HARVEY MATHER

    Harvey Mather, a farmer, was born in June 1820, in Delaware County, Ohio.  His parents were Increase Mather, a native of New Jersey and Anna Mather.  When about three years of age, with them he came to Union County.  He was reared to man's estate on a farm and received the rudiments of an English education in a district school. In November 1840, he married Miss Jane Dysert daughter of John and Mary Dysert.  This union has been blessed with seven children, viz.: Daniel D., John D., Oliver B., Mieton M., Aaron A., Mary L. and Thomas J. (deceased ).  In 1849, Mr. Mather settled in Jackson Township, near where he now lives.  He has served as Justice of the peace in Jackson Township for fifteen years.  He is a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church and the owner of 120 acres of land.  As an agriculturist, he has been successful, owing to his industry and judicious management.