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Murphy, Elizabeth {I0738} (b. 8 FEB 1822, d. 23 MAY 1896)

Note: This was written at the end of her obituary;

She always responded and with much delight.
She helped those in trouble in day or at night;
Unselfish in spirit she worked not for praise
She ministered mercy in may kind ways.
Her hands are now folded,her last act is done,
Her days have been numbered,her race has been run;
God bless the grief stricken and teach them tolive.
And by grace,lead them,their hearts to christ way.

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Richwood Gazette
Thurs. May 28, 1896

Aunt Eliza Called To Her Eternal Reward. A Pioneer Of Claibourne Township.

Mrs. Elizabeth Ross, better known as "Aunt Eliza" was called to her eternal home on Saturday afternoon, after intense suffering from the infirmities of old age for almost two years.
She was born In Westmoreland Co.,Pa., February 8, 1822 and brought by her parents to this community in 1836. She was united in marriage to Joseph N. Ross in 1841 and to them were born four children, two sons and two daughters.
Both daughters died in infancy. The husband deceased, died on December 31, 1869, leaving a widow and two sons to mourn the loss of a kind husband and provident father.
Aunt Eliza was known by everybody in this township, having lived in this vicinity for over forty years. She leaves a wide circle of relatives and friends to mourn her departure. Many indeed were the deeds and acts of kindness performed by her in this community. frequent were the calls made upon her by the neighbors for help and service in case of sickness and death, and in no instance is she known to have refused or failed to respond when it was possible for her to do so. Her heart was a tender and sympathatic one, unselfish in her motive, liberal in kindness and generous even to a fault. Her hospatility is widely known and spoken of highly and favorably by all who known her and peculiarly a cheerful disposition made her and her home objects of attractions. Many indeed have come to her with their tales of woe and have been greatly benefitted by her wise council and sound judgement. But also, her tongue has ceased to talk; her eyes have closed to earthly scenes; her heart has ceased to beat; she is numbered now among the departed, but her memory will be cherished by a large host of admiring and sorring friends."Aunt Eliza's" name and memory will long be in the heart and memories of the people of this community and her voice, her smile and her presence will indeed be greatly missed, especially in her home and by her neighbors.
The funeral took place on Monday, may 26, at her late home on North main Street, and was conducted by Rev. J.W. James, assisted by Rev. n.A. Shedd, a very large number of citizens assembled on the occasion to pay a tribute of respect to her remains and cherish sacredly her memory. For the past year she has been afflicted and receiving special attention from her kindred, yet the untiring and uncomplaining service of love rendered her by her daughter-in-law, Mrs. Anna Ross, deserves unqualified, commendation, and she has truly sacrifieced her oun comforts for her mother and thus is worthy of distingguished praise for her devotion and christ like spirit and disposition.


She always responded and with much delight
She helped those in trouble in day or at night;
Unselfish in spirit she worked not for praise
She ministered mercy in many kind ways;
Her hands are now folded, her last act is done,
Her days have been numbered, her race has been run;
God bless the grief stricken and teach them to live.
And by his grace, lead them, their hearts to Christ way.


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Murphy, John {I0739} (b. 15 DEC 1827, d. 15 DEC 1863)
Note: John married Lavina Spicer for his second wife on May 10,1857.

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Jr., Joseph G. Murphy {I0741} (b. 1832, d. 9 APR 1908)
Note: Claibourne News
March 26,1885
Joseph Murphy is building a fine residence on his father's farm.

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Richwwod Gazette
March 19,1903

Joe Murphy
Takes an involuntary bath while superintending a job of work on t
Boulevard.
Joe Murphy, the contractor, took a swim while working in a New house being erected by F. Brown on the boulevard. He was engaged in putting in a house sanitary sewer connection at the house and in ordeer to do this it was necessary to top in the brick foundation. The recent heavy rains had filled the cellar with water to the depth of six feet, and when the tap was made in the wall it rushed out with such force that the ground on either side of the trench caved in. Mr. Murphy, who was standing on the one side, superintending the work, waqs knocked from his feet and thrown head foremost into the water. He was not injured to any extent, other than a slight sprain to his right ankle.
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March 14,1903
Marion Star
Mrs. D. Murphy is visiting her daughter, Mrs.Anna Thompson at Kemp,OH.
Marion Star March 14th.

