MARY ANN LEAF, widow of William Leaf, came to the United States in 1854, arriving New Orleans, November 6. She was married to Mr. Leaf in Beverly, Yorkshire, England, January 26, 1841, and they came to Sangamon county from New Orleans in 1856, and located in Buffalo Hart Township. They were both natives of England, Mr. Leaf being from there October 19, 1819. They had ten children, but three are living: Charles, born June 19, 1843, married Susan Stevens; have three children, Charles W., Rosa Bell and John Henry. William, born December 11, 1850, married Louella Robbins; and Mollie, born May 19, 1855. Mr. Leaf's children were all born in England, except the youngest, Mollie. Mr. Leaf built four saw mills; one is yet standing. He left an estate somewhat encumbered with debt, but which has been cleared by the management of his widow since his decease.