Bartholomew County Collection Damaged By Fire

A Christmas Eve fire at the United Way building in Columbus, Indiana has also affected the Bartholomew County Historical Society. According to a news report, the fire in the building (which was home to 27 non-profit agencies) also caused significant damage to the society's collection which was housed there. As many as 75,000 pieces of memorabilia may have been destroyed; some items in their collection, including old photos, are stored in their museum and thus were not affected by the fire.

State Library To Discuss Michigan Road And National Road

The Indiana State Library in Indianapolis will present a program, "Crossroads of Indiana: The Michigan and National Roads," on Thursday, January 14 from 5:30 to 6:30 pm in the library's History Reference Room. Monique Howell, Indiana Collection Librarian, will discuss the history of the Michigan and the National roads and how Indiana developed as a result.

Deadline Approaches for IGS Librarian's Scholarship

There is still time to apply for the Indiana Genealogical Society's Library Staff Educational Scholarship. Entries must be postmarked by December 31 in order to be considered. The scholarship is open to employees of Indiana libraries and includes a $500 credit to be used to help you attend a genealogy conference, seminar or class of your choice, as well as a $100 gift certificate that your library can use towards the purchase of any IGS publications.

The scholarship winner will also receive a complimentary membership in the Indiana Genealogical Society for one year and a complimentary registration to the society's annual conference, which will be held at the Allen County Public Library in Fort Wayne on April 10, 2010. Staff that are new to the field of genealogy are welcome to apply.

Noblesville Library To Demonstrate Ancestry Library Edition

The Hamilton East Public Library in Noblesville will hold a workshop on Wednesday, January 27 from 9:30 am to noon in their computer training room. This hands-on class will demonstrate how to search for ancestors in Ancestry Library Edition's databases. Participants should bring information about their ancestors, as there will be time at the end of the workshop to work on their own research.

Registration is required--to register, visit the library's website, or contact their Outreach Department--phone (317) 776-6939. For more information about the workshop, contact the library's Indiana Room--phone (317) 770-3206.

State Library To Discuss Its Genealogy Resources

The Indiana State Library in Indianapolis will present a class, "Researching Family History, Part 2," on Tuesday, January 12 from 11 am to noon in the library's History Reference Room. Diane Sharp, Genealogy Collection Supervisor, will discuss the various resources for family history research that are available within the Indiana State Library.

Indiana Records Experts Sought in New Jersey

Stephen Conte, host of Family Historian, a cable TV show about genealogy that is produced in New Jersey, is seeking New Jersey residents who are knowledgeable about Indiana records sources to appear as guests on an upcoming episode. For more information, please contact him at gentelc@aol.com.

Warrick County Early Landowners Book Published

Family Maps of Warrick County, Indiana (Deluxe Edition) by Gregory A. Boyd, J.D. has been published by Arphax Publishing Co. The book contains information about early Warrick County landowners in map form, which helps you make sense of the township-range descriptions of land found in deeds. The maps are also a way to figure out who your ancestor's neighbors were.

The spiral-bound version of the book costs $29.95; a hardbound version (suitable for libraries) costs $44.99. For more information, including an index of the surnames found in the book, please visit their website.

Hamilton County Early Landowners Book Published

Family Maps of Hamilton County, Indiana (Deluxe Edition) by Gregory A. Boyd, J.D. has been published by Arphax Publishing Co. The book contains information about early Hamilton County landowners in map form, which helps you make sense of the township-range descriptions of land found in deeds. The maps are also a way to figure out who your ancestor's neighbors were.

The spiral-bound version of the book costs $30.95; a hardbound version (suitable for libraries) costs $45.99. For more information, including an index of the surnames found in the book, please visit their website.

IGS Publishes December Issue of Indiana Genealogist

The Indiana Genealogical Society recently mailed the December 2009 issue of Indiana Genealogist to its members. It includes:

--A listing of Civil Conservation Corps workers who were stationed in Brown County, Indiana in the 1930's.
--Soldiers of the 4th Indiana Regiment who deserted during the Mexican War.
--A commencement program for a high school in Washington, Daviess County, Indiana.
--Bible records of a Robert Franklin (born 1799), who may be from Centerville, Wayne County, Indiana.
--Profiles of Indiana Civil War soldiers that were proven as ancestors by Society of Civil War Families of Indiana members.
--A listing of selected teachers and professors from around the state.
--A listing of alumni of Moores Hill College in Dearborn County from 1858-1872.

Submissions that have an Indiana connection are always welcome. Articles that are submitted may be eligible for the Elaine Spires Smith Family History Writing Award, which includes $500. For more information, see http://www.indgensoc.org/publications/quarterly.php

Noblesville Library To Host Beginning Genealogy Class

The Hamilton East Public Library in Noblesville will hold a program on beginning genealogy on Saturday, January 16 from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm in the library's north meeting room. The program is ideal for those just getting started in researching their family history, and will discuss how to organize your researh and how to find useful records.

Registration is required--to register, visit the library's website, or contact their Outreach Department--phone (317) 776-6939. For more information about the workshop, contact the library's Indiana Room--phone (317) 770-3206.

IGS Adds Marion County Database To Members-Only

The Indiana Genealogical Society has added a database for Marion County to the County Records section of the Members Only area:

--Graduates of Castleton High School, Marion County, Indiana (1897-1941)--Castleton High School was a school in Lawrence Township, on the north side of Indianapolis.

This is a premium database, accessible only to IGS members. There are more than 205 databases in the Members Only area. More databases will be added over time.

IGS Updates African-American Settlements Database

The Indiana Genealogical Society has added another 1,200 entries to the database, Individuals Associated with Indiana’s African-American Settlements (1817-1930), which is in the African-American Records section of Members-Only. This database is being compiled by Dawne Slater-Putt, CG and is part of a larger effort to study Indiana’s African-American settlements from their earliest days through about 1930.

The database includes the individual’s name, approximate year of birth and date of death (if known), and the names of the townships and counties with which the individual was associated. Women are cross-referenced under their maiden names. The database also includes links (when available) to newspaper articles, tombstone photos, marriage records and other source materials.

This database is free and is being shared with the Indiana Genealogical Society and the Allen County Public Library's Genealogy Center. There are now over 6,000 entries in the database.

State Library To Discuss Beginning Genealogy Research

The Indiana State Library in Indianapolis will present a class, "Researching Family History, Part 1," on Thursday, January 7 from 5:30 to 6:30 pm in the library's History Reference Room. Diane Sharp, Genealogy Collection Supervisor, will give an overview of the documents and resources used to trace your family tree, and the beginning elements of genealogy research.

Noblesville Library To Host Genealogy Roundtable on Resolutions

The Hamilton East Public Library in Noblesville will hold a genealogy roundtable on Tuesday, January 12 from 2:15 to 3:15 pm in the library's genealogy classroom. The roundtable will discuss New Year's resolutions for your genealogy research.

This is an informal discussion group and no registration is required. For more information, contact the library's Indiana Room--phone (317) 770-3206.

Query: VINCENT of Marion County

I am seeking grave locations for:
John Vincent 1750 - 1837
Sarah Vincent 1758 - 1808

A 1930 letter states they were buried 7 miles north of Indianapolis in the Wheteinger (sp?) graveyard.

Any help will be greatly appreciated.

Bill Tate
2514 Prairie Oak Trl
Woodbury, MN 55125-7618
bill_tate@comcast.net

Query: HUDSON/HUTSON/PERKINS/SHAVER of Fayette and Hancock Counties

I am looking for more information on a William Hudson/Hutson. The last census I can find is for 1860 in Columbia, Fayette County, Indiana. He is listed as age 67 born in Pennsylvania. However, in the previous census it says he was born in Virginia. An 1880 census entry for his son Thomas declares his father's birthplace to be Virginia. In the 1860 census William's wife Anna is age 60 and born in Virginia. I find her in the 1880 census in Brown, Hancock County, Indiana as a widow with her married daugher Harriete Perkins. I can't find where William and Anna got married or any other information. Where he is buried?

