A native of Indiana,came to benton co about 1850 but did not bring his family until the following year. He might be termed a "town boomer" for he owned several hundred acres of land,much of which he platted into town lots. He plotted more land than any other man. His first dwelling was on the site of the Fry mortuary.This building was moved to A ave and still stands.He built a house on the Buxton residence which was used for a church and school known as Tilford's schoolhouse.This building is standing on the east part of town. His last residence is now the Millard Jones home on 2nd ave an. Mr Tilford was a chater member of the Presbyterian Church and was a very liberal in public matters. He gave much land and money toward the Academy and the instition was given his name. None of his decendants live in the county.
obit Donated by Martha Long
obit Donated by Martha Long
A native of Indiana,came to benton co about 1850 but did not bring his family until the following year. He might be termed a "town boomer" for he owned several hundred acres of land,much of which he platted into town lots. He plotted more land than any other man. His first dwelling was on the site of the Fry mortuary.This building was moved to A ave and still stands.He built a house on the Buxton residence which was used for a church and school known as Tilford's schoolhouse.This building is standing on the east part of town. His last residence is now the Millard Jones home on 2nd ave an. Mr Tilford was a chater member of the Presbyterian Church and was a very liberal in public matters. He gave much land and money toward the Academy and the instition was given his name. None of his decendants live in the county.
obit Donated by Martha Long
obit Donated by Martha Long
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