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JOHN F. ERWIN was born April 1, 1853, in the county where he now resides, the second son born to John and Mary J. (Carnahan) Erwin, who were natives of Tennessee and Alabama respectively. They were married in Warrick County, Ind., where they still reside honored and respected citizens. John F. was raised by his parents, receiving a good common school education. He taught in the Warrick County schools from 1875 until 1883, when he began the dry goods and grocery business in partnership with James T. Wallace, but in August, 1884, sold his interest and commenced reading medicine with Drs. Dailey and Watson, of Tennison, which he still continues. May 28, 1875, Mr. Erwin was united in marriage with Miss Margaret E. Powers, daughter of George and Harriet (Day) Powers, and to them have been born these two children: Ida E. and Eva. Mrs. Erwin was born October 28, 1856. Mr. Erwin owns a farm of eighty acres of good land well improved, and his dwelling and store property. He and wife are not church members, but are well respected by all who know them. Mr. Erwin in politics is a Democrat.