Underwood

J. K. Underwood was an attorney in Milan in 1933.  His address at that time was 21 W. Main Street.

Underwood

J. K. Underwood was Vice President of Milan Rotary when it was established in 1935. Note: his first name was “Joe.”

Van Gieson Leo

Leo Van Gieson was b. Feb. 20, 1871 in York twp. Actually he was b. in Illinois but his parents lived in York twp and that’s where his birth certificate was issued. His father was Thomas M. Van Geison, farmer. Mother Mary Van Gieson, both parents b. Mich. Source: Washtenaw birth records Vol. 1 p. 223.

VanOrman G.C.

G. C. VanOrman served as President of the Village of Milan 1948-1951.

Van Valken burgh

Myrtle Van Valkenburgh was b. Aug. 26, 1867 in York twp. Her father was W. Van Valkenburgh, b. Mich, farmer. Her mother: Lucinda, b. Mich.  Source: Washtenaw birth records, Vol. 1.

Van Winkle Richard

Richard Van Winkle, known as “Dick,” was in the Florist business, and lived at 409 Hurd St., according to a Milan Rotary club membership roster dated Jan. 4, 1949.

Van Wormer Addie

Addie VanWormer, daughter of Laurence and Harriet VanWormer, was born August 5, 1864 in Milan, Michigan on the old homestead east of town, and departed this life in Toledo May 18, 1933 at the home of her nephew and wife, Mr. and Mrs. Harold VanWormer.  She graduated from Milan High School in 1885 after which she taught school for a number of years.  She was united in marriage to Elon D. Gauntlett and for several years they resided in Milan where they conducted the Gauntlett Dry Goods store.  She was a member of Toledo Chapter, Order of the Eastern Star.  She leaves to mourn her loss, three sisters and three brothers, Charles VanWormer and Alf. Van Wormer of Milan, Fred VanWormer of Belgrade, Nebraska, Mrs. Nellie VanWormer of Alpena, Mich., Mrs. Carrie Easterly of Detroit and Mrs. Earl Sweet of Anacortes, Washington.   The funeral services were held at the Methodist church Saturday afternoon, May 20th at 2 o’clock with Rev. E. C. Stringer officiating.  Interment at Marble Park cemetery.

Van Wormer Alpheus

Alpheus VanWormer was b. Dec. 1857 in Mich. He was 42 when the 1900 census came around. He’d been married 17 years. Father b. NY, mother b. Mich. Occupation: Farmer. Owns his own home free and clear, no mortgage, including a farm. Lives with wife Cora, children Mabel, Arza, Guy, Fay. Also a boarder living there, Elmer Beverly.  See separate listings.

Van Wormer  A

Arza VanWormer was b. Oct. 1886. He was 13 when the 1900 census was taken. He lived in Village of Milan with his parents, Alpheus and Cora Van Wormer, and his 3 siblings, plus a boarder.

Van Wormer Baxter

In the 1880 York twp census, Baxter Vanwormer is 29, born about 1851 in Michigan. Both his parents were b. in NY. His occupation: farmer. He was married to Elizabeth VanWormer, 31. Son Willie, 7, and Eddy, 5.

Van Wormer Baxter

In the  1920 census, Baxter VanWormer was 70. Daughter Ida was 38. Son Fred, 32. Baxter is head of the household.  Next door is Edward VanWormer and his wife Maud.

Van Wormer Charles

Charles VanWormer was b. Aug. 1854, he was 45 when the census taker arrived in Milan Township 1900. He had been married 21 years and was a farmer. His wife Lina was b. Feb. 1860, was 40 years old, and both her parents were b. in England. Son Lee b. May 1879 age 21 worked as “farm labor.”  Bessie b. June 1882 age 17. Beatrice b. June 1885, age 14. Hazel b. June 1891, age 9.  Hattie b. May 1884, age 6.

Van Wormer Cora

Cora Vanwormer was b. Feb. 1866 in Mich. She was the wife of Alpheus VanWormer. She was 34, married 17 years, in 1900 when census was taken. She had 4 children in her life, all 4 still living.  Parents both b. NY.  Lives in Village of Milan with husband and 4 kids plus boarder, Elmer Beverly.

Van Wormer Edward

In the 1920 census, Edward VanWormer, 43, was in York township with his wife Maud, 44. Edward’s brother-in-law Gar Loveland, 29, also lived in the home, and Eward’s niece Imo G. Vanwormer.

Van Wormer F

Fay VanWormer was b. June 1890. She was 9 when the 1900 census came by.  She lived with her parents, Alpheus and Cora VanWormer, and 3 siblings, plus a boarder, in Village of Milan.  Source: 1900 census.

Van Wormer Faye

Mrs. Faye Van Wormer married Leon W. Burget on June 2, 1945 in Detroit.  MM Louis Van Wormer of South Lyons were present, along with Minnie Colgan and daughter Effie of Miagara Falls, NY, and MM Harry Colgan of Plymouth.  Miss Ida Van Wormer of Milan did not attend the wedding but is related to the bride.  Source: Milan News Leader 1945.

Van Wormer G.

According to a plat map of London Township in 1876, W. H. Hack owned a large piece of farmland in the extreme NW corner of the township, and G. W. Van Wormer had a large farm immediately to the south of him.

Van Wormer G

Guy Vanwormer was b. July 1888, the son of Alpheus and Cora VanWormer. He was 11 when the 1900 census rolled around.  Besides his parents he lived with 3 siblings and a boarder in Village of Milan.

Van Wormer Gabril

Gabril Van Wormer, 57, farmer, b. NY, parents both b. NY. Census of 1880, Milan twp. Wife Pheba A., 51, b. NY, both her parents b. England. Also in the home: Morton, Mary, 38, her parents were b. England. Daughter of Mary Morton: Laura A., 13, b. MI.  Son, Webster D., 11, b. MI.  Daughter, Ester, 7. Son, James (Morton), 4.  Daughter, Mila J., 2.  Lewis, a boy, one month old, b. May 1880. Also in the home: Van Wormer, Thomas, 85, farmer, b. NY.  Note: this house hold is immediate neighbors with Henry Hack, 42, farmer.

Van Wormer Jennie

Jennie Van Wormer, 30, engaged in farming, was b. PA. Both her parents b. PA. Also living in the home: her brother-in-law, DeWit Van Wormer, 26, occupation “Stone and brick mason.” Also in the home: Daniel Delane, 23, no relation, occupation “farm laborer,” b. MI. Source: 1880 London twp census.

Van Wormer Lawrence

Lawrence and Harriet VanWormer had 10 children including Addie.  One of them, Alpheus, was born Dec. 16, 1857. Other siblings: Alice Sweet of Anacosta, Washington; Carrie Easterly; and Fred VanWormer of Nebraska.  Source: Genealogist friend.

Van Wormer Mabel

Mabel VanWormer, daughter of Alpheus and Cora VanWormer, was b. May 1884. She was 16 when census was taken.

Van Wormer Nellie

Nellie VanWormer was b near Milan Aug. 5, 1860 to Lawrence and Harriet VanWormer. In 1883 she married Albert VanWormer and they had 3 children. Maude died 4 years ago. Starr died in infancy. Walter lives in Alpena. She is also survived by her brothers Charles, Alpheus and Fred.  (Aid to Genealogists with date “Dec.28, 1935” handwritten.)

Van Wormer Oliver

In the 1850 London township census, Oliver VanWormer is 33, a farmber, b. in NY. His wife Rosanna VanWormer is 34, b. NY. Baxter VanWormer is 1.

Vanderlip Emma

Mrs. Emma J. Vanderlip was born in London twp, Oct. 22, 1842. Married, Jan. 10, 1864, Augustine McLaughlin, of Petersburgh. He enlisted, December, 1863, in Co. D, 6th Mich. H. Art.; discharged in 1865. He died June 6, 1873. Two children were born to them. Dec. 23, 1877, she married Charles S. Vanderlip, of Detroit. In 1885 they came to London.  They have no children. Mr. Vanderlip is in the lumber business, and his wife attends to the farm.  Source: page 34, History of Monroe County, 1890, Talcott Wing.

Emma J, Vedder died at age 92. She lived at 316 Ferman St. in Milan.  She was born Aug. 7, 1876 in Whittaker, the daughter of Melvin and Eliza Osburn.  She married Oramel Vedder June 2, 1897 in Whittaker.  He died Sept. 15, 1951. Her son Perry died in 1961.

Vedder Harmon

Harmon Vedder was born in Orleans Co., N. Y., June 3, 1826. His parents, Philip and Mary Vedder, were natives of Schenectady Co., N. Y., where the former was born Dec. 3, 1788, and the latter March 31, 1798.
They removed to Orleans Co., N. Y., in 1818, where Mrs. Vedder died.  In 1832 Philip Vedder married again, and a year later came to Washtenaw county, locating in Augusta tp.   He bought 160 acres of land, built a cabin, and moved into it. He was one of the organizers of Augusta tp., and attended every election and town meeting, except one, from the first until the time of his death.  He was also a prominent leader in the organization of the M. E. Church societies, and was a "substantial pillar," and ardent worker in that body, until the last. He died Dec. 15, 1879.  Harmon was reared on a farm.  He came to Augusta Twp. about 1833 with his father and step-mother.  On July 3, 1851, Harmon married Elizabeth Mudge.  They have 4 children-Lewis H., husband of Emma Holt; Mary M., wife of Chester Higley, Allegan Co., Mich.; Lydia A., wife of Samuel S. Bibbins, and Arthur H.   Mrs. Elizabeth Vedder is a daughter of Uri and Charlotte Mudge, and was born in Upper Canada, Oct. 10, 1831.  Mr. and Mrs. V. are members of the M. E. Church, and in politics he is Republican.  His farm, comprising 100 acres of well-improved land, is situated on sec. 23. Source:  Charles C. Chapman, 1881, History of Washtenaw County.

Vedder Leon

Leon Vedder, known as “Lee,” was in the Electric Construction business, and lived at 205 E. Main, according to a Milan Rotary club membership roster dated Jan. 4, 1949.

Vedder Lillie

Lillie C. Vedder of 297 Hurd St. died Jan. 2, 1948.  Her husband was Morris Vedder.  Lillie was born May 12, 1880. Father was Elijah Lamkin. Mother was Delilah Sabin.

Vedder Ormel

Ormel Vedder and Emma Osborn were married June 2, 1897 at the home of her parents, M. R. Osborn in Whittaker.   A minister from the Oakville Methodist Church solemnized the marriage.  Mr.  Vedder worked for a local grocery store delivering food and other items to farm houses on a wagon.  For the last 30 years he was in real estate.  He served on the Lincoln School Board from its inception.  They have 3 children, Dorothy Heath, Perry, and Melvin.   Source-- news clip concerning 50th anniversary.

Vogt Theodore

Theodore H. Vogt was b. Dec. 10, 1867 in York twp. Father Adam Vogt b. Germany, farmer. Mother Mary J. Fogt b. NY. Source: Washtenaw birth records Vol. 1.

Ben Wanty was born April 30, 1874 in Augusta Township, Milan. His parents were Richard Peet and Elizabeth Wanty. Ben had 15 older sisters and brothers who were all born in England.  Ben married Bertha Agnes Calhoun in 1895.  Ben and Bertha had four children: Clayton, Richard, Kenneth, and Floyd.  Richard and Kenneth died as children. Ben had a home on Darling Road in London township. In 1910, his family moved to York township and established a farm home on Sanford Rd. for farming and carpentry.  In 1914 Ben moved to Milan to be a carpenter full time.  Source: Red book

Wanty Byron

Mr. Byron Gael Wanty graduated from Milan High School in 1945.

Wanty Clayton

Clayton Wanty was born Aug. 6, 1899 in London township. He set up a radio and electrical shop on Tolan Street in Milan. He did service work and house wiring. He married Ada Canniff in 1924.  On May 24, 1927, their son Byron was born.  In 1962, his wife Ada died.  In 1963 he married Florence Blackburn.  He retired and did wood carving as a hobby.

Wanty Donald

Donald Wanty was in the “Steam Trans-Freight” business, and lived at 138 W. Second, according to a Milan Rotary club membership roster dated Jan. 4, 1949.

Wanty Floyd

Floyd Wanty was the son of Ben Wanty.  Floyd was born in 1908 and married Ellen Gooding in April 1935.  They had one daughter, Virginia.  Floyd was a plumber. He was part owner of Young and Ost Inc. Plumbing operation until his wife’s death in Nov. 1972.  Source: Red Book. 

Wanty Floyd

Floyd Wanty and Miss Ellen Gooding were married Dec. 31, 1934 (or 1935?)  The wedding took place at the home of MM Chester Gooding, parents of the bride. The couple will live in a home they are building on Lafayette Avenue.

Wanty
John

John Wanty, 77, a retired farmer, died Sunday night at his home, 10303 Hitchingham Rd. in Augusta twp. He was born Nov. 1, 1877 in Augusta twp the son of William and Mary Anne Patchet Wanty. On Dec. 22, 1908 he married the former Getrude Reynolds, who survives. Also surviving: a daughter, Mrs. Catherine C. Schrock, and son, Howard, both of Whittaker; eight grandchildren; three great grandchildren; a sister, Mrs. Elizabeth Murray; and three brothers, William, Harry, and Carl all of Milan. Marble Park cemetery.   Source: obit.

Wanty Melinda

Melinda Ann Willoughby (“Minnie”) was born 1875, died 1953. She was born Belleau, Linconshire, England.  She came to US in 1895. She married Samuel S. Wanty.

Wanty Richard

Richard Peet Wanty was born in England. He married Elizabeth.  The two of them decided England had no future for them.  In 1873 Richard and Elizabeth took a tedious shop ride, 11 weeks, across the ocean to NY. They had 14 children, and after arriving in the US, their 15th child came along, Ben Wanty, on April 30 1874 in Augusta Township.  Richard lived in Augusta Township from 1873 to about 1895. 

