James F. Troxell, son of James and Maria Troxell, and a retired fanner, was born September 3, 1845. He was born on the family homestead, which continues in the Troxell name since 1742. Mr. Troxell acquired his education in the public schools. He began farming in 1867 and in 1889 he came into possession of his father's property. The farm consists of 109 acres and is conducted by his son, Harvey T., since 1905. at which time the father retired. Mr. Troxell is a Democrat and served as a school director of South Whitehall Township for seven years, and as a road commissioner for another seven years. He is a director of the Mutual Fire Insurance Company of Lehigh County since 1896. He is a member of the Jordan Reformed Church, in which church he held the offices of deacon, elder and treasurer for many years, rendering it valuable services. On Oct 21, 1866, he married Elemina Koch, a daughter of Samuel Koch. Mrs. Troxell died July 20, 1912, in her 68th year of age.