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James Wesley Phillips

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Birth	:	7 Apr 1837 Jefferson County, Indiana, USA
Death	:	Jul 1916 Hendricks County, Indiana, USA
Burial	:	Iowa Veterans Home Cemetery, Marshalltown, Marshall County, USA
Coordinate	:	42.0528620, -92.9344550
Description	:	History of Hendricks County , Indiana , by John V. Hadley, located in the Plainfield Indiana Library JAMES W. PHILLIPS All callings, whether humble or exalted, may be productive of some measure of success if enterprise and industry, coupled with a well directed purpose, form the motive force of the person directing the same, and in no case is this fact more apparent than in agricultural pursuits. It is a well authenticated fact that success comes as the result of legitimate and well applied engery, unflagging determination and... Read More	History of Hendricks County , Indiana , by John V. Hadley, located in the Plainfield Indiana Library JAMES W. PHILLIPS All callings, whether humble or exalted, may be productive of some measure of success if enterprise and industry, coupled with a well directed purpose, form the motive force of the person directing the same, and in no case is this fact more apparent than in agricultural pursuits. It is a well authenticated fact that success comes as the result of legitimate and well applied engery, unflagging determination and perseverance as well as the above enumerated qualities. When a course of action is once decided upon, these attributes are essential. Success is never known to smile upon the idler or dreamer and she never courts the loafer, only those who have diligently sought her favor being crowned with her blessings. In tracing the history of the prosperous and influential agriculturist whose name forms the caption of this biographical review, we find that the above-named elements have entered largely into his make-up and therefore we are not surprised at the large and ever-growing success which he has attained. James W. Phillips was born in Jeff erson county, Indiana, on April 7, 1837, the son of Thomas and Susan ( Wilson ) Phillips, both of whom were natives of North Carolina . When young, they were brought to Kentucky with their parents, and later came to Indiana with their families, their marriage not taking place until after they had become residents of the Hoosier state. Thomas Phillips was killed by a tree falling on him while felling timber, at the time the subject of this sketch was fifteen years old. Being the oldest of the family, many of its burdens and responsibilities then fell upon his young shoulders and he remained at home for a number of years, assisting the mother in the care and support of the family of younger brothers and sisters. In 1861 Mr. Phillips was united in marriage with Lydia Gray, whose death occurred in 1879. She was the mother of two children, namely: Charles H., who died at the age of twenty-nine years, never having been married, and Clarence B., who took as his wife Leoda Wilson. By this wife he has two children, Wilma, who makes her home with her father, and Harold, who has always been under the care of his maternal grandmother, his mother having passed away when he was only four days old. Clarence B. chose as his second wife Cornelia Pearcy, by whom he has one child, Otis, residing with his parents. In 1881 Mr. Phillips was united in marriage with Melvina Gray, a sister of his first wife, by whom he has six children. Lydia and Melvina Gray were the daughters of Hiram and Roxey (Young) Gray, the former from Clermont County , Ohio , and the latter of whom was a native of New York . They were married in 1834 and lived for several years in Ohio . Wishing to better their fortunes, they removed to the state of Kentucky , where they remained for only a year and , being dissatisfied, returned to their former home in Ohio . They later came to Indiana and settled in Jennings County , where Melvina was born. When she was ten years old, the family moved to Missouri , making the trip overland in covered wagons. They were there eight years, when the dealth of the mother occured, and the father brought his family back into Indiana and settled in Hendricks county about two and one-half miles northeast of Brownsburg. Here he purchased a farm, where he lived for a number of years, later disposing of it and purchasing property in Brownsburg, where he lived until his death. Of Mr. Phillips' family by his second wife, the eldest is Iva Jane, wife of Harry Bell, a resident of Brownsburg. They have a family of three children, Mabel, Horace and Grant. Mr. Phillips has three children remaining at home. Hiram, Roy and Delta. Susan, another daughter, married James Smith and they are engaged in agricultural work in Boone county. They have a family of four children, Lloyd, Ester, Kellar and Noble. Ruth, another daughter, is the wife of Riley Smith and they live on his father's farm, one mile west of the Phillips home. James W. Phillips first came to Hendricks county in 1865 and for two years lived on rented farms, after which time he purchased the home where he has since resided. Mr. Phillips is a graduate of a military school, being second lieutenant of his company at the time of his graduation. During the dark days of the sixties, while not at the front, he was busy in the work nearer home. He did sevice in the Jefferson county militia, assisting in the pursuit of Morgan and his raiders. He also helped guard Confederate prisoners which were brought to Indianapolis . He had three brothers at the front, one of whom died while in service, having contracted a serious illness while on duty. He also had three brothers-in-law in the war, one of whom starved to death in Andersonville prison. Politically, Mr. Phillips is a strong supporter of the Republican party and while not a seeker after office for himself, his influence at the polls is a thing reckoned with by those who do seek such honors. Mrs. Phillips is a member of the Methodist Episcopal church and while Mr. Phillips does not hold church membership anywhere, his sympathies would seem to be with the society chosen by his wife, for he gave the site on which the Corinth Methodist church is erected and has in other ways assisted financially in its support, while Mrs. Phillips gives much of her time to further the interests of the society. Mr. Phillips has ever shown himself worthy of the high esteem in which he is held. His life has been filled with activity and usefulness, while his untiring energy and ability have secured for him a conspicuous and honorable place among the citizens of his community. His strict integrity and unpretending bearing have elevated him in the confidence of his fellow citizens, and his influence has always been exerted in the interests of those things which have helped to elevate his fellow men socially, morally and educationally. Because of his successful career and his high personal character, he is eminently entitled to representation among the leading men of his county. The History of Hendricks County (Chicago: Interstate Publishing, 1885)-- Brown Township , pages 478-479 James W. Phillips, one of the successful farmers of Brown Township , is a native of Jefferson County , Ind. , born April 7, 1837, a son of Thomas and Susan Phillips. His father was a native of North Carolina , and immigrated to Indiana with his parents in an early day. Of ten children born to his parents six are living--Newton E., James W., Alexander W., Melville, Milton A. and Susan. James W. Phillips was reared in his native county, and made it his home till the fall of 1865, when he moved to Hendricks County, and in 1867 settled on the farm where he now lives, on section 22, Brown Township. His farm contains 105 acres of fine land, and his improvements are large and comfortable and in good repair. Mr. Phillips is an energetic, industrious man, and is one of the prosperous farmers of Hendricks County . He was married July 4, 1861, to Lydia M. Gray, of Jennings County , Ind. To them have been born four children--Charles H., Clarence, Iva J. and Roy. In politics Mr. Phillips is a Republican. OBITUARY The Danville Republican, Danville ( Hendricks County ) Indiana , August 3, 1916 P-1 C-5 James Phillips, a prominent farmer of Brown township, died last Saturday. He had a severe stroke of paralysis, three weeks ago from which resulted his death. He is the father of Clarence Phillips, the present nominee for commissioner of the third district and brother of Melville Phillips, our fellow townsman. An elder brother living in Scott county is at the point of death.

