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Perry J. Binstead, a successful farmer and stockman of Lafayette Township, and the owner of 210 acres of well improved land, is a native of Clinton County. He was born in Atchison Township, Feb. 2, 1864, the son of Emmanuel E. and Ann Elizabeth (Hawkins) Binstead.
Emmanuel E. Binstead was born in England and came to this country in 1852. He settled in Clinton County, where he has been a resident for 70 years. Mr. Binstead is 86 years of age, and is now residing in Concord Township. His wife died Jan. 1, 1917, and is buried at Plattsburg. Mr. and Mrs. Binstead were the parents of eight children, as follows: Wil- liam, living in Platte Township; Kate E. Summerfield, Lafayette Town-
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ship; Perry J., the subject of this sketch; Mrs. Anna Lee Sims, who is superintendent of Clinton County schools; George D., residing in Turney ; Emma S., at home; Samuel J., living in Atchison Township, and Alvin T., at home. There are 100 acres of land in the old Binstead farm, which Emmanuel Binstead purchased for seven dollars per acre. It was then all timber land.
Perry J. Binstead was reared on his father's farm in Clinton County, and received his education in the Victor School in Concord Township, where all of the Binstead children attended. Mr. Binstead has always been a farmer. He has lived on his present farm for the past 35 years, and owns 210 acres of land, located eight miles north of Plattsburg. The farm is well improved, with a modern residence, good barns, and other build- ings. Mr. Binstead raises high grade stock, and has been successful in his work.
On March 26, 1891, Mr. Binstead married Emma Dale, a daughter of George and Caroline (Goosenberger) Dale, both deceased. Mrs. Binstead was born in Coshocton County, Ohio, and came to Clinton County with her parents in 1882. Mrs. Dale was born April 2, 1831, and died in 1915. Her husband died in 1914 at the age of 84 years. They are both buried in Plattsburg. Mr. and Mrs. Dale were the parents of five children, as fol- lows: Anna McKee, Excellsior Springs; Mrs. Binstead; John Dale, King City; Hattie, Lafayette Township, Clinton County; and George Dale, Clinton County. To Perry J. and Emma (Dale) Binstead four children have been born, as follows: Emmett, died at Ft. Riley training camp, Dec. 26, 1917; Georgia Lee, deceased ; Earl and Edwin at home.
Mr. Binstead is a reliable citizen, who is highly esteemed by his fellow citizens in the township, and throughout Clinton County.
James A. Swope, a progressive and enterprising farmer and stock- man of Lafayette Township, and the owner of 368 acres of well improved land, is a native of Lafayette Township. He was born Oct. 29, 1861, the son of John F. and Laura A. (Mann) Swope.
John F. Swope came to Missouri with his father, Jacob Swope, in 1837, and settled in Platte County. Jacob Swope went to California in 1850, and died in 1871. His son, John F. Swope, went to California in 1849, at the age of 17 years. He drove an ox team there, and remained for two years, following mining and prospecting. Mr. Swope then returned to Missouri, where he followed farming and stock raising during the remainder of his life. His farm was located southeast of Hemple, when
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the Hannibal and St. Joseph Railroad was built in 1855. Mr. Swope died in 1887, and his wife Jan. 2, 1897. They were the parents of nine children, as follows: Jacob L., died in 1898; Charles A., deceased; William H., died in 1914; Alice G., deceased, was the wife of Wood F. Standeford; James A., the subject fo this sketch; Annie E., the wife of Walter Randolph, Tacoma, Wash .; Fannie H., the wife of Dr. L. F. Stuart, Stewartsville; Mary C., the wife of J. M. Lewis, Lafayette Township, Clinton County ; and Sallie, died in 1888.
James A. Swope has always lived in Lafayette Township. He received his education in the district schools, after which he engaged in farming and stock raising. Mr. Swope moved to his present farm in 1894, owning at that time 80 acres of land. He now owns 368 acres, all well improved. Mr. Swope is a breeder of high grade stock, and also feeds cattle and hogs extensively. His residence is located ten miles northwest of Plattsburg and six miles south of Stewartsville.
