Knox County, Illinois - Biographical sketches, 1878 (part 1 of 4)

Aldrich D. W., M. D., is a graduate of Bellevue Hospital Medical College, New York, 1874. He was born in Boone county, 111., April 1,1848; is the son of William Aldrich and' Sarah (Bassett) Aldrich; was a student at Knox College, and in 1869-70 attended Rush Medical College at Chicago; was married Aug. 1, 1872, to Margarette McBride, and two children have been the fruits of the marriage; joined the United Baptist Church in 1877; has served as Supervisor and held the office of Coroner of Knox county. Republican in politics. His address is Gilson, where he is engaged in the practice of his profession.

Anderson. A. Cjt., conductor, is the son of A. and Anna M. Anderson, of Sweden ; was born in that country Oct. 26, 1844; came to America when twenty years of age ; married Kate Lundquist Sept. 13, 1870 ; they have one child. Mr. A. is connected with the First Lutheran Church, Galesburg, where he resides. He is a Republican.

Anderson, Re v. Charles, President of Ansgari College, was born in Denmark, July 24, 1848 ; came to America with his parents in 1848 ; graduated at Illinois Stale University in 1863 ; in 1865 served as Chaplain of the 46th Wisconsin Infantry; in 1866-9 was pastor of the English Lutheran Church. Mt. Carroll, HI. ; 1869 to 1873 pastor of Second Lutheran Church, Galesburg; 1871-78 editor of Zion's Banner; 1873-75 Principal of the ''Mission Institute," Keokuk, la. ; 1875 to present time President of Ansgari College, Knoxville. He was married to Nettie A. Whipple; they have four children. Republican in politics.

Anderson, R. F.,farmer ; was born in Virginia Jan*. 6, 1825 ; his parents were David and Mary Anderson, of Virginia. He attended tchool in a log school-house ; came to Illinois in 1855; has been engaged in the mercantile business. Mr. Anderson was Alderman in 1873-4, and Mayor in 1875 of Ya'es City. He was married in 1847 to Miss Martha H. North, and they have had twelve children. He is connected with the M. E Church, and is independent in politics. Postoffice, Yates City.

Anderson, Olof, son of Peter and Betsey (Nelson) Anderson, of Christianstad, Sweden ; was born in Sweden ; is a farmer by profession ; removed to DeKalb county. 111., in 1854, to Knox county, 111., in 1856; was married to Hannah Ellison on the 13th of July, 1859. In political views he is a Republican. In 1854 he united with the Lutheran Church, and is a Trustee. He was shipwrecked oil' tl: e coast of Newfoundland in 1857. All the passengers were lost but 5. P. O. Wataga.

Anderson, William F., merchant, born in Bedford county, Pa., May 17, 1835. His parents, John and Elizabeth Anderson, were natives of Penn. Was educated in the public schools of Penn.; removed to Warren co., 111., thence to Knox county in September, 1858 ; was married to Sarah Cox, and they are the parents of four children ; followed farming for some time ; was a soldier in 102d Illinois Infantry; is a member of the United Brethren Church, of which he is Steward and Class Leader

Allen, Sheldon W., son of Chester and Eunice (Baldwin) Allen, was born in Oneida county, N: Y., Sept. 28, 1808. There he received a common school education. He worked at the tailoring trade until nineteen years old, when illness prevented him from continuing at it longer. He then hired out by the month, and subsequently went into the butcher business, which he followed for twenty-five years ; was first butcher in Galesburg. Mr. A. came to Knox county in 1837, lived three jrears in Henderson township, then moved into Galesburg, where he now resides. His parents spent the last days of their life at his home. In 1834 he was married to Fidelia Leach; by her he had eight children, all of whom are living, and all married. She died Nov. 22, 1855, and he again married in January, 1858, this time to Nancy Shaver; seven children blessed this union, three of whom are dead. Mr. A. has reared a large and much respected family. The following are the names of his children, with occupation: James S., butcher; S. O., farmer; Alden H, butcher; Henry A., J. P.; Norman T., M. E. preacher, Koseville, 111. ; Chester, butcher; Mary F., wife of Job Wykoff, Canton, 111. ; John S., physician, Keithsburg, 111. ; Frank S., car builder, Chicago; Lida K., living at home; Fred R., in hotel, Peoria; and the youngest, Ida D., a little girl. Mr. A. is a zealous and practical temperance worker. His gifts for this noble work show him to have his heart truly in the cause. He is connected with the 1st Church, Galesburg. Republican in politics.

Allen, !S. O., was born at Log City. Henderson township, Knox county, Sept. 10, 1838. He is son of S. W. and Fidelia (Leach j Allen, pioneers of this county; was educated in Galesburg; married Zipporah Edwards Oct. 25, 1860; Dora F., born Aug. 30, 1862; Edwin A., born Dec. 8, 1866; Geo. S., born Dec. 18, 1870; and Laura M., born Sept. 18, 1876, are the fruits of this union; joined Baptist Church, Galesburg, in 1855. Mr. A. is first male child born in colony at Log City. He is an earnest temperance worker. Republican. Runs dairy farm. Postoffice, Galesburg.

Allen,, Kd win, son of Calvin and Eunice (Delano) Allen, was born in Farmington, Genesee county, N. Y., June '23, 1813. Removing to Ohio he was edu- < jatPd in the common schools of Madison county. His early life was passed on the farm, and been very successful ; was married Dec. 5, 1833, and has been the parent of ten children, of whom nine are living; removed to Illinois in 1837; was School Director three years, and has been Road Commissioner three years ; is a Democrat. Postoffice, London Mills, Fulton county.

Ann is, Andrew, son of Eleson Annis (a native of Maine) and Catharine Annis, of Massachusetts. Andrew was born in Maine April 17, 1825 ; in 1831 removed to Ohio, and six years later, 1837, came to Knox county, 111., where he settled on a farm. He was married Aug. 30, 1849, to Leah Brown, who has borne him five children - four boys and one girl ; has served as Road Commissioner and School Director many years ; was received into the Advent Church by Rev. Daniel Clark in 4862, and has held the office of Deacon for fourteen years successively. Republican in politics. Postoffice, Victoria.

Armstrong', William H., son of Wm. H. and Saloma (Bennett) Armstrong (the former a native of Rhode Island and the latter of Connecticut); was born in Connecticut June 28, 1818; was educated at a Theological Academy in Otsego Co., N. Y. ; early life passed in a store, but subsequently he learned the trade of carpenter and civil engineering, which he followed to some extent, but is now an insurance agent ; removed from Connecticut to New York, thence to Galesburg, 111., in 1858; served in infantry, Co. D., in Buffalo, N. Y. ; married Mary J. Autor, Nov. 1, 1848, who died June 1, 1875. They were the parents of ten children. In 1849 he united with the Congregational Church. In politics is Republican. Postoffice, Galesburg.

Avery, Creo., son of Wm. T. and Phebe (Throop) Avery, of Connecticut ; was born in Columbia county, N. Y., Dec. 2, 1802. There in the common schools he received his education, on the farm passed his early life, which business he has continued to follow; married Seraphina P. M. Phelps in 1839. They have six children living, one dead ; has been Deacon of First Church, Galesburg, for 12 years ; in politics a Republican. Postoffice, Galesburg.

!>., was born in Onfida county, N. Y., April 23, 1826. He is the son of A liner and Martha (Blackman) Bacon, the former of Dedham, Mass., and the latter of New York. He was educated in common and select schools, and in the Baptist Seminary at Clinton, N. Y. When not in school he labored in his father's shops or mills, or on his farm in horticultural pursuits ; spent a year in Mississippi teaching and hunting. On his return went to learn dentistry, which led to the study of medicine. He attended lectures at Geneva Medi< al College, then went to the College of Physicians and Surgeons, New York city, where he graduated in 1849; came to Oneida, Illinois, in 1855. He married Louisa S. Knight in 1855. Two sons and three daughters are the fruit of their union. Mrs. B. died Feb. 26, 1871 ; Dr. B. moved his office to Galesburg in 1877.

Bail*, Iievi Cr., merchant, son of David and Mary Ann Bair, of Franklin county, Penn. ; was born at Chambersburg, Perm., March 10, 1842; received his education in the subscription school of Franklin county, Penn. ; came to Illinois in 1851, settling in Knox county in 1860 ; married Amanda Mann Nov. 15, 1866. Three childrea were born to them ; was married again April 5, 1874, to Martha S. Deatherage. Democrat in politics. Was seven years Collector in Rio, Town Clerk two years, and at present Supervisor ; is in good circumstances. Postoffice, Rio. Bair, David, residence, Rio. Baker, C. H., Station Baggage Agent C.t B. & Q. R. R., Galesburg.

Baker, Morvan, farmer, came from New York (where in Washington, July 30, 1819, he was born) to Knox county in 1839. His parents were Newton and Ann (Spaulding) Baker, natives of New York ; Morvan was reared on a farm; had but little schooling; worked at coopering for many years ; has been School Director, Treasurer, Trustee, and Justice of the Peace; was married Sept. 2, 1840, to Alida Lansing. They have had ten children, eight of whom now live; united with the Christian church in 1837. Republican. Postoffice, Abingdon. Bancroft, Addison Newton, grocer, son of William and Sallie (Briggs) Bancroft, of Worcester county, Mass., was born in that county June 4, 1820. He spent his childhood on a farm. At the age of 16 he learned the trade of brick mason, which he followed for twenty years. In 1838 he went to Steuben county, N. Y., where he remained till 1842; then he went to Iowa, where he lived till 1849 ; thence to Galesburg. He married Catharine Blair March 15, 1849. They have had seven children, only three of whom are living. He has been a member of the Congregational Church for more than forty years, and has been an Elder of the First Cnurch for fifceen years. He has been in the grocery business since 1858. He is Republican in politics. Mr. B.'s oldest son, Ed vva- d A., a graduate of Knox College in the class of 1878, won the prize for oratory in the Inter-State Collegiate contest at St. Louis in June, 1878.

