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Patron's Reference Directory A-B-C

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Explanation -- The date following a name indicates the length of time the party has a resident in the county. The abbreviations are as follows: S, for Section; T, for Township; P. O. for Post-office address. When no Section Number or Township is given, it will be understood that the party resides within the limits of the village or city named, and, in such cases, the post-office address is the same as the place of residence, unless otherwise stated.

Aalfs, N. Dealer in Wallpaper and Paint, Fort Dodge.

Able, Frank, Farmer and Carpenter, Section 4, Colfax Township, Post Office Industry. Mr. Able was born in Illinois in 1865 and came to Webster County in 1866. He served as School Director for three years.

Adamson, W. A. Farmer, section 6, Township of Fulton, Post Office on Moorland. Mr. Adamson was born in Iowa in 1880, and settled in Webster County in 1895. He is married to Nellie Kellogg, they have four children.

Adamson, J. C. Farmer, section 6, Township of Fulton, Post Office of Moorland. Mr. Adamson was born in Iowa in 1882, and settled in Webster County in 1895.

Adamson Brothers, Farmers, section 6, Township of Fulton, Post Office of Moorland.

Adson, Ira, Farmer in Section 35 of Newark Township. Vincent Post Office. Mr. Adson was born in Illinois in 1881, and came to Webster County in 1883. He is married to Lena Larson.

Alftine, J. W. Farmer, section 35, Township of Clay. Post Office in Harcourt. Mr. Alftine was born in Sweden in 1865 and settled in Webster County in 1898. He is married to Allie Simpson, they have 5 children. Mr. Alftine has served as School Director for three years.

Algoe, Francis, Farmer, section 30 of Newark Township, Post Office is in industry. Mr. Algoe was born in Illinois in 1860 and settle in Webster County in 1891. He is married to Julia Wiggin, they have two children. He held the office of the School Director for two years.

Allard, E. A., Farmer, section 22 of Fulton Township, Post Office in Callender. Mr. Allard was born in Nebraska in 1883, and settled Webster County in 1901. He is married to Fanny Novotny.

Allbee, O., Livery and Feed Stable, Lehigh. Mr. Albee was born in Iowa in 1860 and settled in Webster County in 1898. He is married to Addie J. Sweet; they have 3 children. He has served as Constable for two years.

Anderson, A. H., Farmer, section 18 of Fulton Township, Post Office in Moorland. Mr. Anderson was born in Norway in 1862 and settle in Webster County in 1888 he is the father of four children.

Anderson, A. J. Farmer and Stock Raiser. He lives in Badger Township, section 12 with a Post Office of Badger. Mr. Anderson was born in Illinois in 1870 and came to Webster County in 1900. He is married to Ingaborg Monson; they have four children. He has served as Township Trustee for two years.

Anderson, A. J. Farmer. He lives in Clay Township, section 34 with a Post Office of Gowrie. Mr. Anderson was born in Sweden in 1856 and settled in Webster County in 1875. He is married to Carrie Anderson; they have six children. Mr. Anderson held office as a member of the School Board for one year and as Road supervisor for three years.

Anderson, Alfred, Farmer and Stock Raiser. Breeder of Thoroughbred Aberdeen Angus Cattle. He lives in Section 5 of Gowrie Township with a Post Office of Gowrie. Mr. Anderson was born in Sweden in 1868 and settled Webster County in 1894. He is married to Lily Carlson; they have two children. He served as Secretary of the School Board for 12 years.

Anderson, A. V. Farmer he lives in the Hardin Township in section 35 with a Post Office of Stratford. Mr. Anderson was born in Sweden in 1861 and came to Webster County in 1868.

Anderson, C. A. He is a Farmer and lives in section 15 of Clay Township with a Post Office of Callender. Mr. Anderson was born in Sweden in 1850 and settled Webster County in 1908. He is married to Anna Swedeen; they have two children.

Anderson, Charles. He is a Farmer and lives in Section 5 of Douglas Township with a Post Office of Clare. Mr. Anderson was born in Sweden in 1853 and settled in Webster County in 1880. He is married to Erika Erickson; they have 3 children.

Anderson, Charles. He is a Proprietor of a Meat Market and a Hotel in Dayton. Mr. Anderson is a native of Webster County having been born in 1884. He is married to Lottie Griggs.

