Dade County, Missouri - Biographical sketches, 1917 (part 6 of 10)

John 0. Mitchell

Dade county has never numbered among her favored sons many millionaires, neither has she been renowned as a rich man's resort, still there are a few men who in early life made their start here and afterward became famous in the business world. To this list belongs John 0. Mitchell, who was born in Dade county October 22nd, 1858 near where the town of Arcola now stands. He is the son of DeWitt C. and Nancy (Carey) Mitchell both natives of Tennessee. His father was born not far from Knoxville in 1833 and died in 1880. In 1855 he came to Dade county and served in the Union army during the civil war. Nancy C. Mitchell was born in Jefferson County, Tenn., and died in 1908. Ten children were born of this union, four boys and six girls, John O. was third in order of birth. All the children are living except one brother. In his boyhood days, John 0. Mitchell attended the common schools of the county and later on, Ozark college in Greenfield. His first work for himself was as a hired farm hand, but afterward he taught school in his native county eight years. From school teaching he entered the mercantile business in Aivola during which time he also engaged in farming, stock raising, buying and shipping. He purchased and improved a large tract of land near Arcola, which he still owns. While in Dade county, Mr. Mitchell was a director in the Dade County bank at Greenfield, and was also active in politics. Mis party drafted him as a candidate for the legislature on the democratic ticket about the year 1900.

In the month of August, 1904 he moved to Tulsa, <)kia., where he became extensively engaged in the manufacture of brick. With the opening up of the extensive oil-fields in that state, Mr. Mitchell dealt largely in oil and gas franchises and leases. He also invested largely in city and farm property. Along with these commercial enterprises Mr. Mitchell mixed a little politics. He was elected by the City of Tulsa to represent her in a joint-statehood meeting at Washington, D. C. in 1906. In the same year he was elected mayor of the City of Tulsa on the democratic ticket. Again in 1910 after the legislature had granted to the city a Commission Charter lie was elected mayor, being the first mayor in the state under the Commission form of city government. In 1907 he was one of the organizers of the central National Bank of Tulsa and was its first vice-pesident, which position he held until 1916. This bank is the second largest in the state. In 1915 he organized the Central Missouri Company, incorporated for $50,000 of which he is president.

Mr. Mitchell has always taken great interest in fraternal orders, and is at present a member of the Elks, Masons, Knights of Phythias and other benevolent orders. lie took his first degree in Masonry in 1885 in Garrett lodge in

Arcola, Mo. He is now a member of the Scottish Rite Consistory at South McAlister, Okla., and a member of Akdar Temple of Nobles of the Mystic Shrine at Tulsa. He owns one of the fine modern homes in the city of Tulsa.

On the 25th day of February, 1886 he was married to Alice M. Young of Greenfield, Mo., to which marriage have been born six children. Two died in infancy. Belva L. is now the wife of Ralph H. Shaw, of Tulsa, formerly of Lima, Ohio. He is engaged extensively in the oil business. Garland C. married Leota Arthur formerly of Lawrence county, Mo. Young 0. married Martha Mowry of Tulsa, formerly of Pennsylvania. Eudora, now the wife of John If. Harvey of Tulsa, a native of Canada, manager of the Kawfield Oil Company. Belva attended Stephens college, Columbia Mo., Garland attended college at Columbia, Mo., and Oklahoma University at Norman. Young 0. Mitchell graduated from the University of Kansas having formerly spent two years in the University of Oklahoma at Norman. Eudora graduated at Fairmont Seminary, Washington, D. C.

Mr. Mitchell at present is Past Exalted Ruler of Tulsa Lodge No. 946, B. P. 0. E. He is still largely interested in Dade county affairs, having formed a partnership with his two sons who are engaged in the cattle buiness on his ranch near Arcola. Dade County is proud of John 0. Mitchell and always points to him as one of her most distinguished ex-citizens.

Martin L. Mitchell

Was born near Holly Springs, Miss., March 21st, 1844, son of William and Elenor (Stockard) Mitchell, both natives of North Carolina but raised in Tennessee from Childhood. He was born July 7th, 1803 and died at Greenfield, April 2nd, 1898, while his wife was born in 1805 and died at Greenfield, Mo., May 9th, 1875. They came to Dade county in 1848, having raised one crop in Greene county in 1847. Like many of the early pioneers of the country, in selecting a location the choice was decided by the presence of springs, two of which were found in Center township, northeast of Greenfield. Mr. Mitchell locating near one and his son-in-law, William L. Scroggs locating near the other one. Mr. Mitchell bought some land of John M. Rankin and entered some from the government. On the original homestead he built the first brick house in the county. He burned the brick in a kiln erected near Sac river. This was in 1856. At the time of his death he was the oldest man in the county - 95 years. William Mitchell was a member of the Presbyterian church, a democrat in politics and held the office of Justice of the Peace many years. They raised a family of ten Children: seven boys and three girls:

('2) James W., educated himself for a teacher, went to California in 1849, taught after his return to Dade county, enlisted in civil war, Co. L, 6th Mo. cavalry and died of congestion of lungs while in the service.

near the old home place Northeast of Greenfield. After the death of his father, he and his brother Dr. George B., bought the old homestead of 200 acres and divided it. Martin L. now owns part of the old homestead and has since purchased an 80 acre tract adjoining it on the east

Martin L. Mitchell was married September 4th, 1867 to Sarah J. Boland, who was born October 15th, 1848, daughter of John and Rebecca (Hudspeth) Boland. They were married in Kentucky and came to Dade county in the early 40 's.

(1) Winifred L., born October 3rd, 1868, married Richard S. Marshall of Rogers, Arkansas, June 6th, 1898, died at Greenfield, Mo., after a few month of matrimonial bliss and was buried from the Presbyterian church in Greenfield, Sunday, December 4th, 1898.

(2) James M., born September 5th, 1872, in Dade County, married Ora Bell Mitchell, a daughter of Thomas Mitchell an early settler of Dade County. He is now farming on a part of the original Mitchell homestead.

Mr. and Mrs. Mitchell are members of the Presbyterian church. He is an Elder, a republican in politics, having voted for Abraham Lincoln in 1864 - his first vote. He enlisted in Co. L. 6th Mo. Cavalry August 1st, 1862 and served three years. Was discharged at Baton Rouge, La., August 1st, 1865. After the war he returned home and farmed with his father. He has always been a farmer and a good one. While he is now living practically a retired life, he still oversees the farming operations and enjoys excellent health.

He is an active member of the G. A. R. post at Greenfield and takes great pride in being the owner of not only one of the oldest but also one of the best farms in Dade Countv.

Charles W. Montgomery

County. The subject of this sketch, Charles W. Montgomery is a respected scion of a prolific branch, having been born in Dade county, ten miles northeast of Greenfield, August 25th, 1850, son of Emsley C. and Julia Ann (Taylor) Montgomery. His father is a native of Christian County, Ky., while his mother first saw the light of day in Ray County, Mo. Emsley C. Montgomery was born in 1825 and came to Dade County with his father when 15 years of age, or in the year 1840 when his parents took up 280 acres of government land in Sac township, upon which they lived during the remainder of their lives. Emsley C. is still living on a fine farm of 100 acres adjoining the old homestead. Josiah B. Montgomery, a younger brother of Charles W. now owns and lives on the old place. Emsley C. Montgomery is now in his 92nd year, hale and hearty while his wife, who is still living, has seen the snows of 85 winters.

Emsley C. Montgomery is a veteran of the civil war, perhaps the oldest in the county, having unlisted in the 6th Mo., volunteer cavalry and served three years ( lacking 4 days) a full sketch of his life and service appearing in another place in this volume.

Charles W. Montgomery remained at home and worked for his father until May 8th, 1870 when he was married to Mary Ellen Ellis, a daughter of Spencer Ellis, an early settler of the county who went with the rush to California in 1841) and died there. Her mother, Mary (Hudson) Ellis remained in Dade county and reared the family among them being Judge Thornton T. Ellis who met accidental death while Associate Judge for the Eastern district.

At the time of his marriage, and immediately thereafter, Charles AV. Montgomery engaged in farming upon his own account, leased, bought and sold numerous farms, in which occupation he continued until 188G when in company with Thornton T. Ellis, and his brother Thomas B. Montgomery they opened up a general store at Seybert which they conducted under the firm name of C. AV. Montgomery & Co., for a few months when he bought out his partners and conducted the business in his own name for three years. lie then purchased the Seybert flouring mill for $12,500 on the installment plan, paying the interest and $1,000 on the principal each year. These payments were made monthly and for five years he never missed a payment. During this time he rented his store building, sold the goods in bulk and bought 320 acres of fine land adjoining the mill property. He subsequently sold the mill for $10,000 reserving some land, houses and property valued at $2,500. This added to his farm made his entire holding amount to 430 acres with numerous buildings and other improvements.

In the fall of 1894 he was elected Clerk of the County Court of Dade County on the Republican ticket and served eight years during which time his oldest son, Aaron II. had served as his deputy. Aaron IT. Montgomery was elected to this office in 11)02 and served four years with his father C. W. Montgomery as his deputy, both retiring In 1906. In 1910 Charles \V. Montgomery was elected Probate Judge of the county and re-elected again in 1914 which office he still holds, making a remarkable record for public service. At present he is the owner of numerous small tracts of land near Greenfield and several houses in the city. He has also been largely interested in mining enterprises in the Joplin district as well as in Dade County, fie has been a member of the M. E. Church since 1879, serving on the Board of Trustees almost continuously. In politics, he has long been recognized as a leader, not only in local circles but in the high councils of the Republican party.

