The second marriage of our subject was with Mrs. Harriet (Maynard) Chase, who was born in Enosburly, Franklin Co., Vt. Her father, Charles B. Maynard, is a native of Bakersville, in the same county. His father, Stephen Maynard, was born in Massachusetts, and was one of the first settlers to remove from that State to Vermont, and did so at a time when the only road for the pack horses then used was that marked by the blazing of the trees.
   The wife of Stephen, the grandfather of Mrs. Vaughan, was Martha Baker. Her great-grandfather was one of the earliest settlers of Bakersfield, which was so named in his honor. In and around this town the family continued to make their home, and in its vicinity she was reared and finally married, at her home in West Enosburg, which was situated upon the outskirts of the town. To this place her father had removed after many years of residence in Bakersfield, purchased a tract of timber land, and began the clearing of the same, and so industrious was he that a good farm before very long took shape. In addition to the farming interests he established quite a large business as a cattle dealer. He continued to make this his home until his death in 1864. He was married to Eunice Sawyer, a native of Massachusetts, and daughter of Solomon and Abigail (Wheeler) Sawyer. She died upon the same homestead in the year 1847. Mr. Sawyer was a Whig until the formation of the Republican party, of which he became a member. For a period of thirty years he continued to occupy the seat of Justice of the Peace, and for two years represented Enosburg in the State Legislature. He Was not identified with any religious denomination, though always a friend to such organizations. His wife was a devout and highly respected member of the Methodist Episcopal Church.
   Mrs. Vaughan taught school for some years before her marriage, and continued to make her home with her parents until her marriage in 1861 with Royal B. Chase, who was a native of Westford, Chittenden Co., Vt. Shortly after their marriage they removed to Maquoketa, Jackson Co., Iowa, where Mr. Chase had previously purchased property. His death occurred in the year 1869, at that place, leaving his widow and one child, to whom had been given the name Hattie F., who afterward married the Rev. Isaiah W. Reed, a minister of the Regular Baptist Church, at present located in the State of Illinois.
   Mr. Royal B. Chase, the first husband of Mrs. Vaughan, was married previous to her union with him. His first wife was Effigeen Bishop, daughter of Rufus Bishop, of Jericho, Vt. Her father was a prominent and influential man in the community where he resided. By this lady Mr. Chase became the parent of two daughters: Rogene E., who became the wife of Alison A. Herrick, of West Milton, Vt., and Rocelia A., who married Judge A. L. Palmer, formerly of Lincoln, but at present of Seattle, W. T.
   Mr. Vaughan has been eminently successful in the profession which he chose, both as a pastor and a preacher, a combination by no means necessarily identical. He has won to himself many friends, and is most sincerely respected and esteemed in the community.

AMES J. ARMSTRONG, engaged in general merchandising at Waverly, is well entitled to the distinction of a pioneer of Lancaster County, as he settled here under the Homestead Act on section 32, Mill Precinct, in 1866. His acquaintance with prairie farming has been extensive, as he has owned five different farms in this county, and improved them all. He seems at length to have found the ne plus ultra, as his home in Waverly is the finest and best located in the town. He is a judicious buyer, and his promptness in meeting his obligations and his integrity have given him standing with all with whom his business relations bring him into contact. He has built up a patronage which is of mutual advantage to all concerned, and is regarded as one of the solid men of the county.
   The subject of this biographical notice is a native of West Virginia, and was born in Randolph County, Feb. 25, 1827. He is a son of Daniel and Mary (Bowman) Armstrong, natives of old Virginia, and is the fourth in order of birth in their family of six children. He grew to manhood in his native State, receiving a common-school education,

