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     Martha Buck was born on Thursday, 26 April 1827 at Whitesboro, Oneida County, New York.¹
     At age 15, Martha Buck married Samuel Royce, age 24 on Wednesday, 19 April 1843 at Oberlin, Lorain County, Ohio.¹ Martha Royce (given age 24) was listed as a household member living with Samuel Royce (given age 32) on the 1850 Census on 25 September 1850 at Henrietta Township, Lorain County, Ohio.² Martha P. Royce (given age 37) was listed as a household member living with Samuel Royce (given age 42) on the 1860 Census on 20 June 1860 Oberlin, Lorain County, Ohio.³ Martha Royce (given age 45) was listed as a household member living with Sam'l Royce (given age 52) on the 1870 Census on 22 June 1870 Oberlin, Lorain County, Ohio.⁴ Martha P. Royce (given age 56) was listed as the wife of Samuel Royce (given age 61) on the 1880 Census recorded 5 June 1880 at 18 West College Street, Oberlin, Lorain County, Ohio.⁵
     Her husband, Samuel, died on 11 January 1888 Oberlin, Lorain County, Ohio, at age 69, leaving Martha as a widow.¹
     Martha died on 14 February 1900 Oberlin, Lorain County, Ohio, at age 72.¹

     Samuel Royce was born on Tuesday, 21 July 1818 at Clinton, Oneida County, New York.¹
     At age 24, Samuel Royce married Martha Buck, age 15, daughter of Chester Buck and Sally Briggs, on Wednesday, 19 April 1843 at Oberlin, Lorain County, Ohio.¹
     The 1850 US Census enumerated him as Samuel Royce (given age 32), the head of household at Henrietta Township, Lorain County, Ohio, on 25 September 1850. Martha Royce (given age 24) and Caul Royce (given age 2) were listed as household members. Samuel was employed as a Shoe Maker.²
     The 1860 US Census enumerated him as Samuel Royce (given age 42), the head of household Oberlin, Lorain County, Ohio, on 20 June 1860. Martha P. Royce (given age 37), Covell C. Royce (given age 12), Adele N. Royce (given age 9) and Emilie J. Royce (given age 5) were listed as household members. Samuel was employed as a Shoemaker.³
     The 1870 US Census enumerated him as Sam'l Royce (given age 52), the head of household Oberlin, Lorain County, Ohio, on 22 June 1870. Martha Royce (given age 45), Adel Royce (given age 19) and Amelia Royce (given age 17) were listed as household members. Sam'l was employed as a Shoe Manufacturer.⁴
     The 1880 US Census enumerated him as Samuel Royce (given age 61), the head of household at 18 West College Street, Oberlin, Lorain County, Ohio, on 5 June 1880. Also living in the household were his wife, Martha P. Royce (given age 56), his daughter, Adell N. Royce (given age 29) . Samuel was employed as a Retired Merchant.⁵
     Samuel died on 11 January 1888 Oberlin, Lorain County, Ohio, at age 69 leaving Martha as a widow.¹

     Covell Chester Royce was born on Saturday, 8 April 1848 at Seneca, Lenawee County, Michigan.¹ Caul Royce (given age 2) was listed as a household member living with Samuel Royce (given age 32) on the 1850 Census on 25 September 1850 at Henrietta Township, Lorain County, Ohio.² Covell C. Royce (given age 12) was listed as a household member living with Samuel Royce (given age 42) on the 1860 Census on 20 June 1860 at Oberlin, Lorain County, Ohio.³
     At age 27, Covell Chester Royce married Mary Jane Godley, age 23, daughter of Joseph Godley and Elizabeth (?), on Thursday, 20 May 1875.¹
     The 1880 US Census enumerated him as Covell C. Royce (given age 32), the head of household at Escanaba, Delta County, Michigan, on 11 June 1880. Also living in the household were his wife, Mary Royce (given age 27), his sons, Eugene Royce (given age 2) and Frederick Royce (given age 1), his brother-in-law, Wiliam Godley (given age 19) . Covell was employed as a Banker.⁴
     The 1900 US Census enumerated him as Covel C. Royce (given age 50), the head of household at 504 Harrison Street, Escanaba, Delta County, Michigan, on 14 June 1900. Also living in the household was his wife, Mary J. Royce (given age 44), his sons, Eugene G. Royce (given age 22) and Frederick F. Royce (given age 21), his daughter, Adele E. Royce (given age 19), his mother-in-law, Elizabeth Godley (given age 75) . Covel was employed as a Cashier at a National Bank.⁵
     The 1910 US Census enumerated him as Cover C. Royce (given age 63), the head of household at 514 Ogden Avenue, Escanaba, Delta County, Michigan, on 19 April 1910. Also living in the household were his wife, Mary J. Royce (given age 55), his son, Fred F. Royce (given age 31) . Cover had his Own Income.⁶
     The 1920 US Census enumerated him as Covell Royce (given age 72), the head of household Escanaba, Delta County, Michigan, on 14 March 1920. Also living in the household was his wife, Mary Royce (given age 67). Covell was Retired from Business.⁷
     Covell Chester died on 20 July 1922 Escanaba, Delta County, Michigan, at age 74.¹

