Lafayette County, Missouri - The whole text, 1881 (part 15 of 19)

Rev. S. B. Whiting

Baptist minister, P. O. Dover. Is a native of Massachusetts, born in Boston January 26, 1836. His father moved to Missouri in 1837, settling in Warsaw, Benton county. Here S. B. obtained his education and grew to manhood. In 1855 he came to Dover, this county, and engaged in the mercantile business, which he followed for six years. Afterwards he studied medicine with Dr. Baer for one year. In 1861 he was married to Miss Virginia Webb, of this county, by whom he has seven children, as follows: Ella C, Virginia B., Mary E., Samuel B., Jr., Philip G., Lilly M., and Leverett. In the same year of his marriage he enlisted in the confederate service, Company C, Col. Grave's regiment, under Gen. Price. He entered as a private, but for meritorious conduct, was promoted to the command of a compan}'. He participated in the battles of Carthage, Wilson Creek, Drywood, Lexington, Pea Ridge, and other minor engagements, too numerous to mention. In 1862 he was taken prisoner on the Osage river, near Johnstown and was held for nearly a vear at Leavenworth. Cap't. Whiting was honorably discharged in the spring of 1863. After the war he was engaged in farming until 1870, when he entered the ministry, and since which time he has devoted his attention exclusively to the preaching of the gospel. He was licensed in 1870, and ordained in 1871 at Dover. At the present time he has in charge the churches of Waverly, Higginsville, and Greentown, this county. His father was at one time a very wealthy man, being a banker in Boston, but was broken up by the panic of '36. Mr. Whiting is one of Lafayette's substantial and most influential citizens, honored as a man and revered as a pastor by all who know him.

R. W. Cox

capitalist, P. O. Dover. The subject of this sketch is a native of Missouri; born in this county May 29, 1836. He first saw the light of day w within a few hundred yards ot where he now resides. His father was emphatically a pioneer, being the first settler in that neighborhood, and having been obliged to hew his way in with an axe. R. W. was partially educated in the schools at Dover, also attending, for one term, the unniversity at Columbia. Left this county in the spring of 1853, going to California; after an absence of two and one-half years he returned and entered Jones' commercial college at St. Louis, from which he graduated with distinction, in 1859. After graduating he engaged in the mercantile trade, which he followed for several years at Dover. During the progress of war he spent the greater part of his time in California. Having returned, he ao-ain entered the mercantile arena, which he occupied until 1868, when he retired from business with a competency, the result of good management and steady application to business. January 19, 1875, Mr. Cox had the misfortune to be afflicted with a paralytic stroke which disabled him for a time, and from which he has never completely recovered, but is greatly improved. May 13, 1875, he was married to Miss Lucy Fleming, of this county. They have had three children, two of whom are now living: Ozite and Edgar. Mr. Cox has placed himself under the medical treatment of Dr. Price, of Buffalo, who entertains warm hopes of his ultimate recovery. He is the wealthiest man in this section; an honorable man and an influential citizen; a man who is liberal with his wealth in any rational scheme for the advancement of the public interest and to whom all look for advice and counsel.

pastor of M. E. church, south. P. O. Dover. Was born in Penn., near Pittsburg, February 9, 1820. Was reared and educated in his native state, graduating from Alleghany College, at Meadville, in 1841. He at once entered upon the high and honorable calling of an expositor of the scriptures, for which he is so eminently fitted, both by temperament and education. During an uninterrupted term of 35 years, in which he has been engaged in the ministry, he has been pastor of the following various churches: Fairmount, Marion county, one year; Harrison county Va., two years; Monroe county, Ohio, one year: Elizabethtown, Marshall county Va.; Caball county Va.; Charleston Va.; Point Pleasant and Buffalo, in Mason county; Charleston again, when he was transferred to the St. Louis conference: Independence, two years, Westport, Jackson county, Lexington four years, where he was the only minister allowed to preach during the winter of '62. Brownsville, Saline county, two years; Miami, two years; Independence again two years; Brownsville again two years, and Dover, where he now resides as pastor of the M. E. church south, of that place. He also preaches at Higginsville, Corder and Three Groves. While in Caball county, he was appointed principal of Marshall Academy, and afterwards acted as agent of Marshall College, in same county, superintending its erection. June 1, 1848, he was united in marriage to Miss Margaret Kayne, of Marshall county, Va., by whom he has two children, Florence V. and Lucy. His wife dying, he was married the second time, January 1857, to Miss Alvira Early, of Kanawha county, Va., a sister of Gen. Early. By this marriage he has four children, all living: Robert E., Hattie, William and Samuel. Mr. McFarland owns one of the finest libraries in the country. He is enjoying excellent health, notwithstanding his arduous duties and close application to the same. Has traveled quite extensively through the east, and is shortly intending to take a brief, much needed vacation, and visit the western coast. He is very popular with his people, preaching in practice as well as by precept.

farmer and stockraiser. P. O. Corder. The subject of the following sketch is a native of this state and county; born in 1841, October 10. Was raised on a farm and educated in the county of his birth. His father was one of the pioneer settlers of this county, coming here some 50 years ago. At the opening of the civil war,, he enlisted in the confederate service under Gen. Shelby. April 1868, he was married to Mary E. Slusher, a daughter of Henry Slusher, of this county. By this union he has six children: Olla, Francis C, John, Forrest, Mary E. and Martha. Mr. Woods has traveled quite extensively during his lifetime, and is now located on a fine farm of 120 acres; has a fine residence, convenient barn and outhouses, and all the appurtenances necessary to a well regulated farm. He has a splendid young orchard of 100 trees. He is a member of the A. F. and A. M. Dover lodge, No. 122. Has been W. M. of said lodge for two years. Is also a member of the P. of H. Lafayette Grange, No. 305. Is an active and worthy member of the Baptist church at Dover.

Rev. W. T. Eastwood

local pastor of M. E. Church south, and merchant, P. O. Dover; a native of this state and county, born October 12th, 1841; was educated at the Masonic college at Lexington. After completing the prescribed course at college, he engaged as clerk in a grocery store at Lexington for a while, and afterwards in a hardware store. In September, of 1861, he enlisted as private in the confederate army, company A, Col. Bledsoe's regiment, under Gen. Raines; was engaged in the following battles: Pea Ridge, Cane Creek and other minor engagements; was mustered out during the summer of 1862. Returning home he engaged in a mercantile business at Dover. In 1869 he was married to Miss Sarah Ustick, a native of this county. They have three children: Gertrude, Susan and Elizabeth. Mrs. Eastwood is a graduate of the Baptist college, at Lexington, Mo., in charge of Dr. E. S. Dulin, at that time. Rev. Mr. E. preaches at Three Groves, Higginsville and Corder; expects to join the S. E. Mo. Conference this fall and go into active service as a preacher of the gospel. His parents were natives of Virginia, and came to this county at an early day; owns considerable property in Dover and has a hardware and grocery store at same place. Is a man of influence, and a hearty coadjutor in any enterprise of public interest.

John P. Hickman

merchant, P. O. Dover; born in Saline county, Mo., April 3, 1850. His parents went to Jefferson City when he was quite young, and from there moved to Lexington, this county, wnere they lived until 1877, at which time they went to Dover, this county; was educated at Lexington; followed the business of tanning and farming during the early part of his life,' afterwards engaging in the mercantile business which he is still following in Dover. August, 1877, he was married to Mattie B. Phleger, daughter of Mr. Allen Phleger, of Lafayette county. By this union he had two children, one of whom is now living, Clara Pauline. His father is a native of North Carolina, and is now living in Corder engaged in the hotel business; he was formerly at Lexington conducting a grocery business. Mr. H. spent the summer of '75 in Colorado, prospecting; is a member in good standing of I. O. O. F. Orion Lodge, 45; also a member of K. of P. of Lexington, and also of I. O. G. T. of Dover, and a member of the Baptist church of Dover; is superintendent of the Sunday-school.

Elias Miers

plasterer and farmer, P. O. Dover; was born in Frederick county, Va., October 29th, 1829; reared and educated in his native state. In his youth he learned the trade of plastering, which he followed for some time before leaving Virginia. In the spring of '57 he came to Missouri, settling in this county, where he has followed his profession in connection with his farming. In October, 1864, he enlisted in the confederate service, company B, Col. Gordon's cavalry, under Gen. Shelby. He took part in the battles of Independence, Westport, Carthage and other engagements in which his command participated; was honorably discharged on the 13th of June, 1865. In 1860, February 9th, he was married to Miss Sally Lovelady, of this county, and whose parents were among the first settlers in Lafayette county, and also the first cduple married in the county. Mrs. Lovelady gave birth to the first pair of twins born in the county. Mr. and Mrs. Miers have three children living: Mary E., Berty V. and Emma L. Mr. M. owns a splendid farm of 124 acres. Mrs. Lovelady, the mother-in-law of Mr. M. is living with him ; she is the daughter of Solomon Cox, who was one of the first settlers in the county, if not the first. She is now 88 years of age, in excellent health for a person of her age; rides horseback. Mrs. L. can tell manv an interesting anecdote of "pioneer life" in this county.

Allen Phleger

P. O. Dover; of the firm of Hickman & Co., merchants and stock dealers, is a native of Missouri, born in this county, July 10, 1829. Was raised and educated in his native county. His father owning a large farm, he kept the young man out of mischief by training him in agricultural pursuits. At the age of 21 he engaged in operating a saw-mill, which business he followed at times for twenty years. Afterward was engaged in farming and stock raising. In December, 1877, he became identified with the firm of J. P. Hickman & Co., merchants. In 1856 he was united in marriage to Miss M. Fox, of this county. They have one child: Mattie B., wife of J. P. Hickman. Mr. P's parents were natives of Virginia, and came to this county in 1828, settling on Tabo creek, two miles west of the present site of Dover. They belong to that class who endured trials and hardships, in the early settlement of this county, of which the present generation, in their comfortable homes, know very little of. " All honor to the hardy pioneers." His wife's parents came from Tennessee to Missouri in 1817 and in the spring of 1818, came to this county, therefore being one of the first families here. Mr. Fox died at the ripe age of 76, having lived beyond the full time allotted to man. He came herein the same year that Solomon Cox did, 1818.

