~ Hadsall, A. T. ~

A. T. Hadsall, a successful agriculturalist, residing on Section 15, Washington Township, came to Jasper County with his parents in the spring of 1872. He is the son of G. A. and Phoebe (Phillips) Hadsall, and was born in Pennsylvania April 15, 1861. Clarissa E. Elliott became his wife February 4, 1882. She is the daughter of Moses and Clarissa (Underwood) Elliott, and was born August 9, 1861, in Marion County, this state; Her parents were natives of Kentucky. Mr. and Mrs. Hadsall are the parents of six children: George A., born October 2, 1884, died January 29, 1886; Nellie, born February 26, 1886; Mary E., born July 26, 1888; Roy, born November 11, 1890; Dale M., born April 8, 1893; Lewis C., born December 9, 1895. Our subject takes an active interest in the education of his children, and was elected secretary of the school board in the fall of 1898. Socially, Mr. and Mrs. Hadsall are members of the Baptist Church at Colfax. Page 15

~ Haifleigh, J. C. ~Photo

J. C. Haifleigh, proprietor of the Oak Hill Stock Farm, was born in Carroll County, Maryland, January 19, 1863, and came to Muscatine County, Iowa, with his parents in 1866. Our subject was educated and grew to manhood in Muscatine County. In 1887, he came to Jasper County, arriving here March 1st. December 29, 1886, he was united in marriage to Annie M. Emmack. She was born in Rock Island County, Illinois, December 12, 1864. They are the parents of two children: Pearl A., born November 24, 1887, and Edna B., born December 11, 1893. The parents of our subject were William S. and Elizabeth Haifleigh. The father was born near Uniontown, Carroll County, Maryland, June 20, 1827, and died January 5, 1900. The mother was born in Maryland August 27, 1829, and is still a resident of Muscatine County. Mr. Haifleigh established the Oak Hill herd of Duroc Jerseys in 1892, and has been a successful breeder and has some fine specimens on hand at all times. Page 19

~ Hainke, Herman ~ Photo

Herman Hainke, an enterprising farmer, residing on Section 8, Mariposa Township, came to Jasper County in 1883. He is the son of William and Ernestina Hainke, who were natives of Germany, and became residents of the United States in 1849. Our subject was the third child of a family of seven children, and was born August 19, 1856, at Freeport, Illinois. October 4, 1882, he was united in marriage to Mary Feldschneider. Seven children have been born to them, two sons and five daughters, all residing at home. The family have resided on the present farm for 18 years, and during that time have brought it to a high state of cultivation, purchasing it in 1900. Page 19

~ Haley, Daniel ~Photo of Residence

Daniel Haley was born in Vermont August 15, 1848. He came to Jasper County in 1870, direct from the Green Mountain State, and now resides on Section 14, Clear Creek Township. His parents were Patrick and Bridget (Foley) Haley, natives of Ireland, both of whom are deceased. October 23, 1875, marked a new era in this man's life, for it was at that date he was united in marriage to Lavina E. Richmond. She was born in Jasper County in 1850. They are the parents of one son, Ray W., and have one adopted son, Edward. January 1, 1864, he enlisted in Company I, 17th Vermont Volunteer Infantry, and served until the close of the war. Was mustered out at Alexandria, Virginia, July 13, 1865. During his service he participated in the battles of Pegan Farm, or Papplas Grove Church, Virginia, Weldon Railway, and siege of Petersburg. Mr. Haley has been more than ordinarily successful in his business enterprises, and now owns 200 acres of land, which is well improved, and six acres in Woods' Addition to Colfax. Politically, he believes in the principles of the Republican Party, and is a member of the M. E. Church. Page 32

