Sangamon County, Illinois - The whole text, 1912 (part 16 of 46)

GAFFIGAN, Michael. - Iveland is well represented in the business life of Springfield, there being men from that land in almost every line of commercial and industrial activity. One who has attained more than the average amount of prosperity is Michael Gaffigan, one of the city's grocers. He was born in County Mayo, Ireland, November 5, 1848, a son of Patrick and Cecilia (Flanerry) Gaffigan, the former born in County Mayo, Ireland, as also was his wife. In 1851 the father came from his native land to Pennsylvania, where he found employment as a coal-miner. He had the misfortune to lose his wife in that State in 1854, but survived until September, 1870, when he, too, passed away, aged fifty-seven years. In July of that year, he had come to Illinois, and the change did not appear to agree with him, as he died two months later. His wife remained in Ireland, with her four children, until the year 1853, when she joined her husband in Pennsylvania.

Michael Gaffigan was educated in his native land, and attended school for a short time in Pennsylvania. When a mere boy he went to work in the coal mines, but in 1865 made a trip to Illinois, returning east the next year. During the following fall he returned to Illinois and worked in LaSalle and Peoria at whatever he could find to do. In 1867, he came to Springfield, and in December, 1870, he opened up his present grocery business, which he has since conducted in a profitable manner. In addition to his business, he is also owner of the building in which it is conducted.

Mr. Gaffigan was married in Springfield, Ill., in September, 1875, to Margaret Proctor, who was born in England. After her demise, he married in 1889 Margaret Hickey. The following children have been born to him: James, Tersa, Helen, Patrick, Lizzie; and Cecilia, deceased. Mr. Gaffigan was brought up a Catholic, and has been faithful to his membership in that Church. Politically he is a Democrat. His business relations with the general public have been of a satisfactory character, for his customers know that they can depend upon him, and trust him accordingly. He enjoys a large trade, and knows how to furnish the people what they want at satisfactory prices.

GAINES, David, a highly respected and substantial resident of Springfield, enjoying the comforts of a handsome home, situated at No. 2039 Hast Clay Street, is a retired farmer and deserving of honor as a veteran of the great Civil War. He was born in Western Tennessee, July 18, 1834, a son of John and Polly (Smith) Gaines, the former of whom was born in Ireland and the latter in Tennessee. John Gaines came to the United States in early manhood and settled in Tennessee, where he was engaged in farm pursuits until the end of his life. He married there and his two children were born on the old homestead, the only survivor being David, of Springfield.

In the schools near his father's farm Mr. Gaines obtained his schooling, and farming be- -came his occupation. In 1861 he moved to Illinois, settling in Jefferson County, where he resumed farming and continued until 1863, then enlisted for service in the Civil War. From Washington County, Ill., he entered Company I, Forty-ninth Illinois Volunteer Infantry, with which command he remained until the close of the war. He took part in a number of severe battles and did not escape all the dangers that attend war, being wounded by a shell at Nashville, Tenn. He was honorably discharged and mustered out at Paducah, Ky. After the war Mr. Gaines went to Missouri, where he visited for a time, but did not invest in farm land until after he returned to Washington County, Hl. After a few years of farm life there he sold to advantage and moved to Springfield in 1881, where he lived for a short time, then moved to Morrisonville, purchasing a residence there. In 1896 Mr. Gaines returned to Springfield and

Mr. Gaines was married in Tennessee, in July, 1856, to Miss Charlotte J. Marcrum, who was born im Kentucky, January 8, 1836, a daughter of Hlijah and Hattie Marcrum, both of whom were natives of Kentucky, died on their farm in Allen County. Mr. and Mrs. Marcrum had thirteen children, all of whom have passed away except Mrs. Gaines and a brother, the latter of whom lives near Centralia, Ill. To Mr. and Mrs. Gaines eight children were born and four of these are living, namely: Anna, wife of Henry Turner, of Springfield; James, who lives in Oklahoma; Emma, who is the wife of Edward Goff, a plumber by trade, at Springfield; and. Frank, who lives at home. There are seven living grandchildren. Mr. and Mrs.

Gaines are members of the Methodist Episcopal Church. He is identified with the Republican party and belongs to the G. A. R. Post at Morrisonville. Mr. Gaines is a man who has won the esteem of his fellow citizens through uprightness of character and those neighborly qualities which help smooth the pathway of life.

GALLAGHER, Patrick (deceased). - Closely associated with the commercial development of Springfield are the names of many persons now deceased, to whom the city owes much in every way. Not only were they enthusiastic as to the future of the city, investing time and money in it, but they brought trade to their community and raised its financial standing. One of these representative citizens was the late Patrick Gallagher, who for nearly thirty years was one of the city's leading merchants. He was born in Ireland in 1832, a son of Egbert and Mary (Allen) Gallagher.

The parents came to the United States, locating in New York City. The father obtained employment in a brick yard and they spent the remainder of their lives in that city, dying there. They had children as follows: James, John, Mary, Ellen, Anne, Margaret, Ellen (II) and Patrick. The latter was fifteen years of age when the family emigration took place, and finished the education begun in Ireland in his new home.

About 1861 or 1862, he came to Springfield, and immediately recognized the future of that city, and decided to make it his permanent home. For the first seventeen years he was in the employ of the United States Express Company, during which time he carefully saved his money and was able, at the expiration of his service with the company, to embark in a grocery business on the southeast corner of Eleventh and Adams Streets. Here he continued until his death, gradually enlarging his business as trade necessitated and warranted. He was known over a wide territory as "the honest grocer," and held customers for years.

(Daly) McCormick. Mrs. Gallagher was born in Limerick, Ireland, in 1859, aud had the misfortune to lose her parents, who died in their native land. A brother and two sisters still reside there. She was a young girl, under twenty years of age, when she came to the United States with relatives. The little party landed in New York City, whence they came on to Springfield. Mr. and Mrs. Gallagher became the parents of children as follows: Mary E., now Mrs. J. C. Wessenberger, of Springfield; James E., at home, having succeeded his father in the management of the store; John died in infancy; Catherine, Annie, Hugh and Margaret, all at home.

Mr. Gallagher was a member of the Roman Catholic Church from boyhood and was connected with the parish of the Church of the Immaculate Conception in Springfield. The Democratic party had his earnest support from the time he cast his first vote. He was a genial, hearty man, whose honesty of purpose and thorough conception of right dealing was never questioned. He was fond of his home and family, and no man was every prouder of his children. He possessed in marked degree those excellent traits of character which distinguish the Irish race and make them prominent wherever they are found. Stanch in his friendships, he was loyal to those who needed him, and no man appealed to his sense of justice in vain. When he died, in 1905, there were many who felt that they had lost a warm, personal friend, and one that could not be replaced.

for one like Mr. Gallagher not to be sadly missed, and his memory is kept green, not only in the hearts of his immediate family, but by those with whom he was in daily association in his business relations.

GALLIGAN, Bart. - The Springfield Bar has some eminent men, whose names are known all over the central part of the State, as fairly representative of all that is best in the legal profession. They are men whose caliber has been proven; who have gained their prominence by hard work and unremitting study, and who are permitted to practice in any court in the State. Among these able lawyers, one of those most deserving of mention is Bart Galligan, who was born in Fancy Creek Township, Sangamon County, Ill., April 4, 1859, a son of Bart Galligan and his wife, Ellen (Riley) Galligan. Both were born in County Cavan, Ireland, and brought to the vicinity of Toronto, Canada, when only six years of age. The father was brought by an uncle and the mother by an aunt. These childhood playmates grew up together and married, and for some time thereafter lived in their old home. In 1858 they emigrated to the United States and located in Fancy Creek Township, where the father still resides, although he lost his wife in 1905. He has always carried on farming, and has been important in his vicinity, holding various town- ship offices, although he has had no desire for a public life. He is a consistent member of the Catholic Church, as was his wife. Hight children were born to this couple, seven of whom survive, Mr. Galligan, of this record, being the second in order of birth.

After finishing his district school course in Fancy Creek Township, Bart Galligan Jr. farmed for three years, then spent a year at Wesleyan University. Later, entering the university at Valparaiso, Ind., he took a scientific and law course, graduating in the Class of 1888. Directly following this he located in Springfield, which has been his place of residence ever since. Mr. Galligan has built up a large law practice and has been connected with some of the most important jurisprudence in his part of the State. While a Republican in national matters, in local elections he believes in voting for the man rather than the party. Though his friends believe him well fitted for a number of offices within the gift of the people, he has never cared to accept nomination for any of them, preferring to deyote himself to his profession.

In June, 1898, Mr. Galligan was united in marriage with Elizabeth Fortune, daughter of John Fortune. Two children have been born to Mr. and Mrs. Galligan: Virginia V., and Francis B., both attending school.

Mr. Galligan is a keen, shrewd, able lawyer, who thoroughly understands his profession, and is noted for his eloquence in presenting his cases. However, he does not depend upon this, but works them out in a clear, forcible, logical manner, that presents the salient points to the jury and insures a fair and just decision.

GALYEN, George E. - No more striking example of what a man can accomplish through the force of his own ability and perseverance, through the sheer strength of his determination to succeed, can be found in Sangamon County than that furnished by the career of George E. Galyen, of Pawnee, Ill., who in a few short years has raised himself from practical obscurity and humble circumstances to a place among the substantial men of his section and the office of chief executive of his town. Mr. Galyen was born in Sangamon County, May 12, 1874, a son of William R. and Harriet A. (Sanders) Galyen.

