war of 1812, both losing their lives in that struggle. Mr. Clark is not a member of any church organization, but a member of the Masonic Order, being a Master Mason and Royal Arch. His farm consists of 600 acres; his home is called "Springdale," situated on Clark's Branch. While Mr. Clark has not made a specialty of thoroughbredstock, yet keeps nothing but thoroughbred males, and thus raises a high grade of stock.

Sources
1. Perrin, p. 457
2. James Wilson Wright, Sr., Genealogy, p. 7, lists death date as January 5, 1871.

Name: M. C. CHAPLINE
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Father: Samuel H. CHAPLINE

Spouses
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1: Margaret Helm LEWIS
Father: Douglas Payne LEWIS (1804-1867)
Mother: Rachel Elizabeth CLAY (1812->1899)
Marriage: January 1865
Children: Lewis Loring; Elizabeth; Mary Loring

M. C. CHAPLINE,1 dairyman; P. O. Paris; was born in Ohio County, W. Va., Nov. 2, 1828, son of Samuel H., brother of Gen. Moses Chapline. The Chapline family are cotemporaneous with the early history of Wheeling, as was also Noah Zane, who married in the Chapline family. The subject of these lines was left fatherless at an early age ; upon his arriving at manhood, he engaged in a cotton manufactory at Wheeling; he was one of the proprietors of the Franklin Cotton Mill, where he was engaged until 1854, wben he went to Philadelphia, where he engaged in business, and remained there until 1877, when he came to this county, and engaged in the whisky business. In 1879, he purchased the Lysle farm, just outside of the limits of Paris, at the junction of the Humes and the Lexington and Paris Pike, where he now resides. His farm cost him $155 per acre. He is engaged in farming and is running the dairy business, having about thirty-five cows. In January, 1865, he married Margaret Lewis, daughter of Douglas Lewis and Elizabeth Clay. Douglas Lewis was born Aug. 4, 1804, in this State. Dec. 23, 1830, he married Elizabeth Payne Clay, daughter of Colonel Henry Clay, of this county. Douglas Lewis, was among the prominent citizens of Bourbon County, and was a Representative in the Legislature. He died Oct. 26, 1867, having been a man that was well known throughout the county where he had been a constant resident. He had several children born him, which are scattered about in the different parts of the country. Douglas resides in Covington; Stephen in Arkansas; Thomas died in 1881; Asa resides at Blue Springs, in Nicholas County; Frank in this county; Howard also in this county. Elizabeth, wife of Mr. Howard, of Montgomery County, and Margaret Helm, wife of Mr. Chapline, and Mary E., wife of Frank Armstrong, of this county. Mr. Chapline is a member of the Knights of Honor.

Sources
1. Perrin, p. 457

Name: General John T. CROXTON
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Birth: 1829 Paris, Bourbon County, Kentucky
Death: 1872 Bolivia Age: 43
Occupation: Major-General In Civil War; Minister To Bolivia
Father: Henry CROXTON (1807-1868)
Mother: Anne K. REDMON (1816-1878)

Spouses
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1: Caroline A. ROGERS
Birth: July 13, 1833
Father: Nathaniel Purviance ROGERS (1807-1863)
Mother: Nancy A. MORAN (1813-1846)
Marriage: April 1860
Children: Henry Rogers; Annie Barres Deguerra

GEN. JOHN T. CROXTON,1 deceased; lawyer and soldier; P. O. Paris. Among the citizens of Bourbon County who are worthy of an honorable mention, is the above named gentleman, who was born near Paris in 1829; son of Henry and Ann K. (Redmon) Croxton; Henry was a native of Virginia, and, upon his migration to this State, located at Houston Dale, on the farm now owned by James Hall; his son, John T., was educated at Yale College, graduating with honors in 1857; afterwards began the study of law under James Robinson; after his license was granted he went South, where he engaged in teaching in Mississippi for a short time, when he returned to Paris, and in 1859 began the practice of his profession; upon the outbreak of the war he raised a regiment of men, known as the 4th Kentucky Infantry, which he commanded; he continued in service until the close of the war, serving with distinction, and rose from one rank to another until he was brevetted Major-General. After the close of the war he went South and was made Provincial Governor. He afterwards engaged in the culture of' cotton; upon his return to Bourbon County he engaged in the practice of his profession and carried on farming; he practiced in the Federal Courts, and was a successful lawyer; the confinement of his office and his close application to his profession conduced to impair his health, and in order to recuperate, he accepted the position as Minister to Bolivia, and removed his family there in 1872, and died the following year. He was a staunch Republican, and stood. firmly by its principles, and was one of the pillars of the party in Kentucky, and worthy of any honor within the gift of the Republican Commonwealth, he being possessed of all the qualifications that pertain to a truly first-class gentleman, and a member of the Masonic fraternity of high order. In April, 1860, he married Carrie R. Rogers, daughter of Nathaniel and Nancy (Moran) Rogers. Mrs. Croxton resides on her farm near Paris; by Mr. Croxton she had two children: Henry Rogers and Annie Barres Deguerra.

Notes on Caroline A. Rogers:
Caroline A. Rogers, born July, 1833, was a woman of wonderful gentleness and dignity of character. She married, April, 1860, John T. Croxton (son of Henry and Ann (Redman) Croxton), who was graduated with honor from Yale College in 1857; studied law under Governor James Robinson, and began the practice of his profession in Paris, Kentucky, in 1859; was commissioned by President Lincoln Lieutenant Colonel of the Fourth Kentucky, United States Army; served with distinction throughout the Civil War, and rose from one rank to another until he was brevetted Major General; was appointed by President Grant, in 1872, Minister to Bolivia, dying there in 1873.2

Sources
1. Perrin, pp. 457-458
2. The Clay Family, p. 213.

Name: Capt. Matthew Martin CLAY
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Death: 1863, Bourbon County, Kentucky
Military: Civil War
Military Memo: Commanded a company of the Twenty-first Kentucky Infantry, on the Union side, during the War.
Father: COL Henry CLAY IV (1779-1863)
Mother: Peggy HELM (-1863)

Spouses
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1: Mary LEWIS
Father: Asa K. LEWIS
Mother: Anne Elizabeth LINDSAY

CAPT. M. M. CLAY,1 farmer and stockraiser; P. O., Paris; is the twelfth child born to Col. Henry Clay and Peggie Helm. Col. Henry Clay was one of the leading and representative men in Bourbon County in his time, having been associated with the county since its first organization, he having come to this part of the country with his father, Henry Clay, when a lad of tender years, and for some time lived in a stockade which was situated in the south part of this precinct; he served in the war of 1812, and was one of the staunch and enterprising men of the county, and possessed noble qualities of mind and heart. He died in 1863, in the 84th year of his age. Three of his sons are yet residents of the county, viz: Henry Samuel, Francis P., and M. M.; Sallie married William Buckner; Elizabeth, Douglass P. Lewis. The subject of these lines was raised upon the homestead, in his precinct, and has since (.with the exception of three years spent in Arkansas) been a resident of the county. In 1843 he married Mary, daughter of Judge Asa K. Lewis, of Clark County, this State; his wife died June, 1879, leaving no issue. In the fall of 1861, Mr. Clay raised Company C., and went forth with it and joined the 21st Ky. Infantry; he now owns the Scott farm, adjacent to Paris, which is beautiful for situation. Mr. Clay in years past was interested in short-horns; more recently in trotting horses. He is one of the public spirited men of the county.

Sources
1. Perrin, p. 458

Name: William P. CHAMBERS
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Birth: June 13, 1842, Louisville, Kentucky
Father: J. Sprigg CHAMBERS
Mother: Martha PHILLIPS (1816-)

Spouses
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1: Kate DUNCAN
Father: James DUNCAN
Mother: Mary C. WILLIAMS
Children: James D.

