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JAMES REID, farmer, Sec. 12; P. O., Ellsworth; owns $250 acres, worth $50 per acre; was born in Kercud Bright, Scotland, Dec 27, 1830; he remained with his father until his death, which occurred when he was only 15 years of age; then lived with his uncle until 19 years of age; came to this country in the year 1851, stopping in the city of New York one year, then to Kentucky, where he remained one year. Was then married in Kentucky to Sarah A. Price, March 28, 1853; she was born in Fleming Co., Ky., Aug. 11, 1827; they have had six children, four living — Margaret M., now wife of Ashly Dilts, of Empire Township; William P.; Lizzie; Richard P.; James H., died Nov. 21, 1875, and an infant. Mr. Reid has held the office of School Director nine years. Mrs. Reid is a niece of Gov. Bishop, formerly Governor of Ohio. Mr. R. was in the grocery business and grain trade in Ellsworth four years, and was among the first to commence business in Ellsworth, being engaged quite extensively.