GILMORE, J.S.—Bear Creek Twp—pg 834. Farmer, section 29, P.O. Brooklyn. Was born in Franklin county, Indiana, October 10, 1838, and came west in 1856, first settling in Minnesota, remaining there but a short time, then came to Brooklyn. He followed various pursuits, such as stage driving, railroading, engineering and the hotel business. He was ever willing to engage in any honorable employment. He has visited many of the Western States, yet found no place more to his liking than Poweshiek county. He was married, in Brooklyn, January 1, 1860, to Miss M.C. Bross, formerly of Sussex county, New Jersey. They have seven children: Frank, C. Fred, Etta, Kiturah, Burtis, Charles and Cora. Lost two infants: Edward and Gracie. Mr. G. owns eighty acres of valuable land, with good comfortable buildings. He also farms 100 acres besides his home place, and is engaged in stock-raising to quite an extent.

GILMAN, L.K.—Bear Creek Twp—pg 834. Proprietor of the Gilman House and restaurant, Brooklyn. Was born in Grafton county, New Hampshire, April 8, 1836, where he was raised and educated. His father (Jonathan) was a farmer, his ancestors being among the first settlers of the New England States. In 1855 the subject of this sketch moved to Illinois, where he resided about ten years; he then came to Clinton, Iowa, where he filled the position of foreman in a planing mill for nine years. In 1874 he came to Brooklyn, where he has since resided. He was married, May 8, 1866, to Miss Dorcas Johnston, of County Monehan, Ireland. Mr. Gilman is a Mason, and Odd Fellow and an Orangeman. He has a conveniently located hotel and restaurant opposite the C., R.I.&P.R.R. depot, and does a thriving business.

GOODENOUGH, S.R.—Bear Creek Twp—pg 834-5. Farmer, section 12, P.O. Brooklyn. Born in Oneida county, New York, on the 22d day of March 1826, and when about two years of age his parents brought him to Chautauqua county, same State, where he spent his time on a farm until he attained his fourteenth year. He then moved to Erie county, Pennsylvanian, where he attained his majority. He was there married, in 1846, to Miss Polly A. Palmer, a native of New York State. In the autumn of 1849 he moved to Dane county, Wisconsin, and resided there until 1851, when he emigrated to the gold fields of California. He there remained until 1855, then returned to Madison, Wisconsin, and resided there until the spring of 1856. He moved on a farm he previously purchased in Grant county, where he lived until 1858, then came to Iowa and settled in Warren township, this county. He resided there until the close of the rebellion. Moved to his present location where he owns a farm of 220 acres of cultivated land. In the summer of 1862 he enlisted in company H, Twenty-eighth Iowa infantry. Was in nearly all the battles the regiment participated in. He was promoted to corporal during his service. His family now consists of six children: James E., Loraine M., Monroe, Charles, Eva Belle and Elvina. They lost one, Freddie.

GOODALE, C.—Bear Creek Twp—pg 835. Farmer and stock-raiser, section 4, P.O. Brooklyn. Was born in Martinsburgh, Lewis county, New York, on the 9^th day of August, 1831, and was there educated and raised to manhood. Followed the pursuit of agriculture since his early youth, and has always given it his entire attention. In 1856 he moved to Whiteside county, Illinois, where he remained until 1865. In the winter of 1858 he visited Davenport, this State, and was married, December 25^th, to Miss Mary A. Lanphere, of Whiteside county. He immediately returned to his home and in 1865, becoming impressed with the idea that Iowa was the land which was destined to become the garden spot of the West, he came to his present location, in the spring of that year, where he owns a valuable farm of 260 acres of well-cultivated land, well stocked. His family consists of four children living: Linus, Emma, Frank and Clark, and he takes great interest in giving them the benefits of a liberal education.

