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by moral and commercial rectitude, by prompt attention to business, he has already - at the age of 34 years - attained to honorable dis- tinction as a merchant and an untarnished name in commercial circles. Thus soon has he carved success on his youthful banner. Mr. Cash belongs to the Baptist Church. He was married October 3, 1882, to Miss Pattie E. Vaughan, whose natal place was Estill county, Ky., born in 1859. Her parents were James W. and Mary E. Vaughan. They have one son, who bears his father's name. Mr. C. is a mem- ber of the A. F. and A. M. His wife is connected with the Christian Church.
W. F. CATRON
(Farmer and Stock-raiser, Section 31, Post-office, Hamilton).
Considering that Mr. Catron is still a young man, and that he began for himself with but little means, his career has been a more than ordinarily successful one. At the age of 36, he is now quite a prop- erty holder in this county, all his possessions having been accumulated by persevering and incessant industry. He owes his nativity to Cald- well county, N. C., where he was born January 20, 1849, being one of 10 children which blessed the union of John and Elizabeth ( Dula) Catron. The father was a Virginian by birth. The mother was born in Caldwell county, N. C. The names of the other members of the family were Virginia, Mary, now Mrs. Pfost; Thomas, Corrana, now Mrs. Turner ; James, Sophia, now Mrs. Bliss ; Laura, Fice, and one, John, deceased. In 1866 the parents became located in Clay county, Mo., from which they removed to this county two years later-in 1868. The home farm embraces 250 acres, cultivated in a manner which only comes of thorough knowledge of farm life and a deep ex- perience in matters pertaining to agriculture. Mr. Catron, Sr., died in 1875 but the mother is still living, an estimable lady and respected by all who know her. W. F., as the eldest son in the family, has full charge of the farm. He is unmarried. Of the raising of fine horses he is making a specialty and he has some excellent animals on his place.
FRANK CLARK
(Proprietor of the Hamilton Flouring Mills, Hamilton).
Mr. Clark is conceded to be one of the leading spirits of Caldwell county. His father, Henry Clark, was a native of Rhode Island, and by occupation a miller. The history of this man in the capacity of milling, as well as other branches of business, shows him to be pos- sessed of great energy and business tact, qualities which have de- scended to his son to a remarkable degree, added to which is the fact that his industry, prompt attention to business and shrewd, legitimate transactions in the affairs of the world, have secured him a situation that other and more experienced men have failed to attain. Henry Clark was married after reaching manhood to Miss Aurilla Eldredge, of Connecticut birth, and of the family of children which she bore three are living, Frank, Elmer E. and Wilbur J. The former accom-
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panied his parents to Missouri in 1870. He was born in Vernon, Tol- land county, Conn., October 22, 1852, and from a very early period in his existence devoted himself to milling, an occupation the minutest details of which he thoroughly understands. Since 1874 he has carried on business for himself. When his father first came to Cald- well county he purchased the Hamilton Mills, then owned by Mr. Austin. These mills had been erected and fitted by John Sigman, Esq., who sold to Mr. Austin, and the latter, as stated, to Mr. Clark. In 1874, Frank Clark bought the interest of his father in the mill, and has since conducted the well known Hamilton Mills with signal success. On September 28, 1878, a fire destroyed this property, but in six months after Mr. Clark, not to be discouraged by this unfort- unate mishap, had them soon rebuilt and in running order. In 1882 it became a full roller mill, and at this time has a capacity of turning out 125 barrels of flour per day, the quality of which is well and fav- orably known, being surpassed by none in Northwest Missouri. It meets with a ready sale, the demand more than equaling the supply. In addition to this interest he deals extensively in grain. Mr. Clark is one of the organizers of the Hamilton Coal Company, of which he is now President. He was married October 22, 1874, to Miss Nettie L. Eldredge, who was born in Connecticut. Mr. C. is a Knight Templar in the Masonic order. No man has been more pros- perous in the accumulation of wealth than Mr. Clark, and he certainly has as much energy as any one in the county. A good miller, an excellent financier and salesman, he is ever ready to aid to the utmost any movement which he thinks will tend to benefit Hamilton.
JACOB CLEM
(Farmer and Dealer in and Breeder of Poland-China Hogs and Short-Horn Cattle, Section 15, Post-office, Hamilton).
