Clinton County, Missouri - The whole text, 1881 (part 5 of 11)

farmer and stock raiser, section 27, post office Plattsburg, is a native of Tennessee, and was born August 9, 1830. At tfie age of five }-ears he emigrated, with his father's family, to ?kIissouri, settling in C!ay Count}-, where he was raised in the occupation he now follows. His father. J. \V. Reynolds, was an old pioneer of this district, and a man who has been closely identified with the progressive interests of Clay Count}-. The subject of this sketch has 160 acres of land, sixty-five of which are under cultivation. He has beeii twice married. First, to Miss Malinda Benton, by who he had two children. Mary F. and Laurinda J. Mrs. Reynold's death occured April 22. 1865, and he was again married. January 28, 1879. to Miss Mary A. T. Parvin. They have two cliildrcn, Cvnthia M. and an infi\nt.

Richard C. Rigg

farmer, section 29, post office I'lattsburL;, was born in Slielhy Count)-, Kenlucky, June J I, 1S29, and received a g<*»od Cfjninion luij^lisli education. After leaviniT his native place he emigrated to Missouri, locating in liuchanan County Xovcmhcr 21, i^.\^. |{e worked on a farm, and on tile 2ist of September, 1S62, enh\->ted in the army; was made commissary of the First Missouri regiment commanded by Col. Gates; was captured at \'icksburg and paroled. He remained in service until Gen. Lee surrendered and then returned to Ikichanan County and resumed the cultivation of his farm. In 1870, he removed to his present location. He was elected assessor in 1878, served until 1880 and was again elected to the same position. He wa.s also constable and school director for many years. Mr. R.igg owns 315 acres of improved land, with a good orchard and upon his land is a tine sulphur spring. In 1S50, he was married to Miss Nanc}- Taj-lor, a native of Anderson County, Kentucky. They were blessed with a family of eight children - Amanda J., Joseph C, Mary J., John C, Robert L., Lydia A., William A. and Lucy K., all of whom are living. Mr. R. is a Mn^on, a meniber of the A. O. U. \V., a Good Templar and belongs to the Grange. He is also a member of the Missionary Bapti>t Church.

George R. Rilev

was born at Plattsburg, Clinton County, ^Missouri, April 6, 1845. ^^^ was the fourth of a famil}- of seven children, five s-jns and two daughters. His father, Henr}- O. Rile\-, a native of X'irginia, mo\ed with hi.- parents, when two or three years of age, to Shelby County, Kentuck)-. He was among the early settlers of Cla)' County, and moved from Liberty to Clinton County i.n 1842. Here he continued to reside up to the period of his death, which occurred in 1864. The maiden name of his wife, the mother of the subject of this sketch, was Hannah Snapp. She was a native of Vincennes, Indiana. George R. Riley was educated in his native town. He begin his business career at the age of eighteen, as a clerk in the general store of Colonel Vance, in Plattsburg, in which position he continued three years, tie then engaged in the drug business, continuing till 1874. when he was elected to the office of County Clerk, which he now (1S81) holds, with the reputation of one of the most capable as well as most accommodating officials v.-ho ever filled that office in this or any other count}-. October. 1871. he married Miss Sallie Shoemaker, youngest daughter of Moses Slioemaker, of. Plattsburg. They have three children : Mar}-, born August, 1873 ; Georgie. born September, 1876'; and Horace, born Februar}- i, 1881. Politically Mr. Rilc}' has always been p. Democrat.

wool carder and owner of the Little I-'luur Mill, is a nati\'e of Penns\'lvania, and was born DecembVr 2'j. 1842. Fie was there partially raised, after which he came west, and for a time was a resident of Illinois. In 1SC2, he enlisted in Company A, of the First Nevada Cavalr)-, ami served in the United States army until Jul)- 12, 1866, when he was honorabl\' discharged. After tra\xliiv4 throuL,di the western countr\-, he soon became a resident of Platt>burL(, where he has since been identified with its business interests. He erected a \\)\\\ in close proximit\' to his present one, \\hich he subsequent!}- disposed of. The Little Flour Mill is well arrani^^ed and complete in all its appointments. As a wool carder, Mr. Robertson has but few equals in the west. He has attained a prominent position, and is known as the " lloss Carder." His bu.>incss entends man\- miles either wa\' from Plattsburg, and he is a public spirited, thorough going citizen. He married, in 1872. Miss Luella Brann, of Davis County. Iowa. Their fami!\- consists of two children. John and \'irgil. Mr. R. is a member of the Ancient Order of L'nited Wcrlrr^cn.

John Rvax

dealer in dry goods, groceries, notions, tinware, etc., is a native of Ireland, and was born in County Tipperary. in 1842. He came to America with his parents, when comp'arati\-eI\- }-oung, locating in St. Lawrence Count)-, New York, where his father, who was a shoe manufacturer, pursued his vocation, for a number of years. In 1S62, the subject of this sketch, tendered his service to the L^nion caused, and enlisted in the Kighty-third New York \'olunteer Infantry. He was taken prisoner at the Coal Harbor engagement, and after being an occupant of Libb\- for a time, was transferred to Anderson\"ille, and there confined nine months, when he was exchanged. He participated in thirt\--two engagements, and was honorably discharged, at the close of the rebellion. He returned to New York, and in 1866, came to Missouri, locating in Plattsburg. Pli^ resources were limited, and like many of our great and good men. of the present day, he commenced his business career, at the foot of the ladder, starting out as a pack peddler. He soon had a wagon on the road, from which he dealt his goods, and was kno^\-n for a number of \-ears throughout Clinton and adjoining counties, as " Cheap John." In 1877, he opened his present store, which is well stocked with dry goods, groceries, notions, etc. His trade is large, and on the increase. All enterprises for the advancement of the town and county, are sure to receive Mr Ryan's heart}- support. In 1861. he married Miss Julia Sullivan, an estimable lad}- of New York State. The}- have one daughter, P^annie. Mr. Rvan and familv are menibers of the Catholic Church.

Gkorgk Skll

proprietor of the Little Flour Mill, Tlattsburg, is a native of Pennsylvania, and was borji Jul)- 7, KS33. His fatiicr,- Daniel, was also a native of that- state, and one of its enterprising- farmers. Here young Georj^^e was reared and educated. He learned the niillinc; trade at McGill's Gap, and was there engaged in the business for several j-ears. In i8;4. he married Mi.>s Kli>:abeth Kci)hart, of that stat«;. The\- iia\t had ten children, eight of whom are living: Emma, Rajjliael, Laura, Charles. Horace, Leonard, Rosa and N. Vrcd ; lost two, Catherine and Samuel. In iS63,hc came West, locating in Plattsburg, and, for five }-ears, was in the employ of Mr. Shoemaker, as miller, and then, for one year, was engaged in agricultural pursuits. He afterwards returned, for a tinie, to Plattsburg; was engaged at milling in Lathrop and in Caldwell Coui:t\'. In 1879, took charge of t,he Little Mill, and has been doing a satisfactory and constantly increasing business. He is a practical miller, priding himself on the quality of his products.

J. F. Shepherd

farmer and stock-raiser, section 14, post office Plattsburg, was born in Washington County, Ohio, January 17, 1849, a-"d came to Missouri v.ith his father in 1S61, locating in Clinton County. Here he has since resided. He owned, and cultivated for a time, what is now known as the O'Connor farm, in Atchison Township. In March, 1S76, he located on his present farm, which consists of 320 acres of choice land. His residence is attractive and pleasantly located one-half mile from the corporate limits of Plattsburg. In point of stock-raising, Mr. S. is among the largest in the county. He is a genial gentleman, and popular with all who know him. In 1S73, ^liss Sarah E. Thomas became his wife. They have three children: Gail H., Coy J. and Daisie D.

farmer and stock raiser, section 15, post office Plattsburg, is a native o( Ohio, and was born in Carroll County, March 16. 1S50. He came to Clinton County with his father, in 1861. Here he was raised to man.- hood, and has since resided. In 1S72. Miss F. A. Gu}-er, daughter of Mr. Michael Guyer, became his wife. By this union they have had three children: Lena, Annie, and Georgie. He located on his present farm in 1868. The farm embraces 160 acres. His residence is situated on a gently raised eminence, a short distance west of Plattsburg, and is conceded by all to be one of the most desirable locations in the county. Mr. S. devotes his attention to the stock trade, in which he has been very successful.

farmer and stock-raiser, section 32, po^t office I'lattsbur;:, is one of the prominent farmers and most .Successful a;:,^riculturists in Clinton Count)-. He was born in Pennsylvania, January 3, 1S27. and lived there until eighteen ycr.rs of age. r.nd then accom[janied his parents to this state, settling in Platte Count}-. After residiiiL,^ there a few years he removed to this county and settled where he now lives. His farm consists of 200 acres, in ahigh state of cultivation, and his improvements are among the best in Northwestern Missouri, and he is a i,^ood illu'^tration of what an industrious man can accomplish by giving his time tu one subject and bending his energies in one direction. He was married April 13, 1854. to Margaret A. Young, a lady who has jjroved herself a most excellent manager of household affairs and her husband's best counsellor. They have six children living: John T., Annie K., George L., Harriet L., Emmet L. and Lanius. They are active members and libera! contributors of the German Baptist Church.

a prominent agriculturist and stock man. is a native of Pennsyl\-ania. and was born in Fayette Count}-, August 30, 1831. He came to Clinton County, with his parents, in 1846, his father, Isaac, being among the well known and representative early settlers. The subject of this sketch has since been a resident here, and has aided greatly in promoting the growth and development of this county. His landed estate consists of 434 acres, north of, and in close proximity to, Plattsburg. In point of fine stock raising and dealing, he is one of the largest in the county. He makes a specialty of fine horses, and in this important feature has done much toward advancing and bringing before the people superior animals. He is a member of the Short Horn Association, in which he takes a live interest. ?^Ir. S. is an energetic and indomitable worker, a good financier and a man of excellent judgment. In 18S0, Miss Fallen B. Heisler, a native of Ohio, became his wife.

proprietor of meat market, is a native of Bracken County, Kentucky. and was born November 17, 1844. His father. John H., was a native of that state, and his grandfather Reuben was from Virginia. R. C. spent his earlier days in tilling the soil, and in due time learned the carpenter and butcher trades. He v.as a resident of Kentucky until 1869. when he came to Missouri, locating in Plattsburg. Here he engaged in v.-orking at the carpenter trade, and for a time follov/ed railroad bridLre build- inc;. In the spring' of iSji.he established his presciU business, whicli, in point of patrona.;c, and as an excellent shop in all i)articulars. stands among the foremost, as Mr. S. gives the business his individual attention. }Ie is one of Clinton County's sub^tantial and worthy citizer.s. In 1876, he married Miss Mary K. Voung, a daughter of J. II. \'oung, of this county. They have two children : John Hampton and an infant, lie is a member of the M. E. Church South, and belongs to the Western Mutual Benefit Association, of West Virginia, an order in the fold of the M. E. Church South.

