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CULVER, DR. S. H. for many years a resident of Greene County, was born in Rhode Island, September 26, 1803. His father was David Culver, who was born in the State of Rhode Island in 1758. He was the commander of a vessel during the Revolutionary War; a noted man in his day, who was as well known for his bravery as for his true nobility of character. He held many offices of importance. In his day an extensive business was done in clam fishery. His son, while engaged in this peculiar calling, had waded far beyond his depth; discovering his peril, his father immediately went to the rescue. He was a very powerful man and an excellent swimmer, but both father and son sank never to rise again, and two more victims were added to the long list of those who had perished beneath the broad waters of the Atlantic. The second wife of David Culver was Miss Mary Hill, of Rhode Island. Of nine children born of this marriage, S. H. Culver was the youngest. When but 18 years old, September, 1821, he was married to Miss Polly Madison. Shortly after this important event he moved to Rochester, New York, where he began the study of medicine, under Dr. Smith. In 1823 he joined the M. E. Church, and was licensed to preach the Gospel. In 1831 Dr. Culver came to Greene County, locating west of White Hall, where with but little exception, Dr. C. has been a resident ever since. For 55 years he has been a minister of the Gospel, and an experienced physician. Dr. Culver is a prominent man in our county, who has gained prominence and wealth through industry, economy, and judgment. Of eleven children born of this marriage, but two are living, Alonzo J. and Buell G.