USA > Missouri > Livingston County > History of Caldwell and Livingston counties, Missouri, written and compiled from the most authentic official and private sources, including a history of their townships, towns and villages, together with a condensed history of Missouri; a reliable and detailed history of Caldwell and Livingston counties--their pioneer record, resources, biographical sketches of prominent citizens; general and local statistics of great value; incidents and reminiscences > Part 129
USA > Missouri > Caldwell County > History of Caldwell and Livingston counties, Missouri, written and compiled from the most authentic official and private sources, including a history of their townships, towns and villages, together with a condensed history of Missouri; a reliable and detailed history of Caldwell and Livingston counties--their pioneer record, resources, biographical sketches of prominent citizens; general and local statistics of great value; incidents and reminiscences > Part 129
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oughly improved. When 16 years of age he began life for himself as a farm laborer, continuing to work on different places until 1861, when he took a position as post teamster, in the employ of the Gov- ernment, an occupation in which he was engaged until 1864. Then he enlisted in Co. D, 179th Ohio volunteer infantry, and served until the war closed. During 1865 and a portion of 1866 he passed consider- able time in working about a farm in Scioto county, O., and in 1867 he cast his fortunes with Livingston county, Mo., and here he has since remained, one of the esteemed residents of the commu- uity. His first purchase of land included 90 acres, which he secured from the Hannibal and St. Joseph Railroad, an unimproved tract, to the development and cultivation of which he immediately turned his attention. At this time he has 224 acres, improved in a manner deserving of especial mention. Upon the place is to be found a good grade of stock of all kinds, and he is recognized by the agriculturists of the county as one who knows thoroughly his calling in all of its details. In politics he is Republican. January 16, 1868, Mr. Kinley was married to Miss Mary M. Bowen, originally from Greenbriar county, Va. Mr. K. is a member of Chillicothe Lodge No. 89, A. F. and A. M.
BENJAMIN F. KNOX
(Farmer and Stock-raiser, Post-office, Dawn.
In the early settlement of Livingston county and to the pioneers of this vicinity, the parents of the subject of this sketch, Robert and Jemi- ma Knox, née Shields, were well and favorably known, and their son Benjamin shares in the esteem which was given them. They became located in Eastern Indiana at an early day, lived there until 1844 and then settled in this county and township, here spending the remainder of their lives. Twelve children were in their family ; they were rec- ognized as industrious, kind-hearted people, and bore their part of the hardships and privations of pioneer life without flinching, and to them, among others, is due the credit for opening the way to civil- ization hereabouts. Benjamin F. Knox was born December 26, 1831, in Rush county, Ind., was reared to a farm experience and after com- ing to Missouri attended the common schools of this township. When about 22 years of age, in August, 1853, he was united in marriage with Miss Eliza E. Caskey, whose birth occurred in Carroll county, Mo., September 14, 1839 ; she died in August, 1873, leaving five chil- dren : Alfred B., James B., Henry N., Robert L. and Cora E. Mr. Knox's second marriage was consummated November 12, 1873, when Miss Ellen James became his wife. She was born in Iowa county, Wis., September 3, 1855. They have one child, John F. In 1854 Mr. K. moved to his present location, on which he has since resided, actively engaged in the pursuits of farming and stock raising. He owns 142 acres of cultivated land, is raising a good grade of stock, and in all his operations is proving himself an advanced, practical agriculturist. Politically he is a Democrat. He takes great interest
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in educational matters and in all things tending to the improvement of the county's interests. In every way he is a good and useful citizen.
WILLIAM LEWIS
(Farmer and Stock-raiser).
