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Pendry, William H., was born in Hopewell, Ontario county, November, 27. 1815. At the age of fourteen, his mother
having died, he left home and lived with his guardian until he became of age. January 19, 1837, he married Julia
Ann Hanna, and in 1838 came to Albion and bought the George and Edwin Rockwell farm of 125 acres. This farm is
now increased to 240 acres and is one of the best in the county, and Mr. Pendry is known as one of the most successful
farmers. and stock dealers in the region. By his marriage with Julia A. Hanna, these children were born: Eliza
Jane who married George E. Howes; Clark, who died young; Augustus Sawyer, of Florida; Mary A., of Rochester; William
Harrison, jr., who died at five years of age; and Julia, wife of H. L. Bidleman. His first wife died June 23, 1873,
and February 1, 1878, he married Mary A. Lyman. of Barre. During the days of general training, Mr. Pendry was an
ensign in Ontario county, and after coming to Albion continued his former connection. He was also a member of the
general Court martial. He is a strong Republican in politics, and for twelve years has been one of the elders of
the Presbyterian church.
From:
Landmarks of Orleans County, New York
Edited by: Hon. Isaac C. Signor
Assisted by: H. P. Smith and others
D. Mason & Co., Publishers
Syracuse, N. Y. 1894
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