Bio of Behrns, John (b.1830) Wabasha Co., MN
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This bio comes from "HISTORY OF WABASHA COUNTY" 1884.
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Behrns, John (not listed in book's index) Millville's enterprising 
landlord, and agent for the "Plano" reapers and mowers, was born in 
Germany, in 1830, the third son of Gabriel Behrns. An eighteen-year-old 
lad, Mr. Behrns spent four years in Chicago as his first struggle with the 
world. Four years after he left Chicago he came to Wabasha county, and 
became one of Oakwood's first settlers. About 1870 he founded Bremen. From 
this time on he was buying, selling and trading in land until 1878, when 
he came to Millville and started his present hotel. It is nicely situated 
near the depot, and was one of the earliest business places in Millville. 
In 1882 he took the agency for the "Plano" twine binder. He has always 
been one of the leading men of the township, and held its principal 
offices, of which mention was made in the general history. He kept one of 
Millville's early stores. He has been a member of the Odd-Fellows. He 
married Ludiwika Koping, a native of Germany, in 1856. They have five 
children.
      War of Rebellion (Civil War)
      Indian Wars