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Flynn, John, son of William and Mary Flynn, natives of Ireland, was born Nov. 7, 1811; came to America when a child; at the early age of 13 engaged as a bar tender in a saloon; came west in 1834, settling in Illinois; July 27, 1838 he married Mary Spears, who bore him 13 children, 9 of whom are living.  Democrat.  In 1861, when our country’s flag was fired upon, he was the first in his township to offer his services; he is a radical temperance man and a hard worker in the cause; on the 22^nd day of May, 1878, he gave a large temperance picnic at his place, at which over 600 people assembled; he formerly was very intemperate, but has thoroughly reformed, and is a member of temperance organizations and the Baptist Church; he has held local offices for over 20 hears. P. O., Knoxville. P. 675

Foote, George W., physician, Galesburg. P. 675

Mackintosh, Geo. Donald, ---Civil War Vet---farmer, born in Bauffshire, Scotland, the native place of his parents, James and Sarah Mackintosh; educated at Merchiston Castle Academy and High School, Edinburgh, Scotland; went to India, then came to America; served in the late war; was married Sept. 05, 1871, to Grace Kirk; learned the cabinet trade. Republican. P O Altona.

Mackie, John, farmer, born in Scotland, March, 1824. His parents, Mathew and Jane, were natives of the lowlands of Scotland; was sent to private school in his native country, and while yet quite young began work in the nines; was married April 17, 1846, to Miss Janet McFayden, who bore him 9 children, 4 boys and 5 girls; came to America in 1848, and settled in Knox co., and has lived here since; has held the office of School Director and Road Commissioner of Truro township; early in life united with the Presbyterian Church, but later joined the Christian church, in which he has served as Deacon. Independent P O Truro.

Main, E. B., sec 16, Walnut Grove Township. P O Altona.

Main, James, farmer and blacksmith sect 30 Ontario township. P O Ontario.

Mansfield, Thomas J., son of Jos. and Elizabeth Champion Mansfield. natives of Kentucky. he was born in Crawford Co., Ind., March 16, 1828; came to Henderson township in 1860, and has been Road Commissioner and School Director in Ontario township, where he now lives on a large farm; married Sarah A. Wilmont Feb 17, 1853; they have 3 boys; joined the Christian Church in 1850; baptized by Elder Jno E. Martin; Deacon for several years. Republican. P O Woodhull, Ill.

Markham, Horace L., whose parents, Horace and Esther O., were natives of Vermont and Kentucky respectfully, was born in Peoria co., Ill., Jan. 31, 1827; attended the common schools in Indiana and this State. took a professional course under Dr. O'Neil at Daublin College; practiced veterinary surgery; went o the West; encountered many hairbreadth escapes; served in the 1st Ill. Cav. as Asst. Quartermaster; married , in 1872, Eliz E. Martin, which union was blessed with 3 sons. Republican P O Henderson.

Marshall, John, Salem township, P O Farmington, Fulton Co., IL.

Martin, Oliver J., farmer, was born in Hamilton co., O., January 24, 1842, His parents were Francis and Eliza Jones Martin, of the same county; his early life was spent on a farm and education confined to the common schools; came fro Ohio to Illinois in Feb, 1868, and settled in Knox co; has held the offices of Town Clerk, Collector and School Director; March 30, 1865, he married Eliza J. Moon; they have 2 children; he has been a member of the Christian church since 1870, and is a Deacon. Democrat. PO Hermon.

Martin, John M., Principal of Western Business College, Galesburg.

Mason , Martin B., farmer, son of Jacob and Catharine Mason, the former of Pennsylvania, the latter of Virginia. Martin B. was born in Fayette Co., Pa., May 06, 1808; was schooled in log school house in Ohio; moved to Ohio in 1814, to Illinois in 1837; married Mary Ann Slosson; they have 7 children; has held offices of County Commissioner and Supervisor a number of years; is a Universalist, P O Yates City.

Masters, Wm M., Sparta Township, P O Wataga.

Mathews, Robert G., farmer, was born in Knox Co., Ill, in 1851. His parents were John and Clara Mathews, he of Ireland, she of Pennsylvania. He was educated in common schools chiefly;' his life has been spent in farming and stock-raising; he is now Commissioner of Highways. Republican. PO Douglas.

Matson, Lewis, farmer, son of George and Catherine Olson Matson; was born in Victoria, Knox Co., Ill., November 25, 1852; removed to Wataga In 1869. Republican. P O Wataga.

Matteson, Asa A., Vice President First Nat. Bank, Galesburg, IL

Matteson, C. S., harness maker, Oneida.

Maxfield, William, son of Jas and Hannah Batchler Maxfield, natives of New Hampshire, born in Maine January 10, 1814; was educated in district schools; early life passed in different vocations; learned the trades of carpenter and cooper, and has followed farming, which he continues; moved from Maine to Illinois July 04, 1847; married Marah K. Maxfield; they are the parents of 5 children. Republican. P. O., Knoxville.

May, S. W., See article on windmills in chapter on manufactories.

May, H. H., son of Ellis May, a descendant of John May, who came from England to Boston in 1640; was born in Washington co., NY When he was 21 years old he joined the church, and has been a member since. To show the drift of his genius and how his brains drove his hands, we will name some of the many inventions that he shows by drafts and lettered specifications on paper, although in some cases he has beautifully working models. He says: "Some of many experiments proved worthless tot he world but not to me, and where success even of man has repeatedly prevented me from being the almoner of the bounties of my own brains." according to affidavits before us of eye witnesses, he invented  in 1824 a reaper which cut rye, in Aug., 1826, at the rate of 1 acres per hour, and casting it back upon the platform nicely with reel, like those now in use, and was drawn by one horse, for it was mounted on the hind wheels of lumber wagon. But since C. H. McCormick has claimed priority in this invention, it appears to be duty to quote his own testimony to show his mistake, and so let honor rest where honor belongs. He had applied for an extension of his patent, and the Scientific American, Vol., 8, page 70, says: "The testimony of C. H. Mc Cormick presented to the Board of Extension, clearly proves that he invented and put in operation his machine in 1831;" Hence Mr. May's successful trial of his reaper above was a 5 years before Mr. McCormick's.

     After his father had decided not to assist his son to take out letters patent, he applied to several of his friends for aid but got none. January 13, 1831, we find a $500 bond not to divulge Mr. May's plans for reaping grain, signed and sealed by Timothy Durkee. Even the signing of this bond was some months before Mr. McCormick';s first trial of his reaper. To get help he went tot he mercantile business in 1832, determined to take out letters patent for his reaper as soon as he could earn enough to do so. But in 1834, he saw the claims of C. H. McCormick to a "great invention" in grain reaping. After reading a few lines he discovered his grain-reaper was being described; his vision failed him so that he could not read a word. After waiting, he tried again, and again the third time, when called his brother to read the item to him. His found hopes being thus broken, his health declined, and he finally concluded to sell out and move west, and go to farming. He started in March, 1836, to find a new home, which he did with the colony at Galesburg. For the invention of steel plow we refer to Chapter XXII, In 1842 he invented a wood-bender, now extensively used. When Mr. May read the account of the Merrimac sinking the Cumberland, he devised a horned boat or ram; he made a draft and specification of it, which he sent to President Lincoln, who said he liked it the best of many devices that had been presented.

     He has taken out the following letters patent, viz'; On prairie plows May 02, 1843; old land plows, Jan 27, 1846, foundation for railroads, Nov 26, 1850; on elevating water without pump, Nov 14, 1865. He has 5 caveats on which patents can issue if they are deemed worthy and 45 specifications of inventions.

