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Medical Professionals of Lawrence Co., Ohio Sharon M. Kouns

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These are my notes on the Medical Professionals of Lawrence County Ohio before Virginia

Bryant and I decided to put into book form. The book can be purchased at the Lawrence

Co. Museum, Ironton, Ohio. The book contains photos of many of these professionals.

MEDICAL PROFESSIONALS

Lawrence County, Ohio & Surrounding Areas

1817 - 1997

(Incomplete)

COMPILED BY: SHARON MILICH KOUNS

The old newspapers told of doctors, dentists, veterinarians, druggists, etc., far

and wide. This list is composed of mainly Lawrence County medical

professionals but is not limited to this county.

The Lawrence County Medical Society was organized in 1868 at a meeting held at the courthouse. The first officers were N. K. Moxley, president; W. F. Willson, vice-president; E. Arnold, secretary; Jonathan Morris, treasurer.

I. R. Sept. 30, 1875 - There will be about ten medical students from this county in the Miami Medical College, this winter. Among the number, we hear of Messrs. McDowell, Dunn, Ricketts, Wiseman and Fort.

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Ackison, Dr. Occupation: M. D.

Adams, Dr. E. E. Born: Died: Oct. 20, 1875 of heart disease, age 68 Death Notice: I.R. Oct. 28, 1875

Alban, Dr. D. R. Dr. Alban’s oldest child, a son of 2 years of age, died Monday. I.R. OCT. 17, 1895 I. R. (need date) - Occupation: Druggist. Born: 1837 Belmont County, Oh. and was 61 years old. He married in 1872 to Miss Sarah Cory, daughter of Dr. B. F. Cory. She died several years ago but two daughters and a son are left to mourn. Funeral occurred at the residence on Olive Street. Interment at Woodland.

I. R. April 9, 1903 - TO COLUMBUS - Dr. D. R. Alban Will Move - Sells to Dr.

O’Neill. - Dr. D. R. Alban, one of the leading physicians of this city, has decided to locate in Columbus, where he has quite extensive property interests, and will leave for the capital in the near future. He has disposed of his practice here to Dr. O. U. O’Neill of Marion, this county, who has also closed a deal for his residence and office property on South Third Street and will locate there. Dr. Alban expects to take up the practice of medicine in Columbus after taking a post-graduate course in one of the special


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branches. Ironton will regret to lose the citizenship of Dr. Alban and his estimable family, but extends a cordial welcome to his successor.

Alerding, Dr. Herbert, D. D. S. Occupation: Dentist

Allen, Dr. Occupation: Radiologist

Allen, Dr. Harry S. Occupation: M. D. in Ironton in the 1920’s.

Alstott, Dr. Ann Marting Occupation: M. D. Office: Marting Hospital, 311 S. 5

th Street, Ironton, Ohio. (1958)

IET Sunday, July 14, 1940 - Dr. Ann Marting Alstott and children are expected to return tonight from Lancaster, Ohio, where they have been guests of Mrs. W. F. Marting at the Camp Grounds, the past week.

Ironton Tribune, Sunday April 6, 1958 -(Picture) Dr. Ann Marting Alstott, 55, of 522 S. 5

th Street has been practicing in Ironton since 1928. She is the daughter of Dr.

and Mrs. William F. Marting, and a graduate of Ironton High School. Dr. Ann is a graduate of the University of Cincinnati, and interned at Cincinnati General Hospital. She is a member of the Ohio Academy of General Practice. Her hobbies are needlework and flower gardening. Virgil Alstott and Dr. Ann have four children: Barbara, 21; David, 19; Carolyn, 17, and Jacalyn, 9.

Arnold, Dr. Emil, Sr. Occupation: located in Ironton in 1865. His office was on 3

rd street just below

Lawrence. See Dr. Humphrey - I. R. April 25, 1901.

Arnold, Dr. Otto, D. D. S. Occupation: Dentist

I. R. Dec. 9, 1875 - Dr. Otto Arnold publishes his card as Surgeon Dentist in this week’s paper.

I.R. JUN. 23, 1887 - Drs. O. Arnold and E. Shields have formed a partnership for dental practice at Ironton. The firm will be Arnold & Shields. They have engaged rooms in Campbell’s block over Hill Bros.’ Store, and will start up next week. The firm, also, carries on the Columbus office and will alternate between the two offices. Dr. Shields is a young man of considerable experience in the business and is highly recommended.

I. R. Sept. 10, 1891 - Dr. O. Arnold, of Columbus, spent Sunday in Ironton.

I. R. April 9, 1903 - Dr. Arnold Dead - Word was received here last Thursday by Mr. Fred Johnston, announcing the death of his brother-in-law, Dr. Otto Arnold of Columbus, at 10? O’clock this morning after a long illness of lung trouble. The deceased was 45 (or 48) years of age and was a native of Ironton. He was one of the most successful dentists of this city until about fourteen years ago, when he located in Columbus. His success in his chosen profession is shown by the fact that he


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was president of the National Dental Association and until ill health compelled his retirement about a year ago, was Dean of the Dental College of Columbus. Dr. Arnold married Miss Jennie Johnston of this city, sister of Mr. Fred Johnston, Miss Emily Johnston and Mrs. Sadie Hough, now of Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio. Mrs. Arnold and one daughter, Mary Louise, aged 19 years, survive the deceased. Emil Arnold is a nephew of the deceased….

Ashworth, Dr. John S. Occupation: M. D.

Avalos, Dr. Rudolph Occupation: M. D.

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Baker, Dr. Bernard E., D. D. S. Occupation: Dentist

Baker, Dr. Carl T., D. V. M. Occupation: Veterinarian

Barger, Dr. J. W. Married: a daughter of Dr. J. W. Belcher Occupation: Was he a medical doctor at Crown City, Ohio

I. R. May 7, 1891 - Waterloo - Drs. Barger and Belcher spend their leisure time fishing. (same date - Waterloo) Dr. J. W. Barger is having a lively practice and making many friends daily.

Barnett, Dr. Robert W., Jr., D. D. S. Occupation: Dentist

Barton, Dr. Geo. A. Occupation: Physician, 720 Second Avenue, Advertisement I.R. Feb. 6, 1917.

Bazell, Dr. Ross Occupation: Physician Location: Rockcamp (1902)

Beach, Dr. Edgar R., D. D.S. Occupation: Dentist

Beggs, Dr. Occupation: Doctor at Proctorville, Lawrence Co., Ohio. The doctor was murdered in 1882 and the killer was hung by a mob early in the morning of Jan. 20, 1882 in the courthouse yard.

Belcher, Dr. J. W. - Physician in the 1880’s & 90’s. Occupation: Physician of Waterloo, Lawrence Co., Ohio for many years.

I. R. May 7, 1891 - Waterloo - Our old friend, Dr. Belcher, has returned. He occupies the Dr. Stone property. We all welcome him back as he has been away 11 years. His son Emmet, who has been teaching school at Texas Hollow, is also here.


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SWI. FEB. 23, 1909 - Died Feb. 21, Dr. J. W. Belcher, Lavina, MT, of lung trouble, age 69 years. For many years a prominent physician of Waterloo, he and his wife had moved to Montana some years ago, because of ill health. Four of their sons were living there. Dr. Belcher was born in VA and graduated medical college age 20. His wife and the following children survive: Floyd, Percy, Ralph and Herbert of Lavina, Mt.; Attorney C. E. Belcher of Columbus, Mrs. Dr. Barger of Crown City, Oh., and Mrs. Jessie Smith of IA.

Berry, Dr. A. F. Occupation: M. D.

Bhattacharyya, Dr. S. Occupation: M. D.

Bibee, Dr. George Occupation: Physician of Withita, Ks., then moved to Chicago, Ill.

I.R. FEB. 04, 1892 - Died of pneumonia, nephew of C. Alderman, studied medicine under Dr. D. C. Wilson . . . became prominent physician of Wichita, Ks., which city he left a few months ago to locate at Chicago. Parents lived at Letart . . . he was frequently in Ironton . . . He married sixteen months ago to a young lady of Decatur, Ill., and there his remains were buried.

Bigelow, Dr. G. W.

I. R. Jan. 9, 1902 - Dr. G. W. Bigelow, formerly of Greenfield, Mass., has assumed his new work with Dr. Merchant, with whom he is now associated.

Bing, Dr. J. P. Occupation: Doctor in Ironton in 1850. The first mention of a board of health was in 1852. Dr. J. P. Bing was the first health officer.

Blagg, Dr. Vallee W. (retired - living in Lawrence Co.) Occupation: M. D. Office: 1805 S. 4

th Street, Ironton, Ohio (1958).

Ironton Tribune, Sunday, April 6, 1958 - (Picture) - Dr. Vallee W. Blagg, 35, is the son of Mr. and Mrs. John Blagg. He is a native of Ironton and a graduate of Ironton High School. Dr. Blagg attended Marshall College, received his degree in medicine from the University of Louisville in 1946, and interned at General Hospital in Charleston. He began practicing here in 1948, but served in the U. S. Air Force from 1951 to 1953. Dr. Blagg specializes in internal medicine, training at veterans’ hospitals at Louisville and Long Beach, Cal. Dogs are his hobby. Dr. and Mrs. Blagg, the former Elizabeth Jane Ash, also from Ironton, reside at 1305 Park Drive.

Blankenship, Dr. J. M. Occupation: M. D. Office: 4

th and Center, Ironton, Ohio (1892)

Blazer, Dr. E. L.


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Occupation: Dentist at Proctorville.

I.R. Feb. 23, 1899 - Proctorville - We are glad to note that many persons who formerly passed to Huntington, W. Va., for dental work are now stopping with our own popular dentist Dr. E. L. Blazer.

I. R. Aug. 8, 1901 - Proctorville - Dr. E. L. Blazer and wife have returned from a week’s visit at Glenwood, W. Va.

Bradshaw, Dr. Occupation: M. D. at Getaway 1890’s.

I. R. Jan. 1, 1891 - Getaway - Dr. Bradshaw says the health of the people is unusually good.

Brammer, Dr. F. A., D. D. S. Occupation: Dentist

Bobbitt, Dr. D. S.

Occupation:

I.R. 08 FEB 1906 - Mrs. Caroline M. Smith, a former resident of Ironton and widow of the late Isaac Smith died in Indianapolis, Indiana on Jan. 22

nd. Funeral

occurred from the residence of Dr. D. S. Bobbitt on Harrison St. Interment at River Side cemetery. Deceased was the daughter of Jas. C. and Sarah F. Walter and a sister of Mrs. D. S. Bobbitt, Mrs. A. C. Smith, Mrs. Oliver Fry, C. L. Walter and Emma L. Walter of Indianapolis and C. E. Walter of Circleville, O. - Defiance News. Isaac S. Smith, spoken of above died in Ironton Nov. 24, 1891 and was buried at Woodland. He was a well known citizen here.

Boggess, Dr. C. W. Occupation: Dentist, 1890’s Waterloo

Booth, Dr. R. C. Occupation: Doctor in Chesapeake, Ohio around 1912

SWR, TUESDAY, JAN. 02, 1912 - Chesapeake - Dr. R. C. Booth was a professional caller in Huntington Friday.

Boss, Dr. Sheila Occupation: D. O.

Bradford, Dr. Will Occupation: Dentist

I.R. March 24, 1892 - Dr. Will Bradford who recently graduated at Cincinnati Dental College, will locate there and pursue his profession.

Briggs, Dr. Caleb Occupation: Physician and geologist. One of the founders of the city of Ironton. Dr. Briggs was from Massachusetts. He gave the city of Ironton a library fund. Briggs Lawrence Co. Public Library still in existence today.


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I. R. May 12, 1892 - The Industrial Edition of the Register will contain portraits of John Campbell and Dr. Caleb Briggs, the first President and Secretary of the Ohio Iron and Coal Co., which founded Ironton. Mr. Campbell’s picture is as he appeared three or four years ago, and Dr. Brigg’s is from a photograph taken about 1860. Dr. Briggs was a scholarly man, up to the times in science and literature. John Campbell took to him because he was a geologist, and knew pretty nearly as much about that subject as Mr. C. himself. The Doctor was Prof. Mather’s assistant in the first geological survey in ( can’t make out date - smk)

I. R. August 4, 1892 - OLD ACCOUNT BOOK - We have before us, the old account book of Dr. Caleb Briggs, started when he entered the practice of medicine, at Hanging Rock in 1848. The first charge is against Thos. Martin, made Apr. 2, 1848. Then follows entries against many well known names of the past: Jas. Rodgers, George Kelly, Henry Casey, S. C. Johnston, George Richey, James Sherman, Smith Ashcraft (consulting with Dr. Adams) Ab. Breeden, Lot Breeden, John Campbell, Andrew Hamilton, Saul Wood, Henry Blake, Hugh Crawford, Jas. Means, Geo. P. Rodgers, Squire Walters, John Kelly, Jno. G. Peebles (hired girl’s burnt foot), J. K. Smith, Robt. Wood, Paul Harger and others. There were about two entries a day. He charged 50cts for medicine and $ ____ a visit and medicine. There was no account over $6.00 in the whole book.

Bronson, Dr. C. C.

I.R. MAY 21, 1857 - Died in Ironton, May 15th, Melissa C. Bronson, wife of Dr. C.

C. Bronson, in the 30th year of her age.

Brown, Dr. I. N. Occupation: M. D. Office: South 6

th Street, Ironton, Ohio (1892).

Bundshush, Dr. Frank Occupation: M. D. Office: Front St., between Washington and Adams (1882). Office: 110 S. Second St., Ironton, Ohio (1892)

Burcham, Dr. Occupation: M. D.

I.R. Feb. 11, 1892 - Drs. Burns, Burcham and Williams performed a surgical operation last week on Esq. El. Brammer, of McKinney Creek, for gravel. The patient is much better at last accounts.

Burgess, Dr. William M. Occupation: M. D.

I. R. Feb. 23, 1899 - Dr. Burgess of Portsmouth and Miss Katie Bay left Saturday for Gallia Co., to attend an anniversary held at the home of the Doctor’s sister. (not sure if same as Dr. W. M. Burgess - smk)

Burnett, Dr.

Occupation:


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I.R. JUL. 05, 1900 - John Thomas Irwin of f Camargo, Douglas county, Illinois. He was born in Lawrence County, Ohio on May 25?, 1824 being 76 years and 14 days old. He died June 10, 1900. He married Letta W. Wiseman in 1845. They had 8 children, four preceded them in death. Those surviving were: W. T., Hattie I. who married Dr. Burnett, Louis K. and Ida M. who married C. B. Hammett. He was a CIVIL WAR VETERAN.

Burns, Dr. A. C. Occupation: M. D.

I.R. MAY 1, 1879 - Slander Suit - Dr. A. C. Burns has filed his petition in the Common Pleas Court against Mrs. Jane Booth, claiming $5,000 damages for alleged slander. It is charged, in substance, in the petition that Mrs. Booth said that Dr. Burns had killed Mrs. Duty and the child of John Dowlin by unskillful treatment. This remark, the petitioner claims, has damaged his professional reputation $5,000. Mrs. Booth enters a general denial of the declaration in the petition. All the parties live at or near Getaway.

I.R. Sept. 6, 1888 - PILGRIM NOTES - … Dr. Burns has built a barn 30 x 50 feet, with basement for stable. The Doctor understands farming as well as medicine; has a fine Grey Eagle colt, as spotted as a piece of calico, and is large and well built; reports corn good on his farm, and wheat an average; says health of the surrounding country not good; typhoid fever and flux principal sickness.


I.R. March 3, 1892 - Dr. A. C. Burns, of Russells Place, is contemplating the erection of a new dwelling house in the city of Huntington, W. Va., and __ in the city viewing some of our new buildings.

Burr, Rev. Dr. of Portsmouth Was he a medical doctor?

I.R. OCT. 02, 1856 - Died on Sept. 21st inst., in Delaware, while on a visit to her

friends, in that place, Anna Howard Burr, daughter of Rev. Dr. Burr, of Portsmouth.

Burton, Dr. Cosper Occupation: M. D. in Ironton in 1920’s.

Byers, Dr. Never practiced in Lawrence County.

I.R. Jan. 27, 1887 - Dr. Byers, the Secretary of the State Board of Charities, says he is going to protest against the new jail. He is opposed to the internal arrangements.

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Campbell, Dr. Chester Occupation:

I. R. March 3, 1887 - Dr. Chester Campbell and Van Dupuy are home from Medical college.


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Campbell, Dr. Frank Married: Ethyl Williams of Burlington in 1896. Occupation: Doctor at Burlington, Ohio for a number of years. Located in Ironton in the 1920’s. His father was William A. Campbell who died in March 1931 at age 90y5m6d. Dr. Campbell's sister was Mrs. John Bailey Dr. Campbell's brothers: George and Edward Campbell, both of Cleveland.

I.R. JUL. 23, 1896 - Wedding - This Wednesday night - Dr. Frank Campbell and Miss Ethyl Williams, of Burlington, will be married at the bride’s home, Rev. Hass officiating.

CAMPBELL, WILLIAM A. - IST MAR. 15, 1931 -One of the oldest residents of this county died Saturday at the home of his daughter, Mrs. John Bailey of Burlington. He was 90 years 5 months and 6 days old. He was born on the Campbell farm near Burlington and the greater part of his life was spent there. He was a retired farmer but was likewise a prominent democrat in his younger days. He served a term as Clerk of Courts more than half a century ago. Four children survive: Mrs. Bailey of Burlington; Dr. F. D. Campbell of this city; and George and Edward Campbell, both of Cleveland. Burial at Woodland cemetery.

Campbell, Winifred P.

