Clark Johns was born in New Castle township, and died in Coshocton, in his young manhood, June 13, 1863.  The "lot" having designated him for a soldier, he, taking his privilege, enlisted in one of the companies which had gone out from Coshocton, where his home and business had been for some time.  He was soon promoted to be lieutenant; was taken sick, sent home, and died in a few days, on date above given.  He married the daughter of John Burt, and left her and one child.

Source:  Historical Collections of Coshocton County Ohio 1764-1876
Author: William E Hunt, pub. 1876