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Sarah Wells^1,2

• Father*: John Wells^1,2 b. 21 Jan 1832, d. 9 Nov 1914
• Mother*: Sarah C Bevins^1,2 b. Dec 1846, d. 8 Dec 1917

• Reference: W066 ID150

• Birth*: 1873; prob., Green Earth, Sullivan Co., Missouri, USA
• Birth: 1873; Iowa, USA^1,2

• (Household Member) Census: June 1880; Green Earth, Sullivan Co., Missouri, USA; 1880 United States Federal Census about John Wells
  Name:     John Wells
  Age:     47
  Birth Year:     abt 1833
  Birthplace:     Ohio
  Home in 1880:     Green Earth, Sullivan, Missouri
  Race:     White
  Gender:     Male
  Relation to Head of House:     Self (Head)
  Marital Status:     Married
  Spouse's Name:     Sarah Wells
  Father's Birthplace:     Virginia
  Mother's Birthplace:     Virginia
  Neighbors:      View others on page
  Occupation:     Harness Maker
  Cannot read/write:
  
  Blind:
  
  Deaf and Dumb:
  
  Otherwise disabled:
  
  Idiotic or insane:
  
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  Household Members:     
  Name     Age
  John Wells     47
  Sarah Wells     33
  Orlena Wells     12
  John Wells     9
  Sarah Wells     7
  Nannie Wells     5
  Nettie Wells     3; Head of Household=John Wells

Nannie Wells^1,2

• Father*: John Wells^1,2 b. 21 Jan 1832, d. 9 Nov 1914
• Mother*: Sarah C Bevins^1,2 b. Dec 1846, d. 8 Dec 1917

• Reference: W066 ID150

• Birth*: 1875; prob., Green Earth, Sullivan Co., Missouri, USA

• (Household Member) Census: June 1880; Green Earth, Sullivan Co., Missouri, USA; 1880 United States Federal Census about John Wells
  Name:     John Wells
  Age:     47
  Birth Year:     abt 1833
  Birthplace:     Ohio
  Home in 1880:     Green Earth, Sullivan, Missouri
  Race:     White
  Gender:     Male
  Relation to Head of House:     Self (Head)
  Marital Status:     Married
  Spouse's Name:     Sarah Wells
  Father's Birthplace:     Virginia
  Mother's Birthplace:     Virginia
  Neighbors:      View others on page
  Occupation:     Harness Maker
  Cannot read/write:
  
  Blind:
  
  Deaf and Dumb:
  
  Otherwise disabled:
  
  Idiotic or insane:
  
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  Household Members:     
  Name     Age
  John Wells     47
  Sarah Wells     33
  Orlena Wells     12
  John Wells     9
  Sarah Wells     7
  Nannie Wells     5
  Nettie Wells     3; Head of Household=John Wells

Nettie Wells^1,2

• Father*: John Wells^1,2 b. 21 Jan 1832, d. 9 Nov 1914
• Mother*: Sarah C Bevins^1,2 b. Dec 1846, d. 8 Dec 1917

• Reference: W066 ID150

• Birth*: 1877; prob., Green Earth, Sullivan Co., Missouri, USA

• (Household Member) Census: June 1880; Green Earth, Sullivan Co., Missouri, USA; 1880 United States Federal Census about John Wells
  Name:     John Wells
  Age:     47
  Birth Year:     abt 1833
  Birthplace:     Ohio
  Home in 1880:     Green Earth, Sullivan, Missouri
  Race:     White
  Gender:     Male
  Relation to Head of House:     Self (Head)
  Marital Status:     Married
  Spouse's Name:     Sarah Wells
  Father's Birthplace:     Virginia
  Mother's Birthplace:     Virginia
  Neighbors:      View others on page
  Occupation:     Harness Maker
  Cannot read/write:
  
  Blind:
  
  Deaf and Dumb:
  
  Otherwise disabled:
  
  Idiotic or insane:
  
  View image
  Household Members:     
  Name     Age
  John Wells     47
  Sarah Wells     33
  Orlena Wells     12
  John Wells     9
  Sarah Wells     7
  Nannie Wells     5
  Nettie Wells     3; Head of Household=John Wells

Charles Edward Wells¹

• Father*: Charles E Wells^2,3 b. 18 Jul 1850, d. 28 Feb 1928
• Mother*: Anne E Rosette^2,3 b. Oct 1843, d. 20 Jan 1913

• Reference: W066 ID150

• Birth*: 22 September 1880; Delaware, Delaware Co., Ohio, USA^2,3
• (Groom) Marriage*: circa 1898; Bride=Daisy V _____^2,3
• Burial*: 28 November 1957; Oak Grove Cemetery, Delaware, Delaware Co., Ohio, USA
• (Deceased) Death*: 28 November 1957^2,3

• (Head of Household) Census*: 1900; Delaware, Delaware Co., Ohio, USA;
  1900 United States Federal Census
  about Charles E Wells
  Name: Charles E Wells
  Home in 1900: Delaware Ward 2, Delaware, Ohio
  Age: 19
  Birth Date: Sep
  1880
  Birthplace: Ohio
  Race: White
  Gender: Male
  Relationship to Head of House: Head
  Father's Birthplace: Ohio
  Mother's Birthplace: Ohio
  Spouse's name: Daisy V
  Marriage Year: 1898
  Marital Status: Married
  Years Married: 2
  Occupation: View on Image
  Neighbors: View others on page
  Household Members: Name Age
  Charles E Wells 19
  Daisy V Wells 17
  Charles W Wells 2
  
  ; Household Member=Daisy V _____, Household Member=Charles W Wells

Daisy V _____^1,2

• Reference: W999 ID150

• Birth*: November 1882; Ohio, USA^1,2
• (Bride) Marriage*: circa 1898; Groom=Charles Edward Wells^1,2

• Married Name: circa 1898; Mrs. Wells (_____)
• (Household Member) Census: 1900; Delaware, Delaware Co., Ohio, USA;
  1900 United States Federal Census
  about Charles E Wells
  Name: Charles E Wells
  Home in 1900: Delaware Ward 2, Delaware, Ohio
  Age: 19
  Birth Date: Sep
  1880
  Birthplace: Ohio
  Race: White
  Gender: Male
  Relationship to Head of House: Head
  Father's Birthplace: Ohio
  Mother's Birthplace: Ohio
  Spouse's name: Daisy V
  Marriage Year: 1898
  Marital Status: Married
  Years Married: 2
  Occupation: View on Image
  Neighbors: View others on page
  Household Members: Name Age
  Charles E Wells 19
  Daisy V Wells 17
  Charles W Wells 2
  
  ; Head of Household=Charles Edward Wells

Charles W Wells^1,2

• Father*: Charles Edward Wells^1,2 b. 22 Sep 1880, d. 28 Nov 1957
• Mother*: Daisy V _____^1,2 b. Nov 1882

• Reference: W066 ID150

• Birth*: March 1898; Ohio, USA^1,2

• (Household Member) Census: 1900; Delaware, Delaware Co., Ohio, USA;
  1900 United States Federal Census
  about Charles E Wells
  Name: Charles E Wells
  Home in 1900: Delaware Ward 2, Delaware, Ohio
  Age: 19
  Birth Date: Sep
  1880
  Birthplace: Ohio
  Race: White
  Gender: Male
  Relationship to Head of House: Head
  Father's Birthplace: Ohio
  Mother's Birthplace: Ohio
  Spouse's name: Daisy V
  Marriage Year: 1898
  Marital Status: Married
  Years Married: 2
  Occupation: View on Image
  Neighbors: View others on page
  Household Members: Name Age
  Charles E Wells 19
  Daisy V Wells 17
  Charles W Wells 2
  
  ; Head of Household=Charles Edward Wells

Anna M Wells^1,2

• Father*: Charles Edward Wells^1,2 b. 22 Sep 1880, d. 28 Nov 1957
• Mother*: Daisy V _____^1,2 b. Nov 1882

• Reference: W066 ID150

• Birth*: 1904; Ohio, USA^1,2

Edna Wells^1,2

• Father*: Charles Edward Wells^1,2 b. 22 Sep 1880, d. 28 Nov 1957
• Mother*: Daisy V _____^1,2 b. Nov 1882

• Reference: W066 ID150

• Birth*: 1912; Ohio, USA^1,2

Paul Wells^1,2

• Father*: Charles Edward Wells^1,2 b. 22 Sep 1880, d. 28 Nov 1957
• Mother*: Daisy V _____^1,2 b. Nov 1882