Anderson, Charles X. He is a Farmer and lives on section 31 of Dayton Township with a Post Office in Harcourt. Mr. Anderson is a native of Sweden and was born in 1851, and settled in Webster County in 1888. He is married to Mathilda Swanson.

Anderson, Edward, Farmer, lives in section 10 Clay Township with a Post Office of Callender. Mr. Anderson was born in Webster County in 1887.

Anderson, Eric, he is a Farmer in section 9 of the Burnside Township with a Post Office in Burnside. Mr. Anderson was born in Sweden in 1848, and settled in Webster County in 1888. He is married to Annie Anderson. They have 9 children. Mr. Anderson held office of Township Treasurer for one year and as member of the School Board for 14 years.

Anderson, F. H. He is a Farmer who lives in section 32 of Elkhorn Township with a Post Office in Callender. Mr. Anderson was born in Sweden in 1861 and came to Webster County 1886. He is married to Mary Anderson. They had two children.

Anderson, G. C. He is a cashier at Vincent Savings Bank in Vincent. Mr. Anderson was born in Iowa in 1857 and settled Webster County in 1892. He is married to Jessie Scott and they have four children. Mr. Anderson held office of Mayor and councilman.

Anderson, George H. He is a Farmer and lives in section 9 of Clay Township with a Post Office in Callender. Mr. Anderson was born in Webster County in 1884.

Anderson, Gust. A. He is a Farmer and lives in section 19 of Clay Township with a Post Office in Callender. Mr. Henderson was born in Illinois in 1869 and settled in Webster County in 1905. He is married to Sarah Peterson and they have four children.

Anderson, John. He is a Farmer and lives in section 33 of Clay Township with a Post Office in Gowrie. Mr. Anderson was born in Sweden in 1844 and settled in Webster County in 1883. He is married to Emma Lundgren and they have six children. He was a member of the School Board for six years.

Anderson, Knud. He is a Farmer who lives in section 7 of Fulton Township with a Post Office in Moorland. Mr. Anderson was born in Norway in 1853 and settled in Webster County in 1868. Mr. Anderson served as School Director for 8 years and as Township Trustee for 8 years. He is married to Gertrude Wallestad and they have 5 children.

Henderson, K. J. He is a Farmer who lives in section 4 of Newark Township with a Post Office in Thor. Mr. Anderson is a native of Norway being born in 1869 and settled in Webster County in 1893. He has served as School Director for two years and is married to Christena Peterson. They have eight children.

Arent, Dr. Adolph, Physician and Surgeon. He lives in Callender. Dr. Arnett was born in Illinois in 1873 and settled in Webster County in 1881. He is married to Hannah C. Mortimer, and they have one child.

Armstrong, George H. He is a retired Farmer living in Callender. Mr. Armstrong was born in Illinois in 1877 and came to Webster County in 1906. He is married to Agnes Ward and they have one child. Mr. Armstrong was Vice President of the Farmers Elevator Company.

Ascherl, A. W. He is a Farmer living in section 6 of Washington Township with a Post Office in Duncombe. Mr. Ascherl was born in Austria in 1859 and settled in Webster County in 1893. He is married to Mary E. Fagan, and they have six children.

Atherton, Jay. F. Grain Dealer, Otho. 1878.

Badger Savings Bank, General Banking, G. W. Maher, President; C. Knudson, Vice President; T. A. Peterson, Cashier, Badger.

Barkhaus, F. He is a Farmer living on Section 30 of Badger Township with a Post Office of Fort Dodge. Mr. Barkhaus was born in Germany in 1875 and settled in Webster County in 1903. He is married to Mary Neuhaus. They have two children.

Barner, Steven, He is a Farmer living in section 34 of Jackson Township with a Post Office of Clare. Mr. Barker was born in Pennsylvania In 1855 and settled in Webster County in 1878. He is married to Linda Rentz, and they have one child.

Barnum, Roy. He is a Farmer living in section 16 of Gowrie Township with a Post Office in Gowrie. Mr. Barnum was born in Illinois in 1876 and settled in Webster County in 1901. He is married to Eva Abduda, and they have 4 children. He served as a member of the School Board for seven years.

Barrett, M. J. He is a Farmer living in section 24 of Fulton Township with a Post Office of Moorland. Mr. Baird was born in Webster County and has served as School Director for two years, as Township Assessor for four years, and as Constable for one year.

