Will County, Illinois - The whole text, 1928 (part 13 of 14)

Mr. Bowles was a Democrat and served as representative to the Illinois State Legislature from the 41st District for three terms. He was a delegate to the national Democratic convention which was held in San Francisco, Calif. He was identified with the Cook County, Will County, Illinois State, and American Bar Associations. He was affiliated with Matteson Lodge, A. F. & A. M. No. 175 ; Joliet Chapter, R. A. M. No. 27 ; Joliet Commandery, K. T. No. 4; Medinah Temple; and Joliet Country Club.

Link C. Bostwick, local auditor for the Illinois Steel Company, is among the most substantial men of Joliet. He was born at Circleville, Ohio, April 23, 1876, the son of Burr H., and Hattie A. (Hall) Bostwick.

Burr H. Bostwick, deceased, was a veteran of the Civil War. He was a native of Ohio and for more than 25 years successfully engaged in the practice of law at Circleville. He died in 1894 and his wife died in 1900. They were the parents of the following children : Burr J., lives at Coeur d'Alene, Idaho; Minnie B., deceased, was the wife of Joseph C. Zinser; Mabel, deceased; and Link C, the subject of this sketch.

Link C. Bostwick was reared and educated at Circleville, Ohio, and after completing a business course at the Klock Commercial College, entered the employ of T. M. Long & Company, cigar manufacturers, of Circleville. At the age of 23 years Mr. Bostwick came to Joliet where he was employed in the office of the O'Connor Abstract Company for a short time. In August, 1899, he became connected with the Illinois Steel Company in a clerical capacity. He advanced steadily and was

On April 23, 1903, Mr. Bostwick was united in marriage with Miss Lucy M. Buck, of Joliet, the daughter of George A. and Sarah Buck, pioneer settlers of Will County. Both are deceased. Mr. and Mrs. Bostwick have no children.

Mr. Bostwick is a Republican, a member of the Presbyterian Church, and is affiliated with the Masonic Lodge. He also belongs to the Chamber of Commerce.

Peter Rossi, Sr., deceased, early in life became interested in the manufacture of macaroni. He was born in Busano, Province of Torino, Italy, May 13, 1851. Before immigrating to America he passed the civil service examination and served with the government for many years. Upon his arrival in the United States in 1878 Peter Rossi, Sr., came to Braidwood and in 1886 engaged in the manufacture of macaroni, which business he conducted until he retired from business and engaged in general farming and fruit raising. He was one of the first men in this section to raise alfalfa. He also specialized in raising green peppers, which he shipped to market in car load lots. He owned the largest grape vineyard in Will County.

He was married to Miss Mary Faletti in 1875. To this union were born nine children, of whom four died in infancy. Five survive, of whom mention is made later.

Mary Faletti Rossi died Jan. 29, 1893. She was a Catholic and is buried at Braidwood. Mr. Rossi returned to Italy and married Mrs. Margherita Fetta Truffa. She resides at Braidwood. She had one child by her former marriage, Jennie Truffa, who is the wife of George Mortimer and lives at Braidwood. They have one daughter, Margaretta.

Peter Rossi Sr. served as alderman from 1891-1893 and also school trustee. He was a Republican and in religious belief he was Catholic. He died June 27, 1918, and is buried at Braidwood.

In 1920 the firm name of Peter Rossi & Sons was incorporated by Felix J., Henry D. and Marghraita Rossi, who are carrying on the business at present.

Felix J. Rossi, treasurer of the firm Peter Rossi & Sons, was born at Braidwood Jan. 13, 1881. He was educated in the public schools of Braidwood and has always been identified with his father's business since leaving school.

He was married Aug. 12, 1914, to Miss Theresa Felicia Peyla, who was born at Braidwood July 10, 1883, she having served as principal in the lower Braidwood schools. She is a daughter of Louis and Felicia Peyla, who reside in Braidwood. Mr. and Mrs. Rossi have two daughters, Felicia, born June 25, 1917, and Mary Margaret, born April 12, 1920. Mr. Rossi is a Catholic and belongs to the Fourth Degree Knights of Columbus. He is a Republican and a member of the United States Chamber of Commerce.

Henry D. Rossi, who is president of Peter Rossi & Sons Macaroni Company, of Braidwood, is widely known throughout the state as a successful business man. He was born at Braidwood, May 19, 1882, the son of Peter and Mary (Faletti) Rossi.

Henry D. Rossi was educated in the public schools of Braidwood and has always been identified with his fathers' business, of which he has served as president since 1926.

Mr. Rossi was married Oct. 5, 1910, to Miss Ada M. Reed, who was born at Braidwood, Jan. 17, 1887, the daughter of Fred and Harriet (Parsons) Reed, natives of England, who settled in Pennsylvania in 1880. They later removed to Braidwood. Mr. Reed died in 1918 and his wife died in 1897. He was a Republican, and belonged to the Knights of Pythias. To Mr. and Mrs. Rossi have been born three children: Harriet, born Aug. 12, 1912 ; Henry, Jr., born June 27, 1917 ; and Albert, born Jan. 11, 1919.

Church and is affiliated with the Masonic Lodge, Knights of Pythias, and Foresters of America. He also belongs to the Joliet Chamber of Commerce and the Illinois Chamber of Commerce.

John O. Barrett, who was actively identified with the Barrett Hardware Company of Joliet for the past sixty years, and among the leading business men of Will County, died July 18, 1928. He was born in Joliet, March 16, 1851, the son of William Franklin and Clamana (Onderdonk) Barrett.

William Franklin Barrett was bom in Chelsea, Mass., and was a pioneer settler of Will County, when travel to Chicago was by canal boats. Shortly after coming to Joliet he became associated with W. A. Strong and together they organized a hardware business in 1850. A few years later Mr. Barrett became sole proprietor of the business, which was known as the W. F. Barrett Hardware Store. He operated this business alone until 1872, when his son, John 0. Barrett, entered the business, which was then changed to W. F. Barrett & Son. Mr. Barrett was a member of the volunteer fire department, and served as alderman from his ward for a number of years. He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church, being one of the founders and builders of same, and his name is found on the stained glass window in this church. Politically he was a stanch Republican. His wife was a native of New York state. To Mr. and Mrs. Barrett eight children were born : Amelia, died in infancy ; Emily, the widow of Dr. T. B. Baird, resides in Denver, Colo.; Charity Mariah, deceased, was the wife of Hugh H. Carson; John 0., the subject of this sketch ; Lizzie, deecased ; W. F., Jr., deceased ; and Edward C, secretary of the Barrett Hardware Company. William Franklin Barrett died in 1879, and his wife died in 1913. Both are buried in Oakwood Cemetery, Joliet.

John O. Barrett was educated in the schools of the Fourth Ward, Joliet, and began his business career as a clerk in his father's hardware business, and at the age of 21 years was made a member of the firm. The company was incorporated in 1872, and John 0. Barrett was elected president, which position he held continuously until January, 1927, when he retired and became chairman of the board of directors of the company. The present officers of the Barrett Hardware Company are: W. Franklin Barrett, III, president ; E. M. Moore, vice president ; Edward C. Barrett, secretary and treasurer.

The Barrett Hardware Company is the leading hardware house in the state. One of its most popular salesmen is William Keltie, who won first prize in a contest held by Chilton Glass Journal, trade paper, to the best salesman in the United States. The prize was $600.00.

John O. Barrett was married (first) in 1872 to Miss Mary Warren, of Shrewsbury, Mass., born in 1853. She died in 1904 and is buried in Oakwood Cemetery, Joliet. Mr. Barrett married (second) Mrs. Cora Mason Clark, in July, 1906. She was born in Cold Water, Mich., in 1854. By her first marriage Mrs. Barrett had one son, Fred Mason Clark, who married Sarah Martin. They have two children: Frederick Clark, who is engaged in the brokerage business in Chicago, and Mason, a student in the University of Illinois.

Mr. Barrett was a prominent and influential member of the business fraternity of Joliet and contributed much to the city's growth and advancement. He was a member of the Chamber of Commerce and the Joliet Country Club and was the last surviving member of the original board of directors of the Joliet National Bank. He was president of the Crowe Name Plate Company of Chicago. He was one of Joliet's far-sighted business men, honored and respected by all who knew him either in a business or social way.

Edward C. Barrett is numbered among the prominent business men of Joliet, where he is secretary and treasurer of the Barrett Hardware Company. He was born in this city, Feb. 16, 1864, the son of William Franklin and Clamana (Onderdonk) Barrett.

William Franklin Barrett, deceased, was a highly esteemed and well known citizen of Joliet. He was born at Chelsea, Mass., in 1818, and died in 1879. His wife was born at Holly, N. Y., and died in 1913. (Further mention of William Franklin Barrett appears in this volume in connection with the biographical sketch of John O. Barrett.)

Edward C. Barrett has always lived in Joliet. After his graduation from Joliet Township High School he entered the shops of his father's business, where he learned the plumbing, heating, and sheet metal trades. At the age of 20 years he was put in complete charge of the

The Barrett Hardware Company has one of the best equipped hardware stores in Will County, and in fact there is none like it in Illinois. They have extensive salesrooms, and commodious offices, and departments exclusively devoted to plumbing and gas fitting, builders' hardware, and sample rooms. The present officers are : W. Franklin Barrett, president ; E. M. Moore, vice president ; and E. C. Barrett, secretary and treasurer.

In 1896 Mr. Barrett was united in marriage with Miss Nettie Hobbs, a daughter of Thomas and Mary (Brown) Hobbs. The Hobbs family settled in Joliet about 1834, having come here from New York. Mr. Hobbs, who is deceased, was a well known soap manufacturer. His widow, now 96 years of age, lives in Joliet. Mr. and Mrs. Barrett have two children: (1) Mary, a graduate of the University of Illinois, married Charles C. Russell, and they have a daughter Anne Elizabeth. They reside at Pittsburgh, Pa., where Mr. Russell is a coke manufacturer. (2) W. Franklin, born in 1900. He is a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania, class of 1919, and is president of the Barrett Hardware Company. He married Miss Adrianne Stainfield, and they have two daughters, Betty and Jean.

James Lyons. - One of the oldest and largest lumber and fuel companies in Will County is the Lyons Brothers Lumber & Fuel Company, a business that has been in existence for over half a century. Its founder was the late John Lyons, and the president today is his son, James Lyons, of this sketch.

James Lyons was born in Channahon, Will County, 111., July 31, 1864, a son of John and Susan (Feeney) Lyons. His father, John Lyons, was born in Longford County, Ireland, and when a young man came to the United States in 1857. He remained in New York City for three years, and in 1860 came to Joliet.