Wanty Samual

Samual S. Wanty of 47 Wilcox St. died March 26, 1951.  Age 85. He was born Nov. 9, 1865.  Farmer.  Wife: Minnie Willoughby. Parents: William Wanty and Mary Ann Patchett. Informant: Paul Wanty.  Note:  Minnie’s real name is “Melinda.”

Wanty William

William H. Wanty was born 8-18-1832 and died 12-21-1920. Marble Park.  According to the Red Book, his is part of a different branch of the Wanty Family from Ben and Richard Wanty. 

Wanty Mary Ann

Mary Ann Wanty was born Jan. 22, 1843 and died 7-1-1924.  Marble Park.

Lloyd Ward was born in 1872.  He was the son of Mary and William Ward, both Quakers.  William was a blacksmith and when they arrived in Milan area he set up a shop in Whittiker’s Corners.  Later he set up a shop on Tolan Street in Milan with a home next to it.  Loyd had two brothers and five sisters.  In 1901 Lloyd Ward married Minnie King.  Lloyd was a tinner and a plumber. Lloyd had 3 sons and a daughter. Then he moved his family to Chelsea and had one more son, Lawrence B.  Due to Minnie’s poor health, Minnie’s sister Florence took the little boy and raised him.  Lloyd died in 1952, and Minnie died in 1958. 

Ward
Larry

April 5, 1915.  Joel was a developer, he developed Redford.  He went to Detroit every day to work.  Minnie was sick for 2 years.  The other kids went home, but the Marbles had taken Larry when he was just weeks old.  Then Joel’s sister lived with them, and she did 24 hour care of the baby.  His siblings became more like cousins.  Joel Marble died while Larry was just in high school.  Larry was ill when his foster parents brought him home.

Wardle John

John Wardle, a farmer in Augusta tp., was born in Washtenaw Co., Mich., Aug. 11, 1841. His parents, James and Esther Wardle, were natives of England, and emigrated to America in 1834.  They first stopped near Philadelphia, Pa., and in 1835 came to Augusta tp., where James Wardle purchased 160 acres of land on sec. 30. He lived there until he died on Jan. 1, 1861.  John was raised a "farmer's boy." On April 30, 1867, John married Susan Armstrong, who was born in Canada, Jan. 1, 1843.  They have 1 child-James A., born April 7, 1871.   John and Susan Wardle are Baptist.  John is a Republican. He owns 120 acres of choice land.   Source:  Charles C. Chapman, 1881, History of Washtenaw County.

Albert Warner, son of Jesse and Margaret (Hutchison) Warner, b. in Phelps, Ontario County, NY on Dec. 13, 1834.  He died in York twp Sept. 20, 1913. He married Sarah A. Waugh on Sept. 5, 1860. She was b. in York twp Sept. 30, 1839 and lives in Milan.  Sarah’s parents were James Wood Waugh, a mechanic, b. in VT, died in York twp, and his wife, Abigail Phillips, b. in Albany, NY.  Albert and Sarah had 3 children: (1) Myrtie E. Warner, b. Oct. 3, 1862; married George H. Olds on Oct. 17, 1883, lives inYpsi. (2) Ernest D. Warner, b. July 14, 1866, taught school, now sells real estate.  (3) Frank J. Warner, b. Apr. 24, 1870. Source:  “Descendants of Andrew Warner” published 1919.  

Warner Almira

Almira Warner was b. Nov. 27 or 29, 1813, daughter of Jesse and Margaret Hutchison Warner. She was the second of 13 children.  She died in York twp. Feb.27, 1839.  She married Elijah Ellis.  Her daughter married John Jenness and had three children.  Source: “Descendants of Andrew Warner” published 1919.

Warner Charles

Charles Warner, 33, laborer, b. MI, according to 1880 census in Milan twp. Wife, Jane, 35, b. NY. Her father b. VT, her mother b. NY. Also in their home:  Joseph Guyor, 23, laborer, b. Kansas.  These people were very close neighbors to Cady Reeves.

Warner Charles

Charles Warner, of Milan twp, was born in York township November 10, 1845. He married Francelia Wilcox, of Milan twp, in 1866.  They had 1 child, Alice Ma, who was married in 1886. Francelia died in 1876.  Charles Warner married Jane Eddington, of Ypsilanti, Mich., in 1878. They have no children. Mr. Warner enlisted in Co. I, August 6, 1863; was in the battles of Lookout Mountain, Buzzard's Roost, Atlanta, and Crab Orchard. Was taken prisoner at Libby Prison 30 days, then sent to Columbus, Ohio.  He was discharged on account of disability in June, 1864. He is a member of Taylor Post, GAR No. 274, of Milan. Source: History of Monroe County, 1890, by Talcott Wing p. 40.

Warner Cynthia

Cynthia Warner, 1831-1909.  Her grave stone is in a row of three Warner graves at Marble Park:  the second one is John A. Warner, 1864-1923; the third one is Emma H. Warner, 1859-1934.  Probably John’s wife was Emma, his mother was Cynthia. Cynthia was b. Feb. 6, 1831 in Murray, NY; she d. Jan. 31, 1909. 

Warner Daniel

Daniel Warner, 44, a farmer, was b. in NY, says 1880 census of Milan township. He lived with his daughter, Edith, 16; son, Elmer, 15; daughter, Alma, 13; son, Walter, 9; son, Willard, 9 (apparently twins); son, Reuben, 7, and son, Lewis, 1.  Perhaps his wife died within the last year?

Warner Edward P.

Edward P. Warner pursued his education in the public schools, completing high school in Milan.  The farming knowledge he gained in his youth was of the utmost value in his later years when he worked the home farm. He married Miss Minnie E. Mullin on Dec. 21, 1892. She was the daughter of James and Polly McMullin of York twp. They now have one son, Raymond, who was born May 20, 1897. 

Warner Edward

Edward P. Warner is a member of the Masonic and the Knights of Pythias lodges in Milan. He is a democrat. He was treasurer of York township in 1897 and 1898, and for four terms, from 1901 until 1905, was supervisor.  Source:  Past and Present of Washtenaw County, Michigan by Samuel W.Beakes, 1906, p. 130-131.

Warner Edward P.

Edward P. Warner died July 3, 1923, he lived in York township. Source: marble park cemetery

Warner E.

E. P. Warner, a life long resident of Milan and vicinity, died Tuesday morning (July 3).  He was born in York township and lived there all his life.  He moved into Milan village about 10 years ago, living on West Main street. He was a member of Milan Lodge No. 323, the Chapter and the Knights of Pythias. He was also a Past Master of the Lodge. He has been connected with Hasley and Company for the past 14 years. He leaves his wife, one son Raymond, an aged father, and two brothers.  Source: Obit, no year given.

Warner Emma

See “Warner, Cynthia” for information.

Warner Eugene

Eugene Warner for many years a resident of this neighborhood died at Ypsilanti Wednesday night. He formerly lived at Azalia. He died of pneumonia. Funeral will be hled from 102 Summit Street at Ypsilanti and burial will be in Dundee. Source: Obituary, no year given.

Warner Frank

Frank J. Warner was b. April 24, 1870 in York twp. His father: Adelbert Warner, b. NY, farmer. Mother: Sarah Warner, b Mich. Frank also had a twin brother, but the twin was stillborn, and not given a name.   Source: Washtenaw birth records Vol. 1. p. 176

Warner
H. John

H. John Warner, hotelkeeper. P.O. York.  Source:  F. H. Pray’s Washtenaw County Directory 1878-79, York Township section.

Warner Harrison

Harrison Warner, son of Jesse and Margaret (Hutchison) Warner, was born in Phelps, NY Oct. 8, 1815. He died in Saline, MI Jan. 30, 1895.  He married Emily E. Davenport, She was b. in 1823 and d. in Saline in 1900.  They had 3 children: (1) Oliver M. Warner, b. in York, Michigan, 1841. He died 1864. He was in Co. C, 5th Mich. Cavalry Sharpshooters, and was shot by Colonel Mosby’s guerillas. (2) Jane Warner  b. in York, Mich. Married Anson Harmon. (3) John Warner, b. in York, 1854, d. in York 1891. 

Warner Helen

Helen E. (Warner) Gauntlett, wife of William Gauntlett, died at the family residence near Mooreville on Aug. 15, 1885, aged 31 years. Source: newspaper clipping.  See “Gauntlett.”

Warner Helen E.

Helen Emerett Warner was born Dec. 30, 1854 in York township.  Source: Gauntlett family bible.

Warner Homer

Edward P. Warner was born in York twp on June 30, 1870. He was a farmer all his life. His father, William H. Warner, was also a farmer, with 114 acres.  William had been born in York Township. William’s father, Homer Warner, was a native of NY, settling in York twp. when the road between Saline and Monroe, now called the old territorial road, was nothing but an Indian trail.  Homer’s wife is now one of the oldest ladies living in Washtenaw county [around 1906 when Washtenaw County Past and Present was published].  Mrs. Homer Warner came from NY with her father by way of Toledo, then driving across the country to Milan. The Indians at that time were far more numerous than the white settlers in the Milan area.   Homer died in 1900 at the age of 86. (Homer born about 1814)

Warner Jefferson

Jefferson Warner was the son of Jesse and Margaret (Hutchison) Warner.  He was b. in Phelps, Ontario county, NY on June 7, 1809. He died in York township, Washtenaw county, April 7, 1878. He married Susan Burnett in Orleans county, NY. She was b. May 8, 1816 and died April 15, 1880 in Moorsville, Nash County, Michigan.  See Warner Family book p. 459, published 1919.  Their children were born in York township.  (1) Anna Giuletta Warner b. Oct. 20, 1836; m. Otis Adams Critchett. (2) Isadore Warner, b. Mar. 1, 1838, d. Dec. 26, 1901, resided in Clint, Texas. Isadore married William Stanfield. She and William had several children.  (3) Almira Amelia Warenr, b. Sept. 10, 1839 or 1840; d. Dec. 26, 1902 at Clint, Texas, buried in Monroe, Michigan, where she had resided.  (4) Harriet Warner, b. Sept. 20, 1841; lives near Milan, Mich. She married Samauel Clark in Saline on Feb. 22, 1861.  (5) Prudence Warner, b. May 4, 1847.  She was married in Ypsilanti and went to Oregon to live. (6) Eugene A. Warner, b. Dec. 4, 1849, d. Apr. 17, 1903.  (7) Louisa Warner, b. Feb. 4, 1851 at Ann Arbor. Married in Saline Jan. 2, 1881 to John J. Schairer, and went to live in Clint, Texas.

Warner Jesse
b. 1786

Jesse Warner, third son of Jesse and Sarah (Warriner) Warner, was born in Conway, Mass. Jan.23,1786 (or Dec. 23, 1785.) He died in York twp. April 5, 1861. In 1796, he went with his parents to the town of Phelps, Ontario county, NY. They settled on the first hill east of the village of Orleans. About 1833 he “removed” to Michigan and settled in York twp. He became a delegate to the Second Constitutional Convention for Michigan in 1836.  He married Margaret Hutchison, who was born in Phelps, NY Dec. 15, 1792. The wife died in York Sept. 19, 1849.  They had two children when Jesse joined the military for the War of 1812.  His difficulties are described on p. 319 “The Descendants of Andrew Warner” 1919.
They had 13 children: (1) Jeffferson, b. June 7, 1809; (2) Asenath Warner, b. Jan. 11 or 19, 1811, died in York; (3) Almira Warner, b. Nov. 27 or 29, 1813; d. in York Feb. 27, 1839. (4) Harrison, b. Oct. 8, 1815; (5) Mary, b. Jan. 15, 1818, or Nov.15, 1817; married Parlia Phillips. (6) Caroline Warner, b. May 7, 1820, married John Hand; (7) Lyman Warner, b. May 23,1822; (8) Sarah A. Warner, b. April 14, 1825; (9) Jesse Warner 4th, b. April 30, 1827, married Mary Eliza Kelsey. (10) William Oliver Warner, b. July 13,1829; (11) Elizabeth Warner, b. May 1,1832; (12) Albert Warner, b. Dec. 13, 1834, married Sarah A. Waugh; (13) Margaret Warner, b. Aug. 11, 1837, married Elijah Ellis Kellogg.    

Warner Jesse

Jesse Warner was born April 30, 1827 in Phelps, Ontario County, NY. Source: Gauntlett family Bible.

Warner Jesse

Jesse Warner was born Ap. 30, 1827, and died Sept. 3, 1895 in York township, at the age of 68 years. Source: Gauntlett family Bible.

Warner Jesse

Jesse Warner was born in 1878 and died April 6, 1942. Source: Marble Park cemetery.

Warner Jesse

Jesse Warner, farmer, sec. 31, York Twp, was born in NY April 30, 1827.  His parents, Jesse and Margaret [Hutchison] Warner, natives of Ontario Co., NY, emigrated to this county in 1835, locating on Sec. 31, York twp, where the latter [mother] died Sept. 1849, and the former [father], April 1861.  Jesse Warner was married April 12, 1853, to Mary E. Wilcox, born in 1835, daughter of Daniel E. and Mary Wilcox*, who came to Washtenaw county in 1835.  They have 3 children: Helen E., born Dec. 30, 1854, wife of William Gauntlett; Delia, born in 1861, and Ada L. born March 31, 1865.  Mr. Warner is the present Supervisor of York township, which office he has acceptably filled for five years.  He owns 144 acres of well-improved land, valued at $60 per acre.  Politically he is a Democrat. (From History of Washtenaw County 1881 page 1435).  [NOTE: Jesse’s wife was probably Mary Eliza Kelsey, not Wilcox.  Mary’s mother’s maiden name was Wilcox. See Warner family book, p. 462.]