Mi1, and Mrs. C. \V. Montgomery have boon the parents of 14 children, 5 of whom died in infancy. Their oldest daughter died leaving three children who were raised by their grand-parents. Those living at the present time are as follows:

The brothers of Charles W. Montgomery are extensive farmers and stock raisers residing in the northern part of the county. Their farms are all well improved and kept in a high state of cultivation. As probate Judge, Mr. Montgomery has made an exemplary, pains-taking official whose chief delight seemed to be in accommodating the people. Many people have ascribed his popularity in political campaigns to the fact that while he was in the mercantile and milling business at Seybert, no man however poor, was ever denied credit for a sack of flour or a side of bacon. Since entering politics Mr. Montgomery has been obliged to pay many security debts for his oldtime friends who took advantage of his generosity and imposed upon his unlimited good nature, but lie has never complained or regretted doing an act of kindness for a friend even though it has cost him many dollars and severely tested his faith in human nature.

George Washington Moore

Was born in Cedar county, Mo., while his people were enroute for Dade county. This event occurred on the 14th day of June, 1844. His people were from Tennessee. His father, Charles Moore traveled through Dade County into Arkansas where they stayed for some time and after his death his family returned to Dade County.

At the age of 18 years George W. Moore enlisted in the I'liiori army, first in Company E, 14th regiment and later in Co. C, 8th regiment Missouri Volunteer Cavalry. During the war he sent home money to his mother and bought a farm of 120 acres. He had this about half paid for when he married Eliza J. Headlee on the 8th day of

August, 1872. She was born March 15th, 1848 in Greene county, a daughter of Samuel Newton and Mary (Mitchell) Headlee. The Moores went to housekeeping in a oneroom dwelling which they afterward added on to until they had a fine farm residence. Since Mr. Moore's death his wife has managed the farm with success. She is still the owner of 118 acres, having given 2 acres to the Routh Chapel, M. E. Church. Mrs. Moore has built a fine 80-ton silo, and splendid outbuildings. They have six acres of alfalfa and raise registered Jersey cattle for dairy purposes. It is their intention to build up an extensive dairy farm and market the products. At present they have nine head in the herd.

George W. Moore was a member of the M. E. church and his family are members of the same organization. He was a republican in politics. Receiving an injury during the war in the battle of Big Blue from which he never fully recovered and was sick some two years prior to his death which occurred September 10th, 1895.

George W. Moore and wife were the parents of seven children, two of whom died in infancy, and one, John B., born August 10th, 1873, was killed April 24th, 1890 at the age of 17 years. Those living are:

The Moore farm is located in Morgan township and Aldrich is their shipping point although they also trade some at Dadeville. The entire farm is fenced hog-tight with woven wire and is well watered by two branches, one large cave spring and wells, the waters is forced through the house and barns by a hydraulic ram. They raise and feed from 50 to 60 head of hogs each year.

Charles W. Moore

One of our best known business men is Chas. W. Moore of Dadeville whose well stocked store is the largest and best known of northeast of Dade County.

Mr. Moore is a native of Dade County having been born in Dadeville July 23, 1871, a son of Ruben and Serine E. (Clopton) Moore. Ruben Moore was a native of Tennessee and came to Dade county when quite young and taught school here for many years, here he married his wife who was decendent of the well known and highly respected pioneer Clopton family of wThom extended mention is made elsewhere in these volumes under the name of Richard Green Clopton. When the civil war broke with all its fury, Ruben Moore was not to be found wanting, he enlisted in Co. L, 6th Mo. Cav. serving under Capt. Jesse Kirby as First Sergar.t. he was discharged at Pilot Knob for disability. He was a successful teacher, farmer and business man and a man well and favorably known throughout the county for his integrity and fair dealing in all things. He died in January, 1914 while his wife was killed by a runaway team on the streets of Dadeville. Charles W. Moore received a district school education in Dade county but at the early age of 19 started out in life for himself by working his father's farm. We soon find him in what has proved to be his life work merchandising, for after a short trip in the west, lasting about six months, he entered the store of his grandfather Clopton at Dadeville. For six years he worked in this store and until his Grandfather Clopton sold out and then Mr. Moore started a grocery store in the old Clopton building which lie run successfully for two years at which tiine his father entered the business with him and they put in a complete line of dry goods, clothing, etc. After a time Mr. Moore dissolved partnership with his father and opened up alone in his present location, his father continued to run the old place for a time when he again became interested with his son and they run a large store, handling drygoods, clothing, boots and shoes, etc., and continued up to 1910 when Charles W. bought out the entire establishment and his father retired to private life.

Charles W. Moore now owns the largest and most complete line of drygoods, clothing, boots and shoes and general merchandise in all north Bade county, in 1908 he bought the large brick building where he is now located, this is a modern structure equipped with carbide lights and all the possible conveniences in an inland town. Noted for his fair dealing and courteous treatment of the public, he has built up a business of which any man might well be proud. His stock is well kept and shows the care of a man well versed in his particular line. Mr. Moore carries a stock fluctuating between $12,000.00 and $15,000.00 and he keeps it moving and fresh and strictly up-to-date.

Mr. Moore was married June 22, 1902 to Miss Eva Tarrant, a native of Dade county, born September 1st, 1878, a daughter of Wm. H. and Sarah J. Tarrant, early settlers of Dade county, a sketch of whom is to be found elsewhere in this work. To Mr. and Mrs. Moore have been born four children, namely, Ross T., born March 12, 1909; Emma Maxine, born October 12, 1910; Aluwee, born February 22, 1913 and Charles Dale, born July 10, 1915; all at home and receiving the best of educational advantages. Besides being an extensive and prosperous business man, Mr. Moore has large farming interests, owning nearly 300 acres of valuable farming property. He has 80 acres in South Morgan township, 160 in Polk township besides 28 and one-half in Dadeville. Mr. Moore resides in one of the best residences in Dadeville, having built a modern 5-room dwelling. This hustling business man finds time to devote to the social interests of the town, being a member of the I. 0. 0. F., W. 0. W. and Modern Woodman of the World. He is a staunch republican and prominent in party affairs, is a broad minded, public spirited citizen, interested in good roads, free public schools and progress for the county along all lines. A man in every sense of the word, a credit to his town, his county and his state.

Bailey P. Morgan

No family in the county are better or more favorably known than the Morgan family of, and near Dadeville. The subject of this sketch, was born in Dade county, October 29th, 1847 and has spent his entire life up to now, in Dade county. He is the son of Wick and Nancy (Worley) Morgan. Wick Morgan was brought to this country by his father and mother, Adonijah and Betsey (Mathews) Morgan who were very early settlers of Indiana and came to Dade county in the early 40 's. They rented land for some time and later became large land owners here. Bailey Morgan's mother's people, the Worleys, were also pioneers of this county having settled here about 1840. Wick Morgan was married in Dade June 2nd, 1845 by Judge Pat T. Andrews, he and his wife as well as his father and mother all died here and are buried in the Rice cemetery. Bailey Morgan bought 50 acres of good land about 1880 upon which he now lives, he has always been a farmer, has prospered and now owns 123 acres just east of Dadeville and it is one of the fine farms of the county. In 1901 he built a nice four-room dwelling and here he is living, practically retired. lie never married but does not want for love and affection in his declining years for you will find at his home three lovely children who love him and whom he loves and cherishes as his own. It is a beautiful story to tell, how this big hearted man took the threemonths-old daughter of Pang Morgan and his wife, Mary Vanhoose, who had just died, and raised her from this infant age to lovely womanhood, and now, she is married to Herman Ackers, a native of Dade county and they live on the Morgan place and have three fine children as follows: Thyra Neoma, born March 8th, 1905; Mary Florence, March 17, 1912; and Ollie Madaline September

23, 1914. Bailey Morgan is known to almost everyone in eastern Dade county, he is a fine, broad-minded, Christian gentleman. He is a member of the Christian church and held in the highest regard by all who have the honor of his acquaintance.

A native of Dade County, was born August 28th, 1874 and died January 29th, 1908. He was a son of Mount Etna and Sarah Ella (Quarrels) Morris, a daughter of Thomas Quarrels and came to Missouri when a young lady. Both families were pioneers coming from Kentucky.

In 1896 Albert G. Morris in company with J. W. Toliver bought a small hardware store of Blackmore & Tarrant in Dadeville, increasing the stock and later moved to a new location, taking in a third partner, Mr. Lindley. This firm continued in business for a time when Morris & Lindley purchased the interest of Mr. Toliver in the firm, after which Mr. Lindley became the sole proprietor. After the dissolution of this firm Mr. Morris again bought in and later bought the entire stock and remained in this business until the time of his death. The business is now run by the Maze Hardware Company. His health was bad for some time prior to his death. He was always engaged in mercantile pursuits.

(1) Lucile, born July 22nd, 1898, received her education in Dade County, attended the Dadeville High School and one year in Drury College at Springfield. She is now teaching in Dadeville.

Mrs. Morris resides in a fine cottage near Dadeville, is a member of the Presbyterian church, drives an Overland car, is a good roads booster and is a splendid specimen of the up-to-date, 20th Century woman who takes a lively interest in public affairs and presides over an ideal home.

