SNYDER, A.

SNYDER, MCEWEN, BOOR, MOSS

Posted By: Gordon Felland (email)
Date: 3/13/2009 at 12:34:56

A. Snyder came to Mitchell county in the spring of 1857, where he has ever since resided. He was born near Quakertown, Penn., June 28,1821. In 1830 he removed with his parents to Wayne Co., Ohio, where he was reared, receiving a common school education. Here he lived until 1857, when he came to Mitchell county. He was married, Feb. 17, 1848, to Ann E. McEwen. They have no family except two adopted daughters— Elmira Boor and Lulu M. McEwen. Miss Boor married Ed. Moss. Mr. Snyder is a mill-wright by trade, and being one of the pioneers has passed through the hardships and experiences incident to pioneer life. He built his present home in Newburg in 1857, where he still resides. In addition to his trade he is also interested in farming. Politically he is a staunch democrat, and has held many offices of trust. He was the first town clerk elected, and faithfully discharged the duties of that office for eighteen years.

Source: History of Mitchell and Worth Counties, Iowa, 1883, page 381.