Knox County, Illinois - Biographical sketches, 1878 (part 2 of 4)

Colville & Bro., editors and publishers of Galesburg Review. Galesburg. Comstock, Milton Ijenimoii, was born in Hamilton co., O., Oct. 19, 1824. His father, Rev. Jacob Comstock, was a native of the same county; his mother, Jane (Lemmon) Comstock, was a native of Hartford co , Md. ; was reared on the farm from his early boyhood, spending the winters in the district school until 18 i9, when the family removed to Des Moines co., la. There the subject of this sketch lived until September, 1844, with little schooling. He then spent a year in Knox Academy, Galesburg; after which he spent two winters in teaching in Des Moines co., la. He entered Knox College in September, 1847, and received the" degree of A. B. in June, 1851. He chose the profession of teaching; he was Principal of Knox Academy three years, then for three years he engaged in horticultural pursuits, being also editor of the Iowa Farmer. A year was then spent as professor in Yellow Springs College, Des Moines co. In September, 1 858, he returned to Knox College as assistant professor of mathematics, and in 1861 became Professor of this department, a position he now holds. July 30, 1851, he married Cornelia Ann Churchill; six children have been the fruit ot their marriage, of whom four are living; is a member of the "First Church of Christ " Galesburg, since 1851 ; has been Elder and Clerk. Cowers. James. Conklin, John R.,butcher, Galesburg, is the son of John and Maria (Richey) Conklin, both from Ohio. He was born in Muskingum co., O., Dec. 13, 1838; raised on farm, educated in common schools, and has followed stock-raising and the meat business ; enlisted April, 1861, in Co. E., 20th 111. Inf., served three years, pro. Sergeant, then Major, and then was a member of Gen. Leggett'sstaff ; was married March 29, 1866, to Albina M. Pharis; is the parent of four sons, two living; of the Universalist belief. Republican.

Cook, Giles, Jr., was born in Lebanon, N. H. His father, Giles Cook,, was a native of Lebanon, and his mother,. Parthena (Allen) Cook, was a native of Connecticut. He came west and settled in Victoria, Knox co., at which place he has been Postmaster for six years. He was married to Miss Abial Johnson Jan, 2, 1821, who has borne to him eight children, five of whom are sons. He embraced the Mormon faith in 1832, and has since been a believer in that doctrine. Republican. Address, Victoria.

Cook, James, born in Roxburyshire, Scotland, Oct. 22, 1816 ; son of Robert and Jeannette Cook, natives of Scotland. He is a farmer by profession ; removed to Ohio in 1836, from that State to Knox co , 111 , in 1842; was married March 3, 1853, to Agnes Stine of Edinburg, Scotland, They are the parents of six children, one son and five daughters. He is a member of the Presbyterian Church; Republican. P. O., Victoria.

Cooke, II. D., magistrate, was born in Cornwall, Addison co., Vt., June 4, 1819. He availed himself of the superior educational advantages afforded in his native State, finishing up with a complete course at Middlebury College, Vt., in 1812. After leaving college he spent several years in teaching. He came to Illinois in 1852 and located in Hender son, where he engaged in teaching for three years. In 1856 he removed to Galesburg; and in the spring of 1857, at the first election of officers under the city chartei', was elected Police Magistrate, which office he still holds. In 1862 he was licensed by the Supreme Court to practice law, but owing to the duties of his official position he has not attempted to engage in his profession. Forest F. Cooke, now practicing law in Galesburg, is his son.

Cooley, Orin P.,son of Samuel H. and Mary M. Cooley of Ohio, was born in Suffield, O., Sept, 80, 1843. He was educated in common schools and read law. Has been Town and City Clerk and Tax Collector; enlisted in 42d 111. Inf., Co. C, Aug. 10, 1861 ; discharged July 20, 1865 ; was captured by rebels at Decatur, Ala., and taken to Castle Morgan, Cataba, Ala. ; kept five months ; was appointed Judge Advocate 2d Brigade I. N. Q. July 25, 1877. Belongs to Episcopal Church. Democrat. P. O., Oneida.

Coombs, Andrew Jackson, son of James and Henrietta Coombs, natives of Oneida co., N. Y. ; was born March 25, 1855, in Faberg, Oneida co., N. Y. ; received a common-school education ; spent his boyhood days on a farm ; worked four years in the cotton factories of his native State; came west in 1870, and to Knox county in 1872; remained here since, engaged in farming and cheesemaking, in which he has been very successful, and now in good circumstances. Republican P. O., Oneida.

Cooper, E. S., M. I>. The ancestors of Jacob Cooper, the doctor's father, were Welch, and emigrated to the United States under Win. Penn in 1635. His mother's ancestors were of Scotch-Irish origin. Dr. C. was born Jan. 1, 1820, in Butler co., O., near Oxford, the seat of Miami University, where he received his education. He, however, obtained his academic degrees from the college of South Hanover, Ind., and several other colleges have also conferred on him the degree of A. M. He spent a portion of his early life working on a farm, and on every occasion engaged in the study of mathematics. He has taken great interest in botany, and the sciences of mathematics and astronomy. He calculated all the eclipses of this century at the age of 17; is familiar with the name and properties of almost every plant in North America. He was com. Surgeon of the 83d 111. Inf. Dec. 1, 1862 ; in August, 1863, detailed to take charge of the United States General Hospital, Clarksville, Tenn., where he remained until discharged from service July 3, 1865. He was also Medical Director of the District of Middle Tennessee. He came to Henderson, this county, in 1843, and has continued to reside there. About that time married Mary E. Martin, and they have four sons and two daughters. He especially qualified himself for his chosen profession by four years' study under eminent medical men at the Cincinnati Medical College; three of his sons are physicians. Dr. C. is deeply read in the holy scripture in the old tongues as well as in t neology as taught by St. Augustine, St. Thomas Aquinas, St. Liguori and other standard theologians. He is a scholar of great attainments. Republican.

Copley, Joseph H,,son of Joseph and Mary Copley of Connecticut, was born at Harpersfield, Djlawareco., N. Y., Jan. 9, 1814 ; educated in common schools of New York; raised on a farm, but learned the tanner's trade, which proved unsuccessful, when he changed to farming, which he follows at present. Has represented Victoria tp. ia Board of Supervisors four years ; and has held all the minor town offices ; School Director for seventeen years; Captain of militia; came to this county in 1856 ; married to Ruth Ann Hinman March 6, 1848; they have five children living, three girls and twof boys; one sou dead. He is a member o the M. E. Church, joined 1852; Classleader. Republican. P. O , Altona.

Corfoin, Emery J., farmer, is the son of Henry and Olive (Harris) Corbin, both natives of South Carolina. They came to Knox county in 1840, and on arriving had twenty-five cents in money. Emery was born in Truro township, Knox co., Ill , March 10, 1847, and received his education in the common schools of that township. Having been brought up on a farm he chose the vocation of his father. He married Sept. 10, 1872, and now resides on a 160-acre farm of his own in Truro. He has served as Assessor and Commissioner of Highways in the township. Republican. P. O., Eugene.

Corey, David. Dec, 24, 1824, in Cheshire county, N. H., there was born to David and Betsey Corey their fourth son, David. He grew up under the parental roof, working on the farm in summer, receiving only a common-school education with an occasional term in the town academy. At the age of seventeen he was employed as teacher. Dec. 29, 1850, he married Charlotte English of Marcus Hook, Pa , and soon after purchased a farm in Kent co., Md. He traversed the country from Red Wing, Minn., to Cario, III., in September, 1855. March, 1856, he came to Salem township, Knox co. February, 1848, he formed a business partnership with his brother J. M. There have been born to David and Charlotte Corey two sons. P. O., Yates City.

and Mary (Jones) Cover, natives of Maryland ; was born in Adams co., Pa., March 29, 1829, where he remained until his removal to Knox county in 1856, since which time he has been an active enterprising citizen of the county. In youth he learned the trade of a tanner, which business he followed for some years. He is at present engaged in the book business in Knoxville, also Postmaster of the city. Republican. He served the county as Sheriff during the trying days of the rebellion, being elected in 1862. He also has held the office of Mayor of Knoxville for two terms. Mr. Cover was united in marriage to Miss Mary L. Cooper on the 16th ofNovember, 1852. They have four children. He is genial, generous and enterprising, possessing rare business capabilities and fine persomil appearance, thus making him well calculated for public life.

Cranston, Charles E., was born in Champaign co., O.. April 19, 1833. His parents were Christopher and Sara (Parks) Cranston ; the former bora in Ohio, and the latter in Connecticut. Mr. Cranston, Sr., was a well-to-do farmer, and his son chose the same vocation. His education was limited to the common schools of Ohio. He came from Ohio to Knox county in 1863, where he has since lived. He married Keturah T. Park March 15, 1860. He has at various times held the offices of Postmaster, Justice of the Peace, and Revenue Collector. Republican. Pecuniarily well fixed. P. O., Knoxville.

Crossett, Samuel, is the son of Liberty and Lydia Crossett, both of Massachusetts. He was born in Geneseo, Henry co., 111., Jan. 7, 1857. He was brought up on a farm ; attended the common school in the neighborhood, and spent some time at the High School at Abingdon, 111. He learned the telegraphing business with B. F. Davis at Abingdon, in the years 1875-6, and is now operating in the employ of the C-, B. & Q. Railway. He came from Henry to Knox co. in 1865. Republican. P.O., Abingdon. Cross, L. ft., farmer, was born April 19, 1858, in Ohio; passed his early life in the rolling mills of Ohio and on the farm.

His parents, H. E. and Sarah J. Cross, were both natives of the Old Keystone State. Republican. Lives on a farm near Gilson, his postoffice address.

Cnmniings, William J., is the son of William and Mary Cummings. He was born in Brinfield, Mass., March 27, 1842. His education was limited to the common schools of that State. His early life was spent chiefly in the New England cotton mills. He has spent much of his life in traveling, since which time he has been in business in Maquon.

Cunningham, W., farmer. P. O., Tates Citjr; was born Jan. 7, 1834, in Pennsylvania; his parent? were Joseph and Sarah Cunningham of that State; attended common schools of his native State; came to Illinois in 1865; is Assessor for 187S-9; served in the Pennsylvania militia ; married Miss Elizabeth Buchanan ; they have had seven children, five now living; is a Presbyterian. Mr. Cunningham has been a successful farmer. Republican

Davidson, George W., son of Robert and Julia A. (Lasher) Davidson; born at Springfield, 111., Dec. 28, 1846. Educated in the common schools; chose agricultural pursuit Democrats in politics; served as Postmaster and School Director. Removed to Henderson, thence to Galesburg and back to Henderson. Married Sarah J. Bair Oct. 8,1870; joined the United Brethren Church; was chosen Class-leader and Stewart. Is now owner of a good farm in Henderson township. Postoffice, Henderson.

