Lafayette County, Missouri - The whole text, 1881 (part 18 of 19)

J. W. Tucker

druggist, is a native of Maryland, the son of Walter and Nancy Tucker, natives of eastern Maryland. J. W. was born May 8th, 1816; educated at Brookville, Indiana; received his medical education in the Cincinnati medical college, of Ohio. After leaving college he practiced medicine in Livingston county, Mo., until the Mexican war broke out when he and Captain Slack raised a company of men, and the doctor was made First Lieutenant of that company, L, second regiment Missouri volunteers command by Gen. Sterling Price; was in the battle of Canada, and was discharged at Ft. Leavenworth in 1847; then returned home and engaged in the drug business, first at Carrollton, and then at Brunswick, and lastly at Waverly, in the year 1866.

Rev. J. M. Scott

pastor of O. S. Presbyterian church of the U. S. The subject of this sketch is a native of Hardy county, W. Va.; was born January 18, 1830. The son of Rev. W. M. and Nancy (Daniel) Scott, who lived and died in the old state of Virginia. Joseph M. received his collegiate education in Hampden, Sidney college, and graduated in the class of 1851-52. His theological instructions were receieved in the Union theological seminary and at the Danville theological seminary, of Kentucky. His first charge was Winchester, Ky., and afterwards he supplied the churches of Clear Creek and Green Springs, Ky. In 1865 he had a charge at Carlisle until 1871, when he moved to Carrollton, Mo., and lived three years. Then he moved to Jersey ville, Ills., where he was pastor of the second Presbyterian church for six years. He then came to Waverly where he has since resided. On the fifth Sabbath of July, 1881, he was installed pastor of the O. S. Presbyterian church. In 1857 he was married to Miss Josephine Coon, of Nicholasville, Ky., by whom he has one daughter, Anna M. (Guinn). In 1860 Mrs. Scott died, and in 1861 he was again married to Miss Nannie Parks, daughter of Col. T. S. Parks, of Nicholas county, Ky. This marriage was blessed with six children: Mabel, Lydia H., Lizzie D., Mattie P., Wm. S. and Thompson P.

Charles Kraus

dealer in hardware, tinware, and furniture. The subject of this sketch was born in Germany, September 10, 1848. His parents were John and Anna D. Kraus, who moved to America in the year 1850. His father was a soldier in the French revolution, and died in Lafayette county, Missouri, in the year 1874. Charles received his education in this county. Was occupied upon the farm for ten years. In 1870, he purchased the hardware store of S. W. Campbell, also the hardware of Mr. T. Patterson. The fact that Mr. Kraus, in his commencement of business, had nothing, speaks well for his energy and enterprise, and has become one of Waverly's most influential men. In 1878, he was married to Miss Anna M. Boof, who lived but a short time.

Landrum Brothers

William H. and Thomas R., carriage and buggy manufacturers, at Waverly. They are natives of Campbell county, Virginia. Their parents were John J. and Mary C. Landrum, and were to the manor born, and now reside in their native state. The brothers were educated in old Virginia, and came to Missouri in the year 1873, and settled in Waverly, where they have since lived. The oldest brother, William H., was married to Miss Laura Dinwiddie, by whom he has one child, Clayton.

James Rollins

city marshal. The subject of this sketch was one of Price's best soldiers, and is now a citizen of Waverly. He was born in the year 1840, the son of B. F. and Elizabeth Rollins, natives of Henry county, Kentucky. He came to Missouri in the year 1856, and located in Saline county, where he lived till the war came on. He then enlisted in Price's army, in 1861, and was with him until he returned to the trans-Mississippi department, then went into the flying artillery for a while, then with Jackson a short time, then under Forest. In 1870, was married to Miss Nannie Kaine, of Saline county. By her he has four children: Lizzie, John W., Anna M., and Essie Belle.

Thomas J. Fletcher

druggist. A native of Lafayette county, Missouri. Born September 19, 1838. His parents, George C. and Mary (Hall) Fletcher, were natives of Mason county, Kentucky, and moved to Saline county, Missouri, in 1832, where they resided for a short time, and then moved to Lafayette county. Thomas is one of four sons that lived to be grown to manhood. His chief business in life has been of a mercantile nature. In 1861, he opened a* drug store in Lexington, which he continued for eight years. In 1869, he came to Waverly, built a store building, and has been in the drug business ever since, in that town. In 1859, was married to Miss Fannie Whittlesey, daughter of P. R. and Salutia (Stone) Whittlesey, of New York. By this marriage he has seven children: Mary (Corder), George R., Christopher E., Henry W., Thomas J., Fannie W., and Willie K. Mr. Fletcher was a student of Shelby college four years. A graduate of Jones College, at St. Louis, in the close of the year 1869.

insurance agent, and senior member of the firm of Booton & Graves, proprietors of Lafayette County Star Mills. Mr. Booton was born October 1, 1835, in Culpepper county, Virginia, the son of William and Jane (Wood) Booton, who were also natives of Virginia. Mr. Booton spent his early life with his parents upon the farm. Received his education at the Missouri State University, where he graduated in the class of 1857. He came to Lafayette county in 1843, with his widowed mother, who died in 1854. After that time, he was engaged farming till 1872. He then engaged in merchandising, in Waverly, for two years, when he bought out the Starr Mills. November, 1865, he was married to Miss Sallie Neale, daughter of William Neale, formerly of Parkersburg, West Virginia. By this marriage Mr. Booton has one child, Southwood.

Dr. J. Warren

The subject of this sketch was a native of Lincoln county, Kentucky, and born October 12, 1816, the soi! of William and Lucretia (Taylor) Warren. His father a native of Virginia. His mother a native of Kentucky. She died in her native state in the year 1819. The doctor received his education at Central College, Danville and Transylvania College, Lexington, Kentucky, where he graduated in the year 1845. He then emigrated to Dover, Lafayette county, Mo., and engaged in the practice of medicine, until 1853. He then bought a farm in Cass county, Mo., which he cultivated with his servants until the war. came on, he then came to Lafayette county, Mo. Thence with his servants to Boone county, where he was when the slaves were made free. In June, 1865, he located at Columbia, where he practiced the medical profession five years. He then returned to Lafayette county, locating at Waverly, where he now resides. In September, 1849, he was married to Miss Isabelle Dickson, daughter of Rev. Wm. Dickson. By this marriage he has three living children: Anna C, (Shindler), Amanda Lee, and Lucy. Belle, (Dr. Trogan). The Warrens are of English decendants, and came to America in 1781, under act of the House of Burgesses, to settle land.

farmer, born November 20, 1796, in Lincoln county, Kentucky, and the son of Alexander Galbraith. In 1817, his parents emigrated to Howard county, Mo., where they resided for seven years, they then moved to Saline county, and from there to Lafayette county. Here Henry was married to Miss Elizabeth Thomas. She died in 1867.

Dr. Spencer W. Brown

The subject of this sketch is one of a family of eight children, his parents, James and Mary, (Palmore), who came to Missouri in 1831, from Buchanan county, Va. Spencer was educated at Fayette Central College, and received his diploma from the Jefferson Medical College, at Philadelphia, Pa. In the year 1850, he came to Waverly from college and practiced the medical profession till the war broke out, he then joined the confederate army, under Shelby till he (Shelby), was made General, then he (Dr. Brown), was promoted surgeon of his regiment, afterwards brigade surgeon. At the close of the war he returned to Waverly and took up the practice of medicine in that place. This he abandoned in the year 1870 for a more retired life. In June 1856, he was married to Miss Elizabeth A. Houston, daughter of Col. David Houston, formerly of Virginia. By this marriage he has four children: Mary E., Spencer Lee, Benjamin H., and Wm. Palmore.

Prof. J. W. Carter

The subject of this sketch, is an old teacher, of considerable reputation. His parents, Curtis and Letitia, (Woodward) Carter, were Virginians bybirth, of Henry county, where the Professor was born and raised to manhood. He was educated under Alexander Campbell at Bethany College, where he graduated A. B., in 1850, and after five years teaching, the degree of A. M. was conferred. For three years following his graduation he taught school at Dover. In March, 1855, was called to Paris, Mo., to take charge of the Paris Female Seminary, which he did for three years. In 1857 he came to Waverly, where he taught school for six years, he then was recalled to Paris, where he remained for five years, and then came back to Waverly in 1868, where he has since been teaching. Nov. 12, 1850, he was married to Miss Margaret B. Campbell, niece of Alexander Campbell; daughter of Archibald and Elenor Campbell, natives of Ireland. By this marriage he has four children now living: J. Lee, Marian D., (N H. Gentry), Wm. H. and Joseph W. Prof. Carter is a true Christian man, having been a devoted member of the Christian church since his youth.

James Goodwin

dealer in farm implements, Waverly. The subject of this sketch is an old settler of Lafayette county, arriving here in the spring of 1840 from Rappahannock county, Va. James was born in Fauquier county, Va., January 9, 1804. His parents were John and Elizabeth Goodwin, who were natives of the county where James was born. The early life of James was devoted to tilling of the soil. After his first marriage, which occurred June 29, 1828, to Miss Elizabeth Corder, daughter of Judge V. Corder, he merchandised for 35 years, and on coming to Missouri he purchased a farm, which he farmed until the close of the war. By the above marriage they had five children: John T., George E., Eliza J., (Judge Hays) now dead, Elizabeth, and James W. After the death of his first wife he was married to Evelyn Corder, daughter of Rev. Martin, of Dover. By this marriage they have five children, Martin, Henry, Mary (Goggins) Martha, (Perry Cartrow). This wife having died he again was married to Miss Martha Marshall in 1849. By this wife he has five children: Franklin, Alice (Burnett), Walter, Albert, and Birdie.

