Winnebago County, Illinois - The whole text, 1877 (part 12 of 17)

912 N. Horsman st. ; born in Scotland, Jan. 16, 1836 ; came to Harlem, this Co., in 1840 ; engaged in farming until 1873, when he engaged in the Agricultural Implement trade, with Mr. Ralston; married Jane Ralston, March 8, 1870; siie was born in Scotland, Feb. 3, 1848; have three children; Mary Elizabeth, born Feb. 3,1871; John Alexander, Sept. 13, 1872; Margaret Isabel, Sept. 5, 1877 ; Mr. and Mrs. Harvey are members of the First Presbyterian church.

HA!SKEl<L. CirEO. S. Senior member of the firm of Geo. S. Plaskell & Co., Seed Farmers and Merchants, 112, 114, and 116 Main st.; residence 801 N. Court, West Side; Mr. Haskell was born in Rockford, Oct. 4, 1838; he has been engaged in the seed business since 1864, and has the reputation in this country and Europe, of being one of the best and most reliable seedsmen of the world.

HAYES OEO. E. of the firm of Hitchcock & Hayes, Drugii;ists, 323 West State St.; residence 504 Kockton av; born in Prattsburg, N. Y., Aug. 18, 1829; came to Kockford in 1870; married Mary R. Weeks, Feb. 20, 1854 ; she was born in N. Y. : have two children living, M. Kissie and Haltie Lena; have lost two children.

HAZL.ET JACOB, resides at 301 N. First St., cor. Market; born in Preston Co., Va., Nov. 17, 1813; when he was four years of age his parents moved to Allegheny Co., Md., where he resided twenty years ; engaged in Milling business there ; in 1841 he moved to Fayette Co., Pa., where he followed farming tor three or four years, when he returned to Md., and bought the old mill and carried it on until he came to Winnebago Co., in 1853 ; for eight months he was in Mercantile business at Rockton, then he came here and for one year kept the Rock River House, on the East Side; at the expiration of that time he engaged in the Boot and Shoe trade, and has continued in that business ever since; married Jane Rush, Oct. 13, 1838 ; she was born in Somerset Co., Pa., Nov. 1, 1819; have two children, Kate and Margaret, now Mrs. J. P. Largent; Mr. H. antl family are members of State Street Baptist church.

Heagle J. B. r 501 S. Third ; e s. Heath W. W. r 509 N. Church ; w s. Hedberg Fred, shoemkr; r 310 Kishwaukee. Hedlund C.J. tailor, cor North and East; es. Hefferan Jno. E. salesman ; bds 133 W. State. Heflferan Patrick, lab; r 704 S. Sixth. Heiferan Robt. with C. Henry ; r same. Hefferan Wm. lab : r 906 First av ; e s. Heflfran Thos. gardener ; r 606 N. First ; e s. Heldridge Hugh, room over 338 E. State. Helem Benj. painter; r 1010 N. Winnebago. Helem Frank, painter ; r 1010 N.Winnebago. Helem John, painter; r 1010 N. Winnebago. Helgreen Chas. r 314 S. Water; e s. Helme Geo. painter; r 510 Fisher av.

HEBfRY CHRISTIAN, Proprietor Restaurant and Dealer in Fancy Goods, Confectionery, Oysters, Birds and Cages, Wines and Liquors, &c., 307 and 309 E. State St. ; resides at same number.

HEPBURX GEORGE, Carpenter; works in wood department of Emerson, Talcott & Co. ; residence 307 S. Court st. ; born in Edinburg, Scotland, Sept. 14, 1837; came to Canada in 1833; removed to Rockford in 1870; married Jane Granger, April 26, 1850; she was born in Canada, April 29, 1830; they have five children, John W., Ellen W., George T., Wm. M., and Chas. J. ; Mr. and Mrs. Hepburn are Protestants.

Rockfoed City

HICK^^ MOHX, Foreman of Blacksmithing Department of Enocli & Briggs' Plow Factory; residence 601 N. Winnebago St.; born in England, Aug. 24, 1837; came to Rockford May 2, 1857 ; he has woi'ked at his trade 24 years; has been with present firm ever since it commenced manufacturing; married Sarah A. Evans, April 6, 1870; she was born in Bristol, England, July 3, 1847; they have four chitdren, Emily J., Wm. C. T., Ella May, and Nellie; lost one son, Charlie; Mr. and Mrs. Hicks are members of the Court street M. E. Church.

HIL.1^ C. C. (E. Smith & Co.) Manufocturer of the E. D. Waterbury Extension Rule; residence over 116 S. Main St., West Side; born near Janesville, Wis., Sept. 24, 1847; came to Rockford April 10, 1874; Mr. Hill is Supt. of the manufactory of E. Smith & Co., and by professiim engineer and mechanical designer.

HIIiL FRAlfK K. Physician and Surgeon; office and residence 611 East State St. ; born in Gaines, Orleans Co., N. Y., Sept. 23, 1851 ; married Sarah R. Wilhelm, July 31, 1873; slie was born in Spring Water, Livingston Co., N. Y., Mar. 21, 1855; they have one child, Ermie W., born June 24, 1874; the Dr. and Mrs. Hill are members of the Centennial M. E. Church ; the Dr. attended one full course of lectures at the University of New York Medical Department, in 1872 and 1873 ; he graduated from the N. Y. Homeopathic Medical College, class of 1874 and 1875 ; Mrs. S. A. Wilhelm (Mrs. Hill's mother) resides at 611 E. State St.; she was born in Bennington, Wyoming Co., N. Y., June 30, 1830 ; she came to Rockford Sept. 15, 1875 ; she has two children ; she is a member of tlie Centennial M. E. Church ; her husband, Benjamin F. Wilhelm, died at Spring Water, Livingston Co., N. Y.

HIL.L. JOSEPH M. Dealer in Butter, Eggs, Poultry, itc, 309 W. State st.; residence 302 N. Court st. ; born in England, Sept. 16, 1847; came to Rockford in 1864; was in grocery store several years; has been engaged in present business 6 years; married Mary Jane Bridglaud; she was born in Seward, this Co.,' April 30, 1850; Mr. Hill is a member of the Episcopal Church; Mrs. H. is a member of the First Presbyterian Church.

HIL.L.IAR1> MAKTIHf, Dealer in Groceries, Flour and Provisions, 509 E. State St. ; residence 1201 Third av. ; born in Stockholm, Sweden, Sept. 25, 1818; came to America in 1842 ; came to Rockford in 1870; married Emily Long; she died Nov., 1873; two children living: Joseph and Emily; lost two children ; Mr. Hilliard is a member of the Swedish Methodist Church.

Hinckley Chas. F. r 1508 Charles; e s. Hinckley Chas. C. r cor Fifth av and Ninth. Hinkley Anson, r School, w of fair ground. Hinkley James, r School, w of fair ground. Hindes H. F. r S. Eighth, cor Eleventh av. Hinds Elisha W. peddler; r 906 Horsman. Hislop James, baker; bds 325 W. State. Hitchcock A. agt Forest City Ins Co; r

HODGi^O^ J. ^WM. Grocer, 327 E. State St.; residence 405 S. Third st. ; born in Canada, Oct. 9, 1841; came to Rockford in 1867; married Libbie Pentecost; she was born iu England ; they have two children, Carrie and Walter.

Winnebago Counit Dieectort

ill Putney, Vt., in 1800 ; he emigrated to Chicago in 1832, where he practiced his profession until 1838, when lie came to Rocliford to I'eside; he married Catherine Dunn, in St. Thomas, Canada, in 1822; she died in 1874; Dr. Goodhue was killed from falling into a well, while attending one of his patients, in 1847. John A. Holland was born Sept. 24, 1815, in Morgantown, Va., and died Sept. 30, 1855 ; he was married twice; first, to Maria Louisa Curtis; his children by this marriage, Hosmer P., Wm. H., Eleanor (Mrs. Guy H. Cutting), John A. and Charles ; his last wife was Catharine Fannj^ Goodhue, who now survives him ; the children by this marriage that reached maturity are Samuel and Philip C. ; Mr. Holland was a prominent lawyer and banker of Rockford and was prominently identified with the interests of this city ; the present prosperity of Rockford is largely due to his vigorous eftbrts to add everything possible to the advancement of the interests of the public; too much praise could not be spoken of the enterprise and public spirit manifested by him; his loss has been deeply felt by all who knew him.

HOLLAI^fO H. P. Secy, and Treas. of the Rockford Watch Co.; residence Harlem av; born in Millersburg, O., Jan. 15, 1838; came to Rockford in 1846; married Laura Blinn, Nov. 21, 18G5; she was born in Rockton, this Co., in Nov., 1846 ; they have five children ; Mr. Holland is senior member of the firm of Holland, Ferguson & Co. ; he is also U. S. Commissioner and Notary Public.

HOOD DAIVIEL :5f. Professor of Music in Rockford Female Seminary; residence 305 S. Third st. ; born in Salem, Mass., Sept. 25, 1834; came to Rockford in March, 1858; for the last 11 years he has been Organist of the Second Presbyterian Church of Chicago; there every Sabbath during this period; lie married Jennie Greenough; she was born in Boston, Mass. ; they have three daughters, Nettie, Carrie, and Genevieve; Mr. Hood has been a Teacher of Music since 1855; has been Professor of Music in Rockford Female Seminary ever since instituted.

HOSKIlf JAMES, Blacksmith with Briggs & Enoch; residence 1104 S. Winnebago St.; born in England, Aug. 16, 1847; came to Chicago in May, 1872; came to Rockford in June, 1876; married Charlotte Squire, Feb. 28, 1871 ; she was born in Exeter, England, in 1846; they have two children, Mary, born July 9, 1873, and Clara, Sept. 12, 1875; Mr. H. has worked at Blacksmith's trade since he was fourteen years of age.

HOIIOH JAMES F. Foreman Blacksmithing Department of N. C. Thompson's Manufactories ; residence 404 South Church St.; born in Warwickshire, England, December 25, 1842; came to this Co. in 1845; engaged in farming about six years; then commenced working at his trade; worked in Beloit one year; carried on a blacksmith shop here and at Sterling; began work with Clark & Utter in 1856; continued with them until 1861, when he commenced work for N. C. Thompson, and has continued with him ever since; married Fannie Wrench, Dec. 3, 1861 ; she- was born in England ; they have two children, Mary and Francis J.; Mr. and Mrs. Hough are Protestants.

Rookfobd City

Housmau M. teamster ; r 804 South ; s s. Houston James, machinist ; r 1004 East ; s s. Hovey Edmund, employe Samuel Meredith. Hovey L. A. bds 909 N. Court., w s. Howard Geo., printer Gazette; bds S. Main. Howard H. messenger Amer Ex Co. Howard John J. barber; 118 S. Main. Howarth Allen, weaver; r 1001 River; s s. Howe Henry R. r 1201 S. Main; s s. Howell Ezra, r 801 N. Court ; w s. Howell J.B.books 408 E.State ; r 1210 E.State. Howes H, H. r 1013 E. State.

HOWES PHIXEAIS, Capitalist; resides at 1013 East State st. ; born in Southeast Putnam Co., N. Y., Sept. 25, 1817; served apprenticeship as carpenter in his native town; came to Rockford in June, 1839; worked at his trade until about the year 1850 ; he was engaged in partnership with John Lake in the lumber business; he was two years in the coal trade, but for several years past his principal business has been that of loaning money; he married Maria Barnum, Oct. 3, 1839 ; she was born in Danbury, Fairtield, Co., Conn., Feb. 20, 1811 ; they have three children, Ellen C, Herbert H., and L. Cora; Mr. Howes was Alderman several years, always taking an active interest in the material welfare of Rockford and Winnebago Co.

