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Biography of Andrew H. Gilmore

Andrew H. Gilmore, a pioneer and merchant in Auburn, Nebraska, first passed through the area in 1850 en route to California and settled there permanently in 1869. Born on January 8, 1829, in Preble County, Ohio, he belonged to a large Scotch-Irish Presbyterian family originally from Virginia. Gilmore made a significant journey to California during the Gold Rush and later returned to the Midwest, eventually moving to Nebraska. In Auburn, he established multiple businesses and contributed to the town’s development. Gilmore married Josephine Allen in 1862, and they had eight children, five of whom survived to adulthood. He was a prominent Republican, serving as county treasurer and in various local offices, and was an elder in the Presbyterian church.

Biography of Captain Absalom M. Enoch

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Absalom M. Enoch, a prominent figure in Humboldt, Richardson County, Nebraska, was born on September 18, 1825, in Miami County, Ohio. Moving to Nebraska in 1869, Enoch became a well-respected community member. He served as a captain in the Civil War with the Ninth Minnesota Infantry, participating in significant battles and conflicts with the Sioux Indians. After the war, he settled in Humboldt, where he engaged in farming and hotel-keeping, notably running the Enoch House for two decades. Enoch married twice, first to Elizabeth Caulfield and later to Anna Brickey. He remains active in his community, having served in various civic roles.

Biography of Thomas J. Stockman

Thomas J. Stockman, born April 28, 1838, near Goshen, Elkhart County, Indiana, was a well-known businessman in Adams, Nebraska. Along with his son Samuel, he operated the Adams livery and sales stables and served as a land agent. A Civil War veteran, Stockman enlisted in 1863 in the Nebraska Cavalry and served on the frontier. After various relocations, he settled in Gage County, Nebraska, in 1887. He married Mary Jane McKibben in 1859, and they had seven children. Stockman was respected for his business acumen and community contributions.

Biography of Daniel Confer

Daniel Confer, born March 3, 1838, in Hocking County, Ohio, was a respected farmer and citizen of Adams Township, Gage County, Nebraska, residing there from 1884. A Civil War veteran, he served in the Thirty-fourth Indiana Infantry and participated in significant battles, including the siege of Vicksburg. After the war, Confer moved to Nebraska, where he became a successful farmer and community member. He married Mary L. Robb in 1864, and they had six children. Confer was active in the Grand Army of the Republic and a member of the United Brethren Church, known for his strong character and community contributions.

Biography of Frank W. Riesenberg

Frank W. Riesenberg, born December 21, 1856, in Peoria, Illinois, was a successful farmer in Nemaha County, Nebraska, owning 480 acres in Glen Rock Precinct. Moving to Nebraska in 1879, he initially bought and later sold land in the southwestern part of the state. In 1896, he purchased land in Nemaha County, where he established a prosperous farm. Known for his mechanical inventions, Riesenberg’s ingenuity contributed to his success. He married Frances Virginia Peck in 1885 and, after her death, Isabel Tapping Foster in 1898. Riesenberg was active in his community and a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church.

Biography of Jeremiah Marlatt

Jeremiah Marlatt, born June 1, 1833, in Mendon, Monroe County, New York, was a prominent farmer and merchant in Nemaha County, Nebraska. Moving to Nebraska in 1856, Marlatt pre-empted a farm and later purchased eighty acres southwest of Brownville. He engaged in mercantile pursuits in Aspinwall from 1881 to 1885. Marlatt married Ellen Gulick on January 11, 1857, and they had two daughters, Effie and Sarah Ellen. Marlatt served as a teacher before his business endeavors and was known for his active involvement in the community. He and his wife traveled extensively and were respected residents of Brownville.

Biography of Daniel D. Davis

Daniel D. Davis, a prominent agriculturist and stock raiser in Nemaha County, Nebraska, was born on July 21, 1833, in Carmarthenshire, Wales. The son of David and Maria Daniels Davis, he emigrated to the U.S. in 1856 with his wife, Rachel, and her family. After initially settling in Wisconsin, Davis moved to Nemaha County in 1863, where he expanded his farming operations and became a significant landowner. The couple had nine children. Davis was active in public service, including two decades as a justice of the peace. Rachel passed away in 1890.

Biography of Josiah Gilliland

Josiah Gilliland, a farmer from South Auburn, Nebraska, was born on September 17, 1834, in Belmont County, Ohio. Moving with his family to Morgan County, Ohio, he later ventured to Illinois, Missouri, and ultimately Nebraska in 1876. Known for his industrious nature, Gilliland built a successful farming career. He served in the 43rd Missouri Infantry during the Civil War. Gilliland married twice, fathering 13 children across both marriages. Active in his community, he was an elder in the Cumberland Presbyterian Church and contributed to building a local church. In later years, he settled in South Auburn.

Biography of Henry A. Scott

Henry A. Scott, a prominent retired merchant in Humboldt, Nebraska, was born in Hatfield, Massachusetts, on January 1, 1844. A Civil War veteran, he served in the 3rd Iowa Infantry and endured imprisonment in Southern camps before resettling in Richardson County in 1867. After farming his homestead, Scott moved to Humboldt in 1874, becoming a successful hardware merchant. He later co-owned Scott and Skalak, a thriving business for 15 years. Scott and his wife, Margaret Smith, were active in civic and social life. They traveled extensively and enjoyed their later years in Humboldt, where they built a comfortable home.

Biography of Clarence E. Ord

Clarence E. Ord, a respected farmer in Douglas Precinct, Nemaha County, Nebraska, was born on May 19, 1858, in Cleveland, Ohio. His family is of English origin, with his father, Joseph E. Ord, emigrating from Durhamshire, England, to the U.S. in 1832. Clarence was raised in a farming environment and graduated from the Nebraska State Normal School in 1882. He taught locally before marrying Clara Richards in 1891. The couple settled on a 160-acre farm where they raised their two daughters. Active in the community, Clarence served as a county commissioner and was a dedicated member of the Methodist Church.