     Mary Jane Godley was born on Saturday, 29 November 1851 at New York.¹
     At age 23, Mary Jane Godley married Covell Chester Royce, age 27, son of Samuel Royce and Martha Buck, on Thursday, 20 May 1875.¹ Mary Royce (given age 27) was listed as the wife of Covell C. Royce (given age 32) on the 1880 Census recorded 11 June 1880 at Escanaba, Delta County, Michigan.² Mary Royce (given age 32) was listed as a household member living with Joseph Godley (given age 66) on the 1885 Kansas State Census on 1 March 1885 at Osborne, Osborne County, Kansas.³ Mary J. Royce (given age 44) was listed as the wife of Covel C. Royce (given age 50) on the 1900 Census recorded 14 June 1900 at 504 Harrison Street, Escanaba, Delta County, Michigan.⁴
     Mary Jane died on 14 June 1900 Escanaba, Delta County, Michigan, at age 48.¹ She was listed as the wife of Cover C. Royce (given age 63) on the 1910 Census recorded 19 April 1910 at 514 Ogden Avenue, Escanaba, Delta County, Michigan.⁵ Mary Royce (given age 67) was listed as the wife of Covell Royce (given age 72) on the 1920 Census recorded 14 March 1920 Escanaba, Delta County, Michigan.⁶

     Eugene Godley Royce was born on Thursday, 9 August 1877 at Escanaba, Delta County, Michigan, son of Covell C. Royce and Mary Goldy.² He was listed as the son of Covell C. Royce (given age 32) on the 1880 Census recorded 11 June 1880 Escanaba, Delta County, Michigan.³ Eugene Royce (given age 8) was listed as a household member living with Joseph Godley (given age 66) on the 1885 Kansas State Census on 1 March 1885 at Osborne, Osborne County, Kansas.⁴ Eugene G. Royce (given age 22) was listed as the son of Covel C. Royce (given age 50) on the 1900 Census recorded 14 June 1900 at 504 Harrison Street, Escanaba, Delta County, Michigan. He was employed as a Bookeeper in a Bank.⁵
     Eugene Godley Royce married Angeline C. (?) in 1906.¹
     The 1910 US Census enumerated him as Eugene G. Royce (given age 30), the head of household at 624 Michigan Avenue, Escanaba, Delta County, Michigan, on 18 April 1910. Also living in the household were his wife, Angeline Royce (given age 28), his daughter, Etheldel Royce (given age 3) . Eugene was employed as a Cashier at a Bank.⁶
     Eugene Godley Royce (given age 41) registered for the World War I civilian draft on 12 September 1918, while residing Escanaba, Delta County, Michigan. Mrs. E. G. Royce was named as his nearest relative. Eugene was employed as an Assistant Cashier by the First National Bank of Escanaba.⁷
     The 1920 US Census enumerated him as Eugene G. Royce (given age 41), the head of household Escanaba, Delta County, Michigan, on 11 March 1920. Also living in the household were his wife, Angeline Royce (given age 37), his daughters, Ethladel Royce (given age 13), Ruth Lynne Royce (given age 8) and Jean Elaine Royce (given age 5) . Eugene was employed as a Cashier at the First National Bank.⁸
     The 1930 US Census enumerated him as Eugene G. Royce (given age 53), the head of household at 624 Lake Shore Drive, Escanaba, Delta County, Michigan, on 8 April 1930. Also living in the household were his wife, Angeline C. Royce (given age 47), his daughters, Etheladle Royce (given age 22), Ruth L. Royce (given age 18) and Jean E. Royce (given age 15) . Eugene was employed as the Assistant Cashier at a Bank.⁹
     Eugene Godley died on 8 April 1930 Escanaba, Delta County, Michigan, at age 52.¹

