From History of Jones County, Iowa, Western Historical Company, Chicago, 1879, page 616.

E. A. Grimwood acquired his early education in the public schools. He was forced for a time to discontinue his studies, but in May, 1887, after having devoted three years to the mastery of the scientific principles which constitute the basis of knowledge for a pharmacist, he received his diploma from a school of pharmacy and in September of that year came to Oxford Junction as assistant to Dr. G. R. Moore. Other business and professional demands made upon the physician caused the management of the store to devolve upon Mr. Grimwood, and after a few months' experience in which he proved his capability, he was admitted to a partnership. Active in the management of the store from that time, his enterprise and determination were salient features in its success and the business was carefully and successfully conducted. In 1898 a disastrous fire swept over Oxford, in which the store of Mr. Grimwood was destroyed. Immediately, however, he secured a lot and erected upon it one of the finest modem store buildings in the town, the first floor being used for the conduct of his business interests and the second floor for office and lodge rooms. He has a, splendidly equipped drugstore and not only carries a large line of drugs and physician's remedies, but also wall paper and house decorating materials. He gives careful attention to the wants of his patrons, and his reasonable prices, fair dealing and enterprising methods have won him a liberal and growing trade that has made his business one of profitable proportions. He carries in addition to other lines mentioned toilet articles, stationery, books and magazines, and his close study of the public taste has enabled him to supply his store with a stock that finds ready sale.

Mr. Grimwood is not only well known as an energetic and progressive business man but is ever a welcome figure in musical circles in the town, possessing a fine voice which has constituted an attractive feature in the choir of the Lutheran church for many years and in various musical entertainment's given in Oxford. His social qualities, too, render him popular with many friends, and he is well known as a member of the New Era Lodge, No. 88, K. P., and Zealous Lodge, NO. 435, A.F.&A.M. A stanch republican in his political views, he exerted his ability as an organizer in the interests of his party and has been a member of and chairman of the county central committee for several years. A man of forceful character, he has left the impress of his individuality upon the public life of the community as a business man, a citizen, a musician and a political leader, and his genuine worth is attested by all who know him.

From History of Jones County, Iowa, Past and Present, R. M. Corbitt, S. J. Clarke Publishing Co., Chicago, 1910, p. 43.

Representative from Jones county, was born on a farm in Allamakee county, on December 8, 1863, of English parents. Secured only those advantages which come through the common schools. Engaged in the drug business at Oxford Junction, Iowa, in 1887, after three years of apprenticeship at Independence, Iowa. After thirty-three years in this business, disposed of same on July 1, 1920, and was elected to the house in November of that year. Was reelected in 1922, 1924 and 1926.

From Iowa Official Register 1927-1928; Biographies of State Representatives; pg. 242 and submitted by Sharyl Ferrall.

From History of Jones County, Iowa, Western Historical Company, Chicago, 1879, page 647.

Extracted from Cutler's History of the State of Kansas, first published in 1883 by A. T. Andreas, Chicago, Illinois, and submitted by Susie Martin-Rott.

From History of Jones County, Iowa, Western Historical Company, Chicago, 1879, page 669.

John Grumm, a saloon-keeper of Monticello, took heavily to drink when it became known that the (prohibition) amendment* had been adopted. He left home a few days afterwards and nothing was heard of him for some time. A man answering his description was run over and killed by the cars, near Council Bluff, and his wife went out to see if it was her husband.

From The Weekly Times, Thursday Morning, July 20, 1882

*Note: The Prohibition Amendment, which was submitted to the citizens of Iowa to vote in a special election on Tuesday June 27, 1882. The election passed the amendment 155,430 to 125,677. Seventy-five counties favored the amendment, twenty-three opposed and one county was a tie.

Fritz Guhl was born September 11, 1851, and received his education in the schools of Germany, in which country he grew to manhood and was married. In 1890, he came to America to make for himself a home upon a farm in Iowa. For eight years after his arrival he rented land, and then, having prospered in his undertakings, he was able to purchase the farm he now occupies in Rome township.

It is a tract of one hundred and sixty acres, good for agricultural purposes, but especially adapted to the feeding of hogs and cattle. To this enterprise accordingly Mr. Guhl has given more and more attention and with increasing success. He ships several carloads of stock every year and is always certain of finding a ready market and good price.

While still living in his native land Mr. Guhl married Miss Dora Todts, who has borne him four children. It was only after these young people were well able to stand an ocean voyage and the trip across this country that Mr. Guhl brought his family to America. They have grown up in America, and some have already started out to make their own way in the world. Charles, the eldest, has married and follows farming in this county. Louis is still at home. Mary has become the wife of Louis Westphal, of Wyoming township. Fred, the youngest, remains at home and assists his father on the farm.

Mr. and Mrs. Guhl were reared in the faith of the Lutheran church and still give to it their allegiance, being members of the congregation at Olin. The children, too, have been brought up in that faith and all have been confirmed. Frugal, industrious and determined to succeed, Mr. Guhl bids fair to become one of the more important farmers of Rome township, and his advance can only be viewed with good-will by his fellows, for they benefit and do not suffer through his efforts.

From History of Jones County, Iowa, Past and Present, R. M. Corbitt, S. J. Clarke Publishing Co., Chicago, 1910.