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JOHN SCHAUER, farmer; P. O. Troy. Mr. John Schauer came from Greene to Miami Co. in 1865, and we find him living on a fine farm three and a half miles west of Troy, on the Newton Pike; he is a practical farmer, the neatness of his surroundings giving evidence of his prosperity; he was born in Greene Co., Ohio, July 21, 1821, being the eldest son of Samuel and Catharine Schauer; in his 17th year, he commenced clerking in his father’s store, in Byron, Ohio, and continued with him until, in 1846, he purchased the stock and carried on the business (associated part of the time with a partner) for fifteen years. He made a visit to the home of Rev. John Lehman, his former Pastor, who had removed to Lancaster, Penn.; one evening, while taking a drive over the country, they stopped at the home of Mr. Jacob Bope for the purpose of resting and having a chat with the minister’s friends; Mr. Bope had a very interesting family, and John became infatuated with the eldest daughter, Maria; their friendship ripened into love, and after a limited correspondence, they were married June 14, 1849, at the residence of the bride’s parents; his beloved Pastor, Rev. John Lehman, pronounced the magic words that linked together two loving hearts, whose after life gave evidence of their adaptation for each other; they made their home in Byron until Mr. Schauer disposed of his goods; the close confinement of the mercantile business telling rapidly upon his health, he was obliged to seek some other occupation; in 1855, he commenced tilling his father’s farm, and continued doing so three years, when he purchased 80 acres west of Stillwater, which was his residence for seven years; this farm was then disposed of, and Pearson’s farm rented for five years; purchasing the fine farm of 130 acres upon which he now resides; he has erected a splendid house and otherwise improved it, until it ranks among the most attractive places in the township. Mr. Schauer is a self-made man, having but $500 when he came to Miami Co., owing to the dishonesty of those with whom he was associated in business; seven children were the result of their union, of whom five are now living— Virgil C., Claudius F., Augusta C., Edwin M., Samuel J., Esta H. and Clara E.; the children have had the benefits of a liberal education, and are all very fair musicians; Mrs. Schauer, who was called to the spirit-land July 7, 1877, was a kind wife, a loving mother, and her loss was keenly felt; since her death, the household affairs have been superintended by Miss Clara, who is a model house keeper. Mr. Schauer has a very good family library, and is a great reader; he is especially well posted upon agricultural topics, and is withal a pleasant and social gentleman.