WM. P. CHAMBERS,1 merchant; P. O. Paris; was born June 13, 1842, in Louisville, Ky., and since 1839 has been identified with the business interests of this place. In December, 1865, he married Kate, daughter of James and Mary C. (Williams) Duncan. James was a son of Major Jerry Duncan, a farmer who was an old resident of the County of Bourbon. Mary Williams was a daughter of Major George W. Williams, a lawyer and a man of prominence in his profession. W. P. and Kate Chambers have one son, James D., born Oct. 1881. W. P. is a son of J. Sprigg Chambers, born in Mason County, Ky., Oct. 30, 1810; his wife was Martha Phillips, born Dec. 21, 1816; they were married Feb. 6, 1834, at Maysville; she (Martha), was a daughter of W. B. Phillips, a merchant and prominent business man of Mason County, Ky. The, paternal grandsire of W. P. was Hon. John Chambers, who was born Oct. 6, 1780, in New Jersey. In 1794 he was brought to Kentucky, and for several years lived in Washington, Mason Co. He received a thorough education, completing the same at Transylvania University, at Lexington. From 1797 to 1800 was a Deputy in the Court. He begun the practice of his profession in 1800. In 1812 he served in that war as Major, and Aide to General Harrison at the battle of the Thames; was elected to the Legislature in 1812, and re-elected several times. Was for some time Commonwealth Attorney; served in Congress from 1828 to 1829, and from 1835 to 1839; was offered a seat in the Court of Appeals in 1832; in 1835 he accepted an appointment of Associate Judge of the Court from the Governor, but resigned on account of ill health. From 1841 to 1845 he served as Governor of the Territory of Iowa. Gov. Chambers died in Paris, Ky., Sept. 21, 1852.

Sources
1. Perrin, p. 458

Name: Garrett DAVIS
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GARRETT DAVIS.1 Among the list of the illustrious dead of Kentucky, no name has passed into history, bearing with it greater honors as a statesman, a patriot, and an honest and faithful servant of the cause of liberty, the Union and his State, than the lamented Garrett Davis. Living, as he did, from the early morn until the eventide of the nineteenth century, at a time when the nation most needed men of stalwart principle and sterling integrity, Garrett Davis filled the busy years of his faithful life full of noble deeds and heroic, unfaltering labor for the nation's good, and that of his native State, and fearlessly battled for what, in his unprejudiced mind, seemed right. The following brief statement of facts concerning his useful and eventful life, are gleaned from a published volume of Memorial Addresses on his Life and Character, delivered in the Senate and House of Representatives of the Forty-second Congress of the United States, Dec. 18, 1872, upon which occasion eulogies were delivered by Senators Stevenson of Kentucky, Cameron of Pennsylvania, Thurman of Ohio, Sumner of Massachusetts, Bayard of Delaware, Trainbull of Illinois, and many other noted statesmen. Garrett Davis was a native of Kentucky; he was born at Mount Sterling, Sept. 10, 1801. His father and mother emigrated from Montgomery Co., Maryland, to the county of the same name in Kentucky. His mother was a Miss Garrett-a family widely known in Maryland, and it was from her family that he derived his baptismal name. His father was a man of marked character; to energy and industry he added strong will and great personal popularity. He was for many years the Sheriff of his adopted county, and several times represented his district in the lower branches of the General Assembly of Kentucky. Garrett Davis was one of three brothers. The brilliant talents of two of them, also long since departed this life, are still remembered in Kentucky. Garrett enjoyed the advantages of what is known in Kentucky as a common school education. His early years were, however, fraught with a constant study of books, and he thus acquired a ,good English education, and a practical knowledge of the Latin and Greek languages; at an early age he determined to study law, and with a view of gaining practical knowledge, he sought and obtained employment as a deputy in the Circuit Court Clerk's office of Montgomery County. In 1823, he removed to Bourbon County, where he continued to prosecute his legal studies, and where he occupied a clerical position similar to that held in Montgomery County. About the year 1824, he commenced the practice of his profession in Paris, and to it be consecrated the earlier years of his life with enthusiastic devotion. His first wife was the daughter of Robert Trimble, a distinguished Jurist, who became subsequently a Judge of the Supreme Court of the United States. His second wife was a Mrs. Elliott, widow of a prominent lawver, also of Paris. Mr. Davis was an assiduous law student, and his industry received its reward. His business rapidly increased, and he soon rose to a high position at a bar which then numbered some of the most eminent lawyers of the Commonwealth. He regarded the law as the noblest science of intellectual triumph, and loved the administration of justice. All who have encountered him as an opponent in the trial of an important cause, will bear willing testimony to his high qualities as an able and strong lawyer. His last argument but one, in the Supreme Court of the United States, in the reported case of Missouri vs. Kentucky, is a lasting memorial of his legal learning and professional power. Mr. Davis always took an active and prominent part in the political contests of Kentucky, from his earliest manhood--always an ardent Whig, and frequently the selected standard-bearer of his party. In its most excited struggles, his clarion voice rang throughout this Commonwealth in defense of the principles of that patriotic and gallant organization. He was the trusted and true friend of Henry Clay, and enjoyed to a pre-eminent degree his confidence and regard. He represented Bourbon County in the lower branch of the General Assembly of Kentucky for many years. Always conservative in his views, he took a prominent and successful part in shaping the legislation of the State. For eight consecutive years he was chosen over able and distinguished competitors by the electors of the Ashland district, their Representative to the House of Representatives of the United States, and then voluntarily retired. The debates of that body during that period attests his power and strength as a ready and skillful debater. He was nominated as Lieutenant Governor on the Gubernatorial ticket with John J. Crittenden, but at his earnest request was excused by the convention. In 1861, amid perils and dangers of a revolutionary struggle, he was elected as an old line Union Whig, to succeed John C. Breckinridge in the United States Senate. He was the strongest opponent of secession, and at the period of his election, an earnest advocate of the rigid prosecution of the war to restore the Union. The result of the war, so far as it resulted in the overthrow of the rebellion, was as agreeable to him as to any other union man. But the changes in the form of government, the constitutional amendments, the acts of reconstruction, and other governmental acts which, by the dominant party, were deemed necessary in order to make the Government conform to the altered condition of things, were very repulsive to him, and he opposed them bravely and earnestly, though sustained by a hopeless minority. In 1867, he was re-elected to the United States Senate, a proud tribute to his fidelity and zeal in upholding the honor and guarding the interest of his State. For twelve years he occupied his seat in the Senate. Constitutional questions, novel and startling in their character, were during his time discussed and adopted, and Garrett Davis was never silent when duty prompted him to speak, and he was never known to quail before the power of an overwhelming political majority, and amid the bitterest party contests of the past, his honesty was never impeached or his spotless purity of character ever questioned. With him as a Representative, the conscientious discharge of his duty was paramount to every other consideration. His actions were prompted by conviction, and his convictions were the creations of a well-ordered mind, greatly strengthened by a pure and manly spirit, and throughout life he maintained the same elevated standard. In the death of this truly great and good man, Kentucky lost one of its most illustrious sons, his country, one of its purest and ablest statesmen. Such a man was Garrett Davis, and what higher praise could human statesmanship deserve? He died at his home in Paris, upon the 22d of September, 1872, and all that was mortal of the beloved Kentucky statesman rests beneath the blue grass sod of Bourbon County, in the Paris cemetery.

Sources
1. Perrin, pp. 458-460.

Name: C. F. DIDLAKE
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Birth: October 16, 1842, Clark County, Kentucky
Father: Edmond DIDLAKE
Mother: Mildred WOODFORD

Spouses
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1: Sarah GOODMAN
Father: Willis C. GOODMAN (1799-)
Mother: Sarah A. GARTH

C. F. DIDLAKE;1 P. O. Paris; superintendent of Paris distillery; was born Oct. 16, 1842, in Clark County, this State; son of Edmond H. and Mildred (Woodford) Didlake. Edmond Didlake, the father of C. F., was a native of Virginia, and emigrated to Kentucky, locating in Clark County at an early day, where he lived for many years, and was Sheriff of the county, and prominently connected with its business interests. In 1851 he removed to McLean County, Illinois, and engaged in farming and coimmission business, where he died in 1873. He was a Mason, and a member of the Reformed Church. His wife survived him until 1876. Our subject removed with his parents to Illinois when a lad. At the age of eighteen he entered the Confederate Army as a member of the 1st Battallion of Kentucky Mounted Rifles. While in Tennessee, after the battle of Chickamauga, he was captured and remained a prisoner at Fort Delaware until June, 1865. After his release, he went to Arkansas, and for three years had charge of his father's plantation. In February, 1869, he came to Paris, and since that time has been in charge of Paris distillery. November, 1872, he married Sarah Goodman, daughter of W. C. Goodman, one of the pioneers of Bourbon County. He has a snug home on the outskirts of the city, just inside its limits.

Sources
1. Perrin, p. 460.

