Sangamon County, Illinois - The whole text, 1912 (part 20 of 46)

On February 25, 1865, Mr. Hough was married near Xenia, Clay County, Ill., to Elizabeth Buck, who was born in Coshocton County, Ohio, May 7, 1847, daughter of Thomas and Eva E. (Fisher) Buck, natives of Pennsylvania, who removed to Coshocton County, at an early day, where Mr. Buck was engaged in farming until the death of his wife. when he removed to Clay County, Ill. There he carried on agricultural pursuits until his death. There were eight children born to Mr. and Mrs. Buck, of whom four now survive: Elizabeth, who became Mrs. Hough; Nelson, a Baptist minister of Lebanon, Mo.; Mary Ann, who married a Dr. Portmess, now deceased, at one time a prominent physician of Vincennes, Ind.; and Mrs. Belle Johnson, a resident of Dayton. Wash.

To Mr. and Mrs. Hough there have been born ten children, of whom five are now living: Minnie, the wife of William Braham, in the employ of the Culver Company, of Springfield ; Belle, wife of Edwin Dunlap, of Springfield; Ollie, a resident of this city; Carrie, who married Lloyd Agan, living in Litchfield, Ill.; and Bessie, the wife of Thomas German, of Springfield. In the family there are eighteen living grandchildren. Mrs. Hough is a consistent member of the United Brethren Church.

HOUSER, Joseph, now living retired from active life, in the city of Springfield, Ill., is a native of Switzerland, born September 8, 1838, son of Joseph and Mary A. (Schillig) Houser, natives of the same country, where they spent their entire lives. The father was a manufacturer; conducted a flour mill, a lumber business, a cider mill and a distillery, and also owned a large bakery. He served fifteen years in the Swiss army and attained the rank of Captain, under King Ferdinand. Joseph Houser, Sr.. and wife were parents of six sons and one daughter, all deceased except Joseph, Jr., and a daughter living in Switzerland.

Mr. Houser received his education in his native country, for four years attending the University of Switzerland, and began his preparation for the priesthood, although he never completed it. In boyhood he assisted his father in various ways, and lived in Switzerland until September, 1865, when he came to America, sailing from Havre, France, and landing at New York. He remained but a short time in that city, then worked in Louisville, Ky., two

Louisville to Cincinnati, Ohio, and soon afterward enlisted in the United States service (in 1868), as baker, for the Twenty-eighth Infantry. He served three years in this capacity and was mustered out at Fort Jackson, on the Gulf of Mexico, whence he proceeded to New Orleans and spent two years there working at his trade. Later he spent two years in Chicago, where his marriage occurred, then lived two years at Quincy, Ill., and since then has made Springfield his home. He has been very successful in his line of business, at which he is an expert, and has a reputation for unusual ability as a baker. A few years since he retired from active life and is enjoying the rest he has so well earned. He owns a very nice home at 825 South College Street. He is a devout and active member of St. Agnes Parish Roman Catholic Church and in politics is a Democrat.

Mr. Houser was married in Chicago, in April, 1877, to Mary Metsroth, born in Cincinnati, May 5, 1854, of German parents. Her father was a farmer and later conducted a dairy at Alton, Ill., to which place the family removed from Cincinnati, and there. the mother died, after which the father returned to Cincinnati, where he spent his remaining years. They were parents of three daughters and one son, all of them now living. To Mr. Houser and wife two children were born: A son who is deceased, and a daughter, the wife of Vincent Ray, in transfer business at Carlinville, and they have six children - three sons and three daughters. Mr. Houser is an intelligent, public-spirited citizen, much interested in the welfare of the city where he has made his home for more than thirty years.

HOUSTON, Miletus C. - For a half a century, Miletus Houston has been a factor in the development of Sangamon County, and his pride in its grand achievements is all the greater fiom the fact that he is a native born citizen of the county. He has seen its wild lands transformed into fine farms, while industrial and commercial interests have been born, and towns sprung into being, while Springfield has grown into a metropolis. In this work of progress, he has borne his part and was particularly active aS a representative of the agricultural interests of the county. Although he is now living retired, he still retains a strong interest in whateyer is going on. Not only is this true of him personally, but it may well be said that the history of his family is that of the county, for his father settled here in 1827, and was one of the county's pioneers.

State, and the latter was a native of Kentucky, born in 1818. Samuel Houston came to Illinois and Sangamon County with his father, in 1827, arriving here from an overland route, in a prairie schooner. 'The family settled in German Prairie, on a farm of 900 acres, which the father of Samuel Houston bought. Here Samuel Houston lived for about fifty years, then moved to Chicago, where he died at the home of a daughter, in 1892. His wife died in 1895, at the same place. In the family of this pioneer couple were nine sons and two daughters, now all deceased except Miletus C., and Mrs. Marietta Judd of Springfield. The Houston family has been one of the most prominent in the history of the State, and nation, and they have a military record of which all who bear the name may well be proud. Of this immediate connection, two brothers of Mr. Houston of whom we write, William and John, enlisted from Sangamon County, in the One Hundred and Fourteenth Illinois Volunteer Infantry and gave their lives in defense of the Union during the Civil War, both contracting disease from service and exposure, from which they never recovered. William Houston was one of the prominent lawyers of Springfield.

Miletus C. Houston was educated in the district schools of this county, and worked for his father on the farm until he was twenty years of age, then followed farming on his own account until 1859, when he began teaching. He taught school in German Prairie, near Mt. Pulaski, and in 1862, moved to Bloomington, Ill., where he remained for eighteen months, then went to Springfield, which has continued to be his home.

At German Prairie January 7, 1862, occurred the marriage of Mr. Houston when he was united to Eliza W. Miller, born in German Prairie, October 10, 1837. Mrs. Houston was recognized as one of the handsomest girls of Sangamon County, as may be seen from her portrait painted at the age of eighteen years. She is a daughter of George H. and Polly (Owens) Miller, also pioneers of Illinois, who came from Kentucky overland in a wagon in 1829, settling in German Prairie. Here Mr. Miller died in 1839, and the mother in 1875. In this family there were six sons and five daughters, and of these Mrs. Houston, the youngest, is the only

St. Jose, Cal., two years before gold was discovered. The history of that terrible trip of six months, shows days when the little band went without food, and many other privations endured by these sturdy travelers. He came back and made several other trips, dying there in 1868. Through her mother, Polly (Owens) Miller, Mrs. Houston is connected with a noted family of Russelville, Ky. Three of Mrs. Houston's brothers were lawyers.

Mr. and Mrs. Houston became the parents of six sons and one daughter, of whom six are living: Clarence was accidentally killed, December 18, 1910. The others are: Samuel; John, William and Edward, contractors, residing in Springfield; Ralph, a carpenter and contractor, also of Springfield; and Etta, wife of C. S. Martin, residing in New York City. William is one of the Aldermen of Springfield. There are twenty-eight grandchildren in the family. Mr. and Mrs. Houston reside in their comfortable home at No. 710 North Sixteenth street. Politically he votes with the Republicans. He takes a very active interest in local politics, having cast his first vote for Abraham Lincoln. Although he has served as Assessor of Clear Lake Township, he has never cared for office. His residence of seventy-two years in Sangamon County entitles him to representation among the early pioneers, and his upright life commands for him the respect and confidence of his county and State. The famous Col. Samuel Houston of Texas was born in the same locality as Mr. Houston, and was a second cousin.

this family have stood for the best interests of their community along all lines and have been industrious and useful citizens, winning the esteem and respect of their neighbors. Michael James Howard is a native of the township, born on his father's farm on Section 30, October 13, 1867, a son of Patrick and Mary (Mc- Cue) Howard, the latter of whom died in 1907. A sketch of Patrick Howard appears in this work. There were three children born to the parents, all of whom survive. Patrick Howard was a pioneer settler of Pawnee Township, where he purchased a small farm and began operations on a very small scale, but by hard work and economy was able to increase his holdings of land from time to time until he is now the owner of some 2,300 acres of land in Sangamon and Montgomery Counties, his agricultural interests now being managed by his two sons. In early boyhood Michael J. Howard attended the local district school and later, in 1887, entered Notre Dame (Ind.) University, leaving in 1891, six months before the time for his graduation. He had taken a course in civil engineering and upon his return began work in this profession. Later he turned his attention to agricultural matters, in which line he has been very successful, and although he has now retired from active participation in the work of the Howard estate, he and his brother are associated in the able management of its affairs. Having been reared on a farm, Mr. Howard was in early youth instructed in various lines of farm work, and has made a careful study of modern methods, with the result that he is well fitted both by ability and experience to oversee

Mr. Howard was married at St. Isador's Catholic Church, near Farmersville, Montgomery County, Ill., by Rev. Father Hoye. to Miss Margaret E. Clarke, who was born in the parish where her marriage occurred and is a daughter of Patrick and May Ann (McAnarney) Clarke, natives of Ireland. Six children have blessed their union, namely: Mary Cecilia, Edgar Michael, Charles Patrick, James Francis, Margaret Lauretta, and Catherine Gertrude. The family have a pleasant and well located home and are well known in various circles. They are members of St. Mary's Catholic Church, of Pawnee. Mr. Howard is independent in local politics, but in national affairs is a Democrat. He is actively interested in public affairs in the community and, although he cares nothing for political preferment, has served at various times in local offices. He has been a member of the School Board and was Assessor one year. Fraternally he belongs to the Modern Woodmen of America. He is well-known as a man of business honor and integrity, whose word will be considered as good as his bond, and he has a large number of friends in his part of the county, where he is well known.

