Frédéric Chaillet

Family/Spouse: Barbe Vallat. Barbe died in in Beaucourt, Belfort, Franche-Comté, France. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events:

• Name: François Schellet
• Occupation: Apr 1824; weaver

François married Marie Anne Gladieu on 15 May 1781 in Grosne, Territoire de Belfort, Franche-Comté, France. Marie (daughter of Jean Pierre Gladieu and Marie Françoise Louise Moine) was born on 2 May 1759 in Grosne, Territoire de Belfort, Franche-Comté, France; died on 27 Sep 1820 in Grosne, Territoire de Belfort, Franche-Comté, France. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events:

• Name: Joseph Chelet
• Immigration: 19 Jul 1828; arrived at the Port of New York, aboard the ship Le Voltaire
• Land Patent: 6 Aug 1834, Richland County, Ohio, United States; received Land Patent OH0570_445 for 40 acres; Address:
  (Ohio River Survey, South West quarter of the North West quarter
• Census: 1850, Sharon Township, Richland County, Ohio, United States; as Joseph Shalley, farmer, head of household

Notes:

Land Patent:

Land Patent: Joseph Chellet
40 acres, Cash Entry
Certificate Number: 2921
Location: Richland County, Ohio (Ohio River Survey, South West quarter of the North West quarter, Section 24, Township 21 North, Range 20 West)
Date: 6 August 1834

Joseph married Marqueritte Marchand on 25 Oct 1817 in Boron, Territoire de Belfort, Franche-Comte, France. Marqueritte was born on 14 Dec 1794 in Grosne, Territoire de Belfort, Franche-Comté, France. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events:

• Name: Francis Chellet
• Name: Francis Shelley
• Name: François Schellet
• Baptism: 14 Oct 1789, Grosne, Territoire de Belfort, Franche-Comté, France; baptized as François Chalet
• Emigration: 6 Mar 1833, France
• Immigration: 11 Jun 1833, New York, United States
• Land Patent: 6 Aug 1834, Richland County, Ohio, United States; received Land Patent OH0570_444 for 40 acres; Address:
  (Ohio River Survey, South East quarter of the North West quarter
• Residence: 1840, Paulding County, Ohio, United States; family moved from Richland County, Ohio to Paulding County, Ohio
• Land Patent: 1 Aug 1848, Paulding County, Ohio, United States; purchased 80 acres (Land Patent OH1830_082); Address:
  1st PM, West half of the South West quarter, Section 26, Townshi
• Census: 1850, Harrison Township, Paulding County, Ohio, United States; as Francis Shelly, age 63, head of household
• Naturalization: 30 May 1854, Paulding County, Ohio, United States; was granted a Certificate of Naturalization as Francis Shellet
• Census: 1860, Harrison Township, Paulding County, Ohio, United States; as Francis Shellet, farmer, head of household
• Property: 12 Oct 1861, Paulding County, Ohio, United States; signed an Article of Agreement between himself and sons, Henry and Peter Shelley
• Property: 19 Apr 1862, Paulding County, Ohio, United States; sold 40 acres for $450 to his son Henry Shelley; Address:
  (West half of the West half, South West quarter, Section Number
• Property: 19 Apr 1862, Harrison Township, Paulding County, Ohio, United States; sold 40 acres for $450 to his son Peter Shelley; Address:
  (East half of the West half of the South West quarter, Section N
• Newspaper: 6 Sep 1917; The Payne Reflector and Press Review (Payne, Ohio), 6 September 1917, p8: Pioneers

Notes:

Immigration:

Ship L'Edmond from Havre, sworn 19 May 1834
Fois Chollez, age 43, male, farmer, from France to United States
his wife, age 41, female
Three sons, age 20, 17, 13, males
Seven daughters, age 16, 10, 7, 6, 5, 3, 1, females

Land Patent:

Land Patent: Francis Chellet
40 acres, Cash Entry Sale
Certificate Number: 2920
Location: Richland County (Ohio River Survey, South East quarter of the North West quarter, Section 24, Township 21 North, Range 20 West)
Date: 6 August 1834

Property:

Article of Agreement: Francis Shelley Sr, Henry Shelley and Peter Shelley
Signed: Francois Cheltes, Henry (his mark) Shelley and Peter (his mark) Shelley
Witness: Wilson Graham, Mary D. Graham and Mary (her mark) M Gill
v10, p190
Recorded: 4 April 1862

Property:

Signed: Francois Chellet and Mary (her mark) Shelley
Witness: Henry Remschneder and Wilson Graham
v10, p241

Property:

Signed: Francis Chellet and Mary (her mark) J. Shelley
Witness: Henry Remshneder and Wilson Graham
v10, p243

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Shelley and Quince Families
Frances and Mary Jane (Shanberg) Shelley were natives of France, and members of the Catholic church. Mr. Shelley attended in Paris seven years, Mr. and Mrs. Francis Shelley were married in France and there in France were born seven children. Mary, Catherine, Mary Ann, Martha, Lovina, Henry and Victoria. Francis Jr., and Peter were born in this country. The family emigrated to America in 1831 and settled in Richland county. In 1840 the family came to Paulding county and entered 80 acres of land one mile north of Payne on north-east corner. They built their cabin where the home of Mr. Cox now stands. They lived there with their family until the death of Mr. Shelley, August 6 1866.
Mrs. Emma Bodey a grand-daughter remembers hearing them tell of the roof blowing off the cabin one night. The parents and daughters slept downstairs in the small cabin and the sons in the loft. This night a man way-farer was a guest and the boys and guest were compelled to descend quickly in abbreviated costumes. While the parents remained faithful to the Catholic faith, the children later joined the United Brethren church. After the death of her husband, Mrs. Shelley made her home with her son Henry Shelley who lived in the home at Lamb's corners and with her daughter Mrs. Quince. She died March 20, 1885, aged 94 years. Each of these sons were given on their marriage forty acres of land. Henry earned the forty acres across from the Hiram Underwood farm with the proceeds of night's coon hunting and sold it $75.00.
Mary the eldest daughter of Francis and Mary Jane Shanberg became the wife of John McGill. They lived just south of the Lehman school house south of bridge. Had no children. Catherine born in France, Sept. 8 1842, became the wife of Francis Quince in Richland county on Feb. 14, 1842. Their children were Mary died in infancy, Solomon born Nov. 5, 1845, Mary Cecil Radenbaugh born Sept. 10, 1847, Francis A., Aug. 2, 1849, died Aug. 10, 1880, Laura born July 27, 1852, died Nov. 8, 1879, Catherine born 1856, died 1860. Mary Ann married Solomon Mott of Vernon Junction, Ohio. Friends here only know of one daughter, Julia. Mrs. Mott is now living at the age of 90 years.
Martha chose for her husband, William Holmes and the family moved to Iowa, cannot ascertain names of children. Lovina married Maurice Keller and for many years lived on South Main street and built the house in which Miss Nellie Bradley lives. They had no children.
Henry Shelley was born near Paris, France, Dec. 26, 1829. He was two years of age when his parents came to this country. Henry Shelley was married three times. His first wife was Miss Abagail Chaney the daughter of Charles Chaney of this county, one son Charles was born to them. The wife died and Mr. Shelley married Miss Mahala Mikle, a sister of Daniel Mikle. Their children were Abram, Louisa the wife of L. Leeth and three deceased. Mrs. Mahala Shelley died in 1866. In 1869, Julia Myton the daughter of Robert and Rhoda Homan Myton of German lineage became the third wife. Their children were Carrie who died in 1883, Emma born May 21, 1875 and wife of Isaac Body. Victoria born Sept. 5, 1877. Ada May born May 23, 1881 and wife of George Fugate, and Lucy born June 27, 1889.
In 1864, Henry Shelley enlisted in Company H, One Hundred Sixty-second Ohio Volunteer Infantry and served 100 days. He secured his honorable discharge. The family was highly-esteemed in the community. Mrs. Shelley died January 18, 1914. Mr. Shelley died March 8, 1904.
Victoria, born in France, March 20, 1831, became the wife of Hiram Northrup, of this family we will write later
Francis Shelley and Lucinda Myton a sister of the third wife of Henry Shelley were married in Allen county, Indiana, May 10, 1857. He was born in Richland county, Ohio, Feb. 7, 1837. She was born in Crawford county, Ohio, June 15, 1841. Their family are Mary J., born April 26, 1860, wife of Wm. Buerkle, Joseph F., born Dec. 28, 1865, Clarrissa A., born Aug. 30, 1869, wife of Fred White. Adalene was born Jan. 29, 1872, wife of Christ Peterson.
Francis Shelley served three years in the 68th Ohio during the Rebellion and was discharged at Savannah, Georgia. The home farm was across the road west of the Fred Wahl farm. Late in life Mr. Shelley bought the South Main street property of his brother-in-law Maurice Kelley. A few years ago he sold this and they moved to near Cincinnati. Mr. and Mrs. Shelley are still living. They were prominently identified with the United Brethren church.
Peter Shelley married Martha J. Payne in 1860. They had five sons and two daughters. We have no record of his death. Mrs. Shelley died June 23, 1917 at the age of 75 years at the home of her daughter Mrs. John H. Medsker of South Benton.
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François married Jeanne Marie Chenberg on 8 Nov 1814 in Grosne, Territoire de Belfort, Franche-Comté, France. Jeanne (daughter of François Scheneberg and Anne Marie Rouèche) was born on 1 Sep 1796 in Grosne, Territoire de Belfort, Franche-Comté, France; died on 20 Nov 1885 in Harrison Township, Paulding County, Ohio, United States; was buried in Nov 1885 in Paulding County, Ohio, United States. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events:

• Name: Marie Schellet
• Immigration: 19 Jul 1828; arrived at the Port of New York, aboard the ship Le Voltaire

Other Events:

• Immigration: 19 Jul 1828; arrived at the Port of New York, aboard the ship Le Voltaire
• Census: 1850, Sharon Township, Richland County, Ohio, United States; as Francis Shalley, in the household of Joseph Shalley

Other Events:

• Immigration: 19 Jul 1828; arrived at the Port of New York, aboard the ship Le Voltaire

Other Events:

• Immigration: 19 Jul 1828; arrived at the Port of New York, aboard the ship Le Voltaire

Other Events:

• Misc: Had no children
• Name: Marie Schellet
• Immigration: Jun 1833
• Residence: 1840, Paulding County, Ohio, United States; family moved from Richland County, Ohio to Paulding County, Ohio
• Census: 1850, Harrison Township, Paulding County, Ohio, United States; as Mary Shelly, in the household of Francis Shelly
• Census: 1860, Benton Township, Paulding County, Ohio, United States; as Mary McGill, in the household of John McGill
• Census: 1880, Harrison Township, Paulding County, Ohio, United States; as Mary McGill, sister, widow, blind, in the household of Francis Shelley
• Newspaper: 6 Sep 1917; The Payne Reflector and Press Review (Payne, Ohio), 6 September 1917, p8: Pioneers

