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Ed M. Thompson
Born September 1, 1846 | ||||||||
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ED M. THOMPSON, of the firm of J.H. Bacher & Co., dealers in drugs, medicines, books and stationery, Monticello; is a native of Lincolnshire, Eng., and was born September 1, 1846; his parents came to America when he was only 6 years of age and located in Illinois, and then came to Delaware Co., Iowa; in 1862, he came to Jones Co, and has since then lived in this county; he was engaged in the grocery trade for two years, and afterward associated with J. H. Bacher in the drug business. He was united in marriage to Miss Fannie C. Bacher, a native of Allentown, Lehigh Co., Penn., April 21. 1871; they have one daughter—Edna. G.
From History of Jones County, Iowa, Western Historical Company, Chicago, 1879, page 652. |
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Milo C. Thompson
Born 1813 | ||||||||
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MlLO C. THOMPSON, farmer, Cass Twp., Sec. 21; P.O. Anamosa; was born in Dutchess Co., N.Y., in 1813, where he lived till 18 years of age; then removed to Ontario Co., where he lived about eight years; thence to Livingston Co., where he lived three years; also lived in Genesee Co. about seven years. He was married to Ellen Gage, born in Bradford, Mass., at the time of their marriage a resident of Genesee Co.; after their marriage, Mr. Thompson removed to New Hampshire, where he lived about four years; thence to Rockford, I11.; he came to Jones Co. in June, 1855, and purchased a farm in Sec. 10; he purchased his present farm of Mr. J. S. Condit, in February, 1865; has three children—Ella (now Mrs. Frank N. Bagley), Mary (now Mrs. George Ketchum) and Sadie.
From History of Jones County, Iowa, Western Historical Company, Chicago, 1879, page 697. | |||||||||
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O. L. Thompson
Born 1840 | ||||||||
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O. L. THOMPSON, farmer, Wyoming Twp., Sec. 31; P.O. Wyoming; he was born in Jefferson Co., N.Y., in 1840. In 1864, he came to Dubuque Co. In 1870, he removed to Jones Co.; he owns 160 acres of land. Married Emiiy Wescott in 1863; she was born in Jefferson Co., N.Y.; have four children—Fred, Frank, Don and Lottie. Republican; Presbyterian Church
From History of Jones County, Iowa, Western Historical Company, Chicago, 1879, page 606. | |||||||||
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John Thomsen
Born May 8, 1858 | ||||||||
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John Thomsen, who is now capably serving his fellow townsmen as chairman of the board of county supervisors, is widely recognized as a prosperous and progressive agriculturist as well as one of the most extensive and successful cattle feeders in the county. He was born in Schleswig-Holstein, Germany, on the 8th of May, 1858, his parents being Carston and Maria (Petersen) Thomsen, who spent their entire lives in the fatherland. Mr. Thomsen of this review spent his youthful days under the parental roof and obtained his education in the public schools of his native land. In 1878, in order to avoid military service, he emigrated to the United States, landing in New York city in August of that year. Owing to the fact that be had a brother-in-law, August Levsen by name, living in Jones county Iowa, he made his way at once to this part of the country and, securing employment as a farm hand, was thus busily engaged for three years. On the expiration of that period he went to Carroll county, Iowa, where he rented a farm and was successfully engaged in its operation for two years. He then returned to this county and for a period of twelve years was here identified with agricultural pursuits as a renter. At the end of that time, owing to his frugality and unremitting industry, he had accumulated capital sufficient to enable him to purchase a home of his own, and in 1896, he came into possession of the old Pratt farm of three hundred and sixteen acres of Madison township one of the finest farms in the entire county. In addition to his agricultural interests be also handles stock on an extensive scale and is widely recognized as one of the largest and most successful cattle feeders in Jones county, having acquired a snug little fortune from this source in the past few years.
In 1884 Mr. Thomsen was joined in wedlock to Miss Maria Jensen, a native of Germany, who came to the United States in 1883. By this union there were five children, namely: Dora, who attended Coe College; Meinhardt, a graduate of the Wyoming high school; Clara, a graduate of Coe College; Jennie, who has also completed the course in the Wyoming high school; and August, who is now pursuing his studies in that institution. All of the children are still at home. The wife and mother was called to her final rest on the 7th of January, 1909, and her death came as a severe blow not only to her immediate family but also to a large circle of friends. Mr. Thomsen is a stalwart democrat in his political views and has served as a member of the school board for many years. He fully realizes the value of good mental training as a preparation for the practical and responsible duties of life and his children have enjoyed the best advantages obtainable in this direction. In 1906 he was appointed to the office of county supervisor to fill a vacancy and on the expiration of the term, in 1907, was regularly elected for another term. He is therefore the present incumbent in the position, the duties of which he discharges in a highly satisfactory and most capable manner. His record may well serve as a source of inspiration and encouragement to others who are obliged to depend upon their own resources for success, for when he arrived in this country he was not only without money but also in debt for his passage. Work earnest, persistent work-has been the source of his prosperity, enabling him to pass on the highway of life many who started out more advantageously e I quipped. His three daughters are members of the Presbyterian church, and the different members of the family are well known and highly esteemed throughout the community. From History of Jones County, Iowa, Past and Present, R. M. Corbitt, S. J. Clarke Publishing Co., Chicago, 1910, p. 149. | |||||||||
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William C. Thorn
Born May 16, 1859 | ||||||||
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William C. Thorn, who was the citizens' last choice as mayor of the town of Oxford Junction, was born in Clinton county, Iowa, May 16, 1859, and is a son of George W. and Lucinda (Schriver) Thorn. The former was born in England, March 17, 1817, but came with his parents to the new world in 1826. They located first in Canada, near Toronto, later moving into the states. In 1841 he came to Iowa, taking up his residence upon a farm in Clinton county, which remained his home during the rest of his life. His wife was a native of the state of Ohio and passed away in 1865, while her husband lived until December, i898, when his life was also brought to a close. Six children were born to them, namely: Ann, the wife of B. F. Jenkins; Minnie, deceased; Hannah, who is the widow of W. L. Brown and lives at West Bend, Iowa; Harold, a resident of Clinton county, Iowa; W. C., the subject of this sketch; and George W., who is living in Clinton, Iowa.