McBride, William, sec 22, Lynn Township, PO LaFayette.

McCalmont, John B. son of Henry and Ann Wilson McCalmont, natives of Pennsylvania; was born September 07, 1807, in Centre Co., Pa.,; he was educated in the subscription schools, and his early life passed in a blacksmith shop; moved to Venango co., Pa., in 1818, and to Knox in 1855; was first married May 12, 1831, to Ann Thompson, and again on December 09, 1851, to Sophronia Stockham; he is the parent of 8 children, of whom 3 are living. Republican. Was Justice of the Peace for 15 years in Pennsylvania, and 4 years in Knox co., P O, Altona.

McClelland, Dr. M. A. County Physician. Residence, Knoxville.

McClymont, Peter, farmer, born in Scotland December 1816, son of Gilbert and Mary McClymont; came to Pennsylvania in 1844, and to Knox co., in 1845; married in November 1848, to Mrs. Margaret Miller, Parents of 6 children; member and trustee of Presbyterian Church. Republican. P O Oneida.

McCornack, A. F. Copley township. P O Oneida.

McDannoels, George, farmer and stock-raiser; is a son of Abraham and Louisa McDannoels, natives of Ohio. George was born in Macomb, Ill., Feb 07, 1854; attended common school in Knox co. Has been very successful in his business. Republican. PO, Eugene.

McDowell, John, farmer, son of John and Anna Livingston McDowell, natives of Kirkudbrightshire, Scotland; he was born in the same place October 26, 1816; his early life was passed on the farm; emigrated to Knox co., July 26, 1839; returned to Scotland in 1843 and married Margaret Gordon. They are the parents of 10 children, of whom 9 are living; has been Justice of the Peace, Trustee and Supervisor of Copley township; is a member of the Presbyterian Church, of which he is Trustee. Republican. P. O Victoria.

McEldowney, Hezekiah, miller, St. Augustine, is the on of Robert and Elizabeth Smith McEldowney, former of Scotland, his mother of Virginia; he was born in Bedford Co., Pa., February 089, 1836; came to the county first in 1867; was married December 25, 1858, to Sarah Heckman, who has borne 2 children, a girl and a boy; was in Co C 22d Pa Cav. Democrat.

McElrea, W. C., farmer, was born in Warren co., Ill., February 10, 1839; he is the son of Thomas and Hannah Peterson McElrea, the former from Ireland, the latter from Pa.; his early life was passed on a farm, and his education obtained in the district school. He has always been a farmer, but has also operated in the mercantile business in St. Augustine for a number of years; settled in Knox co., in 1852, in 1866, March 01, he married Melissa Snare, who bore him four children, two of whom are living. Republican. P O St. Augustine. Served in the war of the Rebellion; enlisted August 27, 1861, in Co. C. 36 Ill. Inf.

McElwain, Ed. H., sec 22, Persifer township. P O, Knoxville.

McFarland, Samuel, farmer, son of William and Catharine Bowden McFarland, of Va.; was born in Richland co., March 01, 1837; was educated in the common schools and academy. From the age of 20 to 25, he engaged in mercantile business in Hermon; the remainder of his life he has been a farmer. He has held several offices of trust in the township. He settled in Chestnut township early in life, where he still resides. October 17, 1861, he married Sophronia G. Terry, by whom he has a family of 4 girls. Republican. P. O. Hermon.

McGaan, James, is the son of a hardy Scotch parents, whose names were William and Agnes McGaan. James was born at Ayreshire, Scotland, March 22, 1850; attended the common schools in his native country, and coming to America, attended the high school at Altona; engaged in farming; served as School Director 3 years; was married, January 01, 1874 to Miss Collinson. P O Altona.

McGirr, Mahlon, farmer, PO Douglas; came to Knox co., in 1840, son of Thomas and Ann Wilman McGirr, the former a native of Md, and the latter of Va.,; was born in Stark Co., Ohio, June 20, 1828; he was educated in the common schools, and his early life passed on the farm; learned the blacksmith and carpenter trades, but changed to farming, in which he has been successful; married Sarah L. Barbero May 12, 1853. They are the parents of 6 children. Republican. He has been School Trustee in Maquon township, also School Director.

McGirr, T. Leslie, teacher, Maquon.

McGrath, John, farmer, son of Patrick and Mary McGrath, natives of Carlon co., Ireland; was born in the same place as parents, in 1826. At 16 years of age he emigrated to NY and 25 years later, to Knox co., He was married to Martha Shields February 11, 1850; they are the parents of 4 children. He has long been a member of the Catholic Church. In political views is Democratic. P O Oneida.

McKee, Hon. Thomas, whose portrait is in this book, is the son of Thomas and Hannah Dougherty McKee, the former of Scotch, the latter of Irish, descent. He was born in Harrison co., Ind., Aug. 22, 1810; he was studious in boyhood, and well advanced when 11 years old. His father then moved to Sangamon co., Ill., and in 1824, to Schuyler co. On the 10th day of May 1827, when 17, he took a change of clothing tied in a cotton handkerchief, and with an ax on his shoulder, started in search of his own fortune, and by Nov., 1828, found himself in Knox Co., being one of the very first settlers, where he  has led an eminently useful and successful life. He passed his early life in the woods, mauling rails and clearing ground, and commenced farming, which business he personally carried on for many years. He has held many official positions, among which are Assessor, Constable, J. P., Supervisor, and from 1852 to '54 was a member of the legislature. He was Lieutenant in the Black Hawk war, Captain, and Major of Militia. He was married, March 04, 1832, to Maria Rice. They are the parents of 10 girls and 3 boys all of whom grew to be men and women save 1, and 7 live now. He is a Universalist in religious belief, and oftentimes a Trustee of Church. He is a prominent Democrat, and at present U. P. and Supervisor at Galesburg. As the early part of this work is largely from nim and his experience, we refrain from giving such matters here.

McKeighan, James, son of John and Lillie McKeighan; was born in Ireland June 19, 1803; came to Philadelphia in 1835; remained 3 years, then came to Fulton co., Ill., December, 1838; after being in the States 12 years, he returned to Ireland, where he was married to Miss Elizabeth Cunningham; they had had 6 children; two are dead; those living are Robert J., Rachel, Mary Elizabeth, and Emma; Mary is the wife of Robert Steke. Jas been a very successful farmer. Is a member of the Presbyterian Church at Yates City. Republican in Politics. P O Yates City.

McKenzie, James A., attorney, Galesburg.

McKiearnan, L. A., son of Joseph and Julia Ann Smith McKiearnan, natives of Maryland, was born in Union co., Ky., Jan 28, 1820; reared on a farm and attended common schools; came to Knox co., in 1848; was married to Emily Hagan in 1847; have had 3 children, 2 living; member of the Catholic Church. Democrat. P. O., St. Augustine.

McMaster, W. W., physician, was born February 23, 1819, in Highland co., Ohio. His parents were David McMaster, formerly from Ireland, and Elisabeth Wirdlaw, of Virginia; he was educated in common schools, and obtained his medical education in Cincinnati, OH, where he graduated at the Eclectic Medical College. He has been a practicing physician for 24 years. Dr. M. enlisted in an Independent Cav. Co., at Rushville, Ill., in May, 1847, and participated in the Mexican war, under command of Gen. Z. Taylor; he also served in the United States army as hospital steward during the Rebellion. Enlisted Aug 22, 1862, in the 119th Reg. Ill. Inf. He married Susannah Hendricks October 19, 1856; they have had 2 daughters and 1 son. Has been a member of the Presbyterian Church since 1860. Republican. Residence. Hermon.

