John August Anderson

John and his parents came to Utah in 1863, crossing the plains in Captain Sanders company, reaching Ephraim in October.  In 1863, they were called to Circle Valley to assist the settlers, but had to return in 1866, on account of Indian problems.  

John was raised on a farm, he also worked at railroading and other occupations.  He took part in the Black Hawk War, and in 1866 went back to the Missouri River after emigrants.  In 1865, he went on a two-year mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to Sweden.  

He was a member of the City Council in 1874-75, City Reorder in 1878-1882, and City Assessor and Collector for six years.  In 1888, he became the manager of the Ephraim Co-op store, which position he held for over six years.  He also served as a member of the Quorum of Seventies for several years.  

He farmed 80 acres of land.  He was married in Salt Lake City on September 20, 1869 to Mariane Christensen.  She died on December 29, 1891 leaving him with 9 children.  

Children:

John Augustus, 28 December 1870

Emma Martha, 25 October 1872

Anna Maria, 14 October 1874

Lillie Matilda, 7 May 1878

Alvin Wilford, 17 April 1880

Hulda Fidelia, 18 February 1883

Elenora Augusta, 17 December 1885

Arthur Henry, 2 September 1888

Ernest Raymond, 1 October 1890 (Died as an infant)