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J. P. Clemmons, farmer, sec. 3; P. O. Milton ; is the son of Ezekiel and Phobe (Reed) Clemmons, natives of Rouen Co., N. C.,
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where the subject of this sketch was born in 1814. The family emigrated to Illinois in 1823 and settled in Lawrence county. In 1825 they moved to this county and settled in Detroit tp., and 3 vears afterward settled in this tp., where his parents both died. Mr. C. moved on his present farm in 1836, consisting of 196 acres, valued at $60 per acre. The same year he was married to Miss Jane, daughter of Wm. Hayden, and they had 3 children, 2 of whom are living, Mary and Phoebe. His present wife, Polly, nes Grimes, is a native of White county, Ill., and they have had 2 children,-Henry and Sarah. Mr. C. had ro opportunities for an early education, and at the age of 21 years he was enabled to pur- chase 40 acres of land, which by his energy and perseverance he had accumulated. To him belongs the honor of being the oldest living settler in Montezuma, a record which he may value, and to which his posterity ever look with pride. He built the first school- house erected in Detroit tp., and has experienced all the hardships of pioneer life.
George Croft, farmer, sec. 2; P. O. Milton; is the son of Mathew and Mary (Rumans) Croft, natives of York, England, where the subject of this sketch was born in 1806. He acquired his early education in the colleges of his native place, where lie engaged as teacher in the academy. In 1831 he was selected by the Wes- leyan Missionary Society, of London, to preach the gospel in the West Indies. He reached the Islands in 1831, and preached through- out the different Islands for 13 years. While there he met and mar- ried (in 1834), Miss Ellen Stoner, a native of Leeds, England, where she was born in 1807. Mr. C. has crossed the Atlantic 9 times, and lived under most of the flags of Europe. He spent the summer of 1879 in his native home, but prefers to live under the flag of our common country. His farm of 440 acres is the fruits of his own industry, his first purchase being but 160 acres. It is valued at $50 per acre. Here he settled in 1856, living in a log house until he had erected his present commodious residence. He is the father of 6 children, 5 of whom are living; David S., Helen, George, Han- nah L. and Thomas. He is Local Elder in the M. E. Church, and a gentleman well known throughout the county.
S. W. Daniels, of the firm of Merchant & Miller, and who re- sides at Bedford, was born in this county in 1829, and is the son of James and Olive Daniels, natives of N. Y., and Vt., who emigrated to Madison county, thence to this county in 1826, settling on the section where he entered 120 acres of land, where they both died. He was a soldier in the war of 1812, and an early pioneer of Pike county. The subject of this sketch was married in 1846, to Miss Frances E., daughter of John French. To them have been born 5 children: Wesley P., George, Julia, Thomas, and Rozella. Mr. D. began milling in the early days. He is also engaged in the mer- cantile trade at Bedford and runs the ferry at that place; is con- ducting a good business.
Joseph Dugdell, farmer, sec. 22; P. O. Milton; was born in
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Yorkshire, England, Dec. 25, 1810; was married Jan. 28, 1832, to Miss Elizabeth Farra, also a native of Yorkshire, Eng., where she was born Oct. 11, 1810. He emigrated to America in 1843 and spent one winter in Morgan county, thence he went to Scott county, and in 1847 to this county, setling in this tp., where he has since made it his home. He moved to his present place in 1852, upon which was a log cabin, and which has long since given place to his present commodious residence. Mr. D. has a farm of 280 acres, valued at $40 per aere. He is the father of 4 children: Charles, Joseph, jr., Wm. T., and Hanna E., all of whom are married, and grandchildren surround him in his declining years.
Taylor B. Franklin, farmer sec. 11; P. O. Milton; is the grand- son of Ebenezer Franklin, the earliest settler of Pike county, and eldest son of Frederick Franklin, who passed a life of usefulness in Montezuma tp., where he died in 1878. The subject of this sketch was married in April, 1869, to Miss Priscilla Stathen, a native of Ohio, and there have been born to them 4 children; Augustus, William, Fred E. and Cora H. Mr. F. resides upon a portion of his father's estate, consisting of 141 acres, valued at $25 per acre. Sixty years have passed since Ebenezer Franklin set foot on the soil of Pike county, and to his posterity belong the honor of his name.
