JOHN BLAKELY
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JOHN BLAKELY, farmer; P. O. Kilbourne; born in this county and township Aug.
20, 1842; son of James Blakely and Hannah Scott, who were natives of New Jersey,
and among the early pioneers in this county; his father died. John was 25 years
of age when he left home, and was married to Rachel Anderson Dec. 10, 1867; they
had two children, Orley C. and Harry L. His wife died Jan. 24, 1875. He was
married to Martha Mowder, daughter of Joseph Mowder; she was horn Jan. 13, 1844;
their marriage took place Dec. 22, 1875; they have had two children, Alice M.
and Ettie. After his marriage, he made a trip to Nebraska, but not being suited,
he returned to Mason Co., and has since remained here. March 13, 1877, he bought
160 acres of land, and is a successful farmer; his father died in 1870.
Maintained by Mason County Coordinator
Donna
Mayer