Uel W. Murphy

No city, town or village ever remained long upon the map of any country without claiming among her distinguished citizens, sooner or later, some representative from the Emerald Isle. Uel W. Murphy was born in North Township, Dade County, Mo., July 19th, 1846, son of Gilbert W. Murphy, born in Edgar county, Ills., March 23rd, 1819, of Irish Ancestry. His parents came from Ireland and early settled in Illinois, while it was yet a territory. George W. Murphy was a farmer and quite successful. He came to Dade Countv in the latter part of the 30 's and located in North township where he entered 120 acres of land, erected a log-cabin upon it and made other improvements. In addition to farming he handled considerable live stock. He died on the old homestead, July 12th, 1871. He was a local preacher of the M. E. church and organized the Methodist Society in North township. Their first meetings were held in his home, the congregation being seated on slabs which he had fashioned for that purpose. He also performed many marriage ceremonies among the pioneers, frequently two in a single day. In politics he was an old-time Whig and later joined the Republican party. He was a member of the Masonic fraternity. He was married to Miss California Lomastcr, born in Maury County, Term., October 30th, 1823, died May 23rd, 1886, daughter of Joseph ami Elizabeth Lemaster who came to Dade County before the Murphy's came, sometime in 1830-35 and located in North

Township. They were successful farmers in their day and always had plenty of bacon and venison in the smoke house to last over winter. Mrs. California Murphy was a member of the M. E. church and the mother of ten child ren:

(1) William P., born October 24th, 1840, married Sophia Underwood, who was born in Tennessee in 1838 and died in Dade County in 1894. She was a daughter of Thomas and Mariah Underwood who came from Tennessee in the 30 's and located in North township. Her brothers, Robert and Price Underwood were veterans of the Oivll war. William P. Murphy and wife were members of the M. E. Church and were the parents of eight children, 5 o: whom are living:

Uel W.; Louisa F., wife of Charles Wilson, Riah, living at home, Marguerite, Married Floyd Sloan, died leaving two children, and William Roscoc

(3) Lewis M., born May 23rd, 1844, died in 1912 For a number of years he was a merchant at Greenfield and later at Carthage, Mo. He married Cordie Garrett They had three children.

(5) Eliza J., born September 20th, 1848, married Thomas Travis a farmer and served as County Clerk of Cedar County. She is now a widow, having one child, Alba who first married R. Hartley of Cedar County an i after his death became the wife of M. M Ewing a banker at Denver, Colo.

(6) Sarah P., born January 20th, j850, maried Robert P Underwood who is now deceased He was a farmer and later a merchant. Was postmaster for 10 years under the McKinley administration and represented Dade county one term in the Missouri Legislature. He was a veteran

(8) Melville L.. born July 25th, 18J7, died December 21st, 1889. Married Lizzie Kimber He was a merchant and the father of two children, one of whom, R. P. Murphy is living. His widow resides near Carthage.

(10) Ada M, born January 3rd, 1863, mar - led Henry Whittaker ivho is now deceased. During life he was a merchant at /»rcola. They had two children. SLe is now living in Seattle, Washington.

Uel AY. Murphy was raised on a farm and attended the country schools lie went from the farm to Arcola in 18S4 where for r number of years he was engaged PI Merchandising. In 1891 he became the landlord of the Delmonico Hotel in Greenfield, both before and after its re-construction. It was a popular hostelry and gained a wide reputation for hospitality during his 14 years of management. In politics Mr. Murphy is a republican and waelected Sheriff and nerved one term as a candidate of that party. Since his retirement from the office of Sheriff" ho has lived practical y a retired life, serving some years as Constable of Center Township and is now deputy sheriff. lie is also engaged in the real estate business and lends money upon his own account. The Murphy family, throughout, are staunch members of the M. E. church.

He was married November 28th, 1872 to Katherine Travis, who was lorn in Scott County, Va., February 26th, 1847, daughter of Edward II. and Margueret (Carter) Travis who came to Dade County in 1853 and located in North Township. lie was a veteran of the Mexican war Both he and his wife arc; now dead. He was a farmer and a local preacher of the M. E. church, a Republican in politics and served as a Judge of the County Court. They

Mr. and Mrs. Ivlurphy have no children of their own but raised one boy, J. C. Brown, from two years of a<rc tc manhood. He is a book-keeper by profession and resides at Phoenix, Arizoi a. He married Ella Dicus, a Dade county girl of a pkneer family.

Both as a c:tizen, a hotel man and a county official. Mr. Murpli^ was highly esteemed He was always a consistent, active worker in church ci/eles and a guardian of law and ord^r while Sheriff of th - County. Af the present time he is among the most highly respected men of the communitv.

Captain Benjamin Maberry Neale

Dade County points with pride to many distinguished citizens, some of whom were of native birth, others by adoption, whose ability, genius or attainments have left a lasting impression upon the sacred tablets of memory. It requires but little effort to recall the names of many men, who, by reason of their sagacity in business, energy, frugality and tenacity of purpose, have succeeded in accumulating vast sums of money and landed property, which at their death became, at most, a questionable heritage unto those who should follow after them. Others, by reason of a strong personality, deep-seated convictions, well-defined moral principles arid sterling qualities of heart and brain, have left to posterity a monument more enduring than shafts of lifeless marble or piles of unfeeling stone - their 's a living monument which has its foundation in the hearts and lives of men. To this latter class, Capt. B. M. Neale pre-eminently belonged.

The soil of the Old Dominion claimed him as a child. B M. Xeale was born in Wood County, Virginia, November 16th, 1841, upon land which formerly constituted part of the original George Washington estate. In 1843 his father settled in La Fayette County, Missouri, and here Benjamin grew to manhood. He attended the common

At the breaking out of the civil war he espoused the cause of the South and became one of her most gallant defenders. His first service was with Weightman's brigade, Graves' regiment, in which he was commissioned captain. Afterward he joined the Shelby brigade, with which he served with distinction until the close of the war, his service covering exactly four years.

Captain Neale was every inch a soldier. He possessed that unmistakable military bearing which marked him as a leader of men. His very appearance inspired confidence and his word when once spoken was as immutable as the law of the Medes and Persians. While he was austere and commanding in a way, yet there was that kind, sympathetic fellow-feeling of comradeship ever present in his heart which found its best expression in deeds rather than words extended to those with whom he was associated.

the 4th day of July, 1861, from which place his regiment was ordered to Springfield, where it participated in the battle of Wilson's Creek, August 10th of the same year. He- was also in the battles of Little Blue and Lone Jack, in the state of Missouri, and during the latter part of the war was in many engagements in Arkansas and Louisiana, ending his military career at Shreveport, La., June 15th, 1865.

On the 14th day of March, 1867, he was married to Miss Anna E. Groves, a lady of culture and refinement, and to this union six children were born, all of whom are living:

In the year 1883 Captain Neale purchased a 320-acre tract of prairie land some twelve miles northwest of Greenfield in Ernest township, upon which he settled, and here his children grew to manhood and womanhood.

About the year 1903 Captain Neale retired from active farm life and came to Greenfield, where he purchased a comfortable residence and spent the remainder of his days in comparative rest and quietude.

During the last years of his life his heart, mind and soul seemed to be wrapped up in the fraternal organizations growing out of the Southern Confederacy. He was a man of strong emotions and undying affection and the cause to which he had given the best part of his life was as dear to him as the very apple of his eye. He had been many times honored by these organizations, holding many positions of trust, in recognition of his valiant services during the war, was promoted to the rank of colonel and only his extreme modesty and feeling for others prevented his election as commander. His own words in declining this honor will best portray his real spirit of manhood. "I have been honored sufficiently. There are others of the boys who are deserving; pass the honor around." Of all the honors conferred upon Captain Neale, perhaps the one most appreciated by him and his immediate friends is a medal of bravery in service, "The Southern Cross of Honor," presented to him by the Daughters of 'the Confederacy.

His extreme modesty is again shown by the closing words written by himself in a personal sketch prepared by him for the annals of his beloved organization:

"This, fellow comrades^ is a brief recital of my army record, much of which is pleasant to recall, but mixed with some sweet is much bitter - buried friends and dear, brave comrades, tried on half a hundred battle fields, buried hopes and aspirations for our loved sunny South. My fellow comrades ! We lost all save honor. Our dear heroes are the admiration of the world and by our good citizenship \ve have won the respect of all good and brave men. Let us cherish the memory of our dead comrades, let us, in memory at least, entwine their brows with unfading wreathes of love, although there be mingled regrets and heart-burnings for what might have been."

In politics, Captain Neale was an unswerving democrat and always active in the affairs of his party. Religiously, he made a profession of religion when 19 years of age and united with the South Methodist church, from which his membership was never transferred.

In recounting the striking characteristics of this splendid man it is safe to say that he was a gentleman of the "old school" and carried with him that grace of dignified manhood which endeared him to everyone with whom he came in contact. In conversation he was genteel, courteous and scholarly, quoting Plato, Shakespeare and Emerson with the fluency of a college professor. Temperamentally, he was inclined to be both spirited and animated, speaking his convictions with a force and directness which left no room for doubt in the minds of his hearers. In appearance he was tall and muscular, combining the courtesy of a Chesterfield with the dignity of a Danton, and exemplifying in his every-day life those qualities of heart and soul so much admired by all lovers of true manhood and commendable citizenship.

Benjamin M. Neale

Was born in Lafayette County, Mo., on October 28th, 1.87(5, and came to' Dado County in 1882, with his parents, who located on a farm in Ernest township. With a common school education, he obtained a certificate and started teaching in the rural schools, where ho spent two years, using the money thus earned to pay his way through

Immediately thereafter he opened a law office in Greenfield, and in the years that have since elapsed has enjoyed a steadily growing and almost universally successful practice, so much so that at this time he is recognized as one of the ablest attorneys of this section of Missouri. His practice is not confined to his home county, but extends into adjoining circuits, where the ablest lawyers of the state find in him an opponent worthy of their steel in the legal arena.

