Carroll County, Missouri - The whole text, 1881 (part 17 of 19)

born February 4, 1822, in Rockbridge county, Virginia. Married Miss S. F. J. Welch, of the same county, April 9, 1846. From this union there were fourteen children, nine boys and -five girls. The eldest, John T., is now principal of the Franklin school in Kansas City, having graduated with distinction at the Jacksonville . Business College in 1866, and the Central College in 1872. Dr. R. R. and two younger brothers are in Dakota having large mining interests there. G. D. is in business in Ottawa, Kansas; and the two minors, A. L. and N. B. are in Carrollton. While in Virginia, Major Buchanan was Captain of the Rockbridge rifle company, and oftered his services to the general government for the Mexican war. He also united his fortune with the lost cause, and ranked as Major. He came to Carroll county in 1856, and has filled many responsible political positions. Was mayor of Carrollton quite a number of years, and to him the town owes some of her most permanent improvements. He was public administrator for sev'eral terms,, and a prominent candidate for probate judge at the time of his death. Was one of the pillars of the Methodist Episcopal Church south, and lived a consistant and religious life. He was a member of the I. O. O. F. and Good Templars. John Buchanan, the first American ancestor of this family, came to this country before the revolution, and was the first white man that entered Augusta county, Virginia. James Buchanan, the grand-father of the subject of this sketch, served in the revolutionary,war as- Major, in Col. McDowell's regiment, and Capt. Corby, his maternal grand-father, served in the war of 1812. Maj. James W. Buchanan was related by blood to

Gen. J. B. Floyd, Gen. Frank Preston, M. C. of the first three assemblys of congress. Col. James B. Preston, a veteran of 1812, and Governor of Virginia, Gen. R. E. 'Pay lor. Gov. James McDowell of Virginia,' Gen. E. C. Carrington, Margaret Preston, the wife of Wade Hampton, Patrick Henry, the Breckenridges of Kentucky, Joseph E. Johnson and the Marquis of Lome. He died July 18, 1880, mourned by many and hated by none.

William L. Willis

boraJuly22, 1851, in Robinson county, Tennessee; son of Larkin and Mary K. Willis of North Carolina. William was raised on the farm, and continued farming until 1879, when he and his father-in-law, R. P. McGee, bought an interest in a livery stable in Carrollton, where they are now engaged in business. He was married December 10, 1876, to Miss Fannie McGee a native of Tennessee. They are both members of the Baptist Church.

Thomas E. Willis

born in 184:8, in Palmyra, Marion county, Missouri; son of James C. and Patsy Willis, natives of Kentucky. Thomas learned the plasterer's trade in his early years and followed it until within a few years past. In 1870 he came to Carrollton, worked at his trade in the summer, and during winter he traded in hides and furs. In July, 1879, he opened a grocery and provision store in which business he is still- engaged, carrying a complete stock. Mr. Willis was married in 1871, to Miss Mary E. Bailey of Carroll county, a daughter of James W. Bailey, a native of Kentucky. They have three children living: Elizabeth T.j Thomas W. and John B.

Julius B. Weil

bom in 1852, in Baden, Germany; son of Bernard" and Rachel Weil, natives of G^ermany. Julius came to America in 1869, and located at Wilksbarre, Pennsylvania, where he was engaged as salesman in a mercantile house for about four years. In 1872 he entered the regular United States army, companyr B, 5th cavalry, for five years, serving in Arizona, Kansas and the Black Hills, against the Indians. He was honorablv discharged in 1877, and went to St. Louis, where he was bookkeeper in a wholesale house for one year. In 1878 he removed to Norborne, Carroll county, Missouri, and was in business there until 1880, when he came to Carrollton and has since his arrival' in this place been engaged as ' bookkeeper with Baum, David & Co. "'Mr. Weil was married in St. Louis, March 31, 1878, to Miss M. Levy, a native of : Germany. They are the parents of one child, Bernard, borai March II, 1879, in Norborne,' Missouri. Mr. Weil is a member of the Oriental Lodge, A. K. M. C.'

born December 20, IblT, in Goochland county, Virginia. At the age of twenty-one he removed to Howard eounty. Mo., and was there married September 24, 1840, to Miss Rebecca J. Parks, daughter of Col. Wm. Parks, who served in the Blackhawk war. Soon after being married Mr. Herndon removed to Carrollton and engaged in the dry-goods business, with his brother. Dr. Grief Herndon, and his brother-in-law, A. D . Rock, He also purchased the hotel property of James Freeman, which stood on the site now occupied b}' Messrs. Painter, Minnis and Shanklin, and remained in Carrollton until 1850, when he sold his town property and purchased a farm three miles west of town. In 1858 he returned to Carrollton but continued to devote his attention to his farm duties. He went to St. Louis with his family in 1865 and was engaged in dealing in grain. The following year he moved to Carrollton, Illinois, but at the request of his mother returned to Carroll county. Mo., and at his mother's death in 1870 he purchased the home place. He has raised a family of five children - Thomas J., Bettie H., (wife of Major Charles Simpson), Fannie, Alice and Samuel L. Mr. Herndon was never a stout man, having had the heart disease ever since he was seventeen years old. He died May 2, 1881, having been an invalid for three years before his death. His remains were buried in Oakland cemetery. He was a loving husband, an indulgent parent and a generous man. When he resided on the bottom his farm was quite a resort for fishing and picnic excursionists. His hospitality was enjoyed by many, and his death lamented by the entire community.

Henry B. Turpin

son of Jeremiah andPaulina Turpin, was born the 10th day of March, 1838, in Green county, Illinois. He was educated in his native county, where he remained until 1863, when he made a trip to California and Oregon, where he remained until the spring of 1866, and in the fall of the same year came to this county where he stillr esides. His father, Jeremiah, an e.xtensive farmer and stock-raiser, bought the farm known as the Kinchloe farm in section 12, 52, 24 where he vyas engaged in farming and stock-raising until his death. Most of the blooded stock in the county, especially horses, was bought or raised in the county through the instrumentality of Mr. Turpin. Henry B., the subject of this notice, engaged in farming and stock-raising for several years, and about 1-870 moved into Carrollton, the county-seat of this county, and is still engaged in farming and trading in stock and grain, shipping extensively and heavily to St. Louis and Chicago. On the 22d of May, 1868, he was married to Miss Sallie E., daughter of Lewis N. and Hannah Rees, who are among the oldest and most respected citizens, Mr. Rees haying held the position of county and circuit clerk and sherid of the county. Mr. Turpin is the father of three children, Rees, twelve years of age; Jtre, ten and Lewis N. ten months old.

James A. Wagaman

son of John and Martha Wagaman, nee Dykes, was born in 1839, being the second of a family of twelve children. His parents were both Kentuckians, his father dying in 1865 and his mother still living in this co.unty. In 1854 the famib.^ moved to Indiana, remained there several years in the stock and farming business. From Indiana they came to Missouri locating in this county. In 1865 the family went to Illinois, remaining about one y'ear and returned to. this county, and in the following year James J., the subject of this notice, married Miss Margaret Albro, of Ohio, by whom there are two children living, Emma A. and Allie M. They connected themselves in early life with the Christian church and are members.

John R. Wagaman

was born on the 6th of March, 1846, in Jessamine county, Kentucky, and is the fourth of twelve children. He remained with his parents until he was twenty'-one years of age, at which time he went to farming, and has continued in that vocation ever since. In 1874 he with a partner engaged in the grocery business in Carrollton where he remained in business about three years, still having the management of a large farm. Closing out in the grocery line he engaged in the commission business, dealing largely in stock and grain, doing an immense amount of shipping. In this line he was first associated with Geoge W. Brasher for two years, and is now connected with W. S. Crouch in the same line. Mr. Wagaman is a single man.

James M. Nelson

is a son of Joseph and Mellisa Nelson, Briscoe, and is a native of Scott county, Kentucky. His father died in Ray county about the close of the war, and his mother died in Kentucky', several years ago. James M. came to Ray county, this state, when a boy% He was educated at Bethany college, Virginia, and after completing his studies, engaged in the drug store of Dr. Morby in Richmond, Mo. In 1868, he came to Carrollton, this county, and revised the abstract books. In November, 1870, he engaged as head bookkeeper in the Carroll Exchange Bank, which position he still holds. In 1877, he erected the large brick building in the east son of William W. and Lockie Austin, nee Thompson, was born December 10th, 1825, in Campbell county, Va. His father was a native of Virginia, and came to this county in 1837, dying here in 1843. His mother was also a native of Virginia, and died in that state in 1833. The doctor was educated at the State University, Columbia, Mo. He was in the 2d Regiment of Missouri Volunteers, commanded by Price, in the Mexican war, takirtg part at the battles of Canada, El Enboda, and the walled town of Taos. Returning from Mexico at the end of one year, he took up the study of medicine, taking a course of lectures at Transylvania Medical College, but graduated at Jefferson Medical College, Philadelphia, Pa. In 1850, he returned to Carrollton, and engaged in his profession, which continued since, except about eighteen months, while Division Surgeon in the Confederate army, with rank of Lieut. Colonel. He has been a successful practitioner, and has for years been regarded as one of the leading physicians of the county. In 1854, he married Miss Mary E. Wilcoxson of Howard county, Mo., by whom there is eight children living namely: Joseph W., Amanda, (nowin California with an uncle, following her natural talent as an artist,) Charlotte, Laura, George, Lockie, Francis, and Albert.

Dr. Milton W. Mitchell

son of William and Catherine Mitchell, nee Collins, was born in Mason county, Kentucky, October 31st, 1833. His father and mother are both native Kentuckians, and still live on the old home place. The doctor was educated at Ohio University, graduating in 1856. His talents led him to the study of medicine, and he entered the Ohio Medical College at Cincinnati, Ohio, but graduated at the St. Louis Medical College. He began the practise of medicine in Lewis and Mason counties, Kentucky, and in 1867, moved to Concord, Ills., where he remained five years, discovering a new and infallible remedy for piles. In 1872, he went to Jacksonville, Ills., and in 1876, to Carrollton, this county, where he has since remained in practice. He was married in 1856, to Miss Alice E. Owens of Mason county, Kentucky, by whom he has three children, Emma H., Susan K., and Hervie.

