N. D. Buxton, who devotes his time and energies to agricultural pursuits, was born in Bedford township, Coshocton county, Ohio, September 8, 1867, his parents being Noah Washington and Hannah (Mikesell) Buxton. The father, whose birth occurred on the old Buxton homestead in Perry township, was reared in this county and throughout his active business career carried on farming in Perry and Bedford townships. The success which crowned his efforts was attributable entirely to his untiring industry and sound judgment and at the time of his demise he owned one hundred and eighty-seven acres of rich and productive land, while his estate was valued approximately ten thousand dollars. In politics he was a democrat, while his religious faith was indicated by his membership in the Methodist Episcopal church, in the work of which he took an active and helpful interest. He was highly respected and esteemed by all who knew him and when he was called to his final rest the county mourned the loss of one of its worthy and honored native sons. His marriage was celebrated in Perry township, Coshocton county, his wife being a native of that place.
Unto Noah Washington and Hannah (Mikesell) Buxton were born seven children, namely: Jacob who follows farming in Perry township; George McClelland, deceased; N. D., of this review; W. W., residing on the old homestead; Mary Vernora, who has also passed away; Francis Marion, an agriculturalist of Bedford township; and Sarah Ann, the wife of G. O. Hains, who follows farming near Coshocton. Following the death of her first husband, Mrs. Buxton was again married, her second union being with William Teal, and subsequent to his demise she wedded William Clark, a farmer of Perry township, Coshocton county. She is still living here and the circle of her friends is almost coextensive with the circle of her acquaintances.

N. D. Buxton obtained his education in the district schools of Perry township and remained under the parental roof until 1889, when he began farming on his own account in Perry township, being thus successfully engaged until 1901. He then located on a farm of eighty-four acres just across the line in Bedford township, in which he owns a two-thirds interest. His landed holdings likewise include ninety acres in Perry township and in the conduct of his agricultural interests has gained that measure of success which is ever the reward of earnest, persistent and well directed labor. The many substantial improvements which are found on the property stand as monuments to his thrift and enterprise and he is well entitled to representation among the progressive and prosperous farmers of the community.

On the 28th of April, 1888, Mr. Buxton was united in marriage to Miss Mina May Stewart, a native of Perry township, by whom he had six children: Howard Glen, deceased; a twin of Howard Glen who died in infancy; Leo Ross and Bessie Vernon, at home; another child who died in infancy; and Rolla Raymond, who has also passed away.

Mr. Buxton gives his political allegiance to the men and measures of the democracy, acted as assessor of Perry township for two years and did valuable services as a member of the school board. He belongs to the Methodist Episcopal church, in which he is serving as trustee and class leader, and his wife is also a helpful member of the church. Mr. and Mrs. Buxton are well known and highly esteemed throughout the county in which they have spent their entire lives, having ever displayed those sterling traits of character which in every land and clime win admiration and regard.
 

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