On the 28th of February, 1831, in the city of Bath, England, there was born to George and Cathrine Lewis, a son, the subject of this sketch, the youngest of two boys and three girls. The father was a native of England and the mother of Scotland, their marriage having occurred at Bath. George Lewis was for many years in the employ of a wealthy family of brewers in his native city. Both he and his wife died in England, and all the children are now living there save William. When 11 years old he stopped school and commenced working on a farm and at the age of 16 entered into the raising of strawberries for market, renting three acres of land and paying $50 rent an acre per annum. Some four years thus passed in hard work together with strict economy resulted in his accumulating some money, and after this he became bailiff to the noted pen manufacturer, Jos. Gillett, in whose employ he remained for about 15 years. Feb- ruary 1, 1852, he was united in marriage with Ellen Jacobs, who was born in County Sommerset, England. In 1868 Mr. Lewis came to America, landing at Portland, Me., but his dissatisfaction with that country prevented him from carrying out his original intention of settling in Canada, so he looked about for a desirable location in the United States. Finally he was attracted to Livingston county, Mo., landed here with about $500 in money and secured of the Hannibal and St. Joseph Railroad 40 acres of land. He went to work with a will, managing his place to advantage, making from time to time such improvements as he could afford, and at this time he is a large pro- perty owner, having 1,020 acres, well improved and well adapted for stock purposes. In the case of Mr. Lewis the oft abused phrase " a self-made man " seems to have a true illustration, for his rise in life has been accomplished through his individual efforts,' and by a con- stant, earnest industry. In agricultural and stock matters he is well posted and practically informed and his example is one worthy of imitation. He is liberal in his political views and recognized as an influential citizen of this community. Mr. and Mrs. Lewis have eight children : William, Ellen A., Kate, Henry H., Frederick L., Emily, Elizabeth F. and Lucy.
JOSEPH A. LEWIS
(Farmer and Stock-raiser, Section 16, Post-office, Dawn).
Among others of foreign birth in this county deserving of special prominence is Mr. Joseph A. Lewis, who first saw the light in 1836 in Pembrokeshire, South Wales. His father, Thomas Lewis, of South Wales, was brought up there and subsequently married Miss Mary Roderick, of the same country, and they made their home in that
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locality until coming across the water to the United States in the fall of 1848, with their five children, three of whom were sons. After spending the winter at St. Louis, as soon as navigation was opened they went up the river to Burlington, Ia., and located in Des Moines . county, Yellow Springs township, improving a farm and residing upon it until coming with the entire family, save one daughter, to this township and county, in the fall of 1865. The parents lived on a farm until their death, the father dying September 30, 1884; the mother preceded him several years, departing this life March 23, 1877. They were both consistent members of the Baptist Church and on account of being the first Welsh family to settle near Dawn became well known and as highly esteemed. The worthy family of children which they left have become prominent in various affairs in life. Joseph during the late war was in the supply service and was a stanch Union man. He came to Livingston county with his parents in 1865 but in 1869 returned to Louisa county, Ia., where, on August 5, he was united in marriage with Miss Catharine Tudor, of that county, born April 21, 1850, and the daughter of David and Mary Tudor, nee Owens, who were among the first settlers of Louisa county. Since his permanent settlement here Mr. Lewis has devoted his attention to farming and stock raising, a calling in which he has been thoroughly versed from his very youth. For a number of years he was land agent for the Hannibal and St. Joseph Railroad, and in this capacity did much to induce the settlement of this county. In other ways he has helped to develop and push forward its interests. He has 160 acres of well improved land, besides some timber, raising a good grade of stock of all kinds, and in his operations he is meeting with encouraging success. He and his wife have five children : David T., Mary E., Margaret A., John H. and an infant now deceased. He is a Republican in politics and in religious matters a member of the Baptist Church.
CHARLES K. MOSER
(Farmer and Stock-raiser, Post-office, Chillicothe).