Every life has a history of its own ; and although in appearance it may seem to possess little to distinguish it from others, yet there are marks and characteristics which give a distinct individuality. A marked activity has been noticeable in the career of Mr. Clem. He was the son of Noah and Magdaline Clem, nee Ridenour, the former a native of Virginia, and was himself born in Allen county, Ind., De- cember 2, 1841. The seventh child and second son of eleven living children, he was brought up to a farm experience, following it in connection with the raising of stock in the State of his birth until coming to Caldwell county, Mo., in October, 1865. From that time to the present his life has been one of energy, close application and steady adherence to his chosen calling. His farm consists of 403 acres of excellent land, well suited to the successful conduct of a stock business. A person would have to go a long way before finding a herd of cattle superior to the twenty-five head of thoroughbred Short- horns which he owns. These embrace representatives from the well known families of Goodness, Daisies, Rubys, Lady Elizabeth, Mistress Mott and others, all of which are registered when over one year old.
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In the breeding of Poland-China hogs much care is given to secure only the best breed to be obtained. These animals are also registered in the American Poland-China Record. At the head of the Short- horns is a Bracelet, Bracelet Duke IV (61,820), sired by Vice Count Oxford VII (49,489). Mr. Clem's judgment in matters per- taining to stock is everywhere recognized for its true worth. Of thor- ough-going habits, his success is natural. He belongs to the A. O. U. W., in which he is a Select Knight. Mr. C.'s wife was formerly Miss Minerva J. Grove, to whom he was married October 26, 1869. She was born in April, 1850, in Caldwell county, and is the mother of six children : Nora E., Nathan M., Robert E., Noah R., Edith and Ira.
J. F. COLBY
(Of the firm of J. F. Colby & Co., Lumber Dealers, Hamilton).
A native of Springfield, Sullivan county, N. H., Mr. Colby was born February 18, 1823. To one acquainted with him it might be readily supposed that he was brought up in New England, for there is something about a person from that portion of the country which is at once known wherever observed. In 1832, or when about 9 years old, he accompanied his parents to Connecticut, and from that State to Rhode Island, where young Colby remained until attaining to man- hood. At the age of 18 he commenced to learn the mercantile and manufacturing business, in one or the other of which he has since been engaged. In 1868 he came to Missouri and settled in this county, soon embarking in the lumber business, which he carried on for some time alone. But at this writing his son, William F. Colby, a young man of recognized business capacity, is associated with him. Their stock is large and complete in all lines and their yard is one of the best appointed on the line of the Hannibal & St Joseph Railroad. They command an extensive trade from a long distance in every direction, and in addition to their lumber interests carry full assortments of building material, hair, lime, plaster, cement, as well as doors, sash, blinds, mouldings, etc., selected to give the best satisfaction to their patrons. Mr. Colby was largely interested in the organization of the Hamilton Coal Company, and in view of his labors in this direction was made president of the company. He has been three times mar- ried, his first wife, formerly Miss Adaline Foskett, of Charlton, Mass., having died in 1862. William F. Folby was the issue of this union. His second marriage was to Miss Caroline Johnson, of Rhode Island nativity, whose death occurred in 1868. In 1870 Mr. C. was mar- ried to Miss Mary Newton, who was born in Bolivar, Allegany county, N. Y. Three children have blessed this union: Alice, Eliza- beth and Emma.
William F. Colby owes his nativity to Rhode Island, where he was born January 23, 1856. He came with his father to Missouri in the year above mentioned, and has since been with him in the business which they are now so successfully conducting. His marriage to Miss Libbie Van Winkle was consummated June 24, 1884. She was born in Ohio.
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WILLIAM C. COLE
(Fruit-grower and Nurseryman, Section 4, Post- office, Hamilton).
To successfully conduct any business it is very evident that one must not only keep thoroughly posted as to advances made in different callings, but it is necessary that additions to the qualities and varieties of various articles should be made. This is as true in fruit-growing and the nursery business as in any other occupation, and it is with pardonable pride that Mr. Cole can point to the progress made in his pursuits since his location here. He owns 100 acres of land a part of which is devoted to the nursery business and the raising of fruit and vegetables, in the latter of which he is unexcelled. His nursery em- braces stock of all varieties adopted to this section and soil, and there is a constant increase of new varieties. Mr. Cole was born in Por- tage county, O., April 14, 1827, and was the son of Jedadiah and Elizabeth Cole, née Noah, the latter a native of Pennsylvania. The father was a Canadian-Frenchman by nativity, his occupation being that of a farmer and carpenter. William was reared upon a farm and in 1849 went to Georgia, in company with a cousin of Mrs. Garfield. He remained in that State for 20 years, at first engaged in grafting fruit trees, but subsequently he turned his attention to the revival of the Revolutionary War claims and real estate transactions. Ten years were devoted to mining and to the mercantile business. Since 1869 Mr. Cole has been a resident of Caldwell county, and he has become well known to the people of this community. His success is steady and sure. November 15, 1853, his marriage to Miss Nancy N. Park was consummated. She was born in Hall county, Ga., and reared in Atlanta, her father being Henry Park. Esq. Their family consists of six children : Asenith, wife of E. H. Hill ; Eva C., now Mrs. M. V. Bray ; William, Perrino, Leticia and Alice.
