Israel J. N. Troxell, was born in South Whitehall township, July 22, 1843. He owned his fathers homestead, and was a produce dealer for a number of years. Later he was a drover and followed this occupation for 20 years. Since 1870, he resides in Allentown. Mr. Troxell is an invalid since July, 1911, and since September, 1911 is bedfast. He is a member of the Reformed Church. His wife is Sarah Meyer, daughter of Simon and Coletta (Steckel) Meyer. Mr. and Mrs. Troxell have an only son, Tilghman C. P.