Name: George W. DAVIS
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Father: George M. DAVIS (1794-)
Mother: Mary McCLINTOCK (1796-)

Spouses
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1: Helena MILLER
Father: Jacob MILLER
Mother: Julia YOUNG
Children: Thomas; George Ruddell; Rudolph

GEORGE W. DAVIS,1 furniture and undertaking; P. O. Paris; is the oldest furniture dealer in the place; he was born in this city, Feb. 6, 1827; second son of George M. Davis, who was born in Berkeley County, Va., son of Thomas Davis, who settled at Ruddel's Mills Precinct in this county at an early time. The mother of our subject was Mary, daughter of James McClintock, a native of the Emerald Isle. In 1843, our subject began learning the cabinet-maker's trade with J. P. Kern, and continued until he had completed his trade. In 1848, he began business in this town, in the furniture and undertaking line, and has since continued. June 22, 1851, he formed a matrimonial alliance with Helena, daughter of Jacob and Julia (Young) Miller, and by her had eight children, five living : James K., Nellie, George M., Owen L. and Rudolph. Mr Davis is a member of the Presbyterian Church and Elder of same. Thomas Davis, the grandrather of our subject, lived for sometime at Ruddel's Fort, upon his first coming to Kentucky, he married Sarah Ruddell, who died at the age of ninety-seven, in Pike County, Mo., where he removed in 1825; eight children were born to him, of whom was George M., the father of our subject. George M. served in the war of 1812, after which he came to Paris, and engaged as a gunsmith and remained until his death, which occured in 1833, of cholerra; of the children born to him were: Sallie, who died, aged nineteen; Margaret, wife. of W. W. Mitchell; James T. and George M , of Paris; Mary, wife of James Ingels, and Andrew, who died, aged twenty-five.

GEORGE WILLIAM DAVIS 1827-1920:
The following sketch written by Mrs. Eleanor Davis Swearingen Rice and Mrs. Francis Jacobs Check, Jr. was published in The Kentuckian-Citizen June 1, 1943.

George William Davis was born February 26, 1827 in Paris. A representative sent to interview Mr. Davis, as a pioneer in the undertaking profession in Kentucky and one of the oldest active undertakers in America, published an interesting article in "Crane and Breed Quality Talks," in June 1914. From this article much information has been obtained.

In 1843, at the age of sixteen, George Davis went to work in a cabinet shop owned by "Boss" Jesse T. Kern, where coffins were made. In a period of five years, he assisted in making several hundred coffins. One of which was made for a woman weighing three hundred and fifty pounds, and one for a man who was six feet eleven and one-half inches tall in his stocking feet and whose brother was six feet, eight inches.

The largest funeral in which Mr. Davis ever assisted was the burial of three Bourbon County soldiers of the Mexican War of 1847. At the close of the War a company from the county went to Mexico and brought home their dead.

During the cholera epidemic the disease was at its worst stage in Paris and vicinity in the months of July and August 1849, and as many as twenty-one deaths occurred in twenty-four hours. It was necessary to call in carpenters to assist in making caskets.

In January 1848 Mr. Davis and his cousin, William T. Davis, purchased the undertaking and furniture establishment from Mr. Kern, including in the transaction tools, supplies, stock, "good will," and a hearse valued at two hundred and fifty dollars. This may be the one he speaks of "a little hearse, with shafts, for one horse which I as driver used in delivering coffins in town and country." The firm later possessed the first two-horse hearse in Bourbon County.

In July 1848 George W. Davis bought his partner's interest and reorganized it with six workmen in his employ. He served in many instances as minister, singer and undertaker, as well as grave-filler. On many occasions due to the panic of the populace, he was the only person present at the burial. His father died of the cholera, as did Mr. Kern. He himself was stricken at one time but soon recovered enough to carry on his business. This he did with an ever present spirit of public zeal, which quality in his make-up was uppermost during his life.

On the death of his eldest son, Thomas, another son, George Ruddell Davis, carried on his father's work. Shortly thereafter a third son, Rudolph, was added to the force, and still later the grandson, Ireland Davis.

In 1913 Mr. Davis, advancing in years, disposed of the furniture business and moved to the old Presbyterian Church building. Thus the firm returned to its original business as begun in 1843.

He was a faithful member of the Presbyterian Church for seventy-two years. "Mr. George W. Davis is the oldest living member, being in the eighty-fourth year of his age. He united with the church in 1848 and in 1855 was made a deacon. Ten years later, Mr. Davis was called as an Elder and has ever since been a devout and constant (p. 34) member." -Lexington Herald Nov. 13, 1910. He sang in the choir with a mellow tenor voice until quite advanced in years. He was also superintendent of the Sunday school. A religious poem that he wrote was published in "The Christian Observer" April 30, 1913.

Sources
1. Perrin, p. 460.

Name: David M. DODGE
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Birth: August 1, 1832, North Middletown Precinct, Bourbon County, Kentucky
Father: Edwin M. DODGE (~1811-1836)
Mother: Elizabeth SEAMANDS

Spouses
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1: Adeline FRETWELL
Death: 1860
Father: Pascal FRETWELL
Mother: Maria HILDRETH
Marriage: February 1852
Children: William P.; Bettie; Edwin M. (-1881)

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2: Rebecca KENNEY
Father: Victor M. KENNEY
Mother: Catherine ROGERS
Marriage: May 1861
Children: Mattie V.; David M.; James L.; Victor

DAVID M. DODGE,1 farmer; P. O. Paris; born Aug. 1, 1832, in North Middletown Precinct, this county. His parents were Edwin M. and Elizabeth Seamands, (generally pronounced Simmonds.) The Dodge family trace their ancestry to one Tristram Dodge, an Englishinan, who came to America and settled Block Island in 1661, and whose grandsons were the earliest settlers at Cow Neck, Long Island. The great-grandfather of our subject was David; according to the best authority given, he was a son of Jeremiah, who was a great-grandson of Tristram. The maternal grandfather of our subject, was Manson Seamands, who was a major during the war of 1812; he died 1856 aged seventy-five years. His wife was a Newton, prior to her marriage, and was a native of Virginia, as was the Seamands also. David Dodge the grandfather of the above, married Dorcas Mills, who bore him twelve children, Edwin M. being among the younger children. David Dodge removed from Pennsylvania to Clark County, this State, and there settled; here Edwin M. was born, about the year 1811, and afterwards located in North Middletown Precinct when a young man, and there married Miss Seamands. His death occurred about the year 1836. His widow afterwards married Kinzea Stone, and by him had seven children. She is yet living and a widow. David M. was raised by his step-father, with whom he lived until twenty years old. February 1852, he married Miss Adeline, daughter of Puscal and Maria (Hildreth) Fretwell, both of whom were old Virginia famiilies. Mrs. Dodge died 1860, having borne four children, of whom William P. and Bettie are living. Mr. Dodge married his present wife in May, 1861; her maiden name was Rebecca, born in this precinct, daughter of Victor M. and Catharine (Rodgers) Kenney, Victor being a son of James Kenney, who was one of the first settlers. Catharine was a daughter of Thomas and Rebecca (Spahr) Rodgers. The Rodgers family also being among the first settlers in this precinct. Mr. Dodge located on this farm in 1856, and has since been engaged in farming and stock raising, giving some attention to short horns, good horses, and the best of Cotswold sheep. His farm consists of 291 acres; his residence is called "Hill Side." The place was settled by Zeph Robinette, one part of the house having been built nearly a century. Mr. Dodge is a member of S. G. A. Presbyterian Church. Edwin M., died Dec. 31, 1881; he was a son by his first wife. The children of his second wife are Mattie V., David M., James L. and Victor K.

Sources
1. Perrin, p. 461.

Name: Robert P. DOW
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Father: Andrew DOW
Mother: Jane POLLOCK

Spouses
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1: Susan H. RION
Father: Stokely Towles RION
Mother: Martha Ann RUCKER
Marriage: 1868
Children: Robert; Rion; Ellsworth

ROBERT P. DOW,1 grocer; P. O. Paris. Among the enterprising young business men of this city, who are doing a thriving business, the result of their own industry and close application to business, is Mr. Dow, who was born in 1843, in the Parish of Cathcart, Lancastershire, Scotland; son of Andrew Dow, whose wife was Jane Pollock, a relative of Pollock, the poet. Early in life Robert was thrown upon his own resources, and earned money to enable. him to embark for this country, which he did when a lad of fifteen, landing in New York City, where he worked some time at one dollar per week, in a cigar shop; afterwards hired to a farmer at $5 per month; then was engaged in a printing office some time; subsequently he removed to Greene County, Ind., where he remained one year and a half, working on a farm; afterwards went to Cincinnati, where he worked one year in the plumbing business. At the outbreak of the war be volunteered his services; enlisted May, 1861, in the 5th O. V. I., Co. D., and during his term of service was engaged in the following battles, viz: Winchester, Kernstown, Port Republic, Cedar Mountain, 2nd Battle of Bull Run, Antietam, Chancellorsville, South Mountain, Gettysburg and Wahatchie Valley. Came West with the 12th Army Corps and participated at Lookout Mountain, Mission Ridge, Buzzard's Roost, Rosaca and Dallas, where he was shot in the arm, which resulted in the loss of the same, and was discharged in August, 1864; he subsequently graduated at the Commercial College at Cincinnati. In the spring of 1865, he came to Paris, and in June of the same year, set up in the grocery line in a small way, and continued thirteen years in the same building; in 1878, he removed to the store adjoining, where he has since continued and has a thriving and prosperous trade. In 1868 he married Susan H. Rion, daughter of Stockley T. and Martha U. (Rucker) Rion. He has three children, viz: Robert, Rion and Ellsworth. Is a member of the Presbyterian Church.

