John E. Hill was married on Jan 21, 1871 not born. He also married on July 11, 1886 to mattie byrd.
In the 1870 census:
187 Hill, Benjamin 31 M W. Farmer TN
Caroline 33, FW,
Keeping House,
ALJohn 10, M W, Farm Laborer,
LAWilliam 8, MW, at home, AR
97 Hill, John 60 MW,
FArmer TN
Sarah 40 W F
Keeping House TN
Newport 23 WM Farm Laborer AR
Columbus 18, MW, Farm Laborer AR
Rachal 13, FW without occupation AR
I did not find John E in the 1880 Census, but there are numerous Hill's. but none that yours.
Hope this helps.
louann