ADAMS, CHARLES G.—Jackson Twp.— pg 639. Was born October 9, 1825, in Greene county Tennessee. In 1831 removed with his parents to Indiana, and settled in Johnson county. In 1837 removed to Brown county. Was brought up on a farm, or rather making a farm in the beech woods of Indiana. Had but limited means of obtaining an education, only such as was afforded at the log cabin school-house presided over by the "Hoosier School Master." In the spring of 1844 got a situation as clerk in a store, and remained there two years. In 1846, when war was declared with Mexico, enlisted in what was afterward company E, Third Indiana volunteers. Soon after entering the service contracted disease from which he has never recovered. Was discharged the same year, at camp Belknap, Rio Grande, Texas, for disability. In the fall of 1848, in company with two of his comrades, Joseph Rubertson and Theodore Whitney, came to Iowa on a prospecting tour, located a land warrant in township 80, range 17, Jasper county. Returned to Indiana, and on the 22d of February, 1849, was married to Miss Sarah Fusselman, a native of Richland county, Ohio. In April of the same year left Indiana for Iowa, intending to settle on his land, but owing to adverse circumstances did not reach Iowa until late in the fall of 1850. Settled in, and has been a resident of, Poweshiek county ever since. Shared with other early settlers the privations and hardships of frontier life during the rainy season of 1851. Lived for weeks without bread, only such as was made of corn meal, beat in a mortar. In 1852 was elected Clerk of the District Court, being the second person to hold that office from the organization of the county in 1848. Served until 1856, two terms. There being but little business in the office and the emoluments being light, in order to make a living, worked all the time not employed in the office at carpentering and clerking in a store, etc. Has a family of three children: Jennie (the oldest, now Mrs. J.T. Enser), Charles G. and Emma.

BABB, JOSEPH—Jackson Twp.—pg 640. Farmer, section 23, P.O. Montezuma. Was born in Belmont county, Ohio, November 9, 1826, and when twelve years of age, removed to Illinois, where he was engaged in farming until the spring of 1850. He then went to California and commenced farming, which he followed until 1852, and then returned to Illinois, remaining until 1855. He moved to Minnesota and followed farming until 1865, at which time he again returned to Illinois and in the winter of 1869 came to this county, where he now owns a good farm of 319 acres. He was married on the 16^th of June, 1853, to Miss Nancy J. Marple. Their family consists of six children: Milfred F., Mary J., George W., Harvey, Della, and Cynthia. During the late war Mr. Babb enlisted in 1864, in the Fourth Minnesota infantry, and served until the close of the war, when he was mustered out at Louisville, Kentucky.

BAIR, J.A.—Jackson Twp.—pg 640. Proprietor of restaurant, Montezuma. Was born in Iowa county, this State, on the 4^th day of October, 1852, and received his education at Mount Vernon. On the 1^st day of May, 1880, he changed his residence to Poweshiek county, and is now engaged in the confectionery and restaurant business. April 13, 1880, he was married in Montezuma to Miss Lizzie McCadam.