GWIN, ELIAS—Bear Creek Twp—pg 835-6. Dealer in grain, coal, etc., Brooklyn. Was born in Holmes county, Ohio, January 27, 1834. His father, James Gwin, was an agriculturalist in that State. The Gwins were of Scotch and Irish lineage. James Gwin came to Poweshiek county with his family in 1850, being among the early settlers of Bear Creek township. Being among the pioneers they had many of the difficulties to contend with that are incident to the early settlement of a new country, such as long drives, and in those days deep snows were prevalent. Mr. James Gwin died in 1864. Our subject married, September 20, 1857, Miss Elizabeth Flack, of Ohio, Holmes county. By this union they have five children: Edward (deceased), A. F., S.B., Lillian Belle, James E. Mr. Gwin has been in the grain and coal trade since 1874; previous to that time he was engaged in various pursuits, confining his attention principally to farming and the stock trade. He has seen all of Brooklyn’s growth and development. Was the first mail agent between Brooklyn and Montezuma, the county at that time being very sparsely settled and comparatively barren. He is a member of the A.O.U.W. Mr. Gwin’s grandfather, John Gwin, figured quite conspicuously in the Revolutionary War. He enlisted at the age of fourteen years as a drummer boy and was mustered out at its close as drum major. He built the first mill in Holmes county, Ohio, packing the material from Pennsylvania on the backs of mules.

HARDY, Rev. J.B.—Bear Creek Twp—pg 836. Brooklyn. Of Poweshiek’s pioneers there is none deserving of more special notice than the subject of this notice, who was born in Fayette county, Pennsylvania, February 7, 1820. Moved with his parents to Hamilton county, Ohio, in 1824. He attended the common school of his district until he attained the age of seventeen years. In 1841 came to Iowa and commenced his theological studies. July 9, 1842, was licensed to travel under the auspices of the Rock River Conference. At the organization of the conference in Iowa City, in September, 1844, he was ordained, and commenced his missionary labors in what was known as the Clear Creek Mission, which included Poweshiek county. Rev. Hardy held the first religious service held in the county in the spring of 1844, in the log cabin residence of a Mr. Satchel, about four miles south of where the town of Montezuma now stands. The missionary labors in those days were very arduous, the country being so sparsely settled, and the obstacles Mr. Hardy had to contend with can better be imagined than described. He has been a diligent worker of the M.E. Church in this State form 1842 to the present time, his labors being confined to Iowa. He is recognized a one of the stalwarts of that denomination. He was married July 9, 1846, to Miss Emily A. Jamison, daughter of Rev. Milton Jamison, at that time a prominent Methodist divine of Kentucky. By this union they have two daughters: Emma A. (now Mrs. Stafford), Lenora (now Mrs. Kilburn). The Reverend’s labors at present are at Eddyville, Mahaska county, but he still is a resident of Brooklyn. He has a pleasant home, the surroundings of which indicate comfort. He can look back with some degree of satisfaction to the early times and know that he sowed the first seed of Christianity in one of Iowa’s banner counties.

HENRY, B.S.—Bear Creek Twp—pg 836. Of the firm of Parker & Henry, bakers, grocers and confectioners, Brooklyn. Was born in Crawford county, Pennsylvania, January 7, 1859. Was there raised until he attained the age of four years, when he moved with his father, Joseph Henry, in company with the balance of the family, to Poweshiek county, locating in Brooklyn, where B.S. has been raised and educated. Mr. Henry learned the cabinet trade with Messrs. Tanner and Parker, after which he clerked for W.M. Hanky in his dry good for three years. In the spring of 1880 he formed a partnership with G.W. Parker. They operate a bakery, grocery and confectionery, and enjoy a good trade. Mr. Henry is well and popularly known in Brooklyn.

HICKS, B.P.—Bear Creek Twp—pg 837. Proprietor of the Hicks House. Was born in Ontario county, New York, May 4, 1836. His father, Amos Hicks, moved with his family, rthere of eight years, engaged in agricultural pursuits, the family moved to Wayne county, Michigan, where he was raised to manhood and educated. In 1859 he went to Leavenworth, Kansas, and freighted for some years between that point and Denver, Colorado. From 1866 to 1874 was engaged in various pursuits, railroading a portion of the time. In 1874 came to Brooklyn and since that time has been catering to the wants of the traveling public. He keeps a hotel that will compare favorably with any in the town, conveniently located, opposite the C., R.I.&P. depot.