~ Hammer, Dr. Marion R. ~Photo

Dr. Marion R. Hammer, a physician in Newton, was born at Amboy, Kellogg Township, Jasper County, January 26, 1853. His parents were among the pioneers of Jasper County. Abraham Hammer, great-great-grandfather of our subject, was a native of Germany and emigrated to Buck County, Pa., in the early part of the 18th century. He was born in 1731, and became the parent of four sons and three daughters, among them, Isaac, who was the second child. Isaac was born in North Carolina in 1764, and emigrated to Tennessee, where by his first wife four children were born, Elisha being the second, and was born May 1, 1789, and died in Iowa May 21, 1847. He had nine children, Jesse being the fourth, and was born October 4, 1820, in Jefferson County, Ten., and died in Iowa September 2, 1873. He was married four times and was the father of six daughters and eight sons. Marion R. Hammer, the subject of this sketch, was the second child of his second wife. He received his education in the district schools of Kellogg Township, Hazel Dell Academy of Newton, the Friends' College at Lynnville, and in the winter of 1876-77, attended the Iowa State University, and February 17, 1881, graduated at the Northwest University of St. Joe, Mo. He was instructor of physiology, anatomy and hygiene for seven terms in the Newton Normal college, was professor of physiology and hygiene in King College, Des Moines, four years, and lecturer on diseases of children two years. He is a graduate of King College, of the old school of medicine. October 22, 1876, he was united in marriage with Mary E. Dooley, and has practiced in Newton since March 4, 1881. Dr. Hammer has served two terms each as president and secretary of the Jasper County Eclectic Society of Physicians and Surgeons. Page 51

~ Hanel, Louis H. ~

Louis H. Hanel, residing on Section 19, Mound Prairie Township, was born in St. Louis, Missouri, in 1856, and has been a resident of Jasper County since 1881. His parents were John T. and Mary (Schultz) Hanel, natives of Germany. When 20 years of age our subject started for himself, receiving a gift of $9.00 from his mother. He engaged as a farm hand, working by the month about five years, then rented land for some years, locating on his present farm in 1894. January 1, 1890, Senia S. McCracken became his wife. She was the daughter of John and Rebecca (Coomes) McCracken, pioneers of Jasper County. Mr. and Mrs. Hanel are the parents of one son, Dwight, born April 27, 1892. They possess 240 acres of Jasper County soil, all of which is under a high state of cultivation, and on which are located good and substantial buildings. Part III, page 8

~ Hanley, Alfred ~

Alfred Hanley is a native of Kentucky, born November 13, 1841, and has been a resident of Jasper County since 1853. His parents were George W. and Elizabeth (Phillips) Hanley, natives of Virginia and Maryland, respectively. The family came to Jasper County at the above date and located on Section 29, Washington Township, where our subject still resides. His father died in 1872, and his mother in 1878. Our subject was married in 1875 to Rachel Stumbaugh. They have one adopted child, Lillian M. Coming to the Hawkeye State in 1853 and locating on what was then the frontier among the Indians, the Hanley family certainly experienced pioneer life, and deserve due credit in helping to subdue this section of the state. Page 15

~ Hans, Andrew Sr. ~Photo

Andrew Hans, Sr., was born in Bavaria, Germany, June 29, 1831. He came to the United States in 1850 when but 19 years of age, locating in New York State, where he worked on the farm by the month. Mary Schwab became his wife in October 1855, the marriage ceremony taking place in Lee County, Illinois. By this union there were nine children born, of whom but three are living, one daughter and two sons, Amelia, George, and Andreas, Jr. In 1856 he became a resident of Jones County, Iowa. Bought 40 acres of land, for which he went in debt, and kept adding to it until he bought and paid for 400 acres. There he resided until 1893. Mrs. Hans departed this life in 1877. His second marriage was to Malinda Hartman, in 1882, and in 1893 he came to Jasper County, Iowa, and bought the farm, where he still resides. His second wife departed this life October 1, 1901. Politically, he is a Republican. Socially, he is a member of the Lutheran Church. Part III, page 7

~ Hans, George A. ~Photo

George A. Hans, an industrious agriculturalist of Newton Township, was born in Jones County, Iowa, April 12, 1865. Here he resided for many years, coming to Jasper County in the spring of 1891, and settled in Newton; later removed to Section 24, Newton Township, and to his present farm in the fall of 1892. Hattie Mitchell became his wife September 18, 1899. She was also a native of Jones County, born February 6, 1868. Three children have blessed this home: George T., born September 24, 1891; Velma M., born September 4, 1895, and John A., born January 11, 1898. Politically, our subject believes in the principles laid down by the Republican Party. Socially, he and his family are members of the Lutheran Church in Newton. Page 15