Sources
1. Perrin, p. 462.

Name: William Pugh EWALT
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Birth: January 24, 1824, Paris, Bourbon County, Kentucky
Death: July 16, 18771 Age: 53
Father: Samuel EWALT (1792-1878)
Mother: Cynthia PUGH (1795-1833)

WILLIAM P. EWALT,2 farmer; P. 0. Paris. The Ewalt family are among the early settlers in Bourbon county. The grandfather of the above was Henry Ewalt, who was a pioneer of the name. He was a native of Germany, and emigrated to America at the time of Bacon's Rebellion, and located on Cooper's Run in this precinct several years prior to 1800, where he purchased land at $1.66 per acre. He married Elizabeth Fry, and by her raised a family of children, among whom was Samuel Ewalt, the father of above (Samuel), who was born August 12th, 1792, on the farm his father settled. He married Cynthia Pugh, who was born in this precinct March 30th, 1795, daughter of Joseph and Elizabeth (Hunt) Pugh. He was born June 28th, 1753; she, Jan. 1st, 1763, near Strode's Station. Samuel Ewalt served in war of 1812. He was twice married--first to Miss Pugh, who bore him six children, viz: John H., Wm. P., Elizabeth, Joseph, Mary S. and Sallie S. His second wife was Eliza Smith, by whom he had three children: Ann S., Samuel B., and Cynthia P. Samuel Ewalt, the father of Wm. P., remained on the farm where he was born until his death, which occurred Aug. 16, 1878; his wife, 1833. He was a successful business man, and in all his transactions with his fellowman, acted the part of an honorable gentleman; not a professed Christian, yet lived a moral life, was an energetic business man and generous in his bequests to benevolent enterprises, and had many friends, and but few or no enemies. Of his children who married, were: John H., who married Sarah Snell; by her had four children: Joseph, also settled on the homestead; he married Sophia Spears; his second wife was Henrietta Hedges; Elizabeth married Perry Wornall; Mary S. married Harry Bedford; Sallie married D. J. J. Adair, now of Harrison county; Ann S. married John T. Wornall, of same County; Samuel B. married Nancy Keller, afterward Rachel Halleck; Cynthia P. became the wife of William T. Woodford, of Davis County; Will P. was born on the homestead Jan. 24th, 1824. He began farming in 1850, he and Joseph H., which partnership lasted until his death, July 16th, 1877; Wm. P. has never married; he has 190 acres of land, and engaged in farming.

Sources
1. "Our Ewalt Heritage" Vol. One, (p. 257) lists William Pugh's death as 18 May 1869.
2. Perrin, p. 462

Name: James Keith FORD
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Birth: October 23, 1844, Bourbon County, Kentucky
Father: Nicholas FORD
Mother: Martha PAGE

Spouses
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1: Winifred DUNCAN
Father: James DUNCAN
Mother: Mary C. WILLIAMS
Marriage: December 5, 1865, Bourbon County, Kentucky

JAMES KEITH FORD,1 hardware and distillery; P. O. Paris ; represents one of the old pioneer families of the Blue Grass Region. He was born Oct. 23, 1844, in this county, being the third son and fourth child to Nicholas W. Ford, who was a son of William Ford, who was once Sheriff of Fayette County; he was a son of Edward, a native of Fairfax County, Va. Nicholas Ford, the father of James K., married Martha H. Page, March 11, 1834; she bore him six children. Nicholas W. died Oct. 23, 1841, when James K. was very young. He was raised to manhood under the care of his mother. When a young man he began clerking in Paris. In 1863, he went in the employ of the government, continuing nearly three years, after which he engaged in business with Mr. W. Taylor, under firm name of Ford & Taylor, after which he associated with Mr. Bowen. Prior to this he was for a time engaged in business with H. C. Clay & Co., in the whisky trade. Since he associated with Mr. Bowen, they have not only carried on their store, but have more recently embarked in the manufacture of Bourbon County Whisky, brand, "Peacock," at their distillery in Ruddell's Mills precinct. Dec. 5, 1865, he married Winifred, second daughter of James S. and Mary (Williams) Duncan, Mary being a daughter of Maj. Geo. W. Williams.

Sources
1. Perrin, p. 463.

Name: William H. FISHER
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Birth: November 12, 1829, Ruddell's Mills, Bourbon County, Kentucky
Death: February 3, 1903, Paris, Bourbon County, Kentucky Age: 73
Death Memo: Died at home on Duncan Ave., Paris, Kentucky, at 2:00 PM.
Occupation: Farmer And Breeder In Bourbon County.
Father: Samuel L. FISHER (ca1807-1850)
Mother: Lucinda TALBOTT (1807-1874)

Spouses
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1: Emma Stephens PECK
Birth: July 21, 1844, Fleming County, Kentucky
Death: May 12, 1923, Paris, Bourbon County, Kentucky Age: 78
Death Memo: She died at her son W. P. Fisher's home at 244 Mt. Airy Ave., on Friday at 11:30 PM.
Father: William PECK (1805-1875)
Mother: Elizabeth STEPHENS (1813-1883)
Marriage: December 13, 1866, Bath County, Kentucky
Children: William Peck (1867-1934); Nebilla; Nevill Charles (1876-1944)

Misc. Notes
William and Emily were at Ford's Theater the night Abraham Lincoln was assassinated.1

WM. H. FISHER,2 farmer, born Nov. 12,1829, in Ruddel's Mills Precinct; eldest child of Samuel and Lucinda (Talbott) Fisher. Samuel Fisher was born in Lexington, Fayette Co., in 1809; son of William; a native of Delaware, and came to Kentucky about the year 1800, located in Fayette, afterward locating in Ruddel's Mills Precinct about the year 1810, and established a woolen factor; he afterward engaged in farming, which he followed until his death, which occurred in 1835. Eight children were born to him, who grew up: James, Margaret, Samuel, Mrs. Bowman, John Amanda, Hannah and Maddox. James and Samuel settled in Bourbon; Margaret married a Sutton and moved to Indiana; John settled in Missouri; Amanda, Maddox and Hannah died young; Mrs. Bowman settled in Harrison County; Samuel, the father of our subject, engaged in farming; he succeeded his father in the distillery business, which he ran until 1843; when he located in Pads Precinct, on the farm owned by William, his son, situated on the Flat Rock Pike; the farm is called the McClure place; he died here March 18, 1848--death occasioned by the kick of a mule; he was a member of the Reformed Church; his wife, Lucinda Talbott, was a daughter of Hugh and Elizabeth (Carter) Talbott; Henry Talbott, the father of Hugh, emigrated from Hanover County, Va., to Bourbon County, about the year 1789; Hugh was for several years a merchant at Ruddel's Mills; he died in 1832. To Samuel Fisher and wife were born two children: William H., and Susan, who married Charles Nolcini; she died February, 1860; leaving one child, William; Wm. H. was raised a farmer, Dec. 13, 1866, he married Emily Peck, who was born in Fleming County, Ky., daughter of William and Louisa (Stevens) Peck; Louisa was born Sept. 7, 1813, in Fleming County, on Locust Creek; daughter of Joseph and Elizabeth (Weaver) Stevens; he was born December, 1767, in Loudon [sic] County, Va.; his wife 1769, and were married 1788, and removed to Fayette County, where they settled; William was a son of William Peck, of Mason County, Ky.; the former died Dec. 10, 1875. The religion of the Stevens was old Baptist; and the Pecks were Methodists; both families were Whigs. Mr. Fisher has 220 acres of land-the farm called Wood Brook; he has two children: Wm. Peck and Nebilla; he raises short horns; is a member of the Presbyterian Church G.S.A.

Sources
1. Alan Dorschug Genealogy, dated May 20, 1999.
2. Perrin, p. 463.