Jeremiah C. Butler

carriage maker, P. O. Dover. The subject of this sketch is a native of Jefferson county, Virginia, born February 25, 1845. When J. was 17 years of age, his father moved his family to Lexington, this county. Being a miller and millwright, he erected a mill for McGraw & Bros., of Lexington, which he operated for a number of years. In the spring of 1861 he enlisted in the confederate army, company A, Gordon's regiment, under Gen. Price. Held the rank of first lieutenant. He participated in the following battles, in all of which he acquitted himself, as a brave soldier and an. honorable gentleman: Lexington, Springfield, Prairie Grove, Cowskin Prairie, Shreveport, Helena, Corinth, Ballstown and other minor engagements. Was mustered out at Shreveport May, 1865. He then returned to Lexington, and engaged in the carriage making business, which he followed there for ten years. In 1876 he went to Dover, where he has since resided engaged in the same business. October 10, 1872, he was married to Miss Anna Hill, of Greenton, this county. They have four children: Delia, Ferdie, Johnie, Otis. Mr. B's parents are natives of Virginia. His wife's were born in this state. While in the army he was chief musician, under Gen. Parsons. His talents in this line were of the highest order, in token of which he was presented with a beautiful drum with brass hoops and lignum-vitae sticks, while at Shreveport. He had the best field band in the trans-Mississippi department. The presentation was made by the general inspector of arms, of said department. Mr. Butler is a thriving, intelligent, business man, respected by his fellow citizens.

Gegrge W. Marquis

teacher, postoffice, Dover. Is a native of this state and county, born Oct. 23, 1840. Was educated at the Old Masonic College at Lexington. After leaving school he served an apprenticeship at blacksmithing, which trade he followed until the opening of the civil war. Located in Lexington. May. 17, 1861, he enlisted in the confederate service, . company G, Col. McCullough's regiment, under Gen. Price. Engaged in the following battles: Wilson's Creek, Elk Horn, Corinth and various minor engagements. At the battle of Collinsville he was shot in the right side, the ball striking a rib and glancing around came out at the left side, a narrow escape. Was taken prisoner at Moscow, Tenn., and taken to Alton, Ills., where he was detained ten months. Was mustered out May 17, 1865, at Columbus, having served four years to a day. After the war he located at Oakland, engaged in blacksmithing. In 1866, he engaged in the mercantile business, which he followed for one year. He afterwards engaged in teaching, which occupation he followed until Sept. 1880, teaching a greater part of the time in Mississippi. At the time above mentioned, he came to this county, locating at Dover. He expects to resume teaching again this fall. December 23, 1869, he was married to Miss Mary F. Bell, of Tallahatchie county, Miss. They have two children: Willie and Claude. Mr. M's father came to this county in 1819, at the age of twelve years being one of the pioneer settlers of this county. He died in 1861. Mr. M. is a member of A. F. & A. M., Glasgow Lodge, 354, Miss. Also a member of K. of P., Amity Lodge, 982, Pope Station, Miss. Also of I. O. G. T., Dover Lodge, 221. Is a worthy and consistent member of the Christian church.

blacksmith and merchant, postoffice, Dover. The subject of this sketch is a native of Marion county, Mo., born May 6, 1822. His parents moved from Marion to Polk county, Mo., in 1832, where his father opened up a farm, he being the second man to put in a crop of corn in the county. They lived in Polk county eight years. John then started out into the world for himself, going to Texas, where he remained for two years. He then returned to Hannibal, Marion county, where he learned his trade, serving an apprenticeship of four and a half years with John S. Herrick, of that place. In 1847, April 27th, he was married to Miss Lucinda Bryant, of Ralls county, a native of Virginia, hy whom he has one child: John J. His wife dying, he was again married to Mrs. Elizabeth Estes, nee Franklin. On account of his wife's ill health, Mr. McAbel spent the greater portion of the time until 1877, in travering through various counties of the state, seeking a congenial climate. During his travels he located for a short time in each of the following places: Lexington, Waverly, Malta Bend, Arrow Rock, Jacksonville, Randolph county, Macon City, Macon county, Bloomington, same county, Waverly again and then in 1877 coming to Dover, where he now resides. He is a member of the A. F. & A. M., Dover Lodge, 122, and also of the I. O. G. T., Dover Lodge, 221. Is also a member in good standing of the M. E. church, south. Mr. McA. is the founder of the Alpha Lodge, at Waverly, and through his influence the lodge at Dover was formed. He has been a Good Templar since '.'>7. Is the " village blacksmith " of Dover, and is doing a splendid business in his line. Is an influential man and a good citizen.

Alfred O. Downing

P. O. Page City, Mo. The young gentleman whose name heads this sketch, and who is one of the enterprising farmers of the vicinity of Page City, was born in Lexington, Ky., May 3, 1849. He is the son of Samuel Downing, Sr., who died in this county in 1876. His mother was Miss Amanda Offatt, a native of Kentucky, where she also died. His father then, in 1856, married Miss Margaret Combs, of Lexington, Ky., his second wife, who, after his death, married Judge Walker, of Lexington, Mo. In 1857, when between seven and eight years old, Alfred moved with his father to Boonville, Mo., and after a year's residence there, they moved to this county, and settled on a tract of 440 acres of land in Dover township, upon part of which Alfred now lives. He was educated at White's Seminary at Dover. He was too young to take any part in the civil war, though his sympathies were with the South, and a brother served four years under Shelby. On the 22d of September, 18S0, he was married to Miss Lura Logan, daughter of Henry Logan, deceased, of Parkersburg, Va. They have one child, a daughter named Mary, born June 27, 1881.

Samuel Downing

P. O. Page City, Mo. One of the old battle-scarred veterans of Shelby's famous command, was born in Lexington, Ky., August 12, 1842. Concerning his parents, Samuel and Amanda Downing, see biography of his

1858, where he has since lived. He was partly raised and educated in Kentucky, and partly at Dover, in this county. He was raised on a farm and has never followed any other calling. In 1861 he volunteered in Company " A," 3d Mo. Cav., the first company of Shelby's old brigade, which was organized by Shelby himself. The regiment was commanded by Col. Frank Gordon. About twelve months after he enlisted, the regiment was put into Shelby's brigade, mostly recruited from this county. His company being the oldest and best drilled in the brigade, they generally had the brunt to bear in battle, and when picked men were chosen for special and daring service, they were generally taken from Company " A " of Gordon's regiment. Mr. Downing served the entire four years under Shelby, being in nearly all the battles west of the river, Pea Ridge, Oak Hill, Little Rock, Prairie Grove, Hartsville, Springfield, Marshall, Lexington, the Big and Little Blue, Westport, etc., etc. He was altogether in about two hundred fights. He was never seriously wounded, and had his horse shot under him. He was twice captured, once in 1861 in Bates County, Mo., by Jim Lane, was paroled, and returned to this county on foot. He was then dragged, with his father, to Lexington and imprisoned in a dungeon by Capt. Clayton, of the Kansas troops, who refused to recognize Lane's parole. He was, however, released in a short time, and made his way at once to Shelby, considering that his arrest by Clayton released him from his parole. He was again captured, in 1865, at Duval's Bluff, Ark., taken to Little Rock, where he was at the surrender. He was released in April, 1865. and reached home in May, since which time he has lived on his farm, but a short distance from the home and farm of his old leader, Gen. Shelby. Mr. Downing has never been married. As he was a good soldier, so he has proved a good citizen, and stands high among his neighbors, who are, many of them, his old comrades.

Frederick D. Fulkerson

deceased. Though no longer among the living, Mr. Fulkerson will long be remembered among the old citizens of Lafayette county. He was born in Lee county, Virginia, March 17, 1809, and was the son of Peter and Margaret Fulkerson. He was raised and educated in Lee county, and moved to Missouri in 1S56. Being raised on a farm, he never followed any other calling. He operated a large farm in Virginia, and owned there a large body of slaves. Having sold his land in Virginia, in 1856, he moved his family and slaves to this county, where he purchased a large farm, on which his widow still resides. They moved from Virginia to Louisville, Kentucky, in wagons, and there embarked on the river, by which they came to this county, two and one-half miles southwest of Hig- ginsville, where he continued to live until his death. He was twice married - first to Miss Nancy A. Dunn, May 31, 1842, daughter of John Dunn, a Scotch gentleman who had settled in Lee county, Virginia. She lived about seven years, and died December 5, 1849. His second marriage was February 16, 1851, to Miss W. Melissa Dunn, a younger sister of his first wife, who now survives him. By his first marriage he had one son and three daughters living; all married except one daughter. By his last union he had ten children, six of whom are living. Mr. Fulkerson took no part in the civil war, but remained quietly at home. He was always a union man and strongly opposed secession. He was driven from his home for a short time. He was a member of the Presbyterian church, as was also both his wives. He also belonged to the masonic order, though he attended no lodge after coming to this state. He suffered greatly with rheumatism prior to his death, but died peacefully July 18, 1868. In his death the county lost a first-class citizen, and his family a faithful husband and father.