~ Hanson, George ~Photo

George Hanson, farmer and stock dealer, of Section 23, Clear Creek Township, was born in Jasper County January 11, 1863. His parents were Hans and Mary (Ashton) Hanson. His father was a native of Norway, and his mother of Ohio. They settled in Jasper County in 1857, and are both deceased. Edna Rippey was born March 7, 1868, in Jasper County, and became the wife of our subject April 11, 1895. They are the parents of three children, Harold, Grace, and Lars. Mr. Hanson started in life with limited means, but has been successful in nearly all his business ventures, and now owns over 290 acres of Jasper County soil, and lives in a residence that would do honor to many a city. Politically, he supports the principles of the Republican Party, believing that that party best serves his interests. Page 31

~ Harrah, Albert L. ~Photo

Albert L. Harrah, proprietor of the Riverside stock farm, situated on Section 35, Malaka Township, came to Jasper County with his parents, arriving here April 14, 1855. He was born in Harrison County, Ohio, January 2, 1843. The farm on which our subject now resides includes the old Harrah homestead, part of which was entered by his father, for which he paid $1.25 per acre. Coming to the County at that early date, our subject has watched with marked interest the development of the grandest state in the union, and with which development he has been prominently identified. May 23, 1864, he enlisted in Company B, 46th Iowa Volunteer Infantry and served about eight months. He is a staunch supporter of the Democratic Party, and has always taken an active interest in both national, state and county politics. He has filled various township offices, was president of the Farmers' Insurance Company for fourteen years, and has acted as president and also as secretary of the County Agricultural society. Mr. Harrah was married November 13, 1866, to Bessie A. Dodge. She was born in Sullivan County, New York, December 25, 1847. They are the parents of two children, Mary E. and George D. Our subject is probably the most extensive breeder and dealer in Short Horn cattle in the central states, and claims the largest herd of Short Horn cattle in the world. He has today over three hundred head of registered cows on his farm. Sold and shipped over fourteen hundred males last year. He owns over 700 acres of Jasper County soil, 320 of which is in Malaka Township, and over 400 in Palo Alto Township. His home place is a busy spot, visitors coming and going most of the time. His daughter Mary has full charge of all correspondence and pedigrees. She is full and efficient help in this capacity, and too much credit cannot be given her for the assistance she renders her father in the large business he transacts. Part III, Page 3

~ Harris, H. L. ~

H. L. Harris, who is a general farmer of Newton Township, was born in Spring Dale, Cedar County, Iowa, October 22, 1864. When H. L. was but a year old the family removed to Collins, New York, where young Harris grew to manhood, receiving a liberal education in the Empire State. In 1886 he returned to Iowa, and taught school in Marshall County. Two years later he moved on to his present farm. February 27, 1888, Lena Krampe became his wife. She was born in Wisconsin August 5, 1859. They are the parents of three children: Leroy and Mary, who are living, and Martha, deceased. Page 19

~ Harshner, J. C. ~Photo of Residence

J. C. Harshner, an enterprising farmer residing on Section 17, Palo Alto Township, dates his settlement in Jasper County from March 1876. Mr. Harshner was born in Ohio, December 17, 1840. His parents were Michael and Rachael (Dye) Harshner. He started in life in the Buckeye State empty-handed, and for some years in Ohio, besides tending a farm, devoted considerable time to teaming, and by industry and careful management had laid by, at the time he came to Jasper County, about $3,500.00, which he invested in his present farm of 178 acres. Catharine Hazen was the daughter of John and Catharine (Harshner) Hazen, and became the wife of our subject in June 1861. Her parents were both natives of the Keystone State. Mr. and Mrs. Harshner are the parents of five children: William P., Rosa, Vinton B., Lillie, and John. Politically, our subject votes with the Democratic Party; was Township Trustee of his township for three years, and with his wife is a member of the M. E. Church. Page 11