David Foreman, farmer and harness-maker, sec. 31 ; P. O. Mil- ton ; was born in Highland county, O., in 1834. and is the son of Jacob and Margaret Briggs, natives of Kentucky and Ohio, who came to this county in 1850, and settled on see. 1, Spring Creek township, where he resided until 1863, when he moved to his son's home, where he died Feb. 8, 1871 : she died Nov. 30, 1857. The subject of this sketch purchased his present estate, consisting of 80 acres, valued at $3,000 ; has been engaged at his trade since 1852 at Pittsfield and Milton, and has a good business. Was mar- ried Jan. 21, 1855, to Miss Nancy Russell, who a short time after- ward was accidentally burned to death. In 1859 he was united to Miss Phobe N., daughter of Abner Long, a native of McDonough county. To them have been born 7 children, 4 of whom are liv- ing : Henry L., Sarah M., Margaret R. and Araminta J .; the deceased are Milton A., Jacob N. and John H. Members of the Christian Church.
Edward N. French, farmer, sec. 8 ; P. O. Milton ; born in Cal- edonia Co., Vt., in 1829, the fourth son of Isaae and Rebecca (Folly) French, natives of that State, where they both died. The subject of this sketch emigrated to the West in 1849, and set- tled in Rock Co., Wis. Two years afterward he moved to this county and engaged as elerk with George Underwood in Milton. While in this capacity he purchased 40 acres of land on sec. 4, a portion of which is included in his present estate of 330 acres, val- med at $100 per acre. He was married in 1852 to Miss Sarah, second daughter of Daniel Hoover, by whom he has 4 children: Noel E., Mary A., George H., now a student of engineering in the
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University at Champaign, Ill., and William O. Mr. F. is a self- made man in every respect. His mother died when he was 7 years of age, and he was bound ont until 14 years of age. With- out the advantages of education he has accumulated a handsome landed property, secured by his own industry and close application to business. Is a Republican.
Harrison C. French, farmer, sec. 30 ; P. O. Milton ; was the youngest child of Isaac and Rebecca (Folly) French, natives of Vermont, where they both died. The subject of this sketch was born in Caledonia Co., Vt., in 1834; emigrated to this county in 1856, where he resided "until 1861, when he enlisted as 2d Ser- geant in Co. E, I. V. I., and served 9 months; was taken pris- oner at the battle of Shiloh and confined in prison at Tuscaloosa, Ala .; thence to Macon, Ga., and in Libby at Richmond, Va., where he was exchanged April 6, and sent to Annapolis as paroled pris- oner. He was reduced to a mere skeleton by the effects of prison life. Returning, he was married in 1865 to Miss Emily, daughter of Jolin Long. Their 7 children are all living, Augustus H., Orra J., Lefie A., Herbert, Nellie, Walter and Ruth. He settled on his present estate in 1872, consisting of 160 acres, valued at $40 per acre. His wife is member of the Christian Church, and he is a Republican.
Zachariah A. Garrison, farmer, sec. 36; P. O. Pearl; was born in Posey Co., Ind., March 29, 1815, and is the son of Elijah and Sally (Allen) Garrison, natives of Kentucky, and a lineal descend- ant of Daniel Boone., The subject of this sketch came to this county with his parents in Oct., 1826. His father entered a large tract of land near Milton, which he lost by unsuccessful specula- tions. He then moved upon the river bottom, where he died in 1840. His devoted wife lived until 1846, when she too was called to join the settlements of a better home. The subject of this sketch was married in 1834, to Miss Louisiana, daughter of Thomas Davis, who died in 1839, leaving one child, Mary L., who resides in Ore- gon. He again married in 1842, Miss Cynthia Waters, who died in 1852. Of this marriage one child was born, Hannah J., wife of Orsen Gilbert. His present wife, Lydia Wilson, is a native of Ohio. Mr. G. was engaged in running log rafts down the river as early as 1835, and afterwards followed the river as pilot until 1852, when he built a hotel, where he was engaged for 11 years. In 1861 he enlisted as Captain of Co. E., I. V. I., and two months afterward was appointed recruiting officer. In this capacity he served until 1864, when he moved to Oregon and spent some years. On his return he settled on his present place.
