John William Yocum, father of Francis B. Yocum, who was also a minister of high standing and much usefulness in the Bee Ridge church and community in early pioneer times, and the second member of the state legislature elected from Clay county as a separate representative district, died November 4, 1840, aged 66 years, his wife, Sarah Yocum, having preceded him, in the month of October, 1837, aged 58 years. Both father and son were buried at the Billstown cemetery, but no monuments designate their resting places.
Montgomery Co., KY deed book 10, page 460 [Researched by Ellen Belcher]
This indenture made this eighteenth day of October in the year of our Lord one thousand eight hundred and twenty two between William Yocum and Sally his wife of the one part and Isreal Jennings of the other part witnesseth that the above named William Yocum and Sally his wife for and in consideration of the sum of six hundred dollars to him in hand paid the receipt of which is hereby acknowledged hath granted, bargained, and sold unto the said Israel Jennings his heirs, and assigns, as good and sufficient deed unto a certain tract, or parcel of land situate and being in the county of Montgomery on a branch of Brush Creek, the waters of Slate Creek, containing by survey fifty acres be the same more or less and bounded as followeth (to wit); Beginning at two white ash trees, and Elm on the old state road, on a branch of Brush Creek, and running thence S 46 degrees West 104 poles to two Sugartrees and beech, in Nicholas Proctors line, thence S 60 degrees East 78 poles to a hickory, white walnut, beech, and ash, thence S 37 degrees West to a beech and hickory, thence a line to strike the northwestwardly corner of John Millers improvement, thence N 57 degrees East 100 poles to a white ash and elm on the Southwest side of Brush Creek, thence up said Creek with its meanders 105 poles to the beginning, being part of an Entry Survey and Patent made in the name of Edward and John Payne, together with all and singular, the premises thereto, belonging or appertaining to have and to hold the Land hereby conveyed unto the said Israel Jennings, his heirs and assigns forever, and said William Yocum and Sally his wife binds themselves, their heirs and assigns to warrant, and defend the aforesaid Land from all and every person or persons Claim or claims whatever.
In testimony whereof we have hereunto set our hands and affixed our seals the day and date first above written.
William Yocum
Sally Yocum
Montgomery County Court Clerks office October 28th 1822
I, Thomas F. Hazelrigg, Deputy Clerk for Micajah Harrison, clerk of the Court for the county aforesaid do certify that this deed of bargain and sale from William Yocum and Sally his wife to Israel Jennings, was this day produced to me in the office aforesaid, and acknowledged by said Yocum to be his act and deed, hand and seal for the purposes therein contained and thereupon the same is duly entered of Record in said office.
Attest, T.F. Hazelrigg, D.C.
WILLIAM F. YOCUM, native of Clay county, son of Isom Yocum, born September 14, 1847; acquired a good common school education, and taught successfully in the public schools of this county and in the state of Illinois for a period of ten or twelve years. In 1872 he began reading law and two years later was admitted to the bar. On the 19th day of March, 1874, he married Mary J. Reeder, on her twentieth birthday, an assistant teacher in the Staunton schools, of which he was the principal. For the years 1875-76 he was deputy sheriff under his uncle, Jesse Yocum. Succeeding this term of service he engaged in the practice of law at Staunton. In 1890-91 he served for a time as deputy auditor under his brother, Matthew R. Yocum. He died July 13, 1892, aged 44 years, 9 months and 29 days, survived by his wife and five children-three sons and two daughters. Mr. Yocum was a man og good native ability and liberal acquirements, much above the average as an instructor and disciplinarian.
