JACOB LINK |
Jacob Link, farmer; P. O. Piqua; is a son of David Link, of Montgomery Co., Ohio, who came to his death by cramp while bathing in the Miami River. Jacob, Link was born in Montgomery Co. Jan. 30, 1831; grew to manhood upon a farm, and, when 20 years old began the business of running a thrashing machine; he ran the first machine in Montgomery Co., and has followed the business most every season up to the present time. He served as Trustee in Montgomery Co. during the whole time of the late war, and has held the same office in this township. His marriage with Miss Sarah D., daughter of Jacob Darner, of Maryland, was celebrated Feb. 23, 1853; they had eleven children, eight living; Calvin, Charles B., D.B., Francis D., William H., Oscar H., Emma May and Samuel J. Mr. Link has 157 acres of land.
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