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Murphy, James Albert {I0742} (b. 24 APR 1833, d. 13 JAN 1911)
Note: Richwood Gazette
Jan.19,1911 pg.4
James G. Murphy
Son of Joseph and Rebecca Murphy was born in Westmoreland County, Pa., April 29, 1833 and at the age of six years came with his parents to this vicinty where they settled on the farm, which included the home in which he has lived for many years and where he died. On May 12, 1858, he was united in marriage to Nancy Whaley and to this union seven children were born; five boys and two girls; which are as follows; William, Joseph, Albert, Edward, Emery, Mrs. Rebecca Moore and Mrs. Minnie Searight. His companion died September 15, 1908. He was again married on february 14, 1909 to Widow Mrs. catherine Gray and with her lived until April 14, 1910, when death claimed her and again left companionless. In November of last year(1910) he was united in marriage to Mrs. Rosetta Webb, who survives him.

On August 16, 1864 he enlisted in the 174th Regiment, OVI and served until mustered out June 28th, 1865. In early life he became a member of the M.E. Church and joined the class then worshipping in a school house known as Stony Point School House.. This class was disbanded many years ago and he was a member of the M.P. Church of Claibourne at the time of his death, "Father Murphy" belonged with the pioneers of this vicinty, coming here whenvery little of the country was cleared and his life has been one of incessant toil.He has seen the country transformed from a wilderness of wood to one of fertile fields and comfortable homes.He has done his part and filled up the measure of his alotted time. His last illness was of short duration, and at 8:30 p.m., Friday January 13, he fell asleep at the ripe old age of 77 years, 8 months,20 days, leaving to mourn his death, a companion, seven children and a large number of friends and neighbors.
Funeral services was held at the home Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock, conducted by Rev. Charles B. Doty. The remains were laid to rest in Stony Point Cemetery.
























Richwood Gazette Thurs.Jan.31,1889
James Murphy has rented his farm for a term of years to Jenkin Mulvaine and son .

m2.Feb.14,1909 (Wid) Catherine Gray (d.April 14,1910)
m 3.November 1910 to Mrs. Rosetta Horn) Webb.

This note was found in the Marysville Republican newspaper on December 1,1910.

James Murphy, a farmer of Claibourne township, in his 78th year appeared at the probate court Monday and was granted a license to wed Mrs. Rosetta Horn Webb,56,of the same township. Murphy has been previously married twice and has a number of grown children,who did not know that he intended to marry a third time. When Judge Thorton asked Murphy what his children would think of his remarrying, he said "I wouldn;t be here if they knew it,Judge."

At the age of six he came with his parents to this vicinity.His obituary says he was 77 years,8 months and 20 days when he died.

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James G. Murphy was a Civil War Veteran.

In the 1900 census there is a James G.Murphy bornApril 1840 age 62,married
42 years,wife Nancy M. born February 1842 age 58.Their were 11 children born seven living.

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April 14,1910

Charley Murphy of Marion spent Sunday with James Murphy.

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Murphy, Prudence Jane {I0744} (b. 18 APR 1838, d. 7 SEP 1909)
Note: Richwood Gazette
Sept 9 1909
this is some of the things written about her in her obituary;
The deceased was one of the early pioneers of this vicinity and knew many of the hardships of early days. She was a good christian wife and mother and was loved by all who knew her, the old as well as the young. She loved her home and home life and was usually found at her post of duty in the home. Although of a quiet and unassuming disposition she was very loveable and had a sweet disposition, making friends wherever she went.
She had been an invalid for 8 years,but had only been confined to her bed since last April. Although she had been a very great sufferer she never complained but always patieny and cheerful during her long illness.

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Richwood Gazette
Sept. 1909

Mrs. V.F. Collier, died 7th of September, aged 72 years, 4 months and 20 days. Was born 18th April, 1837 near Claibourne. maiden name was Prudence Jane Murphy of Claibourne.

Married Vachel Ford Collier, 18th of December, 1855. Had one brother who survived. James Murphy of Claibourne.

She had been married 54 years. Had four children; Annabelle of Richwood, Charles F. who died at the age of 30 years, W. Scott of Richwood and John S. of Pavonia.