~ Hartwig, John ~Photo

John Hartwig, a progressive farmer residing on Section 28, Newton Township, was born in Schleswig Holstein, Germany, August 15, 1849, and has been a resident of Jasper County since April 1875. He came to the United States in 1867, and settled in Davenport, Iowa. We next find him working by the month as a farm hand in Scott County, and from that time until he became a resident of Jasper County, he had accumulated about $2,000.00. He has been a good manager and a shrewd financier, and has been successful in his business enterprises. He now owns 80 acres of land adjoining the city of Newton, besides some city property. Page 36

~ Harvey, Frank S. ~Photo

Frank S. Harvey, a baker and confectioner, located on East McDonald Street, was born in Madison County, Illinois, January 8, 1857, and has been a resident of Jasper County since the 18th day of April 1879. William A. Harvey was a native of Ohio, and married Viena Ercanbrack, a native of New York State. They reared a family of three children, Frank S. being the oldest child. Mr. Harvey usually followed agricultural pursuits, and became a resident of Iowa in 1867, and now lives retired in Ringgold County, Iowa. Frank S. Harvey left his native state with his parents when ten years of age, and located in Mahaska County, Iowa, where they resided until they came to Jasper County in 1879. He started in his present business in 1888, and has followed it continually since that date, and enjoys a good trade. Jennie Hunter became his wife in November 1875. She was the daughter of Jacob and Mary (Nichols) Hunter. To this union four children have been born, Daisy, Corinne, Muriel, and Frank H. Mr. Harvey has been a member of the volunteer fire department for the past twenty-five years, five years in Oskaloosa and twenty years in Newton. He was foreman of the Rescue Hose Co. of Newton for ten years, and chief of the fire department two years. During his entire service he was a faithful member, and deserves credit for his long service. Mr. and Mrs. Harvey are members of the M. E. Church. Page 43

~ Hay, Conrad ~

Conrad Hay, residing on Section 30, Clear Creek Township, is a pioneer in this section of the state and has been a resident of Jasper County since 1857. He was born in Pennsylvania May 10, 1854, and with his parents, John P. and Rosa A. (Lint) Hay, came west at that early date. His parents were natives of Pennsylvania. His father was born August 12, 1813, and died in February 1894. His mother is now a resident of Maxwell. There were four sons and two daughters in his father's family, Conrad being the oldest. Susan Borts became the wife of our subject in January 1875. She was born in Indiana February 25, 1852. They are the parents of four children: John, Clayton, Edwin, Melvina and Rosanna. When our subject started for himself, he possessed a team and wagon and two cows. He has been reasonably successful in his business enterprises, and now owns 255 acres of land in Clear Creek Township. Politically, he believes in the principles laid down by the Republican Party. Socially, he and his wife are members of the M. P. Church. Page 35

~ Hays, E. W. ~Photo of Residence

E. W. Hays, residing on Section 28, Des Moines Township, was born in Fairview Township, Jasper County, December 14, 1846. His parents, William and Annie J. (Wyatt) Hays, were natives of Carolina and Virginia, respectively, and came to Jasper County in the spring of 1846 and entered between four and five hundred acres of land. They were therefore pioneers of Jasper County, and were identified with its growth and development for nearly half a century. His father died February 10, 1896, and his mother April 1, 1884. Our subject was first married, February 15, 1871, to Catharine Buckingham. One child was born to them, Nancy Lenora. Mrs. Hays died April 10, 1876. Mr. Hays was again united in marriage, January 5, 1886, to Olive Lotts. One son has been born to them, William Russell. Part III, page 8

~ Heberer, Conrad ~

Conrad Heberer, whose comfortable farm residence is located on Section 5, Poweshiek Township, was born in Germany February 16, 1861, where he resided until 1882, when he came to America and located in Jasper County. He was a poor man, and was obliged to borrow money with which to pay his passage to this country. He has succeeded well, and today owns about 225 acres of Jasper County soil. Lizzie Geisler was born in Jasper County July 28, 1867, and became the wife of our subject September 5, 1885. Six children have been born to them: George, Henry, Arthur, Adelbert, Helen, and Louisa E. The family are members of the Evangelical Church. In politics, our subject is a Republican. Page 24

