Tinker, J. W.

TINKER, BILLINGSLEY

Posted By: Gary Norris (email)
Date: 2/21/2013 at 08:21:03

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

TINKER, J.W.—Malcom Twp—pg 877-8. Farmer and stock-raiser, section 1, P.O. Malcom. Born in Butler county, Pennsylvania, February 15, 1821, where he was educated and raised. His occupation in youth was that of a woolen manufacturer, his father being engaged quite extensively in the business. He was married, in 1855, to Miss E.J. Billingsley, of Butler county, Pennsylvania. In 1868 he moved to Poweshiek county, and settled in his present location. Their family consists of seven children living: George A., John B., Elizabeth, Anna J., Mary C., Zadie M., Charlotte A. They have lost one, a daughter, in infancy. The lives of Mr. Tinker and wife have been associated with the cause of Christianity, and they have always been liberal contributors and supporters of religious associations. His success in life may be inferred form the fact that he commenced business for himself with very limited means; through his continual industry and persistent efforts, he now enjoys the possession of a valuable farm of 80 acres, in a good state of cultivation. His farm is well stocked. His home is surrounded with beautiful groves. He takes an interest in educational matters.