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THOMAS BARNES, was born upon the farm where he now resides, in Mercer township, April 24, 1836, third son of James and Sally Barnes.
After the death of his father he purchased the farm, and has since been engaged in agricultural pursuits.
He married Sarah J. McCreary, a daughter of Thomas McCreary, of Mercer county. Ten children are fruits of this union, viz.: Lizzie V., wife of William Osier;
Richard, who married Catherine Gilmer; Nettie, wife of Hugh Milner; Nancy, deceased; Alice M.; Lila E.; James O.; Thomas M.; Ruby G., and Flossie A.
Mr. Barnes is a stanch Democrat, and is a member of the present school board.
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