Benjamin C. Ridge

P. O. Higginsville, Missouri; son of one of the oldest citizens of this part of the county where he now resides. His father, Wm. Ridge, died in May, 1874. He emigrated to this state and county in 1834, from Adair county, Kentucky, and settled on the farm where his son now lives, between two and three miles southwest of Higginsville. Benjamin C. was born in Adair county, Kentucky, September 20, 1833, and came with his father to this county the next year, 1834, where he was raised on a farm and educated. During the border war in Kansas, he went there to lay claims, and to assist the pro-slavery side in the struggle - was not, however, engaged in any of the fights. In 1861 he volunteered in the 3d Missouri cavalry, Gordon's regiment, under Gen. Shelby. He served throughout the war, and was in the battles of Cathage, Wilson's Creek, Lexington, Prairie Grove, Mark's Mill, Jenkins' Ferry, Little Rock to Camden, in Shelby's raid, and in the battles of Price's last raid. He was wounded in the Westport battle in 1864. After the war he returned to this county and to farming; in which he has since been engaged. May 8, 1866, he was married' to Miss Winnie R. Warren, daughter of Anderson Warren, one of the pioneers of the county. He has had six children, five of them now living. Both himself and wife are members of the Christian church.

Thomas Shelby

postoffice, Lexington, Mo. Was born in Marion county, near Lebanon, Ky., Sept. 23, 1818, and is the son of William and Nancy Shelby, {nee Edmonson). Both his parents were natives of Virginia. He was educated and raised partly in Kentucky, and partly in Missouri. In 1836 he came with his father to this county, and shortly after purchased land between Lexington and Dover, on the old state road. He was raised on a farm, and has devoted his life to agricultural pursuits. He took no active part in the war, many circumstances combining to keep him at home, but did what he could to aid the southern cause. He has had a large experience as a trader in negroes and mules, which he pursued before the war. His father had increased his landed possessions to 2000 acres at his death, of which Thomas now owns about 1100 acres, improved, with an elegant residence. He was married in January 1838, to Miss Nancy H. Gordon, daughter of Geo. H. Gordon, a native of Kentucky, who was once surveyor of this county. His first wife died, April 21, 1876. He again married in Dec. 1877, to Miss Margaret R. Huston, of Ohio. By his first marriage he had thirteen children, five of whom are now living. By his last marriage he has had no children. He is a member of the Christian church, and has been since 1818, to which his first wife also belonged. His present wife belongs to the Episcopal church. His children are members of the Christian church.

Travis Buford

P. O. Lexington, Mo. The subject of this sketch was born Oct. 1, 1847, raised and educated in this county, and has always lived here. His father, Manville T. Buford, is a citizen of this county. His mother, Elizabeth Buford, was a daughter of Wm. Shelby, deceased. He was raised on a farm, which is now and has been his vocation. He has a fine farm of 325 acres six miles east of Lexington, and for years past he has been largely engaged in dealing in stock - buying, feeding and shipping. He was first married on the 9th of December, 1866, to Miss Alice Shelby, daughter of Thomas Shelby, who was also his cousin. She died in 1870, and he subsequently married Miss Mattie Gordon, daughter of Linn B. Gordon, of this countv. By his first marriage he has one son named William, and by his second two sons: Linn B. and Manville T. He is not a church member, but is a Mason. Mrs. Buford is a member of the Christian church.

Andrew J. Slusher

P. O. Dover, Mo. Was born in the old Slusher homestead in this county, four miles west of Dover, March 5, 1829, and is the son of Christopher Slusher, who came from Virginia to this county in 1828. He was raised and educated here, and has lived here all his life, engaged in farming. He was a southern sympathiser, and joined the confederate army in 1861, during Price's last raid, and was engaged in nearly all the fights of the retreat. After the war closed he returned home and gave his attention to his farm. He had, of course, lost his slaves, and nearly all his personal property, and had to renew and build up his broken fortunes. He has prospered since the war, and now has his splendid farm of 867 acres in fine condition. He was married December 1, 1851, to Miss Susanah Jane Woods, daughter of Archibald C. Woods, deceased, of this county. They have had ten children, seven of whom, two sons and five daughters, are now living. He is a member of the Grange, and stands high as an energetic and enterprising citizen.

Young Hicklin

The gentleman whose name heads this sketch is a native of this county and was born on the old James Hicklin homestead, two and one-half miles east of Lexington. He is son of James and Agnes Hicklin, and was born July 29, 1842. His mother was a daughter of Wm. Cross, of Howard county, Mo. His father was from Tennessee, and died in June, 1875. Young Hicklin was raised and educated in this county, and has lived here all his life, and since the war on the old homestead farm, where he was born. When about fifteen years old he left home and went to Texas, and after being there for a few months joined the Texas rangers on the frontier, and was with them under Gen. Ben. McCullough when the civil war broke out, and entered the confederate service under McCullough in 1861, but remained only a short time and then returned home. But the militia soon got after him, and he then went to Jackson county and joined the recruits under Capt. Hays and went south. His father sent for him to return and assist in getting his slaves to the south, which he did, being released for that purpose; but he was forced to take to the brush to save himself as soon as he got to this county. He then went into the regular service under Gen. Raine, and was in a battery, commanded by Capt. Roberts, at Pea Ridge, and was with this battery until after the battle of Jenkins' Ferry, where a section of the battery was captured, and most of the men and horses killed. The battery was charged by two negro regiments, who murdered the men promiscuously after the capture. Hicklin escaped by jumping into a lake - was afraid to surrender to the negroes. He then made his way to Shelby, and soon went into the recruiting service under Cols. Coffey and Crisp, with a captain's commission. He was in Price's last raid, but left the army on leave after it returned south. Went to Ellis county, Texas, where he remained until the surrender. He was in the battles of Lexington, Jenkins' Ferry, Prairie Grove, and numerous minor engagements, and in the battles of Price's raid. He was captured once, at Little Rock, but was exchanged in a short time. After he returned home in 1865 he still had trouble with the militia element, but held his own, until the times got quiet. While with a friend, Arch Clemments, in Lexington, they were attacked. Clemments was shot down, but Hicklin escaped by running and going for a time to Saline county. He was married June 6, 1869, to Miss Eliza Plummer, of Saline county. They have three children, one son and two daughters. He was engaged five years in the cattle business in Colorado, where he made money, and in 1875 returned and bought the old homestead and handsomely improved the same. Both he and his wife belong to the M. E. church, south.

Lock Terhune

P. O. Lexington, Missouri. The subject of this sketch was born in Mercer county, Kentucky, near Harrodsburg, August 6, 1835, where he was raised and educated, and came to this state shortly before the beginning of the war. His parents, Isaac and Sallie Terhune, are still living in Mercer county, Kentucky. At the age of twenty years Mr. Terhune moved to Jackson county in this state, where he remained about four years, engaged in farming. In 1859 he moved to this county, and was engaged in managing the business of Mr. Catron, until the death of the latter in 1862. After his death he has continued to manage the farm for Mrs. Catron, to the present time. He owns two farms in this county, one of 118 acres on the Dover road, and one of 350 acres on the Salt Pond road, which he manages besides managing the two farms of Mrs. Catron. He was married in October, 1876, to Miss Mary Ramey, daughter of Andrew Ramey, deceased. They have two daughters living. Mr. Terhune is a Granger, and a man of large business experience and sound judgment.

Capt. James B. S. Kirtley

P. O. Lexington Capt. Kirtley was born in Boone county, Kentucky, February 2, 1841:. His father, William Kirtley, is now living in this county, a short distance south of Dover. His mother, Elizabeth Kirtley, was a daughter of Isaac Shelby, who formerly lived in this county. In the year of his birth, 1844, Captain Kirtley moved with his parents to this county, and settled on the farm where his father still resides. He was raised in this county and partly educated here and partly in the Baptist college, at Georgetown, Kentucky, where he graduated in 1867. During the war he served under Gen. Shelby in the confederate army. He first enlisted in 1861 in the state guard, in which he was captured by Jim Lane in Bates County. He was released on parole, and came home and assisted his father in moving his slaves to Arkansas, and then rejoined Shelby. After the batttle of Corinth he enrolled in Company A, First Missouri cavalry, Gordon's regiment, of which he was elected second lieutenant, and was captain from 1863 to the end. During that period he was on Col. Shank's staff. After the surrender he went with Shelby to Mexico. He was in nearly all of the principal battles west of the river, and some east, from Carthage in 1861, to Price's last raid in 1861. After remaining a year in Mexico, he returned home and went to Georgetown, Kentucky, college, and graduated. He was married on November 11, 1873, to Miss Sarah T. McCord, daughter of William McCord, deceased. They have had four children, all girls, the two youngest of whom are living. He is a member of the Missionary Baptist church. He was raised on a farm, and is now engaged in farming on the old McCord farm three miles east of Lexington. He also deals largely in stock.

physician and druggist; P. O. Concordia ; born in Germany, March, 1835,. where he was raised and educated; primarily, in the common schools, and ultimately, graduating at a medical college, at Wurzburg. In 1856 he came to the United States, landing at New Orleans, where he remained nine months. From there he came to Missouri and settled down to the practice of his profession in St. Charles county, where he remained until the breaking out of the civil war. While here he was married to Sophia Meyer, a native of Missouri, by whom he had seven children, four of whom are living: Laura, Thecla, Ida, and William. During the early part of the war he acted as surgeon in Col. Krekle's regiment; being afterwards transferred to the 28th Osage regiment, at Jefferson Cit}\ Subsequently, he held the office of post surgeon, with the court house as his hospital. Afterwards he was appointed U. S. examining surgeon for the counties of Osage, Maries, Miller, and Lafayette. After the war closed, he practiced for nine years at Westphalia, Osage. In 1873 he moved to Concordia, where he has since resided. January 27, 1880, he became proprietor of one of the two drug stores in Concordia, in the operations of which he has a liberal patronage. This, in connection with an excellent practice, occupies his entire time and attention. The doctor and his wife 'are both active and consistent members of the Lutheran church, and held in high estimation by all who know them.

