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Submitted: 9/7/19 • Approved: 9/7/19 • Last Updated: 9/10/19 • R821742-G821740-S3
John
Aug 15, 1860 IA
Sep 6, 1932
Son of Sylvester Riley and Mary Anderson,
Jeanette
Jul 27, 1872
Nov 28, 1926
Daughter of Dan H. Crawford and Velma Stanford
JOHN R. RILEY was born August 15, 1860, in Van Buren County, Iowa, being a son of Sylvester and Mary Riley. He was united in marriage December 25, 1890, to Nettie Crawford, daughter of Daniel and Velma Crawford. They have three children: Victor D., born January 29, 1892; Frank M., May 31, 1894; Mary Velma, March 10, 1902.
Mr. Riley's parents moved to Adair County, Missouri, in 1864. He has lived here since that time. The farm which he owns consists of 240 acres, situated three and one-half miles west of Brashear. He raises Shorthorn cattle, Shropshire sheep, Black Langshan and Rhode Island Red chickens.
Mr. Riley is a member of the I. O. O. F. lodge, being Past Grand in Lodge No. 522, at Brashear. When he retired from office, he was presented with a fine Past Grand collar as a mark of esteem. He is a prominent farmer, an enthusiastic Democrat, and when a candidate for County Judge polled a large number of votes.
History of Adair County, 1911
By Eugene Morrow Violette
Page 640
Photo donated by Larry and Susan Olson
Contributed on 9/7/19
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