Bartlett, T. O. Livery and Feed Stable in Callender. Mr. Bartlett was born in Ohio in 1860 and settled in Webster County in 1890. He is married to Fanny Pomeroy and they have 3 children. He held office of Marshall for two years.

Bastion, F. E. He is a Farmer living in section 15 of Colfax Township with a Post Office of Duncombe. Mr. Bastian was born in Germany in 1869 and settled in Webster County in 1876. He is married to Katie Koester, and they have two children.

Bateman, Robert. He is a Farmer living in section 22 of the Yell Township with a Post Office in Dayton. Mr. Bateman was born in Ohio in 1836 and settled in Webster County in 1882. He is married to Elizabeth M. Porter.

Baumchen, A. He is a Farmer living in section 21 of Jackson Township with a Post Office in Clare. Mr. Baumchen is a native of Illinois and was born in 1861 and settled in Webster County in 1892. He is married to Anna Prieskorn, and they have 3 children. Mr. Baumchen was Township Trustee for two years, Director of the Telephone Company for 4 years, and is Director of The Farmers Elevator Company at present. His property is known as a Cedar Lawn Farm.

Beauman, Walter. Restaurant and bakery in Gowrie. Mr. Beauman was born in Iowa in 1876 and settled in Webster County in 1906. He is married to Lulu Higginger, and they have one child.

Becher, R. C. Harness Dealer in Fort Dodge.

Beck Drug Company. Dealers in Drugs, Medical Appliances and Toilet Articles in Fort Dodge.

Beckman, G. A. He is a Farmer living in section 36 of Burnside Township with a Post Office in Dayton. Mr. Beckman is a native of Germany and was born in 1867, and settled in Webster County in 1901. He is married to Emma Freistad, and they have seven children.

Beckwith, J. A. He is a Dealer in grain, Lumber and coal. and lives in Lena. Mr. Beckwith was born in Illinois in 1869 and settled in Webster County in 1904. He is married to Carrie Ferguson, and they have three children. Mr. Beckwith served as School Treasurer for three years and is Postmaster at present.

Behrens, Albert. He is a Farmer and Stock Raiser and lives in section 14 of Deer Creek Township with a Post Office in Humboldt. Mr. Behrens is a native of Webster County and was born in 1875, and is married to Winnie Wolfraim, and they have four children.

Behrens, John A. He is a Proprietor of Deer Creek stock and Poultry farm and Breeder of Percheron Horses, Shorthorn Cattle, Poland China Hogs, and white Wyandotte chickens. He lives in section 27 of the Deer Creek Township with a Post Office of Fort Dodge. Mr. Behrens is a native of Webster County have been born in 1877. He is married to Altha Ehmke, and they have one child.

Behrens, William. He is a Farmer living in section 12 of Johnson Township with a Post Office of Clare. Mr. Behrens is a native of Illinois and was born in 1868, and came to Webster County while one year old. He is married to Lena Sheideman who was born in Illinois in 1876.

Bell, A. He is a Farmer and Stock Raiser and lives in section one of Yell Township with a Post Office of Dayton. Mr. Bell is a native of Webster County, was born in 1856, and is married to Josephine Viola Denton. They have 11 children.

Bemrick, Jacob. He is a Farmer living in section to Johnson Township with a Post Office in Clare. Mr. Bemrick is a native of France and was born in 1860, and settled in Webster County in 1893. He is married to Margaret Hunter, and they have 5 children. Mr. Bemrick served in the French army during the war with Tunis, Africa, in 1880 and 1881.

Benoit, A. J. He is a Farmer and Stock Raiser and lives in section 2702 Jackson Township with a Post Office in Clare. Mr. Benoit was born in Illinois in 1874 and settled in Webster County in his early childhood. He is married to Catherine Ivory, and they have two children. Mr. Benoit served as School Director for three years.

Benoit, Louisa. She is a Farmer and lives in section 34 in Jackson Township with a Post Office in Clare. Mrs. Bennett was born in Germany in 1840 and settled with her husband Joseph Benoit (deceased) and Webster County in 1880. She is the mother of 10 children.

Berg, Albert. Farmer and Stock Raiser. He is a Breeder of Duroc Jersey Hogs and Buff turkeys and lives in section 9 of Roland Township with a Post Office in Callender. Mr. Berg is a native of Iowa, was born in 1885, and is married to Clara Evans. He served as Road supervisor for one year.

