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JAMES G. EADIE, who is a successful merchant of Weatherly, claims Pennsylvania as his native state. He was born in New Castle, Schuylkill County, on the 26th of December, 1836, and is a son of Robert and Margaret (Hunter) Eadie. His paternal ancestors were of Scotch lineage, representatives of an honored family of that land. His grandfather, who was a sailor, saw service under Admiral Nelson at the battle of Trafalgar and followed the sea throughout life. He died in Scotland and there lies buried. The father of our subject was born in Renfrewshire, Scotland, and was a miner by occupation. About 1830 he emigrated to America and settled in Schuylkill County, where he followed his chosen vocation. He was killed in a mine in Nesquehoning in 1851. He and his wife were the parents of seven children, of whom only three are living, namely: Robert Bruce; Ellen, widow of H. B. Williams; and James G. In politics Mr. Eadie, Sr., was an old-line Whig. In religious belief he was a member of the Presbyterian Church. His wife, also a native of Scotland, was born in Perth, and was a cousin of Dr. Livingston, the famous African explorer.

The rudiments of his education our subject acquired in the public schools of New Castle, but when about twelve years old his school days ended and he began to work in the mines. In 1857 he came to Weatherly and entered the employ of Mr. Blakeslee, with whom he remained nine years. Then going to Rockport, he bought a small store, of which he continued owner and proprietor for two years. Upon his return to Weatherly he embarked in the mercantile business, which he has since conducted with success. In 1892 he located at his present place of business, where he now carries a complete assortment of general merchandise. In addition to his store he is also the owner of a farm near Weatherly.

With a number of the important enterprises of Weatherly Mr. Eadie is intimately associated, being a Director in the water company, a Trustee of the Weatherly Silk Mill Company, and a Director in the building and loan association. As a member of the Republican party he is prominent in the local councils of the party, and upon its ticket has been elected to a number of borough offices. He has served with efficiency as Chief Burgess, and also held the position of Jury Commissioner of the county.

The marriage of Mr. Eadie, occurring in 1861, united him with Miss Elizabeth, daughter of Joseph Stetler, of Weatherly. Twelve children were born of their union, of whom the following named now survive: Margaret, Andrew J.; Janet, wife of H. E. Depue, of Blossburg, Pa.; Robert; Bessie, who married Daniel Helker, of Weatherly; Blanche, Grace, Florence and Harriet.