HITDL.ER WILBUR F. Dealer in Dry Goods, Groceries, Boots and Shoes, etc., 828 S. Main St. ; residence 510 Morgan St., South Side; born in Fallsburg, Sullivan Co., N. Y., Feb. 1, 1835; came to Rockford in 1867; married Clarinda Braden, Sept. 23, 1872 ; she was born in Greenfield, Ulster Co., N. Y. ; they have one child, John; Mr. H. served four years and four months in Co. K., 56th Regt. N. Y. V. I.

HUNTIiEY MISS E. X. Phys^ician and Surgeon, office and residence 204 North First St.; born in Columbia, Herkimer Co., N. Y. ; came to Fulton Co., 111., in 1857 ; she studied medicine three years with Dr. Chas. Tompkins, of Lewiston, Fulton Co., 111., as Preceptor; graduated from medical department of the Michigan University, class of 1873; she is also a graduate of Whitestown Seminary,"Whitestown, N. Y. ; has practiced medicine in Rockford since 1873; she is a member of Westminster Presbyterian Church.

HIIRI.BUT DE EOS, Carpenter and Joiner, 305 S. Church st. ; born in Groton, N. Y., A.pril 11, 1844; married Sarah A. Preston, July 2, 1868; she was born in Camden, N. Y. ; they have three children, Julia Florence, Marcus L. and Cora May ; they lost two children (twins); Mr. H. served three years in Co. F, 109th N.Y. V.I.

House. Jackson - , r 604 Oak ; e s. Jacobson Jacob, tailor ; r 308 S. Fourth ; e s. Jacobson John, r Ninth av, cor S. Eighth. Jacobson Jos. r 610 Seventh ; e s. Jacobs A. D. painter; r 508 Knowlton; s s. Jacobs V. R. painter; r 306 S. Church; w s. James Geo. blacksmith; r 1205 S. Main; s s. James Walter, emp Geo. Bradley; r 706 N.

Winnebago; w s. Jasperson Chas. miller; r 514 Union; e s. Jasperson J. bds Peter Freeberg ; Park ; e s. Jeanmaire Paul, watchmkr ; r 606 Rock ; e s. Jeffrey John, mechanic ; r 304 S. Sixth ; e s. Jenkins A. carp; r 306 N. First; e s. Jenkins Wm. H. r rear 813 Pecatonica. Jens N. barber shop, 312 W.State ; r 708 Elm.

Jeratt Win. r 203 N. Second ; e s. Jilsoa Whipple, farmer; r 316 N. Avon. Johnson Aaron, coopr ; r 503 S. Seventh ; e s. Johnson A. emp Emerson, Talcott & Co. ; r 410 S. Sixth.

JOHEfSOX A. Superintendent of the Fore:it City Furniture Co., Woodruffs Addition, corner of Railroad av. and Seventh St. ; residence on Eighth St., Wood- / ruli"'s Addition ; born in Sweden, Aug. 16, 1836 ; came to Chicago in Oct., 1854 ; removed to St. Charles, Kane Co., 111., in Dec, 1854, and came to Rockford June 10, 1855; was engaged in the business of carpenter and cabinet maker until 1864, when he engaged in the manufacture of sash, doors and blinds ; engaged in the furniture business in 1869, and has continued in that line to tlie present time ; became connected with the Forest City Co. in 1875; he married for his fir<t wife Mary Howkanson, of Sweden; she died Jan. 5, 1860 they had three children, all now living Hilda Sophia, Theodore and Caroline present wife was Hilma Augusta Zelen married June 4, 1874; they have one daughter. Alma Olivia; Mr. and Mrs. Johnson are members of the Lutheran Church.

Johnsox & Miivzinger

JOHNSON FRANKI^IN, residence over 123 W. State st. ; born in Alabama, Genessee Co., N.Y., Nov. 1,1837; removed to Madison, Wis., in 1853; lived there two years; then came to Rockford in 1855; married Almira E. Thayer, of Schuyler

Co., N. Y. ; they have one child, Nettie L., born Jan. 1, 1865; Mr. J. served two years in Co. C, 15th I. V. I.; enlisted as private, mustered out as Corporal.

JOHNSON W. G. House, Sign and Carriage Painter and Grainer, 514 E. State St. ; residence 309 N. Fourth st. ; Mr. Johnson deals extensively in Paints, Oils, Varnishes, Glass, Brushes, and painters' materials of every description.

JO^ES CASSIUS Teller Second National Bank ; residence 508 Rockton av. ; born at Seneca Falls, N. Y., May B, 1845; came to Rockford in 1868; has been with the Second National Bank nearly nine years; married Mar}^ D. Hankinson, Dec. 37, 186!J ; she is a daughter of Dr. G. B. Hankinson, of Manahawkin, N. J.; have one child, Grace L., who was born April 5, 1874.

JOXES J. HERVA, Sup't Emerson, Talcott & Co. Manufacturing Works ; residence 710 S. Main st. ; born in Canandaigua, N. Y., Aug. 20, 1827; lived in Rochester, N. Y., until 19 ycai;s of age; came to Byron, Ogle Co., 111., in 1846; when only 12 years of age, he commenced work in machine shops, and has continued to work in different mechanical departments ever since; he removed to Rockton in 1847, where he remained until he came to Rockford in 1863; since 1869 he has superintended the entire works of the firm with which he is now connected; in 1854 he invented the first hand corn planter which was ever made, which remains a staple planter at this time, being extensively manufactured by Emerson, Talcott & Co. ; he is the inventor of very many other implements, machines and improvements, among which may be mentioned. Self Rakes, attached to the Manny Reaper, Broadcast Seeders, Riding, Combined and Walking Cultivators, Horse Power Equalizers, Horse Corn Planters, improvements on the Marsh Harvesters, etc. ; he is one of the Directors of the Public Library ; was Co. Supervisor of the 5th ward in 1873 and 1874; married Paulina P. Austin, daughter of Sewell Austin, of Shirland, who came here in 1840 ; they have one son and one daughter.

JONE^$ J. PRYNKE, Attorney at Law ; office over Rockford National Bank ; residence 206 S. Main st. ; East Side ; born in Warren, Ohio, Aug. 14, 1852; came to Rockford in June, 1876; admitted to the bar at Boonsboro, Iowa, in Jan., 1875 ; admitted to the bar in this state in 1876.

Manufacturers of the celebrated IXL Wind Engines and Iron Pumps; Deep Well Pumps with the " Mills Patent Cylinder " a specially; Ottice, No. 119 Court St., west of Court-house square.

JOSLIX JAMES T. Clerk and Bookkeeper for F. K. ct W. H. Dunshee; residence at 205 N. Tliird st., East Side ; born in Nichols, Tioga Co., N. Y., Dec. 12, 1859 ; came to Rockfol-d in Oct., 1867 ; lie is a member of Washington Camj), P. O. S. of A.

KALLSTRAND C. A. painter; bds 513 E. State. Kallstrand Charles, room. Kane John, r 320 W. State. Kasten Gust, r 722 N. First; e s. Kastholm E. L. stone-cutter; r 504 Mulberry. Katzung Jos. butcher-, r 1010 S. Church; s s. Kaufman Albert G. r 1411 Charles; e s. Kaufman A. D. cigar maker; r 1114 Charles.

KAUFFHAX AUGUST, Proprietor Meat Market, 820 S. Main St.; South Side; residence cor Church and Mouiague sts. ; born in Germany, Aug. 31, 1834; came to Rockford in 1854; he has been engaged in present business about 18 years ; married Elizabeth Katzung; they have five children : Louisa, Annie, Edward, Charles and Minnie ; they have lost one son.

KEEL.ER 5fORMAX A. Dealer in Fashionable Millinery, Patterns, etc., 208 W. State St.; residence same No.; born in Farmington, Ontario Co.,;N. Y., Sept. 26, 1833 ; came to Rockford in 1874 ; he came to Delevan, Wis., in 1840 ; married Maria E. Peets, Aug. 26, 1858 ; she was born in Pike, N. Y., Aug. 26, 1836 ; they have two children : Minnie, born in LaGrange, Mo., April 11, 1860; Harry B. was born in Delevan, Wis., Jan. ]6, 1864; Mr. and Mrs. Keeler are members of the M. E. Church.

Holland House. Keogh Richard, watchmaker. Kern John M. tailor; r 512 Hill; e s. Kerr Andrew R. lab ; r 107 Peach ; w s. Kerr J. B. r 518 N. Church; w s. Kerr Rev. Dr. T. pastor Christian Union ; r

518 N. Church. Kerr Wm. painter ; r 608 S. Fourth ; e s. Kessler Aaron H. elk City Hotel ; r same. Kessler George, r 110 Mulberry. Kessler Henry, blacksmith; r 110 Mulberry.

KESSIiER JERRY, WithF. K. and W. H. Dunshee; residence 308 N. Fourth St., East Side; born in Centre Co., Pa., Jan. 26, 1838; came to this Co. in the fall of 1870; married Eliza Jane Morey, Jan. 13, 1868; was in the army during the rebellion about two years and a half; served four months in Co. E., 141st Regt. I. V. I. ; balance of the time in Co. A., 147th Regt. I. V. I.; Mr. Kessler is a member of Winnebago Lodge, No. 31, I. O. O. F., also of Rockford Encampment, No. 44, I. O. O. F.

KIBi^G GEORGE E. Assistant Cash, ier Second National Bank; residence cor. West and Elm sts. ; born at Wappinger's Falls, Dutchess Co., N. Y., Aug. 30, 1844; came to Rockford in May, 1856 ; was with his father, Wm. G. King, in mercantile business until 1864, when he became connected with the Second National Bank, and has continued with it ever since; married Alice E. Fisher, daughter of Henry Fisher, who was one of the prominent business men of R<jckford from the time the railroad reached here until his decease, in ; Mr. King has one daughter, Alma E., who was born Oct. 22, 187l.

KIRK ELINHA A. Capitalist; resides at 305 N. Second st. ; born in East Nottingham, Chester Co., Pa., March 9, 1819; in 1824 his father moved to Dixborough, near Ann Harbor, Mich.; about the year 1825 or '26 his father built the first mill west of Detroit; they moved to Branch Co., Mich., in 1826; came to Guilford, in this Co., March 6, 1837 ; engaged in farming pursuits ever since he came here; for twenty years veiy largely engaged in the grain business in Rockford, but at the same time farming extensively; married Rachel Dennis; she was born near St. Thomas, Canada ; they have three children, Josephine Marion, now Mrs. Samuel Kerr, Emeline Elizabeth, and Henrietta Theresa; Mr. Kirk and family are Universalists.

K^OWLiTON ^^n. A. Manufacturer of Kuowlton's " New Manny " Combined Reaper and Mower; by careful manufacture and honest etiort, Mr. K. secured the reputation to the machine known as the " New Manny ;" because that name is now used by others, he will hereafter call his " Knowlton's Reaper and Mower;" valuable improvements recently made ; he also manufactures Knowlton's Patent Ratchet Beam Cultivator, "Dexter, Junior;" also the "Eclipse" Riding- Cultivator, and Knowlton's Hay Rakes - the " Knowlton Rake" and the "Paddock Rake;" residence 302 N. Main St., West Side.

