Hiram Babcock
Abt. 1820-April 1, 1890
Niles Daily Star, Wednesday, April 2, 1890, page 2, col. 1, microfilm Niles District Library
An Old Settler Gone
Hiram Babcock, one of our oldest settlers, died of dropsy of the chest, at his home two miles north of this city, on Tuesday afternoon, a few days over 70 years old. Mr. Babcock was an honest, upright citizen, "whose word was as good as his bond." He was a prominent member and officer of the Baptist church here, and was highly esteemed for his probity and strong, uncompromising Christian character. The funeral will take place at his late residence on Thursday.
Niles Republican, Thursday, April 3, 1890, page 4, col. 3, microfilm Niles District Library
Hiram Babcock, an old settler, died of dropsy of the chest, at this home, two miles from the city, on Tuesday in his 71st year. Mr. Babcock was an excellent citizen, a Christian gentleman, and a prominent officer in the Baptist church. His funeral takes place to-day from his late residence.