HOWARD, Patrick. - Ameong the most prominent of the early pioneers of Pawnee Township, Sangamon County, Patrick Howard deserves a place, being one of the oldest in point of age, as well as the length of his residence there. He began life in the county as a farm hand, later rented land, and: finally purchased a quarter section in Pawnee Township, which was the nucleus about which he made additions from time to time as he was able until he is now the owner of some 2,300 acres of land lying in Sangamon and Montgomery Counties, of which the majority is in the former. Mr. Howard was born in Ireland about 1821 and spent his childhood and early manhood in his native country, coming to the United States in 1851. He landed at New Orleans on October 28th of that year on the ship "John Garrow," which had been six weeks on the way from Liverpool and during that time had encountered severe storms. He went up the Mississippi and Ohio Rivers to Cincinnati, and proceeded thence to Dayton and to Piqua, Ohio. He spent his first winter cutting wood for five dollars a month and his board, and remained a little more than three years in Ohio, coming to Sangamon County in 1854. For three years, he worked for farmers there, then rented land and carried it on for himself. After marriage, he continued for a time to live on rented land, and the first land he owned was the northeast quarter of Section 30, Pawnee Township, purchased at a price of fifteen dollars per acre. He was obliged to go into debt to acquire this farm, but was soon able to complete his payments upon it and add to it. The land was partly cleared, but the only building it contained was an old frame schoolhouse, where he and his famity lived until he erected a log house, and the latter sheltered them seyeral years before it was replaced by a more commodious and pretentious structure. Mr. Howard made purchases of land for twenty dollars per acre, for twenty-five dollars, and later for larger amounts, paying fifty dollars per acre for an entire section and seventy-five dollars per acre for a half-section. Ali this land is now worth many times what he paid for it, and he has one of the finest estates in the county, being one of the largest landowners of his part of the State. His home place is on Sections 29 and 30. He has always kept up good fences where needed and has erected fine buildings for housing his stock and other purposes. He and his sons have laid many hundreds of rods of tiling and in all ways improved the place and brought it to a high state of cultivation and productiveness. They raise large numbers of cattle, horses, hogs and sheep, and also give much attention to various kinds of grain,

Mr. Howard's marriage occurred in Springfield in 1858, when he was united with Miss Mary McCue, and of the five children born to them three are now living: Patrick J. follows farming on the home place, married Laura Buckles and they have six children - Marie, Josephine, Ruth, John, Charles and Paul; Michael James, a sketch of whom appears in this work, married Margaret E. Clarke and they have six children; Mary married Hugh McCormick and they have five children - Kate, Howard, Hugh, Thomas, and Winnie. Patrick J. Howard was born in Christian County, was reared on a farm, and attended Notre Dame (Indiana) University for two years. He is a member of the Board of Supervisors.

Mr. Howard cast his first presidential vote for James Buchanan in 1856, and has since been a stanch and enthusiastic Democrat. He has always been much interested in the cause of education and served for twenty years as a member of the school board. He contributed generously toward the erection of the house of worship of St. Mary's Catholic Church at Pawnee, which he has helped since to support, and has also been active in the interests of other churches in the section. He is pre-eminently a self-made man, and has always had, the sincere respect and esteem of his fellow citizens, who have recognized his zeal for the welfare and development of the community and his high character and integrity in all his dealings. He has displayed a high order of intelligence and ability in building up his fortunes and was able to retire from active work many years since. The work which he began has been ably carried forward by his two sons, who have taken a prominent part in the life of the township.

HOWARD, Thomas D., a. representative and highly esteemed citizen of Springfield, Ill., was born in London, England, May 1, 1830, son of Daniel and Harriet (Walker) Howard, both natives of England. The father was reared in Suffolk County, England, and as a young man went to London to seek his fortune, spending about twenty-five years in that city, where he became a corn chandler, and he spent his last days in Swansea, Glamorganshire, South Wales, retired from active life. The grandfather of Thomas D. Howard was a farmer and lived all his life in England, attaining the age of ninetyfour years.

The childhood of Thomas D. Howard was spent in London where he was educated. He was fond of cricket and other outdoor games, and was reared to temperate habits. He became clerk in a store after leaving school and in 1850, actuated by the same spirit which had impelled his father to leave home, emigrated to the United States, where he became a patriotic and useful citizen of his adopted country. He landed at New York, and worked awhile in that state and traveled some, and in 1852 removed to Ohio. Later he came to Illinois in 1856 and began work in a bakery, for John Cavanaugh, in Springfield, Ill., leaving this occupation in 1861 to enter the army.

serving three years and being mustered out at Camp Butler, October 15, 1864. He has a good record as a soldier who performed his every duty, and participated in many battles, among them being Cotton Plant, Helena, Pilot Knob; sieges of Vicksburg and Jackson, Miss. He was never wounded nor taken prisoner. He belongs to Stephenson Post G. A. R.

October 20, 1864, Mr. Howard was married, in Springfield, Ill., to Mary A. Strickland, a native of Springfield, born June 1, 1841, daughter of John S. and Mary Strickland. The ancestor of the Strickland family in America settled in Massachusetts and one of Mrs. Howard's ancestors participated in the Revolutionary War. Four children were born to Mr. Howard and his wife, namely: John D., Thomas S., Harriet W. and Mary W. The family reside at 1517 North Fifth Street, where they have a very comfortable home. Mr. Howard has been employed twentyseven years by the Illinois Watch Company and now holds the position of watchman or doorkeeper. He has the good will and friendship of all the eight hundred employes of the company and has the confidence and trust of his employers. He is a man who has lived in such a manner that he has no enemies and has won many warm personal friends. He is a member of the United Brethren Church and in politics is a Republican. He is always interested in every public enterprise which he believes will promote the general welfare of the city and is the friend of progress.

HOWARD, William Michael. - The building operations of Springfield, which have resulted in the present substantial city, known all over the country, have afforded ample opportunity for the energy and ability of those engaged in all lines relating to them, and a man who has benefited by these conditions is William Michael Howard, a carpenter and contractor of No. 2034 East Washington Street, Springfield. He was born in Milford, O, May 7, 1852, being a son of George L and Vinie (Turner) Howard, the former of whom came to Springfield from Ohio and there carried on his trade of harnessmaking. He died at the home of Mr. Howard, at the age of seventy-nine years, and his wife passed away many years before in Springfield. The children born to them were: Kate, Mrs. Thomas Grahain, of Oklahoma; Rachel, Mrs. James Smith of Arkansas; Emeline, deceased; George of Arkansas; James and William M.

When William M. Howard was a small boy the family came to Springfield, and there he attended school and later learned bridge building, following this calling for years. He then became a carpenter and contractor, and, with the able assistance of his wife, has become very successful, his contracts extending over a wide territory. He is noted for his faithfulness in carrying out the terms of his contracts and for his close estimates.

On February 9, 1893, Mr. Howard was married in Springfield, to Mrs. Mary H. Belt, widow of J. W. Belt, and a daughter of John Giberson. She was born in Greene County, south of Carrollton, Ill., November 29, 1852. Her father died when she was ten years old, and she lived with her widowed mother, working out among the farmers and doing housework at small wages, which helped to assist at home, tenderly caring for her mother until the latter died, in 1879. She was one of the following children: Samuel and Benjamin, deceased; Susan, Mrs. J. W. Topton of Eldred, Ill.; Sarah, Mrs. Matthew Cockrell, of St. Louis; Joseph, deceased ; Mrs. Howard and Hannah, Mrs. Thomas Hargett of Carrollton, Ill. Benjamin Gibson, the grandfather of Mrs. Howard, was a native of either Maryland or New Jersey, who settled in Greene County, Ill., where he made a specialty of raising fine horses. His wife was of Pennsylvania stock. The maternal grandfather of Mrs. Howard, Mr. Prough, was a soldier in the American Revolution. :

In the fall of 1880 Mrs. Howard went to St. Louis and was married in that city, February 23, 1881, to James W. Belt, following which the young couple came to the Herndon farm near Springfield, where Mr. Belt died in 1891. Mrs. Howard is extremely fond of horses and is an accomplished horsewoman. While Mr. and Mrs. Howard have no children of their own, she adopted her sister's son George H. Hargett, born October 3, 1881, taking hint when he was four years old. She has sent him to the Pleasant Hill School and has given him many opportunities, so that he is now one of the popular teachers in Springfield. Mrs. Howard belongs to the Court of Honor, as does Mr. Howard, who is also a member of the Modern Woodmen, They belong to the Christian Church, and are liberal supporters of its good work. In politics Mr. Howard is a Republican. Both he and his wife have many friends in the vicinity, and are held in high esteem by all who know them.

HOWARD, William W. (deceased), a highly respected citizen of Clear Lake Township, Sangamon County, carried on a farm there for many years and spent most of his life in the county. He was a veteran of the Civil War and was prominent in local Grand Army circles. Mr. Howard was born ia Indiana April 10, 1831, and was a son of Sanderson Howard and wife, both natives of the same State: 'The parents were early settlers of Clear Lake Township and spent the remainder of their lives on a farm there. They were parents of four sons and three daughters, and a son and a daughter are now living: David, of Havana, Ill., and Mrs, Margaret Pates, of Missouri.

During boyhood Mr, Howard wokred on his father's farin and attended the neighboring district school. During the Civil War he enlisted from Camp Butler in Company B, One Hundred Sixth Illinois Volunteer Infantry, serving three years and participating in many battles. At the close of his term of service he was discharged at Camp Butler and resumed work on the home farm. He purchased the farm on Section 4, Clear Lake Township, now owned and occupied by his widow, and brought it to a good state of cultivation. He was a successful farmer and had a good standing in the community, proving himself a kind neighbor and friend, as well as a good husband and father. He belonged to the Methodist Church and in politics was a Republican.

