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FRANCIS LUDWIG is a practical and successful farmer, who resides in South Whitehall Township, this county, of which he is a native. He was born May 16, 1843, to David and Lydia (Fatzinger) Ludwig, also natives of this state. His paternal grandfather, Francis Joseph Ludwig, emigrated to this state from Germany and became one of the early settlers of the Lehigh Valley.

The father of our subiect was a man of fair education, and followed farming pursuits during the active years of his life. He was a member of the Lutheran Church, with which he was identified for many years. In politics he always cast a Democratic vote, and as a reliable citizen and intelligent man won the respect of those about him. He departed this life September 7, 1886. The members of the parental family who are now living are: Maria, Matilda, Sarah, Susanna, Emeline, Mary, Francis and Joseph. The mother of these children survived her husband just one month to a day, her decease occurring October 7, 1886. They are buried side by side in the Union Cemetery at Allentown.

Francis, of this sketch, received a fair education in the subscription schools of South Whitehall Township, and although not having the advantages afforded the youth of the present day, made the best of his opportunities, and is a man well posted on current affairs. He was quite young when his parents removed to South Whitehall Township and located on the farm which he now owns and operates.

February 27, 1869, Francis Ludwig and Miss Elmina Robenold were united in marriage. The lady, who was also a native of this county, was born March 25, 1843, and was the daughter of Jonas and Caroline Robenold, the latter of whom is deceased. The father is still living and makes his home in South Whitehall Township. Her grandfather, Solomon Robenold, is likewise a resident of this county. Mrs. Ludwig’s mother, who was a valued member of the Lutheran Church, died on Christmas Day, 1891. The six children born to her were: Elmina, Thomas, Robert, Henry, Tilghman and Ida.

Mr. Ludwig is the proprietor of forty-five acres of land, which he cultivates m a profitable manner. With his wife he is a member of the Lutheran Church, and while living in Allentown served as Deacon of that denomination. To himself and wife have been born four children: Caroline, Alfred, Robert and Annie.