Joseph M. Golder, an agriculturist of extensive relations in Montmorency Township, and resident on seclion 10, was born March 8, 1834, in Dutchess Co., N. Y. He is the only son of Alonzo and Caroline E. Golder, of whom a sketch is presented on other pages. His education was obtained in the public schools, and he also attended a school of higher grade for a time. He has always lived with his parents; and on arriving at a suitable age he became associated with his father in business operations. He was 22 years of age when they made their joint purchase of land in Montmorency Township and he is the practical manager of their large estate, his father being now in advanced life.
Mr. Golder is a Democrat in political sentiment. He is a useful and able citizen, and has officiated as School Treasurer 18 years and as Director six years. He has served for many years as Elder in the Presbyterian Church.
He was married Dec. 11, 1861, in Montmorency Township, to Helen A Church. She was born Oct. 15, 1839, in Oswego Co., N. Y., and is the daughter of Artemus and Elizabeth (Peck) Church, who were both natives of the State of New York. John F., Carrie E., Lee and Ly1e (twins), William L. and Maud V., are the names of the children of Mr. and Mrs. Golder. The latter is also a member of the Presbyterian Church.
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