Dr. John D. Leland

son of Judge John D. and Sarah Leland,«Cd; Gascon, was born in Fayette, Howard county. Mo., in 1844. His father who was presiding Judge of the Circuit for many years, and was noted for his genial and urbane man- ners, and his stern sense of justice, died in 1848 or '49, and his mother, still living, resides at Fayette, this state. Dr. Leland was educated at Central College, Fayette, and studied dentistry at Boonville, and St. Louis Dental Schools. He began practice at Fayette, in 1866, continuing it until 1881, at that place, when he came to Carrollton, this county, where he is engaged in the practice of his profession. He was married in 1867, to Miss Laura Page, of Fayette, by whom there are three children living, namely: Page, Lucy, and Cora.

Frank W. Kaiser

was born in July, 1832, in > the Canton of Berne-Oberant-B^rne-Leutzingen, Switzerland. He came to this country in 1848, locating at Canal Dover, Ohio, where he for two years engaged in the grocery busine.ss, after which he came to Jamestown, Missouri, where he engaged in farming and coopering for about two years. He went to California in 1854, where he spent seven years in the mountains mining, brewing, selling goods, keeping hotel, etc., etc. He next struck Virginia City, Nevada, where he stayed about four years, mining, brewing, restaurant, etc., and in 1865 came to this county, locating near Norborne, selling goods, farming, etc., and in 1876 came to Carrollton, where he opened a coopering establishment, which he still carries on. In 1864 he was married to Miss Catherine Sterling, of Virginia City, Nevada, by whom there are five children living, namely: Eddie, Charlie, George, Isadore and Gloria.

Richard A. Miller

son of Jacob and Martha A. Miller, nee Howard, was born in 1837, in Cumberland county, Kentucky. His father was a native of Richmond, Virginia, and his mother a Kentuckian, who died in June, 1840. Richard A. was a grown young man when he came to this county, and has resided here ever since. He was engaged in farming until 1878, when he came to Carrollton, where he has been deputy sherifi, assistant tax collector, etc. In March, 1881, he took charge ol the " Gittings House " where he has since been engaged as landlord. In 1861 he enlisted in the confederate army, and took part in the fight at Carthage, was taken sick and returned home. He is a member of the Knights of Pythias. He was married in March, 1867, to Miss Mahala Preston, of Sangamon county, Illinois, by whom there is one child, Otey.

William D. Jacobs

son of Ignatius and Mary'^ Jacobs, nee Fox, was bom on the 1st of January, 1833, in Frederick county, Maryland. His father, now in his eighty-ninth year, was in the war of 1812, and is a native of that state. His mother is a daughter of George R. Fox, also of Maryland, who died in 1857. W. D. Jacobs, the subject of this notice, grew to manhood in his native state, and in 1S59 came to Missouri, and to this county in 1860, where he has since resided. He is a millright by trade, and followed it a number of years. He gave up his trade, and started the first exclusive furniture house in Carrollton. In 1852 he married Miss Mary, daughter of Judge Hardwick, by whom there are two children, Charlie J. and George E. Mr. Jacobs is a member of the German Baptist church.

Alexander Trotter

son of John and Miriam Trotter, nee Standley, was born in this county April 19, 1829, his father having located in this count}' at a very early day. His mother was a native of North Carolina, and died in 1862. Mr. Trotter has spent his life in this county, and is one of the leading business men, and a heavy land owner. In 1854 he married Miss Martha F. Minnis, by whom there are four children living, namely: James W., Lewis C., Peter L. and Anna M.

son of John S. and Sarah McCombs, nee Buchanan, of Mahoning county, Ohio, was born September 13, 1841. His father died in 1868 in this county, his mother following on the 25th of February, 1880, in this county. Isaac A. was educated in the 'seminary in Mahoning county, Ohio. In 1861 he enlisted in company E, 23d Ohio infantry, serving three years, and took part in the second fight at Bull Run, South Mountain, Antietam and other engagements. After his discharge he attended Westminster college one year, in Washington county, Iowa. He came to Carrollton in 1865, and engaged as clerk and salesman for several years, finally going into business for himself for several years. Selling out his interest in the mercantile business, he has since been engaged in the county clerk's and collector's office of the county. He was married in 1873 to Miss Annie E. Wilson, of Boone county, Missouri, by whom he has two children, Edith and Isa A.

Hironimus Rhomberg

son of John and Marame Rhomberg, was born inl832, and came to the United States when a young man, locating in Dubuque, Iowa, where he worked three years, after which he went to St. Louis, where he worked about two years, and then to Bellville, Ills., where he remained several years. In 1865 he made a visit to his home in Europe, returning the following year to Bellville, where he dealt in horses and. cattle about one year, when he came to Carrollton, Mo., and engaged in the brewery business, and has been operating in that capacity ever since. In 1865, in

Madison county, Ills., he married Miss Catharina Keller, of Argo county, Switzerland, by whom they have three children: Anna, John and Louisa. Mr. Rhomberg is an energetic, public spirited German, and by his honesty and economy has built up a successful and lucrative business.

William Walter Wilhite

son of James M. and Sarah W. Wilhite, nee Phillips, natives of Boone county. Mo., but now residing in St. Louis, was born in Boone county. Mo., in 1844. Mr. Wilhite engaged in the saloon business at Centralia, Mo., and afterwards was engaged in the Western Union Telegraph Company. In 1867 he located atSaulsbury, Mo., and engaged in saloon business until 1880, when he went to Dallas, Texas, and in January, 1881, he returned from that state and located in Carrollton, this county, where he opened a saloon which he has conducted acceptably ever since. In October, 1868, he married Miss Malinda Fulkerson, of Boone county, this state, by whom he has two children: Leslie, born March 1, 1878, and James F., born April 19, 1880. Mr. Wilhite is an officer in Oriental Lodge, A. K. M. C., and a member of the I. O. O. F. , was born June 22, 1832, in Callaway county. Mo., and is a son of J. B. Grant, a Kentuckian, who came to Callaway ' county, in 1825, and was county clerk of that county for 'eighteen years, dying about 1866. His mother was Miss Mary T. Warren, also a Kentuckian, who came to this state in 1824, and died in 1848. Dr. Grant, the subject of this sketch, was educated at Westminster College, after which he turned his attention to the study of medicine, beginning practice in the confederate army. After leaving the army he located at St. Charles, practicing until July, 1871, when he came to Carrollton, this county, and has since followed his profession. In December, 1862, he married Miss Mariah L. Wordlaw, of Kentuck}^. whose father was one of the early settlers of St. Louis county.

Joseph N. Tuley

son of Elisha and Sarah W. Tuley, nee Ridgway, both of Kentucky, was born in Shelby county, Ky., in 1845, and was educated in Palmyra, Mo. In 1869 he came to Carrollton, this county, and engaged in the mercantile business for four years. In connection with Aph S. Keirolf, they started the Democrat, with which he is still connected. In December, 1868, he married Miss Louisa Willis, of Marion county. Mo. She dying in 1877, he was again married in 1878, to Miss Mary S. Ennis, of Carrollton, this county, by whom he has had one child, Clarence D., who died August 14, 1881, aged eleven months.

Oscar B. Queen

was born in Georgetown, District of Columbia, on the 18th day of September, 1823. At an earl}'^ age he entered Georgetown College, and remained there eleven years. Having finished his studies, at the age of eighteen he took a trip west, but returned in a short time and at the age of twenty-one married Miss Mary Ritchie, onl y daughter of Lieutenant Ritchie, of the United States Navy, who shortly after giving birth to a child, died, the child surving its mother only one year, Afterwards he wedded Miss Sarah A., second daughter of Capt. John Day, of Georgetown, D. C., by whom he had twelve children, eight of whom and their mother survive him, and are now living in Carrollton. In 1849 Capt. Queen took the "gold fever" and went to Calitornia, where he remained mining until 1851, when he returned, and in the following year emigrated to Carroll county. Mo, where he engaged in farming until the opening of the war. In the spring of 1862 he entered as a private and soon made his way to the captaincy, (see military record elsewhere). After hostilities ceased lie returned home, was appointed post-master of Carrollton, holding the position until 1869. Capt. Queen was elected mayor of Carrollton several terms, and discharged his duties as such acceptably and impartially. He was a man of a warm, generous nature, genial and pleasant, and a good citizen. He died in the city of Carrollton, the 16th day of May, 1876.

Louis Heitz

born in 1845 in Morgan county, Ohio; he is a son of Dr. P. A. Heitz, of Hastings, Minnesota, and a native of Germany. Louis was raised in Monroe county, Missouri, and was educated at a male academy in Harrison, Missouri. He served an apprenticeship as druggist in Palmyra, Missouri, and afterward was engaged in the drug business in that place. He has also spent five years of his life in the dry' goods business. In 1876 he moved to Carrollton, Missouri, and has, since his coming here, been engaged in the drug business. He was married in November, 1876, to Miss Nellie Hovey of Kansas City. They have two children living: Mary R. and Nellie H. Mr. Heitz is a member of the Knights of Phythias. He and his wife are both members of the Baptist Church.

born October, 1813, in Goochland county, Virginia; the eldest son of James Herndon, who settled in Carroll county, Missouri, in 1839. A. M. Herndon married Miss Dickens and moved to Carroll county in 1841, settling where he now lives on section 16, Carrollton township, in 1843. His wife died in 1857, and in 1858 he was married to Mrs. Houston, widow of Dr. Houston. Mr. Herndon has had five children born to him by his first wife, two of whom are living: Laura, wife of William Turpin, and Emma, widow of Gen. Otey. Mr. Herndon is a farmer and Stock-raiser. His farm consists of six hundred acres of fine land. He has frequently been asked to accept some office in the county, but always refused to do so, not wishing to interfere in public affairs.

Charles S. Hill

was born December 14, 1851, in Carroll county, Missouri; son of Captain William Hill. Charles S. was educated at the William Jewell college in Clay county, and since completing his education has devoted his time principally to mercantile pursuits, being engaged with Ely, Brown & Co., and at present is bookkeeper for Painter, Minnie & Shanklin. Mr. Hill was educated for the ministry, but abandoned his theological studies on account of his health. He was married November 6, 1876, to 'Miss Joanna Turner, daughter of Samuel .Turner of Carrollton, one of the early settlers of Carroll county. They have two children living: Effie D. and Jewell T. Mr. Hill and wife are members of the Baptist Church. He is also a member of the A. O. U. W.