S. H. Smith

fanner and stock raiser, section 36, post office Plattsburg. is one of the many old settlers and progressive and successful farmers in this district. He is a native of Kentuck)-, v/as born December 30, 1822, and was there raised to manhood and educated. In 1837, he emigrated to this state, and settled in Ray Count}-, where he resided one year. He then moved to Platte County, where he remained three years, after which he removed to this comity, and settled where he now resides. He has 360 acres of land, most ot which is under cultivation. He was married December 22. 1846, to ?vliss Henrietta Arnold. They have four children: Jeptha D.^ Patrick H., Younger P. and Samuel M. Mr. and Mrs. S. are members of the Eirst Baptist Church. He and his v.-ife were originally members of the First Baptist Church of Plattsburg.

carpenter and builder, 'bridge building a specialty.) is a native of Barren Count}-. Kentucky, and v.-as born April 25. 1842. His father. Daniel, moved to Clinton Count}-, Missouri, with his fam.ily, in 1857, locating in Lafayette Township, where he engaged in agricultural pursuits, at which occupation the son was engaged until i86r, when he returned to Kentucky, and for two years attended school. In 1863, he tendered his services to the Confederate cause, enlisting in Company C, Second Kentucky Cavalry, under Captain Bowls, of Louisville, and was in the command of General John Morgan. He was several times captured, but served until the close of the war, when he was honorably discharged. After the war he returned to Clinton Count}-. In 18^,6, his father purchased a farm on which the town of Gower stands, and when that town was laid out, E. T. was one of its first business men. engaging in the lumber trade and the handling of agricultural implements. He was also engaged in contracting and building, and erected a number of its first buildings. He was president of the first town board, and -A-as a resident of the town until 1876, when Plattsburg became his home. Many of the substantial buildings in Clinton and adjoining' counties, including resij!,', ni deuces, churches, school houses, Ike, are specimens of his skill. He does the most of his own architecture, and has attained considerable reputation as a draughtsman. For the past four )-ears he has been the county bridt^e builder. On the 2ist of November, 1S67, Miss Sarah' K. Tillery, daughter of W". W. TiMcry. became his wife. By this union they ha\e t"i\-e children; Ilattie, Mcrtie. Kttic, Theodore D. and Daisy May.

4ealer in lumber, grain, coal, wood, lime, salt and cement, and agent for the Bucke\e reapers and mowers, is a nati\c of New York, and was born in Jefferson Count}-, Ju,;c lO. 1843. His fatlier, Eugene, pre\'ious to the war, was a well known commission nierchant in Xew York City. A. W. was raised to manhood and educated and resided in his native state until I86v'^, when he caaie west, and for one }-ear, was the representati\-e. on the road, for a Chicago notion house. In 1869, he located at Lathrop, Clinton Count)-. Missouri, where his brother, L. L., was engaged in the banking business. In 1870. he established his present business in Plattsburg. His trade has been solidly on the increase, not being confined alone to Clinton Count)', but it extends into Buchanan, Clay and Platte. Mr. S. knows the wants o^ the people, and his. stock is always complete. He was married, Xo\ember 27, 1872. to Miss Logie Steele, of Flattsburg. The}- ha\"e one daughter. Gussie.

cigar manufacturer, and dealer in confectioner}', cigars, tobacco and smokers' articles, was born in Westmoreland Count}', Penns}-l\ania. No\'ember 12, 1852. His father, Simon, was well known in the mercantile circles of that count}', being one of its substantial merchants. W. E. was there raised to manhood and educated, and learned the cigar-maker's trade ; for two }ears was engaged in business in Delmont, Westmoreland County ; came west in 1877. locating in Plattsburg, engaging in the manufacture of cigars. In this branch of industry he has made a success, b}' placing before the lo\'ers of the weed, a cigar that is deserving of the patronage of all smokers. He is a niusician of considerable celebrit}-. and to him the citizens are indebted for having a well organized band, of which he is leader. Since he became a resident he has been identified withe tlie musical circles of Northern Missouri, having organized and taught the bands at Princeton, Bethany. Eagleville and other points. In 1875. Miss Annie McMurr}-. of Westmoreland County. Penns}-lvania, became his wife. They have had two children, one living : Murrx'. He is a member of the Masonic fraternity, and Ancient Order of United Workinunien.

liarncss maker, is a iiatixc of rLnns)-l\-aiiia, and was boin in Franklin C-(^unt)-, l'"<jhruary [9, 1S15. When sixteen j-ears of age, he went to 1 lai^erstown, Marykind, where he learned the saddler)- and harness trade, after which he migrated to Ohio, then to Pcnnsjdvania, and for a time resided in Kcntuck}-. In the spring of 1S40, he came to Plattsburg. and engaged in working at his trade, as journe>'man, continuing until 1846, when he was selected as candidate for the office of sheriff, and wa> elected, holding the position until 1850, wlien California attracted his attention, and he went to that state, making the trip in one hundred daj's. He engaged in mining, and the stock trade in Lower California, remaining eighteen months, when he returned to Plattsburg, and has since resided here. He has followed hotel keeping, brick manufacturing, the liquor trade, stock business, etc. In i860, he was elected a member of the state legislature. He is very poplularly known, and has been closely associated with Clinton Count}''s progress. In 1843, Miss Susan Randolph became his wife. The)' have had nine children ; Jennie, Mildred, Eliza, iSettie. Laura and Lulu, J. R.. Mar)' R. and Georgie. Mr. 5. is a Mason, and a charter member of the Plattsburg Lodge.

Robert S. Stipe

section 25, post office Plattsburg. The subject of this sketch is a nati\-e of Kentuck)-, and was born December 23, 1824. He was raised in the occupation he now follows, and in March, 1872, emigrated to Missouri, settling in this count)", where he has since resided. In 1S79, he moved to his present place. He has 307 acres of good land, most of which is under culti\-ation. Mr. S. was married Xo\ember 19, 1847, to Miss Ann L. Smith. Their family consists of Mary O., Martha L., P^liza C. Robert J., and Jeptha K. They are members of the Christian Church.

lixeryman, is a native of Henry County, Kentuck)-, and was born February 8, 1827. When he was quite )-oung, his father emigrated to Missouri, locating in Clinton Count)-, where he has continued to make his home to the present time. The greater portion of his life has been sj.>ent in agricultural pursuits. In 1872, he eiigaged in the li\-er)- business. Mr. S. is one of Clinton County's oldest and popular citizens, and has contributed amply towards its de\'elo[)ment. He has been three times married ; first to Melissa Stone. The\- had two sons, Willard and Woodson. His second wife was Luc) McCalloun. For his third wife he married Mrs. Sarah Tiller\-.

dealers in dry goods, clothing, gents' furnishing goods, boots, shoc^. and notions, Plattsburg. This firm is composed of Willard and Woodson Slonum, sons of James Stonum, who settled in Cliiiton County at an early period of its history. They were both born in Clinton Count)-, the t"ormer Jul)- 25, 1852, and at the age of fourteen commenced his mercantile experience as a clerk, and has continued selling goods since that time. He married Miss Elizabeth Steele in 1H78. They have one son, George Preston. Woodson was born June iS, 1854, and. like his brother, was bred to the business in which the}- are now engaged. He was niarried in 1877 to Miss Emma Carpenter, of Harrison County. They have two children, TJnn and an infant. Both the brothers are members of the'IVlasonic fraternity. They engaged in their present business in 1875 « under the firm name of Stonum Bros. S: Jones, and after continuing business in Plattsburg for a few months removed their stock to Eagle\ille. ] Harrison County, Missouri,- and sold goods there for three years, and _: then returned to Plattsburg and opened a store under the firm name of ^ Stonum Bros., Mr. H. Jones having withdrawn from the firm. Since \ tiielr return Liiey have uone a large and constantly increasing business. "4 Their stock is selected with great care and with special reference to the 'i wants of their patrons. Their sales for iSSo, which amounted to $6^,0CK), ^ are an evidence of their popularity as merchants and their manner of J doing business. '^ ber of an excellent grade, and turn out, on an average, 100,000 feet per j week. - The}' have, also, mills at Cameron and Gallatin. They hax'e

Mr. P. A. Murry is a resident of the former city, and Mr. M. J. Osgood. of the latter. The general manager of their Plattsburg mill is Mr. E.