On Feb. 8, 1894, James A. Swope married Mary A. Hoover, a daugh- ter of S. G. and Nannie J. (Miller) Hoover. Mr. Hoover was born in Franklin County, Pa., and came to Missouri in 1870, settling in Concord Township, Clinton County, where he now lives. He is 83 years old. His wife died in March, 1913, and is buried in Walnut Grove Church Cemetery at Plattsburg. To James A. and Mary A. (Hoover) Swope seven children have been born, as follows: Samuel F .; Ralph E., further mention of whom is made below; Nano Ethel; Alice Irene; Mary B., a teacher ; Kathryn E .; and James A., Jr. Ralph E. Swope was inducted into the army during the World War and was sent to Waco, Texas. While on a transport, bound for France, the armistice was signed, and he was returned to this country, and discharged in December, 1918.
Mr. Swope is a member of the Baptist Church and his wife belongs to the Church of the Brethern. Mr. Swope is well known throughout the county for his progressive ideas and he and his family are highly respected citizens.
B. A. Boyer, well known and efficient cashier of the Hemple bank, was born in Buchanan County, March 17, 1894, the son of William H. and Serilda J. (Ozenberger) Boyer.
William H. Boyer was born in Clinton County in 1862, the son of Andrew Boyer, one of Clinton County's pioneer settlers. Frederick Ozen- berger, father of Mrs. William H. Boyer, was born in Switzerland. Mr. and Mrs. Boyer were the parents of ten children, as follows: J. C.,
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Buchanan County; Bessie B .; H. F .; James Walter, deceased; B. A., the subject of this sketch; William P., Buchanan County; J. M., Buchanan County ; Mabel, at home; Paul, at home; and Rhoda, at home. Mr. and Mrs. William Boyer reside on their farm near Easton, Buchanan County. He is a successful stockman, and is widely known.
B. A. Boyer has always lived in Missouri. He attended the public schools of Pleasant Hill and high schools at Easton. At the age of 19 years, Mr. Boyer became connected with the Hemple Bank, as clerk, and in 1915, was promoted to assistant cashier. He has been cashier of the bank since 1917.
On Sept. 18, 1915, Mr. Boyer married Nannie L. Lawless, a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Logan Lawless, natives of Buchanan County. Mr. and Mrs .. Boyer have three children, as follows: Serilda Grace; William H., Jr., and Grant Otis.
Mr. Boyer is a member of the Masonic Lodge, Hemple No. 37. He served as township registrar for Lafayette Township when registration took place during the World War.
The Hemple Bank was organized Aug. 1, 1906, with a capital stock of $10,000.00 Its first officers were: J. U. Thierstein, president; George Marker, vice-president; C. H. Marker, cashier. The directors were: James W. Watson, Thomas Fitzgerald, W. H. Boyer, W. M. Keller, W. M. Grimes, George Marker, and J. U. Thierstein. The present officers of the bank are: Thomas Fitzgerald, president; James W. Watson, vice-presi- dent ; B. A. Boyer, cashier ; and Albert Krofft, assistant cashier. Directors are: Thomas Fitzgerald, James W. Watson, W. M. Grimes, B. F. Slay- baugh, S. E. Kerns, W. H. Boyer, and B. A. Boyer. The Hemple bank owns its building and the lot adjoining on the south. It is one of the progressive banking institutions of northern Missouri.
Albert Krofft, assistant cashier of the Hemple Bank, was born in Lafayette Township, Clinton County, Jan. 18, 1901, the son of C. W. and Louisa J. (Kersey) Krofft. Mr. and Mrs. Krofft reside on a farm one-half mile south of Hemple. C. W. Frofft is a native of Ohio, and his wife was born in DeKalb County, the daughter of John Kersey, a native of Ken- tucky. Mr. and Mrs. Krofft are the parents of two children: Albert and May.
Albert Krofft attended the public schools of Hemple and Stewarts- ville high school. He has been connected with the Hemple Bank since 1917, and is well and favorably known throughout the county.