McMurtry, James W., born at Henderson, Knox Co., Ill. July 27, 1856; is the son of honest parents, who gave him a liberal education in the public schools and Knox College; is a farmer from choice, and in politics Independent. Married June 1875, Nannie Henderson, one daughter being the fruit of the union. P. O. Henderson.

McMurtry, James C., Physician, Henderson.

Meadows, Lemuel Cibley, farmer, son of Elijah J. and Jane Cobb Meadows, natives of Kentucky, was born in Warren co., Ky, Dec 18, 1823; received a common school education, and passed his early life on the farm; moved to Warren co., in 1833, and to Indian Point township, Knox co., in 1848, married Mary R. Marshall April 13, 1848; they are the parents of 6 children; united with the Christian Church of Abingdon in 1840, of which he has been Deacon for 20 years. He has held nearly all the township offices, and been School Director for many years. P O Abingdon.

Melton, George W., was born on President Harrison's farm, Indiana, September 05, 1811; parents were David and Catharine Phrimmer. His early life was spent on a farm, and his educational advantages were confined to the common schools of Harrison co., Ind. He removed to, Ontario Township, Knox co., in May, 1834; married Mary Ann Riley, March 26, 1836; family consists of 11 children, 8 girls and 23 boys; has been a member of the Congregational Church since 1853; has always pursued the calling of his early choice, with satisfaction, and good pecuniary results. Republican. P O Ontario.

Messplay, George S., residence Galesburg.

Metcalf Brothers, lumbermen, Oneida.

Miles, Solomon S., minister, was the son of Benjamin and Hannah Buckminister Miles, born in Washington Co., Ohio, December 28, 1794; was educated at Ohio University, Athens; devoted his life to the ministry in the Presbyterian Church; was pastor of the church in Newark, Ohio, from 1821 to 1836, when he removed to Knox co., Ill. He married Eliza Ann Gillmore, by whom he had 10 children; a sketch of one of them, Hon R. W., Miles, follows this. He died October 06, 1876.

Miles, Hon. Rufus W., farmer, was born September 22, 1822, Newark, Ohio,. He is the son of Rev Solomon S. Miles, of Ohio, and Eliza Ann Gillmore, of Vermont. He was educated in the common school, finishing at Knox Academy, Galesburg. His parents removed to Knox co., Ill., in 1836. Nearly ever since attaining his majority Mr. M. Has been called to serve the public in some official capacity. He was J. P. for seven years, 18 years a member of the Board of Supervisors served 10 years on the State Board of Equalization and one term in the Illinois Legislature, and he was re-elected this fall. He married Mary Jane Bruce, by whom he has had 7 children. Republican. P. O. Gilson.  Rufus & his father and their families are buried in the Russell Cemetery, Knox Co., IL.

Miller, Alexander W., was born September 12, 1830, on Long Island, N Y. His parents, Vincent and Alma Miller, were both natives of the same place. Alexander Miller is on of the pioneers of the West, coming to Andover, Ill., as early as 1835, and settled in Knox co., in 1843; learned the shoemaker's trade, but his health failing, engaged in farming; was married February 16, 1851, to Miss Rebecca Edwards; the fruits of the union has been 4 children, 3 of whom are living. Republican. P. O. Altona.

Miller, Elnor, Salem township., P. O. Yates City.

Miller, John M. A., son of Benjamin Miller, of Otsego co., N Y, and Julia O Garrett Miller, of Connecticut. John M. was born October 01, 1826, in Cortland Co., N Y, and at 10 years of age came with his parents to Peoria co., Ill; received a collegiate education; was married March 17, 1852, to Harriet Robinson; they had 13 children born to them, 10 of whom are now living; united with the Christian Church May, 1841; in 1856 joined the Baptist Church, in which he has held the office of Deacon 9 and Trustee 19 years; is a farmer from choice; crossed the plains to California in 1849, returning by water via Panama in 1851. Democrat. P. O. Galva, Ill.

Miller, J. Hartshorne, physician, Abingdon, was born in Alexandria, D. C. September 09, 1839. He is the son of Joseph H. and Phebe Ann Miller, from Loudon co., Va. He was educated in common and boarding schools; studied medicine, and took a course of lectures at Ann Arbor, Mich., and a course at Homeopathic Medical College of Mo. He served 3 years in the late Civil War as a member of Co., B of 84tIll. Inf.; after returning, he lived in Peoria till 1868; came to Abingdon in 1870. June 10, 1874, he married D. B. Latimer, by whom he has 2 daughters. He has been a member of the Presbyterian Church since 1866.

Mills, C., residence, Galesburg.

Mohler, Philip, miller, Oneida; son of Fredrick and Ann Mohler, of Rockbridge, co., Va., he was born Sept 13, 1828, in Rockford co., Va. Was brought up on a farm, and educated in the common schools; learned the miller's trade, and has followed it. Came to Ohio in 1832, to Indiana in 1838, and to Knox co., Ill., in 1856; was married in 18589, January 03, and has 3 sons, and 1 daughter. Is a Universalist. Republican.

Montgomery, John S., farmer born in Knoxville, Knox co., in 1845, Parents, David and Barbara Montgomery, natives of Ind. He received a limited education from the schools of Knox Co., his early life passed on the farm. On April 01, 1869, he was married to Phebe J. Kingan. A Republican.

Montgomery, Harvey, farmer, born in Knox co., January 14, 1834; his parents were John and Margret Vaughn Montgomery, natives of Kentucky; who came to the co., April 10, 1830, settling in Knox township; he was educated in the district schools, and his early life passed on the farm. Nov. 15, 1878, he married Eliza Maxwell; they are the parents of 3 children. His father died on the old homestead December 04, 1872. Is a Jackson Democrat. P. O. Knoxville.

Moor, Agnes, section, 36 Rio township. P O Ontario.

Moore, J. W., P O ., Oneida.

Morse, David M., residence, Galesburg.

Morse, T. A., Maquon township. P. O. Maquon.

Morse, Mrs. Sarah Her husband , the late Dr. John M. Morse, was born Oct. 13, 1823, at Bethel, Windsor co., Vt.; son of Calvin and Elvira (Moody) Morse. He fitted for college in Bethel, but turned to the medical profession, and from 1846 to 1850 studied medicine under an eminent doctor, when he graduated from Vermont Medical College; came to Galesburg in 1854, where he had an extensive practice. On the 23, of Dec. 1875 he died, of apoplexy. His widow resides in Galesburg.

Mosher, William Jay, son of Samuel E. and Mary Crane Mosher, natives of Oneida co., N Y; was born in the same co., August 08, 1841; received a common-school education, and his early life passed on the farm. Moved to Ontario township, Knox co., where he is now engaged in farming; married Sarah E. Wetmore, November 26, 1868, and they are the parents of 2 children, of whom 1 is living. Republican. P. O. Ontario. Has been School Director and Trustee.

Moshier, Timothy, capitalist, Galesburg.

Moshier, G. S. farmer, son of Timothy and Sarah Garwood Moshier, the former a native of New York, his mother of Michigan. He was born in Warren co., Ill, February 22, 1844. Educated in common schools and Knox and Lombard colleges, enlisted in the 1st Ill., Cav., in 1861, wounded at Lexington, Mo. He was married to Hattie Meek February 23, 1868; they have 4 children. Republican. P. O. Abingdon.

