Peter Walther

    Peter Walther, blacksmith, wagon-maker and implement dealer, Lawrenceburgh, was born in Alsace, France (now Germany), in 1831. He is a son of Michael Walther, who died in Alsace many years ago. Mr. Walther learned his trade in his native country, from which he emigrated in 1852 to the United States. He located first in Ripley County, Indiana, where he resided till 1857, when he removed to Lawrenceburgh, which has since been his home. He followed his trade in wagon-making exclusively till 1882, when he added farming implements, and in general has been fairly successful.

    Mr. Walther was married in 1856, to Miss Caroline Fike, by whom he had three children:  George, Katie and Matilda. Mr. Walther is a member of the I. O. O. F., a hard worker and an exemplary citizen. His energy and industry fully entitle him to the success he has achieved in his line of business.

Source: History of Dearborn and Ohio Counties, Indiana by F.E. Weakley & Co., 1885.