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N.Ross, Dr.Joseph {I0746} (b. 1792, d. 1869)
Note: Dr,Joseph N. Ross was probably the second physican in Richwood.
He came in 1840 from Zanesville and remained until his death

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ROSS------HEADLY
In 1835 my great Grandfather, Dr. Joseph N. Ross, a veteran of the war 1812, came to Richwood from Zanesville,Ohio, Muskingum County. He traveled here in a large wagon with all his earthly possessions, household goods and children. His children were all born in Holmes County,Ohio, his wife died there and is buried in that county.

Dr. Ross was the second physician to locate in Richwood. He moved onto a log house, here he made his home as well as his office. In 1985 finds the house still standing at 127 North Franklin Street, it has been enlarged, modernized and sided.

21, October, 1858, Mount Carmel Lodge #303 was chartered and organized, 9,November 1858 in the second floor of this log house of Dr. Ross.

Dr. Ross rode a large white stallion to make his house calls,he delivered babies for a fee of $5.00. Sometimes in place of money, which not many had, he took his pay in hay, corn,oats and straw for his horse and bags of potatoes, cabbage, apples, sometimes chickens and eggs for his family.

During his pactirce there was an epidemic fever, which was particularly severe in the Essex community. When his patients died Dr. Ross would place their bodies in a spring wagon and take them down along a creek and bury them. This spot is now known as the old Cheney Cemetery, but is no longer in use. After the epidemic he burned the wagon.

The Headly family lived on Bumpton road, now known as Landon Pike, this was great grandpa Isaac and his wife Sarah. They had several children, one was Nancy who married J. Alexander Ross, son of Dr. Ross. Nancy and Alexander settled on Bumptown Road and had three children, Laura, who married L.O. Slemmons; Lawrence E. who was killed in a hunting accident, 18th, December 1878 and Imogene who married Lewis Sayre.

Imogene and Lewis had a daughter, Nancy who married Arthur Rouse. They were parents of one son Jack. Jack married Joyce Ramsey and they had a daughter Cathy and a son Terry.

Dr. Joseph Ross practiced medicine until his death in 1869. He is buried in Stony Point Cemetery on the Zook Road North of Claibourne.

Dr. Ross married the second time and had two sons by Elizabeth Murphy. One son, my great Uncle Joe, lived in the log house until his death. He was a great guy, always had a sack of candy for me when he came to visit my parents. He played the fiddle for dances, for entertainments anf dor the pleasure of his family and friends.

I still have a large straight high back chair with arms, the one on the right being ringed in the center so it maybe raised or lowered. When raised it makes a writing desk. My Uncle Joe used this chair and now I use it each day as it sits by my telephone. This was one of the earthly possessions that my great grandfather brought to Richwood.

Wrote by
Nancy Rouse,Shoup







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Ross, James Alexander {I0747} (b. 9 NOV 1829, d. 27 MAR 1911)
Note: Richwood Gazette
Mar 30,1911

Alexander J. Ross
An aged resident of Northern union County, dies early Monday morning.

Another pioneer of this section was called to his eternal home Monday morning at 7 o'clock, when Alexander J. Ross , after a long and useful life, closed his eyes in the sleep of death. He was eighty one years old and had lived in or near Richwood for seventy on years. He was born in Holmes County and came here with his parents, the late Dr. Joseph N. and "Aunt Eliza" Ross fro Zanesville, when about 11 years old. Deathdue to general breaking down.

In early manhood the deceased was united in marriage to Nancy Headley, who lived near Richwood. They spent all of their married life on the farm. To their union, three children were born, Mrs. L.O. Slemmons of Richwood, Mrs. J.L. Sayre who lives with her parents and one son who died several years ago. Besides the two daughters, the widow survives.

The deceased was the only sur5vivor of a family of eight brothers and sisters. "Aunt Eliza" Ross, whom all remember was the second wife of Dr. Ross, and to their union four children were born.But two of the three survive. Joseph Ross, Richwood, and Mrs. Emily manchester, who lives in Iowa. the old Ross homestead on North franklin Street, where Joseph Ross still resides, is the oldest house in Richwood. Funeral services were held from the late home Wednesday afternoon at 1 o'clock. Rev. E.E. Pedicord of the Church of Christ, officiating. Internment was made at Claibourne Cemetery.

























Alex Ross-new barn, being built by Wm and L.O.Slemmons..Feb.17,1876.



