Kentucky: A History of the State, Battle, Perrin, & Kniffin, 6th ed., 1887,
Henry Co.

JOHN TOTTEN, M.D., was born in Madison, Ind., February 13, 1824, the
fourth of twelve children born to John H. and Julia (Knapp) Totten, natives
of New York.  They were married in New York in 1815, moved to the city of
Madison, Jefferson, Ind., in 1822, and there remained until 1840, when
they moved to Henry County, Ky., and purchased land.  There John H. worked
at the carpenter's trade in connection with farming, until his death in
1875.  His widow died in 1878.  Our subject was quite young when he came
to Kentucky, and received his education principally in this State.  In
early life he turned his attention to merchandising at New Castle, Ky. In
1842, he began the study of medicine with Dr. John F. Willett, and
attended the University of Louisville in 1845-45.  He then practiced his
profession in Henry County until 1847, when he moved to Bethlehem, Ind.,
and practiced until 1851.  At that time he came to his present location
at Wise's Landing where he has since enjoyed the confidence and patronage
of the people.  His place is called "River View" and is situated on the
Ohio River.  April 15, 1845, he married Miss Sophia M. Black, daughter of
James and Mary G. (Campbell) Black, of Bourbon County, Ky.  To this union
were born two daughters and one son: Mary J. and Allie B., both deceased,
and John C.  Dr. Totten has for many years been an active member of the
Christian Church, of which his wife, who died January 21, 1882, and the two
daughters were also members.  The son, John C., is likewise a consistent
member of the same church.  Politically the Doctor is a Democrat.

Totten Knapp Willett Campbell Black
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Madison-Jefferson-IN NY Louisville-Jefferson-KY Bourbon-KY

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