Warner Jesse

Jesse Warner and Mary Kelsey were married April 12, 1853 in York township.  Source: Gauntlett family Bible.  Note: handwriting indicates a long list of names and dates were written at the same time by the same person.

Warner John

See “Warner, Cynthia” for information.

Warner John

John Warner died Feb. 21, 1923. His wife Emma Warner came from Nova Scotia, Canada.  Emma was b. 1859 and died in 1934. She is buried beside her husband at Marble Park Cemetery.

Warner June

June Warner, a white male, was a farmer, age 25, when census taker arrived at his home in Milan Township in 1880.  He lived with wife Emma, 22, and son Claud, 3.

Warner Lizzie

Lizzie Adell Warner was born Feb. 8, 1861 in York twp. Source: Gauntlett family Bible.

Warner Lyman

Lyman Warner, 58, was a farmer, b. in NY when census taker stopped by his home in Milan Township in 1880.  His wife Azuba Wyman was 52 and b. in NY.

Warner Lyman

Lyman Warner, son of Jesse and Margaret (Hutchison) Warner, was b. in Phelps, NY May 23, 1822.  He died June 3, 1893 at his home in Milan, Monroe County, where he had been a farmer. He married Azuba Near. She was b. Sept. 30, 1827 and d. March 6, 1908.  They had 3 children: (1) Elizabeth Warner, died in infancy. (2) Ulysses J. Warner, b. March 19, 1850 in Milan, he married Estella Barnam (3) Jane Lyman Warner, b. in Milan March 19, 1855.

Warner Maria

Maria Warner was b. Dec.12, 1827 in Oswego County, NY and died Aug. Aug. 9, 1920. Source: Roscoe “Rocky” Flack of Marble Park Cemetery.

Warner Maria

Maria Sherman was born in Oswego County, NY [about 1827]. She was the oldest daughter of John and Johanne Sherman. She came to Mich. with her parents at age 10.  She died Aug. 10, 1920 at the home of her [step] grandson, E. P.Warner [Edward P. Warner].  She was married to #1 Daniel Kelsey in 1848 and had 2 children, Mrs. Baxter VanWormer [Betsey]  and Mrs. Stephen Evans [Susan].  In 1853 she married  #2 Homer Warner.  Homer died Sept. 17, 1900.  She was endeared to his son William Warner of Prescott, Mich. and his daughter, Mrs. Jane Craig of Milan.   Note:  Mrs. Evans died before 1926, according to a penciled note on Maria’s obituary.  Note: See photo #1272 showing “Grandma Warner” barefoot with cow.  She is also shown with her step-son William at the birthday party of Susan Chase.  Note: Susan Chase was Maria’s younger sister.

Warner Mary

Mary Warner, daughter of Jesse and Margaret (Hutchison) Warner, b. Jan. 15, 1818 or Nov. 15, 1817.  See “Phillips, Parlia”  From Warner book, published 1919.

Warner Minnie

Minnie Warner was b. Dec. 22, 1868 in Mooreville. She died March 5, 1937.
Source: Marble park cemetery.

Warner Oliver

Oliver Lester Warner was b. July 1, 1814.  His parents, sisters and brothers are listed under “Lucinda Rice” in this index.  See Warner book, p.318. He was born in Hopewell, NY. He lived near Saline, Mich. He died Nov. 2, 1891.  He married Mary Ann Phelps on Oct. 9, 1834.  She was b. Jan. 5, 1817 in Ontario County, NY.  In 1881, they had 4 children living. (1) Cone C. Warner, b. in Ontario County, Aug. 28, 1835.  Cone moved to Lodi Township in Washtenaw County and was a farmer near Saline.  Cone married Armina Sheldon on Dec. 29, 1859. Armina was b.  in Washtenaw County Aug. 15, 1838.  (2) Clark, who died near Ann Arbor at age 18. (3) William P. Warner, lived in Pittsfield Township. (4) Olver Lester, Jr. who died w/o children. (5) Eva Warner Sperry, lives near Ann Arbor. (6) Mary L. Warner Hill, lives near Eva.  

Warner Sarah

Sarah A.Warner, daughter of Jesse and Margaret (Hutchison) Warner, b. in Phelps, NY April 14, 1825. She died in York, Mich. Feb. 2, 1890.  She was married twice.  First Curtis Harmon; children were Estella Harmon and For a Haron. Then Ezra O. Parker; children were Helen Parker, Lizzie Parker, and Clark Parker. Source: Warner book, p. 461.

Warner Savira

Savira Warner died Oct. 15, 1870 of a bee sting, in York twp. She was married, age 24. Parents: John and Emily Chase of Michigan.  Source: Washtenaw death records.

Warner Ulisus

Ulisus Warner, 30, a farmer, answered the questions of a census taker in Milan Township, 1880.  His wife, Estella Warner, was 27. The daughter, Maud, 8, also lived there.

Warner William

William H. Warner was reared in a frontier environment. He still resides on his farm in York twp. He married Miss Sevira Chase, of Monroe county, who died at the age of 22 when her son Edward was only 3 months old. The father afterward married again, his second marriage to Miss Mary Bird, and by this marriage there was one son, Homer B., who is now living in South Bend, Indiana.  Source:  Past and Present of Washtenaw County, Michigan by Samuel W. Beakes, 1906, p. 130-131.  [Note: William’s father was Homer Warner.]

Warner
W. H.

In the Milan Leader, Dec. 14, 1911, a news item stated that a board was elected for the Union Church board of trustees.  Charles Gauntlett, chairman.  C. H. Wilson, secretary. W. H. Warner, treasurer. Jos. Raymond, trustee. Frank Conde, trustee.

Warner William

William H. Warner 1845 - 1927. Sarah his wife 1846 - 1870.  Mary E. his wife 1854-1875.  Elizabeth C. his wife 1852-1923.  Baby gravestone nearby.  Marble Memorial Park grave.

Warner William

Feb. 2, 1887. Charles H. Wilson, Alzina A. Wilson, William H. Warner and Mary E. Warner sold lot 6 of Wilson and Warner addition to the Village of Milan. The buyer: Jacob Ferman of Milan, Monroe County. Price: $140.  L 117, p.208.  George R. Williams, Notary Public. Peter Hinckley, witness.

Anna Waskul, 1904 - 1987. William J. Waskul: 1887 - 1963.  Paul Waskul: 1921 - 1965.  Source: Marble Park Cemetery grave stones.

Waskul William

William Waskul was killed in an auto accident in 1963.  His wife died in 1986 or 88, her name was Anna.  They had four children, all boys.  Their names: Paul William, Joseph, Carl, and Alex.  The oldest, Paul William, died in the same auto accident as his father.  The family was raised in Augusta Township and attended Lincoln Schools.  The parents are buried in Marble Park Cemetery in Milan.

Waugh James

James W. Waugh, farmer, sec. 31, was born in VT Sept. 1, 1816. Parents: Nathaniel and Mary Waugh, the former a native of Vermont, and the latter of New Hampshire. They came to Washtenaw county in 1832. He was married in Vermont in 1837, to Abigail Phillips, who was born in New York, December, 1823. Two children were born to this marriage-Sarah A., wife of Albert Warner, of this county, and Nancy, a resident of Livingston Co., Mich. Mrs. Waugh died in 1847, and in 1849 Mr. W. married Mrs. Rhoda Stone, who was born in New York in 1823. She had 2 children by her first marriage-William I. and Francis E. Mrs. (Rhoda) Waugh is a member of the Baptist Church. Mr. Waugh believes in the universal salvation of all mankind, and is a Democratic in politics. Source: History of Washtenaw County, 1881, page 1436.

Weaver Eva

Eva Smith Weaver, 88, died Dec. 17, 1978 at Saline Evangelical Home. She had lived at 233 Ideal, Milan.  She was b. Sept. 6, 1890 in Cone. She was daughter of Henry and Stella Connett Smith. On July 22, 1914 she married James Weaver in Monroe. He died Dec. 22, 1964. Survivors: one son, Gerald. She was buried at Rice Cemetery. Rev. Vern Campbell officiated at her funeral. Source: Ann Arbor News obit, Chelsea library.

Catherine Kanouse Webb was born June 16, 1824 and died March 18, 1902. She married Myron Webb.  She had two daughters, Idalene Webb Bender b. May 23, 1858, and Emily Emogene Webb Blackmer, b. June 19, 1845.  Catherine had a brother, Walter, who lived near Milan.  She had a sister, Mary.    

Webb Edwin

Edwin D. Webb, farmer, sec. 20, was born in New York, Nov. 1, 1830. His parents, Pascal and Linna (Monk) Webb, emigrated to this county in 1835. Mr. Webb was married in 1857, to Mary A. Kanouse, who was born in New Jersey in July, 1839. They have 2 children-Milton H., born April 24, 1859, and Ottie M., born Feb. 19, 1873. Mr. Webb has held several positions of honor and trust in York tp., and is a member of the Masonic fraternity. He and wife are members of the M. E. Church. Mr. Webb owns 80 acres of fertile land.  Source: Washt County Histry 1881 Chapman p. 1435.

Webb Edgar

Edgar Webb.  Died Aug. 14, 1858, buried in Judd Cemetery. Age 49 years, 4 months.  So he was born about 1808 approximately. 

Webb family

The Webb family was operating a grocery and meat market in Saline village.  Source:  F. H. Pray’s Washtenaw County Directory 1878-79, Saline Village section.

Webb Idalene

After the funeral for Mrs. Idalene Webb Bender, her remains were brought to Milan for burial at Marble Park Cemetery.  She died Jan. 26, 1935 at age 77.  She was an early resident of Saline.  She was born May 23, 1858. Her father, Myron Webb, was once the sheriff of Washtenaw county.  She taught school, then married late in life, on Sept. 3, 1925.  Her husband, Frank Bender, died 3 years before she did.  Surviving are her two nieces, Mrs. Cynthia Farmer, Mrs. Kenneth Noble, and three nephews, Webb Blackmer, DeVere Blackmer, all of Milan, and Thurlow Blackmer of Fowlerville.

Webb Myron

Myron Webb was born June 30, 1823 and died Oct. 4, 1910. He was the father of Idalene Webb and Emily Webb Blackmer.  He was married to Catherine Kanouse Webb on Feb. 21, 1844.  He is said to have been originally from LeRoy, NY, and his wife from Patterson, NJ. The Kanouse family originated in Holland.

Webb Myron

It may be a coincidence that Lucretia Gillett, Saline’s only professional photographer for about 30 years, was from LeRoy, NY.  Myron Webb was also from LeRoy.  Lucretia took pictures in Saline until 1889 when she went to California. Source: Bob Lane, Saline historian.

Webb Myron

Myron Webb is listed as “President” apparently he was president of Saline.  Source:  F. H. Pray’s Washtenaw County Directory 1878-79, Saline Village section.

Webb Myron

Myron Webb was the sheriff of Washtenaw County, elected sometime in the 1870’s.  During that time he refused to go to Ann Arbor.  He wouldn’t leave his home in Saline.  If something needed to be done in Ann Arbor, he sent his deputies.  When the next election came up, the Democrats found someone else to run for Sheriff besides Myron Webb.  Source: Bob Lane, Saline historian

Webb Myron

Myron Webb had a foundry business in Saline.  Source: Bob Lane, Saline historian.  Note: an atlas of Saline shows a foundry in town and uses the name “Webb.”

Webb Paschal D.

Paschal D. Webb and his wife Lavina are buried in Judd Cemetery, according to gravestone readings.  There is also a grave there for Edgar, see separate listing.

Webb Pascal D.

Pascal D. Webb transferred three-fourths of an acre of his land to the Township of York for use as a cemetery.  He was paid $30.  Date: March 26, 1839.  

Charles L. Webster was instantly killed Wednesday morning when a fast train on the Wabash Railroad hit the wagon in which he was riding htoward his home south of the depot. Mr. Webster recently purchased the Milan Merchants Delivery service from Guy Towler and, as was his custom, was returning home for dinner. The fast west-bound train, which does not stop at Milan, hit the rig, throwing Mr. Webster against the signal tower. The wagon was completely demolished and little was left of the groceries. The horse was also killed. It is said the gates were geing lowered when Mr. Webster drove onto the tracks.  Mr. Webster was the son of M&M C. M. Webster and has lived in the vicinity of Milan all his life. He was about 40 years old. He leaves a sister, wife, and daughter.

Webster Harold

Harold Chelsea Webster was born April (12?) 1924. Father: Mark Websterof Milan, born in Monroe county, a farmer. Mother: Ethel Smuck. Source: Milan births.

Webster
Mark

Mark Webster and his wife Ethel/Ethyl owned a dairy at 13873 Wabash in Milan.  Mark’s wife was a member of the Smuck family of Oakville. Their oldest son was Marion, youngest son was Harold.  The dairy was called “Sunrise Dairy” and later “Webster Dairy.” Source: WBW Nov. 16, 1987.

Webster Ozias

Elizabeth Webster died April 25, 1846; her husband, Ozias Webster, died March 7, 1859, age 67. They are buried side-by-side at Rice cemetery.

Weidman E. G.

He ran a Ford dealership at present-day Storl apartment building. He was there in 1925 and 1926. He was there after Elon Gauntlett’s garage, but before Walt Draper’s Buick dealership. WBW 3-17-1982. Later Weidman left the West Main location and built a new place for himself on Wabash, had Gulf gas station and Ford dealership. Later Schultz family bought it and used it for Chrysler.

Weisheit Heinz

Heinz R. Weisheit was working as a Psychiatrist according to a Milan Rotary club membership roster dated Jan. 4, 1949.  No residential address was given.