William R. Galyen was born March 15, 1844, in Smithville, Dekalb County, Tenn., and was married in Sangamon County, Ill., to Harriet A. Sanders, who was born in that county, August 16, 1853. Mr. Galyen resided in his native county until two years old, when he moved with his parents to Kentucky, but when thirteen years of age he went back to Tennessee, settling in Smith County. In 1861 he left home and joined a Confederate company at Dixon Spring, Tenn., went to Nashville, and on April 18th was ordered to Trousdale, where the company was drilled until being mustered into the service May 18, 1861, as Company A, Highth

Tennessee Infantry, under Col. Fulton, Brig.- Gen. Daniel Donaldson and Div.-Gen. B. T. Cheatham. The company arrived at Manassas, Va., the day after the terrible battle at that place, and here Mr. Galyen first saw a dead soldier. On the trip to that point he had taken his first ride on a railroad train, riding on top of a box car and being compelled to lie flat to avoid being swept off when the train went through a tunnel. From Manassas the company went to Petersburg, Va., and then was ordered to West Virginia, Mr. Galyen doing picket duty most of the time. They finally took up winter quarters at Pocahontas. They went thence to Cheat Mountain, where Mr. Galyen first saw a man killed, a party of Confederates surprising a bunch of Union pickets playing cards, killing one of them and making the others prisoners. While camping on Cheat Mountain he could look down into the valley and see 15,000 Union soldiers camped there, and much excitement was caused in the camp on one occasion when a stampede in the horse corral led the Southerners to think that the Federal troops were upon them, only later to find that a large bear had invaded the corral and caused the stampede. At this time Mr. Galyen first saw that famous general, Robert E. Lee. Mr. Galyen's company then went to Stanton and later to Beaufort, S. C., where they did picket duty on the coast until shelled by the gun-boats, then went to Shiloh, where they arrived the day after the main fight. The army then fell back to Corinth, Miss., remained for one month, then went to Tupelo and remained until September. They then went to Chattanooga by train, marching thence into Kentucky with Bragg's Command, and taking part in the great fight at Perryville, where 30,000 men on each side fought from eleven o'clock in the morning until dark, October 8, 1862. They then went to Cumberland Gap for the last time and next to Stone Mountain, where Mr. Galyen received a scalp wound, December 31, 1862. After the fight there, the whole army being engaged, the Southern forces fell back to Chattanooga and camped most of the summer of 1863 on the side of Missionary Ridge. Later they were ordered to Chickamauga and went thence back to Chattanooga, where November 23, 1863, Mr. Galyen's company was ordered to guard a bridge. The Union soldiers had reached there first, howeyer, and just as the Confederates were within range opened fire, Mr. Galyen receiving a bullet in the leg that splintered the bone. He was taken to Atlanta, Ga., where he remained until 1864, and then was taken to Covington for two months and was retired from service for six months and sent to Fort Gaines, Ga., where he stayed until the winter of 1864, being then sent to Columbus Springs. The company then went to Macon, Ga., until the surrender of Wilson's Cavalry, and Mr. Galyen went to Nashville, where he was paroled in June, 1865. After the war he came to Sangamon County, Ill., and worked on various farms until his marriage, after which he started farming on his own account and so continued until 1890, when he retired and moved to Pawnee, where he was residing at the time of his death, January 16, 1910. His widow survives him and makes her home with her daughter in Pawnee. Mr. Galyen Was one of the prominent men of Pawnee Township and was active in public matters, being one of the first members of the Township High School Board of Education, and served as Justice of the Peace and Assessor for many years. He was a Democrat in his political affairs and his religious belief was that of the Baptist Church.

George E. Galyen was educated in the public schools of Pawnee and lived at home until nineteen years of age. Until he was seventeen he engaged in farming, but at that time started to learn the trade of barber, at which he worked for two years. He was married in July, 1893, and went to Springfield, where he remained until winter, then came to Pawnee and opened tonsorial parlors of his own, conducting them with much success for ten years. In April, 1908, he sold out and went on the road, Selling groceries for the E. C. Harley Grocery Company, of Dayton, Ohio. Several months later he became a clerk in a store in Pawnee, but two years afterward engaged in the real estate and insurance business, in which he has been engaged to the present time, also being identified with Twist Brothers Grain Company.

Mr. Galyen has always been a Democrat, and is strictly a Local Optionist, on which ticket he has been elected to fill various positions of honor and trust. He is now President of the Village Board, Township Treasurer and Vice-president of the Law and Order League. His fraternal connections are with the Masonic Lodge, of which he is Secretary, the Order of the Eastern Star and the Modern Woodmen of America. Religiously he is connected with the Presbyterian Church. In every walk of life Mr. Galyen has shown himself to be a man in whom the utmost confidence can be placed.

In Springfield, Ill., July 26, 1898, Mr. Galyen was married to Catalena Higgins, who was born December 10, 1873, in Sangamon County, daughter of Robert and Lydia (Stare) Higgins, the former born November 22, 1836, and died December 6, 1893, and the latter born June 14, 1838, and died March 21, 1910. To Mr. and Mrs. Galyen there have been born two children: Ozelma, born in Pawnee in 1893, died in infancy; and Leroy F., born in Pawnee, March 25, 1895, is now ready for high school,

GAMBLE, Ezra, a retired carpenter living at Buffalo, Mechanicsburg Township, Sangamon County, was born in Franklin County, Pa., May 15, 1830, and is a son of Morrell R. and Hannah (Filson) Gamble, natives of Pennsylvania, The parents were farmers and spent their entire lives in Pennsylvania, the father dying at the age of forty-four years, and the mother also dying young. The Gamble family came originally from

Scotland and the Filson family from Ireland. Morrell R. Gamble and his wife had seven children, of whom five were sons, and Hzra is the only surviving member.

Mr. Gamble was educated. in his native county and during his boyhood worked on his father's farm until eighteen years of age, then began learning the trade of carpenter, which he followed in Pennsylvania for some years. He came West May 15, 1857, and lived for a time in Scott County, Ill. Two years later he moved to Sangamon County, and has since resided in Buffalo. Since coming to the village he has followed contracting in the vicinity, and in this connection has erected many residences, and has been successful financially, He has made a large number of friends during the many years he has lived at his present location and is considered a representative, useful citizen.

Mr. Gamble was married in Buffalo, January 7, 1861, to Mary Elizabeth Vlerbome, who was born in Butler County, Ohio. Her parents came to Sangamon County, Ohio, at an early day and located on a farm. Mrs. Vlerbome died in Sangamon County and her husband returned East and died in New Jersey. Mr. and Mrs. Vlerbome had five sons and four daughters. Four children were born to Mr. and Mrs. Gamble, of whom two survive: Jennie E., widow of William T. Hall, of Buffalo, and Anna, who lives at home. Mrs. Hall has two children, Lela E., with her mother, and Hazel, wife of Ernest Fullenwider, residing in Springfield. Mr. Gamble is a member of the Methodist Church and a member of its Board of Directors. In politics he is a Republican,

GARDNER, William P., a general farmer and stock raiser on Section 17, Gardner Township, was born in the house, now his home, June 13, 1854, son of John Gardner for whom the township was hamed. The latter was one of the commissioners engaged in dividing the county into townships, and was thus honored. He was born June 21, 1805, in Trimble County, Ky., and grew to manhood. There he married Mary C. Duncan, born March 27, 1810.. The Gardner family is of English extraction the founders of the family in America first settling in Virginia. The Duncans are of Scotch origin. The mother of Mrs. Gardner died when she was only six weeks old, and she was reared by an uncle, William Prior. After their marriage, Mr. and Mrs. John Gardner remained in their old home until 1833, when they came to Sangamon County, and in January of the following year, settled in what is now Gardner Township, building a one room house, at what was Hickory Point, on Prairie Creek. From time to time they enlarged their primitive house until it was one of the best in the township. Their nine children were as follows: Hiram E., born April 28, 1831, in Franklin County, Ky., died in August, 1903, vice-president of the Farmers National Bank of Springfield; Sarah A. born October 15, 1833, in Sangamon County, died August 12,

John Gardner was one of the representative men of the county, and one who was fitted for rounding out a pioneer community. He and Pater Cartwright were fast friends, and often worked together in effecting public changes. He was a strong Democrat, and was often returned to the Board of Commissioners. A devout Baptist, he was active in Church work, and lived out in his life the religious doctrines he believed. Charitable, broadminded, he never failed to give liberally of means and sympathy, and was affectionately called "Uncle John" by those who knew and loved him. His death occurred February 11, 1868, and at the time he was the owner of 3,000 acres of excellent farm joined the Christian Church.. These two excellent people reared up their children in the fear of the Lord, and those who came within their home were expected to live according to their standards. Of these perhaps the most noted is Judge McGuire, who affectionately remembers their kindness to him during the several years he lived with them.

William P. Gardner attended district and Springfield high school, but when sixteen years old, left school as he was the only one of the sons then at home with his mother, she having been left a widow two years before. The lad shouldered the heavy responsibilities until she died in 1882. On September 24, 1879, he was married to Mary R. Harrison, born December 20, 1858, daughter of Simeon and Mary (Renshaw) Harrison, the ceremony being performed by Rey. Peck. Mrs. Harrison is living with Mrs. Gardner. Two of the Harrison sisters have married brothers. Mr. and Mrs. Gardner became the parents of three children: William R., born January 13, 1883, married Mamie Fugate, on June 22, 1905, issue Mary P. born September 4, 1906, and Harriet R. born May 6, 1909; Lee D., born August 20, 1884, married Nina Moberly of Chicago, and is now employed by the Stock Yard National Bank at Kansas City, Mo. ; Hiram E., born September 30, 1889, living at home. The eldest son is operating the old farm. The children have been given a good education, and assisted in their settlement in life.

