My Genealogy Hound

HENRY RIMSTIDT, a son of John G. and Adaline (Seveus) Rimstidt was born in Hanover, Germany, March 8, 1835. His father, who was a farmer and shoe-maker, came to the United States and located in Dearborn County, Ind., in 1842. After a two year’s residence in that county he removed to Ripley County, where he remained until his death, which occurred March 5, 18S3. Henry was reared at home, and received but a limited education. He never attended any school, and what learning he possesses was obtained from books and papers at home. He lived with his father until his marriage to Nancy Williams September 1, 1860, after which he came to Spencer County and bought eighty acres in Section 23, Clay Township, where he still resides. He is the father of twelve children, ten of whom are now living. They are Lincoln, Emma, George W., Elizabeth, Robert, Charles, Clara, Alma, John and Adaline.