Mr. Howard was married in Springfield, T11., May 10, 1869, to Mrs. Sarah C. (Dixon) Workman, whose father, Joseph Dixon, was an early settler of Sangamon County, where he carried on farming until his death, he and his wife being parents of three sons and three daughters, of whom three children now survive. Sarah C. Dixon was married (first) to Edward Workman, the union taking place in Springfield in 1852. He was a native of Sangamon County and to him and his wife one son was born, William, now in the employ of the Missouri Valley Interurban Railway Company, and a resident of of Springfield; James, of Athens, Ill., and Sylvia, wife of Charles King. of Riverton. Mr. Howard died on his farm, July 25, 1906. He was a member of Stephenson Post No. 30 G. A. R. and was missed in many circles. Mrs. Howard has taken three little boys to rear and has always treated them as her own.

HOWENSTINE, Henry (deceased). - Those who became interested in the handling of stock in southern Illinois in the earlier days, reaped large profits, and were the forerunners of the present extensive stock business of Sangamon

County. One of the pioneers in this line, and one who was more than ordinarily successful, was the late Henry Howenstine, for some years a retired resident of No. 203 West Carpenter Street, Springfield. He was born in Switzerland, August 17, 1828, a son of John and Barbara (Becker) Howenstine, natives of Switzerland and Germany, respectively. The father was a miller. The parents never left Europe.

Henry Howenstine went to school in Switzerland, but having learned of the opportunities in America, came here in 1858, landing in New York City, where after a short stay, he heard of Connecticut. and left for that State. This did not suit him, however, and he returned to New York City, and went from there to Schenectady, N. Y. None of these places came up to his ideas, and so he came west, living in Chicago for a short time, but in 1854, reached Springfield, which continued his home until his demise. He began handling cattle, buying and shipping them in carload lots, also shipping them to London, going with his cargo, making the round trip seven times. His business was an arduous one, and made heavy demands upon his time and strength so that in 1905, he decided to retire, and enjoyed his wellearned rest. He belonged to St. John's Lutheran Church of Springfield. Tn politics, he was a Republican, but never sought office.

Mr. Howenstine was married in Springfield, January 1, 1865, to Barbara Baker, born in Germany, April 12, 1888. She was two years old when brought to America by her parents. They settled on a farm in Sangamon County, where they spent the remainder of their lives. Mr. and Mrs. Howenstine never had any children. Her death occurred May 10, 1906. In addition to his pleasant home, Mr. Howenstine owned other property in the city. His lot has a frontage of 150 feet, and he always enjoyed the space thus afforded him. During his long residence in Sangamon County, he witnessed many remarkable changes, and held firm to his belief in the future of Springfield, not only as the center of State government, but as an industrial home for some of the large corporations of the State.

HOWETT, James (deceased). - To pass away after a life of earnest endeavor, leaving behind grateful remembrances, does not fall to the lot of all, but when the late James Howett passed away, he was missed by all who had known him and mourned by his devoted family. He was born in Lancaster County, Pa., July 28, 1828, a son of Daniel Howett, a native of Pennsylvania, a farmer by calling, who operated in Lancaster County, until he migrated to Illinois, where he continued his agricultural pursuits, dying at the home of his daughter in Bushville.

The education of James Howett was secured in Pennsylvania, and during his boyhood he worked for his father on the farm. When he came to Sangamon County with his father, he brought his wife and six children along, and located in Riverton, Prior to coming he had farmed at Marysville for some years, but after locating there he mined, and was thus engaged when he died, August 21, 1908. He was a Republican in political faith, and served as Alderman for a year in Riverton, giving his ward a business administration, For several years he served as policeman, and was a very efficient one, The Methodist Church claimed his membership, and he died firm in its faith.

In July, 1854, Mr. Howett was united in marriage in York County, Pa., to Rebecca Robinson, born October 31, 1838, in Lancaster, Pa., a daughter of Daniel Robinson, born in Pennsylvania. He was a farmer and blacksmith, later becoming a merchant, and spent his life in Cumberland and Perry Counties, Pa. Both he and his wife died in Pennsylvania. There were six children in the Robinson family: Susan, wife of A. S. Gordon, of Lancaster, Ohio; Jesse W., of Marysville, Pa.; Martha J., wife of Robert Boyd, of York, Pa.; William H., of Lancaster, Ohio; Joseph W., of Riverton and Mrs. Howett. Ten children were born to Mr. and Mrs. Howett, six of whom survive: James, of Springfield; Sarah, wife of L. Orendorff, a farmer of Nebraska; Emma, wife of James Ringer, of Oklahoma; Elizabeth, wife of William Wilkinson, of Colorado; Charles, living with his mother; Ida, wife of Isaac Williams of Springfield. There are twenty-three grandchildren in the family, as well as seven greatgrandchildren, all of whom are very dear to Mrs. Howett. She owns her pleasant home in tiverton, and is widely known and universally respected.

While Mr. Howett never thrust himself into public office, his ability caused him to be singled out upon more than one occasion for preferment, and the way in which he discharged the duties entrusted to him proved that he was the right man in the right place.

HOWITT, Henry (deceased), belonged to one of the sturdy old Pennsylvania families to which reference is made when the highest type of citizenship is recalled. He was a man ready for any emergency that called for his efforts during a long and worthy life, and even in old age found useful occupation, when strength no longer remained with which to carry on large agricultural operations or to fight his country's battles. He was born in 1839, in Lancaster County, Pa., and was given his father's name. His parents were old Pennsylvania people and lived and died on their own land in that State.

Henry Howitt attended school in the vicinity of Lancaster and then helped his father on the home farm. Meanwhile, Civil War had begun, and many of his friends and acquaintances had enlisted for service, and in January, 1863, he also became a soldier, enlisting in Company G, One Hundred and Twenty-Second Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry, and was in the service until September 15, 1863, his honorable discharge being received at Harrisburg, Pa. He took part in several battles but was fortunate enough to escape all injury and returned home practically unharmed. Shortly afterwards he came west and settled first near Beardstown, Ill., where he engaged in farming, and then came to Sangamon County, purchasing a small farm south of Springfield, which he operated for some years. Subsequently he bought a comfortable residence on East Cedar Street, Springfield, which is now owned by his son Daniel. He had been a busy man so long that he felt the need of some occupation, and hence took up gardening, which was a congenial one. He died at his home on Hast Cedar Street, on January 27, 1909. He Was a member of Sephenson Post, No. 30, G. A. R. and was a Republican in politics.

Mr. Howitt was married at Lancaster, Pa., to Miss Louise Streuble, who was born in Pennsylvania and died shortly after she accompanied her husband West. Three children were born to this union, the two survivors being: Daniel, who owns the old home place and follows gardening as a business; and Harry, who resides with his brother. Mr. Howitt was married (second) to Mrs. Mary Collins, who died in 1907, at Springfield. They had one gon, James, who resides with his brothers.

HOWLETT, John T. - The Howlett family has long been prominent in Sangamon County, and the reader's attention is called to the sketch of William M., brother of John T. Howlett, also appearing in these pages. John T. Howlett is a native of the county, born near New City, February 24, 1856, a son of James P and Laura (Farmer) Howlett, natives of Bullitt County, Ky. The father was a farmer and in 1850 same to Sangamon County. His first work was as a farm hand and later he engaged in farming on his own account near Crowe's Mill. He took his family to Sullivan County, Ind., where he remained nine years, then returned to Sangamon County and for many years carried on farming in Cotton Hill Township. He moved from thete to a farm near New City, a short time later removed to Kansas, and spent but a comparatively short time there, returning to Sangamon County, where he lived the remainder of his days. His first wife died when his son John T. was an infant. By this marriage there were three children and John T. Howlett now has a sister surviving, Mrs. Sarah C. Williams, of Terre Haute, Ind. By the second marriage there are four children who now survive, hamely: William M., a farmer living near New City; James F., of Williams Township; Amelia Louisa, wife of John Pettibone, of Rochester Township, and Martha E., wife of Richard J. Imes, of Ewing, Mo. The maternal grandfather of John T. Howlett, John Farmer, was an early settler of Sangamon County.

John T. Howlett was educated at New City and in boyhood helped with the work on his father's farm. He has spent his entire active life in this occupation and now operates 100 acres of land on Section 19, Rochester Town-

Mr. Howlett was married near New City in September, 1881, to Mary Rape, who was born there in October, 1859, daughter of Francis M. Rape, a native of Sangamon County, whose father was an early settler there and entered land from the Government. Mr. Rape and wife are both deceased and left two daughters; Mrs. Howlett, and Mrs. Belle Hendron, of Chicago, There are four half-sisters in the family: Mrs. Rosie Pope, living near Glenarm; Mrs. Flora Brown, living near Milwaukee, Wis.; Mrs. Elizabeth Gregory, near New City; Mrs. Bessie Lamb, who lives near Pawnee, Sangamon County.

To Mr. Howlett and wife six children were born, of whom four now survive: Ossie O., wife of Clay Howard, of Springfield, has two children, Eva H. and Orville M.; Roy Vernon, Luther G. and Alma O. Mr. Howlett's own farm contains twenty acres of excellent land and he operates altogether 100 acres. He is an aggressive and practical farmer and has met with success. He and his family are members of Forest Grove Methodist Church. He is highly regarded by his neighbors and is considered an upright, useful citizen.

