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John Baughman Jr. (1846-1915)

    Peter Ambrose Baughman was born 14 Oct 1905 to Clover and Lea Baughman in Rose Township, Pennsylvania. His paternal grandparents were John and Fietta (Himes) Baughman Jr. His maternal grandparents were Soloman and Margaret (Kunselman) Schaffner.
    Peter married Violet M. Johns about 1928 and they had three sons: Robert, Richard, and Raymond. All were born in Jefferson County, Pennsylvania.

Based on information from the 1910 United States Federal Census
    In 1910, in the small town of Rose, Jefferson, Pennsylvania, we find the Baughman family residing together. The head of the household is O Clover Baughman, a 34-year-old man. Living with him is his 32-year-old wife, Levina A Baughman. They have five children, ranging in age from 11 to 2 years old.
    The eldest daughter, Margaret, is 11 years old, followed by Jay, who is 9 years old. Leonard, the third child, is 8 years old. Marie, the only daughter among the siblings, is 6 years old. Lastly, we have Pete Baughman, who is 4 years old, and Mildred, the youngest at 2 years old.
    Pete Baughman, the focus of our narrative, was born in Pennsylvania in 1906. As a young boy, he is listed as single and living with his family. Pete's father and mother were both born in Pennsylvania as well, indicating a strong connection to their home state.
    The Baughman family's household consists of eight members in total. While we don't have any specific information about their daily lives or occupations, we can imagine the bustling energy of a household with five young children. Pete, being the second youngest, would likely be surrounded by the constant activity and noise of his siblings.

Based on information from the 1920 United States Federal Census
    In 1920, in the small town of Beaver, Pennsylvania, a 14-year-old boy named Pete Baughman resided with his family on a street nestled between Pansy and Conifer. Pete was the youngest son of Clover and Lavina Broughman, both Pennsylvania natives.
    Living in a household of nine, Pete had four older siblings: B Jay, H Lenard, Marie, and Mildred. The family dynamic seemed bustling and lively, with siblings of varying ages. Pete's younger sisters, Ruth and Gertrude, added a touch of youthful energy to the household, aged 9 and 5 respectively.
    Despite being just a teenager, Pete was already well-versed in the English language, having attended school and developed his reading and writing skills. His ability to communicate effectively in English showcased his dedication to education and his eagerness to learn.

Based on information from the 1930 United States Federal Census     In 1930, in the small town of Rose, Jefferson, Pennsylvania, Peter Baughman, a 24-year-old white male, was the head of his household. He lived on Brookville Road in a rented home with his wife, Violet M Baughman, who was 23 years old, and their newborn son, Robert Baughman.
    Peter worked as a laborer in the coal mines, indicating that he was a wage or salary worker. Despite not attending school, he was able to read and write, suggesting a level of education beyond basic literacy.
    The Baughman family did not own a radio set, which was not surprising as this was an uncommon form of entertainment at that time. This means they would have had to rely on other forms of entertainment or socializing within their community.     Overall, this data paints a picture of a young working-class family living in a rented home in a coal mining town. Despite their modest circumstances, Peter's ability to read and write, along with his employment, indicates a level of stability and potential for upward mobility.

PERSONALS
    Mrs. Peter Baughman, of Stanton, spent the past week in Brookville with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Harry B. Johns.
[The Jeffersonian-Democrat (Brookville, Pennsylvania) 11 Jul 1936, Thu, Page 8]

STANTON
    Mr. and Mrs. Peter Baughman and family spent Christmas at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Harry Johns in Brookville.
[Brookville Republican (Brookville, Pennsylvania) 31 Dec 1936, Thu Page 7]

STANTON     Mr. and Mrs. Clover Baughman spent Sunday with Mrs. Peter Baughman. [Brookville Republican (Brookville, Pennsylvania) 22 Feb 1937, Thu, Page 6] Based on information from the 1940 United States Federal Census
    Pete Baughman, a 34-year-old white male, was the head of his household in Rose, Jefferson, Pennsylvania in 1940. He was married to Violet W Baughman, who was 33 years old at the time. They lived on Road 36, in a rented home with a value of $8.
    Pete worked as an equipment operator, likely in a private company, as he was classified as a wage or salary worker. He had completed elementary school up to the 8th grade, and did not attend any further education. In the week prior to the census, Pete worked for 42 hours.
    In 1939, Pete worked for 30 weeks, indicating a relatively stable employment. His income for that year was $1134, and he did not have any other sources of income.
    Pete and Violet had three sons: Robert, who was 10 years old, Richard, who was 8 years old, and Ray, who was 5 years old. The Baughman family resided in Rose, Jefferson, Pennsylvania in 1935 as well.

