Pg. 69 - Industrial Review, Biographies and Portraits of Leading Citizens.

DR. F. A. ULEN

     Dr. F. A. Ulen, a doctor of dental surgery, is a gentleman of high standing and well and favorably known throughout Harrison County.
     He was born in Caseyville, Kentucky, October 11, 1868, the son of Benjamin F. and Elizabeth Ulen.  At the age of seventeen he moved to Evansville, Indiana, where he remained until he graduated from the Louisville College of Dentistry in May, 1901.
     November 26, 1891, he was united in marriage at Evansville, Indiana, to Miss Clara B. Smith of that city and two children, Hall and Frank, have been born.
     Dr. Ulen is a Knight Templar and also a leading member of the Knights of Pythias lodge.  He belongs to the Presbyterian Church and is at the present time superintendent of the Sunday-school of this church.
     Although he has been in Corydon but a few years he is gaining an enviable business reputation and is a man that applies himself very closely.
     Dr. and Mrs. Ulen are both well known in the social circles of Corydon society.

SUNSHINE NURSEY

     An enterprise that has grown into prominence in Harrison County and one that is worthy of the patronage of the surrounding territory is the Sunshine Nursery, located six miles northwest of Corydon, and is owned by Charles and J. T. McClaren.  It contains forty acres of land, most of which is used exclusively in growing only the best varieties of nursery stock.  J. T. McClaren, the junior member of the firm, superintends this nursery personally, and spares no effort toward supplying each of their many customers with the best stock of any variety of fruit trees they choose to purchase.  As evidence of quality of their nursery stock they were awarded a bronze medal by the International Jury of Awards at the Louisiana Purchase Exposition and World's Fair at St. Louis on their famous Hosier Cling Peach, Jonathan and Akin Red apples.

PHILIP H. SCHOEN, m. d.
New Middletown, Indiana

    A progressive physician that keeps abreast of the times in the study of his profession, and with the modern appliances for the treatment of disease, is a doctor that is sure to make a success of his vocation, and the subject of this sketch is just such a physician.  Dr. Schoen's offices, which are attached to his handsome two-story residence in New Middletown, are among the best equipped in this state.
     Aside from the various other apparatus he has installed a twenty-four disc "Betz" Static Machine with complete X-Ray attachment, which is propelled by a gasoline engine.  This is the only X-Ray machine in the county.  The number of diseases that can be successfully treated with a machine of this kind are almost innumerable, but among those with which it is especially effective are rheumatism, neuralgia, nervous diseases, cancer and skin diseases.

GEORGE B. BYRUM

     A prominent and enterprising business man well known to the people of his community is George B. Byrum, of Laconia, a son of Louis and Rebecca J. (Dodd) Byrum, and was born July 21, 1864, at Laconia.  He attended the common schools of his community and later completed his education at the New Albany Business College and is a graduate of that institution.  After leaving school he taught school for two terms.  Was married in 1886 to Ella E. Harbaugh and to them was born two children, Stanley C. and Wiley E.  His wife died July 25, 1895, and in October 1897, he was again married to Lula A. Boone.  Mr. Byrum is a member of the Presbyterian Church and the I. O. O. F. lodge.  He has for several years been engaged in the merchandise business at Laconia, where he enjoys a prosperous and liberal patronage, the result of his sound business principles.  Mr. Byrum at all times is putting forth every effort to serve his customs and always carries a complete line of general merchandise and his prices are always the lowest consistent with good business principles.

DR. AMZI WEAVER

     The people of Elizabeth are indeed fortunate in having among them to minister to their needs in time of sickness such a man and physician as is Dr. Amzi Weaver, son of William and Louisiana Weaver, born in Harrison township November, 25, 1873.  After graduating from the Corydon High School in 1894 he served as County Superintendent from 1897 to 1903 and in 1900 entered the Kentucky School of Medicine and later graduated from that institution.  In the fall of 1904 he located at Elizabeth and after receiving his degree as physician began the practice of medicine and has built up a fine practice through his close application to business.  Although one of the younger practicioners, he is already recognized as a skilled physician.
     He was married to Miss Dottie Funk on December 9, 1894.

WILLIAM HABERMEL
Real Estate and Insurance Agent.

     Represents good companies; writes Life, Fire, Accident and Health Insurance.  Deals in both farm and town property.  Prompt attention given to all business entrusted in his care.  Office in rear of Conrad's music store.

PETER LOEW

     The subject of this sketch, Peter Loew, was born at Lanesville, Ind., April 23, 1863, and is the son of Henry and Margaret (Hann) Loew.  His early life was spent working on the farm and attending the parochial school of Lanesville.  In 1887 he engaged in the cooperage business, which vocation he has since followed, though of late years he confines his products to that of lard tierces and pork barrels, for all of which he finds ready sale at Louisville, Ky.
     On September 16, 1890, he was married to Anna M., daughter of Godfred and Christina (Lotz) Reising, and to this union six children were born, five of whom are living Charles G., Elnora C., Mary L., Clements J. and Adel E.
     Mr. Loew owns the residence in which he resides, has stock in the Creamery, and is one of Lanesville's energetic and progressive citizens, always ready to lend a helping hand in anything that is calculated to be for the betterment of the community.  He belongs to the Mutual Aid Society and the Catholic Church.

JESSE L. WATSON
Trustee of Washington Township

     An interesting personage is the subject of this sketch, Mr. Jesse L. Watson of Washington township, who is now serving as township trustee.  He was elected on the Democratic ticket to his present office in 1904, in a Republican township of over sixty-five majority.  An incumbent of the office of township trustee he is serving diligently and faithfully, giving entire satisfaction to his constituents and winning laurels to his own credit.
     Mr. Watson is a prosperous and extensive farmer and one of the best known in Washington township.  He owns a rich  and productive farm of 275 acres, with wheat and corn as the chief products.  He is an influential member of the M. W. a. and I. O. O. F. lodges and holds his membership in the Congregational Church.  In his earlier days he was a school teacher for ten years and attained some degree of prominence as a pedogogue.
     Mr. Jesse L. Watson is the son of John and Mary (Gardner) Watson and was born near Central, Indiana, on March 9, 1864.  On March 22, 1887, he was united in marriage to Miss Ambrosia Tranum, this union having been blessed with three children, Elsie, Loren and Floyd.  Mr. Watson is a highly respected citizen and has always borne a splendid reputation as an honest and upright gentleman.

