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101	Arthur Barlow was born in Barnsville, Ohio on October 8, 1900 during William McKinley's Administration (1837-1901) . He was the oldest of six children and lived in Barnesville until sometime in 1907 when the family decided to move to Texas. Arthur lived and worked on the Spring Hill Dairy Farm until he was around twenty years old. He attended school at Waverly, Virginia and completed two years of high school before the demand of helping his father on the farm dictated that he leave school. He would relate how he would have to get up at four in the morning every day and deliver a wagon load of milk to the railroad station in Waverly. When the train made its stop , he would have to load the milk cans on to the train. Because of his obligation to helping with the farm, he never became involved in sports. Of course, organized school sports were not as we knew them in the mid forties and certainly not as we know them in the mid nineties. Arthur met Margaret (Margie) Harris and they were subsequently married in Sussex County, Virginia February 17, 1920. The ceremony was performed by James L. Foster. Arthur rented a farm and they moved into a farmhouse and continued farming. There is little known about the marriage and relationship for the four years they were married. There was one story that Arthur once told about he and Margie attending a funeral in Waverly. The funeral home had just purchased a motorized hearse and that day was the first time it was used. Margie commented that she wondered who would be the next person to ride in it. A few weeks later, Margie gave birth to a daughter, Marguerite on November 11, 1924. Margie had complications at the time of the childbirth and died shortly thereafter. She was the next one to be in the hearse! Arthur later related the story that it was several days before she could be buried and that she lay in her casket in the home. Someone had to be with her 24 hours per day to keep rats from reaching the body. This was customary in those days. In 1925, Arthur left Marguerite with his mother and went to Columbus, Ohio to stay with his aunts, Martha, Inez, and Alice. (As mentioned previously, the aunts had initially come to Virginia shortly after the family settled there, as part owner of the farm.) While in Ohio, he worked in the nearby oil fields to earn enough money to attend an auto mechanics school in Columbus and stayed in the YMCA while attending the school. After completing the school, he returned to Virginia. Upon his return, Arthur, his brother Francis and brother in-law, Frank Livesay (Mildred's husband) opened a Willis Overland and Whippet Auto dealership on Bank Street in Petersburg. It is believed that was during 1928 -1929 time frame. Then the big depression came in late 1929. They were not able to make it selling cars so they started an auto repair business located in Rose Alley between Sycamore Street and Franklin Street. It was during that time, the took on the Plymouth franchise. In 1931, they relocated at 113 West Tabb Street in Petersburg and named the business was Tri-Motor Sales. In 1933, they took on the DeSoto franchise as well. In 1939 , Arthur bought the other two out and continued the business on his own. His brother Francis was quite bitter about the arrangement and it wasn't until the 1970's that the relationship returned to normal. It is not clear to the writer as to the cause for the bitterness but I do know that it wasn't Arthur's fault. At the risk of getting ahead of the story, it should be emphasized at this point that Arthur was probably the most honest, trustworthy and kind man who ever lived. It is inconceivable to see him in any other light. Sometime in 1927, Arthur's sister, Virginia (Gin), introduced him to a school friend of hers. This friend was Lillian Mae Cogle. Lillian, or "Lil", was the youngest of twelve children and lived with her parents on a farm in Prince George County, about three miles from Disputanta, Virginia. (See photo taken of first date) Arthur and Lillian were married in Petersburg, Virginia on September 15, 1928. The minister who married them was W.B. Jett. The first born was Gene, on January 7, 1930. (Note: Lillian died on January 7, 1987). Life was not easy in the 30's for it was the time of the "Great Depression" in this country. Arthur was earning about $5.00 a week then. It became difficult to eat and pay the rent and the family ended up moving frequently because they couldn't pay the rent. When Gene was about 1 year old, the family lived on Suffolk Avenue in Colonial Heights. (See picture of house in photo section) They then moved to a house facing Central Park in Petersburg, then to one on Washington Street and finally to one on Wythe Street, directly across the street from Duncan Brown Elementary school. As of 1998, the only two no longer standing are the ones on Wythe Street. The second born was William Maurice, or Maurice as he preferred. He was born May 6, 1933 at home on Wythe Street in Petersburg just north of where I 95 crosses Wythe. The house is no longer standing. In 1937, Arthur took a very risky (as he described it) step and bought a new house, located at 330 Jefferson Avenue, Colonial Heights, Virginia. It was all brick and had three bedrooms but no central heat. He told his son Gene that when he made that decision, he really believed that he would never be able to pay for it in his lifetime. The house cost $3,700 and his monthly payments were $15. Difficult to believe, but those were still hard times. Arthur and his wife Lil, and their two sons, Gene and Maurice moved into the house in August 1937. Marguerite remained with and was essentially raised by her grandmother. Although never seriously ill in his life, Arthur did have his appendix rupture while at work one day in 1935 . He nearly bled to death before they got him to the hospital. After that, he had no serious illnesses until much later. Business as a DeSoto/Plymouth Auto Dealer was fair to good. He never really got rich and there were good reasons. When World War II broke out in December of 1942, automobile manufactures stopped making automobiles and began producing war related machines, i.e., airplanes. tanks, trucks, etc. Auto dealers were able to get spare parts for repairs during the war years. Tri-Motor Sales also doubled as a parking garage for the Hotel Petersburg, located about a block down the street. With the parts, repair business and the parking, Arthur and his business were able to survive through the war. The first new cars after the war were the 1946 models and there was a tremendous demand. They were slow arriving and as one might expect, greed enters the picture. Most dealers in Petersburg and elsewhere sold their cars for what the market would bare and to the highest bidder. (That was beginning of customer distrust for auto dealers.) Arthur Barlow did not do that. During the war, customers came in and put their names on a list for delivery after the war. Arthur honored that list and never deviated from or asked for or accepted one penny over the list price. The first shipment received were DeSotos and the first customer on the list was Dr. Hill, who lived in Colonial Heights. (See picture in Photo section) The car was a four door Deluxe, robin's egg blue and sold for $1380. Since Arthur had extraordinary integrity, he would never get rich like the others, and besides, money never really meant that much to him. He lived with the average of about $400 net profit from the new cars at that time. That, and the fact that there were three Plymouth dealers in Petersburg at the time, didn't help matters. There was his dealership, Tri-Motor Sales, a Chrysler/Plymouth and a Dodge/Plymouth dealership. Everyone thought that a little much for Petersburg, with a population of about 35,000 at the time. Most of the other dealers in town retired with a great deal of money as a result of their indiscretions right after the war. Most of them were good people too. Arthur didn't have many hobbies. Mostly his work and hunting, although he talked hunting more that he ever really went hunting. His family recalls that he did buy a few expensive (for that time) hunting dogs, and shotguns only to give them away later. His experience and heritage as a farmer led him to rent a lot adjacent to his house in Colonial Heights and have a rather large garden. He even rented a horse from someone and did the plowing. (See picture in photo section). Gasoline powered garden equipment was not invented yet, except for large tractors. Arthur had an excellent reputation and was convinced by his friends to run for a position on the City Council of Colonial Heights. He handily won the seat and served for several years. He was also very active in Wesley Methodist Church in Colonial Heights and was Chairman of the Board of Stewards for a number of years. Business or perhaps the management of his business was not very good in the later 1950's and early 1960's. After exhausting nearly all of his assets, Arthur sold his dealership in 1962. Shortly thereafter, Buck Royster, the owner of Ted Curry Motors, the Dodge/Plymouth dealership, offered Arthur a position as Manager of Used Car Sales. He took the job and was subsequently moved to General Manager of the Dealership. He retired from that position in 1972, at the age of 72. Arthur's wife Lillian had not been healthy for years and was essentially housebound along about the time Arthur retired. He remained home taking care of her until she died from emphysema on January 7, 1987, her oldest son's birthday. Arthur remained in his home and later in 1987, discovered a walnut size knot on the inside of his right thigh. After examination, it was discovered to be a malignant tumor. He was treated with kemo therapy and within a few weeks, there was no trace of cancer. He returned to his doctor for a final checkup and a routine examination revealed that his aorta was swollen as large as two hands clasped together. In other words, it was very close to bursting, which is usually fatal. He was immediately taken to the hospital and operated on the next day. The operation was done in the morning and lasted four hours. A section of the aorta was replaced with a vinyl "Y" joint. Later that evening, he asked his son, Gene if he could get out of bed and walk a little. Keep in mind, he was 87 and only hours after a major operation ! Gene went to the nurse station and asked the same question. She said it was O K if he felt like. He did ! Two weeks later, he was driving his car. As the years passed, Arthur's knees began to get weaker primarily from the lack of activity, making it difficult to walk. On his 90th birthday, his son Gene had invited him to a weeks vacation in Alaska. He was ready to go. A week before the trip, he was working in his garden and was bitten by some type of insect. The results were an infected elbow and three days of hospitalization. Needless to say, the trip was postponed. When the next opportunity came around, Arthur's legs were just too bad to travel. He was using a walker to get around and was still living by himself, preparing his meals etc. In mid 1993, he was no longer able to completely take care of himself so the family hired someone to stay with him five days a week. This continued until his 94th birthday when he and his family agreed that even with home assistance, he could no longer remain at home. On November 10, 1994, he was admitted to the Colonial Heights Convalescent Center. His attitude about the entire matter was outstanding. He said that he realized there was no other alternative. This was the classic Arthur Barlow. Always positive ! It wasn't too long however before his life support system began to shut down. After four months in the nursing home, Arthur died of congestive heart failure on February 10, 1995, four months to the day that he entered the Convalescent Center. As the years pass, only those of us who knew him and loved him, and perhaps those descendants who might find it interesting to read this Chronicle will remember Arthur Barlow and his contribution to society just by being the person he was. The Progress Index Petersburg, Virginia February 11, 1995 ARTHUR MOORE BARLOW Arthur Moore Barlow, 94, former owner of Tri-Motor Sales and General Manager of Ted Curry Motors until his retirement at age 72 , died February 10 of congestive heart failure at the Colonial Heights Convalescent Center . Mr. Barlow had been a resident of Colonial Heights since 1937. He was born in Barnsville, Ohio on October 8, 1900. His family moved to Sussex County, Virginia in 1907. He began his career as a farmer near Waverly, Virginia. After the sudden death of his first wife, Margie Harris, he left the farm and went back to Ohio to live with his aunts and work in the oil fields while attending automotive school. Upon completion of the school, he returned to Virginia. In 1928, he married Lillian Cogle of Prince George. She passed away in 1987. Arthur Barlow was a member of Highland United Methodist Church and was Chairman of the Board of Stewards for a number of years. He was also a member of the Colonial Heights City Council for several years. Survivors include his two brothers, William of Disputanta and Richard of Colonial Heights; a daughter, Marguerite Hatch of Hopewell, two sons, Gene of Oakton, Va. and Maurice of Colonial Heights, seven grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. Arthur Barlow was a kind and gentle man who was admired by all who knew him. His presence will be missed. Graveside services will be at 11 a.m. Monday, Feb. 13, 1995, in Blandford Cemetery in Petersburg with the Rev. Dr. J. Floyd Wingfield officiating. The family requests in lieu of flowers, contributions be made in his name to the Highland United Methodist Church Building fund or to the charity of your choice. Arrangements by the E. Alvin Small Funeral Home in Colonial Heights.	Barlow, Arthur Moore (I_1601620281)
102	As detailed in obit	Gibson, Isabel (I_1601620651)
103	At the time of the marriage of Ann Nixon to James Barlow, Ann had an eight year old daughter, also camed Ann. It is not known who Ann was previously married to or whether she had even been married. Some research data has intimated that Ann's daughter was illegitimate. James adopted Ann. Ann subsequently married Richard Woodland.	Nixon, Ann (I_1601620425)
104	Barnesville Enterprise Thursday, September 11, 1890 Death of Mrs. Martha Barlow Mrs. Martha Barlow, the loving and beloved wife of Mr. Amos Barlow, died from the effect of la grippe, shortly after noon on Wednesday of last week, September 3, 1890, surrounded by her startled and stricken family. Although she had been in delicate health for above seven months, and it was generally believed impossible for her to regain her wonted health and strength, few thought of death as being so near until it was scarcely an hour distant. Loving eyes were blinded to the changes, and loving hearts, which felt they could scarcely live without, were loath to harbor a thought of losing her, and when they suddenly saw death rush into their circle, where he had not set foot for twenty-one years, and claimed the idolized mother. They realized that he does indeed "love a shining mark," and no wonder that for a time husband and children were inconsolable. The funeral on Friday was attended by such an assembly of people as few have ever seen in a country place, while the services, conducted by Rev. Peregoy, were beautiful and affecting in the extreme. Interment was made in Green Mount cemetery during a heavy rain, which made it seem as if the very elements wept for sympathy. And thus closed the last sad earthly rites over one long to be remembered by all who knew her. A loving, helpful, self- sacrificing wife, a kind indulgent mother, a tender confiding sister, a loyal friend and a sympathetic neighbor, she endeared herself so much to those about her, that the faithful hearts left behind will cry of their loss in future years as Scotland's sweetest singer did of his, "Time but the impression deeper makes As streams their channel deeper wear." Mrs. Barlow was born in Baltimore, Md. December 26, 1834. She was the daughter of Rev. J. N. Hunt, and was married April 27, 1856, to Mr. Amos Barlow, with whom she journeyed over the hills and plains of life for 35 years, helping to bear his burdens and adding sunshine to his lighter hours. She was the mother of ten children, seven of whom are living; and, with the husband, brothers, sisters, a large circle of other relatives and a host of friends, are left to mourn for one, of whom a loving daughter truly said, "Mother didn't have any enemies." The bereaved family have the heartfelt sympathy of the entire community in their sorrow, and if the tears and kind words of their many friends could lighten their load, their poor crushed hearts would soon be healed.	Hunt, Martha Ann (I_1601620346)
105	Barnesville Enterprise Thursday, January 8, 1885 Editor Enterprise. - It is with pleasure that we proceed to chronicle the marriage of Miss Emma Barlow, daughter of Mr. Amos Barlow, of this vicinity, to Mr. Chas. Crew, of Chesterfield, Morgan County, Ohio. The wedding occurred Thursday evening January 1st, 1885, at the residence of the bride's father, and was quite a novel and pleasant affair. The guest were ignorant of the fact that a marriage was to occur, having been invited by Miss Emma to a party on New Year's evening. They were received by the young lady herself, who, with her pleasant ways and ready wit, started the ball of social enjoyment rolling at such a rate that she managed to slip away unnoticed, and by the time the guest began to note her absence, she returned arrayed in a tasteful bridal costume, leaning upon the arm of Mr. Crew. They were preceded by Elder Paine, who in a very impressive ceremony pronounced them man and wife. After congratulations were over, the assembly was served with refreshments, which were pronounced first class by all. A general good time was indulged in, and the guests paid their final compliments to the wedded pair and retired. Mr. Crew is certainly a very worthy young man. Coming here a stranger, two years ago, he has won for himself a long list of friends. Mrs. Crew is one of those rare women, who combine talent and social accomplishments with practical every day wisdom, and we venture to predict that her husband will find in her a true helpmate in climbing the ladder of life. We are sorry to lose Emma from our midst, but our loss is certainly Mr. Crew's gain. They will remain here a few weeks, when they will leave for their future home in Morgan county. THE BARNESVILLE WHETSTONE May 18, 1939 TWO SISTERS DIE WITHING TWENTY -FOUR HOURS; ELDEST AND YOUNGEST OF FAMILY One Very Suddenly from Heart Attack; Other Lingering Illness Due to Complications Mrs. Emma Crew Friends here were notified on Monday of the sudden death of Mrs. Emma B. Crew a native of this vicinity which oc curred Sunday morning in the home of her daughter, Mrs. Henry S. Richwine in Colu mbus due to severe heart attack. Mrs. Crew, the eldest daughter of Amos and Martha Hunt Barlow was born near Barnesville and was eighty-two years of age. She was the widow of Charles Crew of Morgan County who preceded her in death several years ago and had been a resident in Columbus for many years. Mrs. Crew was a member of the King Avenue Methodist Church where she worshipped as long as she was able to attend and always adhered to that faith. Besides the daughter, she is survived by five grandchildren; also at time of death , by four sisters: Miss Martha Barlow, Mrs. Inez Wise, Mrs. Florence Conard, but the fourth one Miss Alice Barlow, who was very low, passed away a few hours later. Funeral service was conducted by Dr. Walter H. Briggs her pastor in the Egan- Ryan mortuary and burial was made in Green lawn, Columbus. More About EMILY (EMMA) BARLOW: Cause of Death: Heart Attack	Barlow, Emily (I_1601620341)
106	Barnesville Enterprise August 16, 1900 Conard - Barlow The marriage of Miss Florence Barlow and Mr. J. B. Conard, of this place, will take place at the home of the bride on Thursday evening of this week. Dr. A. J. Hiatt, of the Methodist church, officiating. The marriage would seem to be an eminently fitting one. Mr. Conard is one of the well known and successful teachers of the coun try, with every prospect of promotion and advancement in his chosen work, and has recently been elected superintendent of the schools of West Salem, Ohio. Miss Barlow is the charming daughter of Mr. Amos Barlow, and is thoroughly accomplished in all the domestic affairs of life. Of a cheerful disposition and kindly nature, accustomed always to looking on the bright side of life, she will bring sunshine and happiness into her home and be a competent and worthy partner, assisting her husband all along the journey of life. It is with more than usual pleasure that we congratulate this young couple and heartily wish for them a full mea sure of the joys and pleasures of life. The wedding will be a quiet one only the immedi ate relatives of the contracting parties being present. They will go to West Salem, O. where Mr. Conard's school duties begin on the first of September.	Barlow, Adda Florence (I_1601620337)
107	Barnesville Enterprise FEBRUARY 28, 1898 Death of Wm. J. Barlow In the death of Mr. William J. Barlow, which occurred at his home south of town on Monday morning February 21, the community loses one of the most honorable and honored men. Without ostentation, modest and unassuming in demeanor, yet he builded for himself a character for honesty and a reputation and record for uprightness and reliability that the great and noble ones of earth might envy. Mr. Barlow had faith in his fellow man and no word of slander ever passed his lips. He spoke ill of no one and everyone had faith in him. In dying he leaves to his family the heritage of a blameless life and a record for honesty of purpose that all might wish to emulate. Mr. Barlow was not a native of this country. He was born in Darlington, England, and came with his parents to America when only eight years of age. They lived near Baltimore for five years and then came to Barnesville. For sixty years he lived on the farm south of town, where he reared a most estimable family of children, and where by industry and frugality he acquired a competence. In connection with his brother, Mr. Amos Barlow, he started early in the berry growing business, and they did much to foster and encourage the culture of small fruits in this section. Between the brothers there was a remarkable attachment and an affection that lasted to the grave. Mr. Barlow's wife died about two years ago, and since that time he apparently lost his interest in the affairs of life and seemed only waiting. "Till the shadows were a little longer grown." _ His health gradually failed, and the burden of years weighed heavily. His step grew more feeble and the infirmities of age, gradually overcame him until Monday morning when the final summons came and he sank to rest. He leaves a family of four children - one son, Mr. James Barlow, of Quaker City, and three girls, Mrs. Walter Gregg, of Newark, and Mrs. Saddler and Mrs. Barlow of Baltimore, all of whom were home when he died. Funeral services were held on Tuesday afternoon. Internment in Green Mount Cemetery. Sincere sympathy is extended the bereaved children and relatives in the loss of their father.	Barlow, William J. (I_1601620416)
108	Barnesville Enterprise January 2, 1896 Death of a good Woman December 28, 1895 They were, but are not; as we meet. We miss them and of each we say Alas ! A friend has passed away, Whose smiles whose words we loved to greet. It becomes our sad duty to record the death of our esteemed friends, Mrs. Hannah Barlow, the beloved wife of Mr. Wm. J. Barlow, which occurred at her home south of this place, Saturday morning at the age of sixty-three. The deceased had been in delicate health for several years and at times endured great pain and suffering, but with her characteristic hopefulness and energy - she passed in and ut among us always cheerful and happy ever looking forward to being well again to enjoy with her husband the competence they had gained by hard work as hand in hand they had traveled life's pathway together. Until a few weeks ago Mrs. Barlow was able to come to town but, another or more severe attack of sickness prostrated her, and although she made a brave fight for life naught availed - and she quietly passed away to be forever at rest in a brighter better world. For more than fifteen years it has been our pleasure and privilege to know Mrs. Barlow, and as she each week clasped our hand in friendly greeting and asked after our welfare, we learned to estimate her true worth. She was one of earth's noble women. Honest, generous and kind hearted, she quietly went about doing good and many a poor and needy one was made happy and comfortable by her deeds of kindness. In her family she was a model wife and mother, and she found her greatest happiness in making her home a peaceful haven for her loved ones. To us the life of Mr. and Mrs. Barlow was an ideal one. The love that they pledged at the marriage altar never lessened, but as the years went on, they depended more and more upon each other and their love and devotion was touching and pathetic. Surrounded by the blessings and comforts each had labored to gain they were assured of a future free from worry or care, and had hoped side by side to enjoy life's sunset together, but alas, the beloved wife has fallen by the wayside - and the bereaved husband sits by the fireside lonely and desolate, only waiting till the shadows are a little longer grown, when he will reunited with his beloved wife to be parted no more forever. Mrs. Barlow's maiden name was Miss Hannah Moore. She was the second daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Moore, and was born in Barnesville. She was married to the husband who survives her November 10, 1864. She leaves two estimable children and an aged mother, brother and sisters to mourn her loss. Our hearts go out in tender sympathy to the bereaved family in their deep sorrow. When the spirit of Hannah Barlow took its flight not only her own family but all who were intimately associated with her lost a true friend. Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon and followed to their last resting place in the Southern cemetery by a large concourse of friends.	Moore, Hannah (I_1601620412)
109	Barnesville Enterprise July 1903 Death of Mrs. Ann Woodland The death of Mrs. Ann Woodland, widow of the late Richard Woodland, whose serious illness we announced last week, occurred at her home on South Broadway on Wednesday evening. She was nearly 87 years of age and was one of the oldest residents of the town. She was only sick about two weeks with inflammation of the stomach, although her health had been declining for nearly two years. Mrs. Woodland whose maiden name was Barlow, was born in Darlington, England and came to this country when but eleven years of age, and has ever since resided here, settling on the old Barlow farm south of town. She was married here to Richard Woodland, whose death occurred thirty four years ago. She leaves one brother, Amos Barlow and one sister, Miss Belle Barlow, both of this place. She is also survived by five children. She was in every respect an excellent woman. A life long and consistent member of the Methodist church, and was kindly cared for by her children and friends. Fu neral services were held on Friday afternoon conducted by Dr. G.F. Oliver. Internment in Green Mount beside the remains of her husband. NOTE: The above Death Notice stated that Ann came from Darlington and had ever since resided in the Barnesville area. That is not exactly correct in that the family first settled in or around Baltimore, Md and remained there for approximately five years before moving to Ohio. Last Will and Testament of Ann Barlow Woodland, daughter of James and Ann Nixon Barlow. January 31, 1898 I, Ann Woodland of Belmont County. State of Ohio. being in good health of body and of sound and dispersing mind and memory and being desiring of settling my worldly affairs while I have strength and capacity so to do, make public and declare this my Last Will and Testament that is to say, First - I will and direct that all my just debts that may exist me at my decease shall be settled. Second - After the settlement of my debts if any., I give and bequeath the residue of my estate as follows: To my son James Woodland, I leave the sum of One dollar ($1.00). To my daughter Theresa Ann Boyd, I leave the sum of One dollar ($1.00). All the balance of my real and personal property I leave to my Sons and Daughters, William woodland, Joseph Woodland and Mary Jeffries, share and share alike. I hereby appoint Alexander Moore Executor of this my Last Will and Testament In witness whereof I hereunto set my hand and seal this 31 day of January, 1898. Signed by the said Ann Woodland, who at the same time published and declared the same as and for her Last Will and Testament in the presence of us who in the presence of each other and at her request have hereunto subscribe our names as Witnesses: Mary Gregg Her Mark Nancy Barrett Ann Woodland Will admitted to probate July 15, 1903 John S. Cockran Probate Judge	Barlow, Ann Nixon (I_1601620415)
110	Barnesville Enterprise DECEMBER 14, 1899 Wise - Barlow The Enterprise is glad to announce the marriage of Mr. James Wise and Miss Inez Barlow, of this place, which occurred at the home of the bride's father, Mr. Amos Barlow, Thursday noon. The impressive ceremony was performed by Dr. A. J. Hiatt, of the Methodist church and witnessed only by the relatives of the contracting parties. An elegant wedding feast was served in an attractive manner. Mr. Wise came to this place from Bellaire and has held an excellent position in the canning factory. He is a reli able, wide awake business man of good habits and has made many friends in Barnesville. He recently purchased the inter est of Mr. Amos Barlow in the berry box and crate factory and will go into permanent business with Mr. Will Barlow in that busi ness. The bride belongs to an excellent family and is esteemed for her many excel lent qualities. Intelligent, of amiable disposi tion and accomplished in those arts which are essential to a happy home life, she will be an inspiration to her husband and make him a good wife. The enterprise extends congratulations and wishes for Mr. and Mrs. Wise a married life of unalloyed happi ness. The bride and groom were given an elegant reception at the home of Mr. Wise's parents in Bellarie, Friday evening. After a few days visit they will return to Barnesville and occupy their new home in the southern part of the town.	Barlow, Inez L (I_1601620339)
111	Barnesville Enterprise Thursday, September 4, 1890 Death of Mr. John Barlow It is with regret we announce the death of Mr. John Barlow, of Baltimore, son of Thomas Barlow, deceased, which occurred at the home of his father in-law, Mr. William J. Barlow, south of town, last Friday. (August 29) Until last winter Mr. Barlow had enjoyed excellent health and looked forward to a long and happy life. During the prevalence of la grippe he was seriously ill with the disease, which settled on his lungs, and finally developed into hasty consumption, which ended his useful life at the age of fifty in the early summer. Mr. Barlow, with his faithful devoted wife, came to Barnesville with the hope that the pure, fresh air from our Belmont hills, would bring him new health and strength, and make him well again. And in the happy comfortable home of his father-in-law where every wish was gratified it seemed for a time, that life would be spared to those who loved him. But alas, the fond hopes were not to be realized, and in the quiet twilight hour he bade goodby to earth and entered upon the enjoyments of a brighter, better world. The deceased was a noble, good man, and highly esteemed by all who knew him. Throughout his afflictions he was patient and happy, and entirely resigned to the will of the kind Father, in whom he had all his life trusted so implicitly. Mr. Barlow leaves an estimable wife to mourn his loss. The remains were enbalmed and taken to Baltimore Saturday morning for interment, and were accompanied by the bereaved wife and father-in-law, Mr. William J. Barlow, of this place.	Barlow, John (I_1601620374)