For fifty-seven years, Mr. Gardner has lived in the township bearing the same name as his own, and is one of its most representative men. Many are the township offices he has filled with ability, including a seven years' occupancy of the assessorship. He is a member of the Christian Church, and his wife of the Methodist

Church, and he has contributed liberally towards both, Fraternally, he belongs to Camp No. 114, M. W. A., and each one of his sons are also members, while he and his wife are members of Royal Camp, No. 481, Neighbors, and Springfield Council No. 186 Yoemen of America. The Democratic party owes much to his support, for not only has he represented it in office, but for years was Committeeman for the County. He and his family occupy a very high place in the esteem of the neighborhood, and they deserve this distinction, everyone haying won it by honest, upright living and kindly open-handed charity.

Mr. Gardner was present at the corner stone laying of the State House, being on Gen. Mc- Clernand's staff, at the laying of the cornerstone of the first building on the State Fair Ground.

GARMAN, William (deceased), was born in Carroll County, Tenn., September 14, 1849, and was a son of James and Ruth Dorothy Garman, both natives of the same county. James C. Garman brought his family to Brown County, Ill., when his son William was a small boy, and located on a farm. William Garman was reared on a farm in Brown County and there received his education. He then engaged with his father in mining operations and in later life acted as manager for several different coal mines.

Mr. Garman was an excellent business man and carried on his business affairs in an able manner, becoming successful in whatever he undertook. He was honest and upright in all his dealings and was universally esteemed. He never cared for public office, though he was a stanch Republican all his life. As a boy he and his mother attended a campaign rally in Springfield and heard Abraham Lincoln speak. While living in Pleasant Plains, Ill., he joined the Christian Church, and also belonged to the Odd Fellows Lodge No. 770, of that city. He was well known in mining circles in central linois-and was popular among his associates.

Mr. Garman was married in Rushville, Schuyler County, Ill., to Miss Flora Addison, daughter of Matthew and Rhoda (Workman) Addison, who lived on a farm near Beardstown, Ill. Two children were born of this union: Winona Bell, unmarried and living with her mother, Mrs. Nellie Lettarst, wife of Charles Lettarst, who is a mine operator living in Springfield, has one son, Charles, born

6, 1905, and is buried in Oak Ridge Cemetery. Mrs. Garman owns her present comfortable home at 149 North Lincoln Avenue, Springfield. Mrs. Garman's father, Matthew Addison, came to Illinois as a young man, from Pennsylvania, and located on a farm in Schuyler County, where the remainder of his life was spent. He became a prominent man in his community. He died in 1865 and his wife died when Mrs. Garman was only two years of age. Mrs. Garman attends the Christian Church in Springfield.

GARNER, Thomas G., a prosperous and wellknown farmer of Section 29, Fancy Creek Township, has lived on his present farm about thirtyfive years. He was born in Williams Township, Sangamon County, April 27, 1866, and is a son of Anderson S. and Elizabeth (Whitefoot) Garner, the former born in Tennessee and the latter in Washington County, Md. The father, who was a farmer by occupation, came to Illinois in the early fifties and settled in Williams Township, purchasing a farm near Sherman. Some years later he removed to a farm a half-mile south of the farm where his son Thomas now lives, lived there six years and in 1876 bought the farm now owned by the son, where he erected the log house which is still standing, one of the few of its kind now in existence in Sangamon County. He died there in 1877. He and his wife were married in 1863 and became parents of three children: Thomas, subject of this sketch; Mary J. died in 1891; Rhoda M., living with her brother. Elizabeth Garner came to Sangamon County in an early day, and her father, who was a native of Maryland, died there. Her death occurred in 1904.

The education of Thomas G. Garner was acquired in his native county and he early began to help his father with the farm work. He has lived on the home farm since 1876, inheriting it at the death of his parents, and owns forty acres of good farm land. He is an enterprising and energetic farmer and his efforts have been rewarded by success in a gratifying degree. The parents were members of the United Brethren Church, and he now belongs to the Methodist Church.

Mr. Garner was married in Sangamon County, February 8, 1900, to Minnie B. Keeth, born in Ohio, August 22, 1869, and brought to Sangamon County at the age of one year. Her father, John Keeth, was born in Maryland, emigrated thence to Pennsylvania, where he lived several years, then removed to Ohio and carried on farming for some time, coming to Sangamon County in the 'seventies, and settling on a farm near Sherman, where he and his wife still reside. He served four years as a soldier in the Civil War. He and his wife had one son and four daughters and one daughter is deceased, the others being: Samuel; Mrs. Elizabeth Slaughter, of Maysville, Mo.; Benjamin, living with his father near Sherman; Mrs., Garner. Two children have blessed the union of Mr. and Mrs. Garner, one who died in infancy, and Thomas N. Mr. Garner is an intelligent, useful citizen and actively interested in the public welfare, being ready to support any worthy cause.

GARREN, John W. - Probably no section of Tllinois responds more generously to the care expended upon it than Sangamon County, and one of the farmers who has proven this through long, prosperous years, is John W. Garren, of Section 12, Cooper Township. He was born in Indiana, April 9, 1847, a son of Andrew and

Mary E. (Foutz) Garren, natives of Indiana. They were farming people who came to the southern part of the State in 1848. There the father engaged in farming, in the vicinity of Centralia, but later went to Macon County, and, after spending a year there, to Marion County. There he lived, engaged in farming, until his death, in 1891. The mother died in 1873. There were five sons and four daughters in the family, of whom the following survive: Theodore and Charles are farmers of Cooper Township; Scott is a farmer of Marion County; Mrs. Julia Malcom, Mrs. Elizabeth Markam and Mrs. Adaline Garren, live in Marion County; and John.

John W. Garren was educated in Marion County, Il., and spent his boyhood in helping on the farm. In 1868 he came to Sangamon County, settling in Cooper Township, where he bought thirty-five acres of land. This is in a good state of cultivation. The maternal great-grandfather, Jesse Snapp, was a soldier during the American Revolution, serving under General Washington, and was wounded in the battle of the Brandywine.

On November 9, 1868, Mr. Garren was married in Jefferson County, Ill, to Martha J. Tate, born in Tennessee, June 4, 1844, daughter of John W. and Priscilla (Snapp) Tate, natives of South Carolina, and Randolph County, N. C. Later the father moved to Tennessee, where he lived until his death, in 1857. His widow survived him until 1866. There were ten children in the family, and of them Mrs. Garren is the survivor. Mr. and Mrs. Garren have no children, but have an adopted daughter, Fern Barbre, whom they are rearing as their own.

Methodist Church, contributing liberally towards its support. In political faith he is a Democrat. Both he and his wife are much beloved among their neighbors, for they are good, honest, kindly people, whose charity and Christianity are put to every-day use.

GARVEY, J. Walter, who owns one of the finest herds of Holstein cattle in the State of Illinois, is a whole-souled, kindly man and a prominent citizen of Auburn Township. He is a native of the county, born at Mechanicsburg November 7, 1877, son of John Garvey, who is one of the leading farmers of the vicinity of that village. J. W. Garvey spent his early life on his father's farm, and attended the district school until about eighteen years of age, then went to Eureka College, where he took a special business course, which he finished in 1898, after which he returned to the home farm and took charge of 240 acres of same, beginning life on his own account. He began breeding pureblood Poland-China hogs and became very successful in this line, making a creditable showing at the State Fair, 1905, winning a championship with "American Special." In 1904, he won a First and Grand Champion at the Missouri State Fair and one year later, won first prize at the Illinois State Fair with "Lucky

Charm." The following year he won first prize at Columbus, Ohio. He has been one of the leading breeders of those hogs in central Ilinois, and although still comparatively a young man, has won remarkable success. He has exhibited in Missouri, Ohio, Illinois and other States with excellent results, and in December, 1905, he took possession of a farm on Section 29, Auburn Township.

Mr. Garvey has 160 acres of Jand in his farm and has made many improvements. He has a comfortable home and good outbuildings, and his buildings for housing his cattle and hogs are among the best in the township. He began paying special attention to breeding fine Holstein cattle in 1907, and in the interests of this industry visited Indiana, Ohio and New York, where he selected his stock. He purchased Pontiac Jewel Butter Boy, at the head of his herd, one of the best animals in the State, a native of Utica, N. Y., and bred by W. A. Matheson, one of the best judges of cattle in that State. Mr. Garvey purchased other animals for his herd from C. F. Hunt of Syracuse, taking seven of the best cows in his herd; purchased two cows from T. H. Russell of Ohio; and three head from John Sugart, of Marion, Ind. Mr. Garvey started his herd with this strain and now has a herd of 70. He has had buyers from several States and has won many prizes on his cattle. He has had a return of 32.7 pounds of butter in seven days from one cow, Molly. He has a dairy 60x100 feet, with the latest equipment and appliances, and has provided the most sanitary conditions in every respect. Although he has not had the advantage of a university education he is well versed in matters pertaining to the management of a dairy, and his opinions are often sought by the faculty of the State universities. He has written many articles on this subject and also on the subject of the proper selection of a dairy herd. Mr. Garvey has devoted his active life to agricultural pursuits and his success is the result of his most careful study of every detail of his business,

Mr. Garvey was married October 10, 1900, to Miss Florence May Moore, who was born in Waverly, Ohio, October 18, 1881, and came to Sangamon County with her parents in 1883. She is a daughter of M. K. Moore, a prominent citizen of Springfield, residing at 835 South Park Avenue. Mr. Moore dates his ancestry back to the royal families of Germany through his mother. Mr. Garvey and his wife have two children, Florence Irene, born July 380, 1903, and Frances Mildred, September 26, 1904.