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Mr. Krofft was married June 14, 1922, to Elizabeth Slaybaugh, a daughter of Cyrus and Lettie (Gillette) Slaybaugh, who resides in Easton.
Harold Brown, popular and capable mayor of Lathrop, is a native of Clinton County. He was born March 22, 1894, on a farm just outside of Lathrop.
Mr. Brown was reared on his father's farm, and attended the grade and high schools of Lathrop. He was also a student in the University of Kansas, at Lawrence. Mr. Brown then became associated with his father and Dr. E. E. Hufft in the serum business. Mr. Brown and Dr. E. E. Hufft are now the owners of the plant which they conduct in part- nership.
In April, 1921, Mr. Brown was elected mayor of Lathrop, which office he now holds. He is a progressive and enterprising young man, and one of the most influential citizens of his community.
On April 7, 1917, Mr. Brown married Anna M. Wolfe, a daughter of William Howard and Susan (McWilliams) Wolfe, natives of Lathrop. To this union two children have been born, as follows: Bonnie Jean, born Jan. 13, 1919; and Mary Katherine, born July 23, 1920.
Mr. Brown is a member of the Masonic Lodge, and also belongs to the Knights of Pythias Lodge, No. 123, of Lathrop. Both he and Mrs. Brown are members of the Christian Church.
Mr. Brown has an extensive acquaintance in Clinton County, and is held in the highest regard by all who know him.
Conrad C. Keller, a leading farmer and stockman of Lafayette Town- ship, is a native of Clinton County. He was born on the farm where he now resides, Nov. 11, 1876, the son of Conrad N. and Marilda (Holmes) Keller.
Conrad N. Keller was born in Gallia County, Ohio, and his wife was born in Scioto County, Ohio. They were married in Ohio and came to Missouri in 1852, settling in Lafayette Township, Clinton County. They landed in St. Joseph, and lived on the farm purchased by them, for over 50 years. Mr. Keller's brother, Lewis N. Keller, also came with them. He later married and settled in Clinton County. Mr. Keller became a prominent farmer and successful stockman, acquiring several hundred acres of land, which were later divided among his children. Keller Ceme- tery is located on the home place, and it is one of the oldest burying spots in Clinton County. Conrad N. Keller died in 1906, at the age of 78 years, and his wife died in 1895. They are both buried in Keller Cemetery. Mr.
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and Mrs. Keller were the parents of nine children, as follows: Mary, deceased, was the wife of Henry Bishop; R. M. Keller, Lafayette Town- ship; Mrs. Candace Sagerser, deceased; W. M., Stewartsville; Lucy, the wife of D. M. Coe, Independence; Ada, the wife of W. B. Wood, St. Joseph ; Ida, the wife of C. L. Divelbiss, Lafayette Township; Maggie, died in 189C, at the age of 16 years; and Conrad C., the subject of this sketch.
Conrad C. Keller was reared on the farm and received his education in the public schools of Clinton County, and he also attended the Chillicothe Normal School. Mr. Keller has always farmed the home place, and owns 160 acres of good far mland, three and one-half miles southeast of Hemple. He has been successful in the breeding of high grade stock. He also feeds cattle, and raises poultry. The Keller farm was all timber land when it was settled by Mr. Keller's father, and a lob cabin was the resi- dence until 1876, when the present house was built. There is a fine well on the property, which was the favorite gathering place in the pioneer days. People came from many miles around to obtain the pure well water, and although the well is but ten feet deep, it seems to be inexhaustable.
In 1901, Mr. Keller married Carrie B. Sherwood, a native of Clinton County. She died in 1909, leaving one daughter, Mildred C. Keller, who now attends Plattsburg high school. Mr. Keller was married the second time in September, 1915, to Mary Frances Cook, a daughter of David and Laura (Everett) Cook, both deceased. Mrs. Keller was graduated from Plattsburg high school in 1908. To Conrad C. and Mary F. (Cook) Keller a son has been born, David C., born Sept. 27, 1918.
