“The History of Jefferson County, Wisconsin”, published: Chicago: Western Historical Company. 1879. HENRY L. EDWARDS, farmer, Sec. 29; P.O. Palmyra; born in Franklin Co., Mass., Aug. 12, 1818; the early part of his life was spent in Massachusetts; was in business five years in Worcester; came to Wisconsin in 1849, locating in Jefferson Co.; settled on the farm he now owns of 130 acres; he has improved and fenced his farm and has just built one of the best barns in his town. He married Asenath Green Oct. 1, 1861; they have two children - William H. and Auta L. Mr. Edwards is a stanch Republican and is in accord with Christianity, though not connected with any sect. Submitted by: Linda Pingel (LPingel@worldnet.att.net)