Attended public school.
Taught school one term.
Started farming by renting land. Leased part of the old homestead, erected a residence, purchased 50 ajoining acres, and subsequently purchased the homestead. Resided there, farming, until 1863.

1864, disposed of farm in Penn, and relocated to Dement Township, IL. Purchased 400 acres, known as the “Britton farm.” Resided there for 18 years.

Moved and retired, to Rochelle city, and purchased two resdiences, one of which he rented out.

Voted with the Republican Party.
Held the office of Road Commissioner.
Member of the Presbyterian Church.