Sangamon County, Illinois - The whole text, 1912 (part 29 of 46)

Mr. and Mrs. Miller became the parents of ten children, two sons and eight daughters, one of whom is deceased, Myrtle Alice, born July 7, 1882, died February 21, 1883. Those living are Flora A., born February 17, 1860; Sadie E., wife of John Miller, living on a farm near Auburn, was born October 9, 1863; Mary F., wife of Oscar Patterson, living on a farm, was born August 27, 1865; Lilly, wife of Harry Miner, living near Alberta, Canada, was born June 8, 1868; Luella, born July 17, 1869, at home; Mrs. Georgia E. Bascom, a widow, born February 25, 1878, is a school teacher in the Sangamon County schools; Lydia Belle, born September 23, 1875, wife of Miles Fanham, lives on a farm in Auburn Township; William H., born January 26, 1877, lives in Chatham Township; John A., born October 30, 1879, lives with his father. There are sixteen grandchildren and one greatgrandchild, all of whom are living. The seventh of October, 1908, the golden wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Miller was celebrated, all of the children and grandchildren being present, as well as 185 other guests. Both Mr. and Mrs. Miller enjoy excellent health. They own their farm of 120 acres, which is in fine condition. Mr. Miller cast his first vote for Abraham Lincoln who was a warm, personal friend of his, and he has ever since continued faithful to the party the great man helped to found. He is a member of the Christian Church, as is his wife, and both enjoy their religious privileges. He has served as School Director in the several townships in which he has made his home, and where he is pleasantly remembered not only as an official, but also as a capable and successful farmer.

MILLER, Fred H. - The younger generation of farmers in Sangamon County are profiting from the experiments made by the government and _the experience of those who have gone before those of former years. One of these progressive young men who has done much to advance the cause of agriculture in his county, is Fred H. Miller, of Sections 32 and 33, Maxwell Township. He was born in Chatham Township, April 7, 1884, a son ef Thomas J. and Amanda (Jacobs) Miller. The Jacobs family are mentioned elsewhere in this work.

Thomas J. Miller was a son of James Miller, and grandson of James F. Miller, brother of William G. Miller, whose family history is treated of at considerable length elsewhere. Thomas J. was born in Sangamon County and followed the calling of a farmer in Chatham Township. He married in Chatham Township, Was a man of quiet, domestic tastes, and for many years served as School Director and Road Commissioner, being elected on the Democratic ticket. This most excellent man was killed on March 10, 1910, from falling into a tile ditch, in such a manner as to break both legs. The injuries were so serious as to lead to internal complications, and he finally passed away, aged fifty-four years, leaving a widow and three cnildren to mourn his untimely taking away. His children are: Iva May, wife of Fred Butler, a farmer of Chatham Township; Otto C., now operating the homestead in Chatham Township, and Fred H. The father was a man who carried out the Golden Rule in his everyday life. Always willing to assist others in time of need, he often left his own work to attend to theirs. Both he and his wife early joined the Christian Church.

Fred H. Miller attended the district school of Chatham Township, and was brought up to hard work on the farm, remaining at home until he was twenty-two years old. On March 7, 1906, he was married to Bertha E. Workman, who was born in Loami Township, January 18, 1886, a daughter of Stephen Workman (deceased), who is mentioned elsewhere. Mr. and Mrs. Miller have three children: Edith, born March 2, 1907, Lois, born June 18, 1908, and one son, James Thomas, born August 2, 1910. j

After their marriage this young couple rented land in Loami Township for two years, operating sixty acres. In February, 1908, they moved to their present 120-acre farm on Sections 32 and 33, which they own, although Mr. Miller operates 240 acres in the township. He is a practical farmer, fully appreciating the wisdom of rotating his crops and using improved methods and machinery in his work. His farming operations require seven horses and five mules, the former being mares of highgrade Percheron stock. He also makes a specialty of raising Poland-China hogs. It is his aim to feed a carload of hogs each year, and his product is so good that he receives for them the highest market price. He plants from 130 to 140 acres in corn, besides raising both wheat and oats, his corn averaging from fifty to sixty-six bushels per acre. Mr. Miller has always voted the Republican ticket, and both he and his wife are consistent members of the Christian Church. Fraternally he is a member of the I. O. O. F., No. 901 of Loami. Providing for the future of his family, Mr. Miller carries insurance in the Franklin Life Insurance Company and the Bankers Life Insurance Association of Des Moines, Iowa. A man of energy, progressive and public-spirited, Mr. Miller has a bright future before him, and is destined to accumulate a handsome competency through his own intelligently directed efforts.

MILLER, Henry. - When the alarm of fire is sounded, those in danger begin to appreciate the value of an efficient fire department, and show their gratitude to the brave men who risk their lives in defense of property. Henry Miller, captain of Chemical Engine No. 1, Springfield, is an experienced fire fighter and a man of unquestioned bravery and resource. He was born in St. Louis, Mo., April 6, 1841, a son of John Henry and Catherine (Zehe) Miller, both natives of Germany. The father was a cloth cutter who came to America at a very early day, settling in St. Louis where he met and married Catherine Zehe. Here the father followed his trade until he came to Springfield, IIl., in 1852, and settling in this city, resumed his work, continuing thus engaged for many years. He was successful in a business way, and left a valuable property, dying in 1879, at the age of sixtytwo years, six months and eleven days. He had three sons and two daughters, all born in St. Louis, but only Mr. Miller and a sister, Mrs. Louisa Opel, of Springfield, survive.

Mr. Miller went to school in St. Louis and Springfield before the present school houses were erected. As a boy he assisted in hauling the brick used in building the first two public schools here. After finishing school and working in a country store for two years, Mr. Miller found employment in a department store in Springfield. In January, 1861, he began learning the carpenter's trade with A. Morris, which he followed for many years. On October 17, 1858, he joined the volunteer fire department. In May, 1868, the Volunteer Fire Department was converted into a paid Fire Department. At this time there were only two engine houses with three full paid and four extra hosemen. The extra men worked at their trades receiving pay for service at each fire, Mr. Miller serving as one of the extra hosemen. In the fall of 1872, he became regularly employed on the ladder truck, and from that up, he has held every position except that of driver in his department, acting many times as chief during the absence of the regular officer. In 1871, during the great Chicago fire, he was sent with a crew of five men to that city. On April 15, 1887, he was made captain of the chemical engine, which was then stationed at No. 2 Engine House, but on March 14, 1890, the chemical engine was moved to its present quarters on Fourth Street, where

Captain Miller still remains in active service. He is not only one of the oldest fire fighters in the State, but also one of the oldest in the country, and as a seasoned veteran, is one of the most efficient officers in this line.

On June 19, 1868, Mr. Miller was married in Springfield to Angeline Morris, born in Ohio, May 4, 1848, a daughter of Alexander Morris. The latter was a carpenter and contractor who brought his family to Springfield at an early date. Here he followed his trade for a number of years, later moving to Topeka, Kan., but is now deceased. Three children have been born to Mr. and Mrs. Miller: Otto G., born August 11, 1571; a commercial salesman of Springfield; William Clint, born September 3, 1878, is in the employ of the Illinois Watch Company; and Mary A., born October 25, 1883, now the wife of Walter O. Brown. There are two grandchildren in the family, sons of Otto G. and Ada (Hallowwell) Miller; Kenneth H., born January 7, 1900,

In politics Captain Miller is a Republican. He belongs to Court Camp No. 460, Modern Woodmen of America. He takes a good deal of pride in the fact that he was personally acquainted with Abraham Lincoln, and is happy to belong to the political party he helped to found. There are few men who are more pleasant to meet than the genial veteran fire fighter, whose courage and fearlessness have saved countless lives and kept from destruction mii- lions of dollars worth of property.

MILLER, Joseph R. (deceased). - All the soldiers of the Civil War were not killed on battle fields nor died in the hospitals of that day, yet many only survived to pass away later on, but before their time, because of injuries received or disabilities contracted while serving their country. Sangamon County sent into the field as fine a lot of men as any section of Illinois, and is proud of her veterans. Too many, though, have answered to the last roll call, and their decorated graves on Memorial Day, serve to remind the present generation of the cost of the preservation of the Union. One of the men who was thus representative of the best class of soldiers and citizens this county has ever known, was the late Joseph R. Miller, formerly a resident of Williamsville.

Mr. Miller was born in Franklin County, Pa., March 3, 1828, a son of Joseph Miller, also a native of the Keystone State. Both parents of Mr. Miller died in their native State, having attained a ripe old age. Their lives were peacefully spent, and their upright characters set a good example for their children.

After attending school in Pennsylvania, Mr. Miller learned the trade of blacksmith, but feeling that he could secure larger opportunities in a newer State, he came west to Illinois. At that time everything was unsettled, and a good blacksmith found no trouble in securing employment. Eventually he settled in Williamsville, set up a shop, and operated it to the time of his death, which occurred August 30, 1903.

In May, 1864, he enlisted in the One Hundred and Thirty-third Illinois Volunteer Infantry, for 100 days' service, and the regiment was on duty most of the time guarding rebel prisoners at Rock Island and Camp Butler until its discharge, September 4, 1866.

The maiden name of Mrs. Miller was Nancy Harris. She was born in Ohio, December 22, 1827, being a daughter of John and Rebecca (Wiley) Harris, natives of Virginia. The Harris family migrated at an early day to Ohio, where the father died, but his widow survived to die in Illinois. Four children were born to Mr. and Mrs. Miller, two of whom survive: Mary, born January 6, 1859, married Edward

Miller, and three children have been born to them; and Annie, born January 22, 1861, married Charles N. Selby, and they have three children. Mrs. Joseph R. Miller resides in the family home on Church Street, which belongs to her. Advanced in years, she still takes an interest in church matters and is a very lovable lady, and has been a kind neighbor through all her useful life. Mr. Miller was a member of the Christian Church, and took his religion with him into everyday life. He regulated his business according to the Golden Rule, and was accounted one of the best at his trade in Sangamon County. His political opinions made him a Republican, and he always voted the ticket of his party.