112	Barnesville Enterprise; Thursday, January 14, 1943: Husband and Mother of Mrs. Roy Barlow Die the Same Day ."Mrs. Roy Barlow was doubly bereaved last Thursday, January 7, by the sudden death early that morning of her husband, and the death that evening of her mother, Mrs. Anna Mumma. "Mr. Barlow's death was caused by heart trouble which he had discovered he was suffering from, only a week before. He had continued in his work as a shipping clerk at the Hanlon Paper Company where he had been employed for 34 years. In the morning as he was eating breakfast, the telephone rang, and he went to answer it as Mrs. Barlow said she feared it was bad news from her mother who had been seriously ill for some time. Mr. Barlow suffered a hemorrhage, and died at once. Mrs. Mumma lived until that evening." "Roy Barlow was the son of Charles, and Anna Barlow, and was born June 30, 1887, in Barnesville where he spent his entire life. He was a man of the finest character and held great esteem and regard in this city. "Besides his wife, formerly Miss Pearl Mumma, Mr. Barlow is survived by two sisters Mrs. Cora Helm, and Miss Daisy Barlow of East Main Street, and two nephews. The funeral services were held from the Campbell Funeral Home Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clcok. They were conducted by Rev. C. Clare Davis pastor of the First Methodist Church, and interment was made in the Southern Cemetery."	Barlow, Frederick Leroy (I_1601620313)
113	Became a English subject by take the oath of abjuration, make the declaration of fidelity, and receive the sacrament. Minister G. DuBois. Witnessed by William Crelus and Christian Stouber	Kool, Johannes (I_1601620516)
114	Biography of Thomas Barlow 1810 - 1880 Thomas was the first son and second child of Henry and Ann Barlow. He was born on August 8, 1810 and baptized September 30, 1810 at St. Cuthbert's, Darlington. The first date for which there is information about Thomas is on October 24, 1832 when he married Margaret Dennison, who was probably the daughter of George Dennison and Mary Kell of Coniscliffe. His obituary claims that he began to preach the gospel in his seventeenth year, 1826. In 1835 he wrote a "Letter on Wesleyan Reform and Primitive Methodists' which he published to inform his friends as to why her was joining the later group. He at this point identified himself with the "Wesleyan Association." Thomas lived in Shildon near Darlington from about 1832 until around 1845, He was in Shildon when his first children were born. They were Mary Ann (1833), Thomas Dennison (1835, died in infancy), William Crosby (1837), George (1839), Margaret Jane (1842,died in infancy) Charles Dennison (1845, died in infancy) In 1841, Thomas and Margaret were living in Market Place, Shildon with Henry and Ann, and his sister Elizabeth. His occupation was given as a draper although at the same time he was preaching in the area. By 1845, he was in the Isle of Wight as a teacher for the young people imprisoned in Parkhurst Prison. While at Parkhurst, Thomas and Margaret had three more children, Margarte Matilda and Eliza Jane, twins ( 1845, both died in infancy), Thomas John (1848). He then went on to serve as minister in many locations. Norwich from 1851 to 1854 (Norfolk Street, according to the Norwich Directory) Leicester from 1854 to 1855 London no. 3 circuit from 1855 to 1858. In 1857, he was recognized as a minister of the United Churches (the Methodist Free Church). He served in Macclesfield from 1858 to 1860. During this time, Margaret died on December 31, 1858 at the age of 49. Again in London no 3 circuit from 1860 to 1861. London no2 circuit from 1861 to 1863. (Poplar, Bow, Old Ford, Row Common) Cardiff from 1863 to 1864. St Austell from 1864 to 1866. London no 3 circuit form 1866 to 1875. (Spitalfields, Mile End, St. Georges, Limehous.) Assistant Book Steward 1867 to 1870. Book Steward 1871 to 1874. Retired 1874/75. At some point in time, Thomas was remarried to Mary Ann Kay, mother of Hildreth and Alfred Kay. Thomas was at the heart of a huge controversy which split the Methodist Church in the 19th Century. the Barlows who stayed in Darlington were very active in the Quaker Society, abandoning the Methodist Church. In 1872, he lived at 3 Upton Place, Commercial Road East. In 1873, the book room was at 15 Creed Lane. Thomas lived at that address at that time. In 1874, the book room was at 119 Salisbury Square, Fleet Street, E. 2 and this was Thomas' address. In 1876, he was at 311 Commercial Road with Hildreth Kay, surgeon. This was the same from 1877 to 1879 but in 1880, Thomas was living at 190 Green St. Victoria Park (Bethnal Green) with Alfred Kay, surgeon (recorded as living there from at least 1873). Thomas dies at 190 Green Street on June 29th 1880 aged 69, from granular degeneration of kidneys, acute nephritus and uraemia, certified by H. Kay M.R.C.S. He was buried at Ilford Cemetery in the presence of many who had assembled to show their respect for his character and services. He was said to be courteous in demeanour, conscientious in duty, devout, intelligent and faithful. His last, or nearly last words, were said to be, "I am qute ready." His death was recorded in the minutes of the United Methodist Free Church for 1880. His final illness was said by this obituary to have been intensified by the journey of considerable length which he insisted on making. His death was reported by his youngest son, Thomas John, of 5 McDonald Road Villas, Forest Gate.	Barlow, Thomas (I_1601620734)
115	Biography of William Crosby Barlow 1837 - 1912 William was born in Shildon, County Durham, to Thomas Barlow and Margaret Dennison. He was baptized on 27th September 1837 in the Parish Church of Shildon, despite being the child of Wesleyan Methodist parents. This was frequently the case, particularly before civil registration began in 1837. William's birth was not recorded officially, as many births at this time were not. At William's birth, his father's occupation was given as grocer. In 1841, he was living with his parents, grandparents, aunt Elizabeth, sister Mary, brother George and a domestic servant, Clara, in Market Place, Shildon. At the age of about 7, the family moved to the Isle of Wight, and around the country as Thomas preached in various places. William went to school in Norwich in 1857. He also went to school (the High School and the Andersonian) in Glasgow, and although he was there for 2 years, there is no record of exactly when this was. In 1857, he undertook a course of study at Hackney Theological College. In that year, he matriculated (first division), and received honours in Mathematics and Natural Philosophy, Chemistry, and Zoology. On June 28th 1858, he read an essay on "The Priesthood of the Son of God on Earth and in Heaven" to the annual meeting of the Theological Seminary of Hackney. With this essay, he had won the ‘First Homes's Jubilee Prize.' In 1859, he received a B.A. second division, and an Honours aware in chemistry. He was living in Stepney at the time. He resigned as a student in 1859. The minutes of the College Committee for 21st September 1859 record...."A letter was read from Mr. W.C. Barlow , stating that circumstances have rendered him desirous of leaving the Seminary shortly and requesting that he may be allowed to remain until the conclusion of the B.A. examination in the London University, commencing on the fourth Monday in October. Resolved that Mr. Barlow's resignation be accepted and that his request be complied with." In 1861, he was ordained as a minister for Stratford on Avon, which had experienced a rift with the established Congregational Church. He held services thee regularly in a room on Guild Street for about two and a half years. "Mr. Barlow was a man of choice spirit and it is believed that he did much towards bringing about the reunion." (Source of that quote is unkown) In 1862, he married Mary Ann Pollard, the daughter of William Pollard and his wife Lucy Crossley. William Pollard was born in Westbourne, Sussex in 1806, the son of Edmund Pollard and Mary Gammons. William Pollard had a brother, James and a sister Emily. William and Lucy Pollard lived in Chelsea, where their children were born. (Mary Ann 1834, Lucy Maria 1844, Joseph 1847) William ran a butcher shop at 27 d'Oyley Street, Chelsea and later in Welton, Lincolnshire. Mary Ann was a teacher when she married William Crosby Barlow. From Stratford, where their first son, Crossley William Crosby was born in 1863,, they moved to Purewell, Christchurch, although William was not the preacher there. In fact, it seemed that he had not held a Congregational Ministry except for the one in Stratford. In Christchurch, thomas Henry Crosby (1864), wilfred Crosby (1866) and Joseph Pllard Crosby (1867) were born. In 1876, the family moved to Edinburgh, where William signed up for an M.A. at the university. He enrolled Crossley when he was 16 in 1879 and Thomas in 1880, after they both had spent some time at the George Watson's College School, attached to the University. William obtained the M.A. on 22nd April 1879. In 1880, William is recorded as being back in London as Minister at the New Jerusalem Church, Flodden Road, Camberwell, London where he appears to have stayed until 1887, living at Sandiford, County Grove, S.E. at the time. In 1891, he was living at 10 Wilson St., Camberwell. The census shows him living with Mary Ann, ThomasHenry Crosby, Joseph Pollard Crosby, and Rosa W. Barlow, adopted daughter and scholar (student?), aged 12, born in Camberwell. It appears that by 1891, Crossley had married Elizabeth Sophia and Wilfred had married Adelaide Ellen. William was written up in the Congregational (Church) year book from time to time, but as being without pastoral charge. Mary Ann Barlow died May 25th, 1898 from cancer. At the time of Mary Ann's death, they had been living at 12 Dumbleton Road, East Brixton for 12 years. Also at that time, William was working as a form master at the Polytechnic School on Regent Street. In January 1899, William married again at the age of 61. He married Jessie Bettell, a 36 year ol spinster from 58 East Dulwich Road. This wedding was witnessed by Ada May Malcolm and Laurie Wells, who was believed to be Jessie's sister. William died on May 29, 1912. Cause of death was listed as enlarged prostate and senility which could have been alzheimers. At the time of his death, he was living at 4 Pentney Road, Wimbledon, Surrey. His will left effects of 297 pounds to his widow. Of William's other children, in 1903, Crossley was living at 147 South Croxted Road, West Dulwich. There is no date of death for Crossley but it is known that his wife, Elizabeth Sophia died January 29, 1934. The address at that time was 72 Upper Tollingkton Park, Middlesex, leaving a sum of_______. Crossley's occupation was listed as a tutor. Wilfred died on September 19, 1924, leaving 61 pounds, 8 shillings and two pence to his wife, Adelaide Ellen. At the time of his death, they were living at 72 Lancaster road, Gipsy Hill, West Norwood. There is no information at this time on Joseph or Rosa, or whether William had any children with Jessie.	Barlow, William Crosby (I_1601620736)
116	Burial: November 26, 1963, Colac Cemetery	Barlow, Kenneth Hughes (I_1601620211)
117	Cardiac Disease	Hamp, Amy (I_1601620737)
118	Chapel of Tubman Funeral Home	Robinson, Margaret Emelia (I_1601620702)
119	Charles' occupation was said to have been a hatter, i.e., a person who makes or sells hats. The information about Charles and family was obtained from the Barlow file in the Barnesville, Ohio Public Library, Genealogy Section..	Barlow, Charles (I_1601620418)
120	Chippewa Falls, WI	Crandall, John Sobieski (I_1601620716)
121	Clinton Falls, Minn	Vanetten, William (I_1601620650)
122	Clinton Falls, Steele, Minnesota	Samson, Andrew (I_1601620652)
123	Company B, First battalion, Thirteenth United States infantry, and was attached to the Fifteenth army corps.	Gates, Hubbard (I_1601620467)
124	Congregational Minister	Barlow, William Crosby (I_1601620736)
125	Crown copyright images reproduced by courtesy of TNA, London England. 1939 Register (Series RG101), The National Archives, Kew, London, England. The National Archives give no warranty as to the accuracy, completeness or fitness for the purpose of the information provided. Images may be used only for purposes of research, private study or education. Applications for any other use should be made to The National Archives Image Library, Kew, Richmond, Surrey TW9 4DU, Tel: 020 8392 5225. Fax: 020 8392 5266.	Source (S822947128)
126	Darlington, Durham, England	Barlow, Thomas (I_1601620421)
127	Darlington, Durham, England	Barlow, Samuel (I_1601620419)
128	Deer Lodge Hospital	Robinson, William Henry (I_1601620703)
129	Deer Lodge Hospital	Robinson, William Henry (I_1601620703)
130	Died of Subacute Bacterial Endocarditis due to Congenital Heat Disease - Patent interventricular septum	Samson, Phyliss Grace (I_1601620739)
131	Divorced William Hamp for adultury with Edith Roberts as well as abuse and giving her a VD. Per divorce papers	Family (F454)
132	Documentation found in the Barnesville, Ohio public library indicated that Wilson died when he was a child.	Barlow, John (I_1601620363)
133	Elder in Dutch Church at Kingston	Etten, Jan Jacobszen Van (I_1601620570)
134	Ellis Island	Starz, Frank Peter (I_1601620740)
135	Ellis Island	Starz, Johann (I_1601620714)
136	Ellis Island	Kilbert, Theresia (I_1601620713)
137	Ellis Island	Kilbert, Theresia (I_1601620713)
138	Ellis Island	Starz, Anthony Joseph (I_1601620712)
139	Ellis Island	Starz, Andrew Frank (I_1601620710)
140	Ellis Island	Starz, John Joseph (I_1601620700)
141	Ellis Island	Starz, Eleanor (I_1601620699)
142	Essex County, Victory, Vermont	Gates, Hubbard (I_1601620556)
143	Gene was born in Petersburg, Virginia on January 7, 1930 at the Petersburg Hospital. The hospital at that time was located at the intersection of Washington Street and Madison Street. He is the oldest of the two children born to Arthur and Lillian Cogle Barlow. His brother, William Maurice is three and a half years younger. Since Gene's birthday was in January, he began Elementary School in February 1936, shortly after his 6th birthday. At that time, one could begin school in September or February, depending upon age. Having begun school shortly after his 6th birthday, he was usually the youngest in his class. When he was seven, the family moved to Colonial Heights, just across the river from Petersburg, and Gene began the second part of the second grade, designated as 2H. Grades were identified as 2L and 2H, or whatever the school year may have been. Gene attended the Colonial Heights Elementary School through the seventh grade. While in the sixth and seventh grades, he was on the school Safety Patrol and was promoted to Lieutenant in the seventh grade. In those days, the Safety Patrol was a much more coveted position than in modern times. One was elected to a position by the entire student body. Upon leaving the elementary school, Gene attended the Bolling Junior High School in Petersburg. At that time, the only school in Colonial Heights was the one elementary school. Bolling Junior High was what is known in the nineties as an Intermediate school and consisted of grades six, seven and eight. Having already completed the seventh grade, students from Colonial Heights only had to attend the eighth grade and then went to Petersburg High School. While in Junior High, Gene played the part of Scrooge in the Christmas play and then became interested in the band since he had been taking private trumpet lessons. He stayed in the band through the first year of high school but was not a good musician and really didn't care too much for that type of activity. Before the beginning of his second year in High School, his friend, Charlie Willis, encouraged him to try out for the football team. Gene did and really liked it. He played on the Junior Varsity the first and second year on the team and was substituting for varsity players frequently during the second year. During those times, high school only consisted of three years and one's total schooling was only eleven years. So, Gene's second year on the football team was in fact to be his last year. Having found football to be exhilarating and fun, he made a decision! First, if he were to graduate from the 11 year system on time, it would have been shortly after his 16th birthday and he believed that was too young, especially if he were going off to college. So what to do. He conferred with his coach, and some of his teachers. A plan was developed for him to fail in several subjects, preventing him from graduating, but letting him remain eligible for the football team. The results, Gene remained in high school, played two more years on the varsity and graduated shortly after his 18th birthday. While in high school, he was on the baseball team and was a member of several clubs. In his senior year, he was elected President of the Varsity Club. Also, during this time frame, he took flying lessons and he and a friend subsequently bought an airplane. In February of 1948, on week after graduating from high school, he entered Randolph Macon College. Not having a clue as to which direction to go in an education, he somewhat floundered for two years and at that point learned that he was about to be called into the military. In August of 1950, Gene enlisted in the U.S. Air Force. Since he loved flying and had a pilot's licence, his intent was to apply for the Flying Cadets Corps upon finishing basic training but that wasn't to be. There was a six month waiting list and then no guarantee that one would get in. He learned that he had been selected to go to the Air Traffic Control School so that was fine with him. In fact, it was more than fine since that decision launched a long and satisfying career. After completing technical training in Air Traffic Control, in March of 1951, Gene was assigned Furstenfeldbruk,a base in Germany, to begin on the job training. That assignment was another blessing in that at the time, our country was engaged in a war in Korea and many of the military went to the far east. After being in Germany for six months, volunteers were requested to be assigned to a base in England. He decided to do that and was assigned to Lakenheath, an Air Force base in East Anglica, not to far from Norwich. He spent a little less than a year and a half there and then transferred to RAF Sculthorpe, another U.S. base north of Lakenheath, near the North Sea. During the stay at Sculthorpe, he was promoted to Staff Sargent and selected as Tower Chief. In April of 1954, Gene received orders to rotate back to the U.S. and at the time, had four months left on his four year enlistment. After returning, the Air Force made him an offer. If he would re-enlist, he would be promoted to Tech Sargent and reassigned to a base in the U.S. If he would not re-enlist, the Air Force said that it would be too costly to reassign him for just four months and would offer him an Honorable Discharge. Gene asked that if he re-enlisted, would they reassign him back to England. The answer was no because at that time, only one tour overseas at a time was permitted, so Gene elected to be discharged. After returning to civilian life, Gene went to work for his father in the automobile business. He had saved his money and went searching for an airplane. Within a few months, he found a 1946 Cessna 120 with only 650 hours total time on the aircraft. That's analogous to buying an 8 year old automobile with only 33,000 miles on it. He loved the aircraft and flew every weekend. Then in late 1954, he met his future wife, Shirley Williams. He had known her before and if fact, had taken her flying when he was home on leave from England around Christmas of 1952. Gene and Shirley were married in October of 1955 and moved into one of his father's houses in Colonial Heights. Gene had never liked the automobile business and Shirley was not crazy about her job. They talked about their options and Shirley encouraged Gene to apply for a job with the Civil Aeronautics Asministration as an air traffic controller. Long story short, all the paper work and interviews were done and he was sent a telegram to report to the Washington Air Route Traffic Control Center at Washington National Airport. That was the beginning of a long and extremely satisfying career. Shirley was able to get a government job as well and was selected to be the secretary to the Chief of the Control Tower at National Airport. Gene proceeded through the training process at the Center and was ready to begin on the job training. Then fate entered the picture again. Shirley was pregnant with their first child, Lisa, and in her eighth month, would have to resign. About the same time, a developmental controller position became open at the Control Tower at National. Gene bid on the position and was selected, again another move in August. Shirley did not return to work for many years so that she could stay home with their budding family. The Civil Aeronautics Administration was reorganized and the name changed in 1958 to the Federal Aviation Agency, (FAA). In 1958, Gene and Shirley bought their first home in Vienna, Virginia and in 1961, their second daughter, Mary, was born. In due time, Gene was qualified as a full performance radar and tower controller and loved the work. He would tell people that he couldn't believe that he was paid to have so much fun working. In 1962, he was selected to be part of a team to study and develop new air traffic control procedures for the Washington area airspace. In 1964, he was promoted to a Team Supervisor position and remained in that position until 1969 when he was selected to be a Watch Supervisor at the Washington Dulles Control Tower and Radar Facility. In early 1972, Gene was requested to become part of team to organize the operational portion of the planned air show to be held at Dulles in the summer of 1972. The show was billed as a transportation show and called TRANSPO 72. It turned out to be the largest air show ever to be held anywhere. Gene's assignment was monumental in that he was responsible for designing air traffic procedures for handling the anticipated influx of aircraft throughout the duration of the show, oversee the design and publishing of all the necessary aeronautical charting required and a multitude of other tasks. He worked part time on this project for about eight 8 months and full time for six months, some of the days being 18 hours of work. When the show began, he was responsible for running the air activity from the control tower. This was done from 8:30 in the morning to 7:30 in the evening for ten consecutive days. This was a project that he throughly enjoyed but commented that he didn't believe that he would want to go through it again. In 1973, Gene was selected to co-chair a working group of controllers and supervisors to develop air traffic control procedures and routing with the objective of improving traffic flow and efficiency to the major airports in the Washington Metro area. A caveat was that there was little or no funding to make any major changes in navigational aids and such. In early 1974, the task was completed and was deemed a worthwhile effort. In 1974, while at work one day, Gene received a phone call from a former supervisor who was then the Deputy Director of Air Traffic Control. He asked Gene to come to work for him in the FAA Headquarters in Washington. Gene and Shirley talked it over and as much as he loved his work, he thought it only fair to get away from 18 years of shift work and take a day job, so the decision was made to accept the offer. One week later, in August again, he was on the job as a specialist in the Terminal Procedures Branch. This branch developed new air traffic procedures nationwide as well as clarify existing procedures to the field. Gene was there about a year when again in August, the Director of Air Traffic asked him to work as his Special Assistant. He did that until he bid on a position in Houston, Texas. The position was that of Deputy Manager of Houston tower and approach control. He was selected and reported on July 5, 1976. After nearly eighteen months at Houston, Gene did not have the job satisfaction that he had experienced before. Again, he and Shirley talked it over and decided a change was necessary. At that time, Lisa was at Wake Forest University in North Carolina and Mary was with them in Houston. Gene made a call to his former boss, the Director, and that was all that it took. Gene reported for duty back in Washington at his old job in procedures. This was January 1978. Shirley and Mary came along about a month later after the house was sold. Shirley did not work at all during the stay in Houston and took a part time job back in Virginia as a school secretary. She worked part time until Mary went to college at the University of Richmond, then she went to full time. After a few months back in Washington, the Director asked Gene to come up again and work as his Special Assistant until they could find someone to fill the position. This position was used to provide an overview for those specialists who had aspirations of moving back to the field in a management position. Exposure to the Air Traffic Service from the top was invaluable to someone going back to the field. About a year later, Gene was still in the position and along about that time, the Director retired. Three directors and around seven years later and still in the Special Assistant position, Gene retired from the FAA on January 3, 1986. Another former boss had retired and had formed his own company. He had a contract with the FAA to train air traffic controllers throughout the nation. In November of 1987, he called Gene and asked him to come to work for him. Again Gene and Shirley talked it over and decided it might be fun and some travel might be involved. Gene was hired as an Operations Manager with oversight for the company training in Anchorage, Seattle, Denver, Salt Lake City, Minneapolis and Chicago. It turned out to be a lot of fun and when the company won a contract to train Russian and Chinese controllers, Gene was assigned to develop a ten week training course to be held at the University of Alaska and the University of North Dakota. Considerable travel was necessary and Gene took Shirley along on four of the trips to Alaska. They both fell in love with Alaska. Gene retired from that job in April of 1995 at the age of 65. Shirley continued to work until just before "August" of 1995 when they moved to Fredericksburg, Virginia. Gene and Shirley love it in Fredericksburg and are very involved and attached to their church, the Fredericksburg Baptist Church. Gene stays busy with several hobbies, work at church and helping others less fortunate. His hobbies consist of photography, picture framing, genealogy and associated research, computers, and simulation flying on the computer. Both daughters are married with families. Lisa has two girls, Rachel and Hannah and Mary has one girl, Jessica Marie and one boy, Nicholas Cole.	Barlow, Gene (I_1601620245)
144	Grave 38, Row 4, Block 10, Section 14	Samson, Phyliss Grace (I_1601620739)
145	Hartford,Hartford,CT	Provoost, Margaretta (I_1601620520)
146	Henry Barlow was the son of James Barlow and Elizabeth Watson Barlow. He was born in Darlington and baptized at St. Cuthbert's church. His father was listed as a filecutter/wheel wright or filesmith. It is speculated that Henry and his family emigrated to the U. S. when their son William was young. An article from the Barnesville, Ohio Enterprise describes the life and death of William and his brother Amos. In 1827, Henry was trading as a grocer, linen thread manufacturer and small ware dealer in Bondgate, Darlington. In 1832, he was among the signaturists on a letter to Joseph Pease Jun. Esq. asking him to stand as the candidate for the Parliment in the general election for the constituency of Southern County Durham. In 1841, Henry was living in Shildon with Ann and Elizabeth, and also Thomas and his wife and family. There, he operated as a grocer in the Market Place. By 1851 he was back in Bondgate, Darlington (listed as no.100, but eleswhere as no. 99) In the last few months of his life, he was persuaded by his wife to join the Quakers but only attended one meeting before his death on 26th February, 1852. His death was recorded in The British Friend of April 1852 and briefly in the Darlington and Stockton Times of February 28, 1852. From the British Friend; "At Darlington, Henry Barlow, scnr., aged 69. He had for 50 years made a Christian profession, and was remarkable for the sincerity, meekness, and glentleness of his spirit. He had been but about two months a member of our religious Society, and was only able to be once at meeting since his admission." From the book "Men that Are gone From The Streets of Darlington", the following is excerpted from page 238: "Here we are at the corner shop where two old maids swelt and dealt, and deemed it no breach of the decalogue to sell pennyworths of mint lozenges to the hoarse choristers who deserted the rood left for a few moments only to recruit their powers of psalmody. This was the same shop Mr. Henry Barlow commenced the business which he subsequently transferred to the north-west corner of Skinnergate. He was a quiet, unassuming man, with energy enough for moil and toil, but without capacity for a struggle. He was an honest, respectable tradesman, and no doubt had reasons satisfactory to himself for his late in life abjuration of Methodism, and attendance at the worship of the Society of Friends. He died February 26, 1852, aged sixty nine." Last Will and Testament of Henry Barlow This is the last Will and Testament of me, Henry Barlow of Darlington, in the County of Durham (lilegible) Deaver in manner following. I give, devise and bequeath unto my Dear Wife Ann Barlow, her heirs, administrators and assigns forever the whole of my real property consisting of several dwelling houses with the appertenances thereunto belonging, situate in a street called Bongate in Darlington aforesaid, and now in the occupation of myself and others, several houses with the appertenances, situate in Posthouse (illegible) now in the occupation of Ann Hodgson and several others; also a House and Shop with the appertenances situate at Cheapside, Shildon in the County of Durham, aforesaid and now in the occupation of William Veach, for her own property use and benefit, and with full power to dispose of the same in any way she may think best. I also give and bequeath unto my said Wife the whole of my personal property and effects of whatever (illegible) use or kind. The same may be subject however to the payment of my just debts and funeral expenses. And I do hereby constitute and appoint my said Wife Ann Barlow to be Executrix of this my last Will and Testament in witness whereof I have set my hand and seal this Eighth Day of October the year One thousand Eight hundred and fifty one. Source of Will: Durham University Library Archives and Special Collections Reference Durham Probate Records	Barlow, Henry (I_1601620732)
147	Henry's family imigrated to this country in1830 . Barnesville Enterprise August 1895 Death of Mr. Henry Barlow We copy the following obituary from the Portsmouth Times. The Henry Barlow, whose death is chronicled was a brother of Messrs. Wm. J. and Amos Barlow, of this place. Henry Barlow, of East Fourth Street, died Monday morning at 2 o'clock, after three weeks of sickness. Death was due directly to heart trouble, induced by general weakness. Mr. Barlow was born in Darlington, Durham County, England, but with his parents came to America when 14 years old and grew up in and about Baltimore, Md. When a young man he came West, and while in Ross County he was married to Rosene Marshall, on January 26, 1847. They then went to Jackson where for a long period of years he was a leading and prosperous merchant. After the war the came to Portsmouth, where they have lived ever since, except for a few years spent in Vincennes, Ind., and a couple of years on the West Side. Here Mr. Barlow worked first for J. B. Nichols, as a cabinet maker, and latterly at the Walt furniture factory. He was one of the finest of cabinet makers. For the past two years he had been too weak to work much, and his enforced idleness, after a long life continued activity, chafed him not a little. His wife and four sons - Lewis, James, Gus B. and Kirk survive him. He would have been 79 years old the 22nd of next December. Mr. Barlow was a member of Bigelow M.E. Church, and lived and died in strong and firm yet child-like faith in his salvation. Those who knew him, and had watched him all the years of his residence here loved and respected him, for in every word and deed there was visible the tender, humble, loving, Christ likeness that comes from constant spiritual association with the Nazarine. If in the other world any crowns are brighter, any harps more tuneful, and the places more honorable, those who knew Henry Barlow are sure the angels kept the best for him. The funeral was held at 3 o'clock Tuesday afternoon, from the home. Rev. McElroy conducted the services, assisted by Presiding Elder Filler. The floral offerings were very pretty and the family desires to thank the friends for them, especially Mrs. Dr. Titus, Mrs. Reinhardt, Mrs. Robert Barlow, and Miss Mary Atkins.	Barlow, Henry (I_1601620420)
148	Hensall Union Ce, Huron Co., Ont.	Gibson, Robert (I_1601620633)
149	Hensall Union Ce, Usborne Twp., Huron Co., Ont.	Dick, Ann (I_1601620632)
150	http://interactive.ancestry.com/1995/MIUSA1775D_135016-00391 Page 389 - 400	Source (S_1695440966)

