For
Muscatine County Iowa
1911
| Biographies For Muscatine County Iowa 1911 | |
Source: History of Muscatine County Iowa, Volume II, Biographical, 1911, page 555
AUGUST KEMPER. About twelve years ago August Kemper, whose name stands at the head of this review, purchased the farm in Montpelier township, Muscatine county, on which he now lives and which he has developed into one of the most attractive properties of its area in the township. By previous training and experience he was well qualified for the work he assumed and the air of neatness and prosperity which prevails about the premises is proof of the thoughtful attention it receives from its owner. The farm residence is provided with modern conveniences, the outbuildings are commodious and well arranged, the fences are in thorough repair and the place is supplied with the best machinery. In all these details sound judgment has been shown and, therefore, no fields in the region yield more abundant harvests. Mr. Kemper was born in Montpelier township, September 7, 1867. He is a son of Henry and Charlotte (Weinberg) Kemper, whose record appears in connection with that of John Christopher Kemper, a brother of our subject. Edward Kemper, a sketch of whom also is given elsewhere in this work, is a member of the same family.The early education of August Kemper was received in the district schools of Montpelier township. As he grew up he assisted in the work about the house and on the home farm, showing an interest in agricultural pursuits that gave bright promise for his future. He assisted his father until twenty-one years of age and then began working for himself and five years later rented land in the neighborhood, which he cultivated to such good purpose that he was able to purchase one hundred and seventy-three acres, which constitues his home farm. He practiced economy when it was necessary in order that later in life he might possess the comforts and luxuries which he now enjoys. As a general farmer and stock-raiser he has been highly successful and each year increases his financial resources so that he is now recognized as one of the substantial and progressive men of the locality.
In March, 1894, Mr. Kemper was united in marriage to Miss Annie Hansen, a daughter of Claus and Marie (Frieberg) Hansen. By this union two children have been born: Henry and Albert, both of whom are living at home.
Mr. Kemper has never given much attention to politics, preferring to devote his energies to business affairs. However, he has served most acceptably for six years as member of the school board. He is a man of social characteristics, unassuming but courteous in manner and of recognized integrity and business ability. His sterling qualities have secured for him many friends and he is today one of the influential citizens of the county---one whose advice is often sought and whose aim it is to discharge every obligation according to recognized principles of truth and justice.
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