BALLARD, A.W.—Jackson Twp.—pg 640-1. Attorney at law. The subject of this sketch was born in Highland county, Ohio, June 13, 1834. He came with his parents to Jefferson county, Iowa, in June, 1845. The following August, his father, Wm. Ballard, though not yet a legal voter, was nominated by the Whigs of Jefferson county for Representative to the Legislature, and in that, their strong Democratic county, was defeated by a small majority. In November, 1846, they removed to Oskaloosa, Mahaska county, then a small village, at what was then called the narrows. Here young Ballard was reared and received his education in the private schools of the place. When a mere boy, had the honor of bringing the poll-books and tickets for the first election in this city. At that time Nathan Brown was understood to be the Whig party of this county and R.B. Ogden the Democratic party. He delivered the tickets to the respective political parties. While in Oskaloosa he held the position of Deputy Treasurer under Blackburn, and Deputy Clerk under Judge M.T. Williams. While holding this position he spent his pare time reading law with Judge Crookham, and was admitted to the bar in 1858. He then came to Montezuma, hung out his shingle and commenced the practice of law, his chosen profession. He is now the oldest attorney in practice in the county. He was married in Oskaloosa to Miss Eliza A. Fletcher, January 27, 1856. Mrs. B. is also a native of Highland county, Ohio. Their family consists of two sons: Wm. L. and Burton, and two daughters: Emma J. (now Mrs. S.H. Cox) and Sarah E. Under the call of President Lincoln, in 1862, for more soldiers, B. enlisted as a private soldier in company B, Fortieth Iowa. Was elected sergeant, and on the organization of the regiment was appointed by Col. Garrett sergeant-major of the regiment, in which position he served with credit until 1864, when he accepted an appointment under General Steele to recruit for the colored service. He entered upon this duty with others, recruited and mustered into service the One Hundredth and Twelfth U.S. colored infantry, he being appointed and mustered in as captain of company B, under Colonel Whipple. At the surrender of the rebel General Lee, General J.J. Reynolds appointed him Provost-marshal and Superintendent of Freedmen, for the district composed of Polk and Linn counties, of Arkansas, Red River and Bowie counties, Texas, and the Choctaw Nation, headquarters at Paraclifta, Arkansas. In this capacity he served until March 1, 1867, receiving the surrender of the rebel force in that section. Appointed civil officer and re-organized the civil government; was at his own request relieved from duty and mustered out March 1, 1867, when he returned to his home and business at Montezuma. His muster-roll into service shows him to be six feet two and a half inches in height—profession, a lawyer. He is orthodox in religion and Republican in politics. On resuming business he was the first to propose to incorporate the town of Montezuma. Was the first mayor, and re-elected. Was again mayor in 1879. Was an active promoter in the movement to build the G. & M. R.R. Was secretary of the company and resigned on completion of the road.

BERNARD, W.H.—Jackson Twp.—pg 641. Farmer, section 9, P.O. Montezuma. A native of Highland county, Ohio. Born June 7, 1840, and when young commenced farming. In the fall of 1860 he came to this county and engaged in his previous calling, and is now the owner of 240 acres of improved land. During the war he enlisted, in the spring of 1861, in company H, Third Iowa Infantry, and served until May, 1865, when he was mustered out. His marriage was in this county January 7, 1871, to Miss Alice Bowman. Their family consists of three children: Lena, Anna and Vema.

BLAIN, JOHN—Jackson Twp.—pg 641-2. Farmer, section 22, P.O. Montezuma. Was born October 19, 1840, in Burlington, this State, and remained there until five years of age, when with his parents he moved to Johnson county. He was raised on a farm and has followed that occupation through life. In the spring of 1869, he came to this county, and now owns 160 acres of land. He was married on the 29^th of December, 1864, to Miss A.E.Baines. They have a family of eight children: Helen A., David C., Clyde M. Frederick C., Clara, Elmer, and two infants.

BOYDSTON, Lon. H.—Jackson Twp.—pg 642. Editor of the Poweshiek Democrat. Was born in Mt. Morris, Greene county, Penn., on the 13^th day of April, 1849. During the fall of 1854 he with his parents moved to Oskaloosa; two years later (1856) removed to Knoxville. Here Lon. Grew to manhood, receiving the advantage of a good education. When eighteen years of age he went in the Journal office at Knoxville, and there served three years apprenticeship. He continued in Knoxville until 1872; he then went to Fairmount, Fillmore county, Nebraska, and there established the Fairmount Bulletin, which paper he managed but a short time, when he sold out and came to Montezuma. In June, 1874, he bought and published the Casey Clarion, which paper he edited until December 11, 1875. He then bought a half interest in the Oskaloosa Standard, and in February, 1876, sold his interest. In February, 1877, he established the Poweshiek Democrat, the only Democratic paper of Poweshiek county. It is a live paper and receives a liberal share of patronage. He was married in Montezuma October 31, 1872, to Miss Mary E. McCormick. She is a native of Wheeling, West Virginia.