Dr. Charles Smith

physician and surgeon, Waverly, Mo. The subject of this sketch is one of the most promising phvsicians of Lafayette county. A graduate of the Missouri medical college; graduated in the class of 1878-79. Returned to Waverly, where he spent his boyhood days to practice his learned pro- fession, at which he has been successful. Dr. Smith is a native of Lafayette county Mo, born December 27, 1855. His parents are George W and Susan Smith natives of Kentucky, and came to this county in W Dr. Smith is a Mason of good standing, also a member of A. O. U W and of the Lafayette County Medical Association, before which body he has read some fine papers, which reflected much credit upon him as a physician. r

Dr. George Feagans

DR. GEORGE FEAGANS, physician and surgeon of Waverly. The subject of this sketch is a native of Fauquier county Va^; born February 16, 1846. His parents, John R., and Elizabeth Wh.te) Feagans, were natives of Virginia, and came to Boone county, Mo., ,n 1856. Thence to Lafayette countv in 1860. George was educated at Haynes' high school, in Lexington, and his medical edu-

1869-70. Then he located at Waverly, where he practiced for some time be ore entermg Bellview medical college of New York, in which he graduated m 1874, and returned to Waverly to practice his profession, where he has an extensive practice. In October, 1877, he was married to Miss Lutie B. Warren, daughter of Dr. James M. and Belle (Dickson) Warren, formerly of Kentucky. '

N. P. Buck

N. P. BUCK, stock dealer and farmer. The subject of this sketch is the youngest son of a family of four, and the son of Dr. Perry G. and Rebecca (Thomas) Buck, who came to this county prior to 1820, from New York Dr Buck was married in this state soon after his advent here, and settled in Lexington, built the first house in the town. Mr. Buck, the subject of this sketch, was born m Lexington in 1832, and was educated at the Masonic college. In I860 he went to the eastern part of the county and engaged in farming. He now owns 740 acres of land, and raises corn and wheat extensively. Keeps about 300 head of cattle, which he fattens and ships to eastern markets. In November, 1869, he was married to Miss Margaret Pnchard, daughter of E. R. and Eliza Prichard, of Lexington, for-

B. F. McCORD, farmer Is a son of Wm. D. and Theodotia McCord, of Madison county, Ky and was born January 30, 1832, in the same county. He spent his early life with h,s father, who was the possessor of a large body of land and was engaged in loaning money. He received his education at Bethany College, Virginia. After he left college he came to Lafayette county

Mo., where he purchased land and has since lived. In 1862 he was married to Miss Alice J. Brown, daughter of B.J. Brown, of Richmond, Mo., president of the state senate, and who was killed at the battle of Springfield, Mo. This marriage was blessed with two children, Lizzie and Alice.

O. H. P. CATRON, P. O. Alma, Mo. Is an old resident of this county, having been born on the soil. His father, Stephen Catron, was born in Tennessee, and his mother in Kentucky, they came to this county in 1819, settling near Tabo Grove, then moving near Lexington; here O. H. P; was born in 1842, and educated at the Shelby college. In the war he joined Gen. Shelby's command, and was with him throughout the war. After the war he came home and went to farming until 1879, when he went to merchandising. February, 1867, he was married to Miss Martha E. Goodwin, daughter of James and Evelyn Goodwin, of this county. By this union he has one child living, Lee. He is a Mason of the Blue Lodge.

Water B. Hatfield

WATER B. HATFIELD, P O Alma, Mo. The subject of this sketch came to this county in April, 1881 ' from Pike county, Ills. His parents, Oliver B. and Mary Hatfield, were natives of Illinois. He was born April 1, 1858, in Morgan county, Ills., was raised in Springfield, and there educated. At the age of eighteen he began teaching, which vocation he followed until 1881, when he moved to this county. September 1, 1880, he was married to Miss Margaret M. Hunter, of Pittsfield, Ills. He is one of the most successful teachers.

P O Alma Mo. The subject of this sketch is a native of Virginia. When he was two years old his father moved to Missouri, and settled in this county. He was born September 18, 1845. His education was obtained in the common schools of Missouri. He has always been a farmer In October, 1868, he was married to Miss Hattie A. Switherman, of this county, and daughter of A.J. Switherman, and Julia, his wife, formerly of Virginia. In 1864 he enlisted under Gen. Shelby in confederate service. Is now mayor of Alma.

postoffice, Alma, Mo., of the firm of Hatfield & Withee .druggists Alma, Mo. Was born in Scott county, Ills., Feb. 18, 1852. His early life was spent on his father's farm; his education obtained in the Winchester high school and in the State Normal University, 111. For twelve years he taught in the public schools, and a good deal of his time has been devoted to writing for the public on educational subjects; and he is a writer of considerable note. Dec. 25, 1879, he was married to Miss Mary A. Shepherd, of Ills., formerly of Va.

John T. Goodwin

postoffice, Alma, Mo. Was born, raised and educated in Virginia, of which state both his father and mother, James and Elizabeth Goodwin, were natives. In 1839 he moved with his parents to Missouri, and settled in this county. When grown, he took a trip to California, where he remained two years, and then returned home to this county, where he has a fine farm of 320 acres, especially adapted to the grain and stock raising. Two years ago, he rented his farm out, moved to Alma and engaged in general merchandising. In Sept. 1859, was married to Miss Amanda Goggins, daughter of Christopher and Eliza Goggins, of Ky. Of this union there are five living children: Lilly, Eliza M., Bettie, James and Daisy.

postoffice, Alma, Mo. Was born in Morgan county, Ills. His father, C. C. Pasley, was from Tennessee, and his mother, Nancy E. (Crawford), was from Kentucky. His mother died while he was an infant. His father was wounded at the battle of Bellmont, killed by a train of cars at Springfield, Ills., leaving him an orphan at twelve years of age. He found a home with J. B. Thompson, of Morgan county, Ills., with whom he lived until he entered the State Normal University, at Bloomington, 111. Leaving college, he taught school for five years, and studied medicine as he could find the time, with Dr. J. A. Rea. In 1876, he entered the college of physicians and surgeons, at Keokuk, Iowa, from which he graduated in 1878. He then located at Alsey, 111., and practiced two years. By the advice of friends he was induced to locate at Alma, in this county, which he did, and has built up an extensive practice.

Robert W. Neal

postoffice, Alma, Mo., senior member of the firm of J. W. Davis & Co., dealers in general merchandise and agricultural implements. He is a Virginian by birth, born and raised in Parkersburg; born Aug. 15, 1825. His father, James Neal, was, during his early life, clerk of the circuit court, and his mother, Mary A. Neal, was a sister of Judge Wills, so well known in Missouri. They were both natives of Virginia, and in Virginia were laid to their eternal rest. In 1850, he came to this county and clerked for Taylor and Simpson, at Waverly, for two years. In 1858, he went to California, thence to Nevada, and from there to Oregon, being absent eighteen years. In 1870, he sailed to South America, and by Cape Horn, home. May, 1877, he was married to Miss Mary C. Lewis, daughter of Wetzell Lewis, formerly of Virginia.

P. O. Alma. Was born in Miller county. Mo., January 13, 1858, where his parents resided for many years. His early life was spent on a farm, and his education obtained in this county, and he is one of the most promising young men in Lafayette county. In February, 1879, he commenced the study of medicine with Dr. J. B. Wood of Waverly. His whole time and attention were devoted to his chosen profession, and he graduated in the class of 1880-81 at the St. Louis medical college. May, 1881, he located at Alma, where he is now practicing.

Daniel F. Jackson

Middleton township. Was born in Rappahannock county, Va., January 16, 1831, where he spent his early life up to 1857; he moved to Missouri in the fall of 1857, and settled on the farm where he now resides. At the beginning of the war he enlisted in Company C, First Missouri cavalry, under Gen. Shelby, and served until the close of the war, and took part in all the engagements the regiment was in, and was at the surrender at Shreveport. He was married April 15, 1853 to Miss Allie Griffin, a native of Virginia. By this marriage they have eight children: Daniel W., Frank, Stonewall, Richard, Eugenia, Joseph, Robert, and Claud.

James W. Goodwin

Middleton township. The subject of this sketch was born in Rappahannock county, Va., February 1, 1834, and came with his father, James Goodwin, to Marion county, this state, in 1839, where he lived until the fall of 1847, when he came to Lafayette, where he has since remained, and is one of the largest land owners in the county, having some 1,600 acres of the finest land. He was married December 6, 1857, to Lucy A. Corder, a native of Virginia, and a daughter of John and Sarah Corder, who came to this county in 1840. By this marriage they have four children: John G., Minnie, Sallie E., and Fannie; the two oldest are married. Mr. Goodwin is a member of the Presbyterian church.

James A. Jackson

was born in East Va., January 11, 1829, where he spent his early life, until he was twenty years old, when he moved to Missouri, and settled in this county, where he has since resided and engaged in farming and raising stock; and now owns 400 acres of land. He was married Nov. 20, 1855, to Eliza A. Corder, a native of Va. By this marriage they have seven children, John H., Sarah E., Daniel G., Elizabeth, James, Victoria and Thomas. Mr. Jackson is a member of the Presbyterian church, as is also Mrs. Jackson. He is one of the leading and most prosperous farmers in the county.

In the beginning of the 17th century there came from France to the United States, a father and three sons, who were banished for not embracing the Catholic religion, the faith of that country, and effects would have been confiscated but for a thoughtful strategy by which he managed to bring most of his property with him. The names of the three sons were: Theodore, Joseph and Daniel. At the time of the war of the revolution in 17J6, in the wilds of Pennsylvania, were built forts at different points, where men were posted. One of these was at the house of Joseph Prigmore, where it remained during the seven years of bloodshed. He soon after moved to Tennessee and raised a family of five boys and seven girls. The third child Benjamin moved to Missouri, in 1818, and raised a family of ten children. The youngest now living in Davis township, this county, being the father of the subject of this biography, W. H., who was born Aug. 23, 1857, and was married June 15, 1879, to Miss Fannie Clay, daughter of James and Mary Clay. Her mother dying Oct. 23, 1877. Mr. Prigmore now owns 80 acres of land, and is engaged in farming and raising stock. He is a member of the Christian church.

Grimes H. Dryden

was born in Marion county, Ind., Jan. 26, 1841, and came to Missouri the fall of 1846, and settled in Holt county Mo., and in 1848, moved to Atchison county, where he lived until the fall of 1865, when he came to Lafayette where he has since resided, and now owns one hundred acres of land- He was married April 21, 1867, to Eliza Ramey, her parents being early settlers of this county. By this marriage they have two children: Frank M. and John H. Mr. Dryden is a member of the Patrons of Husbandry, also of the Christian church. He enlisted the September of 1861, in Co. B., 5th regiment under Col. Launders, and took a part in a number of engagements, and served until Feb. 1863, when he was discharged, and soon after taken prisoner and retained for two months, when he was exchanged.