Berglund, J. E. He is a Farmer and lives in section 26 of Hardin Township with a Post Office in Stratford. Mr. Berglund is a native of Sweden, was born in 1881, and settled in Webster County in 1904. He is married to Carrie Wistrom, and they have one child.

Bergman, Andrew. He is a retired Farmer living in section 36 of Burnside Township with a Post Office in Dayton. Mr. Bergman was born in Sweden in 1833 and settled in Webster County in 1892. He is married to Stina Andrews, and they have 5 children.

Bergman, August. He is a Farmer, Stock Raiser and an apiarist. He lives on section 36 and Burnside Township with a Post Office in Dayton. Mr. Bergman is a native of Sweden and was born in 1863 and settled in Webster County in 1882. He is married to Anna Louise Peterson.

Bergman, Benjamin. He is a Farmer and Stock Raiser and lives in section 28 of Yell Township with a Post Office of Dayton. Mr. Bergman was born in Sweden in 1883 and settled in Webster County in 1905.

Bergman, Carl. He is a Farmer and lives in section 36 of Yell Township with a Post Office in Stratford. Mr. Bergman was born in Sweden in 1871 and settled in Webster County in 1904. He is married to Christina Johnson, and they have 3 children.

Bergman, Henry. He is a Farmer and Stock Raiser and lives in section 28 of Yell Township with a Post Office in Dayton. Mr. Bergman is a native of Sweden and was born there in 1879. He settled in Webster County in 1903.

Bergman, John. He is a Farmer and Stock Raiser and lives in section 28 of young Township with a Post Office in Dayton. Mr. Bergman is a native of Sweden and was born in 1877, and settled in Webster County in 1895.

Bergman, Leonard. He is a Farmer, Stock Raiser, and apiarist. He lives section 36 of Burnside Township with a Post Office in Dayton. Mr. Bergman was born in Sweden in 1865 and settled in Webster County in 1892. He is married to Amanda Peterson and they have four children.

Berryhill, R. B. and Company. Book Dealers, Fort Dodge.

Bettinger, Emil. He is a Farmer living on Section 22 of Jackson Township with a Post Office in Clare. Mr. Bettinger was born in France in 1856 and settled in Webster County in 1891. He is married to the late Christina Ehil, and is a father of nine children.

Bjorkgren, John L. He is a Farmer and lives on section 33 of Dayton Township with a Post Office in Dayton. Mr. Bjorkgren is a native of Sweden and was born in 1836, and settled in Webster County in 1875. He is married to Caroline Lindquist and they have eight children.

Bilstad, G. S. He is a Farmer and lives in section 4 of Roland Township with a Post Office in Callender. Mr. Bilstad is a native of Norway and was born in 1867, and settled in Webster County in 1873. He is married to Mary Edwards, and they have 5 children. Mr. Bilstad held office as School Director for two years.

Bilstad, J. S. He is a Farmer and lives in Section 1 of Roland Township with a Post Office in Callender. Mr. Bilstad was born in Norway in 1856 and settled in Webster County in 1875. He is married to Anna Soli, and they have six children.

Bird, I. (I. Bird and Company). Dealers in Grain, coal, Feed, brick and tiles. They operate in Moorland. Mr. Bird was born in Wales, England, in 1853 and settled in Webster County in 1902. He is married to Ella Francis and they have 5 children. Mr. Bird served as School Director for two years.

Bishop, F. O. Dealer in furniture and Undertaker. Gowrie.

Black, Archie. He is a Farmer and lives on section 33 of Johnson Township with a Post Office in Knierim. 1865.

Black, Daniel. He is a Farmer and lives in section 33 of Johnson Township with a Post Office in Knierim. 1880.

Blaha, Frank, Sr. He is a retired Farmer and lives in section 34 Fulton Township with a Post Office in Moorland. Mr. Blaha is a native of Bohemia and was born in 1836 and settled in Webster County in 1868. He is married to Marie Turik, and they have four children.

Blaine, C. L. He is a Farmer and Stock Raiser and lives in section 15 of Douglas Township with a Post Office in Fort Dodge. 1868.