     Angeline C. (?) was born on Thursday, 6 April 1882 at Preble, Cortland County, New York.¹
     Angeline C. (?) married Eugene Godley Royce, son of Covell Chester Royce and Mary Jane Godley, in 1906.¹ Angeline Royce (given age 28) was listed as the wife of Eugene G. Royce (given age 30) on the 1910 Census recorded 18 April 1910 at 624 Michigan Avenue, Escanaba, Delta County, Michigan.² Mrs. E. G. Royce was named as the nearest relative of Eugene Godley Royce (given age 41) on his WWI draft registration on 12 September 1918 Escanaba, Delta County, Michigan.³ Angeline Royce (given age 37) was listed as the wife of Eugene G. Royce (given age 41) on the 1920 Census recorded 11 March 1920 Escanaba, Delta County, Michigan.⁴
     Angeline C. died say 1930 at Escanaba, Delta County, Michigan.¹ She was listed as the wife of Eugene G. Royce (given age 53) on the 1930 Census recorded 8 April 1930 at 624 Lake Shore Drive, Escanaba, Delta County, Michigan.⁵

     Jean E Royce was born say 1915 at Escanaba, Delta County, Michigan.¹ She was listed as the daughter of Eugene G. Royce (given age 41) on the 1920 Census recorded 11 March 1920 at 624 Michigan Avenue, Escanaba, Delta County, Michigan.² Jean E. Royce (given age 15) was listed as the daughter of Eugene G. Royce (given age 53) on the 1930 Census recorded 8 April 1930 at 624 Lake Shore Drive, Escanaba, Delta County, Michigan.³
     Jean E Royce married John Samuel Bland.
     Jean E died say 1930.¹

     Frederick Franklin Royce was born on Tuesday, 24 December 1878 at Escanaba, Delta County, Michigan.^2,3 He was listed as the son of Covell C. Royce (given age 32) on the 1880 Census recorded 11 June 1880 Escanaba, Delta County, Michigan.⁴ Frederick Royce (given age 6) was listed as a household member living with Joseph Godley (given age 66) on the 1885 Kansas State Census on 1 March 1885 at Osborne, Osborne County, Kansas.⁵ Frederick F. Royce (given age 21) was listed as the son of Covel C. Royce (given age 50) on the 1900 Census recorded 14 June 1900 at 504 Harrison Street, Escanaba, Delta County, Michigan. He was employed as a Clerk in a Bank.⁶ Fred F. Royce (given age 31) was listed as the son of Cover C. Royce (given age 63) on the 1910 Census recorded 19 April 1910 at 514 Ogden Avenue, Escanaba, Delta County, Michigan. He was employed as a Bookeeper in a Bank.⁷
     Frederick Franklin Royce married Mona L. Burtch say 1915.¹
     Frederick Franklin Royce (given age 39) registered for the World War I civilian draft on 12 September 1918, while residing at 420 Wells Street, Escanaba, Delta County, Michigan. Mona L. Royce was named as his nearest relative. Frederick was employed as a Bookeeper by the First National Bank of Escanaba.²
     The 1920 US Census enumerated him as Fred Royce (given age 41), the head of household at 426 Fifth Street, Escanaba, Delta County, Michigan, on 8 January 1920. Also living in the household were his wife, Mona Royce (given age 27), his daughter, Winifred Royce (given age 1 years 7 months) . Fred was employed as an Accountant at a Bank.⁸
     The 1930 US Census enumerated him as Fred L. Royce (given age 51), the head of household at 228 South 4th Street, Escanaba, Delta County, Michigan, on 19 April 1930. Also living in the household were his wife, Mona Royce (given age 40), his son, Covell Royce (given age 10), his daughter, Winifred Royce (given age 11) . Fred was employed as a Clerk at a Bank.⁹
     Frederick Franklin died on 11 November 1955 at San Diego County, California, at age 76 leaving Mona L. as a widow.³

