Person Record
Metadata
Name |
Sanford, William H. |
Born |
11/27/1859 |
Spouse |
Rose E. (Berens) Sanford |
Father |
J.C. Sanford |
Mother |
Hannah (Eads) Sanford |
Children |
Joseph B. Berens Eugene Berens Mary Berens |
Occupation |
Mr. Sanford was employed in Cable & Kauffman as the weighmaster of their mines until 1885. In 1885, elected City Clerk to fill unexpired term of George Signor. In 1888, appointed Deputy County Treasurer. In 1892, appointed as Deputy County Recorder. In May of 1895, Mr. Sanford engaged in the real estate business, including loans and insurance. |
Education |
Received education in his district. Graduated from Washington High School in 1880. |
Notes |
William married Rose E, daughter of Peter Berens, on October 6, 1887. William was a high Odd Fellow, receiving all degrees that could be achieved and was also a member of the Grand Lodge. |
Birthplace |
Daviess County, Indiana |
Relationships |
The Sanfords are among the pioneers of Daviess County. Paternal grandparents were Hamletz Sanford and Ann (Clark) Sanford. The Clarks were Enlish people from Orange County, VA. William's maternal grandfather, Elijah Eads,was also one of the first to settle in Daviess County. |
Titles & honors |
Mr. Sanford was elected as County Assessor in November, 1886 as a Democrat. |
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