Born in Barry county, Michigan November 13, 1843.
Bio from History of Allen and Woodson Counties, Kansas : illustrated : 1901:
The beautiful home of James L. Hosley is located in Anderson County, but much of his land lies in Allen County. His possessions are a monument to his enterprise, unflagging industry and capable business management. He owns 1235 acres of fine land in two counties, but at the time of his marriage he did not possess a dollar. His life history so clearly illustrates the possibilities that lie before men of determined purpose who are not afraid to work that it should serve as a source of inspiration and aid to all who are forced to start upon a business career empty-handed.
James L. Hosley was born in Barry county, Michigan on the 13th of November, 1843. He pursued his education in the common schools of Michigan. When a youth of 16, he came with his parents to the Sunflower State and assisted his father in the operation of the home farm until after the inauguration of the Civil War. His patriotic spirit was aroused by the attempt of the South to overthrow the Union, and donning the blue he joined Company E, of the Sixth Kansas Calvary on the 5th of December, 1861. He served throughout the remainder of the war, participating in many battles and skirmishes. Among them were those of Clear Creek, Coon Creek, Ft. Gibson, Lindsay's Prairie, Prairie Grove, Cane Hill, Maysville, Newtonia, Waldon and Mazard Prairie. All those battles occurred in Arkansas and were most hotly contested. Mr. Hosley was captured at the last named on July 27, 1864 and was exchanged on the 22nd of May, 1865, after being held prisoner of war for 10 months. He will never forget the first day, which was one of the saddest of his life, nor the day of his release, which brought great happiness, for his experience as a Rebel captive was anything but pleasant. He was sent to Tyler, Texas and there remained until the close of hostilities. During the entire period he had to sleep upon the ground and his rations were limited. He would much have preferred to take his chances with his comrades upon the field, facing the enemy in battle, rather than remain in inactivity in the far South, enduring treatment that was, to say the least, not enviable. For days, he had nothing but a pint of meal in which the cob of the corn was also ground. Upon being exchanged he was sent to Duvall's Bluff, Arkansas, where he received an honorable discharge on June 21, 1865. Although in a number of important engagements, he was never wounded. With a most credible military record he returned to his home, conscious of having faithfully performed his duty as a defender of the flag.
On again reaching Kansas, Mr. Hosley began farming and dealing in stock on a small scale. He completed preparations for a home by his marriage to Miss Emaline West, a native of Ohio, who came with her parents to Kansas in 1858. The wedding was celebrated in 1868 and the lady has ever proved to her husband to be a faithful companion and helpmate. At the time of their marriage, Mr. and Mrs. Hosley had only money enough to buy a package of soda, which cost 15 cents, but they began work with a will and the fruits of their labor are seen in the extensive property and productive land in Allen and Anderson counties. He has this well stocked with horses and cattle keeping about 150 head of cattle and a large number of horses. He has only good grades of stock and has no trouble in securing a ready sale on the market. His residence is just across the line in Anderson county. It is a beautiful structure and its tasteful furnishings and attractive exterior make it one of the most pleasing homes in all the country. He certainly has every reason to be proud of his business record. He does not owe a dollar to any man and his possessions have been acquired entirely through his own efforts with the assistance of his capable wife. Honesty has characterized all of his dealings and added to this has been indefatigable energy that has overcome all difficulties and obstacles in his path, enabling him to gain a plane of affluence.
Mr. Hosley is a stalwart Republican. He joined this party when he became a voter and has never waivered in his allegiance to its principles. He maintains a pleasant relationship with his old army comrades through his membership in Major Rankin Post, G.A.R., at Kincaid and delights in recounting and recalling scenes of life on the tented field or upon the battlefield. He possesses the true western spirit of enterprise and progress that has been such an important factor in the substantial upbuilding and development of the middle west.
Bio from History of Allen and Woodson Counties, Kansas : illustrated : 1901:
The beautiful home of James L. Hosley is located in Anderson County, but much of his land lies in Allen County. His possessions are a monument to his enterprise, unflagging industry and capable business management. He owns 1235 acres of fine land in two counties, but at the time of his marriage he did not possess a dollar. His life history so clearly illustrates the possibilities that lie before men of determined purpose who are not afraid to work that it should serve as a source of inspiration and aid to all who are forced to start upon a business career empty-handed.