John C. Welch, 21, married Grace A. Smith, 26, on Oct. 12, 1904 at Milan.  John was the son of Michael Welch and Ella Sherman.  John’s occupation: farmer. Grace was b. MI, daughter of Willim Smith and Emma (Emaline). She was previously married once.  Edward H. Vail, minister. Source: Monroe county marriage records.

Welch Michael

Michael Welch was 51, a farmer, and b. in Ireland, when he saw a census taker in 1880.  He lived in Milan Township with his wife, Margret, 57, who was also b. in Ireland. The lived with son John, 17; daughter Ellen, 14; daughter Mary A., 12; daughter Eliza, 9; and daughter Lucy, 1.   They were close neighbors to Thomas Welch.

Welch Michael

Nellie Clarissa Sherman was b. Jan. 7, 1868. She died in Milan Oct. 31, 1959. She married #1 Michael C. Welch, who d. Oct. 15, 1919.  She married husband #2, William Henry Williams, in 1920.  He died in 1947.  The Michael C. Welch family lived at 12844 Crowe Road in about 1902.  It may have still been a log cabin.  That log cabin was built around 1883.

Welch Michael

Michael C. Welch was born Oct. 7, 1857 in Detroit. He died Oct. 15, 1919, age 62, 9 days. At age 3 he moved to Canada, returned to the US at age 21. He lived near Milan nearly all of his adult life. He married Nettie Sherman on Nov. 2, 1882, and had 4 children. His daughter died 13 years before he did. He had poor health for several years at the end of his life. Obit.

Welch Thomas

Thomas Welch, 55, was a farmer, b. in Ireland, living in Milan township when he spoke to a census taker in 1880.  He lived with wife Ann, 51, also b. in Ireland; along with son James, 17; daughter Ellen, 15; daughter Anna, 13; and son Hughie, 11. They lived as close neighbors to Michael Welch household.

Welch Thomas

Thomas Welch lived from 1827 to 1905, according to gravestone records at St. Mary Catholic cemetery in Milan township; he was also in the Monroe Democrat with a n obit ay 5, 1905. His wife Ann lived from 1829-1893. They had a daughter Ellen, who died April 22, 1864, age 5 years, 11 months and 6 days.  Also in the cemetery: Thomas and Ann’s daughter Mary b. June 10, 1868; died April 6, 1892. Son John, b. April 6, 1863, died Aug. 15, 1892. Daughter Elizabeth, b. April 13, 1871, died Jan. 14, 1899.

Weller George E.

George E. Weller was born 9-19-1905 and died 5-29-1906.  Marble Park

Weller Ira

Ira Weller was born 5-2-1904 and died 7-8-1906.

Weller Iva

Iva Weller died July 8, 1906 at Milan Village.  Her parents were George Weller and Viola Porter. Age at death: two years, 3 months, 6 days.  Source: Washt death records.
 

Weller Mrs.

Mrs. Weller of Milan is the daughter of Lorenzo David Porter.  Mr. Porter died Sept. 25, 1920 at the age of 74.  Lorenzo had 4 children, and when he died only two of his children were still living: Elmer Porter of Flint and Mrs. Weller of Milan.

Wells Kenneth

Kenneth Wells, known as “Ken,” was in the Publishing business, and lived at 322 E. Michigan, according to a Milan Rotary club membership roster dated Jan. 4, 1949.

Aaron M. Westfall of 64 First St. died Oct. 16, 1945 at age 56. His DOB was Aug.29, 1889 born in York Township. Wife: Grace Rhodes, 56 at time of Aaron’s death.  Aaron’s father was Reuben Westfall. Mother was Edith Caster or Carter, hard to read. Informant: Mrs. Grace Westfall. Burial in Mooreville.

Westfall Irene

Irene Westfall was b. Oct. 8, 1868 in York twp. She was daughter of Reuben Westfall, farmer, b. Mich., and Mary C. Westfall, b. Mich. Source: Washtenaw birth records, Vol. 1, page 48.

Westfall Reuben

Reuben Westfall farmer, sec. 36, was born in Livingston Co., Mich., Jan. 18, 1846. son of Levi and Lydia (Burgess) Westfall.  Mr. Westfall moved to his county in 1862 and was married in Lenawee Co., Mich. in 1867 to Mary E. Cook, who was born April 27, 1846, daughter of Hiram and Catherine Cook, natives of NY and early settlers in Lenawee county.  They have 2 children; Irena, born Oct. 8, 1868, and Luella C., born Sept. 25, 1878.  Mr. Westfall owns 172 acres of good land, and deals extensively in sheep.  He believes in the principles as set forth by the Democratic party. (From page 1436, History of Washtenaw County 1881) 

Westfall Reuben

Reuben Westfall was b. Feb. 18, 1843 in Mich. and d. Aug. 20, 1913. Father: Levi Westfall, b. NY. Mother: Lydia Burgon b. NY. Burial in Mooreville cemetery.

See “Emily Gauntlett” (wife of Archie Gauntlett) for further information.

Whaley James

James Whaley was elected Assessor at the first Milan Township meeting, which was probably held sometime before 1873.

Whaley
J.

In section 19, London Township, looking at the Monroe Atlas of 1876, in the northwest quarter of of that section, there is a note concerning the Estate of J. Whaley.  The note says that he settled here in 1832.   The farm on that atlas is apparently 80 acres.

Whaley William

William Whaley, cooper and farmer. Residence: Milan. Source:  F. H. Pray’s Washtenaw County Directory 1878-79, York Township section.

Whaley William

William Whaley was born in London township about four miles from Milan, November 22, 1834.  “He was the first white child born in the township and his father was among the first pioneers of London township.”  His mother died when he was young and he was forced upon his own resources.  He attended school at Dundee for a few years.  His wife, Sarah Valley, was born in New York state November 5, 1838. She moved to Dundee with her parents when she was 6.  Mr. and Mrs. Whaley were married in London (twp), September 29, 1853.  They had 8 c hildren. In 1903, as they celebrate 50 years of marriage, only 3 children are still living: Mrs. Emma Gauntlett, William H. Whaley of Milan, and George P. Whaley of North Adams.  In 1853 he opened the Milan cider mill and cooper shop and has operated them since that time.  He and sons now have an evaporator which employs a number of hands.  Source: Milan Leader news story.

Whaley William

William Whaley and wife Sarah Vealey were married in London twp. Sept. 29, 1853.  They lived at 244 W. Main St. in Milan.  He was b. Nov. 22, 1834 in London twp.  She was b. in NY Nov. 5, 1838.  She came to Michigan in 1844.  They had a cider mill and cooperage, which is a barrel and keg business.  The RR tracks didn’t come by their property until 1878.  Their residence was built about 1854 or 1855. 

Whaley William

William W. Whaley, of Milan, was born in London twp November 22, 1834. His parents came from New York in 1832, buying 80 acres of Government land. When William was 10 his mother, and he left home to do for himself. On September 29, 1853, he married Sarah Vealey, of London twp.  William Whaley was a cooper by trade. In January, 1864, he enlisted as corporal in Co. B, 1st Cavalry. He remained with his regiment during all its engagements of 1864. He was discharged August 5, 1865. He returned to London and farmed. In 1874 he sold the farm and came to Milan village, erecting a cooper shop and cider mill, doing the work at the mill with horse power. His business so increased that he was obliged to enlarge his works, and in 1884 put in a 40-horse power engine. In 1886 he used 25,000 bushels of apples and produced 3,000 barrels of cider. He ships his cider all over the United States. In 1886 he manufactured 3,000 gallons of apple-butter, for which he found ready sale. Mr. Whaley is a member of the Cider Makers' Association of the State of Ohio, and is considered the representative cider maker of the Association. Mr. Whaley has four children, one an adopted daughter. He is a member of the Lucius Taylor Post, GAR No. 274. Source: History of Monroe County, 1890, by Talcott Wing p. 40.

Wheaton John

John Wheaton, Jr., a retired carpenter and joiner of London, was born in Burlington, Otsego county, NY, April 15, 1808. His parents were of American birth. John jr. lived at home on a farm until he was 21. He learned carpentry.  During the winter he worked as a shoemaker. He married 's trade. June 19, 1831, he married Eliza Miller Ball, of Exeter, Otsego county, N.Y, on June 19, 1831.  She was b Feb. 10, 1809. In 1852 he moved to Oakville, where he has since resided. They have ten children: Eliza M., born April 14, 1832; Sarah Electa, born Feb. 15, 1834; Esther M., born Feb. 13, 1836; Eveline M., born April 22, 1838; Emiline M., born June 8, 1840; John M., May 20, 1842; William Penn, Sept. 30, 1844; Mary L., Aug. 30, 1846; Albert M., July 23, 1850; Melva J., Jan. 9, 1852. John M., who was born in 1842, enlisted Sept. 20, 1861, in Co. K, 1st Mich. Cav. (Broadhead's Regiment). He was captured at the battle of Cedar Mountain and was confined in Libby prison seven weeks, He had two horses shot from under him, and carries the marks of war to-day upon his person.  Source: page 34, History of Monroe County, 1890, Talcott Wing.

Pioneers began settling in what is now York township in 1824. Among them were Aaron Wheeler, most of whom were from New York state.  Source: A Third Volume Devoted to Washtenaw County, Byron Alfred Finney, 1924.

Wheeler Aaron

The first saw-mill was built at Mooreville by Isaac Hathaway in 1832. The second saw-mill was built by Aaron R. Wheeler on Honey creek, running through the farm he still occupies. Source: p. 1417, History of Washt County 1881.

Wheeler Aaron R.

Wm. Moore and Aaron R. Wheeler were the first Justices of the Peace in York twp. They were appointed by the Governor of the Territory of Michigan. Source: Hist. of Washt. County 1881 Chapman.

Wheeler Charles

Charles Wheeler died Tuesday [approximately August 31, 1937] at his farm home west of Milan. He was 73. He was born in Ann Arbor. He lived in this community (Milan) most of his life, and for many years lived on the farm where he died. For several years he lived in Milan and was engaged in the well drilling business. He returned to the farm about a year ago. His wife died last May.  Burial will be this afternoon (Thursday) at York Cemetery. He leaves one brother, Park Wheeler of St. Paul, Minn., and one sister, Mrs. Dolly Bliss of Detroit.  Source: obituary.

Wheeler Eliza

Eliza J. Wheeler was b. Oct. 16, 1825 in NY, d. Sept. 5, 1911. Father: James Miller, b. NY. Mother: Sally Rogers b. NY. Buried in York cemetery. Source: York death records.

Wheeler Harvey

Harvey M. Wheeler was born in East Bloomfield, NY May 3, 1829. He came here 42 years ago and settled on a farm in Pittsfield township. He was one of 12 children. His sister Jerome Gooding lives in York township. The deceased married Miss E. E. Bently Sept. 7, 1849.   Note: obit is not dated, but it might be around 1900-1910.

Wheeler James

James Wheeler was b. NJ. Then he moved to Ovid, Seneca county, NY. He came to Mich. in 1833. He bought 200 acres from James Whitney, near Adrian. Had 7 children, not in this order: Abraham, b. 1803-1872; James C., 1801-1872; Samuel; Charles; Emiline; Mary Ann; Sally Ann.

Wheeler Paul

Paul H. Wheeler was b. May 5, 1875 in York twp, where he lived until 1906. He then went to Detroit. He is survived by two brothers and two sisters, Charlie Wheeler of Milan, Park H. Wheeler of Minneapolis, Mrs. Horton Davis of Charlotte, MI, and Mrs. W. Bliss of Detroit.  Funeral services Monday afternoon Dec. 21. Burial at York cemetery. Source: news clip with handwritten note that says Dec. 19, 1931.

Wheeling, Aaron R.

Aaron R. Wheeling came to York Township in 1834.  He had property along Stony Creek Road east of Carpenter.  He was a member of York Baptist Church, and served as a deacon for 50 years until his death in 1884.  Hundreds of people were baptized over the years in “Wheeler’s Creek.”

Levant White was born May 15, 1869 in York twp. Father: Thomas White, farmer. Mother: Jane. Both b. NY. Source: Washtenaw birth records, vol. 1, p. 120

Whitehead, Asa

Asa Whitehead was reimbursed 75 cents for the cost of making a ballot box for the village of Milan. Feb. 24, 1886. 

Whiting Ada

Ada Whiting died in Samaria Tuesday afternoon. Handwritten note on obit: April 6, 1928. She was born in Bedford twp Nov. 26, 1854 and was daughter of MM Chester Mason. She is survived by 4 daughters and 4 sons.  Cora Osgood, Jennie Pell,Emma Moyer, Ada Blackman, Reuben Whiting, Edward Whiting, Dewey Whiting, GeorgeWhiting of Samaria.

Whiting Castella

James H. Boyden, of Saline, married Castella Whiting of London (twp) March 8, 1866 in London by Rev. J. S. Boyden. Witness: Kate Whiting.

Whiting Eliza

Anton Ley, 30, of Bedford, born in Reading, PA, occupation farmer, was married March 11, 1878 in Bedford. Bride: Eliza Whiting, 24, of Bedford, born in England. Witnessed: Frank Whiting and Maria Whiting of Bedford.  NOTE: Eliza would have been born about 1854. Perhaps Eliza’s family came to NY around 1855.  Frank may be her brother.  He may have been born soon after the family arrived in NY?

Whiting Francis

Aug. 24, 1875. Seller: Harrison G. Voorhies and Francis Whiting, executors of estate of George Whiting deceased, late of York twp. Buyer: David Blackmer of York twp.  Price: $225.  Babcock Hotel.  L. 98, p. 570. 

Whiting Frank

Frank Whiting, 22, of Bedford, born in NY, occupation farmer, was married Dec. 25, 1877 in Bedford. Bride: Lydia Maria Bilton, 18, of Bedford, born in Mich. Witness: Eliza Whiting. Source: Monroe county marriage records.  Note: Frank would have been born about 1855.