Samuel P. Bascom

S. P. Bascom was born in Brown county Ohio, Aug. 35, 1827. At the age of seven he moved with his mother to Ky., his father having died when he was about six years old. Remaining there until he was about twenty-three, he then came to Missouri and settled in Lafayette county, where he has since remained. He was engaged in the mercantile business four years in Aullville, and in 1860 he was elected county assessor, and during the war was in the confederate army six months, in Col. Hiram Bledsoe's regiment. He then returned to the county, and has since been engaged in farming, buying and shipping cattle. He owns 80 acres of land, and cultivates 300 acres. He was married Dec. 17, 1851, to Lettia Dinwiddie. By this marriage they have the following children : Walker, now attending law school at Columbia, Cassie, Belle, Jennie, Frank, Samuel and Charles. Mr. Bascom is a half brother of Bishop Bascom of M. E. church south .

was born in Fauquier county Va., Dec. 4, 1832. He is a son of James G. Waters, also of Va., who died Feb. 4, 1842, at the age of 36. He spent his early life in his native state, and at the age of eighteen he moved to Missouri with his mother Emily Waters and brother Areopagus J. and sister Mary Penelope, and settled in Lafayette county, where he now resides, and is the owner of 500 acres of land dealing extensively in stock, making a specialty of fine sheep and hogs. He was married July 12, 1866, to Mary A. Thompson, who was born in Fauquier county, Va., near Manassas Gap, Sept., 2, 1842. She is a daughter of Land Thompson still living in Va., and Elizabeth who died at Woodlawn Va. Sept. 11, 1876, in the 63d year of her age. By this marriage they have five children: Mary E., born July 4, 1868; Lizzie D., born March 7, 1870; John E., born Feb. 7, 1872; Fannie Lee, born June 10, 1876; D. J., born June 30, 1880 ; and three deceased. Mr. Waters is a Master Mason member of Waverly lodge, No. 61, also a member of the Patrons of Husbandry, and has held office in the latter lodge since he first united, and is now their lecturer. Mrs. Waters is also a matron in the lodge ; they are both members of the M. E. church south.

Robert P. Metcalf

The subject of this sketch was born in Fleming county, Ky., May 4th, 1832, where he spent his early life. In 1857 he settled in Missouri, Howard county, where he remained one year and then moved to Pettis county, remaining there eight years; he then returned to Kentucky, staying there one year; he then returned to Lafayette county, where he has since lived, and now owns 240 acres of fine land. He was married November 20th, 1866, to Miss Lizzie Catron; by this marriage they have four children: Carrie C, John P., Robert. F. and Christopher C. Mr. Metcalf is one of the most enterprising farmers in this part of the county; himself and wife are members of the Old School Presbyterian Church.

was born in Boyle county, Kentucky, August 15th, 1833. He spent his early life in his native state until he was twenty years old; in 1856 he came to Missouri, and first settled in Howard county, where he remained about one year; from there he moved to Saline, and soon after to Lafayette, and subsequently returned to Saline, where he remained until the spring of 1876, when he returned to this county, and now owns 290 acres of land, and follows farming and stock raising. In 1856 he married Miss Sallie Houchins, a native of Kentucky; they have eight children: Mollie J., John W., Sallie A., Thomas J., Minnie, Whitford B., William E. and Tilda. Mr. and Mrs. Vanarsdall are members of the Christian church.

Capt. Sam F. Taylor

deceased, was born in Clark county, Ky., October 8th, 1821, where he spent his early life, and was deputy clerk of the circuit court under his father; he then succeeded his father to the office, a position he held for some eight years. He was married September 14th, 1843, to Miss Fannie Simpson, a daughter of Judge Simpson, of Clark county. Mr. Taylor continued in office until 1848, when he resigned, and in the fall of 1849 he, with his wife and three children moved to Missouri, and settled in Lafayette county, where he, in partnership with his brother-in-law, R. C. Simpson, entered a large tract of land and engaged in raising hemp. In 1858 he was elected to the legislature, and filled that position with credit for two years. In the fall of 1860 he was elected county judge; in the fall of '61, after the battle of Lexington, he raised a company and joined Gen. Price's command and served as captain until the battle of Corinth, Mississippi, when he was killed, being shot through the heart while storming the enemy's breastworks. At the time of his death he owned about 1800 acres of land, which he leit his widow and six children : Mary, now Mrs. W. D. Lewis, living in Kansas City; Samuel F., now in Idaho; Isaac P., Lizzie B., now Mrs. Yantis, in Saline county; Edward G., now practicing law in Kansas City, and John M., now attending the State University. Mrs. Taylor was again married February 27th, 1867, to W. W. Battaile, a native of Virginia, who came to this county in 1842, and is now living in Middleton township, engaged in farming and stock raising, making a specialty of sheep raising.

Menoah Beamer

was born in Grayson county, Va., June 7th, 1818, where he spent his early life until he was twenty-one years old; he then moved to Missouri in 1839, and first settled in Caldwell county ; returning to Virginia in 1840 he remained one year, when he returned to Lafayette county; in 1849 he went to California and remained two years. At the breaking out of the war he enlisted in August, '61, in Capt. Taylor's company and served about one year; he then got transferred in 1862 to King's battery, and served about one year in that. He now owns about eleven hundred acres of land, making a specialty of breeding fine trotting stock. During the fall of '81 he took about $,1800 in premiums on horses alone at the county fairs, showing nine horses; he also breeds fine-blooded stock, having a fine herd of short-horns. He was married March 28th, 1843, to Miss Mary Owens, a daughter of Robert Owens, of Saline county; she dying Nov. 24th, 18T3, leaving seven children, he was again married December 18th, 1874, to Miss S. L. Heutcherson, a native of Va.; by this marriage they have three children: Paschal, Samuel C. and Hattie I.

was born in West Virginia, August 21, 1848. At the age of eighteen he came to Missouri with his parents, and settled in this county, where he has since resided, and been engaged in farming, and is now owner of a coal mine, which he is working. He owns one hundred and sixty acres of land. Was married August 15, 1869, to Miss Elizabeth Hackley, a native of this county. By this marriage they have seven children: Mabel L., Mary M., Floyd J., Earl H., William A., John S., and Frederick M. Mr. Smitherman is a member of the Baptist Church, and Mrs. S. of the Christian church.

Thomas R. James

deceased, was born in Mason county, Kentucky, November 6, 1818. He was a son of Berryman and Mary James. His parents moved to Clay county, Indiana, when he was about five years old, where he remained until 1838, he then, with his brother, J. M., emigrated to the territory of Iowa. From there he came to Missouri, in 1840, and first settled in Lexington, where he lived four years, being married, October 3, 1813, to Miss M. H. Wallace. In 1844 he moved to Henry county, where he resided six years. He then returned to Waverly, this county, where he lived until his death, April 17, 1880. In early life he learned the carpenter trade, which he followed a number of years. Duuring the war he had charge of the ware-houses in Waverly. In 1844 he joined the Cumberland Presbyterian Church, and was a devout Christian and an active temperance worker, having signed the pledge in 1839, and kept it faithfully. He was the father of eight children, four sons and four daughters, six of whom are now living: Frank, now in Colorado; Rovelah, now Mrs. Ledford, living in Waverly; Mary Wallace, George W., Elizabeth C, and Susie A. The oldest child, Russell, was killed on a scout, near Mt. Vernon, Missouri, October 2, 1862. W. C, the third child, was killed at

Fayettesville, Arkansas, June 2, 1866. He was generally known as Babe Anderson during the war, as he was a mere boy, and always by the side of Bill Anderson.

Henry S. Vanangler

P. O. Waverly, Missouri. Was born in the city of New Brunswick, New Jersey, October 16, 1819. His father, Cornelius Vanangler, was of Holland descent - his fathers being among the early settlers of New York, over two hundred years ago. His father moved to New Brunswick in the year 1799. People then had, in accordance with the ordinance, make oath to obtain the rights of citizenship. The subject of this sketch lost his father when only three years old, and moved with his mother to Kentucky, in 1826. In 1835 he engaged as clerk in a store. In 1840 he came to Missouri, and taught school for several years, and then went into the mercantile business in Waverly and in Dover, in this county, in which he was very successful, until the war began. He closed his business, but did not enter either army. Since the war, he has followed farming - dealing largely in fruit, and in bees. He has forty acres in orchard, and over one hundred stands of bees - shipping several tons of honey annually. He has a model farm of 400 acres of land, and is a model farmer, possessing the confidence of his neighbors. In the fall of 1876 he was elected to the legislature, and served one term, He is the author of many poems, evincing much literary taste and ability. He has never married.

James Younger

deceased. Was born in Logan county, Kentucky, Oct. 6, 1833. His father, Wm. C. Younger, was also a native of Kentucky. He lived in his native county until ten years old, when he went to Simpson county, Ky., and lived with John Ennis until he was eighteen - his parents both dying while he was very young. He then went to Warren county, Ky., where he married, Dec. 29, 1853, Miss Louisa A. Phelps, of Warren county, Ky. He lived in Warren county about four years, and then, in 1857, came to this county and settled at Waverly for some years. He then purchased a farm and went to farming in Middleton township. He did not join either army in the war, and had accumulated quite a handsome property at the time of his death, which took place July 6, 1881. He left a widow and the following children, living: Annie Belle, now Mrs. Edward Downs; Betty J., now Mrs. John Thornton; Charles H., Josephine, Georgia, James C. and Sallie Frances. Mr. Younger was a member of the Baptist church, as is also his widow. He was a member of the Grange and was one of the best farmers in this section.

Thomas A. Catron

P. O. Waverly, Mo. Was born in this county, Oct. 27, 1847, and is son of Stephen and Elizabeth Catron, who are natives of Kentucky, and who came to this state in 1820, settling first near Glasgow, and then in 1822 near Lexington, in this county. The subject of this sketch was raised on a farm and has followed that occupation all his life. He has now 250 acres of well stocked and well improved land and is -one of the most influential farmers in that vicinity. He was married Dec. 27, 1871, to Miss Leu Callaway, daughter of James and Minerva Callaway, of Cass county, Mo. By this union he has three children : May, Eddie and Mattie L. He is a member of the M. E. Church South, and also of the Masonic Lodge at Waverly.

