William R. Paul-IND-MO-IA
Not my family, but may be of help to someone.
From History of Fremont Co., Iowa, 1881, pg. 721
Note: Plum Hollow is now the town of Thurman.
"PAUL, WILLIAM R., merchant, P.O. Plum Hollow; born in Ripley county, Indiana, April 22, 1843. In 1857 he removed with his parents to Worth county, Missouri, and in 1860 came to Fremont county, Iowa. When eighteen years of age he enlisted in company A, Fourth Iowa cavalry, August 10, 1861, and followed his regiment through all its trying career. He was mustered out as sergeant August 10, 1865, having served just four years. Since his return home he has held numerous township offices, among them township clerk and recorder. He was married September 5, 1866 to Miss MARTHA SNOW, by whom he has five children, all living: Nellie A., Charles R., Clarence V., Henry C., and Lillie M."