Bandy, Richard, farmer, son of Reuben and Libby (Adkasin; Bandy, both of Virginia, was born in Tazewell county, 111., March 14, 1833; was educated iu the common schools of the county. His parents came to Knox county in 1837. He was married to Lucinda Nelson Jan. 15, 1857. He has held the offices of School Director and Road Commissioner for manyyears; is a Republican politically ; and a successful farmer. P. O. Galesburg.

Barber, J. farmer, son of James and Mary ( YlcForlard) Barber, the former a native of Maryland, and ihe la'ter of Ohio, was born in Ohio, Oct. 7, 1848. He was educated in the common schools ; early life passed in learning a trade; followed the business of engineering and sawing, which proved satisfactory to him, but finally changed it to farming; removed from Ohio to Knox county Nov. 28. 1868; was married to Mary Ellen Fields. They are the parents of four children. He has been quite successful as a farmer, and is now in moderate circumstances. In politics he is Democratic. Postoffice, Knoxville.

Barbero, Nathan, son of John and Sarah (Van Patten) Barbero, natives of New York, was born in Montgomery county, N. Y., April 13, 1805; had a little schooling in district school before 10 years old ; reared on farm ; learned the trade of carpenter; built many carding machines at Maquon; drove a team in the war of 1812; came to Knox county in 1839; married Calista W. Loomis March, 1832; parents of four children. Mr. B. drove from New York once wiih 1,500 pounds on wagon in twenty-two days. He is a member of the Christian church ; Republican ; residence, Maquon.

Barker, 'John F., photographer, is the son of Amos and Sophia Barker, both of Connecticut, was born in Nunda, N. Y., Nov. 14, 1831. He received his education in the district schools of Nunda and by study and observation since. Most of his early life was spent on a farm. He learned photography. He was Assistant Postmaster iu Belfast. N. Y., and was Commissary Sergeant and military detective in the late war. He went from New York to Whitewater, Wis ; went back to Nunda, and thence to Galesburg.

Barnes, M. S., editor of Galesburg Press, was born in Malone, N. Y., March 4, 1824. His parents were William and Margaret Barnes, of Vermont. He received a liberal education; learned the printer's trade, and became an editor at 16. He served in Second Illinois Regiment in the Mexican war; was at the battle of Buena Vista - wounded After war conducted SouthportAmerican(Wis.) ; 1849 became editor of J ndepmdentWatchman, Ithaca, N. Y. ; remained till 1856; he then removed to Chicago and became editor Chicago Daily Ledger, and when the war broke out was editor Rock-Inland Daily Register. Helped raise 37th Illinois Infantry ; was commissioned Colonel and served with distinction and afterwards was breveted Brigadier General. Lelt army in 1863 and published Rock Island Union. Raised 140th Regiment, but did not enter field. Gen. B. is perhaps the oldest newspaper man in Illinois. In political views a Democrat.

Barnes, E. F., farmer, son of Ezra and Ann C. (Davis) Barnes, was born May 7, 1840, in Clinton county, O. He was reared upon a farm, and received his education in the common school ; came from Ohio to Knox county in 1868. He married Sarah E. Moon Sept. 29, 1859. They have two sons and two daughters. He has been a member of the Christian Church since 1857. Political views Democratic. Postofflce, Hermon.

Barringer, Henry, son of Peter D. and Elizabeth Barringer, natives of Rensselaer county, N. Y., born at Poestenkill, Pine county, N. Y., Sept. 14, 1821 ; was blacksmith, but changed his trade to that of carpenter in 1874; was in Company K, 83d Illinois Infantry ; in 1853 removed to Pike county, 111., and to Wataga in 1857; married Margaret E Si 'unions July 20, 1844, and they are the parents of one son and one daughter. He is a Close-Communion Baptist, uniting with the church in 1855. Is a Republican. Postofflce, Wataga.

Bartlett, John B., Sr., born at Norridge, Vt, 1805. His father, Geo. C. Bartlett, a native of same place; his mother, Anna (Swain) Bartlett, was born at Newark, JST. J. ; removed to New York, 1807, to Ohio, 1814; came to Rio township, Knox county, 1844; was connected with U. S. mail service in Genesee county, N. Y., and Postmaster sixteen years in Rio; married Sarah Pryne; they have hree sons and two daughters; is a farmer

Bassett, Chas. K., editor Abingdon Register, was born in that city Feb. 24, 1859. His parents are George and Nancy (Wilson) Bassett, the former a native of New York, the latter of Ohio. Charles spent six years in the common schools of Abingdon, and then commenced the printing business, issuing a tiny amateur paper. For his journalistic career we refer to sketch of his paper in this book.

Bateman ,Hon.Newton, President of Knox College, was born in Cumberland county, N. J ., July 27, 1824 ; came to Illinois in 1833. His opportunities for education in early years were very limited. In 1835 he attended the anniversary exercises of Illinois College, and was deeply impiessed with the addresses of the graduates, and then and there he formed the determination that he too would deliver a graduate's oration from that platform. Poverty stared him in the face, and for four years he was prevented from commencing to execute his plans. In 1839 he entered upon preparation. So zealous were his efforts, &nd so remarkable his powers of acquisition, that in less than four months he passed a satisfactory examination, and entered the freshman class. The rigid economy practiced, the arduous labor performed - chopping wood, sweeping rooms, making fires, and all manner of work, besides teaching at intervals, and his constancy of purpose and application, and the marvelous rapidity with which he advanced appear like a stirring romance. While fitting for college he studied in the woods in warm weather ; but when the cool season came on, a huge elm tree which stood near his home was selected. It was hollow. He cut a hole in one side for a door, cleared it out and furnished it with a rough stool and table, and a piece of carpet. In this novel domicil, warmed by a tire in front of the door, the master pursued his studies for months. When he entered upon his freshman year his cash capital was $2 50. He supported himself unaided through his college course; his boarding expenses during the sophomore year averaged only 11 cents per week; and through the whole four years averaged but 45 cents per week.

In June, 1843, he did deliver his graduating oration from that same platform. After a brief attendance at the Lane Theological Seminary, at Cincinnati, he accepted a traveling agency for a historical chart, and traveled extensively in several States, which brought him in contact with many teachers and prominent men, and afforded him an opportunity to become acquainted with the educational deficiencies and needs of the people.

In 1845 he opened a private school in St. Louis. In 1847 he was chosen Professor of Mathematics in St. Charles College, Mo., and remained till 1851, when he went to Jacksonville, where he was elected Principal of the Public Schools. While there he was twice elected County Superintendent of Schools In 1854 he assisted in organizing the State Teachers' Association, and was one of the committee who established the Illinois Teacher. He wa"s one of the first board of editors, and in 1858 principal editor; same year he was chosen Principal of Jacksonville Female Academy. Early in the year he, with others, began efforts which resulted in establishing the Normal University.

Mr. B. was first nominated for the position of State Superintendent of Public Instruction by the teachers in convention in 1855 ; and the following year by the Republican State Convention, but declined. In 1858 he was elected to the that office. He received in all seven nominations by the Republican party, -and five times was elected by a large majority, - one time by a larger majority than any Congressman or State officer had ever received, In 1860 appeared the first of that series of masterly biennial reports which characterized him as one of the leading educators of this country. In these reports he grappled with the profoundest as well as the most practical educational questions of the day. As a teacher he has been eminently successful. He was elected President of Knox college in 1874.

Becker, John, merchant and farmer; was -born in Otsego county, N. Y., June 10, 1811 ; his parents were Philip and Catherine (Wager) Becker, the former of Otsego county, the latter of Columbia county, N. Y. He spent his childhood on a farm, and his educational opportunities were limited to the district schools of his native county. He engaged in the mercantile business at the age ot 18, and continued in it till 1866. In 1844 he came to Victoria, this county, and built a store and started in business. In 1845, June 10, he married Mary Jane Smith, by whom he has had seven children, of whom only three are now living. They removed to Galesburg in 1866. Mr. B.'s attention has been divided between merchandising and farming, he having purchased and managed a large farm which he still owns. Republican.

Beechtel, George, carpenter, born in Penns^ lvania in 183 1 ; his parents are John Y. and Susanna (Gerhart) Beechtel, of Pennsylvania. He was educated in common schools, was musician in the 16th Illinois Infantry ; came to Illinois in 1856, went to Kansas in 1870, and returned in 1874; married Miss E. S. Haines in 1868; two children of the four born to them are living. Postoffice, Galesburg; politics. Republican.

Behringer. George, farmer, son of JMichael and Helen Behringer, natives of Germany; was born in Galesburg Ncv. 4, 1856; moved to Sparta township in 1875; independent in politics. Postoffice, Wataga.

Belden, Marcus, farmer and grain merchant, was born in Greenfield, Saratoga county, 1ST. Y., April 1, 1815. He is the son of Aaron and Sarah (Wood) Belden, of the same county; his early life was spent on a farm, and his education obtained in the common schools and by individual effort. When he was 10 years old his parents moved to Genesee county, N. Y. ; he came to Galesburg in the spring of 1840; since he settled in Illinois he has been engaged in farming and dealing heavily in grain. He has held the office of Mayor of Galesburg, and has been Alderman for six years ; April 21, 1846, he married Ann Norton, who was the mother of four girls. He married LouvicaB. Rigby for his second wife, by whom he has two sons and two daughters; he has been a member of the Congregational Church for years, and an Elder in the " First Church of Christ" for twenty years. He was a strong Abolitionist, and an active member of the Underground Railroad Company; he has hauled many loads of wheat to Chicago, and has camped opposite the Tremont House. Postoffice, Galesburg.

Belden, Clark, farmer, son of W. O. and Nancy Belden, of New York ; was born in Cedar township, Knox county, 111., in 1855 ; was educated at the district school ; he removed to Towa, but returned after a short stay. Mr. B. has alwTays been quite active in society circles. He is a Republican. Postoffice. Galesburg.

wood, natives of Ohio ; was born in this county March 3, 1845, where, in the common schools he was educated ; served as School Director, and is Constable ; was married Aug. 11, 1870, to Sarah E. Shumaker ; two children have blessed this union ; one dead. Democrat. Postoffice, St. Augustine.