No history of Sangamon County would be complete without a record of Mr. Miller's life, although unfortunately he left behind so little authentic data relative to himself and his family. However, in his own life he displayed the effects of careful, Christian training, and proved that his own parents had brought him up properly. His widow and daughters treasure his memory, and he is very kindly remembered by a wide circle of friends and those with whom he was associated in business dealings. The G. A. R. had in him a faithful and devoted member and he enjoyed meeting with old associates and living over again those exciting events when "The Boys in Blue" took so important a part in preserving a nation's glory and perpetuating its existence.

MILLER, Michael Clifton, well known throughout Sangamon County, Ill., as a breeder of fine horses and mules, also conducting a livery business and assisting in the management of a farm, has lived several years in the village of Chatham, where he has erected a handsome residence, and is one of the highly respected men in his community. He was born on the line of the Louisville & Nashville Railroad, south of Louisville, near Elizabethtown, Hardin County, Ky.. November 12, 1859, a son of Thomas and Rhoda (Walker) Miller, both natives of that county. Thomas Miller was a son of Michael Miller, who was also born in Hardin County, where he spent his entire life. The Miller family were well known in Kentucky and among the old settlers of Hardin County.

Thomas Miller and his wife remained in their native State until 1890, then moved to Columbus, Ind., where in 1904, both passed away. Mr. Miller was a farmer by occupation and an active member of the Baptist Church, while his wife belonged to the Methodist Episcopal Church. He was a quiet, home-loving man, and spent his latter years in retirement from active life, haying located in Columbus when seventy-five years old, his wife then being sixty-eight years old and there she passed away in October and he in December, 1904. Hight sons and three daughters were born to them and of these eight children are now living. The oldest, Mary Bell, became the wife of Wesley Shively, and died about 1894, in Pueblo, Colo., where she was buried. She left one son, Therman, now residing in Hardin County, Ky., where another son is a large stockman and operator of a famous gold mine, being successful in all his enterprises. Of the other children of Thomas Miller and wife, Lulu married Charles Devall, a motorman residing in Springfield; William T., is a large farmer living hear Newkirk, Okla; Michael Clifton, is the subject of this sketch; John C. is a retired farmer living in Williamsville, Ill.; Edward is a resident of Columbus, Ind.; Whitty and James are merchants of Columbus, Ind.; Benjamin, also of Columbus; Annie, living with her brothers in Columbus.

Michael C. Miller spent his boyhood days in Hardin County, Ky., and attended the public schools of his native State, remaining there until 1879, when he left home and went to Weir City, Kan., there engaged in mining until 1880, went to Lincoln, Neb., in the latter year and accepted a position on the new railroad being built through that section. In 1881 he made his advent in Sangamon County, first working by the month on a farm in Auburn Township, continuing this occupation about eight years. In 1889 he rented a farm near Cotton Hill, where he carried on farming operations successfully until 1901, when he rented a larger farm, remaining here until 1907, when, on March 23rd, he purchased his present place, and embarked in the livery business and the breeding of horses and mules. Being a native of Kentucky, he has the love of fine horses born in him and his judgment on such matters is taken as authority. He had a farm of 120 acres under his supervision and later one of 200 acres, and at the time of his retirement from farming was one of the most successful renters in the county. Since embarking in his present business he has been as successful, and has built up a very satisfactory business.

Mr. Miller was united in marriage, February 7, 1880, to Miss Johanna Skees, a native of Hardin County, Ky., born April 22, 1859, a daughter of Phillips and Margaret (Pierce)

Skees, the former born January 12, 1834, and the latter November 27, 1888, and both died and were buried in Hardin County. Mr. Skees died February 15, 1901, and his widow April 411, 1908. Children as follows were born to Mr. and Mrs. Miller: Philip Samuel, born in Hardin County, Ky., March 9, 1883, now operating a 200-acre farm in Ball Township, Sangamon County, married Helen Nettel, a native of Sangamon County, and they have on child, Hazel; William Thomas, born November 38, 1889, graduated from Chatham High School with the class of 1910, is now bookkeeper in the Caldwell State Bank of Chatham; Emery, born August 8, 1894, lives in Woodside Township; the oldest child, Lillie Dell, died in infancy.

Mr. Miller has two and three-quarters acres of land and a large and well regulated barn. Among his fine horses are a full-blooded Percheron stallion, "Mennen;"' a roadster, ''Linton," of the old Linton stock famous in Missouri; and an Arabian stallion Jim.

Mr. Miller and his wife are good examples of the many hardy natives of Kentucky who have settled in the State of Illinois and have achieved gratifying success. Both have worked hard and are now reaping the reward of their labor. Besides his livery business, Mr. Miller assists his son Phillips in operating 200 acres of land in Ball Township, and under their able management excellent crops are obtained each year. Mr. Miller is a Democrat in politics and since locating in Chatham, has held 'various local offices, including that of Justice of the Peace. He also served as Highway Commissioner while a resident of Ball Township. He and his wife are devout members of the Auburn Catholic Church. In all public matters he has always stood ready to perform his full share and has the confidence of his neighbors and associates. He erected his present home at a cost of $4,000, fitting it with many modern comforts and conveniences which are not found in the ordinary country home. He owns two other fine residences and other city real estate.

MILLER, William Gibson, for many years identified with the agricultural interests of Sangamon County, Ill., is also well known in banking circles and public life, and is a revered and honored veteran of the Civil War. Mr. Miller was born in Chatham Township, Sangamon County, February 3, 1838, a son of Jacob and Lucina (Potz) Miller.

Jacob Miller was born in Kentucky, married in that State, and came to Illinois in 1824, locating in what is now Chatham Township. At the outbreak of the Black Hawk War, he enlisted to defend the homes of the white settlers against the ravages of the Indians and did valiant service. After the war he returned to his home, where he resumed farming and stockraising and became one of the leading men of his community. Jacob Miller had left his native State on account of slavery, and there is no doubt that he would have enlisted for service in the Union army during the Civil War had not his age prevented. He always taught his sons to abhor even the thought of Slavery, and instilled in them the love of country that they always evidenced in their after

Abraham Lincoln, in whose office he became acquainted with the Great Martyr. Mr. Miller passed to his final rest July 27, 1862, his wife following him to the grave November 2, 1877, both dying in the faith of the Hard Shell Baptist Church. 'They were the parents of thirteen children, as follows: three who died in infancy ; William Gibson; James F., living with his son near Springfield; Francis Marion, farming in Curran Township; Eliza, who married John Greenwood, both being now deceased; Emily, the second wife of John Greenwood, deceased; Eunica, who married John Foster, both deceased; Matilda, who married David E. Mc- Ginnis; Jasper D.; Robert; Permelia; and Sarah, who married William Scott, both being deceased.

William Gibson Miller was reared on the farm in Chatham Township and attended the subscription school of his time, entering upon his duties on the home farm as soon as he was tall enough to reach the plow handles. He remained on the home farm until 1858, when he was married to Nancy Baker, who was born in Loami Township, the daughter of Thomas and Nancy (Robertson) Baker, pioneer farming people of Sangamon County who are now deceased. After his marriage, Mr. Miller located in Loami Township, where he took possession of sixty-three acres of prairie land. Mr. Miller had been raised in the timber and, as the year 1859 was a very wet one and his crops failed, he became discouraged and finally returned to the place of his birth to take charge of the home farm of his father, who was becoming old and feeble. Here he remained until August 9, 1862, when the patriotic speeches, the waving of the flag and the rattle of drums brought vividly before him all of the teachings of his father, and so enthused him that he offered his services and was accepted as a member of Company I, Seventy-third Regiment, Illinois Volunteer Infantry, being mustered; in at Camp Butler. In a few days the regiment was ordered to the front, direct to Louisville, Ky., and thence to Covington. On October 8, 1862, the regiment participated in the battle of Perryville; on December 21, came the battle of Stone River; on September 19 and 20, 1868, Chickamauga; Missionary Ridge November 24 and 25, and Rocky Face May 9, 1864. Between all these great struggles there had been battles of minor importance, skirmishes and marches, in which Mr, Miller had served faithfully with his comrades, and at Chickamauga he received a wound in the head. He declined admission to the hospital after this wound, but at Misa= "er" sionary Ridge he received a severe wound in the left forearm and was sent to the hospital at Nashville, Tenn., where he remained until July 22, 1864. He rejoined his regiment the night before Sherman swung around Atlanta, and was just too late for that battle, but participated in the battle of Spring Hill, on November 29th; Franklin November 30th, and Nashville, December 15th and 16th. Mr. Miller served with one of the bravest and hardestfighting regiments that was ever gotten together during the war. Always ready and eager for service, the Seventy-third was time and again sent into some of the most desperate conflicts of the Civil War, at Chickamauga alone losing 147 men. Company I, having gone into the battle with a complement of seventy-three men, was reduced to twenty-seven, and only five of these were able to answer roll-call. Mr. Miller had contracted rheumatism during his long and arduous service, and he also had sustained a harder blow than any received in his numerous battles, when, at Mammoth Cave, Ky., October 16, 1862, he received word of the death of his young wife whom he had left at home. It was. therefore, somewhat as a broken man that he was discharged at Camp Butler in 1865, and went to see his motherless children who were being cared for by his sister Sarah. He remained in the old home until 1866, when on June 28th of that year he was married to Sarah A. Hall, who was born in Loami Township, January 9, 1845, a daughter of Thompson and Eveline (Jacobs) Hall, one of the old and honored families of Sangamon County. Mr. and Mrs. Miller settled on a farm in this township, but in about 1877 moved to his parents' home on Section 22, Loami Township, where he took up eighty acres on which there had been no improvements made. He built a three-room house, to which he has since added, now having one of the nicest homes in his part of the township, and cultivating an excellent farm of 202 acres.