JAMES B. STEWART

     To a large majority of the people of Harrison and adjoining counties the name of James B. Stewart of New Albany, Indiana, is extremely well known both in a business and social way.  Mr. Stewart is a native of Harrison County and is a son of Samuel N. and Elizabeth (Cathright) Stewart.  He was born in Posey Township, January 22, 1858, reared on a farm and attended the common schools.
     February 12, 1879, he was married to Miss Laura B. Kron, daughter of Daniel and Jane (Cooper) Kron and three children, Ada Lee, Maude and Jesse, are the fruits of this union.
     Mr. Stewart is a traveling salesman of twelve years' experience and as such has been most successful.  He first engaged with Brown's Seed Store in 1894 and for two years served this institution.  In 1896 he was employed by the Borehead Fertilizer Company of Chicago and continued in their service until 1898, when he went with the Hopkins Fertilizer Company of New Albany, Indiana, with whom he remains for two years, and in 1900 he engaged with his present employers, The Bowker Fertilizer Company of Cincinnati, Ohio.  Mr. Stewart is a hard worker for the firm and is a pleasant and good natured gentlemen.  He owns forty-six acres of fine river bottom land near Sugar Grove.

CLARENCE E. BRISCOE, M. D.

     Briscoe, C. E., M.D., physician and surgeon, Depauw, Indiana, was born near this place August 29, 1876, the son of Anthony W. and Margaret (Sappenfield) Briscoe.  Dr. Briscoe has been a student all his life, having first attended the common school of Blue River Township; he then entered the Valparaiso School, from which institution he graduated in 1894.  He was a teacher in Harrison County for five years and as such proved him self most efficient.  In 1897 he attended one term of school at the Indiana University in Bloomington and then choosing the medical profession he entered the Kentucky School of Medicine in 1900, and being determined to gain for himself a thorough knowledge of the profession, during vacations he assisted Dr. Henry Orendorf of Louisville, Kentucky, a most noted specialist in Genito Urinary Venerial and skin diseases.  On July 1, 1903, the doctor graduated with high honors in his profession, after which he located his home town of Depauw, Indiana, where he began the practice of medicine and has since enjoyed a most satisfactory and increasing patronage.  Judging by his past as a student, his business methods and his gentlemanly and courteous treatment toward all, we predict for him a most enviable future.
     On July 16, 1902, the doctor was united in marriage to Mollye R., a daughter of George and Anna (Curd) Read, and one child, Georgia R., is the fruit of this union.
     Dr. Briscoe is a prominent and influential member of the K. of H. and M. W. A. lodges and of the PhiChi Medical fraternity of Louisville.

GEORGE R. MILLER

     George B. Miller, Franklin township's worthy trustee since January 1, 1905, was born in Harrison township January 1, 1861, the son of John and Elizabeth (Walter) Miller.  Reared on a farm he attended the common schools and March 23, 1884, was married to Mollie A. daughter of Harvey and Nancy A. (Byerley) Johnson, and two children, Walter C. and Harvey J. have been born.
     Politically Mr. Miller is a democrat and fraternally belongs to the I. O. F. and K. P. lodges.  He is a leading farmer and is highly respected by his many acquaintances.

AMOS LEMMON
Deputy Clerk of Harrison County

     Amos Lemmon, the subject of this sketch, was born August 3, 1850, in Franklin Township,  Harrison County, Indiana.  He attended the common schools of the county and received what education they afforded, later supplementing it with a course at the University of Hartsville, Inc., after which he was engaged in teaching school in Harrison County.  From 1871 to 1883 he was engaged as a clerk at Rockport, Inc.  Returning to Corydon he was appointed Deputy Clerk and served for fourteen years, and was elected and served one term as County Clerk.  At present he is Deputy Clerk and his past experience makes him a valuable man in his position.
     Mr. Lemmon has twice been married, his last wife being Miss Dora Sonner, daughter of John P. Sonnner.
     Mr. Lemmon has for twenty-eight years been a member of the I. O. O. F. lodge and attends the Presbyterian Church.  He owns the farm of eighty acres on which he resides, two and one half miles southeast of Corydon.  He is well known throughout the county and affiliates with the Democratic party.

S. T. BRISCOE & COMPANY

     The town of Depauw is well represented in the mercantile business, but a concern that is and always has lent great assistance to the progress of this vicinity is the firm of S. T. Briscoe & Company..  this is one of the most complete stores in the county.  Everything that is ordinarily needed for the home or the farm is carried at this store.  A partial list of the varied stock that is carried is as follows:  Dry goods, ladies' and gents' furnishings, notions, hats, shoes, clothing, hardware, queensware, crockery, glassware, groceries, drugs, patent medicines, farmers' tools, farming implements, fertilizers, steel fencing, etc., etc.
     Every department is complete in itself.  The stock is displayed in a very convenient manner and the patrons of this store get the very best service possible.
     Mr. Briscoe has had a lifetime experience in the store room and knows the wants of his patrons and sees to it that they are finished only with the very best goods and merchandise, which he purchases from the leading concerns of this country.  He also deals in produce of all kinds and pays the farmers the highest cash prices for their marketing.  The firm formerly consisted of Sherman T. Briscoe and his father, Anthony W. Briscoe, but after the death of his father Sherman became the sole owner.
     Sherman T. Briscoe was born at Depauw, Indiana, October 10, 1866, and is the son of Anthony W. and Margaret (Sappenfield) Biscoe.  In his youth he worked on the farm and attended the Central Normal College at Danville, Indiana, and for a time he taught in the public schools of the county.
     He was united in marriage to Miss Emma Smith, daughter of Hiram and Martha (Tipton) Smith, June 10, 1894, and to them two children, Loran and Waldo, have been born.
     In November 1905, he was appointed to fill out the unexpired term of the office of trustee of Blue River township, his predecessor, Mr. John O. Green, having died in office.  In this position Mr. Briscoe is proving to be a most worthy incumbent and is dispatching the township's affairs in a capable and businesslike manner.
     He owns a farm of 280 acres in Blue River township, in which he takes a great deal of interest.  Socially, he is an influential member of the Modern Woodmen lodge, a leading Democrat of the county and a citizen that is hightly esteemed in the community in which he lives.

W. H. ROSENBARGER

     The old saying of "Sweets to the Sweet" can find many places, but in none is this idea more readily carried out than at the confectionary establishment of W. H. Rosenbarger, located in the business center of town on the south side of the public square.  Here will be found all varieties of the finest candies, nuts and fruit, as well as a complete line of the leading brands of cigars and tobacco.  There is also a soda fountain operated here, and the finest soda water with the purest and best fruit flavors is found at all times.
     Another feature of this establishment is the manufacture of ice cream where all varieties of the very best of cream may be had, and at most reasonable prices.
     In connection with the confestionary and ice cream parlor there is a restaurant which adds greatly to the many desirable features of this resort.  There is no better cooking found in any restaurant in this part of the state, and the meals are served in a most appetizing manner.  Mr. Rosenbarger is one of our most progressive and enterprising business men and believes in quality, cleanliness and quick service in the efficient management of any eating house.