• Reference: W066 ID150

• Birth*: 1914; Ohio, USA^1,2

Ruth Eleanor Wells^1,2

• Father*: Charles Edward Wells^1,2 b. 22 Sep 1880, d. 28 Nov 1957
• Mother*: Daisy V _____^1,2 b. Nov 1882

• Reference: W066 ID150

• Birth*: 6 September 1917; Ohio, USA^1,2
• Burial*: 27 February 2001; Oak Grove Cemetery, Delaware, Delaware Co., Ohio, USA
• (Deceased) Death*: 27 February 2001^1,2

Margaret Wells^1,2

• Father*: Peyton J Wells^3,2 b. 13 Apr 1813, d. 9 Jun 1860
• Mother*: Lucy Isabelle Norwood^3,2 b. 1819

• Reference: W066 ID150

• Birth*: 1847; Virginia, USA^1,2

• (Witness) Census: 1850; Loudoun Co., Virginia, USA; 1850 United States Federal Census
  
  Name:      Peyton Wells
  Gender:      Male
  Age:      33
  Birth Year:      abt 1817
  Birthplace:      Virginia
  Home in 1850:      Loudoun, Virginia, USA
  Occupation:      Laborer
  Industry:      Industry not reported
  Real Estate:      200
  Line Number:      9
  Dwelling Number:      75
  Family Number:      75
  Household Members:      
  Name      Age
  Peyton Wells      33
  Lucy Wells      21
  Geo Wells      0
  Margaret Wells      3
  Wm Lyles      32; Head of Household=Peyton J Wells

George T Wells

• Father*: Peyton J Wells^1,2 b. 13 Apr 1813, d. 9 Jun 1860
• Mother*: Lucy Isabelle Norwood^1,2 b. 1819

• Reference: W066 ID150

• Birth: 1849; Virginia, USA
• Birth*: February 1850; Virginia, USA^1,2

• (Witness) Census: 1850; Loudoun Co., Virginia, USA; 1850 United States Federal Census
  
  Name:      Peyton Wells
  Gender:      Male
  Age:      33
  Birth Year:      abt 1817
  Birthplace:      Virginia
  Home in 1850:      Loudoun, Virginia, USA
  Occupation:      Laborer
  Industry:      Industry not reported
  Real Estate:      200
  Line Number:      9
  Dwelling Number:      75
  Family Number:      75
  Household Members:      
  Name      Age
  Peyton Wells      33
  Lucy Wells      21
  Geo Wells      0
  Margaret Wells      3
  Wm Lyles      32; Head of Household=Peyton J Wells
• (Witness) Census: 1860; Washington Independent City, Washington Independent City, District of Columbia, USA; 1860 United States Federal Census
  
  Name:      Isabella Wells
  Age:      29
  Birth Year:      abt 1831
  Gender:      Female
  Birth Place:      Virginia
  Home in 1860:      Washington Ward 2, Washington, District of Columbia
  Post Office:      Washington
  Dwelling Number:      906
  Family Number:      916
  Occupation:      Boarding House
  Personal Estate Value:      100
  Household Members:      
  Name      Age
  Isabella Wells      29
  Geo Wells      11
  Edwin Wells      7
  James Wells      4
  Thos Wells      2
  Susan Harrison      20
  Payton Wells      44; Head of Household=Lucy Isabelle Norwood

Mary L Wells^1,2

• Father*: James W Wells^1,2 b. 10 May 1831, d. 6 Oct 1907
• Mother*: Susan Hensel^1,2 b. 22 Sep 1832, d. 20 Aug 1917

• Reference: W066 ID150

• Birth*: July 1854; Ohio, USA^1,2
• (Bride) Marriage*: 1890^1,2

• Married Name: 1890; Mrs. Morrill (Wells)

Paul Dodd Wells

• Mother*: Rose Dodd^1,2 b. 20 Apr 1861, d. 19 Aug 1925
• Father: Frank F Wells b. Jun 1861, d. 16 May 1949

• Reference: W066 ID150

• Birth*: 14 August 1892; Findlay, Hancock Co., Ohio, USA; Ohio, Births and Christenings Index, 1774-1973
  
  Name:      Paul D. Wells
  Gender:      Male
  Race:      White
  Birth Date:      14 Aug 1892
  Birth Place:      Findlay 5th Ward, Hancock, Ohio
  Father:      F. Z. Wells
  Mother:      Rose Dadds
  FHL Film Number:      2134069
• (Groom) Marriage: 6 October 1914; Hancock Co., Ohio, USA; Ohio, County Marriage Records, 1774-1993
  
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  Name:      Paul D. Wells
  Gender:      Male
  Age:      22
  Birth Date:      abt 1892
  Marriage Date:      6 Oct 1914
  Marriage Place:      Hancock, Ohio, USA
  Father:      F. T. Wells
  Mother:      Rose Dodds
  Spouse:      Lela Chapman
  Film Number:      001299110; Bride=Lela Champman
• (Groom) Marriage: circa 1915; prob., Ohio, USA; Bride=Lela Chapman
• Burial*: 8 May 1954; Fairview Cemetery, Ostrander, Delaware Co., Ohio, USA
• Death*: 8 May 1954; Ostrander, Delaware Co., Ohio, USA

• (Household Member) Census: 1900; Findlay, Hancock Co., Ohio, USA; 1900 United States Federal Census
  
  Name:      Frank T Wells
  Age:      38
  Birth Date:      Jun 1861
  Birthplace:      Ohio
  Home in 1900:      Findlay Ward 5, Hancock, Ohio
  Street:      South
  House Number:      746
  Sheet Number:      6
  Number of Dwelling in Order of Visitation:      121
  Family Number:      124
  Race:      White
  Gender:      Male
  Relation to Head of House:      Head
  Marital status:      Married
  Spouse's name:      Rose D Wells
  Marriage Year:      1889
  Father's Birthplace:      Ohio
  Mother's Birthplace:      Ohio
  Occupation:      Stone Quarry Owner
  Months Not Employed:      0
  Can Read:      Yes
  Can Write:      Yes
  Can Speak English:      Yes
  House Owned or Rented:      O
  Home Free or Mortgaged:      F
  Farm or House:      H
  Neighbors:      
  Household Members:      
  Name      Age
  Frank T Wells      38
  Rose D Wells      39
  Paul D Wells      7; Head of Household=Frank F Wells
• (Household Member) Census: 1910; Findlay, Hancock Co., Ohio, USA; 1910 United States Federal Census
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  Name:      Frank T Wells
  Age in 1910:      48
  Birth Year:      abt 1862
  Birthplace:      Ohio
  Home in 1910:      Findlay Ward 4, Hancock, Ohio
  Street:      Sandusky
  House Number:      747
  Race:      White
  Gender:      Male
  Relation to Head of House:      Head
  Marital status:      Married
  Spouse's name:      Rose D Wells
  Father's Birthplace:      Virginia
  Mother's Birthplace:      Ohio
  Native Tongue:      English
  Occupation:      Contractor
  Industry:      Store Bridge
  Employer, Employee or Other:      Own Account
  Home Owned or Rented:      Own
  Home Free or Mortgaged:      Free
  Farm or House:      House
  Able to Read:      Yes
  Able to Write:      Yes
  Years Married:      20
  Out of Work:      N
  Number of weeks out of work:      0
  Neighbors:      
  Household Members:      
  Name      Age
  Frank T Wells      48
  Rose D Wells      48
  Paul D Wells      17; Head of Household=Frank F Wells
• Milt-Event: 5 June 1917; Sandusky, Erie Co., Ohio, USA; World War I Draft Registration Cards, 1917-1918
  Name: Paul Dodds Wells
  City: Not Stated
  County: Erie
  State: Ohio
  Birthplace: Ohio;United States of America
  Birth Date: 14 Aug 1892
  Race: Caucasian (White)
  Roll: 1832194
  DraftBoard: 0
  wife and child
  buyer for Herb? & Myers Co, Sandusky
  addr: 131 Huntington Place, Sandusky, OH³
• (Head of Household) Census: 1920; Jackson, Jackson Co., Michigan, USA; e 1920 United States Federal Census
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  Name:      Paul Wells
  [Paul Wills]
  Age:      28
  Birth Year:      abt 1892
  Birthplace:      Ohio
  Home in 1920:      Jackson Ward 4, Jackson, Michigan
  Street:      First St.
  House Number:      1009
  Residence Date:      1920
  Race:      White
  Gender:      Male
  Relation to Head of House:      Head
  Marital status:      Married
  Spouse's name:      Lela Wells
  Father's Birthplace:      Ohio
  Mother's Birthplace:      Ohio
  Able to Speak English:      Yes
  Occupation:      Buyer
  Industry:      Department Store
  Employment Field:      Wage or Salary
  Home Owned or Rented:      Rent
  Able to Read:      Yes
  Able to Write:      Yes
  Neighbors:      
  Household Members:      
  Name      Age
  Paul Wells      28
  Lela Wells      28
  Robert Wells      3
  Lela N Wells      0; Household Member=Lela Champman, Household Member=Robert Chapman Wells, Household Member=Lela Ann Wells
• (Head of Household) Census: 1930; New Castle, Lawrence Co., Pennsylvania, USA; 1930 United States Federal Census
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  Name:      Paul Wells
  Birth Year:      abt 1893
  Gender:      Male
  Race:      White
  Birthplace:      Ohio
  Marital status:      Married
  Relation to Head of House:      Head
  Home in 1930:      New Castle, Lawrence, Pennsylvania, USA
  Map of Home:      View Map
  Street address:      Garfield Ave
  Ward of City:      2nd
  House Number:      201
  Dwelling Number:      19
  Family Number:      19
  Home Owned or Rented:      Rented
  Home Value:      75.00
  Radio Set:      Yes
  Lives on Farm:      No
  Age at first Marriage:      22
  Attended School:      No
  Able to Read and Write:      Yes
  Father's Birthplace:      Ohio
  Mother's Birthplace:      Ohio
  Able to Speak English:      Yes
  Occupation:      Merchant
  Industry:      Store
  Class of Worker:      Wage or salary worker
  Employment:      No
  Household Members:      
  Name      Age
  Paul Wells      37
  Lela Wells      38
  Robert Wells      13
  Lela Wells      10
  Neighbors:      ; Household Member=Lela Champman
• (Head of Household) Census: 1940; Grandview Heights, Franklin Co., Ohio, USA; 1940 United States Federal Census
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  Name:      Paul D Wells
  Age:      47
  Estimated birth year:      abt 1893
  Gender:      Male
  Race:      White
  Birthplace:      Ohio
  Marital status:      Married
  Relation to Head of House:      Head
  Home in 1940:      Grandview Heights, Franklin, Ohio
  Map of Home in 1940:      View Map
  Street:      Northwest Blvd
  House Number:      1244
  Farm:      No
  Inferred Residence in 1935:      Grandview Heights, Franklin, Ohio
  Residence in 1935:      Same House
  Sheet Number:      15A
  Number of Household in Order of Visitation:      344
  Occupation:      Salesman
  House Owned or Rented:      Owned
  Value of Home or Monthly Rental if Rented:      8900
  Attended School or College:      No
  Highest Grade Completed:      College, 2nd year
  Hours Worked Week Prior to Census:      60
  Class of Worker:      Wage or salary worker in private work
  Weeks Worked in 1939:      52
  Income:      3000
  Income Other Sources:      No
  Neighbors:      
  Household Members:      
  Name      Age
  Paul D Wells      47
  Lela C Wells      48
  Robert C Wells      23; Household Member=Lela Champman