Bennett, Willians, farmer, son of George and Betsey Bennett, of England ; was born in England in 1881 ; he spent his early life till 25 years of age in a cotton manufactory, after which he turned his attention to farming ; his education was obtained chiefly in evening schools ; he came from England to Knox county, 111., in 1856; he has filled the office of school director for six years in this county. He married Sarah Chapman in 1860, by whom he has had th. ee children, two of whom are living ; his political views are Republican. Postoffice, Douglass.

Berggren, Angnstns W., Sheriff ; was born in " Aniot," Sweden, Aug. 17, 1840. He is the son of Johan and Karin Berggren ; he received his education in the country schools of Sweden and by instructions from his father, who was a well-read man. He spent his early life until 14 on a farm. At that time he contracted to serve a five-year apprenticeship at the tailor's trade, the first three for his board, the last two for a very small additional compensation. In 1856, his father, five brothers and one sister and himself started to America, and after a nine weeks' voyage in a small sailing vessel they reached New York, from whence they proceeded to Oneida, Knox county. The subject of this sketch worked at his trade in Victoria the first year after his arrival, for $8 per month, at the expiration of which time he came to Galesburg, where he has lived since, except four years spent in Monmouth, Warren county. He was elected City Justice in 1869, at the age of 29, and while fillina; that office in 1872, was elected Sheriff" by the Republican party; he was again re-elected in 1874, 1876, and 1878 nominated for the fourth term, and again re elected. Mr. Berggren has a fine talent for music, and for several years teaching music was his principal occupation; he "was leader of a string band at Monmouth and at Galesburg ; taught and arranged music for bands. He was married to Christine Naslund, March 10, 1866, which has resulted in a family of one daughter and three sons ; he is a prominent member of both the Masonic and Odd Fellow orders, and a high official in each; he has been a member of the Swedish M. E. Church since 1870, and is President of the Board of Trustees of the church in Galesburg. Politically he is a staunch Republican. P. O. Galesburg. Bevard, George, farmer, was born in Huntington county, Pa., April 16, 1801 ; he is the son of John B. and Hester (Smith) Bevard; father born in Ireland, mother in Maryland; his early life was passed on a farm, and his education was such as the common schoolsafforded ; he removed from Pennsylvania to Ohio when that country was new ; left Ohio and came to Fulton county, 111., in 1845, from there to Knox county in 1854; he was married to Hannah Crone Sept. 21, 1826, which union resulted in ten children, of whom four sons and three daughters are living. He has been a member of the Christian church since 1837 ; is a Republican. P. O. Hermon.

Bevier, Celia B. A. L. R. Bevier, her father, was born in Ulster county, N. Y., July 16, 1820, and her mother, Adaline (Misner) Bevier was a native of Sullivan county, N. Y., born April 20r 1826 ; Celia was born at LaFayette. Stark county, 111., May 23, 1855, united with the Stark County Congregational Church, was received by Elder Delle, of La- Fayette. Postoffice, Mitchellville, Iowa. Biggerstaif, William, farmer, was born in Athens county, Ohio, Sept. 11, 1803; he is the son of John and Mary Biggerstaff, the former of Virginia, the latter of Pennsylvania ; he was educated in the common schools, and learned the harness-maker's trade in youth ; later in life abandoned that business and devoted himself to farming ; he also engaged in the mercantile business in Gilson for a time; he came to Knox county in 1851; in 1823 he married Mary Kirgan, and as his second wife he married Debora Ducenberry, in 1877; he joined the M. E. Church in 1833. Politically he is Democratic. Postoffice, Elba Center.

Bishop, Samnel H., farmer, wasborn Feb. 24, 1837, in the State of Pennsylvania ; his parents were John M. and Jane Elizabeth Bishop, the former a native of New York, and the latter of New Jersey; he enjoyed only the advantages of a common school education ; he came West to Indiana in 1852, and to Knox county, in 1860. He was married Jan. 27, 1864, to Amelia Calkins,_ and has three, sons and one daughter living, and one daughter deceased; joined the M. E^

Blair John physician, Abingdon; was born in Franklin county, Pa., Sept. 18, 1845; his parents were James and Mary (Lawton) Blair, the former of Maryland, the latter a native of Ireland. Dr. B. was educated at Dickinson Seminary and Marshall College, Pennsylvania, regularly preparing himself for the study of medicine; be entered the University of Michigan, after which be went to the University of Maryland, where he graduated, holding a place in front rank. He has also attended lectures at the Universities of New York and Edinburgh. In a scientific point of view the Dr. has but few equals, which is shown in a clock constructed by him alone and inside of a period of a year, during leisure. As a piece of mechanism it has no equal. In it are combined the sciences of astronomy, anatomy, mathematics and mechanics. It tells the minutes and hours, and has but one hand; it tells the day of the week, the week of the year, the month and the day of the month. It also tells the time of day in any part of the world ; it explains longitude and time. There are three skeletons: One strikes the time of day, one plays a tune every hour five minutes before striking, the third represents Father Time. On the top of the clock stands two small forts - Moultrie and Sumter - mounted with small cannons; Sumter is fired on by Beauregard, giving the date. It also shows the assassination of Lincoln by Booth, who fires at Lincoln and he drops forward ; this is only visible the day of the year the President was killed. It also shows any historical scene you may want, and as many. It represents the fall of the Southern Confederacy with Jeff Davis in petticoats. Astronomically this clock shows the earth passing around the sun every 365^ days, and on its own axis each day; in passing through its orbit, goes through the twelve constellations or signs of the zodiac, as well as through her seasons she enters her solstices. It shows the moon and all its movements, and all the planets and their movements. Halley's comet is shown, and other wonders. He was married to Sadie Ann Anderson Feb. 27, 1867, who has borne him two children.

Blakeslee, Sala, farmer, son of Sala and Mary (Merchant) Blakeslee, of Connecticut; was born Jan. 14, 1805, in the State of Connecticut. His education was limited to the common schools; he worked a while at the blacksmith trade in bis youth, but abandoned it for the the farm; his parents moved to Ohio in 1817, and he came to Knox county in 1834; he was married on Jan. 10, 1830; he has held the offices of School Director and Commissioner of Highways for many years. Postoffice, Douglass.

Klanchard, Jonathan, was born in Rockingham, Vt, Jan. 19, 1811; he shared the labors and the sports of New England farmer boys, laying there the foundation for that superb physique for which he has since been so distinguished. He attended the district school of his native place, going thence to Chester Academy, where he fitted for college ; he graduated at Middlebury College in 1832. Though but 21 years of age, he was immediately elected Preceptor of Plattsburg Academy, where he taught two years to earn money to continue his studies. Prior to this, however, he had consecrated himself to the work of the ministry, and in 1834 he entered Andover Theological Seminary, where he remained two years.

About this time the cause of human freedom began to revive; the smoke of the slavery controversy began to blacken the air, the war in words waxed fierce, and the valiant little band of anti-slavery workers sent up a cry for help. Mr. Blanchard responded; leaving the seminary, he spent a year in Pennsylvania battling for the right, where he soon became a leader of the noble band of reformers. He then finished his theological course and graduated at Lane Seminary, Cincinnati; was ordained and then installed over the Sixth Presbyterian Church in that city, Oct. 31, 1838, where he remained nine years, serving with so great fidelity that 500 were added to the church. He was also active in the various forms of Christian, temperance and other philanthropic work in the city. Stationed thus on the boundary between the slave States and the free, his antislavery zeal was kept well fired up ; he was sent in 1843 as a delegate to the second World's Anti-slavery Convention in London, and was there elected the American Vice-president of that body.

In 1846 he was called to the Presidency of Knox College. So promptly and completely did he and his amiable wife identify themselves with every interest of the college that before they had been here a month every citizen felt that they had always lived here. During the fourteen years of his presidency here there was not one agency in the village for the promotion of good which did not - receive their aid; be was 35 years of age when he eame to Galesburg. Teaching all day, writing much of the night, preaching a great portion of the time, taking the lead in all good enterprises, caring with fatherly kindness for all the students, spending his vacations in traveling and striving to enlist his friends in the interests of the college. - with all these laoors abundant, it is no wonder that he grew aged before his time. He came here in his early prime, he left here an old, gray-haired man.

When he came, the college was in its infancy ; he graduated its very first class and the 13 following. The "Seminary" had no existence, the ladies' collegiate course being organized under his direction. Financially, also, his administration was a success. He found the college in debt several thousand dollars and running behind, and for several years before he left it each annual report of its treasurer showed it free from debt; the main college building and the seminary was erected and paid for, and when he resigned, the college property was estimated at $400,000 to $500,000. Much of this increase was of course due to the rise in real es'ate; but credit is due to Mr. Blanchard, as he collected or received from personal friends and paid into the treasury over $50,000, which obviated the necessity of sacrificing real estate before it attained its highest value.

He was naturally a teacher, and inspired his pupils with such a love for learning thRtall their future lives felt the influence of that inspiration. He possesses in a wonderful degree that personal magnetism which draws people unto him. In spite of all the seeming hardness which his life-long conflict with evil has developed, or rather with which it has encased him, underlying the strength of his character is a vein of tenderness which makes children always recognize in him a friend.

When his resignation was accepted he was invited to continue in charge of the college the following year, which he did. At its close he became pastor of the First Church. He was closely identified with all kinds of Christian work throughout this county. The first sermon in Oneida was preached by him. In 1860 he accepted a call to the Presidency of Wheaton College, where he has labored untiringly for these 18 years.

He has his faults, but they are the faults of a strong nature, and such as necessarily arise from his hand-to-hand conflicts with evil. A reformer by nature, he must ever suffer, as all reformers do, from being misunderstood by his fellows, because he is in advance of them.

During these years the part which Mrs. B. took was scarcely less important than his. She gave gentleness, regularity and cheerfulness to their whole work.

Bliss, Cyrus, farmer, was born in- 1834,in Chautauqua, N.Y. ; son of Z.G. and Mabel (Gillett) Bliss, the former a native of New York and the latter of Connecticut ; early life was passed on the farm. His general character in youth was honest and upright; moved to Peoria county, 111., in 1837, and settled there until 1853, when he moved to Knox county; in 1855 was married to Angelina Smith, and now are the parents of six children ; in 1839 united with the Christian Church ; has always been engaged in farming, and been quite successful. P. O. Yates City.

