Bio of John S.Bilyeu
John S.Bilyeu remained under the parental roof until twenty one years of age, early becoming familiar with the labors of the farm, while his literary education was obtained in the schools of the neighborhood. On starting out in life for himself he located upon a part of the old homestead, it being a tract of raw prairie land abut one hundred acres in extent, and he at once proceeded to convert it into a well cultivated farm.
He wss a young man of industrious habits and his diligence, good management and excellent business ability soon brought him success. He fenced and tiled his land and made many other improvements there on and as time passed he added to his property until he now owned seven hundred acres and has one of the best homes in township.
On the 22 of January, 1854, Mr. Bilyeu married Miss Melinda Workman, a native of Illinois and a daughter of Stephen Workman, who was one of the early settler of Christian county.
By this union the following children were born, John H. who is married and follows farming in this county, Mary Ann wife of David Workman of this county, Josiah, who is also married and follows farming in Christian county,Elizabeth and Peter, both deceased, Lydia, wife of William O.Workman, a farmer of this county, Hiram and Edmund, who are married and engaged in farming in this county,Isaac at home with his parents, and six others now deceased.
The family holds membership in the Christian church and are people of prominence in the community where they reside. By his ballot Mr. Bilyeu supports the men and measures of the Democratic party and for three terms served as road commissioner.
In all the relations of life he has been found true to every trust reposed in him and he justly deserves the high regard in which he is held. In business affairs he is prompt, energetic and notably reliable and to these qualities may be attributed his success.
Information submitted by Janet Donner
John S.Bilyeu remained under the parental roof until twenty one years of age, early becoming familiar with the labors of the farm, while his literary education was obtained in the schools of the neighborhood. On starting out in life for himself he located upon a part of the old homestead, it being a tract of raw prairie land abut one hundred acres in extent, and he at once proceeded to convert it into a well cultivated farm.
He wss a young man of industrious habits and his diligence, good management and excellent business ability soon brought him success. He fenced and tiled his land and made many other improvements there on and as time passed he added to his property until he now owned seven hundred acres and has one of the best homes in township.
On the 22 of January, 1854, Mr. Bilyeu married Miss Melinda Workman, a native of Illinois and a daughter of Stephen Workman, who was one of the early settler of Christian county.
By this union the following children were born, John H. who is married and follows farming in this county, Mary Ann wife of David Workman of this county, Josiah, who is also married and follows farming in Christian county,Elizabeth and Peter, both deceased, Lydia, wife of William O.Workman, a farmer of this county, Hiram and Edmund, who are married and engaged in farming in this county,Isaac at home with his parents, and six others now deceased.
The family holds membership in the Christian church and are people of prominence in the community where they reside. By his ballot Mr. Bilyeu supports the men and measures of the Democratic party and for three terms served as road commissioner.
In all the relations of life he has been found true to every trust reposed in him and he justly deserves the high regard in which he is held. In business affairs he is prompt, energetic and notably reliable and to these qualities may be attributed his success.
Information submitted by Janet Donner
Bio of John S.Bilyeu
John S.Bilyeu remained under the parental roof until twenty one years of age, early becoming familiar with the labors of the farm, while his literary education was obtained in the schools of the neighborhood. On starting out in life for himself he located upon a part of the old homestead, it being a tract of raw prairie land abut one hundred acres in extent, and he at once proceeded to convert it into a well cultivated farm.
He wss a young man of industrious habits and his diligence, good management and excellent business ability soon brought him success. He fenced and tiled his land and made many other improvements there on and as time passed he added to his property until he now owned seven hundred acres and has one of the best homes in township.
On the 22 of January, 1854, Mr. Bilyeu married Miss Melinda Workman, a native of Illinois and a daughter of Stephen Workman, who was one of the early settler of Christian county.
By this union the following children were born, John H. who is married and follows farming in this county, Mary Ann wife of David Workman of this county, Josiah, who is also married and follows farming in Christian county,Elizabeth and Peter, both deceased, Lydia, wife of William O.Workman, a farmer of this county, Hiram and Edmund, who are married and engaged in farming in this county,Isaac at home with his parents, and six others now deceased.
The family holds membership in the Christian church and are people of prominence in the community where they reside. By his ballot Mr. Bilyeu supports the men and measures of the Democratic party and for three terms served as road commissioner.
In all the relations of life he has been found true to every trust reposed in him and he justly deserves the high regard in which he is held. In business affairs he is prompt, energetic and notably reliable and to these qualities may be attributed his success.
Information submitted by Janet Donner
John S.Bilyeu remained under the parental roof until twenty one years of age, early becoming familiar with the labors of the farm, while his literary education was obtained in the schools of the neighborhood. On starting out in life for himself he located upon a part of the old homestead, it being a tract of raw prairie land abut one hundred acres in extent, and he at once proceeded to convert it into a well cultivated farm.
He wss a young man of industrious habits and his diligence, good management and excellent business ability soon brought him success. He fenced and tiled his land and made many other improvements there on and as time passed he added to his property until he now owned seven hundred acres and has one of the best homes in township.
On the 22 of January, 1854, Mr. Bilyeu married Miss Melinda Workman, a native of Illinois and a daughter of Stephen Workman, who was one of the early settler of Christian county.
By this union the following children were born, John H. who is married and follows farming in this county, Mary Ann wife of David Workman of this county, Josiah, who is also married and follows farming in Christian county,Elizabeth and Peter, both deceased, Lydia, wife of William O.Workman, a farmer of this county, Hiram and Edmund, who are married and engaged in farming in this county,Isaac at home with his parents, and six others now deceased.
The family holds membership in the Christian church and are people of prominence in the community where they reside. By his ballot Mr. Bilyeu supports the men and measures of the Democratic party and for three terms served as road commissioner.
In all the relations of life he has been found true to every trust reposed in him and he justly deserves the high regard in which he is held. In business affairs he is prompt, energetic and notably reliable and to these qualities may be attributed his success.
Information submitted by Janet Donner
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