Mr. Miller. can justly be considered one of Sangamon's energetic, enterprising, publicspirited citizens, and has always given his support to movements of an educational or religious character, as well as those which tend to the advancement of agricultural and commercial interests. He is vice-president of and a stockholder in the Farmers State Bank of Loami, one of the strong financial institutions of this section. In his political relations he is a Republican, but has never sought public preferment, although always working along the lines of good government. He and Mrs. Miller haye always held membership in the Methodist Episcopal Church. ]

The children born to Mr. Miller and his first wife were: Henry E., conducting a large ranch near Denyer, Colo.; and Mary, who became the wife of Louis Jarrett, but died May 30, 1888, her husband now being a resident of Loami Township. To William G. and Sarah A. (Hall) Miller, the following children have been born:

Minnie May, born March 8, 1867, died April 6, 1867; William Madison, born July 29, 1871, died in August, 1873; Oscar, born August 2, 1873, married Olive Campbell, and is now conducting a farm near Cheadle, Canada; Lucy, born August 18, 1875, married Melvin Dodd, a farmer of Loami Township; twins, who died in infancy; Edna, born November 19, 1882, married Cecil Keplinger, a farmer on a part of the old homestead; Nellie, born March 30, 1886, married Fletcher Blackburn, a farmer near Jacksonville, Morgan County, Ill.

MILLIGAN, Clarence Wilbur, M. D. - During the past decade there have been so many changes and discoveries in medicine and surgery that the physician and surgeon of today faces an entirely different situation than did his preceptors when they commenced practice. Even the courses, by means of which the present physician fits himself for his life work are entirely different and much more exacting, and when he enters upon his practice he has already an experience which took the older physician years to acquire. Springfield is the home of some of the representative medical men of the day, and one who has already made himself felt as a careful, conscientious and skilled practitioner is Dr. Clarence Wilbur Milligan, whose office and residence is at 724 East Capital Avenue.

Dr. Milligan was born at Edinburg, Ill., December 29, 1885, a son of George W. and Eliza M. (Firey) Milligan. He attended the public school of Edinburg, Ill., where his parents resided, including the high school, and when he decided upon a medical career, entered the medical.department of the St. Louis University, from which he graduated in May, 1908. In June of that year he located at Springfield, as an interne at St. John's Hospital, where he remained one year, then began the general practice of his profession. He belongs to the regular school of medicine, and although as yet he has not specialized, he is much interested in several diseases, which he is carefully studying. He is a member of the Sangamon County Medical Society, the Illinois State Medical Society and the American Medical Association, and also belongs to the Chamber of Commerce of Springfield, fraternally is connected with the Masonic Order and the Knights of Pythias, and in religious faith is a Methodist.

On November 17, 1909, Dr. Milligan married Miss Katherine W. Becker, their union taking place at Springfield. He belongs to the younger generation of medical men, not only because of his youth, but also on account of his training, and is regarded as one of the most reliable, as well as skilled physicians and surgeons of Sangamon County.

MILLS, Charles Francis, editor, Springfield, Il., was born in Montrose, Pa., May 29, 1843, a son of Bartlet Hinds and Delia (Halsey) Mills, was educated at Shurtleff College, Upper Alton, Ill., and entered the Union Army during his

Senior year before graduation, as a private in Company C, One Hundred and Twenty-Fourth Illinois Volunteers, but in 1863 was promoted to Hospital Steward, U. S. A., which office he held until the end of the war. After the war he became a student in Bryant & Stratton Commercial College, Chicago, also studied medicine (allopathic) and practiced in the army to a limited extent. May 26, 1869, he was married near the city of Springfield, to Miss Mary Elizabeth Bennett (now deceased). He later became a farmer and breeder of improved stock, and has been editor and publisher of "The Farm Home," an agricultural weekly, at Springfield, since 1890. He has also been prominently identified with agricultural affairs, having served as Secretary of the Sangamon County Fair; Chief Clerk, Assistant Secretary and Secretary of the Illinois State Fair; Secretary of the American Live Stock Association and the American Fat Stock Show; Secretary of the Illinois Department of Agriculture; chief clerk for the Secretary of the Live Stock Show, Columbian Exposition, Chicago, 1893; Secretary for Chief, Department of the Live Stock Universal HPxposition at St. Louis, 1904; Secretary and President of the American Berkshire Association; Secretary of the American Clydesdale Association; President of the American Ancestral Association; Secretary of the American Association; one of the Live-Stock Herd-Book Secretaries; member of the American Breeders' Association, the American Short Horn Association, and the American Shire Horse Association; Secretary of the American Berkshire Congress, etc. Mr. Mills drafted and secured the passage of the bill creating the Illinois Farmers' Institute and was State Secretary of same for several years; and was organizer and Secretary of the Commission of the Illinois Farmers' Hall of Fame. He has served in the Illinois National Guard, as Captain and Adjutant Fifth Infantry, Major and Quartermaster of the Second Brigade, Colonel and Assistant Adjutant General. His religious relations are with the Presbyterian church, and in politics he is a Republican. As editor he has been associated with the publication of the Year Books of the American Clydesdale Association (8 vols.), the American Berkshire Association (10 vols.), Illinois Department of Agriculture (4 vols.), Reports of other societies and of Live Stock Shows of World's Fairs (1893 and 1904). His home is at 322 South Second Street, and his office at 508-510 East Monroe Street, Springfield, I1. From this record it will be seen that there are few men who have been as busy as has been Col. Mills.

MINER, Lewis Henry, editor of the Mlinois State Journal, Springfield, Ill., was born in that city January 31, 1860, a son of Orlin Henry and Ellen Maria (Smith) Miner, the former a native of Vermont, born May 13, 1825. After spending some sixteen years in the State of Ohio, in 1851 Orlin H. Miner came to the city of Chicago and there engaged in the watchmaking business, later engaging in the same business in the City of Springfield. In 1857 after the election of Jesse K. Dubois as State Auditor on the first Republican State ticket, Mr. Miner was appointed Chief Clerk in the Auditor's office, a position which he retained until December, 1864, when on the retirement of Mr. Dubois by resignation, he succeeded to the office of Auditor to which he had been elected at the November election, thus serving more than a full term. After retirement from office, Mr. Orlin H. Miner became a stockholder and Director of the Springfield Iron Company, but died May 27, 1880. His widow still survives and is a resident of Springfield.

Lewis H. Miner received his early mental training in the Springfield city schools, following the Civil War, and naturally imbibed the patriotic principles of the Republican party which had inspired his father, as a fellow citizen of Abraham Lincoln, during the most dramatic period of the Nation's history. Mr. Miner was appointed postmaster of Springfield, July 1, 1899, by President McKinley, and served one term,

On August 8, 1899, Mr. Miner married Georgia May Watson, a daughter of Charles F. and Samantha A. Watson, and they have had three children, two sons and one daughter, namely: Orlin Watson Miner, deceased, Theron Bushnell Miner and Alice Stokes Miner, the two last named still living.

MINER, Smith. - Pawnee is the home of a number of men who have retired from the duties which once engrossed them, and who are enjoying a 'rest well-earned by their labors of the past. One of these is Smith Miner, born in Jersey County, March 2, 1849, a son of Smith and Patty Miner, the former born in Virginia. The parents married in that State, moving to Jersey County in 1820, and there the father died, in 1849. Later, the mother married and moved to Morgan County, Ill., where she died, in June, 1862. There were three children in the Miner family, one dying in infancy, and the others being: Benjamin, born in Jersey County, died in Memphis, Tenn., while in the army, and Smith. There were no children by the second marriage of the mother. Both the Miner and Davis families were old ones in Virginia, the former originating in Germany.

When he was only twelve years old, Smith Miner left home, finding employment with various farmers in Sangamon County, and attending the Hopewell school. In 1870 he rented a farm, continuing to operate it for four years, following which he was engaged in various lines of work until 1890, when he entered the employ of the Pawnee Railroad Company at Pawnee, continuing thus for fifteen years, when in 1905 he retired. In national affairs he votes the straight Democratic ticket, but in local matters supports the man best fitted for the office. While living in Madison County, he served six consecutive years as Collector, and has held the same office for two terms in Pawnee. For thirty-five years he has been a member of the I. O. O. F. Mrs. Miner is a Methodist, while Mr. Miner carries out the Golden Rule in his dealings with his fellow men,

The marriage of Mr. Miner occurred in Madison County, November 28, 1869, to Clara C. Jones, born in that county, May 20, 1849, a daughter of Martin and Elizabeth Jones. Both were natives of Madison County and there died. There were seven children born to the first marriage of Mr. Jones: Charles, Marinda, and Mrs. Miner, living; Norcrass, Palestine and Margaret, deceased, and one who died in infancy. Later he married Hliza Kirkendall, but she bore him no children, The Jones family settled in Madison County, Ill., at an early date, and participated in the stirring events of that day. When a girl, Mrs. Jones' grandmother started home with a neighbor girl to pay a visit, but changed her mind and came back. The other, going on her way, was killed by the Indians, as was her mother, and this would have been the fate of Mrs. Jones' grandmother, had she not altered her plans.

Mr. and Mrs. Miner have had three children: Daisy, born in Sangamon County, October 23, 1871, married F. M. Masters, resides in Fort Smith, Ark., three children - Glenn, Clara and Morrell; Tule K., born in Madison County, May 30, 1876, is in the employ of the Clayton Dry Goods store and lives at home; and Benjamin H., born in Madison County, April 3, 1886, lives at home, being in the employ of the Chicago & Great Western Railroad Company as a surveyor.