Koplin C. C. fireman; r 715 S. Winnebago. Koplin J. L. engineer; r 206 S. West. Kouright Geo. carp ; bds City Hotel. Krone J. P. mechanic ; r 708 S. 7th ; W. A. Kruz A. mechanic; r 510 Kishwaukee; e s. Kullbom Otto, carp ; r nr S. Park ; e s.

IjAKE JOH^ST, Whose portrait appears in this work, was born in England, March 27, 1821. Came to this country in the summer of 1837. Settled in Rockford, Winnebago County, 111., in December of the same year, and has resided here till the present time. Has represented the Second Ward of the city of Rockford in her Common Council, as Alderman, from May 2, 1864, to May 5, 1873; has also served as Supervisor of same ward some SIX or seven years. Was extensively engaged in the lumber business from 1850 to 1873.

Mr. Lake has traveled in all parts of the United States, visiting California in 1872. Showing that he is a keen observer and a fine delineator of the scenery for which California is so famous, I insert an extract from a letter written to a friend, and by

" We will go by way of Stockton to the Valley. About forty miles from Stockton we strike the foot-hills of the Sierra- Nevada Mountain range, and for a distance of one hundred miles we cross a series of mountain chains that are grand beyond any description I can give you. In this distance we ascend to an elevation of at least ten thousand feet above the starting point, at which point we are on the edge of the Yosemite Valley; and now in a distance of two miles we descend four thousand feet into the Valley. It is difficult to give a description or to find comparisons to give an impression of the grandeur of the scenery, or of the lofty precipices surrounding this valley. Seek the highest mountain in England, cleave it in two to the level of the sea, and you will scarcely get one half the depth of this valley, and yet it is but about six miles long, and will not average over half a mile in width. Its sides are bare granite; in places are depressions, and the granite rotten or decomposed sufficiently to admit of vegetable growth; in such places we find huge pines growing, the roots seeking support in the crevices ot the rock. The bottom of the valley is a beautiful meadow; through the length of the valley runs the Merced river; some parts are covered with a heavy growth of timber; the meadow is covered with luxuriant grasses and a variety of flowers. The height of the surrounding rocks and waterfalls is wonderful. Cap of Libertj^ is 4,600 feet high. This rock is almost a bare granite, and nearly vertical on all sides "except to the east. I ascended it alone; no one in the party had the courage to try it with me. When at the top, I was amply paid for the toil. Laid out before me was one of the finest panoramic views that I ever set my eyes upon. On every hand mountain peaks covered with snow,their bases presenting a growth of mammoth pine, spruce and balsam. Inspiration Point is 3,200 feet high ; with a Dr. Highway, of Cincinnati, I ascended tills point of rocks, jutting out into the Yaiiey - at its extremity not more than four feet wide. We took our seats on this, our feet hanging over the sides, and partook of our refreshments - wine and cake. A slip of a few inches would have carried us 2,000 feet into the valley below." .

Mr. Lake has retired from active business, and in his beautiful home is enjoying tlie accumulations of years of toil in his early manhood. He is the present acting Grand Master of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows for the State of 111.

L.AKIX JOHX T. Of the tirm of Perr}^ & Lakin, Lumber Dealeis, corner State and Third sts., East Side ; Mr. Lakin resides at 1109 West State st.; he was born at Dresden, Ohio ; came to Rockford in the fall of 1860.

liANDIN JOHN, Manufacturer and Dealer in Boots and Shoes, 412 E. State st. ; residence 705 Kishwaukee st. ; born in Sweden, Oct. 10, 1839; came to N. Y. City in 1864 ; resided there one yeai- ; removed to Rockford in 1865; married Johanna Anderson, Nov. 13, 1866 ; she was born in Sweden ; they have live children ; Mr. Landin and family are members of the Swedish Lutheran Church.

liA^fE DR. ROBERT P. President Second National Bank, cor Main and State sts. ; residence 508 N. Church st. ; born in Bedford Co., Penn., Feb. 21, 1818; came to Rockford in 1851 ; the Doctor was one of the parties who organized the Water Power Co. in 1853, and was most active in its development; was tirst Treasurer and Manager and for many years President; he oi'ganized the Second National Bank in 1864 ; he has been President of that institution since first organization; he also organized the Rockford Insurance Co. in 1866 ; has been Treasurer of that Company ever since that time ; the Doctor has always been prominently identified with the general business interests of Rockford since he first came to the place, in 1851.

liARGEXT JACOB P. Of the firm of Hazlet & Largent, dealers in Boots and Shoes and Rubber Goods, 402 E. State at. ; residence 204 S. Main st., East Side ; born in Fayette Co., Penn., Dec. 14, 1832 ; came to Rockford in Nov., 1854; engaged in grocery business until 1867 ; since then in present business; married Maggie Hazlet, May 9, I860; she was born in Maryland; they have one son, Clinton, born Sept. 18, 1868; Mr. and Mrs. L. are members of State St. Baptist Church.

L.A'WIiER THOS. G. Milling Business ; Mill on water power at east end of dam ; residence 208 Kishwaukee st. ; born in Liverpool, Eng., April 7, 1844; came to Rockford in 1854 ; married Fannie A. Rodd, Dec. 24, 1866; she was born in Canada, Sept. 22, 1845 ; Mr. Lawler enlisted as a private in Co. E, 19th I. V. I., June 8, 1861 ; was in the service 3 years and 3 months; mustered out as Sergeant, Brevet First Lieut. ; was in the battles of Stone River, Chicamauga, Mission Ridge, Bailey's Cross Roads, Mallard Creek, Resaca, and all other engagements of this Regt. until close of the campaign ; Mr. L. is Post Commander of Nevius' Post, No. 1, G. A. R. ; has been for 8 years ; he is also First Lieut, of Rockford Rifles.

Lawshe Spencer, drayman ; r 308 North. Lawson Albert, tailor ; r 705 Kishwaukee ; e s Laws Jerry, city exp; r 1109 River. Lawison Nels. r Fourth av, cor Eighth. Lawson O. L. shoemaker; r 126 Park; e s. Lawson O. r 208 S. Fourth. Lawson R. employe N. C Thompson; r 405

Lawtou A. J. grocer; bds 612 Mulberry. Lawton T. J. grocer; bds 612 Mulberry. Layug Wm. lab; r S. Mam cor Lincoln av. Leach Isaac J. painter; r Lincoln av. Leach E. A. r Lincoln av. Leach Wm. John, painter ; r Lincoln av. Leach W. J. carp ; r 925 Crosby ; e s. Leahy Wm. lab; r 719 N. Church; w s. Lear Thomas, blacksmith; r 1206 S. West. Leavitt Charles, painter; 1509 Fifth av; e s. Leavitt Wm. lab; r 1509 Fifth av; e s.

liEE B. F. County Clerk; r 405 N. West; born in Owen Tp., this Co., April 19, 1842; married Mary Urquhart, Dec. 16, 1874; she was born in Rockton Tp., this Co., March, 1853; Mr. Lee was Clerk of the Board of Supervisors from June 24, 1869, lo Sept. 16, 1873 ; was Collector of Owen Tp. two years, 1866 and 1867; he has .served as County Clerk since Dec, 1873 ; served three years and ten months in Co. L., 8th Regt. I. V. C; enlisted as private, mustered out as Second Lieutenant; lost left arm in the fight at Ft. Stevens, D. C, in July, 1864.

liEEDS RICHARD V. Agent for White's Sewing Machines, 217 East State St.; residence 308 Walnut st. ; born in Canaan, N. H., Jan. 3, 1815; came to Roscoe, this Co., in 1863 ; came to Rockford in 1864; married Mary P. Rice; she was born in Windsor, Vt. ; they have three children, Helen A., now Mrs. J. D. Durell; Lizzie M., now Mrs. John P. Zimmerman ; and Delia C.

I.INCOI.N 4]}EORGE, Engaged in the business of Bottling Foreign and Domestic Ales, Porter, Beer, Wines, etc. - orders by letter or otherwise solicited - bottling establishment, No. 408 S. Main St.; residence at 406 S. Main st.. West Side; born in Lowell Co., Mass., Aug. 4, 1833; came to Rockford in May, 1855; married Martha Adeline Matthews; she was born in Lowell, Mass. ; they have one child.

L.II^fI>!SAY JOHIV, Dealer in Groceries, Flour, Feed and Provisions, 823 S. Main st. ; residence 907 Loomis st. ; born in Ireland, Oct. 8, 1840 ; came to N. Y.' Stale in 1853; lived there until he removed to Rockford, in 1866; married Caroline Dodge ; she Avas born in Glenn, jMoutgomery Co., N. Y. ; Mr. and Mrs. L. are members of the South Rockford M.E. Church; Mr. Lindsay served two years in Co. B, 32d N. Y. V. I. ; participated in every battle that regt. was engaged in ; was Color Sergeant sixteen months, and for eight months of latter part of service was Orderly Sergeant.

Surgeon; office 316 East State St.; residence 408 Kishwaukee st. ; born in Sweden, March 9, 1825; came to Rockford in 1871 ; tlie Doctor received his medical education in Stockholm, the capital of Sweden; has been engaged in the practice of his profession since 1851.

firm of Lockwood & Lyman, Wire Works, on Water Power; resides at 809 Mulberry St. ; born in Niagara Co., N. Y., Oct. 12, 1837; came to Laona, this Co., in 1839; engaged in farming until he came to Rockford, in 1862, when he went into the Hardware store of Israel Sovereign, and remained with hun until 1872, when he engaged in present business; married Louisa M. Koyl, Aug. 21, 1861; she was born in Michigan, May 30, 1839; have three children ; Iva Blanche, boin April 1, 1868; J. Ralph, Aug. 6, 1872; Pearl, Oct. 6, 1874 ; Mrs. Lockwood is a member of the M. E. church.

LiOCkIJE wm. Undertaker, 502 E. State St. ; resides 409 Sixth st. ; born in Manchester, Eng., Oct. 14, 1820; came to Patterson, N. J., June 7, 1847; remained there two years, and then moved to Chicago, where he lived four years, and moved to Rockford in April, 1858; he is a cabinet maker by trade ; has been engaged in the business'of Undertaking here 16 years; married Jane Aspden, in England; have five children living; lost two; Mr. and Mrs. L. are Protestant in religion.

Lonenbeck Fred, r Lincoln av. Lonergan John K. carp; r406 River; s s. Lonergan Pat'k, carp; bds 114 S. Water; e s. Longcor Jas. r 509 S. Second ; e s. Long And. teaming; r 1201 Third av; e s. Long Michael, lab; r 1202 S. West. Long M. emp furniture factory ; r L. Osborn. Long Wm. J. r 609 Horsman; w s. Loomis H. W. r 801 N. Court; w s. * Loreu Mich, mechanic ; r 403 S. Winnebago. Loudy Jonas, r Ninth av cor Eighth ; W. A. Love Harry, blacksmith ; r 405 N. 2d ; e s.

liOVE .T]!¥0. Of the firm of Savage & Love, Mill St., on the Water Power; residence 410 Morgan St.; South Side; Pattern and Model Makers; General Work and Jobbing in Wood, Iron, Brass and Steel done, and satisfaction guaranteed; ample facilities for doing all kmds of work in their line, upon short notice; Mr. Love was born near Chambersburg, Franklin Co., Pa., Oct. 21, 1835 ; came to Rockford in 1844 ; married Anastasia Young, Oct. 16, 1858; she was born in Jefferson, Cambria Co., Pa., Nov. 29, 1835 ; have two sons.