Davis, Mrs. D. W., was born in Mt. Vernon, Knox county, Ohio, April 5, 1840. Her parents, Garrett and Harriet White, were natives of the same State, the former born in Greenfield, the latter 4n Mt. Vernon. Mr. D. W. Davis, her husband, was a native of Farmington, Me., and was born June 21, 1828, and was a mason by trade. He commenced his trade in Knoxville in 1818; was master builder of the Town Hall and High School of Wataga, and the Aims-House at Knoxville. Died Nov. 21, 1873. They were married Nov. 27, 18:>7. They had but one child, a son. Mrs. Davis has bee a a member of the M. E. Church since 1860. Postoffice address, Wataga.

Davis, George, Treasurer of Knox College, Galesburg; was born in Ireland in 1814. That country is also the native place of his parents, Robert and Mary A. (Earls) Davis. He received a sound English education, as far as it went, in Ireland. Has been City Treasurer, Township Treasurer, County Treasurer.

and Assistant United States Assessor. He was married in 1843 to Sarah Books; they have one daughter ; he is a member of First Congregational Church, and in politics Republican.

Davis, George R., son of Solomon and Lucinda Davis, natives of Kentucky ; was born in Henderson township in 1845. His early life was passed on the farm. Received a common school education. In politics he is a liberal Democrat. From choice he has always followed farming and been very successful. At present is Road Commissioner. Postoffice, Galesburg.

Davis, Jefferson T., farmer, son of Solomon and Lucinda Davis, was born in Kentucky, Aug. 26, 1826. His parents came to Knox county and settled on section 32,Henderson township, in June, 1829, where Jefferson still lives. His education was limited to the common schools. He has held the office of Collector two years, that of Constable fifteen years, and School Director twenty years. He is Democratic in politics. Postoffice, Galesburg.

Davis, Mary E. Her father, Robert H. Davis, was born in Livingston co., Ky., and her mother, Elizabeth Davis, was born in Athens county, Ohio. Mary E. Davis is a native of Knox county, 111., bom Feb. 14, 1858. Her parents, being in good circumstances, gave her a liberal education in the high schools of her native couniy. She also has a fine musical education, having qualified herself for a teacher of music. Miss Davis inherited a strong love for individual liberty, and advocates the right of her sex to elective franchise. Postoffice, Maquon.

Davis, Samuel, farmer, son of James and Martha (Edwards) Davis, natives of England ; was born' in England April 10, 1826. His early life was passed on the farm; received his education from the night and day schools of England, and Knox College, Galesburg. He learned the mason's trade, but changed afterward to farming, in which he has been very successful and well prospered. Removed from England to Canada in 1846, thence to Cook county, 111., in 1847, and to Knox county in 1848. Dec. 26, 1858, was married to Lucy Jane Bond. They have been the parents of eight children, of whom seven are now living. In 1866 he was baptized by Rev. David Thompson, and united with the Christian church, of which he is Deacon and Trustee. He is Republican in politics. Postoffice, Hermon.

Davis, natives of England. He removed to Canada in 1^47 ; learned his profession partly in England and partly in Canada: married in 1861 to Anna M. Hewson, of Canada. They are the parents of four children, of whom one is dead. He moved from Canada to Galesburg in 1862 ; i>! a Republican ; was baptized in England, and upon a confession of faith united with the First Church of Christ (Congregational) in 1863 ; has been very successful as a lawyer.

Dawdy, Jefferson II., farmer, son of James and Margaret (Morse) Dawcly, natives of North Carolina; was born in Kentucky Jan. 24, 1812; received a common-school education; moved to Knox county in 1847 ; married Elizabeth Amos May 24, 1833. They are the parents of eight children. In 1848 he united with the Christian Church of Abingdon ; was Township Collector for several years; Democrat. P. O., Abingdon.

Dayton, Deojamin, son of Byron C. and Lydia (Copley) Dayton, of Delaware county, N. Y. ; was born March 13, 1834, in Harpersfield, N. Y. ; received a common-school education ; came to Knox county, HI., in 1854, walking from Peoria; has devoted most of his time to farming; has held the office ot School Director, Trustee, Commissioner Highways and Assessor. Politically always Republican. Postoffice, Altona.

Dean, Joseph H., farmer. Samuel L. Dean, his father, was a native of Nashville, Tenn., and his mother, Julia Ann (Hahn) Dean, was born at Crawfordsville, Ind. Joseph Dean was born July 21, 1836, on section 27, Rio township, Kuox county, 111. ; was twice married, Sept. 2, 1858, to Melvina J. Coleman. They had three sons and two daughters, and Feb. 3, 1870, married Abbie Dalton, who bore him one son. Abbie Dalton is a native of Rio ; went to Kansas in 1856 : returned in 1870. Mr. Dean is now engaged in the butchering business in Rio, his present address. Conservative in politics.

Dechant, Peter, son of John P. and Louisa Dechant, was born in Montgomery co., Ohio, Nov. 17, 1815; reared on farm and educated in common schools ; learned brick-mason trade, also farming; has been School Director, and is Road Commissioner at present ; came to Knox county in 1864; was married Oct. 12,1843, to Nancy J. Hall, who has borne him twelve children, eleven living. Republican. P. O , Abingdon.

He was educated in the common schools ; his early life was passed as a painter and cabin boy on steamboat on Lake Erie ; learned the trades of painter and miller, and was a clerk in a store, but changed his business to that of grocery and drygoods merchant, and has been very successful. Was married Aug. 21, 1858, to Mary Ann Corbin ; they are Ihe parents of one adopted son ; he has traveled through Pennsylvania and Canada, and finally removed to Knox county; was in service during the Kansas troubles in 1856; served in Co. C, 47th Reg. 111. Vol. in the rebellion ; was taken prisoner in Mississippi and confined four months in prison at Macon, Ga. He is a member of the Congregational Church. Republican. P. O., Knoxville.

Delano, Isaac, son of Barnabas and Ruth (Ladd) Delano, of Connecticut ; was born in Williamstown, Vt., Feb. 12, 1802; raised on a farm and attended common schools ; engaged in mercantile trade; kept temperance store in native town; came west to Bureau co., 111., in 1838, and to Galesburg in 1848, where he engaged in mercantile trade till 1856; was City Treasurer of Galesburg six years. Married Alice Smith Oct. 1825, who bore him five children, two living, son in Washington, D. C, since 1862; member Congregational Church Republican. Residence, Prairie St., Galesburg.

Dennis, Albert. Nathaniel Dennis, the father of Albert, was a Pennsylvania farmer, and was a native of that State, and his mother, Margaret Dennis, was born in Indiana. Albert Dennis first saw the light in Knox co., 111., May 7, 1857, where his parents had settled, preferring the broad prairies of Illinois to the stony hills of Pennsylvania, Albert has chosen agricultural pursuits, and now lives on a farm near Maquon, his P. O. address.

Dickerson, James, son of a farmer,was born in Knox county, Jan. 21, 1848. Being raised on a farm, he continued in agricultural pursuits from choice. His father, William W., was a native of White co., III., and his mother, Sarah E., was born in Indiana. James was educated in the schools of his native county; married March 28, 1876. Democrat. P. O., Gilson.

Dickers©!!, Wm. W., son of Louis Dickerson, of Georgia, and Elizabeth (Beck) Dickerson, native of South Carolina. He was born in White co., 111., Aug. 3, 1820; married March 10, 1842, to Miss Sarah Houst, the union being blessed with eleven children, and just twenty years from date of marriage Mrs. Dickerson died ; he was married again, Nov., 1865, to Elizabeth Highfield ; they have two children. He has been School Director twenty years, Road Commissioner three years, and Overseer of Roads many times ; is a farmer. Democrat. P. O., Gilson.

Dickinson, John T., A. M., Professor in Hedding College ;was born in Cincinnatus, N. Y., July 7, 1832. He is the son of Abel and Mary M. Dickinson. His early life was spent in district school, on the farm or in shoe shop. In 1847 entered Oneida Seminary, Cazenovia, N. Y. ; graduated from Wesleyan University, Middletown, Ct., in 1853, after which he taught select school. Since 1855 has been professor in different in stitutions of learning ; has been identified with schools of Knox co. 13 years; now fills chair of Mathematics in Hedding College.

Doak, John, son of Wm. and Helen Doak, natives of Scotland; was born in Ayrshire, Scotland, May 22, 1822. He has always followed farming; in 1848 removed to Copley township, Knox co.; Oct, 10, 1855, married Jane Morrison. They are the parents of eight children ; he is a member of the Presbyterian Church ; Republican. P.O., Oneida.

Dodd, Horace F., son of John W. and Sarah Dodd, the former of New York, his mother native of Vermont; was born in Waterford, Pa., Sept. 20, 1837; educated in schools of Oshkosh and Whitewater, Wis. He is train-master C, B. & Q. R. R. at Galesburg ; was married to Mary A. Duncan Jan. 31, 1860, who bore him one son, Frank S. ; he was again married to Rosie Naper Feb. 20, 1878. Resides in Galesburg.

Donason, Alexandra, son of Alexandra and Kirdelia (Weaden) Donason ; was born in Belmont co , Ohio, Oct. 10, 1834 ; received a common-school education, also attended at Lombard, Galesburg; has always followed farming. March 11, 1855, married Ann M. Barbero, and they are the parents of seven children. Greenbacker. P. O., Maquon. Has been Road Commissioner, Supervisor, and is Road Commissioner at present time

Dore, Alfred E., grocer, Galesburg ; is the son of Franklin and Harriet Dore. and was born in Canada near Montreal ; educated at Mt. Morris and Evanston, 111. ; engaged as a traveling salesman for a wholesale drug house, Chicago, at the age of 19 and traveled seven years ; commenced the grocery business in Galesburg in 1876; has an extensive trade ; was married Jan. 4, 1871, to Addie Sargent. They have two children.

Dorman, Jacob, farmer, son of Henry and Sarah (Hendricks) Dorman, the former a native of Maryland, and the latter of North Carolina; born in Scott co., Ind., March 19, 1824; educated in the common schools; moved to Fulton co., 111., in 1839; thence to Knox co. in 1864 ; married Mary Ogden Dec. 9, 1851. Tbey are the parents of nine children. Democrat. P.O., St. Augustine ; owns 100 acres of land ; was School Director for six years in Knox county.

Dossett, James, son of James and Thorny (Williams) Dossett, both natives of Virginia, and in moderate circumstances ; was born in Virginia Oct. 27, 1827; was educated in the common schools. He learned the trade of a tailor in which business his early life was passed, but afterwards became a farmer so that his trade and profession have been that of farmer and tailor; removed from Virginia to Illinois ; thence to California and Oregon, and from those States to Knox co., 111. Aug. 7, 1851, was married to Cynthia A. Butts. They have been the parents of eleven children, of whom eight are now liviDg. In 1863-4 he held the office of Supervisor and Collectoi of Perfiser township. Republican. P. O., Knoxville.