Mowery, Mauel, farmer, P. O., Maquon; son of John and Eleanor Burtnett Mowrey, natives of Pennsylvania, was born May 16, 1831, in Knox Co., Ohio. His early life was passed on the farm; came to Knox co., Ill., in 1840; was educated in the common schools; married Cemitta E. Cook, March 05, 1851. They are the parents of 8 children, of whom 6 are living; moved to Kansas in 1857; returned to Knox co., in 1861; united with the Methodist Church in 1848, of which he is Steward, Trustee, and Class Leader; was a soldier in Co. F. Ill. Inf. Republican.

Mundwiler, Frederick, was born in York co., Pa., April 16, 1807. Parents were Jacob and Anna Mundwiler, the former a native of Switzerland and the latter of Germany. He received his education from the German common schools; early life, served as an apprentice in milling; learned the trade of a miller and cooper, but finally changed to farming, which has been very satisfactory. Removed to Maryland, then returned to Pennsylvania; moved again, going to Ohio; thence to Iowa, and thence to Knox co; in 1832, he was married to Eliza Hammal, and they are the parents of 13 children. He is a member of the German Baptist Church. Democrat. P. O. Knoxville.

Munson, A. P., section 8 Walnut Grove Township. P. O, Altona.

Murdoch, G. A. merchant, was born in Elgin, Scotland, August 31, 1834; he embarked in the dry goods business early in life; Left Scotland and spent two years in London, England, in the largest dry-goods house in the world. While there he was one of two boys who sold $50,000 worth of goods in one day. He came to New York in 1857, to Chicago in 1858; then to Galesburg, and entered into partnership with A. Innes. They erected the Caledonai Block, and occupied it for 10 years. Four years ago the firm was dissolved, and he removed to the fine store he now occupies  in the Metropolitan block. He is the oldest dry-goods merchant in the city; he is now a member of the Board of Education.

Murdock, F., banker, Oneida.

Murphy, Franklin Stephenson, attorney, Galesburg; was born in Virginia, November 11, 1835; he is the son of James G. and Nancy Murphy, of Virginia. After attending the commons schools he spent some time at the Normal Institute at Woodstock, Ill; read law 2 years; was admitted to the bar; has been City Attorney for two different cities; was married in 1859 to Mary N. Lard. They have 2 children. Independent.

Murphy, L. H. Abingdon.

Myers, Procter F., farmer, son of Abraham F. and Hannah Penaweight Procter, natives of Virginia; was born in Adams co, Ohio, October 17, 1812; he received a common school education, and his early life was spent in learning the tanner's trade; and in milling. Enlisted in service to settle the question about the boundary line between Michigan and Ohio, and was in the field on duty. Removed from Ohio to Indiana; thence to Knox co; married Sarah johns December 08, 1836. They have been the parents of 11 children of whom 8 are now living. Democrat. He held the position of Constable and Deputy Sheriff in 1843; in Vermillion co., Ill. P. O., Knoxville.

Nation, Vickrey, farmer, P. O., Wataga; son of Isaac Nation, a native of Randolph Co., N C. He was born in Barren co., KY., December 14, 1818. His mother was a native of Halifax co., Va. Came to Knox co. in the fall of 1835. His education was somewhat limited, receiving the greater part of it in an old log school-house. in Ind. In October, 1844, he was married to Rosanna Proe, who died in 1858. they were the parents of 7 children, of whom 4 are living. He was again married on April 03, 1874, to Mary E. Denton. He has been very successful in farming.

Neander, Miss N. B. P. O. Knoxville.

Nelson, Nels, merchant, Galesburg, was born of Swedish parents, in Sweden, July 13, 1840. His parents were poor. Came to America in 1856, arriving in Galesburg July 15. He worked on farms and for the C B & Q. R. R. till 1860, when he began to learn the cabinet trade. In 1861 enlisted in Co., C., 43d Ill. Inf.; was Sergeant, 1st Lieutenant of Co. A., and served till November 30, 1865, when he embarked in the grocery business; was elected City Clerk, and served three terms and part of the fourth, and resigned; he is now serving as City Supervisor, and member of the Board of Education. July 19, 1868, he married Sarah, Nelson, by whom he has 1 son. Is a member and a Trustee of the 1st Lutheran Church. Republican in politics.

Nelson, Peter S., native of Blekinge, Sweden, born February 15, 1835; came to America in 1852; stopped in Chicago one year; came to Galesburg in 1853; soon after went to Altona; acted with the Republican party; was elected Justice of the Peace, School Director and Trustee. Began, in 1855, speculating in lumber, lands and live stock; soon accumulated considerable property. Married in 1863, Nellie G. Gibson, who bore him 5 children; visited his native country in1868; and again wishing to take his family abroad sailed in 1877 to the fatherland. P O Henderson.

Nelson, Josiah, residence Elba township. P. O. Eugene.

New, Edward, farmer, son of Thomas and Elizabeth New, natives of England; born in Wiltshire, England, September 20, 1836. October 19, 1861, was married to Ann Whitlered; emigrated to Oneida, Knox co., in 1864, For six years he has been a member of the Methodist Church of which he is Trustee. Is a Republican. P. O. Oneida.

Newman, George J., born in Morgan Co., Ill, February 18, 1831. His parents were George and Sarah Godfrey Newman, the former a native of Va., and the latter of Md. He was educated in the country schools, and his early life was passed in town. He chose farming but changed it and mined in Cal., where he spent 17 years; traveled over the western country from1860 to 1875. He is now placed in quite wealthy circumstances. Is an Independent thinker and voter. P. O. Knoxville.

Nickolson, J. H., son of Nickolos and Mary Nickolson, of N Y and Ct., was born in NY; attended common school; raised on a farm, and has continued at farming; has held several township offices; came to Ill., in 1842; married Catherine King; they have one daughter. Belongs to M. e. church; Democrat in politics. P O Yates City.

Niles, David P., born in Columbia co., N Y; October 20, 1824; spent his younger days on farm; came to Wataga in 1857, where he engaged in milling, continuing in this until 1864, when he went on the farm. His parents, Sill and Louisa Niles, were both born in Columbia co., N Y; in politics, a Republican; married Helen C. Johnson, July 09, 1870. P O Wataga.

Nisley, Daniel W., farmer, son of Joseph and Mary Nisley, both of Franklin co., Pa; was born in same co. Jan 16, 1828. His education was confined to the common schools near the farm where his early life was passed. He came from Pa. to Knox co., Ill., a number of years ago. March 17, 1853, he married Elizabeth N. Goff. They have 4 sons and 1 daughter. Is Republican. P. O., Wataga.

Norval, James H., parents were Oliver and Polly Norval, natives of N. C. He was born October 15, 1834, in Ind. His early life was spent on a farm, and he has always followed farming; removed to Knox co., in 1873; was married, April 05, 1874, to Argret Elizabeth Sampson. Jan 02, 1842, united with the M. E. Church. Republican. P. O., Midway.

Oberholtzer, Mrs. J., sec. 34, Truro township. P. O., Eugene.

Oberholtzer, O. J., farmer, born in 1844, Wayne co., Ohio. His parents were Joseph and Anna Oberholtzer, natives of Germany., He passed his early life on the farm; educated in the common schools of Illinois; married Amelia A. Smith in 1869; they have 4 children; was a soldier in Ill 11th Ca.; has been Esquire, School Director, Assessor and Road Overseer. Greenbacker. P. O.  Elba Center.

