Kit Carson County, Colorado
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Kit Carson County Pioneers:
Franklin H. Baker, 8 South 43 West
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Franklin H. Baker of Decorah, Iowa
May 27, 1898 Decorah, Iowa "At 3:40 o'clock Monday morning, at the home of his son A. C. Baker in this city, occured{sic} the death of Mr. Wm. B. Baker, at the age of 92 years.
Wm. B. Baker was born Aug. 4, 1806, in Cornwall, Mattison county, Vermont. When twenty years of age he moved to New York, engaging in the lumber and iron business. At the age of thirty-three years he removed to Crown Point, N. Y., where he was very active in business relations. About this time he was united in marriage to Miss Famelia W. Clark, of West Point, N. Y. They remained in New York state until 1858 when they came west to Garnavillo, this state, where they remained a year, settling near Castalia in 1859, where the prime of their lives were spent together, Mrs. Baker passing away in November, 1887. Mr. Baker came to Decorah last November, and has since lived here with his son. Six sons were born to this couple, all of whom are living, viz: H. A. and A. D., of Sioux City, Iowa; G. R., of Ridgeway; F. H. and A. C., of Decorah; and E. W.
During his active life Mr. Baker was a prominent citzen of this county. He was always at the front in projects of advancement in all lines; was a county Supervisor in the early days, and was member of the legislature from this district during the war. He was a consistent member of the Congregational ohurch since a young man, and was one of those men who always attract the esteem of all with whom he comes in contact. The funeral services were held yesterday afternoon at five o'clock from the home of his son, A. C. Baker, Rev. Dr. Willett officiating.—Decorah Public Opinion. "
In 1880 Fayette County, Iowa, Frank Baker is farming, 36, with Cornelia 36, Willie F. 8, Fred A. 6, and Millie 3.
In 1900 Winneshiek County, Iowa, Frank H. Baker is a capitalist, born Jan
1844 in New York, married 29 years to Amelia W. April 1844 in Maine. Florence A. Dec 1877, Katherine F. Sept 1881, and Grace E. Feb 1884 wee born in Iowa.
Franklin Hammond Baker 1844-1928 is buried in Decorah, Winneshiek County # 134795488.
So is Frederick Baker 1873-1951, with Mary Helen Baker.
So is Grace Elizabeth (Baker) Beard 1885-1987 # 134806448.
"Cedar Rapids Gazette, Wed., 4 Feb. 1987.
Decorah- Grace E. Beard, 101, died Monday in Barthell Eastern Star Home following a long illness. Surviving are one daughter, Barbara Beard, and three sons, William Jr., James and Franklin, all of Decorah; 11 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.
Services: 2 p.m. Thursday, Congregational United Church of Christ. Burial: Phelps Cemetery. "
As assistant cashier of the National Bank of Decorah, William F. Baker occupies an important position in the financial interests of that city; but he has found time to interest himself in other matters of equal importance, having served for a number of years with conspicuous ability as councilman and also allying himself with others in the interest of better education. Born in Fayette County, Iowa, December 17, 1871, he is a son of F. H. and Cornelia (Davis) Baker, the father a native of New York and the mother of Maine. F. H. Baker came to this county with his parents in 1857, and after having attained maturity crossed the line into Fayette County and there engaged in farming until 1892, when he retired with an ample competence and removed to Decorah, where he still resides at the age of sixty-nine years. The mother has attained the same age.
William F. Baker acquired his early education in the public schools of Winneshiek County and subsequently attended Upper Iowa University at Fayette, from which institution he graduated with the class of 1893. In 1897 he accepted a position in the National Bank of Decorah, with which bank he has remained ever since, having filled the position of assistant cashier for the past ten years. Able, conscientious and industrious, the labors of Mr. Baker have played no small part in the development of trade connections of this institution and his worth has been frequently recognized by his superior officers, while he is popular with the patrons of the bank, who esteem him and hold him and his opinions in high honor. As the years have passed Mr. Baker has extended his interests and has become a stockholder in various other banks.
In October, 1898, Mr. Baker was married to Miss Clara F. Brown, a daughter of William and Isabelle (Porter) Brown, natives of Scott County. The father was an agriculturist all his life and at an early age settled in Cerro Gordo County, where he successfully engaged in farming operations until his death, which occurred in 1907. The mother preceded him in 1900. Mr. and Mrs. Baker are the parents of five children: Lilian, Dorothy, Lucile, Stanley and Carleton.
Having always been deeply interested in the public welfare and taking part in the political issues of the day, Mr. Baker has served for nine years as councilman of his ward, and this remarkable record of continuous service obviates the need of further comment as to his ability and the confidence his constituents place in him. His political affiliations are with the Republican Party, but in local questions he acts independently, merely seeking to promote the best interests of the city. Fraternally he is a member of the Knights of Pythias, and his religious faith is that of the Congregational church, of which he has served as an officer for the past twelve years, giving evidence thereby of his deep interest in this organization and its allied societies. The cause of education has always been near his heart and his efforts along that line found recognition when he was chosen a member of the board of trustees of the Upper Iowa University at Fayette, in which connection he has done valuable work in the interests of that institution. The handsome family home of Mr. and Mrs. Baker is located on Ravine Street, Decorah, and there both extend warmhearted hospitality to their many friends. Ever watchful of his opportunities, Mr. Baker has never feared to venture where his honesty and integrity permitted him to take a further step, and the success which he has attained so far is attributable only to his own efforts, which are guided by industry, energy, ability and honesty. "
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The 1880 census of Leadville has F. H. Baker, a bank clerk, single, age 25, born in Illinois.
November 1880 Leadville "Frank H. Baker, late paying teller of the Bank of Leadville, has gone to Chicago to remain for the winter."
ANOTHER
June 1888 Pueblo "Mr. Frank H. Baker, late with J. A. Truelove,
has accepted a position in Gamble & Co. grocery store,
and we feel confident will attract custom to the house.
He is a very pleaasant gentleman to trade with."
Franklin claimed a quarter in section 4, 8S 43W in 1890.
Franklin H. Baker 1873-1943 is buried in Colorado Springs # 34399306.
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