L.lJ]XDGRElf C. A. 301 S. Main, West Side; House, Sign and Decorative Painter; Frescoing and all kinds of Painting in the best style of the art ; Mr. L. was born in Sweden, Aug. 22, 1829; in 1851 he came to N. Y. city; lived there 7 years, then removed to Minnesota, where he resided most of the time until 1861, when he went to Europe and spent a year; in 1863 he came to Rockford ; he has had extensive experience as a painter, both in Europe and this country ; married Carrie P. Gilson, Nov. 4, 1866; have three children, Frank G., Fred. L., and Ethel.

I.Yman Dr. J. Baldwix

ton, Mass., April 18, 1820; came to Rockford iu the spring of 1858; the Dr. is a graduate of Jeflersou Medical College; also a graduate of Amherst College; in 1848 he became Instructor of German and French Languages at Amherst College; in 1850 he was Professor of Mathematics in Oglethorp University, in Georgia; married Lucy Uepue ; she was born in Hainesville, N. J. ; they have five children; the Dr. IS President of the Board of Educati<m; he is Examining Pension Surgeon-, has been acting as such since 1863.

L.YMAX 1!^. E. President Peoples Savings Bank ; residence 504 N. Court St., West Side; born in Rushtord, iVUegheny Co., N. Y., Nov. 17, 1834; came to Rockford in 1873.

McAFFKE WM. D. Physician and Surgeon, 106 W. State st. ; resides at same number; born in Towanda, Pa., May 26, 1838; came to Mt. Carroll, 111., in 1858; removed to Rockford in the spring of 1867 ; married F. Viola Seymour ; she was born in this State ; the doctor is a graduate of the Homeopathic Medical College of Pennsylvania, at Philadelphia, class of 1861 ; during the rebellion he served about one year as Quarter Master, and acted as physician and surgeon in the Army of the Tennessee ; the Dr. and his wife are members ot the Church of The Christian Union.

McConnell J. emp Graham&Co. ; r 205 Kent. McConnell J .pressfeexier, Gazette ; r 205 Kent. McCormick Thomas, lab; r 904 Horsman. McCourt Patrick, r Wall, near S. Court; s s. McCoy F. mechanic; r 1101 Ferguson; s s. McCoy Thomas, r 904 South. McCutchan W. H. elk C. &. N. W. R. R. McDermaid J. cooper; r 509 N. Main; e s. McDermott'J. M. lab; r 1509 S. West; s s. McDonald Jas. lab; r N. Water; e s. McDonald Jas., Jr. r N. Water. McDonald John, lab; r 806 Horsman. McEwan Joseph, r 924 Crosby; e s. McEwan Hugh, r 924 Crosby; e s. McEwan Samuel, r 924 Crosby; e s. McFarlan Alex, emp Clark and Utter; r 908

S. West. McGill P. lab; r Blaisdell, w of fair ground. McGinnis Daniel, lab; r South; s s. McGinnis, Patrick, r 1002 Benton ; e s. McGookin Arthur, bds C. Henry.

McK15fI.EY ^WM. Grocer, 409 W. State st; residence 605 Horsman St.; born in Gettysburg, Pa., Jan. 1, 1816; came to Owen Tp., this Co., in 1844 ; was engaged in farming until he removed to Rockford, in 1855 ; he was engaged in lumber business until 1857 ; was Town and City Collector in 1857 and 1858 ; in 1858 he went to Mo., where he remained until 1861, when he returned to Rockford and engaged in grain business, which he continued until 1870; then he went into the grocery trade and has continued in it ever since; his first wife was Matilda A. Waller ; she died in 1848 ; they had three children, two x)f whom are now living, Leroy C. and Mary A. ; present wife was Mercy L. Nichols ; she was born in Genesee Co.

aicPHERfSOX JAS. residence 707 Elm St. ; born in Scotland, Aug. 28, 1851 ; came to Canada when about tive years of age; lived there until the fall of 1860, vrhen he came to Rockford.

IIANARD & BRO. Plumbers, Gas and Steam Fitters, and dealers in Gas and Kerosene Fixtures,Pumps, Mantels, Grates, Awnings, Tents, etc., etc., Post-office Block ; Alpheus B. Mauard resides at 708 W. State St. ; born in Canada, in March, 1837 ; came to Rockton in 1856; to Rockford ten years later; was Deputy (Jounty Recorder six years; married Alice Z. Wright; she was born in England ; they have three children : Emma Rosalie, Robert and Sidney T.

MANARD JAMES W. Boards at Hardy's Hotel ; he was born in Canada, Jan. 15, 1835; came to Rockton in Nov., 1855 ; came to Rockford in 1874 ; married

3IANL.OVE J. Jr., 211 Peach St. ; born in Madison, Ind., March 12, 1839; married Hattie E. Case, April 4, 1870; she was born near Utica, N. Y. ; they have two children : George H., born Aug. 27, 1872, and one infant cliild ; Mr. Manlove enlisted with the Rockford Zouaves in 1861, the first call for 75,000 three-months men ; reenlisted in Waterhouse Battery from Chi-

MAXXY JOHX P. Manufacturer of Mowers and Reapers, on water power; residence 433 N. Main st.. West Side ; born in Amsterdam, Montgomery Co., N. Y., March 8, 1823 ; came to Stephenson Co., 111., in 1842; was engaged in farming until 1849, when he commenced making mowers and reapers in Stephenson Co. ; in 1835 he came to Rockford, and from that time until 1856 he was associated with J. H. Manny in the manufacture of mowers and reapers ; in 1856 he manufactured the John P. Manny Combined Machine, that being the first two-wheeled combined machine manufactured ; N . C. Thompson manufactured these machines largely after 1862, but Mr. Manny is now the exclusive manufacturer; he is one of the Directors of the Winnebago National Bank, and is President of the Rockford Cemetery.

MAR8II J. B. & CO., Manufacturers and dealers in all kinds of Furniture, Household Furniture a specialty, 404 E. State St.; residence 805 First av; J. B. Marsh was born in Kent, Litchtield Co., Conn., July 21, 1833 ; came to Rockford in Oct., 1855; married Amanda J. Work, June 6, 1858; she was born in Mt. Vernon, O. ; they have two children, Edward H. and Fannie E. ; when 3 years of age, Mr. Marsh moved to Putnam Co., N. Y., where he remained until he came here ; he has been engaged in furniture business here all the time since he came.

MARSH WM. J. Foreman of Painting Department of N. C. Tiiompson's Manufactories; residence, State st., J^mile west of cit}'^ limits (souih side of street); born in Boston, Mass., April 23, 1840; tirst wife was Mary F. Rhoades ; she died March 27, 1875; live children by this marriage; four now living: Jennie E., Ida M., George L. and Emma; present wife was Emma J. Aldrich ; they were married Oct. 25, 1875 ; they have one child, Wm. J., Jr. ; Mr. Marsh was a member of Massachusetts State Militia before the breaking out of the rebellion; during the war he served in Co. F, 18th Mass. Inf ; was at both battles of Bull Run, Fredericksburg, etc.; was wounded at second battle of Fredericksburg; he participated in all the engagements which the Army of the Potomac was in except that of Gettysburg; he was at that time confined to hospital ; he was mustered out atWashmgton, D. C at time of general muster out in 1865 ; he is a member of Star in the East Lodge, No. 166, A. F. and A. M., and Winnebago Chapter, No. 24. -.

MASON ROBERT, Proprietor of Bakery 505 E. State st. ; residence 1111 E. State; born in Scotland, Jan. 27, 1827; came to N. Y., in September, 1850; lived in N. Y. and Cincinnati a few years, and came to Rockford in 1855 ; married Ann Murdock ; she was born in Scotland ; they have one son and one daughter living, and have lost three children ; Mr. and Mrs. Mason are members of the First Congregational Church.

MEDLAR J. B. Art Emporium Studio 120 West State st., P. O. Box 2028; residence 310 S. First st.; pictures copied to any size, in oil, water colors, India ink, silver crayon, photos, etc.; Mr. M. was born in Fallsburg, Sullivan Co., N. Y., Jan. 9, 1845; came to Rockford in 1860; married Lizzie A. Curtis, Jan. 8, 1874; she was born in Piermont, N. H., Oct. 17, 1845 ; they have one child, Bessie Fay, born April 23, 1875.

MlL.Iii:R O. Ct. ARK, Retired Farmer; residence 506 E. Seminary st., East Side ; born in Munda, Livingston Co., N. Y., June 7, 1819; married Asenath Jane Chandler, July 4, 1840 ; she was born in Norfolk, St. Lawrence Co., N. Y.; Mr. Miller came to what is now New Milford, in this Co., in 1839; he was Township School Treasurer for 12 or 14 years while he lived in New Milford ; he was engaged in farming pursuits twenty years ; in the fall of 1858 he came to Rockford, where he has since resided ; he has assisted in making the city assessments in Rockford several years; Mr. and Mrs. Miller are members of the Centennial M. E. Church.

MlIiLER GEORGE E. Dentist, Room 2, Post-Office Block; residence 512 N. Mam st., West Side; born in New Milford, this Co., Aug. 28, 1849 ; married Lizzie C. Burncard, April 15, 1872 ; she was born in Indiana, Nov. 16, 1851 ; they have one child, Matlie M., born Jan. 9, 1874 ; the Dr. and his wife are members of the Second Congregational Church.

MlliliS GEORGE, Dealer in Groceries, Flour and Provisions, near cor. of E. State and Kishwaukee sts., first store south ot State; residence 1315 Charles st. ; born in Urbana, Steuben Co., N. Y., Mar. 13, 1830; came to Rockford in 1849; for five years he was engaged in farming in New Milford ; for ten or twelve years he worked at the masonry business in Rockford; first wife was Susan Reynolds; she died in August, 1859; two children by this marriage; only one now living, Sarah E., now Mrs. H. H. Atwood ; present wife was Frances H. Drewnell; married in April, 1861; she was born in N. Y. State; they have two children living, Shiloh and Freddy ; they have lost four children ; Mr. Mills served three years in Co. M, 8th I. V. C.

MIllZIlfGER PHIEIP, Confectioner ; residence 401 S. Church st. ; born in Germany, Dec. 12, 1826 ; came to Rockford in 1854; engaged in present business ever since he came here ; married Eliza White, March 26, 1864; she was born in Germany ; they have four children, Emma, Lizzie, Katie, and Jennie; Mrs. M. is a member of the Presbyterian Church, and Mr. M. belongs to the Christian Union Church.

MONTAGUE RICHARD, Ketired Farmer; residence 1308 S. Mainst; born in Old Hadley, Hampshire Co., Mass., Aug. 2, 1799 ; in his early days moved to Greenfield; then to Keene, N. H. ; was for several years engaged in the clothing business at the latter place ; came to Rockford in 1835, where he has been largely engaged in farming since that time ; only two settlers, Kent and Haight, here then ; he did not bring his family here until 1836; first wife was Content W. Skerry; married at Old Hadley, Dec. 19, 1826 ; she died Feb. 17, 1842 ; they had eight children; two living; Samuel Skerry, born July 6, 1830 ; and John Vose Wood, Sept. 3, 1833 ; lost six children ; Mary W., died Feb. 21, 1851, aged 12 years; Richard W., Jan. 2, 1875, aged 38 years ; Wm. Russell, Nov. 30, 1832; Henry Ward, Aug. 4, 1837; Richard, Nov. 19, 1832; and one infant; Mr. Montague's present wife was Caroline Farnsworth ; they were married at Lancaster, Mafes., Oct. 19, 1850; she was born in Groton, Mass., July 18, 1806.