BRYAN, ALBERT—Jackson Twp.—pg 642. Farmer and stock-raiser, section 23, P.O. Montezuma. Was born in Greene county, Ohio, July 29, 1815, and when young engaged in farming, which he continued until the spring of 1835, and then went to Indiana. There he learned the carpenter’s trade, which he followed until the spring of 1840, and then went to Mt. Pleasant, Henry county, this State, resumed his former occupation, and in 1855 came to this county. Owns a fine farm of 80 acres, and his ground are ornamented with shade trees. He was married in Jefferson county, Iowa, November 12, 1858, to Miss Ann Parker. They have five children: Oliver, William M., Sarah E., Alice E., and Joseph T.

BRYAN, NERI—Jackson Twp.—pg 642-3. Proprietor of brick-yard, section 14, P.O. Montezuma. Was born in the State of Ohio, March 11, 1820, and after receiving his education engaged in farming, and followed that until February, 1846, when he went to Jefferson county, Iowa. He there engaged in agricultural pursuits, and in the winter of 1849 he came to this county, which has since been his home. In 1850 he commenced brick-making, and was the first man in this business in the county. His brick-yard is one of the best in the county and he now makes 12,000 bricks a day. Mr. Bryan has been twice married. First, in Ohio, May 20, 1840, to Miss Sarah Mendenhall. She died in March, 1867, leaving seven children, four of whom are now living: Alanson, William A., James H. and Elma I. Three are deceased: Silas, Thomas P. and John M. His second marriage was to Margaret H. Kirk, on the 25^th day of August, 1869. She died November 21, 1877, leaving three children: Charlie D., Lucy R. and Mary E. Mr. B. was one of the pioneers of this county, and has seen many hardships, such as now would seem almost unendurable.

BRYAN, B.—Jackson Twp.—pg 643. Farmer and stock-dealer, section 6, P.O. Montezuma. Was born in Ohio, February 28, 1834, and when fifteen years of age he removed to Mahaska county, this State, and there commenced farming. He remained there until the spring of 1855, when he came to Poweshiek county, and has since resided here, following farming and stock-dealing. He is the owner of 182 acres of improved land, and also owns 240 acres in Shelby county, this State, and 160 in Missouri. He is situated one mile northeast of Montezuma, and has a good location. He was married in Mahaska county, this state, April 14, 1855, to Miss Margaret A. Victor. They have four children living: Sarah E., Elliott M., John B. and William A. Lost one, Mary E. Mr. B. has an orchard of 125 trees, and also a walnut grove of 400 young trees.

BRYAN, J.M.—Jackson Twp.—pg 643. Farmer, section 6, P.O. Montezuma. Is a native of Ohio; born August 10, 1829, and after leaving school commenced farming, which he continued until 1849. He then came to this county, resumed his former occupation, and now owns a farm of 320 acres. His marriage was in 1851, to Miss Tacy J. Smith. They are the parents of fifteen children, thirteen of whom are living: Dennis J., William T., Annetta, James M., Lavina E., Elmer E., Ida M., Nellie G., Cora B., Ferdinand, Lillie J., John W. and Leonard. Two are deceased: Sarah G. and Arthur.

BUHMANN, J.F.—Jackson Twp.—pg 643. Grocer and proprietor of bakery, Montezuma. Was born in Germany, December 7, 1835, and after receiving his education he became engaged in the dry good and grocery business. He continued this for seven years, and then learned the cigarmaker’s trade. In 1867 he immigrated to America, landing in New York, and from there came to this State, first settling in Davenport. There continued his trade until 1871, when he commenced farming, and in 1872 engaged in the hotel business. He resided in Davenport until January, 1878, when he came to his county and engaged in his business. By strict integrity and close attention to business he has built up a good trade. He was united in marriage April 27, 1870, at Davenport, to Miss Margaret Quickenstedt. They are the parents of four children: Paulina, Henry, William M. and Herman. Mr. B. also owns a fine farm of 245 acres, situated on section 2. It is well supplied with water and is one of the best stock farms in the county.