Captaix James H. Thomas

was born in. Jefferson County, Ohio, June G. 1842. His father : of \\'e!.->h descent) was a native of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, and his mother ot

Dublin, Ireland. His parents earl>- settled in l--a>tern Ohio. cngaL,MnL; there in farmini^ and stock-raising. James H. lost his father at the age of ei^ht \-ears ; and. four years after, his mother died. An orphan at the age of tueUe \'ears. Hon. J. H. Trii)p, of Carrollton. Ohio,- was chosen his guardian, and so managed the affairs of his ward as to secure him th.e ad\-ant:'g''s of a fair preparatory' education at the Harlem Springs and Carrollton Academies. He afterward entered Alleghen)' College at Mead\ille. Penns)-1\ ania, in which he was graduated with the degree of l^achelor of Arts, in the class of 1863. Three j'ears afterward, the same institution conferred upon him the degree of Master of Arts. During his junior \ear in college, he received the highest literary honor in the Philo Franklin Societ)-. The civil war was in progress at this time, and )'oung J. H. T., while at home, during a vacation, raised a military comj;an\-. of which he uas chosen captain, but at the earnest, entreaty of a brother. A. J. Thomas, who was already in the service as captain of Comi)any H.. in the Ninety-eighth Ohio, and who was afterward killed at the battle of Chickamauga, Georgia, he declined the proffered distinction, and returned to college to complete his course, his f^\<^f'r brotTvr Dnnlel Tbonin'?. hnx-jn-T, in the meantime, been chosen by the company as captain. On completing his collegiate course, in the fall of 1863, he enlisted in the Signal Corps, which had been made an arm of the regular service. He immediate!}- repaired to Washington City for instruction, and while being informed with regard to the signals and uses of the telescope, had occasion to put to practical use his recently acquired knowledge within five miles of his place of training. This was on the occasion of an attack b\- the Confederates under Breckenridge and Early on the city of Washington. The first gun fired on the advancing enemy was directed by J. H. T., who. by nieans of a telescope, from Fort Stevens, had discovered thei'r advance. He was subsequently sent by E. ^M. Stanton, Secretary of War, to the militar\- academy at Philadelphia, where, after being graduated in tactics, he was commissioned a lieutenant in the regular service and assigned to the Twentieth United States Infantry, with headquarters at Xew Orleans. Louisiana. He subsequent!}" took an active part in nearl}- all the military operations in Louisiana. Alabama and Mississippi, serving till the close of the war; when, returning to civil life, he settled in Platt-- burg. Missouri, in 1S66, where, purchasing the Plattsburg College, he conducted that institution as principal and proprietor for the period of four years. In 1S68, he was the regular candidate of the Republican part}- and contestant for a seat in the Twent}--fifth General Assembl}- of the State of Missouri, in the year 1868. The contest was ended January 25, 1S69. b}- a compromise, the result of which was that J. H. T. was allowed mileage per diem as a member of the house, until the 23th of Januarv-, and Hon. John M. Mc^Iichacl. his competitor, v^-as awarded the contc-<ted seat. In 1870, Captain Thomas was apjjointccl United States Deputy Surveyor for Montana Territory, havini,^ for tlie two succeedinc^ years, charge of the United States surveys in Northern Montana, and along the "Yellowstone River. Haskell's new United States map shows Lake Blaine, in Montana Territory, near the ]iriti.-,h line. This was di.scovered by Captain Thomas, and named after t!ie distinguished Senator and Secretary of State. Returning to Plattsburg, in 1872, he engaged in milling and manufacturing for some time, but, since 1876, has been engaged in the United States Internal Revenue Department, as storekeeper and ganger for the Si.xth Missouri district. Captain Thomas has held, for shorter or longer periods. Federal appointmcnt.s under every President since Lincoln's first term, either in the War Department, Treasury De[)artment, or Interior Department. He was married, in 1S6S, to Miss Luc>' B. Guyer, of Plattsburg, Missouri. They have four children : Dora H., Maud V,., Roscoe Conkling. and James Blaine.

Rev. Ei'Pe Tillery

r^ryp of r^r^^t note ! of th: c::rly .settlers of Clinton Count)', was born in Woodford County, Kentucky, in 1796. His parents, originally from Virginia, were among the pioneers of Kentucky. I11 18 19, the year before Missouri was admitted as a state, Mr. Tillery moved to the W e-t, and settled in what is now Clay County, two miles northwest of the site of the present City of Liberty. He was among the first in this section to make an entry in the United States Land Ofnce, then located at Franklin, in Hov/ard County, at that period a place of several thousand inhabitants, and the commercial and business center of the state. In 1844, he moved to Clinton County, and settled on a farm, five miles northwest of Plattsburg, on which he continued to reside up to the period of his death, which occurred October 28. 1873, at the advanced age of eighty-five years. Mr. Tillery, in early youth, united with the Old Baptist Church, in Kentucky. He was the pioneer preacher of this church in Clinton County, a man of untiring energy, earnestly devoted to the cause of religion, and recognized, for many \-ears, as its chief pillar and support. At the period of his death he had been, for half a century, an active member. The energy which characterized his religious fervor entered into his daily avocations. He was an industrious, laborious and enterprising farmer, steadily keeping pace with the progress and advancement of the county he had, from so early a period, assisted in developing. In 1S24, he married, in Clay County, Missouri, Melinda Vaughn, daughter of Enos Vaughn, a native of Madison Count}-. Kentucky. He had, by this marriage, one child, Xancy, present (1S81 wife of Geo. W. Davis, of Plattsburg. In 1846. he entered into partnership with his son-in-law, George W. Davis. This business connection lasted twent)' years. At tlio period of tlie dissolution of the same, in 1866, their joint proi)ert\', with other assets, included two thousand acres of valuable land. April 20, 18G5, Mrs. Tillery died. In 1S67, Mr. Tillery. then in his seventieth \'ear, a^^ain married. Mis second wife was Mrs. Sarah Dow, a widow lad\', whom he married in Boone Count}-, Mis<(juri, an':' vho still survives him. He h.ad by this marriage one child, a daucjhter, Lena, born September, 1872, and who still lives. In person, Mr. Tillery ir> described as havincj been a man fi\'e feet ten inches in hei<^ht, well formed, of robust constitution, and weighinc^ about one hundred and se\-ent>' pounds. At the period of his death he left about i,000 acres of land in Clinton County. He was ne\'er a politician, but alway.s voted the Whig ticket, till the demise of that part\-, when he began and continued to act with the Democracy up to the close of his life.

Elder S. S. Trice

was born in Buckinghani County, Virginia, in the \'ear 1810. He migrated with his father to Kentucky, when but three }-ears of age, and cf^ttle^' '*" ATo'-t-r,.- ro'"->}-. wh-.re he remained until the age of thirtyfive years, when he moved to Missouri, and settled in Clinton County, where he spent the balance of his life. In early youth he manifested strong religious sentiments, and while in Kentucky united with the Presbyterian Church. He afterwards, at the age of twent)'-five, joined the Christian Church, of which he was destined to become one of its brightest lights in the field of his western labors. He is described b>' an obituary writer, under date of Ma\" iS. 1S77, -^-"^ " ^ matter-of-fact man of God, of the Raccoon John Smith school, and to his pioneer labor the Christian people, especial!}- in Xorthwest Missouri, owe much for the establishment and growth of the church. He was the father of a large famil}-. having been married twice, and leaves a faithful Christian woman and mother, and six children still at home, together with those of his first wife, and who are the heads of families in this vicinity, to mourn his departure. Being a man wide!}- known, and highly esteemed by all who knew him, they have the heartfelt sympath}- of the entire community. He was buried on Monday last at the ' Old Log Church,' where others of his famil}- rest, and was followed to his last resting-place by a large crowd from tlie country." The Plattsburg Register of Frida}-, May 18. 1S77, in referring to the death of Elder Trice, says: " It is with sorrow that we chronicle the news of the sudden and unexpected death of the venerable Elder 5. S. Trice, of this county. Without a moment's warning, his spirit took its flight to Heaven, on Sunday last, at eleven o'clock and ten minues. In his usual health, seemingly, he was filling an appointment at Bethany Church, about eight miles northwest of this place, and whilst in the midst of his discourse, dropped down in the puli)il and expired almost instantly." Elder Trice was for many years prominent!)- identified with the " Old Lo;^' Church." Indeed, "durint; his entire life in Missouri, he was its honored and beloved pastor.

-^rocer, is a native of Kentucky, and was born in Clark County, M:t\- 14, 1S42. When quite younc^. with his parents, he removed to Harri>ou Count}-, where he was raised to manhood and educated. His father. John, was an a-riculturist in that state. J. A., thus reared, pursued farming unti' 1873. when he came to :\Iissouri. locating in Plattsburg. and on the 29th of October, of that year, embarked in the grocery trade, which has been a success, his business increasing year b>- }-ear, and at present is one of the largest in the count)-. His stock, as complete as can anywhere be found, is second to none. In 1879. he engaged in the distillery business, and in the manufacture of fine whiskies, brandies, etc., has attained to a prominent position. He manufactures i,030 barrels per year, on an average, and thereby adds much to the manufacturing interests of Platt-^hnr'-/. Air. Trini.ble married, in 1876. Miss Eliza Steele, daughter of Mr. John Steele, one of Clinton County's pioneers. They have three children : James, Jr.. Flora, and Laura. He is a member of the Masonic fraternity, and a Knight Templar in the order.

stock raiser, post office, Plattsburg, has long been associated with the leading stock raisers of this state. He is a native of Kentucky, and was born in Clark County. January 20. 1845. His father, William, was a farmer, and a native of that state, and his grandfather, John, was a soldier in the Revolutionary War, under General Washington, and settled in Kentucky, after that memorable conflict, locating a homestead, b)- tlie land warrant, granted each soldier in that war. B. F. was raised in his native state receiving the benefits of a select school education. In iS67.'h.e came to Missouri, locating in the northern part of Clay County, where he engaged in farming. His finances were then in a low condition, and his success in life is entirely due to his enterprising industry and good judgment. A portion of the time for two \-ears. he followed school teaching. Upon locating in Clay County. Mr. Trimble was among the leaders, to introduce the animals that were destined to give this portion of Missouri, the enviable reputation it has attained, for fine stock. His first purchase was made in 186S. and kept increasing, as his means would justify, selecting only the best, from the most noted families entered on the Short Horned Record, and the American Stock Book. In 1877. he purchased an animal, of the Rose of Sharon tribe, at a cost of $2,400. which is considered b>- short horn fanciers to be one of the finest li\in!^. His btock embraces animals from tin- tribes Rose of Sharon, Marys, Princes, rhyllises and Canbros. In March i8<Si, Mr. T. removed from Clay County, where he owned a large tract of land, to his present farm, which adjoins ^lattsbv^rJ^^ and is well adajited for stock raising. His barns and buildings, are convenienth' arranged, and complete in all their appointments. He was married in 1S67, to Miss Fannie Ilenshaw. They have had three children: F'rank. Willie and IaiIu. Himself and wife are members of the l^aptist Church. He is a Master Mason.