Dowson, Xoah Clark, farmer, was born in Ohio Jan. 2, 1828. His early life was passed in the mill and on the farm ; in youth was always noted as being generous-hearted ; educated in the common schools; April 18, 1850, married Minerva Wymaa ; in 1849 was baptized by Rev. Wm. Haney and united with the Church of United Brethren ; removed to Knox co. in 1853 ; was elected to the offices of Assessor, Town C.erk and Commissioner in 1872-7-8; was Class-leader of the church in 1872. Farming has been very satisfactory to him and he is now in quite prosperous circumstances. Republican. P. O., Knoxville.

Driggs, "Wm. M., merchant; born May 26, 1837, at Rome, N. Y., and is the son of William and Millicent Driggs, both natives of Rome, N. Y. He enlisted as private in Co. B, 133th 111. Vols. ; was married to Miss Lucia F. Hisyo-ins, of Mecklinburg, N. Y., Sept. 15,1869; united with the Consrre°;atk>nal Church

Rev. Luther Driscol (who was born May 14, 1791, in Connecticut, and died April 5, 1858, and was one of the pioneer preachers of this county) and Mary (Neal) Driscol, who was born Dec. 28, 1809, in Pennsylvania, and died July 30, 1876. Guy C. was born in Victoria, Knox co., July 23, 1854; reared on farm; was married Oct. 24, 1877, to Mary C. Haynes. They have one boy. Republican. P. O., LaFayette, 111.

Dnmeld, C. W., farmer, son of David and Martha (Cattle) Duffield, of Virginia; was born in Nickles co., Va., Oct. 24, 1816; came to Henry co., 111., in

1837, and from there to Knox co. ; reared on a farm, attended common schools and learned the trade of boat-building; has served as School Director and Trustee of Hedding College ; married Sabina Walkup May 26, 1840, who bore him eleven children, only six liviDg now; member of the M. E. Church; Class-leader and Steward. Republican. P. O., Abingdon.

Dnnn, Joseph H.., grocer ; is the son of Augustus and Mrs. Wyckoff Dunn, the former of Georgia, and the latter a native of New Jersey. He was born in Peoria co., 111., on Dec. 3, 1845; spent his early life in town, and attended the common schools. He worked a year and a half at the printing business, commencing at the age of 13 years, in the town of Cambridge, 111. He came to Galesburg and embarked in the mercantile business when 18 years old, in which he is still engaged; he married Anna A. Soule March 22, 1 870, by whom he has one son and two daughters. Republican. Pecuniarily, comfortable.

Dnnn, Rev. Frederick J., son of David and Philenda (Cady) Dunn, natives of New York, born in Oneida co., N. Y., May 22, 1819; educated in common schools, academy and seminary of Whitestown, N. Y. ; followed farming, but became a minister of the gospel in

1838, united with the M. E. Church, but in 1858 joined the United Brethren Church; joined the Conference in J861, and was ordained in 1864 ; March 4 1864, married Susan P. Wetmore. They are the parents of 4 children. He moved to Knox co. in June. 1853. Republican. P. O., Ontario.

Duval, Thomas C., farmer; was born in Culpepper, Va., Feb. 28, 1802; son of James and Judith (Jennings) Duval, who were in very poor circumstances. His father was a soldier in the war of 1812; moved to Bath co., Ky., in 1809; to Warren co., 111., in 1835, and to Knox co., 111., in 1837; married April 2, 1822, to Nancy Shumale. They are parents of 10 children ; he united with the Christian Church about 18 30. Republican. Commenced with nothing, but has been very successful in business. P. O., Wataga.

Dyer, Marion, farmer; son of Joseph and Margaret (McClintock) Dyer, natives of Ohio, born in Fulton co., 111., Aug. 12, 1836. His early life passed on the farm ; received a common school education. Dec. 25, 1855, married Hannah Hall. They are the parents of 5 children, of whom 4 are living. He was a soldier in the 47th 111. Inf., and was in several battles and skirmishes. March 1, 1864, moved to Knox co. Was School Trustee for 8 years, and now holds the offices of Justice of the Peace and School Director. P. O., London Mills, Fulton county.

Edwards, John, was born in Indiana Territory, Dec. 1, 1814; he is the son of Isaac and Rachael Edwards; he had fifteen months' schooling, mostly in a log school-house, with oiled paper windows; he started in business with 75 capital ; has spent most of his life on a farm; in 1811 he was elected to the Indiana Legislature ; was once a Whig, now a Republican. Postoffice, Galesburg.

Edwards, Geo. E., born at Somerton, Eng., March 3, 18 i3; his parents were George and Elizabeth Edwards, of England, who were in good circumstances; he was educated in common and select schools of England and district schools in Illinois ; has always followed farming; resides in Ontario township; postoffice, Oneida; married Mary J. Noble Nov. 6, 1867; they have one child, a girl. Republican in politics.

Edwards, Samuel, son of Geo. and Elizabeth Edwards, of England, was born in England June 26, 184?; educated in common schools of England and Illinois; came from England to Ontario, where he resides on a farm, which occupation he has always followed; married Dec. 9, 18 38, to Amy Roe ; they have five children, three boys and 2 girls. Republican in politics. Postoffice. Oneida.

Eiker, David M., miller, Knoxville, son of John and Charlotte (Myers) Eiker, was born in Hagerstown, *Md., Feb. 11, 1826; reared on farm; educated in common schools; learned milling trade young; has been Alderman of Knoxville sixteen years, and Supervisor five years ; came to Knox county in 1854 ; married Oct. 1, 1850, to Helen Jacobs; they have five children. Member of the Presbyterian Church. Republican.

Eiker, John C, farmer, was born in Adams co., Pa., Jan. 24, 1833 ; he is the son of John and Charlotte (Myers) Eiker, both of Maryland ; they removed from Pennsylvania to Knox co., 111., in 1852 ; his education was obtained in the common schools; he was married March 4, 1858, to Sarah A. Armstrong, who has borne him six children; Mr. Eiker has held the offices of Supervisor, Assessor. and School Director in Orange township ; Republican; and has been a member of the Presbyterian Church for fifteen years. P. O., Knoxville.

Ellett, Edwin T., son of Benjamin and Mary (A.nderson) Ellett, natives of Virginia, was born in Virginia June 30, 1810 ; he received a good English and Latin education, and his early life was passed in teaching school ; he chose the business of merchandising, but changed to farming; moved from Virginia to Illinois in 1836; July 14, 1837, married Francis W. Snead ; they are the parents of eight children, of wThom but three are living; united with the Baptist Church in 1829, and afterward joined the Christian Church; held the office of Postmaster sixteen years ; was Justice of Peace thirty-six years, County Treasurer four years, and Town Treasurer twenty-four years ; is a Democrat ; at one time was Elder in the Christian Church. Postoffice, Henderson.

England. Andrew, farmer, son of Peter and Catherine Englund, was born in Sweden, Sept. 5, 1848; came to this county in 1853; educated in High School. Galva; has served as Collector of Victoria township; married Ann Hed Jan. 31, 1871; they have 1 boy and 4 girls. Republican. P. O., Victoria.

Ennis, Jo''n, son of John and Elizabeth (Kelley) Ennis, natives of New York, was born in New York, June 24, 1806; he was educated in the common schools and Whitesborough Seminary, N. Y. ; his early life passed in lumbering, farming and teaching school ; he studied engineering, surveying, and has followed farming: "was married in 1828 to Sally Loomisfthey are the parents of

11 children, of whom 8 are living: removed to Knox co. ; was School Commissioner, Commissioner and Inspector of Highways in New York, and School Director and lload Commissioner in Illinois; he united with the Methodist Church in 1860; Republican. P.O., Yates City.

Emmens, Henry, farmer, was born in Ashland co., O., Oct. 15, 1816 ; his parents, Benjamin and Anna (Adams) Emmens, were both natives of Jefferson co., O. ; he was reared on a farm, and educated in district schools; he came from Ohio to Knox co. in 1837 ; removed from Knox to Fulton co., 111., and in 1802 came back to Knox co. ; Republican ; comfortably circumstanced pecuniarily. P. O., Elmwood, Peoria co , 111.

Entry, John Gr., farmer, born Sept. 24, 1839, at West Jersey, Stark co., 111. ; his parents, Frederick and Hannah (Gaffney) Emry, were natives of Pennsylvania, and came west at an early day : was sent to the common schools of Stark co. ; removed to Henry co. in 1860 and to Knox co. in 1866; was married to Ruth A. Friend Dec. 24, 1872, 6 sons being the issue of the union, 5 of whom are now living; Republican; has held the office of Road Commissioner and been School Director for many years. P.O., Galva, 111.

Epperson, Pedro W., whose parents, Charles aud Sarah Epperson, were Virginia farmers, was born in Albemarle co., Va., April 13, 1800; when 3 years old his parents removed with him to Hawkins co., Tenn., where he spent his school-boy days; went to Kentucky in 1812, where he married Dec. 4, 1824, Miss Elizabeth H. Dalton, which union was blessed with 11 children, 7 sons and 4 daughters; 4 years later, 1828, removed to Indiana, and in 1836 to Knoxville in this county; in 1823, at Richmond, Ky., ' he joined the Drownding Creek Baptist Church, in which church his father served as Deacon 10 successive years; owns a fine farm in Rio township, where he now lives. P. O., Rio.

Epperson, Thomas P., born in Rio township, Knox co., Ill , in 1842; married Oct. 16, 1862, to Miss Sophronia Abbott Oris; engaged in farming from choice, and has always continued in agricultural pursuits, in which he has been very successful ; served in the 102d 111. Vol. Inf. during the late war; has acted as School Director in Rio township ; Democrat. P. O., Rio.

Epperson William D., farmer, was born in Madison co., Ky., Nov. 17, 1827 ; his parents were P. W. and Elizabeth (Dalton) Epperson, both of Virginia ; the family moved from Kentucky to Indiana in 1828, thence to Knox co., 111., in 1836. The subject of this sketch removed to Iowa in 1868, and came back to Knox co in 1877; his education was limited to the common schools of Knox co. ; he now resides on his farm in Rio town.«hip, and devotes himself to farming and dealing in coal : he married Mary J. Westfall Sept. 27, 1848, which marriage has resulted in a family of 7 sons and 5 daughters ; has been a member of the M. E. Church since 1847; Republican. P. O., Rio, 111.