W. V. Grimes, M. D., was born in this township in 1857. His parents were Milton and Mary (McClintock) Grimes, early settlers of Pike county. He began the study of medicine with Dr. A. G. Jones, of Milton, and spent 2 years in the drug business with W. M. Crary. Soon afterward he entered the Missonri Medical College at St. Louis, and was graduated at that institution in 1877. The following
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year he began the practice of his profession in this village and established himself in the drug business the same year. Mr. G. has been local editor and correspondent of the Milton Beacon a greater part of the time since it started, and is deservedly popular with all classes. He is a member of the Masonic fraternity and of the Christian Church.
S. V. Hayden, attorney at law, is the son of Elisha and Vir- ginia (Sweringen) Hayden, natives of Kentucky and Missouri, who came to this county in 1833 and settled in Detroit township. In 1852 they moved to this tp., and in 1867 upon their present farm, where they still reside. To them have been born 5 children, 3 of whom are living,-Gabriella L., Samuel V. and Mary B. His farm of 132 acres is valued at $70 per acre. The subject of this sketch was born in this county in 1856, and entered upon the study of law at Hillsboro, Ill. He then entered the Union Law College at Chi- cago and was gradnated at that institution in 1879, when he began the practice of his profession in this village. The family number among early pioneers and are highly respected members of the Christian Church.
Wm. Hess, farmer and stock-raiser, is the son of David and Ann (Wheeler) Hess, natives of Ohio, who emigrated to this State at an early dav and settled in Pearl tp., Pike Co., in 1836, where he still resides. Mrs. II. died in 1877. The subject of this sketch was born in Greene Co., Ill., in 1830. He was married Oct. 18, 1855, to Miss Margaret C. Wagner, who died, leaving him one child, J. D. His present wife, Nancy C., nee Smith, is a native of Pike Co. To them have been born 6 children,-Sarah A., L. C., Wm. H., Eva R. B., Ada B., and Ruthy B. He settled on his present place in 1862, the homestead land consisting of 240 acres, valued at $50 per acre. He has also land on secs. 20, 21, 32 and 16, amounting to nearly 800 acres, making him the largest landholder in the tp.
O. C. Holcomb, merchant, dealer in groceries and crockery, suc- ceeded Geo. Underwood in 1857. In 1863 he disposed of his stock and enlisted as Captain of Co. G., 137th I. V. I., 100-day men, and served his time. He again entered upon a mercantile pursuit in the store now occupied as the postoffice, and moved to his present location in 1879. He was born in Portage Co., O., in 1833. His mother, Dafney Holcomb, settled in this township in 1842, where she died in 1879. He was married in 1854 to Miss Sarah E. Kin- man, by whom he has 3 children: Lillian, George A. and John H. Mr. H. is one of the oldest living merchants of Milton, and enjoys a good patronage.
David G. Hoover, farmer, sec. 17; P. O. Milton; is the youngest son of Daniel Hoover, jr., who emigrated to Illinois in 1825 and settled in White county, where he remained until 1827, when he moved to this county and settled in this township on sec. 9. Here he pre-empted land and resided until his death, May 24, 1868. The subject of this sketch was born June 23, 1826; was married Oct. 16, 1856, to Miss Eunice A. Stults. Mr. H. left the home-
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stead in 1869 and moved to Vernon Co., Mo., where he remained 2 years. Again in the fall of 1879 to the same county, where he is residing on a farm of 320 acres. His eldest son, Charles, who lives on the homestead, was married Jan. 1, 1880, to Miss Mary E., daughter of Jackson Morton. Upon them and others of his children devolves the care of the farm, consisting of 240 acres, valued at $50 per acre. William L., Ruth A., Frank L., Fred A., Alva B. and Fayette, were the children of this industrious pioneer, and grandchildren of one of the first pilgrims to Pike county.
