John A. Kelly

JOHN A. KELLY is classed among the influential and prominent farmers of Montgomery township. His birth occurred January 19, 1861, in Section 32 of that township, and he is the third son and fifth child in the family of R. W. and Eliza (Dresser) Kelly. His education was begun in District No. 9, and he later attended the West Millgrove schools for three terms. Being reared to agricultural pursuits, he has always made that vocation his life work.In Perry township, Wood county, Mr. Kelly was married September 27, 1882, the lady of his choice being Miss Jennie Rosendale, who was born in that township November 22, 1864, the daughter of George W. and Elizabeth (Locey) Rosendale. When nine years of age she was taken to Elk county, Kans., where she remained seven years, returning then to West Millgrove, Ohio, and living with C. R. Rosendale until her marriage. Two children have come to our subject and his wife -Ralph L., born February 26, 1886; and Eliza J., born August 31, 1890. Mr. Kelly took his bride to his father's farm in Section 32, Montgomery township, where they made their home until their removal to his present farm in Section 31, which he has placed under a high state of cultivation, making many substantial improvements thereon. Though not an office-seeker, he takes considerable interest in political affairs as a' loyal and faithful Republican. His wife holds membership with the Congregational Church at West Millgrove. They are genial, cultured people, and occupy a high social position in the community.