During his early boyhood he attended the common schools. At the age of nine years he came to Easton, where he was employed in the store of his brother Jacob. Here he remained. displaying in the discharge of his duties such industry, ability and faithfulness that he steadily advanced step by step until he became a partner in the house, which was thenceforth known as Rader & Brother. For many years the firm has owed not a little of its prosperity to the energy and assiduity of the junior partner. Among the most noteworthy reminiscences of Mr. Rader's early manhood is a military experience which he gained while serving in the army during the Civil War. Politically, he is a Republican, adhering firmly to the principles advocated in that party. He is a member of the Reformed church.