Alice H Wells^1,2

• Father*: Burris Wells^1,2 b. 27 Aug 1866, d. 6 Jun 1906
• Mother*: Alice Hopkins^1,2 b. Sep 1871

• Reference: W066 ID150

• Birth*: circa 1903; Tennessee, USA^1,2

Angelia Hoyt^1,2

• Reference: W999 ID150

• Birth*: February 1854; Ohio, USA
• (Bride) Marriage*: 11 September 1877; Union Co., Ohio, USA; Groom=Isaac Bruce Wells^1,2
• (Deceased) Death*: 12 June 1931; Lorain Co., Ohio, USA; Ohio Deaths, 1908-1932, 1938-1944, and 1958-2002
  about Angelia Wells
  Name: Angelia Wells
  
  
  
  Death Date: 12 Jun 1931
  County of Death: Lorain
  

• Name Variation: Angeline Hoyt^1,2
• Married Name: 11 September 1877; Mrs. Wells (Hoyt)
• (Household Member) Census: 1880; Jerome, Union Co., Ohio, USA;
  1880 United States Federal Census
  about Bruce Wells
  Name: Bruce Wells
  Home in 1880: Jerome, Union, Ohio
  Age: 25
  Estimated Birth Year: abt 1855
  Birthplace: Ohio
  Relation to Head of Household: Self (Head)
  Spouse's Name: Angie
  Father's birthplace: Ohio
  Mother's birthplace: Ohio
  Neighbors: View others on page
  Occupation: Stone Mason
  Marital Status: Married
  Race: White
  Gender: Male
  House Number: 6009448
  Household Members: Name Age
  Bruce Wells 25
  Angie Wells 26
  
  ; Head of Household=Isaac Bruce Wells
• (Household Member) Census: 1900; Lorain, Lorain Co., Ohio, USA;
  1900 United States Federal Census
  about Isaac B Wells
  Name: Isaac B Wells
  Home in 1900: Lorain Ward 3, Lorain, Ohio
  Age: 45
  Birth Date: Aug 1854
  Birthplace: Ohio
  Race: White
  Ethnicity: American
  Gender: Male
  Relationship to Head of House: Head
  Father's Birthplace: Ohio
  Mother's Birthplace: Ohio
  Spouse's Name: Angelia
  Marriage year: 1876
  Marital Status: Married
  Years Married: 24
  Residence : Lorain City, Lorain, Ohio
  Occupation: View on Image
  Neighbors: View others on page
  Household Members: Name Age
  Isaac B Wells 45
  Angelia Wells 46
  Adelia M Wells 19
  Hamer Wells 15
  Omay Wells 14
  
  ; Head of Household=Isaac Bruce Wells

Vadilea M Wells

• Father*: Isaac Bruce Wells b. 18 Aug 1854, d. 4 Oct 1918
• Mother*: Angelia Hoyt b. Feb 1854, d. 12 Jun 1931

• Reference: W066 ID150

• Birth*: June 1881; Ohio, USA^1,2
• (Bride) Marriage*: 1902; prob., Lorain Co., Ohio, USA

• Name Variation: Vada Wells
• Name Variation: Adelia M Wells
• (Household Member) Census: 1900; Lorain, Lorain Co., Ohio, USA;
  1900 United States Federal Census
  about Isaac B Wells
  Name: Isaac B Wells
  Home in 1900: Lorain Ward 3, Lorain, Ohio
  Age: 45
  Birth Date: Aug 1854
  Birthplace: Ohio
  Race: White
  Ethnicity: American
  Gender: Male
  Relationship to Head of House: Head
  Father's Birthplace: Ohio
  Mother's Birthplace: Ohio
  Spouse's Name: Angelia
  Marriage year: 1876
  Marital Status: Married
  Years Married: 24
  Residence : Lorain City, Lorain, Ohio
  Occupation: View on Image
  Neighbors: View others on page
  Household Members: Name Age
  Isaac B Wells 45
  Angelia Wells 46
  Adelia M Wells 19
  Hamer Wells 15
  Omay Wells 14
  
  ; Head of Household=Isaac Bruce Wells
• Married Name: 1902; Mrs. Lewis (Wells)

Hammer Wells

• Father*: Isaac Bruce Wells^1,2 b. 18 Aug 1854, d. 4 Oct 1918
• Mother*: Angelia Hoyt^1,2 b. Feb 1854, d. 12 Jun 1931

• Reference: W066 ID150

• Birth*: August 1884; Ohio, USA^1,2
• Burial*: 1906; Elmwood Cemetery, Lorain, Lorain Co., Ohio, USA
• (Deceased) Death*: 1906; Lorain Co., Ohio, USA

• (Household Member) Census: 1900; Lorain, Lorain Co., Ohio, USA;
  1900 United States Federal Census
  about Isaac B Wells
  Name: Isaac B Wells
  Home in 1900: Lorain Ward 3, Lorain, Ohio
  Age: 45
  Birth Date: Aug 1854
  Birthplace: Ohio
  Race: White
  Ethnicity: American
  Gender: Male
  Relationship to Head of House: Head
  Father's Birthplace: Ohio
  Mother's Birthplace: Ohio
  Spouse's Name: Angelia
  Marriage year: 1876
  Marital Status: Married
  Years Married: 24
  Residence : Lorain City, Lorain, Ohio
  Occupation: View on Image
  Neighbors: View others on page
  Household Members: Name Age
  Isaac B Wells 45
  Angelia Wells 46
  Adelia M Wells 19
  Hamer Wells 15
  Omay Wells 14
  
