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G. K. WESTLAKE, farmer; P. O. Troy. Mr. G. K. Westlake, a life-time resident of this county, is a son of Josias and Sally Westlake, and was born in Monroe Township. He has always followed the occupation of farming, prospering in a substantial manner. He was married to Miss Mary I. Pearson, daughter of Eli and Rebecca Pearson, Aug. 3, 1864, Rev. William Jay tying the matrimonial knot. Her grandfather, Samuel Pearson, was among the earliest settlers in Miami Co. Both Mr. and Mrs. Westlake are descendants of early pioneers, and justly feel proud of their ancestry. They commenced housekeeping upon the spot they now live; the old log house (a souvenir of early times) still stands, and was one of the first houses built in this neighborhood; they have four children— Dora, Delia, Viola and Eva, all of whom are intellectual and beautiful daughters, rapidly acquiring an education. Mr. Westlake has erected a splendid brick residence upon his farm, surrounding his family with many comforts. The farm is neatly kept, and the revenue derived from it is a substantial one. Both himself and wife are members of the Christian Church, as are also their two eldest daughters, Dora and Delia. Politically, he is a Democrat, and one of the stanch kind. The family are fond of literature, well supplied with books and periodicals. His father, Josias Westlake, has lived in Monroe Township, and is probably as well- known as any man in the county, possessed of great erudition, and was formerly engaged in teaching. He, also, by his continued prosperity, became very wealthy, and after helping his children to obtain a good start in life, has nearly 200 acres left, which brings him a fine income. He was elected Colonel of the O. V. L. I., in 1836. Mr. Westlake and his wife will celebrate their fiftieth marriage anniversary this fall should they live, and as the old people are still hale and hearty, there is every prospect of the event being celebrated. He was for five years School Examiner of this county, and as such gave general satisfaction. Is a true Jacksonian Democrat; reared a family of stalwart sons, who are also strong in the faith.