A compact narrative that covers the history of Mount Pleasant Township from its earliest inhabitants and natural features through its early settlement by whites (1789-1796) as well as the township's further progress and development. Subjects covered include notable firsts, the trials and sufferings of the settlers, the building of roads, religious events, the rise of schools, local physicians and hunters, and a biographical sketch of the aged and noteworthy Sarah (Mathews) (Read) (Osbborne) Benjamin.