HOWLETT, Lewis. - The Howlett family has been prominent in the vicinity of Riverton, Ill., for the past half-century, ard has been identified with the best interests of the place during that period. Lewis Howlitt. who has lived in the town from boyhood, was born at Lockpourne, Ohio, October 17, 1847, son of Parley L. and Rebecca H. (Williams) Howlett. Parley L. Howlett was born at Syracuse, N. Y., April 23, 1818, and Rebecca H. Williams was bern in Franklin County, Ohio, February 18, 1818. The father moved to Columbus, Ohio, in 1840, and there carried on business about fifteen years, in 1855 lost his business by fire and moved to Peoria, Ill., where he carried on business two years, and then spent three years at St. Joseph, Mo. November 16, 1858, he brought his family to Springfield, Ill., remaining there four years. In 1862 Mr. Howlett came to what is now Riverton, then known as Jamestown. Later, as there grew a demand for a post-office in the village, the name was changed to Howlett, there being already one Jamestown in the State where a post-office had been established. (In 1874 the name became Riverton.) In this new town Mr. Howlett embarked in several lines of business and became actively interested in building up the place. He erected a distillery, and until 1869 conducted what were known as the Clear Lake Mills, where flour was made. In 1866 he sunk the first coal shaft in the vicinity and in the fall of the following year the first coal was found. His mine, which he conducted until 1869, was known as the Howlett Mine, and is now Shaft No. 1 of the Springfield Coal Mining Company. 7 In 1869, having lost a considerable sum of money in various business ventures, Parley L. Howlett left Sangamon County, and lived successively in Pekin and Peoria, Ill.; Texas, Chicago, and McKeesport, Pa., leaving the latter place for Cumberland, Md., and then removing to McKeesport, Pa. He spent his last days in Cumberland, dying in 1891, three months after locating there, his widow surviving him about ten years. They were parents of eleven sons and one daughter, of whom but two children survive, Lewis and Edwin, who live together.

Lewis Howlett received his education in Riverton and in boyhood assisted his father in various business enterprises until the latter's removal from the town. He has since been identified with various lines of business and since 1908 has served as Justice of the Peace. He has the good-will and esteem of all who know him. He is a reliable, public-spirited citizen and has efficiently discharged the duties of his public office. In politics he is a Republican.

Mr. Howlett was married in Pekin, Ill., May 29, 1873, to Frances M, Sapp, born at Red Oak, Lowa, Christmas Day, 1853, daughter of William H. Sapp and wife. Her father, a native of Ohio, was a tailor by trade and an early settler of Pekin, where he lived many years, and there his wife's death occurred. He later removed to Wisconsin, where he spent the remainder of his life. Mrs. Howlett died at Galena, Kan., September 12, 1909, having borne three children, all of whom survive: Parley L., of Taylorville, Ill.; Mae E., wife of Martin Channell, of St. Paul, Minn., and Alice A., wife of William M. Olive, County Mine Examiner of Madison County, Ill., and a resident of Worden. There are five grandchildren in the family.

HOWLETT, William M., a successful farmer of Cotton Hill Township, Sangamon County, is a native of the township and belongs to one of the pioneer families in that region. He was born August 22, 1856, a son of James P. and Amelia (Rape) Howlett, the former born in Bullitt County, Ky., and, the latter in Tennessee. James P. Howlett was a farmer by occupation and brought his family in an early day to Sangamon County, locating near what is now New City, where he lived many years, then moved to a farm three miles farther north, where he died July 4, 1899, and his wife died January 29, 1890. The father had one sister, Bettie Howlett, and four brothers, John, Harrison, William and Nathaniel, all of whom are deceased. William M. Howlett is largely a self-educated man, and being one of a large family of children, early began to help with the work of operating the home farm. He has two sisters surviving, Martha, wife of R. J. Iams, and Amelia, wife of John Pettibone, of Sangamon County. He also has four brothers: James F. and John T., of Sangamon County; George and Daniel, deceased. 5 and has followed farming all his active life. He has been very successful in his operations, and after living on rented land many years, now owns a farm that is well improved. About thirty-four years ago he rented a farm of 140 acres, spent one year there, then lived for the next four years on the White Walnut farm, and spent two years on the old Jones farm. He then removed to Comanche County, Kan., where he took up a homestead of 160 acres, which he improved, three years later moved to Montgomery County, that State, and one year afterward returned to Sangamon County and located on the Brunk farm. He spent one year there, then spent twelve years on the Bob Sanders place and six years on the Thomas farm in Montgomery County, Ill., coming to his present farm in 1908. He had purchased 124 acres of land there January 4, 1882, and located on it March 11, 1908.

Mr. Howlett was married January 4, 1882, to Adelaide Purnell, a daughter of Jonathan and Sallie (Clayton) Purnell, the father being a native of Maryland and the mother of Delaware. He died July 29, 1898, and the mother January 16, 1892. They were parents of nine children: Emily, widow of Nathan Plummer; Margaret, wife of Alonzo Page, of Springfield ; Samuel, of Edinburg; Susan, wife of Isaac Basford; Mary, deceased. Mr. Howlett and his wife had no children of their own, but took John S. Connor, a boy of five years, to rear, who lived with them until he was twenty-six years old. They also took to raise, David M. Connor, son of John L. Connor, of Thomasville, Ill., who has three other children: Helen L., Alva Ward and Edna E. Mr. Howlett is highly respected as a man of industry and integrity and has a good standing in the community where he lives. He has good buildings on his farm and it is well improved in every way and in a high state of cultivation. Mrs. Howlett is a member of the Royal Neighbors.

HUBBS, Joshua. - The [Illinois farmer, be he enterprising and energetic, is usually loath to transfer the control of his operations into other hands, even when he has reached the age that men in other lines of industry would consider advanced years, but when he finally does relinquish his hold on active labor and removes to his residence in the nearby city or village, he soon becomes known as one of the solid, substantial citizens of his new community, and as such is a welcome addition. Joshua Hubbs, a retired agriculturist, now residing at No. 1603 Pasfield street, Springfield, was born February 24, 1833, in Orange County, Ind., a son of Willis and Elizabeth (Releford) Hubbs. Willis Hubbs, whose father came originally from the vicinity of Charleston, was born in Tennessee, from which State he removed to Indiana in 1816, settling on a farm near the present city of New Albany and erecting the first log cabin ever built in the county. Shortly thereafter he removed to Orange County, Ind., where he re-

Joshua Hubbs secured his education in the common schools of his native locality in Orange County, Ind., and as a youth worked on the farm of his father. Later, in company with his brother, he became possessed of a large farm in the same county, and this was operated by them until 1852, in which year Joshua Hubbs removed to Marion County, Iowa. One year later he returned to Indiana but later went to California, and in that State remained for four years, at the end of which time he located in Morgan County, Ill., and resumed farming, having purchased a large farm. Mr. Hubbs remained on this property until 1888, when he located in Springfield, purchasing his present comfortable home, where he now is living retired, his years of hard labor having brought happiness and success. He is the owner of several good farms as well as some valuable city property in Springfield. He and his wife are members of the Baptist Church. In politics, Mr. Hubbs is a Democrat, and served for a long period as School Director.

On November 14, 1851, Mr. Hubbs was married in Martin County, Ind., to Rachel Acre, who was born December 8, 1836, in Orange County, that State. Her father, who was born in Tennessee, and her mother, a native of Kentucky, came to Orange County, Ind., and remained there until 1839, when they moved to Martin County, Ind., where they were engaged in farming up to the time of their demise. Mr. and Mrs. Hubbs, who celebrated their golden wedding in 1901, have been the parents of eleven children, of whom eight are now living: Sarah, the wife of William Brown, living on a large farm in Morgan County, Ill. ; Ella, the wife of George Wiswell, of Jacksonville, Il].; Margaret C., who married Everett Burnette, engaged in farming in Morgan County; Minnie, the wife of Charles Jasper living near Manchester, Scott County, Ill.; Euphemia, who married Charles Wood, engaged in farming in Morgan County; Martin L., secretary of the Stuart Oil Company, Chicago; William N., residing in Morgan County; and George F., a resident of Springfield, connected with the well known clothing firm of Meyers Brothers,

HUBER, Fred Delos, M. D., physician and surgeon of Pleasant Plains, and a representative of one of the oldest pioneer families of Sangamon County, is one of the leading men of his profession in his part of the county. He is the exponent of the new school in medicine, and is faithful to his ideals and proficient in his calling. Dr. Huber was born in Meriden, Kan., June 12, 1878, a son of William M. and Betsy J. (Irwin) Huber. On his mother's side, Dr. Huber is descended from A. B. Irwin, one of the earliest settlers of this part of the county, and who came to Sangamon County from North Carolina. William Huber was born in Ohio, but came to Pleasant Plains at an early day. There he married, becoming one of the leading men of his locality. When the war broke out, he enlisted in Company B, One Hundred and Fourteenth Illinois Volunteer Infantry, serving for three years, participating in the Siege of Vicksburg, as well as in many other hardly contested conflicts of the war. He inherited his military inclinations from Revolutionary ancestors. Five children were born to Mr. and Mrs. Huber: Herbert O. of Pleasant Plains; Adah A., wife of D. C. D. Wright of Springfield, Ill.; Dr. Huber; Pearl B., wife of Dr. R. D. Duran, of Illiopolis, and W. Hope at home. The mother and daughter still reside at Pleasant Plains, but the father answered the last roll call in 1883. In politics he was a Republican, and fraternally belonged to the A. O. U. W. Both he and his wife early joined the Presbyterian Church, and brought their children up in its faith.