~ Held, Henry ~Photo

Henry Held, a cigar manufacturer of Newton, was born in Muscatine, Iowa, September 10, 1864. He is the son of Charles C. and Louise (De Deis) Held, natives of Germany. His mother, however, is of French descent. His father was a cooper and vinegar manufacturer, which business he followed for many years. His father died November 10, 1875, and the following year Henry engaged in a cigar shop at LaSalle, Illinois. A year later he returned to Muscatine, and was in that city for about eight years. He then started a shop for himself in Columbus Junction, remaining two years. The next eight years he was engaged in Pella, Iowa, after which he located in Newton. He has a finely equipped shop on the east side of the square. His cigars are well known in this section of the state. While at Columbus Junction he married Maggie Tieke, a native of Germany, the marriage ceremony taking place in Muscatine. Their four children are Bessie, Lillian, Hazel, and Mabel. Socially, Mr. Held is a member or Newton Lodge No. 59, A. F. & A. M.; Central Lodge No. 73, I. O. O. F., and White Pine Lodge No. 182, Modern Woodmen. Page 28

~ Hellyer, Fred ~Photo

Fred Hellyer, residing on Section 14, Sherman Township, was born in Grinnell, Iowa, November 17, 1867, and with his parents came to Jasper County in 1873. His father, David Hellyer, was a native of Ohio, and his mother, Alice C., was born in Pennsylvania July 3, 1846. There were six daughters in this family: Minnie, May, Mrs. Wm. Murdock; Grace, deceased; Inez, Mrs. Ridenour, residing in Cedar County, Iowa; Edith, and Fay. Our subject has received a liberal school education, attending the common schools of the County and Hazel Dell Academy of Newton. He has always taken an active interest in the affairs of the County, and is a supporter of the Republican Party. Socially, he is a member of the Presbyterian Church. Page 47

~ Hendricks, Fred ~Photo

Fred Hendricks, a well-to-do and enterprising citizen of Section 22, Elk Creek Township, became a settler of Jasper County in 1855. He was then a lad of 12 years, and with his parents experienced the hardships that were endured by many of the pioneers that came to this locality at that early date. August 12, 1862, he responded to the call of his country, and enlisted in Company E, 40th Iowa Infantry, and served until August 2, 1865, receiving his discharge at Fort Gibson, Cherokee Nation, Indian Territory. During his service, he participated in the battles of Vicksburg, Solean and Arkansas River. January 1, 1874, he was united in marriage to Margaret Kling. Two sons have been born to them: George, born November 25, 1874, and John, December 26, 1877, both of whom reside at home with their parents. Part III, page 8

~ Henney, William O. '~Photo

William O. Henney, residing on Section 2, Mound Prairie Township, came to Jasper County with his parents, Jacob and Susan Henney, in 1859. He was born in Ohio February 25, 1851. In 1888 we find Mr. Henney in Colorado, and in 1892 in Missouri, returning to Jasper County in 1900. November 28, of that year, he was united in marriage to Nancy J. Miller, a native of Jasper County, daughter of John and Lucretia Miller, natives of New York and Kentucky, respectively. Her mother came to Jasper County in 1849, and his father in 1853. She was the fifth child of a family of eight children. Page 12

~ Herwehe, Adam ~

Adam Herwehe, a farmer and stock raiser, residing on Section 8, Fairview Township, is the son of Philip and Mary (Werns) Herwehe, early pioneers of Jasper County. Our subject was born in this County April 8, 1856, and has therefore seen the County transformed from a new and unsettled region to that or highly cultivated fields, beautiful farm residences and free schools. He was united in marriage to Sarah Anna Monica Ammer, November 7, 1878. She was born October 22, 1861. She was the daughter of John Frederick and Elizabeth Catherine (Rittman) Ammer. Six sons and four daughters have been born to them: Jacob, born September 2, 1880; Stephen, born November 22, 1882; Emma, born September 20, 1884; Rosa May, born March 20, 1887; Sarah Margrette, born December 5, 1888; Fredrick Albert, born November 11, 1890; Earl Floyd, born June 12, 1893; Elmina, born September 22, 1895; Ernest Ray, born March 20, 1899; Howard Lloyd, born May 1, 1901. Part III, page 7