James L. Hosley was born in Barry county, Michigan on the 13th of November, 1843. He pursued his education in the common schools of Michigan. When a youth of 16, he came with his parents to the Sunflower State and assisted his father in the operation of the home farm until after the inauguration of the Civil War. His patriotic spirit was aroused by the attempt of the South to overthrow the Union, and donning the blue he joined Company E, of the Sixth Kansas Calvary on the 5th of December, 1861. He served throughout the remainder of the war, participating in many battles and skirmishes. Among them were those of Clear Creek, Coon Creek, Ft. Gibson, Lindsay's Prairie, Prairie Grove, Cane Hill, Maysville, Newtonia, Waldon and Mazard Prairie. All those battles occurred in Arkansas and were most hotly contested. Mr. Hosley was captured at the last named on July 27, 1864 and was exchanged on the 22nd of May, 1865, after being held prisoner of war for 10 months. He will never forget the first day, which was one of the saddest of his life, nor the day of his release, which brought great happiness, for his experience as a Rebel captive was anything but pleasant. He was sent to Tyler, Texas and there remained until the close of hostilities. During the entire period he had to sleep upon the ground and his rations were limited. He would much have preferred to take his chances with his comrades upon the field, facing the enemy in battle, rather than remain in inactivity in the far South, enduring treatment that was, to say the least, not enviable. For days, he had nothing but a pint of meal in which the cob of the corn was also ground. Upon being exchanged he was sent to Duvall's Bluff, Arkansas, where he received an honorable discharge on June 21, 1865. Although in a number of important engagements, he was never wounded. With a most credible military record he returned to his home, conscious of having faithfully performed his duty as a defender of the flag.
On again reaching Kansas, Mr. Hosley began farming and dealing in stock on a small scale. He completed preparations for a home by his marriage to Miss Emaline West, a native of Ohio, who came with her parents to Kansas in 1858. The wedding was celebrated in 1868 and the lady has ever proved to her husband to be a faithful companion and helpmate. At the time of their marriage, Mr. and Mrs. Hosley had only money enough to buy a package of soda, which cost 15 cents, but they began work with a will and the fruits of their labor are seen in the extensive property and productive land in Allen and Anderson counties. He has this well stocked with horses and cattle keeping about 150 head of cattle and a large number of horses. He has only good grades of stock and has no trouble in securing a ready sale on the market. His residence is just across the line in Anderson county. It is a beautiful structure and its tasteful furnishings and attractive exterior make it one of the most pleasing homes in all the country. He certainly has every reason to be proud of his business record. He does not owe a dollar to any man and his possessions have been acquired entirely through his own efforts with the assistance of his capable wife. Honesty has characterized all of his dealings and added to this has been indefatigable energy that has overcome all difficulties and obstacles in his path, enabling him to gain a plane of affluence.
Mr. Hosley is a stalwart Republican. He joined this party when he became a voter and has never waivered in his allegiance to its principles. He maintains a pleasant relationship with his old army comrades through his membership in Major Rankin Post, G.A.R., at Kincaid and delights in recounting and recalling scenes of life on the tented field or upon the battlefield. He possesses the true western spirit of enterprise and progress that has been such an important factor in the substantial upbuilding and development of the middle west.
Born in Barry county, Michigan November 13, 1843.
Bio from History of Allen and Woodson Counties, Kansas : illustrated : 1901:
The beautiful home of James L. Hosley is located in Anderson County, but much of his land lies in Allen County. His possessions are a monument to his enterprise, unflagging industry and capable business management. He owns 1235 acres of fine land in two counties, but at the time of his marriage he did not possess a dollar. His life history so clearly illustrates the possibilities that lie before men of determined purpose who are not afraid to work that it should serve as a source of inspiration and aid to all who are forced to start upon a business career empty-handed.
James L. Hosley was born in Barry county, Michigan on the 13th of November, 1843. He pursued his education in the common schools of Michigan. When a youth of 16, he came with his parents to the Sunflower State and assisted his father in the operation of the home farm until after the inauguration of the Civil War. His patriotic spirit was aroused by the attempt of the South to overthrow the Union, and donning the blue he joined Company E, of the Sixth Kansas Calvary on the 5th of December, 1861. He served throughout the remainder of the war, participating in many battles and skirmishes. Among them were those of Clear Creek, Coon Creek, Ft. Gibson, Lindsay's Prairie, Prairie Grove, Cane Hill, Maysville, Newtonia, Waldon and Mazard Prairie. All those battles occurred in Arkansas and were most hotly contested. Mr. Hosley was captured at the last named on July 27, 1864 and was exchanged on the 22nd of May, 1865, after being held prisoner of war for 10 months. He will never forget the first day, which was one of the saddest of his life, nor the day of his release, which brought great happiness, for his experience as a Rebel captive was anything but pleasant. He was sent to Tyler, Texas and there remained until the close of hostilities. During the entire period he had to sleep upon the ground and his rations were limited. He would much have preferred to take his chances with his comrades upon the field, facing the enemy in battle, rather than remain in inactivity in the far South, enduring treatment that was, to say the least, not enviable. For days, he had nothing but a pint of meal in which the cob of the corn was also ground. Upon being exchanged he was sent to Duvall's Bluff, Arkansas, where he received an honorable discharge on June 21, 1865. Although in a number of important engagements, he was never wounded. With a most credible military record he returned to his home, conscious of having faithfully performed his duty as a defender of the flag.
