George W. Steele was born in Patterson, N. J. He received a liberal education, came to New York State when young, and was a machinist in early life, and afterwards a printer. October 20, 1859, he married Mary R., oldest daughter of John and Lois Fuller, by whom he had three children, viz: Emma R., born January 3, 1861; Herbert J., born August 22, 1862; and Mary R., born June 29, 1866. For his second wife Mr. Steele married Martha Barr, by whom he had three children, viz.: Edward (died young), George, and Mertie. Herbert J. Steele was educated in the district schools and at the academy, and is a farmer. January 1, 1885. He married Lottie M. Joiner, of Barre, and they have two children, namely: Marvin F., born March 16, 1887, and Clarence F., born November 29, 1888. Mr. and Mrs. Steele are living on road 8.