A. F. MIKESELL |
A. F. Mikesell, farmer ; P. O. Covington. A. F. Mikesell, a son of John Mikesell, whose biography appears in this work; was born in this county, Newton Township, July 3, 1842; he was raised in the mercantile and milling business, but when 20 years of age, began farming, and has been engaged in that occupation ever since; he has a beautiful farm north of Covington, where he resides; his barn, built in the form of an octagon, is novel, odd and beautiful. Mr. Mikesell's marriage with Miss Jane Beery was celebrated Jan. 1, 1867; she was a daughter of Levi Beery, a native of this State. now residing in Henry Co., Iowa. They had six children; Arthur, Alma, Elnora, Vinnia, Maurice and John L.
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