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Transcription contributed by Arne H Trelvik 19 September 2005 |
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The History of Warren County Ohio Part V. Biographical Sketches Deerfield Township (Chicago, IL: W. H. Beers Co, 1882; reprint, Mt. Vernon, IN: Windmill Publications, 1992) |
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HAMILTON L. BERCAW, farmer; P. O. Mason; was born on the place where he now lives Dec. 9, 1848; he is a son of Abraham and Mary A. (Robinson) Bercaw. She (Mary A.) was a daughter of Capt. John L. Robinson, an early settler of Warren County. Abraham Bercaw was a son of Cornelius Bercaw, whose sketch appears in this work. Abraham was born in Adams Co., Penn., and, at the age of 5 years, he, with his parents, came to Ohio, as will be found elsewhere recorded. He was a prominent member of the M. E. Church; also a member of a muster company during the old muster days. Seven children were born to them, of whom three are living, viz., Hamilton L., Melissa F. (Mrs. Williamson), and Mary. The deceased are Charlotte A., Sylvanus V., Cornelius D. and Ida A. Mr. B. died Jan. 17, 1874, aged 62 years: Mrs. B. departed this life Aug. 29, 1880, aged about 50 years. Mr. B. was successful during life, and, at the time of his death, owned 111 1/4 acres of land, besides other property of considerable proportions, which was all the result of his enterprise and industry. Where our subject was born he has thus far in life resided, and at present (1881) is carrying on the old home farm, thus perpetuating a work that was begun by his parents. He is a member of the Mason Grange, No. 49; also to the Mason Horse Rangers, whose members constitute the best men in the township. |
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