James Hartle, farmer, P.O. Covington. James Hartle is a son of Frederick Hartle, deceased, and brother of Samuel, whose biography will be found in this work; was born in Blair Co., Penn., Jan. 28, 1828, and came to Ohio with his parents when 1 year old; he was raised a farmer, and has always been engaged in the business. His marriage with Miss Catharine, a daughter of Peter Lehman, deceased, of Darke Co., was celebrated Dec. 18, 1851; they had nine children, viz., Elizabeth, Lavina T., Columbus, Frederick, LaFayette, Albert, Calvin, Ora and Dr. Franklin.