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W. H. HUGHES, blacksmith, Langworthy; born in Pennsylvania in 1830; came to Jones Co. in October, 1855. Wife's maiden name was Martha Orr, a native of Pennsylvania also; they were married in 1871. Mr. Hughes was married before to Martha Cook, a native of Pennsylvania also; they were married in 1861; had two children, namely, William and Hattie. Mr. Hughes owns a home and his shop, in the village, and is the only man of his trade in the place. He is now one of the Trustees. Mrs. Hughes is a member of the U.P. Church. Mr. H. is a Republican.
Source: History of Jones County, Iowa, Western Historical Company, Chicago, 1879, page 629.
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