Atlas of Montgomery County, Indiana (Chicago: Beers, 1878) p. 52

D.T. CARTER

Carter, D.T., is the son of Othius and Artimissia Carter. His father was b. in Mason Co KY Feb 8, 1804 and d. in this county Feb 15, 1870. His mother was b. in Bath Co Ky Feb 7, 1806 and at this time lives on the homestead in this township (Scott). They were marr. June 19, 1824, removing to Monroe Co IN 1824 to Putnam Co 1839 and lastly this county, 1862. The subject of our sketch was b. aug 18, 1832 in Monroe Co and lived with his parents for 34 years. March 24, 1867, married Margaret A. daughter of Adam and Ann M. Hester who was b. in this township Oct 11, 1838. About two years after marriage, they purchased and located upon their present beautiful homestead, a view of which is seen in the Atlas. They are members of the Methodist Church, and are living in ease and comfort, Mr. C. being a careful financier, and eminently successful in his undertakings, enjoying the confidence of both neighbors and friends.

Submitted by: Karen Zach

County Coordinator: Suzy Sprague suzyq.wa@worldnet.att.net