He learned the carpenter's trade in New York and was in the building contract business until 1875, when he engaged in the lumber business under the firm name of Lyons & Patterson. He continued with Mr.

Patterson as a partner until 1882, when he purchased the latter's interests. Mr. Lyons continued alone in business until 1892, when he retired and his four sons took over the business. He was a staunch Democrat and took an active interest in all public and civic affairs, and was an assistant supervisor for two terms. He was a member of St. Patrick's Catholic Church. Mr. Lyons died in 1904, and his wife, who was born in Channahan, 111., died in 1884. They are buried in St. Patrick's Cemetery, Joliet. To Mr. and Mrs. John Lyons seven children were bora: James, the subject of this sketch; W. J., born Jan. 1, 1866, now engaged in the lumber business, Joliet; Mary, deceased; John, Joliet; Thomas, secretary-treasurer Lyons Brothers Lumber and Fuel Company; Anna, the widow of John Cassidy, resides in Joliet ; and Susan, married Hairy Ward, resides in Greenville, Ohio.

James Lyons was born in Channahan, Will County, 111., July 31, 1864, public schools of Joliet, after which he entered his father's lumber business, and in 1892 when Mr. Patterson retired from the business, James Lyons became a partner. The yard at that time was located at 300 North Desplaines Street. In 1897 he withdrew from the company and with his brothers, Thomas and John, formed a partnership which was incorporated as the Lyons Brothers Lumber & Fuel Company. The officers were: James Lyons, president; Thomas Lyons, vice president and treasurer; John Lyons, secretary. The business was located on South Eastern Avenue, and in 1908 it was moved to the present location, 602 Washington Street. While the business office of this company has always been conducted in Joliet, the trade embraces a large territory in surrounding cities and towns.

On Aug. 11, 1886, Mr. Lyons was united in marriage with Miss Mary Rogan, a daughter of Thomas and Rosa (Mclntyre) Rogan, natives of Scotland. Thomas Rogan was a stone cutter by trade. He and his wife are both deceased. He is buried in St. Patrick's Cemetery and his wife's remains rest in Mt. Olivet Cemetery at Joliet, 111. To Mr. and Mrs. James Lyons six children were born, as follows: Albert, Ambrose, Clarence, John, Harold and James J. Albert Lyons, the eldest son, grew to manhood, married Alma Braun of Joliet, and died in November, 1914. They had one son, Joseph Lyons. Ambrose Lyons was born in 1889 and died in 1890. Clarence Lyons was bora in 1891 and died in 1892. John Lyons was bora in January, 1897, and died in August, 1897. Harold Lyons, who is engaged in the tire and radio business, married Clara Burnside and they have two children, Harold, Jr., and Mary Louise.

James J. Lyons, youngest son of James Lyons and wife, was born in 1898 and died in 1921. He was a veteran of the World War, having served overseas with the 833rd Aero Squadron. Mary (Rogan) Lyons died July 31, 1925, and is buried in St. Patrick's Cemetery, Joliet.

Mr. Lyons has always taken an active interest in civic affairs and served on the city school board for 12 years, three years of which he was president of the board. He served on the Fire and Police Board for eight years, and at present is a member of the Park Board Commission. He is a director of the First National Bank, is a member of the Chamber of Commerce, the Holy Name Society, Modern Woodmen of the World, and the Illinois Lumber Dealers Association. In politics he is an independent voter. The family are members of St. Patrick's Catholic Church.

Frank A. Johnson. - Connected with the undertaking business during practically all of his life, Frank A. Johnson, of Joliet, is an experienced man in his profession, and one whose services are in great demand. His funeral home is located at 404 Collins Street. Joliet. He was born in Sweden, March 19, 1857, a son of John and Catherine (Anderson) Johnson.

John Johnson was a merchant in Sweden where he lived all his life. Both he and his wife are deceased and are buried in Sweden. They were members of the Lutheran Church. There were three sons in the Johnson family: Edwin, died in 1927, in Sweden; Adolph, died in April, 1925, buried in Joliet; and Frank A., the subject of this sketch.

Frank A. Johnson was reared in Sweden and attended the public schools. On May 13, 1883, he was married to Emma Abramhauson, of Sweden, who was born June 9, 1860. Their only child, Arthur, died at the age of three and one-half years and is buried in Sweden. Frank A. Johnson came to the United States in 1886 and settled in Joliet. In 1900 he took a course in embalming at Chicago, and then returned to Joliet where he organized his present business, which has a modern equipment in every particular, including full motor service.

In 1895 Mr. Johnson went to Sweden to bring his wife's brother's child Albert to this country, who was an orphan. He was born in 1893 and the Johnson family raised him to manhood. During the World War Albert Anderson enlisted from Joliet in the aviation corps and was in the service two years, being stationed at Kelly's Field. Mr. Anderson married Eleanor Peterson, a native of Rockford, 111., and they have three children: Donald, John, and Jennie. Mr. Anderson is connected with the National Furnace Company of Rockford, 111., where the family reside. Mr. Johnson has always taken a leading part in the affairs of the city and county. He was assistant supervisor of Will County for ten years, is a member of the Board of Charities, and Orphan's Home, and the Salem Home, which office he has held for 18 years. He has been treasurer of the Knights of Pythias for the past 14 years, and belongs to the Independent Order of Odd Fellows, and the North Star Society. He and his wife are members of the Lutheran Church, of which he was a trustee for many years. In politics he is a stanch Republican.

John F. Daly is among the representative citizens of Lockport, where he has held the office of mayor since 1925. He was bom at Dwight, 111., Oct. 29, 1878, the son of Daniel C. and Catherine (McDonald) Daly.

Daniel Daly was born in Ireland in December, 1800. He emigrated to the United States in 1841 and settled at Schenectady, N. Y., where he remained three years. He then came west, making the trip by ox team, and settled in Lockport Township, at the junction of Archer and Romeo Roads. He purchased 200 acres of land from the Illinois, Michigan Canal Commissioners and became a prosperous farmer of this section. He married Miss Bridget Prior, who was born in Ireland in 1813. To this union 11 children were born, of whom Daniel C, father of the subject of this sketch, was the fourth in order of birth. Mr. Daly died March 15, 1896, and his wife died May 1, 1897. They are buried in the Catholic Cemetery at Lockport.

Daniel C. Daly was born at Lockport in 1848. Throughout his life he was interested in construction work. He was superintendent of construction in the building of the Kankakee Electric Railroad, and the Calumet Electric Railroad at the World's Fair in Chicago. He was also in charge of the building of the railroad bridge over the Mississippi River at Memphis, Tenn. He married Miss Catherine McDonald, who was born at Lockport in 1854. She died Oct. 29, 1878, leaving a son, John F., the subject of this sketch. Her husband died in 1898.

John F. Daly was educated in the parochial schools and the High School of Lockport and early in life was employed in the railway postal service. In 1907 he became interested in the advertising business in

On June 28, 1905, Mr. Daly married Miss Mary R. Woods, who was born at Joliet, Oct. 14, 1876, the daughter of James and Mary (McCabe) Woods, both deceased. Mr. and Mrs. Daly have no children.

Mr. Daly has always been a Republican and is serving his second term as mayor of Lockport. During his administration a new well was completed, and extension of water and sewer mains, on the west side. He is a member of St. Dennis Catholic Church, and was the founder of the Lockport Council Knights of Columbus, of which he has served as Grand Knight. He has also been recording secretary of the Catholic Order of Forresters for the past 20 years.

Nicholas J. Jackson, M. D., established his residence in the city of Joliet, Will County, in the year 1920, and here his ability marks him as one of the representative physicians and surgeons of the county. Dr. Jackson was born in Austria, Feb. 15, 1870.

Dr. Jackson received his medical education in the Midville Medical College, Chicago, where he was graduated as a member of the class of 1910. He served his internship in St. Joseph's Hospital, at Joliet. He engaged in the practice of his profession at Braidwood, 111., and in 1920 transferred the stage of his professional activities to Joliet, where he has met with success. His offices are located in the Young Building.

Dr. Jackson holds membership in the Illinois State Medical Society and the Will County Medical Association. He is a Republican, and a member of the Catholic Church.

James Donahue, one of Joliet's progressive young business men, was born in this city, Dec. 2. 1900, the son of John and Ida (Riley) Donahue.

John Donahue is a native of Illinois, born at Lockport. He is among the oldest employes of the Elgin, Joliet and Eastern Railroad, and is foreman of one of the shops. Mr. Donahue is a Democrat, a member of the Catholic Church, and belongs to the Knights of Columbus. His wife died in 1905 and is buried in Oakwood Cemetery, Joliet. To Mr. and Mrs. Donahue were born three children: James, the subject of this sketch; Mary, and Elizabeth, both teachers, live at home.

James Donahue was educated in the public schools of Joliet. He has always been interested in the electrical business and for the past several years lias conducted his present business at 209 D'arcy Avenue.

Richard Force, who is chief of the Fire department of Lockport, is a highly esteemed citizen of Will County. He was born in Sweden, April 24, 1881.

Mr. Force spent his early life in his native land, where he was educated. In 1900 he came to this country and settled in Chicago. He later came to Lockport, where he was employed on the farm of James Alexander. In 1910 Mr. Force opened his present blacksmith shop at Lockport, of which he is still proprietor. He has always taken an active interest in civic affairs and for many years was identified with the local fire department, of which he is now serving his second term as chief. He served as constable of Will County for several terms.

The Force family home which is located on Sission Street, is among the interesting land marks of Lockport and one of the oldest residences of Will County.

Thomas F. Egan, superintendent of mails, has been connected with the post office of Joliet for the past 25 years. He was born in this city, Nov. 16, 1881, the son of James and Margaret (Ryan) Egan.

James Egan, who died in 1928, was a well known resident of Joliet, where he spent his entire life. He died at the age of 71 years and is buried in St. Patrick's Cemetery. His widow resides in this city. Mr. and Mrs. Egan were the parents of ten children, six of whom survive: Thomas F., the subject of this sketch ; John V., a World War veteran, 36 - VOL. 2 connected with the local post office; Ambrose, also an employe of the post office; Mary Elizabeth, a teacher, Joliet; Theresa, lives at home; and Josephine, married Herman Wirth, a World War veteran, lives in Joliet, and they have two sons, Donald and Robert.