John G. Houseman

born in September, 1824, in Agusta county, Virginia; son of George G. and Magdaline (Martin) Houseman, natives of Germany. John G. was raised on a farm and followed farming for sixteen years after becoming of age. In August, 1863, he entered the confederate army in company D, 144th regiment, Virginia volunteers. He had been major of the 144th Virginia regiment before entering the army. He engaged in all the battles in Virginia Valley, under Gen. Lomax and was never wounded or taken prisoner. After the war he returned home, and in 1871 came to Carrollton, Missouri, and engaged in the grocery business for a year and a half, and since that time has been clerking. Mr. Houseman was married in 1849 to Miss Mary E. Teaford of Virginia. They had one child, Thomas S., who died in 1877, at the age of 22. His wife died in 1872, and he was again married in 1876 to Mrs. E. R. Heath, a daughter of Judge Thomas Arnold of Carroll county. Mr. Houseman has been a prominent man, filling the office of justice of the peace and other offices. He is a member of the I. O. O. F. and Knights of Honor.

John G. Houston

born July 6th, 1846, in Lexington, Mo. He is the only child of Dr. G. C. Houston, a native of Kentucky, who died in Carrollton in 1855. His mother's maiden name was Elizabeth Chinn, also a native of Kentucky. She is now the wife of A. M. Herndon of Carroll county. John G. was raised on a farm. In 1870 he opened a tobacco store and was engaged in that business for two years. Since that time he has been engaged in the insurance business. He was married January 7th, 1869, to Delia Briscoe of Carroll county. They have two children, Briscoe G-. and Mabel C. Mrs. Houston died June 27th, 1873. Mr. Houston was again married October 7th, 1874, to Miss Anna D. Vaughn of Carroll county. She died Jan. 10th, 1881. Mr. Houston is a member of the Christian church, and of the I. O. O. F., and an officer in Oriental lodge, A. K. M. C.

Milton W. Jarboe

born in 1841 in Greene county, Illinois, son of Harvey M. and Anna Jarboe, natives of Ohio. Milton was raised on a farm but afterwards engaged in the merchandising business in Milton, Ills. In 1869, he moved to Johnson county. Mo., and bought an interest in a mill which he run for two years. In 1871 he removed to Carrollton, Mo., and purchased the steam mills known as the City Mills, and has been engaged in running this mill since his arrival in this city. He built a woolen factory adjoining his mill in 1880, and the factory and mill are run by the same steam engine. Both of these industries are extensive .and are successfully carried on by Mr. Jarboe. He was married in 1861 to Miss Mary E. Davis, of Bedford, Illinois. They have three children living, Owen M., Jesse B., and Harvey M. Mr. Jarboe and wife are members of the Christian church. He is also a member of the Masonic fraternity.

John Kelly

born in 1808 in Greene county, Kentucky; son of Reuben and Nancy Kelly. His father died in 1844, and his mother in 1828. John moved to Marion county. Mo., in 1835, where he resided about thirty years, engaged in farming. In 1866, he removed to Carroll county, where he followed farming for two years, and then engaged in the furniture business with his son S. M. Kelly. They have a large brick store house with an extensive stock and do a good business. Mr. Kelly was married in 1830 to Miss Minerva C. Mann of Kentucky. To this union were born five children, four of which number still live: Elizabeth, Eliza C., Harvey J., and Sidney M. Mr. Kelly's wife died in 1840 and he was again married in 1843, to Miss Mary D. Jones of Garrett county, Kentucky. Mr. Kelly and wife are members of the Baptist church. He is also a member of the Masonic fraternity.

John R. Kerby

born May 27, 1845, in Saline County, Missouri; son of Overton J. and Ann E. Kerby. John Moved to Carroll county, in company with his parents in 1849, and was educated in Carrollton. When nine years old he entered the county clerk's office and assisted his father, who was then county clerk. In 1860 he was engaged in the office of register of lands at Jefferson City. In 1861, at the outbreak of the war, he returned home and was appointed clerk of the probate court. He went to Alexandria, Missouri, in 1864, and there was engaged in the drug business until January, 1867, when he went to Dewitt and followed the same business. In 1871 he returned to Carrollton and was appointed deputy county clerk under Col. Howard T. Combs. In 1874 he was elected county clerk and reelected in 1878. He is at present serving his second term, and having spent almost his entire life in the office he has become familiar with its work, and fills the office to the satisfaction of his constituents. He is a member of I. O. O. F. Mr. Kerby was married June 12, 1867, to Miss Eliza A. Vanhoak of Carroll county. They have three children, deceased. He is also an officer in the A. K. M. C.

Overton J. Kerby

born April 4, 1817, in Albemarle county, Virginia; was educated in the common schools of the county of his birth. In 1836 he moved in company with his parents to Saline county, Missouri, where he was engaged in teaching school for eleven years. Mr. Kerby was married March 19, 1839, to Miss Ann E. Cheatham, daughter of James Cheatham, native of Virginia. In the spring of 1847 he removed to Dewitt, Carroll county, Missouri, and taught school until May, 1848, when he was appointed, on petition of four hundred citizens, to fill the office of county surveyor, made vacant by his predecessor's resigning. In October, 1851, he was elected clerk of the county court to fill the unexpired term of John M. Howel. He was re-elected in August, 1853, and continued to hold office until I860. In April, 1862, Mr. Kerby bought a half interest in the Carrollton Democrat^ now Jotirnal, and owned an interest in it during the war, at the time the press was thrown out of the office window, and the office demolished. He was appointed deputy county clerk in 1875, by his son John R. Kerby, and still holds that position. Mr. Kerby's first wife died April 22, 1852, and he was again married May 23, 1855, to Miss Damaris E. Young, of Virginia parentage. She died March 26, 1867. It can be seen in the sketch of Mr. Kerby's life that he has served the people of Carroll county officially, almost constantly since he has been a citizen of the county, and is a gentleman highly honored and respected by the county which he has served. He alsa owns, in partnership with Mr. Dan R. Brand, a complete set of abstracts of Carroll county, Missouri.

Robert Lemons

his family, in 1850, and located in Springfield, Illinois, and died there in 1852. Robert's mother died two hours after their arrival in Springfield. Robert was accordingly thrown among strangers to work for himself when "quite young. When eighteen years old he engaged m the hardware and pump business. He removed to Carrollton, Missouri, in 1865, and still continued in the same business, and also handled lightning rods. In July, 1875, Mr. Lemons took hold of the insurance business and has since been engaged in it. He confines himself to but one company The Old Reliable Phoehix of Brooklyn. Mr. Lemons was married November 17, 1869, to Miss Emma Booth of Carrollton, a native of Ohio, and daughter of Orville Booth of Wayne county, Iowa. They have two children living: Leslie L. and Laura V. Mr. Lemons is a member of Oriental Lodge, A. K. M. C.

Aaron Levy

born In Riedseltz, Elsass, Germany; son of Lehman and Esther Levy. Aaron came to America in 1868, locating in Carrollton, Carroll county, Missouri, and was engaged as salesman soon after his arrival in the store of Baum & David. In 1880 he was admitted as a partner in the firm of Baum, David & Co., one of the leading dry goods houses in this part of the state, and one that would do credit to a much larger city. Mr. Levy was married May 8, 1881, to Miss Clara David of Chicago, a native of, Germany. Mr. Levy is a member of the Oriental Lodge, A. K. M. C.

J. A. Lindsay

born May 4th, 1836, in St. Charles county, Mo. His father was a Scotchman by birth, but came to America, at an early age, and settled in Missouri. His mother was a native of Pennsylvania. Mr. Lindsay remained in St. Charles county, engaged in the avocation of farming, until he accumulated fine property on the bottom lands, when he sold out, and removed to Carroll county. Mo., and purchased what is known as the Jesse Tull farm, three miles north of Carrollton. He has since added to this purchase, and now owns 500 acres of choice land. Mr. Lindsay deals extensively in live stock, and keeps nearly all of his land in pasturage and meadows. He was married in 1861, to Miss Mary L. Cunningham, sister of Judge Cunningham, of the Probate Court of Carroll county. Thev have two children living, one of whom is fifteen years old and as helpless as an infant, and has been an invalid frorri the day of his birth.

born August 17th, 1845, in Independence, Arkansas, son of E. S. and Catherine E. McGuire, natives of North Carolina and Virginia. Thomas came to Missouri when eight years old, and was raised by his uncle S. S.

Watson. He was educated at Jefferson College, Pa., and was admitted to the bar as practicing attorney, about Januar}"^ 1st, 1868, in which year he came to Carrollton,' and has ever since been engaged in the practice of his profession. During this time he has served ten or twelve years, as Magistrate of Carrollton Township, and is the present incumbent of that office. He was married in May, 1873, to Miss Virginia Austin, daughter of William W. Austin, one of the early settlers of Carroll county. They have one child, Leonora A.

born in 1833, in Robinson county, Tennessee. His parents were natives of North Carolina. Mr. McGee was raised on a farm. He became very successful as a farmer, and accumulated handsome property. In October;, 1879, he became engaged with C. W. Trotter in the Livery business, in which he still continues. He was married in 1857, to Miss Rebecca Williams, a native of Kentucky. They have three children living, Fannie, Minnie, and Augusta. Mr. and Mrs. McGee, are members of the Baptist Church.

Levi M. Mettler

born August 4th, 1850, in New Jersey. Son of Samuel and Allen Mettler natives of New Jersey. Levi left home when seven years old and worked at farming and various kinds of work until 13 years of age when he returned home and commenced learning the foundry business. After having served his apprenticeship of four years, he left home and spent the next five years in working at his trade, and running on the railroad. During that time he also learned telegraphy and had charge of the three shops at Cardington, Ohio, Greensburg Pa., and Middleport N. Y. In 1872 he began working for a car manufacturing company, in Adrain Michigan, and remained with the company for two years, after which time he worked in various places and spent one year at Evan's commercial college in Adrian Mich. He also worked at his trade for awhile in Kansas City and it was while here that parties from Carrollton became acquainted with him and induced him to locate in Carrollton in 1879. Since his arrival in Carrollton he has not only built new and extensive shops, but is doing a thriving business. Mr. Mettler was married April 18th, 1872 to Miss Mary E. Moore of Adrian Mich. They have four children: Jessie L., Clyde M., Byron L. and Haskell J.