From Union County History Book

James A. Ross, farmer, P.O. Richwood, was born in Holmes County, Ohio, November 9,1829, and is a son of Dr. Joseph N. Ross who sketch appears in this work. our subject received a common school education, and early adopted the profession of a farmer, which he has followed through life with marked success,now being the owner of seventy-one acres of good land. His farm is well improved and thoroughly cultivated and has good piked roads on three sides of it. He has made his way in the world entirley without aid, having started with nothing but a year old colt. He is a horse fancier, and he and his brother own one of the best Notman Horses in the county.

He was married October 27th, 1852 to Nancy Headley, who was born in Coshocton County, january 4, 1833, she is a daughter of Isaac Headley and Sarah (Dial) Headley, the former of Pennsylvania and the latter of Virginia. By this union three children were born; Laura E., wife of L.O.Slemmons, Lawrence E. deceased, December 18, 1878, (accidently shot while hunting) and Imogene, now attending school.




Richwood Gazette
March 30,1911/Thurs.

Alexander J. Ross
An aged Resident of Northern Union County, Dies Early Monday Morning

Another pioneer of this section was called to his eternal home Monday Morning at seven o'clock, when Alexander j. Ross, after a long and useful life, closed his eyes in the sleep of death. He was eighty-one years old and had lived in or near Richwood for seventy years. He was born in Holmes County and came here with his parents, the late Dr. Joseph N. and "Aunt Eliza" Ross, from Zanesville, when about eleven years old. Death was due to a general breaking down.

In early manhood the deceased was united in marriage to Miss Nancy Headley, who lived near Richwood. They spent all of their married life on the farm. To their union three children were born, Mrs L. O. Slemmons, of Richwood, Mrs J. L. Sayre, who lives with her parents, and one son, who died several years ago. Besides the two daughters, the widow survives.

The deceased was the only survivor of a family of eight brothers and sisters. " Aunt Eliza" Ross, whom all remember was the second wife of Dr. Ross, and to their union four children were born. But two of these survive, Joseph Ross, of Richwood, and Mrs. Emily Manchester, who lives in Iowa. The old Ross homestead on North Franklin street, where Joseph Ross still resides,is the oldest house in Richwood.Funeral services were held from the late home Wednesday afternoon at one o'clock, Rev. E.E. Pedicord, of the Churcvh of Christ, officating. Interment was made at Claibourne Cemetery.










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Ross, Joseph G {I0751} (b. JUN 1843, d. 1918)
Note: March 6,1873
Richwood Gazette
Joseph Ross living 3 miles west of town, met with an accident while hauling fire wood to his home, while crossing a pond, the ice gave away, a log rolled on his leg breaking it.

Taken from Ancestrails of Northern Union Co,OH.

149-152.Ross,Joseph G. age 68 Wid. 1910 census,Claibourne Twp.Union Co.OH.

Listed on 1880 Union Co census,Claibourne Twp;
Ross,Lucurgus 206D
Ross,Joseph G. 206D
Ross,Elizabeth 206D

Ross,James A. 198 D

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Ross, Lycurus {I0752} (b. JUL 1844, d. ?)
Note: Taken from Ancestrails of Northern Union County,OH

Feb 3, 1876
Lycurgus Ross-run away horse.


Richwood Gazette
Thurs.Sept. 13,1894
Lycurgus Ross
One of the oldest horsemen in this section is working,Deck, a six year old gelding owned by a company. He was sied by Limber Jim and dam,a Hambletonian mare. He has trotted in 2:40 and promises to show a still better clip with proper training. J.H. sied by Alert,dam,Sculyer Colfax, a 3 year old gelding, is also being worked by Mr.Ross and promises to become a good horse. Sanbury, 14828, a 4 year old datl bay stallion owned by Walter Morris of Hamilton county. He was sired by Judge Slisbury of Lexington, KY.,dam, Kate Sanhope. He has had little work, but promises to trot well. Billy H., a yearling pacing gelding sired by Dowdy Boy and owned by Alex Ross. Wilby J., a black stallion owned by Elmer Yantis,sired by Wilby;dam, and Erie Abdallah mare,and John L. Sullivan, the old thoroughbred, owned by George Welch, completes Mr.Ross string.

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Murphy, Oscar F. {I0757} (b. 8 JUN 1858, d. 19 APR 1953)
Note: Marion Star
April 20, 1953

Oscar L. Murphy

Richwood--Oscar L. Murphy, 94, died at 7 a.m. Sunday in the home of his daughter, Mrs. Nye Yarrington, in Richwood.

