Boyle and Berrier Genealogy - Person Sheet
Boyle and Berrier Genealogy - Person Sheet
NameJames BOYLE Sr 
BirthMar 23, 1828, Allegheny County, PA
Death1907 Age: 78
ReligionPresbyterian
FatherAlexander BOYLE (1788-1865)
MotherRuth HOPKINS (1792-1874)
Misc. Notes
At an early age, family moved to Butler County, PA.
Went to California in 1852 with “gold fever.” Devoted his attention to placer mining for three years, returning east in 1855 to the family homestead.
Came to Ogle County in 1856, where he bought a farm of about 200 acres on section 32, Dement Township. Expanded it to 320 acres, and it was considered one of the most attractive and well situated homesteads in the county.
Member of the Presbyterian Church.
Proudly voted Republican since the first organization of the party.
Went to California in 1852 with “gold fever.” Devoted his attention to placer mining for three years, returning east in 1855 to the family homestead.
Came to Ogle County in 1856, where he bought a farm of about 200 acres on section 32, Dement Township. Expanded it to 320 acres, and it was considered one of the most attractive and well situated homesteads in the county.
Member of the Presbyterian Church.
Proudly voted Republican since the first organization of the party.
Spouses
MarriageFeb 12, 1861, Butler County, PA