    The US, World War II Draft Card completed by Pete Ambrose Baughman indicates he has no telephone, is 35 years of age, born 14 Oct 1905 in Rose Township, Pennsylvania. He said that the name of the person who would always know his address was Mrs. Violet Mary Baughman of R.F.D.3, Brookille, Jefferson County, Pennsylvania. His employer's name was Elba Coal Company in Corsica, Jefferson County, Pennsylvania.
    On the reverse side of the card, the registrar, Margaret F. Keihl, indicated that Pete was white, with gray eyes, black hair, dark complexion, standing approximately 6 ft 1 in in height and weighing approximately 185 pounds. He had no obvious physican characteristics that would aid in identification. She signed and dated the card 16 Oct 1940.

Based on information from the 1950 United States Federal Census
    Pete A Baughman, a 44-year-old white male, was the head of his household in 1950. He resided in Brookville, Pennsylvania, specifically on Graham Ave, in house number 49. Pete was married to Violet Baughman, who was 43 years old at the time. Together, they had three sons: Robert D Baughman, aged 20, Richard L Baughman, aged 18, and Ray M Baughman, aged 15.
    Pete's occupation was as a co-owner in the Bulling Construction Co, where he worked 40 hours a week. He belonged to the worker class of his own business. This suggests that Pete was a hardworking individual who took pride in his work and was dedicated to providing for his family.

2 Surveyors Survive Collision with Train
    Injured when a passenger train traveling 55 miles an hour ploughed into their station wagon at the Ballantyne Rd., Chili, crossing of the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad shortly after 10 a. m. yesterday, two surveyors were reported in fair condition last night at Strong Memorial Hospital.
    Sheriff's Sgt. Richard Spurr and deputies Glen Sailes and Richard Kosloski said neighter Harold Ford, 27, of 18 Wellington Ave., nor Peter Baughman, 46, of Brockville, Pa., was tbrown from the wreckage. Ford, the driver, suggered chest injuries and shock. Baughman received multiple bruises and a back injury.
    Ford and Baughman had been surveying sites for Thruway overpasses just before the accident. Baughman is a brother of H. L. Baughman, head of the construction firm which bears his name.
[Democrat and Chronicle (Brookville, Pennsylvania) 21 Jan 1953, Wed, Page 16]

    Peter Baughman, 59, of Brookville, Jefferson County, died Saturday night of injuries suffered in an accident Sept. 3, when his car was involved in a head-on crash on Route 28, near Brookville, Jefferson County.
[Pittsburgh Post-Gazette (Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania) 13 Sep 1965, Mon, Page 16]

    According to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Coroner's Certificate of Death, signed 12 Sep 1965, Peter A. Baughman died 11 Sep 1965 as a result of a fractured skull with severe cerebral contusions and lacertions due to an auto collision. Death occurred at Presbyterian Hospital in Allegheny County, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The deceased's mailing address was 2 Henderson St., Brookville, Pennsylvania. Peter was a male, white, married to Violet Baughman. He was an equipment operator (coal). He was born 14 Oct 1905 in Rose Township, Pennsylvania. The informants name was Raymond C. Waples, 5501 Baum Blvd. Pgh.32.PA (a friend). Peter's father was Clover O. Baughman and his mother's maiden name was Lavina A. Schaffner. The decedant's body was buried 14 Sep 1965 in St. Johns Cemetery, Rose Township, Jefferson County, Pennsylvania. The funeral director was Donald C. Galbraith of Brookville, Pennsylvania.