WYNHOFF, H J

WYNHOFF - ARNEMAN

Posted By: Mary E Boyer <mebgen@yahoo.com>
Date: 2/15/2007 at 13:03:10

H J WYNHOFF
(1883 History of Bremer County - page 1065)

H. J. WYNHOFF was born in Germany on the Rhine, January 2, 1843. His education was acquired in the common schools of that country; there also, he learned the shoemaker’s trade. In 1868, he came to America, and followed his trade at West Bend, Wisconsin, for three years, and at Appleton, Wisconsin, one year. He then went to Neenah, Wisconsin, and opened a soda-water factory. After remaining there one year, he came to Iowa, and settled in Tripoli. Soon after his arrival, he opened a store, which was the pioneer one of the town, and at the time it was a great undertaking, as all of his goods had to be brought by team from Waverly, and very often the young merchant found it discouraging work. However, to succeed was his aim, and by perseverance and hard work he conquered, and now stands among the leading business men of Bremer County. Mr. WYNHOFF was appointed first postmaster of Tripoli, and also first express agent of the place, and still holds that position. He is also a member of the board of education. In 1871 he was married to Miss Lizzie ARNEMAN. They are the parents of five children - Addie, Augusta, Henry, Amanda and an infant.

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