Farmer and livestock breeder (Shorthorn cattle, Poland-China hogs) in Melville township, Audubon County, Iowa.
Born about 1850 (twelve years old in 1862).
Orphaned when both parents died of typhoid in 1862.
Came to Audubon County in 1871, bought 80 acres, eventually owned 380 acres in Audubon County plus 160 in South Dakota.
Married Elizabeth Leach Sept 9 (year garbled in source as 1829, likely 1879).
Three children born, one died in infancy.
Nora and May living at home.
Republican, township trustee and road supervisor, Presbyterian.
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