Father died in his childhood and he was reared by a family named Benedict.
Learned the shoemaker's trade.
Married Miss Boyer.
Resided in Lebanon County, PA until 1831 when he came to Ohio and purchased 120 acres in Jefferson township, later adding 60 acres.
Died November 30, 1845.
Stalwart Democrat and faithful member of the Lutheran church (served as treasurer and elder).
Had eight children.
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