Franklin Blackman is a very intellectual man, possesses superior social qualities, a high sense of honor, and extraordinary business capacities. He resides at Rochelle, Ill. He is self-educated, possesses a large store of general information and practical knowledge, a mind disciplined to study, and a generous spirit. He has made two European tours, the first in 1866-67, and the second in 1868-69. During his travels and after his return home he published, in the "Ogle County Reporter," _fifty letters_, under the title of "Rambles in the Orient," ably written, and full of interesting information. Under date of 17 June, 1875, he says, "In relation to my two voyages across the Atlantic and my travels in Europe, I must say, in all candor, that I revert to them as the most palmy days of my earthly pilgrimage. Should opportunity occur, I would again cheerfully place myself upon the perilous waves, that I might once more enjoy the rich feast spread out before me in the classic lands of the Orient." I. HARRY LAWRENCE, son of William B. Horton and Melinda Blackman (_Elijah M._, _Elijah_, _Richard_, _John_, _David_, _Joseph I._), born in Sheshequin, Pa., 17 July, 1832; married at Milwaukee, Wis., 26 Oct., 1858, by Rev. I. P. G. Ingraham, of the Episcopal Church, to HELEN ELIZABETH BREED, daughter of A. O. T. Breed, Esq., and Margaret Shields, both of Milwaukee, Wis., and born in Milwaukee, 20 Jan., 1842. She died in Milwaukee, 25 Oct., 1864, and was buried in Forest Home Cemetery, Milwaukee. Children, both born in Milwaukee: 1. Eugene Henry J., born 20 July, 1859. 2. Olive Grant, born 10 June, 1864. Mrs. Horton was a lady of education and refinement. She possessed an excellent moral and religious character; was a worthy member of the St. James Episcopal Church, of Milwaukee, in which she took a lively interest, and was distinguished for her generosity--especially for her many deeds of benevolence to the suffering and the poor. She was a kind and dutiful wife, a most tender and affectionate mother, and her early departure was deeply lamented, not only by her bosom companion and near relatives, but also by the community in general. [Illustration: Yours Truly H. L. Horton]