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Nathaniel Hamlin

Birth	:	13 Mar 1814 Lewis County, Kentucky, USA
Death	:	17 Apr 1897 Audubon County, Iowa, USA
Burial	:	Bethesda Cemetery, Tyrone, Durham Regional Municipality, Canada
Coordinate	:	43.9942860, -78.6954348
Description	:	OBITUARY: THE FIRST SETTLER GONE Written by Henry Franklin Andrews, Audubon Co., Iowa (Note: I have omitted parts of the obituary due to it's size) "Nathaniel Hamlin, familiarly known as "Uncle Natty" Hamlin, died at his home in Exira township, where he had resided since 1851, from paralysis, on Saturday, April 17, at the advanced age of 84 years. It is traditional that his great grand-father, whose name he had forgotten, came from England, and settled in New Jersey; where he had four sons, Nathaniel, John, Richard, and James. The son John Hamlin, was born in Huntington, New Jersey, July 2, 1759; he served through... Read More	OBITUARY: THE FIRST SETTLER GONE Written by Henry Franklin Andrews, Audubon Co., Iowa (Note: I have omitted parts of the obituary due to it's size) "Nathaniel Hamlin, familiarly known as "Uncle Natty" Hamlin, died at his home in Exira township, where he had resided since 1851, from paralysis, on Saturday, April 17, at the advanced age of 84 years. It is traditional that his great grand-father, whose name he had forgotten, came from England, and settled in New Jersey; where he had four sons, Nathaniel, John, Richard, and James. The son John Hamlin, was born in Huntington, New Jersey, July 2, 1759; he served through the revolution and afterward removed to Washington county, Pennsylvania, thence down the Ohio river to the salt works near the present town of Vanceburg, in Lewis county, Kentucky. He married a widow lady named Lard (Laird), by whom he had children, William and Ellen. (Also known as Eleanor) William Hamlin, son of John and the father of "Uncle Natty," was born in New Jersey, and removed with his father to Kentucky. During the War of 1812 he served in Captain Seward's company under Col. Richard Johnson, in the command of Gen. Shelby of Kentucky, and participated in the battle of Thames in Canada, Oct. 5, 1818, where he witnessed the killing of the Indian chief Tecumseh. Mr. Hamlin related to the writer that he had often heard his father describe his service. When men were called for in Kentucky for service in the War of 1812, William Hamlin and his half-brother James, son of his mother by the former marriage, joined the troops of Gen. Shelby to go up into the Lake Erie country; the father, John Hamlin, who was and old campaigner said he would go along to take care of the boys. These troops were mounted. In the Battle of the Thames, Col. Johnson led his men to attack the Indian allies and was resisted by Tecumseh and his followers. A personal combat occurred between Col. Johnson and Tecumseh. William Hamlin related that he was present and witnessed the fight and secured the head dress and pipe of Tecumseh. On this campaign John Hamlin fell sick and his sons conveyed him home on a horse litter. His illness required so much attention of the young men that their personal effects were neglected and the trophies were lost. William Hamlin married Mary Smith and lived in Lewis county, Kentucky, where he died November 25th, 1837. His widow came to this county and resided with "Uncle Natty" and died at the great age of over 100 years. Mrs. Beck and Mrs. Glasgow, sisters, and William P. Hamlin, a brother of "Uncle Natty" formerly lived in this county. After the death of his father the subject of this sketch went to Homer, Illinois, and on April 9, 1840, married Miss Margaret Poage who survives him. In the fall of the year 1844 they removed to Sand Ridge near Trenton, Henry county, Iowa, and the following spring to the extreme northwest part of Mahaska county, where he bought his first farm of 120 acres. Early in 1851, with his brother James, and others, they went to seek new homes in the west part of the state; and visited Council Bluffs, and then went up the Missouri river. Not finding a desirable location they turned homeward, and reached what is now called Troublesome creek, a short distance above it's mouth, and followed the stream up to the spot where Mr. Hamlin has since so long resided. This was in the latter part of March. He staked off his claim which was the first act towards the actual settlement of Audubon county. There he resolved to make his future home and fortune; and to reside the remainder of his life. There was not then a white settler within twenty miles. He hastened to Mahaska county and made preparations