William H. Beck
As one who has quietly pursued the "even tenor of his way" for many years in Grant County, William H. Beck, well known to the farming interests of Franklin Township, has spread abroad an influence that can not fail to be productive of good results. He has been a resident of Franklin Township, in Grant County for a considerable period of years, and has gained a wide acquaintance, despite the retiring and gentle nature of the man.
Born in Seneca County, Ohio, on June 22, 1848, he is the son of George Beck and Sarah (Ripley) Beck. The father was a blacksmith by trade, and has plied his craft in Sandusky, where the subject was reared.
Mr. Beck received a fair common school education, and he was in his early manhood when he married Mary. A. Spade, a native daughter of Sandusky. They engaged in farming in the Sandusky district, and after coming to Grant County they rented land and here continued in farming activities. One son was born to Mr. and Mrs. Beck, Roland, who was educated in the public schools and in the Marion Business College. He is now employed as an electrician at the Bradstreet & Water Plant in Marion. Roland Beck is married, and is the father of three children.
Mr. and Mrs. Beck are members of the United Brethren Church, and their son has membership, in a fraternal way, in the Independent Order of Odd Fellows. Father and son give their political allegiance to the Republican Party, and both acquit themselves creditably as citizens of the highest type. They enjoy the friendship of a host of worthy people, and all who know them accord to them their genuine esteem, so marked are their excellent qualities and characteristics.
Submitted by: Gina Reasoner