Occupation: Chiropractor, 436 Third St., Telephone 303-B.

Advertisement: I.R. Tuesday, Feb. 6, 1917.

Canos, Portia

Occupation: M. D. Ironton

Canos, Rudolpho

Occupation: M. D. Ironton.

Canterbury, Dr. M.

Occupation: Physician and Surgeon, Burlington, Ohio, 1850’s.

I. R. Sept. 9, 1852 - Advertisement: Dr. M. Canterbury, Physician and Surgeon. Having permanently located himself in the town of Burlington, offers his professional services to the citizens of Burlington and outlying (?) country. Burlington, Aug. 12, 1852.

Carter, Dr. D. P.

I.R. JAN. 13, 1887 - Lieut. O. M. Carter, of Savannah, Ga., and Dr. D. P. Carter, of St. Johnsville, NY, were called home last week by the death of their sister, Mrs. John Lucas, who died Jan. 2

nd. She was the only daughter of R. T. and Lucinda Carter, and

was the idol of the whole family.

Cartmell, Dr. S. M.

I.R. MAY 13, 1866 -Mrs. Jane Taylor Lee, relict of Edward P. Lee, died suddenly of apoplexy at her home near this city Wednesday last. Her daughter found her body in


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bed. She was a widow and the second of seven sisters, and the first of them to die. She was a sister of Mrs. W. H. Wadsworth, Sr. and Mrs. Dr. S. M. Cartmell of this city, and was about 70 years old.

Casey, Dr. Chester A. Occupation: M. D. in Ironton in the 1920’s. Office: 3

rd and Madison, Ironton, Ohio (1958)

Ironton Tribune, Sunday, April 6, 1958 - (Picture) - Dr. Chester A. Casey, 1021 Kemp Avenue, began practice in 1924. He was born in Lawrence County, near New Richland, the son of Mr. and Mrs. John Casey. After graduation from Ironton High School, he trained at Ohio State University, and received his medical degree from Tufts University Medical School, Boston. Before coming to Ironton, Dr. Casey was resident at Massachusetts Memorial Hospital, Boston; General Hospital, Lawrence, Mass.; Delaware Hospital in Wilmington, and was also associated for a time with the Manhattan Maternity Dispensary, New York City. Dr. Casey was in military service in 1918, and later at Parker Hill Hospital, Boston, before returning to Ironton. He is in general practice with offices at 3

rd and Madison. Dr. Casey enjoys

working with flowers and shrubbery around his home.

Cawood, Dr. Occupation: Radiologist

Chestnut, Dr. P. S., D. D. S. Occupation: Dentist

Cole, Dr. Alfred Occupation: M. D.

Coleman, Dr. D. C. Occupation: M. D. Listed in the 1914 Ironton City Directory.

Cook, Dr. Timothy Occupation: M. D.

Cory, Dr. Benjamin F. Occupation: Physician Office: Corner of Third and Centre Streets, Ironton, Ohio (adv. I.R. Sept. 7, 1854)

I. R. April 26, 1860 - On motion of John K. Smith, B. F. Cory and Jonathan Morris were appointed a Board of Health for the ensuing year.

I.R. Feb. 24, 1870 - ICE FOR SUMMER - The past few days of cold weather has afforded an opportunity to the ice dealers, to fill their ice houses. … Dr. Cory has got in a good supply…

IWR, July 3, 1897 - Mr. A. J. Cory, son of Dr. B. F. Cory, is here visiting his father and other relatives. He is employed in the postoffice department at Washington.


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I.R. FEB. 02, 1905 - Mrs. D. H. Thomas received a telegram announcing the death of her grandfather, Dr. Cory, who in late years has been making his home with his son, Azro, at Temple Park, Washington. During the war Dr. Cory was provost marshal here. He was born in Western Pennsylvania, Jan. 9, 1820. He came to this county in 1842 and taught school at Burlington, and later at Sand Fork, in Mason Township. He then returned to Pennsylvania and stayed several years. Early in the 50’s he returned to Mason Tp., where he married Miss Susan Lunsford. He came to Ironton soon afterward and embarked in the newspaper business and edited the “Spirit of the Times,” for a short time. He served as city postmaster under President Buchanan. Civil War veteran. Attempt made on his life .... At the close of the war Dr. Cory resumed the practice of medicine...Later he went to Florida...returned to Ironton and lived with his son-in-law and daughter, Mr. And Mrs. James Warfield. In the mean time his wife died and that of a daughter, Sarah, wife of T. B. Ball died. At the death of Mr. And Mrs. Warfield which followed quickly one upon the other, he removed to Takoma Park, a suburb of Washington, D. C. the home of his son. He laid out Old Maidsville and Coryville, was in every way a prominent citizen.

Courtney, Dr. B. G. Occupation: M. D.

I. R. August 4, 1887 - Died - July 27, infant child of Dr. Courtney.

Cox, Dr. Jesse, D. D. S. Occupation: Dentist

Crawford, Dr. J. N. W. Occupation: M. D.

I.R. JUL. 09, 1903 - PIONEER IRON MASTER DIED LAST SUNDAY -George Crawford, father of ex-mayor George W. and Dr. J. N. W. Crawford, died Sunday at the home of his brother, Andrew J. Crawford, of Scioto furnace. Mr. Crawford was born in Ireland, county Tyrone, in 1819 being 64 years old. He came to this county with his parents in 1840, settling at Manchester, Adams county, later moving to West Union. Educated in Ireland. . . .Married in 1849 to Mary Young Glidden, daughter of Samuel Mills Glidden. She died in 1891. The children surviving are: Mrs. Dr. Dwight, ex-Mayor George W. and Dr. J. N. Crawford, the latter is now in Germany. Samuel Crawford of the Norfolk & Western offices is a nephew. His father, John Crawford, of West Union, and G. N. Crawford, a nephew of West Union, came to this city Monday to attend the funeral. Mrs. Georgia Merrick is a granddaughter of the deceased. Ex-Mayor George W. Crawford, one of his sons, is in the Tranaval, South Africa. Mrs. W. O. Feurt of Clay township is a niece. Funeral at Scioto furnace, interment in Greenlawn cemetery.

Crowe, Dr. Charles Proctor, D. D. S. Occupation: Dentist

Crowe, Dr. David T., D. D. S. Occupation: Dentist

Crowe, Dr. Frank W. Occupation: M. D.


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Culbertson, Dr. A. Never practiced in Lawrence County.

I. R. November 23, 1854 - Married in Chillicothe, on the 16th inst., Dr. A.

Culbertson, of Zanesville to Miss M. Louise Safford, of Parkersburgh, Va.

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Darlington, Dr. James, D. D. S. Occupation: Dentist

Davidson, Dr. T. F. Occupation: Physician and Surgeon. Portsmouth & Cincinnati.

I.R. MAR. 30, 1905 - Dr. T. F. Davidson died at his home in Columbus Wednesday evening at 7:45. His death was not unexpected, as he has been in very poor health for some months past. Dr. Davidson was well known in Portsmouth, where he lived for many years previous to moving to Columbus, where he was engaged in hospital work. He was born in Greenup county, Ky., September 4, 1845. In 1864 he took a course at the Cincinnati College of Medicine and Surgery. He was married to Anne E. Ware/Ward?, and she with the following children survive: Samuel, of Columbus, William H., Mrs. Carrie Krick, all of Portsmouth, Asbury, Theodore, Reed and Herbert. The doctor lived a short time at Quincy, Ky., and in the winter of 1869 too another course of lectures. Then he moved to this city and practiced his profession. In 1877 he was appointed city physician of the Board of Health. Dr. Davidson always proved himself an upright and public spirited citizen. In his calling he was attentive to the rich and poor alike and his name will stand fair and high as an able practitioner and a progressive citizen. - Portsmouth Times. Prof. Davidson, of this city (Ironton), is a son of the deceased and Miss Davidson of the Russell Schools, is a sister, both of whom are in Columbus attending the funeral.

Davis, Dr. Gilman R. Occupation:

IWR, SATURDAY, JULY 10, 1897 - Dr. Gilman R. Davis, for coroner, “did not expend any money or other thing of value.” (In re: expenses for electioneering)

I.R. APR. 27, 1899 - Mrs. Nancy Wilson Davis, mother of Dr. G. R. Davis of Ironton, died at her home on Mt. Auburn, Cincinnati, Tuesday. Her age was 77. She was one of the oldest residents of that locality. Dr. and Mrs. Davis were at her bedside.

Davis, Dr. John D., D. D. S. Occupation: Dentist

Davis, Dr. Moses W. Occupation: Named coroner of Lawrence Co. in 1862.

Davisson, Dr. Hugh Occupation: Dentist

I.R. Feb. 11, 1892 - Harry Jenkins and Hugh Davisson have rented the corner room over Small’s dry goods store, for a dental office. It is a beautiful place for an office.


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Day, Dr. G. F. Occupation: M. D.

I. R. Jan. 6, 1887 - Dr. Day has been chosen physician of the Children’s Home.

I. R. March 3, 1887 - Dr. Day went to Cincinnati last Monday to attend a reunion of the Alumni of the Pulte Homeopathic College. A part of the reunion programme was a fine banquet at the Gibson House.

I.R. Feb. 23, 1888 - Dr. Day will be home the latter part of this week. He has been with his father who has been seriously afflicted with the typhoid fever, at Bellaire.

Dight, Mrs. Dr. Mary A. G.

Occupation: Physician.

I.R. Sept. 22, 1892 - Mrs. Dight, M. D., of Portsmouth, visits Ironton every Friday, and she is much encouraged by the excellent patronage she receives. She is an estimable lady and a skillful physician.

I. R. Nov. 10, 1892 - Advertisement: Mrs. Mary A. G. Dight, M. D., Specialist in Diseases of Women and Children. Doctor Dight is a graduate of the Regular Department of Medicine and Surgery, University Michigan and of the Homeopathic school of Medicine, of the University of Minnesota and is also a licentiate of the Minnesota State Medical Examining Board. She has had the superior advantages of a long experience in the best European hospitals with leading specialists and has for years made diseases of women and children her specialty. She will visit Ironton every Tuesday and Friday. Consul with her at the new Ironton House from 8 a.m. to ___ p.m.

Dilatush, Dr. Harry Occupation: Veterinary Surgeon

I. R. March 3, 1887 - Dr. Dilatush took a business trip to Lebanon Monday.

I. R. April 14, 1887 - Dr. Harry Dilatush, the veterinary surgeon, has moved to Middletown.

Dillon, Dr. Leland Occupation: M. D. at Chesapeake, Lawrence County, Ohio 1938 - 1958+

Ironton Tribune, Sunday, April 6, 1958 - (Picture) - Dr. Leland S. Dillon, 55, of Chesapeake, is a native of Proctorville. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. V. F. Dillon, and taught school for a number of years before entering medicine. Dr. Dillon is graduate of South Point High School and earned and A. B. at Rio Grande before receiving his medical education at Ohio State University. He interned at St. Mary’s Hospital, Huntington, and practiced around the coal fields at Powellton, W. Va., before locating here in 1938. Dr. Dillon married Louise Darling of Proctorville, and they have one daughter, Jacqueline, 27. His home and office are in Chesapeake.

Dodston, Dr. A. Occupation: M. D.

Dole, Dr. John A. Jr. Occupation: Ophthalmologist Office: 513 Neal Avenue, Ironton, Ohio.


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Ironton Tribune, Sunday, April 6, 1958 - (Picture) - Dr. John A. Dole, Jr., 44, is a native of Oak Hill, O. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. John Dole, Sr., and attended Ironton High School. Dr. Dole attended Rio Grande College, and Ohio State University, receiving his degree in medicine from OSU in 1938. He interned at St. Francis Hospital, Columbus. Dr. Dole began practicing here in 1947. He served with the U. S. Army from 1941 until 1946. Post-graduate work at Washington University, St. Louis, Mo., and University Hospital, Columbus, enabled him to practice as an eye, ear, nose and throat specialist. Dr. Dole was licensed by the American Board of Ophthalmology in October, 1957. Dr. and Mrs. Dole, the former Jane Jones of Coal Grove, have two sons, John III, 10, and William Melville, 7. The doctor’s hobby is photography. He has his office at 513 Neal, and the family resides at 1824 S. 6

th.

Dorado, Ludivina Occupation: M. D. Ironton.

Dorsey, Dr. Geo. M. Occupation: homeopathic physician.

I.R. June 28, 1860 - Dr. Geo. M. Dorsey has located in town (Ironton) as a homeopathic physician, office over Exchange Bank - see card in another column.

Dunbar, Dr. T. J. Occupation: M. D. Office: Second near Center, Ironton, Ohio (1892).

Dunn, Dr. O. B. Occupation: M. D. Office: Railroad Street, Ironton, Ohio (1892). Office: Railroad St., between 4

th and 5

th, Ironton, Ohio (1882)

Listed in city directory in 1902.

I.R. July 13, 1899 - Scott Hunter is remodeling for Dr. Dunn the business property on the south corner of Railroad and Fourth st., will be transformed into a dry goods store.

Dupuy, Dr. Elbert S.

Occupation:

I. R. June 18, 1903 - Son of Mr. and Mrs. J. N. Dupuy of Railroad street, and his bride, nee Miss Lillian Dixon, of McDonald, W. Va., are here visiting the groom’s parents. Dr. Dupuy and Miss Dixon were united in marriage Wednesday, June 10, at the home of the bride’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Dixon, the former president of the McDonald Coal & Coke Company. Ceremony performed by Rev. Mr. Martin.

Dupuy, Dr. T. Van Occupation: M. D. Listed in the 1914 Ironton City Directory.

I. R. March 3, 1887 - Dr. Chester Campbell and Van Dupuy are home from Medical college.


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I.R. Mar. 24, 1892 - Among the remote effects of the late political cyclone in this state, is the retiring of Dr. Van Dupuy from his position as physician of the Xenia Home. He is superseded by Dr. A. P. Messenger, of Wellston. The Xenia Gazette speaks of Dr. Dupuy’s connection with the home as efficient and honorable. He performed his duties perfectly and won the esteem of all by his courteous and high - minded demeanor.

I.R. Dec. 22, 1898 - Dr. Van Dupuy has been operated on for appendicitis and is getting along well.

Dyer, Harold L. Occupation: D. O. formerly in Ironton.

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Eakins, Dr. F. R.

I.R. JAN. 30, 1879 - Formerly of Etna Furnace died at Macon, Ill. last ? Remains

brought to Powellsville. (check out in obits for name)

I.R. March 24, 1892 - Dr. Eakins, Gallia county’s handsome Representative, spent last Sunday in town, visiting his mother and sister. Mrs. Eakins was with him.

Eakman, Dr. W. S. Occupation: M. D. Office: South 3

rd St., Ironton, Ohio (1892).

Listed in city directory in 1902.

I. R. ?, During 1887, Dr. W. Eakman, of Pedro, moved to Ironton. He was a member of the city school board when the high school was erected in 1921.

I.R. OCT. 08, 1891 - William S. Davis, father of Mrs. Dr. Eakman, died last Monday at the residence of his daughter, which he had made his home for the last six years. He was 81 years old. Funeral took place at his old home in Wheelersburg. MOULDER in the IRON furnaces.

Eaton, Dr. W. O.

Occupation: M. D. at Proctorville

I.R. Nov. 26, 1908 - Dr. and Mrs. W. O. Eaton of Ashland, were the guests of their sister, Mrs. B. F. Forgey, today.

I.R. MAY 02, 1931 - Mrs. Henry F. Price of Catlettsburg, received a telegram this morning announcing the death of her aunt, Mrs. Alice Eaton Scoville at Shreveport, La. Her nephew, attorney J. F. Eaton of Huntington left this morning for Shreveport and will accompany the body back to the old home at Proctorville, Ohio, where interment will be made. Mrs. Scoville was a cousin of Dr. W. O. Eaton and Mrs. B. F. Forgey of this city and an aunt of Mrs. Harry Price of Catlettsburg. Her husband, Capt. Mat Scoville, deceased resided in Ashland many years ago.

I.R. JUN. 04, 1949 - Lorenzo Dow Eaton, 87 years old, of Proctorville, died yesterday morning in a Huntington nursing home where he had been ill several weeks. Mr. Eaton was a well known horticulturist and a lifelong resident of Lawrence county. He taught in the county schools many years ago. His wife, Minnie Bay Eaton, died


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several years ago. She was a daughter of the late Capt. George Bay of Proctorville and Huntington. Since the death of his wife, Mr. Eaton has resided with his granddaughter, Mrs. Amelia Eaton Adkins and family. Survivors include a son, George D. Eaton, of Fort Lauderdale, Fla., two half-sisters, Mrs. Emma Robinson of Proctorville and Mrs. Ben Forgey of Ashland, and a brother, Dr. W. O. Eaton of Proctorville. One son, Julian, died many years ago. Burial in Woodland cemetery.

Egerton, Dr. I. R. Dec. 9, 1875 - Dr. Egerton has been appointed Infirmary Director in place of J. H. McGee, resigned. The appointment is an excellent one.

Ellison, Dr. Oscar Occupation: M. D. Office: Second and Vernon, Ironton, Ohio (1892)

I. R. Oct. 27, 1887 - Dr. Ellison has fitted up a business house at the rear of his drugstore, which P. Constable will occupy. (which Dr. Ellison…smk)

I. R. July 23, 1891 - A Change. - Dr. O. Ellison, who has served for two years on the Pension Medical Board of this county, retires from the position and Dr. J. F. White has been appointed in his place. (Need to verify which Dr. O. this is…smk)

(No Date on paper) - Dr. Ellison’s father died last Monday at Jackson, MI, his home. The Doctor was there two weeks ago . . .