Whiting George

In 1874 Allen Burnham married Melissa Whiting, the daughter of George and Mary Whiting, who were owners and proprietors of the Babcock Hotel.  They were married in Milan. 

Whiting George

Jan. 8, 1859.  Sellers: George Whiting and Mary Elizabeth Whiting, his wife of York twp. Buyer: Francis Whiting.  Price: $550. Property is west half of south west of section 32.  There are a few pieces of the parcel that are not included, were sold previously.  Thomas Gray, justice of the peace. L 45 p 385

Whiting George

May 24, 1861.  George Whiting and Elizabeth his wife, seller.  Thomas Gray, buyer.  Price: $8. Parcel is located in Section 31 in York township.  Martin Gray, Justice of the Peace.  L. 48 p. 670

Whiting George

March 14, 1859. Seller: George H. Whiting and Lacy (Lucy?) Whiting, his wife, residents of Pittsfield twp.  Buyer: Ralph C. Whiting. Price: $400. Property is located in Pittsfield twp. along Ann Arbor and Ypsilanti Road.  L. 52 p. 290.

Whiting George

July 6, 1858.  Seller: George H. Whiting of Pittsfield township. No wife mentioned.  Buyer: Ralph C. Whiting.  Price: $1,000.  Property located in Pittsfield Township along Ann Arbor and Ypsilanti Road.  L. 52 p. 291. 

Whiting George

George Whiting, 1 a b, sec. 23, Milan.  Source:  F. H. Pray’s Washtenaw County Directory 1878-79, York Township section.

Whiting Isabella

Isabella Whiting married E. R. Palmer on April 15, 1864 in London twp.  The groom was the son of Henry Palmer.  Source: Monroe county marriage records.
 

Whiting Jane

Jane Whiting died Aug. 1, 1868, age 9 years. Typhoid Fever. Parents: Edward and Sarah Whiting of Bedford.  Monroe county death records.

Whiting Lorenzo

Lorenzo W. Whiting, 29, of Cleveland, born in Berea, Ohio, married on April 28, 1878 in Erie. Bride: Minnie McGraw, 18, of Detroit, born in Rome, NY.

Whiting Michael

Michael Whiting, 23, of Bedford, born in England, occupation Farmer, was married Jan. 1, 1871. Bride: Ada Mason, 16, of Bedford, born in Bedford.

Whiting Michael

Monroe Democrat of Nov.24, 1911,says: Samaria News. Michael Whiting died Nov. 16, 1911 age 66. He was b. in Sutton, Cambridgeshire, England May 4, 1845. He came to America with his parents in 1852, settling near Rochester, NY. They came to Michigan in 1866, settling in Bedford twp.  He married Ada J. Mason Jan. 1, 1871. They had 9 children, 8 still living: George, Edward, Reuven, Cora (Osgood), Emma (Moyer), Ada (Blackman), and Miss Jennie. He was buried in Union cemetery.  NOTE: George Whiting, son of Michael Whiting, could not possibly by the same person as the Babcock Hotel owner.  The Hotel George Whiting died in 1875. 

Whiting Robert

Robert W. Whiting, 93, died Monday. Buried in Forest Cemetery, Toledo. He was born Sept. 1, 1888 in Samaria, the son of Frank and Marie (Bilton) Whiting.  Source: Obit, with date “June 16, 1982.”

Whiting Rumford

1842, Rumford Whiting elected supervisor London twp. Source, Beers atlas Monroe county 1876

Whiting Thedore

Thedore Whiting and his wife, Theo, suffered the death of their baby boy on May 15, 1876.  He was 3 months old and died of Cholera Infantum.   No name.  Source: Monroe county death records.

Daraxa Whitmarsh was a charter member of the First Baptist Church of Milan, which later became known as Milan Baptist Church. 

Whitmarsh Ella

Ella M. Whitmarsh was born in Ypsilanti township in 1852. She married John S. Bray, who died in 1901. They had two sons, Frank and Carl, borth preceding her in death. Mrs. Bray died in Alma, Mich. July 24, 1937 at age 85, 2 months, 16 days. She was a member of Maccabees, also Milan Chapter, Order of Eastern Star. She was a member of Milan Baptist Church starting April 30, 1891.  Burial at Marble Park. Source: Obit.

Whitmarsh Imoe

Imoe Bell Whitmarsh was the daughter of Doraxia Dexter Whitmarsh and William Whitmarsh.  Imoe was born in 1879.  She married Joseph Timlin April 23, 1902.  The place of their wedding was probably Detroit.    

Whitmarsh Sophronia

Sophronia Whitmarsh, the daughter of Silas and Julia Whitmarsh, was b Jan. 15, 1854 in Washt. County, and died Sunday Jan. 22, 1933 at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Lee Denton. Sophronia married Wiles Dexter March 8, 1871.  They moved to Milan on the Dexter homestead where she lived the remainder of her life. Survived by 3 daughters, Lucy Hack of Hillsdale, Annis Gray of Ypsi, Lerah Denton of Milan, and 3 grandchildren, Wanda Todd, Virginia Norris, and Dexter Denton.  Burial at Marble Park cemetery.

Whitmarsh William

William Whitmarsh came from Ypsilanti.  At some point he left Ypsilanti an went to Milan.  Also, at some point, he and his wife Doraxa Dexter Whitmarsh lived in Dexter.

Whitmarsh William

William Whitmarsh, a grocer in Milan (and also served as Milan Village President) purchased 20 shares of stock in the Farmers and Merchants Bank of Milan, on Feb.14, 1890. The stock cost $100 a share. Source: WBW Ap. 15, 1992.

Whitmarsh William

William Whitmarsh was elected president of the Village of Milan in 1895, succeeding Mell Barnes. He served two one-year terms, 1895 and 1896.  In 1897, Charles Wilson took over.

Whitmarsh William

Whitmarsh was photographed inside his store in 1897.  That is the date of the photo as given by Warren Hale in one of his early columns.  The store was at 3 W. Main.  In 1900 Whitmarsh partnered with Charles Patterson, according to Hale.  NOTE:  See “Patterson.”

Whitmarsh William

William Whitmarsh, 40 a sec. 25 PO Milan.  Source:  F. H. Pray’s Washtenaw County Directory 1878-79, York Township section.

Whitmarsh William

On Jan. 26, 1895, William Whitmarsh bought 20 more shares of stock in addition to what he already had, and he got himself elected President of the Farmers and Merchants Bank of Milan, in place of former President Mell Barnes.  He served as president of the bank until his death in 1919.  Source: WBW April 15, 1992.

Whitmarsh William

William Whitmarsh partnered with Charles Patterson in operating the grocery store in Milan.  Patterson was the husband of Draxy’s niece, Gertrude Hitchcock.   Basically, Charles Patterson was partnered with his Uncle William Whitmarsh.

Wiedmeyer

Advertisement in May 1964 Milan Booster Leader says “TV and Radio service & repair. Wiedmeyer TV, 227 Ideal St., Milan, MI.

Adda Wilcox was b. Oct. 26, 1869 in York twp. Her father: Lewis Wilcox. Mother: Lucy Wilcox. Source: Washtenaw birth records Vol. 1 p. 122.

Wilcox Adda

Adda Wilcox, b. Oct. 26, 1869, died August 29, 1870, according to Michigan genealogical death index.  Source: Eugene Lister of Grass Lake.

Wilcox Alexander

Alexander and Elmira A. (Sherman) Wilcox came to Michigan in Oct. 1834.  They located 120 acres of land on secs 25 and 26. Alexander died Oct. 18, 1875. 
They had two children: Lewis A. Wilcox (see below) and Addie, born Jan. 9, 1853.  Addie got married March 28, 1877 to Alva R. Dexter.

Wilcox Alexander

Alexander Wilcox was b. Dec. 6, 1810 in NY. Or, he may have been b. about 1817.  He was the son of Benjamin Wilcox and Betsey Waugh. He was married in London twp onMay 20, 1837 to Elmira Sherman. He died Oct. 18, 1875 in York twp, buried in Marble Memorical cemetery.  See “Wilcox, Elmira.”  They had three children. (1) Lewis A. Wilcox b. Jan. 5, 1842 in York twp.  (2) Emiline Wilcox, b. 1847 in York twp. (3) Addie Wilcox, b. 1853 in York twp. Husband: Alva Ryan Dexter.  

Wilcox Alexander

Alexander Wilcox obtained 40 acres for homestead on March 16, 1837.  This was located in Sec. 35 of Milan twp, (Township 4 S, Range 6 E).  Source: Eugene Lidster of Grass Lake.

Wilcox Amanda

Amanda Wilcox died Oct. 28, 1869 of rheumatism in York twp. She was married, age 41 years, 2 months, 7 days. Born in NY, occupation farming, parents Lewis and Mary Clark of Hillsdale, MI.  Source: Washtenaw death records.

Wilcox Amanda

Amanda Clark was b. Dec. 31, 1826 in NY, daughter of Lewis Clark and Mary. She died Nov. 23, 1869 in York twp, buried in Mooreville cemetery. She became wife of Orange Wilcox.  They had five children.  See “Orange Wilcox.”  Source: Eugene Lidster of Grass Lake.

Wilcox Ann

Ann J. Wilcox was b. May 15, 1832 in NY. She died Feb. 7, 1906 in Milan twp, buried in Rice cemetery. Father: Lot Wilcox. Mother: Nancy Sperry.  Marriage:  Dec. 8, 1852 in Milan to Nathan Phillips, had 3 children.  See “Phillips, Nathan” for more info.  Source: Eugene Lidster of Grass Lake.

Wilcox Benjamin

Benjamin Wilcox was b. about 1785. He and Betsey Waugh Wilcox were the parents of Lot Wilcox, b. about 1807 in NY.  Source: Eugene Lidster of Grass Lake.

Wilcox Benjamin

Benjamin Wilcox and his wife, Betsy, transferred some real estate to Elijah Ellis in July, 1836.  Consisting of about one acre, part in Washtenaw and part in Monroe county.  Bounded on the south by the river.  Present Gay Block is included in this transfer.

Wilcox Benjamin

Benjamin Wilcox and Sabina, his wife, transferred some land to George Wilcox.

Wilcox Benjamin

Benjamin Wilcox received a homestead Oct. 20, 1835 of more than 156 acres in Sec. 3 of Milan twp (Range 5 S, Range 6 E).  Source: Eugene Lidster of Grass Lake.

Wilcox Benjamin

Benjamin Wilcox died Dec. 17, 1850, according to the grave marker in Spaulding cemetery. Age, 70 years. Source: Martha deciphers her photo of gravestone.

Wilcox Clarence

On July 26, 1886, Clarence Wilcox purchased Lot 11 of Hack’s Addition to the Village of Milan.  Seller: William H. Hack and his wife, Mary Hack.  Price: $800. Signed by Mell Barnes, Notary Public, and Jessie Barnes.

Wilcox Charles

PROBABLY NOT RELATED:  Charles W. Wilcox was born at Milan, Michigan, Feb. 8, 1847.  His parents came to Michigan in 1837.  His father was a blacksmith.  On Sept. 18, 1870, he married Ellen Bartholomew, who was born in Medina county, Ohio, August 8, 1845.  They had one child.  Mr. Wilcox started farming in 1874 and has a farm in London township. (History of Monroe County, 1913, at page 40)

Wilcox Charles

Charles Wilcox, 33, was a farmer in Milan twp when the census was taken in 1880. He was b. MI, his father b. MI, his mother b. NY. Wife Ellen, 34, b. Ohio, herparents b. NY.  They were close neighbors with Charles Dennison and James C. Dennison.

Wilcox Chester

Chester Wilcox, 64, was a blacksmith, and was b. in NY. His wife Sarah, 57, was b. in VT. The son Russell, 24, lived in the home. Source: 1880 census of Milan Village, on the Milan township side.  (Note: he must have lived next door to Buckley Marble, or across the street, because the census records are close by. This could be a result of Mrs. Buckley’s maiden name being “Wilcox.”)

Wilcox Elmira

Emira Sherman was b. 1818 in NY, and died Sept. 11, 1882 in York twp. She married Alexander Wilcox and had three children, see “Alexander Wilcox.”  Elmira was thedaughter of George Sherman.

Wilcox Frankie

Mooreville Cemetery, headstone for Frankie Wilcox, (son of C. and E. Wilcox, which might be Charles and Ellen Wilcox, not sure).  Frankie died Sept. 9, 1877, age 3 yrs, 11 mos, 11 days.   (Note: Frankie could be the son of Charles and Ellen Bartholemew Wilcox.)

Wilcox George

George Wilcox, 80 a sec. 36, P.O. Milan. 

Wilcox George

George Wilcox “Willcox” in row 14 Mooreville Cemetry. (Son of Benjamin and Betsey Wilcox). He died July 11, 1858, aged 33 years, 9 mos and 18 D’s.

Wilcox Hiram

Hiram Wilcox was b. Aug. 20, 1867 in York twp. He was son of Lewis A. Wilcox, farmer, b. Mich., and Lucy J. Wilcox, b. NY. Source: Washtenaw birth records Vol. 1, page 34.  Hiram died Sept. 17, 1880 according to Millard F. Phillips genealogy book. Source: Eugene Lidster of Grass Lake.

Wilcox Lewis A.

Lewis A. Wilcox, 80 a sec. 35 and 36, P.O. Milan.  Source:  F. H. Pray’s Washtenaw County Directory 1878-79, York Township section.

Wilcox, Lewis A.

