“The History of Jefferson County, Wisconsin”, published: Chicago: Western Historical Company. 1879. THOMAS McGEE, farmer, Secs. 23, 26 and 27; P.O. Concord; born in County Louth, Ireland, in 1818; his early life was passed in Ireland; came to America in 1849, locating in Concord; bought heavily timbered land, which he cleared and still owns; bought his present homestead in 1851; has worked hard and been very successful, as he now owns 357 acres of improved land. Married Miss Mary McGorman July 17, 1855; they have seven children living – Michael, Mary, Rosey, Margaret, Annie, Emma and Martha. Mr. McGee is a Democrat; has been Justice of the Peace two terms, and is Treasurer and an active member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church. As one of its successful farmers, Mr. McGee is identified with the history and progress of Jefferson Co. Submitted by: Linda Pingel (LPingel@worldnet.att.net)