I.R. NOV. 03, 1887 - Dr. Ellison buried his mother at Jackson, Mich., last week.

Ellison, Dr. - copy Personal Adventure - I.R. Jan. 1, 1880 front page

ELLISON, RICHARD NEED TO LOOK UP d. August 1881

Two year old son of Dr. and Mrs. Ellison - an article in the I.R. May 10, 1883 describes monument to him.

Ellison, Dr. Owen Occupation: M. D.

I.R. SEPT. 21, 1865 - Married at the residence of Mr. D. W. Richards, on the 4th

inst., by Rev. J. H. Young, Dr. Owen Ellison, of Michigan, and Miss Mary Davis of Ironton.

Ellsworth, Dr. Occupation: M. D. Greasy Ridge, Lawrence Co., Ohio.

I.R. Jan. 1, 1880 - Dr. Ellsworth passed through here for Columbus, last Thursday. He looked like a statesman all over.

I. R. July 14, 1887 - (Greasy Ridge) The veteran Dr. Ellsworth was introduced. The Doctor did himself great credit by his fine effort. There is no one in our community that is not proud of having such a grand, good citizen as the Doctor amongst them.

Ellsworth, Dr. E. E. Occupation: M. D.

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I. R. Dec. 17, 1896 - Dr. E. E. Elsworth, an old Lawrence county boy, has been down with diphtheria the past week, and his home at Northup, Gallia county, has been quarantined.

Evans, Dr. Joseph Occupation:

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Fairchild, Dr. Kenneth D., D. D. S. Occupation: Dentist

Farhat, Dr. Gary Occupation: M. D.

Ferguson, Dr. N. B. Occupation: M. D. Office: 120 Railroad Street, Ironton, Ohio (1892)

Feuchter, Dr. Carl E., D. D. S. Occupation: Dentist

Feurt, Dr. Wm. H. Occupation: M. D. at Millersport and Proctorville.

I.R. NOV. 29, 1877 - Quaker Bottom Notes - Thanksgiving will be observed at Rome in the evening, by the marriage of Dr. Feurt, of Millersport, and Miss Ida Morrison, daughter of L. D. Morrison.

I. R. March 8, 1888 - Dr. W. H. Feurt moved to Huntsville, Ala., this week. He took with him several fine horses, and will combine medicine and live stock in his new home.

Finch, Dr. C. M. Occupation: Physician at Portsmouth.

I.R. JUN. 25, 1857 - Married on the 18th inst., at Wheelersburgh, Dr. C. M. Finch

and Miss Mary Emma Bruner, of that place.

I.R. MAR. 26, 1891 - Dr. C. M. Finch, the well known physician of Portsmouth died last Thursday morning. He came to Ohio in 1856, first locating in Ironton. He remained here only a few months; then moved to Wheelerburg, and thence to Portsmouth. He was Superintendent of the Athens Insane Asylum in 1884-6.

I.R. MAR. 26, 1891 - Mrs. H. E. Norton attended the funeral of Dr. Finch at Portsmouth last Sunday.

Finley, Dr. Joseph E., D. D. S. Occupation: Dentist

Fleites, Dr. Jose O. Occupation: M. D.

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Occupation: Dentist

Forsyth, Dr. Mary J. Occupation: Teacher and physician.

I.R. Jan. 24, 1878 - The Detroit papers of January 8th, in publishing a statement

of the work of the Woman’s Hospital and Foundling’s Home, make a very honorable allusion to Dr. Mary Forsyth, formerly a teacher in the Ironton schools. The report says: As shown by the physician’s report, 258 women and children have been cared for during the past year. Of this number 130 were adults and 128 infants, the total being larger than that of any previous year. Of the adult patients, 4 have died - one with heart disease, both complaints being of long standing and incurable. Only one maternity patient and 24 children have died during the year, thus making the whole death rate less than 11 per cent. This, I think, is much lower than that of any hospital in the United States; and an eminent Indiana physician said that he thought that the facts should be published in the United States Hospital Report, as he knew of nothing that could compare with them. That the result is due to the skill and care of the physician in charge, Dr. M. J. Forsyth, there can be no doubt. Over 50 women have taken their infants out with them.

Franz, Dr. Jesse A. Occupation: M. D.

Freed, Dr. Glen L., D. D. S. Occupation: Dentist Advertisement: Feb. 28?, 1938? - 828 ½ Center St., Phone 1507.

French, Dr. William A. Occupation: M. D. Office: 622 Washington St., Ironton, Ohio.

Ironton Tribune, Sunday, April 6, 1958 - (Picture) - Dr. William A. French, 58, of 410 S. 7

th, began his practice here in 1934. He was born in the British West Indies

but attended Central High School in Cleveland. Dr. French attended Cleveland’s Western Reserve University, and received his degree in medicine from Howard University, Washington, D. C. He interned at Lincoln Hospital in Durham, N. C., and since then has regularly attended interstate post-graduate medical assemblies. Dr. French is in general practice, with offices at 622 Washington. Dr. and Mrs. French, the former Juanita Pearson of Tuskeegee, Ala., have one son, Phillip, 16. Photography is the doctor’s hobby.

Friedel, Dr. Occupation:

CALDWELL, JOHN F.-----SWR. JAN. 08, 1920 - Died Jan. 06, 1920 Hanging Rock, OH of infirmities of old age, age 88 years. He was a PIONEER settler of Hanging Rock and for many years engaged in furnace work. He was a VETERAN of the civil war, a member of Co. I, 2

nd KY Cav., and a member of the D. Lambert post G.A.R. He

was survived by three daughters, Mrs. A. C. Rutledge of Portsmouth, Mrs. Charles Kemp of Miamisburg, Oh., and Mrs. Friedel, wife of Dr. Friedel of Memphis, TN.

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Gallagher, Dr. Charles H. Occupation: M. D. Office: 914 S. 3

rd St., Ironton, Ohio.

Ironton Tribune, Sunday, April 6, 1958 - (Picture) - Dr. Charles H. Gallagher, 56, is the son of Dr. and Mrs. Cornelius Gallagher. He was born at Pine Grove and attended Ironton and St. Joseph High Schools. He attended Notre Dame University, and received his degree in medicine from the St. Louis University of Medicine, St. Louis, Mo. He interned at New St. Mary’s Hospital in St. Louis. Dr. Gallagher has been in general practice here since 1929. He is married to the former Audrey Dickens, and has his home and office at 914 S. 3

rd. Dr. Gallagher enjoys fishing and rose gardening.

Gallagher, Dr. Cornelius Occupation: Physician of Lawrence county. Listed in Ironton City Directory in 1902.

No Date ? - Physician of Lawrence county, died at his home at Third and Oak streets, this morning. Dr. Gallagher was born October 12, 1865?, at Center, this county, a son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Gallagher. Attended Miami University. He was united in marriage to Elizabeth Goldcamp of Goldcamp station on September 13, 1897. Ten children were born to them, two having preceded the father in death. Dr. G’s parents also preceded him in death but his widow, eight children; Dr. Charles Gallagher of St. Louis, Mo., Genevieve ____rry, John, Elizabeth, Rose, Conelius, Jr. And Mary, two adopted children, Edward Gallagher of Low Moor, Va., and Mrs. Malone Gorman of this city, one brother, James Gallagher and one sister, Mrs. Edward Burke, are bereaved. Three sisters, Mrs. Ella Roth, Mrs. Mary Dearford and Mrs. Nan Gallagher, preceded him in death as did two daughters, Alice and Imeda

Gates, Dr. J. P. Occupation:

I.R. November 24, 1892 - So Dr. Gates is done for at last.

I.R. November 24, 1892 - Clerk Sayre has been requested by an attorney in the case against the slayer of Dr. Gates, in California, to send copies of the indictments against Gates in this county. He sent them on last Monday.

Geswein, Dr. Gerard C. Occupation: M. D. Office: 1626 S. 6

th Street, Ironton, Ohio.

Ironton Tribune, Sunday, April 6, 1958 (Picture) - Dr. Gerard C. Geswein, 37, of 2414 S. 4

th, was born in Ironton but practiced in Dayton for a time before returning

here in 1955. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Geswein and is a graduate of St. Joseph High School. Dr. Geswein received his medical education at the University of Cincinnati, and interned at St. Elizabeth’s Hospital in Dayton. Dr. Geswein served with the U. S. Navy from 1939 until 1945. Dr. and Mrs. Geswein, the former Jane Herr, of Marion, O., have three children: Daniel, 11; Gary Michael, 4 ½; and Janice Marie, 2. Dr. Geswein has offices at 1626 S. 6

th. He is an avid baseball fan.

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I.R. FEB. 18, 1892 - Died at Oxmoor, Alabama, on the 9th inst., Mrs. Metta

Bruce, wife of Lindsey Bruce and daughter of Dr. W. Gills. She moved from this county to Alabama about 10 years ago. She left husband and 4 children to mourn for her.

I. R. MARCH 31, 1892 - The question of a change in the county road from Dr. Gills’ to Dr. Shattuck’s, at Coal Grove, is agitating the good people and the City Council of Coal Grove.

Gould, Dr.

Occupation: M. D.

I.R. MAY 1, 1879 - Dr. Gould and sons Charles and Eddie, of Sheridan, were in town Tuesday.

Ironton Weekly Republican, April 01, 1893 - Dr. E. P. Gould, of Sheridan, is in the city today. He says in regard to the work of opening up the Sheridan mines that little can be done until the N. & W. puts in the side tracks which the Sheridan Co. ask for. The N. & W. officials were looking over the ground yesterday.

GRAY & POLLACK Occupation: Dentists

Gray, Dr. C. G. Occupation: M. D. Office: Third and Chestnut, Ironton, Ohio (1892)

Had a sanitarium at Hanging Rock, Ohio ..circa 1895

I. R. Jan. 18, 1866 - MARRIED - In Ironton, by Rev. B. F. Ashley, Mr. Clinton G. Gray and Miss Ida L. R. Feurt.

I. R. Jan. 14, 1886 - Dr. Gray’s family packed up last Saturday to move to Gallia Furnace, and are yet waiting wearily among their store boxes for the arrival of the N. G.

I.R. JAN. 20, 1887 - Dr. C. G. Gray intends to move back to Ironton this week.

I.R. Feb. 18, 1892 - APPOINTED. - Dr. C. G. Gray has been appointed Medical Pension Examiner in place of Dr. J. F. White, deceased. Dr. Gray is a capable physician, has had experience in the office and will make an acceptable and efficient examiner.

I.R. July 28, 1892 - Dr. C. G. Gray and S. G. Gilfillan have gone up the lakes as the guests of Pierce McKinney, of a Cleveland ore firm. They will go over the lake on an ore freighter, and expect to be gone three weeks.

I.R. Aug. 11, 1892 - Dr. Gray and S. G. Gilfillan have returned from their trip up the lakes, and now all business in town suspends, while they relate the joys of their trip. They speak in unbounded praise of the officers of the Bulgaria, who so kindly entertained them, and of the glories of that region, which are too magnificent to describe. They were on the lake eleven days, most of the time out of sight of land.

I. R. Oct. 19, 1893 - Dr. Gray is having the Means homestead above Hanging Rock, which he purchased, put in fine order. He proposes to restore it to its former elegance as nearly as possible. Painters, bricklayers, plasterers, paper hangers, and carpenters are at work. The walls will receive over 400 bolts of paper. The doctor expects to be living there in a few weeks. It will be a thirteen minute drive to his store.


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IWR JAN. 02, 1897 - Mrs. Elizabeth Gray, widow of John R. Gray and mother of Dr. C. G. Gray, died Sunday at the home of her son, the doctor, and family with whom she resided at the Sanitarium near Hanging Rock. She was in the 87

th year of her age.

Interment at Kelly’s Mills, this county, where the deceased was laid to rest beside her husband and a daughter who had preceded her to the great beyond.

I. R. July 22, 1897 - The paving of the river front at Dr. Gray’s sanitarium is well advanced. It is 200 feet long up and down the river immediately in front of his house by 140 feet up and down the bank. The slope is gentle enough to drive over, and there will be wing walls besides. Mr. Francisco is doing the stone paving at a cost of $800. In addition, large amounts of cinder are being hauled from Hamilton furnace and dumped over the bank. Dr. Gray is determined to save his fine river front.

I. R. Oct. 11, 1900 - While responding to a professional call at about 9 o’clock Monday night, Dr. C. G. Gray suffered a very serious accident. He was driving on North Second street between the Eagle and Belfont mills, when he met a freight train, and in turning out from it he drove over a pile of iron upsetting his buggy. He was thrown violently out, striking on his hip on the firebrick street, severely bruising his leg and injuring his sciatic nerve. Two men who were riding on the train witnessed the accident and ran to his assistance. He was helped into his buggy and proceeded to his home at Gray Gables, where he will be confined for some days.

I. R. August 13, 1903 - GRAY GABLES - To Be Used Exclusively as a Sanitarium. - Dr. C. G. Gray has closed a deal with John Rist for the latter’s property at Third and Quincy streets, comprising half a square, the consideration being $5000. It is Dr. Gray’s intentions to remodel the residence on the property and move his family there from Gray Gables, his home at Hanging Rock, and he expects to make the change some time this month. The change is with a view of carrying out plans that Dr. Gray has had in contemplation for some time. He will enlarge Gray Gables and use it exclusively as a sanitarium, putting in a housekeeper, matron, a complete corps of nurses and an ambulance. The executive department of the sanitarium will be in charge of Dr. Gray’s son, Dr. Dan F. Gray, who returned the first of the week after taking a year’s post-graduate course under the tutelage of the finest physicians and surgeons in England. He is eminently equipped for the work, and in association with his father, one of the old practitioners of the section, should make Gray Gables one of the leading sanitariums in the Middle West.

SWI Sept. 9, 1912 - GRAY GABLES, JULY FOURTH - Gray Gables is fast becoming the popular summer resort of this section of the country. …. Present occupants Mr. and Mrs. T. B. Winters and Mrs. Mary E. Williams and their families, who have so generously thrown their home and grounds open for the pleasure of their guests……

Gray, Dr. Dan Occupation: M. D. Listed in Ironton City Directory in 1902.

I.R. MAY 22, 1890 - Dan Gray, son of Dr. Gray - struck by lightning.

SWR Feb. 18, 1919 - MEDICINE CASE IS RECOVERED AT HUNTINGTON - The medicine case which was stolen from the automobile of Dr. Dan Gray on the night the Roosevelt Hospital was robbed by Lee Bryson, colored, was found in an alley in Huntington and turned in at a drug store there. The finding of the medicine case in


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Huntington, bears out the story told by Bryson that two colored men of Huntington were with him on the night of the robbery.

Gray, Dr. R. L. Occupation

I.R. MAY 22, 1902 - The home of Dr. and Mrs. R. L. Gray of Park avenue was saddened Thursday night by the sudden death of their only son, Clinton, aged 7 years, under peculiar circumstances. The little boy was playing with Newton Johnson, son of Attorney A. R. Johnson, whose residence is opposite the Gray home. The little fellows were in the stable loft and Clinton fell down stairs in some manner striking his head. . . . Death is attributed to concussion of the brain and the rupture of a blood vessel. Burial at Woodland.

I.R. APR. 27, 1920 - Died - Mrs. R. L. Gray, widow of the late Dr. R. L. Gray, former Ironton resident, but now of San Antonio, Texas. Word received by Dr. Dan Gray of the Roosevelt Hospital. Dr. Gray and other local relatives were unable to attend the services which were held in the southern city. Mrs. Gray was the second wife of Dr. R. L. Gray, being the widow of the late Rev. A. G. Manville, pastor for several years of the First Congregational church. Two daughters, Eunice and Lucille survive.

Gray - Not sure which Dr. Gray I. R. Oct. 13, 1887 - The Board of Education has sold the two East Ironton school house lots, on 4

th st. to Dr. Gray for $610.

Griffith, Dr. W. L. Occupation: M. D. Area: Pedro

I.R. May 20, 1892 - Dr. J. D. Wakefield is practicing at Lawrence furnace, and Dr. W. L. Griffith at Texas Hollow. They are excellent men.

I. R. April 25, 1901 - see Keller - Medical Association.

M.I. MAY 12, 1925 - Samuel D. Griffith, died at his home on Aaron’s Creek, where he has resided for a number of years. He was past seventy-one years of age and was born near Sheritts, Dec. 16, 1854, the son of Louis A. And Zerelda Stewart Griffith. He was united in marriage to Miss Louisa Bradshaw in 1875, and to this union, James L. Griffith, and Myra Griffith, both at home, Mrs. C. M. Stewart, of Lewiston, Mont., George, at home, Earl, Ernes and Guy all of this city. Mrs. Louanna Bradshaw, of Aid, Mrs. George Powell, of Aberdeen, Wash., Dr. W. L. Griffith, of Pedro, L. F. Griffith, of Pedro, and J. R. Vermillion of Springfield, brothers and sisters also survive. Burial at Bradshaw cemetery near Arabia.

Griffith, Dr. Wm. Occupation: M. D. from Arabia

I. R. Jan. 1, 1891 - Dr. Wm. Griffith is home from Cincinnati Medical College and will return after the holdiays.

Griswold, Dr. Edwin H. Occupation:

I.R. JUN. 09, 1853 - Married on the 6th inst., at Gallipolis, by Rev. A. Huntington,

Dr. E. H. Griswold, of Franklin Furnace, to Miss Julia Churchill, of the former place.


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I.R. June 28, 1860 - Died - In Portsmouth, on the 16th inst., of consumption, Dr.

