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         CYRUS MORGAN, of Wapello, who is a dealer in hardware, stoves and tinware, was born in South Charleston, Clarke Co., Ohio, Sept. 13, 1833, and is the son of David and Catherine (Davison) Morgan. His father was born in Hagerstown, Md., and his mother in Greene County, Ohio, their sketch appearing elsewhere in this work. Our subject received a common-school education, and came to Wapello with his parents in 1858. He learned the harness-maker’s trade in his father’s shop, and after his death, which occurred in October, 1859, Cyrus joined his brothers in carrying on the business, continuing with them until 1873, when he sold out and opened his present store.

Mr. Morgan was married at Wapello, Iowa, Sept. 29, 1864, to Miss Clarissa Drake, daughter of John and Mary (Clark) Drake, pioneers of Wapello of 1837. Mrs. Morgan was born and reared in this city, and is a member of the Baptist Church. Mr. . . .

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. . . and Mrs. Morgan are the parents of three children, two sons and one daughter: William C., Frank R. and Mary Drake, all born in Wapello. Mr. Morgan is independent in politics, and has been a member of the Wapello City Council. He is a worthy citizen and is highly respected.