JOSEPH TEMPLE
Joseph Temple, a farmer, was born May 6, 1827, in Adams County, Ohio. His parents were Joseph and Margaret Temple, with whom, when fifteen years of age, he came to Union County, and settled in Jackson Township, where he now resides. On July 6, 1849, he was united in marriage to Lucy A. Andrews, who was born August 20, 1825, and a daughter of John H. and A. Andrews. By her he had six children, viz.: John M., Henry G., Louisa J., Surrilda A., Lucy C. and Edith C., deceased. Mrs. Temple died in June 1871. On July 3, 1872, he was married to Leonora C., daughter of Theron Eastman (deceased) and Nancy Eastman, of Madison County, Ohio. To them have been born three children. Mr. and Mrs. Temple are both members of the Baptist Church, and useful members of society. He has served as School Director, and is the owner of 242 acres of land.