Tiernen, James - Farmer, Sec.5, P.O. Lytle City.
Was born in County Galway, Ireland, August 12, 1828. Lived there until twenty years of age, and on the 21 day of January, 1949, came to America and landed in New York March 31, 1849. Lived in Monmouth County, New Jersey, three years; moved to Dutchess County, New York, lived there nine years; then came to Iowa, and on the 6th day of April, 1861 landed and settled in this township, where he has since lived. While living in Dutchess County, New York, he was married to Ann Powers, on the 15th of January, 1854. She was born in County Waterford, Ireland, April 15, 1831. The family consists of eleven children: Lawrence (born March 25, 1855), Katie (born April 14, 1857), Ellie E. (born June 21, 1858), Sarah A (born May 11, 1860), Maggie (born September 24, 1861), Mary A (born September 24, 1864), John (born February 27, 1866), Martin P (born August 26, 1867), Bridget (born March 5, 1871), James (born April 29, 1875) and Winnie (born April 29, 1875)-the two youngest are twins. Mr. Tiernan came to Iowa with very little means, but now owns 100 acres of land, well-improved and stocked. He and his family are noted for their hospitality. He has held various township offices.