First St. ; residence 507 Market st. ; born in Canada, May 5, 1836 ; came to this Co. in 1849 ; married Caroline Woodworth ; she was born in Canada ; they have three sons, Chas. S., Frederick R. and John ; Mr. M. was engaged in carpentering business about 10 years, farming in Guilford 15 years, livery business about three years; he was Town Collector in Guilford one term.

MOUIiTHROP li. Dealer in Dry Goods; residence over 324 and 326 E. State St. ; born in what is now New Milford, March 16, 1841 ; he is the only son of Levi Moulthrop, M. D., and Margaret George Moulthrop ; his parents and grandparents came to this Co. in 1836 ; his father was the first physician in the Co. ; Mr. M. has been engaged in mercantile pursuits since he was fourteen years old ; he engaged in business for himself in 1865 ; he is a member of Immanuel's Episcopal Church.

MOUI.THROP I.EVI, M. ». (deceased) Eldest Son of Abraham and Rachel Landon, was born near Litchfield, Litchfield Co., Conn, Nov. 1, 1805 ; he was a direct descendant of Matthew Moulthrop, who came to this country, and settied in Conn., in 1638; Levi received his early education in Litchfield, afterwards studying Medicine and Surgery at Fairfield College, State of New York, from whence he^graduated with high honors; in the Spring of 1836, he came to Winnebago Co. ; settled upon a claim of several hundred acres of land, near Kishwaukee, now in the township of New Milford, and commenced the practice of his profession ; on the 30th of June, 1840, he was united in marriage with Margaret, eldest daughter of the late Sampson George, and died after a short illness, on the 12th of September, of the same year; on the 16th of March following, his widow gave birth to a son, who received at baptism the name Levi; Dr. Moulthrop was a member of the Masonic fraternity, a communicant of the Episcopal church, and in politics a Democrat; he took no active part m either, however, confining his attention wholly to his profession, in which he was pre-eminent. Mrs. Moulthrop, after the death of her husband, resided for the most part in Rockford, carefully attending the growth and education of her son, during his early years and youth, when such care was needed ; on the 5th of Decem))er, 1875, she departed this life for the life immortal. During tlie several years preceding her death, "Mrs. Moulthrop had devoted a considerable portion of her time to travel and study; she had also collected a very fine cabinet of mineral, geological and other specimens, a field in which she took great delight ; as a correspondent her style was eas}^ and attractive as the many who have been favored with her letters can testify ; she was a communicant of the Episcopal church, and her religion consisted of acts not professions ; her mind was carefully stored with useful information, and in whatever sphere she was thrown those abovit her might receive benefit and instruction ; she was charitable and benevolent to those in need, ever unmindful of self in her ministrations upon others' wants ; her late residence, now in the possession of her son, Mr. L. Moulthrop, abounds in beautiful mementos of her skill and labor; her remains rest in the Rockford Cemetery, on the west side of the River, over which a beautiful and appropriate monument has been erected to her memory by her son.

MIJTIMER FRED, Sup't Rockford Bolt Works ; residence Prospect st. near city limits; born in Amsterdam, Montgomery Co., N. Y., April 14, 1848; removed to Buffalo, N. Y., where he lived 4 years; came from there tQ Rockforcl 10 years ago; worked in bolt factories 17 years; has been with present Works about 9 years; married Mary Cornelia Fulmer; she was born in Montgomery Co., N. Y. ; have seven children, Mary Cornelia, Hattie E., Fannie L., P. Addie, Jessie L., Emeline L. and Frederick E. ; Mr. and Mrs. Mutimer are members of the Winnebago St. M. E. church.

Foreman Foundry oi N. C. Thompson; residence 506 S. Main st. ; West Side ; born in Wales, Hamden Co., Mass., Jan. 17, 1842; parents removed to Cleveland, O., when he was 8 years of age ; resided there 6 years, then came to Rockford ; married Mary A. Derwent; she was born in Durand, this Co. ; have four sons, Samuel F., Moulton T., George M. and Harry; Mr. N. served two years in the army during the war of the rebellion, first in Co.'D, 11th I. V. I., first three months call ; re-eulisted in Co. E, 74th I. V. I., but was transferred early thereafter to the 92d I. V. I., as Principal Musician; afterwards went into Co. B, 146th I. V. I; he is a member of Star in the East Lodge, No. 166, A. F. and A.M.

NEI.SOIC AUGUSTUS, Dealer in Ready Made Clothing, Hats, Caps, Gents' Furnishing Goods, etc., which will be sold at all times at bottom prices; 416 E. State St. ; residence 203 N. Third ; born in Sweden, Oct. 13, 1834; came to Chicago in 1854 ; removed to Rockford in 1861 ; was with the army of the Tennessee at Nashville, seven months; employed in wagon shops most of the time ; married Christina

Mary Peterson, Sept. 26, 1857; she was born in Sweden; have six children, Frank E., Alice M., Ada T., Emma A., Carl A., and George A.; have lost one daughter; Mr. Nelson is a member of the Lutheran church.

3fEI.SOX JXO. Of the Arm of Burson & Nelson, Proprietors of the Rockford Knitting Factory, Water Power, across the race near R. R. bridges; residence 906 East St.; South Side; born in Sweden, April 5, 1830 ; came to Chicago in 1852 ; removed to Rockford in 1854; married Christina Bowman, Nov. 4, 1855; she was born in Sweden, May 6, 1834 ; have six children, Alfred, William, Oscar. Frithiof, John Franklin, and Anna Catharine; Mr. N. is the inventor of the most perfect knitting machinery in the world ; is a member of the Rockford Masonic Lodge, 102; Mrs. N. is a member of the Lutheran church.

JlfElIlflEISTER AXTON, Manufacturer of Carriages, Buggies, and Spring Wagons; all kinds of Wagons manufactured to order; general jobbing and repairing done; manufactory 119 N. Main St., East Side ; residence same No. ; born in Germany, Nov. 27, 1837 ; came to Milwaukee in 1847 ; was in the war of the rebellion; served two years in Co. L, 26tli Regt. Wis. V. I.; came to Rockford in 1865; married Teresa Staps, April 12, 1869 ; she was born in Germany ; Mr. N. has been engaged in the carriage and wagon business twenty years.

Carriage Manufacturer, 212 and 214 East State St.; residence same No.; came to Rockford twenty-six years ago; manufactures all kinds of Carriages, Buggies, and Spring Wagons; jobbing and repairing of every description; carriage painting, etc., done in the best style.

:KOBIvE frank. Of the firm of Spatford, Parmele & Co., Manufacturers of Wire Goods, Wire Cloth, etc., cor. Market and Main sts., East Side ; residence 407 East St. ; born in Pittsburg, Pa., July 12, 1843 ; came to Rockford in April, 1867 ; married Mary E. Stokes, of Beaver, Pa. ; have one daughter; Mr. Noble is adjutant of the Third^Regt. 111. Nat. Guards; he served three years dui'ing the rebellion as Commissary of the 5th Iowa V. I. ; served about two years as Adjutant of the 5th Iowa V. C, and was afterwards on staft duty, principally, at Louisville, Ky., about one year; has been engaged in the manu-. facture of wire goods ever since he came to Rockford. Noble W. J. watchman ; r 1101 S. West; s s. Nolan N. horse shoer; r 717 S. Winnebago. Noline Jno. lab; r S. Main below R. R.; e s. Noling L. woodturner; r 801 Seminary; e s. Noonan Patrick, r 407 Hill ; e s. Noonan Thos. saloon, 308 W. State; r 1015 W. State.

XORDIN JOHX A. Kishwaukee st, cor. Third ; resides at 305 N. Fourth St., East Side; Manufacturer of Wagons and Buggies; all kinds of repairing and jobbing work done; also horse-shoeing and general blacksmithing; Mr. Nordin was born in Sweden, June 22, 1846; came to Rockford, May 27, 1869 ; he married Emma Peterson ; she was born in Sweden ; they have one daughter, Esther Victoria, born Oct. 19, 1875 ; Mr. and Mrs. N. are members of tlie Lutheran Church.

Oberg John, lab; r 510 Walnut; e s. O'Brien J. lab ; r cor S. West and Lincoln av. O'Brien Patrick, lab ; r w end Chestnut ; w s. O'Connell James, r 406 S. Fifth. O'Connell John, boots and shoes; bds 606

Main ; e s. Olson Barnard, painter; bds 411 E. State. Olson John, tailor; r 609 S. Fifth. Olson John, lab; r 1311 Third av. Olson John, bds 302 S. Second. . Olson Peter, lab ; r S. Main, below R.R. ; e s. Olsson Van, shoemaker ; r 508 Walnut ; e s. Olsson Henry, lab ; r 507 N. Second ; e s. Olsson S. W. shoemaker; r 508 Walnut.

South ; s s. Orput E. L. r 706 Kishwaukee. Orput Geo. D. r 706 Kishwaukee. Orput John B. r 706 Kishwaukee. Orput John M. r 706 Kishwaukee. Orr Edgar, r 1409 Third av ; e s. Orton I. mason; r 508 Pope, nr Kishwaukee.

ORVISS EUGEXE E. Manufacturing Jeweler, of the firm of Clark & Orvis, Jewelers and Watchmakers, 408 E. State St.; r 330 E. State; born in Waukesha. Wis., Aug. 30, 1855 ; came to Rockford in June, 1876; married Maltie H. Wise, Mch. 15,1877; she was born in Freeport, 111.; Mr. Orvis has been engaged in the manufacture of jewelry five years, and is an accomplished workman; his firm does all kinds of watch and jewelry repairing, in the finest manner and at lowest prices for first-class work.

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FAL.IHER HEXRY H. Manufacturer of Churns, 601 S. Pleasant st. ; residence same number; born in Hillsdale, Columbia Co., N. Y., July 2, 1824; came to Dupage Co., 111., in 1855, and to Rockford in 1856 ; he has been engaged in inventing and manufacturing business ever since he came here ; he has given much of his attention to inventions ; eight patents have been issued to him for valuable inventions; married Louisa H. Mitchell, Feb. 29, 1848 ; she was born in Hillsdale, N. Y., Nov. 26, 1826 ; they have one son, Samuel D., who was born in 1848; Mr. and Mrs. Palmer are members of the Christian Union Church.

\ Palmer was born in Pittstield, Rutland Co., Vt., June 8, 1829 ; came to Rockford in March, 1856 ; married Sarah Wiswell, July 14, 1868 ; she was born at Vallonia Springs, Broome Co., N. Y.; J. B. Moxley was born in Baltimore, Md., Oct. 25, 1832 ; came to Dixon, 111., in 1854; to Rockford in 1856; married Ellen J. Hale, of St. Johnsbury, Vt. ; they have one daughter, Marion H.

FARMEIiE CHAS. O, Of the Firm ot Spatlbrd, Parmele and Co., manufacturers of Wire Goods; residence 511 Walnut St. ; Mr. Parmele was born in Lima, Livingston Co., N. Y., Jan. 30, 1838; he came to Rockford in 1857; married Maria E. Pratt, Nov. 24, 1862 ; she was born in Canada ; they have two sons and one daughter.

Firm of Patterson Bros., Proprietors of Meat Market, 421 E. State st. ; residence 502 Catlin st. ; born in Rockford, Sept. 13, 1844; first wife was Mary E. Edie; she died Sept. 22, 1874; one cliild by this marriage, Mary E. ; now living; Mr. Patterson's present wife was Mrs. Rosina White; married in Oct., 1876; Mr. and Mrs. P. are members of the Second Presbyterian Church; Mr. P. served one year in Co. A, 147th I. V. I.

