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CPT George W. Child

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Birth	:	15 Dec 1832 Bath, Grafton County, New Hampshire, USA
Death	:	10 Mar 1904 Nevada, Story County, Iowa, USA
Burial	:	Evergreen Memorial Park, Sumter, Sumter County, USA
Coordinate	:	33.9397011, -80.3760986
Plot	:	Block 7 row 7 plot 12 Lot 4
Description	:	Married Lavina A. Hall 9 Oct 1853 at Mount Morris, Ogle, Illinois. Children of George and Lavina: Fannie E. (1858-1859) Hattie Charlotte (1859-1930) William Wilson "Willie" (1862-1951) George Chester (1864-1937) Harry F. (1868-1868) Bert Beyson (1871-1951) Mary E. (1875- ) Freddie Eugene (1877-1956) Infant Infant Harry (1883- ) Following bio from the Nevada Community Historical Society submitted by Cindy H.: George Child was born in Bath, New Hampshire, on December 15, 1832. He came west in 1850 to Peoria, Illinois, and in the fall of 1854 moved to Nevada, Iowa. He married Lavina A. Hall in... Read More	Married Lavina A. Hall 9 Oct 1853 at Mount Morris, Ogle, Illinois. Children of George and Lavina: Fannie E. (1858-1859) Hattie Charlotte (1859-1930) William Wilson "Willie" (1862-1951) George Chester (1864-1937) Harry F. (1868-1868) Bert Beyson (1871-1951) Mary E. (1875- ) Freddie Eugene (1877-1956) Infant Infant Harry (1883- ) Following bio from the Nevada Community Historical Society submitted by Cindy H.: George Child was born in Bath, New Hampshire, on December 15, 1832. He came west in 1850 to Peoria, Illinois, and in the fall of 1854 moved to Nevada, Iowa. He married Lavina A. Hall in October 1853. She was born April 14, 1831. The couple had eleven children of whom seven survived Mr. Child. George Child served seven years as Sheriff of Story County, resigning to enlist at the beginning of the Civil War in 1862. He enlisted in Company K, 32nd Iowa Infantry and was chosen First Lieutenant. This was Colonel John Scott’s regiment, who also hailed from Nevada. On one mission, they freed some slaves held captive in shackles. They sent the shackles back to the Story County Sheriff. Though doubtful they were ever used, they were kept for a while as a souvenir of the war. He returned to Nevada following an honorable discharge in 1865. Mr. Child tried several business ventures. He was engaged with his brother-in-law in the dry goods and grocery business. He also owned a livery barn. When Mr. J. C. Lovell, who owned the other livery in town, boasted about the speed of his horse, Mr. Child challenged him to a race. At stake was a parcel of land. Mr. Lovell won the race and the land but after the race Mr. Child bought the horse. Rumor had it that after the acquisition, Mr. Child then bragged about owning the fastest horse in town! George Child was a member of the Grand Army of the Republic and of Nevada Lodge No. 99 of Masons. Mr. Child, using local black walnut logs, built the third home in Nevada (presently 335 J Avenue). The oak floorboards were from the first logs cut at Jarius Chandler’s sawmill near Cambridge. Although moved from its original location, the cabin still stands as a tribute to the struggles and the joys of early pioneer life in Nevada. The Nevada Community Historical Society now owns the site. Lavina died November 12, 1881. George died on March 10, 1904, at his home in Nevada. They are buried in the Nevada Cemetery. Obituaries follow, provided by Jean Wilson: From The Story County Watchman 11 Mar 1904 Obituary. Thursday at 12:35 p. m., after a lingering illness, George Child died at his home in this city. He was born in Bath, N. H., on December 15, 1832, where he spent the earlier days of his life. He came west in 1850 to Peoria, Illinois, and in the fall of 1854 moved to Nevada where he has since resided. He was married to Lavina A. Hall in October, 1853, at Mt. Morris, Illinois, she dying in 1881. He had eleven children of whom seven survive him and were at home at the time of the last call. He served seven years as sheriff of Story county, resigning to enlist at the opening of the war of he rebellion in 1862. He enlisted in Co. K, 32nd Iowa, infantry, was chosen as first lieutenant, and served until August 4, 1865, at which time he was honorably discharged. He was a member of the Grand Army of the Republic and of Nevada Lodge No. 99 of Masons, of this city, at the time of the calling to the future reward. During the years in Nevada he also filled a number of local postitions of honor showing the appreciation in which he was held by the parties who had charge of the workings locally, as well as electors. The funeral will be held Saturday morning from the Presbyterian church under the directions of Nevada Lodge of Masons who will turn out in force in honor of the man and the occasion, and the remains willbe laid to rest in Nevada Cemetery to await the last call. In the same paper: There will be a spectial meeting of Nevada Lodge of Masons Saturday morning for the purpose of attending the funeral of Capt. Child, at ten a. m. All members are expected to attend the funeral at the hour named, thus showing due honor to the deceased. The services will be held at the Presbyterian church. From Story County Watchman March 18, 1904 The funeral of George Child was held Saturday as noted from the Presbyterian church in this city the sermon being preached by Rev. Sanford, Rev. Nye giving the opening prayer and Rev. Bunce the closing. The Masonic order turned out well and took charge of the work and gave their ritual service at the church and grave per their custom. A number of the Grand Army members also turned out in regalia and altogether the attendance was quite large.

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Where is CPT George W. Child's memorial?
CPT George W. Child's memorial is located at: Evergreen Memorial Park, Sumter, Sumter County, USA.
When did CPT George W. Child death?
CPT George W. Child death on 10 Mar 1904 in Nevada, Story County, Iowa, USA
Where are the coordinates of the CPT George W. Child's memorial?
Latitude: 33.9397011
Longitude: -80.3760986

Family Members:

Parent

CPT David Child

(1805 - 1891)

Charlotte Moulton Child

(1811 - 1886)

Spouse

Lavina A. Hall Child

(1831 - 1881)

Siblings

Chester Childs

(1828 - 1867)

Smith Moulton Child

(1836 - 1915)

Children

Fannie E. Child

(1858 - 1859)

Hattie Charlotte Child Stevens

(1859 - 1930)

William Wilson “Willie” Child

(1862 - 1951)

George Chester Child

(1864 - 1937)

Infant Son Child

(1868 - 1868)

Bert Beyson Child

(1871 - 1951)

Mary Elizabeth “Molly” Child Glassco

(1875 - 1920)

Harry Freeman Childs

(1883 - 1949)

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Coordinate: 33.9397011, -80.3760986

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Coordinate: 33.9239800, -80.3410420

13. White Cemetery
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Coordinate: 33.9659300, -80.3510900

14. Allen Chapel AME Church Cemetery
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Coordinate: 33.9067120, -80.3859380

15. Green Acres Cemetery
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Coordinate: 33.9052410, -80.3697040

16. Pitts Cemetery
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Coordinate: 33.9267006, -80.4160995

17. Joseph B. White Cemetery
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Coordinate: 33.9729030, -80.3929270

18. Saint Johns Cemetery
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Coordinate: 33.9655991, -80.4085999

19. Gadson Cemetery
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Coordinate: 33.9081001, -80.4005966

20. Mount Zion Lane Cemetery
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Coordinate: 33.9439011, -80.4216995

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Sumter County, USA
Coordinate: 33.9124411, -80.4185617

23. Dargan-Vaughn Cemetery
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Coordinate: 33.8967018, -80.3989029

24. Webb Cemetery
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