Erickson, Olof, born in Sweden, Jan. 12, 1837; parents, Erick and Martha (Olson) Erickson, were natives of Northern Sweden; received a common and high-school education in Sweden; came to Knox county in 1855 ; married Margaret Ann Emberg Sept. 19, 18li7; has 5 children, 3 boys and 2 girls ; follows farming; united with the Lutheran Church in Sweden ; now attends the Methodist Church at Victoria ; was in a railroad accident near Mendota in 1865, while returning from a trip to Sweden, in which 6 emigrants were killed. P. O., Altona.

Evans, Charles B., farmer, was born in Knoxville, Knox co., 111., Feb. 22, 1846; his parents, Charles and Ann Evans are natives of New York; his education was obtained in the public schools of Knoxville. For three years he resided three miles west of Galesburg, since that time in Henderson township ; he was employed by the Government in the Quartermaster's department at St. Louis during the rebellion ; in March, 1867, married to Sarah B. Frans; the result of the union is 2 sons and 1 daughter. Democrat. P. O., Galesburg.

Ewing, James P., millwright, son of James and Gennette (Scott) Ewing, was born in Lancaster co., Pa. ; his parents came to Tazewell co., 111., in 1834; moved to Franklin co. in 1837; when the California fever ran high in 1850, Mr. Ewing went there to seek his fortune ; he remained there 6 years, engaged chiefly in building mills; was Superintendent of Sacramento water works for two years; he came home and remained in Galesburg for one year, then returned to the "Golden State," where he died in 1868; he married Adeline Clendennin in February, 1836, and has 2 sons and 4 daughters ; Mrs. Ewing has been a member of the First Church during her 22 years' residence in Galesburg.

Earnham, Eli, son of Capt. Levi and Eunice (Judd) Farnham, who emigrated from Connecticut to New York in 1800, and lived on a farm near Pompey Hill, where the subject of this sketch was born Dec. 1, 1803; came to Galesburg in 1839, where he engaged in farming, in which he has been successful; married to Jerusha Brewster Loomis in 1834 ; they have had 5 children; united with the Congregational Church in 1829; on coming to Galesburg united with First Church, and was soon elected Elder and holds the office yet; Republican; in 1845 was elected Trustee of Knox College which he continues to be. P. O., Galesburg.

Fargo, Rev. Isaac, son of Isaac aDd Sarah L. (Rogers) Fargo, of Connecticut, was born in Salem, Conn., Jan. 10, 1817; came to Knox co. in 1862; P. O., Ontario; his early youth was passed on a farm; he attended Middlebury Academy and Madison University, and entered the ministry, which he loves; was married May 11, 1846, to Elizabeth Chapman; Alida E., Geo. L. and Kate K. are the fruits of the union; joined the Baptist Church in 1837.

Faulkner, Thomas B., farmer, the son of William J. and Isabella Faulkner, of New York State, was born in Orange co., N. Y., Jan. 17, 1819. The subject of this sketch went to Michigan in 1828; and in 1838 came to Knox co., 111., and settled in Sparta township, where he lias since lived; June 21, 1855, he married Sarah Golf; married Paulina Shanon May 5, 1865; he has 3 sons and 2 daughters; in the fall of 1873 he took a trip to San Francisco, Cal., by rail, and thence by boat to Portland, Ore., and from there home overland, consuming 2 months; he came near losing his life by robbers on the route; Republican. P. O., Wataga.

Ferris, Henry, son of Sylvanus and Sally (Olmsted) Ferris, was born in Herkimer co., N. Y., Oct. 18, 1809; was raised on farm and sent to the common schools; came to Galesburg in 1835, being the first colonist ; was married to Elizabeth Hudson in 1836 ; of 7 children born to them 1 boy and 3 girls are living; has been successful in life; Republican; resides at Galesburg.

Field, Loyal C., manufacturer, was born in Cornwall, Vt, Feb. 28, 1824; his parents were Simon and Abigail Field, both of Vermont ; his education was limited to the common schools; he came to Galesburg in 1852, and for a number of the last years of his life was President of Frost Manufacturing Company; he served as Alderman in Galesburg 2 terms and Mayor 1 ; in 1848, Sept. 28, he married Clara A.Davison,who bore him 2 children; he died July 17, 1878. Artumas Davison, father of Mrs. Field, was born in Connecticut, 1793; settled in Henderson in the spring of 1839; was a Presbyterian ; married Polly Smith in Marathon, N. Y., in 1817 ; Whig; was accidentally killed while hunting turkeys in Henderson Grove, by his son-in-law, J. L. McHaughlen, Nov. 17, 1842, leaving a wife and 11 children, six of which are living.

Fink, William F., farmer, P.O., Yates City, was born in 1839, in Frederick co., Md.; parents were Solomon and Sarah (Bixter) Fink, both natives of Carroll co., Md.; removed from Maryland to Indiana, thence to Ohio, and to Illinois in 1846; his early life was passed on the farm, and he was educated in the common schools of Fulton co ; Democrat; has held the office of School Director for some time; he has been successful in farming.

Fisher, Joseph, farmer, P. O., Oneida, was born in England May 27, 1831; his parents, David and Jane Fisher, were natives of England; he came to the United States, settled in Ohio, then moved to Illinois. Joseph was educated in common schools in Ohio and Illinois ; married Oct. 20, 1852, to Emily Fisher; professor of religion, but not a church member; Republican.

Fitch, John C, farmer, was born in Baltimore, Md., April 9, 1836; is the son of Gideon and Mary (Lynch) Fitch, natives of Maryland; was educated in schools of Baltimore; engaged in butcher business, which he changed for farming; has moved many times ; was married July 6, 1858, to Margaret De Haven ; they have 1 girl living; member of the Christian Church: Democrat. P. O., Abingdon.

Fitch, Luther. His parents were Luther and Mary (daughter of Capt. Smith, of Oneida, N. Y.) Fitch; Mr. Fitch was born in Westmorland township, Hampton village, Oneida co., N. Y., June 10, 1814; educated in the common schools of Whitesboro and Hampton; married, March 19, 1835, Miss Ann Harvey, daughter of Rev. John Harvey, of New York Mills, 4: children being the issue. Amos S., John H., Mary A. and Elizabeth H. ; became a member of the M. E. Church in 1832; formerly Whig, now Republican ; was member of the Whitesboro cavalry in 1832; served in Rio, his present address, as School Director.

Fletcher, Lawrence D., farmer, was born in the great Prairie State of Illinois in 1851 ; his parents, Elias and Margaret Fletcher, were natives of Ohio, but came to this State at an early day ; Lawrence spent his boyhood days in Salem township, this county ; accepted from choice the occupation of farmer, which he has pursued with much vigor and ahility ; was engaged in the grocery business one year, but returned to the farm ; was married in 1871 to Mary E. Anderson. Democrat. P. O., Yates City.

Flynn, John, son of William and Mary "Flynn, natives of Ireland, was born Nov. 7, 1811; came to America when a child ; at the early age of 13 engaged as bar tender in a saloon; came west in 1834, settling in Illinois; July 27, 1838, he married Mary Spears, who bore him 13 children, 9 of whom are living. Democrat. In 1861, when our country's flag was fired upon, he was the first in his township to offer his services; he is a radical temperance man and a hard worker in the cause ; on the 22d day of May, 1878, he gave a large temperance picnic at his place, at which over 600 people assembled ; he formerly was very intemperate, but has thoroughly reformed, and is a member of temperance organizations and the Baptist Church; he has held local offices for over 20 years. P. O., Knoxville

Foster, James M., farmer, son of Zebulon and Elizabeth (Wingate) Foster, the former a native of New York and the latter of New Jersey, was born Jan. 2, 1808, in Hamilton co.,0.; moved to In diana in 1814; received a common-school education moved to Illinois in 1830, settling in Fulton co. until 1833, when he moved to Knox co. ; was married June 13, 1841 to Eliza Combs, then again to a second wife, Louisa Roads, Sept. 1848 ; he is the parent of 9 children, of whom 7 are living ; was a soldier in the Black Hawk war; has been School Director, School Trustee and Supervisor; Republican. P.. O.. Maquon.

Freeberg, Andrew C, farmer, son of S. T. and Nilla (Oredsson) Freeberg, natives of Sweden, was born in Feleberga, Sweden, May 30, 1858 ; educated in public schools and college in Christianstad ; formerly followed bookkeeping; came to Galesburg in 1875, and on to his farm in 1876; joined the Lutheran Church in 1875. Republican. P. . O., Abingdon.

Freeman, Fred. E., was born in Lagrange, Lorraine co., O. ; is the son of Rev. F.R. and Lucy (Ritta) Freeman, of New York ; he was educated in the Seminary at Norwalk, O., and studied law with W. F. Hopkins, of Morris,

Guernsey co., O. ; some years since he engaged in railroad business, in which he is now employed ; during the late war he entered the army as a private in the 106th Reg. N. Y. Inf., and was promoted to Hospital Steward of the regiment; he came from Ohio to Illinois in 1854; was married to Annie M. Bunker ; he strongly opposed the great railroad strike of 1877, being then as now connected with the C, B. & Q. R. R. Republican. Member of the Baptist Church. P. O., Galesburg.

Frey, Henry, shoemaker, Abingdon, was born in Switzerland June 29, 1826; is the son of Camper and Anna (Nateely) Frey, of the same nativity; came to Abingdon in 1855 ; learned his trade when young ; has served as Mayor 4 years, Alderman, City Treasurer and School Director; was married April 26, 1851, to Sarah Bell, who has borne him 2 girls. Republican.

Fulton, Robert A., son of Alexander and Catherine Fulton, natives of Pennsylvania, was born in Indiana co., Pa., Nov. 27, 1838 ; received a commonschool and academic education ; was engaged in mercantile business, afterward became a book-keeper, then farmer; served 18 months in late war in 63d Pa. Inf.; was married Dec. 31, 1868, to Margaret J. Campbell ; they are the parents of 4 daughters; moved to Knox co., 111., Jan. 19, 1869. Republican. In 1856 united with Presbyterian Church; has been very successful in farming; has served as School Trustee in Salem township. P. O., Yates City.

Gardner, B. H., farmer, son of William and Catharine (Holland) Gardner, of Virginia; was born in Louisa co., Va., July 14, 1811; had but little schooling and raised on a farm; moved to Warren co. in 1834, and into Knox in 1869. He opened a coal bank in Warren co. in 1838 from where coal was taken for miles; it was the first bank worked in Warren co. ; was married Jan. 1835 to Jemima R. Wallace, and again in 1864, Aug. 23, to Mary A. Deatherage; is the parent of 7 children; joined the Christian Church in 1838; baptized by Levi Hatchett. P. O., Abingdon.

Garrett, Mary, daughter of Anthony and Mary (Nelson) Franklin; was born in Ohio Nov. 21, 1822. She spent her early life on a farm and was educated in the common schools; she removed to Knox co., 111., in 1852; joined the M. E. Church in 1832, and has been a member since. P. O., Knoxville. Residence, Cedar township, sec. 12, where she runs a large farm. She takes great interest in agricultural pursuits, and is fully competent to manage large business interests, as she has proven.