Block, G. H. He is a Farmer living in section 18 of Fulton Township with a Post Office in Moorland. Mr. Block was born in Illinois in 1876 and settled in Webster County in 1904. He is married to Louise Siebels, and they have two children.

Blomgren, O. F. He is the Manager of Andrew Wood Company in Gowrie. Mr. Blomgren was born in Webster County in 1871 and is married to Jenny Leuerson. They have six children. He is a graduate of Bethany College Lindsborg, Kansas, has served as Town Clerk for 8 years and at present is holding office of councilman and member of the Board of Education. He is a prominent in the order of the Knights of Pythias and the Odd Fellows. He is also a member of the calorie counter band and is one of the leading citizens of Gowrie.

Bloomquist, O. A. He is a Farmer living in section 2 of Clay Township with a Post Office in Otho. Mr. Bloomquist is a native of Webster County having been born in 1884.

Boehm, O. L. Dealer in Groceries. Fort Dodge.

Boston Store. Dealers in Dry Goods, clothes, and shoes. Fort Dodge.

Bowen, Dr. W. W. Physician and surgeon Fort Dodge.

Brady, James. Livery and sale Stable. Fort Dodge.

Bragg, C. T. He is a Farmer and Stock Raiser and Breeder of Thoroughbred Shorthorn Durham Cattle. He lives in section 23 of Gowrie Township with a Post Office in Gowrie. Mr. Bragg was born in Virginia in 1858 and settled in Webster County in 1880. He is married to Addie Bass, and they have six children. He held office as School Treasurer for 11 years.

Brandt, Hans. He is a Farmer and lives in section 9 of Roland Township with a Post Office in Callender. Mr. Brandt is a native of Denmark and was born in 1859 and settled and Webster County in 1886.

Brandt, R. P. He is a Farmer living in section 9 of Roland Township with a Post Office in Callender. Mr. Brandt was born in Denmark in 1833 and settled in Webster County in 1886. He is married to Christina Jensen, and they have eight children.

Brennan, P. F. He is a Farmer and lives in Section 8 of Deer Creek Township with a Post Office in Clare. Mr. Brennan was born in Illinois in 1883 and settled in the Webster County in a 1907. He is married to Ellen Price.

Brundien, P. W. Livery Stable. Dayton.

Bruner, Grant. Dentist, Fort Dodge.

Bryant, C. A. County Clerk, Fort Dodge.

Burnquist Hardware Company. Dealers in Hardware. G. T. Bygel, Secretary and Treasurer.

Buscher, Fred. He is a Farmer living in section 30 of Washington Township with a Post Office in Duncombe. Mr. Buscher was born in Indiana in 1868 and settled in Webster County in 1901. He is married to Catherine Thiner, and they have 9 children

Butler, R. J. Photographer, Fort Dodge.

Buxton, Thomas. He is a Farmer and Stock Raiser and lives in Section 8 of Deer Creek Township with a Post Office in Clare. Mr. Buxton was born in Iowa in 1870 and settled in Webster County in 1900. He is married to Emma Sisson. They have 5 children.

Byrne, M. F. He is a Farmer and lives in section 34 of Johnson Township with a Post Office in Barnum. Mr. Byrne settled in Webster County in 1861.

Callender Grain Company. Dealers in Grain, Coal, Tile and livestock. Grinding a specialty. H. E. Fits, Manager, Callender.

Callender Savings Bank, General Banking, E. O. Fits, President; B. Larson, Vice President; H. J. Fits, cashier. Callender.

Callaghan, A. J. He is a Farmer living in section 36 of Jackson Township with a Post Office in Clare. Mr. Callaghan was born in Webster County in 1870.

Campbell, James. Brick & Tile Manufacturer, Lehigh.

Campbell, J. R. He is a Farmer living in section 16 of Cooper Township with a Post Office in Fort Dodge. 1884.

Carlin, C. G. He is a Farmer living in section 28 of Clay Township with a Post Office in Gowrie. Mr. Carlin was born in Sweden in 1852 and settled in Webster County in 1883. He is married to Amy Lundgren, and they have 5 children. He has served as member of the School Board for six years and as Justice of the Peace for two years.

Carlson, C. J. Dealer in General Merchandise, hardware and farm implement. Lanyon. Mr. Carlson is a native of Iowa and was born in 1872 and came to Webster County in 1876. He is married Annie Christina Johnson, and they have four children. Mr. Carlson held office of justice of the Peace for four years and is Postmaster at present.

