Background
Clarke, Bascom B. was born on June 24, 1851 in Lexington, Virginia, United States. Son of James Francis and Lucy (Frances) Clarke.
Clarke, Bascom B. was born on June 24, 1851 in Lexington, Virginia, United States. Son of James Francis and Lucy (Frances) Clarke.
Self-educated.
Began in publishing business at Madison, Wisconsin, 1898. President Clarke Public Company. Editor American Thresherman and founder Brotherhood of Threshermen.
Mason.
Married Mahettie Belle Watkins, October 9, 1873. Children: Frank M., Joseph Byron (deceased), Alice Belle (deceased), Harry Donald (deceased), James Leonard.