~ Highley, A. A. ~Photo

A. A. Highley, residing on Section 9, Washington Township, was born in Ohio September 21, 1862. He is the son of Thomas J. and Jane (Walch) Highley. Our subject came to Jasper County in the spring of 1884. The same year he was united in marriage to Carrie M. Hibbs, daughter of George H. and Rachel (Marmon) Hibbs. Five children have been born to them: Edwin A., deceased; Rachel J., deceased; Oscar G., deceased; Rose E., and Edna M. The family attends the Methodist Episcopal Church. Our subject's success in life is the result of his own efforts, starting for himself without means and. worked out by the month for about 14 years. Page 19

~ Hise, G. W. ~

G. W. Hise, an early pioneer of Jasper County, now residing on Section 6, Mound Prairie Township, has been a resident of the County since 1855. Mr. Hise was born in Indiana May 7, 1834. March 1, 1855, he married Sarah Sumpter, and started overland for the Hawkeye State, and located on Section 6, Mound Prairie Township, before Colfax was thought of. They have reared a family of 12 children, all of whom are living and all but three residents of Jasper County. Page 20

~ Hitchler, Mishael A. ~Photo

Mishael A. Hitchler, a farmer and the present township clerk of Mound Prairie Township, was born in Jasper County in 1861, and now resides on the old Hitchler homestead on Section 11. His parents were William and Nancy (Miller) Hitchler, natives of Germany and New York, respectively. They came to Jasper County in the spring of 1854, coming overland from Illinois. There were eleven children in his father's family, nine of whom were born in Jasper County. John and Alice came to the County with their parents in 1854; both are deceased. Those born in Jasper County were Mary, Jane, George W., Mishael A., Charles W., Sarah M., deceased, Emily Elnora, Elsmer S., Ida, deceased. Four of the children are residents of Jasper County. Our subject is a single man. He was educated in the district schools and Orchard City Business College of Burlington. When two years of age he had the misfortune of breaking his right leg, which was never properly set, and in 1882 had it amputated below the knee. Mr. Hitchler has taken an active interest in the affairs of the township and county. He was elected township clerk in 1886 and served four years. In 1898 was elected again, and also in 1900. He has also served several times as grand and trial juror. Page 16

~ Hopping, T. J. ~Photo

T. J. Hopping is among the early settlers of Jasper County, coming here with his parents in 1858. He is the son of William A. and Sarah E. (Kitchell) Hopping, natives of New Jersey. On their arrival here the family located in Mariposa Township, buying government land at $1.25 per acre. The family have since moved to Perkins County, Nebraska, where most of them still reside. The father is deceased. Our subject was born in Du Page County, Illinois, July 28, 1857, coming to Jasper County with his parents the following year. Here he has grown to manhood, receiving his education in the district schools. He has always taken an active interest in the affairs of his Township, and is now the assessor of Sherman Township. Mr. Hopping is a carpenter by trade, and followed contracting and building for about 15 years, but is now located in a comfortable farm residence on Section 8. July 7, 1901, he was united in marriage to Jennie Bradway. She was born in Newton August 28, 1868. Mr. Hopping is a devoted member of the Christian Church, and his wife of the Baptist Church. Page 24

~ Horn, Levi H. ~Photo

Levi H. Horn, one of the veterans of the Civil War, dates his settlement in Jasper County from 1871. He was born in Washington County, Pennsylvania, November 18, 1845, and since arriving at his majority has always followed agricultural pursuits. His father, David Horn, was born in Washington County, Pennsylvania, in July 1805, and died in the same County in his eighty-fifth year. His mother, Elizabeth (Crumrhine) Horn, was born in Maryland in 1808, and died in Washington County, Pennsylvania. In August 1862, our subject responded to his country's call and enlisted in Company C, Ringgold Battalion, Pennsylvania Cavalry, serving two years and ten months, participating in the battles of Gettysburg and Winchester. In the latter battle his horse was shot from under him. Other battles that should be mentioned are Fisher's Hill, Cedar Creek, and Opequan Creek, the latter one of the hottest engagements he was in. He also participated in many other minor engagements, and was with Phil. Sheridan on his famous ride, being one of 300 detailed as escorts. He was mustered out of service at New Creek, West Virginia, and received his discharge May 24, 1865, and returned to Pennsylvania. The following year he came to Keokuk County, Iowa, where he resided until coming to Jasper County. Lavonia S. Starr became his wife December 22, 1872. She is a native of Jasper County. They have been blessed with three children, two of whom are living and are residents of this County. Page 28

