Histories

Henry went by his middle name Frank, was born in Shelby county, Ohio, in 1840. He served throughout the war in the Union army, in Benton Cadets of Missouri and in Co. K, 20th Ohio Volunteer Infantry.

He came to Kansas in 1871, locating in Topeka. He came to Newton in 1873, and married Miss Kate Greer in December of the same year. He entered the transfer business upon coming to Newton, afterwards opening a coal yard. He was also the pioneer ice dealer in Newton, having an extensive business. He was prominent in Newton affairs, and held several public positions of trust.

Children: Vie, Amy, Scott, Robert, Jay and Floyd