John's father died when he was seven; he was a grocery owner. John went into the same business as an adult and passed on his knowledge and experience to others in his family. Early on his was in business with his uncle Herman.
His store was at 305 North Main Street in Galena (this location is now an inn called 305 North).
He married Mathilda Scheitler on 10 May 1901. They had one child, Louise Matilda, whose nickname was "Loutilda".
John's father died when he was seven; he was a grocery owner. John went into the same business as an adult and passed on his knowledge and experience to others in his family. Early on his was in business with his uncle Herman.
His store was at 305 North Main Street in Galena (this location is now an inn called 305 North).
He married Mathilda Scheitler on 10 May 1901. They had one child, Louise Matilda, whose nickname was "Loutilda".
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