and as soon as he was able assisted on the farm. He became well instructed in agricultural duties, and resided at the homestead until twenty-five years of age, at which time he migrated to Macon County, Mo., and worked on the construction of the Hannibal & St. Joseph Railroad. He then removed to Ottumwa, lowa, where he followed teaming and also worked in the livery business, in the capacity of foreman. From Ottumwa he went across the plains to Colorado, but after a stay of two years he returned to Ottumwa. He soon afterward came to Nebraska, and located on a homestead, which he proved up and improved, giving his attention to agricultural pursuits. In 1878 he purchased another farm at North Mound, and subsequently was engaged in his vocation on different farms until 1882. During this time he owned and operated for two years a store in Saline County, this State, whence he finally removed to Waverly Village and engaged in his present business. Besides his fine residenc, he also owns the store property in which his business is conducted.
   Mr. Armstrong was united in marriage, in 1867, with Miss Clara J., daughter of John and Sarah Parker, and born in Ohio. Their union has resulted in the birth of five children--William Lee, Gilbert Parker, Mary Ellen, Robert P. and Minnie Alice. While in Colorado our subject owned and operated some gold mines, and was successful in his enterprise. In politics he is a stanch Democrat, strong in his advocacy of the principles of the party.

HARLES BURKE. Among the institutions of this county, and one which is offered to every citizen, but for various reasons almost an impossibility to natives of the Old World, is that of a home of their own, erected upon ground to which they hold the title. This possibility attracts countless numbers of the best citizens of European countries, where, despite a lifetime of toil, comparatively few can own such a property. Buda Precinct has received a large number of such, and today they are the possessors of cosy, comfortable farm buildings and homes in the midst of their own broad acres. Among those who have established themselves in the above precinct, whose home is one of the pleasantest, and whose farm is one of the most flourishing, is the subject of the present sketch, who resides upon section 22.
   Mr. Burke was born in Semlow, Prussia, on the 4th of August, 1835, and is the son of John and Mary Burke, both natives of the same country. He was reared to the estate of manhood there, receiving a good education in his native tongue, and has since acquired quite a good understanding of English. From the time of leaving school he gave his attention to farming, in order that in later years he might have the means of supporting himself and those who might be dependent upon him.
   Our subject, in October, 1862, was united in marriage with Mary Knuck. To them have been born four children, whose names are recorded as follows: Reaca, born on the 20th of November, 1865; Lizzie, June 1, 1867; Bessie, Nov. 10, 1869; and Frank, Dec. 7, 1871. The two elder children of our subject were born in Germany, and accompanied their parents to America in the summer of 1868. The Atlantic passage was made in one of the Hamburg steamers, and occupied seventeen days, landing them in the city of New York.
   Life in the New World began in Cook County, Ill., whither the family proceeded immediately upon their arrival, and remained for two years, during a which time our subject was occupied in day labor. At the end of the two years a removal was made to McHenry County, which was their home until the spring 1883, when they removed to Lancaster County, and settled upon their present farm. The change from McHenry brought with it a change of occupation. At McHenry our subject had been employed by the Northwestern Railway Company, as switchman, and was placed in charge of the engine water tank. Now he is fully occupied with his farm, and has seen a very large measure of success resulting from his efforts. The eighty acres which comprise the farm of our subject have been brought to the very perfection of husbandry, and are well provided with all necessary stock and farming implements. Whatever Mr. Burke has acquired has been solely the reward of his indefatigable perseverance, and the ambition resulting from the exuberance of pleasure and delight in the prospect of

being the sole possessor of a home wherein he may bring happiness to those who form an integral part of his life.
   Mr. Burke is a member of the Congregational Church, where also his wife finds that which is congenial to her religious sentiment. Our subject has been too busily occupied with home matters to give much attention to political matters, but has sought to understand the institutions of his adopted country, and usually votes with the Republican party.

