MORGAN WILLIAM MARTIN

Was born in Calloway County, Kentucky, 02-April-1844. His father, Reuben James Martin, was a native og Hopkins County, Kentucky, he was a farmer, and engaged also in tobacco dealing and mercantile pursuits. His wife , formerly Miss Harriet Williams, is a native of Delaware. To them were born four children, Mary Ann Martin, Morgan William Martin, Rufus Martin, James Albert Martin. Morgan's grandfather, james Martin, came from Virginia, was one of the first settlers of Calloway County, Kentucky. His other grandfather, Morgan Williams, was one of the pioneer Methodist ministers of the State. Morgan was fairly educated, but his plans for the future were interrupted by the breaking out of the war. When he enlisted as a private in Company G. Seventh Kentucky Infantry, and served three years, being in the battles of Shiloh. Guntown and other battles of the southwest campaign. At Shiloh he was wounded. He served till the close of the war, and for gallant conduct was promoted to sergeant. In 1865 he returned to Murray, and continued his studies in Murray Seminary, was afterward teacher in that institution, and later taught various district schools. In 1876 he went to Morley Mo., and engaged in the drug business, returning to Murray, he taught school i Calloway and in Marshall Counties. In 1878 he purchased an interest in the drug business of W. E. Dale, the style of the firm being Dale & Martin. Mr Martin is the clerk and treasurer of the Christian Church of Murray, and is also a member of the Masonic fraternity. He was the chairman of the town board of trustees, and also chairman of the trustees of Murray Male and Fenale Institute.