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Henry H. Maggard Among those
persons who have by virtue of their strong individual qualities earned their way
to a high standing in the estimation of their fellow citizens, having by sheer
force of character and persistency won their way from an humble beginning to a
place of influence and prominence in the community
where they are active in industrial affairs, Henry H. Maggard, well known
business man and public-spirited citizen of Baxter, Jasper County, is entitled
to specific mention in a volume of this character, partly because of his praise
worthy efforts in promoting the general upbuilding of his locality, partly
because he is the scion of a well-known old pioneer family and partly owing to
the fact that his entire life has been spent on his native prairies. Mr.
Maggard was born in Clear Creek Township, this County, August 26, 1862.
He grew to manhood in this community, assisted with the general work
about the home place and was educated in the local schools, and he has
identified himself with various enterprises during his long residence.
As stated, this family was among the earliest settlers in the County.
His father, Adam Maggard, was born in Ohio and died at Colfax, Iowa. He
married Eliza Cuthbert, who was born in England and who is now residing in Clear
Creek Township, this County. Seven
children were born to Mr. and Mrs. Adam Maggard, namely: George lives in Clear
Creek Township; Henry H., of this review; Mary Neal, who lives at Adel, Iowa;
Charles lives in Canada; William lives at Ira; Sarah Jane, deceased; Laura
Marks, who lives in Missouri; Walter lives in Washington.
These children were all born and reared in Clear Creek Township. Upon
leaving the farm, Henry H. Maggard moved to Baxter and for twelve years engaged
in the draying business. Later he
successfully operated a grocery store and restaurant for some time. Mr.
Maggard was married on November 30, 1887, to Harriet Savers, who was born at
Elmwood, Peoria County, Illinois, July 22, 1869, the daughter of Matthias and
Mary (Robey) Sayers. The father,
who was born in Ohio, is now deceased; her mother was born in Maryland and is
now residing in Tampa, Florida. Children
were born to Mr. and Mrs. Sayers as follows: Addie, deceased; Harriet, wife of
Mr. Maggard, of this sketch; Mrs. Hiler, of Lincoln, Nebraska; Hannah is
deceased; Emma is also deceased; James and Laura Ramey live at Tampa, Florida,
with their mother. One
child, a daughter, was born to Mr. and Mrs. Maggard on March 17, 1891, and died
in April 1892. Mrs. Maggard has conducted a millinery store at Baxter for a number of years, which is patronized by hundreds of patrons from all over this part of the County, for here is always to be found a large, up-to-date and carefully selected stock of goods, tastily displayed and prices are always right. Mr. and Mrs. Maggard have worked hard and by thrift and economy have laid by a competency. Mr. Maggard is at present caring for the city's gas plant, besides his official duties as marshal, street commissioner and constable, the duties of which public positions he is discharging in a manner that reflects much credit upon his ability and to the entire satisfaction of the people. He has also been a member of the town council. They own a substantial and neatly furnished home in Baxter, besides a business house. Mr. Maggard has always taken a deep interest in the development of the little -city and has been found active in all that pertains to the best interests of he public. He is a member of Baxter Lodge No. 168, Knights of Pythias, and has held chairs in the same. The Past and Present of Jasper County, Gen. James B. Weaver, Editor-In-Chief, 1912 B.F. Bowen Co., Indianapolis, IN, p. 1315. |
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