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Arthur Barlow was born in Barnsville, Ohio on October 8, 1900 during William McKinley's Administration (1837-1901) . He was the oldest of six children and lived in Barnesville until sometime in 1907 when the family decided to move to Texas.
Arthur lived and worked on the Spring Hill Dairy Farm until he was around twenty years old. He attended school at Waverly, Virginia and completed two years of high school before the demand of helping his father on the farm dictated that he leave school. He would relate how he would have to get up at four in the morning every day and deliver a wagon load of milk to the railroad station in Waverly. When the train made its stop , he would have to load the milk cans on to the train. Because of his obligation to helping with the farm, he never became involved in sports. Of course, organized school sports were not as we knew them in the mid forties and certainly not as we know them in the mid nineties.
Arthur met Margaret (Margie) Harris and they were subsequently married in Sussex County, Virginia February 17, 1920. The ceremony was performed by James L. Foster. Arthur rented a farm and they moved into a farmhouse and continued farming. There is little known about the marriage and relationship for the four years they were married. There was one story that Arthur once told about he and Margie attending a funeral in Waverly. The funeral home had just purchased a motorized hearse and that day was the first time it was used. Margie commented that she wondered who would be the next person to ride in it. A few weeks later, Margie gave birth to a daughter, Marguerite on November 11, 1924. Margie had complications at the time of the childbirth and died shortly thereafter. She was the next one to be in the hearse! Arthur later related the story that it was several days before she could be buried and that she lay in her casket in the home. Someone had to be with her 24 hours per day to keep rats from reaching the body. This was customary in those days.
In 1925, Arthur left Marguerite with his mother and went to Columbus, Ohio to stay with his aunts, Martha, Inez, and Alice. (As mentioned previously, the aunts had initially come to Virginia shortly after the family settled there, as part owner of the farm.) While in Ohio, he worked in the nearby oil fields to earn enough money to attend an auto mechanics school in Columbus and stayed in the YMCA while attending the school. After completing the school, he returned to Virginia.

