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Easton, Andrew Jackson, 1834-1920

 Person

Biography

Andrew Jackson Easton (1834-1920) was born September 30, 1834, was a farmer, prominent citizen and Supervisor of Berrien Township. In 1855, Andrew married Miss Emmarillis P. Willis (1836-1894). The couple would have seven children. Andrew was also a member of the Free Masons, a member of the United Workmen at Eau Claire and has been Master of the Grange. The couple lived in Berrien Center until his death in 1920.

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Andrew Jackson Easton diaries

 Collection
Identifier: RH-A-4233
Scope and Contents

This collection is composed of thirty-two diaries written by Andrew Jackson Easton (1834-1920) from 1869-1914. The diaries detail the daily life of Andrew, a general farmer who lived in Berrien Center, Michigan. The winter months focus on activities such as woodcutting and selling. The warmer months focus on farming activities for both livestock and produce. The fall months focus on picking produce and harvesting crops.

Dates: 1869-1914