HADLEY-Charles - Fountain County INGenWeb Project

Charles Hadley, farmer, Harveysburg, is a son of William and Achsa (Osborn) Hadley. William Hadley was b. Jan 6, 1809 in NC and came to Orange County and there married Achsa Osborn. In 1847 they moved to Ft. Co and bought land where he lives. They had 9 children, 4 of whom are living: Charles; Mrs. Martha E. Atkinson; Joseph E. and Melton. Alvin served 6 mo. in the Civil War and d. Aug 16, 1878. he was a member of Co H 150th Ind Vols. Others dec. are: Miles W; Elvit M and two inf. Mr. & Mrs. Hadley are members of the Society of Friends. Charles Hadley, son of the above, was b. June 27, 1845 in Orange County IN. His life has been spent on the farm. He received a common school education, and he has taught for many years during the winter seasons. Leaving his school he enlisted for the Civil War in Feb 1864 and served under Gen Hancock in the last campaign. he returned to the farm, and March 3, 1870 was married to Martha Atkinson daughter ofSamuel & Ruth (Lindley) Atkinson. She was born in Parke County IN Sept 29, 1848. Her parents came from NC. After marr they bought 80 acres of land and have since added 60. His farm is well drained with tile, and produced. in 1880 a year of short crops as high as 70 bushes per acre. He has also improved his farm with good buildings. During late years he has dealt largely in fur. Mr. & Mrs. Hadley have 4 children (not named) he is a strong republican.

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