Mrs. Garvey is an educated and cultured woman and is a graduate of Williamsville High School and of the Bettie Stuart Institute, of Springfield. She formerly won many medals in oratorical contests while attending school. She has social gifts as well, and is popular among her many friends. She is an active member of the Methodist Episcopal Church, while her husband belongs to the Christian Church.

Fraternity he belongs to the Masonic Lodge at Virden and to the Knights of Pythias, of Springfield. Politically he is a Republican. He is a representative of the class of enterprising young American citizens interested in the public welfare and ready to advance any worthy cause. He takes a leading part in the councils of his party but has never had political aspirations of his own. He has the fullest respect of all who know him and is a Christian man and a gentleman in the fullest sense.

GARVEY, Patrick (deceased), who for some years prior to his death lived retired from active. pursuits in Springfield, Ill., was a useful, upright citizen, who had the esteem and good will of all who knew him. He was a native of County Mayo, Ireland, born in March, 1852, son of John and Mary (Ratchford) Garvey, both also born in County Mayo, where their entire lives were spent, and the father was a farmer.

The boyhood of Patrick Garvey was spent on his father's farm and he was educated in the country schools of his native place. He lived with his parents until reaching his majority, then, believing he could better his condition by leaving his native soil, sailed for America in 1873, locating in Sangamon County, Ill., where he became a successful farmer. He was energetic and ambitious and was able to retire from active life a few years before his death. He was a member of the Roman Catholic Church and fraternally belonged to the Western Catholic Union. He was a firm Republican in politics, although taking no very active part in public affairs, being absorbed in his farming. He was a man of cheerful disposition, a kind friend, neighbor and husband, and won many warm friends.

Mr. Garvey was married at Bloomington, Il., February 13, 1876, to Miss Annie O'Brien, born in County Mayo, Ireland, daughter of Thomas and Mary (Welsh) O'Brien, both also natives of that county. Children were born of this union as follows: John, an electrician in the employ of Rachford Brothers, of Springfield, is unmarried and lives with his mother; Mary, a dressmaker, unmarried, and living at home; Joseph, connected with a ranch, lives in California and is unmarried; Anna married Frank Maley, a business man of Springfield, and they have no children. Mr. Garvey passed away at his home, which is now owned by his widow, at 118 North Fourteenth Street, in 1905, and was buried in Calvary Cemetery.

GATHARD, Malon. - Many of the most substantial men of Sangamon County are now living retired from farming activities in one or other of the towns which surround Springfield. There they find congenial surroundings and pleasant friends, among whom to spend their declining years. A representative of this class is Malon Gathard, of Riverton. He was born in Hamilton County, Ohio, May 27, 1836, a son of William and Matilda (Hogan) Gathard, both natives of New Jersey. At an early day these parents came from New Jersey to Ohio, farming there until 1848, when with their two sons, Malon and Elijah, they came to Illinois, locating in Round Prairie, Sangamon County. They farmed there for twelve years, then moved to Springfield where they spent four years. They then settled on a farm in Fork Prairie, which continued their home until death claimed them, the father dying in 1871 and the mother in 1881, both being over eighty years of age. There were eight sons and two daughters in the family, those surviving being: William, of Germantown, Ind.; Elijah, of Fork Prairie, and Malon,

Mr. Gathard was educated in the country schools of Sangamon County, working during boyhood for his father on the home farm. After the war broke out, he enlisted at Camp Butler in Company B, Sixty-eighth Illinois Volunteer Infantry, under Colonel Stuart, serving for three months, when he was discharged, and reenlisted in Company E, One Hundred and Thirty-third Illinois Volunteer Infantry, from which he was discharged after a service of one years, then moved to Riverton, where for fifteen years he was in the employ of the Clear Lake Ice Company. Since 1892 he has been living retired in Riverton. He is a member of Riverton Post, G. A. R. His religious affiliations are with the Christian Church, of which he is a member, but his wife belongs to the Methodist Church.

Mr. Gathard was married in Rochester, Ill., December 21, 1865, to Amanda Lawyer, born in Round Prairie, November 12, 1848, a daughter of Hiram Lawyer, who was born in Ohio but his wife was a native of Round Prairie, her maiden name being Nancy Trotter. Mr. Lawyer came to Illinois at an early day, locating at Round Prairie, where he farmed until his death, passing away April 18, 1891, his wife preceding him, dying March 25, 1884. There were four sons and five daughters in the Lawyer family, those surviving being: Mrs. Gathard; Eliza, wife of James Burch, of Riverton; William, a farmer south of Riverton, and Eva, wife of William Beck, of Springfield. Mr. and Mrs. Gathard became the parents of eight children, six daughters and two sons, six of whom survive: Emma, wife of James Moore, a farmer near Springfield; Archie, of Middletown, Ill.; Matilda, wife of Henry Hulett, of Riverton; Eva, wife of Robert Rubly, of Springfield; Ada, wife of Manuel Raylotts, of Riverton, and Jessie, of Riverton. There are twenty-nine grandchildren and one great-grandchild in the family.

he has endured all his life as a result of exposure and hardships while in service. While many gave up their lives on the battlefields, they were not the greatest sufferers. The real heroes of the Civil War are those who lived, enduring, through years of suffering, the ailments which resulted from forced marches, poor and insufficient food, exposure, and other hardships. Such veterans are deserving of distinguished honor and material benefits as well.

GATTON, Walter T., a successful farmer and breeder of Holstein-Friesian cattle, living on Section 34, Woodside Township, Sangamon County, is a native of that township, born February 5, 1882, and although comparatively a young man, has shown great enterprise and excellent business judgment. Mr. Gatton is a son of Walter T. Sr. and Mary (Whitehurst) Gatton, the former born in Woodside Township, September 16, 1854, and the latter born August 1, 1856. Walter T. Gatton, Sr. spent his entire life on Oakwood Stock Farm and was an expert in the cattle business, his father having came to Sangamon County from Hardin County, Ky. He died March 4, 1886, and his wife April 22, 1906.

Walter T. Gatton Jr. was educated in the public school and in Springfield Business College, and as a boy was fond of hunting and other outdoor sports. He began to assist his father with the duties on the home farm as soon as he was old enough and was always much interested in stock. He has done much to advance the interests of stockmen in Sangamon County and has a fine herd of pure-bred stock, having exhibited cattle at the State Fairs and won several premiums. He is also greatly interested in hogs, and is a prosperous farmer as well. He has the entire confidence and esteem of his neighbors and is well-known throughout the county in connection with his business. In political views he is a Democrat and he joined the Masonic order in 1907. He belongs to Tyrian Lodge No. 333 A. F. and A. M.; Springfield Council No. 4; R. A. M., Elwood Commander No. 6, and Sangamo Lodge of Perfection. He and his wife belong to the Christian church and are interested in many worthy causes.

Mr. Gatton was married in Springfield, June 20, 1906, to Eva C. White, born in Mason County, Ill., in 1884, daughter of Elbert and Anna (Scott) White, the former born in West Virginia, March 21, 1854, and the latter in Illinois, April 3, 1856. Mr. White came to Illinois at the age of ten years, and when he reached manhood engaged in farming, which he continued many years, then retired from active life. Mr. Gatton and his wife own a very pleasant home and a farm of 194 acres.

GAUL, George M. (deceased). - There are certain staple articles which have been necessary to mankind from time immemorial, which no innovations could displace, no inventions dispose of, and these facts have made the trade of broom-making one of the time-honored occupations. In the ranks of this profession have been found men of the highest character and integrity, and one who made it his life work was the late George M. Gaul, in whose death Springfield lost one of its best citizens. He.was born in August, 1835, in Germany, a son of George W. and Katie Gaul, the former a molder. Mr. Gaul's parents died in Germany when he was nine years old and he resided with relatives until he had reached the age of twenty years, when he came to America, settling first in New York and later removing to Springfield. His education had been begun in Germany and he also attended high school in New York, but after coming to Springfield devoted all of his time to the trade of broom-making, establishing a large and profitable business, with which he was connected right up to the time of his death. He was a Republican in politics, but neyer cared for public preferment, nor would he consent to become a member of any fraternal order. His religious connection was with the German Lutheran Church.

Emma Wall, Annie Carey, Caroline and Katie, residing at home. John and Thomas have died: The family is socially prominent and Mr. Gaul is remembered as a man of integrity, whose friends were many and whose enemies were few.

have thus sought the religious and political freedom denied them elsewhere. Springfield is fortunate in having many such men, and among them, an excellent example of what a foreigner can accomplish in this country, if he is intelligent and willing to work and learn, is Charles Gedman. Mr. Gedman was born in Russia, August 19, 1870, a son of Michael and Rosie (Gemba) Gedman, born in the same place as their son. The father was a farmer, who died in 1887, but his wife survives, residing in Russia. They had two sons and three daughters, who, with the exception of one daughter, came to America. The family are all Catholics.

Mr. Gedman was fortunate in possessing an educated mother, who taught him in his youth and implanted in his heart the desire for acquiring more knowledge. He. speaks Russian, Polish, Lithuanian, English and Bohemian, all learned from contact with men. In addition, he writes English well and reads fluently. While living in Russia he was a miner, but, believing he could do better in America, he came over in 1893 and located in Chicago. There he found employment in different lines, until 1895, when he came to Springfield to begin working in the coal mines. This was his occupation for some years, until he embarked in a coal business, July 1, 1902. His previous experience has served him well and he has developed a large and constantly growing trade.