  ; Head of Household=Isaac Bruce Wells

Ona Wells

• Father*: Isaac Bruce Wells^1,2 b. 18 Aug 1854, d. 4 Oct 1918
• Mother*: Angelia Hoyt^1,2 b. Feb 1854, d. 12 Jun 1931

• Reference: W066 ID150

• Birth*: April 1886; Ohio, USA^1,2
• (Deceased) Death*: 1912; Lorain Co., Ohio, USA

• (Household Member) Census: 1900; Lorain, Lorain Co., Ohio, USA;
  1900 United States Federal Census
  about Isaac B Wells
  Name: Isaac B Wells
  Home in 1900: Lorain Ward 3, Lorain, Ohio
  Age: 45
  Birth Date: Aug 1854
  Birthplace: Ohio
  Race: White
  Ethnicity: American
  Gender: Male
  Relationship to Head of House: Head
  Father's Birthplace: Ohio
  Mother's Birthplace: Ohio
  Spouse's Name: Angelia
  Marriage year: 1876
  Marital Status: Married
  Years Married: 24
  Residence : Lorain City, Lorain, Ohio
  Occupation: View on Image
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  Household Members: Name Age
  Isaac B Wells 45
  Angelia Wells 46
  Adelia M Wells 19
  Hamer Wells 15
  Omay Wells 14
  
  ; Head of Household=Isaac Bruce Wells

Etta Wood^1,2

• Reference: W999 ID150

• Birth*: circa 1870²
• (Bride) Marriage*: 22 April 1888; Meigs Co., Ohio, USA; Groom=Edgar Wells^1,2

• Married Name: 22 April 1888; Mrs. Wells (Wood)

_ID012 B243 _W243¹

• Father*: _Top _W243¹ b. 243

• Reference: W243 ID012

• Birth*: 012¹

James Ogden Wells^1,2

• Father*: Abel Waters Wells^1,2 b. 6 Sep 1840, d. 22 Oct 1912
• Mother*: Melvina B Gates b. Aug 1844

• Reference: W243 ID012

• (Witness) Burial*: St. Joseph, Berrien Co., Michigan, USA^1,2
• Birth*: 9 November 1876; St. Joseph, Berrien Co., Michigan, USA; WELLS, James O.Birth Sex:Male Birth Date:20 Nov 1877Birthplace:St Joseph, Berrien, Mi Recorded in:Berrien, Michigan Father:H. A. WELLS Mother:Melvina Source:FHL Number 945401Dates:1873-1875^1,2
• (Groom) Marriage*: circa 1900; Bride=Fana 'Fannie' Bosch
• (Groom) Marriage*: 28 November 1906; Chicago, Cook Co., Illinois, USA^3,1,2
• (Deceased) Death*: 16 December 1928; St. Joseph, Berrien Co., Michigan, USA^1,2

• (Household Member) Census: 1880; St Joseph, Berrien Co., Michigan, USA;
  1880 United States Federal Census
  about A. W Wells
  Name: A. W Wells
  Home in 1880: Saint Joseph, Berrien, Michigan
  Age: 39
  Estimated birth year: abt 1841
  Birthplace: Ontario
  Relation to Head of Household: Self (Head)
  Spouse's name: Malvina
  Father's birthplace: Ontario
  Mother's birthplace: Ontario
  Neighbors: View others on page
  Occupation: Manu. Baskets & Boxes
  Marital Status: Married
  Race: White
  Gender: Male
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  A. W Wells 39
  Malvina Wells 34
  Cornelia E Wells 9
  James O Wells 3
  Clara C Wells 1
  
  ; Head of Household=Abel Waters Wells
• Milit-Beg*: 4 May 1898; Washington, Independent City, District of Columbia, USA; Age 21 6/12 years, height 5 feet 9 1/2 inches, complexion dark, eyes brown, hair brown; student from St. Joseph MI, parent A. W. Wells.^4,1,2
• Note: circa July 1898; Type: Milit-hist The military record shows that J. O. was sick in line of duty May 15 to 29, and July 20 to Aug. 14 1898.^5,1,2
• Milit-End: 15 September 1898; Camp Wikoff, Suffolk Co. (Long Island), New York, USA; Discharged 27 August by order of Asst. Adj. Gen'l. Character excellent.^6,1,2
• (Household Member) Census: 1900; St Joseph, Berrien Co., Michigan, USA;
  1900 United States Federal Census
  about Abel W Wells
  Name: Abel W Wells
  Home in 1900: Saint Joseph, Berrien, Michigan
  Age: 59
  Birth Date: Sep 1840
  Birthplace: Canada Eng
  [Canada English]
  Race: White
  Gender: Male
  Immigration Year:
  1860
  [1865]
  Relationship to Head of House: Head
  Father's Birthplace: Canada Eng
  Mother's Birthplace: Canada Eng
  Spouse's name: Melvina B
  Marriage Year: 1869
  Marital Status: Married
  Years Married: 31
  Occupation: View on Image
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  Household Members: Name Age
  Abel W Wells 59
  Melvina B Wells 55
  J Ogden Wells 23
  Clara Wells 21
  Helga Anderson 24
  
  ; Head of Household=Abel Waters Wells
• Graduation*: 1901; Harvard University, Cambridge, Middlesex Co., Massachusetts, USA; entered the University in 1896 (Harvard Alumni directory)^1,2

Marion Louise Wells^1,2

• Father*: James Ogden Wells^1,2 b. 9 Nov 1876, d. 16 Dec 1928

• Reference: W243 ID012

• Birth*: 28 November 1911; St. Joseph, Berrien Co., Michigan, USA^1,2
• (Bride) Marriage*: circa 1939^1,2
• (Deceased) Death*: 22 July 1957; San Anselmo, Marin Co., California, USA^1,2

• Married Name: circa 1939; Mrs. Crane (Wells)

Abel Waters Wells^1,2

• Father*: Abel Waters Wells^1,2 b. 23 Nov 1807, d. Mar 1877
• Mother*: Hannah Cass b. 3 Apr 1808, d. a 1880