William B. Minnis

born in 1830 in Howard county. Mo. He moved with his father to Carrollton when but 3 years old, and here he grew to manhood and has since resided. His father Thomas Minnis and his mother who was Pamela

Warren were natives of Tennessee. They moved to Howard county in 1820. In 1850 William B. went to California and remained one year. After his return he was engaged as salesman with R. G. Martin and has been constantly in the dry goods business ever since, a period of 29 years. He has always been a successful merchant and has acquired handsome property. He was married in 1860 to Miss Lena Hulse of Howard county, Missouri. They have four children, all living, names are: Edward, Kector B., Luther and Katie. Mr. Minnis and wife are both members of die M. E. church. He acted as county Treasurer for four years during the war, when to hold such a position was considered hazardous. He served one term without filing any bond. At one time he carried $40,000 in his saddle bags on horseback to Chillicothe and there expressed it to St. Louis; otherwise it would have been lost during the time that raids were so common in this section of the country. He is now a member of the firm of Painter, Minnis and Shahklin, Carrollton, Missouri.

Rev. John D. Murphy

born in 1835, in Franklin county, Missouri. Son of William and Isabella (Williams) Murphy. Mr. Murphy was licensed to preach in 1853. He was on missionary work in his native county for five years. In 1859 he removed to Saline count}'^ and was pastor of the Zoar church, at Jonesboro for seven years. After the war he went to Rocheport, Boone county, and was pastor of the Walnut church for six years. He moved to Audrain county in 1870 and had charge of the Mexico Baptist church for five years. He removed to Texas in 1875, on account of his son's health and remained two years. He returned in 1878 to Missouri and took charge of the Carrollton Baptist church, of which he is still the highly esteemed pastor. Mr. Murphy is also a member of the Masonic fraternity, Knights Templar and Knights of Honor. He was married in 1858 to Miss Calpumia Rogers, daughter of Russell Rogers a native of Virginia. To this union were bom three children, two of whom still live - -Fannie H. and Harper C.

Thomas Orchard

born in 1830 in Cornwall, England. He is the seventh son of Thomas . and Elizabeth Orchard who emigrated from England to Cleveland, Ohio. Mr Orchard's father died one month after landing in this country. Soon after his father's death he with his mother and the lamily. moved to Toronto, Canada, and settled in the county of Gray. Here he grew to manhood and engaged in mercantile pursuits in the town of Paisley, where he was made justice of thfe peace and postmaster for sixteen years. He also furnished means to run a foundry and woolen factory. It was here in. hjs various pursuits that be so rapidly amassed a handsome fortune. In 1 849 he came to Carrollton and opened the store in which he is at present engaged in selling goods, He is doing an extensive business; he owns a farm of three hundred acres of land besides a beutiful residence in town, with twenty acres of land in the suburbs, a vineyard of three acres, and considerable other property. He has been a member of the school board for six or seven years and has been alderman of the town. He was married November 13, 1850 to Miss Christina Brown, a native of Scotland. They have eleven children all living - Christina, (the wife of T. T. Luscomb,) Elizabeth, (wife of G. W. Stebbins,) Jennie, Mary, Maggie, (wife of Lewis Trotter,) Agnes, Robert, Anna and Thomas. Mr. Orchard is an elder in the Presbyterian church; his wife is a member of the same church.

S A Muel L. . Painter

born in Virginia where he grew to manhood. In 1857 he moved to Carrollton. He is the oldest son of Abram and Mary Painter, natives of Virginia. When Mr. Painter first came to Carrollton he engaged in the dry-goods trade, the firm then being Shanklin & Painter. They continued together until 1862, when they closed on account of the war. He was engaged in the tobacco business for two years and spent one year in Illinois. In 1865 he went to Saline county and remained until 1870, when he returned to Carrollton and was with L. B. Ely & Bro. until 1876, when the firm of Painter, Minnis & Shanklin was organized and he has been a member of that firm ever since. He was married in 1860 to Miss Sallie A. Rock, of Carrollton. They have one child living, Willie R., who is assayer and engineer at Gold Park, Colorado. Mr Painter has two^children deceased. His wife-died in Saline county in 1869.

Aaron Quick

born in 1835 in St. Louis county. Mo. He,is the second child of Jacob E. and Sophia Quick. His grandfather, Aaron Quick, was a native of Maryland, and moved to St. Louis county. Mo., in about 1802 in company with Daniel Boone. Aaron, the subject of this sketch, was raised principally in Linn county. Mo. When seventeen years old he wasenaged as a clerk at Linneus, Mo. In 1855 he went to Laclede and clerked for four years. In 1863 he traveled for a wholesale dry'-goods house, in Quincy, 111. In 1865 he returned to Linneus and went into partnership with a Mr. Birford. They moved to Jackson, Tenn., in 1867 and were engaged in business together ;inl868 Mr. Quick traveled for ashort.whilefor a St. Louis house. He ' moved to Carrollton in the fall of 1868 and engaged in the grocery business, and has since remained in this place. In December, 1855 he married Miss Elizabeth McPherson, of Mason county, Missouri, a native of Ralls county. Mo. They have two children, William E. and Eugene M. They born November 23, 1849 in Saline county, Mo., son of Richard H. Quisenberry, native of Richmond, Va. Leonidas attended the Kirksville normal school and afterwards . attended the Jones' commercial college in 1873. He studied law with Hale & Eads of Carrollton, Mo., and was admitted to the bar in 1874; he continued with Hale & Eads until 1876; he then practiced law until 1879, when he and L. A. Holliday formed a partnership. He is also engaged in the abstract business. Mr. Quisenberry was married April 23, 1879 to Miss Anna M. Ray, daughter of Judge R. D. Ray, judge of the supreme court.

Judge Edmund J. Rea

born August 6, 1802, in Henry county, Virginia. He was raised in the county of his birth. In 1837, he moved to Carloll county, Missouri, this being soon after the county was organized, and engaged in farming and dealing in stock. In 1838 he was elected judge of the county court, and served until 1846. He was married in 1829, to Miss Parmelia J. Clinkscales, a native of Amherst county, Virginia, who was born August 25, 1810, and is still living on the old homestead, where she and her husband settled in 1837. Judge Rea died in June, 1855. They had eight children born to them: James M., Joseph H., Mary A., Peter H., Edmund J., Robert D., Nancy J., and John H. James M. and Nancy J. are deceased. Judge Rea owned a large tract of land in Carroll county, and was a man who- was highly esteemed by, all, and posses.sed the confidence of the entire community.

Edmund J. Rea

born in 1842, in Carroll county. He is the fourth child of Judge Edmund J. and Parmelia J. Rea. The subject of this sketch was raised in Carroll county, and educated in Carrollton. In 1859-60 he sold goods in Lexington, Missouri. In 1865 he went to Montana, and spent one or two years, and then returned to Carrollton, and went into the tobacco trade, in which business he is still interested, although, since 1870, he has given his personal attention to the banking business.' He is at present cashier of the Exchange Bank of Carrollton. Mr. Rea owns a small farm near Carrollton. He was married in 1868, to Theodocia Martin, a native of Carroll county. They have three children living: Minnie J. Robert M., and Kittie M.

Elsbury W. Reynolds

born April 5, 1817, in Queen Anne county, Maryland. Son of James B. and. Eliza Reynolds, natives of Maryland. Elsbury was raised on a farm, and with the exception of a short time that he was engaged in the mercantile and hotel business, he has followed farming all his life. He was raised in Fayette county, Indiana, and married his first wife there. In 1841 he moved to Iowa, and remained until after the war, in 1865 he moved to Carroll county, Missouri, where he has since resided. He owns at present about 400 acres of improved land, three miles from town, and handsome property in the town of Carrollton. - Mr. Reynolds was married, August 10, 1837, to Miss Sarah A. Berkley, of Kentucky. Seven children were born to this union: James H., George J., Ezra M., Hannah (wife of John Pewthers), Martha J. (wife of James McCall), Amanda (wife of Ray Ingram), and Minnie (wife of Henry Reynolds). Mrs. Reynolds died May 23, 1856, and Mr. Reynolds was again married August 9, 1857, to Miss M. C. Smock, of Indiana. They are the parents of six children: Ettie (wife of John Ingram), Oma, Mac, Hattie, Elsbury, and Eva. Mr. Elsbury's two oldest sons, James H. and George J., were soldiers in the union army of the late war, in company D, 15th Iowa infantry. George J. was wounded in one arm, and taken prisoner at the battle of Atlanta, but soon escaped, and, in going back to his regiment, found Gen. McPherson in a dying condition. He remained by him until he died, and rescued his body, for which he received a gold medal, with the general's name on one side and his own on the other, which treasure he still keeps.

George J. Reynolds

was born in Fayette county, Indiana, April 11,1841. His father, E.W. Reynolds, removed to Davis county, Iowa, when he (George) was but a few months old. It was here that he was reared and educated. At the outbreak of the civil war he enlisted at Ottumwa, January 31, 1862, in the 15th Iowa infantry, and served in the army of the Tennessee during the war. He was in most of the engagements of the west - Shiloh, Corinth, luka, second battle of Corinth, Kennesaw Mountain, Nigger Jack, and Atlanta. Mr. Reynolds distinguished himself at Atlanta, by his brave efforts in recovering the body of Gen. J. B. McPherson, who was killed there July^ 22, 1864. He was with McPherson when he breathed his last and though severely wounded in the arm, he secured an ambulance and removed McPherson's body from the battle ground. For this act Mr. Reynolds received the thanks of the commanding officers, and was presented with a gold medal. He also received a certificate given under the order of Gen. Frank P. Blair, and presented by Gen. Belknap. The following is the copy of the order: " General order No. 8. During the bloody battle of the 22d inst., in which this corps was engaged, Private George J. Reynolds, company D, 15th Iowa infantry volunteers, was, while in the performance of his duty on the skirmish line, severely wounded in the arm ; in attempting to evade capture, he came to the spot where the late beloved and gallant commander of this army, Maj.- Gen. McPherson was lying mortally wounded. Forgetting all consideration of self, Private Reynolds clung to his old commander, and amid the roar of battle and storm of bullets, administered to the wants of his gallant chieftain, quenching his dying thirst, and affording him such comfort as lay in his power. After Gen. McPherson had breathed his last, Private Reynolds was chiefly instrumental in securing his body, going with two of his staff officers, pointing out the bod}^ and assisting in putting it in an ambulance, under a heavy fire from the enemy, while his wound was still uncared for. The noble and devoted conduct of this soldier cannot be too highly praised, and is commended to the consideration of the officers and men of. this command." Mr. Reynolds was mustered out of service upon a special order from the war department. He was married September 25, 1873, to Miss Harriet E. Gibbs, daughter of S. V. Gibbs. Mr. Reynolds is at present residing in Carrollton township, Carroll county, Missouri, and has a comfortable home and receives a pension from the government. He has two children living.