The first farm which Mr. Moser purchased upon his arrival in this county in the fall of 1866 contained but 60 acres, but from time to time additions have been made to this original tract until his present estate embraces 275 acres. The homestead is well improved, and upon it are necessary and convenient buildings, and for stock purposes it is desirably fitted out. Practical and energetic in the management of his farm, he has been successful, and judging by the past, a brill- iant future is before him. Mr. Moser came originally from Berks county, Pa., born December 17, 1830, one of 11 children in the family of his parents, William and Susan ( Kuhns ) Moser, also natives of the Keystone State, the former of Lehigh county and the latter from Northampton county. They were both of German ancestry and strongly imbued with the characteristics of that race of people, so far as energy and hard work goes. The father owned a grist and saw mill and also conducted a farm, having accumulated a consider-
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able property at the time of his death. Charles K. was brought up to a farm experience and only attended school but a short time. Liv- ing at home until about 22 years of age, he then went to Medina .county, O., where he worked on a farm for about a year, then going to Michigan. After railroading for some time he came to Fulton county, Ill., continued the same occupation there up to 1861, and finally brought up in Ohio from whence he drove a flock of sheep to Lehigh county, Pa. For six years he was a resident of that county, engaged in huckstering and conducting a country store, and after that, at the time stated, he came to this county. Mr. Moser was married in Lehigh county, Pa., July 4, 1863, to Miss Catherine H. Sterner, whose birth occurred there September 28, 1843. By this union there have been five children ; Ida, Mary S., James W., Charles T. and Katie M. All are now living except the oldest. Mr. M. has been a Republican during life. He and his wife are both public-spirited cit- izens, useful members of society, and receive a cordial welcome wherever they go. Mrs. Moser's parents, Tilghman and Mary A. Sterner, née Hoffman, were formerly from Lehigh county, Pa. She was a teacher before her marriage, and is a lady of refinement and true intellectual worth.
THOMAS PARIS
(Farmer and Stock-raiser, Post-office, Dawn).
As is well known Livingston county received a large immigration to its territory during the " fifties," at which time many settlers came in who have since made for themselves an honorable name in this com- munity. Among others might be mentioned Thomas Paris, whose career is but another evidence of the possibilities young men have for advancement in the world, when supported by strong resolution to rise. Commeneing life as a poor boy, and a farmer's boy at that, with scarcely any advantages for an education, he is now in posses- sion of a comfortable competence, his estate embracing 265 acres well improved. He raises good stock of all kinds and keeps fully apace with the progress of his adopted calling in every particular. Mr. Paris owes his nativity to Monroe county, O., where he was born May 10, 1829, the son of Peter Paris, who was born in Paris, France. He was reared to manhood there and when about 18 years old became a sailor, and during the seven years thus occupied he visited many countries and acquired a knowledge of six or seven languages. In the latter part of the eighteenth century he came to this country and married in Pennsylvania Mary A. Hall, of that State, but of German ancestry. After the War of 1812 he located in Monroe county, O., and endured many hardships in making for himself and family a com- fortable home. They both died and were buried in Monroe county. Of their 13 children, all but two are living and are engaged in agricul- tural pursuits, mostly in the Buckeye State. Thomas Paris was pre- vented from obtaining much of an education by duties about the home place. When 22 years of age, December 11, 1851, he was
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married to Miss Rebecca Watson, whose birth occurred September 11, 1835, in Guernsey county, O. The children born of this union were Henry, Mary A., Louisa R., John T., Jerome, Phebe J., Elmer E., Charley O., Benjamin F., George W. and William R. In 1852, Mr. Paris left Ohio and came to Champaign county, Ill., where he fol- lowed farming until coming to this county in 1854. His first purchase of 120 acres of land is now owned by George Hedrick and after a number of years Mr. P. bought his present place - one of the neat, comfortable homesteads of the county. During the war he was a strong Union man and for about three years he served in the State militia, the last years of the war being in the 44th Missouri volunteer infantry, and seeing much active service. Mr. Paris has always fa- vored such things as he thought would build up and benefit the country and his fellow-man. He is progressive in his ideas and tendencies and a representative man in the community.