FEACOCK JOIS^ATHAJr, Proprietor of Rockford Brewery, 502 N. Main st. ; East Side; residence at same number; born in England, June 1, 1821 ; came to Chicago in 1846; worked with Lill & Diversey three years, and came to Rockford in 1849 ; purchased the ground where the Brewery is now located, from Wm. Fulton in 1849, and commenced manufacturing beer and ale the same year ; married Eliza Hammond, in England, Sept. 17, 1856 ; she was born in England ; they have five children living; Edwin H., Jonathan D., Charles, Frank and Olive; lost one daughter, Ida J., who died June 13, 1877, aged fifteen years.

FEATS FRAXK F. Sheriff of Winnebago Co. ; born in N. Y. city, Oct. 21, 1834; came to Rockford m 1855; married Bessie R. Tew, Nov., 1861; was elected Sheriff in fall of 1872 ; now serving his third term.

PEXFIEI^D JOHN G, Loan and Note Broker, Conveyancer, Notary Public and Dealer in Real Estate; money in hand to loan on good security, at lowest rates, witliout unnecessary delay; he has considerable city and farm property for sale and rent upon favorable terms; oflice 323 East State St., over Third National Bank; residence 804 Seminary st. ; Mr. ' Penfield was born in Pittsford, Rutland Co., Vt. ; was for several years engaged in Woolen and Cotton Manufacturing in Pittsford; removed to Rockford in 1854, since which time he has been engaged in the Loaning and Real Estate business ; married Mary E. Crosby, Oct. 22, 1856 ; she was born in Troy, N. H.; have three daughters, Helen M., Fannie H., and Katie C.

PENlfOYER OlilVER A. Attor ney. Abstractor of Land Titles, Notary Public; residence East St., near E. State St.; born in N. Y., July 15, 1826; came to Rockford in Jan., 1857; married Margaret L. Morris, June, 1856; she was born in Pouiiac, Mich., May 23,1830; have four children, all deceased; admitted as Attorney in Illinois, May 4, 1857, and as Attorney of the U. S. Supreme Court, Jan. 7, 1869 ; elected Clerk Circuit Court and Recorder, Nov. election, 1860, for four years ; City Clerk of Rockford from April, 1866, one year ; elected Justice Peace, April 28, 1866; resigned in 1868; engaged mostly in Abstracting and Recorder's office since 1847.

PERKINS J. P. Agent C. & N. W. Railway; residence 305 S. Church St.; born in Essex, Mass., March 27, 1S35 ; in 1838 his parents removed to Cook Co. ; he was engaged in farming pursuits till 1853; in 1856 he went into the employ of the C. & N. W. Railroad, and has continued with that company ever since; came to Rockford in 1864 ; has the entire management of the Galena & Kenosha Division of tlie C. & N. W. Railroad at this point ; married Isabella J. Reynolds, May, 1859; she was born iu Burdette, Schuyler Co., N. Y. ; they have one child, Geo. P., who was born March, 1861 ; Mrs. Perkins is a member of the Second Congregational Church.

Peters Rev. Gustavus

PETERS REV. GUSTAVUS, Pastor of the Swedish Evangelical Lutheran Church; East Side; residence 505 E. Seminary st. ; born in Sweden, Jan. 4, 1832; came to Chicago in 1859; one year was as.sistaut pastor of Immauuel's Church in Chicago ; was for three j^ears pastor of Lutheran Church at Moline; came to Rockford in June, 1864, and has continued as pastor of the church here ever since ; was educated at Calmar Seminary and at Stockholm ; ordained to the holy ministry at Clinton, Rock Co., Wis., June 10, 1860; first wife was Ida H. Strone, of Sweden; she died at Moline, May 18, 1862; they had one child; deceased; present wife was Sarah Johnson; married Oct. 8, 1864; she was born in Sweden ; they have four children living, John T., Esther, Ebenezer and Joseph T. ; they lost one son and two daughters, who died in infancy.

Kishwaukee, near State ; r 302 Seventh. Peterson Dan. plowmaker; r 503 S. 8th; e s. Peterson Charles, r park ; e s. Peterson F. L. carver ; r 408 Kishwaukee. Peterson Guss, tailor ; r park. Peterson Geo. painter ; r 1403 S. "West ; s s. Peterson Rev. Gust, pastor Second Baptist

Church ; r 1207 Ferguson ; s s. Peterson H. F. grocer ; r Seminary, cor Bluff. Peterson Isaac, tailor; r 510 S. Fifth; e s. Peterson J. mechanic ; r 608 S. Sixth ; e s. Peterson John, r e s S. Seventh ; W. A. Peterson J. shoemkr; r 501 S. Seventh; e s. Peterson J. emp Wm. A. Knowlton ; r same. Peterson J. P. tailor ; r 408 Kishwaukee ; e s. Peterson Jonas, r 509 Union ; e s. Peterson Jonas, r 1018 Sixth av ; e s. Peterson J. H. butcher ; r 502 Catlin ; e s. Peterson Neis. r 718 N. First; e s. Peterson Nels. tailor ; r n s Park ; e s. Peterson Oscar, painter; r 511 Union; e s. Peterson O. r street from Seminary, s R. R.

PETERSON P. A. Secretary Rockford Union Furniture Company; residence 513 Catlin, East Side; born in Sweden, Sept. 8, 1846 ; came to Rockford in 1853.

Furniture Company; r 809 Third av. Pierson T. watchmaker; bds 308 Walnut; es. Pitkin T. D. pumps ; r out of city. Pitney Levi, mason ; r N. Avon, n end. Pitney Wm. lab ; r 322 N. Avon. Pitney Wm., Jr. plasterer; r 1016 Mulberry. Platner Geo. H. r 713 Mulberry. Platner Harrison M. r 712 Mulberry. Platner Peter H. r 203 N. West ; w s. Plato H. F. 307-209 W. State; r S. Court,

PliATT JOHLIT, Farmer; residence 713 W. State St.; born in West Haven, Conn., March 8, 1813; removed to Alton, 111., in Oct., 1836; was employed as a dry goods clerk until May, 1837, when he came to Rockford; built a store on the bank of Rock river, just below where the State street bridge now stands, and carried on general merchandising business until 1839, when he sold out to Dr. Haskell and moved to what is now Pecatonica Tp., where he engaged in farming very extensively, having some 1,100 acres; his residence was on Sec. 13, Tp. 27 , he remained there six years; then about 1845 returned to Rockford, and has contmued to engage very largely in real estate operations, sometimes owning 9,000 acres of land at one time ; he married Harriet W. Trowbridge, Feb. 34, 1836; she was born in New Haven, Conn., Dec. 11, 1814.

POKTER JOHN R. Druggist, 301 W. State, cor Main st. ; residence 571 N. Church St.; born in Fultouham, near Zauesville, Ohio, Sept. 22, 1833; came to Rockford in Nov., 1859; married Lucretia V.Hosmer, Oct. 3, 1861 ; she was born in Ohio, Oct. 3, 1834; they have four children living^ : Chas H., Hosmer C, John Wm. and Frances Irene; they have lost one daughter, Lucy M., who died Feb. 16, 1865, aged two years and four months. Porter J. S. salesman ; r 608 W. State.

PROrXY yVTHK. C. Dealer in Boots and Shoes, 126 W. State st. ; residence 1012 W. State St. ; born in Brattleboro, Vt., Aug. 25, 1808 ; came to Byron, Ogle Co., 111., July 22, 1844 ; removed to Rockford, April 14, 1865; married Adeline Amelia Wheelock, June 21, 1835; she was born in Wardsborough, Vt., Aug. 28, 1812 ; have three children living, Henry E., Frederick C, and Adelaide A., now Mrs. Dr. T. M. Butler.

BAJLSTOX & HARVEY, Dealers in Agricultural Implements, Carriages, Wagons, etc., 503 W. State st., cor. Court St. ;John B. Ralston was born in Marietta, Washington Co., O., April 21, 1846; came to Harlem, this Co., in 1850; engaged in farming principally, until the fall of 1872, when he engaged in present business; married Ellen Brown, March 11. 1875; she was born in Harlem, Winnebago Co., 111., Aug. 28, 1855 ; have one child, Edward Henry, born Feb. 4, 1876 ; Mr. and Mrs. R. are members of the First Presbyterian church; residence 612 Knowlton St., South Side.

BEEO FRA:KKI.IX p. Traveling Insurance Agent; residence 906 S. West St. ; born in Lexington, Mass., March 19, 1835; came to Rockford in Sept., 1875; married Georgia W. Wilson, June 17, 1858 ; she was born in N. H., Dec. 13, .

RECrAlfti' JAS. Boot and Shoe Maker. 204 W. State st. ; residence 712 N. Main st.. East Side ; born in Ireland, Nov. 25, 1826 ; came to Canada in 1840 ; lived there until 1844, when he removed to Chicago ; lived there a year or two, and then went to Sheboygan, and remained there until 1848, when he returned to Chicago and made that city his home until 1855, when he came to Rockford; married Mary Ann Wood, May 4, 1851 ; she was born in Buffalo, N. Y., March 28, 1835 ; they have sixchildren, Joseph, Michael, John Valentine, Mary Eveleen, Minerva and Agnes B. ; lost two daughters, Virginia and Josephine; served three years in Co. K, 74th I. V. I. ; is President of the Rockford Reform Club.

County Surveyor; office at the Court House; residence 114 S. Second St., East Side ; born in Hopkinton, N. Y., Dec. 7, 1823 ; came to Rockford in 1850 ; married Mrs. Emily Robinson for first wife ; she died in January, 1871 ; they had three children ; only one now living, Helen S. ; Mr. R.'s present wife was Martha A. Gregg; they have one child, Rosalind;

- Mr. R. has served as County Surveyor 22 years; he was City Engineer in 1858, 1866, and 1867 ; served in the war of the rebellion; was Capt. Co. A, 74th I. V. I., from September, 1862, until May, 1863, when he became Major of the 74th; in December, 1863, he became Chief Engineer of the 2d Div. 4th Army Corps ; in September, 1864, he was detailed as Asst. to Gen. Sherman's Chief Engineer, Army of the Tennessee, where he served until February, 1865, when he was made Chief Engineer of the 4th Army Corps, and served as such until he was finally mustered out, at Chicago, June 26, 1865.

RHOAD£l^ I.EVI, Of the firm of Rhoades, Utter & Co., Proprietors of Rockford Paper Mills ; office 120 W. State St.; residence 710 North Court st. ; born in Hinsdale, Cattaraugus Co., N. Y., June 25, 1830 ; his parents moved to Alabama, Genesee Co., N. Y., in 1836, and to Troy, Walworth Co., Wis., in 1843, where he lived until he came to Rockford, in 1848; he engaged in various kinds of work until he went into the cooperage business for himself, in 1853, a business which he has continued and still carries on here quite extensively ; he commenced the construction of the Rockford Paper Mills in 1865 ; in the fall of the same year the Utters formed a co-partnership with him, and in the spring of 1866 they commenced manufacturing; became a Director of the Peoples : Savings Bank at the time of its organization in 1873, and has continued as a Director ever since; in the spring of 1874 the Rockford Watch Co. was organized, and he became President of the company, a position which he still holds ; he is also Vice President of the Rockford Tack Co., and Director of Water Power Co.; was Mayor of Rockford one term, '76 and '77 ; married Frederica Rhoades, in December, 1854 ; she was born in Germany ; they have two daughters, Lucinda H. and Luella I. ; Mr. R. has been a member of the M. E. Church about 26 years.