Name: James William FERGUSON
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Birth: August 25, 1830, Winchester, Kentucky
Father: Abraham Lunceford FERGUSON (1803-1854)
Mother: Mary Keller MATSON (1810-1878)

Spouses
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1: Martha HUME
Birth: May 7, 1830, Clintonville Precinct, Bourbon County, Kentucky
Father: William P. HUME
Mother: Matilda RENNICK
Marriage: August 5, 1856
Children: William; P. H.; Abram L.; Maggie B.; Robert H.; Lucy Ellen; Volney W.; Matilda Renick; James William

JAMES W. FERGUSON,1 farmer and stockraiser. Prominent among the large land-holders and successful business men of Bourbon County is Mr, Ferguson, who was born Aug. 25, 1830, in Winchester, Clark County; his parents were Abraham and Mary K. (Matson) Ferguson; he was born in Fayette County, Sept. 27, 1803, and died Aug. 1, 1854; he was a son of Abraham Ferguson, a native of Fauquier County, Va.; his father, John, was a native of Scotland, and emigrated to Virginia; his son Abraham served in the war of the Revolution and in the war of 1812. The grandfather of our subject emigrated to Kentucky, locating in what is now Fayette County, upon lands that he obtained from the government by virtue of his services in the war of the Revolution, upon which he settled; Indians were plentiful; while working upon his land his gun was his constaut companion for self-protection. This land is now in the possession of the family name, in Brier Hill Precinct. Mary K. was born Feb. 9, 1810, in this county; she died Aug. 2, 1878; she was a daughter of Thomas and Rebecca (Spears) Matson, both families from Virginia. To Abraham Fergusou and wife were born eight children, five sons and three daughters; of those living are Robert M., a resident of Lexington, Ky.; Mary E., wife of James Brownell; Lucy E., wife of James H. Campbell, and James W., who remained with his father until he was twenty-six years of age. In 1840 he moved with his parents to Brier Hill Precinct, in Fayette County; Aug. 5, 1856, he married Martha A. Hume, who was born in Clintonville Precinct, May 7, 1830, daughter of Wm. P., son of John Hume, of Fauquier County, Va.; March, 1837, after marriage, he moved to this county on the farm adjoining where he now resides, upon which he lived until 1875, when he located where he now resides. Mr. Ferguson is engaged in farming and stock raising, and is a large dealer in stock, having been for several years a large shipper, since 1860; he has over 4,000 acres of land, the greater portion self-acquired; his children are William, P. H., Abram L., Maggie B., Robert H., Lucy E., Volney W., Matilda R., and James W.; P. H. resides on the home farm in Brier Hill, Fayette County.

Sources
1. Perrin, pp. 464-465

Name: I.N. FRY
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Birth: May 15, 1824
Father: Abraham FRY (-1843)
Mother: Nancy SNELL (1790-1863)

Spouses
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1: Enfield TALBOTT
Father: Daniel TALBOTT
Marriage: July 1852
Children: John; James; M.T.

I. N. FRY,1 farmer; P. O. Paris ; the Fry family came from Virginia and settled in Bourbon County prior to 1800. The parents of the above were Abram and Nancy (Snell) Fry; both were natives of Kentucky. The maternal grandfather of I. N. was Lewis Snell, who was an early settler in Harrison County. Abram Fry settled on the farm now owned by his son, I. N., at no early time, and run a small distillery for several years on his farm. He died in 1843; his wife survived him until 1863, having borne six children, viz: Minerva, Elizabeth, James, Abram, Lewis and I. N., who was born May 15th, 1824, on the farm he now owns, where he has since remained. In July, 1852, he married Enfield Talbott, daughter of Daniel Talbott; has three children, John, James, and M. T. His farm consists of 240 acres.

Sources
1. Perrin, p. 464.

Name: Joseph FITHIAN
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Death: July 12, 1898, Paris, Kentucky
Father: Joel FITHIAN (1797-1880)
Mother: Sara D. SINNICKSON (1801-)

Spouses
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1: Emily OWEN
Birth: Bourbon County, Kentucky
Death: December 19, 1897
Children: Frank (1859-<1916); Nellie

JOSEPH FITHIAN,1 physician, P. O. Paris. The Fithian family trace their ancestry to one William Fithian, a native of England, whose will bears date Dec. 11, 1678. According to a family tradition, they came to America, and were among the little band of refugees who fled from the religious persecution at that time, and landed in South Hampton, Long Island, where they subsequently settled some time prior to the war of the Revolution; nearly all the members of the family that were eligible, served in that struggle; one Phillips was in command of a body of men who were participants in the "tea party" in Boston harbor. The first after William was Samuel, who married Priscilla Barnett. She had several children, among whom was Josiah, born May 6, 1685; his wife was Sarah Dennis. From them in direct line came Joseph, born May 12, 1724; he married Hannah Vickers, who bore him Amos, Oct. 11, 1759, who married Rachel Leake; from this couple descended Joel Fithian, who was born May 10, 1797, at Cedarville, New Jersey. He is the father of Dr. Joe Fithian, whose name heads this page, who was born in Philadelphia, Pa., October, 1830. His mother's maiden name was Sarah Sinnockson, born Sept. 14, 1801, in Salem, New Jersey; she was a daughter of Andrew, who was born March 2, 1749, and died July 20, 1819. He served first as Captain, and afterwards promoted to Colonel in the Colonial war. He was a son of Andrew, whose father was likewise of same name; his brother Thomas was a member of the first Continental Congress, and served as Judge for twenty-two years. The Sinnockson family were originally from Sweden. The father of our subject was likewise a physician, aud carried on the drug business in Philadelphia. His children were as follows, viz: Elizabeth, Mrs. John M. Peck, of Cincinnati; Dr. Washington, Dr. Joseph and Fannie; but two now living. Drs. Joseph and Washington both of Paris, Joseph graduated in Philadelphia in 1854, soon after came to Kentucky and engaged in the practice of his profession. During the entire war he served as surgeon in the Eighteenth Kentucky; after his time had expired he returned. For several years past he has been associated with his brother, Washington Fithian, in Paris, in the practice of his profession. He was married to Miss Emma Owen, a native of this county. Three children have crowned this union, viz,: Frank, a medical student, Nettie and Georgia. The Doctor is an Elder of the Presbyterian Church.

Sources
1. Perrin, p. 464.

Name: Morris M. GASS
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Birth: May 29, 1806, Bourbon County, Kentucky
Father: John GASS (1765-1855)
Mother: Anna ANDERSON

Spouses
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1: Mary A. GOODMAN
Birth: June 18, 1808, Albermarle County, Virginia
Father: Nathan GOODMAN
Mother: Mildred CLARKSON
Marriage: March 27, 1834
Children: Sue; Nannie; Mildred; Bettie

M. M. GASS,1 farmer; P. O. Paris; whose portrait appears in this work, was born on the Stoner River in this precinct, May 29, 1806, son of John Gass and Anna Anderson. The paternal grandsire of Morris M. was David Gass, of Scotch-Irish descent, and emigrated from Virginia to Kentucky at an early time, and for some time sought protection in the fort at Boonesboro. He had two daughters that were captured by the Indians. He afterwards settled in Madison County, where he died. John Gass was born in the year 1765, and was with his father in the fort. He grew to manhood, and turned his attention. to farming pursuits, and became prominently identified with the interests of Madison County, and served as Sheriff. He removed to Bourbon County in 1793, locating on the Stoner, upon lands now owned by Geo. M. Bedford, and engaged in farming pursuits, and remained here until his death, which took place Dec. 24, 1855. He was a man that was esteemed for his virtues, and was a respected member of the community, a member of the Presbyterian Church and an Elder in the same. The subject of these lines was raised upon the farm where he was born, and has always been engaged in farming pursuits. March 27, 1834, he married Mary A. Goodman, born June 18, 1808, in Albemarle County, Va. She was a daughter of Nathan and Mildred (Clarkston) Goodman, who emigrated to this county in 1817. Mr. Gass located on the farm he now owns in 1872. Said farm was settled by Nat. Davis. Mrs. Gass died. He has four children living, viz: Nannie, wife of John Wood, of Audrain County, Mo.; Mildred married Larken Towles, also of Missouri; Miss Bettie at home; and Sue, who resides in the Precinct, wife of W. P. Hume. Mr. Hume had three brothers and four sisters: James, David, John, Sallie, Betsy, Jane ard Polly--Morris now being the sole survivor of the family. Mr. Gass is not a member of any church or society, yet is not an enemy to religion or the bonds of socialism.

