Schneider, Charles J.

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Birth:

The following biographical sketch was published in 1917.

          CHARLES J. SCHNEIDER

     Charles J. Schneider, well known for many years in connection with business interests in Garner, has been a lifelong resident of Iowa, his birth having occurred in Monona, January 1, 1865, his parents being Adam and Mary Schneider. He dates his residence in Garner from 1886, and for thirty-one years has been identified with its commercial pursuits, conducting a general store.
     On the 15th of October, 1892, Mr. Schneider was united in marriage to Miss Lucy M. Bliss, a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. R. M. Bliss, and they have two sons, Carl and Harold. The religious faith of the family is that of the Congregational church. Mr. Schneider holds high rank as a citizen and business man. During the long period of his connection with Hancock county he has become widely known, and the course that he has pursued has gained for him the favorable regard of all. His friends, and they are many, speak of him as one possessed of sterling qualities and who at all times has been a factor in the substantial development and progress of this part of the state, contributing much to the upbuilding of Garner, especially along the line of its commercial progress.

Other Events:

• Immigration: Abt 1846–1847, USA

Notes:

Birth:
According to his obituary, Adam was born in Relbehausen, Germany.

Immigration:
According to his obituary, Adam was nine years old when his family and emigrated from Germany and settled in Clayton County, Iowa.

Buried:
Adam was buried in Concord Cemetery.

Adam married Sutter, Mary 1862. Mary died 1878. [Group Sheet]