Thomas F. Egan obtained his education in the public schools of Joliet, and after completing his schooling entered the employ of the Chicago & Alton Railroad. He was later connected with the clerical department of the Rock Island Railroad before taking the civil service examination for post office work. In 1903 he began as clerk and continued in that work until December, 1917, when he was appointed superintendent of mails. During his 25 years of service Mr. Egan has only been absent from duty for one day, and has taken no vacation although he is allowed one every year.

Mr. Egan married Miss Julia C. Kearney of Joliet, the daughter of Michael and Bridget (Cronin) Kearney. Mr. Kearney, now 85 years of age, resides in Joliet. Mr. and Mrs. Egan have two sons, James Kearney, born May 12, 1919; and John Joseph, born March 16, 1925.

Daniel P. Lennon, vice president of the J. C. Adler Company, at Joliet, 111., and one of the prominent citizens and substantial business men in Will County, was born in Joliet, Sept. 26, 1868. He is a son of John and Teresa (Fitzgerald) Lennon.

John Lennon, deceased, was born at Athlone, County Roscommon, Ireland, April 5, 1837. He attended the national schools in Ireland, where he received a good education, and in 1852 he came to the United States. He located in Joliet, where he learned the marble cutter's trade while in the employ of the late C. E. Munger. He later engaged in the monument business and met with success. In 1859 Mr. Lennon was married to Teresa Fitzgerald, who was born near Kildare, Ireland. Father Farelly, of Joliet, was the officiating clergyman. To this union 18 children were born, eleven boys and seven girls. John Lennon died at Joliet, July 7, 1907, after a long life of uprightness and kindness that may well be an example to all who knew him. He was a leader in the temperance movement and an active member of Father Mathews Total Abstinence Society. He served as school treasurer for one term, and was interested in every movement for the betterment of the community in which he lived. He and his family were well known throughout the state and especially in the city of Joliet, where they have been among the foremost citizens for many years. Mrs. Lennon died March 14, 1923. Both she and her husband are buried in Mount Olivet Cemetery, Joliet. They were devout communicants of St. Mary's Catholic Church.

Daniel P. Lennon attended the public schools of Joliet. He was graduated from the Illinois College of Pharmacy in 1888, with the degree of Ph. B. He entered the drug store of E. M. Bray and was later associated with H. A. Stillman, druggist. In 1893 Mr. Lennon purchased an interest in the J. C. Adler & Company of Joliet. Upon the incorporation of the company he was chosen vice president.

On Aug. 25, 1892, Mr. Lennon was married to Miss Louise M. Adler, a daughter of Jacob C, Sr., and Emily Teresa (Erhard) Adler. A complete biography of Mr. Adler follows this sketch. To Mr. and Mrs. Lennon the following children were born: 1. Jacob John Lennon, a graduate of Joliet Township High School, St. Mary's College, and Annapolis Naval Academy. He married Helen Budlong, and they have four children, Jacob John, Jr., Patricia Mary, Jeanette Louise, and Marietta. Jacob John Lennon is president of the Lennon Brothers Candy Company, of Detroit, Mich. 2. Daniel L. I, deceased. 3. Mary Louise, a graduate of Loretta Academy, Junior College, Joliet, and St. Mary's College, Notre Dame, with Ph. degree. She married Hays Kennedy, an attorney associated with the law firm of Ryan, Condon & Livingstone, Chicago. They have a daughter, Mary Frances, born Feb. 29, 1927. 4. Emily, at home, graduated from Loretta Academy, Junior College, Joliet, and St. Mary's of the Woods, Terre Haute, Ind., with the degree of Bachelor of Arts. 5. Daniel J., Jr., II, a graduate of Joliet Township High School, and the University of Illinois, is secretary and treasurer of the Lennon Brothers Candy Company, Detroit. 6. John, a graduate of the University of Minnesota, now taking a special course at Loyola University, Chicago. All the Lennon boys were star athletes at their respective colleges and were well known.

Mrs. Lennon was educated in the public schools of Joliet, St. Francis Academy, and the Sacred Heart Convent, Chicago. She is very active in church and all charitable work and is a member of the Ladies Catholic League, Altar and Rosary Society of St. Mary's and St. John's Church, and is a charter member of the Visitation and Aid Society.

Country Club, Business Men's Association, and Advertising Club, of which he has served as president. When a young man he was a member of the Lennon Brothers Baseball team, which was composed of the Lennon Brothers exclusively.

Jacob C. Adler was born in Bachen, Canton Trier, Kries Mertzig, Prussia, Germany, March 17, 1837. He died June 29, 1918, and is buried in St. John's Cemetery, Joliet. His wife, Emily Teresa (Erhard) Adler, was born in Bluff Street, Joliet, Nov. 11, 1842. She died Sept. 25, 1922, and is buried in St. John's Cemetery, Joliet.

Jacob C. Adler was the son of Michael and Margaret (Sebastian) Adler. In the fall of 1837 the family left Havre, France, on a sailing vessel and after a voyage of almost four months landed in New York, thence up the river to Albany, N. Y., and via Erie Canal to Buffalo, thence through the Great Lakes to Chicago, where they secured an ox team, driving on to Indiana, where they bought a farm. In July, 1838, they removed to Will County, 111., and settled at Sagg's Bridge. In the spring of 1849 the father purchased a farm on what is now the site of New Lenox. Four years later he settled two miles south of Joliet, where he improved a valuable farm. He retired in 1868 and settled in Joliet, where he died. His wife died there on Dec. 15, 1888.

Jacob C. Adler was educated in the first log school house in New Lenox Township, later attending school in Joliet Township. In 1858 he began to cultivate part of his father's property. At the age of seven he drove an ox team and plowed in the fields. When the Pike's Peak gold excitement started in 1859 Mr. Adler went west, arriving at Leavenworth, Kans., where he outfitted with three yoke of oxen and three wagons. He and Clemence Erhard went in a wagon via the Smoky Hill route to Denver, the trip to Denver taking from April 15th to June 3rd. Proceeding to Gregory's Diggings, in the Clear Creek District, Mr. Adler had many hazardous experiences en route. He afterwards engaged in mining there and at Russell's Gulch. In the fall he returned to Denver, thence by mule team to St. Joseph, Mo., where he traded his team and wagon for a farm in Missouri. He later went to Centerville, Ind., where he purchased cattle and horses and returned to Joliet. In the spring of 1861 he opened a meat market in Joliet, having Joseph Richmond as a partner for three years. He then purchased his interest, and taking as a partner, Fred Rappal, the latter in turn being bought out by Jasper Adler. They purchased cattle in Iowa, Kansas and Missouri, shipping to the East. Two years later he established a meat market on Chicago street, his brother Peter, who later owned the business, becoming his partner. In 1877 he bought the National Hotel Block and started a market at that location. He continued in the meat business until 1897, when he transferred the business to members of his family.

Jacob C. Adler was married on Jan. 11, 1866, to Miss Emily T. Erhard, a daughter of George and Louisa (Perislat) Erhard. George Erhard was born in Wertsburg, Bavaria, May 7, 1807, and his wife was born in Alsace Lorraine, and came to the United States in 1834. Mr. Erhard came to this country in 1832 and settled in Detroit, later removing to Chicago. In 1836 he came to Joliet, where he operated a brewery on North Bluff Street for many years. He owned a farm near Joliet which he operated, and later removed to Somonauk, 111., where he died June 28, 1890. His wife died July 27, 1887. To Jacob C. Adler and wife seven children were born: 1. Margaret Louise Lennon. 2. Jacob C. Jr., whose sketch appears elsewhere in this history. 3. Lawrence, attended Niagara University at Niagara Falls, N. Y., resides in Joliet, 111., and is a director of the J. C. Adler and Company. 4. Emily V., was educated in Niagara Convent. 5. Michael, educated in Notre Dame University, was a prominent merchant of Joliet. He was married (first) to Miss Angelin Murphy, who is now deceased. They had four children. Mr. Adler was married (second) to Miss Louise Duseau, and to them four children were born. Mr. Adler is deceased and his widow resides in Joliet. 6. Patrica, educated in St. Francis Academy and Loretta and St. Xaviers Convent, Chicago, 111. She married James MacDonald and now resides in Joliet, 111. 7. Katherine was educated at St. Francis Academy, Loretta Convent, and Mount St. Joseph, Mo. The child (7) George J. died in infancy.

Jacob C. Adler took a lifelong interest in civic and national affairs and the local and general well being of his home city. He was charitable and contributed to all churches regardless of creed, although he was a devoted communicant of St. John's Catholic Church. He assisted in organizing and promoting St. Patrick's and St. Joseph's parish churches. For four years he served as alderman of the Sixth Ward. Those who remember Mr. Adler ever speak of his many lovable attributes, but the greatest of them was kindness.

Julius J. Krause. - One of the progressive business men of Joliet is Julius J. Krause, who is connected with the jewelry business, which was founded by his father, Julius Krause, more than half a century ago. Mr. Krause was born in this city and is the son of Julius and Margaret (Young) Krause.

Julius Krause was born in Silesia, Prussia, Dec. 2, 1843, the son of Julius Krause, who was an inspector and general overseer of one of the estates of the nobility in that country. When Julius Krause was about 14 years old he was apprenticed to learn the watchmaker's trade and followed it in his native land until 1868, at which time he emigrated lo the United States. He established the jewelry business in Joliet which still bears his name. Mr. Krause died Feb. 12, 1912, and is buried in Elmhurst Cemetery, Joliet. He was married Feb. 14, 1871, to Margaret Young, the daughter of Henry Young. She was a native of Buffalo, N. Y., and died in April, 1912. To Mr. and Mrs. Krause were born four children: Henry, who died June 3, 1922, at the age of 51 years; Julius J., the subject of this sketch; Mrs. Juanita Warnock, lives in Joliet ; and Charles, lives in Joliet, where he is interested in the Krause Jewelry Company.

Julius J. Krause attended the public schools of Joliet and early in life became associated with his father's business. With the exception of two years spent in California he has devoted his entire time to it. It is the oldest jewelry house in the city and handles high grade merchandise exclusively.

Joseph L. Kane is a representative and widely known business man of Joliet, where he is manager for the local district of Swift & Company, with offices at 210 South Chicago Street. He was born in Joliet, Aug. 23, 1891, the son of Patrick H. and Bridget (Malone) Kane.

Patrick H. Kane was born in Ireland in 1853. In early youth he {migrated to the United States and settled in Joliet, where he served for many years as a member of the police force. He later was employed by the Illinois Steel Company. He died at the age of 62 years in 1915 and his wife died in 1908. Both ai*e buried in St. Patrick's Cemetery, Joliet. The following childi'en were born to Mr. and Mrs. Kane: Olie,

Chicago, 111.; Joseph, deceased; John, deceased; Edward, Gadsden, Ala.; Henry, Joliet, 111.; Frederick, deceased; Joseph L., the subject of this sketch ; Elizabeth, Chicago, 111. ; and Mrs. Dr. Warren R. Merrick, Joliet.