Children of William & Anna Hutson/Hudson:
1. Isaac b. abt. 1829 Orange Township, Fayette County, Indiana
2. Thomas Harrison b. 1832 Orange Township, Fayette County, Indiana, m. Cynthia Harriet Shaver 27 Jan. 1856 in Fayette County, Indiana
3. Harriet b. 1834 Orange Township, Fayette County, Indiana, m. Charles Perkins 11 Aug. 1853
4. Mary b. 1837 Orange Township, Fayette County, Indiana
5. Eleanor/Ellen b. 1839 Orange Township, Fayette County, Indiana

Any help would be appreciated. Thank you.

Lorna Hudson
850 Durham Terrace
Colorado Springs, CO 809018
shuttletat59@yahoo.com

Query: CORY

Fay C. Cory (a male born in 1903) is in the 1930 census for the Indiana State Penitentiary, listed as a prisoner. Is there a resource available to find out for what and the length of stay?

Michelle Herrin
25 Carrington Ln.
Ormond Beach, FL 32174
mic@alternateimage.com

Query: ALLEN/FOSTER of Delaware County

My grandfather James Allen was born in Indiana on February 28, 1878 (maybe in Albany, Delaware County, Indiana). I am trying to determine who his father and mother were with only these limited facts. His father was supposed to be an Irish born immigrant but I can find nothing in the US census that would identify them together. James was married in 1902 to Minnie Foster if that's helpful.

Thank you for your consideration.

Harry Senteney
13425 Spring Grove
Dallas, TX 75240
haypat@peoplepc.com

Query: HALL of 5th Indiana Battery

I am looking for information on my great-grandfather Nelson Wesley Hall who served in the 5th Indiana Battery. Do you have a photograph of the 5th Battery of Indiana? If NOT, do you have a photograph of any soldier of this battery as I would like to include a picture of their uniform? Do you have information and photos on what kind of weapons these men used?

"The battery was organized at Indianapolis, Indiana and mustered in for a three year enlistment on November 22, 1861. It was mustered in under the command of Captain Peter Simonson. The battery was attached to 3rd Division, Army of the Ohio, to September 1862."

Thank you very, very much.

LuAnn Kendrick
598 N. 1280 E.
American Fork, UT 84003
luannkendrick@gmail.com

Query: COLLINS of Dubois and Miami Counties

I am looking for an ancestor who seems to have left very few clues behind. All I know is he was born in 1833 in Indiana. His name is William J. Collins, and according to a narration by my grandmother, his father's name was William also. He ended up in Gilroy, California, with a stop in Lane County, Oregon. I am his great-great-granddaughter (he married Adeline Duncan, they had a son Albert, who had a daughter Effie, who had a son Albert who is my father.)

The 1850 census for Columbia Township, Dubois County, Indiana has a William/William father/son possible match, with the son aged 17.

I found one other William Collins aged 17 in the 1850 Indiana census, in Miami County, the township starts with C, but I can't read the rest. It has a pre-printed page #124 on the document.

I understand this may be pure coincidence, however, is there a genealogist who would have access to both county records that you could put me in touch with?

Thank you.

Susan Hoerner
jamminsue@hotmail.com

Northwest Indiana Society Adds Lake County Databases

The Northwest Indiana Genealogical Society, which represents Lake County and Porter County, has added two new databases for Lake County to the Online Archives section of their website:

Guardian Bond Books, Lake County (1919-1934)
This Index was created from one book which was located at the Lake County Government Center in Crown Point, Indiana. The index will provide you with the guardian’s name(s), surety company’s name, the deceased name, the heir's name (or who the guardianship was set up for), the attorney’s name, and the date of the judgment. In some cases the society has added comments. They have also listed the case or the docket number and page number (if one was located). A copy of the bond will also include the bond amount and the relationships of the person listed in the bond, clerks, and the judge's name. By no means does this index represent all of the legal guardianships that were set up in Lake County, Indiana. This book was the only book of bonds that has been located at this time. There is an order form and directions on how you can send for a copy of this record.

Register of Trained Nurses in Lake County (1916-1943)
The information in this database will not lead a genealogist to a copy of the registration, but it will verify that an ancestor was a nurse, and might help locate where the individual resided during a certain timeframe. From this information, a check of city directories might show the person’s address, whether the residence was owned or rented, and the address of the hospital at which he or she was employed. If the residence was owned, the Recorder’s office should have a deed for the property. In those rare instances where a marriage was indicated, the Clerk’s office or the database of marriages on the NWIGS website can be checked for a marriage date, which can then be used to obtain the marriage application and certificate. In some cases there are indications of the nurse’s religion, which might suggest where to search for church records.

Allen County Library To Discuss Genealogy Software

The Allen County Public Library in Fort Wayne will offer a program, "Genealogy Software To Record Your Family History," on Wednesday, January 13 from 2:30 to 3:30 pm. This program will highlight various features of Family Tree Maker, Legacy, and The Master Genealogist software. To register, call (260) 421-1225 or e-mail genealogy@acpl.info.

IGS Adds December Newsletter To Members-Only

The Indiana Genealogical Society has now added the December 2009 issue of the IGS Newsletter to the IGS Records section of Members Only. The issue contains entries from the "Once A Hoosier..." project, as well as its companion project, "...Always A Hoosier," and also has updates from around the state.

The newsletter is a premium database and is accessible only to IGS members.

Hamilton County Society To Meet In Carmel

The Hamilton County Genealogical Society will meet at 7 pm on Wednesday, January 6 at the Hensel Government Building (10701 N. College Ave., Carmel IN). The meeting is free and open to the public.

The Hamilton County Genealogical Society (formerly known as the North Indianapolis Area Genealogists) meets from October through May on the first Wednesday of the month at 7 pm at the Hensel Government Building in Carmel. Meetings include programs and roundtable discussions. The meetings are free and everyone is welcome.

IGS Adds Databases To Members-Only

The Indiana Genealogical Society has added several databases to the Members Only area of its website:

African-American Records
--African-American Veterans in Howard County, Indiana (1890)
--African-American Veterans in Jennings County, Indiana (1890)
NOTE: These databases were compiled from the 1890 soldiers enrollment lists for the respective counties.

College Records
--Faculty of Wabash College, Crawfordsville (1912)--a listing of teachers, as found in a school yearbook.
--Students of Central Normal College, Danville (1877-1934)--a listing of over 70,000 students, as compiled from the school's annual catalogs.

County Records
--Residents of Vermillion County, Indiana (1874)--a listing of residents from an 1874 directory.
NOTE: This database is part of the 2 for 92 Project, where IGS will develop a minimum of two genealogical databases for each of the 92 counties in Indiana and post them to the Members Only area.

These are all premium databases, accessible only to IGS members. The Indiana Genealogical Society has now posted 205 databases to the Members Only area of its website. More databases will be added over time.

State Library To Discuss Genealogy Sources

The Indiana State Library in Indianapolis will present a program, "Unique Genealogy Sources," on Thursday, December 17 from 5:30 to 6:30 pm in their History Reference Room. Genealogy Collection Librarian Leigh Anne Johnson will discuss little-known sources for genealogy research that are available at the State Library.

Noblesville Library To Discuss Irish Research

The Hamilton East Public Library in Noblesville will host a roundtable in their genealogy classroom on Tuesday, December 8 from 2:15 to 3:15 pm. This month's roundtable will focus on Irish research. Come meet with those who have experience researching Irish relatives. Bring your questions and share your own successes. For more information about the roundtable, please contact the library's Indiana Room--phone (317) 770-3206.

Marriage Indexing: Progress Report

The latest progress report for the Indiana Marriage Indexing Project shows that volunteers have started indexing the records available for Marshall County:

--Allen County (1811-1959)--93.21% complete
--Benton County (1811-1959)--99.98% complete
--Boone County (1811-1959)--50.94% complete
--Brown County (1811-1959)--91.84% complete
--Dubois County (1811-1959)--12.04% complete
--Harrison County (1811-1959)--37.32% complete
--Marshall County (1811-1959)--5.38% complete

More volunteers are needed, especially to act as arbitrators (arbitrators are responsible for comparing the indexers' work to the records). Sign up at the FamilySearch Indexing website.

State Library To Discuss African-American Newspapers

The Indiana State Library in Indianapolis will present a program, "African-American Newspapers in Indiana," on Monday, December 14 from noon to 1 pm in their Indiana Authors Room. Indiana Collection Librarian Kimberly Brown-Hardin will give an overview of the history of black newspapers in Indiana and show examples of the information they contain.

