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No man in Westchester county is probably more worthy of representation in a work of this kind than he whose name stands at the head of this sketch. He has been identified with its business interests for many years, as a dealer in general merchandise, flour and feed at Lewisboro, has served as postmaster at that place since first appointed by President Andrew Johnson, and for the long period of twenty-seven years has also filled the office of justice of the peace.

Mr. Seymour was born in New Canaan, Connecticut, September 14, 1835, and on the paternal side is of English descent. His grandfather, Samuel Seymour, was a farmer by occupation, and his father, Rufus S. Seymour, was engaged in shoemaking and later was a farmer. The latter married Miss Sally Keeler, the daughter of Thaddeus Keeler, who died in Potter county, Pennsylvania, and both are now deceased, the father having died at the age of seventy-six years. They were faithful members of the Methodist church, and in his political views Mr. Seymour was a pronounced Democrat.

Stephen Seymour is indebted to the public schools for his education, and when a young man he successfully engaged in teaching school for some time. In 1860 was celebrated his marriage to Miss Frances D. Lockwood, who was born, reared and educated in this county, and is one of the four children born to Rufus and Sally (Raymond) Lockwood, the others being John, Samuel and Joseph W., of Lewisboro township. Mr. and Mrs. Seymour have two children: Urban G., who married Miss Cora Crawford; and Ada Frances, a resident of Lewisboro, but attended school in New Jersey. The wife and mother is an earnest member of the Methodist church, and is held in high esteem for her many excellencies of character.

For many years Mr. Seymour has been unwavering in his support of the Democratic party and takes a lively interest in political issues, on which he is well informed. Over his life record there falls no shadow of wrong, his public services has been most exemplary, and his private life has been marked by the utmost fidelity to duty. He therefore merits and receives the respect and confidence of the entire community.