Notes:

Name:

Departmental Archives of the Territoire de Belfort
Marie Schellet, female, born in Grosne
Francois Schellet, the young, father, farmer, residence Grosne, age 30
Jeanne Marie Scheneberg, mother

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Pioneers
Shelley and Quince Families
Frances and Mary Jane (Shanberg) Shelley were natives of France, and members of the Catholic church. Mr. Shelley attended in Paris seven years, Mr. and Mrs. Francis Shelley were married in France and there in France were born seven children. Mary, Catherine, Mary Ann, Martha, Lovina, Henry and Victoria. Francis Jr., and Peter were born in this country. The family emigrated to America in 1831 and settled in Richland county. In 1840 the family came to Paulding county and entered 80 acres of land one mile north of Payne on north-east corner. They built their cabin where the home of Mr. Cox now stands. They lived there with their family until the death of Mr. Shelley, August 6 1866.
Mrs. Emma Bodey a grand-daughter remembers hearing them tell of the roof blowing off the cabin one night. The parents and daughters slept downstairs in the small cabin and the sons in the loft. This night a man way-farer was a guest and the boys and guest were compelled to descend quickly in abbreviated costumes. While the parents remained faithful to the Catholic faith, the children later joined the United Brethren church. After the death of her husband, Mrs. Shelley made her home with her son Henry Shelley who lived in the home at Lamb's corners and with her daughter Mrs. Quince. She died March 20, 1885, aged 94 years. Each of these sons were given on their marriage forty acres of land. Henry earned the forty acres across from the Hiram Underwood farm with the proceeds of night's coon hunting and sold it $75.00.
Mary the eldest daughter of Francis and Mary Jane Shanberg became the wife of John McGill. They lived just south of the Lehman school house south of bridge. Had no children. Catherine born in France, Sept. 8 1842, became the wife of Francis Quince in Richland county on Feb. 14, 1842. Their children were Mary died in infancy, Solomon born Nov. 5, 1845, Mary Cecil Radenbaugh born Sept. 10, 1847, Francis A., Aug. 2, 1849, died Aug. 10, 1880, Laura born July 27, 1852, died Nov. 8, 1879, Catherine born 1856, died 1860. Mary Ann married Solomon Mott of Vernon Junction, Ohio. Friends here only know of one daughter, Julia. Mrs. Mott is now living at the age of 90 years.
Martha chose for her husband, William Holmes and the family moved to Iowa, cannot ascertain names of children. Lovina married Maurice Keller and for many years lived on South Main street and built the house in which Miss Nellie Bradley lives. They had no children.
Henry Shelley was born near Paris, France, Dec. 26, 1829. He was two years of age when his parents came to this country. Henry Shelley was married three times. His first wife was Miss Abagail Chaney the daughter of Charles Chaney of this county, one son Charles was born to them. The wife died and Mr. Shelley married Miss Mahala Mikle, a sister of Daniel Mikle. Their children were Abram, Louisa the wife of L. Leeth and three deceased. Mrs. Mahala Shelley died in 1866. In 1869, Julia Myton the daughter of Robert and Rhoda Homan Myton of German lineage became the third wife. Their children were Carrie who died in 1883, Emma born May 21, 1875 and wife of Isaac Body. Victoria born Sept. 5, 1877. Ada May born May 23, 1881 and wife of George Fugate, and Lucy born June 27, 1889.
In 1864, Henry Shelley enlisted in Company H, One Hundred Sixty-second Ohio Volunteer Infantry and served 100 days. He secured his honorable discharge. The family was highly-esteemed in the community. Mrs. Shelley died January 18, 1914. Mr. Shelley died March 8, 1904.
Victoria, born in France, March 20, 1831, became the wife of Hiram Northrup, of this family we will write later
Francis Shelley and Lucinda Myton a sister of the third wife of Henry Shelley were married in Allen county, Indiana, May 10, 1857. He was born in Richland county, Ohio, Feb. 7, 1837. She was born in Crawford county, Ohio, June 15, 1841. Their family are Mary J., born April 26, 1860, wife of Wm. Buerkle, Joseph F., born Dec. 28, 1865, Clarrissa A., born Aug. 30, 1869, wife of Fred White. Adalene was born Jan. 29, 1872, wife of Christ Peterson.
Francis Shelley served three years in the 68th Ohio during the Rebellion and was discharged at Savannah, Georgia. The home farm was across the road west of the Fred Wahl farm. Late in life Mr. Shelley bought the South Main street property of his brother-in-law Maurice Kelley. A few years ago he sold this and they moved to near Cincinnati. Mr. and Mrs. Shelley are still living. They were prominently identified with the United Brethren church.
Peter Shelley married Martha J. Payne in 1860. They had five sons and two daughters. We have no record of his death. Mrs. Shelley died June 23, 1917 at the age of 75 years at the home of her daughter Mrs. John H. Medsker of South Benton.
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Buried:
unknown

Mary married John McGill on 31 Aug 1856 in Paulding County, Ohio, United States. John was born about 1796 in Kentucky, United States; died before 1880. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events:

• Name: Marie Catherine Chellet
• Emigration: 6 Mar 1833
• Immigration: 11 Jun 1833
• Census: 1860, Harrison Township, Paulding County, Ohio, United States; as Catherine Quince, in the household of Francis Quince
• Census: 1870, Harrison Township, Paulding County, Ohio, United States; as Catherine Quince, in the householf of Francis Quince
• Census: 3 Jun 1880, Harrison Township, Paulding County, Ohio, United States
• Newspaper: 6 Sep 1917; The Payne Reflector and Press Review (Payne, Ohio), 6 September 1917, p8: Pioneers
• Newspaper: 13 Sep 1917; The Payne Reflector and Press Review (Payne, Ohio), 13 September 1917, p8: Pioneers

Notes:

Name:

Departmental Archives of the Territoire de Belfort
Maria Catherine Chellet, female, born in Grosne, 8 September 1821
Francois Schellet, father, farmer, residence Grosne, age 32
Jeanne Marie Scheneberg, mother

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Pioneers
Shelley and Quince Families
Frances and Mary Jane (Shanberg) Shelley were natives of France, and members of the Catholic church. Mr. Shelley attended in Paris seven years, Mr. and Mrs. Francis Shelley were married in France and there in France were born seven children. Mary, Catherine, Mary Ann, Martha, Lovina, Henry and Victoria. Francis Jr., and Peter were born in this country. The family emigrated to America in 1831 and settled in Richland county. In 1840 the family came to Paulding county and entered 80 acres of land one mile north of Payne on north-east corner. They built their cabin where the home of Mr. Cox now stands. They lived there with their family until the death of Mr. Shelley, August 6 1866.
Mrs. Emma Bodey a grand-daughter remembers hearing them tell of the roof blowing off the cabin one night. The parents and daughters slept downstairs in the small cabin and the sons in the loft. This night a man way-farer was a guest and the boys and guest were compelled to descend quickly in abbreviated costumes. While the parents remained faithful to the Catholic faith, the children later joined the United Brethren church. After the death of her husband, Mrs. Shelley made her home with her son Henry Shelley who lived in the home at Lamb's corners and with her daughter Mrs. Quince. She died March 20, 1885, aged 94 years. Each of these sons were given on their marriage forty acres of land. Henry earned the forty acres across from the Hiram Underwood farm with the proceeds of night's coon hunting and sold it $75.00.
Mary the eldest daughter of Francis and Mary Jane Shanberg became the wife of John McGill. They lived just south of the Lehman school house south of bridge. Had no children. Catherine born in France, Sept. 8 1842, became the wife of Francis Quince in Richland county on Feb. 14, 1842. Their children were Mary died in infancy, Solomon born Nov. 5, 1845, Mary Cecil Radenbaugh born Sept. 10, 1847, Francis A., Aug. 2, 1849, died Aug. 10, 1880, Laura born July 27, 1852, died Nov. 8, 1879, Catherine born 1856, died 1860. Mary Ann married Solomon Mott of Vernon Junction, Ohio. Friends here only know of one daughter, Julia. Mrs. Mott is now living at the age of 90 years.
Martha chose for her husband, William Holmes and the family moved to Iowa, cannot ascertain names of children. Lovina married Maurice Keller and for many years lived on South Main street and built the house in which Miss Nellie Bradley lives. They had no children.
Henry Shelley was born near Paris, France, Dec. 26, 1829. He was two years of age when his parents came to this country. Henry Shelley was married three times. His first wife was Miss Abagail Chaney the daughter of Charles Chaney of this county, one son Charles was born to them. The wife died and Mr. Shelley married Miss Mahala Mikle, a sister of Daniel Mikle. Their children were Abram, Louisa the wife of L. Leeth and three deceased. Mrs. Mahala Shelley died in 1866. In 1869, Julia Myton the daughter of Robert and Rhoda Homan Myton of German lineage became the third wife. Their children were Carrie who died in 1883, Emma born May 21, 1875 and wife of Isaac Body. Victoria born Sept. 5, 1877. Ada May born May 23, 1881 and wife of George Fugate, and Lucy born June 27, 1889.
In 1864, Henry Shelley enlisted in Company H, One Hundred Sixty-second Ohio Volunteer Infantry and served 100 days. He secured his honorable discharge. The family was highly-esteemed in the community. Mrs. Shelley died January 18, 1914. Mr. Shelley died March 8, 1904.
Victoria, born in France, March 20, 1831, became the wife of Hiram Northrup, of this family we will write later
Francis Shelley and Lucinda Myton a sister of the third wife of Henry Shelley were married in Allen county, Indiana, May 10, 1857. He was born in Richland county, Ohio, Feb. 7, 1837. She was born in Crawford county, Ohio, June 15, 1841. Their family are Mary J., born April 26, 1860, wife of Wm. Buerkle, Joseph F., born Dec. 28, 1865, Clarrissa A., born Aug. 30, 1869, wife of Fred White. Adalene was born Jan. 29, 1872, wife of Christ Peterson.
Francis Shelley served three years in the 68th Ohio during the Rebellion and was discharged at Savannah, Georgia. The home farm was across the road west of the Fred Wahl farm. Late in life Mr. Shelley bought the South Main street property of his brother-in-law Maurice Kelley. A few years ago he sold this and they moved to near Cincinnati. Mr. and Mrs. Shelley are still living. They were prominently identified with the United Brethren church.
Peter Shelley married Martha J. Payne in 1860. They had five sons and two daughters. We have no record of his death. Mrs. Shelley died June 23, 1917 at the age of 75 years at the home of her daughter Mrs. John H. Medsker of South Benton.
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Pioneers
Shelley-Quince Families
No doubt the presence of several French families in this section attracted Francis Quince to this Land of opportunity, but land of privation, want and hard toil, and "it was by faith they sojourned in this land of promise," not knowing of its future as the garden spot of Ohio. Some of our heroic pioneers lived to see the morning glint of the day of promise; others died not knowing or dreaming of the great future of this great country.
Francis Quince was born in France, May 28, 1816. He came to this country when a young man and settled in Richland county, It was here that he married Catherine Shelley, daughter of Francis and Mary (Shanberg) Shelley, Feb. 13, 1842. She was born in France, Sept. 8, 1822. To Mr. and Mrs. Quince were born six children. Mary was born in Wayne county, Ohio, Nov. 1842, died May 1843. Solomon was born in Richland county, Nov. 5, 1845. Mary Celia was born in Richland county, Sept. 10, 1847, who became the wife of John P. Radenbaugh and is still living. Francis A. Jr., was born in Richland County, Aug. 2, 1849. Laura A. was born July 27, 1852 and died Nov. 8, 1879. Laura married Jarins Bobo to whom were born two children, Celia who became the wife of John Radenbaugh, Jr., and died in Anacortes, Washington, March 26, 1906, and Frank who lives in Spokane, Washington. Catherine was born in Paulding county, Aug. 12, 1856 and and died in October 1860.
Mr. Quince came to Paulding county in 1856 and settled on the farm which is now owned by his grandson, Frank Radenbaugh. Here they lived exemplary lives true to their Catholic faith in which they raised their children. In their home the itenerant priest found a hearty welcome and performed his priestly offices. It was on one of these visits that Felicia Barbier now Mrs. Charles Pio was baptized. The children attended what was called the Wiltsie school which was located in the angle between the Paulding road and the Wiltsie cemetery road. The teachers were Mrs. Theodora Merchant, Dr. Cunningham and Aelac Kilpatrick.
Mr. Quince was township trustee for six years; and treasurer one year. His death occurred July 8, 1879, aged 63 years. Mrs. Quince survived him until Aug. 26, 1898, aged almost 76 years. They were both buried in the Snellenberger cemetery.
Solomon—whose name was Joseph Solomon Quince was married in Paulding county Feb 12, 1872 to Mary Anastasie Socie who was the daughter of Eugene and Frances (Cholley) Socie and born in Stark county, Ohio, Aug. 28, 1850. Their family was Francis E. born November 22, 1872 and married Viola Smith—no children. Mary C. was born September 28, 1874, and married Christopher Vauble. They have one son Christian now a soldier. Charles J. was born January 4, 1878. Edward F. was born October 20, 1879, died February 7, 1881. Mary Celia married John P. Radenbaugh, December 7, 1866. Their family will be given later in business section of Payne. Francis A Jr., was married January 13, 1873 to Miss Agatha Lothammer, born in France in 1852 and the daughter of Theobold and Mary M. (Gamber) Lothammer. To this union were born Cahterine M., Oct. 6, 1873 and married David Smith, they have two children, Celia and Charles, Mary Celeste born April 11, 1875 and married Charles Speice. They have no children. Morris O., was born June 29, 1877.
A great tragedy occurred in this family August 19, 1880, when the father working in a clearing started for the house when a storm came up. He had his ax on his shoulder when struck by lightning; the ax acting as a conductor. The widow afterward became the wife of John Pearl to whom was born one son, Vinie Pearl.
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Catherine married Francis A. Quince on 14 Feb 1842 in Richland County, Ohio, United States. Francis was born on 28 May 1816 in Grosne, Territoire de Belfort, Franche-Comté, France; died on 8 Jul 1879 in Paulding, Paulding County, Ohio, United States; was buried in Jul 1879 in Paulding County, Ohio, United States. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events:

• Name: 20 Dec 1823; Melaine Catherine Chellet
• Emigration: 6 Mar 1833

Notes:

Name:

Departmental Archives of the Territoire de Belfort
Melanie Catherine Schellet, female, born in Grosne, 20 December 1823
Francois Schellet, father, farmer, residence Grosne, age 34
Jeanne Marie Scheneberg, mother

Other Events:

• Name: 4 Dec 1826; Marianne Schellet
• Emigration: 6 Mar 1833
• Census: 1850, Sharon Township, Richland County, Ohio, United States; as Maryan Mott, in the household of Solomon Mott
• Census: 1860, Sharon Township, Richland County, Ohio, United States; as Mary Mott, in the household of Solomon Mott
• Census: 1910, Sharon Township, Richland County, Ohio, United States; as Mary A. Mott, head, widow
• Newspaper: 6 Sep 1917; The Payne Reflector and Press Review (Payne, Ohio), 6 September 1917, p8: Pioneers

Notes:

Name:

Departmental Archives of the Territoire de Belfort
Marianne Schellet , female, born in Grosne, 4 December 1826
Francois Schellet, father, farmer, residence Grosne, age 37
Jeanne Marie Schenberg, mother

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Pioneers
Shelley and Quince Families
Frances and Mary Jane (Shanberg) Shelley were natives of France, and members of the Catholic church. Mr. Shelley attended in Paris seven years, Mr. and Mrs. Francis Shelley were married in France and there in France were born seven children. Mary, Catherine, Mary Ann, Martha, Lovina, Henry and Victoria. Francis Jr., and Peter were born in this country. The family emigrated to America in 1831 and settled in Richland county. In 1840 the family came to Paulding county and entered 80 acres of land one mile north of Payne on north-east corner. They built their cabin where the home of Mr. Cox now stands. They lived there with their family until the death of Mr. Shelley, August 6 1866.
Mrs. Emma Bodey a grand-daughter remembers hearing them tell of the roof blowing off the cabin one night. The parents and daughters slept downstairs in the small cabin and the sons in the loft. This night a man way-farer was a guest and the boys and guest were compelled to descend quickly in abbreviated costumes. While the parents remained faithful to the Catholic faith, the children later joined the United Brethren church. After the death of her husband, Mrs. Shelley made her home with her son Henry Shelley who lived in the home at Lamb's corners and with her daughter Mrs. Quince. She died March 20, 1885, aged 94 years. Each of these sons were given on their marriage forty acres of land. Henry earned the forty acres across from the Hiram Underwood farm with the proceeds of night's coon hunting and sold it $75.00.
Mary the eldest daughter of Francis and Mary Jane Shanberg became the wife of John McGill. They lived just south of the Lehman school house south of bridge. Had no children. Catherine born in France, Sept. 8 1842, became the wife of Francis Quince in Richland county on Feb. 14, 1842. Their children were Mary died in infancy, Solomon born Nov. 5, 1845, Mary Cecil Radenbaugh born Sept. 10, 1847, Francis A., Aug. 2, 1849, died Aug. 10, 1880, Laura born July 27, 1852, died Nov. 8, 1879, Catherine born 1856, died 1860. Mary Ann married Solomon Mott of Vernon Junction, Ohio. Friends here only know of one daughter, Julia. Mrs. Mott is now living at the age of 90 years.
Martha chose for her husband, William Holmes and the family moved to Iowa, cannot ascertain names of children. Lovina married Maurice Keller and for many years lived on South Main street and built the house in which Miss Nellie Bradley lives. They had no children.
Henry Shelley was born near Paris, France, Dec. 26, 1829. He was two years of age when his parents came to this country. Henry Shelley was married three times. His first wife was Miss Abagail Chaney the daughter of Charles Chaney of this county, one son Charles was born to them. The wife died and Mr. Shelley married Miss Mahala Mikle, a sister of Daniel Mikle. Their children were Abram, Louisa the wife of L. Leeth and three deceased. Mrs. Mahala Shelley died in 1866. In 1869, Julia Myton the daughter of Robert and Rhoda Homan Myton of German lineage became the third wife. Their children were Carrie who died in 1883, Emma born May 21, 1875 and wife of Isaac Body. Victoria born Sept. 5, 1877. Ada May born May 23, 1881 and wife of George Fugate, and Lucy born June 27, 1889.
In 1864, Henry Shelley enlisted in Company H, One Hundred Sixty-second Ohio Volunteer Infantry and served 100 days. He secured his honorable discharge. The family was highly-esteemed in the community. Mrs. Shelley died January 18, 1914. Mr. Shelley died March 8, 1904.
Victoria, born in France, March 20, 1831, became the wife of Hiram Northrup, of this family we will write later
Francis Shelley and Lucinda Myton a sister of the third wife of Henry Shelley were married in Allen county, Indiana, May 10, 1857. He was born in Richland county, Ohio, Feb. 7, 1837. She was born in Crawford county, Ohio, June 15, 1841. Their family are Mary J., born April 26, 1860, wife of Wm. Buerkle, Joseph F., born Dec. 28, 1865, Clarrissa A., born Aug. 30, 1869, wife of Fred White. Adalene was born Jan. 29, 1872, wife of Christ Peterson.
Francis Shelley served three years in the 68th Ohio during the Rebellion and was discharged at Savannah, Georgia. The home farm was across the road west of the Fred Wahl farm. Late in life Mr. Shelley bought the South Main street property of his brother-in-law Maurice Kelley. A few years ago he sold this and they moved to near Cincinnati. Mr. and Mrs. Shelley are still living. They were prominently identified with the United Brethren church.
Peter Shelley married Martha J. Payne in 1860. They had five sons and two daughters. We have no record of his death. Mrs. Shelley died June 23, 1917 at the age of 75 years at the home of her daughter Mrs. John H. Medsker of South Benton.
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Mary married Solomon Mott on 12 Apr 1846 in Richland County, Ohio, United States. Solomon was born on 8 Feb 1825 in Baden-Württemberg, Germany; died on 25 Jan 1910 in Richland County, Ohio, United States; was buried in Jan 1910 in Shelby, Richland County, Ohio, United States. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events:

• Name: Magdelaine Schellet
• Emigration: 6 Mar 1833
• Immigration: 11 Jun 1833
• Residence: 1840, Paulding County, Ohio, United States; family moved from Richland County, Ohio to Paulding County, Ohio
• Census: 1850, Harrison Township, Paulding County, Ohio, United States; as Martha Shelly, in the household of Francis Shelly
• Census: 1870, Decatur Township, Decatur County, Iowa, United States; as Martha Homes, in the household of Milton Homes
• Census: 1880, Decatur Township, Decatur County, Iowa, United States; as Martha Holmes, wife, in the household of Milton Holmes
• Census: 1900, Decatur Township, Decatur County, Iowa, United States; as Martha Holmes, mother, in the household of Elijah J. Holmes
• Newspaper: 6 Sep 1917; The Payne Reflector and Press Review (Payne, Ohio), 6 September 1917, p8: Pioneers