Upon his return, Arthur, his brother Francis and brother in-law, Frank Livesay (Mildred's husband) opened a Willis Overland and Whippet Auto dealership on Bank Street in Petersburg. It is believed that was during 1928 -1929 time frame. Then the big depression came in late 1929. They were not able to make it selling cars so they started an auto repair business located in Rose Alley between Sycamore Street and Franklin Street. It was during that time, the took on the Plymouth franchise. In 1931, they relocated at 113 West Tabb Street in Petersburg and named the business was Tri-Motor Sales. In 1933, they took on the DeSoto franchise as well. In 1939 , Arthur bought the other two out and continued the business on his own. His brother Francis was quite bitter about the arrangement and it wasn't until the 1970's that the relationship returned to normal. It is not clear to the writer as to the cause for the bitterness but I do know that it wasn't Arthur's fault. At the risk of getting ahead of the story, it should be emphasized at this point that Arthur was probably the most honest, trustworthy and kind man who ever lived. It is inconceivable to see him in any other light.

Sometime in 1927, Arthur's sister, Virginia (Gin), introduced him to a school friend of hers. This friend was Lillian Mae Cogle. Lillian, or "Lil", was the youngest of twelve children and lived with her parents on a farm in Prince George County, about three miles from Disputanta, Virginia. (See photo taken of first date) Arthur and Lillian were married in Petersburg, Virginia on September 15, 1928. The minister who married them was W.B. Jett.

