The History of Hendricks County (Chicago: Interstate Publishing, 1885)--Liberty Township, page 648
John A. Miles, one of the leading farmers of Liberty Township, was born on the old homestead in this township, Dec. 29, 1844, a son of John and Elizabeth (Hollingshead) Miles. He was reared on the farm, and received a good education, completing it at the High Schools of Belleville and Danville. Attaining his majority he began life for himself and engaged in farming and stock-raising. He has been one of the most successful stock-raisers of the county, and has a good grade of horses, cattle and hogs. His farm contains 700 acres of land, situated on the National Road, in a high state of cultivation. His residence, a large two-story brick, built in 1876, is a model of convenience and architectural beauty. His farm buildings are among the best in the township. Mr. Miles was married in 1873 to Flora, daughter of W.H. Fritts, of Owen County, Ind. They have four children--Victoria M., Nettie R., Mattie E. and John. Mr. Miles is a member of Belleville Lodge, No. 65, F. & A.M.