Albert Haigler
Nearly half a century ago there was born in a rude log cabin in Paint township, Fayette county, Ohio, a lad who was christened by his parents as Albert Haigler. They were descended from sturdy pioneers of this country and the son has inherited those sterling characteristics which marked his worthy ancestors. The rude cabin of his boyhood days has given place to a fine home with all the modern conveniences and he is now enjoying life to its fullest extent.
Albert Haigler, the son of Elijah M. and Letitia (Hays) Haigler, was born December 23, 1867, on the farm where he is now living. His father was a native of West Virginia and came to this county when a young man. His parents were John and Phoebe (Skidmore) Haigler. Five children were born to Elijah Haigler and wife: John W., Mrs. Julia Kennedy, Albert. Charles E., and Jennie, the wife of Tod Hunter. The father and mother were both loyal members of the Methodist Episcopal church and are buried in the cemetery at Bloomingburg.
The education of Mr. Haigler was received in the Robuck and Rogers schools in Paint township. He worked on the farm during the summers while in attendance at school during the winter seasons, and has never left the farm where he was born. He has never married and is now living with his tenant on his farm. Mr. Haigler gives his support to the Republican party, but has never been active in political matters, preferring to give his time and attention to his agricultural interests. His farm of one hundred and twenty acres is five miles east of Jeffersonville on the old State road.
From History of Fayette County Ohio - Her People, Industries and Institutions by Frank M. Allen (1914, R. F. Bowen & Company, Inc.)