Oliver F. Scheirer, son of Thomas, was born in Hanover, June 18, 185l.His early life was spent on the farm. In 1866 he began to work for the Thomas Iron Co. He resides in Hokendauqua since 1874. He worked for the company as fireman and brakeman, and since May 1877, he is a locomotive engineer. He is a member of the K. of G. E. and the Knights of Friendship of which he is a chatter member. He and family are member of the Lutheran congregation at Mickleys. In 1871 he was married to Sarah J. Sourwine, a daughter, of William and Salome (Frain) Sourwine. of Washington.