P. J. Thede Biography >From "History of Davenport and Scott County" Vol. II by Harry E. Downer-S. J. Clarke Publishing Co. 1910 Chicago. Surnames: Thede, Peterson, Lensch. P. J. Thede, who is cashier of the Dixon Savings Bank and is otherwise substantially connected with the commercial life of the town, was born in Liberty township, Scott county, June 18, 1887, a son of John H. and Catherine (Peterson) Thede. They were also natives of Scott county and are of German parentage. At present they are residing in Liberty township, where Mr. Thede has pursued farming for many years. Six children were born to them: Lydia, who is the wife of Otto Lensch, of Liberty township; P. J., the subject of this sketch; Henry R.; Millie; Ella; and Verna. P. J. Thede was reared upon his father's farm, in the work of which he assisted greatly until he was sixteen years of age. Having completed the course of study provided by the district schools of his locality, in 1903 he was enrolled as a pupil in the Capital City Commercial College of Des Moines, Iowa, and from that institution received his certificate for work completed November 25, 1905. He then came to Davenport, where he accepted a position as time keeper with the American Can Company. Later he was in the employ of the Davenport Fur & Carpet Company until October, 1907, when he was called to Dixon to become cashier of the Dixon Savings Bank. While he has proved himself a most careful, accurate and conscientious employe, he has also found time to take up other business, from which he has derived no small addition to his income. He is the agent for several of the reliable fire insurance companies, conducts a vigorous business in real estate and has also been appointed n! otary public. When the German Mutual Telephone Company was established here Mr. Thede became its secretary, which is another evidence that he is ever on the alert to make the most of the opportunities for advancing his own interests and at the same time contributing to the welfare of his associates. He belongs to the Dixon Lodge, Knights of Pythias, and also to that of the Modern Woodmen of America. In both of these organizations he has made stanch and loyal friends. A young man, who if one were to judge only by his years, was just entering upon his business career, has attained distinction which would seem to augur a most successful and brilliant future. ~~~~~~*~~~~~~ Elaine Rathmann Assist. CC: Scott Co, IA USGenWeb Project List Adm. for: *IA-CIVIL-WAR *IA-DANES