DAVID L. KERN. Among the most prominent and successful farmers and stock-raisers of Lawrence County is the subject of this biography, who was born in Indian Creek Township in 1843, son of Albert and Elizabeth (Hutton) Kern, and is of German-Irish lineage. Mr. Kern remained at home and labored on the farm for his father until twenty-five years of age. His marriage took place in 1867 to Miss Emily Williams, a native of Lawrence County, born 1847, daughter of Dixon and Cynthia Williams. To this household have been born three children: Norman, Oretus and Lola. In 1869 Mr. Kern settled where he now resides. His farm now consists of 170 acres. One hundred and thirty acres Mr. Kern cleared from the unbroken forest. He has about seventy-five acres in the White River Valley. In 1879 Mr. Kern erected his present residence, which is a substantial frame, with a front 40x16 feet, and an L 18x16 feet, and cost $1,600. Mr. Kern is a Republican, and cast his first Presidential vote for Lincoln. Mr. and Mrs. Kern are members of the Christian Church. He is an enterprising citizen, and one of the highly respected men of his neighborhood. Data Entry Volunteer: Diana Flynn "ivie@tima.com"