for moving. Taking his eldest daughter, Mary, ten years of age, and leaving the family behind; with seven yoke of oxen, wagon and implements for work, started for his claim amongst the wild animals and wilder men. He was accompanied by his brother William and Arthur Decker, without their families. On the way they were joined by John S. Jenkins and his family. On May 6, 1851, the little band of settlers with stout hearts and willing hands, with a bright future before them reaching the claim Mr. Hamlin, and the permanent settlement of Audubon county was accomplished. He at once got to work to build a log cabin near the site of the dwelling where he since lived so many years, and then with the assistance of Mary to drive the team he broke out 42 acres of land, which was planted in sod corn, amongst which were sowed seven acres of buckwheat, and some turnips. Some potatoes were also planted. Then he returned for his family, and on September 13th they arrived at the new home. The season had been favorable and a bountiful crop was secured. In 1852 the mail route from Fort Des Moines to Council Bluffs with a post office at "Hamlin's Grove," was established, thus turning the travel to Pike's Peak and the west to his very door. He cast his first presidential vote for Stephen A. Douglas in 1860. He was appointed by President Taylor as postmaster and served until 1861. On the organization of the county he was elected the first county treasurer and recorder, both offices being then held by one person, and served until 1864. He was a prosperous man, and for many years one of the most prominent and influential citizens. His location on the main route of travel across the state, conducted by the Western Stage Co., which continued until the advent of the railroad, with a station at his place, "Hamlin's Grove" naturally gave him an extensive acquaintance outside of the state. From a modest beginning he increased his estate to about 1400 acres of land; besides giving a large amount of land to his children. During his official career he was assisted in business by Hon. D. M. Harris, A. B. Houston and others, and was at one time agent for most of the non-resident owners of lands of the county and conducted a large part of the real estate business. Before the war, in the hard times when money was not to be had he devised a species of exchange, known as "Hamlin money," being a paper ticket with the denomination written by a pen ornamented with flourishes, the artist being our fellow citizen, Squire Houston of Exira. The name of Hamlin was considered good all over the country for any reasonable amount and the money passed readily. At that period he was interested in every public improvement - the establishment of roads, bridges, school houses, etc. In addition to public affairs he kept the stage station and conducted farming on an extensive scale for those days, he owned part interest in a saw and grist mill, and it was patronized from many miles distant. His large herds of horses and mules roamed over the land between the Troublesome and Crooked creek were noted for their superiority. The new settlers found him ready to encourage and assist them. It was characteristic that he could not resist the appeals for aid, with the result that he was required to pay many thousands of dollars of security debts. On one occasion, within a few years, when temporarily unprepared to meet such an obligation, he gave a note to raise the money for a short time, and then remarked that it was the first time since he had lived in this county that he had ever given his note to borrow money for himself, but that he had given it many times to borrow money for others. In politics Mr. Hamlin was always a strong democrat and faithful to his party allegiance. In all affairs of life he was an honorable, upright man and true to his friends. To this worthy couple were born twelve children; one died in childhood, and a daughter, Mrs. Jane Calph, died in 1894; the remainder survive: Mary, wife of Isaac Thomas; Hannah, wife of Chas. Hawk; Rosa, wife of B. F. Thomas; Malinda, wife of Wm. Radcliff; Susan, wife of John V. Plantz; Clara, wife of J.M. Allen; and sons, William A., Burton, Douglas, Robert. His descendants number nearly 100 persons. His funeral was held at his residence on Monday, April 19th, and was largely attended. His remains were buried in the cemetery near his place." ............. Note: A copy of the younger picture of Nathaniel Hamlin was given to me by Edwin B. Ephrom, Jr. Edwin has the original picture, which was on framed glass similar to the old Daguerreotype method.