During the many years he has been a resident of Pawnee, Mr. Miner has made many friends, and is numbered among the most esteemed of its citizens, and one who can always be depended upon to give public-spirited support co all measures looking toward securing good government,

MISCHLER, Phil. - The social life of Springfield presents delightful opportunities for the display of charming hospitality, and the leaders here are noted for their lavish entertaining. Mr. Mischler is one of the most popular men in Sangamon and adjoining counties, where he is so well and favorably known as buyer for The John Bressmer Dry Goods Company, one of the largest companies of its kind in Illinois.

Mr. Mischler was born in Springfield, Ill., January 8, 1847, a son of Philip and Elizabeth Mischler. Mr. Mischler received an excellent education and business training, and since 1867 has discharged the duties of his responsible position in such a manner as to command the confidence of his employers, reflect credit upon his ability as a business man, and also to add to the prestige of His concern which he

Miss Agnes Mischler is recognized as one of the leaders in musical circles throughout Central Illinois. She has been most carefully trained in the best musical conservatories of Chicago and is making use of her talent by imparting instruction to pupils who come to her from the city and surrounding towns. Miss Mischler has entertained thousands who have listened delighted to her interpretation of the masters, and Springfield is very proud of her.

Mr. Mischler is a Democrat, is a member of Company ©, Fifth Illinois National Guard, an enthusiastic member of the Knights of Columbus, Springfield Council No. 864, he is easily the leading spirit of his lodge. He is also a most liberal supporter of the Roman Catholic

A tireless worker, and accustomed to come in contact with a large circle of business men, Mr. Mischler enjoys a wide acquaintanceship, and understands how to conduct the line of business in which he is engaged, and preserve the dignity of his position. Both he and his family stand among the foremost representatives of Springfield society, and have contributed their full share towards the development of present very desirable conditions.

MITCHELL, John F., a veteran of the Civil War and for many years foreman in the rolling mills at Springfield, has lived retired for the past eight years. He occupies the comfortable home at 1505 North Eighth Street which was built thirty-eight years ago, and besides this property owns various city lots. He was born near Youngstown, Westmoreland County, Pa., February 2, 1845, son of George Mitchell. The father was born in Pennsylvania, in 1819, and was a son of Rey. Mitchell, who came to America from Ireland and married a lady of German extraction. After the death of his parents George Mitchell accompanied his brother James to Westmoreland County and there worked at his trade of blacksmith, which he had previously learned. He also learned the trade of tanner, but did not follow that to any extent. He moved to Johnstown, Pa., and there for some years followed his trade, continuing same for a few years after his location in Springfield in 1873. Later he worked at the rolling mill under the supervision of his son John F., then a foreman. He was a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church, was a Democrat, and while living in his native State held various county offices. He died in 1897 in Springfield, where his wife also passed away. Their children were as follows: Isabelle died at the age of twenty-four years; John F.; Ellen, Mrs. August Andre, of Pennsylvania; Thomas, of Madison, Ill.; Mary Ann, wife of John Barren, of Springfield; Sue, Mrs. Harry Price, of Colorado; George, of Chicago; Lou, Mrs. Robert Williams, of Colorado; James,

After receiving his education in the schools of Johnstown, Pa., John F. Mitchel learned the trade of blacksmith with his father, and was employed in this capacity by the Cambria Iron Works, remaining in their employ several years. On August 12, 1862, he enlisted at Harrisburg as a private in Company B, One Hundred Thirty-third Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry, under Captain Butler and Col. Spekman. The regiment was assigned to the Fifth Army Corps and participated in the Battles of Antietam, South Mountain, Fredericksburg, and minor engagements, being mustered out at Harrisburg at the expiration of nine months, in 1863. Mr. Mitchell returned home and for a few months resumed his former occupation, then entered the employ of the Government in the rolling mills at Chattanooga, where he remained until the close of the war. He went to Pittsburg, worked two years at his trade, and there in 1867 married Miss Margaret Elizabeth Crumb, who was born in Richland County, Ohio, February §&, 1843, daughter of Nicholas Crumb. Her mother died when she was an infant and she was reared by her grandparents, David and Mary (Catts) Early, farmers of Columbiana County, Ohio. David Early was a soldier in the War of 1812, and his wife, who died as the result of a severe fall, at the age of ninety-three years, was well and strong up to that time.

After his marriage Mr. Mitchell worked five years in Baltimore and one year in St. Louis, then came to Springfield and soon found employment in the rolling mills, where he was soon promoted to the position of foreman. He kept this position for a period of twenty years, and at the time of retiring from active life in 1903 was one of the most trusted employes of the company. He was always most careful and painstaking in the discharge of his duties and the work which was done in his department was of the best. He is a life-long Democrat and is a member of Stephenson Post G. A. R. While not a member of any religious organization, he frequently attends the Third Presbyterian Church, to which his wife belongs, and is a generous supporter in its good cause.

Children as follows were born to Mr. Mitchell and wife: Frank died at the age of two years; George L., at home; John Elmer, also at home; Walter R., of Springfield; Arthur H., Eugene, Leroy, of Springfield; Ralph, of Los Angeles, Calif. Mr. Mitchell's successful career well illustrates what a man may accomplish by ambition and industry, though unaccompanied by the assistance of money or influential friends.

MITTS, Edward Grant. - The history of the business houses in Sangamon County, indicates that the advancement which has been universally shown is the result of persistent effort intelligently directed by enterprising men, who understand their work in all its details. A prosperous merchant of Springfield, who con- trols a large trade, Edward Grant Mitts, of No. 1128 South First Street, was born in Dawson, Ill., April 12, 1870, a son of John and Nancy Ellen (Myers) Mitts, the former born in Richmond, Va., June 26, 1884, and the latter in Chillicothe, Ohio, August 15, 1840. The father (a farmer by occupation) was personally acquainted with John Brown, of Harper's Ferry fame, and took part in the notable incidents of that period. He was one of the early settlers in Sangamon County and held many offices in his community.

After attending local schools Edward Grant Mitts went to Illinois College at Jacksonville. He grew up on a farm, learning habits of thrift and economy which were to assist him materially later in life. Upon leaving college he entered the government service as railroad mail clerk, and later began manufacturing stock and poultry food. Still later he took up general publicity and commission advertising. He eventually established himself in his present business and is now handling a general line of merchandise.

Mr. Mitts is a Methodist and has always been a steadfast Republican. When he was twenty-one years old he joined the Masonic fraternity and he has taken the degrees up to and loyal, Mr. Mitts believes that true friendship is one of the most valuable things on earth. Benevolent, although not ostentatiously so, the recipient of his generosity often does not know the donor of the gift, Mr. Mitts is a man whose friends are many, and who is rightly numbered among the solid citizens of the Capital City.

MOHR, Anthony. - The farming interests of Sangamon County are in the hands of men who have made the business of farming a life study, and to this fact may be credited, to a large degree, the flourishing conditions to be found there. Anthony Mohr, who, with his sister Franciska, lives on his excellent tract of eighty-seven acres of land on Sections 14 and 15, Woodside Township, is one of the scientific agriculturists of Sangamon County. He was born in this township, December 30, 1861, a son of William A. Sr. and Maria Ann (Buittman) Mohr.

William A. Mohr, Sr. was born in Wevelsburgh, Westphalia, Germany, in which place both his parents spent their entire lives, and (as is the custom in that country) he served his time, two years and seven months, as a soldier in the Prussian Army. After receiving his honorable discharge in 1855, he emigrated to America, and came by way of New Orleans to St. Louis, Mo., and thence to Springfield, Ill. He located near the village of Pleasant Plains and married Elizabeth Hines, of Nassau, Germany. To them were born two sons: one, born August 2, 1857, died September 7, 1857, and the other, Frederick, born January 11, 1859, died February 15, 1859. The mother of these children died on March 14, 1859. All were buried near Spring- field, in what was formerly known as the Hutchinson Cemetery. Mr. Mohr then left for St. Louis, Mo., where he soon formed the acquaintance of Miss Maria Ann Buittman, whom he married at Springfield, Ill., in the former St.

Iles Sr., by the month, and continued four years in that position, until he accumulated enough to purchase a five-acre tract from his employer, on South Eleventh Street, between Laurel and Ash, which was sold when he settled on Sections 14 and 15 in Woodside Township, the present home of his son and daughter, Anthony Mohr and Franciska Iles. He then engaged in agricultural pursuits and spent the remainder of his life om his farm, where his death occurred November 17, 1887.

Mr. Mohr was highly esteemed by all who knew him as a diligent and upright man. He was a Democrat in political views and a Catholic at heart, and remained a faithful member of the Church until his death, when he was anointed by the last rites of the Catholic Church, His wife, Maria Ann (Buittman) Mohr, was born in October, 1832, in Langen, Osnabruck, Hanover, Germany, and came to the United States in 1856, settling at St. Louis. She received her education at the St. Benedict Parish school, in Germany. She was a faithful worker all her life and possessed all the qualities of a good mother that anyone could have, her death occurring on the same premises as the death of her husband, on March 10, 1908. To Mr. and Mrs. Mohr the following children were born: Anna Katherine, who passed her school-days at SS. Peter and Paul's School,. corner Sixth and Reynolds Streets, Springfield, and died in 1881 on the home farm; Lewis died in Sangamon County at the age of two years; Anthony, whose name stands at the head of this sketch; Mary Caroline, who married Nic Krueger, and agriculturist and carpenter of Sangamon County, and has a family of nine children; Regina, who married S. J. Ridder, of Morgan County, Ill., and they have five children; Franciska, who married David Iles, of Sangamon County, and has one child, Ruth, born in 1892; Ludowika, - who married, June 1, 1891, in Springfield, Henry Ridder, of Morgan County; and William J., who married Mary Williams, of Sangamon County, and they have five children.

