1914 Delaware County History pgs. 268-271
Charles B. Harris
Charles B.
Harris, a well known resident of Manchester, is devoting his attention and
energy to looking after his invested interests, as he owns considerable farming
land in the Dakotas. He was born near Aurora, Illinois, August 11,
1862, a son
of Charles and Betsey (Sheldon) Harris, who were natives of New York state and
at an early date in the history of Illinois settled near Aurora. They took up land and remained
there, carrying on farming until 1866, when they removed to Delaware county,
Iowa, and settled in Delaware township in what is now the northeast portion of
the city of Manchester. The father purchased a small farm, consisting of
thirty-three and three-fourths acres, which he cultivated intensively until his
death in 1867. His widow survived him for many years, dying in 1905. To them
were born seven children: George, who died in 1867; Herbert O., who is living
at Great Falls, Montana; Sherman L., a resident of Manchester; Clarence, who
lives in Iowa; Charles B.; Clara V., who is the widow of Irvin A. McGee and
lives in Manchester; and Hugh, who died when one year old.
Charles B.
Harris received his education in the public schools of Manchester and since reaching mature years has
devoted his time to farming and to managing his land. He owns a beautiful
residence in Manchester, which he erected on the land owned by his father, and is identified with all
progressive movements in the city. He has a large tract of land in the Dakotas and, as he gives a great deal of
thought and care to its operation, he receives therefrom
a good annual income.
Mr. Harris
was married on the 16th of August, 1905, to Miss Eva D. Severance, a
daughter of Seth and Ellen (Steele) Severance, of Manchester. Her father is deceased and her
mother lives in Frederick, South Dakota. Mr. and Mrs. Harris are the
parents of the following children: Betsy Ellen, Burdette S., George S. and
Caroline W. Mr. Harris is a member of the Woodmen and is popular in
social circles in Manchester, his pleasing personality and genuine worth
gaining him many loyal friends.
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