Edwin H. Griswold, formerly of Ironton, aged about 34 years. He was at one time (1850) an owner in Keystone Furnace, and afterwards (1853) an owner in Hecla furnace. “The deceased, “ (says the Portsmouth Republican,) “was a member of the Presbyterian Church, and gave unmistakable evidence that he died in the hope of a glorious immortality beyond the grave. Although his sufferings were very great, and of long duration, he bore them all with Christian fortitude, all the while praising the One that so severely afflicted him.”

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Hall, Dr. Camillus Occupation: Doctor at Burlington, Lawrence Co., Ohio.

I.R. MAR. 06, 1890 - Dr. Camillus Hall, of Burlington, died last Saturday evening at 5 o’clock. He had been declining in health for some time, in fact, ever since his wife died, three years ago. Though he was only 78 years old, it seems the forces of life had given way, and for some time, Death was looked for soon. His funeral occurred at the Presbyterian church, Burlington, last Monday afternoon, and was attended by many sorrowing friends. His body was interred in the little cemetery nearby.

Dr. Hall was born in Vermont in 182_, and came to this county when a youth. He studied medicine and graduated in 1836. In 1838, he married Miss Clough, step-daughter of the Rev. Dan Young. He settled down at Burlington, where he has been quietly living ever since, enjoying a comfortable practice and the confidence and esteem of the community. He was a man of warm heart and strong mind. His ideas were clear and his convictions wholesome. Few men were respected more than he, and all over this region he was well known. He was appointed postmaster at Burlington in 1844, when that town was the county seat, and held the office until 1886. He was a man of business, of thrifty affairs, and of careful judgment. He was a Director of the First National Bank from 1879 to last January, when failing health compelled the choice of a successor. His counsel was always valuable, and his transactions strictly honorable.

I.R. JUN. 23, 1887 - Died at Burlington, Ohio, June 18, Mrs. Alice G. Hall, she was the daughter of Phillip and Nancy M. Clough, was born at Sandhornton, N.H. Emigrated to Ohio with her mother and step-father, Dan Young in June, 1832, and settled at Franklin Furnace, Scioto County. Married Nov. 22, 1838?, to Dr. Camillus Hall, and came at once to Burlington, where she has ever since resided. Her husband and one daughter survive her. She was age 64.

Hall, Dr. Cecil St. C. Occupation:

I.R. MAY 12, 1870 -----IJRN MAY 18, 1870 - Died at Burlington May 8th, Cecil St.

C. Hall, M. D., of consumption, only son of Dr. Camillus and Alice Hall, aged 24y7m18d.

Haney, Dr. John J., D. D. S. Occupation: Dentist

Haney, Dr. John J. Jr., D. D. S. Occupation: Dentist

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I.R. July 7, 1892 - Dr. Ben Harris of Seneca, Wisconsin, brought his young wife to Ironton for the 4

th. She is a charming lady and her friends and relatives are justly

proud of her. Thos. Harris, Dr.’s father, was at home also and there was quite a family reunion at their home on Third street.

I.R. Dec. 28, 1899 - Dr. Ben Harris, who is a surgeon in a hospital near Ashland, Wis., came Sunday night for a visit to his parents.

I.R. JUL. 10, 1902 - Died - Thomas R. Harris died Thursday after a long illness. He was born in Giamorgan Shire, Wales in 1832, and emigrated to the United States in 1852, settling at Johnstown, Pa., opening a large mine at that place which is still in operation.

He lived 2 years at Chattanooga, Tenn., and came to Ironton in 1861. He was employed as manager of the Belfont coal works for 27 years. He was married to Margaret Evans in Wales, and they had 12 children, four of whom are left with the mother to mourn his death. The children are: David T. Harris of Pittsburg, Pa., Margaret Harris of St. Louis and Dr. B. F. Harris of Lac Du Blambeau, Wis. Mr. and Mrs. T. R. Harris lived on So. 3

rd St., Ironton.

Harrison, Dr. C. B.

I.R. Feb. 11, 1892 - Dr. C. B. Harrison, of Wellston, was in town yesterday.

Harvey, Dr. Frank Occupation: Veterinarian

I.R. Feb. 18, 1892 - Dr. Frank Harvey, a veterinary surgeon, has located in Ironton. See his card in another column.

Haskin, Dr. J. P. Occupation: Dentist.

Office: Second Floor new First National Bank Bldg. Room 202 - Phone 157. Advertisement: I.R. Feb. 7, 1917

Haskins, Dr. William L. Occupation: M. D.

Hatcher, Dr. W. L. Occupation: M. D. at Catlettsburg, Kentucky.

I.R. Jan. 7, 1919 - Mary L. Hatcher, aged 20, and Saied Williams, aged 21, were refused a license to marry in probate court here this morning by Judge F. A. Roberts. Miss Hatcher is the daughter of Dr. W. L. Hatcher of Catlettsburg. The license was refused the couple because the bride being a non-resident of Ironton and under 21 years of age. Miss Hatcher admitted her parents objected to the marriage when Judge Roberts asked to be allowed to call her father to gain his consent.

Hawk, Dr. Harry E., D. D. S. Occupation: Dentist

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I. R. Jan. 15, 1891 - Jno. F. Haynes is now at a pharmacy, corner 6th and Vine,

Cincinnati, which he says is the finest in the city. Drop in and see him, for he is geniality personified.

Heaberle, Dr. Clarence I. Occupation: M. D.

Hempstead, Dr. F. H. Occupation: M. D. at Whitwell, Lawrence Co., Ohio.

I. R. April 28, 1904 -Dr. F. H. Hempstead died Sunday morning at his home in Lynnville, this county, of pneumonia. The deceased was 32 years old, and is survived by his wife and two children. Dr. Hempstead formerly practiced in this city, having his office in Whitwell and only recently moved to Lynnville, where he contacted his fatal illness. The body was brought to this city Monday and taken to the home of his sister, Mrs. T. M. Price, on North Sixth street. Later the body was taken to Portsmouth, where the funeral was held Tuesday afternoon.

Hempstead, Dr. G. S. B. Occupation:

I.R. JUL. 12, 1883 - Many years a resident of Hanging Rock, and of late of Portsmouth, died at his home last Monday, aged 90 years.

Hempstead, Dr. Hal

I. R. May 21, 1903 - Dr. Hal Hempstead and family are home from Cincinnati, where Dr. Hempstead graduated from the Ohio Medical College this month. Dr. Hempstead is now looking for a location in this city and will probably secure an office and residence in the South Side. Dr. Hempstead is a native of Hanging Rock and has a wide acquaintance here.

Henderson, Dr. Darrell Occupation:

Henninger, Dr. Oscar H. Occupation: M. D.


Henry, Dr. John S. Occupation: M. D. still practicing in 1891. Coroner in 1888. Office: 116 Center Street, Ironton, Ohio (1892)

I. R. May 9, 1895 - Dr. John S. Henry died last Thursday night. He was born near the foot of the hills below town in August, 1834, and has lived here ever since, except for the short period he resided in Getaway, this county. He had five full brothers, two of whom are living, Rev. P. Henry, of the Ohio Conference and Clark Henry, who resides at Pinegrove. The family resided here when the site of Ironton was a cornfield or a forest. The father built a sawmill near the lower end of 5

th St., the marks of the dam

being yet visible. The boys engaged in farming and teaming. When Ironton was established they hauled the stone for the first foundations. Their mother died when they were young boys, and the father married again. The second wife, the mother of Clay and Brice Henry, still survives. In 1862 he married. He entered the volunteer service as


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a Hospital Steward during the war. At its close, he studied medicine. . . Interment at Woodland.

Higgins, Dr. R. D. Occupation:

Area: Ashland, Boyd Co., Kentucky.

IET. JUL. 20, 1927 - T. J. Higgins, 82, former Ironton resident, and pioneer iron worker of this section, died Monday…at his home in the Belfonte Addition to Ashland. He was a veteran of the Civil War, serving with the 173

rd O.V.I. He is survived by his

widow and the following children: F. O. Higgins, Parkersburg; Stanley C. Higgins, Mount Hope, W. Va., Dr. R. D. Higgins, Ashland, and J. W. Higgins of Coal Grove. One brother and one sister, Reuben J. Higgins of Coal Grove and Mrs. Josie Pancake, of Huntington, also survive.

Hildebrand, Dr. Ray D. Occupation: M. D. 1920’s

Hildreth, Dr. S. P.

I.R. MAR. 28, 1895 - Mrs. John Means was born at Marietta, September 4, 1826, a daughter of Dr. S. P. Hildreth, a very noted man in the early days of Ohio. He was an authority in history, sciences, meteorology, and was more quoted than any man in Ohio. He had three sons and three daughters. Mrs. Means was the youngest daughter - she outlived all the children but one. She was 68 years old. When a girl she attended Mr. Tenney’s academy at Marietta, and there she met John Means who was also a student at the academy. About 1852 or 3, or after their school days, she visited Mrs. R. W. Lampton (who was Miss Margaret Ellison), a former schoolmate, and while there Mr. John Means, who was then manager at Buena Vista furnace, called upon her, renewed the friendship of their school days, and this ended in their marriage, which brought to each a long and happy life. Their marriage occurred at Marietta, Oct. 25, 1854, and they began house-keeping at Catlettsburg where they remained until 1857, when they took up their abode in Ashland.

Hoffman, Dr. Charles A. Occupation: M. D.

Hogsten, Dr., Gary, D. D. S. Occupation: Dentist

Hollingsworth, Dr. J. Occupation:

Death - I.R. JUN. 30, 1864

Holt, Dr. Peter C. Occupation: Physician.

I.R. MAR. 07, 1861 - Dr. Peter C. Holt died in Ironton, March 2d, at his residence, aged 79 years. Born near Petersburg, Va., Sept. 3, 1782. Moved with his parents to Bardstown, Ky., in 1789. Educated under Rev. Joshua L. Wilson, D. D.,


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since of Cincinnati. Studied medicine . . . He married in 1813 to Susannah W. Campbell of Tennessee, near Clarksville, who survives him. . . He removed to this county, but a wish to emancipate his servants induced him to dispose of his farm, and he removed his servants, over 30 in number, to this place, and for about four years past he has resided chiefly in Ironton. . .

Hopkins, Dr. Charles H., D. D. S. Occupation: Dentist

Hudson, Dr. Occupation: M. D.

I.R. March 16, 1895 - Dr. Hudson is building a residence and office in Russell.

Hudson, Dr. David F. Occupation: M. D. at Waterloo in the 1880’s. *Is this the one that his son-in-law was Dr. Stewart? Dr. Hudson practiced at Sand Fork in 1885.

Huffman, Dr. Alonzo Occupation: M. D.

Humphrey, Dr.

I.R. Dec. 28, 1899 - Dr. Humphrey of Middleport, O., is the guest of his brother, Supt. S. P. Humphrey. Mrs. Ira Graham of Middleport, Ohio, is a guest at the home of Supt. S. P. Humphrey.

I. R. April 25, 1901 - The applications of Emil Arnold and J. A. Humphreys for member of the board of health from the Third Ward were read, and on secret ballot the vote stood: Humphreys 6; Arnold, 6. The second ballot stood: Humphreys, 7; Arnold, 5. On roll call, Mr. Humphreys’ election was made unanimous.

Hunter, Dr. George G. Occupation; M. D. Office: 120 S. 4

th St., Ironton, Ohio.

SWR NOV. 09, 1921 - Dr. George Hunter weds Miss Henrietta Wagner - this morning at the home of Rev. W. H. Hampton. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. F. H. Wagner, . .

M.I. AUG. 24, 1922 - H. S. Hunter, aged 74, father of Elmer and Dr. George Hunter of this city, passed away last night at his home in Cincinnati. Mr. Hunter was born September 23, 1848, at Butler county, Pennsylvania, and would have been 74 years of age next month. A carpenter by trade, many of the pioneer homes of this city were erected by his labors. In addition to the wife the following children survive: Mrs. Lindsey Primm, Mrs. Carl Everman, Frank R. Hunter and A. H. Hunter, of Cincinnati, Roy Hunter of Washington, D. C., with the Washington Post, and Elmer and Dr. Hunter of this city.

IET Feb. 28, 1930 - CITY PHYSICIANS ARE ENTERTAINED - Members of the Lawrence County Medical Association were guests of Dr. G. G. Hunter at a dinner held at the main dining room of the Hotel Marting last evening. Practically all members of the association attended and guests included Dr. Mackey of Chesapeake and Dr. Guthrie of


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the Guthrie Hospital in Huntington. The meeting was a social gathering of the association, with Dr. Hunter as host. There was no set program.

Ironton Tribune, Sunday, April 6, 1958 - (Picture) - Dr. George G. Hunter is 70, a veteran of two World Wars, and one of Ironton’s senior physicians. He is a native of Lawrence county, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Scott Hunter.

Dr. Hunter attended Rio Grande College and Ohio State University, interning at St. Elizabeth’s Hospital in Covington, Ky.

He served overseas in World War 1 from 1918 until 1920, and has practiced since that time.

Dr. Hunter also attended the Ochner, Percy School of Surgery at Chicago, and continues in General Practice and Surgery at 120 S. 4

th. He served with the military

again in World War II from 1942 until 1945. Gardening is his hobby.

Dr. and Mrs. Hunter, the former Henrietta Wagner, who make their home on Campbell Drive had four children: Mrs. John (Marjorie) Albrink, James E., 30, and George Jr., 27. Another daughter, Mrs. Joan Hunter Spriggs, died a number of years ago.

Hunter, Porter D.

Occupation: Pathologist

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Isaminger, Dr. A. E. Occupation: Physician in Ironton in the late 1860’s.

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Jackson, Dr. J. H. Occupation: M. D. Office: Second St. at Center, Ironton, Ohio (1882)

Jenkins, Dr. Harry E., D. D. S. Occupation: Dentist

I.R. Feb. 11, 1892 - Harry Jenkins and Hugh Davisson have rented the corner room over Small’s dry goods store, for a dental office. It is a beautiful place for an office.

I.R. MAY 7, 1896 - Dr. H. E. Jenkins and Miss Nellie Small were married at Greenup, last Thursday by Rev. John Cheap, of the M. E. Church.

I. R. Feb. 15, 1906 - Dr. H. E. Jenkins was called to Washington, Pa., Monday on account of the serious illness of his brother, Will.

Jenkins, Dr. Jennie D.

Occupation: Dentist - 1st Woman Dentist in Ironton


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I. R. Oct. 11, 1900 - Miss Jennie Jenkins, who has been assistant to her brother, Dr. W. C. Miller, in his dental office, will enter the Ohio College of Dental Surgery at Cincinnati for a course of instruction in that institution. She leaves tomorrow and will be accompanied by her mother. Miss Jenkins is the only young lady of this section to undertake the profession of dental surgery, and her friends will watch her progress with interest. See also: Miller.

I. R. May 7, 1903 - GRADUATES AS DENTIST. Ironton Girl Alone in a Class of Eighty-One. - The Cincinnati Times-Star Tuesday morning has a splendid picture of Miss Jennie D. Jenkins and the following comment:

“A pretty Ironton (Ohio) belle is the only woman in a class of 81 to graduate from the Ohio Dental College in the class of 1903. When Jennie Jenkins graduated from the High School at Ironton at the age of 15 years her mother said that Jennie should be a music teacher and so Jennie tried. She practiced and practiced, but it wasn’t any use, for the music wasn’t there. One day she shut down the piano quietly and with determination faced a gently looking mother.

“I’m not going to study music more,’ she said. ‘It’s no use, mother; I’m going to be a dentist.’

“And no amount of persuading could change the girl’s plan. Her brother, Dr. C. W. Miller, of Ironton, was a dentist and the next morning she went down to his office. To humor her he taught her how to work in his laboratory. In a short time she was so valuable that he immediately recognized her evident bent in the dentistry line. So Jennie and her brother said that Jennie should go to a dental college and a mother careful of her daughter, packed up bag and baggage and came to Cincinnati to live for three years while Jennie learned to pull teeth and acquired sundry other important knowledge in dentistry. For three years, while her brother boarded in Ironton and saw a family reunion in dreams only, Mrs. Lillie Jenkins and her ambitious little daughter have lived at 417 Hopkins street. Following the graduation exercises Mrs. Jenkins and her daughter go back to Ironton, where Jennie’s brother has arranged an office for his little sister. For Jennie absolutely refuses to go into partnership and office with her brother. She will be the only woman dentist in Ironton and a distinct novelty in that thriving town. And it’s ten to one that numerous epidemics of toothache will be the customary condition of the entire lot of “best catches” among the beans of Ironton this summer. Miss Jenkins’ father has a position in the Bessemer Steel Works in Bessemer, Ala.

Johnson, Dr. Alice

IET MAR. 03, 1931 - Dr. Alice Johnson of Columbus, daughter of the late Ben and Ethel Johnson and granddaughter of Dr. Hall, of Burlington, all formerly of this county, died at Columbus, Monday, after an invalidism of nine years. She spent her girlhood days here and in 1890 graduated in medicine at Columbus. She practiced in Huntington for a short time and in 1892 moved to Columbus, where she practiced her profession. She retired many years ago. Dr. Johnson was a cousin of Mrs. Jim Ferguson of Delta and was a niece of Mrs. William Bay. Her parents and one sister preceded her in death, but one sister survives, Mary Johnson of Columbus.

Johnson, Dr. Charles Occupation: M. D.


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Johnson, Dr.

I.R. JUN. 24, 1880 - Dr. Johnson of Haverhill, father of Capt. T. T. Johnson, died last Thursday.

Jones, Dr. L. D., D. D. S. Occupation: Dentist

Justice, Dr. Harry B. Occupation: M. D. Listed in Ironton City Directory in 1902.

