RATCLIFF, Leonard T. - Putnam

RATCLIFF, Leonard T, PO Portland Mills, Farmer Sec 7, born Shelby Co KY Jan 21, 1827; son of Isah and Anna Scott Ratcliff settled in this county 1831. Was married Feb 26, 1853 in Russell Township, to Julia, daughter of George and Sally Scott, natives of Ky. Children: George T; Mary F; Sarah A; James I; Eliza C; Catherine H; Ida B; Emma R; William E; Marta M; Nora L; Clay E; Almarinda (deceased); Leonard T (Deceased). Mr. Ratcliff commenced married life with $500; now, after many years of hard labor and economy, always cheerd and helped by a kind and frugal wife, he owns 340 acres of desirable land. Is a Republican and devoted member of ME Church, carrying out in his life the principles of his religion.