ROBERT ENGLE
Page 1244-1245 Randolph County History
Portrait and Biographical Record
Written by A. W. Bowen 1 January 1894
Robert Engle, of Washington Township, Randolph County, Indiana was born in Warren County, Ohio, on 21 September 1837, and is a son of William and Letitia (Cabe) Engle, with whom at the age of five years; he came to Indiana, where his youth was passed in farm life, and in acquiring a good, practical education. He first attended the common schools, later completing the union school course at Waynesville, Ohio. Possessing the gift, of ability to impart to others his knowledge, Mr. Engle was, for a number of terms, a successful teacher. Miss Datie Ferguson, who was born to Charles and Elizabeth (Brittain) Ferguson, in Wayne County, Indiana, on April 19 1839, became his wife at Centreville, Indiana, April 6, 1860. Her parents were natives of New Jersey. Four children were born of their union, namely: Augusta E., wife of William Boyd, a farmer of Wayne County; Susan, wife of Luther Mills, a merchant of Red Key; William, professor of music in the Central normal college, of Danville, Indiana, and Pearl. After his marriage Mr. Engle lived for three years on eighty acres of land, which he purchased in Washington Township. Mrs. Datie Engle died February 18, 1885, and was interred at Williamsburg, Wayne County. She was a member of the United Brethren church. On December 21 1887, Mr. Engle married Miss Elizabeth Stevenson, and moved on a farm of 100 acres, where they still live.
In 1864, September, Mr. Engle enlisted in the Ninth regiment Indiana volunteer infantry, giving to his country faithful service until June 29, 1865, when he was discharged at Cairo, Illinois. He took part in the battles of Franklin and Nashville, and is a worthy pensioner, receiving a small amount monthly. Mr. and Mrs. Engle are members of the radical branch of the United Brethren church. In 1884 Mr. Engle was made township trustee, in which office he served four years. Politically, he is a republican. Mr. Engle feels a natural and justifiable pride in the accomplishments of his ancestors, and of whom mention is made above.
Obituary of Robert Engle
Date and name of Newspaper unknown
Robert Engle, aged 78, died at the home of his daughter Mrs. M. L. Mills on South Main street, this city, last Friday morning after a long illness. The deceased resided in Washington Township for many years before moving to this city and was well and favorably known. He was a member of the G. A. R. having served in the 9th (can't make out rest). He is survived by two daughters, Mrs. M. L. Mills and Mrs. O. G. Rathbun of this city and one son Will of Los Angeles, Cal. Short services were held at the Mills home Sunday by Rev. Wilson, after which the remains were taken to Bloomingsport, his former home, where services were conducted by Rev. I. P. Watts. Interment by the side of his wife in Williamsburg cemetery under auspices of the local G. A. R.
Page 1244-1245 Randolph County History
Portrait and Biographical Record
Written by A. W. Bowen 1 January 1894
Robert Engle, of Washington Township, Randolph County, Indiana was born in Warren County, Ohio, on 21 September 1837, and is a son of William and Letitia (Cabe) Engle, with whom at the age of five years; he came to Indiana, where his youth was passed in farm life, and in acquiring a good, practical education. He first attended the common schools, later completing the union school course at Waynesville, Ohio. Possessing the gift, of ability to impart to others his knowledge, Mr. Engle was, for a number of terms, a successful teacher. Miss Datie Ferguson, who was born to Charles and Elizabeth (Brittain) Ferguson, in Wayne County, Indiana, on April 19 1839, became his wife at Centreville, Indiana, April 6, 1860. Her parents were natives of New Jersey. Four children were born of their union, namely: Augusta E., wife of William Boyd, a farmer of Wayne County; Susan, wife of Luther Mills, a merchant of Red Key; William, professor of music in the Central normal college, of Danville, Indiana, and Pearl. After his marriage Mr. Engle lived for three years on eighty acres of land, which he purchased in Washington Township. Mrs. Datie Engle died February 18, 1885, and was interred at Williamsburg, Wayne County. She was a member of the United Brethren church. On December 21 1887, Mr. Engle married Miss Elizabeth Stevenson, and moved on a farm of 100 acres, where they still live.
In 1864, September, Mr. Engle enlisted in the Ninth regiment Indiana volunteer infantry, giving to his country faithful service until June 29, 1865, when he was discharged at Cairo, Illinois. He took part in the battles of Franklin and Nashville, and is a worthy pensioner, receiving a small amount monthly. Mr. and Mrs. Engle are members of the radical branch of the United Brethren church. In 1884 Mr. Engle was made township trustee, in which office he served four years. Politically, he is a republican. Mr. Engle feels a natural and justifiable pride in the accomplishments of his ancestors, and of whom mention is made above.
Obituary of Robert Engle
Date and name of Newspaper unknown
Robert Engle, aged 78, died at the home of his daughter Mrs. M. L. Mills on South Main street, this city, last Friday morning after a long illness. The deceased resided in Washington Township for many years before moving to this city and was well and favorably known. He was a member of the G. A. R. having served in the 9th (can't make out rest). He is survived by two daughters, Mrs. M. L. Mills and Mrs. O. G. Rathbun of this city and one son Will of Los Angeles, Cal. Short services were held at the Mills home Sunday by Rev. Wilson, after which the remains were taken to Bloomingsport, his former home, where services were conducted by Rev. I. P. Watts. Interment by the side of his wife in Williamsburg cemetery under auspices of the local G. A. R.