BERT YOCUM, superintendent of the Brazil office of the Prudential Insurance Company, is well-known in Clay county, being one of its intelligent as well as one of its representative citizens. He was born in Staunton, this county, in 1874. His father, William F. Yocum, was born in Dick Johnson township, Clay county, September 14, 1847, and was a representative of one of the old pioneer families of this part of the state, being the fourth in order of birth in a family of ten children, whose father, Isom Yocum, came to Clay county from Kentucky in 1832 - the year in which the Black Hawk war occurred. Every evidence of pioneer life here existed. The forest trees stood in their primeval strength and the prairies were covered with their native grasses. Only here and there had a little cabin been built, showing that the seeds of civilization were being planted in this part of the state. The grandfather bore an active and helpful part in the general agricultural development of the community and was identified with various events which left their impression upon the pioneer history. His son, William F. Yocum, was here reared amid the wild scenes and environments of frontier life. He began teaching school when eighteen years of age and followed that profession for fifteen years or more. His early educational privileges were limited to the opportunities offered by the common schools, but being ambitious and persevering he gained by hard study and close application an education much in advance of the majority of the people of the day. Determining to devote his energies to lines of life demanding intellectuality and close application he took up the study of law and in 1874 was admitted to the bar. He then practice at Staunton until 1890, when he came to Brazil and was appointed Deputy County Auditor, and served until his death, July 15, 1892. He served as deputy sheriff of the county from 1875 until 1877, under J. B. Yocom, his uncle, and while he was filling that position the county records were removed from Bowling Green, Kentucky, Mr. Yocom assisting in this task. He was a member of Staunton lodge, A.F. and A.M., and acted as its master. His political allegiance was given to the Democracy and in citizenship he was progressive and helpful. He married Miss Mary J. Reeder, who was born on the present site of Center Point, Clay county, Indiana, March 19, 1853. The wedding was celebrated March 19, 1874-the twenty-first anniversary of the bride's birth. Mrs. Yocum is still living and by her marriage she became the mother of eight children, seven of whom survive: Bert, Harvey C., Ross D., Bessie O., William F. Jr., Eugene F. and Nellie M.
Bert Yocum pursued his education in the graded schools of Staunton and at the age of sixteen years began teaching school. After following that profession for two years he entered the employ of the Baldwin Music Company with which he continued for six years. He next engaged with the Brazil Steam Laundry and after two years spent in that way in 1901 he became connected with the Prudential Insurance Company as an agent. On the 9th of April, 1902, he became local superintendent of the Brazil office and has since acted in this capacity, being one of the best known insurance men of his district.
On the 16th of September, 1906, Mr. Yocum was married to Miss Catherine Stewart, who was born near Morgan's Crossing, June 9, 1882, a daughter of James and Anna (Wimsey) Stewart. Her father was a native of Newburg, Kentucky, and her mother of Brazil, Indiana. Both are still living and Mr. Stewart is a coal miner. His political endorsement at the polls is given to the Democracy. Unto him and his wife were born seven children, namely: Mrs. Yocum, Della, Peter, Frank, Margaret, Paul and Helen.
Unto Mr. and Mrs. Yocom has been born one son, William Francis. Mr. Yocum is a member of the Brazil Concert Band, with which he has been identified for thirteen years. He has always been a lover of music.
Montgomery Co., KY deed book 10, page 460 [Researched by Ellen Belcher]
This indenture made this eighteenth day of October in the year of our Lord one thousand eight hundred and twenty two between William Yocum and Sally his wife of the one part and Isreal Jennings of the other part witnesseth that the above named William Yocum and Sally his wife for and in consideration of the sum of six hundred dollars to him in hand paid the receipt of which is hereby acknowledged hath granted, bargained, and sold unto the said Israel Jennings his heirs, and assigns, as good and sufficient deed unto a certain tract, or parcel of land situate and being in the county of Montgomery on a branch of Brush Creek, the waters of Slate Creek, containing by survey fifty acres be the same more or less and bounded as followeth (to wit); Beginning at two white ash trees, and Elm on the old state road, on a branch of Brush Creek, and running thence S 46 degrees West 104 poles to two Sugartrees and beech, in Nicholas Proctors line, thence S 60 degrees East 78 poles to a hickory, white walnut, beech, and ash, thence S 37 degrees West to a beech and hickory, thence a line to strike the northwestwardly corner of John Millers improvement, thence N 57 degrees East 100 poles to a white ash and elm on the Southwest side of Brush Creek, thence up said Creek with its meanders 105 poles to the beginning, being part of an Entry Survey and Patent made in the name of Edward and John Payne, together with all and singular, the premises thereto, belonging or appertaining to have and to hold the Land hereby conveyed unto the said Israel Jennings, his heirs and assigns forever, and said William Yocum and Sally his wife binds themselves, their heirs and assigns to warrant, and defend the aforesaid Land from all and every person or persons Claim or claims whatever.
In testimony whereof we have hereunto set our hands and affixed our seals the day and date first above written.
William Yocum
Sally Yocum
Montgomery County Court Clerks office October 28th 1822
I, Thomas F. Hazelrigg, Deputy Clerk for Micajah Harrison, clerk of the Court for the county aforesaid do certify that this deed of bargain and sale from William Yocum and Sally his wife to Israel Jennings, was this day produced to me in the office aforesaid, and acknowledged by said Yocum to be his act and deed, hand and seal for the purposes therein contained and thereupon the same is duly entered of Record in said office.