• Reference: W243 ID012

• Birth*: 6 September 1840; Longueuil, Quebec, Canada^1,2
• (Groom) Marriage*: 28 January 1869; L'Orignal, Prescot Co., Ontario, Canada; Bride=Melvina B Gates^1,2
• (Witness) Burial*: 22 October 1912; St. Joseph, Berrien Co., Michigan, USA^1,2
• (Deceased) Death*: 22 October 1912; Battle Creek, Calhoun Co., Michigan, USA; ABEL W. WELLS ST JOSEPH'S LEADING CITIZEN DIES QUITE SUDDENLY FOLLOWING OPERATION. WAS UP-BUILDER OF CITY Held Place in Foremost Ranks of Western Michigan's Business Men- Headed Bank and Manufacturing. A.W. Wells, one of St. Joseph's first citizens died suddenly in the Kellogg sanitarium at Battle Creek Tuesday afternoon, Oct. 22, 1912. News of his demise came as a great shock Wednesday to people of this city only a small number of whom had known that he had been a patient in the hospital and had submitted to a delicate operation for bladder trouble. Mr. Wells accompanied by his wife went to Battle Creek about three weeks ago to take a rest more than anything else. While there he underwent a careful examination by specialists and was advised to go on the operating table for relief from prostatic trouble. Dr. Kellogg who advised the operation and who performed It, stated to Mr. Wells and members of his family that while there was no immediate danger of death, a successful operation would have the effect of prolonging the life of the patient. Operation Pronounced Successful. With the courage and optimism that has characterized his life, Mr. Wells gave his consent and was operated upon Thursday, Oct. 17. From a surgical standpoint the operation was pronounced a complete success. The dangerous condition was relieved and Mr. Wells otherwise in excellent physical condition was rallying rapidly. Dr. Kellogg gave as his opinion that he would soon be able to sit up. Sunday night the patient was attacked with nausea but at that time It was thought that it was an after effect of the anaesthetic and no anxiety was felt because of this symptom. Monday morning, however, Mr. Wells began to sink gradually and in spite of the best medical attention that could be given him, passed away peacefully during Tuesday evening. Members of the family in this city had believed that Mr. Wells was on the road to recovery. The first advices that his condition was dangerous came from Mrs. Wells to her daughter-in-law, Mrs. J. 0. Wells, stating that there was some doubt if her husband would return alive to St. Joseph. A few hQurs later came the telegram announcing his death. Await Return of Son. The affection which caused the death of Mr. Wells was identical with that which proved fatal to Hon. L. 0. Fyfe. J. Ogden Wells, the only son, left this city last Monday far Philadelphia and his arrival in Battle Creek was awaited before arrangements were made for bringing the remains to this city. One of City's Upbuilders. Mr. Wells was one of the upbuilders of St. Joseph and one of the leading business men of western Michigan. His interests extended to every part of the country but he was always loyal to his home city and spent a greater part of the year here living simply in his comfortable home on Lake boulevard. He will be missed probably more than any other, man who could have passed out of the commercial life of St. Joseph at this time. He will ever be remembered for his kindly spirit and the generous interest he tGok in the affairs of all. classes who surrounded him in his business enterprises. Mr. Wells was president of the Cooper, Wells . & Co., of the largest hosiery manufacturing plants in the country, of the Union Banking company of this city, of the Wells-Higman Co. of this city and Traverse City and was a director in fruit package manufacturing companies at Greenfield, and Memphis, Tenn.; Vicksburg, Miss.: Fort Valley, and Macon, Ga.; Crystal Springs, Ala., and Tyler, Tex. In many of these companies he was associated with A. D. Kent of this city and H. C. Ward of Greenfield. Tenn. He' was also an extensive holder of real estate. Was Born in Canada. Abel W. Wells was born in Ontario, Prescott county, Can., Sept. 6, 1840, and was 72 years old at the time of his death. His parents, A. W. and Hannah Wells, were also born in Canada. His father was a merchant and later came to the United States and died in Minnesota. Attending the public schools until he was 18 years old, Mr. Wells then entered the employ of his father. Stories of the opportunities open to young men brought him into Michigan and in 1866 he obtained employment in the sawmills of Muskegon. Later he went to Belle Plaine, Minn., and from there up to the headwaters of the Mississippi. Came to St. Joseph in 1868. In 1868 he visited St. Joseph and was so favorably impressed that he decided to remain here. A short time later he formed a partnership with W. W. Wilcox and H. C. Ward under the title of A. W. Wells & Co. and engaged In the manufacture of berry boxes. This laid the foundation of his success In business. The industry grew by leaps and bounds and Mr..Wells gradually extended his interests until he was in control of a large number of fruit package factories. The St. Joseph company later developed into the Wells-Higman company.. Mr. Wells has always been active In the affairs of this company. Heads Union Bank. The Union Banking company was organized in 1883 and Mr. Wells aided in the enterprise. In March, 1893, he was made president of the institution and in that capacity saw the institution grow to one of the most substantial in the smaller cities of the state. A new era recently opened for the bank when it removed to magnificent quarters in its new building. Brings Knitting Factory to City. Since 1879 Mr. Wells has been identified with the Cooper, Wells & Co., whose products are known the world over. He has been president of the company since 1895. The establishment of the factory in this city was very largely the result of the enterprise of the St. Joseph Improvement and Benefit association of which Mr. Wells was the first president, at the formation of the association in 1877. On the burning of the Wooleu mills In Niles, the company was induced to come to this city. It was later reorganized and Mr. Wells became identified with it in association wkh the Cooper family. Many years ago he purchased the Cooper interest in the factory. Of late years Mr. Wells withdrew from active management of the corporation's affairs turning it over to his son J.. 0. Wells. Mr. Wells for two years served the city of St. Joseph as supervisor and for three years was a member of the board of education. He was a member of the Masonic fraternity. Jan. 28, 1868, he was married to Miss Melvina B. Gates of L'Original, Can. Three children were born to them, Cornelia E., James Ogden and Clara, the two daughters new being Mrs. Jay A. Carver of Detroit, and Mrs. Harrison J. Trask, Grand Rapids. Three brothers, Rufus of Herman, Minn.; Harry of Morris, Minn., and Alpheus of Litchfield, Minn., also survive. Remains Arrive Here. Funeral services for the late A. W. Wells will be held Saturday afternoon at 2:30 from the family home on Lake boulevard. Rev. C. E. Hoag of the Methodist church will be the officiating clergyman. Burial will take place in the city cemetery. The remains arrived Thursday morning over Michigan Central from Battle Creek and were taken to the undertaking rooms' of Baitinger & Kingsley where they will probably remain until Saturday morning. Mr. and Mrs. J. 0. Wells, Maynard Stuart and Henry Bosch, brother of Mrs. J. 0. Wells, came on the same train. Mr. Wells had hurried to Battle Creek from Philadelphia when he received news of his father's demise and he was met there by his wife and Mr. Bosch. Mr. Stuart left here Wednesday morning to lend his assistance in making arrangements for the transportation of the body to this city. Mrs. A. W. Wells left Battle Creek Wednesday morning just at the same time members of the family were hastening to her side from this city. The result was that no member of the family was here to greet the grief-stricken wife when she arrived. She was accompanied by a nurse. Mr. and Mrs. Jay Carver arrived Thursday from Detroit. The latter is a daughter of the late Mr. Wells. The second daughter, Mrs. Harrison J. Trask is now traveling in Europe with her husband and will be unable to reach here in time for the funeral. Mrs. Trask was reached by cable Tuesday in London. The last rites will be marked with the same simplicity that characterized the life the departed manufacturer and banker. It is the request of the family that no flowers be offered. The Cooper, Wells & Co. factory was closed Thursday morning and machinery will remain silent until next Monday morning as a mark of respect to the upbuilder of the world-wide business. Dr. J. B. Kellogg who performed the operation on Mr. Wells was astounded by the death of his patient. He states that recovery /from the Operation seemed certain up to a few hours before the death of Mr. Wells. The operation has resulted In relieving the abnormal condition of the affected organs and from Thursday, when Mr. Wells went under the knife until Monday, no serious symptom had developed that gaye any alarm to the attending physicians. The immediate cause of death was the formation of gasses in the abdomen which crushed the heart. Senator William Alden Smith Thursday morning before his departure from this city paid a. high tribute to the life and character of Mr. Wells. He said: I have known Mr. Wells since I was a boy living In this section of Michigan and he was one of Nature's noblemen. He lived a pure, clean life. I am profoundly moved by news of his death. From St. Joseph Saturday Herald, Oct 26 1912 SIMPLE TRIBUTE REV. C. E. HOAG TELLS OF INSPIRATION CONTAINED IN ACHIEVEMENTS OF A. W. WELLS. LAST RITES ARE IMPRESSIVE Business Associates and Friends Come From Afar to Pay Final Respects -Business Halts During Funeral. 'I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith. These words taken from St. Paul and spoken by Rev. C. E. Hoag at the funeral services for the late A. W. Wells Saturday afternoon was a simple tribute to the life of the man. The last rites particularly Impressive in their simplicity were solemnized at the family home on Lake boulevard and were attended by a large concourse of relatives and friends many coming from far distant states. Business Associates Among People. The pallbearers were men who had been intimate friends and business associates of Mr. Wells. The honorary list included: S. B. Anderson, A. T. Tully, Memphis, Tenn.; W. P. Robins, J. S. Morton, A. T. Hall, Benton Harbor; A. D. Kent, James Forbes, Nelson C. Rice, St. Joseph. The active pallbearers were: C. F. Zapf, Traverse City; A. J. Wallace, G. F. Mulllken, I. W. Allen, John F. Duncan, M. H. Stuart, A. B. Moffatt, W. F. Sesser, St. Joseph. The remains were laid to rest in the city cemetery. As a mark of respect to the memory of a man who was held in loving esteem by his fellow townsmen the business houses generally were closed during the hour of the funeral. A bouquet of chrysanthemums tied with purple veiling and arranged with sprays of greenery, adorned the door of the main entrance to the Union Banking Co. building and the flag at the Cooper, Wells & Co. factory floated at half mast Saturday. Those from out of the city in attendance at the funeral were: James Wells, a nephew, Herman, Minn.; Harry Wells, a brother, Morris, Minn.; C. F. Zapf, H. A. Maynard, Traverse City, Mich.; A. T. Tully, S. B. Anderson, Memphis, Tenn.; Frank H. Morrison, LaPorte, Ind.; H. H. Rhymes, Crystal Springs, Miss.; Mr. and Mrs. Henry Bosch, Jr., Mrs. Charles Bosch, Mr. and Mrs. L. C. Orell, Mr. and Mrs. W. L. Adams, C. M. Puhlman, Chicago; Mr. Smith of I. Reifsnyder Sons & Co., Philadelphia; Harry C. Ward, Greenfield, Tenn. Last Words by Rev. Hoag. There are times when the Invisible and the eternal become very real to us, said Rev. Hoag in the last remarks at the bier. A gentleman lonely and homesick In a distant city hears a chime of bells~ Following the music he comes to the Father's house. Entering in he found God. In our busy lives we are as men absorbed in the noises of the street, who never hear the music of the bells of the upper air. But now and again something happens to make us pause and we are made conscious of the eternal truth. Life to a true man or woman is a glorious thing. It is the battlefield on which we all win or lose our souls. The fabric of our destiny Is woven out of the commonplace events of our daily life; the little things as well as the great of joy and sorrow of failure and triumph, make or mar our manhood. He Fought a Good Fight. 'Of the one who Is gone from us we can say with exact truth: 'He fought a good fight; he has finished his course with credit to his maker and himself; he kept the faith.' All about us are Institutions which his mind conceived and which his industry builded; and all over the land are men In important places whose feet he started on the path to success. All good work Is Indestructible- no good deed ever dies. The world is a treasure house in which are memorials of men who are gone; laws and literature and tolls and fabrics. The man who we should honor is not the man who says but the man who does; who turns thoughts into deeds and departing leaves a work that abides. Thrice blessed is such a man. We wear civilization as a garment; but the threads in that garment were woven by hands which are now at rest. We bury their bodies but their work abides. The Life of the Man. If Mr. Wells could have his wish he would have no word of eulogy spoken at this time and I shall sacredly observe the wish. At the same time he would want any word spoken that might inspire a young man to make the best of his opportunities and life. Abel W. Wells was not born to the luxury of an easy life. He had his own way to make-his own hand and feet and mind with which to make It. Very early he realized that if he succeeded, his success would be his own and if he failed he alone would be to blame. He did not wait for treasure ships to come from the land of dreams to the harbor of his opportunities; but he took hold of his opportunities; and pulled out into the tossing sea taking great chances in the bard and stormy voyage. He early trained himself to know men and he seldom failed to estimate a man at his right value. His business judgment was almost unerring. Like General Grant, he could tell which of a dozen plans was best. His keenness of vision made him swift of stroke. There was no vacillation in his makeup and no retreat. Having chosen his course he kept to it. Disliked Display and Ostentation. Mr. Wells was not an emotional man, and a stranger would call him cold. Those who knew him felt that southern warmth of his nature. He was a proud man in the best sense. Proud of his achievements, of his associates, and of his family, but there was not an atom of vanity in his nature. He disliked display and ostentation. His untiring Industry was not merely to make money but for the sake of achievement. To do something worth while was the incentive. My record shows that Mr. Wells united with the church Aug. 2, 1377. For many years he has been president of the board of trustees. His interest In the church was very deep and 1 think I never talked with him for any length of time but he inquired about the details of church affairs. He will be sorely missed. Two weeks ago he walked our streets apparently a well man-his step firm, his eye keen. Today there is a rain of unavailing tears. Is this the end? No. The work of man's hands abide. Is not God's greatest and noblest work man eternal? Yes. 'In my father's house are many mansions.' He would not have much mourning. He knew that death is as natural as birth and that in all the universe we cannot drift beyond God's love and care. From St. Joseph Evening Herald, Saturday. Oct. 26, 1912.^1,2