HOLLEY, S.L.—Bear Creek Twp—pg 837. Farmer and stock-raiser, section 20, P.O. Brooklyn. Was born in Jefferson county, New York, in 1839, and there educated and raised to manhood. His occupation has been that of a farmer since his early youth, and he has always been successful in that calling. He was married in 1860 to Miss Ardelia Martin, who died in 1866. He came to this county in 1868, and in 1869 he returned to the scenes of his childhood and was there married that year to Miss Emma Smith of that county, and after a stay of a few months he again came to this county with his bride, and now enjoys the possession of a valuable farm of 320 acres of land. He is engaged in stock-raising to quite an extent. His family consists of two children, living, both of his last union: Fannie Maud and Emery LaMorte. Mr. Holley was elected township treasurer in 1878, and served one year, to the entire satisfaction of his friends and the public. He always takes an active part in the welfare of the schools of his neighborhood.

HOTT, JOHN—Bear Creek Twp—pg 837-8. Car repairer in C., R.I.&P. yard, Brooklyn. Was born in Jefferson county, Ohio, August 3, 1833. Was there raised until he attained the age of ten years, when the family removed to Holmes county Ohio. After a residence in Holmes county for a number of years, the subject of this sketch came to Davenport, where he resided for a time, after which he moved to Marshall county, and resided until 1857, when he came to Brooklyn. He was married in 1860 to Miss Martha Norris. By this union they have three children: Laura, Clara, Ernest. Mr. Hott is a carpenter by trade, but for a number of years has been in the employ of the C., R.I.&P.R.R. yard as car repairer.

JONES, D.F.—Bear Creek Twp—pg 838. Contractor and builder, Brooklyn; son of Uriah Jones of Madison township, Poweshiek county. Was born in Indiana, March 13, 1851. Came to Iowa with his parents when quite young. The family resided for a time in Linn county, after which they removed to Poweshiek where the subject of this sketch was raised and partially educated. D.F. attended the schools in Madison township until 1871, when he attended, for a time, the Brooklyn school, after which he attended the university at Iowa City. Went west in 1873, and learned the trade he now pursues in Nevada. In 1875 returned to Iowa, and was engaged for a time in the lumber trade at Blairstown. Came to Brooklyn in the spring of ’77. Was married May 30, 1876, to Miss Emma Irene Sherman, of Iowa county. Their family consists of two children: Ethel Irene, Raymond Sherman. Himself and family are members of the Episcopal Church, and are among its liberal patrons and supporters. He is recognized as one of the leading contractors and builders of the town.

LANTZ, J.W.—Bear Creek Twp—pg 838. Agriculturist and nurseryman, Brooklyn. Was born in LaFayette, Sussex county, New Jersey, August 26, 1838. Was there raised and educated. His father, Peter Lantz, was an agriculturalist in that State. The Lantz’s were of German ancestry. The subject of this notice came to Brooklyn in 1857, at that time a small station on the State road, and has been a resident since with the exception of his term in the service. Mr. Lantz enlisted in August, 1862, in company H, Twenty-eighth Iowa volunteers, participating in many of the notable events of the Rebellion, among which were Vicksburg and Youngstown. He was honorably discharged in July, 1865, at the close of the Rebellion. He was married February 27, 1868, to Miss Caroline Newkirk, of Brooklyn. By this union they have four children: Edith, Viola, Elmer, Alburti. Mr. Lantz is a member of the B.V. Union, is an Odd Fellow, and belongs to the A.O.U.W. Himself and family are closely identified with the M.E. Church.