Like many successful attorneys, Mr. Neale enjoys relaxation from his professional duties by participation in the political campaigns. He is an ardent democrat, and had the management of his party's campaign in Dade County in 1914 and 1916, when, despite the fact that his was the minority party, he succeeded in electing a good share of his candidates. His ability as a political manager was recognized in 1916, when he was made a member of the democratic state committee, and again at the close of that campaign, when he was placed at the head of a special organization sub-committee of that body. At the time this is written, it is practically assured that he will be unanimously made chairman of the democratic state committee at its forthcoming meeting, when Chairman Cowgill has announced he will resign.

Mr. Noale was married in 1904 to Miss Mary Finley, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Harry H. Finley, of Greenfield. They have two sons, Harry Groves and Thomas Randolph. He is a member of Ebenezer Presbyterian church and an officer in the church organization. For some years he has been superintendent of its Sunday school. He belongs to the various branches of the Masonic order, including Washington lodge, Greenfield Royal Arch chapter and Constantino commandery.

Jacob E. Newkirk

Jacob E. Newkirk was born in Jackson County, Indiana, March 4th, 1862, a son of Abraham Taylor and Elizabeth (Ruddick) Newkirk. His father was a native of Ohio, while his mother was born in Indiana. His grandfather, Cyrus Newkirk, was a native of New York, having in his veins the rich, red blood of Ireland, with a little tinge of German on his mother's side.

Cyrus Newkirk was an early settler in Ohio, but Abraham Taylor Newkirk came to Indiana when 22 years of age and followed the river for an occupation, running a boat on the Ohio river for a number of years. It was during these boating days that he met and married Elizabeth Ruddick, and in 1864 they emigrated to Chase County, Kansas. For eleven years they endured the hardships of frontier life, battling with drouth, grasshoppers and chinchbugs, till in 1875 he exchanged his Kansas lands for 196 acres in South township. Here he settled and here he prospered. At the time of his death he owned 236 acres, some of which were over the line in Lawrence County. Part of his real estate holdings comprised the land where the station of Olinger now is. He kept the postoffice before the railroad was built, and served as Justice of the Peace for twenty years. Abraham T. Newkirk was a lifelong democrat. His widow, Elizabeth (Ruddick) Newkirk, is still living at the advanced age of 86 years.

Jacob E. Newkirk received his meager schooling in the common schools of Kansas and Dade County. He vividly remembers a circumstance when at school in Kansas, when only seven years of age, that the alarm was given that the wild Indians were on the war path, murdering all the whites, and headed direct for the schoolhouse. The children were instructed to rush home, spread the alarm, and warn everybody to take refuge in Cottonwood Falls, the county seal. Is it any wonder that under conditions of this kind the three R's of primitive education were not fully mastered?

Jacob remained at home till 27 years of age, with his father, until he had accumulated property of about the value of $1,200, when he married Myrtie L. Renfro, daughter of Lewis Renfro of Greenfield. This took place on September 24th, 1889.

Soon after his marriage he rented 160 acres of land in South Township, where he now lives. He remained a tenant, however, but a few years, trading for the land in 1894 upon which he has lived and prospered. His wife died December 25th, 1898, leaving four children :

On December 29th, 1901, Mr. Newkirk married Miss Ollie A. Neal, born October 31st, 1878, in Gallia County, Ohio, daughter of J. T. and Emma (Allison) Neal, both living in Ohio. To this union there were born five children, now living:

Mr. Newkirk is actively engaged in general farming, stock raising and feeding. His farm is well watered by Honey creek, and also by wells and springs, making it an ideal place for live stock. One hundred and twenty-five acres are under cultivation. Mr. Newkirk is a democrat, has been treasurer of township for six years, school director and clerk of the board for twenty years. His family are regular attendants at the Methodist Episcopal church. Plis lodge relations are confined to the W. O. W.

Mr. Newkirk is heartily in favor of permanent road improvement and demonstrates his approval of good schools bv sending his children to them.

Was born in Dade county, Mo., on a farm some five miles northwest of Lockwood, October 2nd, 1880, son of Joseph V. and Elizabeth Newman. His father was born near Akron, Ohio in 1860 and his mother in the same year at Pittsburgh, Pa. Elizabeth Newman moved with her parents to Dade County, Mo., in 1867. J. V. Newman came to Dade County with his mother in 1867. Both settled on adjoining farms about six miles northwest of Lockwood.

J. V. Newman followed farming with varying success until about the year 1890 when he removed to Lockwood, engaging first in the livery business and afterwards in the real estate business. Later on he became a traveling salesman for the Inter-National Harvester Company, moving with his family to Ft. Scott, Kansas. He was a democrat in politics, and very active1 in all public matters.

Mr. and Mrs. Newman were the parents of three children; Charles F., the subject of this sketch, John 1?., a practicing physician and surgeon of Ft. Scott, Kas., and Jessie R., now the wife of Roy E. Cobbs, of Nowata, Okla.

Charles F. was about ten years of age when his father moved to Lock-wood so that his entire school life was spent in that city, attending first the public then the High School and afterwards taking a course in law at the state University at Columbia, Mo. On his return from college he immediately entered the profession of the law.

Mr. Newman belongs to the Masons, Odd Fellows, Knights of Pythias and W. 0. W. lodges. In politics, he has always been a democrat, active in the councils of his party.

After his return from college he was admitted to the bar, and began the practice of law in Greenfield in November, 1903. He was nominated for prosecuting attorney and elected on the Democratic ticket in 1904, serving one terra. He did not ask for re-election. At the expiration of his two years' term, January 1st, 1907, he formed a law partnership with Hon. Ben M. Neale of Greenfield, where he remained actively in the practice of his profession for seven years. During these years he became widely known as a successful trial lawyer. His practice extended over all the adjoining counties as well as into the appellate courts. Mr. Newman was also active in politics. In 1909 he was a candidate for Congress before the Democratic convention of the Sixth Congressional District at Butler, Mo., but was defeated. He served on the Democratic County Central Committee from 1900 till 1906, and was chairman from 1906 till 1914. He was also a member of the Democratic State Committee from 1908 till 1910.

In April, 1914, he received the appointment as attorney for the valuation department of the Interstate Commerce Commission, without solicitation, and moved to Kansas City, Mo., where he is still located. In this capacity he rep-

As an attorney Mr. Newman ranks high in the profession. He has the reputation of being a tireless worker and a painstaking advocate in the preparation of his cases. His addresses to the jury were always eloquent and forceful. Mr. Newman also acquired considerable distinction as a public speaker and campaign orator, having filled many engagements and assignments from and under direction of the State Democratic Committee.

Arthur Franklin Nixon

Was born in the state of Iowa June 16th, 1845, son of Gabriel and Mary (Mendenliali) Nixon, both of whom are dead. He was principally raised in Indiana, and came to Dade County in 1875, his father having died in Indiana, his mother coining with him, and died in Dade County. On his arrival in Dade County he engaged in the mining business near Corry for four or five years, then entered the hardware business in Golden City in company with William Pemberton, and opened up a hardware store in Everton. He remained in this business about ten years, when he removed to his farm near Huiston, which his wife had received from the Pemberton estate. He conducted this farm of 325 acres for 15 years, then bought out the Albert Morris hardware stone in Dadeville in the year 1908, and sold out in 1912 to Spencer & Huiston and returned to the farm. In the sale of the store in Dadeville he acquired the flouring mill at Huiston, which he operated one year, and sold it to Samuel Farmer, the present owner.

(1) Mary Hosana, born October 22nd, 1879. married Walter Kirby of Dade Comity. They have four children, Mary Mildred, Nellie Lorine, Celia Hazel and l)enz''l Louise.

(2) Xellie Sharp, born September 1st, 18^1, married George Wise, a farmer of Jasper County. They have t\vo children, Frozy Theo. arid Georgia Aliene.

(4) Jewel Kate, born October 10th, 1887, married Lynn II. Hembree, and lives in Everton. They have two children, Beatrice Alberta and Lynn Bron.

Arthur F. Nixon was an active Republican, always vitally interested in the public schools of the county, and served on the school board for many years. Mr. Nixon was raised in the Quaker faith, but never united with any church. Was a firm believer in the principles of Christianity and gave many evidences of his faith by good works. He was a member of the A. F. & A. M. lodge in good standing at the time of his death, holding membership at Everton. He was extensively known throughout the county, a good business man, highly honorable and trustworthy, a good neighbor, a kind father, and respected by all who knew him.

His wife, Mary M. (Pemberton) Nixon, was born July llth, 1852, daughter of John and Rosanna (McConnell) Pemberton. Her father died Fel.ruary 6th, 1890, and her mother died December 8th, 1874. He was a native of Tennessee, and she was a native of Virginia. They came to Bade County, overland, in 1839. He took up over 200 acres of land near Hulston Mill, and added to it until his farm consisted of 350 acres. He was a blacksmith by trade, as well as a farmer, and followed both occupations.

