Maxfield, C.H.

MAXFIELD, FULLER

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Date: 10/29/2012 at 11:13:12

1880 History of Poweshiek County Iowa

SHERIDAN TOWNSHIP

Page 947

MAXFIELD, C.H. -- Farmer and stock-raiser, section 9, P.O. Sheridan Center. Was born in China, Kennebec county, Maine, August 8, 1836, and was there raised and educated. His father, Nathaniel Maxfield, was an agriculturalist. The Maxfields were originally from Scotland. In 1857 the subject of this notice came to Stark county, Illinois, where he engaged in farming and remained ten years, with the exception of one year in the army. August 23, 1862, he enlisted in the marine artillery, company F. of Chicago. His duties while in the service confined him to the coast of North and South Carolina. He was honorably discharged with the balance of the company in August, 1863, and returned to his home in Illinois. In 1871 he came to Poweshiek county, locating where he now resides. Was married, August 23, 1863, to Miss Helen Fuller, of Henry county, Illinois. By this union they have five children: Fredrick Arthur, Hattie May, Charles Henry, Alice, Mertie. Mr. Maxfield owns 320 acres of land, all under cultivation, and well stocked. He makes a specialty of raising Poland-China hogs. His house is pleasantly situated, and is adorned with a fine collection of European larches and an orchard. He has held the offices of assessor, clerk and treasurer; is a member of the Masonic lodge of Tama City. He is one of the leading farmers of the township and is recognized for the zeal he manifests for all commendable enterprises.