Garrison, Ralph Richard, son of William and Sarah Ann Garrison, of Orange co., N. Y.; was born in New York City, Feb. 21, 1847; attended the common schools in New York; passed his early life on a farm; enlisted in Co. C, 12th U. S. Reg. Inf.; again in Co. G. 21st U. S. Regular Inf.; whole term of service, 6 years, 1 year as Corp'l and 3 years as Sergt.; went to Arizona Ter. on duty in Indian war; was active in the capture of Indian Chiefs Del Shay, Red Sash, and One Eyed Riley; discharged as trustworthy and reliable June 30, 1875; was sailor 6 years and 7 months. Republican. P. O., Oneida.

Gear heart, Allen R., son of Thos. and Ellen Gearheart, the former a native of Virginia, and the latter of Kentucky; born in Nelson co., Ky., April 22, 1826; educated at St. Mary's College in Kentucky; early life passed in trading, learned the trade of a blacksmith, but not proving satisfactory, retired from that business; was a soldier in 1st Regt. Ky. Vol.; married to Eliza Ann Feather, Oct, 14, 1847. They have been the parents of 8 children, of whom 6 are living. P. O., Galesburg. Democrat.

Wee, I>avicl, farmer, was born in Fulton co., 111., Aug. 31, 1849; his parents, David and Sarah (Morgan) Gee were natives of New York; he was educated in the common schools, spent his early life on a farm, and continues in it from choice. He moved from Fulton to Knox co. in 1872. He married Mary Monrose Nov. 4, 1877. Republican. P. O., Hermon.

Geer, Anson C, farmer. P.O., Douglas; son of Winthrop and Sophia (Cram) Geer, natives of Connecticut; born in Windham co., Conn., July 22, 1834; educated in common schools of Salem township, 111.; removed from Connecticut to Ohio in childhood, thence to Illinois in 1840, and to Knox co. in 1841; early life was passed on the farm ; learned carpentering and millwrighting, but changed to farming; was Sergeant in Co. G, 83d 111. Vol. Inf.; in 1865, married to Marie A. Hunt. They are the parents of 1 child. Greenbacker; has been School Director, School and Road Commissioner.

Anthony and Mary (Moser) Gehring, both natives of Germany; was born in Germany Dec. 1, 1844. In 1857 moved to Knox co., 111.; is a farmer. May 30, 1867, was married to Jerusha Squires. They have 3 daughters; is a member of the Methodist Church and a Trustee. Republican. P. O., Wataga.

Gehring, Haver, farmer, son of Bennet and Elizabeth Gehring; was born in Baden, Germany, Feb. 9, 1825; he served as a private soldier in the regular army of Germany. He immigrated to America in 1849; remained in New York till 1854, when he came to Illinois and settled in Sparta township, Knox co. In 1850 he married Elizabeth Heminger. They have 2 sons and 1 daughter; he is a member of the Lutheran Church. Republican. P. O.., Wataga.

Gibbs, ,Tonathan,whose parents, Martin and Hannah Gibbs, were both natives of Burlington co., N. Y. ; was born in the same county, Dec. 22, 1808; was educated in the common schools among the Quakers; when 12 years of age began chopping cord wood in the pine and cedar swamps; at 15 apprenticed to a cabinet maker ; at 20 engaged as window glass blower, which he pursued for 9 years; was married Aug. 13, 1832, to Tamar Norcross; they have had 9 children, 2 of whom are dead; removed to Washington City in 1835; came to Knox co., 111., in 1838, where he engaged in farming. Republican. Has served 12 years as Justice of the Peace, and held the office of Supervisor 9 years. P. O., LaFayette, Stark co., 111.

Gibson, Peter, was born in Sweden, June 21, 1829; was educated in' Swedish schools; chose agricultural pursuits; came to America in 1854, settling in Bureau co., 111.; remained there, however, but one year, when he came to Knox co.; was married in March, 1859, to Anna Lyburg; again in Dec. 25, 1863, to Anna Eng; is the father of 1 boy and 2 girls. Mr. Gibson lives an exemplary Christian life; is a member of the Baptist Church in which he now holds the office of Clerk. P. O., Altona.

Gillaspie, Wm. H., J.P., Abingdon, is the son of Simon and Juliette (Halloway) Gillaspie, natives of West Virginia; was born in Montgomery co., Ky., Sept. 17, 1823; spent his early life on a farm and attending school at the old log school house: has been Mayor of Abingdon 4 years, City and Town Clerk several years each, and Justice of the Peace 4 terms: came to Abingdon in 1854 ; joined the Christian Cl urctin 1841 ; is clerk of Jefferson street Cnurcn; married Mary Ann Bradshaw March 3, 1844;

Givens, Thales H., son of James and Martha (Miller) Givens, of Virginia; was born in Madison co., Ky., Sept. 25, 1820; had but little education at school; raised on a farm, learned cabinet trade; came to Knox co. in 18S5; has served as Supervisor in Hancock co.. 111., School Director, Trustee of Abingdon College, of which he took the entire charge in building; joined the Christian Church in 1867 under A. J. Thomson; was married July 28, 1842, to Julia Carter. They have 7 children. P. O., Abingdon.

Givens, Strawther, son of T. H. and Julia Givens, natives of Kentucky, bom in Monroe co., Ind., May 23, 1843; was educated in Indiana State University; early life passed in farming; has been farmer and banker; removed to Illinois in 1854; married Mary Huston Dec. 25, 1862. They are the parents of 4 children; established the Union Bank at Abingdon in 1872, and is now banker at that place. Democrat. United with the Christian Church in 1864. P. O., Abingdon.

Godfrey Peter, farmer, is the son of James and Keziah Godfrey, natives of Maryland and Delaware respectively; was born in Sussex co., Del., Feb. 5, 1810; reared on farm and attended common schools; came to Illinois in 1832; has served as Supervisor 4 or 5 terms from Orange township, Justice of the Peace, and Trustee of Hedding College; was married Feb. 7, 1839, to Nancy Sumner; have 2 adopted children; wife joined the M. E. Church in 1836, he in 1862; is Steward and Trustee. Republican. P. O., Abingdon

Goff, James E., farmer and stockraiser. P. O,. Henderson. Born in Knox co., Dec. 29, 1833; son of James and Martha (Furgason) Goff, natives of Hart co., Ky. He received a limited education from subscription schools; was married to Mary J. Baxter Feb. 6, 1867. They are the parents of 3 sons; has been Road Commissioner for 6 years, also School Director. Democrat. Has been very industrious and very successful in business, and is now wealthy.

Goold, JLuther, son of S. S. and Hannah Goold; was born in Vermont Sept. 8, 1820; attended the common schools of that State; was raised on a farm and has continued the business from choice; has been Postmaster, Town Clerk, and Steward for 20 years in M. E. Church; came to Illinois when 23 years old. Married Alzina Brooks. They have

Gordon, Joshua R., merchant, Galesburg; son of Henry and Elizabeth (Perry) Gordon, of Pennsylvania; was born in Perry co., Ohio. His parents moved to Muskingum co., Ohio, when he was 5 yeais of age. He was reared on a farm, and his only opportunities for education were such as the district schools afforded. He came from Ohio to Galesburg in 1854, where he at once engaged in the clothing business, and is the oldest clothing merchant in the city. In 1859 he married Mary A Bundy, who died in 1874. He is a member and Trustee of the Presbyterian Church. Democrat. He has been Alderman of the city.

Gould, William, born at Portsmouth, N. H., May 17, 1808. His father, John Gould, was a native of the same State. His mother's name was Oliva Swanson, whose nativity was Massachusetts. William passed his school days in Onondagua co., N. Y., and began at an early age to learn the trade of housecarpenter. Mr. Gould was married in Nov., 1833, to Miss Sallie Ann Mapes, and ten years later, 1843, came to Knox co., where he has lived ever since; his wife having died, he was married again in Knox co. in 1862; joined the Free Will Baptist Church while a boy, and at the age of 28, joined the Latter Day Saints, or Mormon Church; was ordained Elder and High Priest by the prophet Joseph Smith in fall of 1840. Mr. Gould still holds to that faith and preaches for a small number of the disciples who worship in the school-house near his home in Truro township.

Graves, Rev. John Callington, pastor of the Second Baptist Church of Galesburg; was born in Calcutta, India, in 1836. His parents were Mitchell and Chainey Graves, who were natives of the West Indies. His parents came from Calcutta to the United States, and settled in St. Louis, when John was 12 years of age. He attended the public schools of that city; went to Canada in 1863 and spent two years in Knox College, Toronto; and thence to London, Eag., and spent two years in Spurgeon's College. He conceived the idea of engaging in the ministry in 1857, and entered upon the work in 1858. In 1862 he married Miss A. Francis.

Grice, James T., farmer, son of James and Sarah (Thompson) Grice, the former of Pennsylvania, the latter of Virginia; was born in Highland co., O ,A.ug. 25,1819; spent childhood on farm, and was educated in district schools; came to Knox co., 111., in 1856. He married Mahala Davis March 10, 1842 ; been a mem-

Gruhh, Samuel W., printer, and business manager of the Republican-Register., was born in Washington, D.C.,Aug. 19, 1832. His parents were Samuel and Nellie (Wilson) Grubb, the former a native of Shepardstown, West Va., and the latter of Snow Hill, Md. The subject of this sketch spent his early life in Washington City, and obtained his education in the public schools. Circumstances being favorable to it he learned the printer's trade, which he has followed since. He went to Milton, N. C, in 1854, back to Washington in 1855, thence to Atlanta, Ga., in 1857, and from there he came to Galesburg in 1872. Nov. 28, 1887, he married Jane A. Wright, who has borne three sons to him, only one of whom is living. He filled the office of Alderman in Atlanta,Ga.,in 1871. He joined the First Baptist Church of Washington in 1851; changed to the Episcopal in 1862 ; was Vestryman, and for five years has been delegate to the Diocesan Convention of Illinois. Republican.

G-nliher, Isaac, born in Christian co., Ky., June 23, 1815; parents were Geo. and Sarah (Gibson) Guliher. He received a country school education; in early life was bound to a hatter, and learned the trade, but changed it in after life; moved to Sangamon co., 111., in 1830; in 1832 was married to Elizabeth Brown. They are the parents of ten children ; moved to Knox county in 1833 ; was a private with A. Lincoln in the Black Hawk War ; Republican; in 1818 united with the Christian Church. P. O. Biggsville, Warren co.