Mr. Pemberton was an active Democrat of the old school and held many positions of honor and trust. Was elected to the state legislature from Dade County in 1852, and collector of the county in 1854. He had been sheriff of the county when the offce of sheriff and collector were combined. The Nixon family have in their possession a receipt signed by the state treasurer and auditor for the entire revenues of Dade County for the year 1854. He was a remarkable man in many respects, and in his dav was one of the most prominent citizens of the county. In 18-30 he built a large two-story frame dwelling, which at the time was one of the finest in the county, and is still occupied by his daughter, Mrs. Arthur F. Nixon. In 1854 lie united with the Cumberland Presbyterian church, was elected a ruling elder, and continued in that office until his death. He was also made a member of the A. F. & A. j\l. at Dadeville in that year. On the 18th day of January, 1844, he was married to Miss Rosanna McConnell of Washington County, Virginia, who, with him, cheerfully bore the burdens and joys of his life. He was a quiet, oeaccable citizen, and was never known to speak an unkind word about anyone. To this marriage were born three children:

Mrs. Xixon is a member of the Cumberland Presbyterian church, an active worker in :ts enter prises, and belongs to one of the most distinguished families in the county.

Near the original homestead is one of the finest springs in the county. Mr. Nixon in his lifetime improved this with a hydraulic ram and connected up a perfect watering system, with pressure tank in the house, and also watering troughs in the barn lots. The old Pemberton homestead was known as one of the most productive stock aiid grain farms in the entire communitv.

Ferdnand Ortloff

Germany has furnished to this land of the free thousands of her sons to become citizens. There is no country to which we are more indebted for the wonderful progress and development of our country than Germany. Her sons who have become our sons arc almost without exception named among our very best citizens. Such u one is Ferd- nand Ortloff. IIo is a large farmer and stock man of eastern Dado County. He was born in Germany December 13, 1863, a son of George Jacob and Christina (WeisonseH Ortloff, who came to America in the fall of 18GG, bringing four children. They settled in the city of Syracuse, N. Y.

George Jacob Ortloff was a ]inon weaver by trade, but for a time after reaching Syracuse he worked in the smelting plant, but on account of poor health was unable to continue this work, so he took up carpet weaving, which he followed for a number of years. Tie passed away in Syracuse November 6th, 1906, past 71 years of ago, ha\ing been horn in Germany July 8th, 1835. Plis wife is still living and makes her residence in Syracuse, N. Y. The date of her birth was November 6th, 1886. Ferdnand Ortloff was an energetic, although restless, lad. Tie was taught the trade of furniture finishing. At the ago of 15 he was so filled with the desire to sec1 the world that he ran away from homo and landed in Washington County, Michigan, whore he went to work on a farm for his board. From here he roamed from place to place, working on farms, in saw mills, and, in fact, at anything he could find. TTo finally located in Berrien County, Michigan. Ai'ter two years of wandering he bought four acres of land, and here he staved for a number of years, lie was' married February 10th, 1884, at Three Oaks, Mich., to Mary E. AVashburn, who was born September 17th, 1867, in New York state, and is a daughter of L. D. and Patient (Schnodik'-r) AYashburn, who were early settlers in the state of Michigan, and both passed their lives there. He died in the early 90 's and she May 26th, 1887.

In 1885 Ferdnand Ortloff became interested in Missouri, and came to Dado County in September of that year, settling northwest of Greenfield, where the first year he worked 40 acres on grain rent, then took un a homestead five miles northwest of Greenfield, consisting of 40 acres. He improved this and lived there for 12 years, and in 1893 traded it toward 109 acres, all in South Morgan Township. This was an old, settled place, but very much run down. He went to work immediately to put this place back in shape, which he succeeded in doing. He stocked it with good stock, carried on general far?oing, and his well-directed efforts brought speedy results. He has prospered and invested his money in more land, until now he has 395 acres in a body, which is certainly one of the fine stock farms of this county. Here he and his wife have raised a family of nine children. Besides these, there were born two who died in infancy. They were: Christina, born January 18th, 1885, died March 24th, 1886, and Bright Henrietta Christina, born June 14th, 1906, died January 8th, 1907. Those living are: Jacob G., born July 4th, 1886, married Eliza Batrell, and have one child, Theta; Verday 0., born February 14th, 1889, mairi^d Earl Richardson, and they have one child, Mary Emily- Gracie M. was born September 13th, 1891, married Elmer Clark, a farmer of Dade County, and they have one child. Ferdnand; Charles F., born April 17th, 1884, married Mary E. Lunsford, who is farming in Dade County; Ernest F., born March 12th, 1896, married Vernie Batrell, and is living in Dade County, and have one child, Margaret Thelmh; Sophia E., born December 7th, 1898; Lillie B., bom June 9th, 1.901; Loving Joy, born September 7th, 1903, and Ferdnand M., born October 14th, 1909, all living at home.

Mr. Ortloff has given his children the advantage of good educations, a privilege denied him, but for which he has greatly made by extensive reading and observation. Mr. Ortloff is considered one of o-ir leading stock men, and he is a fiim believer in thoroughbred stock of all kinds. He has a fine Ayshire bull, which he obtained from the State Farm at Columbia, and ha? been bi-eeding from him for the past two years. He also handles sheep, and sticks to the famous Poland-China hog^. Everything about his placi? shows thrift and good management. He ha? a fine residence, all modern farming appliances, drives a Ford car, and, in fact, is an all-arourd progressive, up-to-date citizen. He is a red-hot Democrat and a booster for good roads, and a firm believer of our free public school system. Fraternally he is a member of the I. 0. O F. of Greenfield. Red blood runs in this man's veins, and we are glad that he has selected Dade County as hi? home. He and his family are a credit to any community, and we sincerely hope that he and his descendants shall always be counted among our citizenship.

The Painter Family

John Painter was born in "Washington County, Virginia, November 2nd, 1809, and on the 4th day of October, 1838, was married to Rachael McDaniel, a native of Virginia, born September 5th, 1819. The Painters were originally from Ireland, while the McDaniels were from Scotland.

John Painter was a blacksmith by trade, but also farmed. In 1869 they emigrated to Missouri, bringing their entire family, except one son, William, and settled in Morgan Township, Uade County, making the trip overland in horse-wagon, and were seven weeks and four days on the road. They rented land for one year and then moved to Polk Township, where their children now live. Here they rented 50 acres of cultivated land, a part of the old Pemberton farm near Hulston, where the father died April 26th, 1875, and the mother died December 27th, 1891. They were both members of the Cumberland Presbyterian church. He was a Republican in an early day, but after coming to Missouri he was a Democrat.

John and Rachael (McDaniel) Painter were the parents of ten children, all of whom came to Missouri, except William, and seven of whom still reside on the old homestead:

(10) William, born January 14th, 1844, who enlisted in the Confederate army under Captain Litchfield, in the brigade commanded by General Robert E. Lee, and served for some time. He was in the "Seven Days" battle, and died shortly afterward, June 14th, 1863.

After the death of the mother, the children bought the land upon which they had lived as tenants for so many years. There were 187 V> acres in the original tract, to which 40 acres have since been added; 172 acres are in cultivation. All the improvements have been made by the Painter family. The dwelling, a two-story six-room structure, was built in 1905, and in 1915 a two-room concrete addition was made. Commodious barns have been erected and also a 90-ton silo, the first in Dade County, are among the other improvements. They have experimented a little with alfalfa, arid have one field of five acres, which is doing fine.

The farm is well watered with springs, wells and branches, making it particularly well adapted for stock raising. The Painter family have a herd of Shorthorn cattle, consisting of one registered bull and 11 full-blood cows. They also raise hogs and mules for the market, averaging about one carload of hogs each year.

The girls of this family are members of "The Church of God," but no regular organization of that denomination is established in the community. The men are Democrats, and exceptionally fine people. They arc frugal, industrious, reliable and progressive, being firmly in favor of good roads and good schools.

This family is in possession of one relic which is worthy of mention, being a pair of iron-frame spectacles which belonged to their grandmother, which she had received from her ancestors', being possibly more than 150 years old.

The subject of this sketch was born on a farm March 31, 1876, on the East edge of Rock Prairie, about two miles east of what was then known as the Rock Prairie postoffice, or Cross Roads, now a suburb of Everton, where lie lived until March 1, 1886, when, with his parents, he moved to Everton, and resided on a farm adjoining that place until September 1, 1888, on which date he removed to the old Calvin Wheeler farm, seven miles northeast of Everton, where he lived until March or April, 1908, when he moved, with his family, to Greenfield, the county seat, where he has since resided. His father, the late John A. Patterson, was quite a violinist and violin repair man and cabinet maker in his day, and his son, the subject of this sketch, was very much inclined the same way, and there are not many parts or pieces about a piano, organ, violin, or any kind of musical instrument, that he cannot repair or make new if necessary. He has been selling pianos, organs and other musical goods in Bade and adjoining counties since July, 1898, and has hundreds of customers, all of whom are his friends. He has always sold a high class of goods, and makes friends with each sale. His mother, Mrs. Mary L. Patterson of Greenfield, is the second daughter of the late William R. Bennington, one of the pioneer teachers and promoters of the present good system of schools in Dade

County. His mother, Mary L., was a teacher in the schools in Dade County during the latter 60 's and early 70 's. He was married May 16th, 1906, to Miss Effie Hagerman, of near Walnut Grove, a granddaughter of the late James Wheeler of Polk Township, Dade County. On March 5, 1907, a little son, John Lester, was born to this union, and December llth, 1908, a daughter, Floy Lorena, was born. In February, 1910, little Lester was taken sick with typhoid, and died March 8th. Miss Floy Lorena is at present a pupil in the Greenfield public schools. J. R. Patterson is the only exclusive piano and musical instrument dealer in Dad'.- County. He is also an experienced piano tuner. He has the only piano moving van and fixtures in the county and moves fine pianos for people in all parts of the county, and also in adjoining counties.

Archibald Clinton Patterson

A native of Dade County, born near Dadeville September 6th, 1843, a son of Alexander and Elizabeth (Mitchell) Patterson, and died at his home in Morgan Township May 18th, 1914, at the age of 71 years eight months and twelve days. He spent his entire life in Dade County.

