Llewellyn H. Mertz.. son of Charles, was born at Dorneysville. Lehigh Co., Dec. 29, 1848. After receiving his educaton in the public schools, he turned to farming. In 1860 he came to Allentown, attended Gregory's Academy, and later that of Prof Walker. Learning the painter's trade he followed the same up to 1875, when he entered the baking business, which he continued to 1903, when he handed the business over to his sons. Charles and Arthur, the latter of which is conducting the same at present. He built about 35 houses and served on the building committee of churches in this city. He is a republican, serving as common councilman of the 7th ward for 3 years, and as school director for the unexpired term of John Seems, is a member of Bethany United Evangelical Church, which he served as trustee for 33 yen He married Sarah Ellen daughter of Charles and Elizabeth (Peter) Kistler. Nov. 12, 1872. Mr. Mertz resides at 916 Turner Street.