James F. Larkin

P. O. Waverly, Mo. Was born in County Galway, Ireland, April, 1812, where he was raised and educated. He came to the United States in 1836 and spent nine years traveling over the States. He was married in Page county, Va., June 3d, 1845, to Miss Mary J. Poisal. Her grandfather served seven years in the Revolutionary war. In 1853 he moved to Missouri and settled in this county, where he has since lived, and now owns 440 acres of land and devotes his attention to farming and raising stock. He has ten children: Thomas S., John F., Edward K., James F., Annie, now Mrs. W. T. Maddox, of Corder; Michael, Francis P., Patrick Henry, Joseph and Peter. He is a member of the Catholic church. He took no active part in the war; called himself a Union man, but was not molested by anybody.

J. Polk Corder

postoffice Alma, Mo. Was born in Rappahanock Co., Va., April 1, 1843. His father, Elias Corder, and his mother, Sarah (Jeffries) Corder, were also natives of Virginia, his father holding the office of justice of the peace for a number of years, and died in 1879. His mother still lives in Virginia. The subject of this sketch was raised and educated in his native county, and lived there until the beginning of the war. Two days after the battle of Bull Run he enlisted in Co. G, 49th Va. Inft, and served under Gen. Lee until the close of the war, and was in the battles of Seven Pines, Fair Oaks - where he was wounded and captured and was in prison four months at Fort Delaware; was then exchanged, and was in the battles of Fredericksburg, Wilderness, Gettysburg, Cold Harbor - where he was again wounded in the leg and arm both. When able for duty he again joined his regiment, and was at the seige of Petersburg, and was with Gen. Early's brigade at the time of the surrender at Appomattox. After the war he came to Missouri and settled in this county, where he now lives, owning 460 acres of land. He was married April 17, 1870, to Miss Sarah F. Corder, daughter of John Corder, a native of Virginia, who came to this county in 1838. They have three children - Willie J., Mary L. and Blanche.

Charles J. Lewis

P. O. Alma, Mo. Was born in Wood county, Va., June 25, 1834, and is the son of George B. Lewis, a native of Loudon county, Va., and for several years sheriff of Wood county, Va. He moved to this county in 1850, settled in Middleton township, and for some years was one of the judges of the County Court. He died Oct. 26, 1864. Charles was raised on his father's farm. August, 1862, he enlisted in Co. " B " 1st Mo. Cav., under Gen. Shelby, and served to the end of the war. He was wounded at Westport. After the war he came home and turned his whole attention to farming, and now has 430 acres of land. He was married Nov. 28, 1872, to Miss Lillian H. Lake, daughter of Thomas M. and Almira H. Lake, of Fauquier county, Va., and by this union has three children: Charles M., George V. and Leon H. He is a member of the Grange.

Col. John Donaldson

postoffice Waverly, Mo. Was born in Newry, County Down, Ireland Oct. 17, 1822. His father was also John Donaldson. He was raised and educated in his native county and lived there until twenty-four years old, engaged in the mercantile business. In 1846 he came to this country and lived in Tennessee for some time. For a number of years he was engaged in the mercantile business in Lexington. In 1861 he enlisted in one of the first companies of the state guard, and remained in the confederate army to the end. He was married July 30, 1857, to Miss Bettie M. Webb, daughter of Capt. John Webb, of this county. She died March 8, 1878, leaving two children - Pinkie, now Mrs. McGrew, of St. Louis, and Willie W. He has a magnificent farm of 1,000 acres near Waverly.

Christopher C. Catron

postoffice Waverly, Mo. Was born near Lexington, in this county, June 30, 1837. His father, Stephen Catron, came to Missouri in 1820, and settled in this county in 1822, and married Elizabeth Smith, a native of Kentucky. They had six children, five boys and one girl, of whom the subject of this sketch is the second son. He was raised and educated in this county. At the age of twenty years he went to Kansas, and engaged in merchandising for several years. In 1862 he enlisted in the 1st Mo. Cav. under Gen. Shelby, and served to the end of the war, surrendering in the last organized confederate command. After the war he reterned home, and turned his attention to farming, which he has followed ever since. He has now a splendid farm of 340 acres. He was married Nov. 6, 1860, to Miss Eliza E. Shroyer, daughter of Wm. W. and Jane V. Shroyer, of this county, natives of Kentucky. By this union he has three children - Lucy M., Fannie E. and Jessie. He is a member of the Waverly lodge of Masons, and also a member of the Grange, and master of the county Grange.

James F. Wood

physician and surgeon, P. O. Odessa. The doctor was born and bred in this state and county. Was educated in St. Louis; graduating from the St. Louis medical college in 1878. He began the practice of medicine at Pink Hill, Jackson county, and in 1879 came to Odessa, where he has since resided, engaged in a lucrative practice. The doctor is genial in disposition, affable in manners and skilled in his profession, qualities which are sure to win for him an exalted place in the medical fraternity. He is a member of the A. F. and A. M., and also of the M. E. Church, South.

Ayres C. M. Bird

sewing machine dealer, Odessa. Our subject was born in this state and county in 1845; lived on a farm until 1873 when he commenced handling sewing machines. In 1864, October, he enlisted in the confederate service, Col. Gordon's regiment. He participated in the battle of Westport and other skirmishes. Was paroled at Alexandria, in June, 1865. His father was a native of Virginia, and his mother of Maryland. They moved to this county in 1835. October 9, 1870, he was married to Miss Linda E. Baxter, of this county, by whom he has three children: Covington M., Leslie H., Katie A. In 1879 he came to Odessa, where he has since resided, engaged in handling machines, and doing a good business.

livery, sale and feed stable, P. O. Odessa; son of John F. and Gabriella Ryland, was born in this state and county, in 1847. The greater part of his life was spent in farming. During the past six years he has been engaged in the grain business, in connection with his other occupation. In 1867 he married Miss Virginia Beall, of Lafayette county. They have three children: Elizabeth, Bell, and John Samuel. In 1878 Mr. Ryland came to Odessa and embarked in the livery business, which has occupied his attention the greater part of the time since. In 1879 he was elected city assessor, which office he filled acceptably to all concerned. Mr. R.

has been identified with the interests of the county from his birth and has watched the development of her abundant resources with a great deal of pleasure, contributing largely to the same.

Henry Brown

butcher, P. O. Odessa; is an Englishman by birth, a native of Bedfordshire. His earl)' life was passed in England, engaged in the grain business. In 1871 he came to the U. S. and settled in Mississippi, where he remained for two years. He then came to Missouri and located in Johnson county, where he lived until 1879, when he moved to this county and engaged in butchering at Odessa. He has a good trade. In 1868 he was united in marriage to Miss Sarah A. Ellis, of Uxbridge, England. They have three children: Bessie, Florence, and Henry.

druggist, Odessa post office. The doctor is a native of Virginia. At an early age he went with his parents to New York, where he was reared and educated, graduating with honor from the medical college at Geneva, New York. Having complete faith in the then unexpressed injunction of that veteran journalist, Horace Greeley, of " Go west, young man, " in 1847 he turned his face towards the setting sun. For several years he turned his attention principally to railroading. In 1878 he moved to Odessa and engaged in the drug business. By industry and close attention to the wants of his customers he has succeeded in establishing himself in a good business. In 1879 he was united in marriage to Miss Rachel R. Beard, daughter of Samuel Beard, of this county. Mr. Beardslee is a member in good standing of the A. F. & A. M.

retired druggist, Odessa. Was born in Wayne county, Kentucky, September 19, 1833. In the spring of 1849 he came with his parents to Andrew county, of this state, where he remained until October, 1857, when he went to Bolivar, Polk county, and engaged in the drug business. In June, of 1861, he enlisted in the 19th Louisiana infantry, of which he was shortly afterward appointed druggist, and in which capacity he served until the close of the war. In the fall of 1866, he settled in Clay county, where he engaged in the drug business and in teaching. In October, 1878, he moved to Odessa, resumed the sale of drugs and in the following year sold out his entire stock and retired from business. On the 13th of December, 1868, he was united in marriage to Miss S. E. Rupe, by whom he has two children: Mary A. and Phoebe. Mr. McKinney is a member in good standing of the A. F. & A. M., and also an active and consistent member of the Christian church. Although his citizenship of this county blaeksmith, Odessa. The subject of this sketch was born in Lafayette county, Mo., April 19, 1856. He is the son of John F. and Gabrielle Ryland. At the age of sixteen he learned the blacksmith trade at Lexington, this county, which occupation he has since followed with but slight intermissions. He was married in October 1876 to Miss Rebecca Beall, a native of this county, by whom he has two children, Samuel C. and Mary Bell. In the fall of 1879 Mr. Ryland moved to Odessa and engaged in his trade. In March, 1881, he entered into partnership with Mr. Bumgarner, the firm being styled Bumgarner & Ryland. Mr. R. is a man of energy and enterprise, skilled in his occupation, and not only possesses the confidence of his neighbors, but their patronage as well.

George L. Townsend

furniture-dealer, Odessa, is a native of New York, born in Washington county, June 11, 1848. Was raised and educated in his native state, and at the age of eighteen learned the carpennter's trade, which he followed until 1868 when he went to Kansas and engaged in railoading. He followed this occupation for eight years in Kansas and fwo years in Sedalia, this state. December 24, 1874, he was married to Miss Lizzie Cryderman, of Solomon City, Kansas. They have two children: Bertha and Roy. March 4, 1879, he moved to Odessa, where he has since resided engaged in the furniture business, in the pursuit of which he has a full share of patronage. He is a member of the I. O. O. F.

Robert T. Russell

farmer, Odessa. The subject of the following is a Kentuckian, born in Bourbon county, in 1830. In 1836 the family moved to Callaway county, this state, where his father died in 1840. What was left of the family then returned to Kentucky. At the age of twenty-three he went to California, where he married in May, 1856, Mrs. Rebecca Cox. In 1859 he returned to Davis county, Missouri, where he engaged in farming. In 1865 he moved to Covington, Kentucky, where he remained for a short time engaged in merchandising. In the same year he came to this county and purchased land, upon a portion of which Odessa now stands. Mr. Russell is a public spirited, influential citizen and has contributed largely in various ways, towards the growth and welfare of Odessa. He is a member of A. F. & A. M. Has served for a number of years as master of the lodge at Odessa. He and his wife are members of the M. E. south, of which he is steward.

furniture and undertaking, P. O. Odessa. Was born October 18, 1848, in Wood county, West Virginia. Came to Missouri in 1871, settled in Lafayette county, and engaged in the occupation of contractor and builder, in the vicinity of Mt. Hope. October 19, 1876, he was married to Miss Cena McBurney, of this county. They have one child, Mary Myrtle. In the spring of 1879 he moved to Odessa, where he contracted for and built the first hotel in the place. Mr. Corbitt is a worthy member of the Presbyterian church, and a ruling elder of the same. He is a man of genius and enterprise; whole souled and wide awake. Has an excellent trade since engaging in his present " undertaking."