DR. I. L. NEELY

     Dr. I. L. Neely, physician and surgeon of Corydon, was born in Scott township, February 6, 1856, and is the son of Daniel and Rachel (Cunningham) Neely, his parents being of Scotch-Irish descent.
     He graduated from the common schools at the age of fifteen and followed the vocation of a pedagogue for thirteen years.  His common school education was supplemented with a teachers' course at the Central Normal University of Danville, Indiana, from which institution he graduated in 1877.  He entered the Kentucky School of Medicine in 1881 and 1882, and for nineteen years practiced his profession in Scott township.  In 1901 he removed his family to Corydon, took a post graduate course in the same institution and then opened up his office in this place.
     Dr. Neely was elected trustee of Scott township three times and served in this capacity for eleven years and four months.
     On November, 2, 1879, he was united in marriage to Mary F. Taylor daughter of Nathon and Harriet (Applegate) Taylor, and four children have been born.  The three living are Dr. Lonnie S., Gertrude L. and Tilford J.
     Dr. Neely is a member of the Odd Fellows Lodge and Lutheran Church, and is one of Corydon's best and most successful practitioners.

MRS. SALLIE KINTNER JONES

     Sallie Kintner Jones, one of Corydon's oldest residents, is a lady who is held in high esteem all over the state of Indiana, and possesses all those true and womanly qualities which instantly command respect.
     Mrs. Jones was born in Corydon on November 25, 1843.  She attended the common schools and later took a course in the Ohio Female College of Cincinnati.
     On November 8, 1881, she was united in marriage to Major William T. Jones, a noted lawyer of Corydon, who died a year later.  Major Jones served with the Seventeenth Indiana Volunteers in the war of the rebellion and at one time was associate justice of Wyoming Territory.  Later he was territorial delegate to Congress.
     Dating back to the year of 1835 we find the name of Kintner connected with the leading hostelry of Corydon, of which mention is made in the historical section of this volume.
     The proprietor of this pioneer hotel, Jacob W. Kintner, was the father of Mrs. Jones.  After the death of Mr. Kintner, her brother William W. Kintner, continued to run the house until his death in 1896.  Mrs. Jones still owns the property but is not connected with the management of the hotel.  The business is however, continued under the old name of the "Kintner House".
     In 1899 Mrs. Jones was appointed State Corresponding Secretary and Organizer for the Christian Women's Board of Missions of the Christian Church.  this work requires her entire time and takes her to all parts of this state.
     Mrs. Jones is a pleasant conversationalist, a gifted and forceful writer and is faithful and sincere in her work, which to her indeed a "labor of love."
     She has been an active member of the Christian Church since 1869 and has always lent her assistance to the church and Sunday-school work.

WILLIAM B. LUDLOW

     William B. Ludlow, the present Sheriff of Harrison County, was born at Rehoboth, Harrison County, Indiana, December 26, 1858, where he grew into manhood.  He attended the public schools of his district and led the life of a farmer's son until 1880, when he decided that opportunities were greater in the Great West, and, like the multitudes to follow Greeley's advice to "Go West", he cast his lot with them.  He finally located in Kansas, where he prospered and made a start in life.  Leaving the sunflower state in 1882 he removed to Louisville, Kentucky, and entered the employ of the Central Passenger Railway Company, and remained there for six years.  In 1888 he returned to Harrison County and on November 18, 1892 was united in marriage to Miss Mary Shreck.  To this union were born three children, E. Monzelle, Annie L. and Mardie Fay.  In November, 1904 he was elected on the Democratic ticket to the Sheriff's office, which he still holds with credit to himself and the people he serves.  Mr. Ludlow has gained a reputation as one of the best Sheriff in the history of the county, which he justly deserves through his efficient and untiring efforts to perform the duties of his office.  He has never required the assistance of a deputy except during the term of court.
     Mr. Ludlow is a member of the local Tribe Ben Hur and in political and social life is known as a man of sound morals and a loyal citizen.

PLEASANT JENKINS

     Pleasant Jenkins was born in Franklin township June 2, 1869, the son of Leroy,  of Clark County, and Charlotte (Baylor) Jenkins, of Floyd County Indiana.  Mr. Jenkins attended school at Corydon and Danville, Indiana, and later was engaged as a teacher.  Was married April 12, 1896, to Lizzie Johnson, daughter of Harvey and Nancy (Byerly) Johnson, and to them one child, Velsie, was born.  Mr. Jenkins still resides in Franklin township, the place of his birth, and owns a splendid farm of fifty acres, well improved and in a good state of cultivation.  He is a highly respected member of the I. O. O. F. lodge and a sincere worker in the ranks of Odd Fellowship.
     Elected by the Township Trustees June 1st, 1905, to the office of County Superintendent, which position he still holds and is giving entire satisfaction in this capacity, which he is well qualified to fill.  Attending strictly to the duties of the office, he has justly earned a distinction of being one of the best County Superintendents in the history of Harrison County.

WILLIAM A. RUSSELL

     When you take your best girl out for a drive, you certainly want a horse that is capable of holding up his head and a rig that is stylish and up-to-date in its appointments and trappings.  Many liveries make a habit of foisting almost any kind of a rig on their patrons claiming that this is the last one to be had in the stables and that all the other rigs are out.
     This practice may be all right with transients, but with people who live here permanently, it soon gives them a bad reputation.
    At the stables located on Market Street near the South bridge everyone is treated alike, and there is no horse or vehicle in this stable that is not first-class in every respect.
     The owner of this stable, William A. Russell, takes great pride in the care of his horses and rigs and that especial attention be given each patron.
     Mr. Russell is also an Auctioneer of many years experience and his success as such has been phenomenal.  He has a commanding appearance, is a fluent talker, and quickly catches the eye of a prospective purchaser, which enables him to handle a great number of articles in a reasonable time and to the satisfaction of his employer.  His charges are reasonable and he is ready to make sale dates with the public on short notice.
     William A. Russell, son of William H. and Martha (Sands) Russell, was born near Laconia, Indiana, January 10, 1873.  In early life he worked on the farm and graduated from the common schools.  On September 19, 1892, he was united in marriage to Miss Kittie E. Rosenbarger and to this union three children have been born, two of whom are now living.
     Mr. Russell was assessor of Boone township from 1900 to 1904.  Owns eighty acres of land in Harrison township, is a stockholder in The Corydon National Bank and is a member of the M. E. Church.

LEVI S. HOTTELL

     Among those engaged in the farming business of Harrison County none is more widely known than Levi S. Hottell, son of Levi and Christiana (Snyder) Hottell, born near Corydon August 5, 1867.  Attending the public schools he grew to manhood on the farm and has since continued to follow this occupation.  Married in August, 1901, to Effie Conrad, the daughter of David and Elizabeth Conrad.  He owns a fine piece of farm land in Scott township, consisting of 225 acres.  Was elected by the Democratic party in 1904 to the office of township trustee and continues to hold the office and is making a judicious and efficient officer for his township.  Mr. Hottell holds his membership in the Lutheran Church and is also a most earnest member of the M. W. A. lodge.
     Still actively engaged in farming he enjoys the reputation of a prosperous and conservative business man and a spirited and active citizen of Harrison County.