BURTON, P.D.—Jackson Twp.—pg 643-4. Clerk of the courts. Was born in Pike county, Ohio, September 24, 1840. When nine years of age he, with his parents, moved to Austinburg, Ashtabula county, same State. Here young Burton received all the advantages of a good school education. He commenced as when quite young, to make his own way in the world. He commenced as clerk in a store, where he continued until the breaking out of the Rebellion, when he enlisted in the Fourteenth Ohio battery, in August, 1861, and was mustered out September 24, 1863. Mr. B. was engaged in the following battles: Shiloh, Fort Donelson, Siege of Cornith, and numerous skirmishes. On his return from the army he came to Iowa, but remained only a short time, when he returned to his native State. In 1865 he again came westward and located in Grinnell township on a farm, where he has since made his home, and has 108 acres of Poweshiek’s best land in his possession, finely improved. In 1876 he was elected by his friends to the office of Clerk of the Courts and re-elected in 1878, and has filled the office with honor to himself and satisfaction to his constituents. He is characterized as a man of industry, and is governed by the most rigid principles of honesty and integrity. He was married in Lake county, Ohio, on February 5, 1867, to Miss Ruby Merriman, a native of that county. Their family circle are: Frank, Arthur, Kate and Grace.

CARR, Capt. J.W.—Jackson Twp—pg 644-5. Attorney at law. This gentleman is a native of Logan county, Illinois. Was born April 26, 1839. At the age of four years his mother died, and three years later, his father, when he was taken by his grandmother to raise. When about eight years of age, young Carr was brought by his uncle, Stephen R. Moore, and his grandmother, to the county (December, 1847). He was raised on a farm and received all the advantages of the common schools supplemented with two years of college study at the Iowa College of Grinnell. On the breaking out of the Rebellion, while in college, he was roused from his student dreams. The call of April, 1861, for troops saw young Carr in the very front of those who sprang to answer the treasonable roar of the guns upon Fort Sumter. J.W. Carr enlisted in company F., Tenth Iowa infantry as second lieutenant, and in February, 1862, he resigned on account of sickness and returned home. Soon after regaining his health he organized company C of the Twenty-eighth, in September, 1862, and was elected captain and served with distinction until the close of the Rebellion, and just before his muster out he was brevetted major. On his return home, he engaged in the mercantile business for three years, when he was urged by his friends to accept the nomination of clerk of the courts, and was elected and re-elected three consecutive terms, and served to the entire satisfaction of his constituents. During this time he studied law with Judge L.C. Blanchard, and was admitted to practice in February, 1877, and is now a member of the firm of Redman, Carr & Fariner. These gentlemen enjoy a large and lucrative practice. In his own home Captain Carr has been well blessed; the partner of his joys and sharer of his life’s ills he found in the person of Miss Lottie Frick, a native of New York, whom he married January 10, 1866. Two children, Fred and Tad, are the complement of their family circle.

CARR, NICHOLAS—Jackson Twp.—pg 645. Montezuma. Of the firm of Carr & Blanchard, dealer in agricultural implements. The subject of this sketch was born in Logan county, Illinois, on June 28, 1836. His parents both died when Nicholas was quite young. He was brought to this county by his relatives as early as December, 1847, and has been a resident of this county ever since. His boyhood days were passed on a farm, and he received only the advantages of a common school education. In September, 1861, he enlisted in company K, Tenth Iowa volunteers and was with the company fourteen months, when he was discharged on account of disability. He participated in the battles of Corinth and Iuka and several skirmishes. In 1865, Mr. Carr was elected Sheriff, and held that office four years, with honor to himself and satisfaction to his friends; was also mayor of Montezuma one year. He was married in Dresden to Miss Mary A. Correl, November 20, 1856, native of Pennsylvania. They have three sons and two daughters: John W., Rosanna (now Mrs. James A. Stone), Charles A. and Almeta (twins), and Edward.