Born June 8, 1858 in Marion, He was a son of John and Lavina Spicer Murphy. In 1887 he married Ella Taylor who died in 1910, at one time he was a grocer in Richwood, then returned to Richwood about four years ago fromYork where he was a member of McKendree Church.

His daughter is his only survivor.

Funeral services will be conducted Wednesday at 2 p.m. in the Winter Funeral Chapel. The Rev. Charles Cramer will officiate. Burial will be in York cemetery. friends may call at the funeral home.

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Richwood Gazette
April 23,1953

Oscar L. Murphy

Oscar L. Murphy, 94, died at home of Mr. and Mrs. Nye Yarrington, over the Gazette Office at 8:30 a.,. Sunday, April 19,1953, after being ill for the past two years. Hr conducted a grocery store in Richwood many years ago and was one of this community's early pioneers. He was a member of York McKendree Methodist Church.

Born June 8,1858 in Marion County he was the son of John and (Larina?) Lavina Spicer Murphy. In the year 1877 at Richwood he was united in marriage to Miss Ella Taylor, who died in 1910.

Surviving is the daughter, Mrs. Yarrington, at whose home he died. A son, Thurman Murphy is deceased. He also leaves a number of grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Rev. Charles Cramer conducted the funeral services Wednesday afternoon at 2:00 p.m. in the Winter Funeral Chapel. Burial in charge of Robert Milligan was made in York cemetery.

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Taylor, Ella {I0762} (b. 2 JUN 1865, d. 20 NOV 1910)
Note: Richwood Gazette
Dec. 01, 1910

Ella Taylor Murphy

Daughter of Ezra and Mary Taylor, was born Fayette County, June 2, 1865, departed this life November 20, 1910, age 45 years, 5 months, 18 days. She was united in marriage to Oscar L. Murphy, November 20,1887, having died on what would have been the twenty third anniversary of their marriage.

To this union were born two children, a daughter Florence and a son Thurman, who together with the sorrowing husband and many friends are left to mourn their loss. She was a faithful and devoted wife, a kind, loving sympathetic mother. When she was ten years of age she and one brother accompanied her parents to Union county. She is the last of her family to answer the summons of death. Her father and brother having died of the same disease, paralysis. Her siskness dates back to July 1909, most of which time she has been a confirmes invalid.During all her sickness and pain her cheerful disposition with which nature had endowed her was cintinually present and she never made a murmur or complaint. She has been a faithful and consistant christian for thirty years, having become a member of the M.E. Church, Summerville,during the pastorate
of Rev. David Bowers. She was always a faithful attendant, when in health to all the means of grace which the church and sunday school offered and they have lost a valueable advocate and helper. Ella was ever ready to help in sickness or distress where her help would do anything to releive the suffering.She always had a greatconcetion of right and never lacked the courage to exhort by word or show by example the way of christian life. She leaves to her children and friends the grandest legacy possible; that of christian living. She was charitable of the faults of others always choosing to find the best in any ones character and holding it up for imitation rather than fault. Sister Murphy was held in highest esteem by her neighbors and though she will be missed, the influence of her life will remain to cheer and inspire to a more perfect christian life.

E.McM.

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C.Murphy, Marion {I0764} (b. OCT 1891, d. 1959)
Note: Marion C. Murphy Claimed thursday

Marion C. Murphy, 68, a former resident of this community and a son of Frank M. amd Mary E. Murphy, who resided in Claibourne died Thursday in Marion General Hospital. His father was Erie Agent at Claibourne for a number of years.

Mr. Murphy has resided in Arizona for the last few years but lately had been living with a relative in Mt. Victory, but had been confined in Marion General Hospital since last September.

His wife died in June 1957 in Tuscon, Arizona. He is survived by two Aunts and an Uncle and numerous cousins.

Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon at 11:30 in the Schaffner-Denzer funeral home in Marion. Burial was made in the Meeker cemetery near Marion.

Marion Star
Dec. 3, 1959

Marion C. Murphy of Mt. Victory, e retired Erie railroad employee, died at 3:06 a.m. today in Marion General Hospital. His wife Doris l. Murphy whom he married October 22, 1934 in Chattanooga, Tenn., died june 9, 1957 in Tuscon, Arizona. The body is at Schaffner- Denzer Funeral Home E. Center St.

