S.G. ROLLINS was born in New Cloucester, Me., May 18, 1813. Settled at Irving, N.Y., in 1836, remaining for a term of years, when he made Cleveland, Ohio, his home, following his trade, that of ship carpenter. In 1855 he found his way to Pentwater, Oceana Co., Mich., where he worked at his trade for a year, when he settled on Section 16, Hart Township, remaining till the time of his death, which occurred February 5, 1875. Mr. Rollins was among the very first settlers in Hart Township. At his house, the first town meeting was held. He was elected the first supervisor. His daughter Mary O. (Williams), taught the first school, and was the first lady married in Hart. Mr. Rollins was married May 18, 1835, to Susan C. Sawtelle, who was born in Minot, Me., December 19, 1812. Eight children -- Eliza B., George B., Mary O., Lucretia, Albert H., Margaret Jennie, Charles E. and Alfred.
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