He was twice married, his first wife being Louisa Speight. She died in 1884, having been the mother of eleven children, six boys and five girls, seven of whom died in infancy. Those to attain maturity were:

His second marriage occurred on the 18th day of February, 1886, to Sarah P. Fanning, who was born in Dade County May 27th, 1870, daughter of Thomas and Sarah (Speight) Fanning. They were married in Dade County and were early settlers here. Mrs. Patterson was the youngest of seven children, all living in Dade County except her. To this union were born seven children:

Mr. Patterson was a Republican in politics, but not an office-seeker. He was a member of the Baptist church, being one of the charter members in the organization at Dadeville. He was an extensive trader in live stock, as well as a general farmer and stock breeder. At the time of his death he owned a first-class farm of 270 acres near Dade ville.

Mr. Patterson was a veteran of the Civil war, having enlisted in Company D, Sixth Missouri Cavalry, at the age of 18 years, and served witli distinction until the end of the war. He was a good soldier, always ready and willing to do his duty, no matter how severe the hardships nor how imminent the danger. As a neighbor he was the most accommodating of men, always ready to lend a helping hand to those in need and to assist his friends in their business ventures.

Mr. Patterson was an exemplary citizen, always interested in the general welfare of the community, was industrious and energetic, and improved much land in Dade County.

Since his death Mrs. Patterson and her own children have occupied the home place of 160 acres, which they own. She has control and management of the place, and is making good. She is a woman of splendid business ability, a member of the Baptist church, and is conducting her general farming and stock raising enterprises in a way highly credible to herself and family.

James D. Patterson

One of the very oldest of Dade County's native sons is James I). Patterson of Rock Prairie Township, Dade County. This venerable gentleman was born in Rock Prairie Township March 6th, 1844, a son of William H. and Mollie (Cotner) Patterson, both natives middle Tennessee, where they were married, and emigrated to Dade County, Missouri, in 1842, coming overland by wagon and driving ox teams. They brought with them four children and an uncle of Mrs. Patterson's, Uncle Warsh Cotner. They were a long time on the road, and when Mr. Patterson finally arrived he had just 15 cents in cash. lie entered 280 acres of government land. This being prairie and having no timber whatever upon it for fencing purposes, he had to haul rails many miles. He succeeded in breaking 180 to 220 acres of this raw land, and built a log house, 16x18, in which he and his family lived for many years. He was a pioneer in every sense of the word, and it is evident that lie was satisfied with Dade County, for here he and his wife remained until they were called by death. They had prospered, for at the time of his death he owned 560 acres of .irond farming land.

Of the ten children born to this fine pioneer couple, five are now living, namely: William Washington, now resides in Taney County, Missouri; Ann Eliza, who is now Mrs. Henry McMillen, and makes her home in Oklahoma; Melissa Ellen, now Mrs. Isaac Crawford, is a resident of Xe\v Mexico; Joseph N. is living retired in Walnut Grove, (Jreene County, Missouri, and James D., the subject of this sketch.

James I). Patterson had little opportunity for schooling, for in the early days, when he was a boy, there were few schools, and what, there were were primitive in the

At the time of his father's death he bought out the other heirs and went to farming on his own account. To say that he has succeeded in his life's work is putting it mildly indeed, for he has added tract after tract of land to his original holdings, until now he owns, in round numbers, 1,500 acres all in one body, and all in Dade County, except 50 acres just across the line in Greene County, arid which comprises the largest and best stock farm in this section of the state. Besides this, he has given his daughter, Mrs. John M. Jones, a fine improved tract of 1GO acres located in Rock Prairie Township. Mr. Patterson has long since given up real hard work, although lie succeeds fully in managing this large property. He carries on general farming and stock raising and is especially interested in fine cattle, usually carrying about 200 head of full-blood Shorthorns. Upon his farm will usually be found from 60 to 100 head of hogs. There are four large silos on this property with a capacity of 450 tons.

On January 12th, 1869, Mr. Patterson married Miss Margaret I. Trailer, who was born February 5th, 1847, and died August 31st, 1876. The record of their three children is as follows: Mary I., born November 28th, 1869, is the wrife of John M. Jones (extended mention of whom will be found elsewhere in this work) ; Arthur W., born September 2nd, 1873, died October 28th, 1873; Alice M., born August 28th, 1876, died August 30th, 1876.

Mr. Patterson took a niece of his to raise when she was 4 years old. Her name was Estella F. Burney, and she lived with him until she was married to Elmer Dilley, who is now deceased. She and her family live on a part of Mr. Patterson's large ranch.

Of the more than three score and ten years since Mr. Patterson was born, he has spent nearly every moment of the time within the boundaries of Dade County. He has seen the wonderful progress that Dade County has made, and we wish to refer the reader to an article prepared by Hon. Howard Ragsdale of Ash Grove, expressly for this

Mr. Patterson is a Democrat and always has been one, but he has never desired or sought office of any kind, preferring to spend his time and energy attending to his large business interests. He is a fine Christian gentleman, belonging to the Methodist Episcopal church, South. It is indeed a pleasure to meet and converse with this kindly, courteous old gentleman, and it makes one feel that life is surely worth living and that the fruits of a Christian life is well worth while. In eastern Dade County and western Greene County there is hardly a single man, woman or child who does not know Uncle Dave Patterson, and when his life's work here is finished and he has passed into the great beyond he will leave to us a memory and an example of a life well spent, and it should be and will be an inspiration to our children and their children's children to follow in the straight and narrow way, which always leads to wealth, health and happiness.

Was born in Grant County, Indiana, October 28th, 1843, son of Henry and Sarah Ann (Adamson) Patterson. His father was a native of Tennessee, while his mother was born in Ohio. They were descendants of the Patterson and Adamson families, early settlers in Indiana, emigrating from Kentucky and South Carolina and taking up government land in Indiana.

Henry Patterson was a veteran of the Civil war, serving in the Union army, and dying at Nashville in 1864, while his mother, Sarah Ann Patterson, lived many years after, dying in St. Joseph, Mo., in 1880, while visiting a daughter.

Henry arid Sarah Ann Patterson were the parents of 12 children, eight of whom are living. Lydia and Dora live in Kansas City, Andrew lives in Washington and Silas lives in Idaho. Maggie lives in Idaho, Jane lives in Montana, while Elizabeth lives in Kansas.

John Me. Patterson remained at home with his parents till the breaking out of the war. He had received but little education up to this time. He has been, however, a constant reader for a great many years, and is now considered a well-informed man upon all current topics. On the 1st day of October, 1861, he enlisted in Company E, Thirty-fourth Indiana Volunteer Infantry, under Captain Hunter, and later under Captain Harry L. Deam. His enlistment was for three years, but in 1863 he re-enlisted under the special veteran law, which provided that all soldiers after two years' service could veteranize for three years more, or during the war, and receive a bounty of $402. His second enlistment was in Company F, under Captain Spencer. His military experience was filled with many thrilling incidents and replete with active service. The Thirty-fourth rendezvoused at Camp Anderson, Madison, Ind., then to Jeffersonville, where they received their guns, and crossed the river to Louisville, Ky. After that they were stationed at New Haven, Ky., and Camp Wycliff. En 1862 they went via Ohio river to Padukah, Ky., then to New Madrid, Mo., during the seige. Afterward they were stationed at Tiptonville, to cut off the Confederate communication, and later were transported to Ft. Pillow, on the Mississippi river. At this point they were repulsed and retired back to New Madrid. From this point they were sent to Memphis and Helena, and from that point via the White river and Mississippi to St. Charles and Ball's Bluff, and then back to Helena, after starting to reinforce General Curtis at Prairie (/rove. They were stopped when the news came that General Curtis had won the battle. Mr. Patterson served on provost duty at Helena for a time, then went into Camp Willmington and drilled. At the beginning of tho Vicksburg campaign his regiment was marching south on the west side of the Mississippi river. After passing below Vicksburg an army of 35,000 men was ferried across the river by gunboats, which had successfully run the blockade, and commenced a march northward, when they were engaged at Magnolia Hills. In this battle Mr. Patterson's regiment made a charge, captured three field pieces, and in the engagement Mr. Patterson suffered a slight wound, but was not disabled, and on May 16th engaged in the battle of Champion Hills, where he was also slightly wounded. He participated in the seige of Vicksburg and was present when the city surrendered. From Vicksburg his regiment marched on and captured Jackson, Miss., thereby opening the river to the Union forces, after which his regiment was sent to New Orleans. Mr. Patterson relates an incident which occurred while General Grant was reviewing the troops. The general's horse became frightened and threw its rider into a pile of railroad iron. Mr. Patterson was the first man to reach the general's side, and assisted him in getting started to the hotel, where he was given first aid.

Mr. Patterson acted as orderly while on provost duty in New Orleans in 1864, after which his regiment was sent to Texas on guard duty, and was there until the close of the war, in 1865. He was mustered out in Brownsville February 3rd, 1866.

After the close of the war Mr. Patterson returned home to Indiana and purchased 80 acres of land from his father, where he engaged in farming after a few months.

On the 6th day of September, 1866, he was married to Sarah Deeren, who was born in Ohio January 17th, 1844, daughter of James and Nancy (Hineline) Deeren, both natives of Ohio. The Deerens were married in Ohio, but came to Indiana in 1851), and both died there.