OHN N. TIGER, a worthy representative of the intelligent men of Waverly Precinct, came to this section of the country with his parents in 1867, from Kane County, Ill. They had been residents there for a period of thirteen years, having removed to the Prairie State from the early home of our subject, in Hunterdon County, N. J., where his birth took place Feb. 27, 1852.
   William and Catherine (Hummner) Tiger, the parents of our subject, were also natives of New Jersey, and upon coming to Nebraska homesteaded eighty acres of land on section 30, in Waverly Precinct, adjoining the farm now occupied by our subject. The father died the following year, 1869. He was a man kind to his family, provident and industrious, a good neighbor, and an upright citizen, Republican in politics, and Methodist in religion. The mother is still living, and makes her home in Lincoln. The six children of the parental family were: Sarah, now the wife of George Denham, of Lincoln; Emma, Mrs. John P. Loder, of Waverly Precinct; John N., our subject; William S., Isaac J. and Lambert O. The latter three are residents of Lancaster County.
   Our subject was a little lad three years of age when his parents removed front New Jersey to Illinois, and he acquired his early education in the common schools of Kane County. Later he assisted in the various employments of the farm, and after coming to Nebraska, worked upon the new homestead until reaching his majority.
   Upon becoming his own man, Mr. Tiger traveled over a goodly portion of the western country a few years, and in the meantime took up a homestead claim in Furnas County, this State, and subsequently pre-empted what is now the site of Beaver City, where he remained two years, then made the mistake of selling out. After deciding upon his permanent location and the establishment of a home of his own, Mr. Tiger, Dec. 25, 1882, was united in marriage with Miss Sarah Melick, who was born in Pennsylvania, and is the daughter of Henry H. and Lydia (Heilman) Melick, who were natives of Pennsylvania. The father is now deceased, but the mother is still living.
   Mr. and Mrs. Tiger after their marriage settled upon the farm where they now live, but which, however, at that time was but an uncultivated tract of land. It is 160 acres in extent, and our subject has brought the soil to a good state of cultivation, gradually adding the improvements which the enterprising and progressive farmer finds essential to his calling. In 1886 he established, in company with his brother-in-law, a lumber-yard at Waverly, but soon disposed of his interests, finding agriculture more congenial and profitable.
   Mr. Tiger cast his first Presidential vote for Grant, while a resident of Nebraska, and is a strict Republican. He has held the various local offices, and in religions matters conforms to the doctrines of the Lutheran Church.

OHN MORRISON, a well-to-do and highly respected citizen of Lincoln, where he is engaged in business as a merchant tailor, has been prominently identified with the industrial and social interests of this city for many years. Thus he has witnessed its marvelous growth from a small town to a large and thriving metropolis, and has in no small degree aided in its development. Our subject was born on a farm amid the wild scenery of Northern Scotland, Dec. 17, 1824, being the date of his birth. His parents, William and Margaret (McKay) Morrison, were likewise of Scotch birth and ancestry. In 1841 they crossed the Atlantic Ocean to take up their abode in Canada, and located near London, in the Province of Ontario, and there the remainder of their days were passed in peace and prosperity.

They possessed in a full measure those typical characteristics of the Scotch which make them such desirable citizens, and they were alike esteemed and honored by all in their neighborhood. They were the parents of nine children, six boys and three girls, of whom John, our subject, was the second. He entered school at the age of five, and continued his attendance in that institution of learning until he had attained his twelfth year, when he went to learn the trade of tailor.
   Having completed his trade, being then eighteen years old, our subject left the heaths and hills of his native Scotland to accompany his parents to their future home in America, and for some years thereafter was a resident of Canada. For two years he traveled as a journeyman tailor, and two years later, when he was twenty-four years of age, he married Miss Hughina Monroe, a native of Scotland, born in the same neighborhood is himself. After marriage Mr. Morrison worked at his trade in Canada until 1858. In the fall of that year he crossed the line and came to the "States," proceeding to Chicago, Ill., where he was employed for two years as a cutter in the tailoring establishment of George McKean, with whom he remained until July, 1860. He then visited some friends in Iowa, and from there started on a trip on his own account, and brought up at a place called Lansing, where he made his home until 1869. Mr. Morrison then came to Nebraska and established himself as a merchant tailor in Lincoln, where he has since. built up an extensive business and secured a fine class of custom. Our subject is a good example of the self-made men of this country who have raised themselves from poverty to affluence by their own unaided exertions; commencing life without means, by industry and devotion to his business he has acccumulated (sic) a good property.
   Shortly after coming here our subject had the misfortune to lose the devoted wife who had been his companion from the early days to his manhood, and by her calm counsels and ready assistance had greatly aided him in his struggles for independence. Hers was the first body laid it rest in the cemetery at Lincoln. Of that marriage four children were born, all of whom are married and comfortably settled in life. Mr. Morrison was united in marriage to Mrs. Frances Wagner, nee Raney, Nov. 3, 1871. She is a native of Knox, Ill., and by this marriage one son, John D., aged thirteen, has been born. Mr. Morrison and his estimable wife are justly held in high regard for their substantial worth by a large circle of friends and acquaintances, and their cosy home is the center of that true hospitality which knows well how to "welcome the coming, speed the parting guest." Mr. Morrison is one of the leading members of the K. of P. of this State, having been Grand Chancellor of the State of Nebraska, and is now Past Grand Chancellor; he is also prominently identified with the I. O. O. F., having joined that organization when a young man residing in the Province of Ontario, and he has held the position of Grand Warden of the Grand Lodge. In politics, he is a straight Republican in both State and National matters. Mr. Morrison is widely and favorably known through his many years' residence here, and his strictly honorable course and his just and honest dealings have inspired the confidence of his fellow-citizens.

