History of Lawrence, Orange and Washington Counties, Indiana
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JOHN REYMAN
Was born in Virginia, May 10, 1801; is the third child born to Joseph and Elizabeth (Hershaw) Reyman, who were natives of Pennsylvania; the former born October 18, 1766; his wife, March 22, 1771. They were married in Virginia about the year1790. In 1803 they moved to Kentucky, and in 1811 removed to Washington County, Ind, and settled on a farm one and a half miles north of Salem. They were highly respected; were very much devoted to each other; both were taken sick at the same time; both died August 26, 1835, and now rest in one grave in the cemetery of Salem. Our subject has been a resident of the county since 1811, and was raised on his father's farm. Later he was engaged in the manufacture of fanning-mills, and in flat-boating, to New Orleans. At the age of twenty-eight years he located three miles east of Salem, where he engaged in the manufacture of furniture. In 1870 he retired from active life, having acquired a fine fortune. He is a man of exceptionally good business qualities, quick perception, ready common sense, and possesses a high regard for what is manly and just. He represented the people of his county in the Legislature in 1827-28. He has been three times married. In 1829 he married Hannah Lindley, a native of North Carolina, born 1806; by this marriage the following children were born: Martha J., Jacob (deceased), Thomas, Amanda, William L. and Ilif (deceased). Mrs. Reyman's death occurred in 1842. He took for his second wife Rebecca Lindley, sister of his first wife. By this union there is one child living, Joseph lvl. After the death of this lady he wedded Huldah Stanley who died April 18, 1881. Mr. Reyman has been a life long Whig or Republican.

History of Lawrence, Orange and Washington Counties, Indiana
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GEORGE P. RIESTER
Was born January 31, 1851, in Dubois County, Ind., and is a son of George Riester, who immigrated from Germany to the United States and settled in the county where our subject was born when it was yet now and but sparsely settled. He followed farming and merchandising there until his death, in 1857. When very young, Georoe P. was cast upon his own resources, and at sixteen years of age began the blacksmith trade. At its completion he opened a shop in Lawrence County, where he continued six years, then removed to Salem, where he has since been engaged in the manufacture of wagons, buggies, and doing a general blacksmithing business. Mr. Riester is a first-class mechanic, and enjoys a large patronage. In 1876 he married Miss Maggie Smith, of Lawrence County, Ind., and daughter of Andrew Smith. Their children are four in number, and are named, William, Frank, Tracy and Edna. Mr. Riester is a Democrat, and an industrious and respected citizen.

History of Lawrence, Orange and Washington Counties, Indiana
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S. D. SAYLES
Was born in Brown Township, this county, December 26, 1828, and was there raised and educated. He is a son of Eliab and Persis (Jenks) Sayles, who were natives of Utica, N. Y., and St Johnsbury, Vt., respectively, and who settled at the birthplace of our subject in about 1826, making it their homes the remainder of their days, the former dying in 1862 and the latter in 1880. S. D. Sayles learned the edge-tool maker's trade of his father, who pursued that vocation in the East, and also extensively in this county. When twenty-one he took his father's place at the forge, in his native township, where he remained until 1856, when he came to Salem, purchased the Forsey factory, and until the breaking out of the war manufactured edge tools and farm machinery. He was the first man from Washington County to volunteer in his country's cause, and helped recruit Company G, Thirteenth Indiana Volunteer Infantry, of which he was elected Captain. By reason of disability he was mustered out of service Februarv 22, 1863, but shortly thereafter again went to the front as Lieutenant-Colonel of the One Hundred and Seventeenth Regiment, and was in command of the regiment until his final discharge in 1864. Col. Sayles was in the battles of Greenbrier, Malvern Hills, second Winchester-where he was twice wounded-Big Black River, Blue Springs, and various lesser engagements. After the war for one year he was in Missouri, then returned to Salem and engaged in the lumber business, which he has since continued with success. He is an influential Republican in politics, is a member of the G. A. R., and was married in 1850 to Eleanor Greene, by whom be became the father of five children, all dead but Mattie E., now Mrs. Dr. H. C. Hobbs, of Salem.

