William Parry married Laura A. Hickman13 Oct 1879 Lucas County Ia. 1849-1918 Lucas County MARRIAGE RECORDS pG. 18 EXCERPT from Patrons of the Chariton Patriot newspaper 1882 William Parry, Native of old England, came to Iowa as long ago as 1849; good frame house 16x24. 1-1/2 stories, fine large commodius barn 24x26, orchard of good young trees, 5 horses, 55 head of cattle and 294 acres of land; married Miss Laura Hickman, Oct. 13, 1870, have two boys and one girl, is in the fine circumstances and doing well: is one of the prosperous of our county, has influence and is a clever man and neighbor.