The first born was Gene, on January 7, 1930. (Note: Lillian died on January 7, 1987). Life was not easy in the 30's for it was the time of the "Great Depression" in this country. Arthur was earning about $5.00 a week then. It became difficult to eat and pay the rent and the family ended up moving frequently because they couldn't pay the rent. When Gene was about 1 year old, the family lived on Suffolk Avenue in Colonial Heights. (See picture of house in photo section) They then moved to a house facing Central Park in Petersburg, then to one on Washington Street and finally to one on Wythe Street, directly across the street from Duncan Brown Elementary school. As of 1998, the only two no longer standing are the ones on Wythe Street. The second born was William Maurice, or Maurice as he preferred. He was born May 6, 1933 at home on Wythe Street in Petersburg just north of where I 95 crosses Wythe. The house is no longer standing.

In 1937, Arthur took a very risky (as he described it) step and bought a new house, located at 330 Jefferson Avenue, Colonial Heights, Virginia. It was all brick and had three bedrooms but no central heat. He told his son Gene that when he made that decision, he really believed that he would never be able to pay for it in his lifetime. The house cost $3,700 and his monthly payments were $15. Difficult to believe, but those were still hard times. Arthur and his wife Lil, and their two sons, Gene and Maurice moved into the house in August 1937. Marguerite remained with and was essentially raised by her grandmother.

Although never seriously ill in his life, Arthur did have his appendix rupture while at work one day in 1935 . He nearly bled to death before they got him to the hospital. After that, he had no serious illnesses until much later.

Business as a DeSoto/Plymouth Auto Dealer was fair to good. He never really got rich and there were good reasons. When World War II broke out in December of 1942, automobile manufactures stopped making automobiles and began producing war related machines, i.e., airplanes. tanks, trucks, etc. Auto dealers were able to get spare parts for repairs during the war years. Tri-Motor Sales also doubled as a parking garage for the Hotel Petersburg, located about a block down the street. With the parts, repair business and the parking, Arthur and his business were able to survive through the war. The first new cars after the war were the 1946 models and there was a tremendous demand. They were slow arriving and as one might expect, greed enters the picture. Most dealers in Petersburg and elsewhere sold their cars for what the market would bare and to the highest bidder. (That was beginning of customer distrust for auto dealers.) Arthur Barlow did not do that. During the war, customers came in and put their names on a list for delivery after the war. Arthur honored that list and never deviated from or asked for or accepted one penny over the list price. The first shipment received were DeSotos and the first customer on the list was Dr. Hill, who lived in Colonial Heights. (See picture in Photo section) The car was a four door Deluxe, robin's egg blue and sold for $1380. Since Arthur had extraordinary integrity, he would never get rich like the others, and besides, money never really meant that much to him. He lived with the average of about $400 net profit from the new cars at that time. That, and the fact that there were three Plymouth dealers in Petersburg at the time, didn't help matters. There was his dealership, Tri-Motor Sales, a Chrysler/Plymouth and a Dodge/Plymouth dealership. Everyone thought that a little much for Petersburg, with a population of about 35,000 at the time. Most of the other dealers in town retired with a great deal of money as a result of their indiscretions right after the war. Most of them were good people too.

Arthur didn't have many hobbies. Mostly his work and hunting, although he talked hunting more that he ever really went hunting. His family recalls that he did buy a few expensive (for that time) hunting dogs, and shotguns only to give them away later. His experience and heritage as a farmer led him to rent a lot adjacent to his house in Colonial Heights and have a rather large garden. He even rented a horse from someone and did the plowing. (See picture in photo section). Gasoline powered garden equipment was not invented yet, except for large tractors.

Arthur had an excellent reputation and was convinced by his friends to run for a position on the City Council of Colonial Heights. He handily won the seat and served for several years. He was also very active in Wesley Methodist Church in Colonial Heights and was Chairman of the Board of Stewards for a number of years.

Business or perhaps the management of his business was not very good in the later 1950's and early 1960's. After exhausting nearly all of his assets, Arthur sold his dealership in 1962. Shortly thereafter, Buck Royster, the owner of Ted Curry Motors, the Dodge/Plymouth dealership, offered Arthur a position as Manager of Used Car Sales. He took the job and was subsequently moved to General Manager of the Dealership. He retired from that position in 1972, at the age of 72.

Arthur's wife Lillian had not been healthy for years and was essentially housebound along about the time Arthur retired. He remained home taking care of her until she died from emphysema on January 7, 1987, her oldest son's birthday.

Arthur remained in his home and later in 1987, discovered a walnut size knot on the inside of his right thigh. After examination, it was discovered to be a malignant tumor. He was treated with kemo therapy and within a few weeks, there was no trace of cancer. He returned to his doctor for a final checkup and a routine examination revealed that his aorta was swollen as large as two hands clasped together. In other words, it was very close to bursting, which is usually fatal. He was immediately taken to the hospital and operated on the next day. The operation was done in the morning and lasted four hours. A section of the aorta was replaced with a vinyl "Y" joint. Later that evening, he asked his son, Gene if he could get out of bed and walk a little. Keep in mind, he was 87 and only hours after a major operation ! Gene went to the nurse station and asked the same question. She said it was O K if he felt like. He did ! Two weeks later, he was driving his car.

As the years passed, Arthur's knees began to get weaker primarily from the lack of activity, making it difficult to walk. On his 90th birthday, his son Gene had invited him to a weeks vacation in Alaska. He was ready to go. A week before the trip, he was working in his garden and was bitten by some type of insect. The results were an infected elbow and three days of hospitalization. Needless to say, the trip was postponed. When the next opportunity came around, Arthur's legs were just too bad to travel. He was using a walker to get around and was still living by himself, preparing his meals etc. In mid 1993, he was no longer able to completely take care of himself so the family hired someone to stay with him five days a week. This continued until his 94th birthday when he and his family agreed that even with home assistance, he could no longer remain at home. On November 10, 1994, he was admitted to the Colonial Heights Convalescent Center. His attitude about the entire matter was outstanding. He said that he realized there was no other alternative. This was the classic Arthur Barlow. Always positive ! It wasn't too long however before his life support system began to shut down. After four months in the nursing home, Arthur died of congestive heart failure on February 10, 1995, four months to the day that he entered the Convalescent Center.

As the years pass, only those of us who knew him and loved him, and perhaps those descendants who might find it interesting to read this Chronicle will remember Arthur Barlow and his contribution to society just by being the person he was.

The Progress Index
Petersburg, Virginia
February 11, 1995

ARTHUR MOORE BARLOW

Arthur Moore Barlow, 94, former owner of Tri-Motor Sales and General Manager of Ted Curry Motors until his retirement at age 72 , died February 10 of congestive heart failure at the Colonial Heights Convalescent Center .
Mr. Barlow had been a resident of Colonial Heights since 1937. He was born in Barnsville, Ohio on October 8, 1900. His family moved to Sussex County, Virginia in 1907.
He began his career as a farmer near Waverly, Virginia. After the sudden death of his first wife, Margie Harris, he left the farm and went back to Ohio to live with his aunts and work in the oil fields while attending automotive school. Upon completion of the school, he returned to Virginia. In 1928, he married Lillian Cogle of Prince George. She passed away in 1987.
Arthur Barlow was a member of Highland United Methodist Church and was Chairman of the Board of Stewards for a number of years. He was also a member of the Colonial Heights City Council for several years.
Survivors include his two brothers, William of Disputanta and Richard of Colonial Heights; a daughter, Marguerite Hatch of Hopewell, two sons, Gene of Oakton, Va. and Maurice of Colonial Heights, seven grandchildren and eight great grandchildren.
Arthur Barlow was a kind and gentle man who was admired by all who knew him. His presence will be missed.
Graveside services will be at 11 a.m. Monday, Feb. 13, 1995, in Blandford Cemetery in Petersburg with the Rev. Dr. J. Floyd Wingfield officiating. The family requests in lieu of flowers, contributions be made in his name to the Highland United Methodist Church Building fund or to the charity of your choice. Arrangements by the E. Alvin Small Funeral Home in Colonial Heights.

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As detailed in obit

Gibson, Isabel (I_1601620651)

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At the time of the marriage of Ann Nixon to James Barlow, Ann had an eight year old daughter, also camed Ann. It is not known who Ann was previously married to or whether she had even been married. Some research data has intimated that Ann's daughter was illegitimate. James adopted Ann. Ann subsequently married Richard Woodland.

Nixon, Ann (I_1601620425)

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Barnesville Enterprise

Thursday, September 11, 1890

Death of Mrs. Martha Barlow

Mrs. Martha Barlow, the loving and beloved wife of Mr. Amos Barlow, died from the effect of la grippe, shortly after noon on Wednesday of last week, September 3, 1890, surrounded by her startled and stricken family. Although she had been in delicate health for above seven months, and it was generally believed impossible for her to regain her wonted health and strength, few thought of death as being so near until it was scarcely an hour distant. Loving eyes were blinded to the changes, and loving hearts, which felt they could scarcely live without, were loath to harbor a thought of losing her, and when they suddenly saw death rush into their circle, where he had not set foot for twenty-one years, and claimed the idolized mother. They realized that he does indeed "love a shining mark," and no wonder that for a time husband and children were inconsolable. The funeral on Friday was attended by such an assembly of people as few have ever seen in a country place, while the services, conducted by
Rev. Peregoy, were beautiful and affecting in the extreme. Interment was made in Green Mount cemetery during a heavy rain, which made it seem as if the very elements wept for sympathy. And thus closed the last sad earthly rites over one long to be remembered by all who knew her. A loving, helpful, self- sacrificing wife, a kind indulgent mother, a tender confiding sister, a loyal friend and a sympathetic neighbor, she endeared herself so much to those about her, that the faithful hearts left behind will cry of their loss in future years as Scotland's sweetest singer did of his,

"Time but the impression deeper makes
As streams their channel deeper wear."

Mrs. Barlow was born in Baltimore, Md. December 26, 1834. She was the daughter of Rev. J. N. Hunt, and was married April 27, 1856, to Mr. Amos Barlow, with whom she journeyed over the hills and plains of life for 35 years, helping to bear his burdens and adding sunshine to his lighter hours. She was the mother of ten children, seven of whom are living; and, with the husband, brothers, sisters, a large circle of other relatives and a host of friends, are left to mourn for one, of whom a loving daughter truly said, "Mother didn't have any enemies." The bereaved family have the heartfelt sympathy of the entire community in their sorrow, and if the tears and kind words of their many friends could lighten their load, their poor crushed hearts would soon be healed.