Joseph L. Kane grew up in Joliet and received his education in the parochial schools of this city. He also attended Sacred Heart College. He was employed by the American Steel & Wire Company as a machinist's helper for a short time and later went with the Hacker Sash & Door Company. He began with Swift & Company in 1910 as a driver and through steady advancement has risen to the responsible position of manager of the company's business in Joliet. He has held this office since 1920.

On July 12, 1912, Mr. Kane was united in marriage with Miss Theresa Huber, of Joliet, the daughter of Morris and Dora (Benzie) Huber. The former is deceased and the latter lives in Joliet. Mr. and Mrs. Kane have no children.

Mr. and Mrs. Kane are members of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church, and he belongs to the Chamber of Commerce. They live at 304 Sherman Street.

J. Franklin Hedgcock. - One of the well known men of Joliet is J. Franklin Hedgcock, who is secretary and treasurer of the Will County National Farm Loan Association. He was born at Plymouth, 111., April 4, 1889, the son of John F. and Anna Elizabeth (Wade) Hedgcock.

John F. Hedgcock was born at Plymouth, 111., in November, 1862, and has spent his entire life in that section, where he is well known as a successful farmer. He is the owner of 425 acres of land. Mr. Hedgcock has always been active in township politics and has held the offices of supervisor and school director. He is president of the Farmers Grain Company, Plymouth, and the Farmers Telephone Company. He is a Republican in politics and a member of the Congregational Church, of which he served as Sunday School superintendent for almost 30 years. His wife was born at Plymouth in 1864. To Mr. and Mrs. Hedgcock were born seven children, as follows: 1. William Everett, born Jan. 31, 1885, is a graduate of the University of Illinois, lives at Bloomington, 111., where he is secretary and treasurer of the McLean County Farm Loan Association. 2. Dr. Andrew Jackson, born Dec. 22, 1887, died in September, 1927, was a graduate of Knox College, in 1911, and Northwestern Medical School in 1915, where he was awarded the highest honors of his class, with an average of 94. He was a well known surgeon and lived at Decatur, 111. 3. J. Franklin, the subject of this sketch.

4. Nellie May, born July 25, 1891, a graduate of the University of Illinois, married Melvin P. Roske, lives at Mt. Carroll, 111., where he is identified with the Carroll County Farm Bureau. He was graduated from the University of Wisconsin in 1915. 5. Martha Elizabeth, born Feb. 2, 1893, a graduate of the University of Illinois in 1918, married Lorenzo

5. Foote, lives at Tunnel Hill, 111., where he is identified with the Johnson County Farm Bureau. He was graduated from the University of Illinois in 1917 and is a veteran of the World War. 6. Marcus Whitman, born Dec. 29, 1896, a graduate of Loyola Medical College, and the University of Chicago in 1924, lives at Champaign, 111., where he is a specialist in diseases of the eye, ear, nose and throat. 7. Robert Moody, born Sept. 1, 1900, a graduate of Bradley Polytechnic School, Peoria, attends the University of Illinois.

J. Franklin Hedgcock is a graduate of the public schools of Plymouth and also attended Knox College, and was graduated from the University of Illinois in 1915. He took post graduate work in agriculture in University of Illinois, and for two years was director of agriculture for the Albert Lea State High School in Minnesota. He then organized the Freeborn County Farm Bureau at Freeborn, Minn., where he spent two years. On Jan. 14, 1920, Mr. Hedgcock accepted the position of farm advisor of the Will County Farm Bureau of Joliet and served in that capacity until Jan. 1, 1928. He has since been identified with the Will County National Farm Loan Association as secretary and treasurer. He is the owner of a farm of 100 acres in Troy and Channahan townships, where he specializes in the raising of white Leghorn chickens, at the present time having 10,000 chickens.

On Nov. 21, 1921, Mr. Hedgcock married Miss Mildred Louise Davis, of Joliet, the daughter of Dr. O. C. and Caroline (Sandiford) Davis. Dr. Davis has been a leading physician and surgeon of Joliet since 1882. His wife died Nov. 6, 1921, and is buried in Elmhurst Cemetery, Joliet. Mr. and Mrs. Hedgcock have two daughters, Jane Louise, born May 21, 1923, and Ann Elizabeth, born June 9, 1928. Mrs. Hedgcock is a graduate of Joliet Township High School and attended Northwestern University.

Mr. Hedgcock is a member of the Presbyterian Church and belongs to the Masonic Lodge, Sigma Pi, and Phi Delta Kappa fraternities, and Rotary Club.

Entil P. Krapp is a member of one of the earliest families of Mokena, where he is vice president of the Mokena State Bank. He was born here, Oct. 16, 1870, the son of Martin and Catherine (Steffan) Krapp.

Martin Krapp was born in Germany, Oct. 2, 1831. He came to the United States in 1854 and settled at Blue Island, 111., where he was married April 25, 1857, to Miss Catherine Steffan, who was also born in Germany. During that year they removed to Mokena, where Mr. Krapp engaged in the meat business for many years as a member of the firm of Krapp & Cappel. He died in 1891 and his wife died in 1920. They are buried in St. John's Cemetery, Mokena. Mr. and Mrs. Krapp were the parents of three children: Sophia, married Clem Schroeder, lives at Manhattan, 111. ; Louisa, married William Folkers, lives at Frankfort, 111.; and Emil P., the subject of this sketch.

Emil P. Krapp has always lived in Mokena. After completing his schooling he engaged in business here as a cattle dealer. He has continued in this line of work and deals almost exclusively through the Chicago markets. He purchases his stock in Wisconsin and Iowa. Mr. Krapp was one of the organizers of the Mokena State Bank in August, 1909. He has been a director of this institution since 1923.

In September, 1892, Mr. Krapp was united in marriage with Miss Selma A. Schaub, the daughter of Carl and Ernestine (Yahn) Schaub, natives of Germany, both now deceased. Mr. and Mrs. Krapp have three sons: (1) Karl E., lives at Mokena, married Miss Mabel Geuther, and they have two children, La Verne and Melvin. 2. Milton L, a World War veteran, having served in the U. S. navy, lives at Mokena, married Miss Pauline Kries, and they have two children, Robert and Marlys. 3. Roy E., lives at Mokena, married Miss Alfreda Kries.

Mr. Krapp has always been a Republican and has served as alderman for 25 years. He is a member of St. John's Evangelical Church, and is a highly esteemed citizen of Will County.

Jas. H. Frey, president of the Momouth Coal Company, Joliet, is a veteran of the World War and ranks high among the progressive young business men of Will County. He was born at Lima, Ohio, Jan. 5, 1895, the son of Jacob and Nannie (Neidermeyer) Frey.

Jacob Frey was born in Hesse, Dermstadt, Germany, in 1868, and his wife was born in Luxembourg in 1871. About 1885 Mr. Frey emigrated to the United States and settled at Lima, Ohio, where he was employed at his trade as a machinist. He later became master mechanic for the Lake Erie & Western Railroad. He now lives retired. His wife, who was born in 1871, died in November, 1910, and is buried at Lima. There were six children in the Frey family, as follows: Edward and Wilma, both deceased; Karl, lives at Lima, Ohio; Jas. H., the subject of this sketch ; Walter, lives at San Francisco, Calif. ; and Bernice, married Edward Ward, lives at Lima, Ohio.

The schooling of Jas. H. Frey was obtained in the public schools of Lima, and after his graduation from high school he went to Cincinnati, Ohio, where he learned the machinist's trade. Later he went to Chicago, 111., and in May, 1916, returned to Joliet. On April 3, 1918, he volunteered for service in the World War and was sent to Fort Terry, New York, where he was attached to the 68th Heavy Artillery, Battery A. He was discharged from service as a first class mechanic on Dec. 17, 1918. Upon his return to Joliet, Mr. Frey resumed his work with the Illinois Steel Company, and in September, 1919, went with the Superior Chemical Company. He later was connected with Harris Brothers, builders of locomotives, and with Humphrey & Son, Joliet. On April 3, 1924, he was elected town clerk of Joliet on the citizen's ticket and served in that capacity for two years. In August, 1926, he established the Momouth Coal Company, dealers in coal. He carries on a wholesale and retail trade and has already met with marked success in his business venture.

On April 23, 1927, Mr. Frey was united in marriage with Miss Mary C. Whalen, the daughter of Martin J. and Mary (Laller) Whalen. Mr. Whalen lives at Joliet. His wife is deceased.

Mr. Frey is a member of Loyal Order of Moose, No. 300 ; F. 0. Eagles, Ariel, No. 377 ; Knights of Pythias, No. 371 ; Independent Order of Odd Fellows ; International Association of Machinists No. 124 ; Isaac Walton League ; and American Legion Post, No. 5. He has a wide acquaintance in the city and is well liked.

Kinsey Robinson. - One of the foremost business men of Joliet is Mr. Robinson, who is vice president and works manager of the Joliet Manufacturing Company. He was born at Peoria, 111., Feb. 4, 1889, the son of C. Edgar and Nellie (Kinsey) Robinson.

Clark-Queen & Morse Hardware Company. He came to Joliet in 1892 and became superintendent of the Scott Street Works of the American Wire & Steel Company, formerly the Consolidated Steel & Iron Company. He was later transferred to the Chicago office as sales manager for the company. After several years Mr. Robinson built a mill at Birmingham, Ala., and a plant at Rockdale, 111., where he specialized in the manufacture of barbed wire, nails, and woven wire fence. He later sold his interests and retired from active business. He died in 1926 and is buried in Oakwood Cemetery. His widow, a native of Peoria, resides at Joliet. To Mr. and Mrs. Robinson were born two children: Kinsey, the subject of this sketch ; and Margaret, married A. S. Witwar, a sketch of whom appears elsewhere in this history.

After his graduation from Joliet Township High School in 1908, Kinsey Robinson entered the Beloit University. He later attended Cornell University, from which he was graduated in 1914 with the degree of Master of Engineering. He began his professional career with the Dodge Automobile Company at Detroit, Mich., as an engineer, and he was later transferred to the company's plant at Rochester, N. Y. He then went with the American Can Company at Hamilton, Ohio, and after two years in the factory was transferred to the Chicago offices of the company. He spent ten years in the firm's employ, the last three years of which he served as assistant division superintendent. On May 1, 1926, Mr. Robinson came to Joliet and assumed his present position with the Joliet Manufacturing Company.

