Wm. Anthony, a native of this county, was born Dec. 9, 1833. His father, Martin Anthony, came to this county about the year 1831. William was reared on a farm and had limited school advantages. He attended school a mile and a half from home, in an old log cabin with no ceiling, and a fire-place across one end of the house. His books consisted of a testament and spelling- book. July 17, 1867, he married Orle A., daughter of the late Leander Jeffers, of the vicinity of Hannibal, Mo. Mrs. Anthony was born whom three are living, – Ida, Mattie and Nellie. Mr. A. is engaged in general farming on sec. 6, this township. P. O., Griggsville

History of Pike County Chapman & Co. 1880 (People/ Towns / Religion/ )