ABRAHAM, Wilson T.

ABRAHAM, HOWELL, HUTTON, HOLSINGER

Posted By: Joey Stark
Date: 1/29/2006 at 11:36:21

"Port. & Biog. Album", Jefferson & Van Buren Counties, page 200

Wilson T. ABRAHAM, farming and stock-raising, Sec. 12, Locust Grove Twp., born on the farm which is still his home. His father, Charles ABRAHAM, was a native of Ohio, and his mother, whose maiden name was Elizabeth HOWELL, was born in Indiana. They were married in the latter state and came to Jefferson County in 1842.

Our subject chose as a helpmate and companion on life's journey, Miss Laura HUTTON, their union being celebrated in Dec. 1878, in Jefferson County, the birthplace of Mrs. ABRAHAM. Her parents, Levi and Nancy (HOLSINGER) HUTTON, were natives of Indiana and Penn. respectively, and came to Iowa in a early day, settling in Liberty Township, Jefferson County. Both are now deceased, having been called to their final rest some years ago, Mr. HUTTON dying in 1860 and Mrs. HUTTON in 1867.

Note: Levi & Nancy HUTTON bur. Brethren Cem. V2. Chas. & Elizabeth ABRAHAM, Brooks Cem. V1.

*Transcribed for genealogical purposes; I have no relation to the person(s).