~ Howick, Arch B. ~Photo

Arch B. Howick, a practicing Osteopathist in Newton, was born in Guthrie County, Iowa, January 18, 1873. He is the son of Richard and Eliza (Parker) Howick, natives of Canada and Illinois, respectively. His father was a tinner by trade, which business he followed for some years, but later engaged in farming. Our subject was reared in Guthrie County, graduated at the American School of Osteopathy, of Kirksville, Missouri, January 31, 1901. July 3, 1894, Evangeline Browker became his wife. She graduated at the same school with her husband, and is now practicing with him. She is a native of Panora, Iowa, and the daughter of Herman and Mary Bowker. Regarding their profession, it should be said, they have the satisfaction of knowing that the best and most intelligent people are now taking hold and becoming firm friends of osteopathy, realizing that where the same object can be attained without the use of drugs, the patient is certainly the gainer. Page 28

~ Hummel, Frank ~

Frank Hummel, a large land owner and successful agriculturalist residing on Section 26, Newton Township, was born in Morgan County, Ohio, September 11, 1850: His parents, Mathias and Louisa (Mosier) Hummel, were natives of Ohio and Maine, respectively. Born in 1805 and 1808. The family came from Ohio to Iowa in 1853, and located in Scott County, where they resided until 1868, and became residents of Jasper County, locating at that time on Section 23, Mariposa Township. His father died here in 1883, and his mother in 1890. His father's first purchase of land was 160 acres, in Jasper County. Our subject started for himself when about 22 years of age, empty-handed, and purchased 120 acres on Section 36, Mariposa Township. He now owns 819 acres, all in Jasper County. May 8, 1862, he was united in marriage to Willahmina Craven, a native of New York, born April 5, 1852, and had come to Jasper County with her parents in 1867. Their children are Ella V., Jesse G., Frank Lester, and Burr Lee, all of whom are living. They live in a comfortable home, considered among the best in the county. Politically, Mr. Hummel affiliates with the Democratic Party. Page 31

~ Hummel, James M. ~Photo

James M. Hummel, a prominent and progressive farmer of Mound Prairie Township, residing on Section 35, was born in Monroe, Jasper County, Iowa, in 1856. He is the son of Lewis and Lucinda (Murphy) Hummel, natives of Germany and Tennessee, respectively, who came to Jasper County in 1851. His father was a blacksmith by trade, and followed the same for many years in Monroe. Our subject's first piece of real estate was acquired in 1880, the west half of the northwest quarter of Section 36, Township 79, Range 20. He now owns 400 acres, which is well improved. Eliza Newell became his wife in 1880. They are the parents of four lively and interesting children: Carrie C., Zola V. and Zeta V., twins, and Virgil W. L. Part III, page 8

~ Hunt, Eden ~Photo

Eden Hunt, a prosperous farmer of Richland Township, was born in Guernsey County, Ohio, October 5, 1837. He is the son of Abraham and Mahala (Deavor) Hunt, natives of New Jersey and Maryland, respectively. The family came west in 1847, and located in Mahaska County. Here he grew to manhood, and in 1872 came to Jasper County and located at Lynnville, where for seven years he worked at his trade, that of a blacksmith. March 9, 1865, he was united in marriage to Melissa Kirkpatrick. They became the parents of three children, all of whom are residing in Jasper County. October 17, 1861, Mr. Hunt enlisted at Peoria, Mahaska County, in Company C, 15th Iowa Volunteer Infantry, under Captain James A. Severs, and was assigned to the 4th Division, 17th Army Corps. He participated in the battles of Shiloh, Iuka, Mississippi, Corinth, Monroe, Siege of Vicksburg, Mechanicsville, Kennesaw Mountain, and several other minor engagements, and was with "Billie" Sherman on his march to the sea. During his service he as wounded twice, and received his discharge January 27, 1864. Part III, Page 4