Sources
1. Perrin, p. 467

Name: Willis C. GOODMAN
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Birth: February 2, 1799, Albermarle County, Virginia
Father: Nathan GOODMAN
Mother: Mildred CLARKSON

Spouses
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1: Sarah A. GARTH
Father: Jesse GARTH
Mother: Betsey BROWN
Marriage: February 1835
Children: Lizzie M.; Willis; Mary; Lewis G.; John C.; Sarah

W. C. GOODMAN,1 retired farmer; P. O. Paris; among the time-honored citizens and pioneer business men of this precinct, is Willis C. Goodman, who was born in Albemarle County, Va, Feb. 2, 1799, and emigrated to this county in the year 1817, Nov. 10, with his father, Nathan Goodman, who settled near Paris. He was born in same county and State, in the year 1768. His wife was Mildred Clarkson, daughter of Manoah Clarkson. The grandfather of W. C. was Charles Woodman, a native of Hanover Co., Virginia; his ancestors came from England, as did the Clarkson's, making their first settlement on the eastern shore of Virginia. To Nathan Woodman were born ten children, eight sons and two daughters: Roland H., Willis C., Alexander G., Feilden F., Ansalem, Virginia, Mary, Nathan, William and Manoah, all of whom, except Roland, came to Kentucky--he remained in Virginia. At the time Nathan Goodman came to this precinct he purchased a small farm; his "property" was mostly in negroes, of which he brought with him quite a number. He died of cancer in 1838. W. C., early in life, turned his attention to stock trading, which he followed for several years, dealing in mules, horses, cattle and hogs; his operations being confined not alone to this locality, but extended through several of the adjoining States. In the early part of his trading career, he made his father's house his home, until February, 1835, when he wedded Sarah A. Garth, daughter of Jesse and Betsey (Brown) Garth, both of whom were natives of. Albemarle Co. Virginia. In 1831, Mr. Goodman purchased the farm he now owns, locating on the same, the following year, and that since made this his constant residence. In his business relations Mr. Goodman has been successful. His farm of 600 acres he has since divided, having now 300 acres. Is now nearly eighty-two years of age, and is in the enjoyment of his quiet home, having a good residence on a beautiful site. Six children have honored his marriage, of whom are Elizabeth M., who married Green Clay; Willis, Mary, wife, of Judge Matt. Turney; Lewis G., John C. and Sarah. Mr. Goodman's brothers nearly all settled in Missouri, except Feilden, who located in Fleming county, Virginia; married Joseph Watkins and located in same State with her brother. Mary became the wife of Morris M. Gass, and located in Bourbon County; Manoah was killed in Paris.

Sources
1. Perrin, pp. 467-468

Name: Dr. Douglas Lewis HOWARD
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Birth: Mt. Sterling, Kentucky
Death: April 30, 1889
Father: Colonel Henry Clay HOWARD
Mother: Elizabeth "Bettie" Payne LEWIS

DOUGLAS HOWARD,1 - physician ; P. O. Paris. Among the rising practitioners of Materia Medica in Bourbon County, is Dr. Howard, who was born in Mount Sterling, this State. He was educated at Louisville, and received his medical training in that city, graduating Feb. 28, 1876, and served one year in the hospital, after his graduation, in active practice. In June, 1877, he came to Paris, and engaged in the practice of his profession, where he has since remaiined, and been successful, having a liberal share of the public patronage. His father was Henry C. Howard, a farmer and merchant, a native of Mount Sterling; he was a son of George Howard, one of the first settlers in that locality when Cincinnati was not in existence. The mother of Dr. Howard, was Bettie. P. Lewis, born in the county, daughter of Douglas P. Lewis, who married Elizabeth Clay, sister of Samuel Clay, sr., of Paris Precinct. The Howard family were Whigs, and later were Republicans; his father was commissioned Colonel, under Federal rule, during the late war. Was an Episcopalian and had the following children: George C., Douglas, Anna M., Henry C. and Mary B. The doctor is a member of I. O. O. F.

Sources
1. Perrin, p. 468

Name: Joseph A. HILDRETH
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Father: John HILDRETH
Mother: Mary FINDLEY

Spouses
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1: Sallie SMITH
Father: George Allen SMITH (1788-1854)
Mother: Elizabeth M. EDWARDS (1795-1859)
Children: George W.; Marianne; John; Smith; Caroline; Ida

JOSEPH A. HILDRETH,1 farmer; P. O. Paris. This gentleman is a descendant of one of the early families who settled in Bourbon County; he was born May 25, 1826. The parents of the above were John and Mary (Findley) Hildreth. The Hildreths were from Wythe County, Va. The Hildreth family came to this precinct in the early part of the present century, locating here, and have since remained. The elder members of the family have since passed away, yet several of the descendants still remain, among whom are: J. A., Mrs. C. M. Rogers; Evaline, Mrs. Nat. Rogers; and Mrs. Caroline Rosebury. In 1854 Josph A. was united by marriage to Sallie, daughter of George A. and Elizabeth (Edwards) Sinith; both families from Virginia. To the above were born six children, now living, viz.: George W., Marianne, John, Smith, Caroline B. and Ida. Mr. Hildreth has 465 acres of land, and is engaged in farming pursuits.

Sources
1. Perrin, p. 468

Name: James HALL
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Birth: June 11, 1820, Cynthiana, Kentucky
Father: Samuel HALL (1787-1835)
Mother: Eliza "Betsy" CALDWELL (1795-)

Spouses
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1: Nancy A. HOUSTON
Father: John HOUSTON (1772-)
Mother: Elizabeth HOLLIDAY
Marriage: January 20, 1850
Children: Elizabeth H.

JAMES HALL,1 farmer and stock raiser; P. O. Paris; is the owner and proprietor of "Huston Dale" stock farm. He is a native of the Blue Grass region, and identified with its interests since his birth. He first saw the light of day June 11, 1820, in Cynthiana, Harrison County. Mr. Hall has been a constant resident of this county since 1854, and during this time has been prominent in advancirig the interests that pertain to short horn cattle, of which he is a breeder and dealer. His farm is located on the Houston, one and a half miles from Paris, it being one among the first settled and well known farms in Bourbon County. January 1, 1850, he was united by marriage to Nancy A. Huston, a native of Fayette County, this State; she was a daughter of John and Elizabeth (Holliday) Huston. The former, native of Virginia; she of Clark Co., this State. The first year of Mr. Hall's marriage he located in this county, afterwards removed to Fayette County, where he remained until 1854, when he returned to this county, locating on the farm he now owns, where he has been engaged in agricultural pursuits. He has but one, child, Elizabeth H., now the wife of Irwin Taylor, who practiced law successfully several years at the bar in this county; now a resident of Topeka, Kansas, in the practice of his profession. Mr. Taylor has six children: Huston, Joseph L, Mary B., James H., Elizabeth C. and Lucy. Mr. Hall has been a lifelong Republican, and is a member of the Presbyterian Church North. The father of the above was Samuel Hall, born July 14, 1787, in the Old Dominion, and emigrated to this county, locating in Harrison County, where he died in 1835. His wife was Eliza, born Jan. 29, 1795, in this county, daughter of William and Ann (Southerland) Caldwell. William Caldwell was a native of Ireland, and emigrated to Pennsylvania at an early day, and joined the Colonial Army, where he was wounded, and died afterwards in consequence of injuries received in that struggle. He emigrated to Kentucky, arriving about the time the battle of the Blue Licks was fought, and located near Paris, on the farm now owned by Mr. Wilcox, near the cemetery. He had a family of one son and five daughters: Samuel, Elizabeth, Mrs. S. Hall; Margaret, wife of W. C. Lysle.; Lucretia, wife of Luther Smith; Sallie, Mrs. Ben. Warfield; Jane, Mrs. Dr. Joseph Holt.

Sources
1. Perrin, pp. 468-469

Name: William P. HUME
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Birth: January 4, 1831, Centerville Precinct, Bourbon County, Kentucky
Father: David J. HUME (1824-)
Mother: Martha Ann TALBOTT (1828-)

Spouses
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1: Sallie BACON
Birth: November 2, 1853
Death: 1878 Age: 24
Father: Warren A. BACON
Mother: Ariabelle F. TALBOTT
Marriage: April 18, 1873
Children: Sallie; David P.

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2: Sue GASS
Birth: Paris, Bourbon County, Kentucky
Father: Morris M. GASS (1806-)
Mother: Mary A. GOODMAN (1808-)
Marriage: March 17, 1880

W. P. HUME,1 farmer ; P. O. Paris; born in Centerville Precinct, Jan. 4, 1831; son of David J. Hume and Mary Talbott; he was brought up on a farm and raised to farming pursuits; April 18, 1873, he married Sallie Bacon, born near Paris, Nov. 2, 1853, daughter of W. A. Bacon and Belle Talbott; wife died 1878, leaving two children: David P. and Sallie L.; March 17, 1880, he married Sue Gass, born in this precinct, daughter of Morris Gass and Marry Goodman; 1873, he located on his farm, consisting of 243 acres, which he farms; raising good stock; is a member of the A. F. A. M.

