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History of Adair County
By E.M. Violette (1911)
Biographical
James Wellman was reared on a farm near Queen City, Missouri. He was born in Schuyler County, August 13, 1858, being a son of John and Elia (Tarr) Wellman. He was married August 31, 1884, to Mary E. Bass, daughter of Wright and Elizabeth (Hughes) Bass. She was born January 1, 1863, and died February 14, 1904. They had nine children, eight of whom are living: Clarence, Ethel, Minnie M., Elsa L., Harley G., Homer, Vernon, John.
Mr. Wellman remained at home with his parents till his marriage, then began farming for himself. He moved to Adair County shortly before his marriage, where he continued farming til 1903. He then moved to Connelsville, and went into the livery business in which he is still engaged, being in partnership with his brothers, N.B. Wellman. He is a member of the I.O.O.F. and Yoeman lodges.
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Bassett Family Association Database
d. 14 Feb 1904 (Age 41 years)