Block, Cisarles Owen, merchant, Galesburg ; was born in Muscatine, la., May 8, 1846; had a good common school education; embarked in dry-goods and notion business several years ago in Galesburg with small capital, but now has an extensive trade and carries a large stock.

Bloomfield, John Ii.,farmer, son of Isaac and Mary (Halm) Bloomfield, of Hamilton county, O. ; was born in Butler county, O., June 9, 1836 ; spent his youth on a farm, and obtained his education in the common schools. His parents removed to Montgomery county, Ind., in 1837, and he came to Knox county in 1845. He first married Elizabeth Coziah April 1, 1 858 ; and as his second wife he married Hannah C. Gritton June 25, 18 58. He has two sons by his first wife, and four sons by his second wife, three living and one dead. Politically he is a liberal Democrat. Postoffice Rio.

Bloomfield, William, farmer, was born in Indiana Aug. 18, 1837. He is the son of Isaac and Mary (Hahn) Bloomfield, the former a native of Ohio, the latter of Indiana. He was educated in the district schools; spent his youth on a farm, and his mature life in the same vocation. Came west and settled in Rio township in 1845. He was married to Euphemia Reed Oct. 13, 1865. Their union has resulted in three sons and two daughters; one sm deceased. P. O. Rio.

Bine, Eleanor (Bice). Mrs. Blue was born in Crawford county, Ind., Jan. 17, 1826. Her parents, Jonathan and Margaret, were natives of Hardin county, N. Y. ; received a common-school education ; was married to Wm. B. Blue, and is the mother of five children. Postoffice address, Henderson.

Boden. Samnel, farmer, was born in Pennsylvania March 14, 1809. He is the son of Andrew and Margaret (Fitchjarves) Boden, the former born in Pennsylvania, the latter born in Ireland. His education was limited to the common schools of Pennsylvania. He was reared on a farm, and continued a farmer from choice; came from Pennsylvania to Ohio in 1838, thence to Knox county in 1848. He was married Sept. 25, 1832 ; has been a member of the M. E. Church since 1842 ; in politics,Democrat. P.O. Maquon.

Bo^s, James Bnchanan, attorney, Galesburg, son of John and Isabelle C. Boggs, natives of Pennsylvania, was born in Green Castle, Franklin county, Pa., Oct. 20, 1828; studied law in Chandlersburg, Pa., with McGanahan & Keilly. He came to Galesburg June, 1850; served as City Attorney five years; married Susan C. Weeks, who has borne eight children, but three of whom are living; is member of Presbyterian Church and Trustee. Republican in politics.

Boher, David, farmer, son of John and Rachel (Lewis) Boher of Pennsylvania ; was born July 1, 1835, in Summersett county, Penn., was reared on a farm, and never attended school a day in his life. In 1847 his parents moved to Kentucky, thence to Ohio in 1848, and Mr. B. came to Knox county, 111., in 1858. He married Martha Gooch in November, 1800. Two children are the result of their union ; one daughter living. He has filled the offices of City Marshal of Farmington, 111., and Road Commissioner and School Director. P. O. Yates City.

Bolding, Will., son of Thos. and Sally (Wayuian) Bolding, the former a native of Kentucky, the latter of New York, who were in comfortable circumstances; was born in Kentucky, Oct. 9, 1825, and was educated in the common school ; was of good moral character in youth ; removed from Kentucky to Koox county; in 1805 went from the county and served in the war of the rebellion ; was a School Director in 1874 ; ^earned the trade of a blacksmith, and also followed the life of a farmer ; has been cpuite successful, and is now in moderate circumstances; in 1875 united with the Methodist Church of Victoria; Oct. 20, 187 <", was married to Maria Wayman. Is Democratic in politics. P. O. Knoxville.

Bond, I^evi, was born June 9, 1852, in Ohio. His parents, Walter and Eleanor Bond, were natives of Maryland and Tennessee respectively ; was educated in common schools of Hermon, Knox county, parents coming to the county in 1852 ; was married to Sarah Drumm, Nov. 11, 1875, had one child, died May 13, 1878; joined the Christian Church in 1874; in politics a Democrat. Postoffice, Hermon.

former a native of Maryland, and the latter of Tennessee; was born in Clinton county, Ohio, Dec 15, 1834; received a common school education; moved to Knox county, Sept. 7, 1852; was married Feb. 27, 1802, and has been the parent of eleven children, of whom seven are living; was School Director for four years and Pathmaster in Chestnut township; is a Democrat. Farming has been very satisfactory, and he has been successful. Postoffice, London Mills, Fulton county.

Booth, Jacob, son of Isaac and Mary (Gernell) Booth, natives of Maine, was born June 1, 1821, in Maine. His early life was passed on the farm; received his education from the common schools; learned the trade of wagon maker; also followed o:her business, but changed to farming, in which he has been successful ; married Melinda Housh Sept. 17, 1844, and was again married Oct. 24, 1809, to Edith Martin; moved to Illinois, then to Iowa, returning to Knox county in 1865; was School Director for five years. Is Republican. P. O. Maquon.

Borg, Bev. John F., pastor of Lutheran Church, Knoxville, was born in Sweden, Dec. 13, 1849; his parents were G. A. and Grata (Johnson) Borg, natives of Sweden; came to Galesburg in 1809 ; he was reared on a farm and finished his education at Augustana College, Rock Island, 111., and chose the ministry; was married June 28, 1878, to Miss M. Clay Anderson. Republican.

Bowens, Jacob, born April 11, 1816, in Frankfort, Ohio; his parents were Solomon and Elizabeth (Bush) Bowens, natives of Virginia, educated in the old log school-house in Indiana ; he has been Road Commissioner and School Director in Schuyler county, where he moved in 1854; he came to Ontario in 1865: he was married June 2, 1842, to Esther Hadley, of Indiana, and Aug. 2, 1855, to Zelinda Fuller; had six boys by the first wife, and three girls and one boy by the second; joined the M. E. Church in 18 (3 ; Steward and Class-leader. Republican. Postoffice, Ontario.

Bowhay, Joseph, farmer, son of William and Mary Bowhay, the former of England, the latter of Ireland; was born in Pennsylvania in 1825; his early life was passed on a farm, and his education was obtained in the common schools; he came from Pennsylvania to Illioois, and settled in Knox county, in 1855; married Elizabeth Householder. He has filled the offices of School Director and Road Commissioner; lie is Democratic in politics. Postoffice, Yates City.

Bradbury, James J., artist, son of Benjamin and Hannah A. (Stevens) Bradbury, the former of Ohio and the latter of Illinois, was born in Knox county, Indian Point township, April 17, 1848 ; was educated at Abingdon College ; married July 20, 1869, to Belle S. Mc- Kinnie, who has borne him one child ; he has studied art lrom childhood, and is occupied at. his chosen calling now in Abingdon, where for the last few years he has been a Professor in Hedding College, teaching drawing and painting; he has been very successful in enlarging pictures.

Bradtield. E. H., farmer, son of E. H. and M. A. Bradtield; was born in England in 1828; educated in common schools. His early life was spent in market gardening; later, spent four years in lithographing, and some time in the wholesale grocery business; came to Illinois in 1854; married Mary Crandel in 1862; has six children. Is a Republican. Postoffice, Elba Centre.

Bradford, Harvey S., farmer, was born in Maine, Sept. 27, 1809; parents were Charles and Elizabeth (Brown) Bradford, the former a native of New Hampshire, and the latter of Maine; was educated in the common schools; his early life was passed on the farm ; learned the tanner's trade, but gave it up for farming; removed from Maine to Ohio, thence to Knox county; married to Hester Whitter Oct. 24, 1836. They have been the parents of nine children, of whom six are now living; he has been very successful in business and well prospered. In political views he is Republican. Postoffice, Gilson.

Bradford, Winslow W., son of Wm. S. and Nancy (Youngs) Bradford, both natives of Ohio; was born in Persifer township, Knox county, Aug. 13, 1843 ; his early life was passed on the farm ; received his education from the common schools; was drummer in company H, 102nd Illinois Infantry. April 26, 1866, married Victoria S. Beck. They have been the parents of seven children, of whom five are now living; removed from Knox county to Galena, 111., but returned; he has held the offices of Township Clerk and Road Commissioner in 1869 and 1872; in 1870 joined the church of United Brethren, of which he was Trustee and Treasurer in 1871 ; he

Brain;* rd, Jeptlia, son of Jeptha and Catharine (Comstock) Brainard, the lormer of Connecticut, the latter of Massachusetts ; he was borD in western Oneida county, N. Y., March 17, 1822, and came to Ontario township, this county, where he now lives, in I860; educated in common schools and at the Liberal Institute, New York ; raised as a farmer, he has continued that occupation ever since. Postoffice, Oneida.

Brainard, Edwin,born in Oneida county, N. Y., Nov. 9, 1809 ; his father, Jeptha Brainard, was a native of Connecticut, his mother, Catharine Brainard, was a native of Massachusetts. Edwin received an academic education at Whitestown, N.Y., and chose the life of a farmer; served in the militia; married Mercy White Dec. 21, 1842, four children being the fruits of the marriage; came to Oneida in 1855, where he now lives, still pursuing his chosen occupation of farmer.

Brechwald, Charles, liquor dealer, Galesburg, was born at Klein Winterheim, Germany; he is the son of Michael and Margaret (Fleck) Brechwald; came to United Stales in 1853, and to Galesburg in 1856; in 1863 engaged in the retail liquor trade, and in 1872 in the wholesale trade; he was married April 2, 1854, to Barbara Waltz, and is the parent of seven children, two of whom are dead.

Bridson, Samuel, farmer, was born on the Isle of Man, Dec. 25, 1827; his parents were John and Margaret (Tier) BridsoD, both natives of the Isle of Man; his education was confined to a few months in a common school. He emigrated from his native country to New York, and thence to Knox county in 1853. April 2, 1851, hemarrieel Dolly Cole, by whom he has two sons and one daughter. Farming has been the occupation of his choice; he is a Republican. Postoffice, Hermon.