David J. Hoover, farmer, sec. 8; P. O., Milton; was born in White Co., Ill., in 1829; is the eldest son of John and Cynthia (Patton) Hoover, who settled in White Co. in 1825, and in this township in 1830, where they both died. The subject of this sketch was married in 1859 to Miss Amanda F. Smithers, a native of this State. To them have been born 7 children, all of whom are living: Edgar W., Willie H., Cordelia, Minnie V., Orphy O., Ina E. and Arty E. He settled on his present estate in 1862, consisting of 4043 acres; the eastern section, 200 acres, is valued at $60 per acre: the remainder at $40. Mr. H. has been School Director for the past 6 years, and numbers among the early settlers. Without the opportunities of educational advantages his devotion to his pro- fession has placed him among the independent farmers of this county.
Eli Hoover, farmer, secs. 9 and 10; P. O. Milton; is the fourth son of John and Cynthia (Patton) Hoover, natives of Maryland and Kentucky, who came to this county in 1829 and settled in this township, on sec. 8, where he entered 60 acres of land and re- sided until his death in 1867. His wife preceded him to the spirit world in 1864. The subject of this sketch was born on the homestead in this township in 1836; was married in 1863 to Miss Mary Stewart, a native of Greene Co., Ill., where she was born in 1841. The fruits of this marriage are 4 children: Della A., Arthur V., Otis C. and Caddie G. The homestead upon which he resides consists of 236 acres, valued at $60 per acre. Mr. and Mrs. H. are members of the Christian Church, and number among the early pioneers.
George Hoover, farmer, sec. 11; P. O. Milton; is the second son of Daniel and America (Greathouse) Hoover, natives of Maryland and Kentucky, who emigrated to Illinois in 1825 and settled in White Co., and in 1827 moved to this county and settled on sec. 9, near Milton, where he made a claim which he afterward pre- empted. Here he lived until his death, May 24, 1868. His respected wife followed him to the better land in September of the same year. The subject of this sketch was born in Posey Co., Ind., Oct. 23, 1821, and came with his parents to this county, where he was married Jan. 24, 1844, to Miss Sophia A. Hatcher, a native of Franklin Co., Va., and daughter of John and Charlotta (Thurman) Hatcher, who settled in this township in April, 1838, where they passed the re- mainder of their years on earth. Mr. H. settled upon his present estate in 1867, consisting of over 500 acres of land, the valuation
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of which will range from $30 to $50 per acre. This tract of land includes the same farm he occupied in 1847. He is the father of 5 living children, 3 daughters and 2 sons-Geneva A., Louisa F., Eddie A., Laura and Ulysses G. He is the oldest native-born settler of this township, a life-long supporter of the Whig party, and a strong advocate of the Republican form of government.
John A. Hoover, sec. 18; P. O. Milton; is the son of John Hoover, one of the pioneers of this county who settled in Monte- zuma tp. in 1829, where tlte subject of this sketch was born in 1834. In 1859 he engaged as clerk in the mercantile trade at Mil- ton, in which capacity he was engaged until 1871. Since then he has been engaged in farming and speculation, and by tact and energy has secured a good property. Mr. H. is one of this ex- tensive family, unmarried, but his social qualities of mind and heart have won for him a host of friends.
Josiah Hoover, farmer, sec. 9; P. (). Milton; the eldest living son of David and Mahala (Greathouse) Hoover, natives of Mary- land and Kentucky, who settled in White Co., Ill., in 1820, and were among the early pilgrims of that county, where the subject of this sketch was born in May, 1823. In 1827 the family came to this county, crossing the Illinois river on a pirogue, a large canoe. He erected his shanty south of Milton on sec. 9, where he died in March, 1876, in the 79th year of his age. She died Aug. 7, 1873. The subject of this sketch was married in 1848 to Miss Caroline, daughter of Thomas Smith, an early settler of White Co. He is the father of 9 children, 7 of whom are living-Smith, Alice, Mary, Mattie F., Sidney J., Ida M. and Lincoln. His opportuni- ties for an early education were limited, and his success in life is due to his indomitable will and perseverance. His homestead near Mil- ton consists of 246 acres, valued at $75 an acre. He is one of Montezuma's early pilgrims, and although in declining health, is made happy by the large circle of children and grandchildren that surround him.
