People

William H Ervin

William H. Ervin (born August 22, 1852, Armstrong County, Pennsylvania) was a farmer in Dundee Township, Kane County, Illinois, known for his work in dairy-farming and bee culture. He settled permanently in the Dundee area in 1878 and became a figure of some standing in the local fraternal community. (Source: *Historical Encyclopedia of Illinois and History of Kane County* (1904))

Known Activities

Ervin's primary occupations on his farm, located approximately 3.5 miles northwest of Dundee village, were dairy-farming and bee culture. Prior to farming, he was reportedly employed at iron works in Martin's Ferry, Ohio, during his early manhood. (Source: Historical Encyclopedia of Illinois and History of Kane County (1904))

He held memberships in several fraternal organizations, including the Masons, the Odd Fellows, the Modern Woodmen of America, and the Knights of the Maccabees. (Source: Historical Encyclopedia of Illinois and History of Kane County (1904))

In 1878, Ervin married Margaret Crichton, daughter of John Crichton, described as a pioneer settler of Dundee Township. (Source: Historical Encyclopedia of Illinois and History of Kane County (1904))

Timeline

YearEvent
August 22, 1852Born in Armstrong County, Pennsylvania
1860Relocated with family to Ohio, where he received his educational training
Early manhoodEmployed at iron works in Martin's Ferry, Ohio
1875Moved to Illinois
1878Settled on farm approximately 3.5 miles northwest of Dundee village
1878Married Margaret Crichton, daughter of John Crichton
## Sources
  • Historical Encyclopedia of Illinois and History of Kane County (1904). Retrieved from archive.org.