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Vinton Review; June 23, 1909
The Passing of John D. Nichols
John D. Nichols
One of Vinton’s Most Prominent Citizens Called Last Sunday.
John D. Nichols, an honored resident of Benton county since 1863, and a resident of Vinton since 1870, died at his home here Sunday at one o’clock. The immediate cause of his death was paralysis, having been confined to his bed for a period of nine weeks.
The death of Mr. Nichols marks the passing of one of the strong men of the county and one who took more than ordinary interest in the welfare and upbuilding of the county. He had served the people in the capacity of school director, mayor of Vinton, and as a member of the house during the 17th, 18th and 19th general assemblies.
Mr. Nichols was a son of Rev. and Mrs. Hugh Nichols, and was born in Leeds county, Canada, July 22, 1834. At the age of twenty-two he came to Iowa and settled in Henry county. By trade he was a carriage maker, having learned this business while a boy in Canada. He came to Vinton in 1870 and studied law with Traer & Gilchrist and was admitted to the bar in 1872. He had been in continuous practice until 1897, when his health failed him. The firm was then Nichols & Nichols, the junior member being his son Clarence, and this partnership was continued until his death.
Mr. Nichols was married October 17, 1854, to Miss Mary Stevens from Canada, who died December 1,1870. To this union were born four children, two of whom, Malcolm of St. Raul, and Clarence of this city, are living. He was again married March 17, 1872, to Phoebe J. Brennan. To this union two sons were born, Clifford, now of Cedar Rapids, and Frank, of Chicago. Mrs. Nichols died November 27, 1881, and on November 12, 1883, Mr. Nichols was again married to Caroline A. Landgraff who survives him.
The funeral was held at the family residence yesterday afternoon at 2:30, conducted by Rev. W. F. Spry of the Methodist church.
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