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- HARVEY B. EDDY, farmer and stock-raiser, P. O. Ridgeway, was born in Hale Township, Hardin County, on the farm where the family now reside, January 1, 1841, and is a son of James and Elizabeth Eddy, who emigrated from their native State, Virginia, coming to Hardin County, Ohio, in 1835, where James Eddy died January 12, 1857, followed by his widow March 26, 1868. They were interred in the cemetery on the farm. Mr. Eddy was one of the old pioneer settlers, and most of the time was engaged in farming. The subject of this sketch was united in marriage, September 28, 1862, to Amanda A., daughter of Robert and Mary Stephenson. She was born in Logan County, Ohio, September 12, 1842. Her father died September 10, 1881; but her mother is still living. To Mr. and Mrs. Eddy have been born five children, three living-Robert Ferdinand, born July 27, 1863; Stella M., born August 15, 1872, and Mollie D., born July 15, 1876. The deceased are William A., born January 26, 1867, died October 1, 1880, and Charlie R., born January 4, 1870, died October 6, 1880. Mr. Eddy has been generally successful since starting in life. His farm consists of 100 acres of well cultivated land, with good farm buildings, and besides farming is engaged in raising and selling stock. He has filled the office of School Director for two terms.
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