Hunt, Martha Ann (I_1601620346)

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Barnesville Enterprise

Thursday, January 8, 1885

Editor Enterprise. - It is with pleasure that we proceed to chronicle the marriage of Miss Emma Barlow, daughter of Mr. Amos Barlow, of this vicinity, to Mr. Chas. Crew, of Chesterfield, Morgan County, Ohio. The wedding occurred Thursday evening January 1st, 1885, at the residence of the bride's father, and was quite a novel and pleasant affair. The guest were ignorant of the fact that a marriage was to occur, having been invited by Miss Emma to a party on New Year's evening. They were received by the young lady herself, who, with her pleasant ways and ready wit, started the ball of social enjoyment rolling at such a rate that she managed to slip away unnoticed, and by the time the guest began to note her absence, she returned arrayed in a tasteful bridal costume, leaning upon the arm of Mr. Crew. They were preceded by Elder Paine, who in a very impressive ceremony pronounced them man and wife. After congratulations were over, the assembly was served with refreshments, which were pronounced first class by all. A general good time was indulged in, and the guests paid their final compliments to the wedded pair and retired. Mr. Crew is certainly a very worthy young man. Coming here a stranger, two years ago, he has won for himself a long list of friends. Mrs. Crew is one of those rare women, who combine talent and social accomplishments with practical every day wisdom, and we venture to predict that her husband will find in her a true helpmate in climbing the ladder of life. We are sorry to lose Emma from our midst, but our loss is certainly Mr. Crew's gain. They will remain here a few weeks, when they will leave for their future home in Morgan county.
THE BARNESVILLE
WHETSTONE

May 18, 1939

TWO SISTERS DIE WITHING TWENTY -FOUR HOURS; ELDEST AND YOUNGEST OF FAMILY

One Very Suddenly from Heart Attack; Other Lingering Illness Due to Complications

Mrs. Emma Crew

Friends here were notified on Monday of the sudden death of Mrs. Emma B. Crew a native of this vicinity which oc curred Sunday morning in the home of her daughter, Mrs. Henry S. Richwine in Colu mbus due to severe heart attack.
Mrs. Crew, the eldest daughter of Amos and Martha Hunt Barlow was born near Barnesville and was eighty-two years of age. She was the widow of Charles Crew of Morgan County who preceded her in death several years ago and had been a resident in Columbus for many years. Mrs. Crew was a member of the King Avenue Methodist Church where she worshipped as long as she was able to attend and always adhered to that faith. Besides the daughter, she is survived by five grandchildren; also at time of death , by four sisters: Miss Martha Barlow, Mrs. Inez Wise, Mrs. Florence Conard, but the fourth one Miss Alice Barlow, who was very low, passed away a few hours later.
Funeral service was conducted by Dr. Walter H. Briggs her pastor in the Egan- Ryan mortuary and burial was made in Green lawn, Columbus.

More About EMILY (EMMA) BARLOW:
Cause of Death: Heart Attack

Barlow, Emily (I_1601620341)

106

Barnesville Enterprise

August 16, 1900

Conard - Barlow

The marriage of Miss Florence Barlow and Mr. J. B. Conard, of this place, will take place at the home of the bride on Thursday evening of this week. Dr. A. J. Hiatt, of the Methodist church, officiating. The marriage would seem to be an eminently fitting one. Mr. Conard is one of the well known and successful teachers of the coun try, with every prospect of promotion and advancement in his chosen work, and has recently been elected superintendent of the schools of West Salem, Ohio. Miss Barlow is the charming daughter of Mr. Amos Barlow, and is thoroughly accomplished in all the domestic affairs of life. Of a cheerful disposition and kindly nature, accustomed always to looking on the bright side of life, she will bring sunshine and happiness into her home and be a competent and worthy partner, assisting her husband all along the journey of life. It is with more than usual pleasure that we congratulate this young couple and heartily wish for them a full mea sure of the joys and pleasures of life. The wedding will be a quiet one only the immedi ate relatives of the contracting parties being present. They will go to West Salem, O. where Mr. Conard's school duties begin on the first of September.

Barlow, Adda Florence (I_1601620337)

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Barnesville Enterprise
FEBRUARY 28, 1898
Death of Wm. J. Barlow
In the death of Mr. William J. Barlow, which occurred at his home south of town on Monday morning February 21, the community loses one of the most honorable and honored men. Without ostentation, modest and unassuming in demeanor, yet he builded for himself a character for honesty and a reputation and record for uprightness and reliability that the great and noble ones of earth might envy. Mr. Barlow had faith in his fellow man and no word of slander ever passed his lips. He spoke ill of no one and everyone had faith in him. In dying he leaves to his family the heritage of a blameless life and a record for honesty of purpose that all might wish to emulate.
Mr. Barlow was not a native of this country. He was born in Darlington, England, and came with his parents to America when only eight years of age. They lived near Baltimore for five years and then came to Barnesville. For sixty years he lived on the farm south of town, where he reared a most estimable family of children, and where by industry and frugality he acquired a competence. In connection with his brother, Mr. Amos Barlow, he started early in the berry growing business, and they did much to foster and encourage the culture of small fruits in this section. Between the brothers there was a remarkable attachment and an affection that lasted to the grave. Mr. Barlow's wife died about two years ago, and since that time he apparently lost his interest in the affairs of life and seemed only waiting.
"Till the shadows were a little longer grown."
_ His health gradually failed, and the burden of years weighed heavily. His step grew more feeble and the infirmities of age, gradually overcame him until Monday morning when the final summons came and he sank to rest. He leaves a family of four children - one son, Mr. James Barlow, of Quaker City, and three girls, Mrs. Walter Gregg, of Newark, and Mrs. Saddler and Mrs. Barlow of Baltimore, all of whom were home when he died. Funeral services were held on Tuesday afternoon. Internment in Green Mount Cemetery. Sincere sympathy is extended the bereaved children and relatives in the loss of their father.

Barlow, William J. (I_1601620416)

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Barnesville Enterprise
January 2, 1896
Death of a good Woman
December 28, 1895
They were, but are not; as we meet.
We miss them and of each we say
Alas ! A friend has passed away,
Whose smiles whose words we loved to greet.
It becomes our sad duty to record the death of our esteemed friends, Mrs. Hannah Barlow, the beloved wife of Mr. Wm. J. Barlow, which occurred at her home south of this place, Saturday morning at the age of sixty-three. The deceased had been in delicate health for several years and at times endured great pain and suffering, but with her characteristic hopefulness and energy - she passed in and ut among us always cheerful and happy ever looking forward to being well again to enjoy with her husband the competence they had gained by hard work as hand in hand they had traveled life's pathway together. Until a few weeks ago Mrs. Barlow was able to come to town but, another or more severe attack of sickness prostrated her, and although she made a brave fight for life naught availed - and she quietly passed away to be forever at rest in a brighter better world. For more than fifteen years it has been our pleasure and privilege to know Mrs. Barlow, and as she each week clasped our hand in friendly greeting and asked after our welfare, we learned to estimate her true worth. She was one of earth's noble women. Honest, generous and kind hearted, she quietly went about doing good and many a poor and needy one was made happy and comfortable by her deeds of kindness. In her family she was a model wife and mother, and she found her greatest happiness in making her home a peaceful haven for her loved ones. To us the life of Mr. and Mrs. Barlow was an ideal one. The love that they pledged at the marriage altar never lessened, but as the years went on, they depended more and more upon each other and their love and devotion was touching and pathetic. Surrounded by the blessings and comforts each had labored to gain they were assured of a future free from worry or care, and had hoped side by side to enjoy life's sunset together, but alas, the beloved wife has fallen by the wayside - and the bereaved husband sits by the fireside lonely and desolate, only waiting till the shadows are a little longer grown, when he will reunited with his beloved wife to be parted no more forever.
Mrs. Barlow's maiden name was Miss Hannah Moore. She was the second daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Moore, and was born in Barnesville. She was married to the husband who survives her November 10, 1864. She leaves two estimable children and an aged mother, brother and sisters to mourn her loss. Our hearts go out in tender sympathy to the bereaved family in their deep sorrow. When the spirit of Hannah Barlow took its flight not only her own family but all who were intimately associated with her lost a true friend. Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon and followed to their last resting place in the Southern cemetery by a large concourse of friends.

Moore, Hannah (I_1601620412)

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Barnesville Enterprise
July 1903
Death of Mrs. Ann Woodland
The death of Mrs. Ann Woodland, widow of the late Richard Woodland, whose serious illness we announced last week, occurred at her home on South Broadway on Wednesday evening. She was nearly 87 years of age and was one of the oldest residents of the town. She was only sick about two weeks with inflammation of the stomach, although her health had been declining for nearly two years. Mrs. Woodland whose maiden name was Barlow, was born in Darlington, England and came to this country when but eleven years of age, and has ever since resided here, settling on the old Barlow farm south of town. She was married here to Richard Woodland, whose death occurred thirty four years ago. She leaves one brother, Amos Barlow and one sister, Miss Belle Barlow, both of this place. She is also survived by five children. She was in every respect an excellent woman. A life long and consistent member of the Methodist church, and was kindly cared for by her children and friends. Fu neral services were held on Friday afternoon conducted by Dr. G.F. Oliver. Internment in Green Mount beside the remains of her husband.
NOTE: The above Death Notice stated that Ann came from Darlington and had ever since resided in the Barnesville area. That is not exactly correct in that the family first settled in or around Baltimore, Md and remained there for approximately five years before moving to Ohio.
Last Will and Testament of Ann Barlow Woodland, daughter of James and Ann Nixon Barlow.
January 31, 1898
I, Ann Woodland of Belmont County. State of Ohio. being in good health of body and of sound and dispersing mind and memory and being desiring of settling my worldly affairs while I have strength and capacity so to do, make public and declare this my Last Will and Testament that is to say,
First - I will and direct that all my just debts that may exist me at my decease shall be settled.
Second - After the settlement of my debts if any., I give and bequeath the residue of my estate as follows: To my son James Woodland, I leave the sum of One dollar ($1.00). To my daughter Theresa Ann Boyd, I leave the sum of One dollar ($1.00). All the balance of my real and personal property I leave to my Sons and Daughters, William woodland, Joseph Woodland and Mary Jeffries, share and share alike.
I hereby appoint Alexander Moore Executor of this my Last Will and Testament In witness whereof I hereunto set my hand and seal this 31 day of January, 1898.
Signed by the said Ann Woodland, who at the same time published and declared the same as and for her Last Will and Testament in the presence of us who in the presence of each other and at her request have hereunto subscribe our names as Witnesses:
Mary Gregg Her Mark
Nancy Barrett Ann Woodland
Will admitted to probate July 15, 1903
John S. Cockran
Probate Judge

Barlow, Ann Nixon (I_1601620415)

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Barnesville Enterprise
DECEMBER 14, 1899

Wise - Barlow

The Enterprise is glad to announce the marriage of Mr. James Wise and Miss Inez Barlow, of this place, which occurred at the home of the bride's father, Mr. Amos Barlow, Thursday noon. The impressive ceremony was performed by Dr. A. J. Hiatt, of the Methodist church and witnessed only by the relatives of the contracting parties. An elegant wedding feast was served in an attractive manner. Mr. Wise came to this place from Bellaire and has held an excellent position in the canning factory. He is a reli able, wide awake business man of good habits and has made many friends in Barnesville. He recently purchased the inter est of Mr. Amos Barlow in the berry box and crate factory and will go into permanent business with Mr. Will Barlow in that busi ness. The bride belongs to an excellent family and is esteemed for her many excel lent qualities. Intelligent, of amiable disposi tion and accomplished in those arts which are essential to a happy home life, she will be an inspiration to her husband and make him a good wife. The enterprise extends congratulations and wishes for Mr. and Mrs. Wise a married life of unalloyed happi ness. The bride and groom were given an elegant reception at the home of Mr. Wise's parents in Bellarie, Friday evening. After a few days visit they will return to Barnesville and occupy their new home in the southern part of the town.

Barlow, Inez L (I_1601620339)

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Barnesville Enterprise
Thursday, September 4, 1890
Death of Mr. John Barlow
It is with regret we announce the death of Mr. John Barlow, of Baltimore, son of Thomas Barlow, deceased, which occurred at the home of his father in-law, Mr. William J. Barlow, south of town, last Friday. (August 29) Until last winter Mr. Barlow had enjoyed excellent health and looked forward to a long and happy life. During the prevalence of la grippe he was seriously ill with the disease, which settled on his lungs, and finally developed into hasty consumption, which ended his useful life at the age of fifty in the early summer. Mr. Barlow, with his faithful devoted wife, came to Barnesville with the hope that the pure, fresh air from our Belmont hills, would bring him new health and strength, and make him well again. And in the happy comfortable home of his father-in-law where every wish was gratified it seemed for a time, that life would be spared to those who loved him. But alas, the fond hopes were not to be realized, and in the quiet twilight hour he bade goodby to earth and entered upon the enjoyments of a brighter, better world. The deceased was a noble, good man, and highly esteemed by all who knew him. Throughout his afflictions he was patient and happy, and entirely resigned to the will of the kind Father, in whom he had all his life trusted so implicitly. Mr. Barlow leaves an estimable wife to mourn his loss. The remains were enbalmed and taken to Baltimore Saturday morning for interment, and were accompanied by the bereaved wife and father-in-law, Mr. William J. Barlow, of this place.

Barlow, John (I_1601620374)

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Barnesville Enterprise;

Thursday, January 14, 1943:

Husband and Mother of Mrs. Roy Barlow Die the Same Day

."Mrs. Roy Barlow was doubly bereaved last Thursday, January 7, by the sudden death early that morning of her husband, and the death that evening of her mother, Mrs. Anna Mumma. "Mr. Barlow's death was caused by heart trouble which he had discovered he was suffering from, only a week before. He had continued in his work as a shipping clerk at the Hanlon Paper Company where he had been employed for 34 years. In the morning as he was eating breakfast, the telephone rang, and he went to answer it as Mrs. Barlow said she feared it was bad news from her mother who had been seriously ill for some time. Mr. Barlow suffered a hemorrhage, and died at once. Mrs. Mumma lived until that evening." "Roy Barlow was the son of Charles, and Anna Barlow, and was born June 30, 1887, in Barnesville where he spent his entire life. He was a man of the finest character and held great esteem and regard in this city.
"Besides his wife, formerly Miss Pearl Mumma, Mr. Barlow is survived by two sisters Mrs. Cora Helm, and Miss Daisy Barlow of East Main Street, and two nephews. The funeral services were held from the Campbell Funeral Home Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clcok. They were conducted by Rev. C. Clare Davis pastor of the First Methodist Church, and interment was made in the Southern Cemetery."

