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Z. H. C. HOM, proprietor of the Mansion House of Lehighton, is one of the substantial citizens of the place, and is a popular and highly respected gentleman. He was born in the city which is still his home, on the 31st of December, 1850, and is a representative of one of the early families of Carbon County. His parents were Jonas A. and Caroline (Gumbart) Hom. The mother was born in Lehigh County, and was a daughter of Philip Gumbart. On the 30th of April, 1891, she was called to the home beyond. The father of our subject, who was also a native of the Keystone State, was born in Lehigh County, and for many years during the early part of his life followed farming. He afterward carried on a hotel for an extended period. His death occurred in the year 1882.

We now take up the personal history of Mr. Hom, whose name heads this record, knowing that it will prove of interest to many of our readers, for he has a wide acquaintance in this community. He is the third in order of birth in the family of six children, numbering two sons and four daughters. He attended the public schools of Lehighton and acquired a practical English education, which well fitted him for the duties of life. He entered upon his business career as clerk in the hotel, assisting his father, who was then proprietor of the Mansion House. After the death of his father he and his brother Columbus engaged in carrying on the hotel until the latter’s death, which occurred in July, 1883. Since that time our subject has been at its head, and is now sole proprietor.

Mr. Hom was married in 1876, the lady of his choice being Miss Jane A. Rex, daughter of Daniel Rex, a resident of Lehighton. They have one son, Garrett F., who is still with his parents.

Mr. Hom is one of the substantial citizens of this community. In 1892 he purchased a good farm, which he now rents, and in addition to this he owns considerable city property of value. He possesses good business and executive ability, and his enterprise and well directed efforts have brought him prosperity. He has served for three years as a member of the City Council, and is a public-spirited and progressive citizen, in whom the best interests of the community ever find a friend. His aid is never sought in vain when solicited for any undertaking that is calculated to promote the general welfare. In manner he is social and agreeable, and wins the respect and confidence of all with whom social or business relations have brought him in contact.