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Keller, Dr. Lester Occupation: Physician in Ironton from 1892 - Listed in Ironton City Directory in 1902. Dr. Keller moved to California before 1914’s directory.

I.R. June 14, 1883 - Cards are out for the marriage of Miss Mary Allen to Dr. Lester Keller, of Gallipolis, which takes place at the home of the bride, next Saturday night. A large company of friends will be present at the wedding. Dr. Keller is a rising young physician, of Gallipolis, and takes his bride home with him the day following the ceremony.

I.R. Aug. 27, 1891 - TOURING EAST by B. L. AT LARGE IN VIRGINIA - On Board C. & O. Train, Virginia, Aug. 22.

Dear Register: I am off for a trip. Am going to visit the effects East. Mrs. Lawton is with me and we are skipping along over the C & O road, seeing it all by daylight, devouring the grand scenery and stopping at some of the points of interest by the way.

We left Ironton Thursday noon. That night we stopped with Dr. and Mrs. Lester Keller, in the heart of the striking scenery and extensive coal operations of New River. They live in a little cottage whose front door is only six feet from the railroad track. The trains thunder past and sound as though they would tear through the house, but they are used to the noise, and the hurry-skurry of the trains is music to them.

The walls of the little house are profusely hung with paintings, the work of Mrs. Keller, who devotes a large portion of her time to work of this kind. The immediate vicinity affords countless pretty views and she has made many sketches of the river and mountain side. Mrs. Keller’s art work is really of a high order. She has been invited to contribute paintings of West Virginia scenery for the women’s department of the World’s Fair. A teacher in the art school at Cincinnati is spending the summer with Mrs. Keller and is giving her instructions in portrait work.

Dr. Keller’s house is half way between the stations of Fire Creek and Echo, which are only half a mile apart. They are the stations for the Central Coal Co. and Wm. Buery, Cooper & Co. respectively. Dr. Keller is employed as the physician for the operatives of both these companies, and it is a very busy field of labor for him. The close proximity of these stations indicates how active the coal and coke business on New River is……(rest about the coal fields)…


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I.R. March 17, 1892 - Dr. Lester Keller will locate in Ironton. He is an excellent gentleman and a fine physician.

I.R. March 24, 1892 - Dr. and Mrs. Keller were here over Sunday. They returned to West Va., Tuesday. The Doctor has resigned his position there to locate in Ironton. They will go to New York, April 1

st, he to take a special course in medicine and Mrs.

Keller, to pursue her art studies. Returning from New York, they will go to Old Point Comfort, where Dr. Keller is on the program of the National Association of Railway Surgeons, which meets the last of May. They will then move to Ironton.

I.R. Aug. 11, 1892 - Dr. Lester Kellar has purchased a part of Mrs. Ricker’s fine property on Center-st., on which he will build. His lot is next to the Center House. He gets 32 feet on Center by 88 on the alley, for which he pays $1,600. It is the Doctor’s intention to cut the ground down nearly to the level of the street, and to build a three

story office and residence structure. The suite of offices (do not have end)

I. R. Jan. 19, 1893 - Dr. and Mrs. Lester Keller will give a party this Wednesday evening, at their new home on Center-st.

I. R. Feb. 23, 1899 - Dr. Keller gave the Knights of Pythias and their guests a charming lecture on “Sights of London,” last Friday night, illustrated by stereopticon views, which he procured from Cincinnati. The company had the benefit of his keen observation there a year or two ago, spiced with incidents and numerous interesting statements.

I. R. April 25, 1901 - MEDICAL ASSOCIATION - The Triple State Medical Association was organized at the Hotel Ventura in Ashland, Thursday, with the election of the following named officers: President, Dr. Lester Keller, of Ironton, Ohio, first vice president, Dr. J. H. Wade, of Ashland, Ky.; second vice president, Dr. Sturgill of Ceredo, W. Va.; secretary, Dr. James M. Kin_ald of Catlettsburg, Ky.; treasurer, Dr. J. M. Salmon of Ashland, Ky.; censors, Dr. W. L. Griffith, Pedro, Ohio; Dr. A. S. Brady, Greenup, Ky.; and Dr. John D. Meyers of Huntington, W. Va. The membership of the society is made up of members from Ironton (do not have end of this article yet - smk)

I.R. June 12, 1902 - Drs. Lester Keller and D. C. Wilson left Sunday for Saratoga, N. Y. to attend a medical association meeting. Mrs. Keller accompanied them.

I.R. Nov. 9, 1905 - Dr. Lester Keller and brother, Floyd Keller, of Powelltown, W Va., and W. H. Nigh, left this afternoon for Dundee, Miss., on a ten day deer hunt.

Kendall, Dr. Jennifer, D. D. S. Occupation: Dentist

Kiefer, Dr. Alan R., D. D. S. Occupation: Dentist

Kilmer, Dr. Washington

I.R. OCT. 20, 1864 - Married on the 18th inst., at the bride’s residence, by Rev. L.

Hall, Dr. Washington Kilmer of Alexandria, VA and Miss Florence, daughter of T. N. Davey, Esq., of this place.

Kimbrough, Dr. Raymond D. Occupation: M. D.


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Office: Lawrence County General Hospital. Ironton Tribune, Sunday, April 6, 1958 - (Picture) - Dr. Raymond D. Kimbrough, 57, of 2639 S. 9

th, is health commissioner of Ironton and Lawrence county. He is a

native of Kimbrough, Alabama, and attended a Virginia Military academy before studying medicine at the University of Virginia at Charlottesville. Dr. Kimbrough interned at the University of Virginia Hospital, and later taught for a time at the Medical College of Virginia at Richmond. He worked as a consultant with the U. S. Navy during World War II, helping establish clinics. Dr. Kimbrough came to Ironton as health commissioner in 1956. Dr. and Mrs. Kimbrough, who was born in Dublin, Ireland, have three children: Raymond, Jr., 27; Mrs. Robert (Cynthia) Barlowe, and Prudence, 7. Dr. Kimbrough’s offices are at the Lawrence County General Hospital. He is also a skin specialist and his services as a consultant are often sought.

King, Dr. George Occupation: M. D.

Kingry, Dr. Location: John’s Creek IWR Feb. 27, 1897 - Dr. Kingry is on the sick list. (John’s Creek News)

Kirkpatrick, Dr. H. L. Occupation: M. D. Office: Second St., between Lawrence and Buckhorn, Ironton, Oh. (1882)

Kiser, Dr. Occupation: M. D. at Haverhill, Lawrence Co., Ohio. I.R. June 15, 1899 - Dr. Kiser leaves this week for his new location near Columbus.

Konieczny, Dr. Leo S. Occupation: Pediatrician. Office: 515 Park Avenue, Ironton, Ohio. Ironton Tribune, Sunday, April 6, 1958 - (Picture) - Dr. Leo S. Konieczny, 36, of 515 ½ Park Avenue, is a pediatrician, specializing in the care of children. He is a native of Roselle, N. J., the son of Mr. and Mrs. Michael Konieczny. Dr. Konieczny attended Roselle High School, Seton Hall at South Grange, J. J., and Stritch School of Medicine and has a year’s residency in pediatrics at St. Michael’s Hospital, Newark, N. J. He began practice in Ironton in 1954. Dr. and Mrs. Konieczny, the former Irene Board of Mason City, W. Va., have four children: John Michael, 7; James Joseph 5; Carolyn Irene, 4, and Elizabeth Ann, eight months. He has offices at 515 Park Avenue. The doctor is interested in flying and is receiving instruction to qualify for a pilot’s license.

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Leatherman, Dr. J. H. Occupation: M. D.


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Office: Campbell building, Front Street, Ironton, Ohio (1892).

I.R. July 21, 1892 - Dr. Leatherman has gone to Michigan to stay. Mr. Walburn has rented the rooms he had in Campbell block.

Light, Dr. Stuart H. Occupation: M. D.

Littlejohn, Dr. L. C. Occupation: Physician at Haverhill.

I.R. Feb. 19, 1891 - (Haverhill) - Dr. L. C. Littlejohn our resident physician, has a growing practice, and is kept quite busy.

Livesay, Dr. George W. Occupation: M. D. Office: Third Street, between Washington and Adams, Ironton, Oh. (1882).

Office: Fourth and Olive streets, Ironton, Oh. (1892)

I.R. MAY 15, 1890 - Mrs. Elizabeth Livesay died. Wife of Dr. G. W. Livesay (need to copy obit)

Long, Dr. Adam E., D. D. S. Occupation: Dentist

Lowry, Dr. Andrew Clark Occupation: M. D. Listed in Ironton City Directory in 1902.

M.I. MAR. 02, 1924 - Dr. Andrew Clark Lowry, age 54, passed away at his home on south Fifth street Saturday . . . when he suffered a stroke while at the Marting Hotel. He was born March 4, 1870 in West Virginia and after completing his education entered the Louisville Medical College from which he graduated, later taking post graduate course in New York City. On Feb. 10, 1897 he married Miss Nellie Marting, daughter of Col. H. A. Marting and for more than 20 years was actively engaged in the practice of medicine in this city. . . . No children were born to this marriage and the widow is left to mourn. He is also survived by his father Lee Lowry, of Lowry Farm, near Kitts Hill, one sister, Mrs. Alice Barger, also of Lowry Farm, and one brother Dr. J. W. Lowry of this city. Another sister Dr. Sadie Lowry, died a few years ago. Interment: Woodland.

Lowry, Dr. Joseph W. Occupation: M. D. Office: Morris’ Corner, Opposite Court House, Ironton, Ohio (advertisement I. R. Jan. 30, 1896). Listed in Ironton City Directory in 1902.

IWR DEC. 26, 1896 - Health Officer will wed - Cards issued for the marriage of Dr. J. W. Lowry and Miss Sarah Clark - Mr. and Mrs. D. H. Clark desire the honor of your presence at the marriage of their daughter, Sarah, to Dr. Joseph W. Lowry, Wednesday evening, December 30

th, 67 south Fourth street, Ironton, Ohio.

IWR JAN. 01, 1897 - A BRILLIANT EVENT - WEDDING OF SARAH CLARK TO DR. J. W. LOWRY.


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IET MAR. 16, 1931 - Mrs. Sarah Jane Lowry, wife of Dr. J. W. Lowry, died Sunday at her home on 4

th and Washington streets. Mrs. Lowry’s health started to fall

shortly after the death of her mother four years ago. Mrs. Lowry was the daughter of D. H. and Sarah Bowen Clark and was born July 2, 1873, in the home at 4

th and

Washington, where she died. Her father Dent Clark was a pioneer in the wholesale business and he reared his family in this city. In December, 1896 she was united in marriage to Dr. J. W. Lowry, who survives. She is survived by her husband and one sister, Mrs. John Murdock of Sedgwick. Five brothers and one sister preceded her in death. Burial at Woodland.

Lowry, Dr. Sarah Clark Occupation: M. D.

Lynd, Dr. William Wilson Occupation: M. D. Office: In his home at 1212 So. 6


Listed in the 1914 Ironton City Directory. IET Mar. 14, 1931 - Dr. and Mrs. Wilson Lynd returned Thursday from Cincinnati,

where they have been attending the National Flower Show. The garden clubs were complimented highly by the flower show and the school children were given free admittance to the show.

Ironton Tribune, Sunday, April 6, 1958 - (Picture) - Dr. William Wilson Lynd, 79, of 1212 S. 6

th, is one of Ironton’s oldest practicing physicians. He was born here, the

son of Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Lynd, and began practice in 1903, after attending Miami Medical College, Cincinnati,

Dr. Lynd served as county coroner for a number of years, continuing general practice from that time until today. Gardening is his hobby.

He married Clara Weist, of Cincinnati and they have two sons: Lester Oliver, and W. W. Lynd, Jr.

Dr. Lynd has his office in his home on S. 6th.

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Maberry, Dr. Occupation: M. D. Area: Windsor Township

Mackey, Dr. Occupation: M. D. in the 1930’s. Area: Chesapeake, Eastern Lawrence County

Mahl, Dr. George Kenneth Occupation: M. D. Office: In his home at 1915 So. 6


Ironton Tribune, Sunday, April 6, 1958 - (Picture) - Dr. George K. Mahl, 54, of 1915 S. 6

th, who began practice here in 1935, specializes in diseases of the chest and

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He was born in Ironton the son of Mr. and Mrs. George P. Mahl and graduated from Ironton High School. He attended Ohio State University and Duke University at Durham, N. C. Dr. Mahl also trained at the North Carolina State TB Sanitorium, Christ Hospital in Jersey City, N. J., and Duke Hospital at Durham. After returning to Ironton, Dr. Mahl was associated for a time with Dr. Dan Webser. Her served with the Army Air Force in 1942-1943, and resumed practice here in 1944. Dr. and Mrs. Mahl, the former, Enita Winter of Ridgewood, N. J., have two children, Wanda, 20, and James, 17. Dr. Mahl has his office in his residence. He is a turf fan, and a day at the track is his favorite entertainment.

Markin, Dr. Abner D., D. D. S. Occupation: Dentist

Martindale, Dr. Occupation: M. D. Area: Chesapeake

Marting, Dr. Anne D. Occupation: M. D.

Marting, Dr. William F. Occupation: M. D. Listed in Ironton City Directory in 1902.

I. R. Jan. 26, 1899 - Dr. Will Marting, of the U. S. Hospital Corps, was here over Sunday, from the recruiting station with which he is connected at Minneapolis. He weighs thirty pounds more than when he left Ironton as a volunteer, and he makes a handsome and ___ war soldier. He returned Tuesday.

I.R. Feb. 02, 1899 - Dr. Will Marting has asked for his discharge from the Hospital Corps, and expects to locate in Ironton again.

Ironton Tribune, Sunday, April 6, 1958 - (Picture) - Dr. William F. Marting, at 82, is Ironton’s oldest practicing physician. He was born here, the son of Mr. and Mrs. William R. Marting, Jr., and has given himself and all of his children to medicine.

Dr. Marting attended the Medical College of Ohio, a department of the University of Cincinnati. He began practice in Scioto County but came to Ironton in 1898.

Dr. Marting served in the Spanish American War that same year, and later during World War 1.

Dr. Marting was associated with Dr. Lester Keller for many years, and later in Dr. Keller’s Hospital, known today as the Marting Hospital,. He received his training in surgery working with Dr. Keller and is a member of the American College of Surgeons.

Dr. Marting married Erma C. Drayer and their three children all became doctors. They are Dr. Ann Marting Alstott, Dr. Miriam R. Marting and Dr. Esther Marting Fabing. Questioned about a hobby, the doctor might say he is a gentleman farmer.


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Martt, Dr. Occupation: M. D. Area: Proctorville

Massie, Dr. Dean Franklin Occupation: M. D. Office: 6

th and Pine Strs., Ironton, Ohio. (1958)

Ironton Tribune, Sunday, April 6, 1958 - (Picture) - Dr. Dean Franklin Massie, 27, of 712 S. 2

nd, is a native of Ironton, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Bernard L. Massie.

He is a graduate of Ironton High School and received his degree in medicine from Ohio State University. He interned at University Hospital, Columbus, and began general practice here in 1957. Dr. Massie’s office is at 6

th and Pine with Dr. Barney Osborne, Jr.

Massie, Dr. Ralph F. Occupation: M. D. Office: Adjoined his home at 407 So. 4

th Street (1958).

Ironton Tribune, Sunday, April 6, 1958 (Picture) - Dr. Ralph F. Massie, 58, 407 S. 4

th, was born at Scottown, a son of Dr. and Mrs. Henry F. Massie. He attended Ironton

High School, and received his medical education at Ohio State University and the University of Cincinnati. Dr. Massie interned at St. Mary’s Hospital in Cincinnati, and began his practice here in 1925. His work is limited to surgery, gynecology, and obstetrics. He is a member of the Maternal Welfare Committee of the State Medical Association. Dr. and Mrs. Massie, the former Carla Barclay of Connecticut, have three children: Mrs. A. G. (Carla) Spriggs, Mrs. Jane Barclay Jones and Ralph B, 26. Dr. Massie’s offices adjoin his home. Horticulture and landscaping are his hobbies.

Mayberry, Dr. Occupation: M. D.

Mayer, Dr. Jerry, D. M. D. Occupation: Dentist

Mayer, Dr. John Occupation: Radiologist

McBride, Dr. N. L.

I.R. SEPT. 29, 1887 - Married at the residence of F. C. Tomlinson, last Monday, Dr. N. L. MacBride and Miss Rosalie Hamilton, were married by Rev. Robert McCune, . . . left on train for New York, where Dr. MacBride is a Surgeon in the Ophthalmic Hospital.

McBride, Dr. Rosalie (Hamilton)

Sunday Tribune, June 14, 1936- Formerly of Ironton - Greenwich, Conn., June 13 (AP) - Dr. Rosalie Hamilton McBride, ( __age) last of the Hamilton family that developed the city of Ironton, Ohio died today at the home of a daughter, Mrs. Gladys A.


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Funke. Dr. McBride was associated with a Cincinnati hospital for a number of years. She was a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Hamilton and a sister of the late Mrs. Frank Tomlinson.

Mc Collister, Dr. Randall

Occupation: M. D.

McCoy, Dr. C. Wayne

Occupation:

SWI May 21, 1907 - ? of Captain Davis Disappointed Over His Fate. Gene Davis went over to Ironton, this morning, to see his brother, Capt. John Davis, who was indicted by the Lawrence county grand jury for the murder of Dr. C. Wayne McCoy.

Much to the surprise of Captain Davis and his friends, this body charged him with murder in the first degree, which charge denies him bail. He was, therefore, placed in jail to await trial at the June term of court.