Lewis A. Wilcox, farmer, was born in Washtenaw county Jan. 5, 1842. His parents were Alexander and Alvira A. (Sherman) Wilcox, the former of whom came to Michigan in October, 1834. and located 120 acres of land on secs. 25 and 26. He died Oct. 18, 1875. Two children were born to them-Lewis, and Addie, who was born Jan. 9, 1853, and married March 28, 1877, to Alva R. Dexter. Lewis was raised on a farm, and Feb. 12, 1863, married Louisa J. Fox, a native of Niagara Co., N. Y. They had 4 children, 1 survives:  Clara B., who was born December 24, 1863. Hiram A, Addie, and an infant are deceased. Mr. Wilcox owns 80 acres of land on secs. 6 and 35, valued at $65 per acre. He is a member of the I.O. O. F.  Source: History of Washtenaw County, 1881, p. 1436.

Wilcox Lewis A.

Lewis A. Wilcox was b. Jan. 5, 1842 in York twp and died Nov.16, 1982 in York twp, buried in Marble Park cemetery. He was the son of Alexander Wilcox and Elmira Sherman.  His wife was Amanda Bowerman, married Feb. 12, 1863 in London twp. He also married Lucy J. Fox in 1890.  He married Adeline “Addie” Richardson, date not known.  Source: Eugene Lidster,Grass Lake.  Eugene says he used the Millard F. Phillips genealogy book.

Wilcox
Lot

Lot Wilcox, headstone found in Mooreville cemetery.  He was son of Benjamin and Betsey Wilcox.  Headstone broken, no dates.

Wilcox
Lot

Lot and Nancy Wilcox have some children buried in various cemeteries. Sheldon is in Mooreville cemetery. Cleanthra R. in Rice.  Aurelia A. Wilcox, Mrs. Webstser D. Root, is in Mooreville Cemetery (see “Root.”)  May be other children also.

Wilcox
Lot

Lot Wilcox received a homestead in Milan township, section 33, on Oct. 9, 1835. He obtained 80 acres. Source: Eugene Lidster of Grass Lake.

Wilcox
Lot

Lot Wilcox was b. about 1807 in NY and died before 1850 in York twp. He was buried in Mooreville cemetery.  His father was Benjamin Wilcox, mother was Betsey Waugh. His wife:  Nancy Sperry, see separate listing for Nancy Wilcox.  Lot and Nancy had 5 children, first two born in NY, rest born in York twp.  (1) Aurelia A. Wilcox, b. Jan. 9, 1829. Died May 1, 1869.  Married Oct. 9, 1850 to Webster D. Root.  (2) Ann J. Wilcox, b. May 15, 1832, died Feb. 7, 1906 in Milan twp, Rice cemetery. Married Dec. 8, 1852 in Milan to Nathan Phillips.  (3) Marion Orisa Wilcox, b.Jan.13, 1838, died Oct. 13, 1863 in Milan twp. Buried in Rice cemetery. Married in Milan March 21, 1860 to Chalon Mead.  (4) Sheldon H. Wilcox, b. Aug. 6, 1840, died Oct. 27, 1863 at age 23, buried in Mooreville cemetery.  (5) Cleantha Rebecca Wilcox, b. Feb.13, 1844, died April 3, 1899, buried Rice cemetery. Married between 1860-1870 to Alonzo Mead.  Source: Eugene Lidster of Grass Lake.

Wilcox Lyman

Lyman Wilcox, 64, a sawmill proprietor, was b. in NY according to 1880 census of Milan township. His wife, “Margret” Wilcox, 61, also b. in NY. They lived with William H., 38, son; Lyman A., 21, son; and Harry E. Fuller, 15, grandson.

Wilcox Marion

Marion O. Wilcox was b. Jan. 13, 1838 in Michigan. She was daughter of Lot Wilcox and Nancy Sperry Wilcox.  Marion was married March 21, 1860 in Milan to Mr. Chalon Mead. Marion died Oct. 13, 1863 in Milan twp, buried in Rice cemetery.  Source: Eugene Lidster, Grass Lake.

Wilcox Nancy

Nancy Sperry was b. about 1811 in NY.  Nancy’s father: Sheldon Sperry. Her mother: Sally Preston.  She was the wife of Lot Wilcox and had 5 children, see “Lot Wilcox.”  Nancy had one other husband during her life, Enoch H. Phillips.  Source: Eugene Lidster of Grass Lake.

Wilcox Orange

Mooreville cemetery reading shows Orange “Willcox”, son of Benjamin and Betsey Wilcox. He died April 28, 1875.  His wife: Amanda C. Wilcox, died Nov. 23, 1869, aged 42 years, 10 ms and 23 D’s.

Wilcox Orange

Ellen G. Wilcox, daughter of Orange and Amanda Wilcox, died Sept. 16 1858 aged 6 years.  Mooreville cemetery headstone row 14. 

Wilcox Orange

Orange Wilcox was b. July 14, 1805 in NY. He died April 28, 1875 in York twp. Buried in Mooreville cemetery. His father: Benjamin Wilcox. Mother: Betsey Waugh.  Orange was married to Amanda Clark (see Wilcox, Amanda).  They had five children: (1) George Wilcox, b. 1842 in Mich. (2) Mary Wilcox b. 1846 in Mich, husband James Young. (3) Clarence Wilcox, b. about 1848 in Mich. (4) Franclia Wilcox, b. 1852, married William Warner; (5) Ellen Wilcox, b. 1853, died Sept. 18, 1858, burial Mooreville cemetery.  Source: Eugene Lidster of Grass Lake.

Wilcox
R. R.

Ad in the Milan Leader, Dec. 14, 1911, inside page:  “You can save money if you trade at my grocery. And my stock is at all times clean and fresh.  R. R. Wilcox, The Square Deal Grocer.”

Wilcox Sheldon

Sheldon H. Wilcox name on headstone at Mooreville cemetery. (He was son of Lot and Nancy Wilcox.) He died Oct. 27, 1863, age 23 years 2 months and 21 D’s. (Sheldon’s sister Cleanthra R. is in Rice Cemetery.)

Wilcox William

William Wilcox was b. in York twp. Sept. 17, 1868. Father: Lewis Wilcox, farmer, b. Mich. Mother: Lucy Wilcox, b. Mich. Source: Washtenaw birth records, Vol.1.

Wilcox William

William Wilcox is believed to be the same as “infant Wilcox” who died Nov. 3, 1868 at 1 month and 12 days.  Source: Eugene Lidster of Grass Lake.

Elizabeth Wilderson, a widow, died May 18, 1920 in the Village of Milan, at the age of 75 years, 2 months. She died of heart disease. Born in Michigan, her parents were William Newberry and Mary Paminten (hard to read that name). Both her parents were born in NY. Death certificate was signed by Jese Button, Village Clerk and Register of Deaths. Source: Washtenaw death records.

Wilkinson Thomas

Thomas A. Wilkinson, 56, was married Oct. 31, 1903 to Mersey Van Aken, 44.  Wedding took place in Milan, Monroe county side, with Walter E. Burnett, clergyman. Thomas was born in MI, and lives in Riga, MI, occupation farmer. He was son of William and Jane Agneu Wilkinson. He was previously married once. Mersey was born in Ohio, residence is Holland, Ohio. She is daughter of Levi Manley and Rona Osgood. She was previously married twice.  Source: Monroe marriage records.

Williams Sylvester

Sylvester Williams, known as “Bill,” was in the restaurant business, and lived at 218 York Street, according to a Milan Rotary club membership roster dated Jan. 4, 1949.

Williamson C. W.

C. W. Williamson had a farm residence in Sec. 30, Milan township, illustrated as a drawing in 1876 Atlas of Monroe County.

Wilson Alzina

Alzina A. Wilson was the wife of Charles Wilson when 1900 census was taken. She was b. May 1842 in Mich., her parents were both b. in NY.  She was 58 when census was taken, married 33 years, and had 2 children, both of them still living.  Residence in Village of Milan on Monroe county side.  [Note: her maiden name was Mead.]

Wilson C. H.

C. H. Wilson owned a strip of land in Milan on west side of Wabash street, between Wabash and the Wabash railroad.  His strip was a little ways north of Isaac Wilson’s land. Source: map of Monroe County dated 1901.

Wilson Charles

Charles H. Wilson was elected President of the Milan Village Council on March 11, 1897.

Wilson Charles

Charles H. Wilson, 43, “Sawmill proprietor” was b. in Mich. according to census records taken in 1880 in Milan Village, on Monroe county side. He lived with his wife Alzena A. Wilson, 37, b. Mich., along with daughter Gracie, 11, and son Fred G. T. Wilson, 9.  (Note: this home was close neighbors with Myron Wilson home.)

Wilson Charles

During the 1900 census, Charles Wilson, b. Sept. 1836, was 63 years old.  He was married and lived on the Monroe County side of the Village of Milan. He was married 33 years, b. NY, his father b. England, his mother b. NY. His occupation: “Lumber dealer grist miller.”  Owns his home free and clear. Lives with his wife, Alzina A. Wilson, b. May 1842, age 58, married 33 years. She has had 2 children, both are still living. She was b. in MI and her parents were b. NY.  Source: 1900 census.

Wilson Charles

Mrs. Alzina Mead, wife of Charles H. Wilson, of Milan, passed away Jan. 17, 1902. Mrs. Wilson was born in Milan twp May 25, 1842, the youngest of four children. She married Charles H. Wilson of Milan on Jan. 19, 1867.  They had a son, Fred G. T. Wilson, of Milan, who has been in business with his father, and a daughter, Grace M. Wilson who married Wilmer F. Butler, who is of the shoe firm of Gauntlett & Butler, Detroit, and lives in that city.  Since the marriage of her children, Mrs. Wilson and her husband have built a new house, and as Mr. Wilson has recently sold his lumber business, they had intended to take the later years of their life as easily as possible.  Date of newspaper clipping: 1902.

Wilson Charles

Charles W. Wilson bought 15 shares of stock in Farmers and Merchants Bank of Milan on Feb. 14, 1890.  Shares were $100 apiece.   Source: WBW Ap. 15, 1992.

Wilson Charles

Feb. 2, 1887. Charles H. Wilson, Alzina A. Wilson, William H. Warner and Mary E. Warner sold lot 6 of Wilson and Warner addition to the Village of Milan. The buyer: Jacob Ferman of Milan, Monroe County. Price: $140.  L 117, p.208.  George R. Williams, Notary Public. Peter Hinckley, witness.

Wilson
C. H.

In the Milan Leader, Dec. 14, 1911, a news item stated that a board was elected for the Union Church board of trustees.  Charles Gauntlett, chairman.  C. H. Wilson, secretary. W. H. Warner, treasurer. Jos. Raymond, trustee. Frank Conde, trustee.

Wilson
C. H.

“C. H. Wilson, Manufacturer of and Dealer in Hard Wood Lumber. Also, connected with firm of T. Wilson & Son, in Manufacturing Flour, Feed, & c. Custom Grinding promptly done and satisfaction guaranteed.  Milan Village.”  Advertisement found in directory for “Milan” business in the 1876 Monroe County Atlas, published by F. W. Beers & Co.

Wilson Charles H.

Charles H. Wilson signed a deed July 1, 1921 in front of Joel L. Marble, Justice of the Peace.  Wilson’s signature was shaky and small, probably from arthritis.  The purchaser: Village of Milan for $1. Land shall be known as “Wilson’s Park.” Bounded by river on north, land of Alfred F. Van Worner on east, bounded on south by Republic Milling Co. and P. T. Johnston and Sons. Bounded on west by land of P. T. Johnston and Wabash St. Conditions: land used as public park and recreation ground only. No shoddy or temporary structure erected on it. No fences or hedges to obstruct the view from Wabash St. No liquor, gambling games, foreign circus or tent shows.   Witness: D. J. Early or P. J. Early.  Wilson was a single man, his wife had already died.  Note; Village had deed recorded in 1936.

Wilson Charles H.

Charles H. Wilson, son of Thomas and Jane Ann Wilson, was born in Portage, NY Sept. 25, 1836. He died July 27, 1927, age 90 years, 10 months, and 2 days. Funeral was held at the home of his niece, Mrs. Ray Salmon. Masonic burial service at Marble Park cemetery.  In 1838, he went with his parents to Chicago on one of the first steam boats to ply the Great Lakes. The next five years in Indiana and Iowa, then he came to Monroe, Michigan. He came to Milan in 1856.  In 1867 he married Alzina A. Mead. They had two children, Grace M. Butler of Detroit and Fred G. T. Wilson of Lansing.  He was active in political life in Milan village. He was postmaster, councilman, village president, member of the school board, and vice president and board member of Farmers and Merchants Bank of which he was one of the organizers. On Sept. 12, 1862 he took Master Mason degree in the Saline lodge and was a charter member of Milan lodge 323. He operated a saw mill and lumber yard for many years and was interested with his brother, Myron, in the Milan Roller Flour Mill. Source: obit

Wilson Charles H.

Word reached Milan yesterday noon of the death of Chas. H. Wilson at the home of his son in Lansing. He was a life long resident of Milan, coming here with his parents when he was a very small boy, in 1855.  His father organized a grist mill which at his death was operated by Chas. Wilson and his brother, Myron, who died in 1922 [might be wrong year].  At the death of his brother, Charles sold the milling business to the late Michael Neckels and retired. A fewyears ago Charles Wilson gave the village a plot of ground known as Wilson Park. Funeral will be held at home of Mr. and Mrs. Ray C. Salmon on Wilcox Street.

Wilson Elizabeth

Elizabeth M. Wilson died March 3, 1929 at age 76.  Her husband was Myron Wilson.  Her DOB was Jan. 2, 1853, she was born in Milan. Her father was Marvin Haight, born in NY State. Her mother was Roxanna Haven, born in NY State. Informant: Vada Salmon.  Marble Park Cemetery.

Wilson Fred

Fred T. Wilson elected Village Trustee March 19, 1898.  Milan Leader says his name was “Fred G. T. Wilson.”