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Nathaniel Hamlin's memorial is located at: Bethesda Cemetery, Tyrone, Durham Regional Municipality, Canada.
When did Nathaniel Hamlin death?
Nathaniel Hamlin death on 17 Apr 1897 in Audubon County, Iowa, USA
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Latitude: 43.9942860
Longitude: -78.6954348

Family Members:

Parent

Mary Smith Hamlin

(1786 - 1876)

Spouse

Margaret Terrill Poage Hamlin

(1824 - 1906)

Siblings

Rosanna Hamlin Beck

(1812 - 1900)

Sarah Hamlin Denham

(1818 - 1896)

Christiana Hamlin Glasgow

(1819 - unknow)

Children

Mary Margaret Hamlin Thomas

(1841 - 1910)

Hannah Maria Hamlin Hawk

(1843 - 1926)

Malinda Christine Hamlin Radcliff

(1848 - 1922)

Eliza Angelica Hamlin

(1854 - 1859)

Clarinda H. Hamlin Allen

(1858 - 1949)

Nathaniel Douglas Hamlin

(1860 - 1915)

Fernando Burton Hamlin

(1863 - 1923)

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Nearby Cemetories:

1. Bethesda Cemetery
Tyrone, Durham Regional Municipality, Canada
Coordinate: 43.9942860, -78.6954348

2. Tyrone Pioneer Cemetery
Tyrone, Durham Regional Municipality, Canada
Coordinate: 44.0155400, -78.7164700

3. Lawrence Back Church Cemetery
Clarke, Durham Regional Municipality, Canada
Coordinate: 44.0017800, -78.6591900

4. Trinity Anglican Cemetery
Enniskillen, Durham Regional Municipality, Canada
Coordinate: 44.0173200, -78.7630360

5. Enniskillen Presbyterian Cemetery
Enniskillen, Durham Regional Municipality, Canada
Coordinate: 44.0126330, -78.7686500

6. Orono Cemetery
Orono, Durham Regional Municipality, Canada
Coordinate: 43.9868200, -78.6174700

7. Eldad United Church Cemetery
Solina, Durham Regional Municipality, Canada
Coordinate: 43.9715300, -78.7936400

8. Mount Vernon Episcopal
Solina, Durham Regional Municipality, Canada
Coordinate: 43.9695600, -78.8028500

9. Lawrence Cemetery
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Coordinate: 43.9793555, -78.5795895

10. Bowmanville Cemetery
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Coordinate: 43.9099998, -78.6650009

11. Zion United Church Cemetery
Hampton, Durham Regional Municipality, Canada
Coordinate: 43.9532450, -78.8064600

12. Bethel Methodist Cemetery
Clarke, Durham Regional Municipality, Canada
Coordinate: 43.9353950, -78.5978240

13. McCrea's Cemetery
Pontypool, Kawartha Lakes Municipality, Canada
Coordinate: 44.0738400, -78.6258000

14. Saint George's Anglican Church Cemetery
Newcastle, Durham Regional Municipality, Canada
Coordinate: 43.9136110, -78.6219440

15. Devitt's Family Cemetery
Blackstock, Durham Regional Municipality, Canada
Coordinate: 44.0951680, -78.7563460

16. Ebenezer Cemetery
Courtice, Durham Regional Municipality, Canada
Coordinate: 43.8966100, -78.7708800

17. Lovekin Pioneer Cemetery
Lovekin, Durham Regional Municipality, Canada
Coordinate: 43.9024500, -78.6065900

18. Pontypool Cemetery
Pontypool, Kawartha Lakes Municipality, Canada
Coordinate: 44.1036030, -78.6152610

19. Bond Head Cemetery
Newcastle, Durham Regional Municipality, Canada
Coordinate: 43.9021840, -78.5746440

20. Trull Cemetery
Courtice, Durham Regional Municipality, Canada
Coordinate: 43.8773600, -78.7839500

21. St Mary's Ukrainian Orthodox Cemetery
Oshawa, Durham Regional Municipality, Canada
Coordinate: 43.8900704, -78.8116567

22. Farewell Memorial Cemetery
Oshawa, Durham Regional Municipality, Canada
Coordinate: 43.9035700, -78.8332200

23. St. Woloymyr and St. Olha Cemetery
Courtice, Durham Regional Municipality, Canada
Coordinate: 43.8778104, -78.7917245

24. Cartwright Union Cemetery
Blackstock, Durham Regional Municipality, Canada
Coordinate: 44.1156290, -78.7827680