Hiland Hall Breakenridge (1818 - 1908)

Born 4 Jun 1818 in Bennington, Vermont, United States

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Died 10 Feb 1908 at age 89 in Lake Township, Muscatine, Iowa, United States

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Biography

Hiland was born on 04 Jun 1818 in Bennington, Bennington, Vermont. He was the son of Colonel Francis and Emily (Babbitt) Breakenridge.

Hiland married Celinda Sage on 23 Mar 1838.

Hiland died on 10 Feb 1908 in Lake City, Muscatine, Iowa. He was buried in High Prairie Cemetery, Muscatine, Muscatine County, Iowa.

Obituary

Muscatine News-Tribune. Muscatine, Iowa. 20 Feb. 1908, Thu.

FINISHED HIS COURSE AND IS LAID AWAY. Hiland Breakenridge a Prominent Old Settler of Muscatine County. Muscatiine County has lost one of its prominent citizens and old settlers in the death of Hiland Breakenridge which occurred at 6:15 p.m. February 10, 1908, at his home in Lake township, near the Cedar River. Instead of three score and ten, four score and ten had been the lot of this good man, who retained all his mental and physical powers to the very last. Mr. Breakenridge’s life was one of boundless energy. Adversity did not stagger him nor sorrow make him remorseful. His strong will power dominated all his undertakings. He was a native of Vermont and was born in Bennington, Bennington County, June 4, 1818, being the oldest son of Col Francis Breakenridge. On March 28, 1838, he was married to Celinda Sage, the same year uniting with the Methodist Episcopal Church. In 1840 he emigrated to Ohio, and in 1869 moved to Iowa, settling on a farm in Lake township, where he has ever since resided. In the early days he owned and operated the ferry across the Cedar River, which was the main highway between Muscatine and Nichols. His wife preceded him in death almost twenty-six years, having passed away March 10, 1882. Since then his devoted companion has been his daughter, Miss Carrie, who is still at home. He is survived by five children, Charles of Nebraska, George and Nelson of California, Mrs. C.D.Bricker of Earlham, Iowa, and Miss Carrie, at home. Also two sisters residing in New York state, another sister having died exactly one year previous to the date of his death. Mr. Breakenridge had been in his usual health this winter until he suffered an attack of the grip about three weeks ago. He retired Saturday night, February 8, feeling as well as usual, but was taken very seriously ill during the night. Acute pneumonia developed and he was sick but two days. Of him it could be truthfully said, “I fought the good fight.” His heart never failed, his feet never faltered. Fearless in his beliefs, kind with his family, a good neighbor, and a staunch friend. After almost ninety years of usefulness, he has “Finished his course,” he “Kept the faith” and has gone to receive his “crown of righteousness.” A Friend.

Muscatine Journal. Muscatine, Iowa. 14 Feb. 1908, Fri.

SUCCUMBS AFTER A BRIEF ILLNESS.Highland Breckenridge of Lake Township Succumbs. Had lived in County 35 Years and Was Well Known—Death Due to Pneumonia. Highland Breckenridge, aged 90 years, a well known and highly esteemed resident of Lake township, passed away at his home last evening about 6:30 o’clock, after suffering from pneumonia for about two weeks. He contracted a cold about three weeks ago, which later developed into pneumonia, causing his death. He was well known in this vicinity, having resided here for about thirty-five years, and his many friends will undoubtedly be pained to learn of his sudden demise. Born in Vermont. Highland Breckenridge was born in Vermont on June 4th, 1818, and came to this state when a young man, residing in this city. Later he purchased the ferry making trips between Nichols and Muscatine. He was a member of the High Prairie Church and was an earnest church worker. He is survived by five children, his wife having preceded him in death a number of years age; George, of Woodriver, Ia.; Mrs. C.B.Bricker, of Earlham, Iowa; Charles, of Madison County; Nelson, of Redland, Cal., and Miss Carry, at home. The funeral services have as yet not been arranged, but will be held from the High Prairie Church. The funeral services will be held tomorrow afternoon at 2 o’clock from the High Prairie Church.

Sources

• 1850 United States Federal Census; Year: 1850; Census Place: Springfield, Williams, Ohio; Roll: M432_741; Page: 103A; Image: 204

• 1860 United States Federal Census; Year: 1860; Census Place: Springfield, Williams, Ohio; Roll: M653_1052; Page: 64; Family History Library Film: 805052

• 1870 United States Federal Census; Year: 1870; Census Place: Franklin, Linn, Iowa; Roll: M593_405; Page: 136A; Family History Library Film: 545904

• 1880 United States Federal Census; Year: 1880; Census Place: Lake, Muscatine, Iowa; Roll: 358; Family History Film: 1254358; Page: 216C; Enumeration District: 249

• 1900 United States Federal Census; Year: 1900; Census Place: Lake, Muscatine, Iowa; Roll: 450; Page: 3B; Enumeration District: 0100; FHL microfilm: 1240450

• U.S., Hinshaw Index to Selected Quaker Records, 1680-1940

• U.S., Sons of the American Revolution Membership Applications, 1889-1970

• Vermont, Vital Records, 1720-1908

• [Obituary Published in Muscatine News-Tribune. Muscatine, Iowa. 20 Feb. 1908, Thu.]

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