C. J. TREECE

     One of the most highly respected and influential citizens of Elizabeth, this sketch, Mr. C. J. Treece.  He was born at New Albany, Indiana, Aprli 19, 1852, and is a son of Jacob and Dianah (Hammond) Treece, the father a native of Germany, was born June 2, 1824, and the mother a native of Harrison County, Indiana, was born June 13, 1829.  In youth he attended the common schools, and at the age of twenty engaged at the carpenter and builders trade, which vocation he followed for a number of years.  During his experience as a builder he was very successful and many are the evidences of his skill and workmanship in the surrounding country.  He built the present school building at Elizabeth after having cut the hill down five feet before laying the foundation.
     October 20, 1887, he engaged in the furniture business and as funeral director and embalmer at Elizabeth, where he has since continued to carry a complete stock of furniture and a fine line of undertakers goods, making a specialty of the undertaking and embalming business.  He was the first person in this part of Southern Indiana to hold State license as an embalmer, and his many years of experience has gained for him a substantial patronage.
     On October 4, 1874, he was married to Anna M., daughter of Jesse Jr. and Sarah A. (Brinley) Potts, and to this union two children were born one of whom, Flora A., wife of Robert C. Best, is living.
     Mr. Treece has stock in the Eureka and Harrison County Telephone Companies and the Elizabeth Creamery.  He is a strong adherent of the Prohibition party, a member of the I. O. O. F., Ben Hur, M. W. A., Rebecca and the Golden Cross fraternities  and belongs to the M. E. Church.

FRANK E. WATSON
Auditor for Harrison County

     At New Middletown, Indiana, Frank E. Watson, son of A. H. and Mary (Hedges) Watson, was born July 11, 1877.  Mr. Watson attended Central Norman College at Danville, Indiana.  After leaving college he gained a livelihood teaching school and earned a reputation as an instructor.  November 18, 1903, he was married to Henrietta, daughter of Captain John W. and Elizabeth (Seig) Marshall.  From January 1, 1903 to April 14, 1904 he diligently served as deputy auditor under G. L. Hess, who died in office.  Mr. Watson was at once appointed to fill the unexpired term and at the last election was elected by the Democratic party to said office.  After the death of his predecessor he served for the same salary as he received as deputy and gave the difference in the proceeds of the office to the widow of Mr. Hess, and at all times has contributed liberally to her support.  Mr. Watson is a stockholder in the First National Bank, a member of the K. of P. and M. W. A. lodges and is a member of the M. E. Church.
     His start in life is due wholly to his own efforts and today is one of Corydon's most promising and rising young men, living with an ambition to fulfill the trust and confidence vested in him.  He is a firm believer and advocate of Democracy and a prominent and influential citizen.

AQUILA D. FLESHMAN, A. B.

     Aquila D., the son of Abraham and Mary (Burford) Fleshman, was born in Washington township July 3, 1870, and remained on the farm until the age of twenty.  He entered the Indiana University and graduated from the literary department in 1898.  He also studied law during his stay in Bloomington and was admitted to the Corydon bar in 1899.  He was  a teacher in the public schools for seven years, served as deputy prosecuting attorney for four years and for a time engaged in the life insurance profession.  On January 1, 1906, he was engaged as traveling sales man for the Washburn-Crosby Milling Company of Louisville, Kentucky, and is regarded as one of their most valuable men.

THOMAS G. VAN HOOK

     Among the professional men of Corydon and one who has built up a very substantial business is Thomas G. Van Hook, D. D. S.
     Dr. Van Hook was born at Borden, Clark County, Indiana, June 6, 1869, the son of James M. and Lenora (Bellows) Van Hook.  In early life he attended the common schools and worked on a farm, and later attended the normal school at Valparaiso.  For four years we find him engaged in teaching in the common schools of Clark County.  Later he entered the Louisville Dental College and on June 18, 1896, he received a gold medal and graduated from that institution with second highest honors.
     On November 9, 1904, he was married to Miss Daisy Martin, daughter of Charles and Mary Martin.
     The doctor is a member of the Masonic and K. of P. lodges and has always borne a splendid reputation and is a young man whose future gives promise of a bright and prosperous career.

PHILIP E. LOTICH

     A firm which has been very successful in every way since its inception among the business enterprises of Corydon is that of Philip E. Lotich, son of Philip and Wilhemina (Jacobs) Lotich, born in Harrison County March 22, 1859.  His early boyhood days were spent on the farm and attending the public schools.
     On September 18, 1884, Mr. Lotich was united in marriage to Miss Cora E., daughter of John H. and Kate Shields, and to this union six children were born, five of whom are living,  namely: Elsie K., Alma E., Edna E., J. Stanley and C. Wayne.
     When sixteen years old, Mr. Lotich took up the trade of blacksmith, which vocation he followed most successfully for twenty-five years.  In the fall of 1900 he was elected on the Democratic ticket to the office of Sheriff of Harrison County in which office he served four years in a most proficient and satisfactory manner.  On retiring from office he engaged in his present business, which is located on the east side of the public square, and which is equipped with every convenience necessary to carry on a first class harness, stove, tin roofing and guttering business.
     At this store may be found first a large stock of best coal and wood heating stoves and a fine assortment of cook stoves, including coal, oil and gasoline stoves, as also the noted Jewel Ranges of all patterns, the make that is rarely equaled and never excelled.  In this department is also found a nice line of cutlery that is worthy of careful inspection and a comparison of prices.
     In connection with this department is a nice line of granite and tinware, including all articles pertaining to use in the kitchen.
     The tin roofing, guttering and repairing is under the personal supervision of Mr. Tom Barbee, who needs no introduction as a first class workman in this branch, as is evidenced by the numerous jobs requiring none but a skillful workman, that he has done throughout this county.
     Next will be found a large stock of harness of all kinds.  Mr. John P. Miner, a harness maker of many years experience (one who is thoroughly familiar with all the details of the manufacture of harness from the time hides are taken to the tanner, to the completion of a set of harness) is kept busy supplying the increasing demand for harness made here.  Saddles, lap robes and whips of all grades and styles are also in evidence and at reasonable prices.
     Mr. Lotich is a hustling and enterprising business man and gives his entire attention to his business.  He is a member of the M. W. A. lodge and is highly respected by all who know him.

