Biography of George W. Akers
George W. Akers, born March 20, 1839, in Indiana, moved to Kansas in 1863, establishing a dual career in medicine and ministry. After graduating in medicine, he practiced in Paola before becoming a Methodist minister, serving various congregations until health issues led him back to medicine. He was also involved in journalism and served as postmaster of Stafford. A political figure, he actively supported the Republican Party. Married to Margaret Steele, they had four children, including Earl Akers, who became state treasurer of Kansas.