HENRY JEFFERSON DIXON, a native of McMinn county, Tenn., was born Oct. 1, 1823, and is a son of Solomon and Sarah (Burger) Dixon, both natives of Tennessee. With his parents, Henry came to Greene county, Ill., in 1829, and located one mile west of Fayette, in Rockbridge township, and has ever since resided in the township. At the age of 16 years, he began blacksmithing, and, in connection with farming, worked at his trade from 1839 to 1866, when he sold his business. Henry J. Dixon and Margaret Allen, a native of this county, and the daughter of Benjamin Allen, were united in marriage in the year 1848. By their union they have been blessed with seven children, two of whom are now living - Clark, born Feb. 1, 1861; and Benjamin F., born Dec. 26, 1870, both now living at home. Of the five deceased - John H., died Feb. 23, 1858, aged four years; an unnamed infant; Sarah, born June 6, 1849, married Isaac Hardin, and died April 23, 1885; Albert, born Feb. 7, 1864, died Feb. 2, 1882. Mr. Dixon owns 100 acres of improved land in Rockbridge township, but now leads a retired life. The cost of improvements on his land are: house $1,200, barn $500. For a man of his age, Mr. Dixon enjoys remarkable health. At present he resides in the village of Rockbridge, and is much respected by his friends and acquaintances.