John G. Ash

biography

JOHN G. ASH, farmer, P.O. Riceville, was born October 19, 1853, in Cussewago Township, this county, and is the son of Jonas and Sarah Ash, who were among the pioneers of that township.  Our subject was brought up on his father's farm, and received his education in the schools of the home district.  He was united in marriage November 18, 1873, with Alvira Brace, daughter of Josiah and Mary Ann Brace, of Hayfield Township, this county.  They came to Athens Township the next year and purchased the farm they now occupy, comprising 100 acres of well improved land.  Their children are Florence May and Everett DeForest.  Mr. Ash has always been a Republican.  He is an industrious, enterprising young farmer respected by all.