J. H. Trice

farnicr and stock raiser, section 10, post office Plattsburg, was born in Cumberland County, Kentucky, Februar\' 15, 1816. His father, Tandy Trice, was an agriculturist. J. H. was raised, educated and resided in his native state until 1S46. when Missouri attracted his attention, and in that year became a resident of Clinton Count}% locating three miles northeast of Plattsburg, being among the foremost to culti\'ate the st^il of Concord Township. In 1S54, he removed to his present homestead, \viii^li, tiL iliat Ix.iic, «.oii..^i.5LeJ .jf Co acres. He has been adding from time to t'me and his landed estate at present embraces 214 acres, well cultivated. Mr. T.'s success in life is entirely due to his own efforts of industry and good management. During his long sojourn in the county, he has been among the first to promote in all commendable enterprises the advancement of the public good. It was characteristic of Mr. T. at an earl}- da}- when the memorable log church was in course of construction to subscribe $15, and his meagre circumstances obliged him, in order to raise that amount, to haul logs for one dollar per day and board himself. By similar acts, as his circumstances became better, his life down through the long course of years has been the same. He has been twice married, first in 1S36, to Miss Permelia Biggerstaff, of Kentucky. They had three children, Pelina, Nancy and Samuel. Mrs. Trice's death, which occurred over a quarter of a century ago, deprived Clinton County of one of its estimable la<iy pioneers. His present wife was Miss Lizzie Baxter. Her father, Mr. James Baxter, was one of the early settlers of Northwestern Missouri, having assisted in building the first house in Cla}' Count}-. Mr. and Mrs. T. have three children, Lizzie, Carrie and James. He is a member of the Christian Church.

Col. Winslow Turner

deceased, was a native of Massachusetts, and was born in Plymouth County, December' 12. 1802. He was raised to manhood and educated in his native state. His ancestors were of English origin, and among the Puritans that came over at an early day, and located in Massachusetts.

In 1832, the subject of this sketch was a sokiier in the United States- Arm}', came west, and, after a tempory sojourn in different parts (,\ Missouri, came to l'latt-<burg, which he made his home continually until his demise, which occurred- March 5, 1S74. Soon after his arrival in Plattsburg, he was appointed circuit clerk, clerk of the court and cx-officio recorder. This important trust he discharged, creditably to himself and to the entire satisfaction of his fellow citizens, for sixteen years. He was always to be found at his post of duty, genial and accommodating, and his records, which, to-day, are in a well preserved condition, indicate care, precision and neatness. His j^opularity in this official capacity may be inferred from the fact, that when his name appeared on the ticket his election was assured. In 1S57, ^^ ^^'^s appointed regi'-tcr of the land office, and held the position two years, and voluntarily resigned. In 1S54, he was appointed, by President Tierce, on the Examining Board of Cadets, at West Point, where he attended, and, about the same time, was a representative to the Grand Division of the Sons of Temperance, of which order he was a live and persistent worker. In 1S58, he was elected to represent Clinton County in the State Legislature, and, for two years, he proved to be a diligent and faithful rcprusentat!\e. At the expiration of his term in the Assembly, he virtually retired from political life, and devoted his attention to the practice of law, until his death. Politically, he was a staunch Democrat and life long advocate of the principles of the party. In Colonel Turner was centered all the sterling qualities which constitute an American citizen, being highly educated, and a mind well developed by the world's experience. The universal expression of all in whose memory he still lingers, is that as a man among men he had few equals and no superiors. The following we condense from the Plattsburg Lever of March 13, 1S74: " He was a man of the purest honor, and scorned everything that partook of the false and unreal. Of a pointed and emphatic nature, he pronounced his sentiments freely and fearlessly at all times, and under all circumstances. Xot even in politics would he dissemble, or prevaricate, but in all things he was equally honest, equally sincere and pronounced. To friend or foe he was frank, manly, bold and unequivocal. When he believed, his belief was genuine, earnest and unwavering. He was guided by principle, and no question of policy could intervene to abate his advocacy of what he deemed right. He was firm in his convictions, and clung to them with the most persistent tenacity. He had but little admiration for expediencies, but loved and practiced consistency in all things. When Winslow Turner announced his support of a principle, or person, he was ever found on the right side. He was humane and liberal, and from his door the poor and need\-ne\er went without receiving beneficient alms. Many a poor widow, orphan and sufferer have felt the kindness of his liberality. His heart would melt at the recital of miser)-, aiul his impulse led him to the exercise of that gcnerosit}-, which was a praiseworthy and commendable trait in his. character. We remember him as .a friend of Sunday Schools, and that he was one of their strong workers in his younger days. Thirty-four years a resident of the place, he was so intimately connected with ever>- thing concerning it, that the vacuum can never be filled. His death is not only a matter of great regret, but a severe calamity. Like some stately monarch of the forest, he has fallen, full of years, leaving behind a name and a record embellished by many noble deeds, and darkened by none of which his posterity and friends might be ashamed. We cannot forget your many kind v.-ords of admonition and encouragement, as we shall attempt to travel the same honest and honorable highway after you. The virtues which radiated in your life shall lighten up the way for others, and prompt them to imitation. His wife was Miss Emily Pollard, of Verm.ont ; her mother was a Watterman, her ancestry tracing to the first families of England, Edward. Earl of Clarendon, and also Chancellor Watworth. By this union they had four children, two of v.-hom are living, Edward M. and Florence M., wife ot juuge Virgil i'orter.

attorney, is a son of Colonel Winslow Turner, and was born in Plattsburg, Missouri, where he spent his youthful days, and has since made his home. He was principally educated in Plattsburg, attended the Westminster College, one year, studied law in his father's office, and was admitted to the bar, in Clinton County. In 1S70, he was elected by the Democratic party to the State Legislature, being the youngest representative in that honorable body. He made a diligent and faithful official, and secured a high reputation for his fidelity, to his constituents, and the satisfaction of the people generally. The party found in him an able advocate of their principles, and as a speaker, he is clear and argumentative, clothing his ideas in appropriate words, of which he has a ready command. In 1S74, he was elected clerk of the circuit court, acting until 187S. Although Ed. is noted for geniality, kindly disposition, and domestic inclination, he has not assumed the responsibilities of a benedict, but so far has passed his life in single blessedness. He is, in a large degree, possessed of the confidence and esteem of his fellow citizens.

Col. Nathan M. Vance

a prominent farmer, section 24, post office Plattsburg. was born in Garrett, Kentucky. May 10, iSiO, and received a fair common school education. In the fall of 1S33, he emigrated to Liberty, Clay County,

Missouri, and for two and a b.alf years v\-as occupied in clerking in the general store of Dr. Morse. July 6, 1836, he removed to Plattsburg and opened a general stock of goods, continuing this business until liSG;, when he retired from active business life, in order to devote his attention to his farm and the raising of stock. Previous to this, however, in 1864, he removed to Atchison, bought a store, and remained until the fall of 1865, when he returned to this county. In common with many others, he sustained serious loss during the war. Colonel V. has been twice married. First, April 26, 1S40, to Miss Mary Jane Hughes, a native of Nicholsville, Kentucky.. born March 12, 1821. Mrs. X'ance died Ma\- 18, 1862, leaving seven children, three of whom are living. His second marriage occurred Januar}' 22, 1863, to Miss Anna Patton, a nati\-e of Missouri. During the war, Colonel Vance served as treasurer of this county by appointment. Upon first coming here, he had many hardships with which to contend. The Indians were numerous, but not \er\' troublesome, their reservation being about ten miles out on the Platte Purchase. During the Mormon troubles, he was one of a committee to investigate the true state of affairs, and was made lieutenant colonel of l-.:L*.L..'.i'ji! -.r ir.illLia. Coloricl Vance has always taken an active part in promoting the interests and advancement of his count}- and cit\-, and has laid oft" six additions to Plattsburg.

Dr. J. H. West

dentist and druggist, is a native of Preble County, Ohio, and was born July II. 1819. His father, who was one of the first settlers of Cincinnati, Ohio, was a native of Delaware, and was a lineal descendant of Thomas West (or Lord Delaware.) The ancestry of the Wests is traced back to the first families of Old England. The subject of this narrative spent his early da}-s in tilling the soil, receiving the benefits of a good education, and in early life, followed the profession of school teaching. He then studied medicine, but finally turned his attention to denti^tr}-. and since 185 1, has been interested in that calling. In 1843, he became a resident of Indiana, residing there until 185 i, after which he lived at different points. He \\as, for a time, the leading dentist of Keokuk. Iowa. In 1866, he came to Plattsburg, where he has since made his home. The Doctor is possessed of a rare amount of information, is a close reader, and has an excellent memor\-. In 1854. he married Miss Nancy McHenry, of Tennessee. They have four children, two of whom are living : A. Jasper and Francis Milton. Two are deceased : Marsena L., and an infant.

tucky at an early chi)-. The subject of tliis sketcli was raised in his native count)', and learned the saddlery trade in Versailles, the county seat. In the spring of if^35, he came to Missouri, locating at Liberty, Cla}' County, reniainiuij five years, and the first two years he wc^rked as journeyman saddler, the remaining three years he was proprietor of a shop. In 1840, he came to Platt-burc; and opened the first saddlery establishment. This he conducted until 1S50, when, with other gold seekers, lie went to California, returning in 185 1. He again embarked in the saddlery business and was in trade until 1855, when he was appointed receiver of the land office by President Pierce, and discharged the duties of that important trust until 1857, when he was re-appointed by President Buchanan. At the time that Plattsburg was in its infancy Mr. W., for a number of years, was the postmaster. In later years he has held the office of justice of the peace, and from 1S74 to 187S, was count}' assessor. For many years he has been engaged in different branches of mercantile business, and is well known in commercial circles throughout the Northwest. He has seen the development of Clinton County from its primitive state to one which ranks it among the foremost in the state, ^1^(^ h^< rontribnted his full '^h.^rc in making this change. In 1S36, he was a participant in the memorable Heatherly war, which many of the pioneers of Clinton County recollect. In 183S, he took an acti\-e part in suppressing the Mormon outbreak. Mr. \V. has an excellent menior)-, his mind is well disciplined and stored with a large amount of knowledge. In 1S38, Miss Ann ]\I. Story became his wife. B}' this union the^e were eight children, four of whom are li\'ing - William S., Elizabeth H., wife of R. \\\ Hockaday, Edwin and Ida. Lost four - ^lary M., Mary M., Luella O. and Jennett.

section 29, postoffice Plattsburg. farmer. The subject of this notice is a native of ^^lissouri, and was born I-'ebruary iS, 1836. He received the advantages of a good education, was raised in this county, and has always followed farming, and now owns sixty acres of good land, forty of which is under cultivation. B. ¥. Wilkerson, the father of the subject of this sketch, was an old settler in this county, and a man who was closely identified with the agricultural interests of this district at an early day ; his death occurred in the fall of 1840. C. J.' was in the Confederate service during the late war, and was orderly-sergeant of Company K, First Missouri Regiment, Fourth Division. He was one of the first to enter and among the last to return. March 20, iS6i,he married Miss Annie Pendleton. They had'seven children : Carrie P., Fannie E.^ Emma C, John P., William F., Malinda J., and Ollie. Mrs. W. died November 8, 1877. ^^^- ^^'- is an elder in and a liberal contributor of the Christian Church.