History of Lawrence, Orange and Washington Counties, Indiana
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ROBERT R. SHANKS
A descendant of one of Washington County's earliest settlers, was born March 21, 1828, in this county, and is a son of William and Hannah (Cravens) Shanks. William Shanks was an ordained minister of the Methodist Episcopal Church, and by preaching over a wide tract of territory in an early day became widely known over this and adjoining counties. He also was selected to represent Washington County in both branches of the State Legislature, and filled these positions with fidelity and ability. Robert R. passed his youth and early manhood on his parents' farm, securing such education as was obtainable at that early day. October 24, 1851, he wedded Elizabeth Fulmer, a native of this county, and daughter of Henry and Sarah (Brewer) Fulmer, and four children have been born to their marriage, named James L., Sarah E., William H. and Martha E., now Mrs. William Etzler. Mr. Shanks is one of Salem's well known and highly respected citizens, and as a Democrat in politics has served in several positions of honor and trust, among them being Trustee of Pierce Township. He is a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church.

History of Lawrence, Orange and Washington Counties, Indiana
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LEWIS N. SMITH
Was born in Washington County, Ind., March 25, 1832; was raised to manhood on his father's farm, secured a good practical education, and for ten years taught school winters and farmed summers. Miss Nancy J. Worrall, daughter of Isaac and Sally (Caress) Worrall, who were among the pioneers of this county, became his wife October 6, 1853, and by her he is the father of this family: Franklin P., who is Superintendent of the Public Schools of Bedford; Spencer W., a graduate of the Louisville Medical College, and a practicing physician at Leesville, this State; Laura B. and Lewis N. Mrs. Smith was born in Clark County, Ind., January 30, 1835. Mr. Smith is one of the prosperous farmers of the county, owning 275 acres of well improved land. He is a Democrat, serving as such as County Commissioner six years, and is a member of the Masonic fraternity. Richard Smith, his father, was born in Virginia, December 7, 1793, and September 24, 1822, married Hannah Etzler, who was born September 24, 1803. He served in the war of 1812, immrigrated to Washington County, Ind., in 1823, and settled on a farm three miles southeast of Salem, where he died June 28. 1833, a member of long standing in the Baptist Church. His widow yet survives him, and resides with the subject of this sketch.

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FRANKLIN STANDISH
Silas and Mary (Barnes) Standish, grandparents of the subject of this memoir, were natives of Connecticut, their respective births occurring the same year, 1791. They removed from New York State to Clark County, Ind., in 1819, and from there to Washirigton County nine vears later, where Mr. Standish died in 1869 and his widow in 1875. William Standish. father of Franklin, was born in York State, March 13, 1818, and since the age of ten years has been a resident of this county. In 1837 Annie Maudlin, who was born June 21, 1816, became his wife and by her he was the father of these children: Silas (deceased), Benjamin, Miles, a soldier of the late war and starved to death in Andersonville Prison, Lewis and John I.. The motber dying, Mr. Standish took for his second wife, Margaret J. Buchanan, who was born in this county, January 19, 1820, daughter of E. and A. (Colglazier) Buchanan. Franklin, Mary A. and Sandford H. are the children born to this union. Franklin Standish was born in 1853, and although yet a young, man, is one of the most successful stock-dealers of this county. In 1873 he married Miss 0. E. Wright who was born in 1854, a daughter of Josiah and Melissa (Crabb) Wright. Two sons-Miles and Dawson-have been born to them. The parents belong to the Christian Church, and Mr. Standish is a publican.

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WARDER W. STEVENS
Born in Hardin County, Ky., September 30, 1845, is a son of Henderson and Catharine (Hayden) Stevens. When a small lad his parents moved to Harrison County, Ind., where he was reared upon a farm. After attending the district schools in youth he entered the State University at Bloomington, which graduated him from the Law Department in 1867. Locating at Salem to practice his profession, be was appointed in 1870 to fill an unexpired term as County Auditor. In 1871 and 1872 he served as State's Attorney, and also in 1871 formed a partnership with A. A. Cravens in the purchase of the Salem Democrat. For three years he was associated with Mr. Cravens, then purchased his interest and for a number of years conducted the best newspaper in Salem. In 1879 he purchased his present farm of 150 acres, and the same year wedded Miss Alice Cosper, daughter of Lewis and Sarah (Collier) Cosper. In politics he is an unswerving Democrat. He is a member of the Blue Lodge and Chapter in Masonry, and he and his wife are the parents of one son, Ray.