Attest, T.F. Hazelrigg, D.C.
WILLIAM F. YOCUM, native of Clay county, son of Isom Yocum, born September 14, 1847; acquired a good common school education, and taught successfully in the public schools of this county and in the state of Illinois for a period of ten or twelve years. In 1872 he began reading law and two years later was admitted to the bar. On the 19th day of March, 1874, he married Mary J. Reeder, on her twentieth birthday, an assistant teacher in the Staunton schools, of which he was the principal. For the years 1875-76 he was deputy sheriff under his uncle, Jesse Yocum. Succeeding this term of service he engaged in the practice of law at Staunton. In 1890-91 he served for a time as deputy auditor under his brother, Matthew R. Yocum. He died July 13, 1892, aged 44 years, 9 months and 29 days, survived by his wife and five children-three sons and two daughters. Mr. Yocum was a man og good native ability and liberal acquirements, much above the average as an instructor and disciplinarian.
BERT YOCUM, superintendent of the Brazil office of the Prudential Insurance Company, is well-known in Clay county, being one of its intelligent as well as one of its representative citizens. He was born in Staunton, this county, in 1874. His father, William F. Yocum, was born in Dick Johnson township, Clay county, September 14, 1847, and was a representative of one of the old pioneer families of this part of the state, being the fourth in order of birth in a family of ten children, whose father, Isom Yocum, came to Clay county from Kentucky in 1832 - the year in which the Black Hawk war occurred. Every evidence of pioneer life here existed. The forest trees stood in their primeval strength and the prairies were covered with their native grasses. Only here and there had a little cabin been built, showing that the seeds of civilization were being planted in this part of the state. The grandfather bore an active and helpful part in the general agricultural development of the community and was identified with various events which left their impression upon the pioneer history. His son, William F. Yocum, was here reared amid the wild scenes and environments of frontier life. He began teaching school when eighteen years of age and followed that profession for fifteen years or more. His early educational privileges were limited to the opportunities offered by the common schools, but being ambitious and persevering he gained by hard study and close application an education much in advance of the majority of the people of the day. Determining to devote his energies to lines of life demanding intellectuality and close application he took up the study of law and in 1874 was admitted to the bar. He then practice at Staunton until 1890, when he came to Brazil and was appointed Deputy County Auditor, and served until his death, July 15, 1892. He served as deputy sheriff of the county from 1875 until 1877, under J. B. Yocom, his uncle, and while he was filling that position the county records were removed from Bowling Green, Kentucky, Mr. Yocom assisting in this task. He was a member of Staunton lodge, A.F. and A.M., and acted as its master. His political allegiance was given to the Democracy and in citizenship he was progressive and helpful. He married Miss Mary J. Reeder, who was born on the present site of Center Point, Clay county, Indiana, March 19, 1853. The wedding was celebrated March 19, 1874-the twenty-first anniversary of the bride's birth. Mrs. Yocum is still living and by her marriage she became the mother of eight children, seven of whom survive: Bert, Harvey C., Ross D., Bessie O., William F. Jr., Eugene F. and Nellie M.
Bert Yocum pursued his education in the graded schools of Staunton and at the age of sixteen years began teaching school. After following that profession for two years he entered the employ of the Baldwin Music Company with which he continued for six years. He next engaged with the Brazil Steam Laundry and after two years spent in that way in 1901 he became connected with the Prudential Insurance Company as an agent. On the 9th of April, 1902, he became local superintendent of the Brazil office and has since acted in this capacity, being one of the best known insurance men of his district.
On the 16th of September, 1906, Mr. Yocum was married to Miss Catherine Stewart, who was born near Morgan's Crossing, June 9, 1882, a daughter of James and Anna (Wimsey) Stewart. Her father was a native of Newburg, Kentucky, and her mother of Brazil, Indiana. Both are still living and Mr. Stewart is a coal miner. His political endorsement at the polls is given to the Democracy. Unto him and his wife were born seven children, namely: Mrs. Yocum, Della, Peter, Frank, Margaret, Paul and Helen.
Unto Mr. and Mrs. Yocom has been born one son, William Francis. Mr. Yocum is a member of the Brazil Concert Band, with which he has been identified for thirteen years. He has always been a lover of music.