EORGE PETER. The Postmaster of Princetown, Neb., is a son of Jacob and Savilla Peter. A sketch of his parents is given on another page in this volume. He was born at the homestead in Pike County, Ohio, on the 2d of September, 1845. He received his education and was reared to manhood in his native county, and afterward initiated into the technique of agricultural pursuits. With his parents he removed to Illinois, resided there until 1869, then came to this county and homesteaded eighty acres of land, also preempted a similar amount in Buda Precinct. Here he settled among the earlier pioneers, and has done a great deal toward the development of this section of Country.
   While residing in Ohio Mr. Peter was attracted by the beautiful character and happy disposition of Miss Margaret Byron, and these qualities, supplemented by her eminent fitness to throw around the place of residence that mystic charm which makes the difference between a mere "stopping-place" and home, decided our subject to win her. These

matters being arranged to their mutual satisfaction, they were united in wedlock in March, 1866. There have been born of this union five children, of whom, however, two only are living, and they have received the names William E. and Emma S.
   Mrs. Margaret Peter was called upon to leave her husband and family on the 28th of July, 1874. About five years later our subject entered into a second alliance, and became the husband of Harriet Ritter on the 18th of July, 1879. She has presented him with a daughter, who has been christened Mary A.
   Mr. Peter has occupied the chair of Justice of the Peace with honor and even-handed justice, and also served as Constable of Buda Precinct, as School Moderator, and since the spring of 1886 has retained his present position of Postmaster, which he is filling with much efficiency and the general appreciation of the people. He has been a consistant member of the Democratic party, and is among its most active supporters.
   The family of which our subject is a member is well represented by him. It is one of the old pioneer families, having been in the country from its earlier growth, and at the same time one of the most honorable, loyal and patriotic. In these qualities Mr. Peter is by no means lacking, and is the recipient, consequently, of the heartiest confidence and esteem of the community. He is socially connected with the membership of Livingston Lodge No. 56, A. F. & A. M., at Firth, Neb., and has evidently endeavored to bring into his life, both public and private, the lessons he has learned at its altar, and at the right hand of the Master. The gavel has been used for its legitimate purpose, and the trowel not neglected or allowed to he in idleness.

HARLES POTTINGER, whose farm is situated on section 8, Elk Precinct, of this County, is a native of old England, and was born in the parish of Lambeth, in which, also, his father was ushered into life. The name is singularly suggestive, and carries the thought back to the days when Lambeth and Vauxhall were something more than minor parts of the vast city of London, and when Chelsea, immediately opposite, with its beautiful promenade along the river front, was still a place sought after by the highest dignitaries and aristocrats. But, like Cheyenne Walk, Lambeth has to write over its portals, "Ichabod"--the glory is departed--Lambeth, for so many centuries a synonym for the palace of the Archbishop of Canterbury, and the site of many notable scenes.
   The day of our subject's nativity was Feb. 6, 1842. As soon as he had arrived at a possible age he received his education in the Lambeth schools, and afterward became an assistant to his father in his business as a butcher, in which he continued until he came to this country as a young man of about twenty-eight years of age. While in London, he continued working at his trade for different persons until the year 1865, when he started in business for himself, in which he was rewarded by considerable prosperity. When he started for this country in the year 1870, it was with no very definite plan, and he came almost direct to Nebraska City, where he continued to follow his old calling, and accordingly opened a meat-market, which he continued with growing success for about three years, when he returned to England and remained until 1879, still following the same business. That year saw him back again in this country, and the following year (1880) he settled upon his present farm, which then comprised but eighty acres, but owing to his assiduous application and energy, he has been so successful that to-day it includes 240 acres. The farm is well situated and improved, and has the Little Elk Creek winding its way through it, giving him a good water supply for his cattle and stock.
   Our subject was married, in 1865, to Mary Ann Hoff, a native of the Isle of Jersey. The father of our subject bore the given name of Christopher, and spent his early life in the above parish, and as an apprentice made the acquaintance of the intricacies of his business, which he continued to follow for many years, but no longer caring to carry on business as a butcher, he opened a green-grocer's shop, his stock in trade comprising the varied products of the market garden, including vegetables of all kinds, from the staple potato to the most transient salad material, and also, inclusive, in their season,