Mr. Robinon is a Republican, a member of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers, and belongs to the Beta Theta Phi fraternity, Joliet Country Club, and Chamber of Commerce.

Fred Geuther, a well known retired farmer of Frankfort, 111., is a native of this city. He was born here April 29, 1860, the son of John George and Elizabeth (Baumgartner) Geuther.

John George Geuther was born in Saxon, Germany, a son of John George and Cora (Gunda) Geuther. They came to the United States and settled in Frankfort, where the father was a farmer and also engaged in stock raising and dairying. Both are deceased and are buried in Frankfort. John George Geuther and his wife Elizabeth, who was born in Switzerland, were married in Frankfort, 111. He followed farming and stock raising. He was a Democrat, and served as road commissioner and school director. They were members of St. Peter's Evangelical Church. To John George and Elizabeth (Baumgartner) Geuther seven children were born: Helen, the widow of Gus Guilckse, lives in Frankfort; Carrie; Julia, and Nicholas, all deceased; Fred, the subject of this sketch; John George, deceased; and Charles, lives at Mokena, 111.

Fred Geuther was reared on his father's farm and attended the public schools of Frankfort Township. After his marriage he purchased 160 acres of land and engaged in stock raising and dairy business. He later purchased 160 acres more. Mr. Geuther removed to Frankfort in 1897 from Frankfort Township, and retired from active farming in 1900. He recently disposed of 160 acres of his land.

In 1885 Mr. Geuther was married to Miss Emma Schmuhl, a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Schmuhl, Both Mr. and Mrs. Schmuhl were born in Germany in 1826, where they were married in 1851. In 1852 they came to the United States and settled in Mokena, 111., where Mr. Schmuhl worked for the railroad for three years. In 1856 he removed to New Lenox Township and began farming. They were members of the German Lutheran Church. Both are now deceased.

To Mr. and Mrs. Geuther three children have been born: Arthur, a farmer in Frankfort Township, married Lottie Marti; Clemence, Miami, Texas, a veteran of the World War, having served in the U. S. Infantry, married, and has two children, Betty and Virginia; and Edith, deceased.

Mr. Geuther is a Democrat. He has served as road commissioner and school director. The family are members of St. Peter's Episcopal Church. The Geuther family are estimable people and have the esteem of the entire community.

Nicholas Sholtes is among the substantial and highly esteemed citizens of Joliet, where he has been since 1906. He was born in Luxemburg, Germany, June 20, 1880, the son of Donald and Catherine (Merbach) Sholtes.

Donald Sholtes was a stone cutter by trade and spent his entire life in Luxemburg. Both he and his wife are deceased. They had the following children: Anna, Harry, Susanna, and Margaret, live in Luxemburg; Nicholas, the subject of this sketch; Susie, and Joseph, who live in Joliet.

Nicholas Sholtes attended the schools of Merrtzich, in his native land, and early in life learned the stone cutter's trade, being associated with his father's business until 1906. At that time he emigrated to the United States and settled in Joliet. He has engaged in the stone contracting business in this city since 1924. His place of business is located at 2604 North Broadway.

Wesley R. Hollstein. - One of the prominent young men of Will County, interested in educational work, is Mr. Wesley R. Hollstein, who is principal of Sedan Prairie School, Frankfort, 111. He was born in Frankfort, Dec. 1, 1890, and is a son of Charles C. and Catherine (Andres) Hollstein.

Charles C. Hollstein and his wife were both born in Orlando Township, Cook County, 111., and now reside in Frankfort. Charles C. Hollstein worked on his father's farm until he was 22 years of age, and then purchased a farm of 160 acres of land located two miles south of Frankfort, where he did general farming. He later acquired more land and now is the owner of 275 acres, practically all of which is under cultivation. He retired from active farming in 1916. He is a Republican and a member of the German Methodist Episcopal Church. To Mr. and Mrs. Hollstein seven children were born: Wesley R., the subject of this sketch ; Viola, married Gilbert Sayers, a farmer of Orland Township ; Florence, a graduate nurse on the staff of the Silver Cross Hospital, Joliet; Celia, a nurse on the staff of Silver Cross Hospital; Esther, married Henry Heusner, of Frankfort; Milton, married Alice Voss, is a farmer of Frankfort Township ; and Adella, married William Schoeling, a farmer of Frankfort Township.

Wesley R. Hollstein received his elementary school training in the public schools of Frankfort. He attended Valparaiso University, and began his teaching career in the Will County schools. For seven years he operated his own farm. In 1924 he was appointed principal of the Sedan Prairie School, in which capacity he is now serving.

In 1918 Mr. Hollstein was married to Miss Lydia Esslinger, a daughter of Rev. William and Rose (Schleicher) Esslinger, natives of Germany. He was a German Methodist minister and is now deceased. His widow resides at Royal Oak, Mich. Mrs. Hollstein is a graduate of a German college, and she also studied in Paris, Italy, and Russia, and is a very accomplished young woman.

Henry Frederick Koerner, highway commissioner of Will County, has not found it necessary or expedient to go outside the borders of his native county to find a field for successful achievement, his entire business career having been spent in Joliet. He was born in this city, where the Masonic Temple now stands, on Sept. 12, 1864, a son of Valentine and Mary (Reitz) Koerner.

Valentine Koerner and his wife were both natives of Germany, where they were married. They came to the United States in early life and were among the earliest settlers of Joliet. Mr. Koerner was a stone mason and followed this until he met with an accident in 1863 while building the Will County jail. He died from the effects of this injury in July, 1864. His wife is also deceased and they are buried in Joliet. They were devout members of the German Lutheran Church. There were eight children in the Koerner family : Charles, deceased, buried at Joliet ; Jacob, deceased, buried in Lockport, 111. ; Barbara, Minnie and Catherine, all deceased, buried in Joliet ; Adam, deceased, buried in Manhattan, 111. ; John, lives at Ottawa, 111.; and Henry Frederick, the subject of this sketch.

Henry Frederick Koerner attended the public schools of Joliet. He then engaged in the teaming and landscaping business, and practically did all the landscaping on the Joliet school grounds. He was interested

On June 15, 1888, Mr. Koerner was married to Miss Ida Lingle, a daughter of Henry and Barbara Lingle, natives of Pennsylvania. They are both deceased and are buried in Jackson Township, Will County. Four children were born to Mr. and Mrs. Koerner: Harlow, deceased, buried at Joliet; Hazel, married A. Krouse, lives at Joliet; Edith, married J. A. Manning, Joliet, and they have two children, Clarine and Beverly; and Gertrude, at home.

Mr. Koerner is a Republican in politics and is a member of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks, No. 296 ; and Stevenson Camp, Modei-n Woodmen of America. He has an excellent standing in Joliet and is highly esteemed.

Henry G. Luhring, general manager of the Frankfort Grain Company, Frankfort, 111., was born in New Lenox Township, Will County, Sept. 24, 1880. He is a son of Christian and Margaret (Haake) Luhring.

Christian Luhring was born in Hanover County, Germany, May 16, 1845. He came to the United States in 1868 and located in Joliet where he was employed by John Snoth, of New Lenox Township, who was a dealer in hogs. In 1870 Mr. Luhring removed to New Lenox Township and remained there until 1891 when he purchased a farm in Frankfort Township, consisting of 160 acres. He lived on this farm until his death, which occurred Dec. 1, 1899. He is buried in Frankfort Cemetery. He was a Democrat and a member of St. Peter's Lutheran Church. His widow, who was born in Beryde Bryon, Germany, Feb. 27, 1846, lives in Frankfort. To Mr. and Mrs. Luhring five children were bom: Christian, engaged in farming in Frankfort Township; Frank, retired, lives at Frankfort; John, a sketch of whom appears elsewhere in this history; Henry G., the subject of this sketch; Amelia, married Paul Christiansen, a dairyman and farmer of Frankfort Township.

Henry G. Luhring spent his boyhood on his father's farm and attended the public schools of New Lenox and Frankfort Townships. He engaged in farming until his marriage. In 1905 he operated a farm of 160 acres as a dairy farm which he continued until 1914. On May 1,

1914, he, with Emil 0. Weber organized the Frankfort-Spencer Grain Company. It was incorporated in that year and Mr. Luhring became general manager and a director. A few years later the name of the company was changed to the Frankfort Grain Company. Mr. Luhring resigned as a director, but is still acting in the capacity of general manager. This is one of the largest grain houses of the kind in Will County, and has a well established business.

On Feb. 24, 1905, Mr. Luhring was married to Elvina Hinspeter, a daughter of Fred and Bertha (Stockfish) Hinspeter, natives of Germany. Mr. and Mrs. Hinspeter were married in Will County. Mr. Hinspeter was a farmer of that county during his life time. He died July 6, 1925, and is buried in Frankfort, where his widow now resides.

Mr. Luhring is a Republican in politics. He has served as village trustee for four years, and is a member of the Industrial Association. Fraternally he is affiliated with the Modern Woodmen of America, Consul Post four years; Mount Joliet Lodge, A. F. & A. M. No. 42, Mr. and Mrs. Luhring are members of St. Peter's Evangelical Church. Mr. Luhring is a substantial and reliable citizen and has many friends in Will County where he has spent his entire life.

Harry W. Storm, well known as the leading dairy farmer of New Lenox Township, is also vice president of the New Lenox State Bank. He was born on a farm in New Lenox Township, Will County, Aug. 9, 1874, the son of James and Carrie (Haley) Storm.

James Storm, deceased, was a native of Scotland. He came to the United States with his parents during the early days and settled in Homer Township, Will County, where he became a farmer. He died in 1877 and is buried in Oakwood Cemetery, Joliet. His wife, a native of Canada, later married Charles Frank, who served as a member of the Chicago police force for many years. He is also deceased and is buried at Washington Heights, 111. Mrs. Frank is buried at New Lenox, 111. Harry W., the subject of this sketch, is the only child of Mr. and Mrs. Storm.

Harry W. Storm attended the public schools of Morley, 111., and is a graduate of Lockport High School. After completing his schooling he was employed in his uncle's store at Morley for four years and soon after his marriage Mr. Storm went into partnership with his father- in-law, Abner Gillette, in the dairy business on the Gillette homestead in New Lenox Township. Since the death of Mr. Gillette the farm has been owned by Mr. Storm. It is the finest dairy farm in this section of the county and contains 297 acres of well improved land. Mr. Storm has 60 head of stock in his dairy herd and raises pure bred Holstein stock exclusively. The market for his daily products is in Joliet. Mr. Storm was one of the organizers of the New Lenox State Bank and has served as vice president of the institution since the date of its organization.