Henry W. Thieman

hardware and implements, P. O. Concordia. Born in Hanover, Germany, Oct. 29, 1843. In 1845 he came with his father's family to the United States, coming directly to Lafayette county, where he has since resided. Obtained his education in the common schools of the county. In 1870 he was married to Miss Mary Rihkop, a native of Canada. They have had five children, three of whom are now living: Henry, Edward and Daniel. Mr. Thieman and his brother Lewis, composing the firm of Thieman Bros., are engaged in the hardware and implement trade - doing a thriving business, which has been gradually growing for the last seven years, during which they have been engaged in it. In 1861 he enlisted in the Horse Guards - Col. Grover's Regt., Capt. Becker's Co. Was captured in the first battle of Lexington and paroled. In 1864 he re-enlisted in the 15th Mo. Vol. Infantry, under Col. Wear. Was mustered out in the spring of 1865. He and his wife are members of the Methodist church at Concordia. In 1866 he was elected constable of Freedom township, in which capacity he served for two years, in a manner acceptable to all concerned. In 1870 he served as assistant U. S. Marshal in taking the census of Freedom, Davis and Washington townships. In the iall of the same year he was elected Justice of the Peace for his township, in which capacity he has served ever since; a fact which of itself is good and competent evidence of his ability to administer justice. Mr. Thieman is also president of the Concordia Savings Bank. He is a whole-souled, genial gentleman, honored and respected by all.

Moses Welborn

farmer, P. O. Aullville. Was born in this county, Oct. 30th, 1842. In 1838 his father, D. M. Welborn, came to this state and county from North Carolina. While in North Carolina he was united in marriage to Catharine Bodenhamer, by whom he had 12 children, five of whom are now living: D. M. died in the fall of 1880, and was buried at the Scott grave yard. His wife died in 1863 and was buried in the same place. Moses, the third child, was raised on a farm and educated in the common schools of the county. He now owns 300 acres of fine farming land situated about five miles south of Aullville. In 1862 he enlisted in Company " B " - Col. Phillip's Regt., Slate Militia. He participated in the following battles, in all of which he acquitted himself in a manner becoming a brave soldier and an honorable gentleman: Independence, Blues, Westport, Mines Creek, Marshall. In the spring of 1865 he was honorably discharged, after which he spent three years in Colorado, engaged in freighting. He is an energetic, enterprising business man, enjoying the confidence of all with whom he deals.

dry goods, P. O. Concordia. Born in Bremervorde, Hanover, Germany, Dec. 4th, 1841. Obtained his education there. At the age of 13 he came with his father's family to the United States, landing at New Orleans. From there they went to Benton county, where he lived until he breaking out of the Civil War. He completed his education in that ounty. June 13th, 1861, he enlisted in the Home Guards, under Col. ?ook, Company " B." Was mustered out Sept. 13, 1861. Was engaged i the battle of the "two barns "in Benton county. After leaving the rmy he came to this county where he has since resided. In 1864 he was carried to Sophia Brockman, daughter of Geo. Brockman and a native of liis county. They had four children, two of whom are now living: Anna nd Mary. His wife died in 1870 and is buried at the Lutheran grave ard at Concordia. In 1873 he was again married to Sophia Frerking, a ative of this county, and daughter of Wm. Frerking. By this union he as had four children, three of whom are now living: Ida, Willi im and Arthur. In 1869 he opened a dry goods store in Concordia, there being nly one other in the place. His is now the oldest firm in the business, nd has a good run of custom. He is a stockholder in the Concordia lavings Bank, of which he is also vice-president. When the town was icorporated he was a member of the first board of trustees. Was also lected as one of the board of school directors, besides serving the public i other minor capacities, which fully illustrates the confidence reposed in im by his fellow-citizens. Mr. K. and his wife are honored members of le Lutheran church at Concordia.

E. A. Taylor

hysician and surgeon. P. O. Concordia. Was born in Hunterdon ounty N. J., August 13, 1834. When he was seven years of age, his arents brought him to this state and county, and settled near " Parine Church, " about seven miles south of Lexington. His early education /as obtained in the common schools of the county, under the tutorship of is father. In 1866, he entered the N. Y. University, as a medical tudent, remaining there one term. He afterwards entered the St. Louis ledical College, from which he graduated in 1872. He then came to lis county and located at Aullville, where he practiced two years, at the nd of which he went to Concordia, where he is now engaged in the pracce of his profession. Previous to his graduation he practiced for seven r eight years in Henry and Benton counties. In 1865, he was married d Florence H. McKee, of Quincy, Illinois, a native of Va., by whom he ad seven children, five of whom are now living: Ida B., Anna A., Ernst R., Robert M. and Grandin F. In 1861, he enlisted in Co. " A ", Col. Itieffel's regiment, just in time to participate in the battle of Lexington, l which he was captured and afterward paroled. In 1862, he again nlisted in the 7th M. S. M., under Col. Phillips. He acted as hospital teward, in which capacity he was engaged until the close of the war. )r. Taylor is a finished scholar and a genial gentleman, eminently worthy >f the liberal patronage bestowed upon him.

Emil F. Ninas

marshal. P. O. Concordia. Was born in Prussia, March 12, 1842. At the age of ten, he came with his parents to the United States, stopping at Milwaukee, Wis., where the family lived for five years; he there completing his education, begun in Germany. He attended a German Academy at Sac City. In 1857, he left there and came to Missouri, and stopped near Hannibal, where he worked on a farm for one year, at the end of which he came to Lexington where he remained for another year. From here he went to the German settlement near Cook's store. In 1867, he Was married to Matilda Stinkle, daughter of H. D. Stinkle. By this union he has one child: Henry. His wife dying, he afterwards married Mary Knoch, a native of Pennsylvania. They have three children: Elenora, Laura and Arthur. Mr. Ninas is the proprietor of the city hotel, and being a genial man and an excellent landlord, his house is well patronized. In 1861, he enlisted in Co. "D" 2d Missouri Infantry for three months. At the expiration of that time he re-enlisted in same regiment, Col. F. Schaffer, in which he held the rank of sergent of Co. "E". He was engaged in the following battles: Pea Ridge, Corinth, Perry ville, Stone River, Chickamauga, Chattanooga, Franklin, Nashville and in all of the engagements of Sherman's command, while on the "march to the sea." At the battle of Chickamauga he was slightly wounded in the right side, which, however, proved not to be serious. Mr. N. has a good record as a soldier, and a reputation as a private citizen of which any one may be proud.

A. P. Reed

physician and surgeon, P. O. Concordia. Born in Jackson county, Illinois, June 28, 1844. His early life was spent in the place of his birth up to the opening of the civil war. In 1862 he enlisted in Company E, Fourth Ohio volunteer infantry, with which command he took an active part in the following engagements: South Mountain and Antietam. He was badly wounded in the latter battle, in consequence of which he lay in the hospital for two months, after which he was discharged and sent home. Having regained his former haalth, he re-enlisted in Company E, Second Missouri cavalry. Was engaged in the battles of Cape Girardeau, Bloomfield, and in Col. Glover's celebrated charge at Black Jack Ridge, near Four Mile, Missouri. He also assisted in the capture of the celebrated guerrilla, Bollin. He was twice captured by the guerrillas, but happily succeeded in making his escape each time. Shortly after the war, at the age of 22, he entered the university at Nashville, takine the medical course, in which he graduated with honor. Shortly after he was married to Julia R. Schwab, a native of Switzerland, by whom he had three children, none of whom are living. After his marriage he went to southeast Missouri, where he was engaged in the practice of medicine for twelve years at Allenville, Cape Gerardeau county. From there he went to St. Louis, living there about eighteen months, after which he located in this county at Concordia, where he has since resided, enjoying a lucrative practice. In 1877 he was again united in marriage, to Miss Olive Reed, a native of Ohio. They have one child, Paul A. Mrs. Reed is a graduate of Mt. Hope seminary, Kentucky, and a highly cultivated and estimable lady.

Lewis A. Oetling

dry goods and grocery, P. O. Concordia; born in this county in 1858. He was educated in the German and public schools of this county and also at Brownsville, Saline county. His early life was spent on a farm. In the spring of 1880 he entered into partnership with Mr. Brunes, in the dry goods and grocery business at Concordia. The firm are carrying a well selected stock worth $6,000, and are doing an excellent business, amounting in the last year to eighteen or twenty thousand dollars. Mr. Brunes, his partner, is a man of excellent business tactics and social qualities, which combined with the known integrity and ability of our subject, represent a firm of which the citizens of Concordia and the surrounding country may well be proud. Both men enjoy the esteem and confidence of the people to the fullest extent. Mr. Oetling in his religious views inclines towards the Lutheran belief, of which church, at Concordia, he is an active member and a staunch supporter.

