Biographical sketch extracted from:

Biographical and historical record of Adams and Wells counties, Indiana. Chicago: Lewis Publishing Co., 1887. p. 893.

WILLIAM MERTZ, Jr., druggist, Vera Cruz, was born in Wells County, Indiana, December 22, 1852, a son of Wilhelm and Anna (Engeler) MERTZ. He attended school until fourteen years of age, and in October, 1868, went to Kendallville, Noble County, to learn the harness-maker’s trade, serving an apprenticeship of three years. He then returned to his native village and opened a shop and followed his trade about two years. In January, 1874, he pur chased a drug store, and has since followed that business. He was appointed postmaster under the administration of President Grant, which office he has since retained. He has also held the office of town clerk and of school trustee. He was married August 1, 1875, to Miss Lucinda Miller, who was born in Nottingham Township, November 11, 1854, a daughter of Michael and Mary Miller. To this union three children have been born— Edward Leander, John Roy and Mary Ann. Himself and wife are members of the Evangelical Association, and politically he affiliates with the Democratic party.