Mr. Keller is one of the highly respected and dependable citizens of his township and county.
John W. and Henry A. Totzke, leading farmers and stockmen of Platte Township, who operate the Berry Everett farm of 290 acres, are natives of Missouri. They are the sons of Michael and Carrie (Gross) Totzke.
Michael Totzke was born in Germany, Sept. 15, 1849, and came to America in 1873. While in Germany, he served in the Franco-Prussian War. After coming to this country, Mr. Totzke settled first in Indiana and later in Minnesota. He later came to Missouri, and worked on the James Williams farm in Shoal Township, Clinton County, for three years. Mr. Totzke then rented land in Platte Township, Clinton County, where he was living at the time of his death, June 22, 1894.
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On March 5, 1880, Michael Totzke married Carrie Gross, a daughter of William and Margaret (Boesnecker) Gross, both deceased. Mr. Gross was a prominent stockman of Clinton County for many years. Mr. and Mrs. Gross were the parents of six children, as follows: William, DeKalb County ; John, Platte Township; Henry, Platte Township; Charles, Cam- eron ; George, Osborn; and Mrs. Totzke. To Michael and Carrie (Gross) Totzke six children were born, as follows: Minnie, the wife of J. S. Law- son, Osborn; Vina, the wife of C. B. Henderson, Cameron; Carrie, the wife of A. A. Smart, Cameron; John W. and Henry A., subjects of this sketch ; and Ida, at home.
John and Henry A. Totzke received their education in the public schools of Osborn, and were graduated from high school there. They have followed farming and stock raising since boyhood, and are successful. They are feeders of cattle and Hampshire hogs, mostly registered stock. Messrs. Totzke usually ship six or seven cars of stock annually. They have 100 acres of corn, 60 acres wheat, 70 acres clover, and 60 acres in blue grass. The Totzke farm is four and one-half miles southwest of Osborn, and is among the finest stock farms of the township.
John W. Totzke is a member of the Knights of Pythias of Cameron, and his brother belongs to the Masonic Lodge and the Modern Woodmen of America of Osborn. The Totzke brothers are progressive and enterpris- ing men, and merit the esteem in which they are held by their fellow citizens.
Dr. Charles T. McMurtrey, president of the Farmers Bank of Kidder, registered pharmacist, and the owner of 535 acres of well improved land, is a native of Daviess County. He was born Aug. 20, 1871, the son of John and Caroline (Loyd) McMurtrey.
John McMurtrey was born in Virginia in 1816, and came to Missouri with his parents when he was five years old. His wife was born in Ray County in 1832. John McMurtrey became a prominent farmer and stock- man of Daviess County, living in Sheridan Township. Mr. McMurtrey died in 1880, and his wife died in 1917. She is buried in Kidder Cemetery, and her husband is buried in Daviess County. Dr. Charles T. McMurtrey is the only son now living.
Dr. Charles T. McMurtrey received his education in the Winston high school, and attended St. Joseph Medical College, from which he was gradu- ated in 1895. Dr. McMurtrey also operates a drug store in Kidder. He was one of the organizers of the Farmers Bank of Kidder, which was
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organized in March, 1918. Dr. McMurtrey still owns the home place of 120 acres of land, part of which was deeded to his father by the United States.
On Sept. 3, 1905, Dr. McMurtrey married Nellie F. Nickeson, a native of Elmwood, Ill., and the daughter of John and Elizabeth Nickeson, both deceased.