CHESHIRE, THOMAS A.—Jackson Twp.—pg 645-6. Born in Pleasant township, this county, April 2, 1854; remained on the farm ten years, during which time he attended school at the old log school-house that stood for years at Blue Point. After removing to Montezuma he attended the graded school there until the course of study had been completed, then went to Iowa College, and afterward to the State University located at Iowa City. Owing to ill health he did not take a regular college course. When he was seventeen years old he entered the Republican printing office and served an apprenticeship of three years. Having a natural inclination for the legal profession, at the age of twenty he entered the law school at Ann Arbor, Michigan, and after two years study received a diploma and the degree of LL.B. He then opened a law office in Montezuma, and practiced his profession for a year, at the end of which time, his father’s death made it necessary for him to abandon his profession and take charge of the Republican. He edited the paper for three years, and then again entered his chosen field—the law—and is now one of the firm of Lewis, Clark & Cheshire. Mr. Cheshire was married September 18, 1879, to Miss Virginia Belle McClellan, who was born May 25, 1862, at Montpelier, Williams county, Ohio, and died August 3, 1880, eight days after the birth of a daughter.

CLARK, CHARLES R.—Jackson Twp.—pg 646. Was born at Plymouth, New Hampshire, December 28, 1842. The first fifteen years of his life were passed on a farm. He entered Kimball Union Academy, and graduated therefrom in 1853, when he became a school-teacher, which profession he followed in New Hampshire, Massachusetts and Wisconsin, until 1865, when he came to Scott county, Iowa, and began teaching at Le Claire, where he remained until August, 1866, when he came to Montezuma, and became the superintendent of public schools, which position he occupied twelve years. During the school vacations he read law and fitted himself for admission to the bar, and was admitted in April, 1878. In May following, he formed the partnership of Lewis & Clark. He possesses indomitable perseverance, a well-cultured, evenly-balanced mind, is courteous and affable in manner, and is distinguished for his nobility of character. He was married at Davenport, in September, 1869, to Miss A.E. Tousley, of Shelborne Falls, Massachusetts. To them has been born one son, Charles W.

DALBY, S. J.—Jackson Twp.—pg 646. Of the firm of Dalbey & Griffith, dealers in fine groceries. Was born in Greene county, Ohio, October 15, 1834. At the age of fifteen he removed with his parents to Iowa and located in Oskaloosa, where they remained but a short time, when they located in Union township, Mahaska county. About four years later they removed to this county, on a farm. In 1855 his father came to Montezuma and started a general store, where the subject of this sketch has since lived. In August, 1862, he enlisted in company B. Fortieth Iowa, and was mustered out in March, 1864. He was married in Mahaska county October 1, 1854, to Miss Pauline Deardorff, a native of Indiana. They have by this union two sons and one daughter: Florence E., Clarence W., and Willie. Mr. Dalbey has been long established in business, carried a well-selected stock, and by close attention to business has succeeded in building up a large and lucrative trade. He is a pioneer house in line of the city, and his ability as a business man may be inferred from the success which has attend his career.

DEAN, D.R.—Jackson Twp.—pg 646-7. Farmer, sections 3 and 4, P.O. Montezuma. Was born on the 17^th of February, 1839, and is native of Fulton county, Illinois. He was there educated and was raised on a farm, which occupation he has followed to the present time. In August, 1863, he enlisted in company H, Ninety-third Illinois infantry, and served for one year, when he was honorably discharged on account of disability. He returned to Illinois, where he remained until the spring of 1870, then coming to Poweshiek county. He is the owner of 80 acres of improved land. Mr. Dean was married in Bureau county, Illinois, March 26, 1860, to Miss Ester C. Dean. By this union they have five children: Nellie D., John D., Elizabeth, Estella, and Georgie A.

