Wilson H. Snook - whose father was one of the first settlers of this township, erected the first frame barn in the neighborhood; on the old homestead there are some apple trees the seed of which were bought from the famous follower of Swedenborg, or as commonly called, Johnnie Appleseed. Mr. Snook was born in Carryall township in 1850. His wife was also born in this township November 18, 1854. Their marriage took place in Antwerp on the 11th of April, 1887. They have two children: Homer C., born March 25, 1878; Lee, July 10, 1860. Mr. Snook was Clerk of Carryall township for three years. Two of his brothers were in the late war; John S. entered the service when but fifteen years of age, and served until the close of the war, in Com. G, 14th Regiment Ohio Volunteer Infantry. William R. served three years in the 68th Regiment Ohio Volunteer Infantry under Colonel John S. Snook, his uncle. Another of his uncles was in the Confederate service. Mr. Snook is a practioner of law at Antwerp, and is also engaged in the real estate business and an insurance agent, representing some of the best companies. Mr. Snook’s parents are Wilson H. and Anna S. (Murphy) Snook. His mother came to this county in 1827, and his father in 1826. His wife’s parents are Zachariah A. and Adeline (Foxtater) Graves. Mr. Snook’s address is Antwerp, Paulding county, Ohio.
Compiled and Transcribed by Janet Kwasniak and Mike Sandridge