His friends claim that, if permitted, he could execute bond in any sum demanded. Gene is very much distressed over the confinement of his brother. – Catlettsburg Press.

McCune, Dr. J. A.

IJRN DEC. 07, 1870 - Died Nov. 27th at his residence in Kentucky, 3 miles above

the city of Portsmouth, Dr. J. A. McCune died in his 58th year. Leaves a son, Walter S.

McCune of Ironton.

McDowell, Dr. J. O.

I.R. MAR. 20, 1890 -Died at Delaware last Thursday of consumption. He was born in Quaker Bottom. Graduated from Delaware College, studied medicine, he located at Delaware.

McDowell, Dr. R. M. P.

I.R. JUN. 02, 1853- Married at Bethesda, Ky., on the 23rd ult., by Rev. T. D. Lea,

Dr. R. M. P. McDowell, of Lawrence county, Ohio and Mrs. Eliza Jane McDowell, of Franklin county, Pennsylvania.

I.R. OCT. 26, 1865 - Died on Oct. 1st inst., at the residence of her father, Dr. R.

M. P. McDowell, in Rome Township, Lawrence county, Ohio, of typhoid pneumonia, Miss W. McDowell, in the 20

th year of her age.

McGoveny, Dr. James

I.R. SEP. 12, 1878 - Mrs. Nannie M. McGovney, wife of Dr. James McGovney, died at their residence, buried: Woodland.

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I.R. AUG. 09, 1888 -Died Monday evening, Dr. Thos. McGovney. His disease was dropsy of the heart. Dr. McGovney was born at West Union, Adams County, November 29, 1819. …. In 1867, he married Nancy M. Cadot in Scioto county, and two daughters were now survive the union, the wife having died in 1878. The funeral occurs …at his residence in Whitwell. Lived at Mt. Vernon Fce., Howard and Washington Fce’s. He came to Ironton in 1871 and took a large interest in the building and management of Etna Iron Works furnace. He was also Manager of Washington Furnace.

McKay, Dr. Occupation: Radiologist

McMahon, Dr. Phillip, D. D. S. Occupation: Dentist

McGuire, Dr. Morris J., D. D. S. Occupation: Dentist

McNary, Dr. W. F.

IET. AUG. 28, 1940- Miss Minnie L. McNary, daughter of William and Eleanor McNary. Surviving relatives are her sister, Margaret, with whom she made her home; Elmer of Granite City, Ill., George of Ironton, Ervin E. of Nutley, N.J., and Dr. W. F. McNary of Bellville, Ill. Interment at Woodland cemetery.

Meers, Dr. R. L. Occupation: M. D.

Merchant, Dr. William M. Occupation: M. D.


I. R. Jan. 9, 1902 - Dr. G. W. Bigelow, formerly of Greenfield, Mass., has assumed his new work with Dr. Merchant, with whom he is now associated.

SWI, March 1, 1907 - Mrs. Merchant and son, George, who have been guests of her son Dr. W. M. Merchant and wife, have returned to their home at Wheeling.

Miller, Dr. A. P. Occupation: M. D.

I.R. JUN. 17, 1858 - Married on June 3rd by Rev. A. Meharrey, Dr. A. P. Miler of

the Scioto Gazatee and Miss Mary E. Dorman of this county - Chillicothe Gazette.

Miller, Dr. Thomas E. Occupation: M. D. Office: 721 Park Avenue, Ironton, Ohio. Ironton Tribune, Sunday, April 6, 1958 - (Picture) - Dr. Thomas E. Miller, 46, of 721 Park Avenue, is a native of Kokomo, Ind., a son of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas J. Miller. The family located here in Dr. Miller’s youth, and he graduated from Ironton High School. He attended Miami University, Oxford, and the University of Cincinnati.


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Dr. Miller interned at St. Mary’s Hospital, Cincinnati, and began practice here in 1937. He is in general practice with some surgery and bone work. He married Wilma Tobert of this city and they have two children: Diane Louise, 19, and Marjorie Ann, 16. Dr. Miller has his office at his home. Photography is his hobby.

Miller, Dr. W. C., D. D. S. Occupation: Dentist

I.R. Feb. 23, 1888 - Dr. Miller, the dentist, has bought out Arnold & Shields’ dental room and will occupy them next week. Dr. Shields will return to Cincinnati.

IWR April 1, 1893 - Dr. W. C. Miller, dentist, positively guarantees to extract teeth without pain by applying “Jessop’s local anesthetic” onto the gums, - no loss of consciousness - absolutely safe and effective. This anesthetic was used by its agent, Dr. Pressey, very successfully at the Ironton House lately. Masonic ____ house block.

I. R. Oct. 11, 1900 - Miss Jennie Jenkins, who has been assistant to her brother, Dr. W. C. Miller, in his dental office, will enter the Ohio College of Dental Surgery at Cincinnati for a course of instruction in that institution. She leaves tomorrow and will be accompanied by her mother. Miss Jenkins is the only young lady of this section to undertake the profession of dental surgery, and her friends will watch her progress with interest. See also: Jenkins.

Monahan, Dr. I. T. Occupation: M. D.

I. R. Aug. 22, 1861 - Dr. I. T. Monahan, who once lived in the upper part of this county, according to the Athens Messenger of the 15

th, “went up to Columbus, a

prisoner of war, charged with having carried on tremendous correspondence with the rebels.” He had a preliminary examination at Parkersburg, Va., and was then sent to Columbus by order of Gen. Rosecrans.

I. R. April 6, 1882 - see Lawrence County People Burned to Death - The steamer Golden City …was discovered on fire …. Among those known to have been lost are: Dr. I. T. Monahan, and wife of Jackson, Ohio.

Moore, Dr. James Occupation: M. D. Office: Second & Olive Streets, Ironton, Ohio (1882). Office: 109 Railroad Street, Ironton, Ohio (1892)

Moore, Dr. William R. Occupation: M. D. Listed in Ironton City Directory in 1902.

Mopin, Dr.

I.R. FEB. 08, 1866 - Died on Sunday last, Dr. Mopin of Barboursville, WV, was instantly killed, while standing on the Guyandotte wharfboat . . .

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Occupation: of Gallipolis.

IJRN AUG. 10, 1870 - Died July 29th, Miss M. Morgan, only daughter of Dr. E.

Morgan of Gallipolis.

Morris, Dr. D. Occupation: M. D.

Morris, Dr. Jonathan Occupation: M. D.

Office: Fourth & Center, Ironton, Ohio (1882 & 1892)

I. R. Sept. 9, 1852 - Advertisement: Medical Card - Dr. J. Morris having removed to his residence, corner of Third and Centre streets, still attends to the duties of his profession. He would also say as he needs money that those indebted to him either by note or book account of more than one year’s standing will please pay up.

I.R. JUN. 25, 1857 - Died on the 11th inst., in Ashland, Sarah S. Morris, daughter

of Dr. J. and Mrs. E. J. Morris, in her 4th year.

I. R. April 26, 1860 - On motion of John K. Smith, B. F. Cory and Jonathan Morris were appointed a Board of Health for the ensuing year.

I. R. March 16, 1871 - Dr. Jona Morris intends to build a two-story brick business house on Centre between Third and Fourth sts. It will contain two store rooms.

I.R. June 09, 1887 - Dr. and Mrs. Morris left Monday to attend the American Medical Association meeting at Chicago.

I.R. Mar. 24, 1892 - Dr. Morris is having a small frame building erected on Center street for the Adams Express Company.

I.R. Jan. 21, 1892 - Dr. Morris has not decided what he will do about rebuilding his block. The ruins are still smoking.

I.R. Jan. 28, 1892 - Insurance - Dr. Morris gets $6477.10 for his loss on the Morris Block. This figure is reached by making an estimate of the cost of rebuilding the block and deducting the amount for depreciation and the portion of the block still standing. A. Weller’s loss has been adjusted at $344.72, and E. Bixby, for his loss to Squire Henry’s office by falling walls, gets $182.73.

MORRIS, DR. JONA obituary (copy) I.R. DEC. 19, 1895

Morris, Dr. S. J. I. R. Jan. 21, 1904 - Another Ironton boy who is now in the Phillippines is Dr. S. J. Morris, son of Wilson Morris, who is now an assistant surgeon in the United States Army at a point thirty miles from Manila. Sammie, as he was known to his friends here, is no longer the delicate looking youth that he was when in Ironton, but a strapping six-footer. He is married and has his wife with him. His position pays $1600 a year.

Morrison, Dr. Occupation: M. D. Area: Chesapeake

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Moxley, Dr. Nathaniel K. Occupation: M. D. Office: Buckhorn, between 4

th and 5

th, Ironton, Ohio (1882 & 1892)

Listed in Ironton City Directory in 1902.

I.R. FEB. 11, 1858 - Died on the 9th, in this town, Sophia A., infant daughter of

Dr. N. K. and Sophia S. Moxley, aged 11 days.

MOXLEY, DR. NATHANIEL K. (death of) IWR. JUN. 01, 1895

Moxley, Dr. Nathaniel K., Jr. Occupation: M. D.

Munsey, Dr. F. B. I.R. August 31, 1854 - Died - On the 16

th inst., at Wheelersburg, Frank, son of

Dr. F. B. and Mary Munsey, aged 7 years and 11 days.

Murray, Dr. Hugh L. Jr., D. D. S. Occupation: Dentist

Myers, Dr. Occupation: M. D. at Getaway in the 1890’s. I. R. Jan. 1, 1891 - Getaway - Dr. Myers has located here to assist in healing the people.

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Neal, Dr. William Occupation: M. D. Area: Bradrick

Nenni, Dr. Harry Occupation: M. D. Office: 115 S. 6


Ironton Tribune, Sunday, April 6, 1958 - (Picture) - Dr. Harry Nenni, 39, of 124 S. 6

th, is in general practice and surgery, and serves as Lawrence County Coroner. He is a

native of Orinoco, Kentucky, the son of Mr. and Mrs. John Nenni. Dr. Nenni attended Magnolia High School at Matewan, W. Va., and received his medical education at Marshall College, Huntington, and the Medical College of Virginia, Richmond. He interned at St. Mary’s Hospital, Huntington. Dr. Nenni took post-graduate work in surgery and industrial medicine in Chicago, and at the University of Buffalo in New York. Dr. and Mrs. Nenni, the former Dorothy Linsenmeyer of Huntington, have three children: William, 8, Robert, 6, and Mary Beth, 1 ½. Dr. Nenni, who is also company physician for a number of local industries, has his office at 115 S. 6

th. His hobbies? Golf and woodworking.

Newmark, Dr. H. Occupation:

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I.R. Sept. 15, 1870 - NEW CEMETERY - The City Council has effected an arrangement with Dr. O. E. Newton for the purchase of his land, two miles above town, for the purpose of a public cemetery. There are 59 ½ acres in the lot. It is sufficiently large and admirably located for the object designed. The price paid is $10,000, in annual payments of $2,000 each.

I.R. OCT. 25, 1877 - A son of Dr. O. E. Newton died at Hot Springs, Arkansas, last week. He was 23 years old.

Newton, Dr. Wm. S. ( 8th

Doctor in the new town of Ironton.) I. R. July 27, 1854 - Another Doctor is talking strongly of removing to Ironton - Dr. Wm. Newton, of Harmar, Washington Co. He will come, “if he can get a house,” and will make the eighth physician of Ironton, including Dr. Cory. But we beg our readers not to judge Ironton to be unhealthy from the number of its physicians. On the contrary it is a remarkably healthy town, and ever has been so. I. R. July 1, 1858 - DROWNED. On last Saturday night, June 26

th, between 8

and 9 o’clock, Oren Hayward Newton, about twelve years old, and oldest son of Dr. Wm. S. Newton, of this place, was drowned, while bathing in the Ohio river, just below the wharfboat. He could not swim, and going into the water on a steep grade was soon beyond his depth. There were many other boys in at the time, and some men, and he was observed struggling in the water, but in the excitement of swimming it was not noticed who he was, or that he was drowning, until too late to save his life. …..

Northup, Dr.

I.R. AUG. 18, 1887 - The father of Dr. Northup died at his home in Gallia county, August 5

th, aged 74.

I.R. Dec. 29, 1887 - Miss Northup, the sister of Dr. Northup who was slain by the McCoys, has faithfully stood by the prosecution in the efforts to bring her brother’s murderers to justice. She attended the long trail at Portsmouth and the one here. She has not spared money or time to see that justice is meted out. This course has not been attended with any undue malignity, but with a settled and honest purpose to see the right prevail. Miss Northup, lives about five miles from Gallipolis, on the old homestead farm, which she manages and very often makes a hand in the important duties of the farm. She lives alone and does her own buying and selling. She is a lady of intelligence and excellent ideas on affairs of the day.

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O’Neill, Dr. Oliver U. Occupation: M. D.

Listed in Ironton City Directory in 1902. I. R. Feb. 6, 1902 - Dr. O. U. O’Neill will locate here. I. R. April 9, 1903 - Buys out Dr. D. R. Alban’s practice - see Alban.

Osborne, Dr. Barney Jr. Occupation: M. D. Office: 6

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Ironton Tribune, Sunday, April 6, 1958 - (Picture) - Dr. Barney Osborne, Jr., 34, of 1014 Mastin Avenue, has been practicing in Ironton since 1954. He was born here, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Barney Osborne, Sr., and graduated from Ironton High School. Dr. Osborne attended Marshall College, and the University of Cincinnati. He interned at St. Mary’s Hospital, Cincinnati. Dr. Osborne served with the U. S. Army from 1942 until 1945. He is in general practice, with offices at 6

th and Pine. Golf is his hobby.

Dr. Osborne married Virginia Blanton of Ironton and they have two children, Victoria, 8, and David, six months.

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Palmer, Dr. L. W. Occupation: M. D. Office: Fourth between Etna and Hecla, Ironton, Ohio (1882).

Patterson, Dr. C. F. Occupation: M. D.

I. R. Feb. 26, 1903 - Dr. Patterson Dead. - Dr. C. F. Patterson, our old friend of Olive Furnace, and later who moved to Ironton and settled near Coal Grove, died last Wednesday at an early hour. He had been ailing for some time and suffering for several years from some trouble of the lungs, daily growing weaker and realizing the hopeless condition of his health. He was a very genial, friendly man and had a great many friends all over the county. He married a daughter of our old friend Griffith living near Olive Furnace, and his home at that place was a marvel of neatness and elegance, and the beauty of his wife and family were often remarked. He leaves besides the widow, their two sons, now nearly grown, Earl and Carroll, and they all have the sympathy of their many friends in their bereavement. We shall miss the cheering smile of the doctor. PILGRIM.

Payne, Dr. Alva Burton Occupation: M. D. Office: 411 Center St., Ironton, Ohio (1958) Ironton Tribune, Sunday, April 6, 1958 - (Picture) - Dr. Alva Burton Payne, 28, of 221 N. 5

th, is the younger half of Ironton’s only father-and-son combination. He was

born at Arabia, a son of Dr. and Mrs. A. J. Payne, and attended Waterloo and Ironton High Schools. Dr. Payne received his medical education at Ohio State University, and interned at Grant Hospital, Columbus. He entered general practice here in July, 1957. Dr. and Mrs. Payne, the former Leona Darling of Wilgus, have two children, James A., 3, and Patricia, 1. Dr. Payne has office at 411 Center with his father.

Payne, Dr. A. Justin Occupation: M. D., late 30’s - approx. 1946. Office: 411 Center St., Ironton, Ohio. Ironton Tribune, Sunday, April 6, 1958 (Picture) - Dr. A. Justin Payne, 50, of 111 S. 8

th, was born at Wilgus, a son of Mr. and Mrs. Alva Payne. Dr. Payne began prctice

at Waterloo in 1936, but relocated in Ironton in 1946.


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He graduated from Aid High School, and attended Rio Grande College, teaching there for three years. He received his degree in medicine from Ohio State University, and interned at Grant Hospital, Columbus. Dr. Payne is in general practice and surgery, with offices at 411 Center. Farming is his hobby. He married Pearl Vermillion of Arabia and they have five children: Dr. Burton Payne, Paul Payne, 24, Justine, 19; Bea, 16, and David, ten months.

Payne, Dr. William Paul, D. D. S. Occupation: Dentist

Payne, Dr. William V. death of see - I.R. SEP. 06, 1855

Peck, Dr. death of see - I.R. FEB. 03, 1881

Petrany, Dr. Stephen Occupation: M. D.

Porter, Dr. James T., D. D. S. Occupation: Dentist

Porter, Dr. Theodore J., D. D. S. Occupation: Dentist

Potter, Dr. William Occupation: I. R. Sept. 7, 1854 - Died - On Aug. 29

th, near West Union, Adams county, at the

residence of his father, Dr. William Potter, of Olive Furnace, in the 25th year of his age.

Potter, Dr. E. Willis, D. D. S. Occupation: Dentist

Prasse, Dr. Joan, D. V. M. Occupation: Veterinarian

Prasse, Dr. Robert, D. V. M. Occupation: Veterinarian

Prater, Dr. Gregory, D. D. S. Occupation: Dentist

Pricer, Dr. William E. Occupation: M. D. Listed in Ironton City Directory in 1902. Still practicing in 1915.

I. R. Jan. 2, 1912 - Miss Nelle Pricer, who has been spending the Christmas holiday with her parents, Dr. and Mrs. W. E. Pricer, will return to Cincinnati Tuesday, where she will continue her studies in Kindergarten work.

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I.R. JAN. 22, 1852 - Married on the 14th, by Rev. Mr. Hampton, Dr. John Pringle

of Hanging Rock, Ohio to Miss Emily Cole of Greenup county.