     Mona L. Burtch was born on Tuesday, 8 April 1890 at Michigan.¹
     Mona L. Burtch married Frederick Franklin Royce, son of Covell Chester Royce and Mary Jane Godley, say 1915.² Mona L. Royce was named as the nearest relative of Frederick Franklin Royce (given age 39) on his WWI draft registration on 12 September 1918 at 420 Wells Street, Escanaba, Delta County, Michigan.³ Mona Royce (given age 27) was listed as the wife of Fred Royce (given age 41) on the 1920 Census recorded 8 January 1920 at 426 Fifth Street, Escanaba, Delta County, Michigan.⁴
     Mona L. died say 1930 at Escanaba, Delta County, Michigan.² She was listed as the wife of Fred L. Royce (given age 51) on the 1930 Census recorded 19 April 1930 at 228 South 4th Street, Escanaba, Delta County, Michigan.⁵
     Her husband, Frederick, died on 11 November 1955 at San Diego County, California, at age 76, leaving Mona L. as a widow.¹
     Mona L. died on 24 February 1972 San Diego County, California, at age 81.¹

     Covel Chester Royce was born on Sunday, 25 January 1920 at Escanaba, Delta County, Michigan.^2,3 He was listed as the son of Fred L. Royce (given age 51) on the 1930 Census recorded 19 April 1930 at 228 South 4th Street, Escanaba, Delta County, Michigan.⁴
     Covel Chester died on 7 February 1991 at San Diego County, California, at age 71.^2,3
     Covel Chester Royce lived from 1993 to 1994 at 1351 East Washington Avenue, Escondido, San Diego County, California.⁵

     Adele E. Royce was born on Wednesday, 14 July 1880 at Escanaba, Delta County, Michigan.² Adelias Royce (given age 5) was listed as a household member living with Joseph Godley (given age 66) on the 1885 Kansas State Census on 1 March 1885 at Osborne, Osborne County, Kansas.³ Adele E. Royce (given age 19) was listed as the daughter of Covel C. Royce (given age 50) on the 1900 Census recorded 14 June 1900 at 504 Harrison Street, Escanaba, Delta County, Michigan.⁴
     At age 28, Adele E. Royce married Sam M. Childs, age 26, son of Sam M. Childs and Mary E. Hardin, on Wednesday, 7 October 1908 Escanaba, Delta County, Michigan.⁵ Adele E. Childs (given age 26) was listed as the wife of Sam M. Childs (given age 30) on the 1910 Census recorded 19 April 1910 at 3111 813th Street, Kansas City, Jackson County, Missouri.⁶ Adele E. Childs was named as the nearest relative of Sam M. Childs (given age 36) on his WWI draft registration on 12 September 1918 at 6938 Oglesby Avenue, Chicago, Cook County, Illinois.⁷ Adele E. Childs (given age 37) was listed as the wife of Sam M. Childs (given age 37) on the 1920 Census recorded 14 January 1920 at 1000 Locust Street, Atlantic City, Cass County, Iowa.⁸ Adele Childs (given age 42) was listed as the wife of S. M. Childs (given age 42) on the Iowa 1925 Census recorded 1 January 1925 at 102 West 14th Street, Atlantic City, Cass County, Iowa.⁹ Adele R. Childs (given age 48) was listed as the wife of Sam M. Childs (given age 48) on the 1930 Census recorded April 1930 Atlantic City, Cass County, Iowa.¹⁰
     Adele E. died in December 1977 at age 97.²