W. C. Thorn was but six years of age when he was deprived of a mother's care and love, although his father and older brothers and sisters endeavored to compensate for the loss. He remained under the paternal roof throughout the years of his boyhood, attending the district schools of his locality, in which he received substantial preparation for the responsibilities of life. At the age of twenty-one he began his business career. For several years he worked for farmers in his locality, but in 1882, having decided that agriculture was not his vocation, he turned to building bridges upon the Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul Railroad, devoting himself to that calling for about twenty-seven years. Now he has relinquished the heavier cares of life, and has taken up his residence in Oxford Junction, whose citizens, having confidence in the man as they had come to know him, elected him mayor. In his administration of his official duties he has had in mind the greatest benefit of his fellow citizens, supporting such measures as in his estimation would make for their advancement. In this way he has proved repeatedly that the confidence reposed in his judgment and honor was not misplaced. In 1884 Mr. Thorn was united in marriage to Miss Florence Yale, who was also born in Clinton county, Iowa, and died in December 1885. Her father has also passed away, but her mother is still living. Since old enough to exercise the franchise right of an American citizen, Mr. Thorn has given unqualified allegiance to the republican party. While he has not taken much part in the public affairs, his time has not been entirely devoted to selfish ends as is indicated by his election to the mayoralty. His relations with fraternal societies are limited to the Masons, the Oxford Junction lodge having his name enrolled upon its list of members. From History of Jones County, Iowa, Past and Present, R. M. Corbitt, S. J. Clarke Publishing Co., Chicago, 1910, p. 581. | |||||||||
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William W. Thurston
Born 1841 | ||||||||
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WILLIAM W. THURSTON, carpenter and joiner, Oxford Mills; was born in New York in 1841; came to Jones Co. in 1853; he farmed until 1861, when he enlisted in the 14th I.V.I., and was mustered out in October, 1864, at Sioux City, Iowa, and returned to Oxford Mills, and is employed at the mills as carpenter. His wife, Helen Rogers, was born in New York in 1843, and came to Iowa in 1854; was married in 1865; they have four children—Fred E., Oscar W., George H. and Clara E. Politics, Republican; religion: Liberal. He has held the office of Constable three years, and also Deputy Sheriff.
From History of Jones County, Iowa, Western Historical Company, Chicago, 1879, page 596. | |||||||||
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D. C. Tice
Born March 20, 1825 | ||||||||
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D. C. TICE, carriage manufacturer, Monticello; is a native of Clermout Co., Ohio, and was born March 20, 1825; he grew up to manhood in Ohio, and learned his trade in Cincinnati and lived there until 1855, when he came to Iowa and located in Jones Co.; he arrived here April 15; he began working at his trade at Fairview; in 1856, he located in Anamosa and engaged in his business there; he carried on his business there about twenty-two years, and, in 1878, came to Monticello and established his business here; he was the oldest carriage manufacturer in Anamosa, and is now the oldest in Jones Co.; he has held the office of City Councilman. In 1847, he married Elizabeth Lewis, from Ohio; she died in 1861, leaving six children—Charles, Albertine, Thomas, George and Archie; they lost one daughter-Isabel; in 1862, Mr. Tlce married Miss Sarah H. Hoyt, from Pennsylvania; she is a niece of Gov. Hoyt, of that State; she is also a half-cousin to Gen. Sherman. Mr. Tice grew up in the same county with Gen. Grant, and was well acquainted with the family and Gen. Grant's father visited him while living in Anamosa.
From History of Jones County, Iowa, Western Historical Company, Chicago, 1879, page 684. | |||||||||
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W. N. Tippett
Born 1832 | ||||||||
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W. N. TIPPETT, Clay Mills; was born in Licking Co., Ohio, in 1832. He married, in his native county, Miss Julia N. Harris January 12, 1853; in 1856, they came West and located in Clay Township, Jones Co., which has been their home since, with the exception of two years they lived at Scotch Grove; their children are Mary E., the wife of M. B. Walters; Victoria M., the wife of Joseph French, Jr.; Arabel P, and Elizabeth. Mr. Tippett and wife are members of the Free-Will Baptist Church, in which Church he has held various offices, and has taken an active part in its advancement. Mr. T. is a Republican; he is a member of the Masonic Fraternity at Cascade, Iowa; he was Township Trustee two years, and at present he fills the office of School Secretary; he is Clerk of the Free-Will Baptist Church, a position he has filled since 1877.
From History of Jones County, Iowa, Western Historical Company, Chicago, 1879, page 704. | |||||||||
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