Hillman, James

HILLMAN, MORGAN

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Date: 11/10/2012 at 12:03:41

1880 History of Poweshiek County Iowa

LINCOLN TOWNSHIP

Page 755

HILLMAN, JAMES--Farmer, P.O. Verona. Was born in England, in June 1821, and resided there until July of 1832, when he immigrated to America. In 1854 he was married, in Lee county, Illinois, to Miss *Olvira Morgan, and in the spring of 1855 they came by wagon to this county, being thirteen days on the road. Here Mr. Hillman has been engaged in farming, now owning 157 acres of land. He was among the early settlers of the township, and is one of its most respected citizens; has held the offices of road supervisor and school supervisor for a number of years. Is a member of the United Brethren Church. Mr. and Mrs. Hillman have a family of four children: John H.H., Ida M., Eva E.and William H.
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Transcriber Note: Miss *Malvira Morgan