Ernest Chambers (M)
(circa 1890 - )
Last Edited=17 May 2005

     Ernest Chambers was born circa 1890 in Minnesota.¹ Ernest married Myrtle E. (?) circa 1910.¹ He was 21 years old; she was 18 years old.² Ernest and Myrtle had at least 8 children. These children are Ruth L., Betrice L., Donald E., Elaine M., Richard W., Charles G., Ellen A. and Gerald A..
          Ernest, age 19, and Myrtle, age 21, were enumerated on the 1910 Federal Census in Waterville, Le Sueur County, Minnesota. Also enumerated in this household were Ernest's brother, William Chambers, and his wife. They live in a rented house.¹ Ernest worked as a laborer for the railroad.¹ Follow the link to see the census image.
          Ernest, age 30, and Myrtle, age 28, were enumerated on the 1920 Federal Census at Mill Street in Waterville, Le Sueur County, Minnesota. Also enumerated in this household were their children. Ruth is 3 years and 9 months and Betrice is 1 year old. They rent their dwelling.³ Ernest worked as a laborer in an "elevator." I believe this to be a grain elevator.³ Follow the link to see the census image.
          Ernest, age 41, and Myrtle, age 39, were enumerated on the 1930 Federal Census at State Highway 60 in Waterville, Le Sueur County, Minnesota. Also enumerated in this household were their children: Ruth (age 14), Beatrice (age 12), Donald (age 10), Elaine (age 8), Richard (age 7), Charles (age 5), Ellen (age 3 years and 10 months), and Gerald (age 1 year). They rent their house for $15 monthly. Ernie is not a military veteran.² He worked for the police in a city office.² Follow the link to see the census image.