Edward D. Rawlings

mayor of Odessa; postoffice, Odessa; son of Jonathan and Nancy Rowlings; born April 6, 1823, in Mason county, Ky. In March of 1843, he came to this state and settled in Johnson county, where he was engaged in farming, with the exception of the time spent in the army, until April, 1879, when he moved to Odessa. In the fall of the same year he was elected Mayor of Odessa, and in April of 1881, was re-elected, which fact is, of itself, a sufficient testimony of his ability to administer the affairs of the corporation. In 1844, he was married to Miss L. A. Bateman, of Fleming county, Ky., by whom he had seven children, all of whom are living. His wife died, January 2, 1880. In 1861, he enlisted in the confederate service, Col. CockrelPs regiment. Participated in the battles of Lexington, Wilson's Creek, Lone Jack, and several other skirmishes. He entered the service with the commission of 1st lieutenant; was shortly afterwards elected captain of the company. He was taken prisoner at Lexington and parolled, after being held in durance for five months. Mr. R. in his religious views, conforms to the creed of the M. E. church, south, of which he is an honored member. Is a genial, large hearted man, to whom a worthy appeal for charity is never made in vain.

W. T. Anderson

livery and sale stable, postoffice, Odessa; son of J. E. and Elizabeth Anderson, was born in Campbell county, Va., July 28, 1831. Came to Missouri with his father in 1837, his mother having died at the home place. The greater part of his early life was passed on a farm. . In 1853, April 28th, he was united in marriage to Miss Anna Lee, of this county. Their union is blessed with five children: Mrs. P. M. Armstrong, Anna, Katie, Nellie and Jennie. In 1874, he was elected justice of the peace of Sniabar township, and re-elected in 1878, showing conclusively the estimation of his fellow-citizens, with reference to his ability to administer justice. In 1879 he moved to Odessa, where he has since resided, engaged in the livery business. He has established a reputation of square and honorable dealing, and enjoys his full share of public patronage. Mr. Anderson is a member of the A. F. & A. M., and also of the Presbyterian church.

harness and saddlery; postoffice, Odessa. Was born in North Carolina, and moved to Tennessee, w ith his parents, when a child. He has been engaged in the saddlery business since 1845. In 1854, he was married to Miss O. C. Keene, of Tenn., who died May 3, 1867, leaving him with one child: Samuel T., to mourn her loss. Mr. R. enlisted in the confederate service August, 1861, in the 28th Tennessee regiment. Was engaged in the following battles: Fishers Creek, Shiloh, first seige of Vicksburg, Baton Rouge, Murfreesborough, Chickamauga, Missionary Ridge, Peach Tree; where he was severely wounded. Was mustered out in Macon, Georgia, May 5, 1865. In 1869, he came to Missouri, and spent one year in Laclede county and two years in Johnson county. In 1872, he came to this county, and began business in Mt. Hope, where he remained until the spring of 1S79, when he moved to Odessa, where he now resides in the operation of quite a lucrative business in his line. Owns the only business house, of the kind, in the place. Is a member of the A. F. & A. M.; also of the Missionary Baptist church.

Mr. McChesney is a native of Washington county, Virginia; born in 1837, where he was reared and educated. Came to Missouri in 1859, and settled atMt. Hope, in Lafayette county, where he was engaged in merchandising and dealing in live stock, grain, etc. In 1878 he went to Odessa and opened a hotel, which he is operating at the present time, enjoying a liberal share of the public patronage. In 1859 he was married to Miss Fannie Latham, of Virginia. This union is blessed with seven children. During the war Mr. McChesney served for three months in the Missouri State Guards. He is a member of the Presbyterian church, O. S. Deals quite largely in real estate. Postoffice is Odessa.

David M. Reed

P. O. Odessa, Missouri; son of Charles and Margaret Reed; was born June 24, 1816, in Grainger county, Tennessee, and moved to Missouri with his parents in the spring of 1839. They first settled near Blue Mills, in Jackson county, and from there moved to Cass county, and then to this county in 1843. In the fall of 1843 he married Miss Eliza Summers, by whom he had seven children, and raised six: A. V. C. H., Mary M., Sidney E., Daniel C, Caleb S. Mr. Reed married again to M. Cynthia

Oliver E. Gann

P. O. Odessa, Missouri, son of Issac and Anna Gann, nee Clark, of Washington county, Tennessee, was born in 1806, and moved to this county in 1834. In 1836 he married Miss Susannah Green, also a native of Washington county, Tennessee. He has had eleven children, of whom seven are now living: Mary J., Elbert S., Amanda, Caroline, Oliver, Sally and Harriet.

John W. Bledsoe

P. O. Bates City, Missouri; son of George and Martha Ann Bledsoe, nee Lauderdale, both natives of Tennessee, was born in 1838, and came with his parents to this county in 1839. He married Miss Susan Ann Kelley, daughter of John Kelley of Cooper county, who came to this state from Alabama. He has five children: George W., Jane J., Corah H., Katie I., and John Early. He served under Shelby during the war, and participated in most of the battles in which Shelby was engaged.

P. O. Chapel Hill, Missouri. Was born in Berkley county, Virginia in 1839. In 1869 was married to Miss Vandiver, of Hampshire, now Mineral county, Virginia, and in the spring of 1879 moved to this county, purchasing the farm of Joyner. He has always been a farmer and a stock raiser. He has five children: Ella May, George B., Fanny P., Annie S., and Charles A. Mr. Tabb was educated in Huntsville, Virginia, and in Romney, Virginia. He served during the war in McNeill's battalion of Partizan Rangers.

P. O. Odessa, Missouri. Was born in 1825 in Sumner county, Tennessee. In 1838 he moved with his parents to this county. His father was James Satterfield, and his mother's name was Frances Day - both of them were natives of North Carolina. In February, 1857, he married Nancy Joyce, of Patrick county, Virginia, by whom he has five children: Sarah, Virginia F., J. Alexander, Mollie, and Jessie. Mr. Satterfield is a surveyor and farmer, and was educated at Chapel Hill, in this county.

T. G. Wilkinson

P. O. Ohapel Hill. Son of James and Mary Wilkinson, of Carroll county, Va., was born February 16, 1836. In March, 1854, he came to Missouri, and Aug. 5, 1857, he was married to Miss Lulu C. Parish, by whom he has had thirteen children, eleven of whom are now living: James T., Benjamin M., Charles A., Earnest, Anna P., Arthur T., Henry F., Frank H., Rosa C, Clarence O., and Lydia A. In December, 1861, he joined the Missouri state guards, company I, First regiment, Slack's division. In December, 1861, he was captured at the Blackwater capture, confined in Lexington a short time, and then released. In August, 1862, he enlisted in the confederate service, and was at Lone Jack and Columbus. In September, First regiment Missouri cavalry was organized, and S. Bullard was commissioned captain of his company and Wilkinson first lieutenant. In 1863 Capt. Bullard joined the guerrillas, and he was promoted to the captaincy. As private and officer he was in many battles, as Carthage, Drywood, Wilson's Creek, Lexington, Newtonia, Cane Hill, Springfield, Hartsville, Helena, and numberless skirmishes. He, with Capt. Thornton, assisted in capturing Liberty Arsenal. He was with his regiment in the last raid through Missouri, and was in the battles and skirmishes of the raid, as Sedalia, Jefferson City, Lexington, Blues, and Westport. At the surrender at Shreveport, June, 1S65, Capt. Wilkinson's command surrendered to the Ninth Illinois, the same regiment that he had assisted in capturing the year before on Red river, and being old acquaintances, they had a grand jollification at the surrender.

P. O. Odessa. Was born in the state of Kentucky in 1836, and came to this state in 1849 with his parents, and has lived in this county ever since. Has never married. In 1862 he enlisted in the confederate army, and was discharged in 1865. He fought in a number of battles and was captured at Vicksburg and exchanged and rejoined his command, and served to the end. The city of Odessa is located partly on his land, and he has 100 acres adjoining.

James P. Proctor

P. O. Odessa. Son of Thomas and Polly Proctor. Was born in Kentucky, and came with his parents to this state in 1838. In 1867 he married Mrs. Rachel Helm, widow of James Helm and daughter of Charles Glover. In 1861 he enlisted under Gen Shelby in the confederate army, and fought in several battles. Was captured near Lexington, and confind until the end of the war.

Stephens. White

P. O. Odessa. Son of Joseph and Susan White, who moved to this county from Tennessee in 1832, was born in Green county, East Tennessee, April 5, 1817, and now lives within one mile and a half from where his parents first settled. He married Miss Mary C. Ferguson, of Pettis county, and has three sons, who now live with their father or near him. He owns a very fertile farm of 220 acres at the head of the Greenton valley, one mile from the town of Odessa; His father, Joseph White, and Mr. Fristoe, one a new and the other an old school Baptist, were among the first preachers in that region.

Noah P. Adams

P. O. Odessa. Was born in this county in 1844, and was married to Miss Mary E. Muir, December 1, 1870. In 1861 he enlisted in the Missouri state guard, then in the confederate army and served to the end of the war. Was in the battles of Lexington, Lone Jack, Westport, and Drywood, where he was captured and confined at Rock Island to the close of war. He now resides on the Muir farm, and is an industrious and successful farmer.

Washington Bardsley

postoffice Odessa. Son of Daniel B. Bardsley, of Connecticut, who moved to Missouri about the year 1833, and was married in 1838, to Miss Lydia Seagraves, a native of Kentucky. Washington was born July 7, 1840, and was married in September, 1866, to Miss Catherine Cox, daughter of Joseph Cox. In 1861 he enlisted in the confederate army, and was in a number of battles, as Springfield, Oak Hill, Pt. Gibson, and Vicksburg, where he was captured, held a prisoner until January 1864, then released. He returned to the service, and served to the end of the war. He owns 106 acres of fine land bordering Odessa on the south.