Anthony Mohr secured his education in SS. Peter and Paul's Catholic School, in Springfield, and was brought up to work on the farm, by his parents, utilizing his spare time to add to his education by study, and daily gaining knowledge and experience in the line of farming. He remained at home with his parents, assisting his father in cultivating the home farm, and after the latter's death took charge of the property, of which he and his sister, together, own eighty-seven acres. Mr. Mohr has a welldeveloped piece of land, which yields good crops, and he has improved it with handsome, substan- tial buildings, and raises full-blooded stock. He is recognized as an authority on scientific farming, and is looked upon as one of the township's intelligent and enterprising agriculturists,

Mr. Mohr has never married. He is a Democrat in political views, but has never cared for public office. Reared in the faith of the Catholie Church, he has remained a faithful member of that denomination, and can always be depended upon to support any movement for the church or of a charitable nature. He has travelled but little, and during the many years he has lived in the township, he has seen some wonderful changes take place. A pleasing conver- Sationalist and congenial companion, he has made many friends, and is popular throughout his township.

MONTGOMERY, James Frederick, engaged in a general horse-shoeing business at No. 115 South Seventh Street, Springfield, is one of the live, progressive men of the city, and one who commands the respect of his customers by reason of the quality of his work and the honesty of his methods. Mr. Montgomery was born February 10, 1874, in Orange County, Ind., being a son of Robert M. and Mary (Morgan) Montgomery. The father was born near Louisville, Ky., but later moved to Orange County, Ind., where he bought 160 acres of land, operating it until his death, which occurred when he was seventy years old. His wife died in Dlinois, in 1898. There were three children in their family: James F., Florence, now Mrs. Robert Grandy, of Canada; and Hattie, of Scott County, IIL, who married Thomas Maguire.

Mr. Montgomery's educational advantages were limited, and after he was fourteen years old he earned his own living. His first work netted him nine dollars a month, and was secured in Orange County, but three months later he came to Carrollton, Ill., where he worked on a farm until sixteen years old. At this time he began learning the trade of horse-shoeing with William Sunderland, at Kane, Ill. remaining with him for three years, and for his work receiving two dollars per week and his board. After he had learned his trade Mr. Montgomery worked at it in Kansas City, Decatur, and other points. He finally started business on his own account, in Illinois, and soon after spent Six years at Alsey, Ill, and ten years at Argenta, then came to Springfield to open his present establishment, since which time he has built up a large trade which extends over a wide territory.

Mr. Montgomery was married at Roodhouse, Ill., in 1895, to Emma Darling, of Sand Prairie. Two children were born of this marriage, Carles and Hal. Mr. Montgomery was married a second time, at Argentine, Ill., in September, 1901, to Miss Laura Deihl, of that town, daughter of Jerry and Malinda (Slagle) Deihl. No issue. Mr. and Mrs. Montgomery are consists members of the Methodist Church and in polities he is a Republican, Fraternally he is a

Knight of Pythias and member of the Court of Honor. While not active in public affairs he is interested in securing good government and in protecting the interests of the people. He is industrious and upright, and has worked very hard all his life being certainly a self-made man.

MOORE, Samuel. - Mining and mines represent such a large share of the interests of Sangamon County, that no review of it would be complete without the names of some of the men identified with this vast industry. An experienced mining man is Samuel Moore, manager of the Springfield Co-Operative Mine, who is living at No. 1619 North Eighth Street, Springfield. He was born in St. Clair, three miles from Pottsville, Schuylkill County, Pa., June 17, 1854, the fourth son of John and Grace (Lamb) Moore, natives of Durham County, England, the former born August 14, 1810, and the latter in 1816.

John Moore started to work in the mines in his native country when very young, was there married to Grace Lamb, the family coming to the United States in 1836 and settling in Schuylkill County, Pa., but a few years later removing to Mahonoy City, where Mr. Moore helped to open up the mines of the St. Clair Valley. At that time there were no railroads, but after a railroad had been constructed between that point and Port Carbon, the miners loaded their cars and sent them to the canal boats, where the product was disposed of. Mr. Moore rose to be a mine boss, a coal contractor and the owner of a small mine, and during his later years made a trip to Iowa and Illinois, mining in these States for a short time. His death occurred in 1897, he having survived his wife some twenty years. Both were members of the Methodist Episcopal Church. Their children were: Thomas, a member of the Second Regiment Pennsylvania Cavalry during the Civil War, died at the age of fifty-two years; Frank, deceased; John, in Colorado; John; and Mary, George and William, deceased.

Samuel Moore had little chance to secure an education, as the Civil War had taken so many men away that teachers were hard to secure, and, as a consequence, he is self-educated. At the age of nine years he went to work picking slate at the mines, and at the age of twelve years began working inside the mines, pumping air to the men. He then became a mule driver, later a laborer, and finally a full-fledged miner. In February, 1876, he came to Springfield and went to work in the old North Mine, and after one year there began traveling through different States, but in 1880 again came to Springfield, where he has since resided. In 1888 he took the contract for sinking the Capitol Mine, and in 1892 sunk a mine at Selbytown. He sunk the mine for the Junction Coal Company, and op- _ ened up the big Jones and Adams mines near the Fair Grounds. At this work he is an expert, but has also done much mine repair work.

Mr. Moore was married in Springfield, September 7, 1882, to Miss Rebecca Roy, of Springfield, daughter of John Roy, and to this union children have been born as follows: Grace, William R., Elsie, Elmer, twin of Elsie, Arthur, John, Samuel, Anne, George, Clifford and Walter. Mr. Moore is a Presbyterian in his religious belief. He is a stanch Republican in politics and his fraternal connection is with the Knights of Pythias.

MOORE, William Eaton (deceased). - One of the leading factors of success among the farmers of Sangamon County is their growing interest in high-grade stock. Probably no man in the region made a wider reputation for his fine strain of horses than William Eaton Moore, whose farm, now within the city limits of Springfield, was one of the finest stocked in the Mississippi Valley. Mr. Moore was an extensive importer of the finest breeds, making a specialty of the German coach horse. He made semiannual trips to Germany for the purpose of purchasing the finest grade to be found in European markets. His horses were sold throughout the United States at high prices, averaging about twenty-five hundred dollars each. Mr. Moore became known among breeders and horse dealers throughout the country, both as an importer and as a dealer, and achieved the highest reputation for enterprise and business integrity, as well as ability in his line of operation. He was successful to a large degree, and had one of the finest suburban homes of Springfield, where he and his wife delighted in entertaining their many friends.

Mr. Moore was born in Cincinnati, Ohio, February 27, 1848, a son of W. H. and Anna Jane (Eaton) Moore, the former a book publisher. The family came to Illinois in 1876. William E. Moore attended high school in Cincinnati and later took a course in Sewickley (Pa.) College. After coming west he located in Sangamon County, where he secured a farm adjoining the city of Springfield, and now within its corporate limits,

Mr. Moore was married in Cincinnati, Ohio, November 10, 1870, to Miss Mary B. McGechin, a native of that city, and they had five children, three of whom are living: Gertrude, Mrs. De- Witt Smith, of Springfield ; Willa, at home; and Jeanette, the wife of J. Russell Yates, of Springfield. The family are prominent in social and other circles, and have the esteem and regard of their friends and acquaintances, being well. known in the city and vicinity, their home for so many years. Mr. Moore departed this life, July 15, 1907.

MORGAN, Michael, an enterprising Irish-American citizen of Springfield, Ill., was born in County Armagh, Ireland, in 1832, a son of William and Mary (McCann) Morgan. He lived with his parents until he was twentythree years of age and was educated in his native country. Both of his parents died in Ireland. In 1855 Mr. Morgan emigrated to America, landing in Canada June 1, and lived in that country ten years. He was living in

Canada during the Civil War and about the time hostilities were over, he came to Illinois, locating at Springfield, where he has followed mining most of the time since. He has been industrious and thrifty and has become the owner of several pieces of property in the city. He is a public-spirited citizen and much interested in the public affairs of his adopted country. He now lives at 1729 East Jackson Street, and has many friends in the neighborhood, where he is well known.

Her parents and grandparents died in Ireland. Six children were born of this union, three sons and three daughters: William, born in Ireland, now lives in Springfield, where he is employed by a railroad company, is married and has seven children; John, born in Canada, in 1858, married Ellen Reddy, lives in Springfield and has four sons and two daughters; Michael, born in Canada, but lives in Springfield, married Catherine Gannon, who died in 1907 leaving two daughters - Catherine and Josephine; Mary Jane, born in Canada, married Tom Reddy, of Springfield, and they have one child - Ella; Matilda, born in Canada, married Pat McGon, of Springfield, who died in 1905; they had seven children, six of whom are living; another daughter, Ella, was born in Springfield, and died in 1907. Mr. Morgan is a devout member of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church and in politics is a Democrat. He belongs to the Ancient Order of Hibernians and to the United Mine Workers Union.

MORRIS, James F., a self-made man, and a highly respected citizen of Springfield, Ill., is best known in connection with the work he has accomplished in the interests of the Ilinois State Federation of Labor. He has held the office of Secretary and Treasurer of this organization continuously since 1901, and also various positions of honor and trust in public life. He is a man of pleasing manner and interesting personality, and has won influence and position through his force of character and determination to make the most of his opportunities. Mr. Morris was born in County Tipperary, Ireland, June 24, 1859, son of Thomas and Catherine (Farrell) Morris, both natives of that county, where they were farmers.

The education of James F. Morris, was acquired in the English National School and he spent his early years on a farm. He was married in 1880, to Bridget O'Dwyer, daughter of Michael and Jonanah (Hanley) O'Dwyer, of

County Tipperary. Soon after his marriage Mr. Morris and his wife came to America. He worked for a time in a freight house in New York City. He came to Illinois in January, 1881, and first worked for the Spaulding Nursery Company at Riverton, Ill., and soon after began working in the coal mines there, Later, he worked in the coal mines of Peoria County and in 1887, became employed in the mines in the vicinity of Springfield.