• (Head of Household) Census*: 1870; St Joseph, Berrien Co., Michigan, USA;
  1870 United States Federal Census
  about Abel W Wells
  Name: Abel W Wells
  Birth Year: abt 1840
  Age in 1870: 30
  Birthplace: Canada
  Home in 1870: Saint Joseph, Berrien, Michigan
  Race: White
  Gender: Male
  Value of real estate: View image
  Post Office: Saint Joseph
  Household Members: Name Age
  Abel W Wells 30
  Lorina Wells 25
  Hannah Wells 62
  Harmaney Wells 19
  Leicester Olds 69
  Emma Olds 59
  
  ; Household Member=Harmanus 'Harry' H Wells, Household Member=Hannah Cass
• (Head of Household) Census: 1880; St Joseph, Berrien Co., Michigan, USA;
  1880 United States Federal Census
  about A. W Wells
  Name: A. W Wells
  Home in 1880: Saint Joseph, Berrien, Michigan
  Age: 39
  Estimated birth year: abt 1841
  Birthplace: Ontario
  Relation to Head of Household: Self (Head)
  Spouse's name: Malvina
  Father's birthplace: Ontario
  Mother's birthplace: Ontario
  Neighbors: View others on page
  Occupation: Manu. Baskets & Boxes
  Marital Status: Married
  Race: White
  Gender: Male
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  A. W Wells 39
  Malvina Wells 34
  Cornelia E Wells 9
  James O Wells 3
  Clara C Wells 1
  
  ; Household Member=Melvina B Gates, Household Member=Cornelia E Wells, Household Member=James Ogden Wells, Household Member=Clara C Wells
• (Head of Household) Census: 1900; St Joseph, Berrien Co., Michigan, USA;
  1900 United States Federal Census
  about Abel W Wells
  Name: Abel W Wells
  Home in 1900: Saint Joseph, Berrien, Michigan
  Age: 59
  Birth Date: Sep 1840
  Birthplace: Canada Eng
  [Canada English]
  Race: White
  Gender: Male
  Immigration Year:
  1860
  [1865]
  Relationship to Head of House: Head
  Father's Birthplace: Canada Eng
  Mother's Birthplace: Canada Eng
  Spouse's name: Melvina B
  Marriage Year: 1869
  Marital Status: Married
  Years Married: 31
  Occupation: View on Image
  Neighbors: View others on page
  Household Members: Name Age
  Abel W Wells 59
  Melvina B Wells 55
  J Ogden Wells 23
  Clara Wells 21
  Helga Anderson 24
  
  ; Household Member=Melvina B Gates, Household Member=James Ogden Wells, Household Member=Clara C Wells
• Passport*: 1 July 1911; St Joseph, Berrien Co., Michigan, USA; U.S. Passport Applications, 1795-1925
  about Abel W Wells
  Name: Abel W Wells
  Birth Date: 6 Sep 1840
  Birth Place: Longale, Canada
  Residence: St Joseph, Michigan
  Passport Issue Date: 1 Jul 1911
  Passport Includes a Photo: N
  Source: Passport Applications, January 2, 1906 - March 31, 1925 (M1490)

Cornelia E Wells^1,2

• Father*: Abel Waters Wells^1,2 b. 6 Sep 1840, d. 22 Oct 1912

• Reference: W243 ID012

• Birth*: circa 1871; St. Joseph, Berrien Co., Michigan, USA^1,2

• (Household Member) Census: 1880; St Joseph, Berrien Co., Michigan, USA;
  1880 United States Federal Census
  about A. W Wells
  Name: A. W Wells
  Home in 1880: Saint Joseph, Berrien, Michigan
  Age: 39
  Estimated birth year: abt 1841
  Birthplace: Ontario
  Relation to Head of Household: Self (Head)
  Spouse's name: Malvina
  Father's birthplace: Ontario
  Mother's birthplace: Ontario
  Neighbors: View others on page
  Occupation: Manu. Baskets & Boxes
  Marital Status: Married
  Race: White
  Gender: Male
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  A. W Wells 39
  Malvina Wells 34
  Cornelia E Wells 9
  James O Wells 3
  Clara C Wells 1
  
  ; Head of Household=Abel Waters Wells

Clara C Wells^1,2

• Father*: Abel Waters Wells^1,2 b. 6 Sep 1840, d. 22 Oct 1912
• Mother*: Melvina B Gates b. Aug 1844

• Reference: W243 ID012

• Birth*: 12 September 1878; St. Joseph, Berrien Co., Michigan, USA^3,1,2
• (Bride) Marriage*: circa 1900^1,2

• (Household Member) Census: 1880; St Joseph, Berrien Co., Michigan, USA;
  1880 United States Federal Census
  about A. W Wells
  Name: A. W Wells
  Home in 1880: Saint Joseph, Berrien, Michigan
  Age: 39
  Estimated birth year: abt 1841
  Birthplace: Ontario
  Relation to Head of Household: Self (Head)
  Spouse's name: Malvina
  Father's birthplace: Ontario
  Mother's birthplace: Ontario
  Neighbors: View others on page
  Occupation: Manu. Baskets & Boxes
  Marital Status: Married
  Race: White
  Gender: Male
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  A. W Wells 39
  Malvina Wells 34
  Cornelia E Wells 9
  James O Wells 3
  Clara C Wells 1
  
