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         JOHN HUNTER, who was a soldier of the late war, and is a resident of Grand View, was born in Columbia County, Pa., Oct. 17, 1817. He is a son of Philip and Mary (Nangle) Hunter, who were both natives of Pennsylvania, though of German descent. The grandparents were natives of Germany, but came to America at an early day, and settled in Pennsylvania, in which State they lived and died.

In 1854, in his native county, Mr. Hunter was united in marriage with Miss Matilda Wagner, a daughter of John and Mary Wagner, who were also natives of Germany. Four years later he removed to Louisa County, locating in Port Louisa Township, where he worked at his trade of a tailor, which he had previously learned in his native State. When the war broke out he enlisted in the army of the Union, and was assigned to the 5th Iowa Infantry, in which he served three years. He participated in the battles of Iuka, Corinth, the siege and battle of Vicksburg, and numerous other engagements, being mustered out at Chicago, July 19, 1864. Returning to his home, he again worked at his trade for awhile, but is now living a retired life in the village of Grand View.

Socially, Mr. Hunter is a member of the G. A. R. Post, while politically, he has always supported the Democratic party. He has held the office of Justice of the Peace, and also served as Constable for a term of ten years. To him and his estimable wife have been born three children: Marcellus, who married Orpha Woodruff, is a graduate of the Eastern Normal School, has taught some of the best schools of the county, and is now Principal of the graded schools of Grand View; Lillie is also a graduate of the Eastern Normal College, and is a teacher of recognized ability; Nevada, the youngest child, is at home.