History of Lawrence, Orange and Washington Counties, Indiana
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HENRY STREAKER
County Treasurer, is a native of Holland, his birth taking place October 18, 1828, and is a son of Benjamin and Eliza (Payne) Streaker. At ten years of age he immigrated to America, and for a number of. years resided in Cincinnati, Ohio, where he learned and worked at shoemaking. In 1852 he came to Salem, Ind., and opening a shop began, in a small way, the extensive business of which he is now proprietor. His success has been brought about by hard work, economy, honesty and enterprise, and through this method he has established not only a profitable traide all over Washington County, but has become one of the most substantial merchants of Salem. Mr. Streaker is a member of the I. 0. 0. F. and Masonic orders, and as a Democrat in politics was elected to the office of County Treasurer in 1882, and renominated for same position in 1884. He was married November 6, 1854, to Miss Sarah J. Lee, who was born in Washington County, Ind., in 1836, a daughter of Michael and Mary (Goodridge) Lee. This lady died June 22, 1883, and the following named of her children yet survive her: Mary, Lizzie, Annie, Sarah, Lee H. and Lena.

History of Lawrence, Orange and Washington Counties, Indiana
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JAMES M. TAYLOR
County Clerk, was born in Washington County, Indiana, December 6, 1842, the youngest son of Samuel and Mary (Turpin) Taylor. Until twenty-one years of age he remained at home assisting his parents on the farm and also attending district school. When eighteen years old he taught his first term of public school and when twenty he attended Salem High School two terms. He engaged in clerking at that age and was afterward book-keeper in the woolen mills one year. In 1867 he was appointed Deputy Treasurer of the county, serving as such eighteen months, then moving to Campbellsburg, engaged in mercantile pursuits. Succeeding this for two years he taught public school, and in 1872 moved to Memphis, Indiana, teaching in the graded schools of that place until 1874. In March of that year he was appointed Deputy County Clerk, and in 1878 was elected as principal of that office for four years. He has since been re-elected and is now serving his second term. In politics he is a stalwart Democrat. May 5, 1864, Miss Mary E. McCoskey became his wife, and four children have blessed them, and are named Lulu, Lillie B., Nellie D. and Helen M. The parents are members of the Methodist EpiscopaI Church.

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JOHN H. TRUEBLOOD
Postmaster at Canton, was born in this county September 11, 1815, and is the eldest of ten children born to James and Patsey Trueblood, both natives of North Carolina, where they married, Oct. 13, 1814. James Trueblood was born February 27, 1795, and received a much more than ordinary education. He and wife moved to Washington County, Ind., in 1815,where by a long life of usefulness they gained the respect and esteem of all who know them. Firm in his opinions against human slavery, he lived to see his greatest wish consummated, and died May 8,1884, a member of the Friends Church. His wife, also a member of that religious denomination, died April 22, 1884 John H. Trueblood lived with his parents until his majority, and subsequently for a number of years, clerked, operated a market wagon, merchandise at Harristown where he also was Postmaster and railway agent, and for three years was engaged in the grocery trade at New Albany and kept the Commercial Hotel. Succeeding this he returned to Canton where for the past twenty-five years he has been Postmaster. Mr. Trueblood has been four times married: first in 1839, to Sarah Green; next in 1851, to Nancy Thompson; the third time to Elizabeth Thompson, and the last time in 1862, to Elizabeth Allager. Three children were born to his first marriage, only Benjamin F. now living, none to his second, three by his third, all dead, and six by his present wife, the following yet living Luella E., Sarah E., Minnie E., Bertha M. and Josephine E.