Principal of Plattsburg Public Schools, is a native of Virginia, and wa^ - born on the 30th of August. 1832. spending his youth and early manhood on a farm. lie recei\-ed but a limited education, taught school in j summer, and, during the winter seasons, attended a college. He commenced iiis career as a teacher at the age of nineteen. In October, 1S65,

he emigrated to Harrison County, Kentucky, and, in the month of June, 1S74, came West. Professor Wolfe has had charge of the schools here for three years, and is now serving his fourth term, ample proof of his ability as an instructor. He is a man who, though almost wholly deprived of educational advantages, having attended school but tw<'nty months, has risen through his own exertions to a position which he is ably qualified to fill.

Charles Young

farmer and stock raiser, section 11, post office Plattsburg, is a native of Kentuck}-, and was born in Bath County, September 2r, 1S12. His fcalici, beunett, was a native of Virginia, and his mother, iMargaret Waller, was a nati\-e of Culpeper Count}-, Virginia. The subject of this sketch was raised and educated in his native state, spending his youthful days in tilling the soil. In 1S32, he came to Jackson County, Missouri, residing one year at Westport, and also lived, for about ten years, in Perry County. After this he returned to Kentucky, remaining over a year, when he again returned to Missouri. In 1840, he located in Plattsburg, and engaged in working at the carpenter trade, in which he was proficient. Many of the old land marks of the tov\-n are specimens of his handiwork. In i845,^he located where he now resides, purchasing 240 acres. To this he has been adding, from time to time, and his landed estate, at present, comprises 440 acres of as choice land as is to be found in the count}-. When Judge Young commenced farming here, the land was in a comparati\-ely unbroken condition, and he was the first to cultivate prairie in the vicinity of Plattsburg. His early life was spent on the frontier of northwestern IMissouri, and he did much towards its development. The first house at Kansas City was built by his hands. ; All issues for the advancement of the country, has received his hearty I endorsement. He is no political aspirant, and has always declined coming before the people, preferring the peace and quiet of home. In 1870, however, he was elected county judge, and again in 1872, serving six i months of the latter term, when he resigned. During his occupancy of i that important office, his duties he discharged creditably to himself, and I the satisfaction of his constituents. He was married, in 1843, to 3»Iiss j Patsey Young, of Kentucky. By this union they have five children : fn.rmer n^d stock raiser, .^cction 12, post office Plattsburg, is a native of Bath County, Kentucky, and was born October lo, 1S20. His father, Sennett Young-, was a native of Kentucky, and came to Clinton County, Missouri, with his family, in. 1835, locating a short distance north of Flattsburg-. Being one of the pioneers, he took an active part in the opening of the county. His death occurred not many years after his arrival. His wife, the mother of the subject of this sketch, now well advanced in years, still resides on the old homestead. John H. was educated and raised to manhood in Clinton Count}-, and here has con-' tinually resided. His landed estate embraces 314 acres of choice land, convenientl}' located to Flattsburg, and is a very desirable home. He is one of Clinton's most sterling and substantial citizens, and few men are more highly spoken of. In 184S, Miss Eliza Tillery became his wife. ThpA' hr>\'f' h-id v.-fM-o)> ri-ii'Mron - O'^car 0.. "Sarah, Bettie, Fannie and Dora, li\ing, and two are deceased, James S. and Willard. Himself and family are members of the Christian Church.

Charles J. Nesbitt

was born at Clearspri!\g, Washington County, Maryland, August 6, 1831. His father was Jonathan Xesbitt, and his mother's maiden name was Ann R. Meixsel. Charles J. is the eldest of a family of eight children, four sons and four daughters. His early education he acquired in an academy of his own town. He, subsequently, became a member of Washington College, Pennsylvania, where he completed his literar)- and scientific course. In 1856, he was elected from Washington County to the Maryland legislature, as a Democrat, by a majority of one vote, but was counted out by a Know-Nothing legislature. He then entered the law school of Poughkeepsie, New York, in which in was graduated with the degree of Bachelor of Law, in the class of 1858. He then engaged in the practice of law in Hagerstown, Maryland, and continued in the pursuit of his profession in that locality till the breaking out of the civil war. In 1865, he purchased a half interest in the Hagerstown Mail, a weekly newspaper, which he published for a period of nearly two years, when he sold out, and, moving west, settled in St. Joseph, Missouri, in the spring of 186S. In the following fall, he moved to Flattsburg, where he bought from Charles C. Scott, the Register, a weekly newspaper, which he published until 1873, when he sold out to E. C. Thomas. In February 1874. he purchased of. ^lajor T. W. Park, a half interest in the Platte City Landmark. After reinainin^^ connected with this enterprise five years, he sold out to Major James L. McCluer. In Januar>', i8So. he removed to riattsburpj, and established the Puriner, a Democratic paper, which he still continues to edit and publish. He was married in Hagerstown, Maryland, January 6, 1873, to Miss Mary C. Davis, daughter of Gilbert Davis, Esq., of New Philadelphia, Ohio. They have had six children, of whom the following five are living : Mary Velula, Charles Jackson (Stonewall), Jonathan, Ann Rebecca, and Mattie Lee. Politically Mr. Nesbitt lias always been a staunch Democrat.

physician and surgeon, was born in Perry County, Ohio, January 25, 1836. He was raised on a farm, in his native county, and was educated in the common schools, and ^IcConnel's High School. When nineteen years of ao-e, he began teaching, which profession he followed about three years. At the age of twenty-three, he began the study of medicine under Dr. P. Kennedy, of Deavertown, Ohio, during the session of 1 860-1. He attended the Starling Medical College, of Columbus, Ohio, and in the spring of 186.?, he was a graduate from the Ohio Medical College, of Cincinnati, and located in Muskingum County. Ohio, where he was engaged in the practice of his profession, till June 1S63, then he went to Louisville, Kentucky, and was appointed assistant surgeon, in the Twelfth Kentucky Regiment, which position he held till the close of the war. He was in a number of important engagements, among which were the campaigns from Chickamauga to Atlanta, Thomas' campaign through Tennessee. etc. After the close of the war, he returned to Ohio, and in September of the same year came to Cameron, where he has since been engaged in the practice of his profession. He has, for six years, been surgeon for the Chicago, Rock Island & Pacific Railroad Company. He has landed interests near Cameron, to which he gives his attention, and keeps his farm well supplied with stock. He is a Mason, and a member ot Vmcil Lodge, No. 62, also of Cameron Royal Arch Chapter, No. 67- He was married May 21, 186 1, to :^Iiss Mary C. Roberts. She was born in

Muskingum County, Ohio, April 29. 1S3S. They have had eight children, five of whom are living : John W., Charles E., Frnnk C, Fred R. and Curt R.

John Althouse

farmer and stock raiser, section 13, post office Turney, was born November 4, 1S30, in Jefferson County, Pennsyh-ania, and was reared at his birth place until fourteen years of age, spending his boyhood days on the farm and securing the benefits of a good education, principally from his father, who was a minister in the German Reformed Church. The elder Althouse moved to Niagara County, New York, in 1844, for the purpose of educating his children and following his profession. John attended school here a short time and then turned his attention to farming, remaining there until 1866, when he moved to Kalamazoo, Michigan; thence to Clinton County, Missouri, in 1868, and settled where he now resides. He commenced cultivating the land and now his farm, one of the finest in the county, contains 170 acres of well improved land; has two orchards with different varieties of fruit. He has filled liic position ui sciiu'ji director niosL of the time since residing here. Mr. A. was married February 12, 1854, to Miss Mary L. Bedell, a native of New York, born August 2, 1834. They have had ten children - Albert J., Charles H.. Ella L., (now Mrs. Steward Little),' O.^car D., Edgar E., Calvin E., Dora L., Mary E., Lilly L and William J. Mr. and Mrs A. and six of the children are members of the M. E. Church of Turney, in which he has held the oftice of steward for ten years.

farmer and stock raiser, section 27, post office Cameron, was born ]\Larch 27, 1S30, in Cynthiana, Harrison County, Kentucky. He spent his boyhood days on a farm, and received the benefits of an excellent education at the Transylvania L'niversity, of Lexington, Kentucky. In 1S52, he entered a wholesale establishment as a clerk, and soon became a partner. Selling out, he came west and settled where he now resides, in 1S57. The country was then a wild prairie, and the hardships and privations he endured were enough to discourage and intimidate the hearts of the most courageous. He commenced improving his farm, and now has 440 acres of fine land, 220 of which are in pasture. He gives his attention, principally, to the raising of thoroughbred cattle, has some of the best stock in the county. He has a good orchard with about twenty-three varieties of apples, also peaches, pears, etc., in abundance. Samples taken from his orchard and exhibited at the Kansas City Exposition, in the fall of iSSo. were said to be equal to any there. Durine the late war he remained a stroncr union man. He was married at Lexington, Kentucky, in 1853, to Miss Mar)- J. W'arfield, \vlu< \v;l^ born December 30, 1833. Her father's family was one of the most noted in the state. They have been blessed with six children, five of whom are living : Lloyd W., John A., Mary B., (now Mrs. T. E. Potter, of Cameron), ^L'lria \V., and Rebecca B. Mr. B. and family are actixc members of the Episcopal Church, of Cameron, in which he holds the position of warden. He and his wife were the first members of this denomination here.