HON. JAMES COWGILL
(Hamilton).
From the biography of every man there may be gleaned some les- sons of genuine worth ; for here we discover the secret of his suc- cess or failure. In the history of James Cowgill, one of Caldwell county's active and progressive citizens, we find much to commend. He was born in Henry county, Ind., April 2, 1848, and was the son of William and Rhoda (Phillips ) Cowgill, of Kentucky and Virginia nativity respectively. The former was a close applicant to the pur- suits of agriculture, and the son in growing on towards manhood was taught farming as an occupation. This does not mean simply that he learned how to attend to routine duties, but in everything connected with the successful conduct of a successful homestead thoroughly familiarized himself. The approach and subsequent continuance of civil war caused him to lay aside the implements of peace in order to take up the weapons of warfare, and in 1864 he became a member of
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the 9th Indiana infantry. Included in the list of battles in which he took part might be mentioned two of special importance, Franklin and Nashville, besides others of less severity. Upon being mustered out at the close of the war, Mr. Cowgill returned home, continuing to re- main there until 1868, when he was induced to come to Caldwell county, Mo. He at once identified himself with the more advanced farming and stock raising interests of this community, a position which he has continued to occupy since that time, and to what extent may be inferred when the fact is mentioned that he now owns a landed estate of 1,140 acres in Lincoln township. For several years past he has given particular attention to the stock business, with the same success which has characterized his labors in other directions. In 1883, in company with Mr. Robert S. Cash, he engaged in merchan- dising at Hamilton, a relation which has since been sustained. An exhaustive account of the business conducted by this well known estab- lishment has been given in the biography of the career of Mr. Cash, preceding this, and in this connection let it be remarked that all that has been said there relating to the business capacity and popularily of Mr. Cash is equally applicable to Mr. Cowgill. In 1882 he was elected a member of the county court of Caldwell county, and as a judge his course was so marked with diligence, fidelity, fearlessness and integ- rity as to make him a great favorite with the bar. In his intercourse with the world he is outspoken and frank, discountenancing anything of a deceitful nature, unostentatious in manner, but the soul of honor. His public-spiritedness has been manifested on more than one occa- sion. September 22, 1867, Judge Cowgill took to wife Miss Permelia E. Myers, a native of this county. Her father was John Myers, Esq., an efficient and popular ex-sheriff of the county, who was ruth- lessly murdered during the war. The Judge and wife have three children : Leah Effie, Jessie May and Cora F. Politically he is iden- tified with the Democratic party.
JOHN D. COX, JR.
(Farmer and Stock-raiser, Section 1, Post-office, Hamilton).
One of the largest landholders in Caldwell county and a young man not yet 30 years of age, Mr. Cox has attained to a position in the community which one is apt to think belongs only to those older in years and experience. But the success which has thus far attended his course through life is deservedly bestowed, and none regret the circumstances which have tended to bring him forth among the repre- sentative men of Caldwell county. Mr. Cox is a worthy son of the county, having been born here November 10, 1856. His father was numbered with the pioneers of this locality, a man intimately associ- ated with the farming and milling interests of the county in the primi- tive davs of her growth. James Cox was a Virginian by birth, while his wife, whose maiden name was Sallie Brown, came originally from Kentucky. Two children of their family are now living. John D. Cox, while growing up, passed 10 years with his uncle, Dennis Cox, at Kings-
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ton, and there acquired the practical knowledge of farming which proved to be the foundation of those habits of sterling, industrious farm life which have formed a part of his subsequent career. He owns in all over 900 acres of land, beautifully adapted to the various purposes for which it is used. His improvements upon the home place are above the average, and in every particular just suited to the many needs of a characteristic homestead. Mr. Cox is a married man, Miss Jennie Ford having become his wife Jannary 5, 1879. An interest- ing family of two daughters have blessed this union, Nancy and Sallie. Mr. Cox gives considerable attention to the stock business.
WILLIAM H. CRAMBLIT
(Farmer and Stock-raiser, Section 2, Post-office, Hamilton).