Briley, Benjamin, farmer, was born fn Olerniont county, Ohio, Feb. 22, 1825. Parents were Samuel and Catharine (McGarvey) Briley, the former a native of Delaware and the latter of Ohio. His early life was passed on the farm ; was educated in the common schools moved to Knox county Marrh 31, 1862; was married March 4, 1851 to Cassandra Smiser. They are the parents of eleven children. Mr. Briley is a Democrat; was Road Commissioner in Ohio six years and six years here; united with Christian

Bristol, Bichard, son of Richard and Lucy (Edgerton) Bristol, of New York, was born in Wyoming county, N. Y., Aug. 29, 1818; was married to Laura J. Smith, Oct. 8, 1845. One boy and one girl has blessed the union; learned the trade of carriage-maker and trimmer. Moved to Oneida, where he now lives, 1855.

Brown, Aaron B.. farmer; was born in Cortland county, N. Y., Dec. 18, 1831. His parents were William and Eunice (Kinney); they were both born in New York State. He was educated in the common schools. His parents moved west to Cook county, 111., in Oct. 1843; thence to Knox county in 1853. He settled in Oneida township; he has held the offices of School Director and Justice of the peace for a number of years. On Oct. 8, 1854, he married Alvira Buck, formerly of Jefferson, N. Y. They have one son. He has been a member of the Universalist church for ten years, and is Trustee of the church. Postofflce, Oneida.

Brown, Benjamin F., M. D., was born in Troupsburg, Steuben county, N. Y., March 5, 1839. He was educated at Troupsburg Academy ; studied medicine three years with Dr. McFarling, and graduated from the Albany Medical College, NY. He was Alderman two years in the city of Oneida. Dr. Brown was Assistant Surgeon three years during the rebellion ; he was married Nov. 20, 1866, to Jennie McCornack' has five children, all boys. He is a member of the M. E. Church ; held the office of Steward for the past five years. Political views, Republican. Postoffice, Oneida.

Brown, James Harvey, son of James and Polly (Baker) Brown, was born in Clinton, Ohio, Sept. 4, 182'3; educated in common schools, and reared on the farm which he continued to follow; married in Nov., 1846, toLyda L. Barnes, who bore him seven children, five of whom now live; joined Christian Church in 1855; has been Deacon for several years; Democratic in politics. Postoffice, St. Augustine.

Brown, George W., inventor of "Brown's Corn-Planter" and proprietor of the extensive corn-planter works located at Galesburg, was born in Saratoga county, N. Y., Oct. 29, 1815 ; he remained upon the farm where he was born until he was 14 years old, when he learned the carpenter's trade, in which he worked many years. In July, 1836. he came to Illinois, locating near Galesburg, being one of the earliest settlers in this section. Previous to coming west Sept. 1, 1835, he was married to Maria Terpening. They did not live in the lap of luxury, but were hard-working pioneers, and he earned a living by farming and working at his trade. Many houses through the county were erected by him. On his arrival in Warren county, he traded his team for a piece of land and went to farming; he had a log house to build for himself, and his neighbors needed his mechanical services. For a long time he went out to work at his trade, and his wife conducted the farm.

In 1848 Mr. B. conceived the idea of turning a cultivator into a corn-planter ; he saw the great need of a machine that would plant the grain which was so universally cultivated as corn was in Illinois. Nature had gifted him with faculties of genius of superior quality, and with untiring energy and perseverance belabored on until he gave to the civilized world one of the most useful implements ever invented. As we speak of this great invention at great length in a sketch of "Brown's Corn-planter Factory," we will not repeat here.

Mr. Brown has been no office-seeker, nor has he held many public official positions, his large business commanding his attention. In 1876, however, he was elected Mayor of Galesburg and served the city well; he joined the Methodist Church in 1835, and ever since has lived a faithful, consistent and conscientious Christian life. He is eminently noted for his zeal and earnestness in religious works. No man in this part of the State gives more abundantly and from purer motives than he. To him the M. E. Church, Galesburg, is indebted for the finest church edifice in Knox county, and the city of Galesburg for much of its business ; he is the parent of three children, one son and two daughters ; James E., born April 12, 1837, is married and associated with his father in the corn-planter business; Elizabeth A., born March 21, 1839, is the wife of Mr. T. L Perrin, a banker of Creston, Iowa, and Sarah J., born June 12, 1844, is the wife of W. S. Cowan, merchant in Galesburg. Mr. B. has not only blessed his race by giving the corn-planter, but also for his practical philanthropy thousands bless his name. He has no great scholastic attainments but is endowed with those eminently superior faculties, rare practical judgment and knowledge, and great native genius.

of Samuel and' Henrietta (Hobhs)Brown ; was born in Nelson county, Ky , Dec. 20, 1803 ; his father was a native of Pennsylvania, his mother of Kentucky ; he was educated in a private school in Kentucky; brought up on a farm. Came to Knox county in 1831, and located on the farm where he now lives in 1832. He participated in the Black Hawk war; was elected Justice of the Peace, but declined 1o serve ; was married to Nancy Hogan Sept. 1, 1840, who has borne him twelve children, of whom six sons and two daughters are living. He is a member of the M. E, Church. A Republican in politics. Postoffice Gaiesburg.

Brown, John V., son of Andrew J. Brown, whose nativity is Jackson county, Ohio, and Mary A. (Ferguson) Brown, native of Hart county, Ky; was born in Knox county, 111., April 23, 1844, has always been a farmer from choice ; enlisted in company D, 7th Illinois Cavalry, Nov. 9, 1863, and served till the close of the war in 1865. Was married to Alice Harshborger, Jan. 31, 1869; joined the United Brethren Church in lb74. in which he was chosen Class-leader in 1875. Postoffice, Maquon.

Brunei*, Henry, was born in Breckenridge county, Ky., Dec. 12, 1812; Lis parents were Henry and Eves (Frymire) Brunei-, of Kentucky. He only attended school a few weeks, in a log house without a floor ; moved to Warren county at a very early date, where he lived for some years ; filled the office ol Road Commissioner there; came to Gaiesburg in 1856; he was married Jan. 8, 1833 ; he has ten children, seven of whom are living. He has been a member of the Christian Church since 1840, is now a Deacon in the congregation at Gaiesburg. Mr. Bruner has been a hardworking man and very successful in life. When he arrived in Warren county he had but 75 cents.

Brunei', Francis II., President of Abingdon College, is the s-on of Henry and Matilda (Claycomb) Brunei', of Kentucky ; was born in Breckenridge county, Ky, Dec. 28, 1833. When about one year old his parents moved to Warren county, 111., locating on a farm, where he attended the country schools until 19 years old. The first school he attended was three miles or more from his home. His father attended the same school, carrying his son behind him on a horse. President Bruner gives his father credit for giving him the best part of his education in the persevering, industrious habits which he cultivated in him under the arduous labors and trials of pioneer life. At the age of 19 he entered Knox College, where he spent 5 years, graduating in 1857 from the classical course. Not being content with this, he earned about $400 teaching, received more from his father, married and went to Germany, where he spent nearly two years in the Royal University at Halle on the Sarle in Prussia. Here he enjoyed the benefit of eminent lecturers; he became proficient in the German language. He visited Berlin and studied the city, then went to Paris, where he spent five months acquiring the French language and hearing lectures on botany, physiology and anatomy, zoology, anthropology, etc., by eminent scholars. He then went to London and home, after three years absence. President B. has always had a love for farming, but from early youth his mind has turned to preaching ; while following the plow he frequently became highly exalted of religious sentiments. He has loved the languages, and while in Europe combined the ancient and modern languages with his Bible, thus ably fitting himself to both teach and preach. One reason for so much special preparation was to be correct in religious matters ; his study of the languages, although never teaching them, has been a source of much strength in preaching. On returning from Europe he labored as an evangelist for about four years; was then ordained Elder in the Christian church, Monmouth, 111., where he preached five years ; resigned and became President of Oskaloosa College, Oskaloosa, Iowa, where he remained for six years ; he then returned to Monmouth and preached, and July 24, 1877, accepted the Presidency of Abingdon College, where his labors have already been felt for good to the school and community. In 1863 he was appointed Captain of Company A, 7th United States Colored Infantry, doing much seivice in the South: from illhealth, resigned. He was elected to the Legislature from Warren cointy in 1866 ; was married to Miss Esther Lane AprL 1, 1858, a graduate of Knox College ; made a profession of faith in Christ at the age of 14, and united with the Christian church. Republican in politics. President B. envies no man because of his success, nor tries to pull him down that he might get his place, for it has so happened that most of the positions he has filled have been such as others had abandoned or would not have.

ton, the former born in Maryland in 1776, the latter in Pennsylvania in 1782. Benjamin was born in Kentucky in 1810; be was educated in the common schools, and spent his early life on a farm. At the age of 25 he eame to Warren county, thence to Knox county, 111. On Dec. 6, 1836, he married Mary Scott, of Kentucky, who has borne him two sons and one daughter, all living. He had one son, Thomas P., in the 102nd Regiment Illinois Volunteers in the late civil war; he has filled the offices of School Director and Supervisor. Votes the Democratic ticket. Postoffice, Galesburg.

Bulk ley. John Adam*, photographer, Galesburg, is ihe son of A. W. and Margaret A. (Coenhoven) Bulkley, the former of Connecticut, the latter of New York City. He was born in Canton, 111., Sept. 23, 1842 ; reared on a farm ; served in the late war three years in Company I, 102nd Illinois Infantry; came to Galesburg in 1871. Was married Sept. 23, 1872, to Emma H. Copley, and has one son ; joined the M. E. Church in 1872. In politics a Democrat.

Bnffum, Matthew, farmer, son of Stephen and Esther Buflum, the former a native of Vermont, the latter of Ohio ; was born in Ohio, Nov. 31, 1820. He grew up on a farm, and obtained his education in a log school-house. He left Ohio and came to Knox county [in 1837J. He married Lidia J. Jobes.

