Born: near Enfield, Ill., 1841.
Died:
Was born near Enfield, Ill., in 1841. The family from which he came has been noted for its intelligence, patriotism and loyalty to Christian convictions for a hundred and fifty years. His grandfather, Arthur Johnson, was a soldier in the Revolution. The subject of this sketch received such education as the time and place of his residence afforded. He became an attorney and a Christian of intelligence and culture.
Enlisting in 1861 in Company I, First Regiment Illinois Cavalry, he was made first sergeant, and after four years of service he was mustered out as first lieutenant of Company I, Eighty-seventh Regiment Illinois Volunteer Infantry. In 1880 he was chosen an elector and voted directly for Garfield for President. In 1882 he was elected to the State Legislature. He has served several congregations as preacher in charge. He is a modest, sympathetic and all-round Christian man.