Wilson Fred

Fred Wilson appointed “Nozzle Man” for Milan Fire Dept. in January 1900.

Wilson Fred

Fred G. T. Wilson elected Village Clerk March 10, 1902. Also 1903.

Wilson Fred A.

Fred A. Wilson, 21, was married to Mabel A. Gauntlett, 19 etc.  SEE:  Gauntlett, Mabel A.

Wilson
Ira

Ira Wilson, 29, farmer, b. NY, wife Susan A., 42, b. MI.  Census of 1880, London twp. Step daughter Lois Hawks, 19, b. MI, also step-daughter Eleanor Hawks, 17. They work as servants. Stepson Carleton Hawks, 13, and Sheridan E. Hawks, 10.

Wilson Isaac

Isaac Wilson, 53, occupation “painter,” lives on Main St. in village of Oakville, London twp. He was b. NY. His wife Elisabeth, 50, was b. NY.  Source: London twp census 1880. [Note: not related to Charles Wilson the flour mill operator.]

Wilson Isaac

Isaac Wilson died August 9, 1911 according to Monroe County death records, book C page 148, Milan records.  He was age 84, 5 months, 16 days (so he was born about 1827).  He was born in New York, a retired farmer. Names of parents not given.

Wilson Isaac

Some land on west side of Wabash street in Milan, between the street and the Wabash railroad, was owned by Isaac Wilson, according to a map dated 1901.

Wilson Isaac

Isaac Wilson was born Feb. 27, 1827 in NY State. In June 1846 he married Elizabeth Vicly of Heartsville, NY. She was born at Beckman, NY in 1830. In 1856, Mr. Wilson moved to Michigan.  Jan. 27, 1864, he enlisted in 6th Mich. Heavy Artillery as a private. While in the service he was taken sick, and has been unable to do any manual labor since. He was discharged at New Orleans, Aug. 20, 1865, and returned to Oakville, Michigan where he now resides (about 1879).  The couple had four children: George, Emma, Phoebe, and William. Mr. Wilson is a member of Taylor Post, No. 274, G. A. R. of Milan.

Wilson Jane

Jane Wilson, wife of Robert Wilson, died Jan. 29, 1849, aged 66 years.  (born 1783).  From records of Stony Creek Cemetery.

Wilson Jane

Jane Wilson was the head of household in 1900 when census was taken.  She lived in Village of Milan on Monroe county side, probably on Wabash Street.  She was b. Feb. 1812 in NY, age 88, widowed. She had 2 children, both still living.  Her father was b. VT and her mother b. CT. She owns her own home free and clear, no mortgage.  Also living in the home, Sarah E., daughter, b. July 1844 in IN, age 55, single, her father b. England, her mother b.NY.  [Note: her deceased husband was Thomas Wilson, flour mill operator.]

Wilson John

John C. Wilson was born Jan. 6, 1850, in New York state.  He came west with his parents to Ann Arbor, then they purchased a farm of 80 acres in Milan (Township) on section 7.  On June 30, 1873, he married Maria McCardy of Ann Arbor.  Mr. Wilson engaged in the grocery business at Ann Arbor until April 28, 1886 when his store was destroyed by fire.  On Feb. 1, 1886, shortly before his grocery store burned down, Mr. Wilson’s wife died, leaving 5 children to his care.  That fall he returned to Milan, and with his sister engaged in the photography business. Mr. Wilson is a member of the Knights of Maccabees, of Milan, Champion Tent, No. 424.  Source: History Monroe County, 1890, Talcott Wing, page 40.

Wilson Myron

Myron Wilson was born 3-19-1853 and died 12-19-1923.  Note: an obit for Charles Wilson in 1927 says the brother, Myron Wilson, died in December 1922, but that could be wrong.

Wilson Myron

Myron Wilson, a white male, 27, occupation: work in gristmill, according to 1880 census in Milan Village, on Monroe county side. His wife “Elezobeth” was 27. Also in the home: Myron’s father, Thomas, 74, whose occupation was “Gristmill proprietor.” He was b. in England. Also in the home: Sarah, 39, “Daughter.”  (Note:  I think Sarah would have been daughter of Thomas Wilson, and sister of Myron Wilson. )  (Note: they were next door or across the street from Charles H. Wilson.)

Wilson Myron

MM Myron Wilson and daughter Veda invited MM Luther Smith and children as guests Monday. Milan Leader, Dec. 28, 1911.

Wilson Myron

MM Myron Wilson and daughter Vedah entertained several friends of Miss Pearl Palmer of Ypsilanti. They held a shower in her honor. She received many beautiful pieces of china and handy kitchen utensils.  Milan Leader, Dec. 28, 1911

Wilson Myron

Myron W. Wilson, 23, a resident of Milan (or Milan twp), born in Monroe, was married to Mary E. Haight, 23, of London, who was born in London (twp). His occupation: Miller. Wedding took place Nov. 19, 1876 in London. Witnesses: Charles Wilson and A. A. Wilson, both residents of Milan (or Milan twp).  Source:  Monroe county marriage records.  Note: A. A. Wilson would have been Charles’ wife Alzina.

Wilson Sarah

Sarah E. Wilson owned some land at the corner of Wabash and Neckel in Milan, according to a map of Monroe County dated 1901.  “Myra” Wilson owned a lot further west, according to the map, and the grist mill was just west of that.

Wilson Sarah E.

Sarah E. Wilson died June 4, 1929 at age 86.  She was single.  DOB July 13, 1842 in Monroe, Mich.   F: Thomas Wilson, b. England.  M: Jane Ann Dodge, b. Vermont. Informant: Vadah Salmon.  Burial: Marble Park.

Wilson Sarah S.

Sarah S. Wilson was born at Cabot, Washington county, VT in 1822. In 1835 her father came to Milan, Mich. In 1836 she married Chester Wilcox, who was born at Livonia, NY 1815.  To them 8 children were born, 5 of whom are still living: Francis, Helen, Charles, Russell and Florence. (From History of Monroe County, 1913, page 41)

Wilson Susan

Mrs. Susan A. Wilson, of London township, ws born in Raisinville, March 19, 1838.  On Jan. 6, 1859, she married Erastus P. Hawkes of Otsego, MI. They had six children. On July 3, 1877, she married her second husband, Ira Wilson of NY State. He was born in 1849. In 1879 they moved to the farm where they now reside (probably 1885, History of Monroe county Mich.)  A divorce was granted Mrs. Wilson from E. P. Hawkes in the fall of 1877, with alimony.

Wilson Thomas

Thomas Wilson, a miller of Milan township, was born in Yorkshire, England, in 1806 and came to America in 1832.  He settled in New York State. He is a miller by trade.  He came to Monroe City in 1843 and to Milan in 1856.  He was married in 1835 to Jane Dodge.  They have had six children, three of whom are living.  He is a member of the Universalist church. (From History of Monroe County  1913, page 41)

Wilson Thomas

Thomas Wilson died 7-18-1898 at the age of 92 years.  Marble Park Cemetery records.

Wilson Thomas

Thomas Wilson died July 18, 1898 at the age of 92 years and 9 months, according to handwritten records by his son Charles Wilson, the coroner in Milan.  [That means Thomas was born in about Oct. 1805.]  

Wilson Thomas

Thomas Wilson, infant son of Tomas and Pola (?) Wilson, died May 27, 1902, age 2 days. London cemetery. Source: Charles Wilson, Milan village coroner.

George Winters, 2 a sec. 29, P.O. York.  Source:  F. H. Pray’s Washtenaw County Directory 1878-79, York Township section.

Winters Joseph

Joseph Winters born Oct. 27, 1790, died April 11, 1868, Azalia cemetery. Sally Winters, his wife, born Jan. 22, 1790, died March 26, 1872, next to him at Azalia cemetery. 

Winters Myrin

Myrin L. Winters, 38, farmer, b. MI, father b. PA, mother b. NY. Census of 1880, Milan twp. Wife Mary 34 b. MI, both her parents b. Ireland. Son Myron Jr., 8, b. MI. Daughter Ezsa, 7, b. MI. Daughter Fay, 2, b. MI. Also living in the home: Liley Fleming, 16, servant, b. NY, both her parents b. NY. Also in the home: Blomfeld Whiteman, 18, farm laborer, b. NY, both his parents b. NY.  Lives close by Samuel Winters.

Winters Samuel

Samuel Winters, 63, farmer, b. PA, parents b. Unknown. Census of 1880, Milan twp. Wife Elsey, 58, b. NY, her parents b. NY.  Daughter Emely 33, single, b. MI.  Live as close neighbors to Myrin Winters.

Charles Woolcott elected Trustee of Milan, March 10, 1902.

Woolcott Charles

Charles Woolcott was killed in a tragic accident near Dearborn along with his brother William.  Charles left a son, Ralph “Ty” Woolcott.  Ty in turn had a son, whose name was Charles Woolcott.

Woolcott Charles

Charles N. Woolcott died April 21, 1908 with his brother William while heading home to Milan in a new Ford automobile.  The car was hit by a train and the two brothers were killed instantly.  He had a barber shop on Main Street in Milan.  Charles was b. in Milan June 16, 1873.  He was survived by one son, Ralph, age 14, and by his widow.  He was survived by his mother, Caroline Woolcott, and by his sisters, Mrs. L. G. Smith, Miss Harriett Wolcott, Mrs. Eva Coe and Mrs. C. R. Chapin.  Charles was 35 when he died.  He was a Knight of Pythias and an Elk.  He had $1,000 life insurance with Provident. 

Woolcott Grant

Grant Wolcott was born Sep. 8, 1869. He died July 5, 1870. He was moved from the Mooreville cemetery and re-buried Aug. 21, 1901 at Marble Park cemetery.  Source: Mooreville cemetery.

Woolcott Harriett

Harriett Woolcott, 1866-1934.

Woolcott Harriet

Harriet Wolcott, 8 a Sec. 29, P.O. York.  Source:  F. H. Pray’s Washtenaw County Directory 1878-79, York Township section.

Woolcott Harriett

Miss Harriett Wolcott of Richmond, IN came Saturday to spend the holidays with her mother, Mrs. Caroline Wolcott. Milan Leader, Dec. 28, 1911.

Woolcott Julia

Mrs. Grace Coe and son Max entertained at dinner Christmas, Mrs. Caroline Woolcott, Miss Harriett Wolcott of Richmond, IN, MM Claude Chapin and son Carl S., Mrs. Julia Woolcott and son Ralph, Mrs. Martha Coe, and MM Rex Gooding of Urania. Milan Leader, Dec. 28, 1911. Note: Urania was a place in northern York township, had RR station.

Woolcott Martin

Martin Wolcott was born Jan. 23, 1840. He died April 6, 1879.  He was taken out of Mooreville cemetery and re-buried June 4, 1901 at Marble Park cemetery.  Source: Mooreville cemetery.

Woolcott Martin

Martin Woolcott, harness-maker.  P.O. Milan.  Source:  F. H. Pray’s Washtenaw County Directory 1878-79, York Township section.

Woolcott Nellie

Nellie Wolcott was born June 29, 1870. She died April 29, 1888. Removed from Mooreville cemetery Aug. 21, 1901 and re-buried at Marble Memorial.  Source: Mooreville cemetery.

Woolcott Nellie

Nellie M. Wolcott was b. June 6, 1870 in York township. Her father was Martin Wolcott, a harness maker, and her mother was Caroline Wolcott. Source: Washtenaw birth records vol. 1, p. 176.

Woolcott Noah

The territorial legislature of Michigan passed a statute March 7, 1834 creating York Township, which had previously been part of Ypsilanti twp.  Wm. Moore picked the name “York” beause so many residents came from New York.  The statute said the organizational meeting for York Twp would take place in the home of Noah Wolcott in Mooreville. Boaz Lampson presided over the meeting.  Source: History Washt County 1881 Chapman.

Woolcott Ralph

Charles F. Woolcott, Ph. M. 2/c son of Ralph Woolcott and Mrs. Clarence Michelsen, was married May 23, 1945 to Lucille Shafer, daughter of MM Gideon Shafer of Ypsilanti. Wedding took place in San Francisco.   Both Charles and Lucille are graduates of Milan High School class of 1940. She had been doing clerical work at the Willow Run Bomber Plant before going to California.  Chas. Woolcott left Milan Sept. 1942 and went to basic training at Great Lakes.  He went overseas on duty and had to return due to malaria.  Source:  Milan News Leader and Jacqueline K. Woolcott Hall.

Woolcott William

William Woolcott had his tobacco and then candy store at 17 E. Main St.  That building is made of wood although it appears to be made of brick.  In WBW column Feb. 3, 1982, it says that shop is Cottage Flower Shop. 

Woolcott William

William W. Woolcott was killed by a train on April 21, 1908.  He and his brother Charles were on their way home to Milan from Detroit in a new Ford automobile, and stopped at a double railroad track.  The first train went by and it appeared the way was clear, but another train was coming from the other direction.  William had a confectionary shop on Main Street.  William was b. in Ann Arbor Jan. 6, 1862.   He was survived by one daughter, Naomi, 12, of Saginaw.  William was 44 years old and was a member of the Pythias, Foresters, Maccabees, and Masonic Order.  He had $1,000 in life insurance.with the Foresters in favor of his daughter Naomi, and $500 with the Maccabees of the World in favor of his mother.

Woolcott William

William W. Woolcott elected Treasurer of Village of Milan March 17, 1904.

Woolcott William

In 1892, theGlen V. Mills Washtenaw County Directory of 1892, Milan section, lists William Woolcott as selling “harnesses, horse blankets, robes, trunks, valises, whips, etc.” William switched to cigars and oysters by 1900, as he was photographed in front of his store with those items for sale. His last business was a candy store at 17 E. Main, the same location as the tobacco store. He died April 21, 1908. William had a brother Charles who had been a barber at 13 E. Main next door to William’s shop. Source: WBW Feb. 3, 1982.

