Biography of James Wilson
From Madison Democrat 50th Anniversary
Published by the Madison Democrat, 1908
JAMES WILSON, deceased.
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The subject of this sketch was a native of Greene county, Ohio, where he was born December 20, 1808. His parents were Valentine M. and Eleanor Judy Wilson.
He came to Madison in 1816, with his father. They settled first on Darby Plains, then in Deercreek. He was twice married, his first wife, Lucy Ballou, living only three months after the marriage. His second wife was Miss Eleanor Smith, whom he married three years later. To this union were born four children, John S., Valentine H., Thos. B. and Lucy E., the two latter still living.
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Mr. Wilson was engaged in farming and stock raising. He acquired a large landed estate, and was prominent in all walks of life. He was a devout Methodist, famed for his charity, honest, and agreeable personality. He died June 12, 1886, in his 78th year, full of honors, and beloved by all who ever knew him.
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Fall Genealogy Seminar
For anyone in your area who is interested in genealogy that they are invited to
the Annual Fall Seminar of Ohio Chapter Palatines to America:
Researching German Immigration in the 18th Century
Columbus, Ohio, Saturday, October 16, 2010, 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Ramada Hotel and Conference Center
Four presentations by Marianne S. Wokeck, Ph.D., on Indentured Servitude
and Immigration to America in the 18th Century
Renowned author of Trade in Strangers
Registration Fee $45; Ohio Chapter PalAm Members Discounted Fee $39; Students ages 17-21 $20
Includes morning coffee or tea, Lunch and Gratuity.
Deadline October 4, 2010; For Late Registration add $5.
The seminar is the Culmination of German Heritage Week in Columbus
For more information visit
http://www.oh-palam.org/bookstore/images/2010fallregistrationform.pdf
or write to Ohio Chapter Palatines to America, P.O. Box 302, Worthington, OH 43085
Richard E. Hartle,
Publicity Chairman,
Ohio Chapter Palatines to America
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