Notes:

Name:

Departmental Archives of the Territoire de Belfort
Magdelaine Schellet, female, born in Grosne, 10 January 1829
Francois Schellet, father, farmer, residence Grosne, age 40
Jeanne Marie Schenberg, mother

Newspaper:

Part XLI
Pioneers
Shelley and Quince Families
Frances and Mary Jane (Shanberg) Shelley were natives of France, and members of the Catholic church. Mr. Shelley attended in Paris seven years, Mr. and Mrs. Francis Shelley were married in France and there in France were born seven children. Mary, Catherine, Mary Ann, Martha, Lovina, Henry and Victoria. Francis Jr., and Peter were born in this country. The family emigrated to America in 1831 and settled in Richland county. In 1840 the family came to Paulding county and entered 80 acres of land one mile north of Payne on north-east corner. They built their cabin where the home of Mr. Cox now stands. They lived there with their family until the death of Mr. Shelley, August 6 1866.
Mrs. Emma Bodey a grand-daughter remembers hearing them tell of the roof blowing off the cabin one night. The parents and daughters slept downstairs in the small cabin and the sons in the loft. This night a man way-farer was a guest and the boys and guest were compelled to descend quickly in abbreviated costumes. While the parents remained faithful to the Catholic faith, the children later joined the United Brethren church. After the death of her husband, Mrs. Shelley made her home with her son Henry Shelley who lived in the home at Lamb's corners and with her daughter Mrs. Quince. She died March 20, 1885, aged 94 years. Each of these sons were given on their marriage forty acres of land. Henry earned the forty acres across from the Hiram Underwood farm with the proceeds of night's coon hunting and sold it $75.00.
Mary the eldest daughter of Francis and Mary Jane Shanberg became the wife of John McGill. They lived just south of the Lehman school house south of bridge. Had no children. Catherine born in France, Sept. 8 1842, became the wife of Francis Quince in Richland county on Feb. 14, 1842. Their children were Mary died in infancy, Solomon born Nov. 5, 1845, Mary Cecil Radenbaugh born Sept. 10, 1847, Francis A., Aug. 2, 1849, died Aug. 10, 1880, Laura born July 27, 1852, died Nov. 8, 1879, Catherine born 1856, died 1860. Mary Ann married Solomon Mott of Vernon Junction, Ohio. Friends here only know of one daughter, Julia. Mrs. Mott is now living at the age of 90 years.
Martha chose for her husband, William Holmes and the family moved to Iowa, cannot ascertain names of children. Lovina married Maurice Keller and for many years lived on South Main street and built the house in which Miss Nellie Bradley lives. They had no children.
Henry Shelley was born near Paris, France, Dec. 26, 1829. He was two years of age when his parents came to this country. Henry Shelley was married three times. His first wife was Miss Abagail Chaney the daughter of Charles Chaney of this county, one son Charles was born to them. The wife died and Mr. Shelley married Miss Mahala Mikle, a sister of Daniel Mikle. Their children were Abram, Louisa the wife of L. Leeth and three deceased. Mrs. Mahala Shelley died in 1866. In 1869, Julia Myton the daughter of Robert and Rhoda Homan Myton of German lineage became the third wife. Their children were Carrie who died in 1883, Emma born May 21, 1875 and wife of Isaac Body. Victoria born Sept. 5, 1877. Ada May born May 23, 1881 and wife of George Fugate, and Lucy born June 27, 1889.
In 1864, Henry Shelley enlisted in Company H, One Hundred Sixty-second Ohio Volunteer Infantry and served 100 days. He secured his honorable discharge. The family was highly-esteemed in the community. Mrs. Shelley died January 18, 1914. Mr. Shelley died March 8, 1904.
Victoria, born in France, March 20, 1831, became the wife of Hiram Northrup, of this family we will write later
Francis Shelley and Lucinda Myton a sister of the third wife of Henry Shelley were married in Allen county, Indiana, May 10, 1857. He was born in Richland county, Ohio, Feb. 7, 1837. She was born in Crawford county, Ohio, June 15, 1841. Their family are Mary J., born April 26, 1860, wife of Wm. Buerkle, Joseph F., born Dec. 28, 1865, Clarrissa A., born Aug. 30, 1869, wife of Fred White. Adalene was born Jan. 29, 1872, wife of Christ Peterson.
Francis Shelley served three years in the 68th Ohio during the Rebellion and was discharged at Savannah, Georgia. The home farm was across the road west of the Fred Wahl farm. Late in life Mr. Shelley bought the South Main street property of his brother-in-law Maurice Kelley. A few years ago he sold this and they moved to near Cincinnati. Mr. and Mrs. Shelley are still living. They were prominently identified with the United Brethren church.
Peter Shelley married Martha J. Payne in 1860. They had five sons and two daughters. We have no record of his death. Mrs. Shelley died June 23, 1917 at the age of 75 years at the home of her daughter Mrs. John H. Medsker of South Benton.
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Martha married William Milton Holmes on 22 Jan 1855 in Paulding County, Ohio, United States. William was born on 8 Mar 1814 in Pennsylvania, United States; died on 29 Sep 1892 in Decatur County, Iowa, United States; was buried in Oct 1892 in Leon, Decatur County, Iowa, United States. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events:

• Name: 18 Dec 1830; Henry Schellet
• Emigration: 6 Jun 1833; with his parents
• Residence: 1840, Paulding County, Ohio, United States; family moved from Richland County, Ohio to Paulding County, Ohio
• Census: 1850, Harrison Township, Paulding County, Ohio, United States; as Henry Shelly, laborer, in the household of Francis Shelly
• Property: 14 Nov 1853, Paulding County, Ohio, United States; sold 40 acres for $170 to George Beaver; Address:
  (the North East quarter of the North East quarter of Section 27,
• Property: 5 Jan 1854, Paulding County, Ohio, United States; *****purchased 40 acres (the South West quarter of the South East quarter of secton 26, Township 2 North, Range 1 East) for $200.00 from John Goshon; Address:
  (South West quarter of the South East quarter, Section 26, Towns
• Property: 6 Jun 1856; purchased 20 acres for $100 from Philip Radenbaugh
• Property: 29 Mar 1859, Paulding County, Ohio, United States; signed a Quit Claim on 40 acres; Address:
  (South West quarter, South East quarter, Section 26, Township 2
• Census: 1860, Harrison Township, Paulding County, Ohio, United States; as Henry Shellet, farmer, head of household
• Property: 12 Oct 1861, Paulding County, Ohio, United States; signed a rental agreement between himself, his father Francis and brother Peter Shelley
• Property: 19 Apr 1862, Harrison Township, Paulding County, Ohio, United States; purchased 40 acres from Francis and Mary J. Shelley for $450; Address:
  (West half of the West half of the South West quarter, Section 2
• Property: 23 Dec 1862, Harrison Township, Paulding County, Ohio, United States; purchased 40 acres for $400 from Peter Shelley; Address:
  (East half of the West half of the South West quarter, Section 2
• Property: 30 Sep 1863, Paulding County, Ohio, United States; sold 20 acres for $290 to Mary Ann Radenbaugh; Address:
  (West half of the Northwest quarter of the Northwest quarter, Se
• Military: Between 2 May 1864 and 10 Sep 1864; served in the Civil War as a Private, Co. H, 132nd Ohio Volunteer Infantry
• Property: 9 Feb 1865, Harrison Township, Paulding County, Ohio, United States; sold 40 acres for $400 to Peter Shelley; Address:
  (East half of the West half of the South West quarter, Section N
• Census: 1870, Harrison Township, Paulding County, Ohio, United States; as Henry Shelly, farmer, cannot read or write, head of household
• Census: 1880, Harrison Township, Paulding County, Ohio, United States; as Henry Shelley, farmer, head of household
• Military Pension: 15 Feb 1883; filed an Application for Invalid Pension #475483
• Will: Feb 1889, Paulding County, Ohio, United States
• Census: 1890, Payne, Harrison Township, Paulding County, Ohio, United States; as Henry Shelley, Priivate, Co. H, 132 Ohio
• History / Bio: 1892; Historical Atlas of Paulding County, Ohio (Madison, Wisconsin: Western Publishing Co., 1892), p62
• Newspaper: 30 Jul 1896; Paulding County Republican (Paulding, Ohio), 30 July 1896, p8
• Census: 1900, Harrison Township, Paulding County, Ohio, United States; as Henry Shelly, landlord, immigrated 1832, naturalized citizen
• Probate: 17 Mar 1904, Paulding County, Ohio, United States
• Newspaper: 6 Sep 1917; The Payne Reflector and Press Review (Payne, Ohio), 6 September 1917, p8
• Newspaper: 20 Dec 1917; The Payne Reflector and Press Review (Payne, Ohio), 20 December 1917, p5: Pioneers
• Newspaper: 26 Aug 1992; Paulding Progress (Paulding, Ohio), 26 August 1992, p3: Barn Burned

Notes:

Name:

Departmental Archives of the Territoire de Belfort
Henry Schellet, female, born in Grosne, 18 December 1830
Francois Schellet, father, farmer, residence Grosne, age 41
Jeanne Marie Schenberg, mother, age 36

Property:
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Property:
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Property:

Article of Agreement: Francis Shelley Sr, Henry Shelley and Peter Shelley
Paulding County, Ohio
Rental Agreement
The said Henry and Peter Shelley rents the farm for six years, they are to give Francis Shelley Sen. two fifths of all the grain they raise on said farm, the grain to be delivered in the granary they give him one half of all the hay that is raised on said farm the hay to be delivered in the barn. The said Francis Shelley is to have the use of the house and the lot that the house stands in, also the pasture of the lot that the barn stands in. Henry and Peter is to have privilege of stacking their grain in said lot and Hay. Peter Shelley is to furnish all the fire wood himself so long as he lives at his father's house, if he leaves then Henry and Peter is to furnish it equally. The fences is to be Kept in good repair. They are not to take any timber off of the farm. They are to do his milling and haul his grain to market either to New Haven or Fort Wayne. Francis Shelley is to have the privilege of pasturing two cows and one horse in the South West field on said farm, also privilege of pasturing the same on the meadows after harvest so long as he or his wife lives. Henry and Peter is to do his road work so long as the old folks lives, the said Francis Shelley Sen., pays the Taxes himself. Henry and Peter is to have the use of all the farming tools that he owns at the present time. The said Francis Shelley Sen., pays no repairs on tools. Francis Shelley is to have two fifths of the corn fodder and Straw. If Francis Shelley Sen., and his wife dies before the six years expire then Henry and Peter has the use of all the farm.
Date: 12 October 1861
Signed: Francois Cheltes, Henry (his mark) Shelley and Peter (his mark) Shelley
Witness: Wilson Graham, Mary D. Graham and Mary (her mark) M Gill
v10, p190
Recorded: 4 April 1862

Military:

Civil War
—Henry Shelley enlisted as a private at the age of 35 on May 2, 1864, in Company H, 132nd Ohio National Guards Volunteer Infantry, to serve 100 days. He was mustered out with the company September 10, 1864, at Camp Chase, Ohio.