Mr. Storm was married in 1895 to Miss Jennie Gillette, the daughter of Abner and Ellen (Gorham) Gillette, early settlers of Will County, having come here from the East. Mr. Gillette was an extensive sheep raiser and dairy farmer. He served during the Civil War as a member of the 39th Volunteer Illinois Infantry. Both he and his wife are deceased and are buried at New Lenox. Mr. and Mrs. Storm have a daughter, Grace, who is the wife of Irvin Jensen, and they have two children, Harlow Robert and Marjorie. They live on the Storm homestead.

Mr. Storm is a Republican and has served as local school director for the past 32 years. He is a member of the Methodist church and belongs to the Will County Farm Bureau.

Ernest G. Oram, one of the leading agriculturists of New Lenox Township and highly esteemed residents of Will County, is a native of England. He was born in Somersetshire, West Pennard, Nov. 15, 1869, the son of George and Eliza (Walker) Oram.

George Oram, who lives retired in New Lenox Township, was bom in England in 1837. His wife was born in 1847. He engaged in the cattle business before coming to the United States in 1894 and after his arrival here engaged in general farming and stock raising. Mr. Oram, retired in 1910. He is a Republican and a member of the Episcopal Church. There are five children in the Oram family, as follows : Ernest G., the subject of this sketch; William and Alfred, who live at Joliet; Sarah, the widow of John Peterson, lives at home; and Nellie, married Albert Wasan, farmer, lives at Waterloo, Iowa.

Ernest G. Oram received his education in the schools of West Pennard. England, and in 1888 came to this country. He settled in New 37 - VOL. 2

Lenox Township, where he was employed on the farm of Abel Bliss. In 1901 he purchased 117 acres of well improved land in this township and since that date has ranked among the leading dairy farmers of Will County. Mr. Oram was one of the organizers of the New Lenox State Bank and is a director.

In 1891 Mr. Oram was united in marriage with Miss Lucy Creed, the daughter of Edmund and Mary Creed, natives of England, both now deceased. There are five children in the Oram family : Albert, a World War veteran, lives at home ; Hubert, at home ; Mabel, married Worthington Mooney, lives at New Lenox, and they have two children, Edward and Mabel; Alice, at home; and Ernest G., Jr., attends the University of Iowa.

Mr. Oram is a Republican and has been road commissioner of New Lenox Township for the past 14 years. He is a member of the board of trustees of the Methodist Episcopal Church, and is prominent in church affairs.

H. A. Goodson is well known among the successful business men of Plainfield, where he has been a building contractor for many years. He is also president of the local school board. Mr. Goodson was born in Plainfield Township, Will County, Jan. 13, 1877, the son of William and Sarah (Broom) Goodson.

William Goodson was born in England in 1834. His wife was bom in the same country in 1837. Shortly after their marriage they came to the United States and settled in Will County, where Mr. Goodson became a prosperous farmer, being the owner of 186 acres of land in Plainfield Township. He died in 1908 and his wife died in 1911. They are buried in the Plainfield Cemetery. To Mr. and Mrs. Goodson were born 11 children, of whom H. A., the subject of this sketch, is the tenth in order of birth.

H. A. Goodson attended the public and high schools of Plainfield and spent his boyhood on his father's farm. Early in life he learned the carpenter trade and remained in the employ of J. W. Prescott for 15 years. In 1904 he engaged in business for himself and became one of the leading building contractors of the county. During 1924 and 1925 he was in partnership with C. F. Harton. Mr. Goodson has erected some

Mr. Goodson was married on March 14, 1901, to Miss Sarah Sebby, of Sheridan, 111., the daughter of Ole and Linnie (Anderson) Sebby, natives of Norway and early settlers of Illinois. To them were born two sons: Milton LeRoy, a graduate of Plainfield High School, now in the employ of the Chicago Bell Telephone Company ; and William O., a graduate of Plainfield High School, contractor, lives at Plainfield.

Mr. Goodson has always been a Republican. He served as township supervisor during 1924 and 1925 and also has been village clerk. In 1920 he was elected a member of the Plainfield school board and has served as president of that body since 1927. He is an active member of the Methodist Church and belongs to the Masonic lodge, Eastern Star, and Modern Woodmen of America. He and his family have a wide acquaintance throughout Will County and and are highly esteemed.

Walter C. Reed is among the enterprising young business men of Lockport, where he is authorized dealer for the Chevrolet automobile. He was born in Joliet, July 9, 1893, the son of Carson and Catherine (Hoffman) Reed.

Carson Reed was born in Homer Township, Will County, and has spent practically his entire life in Joliet and Lockport. He is a machinist by trade and is employed at the Champion Machine Company, Lockport. He is a Republican. Margaret Reed, the paternal grand-mother of Wralter C. Reed, lives on the old Reed homestead in Homer Township. She is 90 years of age. To Mr. and Mrs. Carson Reed three sons were born: Nelson, lives at Lockport; Walter C, the subject of this sketch; and Stephen, lives at Lockport, is a veteran of the World War. He served in France with the Engineering Corps and was twice wounded. He was discharged from Camp Dix, N. J.

Walter C. Reed spent his boyhood at Lockport and has always been interested in the automobile business. In 1917 he opened the first garage in Lockport. He has an up-to-date repair shop and deals in automobile accessories. His business is located at 721 State Street.

On Sept. 17, 1917, Mr. Reed was united in marriage with Miss Clara M. Beck, of Lockport Township, bom July 28, 1894. She is the daughter of John and Lena (Dieter) Beck, natives of Will County, and the parents of the following children : Edward, lives in Lockport Township ; Louise, married George Reeder, lives at Dwight, 111.; Clarence, lives at Cleveland, Ohio ; John, Jr., lives at Essex, 111. ; and Clara M. Reed. Mr. Reck is deceased. His widow resides at Lockport. To Mr. and Mrs. Reed were born three children : Walter C, Jr., born Sept. 21, 1918, died Nov. 27, 1918; Lois, born Dec. 17, 1919; and Marjorie, born May 2, 1921.

Mr. Reed is serving as city treasurer of Lockport and is also captain of the local fire department. He belongs to the Knights of Columbus and Modern Woodmen of America.

Joseph Tryner is among the representative citizens of Braidwood, where he is a director of the First National Bank. He was born in Czecho-Slovakia, May 18, 1866, the son of Joseph and Mary (Liska) Tryner.

Joseph Tryner, deceased, was a native of Czecho-Slovakia. In 1866 he brought his family to the United States and settled in Chicago, but the following year removed to Braidwood. Mr. Tryner was a carpenter by trade and was employed in the coal mines here also for a number of years. He died in 1881 and his wife died in 1890. Both are buried at Braidwood. They had the following children: Joseph, the subject of this sketch ; Betty, married Joseph Machovoc, lives at Braidwood ; Rose, married Frank Kristfeck, lives in Chicago ; James and Bessie, both deceased; Anna, married Joseph Kurar, lives in Iowa; and Mary, deceased.

Joseph Tryner grew up in Braidwood and early in life entered the coal mines with his father. He followed in this work continuously until 1914 and for many years was employed with George E. Brennan, the nationally known Democrat of Illinois, who is now deceased. Mr. Tryner left the mines in 1914 and engaged in truck gardening near Braidwood, having purchased a small tract of land in Reed Township. He now lives there retired.

Mr. Tryner was married on Dec. 31, 1890, to Miss Mary Kuda, who was born in Czecho-Slovakia, Feb. 2, 1870, the daughter of James and Mary (Smithka) Kuda, both deceased. They had the following children: Mary Tryner; Anna, married Joseph Klaptch, lives at Traverse City, Mich. ; Louie, farmer, lives in Reed Township ; Benjamin, lives at Wilmington ; Frank, lives in Grundy County, 111. ; Pawley, married John

Vilt, lives at Coal City, 111.; Vlasta, married Frank Brochek, lives at Wilmington; and Vlina, deceased. To Mr. and Mrs. Tryner were born ten children, as follows: Rose, born March 9, 1892, married Frank Smerz, lives in Chicago, and they have two children, Mary and Frank; Bessie, born Oct. 4, 1893, married Thomas Berger, lives in Reed Township, and they have three children, Anthony, Thomas, and Shirley May ; James, born Oct. 16, 1895, lives in Chicago, is a World War veteran; Frank, Chicago, is married and has two children, Norma and Frank, Jr. ; Joseph, born Aug. 15, 1899, Chicago; Charlie, born March 27, 1901, married Miss Edith DePratt, and they have two children, Bobbie and Irene; Anthony, born Feb. 27, 1903, Chicago; Anna, born April 1, 1905, married Mathew Youngman, Chicago; John, born May 1, 1907, Chicago; and Joseph, born March 28, 1891, died in infancy.

Politically, Mr. Tryner is a Republican. He is the oldest foreign born citizen living at Braidwood and is active in all work pertaining to the Americanization of the foreigners who settle in Will County. He has been a member of the local school board for eight years. It was Mr. Tryner who was instrumental in having the Diamond mine disaster memorial erected about 1890.

DeWitt L. Bolton, one of Wilmington's enterprising young business men, is a native of Will County, and a veteran of the World War. He was born at Joliet, Nov. 15, 1901, the son of Hugh H. and Marie (Beatty) Bolton.

Hugh H. Bolton, who is serving as commissioner of Joliet, is a well known resident of Will County. He was born in Joliet and has spent his entire life there. He served as postmaster for four years during the administration of President Harding, and is now serving his second term as commissioner. He is a Republican, a member of the Central Presbyterian Church, and is affiliated with the Masonic Lodge. He is also connected with the First National Bank of Joliet, being identified with its publicity department. Mr. and Mrs. Bolton have three children : DeWitt, the subject of this sketch; Mildred and Virginia, who attend Joliet Township High School.

DeWitt L. Bolton received his education in the public school and following his graduation from Joliet Township High School in 1921 he entered the employ of the Michigan Central Railway Company. After two years he went with the Elgin, Joliet and Eastern Railroad, and later was connected with the Standard Oil Company. He spent one year as a salesman for Liggett & Myers, and in 1923 located at Wilmington. He owns and operates a gasoline service station on the State highway near Wilmington, Route No. 4.

On July 27, 1925, Mr. Bolton married Miss Mary Lewis, who was born at Divernon, 111., April 12, 1905, the daughter of William and Eliza (Bath) Lewis, of Braceville, 111. Mr. Lewis died Feb. 20, 1924, and his widow lives at Joliet. They had two children: Mary Bolton; and Walter, who died while in service during the World War. He was 21 years of age.

