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Philip Leander Hiteshew (1840-1910)

Birth

Philip Leander Hiteshew was born 11.Sep.1840 in Frederick, Frederick, MD (residence of his parents per 1840 census). His parents were Daniel Hiteshew and Susan Grinder.

Early Years

At the time of Philip's birth, his family was living in or near the town of Frederick (which was also the county seat for Frederick County) and his father's occupation at that time may have been farmer and blacksmith. By 1850, the family had moved to Middletown and according to the census taken in that year, Philip's father Daniel was now an inn keeper.

Daniel Hiteshew died in 1853 when Philip was just 13 years old. The History of Frederick County, Maryland, published in 1910 includes a biographical sketch of Philip Hiteshew. It includes this account:

Philip L. Hiteshew was forced to begin to earn his own livelihood early in life, his father dying when he was but a mere lad. For the five years that his mother survived her husband, he labored dutifully to assist in her support, being employed much of his time on the Chesapeake & Ohio Canal.

Military

During the Civil War, Philip enlisted as private in Company I,First Cavalry, Maryland Volunteers (Union Army) on 3.Sep.1861 and was promoted to sergeant that same day. He was severely wounded in action at Harper's Ferry on 13.Sep.1862 but recovered sufficiently to return to service. He was promoted to first lieutenant on 28.Aug.1863 and then to captain 29.Oct.1864. During the Appomattox campaign, he commanded a squadron comprised of three companies. He mustered out with his regiment on 8.Aug.1865.

Marriage

In Aug.1856, Philip married Fannie A. Wilcoxon. The marriage probably took place in Frederick County, MD.

Education and Work

Early census records show that Philip attended school as a boy, and later census records show that he was able to read write. He worked as a store keeper and then as a custom house clerk.

Residence and Property

After their marriage, Philip and Fannie continued to live in Frederick, Frederick, MD for a time. Sometime before 1880, they moved to Baltimore, but by 1890 they had returned to Frederick. By 1900 Philip owned a home free of mortgage.

Death

Philip died at age 69 on 13.Feb.1910 in Frederick, Frederick, MD. His grave is in Mount Olivet Cemetery, Frederick, Frederick, MD. This page is a stub in need of an editor.