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Biography of James B. Bradley

July 15, 2024July 17, 2023 by South Dakota Genealogy

History of South Dakota vol 1 title page

James B. Bradley, a pioneer and captain of industry, made significant contributions to the development of Dakota territory and the state. Born in Indiana in 1849, he moved to Iowa with his family before embarking on his own journey to Dakota in 1868. Settling in Lincoln County, Bradley acquired a homestead and established himself as a prominent figure in the community. He ventured into various businesses, including general merchandise and retail drug trade, leaving a lasting impact. Known for his unwavering support for the Republican Party, Bradley also served as the mayor of Hudson, earning widespread respect and recognition.

South Dakota Biographies

July 9, 2023August 10, 2022 by South Dakota Genealogy

Marthy Jane Cannary Biographies from the Memorial and Biographical Record These biographies are from “Memorial and biographical record; an illustrated compendium of biography, containing a compendium of local biography, including biographical sketches of prominent old settlers and representative citizens of South Dakota…” W. G. Ackerman Ell Nathan Aldrich Irwin D. Aldrich M. D. Alexander Andrew … Read more