Mr. Gedman was married in Springfield, October 30, 1899, to Emelia Valtioncys, born in Russia, where her parents died. She has a brother and sister in America, and came in 1899, to join Mr. Gedman. They had been sweethearts in their native land, and one of his reasons for leaving was to prepare a home for her. Two children have been born to them, Julia, attending St. Mary's Academy, and John. Mr. Gedman belongs to St. Vincent De Paul's Church of Springfield, being a consistent Catholic. He is a member of St. Joseph's Catholic Society, Eagles and the Lithuanian Citizens Club, and has belonged to the Guards of Grand Duke Vitaugh. Independent in politics, he votes for the men and principles he believes best suited to secure the interests of the people. His success is something of which he has every reason to be proud, for he is essentially a self-made man, and one who has had to struggle hard for all he possesses. It is such men who form the backbone of the nation and support it in any emergency.

GEHLMAN, Samuel Henry. - The Gehlman family has been identified with the progress and development of Springfield, Ill., since 1849, when the father of Samuel Henry Gehlman located there and established himself in business as a contractor. Samuel H. Gehlman was born in Petersburg, Menard County, Ill, May 21, 1851, son of Ernest F. and Mary (Sidener) Gehiman. E. F. Gehlman was for thirty years a successful contractor and erected some of the largest and best stores and residences of the older portion of Springfield. In Company with his son, S. H. Gehlman, he erected the main building of the Illinois State University, at Champaign, Ill.

Samuel H. Gehlman was educated in the publie schools of Springfield, and after leaving school became employed as bookkeeper and clerk. He worked some time in company with his father, but has now established himself in the real estate business on his own account, and has met with gratifying success. He has always been a Republican in politics, and fraternally is a member of the Knights of Pythias and the Order of Elks. For the past forty years Mr. Gehlman has been a member of the Presbyterian Church, and he is interested in every measure for the public benefit. He takes an active interest in local politics and public affairs and is an enterprising citizen. He has spent most of his life in Springfield, where he has a reputation for business sagacity and reliability, 'and has a large number of friends.

GEHRMANN, Charles A., is now living retired from active life in his pleasant home at 1021 North Third Street, Springfield, Ill., where he has about three acres of ground, laid out in a beautiful park. The place is adorned with ornamental trees, flowering shrubs, choice fruit trees, and with giant forest trees rising with ancient grandeur. Evergreens, some sixty feet high, spread their dark green branches over the extensive lawn, and benches underneath invite one to repose, while admiring the beautiful prospect. The house contains many original paintings, some from Mr. Gehrmann's own brush and some executed by his children. The home contains a large library and there are various musical instruments which show eyvi-- dence of daily use. It is a model home, with every comfort and many luxuries.

Mr. Gehrmann is a native of Nordhausen, Germany, born August 1, 1835, son of Frederick August and Christiana (Klemm) Gehrmann. His father was born in Nordhausen and his mother in Haynrode, Germany, he August 24, 1804, and she January 6, 1811. They owned a farm at Nordhausen and were parents of four children, of whom but two are living: Charles A., of this sketch, and Theodore A., who has two sons, Dr. Adolph G. and Felix G. Dr. Adolph G. Gehrmann is connected with the Columbia Laboratory, of Chicago, and Felix G. is a large buyer in the stock yards in that city. Frederick A. Gehrmann and his wife died in

The boyhood and early youth of Charles A. Gehrmann were spent in his native country, where he received an excellent education and a thorough training for business, becoming a clerk in one of the leading dry goods stores of Potsdam, and later being employed by Herman Gerson, of Berlin, where his knowledge of the English and French languages brought him into contact with the foreign customers, especially the trade of Russia. On one occasion he became the recipient of a fine gold watch from the Empress of Russia in acknowledgment of seryices rendered. Having a desire to see the world, he made arrangements to enter the employ of a London house, but on reaching Hamburg altered his plans and, contrary to the wishes of his parents, came to America. He tried to buy a ticket on the ill-fated "Austria," but finding them all sold, he and a friend came over in another vessel, the trip consuming six weeks. The first news he heard on his arrival in New York was of the burning of the "Austria" in mid-ocean, but ten persons being saved of about one thousand on board. Mr.

Gehrmann spent some months very pleasantly, traveling through the northern part of the country and going as far as the source of the Mississippi, where he found excellent hunting ground, and visiting the larger cities of the region. He finally located in Springfield in 1858. The primitive conditions he found in that place, as compared with some of the larger cities he had visited, aroused his interest and convinced him it would be a good location for a business. He did not believe in spending his life as a clerk, and to those who later worked under him he would say, "Save one thousand dollars; accomplish this and we will talk about your future.' Many who followed his advice are today rich and prosperous merchants, either in Springfield or elsewhere. He believes a clerk should have an ambition to become proprietor of some business of his own, and has helped many to realize such an ambition.

By close attention to the needs of his business, hard work and liberal dealing, Mr. Gehrmann built up an extensive dry-goods trade, at No. 113 on the west side of The Square. In 1882 he bought out the old John Williams drygoods store, at No. 507 on the north side of The Square, which he occupied until the purchase of his place on the west side. He was able to retire from active business life January 1, 1906, having at that time many warm friends, who gave him their entire respect and esteem. He left the business world with the good will of all. In 1876 he became a prominent member of the Merchants' and Shippers' Association, of Springfield, which was largely instrumental in securing an Interstate Railroad Commission. He was for eighteen years a member of the Springfield Board of Education, and was the originator of the idea of a training school for manual labor in the schools of the city, which has been so successfully and thoroughly installed there. It began with four pupils and its graduates having won distinction in industrial discoveries and projects. He believes in the necessity of manufacturing goods at home and strongly advises the training of home talent into industrial and productive work, thus doing away with the necessity of "buying brains" from outside. He is a Mason, being affiliated with Elwood Commandery No. 6, K. T., and also belongs to Capital Lodge No. 14, Knights of Pythias. In 1875 Mr. Gehrmann was made an honorary member of the Governor's Guard, which had been founded the previous year. W. D. Richardson was President and E. S. Johnson Commander of same.

April 12, 1862, Mr. Gehrmann married Miss Minnie Jahnke, a resident of Springfield, who was born in Berlin, Germany, June 23, 1844. She accompanied her parents to the United States when she was quite young. She departed this life October 31, 1886, leaving five children, namely: Charles A., a professor of chemistry and a mining engineer, owns several mines in Colorado and Nevada; Clara M. mar- ried F, W. Sutton, of Kenilworth, Ill.; Ella G., Adele and Paul M. The family are members of the German Lutheran Church and highly esteemed in social circles. Mrs. Gehrmann was much beloved by all who knew her, being of a kind and loving disposition and one of those faithful women whose chief pleasure in life consists in making the home a place of comfort and peace for husband and children, and who have always a kind word for the unfortunate and a smile for those who are struggling against adverse circumstances. Mr. Gehrmann has a brother, Theodore A., who is a retired business man of Chicago; a cousin, Charles G., of Montclair, N. J.; and another cousin, C. W. Klemm, of Bloomington, Il.

Mr. Gehrmann is now over seventy-six years old, but has never abused his body by the use of liquor or by other bad habits, and is in complete possession of all his mental and physical faculties. He greatly enjoys watching boys at their fishing and likes to care for his garden, in which he 'takes great pride. He has great love for his native country and takes much comfort in his linguistic knowledge, through which, to use his own words, "The whole world lies before me, and it is satisfactory to answer the old question 'Why? quickly and correctly." He is fond of nature and natural scenery and has written several poems along this line for local German papers, many of which have been translated into English. One of these, "Bob White," which he considers one of his best, was suggested by scenes in Sangamon County. His wise, temperate manner of living was instilled into his mind by his grandfather, who reared him carefully and strictly, and there is no period of his life upon which he looks back with regret or with the feeling that he would have done well to act or speak in a manner other than he did.

GIBSON, David L., an enterprising and publicspirited citizen of Springfield, Ill., may always be counted on to do his share in promoting any movement which is for the general welfare of the public. Mr. Gibson was born in Mercer County, Ky., September 21, 1840, son of James B. and Fannie Violett Gibson, the former a native of Owen County, Ky., born in 1805, and the latter of Virginia. The father was a farmer and moved with his family to Missouri in 1846, and the mother died there the following year. James B. Gibson moved to Decatur, Ill., in 1867 and died there in 1872. The father of James B. Gibson was a native of North Carolina and was an early settler in Kentucky. .

The childhood of David L. Gibson was spent on a farm in Clark County, Mo., and he there attended the country schools. Upon leaving school he assisted his father with the work of carrying on the farm. He served from June to September, 1861, in the Home Guards of Missouri, and enlisted at Clinton, Ill., in August, 1862, in Company D, One Hundred and Seventh Illinois Infantry, under Colonel Snell, serving three years and being mustered out at Salisbury, N. C., June 26, 1865. Mr. Gibson proved himself to be a brave and faithful soldier and in the performance of duty participated in the battles of Atlanta, Franklin, Nashville, Raleigh, Salisbury, Knoxville, and many others. He was with Sherman's army. Mr. Gibson is reasonably proud of his record and won the highest esteem of his comrades. He belongs to Stephenson Post G. A. R. Upon his discharge from the army he returned to Clinton. In 1872 he moved to Kansas, thence to Missouri in the same year, and returned to Illinois in 1874, having since lived in Sangamon County. He learned the trade of carpenter and now follows same with excellent success. In early life he devoted his attention to farming. In politics he is a Re publican and he is a member of the Christian Church.