Sources
1. Perrin, p. 469

Name: David J. HUME
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Birth: October 11, 1824, Clintonville Precinct, Bourbon County, Kentucky
Father: William P. HUME
Mother: Eliza HUTCHCRAFT (1796-1870)

Spouses
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1: Martha Ann TALBOTT
Birth: May 1828, Fayette County, Kentucky
Father: Benjamin TALBOTT
Mother: Mary GRIMES
Marriage: December 1848
Children: William P. (1831-); Benjamin T.; Orlando V.; John S.

D. J. HUME,1 farmer and stock raiser P. O. Paris ; born Oct. 11, 1824, near Clintonville, this county; son of W. P. Hume, who was born in this county, April 7, 1792; he was a son of John Hume, of Fauquier County, Va., who married Esther Patten, who was also a Virginian. The great-grandfather of D. J. was Andrew Hume, a native of Scotland; some of the family subsequently settled in Ireland. John Hume, son of Andrew, emigrated to this locality about the. year 1787, settling on Strode's Creek, and followed the life of a farmer. To him six children were born, viz., Wm. P., Matthew D., Robert, Sallie (Mrs. Richie), Betsey (Mrs. Hughes), .Julia (who married a McGaughey), of this number Wm. P., the father of D. J., settled in Bourbon County; Nathan D., in Clark ; Sallie, in Mercer ; Julia, in Christian County. W. P. married Eliza Hutcheraft, daughter of Thomas, a native of Virginia. After Mr. Hume's marriage, he located in Clintonville, where he lived until 1828, when he removed to the precinct, locating on the farm now owned by J. W. Ferguson, upon which he remained until his death, which occurred March 18, 1875; his wife five years previous, January, 1870. But two children were born to W. P. Hume: D. J. and Mary F. Mr. Hume's second wife was Matilda Rennick, Mrs. J. W. Ferguson being the daughter of this marriage. David J. was educated at the common schools, remained with his father until his marriage, which occurred December, 1848, to Martha A. Talbott, born May 1828, in Fayette County, daughter of Benjamin and Mary (Grimes) Talbott, Mary being a daughter of Charles Grimes, of Virginia. Since his marriage D. J. has been an owner and occupant of the farm he now owns, called "Inwood." Mr. Humes has about 2,000 acres of land. He has been engaged in the breeding of short horns since his location on this farm, His father and grandfather both were breeders of fine stock. Mr. Hume has four sons : Win. P., Ben T., Orlando V. and Samuel C. John S., now deceased, was drowned at the age of fourteen.

Sources
1. Perrin, pp. 469-470

Name: Henry Finch HIBLER
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Father: Adam Styres HIBLER (1807-1878)
Mother: Lucy Green FINCH

Spouses
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1: Mary BRINDLEY
Father: Nicholas BRINDLEY (1802-1846)
Mother: Lucinda STIVERS (-1849)
Marriage: January 25, 1855
Children: William F.; Harvey; Bishop; Eddie; Henry

H. F. HIBLER,1 farmer; P. 0. Paris; is a grandsom of Joseph Hibler, a native of New Jersey, and one of the early settlers in Bourbon County. He settled in this precinct on the farm now owned by H. M. Roseberry. His wife was Jane Jacoby, who bore him two children, Adam S. and Emily. Adam S. Hilder, the father of H. F. was born on this farm in the year 1807, and at the death of his father succeeded him. His wife was Lucy Finch, who bore him ten children, among whom was.H. F., whose birth occurred in 1830. Adam S. remained on this farm until 1854, when he removed to Midway, in Woodford County, this State. His death occurred at the above place, 1878. Our subject, during several years of his early manhood, was engaged as a drover, in charge of stock en route for the Eastern market. Jan. 25, 1855, he married Mary E. Brindley, who was born in Ruddles Mills Precinct, daughter of Nicholas and Lucinda (Stivers) Brindley. Mr. Brindley was a native of Maryland, born Sept. 8, 1802, and married May 28, 1832. When he came to this county he was a poor man, but arose from a small beginning until he became a wealthy man; he was successful in all his business associations, which were uniformly crowned with pleasing results. He was upright and honest in his dealings, and died a Christian, being a member and Elder in the Christian Church. His death occurred 1846, Sept. 17; his wife's May 30, 1849. They had three children who came to maturity: Benjamin F., who resides in Baltimore, a capitalist; Lucy G., who married E. B. Biship, and located in New Haven, Conn.. She died 1874, leaving three children. Of the ten children, born to Adam S. Hibler, Henry F, was the eldest; in order of birth were Emily, Cynthia, Sallie, Joseph, Thomas, Lovenia, Mary E., James, Harry and Lucy, all of whom grew up. Lucy resides in Midway, wife, of Richard Starks, a druggist; Cynthia married David Robb, of Versailles; Lovenia married Mr. Richard Richetts; Emma, Amos Parker; Sallie, ex-Sheriff, ex- Mayor, B. F. Pullen. Mr. and Mrs. Hibler located on the farm they now own in March, 1855, and have since improved the home surroundings to their present beauty; the farm consists of 328 acres. They have five sons: William F., James H., Bishop, Edward and Henry.

Sources
1. Perrin, p. 470

Name: Reuben Brent HUTCHCRAFT
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Birth: January 1, 1841
Death: September 11, 1925 Age: 84
Father: Reuben HUTCHCRAFT (1794-1865)
Mother: Fannie HEDGES (1805-1867)

Spouses
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1: Dorcas Saunders ASHBROOK
Birth: December 26, 1860, Harrison County, Kentucky
Death: December 22, 1935, Paris, Kentucky Age: 74
Father: Thomas Veatch ASHBROOK (1828-1874)
Mother: Artemesia Tarlton BELLES (1832-1904)
Marriage: May 16, 1882, Cynthiana, Harrison County, Kentucky
Children: Felix Ashbrook (1883-1884); Mary Fithian; Reuben Brent (1886-1918); Helen

R. B. HUTCHCRAFT,1 P. O. Paris; dealer in hemp, wool, blue grass and grain; was born in Clintonville Precinct; son of Reuben Hutchcraft and Fannie Hedges; Reuben was born in Culpepper [sic] County, Va.; son of Thomas, who married a Miss Apperson; Thomas Hutchcraft served seven years in the Revolutionary war, after which he settled in Virginia; he afterward emigrated to this State, locating in this county, where he remained until his death; he had five children: John, Reuben, James, Nimrod and Mrs. W. P. Hume, all of whom were always identified with this county and its interests; Reuben, the father of R. B., died in 1865; ten children were born to him that lived to be grown: John H., Thomas, Lou, Silas, Mary E.. William, Clay, Ella, Reuben Brent, and Nannie; mother died in 1867; was a member of the Baptist Church; he was not a member of any church; was an old line Whig; an upright man, and one that was highly esteemed by his friends and acquaintances; was raised upon the farm; in 1873, he came to Paris, and has since been engaged in business, being one of the largest dealers in his line in the city; he is treasurer of the contemplated K.U.R. Road.

Sources
1. Perrin, p. 470

Name: Silas HEDGES
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Birth: November 3, 1803
Death: June 30, 1880 Age: 76
Father: John HEDGES (1771-1857)
Mother: Catherine "Kate" TROUTMAN (1773-1833)

Spouses
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1: Elizabeth Jane EWALT
Birth: January 1, 1824, Paris, Kentucky
Death: 1895 Age: 70
Father: Richard EWALT (1795-1833)
Mother: Mariah STAMPS (1794-1871)
Marriage: August 29, 1839, Paris, Bourbon County, Kentucky2
Marriage Memo: Officiated by Elder Raines
Children: Richard (1840-); Mollie (Lucinda) (1842-)

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2: Frances BRANHAM
Children: Willis

SILAS HEDGES,1 deceased. The Hedges' family trace their ancestry to Sir Charles Hedges, an English politician, who graduated at Oxford in 1675 and died in 1714; he had four daughters and one son, whose name was Joseph, who emigrated to America at an early day, locating in Price William's County, Md.; to him were born nine children, whose names were: Solomon, Charles, Joshua, Jonas, Joseph, Samuel, Catharine, Dorcas and Ruth; Solomon died in West Virginia in 1797; his family consisted of six children: Rebecca, Joseph, Catharine, Silas, Joshua and Rachel; Joseph, mentioned above, emigrated to Kentucky about 1789; locating at Stoney Point, in Bourbon County; his children were: John, Samuel, James, Jonas, Charles and three daughters; John was the father of Silas, whose name heads this page; John married Kate Troutman, and by her had the following children, viz: Peter, Silas, James, Nancy, Fannie, Lucinda, Mary and Scytha; all lived to be grown, and settled in this county; Silas was twice married, first to Frances Branham, who died leaving one son, Willis W., now living in this county; in 1839 he-married Elizabeth J. Ewalt, born Jan. 1, 1824; in Paris Precinct, Bourbon County, daughter of Richard and Maria (Stamps) Ewalt. Mr. Hedges engaged in farming and was successful; he was a member of the Christian Church, and a valued citizen; his death occurred June 30, 1880; he had two children: Richard and Mollie; the former died, aged seventeen) the latter married William S. Grimes, born August 1837, in Clintonville Precinct, this county, son of John S. and Katie (Scott) Grimes; John S. was a son of Sylvester Grimes; Wm. S. Grimes died May 3, 1881, leaving two daughters: Lizzie E. and Sallie S.; Mrs. Grimes resides with her mother in Paris, where they leave a handsome residence and several hundred acres of land in this county.

