Doctor R. S. Simington


Doctor R. S. Simington came to Danville in 1854, a new fledged M.D., and has been
remarkably successful in his profession.  Some years ago he built a comfortable
residence in a very pleasant location on the public square at the north-west 
corner of Market and Ferry streets, whe he still resides.  He was surgeon of the 
Ninety-third regiment Pennsylvania volunteers, during the war, and served with
distinction.  His skillful treatment and watchful care of the soldier boys, not only 
won their confidence, but their lasting friendship.  Nor were his sterling qualities 
and professional services limited to his own regiment; but others also were often 
heard to say, as they were carried to the rear when wounded, "Take me to that sandy 
whiskered doctor, of the Ninety-third."  At the close of the war he returned to
Danville and resumed his extensive practice, in which he is still engaged.


In 1866 Doctor Simington was elected and served as burgess of Danville.  He was 
afterwards elected associate judge in the court of Montour county by a very
flattering vote, and after serving five years he was re-elected to the judgeship
by a decided majority.  He is yet in the prime of life and is making a life record
alike useful and honorable.






 
 


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