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ALBERT WHITE, grocer, Ripley. Mr. White began business in this city in 1866, opening on Main street, near the river. Subsequently, he entered into partnership with Mr. Devore, which firm continued until the spring of 1879, when the company dissolved, and Mr. White established himself in his present location, and is in the enjoyment of a well-earned trade. He was born in Clermont County, Ohio, in 1844, and is the youngest son of George B. and Elizabeth (Evans) White. He was a native of England and a graduate of Cambridge College, near London. He practiced law until he received a commission from King George as Chaplain in the English Army, in which he served on the Island of Madras. At the close of his service, he set sail to America and located in Clermont County in 1843. Ho came to Ripley in 1848. and engaged in teaching school, which he followed until his death in 1851. Soon after his death, our subject entered the printing office of the Ohio State Journal at Columbus, Ohio, and remained two years. In 1864, he enlisted in the Fourth Ohio Independent Cavalry, and served until the close of the war. He participated at the battle of Atlanta July 21, and was assigned to McPherson’s escort, and joined Sherman on his march to the sea. He was married in 1874 to Miss Mary Kendle, a native of this county, to whom were born three children; one son, Frank, is living. She died in December, 1880, and he was again united to a sister, Sarah Kendle. Both were daughters of Leroy J. Kendle, of this county. Mr. White served as Township Treasurer two years, and is a member of the Blue Lodge of Masons. He has always contributed liberally to the Methodist Episcopal Church in which he feels an interest, and in all things pertaining to the advancement of religion and education.