Dr. Huber was only four years old when the family returned to Pleasant Plains, and his boyhood days were spent in that village, where he attended school, graduating in the class of 1897. He then accepted a position in Clarkson & Mitchell's drug store, on the corner of Fifth and Monroe, where he spent two years, and while there was trained as a pharmacist, but being ambitious of a higher position, in October, 1902, entered the medical department of the St. Louis University, where he studied medicine for four years, graduating in the class of 1906, standing high in all the branches. Then returning home, he began practice, and his earnest efforts have been amply rewarded by securing a large patronage and the confidence of the community. His equipment is complete, and he keeps abreast of the remarkable advancement in his profession by constant reading and attendance upon the meetings of the societies to which he belongs, including the American Medical Association, the Illinois State Medical Society, and the Sangamon County Medical Society. Fraternally he belongs to the Masons and the Modern Woodmen of America, for the latter being medical examiner. He devotes his attention to general practice, and, whenever his services are needed, is always ready to respond to the call of duty. His skill has been demonstrated upon numerous occasions, and his sympathy and tactful handling of difficult cases wins him the affectionate confidence of those dependent upon his knowledge and ability.

Dr. Huber was married at Springfield, Il. April 26, 1911, by Rev. E. M. Steen, pastor of the Fifth Presbyterian Church, to Oleta Mae Brown, of Pleasant Plains, Ill. Mrs. Huber is the daughter of J. Peyton and Rosetta M. (Rayhill) Brown, and was formerly a resident of Jacksonville, Ill., where she attended the High School, the Womans College, and the Conservatory of Music.

Sangamon County, Ill., was one of the highly esteemed citizens of Pleasant Plains, and an honored veteran of the great Civil War, in which he won an enviable record. William Harrison Huber was born on a farm near Fairfield, Ohio, December 22, 1839, and in that section his parents died.

When a young man Mr. Huber came to Cartwright Township, Sangamon County, whither his brother James had come some time before and entered land, and young Huber continued to work with his brother until the latter sold out and removed to Meriden, Kan. At the time of the breaking out of the Civil War, in response to the first call for troops, Mr. Huber enlisted with the three months men, and after this service was completed, re-enlisted August 14, 1862, in Company B, Hundred and Fourteenth Regiment, Illinois Volunteer Infantry, for three years or during the war. The record made by this regiment is second to no other in Illinois, its service including participation in such battles at Corinth, the Siege of Vicksburg, and the battles of Guntown, Miss., Nashville and the capture of Mobile. In consequence of exposure in the service Mr. Huber became sick and was granted a thirty-days' furlough to go home and recuperate. He then rejoined his regiment remaining with it until the close of the war, and being honorably discharged August 3, 1865, after a brave and valiant service that covered three years and three months. Returning to Cartwright Township, he remained there a short time, when he removed to Kansas, where he took up land. After building a home there he returned to Pleasant Plains and was there united in marriage with Miss Bettie Irwin, who was born in 1843 on the farm now owned by J. H. Irwin.

After the marriage of Mr. and Mrs. Huber, they went to the new home near Topeka, Kan., but in 1881 they sold this property and returned to Pleasant Plains, where Mr. Huber's death occurred March 24,1888. He was a member of the A. O. U. W., a Republican in politics and a faithful member of the Methodist Church. He took a great interest in all matters pertaining to the welfare of his community and is well remembered as a man of fine character and many sterling qualities. Mrs. Huber, who is the daughter of Alexander B. Irwin and a descendant of a Revolutionary soldier, has spent her life in Pleasant Plains, with the exception of the time during which she lived in Kansas, and she enjoys the love and esteem of all who know her,

Herbert O. Huber, son of William H. and Bettie (Irwin) Huber, and who is now serving as station agent of the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad at Pleasant Plains, was born in Kansas, December 24, 1871, and there began his schooldays. In 1881 he came with his parents to Pleasant Plains, and after-school hours would visit the station here, finally taking up telegraphy in order to fit himself for his present position. On finishing his school training in

1890 he was given a position in the office and in 1894 was sent to the office at Virginia, Ill., as telegraph operator. In 1897 he was sent to Philadelphia, Cass County, as station agent, and in August, 1910, being recognized as a man peculiarly adapted to railroad work, was given charge of the company's business at Pleasant Plains, a position he still holds. He was married March 10, 1898, at Virginia, Ill., to Miss Nell B. Davis, who was born aid reared there, the daughter of L. C. and Annie (Miller) Davis, her father being engaged in the real estate and loan business in that city. Mr. and Mrs. Huber have one son, Vernon, born at Philadelphia, IL, August 28, 1899. Mr. Huber is connected with the Modern Woodmen of America at Pleasant Plains, and the lodge of the Masonic fraternity at Virginia.

Of the other children of William H. and Bettie Huber, Adah, is the wife of Dr. C. D. Wright, a physician and surgeon of Springfield ; Fred is a rising young physician; Pearl is the wife of Dr. Richard D. Dugan of Iliopolis, I11.; and Hope resides at home with the mother of the family.

HUCKELBERRY, Eli L., an honored veteran of the Civil War, now living retired from active life at Illiopolis, Ill., is a native of Clark County, Ind. born April 7, 1828, son of Henry Huckelberry and wife, both of whom were born in Pennsylvania. The father was an early settler of Clark County, where he carried on farming for years. Later he came to Illinois and located ten miles east of Springfield, where he entered 340 acres of land from the Government and lived on it the remainder of his life, dying in 1860 and being survived ten years by his widow. Of their ten children Eli L. is the only survivor. Henry Huckelberry killed the last Indian left on the battlefield of Tippecanoe, and was a soldier in the Black Hawk war two decades later.

As a boy Eli L. Huckelberry attended the district school, which was held in a primitive log building, furnished with slab benches and desks, and later worked on his father's farm until the outbreak of the Civil War. He enlisted August 6, 1862, in Company A, Seventythird Illinois Volunteer Infantry, and on account of disability was discharged November 25 of the same year. He is a valued member of the local post of the G. A. R. After his discharge Mr. Huckelberry returned to Sangamon County, and for many years has been a resident of Illiopolis. He is a member of the Methodist Church, and is much interested in all public movements. In politics he is a Republican,

Mr. Huckelberry was married (first), near Mechanicsburg, in September, 1855, to Emily H. Derry, a native of Virginia, where her father conducted a farm until his death. The mother came to Sangamon County and spent her remaining days with Mrs. Huckelberry. Seven children were born of this union, of whom two now survive; Samuel L., of Springfield, and Hattie M., wife of Edward S. Albertson, of Chicago. Mrs. Huckelberry died in 1882. Mr. Huckelberry was married (second) in Springfield, in April, 1884, to Elizabeth F. McDaniel, whose parents were early settlers of Sangamon County, where her birth occurred, and both died on their farm there. Two children were born of this union, one deceased, and the other, Carrie, married Archie Bean and lives in northern Illinois. Mr. Huckelberry is much respected in his community, where he is well known, and has many friends. He owns a home in the village.

HUCKELBERRY, William H. - Those who were born in Sangamon County naturally are more attached to this locality than those who came to it at a later period. Especially is this true of the older men who grew up amid pioneer surroundings and have had the pleasure of witnessing the marvelous development of a more recent period. One of this class of men is the prosperous farmer, William H. Huckelberry, residing on his well-cultivated farm on Section 23, Clear Lake Township, where he was born, December 7, 1852, and had -there spent his life. He is a son of the late David and Almira (Cherry) Huckelberry, born in Clark County, Ind., and Sangamon County, Ill., respectiveay. The father came to Illinois from Indiana at an early day, settling in Sangamon County, buying 120 acres in Clear Lake Township, of Wyatt Cherry, later adding to it. His children were: Benjamin, William, Owen O., Charles and Ora A., all surviving except the daughter. Charles is a farmer in Clear Lake Township. Benjamin Cherry, the maternal grandfather, was a soldier in the War of 1812, as was Henry Huckelberry, his paternal grandfather, the latter also participating in the battle of Tippecanoe. David Huckelberry died in 1906, aged eighty-five years, his wife having passed away the year before at an advanced age.

William H. Huckelberry, the eldest of the family, always rendered assistance to his parents who spent their lives in farming, and as the lad studied in the Sangamon County schools he worked at various kinds of farm labor. Farming as' his life work, has engrossed his attention, so that he has had no time for politics, although a strong Republican and proud of the fact that his first vote was cast for Abraham Lincoln.

Mr. Huckelberry has never married, but is interested in the children of his brothers, who look to him for many favors which they would not otherwise obtain. For many years he has been a consistent member of the Methodist Church, and can always be depended upon for faithful work. He is proud of his honorable ancestry, for not only does he trace back to those worth while on the paternal side, but his mother's people were important in Alabama, coming from that State to Illinois to become pioneers of this mighty commonwealth. Mr.

Huckelberry has devoted much time to reading, and is a very pleasant,. well educated man, of agreeable conversation, who keeps himself posted on current events and their application to everyday life.