Query: RILEY/DAY/BOLANDER/MOORE/DAVIS of Marion County

I'm seeking information on Alexis Riley my (gggg-grandfather), born in MD in 1802 and lived in Lawrence Township, Marion County, IN from 1824 until his death. I'm also looking for information on 2 of his sons, George N. Riley (my ggg-grandfather) and Stephen P. Riley, George's brother. I do know that George married Elizabeth Day and Stephen married Lizzie Bolander. It's also my understanding that Alexis was married twice, his first wife was Nancy Moore and his second wife was Jane Davis. I can't locate death notices for Alexis or George, nor can I find George's Civil War documentation. Any information you could provide would be helpful.

Best Regards,
Sherry Byers
502 Glen Run Dr.
Atglen, PA 19310
dlbyers@comcast.net

Query: JOHNSON/GUY/BROWNEN/BOAS/BOSS of Morgan and Owen and Switzerland Counties

My third great grandmother, Sarah Johnson, was an orphan. She was born in 1839 in Indiana (possibly Morgan County) and died 01 May 1895 in Indiana (most likely near Gosport in Owen County). She married James Guy on 28 Nov 1853 in Morgan County, Indiana. Based on census records, I believe that she might have been raised by John and Elizabeth Brownen (There is a Sarah Johnson living with the Brownens in Morgan County in 1850). How might I found out more information about adoptions during this time period?
Another of my third great grandmothers (Elizabeth Boas/Boss b. 1849) was also adopted (in Kentucky before 1860) and was raised in Switzerland County, Indiana. Are there publications or records on such matters?

Thank you for your help.
Sincerely,
Allison Riggle
4850 Chapel Brook Lane
New Albany, IN
riggleam@yahoo.com

Query: DAWSON/FOWLER/WEST of Fayette and Dearborn Counties

I am looking for information on John Dawson's parents. John was b. 30 Jan 1893 d. abt. 1971. He lived in Connersville, Fayette County, IN before 1951. His wife was Julia (Fowler) Dawson b. 22 Aug 1879 in Lawrenceburg, Dearborn County, IN, d. 10 April 1964 in Connersville, Fayette County, IN. She was my father's sister, and I'm trying to locate information on their parents Charles Cleveland Fowler and Mary Louise (West) Fowler who were from Boone County, Ky.

I would be very grateful for any help.
LaVerne Fowler
371 Carrol St.
Greendale, IN 47025
fowl51@yahoo.com

Query: BLOUGH/KINSEY/BLAUCH/BROWN/BLOCHER

I am a descendant of Christian Blauch, and am just starting to dabble into what the elder generation of my family has on our lineage. I would like to hear from Marjorie Blocher Kinsey or anyone else that might have information on Blough family history.

Richard Brown
4 Lion Ave.
St. Johnsville, NY 13452
Email Address: reb10560@gmail.com

Query: BENNETT

Leonard K BENNETT appears in the 1930 census in Detroit, aged 43 (b. England) in the company of his wife, Ruth, age 32, b. Indiana (and both parents b. Indiana), and stepson, Robert W Bennett, age 14, b Michigan (parents, confusingly, b England and Michigan). Leonard gives his age at first marriage as 43. As his birthday was 6 March, it means that (if he were telling the truth) he and Ruth were married between 6 March and 1 April 1930.

I have contacted the relevant authorities in Michigan, and the only marriage of a Leonard BENNETT to a Ruth, within a couple of years of that date, was 20 June 1931 in Ann Arbor, but the groom's father's name was not correct, and the (somewhat smudgy-font) ages were too young.

If anyone actually recognises my combination of names, dates and places, I would be delighted to hear from them.

Christine
SW Hertfordshire, England
mbenedict51@yahoo.co.uk

Query: GEORGE/BROWN/GRIFFITH of Kosciusko and Hamilton Counties

I am looking for infomation on my great-grandfather Samuel Perry George who moved to Puyallup, WA with his family from Noblesville, Hamilton County, Indiana in 1905. He was born 13 May 1855--I'm not sure where. He was married twice, first to a Mary or Martha Brown in Warsaw, Kosciusko County, Indiana around 1882. I'm not sure but we think she may have died in childbirth. His second marriage was to Rose Mae Griffith and took place on 11 March 1886 also in Warsaw.

Thank you for any help you can provide.

Donald George
20917 1313 Ave. E
Graham, WA 98338
georgesfam@aol.com

Allen County Library To Discuss Genealogy Blogs

The Allen County Public Library in Fort Wayne will present a lecture, "Reading Genealogy Blogs," on Wednesday, December 9 at 2:30 pm in Meeting Room B of the library. As part of the library's WinterTech lecture series, Melissa Shimkus will discuss how blogs can teach you about research methodologies, databases, conferences, and new technologies, as well as helping you keep up with your distant cousins and their research. You'll also learn about how to manage and organize the blogs you read and where to look to find genealogy blogs. To register, phone (260) 421-1225 or e-mail genealogy@acpl.info.

Noblesville Library To Discuss Research in Ireland

The Hamilton East Public Library in Noblesville will host a class, "Irish Footprints in Ireland," on Saturday, December 5 from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm in their genealogy classroom. In this second of a 2-part series, presenters Pat Adams and Shannon Kennedy will talk about Irish history and geography and explore the records and resources of Ireland. Registration is required--to register, visit the library's website, or contact the library's Indiana Room--phone (317) 770-3206.

State Library To Discuss Vital Records

The Indiana State Library in Indianapolis will present a program, "Indiana Vital Records Resources," on Thursday, December 10 from 5:30 to 6:30 pm in their History Reference Room. Genealogy Collection Librarian Daina Bohr will give an introduction to the birth, marriage and death resources (including electronic and microfilmed resources) for Indiana that are available at the State Library.

Madison County Group To Meet in Elwood

The Elwood Pipecreek Genealogy Society of Elwood, Madison County, Indiana will meet on Thursday, December 17 at 7:30 pm in the Elwood Public Library. The public is welcome to attend.

Noblesville Library To Demonstrate Heritage Quest, New England Ancestors and Footnote.com

The Hamilton East Public Library in Noblesville will hold a workshop on Wednesday, December 9 from 9:30 am to noon in their computer training room. This hands-on class will demonstrate how to use 3 genealogy databases--Heritage Quest Online, New England Ancestors and Footnote.com. Participants should bring information about their ancestors, as there will be time at the end of the workshop to work on their own research.

Registration is required--to register, visit the library's website, or contact their Outreach Department--phone (317) 776-6939. For more information about the workshop, contact the library's Indiana Room--phone (317) 770-3206.

Boone County Society To Meet In Thorntown

The Boone County Genealogical Society will meet at 6:30 pm on Tuesday, November 17 at the Thorntown Public Library. The public is invited to attend.

State Library To Discuss Preservation Techniques

The Indiana State Library in Indianapolis will present a program, "Preservation For The Non-Professional," on Wednesday, December 1 from 10 to 11 am in their Indiana Authors Room. Manuscripts & Rare Books Collection Area Supervisor Mark Vopelak will show laypeople how to safeguard their own personal papers, photos, scrapbooks and other memorabilia outside of digital formats.

Indiana Marriage Index Updated

FamilySearch's Indiana Marriage Index 1811-1959 has been updated. There are now partial records for 9 counties online: Adams County, Blackford County, Decatur County, Franklin County, Henry County, Huntington County, Owen County, Rush County and Sullivan County.

This project is a joint effort of the Indiana Genealogical Society and FamilySearch to create an Indiana marriage index and put it online for free. For more information, including how you can help, please visit the Indiana Marriage Indexing Project page.

Query: WARREN/RISHER of Parke and Hendricks Counties

I am interested in my WARREN family and related families of IN. My great-great-great-grandfather was Zimri WARREN.  His son William Allen WARREN born 1854 was my great-great-grandfather, he was married to Mary RISHER and had three children, two girls and one boy. William’s father and mother-in-law raised the 3 kids. The boy was my great-grandfather Harry and his son was Robert WARREN my grandfather and his son was my dad Leroy (Rea) WARREN, who last lived in Rockville, Parke County, IN before moving to Oregon during WWII. Zimri Warren lived in Coatesville, Hendricks County, IN.