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E.Ford, Laura {I0784} (b. 31 JUL 1878, d. ?)
Note: Claibourne Cullings
Jan.18,1900

Mrs. G.W.Murphy returned Sunday to her home in Allegheny County,PA.

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Cooksey, Simpson {I0788} (b. 1810, d. ?)
Note: Simpson Cooksey remarried in 1848 after first wife died, to Sarah Ann Diane Johns and they had three children;Ann,Obediah and George.Nov 7th.1848,Jefferson Co.WVA.


Grandma Ellinwood use to tell me that Sarah beat Mary Ellen all the time and that was the reason she married David Murphy so young and her father approved of this so she would have someone to take care of her.

Ann from what it says on census's was a deaf mute but she married and lived around Akron or some place up close to their.

1850 State;VA. County;Jefferson Twp; 28th District page 381 date of census
29th 0f August 1850. Found at Allen County Library,Ft.Wayne,Ind.
Nov.17,1995.

Name; age; Rel. sex BPL.
Cooksey,Simpson 40 hu m VA.
Cooksey,Sarah A. 20 w f VA
Cooksey,Alexander 18 s m VA
Cooksey,Mary E. 06 d f VA
Cooksey,James W. 11/12 s m VA

In 1840 Census, Loudoun County,VA. the census list as follow;

Simpson Cooksey males females
5/10 1 20/30 1 5/10 1 20/30 1 page 183
This means there was another girl besides Mary Ellen because she wasn't born till 1842.

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Union Co.OH Jackson Twp 1860 census Bush Creek pg 154.July19,1860
1174-1162 Jones,Elias age 57 m.Ashry 1500 1400 b.VA
,Adeline age 54 b.VA
Cooksey,Sarah age 30 b.VA
Johns ,Eliza age 18 b.VA
Johns ,Samuel age 19 b.VA
Johns,Edmond age 16 b.VA
" ,Nathaniel age 14 b.VA
" ,Lewis age 11 b.VA
Cooksey,Ann age 9 b.VA
" ,Obediah age 7 b.OH
" ,George age 5 b.OH
Cunningham,John N. age 18 b.OH

Real Names spelling of Elias and Adeline's last name is Johns.
Do not know who the Eliza and Samuel Cooksey are. None are listed in the 1870 census in Union County except Odediah living with following family ;
page 71-69 Union Co.1870 census Claibourne twp.

Cahill, David age 54 farmer
" , Matilda age 34
Cooksey,Obediah E. age 16
Turner,Allice age 13
Turner,Ann age 12
Turner,Frank age 9

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Marriage of 2nd wife of Simpson Cooksey,Sarah Ann Diane Johns married 7th Ju;y,1861 to Charles Hodgden,Lic # 3199,page 244 Union Co.O

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Simpson Cooksey was a Bondsman on the marriage between William H.Russell to Catherine Fairfax(whom I believe to be a sister to Mary Fairfax above)wife of Simpson,Loudon C o.,VA 12 Sept.1844.


Parents of Sarah A.D.Johns Cooksey is; Elias Johns,born Nov.10,1803 Alexandria,Va and died Oct 11 1887 Lima,Ohio.First wife was Adaline Otley
of VA., daughter of Wm. and Annie Otley.Adaline and Elias had 12 children,but only 9 are known,the other three probably died as infants.Adaline died May 24,1868 Lima,Ohio.Elias remarried in 1869 to a Mrs Rebecca Stephens and she died April of 1900.
Children of Elias and Adaline Johns were; Sarah,b.1830;Thomas W. b.1832;Elias H.b,1834;Samual b,1841;Eliza A.,b.1842;Edward b,1844; Nathanial,b,1847 and Lewis b.1851.Their was also another one unnamed.Burial in Woodlawn Cemetery,Lima,Ohio













In 1860 census of Union County Jackson Twp,OH I found a Sarah A.Cooksey listed with her parents and the following children Samuel Cooksey,Eliza Cooksey,Ann Cooksey,Obediah E.Cooksey and George W. Cooksey. Who is Samuel and Eliza Cooksey?
Sarah is Simpson's second wife as far as we know from marriage records from W. VA. Jefferson County.