Pritchard, Dr. Occupation:

I.R. MAR. 30, 1899 - FERGUSON, JOHN This well known resident of Fayette township died at the home of Dr. Pritchard, his son-in-law, at Nelsonville, O., last Friday, aged 79 years. Interment at Woodland. The sons and sons-in-law, and W. P. Davidson, a nephew, of St. Paul, were the pallbearers. The children are Mrs. Dr. Pritchard, Vinton Ferguson, of W. Va., Mrs. Wm. Thompson of Columbus, Samuel and Theodore Ferguson of South Point and James Ferguson of New Mexico. The latter was not able to be present.

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Rafey, Dr. Ernest G. Occupation: M. D. Office: 110 N. 5


Ironton Tribune, Sunday, April 6, 1958 - (Picture) - Dr. Ernest G. Rafey, 32, of 2555 S. 7

th, is a native of Hopewell, Va., the son of Mr. and Mrs. Sam Rafey, he has

been practicing here since 1955. Dr. Rafey graduated from Hopewell High School, and attended V. P. I. for a year before entering military service. He served with the U. S. Air Force and the Infantry from 1943 until 1946. He received his degree in medicine from the University of Virginia, Charlottesville, and interned at Cincinnati General Hospital. Dr. Rafey is in general practice with offices at 110 N. 5

th.

Ramey, Dr. John H. Occupation: M. D. at Rock Camp.

IWR APRIL 19, 1897 - Rock Camp Notes -Dr. J. H. Ramey and wife are funishing, in elegant style, their new home where the Dr. will be found ready to answer calls. He is one of our most popular young men and his wife is an estimable lady.

Ramey, Dr. M. E.

Occupation: M.D. at Rock Camp.

IWR APRIL 19, 1897 - Dr. M. E. Ramey is improving his residence by putting a rock wall in front with the intention of putting a handsome fence on top.

Ramsey, Dr. J.

Occupation: Dentist

I.R. SEPT. 24, 1857 - Married on the 23rd inst., at Pine Grove Furnace, by Rev.

Mr. Towler, Dr. J. Ramsey (Dentist) of Springfield, Ohio to Mrs. Emma M. Steele, of the former place.


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Raney, Dr. M. E. Occupation: M. D.

Ray, Dr. Daniel Occupation: M. D.

Ray, Dr. Hugh Occupation: M. D.

Reger, Dr. Harry S. Occupation: M. D.


Reinhart, Dr. F. W. Occupation: M. D. and Minister. Office: S. Third Street, Ironton, Ohio (1892)

I.R. JAN. 31, 1901 (abstract) - Dr. F. W. Reinhart died at home on South Fifth street. He was past 57 years of age. He was born in Germany March 13, 1843 and came to US with his parents when 1 year old, locating in Indiana. He came to Ironton about 26 years ago. Minister of German M. E. church for 27 years, and at the time of his death was a local preacher connected with the Spencer M. E. Church. He left active service in the ministry to take up the study of medicine, and had been a practitioner for many years prior to his death. Wife and five children survive him: Dr. E. W. Reinhart of Salineville, O., Mrs. T. W. Westlake of Muncie, Ind., Dr. Harry L. Reinhart of Matewan, W.Va., Mrs. J. Finley Clayton of Lawrence, Kansas, C. E. Reinhart and Misses Stella and Bessie Reinhart of this city.

Reinhart, Dr. Harry L. Occupation: M. D.


Remy, Dr. T. H. Occupation: M. D.

Listed in Ironton City Directory in 1902.

*Reynolds - I. R. April 14, 1887 - Dr. Reynolds the noted cancer doctor of this county, has moved to Beattyville, opposite Portsmouth.

Reynolds, Dr. J. W. Occupation: M. D. Office: S. Third Street, Ironton, Ohio (1892).

Reynolds, Dr. William W. Occupation: Physician and surgeon at Proctorville.

I.R. Oct. 30, 1890 - Dr. Reynolds, of Proctorville, is studying surgery at Philadelphia.

I.R. SEP. 03, 1891 - Dr. W. W. Reynolds of Proctorville, went to Columbus, last Monday. He thinks of locating there.


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I.R. Feb. 11, 1892 - In the faculty of the Ohio Medical University recently established at Columbus, we notice the name of Dr. W. W. Reynolds, formerly of Proctorville, who is designated as the Professor of Descriptive Anatomy, circulatory and visceral. The Doctor’s many friends in this region observe with great pleasure his progress in his profession.

Rhone, Dr. Occupation: M. D.

Richardson, Dr. B. M. Occupation: M. D.

Richardson, Dr. L. J.

Occupation: of Ashland, Boyd Co., Ky.

I.R. JAN. 28, 1913 - Terrance P. Mulligan was born in Hartlepool, Eng., and came to this country when quite young, settling in Cincinnati and later coming to Ironton, where he has been a resident ever since. He was married in this city to Miss Mary Anna Cloran and to the union the following children, all surviving were born: Mrs. J. R. O’Brien, and Mrs. T. J. Dahill of Lima; Mrs. Dr. L. J. Richardson of Ashland; Katherine, Bertha and Thomas at home. Besides the above children two brothers, T. J. of Lima and Owen of this city and one sister, Mrs. P. J. Lynch survive the demised, together with a devoted wife.

Richardson, Dr. W. S. Occupation: Office: Third between Center and Olive, Ironton, Ohio (1882)

Richmond, Dr. Lewis C. Occupation: M. D.

Rickets, Dr. G. R. Occupation: M. D.

Ricketts, Dr. B. M.

Occupation: M. D.

Office: Second between Center and Olive, Ironton, Ohio (1882)

I.R. MAY 21, 1885 - Marriage - Dr. B. M. Ricketts, of New York City, and Miss Jennie Clark, daughter of D. H. Clark, were united in marriage this morning, at the home of the bride. Rev. James Hill officiating. In New York they will have rooms on Murray Hill, at 146 East 36

th-st.

I. R. March 4, 1886 - Dr. B. M. Ricketts spent Sunday in town. He came up to Portsmouth to perform a couple surgical operations. He says his business in Cincinnati is starting out finely.

I.R. March 17, 1898 - Dr. B. M. Ricketts was in town Monday. He had been up at his old home, and was carrying back to Cincinnati his old triangle that he used to play


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when he was a musician. He was at one time the best triangle player in Lawrence county, and could keep up with any tune that was played.

Rickets, Dr. E. S. Occupation: I. R. July 12, 1877 - Dr. E. S. Rickets, of Portsmouth, peeped in on us last week. He was on his way to see the old folks at home. He wore the air of prosperity.

Robinson, Dr. Alfred Occupation: Druggist Office: Third and Chestnut, Ironton, Ohio (1892) I. R. Oct. 30, 1879 - Dr. Alfred Robinson of Arabia came to Ironton to see the new invention called the telephone….Dr. Robinson later moved to Ironton where he was in the drug business until he went to Columbus and served as sergeant-at-arms in the legislature, where he died. I.R. Dec. 24, 1903 - Dr. and Mrs. Robinson and daughters, Nellie and Pauline, went to Columbus Sunday, the doctor on business and the others to visit Mrs. W. C. (do not have end) I. R. March 19, 1908 - Badly Injured. - Dr. A. Robinson, the well known druggist on south Third street, fell while bowling a game of ten pins on the Black alleys Friday afternoon at 3:30 o’clock and broke his left arm just above the wrist. One bone was broken and the other was dislocated, making what is known as Collie’s fracture. He fell very hard and his head struck the floor heavily, also. Dr. Merchant was at hand and gave him immediate attention and he was then taken home in a carriage and the fracture was reduced.

Rogers, Dr. P. Occupation: M. D. Office: Third near Vine, Ironton, Ohio (1892).

Rogers, Dr. Occupation: M. D. at Rock Camp, Lawrence Co., Oh. I. R. March 24, 1892 - Rock Camp - Dr. Rogers is improving slowly from an attack of la grippe and lung trouble.

Roth, Dr. Occupation: Radiologist

Russell, Dr. Andrew L. Occupation: M. D.

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Sadler, Occupation: Pathologist

Scraff, Dr. J. G. Occupation: Office: Center House, Ironton, Ohio (1882).

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Occupation: M. D. I. R. Sept. 2, 1875 - Powellsville - Dr. John Sellards has his brother helping him in his practice, as he is a candidate on the Republican ticket, in Scioto county, for Representative, and is helping conduct the campaign.

Scaggs, Dr. Virgil Occupation: M. D.

Scariff, Dr. J. G. Occupation: M. D.

Scott, Dr. C. A.

Occupation: M. D.

I.R. June 12, 1900 - Dr. C. A. Scott, who formerly lived here, is practicing his profession and prospering at Maple Landing, Iowa.

Scott, Dr. James I. R. Feb. 2, 1860 - Died on the 21

st of Jan., 1860, at Lebanon, Warren County, Ohio, little Johnny,

only son of Dr. James and Hannah A. Scott, aged four years.

Shattuck, Dr. Charles I.R. May 28, 1891 - Dr. Chas. Shattuck spent Sunday here (South Point).

Shattuck, Dr. John Occupation: M. D. in Coal Grove. M. D. at Marion in 1885.

Listed in Ironton City Directory in 1902. I.R. Feb. 11, 1892 - Dr. Shattuck has been employed Infirmary physician for

another year.

I.R. March 17, 1892 - (Coal Grove) - Dr. John Shattuck is home after a few weeks visit to relations in the country.

I. R. MARCH 31, 1892 - The question of a change in the county road from Dr. Gills’ to Dr. Shattuck’s, at Coal Grove, is agitating the good people and the City Council of Coal Grove.

I.R. May 20, 1892 - Dr. Wm. Shattuck was down at Cincinnati to see John Yates graduate from the law school, last Tuesday.

I. R. Oct. 11, 1900 - The Symmes Valley Free Will Baptist Church will be dedicated the third Sunday in October. … This is the church Rev. John Hill has labored so faithfully to build. The church is situated on the Dr. John Shattuck farm near Marion. Everybody cordially invited.

Shaw, Dr. E. W. Occupation: Dentist. Over T. S. Eachus Store. Advertisement: Feb. 7, 1917.

Shaw, Jos. P. Occupation: Druggist - successor to Moxley, Barber, Egerton & Mather, at the Old Stand, above the Railroad, Ironton, Ohio - I. R. Feb. 14, 1861.


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Shepard, Dr. Luther E. Occupation:

I.R. OCT. 06, 1853 - Died in Louisa, Ky., on the 19th ult., Mrs. Elizabeth, wife of

Dr. Luther E. Shepard, aged 34.

Sheridan, Dr. J. W. Occupation: Optometrist Office: 308 Park Avenue, Ironton, Ohio, Ph. 218. (Adv. 1940)

Shiels, J. Occupation: Pathologist

Shields, Dr. E. Occupation: Dentist

I.R. JUN. 23, 1887 - Drs. O. Arnold and E. Shields have formed a partnership for dental practice at Ironton. The firm will be Arnold & Shields. They have engaged rooms in Campbell’s block over Hill Bros.’ Store, and will start up next week. The firm, also, carries on the Columbus office and will alternate between the two offices. Dr. Shields is a young man of considerable experience in the business and is highly recommended.

I.R. Feb. 23, 1888 - Dr. Miller, the dentist, has bought out Arnold & Shields’ dental room and will occupy them next week. Dr. Shields will return to Cincinnati.

Shipman, Dr. H. B. I.R. March 8, 1860 - DIED - On Feb. 2?, in Marietta, Mrs. Hannah Cotton, wife of Dr. H. B. Shipman, of that place.

Silbaugh, Dr. Will

I.R. June 06, 1895 - Dr. Will Silbaugh is among the happy and hopeful ones. He is to be married on June 12, at Royalton, Ohio, to Miss Anne Crede.

Sillbaugh, Dr. John J.

I.R. MAR. 03, 1892- Mrs. Maggie W., wife of Dr. John J. Sillbaugh died at her home in Royalton, Fairfield county, Ohio, age of 27 years. The deceased was Miss Maggie Welch, sister of John Welch . . . popular school teach in this county. In 1886 she married Dr. Sillbaugh. Leaves a son and daughter, husband. Burial at Woodland. She was the daughter of Thomas and Mary Welch and was born at Hecla Furnace, Lawrence county, Ohio, on June 4, 1863. She died Feb. 25

th, 1892, age 28y8m21d.

Married Dr. S. on Mar. 22, 1886. Three children were the fruit of this union. The two oldest, Carl and Mary survive with their father. The youngest lies beside its mother in the casket before us.

I. R. March 24, 1892 - Coal Grove - “Doc” Sillbaugh still attends the Coal Grove public schools.

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Occupation: Dentist I. R. Aug. 2, 1877 - Dr. Sloan will be absent from town for about a month. He will go to Lake county, this State, for a few days, then to Rockwood, Minn., to visit relatives, and from there to Chicago, where he will attend the annual session of the American Dental Association.

I. R. May 28, 1891 - Elisha W. Sloan, of Minnesota, brother of Dr. E. C. Sloan, is here on a visit. He belonged to the 5

th Iowa Cavalry during the war.

*Dr. Sloan practiced in Bartramville in 1885.

Smith, Dr. Eugene Occupation: Dentist, 1910

Smith, Dr. Harry R., D. D. S. Occupation: Dentist, 1910

Smith, Dr. Robert G. Occupation: M. D. Office: Chesapeake, Lawrence Co., Ohio. Ironton Tribune, Sunday, April 6, 1958 - (Picture) - Dr. Robert G. Smith, 34, has offices in Chesapeake but resides in Proctorville. He is a native of Huntington, the son of Mr. and Mrs. George Smith. He is a graduate of Proctorville High School, attended Marshall College for one year, and received his degree in medicine from Ohio State University. Dr. Smith served with the U. S. Air Force from 1943 until 1946, and began practice at Chesapeake in 1955, after interning at St. Mary’s Hospital in Huntington. Dr. and Mrs. Smith, the former Mary Ellen Trent of Proctorville, have six children; Robert 13; Annette Mare, 10; Mark 7; Peter, 6; Teresa, 4, and Jane Ellen, 2.

Smith, Dr. Vincent V. Occupation: M. D. IET Sunday, June 1, 1941 - Dr. and Mrs. Smith and Family Leave For Week’s Visit - Dr. and Mrs. V. V. Smith and family will leave today for a week’s visit in Cleveland and Warren, Ohio. Dr. Smith will attend the American Medical Association meeting at Cleveland and Mrs. Smith and family will visit with relatives at Warren, Ohio. They will return to Ironton, Monday, June 9

th.

Smith, Dr. W. P. Occupation: M. D.

Snyder, Dr. Homer Of Columbus, in 1905.

Snyder, Dr. O. H. Occupation: M. D.


Solari, Dr. T. Occupation:


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Sparks, Dr. Edward P. I. R. Feb. 27, 1908 - Dr. Sparks Here - Dr. Edward P. Sparks, surgeon in charge of the Miner’s hospital at McKendree, W. Va., was here Monday, calling on friends. He is the son of Rev. and Mrs. Sparks, who were once residents of our city several years, while Rev. Sparks was minister at Wesley Church.

Spaulding, Dr. A. G.

Occupation: Physician.

I.R. DEC. 26, 1878 - Of Greenup (KY) died at his home last Friday. He was a physician about 60 years of age.

Spears, Dr., George Newton Occupation: M. D. Office: 2213 S. 9

th Street, Ironton, Ohio (1958)

Ironton Tribune, Sunday, April 6, 1958 - (Picture) - Dr. George Newton Spears, 41, of 422 S. 6

th, is the son of George R. and Esther D. Spears, and a graduate of

Ironton High School. Dr. Spears graduated from Marshall College with an A. B. degree in 1938, and received his medical degree from Western Reserve University’s School of Medicine in 1942. He interned at University Hospitals of Cleveland, and served with the U. S. Army in Europe from 1944 until 1946. After this, he returned to Cleveland to complete four years of surgery residency at University Hospitals. In 1948, Dr. Spears returned to Ironton to begin practice in general surgery. He is married to the former Alys Peregrine of Berea, O. They have four children: Alys Caroline, 12; George Ross, 9; James Newton, 6, and Janet Gail, 3. Model railroading is the doctor’s hobby. Dr. Spears is diplomat of the American Board of General Surgery, since October, 1952, and a member of the American College of Surgeons since 1950. His office is at 2213 S. 9

th.

*A Dr. Stewart located on Sand Fork in 1885. Doesn’t give first name. He was the son-in-law of Dr. Hudson.

Stewart, Dr. C. E. Occupation: M. D., 1870’s?

Listed in the 1914 Ironton City Directory. I. R. Jan. 8, 1890 - (South Point) - Dr. Stewart’s drugstore is an important

addition to our community, and no doubt will obtain deserved patronage. (which Dr. Stewart?)

I. R. May 28, 1891 - (South Point) Mr. Daniel Webster is still studying medicine with Dr. Stewart. (need to check which Dr. Stewart this is…smk) I. R. May 28, 1891 - (South Point) Dr. Stewart’s Catlettsburg practice is still increasing. (need to check which Dr. Stewart…smk)

Stewart, Dr. D. G. Occupation: M. D.

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Occupation: M. D., 1920’s

Stewart, Dr. Scott death of see ISWR MAY 22, 1917

Stickrath, Dr. Chilson M., D. D. S. Occupation: Dentist

Stokes, Dr. Occupation: Homoeopathist I. R. Aug. 24, 1854 - Advertisement - Dr. Stokes, Homoeopathist, Respectfully offers his professional services to the citizens of Ironton and vicinity. Office on Third street, east of the Post Office, the same lately occupied by Dr. Bing.

Stone, Dr. John ? F. Occupation: M. D., 1890’s. (at Waterloo ?)