John Warren
9832 Pioneer Valley Rd.
Flagstaff, AZ 86004
jwarren@npgcable.com

Query: ALLIS/PYLE/DRISCOLL of Floyd County

I’m looking for marriage records for Franklin ALLIS b. 8 July 1830 in Elyris, Marion, OH. His first marriage was to a Louisa PYLE on 16 Oct 1855 in Floyd County, IN. Franklin's second marriage was to a Mary A. DRISCOLL in an unknown location.

Patricia Spears
1193 Sumter Landing Circle
Evans, GA 30809
spearspat@hotmail.com

IGS Adds Elkhart County Database To Members-Only

The Indiana Genealogical Society has added a database for Elkhart County to the County Records section of the Members Only area:

--Alumni of Middlebury High School, Elkhart County, Indiana (1886-1916)--a listing from the school's first yearbook, The Original, which was published in 1916.

This database is part of the 2 for 92 Project, where IGS will develop a minimum of two genealogical databases for each of the 92 counties in Indiana and post them to the Members Only area.

It is a premium database, accessible only to IGS members. The Indiana Genealogical Society has now posted over 200 databases to the Members Only area. More databases will be added over time.

Marriage Indexing: Progress Report

The latest progress report for the Indiana Marriage Indexing Project shows that volunteers have almost finished indexing the records available for Benton County and have started indexing the records available for Dubois County:

--Allen County (1811-1959)--86.96% complete
--Benton County (1811-1959)--94.28% complete
--Boone County (1811-1959)--48.88% complete
--Brown County (1811-1959)--82.29% complete
--Dubois County (1811-1959)--0.47% complete
--Harrison County (1811-1959)--31.97% complete

More volunteers are needed to be arbitrators (comparing the indexers' work to the images), particularly for the Allen County, Benton County and Boone County records. You can sign up at the FamilySearch Indexing website.

Hamilton County Society To Meet in Carmel

The Hamilton County Genealogical Society will meet at 7 pm on Wednesday, December 2 at the Hensel Government Building (10701 N. College Ave., Carmel IN). The meeting is free and open to the public.

The Hamilton County Genealogical Society (formerly known as the North Indianapolis Area Genealogists) meets from October through May on the first Wednesday of the month at 7 pm at the Hensel Government Building in Carmel. Meetings include programs and roundtable discussions. The meetings are free and everyone is welcome.

African American Group To Discuss DNA Testing

The Indiana African American Genealogy Group will meet on Saturday, December 19 from noon to 3 pm at the Indiana State Library in Indianapolis. Gina Paige of African Ancestry, Inc. will present a program from noon to 2 pm, and from 2 to 3 pm there will be individual DNA testing offered for $299. The public is welcome to attend. For more information, please contact indplsaagenegroup@yahoo.com.

Greene County Health Department Restricts Access

According to this post on the National Genealogical Society's UpFront blog, the Greene County Health Department in Bloomfield, Indiana is restricting access to their death records until further notice. According to the blog post, the researcher who visited there in October was told the health department was boxing up their death records in order to have enough space to administer flu shots.

State Archives Launches New Site

The Indiana State Archives has a new website for Indiana research. Located at www.indianadigitalarchives.org, the new site currently has about a dozen searchable databases.

Although still a rudimentary resource and at present without any images, the site has great growth potential. Researchers are encouraged to check out this resource periodically to look for changes and additions. Congratulations to Archives manager Alan January, his staff and volunteers for getting this new site up and running.

We do not know if databases that are currently on the State Archives site or the State Library site will be migrated to this new site, but hopefully that will be in future plans.

IGS Appoints Tippecanoe County Genealogist

At its October board meeting, the Indiana Genealogical Society appointed Lou Ann Clugh of Lafayette as the Indiana County Genealogist for Tippecanoe County. Lou Ann has been involved with the Tippecanoe County Area Genealogical Society (TIPCOA) for over 20 years and is currently serving as their president and webmaster. She is the state coordinator of the Indiana Pioneer Cemeteries Restoration Project (INPCRP) and also serves as their coordinator for Tippecanoe County.

About ICG
Indiana County Genealogist is a program of the Indiana Genealogical Society. Its goal is to appoint qualified individuals to represent each of the 92 counties in Indiana. The ICG is a liaison between the Indiana Genealogical Society and local organizations and individuals, reporting on genealogy-related news (including any issues of records preservation and access). If you would like to apply to be an Indiana County Genealogist for your area, please visit http://www.indgensoc.org/county_genealogists.php

IGS Appoints Ripley County Genealogist

At its October board meeting, the Indiana Genealogical Society appointed Sally Widener of Batesville as the Indiana County Genealogist for Ripley County. A frequent speaker at the Tri-County Genealogical Society's meetings, Sally is also indexing and taking photos of area tombstones for Find A Grave.

About ICG
Indiana County Genealogist is a program of the Indiana Genealogical Society. Its goal is to appoint qualified individuals to represent each of the 92 counties in Indiana. The ICG is a liaison between the Indiana Genealogical Society and local organizations and individuals, reporting on genealogy-related news (including any issues of records preservation and access). If you would like to apply to be an Indiana County Genealogist for your area, please visit http://www.indgensoc.org/county_genealogists.php

IGS Appoints Grant County Genealogist

At its October board meeting, the Indiana Genealogical Society appointed Rhonda Stoffer as the Indiana County Genealogist for Grant County. Rhonda has been head of the Indiana History and Genealogy Services at Marion Public Library since 2001. She has helped compile several indexes for the county, including an obituary index for 1867 to present and a marriage index for 1837 to 2006, and also helped organize several of the GenFests held in the area.

About ICG
Indiana County Genealogist is a program of the Indiana Genealogical Society. Its goal is to appoint qualified individuals to represent each of the 92 counties in Indiana. The ICG is a liaison between the Indiana Genealogical Society and local organizations and individuals, reporting on genealogy-related news (including any issues of records preservation and access). If you would like to apply to be an Indiana County Genealogist for your area, please visit http://www.indgensoc.org/county_genealogists.php

IGS Appoints Jackson County Genealogist

At its October board meeting, the Indiana Genealogical Society appointed Charlotte Sellers of Brownstown as the Indiana County Genealogist for Jackson County. Charlotte has been a Local History Specialist at the Jackson County Public Library in Seymour for 10 years and is also the Jackson County Historian. She initiated the Jackson County History Alliance and also served as editor of the Indiana Genealogist.

About ICG
Indiana County Genealogist is a program of the Indiana Genealogical Society. Its goal is to appoint qualified individuals to represent each of the 92 counties in Indiana. The ICG is a liaison between the Indiana Genealogical Society and local organizations and individuals, reporting on genealogy-related news (including any issues of records preservation and access). If you would like to apply to be an Indiana County Genealogist for your area, please visit http://www.indgensoc.org/county_genealogists.php

IGS Appoints Boone County Genealogist

At its October board meeting, the Indiana Genealogical Society appointed Jamey Hickson as the Indiana County Genealogist for Boone County. Jamey is a Librarian Specialist for Lebanon Public Library and has been involved with both the Boone County Historical Society and the Boone County Genealogical Society since 2001. She presents various genealogy programs in the community and is preparing to become a certified genealogist.

About ICG
Indiana County Genealogist is a program of the Indiana Genealogical Society. Its goal is to appoint qualified individuals to represent each of the 92 counties in Indiana. The ICG is a liaison between the Indiana Genealogical Society and local organizations and individuals, reporting on genealogy-related news (including any issues of records preservation and access). If you would like to apply to be an Indiana County Genealogist for your area, please visit http://www.indgensoc.org/county_genealogists.php

State Library To Discuss Family Research

The Indiana State Library in Indianapolis will present a program, "Hoosier Mama, Hoosier Papa," on Thursday, November 19 from 5:30 to 6:30 pm in their History Reference Room. Genealogy Collection Librarian Leigh Anne Johnson will give an overview of the materials available at the State Library for family history research. This is a follow-up to their "Genealogy For Beginners" program.

