The Chariton Leader, Chariton, Iowa Thursday, April 26, 1906 WILLIAM KENT, an old resident of Jackson Township, died at his home west of Lucas on Tuesday. He was the father of Supervisor KENT and was born in England about 80 years ago. In his early manhood he emigrated to America and for a number of years resided in Chicago, following his trade as a carpenter. About 35 years ago he came to Jackson Township where he purchased land and became a tiller of the soil. He was a good citizen and ever loyal to the institutions of his adopted country. The funeral occurs from the family home today. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Copied by Nancee(McMurtrey)Seifert October 10, 2004 [email protected]