Mr. Cramblit, a popular and successful agriculturist of this town- ship, is a native of Guernsey county, O., where he was born January 23, 1833. His father was Andrew Cramblit, who, after reaching man- hood, took to wife Miss Susan Hawley ; they were both born in Ohio, and as enterprising and progressive farmers of that advanced agricul- tural community instilled into their son those principles which have so marked his career in life. When young he was taken to Muskingum county to live with his grandparents, and from that time on for many years he either farmed or gave his attention to milling. In 1881 he left the State of his birth and took up his residence in Mis- souri, settling in Caldwell county, on the place which he now occu- pies. This embraces a landed estate of 200 acres, upon which are substantial improvements and all necessary buildings for the success- ful conduct of a good farm. Mr. C. is a married man, his wife having formerly been Miss Julia A. Honnold, of Muskingum county, O., and a daughter of James Honnold, Esq. Her mother's maiden name was Elizabeth Roof. Their marriage was consummated in 1849 and to them six children have been born : Lida, wife of Rufus Jones ; John J., Andrew P., Willie E., Minnie M. and James W. Mr. Cramblit is a member of the Methodist Church and also belongs to the A. F. and A. M. He was a member of the Federal army during the late war, having enlisted August 20, 1862, in the 114th Ohio volunteer infantry regiment. He took part in the battles of Chickasaw Bayou, Arkan- sas Post, Port Gibson, Champion's Hill, Big Black River Bridge, and the sicges of Vicksburg and Blakely, Ala.
ALBERT GALLATIN DAVIS
(Retired, Hamilton).
Perhaps there is no man living in Caldwell county who is as well acquainted with its history as Albert G. Davis. Certainly there is no man better posted in its affairs from the first, and ever since his settle- ment here his one aim seems to have been an individual desire to do everything in such a manner that this vicinity would be benefited. He it was who laid out the town of Hamilton, and subsequently he
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had charge of the sale of the town lots. For many years he did an extensive real estate business, becoming well known in that capacity, and he was also interested in merchandising, many of the present resi- dents of the county remembering him as one of the early merchants here. Hamilton is especially indebted to him for the part he took in her growth and improvement, for in devious ways he gave to the out- side world a knowledge of the superior advantages afforded to all classes in this community. Mr. Davis is now living on his farm of 80 acres adjoining Hamilton -one of the respected, highly esteemed citizens of the county. He is a native of Missouri, having been born in Howard county, March 12, 1820. His father was Augustus C. Davis, a Virginian by birth, and one of the number who followed Daniel Boone's trail to Missouri, his first settlement being made in Franklin township, Howard county, where he devoted his after life to farming. He was a son of Leonard Davis, the latter a son of Louis Cave Davis, who was one of seven sons that emigrated to the United States from England. ' Five of these were killed during the first and second wars with Great Britain. Augustus Davis departed this life in Howard county, Mo., in June, 1837. His wife, whose maiden name was Elizabeth Colson Holladay, a daughter of Ben Holladay, of Kentucky, and on her maternal side a Hampton, died in 1855. She had borne her husband nine children : Martin H., Augustus Cave, Thomas C., Owen S., Sylvester H., Pleasant I., Albert G., Tolbert J. and Wade Hampton. It was but natural that Albert G. Davis should be taught the rudiments of farm labor in growing up, an occu- pation to which he gave his attention afterwards for many years. His first visit, if such it could be called, to Caldwell county, was as a soldier in the Mormon War, under Gen. John B. Clark, of Howard county ; but in 1838 he returned home. On April 18, 1846, he again came to this county, and has continued to live here, closely identified with all its interest. His wife was formerly Miss Julia A. Penney, a daughter of Rev. Eli Penney. She was born in Anderson county, Ky. To them three children have been born, Mary F., Albert G. and Joseph H. It was in 1855 that Mr. Davis turned his attention from farming to other pursuits in life, and his career from that time on has been noted. His acquaintance extends over a vast territory.
HARRISON L. DEAM (Hamilton).