In the Milan Leader, Jan. 5, 1910, a front page ad says “At The Garrick” and mentions high class moving pictures, illustrated songs and occasional vaudeville, Wed. and Sat. nights.  V. A. Wood, proprietor.

Wood
Vern

Vern Wood established the Garrick Theater. It opened in 1915. People sat on folding wooden chairs. Someone played piano along with the show.  Slides projected the show onto the screen.  You had to read the captions written on the slides, some people could not read and write so it was a waste of time to go to the movies.  Later they had someone there to read the captions out loud for the audience.  “Garrick” was named after an English actor.  Source: WBW in the first 3 years.

Woodard
D. A.

D. A. Woodard, lawyer, 73 a Sec. 35. Residence and P.O. Milan. Source:  F. H. Pray’s Washtenaw County Directory 1878-79, York Township section.

Woodard David A.

David A. Woodard elected as the first Milan Township clerk.  This was probably sometime before 1873.

Woodard David

In 1834, David Woodard established a flour mill in Milan, with his partner William Marvin. 

Woodard David

David A. “Woodward” showed up in the 1840 US Census as a resident of Milan township, with his name spelled Woodward.  His household had the following people:  males, 1 aged 10-15, 1 aged 15-20, 2 aged 20-30. Females: 1 aged 10-15, 1 aged 20-30.

Woodard David

David Woodard showed up in the 1880 York Townshp census, living in Village of Milan with Ayers family. His occupation:  Petifoger.  This is defined as a person who disputes and quarrels withothers over trivial details, also an unethical lawyer.  It is also defined as someone who pretends to e a lawyer, without having the knowledge, law, or conscience. I think in Michigan in 1880 it had a more benign meaning, like a consultant who puts together business deals.  See “Ayers” for more information about the people in his household.

Woodard David

David Woodard was described in the 1880 census, and by Ann Delacourt, as a Pettifog.  What does that mean?  “Pettyfog: To do a petty law business; also, to do a law business in a petty or tricky way.”  (Webster’s Collegiate Dictionary, third ed., 1919). Source: Marjorie Rooks, this dictionary was passed down in the Putnam family.

Woodard David

David A. Woodard, Director of School District No. 1 of York Township, Washtenaw and Monroe county, joined with Simon H. Gay, Moderator of the school district, to sell a piece of land.  Date: November 13, 1869. Purchaser: David Blackmer (spelled “Blackmur”).  Price: $505.00.  The lot is just east of a lot sold by George and Hannah Wilcox to James S. Gay. Lot is 4 rods wide and 10 rods deep, 1/4 acre of land.  Liber 71, p. 681 Washtenaw.

Woodard David A.

DeLacy Ayers of Milan bought Lot #10 Edwards Plat on Jan. 22, 1881. This is located on Tolan Street immediately north of the Babcock Hotel. Seller: David A. Woodard of Milan. Liber 94, page 404 Washtenaw register of deeds.

Woodard David Polly

The 1840 US Census shows Polly “Woodward” living in Milan township.  Her home contains 2 females 20-30 and 1 female 60-70.

Woodard Sylvester

Sylvester Woodard died June 11, 1900 aged 80 years, 3 days. London Cemetery. Source: Charles Wilson, coroner, Village of Milan.  He must have been born about June 8, 1820.

Sylvender* Woodward*, an active farmer of London township, was born in Orleans county, NY June 8, 1820. He remained at home with his parents, Nathaniel and Ruth (Jackson) Woodward, until his13 th year, then went to work on a farm. In 1835 his parents came to what is now known as London township. Sylvender cleared the 80-acre farm the first 4 years.  Then he worked as a carpenter and joiner, and millwright. June 10, 1847 he married Rhoda Ann Shaw of Sellville, MI. She was born Jan. 11, 1823 at Rochester, MI. They had 4 children: Francis, b. March 21, 1848; Ruth, b. Feb. 26, 1854; Walter, b. Sept. 2, 1856; and Chester, b. Nov. 12, 1861. Chester d. Aug. 16, 1865. Mrs. Woodward d. Sept. 12, 1865. On Feb. 14, 1867, Mr. Woodward married a 2nd wife, Martha Ann Wales of Washt. County MI. She was born in NY State 1838. They had 4 children: Ora, b. Sept. 3, 1872; Don, b. May 17, 1875; Roscoe, b. May 28, 1879. (No 4th child given.)  In 1849, Mr. Woodward moved his family to the farm of his father, and has added to it, and now owns 260 acres.  *Note: the History of Monroe County, 1890, Talcott Wing, page 35, gives the spelling as Sylvender and Woodward.  Note: Rhoda Ann Shaw was from “Sellville” apparently “Belleville.”

Woodard Sylbander

Sylbander Woodard, 60, farmer, b. NY, parents b. NH, answered the London twp census in 1880. His daughter Ruth, 25, was b. MI. Son Walter, 23, “farm laborer,” b. MI.  Son Sylbander, 12, b. MI; son, Ora, 8; son Don, 5; and son Rosco, 1.  Note: his name is probably spelled “Woodward.”

Woodward David

In some historical essays, the name David Woodard has been misspelled.  The name “Woodward” is an error, according to Warren Hale.

Woodward William

William Woodward, 45, farmer, b. MI, and both parents b. in England. That’s the report of 1880 census in Milan twp. Wife, Sylva, 47, b. NY, both her parents b. NY. Daughter Ellen, 17, b. MI. Son Herbert, 16. Son Alden, 13. Daughter Effie, 11, b. MI.

Yoder
Levi

Levi A. Yoder and his wife Edna M. Yoder are listed in the 1910 census for Monroe county, married no children. He was a telegraph operator for the RR and they lived on Wabash Street.  Thanks to Ron Morey for info. 

Young Alice

Alice Young, 20 a Sec. 32 P.O. York. Source:  F. H. Pray’s Washtenaw County Directory 1878-79, York Township section.

Young Bessie

Bessie Margaret Young was born May 10, 1879. Her father was William Young, b. Oct. 20, 18??, in Ayrshire, Scotland. He died June 30, 1920, in Dundee, Michigan.  Bessie Young’s mother was Sarah Heard, b. Aug. 1, 1849, in N. Ireland, and died July 2, 1933 in Dundee, Michigan.  Note: Sarah Heard’s mother was Betty Stuart (or Stewart). Source: M. Rooks.

Young Birtha

Birtha A.Young was b. May 19, 1869 in York twp. Her father was James Young, farmer, b. Mich. Mother Lucy Young, b. MI. Source: Washtenaw birth records Vol. 1 p. 122.

Young
CA

Had a notice published in the Atlas of 18  indicating he was a farmer inYork Twp sec. 36. He has been in Michigan or in Washtenaw County since 1847.

Young Charles

Charles Alexander Young was born in 1847. His parents were Samuel Young and Carlotta Hitchcock Young.  On July 11, 1872 he married Mary E. Green of Canal Fulton, Ohio.  He eventually purchased his late father’s farm in York Township. He was a farmer, especially raising beef cattle.  Charles and Mary had 5 children but apparently only one lived beyond childhood, and that was Samuel Alexander, born in 1878.  Source: Red book, page 220.

Young Francis

Francis Young, 40 a Sec. 36, PO York. Source:  F. H. Pray’s Washtenaw County Directory 1878-79, York Township section.

Young Harvey

Harvey Young, with a plumbing and heating business, partnered with Alvin Ost.  Young and Ost was the name of the business.   Source:  M.P.

Young Harvey

Harvey Young was in the Plumbing business and lived at 229 Lafayette, according to a Milan Rotary club membership roster dated Jan. 4, 1949.

Young Henry

Henry Young (deceased) was born Jan. 16, 1794, in New Jersey.  He learned the tailor’s trade in the city of New York, from which place he went to his native place.  Afterward he went to West Meriden, Monroe Co., NY. He joined the war of 1812 just before its close, being in the service only three months.  He married Miss Mary Scramlin Dec. 21, 1817. She was born Feb. 20, 1802, near the Honeoye Falls, in Meriden, Monroe Co., NY.  He came to Michigan in the spring of 1833, bought some land in Sec. 36, town of York, this county [Washt], where he lived until his death, Dec. 28, 1863.  He built a log house and chopped the timber on four acres. Then he went East for his family.  Aug. 18, the same year, they started again for Michigan. At Rochester he took passage on a canal boat for Buffalo, whence he sailed for Detroit on the Sheldon Thompson.  They had a very rough voyage. The boat sprung a leak which put the fire out, and every man had to take his turn at the pumps to save the boat from sinking.  They managed to run into Cleveland for repairs, then went on to Detroit.  There was a very sick time on the boat, scarcely well ones enough to care for the sick.  They came from Detroit to Saline with a team, taking four days to accomplish the journey.  In about two weeks from the time of starting from their home in the East they reached their home in the West. After getting his goods they went to housekeeping in the wilderness.  There was no family except a bachelor brother, whose land joined within two miles. After a year or two the country was settled very rapidly.
He raised a large family of children, 6 of whom are now living: Franklin was born Aug. 28, 1824, and now lives in Saginaw county; Francis, born Dec. 28, 1838, who lives on a part of the old homestead: Helen J. was born Nov. 13, 18_8, married James Lawrence Nov. 14, 1850, and lives in the town of York [Mooreville]; Janet was born Dec. 11, 1830, and married Nathan Stewart of London (township), Monroe County, where they now reside; Caroline, was born April 12, 1835 and married Jonathan  Atkinson of Raisinville, Monroe County, where they now reside; Ardella was born April 3, 1840 and married Andrew Braman, they live in Milan, this county.  
Henry Young’s wife, Mary, died at the residence of her daughter Mrs. James Lawrence, on Nov. 25, 1876.  They attended the M.E. church (Methodist Episcopal) when they first came to Michigan, their nearest meeting place was at Ypsilanti, a distance of 12 miles.  It sometimes took two days to go, as they had to go with ox teams.
He was no hunter, but the first year he came to Michigan he used to stand on the runways and kill deer.  One evening he shot an old stag, then went to cut his throat and in their struggle he came very near losing his life.  As for privations he had none worth mentioning, as he had come … for his farm in New York State.  (Page 1436, History of Washtenaw County 1881)  
  

Young Samuel

Samuel Young was born in 1802 in New York. He came to Michigan Territory as a young man and bought land east of Sanford Rd. and north of the railroad. Samuel returned to NY in the 1820’s and married Carlotta Hitchcock. They arrived at the farm by following a trail, now called Milan-Oakville road.  Samuel combined farming and preaching while raising 8 children, 7 girls and 1 boy.  One daughter, Lucia Orletta Young, married Redner Minzey. The son, Charles Alexander Young, was born in 1847.  Source: Red book, page 220

Young Samuel

Samuel Young, 79 a Sec. 36, P.O. Milan.  Source:  F. H. Pray’s Washtenaw County Directory 1878-79, York Township section.

Young Samuel Alexander

Samuel Alexander Young was born in 1878, the son of Charles Alexander Young and Mary E. Green.  Samuel married a neighbor girl, Julia Jacobs, on Dec. 24, 1899.  She was 19.  As his wife, she cooked for him and also for his father, Charles, who had been widowed.  Samuel and Julia had four children: Ralph, Harvey, and twins Hazel and Harold.  Samuel signed his name “S. A. Young.”  In 1929, Sam died.

Youngs Adonijah

Adonijah Youngs, 52, a farmer, was b. NY according to London twp census 1880. His wife: Irena, 46, b. NY. Also son, John, 15, and daughter, Lina May, 11, both children b. MI.

Youngs Otis

Otis Youngs, 32, a farmer, was b. NY. That’s how he answered the 1880 census in London twp. Wife Mary 26 b. MI. Her father b. England and her mother b.Canada. Daughter Claudia 2, b. MI.

Youngs Travis

Travis Youngs, 26, a farmer, b. Mich, answered the census in London twp in 1880. His wife: Abie, age 26. He was neighbors with Adonijah.

Zabel

John O. Zabel, attorney and counselor, of Petersburgh, Monroe county, was born in Postenkill, New York, October 29, 1856. His parents moved to Dundee in 1860, and then to Summerfield, Monroe county, where they still reside. John 0., the subject of this sketch, worked on the farm summers and attended district schools in winter.  He entered the law dept. of Michigan Univ. Oct. 1, 1877, and graduated March 26, 1879.  He started practicing law in Petersburgh, where he lives now. He married Mate Swick October 20, 1880, and has two sons, aged seven and three. Mr. Zabel was president of the village in 1883, 1887 and 1888; attorney of the village for the years 1884 and 1889; is a member of the school board. Source: History of Monroe County, 1890, by Talcott E. Wing, Editor. Page 466.

Zimmer­man Harrison

Harrison Zimmerman was b. Jan. 1840 in NY.  When the census came to visit in 1900, he was 60 years old, married 27 years.  Occupation: “Jeweler furniture dealer.” He lived with his wife Belle and three children:  (1) Edna L., daughter, b. June 1876, age 23, single, b. NY, parents b. NY, occupation “Saleswoman Jewelry.” (2) Ada daughter b. June 1883 age 16, b. in Mich. (3) Stanley, son, b. Dec. 1889, age 10, b. in Mich. The family lived in Village of Milan on Monroe county side.

Zimmer­man H.

H. J. Zimmerman, watach maker and jeweler, advertised in the Milan newspaper on March 18, 1904.

Zimmer-man
Stanley

Stanley Zimmerman was a well-known jeweler in Milan in the 1930’s.  He bought stock in the Farmers and Merchants Bank of Milan during the 1930’s.  Source: WBW Ap. 15, 1992.