Marriage Indexing: Progress Report

The latest progress report for the Indiana Marriage Indexing Project shows that volunteers have completed the batches of records that were available for Ohio County and have started indexing the records available for Brown County:

--Allen County (1811-1959)--80.75% complete
--Benton County (1811-1959)--68.85% complete
--Boone County (1811-1959)--45.49% complete
--Brown County (1811-1959)--69.25% complete
--Harrison County (1811-1959)--23.05% complete

More volunteers are needed to be arbitrators (comparing the indexers' work to the images), particularly for the Allen County, Benton County and Boone County records. Sign up at the FamilySearch Indexing website.

IGS Adds Databases To Members-Only

The Indiana Genealogical Society has added several databases to the Members Only area of its website:

African-American Records
--Indiana's African-American Soldiers in the Civil War (1861-1865)--a listing of over 2,500 African-Americans from Indiana who served in various regiments across the country. This listing was compiled from Indiana's Adjutant General report (8 volumes), which was published in 1869.

College Records
--Faculty of Earlham College, Richmond (1859)--a listing of teachers, as found in a school catalog.
--Faculty of Taylor University, Upland (1901)--a listing of teachers, as found in a school yearbook. This database includes photos of the teachers.

County Records
--Directory of Businesses in Decatur County, Indiana (1868)
--Directory of Businesses in Scott County, Indiana (1868)

NOTE: These 2 databases are a listing of business owners for the respective counties, as included in a railroad and shipping directory. They are part of the 2 for 92 Project, where IGS will develop a minimum of two genealogical databases for each of the 92 counties in Indiana and post them to the Members Only area.

These are all premium databases, accessible only to IGS members. The Indiana Genealogical Society has now posted 200 databases to the Members Only area of its website. More databases will be added over time.

State Library To Discuss World War II

The Indiana State Library in Indianapolis will present a program, "Mobilizing The Homefront: Hoosiers and World War II," on Tuesday, November 10 from noon to 1 pm in their Indiana Authors Room. Reference & Government Services Librarian Marcia Caudell will discuss how Hoosiers volunteered their time and money to assist in the war effort.

Indianapolis To Host Central Indiana Genealogical Conference

The Genealogical Society of Marion County will hold its 14th annual Central Indiana Genealogical Conference on Saturday, November 14 from 8:30 am to 3 pm at the Indianapolis Senior Center (708 E. Michigan St., Indianapolis IN). Dr. Michael Lacopo will be the speaker, with topics:

--There's More Than Corn In Indiana: Finding Your Hoosier Ancestors

--She Came From Nowhere: How To Incorporate Social History Into Your Genealogical Problem Solving

--Deconstructing Your Family Tree: Re-Evaluating the "Evidence": The Case Study

--More Than The Census: Our Families Did Exist Between Those 10-Year Intervals!

Conference registration includes lunch and if received by November 7, it is $20 for GSMC and Indianapolis Senior Center members, $25 for nonmembers; for registrations received after November 7, it is $25 for members, $30 for nonmembers. For more information and registration form, go to http://www.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~ingsmc/

State Library To Discuss Maps in Research

The Indiana State Library in Indianapolis will present a program, "Using Maps In Your Research," on Tuesday, November 17 from 10 to 11 am in their Indiana Authors Room. Indiana Collection Librarian Monique Howell will discuss the various kinds of maps available, including Sanborn, topographic and transportation maps.

Irish Research Class At Noblesville Library

The Hamilton East Public Library in Noblesville will host a class, "Irish Footprints in America," on Saturday, November 14 from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm in their genealogy classroom. In this first of a 2-part series, presenters Pat Adams and Shannon Kennedy will talk about immigration, Irish life in America, and how to search records to find your Irish ancestors. Registration is required--to register, visit the library's website, or contact the library's Indiana Room--phone (317) 770-3206.

IGS Updates African-American Settlements Database

The Indiana Genealogical Society has updated the database, Individuals Associated with Indiana’s African-American Settlements (1817-1930) in the African-American Records section of Members-Only. This database is being compiled by Dawne Slater-Putt, CG and is part of a larger effort to study Indiana’s African-American settlements from their earliest days through about 1930.

The database includes the individual’s name, approximate year of birth and date of death (if known), and the names of the townships and counties with which the individual was associated. Women are cross-referenced under their maiden names. The database also includes links (when available) to newspaper articles, tombstone photos, marriage records and other source materials.

This database is free and is being shared with the Indiana Genealogical Society and the Allen County Public Library's Genealogy Center. There are now almost 5,000 entries in the database.

State Library To Discuss Naturalization Records

The Indiana State Library in Indianapolis will present a program, "Naturalization Process and Records," on Thursday, November 5 from 5:30 to 6:30 pm in their History Reference Room. Genealogy Collection Librarian Charles Hill will discuss the naturalization process, search strategies and how to locate records, including helpful websites.

African American Group To Meet In Indianapolis

The Indiana African American Genealogy Group will meet on Saturday, November 21 from noon to 3 pm at the Indiana State Library in Indianapolis. Robert Mullins will present a program from noon to 1:30 pm on Ransom Place Studies, and from 1:40 to 3 pm older residents of Ransom Place will speak. The public is welcome to attend. For more information, please contact indplsaagenegroup@yahoo.com.

Northwest Indiana Society To Show & Tell Heirlooms

The Northwest Indiana Genealogical Society will meet on Saturday, November 21 at 10 am at the Porter County Public Library in Valparaiso. Guests are asked to bring a small family heirloom to show and talk about. If the item is too big to bring, just bring a picture of the item to share. The meeting is open to the public. The society represents the interests of genealogists in Lake County and Porter County.

Tippecanoe County Society Publishes Cemetery Index

The Tippecanoe County Area Genealogical Society (TIPCOA) has published Saint Boniface Cemetery Index 1898 to 2008. Saint Boniface Cemetery is located in Lafayette. The index includes the section and lot numbers and was compiled using original burial books and burial permits which listed transfers from other cemeteries. The index is available for $35 (the price includes shipping & handling and sales tax). Please make checks payable to TIPCOA and mail to: TIPCOA Publications, 3912 Monitor Mill Dr., Lafayette IN 47905.

Jefferson County Library Adds Records To Website

The Madison-Jefferson County Public Library has added genealogical and historical records to its website. The records are being put online as part of the History Rescue Project, which is funded by a grant from the Community Foundation of Madison and Jefferson County. Records from cemeteries, funeral homes, land records, marriage records, mortality schedules and newspapers are among those that have been put online already.

Tippecanoe County Society Publishes Deed Book Index

The Tippecanoe County Area Genealogical Society (TIPCOA) has published Tippecanoe County, Indiana Index to Deed Book A. This is an index of the original Deed Book A. It is a list of the grantees (buyers) and grantors (sellers) who transferred land in Tippecanoe County between October 14, 1829 and April 10, 1830. The index is available for $15 (the price includes shipping & handling and sales tax). Please make checks payable to TIPCOA and mail to: TIPCOA Publications, 3912 Monitor Mill Dr., Lafayette IN 47905.

Hamilton County Genealogy Group To Meet in Westfield

The Westfield Genealogy Group will meet on Saturday, November 7 at 10 am at the Westfield Public Library in Hamilton County. The public is welcome.

The group meets the first Saturday of the month at 10 am at the Westfield library.

Clay County History Published

The Clay County Genealogical Society has published A History of Clay County, Indiana: Closing of The First Century's History of The County and the Growth of Its People by William Travis, a 2-volume history which was first printed in 1909. This history has been transcribed and put on 2 CDs in Rich Text Format (RTF) with an index. The CD set can be purchased for $50 plus $5 shipping & handling. Indiana residents must add $3 for sales tax. Please make checks payable to Clay County Genealogical Society and mail to: Clay County Genealogical Society, P.O. Box 56, Center Point IN 47840-0056.

Query: RODECAP/McLAUGHLIN of Henry and Madison Counties

I am having a hard time finding my great grandfather David Solomon Rodecap's obituary. I know he was born in Middletown, Indiana approximately 1865, and he died in August of 1927 or 28. I believe he died in Muncie, Indiana. I am also looking for any information on Charles McLaughlin, or his wife Rebecca. I believe they lived in or around Henry county Indiana. I believe Charles died in 1878 in Madison county, Indiana. I am looking for an obituary on either of them. They are my great grandfather's in-laws.

Any help is appreciated.