MEL WOLFE
Traveling Salesman

     Among the various professions there is none that requires more skill and general knowledge of human nature than is required of a traveling salesman, and a man that makes complete success of this vocation, as has the subject of this sketch, is deserving of great credit.  Mr. Wolfe entered the employ of The Brinley Hardy Company of Louisville, Kentucky, eight years since and during this time has built up an enviable reputation and ranks among this firm's most valuable men.  He is known throughout his territory as a genial, honest and conscientious salesman and is always "loaded" with a number of the latest jokes which he relates to his patrons in a most pleasing and entertaining manner.
     Mel Wolfe, son of Samuel t. and Magnolia Wolfe, was born in Washington township, Harrison County, Indiana, July 26, 1869.  Attending the public schools of his township he secured what education they afforded.
     On December 23, 1891, he was united in marriage to Fairy Windell, and to them one child was born, Daisy, who is now in her eleventh year.
     Mr. Wolfe is an influential member of several secret orders of the highest standing, of which we might mention the F. and A. M., K. of P., M. W. A. and U. C. t., and holds his membership in the Presbyterian Church of Corydon.

REV. J. M. FOWLER

    Rev. J. M. Fowler, whose picture is published herewith, has been a minister of the United Brethren Church for forty years.  He is a speaker of much eloquence and one of Harrison County's most prominent preachers.  In 1888 he was elected, on the republican ticket, as a member of the Indiana legislature and served two years, 1889 and 1890, in this capacity.

GEORGE H. FELLER.
Restaurant and Confectionery

     A popular young man of Corydon whose enterprise has gained for him a reputation all over the county as an honest and  conservative business man is George H. Feller, who operates a restaurant, confectionery and ice cream manufacturing establishment and has fitted up in the room adjoining two fine bowling alleys of regulation length, supplied with all the necessary paraphernalia used in this popular recreation or pastime.  This business has been in operation for a number of years and his place is a popular resort.
     One of the chief accessories to a good meal is a clean and healthy, as well as homelike, place in which to eat it.  In this respect there is no superior in Corydon and the neat appearance the place has on entering is only augmented by the fine display of the many good things to eat.  Here the man whose time is limited has the advantage of a first-class lunch counter where short orders are served at all hours, and in a manner that invites his continued patronage.
     All sorts of candies and confections, pure bon-bons, fruits, cigars and tobacco, to please the taste of all, can be found here at all times, and these are offered at tempting low prices.  the building occupied by the restaurant and confectionary is 19x60 and is conveniently arranged for the successful operation of the business.
     Mr. Feller is the son of Gideon and Harriett Feller and was born in Corydon on September 6, 1878.  After leaving the public schools of Corydon he learned the carpenter's trade and followed this vocation previous to embarking in his present enterprise.
     October 14, 1902, he was married to Miss Porta Cox, daughter of Albert Cox, and to this union one child, Mildred, was born. 
     Mr. Feller is a member of the I. O. O. F. and M. W. A. lodges and is recognized as a man of sterling qualities and his business integrity has gained for him a reputation enjoyed only by those whose ambition in life is worthy of recognition.
     He holds his membership in the Christian Church and is a loyal citizen, interested in the progress and advancement of his community.

HENRY WRIGHT

     A prominent Democrat of Harrison County and one who has been actively engaged in its political affairs for a number of years is Henry Wright.
     In 1885 he was elected County Recorder of Harrison County, and served until 1887.  Was appointed and served under William Meyer as Deputy Treasurer from 1894 to 1896.
     During his career he has served as deputy in the Assessor, Clerk, Auditor, Sheriff and Treasurer's offices and is prefectly familiar with the inside affairs in the various county offices.  He has settled a great many estates and one of the largest in the history of Harrison County was that of the estate of Louis Surkant and two children which he successfully settled.  For eighteen years he taught school in Harrison County and attained quite a reputation for himself as a pedagogue.  For eight years he was assistant County Superintendent.  He was one of the original stockholders of the Building and Loan Association of Corydon, is one of the stockholders of the Corydon National Bank, and is a member of the Board of Trustees of Central University, Indianapolis.
     Notwithstanding his large reversals he is today a self-made man and his business ability and moral integrity is recognized throughout the county.  He owns a splendid farm on the pike worth $6,000, which is in good state of cultivation.
     Mr. Wright is the son of Jackson and Mary A. Wright, born in Harrison township March 18, 1847.  As a boy he worked for his father on a farm and attended the common schools and received such education as they afforded which was later supplemented with a High School course at Corydon.  March 18, 1883, he married Miss Isabelle Windell, daughter of Phillip D. Windell.
     Mr. Wright is an influential member of the I. O. O. F. lodge and holds his membership in the United Brethren Church.

DR. JOHN C. BOTTORFF
Physician and Sugeon

     Dr. John C. Bottorf was born in Clark county, Indiana, August 9, 1866, and removed with his father to Harrison County in 1871.  Reared on a farm and attending the common schools, he later attended the Corydon High School.  In 1893 he entered the University of Louisville, Medical Department, from which institution he graduated March 30, 1896, and located in Corydon, where he has since continued in the general practice of medicine.

DR. W. H. DAVIS
Physician and Surgeon

     The vocation of physician is a most important one in any community, and among those most favorably known is the subject of this sketch.
     Dr. Willliam H. Davis was born near Corydon, Indiana, October 8, 1849, and is the son of Clemmons and Amanda (Edmondson) Davis.  He was reared on a farm in Spencer Township and taught school in this county three years.
     The years 1873 and 1874 he took a medical course at Ann Horbor, Michigan, and in 1875 began the practice of medicine at New Middletown, Indiana.  In 1881 he entered the University of Medicine at Louisville, Kentucky, and graduating from this institution in 1882, he again took up the practice of medicine at New Middletown.
     On April 23, 1879, he was united in marriage to Sabina J. McRae, daughter of Franklin and Rachel (Sands) McRae, daughter of Franklin and Rachel (Sands) McRae, and of this union two children were born, Pearl H. and Percy L.
     On July 1, 1903, he removed to Corydon, and purchased the drug store of Dr. Lawson where he now conducts one of the leading drug stores of the town.
     The business management is under the doctor's personal supervision, and he takes pride in keeping the purest drugs and chemicals of all kinds of stock.
     Dr. Davis is a member of the Harrison Co. Medical Society and of the Methodist Church.