Major Albert T. Baubie

real estate and insurance agent, also United States and genera! claim agent. The subject of this sketch was one of the first settlers in Cameron, and is one of its most enterprising citizens. He is a native of Canada, and was born in Windsor April 3, 1S30. When twelve years of age, he began clerking in a store, and, when sixteen, went to St. Louis, principally b}- stage and water, railroad transportation, at that time, having reached only to Kalamazoo, Michigan. After arriving at St. Louis, he accepted a position a^ clerk on a steamboat, plying between St. Louis and New Orleans, and continued the same for -about three years, when he again helped to supply the customers from a dry goods store, in St. Louis, for one year. At the end of this time he was employed by the old American Fur Company for one year, and in the fall of 1849. he went to St. Joseph, where he formed a partnership wifh the firm D. & T. D. IVIcDonald & Co., dealers in dry goods, etc., continuing business as the Co. of this firm till 1S51, v.-hen he withdrew. His next move was Salt Lake City, where he accepted a position in the store of Benjamin Holliday, there remaining till 1852, when he returned to St. Joseph. In 1853, he built a house in Weston, Platte County, 20x60 feet, which he shipped ' to 'Council Bluffs, Iowa, there opening an outfit for the emigrants. After remaining till fall, he returned to St. Joseph, and, in the spring of 1854, in company with General James Craig and others, he took a stock of goods to Salt Lake City, returning in the winter of 1854. In 1855, he went as a special agent for a freighting train to Salt Lake City, and, after closing out his stock, he took a trip, by the Southern Route, to California, this being about the second time that a vehicle ever passed across this section. Shortly afterwards, he returned to ^Missouri, by the Isthmus, and. in the spring of 1856, located at the present site of Cameron. He was the first man to build a dwelling in this city ; also had the first store, and was then appointed trustee of the tov.n. He was the first postmaster of Cameron, and held that position till 1867. At the beginning of the war he was commissioned regimental quartermaster; also, after this, was promoted a number of times, serving on the frontier till the close of the war, or winter of 1S65. when he was mustered out as major, and then returned to Cameron, Missouri, since which time he has been engaged in his present business. He is deserving of much credit for the interest he has manifested in the building up of Cameron. He has owned a great part of what is now the business i)art of the town, and his hall, which is known as Bauble's Hall, has been of great interest to the town, both for home and transient use. He was the first to jnoceed in h.-i\- ing the town incorporated, and acted as chairman about two )-cars. In 1S61, he was elected as Judge of the Court of Common Pleas, but, on account of the breaking out of the war, did not scr\'e. He was married, Jul}- 4. 1853, to Miss Hannah Hamilton. She is a daughter of James B. Hamilton, who was a captain in the regular arm\-, and was killed prior to the late war. They have two children, F. H. and Anna ; also have one adopted child, Maggie Fitzgerald. He is a IMason, and a member of Vincil Lodge No. 62, also of Cameron Ro\'al Arch Chapter No. 67.

was born in Shelby County, Kentuc-k}-, and- about the \-ear 1S55, emigrated west, settling within the limits of Clinton County. He im{)ro\-ed a tine farm of 800 acres, which his two sons still continue to culti\-ate. He was a man honest in ever}' particular, upright in his dealings, and had many friends, both among the early settlers of the count}', and the more recent arrivals. His marriage was to Miss Caroline F. Moore, who Avas also a native of Shelby Count}', Kentuck}'. They had a-famil}' of three children: J. N., \Vm. H. and ]\Iinnie A. Mr. B. departed tiiis life in of the firm of Berkle}- Bros., farmers and stock dealers, Cameron, was born January 3, 1S50, in Shelby Count}-, Kentuck}', and was brought to this count}- by his parents when about six }'ears of age. His father, H. M. Berkle}-, was one of the pioneers of this county, and took an active part in its earl}- improvements. J. X. spent his ho}'hord days o!i the farm, and after receiving his preparatory education in the common schools, completed his schooling at William Jewell College, at Liberty. iMissouri. He emigrated westward in the spring of 1S71. and spent four years among the silver mines of Nevada. He returned to this cunt}' in

1575. and has since been interested in the stock busine>-; with his brother. \V. H. ]5erkle}-. They have a large farm rA from 700 to Soo acres, u-hich is well improved, and upon it are two windmiils. On their land high grades of cattle are found. They also have a herd of twenty-fiv.- or thirty thorough-breds, and do the leading business in buying and -hipping stock. The subject of this sketch was married May zu. iSSi. to

Miss Belle Handy, a native of Bowlin;^^ Green, Kentucky, who was born August I, 1852. They are active members of the Baptist Church of Cameron, and Mr. B. belongs to the Masonic fraternity of the same place.

William Il Berkley

of the firm of Berkley Bros., farmers and stock dealers, section 31, post office Cameron, was born January 22, 1S53 in Shelby County, Kentucky, and was brought to Clinton County, Missouri, by his parents about 1S55. They commenced to improve a farm, and at which William assisted. He received excellent educational advantages in his youth, although having oftimes to go six and a half miles to school, and is a graduate of William Jewell College, of Libert}', Missouri. He, in partnership with his brother, is conducting the farm, and they do a large and increasing business in buying and selling stock. He is pleasing in his manners, and has the respect of numerous acquaintances. Wm. B. was married March 31, 18S1, to Miss Elvira F. Handy. She is also a native of Kentucky. Himself and wife are acti\e members of the Baptist church of Cameron, and with that den.omination Mr. B. has worshipped for ten years. He is also a nienioei ot Cameron- Lodge A. F. 1^ A. M.

Frederick Bigler

farmer and stock raiser, section 10, post office Cameron. The subject of this sketch is a native of Switzerland, and born on the 9th day of January, 1844. When ten years of age he came to America, shipping on the vessel Still Grace, and landed at New York after a voyage of thirtj'-one days; then went to Cleveland, Ohio, where he apprenticed himself to learn the carpenter trade, and followed that business for twenty-six years. In 1862 he enlisted in the One Hundred and Third Ohio Volunteer Infantry, and participated in the battles of Lookout and Kenesaw Mountains and various skirmishes. By constant exposure his lungs became troubled and he was honorably discharged in 1864. In the fall and winter of 1868 and 1869 he made a visit to his native country. In 1878 he came to Clinton County, purchased his present farm of 180 acres, which is well improved. His unswerving fidelity to his ideas of right and his religious convictions aided very materially to his success in business. Mr. B. was married in 1869 to Miss Mary Shafter, a native o( Germany, who came to America in 1854, and their family consists of Benjamin F., Ellen F., William, Ida, George H. and Emma. Mr. and Mrs. B. are both church members.

John Bressler

of the firm of Bressler & Temple, manufacturers of Frear stone for well tubing, S:c., was born in- Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, June 14, 1832, and secured the advantages of a common school education in his native town. When fifteen years of age he went to Iowa, where he remained, working at the pLasterer's trade in different parts of the state, till 1S77, when he came to Cameron, and in one jear began at his present business. This firm also manufacture well augers and deal in cement. Mr. B. was married in October, 1S54, and has had a family of four children, three of whom are living: John C, Emma L. and F. R. Ella.

editor of the Cameron Observer, is a native of Chautauqua County, New York, and was born on the nth day of May, 1S37. He was educated in the schools ot that vicinity until fourteen years of age, and then commenced learning the printing business. After working for some years in his native county, he went to Buffalo, New York, and continued to work at the same occupation until 1859, when he returned to the home of his youth, and, for two years, he was engaged in agricultural pursuits. At this time the firing on Fort Sumpter aroused his patriotism, and. in n"..'^"-cf to Pre-ident Eincoln's call for 75,000 men for three months, he was among the first to respond. The quota being filled before his company was called into service, they re-enlisted for three years in what was called the Pennsylvania Reserve Volunteer Corps. Mr. B. was assigned to Company H, Tenth Regiment, and this regiment and division were called into the United States service in July of the same year. He participated in many memorable battles c>{ the rebellion, among which may be mentioned the seven days engagement in front of Richmond, the second battle of Bull Run. battle of South ^Mountain (Maryland), Antietam, and first battle of Fredericksburg, under Burnside, where he was captured and confined in Libby prison. He was held as a prisoner of war for six months. Twenty-seven days after his release, he was taken sick and sent to the general hospital at Annapolis, where he was detailed by the surgeon in charge to publish a paper, which was known as "The Crutch." This he published in the interest of the hospital and soldiers, continuing in the same positi.n until his term of enlistment had expired. In June, 1S64, he was mustered out and returned home, and received the appointment of sutler. He married Miss Mary A. Carpenter, December 28, 1S64. She is a native of Erie, Pennsylvania, and was born May 6, 1S43. They were in the audience at Ford's theater during the evening President Lincoln was assassinated, and were seated where they witnessed the movements of Booth in leaping from the stage, and experienced all of the excitement that attended that act. After the close of the war, he returned to New York and engaged in the printing business at -Jamestown, and there remained till 1874, when he came to Missouri and located in Cameron. He purchased the Cameron Observer, which was at tliat time in a demorahV.ed coiuiition, havinj^ been for some time in a state of sus[)cnded animation. lie commenced the publication of a five-column quarto and continued the same until 'February, 1S77, when he enlarj^ced to a six-column quarto, its present size. In the winter of 1880, he supplied the office with new presses, and has added other improvements from time to time, and the paper is now in a flourishing condition and has a full share of public patronage - a more extensive notice of which will be found in the chapter on the Press. Mr. B. is a member of the Masonic fraternity at Jamestown, New York, and, also, of Cameron Royal Chapter, Xo. 6j. The family of Mr. and Mrs. Burnham consists of twin daughters : Nettie and Nellie, born June 9, 1867.

L. E. Burr

of the firm of Burr & Corn, dealers in hardware, stoves, tinware, etc., was born in ]\IiddIetown, Connecticut, August 4, 1S35. and remained in his native city until about fourteen years of age, after which time he was on a sailing vessel, for about five years. In 1855, he located in Summit County, Ohio, on a farm, where he remained till 1861, and then returned to Connecticut, his native state. There he was engaged in various places. in different avocations, till the close of the war, when he returned to Summit County, Ohio, again located on a farm, and in the winter of 1868, came to Cameron. Since that time he has been engaged in the hardware trade. He is a member of the I. O. O. F., and belongs to the Star of Hope Lodge. He was married November 14, 1857, to Miss Lucy E. Gaylord. She was born in Summit County, Ohio. They have two children, G. Elbert and Bessie. They have lost four.