Gnllett, J. J., was born in Putnam co., Ind , June 12. 1823. His early life was passed on the farm, and was educated in tne common schools ; learned the trade of a blacksmith, also followed farming and gold mining; moved from Indiana to Illinois, then to North Carolina, and again to Illinois, settling in Knox county in 1859 ; was married May 12, 184S, to Delila Upton. They are the parents of three children. While in North Carolina was Captain of Light-house ; worked in the gold mines of "North Carolina from 1843 to 1859, digging down 098 feet. Democrat. P. O., Knoxville. ^Gutting, Peter, farmer, son of Christian and Ann Margaret Gutting, was born in Germany Jan. 18, 1807. He obtained his education in the common schools of Germany; and spent some time in teaching, in which he was quite successful. He served six years in the German army. He came to the United States in 1835; settled in New Jersey; he came to Knox county in 1860. In 1836 he married Elizabeth Dimpfer. He has been a member of the Presbyterian Church since 1853. Independent in politics. P. O., Elmwood, Peoria co.

Hagan, George H., farmer, son of Leonard and Elizabeth (Cook) Hagan, natives of Maryland, was born in Nelson cov Ky., Feb. 16, 1818; was raised on farm and attended common schools ; came to Knox co. in 1850; was married to Teresa Onan, May 12, 1850, who has borne him 11 children, 7 of whom live; has been School Director many years; member of Catholic Church. Democrat. P. O., St. Augustine.

BS aha. Moses. His father Joseph and his mother Abagail (Bloomfield) Hahn were natives of Pennsylvania and New York respectively, and came west at an early day and settled in Crawfordsville, Ind., where Moses was born Sept. 18, 1329; came to Knox co. 1835, where he spent his school days; removed to Oregon and back to Knox co. 1872, settling on same farm ; married Mary Loveridge June 12,1851; 3 sons and 8 daughters have blessed this union ; joined Henderson Old School Predestinarian Baptist Church in 1858, in which he held the office of Deacon. P. O., Rio.

Hall, Vinton, son of John and Sarah (Barton) Hall, of Virginia, was born in Jackson co., O., Sept. 10, 1823 : moved to Iowa, and came to Knox. co. in 1847 ; married Elizabeth Smith Aug. 13, 1844; 11 children have been born to them, 9 living; Mr. H. was reared on farm and attended common schools. Republican. P. 0-, Hermon.

Hall. Harman, farmer, is the son of John and Sloma (Freemole) Hall, the former of Germany and the latter of Pennsylvania ; was born in Canton, Fulton co., 111., Aug. 14, 1857 ; spent his youth on a farm and attended the district school. In 1866 his parents removed to Nashville, Tenn., thence to Sandusky, 0-, 1867, thence to Knox co., Ill , and in 1873 the subject of this sketch went to Nebraska, but returned to Knox co. in 1874. P. O., Maquon.

Hammond, James, son of Theodore and Rebecca (Farnham) natives of Connecticut, was born in Ohio July 7, 1834; educated in the log school-house at Hammond Corners, Bath, O., where he got the usual amount of thrashings ; has always followed farming; has held the offices of Supervisor, Road and School Commissioner and School Director ; came to Ontario township in 1844; moved to Galesburg in 1848 ; then to Knox town- ship in 1849, and back to Ontario in 1851 ; married Susan P. Powell Oct. 7, 1847 ; they Lave had 6 children, 2 girls and 4 boys, 2 boys are dead ; was baptized in infancy; united with the Congregational Church in 1841 ; circumstances good. Republican. P. O., Ontario.

Hammond, Park H., farmer, P. O. Ontario, son of James and Susan (Powell) Hammond, the former a native of Ohio and the latter of New York, was born Oct. 19, 1849, in Knox county; his early life passed on the farm ; in 1872 he united with the Baptist Church of Ontario; he was married to Mary L. Wetmore Dec. 25, 1873.

Hamrick, J. <*-., son of John and Rebecca Hamrick, natives of Virginia, born in Clinton co., O., in 1826 ; he passed his early life in working on a farm ; he changed to mercantile business; moved from Ohio to Illinois in 1846; he was married to Sarah A. Ferris ; has been Alderman 8 years and Supervisor 8 years; was Captain of Co. G, 83d 111. Regt. Republican. P. O., Maquon.

Hannaman, George Luther, Circuit Clerk, is the son of R. L. and Hannah (Plummer) Hannaman, the former of Ohio, his mother a native of Massachusetts; he was born in Knoxville March 3, 1845; attended the common schools of his native town and spent 1 year in Lombard University, Galesburg; in 1863 he left it and entered Eastman's Commercial College, Poughkeepsie, N. Y., and from there went to New York city and kept books for about 3 years ; returned to Knoxville and read law in his father's office; was elected Circuit Clerk in 1872 and re-elected in 1876; he filled this responsible position satisfactorily to those who had business relations with him and beneficially to the county ; he is pleasant, and thoroughly understands the workings of the office; he was married Dec. 25, 1867, to Jennie D. M. Murray; they have 1 child, Jessie Tonira, born Nov. 11, 1868 : joined the Presbyterian Church in 1868. Republican.

Hannaman, Robert Ii., attorney, Galesburg, is the son of John and Susannah (Beebe); he was born near Portsmouth, O., Sept. 5. 1803; attended common schoolsuntil 16, when he studied surveying; in 1822 went to Indianapolis, near where he taught school; he married Hannah Plummer March 6, 1823, when he went to farming ; in same year Hamilton co., Ind., was organized, and he elected Recorder of Deeds; in January, 1825, his dwelling, which was his office, was burned ; he was elected Sheriff the same year, and soon thereafter Surveyor, when he taught school and read medicine ; he then began the study of law, and was soon admitted to the bar; in 1831 engaged in dry-goods business; in 1834 was elected to the Legislature, where he served two terms ; in 1836 came to Knoxville, where, till 1842, conducted general merchandising; he was then elected Probate Justice for 4 years, and re-elected; he formed partnership with Julius Manning in 1844, lasted till 1851, when he was elected Secretary of the P. & O. R. R. Co. Judge H. has been a successful lawyer; he possesses sound judgment, is just and conscientious; he is the oldest lawyer in the county; hiswife died Jan. 24, 1876, at the age of 73; his residence is still at Knoxville, but his office since 1873 has been in Galesburg. The judge is a distant relative of the celebrated Dr. Hahnemann, the founder of homeopathy.

Hare, Henry, farmer, son of Henry and Mary Hare, natives of Pennsylvania, born in Wayne co., O., April 17, 1833; he received a common school education ; his early life passed on the farm ; he learned the trade of blacksmith, but changed to farming; married Elizabeth Marshall; in 1855 removed to Illinois. Greenbacker. P. O., Elba Center. He has been very successful in business, and is placed in good circumstances.

Harper, Robert H., farmer, P. O. Maquon, was born in Canton, Fulton co., 111., Jan. 8, 1848; parents were John and Ellen (Robinson) Harper, natives of Pennsylvania; he was educated in the schools of Fulton co. ; his early life was passed on the farm ; enlisted in the 11th 111. Cav. and served the last two years of the rebellion; Sept. 15, 1870, was married to Aary A. Hunter; they have been the parents of 3 children ; but 1 is living ; removed to Knox co. Jan. 1, 1870. Liberal. P. O., Maquon.

Hastie, .Tames, son of John Hastie, of Leadhills, and Jane (Sloan) Hastie, native of Lanarkshire, Scotland; born in Scotland April 17, 1812 ; was a weaver, but became a farmer in 1850; School Trustee for 3 years ; moved to New York in 1834, in 1856 to Knox co., 111.; Feb. 26, 1846, was married to Ann McDonald; they are the parents of 2 sons and 1 daughter; Nov. 23, 1851, married again to Maria Lyon; united with the Presbyterian Church in 1837; Congregational now, and is a Deacon. Republican.

born Jan. 7, 1817, in Albany co., N. Y. ; he was brought up on a farm ; procured his education in the common schools ; he learned the trade of cabinet-making and followed it for some years, then turned his attention to farming ; his parents removed to Ohio when he was a boy, where he remained till 1854, when he came to Illinois. He married Abigail Brainard Jan. 1, 1840, by whom he had 11 children, of whom 5 sons and 3 daughters are living; has been a member of the church since 1837, and Elder in the Christian Church since 1860; has filled several local offices. Republican. P. 0., Hermon. Haver, George, (Elder) teacher, was born in Portage co , O., Dec. 1, 1840; he is the son of John W. and Abigail (Brainard) Haver, the former of New York, the latter of Ohio; after attending the common schools George finished his education at Abingdon College; his parents came to Illinois in 1854; since he arrived at his majority he has spent most of his time in teaching; he enlisted in Co. D, 64th Regt. 111. Vol. Inf., on the 21st Aug., 1862; he was in numerous battles, and was taken prisoner; he suffered the horrors of Andersonville, remaining in prison almost destitute of clothing, and without shelter from storm or sun, barehead and barefoot; and he was among those who were put up as targets for soldiers to shoot at, at Charleston, S. C. ; was also in prison at Florence, S. C. ; was paroled and furloughed home Dec. 24,1864; returned March 22,1865; was discharged May 31, 1865; he married Lucinda J. Page July 5, 1869, by whom he has 1 son; he has been a member of the Christian Church since 1855, an Elder 7 years. Republican. P.O. Hermon.

Hawkinsftii, Olof, farmer, son of Hawkin and Hannah Anderson, was born in Sweden May 7, 1837 ; was educated in the common schools of Sweden; his early life was passed on a farm, and he chose farming for a livelihood, in which he has been quite successful; he came from Sweden to Knox co., 111., in 1856; March 21, 1866, he married Louisa Erickson; they have 3 sons and 2 daughters; he joined the Lutheran Church in the old country Republican. P.O.,Galesburg.

Hawks, Richard, farmer, was born in Deerfield, Mass. ; he is the son of Silas and Mary (Blodget) Hawks, natives of England; his education was limited to the common schools of Massachusetts; learned the wagonmaker and millwright trades in youth; came to Knox co., ill., in 1815; was married Sept. 24, 1838, to Calnetia F. Wagner; they have 2 sons and 6 daughters; live on section

Heath, James, son of Reuben Heath, of Hartford, Conn., who died at the age of 75. James was born inKingsville, O., in 1829; attended the common schools; he worked on a farm and at blacksmithing; moved to Niles, Mich., then to Kansas; after remaining there 9 years moved to Red Oak, la., then to Galesburg; grasshoppered 2 years in Kansas and 1 in Iowa; was married in August, 1850, to Miss D. Merriam; is connected with the Baptist Church. Republican. P. O., Galesburg.