Solomon Rosenstock

was born in 1858, in Frederick City, Maryland. Son of Joseph and Attlehite (Levistein) Rosenstock, natives of Germany. Solomon was raised in Frederick City, and completed his education in the high school at Portsmouth, Ohio. In 1877 he went to Missouri, and clerked for his brother in Huntsville, for a short while, and then removed to Carrollton, and after clerking for two years, was admitted as a partner, with his brother-in-law, K. Birkenwald, in the clothing and dry goods business. They have a large and elegant store filled with everything usually found in a first-class clothing and dry goods store. Mr. Rosenstock is a member of the I. O. 0. F. and Knights of Pythias.

Joseph L. Roy

was born in 1838, in Cabell county. West Virginia. Son of Henry B. and Mary M. (Segar) Roy, natives of Virginia, who immigrated to Carroll connty, Missouri, in 1840. In 1857 Joseph began clerking in Carrollton, and in 1863 he engaged in the mercantile business for himself, which he followed until 1870, when he embarked in the lumber trade. In 1878 he formed a partnership with Wm. F. Creel and opened an extensive lumber yard. He was married October 17, 1867, to Miss Mary C. Benton, of

Lafayette county, Missouri, a native of Kentucky, and daughter of Levi Benton. They have four children living: Harry B., Hattie L., William, and Wiley. Mr. Roy is a member of the Baptist church, and his wife of the Christian church.

Henry A. Saeger

born in 1852, in St. Louis, Missouri. Son of Henry and Caroline Saeger, natives of Hanover, Germany. His father has been a teacher in St. Louis for about fifty years. Henry was raised and educated in St. Louis. In 1867 he engaged with a wholesale harness house in St. Louis, and remained with it until 1879, when he removed to Carrollton, Missouri, and opened the shop which he now owns. He carries a large stock of harness and saddlery, and has four men constantly employed in his shop. ,Mr. Saeger was married in 1879 to Miss Lidia Cramer, daughter of William Cramer, of St. Louis.

Charles A. Scott

born in 1844, in Crawford county, Indiana. Son of Calvin and Sarah A. Scott, natives of Virginia. His father died in 1857, and his mother now lives with her son in Carrollton. Charles was raised on a farm. He came to Dewitt, Carroll county, Missouri, in 1866, and was engaged there in buying and shipping grain until 1869, when he removed to Batts ville. Carroll county, and engaged in merchandising until - 1872. In that year he came to Carrolton and opened a grocery store, and is still engaged in the grocery business. In 1878 he, in connection with James F. Lawton, purchased what is known as. the " Moss Creek " mill, and in 1880 he, in partnership with Lewis Blakely, bought the Wakanda mill, five miles east of Carrollton. It is run by both water and steam. Mr. Scott was married in June, 1867, to Miss Sarah A. Winfree, daughter of Charles Winfree, one of the early settlers of Carroll county, a native of Virginia. They have five children living: Lula, Lewis A., Stella, Charles A. and Herbert. Mr. Scott owns, in addition to his grocery store in Carrollton and an interest in the Wakanda mill, a store in Wakanda, a half interest in a store in Keytesville, (name of firm, C. A. Scott & Co.), and a farm of 600 acres in Carroll county', and is also engaged in feeding cattle, usually feeding about 100 head of cattle and 200 head of hogs'per year. Mr. Scott is a member of the Masonic Fraternity.

James W. Sebree

born in 1844, in Scott county, Kentucky. Son of Wesley and Malvina Sebree, natives of Kentucky. James was educated in Frankfort, Kentucky. After completing his collegiate course, he began to study law under the Hon. Thomas W. Linsey and Gen. D. W. Linsey of Frankfort,

Kentucky. In June, 1869, he graduated at Transyvania University, and in the fall of the same year he removed to Carrollton, Mo., and engaged in the practice of law, in which he has been eminently successful. Mr. Sebree was married September 29, 1868, to Miss W. R. Black, daughter of Yates Black, of Scott county, Kentucky. They are the parents of three children: Julia H., Lilian P. and Mary "Centennial." Mr. Sebree and wife are members of the Baptist church. Mrs. Sebree is a graduate of the William Castle Female Seminary, of Georgetown, Kentucky.

Wesley D. Shanklin

born November 27, 1827, in Montgomery county, Virginia, where he grew to manhood. He is the youngest of nine children of Samuel and Jennie Shanklin, native Virginians. Wesley D. Shanklin came to Carrollton in the fall of 1857, and has since made his home here, being engaged in the drygoods business constantly, except a few years during the war. The firm of Painter, Minnis & Shanklin, of which he is a member, carry a large and complete stock of goods, a stock, in fact, that would do credit to a much larger city. Their store house is a fine large brick on the northeast corner of square, under the City Opera Hall. Mr. Shanklin was married February' 19, 1861, to Miss Lockie A. Arnold, of Carroll county. They have three children: William A., Fannie and Arnold. Mr. Shanklin and wife. are mernbers of the Baptist church.

William Silas Shirley

born December 26, 1843, in Carroll county, where he grew to manhood, and lived here until the beginning of the late war. In 1862, he enlisted in the federal army, company K, 23d Missouri regiment infanti^. He enlisted as a private and was mustered out as 1st lieutenant, July 1865, having served about 33 months. He was in the battle of Jonesborough and with Sherman on his march to the sea. After returning home hie was salesman and bookkeeper for Baum & David of Carrollton, for several years. In 1873, he was appointed deputy ^circuit clerk, and served in this capacity until the fall uf 1878, whemhe was elected circuit clerk. He is now serving out his term. Mr. Shirley was married February 16, 1879, to Lucy. Folger, a native of Carrollton, and a daughter of Dr. G. W. Folger, deceased, one of the first settlers of Carroll county. Mr. Shirley is a man who enjoys the confidence and respect of all who know him.

George R. Starnes

born in 1851, in Coffee county, Tennessee; son of James M. and Jane Starnes, natives of Tennessee. George came to Carroll county, Missouri, in 1859, and after becoming of age he engaged in farming, which pursuit followed for four years, and then moved in to Carrollton, where he engaged in the transfer business, handling stock at the same time. In 1879 he, in partnership with A. M. Perkins, purchased a livery stable in Carrollton and was connected with it for two" years. In the mean time he visited Texas, where he remained but a short time. He is at present engaged in buying and selling horses and mules. Mr. Starnes was married in 1871, to Miss Mary L. Gentry, of Carroll county. They have one child, Sonora Gertrude, born December 9, 1873. Mr. and Mrs. Starnes are members of the M. E. church, south.

Winfield S. Timmons

Mr. Timmons was born in Pickaway county, Ohio; son of Jackson and Elizabeth Timmons, natives of Ohio. Winfield was raised on a farm and educated in Carrollton, Missouri, and at the state university at Columbia, graduating from there in the college course in the class of 1875, and in 1878 from, the same institution in the law department. After returning from school he was engaged in the probate judge's office until Jan. 1881, when he formed a partnership with Charles R. Patterson, Opened a law office in Carrollton, where they are engaged in the practice of their profession, and are meeting with good success.

Calvin W. Trotter

born July 27, 1842, in Carroll county, Mo. He is the second child of Judge James Trotter. Calvin W. was raised a farmer. In 1863 he went to California and remained 3 years. After he returned he was engaged in farming until 1872, when he became engaged in the livery business. He is ai,member of the I. O. O. F. He was married in 1868 to Miss Mattie F. Gentry, of Texas. They have three childred living: E. A., James F., and Lilia.

Dr. Littleton. Tull

Dr. Tull was born February 7, 1821, in Nicholas county, Kentucky. His father, John Tull, with his family, emigrated to Carroll county, Missouri, in 1836, settling near Carrollton, in whicli town the subject of this sketch has since resided. He is a graduate of the medical department of the state university. He commenced the practice of medicine in 1848, and has practiced continually since. He is the oldest practicing physician in the town. He was married in 1852 to Miss Ruth Clinkscales, a native of Virginia. Dr. Tull and wife are members of the Christian church.

George Thomas

bom in June, 1838, in Carroll county, Missouri. He is a son of Rudolph M. and Mary Thomas, who located in Carroll county in 1835. George was raised and educated in Carroll county. After he arrived at man- hood he learned the carpenter's trade. He was engaged in the grocery business from 1865 to- 1879, when he took charge of the county collector's office, having been elected the fall previous. He was re-elected in the fall of 1880, andJs at present serving out his second term. He was married in 1866 to Miss Emma Hostetter, of Carroll county. They have three children living - Rollie G., Herman W. and Hattie M. Mr. Thomas and wife are members of the M. E. church. He is a member of the masonic fraternity, and his wife is a member of the Vesper Chapter, order of the Eastern Star.

Dr. William A. Tull

bom December 20, 1831, in Nicholas county, Kentucky. He is a son of Jesse and Lucretia Tull, natives of Kentucky. He was raised in Missouri, and educated in Carrollton seminary. In 1858 he began the study of medicine by reading under his uncle. Dr. L. Tull, of Carrollton. He graduated in 1860 at the McDowell medical college, of St. Louis, and commenced practicing immediately after, and now has a good practice in Carrollton and vicinity. He was married in January, 1861, to. Miss Harriet F. Newman, of Carroll county, a native of Kentucky. Dr. Tull and wife are members of the Catholic church.