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Whaley, m1.Nancy {I0797} (b. 12 FEB 1841, d. 15 SEP 1908)
Note: Richwood Gazette
Sept. 24,1908
Nancy Whaley Murphy

Nancy Whaley Murphy, was born in Union County, Ohio, February 12, 1841 and died September 15, 1908, aged 67 years, 7 months and 5 days. May 25th, 1858 she was united in marriage to James Murphy and to this union eleven children were born, of which seven are living, four dying in infancy. The children now living are; William, Joseph, Emery Murphy, Mrs. John Searight of Marion,Ohio, Mrs. Emmett Moore of Claibourne, and Albert and Edward of Convoy, Ohio. She leaves to mourn her death; a husband, seven children, nineteen grandchildren, together with other relatives and friends.

Funeral services were held at the home by Rev.N.J. Kinney, September 17th at 2 p.m. and internment was made in Stony Point Cemetery.


















Nancy Whaley Murphy was born in Union County,Ohio and died at the age of 67 years,7 months and 5 days.

She & James Murphy had eleven children of which four died.













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Murphy, Joseph E. {I0799} (b. 1864, d. 15 SEP 1915)
Note: Richwood Gazette
Sept. 19, 1912

Joseph Murphy Killed
Together with a fellow workman at Circleville, Oh. Monday suffocated by
sewer case.

A Circleville, Ohio, special to the Ohio State Journal dated September 15, says "Joseph Murphy, aged 45, a contractor of the firm of Murphy and Kohbarger of Marion, and Charles thomas, aged 37 years, of this city were killed by sewer gas in a manhole here today. Howard Kelly of this city was overcome, but was later revived.
Murphy went into the manhole to remove a bulkhead. He was overcome by the poisonous gas and Kelly went in to his aid. Kelly was pulled from the manhole in an unconscious condition. Then Thomas attempted to rescue Murphy, but was suffocated before help reached him. Both Murphy and Thomas were married.
Joe Murphy was formerly a resident of Richwood. He was a son of James Murphy who formwerly resided in Claibourne. From Claibourne he moved to Richwood and from this place he went to Marion several years ago. He started in business as a farm tile ditcher, but had developed into quite a prominent sewer contractor. He did all the sewer work in Richwood and the most of it in Marion.
The Bomford Street sewer contract was let to Mr. Murphy sometime since and it is still uncompleted. He leaves his wife and two daughters who reside in Marion.

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Murphy, George Albert {I0800} (b. 1867, d. 15 APR 1950)
Note: Claibourne News
Nov.22,1894
Mr. Albert Murphy, who has been in Van wert County for sometime, came home last week to visit his parents, but before he came he took unto himself a wife. Albert has our best wishes.

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Sept.10,1908
Mrs. Albert Murphy of VanWert County visited Mrs.James Murphy the first of this week.

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Murphy, Arminta"Minnie" E. {I0802} (b. 16 JUL 1876, d. 20 JAN 1957)
Note: They were foster parents to Harriett Irene Spicer b.Nov.24,1911
m.William franklin davis[1903-1962] d.Jan.29,1954.

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Murphy, Emery M {I0808} (b. 1 JAN 1880, d. 11 JUL 1960)
Note: Marion Star
Jan. 17,1929
70 Attend Banquet of Shovel Co.Club.
Members meet at Hotel Harding; Theater party follows Dinner

The Marion Steam Shovel Club held its first meeting of the year at the Hotel harding last night with 70 members present.
Talks were given by members of the organization and Emery Murphy assistant superintendent of the company acted as toastmaster. A three course dinner was served and music enjoyed during the banquet.
After the meeting the members of the club attended the Palace Theater in a body.
The next meeting will be held in February. Although the exact date has not been set.


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At one time the family lived at 899 Barks Avenue.
This street is off Bellefontaine Street going west. It is close to Edison Junior High School.


Probate Court Dec 11, 1901

Marriage License issued to Emery Murphy and Dora Carpenter of Marion.

Wednesday Dec 11, 1901
A Tuesday marriage of Mr. Emory Murphy and Dora Carpenter were married at the Free Baptist parsonage Tuesday by Rev. George E. Barnard. Mr. and Mrs. Murphy will reside in city.

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[div'd], John Searight {I0825} (b. 23 JAN 1876, d. ?)
Note: Parents of John Searight was; George Searight and Allen Dooley Searight.

Marriage vol 13 pg 215 # 430.

occupation; Bartender

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