John H. Campbell

farmer and stock raiser, section 23, post office Cameron, was born in Andrew County, ^Missouri, December 15, 1841, and received his education in Buchanan County, having moved with his parents to that county. He was reared on a farm, and, September 15, 1S61, he enlisted in Colonel Boyd's battalion for six months, and in 1S62, re-enlisted in the Third Missouri Cavalry of Colonel Lawthers' company, and was taken prisoner while sick at a farm house, and taken to Jefferson City for three weeks. He was then removed to St. Louis, remaining there till June 5, 1863, when he went to Cairo for two weeks. January 23, he was removed to St. Louis, and on the 28th to Chicago. There he was paroled, and in May, 1S63, went to Macomb, Illinois, where he engaged in the milling business for two years. In November, 1865, he returned to Buchanan County, and located on the old homestead for eighteen months, and at the same time worked at the carpenter's trade. In 1869, he moved to

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DeKalb County, whore he remained till 1870, when he moved to his present location, and now owns 120 acres of l.md.all ofwhicli is the savings of his own labor and business tact. December 25, 1S64, Mr. C. was married to Mrs. Jane Wood, her maiden name being P'oster. She is a native of Missouri, and was born May 3, 183S. They hav^ had nine children : Charles B., born January 14, 1866; James M., born May 8, 1S67; \Vm. F., born June 15, 1869; John M., born March 8, 1S71 ; Thomas F., born November 25, 1872, died April 21, 1881 ; Francis X., born October 12, 1874; Jesse R., born September 29, 1876; Homer D., born March 4, 1878, and Ktta L., born IMay 3, 1880.

farmer and stock raiser, section 2, post office Cameron, is a native of Mason, West Virginia, and can trace his ancestors to those who came in the good old ship [Mayflower. He was born on the 5th day of March, 1821, on a farm, and received a good education. He has always been a farmer by occupation. In the spring of 1855, he left Virginia and emigrated to Andrew County, Missouri, and purchased land near Savannah, which ne sold m 1857 and came to Clinton County, settling where he now resides. His farm consists of 100 acres of improved land. Mr. C. commanded a company of home guards during the civil war. He was united in marriage in January, 1844, to Miss Sarah McTire, a native of Virginia. She was born in 1S17. Their family consists of George, x-Vbner, Joseph, William, Catherine, deceased, Mary and Maria.

K. D. Clink

a member of the firm of Lingle, Cline &: Co., proprietors of the Cameron Flouring Mills, was born in Grant County, renns}dvania, [May 28, 1821. He was reared and educated in different parts of Pennsylvania, and followed farming, while in that state. In 1869, he moved to Missouri, and located in DeKalb Count}-, and in the fall of 1876, moved to Cameron, since which time, he has been a partner in the mill at this place. He was married in the year 1844, to Miss Caroline Seiple, of Pennsylvania, who died in 1879, leaving the following children, living : Geo. W^, Clara J., Laura E., Peter P., Wm. G., Mary C, Ida B., Joseph H. and Minnie C.

grain and coal dealer, was born in Holmes County, Ohio, September 16, 1830, and was raised and educated in his native county, and was, for several years, a teacher there. During four months of the year 1876, he was a member of the Ohio National Guards. In October, 1865, he located in Cameron, and for one year was engaged in teaching, after which he embarked in the h.irdware business, as one of the firm of W. D. Corn & Co., whicli business he pursued till 1S69. DurinL;" this time lie erected his present grain house, and since then, has been the Icadin;^^ grain dealer of the city, his residence beinc,^ located in DeKalb Counl\-. He is a member of the Masonic fraternity and belonc^^s to Vincil Lod.i^e, No. 62. September 30, iS53,he was united by marriage to "Miss Jane K. Hart, of Ohio. They have a family of five children, and have lo.'^t two. Those living are : Jessie M., now Mrs. Kester, Hellen A., Lizzie A., Jennie V., and Willis K.

Captain S. H. Corn

lawyer, and of the firm of Burr & Corn, dealers in hardware, agricultural implements, stoves, tinware, etc., was born in Hohr.es Count\% Ohio. June 3, 1840, and was raised on a farm in his native count}-. After rccci\ing his primary education, he entered the Vermillion Institute, ol Ashland County, Ohio, and, when prepared for the junior course in college, the war broke out. He discontinued his studies, and, in September, 1S61, enlisted as private in Company B., Sixteenth Ohio Volunteer Infantry, and was mustered out, as captain, in October, 1864, ha\ing participated in a number of important battles. He was taken prisoner December 29, 1S62, while at the battle of Chickasaw Bluffs, and was held as such till May 8, 1S63, being in Libby prison most of the time. He again joined his army Jul}- 4, 1863, and participated in the second capture of Jackson. After being mustered out, he returned to Ohio, and began the study of law in Cle\-eland, attending the Western Union Law College, of that cit}', and was there admitted to the bar in September, 1S65. Mr. C. then went to West \'irginia. and located in Moorefield, Hard}- Count}-, for a short time, afterwards going to the adjoining county, where he continued his practice till the spring of 1869, He then came to Cameron, Clinton Count}-, Missouri, where he has since been engaged in the practice of law. Shortly after coming here, he purchased an interest in the store of which he is now a partner. They have made impro\-ements in their store, from time to time, until it is not nov/ surpassed b}' any retail store in Northwest Missouri. Including the basement, they have four rooms, which are 90x40 feet, and an elevator, so conveniently arranged as to permit the passage of a loaded wagon from bottom to top. Mr. Corn was married, August 6, 1867, to Miss Anna C. Babb. She was a native of Virginia, and was born August 12, iS40. They have had eight children, three of whom are living: Wilber S., Lena V. and Mabel G. ' sch<:)ol known as the Mount Morino, of lircckinridge Count}-, fiventucky. When about fifteen years of ac;e, he be;^au the study of niedicine, and attended the medical colleg^e of Louisville. About 1840, with \}'\<, n\other, he came to Tslissouri, and located in Rochester,- Andrew Count}-, where he studied liis profession for one }ear. After this he was enc,Mged in practicing for two years or more, when he moved to Caldwell County, Missouri, and immediately began his practice, being the first and only physician in Mirabile for several }'eais. Becoming advanced in }-ears, and having a desire to retire from practice, he moved to Cameron May 25, iSSi. For about sixteen }'ears Dr. C. was the proprietor of the leading dry goods store in Mirabile ; also being the proprietor of the grist mill of that place, besides of a saw and carding mill. His residence in Cameron is one of the finest in the cit}-, and convenient!}* located. His landed estate consists of about 1,500 acres, principally in blue grass. Most of his land is located in Caldwell Count}'. He was married in 1846, to Miss Elizabeth Kerrins, v/ho was born in 1824. She is a nati\-e of England, and came to America when a child, locating in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. There she lived for a number of years, then coming to Missouri. Thev have seven children : Anthony K., Sarah E.. Charles O., Mai-y A., John, William H., and Lillie U.

merchant, is a native of Clinton Count}-, ^Missouri, and was born November 18, 1S46. He received his primary education in the common schools, and graduated in the Commercial School of St. Joseph, during the winter of 1S61. He was raised in Marabile, Caldwell County, and when about sixteen years of age, he took an interest in the store with his father, and continued as business manager till the spring of 1869, when he came to Cameron. He remained as clerk in a store, for some time, then went to Lathrop, and embarked in the mercantile trade, and returned to Cameron in 1S76, since which time he has been one of the leading business men in the town. He was married September 9, 1868, to Miss Mattie Jones. She was born in Holmes County, Ohio, September 25, 184S. They have had one child, Wm. K., born November 6, 1877.

wholesale and retail dealer in hardware, tinware, etc., was born in Morrow County, Ohio, Februar}- 15, 1852. and was raised and educated in his native county and state. In 1875, he drifted westward and located in Cameron, and for one year was engaged in the grain trade. Since then he has been engaged in his present business, one with which he is thoroughly conversant. ha\ing followed it since he was thirteen years of was a native of Maryland, and a prominent and respected man of ?\Iorrow Count)-. Ohio, havinij represented that county in the legislature six years, and in the senate for eight years. His death occurred in 1861. His mother, Sarah A. Reed, was a native of Ohio, and died in the year 18S1. A. R. Creigh was married, January 19, 1S76, to Miss Lizzie- Smith, a daughter of the late ex-Govcrnor George Smith, whose historv appears elsewhere. She was born August 11, 1857. They have one child, Mary E.

Rev. Father Thomas Dexenv

was born in County Cavan, Ireland, January 9, 1S49, and was educated fn the classical schools in his native country. In August, 1868, he came to America, landing at New York, and then entered the St. Charles College, of Baltimore, from which he was graduated in classics, in 1S69. He was then adopted by Bishop Hogan, of Kansas City, as a student, and was sent to Topeka, Kansas, where he studied philosophy for three ycji,,. lie v.as afterwards sent to Notre Dame College, of South Bend, Indiana, v/hich college he attended for one year, then went to Montreal, entered the Seminary of St. Sulpice, and, after one year, he was ordained and returned to St. Joseph, Missouri, there being redeemed b\- Bishop Hogan as priest. Subsequently, Father D. officiated at the Cathedral of St. Joseph for one year, when he was sent, by Bishop Hogan, to Cameron, this being in 1876. Since he came to Cameron, he has made many improvements to this church.

