ID
1588
Nationality
American
Occupation
Soldier?
Military
Insurance agent
Summary
Born at Lexington, KY and attended the Kentucky Institution for the Deaf and Dumb, graduating in 1859. Served in the Army during and after the American Civil War, but it is not clear whether he actually served as a soldier or only in a civilian support position. He served several generals and other high-ranking officers until 1871, when he was furloughed due to cuts in the size of the Army. After a short time in business, he went into the insurance business, in which he was very successful. Also served as a notary public and as a director of the Kentucky School. Married Belle Beard.
References
Representative Deaf Persons [first edition], p.78-79; Peeps into the Deaf World, p.184-185; Benefits of Education to the Deaf, p.13; Representative Deaf Persons [second edition], p.93-95.
Dates
12 March 1840-?