John William Yocum, father of Francis B. Yocum, who was also a minister of high standing and much usefulness in the Bee Ridge church and community in early pioneer times, and the second member of the state legislature elected from Clay county as a separate representative district, died November 4, 1840, aged 66 years, his wife, Sarah Yocum, having preceded him, in the month of October, 1837, aged 58 years. Both father and son were buried at the Billstown cemetery, but no monuments designate their resting places.
Montgomery Co., KY deed book 10, page 460 [Researched by Ellen Belcher]
This indenture made this eighteenth day of October in the year of our Lord one thousand eight hundred and twenty two between William Yocum and Sally his wife of the one part and Isreal Jennings of the other part witnesseth that the above named William Yocum and Sally his wife for and in consideration of the sum of six hundred dollars to him in hand paid the receipt of which is hereby acknowledged hath granted, bargained, and sold unto the said Israel Jennings his heirs, and assigns, as good and sufficient deed unto a certain tract, or parcel of land situate and being in the county of Montgomery on a branch of Brush Creek, the waters of Slate Creek, containing by survey fifty acres be the same more or less and bounded as followeth (to wit); Beginning at two white ash trees, and Elm on the old state road, on a branch of Brush Creek, and running thence S 46 degrees West 104 poles to two Sugartrees and beech, in Nicholas Proctors line, thence S 60 degrees East 78 poles to a hickory, white walnut, beech, and ash, thence S 37 degrees West to a beech and hickory, thence a line to strike the northwestwardly corner of John Millers improvement, thence N 57 degrees East 100 poles to a white ash and elm on the Southwest side of Brush Creek, thence up said Creek with its meanders 105 poles to the beginning, being part of an Entry Survey and Patent made in the name of Edward and John Payne, together with all and singular, the premises thereto, belonging or appertaining to have and to hold the Land hereby conveyed unto the said Israel Jennings, his heirs and assigns forever, and said William Yocum and Sally his wife binds themselves, their heirs and assigns to warrant, and defend the aforesaid Land from all and every person or persons Claim or claims whatever.
In testimony whereof we have hereunto set our hands and affixed our seals the day and date first above written.
William Yocum
Sally Yocum
Montgomery County Court Clerks office October 28th 1822
I, Thomas F. Hazelrigg, Deputy Clerk for Micajah Harrison, clerk of the Court for the county aforesaid do certify that this deed of bargain and sale from William Yocum and Sally his wife to Israel Jennings, was this day produced to me in the office aforesaid, and acknowledged by said Yocum to be his act and deed, hand and seal for the purposes therein contained and thereupon the same is duly entered of Record in said office.
Attest, T.F. Hazelrigg, D.C.
WILLIAM F. YOCUM, native of Clay county, son of Isom Yocum, born September 14, 1847; acquired a good common school education, and taught successfully in the public schools of this county and in the state of Illinois for a period of ten or twelve years. In 1872 he began reading law and two years later was admitted to the bar. On the 19th day of March, 1874, he married Mary J. Reeder, on her twentieth birthday, an assistant teacher in the Staunton schools, of which he was the principal. For the years 1875-76 he was deputy sheriff under his uncle, Jesse Yocum. Succeeding this term of service he engaged in the practice of law at Staunton. In 1890-91 he served for a time as deputy auditor under his brother, Matthew R. Yocum. He died July 13, 1892, aged 44 years, 9 months and 29 days, survived by his wife and five children-three sons and two daughters. Mr. Yocum was a man og good native ability and liberal acquirements, much above the average as an instructor and disciplinarian.
