Background
Barstow, John Lester was born on February 21, 1832 in Shelburne, Vermont, United States. Son of Heman and Laura (Lyon) Barstow.
Barstow, John Lester was born on February 21, 1832 in Shelburne, Vermont, United States. Son of Heman and Laura (Lyon) Barstow.
Educated Shelburne; (Doctor of Laws, Norwich University, 1909).
Served in Union Army, 1861-1864, to rank of major. Was made brigadier general state troops at time of Saint Albans raid.
Served in Union Army, 1861-1864, to rank of major. Member Vermont House of Representatives, 1864-1865, Senate, 1866-1868.
Married Laura Maeck, October 28, 1856 (died 1885).