Thomas Mitchell came with the Philadelphia Colony in 1872. Thomas was one of the oldest citizens of his community when he died. He was one of the most highly respected citizens, and his death was a shock to everyone; as he had not been sick, but was quietly sitting in his chair at his home, when suddenly he fell to the floor and was dead before any aid could be rendered him. He left a widow, and four children all grown to manhood and womanhood, as follows: Mrs. Alex Stewart, of Washington, D.C.; Mrs Thomas Mc Carter, of Nebraska, daughters and Moore Mitchell and Edward Mitchell, son. Mr. and Mrs Stewart were apprised of his death by telegram, and they arrived in Mr. Stewart's provate car, he being one of the higest officials of the Southern railroad.
Mr. Mitchell was a veteran of the civil war, having been a member of Co. B, 29th Pennsylvania Infantry, served four years. Rev. B. J. Baxter of the Episcopal Church gave the Interment. Mr. Mitchell will be greatly missed as his long life in this community as a man of the most sterling character made him loved by all.