Ogden, Job, son of the late James Ogden, one of the pioneers of Fulton co.,  and a native of Kentucky, and Sarah Babbitt Ogden, of Indiana, was born in Scott co., Ind., January 30, 1828; went to California in 1851; and worked in the mines for 10 years. was married to Mary A. Terry in 1862; they have 5 children living, one dead; joined the Christian Church in 1862. Democrat. P. O., St. Augustine.

Ogden, Mathew B., farmer, son of Jonathan and Elizabeth Leonard Ogden, of Clearfield co., Pa., was born November 05, 1827, in the same place, in a log cabin. His early life was passed in the hills of Pennsylvania. He went to Philadelphia at the age of 16 and learned the carpenter trade, which he followed for years, but finally turned his attention to farming, In 1850, he came to Illinois, and to Knox co., in 1861. November 05, 1856, he married Johanna Lundquist. Republican. P. O. Victoria.

Oldfield, Nelson, son of Jonathan and Nancy Fidler Oldfield, the former a native of New York and the latter of Pennsylvania, was born in Richland co., Ohio, in 1830. He was educated in the log school-houses of Richland co., and his early life passed on the farm; learned the trade of plastering and worked at it 29 years, then changed to farming; enlisted in the 14th Mo. Home Guards, wand was in service for 3 years. April 03, 1854, he married Julia A. Spalding. Republican. P. O Farmington, Fulton Co.

Olin, E. C., Supt. of Bridges, C. B. & Q. R. R., Galesburg.

Olmstead, Henry B., farmer, came to Knox co., in 1857. His parents were both natives of New York, in which State, at Schoharie, December 18, 1809, Henry B. was born. He married Sarah Bemis in 1830, by whom he had 3 children, and again married, and by his second wife has had 10 children. He is a member of the M. E. Church; has been Steward and Supt., of School for 20 years. P. O. Victoria.

Olson, N. J., Galesburg.

Olson, Swan H., grocer, Galesburg, was born in Sweden August 04, 1844. His parents were Peter and Sisly Olson. In 1854 he came with hi8s parents to America and to Knox co. When old enough he entered the grocery business as the calling of his choice. October 20, 1872, he married Clara M. Burke, by whom he has 1 son. He has been a member of the M E Church from 14 years of age; has been Trustee and Supt. of S. School; he served 3 years in the late War.

O'Neil, Frank, conductor, C. B. Q. R. R., Galesburg.

Palm, Peter, Jr. farmer, P. O. Altona, son of Peter and Carrie Olson Palm, of Sweden; was born in Rock Island, Ill., May 19, 1860; attended the common schools; removed to Henry co., then to Knox co., in 1874. Is connected with the Swedish Lutheran Church. Republican.

Parker, Henry E., Constable, Galesburg.

Parker, Isaac A., Williamson Professor of Greek in Lombard University, was born in South Woodstock Windsor co., Vt. December 31, 1825. His early years was spent in the labors of farm life with district-school education., He was characterized by a love of study, and was in the habit of devoting to books the most of the leisure moments which could be spared from daily labors; graduated at Dartmouth College, Hanover, N. H. in 1853. After leaving college, he was for 5 years Principal of Orleans Liberal Institute, an academy in Glover, Vt. In 1856 he married Sarah A. Labaree, and has 1 daughter and 1 son. Came to Galesburg, in 1858.

Parker, W. P., miller, son of Samuel and Henrietta Parker, of New Jersey; was born in New Jersey, February 03, 1831. Learned the miller's trade; has been manager of a corporation store. In 1856, he married Julia Hoycope; they have had 5 children of whom 3 are dead. Greenbacker. Was in Co. I 86th Ill. Inf.

Parkinson, John, farmer, born in county of Cheshire, England, October 21, 1828; son of Jonathan and Ann Pickford Parkinson. Educated in the common schools; is now a farmer. Removed to New York in 1850, to Wataga in 1856, September 15, 1856, married to Ann Taylor; parents of 7 children, 3 sons and 4 daughters. Republican. P. O. Wataga.

Parsell, W. R., farmer, son of Joseph and Hettie Parsell, of Ohio; was born in Peoria, Ill., in 1841. He spent his youth on a farm, and was educated in the Elmwood High School; came from Peoria, to Knox co., early in life. He served in the late war, as member of the 8th Mo Regt. enlisted September 21, 1861. November 22, 1865, he married Caroline Dixon, of Galesburg, of whom he has 3 children with. Republican. P. O., Yates City.

Patten, P. N., Galesburg.

Patterson, James, mechanic, son of John and Sarah Patterson of Breckenridge co., Va.; was born in the same county in 1825; he was educated in the common schools of Preble co., Ohio., whence his parents had removed. At the age of 20, he learned the black-smith trade, followed it for 7 years, and changed to farming; he came to Knox co., in 1852. In 1847 he married Elizabeth Marshal, by whom he has had 3 children. Republican. P. O. Elmwood.

Pease, M. H., Salem township. P. O., Yates City.

Peck, Rev. George Wesley, Ph B. belongs to a large family of ancient and excellent extraction. He was born February 07, 1849, in Wyoming Valley, Pa., where his parents had a comfortable home. While he was yet a lad, his mother, a woman of extraordinary natural endowments, experienced a sad misfortune, lost her reason and has ever since been hopelessly ill, to the extent that best medical aid could afford no relief. Thus deprived, the family seemed tossed upon the waves of deep affliction; removed to Pitcher, N. Y. Life struggles began here in earnest. The boyhood days spent by G. W. Peck in New York were improved; he mastered all common-school branches at a very early age. In 1865, in the company with his father's family, he removed to Marcellon, Wis.;; here he began to accumulate funds for the purpose of obtaining an education; he began teaching at the age of 18, and earned a reputation as instructor and disciplinarian that kept his services in good demand. After spending 3 years in the preparatory school, and the completion of studies of the freshman year classical course in Lawrence University, Wis., he was elected principal of a school in Marquette, Mich. He ranked among the first of his profession in that State. Notwithstanding liberal offers to remain a teacher, he resolved to take a 4 years' course in Syracuse University. Every dollar spent in the pursuit of his studies has been earned by himself at teaching, which is unusual in this fee and easy age, when may young men without means think that is it impossible to put themselves through college.

     In every contest of his class while in the University, for appointments on public exhibitions, he was selected as one of the speakers, and he shared with others at his graduation the highest honor that Syracuse University awards being one of eight to deliver an oration upon commencement stage. While in college he was editor of the University Herald one year, superintended for the New York publishers the revision of Bishop Peck's "Great Republic, " associated with his uncle, the Bishop, for four years at the Episcopal residence, in other literary work. He was licensed to preach in 1874, and joined the Central New York Conference in 1877, being stationed that year in Syracuse. His public ministry has been attended with great success. When called to Hedding College, he had been unanimously elected Professor in Cazenovia Seminary, and offered another good position in the West. He is now the scholarly and energetic President of Hedding College, Abingdon; his administration is both wise and efficient; he is a member of the Central Illinois Conference of the M. E. Church.

Peterson, Harper, son of Felix and Mary Weaver Peterson, of Virginia. Was born in Green co., Ohio., February 14, 1845; reared on farm, and attended common-schools; went to California in 1873; came to Knox co., in 1877; married Emma J. Reynolds November 22, 1877. Republican. P. O. Knoxville.