Carlson, Frank. He is a Farmer and Stock Raiser and Breeder of Registered Thoroughbred Shorthorn Cattle. He lives in section 32 of Dayton Township with a Post Office in Harcourt. Mr. Carlson was born in Sweden in 1858 and settled in Webster County in 1880. He is married to Hannah Strand, and they have seven children. He held office as member of the School Board for 10 years.

Carlson, Swan J. Farmer and Director of Farmer’s Elevator. He lives in section 26 of Gowrie Township with a Post Office of Gowrie. Mr. Carlson was born in Sweden in 1860 and settled in Webster County in 1893. He is married to Tillie Swanson, and they have eight children. Richard Carlson was a member of the School Board for nine years.

Cavanaugh, E. L. Dealer in Farm Implements, buggies and Automobiles. He lives in Clare. Mr. Cavanaugh was born in Iowa in 1869 and settled in Webster County in 1871. He is married to Sadie Hood, and they have 5 children. He held office of School Treasurer for six years and as City Councilman for three years.

Challgren, A. J. Banker, Harcourt. Mr. Challgren was born in Illinois in 1883 and came to Webster County in 1884. He is married to Frances Bird, and they have one child. Mr. Challgren held office of Town Clerk and as member of the School Board.

Chalgren, O. E. Dealer in Grain and livestock, Harcourt. Mr. Sharon was born in Illinois in 1878 and settled Webster County in 1866.

Challgren, Swan, retired Farmer, Gowrie. Mr. Sheldon was born in Sweden in 1842 and settled in Webster County in 1888. He is married to Eugre Anderson, and they have six children. Mr. Challgren served as Township Trustee for 16 years and as member of the School Board for 10 years.

Chalstrom, S. A. He is a Farmer who lives in section 32 of Clay Township with a Post Office in Gowrie. Mr. Chalstrom was born Webster County in 1875 that is married to Hilda Anderson. They have one child.

Chapin, L. R. Dealer in Lumber, Fort Dodge.

Chelgren, C. A. He is a Farmer living in section 27 of Fulton Township with a Post Office in Callender. Mr. Chelgren was born Webster County in 1876 and is married to Maggie Blunt. They have two children.

Christensen, Chris. He is a Manager of Jay. H. Quill & Company. He has a lumber yard in Badger. Mr. Christensen was born in Denmark in 1876 and settled Webster County in 1905. He is married to Marie Jepsen and they have 3 children. Mr. Christenson holds office as School Director and Township Clerk.

Christopherson, C. He is a Farmer in Eagle Grove. Mr. Christopherson was born in Norway in 1864 and settled in Iowa in 1894. He is married to Ingher Baughston.

Churchill, Dr. C. H. Physician and Surgeon, Fort Dodge.

Clagg, E. D. Dealer in Hides, Wool, and Furs. Fort Dodge.

Clarkins, D. He is a Farmer living in section 18 of Douglas Township with a Post Office of Fort Dodge. 1980.

Clawson, J. J. (J. J. Lawson & Son). Dealer in Furniture, Carpets, and Rugs and lives in Duncombe. Mr. Clausen was born in Denmark in 1862 and settled in Webster County in 1888. He is married to Martha Case, and they have seven children. He served as Township Trustee for 10 years and councilman for four terms. He has been a member of the School Board for the past 17 years, and holds the office of Postmaster at present.

Clouss, Albert. He is a Farmer living in section 33 of Jackson Township with a Post Office in Clare. Mr. Clouss is a native of Webster County, was born in 1875, and is married to Bessie Blake. They have two children.

Clouss, Charles. He is a Farmer living in section 33 of Jackson Township with a Post Office in Clare. Mr. Clouss was born in Germany in 1831 and settled in Webster County in 1869. He is married to Teresa Waldburger, and they have 5 children. He served during the war of 1848 for three years.

Clouss, Frank J. Farmer and Stockraiser, Breeder of Thoroughbred Red Polled Cattle and Poland China Hogs. He lives in section 4 of Johnson Township with a Post Office in Clare. Mr. Clouss was born in Webster County in 1871 and is married to Sadie Blake. Mr. Clouss’ property is known as “Crimson Stock Farm.”

