Hamilton County OhArchives Biographies.....Kiewit, Arnold 1864 - 1915
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Arnold Kiewit.    Of the men who have lent dignity of character, excellence of
labor and largeness of general co-operation to affairs of Hamilton county during
a long period of time, few were better or more favorably known than was the late
Arnold Kiewit, whose death occurred at his home, September 4, 1915. He was born
in Hanover, Germany, May 10, 1864, a son of Lambert and Lydia Kiewit. He
received his education in the public schools of his native town and after laying
aside his text-books, he served for four years as a baker's apprentice. In 1884
he came to the United States, locating in Cincinnati, Ohio, where he followed
his trade until 1890. He then started in business for himself and continued
until 1904 when he went to Harrison. Ohio, and started in the milling business.
   He continued in this, very successfully, until his demise. Politically, he
was a stanch Republican, but never cared for the eminence of office. In
religious affiliations, he was a member of the Protestant Evangelistic church
and was president of the church board. Both he and his wife were active in all
its affairs", whether social or business. Fraternally, he was a valued member of
the Independent Order of Odd Fellows, and has held all the chairs. Mr. Kiewit
married (first) Miss Anna Borger, of Cincinnati, Ohio, whose death occurred in
1901. They were the parents of one son, Arthur, who resides in Harrison, Ohio.
On the 6th day of September, 1904, Mr. Kiewit was united in marriage with Miss
Minnie Lavermann. She was born in West Phalia, Germany, a daughter of Christian
and Louise (Schroeder) Lavermann, and received her education in the public
schools of Germany. Mrs. Kiewit came to this country in 1886, with her sister,
Louise, and located in Cincinnati, where she resided until her marriage. Mrs.
Kiewit is a shrewd business woman, and a lady of true refinement and culture.
She is conducting a millinery business, and has made extensive improvements and
has built a splendid home. She is very popular in the social circles of Harrison
and is loved by all who know her. To Mr. and Mrs. Kiewit were born two children,
Alfred Louis and Ida Louise, both of whom reside at home. In conclusion, it may
be said that while Mr. Kiewit, devoted himself to his business, he always found
time to give a proper amount of attention to the affairs of the city, and he was
recognized as public spirited in the best and highest sense of the word.

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