Blinker, Dwight W., merchant, son of Samuel and Silvia (Walton) Bunker, was born Nov. 4, 1846, in Lake county, Ohio. He enlisted in Company K, 45th Illinois Infantry, Oct. 20, 1861 ; was wounded at the battle of Shiloh. He was left on the field to die. He so far recovered that he walked from the battle field to the river, where he remained for seven days in an old tent, upon wet straw without blankets or covering, his wounds not being dressed. From 1864 to 1873 he was engaged in railroad building; served as County Clerk of Harvey county, Kansas, came to Galesburg and embarked in the boot and shoe trade in June, 1874. He married Mary Bell Carpenter, who has borne him one son. Republican.

Bnrkli alter, .Tames L<., County Treasurer, is the son of David and Mary A. (Marks) Burkhalter, of Pennsylvania; was born in Lehigh Co., Pa., April 15, 1835. Educated in common schools and academy, and reared on a farm. He learned the carpenter trade and commenced the building business in 1852 and has followed it since ; came to Knox county in April, 1856. Was married to Martha E. Adle Nov. 2, 1858, who has borne him eight children, six livicg. In

1862 he recruited a company for the Union army ; commenced July 23, completed Aug. 10 ; was chosen Captain and kept recruiting until he raised nearly two companies. His was the first recruiting commission obtained by a Knox county man. He was often detailed in various staff positions, much of the time in charge of sappers and miners. During his last year he served as Assistant Adjutant General, and always received favorable mention in Gen. Buell's reports ; for meritorious services at Beatonsville, North Carolina, was promoted 1o Major; was with Sherman on his march to the sea. He is a Republican, and was elected Treasurer of Knox county in 1875, and re-elected in 1877. Residence, Maquon.

Bnrnangli, George W., carpenter and farmer ; was born Oct. 28, 1830, in Clermont county, Ohio. He is the son of Joseph and Lydia (Black) Burnaugh, both from the Eastern States. He passed his early life on a farm, and his educational facilities were confined to the common schools. He served an apprenticeship of four years at the carpenter's trade, and worked at it five years, until his health failed, when he changed to farming, in 1855. He came from Ohio to Illinois in 1844; lived in Knox county since 1856. He married Rebecca Cramer, March 8, 1855. They have one daughter, who is married, living in Orange township. He is a Republican, and a member of the M. E. Church; has been a Trustee of Orange township. Postoffice, Knoxville.

Butler, James W., has for many 3rears been prominently before the public as an educator and preacher of the Gospel of the Christian Church. He was born in Warren county, Ky., Oct. 2, 1826. His father, Peter Butler, moved to Warren county, 111., in 1829, hence was among the earliest settlers in this part ot the State. In 1853 he removed to Polk county, Oregon, where he died in 1856. His mother was Rachel (Murphy) Butler, of Kentucky. The first school attended by Mr. B. was taught in a log schoolhouse in Warren county, 111. His first teacher was Alexander Reynolds, a preacher; subsequently he received training of that successful teacher, officer and farmer, Howell Haskell. In 1845 he entered Knox Academy, Galesburg, and after two years entered Knox College. In 1847 he entered Bethany College, Bethany, Va,, where he graduated "in 1850, and soon entered upon the ministry. It was under the preaching of Alexander Campbell while at Bethany that he made a profession of religion and was immersed by W. K. Pendleton, the present President of Bethany. Among his class- mates were J. B. New, late Treasurer of United States, and J. W. McGarvy, Professor in Kentucky University. July 1, 1851. he was married to Mary E. Ground, daughter of Henry Ground, who resides two miles west of Abingdon. Mr*. B. has ever been a faithful and devoted wife. In 1853 he was elected Treasurer of Warren county, which position he held until called to the chair of Mathematics in Abingdon College in 1855. The principal work of his life was performed while President of that college, which position he rilled for fourteen years. During the war it seemed the College must fail, the trustees could not pay the Faculty, but President B. assumed all, and by his untiring labors raised it to prominence among Western Colleges. In 1867 he was called to the Presidency of Christian College, Monmouth, Oregon. The trustees of Abingdon College would not accept his resignation, but consented to his absence six months. In Aug., 1867, he and his family sailed from New York city for California, whence, after a short visit, they went to Oregon. Feb. 2, 1868, they started home by rail. At Rowling Springs a heavy snow storm was encountered, which stopped the train and cut off all communications either way. Tne snow filled the cuts to the depth 6f 25 feet. After three weeks delay, and in great danger they proceeded on their way. In 1874 he was called to the Presidency of Christian College, Santa Rosa, California, which position he filled for one year, where he also was Pastor of the Christian church. He is logical and forcible in argument, pleasing and courteous in manner, and possesses rare good judgment. In 1877 he was elected Supervisor, and re-elected in 1878. He has but one child living His son, Seldon H , is a graduate of Abingdon College, also of the^Law Department of the Northwestern University, Chicago.

Butt, Charles Morris, farmer, was born in Champaign county, Ohio, March 10, 1833. He is the son of Thomas D. and Sarah (Williams) Butt, of Greenbriar county. West Virginia. His parents came to Knox county. 111., in 1837. He was educated in the district schools of Persifer township. He still lives on the old farm six miles east of Knoxville, where his parents seit ed forty-one years ago. He filled the office of Road Commissioner in Knox township, in the years of 1875-6-7. Dec. 31, 1857, he married Sarah S. Montgomery, who has borne him one child, a son. Politically, he is Republican. Postoffice, Knoxville.

Ohio, April 4, 1818, educated in common schools in Indiana, and reared on the farm ; learned the blacksmith trade,which he changer! to farming ; was married Dec. 24, 1847, to Rebecca Jane Hamilton, who has borne him three children; united with M. E. Church in 1857; has been Collector, Town Clerk and Justice of the Peace. Republican in politics. Postoffice, Knoxville.

Cadwallader. William O., miller, of London Mills, Fulton county, 111., was born Sept. 10, 1830, in Hahoning county, Penn. ; his parents were Eli and Catharine (Hank) Cadwallader, the former a native of Pennsylvania and the latter of Maryland. He received a common school education ; worked at shoemaking until 1858, then followed other professions and business until he changed to milling, in which he has been very successful. June 11, 1855, he was married to Isabel Sence ; they have been the parents of one child, a boy, who died at three years of age. He removed to Ohio, thence to Iowa, and to Illinois in 1866 ; he is Republican; he clings to the Uninitarian doctrine; was Township Clerk in Iowa, Postmaster in Ohio, and is now Postmaster. Postoffice, London Mills, Fulton county.

Calkins, Edwin J., son of Elijah and Philena (Coleman) Calkins, was born Oct. 23, 1811, in Hillsdale, Columbia county, N. T. ; he learned the carpenter trade in his youth, and followed the business until 1837, when he quit it and went to farming; he settled in Sparta township in 1837, where he has since resided ; he was united in matrimony with Harriet Alvira Park in 1836, who bore him three sons and two daughters; he is a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church, and is one of its Trustees; politically he is a Republican. Postoffice, Oneida.

Campbell. Orange E., editor Knox Republican, is the son of Elisha and Mary A. (Lowell) Campbell, the former of Ohio, the latter of Maryland ; he was born in Knoxville March 7, 1852; educated in public schools and the printing office ; learned the printer's trade quite young ; is City Clerk of Knoxville ; was married June 19, 1873, to Miss A. S. Bull, who has borne him two children ; a Presbyterian in religious faith and Republican in politics.

the son of Asaph and Caroline Carpenter, of Rehoboth, Mass., where he was born June 2, 1828; his parents lived on a farm. Early in life he manifested a genius for invention, which took the direction of landscape architecture; he labored at his chosen art with an intensity of devotioD, without an instructor, until it can be truthfully said he is master of it, having conceived and executed some of the most extensive and beautiful scenic effects, in both private and public grounds, to be found in America. His love for his calling amounts to a fascination, and he still plies himself to it with an unabated zeal. On the 20th of November, 1853, he was married to Mary Elizabeth Winter ; their family consists of two daughters. They came to Galesburg in 1854.

Cash sua ii. J. Ii., farmer, the son of George and Rebecca J (Murphy) Cashman, was born in Clinton county, O., Jan! 6, 1836 ; he had such educational advantages as the common schools of Ohio afforded till he was 14 years of age, when his parents came and settled in Tazewell county, 111. ; he removed to Knox county in 185H, where he has since lived; he has held the offices of School Director and Road Commissioner in Indian Point township; he married Martha E. Bond Dec. 31, 1858, by whom he has one son and one daughter ; he is a Deacon in the Hermon Christian Church; has been a member since 1852 ; Democratic in politics. Postoffice, Abingdon.

Cashman, I. M., farmer, whose parents were George and Rebecca J. (Murphy) Cashman, formerly of Virginia, was born in Tazewell county, 111., Feb. 11,1850; his educational advantages were the High School of Cherry Grove and a course in the Abingdon College ; he was married Jan. 16, 1873, since which time he has lived in Knox county; he has been a member of the Christian Church since 1870; politically he is a Democrat. Postoffice, Hermon.

Castle, Reuben, farmer, was born at Green Prairie, W. Va., Sept. 15, 1813 ; his parents, Henry and Sarah (Curry) were natives of Virginia; he was raised on a farm, and obtained his education in the old log school-house; came to Knox county in 1834; was married March 18, 1841, to Mary Long; they have four children ; has been school Director and Road Commissioner; is member M.E. Church, joined in 1831 ; Republican. Postoffice, Knoxville.

Cattertmi, J. R., farmer, son of Diler and Sarah Ann Catterton, was born in the State of Kentucky Aug. 20, 1819; his only opportunity for education was in common schools ; he served an apprenticeship at. the harness trade at the age of 14 : he followed the business for a time, and then turned his attention to farming; he served in the Mexican war under General Scott, and was a member of the 102d Regiment Illinois Infantry from 1862 in the war of the rebellion; he married Sarah Ann Organ on the 18th day of February, 1849; they have had nine children, four of whom are living; he joined the Christian Church in 1844; politically is a Republican. Postoffice, Elba Center.

