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February 5, 1850, in Ontario, Canada. |
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Family History: |
He was the son of William Cowan and Priscilla Fink. David Cowan
is a native of the Dominion of Canada, having been born in Norfolk County,
province of Ontario. |
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Achievements: |
- Conducted a merchandise business in the village of Box Elder, Montana
called D. Cowan & Son, founded in 1889. It was a well equipped establishment
which derives its support from an extended territory tributary to the
village.
- Mr. Cowan was the founder of Box Elder, Montana.
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Family: |
In Norfolk county, Ontario, Canada, on November 27, 1872, Mr.
Cowan wedded Miss Jane McKim, who was born in the same country in 1848. They had
five children, William , who is a capable young business man and is associated
with his father as a member of the mercantile firm of D. Cowan & Co.; Minnie is
the wife of Albert Thompson, who is engaged in the lively business in
Glasgow, Valley County, Montana; and Grace, who is at the parental home; two
children are
deceased. The family are prominently identified with the social life of the
community and their friend are to found throughout the county. |
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Occupation: |
Mr. Cowan was known as one of the extensive farmers, stockgrowers of Choteau
County, as a representative, and as a progressive businessman of the thriving
village of Box Elder, Montana. Mr. Cowan was well worth the high esteem in which
he is held in the community as a man among men. |
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Death: |
Mr. Cowan died in 1925. |