Heath, William M., son of Sidney Heath and Phebe (Foster) Heath, of Washington, N. Y., was born May 11, 1815, in Washington co., N. Y., and received the rudiments of an education in the schools of his native county, and learned the trade of carriage maker; came to Illinois and settled in Knox county as early as July, 1837 ; and was married Aug. 3, 1837, at Knoxville, to Lucinda Field. This was the first wedding occurred in Knoxville. Their family consists of four boys and two girls. Address, Wataga, 111. Herthurg, Andrew, tailor, was born in Sweden Feb. 21, 1836. He came from Sweden to Knox co., 111., in 1855. His only opportunities for education were such as the common schools afford. When not in school he spent his time in the shop. He married Ellen Erickson Dec. 6, 1862, at Knoxville. They have two sons and one daughter. He is a member ol the Second Lutheran Church of Galesburg. Some years ago he went to California, where he remained a year and a half for the benefit of his hearing. Republican. Residence, Galesburg. Heizer & Howorth, Galesburg. Heller, Mrs. M. J., Abingdon. Hemstreet, Philip P., carriage manufacturer, son of Peter and Rachel Hemstreet, of Scoharie co., N. Y., was born Jan. 25, 1835, in Scoharie co., N. Y. His childhood was spent on a farm, and his education limited to the common schools. He went to Oneida co., 1ST. Y., at the age of nineteen, and learned the carriage-making trade ; in 1857 came west and settled in Oneida, 111., thence to Galesburg in 1859. He married Maria Armstrong in 1858, who is the mother of one son and two daughters. He joined the Baptist Church at the age of 12.

Henderson, David, farmer, son of Steward aud Ann Henderson; his father Irish, mother American. He was born in Fayette co., Pa., Jan. 26, 1822. His early life passed on farm, and obtained what was called a good education ; came to Illinois in 1851 ; engaged in farming and stock-raising; in the fall of 1852 mar- ried Sophia Paplett, and settled in Henderson township,where have been born to them Nancy. Harvey, Aleary, Jane, Peter, Nellie, Thomas, Hattie and Alexander. The last two are dead. The first purchase made in the State was a Bible, of a Swede at Galesburg. He joined heartily with the movement for the abolition of slavery. The country was in its native state when he came. Pie has cut the prairie grass where Oneida and Wataga now are, and also hunted deer. He has been School Director and Supervisor; united with the Protestant Methodist Church in 1842; has served as Steward and Trustee. Mr. H. is a man well respected, good husband, kind father and pleasant neighbor; liberal in giving. Of late years he has turned his attention to tile drainage and the better cultivation of the soil. He has been successful, and now owns 1,200 acres of fine land in this county. Greenbacker. P. O., Henderson.

Heseiden, Fred, born Jan.31, 1853, in New York. His parents were John and Ann (Weaver) Heseiden, natives of England. Fred was educated in common schools of Ohio ; in 1865 went to Danville, 111., and in 1874 came to Knox county; was married Nov. 8, 1877. Republican. P. O., St. Augustine.

Higgins, Americas C, farmer, son of Clark and Laura (Markam) Higgins; was born Aug. 7, 18 15, in Tompkins co., N. Y. He spent his early life on a farm, and obtained his education by attending the district schools 3 months in the winters; he came to Knox co. from New York in June. 1838 ; was 14 days on the Ohio and Mississippi rivers to Oquawka, and from there he came on foot to Galesburg. In 1841 he married Lucy M. Gridley. They have 3 sons, all having attained their majoritjr, and are in good circumstances. Mr. H. has held some local offices, and has been a member of the " First Church" of Galesburg since 1839. Was a strong Abolitionist; now Republican. Residence, Galesburg.

Hill, Isaac, farmer, was born in Duchess co., N. Y., May 23, 1821; his parents were Ephraim and Content (Haynes) Hill. His early life was passed on a farm and in attendance in common schools; came to Knox co. in 1837; married Hannah More Jan. 1, 1844. They have 5 children living. Republican. P. O., Knoxville.

Hitchcock, Henry, Div. Superintendent of the O, B. &. Q. R. R; was born at Old Deerfield, Mass., May 25, 1816. His parents were Henry and Betsey (Kimberly) Hitchcock; his father and he were born in the same house. For many years his father farmed at the old homestead. He received his education in the common school and academy of Deerfield. Till the age of 24 he worked on his father's farm. During the following 6 years he was agent of the Rut land & Burlington R. R., at Rutland, Vt; then was with the Michigan Central R. R. Co. at Chicago. Jan. 9, 1856, he removed to Galesbuig, and was appointed Asst. Supt. of the C, B. & Q. R. R. In 1866 he became Division Supt., which position he has held to the present time. He is a man of excellent business qualifications, and during his connection with the company has transacted its business with remarkable precision and tact and to the entire satisfaction of the traveling public. His success may be attributed to his having received careful training through childhood and youth, and acting from noble and generous impulses. For many years he has been engaged in farming and stock-raising; his habits through life have been temperate ; his religious views are those of the Congregational denomination, and he is now one of the Trustees of the First Congregational Church of Galesburg. Republican. He is a director of the Second National Bank, Galesburg, and a Trustee of Knox College. He was married June 9, 1841, to Miss Martha Arms. They have had 3 children, but have lost 2.

Hitchcock, Charles, grocer son of John and Hannah (Ryer) Hitch cock ; was born in Westchester co., N. Y., which was also the native place of his parents ; his early life was spent in Saratoga Springs, dividing his time between school and working in a store. Later in life he spent some time at running an engine, and afterwards embarked in the grocery business ; he came to Illinois Feb. 8, 1875 ; he married Mary A. Williams Sept. 8, 1869, by whom he has 2 sons and 1 daughter. Republican. P. O., Douglas.

Holt", Orrin Wesley, horticulturist, Wataga; was born in Greenbush, N. Y. ; his parents, George A. and Julia Ann (Martin) Hoff were also natives of New York; he was educated in common schools, and engaged in the nursery business, which he now follows ; served as School Trustee 9 years; came to Illinois in 1855, to Sparta township in 1863; was married to Maria Driggs Aug. 25, 1869. They have 1 daughter, Rosa; joined the

Hofflnnd, Alexander, grocer, son of John and Clary Hofflund; was born in Sweden, Europe, April 2, 1857; he attended the common schools in Swe den, and finished his education in the high school in Knox co. ; his childhood was spent on a farm; his parents immigrated to Knox co., 111., from Sweden when he was 17 years old ; he enlisted in the 151st Regt. 111. Vol. in Feb., 1861; served one year, and was mustered out Feb., 1865; he has been engaged in the grocery business in Galesburg for several years; married Tillie Peterson, of Oneida. Member of the M. E. Church for 11 years. Republican.

Hoit, James Hewitt Clinton, M. D., son of Jamts S. and Abigail Hoit, of New Hampshire ; was born at Laconia, N. H, Aug. 25, 1842 ; received a liberal education at Gilford Academy, New London, N. H., and medical department Harvard University; has been President of the Board of Education ; was in Medical Corps U. S. army in the late war, was stationed at St. Louis and Jefferson City, Mo. Dr. Hoit moved to Boston, from there to Yates City; was joined in matrimony to Mary Taylor, Oct. 15, 1868. They have 4 children. Republican. P. O., Yates City.

Holcomb, William H., Knoxville, is one of the pioneers of Knox co., and has done much toward forming the character of the county; he was born in Richmond, Mass., Jan. 16, 1797; his parents, Richard and Elsie Holcomb, were natives of Connecticut ; he came to Knox co. in 1838; he learned the harness trade; was married to Hannah Hinckley Jan. 16, 1835; 4 sons and 2 daughters have been born to them ; he made a profession of religion in 1819, and has lived a good Christian life for 60 years; is a member of the Congregational Church. Republican and anti-mason.

Holmes, James B., farmer, son of Joshua and Irene (Morehead) Holmes, was born in Montgomery co., Va., Nov. 10, 1810; his early life was passed on a farm, and his education obtained in the district school; he removed to Orange co., Ind., in 1835, and to Henderson township, Knox co., 111., in 1848; he married Mary Kirk Aug. 31, 1837. They had 5 sons and 3 daughters; four of the sons are now dead; he was a member of the United Brethren Church for many years. Mr. H. died March 26, 1872. P. O. address of his daughter, Mollie A. Holmes, is Henderson.

Wataga, is the son of Wm. and Lucy Greenleaf (the former of Bangor, Me.; the mother, of Massachusetts). He was born in Marietta, O., Nov. 29, 1819; had but a limited school education; was reared on a farm and has worked at various trades and vocations. He has been a prominent member of the Board of Supervisors, and has represented this district in the Legislature ; came to Galesburg in 1837 and to Wataga in 1854; was married Aug. 27, 1844, to^Ruth M. Dilly. They have 3 children, Mary, William and Adelaide. Formerly, Abolitionist; now Republican.

Honsh, Andrew C, dealer in stocks and notes, born in 1834 in Indiana. His parents were David and Elizabeth Housh, the former a native of Kentucky, and the latter of Indiana. He received a common-school education, and his early life was passed upon the farm. He was married to Miss A. E. Ouderkirk Nov. 11, 1857. They are the parents of two children ; removed from Indiana to Illinois; has been Alderman 3 years, Road Commissioner 9 years, and School Director for a long term of service. Greenbacker. P.O., Maquon.

Honsh, 11a v id. farmer; was born in Bourbon co., Ky., July 25, 1800; when 3 years old his parents moved to the frontier north of the Ohio river and settled in the wilds of Indiana among the Indians, seldom seeing the face of white men. When the war of 1812 was declared the whites were compelled to move into forts where they lived 3 years; during this time he witnessed the massacre, of a settlement, and on Good Friday, 1812, another massacre( anion? the killed were several relatives) after which he and his brother took the forests hunting Indians. He heard the great Chief Tecumseh make a speech before the battle of Tippecanoe, and thinks he was the finest orator he ever heard. In 1826 he married Elizabeth Thornburg and again moved to the frontier, where he lived until 1836, when he moved to Knox co. and settled on the land in Haw Creek township where he now lives. Daniel Meek, John Dawdy and others, were his first acquaintances here. They were all fond of hunting and fine horses ; quite a rivalry existed between them to see who could have the fastest horse. He laid out a mile track which became a great resort for patrons of the turf. He raises some fine blooded horses. In 1851 engaged in milling and distilling business, and in 1854 in the mercantile trade. He cast his first vote for Jackson and has voted the Democratic ticket at every Presidential election since. His family consists of 13 children. He has retired from all business save farming, and is now enjoying a ripe old age, honored and respected.

Houston,Georg;e,son of Alexander and Elizabeth (Mills) Houston, natives of Pennsylvania, was born, July 11, 1804, in Steuben co., N. Y. His father died when George was 7 years old. He was educated in the common schools and his early life passed on the farm. He was Colonel in the Mexican war ; moved to Cincinnati, Ohio, about 1819, thence to Peoria, 111., in 1851 ; was married Aug. 21, 1851, to Nancy J. Harr, and they were the parents of 11 children, of whom 10 are living ; removed to Lynn township, Knox co. Democrat. He always followed farming, in which he was very successful ; was burned out Jan. 17, 1873, and the family lost nearly all their effects. He died Dec. 22, 1874 ; was the late husband of Mrs. George Houston, whose P. O. address is Galva, Henry co.