Stotts, Dr. Roscoe G. Occupation: M. D. Listed in the 1914 Ironton City Directory. Later moved to Kenova, W. Va.

Sturgeon, Dr. Harold Occupation: D. O.

Sturgill, Dr.

I. R. Apr. 16, 1891 - Burlington - Dr. Sturgill of Ceredo was in town a few days ago.

Sumpter, Dr. W. H. Occupation: M. D. Office: S. Eighth Street, Ironton, Ohio (1892).

Swango, Dr. Jefferson D. Occupation: M. D., 1930’s - Nov. 15, 1957

Swango, Dr. W. Ray Occupation: M. D. Office: 517 Park Avenue, Ironton, Ohio. Ironton Tribune, Sunday, April 6, 1958 - (Picture) - Dr. W. Ray Swango, 51, of 625 S. 6

th, began practice here in 1939. He is a native of Helechawa, Ky., the son of Mr.

and Mrs. W. W. Swango. Dr. Swango attended Hazel Green Academy, Hazel Green, Ky., Transylvania College, Lexington, and Tulane in New Orleans. He interned at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Lexington. Dr. Swango, who also has an A. B. degree, came to Boyd County, Kentucky, as health officer in the U. S. Air Force, two years of this time overseas. Dr. and Mrs. Swango, the former Thelma Martin of Chesapeake, have two children: Roger, 15, and Suzanne, 8. Dr. Swango, who is in general practice, has offices at 517 Park Avenue. Time and weather permitting, he’s known to play golf.


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Swartzwelder, Dr. A. C. Occupation: Physician in Ironton in the 1860’s.

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Taylor, Dr. James I.R. March 8, 1860 - MARRIED - On Feb. 29

th, in Cincinnati, by Rev. J. Chester,

Dr. James Taylor and Miss Isabella P. McMaster, all of that city.

Thomas, Dr. Practiced in Scott Town in 1885.

Tismo, Dr. Patrio Occupation: M. D.

Toothman, Dr. Mary, D. V. M. Occupation: Veterinarian

Triest, Occupation: Pathologist

Trumbo, Dr. G. W. Occupation: M. D. I.R. Jan. 19, 1860 - DIED - On Jan. 5

th, in Millersport, of pneumonia, Sarah

Eugenia, daughter of Dr. G. W. and Fannie Trumbo, aged 2 months and 22 days.

I.R. OCT. 16, 1890 - Dr. Trumbo - This well known and respected citizen of this county met his death by accident at Millersport, last Tuesday. He fell into a cistern, and whether he was drowned or fatally hurt we did not learn, as only the sad announcement of his death has reached us. Since the above was in type, we learn the Doctor was having the cistern repaired and was handling down a piece of board when he slipped and fell in the cistern, breaking his neck. Also See I. R. Oct. 23, 1890 - He married Miss Bartram, daughter of James A. Bartram in 1850 had 2 boys and 2 girls.

Tyrrell, Dr. Wm. S.

I.R. FEB. 05, 1857 - Married on the 26th ult., Dr. Wm. S. Tyrrell, of Welston,

Scioto county, to Miss Kate Stephenson, of Jackson Furnace.

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Unnikrishnan, Dr. E. W. Occupation: M. D.

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VanVleck, J. A., D. D. S. Occupation: Dentist

Vidt, Dr. Charles E. Occupation: M. D.


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Office: In his home at 901 S. 6th St., Ironton, Ohio.

Ironton Tribune, Sunday, April 6, 1958 - (Picture) - Dr. C. E. Vidt, 69, who has his home and offices at 901 S. 6

th, is a native of Brooklyn, New York, the son of Mr. and

Mrs. Gustave Vidt. Dr. Vidt attended high school in Brooklyn and received his medical education at the University of Louisville. He interned in a New York hospital. Dr. Vidt began practicing at Russell in 1915, and moved to Ironton in 1930, where he continues in general practice. Dr. and Mrs. Vidt, the former Bernice Hughes of Louisville, have one child, Mrs. R. L. (Ruth) Henry. His spare time is devoted to his farm and prize cattle.

Virgin, Dr. Tony, D. D. S. Occupation: Dentist

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Wakefield, Dr. J. D.

Occupation: Physician at Lawrence Furnace.

I.R. May 20, 1892 - Dr. J. D. Wakefield is practicing at Lawrence furnace, and Dr. W. L. Griffith at Texas Hollow. They are excellent men.

Walton, Dr. Chas. E. Occupation: M. D. Ironton 1880’s I.R. Nov. 15, 1883 - Dr. Chas. E. Walton, formerly of Ironton, is now in New York, and in a few weeks will sail for Europe, where he will remain eight months, and take a course of study in one of the medical institutions of Vienna.

Warrier, Dr. R. Occupation:

Watters, Joseph J., D. D. S. Occupation: Dentist

Webster, Dr. Daniel J. Occupation: M. D., 1900 (see Sept. 1956 I.T.) Office: Waterloo (1902) I. R. May 28, 1891 - (South Point) Mr. Daniel Webster is still studying medicine with Dr. Stewart. Ironton Tribune, Sunday, April 6, 1958 - (Picture) - Dr. Dan J. Webster, 91, is the dean of Ironton’s medical fraternity. He retired last year after practicing for more than 65 years. Dr. Webster was born at Sand Fork in Gallia County, and attended Normal Academy, Gallipolis, and Miami of Ohio. Dr. Webster practiced around Russell while still a student, and began formal practice here in 1916 after a post-graduate course in New York City. Dr. Webster married Ida McBride of Vernon Furnace. They reside at 1656 N. 2

nd, where he had his office during the last years of practice. Gardening is the doctor’s

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Webster, Dr. Joseph Occupation: M. D., 1900 Waterloo.

Wells, Dr.

I. R. SEPT. 22, 1892 - Dr. Wells, of Etna, has gone down on the Kentucky river to take a vacation.

I.R. Feb. 17, 1898 - Dr. And Mrs. Wells returned from New York Sunday, where he has been attending the special lectures. They will move from Etna to their nice new house on Olive street, this week.

I. R. Dec. 24, 1903 - Miss Alice Crickenbarger, of Haverhill, who has made her home with Dr. and Mrs. Wells on Park Avenue attending high school here, returned to her home Friday.

Wells, Dr. Elmer E. Occupation: M. D. at Texas Hollow, Lawrence County, Ohio. Listed in Ironton City Directory in 1902.

I.R. JAN. 24, 1901- Thomas Wells, a well-known citizen of Hanging Rock, and father of Dr. E. E. Wells of this city, died at his home last Saturday. Dr. and Mrs. Wells went to Hanging Rock this afternoon to arrange for the funeral.

Werthammer, Dr. J. Occupation: M. D. and pathologist.

White, Dr. John F. Occupation: M. D. at Lawrence Furnace.

I. R. Nov. 23, 1877 - Dr. J. F. White, who formerly lived at Lawrence furnace has returned there to practice medicine. We are glad he is a Lawrence Countian again.

I. R. January 1, 1880 - Doc Dempsey is going to occupy his room next to Dr. White’s office, as a wall paper store.

I. R. March 03, 1887 - SAVAGE, MRS. W. J. - The deceased was formerly, Miss Mame White, daughter of Dr. J. F. White, and a most estimable young lady. Only a few weeks before her death, and while upon her sick bed, she was wedded Mr. W. J. Savage, who is left thus early in life, with an irreparable sorrow. Died Feb. 22, aged about 19.

I. R. July 23, 1891 - A Change. - Dr. O. Ellison, who has served for two years on the Pension Medical Board of this county, retires from the position and Dr. J. F. White has been appointed in his place.

I.R. Jan. 21, 1892 - Dr. J. F. White is quite sick, with pneumonia, it is reported. Drs. Williams and Shattuck conducted the pensions examination today.

I.R. FEB. 11, 1892 Dr. J. F. White, a prominent physician of this county died at his residence near Lawrence Furnace, last Thursday. He was taken sick with pneumonia some weeks ago, and was very sick from the start. Two weeks ago he was reported dead, but the rumor turned out to be untrue. The sad news is now too true. Dr. White was well known all over Lawrence county, for he has lived here for many years, and has been prominent in political circles. At the time of his death he was one of the Pension Medical Examiners of this county.


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I.R. MAR. 03, 1892 -John F. White was born at Barboursville, Cabell county, Va., Jan. 18, 1839, died at the age of 58y 17d. Removing with his parents, Samuel L. and Rebecca White, to Ohio in 1846. Civil War in Co. M., 7

th Ohio Calvary. Married on the

14th day of Aug., 1862 to Miss Sarah E. Waddell, of Centerville, Ohio with whom he had

three daughters, Eva B., Carrie A., and Mamie R., all passing over the Dark River several years ago; their mother preceding them on Oct. 3, 1880. He married the 2

nd

time on 7th day of August 1882 to Miss Eva Nixon of Ironton, she dying November 1883.

His 3 daughters following soon after, Eva B. died March 1884; Mamie R. died Feb. 22, 1887; and Carrie A. died Nov. 29, 1887. He married the 3

rd wife on 17

th day of May

1888, Miss Cathrine Rutroff, his present wife who survives him with two children, Charles L. aged 3 years and a little daughter aged six days old.

I.R. Feb. 18, 1892 - APPOINTED. - Dr. C. G. Gray has been appointed Medical Pension Examiner in place of Dr. J. F. White, deceased. Dr. Gray is a capable physician, has had experience in the office and will make an acceptable and efficient examiner.

White, Dr. J. M. Occupation: Office: Center between 4

th and 5

th, Ironton, Ohio (1882)

Office: Masonic Temple, Ironton, Ohio (1892). Listed in Ironton City Directory in 1902.

I. R. Jan. 6, 1887 - Dr. J. M. White has been spending a few days in Parkersburg; returned home last night.

I.R. June 2, 1887 - Dr. J. M. White has gone to Parkersburg for a few days visit among the scenes of his youth. He will be back next Tuesday.

I. R. Feb. _, 1906 - Dr. White, who has been confined to his home for some time with typhoid-pneumonia has taken a decided change for the better.

Wileman, Dr. George M., D. D. S. Occupation: Dentist

Williams, Dr. Charles E. Occupation: M. D.

Listed in the 1914 Ironton City Directory. Later moved to Ashland, Boyd Co., Ky.

I. R. April 16, 1891 - (Burlington) - J. T. Watts, Lum Shepherd, and Mr. Preddy are working on Dr. Williams’ house.

I. R. May 28, 1891 - (Burlington) Dr. Williams’ house will soon be ready for occupancy.

I.R. Jan. 21, 1892 - Dr. J. F. White is quite sick, with pneumonia, it is reported. Drs. Williams and Shattuck conducted the pensions examination today.


Willis, Dr. Kevin Occupation: M. D.

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Occupation: M. D. Office: Fifth and Lawrence, Ironton, Ohio (1882 & 1892).

I.R. Dec. 23, 1852 - Wm. F. Willson, M. D., Medical Examiner.

I.R. Oct. 16, 1890 - Dr. And Mrs. W. F. Willson will celebrate their golden wedding, next week.

I.R. FEB. 17, 1898 - Mrs. Jerusha A. Willson, wife of Dr. W. F. Willson, died at her home on Lawrence street, last Friday. Had ovarian tumor. She was born in Adams county, December 20, 1821, and so was over 76 years old. Her maiden name was Wilson and she married Dr. Willson at West Union, October 28, 1840. They moved to Ironton in 1851 and have since lived here. The husband is in his 84

th year, lays sick in

bed . . . Burial at Woodland. The pall bearers were David Nixon, E. Bixby, J. H. Moulton, John Snyder, Geo. N. Gray, and E. S. Wilson. Mrs. Wilson, the wife of Prof. Wilson, of Va., Mr. John Wilson, son of John O. Wilson, an Ironton school boy of many years ago; Mr. and Mrs. N. W. Evans of Portsmouth, were those from abroad who came to pay their last respect.

I.R. SEP. 05, 1878 - Died at Memphis on Aug. 26, 1878, John O. Wilson,

nephew of Dr. W. F. Wilson. NEED TO COPY

Wilson, Dr. DeWitt Clinton Occupation: Physician Office: Fourth and Center, Ironton, Ohio (1882).

Listed in Ironton City Directory in 1902. Dr. D. C. Wilson moved to California prior to 1914 city directory.

I.R. JUN. 20, 1878 - Mrs. Sarah Wilson, the mother of Mrs. Jona Morris and Dr. D. C. Wilson, died at the residence of the former, last Saturday, in her 70

th year. The

remains were taken to Burlington for burial

I.R. Oct. 11, 1883 - Dr. D. C. Wilson was married and voted for Grant on the same day.

I. R. Sept. 8, 1887 - Dr. D. C. Wilson is in Washington City. He has our thanks for papers giving all about the great medical congress.

I.R. Jan. 21, 1892 - Dr. D. C. Wilson occupies his new residence.

I.R. Mar. 24, 1892 - Dr. D. C. Wilson will on the first of April, sever his connection with the firm of Morris & Wilson and establish his office at his residence on Sixth street. Dr. says he has been associated with Dr. Morris as student and partner for over 20 years and their separation now is only on the account of the inconvenience of having his office so far away from his family and home.

I. R. July 13, 1899 - Dr. and Mrs. D. C. Wilson will leave for Bay View, Michigan, tomorrow. The doctor will stay about three weeks, but Mrs. Wilson will remain all summer. When the doctor returns, their daughter, Mrs. Miller, will go to her mother.

I. R. April 25, 1901 - The names of Dr. D. C. Wilson and William Richards for Memorial Hall trustees were presented, and under suspension of the rules, their appointments were confirmed by a unanimous vote on call of the roll.

I.R. June 12, 1902 - Drs. Lester Keller and D. C. Wilson left Sunday for Saratoga, N. Y. to attend a medical association meeting. Mrs. Keller accompanied them.


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I.R. June 12, 1902 - Mrs. I. S. Wilson and son of Getaway were the guest of her brother, Dr. D. C. Wilson of South 6

th street, last week.

IST FEB. 03, 1935 - Carmi Alderman of Third and Center streets was notified by wire that his brother-in-law, Dr. DeWitt Clinton Wilson had died at his home in Los Angeles, Calif. Friday night. The message came from Dr. Wilson’s son-in-law, K. A. Miller. Dr. Wilson, had he lived until May 1

st next, would have been 89 years of age. He

was born at Burlington. He united in marriage to Miss Alderman, October 8, 1872 until she died June 18, 1930. Dr. and Mrs. Wilson had but one child, a daughter, Veatrice, who a number of years ago was married to Kent Miller, at that time a rising young lawyer of Ironton. When the Wilsons moved to California, Mr. and Mrs. Miller accompanied them. The Miller’s have but one son, D. C. Miller, named in honor and after his grandfather. Dr. Wilson was in practice of medicine with Dr. Jonathan Morris, his brother-in-law, who married Dr. Wilson’s favorite sister.

Also see IET Feb. 06, 1935.

Wilson, Dr. Robert C., D. D. S. Occupation: Dentist

Wiseman, Dr. John S. Occupation: M. D. Listed in the 1914 Ironton City Directory.

Wiseman, Dr. Sam Occupation: I. R. Dec. 30, 1875 - Dr. Sam Wiseman, of this county, now attending Miami Med. College at Cincinnati, has been having a touch of small pox.

Wood, Dr. J. J.

Occupation: Eye doctor in Ironton in the 1860’s.

I.R. JAN. 04, 1894 - Dr. J. J. Wood, an old citizen of this county, died at his home in Fayette township, last Sunday, and was buried Monday. His age was 73 years. For a long time he was a resident of Ironton where he practiced as an eye doctor.

Wood, Dr. Vernon Burton Occupation: M. D. Office: At his home 115 N. 6


Ironton Tribune, Sunday, April 6, 1958 - (Picture) - Dr. Vernon Burton Wood, 52, of 115 N. 6

th, has been in general practice here since 1931. He was born at Aid, the son

of Mr. and Mrs. C. O. Wood. Dr. Wood graduated from Aid High School, and received his degree in medicine from Ohio State University. He interned at University Hospital, Columbus. Dr. and Mrs. Wood, the former Lucille Lintner of Ironton, have two children, Charles, 18, and Stephen, 14. Dr. Wood has his offices at his home. He is a sports fan, and Ironton’s perennial “delegate” to the Rose Bowl game.

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Occupation: M. D. Listed in the 1914 Ironton City Directory.

Woodhouse, Dr. Occupation: Homeopathic physician. I. R. July 12, 1877 - A homeopathic physician, Dr. Woodhouse, has opened an office in this town.

Work, Dr. B.

I.R. MAR. 17, 1853 - Married on yesterday, in this town (Ironton), by Rev. J. M. Kelley, Dr. B. Work, of Portsmouth, to Miss Magnitia Hutchins, of Gallia county.

Wright, Dr. J. F., D. D. S. Occupation: Dentist

Wright, Dr. W. H., D. D. S. Occupation: Dentist

I.R. NOV. 30, 1905 - Dr. W. H. Wright and Earl Murdock leave tomorrow for Marion, O., to spend Thanksgiving day with friends there. They will not return till Saturday.

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Yalamanchili, Dr. Rao Occupation: Radiologist

York, Dr. Victor, D. D. S. Occupation: Dentist

Youch, Dr. Occupation:

I.R. Nov. 21, 1895 - Miss Jennie, the oldest daughter of Mr. Will H. Bonsell, formerly of Ironton and Portsmouth, was married to Dr. Youch, at Los Angeles, Nov. 12.

Zimmerman, Dr. James Occupation: Radiologist

doctors of lawrence county ohio - miles shute kouns families

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