  ; Head of Household=Abel Waters Wells
• (Household Member) Census: 1900; St Joseph, Berrien Co., Michigan, USA;
  1900 United States Federal Census
  about Abel W Wells
  Name: Abel W Wells
  Home in 1900: Saint Joseph, Berrien, Michigan
  Age: 59
  Birth Date: Sep 1840
  Birthplace: Canada Eng
  [Canada English]
  Race: White
  Gender: Male
  Immigration Year:
  1860
  [1865]
  Relationship to Head of House: Head
  Father's Birthplace: Canada Eng
  Mother's Birthplace: Canada Eng
  Spouse's name: Melvina B
  Marriage Year: 1869
  Marital Status: Married
  Years Married: 31
  Occupation: View on Image
  Neighbors: View others on page
  Household Members: Name Age
  Abel W Wells 59
  Melvina B Wells 55
  J Ogden Wells 23
  Clara Wells 21
  Helga Anderson 24
  
  ; Head of Household=Abel Waters Wells
• Married Name: circa 1900; Mrs. Trask (Wells)
• Passport*: 24 September 1919; San Diego, San Diego Co., California, USA; U.S. Passport Applications, 1795-1925
  about Mrs. Clara A Trask
  Name: Clara A Trask
  Name Prefix: Mrs.
  Birth Date: 12 Sep 1878
  Birth Place: St Joseph, Michigan
  Residence: San Diego, California
  Passport Issue Date: 24 Sep 1919
  Father Name: Abel W Wells
  Father's Birth Location: Canada
  Father's Residence: Deceased
  Passport Includes a Photo: Y
  Source: Passport Applications, January 2, 1906 - March 31, 1925 (M1490)
• Passport: 23 November 1921; La Jolla, San Diego Co., California, USA; U.S. Passport Applications, 1795-1925
  about Clara A Trask
  Name: Clara A Trask
  Birth Date: 12 Sep 1878
  Birth Place: St Joseph, Michigan
  Residence: La Jolla, California
  Passport Issue Date: 23 Nov 1921
  Father Name: Abel Wells
  Father's Birth Location: Canada
  Father's Residence: Decedsed
  Passport Includes a Photo: Y
  Source: Passport Applications, January 2, 1906 - March 31, 1925 (M1490)
• Passport: 19 December 1923; La Jolla, San Diego Co., California, USA; U.S. Passport Applications, 1795-1925
  about Clara A Trask
  Name: Clara A Trask
  Birth Date: 12 Sep 1878
  Birth Place: St Joseph, Michigan
  Residence: La Jolla, California
  Passport Issue Date: 19 Dec 1923
  Passport Includes a Photo: Y
  Source: Passport Applications, January 2, 1906 - March 31, 1925 (M1490)

Abel Waters Wells^1,2

• Father*: James Jefferson Wells^1,2 b. 1737, d. 21 Apr 1813
• Mother*: Polly Lamb^1,2 b. 2 Jun 1776, d. 20 Apr 1859

• Reference: W243 ID012

• Birth*: 23 November 1807; Ontario, Canada^1,2
• (Groom) Marriage*: 7 December 1830; Canada; Bride=Hannah Cass^1,2
• (Witness) Burial*: March 1877; Jordan, Scott Co., Minnesota, USA^1,2
• (Deceased) Death*: March 1877; Jordan, Scott Co., Minnesota, USA^1,2

• (Head of Household) Census: 1861; Prescot Twp., Prescot Co., Ontario, Canada; 1861 Census of Canada
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  Name: Abel Wells
  Age: 54
  Birth Year: 1807
  
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  Name: Abel Wells
  Birth: 1807 - location
  Residence: township, Prescott, Canada West
• (Head of Household) Census: 1871; Prescot Twp., Prescot Co., Ontario, Canada; Ontario, Canada Census Index, 1871
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  Name: Abel W Wells
  Age: 60
  Estimated birth year: abt 1811
  Gender: Male
  Birth Place: Ontario
  Residence District: Prescott
  Residence Location: Longueuil
  Ethnic Origin: English
  Religion: Wesleyan Methodist
  Occupation: Farmer
  Microfilm Roll: C-10011
  Page: 20
  Head of Household Comment: This person is listed as a head of household.
  
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  Name: Abel W Wells
  Birth: 1810-1811 - Ontario
  Birth: 1811
  Residence: 1871 - Ontario, Canada
  Residence: Prescott
• (Head of Household) Census*: January 1873; Sand Creek, Scott Co., Minnesota, USA^3,1,2
• (Head of Household) Census*: 1 May 1875; Sand Creek, Scott Co., Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Territorial and State Censuses, 1849-1905
  about A W Wells
  Name: A W Wells
  Census Date: 1 May 1875
  County: Scott
  Locality: Sand Creek
  Birth Location: Canada
  Gender: Male
  Estimated Birth Year: abt 1807
  Race: White
  Father's Birth Location: Canada
  Mother's Birth Location: Canada
  Roll: MNSC_15
  Wells, A W, age 68, Canada
  Wells, Karen?, age 67, b: Canada
  Wells, Alpheus, age 26, b: Canada
  Wells, Wilcox B, age 18, b: WI
  Wells, Dons Janese?, age 54, b: England; Household Member=Deno James Wells, Household Member=Hannah Cass, Household Member=Alpheus Wells, Household Member=Wilcox B Wells

Rufus Pendleton Wells^1,2

• Father*: Abel Waters Wells^1,2 b. 23 Nov 1807, d. Mar 1877
• Mother*: Hannah Cass b. 3 Apr 1808, d. a 1880

• Reference: W243 ID012

• Birth*: 27 April 1834; Canada^1,2
• (Groom) Marriage*: 4 March 1869; prob., Minnesota, USA; Bride=Mary Elizabeth Caswell^1,2
• (Deceased) Death*: 16 September 1914; Grant Co., Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Death Index, 1908-2002
  about Rufus Pendleton Wells
  Name: Rufus Pendleton Wells
  Death Date: 16 Sep 1914
  Death County: Grant
  State File Number: 005003
  Certificate Number: 005003
  Certificate Year: 1914
  Record Number: 152056
  ^1,2

• (Head of Household) Census: 21 May 1857; Belle Plaine, Scott Co., Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Territorial and State Censuses, 1849-1905
  about Rufus P Wells
  Name: Rufus P Wells
  Census Date: 21 Sep 1857
  County: Scott
  Locality: Belle Plaine
  Birth Location: N Canada
  Gender: Male
  Estimated Birth Year: abt 1835
  Race: White
  Roll: MN1857_4
  
• (Head of Household) Census: 1870; Sand Creek, Scott Co., Minnesota, USA;
  1870 United States Federal Census
  about Rufus P Wells
  Name: Rufus P Wells
  Estimated Birth Year: abt 1833
  Age in 1870: 37
  Birthplace: Canada
  Home in 1870: Sand Creek, Scott, Minnesota
  Race: White
  Gender: Male
  Value of real estate: View image
  Post Office: Belle Plaine
  Household Members: Name Age
  Rufus P Wells 37, Canada, Mill proprietor
  Mary E Wells, 23, NY
  Mary Wells, age 6 months, b: MN
  Alpheus Wells, age 21, farm laborer, b: Canada [brother?]
  Susan Ruk, age 17, domestic, IN; Household Member=Mary Elizabeth Caswell, Household Member=Marian E Wells, Household Member=Alpheus Wells
• (Head of Household) Census: 1 May 1875; Sand Creek, Scott Co., Minnesota, USA; Minnesota, Territorial and State Censuses, 1849-1905
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  Name:      Rufus P Wells
  Age:      40
  Census Date:      1 May 1875
  County:      Scott
  Locality:      Sand Creek
  Birth Location:      Canada
  Gender:      Male
  Estimated birth year:      abt 1835
  Race:      White
  Father's Birth Location:      Canada
  Mother's Birth Location:      Canada
  LINE:      30
  Roll:      MNSC_15
  Rufus P Wells
  Marian Wells
  Georgie 4
  Waters; Household Member=Marian E Wells, Household Member=George D Wells, Household Member=Abel Waters Wells
• (Head of Household) Census*: 1 June 1880; Sand Creek, Scott Co., Minnesota, USA^3,1,2
• (Head of Household) Census: 1 May 1885; Herman, Grant Co., Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Territorial and State Censuses, 1849-1905
  about Rufus P Wells
  Name: Rufus P Wells
  Census Date: 1 May 1885
  County: Grant
  Locality: Logan and Herman
  Birth Location: Ontario
  Gender: Male
  Estimated Birth Year: abt 1834
  Race: White
  Roll: MNSC_21
  Wells, Rufus P, age 51, Ontario, Canada
  Wells, Mary E, age 38, b: NY
  Wells, Marion, age 15, b: MN
  Wells, George L, age 14, b: MN
  Wells, Watters, age 12, b: MN
  Wells, Joseph R, age 8, b: MN
  Wells, Azelia, age 6, b: MN
  Wells, James P, age 4, b: MN
  Wells, Betsey L, age 3 months, b: MN
  Storrs, Lizzy, age 19, b: MN; Household Member=Mary Elizabeth Caswell, Household Member=Marian E Wells, Household Member=George D Wells, Household Member=Abel Waters Wells, Household Member=Joseph Raymond Wells, Household Member=Azelia V Wells, Household Member=James P Wells, Household Member=Betsey L Wells
• (Head of Household) Census: 1900; Logan, Grant Co., Minnesota, USA;
  1900 United States Federal Census
  about R P Wells
  Name: R P Wells
  Home in 1900: Logan, Grant, Minnesota
  Age: 66
  Birth Date: Apr 1834
  Birthplace: Canada England
  [Canada English]
  Race: White
  Ethnicity: American
  Gender: Male
  Relationship to Head of House: Head
  Father's Birthplace: Connecticut
  Mother's Birthplace: Connecticut
  Spouse's Name: Mary E
  Marriage year: 1869
  Marital Status: Married
  Years Married: 31
  Residence : Herman Village, Grant, Minnesota
  Occupation: View on Image
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  Household Members: Name Age
  R P Wells 66
  Mary E Wells 53
  Waters Wells 26
  Raymond I Wells 22
  ?Yellia V Wells 21
  James P Wells 19
  Bessie S Wells 15
  Metilda Brown 22
  Mary Bales 18
  