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JOSEPH TRUEBLOOD
A native of the county of which he is now a resident, is a son of Nathan and Patience (Newby) Trueblood, who were natives of North Carolina, the former born October 31, 1781 and the latter in 1784. These parents were married in their native State and in 1815 immigrated Westward where land was cheaper and better. They settled in Washington County, Indiana Territory, where Mr. Trueblood died January 22, 1910, preceded by Mrs. Trueblood February 1, 1863. Joseph Trueblood, as did his father before him, has followed agricultural pursuits through life. He was born September 8, 1817, and February 10, 1842, led to the matrimonial altar Miss Semira B. Lindley, who was born in this county January 14, 1820. Mrs. Trueblood is a daughter of Samuel and Mary (Braxtan) Lindley, who were born in North Carolina December 28, 1771, and March 15, 1777, respectively. They immigrated to this county in 1811 when there were as many Indians as white people, and here Mr. Lindley died, February 11, 1853, and his wife, April 11, 1846. Mr. Trueblood is the owner of a fine farm, is a Republican in politics, and he and wife are members of the Friends Church, and parents of this family: Lucius B., Edmund A., Mary L. (Mrs. A. P. Hinshaw), and Elizabeth (deceased).

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SAMUEL TRUEBLOOD
Was born in Washington County, Ind., December 19, 1821. Caleb Trueblood, his father, was born May 2, 1790, in the Old North State, married Miss Mary Pyle, who was born May 21, 1797, a daughter of John and Ruth Pyle, and in about 1810 immigrated to this county, where they took an active part in pioneer pursuits, and where he died June 3, 1857, and his wife July 25, 1845. Caleb Trueblood, Sr., grandfather of Samuel, was born April 14, 1732, in North Carolina, a son of Amos Trueblood, who emigrated from England to this country in 1700. Samuel Trueblood has been a constant resident of this county from the time of his birth, and for many years has been a minister of the Society of Friends. June 12, 1845, he married Priscilla Wilson, who was born in this county May 17, 1824. Mrs. Trueblood is a daughter of Henry and Deborah (Coffin) Wilson, whose respective births occurred. in North Carolina, April 8, 1791, and November 25,1794. They came to Washington County, Ind., about 1816, where Mr. Wilson died July 12, 1863, preceded by his wife July 18, 1855. To the marriage of Samuel Trueblood and wife the following named children have been born: Emily, born July 22, 1846; Melinda, January 22, 1849; Linus M., February 18, 1854; Henry W., July 14, 1855; Deborah A., December 18, 1856, died February 17, 1875; Lamira, November 12, 1858; Alida C., July 21, 1861, and Mary Ada, June 13, 1868.

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WILLIAM F. TRUEBLOOD
A native of the county in which he yet resides, was born November 22, 1822, a son of Abel and Mary (Simons) Trueblood, who were natives of North Carolina, from whence they immigrated to Washington County, Ind., in 1816, where Mr. Trueblood died in 1840 at the age of sixty-nine years, his widow following him several years later. They were among Washington County's best people and followers of the Quakers' religious belief. William F. Trueblood was raised on the old home farm, in youth attending the district schools. He advocates the principles of the Republican party, has served his township with credit as Trustee; and is the owner of a farm containing 174 acres. March 13, 1851, he married Miss Sarah Parker, and by her is the father of four children, named. Maria, Matilda, now Mrs. E. Stout, Addie and Horace M. Mrs. Trueblood is a native of the Hoosier State; born September 1, 1830, daughter of William and Elizabeth (Peele) Parker. Both Mr. Trueblood and wife are members of the Society of Friends.

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THOMAS M. TUCKER
Born in Washington County, Ind., August 25, 1828, is a son of James and Sarah (Houston) Tucker, who were natives respectively of Georgia and Kentucky, and who settled near New Philadelphia, in this county, in 1824, where the former died in 1866, and his widow in 1881. They were well known and highly respected people, and members of the Presbyterian Church. Thomas M. worked on his father's farm, and attended district school until nineteen years old, then attended Washington County Seminary at Salem for a time, and later Hanover College, which graduated him in 1855. For six months he was in charge of the Livonia Seminary, succeeding which he studied medicine with Dr. Fishback, and attended medical lectures at the Cincinnati Medical College, from which he received his degree as "M D." in 1860. For four years he practiced his profession at New Philadelphia, then moved to Salem, where he continued three years longer. From that time until 1883 he carried on an extensive practice in the northern part of the county with headquarters at Kossuth, then returned to Salem, where he has since resided, engaged in active business pursuits. In 1857 he was united in marriage with Miss S. Burke, who died after two years of wedded life. Mary Burcham became his second wife in 1862, and six children have boon born to them: James B., William W., Mary L., Sarah E., Martha I. and Elizabeth B.

