JOHN F. WEFEL, merchant, Stitzer; was born in 1855 in Germany; is a son of Adam and Mary Wefel; lived with his parents until 24 years of age; came to America when but 3 years old, locating in Liberty, Grant Co., Wis. He followed farming until 21 years of age; then went into the mercantile business at Stitzer; is one of a family of five children, all of Grant Co.; two brothers deceased, both died in the same night. In politics, he is a Republican. His father is an enterprising and prosperous farmer. He is a member of the Evangelical Church.

This biography generously submitted by Roxanne Munns.