Mr. Morris first became identified with the labor movement by joining the Knights of Labor in 1882. From that time on, he took an active part in the labor movement being very active in the organization of the miners progressive union in 1886, and again in organizing the United Mine Workers of America in 1890, and ever since has been a member of the U. M. W. of A., having represented -his union in both District, State and National conventions at various times. In 1901, he was first elected Secretary and Treasurer of the Federation of Labor, and has been re-elected by acclamation each year since. He has given the affairs of the organization the most careful attention and has taken a sincere personal interest in the success of the movement. In 1880, Mr. Morris was elected County Constable in Clear Lake Township, Sangamon County, on the Democratic ticket; elected to the office of City Clerk in the village of Riverton in 1895, on the License ticket, and was elected to the Legislature from the Forty-fifth Senatorial District, comprising the Counties of Sangamon and Morgan, on the Democratic ticket, November 3, 1908, and re-elected November 8, 1910. During the sessions of the Forty-sixth and Forty-seventh General Assembly, Mr. Morris served on the following committees: Appropriations, Enroled and Engrossed Bills, Fees and Salaries, Insurance, Labor and Industrial Affairs, Libraries, Mines and Mining, Penal and Reformatory Institutions, State and County Fairs, State and Municipal Civil Service Reform and State Geological Survey. Fraternally, he is a- member of the Ancient Order of Hibernians, Knights of Columbus, Catholic Order of Foresters, Independent Order of Redmen, Loyal Americans of the Republic, Modern Brotherhood of America, United Mine Workers of America, and Order of Owls. He is a member of St. Agnes Roman Catholic Church. Mr, Morris takes a keen interest in every movement for the public welfare and progress and may be depended upon to contribute his share to every worthy cause which comes to his notice.

To the union of Mr. and Mrs. Morris were born nine children, two of whom died. Those who are living are as follows: Thomas Francis, Josephine Theresa, Mary Agnes, Nellie Marie, Margaret Adela, Nora E., Catherine Alphonsus Patricia. Mr. Morris owns the residence of the family at 824 So. Cleveland Avenue, Springfield. His many friends are chosen from all walks of life and by all, he is accorded sincere respect and esteem,

MORRISON, John W. (deceased), who came to Williamsville, 11l., about 1850, was a native of Edinburg, Scotland, born March 17, 1523. His father was a weaver and both parents spent their entire lives in Scotland. John W. Morrison was educated in his native country and there learned the trade of carpenter, which he followed most of his life afterwards. He came to America as a young man and worked at his same occupation at various places for many years, and after spending five years in Lafayette, Ind., where he was married, came to Williamsville and located in the home where his widow now resides. He went West on a prospecting tour in 1862, and was last heard of in Idaho, after which it is supposed he was lost in the mountains, as he never returned.

November 1, 1846, Mr. Morrison was married, in Lafayette, Ind., to Elizabeth Mills, born at Williamsport, Pickaway County, Ohio, October 12, 1824, daughter of James Mills. Mr. Mills was a native of Virginia and his wife of Kentucky, and they were married in Ohio. They lived for a time in Menard County and were among the early settlers of Williamsville, Ill., where he engaged in the blacksmith and wagonmaking trade, and continued in this business until his death, in 1866. His widow died in 1869. Four children were born to Mr. Morrison and his wife, of whom but one survives, James W., who resides with his mother. Mrs. Morrison owns a beautiful home in the village, where she has resided the past fifty years, and she is well known and highly respected in the community. Mr. Morrison was an Episcopalian and his widow is a member of the Christian Church. He was a Democrat in politics. He was a man of reliability and stability of character and had the confidence and regard of all with whom he had dealings. He was industrious and successful at his trade and a man of good habits, and is remembered by many of the older residents of Williamsville as a man of kind heart and a public-spirited citizen.

MORSTATTER, George. - Ever since its incorporation Sangamon County has been noted for its phenomenal development, due not only to the fertility of the land, but to the enterprise and public-spirit of its citizens. Especially has this growth and development been apparent in the last few years, during which it has taken its place in the front rank of Illinois counties. One who has done his share in bringing about such a condition of affairs is George Morstatter, engaged in agricultural pursuits on Section 26, Illiopolis Township, where he has an excellent property. Mr. Morstatter is a native of Germany, born in Bavaria, February 28, 1836, a son of Jacob and Magdaline Morstatter, natives of the Fatherland. Jacob Morstatter, who was a fruit grower in his native country, came to America at an early date and settled in New Haven, Conn., where he conducted a wine garden until his death. He had served in the

Mr. Morstatter was educated in Germany and assisted his father until coming to America in 1856, and after landing in New York went to New Haven, Conn., where he secured employment in a factory. One year later, however, he came west to Decatur, Ill, and followed gardening for seven years, eventually moving to Iliopolis Township and purchasing his present fine farm of 110 acres. He has been successful in his agricultural pursuits, and has also done his duty as a citizen, serving as Road Commissioner in Macon County for several terms. In political matters he is a Democrat. He is a Roman Catholic in religious belief, while Mrs. Morstatter is a member of the Christian Church.

Mr. Morstatter was married in Decatur, IIL, in 1863, to Malinda Barger, who was born in Maroa, Ill., daughter of a Macon County farmer, and to this union there were born two children: Dora, wife of John Erlinbush, living in St. Louis, Mo.; and Sarah, wife of Andrew Jackson, living in Creston, Iowa. Mrs, Morstatter died in Decatur, and Mr. Morstatter was married (second) July 13, 1876, to Mary E. Doolin, who was born in Jefferson County, Ill., October 1, 1855, daughter of a farmer of that county. To this union there were born eleven children, of whom nine are now living: Harvey, who resides in Buffalo, Ill.; Delilah, wife of James Pearson, living in Morrisonville, Ill.; Anna M., who married J. B. Stubblefield, living in Decatur; Mary K., wife of Frank Sargent, living on a farm near Illiopolis; Martin R., a resident of Fort Worth, Tex.; Lula B., wife of Charles Roelinger, of Shelbyville; Amelia E., wife of Harry Henry, of Decatur; Georgia, wife of Guy Ready, of Chatham, Ill; and Arthur W. There are twenty grandchildren in the family.

MORTIMER, C. F., was born June 238, 1875, and graduated from Bethany College, of Bethany, W. Va., in the Class of 1896. He received his legal education in the law office of Conkling & Grout, in Springfield, Ill., entering that office in the winter of 1897 and remaining there about three years, being admitted to the Bar in 1900. Mr. Mortimer is a Republican in politics and was elected City Attorney in the spring of 1901. He has held no other political office. During the Spanish-American War, he was a private in Troop H, First Illinois Cavalry, Volunteers. He is a member of a number of fraternal and social organizations, including the Modern Woodmen, Court of Honor, Elks, Knights of Pythias and Masons, being a Shriner and a member of Medinah Temple, Chicago, and belongs to the Sangamo Club and resides on West Edwards Street.

Mr. Mortimer was marred February 7, 1904, to Frances F. Fawcett, a daughter of Andrew L. Faweett, a highly respected citizen of many years' residence in Springfield. Both Mr. and

MORTON, Salmon H. - Strength of purpose, success in business ventures, faithfulness to duty, all aid a man in securing material prosperity and winning the respect and confidence of those with whom he is brought in contact. One of the solid men of Springfield is Salmon H. Morton, residing at No. 101 East Madison Street. He was born in Bureau County, IIL, May 9, 1851, a son of Salmon and Zebiah H. Morton. The parents were born in New York, in 1811 and 1809, respectively. They came to Illinois in 1850, settling in Bureau County. The father died when about seventy-eight years old, the mother living to be eighty-three. They home when seventeen years old, and learned the broom making trade, worked at it for fifteen years, and is still engaged in that line. Having made a study of government and social conditions, Mr. Morton has come to the conclusion that the remedy for existing ills lies in Socialism, and so is a strong supporter of the Socialist party. He realizes that the people have to be educated to an appreciation of the doctrines he holds, and does all he can to present convincing proofs of what he believes. As he is earnest and honest in his convictions, he never lacks for an audience. In religious faith he is independent but attends the Christian Church. He is unmarried.

who, while occasionally achieving a large measure of success, is often liable to overstep his mark and end his career with a failure that envelops not only himself but others and tends to the detriment of his locality. Charles E. Moyer, an agriculturist of Pleasant Plains, may be depended upon to be a support to his community and a leader in any movement that will assist its advancement, one of the men who do right because it is right, and for no other reason. He was born in Gardner Township, January 16, 1865, a son of Charles and Mahala (Cruzan) Moyer.

The grandfather of Mr. Moyer was one of the pioneers of Sangamon County, and at an early day opened and conducted a tavern on the State Road, which is now known as the Bradford, later entering land which he operated until the time of his death. His trade was that of a millwright and, in addition to his farming operations, he conducted several mills and warehouses. Charles Moyer, the father of Charles E., was born in Pennsylvania in 1822, and was reared on a farm in Lehigh County, but after coming to Mlinois, was married in purchase one in Salisbury Township, this being his place of residence at the time of his death. He and his wife were the parents of nine children: William H., who died in Pleasant Plains in April, 1909; Charles E.; Anna May, wife of James Jones, a grocer of Petersburg, Menard County; George, a resident of ` Williamsville; John, a brick-mason, who died in October, 1908; a daughter who died in infancy; Ella, the wife of James Merry, a farmer near Williamsville; Ada, the wife of George McKinzie, & resident of Williamsville, with whom Mr. Moyer's mother makes her home; and Daisy, who died in young womanhood in 1900.