Barlow, Frederick Leroy (I_1601620313)

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Became a English subject by take the oath of abjuration, make the declaration of fidelity, and receive the sacrament. Minister G. DuBois. Witnessed by William Crelus and Christian Stouber

Kool, Johannes (I_1601620516)

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Biography of Thomas Barlow 1810 - 1880

Thomas was the first son and second child of Henry and Ann Barlow. He was born on August 8, 1810 and baptized September 30, 1810 at St. Cuthbert's, Darlington. The first date for which there is information about Thomas is on October 24, 1832 when he married Margaret Dennison, who was probably the daughter of George Dennison and Mary Kell of Coniscliffe. His obituary claims that he began to preach the gospel in his seventeenth year, 1826. In 1835 he wrote a "Letter on Wesleyan Reform and Primitive Methodists' which he published to inform his friends as to why her was joining the later group. He at this point identified himself with the "Wesleyan Association."

Thomas lived in Shildon near Darlington from about 1832 until around 1845, He was in Shildon when his first children were born. They were Mary Ann (1833), Thomas Dennison (1835, died in infancy), William Crosby (1837), George (1839), Margaret Jane (1842,died in infancy) Charles Dennison (1845, died in infancy)

In 1841, Thomas and Margaret were living in Market Place, Shildon with Henry and Ann, and his sister Elizabeth. His occupation was given as a draper although at the same time he was preaching in the area. By 1845, he was in the Isle of Wight as a teacher for the young people imprisoned in Parkhurst Prison. While at Parkhurst, Thomas and Margaret had three more children, Margarte Matilda and Eliza Jane, twins ( 1845, both died in infancy), Thomas John (1848).

He then went on to serve as minister in many locations.

Norwich from 1851 to 1854 (Norfolk Street, according to the Norwich Directory)

Leicester from 1854 to 1855

London no. 3 circuit from 1855 to 1858. In 1857, he was recognized as a minister of the United Churches (the Methodist Free Church).

He served in Macclesfield from 1858 to 1860. During this time, Margaret died on December 31, 1858 at the age of 49.

Again in London no 3 circuit from 1860 to 1861.

London no2 circuit from 1861 to 1863. (Poplar, Bow, Old Ford, Row Common)

Cardiff from 1863 to 1864.

St Austell from 1864 to 1866.

London no 3 circuit form 1866 to 1875. (Spitalfields, Mile End, St. Georges, Limehous.) Assistant Book Steward 1867 to 1870. Book Steward 1871 to 1874. Retired 1874/75.

At some point in time, Thomas was remarried to Mary Ann Kay, mother of Hildreth and Alfred Kay.

Thomas was at the heart of a huge controversy which split the Methodist Church in the 19th Century. the Barlows who stayed in Darlington were very active in the Quaker Society, abandoning the Methodist Church.

In 1872, he lived at 3 Upton Place, Commercial Road East. In 1873, the book room was at 15 Creed Lane. Thomas lived at that address at that time. In 1874, the book room was at 119 Salisbury Square, Fleet Street, E. 2 and this was Thomas' address. In 1876, he was at 311 Commercial Road with Hildreth Kay, surgeon. This was the same from 1877 to 1879 but in 1880, Thomas was living at 190 Green St. Victoria Park (Bethnal Green) with Alfred Kay, surgeon (recorded as living there from at least 1873). Thomas dies at 190 Green Street on June 29th 1880 aged 69, from granular degeneration of kidneys, acute nephritus and uraemia, certified by H. Kay M.R.C.S. He was buried at Ilford Cemetery in the presence of many who had assembled to show their respect for his character and services. He was said to be courteous in demeanour, conscientious in duty, devout, intelligent and faithful. His last, or nearly last words, were said to be, "I am qute ready." His death was recorded in the minutes of the United Methodist Free Church for 1880. His final illness was said by this obituary to have been intensified by the journey of considerable length which he insisted on making. His death was reported by his youngest son, Thomas John, of 5 McDonald Road Villas, Forest Gate.

Barlow, Thomas (I_1601620734)

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Biography of William Crosby Barlow 1837 - 1912
William was born in Shildon, County Durham, to Thomas Barlow and Margaret Dennison. He was baptized on 27th September 1837 in the Parish Church of Shildon, despite being the child of Wesleyan Methodist parents. This was frequently the case, particularly before civil registration began in 1837. William's birth was not recorded officially, as many births at this time were not. At William's birth, his father's occupation was given as grocer. In 1841, he was living with his parents, grandparents, aunt Elizabeth, sister Mary, brother George and a domestic servant, Clara, in Market Place, Shildon. At the age of about 7, the family moved to the Isle of Wight, and around the country as Thomas preached in various places. William went to school in Norwich in 1857. He also went to school (the High School and the Andersonian) in Glasgow, and although he was there for 2 years, there is no record of exactly when this was.
In 1857, he undertook a course of study at Hackney Theological College. In that year, he matriculated (first division), and received honours in Mathematics and Natural Philosophy, Chemistry, and Zoology. On June 28th 1858, he read an essay on "The Priesthood of the Son of God on Earth and in Heaven" to the annual meeting of the Theological Seminary of Hackney. With this essay, he had won the ‘First Homes's Jubilee Prize.' In 1859, he received a B.A. second division, and an Honours aware in chemistry. He was living in Stepney at the time. He resigned as a student in 1859. The minutes of the College Committee for 21st September 1859 record...."A letter was read from Mr. W.C. Barlow , stating that circumstances have rendered him desirous of leaving the Seminary shortly and requesting that he may be allowed to remain until the conclusion of the B.A. examination in the London University, commencing on the fourth Monday in October. Resolved that Mr. Barlow's resignation be accepted and that his request be complied with."
In 1861, he was ordained as a minister for Stratford on Avon, which had experienced a rift with the established Congregational Church. He held services thee regularly in a room on Guild Street for about two and a half years. "Mr. Barlow was a man of choice spirit and it is believed that he did much towards bringing about the reunion." (Source of that quote is unkown) In 1862, he married Mary Ann Pollard, the daughter of William Pollard and his wife Lucy Crossley. William Pollard was born in Westbourne, Sussex in 1806, the son of Edmund Pollard and Mary Gammons. William Pollard had a brother, James and a sister Emily. William and Lucy Pollard lived in Chelsea, where their children were born. (Mary Ann 1834, Lucy Maria 1844, Joseph 1847) William ran a butcher shop at 27 d'Oyley Street, Chelsea and later in Welton, Lincolnshire. Mary Ann was a teacher when she married William Crosby Barlow. From Stratford, where their first son, Crossley William Crosby was born in 1863,, they moved to Purewell, Christchurch, although William was not the preacher there. In fact, it seemed that he had not held a Congregational Ministry except for the one in Stratford. In Christchurch, thomas Henry Crosby (1864), wilfred Crosby (1866) and Joseph Pllard Crosby (1867) were born.
In 1876, the family moved to Edinburgh, where William signed up for an M.A. at the university. He enrolled Crossley when he was 16 in 1879 and Thomas in 1880, after they both had spent some time at the George Watson's College School, attached to the University. William obtained the M.A. on 22nd April 1879.
In 1880, William is recorded as being back in London as Minister at the New Jerusalem Church, Flodden Road, Camberwell, London where he appears to have stayed until 1887, living at Sandiford, County Grove, S.E. at the time. In 1891, he was living at 10 Wilson St., Camberwell. The census shows him living with Mary Ann, ThomasHenry Crosby, Joseph Pollard Crosby, and Rosa W. Barlow, adopted daughter and scholar (student?), aged 12, born in Camberwell. It appears that by 1891, Crossley had married Elizabeth Sophia and Wilfred had married Adelaide Ellen. William was written up in the Congregational (Church) year book from time to time, but as being without pastoral charge.
Mary Ann Barlow died May 25th, 1898 from cancer. At the time of Mary Ann's death, they had been living at 12 Dumbleton Road, East Brixton for 12 years. Also at that time, William was working as a form master at the Polytechnic School on Regent Street.
In January 1899, William married again at the age of 61. He married Jessie Bettell, a 36 year ol spinster from 58 East Dulwich Road. This wedding was witnessed by Ada May Malcolm and Laurie Wells, who was believed to be Jessie's sister.
William died on May 29, 1912. Cause of death was listed as enlarged prostate and senility which could have been alzheimers. At the time of his death, he was living at 4 Pentney Road, Wimbledon, Surrey. His will left effects of 297 pounds to his widow.
Of William's other children, in 1903, Crossley was living at 147 South Croxted Road, West Dulwich. There is no date of death for Crossley but it is known that his wife, Elizabeth Sophia died January 29, 1934. The address at that time was 72 Upper Tollingkton Park, Middlesex, leaving a sum of_______. Crossley's occupation was listed as a tutor.
Wilfred died on September 19, 1924, leaving 61 pounds, 8 shillings and two pence to his wife, Adelaide Ellen. At the time of his death, they were living at 72 Lancaster road, Gipsy Hill, West Norwood.
There is no information at this time on Joseph or Rosa, or whether William had any children with Jessie.

Barlow, William Crosby (I_1601620736)

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Burial: November 26, 1963, Colac Cemetery

Barlow, Kenneth Hughes (I_1601620211)

117

Cardiac Disease

Hamp, Amy (I_1601620737)

118

Chapel of Tubman Funeral Home

Robinson, Margaret Emelia (I_1601620702)

119

Charles' occupation was said to have been a hatter, i.e., a person who makes or sells hats.
The information about Charles and family was obtained from the Barlow file in the Barnesville, Ohio Public Library, Genealogy Section..

Barlow, Charles (I_1601620418)

120

Chippewa Falls, WI

Crandall, John Sobieski (I_1601620716)

121

Clinton Falls, Minn

Vanetten, William (I_1601620650)

122

Clinton Falls, Steele, Minnesota

Samson, Andrew (I_1601620652)

123

Company B, First battalion, Thirteenth United States infantry, and was attached to the Fifteenth army corps.

Gates, Hubbard (I_1601620467)

124

Congregational Minister

Barlow, William Crosby (I_1601620736)

125

Crown copyright images reproduced by courtesy of TNA, London England. 1939 Register (Series RG101), The National Archives, Kew, London, England.

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Source (S822947128)

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Darlington, Durham, England

Barlow, Thomas (I_1601620421)

127

Darlington, Durham, England

Barlow, Samuel (I_1601620419)

128

Deer Lodge Hospital

Robinson, William Henry (I_1601620703)

129

Deer Lodge Hospital

Robinson, William Henry (I_1601620703)

130

Died of Subacute Bacterial Endocarditis due to Congenital Heat Disease - Patent interventricular septum

Samson, Phyliss Grace (I_1601620739)

131

Divorced William Hamp for adultury with Edith Roberts as well as abuse and giving her a VD. Per divorce papers

Family (F454)

132

Documentation found in the Barnesville, Ohio public library indicated that Wilson died when he was a child.

Barlow, John (I_1601620363)

133

Elder in Dutch Church at Kingston

Etten, Jan Jacobszen Van (I_1601620570)

134

Ellis Island

Starz, Frank Peter (I_1601620740)

135

Ellis Island

Starz, Johann (I_1601620714)

136

Ellis Island

Kilbert, Theresia (I_1601620713)

137

Ellis Island

Kilbert, Theresia (I_1601620713)

138

Ellis Island

Starz, Anthony Joseph (I_1601620712)

139

Ellis Island

Starz, Andrew Frank (I_1601620710)

140

Ellis Island

Starz, John Joseph (I_1601620700)

141

Ellis Island

Starz, Eleanor (I_1601620699)

142

Essex County, Victory, Vermont

Gates, Hubbard (I_1601620556)

143

Gene was born in Petersburg, Virginia on January 7, 1930 at the Petersburg Hospital. The hospital at that time was located at the intersection of Washington Street and Madison Street. He is the oldest of the two children born to Arthur and Lillian Cogle Barlow. His brother, William Maurice is three and a half years younger.

Since Gene's birthday was in January, he began Elementary School in February 1936, shortly after his 6th birthday. At that time, one could begin school in September or February, depending upon age. Having begun school shortly after his 6th birthday, he was usually the youngest in his class. When he was seven, the family moved to Colonial Heights, just across the river from Petersburg, and Gene began the second part of the second grade, designated as 2H. Grades were identified as 2L and 2H, or whatever the school year may have been.

Gene attended the Colonial Heights Elementary School through the seventh grade. While in the sixth and seventh grades, he was on the school Safety Patrol and was promoted to Lieutenant in the seventh grade. In those days, the Safety Patrol was a much more coveted position than in modern times. One was elected to a position by the entire student body.

Upon leaving the elementary school, Gene attended the Bolling Junior High School in Petersburg. At that time, the only school in Colonial Heights was the one elementary school. Bolling Junior High was what is known in the nineties as an Intermediate school and consisted of grades six, seven and eight. Having already completed the seventh grade, students from Colonial Heights only had to attend the eighth grade and then went to Petersburg High School. While in Junior High, Gene played the part of Scrooge in the Christmas play and then became interested in the band since he had been taking private trumpet lessons. He stayed in the band through the first year of high school but was not a good musician and really didn't care too much for that type of activity. Before the beginning of his second year in High School, his friend, Charlie Willis, encouraged him to try out for the football team. Gene did and really liked it. He played on the Junior Varsity the first and second year on the team and was substituting for varsity players frequently during the second year.