ROBERT L. PATRICK (Physician and Surgeon).
The locality in which Dawn is situated is indeed fortunate in having among its citizens such a man as Robert L. Patrick is conceded to be, for his connection with the interests of the township and county in a quiet, but none the less effective, way has proven to be of much benefit and influence, and of no little importance. Of Mis- souri nativity, he was born in Saline county October 16, 1830, of the ymarriage of Samuel and Lucy Patrick, the latter formerly a Miss Thomas and a native of Scott county, Ky., while the former came originally from Franklin county, O. The Patricks were of English origin, and early settlers of the Keystone State, taking part in the early Indian wars and in the two wars with the Mother country. Robert Patrick, Robert L.'s grandfather, whose mother was a Penn- sylvania lady, Miss McFarland, became a pioneer in Central Ohio, where he lived until taking up his residence in Saline county, Mo., about 1815, and from there some years later he went to Howard county, dying there at a ripe old age. He married a Miss Strong. Samuel Patrick followed his parents to this State, and in Saline county was married, his wife's parents having been among the earliest settlers of the Missouri Valley. After leaving Saline county and going to Howard, from whence he came to this county, in 1847, he remained here the principal portion of his time. Of a good educa- tion and personally a favorite he was well known in this State. In an early day he made trips to the far West, trading with the Indians and Mexicans, and January 27, 1873, he died at Yreka, Cal., having gone there overland with ox teams, accompanied by his sons Robert L. and Charles, in 1849. While there he traded in stock and was interested in merchandising. Mrs. Patrick is still a resident of this township. In the family of herself and husband were nine children. Robert L. divided his time in youth between working on the home farm and attending the common schools, and as before referred to,
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went with his father and brother to California in 1849, remaining there until 1864. He then returned to his Missouri home, but soon after took another trip to California, going across the plains by him- self and driving or leading three pack mules the entire distance. While in that country he followed mining, merchandising and stock- raising with good success, and he also devoted some time to the study of medicine. In 1865 he settled permanently in Livingston county, farmed here a few years and in 1869 started a general store at Dawn. At this writing he is the proprietor of a good drug store at this place, which is meeting with excellent patronage. Since at Dawn he has practiced medicine to quite an extent, and though not a regular col- lege graduate, he has become such a close student and so well read that many a man of far greater pretensions as a physician would be put to shame. He now attends to his drug trade and office practice. Mr. Patrick is a married man, Miss Lucy M. Smoot having become his wife February 3, 1876. Her birth occurred in Lincoln county, Mo., July 30, 1855. They have four children : Louisa F., Lucy, Jessie and Robert M. Mr. P. is a member of the I. O. O. F. In both politics and religious matters he is liberal in his views.
BENJAMIN B. PECK
(Farmer and Stock-raiser, Section 22, Post-office, Dawn).