ROBERT ENGLE
Page 1244-1245 Randolph County History
Portrait and Biographical Record
Written by A. W. Bowen 1 January 1894
Robert Engle, of Washington Township, Randolph County, Indiana was born in Warren County, Ohio, on 21 September 1837, and is a son of William and Letitia (Cabe) Engle, with whom at the age of five years; he came to Indiana, where his youth was passed in farm life, and in acquiring a good, practical education. He first attended the common schools, later completing the union school course at Waynesville, Ohio. Possessing the gift, of ability to impart to others his knowledge, Mr. Engle was, for a number of terms, a successful teacher. Miss Datie Ferguson, who was born to Charles and Elizabeth (Brittain) Ferguson, in Wayne County, Indiana, on April 19 1839, became his wife at Centreville, Indiana, April 6, 1860. Her parents were natives of New Jersey. Four children were born of their union, namely: Augusta E., wife of William Boyd, a farmer of Wayne County; Susan, wife of Luther Mills, a merchant of Red Key; William, professor of music in the Central normal college, of Danville, Indiana, and Pearl. After his marriage Mr. Engle lived for three years on eighty acres of land, which he purchased in Washington Township. Mrs. Datie Engle died February 18, 1885, and was interred at Williamsburg, Wayne County. She was a member of the United Brethren church. On December 21 1887, Mr. Engle married Miss Elizabeth Stevenson, and moved on a farm of 100 acres, where they still live.
In 1864, September, Mr. Engle enlisted in the Ninth regiment Indiana volunteer infantry, giving to his country faithful service until June 29, 1865, when he was discharged at Cairo, Illinois. He took part in the battles of Franklin and Nashville, and is a worthy pensioner, receiving a small amount monthly. Mr. and Mrs. Engle are members of the radical branch of the United Brethren church. In 1884 Mr. Engle was made township trustee, in which office he served four years. Politically, he is a republican. Mr. Engle feels a natural and justifiable pride in the accomplishments of his ancestors, and of whom mention is made above.
Obituary of Robert Engle
Date and name of Newspaper unknown
Robert Engle, aged 78, died at the home of his daughter Mrs. M. L. Mills on South Main street, this city, last Friday morning after a long illness. The deceased resided in Washington Township for many years before moving to this city and was well and favorably known. He was a member of the G. A. R. having served in the 9th (can't make out rest). He is survived by two daughters, Mrs. M. L. Mills and Mrs. O. G. Rathbun of this city and one son Will of Los Angeles, Cal. Short services were held at the Mills home Sunday by Rev. Wilson, after which the remains were taken to Bloomingsport, his former home, where services were conducted by Rev. I. P. Watts. Interment by the side of his wife in Williamsburg cemetery under auspices of the local G. A. R.
Page 1244-1245 Randolph County History
Portrait and Biographical Record
Written by A. W. Bowen 1 January 1894
Robert Engle, of Washington Township, Randolph County, Indiana was born in Warren County, Ohio, on 21 September 1837, and is a son of William and Letitia (Cabe) Engle, with whom at the age of five years; he came to Indiana, where his youth was passed in farm life, and in acquiring a good, practical education. He first attended the common schools, later completing the union school course at Waynesville, Ohio. Possessing the gift, of ability to impart to others his knowledge, Mr. Engle was, for a number of terms, a successful teacher. Miss Datie Ferguson, who was born to Charles and Elizabeth (Brittain) Ferguson, in Wayne County, Indiana, on April 19 1839, became his wife at Centreville, Indiana, April 6, 1860. Her parents were natives of New Jersey. Four children were born of their union, namely: Augusta E., wife of William Boyd, a farmer of Wayne County; Susan, wife of Luther Mills, a merchant of Red Key; William, professor of music in the Central normal college, of Danville, Indiana, and Pearl. After his marriage Mr. Engle lived for three years on eighty acres of land, which he purchased in Washington Township. Mrs. Datie Engle died February 18, 1885, and was interred at Williamsburg, Wayne County. She was a member of the United Brethren church. On December 21 1887, Mr. Engle married Miss Elizabeth Stevenson, and moved on a farm of 100 acres, where they still live.
In 1864, September, Mr. Engle enlisted in the Ninth regiment Indiana volunteer infantry, giving to his country faithful service until June 29, 1865, when he was discharged at Cairo, Illinois. He took part in the battles of Franklin and Nashville, and is a worthy pensioner, receiving a small amount monthly. Mr. and Mrs. Engle are members of the radical branch of the United Brethren church. In 1884 Mr. Engle was made township trustee, in which office he served four years. Politically, he is a republican. Mr. Engle feels a natural and justifiable pride in the accomplishments of his ancestors, and of whom mention is made above.
Obituary of Robert Engle
Date and name of Newspaper unknown
Robert Engle, aged 78, died at the home of his daughter Mrs. M. L. Mills on South Main street, this city, last Friday morning after a long illness. The deceased resided in Washington Township for many years before moving to this city and was well and favorably known. He was a member of the G. A. R. having served in the 9th (can't make out rest). He is survived by two daughters, Mrs. M. L. Mills and Mrs. O. G. Rathbun of this city and one son Will of Los Angeles, Cal. Short services were held at the Mills home Sunday by Rev. Wilson, after which the remains were taken to Bloomingsport, his former home, where services were conducted by Rev. I. P. Watts. Interment by the side of his wife in Williamsburg cemetery under auspices of the local G. A. R.
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