John S. Forrar
John S. Forrar, Dealer in General Merchandise, Swander’s Crossing.
Mr. Forrar, son of Jacob Forrar, was born in Montgomery County, Ohio, January 17, 1840, and came with his parents to Shelby County in 1841. On the 18th day of February, 1864, he married Miss Sarah J. Waltz, of Montgomery County, Ohio, born January 19, 1845. They have nine children, five sons and four daughters. In 1870 he engaged in the mercantile business at Swander’s Crossing, which he has since been conducting, dealing in drygoods, groceries, notions, etc. June 1, 1877, he was appointed agent for the D. & M. R. R., which position he is now filling. In 1872 he was elected clerk of Franklin Township, and has been re-elected each year.
From History of Shelby County, Ohio; R. Sutton & Co, Philadelphia PA, 1883