Harrison L. Deam, a man of no little prominence throughout the entire State of Missouri, and now a respected resident of Hamilton, owes his nativity to Troy, O., where his birth occurred December 29, 1837. He was one of six children born to Abram and Martha (Hamer) Deam, both also of the Buckeye State. The father was a farmer by calling and also the proprietor of a hotel at Troy. Har- rison L. was more than ordinarily well favored with educational opportunities and he did not fail to improve his advantages. He attended school at Fort Wayne, Ind., and took a scientific course of
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study, graduating in 1858. For three years after this he farmed and then entered the army, becoming a member of the 34th Indiana vol- unteers, in which he was first orderly sergeant and then second lieutenant. Subsequently he was promoted to captain, and in two years thereafter to major, winning for himself an honorable reputa- tion as a brave and fearless soldier. He was mustered out in 1866 at Brazos, Santiago, Tex., after having served for 4 years, 5 months and 26 days. Returning to Indiana, Maj. Deam remained there until coming to Missouri in 1867. Here he soon became identified with educational matters as teacher in the public and other schools, and for 16 years continued in the instruction of the young. For one and a half years he served as assistant postmaster at Breekinridge, under J. W. Plumb. In 1877 he associated himself with the A. O. U. W. and served three consecutive terms as master of the lodge. During his administrations from 1879 to 1881 the lodge doubled its numerical strength. In 1880 he was instrumental in having the organization of Select Knights instituted and was made commander. For two years he served as deputy grand master of the A. O. U. W. and deputy grand commander of the Select Knights, or until July 20, 1881. Then he was chosen as grand commander of that order, holding the position for four years, and at the recent session of the Grand Legion at Moberly he was again elected to the same office. During his administration 85 legions have been instituted in Mis- souri. He now devotes his entire time and attention to this order, and the present high standing of the lodge in this State is due largely to the attention and careful oversight which has been given it by Mr. Deam. In 1884 he was married to Miss Elizabeth Bill, of Pennsyl- vania. They have one daughter, Amelia.
ROBT. G. DILDINE
(Dealer in Real Estate, Hamilton).
It was in 1880 that Mr. Dildine came from Livingston county, Mo., to this county, at which time he embarked in the real estate business ; and although his residence here extends over a period of only about five years, so closely has he identified himself with the interests of this community in all matters of improvement, advancement and progress, that one might well consider him a native-born citizen of the county. His birthplace was, however, in Franklin county, O., where he was born September 30, 1845. He was the son of Jesse and Elizabeth J. (Chandler ) Dildine, also both natives of Ohio, and both of Franklin county. The father gave his attention almost wholly to agricultural pursuits. Brought up in the State of his birth, young Dildine received a common school education, acquired largely while assisting his father in the management of the farm. In addition to this he attended the Ohio Wesleyan University at Delaware, O., and after leaving school became engaged in teaching, which he followed for some time. In 1871 he removed to Carrollton, Mo., and interested himself in mer- chandising for four years. Then he gave his attention to farming in
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Grundy county. After living in Livingston county some time he came to this place, as mentioned above. In his present business Mr. Dildine has been very successful. He makes a specialty of lands here and further west and is meeting with a trade which more than fulfills his anticipations of five years ago. His estimable wife was formerly Miss Mary E. McLain, daughter of Henry McLain, Esq., and their mar- riage occurred May 15, 1872. Mrs. Dildine was born in Mt. Vernon, O. One bright little daughter has blessed this union, Jessie. Mr. D. is connected with the A. O. U. W.
HON. B. M. DILLEY
(Attorney-at-law and State Senator, Hamilton).
There is in the development of every successful life a principle which is'a lesson to every man following in its footsteps - a lesson leading to higher and more honorable position than the ordinary. Let a man be industriously ambitious, and honorable in his ambitions, and he will rise, whether having the prestige of family or the obscurity of poverty. We are led to these reflections by a study of the life of the subject of this sketch. Bushrod M. Dilley was born in Licking county, O., November 21, 1843, and was the son of George W. and Mary ( Shacklett ) Dilley, both of whom were Virginians by birth. The father was a prominent merchant and to his son gave an excellent mercantile training. Of the family of five children born to George Dilley and wife, Bushrod was the second. He enjoyed all the facilities of such common schools as that day afforded in Ohio, and later ou entered as a student Parker's Academy and Denison University, of Granville, O. When at school his ambition was not satisfied with anything short of excellence, and he generally stood high in his classes. Some time after leaving school he was engaged in teaching, but determined on a more inde- pendent course he at once entered upon the study of law. Entering the law office of John W. King, of Zanesville, a lawyer of decided ability, he read and studied with him until 1868, when he came to Caldwell county. The next year he was admitted to the bar and since that time has devoted himself to the chosen channels of profes- sional life. As a politician Mr. Dilley stands high and very promising in this section of the State. His first position as office holder was in the capacity of city attorney. In 1879 he was selected to represent this county in the Thirtieth General Assembly. Upon the expiration of his official term which had been characterized by a course remark- able for one of his years, he was made mayor of Hamilton, a position which he resigned in December, 1882, to accept the honor conferred upon him by those who had elected him to the State Senate. At the present time he is the incumbent of that office from Caldwell county. Yet a young man, a broad and inviting field of usefulness opens out before Mr. Dilley, and as a lawyer he has achieved a fair success at the bar. His public career, however, has not interfered with his pleasant home relations. His wife was formerly Miss Corinne L. Har-
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