Military Pension:

—He filed an Invalid Claim for Pension on February 15, 1883 with the following statement: " At Virginia about the month of August 1864, from the cold of nights and heat of the day and exposure, I incurred loss of one eyesight and enlarged veins and I now suffer and cannot work much and claim Pension on my disabilities." This claim was signed by Henry (x his mark) Shelley and witnessed by J. P. Radenbaugh and Solomon Quince. On December 29, 1890 an Application for Pension was filed with the following reason: "Unable to earn a support due to being blind in left eye, right eye badly effected, rhumatism, itching piles, varicose veins, lumbago and nervousness." It states that he is receiving a pension under certificate No. 374859 at $8.00 for disease of left eye and loss of sight of same. Signed by Henry (x his mark) Shelley. In March of 1892 he was dropped from the pension rolls "because of being pensioned under Act June 27, '90."
—A form from the Department of the Interior, Bureau of Pensions ask for more information before his next quarterly payment. It is dated May 31 1898 and gives the name of his previous wife as Mahala Michales, married 1866 at Paulding County, Ohio and the names of living children: Abram born 1864 Oct 24, Louisa born June 16 1866, Emma born May 20 1875, Victoria born Sept 5 1827 and Ada born May 23 1881. Nothing in his Veterans Records indicate whether or not he ever received additional pension.
—Included in the packet are papers from the Application for Widow's Pension filed by Julia A. Shelley, widow.

Will:

WILL
Dated February 1889
Probate Court, Paulding County, Ohio
In the Name of the Benevolent Father of All: I the said Henry Shelley, being of sound and disposing mind and memory, considering the uncertainty of continuance in life and desiring to make such disposition of any worldly estate as I deem best, do make, publish and declare this to be my last will and testament: hereby revoking and annulling all former will or wills whatsoever by me made.
First: I desire all my just debts and funeral expenses to be paid as soon as possible after my decease.
Second: I give and bequeath to my wife Julia A. Shelley during her life and so long as she shall remain a widow all the residue of my estate and all property, whether real or personal or mixed, of which I shall die seized, and possessed, or to which I shall be entitled at the time of my decease, to be held by her during her life or so long as she shall remain a widow, together with all the rents, profits and increase.
Third: That after the decease or remarriage of my said wife, all the residue of my said estate together with rents, profits and increase, (except such as may have been expended in the support of my said wife and her minor heirs) shall be divided equally between all of my heirs. I nominate and appoint my said wife Julia A. Shelley to be the executrix of this will and testament.
In witness whereof I have hereunto set my hand and seal this___day of February in the year eighteen hundred and eighty nine.
Signed: Henry (x his mark) Shelley
Witness to mark, H. K. Gant and A. M. Bailey,

Signed, sealed and acknowledged by Henry Shelley as his last Will and Testament in our presence, and subscribed and attested by us as witnesses, in his presence and at his request.
A. M. Bailey
H. K. Gant

Census:

Enlisted: May 2 1864, Discharge: Sep 10 1864, length of service 4 months 8 days, Post Office: Payne, Ohio, Disability Incurred: loss of eye and rheumatism.

History / Bio:

Henry Shelly, a prominent farmer of Harrison township, was born in France, near Paris, on the 26th of December, 1829. His parents, Francis and Jennie Shelly, emigrated to America in 1831, and located in Richland County, near Shelby. They remained there until their deaths. Henry Shelly was two years of age when he came to this country with his parents. He received but a limited education in his adopted country, and began life for himself at an early age. In 1864 he enlisted in Company H., 132nd Ohio Volunteer Infantry, and served for 100 days. He received his honorable discharge, and is a pensioner. Mr. Shelly married Miss Abigail Chaney, the daughter of Charles Chaney, after coming to this county, and they had a child named Charley. The mother dying, Mr. Shelly was again married, Miss Mahala Michaels becoming his wife. Their children were: Abram, Louisa, the wife of L. Leeth, and three who are now deceased. Mrs. Shelly died in 1866, and Julie Myton, the daughter of Robert and Rhoda (Homan) Myton, of German extraction, was married to Mr. Shelly, in 1869. Their children are: Carrie, born April 14, 1872, died March 24, 1883; Emma, born May 21, 1875; Victoria, born September 5, 1877; Ada May, born May 23, 1881, and Lucy, born June 27, 1889. The father of these is a republican in politics and highly esteemed.

Newspaper:

DITCH NOTICE
Notice To Non-Resident Lot or Land Owners
To all lot or land owners, corporations Public or Private, that will be affected by the ditch improvement herein designated. In the matter of County Ditch Number 110 Petitioned for by W. S. Purdue et al.
Auditor's Office Paulding County, Ohio, July 14th 1896
Among the long list of names is John Leeth and Henry Shelley.

Newspaper:

Part XLI
Pioneers
Shelley and Quince Families
Frances and Mary Jane (Shanberg) Shelley were natives of France, and members of the Catholic church. Mr. Shelley attended in Paris seven years, Mr. and Mrs. Francis Shelley were married in France and there in France were born seven children. Mary, Catherine, Mary Ann, Martha, Lovina, Henry and Victoria. Francis Jr., and Peter were born in this country. The family emigrated to America in 1831 and settled in Richland county. In 1840 the family came to Paulding county and entered 80 acres of land one mile north of Payne on north-east corner. They built their cabin where the home of Mr. Cox now stands. They lived there with their family until the death of Mr. Shelley, August 6 1866.
Mrs. Emma Bodey a grand-daughter remembers hearing them tell of the roof blowing off the cabin one night. The parents and daughters slept downstairs in the small cabin and the sons in the loft. This night a man way-farer was a guest and the boys and guest were compelled to descend quickly in abbreviated costumes. While the parents remained faithful to the Catholic faith, the children later joined the United Brethren church. After the death of her husband, Mrs. Shelley made her home with her son Henry Shelley who lived in the home at Lamb's corners and with her daughter Mrs. Quince. She died March 20, 1885, aged 94 years. Each of these sons were given on their marriage forty acres of land. Henry earned the forty acres across from the Hiram Underwood farm with the proceeds of night's coon hunting and sold it $75.00.
Mary the eldest daughter of Francis and Mary Jane Shanberg became the wife of John McGill. They lived just south of the Lehman school house south of bridge. Had no children. Catherine born in France, Sept. 8 1842, became the wife of Francis Quince in Richland county on Feb. 14, 1842. Their children were Mary died in infancy, Solomon born Nov. 5, 1845, Mary Cecil Radenbaugh born Sept. 10, 1847, Francis A., Aug. 2, 1849, died Aug. 10, 1880, Laura born July 27, 1852, died Nov. 8, 1879, Catherine born 1856, died 1860. Mary Ann married Solomon Mott of Vernon Junction, Ohio. Friends here only know of one daughter, Julia. Mrs. Mott is now living at the age of 90 years.
Martha chose for her husband, William Holmes and the family moved to Iowa, cannot ascertain names of children. Lovina married Maurice Keller and for many years lived on South Main street and built the house in which Miss Nellie Bradley lives. They had no children.
Henry Shelley was born near Paris, France, Dec. 26, 1829. He was two years of age when his parents came to this country. Henry Shelley was married three times. His first wife was Miss Abagail Chaney the daughter of Charles Chaney of this county, one son Charles was born to them. The wife died and Mr. Shelley married Miss Mahala Mikle, a sister of Daniel Mikle. Their children were Abram, Louisa the wife of L. Leeth and three deceased. Mrs. Mahala Shelley died in 1866. In 1869, Julia Myton the daughter of Robert and Rhoda Homan Myton of German lineage became the third wife. Their children were Carrie who died in 1883, Emma born May 21, 1875 and wife of Isaac Body. Victoria born Sept. 5, 1877. Ada May born May 23, 1881 and wife of George Fugate, and Lucy born June 27, 1889.
In 1864, Henry Shelley enlisted in Company H, One Hundred Sixty-second Ohio Volunteer Infantry and served 100 days. He secured his honorable discharge. The family was highly-esteemed in the community. Mrs. Shelley died January 18, 1914. Mr. Shelley died March 8, 1904.
Victoria, born in France, March 20, 1831, became the wife of Hiram Northrup, of this family we will write later
Francis Shelley and Lucinda Myton a sister of the third wife of Henry Shelley were married in Allen county, Indiana, May 10, 1857. He was born in Richland county, Ohio, Feb. 7, 1837. She was born in Crawford county, Ohio, June 15, 1841. Their family are Mary J., born April 26, 1860, wife of Wm. Buerkle, Joseph F., born Dec. 28, 1865, Clarrissa A., born Aug. 30, 1869, wife of Fred White. Adalene was born Jan. 29, 1872, wife of Christ Peterson.
Francis Shelley served three years in the 68th Ohio during the Rebellion and was discharged at Savannah, Georgia. The home farm was across the road west of the Fred Wahl farm. Late in life Mr. Shelley bought the South Main street property of his brother-in-law Maurice Kelley. A few years ago he sold this and they moved to near Cincinnati. Mr. and Mrs. Shelley are still living. They were prominently identified with the United Brethren church.
Peter Shelley married Martha J. Payne in 1860. They had five sons and two daughters. We have no record of his death. Mrs. Shelley died June 23, 1917 at the age of 75 years at the home of her daughter Mrs. John H. Medsker of South Benton.
(Continued Next Week)

Newspaper:

Part LIII
Pioneers
The Daniel Mikle Family
Daniel Mikle son of Peter and Delilah (Mansfield) Mikle was born in Allen County, Indiana, near Maples, in June, 1842. He lived with his parents until 1861, when he enlisted in Company D, 30th Ind. Inft., and served until the close of the war, 1865. In 1866, Mr. Mikle came to Paulding County and in partnership with his brother-in-law, Henry Shelley, with whom he lived, he bought the place known as the Wilson Graham farm, an eighty acre piece, for $450. They afterward sold it to Mr. Graham.
Mr. Mikle was married to Barbara Shugars in 1868. They moved on a farm four miles west of Payne on Creek Road. To this union were born four children, Henry J. Mary Etta, John Franklin, Delilah Jane all of whom are living. Mrs. Mikle died July 9, 1889. Mr. Mikle married Mary Morrow Ritter, a widow in the same year.
Mr. and Mrs. Mikle left the farm in 1908 and bought the large residence built by Michael Finan on East Merrin Street, where they are happily passing the even tide of life.
Daniel and Barbara (Shugars) Mikle had four children all were born at the homestead.
Henry Jackson Mikle was born Dec. 30, 1869 and was married to Effie R. Honk, daughter of Jacob and Rachel Ann (Wogoman) Honk, Nov. 24, 1898 at her parents home. They have one daughter, Gladys.
Mary E. Mikle was born Jan. 28, 1871 and was married to Monroe Dill, son of David and Ann (Chrestman) Dill, Dec. 5, 1889. They have four children, Lester, Thalia, Lyman and Everett. They live near Pierceton, Ind.
John F. Mikle was born May 6, 1873. He was married to Emma Miller, daughter of Jacob and Phoebe Miller of Baldwin. They have two children , Forest and Lela. Their home is in Colorado Springs, Colorado.
Delilah Jane Mikle was born April 2, 1875 and was married to Harry Lee, son of John and Emma (Prentice) Lee, and is a grandson of Colonel Nelson E. Prentice, Feb. 10, 1910. Their home is near Green Springs, Ohio.

