“History of Washington and Ozaukee Counties, Wisconsin”, published 1881 by 
Western Historical Company.

Dr. M. L. Barney, dental surgeon, Hartford; is the son of Leverett and Emeline 
(Wing) Barney; was born in Geauga Co., Ohio, Oct. 2, 1842; came to Dodge Co., 
Wis., in 1865; studied dentistry with Dr. R. C. Newton, of Sheboygan Falls, in 
whose office he spent two years.  In 1868, he came to Hartford, and established 
himself.  He was married in Hartford, Dec. 22, 1867, to Miss Paulina Green, 
daughter of Lewis and Susan (Screeter) Green; Mrs. Barney was born in Portage 
Co., Ohio; they have four children-Mont L., Gad W., Frederick A. and Clara A.

Submitted by: Kathy O’Brien (Kbuckreus@aol.com)