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RIC RINGS DR. CHARLES HEBfRY, Physician and Surgeon; office 302 W. State st. ; residence 804 W. State St.; born in England, Feb. 26, 1815; the Dr. studied medicine in Belgium; came to Rockford, .July 18, 1836; he has been engaged in practice over 40 years ; married Mary Stevenson, of England; they have one son, Henry, now a practicing physician of Washington, D. C.

RITCHIK JIM, Mason and Plasterer; resides at 112 N. Third st., East Rockford; he is a son of Francis E. and Margaret Eliza Ritchie, and was born in Greenbush, N. Y., April 2, 1830 ; came to Rockford in 1857.

ROBERTS CJEO. AV. Sculptor, Monument Builder and Designer, 220 S. Main st. ; residence 307 S.Seventh st ; East Side; Gravestones of the best American and Italian marbles ; Mr. Roberts imports Scotch Granite Monuments direct from Scotland.

R0BERT!S05f THOi$ D. President Winnebago National Bank ; residence 601 N. Main st. ; West Side ; born in Scotland, March 18, 1818 ; came to Rockford, Dec, 1838.

Insurance, Real Estate and Loan Agent, Winnebago National Bank Building; ^ born Nov. 22, 1837, in Columbus, Warren Co., Penn. ; with his parents, Horace and Fanny W. Robinson, moved to Belvidere, 111., Jvme, 1842; to Cherry Valley in fall of 1853 ; while there engaged in the drug business some two years, on his own account ; in the dry goods business two years, as clerk. In the spring of 1860 went to Champaign, 111., to help open a dry goods store for eastern parties ; continued there in the business three years, to April, 1863, when he entered into government employ, in the Subsistence Department, firs.t with the Third Division, Army of the Ohio, in Eastern Kentucky and Western Virginia ; then in Eastern Tennessee and Georgia, till fall of Atlanta ; from there, back with Gen. Schofield's command to Nashville, Tenn. After battle of Nashville and defeat of Gen. Hood, was ordered, Jan.,1865, to Washington ; from there down the coast, and entered Wilmington, N. C, with Gen. Terry's command. Was stationed there till fall of 1865. In the winter of 1866 engaged in the diy goods business with Geo. M. Smith, at his present location in Rockford. The partner-hip continued till May, 1870, when Mr. R. retired. Was married June 1, 1870, to Miss Charlotte C. A. Kent, youngest daughter of Germanicus Kent. In the fall of same year engaged in his present business. Robinson F. porter White's Hotel ; r same.

Estate and Loan Agent, 325 E. State st. ; residence 805 Seminary st. ; born in Chicago, Sept. 6, 1846 ; came to Rockford in 1847 ; married Laura Penfield, March 27, 1873 ; she was born in Roekford,March 10, 1848.

BO$!»i$ R. HERVEY, Of the firm of Catlin & Ross, Grocers, 511 E. State St.; Mr. Ross resides at 603 Kishwaukee st. ; he was born in Norfolk Co., Canada West, April 17, 1835 ; moved to Iowa in 1856, and to Ogle Co., 111., in 1859; came to Rockford in 1859; married Mary J. Sovereign, Jan. 1, I860; she was born in Canada West; have one child, Florence M., born Jan 13, 1863 ; Mr. Ross is a member of the Rockford Rifles, Third Regt. 111. Guards.

ROWL.BY E. A. Photographer, 321 W. State St. ; born in Sullivan, Ashland Co., O., July 10, 1849; came to Rockford in 1873; he has been engaged in the business of Photographer four years.

RlTTIiEDGE AlfDREW, Sup't of Wm. A. Knowlton's Manufactories; residence 1002 Main St., cor. Loomis st. ; born in England, May 4, 1836; came to Rockford in 1851 ; first learned carpenter's trade; in 1856 commenced work in the Reaper shops; has worked for N. C. Thompson, Emerson & Co., Jolm P. Manny, and Graham & Co.; has been with Wm. A. Knowlton since 1873; married Maggie J. Ryan, Sept. 10, I860; she was born in Ireland; have three children, William, Arthur, and Freddie ; Mr. R. is a

RYAIS" P. T. Proprietor Central Wire Works, 212 S. Main st., next to Holland House; Manufacturer of Wire Flower Pot Stands, Window Guards, Waste Paper Baskets, Bank and Ofiice Railing, Fruit and Umbrella Stands, Hat Stands, Ladies' Work Baskets, Sponge and Moss Baskets, Coal and Sand Screens, Barrel Covers, Horse and Dog Muzzles, Spark Guards, etc.; Twisted Wire Fence made to order; Mr. Ryan was born in Rochester, N. Y., Feb. 15, 1856 ; came to Rockford about 18 years ago.

SAXBORX C. A. Druggist, 319 W. State St. ; residence 505 Rockton av ; born in Barry, Vt., July 15, 1848; came to Rockford in June, 1867 ; married Mary A.

Cashier of the Second National Bank, and President of the Rockford Savings Bank, s e corner of W. State and Main sts. ; residence 407 N. Main st. ; born in Hamden, Conn., Aug. 28, 1814 ; he was engaged in farming pursuits till he came to Alton, 111., in Dec, 1836; in 1837 he came to Rockford; was in mercantile business here until he was appointed Deputy Sheriff, in 1838; served in that capacity four years; he built, in 1838, the first "fiat boat" in this section of the State; loaded it with potatoes and other produce, which he marketed in St. Louis; in 1852, at Cherry Valley, he helped to load the first car of grain which was shipped from the Co. ; in 1842 he was elected Sheriff; was in that position until 1844; from 1838 to 1844 he collected the entire taxes of the Co., which amounted to only from $237 to $640 per annum, total collections, during those years ; from 1844 to 1847 was engaged in general merchandising on the present site of the Second National Bank ; commenced the banking business Jan. 1,1855; the firm was then Dickerman, Wheeler & Co.; in 1856 the firm changed to Lane, Sauford & Co ; the Second National Bank was organized Aug. 1, 1864; Mr. Sanford has been its cashier since its organization ; he is also President of the Rockford Savings Bank, which was organized in Aug., 1873 ; married Elizabeth Bassett, in Feb., 1838; she died Oct.. 1857; they had one child, which died in infancy; his present wife was Harriet Austin; married Nov., 1858; she was born in Skaueateles, N. Y. ; Mr. S. was originally a Whig; has always been prominently identified with the Republican party s'nce its organization; he is a member of the Congregational Church.

SAVAGE JOHX T. Of the firm of Savage & Love, Mill St., on the water power; residence 909 Ferguson; South Side; Pattern and Model Makers; they do general wood, iron, brass and steel work; all kinds of jobbing in those materials done ; Mr. Savage was born in Shefford, Cana'da East, April 16, 1842; came to Rockford in 1866 ; married Jane Wallace, May 8, 1866; she was born in Abbottsford, Canada East, July 9, 1844; they have five sons; Mr. S. served one year and a half in the 7th Maine Battery ; Republican ; Independent in religion.

SCHMAUSS liEOXARD, Proprietor Meat Market 313 E. State st. ; resides at same No.; born in Bavaria, Sept. 29, 1825; came to Rockford in Sept., 1853; married Margaret Schlenk, May 21, 1852; she was born in Bavaria ; they have six children living, Joseph L., Leonard H.. Frank, Frances, Edward, and Alice ; they have lost three children.

Scott Sylvester, lab ; r Seminary, at limits. Scott T. coal 202 E. State; r 116 N. 2cl; e s. Scott Wm. r 208 Horsman. Scougall T. O. mason; r 1217 S. Winnebago. Scovill H. C. lumber; r 709 Seminary. Scovill Henry T. r 1014 S. Third ; e s. Scovill Horace, r with J. Wiggins, Prospect. Scully Benj. watchmkr; bds 808 Walnut; e s. Seal Christopher, r 1103 Second av.

SEAJLY A. Assistant Superintendent, Emerson, Talcott & Co. ; boards at 609 N. Church st. ; born in England, May 11, 1841 ; his parents moved to Geneva, N. Y., in 1843 ; lived there 10 years; then removed to Dansville, Livingston Co., N. Y. ; resided there about 3 years ; then came to Rockford, arriving here Jan. 1, 1856; for 6 years he was engaged in the manufacture of sash, doors, and blinds; then he went to Chicago, wheie he remained 2 years; then went to Denver, where he spent 1 year ; from there he moved to Kalamazoo, Mich., where he resided nearly 2 years; then returned to Rockford; he lias been with Emerson, Talcott & Co. since Aug., 1876; married Mrs. Fannie E.Zimmerman, Aug. 5, 1877; his first wife was Jennie A. Paxson ; she died May 4, 1876; one daughter by first marriage, Louise J., born Dec. 6, 1866; Mr. Sealy served 3 years and 10 months in Co. G, 45th I. V. I. ; was 1 year Sergeant ; 2 years was Commissary of Regiment; was commissioned Second Lieutenant; participated in all the engagements which the 45th Regt. was in. Ft. Henry, Ft. Donelson, Shiloh, Corinth, Jackson (Tennessee), etc. ; Mr. and Mrs. S. 'are members of the Christian Union Church.

S$FiOUR JOHN, Foreman Machinery Department Emerson, Talcott, & Co. residence 828 S. Main St., cor Morgan st. born in Granville, Conn., July 6, 1830 removed to Beloit, Wis., in 1855 ; came to Rockford in 1857; married Jane Trowbridge, July 6, 1852; she was born in New Hartford, Conn., in 1830 ; they have two children, James F. and Sarah A.

Sixth av., East Side; born in Niles, Mich., May 4, 1837; went to Rock Island in 1840; moved to Allen's Grove, Lee Co., 111., in 1844; followed farming pursuits there until 31 years of age, then engaged in mercantile business, at Rochelle, Ogle Co., 111. ; continued in that business seven years, until he came to Rockford, in 1870, and engaged in the manufacture of soaps ; he is manufacturing all kinds of hard and soft soaps, laundry, toilet and fancy soaps of every description and of best quality.

SII.SBY G-EORC}£ A. Proprietor Globe Shoe Store, 110 S. Main st. ; residence same number, up stairs; born in Rockford, March 28, 1847 ; married Emily Derwent, Feb. 25, 1868 ; she was born in Durand Tp., this Co., Oct. 1, 1847 ; they have two children, Mabel C. and Maud M.; Mr. Silsby served in Co. K, 132d I. V. I.

SIIiSBY HARVEY H. Retired Merchant; residence 311 South Court street; born in Acworth, Sullivan Co., N. H., Nov. 1, 1817; came to Alton, 111., in December, 1837 ; resided there until his removal to Rockford, April 24, 1838; married Melinda Stearns, at Claremont, N. H., Aug. 17, 1842; she was born in Cornish, N. H., July 30, 1818; they have four children, Mary E., now Mrs. Levi Sanders, Geon2;e E., born March 28, 1847, Hattie J., and Flora M., born April 8, 1856.

ISKIXXER HEXRY M. Superintendent of Enoch & Briggs' Plow Factory; residence 1003 S. Main st. ; born at Barry Centre, Orleans Co., N. Y., July 17, 1835; his parents came to Rockford in 1839; he married Eleanor J. Stockwell, Sept. 5, 1861 ; she was born in Penn ; they have two children, Edith L. and Carrie R.; lost one daughter, Lizzie M., who died at the age of 7 years ; Mr. S. served nine months in Co. M, 8th Illinois Cav. ; he has been engaged in present business 13 years, with same manufacturers during the entire time ; Mr. and Mrs. S. are members of the Winnebago st. M. E. Church.

