A.C. Bogard A.C. Bogard was born on January 15, 1837, in Bullitt County, Ky., and is a son of Clifton and Eliza (Webb) Bogard, both of whom were natives of Bullitt County, Ky., and of German descent. Their ancestors emigrated from Germany several generations back. The paternal grandfather, Cornelius Bogard immigrated to Bullitt County, Ky., passing through Louisville, when there were but few houses in that city. Th maternal grandfather Webb was a Revolutionary soldier, and fought in the battle of New Orleans. The grandparents on both sides died in Bullitt County, Ky. Clifton Bogard was also born and reared in that county and was a farmer. After his marriage he removed to Hardin County, Ky., where he purchased a farm and remained until his death in May, 1884. His widow is still living on the old homestead. They had eleven children, seven of whom are living, viz: Lafayette, John C., Leroy, Alexander C., Cynthia J., Frances C. and Edna R. Those deceased are Clinton, Clinton, Leuvisa and Loucretia. Alexander C. was about four years of age when his parents removed to Hardin County, in which he received his education in the common schools. He remained with his parents until his marriage with Mary Pearman, on September 17, 1857. She is a daughter of William C. and Sallie (Trent) Pearman, natives of Hardin County, Ky. After his marriage Mr. Bogard cultivated a farm in Hardin County a few years, when he removed to Bullitt County and resided until 1870. He then removed to Mississippi County Mo., and rented land for two years, after which he bought 400 acres, which is now well improved and under cultivation. He has four acres in the city of Charleston, upon which he had his residence. Mr. and Mrs. Bogard have two children: William C. and Sarah E. (the wife of William H. Garwood) a native of Kentucky. In politics, Mr. Bogard is a Democrat. He and wife have been members of the Methodist Episcopal Church for over thirty years. http://www.rootsweb.com/~momissis/goodspeed/mcb.htm