LEWIS, L.P.—Bear Creek Twp—pg 838-9. Farmer and stock-raiser, section 34, P.O. Brooklyn. Was born in Genesee county, New York; and in 1828 his parents moved to Morrow county, Ohio, when he was about seven years of age; there his mother died in 1835, and her death cast a gloom over his father’s household. The subject of this sketch spent most of his time in acquiring an education and helping his father on the farm during his residence there. In 1842 he moved with his father to Knox county, Illinois, where he finished his education. In 1863 he offered his services as a soldier, was not accepted on account of disability; but was appointed enrolling-master by the government, which office he retained until the close of the war. He was appointed postmaster at Truro, Knox county, in 1858, which office he held until 1863, when he resigned. He was married in 1849 to Miss Phebe Palmer, of Knox county. In 1869 he became impressed with the idea that Poweshiek county offered superior inducements to men of energy, and so came here in the spring of 1866, after having spent one year in Iowa City. His success in life has been very marked, as he began business for himself in very limited means, and through his habits of continual industry and careful management, now enjoys the possession of a valuable farm of one hundred and sixty acres of land. Is also engaged in stock-raising to quite an extent, and owns a farm of eighty acres in Cerro Gordo county, this State, and a wagon manufactory in Brooklyn. His hospitality is worthy of special mention as his latch-string is always out to the traveling public. He always takes a warm interest in the welfare of the county, and is always willing to lend his influence to all commendable enterprises. His family consists of five children living: Amanda (now Mrs. A.C. Palmer of Fillmore county, Nebraska), Lawrence P. (now in Nebraska), Ella S. (now Mrs. E.M. Palmer of Phelps county, Nebraska), Emma W. (who resides with him and is a graduate of Grinnell College), and Etta A. (also a graduate), and in fact all his children have received a liberal education. Many schools in his neighborhood owe to him their existence and prosperity. He has held many offices of home interests and always to the entire satisfaction of the public.

McARA, M.—Bear Creek Twp—pg 839. Stock dealer, Brooklyn. Was born in Schenectady county, New York, December 16, 1836. Moved with his father, James McAra, inn 1841, to Herkimer county where he resided until 1855. In that year he went to California where he resided until 1867, engaged principally in mining. During the Rebellion he belonged to the State militia of California, and was on duty for several months. In 1867 he came to Brooklyn and engaged in the stock business, which he has continuously pursued since that time, with a considerable degree of success. Mr. McAra is a Royal Arch Mason.

McCABE, Rev. P.J.—Bear Creek Twp—pg 839-40. Pastor of St. Patrick’s Church of Brooklyn. Was born in County Caven, Ireland, March 26, 1830, was there raised and educated; he finished his classical course in Ballymaceugh, in 1848, and entered "All Hallows Foreign Theological Missionary College at Dublin," and completed his theological course in 1852, and was ordained by Cardinal Cullen, Archbishop of Dublin. The same year he was affiliated to the diocese of Dubuque, Iowa, where he remained about ten years. Has been in Brooklyn for the past seven years.

McDONALD, JOSEPH—Bear Creek Twp—pg 840. Farmer and stock-raiser, section 1, P.O. Brooklyn. Was born in Henry county, Indiana, June 12, 1824. His parents brought him to Indiana county, Pennsylvania, when a mere infant. There his father died in 1827. He soon returned to Henry county, Indiana, with his mother, and was bound out when about five years of age to a farmer. He remained in Indiana until the spring of 1856, when he moved to his present location where he owns a farm of 122 acres, and has succeeded in converting the then wild prairie into a productive farm. He experienced many privations here in an early day which are attendant upon the early settlement of a country. He was twice married; first, to Miss Lydia M. Painter, in December, 1846. She was a native of Virginia. She died in 1861, leaving a family of five children: Mary Jane, Catharine, Martha Ann, Nancy Ellen and Manda A. They lost one. He was again married November 2, 1862, to Miss Elizabeth C. Foulke, a native of Lancaster, Pennsylvania. From this union they have two children living: John Embury and Maggie L.

McFARLAND, W.M.—Bear Creek Twp—pg 840. Of the firm of McFarland & Martin, attorneys and counselors at law, Brooklyn. Was born near Mt. Vernon, Indiana, April 1, 1848. His father, S. McFarland, was an agriculturalist in that State. He came to Iowa in 1855 with his family, among whom was W.M. Located in Van Buren county, where he resided until 1864, when he moved to Henry county, residing there until the time of his demise in 1873. The subject of this notice commenced his studies at the Wesleyan University, of Mt. Pleasant. Was admitted to the bar at Placerville, California, in 1874. Graduated at the Iowa State University. Was married April 9, 1879, to Miss Florence Conaway, of Brooklyn, daughter of Dr. John Conaway. By this union they have one daughter. Mr. McFarland is a Master Mason, and a member of the I.O.O.F.