      Adell N. Royce was also known as Adelia. She was born on Wednesday, 8 January 1851 at Henrietta, Lorain County, Ohio.^2,3,4 Adele N. Royce (given age 9) was listed as a household member living with Samuel Royce (given age 42) on the 1860 Census on 20 June 1860 at Oberlin, Lorain County, Ohio.⁵ Adel Royce (given age 19) was listed as a household member living with Sam'l Royce (given age 52) on the 1870 Census on 22 June 1870 Oberlin, Lorain County, Ohio. She was employed as a Student.⁶ Adell N. Royce (given age 29) was listed as the daughter of Samuel Royce (given age 61) on the 1880 Census recorded 5 June 1880 at 18 West College Street, Oberlin, Lorain County, Ohio. She was employed Teaching School.⁷
     The 1900 US Census enumerated her as Adell N. Royce (given age 49), the head of household at 118 West College Street, Oberlin, Lorain County, Ohio, on 1 June 1900. Also living in the household was, a boarder, Sarah L. Sorter (given age 62).⁸
     Miss Addell Royce (given age 50) arrived at Boston, Suffolk County, Massachusetts, aboard the SS Admiral Dewey on 21 April 1901. She sailed from Port Morant, Jamaica.⁴
     Adell N. Royce was issued a U.S. Passport on 4 August 1906 Oberlin, Lorain County, Ohio.²
     The 1910 US Census enumerated her as Adel N. Royce (given age 65), the head of household Oberlin, Lorain County, Ohio, on 25 April 1910, living alone. Adel was living on her own income.⁹
     Adell N. Royce (given age 62) arrived at the Port of New York at New York City, New York County, New York, aboard the SS Minnewaska on 15 September 1913. Her intended destination was Oberlin, Ohio. She sailed from London on Sept. 6th.⁴
     The 1920 US Census enumerated her as Adell Royce (given age 69), the head of household at 125 West College Avenue, Oberlin, Lorain County, Ohio, on 22 January 1920, living alone. Adell was Retired and was a Roomer in the household of William A. Heusner.¹⁰
     Adell N. died of myacarditis on 23 October 1925 at 116 Elm Street, Oberlin, Lorain County, Ohio, at age 74. Adell was employed as a Teacher.^3,11

     Sam M. Childs was born on Saturday, 3 June 1882 at Iowa.^1,2 He was listed as the son of Mary E. Childs (given age 58) on the 1900 Census recorded 4 June 1900 at 903 South Locust Street, Atlantic City, Cass County, Iowa.³
     At age 26, Sam M. Childs married Adele E. Royce, age 28, daughter of Covell Chester Royce and Mary Jane Godley, on Wednesday, 7 October 1908 at Escanaba, Delta County, Michigan.²
     The 1910 US Census enumerated him as Sam M. Childs (given age 30), the head of household at 3111 813th Street, Kansas City, Jackson County, Missouri, on 19 April 1910. Also living in the household was his wife, Adele E. Childs (given age 26). Sam was employed as a Clerk in a Rail Office.⁴
     Sam M. Childs (given age 36) registered for the World War I civilian draft on 12 September 1918, while residing at 6938 Oglesby Avenue, Chicago, Cook County, Illinois. Adele E. Childs was named as his nearest relative. Sam was employed as a Passanger Agent by the C.E.J. RR Co. of 105 N. Adams St., Chicago.¹
     The 1920 US Census enumerated him as Sam M. Childs (given age 37), the head of household at 1000 Locust Street, Atlantic City, Cass County, Iowa, on 14 January 1920. Also living in the household were his wife, Adele E. Childs (given age 37), his son, Royce R. Childs (given age 5) . Sam was employed as a Retail Merchant in Dry Goods.⁵
     The 1925 Iowa State Census enumerated him as S. M. Childs (given age 42), the head of household at 102 West 14th Street, Atlantic City, Cass County, Iowa, on 1 January 1925. Also living in the household were his wife, Adele Childs (given age 42), his son, Royce Childs (given age 10) . S. was employed in Trade and Transportation.⁶
     The 1930 US Census enumerated him as Sam M. Childs (given age 48), the head of household Atlantic City, Cass County, Iowa, in April 1930. Also living in the household were his wife, Adele R. Childs (given age 48), his son, Royce Childs (given age 15) . Sam was employed as a Manager & Partner in Dry Goods.⁷