DRYDEN, J.A.H.—Jackson Twp.—pg 647. Farmer and stock-raiser, section 18, P.O. Montezuma. Was born in the State of Ohio June 21, 1840, and after obtaining his education engaged in farming, which he continued until the fall of 1866, then came to Poweshiek county, and is now engaged extensively in farming and dealing in stock. His farm consists of 200 acres, well improved. September 18, 1861, he enlisted in company A., Forty-eighth Ohio infantry, and participated in the battles of Shiloh, Corninth, and several others equally as severe. He served until 1864, when he was honorably discharged. His marriage was in this county November 21, 1869, when Miss Emma, daughter of Thomas Walker became his wife.

EMSLIE, WILLIAM—Jackson Twp.—pg 647. Montezuma. Retired. Was born in Scotland August 12, 1829; was raised on a farm and received the advantages of an ordinary education. He was married in his native country to Miss Mary Scott about 1852. Two years later he with his wife emigrated to the United States and made their home in Champaign county, Ohio, until 1856 when they came westward and located in Montezuma, where he has since made his home. Mr. E. is evidently a self-made man. He came here with little or no means, but, being a good manager and a careful business man, he has succeeded in placing himself above want. He owns a well-cultivated farm just east of town; also the hotel known as the Stanley House, which was under his management for about thirteen years, and as "mine host" he was a success; also a very fine property on the north side of the street from the hotel, and other property. Mr. Emslie is a man of kind heart and obliging disposition, combined with social qualities, which have made him many friends. In his home he is will blessed. Mrs. Emselie is a lady of rare good judgment, and the respect shown her is as wide as her acquaintance.

ENSOR, D.—Jackson Twp.—pg 647-8. Proprietor of brick-yard, section 12, P.O. Montezuma. This gentleman owed his nativity to Maryland, where he was born on the 27^th of April, 1818. He there received his education, after which he commenced farming and continued the same there until April 21^st, 1856, then came to this county and resumed his former occupation, and now owns a farm of 80 acres of improved land. He has a fine brick-yard situated about one mile southwest of Montezuma, and is employed at present in making about 5,000 bricks per day. He was married in the State of Maryland August 5, 1838, to Miss Mary Cross. By this union they have had seven children, four of whom are now living: Johanna, John T., Nathan L., and Francis A. Three are deceased: George W., William J. and Mary L.

FALKINBERGH, JOB—Jackson Twp.—pg 648. Stock-dealer, section 5, P.O. Montezuma. Was born in Ohio, May 13, 1830, and there reached his majority. While young he learned the blacksmith trade, and May 15, 1853, came to this county, engaged in working at his trade, and continued the same until August, 1878, at which time he commenced farming. He now owns a farm of over 360 acres, improved. On the 27^th of March, 1858, Miss Eliza J. McVey became his wife. They were married in Montezuma, and have three children living: Hannah A., Fred A., and Frank E. Have buried four: Mary, Josie, Irbin, and one unnamed.

FARMER, JOHN W.—Jackson Twp.—pg 648. Of the firm of Redman, Carr & Farmer, attorneys and abstracters. Born in Pickaway county, Ohio, December 23, 1833. When young Farmer was four years old his parents moved to Kosciusko county, Indiana. His parents were well-to-do farmers, and he had the advantages of the schools of his neighborhood. In 1856 he came West and located in this county, and has ever since made it his home. In August, 1862, he enlisted in company B, Fortieth Iowa, and was mustered out of service in August, 1865, as first lieutenant. He was engaged in the following battles: Siege of Vicksburg, at the capture of Little Rock, Ark., was on the Camden Expedition, Prairie d’Annie, and Jenkins’ Ferry. He was married in Kosciusko county, Indiana, to Miss Sarah G. Arnold, August 12, 1865, who died at her home in Montezuma October 14, 1880. He was elected sheriff of this county January 1, 1874, and continued in that office until January, 1878. He commenced reading law with his present firm, and was admitted to practice in April, 1880, but gives his attention mostly to the abstract business. Mr. Farmer is a man of good business qualifications, and the respect shown him is as wide as his acquaintance.