McVEY, W.A.—Bear Creek Twp—pg 840. Carriage, wagon-making and general blacksmithing, Brooklyn. Was born in Elizabethtown, Indiana, July 6, 1846. Came to Iowa with his parents in 1853, his father, J.O. McVey, locating at Montezuma. The family afterwards removed to Deep River township, where W.A. learned the trade he now pursues. He was married in 1871, to Miss Carrie Salter, of Poweshiek county, formerly of Moline, Illinois. By this union they have a family of four children: Francis, Fredrick H., William, Charlie. Mr. McVey commenced business in Brooklyn in 1872. He has a conveniently located shop, and being well and popularly known, does a large and lucrative business.

MANATT, WILLIAM—Bear Creek Twp—pg 841. Capitalist. Was born in Washington county, Pennsylvania, July 14, 1823. Moved at an early age to Holmes county, Ohio, where his father, Robert Manatt, engaged in agricultural pursuits, and resided until 1846, and where William was raised and educated. In 1846 the family came to Poweshiek county, locating where Brooklyn now stands. At that time the State road was laid out, but had not been traveled to any extent. The Manatts were among the first settlers of the county, and had many of the difficulties to contend with which are incident to the settlement of a new country. The deep snows that prevailed in those days made it an arduous task to obtain the necessaries of life, they having to be drawn long distances. The subject of this notice owned the land upon which the town proper of Brooklyn stands, and erected a number of fine business houses and residences. Mr. Manatt is the third oldest settler in the town. He has been twice married; first, to Mary Ann Carpenter, October 4, 1845. By this union he had two children: Wesley, Sarah Massey (now Mrs. Shortley). Mrs. Manatt died November 9, 1854. Was married the second time October 1, 1863, to Roxann Shrimplin. By the latter union they have three children: Lolla, Nellie and Tresa.

MANATT, THOMAS—Bear Creek Twp—pg 841. Of the firm of Manatt & Drake Bros., dealers in shelf and heavy hardware, Brooklyn. Was born in Holmes county, Ohio, July 10, 1830, was there raised and educated; came to Iowa with his parents in 1847, the family locating in Washington county, where they resided until 1849, when they removed to Poweshiek county. Being among the first settlers of Bear Creek township, they experienced many of the trials incident to frontier life. The subject of this sketch, in company with his brother, William, got out the logs and drew them for the first house in Brooklyn; the building has been reconstructed and still stands on the corner of Broadway and Des Moines Streets. Mr. Manatt is a large real estate owner, and during his long sojourn in Bear Creek township, has made a specialty of farming; in 1877 he embarked in the hardware business in company with Drake Brothers; his son, R.F. Manatt, an enterprising young business man, takes care of this branch of trade. He was married in 1855, to Miss Clarrissa Winchester, of Iowa, formerly of New York; by this union they had seven children, six of whom are living: Robert Francis, Sarah C., Ida A., Effie G., Thomas Dellison (deceased), Laura O. and Bertie P.

MARTIN, IRA T.—Bear Creek Twp—pg 841-2. Of the firm of McFarland & Martin, Brooklyn. Was born in Racine, Wisconsin, April 18, 1848, was there raised and partially educated; came to Iowa in 1861, locating in Linn county. Attended the Western College, at Western, Iowa, the seasons of 1862 and ’63. In September, 1863, he tendered his services to the Union cause, enlisting in company B, Ninth Iowa; participated in many of the leading battles among which were, Grand Prairie, Searcy, Arkansas and others; was wounded at Searcy; was honorably discharged in April, 1866. He was married July 2, 1876, to Miss Jennie M. Ray, of Malcom, Iowa. By this union they have one son, Herbert S. Mr. Martin has practiced his profession in Brooklyn since 1871.

