James Uriell, one of the pioneer
children of Clayton County, was born in Read Township, on
Sept. 21, 1840. His early education was received in the
schools of Clayton County, and finished at Cincinawa
Mound College, Grant County, Wis. Since leaving school he
has followed farming and owns 540 acres of fine farming
land on section 34, Read Township. He was united in
marriage on Oct. 6, 1861, with Sarah Schulte, who was
born in Garnavillo Township, Iowa, in 1852. Seven
children have blessed this union-- William P., Mary M.,
Catherine, Cecelia, Ellen, Sarah, and Regina. Mr. Uriell
is one of the leading members of the Catholic church of
Read Township, and affiliates with the Democratic party.
He is one of the prominent, wealthy and influential
citizens of Clayton County, and is giving much attention
to fine stock--owning some of the best in the county. source: History of Clayton County, Iowa, 1882, p. 1079 |