FORCUM, J.B.—Jackson Twp.—pg 648. Contractor and builder, Montezuma. Was born in the State of North Carolina, December 19, 1835, and was there raised and educated. While young he learned the carpenter trade, and followed it until October 31, 1866, at which time he came to Iowa and settled in Poweshiek county. Has since been engaged in working at the contractor and builder’s business, and, being a practical workman, enjoys a good share of the patronage of the people. In 1862 he entered the Quartermaster’s Department. Also saw considerable field service, being with Gen. Lee through his entire campaign. Mr. Forcum was married in North Carolina, October 25, 1866, to Miss Martha E. Gaither. By this union they have five children: Eugene D., Lucian B., Theophilus W., Preston L., and Mary R.

GILLILAND, A.F.—Jackson Twp—pg 649. Farmer and stock-raiser, section 22, P.O. Montezuma. Was born in Johnson county, Iowa, September 17, 1844, and was raised on a farm, receiving his education in the common schools. In July, 1865, he came to this county, and now owns a farm of 320 acres. It is one of the best stock farms in the township, and he is dealing in and raising a good deal of stock. He was married in this county January 4, 1870, to Miss Margaret Banard. They have one child by this union, Maud (born May 6, 1873).

GORDON, ALEX.—Jackson Twp.—pg 649. Retired merchant, Montezuma. Was born in Scotland, May 29, 1823, and there was educated and raised. In youth he engaged in tilling the soil, and followed the same as an occupation until June 22, 1851, when he emigrated to America, landing in New York. From that place he went to Ohio, continued farming, and in the spring of 1855 he came to this county. During the late war, in August, 1862, he enlisted in company C., Twenty-eighth Iowa volunteers, and served until the close of the war, when he was honorably discharged. Participated in the battles of Champion’s Hill, Siege of Vicksburg, and was with Banks in the Red River Expedition, and during this latter march was taken prisoner and held for over thirteen months, suffering many hardships incident only to rebel prisons. After receiving his discharge he returned to this county, and was here married on the 7^th day of September, 1871, to Miss Agnes Mills. By this union they have three children: Mary A., Maggie G., and Lena A.

GORDON, DAVID—Jackson Twp—pg 649. Farmer, section 7, P.O. Montezuma. Was born in Aberdeen county, Scotland, January 9, 1829, and there resided until 1851, receiving his education there. In June, 1851, he immigrated to America, landing in New York, from which place he went to Huron county, Ohio. There engaged in farming until October, 1856, when he came to Poweshiek county, and has since resided here; owns a farm of seventy-two acres, improved. On the 9^th of January, 1858, Miss Margaret Cook, of Ohio, became his wife. By this union they have five children, four of whom are living: David, Mary J., Alexander W., and Ida B. Lost one: Maggie L.

GORDON, DAVID, Jr.—Jackson Twp—pg 670-1. P.O. Montezuma. His parents both emigrated early in life from their native Scotland to America, and settled in Ohio, where they were married January 9, 1858. His mother’s maiden name was Margaret Cook. They came to this county in July, 1858. David was born in Montezuma, October 20, 1858. He was raised on a farm, and well educated in this county. He married, December 24, 1879, Miss Lavina Inman of Deep River township, who was born in Mahaska county, Iowa, February 1, 1857. Mr. Gordon is, at present, a teacher in the public school, and a young man of fine promise.