HUDSON, Andrew J., who has spent his entire life on the farm where he was born, on Section $8, Maxwell Township, Sangamon County, IIL, January 23, 1839, is a son of John and Margaret (McCreary) Hudson, both natives of West Virginia, where they were married. The parents came to Sangamon County in 1826, before it was organized as a county, and the Indians had only just left the vicinity, John Hudson erected a log cabin in Maxwell Township and had to go several miles in different directions to find enough men to help him raise his house. He secured land for $1.25 per acre, and located his house in the edge of the timber, though most of his land was prairie. He was a Democrat in politics, though he never took a very active part in public affairs. His birth occurred in 1794 and he died in Sangamon County, July 12, 1875, his wife having been called to her last rest in 1854. They were parents of eleven children, two of whom died in infancy, while the others reached maturity, but Andrew J. is now the only survivor of the family.

to Illinois and died about 1597, leaving a wife and one daughter, the latter the wife of Daniel Staley; Jane, who married William Hodgson, both now being deceased, having had a family of eight children, one of whom married John Matthews, a farmer of Maxwell Township; William, died about 1885, had married (first) a Miss Nepper, by whom he had no children, and (second) a Mrs. Lacy, by whom he had three children; Rachel, married Willis Meacham and both are deceased, having had two daughters, Mrs. Ada Cora, of Waverly, and Mrs. Margaret Boyer, of Virden; John M., died in 1876, leaving a wife and one child, the former now Mrs. John Carson, of Loami; George W., married Nancy H. Park, and died in 1861, his widow having married J. L. Short, and living in Kansas; Andrew J., of this sketch; Frank N., died in Waverly, in 1907, leaving a wife and two children; Sarah E., who married Thomas Parke and died in 1870, her husband dying in 1910, they had one child, Lavinia, wife of D. C. Franklin, a farmer of Maxwell Township. Andrew J. Hudson spent his boyhood on a farm, receiving most of his education in the subscription schools, as he was able to attend the public school for only a short time after it was -established. He worked for his father as soon as he was old enough and remained with him until he was twenty-three years old. He was obliged to work the full six days each week, with no time off, and was not allowed a horse and buggy to use for pleasure. In his early days corn was dropped by hand and he used the scythe and cradle, as well as the sickle. He at one time dropped seed for eleven acres of corn, for which he was to receive twenty-five cents, but failed to get his pay for the work. He plowed with the old wooden mold board plow. He has witnessed many notable changes in Sangamon County, where his entire life has been spent, and has always taken an active interest in the progress and development of his community. He is well known and highly respected and has many warm personal friends.

Mr. Hudson was married, February 20, 1862, to Mary M. Smetters, who was born in Fairfield County, Ohio, August 28, 1840, a daughter of Daniel and Maria (Coueh) Smetterr, who came with her parents to Sangamon County in 1842. The father died about 1862 and the mother about 1870. After marriage Mr. Hudson and his wife began housekeeping in a small frame house on the farm where he was born, and this home burned eleven months after they moved into it. He erected another small frame building, which was their home until 1882, when he erected a confortable seven-room twostory dwelling. He has built many barns and other outbuildings and has made many other improvements on his farm. He has set out beautiful shade and ornamental trees, as well as fruit trees, and has attractive grounds surrounding his house. His excellent farm of 135 acres is in a fine state of cultivation, He and his wife have one daughter, Maria M., born February 11, 1876, is the wife of Oscar Vincent, and she and her husband have two children, Floyd Hudson and Florence, the former born August 17, 1904, and the latter August 16, 1907. Mr. Vincent has charge of Mrs. Hudson's farm.

Mr. Hudson has taken an active interest in raising a superior breed of stock, and during the past fourteen years "has paid considerable attention to Duroc Jersey hogs. His hogs are all eligible for registry and he sells from forty to fifty each year. He has always been in favor of good schools and the providing of good church and school edifices. He has been Justice of the Peace and Road Commissioner, and has held other township offices. In politics he is a Demoerat and in religious views a Primitive Baptist.

HUFFMAN, William (deceased), had many friends in Sangamon County, Ill., who remember him well, although all that was earthly of him passed away April 13, 1887, about a quarter of a century ago. He was a farmer of Buffalo Hart Township for many years. He discharged every duty that came his way with conscientious attention and was true to every friend. He was a stanch Democrat in political views and took an active interest in the welfare and progress of his community. Mr. Huffman was born in Kentucky, December 12, 1838, son of Jacob and Mary A: (Earls) Huffman, both natives of Kentucky, where they spent their entire lives. They were farmers, and William Huffman spent his boyhood on his father's farm, attending school and helping his father. At the age of eighteen years he moved to Sangamon County, Ill., where he engaged in farming, and continued in this occupation until his death.

Mr. Huffman was married in Buffalo Hart Township, November 2, 1860, to Melinda Matthews, who was born in Indiana, November 5, 1837. Her parents were natives of Kentucky and in an early day located on a farm in Indiana. Later they moved to Sangamon County, where the father, Glover Matthews, purchased the eighty-acres now owned by Mrs. Huffman, who has lived on this farm ever since coming to Sangamon County, over seventy years ago. She was one of eleven children, of whom three now survive besides herself. Nine children were born to Mr. and Mrs. Huffman, of whom eight now survive: James B., the oldest, on a farm in Logan County; John Wesley and Newton F., also living in Logan County; Byron, on a farm near Mt. Pulaski, Ill.; Ruth, wife of Henry Tenney, a farmer of Logan County; Mrs. Anna Scott, an Hvangelist preacher, lives with her mother; Oliver, at home; Solomon, the youngest son, in Indiana. Mrs. Huffman is now living in Buffalo Hart Township. There are twenty-six grandchildren and five greatgrandchildren,

HUGHES, William, retired farmer, Riverton, Sangamon County, Ill., is a native of Maclesfield, England, and in his life has demonstrated the value of British blood in the making of our American Civilization and progress. He was born in 1840, a son of George and Harriet (Ashworth) Hughes. His father, a sheet-iron and tin worker, conducted a manufacturing establishment. Of four sons of the family, only William Hughes and his brother Thomas, of Missouri, survive. William was educated in England and learned the sheet-iron worker's trade with his father and was employed in connection with it till 1848, when he came to America with his parents. The family sailed from Liverpool and, after a six weeks' voyage, landed at New Orleans. The mother sickened and died during the voyage and was buried in the Atlantic. After staying awhile in New Orleans, the subject of this notice made his way to St. Louis, where he lived eight years. Then, coming to Riverton, Ill., he found employment for some years with the Howlett Distillery Company. Later, after several years spent as a miner, he took up farming, which he followed with considerable success until 1901, when he retired from active business. During a portion of the period of the Civil War he was a member of the Louisiana State militia. In his political affiliations he is a Democrat.

In 1880 Mr. Hughes married at Springfield, Ill., Miss Jane Langfield, born in Ohio, a daughter of George Langfield, a native of England, who came to America and located in the Buckeye State, where he farmed during the remainder of his life. Mrs. Hannah (Whitehead) Langfield who was also a native of England, bore her husband three sons and three daughters, of whom the following survive: Mrs. Hughes; George Langfield, of German Prairie, Sangamon county; John Langfield, of Springfield, Ill.; and Mrs. Martha (Langfield) Peachey, of Iowa. Mr. and Mrs. Hughes have had six children, of whom two, George and Harriet, are deceased. The following are still living: Anna, the eldest, born June 28, 1871, is a member of the household of her parents; Thomas, born in 1873; George, born in 1875; and William, born in 1877 - all of whom assist their father in the operation of his farm and in the management of his Riverton property, which consists of his home and other desirable holdings. 'They are not members of any church, but are liberal in their views. E

HUIER, John Henry. - Springfield boasts many features that differentiate it from its slster communities of the Commonwealth. One, of course, is the fact that it is the capital, but there are several others. There is afforded an opportunity for business men of tact and judgment to pursue almost any line of business with a reasonable prospect of success, owing to the many transients who came there prepared to spend money, and who want the best of everything. One of the live young business men of the city is John Henry Huier, born sixteen miles south of Springfield, August 15, 1876, a son of James and Amanda (Murphy) Huier. James Huier was born in Sangamon County, one-quarter of a mile from the site of his son's birth, and he and his wife were married in the county. He was a farmer, who worked until his death, in 1896. He is survived by his widow, now making her home in Springfield. In politics James Huier was a Democrat, but never cared for public office. His four children are all living and, like him, are liberal in their religious views.

After attending the Oakridge School, J. H. Huier, of this biography, began to earn his own living, in the employ of Frank Sanford & Company, continuing with this firm for seven years, when he embarked in his present enterprise, which he still carries on. While he supports the candidates and principles of Democracy, Mr. Huier follows his father's policy in declining to permit his name to be used on the party ticket. His tendencies in religious matters are towards the fullest liberty for all, although he admits the good work accomplished by the churches. He is a genial, pleasant young man, with a large following of warm personal friends, and is deservedly popular with them.

HULBERT, John (deceased). - The late John Hulbert, who owned and operated a farm near Springfield, Il., had been a resident of Sangamon County since 1875, and had established himself in the friendship and esteem of all who

_ had dealings with him. He was a devout member of the Presbyterian Church and did his full duty in all the relations of life. His loss was deeply mourned, not only by his immediate fam- ily and friends, but by the community. He was a native of New Hampshire, born December 17, 1847, a son of Stephen and Nancy (Evert) Hulbert, both also born in that State. The parents were farmers and came to Bureau County, Ill., when their son John was a small boy, remaining there several years, but then returned to New Hampshire, where their deaths occurred. They were parents of nine children, of whom five are now living.

The education of John Hulbert was received in the common schools of Bureau County, Ill., and he worked on his father's farm as soon as he was physically able. After leaving school he moved to Cass County, Ill., where he worked at farming for ten years, and in 1875 located on a farm near Curran, Sangamon County, where he lived twenty years, then located on the farm where his widow now resides. He was an energetic and successful farmer and brought his farm to a good state of cultivation. In politics he was a Republican.

Mr. Hulbert was married in Morgan County, Ill., November 5, 1866, to Ella King, who was born near Nashville, Tenn., August 20, 1850, a daughter of John H. and Sarah A. (Chandler) King. Her parents, who were natives of Tennessee, moved to Kansas at an early day, and after remaining there ten years, came to Cass County, Ill., the father being killed by a falling tree in Missouri in 1866. The mother died in Cass County in 1872. There were six sons and three daughters in the family, all of whom are living. Mr. King was a farmer all his life and was a soldier in the Mexican War. Mrs. Hulbert's grandfather, Andrew Chandler, was a Captain in the Mexican War and served under General Andrew Jackson.