On both his father's and mother's sides Mr. Peck is of Scotch origin. Moses Peck, his father, was born in Vermont, but about 1822 went to the territory of Michigan, where his father removed the year following with his family. They located in Oakland county and Moses Peck there married Miss . Silence Bayley, daughter of Amassa Bayley, who was one of the first judges of Oakland county and among its pioneers. Moses Peck following his marriage kept a hotel at Pontiac, Mich., for many years, a calling for which he seemed to be well adapted. He was a man of decided opinions and convic- tions and well respected. Benjamin B. was born September 5, 1831, in Oakland county, Mich., and lived at home until 23 years of age, except for about two years passed with a surveying party in northern Michigan. He received an academic education and in 1853, owing to ill health, he went South as he also did in 1854, spending the winters there. After traveling around some time he came to this county, and in the summer of 1855, he pre-empted 160 acres, where he now re- sides, beginning at once its improvement. This has continued to be his home, and he has long since gained the reputation as being among the very foremost tillers of the soil and stock men in this portion of the county. He has been a leader in the use of new and useful labor- saving farm machinery, keeps his place under a high state of cultiva- tion, has upon it good graded stock and feeds annually about four car loads of cattle. In his homestead are included 354 acres, while in the northern portion of the township he has 220 acres. He has occupied numerous positions of trust and honor, and in short, is acknowledged to be a representative citizen of the community. December 1, 1856,
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Mr. Peek was married to Miss Annie Stone, born February 20, 1837, in Licking county, O. Her parents, Jonathan and Sarah ( Fletcher) Stone, were Virginians by birth, but were reared and married in Ohio, some years after coming to this county and township, where the remainder of their lives was spent, the respect and esteem of all being bestowed upon them. In the fall of 1861 Mr. P. became a member of the enrolled militia, doing duty mostly in Livingston county, and he also served in the provisional militia over two years. He was reared a Democrat but during the war was a firm supporter of the Union, doing all in his power to help the Government, and keep a loyal senti- ment at home. On the finance question his sympathies are with the Greenback party. In other things he is non-committal. In whatever he does he shows that his interests are the interests of the county and his fellow-man. Mr. and Mrs. Peck have six children : Lillie F., Manford E., Malcolm J., Carrie E., Rosa A. and Benjamin B. They take warm interest in educational matters, the children having been favored with superior advantages in this direction. Their social quali- ties are of a high order.
AARON T. PURCELL
(Farmer and Stock-raiser, Post-office, Dawn).
Aaron T. Purcell was born in Dearborn county, Ind., December 16, 1815. His paternal grandfather, Benjamin Purcell, was a Virgin- ian by birth and was reared and married in Loudoun county, that State. During the Revolutionary War he lived in Tennessee and served against the Indians ; shortly before the War of 1812 he removed to Dearborn connty, Ind., and there died, leaving 10 children, of whom John Purcell, the father of the subject of this sketch, was one. He grew up in Tennessee and Indiana as a farmer's hoy, did not enjoy much schooling, and finally married Miss Elizabeth Livingston, of Ohio. Her father, George Livingston, of Albemarle county, Va., was for seven years a soldier in the Revolutionary War, part of the time under Washington. John Purcell and wife had 11 children. After their marriage they lived in Ripley and Rush counties, Ind., until 1836, then moving to Pike county Ill., from whence five years ater they came to Livingston county, Mo., settling near the center of Blue Mound township. They were kind-hearted, hospitable people, people respected by all who knew them. Aaron T., the eldest child in the family, endured many hardships in the settlement of the differ- ent localities where he resided, and only had five months' schooling in youth. He came with his parents to this county and remained at home until his marriage August 16, 1842, to Miss Elizabeth H. Carr who was born in Claiborne County, Tenn, January 12, 1822. Her parents, John and Nancy ( Rogers ) Carr, came from Tennessee to this county in the fall of 1841, lived many years in Blue Mound township and then moved to Ray county. Mr. and Mrs. Purcell have the fol- lowing children : Permelia G., Susan R., John R., Benjamin F., George W., Amanda J., Joseph S., Lucinda, Clayton O., Ann, Cyrene
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and Missouri E. Mr. Purcell and wife have been residents of this township, with the exception of three years spent in Iowa, since 1841, and are now among its oldest living citizens. Their homeplace is a neat and comfortable one. Mr. P. has always been either a Whig or Republican in politics. During the war he was a Union man, and his son, John R., was a Federal soldier and was captured at Franklin, Tenn., and afterwards starved to death at Andersonville. George W. Purcell, one of Mr. P.'s sons was born in this township January 15, 1849, and has always followed farming. He now owns 200 acres of well improved land and raises considerable stock. February 23, 1876, Miss Mary A. Paris became his wife, her birth having occurred in Livingston county, September 12, 1856. They have five children : John W., Edley W., Marshall W., Lula C. and Ralph.
EDWARD F. SCHROEDER (Merchant, Dawn).
