Samuel Crew Scott

As printed in 1911

SAMUEL CREW SCOTT.

There is nothing which stimulates a man to deeds of worth more than the recollection of the strength of character and e.samples of right living which have been shown by his ancestors. In this respect Mr. Scott is fortunate beyond the majority of men, in being descended from a long line of men who have been in their communities men of strength and influence. doing their duty well, whether in the peaceful pursuits of life, or on the battlefield, at the nation's call. The heritage of such a memory of the lives of one's forefathers is of far more value than the heritage of material wealth.

Samuel Crew Scott was born in Lyons, Iowa, on September 1, 1860, the son of Walter and Anna J. (Crew) Scott. Walter Scott was born on December 10, 1825, on a New Jersey farm, and came to Lyons in 1853. His father, Joseph Scott, was a veteran of the war of 1812, his valor in which service had gained for him almost a national reputation. He came to Lyons in 1860, and died here. Walter Scott engaged in the lumber business, and was a carpenter and building and moving contractor, and has been very successful in his work. He is now retired, and enjoys the respect and esteem of those who know him. In politics he is a Republican, and has been a man of no little influence in his community. Walter Scott was married to Anna J. Crew, a native of West Virginia, who, after many years of married life, died in November, 1907. To this marriage were born five children, of whom four are living, namely: William W., of Lyons; Samuel C.; Frank O., of Minneapolis, and Augusta W., at home.

Samuel C. Scott graduated from the local high school with the highest honors of the class of 1879. He then took a collegiate course at Iowa State College at Ames, and graduated there in 1883. In 1884 he was admitted to the bar and began the practice of law at Lyons, where he has since remained. He brought to his profession a mind of strong intelligence and high educational equipment, coupled with a spirit of ambition and energy, has spared no pains in the preparation of all legal matters entrusted to his care, and has had a successful practice. In 1896 he was elected city solicitor of Lyons, and served for one term. In politics he is a Republican and takes active part in the local work of the party. He is a member of the Masonic fraternity, having attained the thirty-second degree, and of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks. In religion he is affiliated with the Congregational church.

In 1890 Mr. Scott was married to Emma E. Manz, of Lyons, who was born on April 9, 1862. They are the parents of three children: Anna E.. now in Oberlin College (Ohio); Clara Alice, and William L., in school. Mr. Scott is a man whose ability and character have gained for him high standing in his community, and a lawyer whose associates in the profession recognize as thoroughly skilled in its practice.

As printed in Wolfe's history of Clinton County, Iowa (1911). See the original pages. Wording is the original; obvious scanning errors have been corrected, and a few may remain.