Newspaper:

The Summer 1909, according to a clipping from the Paulding Republican, featured not only storms but lots of lightning. Three barns were struck and burned in July, one at the Henry Shelley Farm north of Payne, one at the Abe Mathias farm northeast of Payne and one belonging to John Rusell east of Paulding. Lost in the fires were horses, machinery and hay.

Henry married Abigail Chaney about 1851. Abigail (daughter of Charles Chaney and Margaret Smothers) was born in 1833 in Ohio, United States; died in 1853 in Paulding County, Ohio, United States. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Henry married Mahala Mikle on 25 Aug 1854 in Paulding County, Ohio, United States. Mahala (daughter of Peter Michael and Delila Mansfield) was born on 18 May 1835 in Sandy Beaver, Columbiana County, Ohio, United States; died on 18 Nov 1868 in Harrison Township, Paulding County, Ohio, United States; was buried in Nov 1868 in Paulding County, Ohio, United States. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Henry married Julia Ann Myton on 6 Jan 1870 in Fort Wayne, Allen County, Indiana, United States. Julia (daughter of Robert Myton and Rhoda Homan) was born on 10 May 1843 in Crawford County, Ohio, United States; died on 18 Jan 1914 in Payne, Paulding County, Ohio, United States; was buried on 20 Jan 1914 in Paulding County, Ohio, United States. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events:

• Name: 1 Apr 1833; Victoire Schellet
• Immigration: Jun 1833
• Residence: 1840, Paulding County, Ohio, United States; family moved from Richland County, Ohio to Paulding County, Ohio
• Census: 1850, Harrison Township, Paulding County, Ohio, United States; as Victory Northrup, in the household of Francis Shelly
• Newspaper: 6 Sep 1917; The Payne Reflector and Press Review (Payne, Ohio), 6 September 1917, p8: Pioneers

Notes:

Name:

Departmental Archives of the Territoire de Belfort
Victoire Schellet, female, born 1 April 1833, Grosne
Francois Schellet, father, age 44, farmer, residence Grosne
Jeanne Marie Schenneberg, mother, age 38

Newspaper:

Part XLI
Pioneers
Shelley and Quince Families
Frances and Mary Jane (Shanberg) Shelley were natives of France, and members of the Catholic church. Mr. Shelley attended in Paris seven years, Mr. and Mrs. Francis Shelley were married in France and there in France were born seven children. Mary, Catherine, Mary Ann, Martha, Lovina, Henry and Victoria. Francis Jr., and Peter were born in this country. The family emigrated to America in 1831 and settled in Richland county. In 1840 the family came to Paulding county and entered 80 acres of land one mile north of Payne on north-east corner. They built their cabin where the home of Mr. Cox now stands. They lived there with their family until the death of Mr. Shelley, August 6 1866.
Mrs. Emma Bodey a grand-daughter remembers hearing them tell of the roof blowing off the cabin one night. The parents and daughters slept downstairs in the small cabin and the sons in the loft. This night a man way-farer was a guest and the boys and guest were compelled to descend quickly in abbreviated costumes. While the parents remained faithful to the Catholic faith, the children later joined the United Brethren church. After the death of her husband, Mrs. Shelley made her home with her son Henry Shelley who lived in the home at Lamb's corners and with her daughter Mrs. Quince. She died March 20, 1885, aged 94 years. Each of these sons were given on their marriage forty acres of land. Henry earned the forty acres across from the Hiram Underwood farm with the proceeds of night's coon hunting and sold it $75.00.
Mary the eldest daughter of Francis and Mary Jane Shanberg became the wife of John McGill. They lived just south of the Lehman school house south of bridge. Had no children. Catherine born in France, Sept. 8 1842, became the wife of Francis Quince in Richland county on Feb. 14, 1842. Their children were Mary died in infancy, Solomon born Nov. 5, 1845, Mary Cecil Radenbaugh born Sept. 10, 1847, Francis A., Aug. 2, 1849, died Aug. 10, 1880, Laura born July 27, 1852, died Nov. 8, 1879, Catherine born 1856, died 1860. Mary Ann married Solomon Mott of Vernon Junction, Ohio. Friends here only know of one daughter, Julia. Mrs. Mott is now living at the age of 90 years.
Martha chose for her husband, William Holmes and the family moved to Iowa, cannot ascertain names of children. Lovina married Maurice Keller and for many years lived on South Main street and built the house in which Miss Nellie Bradley lives. They had no children.
Henry Shelley was born near Paris, France, Dec. 26, 1829. He was two years of age when his parents came to this country. Henry Shelley was married three times. His first wife was Miss Abagail Chaney the daughter of Charles Chaney of this county, one son Charles was born to them. The wife died and Mr. Shelley married Miss Mahala Mikle, a sister of Daniel Mikle. Their children were Abram, Louisa the wife of L. Leeth and three deceased. Mrs. Mahala Shelley died in 1866. In 1869, Julia Myton the daughter of Robert and Rhoda Homan Myton of German lineage became the third wife. Their children were Carrie who died in 1883, Emma born May 21, 1875 and wife of Isaac Body. Victoria born Sept. 5, 1877. Ada May born May 23, 1881 and wife of George Fugate, and Lucy born June 27, 1889.
In 1864, Henry Shelley enlisted in Company H, One Hundred Sixty-second Ohio Volunteer Infantry and served 100 days. He secured his honorable discharge. The family was highly-esteemed in the community. Mrs. Shelley died January 18, 1914. Mr. Shelley died March 8, 1904.
Victoria, born in France, March 20, 1831, became the wife of Hiram Northrup, of this family we will write later
Francis Shelley and Lucinda Myton a sister of the third wife of Henry Shelley were married in Allen county, Indiana, May 10, 1857. He was born in Richland county, Ohio, Feb. 7, 1837. She was born in Crawford county, Ohio, June 15, 1841. Their family are Mary J., born April 26, 1860, wife of Wm. Buerkle, Joseph F., born Dec. 28, 1865, Clarrissa A., born Aug. 30, 1869, wife of Fred White. Adalene was born Jan. 29, 1872, wife of Christ Peterson.
Francis Shelley served three years in the 68th Ohio during the Rebellion and was discharged at Savannah, Georgia. The home farm was across the road west of the Fred Wahl farm. Late in life Mr. Shelley bought the South Main street property of his brother-in-law Maurice Kelley. A few years ago he sold this and they moved to near Cincinnati. Mr. and Mrs. Shelley are still living. They were prominently identified with the United Brethren church.
Peter Shelley married Martha J. Payne in 1860. They had five sons and two daughters. We have no record of his death. Mrs. Shelley died June 23, 1917 at the age of 75 years at the home of her daughter Mrs. John H. Medsker of South Benton.
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Victoria married Hiram Northrup on 18 Apr 1850 in Paulding County, Ohio, United States. Hiram was born on 18 Mar 1827 in New York, United States; died on 10 Apr 1908 in Benton Township, Paulding County, Ohio, United States; was buried in Apr 1908 in Paulding County, Ohio, United States. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events:

• Residence: 1840, Paulding County, Ohio, United States; family moved from Richland County, Ohio to Paulding County, Ohio
• Census: 1850, Harrison Township, Paulding County, Ohio, United States; as Francis Shelly, in the household of Francis Shelly
• Census: 1860, Harrison Township, Paulding County, Ohio, United States; as Francis Shelly, Jr, farmer, head of household
• Military: 16 Nov 1861–18 Dec 1864; Civil War, 68th Ohio Volunteer Infantry, Company C
• Census: 1870, Harrison Township, Paulding County, Ohio, United States; as Francis Shelly, farmer, head of household
• Census: 1880, Harrison Township, Paulding County, Ohio, United States; as Francis Shelley, farmer, head of household
• Census: 1890, Benton Township, Paulding County, Ohio, United States; as Francis Shelley, Private, Company C, 68th Ohio Infantry; Address:
  Payne
• Census: 1900, Payne, Paulding County, Ohio, United States; as Francis Shelley, pension, head of household
• Census: 1910, Tate Township, Clermont County, Ohio, United States; as Francis Shelley, father, in the household of Clara A. White
• Newspaper: 19 Jun 1913; The Payne Reflector and Press Review (Payne, Ohio), 19 June 1913, p1
• Newspaper: 26 Jun 1913; The Payne Reflector and Press Review (Payne, Ohio), 26 June 1913, p5
• Newspaper: 6 Sep 1917; The Payne Reflector and Press Review (Payne, Ohio), 6 September 1917, p8: Pioneers
• Newspaper: 20 Sep 1917; The Payne Reflector and Press Review (Payne, Ohio), 20 September 1917, p1
• Newspaper: 13 Mar 1919; The Payne Reflector and Press Review (Payne, Ohio), 13 March 1919, p5
• Census: 1920, Columbus Grove, Putnam County, Ohio, United States; as Francis Shelley, father-in-law, in the household of Frederick W. White; Address:
  West Street
• Newspaper: 6 Oct 1927; The Payne Reflector and Press Review (Payne, Ohio), 6 October 1927, p1
• Residence: 1928, Milan, Washtenaw County, Michigan, United States
• Newspaper: 9 Feb 1928; The Payne Reflector and Press Review (Payne, Ohio), 9 February 1928, p1
• Newspaper: 16 Feb 1928; Paulding Democrat (Paulding, Ohio), 16 February 1928, p7
• Census: 1930, Milan, Washtenaw County, Michigan, United States; as Francis Shelley, father-in-law, widowed, in the household of Fred W. White
• Newspaper: 5 Jun 1930; The Payne Reflector and Press Review (Payne, Ohio), 5 June 1930, p5
• Obituary: 14 Jan 1932; The Payne Reflector and Press Review (Payne Ohio) 14 January 1932, p1