This young citizen of foreign birth owes his nativity to Northeastern Prussia, where he was born January 2, 1860, his grandparents bring- ing him when a child to Canada, from whence in about a year they removed to Detroit, Mich. This continued to be their home some two years, and soon after they settled in this county, near Dawn. John Schroeder, the grandfather here referred to, was born in Prussia JJuly 2, 1813, and grew to manhood upon a farm, enjoying good educa- tional advantages ; and while in his native country he held the position of magistrate. Of his 10 children he reared five, and three of these still survive in Prussia, and the other two reside in America. His wife was formerly Miss Charlotte Nichol, also of Prussian nativity. Since coming to this country they have resided upon a farm, and by hard work and economy have made for themselves a comfortable home, where they now reside, respected and enjoying the confidence of all. Edward F. Schroeder was reared as an agriculturist, the prin- cipal portion of his education being obtained in the schools of the vil- lage of Dawn. When young he did work on various farms, his earnings going to his grandfather until 19 years of age, and besides he farmed his grandfather's place in partnership. He also followed railroading some time, and visited considerable of the West. Return- ing home he subsequently embarked in farming on his own account, raising and trading in stock, etc., and earning money wherever he could honestly do so, until engaging in mercantile pursuits at Dawn. By his fair dealing and popular manner he has built up a good busi- ness, which is increasing. Politically, Mr. S. is a Democrat.
HENRY M. SEIBERLING
(Farmer and Stock-raiser, Post-office, Chillicothe).
Henry M. Seiberling was born in Lehigh county, Pa., June 24, 1838, in which locality his parents were also born, Joshua and Catherine Seiberling, née Moser. There they were reared and mar-
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ried, and both were of German extraction, their respective ancestors having settled in the Keystone State prior to the Revolutionary War. Three strong traits stood forth in their character - honesty, sobriety and industry. Joshua Seiberling was the most of his life engaged in general merchandising and hotel keeping, and as a business man he was most thorough. He was a magistrate for over twenty-five years. Eleven of the 12 children born to himself and wife reached maturity. The father still survives, a resident of Pennsylvania ; the mother died September 13, 1883. The children now living reside in their native State, except Henry M. and a sister, in Cedar county, Ia. The former grew up from boyhood in the little village of Seiberlingsville, and during youth passed his time in assisting in his father's store, hotel and farm. His education was a common school one and when about twenty-one years of age he left home and spent a year in Sum- mit county, O., working on a farm. Coming westward to Illinois, he clerked for a railroad contractor in McDonough county until August, 1861, when he enlisted in Co. H, 2d regiment Illinois volunteer cavalry, and subsequently he took part in the following engagements : Columbus, Island No. 10, Pittsburg Landing, the Vicksburg campaign and the Red River expedition, helping to clear the rivers from Paducah, Ky., to New Orleans. Mr. S. saw considerable active serv- ice and performed every duty allotted to him as became a fearless and gallant soldier. In August, 1864, he was honorably discharged and then returned to Illinois, for some time thereafter traveling around. In New York City December 20, 1864, he was married to Miss Mary L. Edel, who was born in that city May 9, 1844, and they have had two children, Charles M. and Louisa C. In the spring of 1865 Mr. Seiberling with his wife came to Mexico, Mo., lived upon a fruit farm some two years and then located where they now reside, this well improved and stocked farm containing 180 acres. All his operations have been carried on according to the most advanced and progressive ideas and have resulted to his own good, and the benefit of those with whom he has come in contact. His political preferences are Democratic, though he is not radical in his opinions. With his worthy wife he belongs to the M. E. Church, and they both support liberally any measure tending to benefit their adopted county. Mrs. S.'s parents, Joseph and Louisa ( Rivinius ) Edel, were both natives of Germany, but married in this country. They had 10 children ; the father died in MeDonough county, Ill., in 1860, after which the family returned to their old home in New York City.
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