Dr. McMurtrey served as postmaster of Kidder for six years, during President Wilson's administration. He is a member of the Masonic Lodge, and the Independent Order of Odd Fellows. Dr. McMurtrey is a Democrat, and has been actively identified with Caldwell and Daviess counties all of his life. He is favorably known throughout Caldwell County as a man of enterprise and ability. In Kidder also, he is esteemed as a progressive business man. -
L. A. Belcher, a progressive and enterprising merchant of Braley, is a native of Missouri. He was born Feb. 4, 1862, in Buchanan County, the son of Alexander and Alta Myra (Anderson) Belcher. Alexander Belcher was born in Boone County, the son of John Belcher, a pioneer settler of Buchanan County in 1837. Alexander Belcher was a farmer and car- penter, and also practiced law in Buchanan County. He died in 1890 at the age of 66 years. His wife was a native of Putnam County, Indiana. To Alexander and Alta Myra (Anderson) Belcher the following children were born: L. A., the subject of this sketch; T. J., Liberty; Charles Franklin, Yuba City, Calif .; Alta Myra, the wife of Henry Carpenter, Yuba City, Calif .; Mary Jane, the wife of Nicholas Darrell, Winterset, Iowa; Sarah Adaline, the wife of Richard Atterberry, Oregon; and Nellie Bird Martin, deceased.
L. A. Belcher was reared in Buchanan County, and attended district school No. 6 there. In 1884 he came to Clinton County, where he has since resided. For a great many years Mr. Belcher was engaged in farm- ing and stock raising, first in Lafayette Township, Clinton County, and then 11 years in Platte Township. Seven years were spent in Cameron, and two years ago Mr. Belcher purchased the general merchandise stock at Braley, where he is now located. He has the only store in the town, and has a very good business.
On Oct. 13, 1886, L. A. Belcher married Etna Bryson, a daughter of William B. and Jane Bryson, of Lafayette Township, Clinton County. William B. Bryson was a native of Tennessee, but came to Missouri when a young man, where he married. He died at the age of 45 years, and his
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wife died at 77 years of age. They are buried in Mt. Zion Church Ceme- tery. Mr. and Mrs. Bryson were the parents of the following children: Sidney J., DeKalb County; John R., deceased; Etna, the wife of L. A. Belcher; Polly Ann, the widow of Ambrose Heaten; William J., Clinton County ; George Oliver, Osborn; Lucy, deceased; and Asa P., deceased.
To L. A. and Etna (Bryson) Belcher four children were born, as follows : William Frankling, married Anna Blanchard, Oklahoma City, Okla .; George T., further mention of whom is made below; Sidney Burton, married Lee Sarah Howe, Platte Township, Clinton County; Alta Jane, the wife of Grover G. Coleman, Cameron. Grover Coleman served with the 42nd Division during the World War, and was overseas for seven months, when he was wounded and returned home. George T. Belcher served with the 26th Division during the World War, and was overseas for 14 months. He took part in many important battles and drives, includ- ing St. Mihiel, Verdun, and the Argonne drive. Mr. and Mrs. L. A. Belcher have also reared a niece, Anna Bessie Bryson.
Mr. Belcher is well known in Clinton County, as also is his family, and they are substantial citizens.
Leonard Fry, a successful business business man of Cameron, and member of the firm of Fry and Todd Company, was born near Smithville, in Clay County, Sept. 14, 1878, the son of Thomas J. and Amanda (Sloan) Fry.
Thomas J. Fry was a son of Thomas Fry, one of the earliest settlers of Clay County. Thomas Fry was born in Kentucky and came to Missouri in 1822, locating near Smithville, where he purchased 300 acres of land. Mr. Fry was married before coming to Missouri, and by that marriage he was the father of five children. After the death of his first wife, Mr. Fry married again, and to this union seven children were born. He died in 1888, at the age of 88 years, and is buried in Garner Cemetery. His son, Thomas J. Fry, lived on part of his father's land, and also purchased additional land. He followed farming and stock raising until the time of his death in 1909. His wife died in April, 1879, and both are buried in the Baptist Pleasant Hill Cemetery in Clinton County. Thomas J. and Amanda (Sloan) Fry were the parents of five children, as follows: B. F., Trimble ; W. T., living in San Francisco, Calif .; Perry, farmer, living in Trimble; Mrs. S. S. Halferty, Liberty; and Leonard, the subject of this sketch.