Dr. Edward A. Waggener

born in 1844 in Greene county, Kentucky. He is a son of Thomas M. and. Mary P. Waggener. Dr. Waggener was raised on a farm. At the age of seventeen, and in the year of 1861, he entered the confederate army under Breckenridge's command, as drummer boy. At the battle of Shiloh he shouldered his gun and was captured. After having been paroled he re-entered the army, joining Morgan's command, and served until captured on a raid into Ohio. He was then kept prisoner until the close of the war. After the war was over he spent two years as bookkeeper in Louisville, Kentucky, and commenced the study of medicine. He attended the medical university at Louisville, and graduated in 1871. He afterward attended the Bellevue medical college of New York city, and graduated there in 1873. He then took a special course in the Bellevue hospital. He has practiced with good success in Bowling Green and Mumfordsville, Kentucky. Since he has been in Carrollton he has had an extensive practice, and is giving special attention to surgery. He is a member of the I. O. O. F., and the A. O. U. W., and the Knights of Honor. He W'as married January 20, 1874, to Miss Bettie L. Brown, a native of Kentucky. They have two children - Kate C. and Hugh B.

William Standley

son of James and fjrandson of John Standley, one of the first settlers of the county^ was born January 29th, 1822, in .what is now the corporate limits of Carrollton. Mr. Standley's mother dying when he was but five days old, he was taken by his grandfather, who raised him until he was fifteen years old. He then went about two miles east of town, and in 1848 went to the bottom. At early life he engaged in farming, his principal crop being hemp. He also in early life commenced raising stock, continuing this vocation until 1863, except stock raising which he quit in 1857. Since the war his principal crop is corn and the smaller grains, and feeding and shipping stock, being one of the heaviest stock dealers in the county. In March, 1845, he married Miss Sarah Maggard, by whom there are six children living, namely, John H., James H., May, B. Y., P. B., and Robt. Lee. Mr. Standley's schooling was confined to the liniited facilities of frontier life, being one of the very few, if not the only pupil living of a school taught by Mrs. Folger, afterwards graduating under Henry B. Roy. In 1850 Mr. Standley went to California, remaining about eighteen months. He is a gentleman of sound practical sense, a shrewd trader, and has by industry' acquired a large landed estate in and around Carrollton, the county seat, near where he resides on one of the finest of the many fine farms in the Wakanda bottoms.

Jesse Morrow

son of Jesse and Lucinda Morrow, was born in Logan county, Kentucky, on the 27th day of October, A. D., 1839, and is therefore in the 42d year of his age. He left his native state in 1855, and came direct to this state arriving in Carroll county in the summer of that year. In 1860 he commenced butchering and with the exception of about four months he spent in the army, he followed that vocation until the close of the war. On the 18th day of January, 1861, he married Miss Charlotte Brock, by whom there were two children, only one of whom survives, Emma. On the 10th of September, 1867, he again married, leading to the altar Miss Lovinia Runnels, no children blessing this second union. Losing both his former wives, he again formed a matrimonial alliance with Miss Ophelia Miles on the 11th day of June, 1874, which alliance up to the present time has not been blessed with issue. In the spring of 1867, Capt. Roberts, then Sherift of the county, appointed Mr. Morrow acting deputy sheriff*, which position he held under Roberts, Wm. Goodson, J. W. Clinkscales, G. L. Winfrey, and is still holding under the present sheriff', Mr. John Campbell, a period of over fourteen years. This extended term is an evidence of the abilit}' and honesty of Mr. Morrow. Mr. Morrow is a consistent member and a trustee of the second Baptist church, Carrollton.

born in Fulton county, Ills.,. March 8th, 1835. He is a son of Thomas and Mary A. Benson, natives of North Carolina and Tennessee. Albert remained at home until twenty-one years of age; his education was as good as could be obtained from common schools. In 1857 he went to California, and was employed as overseer of a ranche until 1860, when he returned to New York and finally located near Quincy, Ills., and commenced farming; he was married February 18th, 1861, to Miss Nancy J. Woollames, of Pike county. Ills. They moved to Carroll county. Mo., in 1869, and have since made their home in this county. They have nine children living: Mary E., Charles A., Julia A., James A., John P., Lettie G., William M., Minnie M. and Della R. Mr. Benson owns 70 acres of good land, on which is a fine orchard and other improvements; he takes delight in raising fine horses and all kinds of fine live stock.

Addison Botts

born Sept. 23d, 1822, in Boone county, Ky. He is a son of William and Catharine Botts, natives of Virginia, and early pioneer settlers of Kentucky. Addison received only a common school education. At the age of twenty years he was married to Miss Martha A, Warden, of Howard county. Mo. Mr. Botts remained in Howard county for two years after their marriage and then moved to Saline county. After living there for fifteen years he moved to Carroll county; this was in 1860, and he has since made his home in this county. Mr. and. Mrs. Botts are the parents of eleven children living: Mary E. (wife of G. W. Smith), Sarah E. (wife of Cyrus T. Louis), John W., Tabitha C. (wife of Wm. Busnell), Thomas M., Susan J. (wife of T. F. Hay), Robert H., Martha A. (wife of James Elder), Emma F., Luella B. and Adda L. Robert H., is the inventor of the Invincible washing machine. Mr. Botts and family are members of the Missionary. Baptist Church.

Jacob J. Block

born October 1st, 1852, in Russia. He is a son of Marcus and Basha Block, natives of Russia-Poland. At the age of fourteen years Jacob J., left his father's home and went to England, and followed the painter's and glazier's trade; he left England in 1869, on board the steamship Moravia, of the Cunard line, and landed in America, July 1st, 1869; he worked on a farm for a short while after landing* in this country, but soon managed to save enough to buy him enough notions to fill his "pack," and commenced peddling through the country. In June, 1871, he went to Den- ver and clerked for his brother, Simon Block, for three years. He was afterwards a partner of Charles Baldwin's, in the mercantile business in Denver, Col.; he came to Carroll county, Mo., and married Mrs. Mary F. Dodson, widow of Robert Dodson, in August, 1875. Mrs. Dodson had two children when he married her; three children have been born to Mr. Block's marriage, Samuel J., Ida and Eva. Mr. Block's step-children are named Elizabeth U. and John W. Dodson.

Moses M. Block

was born in Russia, October 3d, 1850; a son of Marcus and Basha C. Block, natives of Russia-Poland. Moses M., left his home when fifteen years old and went to Paris, France, where he obtained a clerkship. In 1866 he started on board a vessel from Havre for America, and landed in this country the 15th day of April. He came west to Illinois, stopped at La Harpe a short time, and then went to Quincy and fitted out a 'pack' of notions and peddled them through the state; he continued peddling in the states of Illinois and Missouri until 1867, when he visited Denver, and returned to Missouri in 1870, and located in Mandeville; here he and his brother. Wolf Block, were engaged in the dry goods business; in 1874 he opened a store five and one-half miles south-west of Mandeville, at a place called Cross Lanes. The year following he sold out his stock of goods to his brother, and went in his brother's store as clerk. In 1875 he went to Philadelphia and attended a course of lectures at the Jefferson Medical College. In 1876 he opened a drug store in Mandeville, and is still engaged in business there. He was married to Miss Mary A. Harford. May 4th, 1881; her parents are natives of Kentucky. Mr. Block was made a mason in 1874, and has filled various positions in the lodge; he is also a member of Independent Order of Good Templars.

Nathan E. Canaday

was born September 8, 1850, in Henry county, Indiana. He is the son of Charles C. and Jane Canaday, natives of Tennessee and Indiana. Nathan received a common school education, but made his principal study veterinary surgery. He studied in that branch under Prof. Dodd and Prof. Clark. In 1872 he was married to Miss Celia L. Glaze, daughter of Matthias and Elizabeth Glaze, natives of Tennessee. They are the parents of four children living: Henry E., Leora E., Martha J. and Matthias R. Mr. Canaday came to Carroll county in company with his parents in 1870. Mr. Canaday's home is on section 21, in Leslie township. He and wife are members of the Christian church.

George W. Collins

was born December 28, 1850, in Logan county, Illinois. He is the son of Joseph and Phebe Collins. His parents died when he was so young that he has no recollection of them. He lived with his sister when thirteen years old, and worked for Peter Buckles in McLean county, Illinois, until he was twenty-one years old. He was married to Miss Mary E. Wright, April 4, 1872. Mr. Collins worked on the farm in Illinois, until 1879, when he moved to Carroll county, Missouri. He at first rented, but soon bought him a home. He is a very hard working man. Since January, 1880, he has cleared off 15 acres of land that stood thick with brush and timber. He has four children: George W., Emma E., Phebe E. and Ella; was born February 21, 1816, in Hancock county, Georgia. He is a son of John and Sarah Cooper, natives of Virginia.' In 1836 he moved with his mother to Carroll county, Missouri. Alfred's chances for attending schools were few and he may be justly considered a self-educated man. He was married June 31, 1836, to Miss Micah Gentry, daughter of Robert and Guly Gentry, natives of Kentucky. Mr. Cooper's first marriage was blessed with ten children, nine of whom are living: John. W., Guly A., Francis M., Sarah J., deceased; Robert G., Alfred T., Reuben B., Abbott H., Micah E. and Parthenia S. Mrs. Cooper died in July, 1873, after an illness of phthisic, for many years. Mr. Cooper prepared himself for the ministry, by studying at the plow and by the light made by shellbark of hickory. He entered the ministry in 1846, and preached his first sermon at Stokes mound. He was married the second time, August 29, 1875, to. Mrs. Laura Braden, relict of Jeremiah Braden, and daughter of John and Hannah Harthcott, natives of Virginia. She was the mother of eight children when Mr. Cooper married 'her: Elizabeth F., George W., America, Malinda, Harriet E., Walter F., Charles H. and Emily A. Mr. Cooper owns seventy acres of land on which is a nice little home. It is located on section 2 of Leslie township. Mr. Cooper is a Cumberland Presbyterian, and is also a member of the masonic fraternity.

Francis N. Dodds

born October 8th, 1822 in Caldwell county, Kentucky. He is a son of Gilbert and Mary Dodds. When 3 years old his father emigrated to Sangamon county, Illinois. Here he grew to manhood and endured the hardships of pioneer life. In 1846 he was mustered into the U. S. service at Springfield to serve in the Mexican war, in company D. 4th Illinois volunteer infantr)^ under Col. fi. D. Baker. He was taken sick and only remained with his command 3 months, when he was discharged for dis- ability. In 1849 he went to California and worked in the mines for seven years, enduring many hardships. In 1856 he returned to his home in Illinois. Mi'. Dodds was married to Margaret E. Brady, December 9th, 1857. One child a daughter was born to this union. Mrs. Dodds died in 1866, when they were living in Kansas. Mr. Dodds was again married to Miss Mary C. Pedige, Nov. 6th, 1867. They have five children living, Chas. E., Mary A., Cora B., Sarah L. and Ira C. Mr. Dodds has a good home located on 150 acres of land in section 14 Leslie township. He and his wife are church members of the Cumberland Presbyterian church.