Albert Althoff

editor of Missouri Thalbote, P. O. Concordia; is a native of Germany, born April 18, 184:5. His early education was secured in the country of his birth. In 1866, he came to the United States, locating at first in Stephenson county, Illinois. During two years of the time he lived there he attended college at Cincinnati.. Afterwards he moved to St. Charles, Missouri, where he taught school for six years; the length of his engagement being itself a sufficient index to his ability as a teacher. He then came to this county where he resided at Lexington for three and a half years, engaged in teaching a private school, and in editing the Missouri Thcilb>te, a paper which he took with him upon his removal to Concordia and of which he is still the editor and proprietor. In 1870 he was married to Miss Mina Freitag, a native of Germany, by which union they have had five children, four of whom are now living: Albert, Arthur, Paulina, and Lydia. On October 11, 1880, he was appointed poormaster for Concordia, in which capacity he is still serving with credit to himself x and the community. He is a man of energy and enterprise, as shown by the multiplicity of his duties, in all of which he conducts himself with ability.

furniture dealer, P. O. Concordia; born in this state and county, March 12, 1856, where he was raised and educated. In 1872 he commenced learning the trade of cabinet maker, working with the firm of H. & F. Winkler, of Lexington, with which firm he remained for seven and onehalf years, at the end of which time he had thoroughly mastered the art. In 1879 he went to Concordia and opened a furniture store, carrying a full stock of goods. He is doing an excellent business, selling from seven to eight thousand dollars worth of goods per year. He is a young man of much promise, already enjoying a business and social reputation, acquired by few of his years.

station agent and operator, R. R., P. O. Concordia. Is a native of Hancock County, O., born October 26, 1845. Was reared on a farm and educated in the public schools, and the High school at Finley. In February, 1863, he enlisted in Company " F," 21st Ohio Volunteer Infantry, under Col. James Neibling. He participated in the following battles: Jonesborough, Goldsboro, and Raleigh. At the last named place he was captured by the " Hampton Scouts," and detained a prisoner for 17 days. After the surrender of Johnston he was released and went to Richmond, and from thence to Louisville by way of Washington, D. C, where he was honorably discharged and sent home. In 1870 he came to Knob Noster, Mo., entering a railroad office in charge of H. P. Hull, with whom he remained two years. In 1872 he came to this county, locating at Concordia, taking charge of the depot as agent and operator. In December of same year he was united in marriage to Miss F. L. Smith, a native of Newark, N. J., born in July, 1855. They are blessed with three children, all of whom are living: Lillie, Everett, and Gertrude. Mr. Powell is a man of worth, respected by all who know him.

livery stable, P. O. Concordia. Born in Lafayette county, September 8, 1855. His early life was spent on'a farm, and his education obtained in the public schools. At the close of his school life, he was engaged in farm work until the year 1877, at which time, he, in partnership with C. J. Frerking, opened a livery stable in Concordia. In 1880 Mr. J. H. Powell purchased the interest of Mr. Frerking, the firm being now styled " Meyer & Co." Mr. Meyer, in his business capacity, is keeping pace with the demands of the people, having his stable sufficiently stocked to do all the business required in that line. He does all of the transferring of goods for the merchants in town, and in fact has a monopoly of the business.

D. H. Smith

boot and shoemaker, P. O. Concordia. Born in Newark, N. J., December 25, 1S59. At the age of 9 he went with his parents to Lexington, Mo., where he continued his attendance in the public schools, completing his education, begun in New Jersey at the Johnson Academv in Monroe, Ills. About the year 1870 his parents moved to Concordia, where the family has since resided. There he learned the trade of shoemaker from his father, and has been engaged in it since. His father dying June 9, 1878, D. H. purchased hi^ stock of boots and shoes from the other heirs, and is doing a good business in that line. He carries a stock worth $1,500, and his yearly sales amount to $4,000. In 1881, February, he was united in marriage to Miss Emma Huscher, a native of this county. The young couple start in life under favorable auspices. The husband has health, strength, and a good business, and there is no apparent reason why their journey through life should not be over a path strewn with roses and not thorns.

Gust A V Wahrenbrock

carpenter and lumber dealer, P. O. Concordia. Born in this state and county, August 7, 1849. Was raised on a farm, and educated principally in the German and public schools of the county. Attended the Warrtn County college for five months. After leaving school he learned the carpenter's trade, which he has followed since. In 1873 he was married to Miss Louise Egger, a native of Germany, by whom he has three children: Albert, Otto, and Robert. In 1876 he started a lumber yard at Concordia, which business he has since conducted in connection with his trade. Has a stock worth $2,000, and is doing an excellent business, selling to the amount of $10,000 worth yearly. Mr. W. is a man of strict integrity and good business qualifications, dealing n'ith others as he would be dealt by. His father was killed by bushwhackers a short distance east of Concordia, an account of which is given in the war history of the county.

Rev. F. J. Biltz

pastor of the Lutheran church, postoffice. Concordia. Is a native of Saxony, Germany, born July 24, ]825. His early education was obtained in the place of his birth. At the age of 13, he and his sister, Louisa, came to the United States, stopping one winter at St. Louis, and in the spring of 1839, moved to Perry county. At this time a college was organized at Altenburg, of said county, in which he was enrolled as one of the first students. He spent eight years in this institution, graduating after taking a complete and thorough course in theology. In 1847 he received a call from the congregation of a church in Appleton, Cape Girardeau Co., to which he responded, preaching there until 1853. In 1849, he was married to Miss Mary V. Wurmb, born at the Cape of Good Hope. They have had thirteen children, six of whom are now living; Clara, Bertha, Adolphus, Julius, Mary and Gustave. In 1833, he moved to Cumberland, Maryland, where he resided until 1860, having charge of the Lutheran church at that place. He then came to the German settlement, in Lafayette county, where he took charge of the Lutheran church, of which he has since been pastor, having the care of this little flock for nearly a quarter of a century, ministering to their temporal as well as spiritual wants. His worth as a man, needs no other index than the above.

Conrad Stunkle

ex-judge and farmer, postoffice, Concordia; was born in Hanover, Germany, Dec. 11, 1811; was reared and educated there. In 1837, he came to the United States, over which he spent three years in traveling. In 1840, he was married to Mary Gerberdinge, of St. Louis, formerly of Germany, by whom he had seven children, three of whom are now living: Lewis, Derinda, (Mrs. Frung), and Louisa, (Mrs. Bersicker). In 1845, he settled on the farm, where he now resides, consisting of 185 acres of excellent farming land, which joins the city of Concordia on the north. In 1869 he was elected judge of the county court, for a term of six years. In 1875, the trouble in regard to the compromising of the Lexington & St. Louis railroad bonds coming up, he, with his associate judges, resigned office. Judge Stunkle favored a compromise, his plan being to have a committee of the people to wait upon Ihe bondholders and secure as favorable an adjustment of the difficulty as possible. The judge and family are all members of the Lutheran church and are held in high estimation by all who know them.

Rev. John Meyer

pastor of Methodist church at Concordia; born in Germany, Oct. 5, 1832. Was raised 'and educated there until he was nine years of age, when his parents brought him to the United States, locating in Henry county, Mo., where they lived for sixteen years. He then went to St. Louis, where he finished his studies of the common branches. Being in somewhat straitened circumstances, he was. obliged to pursue his studies under great disadvantages. By dint of hard work and close application, however, he succeeded in acquiring a very good education. He is a self-made man in the full sense of the word. In 1865, he began his studies for the ministry, finally passing his examination before the Southern Illinois Conference. In 1869, he was ordained an elder of the Methodist Episcopal church, since which time he has officiated as pastor in the following named places: Second Creek, Gasconade Co., Union, Franklin Co., Hopewell, Warren Co., Burger, Franklin county, Lake Creek, Pettis Co., Concordia, Lafayette Co. He settled in the latter place in 1880, preaching his first sermon on the 3d day of October. He is an enthusiastic expositor of the doctrines which he has espoused, doing his duty as he sees it, regardless of consequences.

teacher and farmer, postoffice, Concordia; born in this county, Aug. 23, 1844. His early life was spent upon a farm, and in acquiring an edecation in the common schools of the county. In 1861, he enlisted in company C, Enrolled State Militia, Major Henry Neill, commanding. In 1862, he reenlisted in Co. B, M. S. M., 7th regiment, commanded by Col. Phillips. He entered as private; was promoted first to corporal and then to bugler. Was engaged in the following battles: Lexington, Independence, Blues, Westport, Mines Creek and Marshall. Was honorably discharged, July 9th, at St. Louis. In 1870, he was married to Hannah Kuester, a native of this county, by whom he had six children, four of whom are now living: Isabella, Emma, Alberta, Ida.

John D. Kuester

postoffice, Concordia. Is a native of Germany, born March 11,1820. Was partially educated in his native land. At the age of eleven, he came with his parents to the United States, locating in Benton county, this state; where they lived until 1849, when they came to Lafayette county, where they have since resided. In 1862, he enlisted in company B, 7th M. S. M., Col. Phillips. He was on a furlough and received orders to report at Lexington, which he did. Upon his arrival he was captured by some of Gen. Price's men; detained for ten days and then came home. He was with the party of Germans who were attacked by bushwhackers on the 10th of Oct. 1864, near Brownsville. He was one of the five or six who succeeded in making their escape. In 1852 he was married to Elizabeth Powling, a native of Germany. They have six children, all living: Hannah M., Emma, Jonathan, Edward, Sophia, William. Mr. Kuester is an industrious, enterprising man, popular with his fellow-citizens.

Frederick Cook

with his father and family to Wisconsin, where he lived for seven years, in the meantime acquiring a fair education in the public schools. From there he went to Freeport, Ills., where he resided until after the war. In 1863 he enlisted in Capt. Green's company, 142d Ills., but was not mustered into the service. In 1866 he came to Johnson county, this state, where he lived until 1876. While residing here he was married to Miss Stina Frerking, by whom he has three children: Dora, Frederick, Clara. In 1876 he moved to this county and settled at Concordia, and was engaged in general merchandise business for three years. During the years of '79 and '80 he held the position of post-master. In 1881, February, he entered into a partnership with Julius Vogt, in the hardware and agricultural implement business. The firm is doing a flourishing business, carrying a stock worth $5,000. Mr. Cook is a man of energy and enterprise, and since his residence in the county has contributed largely toward its prosperity.

Henry Deuchler

HENRY DEUCHLER, grain dealer, P. O. Concordia; born in Baden, Germany, August 7, 1849. He was raised and educated in his native country, where he resided until the age of 18, when he came to the United States, over which he spent one year in traveling. California, Missouri was the first place in which he stopped for any length of time, remaining there for four years, engaged in milling, having learned the trade in Europe. He also worked for three months in Sedalia, at the same business. In 1872 he came to Concordia, where he has since resided with the exception of one year, 1875. At present he is engaged in buying and shipping grain, doing a very lucrative business. In 1874, August 10, he was united in marriage to Miss Lena Brinckman, a native of St. Louis, Mo. They have had three children, two of whom are now living, Henry and John. Both he and his wife are active and consistent members of the Evangelical church at Concordia, respected by all.