William H. Edwards

P. O. Odessa, Missouri, son of Feilding and Jane Edwards. Was born in Woodford county, Kentucky, in 1838. In 1868 he was married to Miss Rebecca Henry, of this county. In 1861 he enlisted in company A, 5th Kentucky cavalry. Afterwards was in Gen. Morgan's command. Was in numerous battles. Was taken prisoner and confined in Fort Delaware, from which place he managed to escape, by " falling in " with the carpenters, and marching out with them.

"i*rO. Odessa. Was born February 17, 1816, in Washington county, Va. His father, also Thomas McChesney, served in the war of 1812, and both of his grandfathers served in the revolutionary war under Gen. Campbell. Mr. McChesney came to this state in 1837 and entered land, and then returned to Virgina. August 13, 1840, he was married to Miss Mary E. King, daughter of Maj. Wm. King. He then, in 1842, moved to this county, and the next year, 1843, settled upon his present home- stead, and is one of the large land owners of the County. He has seven children ; his oldest son died while in the confederate army. His grandmother was Susan Berry and his mother's name was Susan Sharpe, daughter of John Sharpe, a revolutionary soldier.

Dr. John Perrie

P. O. Odessa. Is the son of John Perrie, who moved to this county in 1845, and settled at Lexington. Dr. Perrie was born in Maryland, in 1840, and came to Lexington with his parents. He first taught in the Masonic college in Lexington, then studied medicine with Dr. John Bull, of Lexington, and graduated at the St. Louis medical college in 1868, since which time he has been practicing in this county. In 1866 he was married to Miss Mollie Keith, daughter of Dr. Jas. M. Keith, of this county. He is now settled at Mt. Hope, in Sniabar township, and is doing a good practice. Previous to studying medicine he graduated at Jones' commercial college in St. Louis. He has three children living: Eddie, Claud and Bettie Bell. During the war Dr. Perrie served as hospital steward, in Price's army. He served until the close of the war and surrendered in Louisiana.

Sterling Powers

STERLING POWERS, P. O. Odessa. Was born July 5, 1832, in Kenton county, Ky., and moved to Missouri in 1852. He is the son of Richard C. and Judah Powers. His father came to Kentucky from Richmond, Virginia, and his mother was born in Bourbon county, Kentucky. On the 20th of June, 1858, he was married to Miss Elizabeth Cox, daughter of Joseph Cox, of this county. Mr. Powers owns 232 acres of prairie land, and by his energy and sagacity has made himself a comfortable home. He has two sons living: Thomas and Charles.

Alfred Ferguson

ALFRED FERGUSON, P. O. Bates City. Was born in 1806 in Culpepper county, Virginia. In 1827 he moved to Ohio, and in 1867 to this county. He married Miss Peterson, who came from Virginia to Ohio, in 1818. He has six children living: Jonas T., Frank, Henry, Jacob, Alpheus and Elizabeth.

Jacob A. Lyons

JACOB A. LYONS, P. O. Bates City. Was born in 1835, in Carroll county, Virginia. In 1866 he moved to this county, and in 1868 was married to Miss Martha A. Adams, step-daughter of Wm. Harris. They have six children living: Andrew J., Mary C, Noah B., Lulu M., Wm. O. and Ora E. Mr. Lyons has twelve stands of Italian bees. They have done but little during the present year (1881), but in ordinary seasons yield from 100 to 125 pounds of honey per hive.

P. O. Bates City. Was born in the state of Ohio, Green county, in the year 1827. In March, 1852, he was married to Miss Nancy E. Keiter, by whom he had four children : John W ., Mary A., Susan M. and Frederick K. His wife dying, he was again married, in September, 1864, to Miss Hannah L. Stephens, by whom he had eight children: Annie J., Chas. T. Alfred S., Olivia T., Louisa M., Thomas P., James W. and Frank. Mr. Middleton's wheat crop last year (1880), averaged 33£ bushels per acre.

Alexander Wilkinson

P. O. Bates City. Was born in Carroll county, Virginia, and is the son of James and Mary B. Wilkinson. His mother's maiden name was Lyon. In 1854 he came to Missquri and married Miss Elizabeth F. Wolsenbarger. They have six children: Mary B., John C, Wm. F., Dianna L., Joseph M. and James M. His business is farming and stock raising, in partnersnip with his brother, John W. Wilkinson.

P. O. Bates City, Mo.; born in the state of New York in 1850; he emigrated to the state of California, and from thence came to this county in 1873. In 1874 he was married to Miss Smales, of this county, and has one child living, a daughter, Estelle.

F. L. Ramsey

P. O. Odessa, Mo.; son of Samuel B. Ramsey; was born in Johnson county, Mo., in 1836, and has now resided in this county for the last twelve years. In 1868 he was married to Miss Mary E. McChesney,and has four children: Walter M., Arthur Eugene, Thomas Bracken and Lyle G. In 1861 he joined the confederate army, and served to the close, in 1865. He was captured at Vicksburg but was afterwards exchanged, and rejoined the army. Mr. Ramsey is a successful farmer, and stands fair in this county as an honest, industrious man.

P. O. Odessa, Mo.; was born in the year 1828, in Lafayette county, and is the son of J. S. Whitsett, who came to this state from Kentucky at a very early day. In 1864 he married Miss Mary C. Powell, of Jackson county, Mo., and has one child, James A. Whitsett. Mr. Whitsett is a large and successful farmer, which vocation he has pursued all his life. He is a good citizen, and a reliable, upright man.

William Harris

P. O. Chapel Hill, Mo.; was born April 12th, 1827, in Sumner county, Tennessee. In November, 1828, he came with his parents to Missouri, and settled in this county, one mile west of Chapel Hill, where he was raised and educated, and has passed most of his life. Soon after he was grown he married Miss Mary E. Joyner, and settled upon the farm on which he now lives. They have five children: Amanda Jane, Josiah Franklin, Wm. Isaac, Judah Cathrine, and Sarah, all educated at Chapel Hill. Mr. Harris has farmed all his life, and is a steady, honest and respected citizen.

P. O. Bates City, Mo.; was born in Charlotte county, Virginia, and came to Benton county, in this state in 1842. From there he moved to Pettis county, and from thence to this county in 1866. In 1851 he married Miss Mary S. Parsons, by whom he has ten children living: Sarah, Emma, Susan, Ada, Alice, Nancy, Naomi, Joseph, James and William. Sarah is now Mrs. Bates, and Emma is now Mrs. Campbell. Mr. Cheatham has devoted his whole attention to farming, to which he was raised. He has succeeded well, and has now a first-class farm. He is an honest, sterling and upright citizen.

Dr. H. H. Dean

P. O. Chapel Hill, Mo.; was born in 1827 in Carroll county, Virginia, and came to this state in 1866, settling at Chapel Hill, in this county, where he has lived ever since. In 1858 he was married to Miss Susan Wilkinson, by whom he has had six children: Nannie B., J. Henry, John E., Elkanah B. and Tilden T.; Abner E. died in 1876. His wife dying, he re-married in 1877, to Miss Lena A. South, and by this union has two children: Moses S. and Joseph A. He belongs to the Botanic School of Medicine, and has a large and successful practice. In partnership with his nephews, H. H. & Taylor Dean, he has a store of genera merchandise, at Chapel Hill, and they have a large business.

Thomas M. Small

Mr. Small was born in Mason county, Kentucky, in 1814. At the age of fifteen he went with his parents to St. Louis county, and settled on a farm. In 1845 he came to Lafayette county, and first settled in Lexington, where he was engaged for two or three years in operating a saw-mill.

He subsequently moved to a farm in Washington township, where he has since resided, engaged in its cultivation. January 7, 1843, he was united in marriage to Miss Elizabeth Barnes, of Mason county, Kentucky; they have four children: Mrs. Mattie McKinney, Henry F., Nelson R. and Waller M. Mr. Small is a member of the Christian church. Post-office, Lexington.

William L. Smith

The subject of the following sketch is a native of Bourbon county, Kentucky, and at the age of six years came with his parents to Lafayette county, where he has resided ever since, engaged in farming since arriving at his majority. April 18th, 1867, he married Miss Mary, daughter of John Young, and grand-daughter of Col. James Young, of Lafayette county. They have five children living: James Y., George R., Stoddard F., Upton B. and William. Mr. Smith is a member of the Christian church, and Mrs. Smith of the Cumberland Presbyterian church. In 1862 Mr. S. enlisted in the confederate service, Capt. Wither's company, Col. Elliott's regiment. He served four months and was in the battle of Lexington. He has a good record as a soldier, and stands high in the esteem of his fellows. Post-office, Mayview.

Peter Tiefel

Mr. Tiefel was born in Bavaria, Germany, in 1828, where he lived until 1847, when he came with his parents to the United States, and settled in Ohio. He remained there until November, 1865, when he removed to Lafayette county, where he now lives, engaged in farming. Mr. Tiefel was united in marriage to Miss Barbara Smith, of Ohio, by whom he has eight children. Is a member of the Lutheran church. He is a fit representative of that class of Germans who are noted for industry and economy, and by continuous application of these two qualities he has been eminently successful in business, securing for himself a fine farm of 320 acres and a comfortable home for his family. Postoffice, Mayview.

J. M. Withers

farmer and stockraiser; postoffice Mayview. Born in Jessamine county, Ky., March 3, 1827. His parents, Peter and Evaline Withers, were from Virginia. At the age of 12 he left Kentucky and went to Bloomington, Ills., where he remained for a few years. At the age of 18 he enlisted for service in the Mexican war, entering Co. B, 4th Ills, regulars. Shortly after enlisting he was elected first lieutenant of the company, In this latter capacity he served one year, participating in the battles of Vera Cruz and Cerro Gordo. In 1849 he was married to Miss Mary Drysdale, of his native county, Kentucky. They have six children - Wm. P., Mrs. Eva

City Of Saint Louis, 1881 Bird'S Eye View Of Kansas City, Mo., 1881

Worthington, Matilda, Sallie, Washington J. and Jessamine L. Mr. Withers came to Missouri and settled in this county, Washington township, in 1851. Was engaged in freighting across the plains for several years. At the breaking out of the civil war he was in command of an independent company, which entered the state service, C. S. A., Gen. Raines' division. They were engaged in the battles of Carthage, Wilson's Creek, Drywood and Lexington. Capt. Withers was captured at Springfield and taken to St. Louis, thence to Alton, where he was detained for eight months and then paroled. His company was disbanded in 1862. Mr. W. is an active and consistent member of the Baptist church, and a man honored and respected by all.

