From the "History of Steuben County, Indiana, 1885", page 416

Frank M. Powers, attorney at law, Angola, Ind., was born in York Township, Steuben Co., Ind., 
April 2, 1860, a son of Calvin and Lucy A. (Gilbert) Powers, his father a native of Allegany 
County, N. Y., and his mother of Ohio, and early settlers of Steuben County, locating in York 
Township in 1836.  Frank M. Powers received a good education, attending the district schools 
of York Township, and the grade school of Angola.  In 1878 he came to Angola, and while 
attending school began the study of law, and subsequently entered the office of Woodhull & 
Croxton.  He was admitted to the bar in 1881, and has since practiced in Angola.  Mr. Powers 
is a young man of good address and fine ability, and is building up a good practice.  His 
courteous manners and affability make him a general favorite in society, and his close 
attention to business and strict integrity have won him the esteem of business circles.

Submitted by:  David D. Masterson