Edgar Co. Il Biographies - G. W. Halbert Surname: Halbert, Stewart Submitter: Tracy Smith EMAIL: tjpblshr@phnx.uswest.net DATE: Jun 29 2000 **************************************************************** USGenWeb Archives NOTICE: ------------------- These electronic pages may not be reproduced in any format for profit, or presentation by any other organization, or persons. Persons or organizations desiring to use this material, must obtain the written consent of the contributor, or the legal representative of the submitter, and contact the listed USGenWeb archivist with proof of this consent. **************************************************************** G. W. HALBERT, farmer; P. O. Paris; is a native of Clay Co., Ind.; he was born March 13, 1841; he grew to manhood and received his education at his native place; he has thus far in life made farming a business; in 1876, he settled on the farm where he now lives; his farm consisting of fifty-two acres, which is nicely cultivated and improved, making as pleasant a little home as may be found in the county. On May 25, 1865, he married Miss Laura, daughter of V. Stewart, who was an old and well-respected citizen of Paris. They are people in good standing in the community and have the esteem and confidence of many friends.