Mr. Bolton is a Republican and a member of the Presbyterian Church. He belongs to the Eagles Lodge. During the World War he enlisted for service in the United States Navy, and was stationed at Chicago.

Adam G. White, deceased, was among the earliest settlers and most prominent pioneers of Will County, where he located in 1845. He was born in Seneca County, N. Y., May 3, 1838, the son of Adam and Margaret (Watson) White.

Adam White came to the United States from Scotland early in life and settled in Seneca County, N. Y. He later lived in Pennsylvania and in 1845 brought his family to Will County and settled in Florence Township, where he became the owner of 280 acres of land. He was identified with the Whig party and later was a Republican. Both he and his wife were members of the Scotch Presbyterian Church. Mr. White died Jan. 24, 1866, and his wife, who was born May 19, 1802, died Feb. 28, 1873. They are buried in Oakwood Cemetery, Wilmington. Mr. and Mrs. White were the parents of 12 children, all of whom are deceased.

Alfred G. White attended the district schools of Wilmington and Florence Townships. Throughout his life he was interested in general farming and stock raising and was the owner of 253 acres of land. He specialized in the raising of grain and was also an extensive shipper of stock. Mr. White died April 14, 1922, and is buried in Oakwood Cemetery.

On Feb. 16, 1864, Mr. White was united in marriage with Miss Amy E*. Crisler, who was born in Shelby County, Ind., Feb. 1, 1841, the daughter of Benjamin A. and Elizabeth (Ann) (French) Crisler. Mr. Crisler was born in Kentucky, Feb. 21, 1815, and his wife was born at Lebanon, Ohio, April 18, 1820. In 1849 they settled in Grundy County, 111., on a farm in Braceville Township. Mr. Crisler was a Republican, and a member of the Presbyterian Church, of which he was an Elder. He also belonged to the Independent Order of Odd Fellows. Mr. Crisler died Oct. 18, 1896, and his wife died Nov. 6, 1899. They are buried in Oakwood Cemetery, Wilmington. There were five children in the Crisler family : Elizabeth Ann White ; Nellie, the widow of Levi Haynes, lives at Arlington Heights, 111.; Gertrude A., and Eugenia Julia, who live at Wilmington ; and Allen V., lives at Glenellyn, 111. Mr. and Mrs. White had no children. Before her marriage Mrs. White was a teacher in the schools of Braceville Township, Grundy County.

Mr. White was a life long Republican and cast his first vote for Abraham Lincoln. He served as mayor of Wilmington for two terms, and was one of the strongest advocates of temperance in Will County. He was a Ruling Elder of the Presbyterian Church for almost fifty years.

Edmund J. Hazel, owner and editor of the Wilmington Advocate News, took up the newspaper business and profession when a boy and is recognized as one of the capable newspaper men of Will County. He was born at Petrolia, Canada, Sept. 6, 1866.

Mr. Hazel was educated in the public schools and was a small boy when his family came to the United States and settled at Port Huron, Mich. His first newspaper experience was with the Port Huron Times, and he was later Western representative for the Walter Scott Company, manufacturers of printing machinery, Chicago. In 1901 he purchased the Coal City (111.) Courant News, of which he is still the owner. In January, 1922, Mr. Hazel purchased the Wilmington Advocate News, a weekly newspaper which was founded in June, 1870. His wife, Lennie Hazel, has been associated with him since 1901.

On Nov. 5, 1890, Mr. Hazel married Miss Lennie A. Lindsay, of Mackinaw, 111., the daughter of Felix E. and Mary J. (Sparks) Lindsay. Mr. Lindsay, a native of Illinois, died March 15, 1901. His wife died Feb. 15, 1901. They are buried at Mackinaw, 111. Mr. Lindsay was a Republican and a deacon of the Disciples Church. Throughout his life he engaged in general farming and was the owner of 240 acres of land. There were four children in the Lindsay family: Florence A., married Wilson S. Mauker, lives at Scott City, Kan.; Evelyn L., the widow of

Z. T. Davis, lives at Winona, Kan. ; Charles E., lives at Decatur, III, where he is claim adjuster for the Illinois Central Railroad; and Lennie Hazel. Mr. and Mrs. Hazel have a son, Lyle Lindsay, who was born in Chicago, March 14, 1892. He married Miss Nellie E. Vickers, of Iowa, and they had two children: Edmund Lindsay, born March 1, 1917, died Nov. 5, 1924; and Richard William, born May 2, 1925. Mr. and Mrs. Hazel live in Chicago.

Mr. Hazel is identified with the Republican party in politics and is affiliated with the Masonic Lodge and Knights of Pythias. He is a Sunday School teacher in the Methodist Church. His wife is a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution, being secretary of the Wilmington Unit of Will County. She also belongs to the Republican Woman's Club, Eastern Star, and is a charter member of the Daughters of Scotia. Her father's family came here from Nova Scotia in 1735. Two of her great-grandfathers fought in the American Revolution. She spent her early life at Normal, 111., and before her marriage was a teacher in the schools of Abingdon.

Otto Hartmann, one of the well known residents of Lockport and highly esteemed citizen of Will County, is a native of Illinois. He was born in Chicago, Dec. 2, 1866, the son of Frederick and Caroline (Boldenweck) Hartmann.

Frederick Hartmann was born in Germany and came to the United States in 1855. He settled in Chicago, where he was one of the pioneers in the sheet metal business, his business being located at Jackson and Clark streets. Mr. Hartmann died March 25, 1898, and his wife died in 1920. They are buried in Graceland Cemetery, Chicago. Mr. Hartmann was a Republican, and was one of the founders of the German Lutheran Church in Chicago. The following children were born to Mr. and Mrs. Hartmann: Louise, the widow of Otto Seibenmenn, lives in Chicago; Clara, the widow of Herman Knocke, lives in Chicago; Otto, the subject of this sketch ; Martha, married John Ludwig, lives in Chicago; and Fred, lives in Texas.

Otto Hartmann attended the public schools of Chicago, and when 13 years of age entered his father's employ. He was interested in the sheet metal business until 1900, at which time he removed to Lockport, where he was connected with the Sanitary District until 1922, in charge of the controlling department. For several years he owned and operated a service station at Clay and Collins street, Joliet, and in September, 1926, he established his present business at Lockport. He is the proprietor of a recreation hall at 1000 State Street, which is well patronized.

On Dec. 11, 1890, Mr. Hartmann married Miss Minnie Thilk, of Niles Center, 111. To them were born three children: Walter, born in Chicago, Oct. 19, 1891, lives in Chicago, married Cora Drew, and they have a child, Alita Gale, born in June, 1920; Lillian, born in Chicago in 1894, lives at home; and Fred, born in Chicago, May 10, 1895, lives at Lockport, where he is connected with the engineering department of the Illinois Steel Company. He was married Oct. 26, 1921, to Miss Viola Krieger, who was born at Lockport, Jan. 17, 1901. They have a son, Frederick, Jr., born at Lockport, Sept. 7, 1923. Mr. Hartmann is a veteran of the World War, having served in France with Company A, 139th Machine Gun Batallion, 39th Regiment. He was discharged at Camp Grant, 111., in March, 1919.

Frank B. Dooley is a highly esteemed citizen of Lockport, where he has been in the employ of the Elgin, Joliet and Eastern Railroad for more than 25 years. He was born on a farm in Jackson Township, Will County, June 1, 1879, the son of Patrick F. and Sarah M. (Brown) Dooley.

Patrick F. Dooley settled on a farm in Jackson Township in 1849. He became one of the prosperous farmers of the county and the owner of 120 acres of land. He was a Democrat and served as justice of the peace. Mr. Dooley died in 1906 and his wife died during the same year. They are buried in Brown Cemetery, near Joliet. To Mr. and Mrs. Dooley were born eight children, as follows: Susan, married Ira B. Kazar, lives at Normal, 111. ; Eleanor, deceased, was the wife of John T. Randall; Gertrude, married Dr. Kent Cross, lives at Denver, Colo.; Sarah F., lives in Chicago; Cline, deceased; Frank B., the subject of this sketch; May, married Jesse Smith, lives at Norman, Okla.; and William, deceased.

Frank B. Dooley was educated in the public schools and early in life entered the employ of the Elgin, Joliet and Eastern Railroad, after having spent two years as a brakeman on the Chicago & Alton Rail- road. He began as a switchman in May, 1902, and for the past 15 years has served as assistant yard master. He is the owner of 280 acres of land in Oklahoma.

On Oct. 16, 1907, Mr. Dooley married Miss Emma Diehl, who was born at Lockport, May 20, 1884, the daughter of Peter and Margaret (Adelman) Diehl, natives of Illinois. Mr. and Mrs. Diehl, who live retired at Lockport, are the parents of the following children: Emma Dooley; Josephine, the widow of Edward O'Neil, lives at Chicago; Augusta, lives at Chicago; Minnie, deceased; Peter, died in service in France during the World War, buried in Lockport Cemetery; Bertha, deceased, was the wife of Dr. Ralph B. Harphman, of Lockport; Florence, married Dr. Ralph B. Harphman ; Henry, lives near Plainfield, 111. ; and Helen, at home. To. Mr. and Mrs. Dooley have been born three children : Sarah Marie, born Feb. 13, 1909, a graduate of Lockport High School ; William, born March 8, 1911 ; and Grace, born July 13, 1916.

Mr. Dooley is a Democrat, a member of the Catholic Church, and belongs to the Knights of Pythias, loyal Order of Moose and other local organizations.

Frank Sloan, who is serving as township assessor of Lockport Township, is a substantial and well known citizen of Lockport, where he was born Feb. 19, 1863. He is the son of James and Mary (Cavanaugh) Sloan.

James Sloan, deceased, was a native of Ireland. He was among the first settlers of Will County and during the early days was employed on the canal near Lockport as a lock tender. He spent nine years at Bridgeport and was then located at Jack's Lock for 14 years. When the lock was taken out in 1871 Mr. Sloan retired and spent the remainder of his life at Lockport, where he died in 1888. His wife, also a native of Ireland, died in 1903. Both are buried in the Lockport Cemetery. Mr. Sloan was a life long Democrat and a member of the Catholic church. There were six children in the Sloan family, as follows : John Francis, died at the age of four years ; William T., lives in Chicago; James H., lives in Chicago; Mary W., twin sister of James H., died in 1925 ; Frank, the subject of this sketch ; and Edward I., lives retired at Lockport.

