John W. Black was recorded in the 1860 census of Cumberland Township, Adams County, Pennsylvania, as a 12-year-old farm hand born in Maryland. He was listed in dwelling 483, family 539, the household of farmer Henry Eyler. He attended school during the year. His relationship to the Eyler household is not stated in the census record.
Age in 1860: 12
Sex: M
Race: W
Birthplace: Maryland
Township: Cumberland
Dwelling Number: 483
Family Number: 539
Identification Status: Unresolved
Confidence Level: Weak
Evidence Strength: Weak Circumstantial