Peterson, J. P., section 17, Walnut Grove Township, P. O. Altona.

Phelps., Aaron. A., Sparta Township. P. O., Wataga.

Phelps, E. Frisbie, was born June 18, 1840, in Burlington, Conn., ; his parents, Samuel and Emeline L. Phelps were natives of Connecticut; educated at a common schools in Connecticut, and Academy at Elmwood, Ill.;' spent 1 year in Law Department of Chicago University, and the following year in Yale College; located at Neosha, Mo., practiced law 5 years; came to Galesburg in 1872. conducted Daily Register for 9 months. and then organized the Galesburg Printing company, in connection with S. W. Grubb. Helped organize the Cov. Mutual Benefit Association of Galesburg, and yet holds; and was elected Secretary, which position he yet holds; was in Do D., 132d Ill. Inf.; was Captain of Co B 4th Regt. I. N. G. Married Emma M. Rouse September 29, 1869; has 1 child. Republican.

Phillips, E. L., physician, Galesburg, came to Knox co., in 1856; married Mary L., daughter of John G. Sanburn; came to Galesburg in 1865; was First Assistant Surgeon in 91st Ill. Inf.

Phillips, William N., commission merchant, Galesburg.

Pierce, William H., son of Amos and Mary Pierce, of Vermont; was born in that State in 1816; had a good education, and has followed teaching some as well as farming; was Postmaster from 1838 to 1840, and Postmaster at Monmouth, Warren co., under Lincoln. Police Magistrate, Deputy Sheriff and School Commissioner several years; came to Galesburg in 1867. Has been in public life for 30 years, discharged his duties satisfactorily to all. Republican. Residence, Galesburg.

Pigsley, Prince W., merchant, St. Augustine, son of Welcome and Thirza Clark Pigsley, father from Rhode Island; mother, New York; came to Knox co., in 1857; married Jerusha A. Roe February 04, 1864; has 7 children living, 2 dead; he was in Co., E., 32d Ill. Inf.; enlisted August 28, 1861; was wounded twice at Big River Bridge, Iron Mountain R. R. from which he has never fully recovered. Republican.

Pittard, Job, His parents were James and Martha Pittard, of England, where he was born August 02, 1815; he received his education in select school his native land. Job has always followed farming, in which he has been successful; lives in Ontario township, where he has been School  Director for several terms; came from England to Chicago in 1847, to Ontario in 1849; married Mary Thomas January 02, 1842; 1 girl and 6 boys living; united with the M. E. Church in 1847; elected Deacon in 1876 of Congregational Church, Ontario. Republican. P. O. Oneida.

Pittman, F. F., farmer, son of Joseph and Catharine Lesher Pittman, was born in Fulton, Pa. He spent much of his early life in school, and obtained quite a liberal education; he spent some time in the drug business; he enlisted in Co G 205th Pa, Regt. He removed from Pennsylvania to Maryland; thence to Wisconsin, thence to Missouri, and from there to Knox co., 1868. He was married to Alice Paterson in 1869, by whom he has 1 daughter. Republican. P. O., Yates City.

Poe, Mrs. David A., residence, Galesburg.

Pool, Thomas H., farmer, Benjamin and Nancy Pool, his parents, were of Southern birth; removed to Clark co., Ind. where Thomas was born August 29, 1830. When but 4 years old he came with his parents to Henderson co., Ill., and in 1841 settled in Knox co.; was married December 04, 1850, to Nancy McMurtry, 2 sons and 6 daughters being the fruits of the union. Democrat. P. O., Rio.

Potter, Alvin H., physician, Maquon; is son of Sheldon and Wealthy Baldwin Potter, of New England; was educated in common schools till 14, then at Aurora Academy, then at Kingsville Academy, Ohio, and graduated at Michigan Central College; studied law from 17 to 20, then taught school some; read medicine with Dr. Colton; came to Maquon in 1850; has been Justice of the Peace, Coroner, Supervisor, Provost Marshal; married July 05, 1847, to Thankful Fowler. She died June 29, 1858; married June 19, 1860, Eliza J. Moore; is parent of 3 children;. Republican.

Potter, Mrs. Charlotte, sec. 19, Salem township. P. O. Summit.

Potts, Henry H., farmer, was born in Bradford co., Pa., September 24, 1828, He is the son of Ephraim and Elizabeth Munn Potts, the former of New Jersey, the latter of New York; he was educated in the district school, and until 20 years old was engaged in lumber business, after which he went to sea 3 years, and since has been farming/ He came to Knox co., in 1868; he has held the offices of Commissioner of Highways, School Director, Trustee, and Clerk in the township. June 07, 1854, he married Julia E. Wheeler. They have had 5 sons and 4 daughters, 1 dead. P. O., Elba Center.

Powell, John, son of William and Sarah Searls Powell, was born November 03, 1796, in Herkimer co., N Y; he went with his parents to Oneida co., N Y, when quite young, and to Knox co., in 1851. September 01, 1819, he married Maria Wilson, by whom he had 1 son and 1 daughter. February 11, 1829, he married Evelina Brainard, by whom he had 7 boys and 1 girl; 2 sons and 1 daughter dead. He died in this county. His wife, Evelina, is still living. P. O. Oneida.

Preston, W. H., Altona.

Price, Oscar F., Attorney, Galesburg, native of Marion co., Ohio, was born September 19, 1836. His father, Dr. George Price, was a native of Pennsylvania and his mother, Mary Caris Price, was born in Ohio. He received a collegiate education; graduated at the Michigan State University; began while young to read law, and continuing in this, was admitted to the bar about 1858, and soon after, entered the Michigan University law school, where he graduated in 1860. He came to Galesburg with his parents in 1840; married to Miss Sabina Lanphere, November 26, 11862, which union has been blessed with 4 children. He has always acted with the Republican party. Held the position of Alderman in 1870, and was chosen to serve in the General Assembly in 1871-2, which position he filled with marked ability. He has attained a high position in his profession; has conducted some of the most important cases ever t4ried in Knox county.

Rankin, Samuel, born in Pa., March, 1844, of wealthy parents, William and Eliza, also natives of Pa. educated at Duff's Commercial College, and Madison Inst. Pa.; followed farming and school-teaching; served as School Director in Henry and Knox counties, and Assessor. Married, August, 1866, to Mary D. Henderson. Enlisted and served on the frontier in the 1st Colored Inf. Removed to Henry co., Ill., in 1868, and to Henderson tp., in 1875, where he now lives.

Ratekin, George W., farmer, P. O. Galesburg; was born in Pulaski co., Ky., in 1820; came to Illinois in childhood; his parents, Joseph and Hannah Ratekin, were natives of Virginia; has a good education, obtained in common schools and at Richland Institute, teaching and studying at home, and in early life made theology his principal study; was married, in 1848, to Lydia M. Russell, 7 girls and 4 boys. Made a profession of religion in 1832, and joined the Presbyterian Church. He is strictly temperate. Republican.

Reese, M., physician, Abingdon.

Regan, John editor of the Maquon Times and Elmwood Messenger, Elmwood, Ill.

Reynolds, Alvah, was born at Bedford, N Y, May 22, 1830. His parents, Enoch and Mariah Reynolds, were natives of New York. He was educated in the common schools; chose the occupation of farmer, learning, however, the trade of carpenter; came to Knox co., in April, 1855, married April 10, 1859, and is the father of 6  children. 3 boys and 3 girls. Holds Republican views. Has acted as School Director 16 years; joined the Christian Church in 1858; has been a very successful farmer. P. O. Oneida.