William Hutton, farmer, sec. 3; P. O. Milton; was born in Eng- land in 1833, and is the son of John and Betsey, (Watenworth,) natives of England, where they both died. Mr. H. emigrated to America in 1855, settling in this tp., where he has since made it his home. He was married in 1873 to Miss Sarah E. Clemmons, and they have 2 children, John and Mary. Mr. H. settled on his present estate in 1868, consisting of 84 acres, valued at $60 per acre. Mr. H. is a School Director, and one of Montezuma's best citizens.
J. G. Johnson, proprietor of the Johnson House, Milton, is a son of Joseph and Esther (Jolly) Johnson, natives of South Carolina, who enigrated to Indiana in 1800, and settled in Posey Co., being among the pioneers of that State. where they both died. The sub- ject of this sketch was born in Posey Co., Ind., in 1821; was mar- ried in 1843 to Miss Mary E. Henderson, who died in Indiana in 1847, leaving one child, Mary A. He then married Elizabeth Travers, a native of Indiana, who bore him one child, D. R., and she
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too was called to a better home. His present wife is Judith C., daughter of Samuel Baker, an early settler of Detroit tp., where she was born in 1835. The fruits of this marriage are 2 children, Johanna H. and J. G. H. Mr. J. came to this county in 1856 and settled in Milton, where he engaged in merchandising, and in 1862 received appointment as Captain, and raised Co. I, 99th I. V. I., and served 22 years, participating in the battles of Vicksburg, Port Gibson,. Champion Hills and Mobile, and was mustered out in Jan., 1865, by reason of consolidation. Returning, he formed the partnership of Johnson & Goodin in the dry-goods trade. Two years afterward he sold out and engaged in farming, until 1875, when he disposed of his farm and opened a private boarding-house. The following year he leased the Eagle, now Johnson House. Mr. J. has been prominently identified with the interests of the town in several offices. He is a radical Republican, a good citizen, and an excellent hotel keeper.
Solomon T. Johnston, farmer, sec. 19; P. O. Milton; is the son of Thomas and Catherine (Main) Johnston, natives of Pennsylvania, who emigrated to Pike Co., in 1850, settling in Hardin tp., where he died. His aged wife still survives. The subject of this sketch was born in Beaver Co., Pa., in 1832; was married in 1853 to Miss Susan, daughter of John Heavener; settled on his present farm of 240 acres in 1856. In 1862 he enlisted as Corporal in Co. E, 99th I. V. I., and served 15 months, participating in the battle at Port Gibson, where he was wounded by a minie ball that passed through the Inngs and lodged in the back, where it still remains. He was confined in the hospital 6 months, when he was discharged. In con- sequence of this wound Mr. J. is disabled from physical labor. He served one term as Collector. Is politically a Democrat. His chil- dren are Melinda. Louisa, Ellen, Thomas, Andrew, Allen, Otis, Eva, Poe and Frank.
Urban B. Kennedy, principal of the high school at Milton, was born in Morgan Co., Ill., in 1854, and is a grandson of John Wright, a native of Tennessee, who settled in that county in 1825, and son of William and Sarah (Wright) Kennedy, natives of Ken- tucky and Tennessee, living residents of Morgan county. Mr. Wright died in 1872, and Wright's Precinct still bears the honor of his name. The subject of this sketch entered upon the studies of his profession in the State Normal University at Bloomington, Ill., where he remained 3 years, and began teaching in 1872 in Scott county, where he remained 3 years, when he returned to his native county and officiated 2 years, where he was married in 1877 to Miss Kate, daughter of John Stewart, of Scott county. They are the parents of 2 children, Walter I, and one not yet christened. Mr. K. has filled his present position 3 years, and he is highly esteemed by the community.
