George Chapman, farmer, P.O. Sterling Run, a son of Samuel and Catherine Chapman, was born in Lycoming county, Penn., September 7, 1815. April 20, 1826, his parents moved to Sterling Run, now in Cameron county, and bought a tract of wild land, making the journey up the river in a canoe. They built a log cabin, with no floor or door, building their beds on blocks of wood. They had a family of six children, George being the eldest son. He learned the carpenter's trade, and worked for his father and the neighbors, being the only carpenter in the settlement. After reaching his majority he bought a tract of wild land, and after his marriage began to clear it of timber and make a farm. He has been successful, and now owns one of the best farms in the township. October 16, 1845, he married Susanna Wylie, daughter of James and Sarah Wylie, former a native of Scotland. They have one son, James W. Mr. Chapman organized the first school board of Lumber township. He has held the office of county auditor one term, and various other township offices.

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