Notes:

Francis Shelly, Company C, 68th Ohio Volunteer Infantry. Enlisted as a Private at the age of 27 November 16, 1861, to serve 3 years. Mustered out December 19, 1864, near Savannah, Georgia, on expiration of term of service. Buried in Lehman Cemetery, Benton Township, Paulding County, Ohio; Section A, Lot 85, Grave 2. (Source: "Civil War Veterans Buried in Paulding County" compiled by Mark Holtsberry. pg. 33,)

Francis Shelley -- and Lucinda Myton were united in marriage in Allen County, Indiana, May 10, 1857. He was born in Richland County, Ohio, February 7, 1837; her birth took place in Crawford County, Ohio, June 15, 1841. Their family are: Mary J., born April 26, 1860; Joseph F., December 28, 1865; Clarissa A., August 30, 1869; Emily A. , January 29, 1872. His parents were settlers in this county in 1840; their names were Francis Shelley, died August 6, 1866, and Mary J. (Shanbarg) Shelley, who is still living in the township, aged ninety-two years. his wife's father, Robert Myton, died March 9, 1880, and her mother, Rhoda (Homon) Myton, April 26, 1873. Mr. Shelley was Supervisor for one year. He was in the war of 1861, in the 68th Ohio; served three years, being discharged in 1861, at Savannah, Georgia. His brother Henry was in the 100 days' service. Mr. and Mrs. Shelley were members of the United Brethren, and active workers in the Sunday School. He was a farmer and stock raiser. Address, Payne, Paulding county, Ohio. (Source: "History of Northwestern Ohio-History of Paulding County" by Everett A. Budd, includes a part of the " Historical Hand Atlas", H. H. Hardesty & County, Pub. 1882 Pgs. 179-239, by Marjean Holmes Workman 1992)


Newspaper:

Mr. and Mrs. Francis Shelley, who had been the guests of their grandson Jacob Buerkle and wife and other relatives for about two weeks, left here for Coldwater, Mich., to spend a few days. They will return Monday and on Tuesday will leave for their home at Bethel, O.

Newspaper:

Mr. and Mrs. Francis Shelley and daughter, Mrs Fred White of Bethel, O. who have been visiting relatives in this vicinity for the past few weeks returned home yesterday.

Newspaper:

Part XLI
Pioneers
Shelley and Quince Families
Frances and Mary Jane (Shanberg) Shelley were natives of France, and members of the Catholic church. Mr. Shelley attended in Paris seven years, Mr. and Mrs. Francis Shelley were married in France and there in France were born seven children. Mary, Catherine, Mary Ann, Martha, Lovina, Henry and Victoria. Francis Jr., and Peter were born in this country. The family emigrated to America in 1831 and settled in Richland county. In 1840 the family came to Paulding county and entered 80 acres of land one mile north of Payne on north-east corner. They built their cabin where the home of Mr. Cox now stands. They lived there with their family until the death of Mr. Shelley, August 6 1866.
Mrs. Emma Bodey a grand-daughter remembers hearing them tell of the roof blowing off the cabin one night. The parents and daughters slept downstairs in the small cabin and the sons in the loft. This night a man way-farer was a guest and the boys and guest were compelled to descend quickly in abbreviated costumes. While the parents remained faithful to the Catholic faith, the children later joined the United Brethren church. After the death of her husband, Mrs. Shelley made her home with her son Henry Shelley who lived in the home at Lamb's corners and with her daughter Mrs. Quince. She died March 20, 1885, aged 94 years. Each of these sons were given on their marriage forty acres of land. Henry earned the forty acres across from the Hiram Underwood farm with the proceeds of night's coon hunting and sold it $75.00.
Mary the eldest daughter of Francis and Mary Jane Shanberg became the wife of John McGill. They lived just south of the Lehman school house south of bridge. Had no children. Catherine born in France, Sept. 8 1842, became the wife of Francis Quince in Richland county on Feb. 14, 1842. Their children were Mary died in infancy, Solomon born Nov. 5, 1845, Mary Cecil Radenbaugh born Sept. 10, 1847, Francis A., Aug. 2, 1849, died Aug. 10, 1880, Laura born July 27, 1852, died Nov. 8, 1879, Catherine born 1856, died 1860. Mary Ann married Solomon Mott of Vernon Junction, Ohio. Friends here only know of one daughter, Julia. Mrs. Mott is now living at the age of 90 years.
Martha chose for her husband, William Holmes and the family moved to Iowa, cannot ascertain names of children. Lovina married Maurice Keller and for many years lived on South Main street and built the house in which Miss Nellie Bradley lives. They had no children.
Henry Shelley was born near Paris, France, Dec. 26, 1829. He was two years of age when his parents came to this country. Henry Shelley was married three times. His first wife was Miss Abagail Chaney the daughter of Charles Chaney of this county, one son Charles was born to them. The wife died and Mr. Shelley married Miss Mahala Mikle, a sister of Daniel Mikle. Their children were Abram, Louisa the wife of L. Leeth and three deceased. Mrs. Mahala Shelley died in 1866. In 1869, Julia Myton the daughter of Robert and Rhoda Homan Myton of German lineage became the third wife. Their children were Carrie who died in 1883, Emma born May 21, 1875 and wife of Isaac Body. Victoria born Sept. 5, 1877. Ada May born May 23, 1881 and wife of George Fugate, and Lucy born June 27, 1889.
In 1864, Henry Shelley enlisted in Company H, One Hundred Sixty-second Ohio Volunteer Infantry and served 100 days. He secured his honorable discharge. The family was highly-esteemed in the community. Mrs. Shelley died January 18, 1914. Mr. Shelley died March 8, 1904.
Victoria, born in France, March 20, 1831, became the wife of Hiram Northrup, of this family we will write later
Francis Shelley and Lucinda Myton a sister of the third wife of Henry Shelley were married in Allen county, Indiana, May 10, 1857. He was born in Richland county, Ohio, Feb. 7, 1837. She was born in Crawford county, Ohio, June 15, 1841. Their family are Mary J., born April 26, 1860, wife of Wm. Buerkle, Joseph F., born Dec. 28, 1865, Clarrissa A., born Aug. 30, 1869, wife of Fred White. Adalene was born Jan. 29, 1872, wife of Christ Peterson.
Francis Shelley served three years in the 68th Ohio during the Rebellion and was discharged at Savannah, Georgia. The home farm was across the road west of the Fred Wahl farm. Late in life Mr. Shelley bought the South Main street property of his brother-in-law Maurice Kelley. A few years ago he sold this and they moved to near Cincinnati. Mr. and Mrs. Shelley are still living. They were prominently identified with the United Brethren church.
Peter Shelley married Martha J. Payne in 1860. They had five sons and two daughters. We have no record of his death. Mrs. Shelley died June 23, 1917 at the age of 75 years at the home of her daughter Mrs. John H. Medsker of South Benton.
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Newspaper:

Francis Shelley, formerly of Payne but for the past several years a resident of Bethel, O., last week had the misfortune to fall from a ladder, breaking his collar bone and otherwise bruised up. He was immediately taken to the home of his daughter, Mrs. P. W. White and a physician summoned. On account of Mr. Shelly's advanced age his recovery seemed doubtful but we learn that he is now on the road to complete recovery. Mrs. Shelley has also been in poor health for some time.

Newspaper:

Miss Bertha Buerkle spent last week with her brother, Fred Buerkle and family and grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Francis Shelley of Columbus Grove, Ind. She reports Grandma Shelley slowly recovering.

Newspaper:

The first annual reunion of the Shelley family was held Sunday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Joe Shelley on South Main Street. Thirty-seven relatives and friends were present to enjoy the bountiful potluck dinner, namely: Francis Shelley, D. E. White, Clara White, Arthur White and family, all of Milan, Mich, Mr. and Mrs. Chris Peterson of Coldwater, Mich., N. M. Brewer of Paulding, Russell Souers and wife, and Katie Peterson, of Bronson, Mich., Mr and Ms. R. A. Shoemaker of Toledo, Mrs. Eliza Leeth of Haviland, Mrs. Lillie Medsker of Monroeville, Mrs. Vinie Soloway of Dixon, Mrs. F. M. Shoemaker and Mrs. Mary J. Buerkle of Payne.

Newspaper:

Mr. and Mrs. Jos. Shelley of South Main street entertained Tuesday at a potluck dinner in honor of his father Francis Shelley's 94th birthday. As the elder Mr. Shelley is a veteran of the Civil war and former member of John Stabler Post, G. A. R. of Payne, where he spent most of his long life, all the old soldiers that were able to come were invited to the celebration. The rooms were beautifully decorated for the occasion with Old Glory.. Patriotic music was also enjoyed in the afternoon and evening and all who attended had a most pleasant time. The host and several veterans all drove to the home of Dr. H. Radenbaugh who has been confined to his bed for the past several weeks. Dr. Radenbaugh was very much pleased by the visit of his comrades. Mr. Francis Shelley in whose honor this happy event took place, is at the home of his daughter Mrs. Fred White at Milan, Mich., where he has been spending several years.

Newspaper:

Francis Shelley for many years a pioneer citizen of Benton township, but is now making his home with his daughter, Mrs. Fred White, at Milan, Mich., is here visiting at the home of his son and wife, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Shelley, of South Main street, who gave a dinner Tuesday in honor of the aged father's 94th birthday anniversary. The celebrant is a Civil war veteran a former member of John Stabler Post, G. A. R., of Payne. The home was beautifully decorated in the national colors and Old Glory flying to the breeze. A program of patriotic music and camp fire stories were greatly enjoyed. All the old soldiers able to be out wer guests, besides many near friends. Later in the afternoon, Dr. Henry Radenbaugh received a visit from his old comrades. Dr. Radenbaugh is still confined, on account of illness.

Newspaper:

Mrs. Wm. Buerkle has gone to Milan, Mich., for a visit with her father Francis Shelley. She will also visit her sons Carl and Fred before returning home.

