My Genealogy Hound

BASIL GLAZE, farmer, P. O. Russellville, was born December 17, 1825, in Brown County, Ohio. His parents were James and Mary Glaze. His grandfather was one of the first settlers of Brown County, having settled here at a very early day, when, what is now known as Brown County, presented the appearance of an unbroken forest. He settled near the place at present occupied by the subject of our sketch. Here amid the thrilling scenes of pioneer life, he reared James Glaze, father of our subject, who, when he grew to manhood, married Mary Kinnett, by whom he had ten children; five of whom are still living. James quietly passed away in May, 1862, after devoting a life of usefulness, to both the world and church. He having been a member of the Christian Church. His widow survived him until March, 1875. Basil, the subject of our sketch, was early taught the principles by which a man might become a successful agriculturist, and having put those principles into practice, he has met with abundant success. In his youth, he received but a limited education. In September, 1847, he was united in the bonds of matrimony, to Margaret J. Mineaw, who was born April, 1828. To them have been born two children — Samuel C. and William P. They are both members of the Christian Church. Mr. Glaze is a self-made man, having now about sixty acres of land in his possession, earned by his industry, perseverance and determination to succeed.