Reynolds, George F., farmer, son of Winthrop and Hannah Locke Reynolds, of New Hampshire, was born October 10, 1799, in Barrington, N. H.; he passed his early life on a farm; he came to Knox co., in 1836, and settled on section 7, Victoria Township. Has Held several important local offices, and has been active in school interests. March 02, 1825, married Abigail Locke, by whom he had 3 boys and 1 girls; September 03, 1877, he married Anna E. Woodward. Has been a member of the Congregational Church since 1832; is now Deacon. Republican. P.  O., Victoria.

Reynolds, Captain William H., farmer, Orange township, son of Samuel and Ann Jan Reed Reynolds, the former a native of South Carolina, and the latter of Kentucky, who came to Warren co., Ill, in 1837. He was born in Indiana, December 29, 1829; received a country school education, and his early life passed on the farm., Enlisted, July 07, 1861, in 7th Ill. Cav., Co D; was promoted to 1st lieutenant, and in 1862, to Captain; taken prisoner December 05, 1862, and exchanged in March, 1863; was in saddle for 17 days and nights on Grierson raid was in as many as 50 battles. Moved from Warren To Knox co. He was first married June 24, 1855; but his first wife dying February 01, 1873; he again married in 1874. He is the parent of 4children. Republican. In 1855, commenced business poor, and has been very successful in life. P. O. Knoxville.

Rhodes, George G., farmer, is the son of Charles W. and Jane Goodrich Rhodes of Vermont. He was born March 10, 1838, in Richmond, Vermont; was educated in the common schools and in an academy of that State; settled in Knox co., June, 1851. Republican. P. O., Wataga.

Rhodes, Miron M., boot and shoe merchant, Galesburg; born in Richmond, Chittenden co., Vermont, December 22, 1842; his parents, Charles W. and Jane Goodrich Rhodes, were natives of the same place He was educated in the common schools and at Knox College; removed to Illinois in 1851.He was a soldier in the 138th Ill. Regt. Republican. Has been very successful in business.

Rice, Fantleroy, Corban and Elizabeth Rice, his parents, were natives of Kentucky; and Fantleroy was born in the same State, September 23, 1840; received his education in the old log school-house; has always been a farmer. Served 3 years in the late war; went with Sherman from Atlanta to the sea as Division Wagon Master. Came to Knox co., in 1857; married Mrs. Eliza A. Murray, March 11, 1869. Republican. P. O. Altona. buried in the Rice Blue Cemetery, Henderson Twp., Knox co., IL.

Richards, William B., patent solicitor, Galesburg, was born September 27, 1829, in Smithfield, Pa; left home at the age of 16, and prosecuted his favorite studies alone; has made teaching a profession; has taken great interest in business education, and has done much to better the old method of teaching. He was married in 1851, to Louisa Morris. As a patent solicitor, he ranks foremost in the United States

Richardson, James Leroy, railroad conductor, Galesburg, son of John and Elizabeth Richardson, was bon in Cooperstown, Otsego co., N Y, April 10, 1838. His education was obtained in the public schools of that State; server in the U S Army during  the late War as a Sergeant in co. D 3d NY Cav; came to Illinois July 10, 1866; is a conductor on the C. B. & Q. R. R., a position which he has held for a number of years; married Emma M. Burke, by whom he has a son and a daughter. Republican.

Richmond, Henry, Jess and Elizabeth Richmond are both natives of Ohio, and coming west settled in Knox co., where they had born to them on April 03, 1860, Henry Richmond. He was educated in Knox College. P. O., Gilson.

Riley, H. H., born of Kentucky parentage at Elizabethtown, Ky, August 19, 1821, in Crawford co., Ind.; came to Knox co., in 1833; was member of light horse cav. in 1834; married Amanda Mayo October 11, 1842; they have one son and eight daughters; united with the M. E. Church in 1850; has been Collector, Trustee and School Director of Rio; is a farmer from choice. democrat. P. O., Rio.

Riordan, Andrew Jackson, farmer, son of Thomas and Sarah Riordan, the former a native of Ireland and the latter of America, was born in Iowa in 1856. He was educated in the common schools of Knox co., and his early life passed on the farm; moved from Illinois to Missouri, thence returning to Illinois; untied with the Methodist Church in 1872; in 1877 was married to Lottie Darthy Kennedy. P. O., Douglas.

Ritchey, Frank L., editor Abingdon Express, son of Samuel and Nancy Ritchey, of Kentucky, was born in 1855, in Abingdon, Ill. He was educated in the common schools of that place. when old enough he learned the printer's trade, which he has followed. In 1875, he started the Abingdon Express, of which he is now editor and proprietor. Democrat.

Robbins, H. A., Galesburg.

Robbins, Levi, farmer, born in Denmark, N. Y. September 24, 1805; came to Knox co., in 1836; was married August 14, 1853, to Julia Fisher; have 5 sons and 3 daughters; professed religion in 1835; is an Adventist. Republican, P. O. Wataga.

Roberson, H. L. F., teacher, St. Augustine, is the son of Edward C. and Nancy N McCrite Roberson; was born in Jefferson co., Ill., February 10, 1851; when young had great desire for obtaining an education; after many hardships graduated from Kansas State Normal School in 1875 with degree of B. E.; was married, August 24, 1876, to Nancy Jared; have one child. Republican.

Roberts, Charles L., teacher, and postmaster Yates City, was born in the town of Brooks, Waldo co., Me., his parents were natives of Oxford co., Me; was educated at Quaker College, Providence, R. I.; has spent most of his life in farming and teaching; has held the offices of Postmaster, J. P., Town Clerk and Commissioner of Highways for a number of years; married Caroline Metcalf, November 18, 1856, by whom he has had 5 girls and 1 son. Greenback Republican.

Roberts, Rev. Hiram P., Wataga, was born in Thomaston, Ct., September 22, 1831; his parents were Albert and Sally M. Roberts of Northfield, Ct.; was educated at Wilbraham Academy, Massachusetts, and at Wesleyan University, Connecticut, where he graduated in 1857. His life has been devoted to teaching and the ministry; has been Principal of several High Schools; enlisted in the U S service September 01, 1862, as First Lieut. Co E 84th Ill; was wounded three times at the battle of Stone River; was promoted to Chaplain June 09, 1863; resigned on account of wounds March 19, 1864; returned to service May 26, 1864, as Chaplain of 137th Ill., and engaged in the battle of Memphis August 21, 1864; after leaving the army he became a pastor of the Presbyterian Church at Cairo, then of Congregational Church At Council Bluffs, Ia.; served 4 years as traveling agent for the B & M Railroad; became pastor of Congregational Church at Wataga in 18767; September, 1877, became Principal of the schools in same place.

Robertson, Larkin, farmer, born in South Carolina in 1802; died in Knox co., Ill. 1869; came to Knox co. in 1836, and was therefore one of the earliest settlers; married Miss Polly Cox in Kentucky in 1823; they have had 7 sons and 4 daughters; joined the Baptist Church in 1832; always lived an exemplary Christian life, and left a valuable estate on which his widow now lives; served as J. P. In Rio township for 16 years. P O address of Mrs. Polly Robertson, Rio.

Robertson, George, sec. 21, Rio township. P. O., Rio.

Rodgers, James T., farmer, son of John and Eliza McMurdy Rodgers, of Ireland, was born in Peoria co., Ill. August 24, 1838; was reared on a farm and educated in common schools; came to Knox co., in 1867; married May 04,  1859, has devoted his attention to farming and dealing in stock; is a member of the Presbyterian Church. Democrat. P. O. Farmington, Fulton co., Ill.