Thank you.
Meg Rodcamp
2101 Luanne Lane
Auburn, Indiana 46706
Email Address: megger@netscape.com

Query: THOMPSON/STORY of Monroe county

Name: Peter A. Thompson

Email Address: police_attorney@hotmail.com

Postal Address: 606 South Alba Circle
Mesa, AZ 85204

John G. Thompson, born abt. 1782 in Virginia. Died, 1857 Monroe County, Indiana. Wife, Elizabeth Story. Died,1861 in Monroe County, Indiana. Children: Amelia, Catherine, Gilmore, John, Mary, Leonidas, Margaret, Silas & Clifton Thompson. Silas Thompson served in Co. E, 35th Indiana Infantry from 1861 to 1865.
I am looking for any information on the parents John G. Thompson and Elizabeth Story. Particularly where exactly they were born and who were their parents. Thanks very much for any help.

Peter A. Thompson
606 South Alba Circle
Mesa, AZ 85204
Email Address: police_attorney@hotmail.com

Ancestry Library Edition Workshop in Noblesville

The Hamilton East Public Library in Noblesville will hold a workshop on Wednesday, November 18 from 9:30 am to noon in their computer training room. This hands-on class will demonstrate how to use the Ancestry Library Edition genealogy database. Participants should bring information about their ancestors, as there will be time at the end of the workshop to work on their own research.

Registration is required--to register, visit the library's website, or contact their Outreach Department--phone (317) 776-6939. For more information about the workshop, contact the library's Indiana Room--phone (317) 770-3206.

Henry County Society Disbanded

The Henry County Genealogical Society has now disbanded. If anyone has questions about Henry County research, they can contact Lola Snyder--lljsnyder@verizon.net.

Query: MEDARIS/PIERCE

Looking for anything on my great grandfather. Willing to hire a researcher if need be.
I have him in the 1895 Iowa Census;
Jno. H. Medaris, born 1870, Indiana.

He was married to Clara Pierce and living in Des Moines, Polk County, Iowa with a young daughter, Marie Ione Medaris, b. July, 1894. He was dead by 1896 or 1897.

Looking for birth certificate or parents names etc. No idea what county or Town. Also have no marriage certificate or death certificate. His wife re-married in 1897 and is listed as Clara Medaris, 'widow' on the marriage certificate.

Is his name 'John' or 'Jonathan', and what does 'H' stand for?

Anything would be of help, especially tieing him in to some of the many Medaris family links in the State of Indiana. Might it be Owen County?

Thank you.
Long standing family mystery.
Name: Alan Gray Neumann
PO Box 31
Rhinecliff, NY 12574
Email Address: agn@netstep.net

Query: SONGER/NEWCOMBE of Delaware County

I have this photo that was taken May 30, 1937 in Albany, Delaware County, Indiana of Walter Manford Songer and Martha Newcombe. They appeared to be a couple in love.  Walter died at the age of 19.  He was a basketball star and played in many areas around Albany, but I don’t think he lived there. Martha would be around 85 years old. I would like to give this picture to her and talk about some old times with her.

I would appreciate anyone's help in trying to locate Martha Newcombe.

Margaret Songer Sherman
dinnerrsvp@aol.com

IGS Adds Elkhart County Database To Members-Only

The Indiana Genealogical Society has added a database for Elkhart County to the County Records section of the Members Only area:

--Directory of Businesses in Elkhart County, Indiana (1868)--a listing of business owners as included in a railroad and shipping directory.

This is a premium database, accessible only to IGS members. It is part of the 2 for 92 Project, where IGS will develop a minimum of two genealogical databases for each of the 92 counties in Indiana and post them to the Members Only area.

Governor Daniels Considering Merger of State Library & Archives

According to this article in today's Indianapolis Star, Governor Mitch Daniels is considering signing an executive order to merge several state agencies--including the Indiana State Library and Indiana State Archives--into one agency, an Indiana Department of Heritage. A bill concerning this merger was introduced in the Indiana General Assembly this spring but did not become law.

IGS Publishes Vermillion County 1890 Soldiers Enrollment List

The Indiana Genealogical Society has now published an index to the 1890 soldiers enrollment list for Vermillion County. It has been added to the other indexes that are available for purchase in the Shop section of the IGS website.

The soldiers enrollment lists enumerated the veterans of all past wars (including the Civil War) who were living in that county in 1890. If the veteran was deceased, the list included information on their widows and children. The Indiana Genealogical Society's indexes contain detailed information from these lists and are published on CD-ROM. IGS has compiled indexes for 65 counties thus far.

Hamilton County Society To Meet In Carmel

The Hamilton County Genealogical Society will meet on Wednesday, November 4 at 7 pm at the Clay Township building in Carmel, near Home Place. The public is welcome.

The society (formerly known as the North Indianapolis Area Genealogists) meets the first Wednesday of each month at 7 pm at the Clay Township building in Carmel.

Madison County Group To Meet in Elwood

The Elwood Pipecreek Genealogy Society of Elwood, Madison County, Indiana will meet on Thursday, November 19 at 7:30 pm in the Elwood Public Library. The public is welcome to attend.

Noblesville Library To Discuss Access To Public Records

The Hamilton East Public Library in Noblesville will host a roundtable in their genealogy classroom on Tuesday, November 10 from 2:15 to 3:15 pm. This month's roundtable will focus on access to public records. Come share your tales of woe as well as your stories of success in accessing public records in Indiana. For more information about the roundtable, please contact the library's Indiana Room--phone (317) 770-3206.

Probate Records Work Session - Thanks!

The Indiana Genealogical Society thanks all those who turned out yesterday for the work session on Hendricks County probate records at the Danville library. Volunteers came from as far away as Cincinnati and processed more than 175 cases. IGS hopes to schedule additional work sessions in 2010.

IGS Adds African-American Databases To Members-Only

The Indiana Genealogical Society has added databases to the African-American Records section of its Members Only area:

--African-American Veterans in Daviess County, Indiana (1890)
--African-American Veterans in Henry County, Indiana (1890)
--African-American Veterans in Ohio County, Indiana (1890)

These databases were compiled from the 1890 soldiers enrollment lists for the respective counties. They are premium databases, accessible only to IGS members. There are over 190 databases in the Members Only area.

Allen County Library To Discuss Online Newspaper Resources

The Allen County Public Library in Fort Wayne will present a lecture, "Newspaper Searching with Ancestry's Historical Newspapers and Newspaper Archive," on Wednesday, November 11 at 2:30 pm in Meeting Room C of the library. As part of the library's WinterTech lecture series, Delia Cothrun-Bourne will discuss two of the online resources that the library's Genealogy Center offers for searching newspapers throughout the United States. To register, phone (260) 421-1225 or e-mail genealogy@acpl.info.

IGS Adds Hendricks County Probate Records to Members-Only

The Indiana Genealogical Society has added the first few digital files of Hendricks County probate records to the County Records section of Members Only. The probate records for Hendricks County for 1824-1930 are being preserved and digitized by the Indiana Genealogical Society for the Records Preservation Project.

NOTE: This database is in progress and more entries will be added over time. It is a free database, available to the public.

Volunteers are needed to help edit the digital files using software such as Adobe Photoshop Elements. For more information, please contact Shirley Richison Fields--richison@me.com

Probate Records Work Session in Hendricks County

This Saturday, October 17, the Indiana Genealogical Society will host an all-day work session at the Danville Public Library to work on Hendricks County probate records. This is for the society's Records Preservation Project, which is preserving and digitizing Hendricks County's probate packets for 1824-1930.

At the work session volunteers will be unfolding and organizing the contents of the packets into folders. The session will be held from 9 am to 5 pm, but volunteers are welcome to drop in at any time and stay for as little or as long as they like. They can also bring a bag lunch or go out for lunch. Sign up through the Events Calendar on the library's website, or by contacting the library's Indiana Room--phone (317) 745-2604.

IGS Adds Cemetery Database To Members-Only

The Indiana Genealogical Society has added another cemetery database to the County Records section of its Members Only:

Allen County
--Index of Bethel Baptist Cemetery, Allen County, Indiana

This is a free database that was donated by Jim Cox and Penny L. North.

The Indiana Genealogical Society now has over 190 databases in the Members Only area of its website. More databases will be added over time.