     Emilie J Royce was born on Wednesday, 26 March 1856 at Oberlin, Lorain County, Ohio.² Emilie J. Royce (given age 5) was listed as a household member living with Samuel Royce (given age 42) on the 1860 Census on 20 June 1860 Oberlin, Lorain County, Ohio.³ Amelia Royce (given age 17) was listed as a household member living with Sam'l Royce (given age 52) on the 1870 Census on 22 June 1870 Oberlin, Lorain County, Ohio.⁴
     At age 22, Emilie J Royce married Andrew Gordon Comings, age 21, son of Andrew C. Comings and Amenda James, on Thursday, 20 June 1878 Oberlin, Lorain County, Ohio.¹ Emelie J. Cummings (given age 23) was listed as the wife of Andy G. Cummings (given age 23) on the 1880 Census recorded 17 June 1880 at Amherst Township, Lorain County, Ohio.⁵ Emilie J. Comings (given age 44) was listed as the wife of Andrew G. Comings (given age 43) on the 1900 Census recorded 5 June 1900 at 249 Elm Street, Oberlin, Lorain County, Ohio.⁶ Emilie R. Comings (given age 53) was listed as the wife of Andrew G. Comings (given age 53) on the 1910 Census recorded 22 April 1910 Oberlin, Lorain County, Ohio.⁷ Mrs. A. G. Comings (given age 64) was listed as the wife of A. G. Comings (given age 63) on the 1920 Census recorded 28 January 1920 Oberlin, Lorain County, Ohio.⁸ Emilie J Comings provided information for the death certificate of Adell N. Royce (given age 74 years 9 months 15 days) on Friday, 23 October 1925 at 116 Elm Street, Oberlin, Lorain County, Ohio.^2,9
     The 1930 US Census enumerated her as Emily Comings (given age 74), the head of household Oberlin, Lorain County, Ohio, on 7 April 1930. Also living in the household were . A. was employed as a Merchant at a Bookstore.¹⁰
     Her husband, Andrew, died on 8 December 1932 Oberlin, Lorain County, Ohio, at age 76, leaving Emilie J as a widow.²
     Emelie Royce died on 31 July 1953 Haulks Rest Home, located in Oberlin, Lorain County, Ohio, at age 97.²

     Andrew Gordon Comings was born on Friday, 26 September 1856 at Burlington, Chittenden County, Vermont.¹
     At age 21, Andrew Gordon Comings married Emilie J Royce, age 22, daughter of Samuel Royce and Martha Buck, on Thursday, 20 June 1878 at Oberlin, Lorain County, Ohio.²
     The 1880 US Census enumerated him as Andy G. Cummings (given age 23), the head of household at Amherst Township, Lorain County, Ohio, on 17 June 1880. Also living in the household were his wife, Emelie J. Cummings (given age 23), his son, Charles R. Cummings (given age 1) . Andy was employed Teaching School.³
     The 1900 US Census enumerated him as Andrew G. Comings (given age 43), the head of household at 249 Elm Street, Oberlin, Lorain County, Ohio, on 5 June 1900. Also living in the household was his wife, Emilie J. Comings (given age 44), his son, Charles R. Comings (given age 21), his daughter, Harriet A. Comings (given age 19), his father, Andrew C. Comings (given age 82) . Andrew was employed as a Book Seller.⁴
     The 1910 US Census enumerated him as Andrew G. Comings (given age 53), the head of household Oberlin, Lorain County, Ohio, on 22 April 1910. Also living in the household was his wife, Emilie R. Comings (given age 53). Andrew was employed as a Merchant at a Retail Book Store.⁵
     The 1920 US Census enumerated him as A. G. Comings (given age 63), the head of household Oberlin, Lorain County, Ohio, on 28 January 1920. Also living in the household were his wife, Mrs. A. G. Comings (given age 64), his sister, Mary Comings (given age 55) . A. was employed as a Merchant at a Bookstore.⁶
     The 1930 US Census enumerated him as A. G. Comings (given age 73), the head of household at 116 Elm Street, Oberlin, Lorain County, Ohio, on 7 April 1930. Also living in the household were . A. was employed as a Merchant at a Bookstore.⁷
     Andrew Gerden died on 8 December 1932 Oberlin, Lorain County, Ohio, at age 76 leaving Emilie J as a widow.¹

