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Below is a family biography included in The History of Adams County, Illinois published by Murray, Williamson & Phelps in 1879. These biographies are valuable for genealogy research in discovering missing ancestors or filling in the details of a family tree. Family biographies often include far more information than can be found in a census record or obituary. Details will vary with each biography but will often include the date and place of birth, parent names including mothers' maiden name, name of wife including maiden name, her parents' names, name of children (including spouses if married), former places of residence, occupation details, military service, church and social organization affiliations, and more. There are often ancestry details included that cannot be found in any other type of genealogical record.
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WILLIAMS, J. G., Physician; residence Fowler, (son of J. G. and Temperance Williams); was born in this county, Aug. 5, 1834; married Millie J. Clarkson, Jan. 28, 1868. She was born in Boone county, Ky., Dec. 22, 1832. They have two living children, Lee C. and Julius J.; they are members of the Baptist church. His father emigrated to this State in 1833, and acted as Deputy County Surveyor under Hans Patton, and also held the office for four years. The second term in the county, located in Mendon township and lived there until his death, which transpired Feb. 26, 1879. The subject of this sketch commenced the study of medicine under Dr. Clarkson for three years, thence to the University of Mo., for two years, when he graduated in 1856; was assistant surgeon in the 2d Ill. Cavalry for one year, and was at the battle of Fort Blakesly. In the year of 1859 went to Pikes Peak over land with an ox team; was four months in making the trip; had an interest in a mining company and practiced medicine. He returned in 1863, and since that time has been practicing medicine. The Doctor is probably the oldest resident born in the county, has a good practice and is one of the stirring men of the town.
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This family biography is one of 1444 biographies included in The History of Adams County, Illinois published by Murray, Williamson & Phelps in 1879. View the complete description here: The History of Adams County, Illinois
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