Palmer, A. F.

PALMER, MILLMAN, LEWIS

Posted By: Gary Norris (email)
Date: 2/19/2013 at 07:23:25

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

PALMER, A.F.—Malcom Twp—pg 871. Farmer and stock-raiser, section 31, P.O. Malcom. Was born in Tompkins county, New York, August 21, 1825, where he was educated and raised to manhood. Followed agricultural pursuits in early life and also the occupation of a school teacher. He came to this county in 1855 and settled in what is now Pleasant township; in 1860 moved to his present location, where he owns a valuable farm of 180 acres of land. His buildings are among the most comfortable in the township where he resides and in striking contrast with the humble ones he erected for his first abode in the county. His farm is well stocked. He commenced with but limited means and through his habits of continued industry and close attention to business managed to surround himself with everything necessary. He was married, November 6, 1847, to Miss Sarah Jane Millman, of Tompkins county, New York. They have eight children living: Hiram M., Ellis M., Flora Estella, John H., Eva J. (now Mrs. L.P. Lewis, of Phelps county, Nebraska), Mary J., Elmira M., Wesley Alexander. They lost one in childhood. The lives of himself and wife are closely associated with the Methodist Church and they are numbered among its zealous workers as well as liberal contributors and supporters. His hospitality is worthy of special mention. He never refuses to lend a helping hand to the needy who may seek his aid.