“The History of Jefferson County, Wisconsin”, published: Chicago:  
Western Historical Company.   1879.


HENRY FORNCROOK,  blacksmith and wagon-maker, Concord; born 
in Montgomery Co., N.Y., April 19, 1823; his early life was spent in his 
native State, where he learned his trade; he worked seven years at 
journey work in Fultonville, N.Y., and began business for himself in 
1850; came to Concord, Jefferson Co., Wis., in 1855, where he has since 
resided and done business.  Married Miss Eliza Osterhout, of his native 
county, Dec. 31, 1848; they have three children – John H., Charles and 
Ida A.  Mr. Forncrook is a Republican, and is well and favorably known 
in his community.  His children all reside in their native county.


Submitted by:  Linda Pingel  (LPingel@worldnet.att.net)