Sources
1. Perrin, p. 471
2. "The Western Citizen," Paris, Kentucky, 8/30/1839.

Name: Charles V. HIGGINS
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CHARLES V. HIGGINS,1 retired; P. O. Paris; was born Sept. 17., 1807, in Montgomery County, this State; only son born to James and Mary (Williams) Higgins. The Higgins family are of Scotch-Irish descent, of whom William Higgins was the first of whom there is any definite account, he being the great-grandsire of our subject; he removed from Ireland to the Old Dominion, and settled prior to the Revolution, and raised a family of seven sons and one daughter; the sons were: William, Moses, Aaron, Capt. James, John, Joel and Jesse; of the nuinber Moses was the grandfather of Chas. V.; James served in the war of the Revolution, commanding a company. Aaron Higgins was the first one of the name that came to Kentucky about 1780, and entered 3,000 acres of land in what is now Montgomery County; upon this land all of his brothers (above mentioned) settled; Aaron was killed by the Indians at Sinclair's defeat. Moses Higgins married Jane Jeter, by whom he had: James, William, Betsey, Katie, Matilda, Nancy and America; of this number, James was the father of our subject; he was born in 1781 in Virginia, and married Mary Williams, born in 1784, likewise of Virginia birth; she was a daughter of Raleigh Williams, of English descent. Of the Higgins brothers above mentioned, William T. was a physician, and settled in Mississippi, and was drowned while crossing a river. James Higgins was a farmer and brick-mason ; he built many of the houses yet standing in Mt. Sterling, Ky.; he had five children born to him; all died before they grew up except Chas. V., who left home and learned the tan and currier's trade, at Boonesborough and Winchester; Nov. 18, 1828, he married Judith Y. Stone, who was born in Bourbon County March 8, 1812; she was a daughter of John and Judith (Parrott) Stone, both natives of Albemarle County, Va., and came here to Bourbon County in 1811. Mr. Stone died March 8, 1821; his wife in 1859; to them were born six children: Elizabeth, Thomas, John, William, Judith and James M., who resides in Texas; he and Mrs. Higgins alone survive. After Mr. and Mrs. Higgins were married they moved to North Middletown, where he engaged in the tan and currier business, remaining here until 1834; then sold out and moved to Montgomery County, remaining there until 1837, when he returned to Middletown; since that time he has been a constant resident of the county; for several years has been a resident of Paris, where he now resides. Notwithstanding he began with nothing, he has by successful management, amassed a good fortune, having a large amount of land and much valuable town property in this city. He has been connected with the Deposit Bank in this place since its commencement, first as Director, and since 1867 as President. He has but one child, Charles V., present Treasurer of the county. Mr. Higgins is not a member of any church or society, but not opposed to them or the principles they espouse.

Sources
1. Perrin, pp. 471-472

Name: R. W. HUTCHCRAFT
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Birth: July 4, 1832, Bourbon County, Kentucky
Military: Civil War
Military Memo: Union soldier, Co. E., 15th Iowa Infantry
Father: James HUTCHCRAFT (1800-1863)
Mother: Eliza WILLIAMS (1812-)

Spouses
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1: Susan CROXTON
Birth: about 1836
Death: 1863 Age: 27
Father: Henry CROXTON (1807-1868)
Mother: Anne K. REDMON (1816-1878)
Marriage: January 13, 1807, Bourbon County, Kentucky
Children: Annie; James P.; Harry; Davis

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2: Margaret FLEMING
Father: Thomas FLEMING
Marriage: 1867
Children: Emma

R. W. HUTCHCRAFT,1 U. S. store-keeper; P. O. Paris; born in North Middletown Precinct, July 4, 1832; was the second child and eldest son of his parents, who were James and Eliza (Williams) Hutchcraft. James Hutchcraft was born January, 1800, in Bourbon County, in North Middletown, and died 1863; son of Thomas Hutchcraft, a native of Fauquier County, Va. He came to Kentucky about the year 1798. The mother of our subject was born 1812, in Montgomery County, Ky., daughter of Gen. Samuel L. Williams and Fannie Clark, both families from Virginia. R. W. had but common school advantages; was raised a farmer. Jan. 13, 1807, he married in this county, Susan Croxton, daughter of Henry Croxton and Ann Redmon; shortly after his marriage, he removed to Lee County, Iowa, and engaged in farming. At the outbreak of the war, he "donned the blue," and enlisted July 1861. in Co. E, 15th Iowa Infantry, and was wounded in the battle of Shiloh. After one year of active service, he was assigned to the Quartermaster's department, where he remained until the close of the war; after which he returned to his family in Bourbon County. In 1867, he moved to Fleming County, this State, remaining there three years, in Government employ as Gauger. Upon his return to this county, he engaged in farming. Since 1878, he has been in Government employ--now Storekeeper. His wife died 1863; by her had four children, viz: Annie, James P., Harry and Davis. 1867, he married Margaret, daughter of Thomas Fleming. By last wife has one child, Emma. Mr. Hutcheraft has a snug home, in this precinct; is a warm friend to education, and a member of the M. E. Church, of which his parents were true followers.

Sources
1. Perrin, p. 472

Name: James W. INGELS
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Father: Boone INGELS (1784-1837)
Mother: Elizabeth REED

Spouses
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1: Amanda CROSE
Death: 1855
Father: Levi CROSE
Marriage: 1835
Children: Benjamin; Wilson; Boone; Ella; Belle; George

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2: Mary DAVIS
Father: George M. DAVIS (1794-)
Mother: Mary McCLINTOCK (1796-)
Marriage: 1857
Children: Lizzie

JAMES W. INGELS,1 retired; P. O. Paris. In the year 1782, James Ingels, the grandfather of the above, left Pennsylvania, and, with his family, bent his steps toward Kentucky; the country, then, as the reader can well imagine, was anything but promising or inviting, but the wayfaring man was seeking a home for himself and family, and was prepared to meet hardships; in passing through Maysville, having no gun, he contracted with a gunsmith there to make him one and take his pay in bacon when it could be procured; Mr. Ingels came on with his family, locating at Grant's Station, near Bryant's Station; Mr. Ingels finally raised the necessary amount of bacon and sent a hired boy with it to Maysville to make the exchange; strange to say, the boy, horse and cart, bacon and gun were never heard from until several years later, when Mr. Ingels received a letter from the boy, then a grown-up man, saying that he had wandered off into Ohio instead of going to Maysville; had bought him a home and was doing well, and if he (Mr. Ingels) would come there he would pay him for his bacon, horse and cart, &c; Mr. Ingels never went. This old pioneer died on the place he settled in 1803; he had five sons and four daughters born to him; Joseph, the eldest, married Mrs. Bryant, a niece of Daniel Boone; James settled on the homestead; Thomas and John settled in Indiana; Edith married Welson Hunt, and located in Missouri; Nellie became the wife of Mr. Victor, and settled in Nicholas County; Boone Ingels, the father of our subject, was born at Grant's Station, 1781, and raised a farmer until seventeen, when his father died; in 1808 he came to Paris, where he carried on the hatter's trade until his death in 1837, when 53 years of age; he raised a family of nine children, eight sons and one daughter. Our subject was raised to the business his father prosecuted, after going for him to St. Louis to buy furs; in 1832 he went to Jacksonville, Ills., where he spent two years in business with Forsythe & Butler; he re