Query: SMITH/ROSE/ROBERTS/ROBERT of Laporte County

I am searching for my grandfather, Francis Smith. His obituary in the Great Bend Tribune says he was born in LaPorte, Indiana on April 10, 1874. He worked as a carpenter, traveling the country, and came to Kansas where he helped build many of the houses in Ellinwood. He came to help my great-grandfather, Charles Rose, build his house at Raymond, KS. This is where he met my grandmother. They were married and had 3 children. I have found his record in 1930 at Raymond, Ks with my grandmother on the U.S. Federal Census. But other than that I can't find any real firm information on him. He died on June 21, 1934 at Raymond and was buried at the Lakin-Commanche Cemetery in Ellinwood, KS. His obituary says he had 2 brothers and 1 sister in Indiana.

We were always told that he had changed his name, but my Mom and Grandma didn't say much otherwise. I had been doing some research on the Rose side of the family and took it out to my uncle. He gave me a picture of my grandpa Smith on a tractor and binder. That's the only picture we have of him. He also told me a story he recalled that Francis had changed his name (probably from Roberts or something like that) when he was 14. Something happened with his family and some farmland was given or sold to someone else, rather than to Francis and/or his brother(s). He then changed his name to Francis Smith and worked throughout the country as a carpenter.

The 1930 Census says that the marriage in 1927 was his 1st. I've searched through many census records and can't find any Francis Smith/Roberts/Robert that is a carpenter and isn't married. We don't know his parents or siblings first names either.

I have a copy of their Marriage Certificate from 1927, but that's all. Sometime, I want to go to Topeka to see if I can get a copy of the Death Certificate in case it may reveal a little more information.

Please let me know if there's any place else I could search for information. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks very much,
Jim Loesch
Postal Address: 716 N Oak
Hoisington, KS 67544
jloesch75@hotmail.com

Query: HORWELL Of White County

I am trying to trace a William Henry Horwell, who was born in England 29/9/1862 and died in Wolcott, White County, Indiana 22/4/1936. He married an unknown in Watseka, Iroquois County, Illinois. He had at least one son named Charles Henry Horwell, born 6/8/1893 in Piper City, Ford County, Illinois. By his date of birth and his marriage I know he emigrated to the United States sometime between 1862 and 1890. I know this is a large time frame but if anyone can help a confused Kiwi Boy it would be great.

Roy Horwell, New Zealand
35 BURROWS STREET
BLUFF,9814
SOUTHLAND, SOUTH ISLAND, NEW ZEALAND
horwell@thelazyfish.co.nz

Query: WARD/SMITH/PARKER of St. Joseph County

I am looking for confirmation of my great grandmother's parents. My great grandmother's name is Emma Leona Ward and was born in St. Joseph County (South Bend) Indiana on May 1, 1881. I believe her parents to be Lilly Smith and Nathan Ward, who married sometime in 1880 in St. Joseph County and divorced shortly after. I am unable to find a census to confirm their cohabitation and child. Lilly Smith later married a man named William Parker who immigrated to Canada in 1900. They are listed on the 1901 Canadian Census as living beside Emma and her husband. Any confirmation that Lilly Smith and Nathan Ward were actually her parents would be greatly appreciated!!

Sincerely,
Carolin Harris
282 King St,
Amherstburg, Ontario
N9V 2C6 Cananda
carharr@hotmail.com

Query: BUTLER/BEATTY of Wayne, Marion and Shelby Counties

My great great uncle James Butler married Mary Beatty October 15, 1885 in Richmond, Wayne County, Indiana. He was a widower, born in New York in 1857. His parents were from Ireland. In 1900 James and Mary were in Shelbyville, Shelby County, Indiana, and in 1910 and 1920 they were in Ward 13, Indianapolis, Marion County, Indiana. In the 1917 city directory for Indianapolis, Mary is listed as married, but James is not with them. We are not sure what happened. James' great-grandson and I would like to find out when he died (we think Indianapolis is likely) and how and what was going on.  Any help or suggestions anyone could give would be wonderful.

Thank you so much.
Kathleen Baxter
50 94th Circle NW #201
Minneapolis, MN 55448
kathybaxter@gmail.com

Query: Posey County School Pictures

I am looking for old photographs of the elementary schools I attended from 1946-1954.   They were Hartman & Martin public schools in Marrs Township, Posey County, Indiana. Please direct me to the appropriate resource. Thank you kindly.

Patricia A. Richards
35636 Clubber Court
Zephyrhills, FL 33541-8619
peppermint2846@hotmail.com

Query: Owen County Book

I am looking for the book called Owen County Cousins. Please send information to my e-mail address which is WINCHIME20006@aol.com

Thank you kindly,
Jeanne Ambriz
907 Manilton Ave.
Cent, WA 98531
WINCHIME20006@aol.com

Query: Adoption in Marion County

My dad was adopted in Marion County, Indiana around the time of his birth in 1920 and no one in the family knows much about his real birth mother and he never talked about what he might or might not have known.  He died in 1991, so my question is how do I go about finding these records? Thanks.

Dana Curts
Facilities Service Engineer, UCLA
(310) 267-2681

Query: Runnels Station

I would like to find out if there was a location, town, township etc in Indiana by the name of Runnels Station.

Lucretia Morales
P.O. Box 831
Chico, TX 76431
lucretia56@hotmail.com

Query: OHMIE/BAUCH of Benton and Jasper Counties

I’m looking for information on Wilhelm Freiedrich Ohmie married Karaline Katharine Helene Bauch in Germany in 1883. They immigrated to the US and arrived February 6, 1884 at the Port of Baltimore. They settled in Gilo Township in Benton County, Indiana. Their first child was born May 2, 1894, Heinrich August Ohmie. They may have been tenant farmers. Wilhelm applied for Naturalization papers on October 13, 1886. They relocated in Remington in Jasper County prior to 1886. It is believed there was a child born that died in 1886 or 1887 because Maria Anna Ohmie was born April 9, 1888 and it was recorded as the 3rd child. Maria Anna was delivered by M. F. Reigle in Remington. The fourth child Johann Deitrich Ohmie was born Jan 23, 1880 in Remington. They may have been tenant farmers there also. It is believed they left the area around 1891 after the harvest. I have been given this information and need to know how to verify it with documentation. Or where and when the 2nd child was born, lived, died and buried.

Can someone help me or guide me? Provide charges? I have a map that shows where the property was and itemized chattel mortgages applied for and what was held as collateral.

Sharon Lee Smith
121 Lynn Ave.
Clearwater, Fl 33755-3645
727-644-5841
slsmith71@yahoo.com

Query: BURK of Monroe County

My Great Great Grandmother, Bridget Burk was born Dec. 25,
1851 in Bloomington, Monroe County, Indiana. The next child, Margaret Burk
was born in Jones County, Iowa  in 1854. The last child, John Burk was also born in Jones County, Iowa in 1859.
The following year, the Father, John Burk died in Feb. 1860.
The Iowa Census stated that the parents were married in New York State.

I do not know which ship they arrived on from Ireland.
They were both Roman Catholic.
I have the pew from the church they went to at Baldwin Holy
Trinity Catholic Church- Jackson Co, Iowa.
How much for a researcher

MARY CECELIA (KEHOE) PETERSON
Postal Address: 7060 Garden Grove Blvd
Westminster, California 92683
1-800-821-8181 11:00-5:00 Mon-Fri
Email Address: a1a911@aol.com

Allen County Society To Discuss Civil War

The Allen County Genealogical Society of Indiana will meet on Wednesday, November 11 at 7 pm in Meeting Room A of the Allen County Public Library in Fort Wayne. In honor of Veterans Day, Bill Crane, co-author of First Flag on the Summit, will present a program on the history of the 15th Indiana Civil War Regiment. The meeting is open to visitors as well as members and gathering time starts at 6:30 pm.

Tippecanoe County Society To Discuss Pennsylvania Research

The Tippecanoe County Area Genealogy Society (TIPCOA) will meet on Wednesday, November 11 at 7 pm at the Tippecanoe Arts Federation (638 North St., Lafayette IN). Peggy Reen will present a program about researching in Pennsylvania. The meeting is open to the public.