  ; Household Member=Mary Elizabeth Caswell, Household Member=Abel Waters Wells, Household Member=Joseph Raymond Wells, Household Member=Azelia V Wells, Household Member=James P Wells, Household Member=Betsey L Wells
• (Head of Household) Census: 26 June 1905; Herman, Grant Co., Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Territorial and State Censuses, 1849-1905
  about R P Wells
  Name: R P Wells
  Census Date: 26 Jun 1905
  County: Grant
  Locality: Herman
  Birth Location: Canada
  Gender: Male
  Estimated Birth Year: abt 1834
  Race: White
  Father's Birth Location: Canada
  Mother's Birth Location: Canada
  Roll: MNSC_118
  ; Household Member=Mary Elizabeth Caswell, Household Member=Azelia V Wells, Household Member=Betsey L Wells
• (Head of Household) Census: 1910; Logan, Grant Co., Minnesota, USA; 1910 United States Federal Census
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  Name:      R P Wells
  Age in 1910:      75
  Birth Year:      abt 1835
  Birthplace:      Canada English
  Home in 1910:      Logan, Grant, Minnesota
  Race:      White
  Gender:      Male
  Immigration Year:      1854
  Relation to Head of House:      Head
  Marital Status:      Married
  Spouse's Name:      Mary E Wells
  Father's Birthplace:      Connecticut
  Mother's Birthplace:      Canada English
  Native Tongue:      Yes Eng
  Occupation:      President
  Industry:      Book
  Employer, Employee or Other:      Own Account
  Home Owned or Rented:      Own
  Home Free or Mortgaged:      Free
  Farm or House:      House
  Naturalization Status:      Nat
  Able to Read:      Yes
  Able to Write:      Yes
  Years Married:      41
  Out of Work:      N
  Number of weeks out of work:      0
  Survivor of Union or Confederate Army or Navy:      UA
  Neighbors:      View others on page
  Household Members:      
  Name      Age
  R P Wells      75
  Mary E Wells      63
  Azelia B Wells      30
  Betsey Wells      25; Household Member=Mary Elizabeth Caswell, Household Member=Azelia V Wells, Household Member=Betsey L Wells

James P Wells^1,2

• Father*: Rufus Pendleton Wells^1,2 b. 27 Apr 1834, d. 16 Sep 1914
• Mother*: Mary Elizabeth Caswell b. 1847

• Reference: W243 ID012

• Birth*: 21 December 1880; Herman, Grant Co., Minnesota, USA^1,2
• (Deceased) Death*: December 1965; California, USA^1,2

• (Household Member) Census: 1 May 1885; Herman, Grant Co., Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Territorial and State Censuses, 1849-1905
  about Rufus P Wells
  Name: Rufus P Wells
  Census Date: 1 May 1885
  County: Grant
  Locality: Logan and Herman
  Birth Location: Ontario
  Gender: Male
  Estimated Birth Year: abt 1834
  Race: White
  Roll: MNSC_21
  Wells, Rufus P, age 51, Ontario, Canada
  Wells, Mary E, age 38, b: NY
  Wells, Marion, age 15, b: MN
  Wells, George L, age 14, b: MN
  Wells, Watters, age 12, b: MN
  Wells, Joseph R, age 8, b: MN
  Wells, Azelia, age 6, b: MN
  Wells, James P, age 4, b: MN
  Wells, Betsey L, age 3 months, b: MN
  Storrs, Lizzy, age 19, b: MN; Head of Household=Rufus Pendleton Wells
• (Household Member) Census: 1900; Logan, Grant Co., Minnesota, USA;
  1900 United States Federal Census
  about R P Wells
  Name: R P Wells
  Home in 1900: Logan, Grant, Minnesota
  Age: 66
  Birth Date: Apr 1834
  Birthplace: Canada England
  [Canada English]
  Race: White
  Ethnicity: American
  Gender: Male
  Relationship to Head of House: Head
  Father's Birthplace: Connecticut
  Mother's Birthplace: Connecticut
  Spouse's Name: Mary E
  Marriage year: 1869
  Marital Status: Married
  Years Married: 31
  Residence : Herman Village, Grant, Minnesota
  Occupation: View on Image
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  Household Members: Name Age
  R P Wells 66
  Mary E Wells 53
  Waters Wells 26
  Raymond I Wells 22
  ?Yellia V Wells 21
  James P Wells 19
  Bessie S Wells 15
  Metilda Brown 22
  Mary Bales 18
  
  ; Head of Household=Rufus Pendleton Wells

Harmanus 'Harry' H Wells^1,2

• Father*: Abel Waters Wells^1,2 b. 23 Nov 1807, d. Mar 1877
• Mother*: Hannah Cass b. 3 Apr 1808, d. a 1880

• Reference: W243 ID012

• Birth*: 9 July 1851; prob., Sand Creek, Scott Co., Minnesota, USA^1,2
• (Groom) Marriage*: 10 April 1876; Chaska, Carver Co., Minnesota, USA; Bride=Clara A _____^1,2
• (Deceased) Death*: 24 January 1936; Morris, Stevens Co., Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Death Index, 1908-2002
  about Harry H. Wells
  Name: Harry H. Wells
  Death Date: 24 Jan 1936
  Death County: Stevens
  State File Number: 016744
  Certificate Number: 016744
  Certificate Year: 1936
  Record Number: 717053
  ^1,2

• Name Variation: Henry H Wells
• (Household Member) Census: 1870; St Joseph, Berrien Co., Michigan, USA;
  1870 United States Federal Census
  about Abel W Wells
  Name: Abel W Wells
  Birth Year: abt 1840
  Age in 1870: 30
  Birthplace: Canada
  Home in 1870: Saint Joseph, Berrien, Michigan
  Race: White
  Gender: Male
  Value of real estate: View image
  Post Office: Saint Joseph
  Household Members: Name Age
  Abel W Wells 30
  Lorina Wells 25
  Hannah Wells 62
  Harmaney Wells 19
  Leicester Olds 69
  Emma Olds 59
  
  ; Head of Household=Abel Waters Wells
• (Head of Household) Census: 1880; Morris, Stevens Co., Minnesota, USA;
  1880 United States Federal Census
  about Clara A. Wells
  Name: Clara A. Wells
  Home in 1880: Morris, Stevens, Minnesota
  Age: 27
  Estimated Birth Year: abt 1853
  Birthplace: Pennsylvania
  Relation to Head of Household: Wife
  Spouse's Name: Henry H.
  Father's birthplace: Saxony
  Mother's birthplace: Saxony
  Neighbors: View others on page
  Occupation: Keeping House
  Marital Status: Married
  Race: White
  Gender: Female
  House Number: 8118183
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  Henry H. Wells 29
  Clara A. Wells 27
  Amy A. Wells 2
  Henry Wolff 22
  Achie A. Stone 26
  William J. Morris 30
  Ida Morris 20
  Beatrice Morris 1M
  Celia Muin 16
  Hannah Wells 72
  
  ; Household Member=Hannah Cass, Household Member=Clara A _____, Household Member=Amy A Wells
• (Head of Household) Census*: 1 June 1880; Morris, Stevens Co., Minnesota, USA^3,1,2