Eli Adams

Mr. Adams, son of Jacob and Nancy Adams, is a native of Claiborn county, Tenn.; born June 12, 1817. Was reared and educated there. In 1836 he moved, with his parents, to Missouri, and settled in Lafayette county, where has since resided, engaged in farming. Oct. 28, 1841, he married Miss Jane Powell, of Lafayette county, Mo. Thirteen children were born to them, ten now living. In 1840 he was elected constable of Sniabar township. Served two years. Postorfice, Lexington.

Col. J. S. White

farmer and stockraiser; postoffice May view. Is a native of Mason Co., Ky., born Jan. 27, 1838. Came to Missouri in 1857, and settled in Ray county. In 1861, Sept. 23, he enlisted in the federal service, 16th Ky. Inf. Engaged in the battle of Joy Mountain and Sherman's campaign against Atlanta. He enlisted as a private, but as his reward for gallant and meritorious conduct he gradually rose, step by step, until he was finally mustered out, May 15, 1865, as lieutenant-colonel. During the war he was wounded three times. In 1872, Feb. 22, he was united in marriage to Mrs. Mary F. Johnson, of Ray county, by whom he has one child, his wife having three by her first husband. In same year, 1872, Mr. White moved to this county and located in Washington township, where he still resides, engaged in the cultivation of a fine farm.

Arthur Brown

of the firm of Arthur Brown & Co., drugs and groceries, Mayview. Was born in Breckenridge Co., Ky., July 20, 1836. He is the son of Wm. B. C. and Matilda J. Brown, who came to this county in 1844 and settled in Washington township. During the early and greater part of his life he was engaged in farming. From 1873 to 1875 he was located at Independence, engaged in the drug business. In the latter year he came to May- view and engaged in the same business, entering the firm of which he is now a member. The firm have a large and good class of customers, to whom they are courteous and attentive. The business and social qualities of Mr. B. are first class in every respect. In the spring of 1861 he enlisted in the confederate army, Capt. Bledsoe's company, Martin's battalion of artillery. He fought in the following battles: Chickamauga, Vicksburg, Corinth, Port Hudson, Pea Ridge and Lexington. Was seriously wounded at the battle of Pea Ridge. Was paroled at Nashville in June, 1865. August 10, 1867, he was married to Miss Henrietta Lee Fulkerson, of this county. They have five children - Henrietta, John F., Mary Lee, Lettie and Chas. R. Mr. Brown has been a resident of this county for over a quarter of acentury, contributing largely towards its improvement.

Isaac W. Whitsett

of the firm of Whitsett & Taylor, general merchandise; P. O. Mayview. Was born in Independence, Jackson county, Missouri, July 13, 1838. Came to this county, with his parents, at an early age. The family settled in Washington township, on a farm, where the subject of this sketch passed his youth, cultivating the soil in summer, and his intellect in winter, attending the public school. In 1858, August 19, he was married to Miss Mary J. Talbott, of Lafayette county. They have one child, Gracie. In the summer of 1862 Mr. Whitsett went south for his health. Returning shortly after, he was captured, near Bower's Mill, on Spring river, and held prisoner for a short time, at Independence. He then joined the U. S. army, and was in service thirteen months. He took part in several skirmishes, but fortunately escaped injury. In 1876 he went to Tabo, where he was engaged in business for three years; after which he wentto Mayview, and again went into business, entering the firm of which he is now a member. The firm has a good trade, which is gradually and steadily increasing. Mr. Whitsett also devotes a portion of his time to the practice of law. He is a member of the I. O. G. T., and also of the Christian Church.

T. C. Wilson

of the firm of Wilson & Benning, lumber and hardware; P. O. Mayview. Is a native of Ohio; born in 1843. He is the son of Robert H. and Mary Wilson, who came to this county in 1857, and settled on a farm. Being born and bred a farmer, Mr. Wilson has followed that business during the greater part of his life. In 1879 he came to Mayview, and engaged in the mercantile trade, which he still follows, having, by his enterprise and close attention to business, secured his full share of the public patronage. December 10, 1872, he was united in marriage to Miss Sarah E. Smarr, of this county, by whom he has four children : Florence, Effie, Pinkie, and one not yet named. Mr. Wilson is a staunch member of the M. E.

R. M. Taylor

of the firm of Whitsett & Taylor, Mayview, was born in Todd county, Kentucky, in 1838. Here he was raised and educated. Has followed farming during the greater part of his life. December 19, 1867, he was married to Miss Mary Bourne, of Logan county, Kentucky. In 1878 he came to Missouri, and settled on a farm, where he remained until the spring of 1881, when he came to Mayview, and became a partner in the above firm. He has three children, two girls and one boy, named as follows: Gertrude, Fannie, and Samuel F. Mr. Taylor is a member of the I. O. O. F., and also of the Christian Church. While living in Todd county, Kentucky, his fellow citizens gave evidence of their confidence in his ability and integrity, by electing him to offices of trust for several terms.

Thomas P. Paxton

grain and flour-dealer, P. O. Mayview. The subject of this sketch was born in Rockbridge county, Virginia, in 1850. He is the son of William and Sarah Paxton. Was educated at Washington, Lee University. Since his graduation he has been engaged in the drug business, until within the last few years. In 1873 he came to Missouri, and settled in Warrensburg, where he resided until the year 1880, when he moved to Mayview, and engaged in the grain business. He handles large quantities of flour and grain, and is a man of business tact and integrity, possessing the confidence of all who deal with him. He was married November 15, 1877, to Miss Lulu Kerdolph, of Lexington Missouri, by whom he has one child, Daisy. Mr. Paxton is a member of the A. F. & A. M.

John P. Herr

carpenter, postoffice, Mayview. Is a native of Washington county, Maryland; born April 6, 1818. At the age of 16 years he learned the carpenter's trade, which he has followed for over 30 years. He came to Missouri in 1836, locating in Franklin county, where he remained for one year, and then moved to Lexington, where he resided for 26 years, working at his trade. He then moved to the present site of Mayview, and in company with George Houx, laid out the town. Its growth and present prosperity is due to the energy and enterprise of John P. Herr and others like him. Mr. Herr is a member of the I. O. G. T., and also of the Christian church. His grandfather was a soldier of the revolution and his father of the war of 1812.

merchant; postoffice, May view. Was born in Boone county, Mo., where he was raised and educated. Has been engaged in farming principally, during the greater part of his life. In 1861, he enlisted in the confederate army, in Col. Cordle's regiment, Moulton's brigade. Was mustered out in June, 1865, near Hempstead, Texas. In same year, he came to this county, and engaged in farming, until the spring of 1879, when he moved to Mayview, and engaged in the mercantile trade. In 1868, he was married to Miss Eliza Proctor, of Lafayette county. They have one child living: James. His wife dying in July, 1873, he again married Miss Mary E. Wheatly, of this county. The nuptials were celebrated Dec. 19, 1876. Mr. Wheatly is a member of the Christian church, in good standing. His parents, Abner and Amanda Hayden, came to Missouri in an early day. His father is now the proprietor of a livery and feed stable in Mayview. Mr. Hayden has a good trade and is a genial, wholesouled gentleman.

Henry C. Ewing

farmer and stockraiser; postoffice, Mayview. Was born June 22, 1838, in Lafayette county. Is the son Chatham S. and Mary B. Ewing. Educated at Chapel Hill College, in this county. Was married Dec. 8, 1874, to Miss Belle J. Harrelson, of this county. They have one child: Chatham M. Mr. Ewing, during the greater part of his life, has given his attention almost entirely to the occupation of farming. That he has made a success of it is fully evidenced by the appearance of his fine farm, situated one and a half miles southwest of Mayview. He is a member of the Grange, and also a ruling elder of the Mt. Hebron church.

Thomas T. Puckett

firm of R. Puckett & Son, merchants; postoffice, Mayview. Is the son of R. and Barbara Puckett, and was born in Shelby county, Ky., Sept. 21, 1846. His family came to Missouri and settled in Lexington, in 1850. He was educated at the Masonic College of said city. In 1867, Oct. 22d, he was united in marriage to Miss S. B. Wilson, of Frankfort, Ky., by whom he has seven children: Wilford, Oscar, Hugh, Forrest, Virgil, Lena and Abbie. In 1869, he and his father went to Mayview and established the firm of R. Puckett & Son, general merchandising. They have a good run of custom and their business is gradually and steadily growing. Mr. Puckett was with Gen. Price in his last raid through the state. He was engaged in the battles of Westport, Mine Creek and Newtonia. Was captured at Gilflap's Ferry, taken to Rock Island, Ills., where he was imprisoned for seven months. He is a leading member of the Christian church and stands high in the community, as an honorable Christian man.

Hon. C. L. Ewing

farmer, Mayview post office., son of Thompson M. and Mary Ewing, was born in Todd county, Ky., May 10, 1827; was educated at Princeton, Ky., and Lebanon, Tenn. In 1844 he came to this state and county, where he continued to reside till date engaged in farming. In June of 1846 he enlisted to serve in the Mexican war, in Col. John J. Hardin's regiment, Capt. James D. Morgan's company, raised in Quincy, 111. He was engaged in the battle of Buena Vista and honorably discharged in June of the following year. In 1851, Dec. 16th, he was married to Miss Nellie A. Ewing, of Lafayette county, They have had four children, two of whom are living; Mary S. and Charles L., Jr. In 1861 he enlisted in the M. S. G., Neightmans brigade. Entered the service as first lieutenant. Participated in the battles of Carthage, Wilson's Creek and Lexington. Was mustered out in December of same year at Osceola, Mo. In 1876 the democrats of the western district of Lafayette county, honored him by nominating and electing him to a seat in the house of representatives. He served as chairman of the committee on roads and highways and also as a member of the committee on internal improvements. As a member he carried weight and influence, and acquitted himself in a manner which gave evidence that his constituency had made no mistake when they placed their confidence in him. Mr. Ewing is an active and consistent member of the Presbyterian church.

