Daniel R. McAlister, farmer, deceased; one of the early pioneers ofCol es Co. The subject of this sketch was born in Alabama May 29,1821; he e migrated to Illinois at 10 years of age, and located inwhat is now kno wn as Morgan Township., in the year 1831, where helived until his deat h, which occurred Nov. 9, 1867; he was one of themost industrious and h ardworking men of Morgan Township, and by hisindustry and good managem ent had accumulated a good property at thetime of his death. His marri age was celebrated Feb. 11,1844; sixchildren were the fruit of this un ion, three of whom are deceased;the living are Martha J. (now Mrs. J. B . Williams), Clara B. (nowMrs. Dunlap) McGahey and Margaret R. (now Mr s. G. E. Johnson). Mrs.McAlister makes her home with her oldest daught er, Mrs. J. B.Williams, and although in her 63d year, is in possession o f all herfaculties, and daily assists in the various household duties.
(Biographical Sketches, Coles County, Illinois - Morgan Township)
Residences & events:
1850 Where was the family that year?
1860 Morgan Twp, Coles Co, IL. In the census his property was listeda t $7000/100 and his son by his prior marriage, Solomon, 18, wasliving w ith him. Next door was brother-in-law, Solomon Collins.