The education of Frank Sloan was received in the public schools of Lockport. He learned the plumber's trade, which he followed until 1896. Mr. Sloan was then appointed postmaster of Lockport and served in that capacity until 1901. Since that date he has operated a plumbing and tinning shop in Lockport. Besides serving as township assessor he has been mayor of Lockport for two terms.

On April 24, 1901, Mr. Sloan was united in marriage with Miss Nellie A. King, who was born at Lockport, Oct. 25, 1871, the daughter of Lawrence and Winifred (Ryan) King, natives of Ireland. Mr. and Mrs. King, pioneer settlers of Lockport, were the parents of the following children: Mary Ellen, Christopher, Margaret, William, Julia, and John, all deceased; and Nellie A. Sloan. Mr. King died in 1892 and his wife died in 1900. They are buried in the Lockport Cemetery. To Mr. and Mrs. Sloan were born three children: Dorothy, born Jan. 27, 1902, was married on Sept. 26, 1924, to Clarence Miller, of Lockport, and they have two children, Marion, born in January, 1925, and Winifred, born April 10, 1926; John, born Nov. 2, 1904, lives at home; and Winifred, born Jan. 26, 1907, died in 1915.

Victor Ahlvin, building contractor, is prominent in the city of Joliet, where he has engaged in business for a period of 30 years. He is a native of Sweden, born March 27, 1864.

Mr. Ahlvin came to the United States in 1884 and located almost immediately at Joliet, where he followed his trade as a carpenter. Three years later he engaged in the building and contracting business. Mr. Ahlvin has specialized in the building of fine homes and also has erected numerous public buildings, among which may be mentioned the Washington Street School in Joliet and the apartment building at 211 North Nicholson Street.

On Nov. 26, 1890, Mr. Ahlvin was married to Miss Hilda Johnson, who was born in Sweden, Dec. 11, 1864. They have five children, as follows: Martin, civil engineer, lives in Joliet; Ebba, married Earl Frazier, construction engineer, lives at Rock Island, 111.; Robert, attorney, a veteran of the World War, lives in Chicago ; Reno, M. D., a veteran of the World War, lives in Joliet ; and Irwin, who is associated with his father's business in Joliet.

Politically, Mr. Ahlvin has always been a Republican. He is a member of the Swedish Lutheran Church in Joliet. Mrs. Ahlvin died Nov. 2, 1926, and is buried in Oakwood Cemetery, Joliet.

Peter A. Goodmanson, one of the most popular men of Joliet, a progressive and energetic business man, is a native of Sweden, born Feb. 21, 1857.

Peter A. Goodmanson was educated in the public schools of his native land and came to the United States in 1888. As a young man he learned the carpenter's trade and was thus engaged for nine years before coming to America. After his arrival in Illinois he settled at Joliet, where he has been interested in the building and contracting business for more than 40 years. He was one of the organizers of the Joliet Calendar Company, of which he served as vice president for a number of years. He is now a director of the company.

Mr. Goodmanson was married in Sweden to Miss Eva Larson, who died in that country many years ago. They had two children : Charlotte, married Charles W. Bradley, lives at Joliet, and they have four children, Leonard C, Wilbur A., Marian E., and Richard, all students; and Elsie, married Joseph W. Johnson, lives at Joliet, and they have two children, Stanley Peter, and Gordon Alfred, both students.

Robert G. Manning, popular garage owner of Lockport, is a native of Will County. He was born on a farm in Wheatland Township, June 22, 1882, the son of Robert and Anna (Thompson) Manning.

Robert Manning, who lives retired in England, is a native of that country, born Dec. 24, 1857. He came to the United States in 1870 and settled on a farm in Wheatland Township. Later he engaged in the meat business at Aurora, 111., but returned to Will County in 1896 and purchased a farm in Lockport Township. After his retirement he returned to England to reside. His wife, a native of Wheatland Township, Will County, lives at Joliet. There were four children in the Manning family: Robert G., the subject of this sketch; Nina, married Peter Aspel, lives at Joliet; John, lives at Joliet; and Janet, married Arthur Strubell, lives at Toledo, Ohio.

Lockport and opened a garage at 1110 State Street. In 1923 the business was moved to 431 East 11th Street, Mr. Manning having sold his interests in the former location. During his long career as an automobile man he has had the local agency for the Ford, Velie, Jackson, Overland, and Reo cai-s. Mr. Manning is an expert mechanic and has always been known for his dependability and trustworthiness.

On June 22, 1911, Mr. Manning was united in marriage with Miss Florence Purdy, who was born at Joliet, Nov. 4, 1888, the daughter of William H. and Louise (Beck) Purdy. Mr. Purdy died in 1918 and his widow lives at Lockport. They had four children: William, deceased; Florence Manning; Olive, married Frank Miller, lives at Lockport; and Bert, farmer, lives in Homer Township, Will County. To Mr. and Mrs. Manning have been bora four children: Donald, Lois, Phyllis, and Ruth.

Mr. Manning is a Republican and has served for six years as alderman of Lockport. He is a member of the Congregational church and belongs to the Independent Order of Odd Fellows.

Eugene Molaschi. - Active and progressive in business, Eugene Molaschi is well known in Joliet, where he has engaged in the contracting and stone mason business since 1912. He was born in Italy, Sept. 28, 1880, the son of Alexander and Mary (Barabaschi) Molaschi.

Alexander Molaschi, has spent his entire life in Italy. He is a merchant at Piacenza, Rivergaro, where he deals in tobacco. He served in the Italian army for a number of years. His wife died in 1883. Eugene, the subject of this sketch, was their only child.

In early youth Eugene Molaschi emigrated to the United States. After a year in New York City he came to Illinois where he spent three years with the Tuloko Coal Company, at Tuloko. He came to Joliet in 1909 where he entered the employ of the Newkirk & Powers Construction Company. Three years later he engaged in business for himself. He manufactures cement blocks and specializes in concrete mason work.

On Oct. 14, 1904, Mr. Molaschi married Miss Jessie Stungis, who was born in Lithuania, July 15, 1886, the daughter of Joseph and Amelia (Matthews) Stungis. Mr. Stungis came to the United States many years ago and settled at Spring Valley, 111. Several years ago he returned to Lithuania where he now resides. His wife died in 1910 and is buried at Spring Valley. To Mr. and Mrs. Stungis were born five children: Lewis, deceased; Elizabeth, married John Galnites, lives at Spring Valley; Jessie Molaschi; Vincent, lives at Spring Valley; and Joseph, lives at Chicago. Mr. and Mrs. Molaschi are the parents of four children: Frank, born Feb. 21, 1906; Christopher, born Dec. 25, 1909; Alexander, born Dec. 26, 1912; and Emily, born Oct. 20, 1920.

Charles A. Johnson is well and favorably known in Lockport, where he is connected with Palmer & Dillman as bookkeeper. He was born at Calumet, Mich., Jan. 7, 1880, the son of Nils Daniel and Anna Ottila (Johnson) Johnson.

Nils Daniel Johnson was born in Sweden. He came to this country about 1870 and settled in Illinois, later removing to Calumet, Mich., where he spent three years. He then went to Chicago,, where he was employed at his trade as a stone cutter. He died March 7, 1902, and is buried in the Lockport Cemetery. His wife is also deceased. Mr. Johnson was a Republican and a member of the Swedish Lutheran Church. There were five children in the Johnson family: Christina, deceased; Mary, lives at Lockport; Charles A., the subject of this sketch; Helen A., deceased; and Sophia Olivia, twin sister of Helen A., married John Swenson, lives in Canada.

The boyhood of Charles A. Johnson was spent in Chicago and Lockport and he was educated in the public schools. He attended Metropolitan Business College after having been employed for nine years as a locksmith. He then spent seven years in the employ of the Chicago & Joliet Electric Company and resigned as assistant cashier to accept a position with the Standard Oil Company as bookkeeper. In 1916 he became associated with Palmer & Dillman in Lockport as a bookkeeper and has continued in that capacity to the present time.

On Dec. 3, 1910, Mr. Johnson was united in marriage with Miss Anna Nelson, who was born in Sweden, Aug. 12, 1887, the daughter of Carl and Emma (Frederickson) Nelson, natives of Sweden and the parents of the following children : Nels, lives at Lamont, 111. ; Albertina, deceased, was the wife of Abel Swenson; Amanda, married John Nolberg, lives at Lamont, 111. ; Charlotte, died at the age of 24 years ; John, lives in Chicago; Charles, lives in Chicago; Andrew, lives in Chicago; Anna Johnson; and Arthur, lives in Chicago. Mr. Nelson died April 19, 1909, and his wife died Aug. 18, 1907. They are buried in the La-

Mr. Johnson is a Republican and is serving as school director. He is a deacon of the Congregational church and is prominent in all civic affairs in the community in which he lives.

Reed Voight. - Born and reared in Joliet, Reed Voight now ranks among the city's successful young business men. He is identified with the Voight Brothers Motor Company 407-09 North Joliet Street. Mr. Voight is the son of Frederick and Angelina (Singelterry) Voight.

Frederick Voight was born in Chicago Feb. 28, 1857, and his wife was born in England, Nov. 16, 1858. They have been residents of Lockport and Joliet since 1863, and Mr. Voight has taken an active part in local politics for many years. He is a Democrat, and has served as justice of the peace and police magistrate. He is affiliated with the Modern Woodmen of America. Mr. Voight lives at 229 East Seventh Street. There were six children born to Mr. and Mrs. Voight: Elsie, deceased; Logan, mechanical engineer, lives at Lockport, is a World War veteran; Alger, mention of whom is made below; Reed, the subject of this sketch ; and two children died in infancy.

Reed Voight was educated in the public schools of Lockport and in early youth became interested in the automobile business. In 1916 he organized the Voight Brothers Motor Company, in partnership with his brother Alger. They removed to their present location in 1923. They operate one of the city's well equipped garages.

During the World War Mr. Voight enlisted for service May 29, 1918, and was sent to Camp Shelby, Mississippi, where he was assigned to the 139th Field Artillery. He was discharged Dec. 8, 1919, from Camp Dix, N. J.

Alger Voight, who is connected with Voight Brothers Motor Company, is also a veteran of the World War. He was born at Lockport, May 2, 1892. After completing his schooling he learned the machinist's trade, which he followed until the organization of the Voight Brothers

Mr. Voight was married on June 16, 1918, to Miss Luella Speicher, who was born at Plainfield, 111., in September, 1892. They have two adopted children: James, born in April, 1919; and June, born in May, 1919.