Canlkins, Samuel, farmer, born in Washington county, Ind., Oct. 21, 1821 ; married Sarah Ann Stewart Dec. 8, 1842 ; they have a family consisting of eight children living, 2 having died, making ten in all; he united with the Church of the United Brethren faith 1840, in which he served as Steward and in 1843 as Class Leader ; was Justice of the Peace in Henderson township in 1868 ; came to Knox county in 1855 and has never desired to remove. Postoffice, Gilson.

Cawlkins, Albert A., farmer, son of Stephen and Anna (Smith) Cawlkins, both of New York, was born in Columbia county, N. Y., June 1, 1808; his childhood was spent on a farm, and his only educational facilities were the common schools; he learned the trade of house carpenter and plied himself to it for many years, but turned his attention to farming later in life; he came to Knox county in 1836, and settled on section 2, Sparta township, where he has lived ever since ; he was one of the first settlers on the prairie; May 1, 1837, he married Louise M. Park; they have had eight children, six of whom are living; he has been a member of the Baptist Church since 1832; he has been a pronounced Republican since 1850. Postoffice, Oneida.

Chambers, Jacob $., retired merchant, was born in Addison count}-, Vt., March 14, 1816; his parents were Matthew and Hannah (Smith) Chambers, the former born in New Hampshire, the latter in Vermont; Jacob was educated in the common and select schools of his native State; he began the mercantile pursuit in his boyhood and continued in it until 18'J8 ; his father, Matthew Chambers, purchased property in Galesburg with the colony, and erected in a second store in the place; he setthd however in Knoxville, where he remained several years ; then came to Galesburg, where he died in 1869. Jacob went from Knoxville to Whiteside county, but finally settled in Altona, and opened the first store in the town; after conducting his business there successfully for a number of years he came to Galesburg, where he now lives, retired. On Sept, 28, 1857, he married Amanda M. Parsons, who is the mother of three children living and one dead ; he is a member of the First Church ; politically a Republican ; he was for several years Supervisor, and filled the office of Road Commissioner in Walnut Grove township.

Chandler, Charles P., merchant, of Galesburg, was born in Scioto county, O., Aug. 2, 1817 ; his parents were Ellis and Deborah Chandler, the former a native of Pennsylvania, the latter of Vermont ; his education was limited to the common schools in the vicinity of his father's farm, where he remained until he was 23 years old ; on Nov. 10, 1840, he married Azuba G. Miles, who has borne him eight children, seven of whom are living; Ellis Chandler was born Feb. 12, 1846; A. Deborah, born Oct. 29, 1848; Sally Miles, born Oct. 5, 1851 ; Joseph Barton, born June 20, 1854; Charles P., Jr., born Jan. 17, 1859; Stephen, born April 1, 1802; Harriet M , born May 26, 1868. Ellis died Oct. 5, 1847. Moved to Missouri in 1841 ; remained until 1844, when he returned to Ohio, and in 1867 came to Galesburg, where he now resides ; he was Sheriff of Scioto county, O., two terms, and Treasurer one term ; served as Provost Marshal during the rebellion, and in Missouri was elected Justice of the Peace ; he is a member of the M. E. Church, and politically a Republican.

Chapman, Ezra, son of Asa and Susanna (Berry) Chapman, of Providence, R. I., born in Whitestown, N. Y., Jan. 28, 1797; had only a common school education ; machinist by trade, at which he has worked thirteen years, and followed farming since ; has held offices of Justice of Peace and Postmaster ; married Sarah Ann Lanfear April 8, 1825 ; they have had two boys and three girls ; one girl dead and one boy received a wound in army from which he died. After working in machine factory about three years it stopped ; he then went to Western Pennsylvania and worked at a variety of occupations, barely making a living, being just after the close of the war of 1812; at the end of five years Mr. Walcott proposed to open his works, when Mr. C. returned and went to work; the fellow workmen indulged in gambling, but Mr. Chapman would never take part ; he advised all young men to abstain from it. Postoffice, Ontario.

Charlson, Mons, iron molder, *son of Charles Frederick and Catharine (Soldwin), was born in Sweden, Oct. 24, 1822; his early life was spent on a farm, and his education was obtained in the common schools of Sweden; he learned the tailor's trade and followed it for sixteen years; came to this country and settled in Victoria, Knox county, in 1852; he married Ellen Peterson July 4, 1856, bv whom he has had five children, four of whom, two sons and two daughters, are living; he removed to Galesburg, where he now lives, in 1868 ; he has been a member of the Lutheran Church for over forty years.

Chesney, John E., wagon and carriage maker, Abingdon, is the son of Thomas and Hannah (Mitchell) Chesney, of Maryland ; was born in Hartford county, Maryland, in April, 1815; was educated in common schools of Indiana; learned his trade with his father; came to Abingdon April 21, 1842; was married to Hannah J. Swartz June 6, 1844, and the second time to Eliza E. Foster Dec. 21, 1854 ; is a member of the M. E. Church and Class Leader; Republican in politics.

Child, Erastns, son of Charles T. and Clarissa Child, of Connecticut, was born Oct. 4, 1817, in Exeter, 1ST. Y. ; his early life was spent on a farm ; thinking to become a public speaker, entered Oneida Institute, New York, in 1838, graduating in 1841 ; that not proving satisfactory, and after teaching school for a long time, settled down as a mechanic, still clinging in some form to books and the press; has been a regular newspaper correspondent for twelve years ; was the Oneida correspondent for the Galtsburg Republican from the first, and since for the Republican-Register ; he also deals in the Simmons' sash supporter; was married April 29, 1846, to Rachel Foster, of Whitestown, N. Y. ; of their children Sarah E. is now the wife of F. B. Webb, Bedford, la. ; Charles F. met his death by scalding when young, and Julia I. is with her parents ; he came to Oneida in 1855; was a radical Abolitionist, now Republican. Postoffice, Oneida.

Christianer, Frederick, dentist and jeweler, Abingdon, is the son of August T. and Dorothea J. (Obrock) Christianer, natives of Germany, where, in Ostercappeln, Nov. 22, 1829," he -was born ; when 16 years old he came to America, going to St. Louis; in 1846, commenced business for himself; moved to Canton in 1849 and to Abingdon in 1856, where he has since lived; he bas served as City Clerk ten years, Justice of Peace and Police Magistrate for eight years, also Township Clerk and School Director; in 1869 was elected County Superintendent of Public Schools and served four years ; married Dec. 5, 1850, to Jane E. McMillen.

Churchill, Geo., Principal of Knox Academy, Galesburg, was born in Winfield, N. Y., April 2, 1829 ; he is the son of Norman and Anna (Eggleston) Churchill, ihe former born at Hubbardton, Vt., Nov. 5, 1799, his mother in Batavia, N. Y., Jan. 24, 18)0. George was reared on a farm, attended school and worked at mechanical labor, and graduated at Knox College in 1851 ; he came to Galesburg with his parents in 1839, and since remained here save two years passed at Farmington, 111., where he had charge of the High School ; he has given particular attention to educational matters, and has clone much to give Galesburg the excellent school system she now enjoys ; he visited schools in different parts of Europe, especially in Germany, and studied their systems; he worked faithfully 4 years to consolidate the 8 district schools of Galesburg and inaugurate the present system ; was Chairman of the Committee of Citizens who prepared the charter of the schools and got it through the Legislature, and finally effected the organization; he employed, mostly at his own expense, Hon. William Baker, of Connecticut, to labor in the city for this end ; he served as Alderman 4 years; is present City Engineer and has been for 8 years ; is member of both the Board of Park Commissioners and Library Board ; was member of Board of Education 14 years : was employed 1 year as Assistant Civil Engineer on the Central Military Track Railroad, and has done much surveying through the country. He has been Principal of Knox Academy since 1855; he joined First Church Galesburg in 1846 ; he is deacon, and has been for 20 years, and is also Superintendent of Sunday-school, wdiich position he has occupied with great success for 21 years. He prepared an elaborate history of Galesburg in 1^76, to which we are indebted for much valuable information. Prof. Churchill was married first time in 1855 to Clara A. Hurd, again to Ada A. Hayes in 1858, and the third time to Ellen S. Walker in 1869 ; is the parent of 4 sons. Republican.

Churchill, Norman, Jr., ice dealer, son of Norman and Ann (Eggleston) Churchill, the former a native of Vermont, the latter of New York, was born in Herkimer county, N. Y., July 16,

1833 ; educated in common schools and reared on a farm ; came to Galesburg with parents when 6 years old ; was married Nov. 20, 1863, to Ann E. Hinsey; they have three children. Republican "in politics.

Clark, Dennis, County Judge, was born Aug. 14, 1817. in Washington, Ind ; his parents were Walter and Mary (Young) Clark, the former of Virginia, and his mother a native of New Jersey; he was educated in common schools, and attended Cherry Grove Seminary in 1841-2; his early boyhood days were passed on a farm, and in the year 1837 commenced teaching school in winter and farmed in summer; followed this for several years ; after he was married commenced the study of law at home; admitted to the bar in 1866 ; he was married April 10, 1845, to Martha Meadows, who has borne him ten children, five of whom are dead. Judge C. is one of the pioneers of Illinois: he came to the State in 1823 with his father, who moved to Wisconsin in 1828, where shortly after he was poisoned drinking mineral water, when the whole charge of the family fell upon Dennis; with an ox team he has made trips 50 miles to provide food for the family; in 1829 family moved to St. Louis, then to Sangamon county. 111., where he was bound out to a farmer; he got $5 ahead, left and came to Knox county in 1833, settling near Abingdon; he served as Captain of military company in 1836 and for several years afterwards; has been Township Clerk, Overseer Poor, and in Nov., 1865, was elected County Judge, and re-elected three times since ; during the war he was enrolling officer, and labored earnestly to relieve the families of soldiers who were in the field; he is possessed of good practical judgment, sympathetic, always ready to accommodate, benevolent, and is highly respected and honored; in politics he was formerly a Whig, but now a Republican ; he resides at Abingdon.

