Lyle - William
Source: H. W. Beckwith History of Montgomery Co IN (Chicago: HH Hill, 1881) p 305
William B. LYLE, a native of Wayne County, Indiana was born March 5, 1835. His father, David Lyle, was born in Virginia, but early moved westward, first to Ohio then in 1828 to Richmond IN.
He was a brickmason by trade but in later years followed farming. He was very active in the whig party and occupied the office of magistrate for many years. He was a man of much influence among his friends, being impartial to all, never becoming ultra on questions in which men are liable to err. He had been in the War of 1812 and had experienced Indian hostilities. He died in 1850, at the age of 60.
William B's mother, Margaret (SCOTT) Lyle, was born in No. Ireland, and died in 1835 when William was a babe. Both she and her husband were members of the Presbyterian Church.
William B. was raised on the farm, attended the common school of Richmond, and in 1852 began learning the carpenter's trade, which he followed several years and then entered an iron foundry, following the same scale, but since the business increasing, much needed machinery has been added. Nearly all the patterns and plasters have been made by hand, employing 8 workmen. They manufacture the celebrated extenion shaft drag saw, iron fences, etc.
The firm is now Lyle & Smith. Mr. Lyle was married June 9, 1858 to Eliz. J. McCORKLE, daughter of Hugh McCorkle of Troy, Ohio. Mr. & Mrs. Lyle are members of the Presbyterian Church. He is a stalwart republican, a member of the fraternities of Knights of Pythias, and Ancient Order of United Workmen. In the latter lodge he is master workman. Mr. Lyle is genial and pleasant toward all, and favors all movements that tend to improve the city or County. His business is an important item among the industries of the city, and should be patronized by home and surrounding territory. - typed by kbz