Other spouses: CATHERINE BURT, MARTHA DRAKE
Birth25 Oct 1833, NY9949
Death3 Oct 1910, age: 769950
BurialArgo Cemetery, Argo Gay, Carroll Co. IL9942
FlagsGen #9
(Joseph, William Pitt, (William, William, Ichabod, Isaac, Thomas, Robert). Son of Joseph Cushman and Perces (Phillips) Cushman. Note this is only son among many daughters, by two women. Fine biography appears in History of Carroll County. Came from NY state to York township IL in June 1853. In 1804, he enlisted from York township, in the One Hundred and Forty-sixth Illnois Volunteer Infantry, and served faithfully until the close of the war. He was on guard at Springfield when President Lincoln was assassinated, and as he held the rank of sergeant, participated in the funeral of the martyred president9950 .
From: Historical Encyclopedia of Illinois and Carroll County, Vol 2, edited by Newton Bateman, Paul Selby and Charles L. Hostetter. Chicago, Munsell Publishing Co., 1913, p. 7669950
History of Carroll County.
CUSHMAN, Josiah B. (deceased).— Fifty years ago the greatest conflict this country will ever know, was precipitated upon the people. Brother was pitted against brother. Thousands went forth to battle for what conscience dictated. At this distance it is difficult for the present generation to appreciate what the victory cost the country, for all did not die upon the battle field, nor from the immediate effects of exposure. The true cost of the war can never be given, for countless lives were shortened, and as many homes laid desolate because of premature deaths. Some of the bravest veterans of this mighty struggle have passed away, especially In Carroll county, who might still be with their loved ones had they not been prompted by a sense of duty and true patriotism to offer up their health and strength and risk their lives in the cause they loved. One of those who are tenderly remembered not only as former soldiers, but for civic virtues as well, is the late Josiah B. Cushman, for many years associated with the history of Mt. Carroll. The birth of Josiah B. Cushman occurred in New York state, October 25, 1833, he being a son of Joseph apd Persis (Philips) Cushman. The father was born in Vermont, Jauary 28, 1800. Growing up in his native state, Josiah B. Cushmau received but scanty educational advantages, but made the most of what he had, and was ever willing to learn from experience and observation. In June, 1853, he came to Illinois, locating first in York township. At one time he was associated in business with a partner, under the name of the Thompson & Neal Machine Works, and transferred this plant to Mt Carroll. Later he went to Harvey, 111., and worked there for a couple of years, when he returned to Mt. Carroll, and worked In the village until his retirement several years prior to his death, which event occurred October 3, 1910, when he was seventy-seven years old. In 1864, he enlisted from York township, in the One Hundred and Forty-sixth HHnois Volunteer Infantry, and served faithfully until the close of the war. He was on guard at Springfield when President Lincoln was assassinated, and as he held the rank of sergeant, participated in the funeral of the martyred president. His commanding officer being Captain Lengle. On June 2, 1866, Mr. Cushman was united in marriage with Ellen A. Tomlinson, daughter of Charles and Eliza (Atherton) Tomlinson, natives pf New York state. Mr. Tomlinson came to Illinois in 1836 or 1837, and was a farmer until his death, in 1!)01. his wife dying in the same year. Mrs. Cushman has one sister, Mrs. William Neal, of Mt. Carroll. Mrs. Cushman was educated in Mt. Carroll, and was a teacher for a short time prior to her marriage. When she was only fifteen years old, she joined tie Christian church, and has continued faithful to its teachings ever since. Mrs. Cushman owns forty acres of land, and a beautiful residence, the whole Vfnag a very valuable property. From the time the Grand Army of the Republic had a post in his vicinity, Mr. Cushman was one of Its enthusiastic members, and enjoyed meeting his old comrades. From the time lie voted for John C. Freemont for president, Mr. Cushman was a Republican. For years he was greatly interested in temperance work, and exerted a beneficial influence with regard to this and other questions looking towards a moral uplift. He was a man widely and favorably known, and had many friends throughout the country of which for so many years he was a useful and prominent resident.
1880 census of Thomson, Carroll, IL shows Josiah Cushman, b. 1834, machinist, and wife Ellen, b. 1845, IL, age 35. Father, Joseph, b. 1800, VT, a Machinist, also in the household. 9941
From: Historical Encyclopedia of Illinois and Carroll County, Vol 2, edited by Newton Bateman, Paul Selby and Charles L. Hostetter. Chicago, Munsell Publishing Co., 1913, p. 7669950
History of Carroll County.
