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Age given as 18, some what different from the other data.
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Age listed as 20, some what different from the other data.
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Originally of New York. 1856 Census gives birthplace as Vermont.
In Illinois, they lived for a time near Jacobstown (Jacobsville) between Mt. Carroll and Savanna, Illinois. http://genealogytrails.com/ill/carroll/carrollcityjacobstown.html
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A merchant.
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Adam's widow is found in Lincoln Co, Ky tax records for the first time on 27 June 1787. Jane/Jean Jackman is found continually on the list up through 1811, the last year for which Dawood has tax records. The tax record was for 90/100 acres on Hackins/Hawkins/Hockens/Hockings Branch of the Dix River. Per Riherd, Jane was appointed Administrator of Adam Jackman's estate on April 17, 1781. Listed in Mason County, Ky Deed Book O, page 86, March 14, 1814. Appears in Lincoln county Ky census for Ky, 1800. Appears in 1790 Ky Census, Lincoln County.
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Purchased several parcels of land in the neighborhood of the McCallisters in Knox County in 1835 and 1836.
Came to Oregon 3 Sep 1853, located in Lane county.
D. B. CARTWRIGHT--"This early pioneer of the Siuslaw valley and the original proprietor of the "Mountain House," a hostelry known far and near, was born in Syracuse, New York, February 7, 1814. He was one of those intrepid frontiersmen that took part in the famous Black Hawk war of 1832--under Major Butler. In 1853, he came to Oregon, settled in the beautiful vale above named where he conducted the hotel and stage station until his death on July 29, 1875. He lies buried in the Odd Fellows cemetery at Salem. Mr. Cartwright in life was one of the most respected of the pioneers of Lane county; in death his memory is cherished by the many friends he left behind him."
Walling, Illustrated History of Lane County, p. 482
BIOGRAPHICAL:
"One of Lane County's most historic, most well-preserved and architecturally charming houses is that known as the Cartwright place or Mountain House Hotel. It is located on the Old West Side3 Territorial Road three miles south of Lorane, Oregon, and it has been the property of Mr. and Mrs. Eldon Thompson for many years. It was built in 1853 by Darius B. Cartwright. Dee, as he was familiarly known, was born near Syracuse, New York, February 1814. In 1832 he served in the Black Hawk War. Some years later, his family moved to Illinois. Here a brother, Barton, became a Methodist circuit rider who saw to it that his family had educational opportunities, one son becoming an early-day judge. Darius B. Cartwright, with his wife and several children, left Illinois for the gold rush in California in 1849. Sometime later they pressed on to Oregon, remaining for a time near what is now Medford. In 1853 the family took 530 acres near what is now Lorane and called the location Cartwright. Upon this beautiful site was built the first home which was also to serve as a stagecoach inn, the official stop between Portland and San Francisco; a post office, Mr. Cartwright being postmaster; and a telegraph station. One of the first messages received over these wires during the Civil Was was of the assassination of President Lincoln." "Darius Cartwright stayed on as postmaster until his death on July 29, 1875. He was buried in the Odd Fellows Cemetery in Salem, Oregon, where a son killed by Indians also lies."
Doorways Into History, by Josephine Evans Harpham, p. 12-13
DISCREPANCY - In Doorways to History, Josephine Evans Harpham states that the family left Illinois in 1849 - but the family is found in Knox Co., Illinois in the 1850 Census record. In additon, D.B. and N.M Cartwright have 6 children who are buried in the McCallister Cemetery (Knox Co., Illinois) between Aug 1845 and Aug 1852. The family had arrived in Oregon by September of 1853 (Oregon Donation Land Claim records).
"DEATH OF MR. D. B. CARTWRIGHT
Died in Eugene City on Thursday morning July 29th, after protracted illness, Mr. Darius Bates Cartwright, aged 60 years 5 months, and 21 days. The deceased was a native of New York State, and was born February 8, 1814. In the year 1832, he removed to Illinois, where he was converted and joined the M.E. Church in 1835. In 1836 he was married in Knoxville, Illinois, to his now bereaved widow. Of the fruit of this union but two children survive - Mrs. Katie Russell and Mrs. Mary Cartwright, both of Sinelan [Suislaw], Lane County, Oregon.
In 1853 Mr. Cartwright removed with his family to Oregon and settled at the foot of the Calipooia Mountains where he continued to reside until his death. The deceased was above the medium height--a plain, substantial, good man, who aimed always to do right. By his industry, economy and good management, Bro. Cartwright has succeeded well in his worldly business. He was thoughtful, studious, cheerful, and sociable. Often had he offered substantial relief to persons in want, especially itinerant ministers.
Two days before his death there occurred a remarkable instance of answer to prayer. He seemed to feel that his wife and children were not willing to let him depart, and this gave him some uneasiness. His wife observing this, solicited two or three friends to join with her in secret prayer, he knowing nothing about it, that all might be resigned to his death. It was but a few hours until all was changed. With a countenance radiant with joy, he told his wife that he knew prayer had been offered for him, for, said he, "I am floating in glory." The expression was unusual, but did not more than indicate his rich experience of the divine favor until all consciousness ceased.
The funeral of Bro. Cartwright took place in Salem on Friday afternoon last, the order of the Grangers of which he had been a highly honored and useful member, taking an active part in the services. After a brief discourse in the M. E. church, delivered by the writer, the remains of our beloved friend were conveyed to the Odd Fellows Cemetery and placed beside those of his two sons. Requiescat in pace. "-- 5 Aug 1875, Pacific Christian Advocate