M. S. Darrah, sec. 15; P.O., New Saleni; was born in this county in 1839, and is the son of John and Elizabeth Darrah; his father was a native of Ohio, and his mother of Pennsylvania. Except 10 years in Champaign County, this State, the subject of this sketch has always resided in this county. His occupation is that of a farmer, and he owns 120 acres, his residence being on sec. 15. Oct. 25. 1865, he married Maggie M. Hooper, who is also a native of this county, and they have 5 children,—Gertie, deceased; Gracie, deceased; Franklin, Freddie, Mary G. Mr. and Mrs. D. are members of the M. E. Church. Mr. D. served 3 months in the war, in the regiment band, and was discharged on account of bleeding at the lungs.

History of Pike County Chapman & Co. 1880 (People/ Towns / Religion/ )