Wm. M. Landess, merchant, dealer in hardware, stoves and tin- ware at Milton, succeeded Long & Riggs in this business in 1871, the copartnership being Landess & Colvin. Eighteen months 28
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afterward Colvin retired, and the business has since been conducted by Mr. L., who carries a stock of $3,000, and has a lucrative trade. He was born in Highland county, O., March 11, 1839; came to this county in 1863 and engaged in teaching school until he began his business career. He was married Dec. 16, 1866, to Miss Jen- nie Van Pelt, daughter of William Van Pelt, of Perry. They are members of the Christian Church.
John F. Long, farmer, sec. 32 ; P. O. Milton ; was born in Ten- nessee in 1805, son of Robert and Betsy (Wasson) Long, natives of North Carolina, both of whom have died. The subject of this sketch came to this county in Oct., 1828, and settled west of Milton. A few years later he entered the land of his present estate, where he has since made it his home. He was married in Vanderburgh county, Ind., Feb. 23, 1826, to Miss Sally A. Patton, a native of that county, where she was born in 1809. To them have been born 8 children, 7 of whom are living, Phoebe J., Robert N., William H., James H., Samuel A., Mary E. and Sarah M. Mary E. married F. Bowman and they reside on the homestead. Their children are William, Robert, John O., Leroy and Henry M. Mr. L was Justice of the Peace at one time, and has been otherwise identified with the interests of the town. His farm consists of 200 acres, valued at $5,500. Himself and wife are members of the Christian Church, and he is one of the few living pioneers of this township. In the 75th year of his age he enjoys good health, and is happily surrounded at his home by his children and grandchil- dren.
Thomas C. Lytle, farmer, sec. 23 ; P. O. Bedford ; was born on the Potomac, Washington Co., Md., in 1824. Is son of James and Eleanor (Burckhurtt) Lytle, natives of that State, where they. died. The subject of this sketch was married in 1846 to Miss Eliz- abeth Miller, a native of Maryland, who died leaving him 2 children, Josiah and Thomas. His present wife, Eliza Killbren, is a native of Scott county. They have had 4 children,-Elizabeth, William, John and Charles A. Mr. L. came to this county in 1856, from Berkshire Co., Va .; moved on his present farm in 1873, consisting of 80 acres, valued at $30 per acre. Has been Justice of the Peace 2 terms, and Commissioner of Highways. Politically he is a Democrat.
Malinda Mahair, farmer, sec. 34; P. O. Bedford; widow of Michael Mahair, who was born in Ireland in 1829 and emigrated to America in 1849. He engaged in farming until his marriage in 1857, to Miss Malinda, daughter of Benjamin Barringer, an early sett'er of this county. After marriage he settled on the Little Blue, where he lived until 1865, when he moved on the present estate of 170 acres. valued at $40 per acre. Their living children are William A., James B. and Lydia A .; they lost 3: Edward, John, and one in infancy. Mr. Mahair died in 1875. He was School Director many years.
N. D. Mc Evers, merchant, Montezuma, was born in this township
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in 1846; is the only living child of T. L. and Sarah (Aiken) McEvers, natives of Ohio, who emigrated to this county in 1829, traveling the entire distance in keel-boats. He settled on his present place at Montezuma and was for years engaged in boating. He is still a living relict of early times. The subject of this sketch received his early education at the Jacksonville Business College, at which in- stitution he was graduated in 1868. Returning home, his time was divided between teaching and advancing his education at the Nor- mal School at Bloomington. In 1874 he purchased the building and stock of goods of S. B. Clemmons, to which he has built an addition and increased the stock, now amounting to about $4,000, with an increasing trade. He is also extensively engaged in the grain and commission business. He has been Township Treasurer many years and Township Collector one year; is Supervisor at the present time, being the first Greenback Supervisor in the county; has also been Postmaster most of the time during his busi- ness career. In 1873 he was married to Miss Adelia, daughter of Franklin Morton, a native of this county. Theodore F. is their only living child.
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