Excerpted From 1884 History of Cumberland, Jasper, and Richland Counties, Illinois, p.569 (Grove Township)

"PETER MYERS was born in Fountain County, IN, December 24, 1835, and was a son of John and Catherine Myers. He remained with his parents until twenty-six years of age, when he began life for himself.  Mr. Myers married August 6, 1861, to Susan, daughter of John and Mary Krout, of Fountain County, IN, in which county he resided, working at the blacksmiths' trade until 1873, when he removed to Jasper County, IL, settling on a farm, where he now resides.  Ten children have been born to Mr. and Mrs. Myers, viz.: Ephraim, infant son unnamed (deceased), Austin (deceased), infant daughter unnamed (deceased), Nettie V., Charles O., Rosie A., Stella L., Harry C. and Clara C.  Mr. and Mrs. Myers are members of the Lutheran Church."

-Submitted by Minga (Buckle) Stivers