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ENOCH OROHOOD, mechanic, Arrowsmith. The subject of this sketch was born in Virginia June 1, 1828; remained with his parents until 19 years of age; emigrated to Union Co., Ohio; came from Ohio, in 1849, to Sangamon Co.. this State, and remained until 1850; then to Christian Co., where he remained until 1852; moved to Bloomington on the 13th day of November, 1852. Was previously married in Ohio, to Anna Brown, Aug. 15, 1849 ; she was born in Cumberland Co., Penn., Dec. 1, 1829. They are the parents of ten children — Edwin L., Enoch W., Anna B., Eva, Nellie F. and Colun R.; deceased — Mary K., who died Feb. 2, 1856; James L., who died Feb. 21, 1864; Charles, who died in 1868; Joseph M , who died July 4, 1872. Mr. Orohood held the office of City Alderman, in the city of Clinton. His father was in the war of 1812. Mr. Orohood carried on the business of manufacturing buggies, wagons and plows, very extensively in Clinton, Ill., for twelve years, being a natural mechanic, and gave good satisfaction during that time. He is well read on general subjects.