Mr. and Mrs. Patterson are the parents of one child, Ida, born November 7th, 1872, married John Wilson, a native of Dade County, but later they moved to Visalia, Calif., where they now live. They have three children, Thomas Alvin, Doda Alice and Dicy Jane. Mr. and Mrs. Patterson have also raised one son of Mrs. Patterson's brother. His name is Omer Deeren, who now lives in the state of Washington.

Mr. Patterson came to Missouri in 1870 and located in Nodaway Comity, and after three years settled in Bates County, where lie remained 16 years, then, in 1889, ho settled in Greenfield, where he has resided ever since, except four years, which he spent in the state of Washington. He owns a small farm of 40 acres seven miles northwest of Greenfield and a fine suburban home in the city. He has been engaged in the meat market business in Greenfield at different times.

Politically Mr. Patterson is not only a Republican, but an outspoken one. He is a man of intense convictions, undaunted courage, and at times exhibits the same traits of character and temper which prompted men to follow ''Old Glory" through the storm of shot and shell. He is a prominent member of the G. A. R. at Greenfield, and is fearless in his stand upon all public questions involving right and wrong. This year (1917) he has taken up his residence in Colorado near Lamar.

Bosa Harvey Patterson

Born September 18th, 1874, in Rock Prairie Township, Dado County, Missouri. Lived on the farm with his parents, the late John A. Patterson and Mary L. Patterson, until he was about 16 years of age. His father was the champion "old-time fiddler" of his day, and Bosa never missed an opportunity to "play on Pap's fiddle" when he was sure his father would be away from home for the day. His father traded for an organ when "B. H." was about 12 years of age, and employed a teacher to give him a term of 24 music lessons. Needles to say, Bosa has 24 "Red Letter" days standing out in his memory. His chief occupation at that particular time was shaving 10 acres of "Postoak" new ground with a "grubbin' hoe," and the first glimpse of his "music teacher" coming down the road was sufficient to cause him to leave his "sprout-cutting" and hike for the house in quickstep time.

So that ended his musical education without outside help, but Bosa was determined to learn, and overlooked no opportunity to advance himself in music. He saved his pennies and nickels and bought music books and music and studied them, and when he was 16 he decided he could make more teaching music than he could cutting sprouts and clearing new grounds for his board. So lie quietly left home and got up a "music class." His father found him, but when it was learned that his earnings were more than enough to pay a full-grown, able-bodied hired man to take his place his father went home and hired the man, and helped Bosa collect from his pupils.

He began composing music when 15 years of age, and has written and composed over 50 pieces. Among those published, the most popular are: "I'm Longing for My Old Missouri Home," "McKinley's Funeral March," "Garden of the Gods" (two-step) ancV'Balanced Rock Waltz ." He publishes a catalogue of about 30 pieces for piano and organ.

Mr. Patterson is a piano tuner and rebuilder of several years' experience, and has held positions with some of the largest music houses in the central west.

October 28th, 1915, he married Mrs. Levada Hood Glasscock of Miller, Mo., and is now7 busy "living happily ever after" at their handsome home on West College street, Greenfield, Mo.

Benjamin C. Pemberton

Was born December 28th, 1842, son of E. D. and Elizabeth (Craig) Pemberton, early settlers of Dade County. He was married February 9th, 18G8, to Charity Marcum, who was born February 21st, 1850, daughter of Jonathan W. Marcum. Benjamin C. Pemberton died in Dade County August 16th, 1884, leaving a wife and four children, all of whom are now living:

(1) Leon H., born December 3rd, 1869, married Abbie W. Wike, a native of Illinois. They are now living in Polk Township, engaged in farming. They have seven children.

At the breaking out of the Civil war Benjamin C. Pemberton enlisted in Company A, Sixth Missouri Cavalry, and served for three years on the Union side. He was engaged in many battles, both in Missouri and in Arkansas. After the war he farmed part of his father's farm, so that his entire residence during life was upon the same farm. At his father's death he inherited 185 acres of the Pemberton homestead. Since his death his widow and children have continued to live on the same place. They have since purchased 40 acres, so that now the farm consists of 225 acres.

Mr. Pemberton was a Eepublican, a member of the Cumberland Presbyterian church, and also a member of the G. A. R. His family are also members of the Cumberland Presbyterian church.

Mrs. Pemberton and her boys run the farm, raising quite a number of sheep and hogs, are engaged in general farming, and have ISO acres in cultivation. Virgil and Benjamin reside on the farm at home with their mother. Both are Republicans. Virgil was township collector for two years and also clerk of the school board.

Leon lived at home and managed the farm for a number of years, but is now farming on his own acount in Polk Township. Leon and wife have an interesting family of seven children:

A more extended record of the military services of Benjamin C. Pemberton will be found in the history of his company, which was commanded by Captain William A. Kirby, but it is not out of place to state at this time that he was in the battle of Wet Glaze in 1861, and Lynn Creek. He also was engaged with Price's army at Sugar Creek and in the battle defeating General Coffey in 1862. He did considerable scout duty and was in the battle of Newtonia in 1862, and also at Prairie Grove December 7th, 1862. Witnessed the destruction of several steam boats at Van Buren, Ark., and belonged to the command which drove General Marmaduke out of Missouri in 1863. After this he served mostly on scout and guard duty.

Hon. William S. Pelts

The subject of this sketch is a native Missourian to the manor born, having first seen the light of day in Dade County April 10th, 1871. He was the third of seven children born to Benjamin Pelts and Christina Holmes Pelts, the former being now a resident of Lawrence County, his mother having departed this life March 2nd, 1884. His father was a veteran of the Civil war, having served in the Union army for about two years. Of the seven children five are still living. Pleasant Pelts lives in Ash Grove, Reuben Timothy lives in Lawrence County about three miles south of Ash Grove, John Wesley Pelts is a resident of Stotts City, Mo., while Martha intermarried with one Ed Brown and resides in Lawrence County about six miles south of Ash Grove.

first employment being that of a farm hand at $12.50 per month. Becoming weary of the monotony of farm life, he followed the Santa Fe trail into the territory of New Mexico, and for three years followed mining, railroading and ranching, and at the age of 20 years returned home and invested his savings in a drill-rig. This occupation he followed for many years, investing the proceeds in a -10-acre tract of land lying some three miles southeast of Kingspoint, and he also purchased a homestead relinquishment on the 40 acres adjoining. It was upon this latter tract that he discovered the famous Pelts Lead Mine about the year 11)00. After the discovery of the lead, he made a cash entry upon his homestead, and with great energy and enthusiasm sunk a shaft more than 100 feet deep to the mineral deposit. At this juncture Mr. Pelts sold the mine and 30 acres of land to some Kansas City promoters on the installment plan, but the mine was never worked. Later he purchased and improved a 491 -j-acre tract in the same neighborhood, upon which he now resides. Though small in acreage, it is a splendid stock farm, with plenty of living water and a commodious 80-ton silo. From this farm Mr. Pelts feeds and ships one car of cattle and a number of hogs each year.

On the llth day of January, 1900, he was married to Eliza Sanders, a native Missouri girl, and to this union was born a daughter, (Jladys. His wife departed this life April 15th, 1915. Gladys then became his housekeper, and, although- but 13 years of age, kept the home, attended school, and developed a remarkable musical talent, for which in after years she may become famous.

Religiously Mr. Pelts is a member of the Christian church, of which he has been an elder for five years, and is at this time the president of the County Sunday School Association. In politics he is a staunch Republican. In early life Mr. Pelts had a burning desire to become a lawyer, and to accomplish that end about 20 years ago he entered the law office of Mann & Talbut at the county seat and delved into the intricacies of Blackstone for a period of two years, when his party called him for a standard-bearer in the campaign of 1902, at which time lie was elected by an overwhelming majority to the Missouri legislature, and he served with distinction for two years. At the close of his legislative term the call of the woodland and the scent of burning brush in the spring time induced him to take up his permanent abode on the farm, where he followed the simple life until the campaign of 1916, when he again entered politics, and was again elected to the Missouri General Assembly.

Educationally Mr. Pelts is not a college graduate, but he is a man of broad attainments, well-read and a live wire in matters of public welfare. His one object and aim in life has been to "make Bade County a better place in which to live," and in this effort he has achieved his greatest success. He has succeeded in impressing his personality upon every enterprise in which he has taken part, and in every movement which had for its purpose the betterment of humanity he could always be counted upon as being upon the right side.

Fraternally Mr. Pelts is an Odd Fellow, having attained the Encampment degree, filled all the chairs in the subordinate lodge, and is also a Rebekah and a member of Pennsboro lodge No. 838. The value of such citizenship as is exemplified by the life of Mr. Pelts is hard to estimate, but it is the solid rock upon which the future greatness of the countv is founded.

James M. Pickett

Was born in Kenton County, Kentucky, October 1st, 1843, son of A. W. and Polly Pickett, who came to Dade County in 1856, overland, with ox teams and one horse team. James M. was 12 years old at that time, and drove an ox team. His father and mother exchanged land in Kentucky for about 200 acres of land in Dade County. They settled on this land in Sac Township and remained there until the date of their death. His father died in 1880 and his mother in 1872. There were 10 children in this family, James M. being the seventh.