MILLAR, W.G.—Bear Creek Twp—pg 842. Dentist, Brooklyn. Was born near Kingston, Ontario, May 10, 1841, was raised to manhood and educated in his native country. His father (Harvey Millar) was a lumber dealer. The Millars were of English lineage. In 1863 the family moved to Michigan, residing there one year, after which they came to Poweshiek county, locating in Bear Creek township, where they engaged in agricultural pursuits and still reside. The subject of this sketch resided in Cedar Falls, Iowa, in 1873 and returned to Brooklyn in 1874, where he has since resided. He learned his profession in Brooklyn, and is well and popularly known throughout this section as one of the leading dentists, commanding a large and lucrative practice. He was married August 25, 1867, to Miss Emily M. Flagler, of Michigan, formerly of New York; by his union they have one child, Jennie May. Mr. Millar and family are closely identified with the M.E. Church.

MOUSLEY, J.E.—Bear Creek Twp—pg 842. Foreman in the C., R.I.&P.R.R. round-house, Brooklyn. Was born in the State of New York, November 5, 1835. His father (John Mousley) was a lumber and coal dealer in that State; the family are of English lineage. In 1855 Mr. Mousley conceived the idea that the West offered superior inducements for enterprising young men, so that year he came to Davenport and engaged with the C., R.I.&P.R.R., at that time the Mississippi and Missouri Railroad, in the employ of which company he has been since that time. He was married December 27, 1859, to Miss Jane E. Bush, of Pennsylvania; they have a family of four boys: Frank, William, Eddie and George. In 1864 he tendered his services to his country, enlisting in the capacity of an engineer, was engaged during his stay in the service on the Memphis and Charleston Railroad transferring troops, and was honorably discharged the same year of his enlistment on account of sickness contracted while discharging his duty. Mr. Mousley is a Mason and a member of the A.O.U.W. He is one of the pioneers on the C.R.I.&P.; commencing as fireman, he has, by industry and attention to business, placed himself among its most worthy and trusted employees.

NEBEL, MICHAEL—Bear Creek Twp—pg 842-3. Boot and shoemaker, Brooklyn. Was born in Bavaria, August 12, 1827, where he was raised, educated and learned his trade. His father (Michael, Sr.) was a farmer in that country. Our subject came to America in 1852, locating for a time in New York, and then went to Cleveland, Ohio, residing there one year, when he moved to Wayne county, that State. In January, 1859, he came to Poweshiek county and located at Montezuma, engaging in the boot and shoe trade, which he conducted a number of years successfully. In 1870 he came to Brooklyn, where he has since resided, and is the oldest resident boot and shoemaker in the town. Mr. N. is a Mason, also, an Odd Fellow.

NEFF, SILAS C.—Bear Creek Twp—pg 843. Tinner, Brooklyn. Was born in Rogersville, Tuscarawas county, Ohio, November 23, 1839, where he was raised and educated. His father (Frederick) was a shoemaker. The Neffs were of Swiss lineage. The subject of this sketch came to Brooklyn in 1857, at that time a small village, and has since resided here with the exception of the time he spent in the army. He enlisted in August, 1862, in company D, Fifty-second Ohio volunteer infantry; participated in the engagement of Chicamaugua, and many other notable battles of the rebellion; was honorably discharged in June, 1865. He was married in June, 1866, to Miss Emma J. Bross, of Poweshiek county. By this union they have six children: Grace, Ralph, Noel, Leslie, Cora and Edith. Mr. Neff is one of Brooklyn’s early settlers, and has seen most of its growth. He manufactured the first tinware in the town, using a cooking stove as a heater. He is closely identified with the Baptist Church, and has been its clerk for the past three years; is a member of the Brooklyn Veteran Union, also, an Odd Fellow.

NELK, C.—Bear Creek Twp—pg 843. Dealer in groceries and provisions, Brooklyn. Was born in Hessen, Germany, August 30, 1839, where he was raised and educated; came to America in 1859 and located at Oquwaka, Illinois, where he resided thirteen years, with the exception of time he spent in the army; he then came to Brooklyn, where he has since resided. In 1862 he enlisted in company G, Eighty-fourth Illinois infantry; participated in many of the notable events of the war, among which are: Chattanooga, Perryville and others; he was honorably discharged June 27, 1865. Mr. N. has been twice married, his first wife being Miss Caroline Willhelm, of Germany, whom he married in 1866, and by whom he had three children: Charles, Julius and Annie. His first wife died in 1874. His second wife was Miss Huldah Cunningham, of this county, formerly of Illinois, whom he married in 1875, and by whom he has three children: Carrie, Willie and Lewis. Mr. N. is an Odd Fellow, also, a member of the Brooklyn Veteran Union. He keeps a choice line of staple and fancy groceries.

