French, E. M., M.D.

FRENCH

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FRENCH, E. M., M.D.
Dentist, east side public square. He was born 27 May 1838 in Tompkins Co., NY. In 1866 he removed to Chicago. In 1871 he came to Newton. He first commenced the study of Medicine with Dr. WRIGHT of Elmira, NY in 1857, and graduated in New York City in 1861. He commenced the practice of his profession which he continued about five years. Since then he has added dentistry to his business, which he has followed ever since. This is the oldest dental office in Jasper Co. He served in the army as Surgeon, and was detailed on special duty. He is a Republican. ~ "Newton Township Biographies," The History of Jasper County, Iowa, (Chicago: Western Historical Company, 1878)