Forcum, J. B.

FORCUM, GAITHER

Posted By: Gary Norris (email)
Date: 12/7/2012 at 08:44:33

The History of Poweshiek County, Iowa
Des Moines: Union Hist. Co., 1880.

FORCUM, J.B. - Jackson Twp. - pg 648. Contractor and builder, Montezuma. Was born in the State of North Carolina, December 19, 1835, and was there raised and educated. While young he learned the carpenter trade, and followed it until October 31, 1866, at which time he came to Iowa and settled in Poweshiek county. Has since been engaged in working at the contractor and builder - s business, and, being a practical workman, enjoys a good share of the patronage of the people. In 1862 he entered the Quartermaster - s Department. Also saw considerable field service, being with Gen. Lee through his entire campaign. Mr. Forcum was married in North Carolina, October 25, 1866, to Miss Martha E. Gaither. By this union they have five children: Eugene D., Lucian B., Theophilus W., Preston L., and Mary R.