Mr. Moyer was reared on the home farm and received his education in the district schools. At an early age he had to take charge of the home farm, and remained in charge until he was twenty-six years of age, when one of his brothers took up the work where he left off. On August 12, 1891, he was married to Lucy I. Crawford, who was born in Salisbury Township, November 2, 1864, a daughter of William and Hlizabeth (Box) Crawford, both natives of Kentucky. The Crawford family came from Kentucky to Illinois in 1858, and about 1875 removed to Missouri, where Mr. Crawford died in 1879, when his widow came back to Sangamon County, and here the remaining days of her life were spent, her death occurring March 6, 1899. Eight children were born to Mr. and Mrs. Crawford, namely: a child who died in infancy; Campbell W., a resident of Chatham, Ill.; Margaret A., wife of Alpha A. Miller, a farmer in Gardner Township; Catherine E., wife of Hosea Baker, a resident of Spaulding, Ill.; Mary E., wife of Marion Miller, a farmer of Salisbury Township; Amaretta, the wife of Christian Knudsen, a farmer of Island Grove Township; Mrs. Moyer; and James Madison, a resident of Jacksonville, Ill.

After their marriage, Mr. and Mrs. Moyer rented Jand in Gardner Township, where they remained until 1894, at which time they rented land in Montgomery County, and Mr. Moyer operated 320 acres there until 1898. In that year he took charge of the Hugh Gardner farm of 200 acres, and continued to operate this until 1902, when he purchased a run-down eightytwo acre farm in Gardner Township, which he developed into one of the best properties in the township. Having purchased the property for $82.50 per acre, in 1906 he sold it for $125.00 per acre and purchased a fifteen acre tract within the corporation limits of Pleasant Plains, and here he has devoted his attention to the breeding of pure Duroc hogs and Orpington chickens, of which latter he has now forty-one. Mr. Moyer is a self-made man, having started life empty-handed and built up his present prosperous condition through his own ability. Both he and his wife are members of the Christian Church, in which he is a Deacon and his wife a member of the Missionary Society. He is a Republican in politics and a stanch adherent of temperance, while his fraternal connection is with the Pleasant Plains Lodge of Odd Fellows. Mr. and Mrs. Moyer had one child who died in infancy, but on October 13, 1910, they adopted a child, Bernice.

MUELLER, Gerhard Anton. - The German- American element is one of the best this country knows. Germans are industrious, thrifty and loyal, and when they come here they bring with them many customs we would do well to follow. Few are poor and many Germans help in supporting institutions to care for destitute persons of other nationalities. A leading business man of Springfield who demonstrates in his everyday life his sound principles and reliable judgment, is Gerhard Anton Mueller. He was born in Leer Ostfriesland, Germany, April 5, 1849, a son of Hane and Catherine (Loop) Mueller. The father was a manufacturer of furniture, and carried on that line of business all his life, which ended while he was on a visit to his son, in 1872. His remains are interred in beautiful Oak Ridge Cemetery, Springfield.

Mr. Mueller was educated in his native land, and when he finished school came to the United States, locating at Indianapolis. He remained there a short time and when he was seventeen years old came to Springfield. This was in 1868, and since then this city has been his home. After holding several positions as bookkeeper and clerk Mr. Mueller embarked in business for himself, and has been eminently successful in his endeavors.

In 1873 Mr. Mueller was married, in Toledo, Ohio, to Regina Huber, daughter of William and Elisabeth Huber. Her father was a merchant of Westphalia, Osage County, Mo. Nine children were born to Mr. and Mrs. Mueller, of whom the following are living: George Adolph ; Elise Regina; Eda; Fred; William and Marguerite.

One son, George A. Mueller, is in business with his father. The family reside in their pleasant home on the southeast corner of Seventh and Reynolds Streets.

Mr. Mueller is a man of pleasing manner, and his genial, kindly nature wins for him hosts of friends. He can always be depended upon to give his support to any measure that is calculated to be of benefit to his community, and his charities are numerous.

MUELLER, Hans Edward. - The younger generation of Springfield's business men are proying that they are alive, active and progressive, in favor of improvements and desirous of developing the Capital City to its fullest extent. Among these representative citizens is Hans Edward Mueller, who was born in Springfield, November 27, 1874, a son of the late lamented Henry E. Mueller and his wife, Genevieve (Kun) Mueller. Henry E. Mueller was born in

Germany in June, 1844, and came to America in 1863, locating first in Indianapolis, where he remained until his removal to Cincinnati, Ohio, In 1867 he came to Springfield, where the remainder of his life was spent. He worked for some time as manager for Robert Rudolph, and later established a business of his own. He operated under the firm name of H. E. Mueller & Company, first at the corner of Sixth and Jefferson Streets, and several years later, a short time before his death, purchased property and located his business at 712 Adams Street, between Seventh and Highth. He became known as one of the leading business men of Springfield and had a high standing in various circles. He enjoyed to a large degree the companionship and confidence of his family and immediate friends, being a man beloved by many for his kindly disposition and upright character, and his charities were so large that no one but himself knew of their extent, Soon after coming to the city he purchased his beautiful residence, which became known as "Maplelawn,' on Douglas Avenue. In April, 1868, he married Miss Genevieve Kun, and the following twelve children were born of this marriage: Mrs. Kate Jones, of Springfield; Hans Edward Mueller, formerly of Toledo, but now of Springfield; Mrs. Jennie Smith, of Indianapolis, Ind.; Mrs. Clara McKinnie, of Springfield; Mrs. Stella Westerberger, of Springfield; Mrs. Anna Fisbeck, of Terre Haute; Herman, Paul and Kurt, all of Springfield; the Misses Hulda and Mayme Mueller of Springfield and Robert, of San Francisco, Cal.

Henry E. Mueller passed away at his home March 11, 1905. He had been ill for some time and suffered a paralytic stroke the day before his death. He was one of the best known men in the city and owned large real estate interests there, besides his business and mining interests in the west. He was a man who readily made friends and retained their respect and esteem.

Hans E. Mueller, third child of his parents, was educated in the public schools of his native city and at early age entered his father's business, of which he took charge at the latter's death: He has also been interested in general contracting and pursued that line of business for some time at Toledo, Ohio. While in that city he served two years as Sergeant in the Ohio State Volunteers.

On October 10, 1906, occurred the marriage of Mr. Mueller and Miss Mary Alice Greenhalgh, daughter of James and Mary Greenhalgh, of Chicago. Mrs. Greenhalgh resides with Mrs. Mueller, but the father is deceased. He was for twenty-seven years a mechanic for the Wabash Company and later with the Illinois Central Railroad Company for ten years prior to his death, and was one of the road's trusted employes. One son, James Edward, was born to Mr. and Mrs. Mueller, July 10, 1907. Mr. Mueller is a Republican and, while not connected with any church, is Protestant in relig- ious belief. He is one of Springfield's bright young business men, of pleasing manner, and enjoys the confidence of his business associates.

MULLIGAN, William Thomas, a prosperous farmer and stock-raiser on Section 8S, Island Grove Township, Sangamon County, was born at Sinclair, Morgan County, Il., September 27, 1867, a son of Samuel and Nancy ©. (MecConnell) Mulligan, the former a native of County Fermanagh, Ireland, born June 25, 1826, and the latter born in Ralls County, Mo., March 8, 18383. He came to America at the age of twelve years, then beginning life on his own account. He was a son of well-to-do parents, but having heard of the advantages offered to young men in the New World, left home in 1838, landing alone in the city of New York. He came west and began work as a farm hand in Morgan County, Ill., and finally purchased eighty acres of land on his own account, near Sinclair. He erected a log cabin and otherwise improved his land and continued at odd times to work by the day or month, and thus was able to provide for his immediate wants while developing his farm. He was thus engaged when the war broke out, and he was one of the early volunteers, in 1861 becoming a member of Company I Tenth Illinois Infantry. He went to the front with his regiment and served for some time under General Thomas, for whom he named his first-born, the subject of this sketch. Mr. Mulligan took part in many long marches and heavy engagements, but never shirked his duty and proved a brave, faithful soldier. He accompanied General Sherman on the "March to the Sea." At the end of the three years for which he had enlisted he re-enlisted and served until the close of the war, when he was honorably discharged.

After the close of the war Samuel Mulligan returned to Morgan County and continued the improvement of his land, which occupation he had left to go to the defense of the cause he considered right. He was mar- Tied, January 2, 1867, to Mrs. Nancy ©. Craig, and they located on his farm, where they established a good home for themselves and their children. His health was much impaired from his hard service in the army and he had to content himself with such achievements as he could manage in the work of improving his farm, but accomplished his cherished purpose of becoming a land owner in his adopted country. Death claimed him October 14, 1872, and he now rests in the cemetery near Sinclair. He was a devout and faithful member of the Methodist Church and always ready to perform his part in the support of church work. He was a Republican after the organization of that party, and was honored and respected as a man of honor an integrity. He was a great friend and admirer of General Thomas, known by his familiars as "Pap Thomas." Two children were born to Samuel and Nancy Mulligan: William Thomas, of this sketch, and Sarah, who married Rev. W. M. Hailey, of Barry, Ill., editor of the "Barry Record," and they have four sons and one daughter - Howard William, Arthur Bowman, Foster, Margaret Lucile and Cordell Stephen. Mrs. Nancy Mulligan died August 3, 1905, and is buried at Concord, Ill. She was a deyout and faithful member of the Methodist Church and much loyed for her noble character and good deeds.

William Thomas Mulligan was reared on the farm his father had purchased, remaining there until the death of the latter, when the mother moyed with her children to Concord, Morgan County, where he attended the public school. He later attended Whipple Academy at Jacksonville two terms, and after leaving school accepted a position as attendant at the Hospital for the Insane at Jacksonville, where he worked fifteen months under Dri- H: HS Carriel and rini 1S9 began working on a farm. On August 26, 1891, he married Miss Blla Kirby, born at Murrayville, Morgan County, April 3, 1863, a daughter of John and Fannie (Leaks) Kirby, both natives of England. Mr. Kirby was a leading farmer of his section of Morgan County and a good citizen, and he and his wife were active members of the Methodist Church. He died November 27, 1909, and his widow now resides near Franklin, Morgan County. Mr. and Mrs. Kirby had four daughters and two sons, namely: Emma, Rachel, William, George, on the home farm with the mother; Mrs. Mulligan; Anna, deceased.

