JAMES MORROW

James Morrow is a retired farmer of Washington township and one of the most highly respected citizens of the community. He was born December 20, 1822, in the township so long his home, his parents being Richard and Frances (Clark) Morrow. The father was born upon the banks of the blue Juniata, in Perry county, Pennsylvania, and, with his brother, he emigrated to Ohio in 1814, thus becoming one of the pioneer settlers of the state. He entered land in Washington township, Miami county, and for fifty years was connected with its agricultural pursuits, spending the entire half century upon that farm, where his death occurred in May, 1864. Their children were Robert Alexander and Hugh C., both deceased; James, of this review; Milton and William, who have passed away; and Andrew Mitchell, of Washington township. In the common schools he obtained a good education and in youth he learned the blacksmith's trade, but never followed it. He made farming his life work, and by his careful management and untiring industry he secured a comfortable competence that now enables him to rest in the enjoyment of the fruits of his former toil.

Mr. Morrow was married, March 16, 1847, to Miss Nancy Van Emon, and for almost a half century they traveled life's journey together, but in 1895 were separated by death, his wife being called to the home beyond. In their family were five children: John William; Charles Anderson; Richard Edwin; Frances Jane, wife of Charles Munger; and Mary Belle, wife of Emanuel Dagenhart. The father of this family is a devout member of the Presbyterian church, of Piqua, with which he has long been connected, taking an active part in its work. In years past he served as choir leader. In politics he has long been a stanch Republican, giving his inflexible support to the measures of the party. His life has been quietly and honorably passed, and he is highly esteemed by all who know him for his sterling worth.