John A. Givens

born June 23d; 1854 in McDonough county, Illinois. Son of John B. and Martha E. Givens natives of Indiana. He commenced life for himself at the age of 19 having acquired only a limited education. His parents emigrated to Carroll county, Missouri, in 1865. In 1873 John A. went to Nevada and remained two years. He returned to Carroll county and was married February 18th, 1875, to Miss Susan L. Sharp, daughter of Thomas and Nancy J. Sharp, natives of Missouri and Tennessee. They are the parents of two children, James B. and Frederick. Mr. Givens made his second visit to Nevada in 1877 and remained two years. He now resides in Leslie township section 26.

Matthias H. Glaze

born March 2d, 1810, in Rutherford county, Tennessee. Son of John and Nancy Glaze, natives of Pennsylvania. He was raised on the farm and received a common school education. He was married August 7th, 1835, to Miss Elizabeth Hoover, daughter of Martin and Sarah Hoover. Mr. Glaze moved to Carroll county, Missouri, in 1836, and located 6 miles north-west of Carrollton. In 1844 he started to Texas but did not complete his trip. He returned to Carroll county and purchased ^ farm of 240 acres 8 miles west of Carrollton. Is now located in Leslie township in section 22, where he now resides. His farm consists of 380 acres of nearly all improved land. Mrs. Glaze died Sept. 4th 1876, leaving a family of six children living: William E., Reuben M., Doctor H., Celia A., Huldah E., and Matthias R. Mr. Glaze has six children dead. Mr. Glaze came to Carroll county in its pioneer days, when there were but 80 voters in the county, and the grand jury transacted its business under an oak tree that stood on the corner of the present square of Carrollton. He and his brother helped to raise the first house and built the 2d one in the county.

Perragran C. Hartis

born July 24th, 1829, in Macklenburg county> North Carolina. Son of John and Sarah Hartis. His father was killed by a crazy man when Perragran was but a year old. His mother married again and he lived with his stepfather until 15 years of age, and after that with his brother until he went out to gain a livelihood for himself. In October, 1852, he married Martha Grow, daughter of Jacob and Mary Grow, natives of Virginia. Mr. Hartis moved to Carroll county, Missouri, in 1852, and located in section 27, where he now lives. Mr. Hartis has 2 children living, John W., and Izora L. John W. is living at home and takes care of his parents in their old age. John was made a mason in August 1880 at the Mandeville Lodge No, 373 and is a master mason. He also belongs to the Good Templars of Mandeville Lodge No. 54.

Dr. Edward Hesse

born November 24, 1820, in Muehlhausen, in Saxony, Prussia. Son of Ernest and Anna M. Hesse. He attended the high schools of his native town, and then entered Madgeburgh Medical College, and completed the course when 21 years of age. Dr. Hesse entered the army as surgeon in 1841, and served eight years and seven months. He also attended the Berlin Medical College, and passed the examination for accaticher and chtnergus. In 1849 he commenced practicing in Uramendorp in Prussia. He was married January 27, 1850, to Miss Maria Dorothea John, native of Saxony. In 1853 he immigrated to America, landing in Baltimore, and soon after his arrival there, moved to Washington county, Wisconsin, and practiced medicine there for twelve years. He lived a while in Newburgh, Wisconsin, and in 1868 removed to Carroll county to devote his time to farming. Mr. Hesse's marriage was blessed with eight children: Edmond R., William E., Clara H., A. Olivia, Emma D., M. Clemintina, E. Egathe, and E. Emil. Mr. Hesse is a member of tke A. F. and A. M. and the I. O. O. F. He owns 160 acres of land in section 35, and has his place well improved. He is a brother of Herman Hesse who was colonel of the 2d Missouri cavalry, known as "Benton Hussars" in the union army:

William Brown

It is not alone among military heroes, nor in the cabinet, nor among the luminaries of literature, of science, or of art, that we are to look for great and ^ood men. There is another and larger class of citizens, not so dazzling to be sure, whose fame is indeed circumscribed; who have never been renowned for achievements in war, nor for eloquence, learning or statesmanship, but who are nevertheless entitled to grateful recognition for the parts they have taken in sustaining and promoting good society.

morals, religion, and the economy of government, and v^ho are' really more useful to the world than many whose, fame has extended far and wide. Such men as quietly pursue the various necessary vocations of life; who live honorably, discharge the duties of citizenship, and by liberality, Christian deportment, and individual, effort, contribute to the happiness of all. To this class belonged the subject of our* sketch. William Brown, son of Thomas B. and Elizabeth Brown, nee Allison, born October 6, A. D. 1809, in the state of South Carolina, and came to Missouri with his parents in the year 1829, and settled in the county of Ray near Richmond, where he lived several years, and on the 2d day of December, 1832, was married to Miss Sarah Ralph, daughter of Roland Ralph, which marriage was blessed with five sons and two daughters, towit: James H., who died in Oregon, John C., formerly sheriff of Raycounty, Missouri, now in the mercantile business in Richmond, Missouri, Isaac R., late clerk of the circuit court of Carroll county, now of the dry goods firm of Ely & Brown, Carrollton, Missouri, Thomas Brown, who died in infancy, Mary F., who died September 21, 1864, Sarah J., who married S. V. Endsley, of Ray county, Charles W., of the dry goods firm of Brown & Bro., Morton, Ray county. Mr. Brown began life as a poor boy, by energy and rigid economy he acquired a good and pleasant home surrounded by the comforts of life, where he devoted his time to farminff and raising stock. Forever enjoying the confidence, love and respect of his brethren and of the people, his high moral character, devotion to duty, gentlemanly bearing, and sterling worth as a member of spciety, challenge the respect and admiration of all. He professed faith in Christ in the early part of his life and joined the regular Baptist church, and lived a consistent life as a Christian professor, until the day of his death, ..October 6, 1879. He was ready to meet the summons and sank to sleep firm in the belief of a future full of peace. His memory will linger with us, while we appreciate sterling worth and chivalric manhood. His wife survives him and is living with her daughter, S. V. Endsly, in Ray county.

Richard T. Holliday

bom in Shelby county. Mo., July 19th, 1840. He is the son of E. and E. A. Holliday, natives of West Virginia. Richard had fair advantages for obtaining an education. He attended the Shelby High School for several years. In 1877 he went to Chariton county, where he married to Miss Eliza A. Allega, on Sept. 28, 1871, who died February 21, 1872. While in Chariton county, Mr. Holliday was engaged in farming and teaching. In 1877, he went to Clinton, Henry county, and became engaged in the mercantile business with Mr. Vandever. In 1879 he made a short -visit to Idaho, and upon his return located in Chariton county. Mr. .Holliday was married the second time on the 2.5th of April, 1880, to Miss

Minnie S. Powers, daughter of Dr. Chas. W. and Alice Powers. Mr. Holliday is at present engaged in selling drugs and general merchandise in Mandeville, Carroll county, Mo.

William G. Hood

born Nov. 7th, 1826, in Blount county, Tennessee, son of John and Sarah Hood, natives of Tennessee and Pennsylvania. At 22 years of age he commenced learning the trade of manufacturing edge tools. He was soori taken in as a partner and kept at the business for six years. He was married, Dec. 15, 1854, to Miss Eleanor Hill, daughter of Nodding and Ruth Hill. Her father served with distinction under Commodore Perry, of Lake Erie fame. In 1857, Mr. Hood emigrated to Carroll county. Mo., and located in Mandeville, where he followed blacksmithing for three 3'ears and then moved on the farm in section 29. He owns 178 acres of fine land and Is making farming a success. He has six children; John W., James M., Ruth E., (wife of G. M. Tape), Huston P., Mary T., and William H. Mr. Hood and wife are members of the Cumberland Presbyterian church. He is a member of the Masonic fraternity, Mastin Lodge, No. 373, at Mandeville, and has filled various offices in the township.

Thomas F. Hoy

born July 23d, 1849; in Livingston county;^ Mo.; son of Thomas -and Elizabeth Hoy, natives of Kentucky. Thomas F. had a poor chance for attending school, hence his education is limited. He was married, Dec. 29, 1879, to Miss Susan J. Botts, daughter of Addison and Martha A. Botts, a native of Saline county. They have two children, Mary A. and Florence. Mr. Hoy is now engaged in selling the Invincible washing machine of which Robert H. Botts is inventor. Mr. Hoy belongs to the I. O. O. F. lodge. No. 391, Coloma, and he and wife are members of the Missionary Baptist church.

