The History of Hendricks County (Chicago: Interstate Publishing, 1885)--Eel River Township, pages 579-580
Robert M. Page was born in Hendricks County, Ind., Feb. 18, 1838, a son of William and Elizabeth Page, natives of Virginia. They came to this county about 1832, and the following year settled in Eel River Township, remaining here till their decease. Ten children were born to them, of whom seven are living--McElender, Nancy, Andrew J., Jeremiah, Robert M., Demerius and Williamson. Mr. Page, on coming to this township, entered over 100 acres of heavily timbered land, which, in a few years, he by his industry and perseverance transformed into a well cultivated farm. Robert M., our subject, was thus reared to manhood amid the scenes of pioneer life, and from his youth he was obliged to share the labors of the farm. Aug.15,1861, he was married to Elizabeth Morphen, daughter of Benjamin and Jane Morphen, of Hendricks County, natives of Ohio and North Carolina respectively. To them has been born one son--Frances M. In 1864 Mr. Page enlisted in the One Hundred and Thirty-second Indiana Infantry, Company G, in the 100-days service. He was on duty principally in Alabama, and at the expiration of his term of enlistment he was honorably discharged. He owns a good farm situated in the southern part of this township. He is a member of the Christian church.