Mr. Gibson was married in Macon County, Ill., January 25, 1869, to Miss Jemima Simpson, born in Sangamon County, Oct. 25, 1850, daughter of Jordan and Clarissa (Sayer) Simpson, the former a native of Kentucky and the latter of New Jersey. Six children blessed this union, namely: Frank, born September 14, 1869 ; Lydia B., January 16, 1872; Emma, Aug. 27, 1879; Grace, November 13, 1883; George William, born March 3, 1874, died November 29, 1894; Nellie, born 1876, died in March, 1879. Mr. Gibson is a man who takes great interest in the welfare of his family and friends, and is a favorite among his acquaintances on account of his cheerful disposition and sterling traits of character. He is genuinely liked by all who have had dealings with him and has won many personal friends in Springfield. He lives in a very comfortable home at 1118 North West Grand Avenue.

GIBSON, John T., a retired teamster living just outside the city of Springfield, is a veteran of the Civil War and is well known as a useful, public-spirited citizen. He was born in Hamilton, Ohio, son of Hiram and Mary Ann (Miller) Gibson, the father born in Kentucky, in 1818, and the mother in Cincinnati, Ohio, in 1820. Hiram Gibson was a blacksmith by trade and he and his wife came to Illinois in 1858, settling at Greenup, Cumberland County, Ill., where they lived two years, then located at Charleston, Coles County, where the father died in 1863, being buried at that place. Mrs. Gibson moved to Vandalia, Ill., in the spring of 1866, lived there fourteen years, then moved to Springfield and lived there until her death, in 1891. She is buried in Oak Ridge Cemetery.

The education of John T. Gibson was received in the public schools of Illinois, and the first one he attended was held in a log building. He lived at home until the death of his father. In 1862 Mr. Gibson enlisted in Company A, Fifth Illinois Cavalry, remaining two months in Camp Butler, January 15, 1863, they left for Pilot Knob, Mo., where they joined their regiment. Their first serious engagement was at Vicksburg, and they spent about sixty days on this campaign. After the surrender of Pemberton, July 4, 18638, they moved on to Big Black River, where they took part in a fight, spent a short time at Champion Hills, and had a three days' engagement at Jackson, Miss. They went on to Meridian, then came back to Vicksburg and spent about two months there, went on to Memphis, Tenn., where they remained about two months, then went on to Natchez, Miss., where there was some skirmishing. At the close of the Meridian campaign they went to Alexandria, La., thence to Hempstead, Tex., where they remained a couple of months, then got orders to be mustered out and returned to Camp Butler, Ill., where they received their honorable discharge in October, 1865. Mr. Gibson served ably and faithfully and was never captured, but was wounded at the Battle of Big Black River and spent three months in the hospital. Upon his return, at the close of the war, he engaged in teaming and built up a good business. He now lives retired in his home at the northeastern limits of Springfield. He is a member of the Presbyterian Church and in Politics is a Republican. In 1909 he was elected to the office of Constable of Springfield Township. He was born May 23, 1848, and was only a boy when he enlisted in the service of his country.

Mr. Gibson was married at Charleston, Ill., October 26, 1866, to Miss Mary E. Bartholomew, who was born in Hocking County, Ohio, March 2, 1844, daughter of David and Rachel Bartholomew, who came to Illinois in 1859. Mrs. Gibson's father died in 1876 and her mother in 1902, and both are buried in Oak Ridge Cemetery, Springfield. They first settled at Greenup, Cumberland County. They had eleven children, of whom four are now living. Five children were born to Mr. Gibson and his wife, two sons and three daughters, namely: Ida May, born July 10, 1867, wife of Frank Wilder, who is employed at Striffler's Ice Plant, Springfield, where he has worked the past six years, and four children died young. Mr. Wilder and his ane one child, Biddy Bell, born November

GIESE, Gustav, a substantial and enterprising German-American citizen of Springfield, 11., has resided in his present home at 1104 East Laurel Street, since 1884, and during that time has witnessed many changes and improvements in the community. Mr. Giese is a native of a village in Prussia, Germany, born October 23, 1845, and spent his early life in his native country, on his father's farm and in the German army. He is a son of John and Annie (Sailer) Giese, both natives of Germany, who were lifelong residents of their native country, where. both died. John Giese served under King William in the Prussian Army. He and his wife had seven children.

Prussian Army, under King William, serving two years. He again enlisted in 1871, serving another two years, after which he sailed for America, landing in New York June 7, 1873. He spent but a short time in New York, then removed to Springfield, which has since been his home. He worked three years in the brick yard of Herman Master, then entered the employ of the North Shaft Coal Company, where he remained twenty-seven years. For the past seven years he has been retired from more active labor and has been engaged in gardening, in which has been fortunate in his investments, now owning his home and other city property. He is interested in anything he believes will benefit the community in general and is a useful and patriotic citizen of his adopted country. In politics he is a Republican and he is affiliated with the order of Loyal Americans. He is a member of the German Lutheran Church.

Giese married (second) in 1899, Mrs. Elizabeth Cleland, born in Scotland, October 4, 1847, daughter of John and Jane Campbell. Her parents both died in Scotland. Mr. Giese aud his first wife had children as follows: Louisa, residing in Chicago; Emma, wife of William Walther, also of Chicago; Frank and Gustav, of Springfield, and Henry, of Indiana. Mr. Giese and his wife are well known in Springfield, where they have a large number of personal friends.

GIGER, Henry Douglas (deceased). - Faithful service as a public official is more rare than it ought to be, and consequently deeply appreciated. whenever found. The late Henry Douglas Giger, who for nine years was Chief Deputy of County Clerk Opal, of Sangamon County, was a man against whose public and private. life no word of censure could ever be uttered. He was a native of the county, having been born on a farm in Cooper Township, September 18, 1861, a son of Benjamin Giger. The latter was born on the same farm, in January, 1827, his father Henry Giger, having been among the very early settlers of that part of the State. Benjamin Giger died on the homestead, October 14, 1909, having been a consistent member of the First Methodist Church at Buckhart for many years. He was twice married, his first wife having been Margaret Kirk, who died when Henry Douglas Giger was only seven years old. He was the youngest of the three children she bore her husband, the others being: Luella, who died at the age of four years, and Edward, now living on the home farm. The second wife of Benjamin Giger was Mary Johnson, who survives him, making her home in Springfield.

education, attending the public schools of his neighborhood and Brook's Institute of Springfield, and being reared to farm work at the Same time. On November 24, 1887, he married Ida McCune, of Rochester, daughter of the late John McCune, who was born in Kentucky, but came to Illinois in young manhood, locating on a farm which his father had entered. His death occurred in Rochester, in September, 1897. His wife was Jane Baker, a most estimable lady. After marriage Mr. Giger taught school several terms and, becoming prominent in politics, served as Township Treasurer and Supervisor, at the same time continuing his farm work. When appointed Chief Deputy by County Clerk Opal, Mr. Giger moved to Springfield, where he built a comfortable home, and in it his death occurred, on August 28, 1907. Like his father, he died firm in the faith of the Methodist Church, of which he had long been an active and valued member. In politics he was a stanch Democrat, upholding party principles upon all occasions. Fraternally he was an Odd Fellow and a Woodman. Mrs. Giger and their four children: Gertrude, now Mrs. Roy Canham, of Springfield; Frank C., a student of the high school; Eva and Agnes, both at home, survive him.

was deeply felt by the whole community, for such men are not easily spared. His services to his office as well as those to his church brought him into contact with many, and none failed to find him accommodating and loyal to what he believed were the best interests of all concerned.

GILBERT, A. D. (deceased), who served nearly eighteen years as Postmaster of Illiopolis, IIL, for several years conducted a general store in that village, and was well known and highly esteemed in his part of Sangamon County. He was well known in church and Masonic circles and was a man who readily made friends and retained their good will. He was a Christian and a gentleman, and his memory is tenderly revered by his family. He left a widow, three children and several grandchildren. He was born in Portage County, Ohio, April 10, 1828, a son of Jabez and Olive (Daniels) Gilbert, the former born in Connecticut and the latter in Massachusetts. The parents lived on a farm in Ohio, where both died, and of their six children all are deceased. The father of Olive Daniels was a soldier in the Revolution.

A. D. Gilbert was educated in Hiram College, in his native State, and worked for his father on the farm as soon as he was old enough. At the age of seventeen years he began teaching school, and after spending one year at this profession in Ohio came to the southern part of Illinois and taught there one year, then came to Sangamon County and taught for some time in the Lick Creek and Sugar Creek Schools, spending his summers at farm work. While | teaching between Riverton and Dawson his future wife was one of his pupils. In 1868 he engaged in mercantile business in Illiopolis and the following year received the appointment for the office of Postmaster, which he filled seventeen years and a half. He also conducted a store for two years previous to his death, which occurred in 1904. The family have made their home in the house they now occupy for forty-one years. Mr. Gilbert served many years as School Director and in politics was a Republican. He was a member of the Christian Church and the Masons. He became prominent in his community and always took an active interest in the cause of education and progress. He was a man of superior intelligence and good judgment and a most useful citizen.

Mr. Gilbert was married in Clear Lake Township, September 14, 1858, to Nancy Harbert, born near LaFayette, Ind., September 11, 1838, daughter of Eli and Mary (Hulbert) Harbert, the father a native of Ohio and the mother of Virginia. 'They moved from Ohio to Indiana and there both parents died. Mr. Harbert was a tanner and shoemaker. Three children were born to himself and his wife, namely: Samuel Harbert, of Illiopolis; Eli, on a farm in Sangamon County, and Mrs. Gilbert.

Children as follows were born to Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert: Eli J., superintendent of a mine in California; Olive, wife of William C. Galloway, a traveling salesman living in Chicago; Fannie, wife of George Smith, a real estate dealer of Lawrence, Kan. There are six grandchildren in the family: Earl and Claire Gilbert; Massock, Paul and Richard Galloway, and Gilbert Smith. Mrs, Gilbert owns the home in Tlliopolis, as well as other property.

