Henry writes sporadically.  We gain glimpses into his two marriages and his work as a merchant/postmaster in Bothwell and editor of the “Highgate Monitor” (1895-1899).  He has a keen interest in local history contributing to the “The County of Kent” and authoring “Pioneer Sketches of Kent & Elgin County.”  He plays a leading role in the local Masonic Lodge, Ancient Order of United Workmen, Agricultural Society, and Liberal Party.  He also serves as Clerk of Orford Township for several years.  In 1913, he moves to Dewdney, British Columbia.