     Charles Royce Comings was born on Wednesday, 9 April 1879 at Oberlin, Lorain County, Ohio.^2,3 He was listed as the son of Andy G. Cummings (given age 23) on the 1880 Census recorded 17 June 1880 at Amherst Township, Lorain County, Ohio.⁴
     Charles Royce Comings began military service on 6 January 1899 at Cleveland, Cuyahoga County, Ohio. He enlised in the 22nd Infantry, Company G.⁵
     The 1900 US Census enumerated him as Private Charles R. Comings (given age 21) at Twenty Second Regiment, Infantry Company G, Arayat, Luzon, Phillipines, on 1 June 1900. His US address was given as 249 Elm, Oberlin, Ohio. He was listed as the son of Andrew G. Comings (given age 43) on the 1900 Census recorded 5 June 1900 at 249 Elm Street, Oberlin, Lorain County, Ohio.⁶ Charles Royce Comings ended military service on 5 January 1902 at Manila, Phillipines. He was discharged as a Corporal.⁵
     Charles Royce Comings began military service on 29 April 1903 at Columbus, Franklin County, Ohio. He enlised in the 22nd Infantry, Company G.⁵ He ended military service on 30 November 1905 at Camp Ketthley near Manila, Phillipines. He was discharged as a Sergeant.⁵
     At age 27, Charles Royce Comings married Elizabeth Lea, age 18, daughter of Fred Lea and Etta (?), on Thursday, 28 June 1906 at Bellevue, Sarpy County, Nebraska.¹
     The 1910 US Census enumerated him as Charles R. Comings (given age 31), the head of household at 279 Oak Street, Oberlin, Lorain County, Ohio, on 22 April 1910. Also living in the household were his wife, Elizabeth A. Comings (given age 22), his sons, Charles Lea Comings (given age 3) and Frederick A. Comings (given age 1) . Charles was employed as a Bookeeper for the Oberlin Police.⁷
     Charles Royce Comings (given age 39) registered for the World War I civilian draft on 12 September 1918, while residing Oberlin, Lorain County, Ohio. Mrs. Charles Royce Comings was named as his nearest relative. Charles was employed as a Bookeeper by A.G. Comings and Son of 37 West College Street, Oberlin, Ohio.⁸
     The 1920 US Census enumerated him as Charles R. Comings (given age 40), the head of household Oberlin, Lorain County, Ohio, on 29 January 1920. Also living in the household were his wife, Elizabeth L. Comings (given age 32), his sons, Charles L. Comings (given age 12), Fred A. Comings (given age 11), Jean R. Comings (given age 7) and Gordon Comings (given age 4) . Charles was employed as a Merchant with a Bookstore.⁹
     Charles Royce Comings applied for a military pension on 30 April 1921 at Ohio.¹⁰
     The 1930 US Census enumerated him as Charles R. Comings (given age 51), the head of household Oberlin, Lorain County, Ohio, on 12 April 1930. Also living in the household were his wife, Elizabeth L. Comings (given age 42), his sons, C. Lea Comings (given age 22), Fred A. Comings (given age 21), Eugene R. Comings (given age 17) and Gordon Comings (given age 14) . Charles was employed as a Retail Merchant of Books.¹¹
     Charles Royce Comings (given age 63) registered for the civilian draft for WW II on 26 April 1942, while residing at 81 South Professor Street, Oberlin, Lorain County, Ohio. Mrs. Elizabeth Lea Comings was named as a person who would always know his address. Charles was employed by A.G. Comings and Son of 37 West College Street, Oberlin, Ohio; he was also empolyed at City Hall as Mayor.²
     Charles Royce died on 20 July 1945 in the Allen Memorial Hospital, located at Oberlin, Lorain County, Ohio, at age 66 leaving Elizabeth as a widow.^12,3