GILBERT, Edward, who for many years was engaged in mining ventures, and whose experience aS a mine superintendent took him to various parts of the country, is now living retired, in Springfield, his home being located at No. 1904 South Fifth Street. He is a native of Cornwall, England, born February 18, 1840, a son of Richard and Elizabeth (Roberts) Gilbert.

The parents of Mr. Gilbert came to America in 1848, bringing a family of five children, and from Quebec, Canada, where they landed, made their way to Milwaukee, Wis., and thence by wagon to Galena, Ill., where they remained for five years, the father being engaged in mining. At the end of this time the father and the eldest son, John, went to the Island of Cuba, where they were engaged in copper mining, and there the father was accidentally killed, the son returning to the United States soon after, and eventually dying in the West. Another son now resides in Bowlder, Colorado.; a daughter, Mrs. Fannie James, in Seattle, Wash.; and another daughter, Mrs. Jane Clemmens, in Cuba, Wis.

of Illinois, and first engaged in mining at Hazel Green, Wis., whence he went to the upper peninsula of Michigan to engage in copper mining. He remained there about two and one-half years, and later made a second trip there, remaining about one year. He engaged in copper mining for about six months in Ducktown, Tenn., later was employed in the iron mines of Orange County, N. Y., and in 1859 went to North Adams, Mass., where he worked in the Hoosac Tunnel. He spent the next six months in the coal mines of New Brunswick, where he met the Superintendent of the Springfield Mining Company, and on his return to the United States again went to work at copper mining in New Jersey. After some time spent in the mines of North Carolina, Mr. Gilbert enlisted as a soldier in the Civil War, and fought bravely from 1861 to 1864, in which latter year he returned to his old home in Galena. In 1865 he went to Colorado, where he was employed in gold, copper, silver and coal mines, and then went to the State of Virginia, where he was married. Several months afterwards he again went to Colorado, but in 1871 went to Hazel Green, Wis., and thereafter was engaged for more or less extended periods in Butler County, Iowa; in the Black Hills; in Colorado; again in Iowa; the lead mines of Joplin, Mo.; the coal mines of Pittsburg, Kan., and Parke County, Ind., and eventually went to Decatur, Ill., where he engaged in sinking the first mine located there. This was about the year 1879, and after one and one-half years there he went to Marietta, where he resided for a quarter of a century and was superintendent of the mines. He retired after a long and active career, and is considered a substantial citizen, having property in Springfield and Niantic, Ill. He is a member of the I. O. O. F. and is a Republican in political views.

In 1867, Mr. Gilbert was married, in Cassel, Va., to Margaret Darnewood, who was born in Virginia, and died in 1905, having been the mother of three children, of whom one survives, William E., book-keeper for the Franklin Life Insurance Company, of Springfield, who has two children - Dvelyn and Adele.

GILLETT, Joseph E. - The manufacture of yehicles is one of the time-honored occupations and one without which our present state of civilization could not exist, for transportation has always been a necessity to mankind. Although in these days of automobiles and steam and electric cars, the manufacture of carriages, buggies and wagons is not carried on to such an extent as in former years, still there are many uses to which these vehicles can and always will be put, and their manufacture will go down in the annals of time as one of the standard occupations. Joseph Gillett, who was for many years engaged in this line of work in Illinois, now living retired at No. 1823 East Capitol Avenue, Springfield, was born May 31, 1835, at Dayton, Ohio, the son of Francis and Mary

Gillett, natives of France. Francis Gillett, who was a Stone manufacturer and quarry-Iman, came to America at an early date, and in 1828 opened a stone quarry at Dayton, Ohio, where he engaged in the same kind of business until his death. His burial took place at Dayton, and after this event his widow came to Jacksonville, Ill., where she resided with her son, Joseph E. until her death, in 1891, when she was eightyfour years of age.

Joseph E. Gillett, who is the only surviving child of his parents, was educated in Dayton, Ohio, and when a young man learned the carriage-making trade, which he followed there until 1857, and in that year went to St. Louis, Mo. One year later, in 1858, he went to Jacksonville, Ill., where he followed his chosen occupation for some time, later going to Columbia, in Springfield he returned to Jacksonville, and was there employed for some time in an official position in the Insane Hospital and the Deaf and Dumb Institute. For the past two years he has lived retired, having earned a competency. He is a Roman Catholic in religious belief and his politics are those of the Republican party.

On November 7, 1862, Mr. Gillett was. married, at Springfield, 1l., to Clara A. Robinson, who was born in Springfield in 1840, daughter of John and Mary Robinson. Mr. Robinson, who was born in Scotland, came to America and settled in Sangamon County at an early date, for several years conducting a saw-mill at Spring Creek. Both he and his wife are deceased. Two children have been born to Mr. and Mrs. Gillett, namely: Thomas, who is engaged in the coal business in Springfield, and Mrs. Mary F. Murphy, of St. Louis, Mo. In the family there are four grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

GLAREN, Maurice, a well-known citizen of Springfield, Ill., was born in County Waterford, Treland, December 4, 1848, a son of Maurice and Johanna (Wade) Glaren, both natives of that county. The father was a farmer by occupation and both parents died in County Waterford, the father March 4, 1848, and the mother in 1863. Maurice Glaren was the youngest of seven children, namely: Michael, deceased; James; Bridget; Johanna, of Boston; two died young, and Maurice. All live in Ireland except Johanna and Maurice, and the sister Bridget made them a visit recently, but returned to her native land.

In boyhood Maurice Glaren attended the public schools of his native place and his work was done on a farm. He came to America in May, 1870, and located first at Charlestown, Mass., where he was employed at the water works two years, and in 1872, came to Springfield, TIl. He then engaged in work on the Ohio & Mississippi Railroad, now part of the Baltimore & Ohio Southwestern. In 1873 he purchased about three lots in Springfield, on which stood a small cottage, and later erected his present comfortable home. For thirty years he worked in the rolling mills of Springfield, becoming foreman there, and later, until recently, was connected with the Springfield Gas Company.

Mr. Glaren was married in the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Springfield, by Father Brady, in 1873, to Margaret Foley, a native of County Waterford, Ireland, born December 1, 1852, daughter of Patrick and Catherine (Curran) Foley, both natives of that county and the mother born in 1831. Mr. Foley and his father, James Foley, were wealthy farmers and never left their native land. Mrs. Foley's father, Patrick Curran, was also a wealthy farmer and spent his entire life in Ireland. Patrick Foley died in 1864 and his widow in 1891, both passing away in Ireland. They were parents of three sons and four daughters, only two of whom now survive: William died in Ireland in 1890; Patrick came to the United States in 1881 and died at Springfield in 1901; Thomas died in Ireland; Hannah, deceased, was the wife of Thomas Hawley, of Springfield and left eleven children; Anastasia is the wife of Richard St. John, of Springfield and they have three children; Mary came to Canada and died there recently; Mrs. Glaren came to the United States alone in 1871.

Nine children have been born to Mr. Glaren and wife, namely: Patrick, born November 18, 1874; James L., born November 4, 1876; Maurice, born May 7, 1881; William J., born November 15, 1884; John, born November 18, 1893, all under the parental roof; and four children who are deceased. Mr. Glaren is a member of the Roman Catholic Church and in St. Joseph Parish. He belongs to St. Joseph's Lodge of the Catholic Order of Foresters, and is also a member of the Court of Honor. In politics he is a Democrat. He is regarded as an upright, useful citizen, and is popular with his many friends.

GLEASON, James M. - The grocery trade of Springfield is rapidly developing into one of the most important branches of industrial activity there. The demand for food-stuffs is growing, and careful housewives, recognizing the necessity for careful marketing, owing to advanced prices and the increased cost of living, are directing their attention to those grocers upon whom they can depend, not only for fair prices, but for good material. No longer do they buy blindly, taking no heed as to quality. Investigations have shown her of the dangers that lurk in imperfectly prepared foods and she demands the best. One of the men who has proven himself able to cope with these existing conditions, and to earn a fatfr profit for himself, is James M. Gleason, of No. 1000 North Fourteenth Street.

Mr. Gleason was born at Cantrall, Ill., in 1883, being a son of Matthew and Margaret (Moore) Gleason, both of whom are now deceased. Mr. Gleason was educated in the pub- lic schools of his native place and, leaving school at the age of sixteen years, stored up vitality by working on the home farm until he came to Springfield in 1902. He established himself in the grocery business at the corner of Fourteenth and Jefferson Streets, in 1902, and successfully carried it on until 1906, when he built his present store, to which he transferred his stock. As yet he is unmarried. 'His religious connections are with St. Joseph's Catholic Church, of which he is a consistent member. In political faith he is a strong Demoerat. Energetic, hard-working, a good buyer and understanding thoroughly the possibilities of his business, Mr. Gleason is giving his customers an excellent service and growing in popularity.

GOLDFUSS, William, who for many years was well known in Springfield as being connected with the. painting and contracting business, is now living retired, although holding a public position. He is a native of the Capital City, born June 12, 1872, a son of Paul and Margaret (Rapps) Goldfuss, natives of Germany, who left the Fatherland and located in Springfield, where the father was engaged in contracting and mason work, i

The education of William Goldfuss was secured in the German Lutheran schools of Springfield, and he spent his youth at home with his parents. On reaching the proper age he went to learn the painter's trade, and this he followed, with contracting, for a number of years, or until his retirement from that business. He has always been more or less of a leader in Democratic politics in his community, although he has never cared to hold office. He is now serving as watchman at the police station. With his mother and wife, he is living at No. 314 West Mason Street, where the family home is located, and all are well known in society circles and highly esteemed by a large number of acquaintances. All three attend the German Lutheran Church and may be found ready at all times to assist in church and charitable movements.