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James Wesley Phillips's memorial is located at: Iowa Veterans Home Cemetery, Marshalltown, Marshall County, USA.
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James Wesley Phillips death on Jul 1916 in Hendricks County, Indiana, USA
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Latitude: 42.0528620
Longitude: -92.9344550

Family Members:

Parent

Susan Wilson Phillips

(1813 - 1891)

Spouse

Lydia M. Gray Phillips

(1844 - 1879)

Elizabeth Melvina Gray Phillips

(1857 - 1934)

Siblings

Martha Phillips

(unknow - 1877)

Alexander Wood Phillips

(1839 - 1929)

Susan Phillips Peak

(1844 - 1926)

Philomen Melville Phillips

(1847 - 1923)

Milton A. Phillips

(1849 - 1927)

Children

Charles H Phillips

(1862 - 1891)

Clarence B “Buddy” Phillips

(1876 - 1959)

Iva Jane Phillips Bell

(1882 - 1968)

Roy James Phillips

(1884 - 1967)

Ruth Mae Phillips Smith

(1892 - 1980)

Delta Irene Phillips Brown

(1899 - 1987)

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Nearby Cemetories:

1. Iowa Veterans Home Cemetery
Marshalltown, Marshall County, USA
Coordinate: 42.0528620, -92.9344550

2. Hartwell Cemetery
Marshalltown, Marshall County, USA
Coordinate: 42.0555420, -92.9351100

3. Riverside Cemetery
Marshalltown, Marshall County, USA
Coordinate: 42.0583000, -92.9131012

4. Brown Cemetery
Taylor, Marshall County, USA
Coordinate: 42.0838000, -92.8889000

5. Rose Hill Memorial Gardens Cemetery
Marshalltown, Marshall County, USA
Coordinate: 42.0092010, -92.9021988

6. Marietta Cemetery
Marietta, Marshall County, USA
Coordinate: 42.0675011, -93.0008011

7. Quinn Cemetery
Green Mountain, Marshall County, USA
Coordinate: 42.0833208, -92.8743664

8. Center School Cemetery
Marshalltown, Marshall County, USA
Coordinate: 41.9954270, -92.9463690

9. Albion Cemetery
Albion, Marshall County, USA
Coordinate: 42.1042010, -92.9863820

10. Hixite Cemetery
Marshall County, USA
Coordinate: 42.0786018, -93.0141983

11. Rock Valley Cemetery
Le Grand, Marshall County, USA
Coordinate: 42.0078011, -92.8452988

12. Iowa River Brethren Church Cemetery
Marshalltown, Marshall County, USA
Coordinate: 42.0614490, -92.8257610

13. Hartland Friends Cemetery
Marietta, Marshall County, USA
Coordinate: 42.0790000, -93.0412500

14. LaMoille Cemetery
LaMoille, Marshall County, USA
Coordinate: 42.0194016, -93.0391998

15. Prairieville Cemetery
Marshall County, USA
Coordinate: 42.1371994, -92.9233017

16. Timber Creek Cemetery
Marshalltown, Marshall County, USA
Coordinate: 41.9678001, -92.9100037

17. Wallin Cemetery
Marion, Marshall County, USA
Coordinate: 42.0527661, -92.8140879

18. Green Mountain Cemetery
Green Mountain, Marshall County, USA
Coordinate: 42.1026250, -92.8242800

19. Bowles Cemetery
Green Mountain, Marshall County, USA
Coordinate: 42.0493147, -92.8053903

20. Gaer Ballard Cemetery
Albion, Marshall County, USA
Coordinate: 42.1290000, -93.0187000

21. County Home Cemetery
Marshalltown, Marshall County, USA
Coordinate: 42.0082970, -93.0694733

22. Immaculate Conception Cemetery
Haverhill, Marshall County, USA
Coordinate: 41.9436720, -92.9572400

23. Friends Cemetery
Le Grand, Marshall County, USA
Coordinate: 42.0062000, -92.7856000

24. Trinity Lutheran Cemetery
Dillon, Marshall County, USA
Coordinate: 41.9650002, -92.8227997