Esther E. Lilly

bom April 23d, 1833, in Wilson county, Tennessee, daughter of Henry R. and Susannah Brotherton, natives of North Carolina. She moved with her parents to Carroll county, Missouri, in 1851. When 21 years old she married F. T. Hardwick, Oct. 12, 1854. 'Mr. Hardwick was a widower with three children when she married him. One of them, Eliza F., wife of J. W. Moore, still lives. Mrs. Lilly's union with Mr. Hardwick was blessed' with three' children^ one living, Martha E., wife of D. F. Edwards. Mr. Hardwick died Dec. 2, 1862, and the subject of this sketch subsequently married Henry T. Lilly, a native of Illinois. They are the parents of two children living, Charles L. and Mary L. Mrs. Lilly is living in section 24 of Leslie township.

born Dec. 2, 1840, in Carroll county, Mo.; son of David and Elizabeth McWilliams, natives of Virginia. His parents came to Carroll county in 1842, and located in what is now known as Van Horn township., James

L. was raised on the farm, and he acquired a common school education. After he was 14 years old he started out in life for himself, and was engaged in teaching and farming. He was married May 10, 1874, to Miss Hattie E. Biswell, daughter of J. H. and Mary Biswell. They are the parents of three children living: Silvester E., Leslie R. and Minnie

M. Mr. McWilliams is a member of the Cumberland Presbyterian church, and the I. O.- O. F. Holds membership in Tabor, Iowa, Lodge, No. 199. His wife is a member of the Missionary Baptist church. Their farm is located in section 18, and is being well improved. He enlisted in the federal army and mention is made of his services in the soldiers' record of this book.

born April 26, 1827, in Kenton, formerly Campbell county, Kentucky. He is a son of John and Hester A. Mcllvoy. His father is a native of Ireland. William was raised in Covington, Kentucky, until 21 years old. He received a common school education, and commenced learning the carpenter's trade when of age. He emigrated to Missouri in 1848, and located near DeWiti, Carroll county. Mo. Here he married Miss Eliza J. Stears. To this union was born one c^ild, Wm. Thomas. Mr. Mcllvoy moved to Saline county in 1851. On August 10th he married Miss Amarinda Patterson, daughter of George W. and Elizabeth Patterson. While in Saline county, Mr. Mcllvoy worked at the carpenters trade In 1856 he located near Mandeville, and commenced farming, but soon gave up that occupation and returned to his trade. Mr. Mcllvoy's son by his first wife was killed by a horse in 1868. By his second marriage he has eight children living:* George D., John F., Lemileatta, Robert A., Mattie M., Kate E., Willie M., Alconso P., and Charles and Edward {twins).

born September 13, 1835, in Burksvillci Cumberland county, Ky. He is a son of Jacob and Martha L. Miller. At 14 years he began the study of medicine, but was attacked with a hemorrhage of the lungs, and was compelled to quit his studies and take a trip to Mexico for his health. He remained there about 2 years, and then went to Texas. In 1859, he came to Carroll counry, Mo. In 1861, March 15th, he was married to Miss Mary A. Miller. They were the parents of 3 children: Marshall C., Adelia H. and Mary E. In 1865 he moved to Oregon, there his wife died on the 18th of August, 1865. He returned to Missouri in 1869, and in 1870 was again married to Miss Lucy A. Sugg, October 27, 1870. They have one child living;'Mary T. Mr. Miller is located on section 15, in Leslie township, and owns 120 acres of land. In 1878 he moved with his family to Texas, but he found that Texas was not as suitable as Missouri for his health, and he returned with a view of remaining. Mr. and Mrs. Miller are members of the Christian church.

Judge Charles M. Minnis

born Jan. 28, 1818, in Blount county, Tennessee; son of Thomas andParmelia Minnis, natives of Tennessee. He was brought up on a farm, and his chances for obtaining an education were very poor. Mr. Minnis came with his parents to Howard county. Mo., in 1821, and in 1834 located ia Carroll county. On March 12, 1840 he was married to Miss Martha A. Caskey, daughter of John and Sarah Caskey. They were the parents of ten children living: Susan J., Sarah F., Thomas C., James D., John W., Mary B., Nancy E., Pamelia L., Eliza E. and Robert A. Mrs. Minnis died June 20, 1862, and Mr. Minnis was again married, January 17, 1864 to Miss Nancy M. Wooden, daughter of Isaac and Rebecca Wooden. To this second union were born eleven children, seven are now -living: Isaac W., George, Warren B., Annie M., Samuel N.» Marvin M. and Hugh M. Mr. Minnis lives in section 25, and has a 200 acre farm well improved. He has been justice of the county court for four years, is a member of the A. F. and A. M., and an influential man in his section of country.

John M. Mossbarger

born January 25th; 1852, in Grason county, Kentucky. He is the son of Eli and Elizabeth Mossbarger. His opjoortunities for acquiring an education were very poor. When eighteen years of age he commenced the drug business with Dr. Baird, as a partner. He continued in that business, but a short while, and then engaged in the lumber business, for one year. The next three or four years of his life were spent in clerking, in the town of-Mandeville. On March 16th, 1879, he was married to Miss D va A. Powers, daughter of Dr. Charles W. and Alice Powers. They are now residing in Mandeville, and are the parents of one child, Bertie Lee.

Zacchariah Myers

bom August 5th, 1807, in Washington county Kentucky. He is a son of Michael and Margaret Myers. Zacchariah was raised on a farm, and received a fair education. At 22 years of age he went to Indiana, and was engaged for a short while, in boating on the Ohio and Mississippi

Rivers. He was married to Miss Nancy Shirley, September 12th, 1832. They have one child living, John H., who was born in Crawford county, Ind., September 12th, 1834:. Mr. Myers moved to Carroll county. Mo., in 1841. Mrs. Myers died in 1858. His son John H., was married to Miss. Nancy A. Smith, April 5th, 1855. They are the parents of four children, living: Eliza J., Alonzo A., John P., and Charles B. John H. Meyers' wife died, June 10th, 1875. He has been Justice of the Peace, for three terms. He, like his father, is a member of the M. E. Church.

James Runion

born June 14th, 1811, in Clay county, Kentucky. He is a son of Abraham and Susannah Runion. James moved to Carroll county. Mo., at an early day locating in section 7 of Leslie Township. He moved to Arkansas in 1854, and remained until 1863, when he returned to Carroll county.: He was married to Miss Mary Morris, of Virginia parentage. They have five children living, Abraham, George W., Mark A., Edward V., and A. C. Elliott. Mr. Runion enlisted in the Federal army with Co. A, 3d Ark. Cavalry. He was engaged in the battle of Pea Ridge. He served but four months, when he was released on account of his age, and returned to Carroll county. His wife died in March, 1880. Mr. Runion ralates a great many interesting stories about his hunting experience in this county, at an early day.

William H. Smith

born February' 8, 1818, in Adair county, Tennessee. He is a son of William and Margaret E. Smith, natives of North Carolina. His parents were early settlers in Kentucky. William H. was raised on the farm, and had little or no chance to attend school. When twenty-two years' old he married Miss Susannah Walker, by whom he had eight children. She died in 1868. In 1843 he moved to Carroll county and settled on section 2 of Leslie township. " In 1860 he married Miss. Mary A. Burton. To this union were born four children. His second wife died June 28, 1870, and he was again married January 8, 1871, to Miss Charity A. Van Horn. By his third marriage he has two children. The names of his children living are; Margaret E., Mary J., James A., Sarah F., Benjamin C., Phebe A., Mariah S., John W., Martha C., Charles H. and Lula. Mr. Smith owns 270 acres of land, all well watered, and having two good orchards on it. He is a member of the Christian church, while his' wife is a member, of ' the . M. E. church south.

Nathan O. Stephenson

and at fourteen years of age started out for himself, and was employed upon the farm. He emigrated to Carroll county, Missouri, in 1877, run a saw mill for a short time, and then followed the carpenter's trade for three years. He was married January 1, 1879, to Miss Emily Braden, daughter of Jeremiah and Louisa Braden, natives of Kentucky. They have one child - Charles E. Mr. Stephenson has forty acres of good land, which is well improved.

Andrew J. Street

born in Higland county, Ohio, February 25, 1835. He is a son of John M. and Maria Street. His parents were among the early settlers of this county, and there being no educational facilities, he received but little education. In 1853 he was married to Mrs. Lucinda Fox, who had been married twice before marrying Mr. Street. She married Elisha Thomas, her first husband, April 16,1842. He died April 25, 1849. On August 10, 1849, she married Wm. Franks, and he departed this life January 8, 1852. She had four children when Mr. Street married her. He is the father of five children living - Nancy A., Mariah J., Dorsey M., Julia E. and Cornelia C. Mr. Street enlisted in the army, in company A, 65th regiment, M. S. M. He ranked as 1st lieutenant, and served until October, 1864, when he was paroled. He owns 910 acres of land, 500 acres of which is under cultivation.

Mrs. Mary Sugg

relict of Thomas Sugg, born July 30, 1816, in Henry county. North Carolina. She is a daughter of John and Jane Wagster, natives of North Carolina. Mrs. Sugg's grandfather came from England with Lord Cornwallis, and after arriving in AVnerica, he deserted the British flag, and served for seven years with the Americans. Mrs. Sugg's parents moved to Bedford county, Tennessee when she was but one year old. Here her parents died, and she was married, at the age of fifteen, to Thomas Sugg. They emigrated to Missouri, and located in Carroll county, in 1844. The farm consists of 180 acres of well-improved land, having a brick residence (one of the oldest in the county), a fine orchard, and other improvements. It is located in section 23. Mr. Sugg died June 2, 1874, and was buried in Harris cemetery, near Mandeville. He was an active and industrious nian. He came to Carroll county with scarcely any means, and managed to acquire fine property, and leave his family comfortably provided for. Thomas and Mary Sugg are the parents of seven children, living: Jemima A., (wife of Peter Condron), Lucy A. (wife of John Miller), Andrew J., Sarah F. (wife of Jas. M. Shride), Thomas C., Mary S., and David C. They have six children deceased. Mrs. Sugg is a member of the Christian Church.

Wm. O. P. Thomas

born in 1821, in A^air county, Kentucky. Son of Turpin and SalUe Thomas. William was raised- on a farm, and received a common school education. He came to Carroll county with, his parents, in 1835, where he has since lived, with the exception of two years he spent in California. Mr. Thomas was married, when tw'enty-seven years old, to Miss Josephine Fawks, of Chariton county, Missouri. She died in 1853, and in 1854 Mr. Thomas was married to Miss Amanda Shirley. He has seven children living. One of his daughters, Josephine, married Mr. Carl Walters, and is a resident of Carroll county.

Elias A. Trout

was born August 12, 1839, in Huntington county. New Jersey. Son of John and Mary Trout, natives of New Jersey. At the age of two years Elias came very near dying with scarlet fever, in fact was laid out and burial clothes were secured. He completed his education at Flemington high school in 1856, and has been engaged in teaching school the most of his time since. In 1863 he enlisted in company C, of the New Jersey volunteer infantry, under Capt. James Withington and Col. Grubb. He was discharged in September, 1864. Before locating in Carroll county, Missouri, Mr. Trout had lived, since his departure from New Jersey, in Ohio, Iowa, and in other parts of Missouri. He was married November 9, 1871, to Miss Jane Wilson, daughter of Isaac and Rebecca Wilson. They are the parents of four children living: Lillie B., Flora, Hayes C., and Jay B Mr. Trout cast his first vote for Lincoln in 1860. He is a republican, while his father was a democrat, a southern sympathizer, and a man of fine judgment. Mr. Trout and w'ife are members of the Methodist church.