GEORGE K. GWARTNEY

     Among the many enterprising and leading citizens of Corydon there are none who are more generally acquainted and favorably known than the subject of this sketch, George K. Gwartney.
     Mr. Gwartney was born in Mauckport in 1856 and reared on a farm.  After leaving the common schools he attended the State University at
Bloomington and for a time taught school in Harrison County.  Coming to Corydon Mr. Gwartney read law in the office of Douglas & Stockslager, was later admitted to the Harrison County bar and served one term as prosecuting attorney of this Judicial Circuit, 1886 to 1888, being elected on the Democratic ticket.  For sixteen years he owned and edited the well known Democratic organ of Harrison County, the Corydon Democrat.
     Mr. Gwartney was first married May 15, 1882, to Kittie, daughter of Dr. H. S. and Anna (Bence) Wolfe, and of this union a daughter, Nellie, wife of Ben S. Applegate, was born.  In 1884 Mrs. Gwartney died and six years later, April 13, 1891, Mr. Gwartney was again married, to Rose B., daughter of J. J. and Harriet Bulleit, and to them four children have been born, three of whom are living, Irene, Byron and Mildred.  For a number of years Mr. Gwartney has been engaged in the practice of law and carries on a general collection agency, where he receives and collects accounts for various institutions throughout the country.  Besides his law and collections he also handles real estate, both town and farm property, and could point to many who have profited by his advice and by the bargains he offered, and is ever ready to give all clients the benefit of his long training in this line of industry.  He also does an insurance business, and is the local representative of the following companies:  Connecticut, Glens Falls, Prussian National, Germania, Ohio Farmer and the Union Central Life.
     Fraternally Mr. Gwartney belongs to the following lodges:  Masonic I. O. O. F., K. P., M. W. A., Maccabee and Ben Hur, and is a member of the M. E. Church.

WILLIAM H. ROOSE
Depuy Prosecuting Attorney of Harrison County

     William H. Roose, the present Deputy Prosecuting Attorney of Harrison County, appointed under John W. Ewing January 1, 1905, to serve two years, was born in Taylor township January 6, 1878, the son of William C. and Lula G. (Newbill) Roose.  He was united in marriage August 25, 1897, to Miss Louetta Gibner, daughter of Jesse and Fannie (Cunningham) Gibner, who bore him three children.  On May 11, 1903, he was admitted to the practise of law at the Corydon bar and has established a good practise in this county.  In his position as Deputy Prosecuting Attorney he is handling his duties in a manner worthy of commendation and is a hard working Democrat, always fighting for the success of his party.
     Mr. Roose is a member of the Presbyterian Church and belongs to the M. W. A. lodge.

JUDGE A. L. REYNOLDS

     This is a good likeness of Corydon's efficient town clerk, A. L. Reynolds, aged 55 years.  As an evidence of Mr. Reynold's popularity suffice it to say that he has continually been elected to his office since 1892, and received at the last election the largest vote cast for any candidate.  The Judge is a staunch Odd Fellow, and for twenty-one years has been the Financial Secretary of Gregg Lodge Number 235 I. O. O. F., of Corydon.

SAM P. VOGT
Harness and Saddlery

     In no department of her many industries has Corydon found a greater impetus to her progress on modern lines than is our popular young merchant, Sam P. Vogt, who has a reputation extending throughout the length and breadth of Harrison county for honest dealings, gentlemanly qualities and sound business principles.  He has long been known in our commercial and social circles as a man of sterling qualities and is a popular member of the local M. W.  A. and K. of P. lodges.
     The concern as it now stands, located in its present commodious quarters, occupies a building covering a ground space of 30x60 feet and is equipped with all modern appliances for the handling of his goods and the manufacture of harness and saddlery.  A specialty of this concern is the making of harness for farm and driving purposes and the quality, durability and workmanship in the Construction of their goods is the best that can be found anywhere at any price.  Buying the very best leather to be used in the construction of these high grade goods and employing a thoroughly experienced workman, Mr. George Wahl, who is perfectly familiar with every detain of harness making, gives a guarantee that the quality and durability stands par excellence and the best recommendation any merchant could desire for his goods is the words of praise by the many farmers of Harrison County who are using his harness exclusively.  In fulfilling the requirements of the trade in Harrison County, dealers have long since ascertained the fact that it requires a large and varied assortment of goods and nowhere in the county can a larger number of different patterns and styles be found than in Mr. Vogt's store.
     In the other branches of his business are to be found nothing but the best in the respective lines.  Here can always be found a good stock of stoves including everything desirable in this line, including hard and soft coal and wood heaters, gasoline stoves, cook stoves and the famous Peninsula Ranges which is ever a source of pleasure and comfort to the  housewife.  Another feature deserving of mention is the extensive line of tin and enameled ware carried by this enterprising merchant.  All kinds of tin work, roofing, guttering, etc. is also done and this firm has established a reputation for their high grade work and the first class material they use.
     Mr. Vogt employs the services of Mr. Frank Neely who is a first class tinner and his work has been favorably commented on for skill and workmanship.
     First engaging in business in Corydon, Mr. Vogt purchased the business of V. J. Bulleit and for some time conducted the business.  Later he sold out the Messrs. Lotich and Barbee who after conducting the business here for a while, removed it to the east side of the public square.  After being out of the business for nine months Mr. Vogt bought a new and complete stock of goods and again engaged in business at old stand where he is today enjoying a liberal patronage from old and new customers. 
     In a brief review of is early history Sam is the son of Henry and Louise (Snider) Vogt, born in Franklin township, November 5, 1876.  As a boy he was reared on a farm and attended the common schools of his district, later attending school at Danville, Indiana.  For ten years he was a teacher in the public schools of Harrison County and gave entire satisfaction wherever he taught.
     On May 7, 1899, he was united in marriage to Nellie K., daughter of Ephriam Hickman, and to this union were born two children, one of whom, S. Harlan, is living.
     Mr. Vogt is a leading Democrat and holds his membership in the Lutheran Church.

WILLIAM JACOBI
Undertaker

     One of Morgan Township's most progressive and influential farmers that is worthy of special mention is William Jacobi, who was born near Bradford, Indiana, Dec. 16, 1869, and is a son of Philip and Catherine (Lagel) Jacobi, both of whom were natives of Germany.  Reared on a farm and attending the common schools, he later engaged in farming for himself and today is one of the most successful farmers of the county.  Aside from his farming interests he is alsoin the undertaker's business with John F. Gettlefinger, their location being on the Paoli pike three miles east of Palmyra.
     On November 27, 1894, the Rev. Andrew Schaff united in marriage William Jacobi and Laura L., daughter of Martin and Teresa (Sperzel) Naville, and to them eight children have been born, six of whom are living, Basil, Joseph, Irma, Violet, Mary and Hilda C.
     Mr. Jacobi is a faithful member and is a trustee of St. Michael Catholic Church at Bradford, and is well and favorably known for his high moral standing and gentlemanly manners.