ODELL, ELZIE B.—Bear Creek Twp—pg 843-4. Of the firm of Olcott & Odell, dealers in grocers and provisions, Brooklyn. This enterprising young business man was born in Hartland, Huron county, Ohio, July 11, 1858; came West with his father (Charles) at the age of ten years. The family located in Brooklyn, where they have since resided. Our subject was raised and educated in Brooklyn, and is well and popularly known. In 1875 he turned his attention to railroading, which work he pursued for about two years, after which he clerked in several of the mercantile houses of the town; was in the employ of H.K. Graham for two years. In the spring of 1880, in company with Mr. Olcott, he engaged in the grocery business. He is a young man of sterling business qualifications, and is destined to be among Brooklyn’s prominent and successful merchants.

ODELL, CHARLES W.—Bear Creek Twp—pg 844. Brooklyn. Was born in Wayne county, New York, February 11, 1828; moved to Ohio with his parents when five years old, where he was raised, educated and resided until 1863, when he moved to Indiana, where he resided seven years, and then came to Iowa. He was married March 1, 1849, to Miss Liza Lathrop, of Ohio. They have three children: A.C., E.V.[misprint? E.B.] and Desoline (now Mrs. Olcott). Mr. Odell has retired from active business.

OLCUTT, B.F.—Bear Creek Twp—pg 844. Of the firm of Olcott & Odell, groceries and provisions. The subject of this sketch was born in Huron county, Ohio, February 28, 1845; was there raised and educated. His father, Ben Olcutt, was an agriculturist in that county. The Ollcotts are of English lineage. In 1864 Mr. Olcott, with that spirit of patriotism which is characteristic of his native State, tendered his services to his country, enlisting in company I, Tenth Michigan volunteer infantry, participating in many of the notable events of the war, among which were Goldsboro, Buzzard’s Roost, Black River, Bentonville and others; was with General Sherman in his famous march to the sea. His regiment marched from Raleigh, N.C., to Richmond, on a wager of $2000, preparatory to attend the grand review at Washington, D.C.; they accomplished the feat in the stipulated time, five days, and secured the prize. He was honorably discharged at the close of the rebellion, in July, 1865, at Louisville, Kentucky. He returned to his home in Ohio where he resided until 1868, when he came to Brooklyn. Was married February 18, 1868, to Miss Desoline Odell, of Huron county, Ohio; by this union they have three children: Louanna, Ben Wade, Liza Bell. After a residence in Brooklyn of eight years he returned to Ohio where he engaged in agricultural pursuits for three years, after which he returned to Brooklyn, and in the spring of 1880 embarked in the grocery and provision trade in company with Mr. Odell.

OWEN, L.J.—Bear Creek Twp—pg 844-5. Brooklyn. Was born in Sullivan county, New York, October 3, 1834; was there raised until he attained the age of fourteen years. The Owens are of English and Irish lineage. From 1848 to 1864 L.J. Resided in Wayne and Luzerne counties, Pennsylvania, engaged in various pursuits such as farming, saw-mill work and engineering. In June, 1864, he enlisted in company E, One hundred and Seventh Pennsylvania volunteer infantry, participating in many interesting skirmishes of the late war, he was honorably July 13, 1865, and returned to his home. In 1866 he came to Iowa locating in Poweshiek county; he resided for a number of years in Warren township, following the position of engineer in a saw-mill; came to Brooklyn in 1872 where he has since been a resident. He was married October 10, 1858, to Miss Mary L. Parker of New York; by this union they have five children: Alonza Eugene, William Walter, Clarence Everton, Phoebe Ivarena, Elmer Jackson. Mr. Owen is a member of the A.O.U.W., and the Brooklyn Veteran Union. He has been the trusty engineer in the steam flour mill for several years.