Miss Lucy Johnson

MISS LUCY JOHNSON, milliner, P. O. Concordia, was born in California, Mo. At an early age she went with her mother to Warrensburg, Mo., where she was educated, graduating with the highest honors at the State Normal school of that place. While living in Franklin county she devoted the most of her time and attention to teaching. She was engaged in the schools of Warrensburg, Knob Noster and Holden. In 1879, being a practical milliner, she came to Concordia and opened a millinery establishment, in which she has a fine stock of goods and is having quite a lucrative trade. Miss Johnson is modest and unassuming in her demeanor, intelligent and of good social qualities, and is eminently deserving of the respect and liberal patronage accorded her by the community at large.

Rev. W. Gaertner

REV. W. GAERTNER, pastor of St. John's church, P.O. Concordia ; a native of German y,born Aug. 13, 1846; was educated there, taking a Theological course at the "Mission House" at Bremen. At the age of 3t he first saw the shores of this mighty republic, locating in Saline county, Nebraska, where he preached for two years. In 1S76, June 21st, he was united in marriage to Miss Louisa Schlapper. Their union was blessed with four children, three now living, as follows: Paula, Clara, Hildegarde; the deceased was named William. On the 21st of September, 1877, he came to Lafayette county and located about three miles north-east of Concordia, where he is now living; having in charge as pastor, the St. John's church. Mr. Gaertner is highly esteemed as a citizen and revered as a pastor.

John S. Klingenberg

JOHN S. KLINGENBERG, flouring mill, P. O. Concordia; is a native of this state and county, born Dec. 26, 1850; was educated in the common schools and raised on a farm. His father, H. H. Klingenberg, is one of the old settlers of the county; he is a native of Prussia, and came here in 1837: he was married to Catherine Brunyes, a native of Germany. They have had seven children, six of whom are now living: John, Henry, Joseph, Louisa, Margarette, Mary. John, the oldest, and the subject of this sketch, was married in 1873 to Matilda Koenig, a native of St. Louis county, Mo. They have three children: Albert, George and Jesse. He is the proprietor of the "Concordia Star Mills," complete in all its appointments, with three run of stone and a capacity of 35 barrels per day. He is also the owner of the warehouse near the railroad, through which he handles large quantities of all kinds of grain; is doing a thriving business. Mr. Klingenberg and his wife are members of the Methodist church at Concordia.

C. W. KEMMERLY, jeweler, P. O. Concordia; born in York county, Penn., Oct. 14, 1848. While quite young he came with his parents to Sandusky county, Ohio, where he lived until he was seventeen years of age. His early life was spent on a farm in a manner usual to farmer boys, working on the farm in the summer and going to school winters. In 1866 he, with his father and family, came to Johnson county, Mo., where he lived until 1872, learning the jeweler's trade. In that year he came to Aullville, this county, and followed his trade. In 1874 he came to Concordia and opened a jewelry store in Thierman Bros' building, where he displays a fine stock of goods and has a lucrative trade. In 1875 he was united in marriage to Miss Emma Hasler, a native of Germany. They have had four children, two of whom are now living: William J. and Birdie May. Mr. K. is a member of the Methodist church at Concordia; a man of worth and a good citizen.

Drury A. Ridgway

real estate and broker, Aullville, was born in Georgia, Jan, 28, 1820. Obtained his education in the common schools of that state. In 1842, June 30th, he was united in marriage to Miss Fanny S. Reese, by whom he has had seven children, six of whom are now living: D. A. Jr., F. V., E. B., Kate P., Annie E. and Fanny S. While living in Georgia he was engaged in farming and merchandising at Columbia. In 1858 he moved to Mississippi where he lived for the next ten years engaged in cotton planting. In 1868 he came to Independence, Mo., where he remained one year and then came to this county. He located at Aullville in May, 1872, where has since resided, engaged in the real estate and loan business. By the solicitation of friends he was appointed justice of the peace for his township and at the expiration of his term of appointment, was elected for ensuing term. After serving in this capacity for four years, he resigned the office, much to the regret of his fellow-citizens. Mr. Ridgway is an influential member of the Methodist church at Aullville and a man of intellectual strength and force of character.

John P. Ardinger

merchant, Aullville post office, was born in Berkley county, Va., in 1839, where he was reared and educated. When the war broke out he enlisted in the First Virginia cavalry, commanded by Col. J. B. Jones. Was engaged in the following battles: first Manssas, Seven Pines, Wilderness, Williamsburg, Yorktown, Petersburg, second Manassas,Gettysburg, Antietam, New Baltimore, South Mountain and numerous other skirmishes. At the first battle of Manassas, he was slightly wounded just below the left knee. He was honorably discharged at Appomattox in 1865 and in 1866 he came to this county and engaged in the mercantile business at Greenton. From there he went to Lexington and in 1872 he went to Aullville, where he now resides engaged in a general merchandising business. In 1873 he was married to Miss Lucy C. Smith, a native of this county. They have four children: John P., May S., Robert C. and an infant not named. Mr. Ardinger owns 390 acres of first-class improved farm land, located near Pageville. He is a wide-awake, energetic business man and an invaluable member of society. Is a member of the Episcopal church.

John Bennett

blacksmith, Aullville, Is a native of Ohio, born in Knox county, at Mt. Vernon, Jan. 29, 1831. He obtained his education in the common schools there and also learned the blacksmith trade. At the age of nineteen he moved to Jackson county, Mo., and settled at Lone Jack, where he lived until the war broke out. In 1853 he was married to Miss Mary Snow, a native of Jackson county, Mo. Their union was blessed with five children, only two of whom are now living: Larestia and Linnia. His wife died in August, 1879 and was buried at Lone Jack. In 1862 he enlisted in Company C, Second regiment, Gen. Shelby's brigade, under Marmaduke. Fought at the battles of Lone Jack, Newtonia, Cane Hill, Cape Girardeau, Marshall, Sprinfield and Hartsville. He surrendered to Gen. McReynolds, at Little Rock in 1865. He then came to Lafayette county and lived at Dover for about three years and in 1868, went to Aullville where he now resides engaged in blacksmithing. Mr. Bennett is an industrious, reliable business man of whom nothing can be said to his discredit.

Lieut. W. A. Thornton

grain-dealer, P. O. Aullville. Born in Orange county, Virginia, December 12, 1827. The first school he attended was at Gordonsville. When quite young, he went to Cooper county, Missouri, where he grew to manhood and finished his education. In May, 1861, he enlisted in the M. S. M., at Jefterson City, as lieutenant, in Capt. McCulloch's company. This battalion was soon after re-organized, at Coswkin Prairie. William Brown was elected colonel of the regiment, Robert M. McCulloch, lieutenant-colonel; R. A. McCulloch, captain of his company, and he still holding the office of lieutenant. He fought in the battles of Boonville, Drywood, Lexington, Pea Ridge, Corinth, Iuka, Bolivar, Denmark and Sweden, Ft. Pillow, Holly Springs, and in all other engagements in which his command was engaged. In 1865, he was surrendered by Gen. Taylor to Gen. Canby. At that time he belonged to the Second Missouri cavalry. Dr. Thomas Fields, of Alma, C. T. Ford, and himself are the only members of that company now in Lafayette county. He was in the first democratic convention, of Freedom township, held after the war, for the purpose of appointing a county central committee. He afterwards went to Lexington, and engaged in merchandising for several years. Then he went to St. Louis, and was engaged in the commission business for two years. From there he went to Concordia, and engaged in the grain business; first, in partnership with Dr. J. H. Woolridge, and lastly, with Mr. Frerking. In 1873, he came to Aullville, and embarked in the grain business again, where he is at present, handling immense quantities of grain. As a soldier he has a clear record, and, as a citizen, is at the zenith of popularity with his acquaintances.

Dr. Jacob Welborn

physician and surgeon, P. O. Aullville. The subject of this sketch is a native of North Carolina; born December 19, 1816. He obtained a common school education in that state, at Abbott's Creek School, Davidson county. In 1838, he came to this state and county, and located south of Aullville, and engaged in farming. He read medicine with Dr. Dobson, and in the year 1853, he graduated at the St. Louis Medical University. After receiving his diploma, he returned to this county, and entered upon the practice of his profession. In 1850, he was united in marriage to Miss P. J. Spurgeon, a native of North Carolina. They have had seven children, five of whom are now living: Edward L., Arthur B., Laura J., Walter S., and Charles C. His wife died in 1865. He remained quietlv at home during the war, attending to his practice. In 1877, he moved to Aullville, where he still risides, his time and attention fully occupied with a large practice. As a physician, he stands among the leaders in the profession ; is progressive in his views, and always ready to seize, with avidity, upon anything which tends to throw light upon the mysteries of one of the most important of sciences - that which deals with human life.

drugs and groceries, P. O. Aullville; is a native of Virginia, born November 19, 1844; was educated in the common schools. At the age of 12 he went with his parents to Preble county, Ohio, where he lived until 1869, engaged in farming. He then went to Johnson county, Missouri, where he lived about eleven years. While here he married Cynthia C. Home, a daughter of Judge Home. Their nuptials were celebrated in March, 1871. They have one child, Jessie J. In the spring of 1881, he moved to Aullville and is now engaged in the drug and grocery business, carrying a $1,60<> stock of goods; has a good trade. In June, 1881, he harvested a crop of wheat irom the " Mock farm," of 90 acres, said to excel in quantity and quality any other ever grown in the township, upon the same number of acres. Total yield of 1800 bushels. Mrs. Shackelfird is. an active and leading member of the Baptist church. Mr. George H. Eck, his partner, was born near Frederick City, Maryland, April 13, 1856. At an early age his parents brought him to Preble county, Ohio, where he lived until January, 1879, when he came to Johnson county, Missouri, and lived near Oak Grove, for two years, engaged in farming. In March, 1881, he moved to this county and settled at Aullville, entering into partnership with Mr. Shackelfird in the drug and grocery business.