BERT YOCUM, superintendent of the Brazil office of the Prudential Insurance Company, is well-known in Clay county, being one of its intelligent as well as one of its representative citizens. He was born in Staunton, this county, in 1874. His father, William F. Yocum, was born in Dick Johnson township, Clay county, September 14, 1847, and was a representative of one of the old pioneer families of this part of the state, being the fourth in order of birth in a family of ten children, whose father, Isom Yocum, came to Clay county from Kentucky in 1832 - the year in which the Black Hawk war occurred. Every evidence of pioneer life here existed. The forest trees stood in their primeval strength and the prairies were covered with their native grasses. Only here and there had a little cabin been built, showing that the seeds of civilization were being planted in this part of the state. The grandfather bore an active and helpful part in the general agricultural development of the community and was identified with various events which left their impression upon the pioneer history. His son, William F. Yocum, was here reared amid the wild scenes and environments of frontier life. He began teaching school when eighteen years of age and followed that profession for fifteen years or more. His early educational privileges were limited to the opportunities offered by the common schools, but being ambitious and persevering he gained by hard study and close application an education much in advance of the majority of the people of the day. Determining to devote his energies to lines of life demanding intellectuality and close application he took up the study of law and in 1874 was admitted to the bar. He then practice at Staunton until 1890, when he came to Brazil and was appointed Deputy County Auditor, and served until his death, July 15, 1892. He served as deputy sheriff of the county from 1875 until 1877, under J. B. Yocom, his uncle, and while he was filling that position the county records were removed from Bowling Green, Kentucky, Mr. Yocom assisting in this task. He was a member of Staunton lodge, A.F. and A.M., and acted as its master. His political allegiance was given to the Democracy and in citizenship he was progressive and helpful. He married Miss Mary J. Reeder, who was born on the present site of Center Point, Clay county, Indiana, March 19, 1853. The wedding was celebrated March 19, 1874-the twenty-first anniversary of the bride's birth. Mrs. Yocum is still living and by her marriage she became the mother of eight children, seven of whom survive: Bert, Harvey C., Ross D., Bessie O., William F. Jr., Eugene F. and Nellie M.
Bert Yocum pursued his education in the graded schools of Staunton and at the age of sixteen years began teaching school. After following that profession for two years he entered the employ of the Baldwin Music Company with which he continued for six years. He next engaged with the Brazil Steam Laundry and after two years spent in that way in 1901 he became connected with the Prudential Insurance Company as an agent. On the 9th of April, 1902, he became local superintendent of the Brazil office and has since acted in this capacity, being one of the best known insurance men of his district.
On the 16th of September, 1906, Mr. Yocum was married to Miss Catherine Stewart, who was born near Morgan's Crossing, June 9, 1882, a daughter of James and Anna (Wimsey) Stewart. Her father was a native of Newburg, Kentucky, and her mother of Brazil, Indiana. Both are still living and Mr. Stewart is a coal miner. His political endorsement at the polls is given to the Democracy. Unto him and his wife were born seven children, namely: Mrs. Yocum, Della, Peter, Frank, Margaret, Paul and Helen.
Unto Mr. and Mrs. Yocom has been born one son, William Francis. Mr. Yocum is a member of the Brazil Concert Band, with which he has been identified for thirteen years. He has always been a lover of music.
Montgomery Co., KY deed book 10, page 460 [Researched by Ellen Belcher]
This indenture made this eighteenth day of October in the year of our Lord one thousand eight hundred and twenty two between William Yocum and Sally his wife of the one part and Isreal Jennings of the other part witnesseth that the above named William Yocum and Sally his wife for and in consideration of the sum of six hundred dollars to him in hand paid the receipt of which is hereby acknowledged hath granted, bargained, and sold unto the said Israel Jennings his heirs, and assigns, as good and sufficient deed unto a certain tract, or parcel of land situate and being in the county of Montgomery on a branch of Brush Creek, the waters of Slate Creek, containing by survey fifty acres be the same more or less and bounded as followeth (to wit); Beginning at two white ash trees, and Elm on the old state road, on a branch of Brush Creek, and running thence S 46 degrees West 104 poles to two Sugartrees and beech, in Nicholas Proctors line, thence S 60 degrees East 78 poles to a hickory, white walnut, beech, and ash, thence S 37 degrees West to a beech and hickory, thence a line to strike the northwestwardly corner of John Millers improvement, thence N 57 degrees East 100 poles to a white ash and elm on the Southwest side of Brush Creek, thence up said Creek with its meanders 105 poles to the beginning, being part of an Entry Survey and Patent made in the name of Edward and John Payne, together with all and singular, the premises thereto, belonging or appertaining to have and to hold the Land hereby conveyed unto the said Israel Jennings, his heirs and assigns forever, and said William Yocum and Sally his wife binds themselves, their heirs and assigns to warrant, and defend the aforesaid Land from all and every person or persons Claim or claims whatever.
In testimony whereof we have hereunto set our hands and affixed our seals the day and date first above written.
William Yocum
Sally Yocum
Montgomery County Court Clerks office October 28th 1822
I, Thomas F. Hazelrigg, Deputy Clerk for Micajah Harrison, clerk of the Court for the county aforesaid do certify that this deed of bargain and sale from William Yocum and Sally his wife to Israel Jennings, was this day produced to me in the office aforesaid, and acknowledged by said Yocum to be his act and deed, hand and seal for the purposes therein contained and thereupon the same is duly entered of Record in said office.
