Sherman, Henry

SHERMAN, DUDLEY

Posted By: Doretta Pimlott Cowman
Date: 10/26/2012 at 10:46:18

1880 History of Poweshiek County Iowa

CHESTER TOWNSHIP

Page 938

SHERMAN, HENRY --Farmer and stock dealer, section 10, P.O. Chester Centre. Was born in Croydon, New Hampshire, September 10, 1832, and there remained until 1849, when he removed to Illinois, settling in Carthage. There his education was completed, after which he engaged in farming until 1853, then moving to Lyons, this State. There he continued farming and school teaching for some time and in 1857 again moved, this time coming to Poweshiek county. He is one of the oldest settlers in Chester township, being the second person to locate here. Is a man of fine business qualifications and stands high in the esteem of his neighbors; is the owner of a farm of 217 acres, and his residence is surrounded by a grove of maples; has an orchard of 250 trees. Mr. Sherman has held numerous offices in this township and county, having once been elected County Supervisor. He is also engaged in the loan business to quite an extent. His marriage was at Newport, New Hampshire, March 24, 1857, to Miss Elmira Dudley. They have two children living: Fannie Hall (now attending Iowa College) and Ralph. One deceased, Elmer H. Mr. Sherman is a member of the Congregational Church.