Clark, W. E., farmer- Postoffice Abingdon; Republican; was born in Haw Creek township, Kuox county, Feb. 28, 1838; he is the son of Wm. M. and Lydia (Carmichael) Clark, the former of Kentucky, the latter North Carolina ; was educated at select school Knoxville and Heckling Seminary, Abingdon ; in 1861 enlisted in 8th Missouri Zouaves; discharged July 9, 1864 ; was married July 4, 1866 ; joined the M. E. Church in 1853, wife joined in I860; served as Class Leader, and been an Exhorter.

Clark, Luther, son of Abram and Anna (Wise) Clark, natives of New York, was born in Tioga county, N. Y., July 1, 1829; was raised on farm and educated in common schools; came to Orange township in 1843, where he still resides ; was married Feb. 3, 1859, to Sarah Yeager, who has borne six children, all living; politically a Democrat. Postoffice, Knoxville.

Clay, H. H., farmer, was born in Windsor county, Vt , in 1838. His parents wore John and Louisa M. Clay ; they came to Knox county in 1840. He attended the common schools, and was one year at Lombard College. His early life was passed on the farm where he now lives, in which vocation he has been quite successful. He enlisted in the I02d Regiment Illinois Infantry in 1861 as a Lieutenant, was promoted to Captain, and afterwards to Major, for bravery. He ' commanded the regiment from Atlanta to Goldsboro, N. C, under Sherman during his famous "March to the Sea," and was with the regiment in every battle. He is a Democrat. P. O., Galesburg.

Clearwater, Abraham S., son of Jacob and Esther (Shealy) Clearwater, natives of New York, was born in Montgomery county, N. Y., May 3, 1818; reared on a farmland educated in common schools ; came to Knox county in 1843; was married April 13, 1856, to Margaret J. McGreggon, who has borne him one boy and one girl. He joined the Baptist Church in 1837, and is connected with Ontario Church. Republican in politics.

C lesson, Joseph, farmer, son of Joseph and Mehetabel Clesson, was born in Deerfield, Franklin county, Mass., in 1818, where he received a common school education. He came west and settled in Shelby county, 111., in 1837, where he remained until 1842, when he removed to Knox county, where he still resides. He has filled the offices of School Trustee and Road Commissioner. He was married in 1844; is now living with his third wife, Hepsia Carr; is a professor of religion, but not connected with any church ; is a Democrat. Postoffice, Yates City.

Cochran, Andrew, son of Simon and Margaret Cochran, natives of Virginia, was born in Franklin county, O., Aug. 27, 1809 ; was raised on a farm, and attended the subscription schools ;learned blacksmithing, and in 1867 went into the drug business; came to Illinois in 1837; was married to Nancy I. Cannon Aug. 22, 1833; has been School Director, Assessor and Postmaster; joined the M. E. Church in 1825, held church offices; Republican ; resides in Abingdon.

Codding:, Albert S., son of Albert and Abigail Codding, of Canandaigua, N. Y., was born in a log cabin on section 6, Victoria township, Knox county, May 1st, 1846. His education was acquired at a district school half a mile distant; is a farmer from choice ;. served five months as a private in the war of the rebellion. He was married to Eleanor Clesson Aug. 4, 1874. They have two children, both girls. He is a professor of religion, but is not connected with any church. His postoffice is Victoria.

Coftnian, William, farmer and stock dealer, was born in Chestnut township, Knox county, Aug. 12, 1858. Hi& parents were Samuel and Mary (Burnside) Coffman ; his father was a native of Clinton county, O., and his mother a native of Virginia. He was educated in the graded schools of Chicago and in Bryant & Stratton's Business College. He lived with his parents in Chicago from the age of thirteen till he was eighteen, since which time he has resided in Knox county. His postoffice address is Maquon.

Coleman, James, son of James & Sarah Coleman, of Pennsylvania, was born in Mercer county, Pa., Dec. 27, 1830; was reared on a farm, and sent t> common schools; was married Nov. 1, 1859, to Charlotte Kane ; they have four children ; is a strong Republican. Postoffice, West Jersey, 111.

Collinson, Charles, farmer, son of Thomas and Hannah, natives of England, was born at Yorkshire, Eng., May 14, 1826. and spent his early life in the coal mines of Pennsylvania, where he went with his parents at the age of four years; came to Knox county in 1852 ; was married July 17, 1847; is the father of eleven children; united with M. E. Church in 1857, has acted as Steward and Sunday-school Superintendent; served three years in the war for the Union as Corporal ; Democrat. P. O., Galva, 111.

CollinSOn, M. Thomas, his father, was born in England, and his mother, Louisa, was a native of France ;. George was born in Pennsylvania April 12, 1846; spent his early clays on a farm;.

removed to Lynn, Mass., in 1851, and soon after came to Illinois; married Mary A. Murray May 22, 1868, and they have three children, all girls; has been a member of the Board of Education in the Collinson Academy nine years; is a Democrat in politics. Postoffice, Altona.

i 'ollinson, Henry Cir. His father, Simon L. Collinson. was a native of England, and his mother, Mary M. Collinson, born in Pennsylvania. Henry was born in Lynn township, Knox county, Jan. 4, 1840, where he has a fine farm. He has always been a farmer from choice; served in the war for the Union three years; married March 7, 1867, Miss Jannett McKie, who bore him two sons, neither of whom is living; united with the Presbyterian Church in 1870. Postoffice, Altona, where he now resides.

Collinson, Simeon L.., is the son of Thomas and Mary (Kirby) Collinson, natives of Yorkshire, England; Sim- -eon was born July 7, 1806, in Yorkshire, England ; spent his youth and received his education in his native country ; came to America and settled in Pennsylvania, where he spent five years in the coal mines; came to Illinois, Avhere he engaged in farming, accumulating a large property, and is now the owner of 1,700 acres of beautiful farm land; has been twice married; Nov. 5, 1834, to Mary Craver, who bore him nine children, five boys and four girls; Nov. 21, 1874, to Mrs. Jane McClure, one son being the issue. Has held the office of School Trustee eight years; first Assessor after township organization two years ; Road Commissioner, ten years ; served seven years in Pa. Light Inf. under the State law; always led a moral life, resolving when young never to gamble or lead others by his example into bad habits. Postoffice, Altona.

Collinson, Thomas W., born in Pennsylvania July 2, 1835, is the son Simeon Collinson, native of England, and Mary Collinson, born in Pennsylvania. He came with his parents to this county in 1838, when but three years of age, and is therefore one of the earliest settlers of Knox county. He chose the best of all occupations, that of farmer, in which he has been very successful ; was married on Nov. 25, 1858, to Miss Sarah Brooks, from which union sprang eight children, seven boys and one girl, two of whom are dead; has served as School Director ten years. Postoffice, Altona.

Colton, Channcy S., retired merchant and capitalist1, was born in Springfield, Luzerne co., Pa., Sept. 21, 1800. His parents were Justin and Abigail (Sill) Colton: and were both natives of New England. Soon after the birth of Chauncy they returned to Massachusetts. He was educated in the common schools of that State. In 1820 they removed to Maine, where five years later he was married to Emily H. McLanathan. In 1836 he came Avest. In the spring of 1837 he was the first to break ground for building on the site of Galesburg. He erected the first store in the infant village that summer, and filled it with the first stock of goods ever brought to this part of the county. For thirty years he carried on a general merchandising business. At the close of this long and successful career he retired from mercantile life. He has been always actively identified with the educational interests of the county; he has for many years been Trustee of Knox College, and is now its Financial Agent, and has by his wise counsels, ardent labors and generOus donations been efficient in building up this institution. He was one of the chief originators of the Chicago, Burlington & Quincy Railway, and has been one of its Directors ever since the company was organized until recently. Its present charter was obtained by him. Though Mr. Colton is A^erging upon four-score years he is remarkably AA'ell presented and active, and has personal management of the affairs incident to his large estate.

Colton, Hon. Francis, President of the Farmers & Mechanics' Bank, Galesburg, was born in Monson, Mass., May 22, 1834. He is the s^n of Chauncy and Emily H. (McLanathan) Colton; his parents came to G-alesburg in 1837 ; he greAv up amid the native beauty and expansive freedom of the broad prairies, and spent his early school days in the public schools of Galesburg. finishing up with a classical course in Knox College, where he graduated in 1855. On leaving school he engaged in the mercantile business with his father, in which he continued until 1864, when he was elected Vice President of the First National Bank of Galesburg. He filled this office for two years, and at the same time held the office of Internal ReArenue Collector. In 1866 he was appointed tJ S. Consul to Venice, and held the position four years, returning to Galesburg in the fall of I860. He assumed the duties of a general officer of the Union Pacific Railroad in October of the same year, and had charge of the general passenger traffic. In 1S70 he was appointed Foreign Agent of the U. P. and C. P. Railways ; and sent to Japan, China and India to arrauge for the tea and silk trade of the Orient. He also at the same time made a circuit of the globe, and established several thousand agencies in Europe and Asia, for a gen- eral passenger and freight business between Europe and Asia via the United States. To him is also due the honor of introducing "round the world" tickets. In 1871 he was elected to tae presidency of the Farmers & Mechanics' Bank, which position he now rills. He again went to Europe in a semi-official capacity; he was chosen Centennial Commissioner for the State of Illinois in 1876. During his residence in Europe he achieved some journalistic honors as Vienna correspondent for the Tribune and other New York journals, which he maintained during and subsequent to the Austrian-Prussian war.

Colton, Gad Dudley, manufacturer, was born Jan. 10, 181(5, at Monson, Mass., which was also the native place of his parents, Justin and Abigail (Sill) Colton. He was educated in common schools ; learned the building and cabinet trade; came to Galesburg in 1837, where he built the first store building. In 1854 built first shop run by steam in Galesburg; in 1856 erected a planing mill; was burned out Nov. 17, 1864. In 1865 G. D. Colton & Co. added a foundry and machine shop and denominated it Novelty Machine Works. He is a member of the Congregational Church, having joined in 1839. He has been four times married, and is the father of ten children, of whom only four are living. Residence, Galesburg.