Ten children were born to Mr. and Mrs. Hulbert, five daughters and five sons: Stephen, a farmer of Christian County; George, lives with his mother; John E., lives in Springfield; Oliver, at home; Nettie, wife of George Caldwell, a farmer living near Springfield; Myrtle, wife of Frank Rudolph of Christian County; Ruby, living at home; Ora, wife of Edward Miller, of Springfield; Esther and Lester L., both at home. Mrs. Hulbert owns forty acres of the farm where she now resides. Mr. Hulbert passed away November 7, 1908, and was buried in Oak Ridge Cemetery. The children in this family all revere the memory of their father and all are respected and esteemed in the community.

HUMPHREY, Judge J Otis - Illinois has always been proud of its lawyers, its lawmakers and its statesmen; they have always taken rank with the leaders throughout the country, and when tried haye never been found wanting. Many of the greatest men in the modern history of the country have come from the Prairie State, and it is safe to say that the present generation can be relied upon to keep up the high standard. One who has been prominently identified with the progress of the Nation and who has been called upon to fill numerous high offices of honor and trust is Judge J Otis Humphrey, of Springfield. Judge Humphrey was born December 30, 1850, in Morgan County, Ul, a son of William and Sarah (Stocker) Humphrey, natives of Ohio, who settled in Sangamon County in 1855.

Judge Humphrey is descended from an old and honored English family. His great-grandfather, Maj. Humphrey, won his title as commander of a division of the Fourth Rhode Island Regiment during the War of the Revolution, Later generations of the family came West and the parents of Judge Humphrey settled in Illinois, where William Humphrey died in 1895. J Otis Humphrey was reared on a farm in Auburn Township, Sangamon County, and his early education was secured in the district schools. Later he attended high school at Virden, Macoupin County, two years, subsequently spending five years at Shurtliff College, and for two years following he acted in the capacity of teacher. He began the study of law with the firm of Robinson, Knapp & Shutt, and in 1880, was admitted to the Bar, working that year in the office of the Supervisor of Census, under Hon. John A. Chestnut, for the Highth District of Illinois. The next two years he was clerk in the offices of the Illinois Railroad and Warehouse Commission, and in January, 1883, he formed a partnership with Hon. H. S. Greene, who was a distinguished attorney of the West, and this association continued until 1899.

Judge Humphrey's activities in politics began in 1876, under the tutelage of Hon. Shelby M. Cullom, who was during that year elected Governor of Illinois. In 1884 he was a Presidential Elector of the Blaine ticket, and in 1896, was sent as Delegate to the National Convention at St. Louis. He was Chairman of the Republican County Central Committee for four years. On July 1, 1897, he was appointed United States Attorney for the Southern District of Illinois, by President McKinley, and in 1901, was appointed United States District Judge, in which capacity he is now serving. Judge Humphrey has tried a great number of important suits during the time he has held a seat on the bench, and it is probable that no man in his capacity in the State, has a better record of unimpeaxched and unimpeachable decisions, or has ever enjoyed more conspicuously, the confidence of the community. Those who come before him for trial have the advantage or disadvantage, as the case may be, of appealing to an expert in the great science of human nature.

In 1879 Judge Humphrey was united in mar~ riage with Miss Mary E. Scott, daughter of Rey. A. H. Scott, and to this union there have been born five children: Mary, Maud, Grace, Scott and Ruth. Judge Humphrey is possessed of more than ordinary literary ability, and specimens of his work in this line have been seen printed in a number of publications. He is a

HUMPHREYS, Joseph A. (deceased), came of an old and highly-respected Sangamon County family. His birth occurred January 2, 18438, on the old home farm, three and one-half miles southeast of Springfield, Alexander Humphreys, his father, being one of Sangamon County's early settlers. He married Nancy R. Whitecroft, in Bath County, Ky. They moved to Springfield, Ill., in 1827, and there one child was born. They later moved to Sugar Creek, and six children were born there. The Humphreys were of Welsh descent. Joseph A. Humphreys had two brothers, Charles and Thomas, who served in the war of the Rebellion. Alexander Humphreys was born November 21, 1800, in Fleming County, Ky., and was a son of Orin and Isabell (Lee Keith) Humphreys. Mrs. Humphreys was born September 7, 1771, and she and her husband were married in Fleming County, Ky., where their seven children were born, Alexander Humphreys being one of them.

Joseph A. Humphreys was only seven years old when his father moved to Christian County Ill., and there he grew to manhood, receiving a common school education. He remained at home until he married, February 2, 1882, his bride being Miss Ellen Powell, who died eighteen months later. On January 2, 1889, Mr. Humphreys was married to Miss Alice Johnson, of

Humphreys was born near Berry's Station, Sangamon County, Ill., February 20, 1859, and her father was born near Rochester Sangamon County, September 12, 1830. He was a son of Andrew Johnson, who was: born in Dumfriesshire, Scotland, but came to Sangamon County in 1826. Andrew Johnson was a millwright and built a mill on the south fork of the Sangamon River. He was married in 1827 to Mrs. Mary (Barker) Williams, and they had three sons, John, Samuel and Andrew. Louisa Taff, mother of Mrs. Humphreys and wife of Samuel Johnson, was born near Athens, Menard County, 111., July 4, 1889, and died February 26, 1884. She was a daughter of William and Theresa Taff. The Taff family were of English descent. but the mother of Mrs. Louisa Johnson was of German descent. Two children were born to Mr. and Mrs. Humphreys: Owen, who died in infancy, and Joseph A., born May 25, 1893, now a student in Upper Alton Military Academy.

Mr. Humphreys operated his farm, eight miles southwest of Edinburgh, for ten years after his second marriage, and then moved to Taylorville, which continued to be his home for five years. He then went to Colorado Springs for his health, but nine months later returned, loeating in Springfield, where he bought a home, and there resided until his death, November 25, 1910.

Mr. Humphreys was well and favorably known by all residing in his community, and sustained the reputation for probity and upright living that were so characteristic of the man, whereever he went, Possessing in marked degree the faculty of making and retaining friends, who loved him deeply, he had a host of them to mourn his death. In the fall of 1904 he became a member of the West Side Christian Church, and in his death this organization lost one of its most liberal and active workers. Recognizing his worth, soon after his admission into membership of the church, his associates made him a member of the official board, and later still he became a deacon, holding that office the remainder of his life. Deeply interested in all kinds of church work, he was one of the leaders in the congregation. In politics he was a Republican, but did not care for office. Mrs. Humphreys owns some 434 acres of rich farm land in Christian County.

HUNTER, Al, Assistant Manager of the Central Co-Operative Coal Company, of Springfield, has had many years' experience in mining affairs, having spent his life in the business. Mr. Hunter, who resides at No. 2005 North Elizabeth Street, Springfield, was born at Chatham, Ill., July 12, 1876, a son of Robert and Sarah (Hdwards) Hunter. Robert Hunter was born in Sangamon County, Ill., in 1853, and has been a miner all his life, now being in the employ of the concern of which his son is Assistant Manager. He married Mary Edwards, who was born in Loami, Ill., forty-nine years ago, and they had a family of seven children, namely: Al, Maggie, James, Bessie, Clarence, Ruth and Sadie.

Al Hunter attended the public schools of Chatham and Auburn, Il., and in 1899 accompanied his parents to Springfield. He began working in mines when he was only fourteen years old, and his whole life has been spent in the business. He has held his present position since 1909 and largely through his efforts the company has increased its volume of business very considerably. Mr. Hunter has a nice home at No. 2005 North Elizabeth Street, in the capital city. His politics are those of the Democratic party, and his fraternal connection is with the Eagles.

In May, 1901, Mr. Hunter was united in marriage with Miss Amanda Roe, of Springfield. They have had no children. Mr. and Mrs. Hunter are consistent members of the Seventh Day Adventist Church.

HUNTER, Albion (deceased). - The late Albion Hunter, for many years a resident of Springfield, 111., spent his last days in retirement from active life. He belonged to a family that had for many generations lived in the Allegheny Mountains in Pennsylvania. He was born in New Brighton, Beaver County, that State, to which place his parents had removed at their marriage, and where they spent the remainder of their lives. Both parents were born in

Greene County, Pa., the father in 1810 and the mother in 1812, and the former died at New Brighton in 1866, while his widow survived him until 1897. They were parents of eight children, four sons and four daughters, namely: Emily, wife of Joseph Mc- Daniels, both deceased; Albion; Margaret married Levi Gibson, of New Brighton, Pa., and both are deceased; Samuel, deceased, formerly of New Brighton; Frank, of New Brighton; Ellen, wife of John Brown, of Block House Run, Pa.; Elsie married, John Stuck, both now deceased; and William, of New Brighton, Pa.

The birth of Albion Hunter occurred May 22, 1838, and his education was acquired in the public schools of his native place. His first employment was in a brick yard there, and in 1875 he came to White Hall, I1., where he engaged in brick-making. Two years later he located in Springfield, where he was engaged in the manufacture of brick until his retirement from active life in 1905. He built up a good business and won an excellent business reputation. He was highly esteemed as a man of business integrity and stability and had many warm friends there.

September 20, 1857, Mr. Hunter was married in Beaver County, Pa., by "Squire" James A. Barrett, to Elizabeth, daughter of Samuel and Matilda (Shade) Smith, who was born in Perry County, Pa., August 23, 1833. Her father was born at Carlisle, Cumberland County, Pa., in 1815, and her mother at New Bloomfield, that State, in 1812. Mr. Smith, who was a shoemaker by trade, removed to Time, Pike County, Ill., in 1876, plied his trade there about two years, when he and his wife located at New Brighton, Pa., where both spent the remainder of their lives, the father passing away in 1907 and the mother, November 11, 1891. They were parents of three sons and four daughters, namely: William, of New England Hill, Pa.; George W., of Wheatland, Mo.; Samuel K., of New Brighton, Pa.; Mary A., widow of Benjamin Schlusser; Catherine, wife of Nathan A. Crouch, an undertaker living at New Brighton, Pa.; Rebecca, unmarried and living at New Brighton; Elizabeth, Mrs. Hunter. The three sons served in the Civil War. Mr. Hunter also served in the war as a private in Company B, Fifth Pennsylvania Volunteer Heavy Artillery, enlisting August 20, 1864, at the age of twenty-

Francis, of Ridgely, Ill.; Anna, born November 16, 1862, wife of Alexander Farnsworth, a printer living in Springfield; Byron died September 20, 1866. There were nine grandchildren in the family, of whom five are living, and there are three great-grandchildren. Both Mrs. Hunter and her husband belong to old Pennsylvania families. Mr. Hunter was a Democrat in politics. His death occurred at his home in Springfield March 15, 1907, and was deeply deplored by his many friends.

