Kilburn, F. A.

KILBURN, CHANDLER, MOODY, TIBBETT, BLANCHARD, FERRY

Posted By: Gary Norris (email)
Date: 2/2/2013 at 10:02:03

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

KILBURN, F.A.—Jackson Twp—pg 653-4. Montezuma. One of the most prominent and successful merchants of the county. Was born in Gilsun, New Hampshire, February 21, 1820, and there received a part of his education. When nineteen years of age he removed to Vermont and finished his education, after which he engaged in farming and teaching. This he continued until October, 1851, when he came to this county, and in February, 1852, went to Keokuk and purchased merchandise. On the way home he disposed of the most of it, and returning with the balance to Montezuma, he engaged in the mercantile business. He is now one of the most successful business men of this city. He is also a large land owner, having 775 acres, 600 of which are under cultivation. Mr. K. has been twice married. First, in Hartford, Vermont, June 14, 1841, to Miss Sarah Chandler. She died February 25, 1870, leaving three children, two of whom are now living: Mary H. (now Mrs. Wm. A. Moody, born June 7, 1842) and Abigail S. (now Mrs. Dr. John C. Tibbett, born November 22, 1846). Sarah is deceased. She was the wife of Judge L.C. Blanchard, and was born October 9, 1850; died February 19, 1878, leaving two children: Claude and Rose. Mrs. K. was an estimable lady, one loved and respected by all, and many mourned her loss. Mr. K.’s second marriage was February 2, 1871, to Mrs. Mary F. Ferry. They have one child, Lillian F. (born June 2, 1873). He is an extensive dealer in fine stock, and has one of the largest stock farms in the county. In the year 1872 he shipped 101 car-loads of hogs.