Rodgers, Pitt D., farmer, was born in Norwich, New London co., Ct. July 18, 1818. He was educated in the district schools, was brought up on a farm and has followed that vocation through life; came to Ohio in 1845, and to Knoxville, Ill, in 1853, where he has filled the office of Alderman several terms; in 1849, he married Effie Ewalt, who bore him one child; in 1855 he married T. P Hibbard, by whom he has had 4 children; is a member of the Episcopal Church. and has for years been an officer. Res., Knoxville.

Rogers, Thomas W., dealer in agricultural implements, seeds, coal and wood, Galesburg.

Rogers, S. W., farmer, son of Edward and Elizabeth Rogers, the former of Maryland , the latter of Virginia. S. W. was born in Ohio March 15, 1819; attended the common school; came to Illinois in 1837; married Jerusha Hand; they have 5 children. Greenbacker. P. O., Yates City.

Routh, Daniel B., farmer born Clinton co., Ohio, May 06, 1819, he is the son of John and Jane Moon Routh.

Routh, Thomas J., son of Joseph M. and Rutisha Morris Routh, natives of Ohio, was born in Clinton co., Ohio, May 06, 1847.

Rugar, Mrs. E. A., residence, Galesburg.

Russell, John, Sparta township. P. O., Wataga.

Russell, Samuel, merchant, Altona, son of George and Martha Russell, was born in Cetter Kenny co., Province of Ulster, Ireland, in 1805. He was educated in a private school; came to the United States and settled in Louisville, Ky., in 1828; came to Knox co., in 1856; has devoted his life to mercantile pursuits; had 2 sons server over 3 years in the late war; has been a member of the Presbyterian Church since 1831; is an Elder. Democrat.

Ryan, William A., City Clerk, Galesburg, son of Bernard and Maria C. Ryan, born January 19, 1852, in Detroit, Michigan Moved to Illinois in 1865; attended the common schools until 15 years of age, then learned the trade of boiler-making, working at it until May, 1875, then engaged in bookkeeping in Chicago and Galesburg; was elected City Clerk on the "Citizens Ticket," April 03, 1877. Democrat.

Sanborn, David, President of Second National Bank of Galesburg.

Sanborn, Lake W., insurance agent, Galesburg.

Sanders, H. M. residence, Galesburg.

Sanford, Patrick H., City Attorney, Knoxville; was born in Cornwall Addison co., Vt., Nov 10, 1822. His parents were John and Anna Peck Sanford, of same co. He was educated at Middlebury College, Vt.,; lived on a farm till 18 years old; he chose the profession of law and read with Judge A. Peck, of Burlington Vt. and Julius Manning. He came to Knox co., Knoxville, in 1852; he was admitted to the bar in the spring of 1853, and has practiced in Knox co., since. He was elected a member of the House in the27th General Assembly of Illinois, and was chosen a member of the Judiciary commission of the Senate in the 28th and 289th General Assemblies, and his ability was recognized by the appointment to the chairmanship of the Judiciary Committee. During both sessions. He also served as County Supt. of schools 3 terms prior to 12862. In the spring of 1853 he married Jane Griffin, who died May 1863; by her he had 2 children. In Oct. 1864, he married Helen M. Peck, by whom he has had 4 children. Republican.

Sargent, Daniel B., 704

Henry K. Whiting    is a prominent representative farmer, residing on section 21, in Walnut Grove Township, and the owner of 164 acres, mostly improved land, and 57 acres of timber.  He is numbered among the most successful farmers who early came to Illinois.  He located here in 1851, and was born in Hartford, Conn., April 1, 1808.  His father, Joseph, was a farmer and native of Connecticut, the family having their origin in the United States nearly two centuries ago.  Three brothers from England were the founders of the family.  The mother of the gentleman whose name heads this sketch was Mary Goodwin, also a native of Connecticut and of old American ancestry.

JAMES F. WEBB, engineer C., B. & Q. R. R., Galesburg, is the son of Isaac C. and Elizabeth (Fulkerson) Webb, the former of Vermont, the mother of Tennessee; was born at Hillsgrove, McDonough co., Ill., on Feb. 23, 1846.  Determined to become a locomotive engineer he left home in 1865, came to Galesburg and obtained employment, and Feb. 2, 1869, was promoted to engineer, which he has even since been, never losing a day, or during these years, no person has been injured on, or by his train.  He is temperate in all things; never known to utter an oath or take a drink of whisky.  Sept. 18, 1870, he married Clara Cofer they have a son and daughter.  Joined the M. E. Church at 18; now connected with the 1st M. E. Church, Galesburg.

MRS. SARAH ELIZABETH CHILD WEBB, daughter of Erastus and Rachel (Foster) Child, and was born in Whitestown, Oneida co., N.Y., May 14, 1849.  She came to Oneida, Ill., with her parents in 1855; married Fielding B. Webb of Bedford, Taylor co., Iowa, Nov. 29, 1877; went immediately to her new home in Bedford, where she still resides.

In 1874, the Thomson's removed to Canton, Illinois, and in the following year to Yates City, where they now live. Frank D. Thomson spent his boyhood upon the farm. He lived an active, out-door life, and enjoyed nothing better than a ramble in company with his dog, or a boat-ride on the Spoon. Like his father he, too, is clever and ingenious in mechanical construction. His mother's ambition, also, had taken possession of his mind, and he was early conscious of the desire "to be somebody" &; as he often heard his mother express it.

When a boy he attended the district school in Truro Township, the public schools in Canton and Yates City. During his High School course in the last named place, he studied under the principal-ship of Mr. W. L. Steele, now Superintendent of the Galesburg public schools. With the assistance of his brother, Leroy, Mr. Thomson was enabled to attend Knox College, receiving from that institution the degree of A. B. in 1892 and that of A. M. in 1895. When the latter degree was conferred, Mr. Thomson delivered, at the invitation of the college, the Master's Oration. During his college course he united with the Christian Church at Galesburg. By the advice and with the material assistance of Mr. Albert J. Perry and Superintendent Steel, Mr. Thomson spent two years, 1892-4, in Baltimore at the John Hopkins University, making a special study of history, political science, economics, and sociology. While fortunate in having had the assistance of willing friends, Mr. Thomson, after all, owes the attainment of his education and his successful career largely to his own industry and pluck, for he belongs to that interesting group of young men who have a mind to help themselves and the spirit to work their way. Appreciating the conditions of his own advance, it has been his pleasure to assist in his turn the brothers who have followed in his steps. Mr. Thomson's professional success has been rapid. He had charge of the village school at Douglas for three years; of the Yates City High School for two years, 1889-91, although he gained his first experience in teaching, as "Master" in the district school at Arkansas Corners, Truro Township, several years before. During the school year 1894-5, he was Principal of the Sumner School in Peoria, and then was called to the Principal-ship of the Galesburg High School, a position that he has held ever since.

On his coming to Galesburg the "elective system" was introduced into the High School and his work, together with that of an efficient corps of assistants, has been to show that this system can be effectively operated in a High School. His idea in education has been that the school should be of the greatest service to the greatest number, and that the "elective system," when properly handled, produces that result by adapting the school more easily to the needs of individuals who need the most help. Owing largely to the success of this plan the school has increased in number from 214 in 1895 to 495 in 1899. Mr. Thomson has been successful as an