Biographical Sketch of Thomas Culligan, St. Joseph, Buchanan County, MO

>From "History of Buchanan County, Missouri, Published 1881, St. Joseph
Steam Printing Company, Printers, Binders, Etc., St. Joseph, Missouri.
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Thomas Culligan, the subject of this brief sketch, is a native of
Ireland, and was born December 21, 1827, and received his education
in his native country.  In 1849, he emigrated to America, arriving
in June of that year.  In September, 1856, he came to this city and
entered the employ of the late John Corby, one of Buchanan County's
early and most respected citizens, as well as one of St. Joseph's
most prominent business men, and by his straight forward, upright
course, and sterling business talents, he received the confidence
of his employer in a high degree.  At the death of Mr. Corby, his
large estate was left to Mrs. Corby, who, sharing the confidence
of her husband in Mr. Culligan, entrusted him the management of the
entire property.  This trust he has so executed as to commend him
to the entire business community, and his private character and 
business record is without stain.  He is no political aspirant,
preferring the peace and quiet of his legitimate business.  He
married Miss Maria L. Blake, of this city, in 1853.  Their family
consists of seven children:  Mary L., Margaret, Henrietta, Eddie,
Millie, Joseph and Birdie.

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