After his marriage Mr. Mulligan and his wife settled on a farm on Joy Prairie, Morgan County, where they lived three years. Two children were born to them: Fletcher Kirby, August 6, 1892, and Vern, December 1, 1893, and later at Berlin, Glen S. born March 26, 1896. In 1894 Mr. Mulligan and his family removed to the vicinity of Franklin and in the following spring to Berlin, Island Grove Township, where he rented 135 acres on Section 8, which he has now operated fifteen years. He pays particular attention to stock-raising.

Mr. Mulligan has been most successful in his farming operations and is known for his honest purpose and earnest efforts, by which he has proyen himself worthy of the confidence and esteem of his fellow-citizens. He is most. practical and progressive in his methods, as is well shown by the results of his fifteen years in his present location. An upright and public-spirited citizen he has many friends. His farm is what is known as the Rose Place, and upon it he keeps a good grade of stock and reaps a high degree of success from all branches of his farming. He has always been actively interested in school work and, for the past nine years, has been a member of the Berlin School Board, lending his influence to hiring the best teachers and other good movements. This school is one of the best in the county and a matter of pride in the commun-

MUNROE, Grafton, D. D. S - One of the representative dentists of Springfield is Dr, Grafton Munroe, who is pleasantly situated at No. 304 Ferguson Building, corner of Sixth and Monroe Streets, while his residence is at No. 1300 North Fifth Street. He was born at Annapolis, Md., August 5, 1863, a son of James and Matilda Rebecca (Walter) Munroe.

Dr. Munroe is a graduate of St. John's College of Annapolis, Md., Class of 1882, degree of A. B. The further degree of A. M. was conferred on him by the same school in 1890. His dental training was obtained in the University of Pennsylvania, from which he graduated in 1885, with a degree of D. D. S. He also graduated from Edward H. Angle School of Orthodorthia, of St. Louis, Mo., 1900. From the time of his graduation until 1888, Dr. Munroe practiced dentistry at Annapolis, Md., and then moved to Springfield, Ill., which has since been his home. There he has built up a large and constantly growing practice, some of his patients having been with him all these years.

On October 2, 1890, Dr. Munroe was united in marriage, at Springfield, Ill., with Bettie Jane Brown. Three children have been born of this marriage: Ogden Brown, Frances Josephine, and Grafton, Jr. (deceased). In national matters, Dr. Munroe is a Republican, but in local affairs he votes for the man he thinks will best fill the office. He was brought up a Methodist, but later became a Presbyterian, and now is a supporter of that church.

Dr. Munroe is one of the solid men of Springfield, whose example tends to elevate the tone of the community. He has many warm, personal friends here, and is justly recognized as one of the leaders in his profession in Sangamon County. He is the author of the article in this work entitled "The history of Dental Surgery in Springfield and Sangamon County."

MURPHY, James, who for many years carried on farming in Sangamon County, since 1905 has lived in the city of Springfield, retired from active life. He is a representative Irish-American citizen, intelligently interested in whatever concerns the public welfare, and ready to perform the duties of good citizenship. He was born in County Galway, Ireland, in January, 1839, son of Mathias and Catherine (Lynsky) Murphy, also natives of Ireland. The parents spent their entire lives in Ireland, where the father was a farmer, and they were parents of three sons and one daughter, and of these children but two survive: James, of this biography, and Patrick, who lives in Ireland.

1864, He landed in New York City and came thence direct to Sangamon County, but soon afterwards spent six months in St. Louis. Returning to Sangamon County, he took up farming and followed this occupation until retiring from active life a few years since.

October 10, 1871, Mr. Murphy was married in Springfield, Ill., to Miss Rebecca Walker, who was born in Boston, Mass., June 9, 1848, a daughter of John C. Walker. Mr. Walker was born in Limerick, Ireland, and his wife in Dublin. He came to America as a young man and for many years worked in the ship yards at Boston. He was married there and when Mrs. Murphy was two years old the family came to Sangamon County, making the journey from New York by stage. They settled on Lick Creek and Mr. Walker helped lay ties at the time of the construction of the Chicago & Alton Railroad, which was then being built through that part of the State. An uncle of Mrs. Murphy was serving as Road Master, and Mr. Walker worked for the company the remainder of his life. The family lived for some time in a log cabin on Lick Creek, then moved to Chatham, where the father died May 7, 1888, and the mother March 15, 1877. They were parents of one son and seven daughters, of whom six children now survive, those besides Mrs. Murphy being: Letitia, Mrs. John Canham, living near Auburn, Sangamon County; Mary, wife of Jacob Hoggsheimer, of Durango, Colo.; Rachel, wife of Jerry Morford, of Mountayr, Iowa; Sarah, wife of Edward Neil, of Bronson, Iowa; Robert, of Springfield.

Five children were born to Mr. Murphy and wife, of whom four survive, namely: John M., the oldest, of Sioux City, Iowa; Carrie, deceased; James O., at home; Robert, of Springfield; and Lettie B., at home. There are four grandchildren in the family. Mr. Murphy well remembers Abraham Lincoln, whom he knew personally. He is a member of St. Agnes Parish Roman Catholic Church, and his wife belongs to the Presbyterian Church. He is a Democrat in political belief. He owns a very comfortable home at 925 West Jefferson Street, Springfield, and has many friends in the neighborhood, as well as in other parts of the county.

MURPHY, Patrick (deceased), was long well and favorably known in Sangamon County. For years he was a farmer, but then became a railroad man, and in each capacity wielded a genial personal influence which made him beloved by all who were so fortunate as to be associated with him. He was born in County Kilkenny, Ireland, in 1841, a son of Thomas Murphy, a farmer, and was brought to the United States by his parents in 1843, when he was about two years old. The family settled near Chathan, on Sugar Creek, Sangamon County, Ill, where Mr. Murphy carried on farming, and where he and his wife died. Of the four sons and four daughters of Thomas Murphy only two daughters are now living:

. Patrick Murphy was educated in common schools in Sangamon County, and in his earlier years worked for his father on the home farm. Soon after the beginning of the Civil War he enlisted in Company C, Tenth Illinois Cavalry, at Springfield. He took part in much hard service, was in a good deal of spirited fighting, and served until mustered out at the end of the war, at San Antonio, Tex. His brother Michael was a member of the same company for the same period. Returning to Sangamon County, Patrick Murphy resumed farming. After his marriage he operated a farm near Buffalo two years, then became an employe of the Wabash Railway Company. In 1873 this service was begun, and it was continued till July 12, 1880, when he was accidentally killed. He was a Democrat and a member of the Roman Catholic Church.

Mr. Murphy married Alice (Barregarye) Dwyer, at Springfield, in 1870. She was born in Ireland, November 25, 1843, a daughter of Edward Barregarye, who came from her native

_county, Tipperary, to the United States, settling at Buffalo, Ill., where the father died, and the mother died in Ireland. They had two sons and two daughters: Matthew, the surviving son, is a citizen of Springfield. Alice Barregarye married John Dwyer, at Springfield, in 1865. He was a native of Tipperary, Ireland, and died in 1869, leaving a widow and two daughters, one of whom, Miss Bridget Dwyer Murphy, is living. Mrs. Murphy bore her second husband five children, three of whom survive: Thomas Murphy, of Buffalo, foreman for the Illinois Traction System; James, of Evanston, Ill.; and Mary, a' member of her mother's household.

MURRAY, Alexander B. (deceased), was for many years a resident of Springfield, and was well and favorably known for his industry and ability in the line of work which he followed for over thirty-five years. He was employed seventeen years by the Wabash Railroad Company as general foreman of their bridge building department. He had the good-will and esteem of all with whom he was associated and at his death was widely mourned. He was born near Aberdeen, Scotland, December 27, 1850, son of Hugh and Margaret Murray, also natives of Scotland, where they lived on a farm. He spent his boyhood on the farm with his father and was educated at Peterhead. Upon leaving school he learned the trade of carpenter and bridge-builder, and at the age of nineteen years emigrated to America. He located first at Chicago, and was employed by various roads, becoming a foreman and contractor. Ie reached his position with the Wabash Road by reason of his ability and integrity, his career having been marked by industry and energy. He died May 31, 1904, and is buried in Oak Ridge Cemetery, Springfield. He left a widow and eight children to mourn his loss, besides a large circle of friends. He was afliliated with Blue Lodge No. 71, A. F. & A. M.; the Maccabees, the Woodmen, the Court of Honor and the Scottish Clans. He was a member of the Presbyterian Church and in later life was a Democrat.

Mr. Murray was married, at Little Rock, Ark., March 18, 1876, to Miss Susie Spriggs, who Was born in Muskegon County, Mich., daughter of William and Charlotte (Thornton) Spriggs, who were born near Liverpool, England. The children born to Mr. and Mrs. Murray were as follows: Anna Louise is married and lives in Springfield ; William Egbert is married and lives in Moberly, Mo.; Alexander is married and lives with his mother; David F. is unmarried and lives in Kansas City; Margaret S., married and living in Springfield; Jessie, Hugh and Thomas S., are single and reside with the mother, the latter two attending school. Before coming to America Mr. Murray had served in the Scottish Volunteers,

MURRAY, George W. - Sprinefield, as the Capital of Illinois, naturally can boast of more than its share of men of legal ability residing within its limits; men who are recognized the country over as authorities on all matters pertaining to the law in all its branches, and among this class may be mentioned the eminent jurist, Judge George W. Murray, whose reputation, especially as Judge of the Juvenile Court, is national. Judge Murray was born July 7, 1839, in Covington, Miami County, Ohio, a son of David and Elizabeth (Mikesell) Murray.