SMITH ABRAHAM E. Residence 711 N. Court St.; born April 6,1838, in Royston, England; in 1850, in company with his widowed mother and younger brother, emigrated to this country, and settled at Quincy, 111.; in 1854, removed to Chicago; in 1858 removed to Woodstock, McHenry Co., 111., and, with his brother, purchased the Woodstock Sentinel; in 1861 was appointed, by President Lincoln, Postmaster at Woodstock, and served five years, till Andrew Johnson apostatized ; that year he sold the Sentinel and removed to Indianapolis, conducting the Daily Evening Gazette for 9 months ; disposing of that, he then, in March, 1867, removed to Rockford, and, with his brother, purchased a controlling interest in the Rockford Register; in July, of the same year, disposed of the Register^ and in the following month, with Wm. E., purchased the Rockford Gazette; in 1869 he bought out his brother's interest, and has since been sole proprietor of that handsomely appointed newspaper establishment; in February, 1875, was appointed, by President Grant, Postmaster of Rockford, which position he still holds; in 1869, married Frankie J. Rice, at Beloit, Wis., a native of Waverly, New York ; has three children, Abraham Phillip, Lillian Rice, and Sydney William.

SMITH ADEIiBERT, Clerk for F. K. & W. H. Dunshee; resides at 606 George st. ; born in Owen Tp., this Co., July 29, 1858 ; he is a son of John and Jerusha Smith, who settled in Owen Tp. over twenty years ago.

SMITH COIi. EI.IPHAZ, Manufacturer of E. D. Waterbury's Patent Combined Extension Rule ; Office and Factory in Emerson & Co.'s building, Water Power ; residence 507 Loomis St., South Side ;

SMITH FRAlf K O. Dealer in Leather, Sadlery, Hardware, Buffalo Robes, Horse Blankets, Fly Nets, Collars, Brushes, and Manufacturer of every variety of Harness; cash paid for Hides, Pelts and Tallow ; Store, No. 306 E. State st. ; boards at 208 S. Main st., East Side; born in Kenosha, Wis., Jan. 8, 1847; came to Rockford in 1861.

SMITH OEORC^E M. Dealer in Dry Goods and Furs, 305 W. State st. ; residence 430 N. Main st. ; born in Pike, N. Y., Nov. 1, 1832; came to Rockford, Aug. 6, 1854; married Calista J. Bronson, Oct. 24, 1855 ; she was born in Warsaw, N. Y., Dec. 2, 1836 ; they have three sons and three daughters; Mr. Smith is a member of the Board of Supervisors, elected from the 4th Ward.

SOUTHGATE J. M. Of the firm of Southgate Bros., Grocei's, 427 E. State st. ; resides at 608 Grove st. ; born m Bridgewater, Vt., July 10,1837; came to Rockford in 1852 ; married C. J. Shaw, Sept. 10, 1862; she was born in Michigan; have two children ; Mr. and Mrs. S. are members of the First Congregational church ; Mr. S. served three months in Co. D, 11th 1. V. I.; enlisted m 1861, when the first call for troops was made.

SOVEREIGX ISltAEl., Dealer in Stoves and Hardware, lib S. Main st. ; residence 116 S. Main st. ; born in Canada, Nov. 6, 1827 ; came to Rockford in 1840, and has resided here since that time; was engaged in farming pursuits until 23 years of age; in 1857 he purchased a third interest in the Hardware business of the firm of Day & Breasted ; in one year Day retired from the firm, and the business was continued by Breasted & Sovereign two years longer, when Mr. Sovereign became the sole proprietor of the business, which he has continued alone, with the exception of a period of five years, two years of which he was associated with Alfred Lunders, and three years with Edgar A. Van Wie ; Mr. S. was for several years a member of the Board of Education ; he was for 14 years Superintendent of the South Rockford Methodist Sunday School, and through his etibrts the money was raised

JSP AFFORD A. C. President of the Third National Bank, 333 E. State st. ; residence on Prospect st., near city limits; born at Adams, Jelferson Co., N. Y., Sept. 14, 1824 ; came to Rockford in Oct., 1839 ; was engaged in farming pursuits until 1848, when he went to N. Y. and spent one year, then returned and engaged in the mercantile business, and built a saw mill on the old Water Power ; he went to California in 1850, where he remained two years, when he returned to Rockford and again engaged in mercantile trade with L. B. Gregory, and continued in that business for about two years, when he engaged in Banking, the firm being at that time, Briggs, Spaflbrd & Penfield; he has continued in Banking business ever since; became President of the Third National Bank at the time of organization, Sept. 1, 1864; has held various township and municipal offices; was one of the Illinois State Commissioners at the Centennial ; married Elizabeth B. White, March 35, 1850; she was born in Peterboro, N. H. ; have four children. Belle, L. Nettie, Jessie and George C.

SPAFFOK© JKO. Lumber Dealer, 301 N. Main st. ; residence 305 East St., East Side; born in Adams, Jefferson Co., N. Y., Nov. 36, 1831 ; came to Rockford, June 1, 1839; was for two years engaged in improving the water power at New Milford, this Co.; two years engaged in farming and mercantile business ; July 36, 1843, he married Harriet White; five years thereafter he was engaged in farming on what is known as the Grove farm, south of Rockford ; in 1849 he engaged in the grocery trade in E. Rockford ; continued in that business until 1856, when he became General Agent of the Kenosha railroad, and was engaged with that company about four years ; built a large grain warehouse in 1860, and the large Wire Works block on N. Main st., both in East Rockford ; from 1859 to 1873, was engaged in the Grain business, and has been in the Lumber trade since 1865 ; was Alderman SIX years ; is a member of the First Congregational society; was for about ten years one of the Trustees of the society ; his wife is a member of the Fiist Congregational church; has three children, A. Katie, Alice E., and Jennie, now Mrs. Philip Holland ; Mr. S. is senior member

Winnebago. Spear Jas. R. barber ; r 806 Crosby ; e s. Speake G. W. music ;r 917 N. Court; w s. Spellman F. W. watchmkr; r 304 Horsman. Spellman H. A. r 304 Horsman. Spellman M. J. bolt shop ; r 806 South ; s s. Spencer D. W. milkman ; r Lincoln av. Spencer H.plunder store,205 W.State ; r same.

STARR HARRY ]». Proprietor Holland House ; born in New York City, Aug. 12, 1840 ; came to Rockford in 1850 ; married Emma Stuart, July, 1861 ; she was born in Argyle, Washington Co., N. Y. ; they have two children, Laura L. and Mabel; Mr. Starr was engaged in mercantile business here from 1858 to 1868 ; Sept. 1, 1868, he became Proprietor of the Holland House, and has conducted it ever since, having purchased the house in 1874 ; he was Supervisor of the Third Ward in 1876 and 1877; he is Second Lieutenant of the Rockford Rifles, Third Regt. Illinois State Guards.

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& Cox's Mill. Strong David E. lab ; r 507 S. Pleasant. Strong Charles, stone cutter; r 1113 W. State. Stuart S. S. salesman ; r 403 Kishwaukee. Stuart Wm. constable ; r 733 N. Main ; w s. Stuckhus J. P. blacksmith ; r 609 S. 7th ; e s. Sturtevant Z. B. miller; r 610 E. State. Snllivan D.J.wagonmkr ;bds 503 S.Main ; w s Sullivan P. J. fireman R.R. ; r 1001 South. Sully Thos. chief marshal; r 407 N. First. Sully Chas. F. salesman ; r 407 N. First.

SUMXER E. B. Attorney and Counsellor at Law, 407 W. State st. ; residence 516 N. Church st. ; born in iPecatonica, this Co., Nov. 14, 1850 : he is a graduate of the West Rockford High School, class of 1866 ; in 1867 he entered the University of Michigan, graduated from Literary Department, class of 1871 ; graduated from the Law Department of the same college, class of 1873 ; admitted to the bar at Detroit, Mich., in 1873; admitted to the bar of this State, at Mount Vernon, in Jvine, 1873; he is one of the most promising members of the bar of Rockford.

Capitalist; residence 516 N. Church; West Side ; born in Winhall, Vt., Feb. 9, 1808 ; in 1810 his parents moved to Darien, Genesee Co., N. Y., where they remained until 1831, when they moved to Mass.; in 1835 Mr. Sumner came to what is now Pecatonica, Winnebago Co., where he was engaged in farming and milling business quite extensively for a great many years; is still interested in flouring mills there, and is the owner of large tracts of land in this Co. ; was Justice of the Peace from the organization of the Co. for a great many years; Post^master several years; was first Assessor, Road Commissioner, Supervisor, etc. ; represented this District in Twenty-sixth General Assembly ; married Betsey Blake, May 4, 1847 ; she was born in Maine, in 1813; they have two children, Edward B. and Annie (now Mrs. James B. Lane).

TALCOTT HOIIf. \1^AIT. Whose portrait we give in this work, was born at Hebron, Conn., Oct. 17, 1807, removing to Rome, "IS^. Y., in 1810, wliere he remained till his 19th year. After a few years in a store at Booneville, N. Y., he eneaged in mercantile business in Utica till 1830. He then removed to the village of Horseheads, Chemung Co., where, on Feb. 5, 1834, he married Elizabeth Anna, daughter of Dr. Ai'iel Norton, of Vernon, Oneida County.

In the fall of 1838 he left New York for Illinois, reaching Rockton, Winnebago Co., on Oct. 12, after a trip of six weeks' duration, made with his wife and child (now Mrs. Ralph Emerson) in an emigrant wagon.

Mr. Talcott soon united with the Congregational church of Rockton, which had been organized a few months before , chiefly through the instrumentality of his father, William Talcott, now deceased, and at once identified himself actively with the religious, educational, political and industrial interests of the new community.

He was one of the original incorporators of Beloit College and of Rockford Female Seminary, and has been a member of the Board of Trustees of the College from the date of its organization.

As early as January, 1844, he introduced into the church of which he was an active member, a series of strong anti-slavery resolutions ; and in the election of that year, his was one of the seven votes in this county for James G. Birney, the Liberty party candidate. The principles which he then supported under the ban of overwhelming public opposition have since became the settled policy of the nation. He was the candidate of the Liberty party for Congress, when scarcely 500 votes could be polled in support of its principles. In the autumn of 1854 he was unanimously nominated to the State Senatorship from this district, representing the counties of Winnebago, Carroll, Boone and Ogle, and was elected by a handsome majority, serving the term of four years with credit to himself and satisfaction to his constituents.

In the spring of 1854, he, with his brother Sylvester, formed a partnership with John H. Manny, the inventor, and commenced the manufacture of the celebrated John H. Manny Combined Reaper and Mower, at Rockford. The firm manufactured that year 1,100 implements. In the autumn of that year the firm was enlarged by the addition of Ralph Emerson and Jesse Blinn ; and, with increased capital, in the season of 1855, they made 2,300 machines; in 1856, 3,300; and in 1857, 5,- 000.

To the enterprise thus early started, may now be attributed much of the present prosperity of Rockford, and the fact that it is to-day the chief manufacturing city in Illinois.

Ever since the inception of this enterprise, Mr. Talcott has been associated with the manufacturing interests of Rockford, as has also Ralph Emerson, the senior member of the firm of Emerson, Talcott & Co., which is the direct outgrowth of the original firm, established in 1854, through Mr. Talcott's agency. Since 1860, Mr. Talcott's oldest son, William A. Talcott, has also been an active member ot the firm.