JACOB L. O'BANNON

     A man with widespread and popular reputation, a business man of broad experience and sound ability, prompt and straightforward in all his dealings, and has long been known in our commercial and social circles as a gentleman of sterling integrity is the Honorable Jacob L. O'Bannon, son of Presley N. and Elizabeth, March 10, 1860, securing his education from the public schools and the Normals of Elizabeth and Corydon.  Married December 30, 1885, to Carrie Fox, daughter of George W. and Mary (Ross) Fox, and has five children.  Monnie N., Nellie F., Zipah M., Hazel B. and Presley N.  For twenty years Mr. O'Bannon taught in the public schools of Harrison County and in 1890 was admitted to the bar of Harrison County and served as a member of the Indiana Legislatures of 1897 and 1899.  At present he is engaged as traveling salesman for the D. M. Osborne Harvestering Company, of Auburn, New York, and is held in high esteem by the company he represents.
     As a public speaker and orator his services are much in demand, being the possessor of a clear and forceful voice a quick and ready with and a natural ability to entertain and audience.

CORT S. SHARP

     Cort S. Sharp, of Harrison County, was born September 19, 1870, at Corydon and attended the public schools of this county.  Was married to Bettie Eckart September 17, 1891, and has five children.  Mr. Sharp is a member of the M. W. A. lodge of this place and owns two tracts of 418 acres of rich farming land in Harrison township.  At present he is engaged as purchasing agent for the Wood Mosaic Flooring Company, one of the largest and leading companies of Indiana, and no contract is too large or too small for his consideration.  A business man of rare executive ability and in social life he is known as a gentleman always ready to lend a helping hand to a worthy cause.

S. D. BARTLEY

     The subject of this sketch, S. D. Bartley, was formerly a teacher in the public schools for ten years and was later a traveling representative for the Keller Manufacturing Company, of Corydon, but at present is a salesman for the Brinley-Hardy Company, of Louisville, Kentucky.
     Mr. Bartley attend school at Lebanon, Ohio, and is a graduate of National Normal University.  At present he is interested in the Corydon Canning Company, being one of the stockholders.  He is an earnest worker in the K. of P. and W. C. T. lodges and holds membership in the Christian Church of Corydon.
     Bearing a splendid reputation he is held in high esteem by the business community and is a valuable man to the firm he represents.

DR. FRANK E. WOLFE

     Another prominent and successful physician of Harrison County is Dr. Frank E. Wolfe, son of Dr. Z. C. and Martha R. (Gwartney) Wolfe, born March 30, 1876, at Mauckport, Indiana.
     Dr. Frank E. Wolfe attended school at De Pauw University and in 1897 graduated from the Kentucky School of Medicine at Louisville.  January 26, 1898, he was married to Miss Eva M. Kilker and two children, Katheleen and Stanley, are the fruit of this union.  The doctor, since graduating, has practised at Georgetown, Indiana, and Houston, Texas and is now located at Lanesville this county, and has an office equipped with all the modern appliances known to the medical profession and his popular reputation is justly merited by his enterprising business principles.

MICHAEL GLEITZ.
Commissioner of Harrison County

     Michael Gleitz, one of Harrison County's largest and most successful farmers, was born in Elsass, Germany (at that time under the control of France) on November 7, 1838.  He came to America in 1855 and landed at New Orleans.  Then he came to Franklin township, but later located on the farm where he now resides.
     He was married to Christina Muegler, April 4, 1864, who bore him eight children.  She having died October 27, 1895, he was  again married, to Mary Deitrich on January 17, 1897, and to this union three children have been born, two of whom are living.
     Twice Mr. Gleitz has been elected to the office of County Commissioner, the first term from 1899 to 1902, and the second term from 1905 to 1908.  He has also served one term as County Coroner, 1891 to 1893, and during this term of office he was Sheriff of the County for thirty days.  He was president of the Harrison County Fair in 1897.  In all of the above positions "Uncle Mike" has made a sterling officer, whose integrity has never been questioned.  He stands at all times for  what he thinks is right, it matters not who it hurts or helps, and this accounts, to a great extent, for his popularity as a County Commissioner.
     Mr. Gleitz owns 520 acres of the best farm land in the county, his farm being located on the Corydon and New Albany turnpike two miles east of Corydon.  On this farm he has recently erected a beautiful two-story dwelling in which he resides.  Everything about the place, and in fact the whole farm, is kept very neat and clean and "Uncle Mike" takes great pride in keeping it so.  The principal crops he raises are wheat and clover.
     He holds his membership in the German Lutheran church near Lanesville and is recognized as one of the principal supports of the congregation and an earnest church worker.

DAVID C. HARPER
Byrnville, Indiana

     Artistic Piano and Organ Tuner.
          Repairing,
          Regulating,
          Voicing,
          Varnishing
               and
          Case Polishing.

Business established in 1895.  Piano and Organ Case and action parts made to order.  Musical instruments of all kinds repaired.
          Baldwin experienced.

JOHN P. RIDDLE

     John P. Riddle, son of Peter and Mary (Netz) Riddle, was born near New Middletown January 8, 1861.
     Reared on a farm and attending the common schools he later engaged in the wall paper and house painting business.  He carries a complete stock of wall paper and having many years experience in the business can furnish and hang paper and paint your house in the most pleasant styles and colors and at most reasonable charges.
     Mr. Riddle was married August 4, 1898 to Lizzie, daughter of Jacob and Anna M. (Kost) Ging.
     He is a prominent member of the M. W. A. lodge and is one of Corydon's enterprising citizens.

C. W. CONRAD & SON

     C. W. Conrad was born in Harrison County, 1857, and received his education in the public schools of the county and in the American Conservatory of Music of Chicago.  From his early years he has been devoted to music in one form or another.  His boyhood days were spent on his mother's farm, his father having died when he was only eleven months old.  His first step in public life was that of teaching vocal music in the country churches, but that being too limited, he preferred traveling and conducting musical conventions in this and adjoining states, in which he had marked success, having a direct power of getting people together and arousing enthusiasm.  For eighteen years he has been engaged in the sale of pianos and organs, having broken the record of any salesman in the central states.
     Claude H. Conrad was born in 184.  He received his education in the public schools and in the Ohio Valley Normal College of Corydon.  In early childhood he showed an intense love for music, and advanced very rapidly.  He graduated in the art of piano tuning in 1904.  He is now with his father. C. W. Conrad, conducting the piano and organ business at Corydon, Indiana, which was organized September 1, 1905, under the firm name of Conrad and Son Music Company, but of whom are without question the right men in the right place.

PETER S. WRIGHT

     Peter s. Wright, a son of Eli and Phoebe Wright, was born near Corydon, Indiana, February 4, 1858.  In youth he worked on the farm and attended public school at Corydon.
     He owned the operated the Corydon and New Albany state, 1881 to 1883.
     December 2, 1882, he was married to Miss Lizzie Brown and to them two children were born, of which Adolph is still living.
     He was Coroner of Harrison County from 1897 to 1901 and again elected in 1904.  He also served as Constable and Jailor.  Mr. Wright operates the blacksmith shop at the old Weaver stand and is an honest and accommodating gentleman.