Abner Ward

wheelwright, P. O. Aullville; born in Randolph county, North Carolina, July 17, 1823. His early life was spent on a farm, working on the farm in the summer season and attending school during the winter. At the age of 19 he came to this state and county, and located in the neighborhood of Aullville. In 1851, he was married to Miss Margarett Mulkey, a native of Lafayette. They have had six children, five of whom are now living:

Mary A., Solomon, Nancy E., Emma C. Virginia L. In 1862 he enlisted in company F, first regiment, under Gen. Jo. Shelby. Fought in the battles of Newtonia, Cape Girardeau, Helena. In the fall of 1863 he came home on account of sickness, but not being allowed to stay, he went to Illinois and remained there till the close of the war. In 1869, July, when the town of Aullville was surveyed, Mr. Ward picked his lot and built a dwelling house. In 1872 he built his shop in which he carries on his trade. He is an enterprising, industrious business man, and first class mechanic.

Benj. R. Bams

grain dealer and hardware, P. O. Aullville; is a native of West Virginia, born September 3, 1846. Obtained his education in the public schools and was raised on a farm. At the age of 25 he came to this state and county and shortly after went into the grain business at Aullviile. In In 1875, he and his brother James H., went into the hardware business at same place. They carry a stock of about $2,000 and are doing a thriving business. During the last six months of 1880, they have shipped 112 cars of wheat and 20 cars of corn, to St. Louis. Mr. Bams is a man of business tact and integrity and follows the Golden Rule to the letter.

Robert L. Berry

merchant, postmaster, P. O. Aullville. Born in Macoupin county, Illinois, September 4, 1841. Raised and educated there. Before the war he was engaged in merchandising. In 1862 he enlisted in company A, 122d Illinois infantry. Fought in the following battle, Parker's Cross Roads. In December, 1S63, was honorably discharged on account of disability, ensuing from a wound in the right thigh, caused by a shell. In April, 1864, he entered a dry goods house in Illinois, and remained in it until 1868, when he same to this state and county and located upon a farm. He farmed until 1878, whe he went into the livery business at Aullville. He afterwards engaged in a general merchandising business at the same place. He has in stock $3,500 worth of goods and his yearly sales amount to $15,000. He also has an interest in a livery stable at Higginsville. In 1865 he was married to Miss Pauline Keller, a native of Waverly, this county. Mr. Berry is also postmaster at Aullville.

David L. Hoffman

carpenter, Aullville. Is a native of Tennessee, born October 8, 1842. At the age of three years his father moved to Jackson county, Missouri, where they livey for three years, and then went to Lexington, this county. While living there he attended school, and learned the carpenter's trade of his father. &In January, 1862, he enlisted at Sedalia, in company B, 7th regiment of cavalry, Missouri state militia. He fought with this regiment two years and eight months. He then re-enlisted in the 13th cavalry, company H, Missouri volunteers, under Col. E. C. Catherwood, and was mustered out in May, 1866, by special order of the war department. In the 7th he was second duty sergeant and appointed provost marshal at Marshall, Mo. In the 13th he was first sergeant in company H, until November, 1864,when he was commissioned 2d lieutenant, of company F. Was engaged in the battles of Compton Ferry, Svvitzler's Mills, Springfield, Marshall, Boonville, Lexington, Independence, Blues, Little Osage, Hartsville, Oxford Bend, and numerous others. At Lexington in 1862, he was captured by Col. Cockrell's men, but succeeded in making his escape, during a severe storm. After the close of the civil war, he was sent west to fight Indians, and guard military posts, in Colorado, New Mexico and Western Kansas. While there his sufferings from inclement weather were extreme. In 1865 he was united in marriage to Miss Mary L. Kincheloe, a native of Kentucky. They have had six children, five now living: Myrtle F., Wm. L., Sallie M., Joy L., Edward C. Mr. Hoffman is now living at Aullville, following his trade, having six men in his employ.

Robert Graham

liquor dealer, P. O. Aullville. Is a native of Belfast, Ireland, born May 14, 1832. While quite young he emigrated to Nova Scotia, where he staid six months, going from thence to Maine, where he remained four years. During the time he was in that state he attended night school. At the age of seventeen he went to Worcester, Massachusetts, where he lived about three years, attending school the greater part of the time. From there he went to Chicago and engaged in the stock business. He made Illinois his home until 1851, when a severe attack of the gold fever carried him off to California, where he remained three years engaged in freighting. Returning to Illinois he occupied his time in buying and shipping hogs, etc., until the civil war broke out, when he again returned to California, where he remained until 1868. He then went to Mexico, where he lived for one year engaged in mining, meeting with considerable success. In 1869 he came to Lafayette county, and settled near Aullville, turning his attention to farming and coal mining. In 1877 he located in Aullville and engaged in the liquor business. April 11, 1877, he was united in marriage to Miss Fields. They have two children born to them, one now living, named John. Mr. Graham is a member of the Catholic church.

Mordecai M. Cooke

Justice of the Peace, P. O. Aullville. Born in Warren county, Ky., March 27th, 1817. Was bred on a farm and educated in the common schools of

Kentucky. At the age of 17 he embarked in the dry goods business at Bowling Green, Ky. At the age of 27 he left Kentucky and came to this county, where he lived for 18 months and then went to Johnson county and continued in the same occupation for a year and a half, located at Columbus. From there he went to Waverly and followed the same business for two years. In 1850 Mr. Cooke erected a building and put in a stock of goods at a point on the stage line between Georgetown and Lexington, about two and one-half miles west of where Concordia now stands, which has since been known as Cooke's store. In same year a postoffice was established there and Mr. Cooke was appointed postmaster. After a residence of 17 years at this place, he sold out to Mr. Kane, and went to Elmwood, Saline county, from which place he came to this county, locating at Aullville, where he now resides, engaged in fulfilling the duties of Justice of the Peace for Freedom township, vice James H. Bowers, resigned. In 1853 he was married to Mrs. C. Davis, a native of North Carolina, and daughter of David Mock. One child was born to them; now deceased.

Havilah Smith

blacksmith, P. O. Aullville. Is a native of Fayette county, Ohio; born July 23d, 1853. Was raised on a farm and educated in the public schools. At the age of 23 he commenced learning his trade in Clinton county, which he followed in his native county until he came to Missouri. In 1878 he led to the marriage altar Miss Susan Patton, a native of Stafford county, Virginia. They have one child: Minnie E. In August of 1880 he started for Missouri, and the 6th of Sept., same year, settled at Aullville, where he now resides, doing a good business at his trade. Although but recently a citizen of this county, Mr. wSmith has already, by his upright character and geniality, secured to himself many firm friends, who show their appreciation by a liberal patronage. He and his wife are both members of the Friends church.

James. R. Osberne

firm of Osberne & Hammond, livery, P.O. Aullville. The subject of this sketch is a native of Daviess county, Missouri; born Aug. 16th, 1846. Was reared and educated in his native county. At the age of 20 he came to Lafayette county, where he remained one year, then returned to Daviess county and led to the marriage altar, Miss Margaret Cope, a native of that county. After the honeymoon he brought his bride to this county, where he had previously prepared a home. One child was born to them, named Lalla G. He was bereaved by the death of his wife, who died Feb. 9th, 1870. In the following year he took a trip to the mountains, hoping by a change of scene to assuage his grief in a measure. He remained in Mon- tana two years, engaged in freighting. He then returned to this county, and Nov. 5th, 1873, was married to Miss Bertie Cooksey. By this union thev have two children: Claud A. and Daisie M. In the same year of his second marriage he purchased a farm consisting of 80 acres of splendid land, located one mile northwest of Aullville, which he occupied until Dec. 17th, 1880. He still owns the farm, which is a model of neatness and under a high state of cultivation. During his occupancy, he raised at various times from 20 to 23 bushels of wheat and 15 barrels of corn per acre. After abandoning his farm he moved to Aullville and engaged in the livery business, entering the firm of which he is now a member. His partner, Mr. T. D. Hammond, is a gentleman of high character and strict integrity, and the two together comprise a firm which is eminently deserving of the liberal patronage vouchsafed it by an appreciative community. Their receipts are from 8 to 10 dollars per day.

