[p. 796] a well known citizen of Mahoning Township, whose life has been mainly devoted to agricultural pursuits, resides on his excellent farm of eighty-three acres, on which he was born, April 13, 1831. His parents were John and Matilda (Davis) Whiting.
The founder of this family in Mahoning Township and the pioneer settler on the present farm, was the grandfather, Adam Whiting. He was one of the earliest settlers and with them endured the hardships incident to living far from civilization. He built his log cabin, cleared his land and reared an estimable family. Of these, John Whiting, father of William, survived to his eighty-fourth year. He, too, was a man of sterling character. Four of his children survive, namely: William, Charles, who lives in Mahoning Township; Amanda E., who is the wife of William McConnell, resides at New Castle; and Amelia, who is the wife of Clark Norris, also residing at New Castle.
William Whiting grew to manhood on the home farm, and in boyhood enjoyed the advantages offered by the district schools at that time. Since then his attention has been given to farming, and in addition to owning the place on which he lives, he has a one-third interest in an adjoining farm. This farm has all been carefully cultivated, and if placed on the market would command a high figure. In his political views Mr. Whiting is more in accord with the Democrats than any other party, but he is a man who is quite capable of doing his own thinking, and frequently casts his vote as his judgment leads. He is a good and worthy citizen of Mahoning Township.
20th Century History of New Castle and Lawrence County Pennsylvania and Representative Citizens Hon. Aaron L. Hazen Richmond-Arnold Publishing Company, Chicago, Ill., 1908
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