of fruits and flowers. This varied stock would be purchased either direct from the market gardener, of whom there are many adjacent to the more western suburbs of the city, or at the world-renowned Covent Garden market. This business was quite profitable to him, and he continued therein until his death, in the year 1866. His wife, the mother of our subject, was Ann (Cullenburn) Pottinger, who was born in Whitechapel, London, and after seeing her family grow to maturity and start well in life, died at Lambeth, in the year 1879. Besides our subject. who was the youngest of the family, there were two daughters.
   From surroundings and influences not the most favorable, and with little help from others, our subject has fought his way to his present position, which, if not that of wealth, is inclusive of much that is eminently satisfactory in the line of financial and social advancment (sic) all the result of his own energy, push and labor. In politics, Mr. Pottinger is a Republican.

IRAM SHELDON, of Grant Precinct, came to Nebraska in the fall of the year 1870, and purchased 160 acres of land on section 32. Here he has made good improvements, and given his attention entirely to farming and stock-raising. He is popular among his neighbors, is thoroughly reliable as a business man, and secured the property which he now enjoys solely through the exercise of his own industry.
   John Sheldon, the father of our subject, was a native of Washington County, N. Y., and married Miss Polly Betts, also a native of the Empire State. They settled in Chautauqua County, where they became the parents of four sons and four daughters. and spent their entire lives engaged in farming pursuits. Hiram, our subject, was the sixth child of the family, and was born in Carroll, Chautauqua County, Aug. 30, 1824. When of suitable years he began assisting his father in the labors of the farm, and was employed also in a sawmill. Later he served an apprenticeship at the carpenter's trade, which he followed for a period of twenty years in his native State, and until coming to the farther West.
   Our subject was married in his native county, Nov. 9, 1848, to Miss Helen Beardsley, who was born in Oneida County, N. Y., Nov. 26, 1828. Her parents, Hezekiah and Lois A. (Collins) Beardsley, were also natives of New York. The father was a farmer by occupation, and died in Oneida County. The mother spent her last years in Iowa. Mr. and Mrs. Sheldon commenced life together in Chautauqua County, and of their union there are seven children, the eldest of whom, Selah H., is a business man of Kansas City, Mo.; Perlit S. and Lainer A. are carpenters by trade, and located at Lincoln; Carson H., also of Lincoln; Florinda H. is the wife of S. M. Benner, of Holyoke, Col.; Arthur R. remains at home with his parents; Anna M. died in New York State when an interesting child of thirteen years.
   The children of Mr. Sheldon have been well reared and trained to habits of industry find self-reliance, while at the same time there have been instilled into their minds the principles of honorable integrity without which there cannot be formed a true and upright character. The family is looked upon as one of the best in the community, and Mr. Sheldon has been quite prominent in local affairs, serving as School Treasurer for a period of six years. Politically, he is independent, aiming to support the men best qualified to look after the interests of the people.
   Mrs. Sheldon has proved the worthy partner of this reputable citizen, and is a member in good standing of the Methodist Episcopal Church.

ACOB PETER, deceased. One of the leading, most prosperous and reliable citizens of Buda Precinct, prior to his demise, was the gentleman whose name stands at the head of this sketch. He was born in York County, Pa., on Sept. 15, 1820, to George and Catherine Peter, both natives of Pennsylvania. When about five years of age, his parents migrated to Guernsey County, Ohio, where the family were among the first to settle. Here our subject spent his earlier years and