During those times, high school only consisted of three years and one's total schooling was only eleven years. So, Gene's second year on the football team was in fact to be his last year. Having found football to be exhilarating and fun, he made a decision! First, if he were to graduate from the 11 year system on time, it would have been shortly after his 16th birthday and he believed that was too young, especially if he were going off to college. So what to do. He conferred with his coach, and some of his teachers. A plan was developed for him to fail in several subjects, preventing him from graduating, but letting him remain eligible for the football team. The results, Gene remained in high school, played two more years on the varsity and graduated shortly after his 18th birthday. While in high school, he was on the baseball team and was a member of several clubs. In his senior year, he was elected President of the Varsity Club. Also, during this time frame, he took flying lessons and he and a friend subsequently bought an airplane.

In February of 1948, on week after graduating from high school, he entered Randolph Macon College. Not having a clue as to which direction to go in an education, he somewhat floundered for two years and at that point learned that he was about to be called into the military. In August of 1950, Gene enlisted in the U.S. Air Force. Since he loved flying and had a pilot's licence, his intent was to apply for the Flying Cadets Corps upon finishing basic training but that wasn't to be. There was a six month waiting list and then no guarantee that one would get in. He learned that he had been selected to go to the Air Traffic Control School so that was fine with him. In fact, it was more than fine since that decision launched a long and satisfying career. After completing technical training in Air Traffic Control, in March of 1951, Gene was assigned Furstenfeldbruk,a base in Germany, to begin on the job training. That assignment was another blessing in that at the time, our country was engaged in a war in Korea and many of the military went to the far east. After being in Germany for six months, volunteers were requested to be assigned to a base in England. He decided to do that and was assigned to Lakenheath, an Air Force base in East Anglica, not to far from Norwich. He spent a little less than a year and a half there and then transferred to RAF Sculthorpe, another U.S. base north of Lakenheath, near the North Sea. During the stay at Sculthorpe, he was promoted to Staff Sargent and selected as Tower Chief. In April of 1954, Gene received orders to rotate back to the U.S. and at the time, had four months left on his four year enlistment. After returning, the Air Force made him an offer. If he would re-enlist, he would be promoted to Tech Sargent and reassigned to a base in the U.S. If he would not re-enlist, the Air Force said that it would be too costly to reassign him for just four months and would offer him an Honorable Discharge. Gene asked that if he re-enlisted, would they reassign him back to England. The answer was no because at that time, only one tour overseas at a time was permitted, so Gene elected to be discharged.

After returning to civilian life, Gene went to work for his father in the automobile business. He had saved his money and went searching for an airplane. Within a few months, he found a 1946 Cessna 120 with only 650 hours total time on the aircraft. That's analogous to buying an 8 year old automobile with only 33,000 miles on it. He loved the aircraft and flew every weekend. Then in late 1954, he met his future wife, Shirley Williams. He had known her before and if fact, had taken her flying when he was home on leave from England around Christmas of 1952.

Gene and Shirley were married in October of 1955 and moved into one of his father's houses in Colonial Heights. Gene had never liked the automobile business and Shirley was not crazy about her job. They talked about their options and Shirley encouraged Gene to apply for a job with the Civil Aeronautics Asministration as an air traffic controller. Long story short, all the paper work and interviews were done and he was sent a telegram to report to the Washington Air Route Traffic Control Center at Washington National Airport. That was the beginning of a long and extremely satisfying career. Shirley was able to get a government job as well and was selected to be the secretary to the Chief of the Control Tower at National Airport.

Gene proceeded through the training process at the Center and was ready to begin on the job training. Then fate entered the picture again. Shirley was pregnant with their first child, Lisa, and in her eighth month, would have to resign. About the same time, a developmental controller position became open at the Control Tower at National. Gene bid on the position and was selected, again another move in August. Shirley did not return to work for many years so that she could stay home with their budding family. The Civil Aeronautics Administration was reorganized and the name changed in 1958 to the Federal Aviation Agency, (FAA). In 1958, Gene and Shirley bought their first home in Vienna, Virginia and in 1961, their second daughter, Mary, was born.

In due time, Gene was qualified as a full performance radar and tower controller and loved the work. He would tell people that he couldn't believe that he was paid to have so much fun working. In 1962, he was selected to be part of a team to study and develop new air traffic control procedures for the Washington area airspace. In 1964, he was promoted to a Team Supervisor position and remained in that position until 1969 when he was selected to be a Watch Supervisor at the Washington Dulles Control Tower and Radar Facility. In early 1972, Gene was requested to become part of team to organize the operational portion of the planned air show to be held at Dulles in the summer of 1972. The show was billed as a transportation show and called TRANSPO 72. It turned out to be the largest air show ever to be held anywhere. Gene's assignment was monumental in that he was responsible for designing air traffic procedures for handling the anticipated influx of aircraft throughout the duration of the show, oversee the design and publishing of all the necessary aeronautical charting required and a multitude of other tasks. He worked part time on this project for about eight 8 months and full time for six months, some of the days being 18 hours of work. When the show began, he was responsible for running the air activity from the control tower. This was done from 8:30 in the morning to 7:30 in the evening for ten consecutive days. This was a project that he throughly enjoyed but commented that he didn't believe that he would want to go through it again.

In 1973, Gene was selected to co-chair a working group of controllers and supervisors to develop air traffic control procedures and routing with the objective of improving traffic flow and efficiency to the major airports in the Washington Metro area. A caveat was that there was little or no funding to make any major changes in navigational aids and such. In early 1974, the task was completed and was deemed a worthwhile effort.

In 1974, while at work one day, Gene received a phone call from a former supervisor who was then the Deputy Director of Air Traffic Control. He asked Gene to come to work for him in the FAA Headquarters in Washington. Gene and Shirley talked it over and as much as he loved his work, he thought it only fair to get away from 18 years of shift work and take a day job, so the decision was made to accept the offer. One week later, in August again, he was on the job as a specialist in the Terminal Procedures Branch. This branch developed new air traffic procedures nationwide as well as clarify existing procedures to the field. Gene was there about a year when again in August, the Director of Air Traffic asked him to work as his Special Assistant. He did that until he bid on a position in Houston, Texas. The position was that of Deputy Manager of Houston tower and approach control. He was selected and reported on July 5, 1976.

After nearly eighteen months at Houston, Gene did not have the job satisfaction that he had experienced before. Again, he and Shirley talked it over and decided a change was necessary. At that time, Lisa was at Wake Forest University in North Carolina and Mary was with them in Houston. Gene made a call to his former boss, the Director, and that was all that it took. Gene reported for duty back in Washington at his old job in procedures. This was January 1978. Shirley and Mary came along about a month later after the house was sold. Shirley did not work at all during the stay in Houston and took a part time job back in Virginia as a school secretary. She worked part time until Mary went to college at the University of Richmond, then she went to full time.

After a few months back in Washington, the Director asked Gene to come up again and work as his Special Assistant until they could find someone to fill the position. This position was used to provide an overview for those specialists who had aspirations of moving back to the field in a management position. Exposure to the Air Traffic Service from the top was invaluable to someone going back to the field. About a year later, Gene was still in the position and along about that time, the Director retired. Three directors and around seven years later and still in the Special Assistant position, Gene retired from the FAA on January 3, 1986.

Another former boss had retired and had formed his own company. He had a contract with the FAA to train air traffic controllers throughout the nation. In November of 1987, he called Gene and asked him to come to work for him. Again Gene and Shirley talked it over and decided it might be fun and some travel might be involved. Gene was hired as an Operations Manager with oversight for the company training in Anchorage, Seattle, Denver, Salt Lake City, Minneapolis and Chicago. It turned out to be a lot of fun and when the company won a contract to train Russian and Chinese controllers, Gene was assigned to develop a ten week training course to be held at the University of Alaska and the University of North Dakota. Considerable travel was necessary and Gene took Shirley along on four of the trips to Alaska. They both fell in love with Alaska. Gene retired from that job in April of 1995 at the age of 65. Shirley continued to work until just before "August" of 1995 when they moved to Fredericksburg, Virginia.

Gene and Shirley love it in Fredericksburg and are very involved and attached to their church, the Fredericksburg Baptist Church. Gene stays busy with several hobbies, work at church and helping others less fortunate. His hobbies consist of photography, picture framing, genealogy and associated research, computers, and simulation flying on the computer. Both daughters are married with families. Lisa has two girls, Rachel and Hannah and Mary has one girl, Jessica Marie and one boy, Nicholas Cole.

Barlow, Gene (I_1601620245)

144

Grave 38, Row 4, Block 10, Section 14

Samson, Phyliss Grace (I_1601620739)

145

Hartford,Hartford,CT

Provoost, Margaretta (I_1601620520)

146

Henry Barlow was the son of James Barlow and Elizabeth Watson Barlow. He was born in Darlington and baptized at St. Cuthbert's church. His father was listed as a filecutter/wheel wright or filesmith. It is speculated that Henry and his family emigrated to the U. S. when their son William was young. An article from the Barnesville, Ohio Enterprise describes the life and death of William and his brother Amos.
In 1827, Henry was trading as a grocer, linen thread manufacturer and small ware dealer in Bondgate, Darlington. In 1832, he was among the signaturists on a letter to Joseph Pease Jun. Esq. asking him to stand as the candidate for the Parliment in the general election for the constituency of Southern County Durham. In 1841, Henry was living in Shildon with Ann and Elizabeth, and also Thomas and his wife and family. There, he operated as a grocer in the Market Place. By 1851 he was back in Bondgate, Darlington (listed as no.100, but eleswhere as no. 99) In the last few months of his life, he was persuaded by his wife to join the Quakers but only attended one meeting before his death on 26th February, 1852. His death was recorded in The British Friend of April 1852 and briefly in the Darlington and Stockton Times of February 28, 1852. From the British Friend; "At Darlington, Henry Barlow, scnr., aged 69. He had for 50 years made a Christian profession, and was remarkable for the sincerity, meekness, and glentleness of his spirit. He had been but about two months a member of our religious Society, and was only able to be once at meeting since his admission."
From the book "Men that Are gone From The Streets of Darlington", the following is excerpted from page 238:
"Here we are at the corner shop where two old maids swelt and dealt, and deemed it no breach of the decalogue to sell pennyworths of mint lozenges to the hoarse choristers who deserted the rood left for a few moments only to recruit their powers of psalmody. This was the same shop Mr. Henry Barlow commenced the business which he subsequently transferred to the north-west corner of Skinnergate. He was a quiet, unassuming man, with energy enough for moil and toil, but without capacity for a struggle. He was an honest, respectable tradesman, and no doubt had reasons satisfactory to himself for his late in life abjuration of Methodism, and attendance at the worship of the Society of Friends. He died February 26, 1852, aged sixty nine."
Last Will and Testament of Henry Barlow
This is the last Will and Testament of me, Henry Barlow of Darlington, in the County of Durham (lilegible) Deaver in manner following. I give, devise and bequeath unto my Dear Wife Ann Barlow, her heirs, administrators and assigns forever the whole of my real property consisting of several dwelling houses with the appertenances thereunto belonging, situate in a street called Bongate in Darlington aforesaid, and now in the occupation of myself and others, several houses with the appertenances, situate in Posthouse (illegible) now in the occupation of Ann Hodgson and several others; also a House and Shop with the appertenances situate at Cheapside, Shildon in the County of Durham, aforesaid and now in the occupation of William Veach, for her own property use and benefit, and with full power to dispose of the same in any way she may think best. I also give and bequeath unto my said Wife the whole of my personal property and effects of whatever (illegible) use or kind. The same may be subject however to the payment of my just debts and funeral expenses. And I do hereby constitute and appoint my said Wife Ann Barlow to be Executrix of this my last Will and Testament in witness whereof I have set my hand and seal this Eighth Day of October the year One thousand Eight hundred and fifty one.
Source of Will: Durham University Library Archives and Special Collections
Reference Durham Probate Records

Barlow, Henry (I_1601620732)

147

Henry's family imigrated to this country in1830 .

Barnesville Enterprise
August 1895
Death of Mr. Henry Barlow

We copy the following obituary from the Portsmouth Times. The Henry Barlow, whose death is chronicled was a brother of Messrs. Wm. J. and Amos Barlow, of this place.
Henry Barlow, of East Fourth Street, died Monday morning at 2 o'clock, after three weeks of sickness. Death was due directly to heart trouble, induced by general weakness. Mr. Barlow was born in Darlington, Durham County, England, but with his parents came to America when 14 years old and grew up in and about Baltimore, Md. When a young man he came West, and while in Ross County he was married to Rosene Marshall, on January 26, 1847. They then went to Jackson where for a long period of years he was a leading and prosperous merchant. After the war the came to Portsmouth, where they have lived ever since, except for a few years spent in Vincennes, Ind., and a couple of years on the West Side. Here Mr. Barlow worked first for J. B. Nichols, as a cabinet maker, and latterly at the Walt furniture factory. He was one of the finest of cabinet makers. For the past two years he had been too weak to work much, and his enforced idleness, after a long life continued activity, chafed him not a little. His wife and four sons - Lewis, James, Gus B. and Kirk survive him. He would have been 79 years old the 22nd of next December.
Mr. Barlow was a member of Bigelow M.E. Church, and lived and died in strong and firm yet child-like faith in his salvation. Those who knew him, and had watched him all the years of his residence here loved and respected him, for in every word and deed there was visible the tender, humble, loving, Christ likeness that comes from constant spiritual association with the Nazarine.
If in the other world any crowns are brighter, any harps more tuneful, and the places more honorable, those who knew Henry Barlow are sure the angels kept the best for him.
The funeral was held at 3 o'clock Tuesday afternoon, from the home. Rev. McElroy conducted the services, assisted by Presiding Elder Filler.
The floral offerings were very pretty and the family desires to thank the friends for them, especially Mrs. Dr. Titus, Mrs. Reinhardt, Mrs. Robert Barlow, and Miss Mary Atkins.

Barlow, Henry (I_1601620420)

148

Hensall Union Ce, Huron Co., Ont.

Gibson, Robert (I_1601620633)

149

Hensall Union Ce, Usborne Twp., Huron Co., Ont.

Dick, Ann (I_1601620632)

150

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