David Lamme

As printed in 1881

David Lamme, farmer, deceased, was born in Garrard County, Kentucky, January 1, 1791. Was a son of Nathan and Nancy (Ralston) Lamme, the former a native of Virginia, and the latter of Pennsylvania. They removed to Kentucky when they were married, and in the spring of 1790 removed to Ohio, and settled in Sugar Creek Township, on land where the widow of David Lamme yet resides, making there a permanent home, as will lie found in the history of the township. Nathan was captain of a company in the continental army, during the struggle for liberty in the dark days of 1776, serving until the close of the war. David was a soldier in the war of 1812, serving as a volunteer, substitute, and drafted soldier. Nathan Lamme died in 1834, aged eighty-nine years, and his wife died in 1814, aged forty-seven years. Eight children were born to them, all of whom are dead: Josiah, William, Samuel, James, David, Jesse, Anna, and Martha. The sons, with the exception of William, who died in Iowa, lived and died in this county. Nathan was also a captain during the Indian war, and was at Point Pleasant. In this war he went as a substitute, for which service he received buckskin enough to make a pair of moccasins. Was the first sheriff of Greene County, and also acted as assessor of the county for many years. Was a prominent man, and stood high in the Masonic fraternity. In religion he trained with the old school Presbyterian Church, and was much interested in religious matters — strict in integrity, and a strong advocate of the truths and principles of the Bible. David Lamme was raised a farmer, and in 1824 was married to Margaret, daughter of William and Jane Frazier, by whom he had seven children, six living: William, John, Josiah, Francis, Nancy, Sarah, and Margaret, deceased. David made the home of his father his place of above during his natural life, and died September 11, 1859. In politics he was an old-time Whig. Nathan, his father, was a federalist. The parents of Mrs. David Lamme came to Ohio in 1814, and settled in this township, south of Bellbrook, on land now owned by Matt. Morris. On this land Mr. Frazier lived till his death, which occurred in August, 1815. Mrs. Frazier died in Sidney, May 10, 1850. They were parents of six children, three of whom are living: Margaret, John, and William. The deceased are Cyrus, Sarah, and Samuel. They were both members of the Associate Church. Francis Lamme enlisted in Company E, Seventy-Fourty Ohio Volunteer Infantry, and was discharged on account of sickness the following year. The children of David Lamme are residents of this county, except John, who resides in Illinois.

John Lantz, deceased, Alpha, was born in Washington County, Maryland, August 27, 1806, his boyhood being passed in his native place, on the farm. In,1826, he was married to Catharine, daughter of John and Barbara Rhodes, after which he engaged in milling and distilling, which he followed till 1836, the time of his removal to Ohio. Their trip was made overland, by team, consuming four weeks’ time. They made a temporary stop in Hardin County, where they remained from spring till fall, when they came on to Greene County, and settled in the neighborhood where Mrs. Lantz now lives. After remaining a few* years, they went to Springfield, Ohio, where he followed milling for several years, and then came and located where his widow now lives. Officially, his ability was recognized and sought by his townsmen, whom he served in the capacity of trustee, and a number of the more minor offices of the township, to the entire satisfaction of his constituents. Six children were born to them, four of whom are living: Barbara A., John D., Eliza E., and Jacob L. The deceased are Catharine J. and Mary E. Mrs. Lantz is a member of the Lutheran Church, with which she has been connected many years, and is a consistent Christian lady. Barbara A. was married to George S. Lafong, on the 19th of February, 1852, who departed this life, January 30, 1877. Eliza E. married John A. Harner, and has three children, Maggie K., Jonathan II., and Ann J. Mrs. Lantz was born in Maryland, in 1807, and her parents were born in the same state, in which they lived, died, and are buried. They were parents of eight children, two of whom are living: Catharine and Rose Ann. At Mr. Lantz’ death, he left two hundred and seventy-six acres of land. He was a self-made man, a hard worker, and was beloved and respected by all who knew him. On the lath of July, 1871, he passed away, after a long and well-spent life.

Jacob L. Lantz, farmer, Harslimanville, was born in this township, in 1840, and is a son of John and Catharine Lantz, whose sketch appears in this work. Jacob was reared on the farm, receiving the rudiments of his education in the district schools, which was afterward developed in the high schools of Xenia, in which he fitted himself to teach, under the tutorship of Professor Twitched.

For nineteen years lie Las successfully taught in the schools of this county, and as an educator stands high in the profession. During the above time he has farmer during the summer seasons, owning fifty acres of land, which is well improved. Is trustee of the township, and has held other offices of the same, and lias also been a member of the Lutheran Church for ten years, taking much interest in religious matters, being a zealous worker in class and Sabbath-school. Was a member of Company E, Seventy-Fourth Ohio National Guards, enlisting in the spring of 1864; was stationed at New Creek, West Virginia, and was in the engagement which took place there; served his time, and was discharged at Camp Dennison in September of the same year, and was sergeant of his company.

As printed in History of Greene County : together with historic notes on the Northwest, and the state of Ohio, gleaned from early authors, old maps and manuscripts, private and official correspondence, and all othe (1881). See the original pages. Wording is the original; obvious scanning errors have been corrected, and a few may remain.