Leonard Fry was reared in Clay and Clinton counties. He received his education in the public schools, and attended Plattsburg College and Mis-
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souri State Normal School at Kirksville. After completing his education, Mr. Fry was associated in business with the Wheeler and Motter Dry Goods Company of St. Joseph, where he remained for nine years. He then en- gaged in the furniture and undertaking business at Holt, purchasing the business of Judge G. T. Ellington. Mr. Fry came to Cameron in 1917, and on June 10, 1922, he went into partnership with Wesley Todd. The Fry and Todd Company is located in the Jarboe building on West Third street, and the building has been remodeled for the needs of this com- pany. They carry a complete line of musical instruments, furniture, and floor coverings. An undertaking establishment is also in connection, Mr. Fry having charge of this branch of the business. He has been a licensed embalmer for 15 years, and is well and favorably known throughout the county. Wesley Todd came to Cameron from Ohio in 1917.
On Sept. 5, 1900, Mr. Fry married Melvina Benton, a daughter of A. D. and Amanda (Gentry) Benton, both deceased. Mrs. Fry was born near Holt, and received her education there. Mr. and Mrs. Fry are the parents of three children, as follows: Corine, a graduate of Cameron high school; Ralph, a student in high school; and Hazel, at home.
Mr. Fry is a member of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows, of Cameron. By his ability and his industry, Mr. Fry has made himself one of the substantial citizens of Cameron, and success in his new business venture is assured.
Dennis Golden, a prominent farmer and stockman of Platte Town- ship, is a native of Clinton County. He was born Oct. 15, 1863, the son of Jerry and Mary (Adams) Golden.
Jerry Golden was born in Ireland and came to the United States when he was 17 years of age. His wife was also born in Ireland and came to this country when she was nine years old, with her parents. They both settled in Kentucky, where they were married. Shortly after their mar- riage Mr. and Mrs. Golden came to Missouri, settling first in Weston. This was before the Civil War. They later moved to Edgerton, where Mr. Golden became overseer for Judge Willis, a large land holder and slave owner. A few years later Mr. Golden moved to Grayson, where he remained for nine years, moving to Platte Township, Clinton County, in 1875. He died in 1877, and his wife died in 1918. They are both buried in Plattsburg. Mr. and Mrs. Golden were the parents of ten children, as follows: Charles, who died in 1912; Kate, the wife of J. H. Cook, Platte Township, Clinton County ; Dennis, the subject of this sketch; John, who
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died in 1919; Morris, Platte Township, Clinton County; Mary, the wife of Louis Lamburg, Kansas City; Josie, the wife of Robert Tuttle, Junction City, Kan .; Agnes, deceased, was the wife of Charles Hales; Ella, de- ceased, was the wife of William Wyatt; and Henorah, the wife of James Flood, Platte Township.
Dennis Golden was reared in Clinton County, and attended school here. With the exception of one year, which he spent in Gentry County, Mr. Golden has always lived in Clinton County. He has owned his home in Platte Township. since 1890, which was formerly the John Harris farm. Mr. Golden owns 110 acres of well improved land, and he has been suc- cessful in the breeding of high grade cattle. He is well known through- out the county.
On Jan. 12, 1898, Dennis Golden married Birdie Cook, a daughter of John and Emmaline (Yates) Cook. Mrs. Golden was born in Gentry County, south of Stanberry. Her father now resides in St. Joseph. Mrs. Cook died in Maysville, in 1919. Mrs. Golden has a brother, Henry Cook, who lives in Maysville. To Dennis and Birdie (Cook) Golden seven chil- dren have been born, as follows: Margaret, the wife of Lee Harned, Mays- ville; Della, the wife of Melvin Kellar, Platte Township, Clinton County ; Thomas, Edward, Dennis, Joseph, and Hubert at home. Mr. and Mrs. Golden have one grand daughter, Leona Harned.
Mr. Golden remembers Platte Township in its pioneer days, when there were no fences or hedges between him home and the town of Osborn. The road ran across the prairie before section lines were established. Railroad land was sold in Clinton County as late as 1879 for ten dollars per acre, and many pioneers who homes were mortgaged, lost their farms and bought new land from the railroad.
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