Vermillion Kansas

Biography of Albert E. Mayhew

Albert E. Mayhew, born on March 17, 1866, in St. Marys, Canada, moved to Kansas at four. He built a prominent hardware business in Effingham and serves as a banker and State Legislature representative. Educated in Centralia, he previously taught for three years before venturing into business. Mayhew’s father was a pioneer from England who settled in Kansas. Active in local politics, he has contributed significantly to educational legislation and community affairs. He is married to Annie J. Tinker, with whom he has a son, Carl H.

Biography of Francis C. Dwinnell

Francis C. Dwinnell, a prominent businessman in Frankfort, Kansas, operates the local electric light plant serving both Frankfort and Vermillion. Born on December 25, 1864, he was raised in a frontier environment and initially pursued farming until 1912. Dwinnell, who comes from a lineage of service, including a Revolutionary War ancestor, has been active in community affairs and various fraternal organizations. Married to Ida Carr, he has two children, with his son Paul now working alongside him in the business.

Biography of William Acker

William Acker, born March 19, 1862, in Seneca, Kansas, is notable for his contributions to education and agriculture in Marshall County. Orphaned young, he was raised by D. W. Acker, a prominent figure in Kansas history. Acker graduated from Kansas Normal College and spent ten years teaching before becoming a leading farmer and stockraiser, particularly in Hereford cattle and Poland China hogs. He served as superintendent of schools and held various local offices. Married to Ella C. Sheridan in 1887, they had no children.