W. H. Hay, son of David and Mary (Cook) Hay, was born May 30, 1843. His mother, who was born April 30, 1824 died September 8, 1850 when Mr. Hay was seven years old. Mr. Hay received his early training in the common schools of Elk Lick Township, and in the Elk Lick and Meyersdale Normals. After teaching for two years, he went to Mount Pleasant where he attended Westmoreland Collegiate Institute.
On October 17, 1865 he was married to Miss Harriett Keim. Miss Keim was a daughter to Jonas and Sarah (Livengood) Keim and was born February 14, 1843 and died May 30, 1904. To this union were born two sons: Albert Leroy Grable who was born August 8, 1866 and died October 20, 1915; and Theodore Nevin, who was born April 8, 1871 and died October 10, 1909.
Mr. W. H. Hay after his marriage, located on the Beeghley Farm, now occupied by Ed R. Hay, where he lived until 1889, when he moved to Meyersdale. For a time he was engaged in the Mercantile Business and for five and one-half years was Postmaster. For twenty years he has been Squire.
Mr. Hay, has always taken a hearty interest in the affairs of the Church. He was confirmed in the first class at St. Pauls. He also enjoys the distinction of being the first Superintendent of St. Paul's Sunday School. He also served the Church as Elder and as Deacon.