Attest, T.F. Hazelrigg, D.C.
WILLIAM F. YOCUM, native of Clay county, son of Isom Yocum, born September 14, 1847; acquired a good common school education, and taught successfully in the public schools of this county and in the state of Illinois for a period of ten or twelve years. In 1872 he began reading law and two years later was admitted to the bar. On the 19th day of March, 1874, he married Mary J. Reeder, on her twentieth birthday, an assistant teacher in the Staunton schools, of which he was the principal. For the years 1875-76 he was deputy sheriff under his uncle, Jesse Yocum. Succeeding this term of service he engaged in the practice of law at Staunton. In 1890-91 he served for a time as deputy auditor under his brother, Matthew R. Yocum. He died July 13, 1892, aged 44 years, 9 months and 29 days, survived by his wife and five children-three sons and two daughters. Mr. Yocum was a man og good native ability and liberal acquirements, much above the average as an instructor and disciplinarian.
BERT YOCUM, superintendent of the Brazil office of the Prudential Insurance Company, is well-known in Clay county, being one of its intelligent as well as one of its representative citizens. He was born in Staunton, this county, in 1874. His father, William F. Yocum, was born in Dick Johnson township, Clay county, September 14, 1847, and was a representative of one of the old pioneer families of this part of the state, being the fourth in order of birth in a family of ten children, whose father, Isom Yocum, came to Clay county from Kentucky in 1832 - the year in which the Black Hawk war occurred. Every evidence of pioneer life here existed. The forest trees stood in their primeval strength and the prairies were covered with their native grasses. Only here and there had a little cabin been built, showing that the seeds of civilization were being planted in this part of the state. The grandfather bore an active and helpful part in the general agricultural development of the community and was identified with various events which left their impression upon the pioneer history. His son, William F. Yocum, was here reared amid the wild scenes and environments of frontier life. He began teaching school when eighteen years of age and followed that profession for fifteen years or more. His early educational privileges were limited to the opportunities offered by the common schools, but being ambitious and persevering he gained by hard study and close application an education much in advance of the majority of the people of the day. Determining to devote his energies to lines of life demanding intellectuality and close application he took up the study of law and in 1874 was admitted to the bar. He then practice at Staunton until 1890, when he came to Brazil and was appointed Deputy County Auditor, and served until his death, July 15, 1892. He served as deputy sheriff of the county from 1875 until 1877, under J. B. Yocom, his uncle, and while he was filling that position the county records were removed from Bowling Green, Kentucky, Mr. Yocom assisting in this task. He was a member of Staunton lodge, A.F. and A.M., and acted as its master. His political allegiance was given to the Democracy and in citizenship he was progressive and helpful. He married Miss Mary J. Reeder, who was born on the present site of Center Point, Clay county, Indiana, March 19, 1853. The wedding was celebrated March 19, 1874-the twenty-first anniversary of the bride's birth. Mrs. Yocum is still living and by her marriage she became the mother of eight children, seven of whom survive: Bert, Harvey C., Ross D., Bessie O., William F. Jr., Eugene F. and Nellie M.
Bert Yocum pursued his education in the graded schools of Staunton and at the age of sixteen years began teaching school. After following that profession for two years he entered the employ of the Baldwin Music Company with which he continued for six years. He next engaged with the Brazil Steam Laundry and after two years spent in that way in 1901 he became connected with the Prudential Insurance Company as an agent. On the 9th of April, 1902, he became local superintendent of the Brazil office and has since acted in this capacity, being one of the best known insurance men of his district.
On the 16th of September, 1906, Mr. Yocum was married to Miss Catherine Stewart, who was born near Morgan's Crossing, June 9, 1882, a daughter of James and Anna (Wimsey) Stewart. Her father was a native of Newburg, Kentucky, and her mother of Brazil, Indiana. Both are still living and Mr. Stewart is a coal miner. His political endorsement at the polls is given to the Democracy. Unto him and his wife were born seven children, namely: Mrs. Yocum, Della, Peter, Frank, Margaret, Paul and Helen.
Unto Mr. and Mrs. Yocom has been born one son, William Francis. Mr. Yocum is a member of the Brazil Concert Band, with which he has been identified for thirteen years. He has always been a lover of music.
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