D. M. ROWLAND
Traveling Salesman

     D. M. Rowland, the son of William and Mary (Long) Rowland, was parents having come from Washington County.  In his early life he secured what education the public schools afforded and learned the painter and paper-hangers trades.  He conducted a grocery store in Corydon for a number of years and later a wall paper store, but in January, 1903, he was engaged as traveling salesman for Hetterman Bros., wholesale cigar dealers of Louisville, Kentucky, the position he now holds.  He has built up an enormous trade for his employers in his territory and is one of this firms most valued me.
     On January 13, 1880, he was married to Sallie D. Wright, daughter of Samuel J. and Sarah (Slaughter) Wright and to them was born one child, Mary.  Mrs. Rowland died April 23, 1902.
     "Mitch," as he is familiarly known, is a leading and influential Republican and belongs to the M. W. A. and T. P. A. lodges.

TRUSTEE AND TEACHERS OF HARRISON TOWNSHIP
1905 - 1906

Top Row:
L. V. Brown - No. 1, Corydon
Alma Black - No. 4, Corydon
Ambrosia Hurst - No. 18, Corydon
Straude Bulleit - No. 3, Corydon

2nd from Top Row:
Clarence Stonecipher - No. 2, Corydon
Wm. Hauswald - No. 8, Corydon
C. L. Dick - No. 15, Corydon
Sam Windell - No. 6, Corydon
D. C. Kintner - No. 17, Corydon

3rd Row from Top Row:
Dan Sharp - No. 1, Corydon
Thos. A. Patterson, Trustee Harrison Township
D. W. Shaffer - No. 14, Corydon

4th Row from Top:
Hugh Rhodes - No. 9, Corydon
Arvel R. Snyder - No. 20, Corydon
Robert Albin - No. 11, Corydon
Dan Neely - No. 16, Corydon

5th Row from Top:
John Duley - No. 10, Corydon
W. W. Windell - No. 12, Corydon
C.C. Crosby - No. 13, Hill Grove
H. E. Baxley - No. 5, New Middletown
 

Residence of Robert Gibson, Corydon

WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP TEACHERS.

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Ethel Youtsler, No. 4, Mauckport
Mayme Hardsaw, No. 2, Valley City

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Horace Sonner, No. 2, Valley City
Elmer Funkhouser, No. 3, Mauckport

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Gertrude Hottel
No. 7, New Amsterdam

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Harvey Stoner, No. 1, Corydon
Nellie Pitman, No. 8, Corydon

The Christian Church

Residence of William Mitchell, Corydon

Residence of Charles F. Shaffer, Corydon

Residence of John Loweth, Corydon

Residence of David Kaylor, Morgan Twp.

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Charles H. Stewart, A Leading Farmer of Posey Twp.
John N. Kost, One of the Oldest settlers of Morgan Twp.

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John Kannapel, Teacher,
No. 4, Webster Twp., New Middletown
Rev. Paul Bleuel,
Pastor St. Bernard's Church, Frenchtown

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Mrs. Julia E. Neely,
Teacher No. 3, Heth Twp., Corydon
Frank Shireman,
Teacher No. 11, Heth Twp., Mauckport

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F. M. Bartley,
John W. Lopp,
Veterans of the Civil War.

CHARLES H. READER

     The present efficient and accommodating postmaster of Corydon, Mr. Charles H. Reader, son of William and Catherine (Heth) Reader, was born in Grassy Valley, Harrison County, Aug. 25, 1846.  His early life was spent on his father's farm and attending the common schools and when fourteen years old removed to Corydon where his father engaged in the drug business.  He attended the Corydon School and the Indiana University at Bloomington and in 1868 taught school in Scott township after which he engaged as clerk in his father's drug store with whom he remained for five years.  In 1874 Mr. Reader engaged in business for himself handling a general line of insurance, continuing successfully until he took sick in 1882 which developed in irritation of the spine affecting his lower limbs and as a result was an invalid for ten years.
     Mr. Reader  was a treasurer of Corydon corporation four years, 1890 to 1894, when he was elected on the republican ticket as trustee of Harrison township.  For four years he was deputy postmaster and in the fall of 1905 received the recommendation for postmaster.  He was appointed Jan. 18, 1906 and entered on official duty Feb. 20, 1906.  He has in his employ two active and painstaking deputies in the persons of Mrs. Rhea Lamb and Miss Elizabeth Williams.
     Charles H. Reader was married Dec. 10, 1872, to Rose B., daughter of George P. R. and Sarah (Spencer) Wilson and of this union

two children were born, one of whom, Laura, wife of Victor J. Bulleit, is living.  Mrs. Reader died Mar. 8, 1882, since which his home has been with his sister.
     Socially Mr. Reader is a man who enjoys the friendship of many acquaintances, is an honest, upright citizen, esteemed for his many good qualities by all who know him.
 

JAMES W. BAXTER

Baxter, James W., M. D., Physician and Surgeon, Lanesville, Indiana was born in Harrison County May 12, 1873, the son of John R. and Mary (Applegate) Baxter from Kentucky and Indiana respectively.  Dr. Baxter received his education in the public schools and at the Valparaiso and O. V. Normal Colleges, having attended the latter two schools in the years 1893 and 1894 respectively.  He began teaching at the age of seventeen and for nine yearrs followed this profession in Harrison County.
     Choosing a medical profession he entered the Kentucky School of Medicine in the fall of 1899 and in 1903 graduated from this institution, after which he went before the State Board of Medical Registration and Examination and gained a high per cent of average.  During the same year he located at New Middletown, Indiana, where he engaged in the practice of medicine, where in February, 1904, he bought Dr. Frank E. Wolfe's location at Lanes-

ville, Indiana, to which place he removed and has since had a constantly growing patronage.  Dr. Baxter has one of the best equipped offices in the county and keeps a full and complete stock of drugs on hand at all times.
     On Apr. 4, 1895, he was united in marriage to Miss Maude, daughter of Samuel T. and Magnolia (Gwartney) Wolfe, and to this union two children have been born, Samuel M. and James W.
     He is an influential member of several fraternal, beneficial and medical orders and belongs to the Methodist Church.
     He is an influential member of several fraternal, beneficial and medical orders and belongs to the Methodist Church.

WILLIAM H. BUSSABARGER.

     William H. Bussabarger was born near Corydon, Jan. 28, 1866.  While a boy he worked on the farm and attended the common schools.  On Nov. 6, 1892 he was married to Miss Sallie C. Hickman, who has borne him one child, Hazel G.
     He is local manager of the Corydon Canning Company and is purchasing agent for the New Albany Box & Basket Factory, for whom he buys all kinds of timber.
     Mr. Bussabarger is a business hustler, a member of the K. of P. and Ben Hur lodges and the Lutheran Church.