CUSHMAN, Josiah B. (deceased).— Fifty years ago the greatest conflict this country will ever know, was precipitated upon the people. Brother was pitted against brother. Thousands went forth to battle for what conscience dictated. At this distance it is difficult for the present generation to appreciate what the victory cost the country, for all did not die upon the battle field, nor from the immediate effects of exposure. The true cost of the war can never be given, for countless lives were shortened, and as many homes laid desolate because of premature deaths. Some of the bravest veterans of this mighty struggle have passed away, especially In Carroll county, who might still be with their loved ones had they not been prompted by a sense of duty and true patriotism to offer up their health and strength and risk their lives in the cause they loved. One of those who are tenderly remembered not only as former soldiers, but for civic virtues as well, is the late Josiah B. Cushman, for many years associated with the history of Mt. Carroll. The birth of Josiah B. Cushman occurred in New York state, October 25, 1833, he being a son of Joseph apd Persis (Philips) Cushman. The father was born in Vermont, Jauary 28, 1800. Growing up in his native state, Josiah B. Cushmau received but scanty educational advantages, but made the most of what he had, and was ever willing to learn from experience and observation. In June, 1853, he came to Illinois, locating first in York township. At one time he was associated in business with a partner, under the name of the Thompson & Neal Machine Works, and transferred this plant to Mt Carroll. Later he went to Harvey, 111., and worked there for a couple of years, when he returned to Mt. Carroll, and worked In the village until his retirement several years prior to his death, which event occurred October 3, 1910, when he was seventy-seven years old. In 1864, he enlisted from York township, in the One Hundred and Forty-sixth HHnois Volunteer Infantry, and served faithfully until the close of the war. He was on guard at Springfield when President Lincoln was assassinated, and as he held the rank of sergeant, participated in the funeral of the martyred president. His commanding officer being Captain Lengle. On June 2, 1866, Mr. Cushman was united in marriage with Ellen A. Tomlinson, daughter of Charles and Eliza (Atherton) Tomlinson, natives pf New York state. Mr. Tomlinson came to Illinois in 1836 or 1837, and was a farmer until his death, in 1!)01. his wife dying in the same year. Mrs. Cushman has one sister, Mrs. William Neal, of Mt. Carroll. Mrs. Cushman was educated in Mt. Carroll, and was a teacher for a short time prior to her marriage. When she was only fifteen years old, she joined tie Christian church, and has continued faithful to its teachings ever since. Mrs. Cushman owns forty acres of land, and a beautiful residence, the whole Vfnag a very valuable property. From the time the Grand Army of the Republic had a post in his vicinity, Mr. Cushman was one of Its enthusiastic members, and enjoyed meeting his old comrades. From the time lie voted for John C. Freemont for president, Mr. Cushman was a Republican. For years he was greatly interested in temperance work, and exerted a beneficial influence with regard to this and other questions looking towards a moral uplift. He was a man widely and favorably known, and had many friends throughout the country of which for so many years he was a useful and prominent resident.
1880 census of Thomson, Carroll, IL shows Josiah Cushman, b. 1834, machinist, and wife Ellen, b. 1845, IL, age 35. Father, Joseph, b. 1800, VT, a Machinist, also in the household. 9941
FlagsGen #9
(Joseph, William Pitt, (William, William, Ichabod, Isaac, Thomas, Robert). Daughter of Joseph Cushman and Perces (Phillips) Cushman.
Other spouses: CATHERINE BURT, PERCES PHILLIPS
Birth11 Sep 18079912
FlagsGen #8
ChildrenMARY AMADA , 7122 (1842-1844)
WILLIAM PITT , 2576 (1844-)
MARY AMADA , 7123 (1847-)
SYLVANUS DUSTIN , 7124 (1853-)
C.B. , 7125 (ca1858-)
Birth16 Jul 18427206
Birth Memoprobably b. Richfield, OH
Death10 Sep 1844, age: 27206
Death Memoprobably died Richfield, OH
BurialGlendale Cemetery, Akron, Summit Co. OH4350
FlagsGen #9
(William Pitt, William Pitt, William, William, Ichabod, Isaac, Thomas, Robert). Daughter of William Pitt Cushman and Amanda (Blodget) Cushman.