On again reaching Kansas, Mr. Hosley began farming and dealing in stock on a small scale. He completed preparations for a home by his marriage to Miss Emaline West, a native of Ohio, who came with her parents to Kansas in 1858. The wedding was celebrated in 1868 and the lady has ever proved to her husband to be a faithful companion and helpmate. At the time of their marriage, Mr. and Mrs. Hosley had only money enough to buy a package of soda, which cost 15 cents, but they began work with a will and the fruits of their labor are seen in the extensive property and productive land in Allen and Anderson counties. He has this well stocked with horses and cattle keeping about 150 head of cattle and a large number of horses. He has only good grades of stock and has no trouble in securing a ready sale on the market. His residence is just across the line in Anderson county. It is a beautiful structure and its tasteful furnishings and attractive exterior make it one of the most pleasing homes in all the country. He certainly has every reason to be proud of his business record. He does not owe a dollar to any man and his possessions have been acquired entirely through his own efforts with the assistance of his capable wife. Honesty has characterized all of his dealings and added to this has been indefatigable energy that has overcome all difficulties and obstacles in his path, enabling him to gain a plane of affluence.
Mr. Hosley is a stalwart Republican. He joined this party when he became a voter and has never waivered in his allegiance to its principles. He maintains a pleasant relationship with his old army comrades through his membership in Major Rankin Post, G.A.R., at Kincaid and delights in recounting and recalling scenes of life on the tented field or upon the battlefield. He possesses the true western spirit of enterprise and progress that has been such an important factor in the substantial upbuilding and development of the middle west.
Bio from History of Allen and Woodson Counties, Kansas : illustrated : 1901:
The beautiful home of James L. Hosley is located in Anderson County, but much of his land lies in Allen County. His possessions are a monument to his enterprise, unflagging industry and capable business management. He owns 1235 acres of fine land in two counties, but at the time of his marriage he did not possess a dollar. His life history so clearly illustrates the possibilities that lie before men of determined purpose who are not afraid to work that it should serve as a source of inspiration and aid to all who are forced to start upon a business career empty-handed.
James L. Hosley was born in Barry county, Michigan on the 13th of November, 1843. He pursued his education in the common schools of Michigan. When a youth of 16, he came with his parents to the Sunflower State and assisted his father in the operation of the home farm until after the inauguration of the Civil War. His patriotic spirit was aroused by the attempt of the South to overthrow the Union, and donning the blue he joined Company E, of the Sixth Kansas Calvary on the 5th of December, 1861. He served throughout the remainder of the war, participating in many battles and skirmishes. Among them were those of Clear Creek, Coon Creek, Ft. Gibson, Lindsay's Prairie, Prairie Grove, Cane Hill, Maysville, Newtonia, Waldon and Mazard Prairie. All those battles occurred in Arkansas and were most hotly contested. Mr. Hosley was captured at the last named on July 27, 1864 and was exchanged on the 22nd of May, 1865, after being held prisoner of war for 10 months. He will never forget the first day, which was one of the saddest of his life, nor the day of his release, which brought great happiness, for his experience as a Rebel captive was anything but pleasant. He was sent to Tyler, Texas and there remained until the close of hostilities. During the entire period he had to sleep upon the ground and his rations were limited. He would much have preferred to take his chances with his comrades upon the field, facing the enemy in battle, rather than remain in inactivity in the far South, enduring treatment that was, to say the least, not enviable. For days, he had nothing but a pint of meal in which the cob of the corn was also ground. Upon being exchanged he was sent to Duvall's Bluff, Arkansas, where he received an honorable discharge on June 21, 1865. Although in a number of important engagements, he was never wounded. With a most credible military record he returned to his home, conscious of having faithfully performed his duty as a defender of the flag.
On again reaching Kansas, Mr. Hosley began farming and dealing in stock on a small scale. He completed preparations for a home by his marriage to Miss Emaline West, a native of Ohio, who came with her parents to Kansas in 1858. The wedding was celebrated in 1868 and the lady has ever proved to her husband to be a faithful companion and helpmate. At the time of their marriage, Mr. and Mrs. Hosley had only money enough to buy a package of soda, which cost 15 cents, but they began work with a will and the fruits of their labor are seen in the extensive property and productive land in Allen and Anderson counties. He has this well stocked with horses and cattle keeping about 150 head of cattle and a large number of horses. He has only good grades of stock and has no trouble in securing a ready sale on the market. His residence is just across the line in Anderson county. It is a beautiful structure and its tasteful furnishings and attractive exterior make it one of the most pleasing homes in all the country. He certainly has every reason to be proud of his business record. He does not owe a dollar to any man and his possessions have been acquired entirely through his own efforts with the assistance of his capable wife. Honesty has characterized all of his dealings and added to this has been indefatigable energy that has overcome all difficulties and obstacles in his path, enabling him to gain a plane of affluence.
Mr. Hosley is a stalwart Republican. He joined this party when he became a voter and has never waivered in his allegiance to its principles. He maintains a pleasant relationship with his old army comrades through his membership in Major Rankin Post, G.A.R., at Kincaid and delights in recounting and recalling scenes of life on the tented field or upon the battlefield. He possesses the true western spirit of enterprise and progress that has been such an important factor in the substantial upbuilding and development of the middle west.
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