Cochran, F. G. Farmer and Stockraiser, Breeder of Poland China Hogs. He lives in section 9 of Fulton Township with a Post Office in Bartlett. Mr. Cochran was born in Pennsylvania in 1860 and settled in Webster County in 1884. He is married to Laura McNeil, and they had seven children. Mr. Cochran served as Township Clerk for 8 years and as Township Trustee for seven years.

Coffin, L. S. President of the Railroad Employees of America at Highland Park and a lecturer. He lives in section 14 of Douglas Township with a Post Office of Fort Dodge. 1855.

Colby W. H. H. and brothers. Livery Stable, Fort Dodge.

Call Drug Company. Dealers in Drugs, Medical Appliances and Toilet Articles. Dayton.

Coleman, Jerry, Farmer. He lives in section 13 of Douglas Township with a Post Office in Fort Dodge. 1875.

Collins, C. C. Superintendent. Cardiff Gypsum Plaster Company. He lives in section 4 of Pleasant Valley Township with a Post Office in Fort Dodge. 1865

Collins, Henry. Farmer and Coal. He lives in section 16 of Pleasant Valley Township with a Post Office in Fort Dodge. 1863.

Collins, Orrin W. Dealer in Coal, Wood and Feed. Fort Dodge. Commercial National Bank, General Banking. J. W. Campbell, Cashier, Fort Dodge. 1883. He is married to Laura Holden and they have 5 children.

Cronin, Frank. He is a Farmer living in section 28 the Badger Township with a Post Office in Fort Dodge. Mr. Cronin was born Webster County in 1883.

Crooked Creek Railroad and Coal Company. G. E. Burnham, President; F. Paul Stone, Vice President; C. L. Burnham, Secretary; L. A. McMurray, Treasurer; W. H. Whiteford, General Manager, R. Addy, Auditor, Lehigh.

Crouse, W. H. He is a Farmer and lives in section 24 of Washington Township with a Post Office in Evanston. Mr. Krause was born in North Carolina in 1849 and settled in Webster County in 1869. He is married to Louisa Smith. Mr. Crawford served in the 37th North Carolina infantry and held office as a member of the School Board for five years.

Crowley, John. Livery Stable and Draying, Vincent. Mr. Crowley was born in Ireland in 1869 and settled in Webster County in 1897. He is married to Kate Bresneau, and they have two children.

Curyea, E. S. Livery Stable and Draying, Callender. Mr. Curyea was born in Iowa in 1885 and settled in Webster County in 1892 he is married to M. Wright, and they have one child. He held office of Marshall and Street Commissioner for one term.

Conlee, S. D. Dealer in Ice and Proprietor of Opera House, Lehigh. Mr. Conlee was born in Illinois in 1858, and came to Webster County in 1861. He is married to Ella Corey, and they have two children. Mr. Connelly held office of Postmaster for 8 years, and City Treasurer for 18 years, and as Township Trustee for several more years.

Conway Brothers. Dealers in General Merchandise. Fort Dodge.

Corey, C. S. Dealer in Drugs, Medical Appliances, and Toilet Articles. Fort Dodge.

Cox, N. F. Cashier. First National Bank. Lehigh

Craigmile, Henry V. He is a Farmer living in section 31 of Roland Township with a Post Office in Farnhamville. Mr. Craigmile was born in Illinois in 1858 and settled in Webster County in 1882. He is married to Jane Walker, and they have 3 children.

Crilly, P. J. Livery Stable and Transfer, Dealer in Farm Machinery, Windmills, and Pumps, Clare. Mr. Crilly was born in Webster County 1856 and is married to Rosanne Donahue. He held office of Deputy Sheriff for four years.

Crimins, D. J. He is a Farmer living in section 15 of Elkhorn Township with a Post Office in Fort Dodge. 1874

Crimmins, E. H. He is a Farmer living in section 9 of Elkhorn Township with a Post Office in Fort Dodge. Mr. Crimmins was born in Webster County in 1879.

Cronin, Dan. He is a Farmer living in section 28 of Badger Township with a Post Office in Fort Dodge. Mr. Cronin was born in Ireland in 1836 and settled in Webster County.

Cutting, John. Farmer. He lives in Section 3 of Webster Township with a Post Office in Lehigh. Mr. Cutting settled in Webster County in 1861 and is married to Abby Porter, and they have ten children. He held Office of Justice of the Peace for two terms.

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