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S. B. VOYLES
A native of Salem, Ind., was born July 13, 1843, and was here educated and reared to manhood. When treason threatened to overthrow the Union, he volunteered his services for its preservation and August 16, 1861, became a private in Company G, Eighteenth Regiment Indiana Volunteer Infantry. He actively participated in the battles of Pea Ridge, Cotton Plant, Thompson's Hills, Raymond, Champion Hills, Big Black River, the siege and capture of Vicksburg, the siege of Jackson, and after the reduction of the latter city was returned to Vicksburg. From here they were sent to New Orleans and from thence ordered to repair to Matagorda Island, Tex., and capture Fort Esperanza. After that mission was successfully performed, Mr. Voyles remained on detached duty until being mustered out in August, 1864, by reason of term of service expiring. Returning home he attended school for a time, then read law in Franklin County, Mo., with Judge J. W. Owens. In 1868 be began practicing his profession, and has here built up a large and lucrative practice. As a Democrat he has served two elective terms ending October 22, 1877, as Prosecutor for the Third Judicial Circuit, and in 1876 was a delegate to the National Democratic Convention held at St. Louis. He has also served as a member of the Indiana State Democratic Central Committee, and in 1880 was elected to the State Senate. Willard, Clara, Tommy and Katie are the children born to his union with Miss Maud Huston, which was solemnized November 13, 1873. Mr. Voyles is a son of William and Barbara (Wilson) Voyles, both born here and the latter yet living, and grandson of Roland and Elizabeth (Lingle) Voyles, who were natives of North Carolina and immigrated to Washington County, Ind., in l8l2. William Voyles, great grandfather of S. B., and father of Roland, was a native of Wales, and came to America in about 1740, with the French Huguenots, who were compelled to leave their native land by reason of their religious belief. He here served in the Revolutionary war.

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THOMAS WILLIAMS
A native of Clermont County, Ohio, was born March 8, 1826. John Williams, his father, was born in Ohio and was twice married, his first wife, the mother of Thomas, being Mary McGindley, a Pennsylvanian by birth; and the latter Rebecca Sheldon. By each wife he was the father of six children, only one by the first and two by the last now living. Thomas Williams was raised on a farm in his native State, where he received a common education and where he learned blacksmithing. June 14, 1847, he became a private in Company D, Fourth Regiment Ohio Volunteer Infantry for the Mexican war, and serving with Gen. Lane through many marches and battles of Atlixco and Tiaxcalo, was discharged in July, 1848. In 1850 Nancy Pool became his wife, and May 1, 1854, he was left a widower with one son Rufus L., since deceased. Christmas, 1854, he married Nancy A. Houston, and shortly thereafter moved to Texas and engaged in wool and stockgrowing. February 22, 1862, his second wife died, and September 14, 1865, Cynthia L. Houston, his second wife's sister and present wife, became Mrs. Williams. The fall of 1865 he was appointed Postmaster at Canton, Tex., and a short time previous was commissioned by the Governor, Clerk of Van Zant County. By virtue of the latter office he became a member of the Board that administered the oath of amnesty to disloyal citizens. In November, 1866, he removed North and until March, 1873, resided in Spencer County, this State, and Minnesota. Since then he has resided at Salem, keeping hotel, and is the present proprietor of the Hungate House. Allie, Emma, Lucretia (deceased) and Annie (deceased), were the children born to his second marriage, and Kate J. to his present union. Until 1854 Mr. Williams was a Democrat in politics, then a Know Nothing and since 1856 a Republican. He is a member of the A. F. & A. M., dimit member of the I. 0. 0. F., and he and family belong to the Regular Baptist Church.

History of Lawrence, Orange and Washington Counties, Indiana
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Data Entry by Jerry Mounts