John Boyd was one of three brothers from Northumberland County who served during the Revolutionary War. His brothers, William and Thomas, died in the conflict. Thomas died an atrocious death while being held captive by the Indians. John, held captive by Indians and Tories in southern New York, was saved by an Oneida woman just moments before being burned at the stake.
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James Scarlet came to Danville at a young age. Following his early years as a blacksmith's apprentice, he carved out the career of a nationally respected attorney. The avid sportsman and accomplished storyteller also provided untiring support for the Geisinger Memorial Hospital.
Snyder County businessman and politician Ner Middleswarth lived through the administrations of 16 Presidents of the United States, from Washington to Lincoln. He acquired 17 farms and left one to each of his 12 children. He also owned and operated a grist mill, three other mills, two distilleries and was part owner of the Beavertown furnace, a business venture in which he lost a great deal of money, reportedly through the mismanagement of his partner.