Captain Thos. Doak

Postmaster and dealer in cigars, tobacco, books, notions, etc., was born in Jacksonville, Illinois, September 15, 1S39, and when three years of age his parents moved to Missouri and located in the Platte Purchase. His time until 1861 was spent in attending school, clerking in a store and working on a farm. His father made several changes and moved to DeKalb and Caldwell Counties. Being a carpenter he built the first houses in Kingston and Maysville. In the spring of 1861, Thomas went to Omaha. Nebraska, and enlisted as private in Company K, First Nebraska Infantry, remaining in service with this company till June 19. 186?. He then received a recruiting commission and raised Company H, Twenty-ninth Missouri Volunteers and acted as captain of the same command till December 19, 1864, when he wa^ discharged on account of a severe wound received while in the battle of Chickasaw Bluffs, Mississippi. After this he returned to Cameron. Missouri. While in service he participated in forty-seven active battles. His wound was a severe one, a ball passinc^ into the shoulder antl lod<^nnLjin the interior of the body, from where it has not been removed. He also received other slight wounds. After his return ho remained in Cameron till 1S67, when he embarked in the mercantile trade in Caldwell Count)', continuing two years in Mirabile and Kingston. In Ma}', 1869. he moved to Lathrop, where he was interested in the railroaiJ project, and in October of the same year returned to Cameron, where he engaged in merchandizing as one of the firm of Walker, Stone & Co. He continued as a member of the firm till 1870, having been appointed to his present position in August of that year. He was the first marshal of the city, and served as such one term and part o( another, having resigned on account of his removal from town. He was marrieel April 1 1, 1866, to Miss Sarah Caffing, who was born September 20, 1849. She is a native of Ohio. They have had nine children, all boys, seven of whom are now living: Perry D., Walter A., William C, Fred M.. John L., Thomas, Frank, now deceased, and an infant not named. He is a member of the I. O. O. 1-. and belongs to the Star of Hope Lodge No. 1S2.

physician and surgeon, was born in Clinton County, Missouri, March ii, 1S48. He was reared and partly educated in his native county, and when twenty-one years of age, entered the State University of Missouri, which he attended two years, and at the same time studied for his profession. He was graduated from the St. Louis Medical College in the spring of 1S74. and soon after located in Lathrop, Clinton County, Missouri, where he began the practice of his profession. After remaining a short time he moved to Turne}-. He had a drug store at Lathrop, which he moved to Turney and continued there till June, 1875, when he located in Hamilton. There he was engaged in the medical profession tdl November, 18S0. when he moved to Cameron. The doctor is a member of the Masonic fraternity. He was married September 16, 1S74, to Miss Flora Bever.

R. B. Elliott

dealer in pianos and organs, and teacher of music, was born in Baltimore, Maryland, March 21, 1831, and while he was yet an infant his parents moved to Columbiana County. Ohio. When he was eight years of age, they moved to Wood County, Virginia, where he. was reared and educated. At the age of seventeen, he returned to Ohio, and there I attended school for some time, and -also taught music to some extent. In 1S55, he returned to Virginia and located in Parkersburg, where he was engaged in working at the carpenter trade and teaching vocal music until 1869, when he became a resident of Kansas. Shortly after, he moved to Kearney, Missouri, and continued hi^ trade of contractnv.; and building. Among the structures erected b>- him was the JJinies Boys' barn, it being his last work. Since then, he has been engaged in teaching vocal and instrumental music. In October, 1873, he moved to Cameroon, where he has since resided. He was first married, Octj.bcr 7, 1852, to Miss A. A. Fisher, who was a native of Pennsylvania. She was born June 29, 1S31, and died December 28, 1854- They had two children, both now deceased. He was again married, December 4, 1853. to Miss Maria Wise. She was born in Virginia. October 1, 1821, and died December 9. 1S78. His third marriage occurred July 14. 1879. to Mr<. Amanda V. Mott. She was born June 16, 1857. He is a mem-ber of the I. O. O. F. and of the Knights of Honor.

Stephen Emery

inventor and patentee, was born in New Birmingham, England, in November, 1832. In 1S49. his parents emigrated to America, landing at New York, and soon located in Illinois, where Stephen learned the wagon maker's trade, which he followed while in this vicinity, also spent a part of hi^ liuic in u..c.ung. L. iS6^, he came to Cameron, where he ha. since resided. He immediately began working at his trade, and has been the inventor and patentee of many valuable articles. The I. N. L. well auger, patented August 26, 1873. has been of great benefit to per.^ons in thi's locality, and he also has a number of other valuable inventions, too numerous to mention. He was married in April. 1864. to :\Ii5s Phebe IMountain, of Pennsylvania. They have five children : Alice, Clara. William. John and George.

is a native of Tuscarawas County, Ohio, was born February 7, 1830, and was reared and educated in Harrison and Licking Counties. His father being a merchant. S. B., also followed the same business, in different parts of Ohio, till 1S75. when he moved to Missouri, and located at Kidder, there embarking in mercantile trade, and afterwards was engaged in the same occupation in different parts of Missouri. He came to Cameron. in the spring of 188 1. Mr. E. is a member of the Masonic fraternity, and belongs to Vincil Lodge No. 62. He was married, October 13, 1859, to Miss M. A. Sortor, a native of Ohio, who was born December 21, 1S35. They have had four children, three now living : Frank P., born July 5- 1861 ; Lillie M., born April 16, 1863. and Marynad B., born October 12, farmer, stock raiser, and dair\-man, section zj, post office Cameron, was born Au<7ust 24, 1827, in Holmes County, Ohio, where he was raised as a farmer, there receiving the benefits of a common school education. He emigrated west in the spring of 1866, and landed in Cameron on the 2Sth of March, settling where he now resides, during the same fall. He has alwa\-s followed agricultural pursuits, and his landed estate now consists of forty acres improved and eighty acres of timber and pasture laiid. He has a comfortable residence, a good orchard, etc. He was married, October 17. 1S61, to Miss Susan Charlton. She is also a native of Holmes County, Ohio, and was born February 3, 1S38. They have been blessed with a family of seven children, six of whom are living : Klma A., William E., John H., James \V., Charles E., and Cora E. Himself and wife are active members of the Presbyterian Church of Cameron, in which he holds the position of elder. Mr. and Mrs. E. well merit the esteem in which they are held by a host of acquaintances. He has never been an office seeker, although he has filled the positions of school director and road overseer several terms.

Nathan B. Fales

farmer and dairvmafi, wa^^ h^^^-^. February O, 1817, in Genesee County, New York, and, when ten years of age removed with his parents to Cuyahoga County, Ohio, and to Trumbull Count}-, of the same state, in 1833. He received a common school education, spent his boyhood days on a farm, and learned the blacksmiths' trade of his father, at which he worked until 1845, then commenced farming, and, also, engaged in the dairy business. He emigrated West in 1S68. He settled about one mile north of Cameron and there resided for three years, when he mo\-ed to the place he now occupies, located on section 30. He owns 112 acres of land in Kidder Township, DeKalb County, making one of the best stock and dairy farms in this vicinity, and upon it is a handsome residence. Mr. F. has filled the offices of road overseer and school director for several terms. He was married April 16, 1840, to Miss Carolina McKee, a native of Portage County, Ohio, born January 21, 1S21. They have had six children, three of whom are living: Francis F., Louis E., and Newton N. Himself and wife are active members of the Methodist Episcopal Church oi Cameron, in which he holds the position of trustee. Mr. F. is, entirely, a self-made man; his first start in life was to buy a shop for $100, for which he was obliged to go in debt, but he has been able to rise over these obstacles, and is now one of DeKalb County's largest taxpayers.

farmer, stock raiser and dair)-man. section 35, post office Cameron, was born Jan.uary 13, 1 830. in Dunkirk, Cattaraugus County, New York, and was taken to Trumbull County, Ohio, by his parents, when about three years of ac^e. He the-re spciU his bo)-hood da}-s on a farm, receix'in'.^ the benefits of a common school education, and, when twents' \'ears (A age, he comnienced to learn the carriage maker's trade, which he followed for about four )ears. His health failing, he commenced peddling. He emigrated westward in 1S57, and settled at Omaha. Nebraska, a small place at that time. He there engaged in farming and shipping stock tu Iowa. In the s[jring of 1859, 1^^' mox'ed about seventy-fi\-e miles west ot Omaha, and built what was known as Shin's Ferr\'. In the spring of i860, he went further ^\"est, and started a ranch at Julesburg, Colorado, remaining there until 1866, when he mo\'ed to I.aramie Plains, and there started another ranch. He came to St. Joseph in 1S67, and to this county in the same fall, and settled where he now resides in the fall of 1 868. He owns a fine farm of 472 acres, well impro\'ed and with a good orchard. It is situated about one and a half miles from Cameron, and is one of the best stock farms in the county. In partnership with M. K. Moore he owns four cheese factories. Clover Hill Factor)' is situated on his farm, near Cameron, and the others are located in Andrew, DeKalb and Caldwell Counties. Mr. Pales has been twice married ; -first, on the Sth of Janunr\-, 1S67. to Miss Ada E. Hurd, a native of Ohio. She died October 21. 1872, leaving two children, one of v/hom is now lix'ing, Freddie. He married again April 17, 1877, Miss ]Mar\- E. Shre\x, a native of \Va)-ne Count}-, Ohio, born October 8. 1849. They have had two children, Pearl E. and Harlon B. Himself and wife are acti\'e m.embers of the Congregational Church, of Cameron, in which he holds the position of chairman of the board of trustees. He gives his attention to his own business, and well merits the esteem in which he is held.

proprietor of hotel, is a nati\"e of Indiana, and was born in South Bend, St. Joseph Count}-, April 3, 1847. He was principalh' reared in his native state, ^\-orking for a time in the shops of the Lake Shore Railroad Compan}', and in the office of the La Porte Count}" Herald for one year. In i860, he came to St. Joseph, and during that summer was employed b}- the historic Pon}- Express as one of the riders. From this time on until 1862, he was engaged in railroading near his native home. In the summer of 1862, he again came to St. Joseph, and was emplo}-ed b}- the packet line from St. Joseph to Omaha, till fall, when he returned to Illinois, and was there engaged in railroading till the spring of 1863. At that time he enlisted in Compan}- A. Twent}--ninth Cavalr}', and was afterwards transferred to the Fifteenth Illinois, and remained in service until the close of the war. Mr. f\'s next move was to St. Louis, and while there he was employed b}- the packet company till 1867. after which he was engaged in railroading under difierent companies till 1877. I-""or many ycar> he was an eiiL^ineer. Since comin:,^ to Cameron, he has been engaged in his present business. He was married October 20, 1869, while at Rock IsLind, Illinois, to Miss Jennie Barrett. She was born at Little Falls, New York, September 14, 1S51. The\- have five children; Charles H., Mary M., William H., Cecil E., and Thomas E.