Rev. John Albert Prather

pastor of C. P. church, P. O. Odessa. Son of John and Mary Prather, was born in North Carolina, Jan. 24, 1822. In 1840, he came with his mother, three sisters and one brother, to Mo., Clay county. His father died while the family still lived in N. Carolina. He joined the Barnett Presbytery in 1843, as a candidate for the ministry. Was licensed April 12, 1845, and ordained April 5, 1846, by the Platte Presbytery. Mr. Prather spent several years in the northwestern counties of Mo., preaching to different congregations. He conducted the first religious service ever held in Mary ville, Nodaway county. In the spring of 1860, he came to Lafayette county and located in Washington township, where he now resides, having in charge several of the churches in the neighborhood. He was actively engaged in the ministry during the war. Feb. 14, 18 - , he was united in marriage to Miss Tennessee Johnson, of Tenn. Their union is blessed with eight children: Mrs. Cyrus Pettus, Wm. T., Joseph A., Chatham Ewing, Edwin Lee, Nora Johnson, Clarence Alvin, Mary Kavanaugh. He is a member of the A. F. and A. M. Was appointed judge of county court, by Gov. Hardin ; then elected for two years, and upon the expiration of the term, was re-elected for a term of four years; conclusive evidence of the confidence of his fellow citizens in his ability and integrity as judge. During his residence of twenty years in the county, as pastor and judge, he has endeared himself in the hearts of his fellows, and rendered himself a most invaluable citizen.

Rev. L. F. Clemens

REV. L. F. CLEMENS, minister of the C. P. church, Mayview post office. The subject of this brief sketch is a native Missourian, born in Saline county, April 19, 1844. His mother died when he was quite young. His father went to California in 1850 and there he, too, died, thus leaving him an orphan at the tender age of six years. Was raised and partially educated in Johnson county. In 1869 he entered the McGee college in Macon county and there completed his education. He then became a candidate for the ministry before the Lexington Presbytery by which he was licensed and ordained in 1874. He immediatelv took charge of Mt Hebron church where he still preaches every Sabbath. February 8, 1865, he was married to Mary J. Turner, of Johnson county, by whom he has had six children: Mary Rebecca, Ionia F., Susan L., Hugh M., Lizzie Ewing and Cordelia C. Mr. Clemens is a member of the A. F. & A. M. and a man eminently fitted to inspire the confidence and esteem of the little flock over whom he presides as pastor.

Samuel K. Beall

SAMUEL K. BEALL. Mr. Beall was born in Montgomery count}-, Md., where he was raised. He was educated at Rockville Academy, of his native county. Came to Mo., with his parents in the fall of 1850, and settled in Lafayette county, where he has since engaged in farming and stock raising. He is a member in good standing of the C. P. church. He is the son of Samuel Magruder and Mary Ann Beall, who were both natives of Montgomery Co. Md., and who died in this county at the advanced age, respectively 69 and 77 years. Mr. Beall's postoffice address is Greenton..

Thomas J. Powell

The subject of this sketch was born in Lafa}-ette county, in 1840. Has been a continuous resident of this county since his birth, obtaining as liberal an education in the meantime, as the limited school facilties of the county in that dav would permit. At the present time he is actively engaged in farming and stockraising. He was married in 1859, to Miss Dorinda Hatton, of Johnson county. Thirteen children have been born to them, ten of whom are now living. Mr. Powell enlisted in 1862, in the enrolled Mo. milita, under Capt. Summers. He served eighteen months. He is the son of Richard Powell, who was the first settler of Washington township. Is an active member of the Christian church. His P. O. is Lexington.

Capt. Geo. W. Sumner

Capt. Sumner is an Englishman by Birth; born March 22, 1819. He emigrated in 1831, locating in New York City, where he remained until 1851, when he removed to Lafayette county, Mo., and settled on a farm where he has since resided, engaged in its cultivation and improvement. In 1S48, he married Miss Martha Bradley, of Kentucky; by which marriage they have five children. Mrs. Sumner died in May 1859. He was again married to Laura Hatton, of Lafayette county, the nuptials being celebrated May 1, 1861. They have four children. In Aug., 1862, Mr. Sumner enlisted in the federal service, company I., E. M. M. Was elected Capt. of the company. After six months service this company was disbanded and reorganized in the 5th Provisional regiment, Capt. Sumner still retaining the command. He was in the service 18 months The captain's record as a soldier and a gentleman is one of which he may well be proud. Is a member of the I. O. O. F. Post office is Lexington

George Wesley Fox

The subject of the following is a native of Greenborough county, W. Va:, where he was reared and educated. In 1866 he came to Missouri and settled in Lafayette county, where he has since resided, engaged in farming and trading, in which occupations he has been unusually successful. In 1877 he lea1 to the marriage altar Miss Martha E. Hill, of Lafayette county. By this marriage they have two children. Mrs. Fox has three children by her former husband. Mr. Fox is a member of the A. F. and A. M. His postoffice is Odessa.

Wm. T. Gammon

The subject of the following sketch is a native of Pocahontas county, W. Va.; born August 6, 1826. Was raised and educated there. In 1861 he enlisted in the confederate army, joining the 25th Virginia Regiment. Was elected captain of his company. At the battle of Cross Keys, June 8, 1862, he was severely wounded, and failing to improve where he was, he went to Georgia for the purpose of recruiting his health. He remained there until March, 1869, when he removed to Lafayette county, where he has since resided engaged in farming and stock raising. In August, 1874, he was elected probate judge of Lafayette county on the Democratic ticket, in which capacity he served with credit to himself and honor to the county, until May, 1880. Was married in March, 1850, to Miss Elizabeth A. Slaven, of Pocahontas county, Va. Five children are the fruit of this marriage, all living, viz.: Massie A., Ella F., Thus. E., Wm. L., and Minnie. Mr. Gammon is a member of the Grange of which he is lecr. He is also a member of the O. S. Presbyterian church. His maternal grandfather served in the revolutionary war, was engaged in the battle of Cowpens. The judge is one of the successful farmers of the county, and gives considerable attention to the breeding of Shorthorn cattle and Poland China hogs. Postoffice address, Odessa.

Wm. P. Keith

Mr. Keith, the owner and proprietor of Mayview Mills, is a native of Scotland; born in Aberdeen, March, 1838, where he was reared and educated until he arrived at the age of 18, when he came to Canada, where he spent thirteen years engaged in milling. Came to Lafayette county in March, 1870, and was engaged in the same occupation for a year or so in Lexington. Was married November 7, 1865, to Miss Annie Cumming, of Canada, formerly of Scotland. They have four children living, viz.. "William, John, Isabella, and Charles. In 1871 he went to Mayview and purchased the " Mayview Mills," of which he has since been proprietor. Mr. Keith is a member of the C. P. church. His ancestry on his father's side were connected with some of the Scottish lords who sided with Charles, the Pretender, upon whose downfall their property was confiscated, and they fled to Germany. Mr. Keith has been quite successful in his business operations, and is one of the influential citizens of the county. Postoffice address is Mayview.

Hon. H.C. Chiles

The subject of this brief sketch, a man closely identified with the interests of this county, was born in Montgomery county, Ky., July 6, 1818. Was reared and educated in his native county. In 1859 he came to Missouri and settled in Lafayette county, where he has since resided, engaged principally in farming and trading. In 1840 he was united in marriage to Miss Maria Wilson, of Bourbon county, Ky., who died in 1845, leaving two children. In 1848 he was married again to Mrs. Ruth Fearing, of Helena, Ark. By this marriage they have one child. Mrs. Chiles died in 1865. In 1868 he married Mrs. Lavina C. Graves, of Lexington. This union is blessed with one child. In 1862 Mr. Chiles was elected to represent this county in the state legislature, in which he served for one term. He is a member of the Grange, of which he is master. Postoffice address is Mayview.

James W. Miller

Mr. Miller is a native of Augusta county, Va., born February 7, 1836 where he was raised and educated. Came with his parents to Missouri in 1854, and settled in Saline county, where he remained until the fall oi 1861, when he moved to Lafayette county. In December, 1861, he was married to Miss Ella Ryland, daughter of Judge John F. Ryland, of

Lafayette county. They have six children living, viz. : Mrs. Mary E. Littleston, John O., James W., Tacitus, Carrie, and Xenophon. Mr. Miller's postoffice address is Odessa.

J. W. Bailey

Mr. Bailey was born in Fauquier county, Va., March 13, 1830. He is the son of Carr and Elizabeth Bailey, who came to Lafayette county in 1838. Here J. W. grew to manhood, and has since been engaged in farming, principally, with the exception of six years spent in California, and two years passed in New Mexico, engaged in freighting. In 1863 he led to the marriage altar Miss Eliza Francis Maddox, of Ray county. Mr. Bailey served six months in the Missouri State Guards under Capt. Withers. Participated in the battle of Lexington. Is an active and consistent member of the C. P. church, and enjoys the respect and esteem of his fellow-citizens in a high degree. Postoffice, Mayview.

John M. Ewing

Mr. Ewing is a native of this county; born April 8, 1827. He is the son of Chatham S. Ewing who came to this county from Logan county, Ky., in 1821. The subject of this sketch now lives in Washington township, where he has resided since 1853, engaged in farming. Was married Jan. 30th, 1853, to Miss Elizabeth Jane Butler, of Lafayette county, formerly of Kentucky. They have four children by this marriage, viz.: Thomas B., Chatham H., John R. and Walker E. Mrs. Ewing is a daughter of Thomas Butler and a grand-daughter of Moses Walker, of Jessamine county, Ky. Her sister, Miss Susan J. Butler, is living with her. Mr. Ewing and wife are members of the C. P. church.

Chatham S. Ewing

deceased. Mr. Ewing, one of the pioneer settlers of this county, was born in Logan county, Ky., Nov. 30th, 1800, and died Sept. 6th, 1872. He came to Lafayette county, Nov. 30th, 1821. He was married in October 1823, to Miss Mary Barnett Young, of Lafayette county, originally from Tennessee. They raised three children, all of whom are living in this county. Mrs. Ewing died May 1, 1840.