On July 4 1899, at Decatur, Il., William Goldfuss was united in marriage with Miss Olive May Tuel, who was born in Newman, Il. There have been no children born to Mr. and Mrs. Goldfuss, but they have an adopted daughter, Miss Elvin Goldfuss. Mr, Goldfuss was well and favorably known in the trade of which he was a member, and for a long period served as foreman of the union in Springfield. He has never cared to associate himself with secret or fraternal organizations, preferring to give his spare time to his family or his business.

GOMES, Eli, a lifelong resident of Springfield, Il., was born on Tenth, between Reynolds and Mason Streets, in 1855, a son of Joseph Gomes, an old citizen of Springfield, who passed away there in 1902. The family is given more extended mention in connection with a sketch of John Gomes, to be found in this work. Joseph locating in North Carolina, grated to Springfield, Il., about the middle of the nineteenth century. He worked in various capacities for others for some years and later established himself in mercantile business, retailing groceries and other goods. He lived to the age of eighty-one years. His wife, Johanna Gomes, was also a native of Madeira, as a young girl accompanied her parents to Springfield, Ill., and there her death occurred, at the age of seventy years. Nine children were born of this union: Joseph, deceased ; Eli; Eliza, Mrs. Martin, of Springfield; Julia, Mrs. James Krim, of Springfield; Johanna, Mrs. John Reidner; Sarah, deceased, was the wife of Philip De Frates; Virginia, Mrs. Kelley, deceased; David, living with his father, and Wilbert, deceased.

Eli Gomes received but a limited education and early began working for his living, turning his attention and energy to any honest work by which he might earn money. He has followed various occupations since reaching his majority and has been fairly successful, having acquired some property and won the respect of his fellows by his upright, reliable disposition and his regard for the highest principles of honor. He was married to Miss Jennie Rodicks, of Springfield. Mr. Gomes and his wife reside at 718 North Eleventh Street, where they haye a comfortable and well-appointed home. Children have been born to them as follows: Edward, of Springfield; Ida, Mrs. T. Haynes; Stella; Mary, Mrs. Frank Boehning; Mollie, wife of William Cort; Wilbert and Joseph, at home. All live in Springfield. Mr. Gomes belongs to one of the old Portuguese families who have done so much in the upbuilding and development of the city of Springfield. He is a stanch Republican in political belief. He is well known as an industrious and useful citizen and has the highest esteem of all who have had dealings with him.

GOMES, John, an old retired citizen of Springfield, Ill., followed his trade of carpenter for forty years in the vicinity of Springfield and helped in the erection of many large buildings, business blocks, residences, etc., and has been identified with the development of the city since 1849. He was an enterprising and skillful workman and formed many acquaintances and warm friends among his associates. Mr. Gomes was born on Madeira Island, southwest of the coast of Portugal, August 29, 1829, and spent his early childhood in his native place. He is a son of Frank and Martha Amelia Gomes, and after the death of his father accompanied his mother and sister Juana to the West Indies, where they remained one year and then came to the United States. Mrs. Gomes died in North Carolina and her son afterward went to New York City, and thence, by a devious route,

After arriving in Springfield John Gomes learned the trade of carpeater with James Sutton, and afterward worked eleven years for the firm of Sutton Brothers & Runyan. He worked for many other firms in a similar line and became an expert carpenter. He is a stanch Republican and takes considerable interest in public affairs and issues. He is considered a useful representative citizen, honest and upright in all his dealings. He married Julia Gomes, a daughter of Antion Gomes, a native of the Madeira Island, where she was born. The father died in Trinidad. They became parents of nine children, viz.: Ella, of Oshkosh, Wis. ; John, deceased; Joseph; Carrie, of Milwaukee, Wis. ; Frank, of Springfield; Mary, of Iowa; James, died in Milwaukee. The family reside at 612 North Eleventh Street and attend the Presby-

GOODPASTURE, Levi D., a successful and enterprising business man of Springfield, has lived in that city most of the time since 1871, and is identified with its progress and growth. He is well established in the line of cement work contracting, and his enterprise is constantly enlarging. He was born in Menard County, IL, January 28, 1855, son of William Bryan and Martha (Harville) Goodpasture, natives of Tennessee, the father born September 25, 1810, and the mother in February, 1815. The father was a farmer and came to Morgan County, Ill., in 1830, lived there .five years, moved to Wayne County and lived there for a time, then moved to Menard County and lived there thirty years. His wife died in February, 1855. In 1871 he moved to Sangamon County and there spent the remainder of his days, passing away April 4, 1898. He is buried at Auburn, Ill. When he was a boy living near Salem, Ill., the old home -of Abraham Lincoln, he split rails in company with the latter.

The school-house where Levi D. Goodpasture first went to school, near Middletown, TIl., is still standing. Upon leaving school he worked at farming and continued this occupation fifteen years, then moved to Chicago and was employed two years in a baby-carriage factory. Returning to Sangamon County, he carried on farming three years at Auburn. He learned the trade of brick and stone mason and worked at it fourteen years. He realized the possibilities of cement work, and for the past eight years has been contracting in that line. The family reside at 981 West Governor Street, and Mr. Goodpasture owns eighty acres of excellent improved farm land in Dewitt County. He is well known and respected in business circles as a man of strict honesty and integrity. He is a member of the Presbyterian Church and in politics is a Republican.

Mr. Goodpasture was married, in Auburn, Ill., December 3, 1874, to Miss Martha Fletcher, who was born February 11, 1855, daughter of Nathan and Margaret Fletcher, the former born in Kentucky, in 1816, and the latter in Menard County, Ill., September 7, 1828. Mr. Fletcher came to Illinois in 1820 and died March 29, 1906. Mrs. Fletcher died in 1888, and both are buried in the old Fletcher Cemetery at Auburn. They were well known in Sangamon County, where they had lived many years and made many friends. Mr. Goodpasture and his wife became parents of children as follows: Della M., wife of Geer H. Truman, a machinist in the mines at Virden, Ill., was born May 8, 1878; Clyde, born May 15, 1888, shoe merchant at 620 Hast Adams Street Springfield; Beulah Merle, born November 23, 1896, living at home. Geer H. and Della (Goodpasture) Truman have one child, Marian Ruth, born June 24, 1901.

GOODSON, L. Jay, D. D. S - Dr. L. Jay Goodson, who has been engaged in the successful practice of his profession in Springfield, since 1901, was born in Christian County, Ill., near Taylorville, July 14, 1870, son of Benjamin F. and Maria E. (Blankinship) Goodson. Benjamin F. Goodson was born in Bond County, Ill., February 24, 1836, and his wife in Fayette County, IlL, June 12, 1848. He was a farmer and liveryman by occupation, and in 1860, moved from Bond County to Taylorville, where for twenty years, he was engaged in manufacturing brick. He afterward engaged in farming. For many years, he conducted a livery stable at Taylorville. Dr. Goodson is the only surviving child left of a family of twelve children.

The boyhood of Dr. Goodson was spent in his native county, and after attending the public schools, he entered Lincoln University, and afterwards the Northwestern University dental department, at Chicago. He disliked farm work, and turned his attention to mercantile affairs after leaving school, He was employed for some time as a clerk in a grain warehouse, and later in a dry goods store, and continued this occupation until 1891, when he became cashier of a life insurance company's branch office, and later district manager. Six years later, he disposed of his insurance business, and entered the Northwestern University, in 1897, taking up the study of dentistry. He was graduated with his degree in 1900, and practiced a few months in Chicago; spent one year practicing in Shawneetown, and then located in Springfield, where he has built up a good practice, and has established an excellent reputation for honest skill in his profession. He is a Presbyterian in religious belief, a Republican in politics, and fraternally a member of the Knights of Pythias, which order he joined in 1891. Professionally, he be longs to the Illinois State Dental Society, is Committeeman of the same; is a member of the Sangamon and Menard Dental Society, and during 1909, served the latter as president. He

Dr. Goodson was married in Greenview, Menard County, Ill., November 27, 1894, to Miss Ella Blane, born in that village, February 19, 1871, daughter of John J. and Mary Ann Blane, both natives of Greenview, the former born in 1845, and the latter in 1843. Mr. Blane is an extensive farmer and stockman, and ships a large number of cattle and hogs annually. Two children have blessed the union of Dr. and Mrs. Goodson; Blane J., born July 17, 1897, and Mabel, born July 7, 1899. They own a comfortable residence at No. 514 South State street, and his office is on the second floor of the Illinois National Bank building. Lately, Dr. Goodson has been interested in the colonization of lands in Florida.

GORDON, Marion L., publisher of the "Auburn Citizen" and one of the representative newspaper men of Sangamon County, is a publicspirited citizen and one who has the welfare of his locality deeply at heart. He was born in Schoharie County, N. Y., April 18, 1861, a son of Seth E. and Anna (Freese) Gordon, the former born December 25, 1833, and the latter November 20, 1835, both natives of Schoharie County, N. Y. The father served three years in the Army of the Potomac, during the Civil War. At the close of the war he moved, with his wife and three sons, of whom Marion L. Gordon, the youngést, was then but five years old, to Sac County, Iowa, and homesteaded eight and one-half miles from Sac City. There he lived until his death, February 19, 1899. During his residence there he became an important factor in local politics, serving as Supervisor for fourteen years in succession. He refused to permit his name to appear on his party ticket for County Treasurer, although solicited to accept that honor. The family originated in the vicinity of Aberdeen, Scotland.