HUNTER, George W. (deceased). - In the death of George W. Hunter, a pioneer stockman and successful farmer, Sangamon County lost one of its most useful and highly respected citizens. He was a native of the county, born in Auburn Township, May 9, 1860, son of James Hunter and wife (the maiden name of the latter being Layson), both of whom died when their son George was but six years old. He was one of six children, four sons and two daughters, the others being: John, who died in Dakota; William, of Moscow, Idaho; Douglas, died in Moscow, Idaho, leaving a widow and two children - Mamie and William; Margaret, married Alfred Campbell, and both died leaving four children - Mamie, Minnie, Edward and Earl; Rebecca, married (first) James Campbell, by whom she had two children - Htta and Fred, her second husband being John Henry, of Jacksonville, Nl., by whom she had one child - Earl.

After the death of his parents, George W. Hunter went to live with his uncle, Wesley Hunter, at Jerseyville, IN., where he remained until he was twelve years old, but in this time had never attended school. He then went to live with his sister, Rebecca Ann Campbell, then living in Talkington Township, and being an ambitious lad, began to attend the district school near by and apply himself diligently to his studies, in which he was assisted by his kind and patient sister. In this way he was able to make rapid progress, and by studying often until midnight, he was able, by the time he was sixteen years of age, to obtain a teacher's certificate, and began teaching in the Wilson District School in Auburn Township. For five or six years be continued in this profession with excellent success, then turned his attention to farming and stock-raising. He became a breeder of the best grade of horses, cattle, hogs and sheep, and spent a useful, busy life, being a kind neighbor and true friend, always ready to help those in need or distress, and was most highly esteemed in all relations of, life. He was of a noble and upright character, and was prominent in social and political circles. He was an ardent supporter of the principles and representatives of the Democratic party and was active in party councils. He served as Supervisor of his township and also in other offices. ;

Mr. Hunter was married, November 3, 1880, to miss Rachel C. Campbell, born in Chatham Township, Sangamon County, March iy BUSI BE daughter of Peter Campbell, one of the most prominent and extensive farmers of the southern part of Sangamon County, a sketch of whom appears elsewhere in this work. Mr. Hunter then standing on it. He continued teaching for a time, then gave his whole attention to the clearing and improving of his land, which was mostly uncultivated. He had accomplished a great deal at the time of his death in the way of developing and improving his farm, and had erected the handsome residence still standing there.

In 1888 Mr. Hunter and his wife went west to visit his brother and sister, and while on the trip Mr. Hunter was taken ill, finally dying at Chehalis, Wash., of typhoid fever, November 8, 1888. His remains were brought back to Illinois and buried in the cemetery at Chatham, after which Mrs. Hunter returned to the home farm which she carried on, hiring the work done until her sons were old enough to take charge of it. The children born to her and her husband were: John W. and Walter, twins, born September 3, 1881, the former a farmer living on Section 6, Chatham Township, whose sketch appears elsewhere in this work, the latter dying February 17, 1882; Peter J., born April 24, 1884, a sketch of whom also appears in this work; Charles A., born May 26, 1886, in charge of the home farm; William D., born July 10, 1889, a farmer on Section 12, Loami Township. The sons of Mrs. Hunter all did their share in carrying on the home farm, and now all except one have settled on farms of their own near the old home, having been provided with land by their mother. There are about 400 acres in the home place, and Mrs. Hunter owns in all about 1500 acres. At one time she owned 1900 acres in Chatham Township besides timber land in Louisiana. Mrs. Hunter is revered and loved by all who know her, and has followed the example of her husband in taking an interest in all around her. She is a devout member of the Christian Church, while her husband belonged to the Methodist Church. She is a woman of strong will and high character and has reared her children to honorable manhood. Charles A. Hunter is one of the prominent stock-breeders of his community and has been successful in his farming operations. He makes a specialty of raising full-blooded Hereford and Polled- Angus cattle.

HUNTER, Hugh. - While the soil of Sangamon County is very fertile, water plentiful and easily obtained, and weather ideal, good crops cannot be raised unless the land is properly worked and scientifically conditioned, and the high standard set by agriculturists of this section is, therefore, of great credit to them. Hugh Hunter, a well known farmer of Sangamon County, who is carrying on operations on Section 25, Illiopolis: Township, was born in Christian County, Ill., October 1, 1841, a son of John and Martha (Dickinson) Hunter.

John Hunter was born August 8, 1811, in Gallatin County, Ky., and came with his father, James Hunter, to Christian County, Ill., at an early date the grandfather having entered land there from the Government. John Hunter marconditions practically .

ried Martha Dickinson who was born September 25, 1811, and they continued to farm in Christian County all their lives, Mr. Hunter's death occurring there December 22, 1856. To Mr. and Mrs, Hunter there were born the following children: Hugh; Scott, born September 28, 1852, who now conducts a meat market in Illiopolis; Sarah Elizabeth, the widow of Thomas Siedener, residing with her son in Springfield; Rachel F., born February 9, 1843, married James Lee, and both are now deceased; Harriet A., who died in infancy; and Thomas L., born September 18, 1847, now deceased.

Hugh Hunter was educated in the country schools of Christian County, and worked for his father on the home farm until the latter's death. On July 19, 1861, at Decatur, Ill., he enlisted in Company I, Forty-first Regular Illinois Volunteer Infantry, under the command of Col. I. C. Pugh, of Decatur, and with this regiment served three years, receiving his honorable discharge August 20, 1864, at Camp Butler. Although never wounded in battle, captured by the enemy or confined to the hospital, Mr. Hunter saw much hard fighting, and that he was able to be at all times with his regiment proved his worth as a hardy, brave and earnest soldier, and one at all times ready to do his full duty to his country. His regiment participated in such notable engagements as Forts Henry and Donelson, Shiloh, Corinth, Hatchie River, Coldwater, Vicksburg, Jackson and Atlanta, and it was at the last-named place that he received his discharge. After completing his army service Mr. Hunter returned to. Illiopolis where for about five years he was engaged in teaming and then removed to his present farm in Illiopolis Township, where he has since been engaged in cultivating the soil. He has a snug little farm of fifteen acres, in a high state of cultivation, and has kept it in good condition, well-fenced and with good buildings. One of Mr. Hunter's most pleasant recollections is his personal acquaintance with Abraham Lincoln.

On March 30, 1865, Mr. Hunter was united in marriage with Rose Ann Ream, who died July 2, 1904, at the age of fifty-five years. One child was born to this union who died in infancy. Mr. Hunter is a member of the Christian Church.

HUNTER, John B., who was a retired farmer residing in Buffalo, Sangamon County, Ill., was one of the large landholders of the county, and had been very successful in a business way in the locality where he had lived since 1880. He was born in Bond County, Ill., February 9, 1825, a son of David and Elizabeth (Copeland) Hunter, natives of Dickson County, Tenn. David was a son of John Hunter, who was a native of county Donegal or Tyrone, Ireland. David Hunter was married in Tennessee, and about 1820 brought his family and household goods with pack-horses to Bond County, Ill., where he entered prairie land at the edge of the timber, becoming owner of 300 to 400 acres.. In 1846 he moved to Dallas County, Tex., took up land there and remained a few years, then returning to Bond County, where he and his wife spent the remainder of their lives. They had Seven children who reached maturity, and of these John B. was the second.

John B. Hunter received his education in the district school and was reared on a farm. He lived with his parents until his marriage, April 2, 1844, to Martha Young, of Bond County, and he and his wife became parents of one son, L. M., who died in Decatur, Ill., March 14, 1910. Mrs, Hunter died in April, 1845.

Mr. Hunter married (second), in April, 1847, Mary A. Robinson, of Bond County, and they had five children; Sarah J., now Mrs. Simeon White, of Walter County, Tex.; W. H., of Downington, Wyo.; C. W., died in Illinois in 1895; Amanda J., died at the age of fourteen years; James R., killed on the railroad in 1878. Mrs. Hunter died in 1863.

Mr. Hunter was married (third), April 2, 1865, to Elizabeth White, a native of Bond County, and they became parents of three children: John B., of Denver, Colo.; Otis J., living near Orchard, Neb.; Guy L., of Mechanicsburg Township, Sangamon County.

After his marriage Mr. Hunter moved to his farm in Bond County, to which he added from time to time until he owned 2,500 acres, and was one of the most extensive farmers and stock-raisers in that county. In 1880 he sold out and moved to Lanesville Township, Sangamon County, where he bought land and became the owner of several hundred acres. In 1883 he purchased a farm in Mechanicsburg Township, to which he kept adding until he owned 549 acres, on which his son lives. Mr. Hunter also owned property in Buffalo. He had been retired from active life for several years. He was a faithful member of the Methodist Episcopal church, in which he had held all the offices; was a Democrat in politics, a friend of education and progress and highly esteemed as a man of enterprise and good business judgment. His success in life was the result of his own enterprise and energy. Mr. Hunter died in January, 19145 -