James M. Pickott was at home going to school when the war broke out. lie enlisted in Company L, Eighth Missouri A7olunteer Cavalry, under Captain Ruark. He served over three years and was mustered out at Springfield, Mo. He was engaged in many battles and skirmishes, including the battles of Pea Ridge, Elk Horn, Lone Jack, Wilson Creek and Springfield, and saw almost active, continuous service from the day of his enlistment. He was captured once at Greenfield, but on account of his youth was released. He had many narrow escapes and thrilling adventures, having had one horse shot from under him, one bullet hole through his hat and many through his clothing. lie served in several different companies and regiments. Besides his last enlistment, he served in the Sixth Missouri Cavalry, but was so small and so young that he was shifted, but finally landed in the Eighth, where he remained until his final discharge. After the war he returned home, and on August 6th, 1865. married Catharine Underwood, and went to farming. He bought 120 acres of land in North Township and stayed there- till 1907, when he went west, visiting Colorado, California, Kentucky and Utah, spending some five years. His wife died April 18th, 1907.

to Sarah E. (Davis) Hoskins, widow of John L. Hoskins, once a farmer of Dade County, lie died in Kansas in 1889. She was a daughter of John W. and Armazinda (Lack) Davis. Her father came from Tennessee in an early day, was a veteran of the Civil war and a prominent man of affairs. Her first husband, John L. Hoskins, came to Dade County with his father from Illinois at he age of 4 years. He was educated in Dade County, married here, and moved to Arkansas, and later on to Kansas, where he died. Four children were born of this marriage:

Mr. Pickett is a Republican in politics and is practically retired from active business, but resides, with his wife, on a little farm three miles north of Greenfield. He is an active member of the G. A. K. post at Greenfield, also a member of the A. F. & A. M., also of Greenfield, and in former years was active in school matters, frequently being elected on the board of directors.

Judge W. N. Poe

Born in Dade County, Missouri, April 25th, 1846, son of John AV. and Matilda Ann (Ferguson) Poe, both natives of Tennessee. Soon after their marriage they emigrated to Arkansas and later, in 1840, they came to Dade County. At first they rented land north of Greenfield, but in 1855 they bought some 300 acres, part of which is still in the Poe family.

AV. N. Poe owns 120 acres, upon which he built a good house and convenient outbuildings. He remained at home until the death of his father, which occurred in 18f>3. At that time they were living on rented land west of Greenfield, their buildings having been burned by the "Bush-whackers." Their fine home had been swept away. This double calamity placed the care of a widowed mother and fight children upon Mr. Poe, then n mere lad of 17 years. Soon after the death of the father, mother and son decided to return to the home place, desolate as it was, there being neither buildings nor fences left. It was a hard task, but they took up their abode in what was afterward used for a smoke-house until fall, when they erected a log cabin. lie cultivated a small crop that year, a Union soldier having given him an old cavalry horse which was pretty well worn out, but during the summer, when most needed, the old horse died, but luck favored him. He later secured a horse from Uncle Jesse Garver, and managed to pull through the season with success.

In the year 1893 Mr. Poe was again married, this time to Mrs. Sarah E. (Hampton) Watson, widow of William Watson. She was the mother of seven children by Mr. Watson, five girls and two boys, five of whom are living. Otto lives on the old Watson homestead west of Greenfield, two daughters are in Lamar, Colo., and two daughters are in Sparks, Nev.

Mr. Poe is an active Republican and has served three terms as associate judge of the county court. Has served on the local school board as director many years, and has also been road overser. Fraternally he is an Odd Fellow and a member of the Presbyterian church.

Just before the close of the Civil war Mr. Poe enlisted in the Union army, but peace was declared before the regiment was mustered into service.

Arthur Poe

A son of Judge W. N. Poe, born in Dade County, Missouri, September 1st, 1875. Received his education in the district schools of Washington Township. He started in life upon his own account when but 16 years of age, working out for neighbors as a farm hand, and later on spent about one and one-half years in railroad construction work, after which lie returned home and cropped with his father for about three years. On the 20th day of October, 1S(J4, he was married to Miss Viola Poor, a native of Dade ' "ounty, born near Grenfield May llth, 1875, daughter of Edmond and Sarah (Cotner) Poor, both natives of Indiana, where they were married. The Poors came to Dade County immediately after the war and settled in Greenfield. He was a shoemaker by trade. They came overland in covered wagons, and for many years he followed his trade in the county seat. Later in life they retired to a farm of 100 acres near Greenfield, where they both died, the husband surviving the wife many years. They are both buried in the Greenfield cemetery. They were both members of the Baptist church, and Mr. Poor was a Democrat.

At the time of his marriage Mr. Poe bought 40 acres of land in Washington Township and moved upon it, occupying a small log cabin. Here he worked, clearing out the land, fencing and otherwise improving. He built a new house, barn and other outbuildings, and bought 123 acres of land adjoining, making a farm of 163 acres. In 1IU2 they had the misfortune of losing their dwelling hou^e by fire, and were obliged to move to another part of the farm and occupy buildings built prior to the war. They lived here two years, when Mr. Poe built a fine seven-room dwelling house, where they now live. Tt is one of the best farm residences in the county. The farm now consists of 120 acres, lying two miles east and south of Greenfield, where he conducts a general farming and feeding business, principally raising mules for the market. Mr. and Mrs. Foe are the parents of six children, five of whom are living:

Mr. Foe is a Republican in politics, and both himself and wife are members of the Cumberland Presbyterian church. Fraternally Mr. Foe is a member of the I. 0. 0. F. and the W. 0. AV., both of South Greenfield.

Mr. Foe's farm gives evidence of being well cultivated, and the surroundings are both picturesque and attractive. Springs, which everywhere abound, and good wells furnish a never-failing supply of water, and the lands are especially adapted to grazing.

David Lee Poe

Was born in Washington Township, Dade County, Missouri, December 15th, 1880, son of Judge W. N. Foe, who came to Dade County from Arkansas while yet a baby in arms, and who still resides on a part of the old homestead in Washington Township, at the age of 71 years. He has been prosperous and is now enjoying the quietude of a retired life on the farm. He enlisted for service in the Union army near the close of the war when less than

20 years of age, but peace was declared before his regiment was mustered into the service. W. N. Poe was a Republican, an official member of the Presbyterian church and served as judge of the county court for three terms.

His mother, Louisa (Cecil) Poe, was born in Johnson County, Missouri, of North Carolina parentage, and departed this life in 1888, and is buried in Johnson County. Her parents at one time lived in Dade County, but later returned to Johnson County. She was the mother of four children:

(4) David L., the subject of this sketch, was raised on a farm and attended the common schools of the county. Was always a farmer. In March, 1911, he was elected superintendent of the Dade County Poor Farm, and has held the position continuously since that time, to the entire satisfaction of the County Court and the inmates of that infirmary.

On the 18th day of March, 1900, he was married to Mary Poor, a native of Dade County, born December 6th, 1SS0, daughter of Edwin and Sarah (Cotner) Poor, her lather and mother being early settlers of the county, coming from Indiana. Mary was one of a family of six children. Her father was a veteran of the civil war, whose eyesight was greatly impaired in line of service.

the Republican ticket. Mr. Poe is an ideal farmer and a splendid official. lie and his wife have managed the County Farm in a way and manner which reflects much credit on them and a source of pride to the inhabitants of the county in general.

J. H. Poe

One of the prosperous, energetic business men of the county was born in the state of Tennessee November 7th, 1871. His father, F. M. Poe, and mother, Sarah Ann (Russell) Poe, were both natives of the same state, wore married there, and came to Dado County in 1874 and settled near Kings Point. Both are now deceased. F. M. Poe was a farmer by occupation, and died May 26th, 1890, his wife surviving him by almost 20 years, and died in February, 1909. Both are buried in Dade County.

J. H. Poe was their only child. He remained at home until the death of his parents. He first started in the mercantile business at South Greenfield in 1889, and conducted a grocery store at that place till 1904, when he purchased a farm of 160 acres in South and Smith Townships from Uncle Ben Mudspoth. This particular tract of ]and bears the distinction of never having been mortgaged. Mr. Poe occupied this farm until the year 1914, during which time he built a new dwelling, erected large barns, re-fenced with woven-wire, drilled a deep well, and put it in first-class condition, so that now it is one of the "show places" of the county.

Having the commercial instinct, and possessing the energy and ambition to conduct a dual business, in March, 1914, Mr. Poe purchased the J. W. Griffin stock of general merchandise at Pennsboro, and in 1915 became the owner of the fine, double-decked brick business house, 27x100 feet, which he filled with a $7,000 stock of goods, consisting of dry goods, general furnishings, groceries, medicines, shoes, and, in fact, everything usually kept in- a general store. Elegant living quarters are arranged in this building, making it both comfortable and convenient.

On the 23rd day of November, 1890, Mr. Poe married Laura E. Fuqua, who was born November 23rd, 1875, a daughter of William and Martha E. Fuqua. William Fuqua departed this life August 25th, 1903, having some time prior to his death retired from active business. Her mother still lives in South Greenfield.

(2) Willie Marion, born December 26th, 1894, married Alfred Long in August, 1912, and they now live on the home place. They have one child, Leona Aleen, born April 1st, 1914.

Mr. Poe is an active Democrat, and was assessor of Smith Township three terras. Himself and family are members of the Baptist church, as also were his father arid mother before him. His fraternal relations are in keeping with his fraternal nature, having membership in the A. F. & A. M. at Greenfield, and with the I. 0. 0. F. and W. 0. W. at Pennsboro.

Mr. Poe is a public-spirited citizen of that commendable type which places action above words. He is an enthusiastic "good roads" booster, and a staunch advocate of the very best possible schools for the rural communities. He is a man who takes great pride in his business, both in the store and on the farm. He is a breeder of registered Poland-China hogs, and the general appoint- ments and conveniences of his farm adds much to its attractiveness, as well as value. Mr. Poe is a stockholder in the Bank of Pennsboro, and keeps in close touch with all the enterprises of his community, both social, domestic, as well as financial and fraternal.