Charles A. Graham

blacksmith, Aulrville postoffice. Born in Lexington, Lafayette county Sept. 10, 1834. His early education was obtained in that city. Lived on a farm until the age of 12. He learned his trade of a man by the name of Cruse, living in Henry county, two miles north of Calhoun. He followed his trade for four years in that county. He then went to Lexington and worked for a man by the name of John Zeiler, for two years. While there he was so unfortunate as to become crippled. He then went into the commission business, which he followed until the breaking out of the war. In 1S62 he was married to Miss Nannie J. Roberts, a native of Johnson county. They have ten children, six sons and four daughters, named as follows: Lulu T., Nellie, Roberta, Jessie, Stonewall J., Chas. A., Joseph, Selden P., James H. and Frank. In 18G2 he enlisted in Co. F, General Gordon's regiment, 1st Missouri volunteer cavalry - served as blacksmith. He participated in the battles of Cane Hill, Springfield, Hartsville, Prairie Grove and Cape Girardeau. In 1864, as he was acting as mail carrier, he was captured near Calhoun by the militia, and held prisoner for about two weeks, at Clinton and Sedalia. Was then paroled. He then went to Illinois, and locating at Breeze, followed his trade for a time. We next find him at St. Louis, where he lived six years, working for the Marine Railway and Dock company. From thence he went to Johnson count}-, and purchased a farm, which he cultivated for two years, situated three miles east of Hazel Hill. He then sold his farm and moved to Aullville, where he now resides, engaged at his trade.

harness maker, Aullville postoffice. Born in Adams county, near Quincy, Ills., Nov. 25, 1852. Obtained his education at the public schools and at the commercial college at Quincy, in charge of Mussulman and Howe. He learned the trade of harness 'making in Perry, Pike county, Ills. During the years of '71 and '72 he was engaged in farming. For the next five years he followed his trade in Streator, Ills. At the expiration of that time he came to this county and located at Aullville, working for different firms, at his trade, among them that of R. L. Berry, whom he bought out in 1877, and engaged in business for himself. Since then he has built up a good trade, carrying a stock worth $600, and making sales to the amount of $275 per month. In 1880 he was married to Miss Mary L. Curren, a native of Ohio. Mr. Hendricks is a member of the New School Baptist church.

trader, Aullville postoffice. Born in Ohio county, Ky., Feb. 2, 1819, where he was raised and educated. In 1840 he went to Fredericksburg, Va., and engaged in gold mining. Came to this county in 1855. In 1843 he was married to Miss W. Smith, a native of Virginia, daughter of Marvin Smith. They have four children, as follows: Mrs. Elizabeth Nevell, Mrs. A. R. Nevell, Mrs. Dudley B. Atchison and Mrs. Roberta Osborne. In 1864 he enlisted in Col. Gordon's regiment, then known as "Gen. Shelby's old regiment." Was engaged in the battles of Lexington, Blues, Westport, Newtonia and Manas des Cygne. He then went to Texas, where he remained till after the surrender. He then came home, and was engaged in farming until 1875, when he sold out, and since then has been engaged in trading. Mr. Cooksey and his family are all members of the Christian church.

physician and surgeon, postoffice, Aullville. Is a native of New York, where he was raised and educated; graduating from the medical department of the University of New York, in 1859. Emigrating to Lafayette county, in 1867 he was united in the bonds of matrimony to Miss A. E. Jones, a native of West Virginia. In 1862, he entered into the employ of the government, in the capacity of hospital surgeon; located at Springfield. In 1863, March 21, he was commissioned surgeon of the 32d infantry, Missouri volunteers. From St. Louis, where he was first located, after being commissioned, he went to Vicksburg, where he remained until the surrender. Was engaged on the fields of Vicksburg, Pearl River, Chattanooga, Lookout Mountain, Missionary Ridge, Dalton, Atlanta. After the surrender of Vicksburg, he was connected with- Sherman's command. Was appointed surgeon of brigade, by R. C. Wood, division commander. Was mustered out at Louisville, Ky.,July 18, 1865. Returning to Lafayette county, he located near Aullville, where he now resides, engaged in the practice of his profession. The Dr. is an esteemed citizen, as well as a successful practitioner. Ever since his residence in the county, he has had a vigilant eye upon its interests, and in various ways, has contributed to its welfare.

liquor dealer, postoffice, Aullville. The subject of the following is a native of Pettis county, this state; born April 7, 1855. At an early age, he went with his parents to Iowa, where he lived for nine years, located in Mills county. Attended school while there. In 1866, the family moved to Lafayette county, and located on a farm, where J. R. grew to manhood, his time employed in a manner customary to that of farmer lads, engaged in developing the physical faculties, at farm work, in summer, and the mental, at school, in winter. In 1877, he was united in the bonds of matrimony to Miss Amelia Jackson, of this county. They have one child: William S. In 1880, he moved to Aullville and formed a partnership with Mr. Graham in the liquor business. The firm is having a lucrative trade.

shoemaker, postoffice, Aullville. Is a native of this state; born in St. Louis, May 9, 1857, where he was reared and educated; attending school until 1869. In 1871, he commenced learning the trade of shoemaker, which he followed in his native city, until Nov. 4, 1880, when he went to Clinton, Henry county, where he remained until Jan. 5, 1881, occupied at his trade. He then came to this county, and locating at Aullville, opened a shop, where by his courtesy and close attention to the wants of his customers, he has succeeded in establishing himself in a lucrative business. His receipts amout to $2000 per year. In Feb. 1881, he was united in marriage to Miss Lizzie Deganhardt, a native of Alton, Ills. The nuptials were celebrated at Jerseyville, Ills. Mr. Schweitzer and wife are both active and consistent members of the Catholic church.

B. E. Neville

postoffice, Aullville. Was born in Warren county, Va., June 4, 1837, where he was raised and educated. From the age of 15 to 21, he was engaged at the blacksmith's trade. Upon arriving at the latter age, he came west, to this county, and engaged in farm work. In 1863, while living in Saline county, (having moved there a short time previously), he enlisted in company D, Gen. Marmaduke's body-guard. He fought in the following engagements, in all of which he conducted himself in a manner becoming a soldier and a gentleman: Prairie de Ann, Jenkins' Ferry, Lake Village, one near Jefferson City, Marias de Cygne, being but a few feet from Gen. Marmaduke, when he was captured at the latter place.

He surrendered at Shreveport and returned to Saline county, where he remained only a few months, and then came to the neighborhood of Aullville, this county. He now resides in Aullville. Mr. Neville is a genial, whole-souled gentleman, possessing the confidence of all who know him.

farmer; P. O. Aullville, the sixth son of Henry Perdue, and his second wife, is a native of Clark county, Indiana; born August 3, 18-41. Obtained his education, principally, in that state, where he lived until the age of 15, when he came with his parents to Lafayette .county, and settled upon the farm upon which he is now living. After arriving in this county he attended school for one year, which finished his school days, and after which he became engaged in active life. His farm consists of 137 acres of excellent land. Is giving some attention to stock raising. In 1868 he was married to Miss Lucinda J. Rutherford, a native of this county. They have five children living: Minnie E., John H., Jacob W., James O., and Pelina C. Mr. P. was at home at the time of the death of his father, who was killed by the bushwhackers during the early part of the war. In October, 1862, he enlisted in Capt Taggart's company, Col. Henry Neill's regiment, E. M. M. He remained in that service about one month and then returned home, where he remained until August of 1864, when he enlisted as private in the 45th infantry, Missouri volunteers, company D. Was engaged in the battle of Jefferson City. In 1863 he was tnken prisoner by Dave Poole's bushwhackers and held for a half hour and then released, after being deprived of his horse. He was discharged from the service in 1865, and returned to his home with a good record.

Oscar V. Perdue

farmer, P. P. Aullville, first son of Henry Perdue and his first wife; was born in Clarke county, Indiana, in 1825, June 24. Was raised on a farm and educated in the common schools of his native county. At the age of 19 he went to Louisville, Kentucky, where he remained engaged in learning the carpenter trade, until 1855, when he came to Pettis county, Missouri, and worked with Mr. W. H. Field until 1856, and then came to Lafayette county, where he has been engaged in farming ever since, except while the civil war was in progress. In 1868 he was married to Miss Sarah E. Whitworth, a native of Lafayette county. By this union they have four children: Mary Ann, Margarette L., Edwin V.. and Sarah E. In 1862 he enlisted in Capt. Taggart's company, Col. Neill's regiment, E. M. M., in which he remained six months, holding the office of 1st sergeant. In 1863 he was called out again under Capt. Sumner. In August, 1864, he re-enlisted as corporal of company D., 45th Missouri volunteer infantry. In 1865 he was honorably discharged and came home. He is now engaged in cultivating a fine farm of 148 acres, which presents an appearance which suggests the thought that a master hand was at the helm.

W. Boon Major

farmer and stock raiser, P. O. Aullville; was born in Franklin county, Kentucky, December 19, 1825. He was raised on a farm and partially educated in his native county - completing his education in the high school of Frankfort, Kentucky. When the Mexican war broke out he enlisted on the 8th of May, 1846, in Capt. Thomas F. Marshall's company, 1st Kentucky cavalry, under Gen. Taylor. Fought in the battle of Buena Vista - his company having the honor of firing the first guns in that engagement. His company originally consisted of 110 men, but when they were mustered out at the end of twelve months, they numbered only 33. After the war he went back to Kentucky, and in August, 1847, he came to Lafayette county, landing at Lexington. In the following year his father, Joseph M., bought 560 acres of land in this county, for $6.50 per acre; a portion of which Boon now owns. November 12, 1849, he was united in marriage to Prudence Worder, a native of Lafayette. Shortly afterwards he engaged in the mercantile business at Wellington, where he sold goods until 1858. The following year he took a trip across the plains, remaining 9 months in the mountains, engaged in superintending some business operations for Russell Major and Mr. Waddell. Returning from this trip, he engaged in farming a short distance north of where he now resides. Mr. Major is the father of six children, all living: John D., Joseph R., Alfred H., William M., Kitty J., and Ida M. In June. 1861, he enlisted in the M. S. G., company G., Col. B. Elliott's regiment, in which service he remained six months. He held the rank of 1st lieutenant, and assisted in organizing the company. In the spring of 1862 he re-enlisted in the regular confederate service - company I, Shelby's regiment. Was orderly sergeant of his company. In 1863 he was commissioned quartermaster of the regiment commanded by Col. Elliott. He was engaged in the following battles: Coon Creek, Newtonia, Hartsville, Springfield, Pine Bluffs, Jin kens' Ferry, Prairie de Ann, Duval's Bluff, Clarendon, Helena, Cape Girardeau, first at Lexington, Jefferson City, Boonville, Potosi, Ironton, Pilot Knob, Chalk Bluff', Marshall, Sedalia, Independence, Blues, Westport, Little Osage, and several minor engagements too numerous to mention. He surrendered personally, at Austin, to Gen. Merritt. He is now engaged in farming and stock raising - owning a fine farm of 242 acres.