Obituary:

Francis Shelley was born in Richland county, O., on Feb. 7, 1834; and departed this life Friday, Jan. 8, 1832, at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Clara White at Milan, Mich., aged 97 years, 11 months and 1 day. Death was due to pneumonia.
He was united in marriage to Lucinda Myton of Monroeville, Ind., on May 10 1857, making their home on a farm north of town. To this union were born four children--three daughters and one son--Mrs. Clara White of Milan, Mich., Mrs. Mary Buerkle of Payne, Mrs. Addie Peterson of Coldwater, Mich., and Joseph Shelley of Payne.
At the beginning of the Civil War in 1861 he enlisted, in the 68th regiment, Ohio Volunteer Infantry, serving three. He was a member of General Sherman's army during his famous march to the sea.
Mrs. Shelley preceded her husband in death about eleven years ago.
Mr. Shelley united with the United Brethren church in his early manhood, and in 1921 became a member of the Methodist church.
He was president of the Washtenaw County Three Quarter Century Club at the time of his death.
He leaves to mourn his departure the four children, twenty-six grand-children, great-grand-children, great-great-grand-children, as well as several of the fifth generation.
The funeral was held Monday afternoon at 2:00 o'clock from the local Methodist church, Rev. Wayne Snider officiating and burial was made in the Lehman cemetery.
Those from a distance who attended the funeral were Mrs. Clara White, Mr. and Mrs. Erwin White and children, Mr. and Mrs. Arthur White and children, Charles White and Harry Chall, all of Milan, Mich., George Solway of Dixon, O., Mr. and Mrs. Chris Peterson and Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Brewer of Coldwater, Mich, Mr. and Mrs. Crowell, Mr. and Mrs. George Venorsdale, Mr. and Mrs. Art Henchen, Mrs. Helen Shelenbach, all of Fort Wayne, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Buerkle of Antwerp, O., and Mrs. S. C. McCoy of Leipsic, O.
We wish to thank our neighbors and friends who so kindly assisted us during the burial of our dear father.
The Children.

Died:

OBITUARY
The remains of a Paulding County, pioneer and Civil War veteran, the 98 year old Henry Shelley was brought here from Milan, Michigan where he had been making his home with his daughter, Mrs. Clara White, the widow of Freddie White who lived for many years on a farm about two miles south of Payne. The funeral was held at the Methodist church Monday afternoon and interment made in the Lehman cemetery. Mrs. William is also a daughter of the deceased who left many grandchildren and great-grandchildren to revere his memory.

Francis married Lucinda Myton on 10 May 1857 in Monroeville, Allen County, Indiana, United States. Lucinda (daughter of Robert Myton and Rhoda Homan) was born on 15 Jun 1841 in Crawford County, Ohio, United States; died on 4 Oct 1920 in Payne, Paulding County, Ohio, United States; was buried on 6 Oct 1920 in Paulding County, Ohio, United States. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events:

• Residence: 1840, Paulding County, Ohio, United States; family moved from Richland County, Ohio to Paulding County, Ohio
• Census: 1850, Harrison Township, Paulding County, Ohio, United States; as Peter Shelly, in the household of Francis Shelly
• Census: 1860, Harrison Township, Paulding County, Ohio, United States; as Peter Shellet, farm laborer, in the household of Francis Shellet
• Property: 12 Oct 1861, Paulding County, Ohio, United States; signed a rental agreement between himself, brother Henry and father Francis
• Property: 19 Apr 1862, Harrison Township, Paulding County, Ohio, United States; purchased 40 acres for $450 from his father and mother; Address:
  (East half of the West half of the South West quarter of Section
• Property: 23 Dec 1862, Paulding County, Ohio, United States; sold 40 acres for $400 to Henry Shelley; Address:
  (East half of the West half of the West quarter, Secton 26, Town
• Property: 9 Feb 1865, Paulding County, Ohio, United States; purchase 40 acres from Henry Shelley for $400; Address:
  (East half of the West half of the South West quarter, Section N
• Census: 1880, Carryall Township, Paulding County, Ohio, United States; as Peter Shelley, farmer, head of household
• Newspaper: 6 Sep 1917; The Payne Reflector and Press Review (Payne, Ohio), 6 September 1917, p8: Pioneers

Notes:

Property:

Article of Agreement: Francis Shelley Sr, Henry Shelley and Peter Shelley
Paulding County, Ohio
Rental Agreement
The said Henry and Peter Shelley rents the farm for six years, they are to give Francis Shelley Sen. two fifths of all the grain they raise on said farm, the grain to be delivered in the granary they give him one half of all the hay that is raised on said farm the hay to be delivered in the barn. The said Francis Shelley is to have the use of the house and the lot that the house stands in, also the pasture of the lot that the barn stands in. Henry and Peter is to have privilege of stacking their grain in said lot and Hay. Peter Shelley is to furnish all the fire wood himself so long as he lives at his father's house, if he leaves then Henry and Peter is to furnish it equally. The fences is to be Kept in good repair. They are not to take any timber off of the farm. They are to do his milling and haul his grain to market either to New Haven or Fort Wayne. Francis Shelley is to have the privilege of pasturing two cows and one horse in the South West field on said farm, also privilege of pasturing the same on the meadows after harvest so long as he or his wife lives. Henry and Peter is to do his road work so long as the old folks lives, the said Francis Shelley Sen., pays the Taxes himself. Henry and Peter is to have the use of all the farming tools that he owns at the present time. The said Francis Shelley Sen., pays no repairs on tools. Francis Shelley is to have two fifths of the corn fodder and Straw. If Francis Shelley Sen., and his wife dies before the six years expire then Henry and Peter has the use of all the farm.
Date: 12 October 1861
Signed: Francois Cheltes, Henry (his mark) Shelley and Peter (his mark) Shelley
Witness: Wilson Graham, Mary D. Graham and Mary (her mark) M Gill
v10, p190
Recorded: 4 April 1862

Newspaper:

Part XLI
Pioneers
Shelley and Quince Families
Frances and Mary Jane (Shanberg) Shelley were natives of France, and members of the Catholic church. Mr. Shelley attended in Paris seven years, Mr. and Mrs. Francis Shelley were married in France and there in France were born seven children. Mary, Catherine, Mary Ann, Martha, Lovina, Henry and Victoria. Francis Jr., and Peter were born in this country. The family emigrated to America in 1831 and settled in Richland county. In 1840 the family came to Paulding county and entered 80 acres of land one mile north of Payne on north-east corner. They built their cabin where the home of Mr. Cox now stands. They lived there with their family until the death of Mr. Shelley, August 6 1866.
Mrs. Emma Bodey a grand-daughter remembers hearing them tell of the roof blowing off the cabin one night. The parents and daughters slept downstairs in the small cabin and the sons in the loft. This night a man way-farer was a guest and the boys and guest were compelled to descend quickly in abbreviated costumes. While the parents remained faithful to the Catholic faith, the children later joined the United Brethren church. After the death of her husband, Mrs. Shelley made her home with her son Henry Shelley who lived in the home at Lamb's corners and with her daughter Mrs. Quince. She died March 20, 1885, aged 94 years. Each of these sons were given on their marriage forty acres of land. Henry earned the forty acres across from the Hiram Underwood farm with the proceeds of night's coon hunting and sold it $75.00.
Mary the eldest daughter of Francis and Mary Jane Shanberg became the wife of John McGill. They lived just south of the Lehman school house south of bridge. Had no children. Catherine born in France, Sept. 8 1842, became the wife of Francis Quince in Richland county on Feb. 14, 1842. Their children were Mary died in infancy, Solomon born Nov. 5, 1845, Mary Cecil Radenbaugh born Sept. 10, 1847, Francis A., Aug. 2, 1849, died Aug. 10, 1880, Laura born July 27, 1852, died Nov. 8, 1879, Catherine born 1856, died 1860. Mary Ann married Solomon Mott of Vernon Junction, Ohio. Friends here only know of one daughter, Julia. Mrs. Mott is now living at the age of 90 years.
Martha chose for her husband, William Holmes and the family moved to Iowa, cannot ascertain names of children. Lovina married Maurice Keller and for many years lived on South Main street and built the house in which Miss Nellie Bradley lives. They had no children.
Henry Shelley was born near Paris, France, Dec. 26, 1829. He was two years of age when his parents came to this country. Henry Shelley was married three times. His first wife was Miss Abagail Chaney the daughter of Charles Chaney of this county, one son Charles was born to them. The wife died and Mr. Shelley married Miss Mahala Mikle, a sister of Daniel Mikle. Their children were Abram, Louisa the wife of L. Leeth and three deceased. Mrs. Mahala Shelley died in 1866. In 1869, Julia Myton the daughter of Robert and Rhoda Homan Myton of German lineage became the third wife. Their children were Carrie who died in 1883, Emma born May 21, 1875 and wife of Isaac Body. Victoria born Sept. 5, 1877. Ada May born May 23, 1881 and wife of George Fugate, and Lucy born June 27, 1889.
In 1864, Henry Shelley enlisted in Company H, One Hundred Sixty-second Ohio Volunteer Infantry and served 100 days. He secured his honorable discharge. The family was highly-esteemed in the community. Mrs. Shelley died January 18, 1914. Mr. Shelley died March 8, 1904.
Victoria, born in France, March 20, 1831, became the wife of Hiram Northrup, of this family we will write later
Francis Shelley and Lucinda Myton a sister of the third wife of Henry Shelley were married in Allen county, Indiana, May 10, 1857. He was born in Richland county, Ohio, Feb. 7, 1837. She was born in Crawford county, Ohio, June 15, 1841. Their family are Mary J., born April 26, 1860, wife of Wm. Buerkle, Joseph F., born Dec. 28, 1865, Clarrissa A., born Aug. 30, 1869, wife of Fred White. Adalene was born Jan. 29, 1872, wife of Christ Peterson.
Francis Shelley served three years in the 68th Ohio during the Rebellion and was discharged at Savannah, Georgia. The home farm was across the road west of the Fred Wahl farm. Late in life Mr. Shelley bought the South Main street property of his brother-in-law Maurice Kelley. A few years ago he sold this and they moved to near Cincinnati. Mr. and Mrs. Shelley are still living. They were prominently identified with the United Brethren church.
Peter Shelley married Martha J. Payne in 1860. They had five sons and two daughters. We have no record of his death. Mrs. Shelley died June 23, 1917 at the age of 75 years at the home of her daughter Mrs. John H. Medsker of South Benton.
(Continued Next Week)

Peter married Nancy Chaney on 3 Nov 1862 in Paulding County, Ohio, United States. Nancy was born on 8 May 1843; died on 3 Dec 1912 in Antwerp, Paulding County, Ohio, United States. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Peter married Martha Jane Payne on 20 Nov 1864 in Paulding County, Ohio, United States. Martha was born on 16 Dec 1841 in Champaign County, Ohio, United States; died on 23 Jun 1917 in Paulding County, Ohio, United States; was buried on 25 Jun 1917 in Paulding County, Ohio, United States. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]