Sanford - William R.
Source: Crawfordsville Weekly Review, June 11, 1881
Mr.
William R. Sanford, is now one of the oldest settlers of Jefferson Twp, Boone
County, Ind. He was born at Harrodsburg, Mercer County, Kentucky the oldest town in
the state on Feb 13, 1794. When that old state was near a wilderness, he came
here, living at the same place 45 years ago that he now owns. Wolves, deer,
bear and wild animals were plenty; old bruin had his home in the swamps and
jungles of the forest. But now all of the species named are extinct. The old
gentlemen belongs to the Old Baptist Church and has been a member for 50 years
and is still steadfast in his faith. He is spry and hearty and can eat and sleep
like a child and is thankful to his God. kbz
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Source: Crawfordsville Journal, May 7, 1887'
William
Sanford an old settler living near Shannondale, died on the 2nd inst. in his 92
year. He leaves a large circle of friends to mourn his loss. His remains were
interred at Shannondale Cemetery on the 3rd Inst.