Howarter, Benjamin, farmer, son of Peter and Elizabeth Howarter, was born in Pennsylvania in 1828. His early life was spent on a farm, and his education obtained in the common schools. He came from Pennsylvania to Illinois in 1837. He married Elizabeth Newman in 1854, by whom he has had 6 children, 5 of them now living. He has held the offices of School Director and Road Commissioner for a number of years. Has been a member of the M. E. Church since 1860. Republican. P. O., Elba Centre.

Hume, James Davidson, born March 16, 1848, at Newville, Cumberland co., Perm. ; his parents, Win. D. and Hettie, were of the same nativity. James was sent to the district schools, and early learned the trade of tanner ; removed to Jefferson co., Tenn., in 1870; served as judge of election same year; removed to Knox co., 111., 1871; was elected Town Clerk. Democrat. Is in good circumstances. P. O., Henderson.

Hunt, John B., farmer and lumber dealer, was born in Bond co., 111., in May, 1820. When he was 12 years old his parents moved to Bushnell, McDonough co., and in 1834 settled at Burlington, Iowa; was married Sept. 18, 1842, to Mary M. C. Love. He spent the years 1855 and '56 in California; returned to Illinois; settled in Knox co. in 1864. His marriage resulted in 2 daughters and 1 son, Ransom C, who acquired his education at Lombard College; studied law with J. C. Thompson, of Macomb, and is now practicing law in Galesburg. Mr. Hunt, Sr.,

Hunter, Orville £>., traveler, son of Joseph and Eunice (Star) Hunter, was born in Columbus, Ohio, March 13, 1821. His educational opportunities were limited to fiie public schools of the city. He was engaged in farming for two years ; most of his life has been spent in travel. He settled in Knox co.. 111., in Feb., 1856. He has been 3 times married, and has 9 children living; joined the Presbyterian Church early in life. Liberal Democrat. P. O., Douglas.

Hunter, James M., fanner, is the son of Robt. and Deborah (McGown) Hunter, the former of Pennsylvania, his mother a native of Nova Scotia. He was born in Franklin co., Ohio, Dec. 31, 1811, reared on farm and educated in district schools; was married in 1836 to Eliza Hunter; they had 5 children; came to Knox co. in 1846 ; in 1848 elected J. P., and in 1850 Associate Justice of Knox co. Democrat. P. O., Douglas.

Huntington, Reuben R., son of Reuben and Basheba, born at Albany, N. Y. ; educated in the public schools. His parents were poor; apprenticed to a painter ; this proving distasteful, changed to farming ; elected Constable, Pathmaster and Assessor ; served with honor in the Mexican war and in the 83d and 139th 111. Inf. ; wounded at Collinsville, Tenn. ; removed to Michigan, thence to Knox co., 111. ; married in 1849 to Roxana S. James ; joined Free Will Baptist Church in 1850; was elected Clerk and at present Trustee of U. B. Church. Democrat. P. O., Henderson.

Huntley, L<evi A, farmer, P. O., Oneida; his parents, Asher and Phebe (Hitchcock) Huntley, are natives of Connecticut. The subject of this sketch was born in Connecticut, Oct. 30, 1830; received a limited education ; moved to New York, then to Summit Co., Ohio, then to Knox Co., 111.; married Elizabeth R. King. Three girls have blessed the union. United with the M. E. Church in 1862 ; joined the Adventists in 1871 ; is Trustee in that church.

Hurlbutt, Dean C.,rfarmer, son of Asa and Mary Hurlbutt, was born in Dalton, N. H., in 1834 ; was educated in the common schools; was raised on a farm, and continued a farmer from choice. He came from New Hampshire directly to Knox co., 111. ; was married to Elizabeth Lambert in 1855. They have two children. Mr. H. has been quite successful in the vocation of his choice. Re- Republican. P. O., Elba Centre.

at Dalton, in the same state, June 22, 1837 ; removed to Knox co. in the spring of 1843, being then but six years old ; has been closely identified with the development of this county, having been a resident since his first arrival in 1843 ; served his country in the war for the union, enlisting in the 83d 111. Inf. Vol., August, 1862 ; was united in matrimony, July 11, 1867, with Miss Martha C. Wallack, and the union was blessed with five children ; though in no sense a politician, acts and votes with the Republican party ; owns a fine farm of 335 acres of land in Truro township ;'P. O., Victoria.

Irwin, George M., (Elder) son of George and Mary (Cowan) Irwin, was born in Zanesville, O. ; received most of his education at the Wesleyan University, O. ; was raised on farm, and entered the university. as soon as he left college; was Chaplain of the 44th 111. Inf. ; has been Presiding Elder of districts in M. E. Church for some years; was married Sept. 18, 1856, to Sarah Trump. Republican; has recently moved to Normal, 111.

Jackson, Eli I\, brick mason and gas manufacturer; is the son of Jesse D. and Mariam (Montgomery) Jackson ; was born July 4, 1822, in Erie co., Pa. His father was a farmer, and there young Eli spent his boyhood days and received his education ; came to this county in 1839, where he has lived ever since; joined the 1st Baptist Church of Galesburg in 1842 ; was married in 1845 to Hannah A. Purrine ; six children have been born to them, two of whom are not living; enlisted September, 1861, in Co. H, 33d 111. Inf., and was wounded at Mobile ; Republican. P. O., Galesburg.

Jamison, Robert son of Robert and Jane (Warkman) Jamison, natives of Pennsylvania, was born in Westmoreland co., Pa., Nov. 26, 1819; learned the carpenter's trade, but changed to farming, also following other kinds of busint ss ; was married to Sarah Barnes, Jan. 17, 1814. They are the parents of seven children, of whom two are living; removed to Fulton co., 111., in 1855, and thence to Knox county in 1866; was Postmaster four years, and J ustice of Peace three years in Fulton county, and held the same office, also that of School Director, in Knox county. He clings to the Presbyterian faith. Republican. P.O., London Mills, Fulton co.

Jacobi, Abraham, clothing merchant, son of Jacob and Rachael Jacobi, natives of Baden, where he was born in 1824. He received a common-school education at Baden, and began a mercantile life at fifteen years of age, choosing the clothing trade. He removed from Europe to New York, thence to Peoria, and from Peoria to Knoxville in 1850. In 1853 he married Clara Schriesheimer, and the fruits of their marriage are six children. He settled in Galesburg in 1855. Democrat ; and a professor of the Jewish religion. P. O . , G alesburg.

John, Elisha. farmer and slock - raiser, son of Elisha and Elizabeth (Brown) John, was borcf in Clinton co., O., Nov. 21, 1832; was raised on the farm, and attended school in the log schoolhouse; enlisted in 7th III. Cav., Co. K, in 1862, served till July, 1865 ; was wounded ; was married Aug. 12, 1854, to Rachael A. Lewis. They have had seven chi.dren, five living now; member of Christian Church since 1854. Republican. Mr. J. deals in thoroughbred .stock, - short-horn cattle and fine hosjs. P. O., Hermon.

Johnson, Jonas, farmer, born at Halsingland, Sweden, March 9, 1831. His parents, Jonas and Ellen Johnson, were of the same nativity. Jonas was sent to the common school of Sweden, and at the age of twenty-two sailed for New York, where he lived seven years, coming to Knox county in 1860 ; was married Jan. 13, 1857, to Mary Allen Lundquist; united same year with the Missionary Baptist Church, in which he is still a communicant; has held the office of School Director since 1861; has a fine farm in Truro township. P. O., Truro.

Johnson, Rensaleer, one of Knox county's earliest settlers, was born of New England parentage, Moses and Mary Johnson. Rensaleer was born in Pennsylvania Aug. 10, 1804; removed with his parents to Ohio, where he spent his school-boy days on a farm ; came to Knox county while it was in a state of unsubdued nature, settling on the banks of Spoon river, Truro township, as early as 1836; being then in the full vigor of manhood he set about hewing for himself and family a home from the virgin forests; but death found him even here, for he was married in 1827 to Eliza Dilley, again in 1840 to Hannah Livermore, again in 1849 to E. G. R. Wilkins, and he is now a widower; is the father of fifteen children ; and now, at the age of eighty- four, is enjoying the best of health ; is a member of the Rochester Christian Church. P. O., Truro. Johnson, Steohen, Galesburg. Johnson, William,photographer Abingdon, is one of the pioneers of the county, coming in 1835. He is the son of John and Charity (Ryerson) Johnson, the former of Pennsylvania, the latter of Kentucky. He was born in Mercer co., Ky., April 16, 1821 ; attended common school and Cherry Grove Seminary; learned cabinet trade, and in 1849 changed to art pi'ofession; was burned out twice; was Mayor of Abingdon in 1875; married Catherine Merix June 6, 1846 ; have four children. Republican.

Jones, Conley, farmer, son of Stephen and Lyda(Lanpliere) Jones, the former of Vermont, the mother of Pennsylvania, was born in Cayuga co., N. Y., June 26, 1819. His early life was passed on farm, and has always followed farming; came to Maquon township when nineteen years old. He was educated in common schools of New York ; Jan. 2, 1838, married Mary Frink, who has borne eleven children, nine living, five sons and four daughters. Republican. In September, 1875, went to California on a pleasure trip, spending a year on the Pacific slope. While there traveled all over the State. He now resides in Maquon, but still conducts his farms. He has 800 acres of fine land.

Jones, Esech O., miller, son of William and Nancy (McCall) Jones, of Pennsylvania, was born Feb. 15, 1826, in Crawford co., Pa. His education was obtained in the common schools. He learned the miller's trade in youth, and followed it till 1867, when he changed to farming. He came to Illinois in 1839. Sept. 5, 1849, he was married to Maria Brayton, by whom he had twelye children, seven girls and three boys living, two boys dead ; has been School Director for twelve years. Democrat. P. O., London Mills, Fulton co., 111.

Jones, James E., farmer, son of Reece C. and Angeline (Willard) Jones, natives of Ohio, born in Knox county in 1853. He was educated in the common schools, and his life has passed in farming ; removed to his own farm ; married Kezia Hunter,and they are the parents of two children, of whom one is living. Republican. P. O., Yates City.

J link, John, whose parents were born in Pennsylvania, farmers, was born May 6, 1827, in the same State ; attended the public schools ; learned the carpenter's trade; was elected Assessor, Road Commissioner and Supervisor; married to Elizabeth Robertson in 1855, who bore him two children; served as Major in 1st Battalion, Fayette Inf. ; is a member of Henderson M. E. Church, of which he is Trustee. Democrat. P. 0., Henderson.