IGS Updates African-American Settlements Database

The Indiana Genealogical Society has updated the database, Individuals Associated with Indiana’s African-American Settlements (1817-1930) in the African-American Records section of Members-Only. This database is being compiled by Dawne Slater-Putt, CG and is part of a larger effort to study Indiana’s African-American settlements from their earliest days through about 1930.

The database includes the individual’s name, approximate year of birth and date of death (if known), and the names of the townships and counties with which the individual was associated. Women are cross-referenced under their maiden names. The database also includes links (when available) to newspaper articles and tombstone photos.

This database is free and is being shared with the Indiana Genealogical Society and the Allen County Public Library's Genealogy Center. It will be updated as time permits. So far there are over 4,000 entries in the database.

IGS Publishes Starke County 1890 Soldiers Enrollment List

The Indiana Genealogical Society has now published an index to the 1890 soldiers enrollment list for Starke County. It has been added to the other indexes that are available for purchase in the Shop section of the IGS website.

The soldiers enrollment lists enumerated the veterans of all past wars (including the Civil War) who were living in that county in 1890. If the veteran was deceased, the list included information on their widows and children. The Indiana Genealogical Society's indexes contain detailed information from these lists and are published on CD-ROM. IGS has compiled indexes for 64 counties thus far.

Roof Leaking At Indiana State Archives

The Indianapolis Star has an article in today's edition about the Indiana State Archives and a series of leaks it has experienced recently because of its roof. The article also details the lack of money allocated in the state budget for the State Archives, including the amount that would be needed to replace the roof.

Boone County Library To Host Grandparents' Show & Tell

The Lebanon Public Library will hold a program, "Grandma, You Rock!" on Monday, October 26 from 10:30 am to noon in the library's Ralph W. Stark Heritage Center. Grandparents will do a "show and tell" for children of all ages, sharing stories and memories about the good old days. This program is free but registration is required--to register, phone (765) 482-3460 ext. 261.

IGS Adds Databases To Members-Only

The Indiana Genealogical Society has added several databases to the Members Only area of its website:

Church Records
--Clergy of Indiana Diocese, Episcopal Church (1838-1888)--a listing of Episcopal clergy as found in an annual journal.

College Records
--Faculty of Muncie Normal Institute, Muncie (1915)--a listing of teachers as found in a school yearbook. This database includes photos of the teachers. Muncie Normal Institute later became Ball State University.

County Records
--Directory of Businesses in Orange County, Indiana (1868)
--Directory of Businesses in Ripley County, Indiana (1868)

NOTE: These 2 databases are a listing of business owners for the respective counties, as included in a railroad and shipping directory. They are part of the 2 for 92 Project, where IGS will develop a minimum of two genealogical databases for each of the 92 counties in Indiana and post them to the Members Only area.

Military Records
--Indianapolis Water Company Employees Serving In World War II (1940-1945)--information extracted from issues of an employee newsletter.

These are all premium databases, accessible only to IGS members. The Indiana Genealogical Society now has over 185 databases in the Members Only area of its website. More databases will be added over time.

Allen County Library To Discuss Underground Railroad

The Allen County Public Library in Fort Wayne will host a program, "Sources for Researching Abolitionists and the Underground Railroad in Northeastern Indiana," on Wednesday, October 28 from 10 to 11 am in Meeting Room A. Peggy Seigel will focus on resources available at the library for researching the underground railroad in Fort Wayne, including the religious and political leaders. To register, e-mail genealogy@acpl.info or call (260) 421-1225.

IGS Adds October Newsletter To Members-Only

The Indiana Genealogical Society has now added the October 2009 issue of the IGS Newsletter to the IGS Records section of Members Only. The issue contains the latest "Once A Hoosier..." entries and queries, as well as information on the various events around the state celebrating October as Family History Month.

The newsletter is a premium database and is accessible only to IGS members.

African American Group To Discuss Sanborn Maps

The Indiana African American Genealogy Group will meet on Saturday, October 17 from noon to 3 pm at the Indiana State Library in Indianapolis. Kristi Palmer will present a program on Sanborn Maps from noon to 1:30 pm, and from 1:40 to 3 pm there will be a Sankofa session (Sankofa is an Andrinka symbol meaning to reach back and learn). The public is welcome to attend. For more information, please contact indplsaagenegroup@yahoo.com.

Boone County Genealogical Society To Meet in Lebanon

The Boone County Genealogical Society will meet on Tuesday, October 27 from 6:30 to 8 pm in the Ralph W. Stark Heritage Center of the Lebanon Public Library. Jamey Hickson will present a program, "Give My Respects To All Who Inquire," about her Hoosier Civil War ancestor. The public is invited to attend.

Marriage Indexing: Progress Report

The latest progress report for the Indiana Marriage Indexing Project shows that volunteers have completed the batches of records that were available for Carroll County and have almost finished the batches available for Ohio County. They have also started indexing the records available for Boone County and Harrison County:

Allen County (1811-1959)--57.17% complete
Benton County (1811-1959)--19.40% complete
Boone County (1811-1959)--2.74% complete
Harrison County (1811-1959)--5.27% complete
Ohio County (1811-1959)--99.69% complete

More volunteers are always welcome!

Allen County Library To Discuss Periodical Source Index (PERSI)

The Allen County Public Library in Fort Wayne will host a program, "Using PERSI (Periodical Source Index)," on Tuesday, October 27 from 10 to 11 am in the Computer Classroom. Delia Cothrun Bourne will show tips and tricks for finding genealogy and local history articles. Seating is limited. To register, e-mail genealogy@acpl.info or call (260) 421-1225.

Query: Del Carbo, Indiana

I have a relative that was born in Del Carbo, IN in 1901. However I have not been able to locate what county Del Carbo is in. Can anyone help me?
Thanks in advance
Roy Montgomery
montgomery@cvm.msstate.edu

Query:BECK/TRAVIS/WATSON/HAYMAKER of Morgan and Johnson Counties

Looking for information on the parents of Toka Viola Beck b. 15 Sept 1868, IN d. 1 Feb 1954 Morgan Co., IN. She is found living with her aunt Elma Beck Travis b. 1843 IN. In 1880 White River, Johnson County, IN. Elma Beck is the daughter of Gotlieb Beck born 1811 Germany, of White River, Johnson Co., IN
Toka Viola Beck married Andrew Watson then married Albert Haymaker in 1893 IN. She has a brother named Lewis Beck b 1870 IN. and a possible brother named Samuel Beck that moved to OK before 1910.
Michelle Seifried
19238 Amy
Porter, TX 77365
michelleseifried@gmail.com

Query: ROBERTS/MILLER/DURNIL of Harrison and Washington Counties

I am trying to find the Will of a John T. Roberts b. 22 Nov 1779 in Surry Co., NC, d 20 Sept 1852 in Martinsburg, Washington Co., IN. My ancestor is William Mill Creek Roberts who lived in Harrison Co., IN and married a Nancy Miller, 2 Mar 1830 and had 4 or 5 children born in Harrison Co. The family later moved to CA. I'm trying to establish that John T. and Ester Durnil were the parents of William M.C. Roberts.
Any help is Greatly Appreciated.
Thanks
Bonnie Karlyle
335 W Elmwood Ave
Burbank, CA 91506
bkarlyle@hotmail.com

Query: FAILOR of Stark County Ohio and Jefferson County IN

I'm trying to locate the location of burial for Charles Failor. He was born about 1843 in Stark County, Ohio, and died in 1863 in Madison, Jefferson County, IN. Charles was a Civil War Veteran, wounded in action, he was returned home to Madison where he died from his injuries.

Thanks for any information,
Tom Mason
1205 Echo St NE
Canton, OH 44721
tmason4@neo.rr.com

Query: WRIGHT of Wayne County

I'm trying to locate information on my Aunt Mary Wright. She lived in Richmond, Wayne County, IN. She died in the 1950's. I'm trying to pinpoint her date of death. I'm assuming she is buried in Richmond. Her spouse was John Wright.
Thanks for any help you can give me.
Joyce Fowler
jlfow@aol.com

Query: LOVE/GILLIBRAND/TAYLOR

Granville Love married Nancy Jane Gillibrand in Indiana. Nancy was the daughter of John and Elizabeth (Taylor) Gillibrand who were both born in England 1812-1822. I'm looking for any information on these Love, Gillibrand and Taylor families in Indiana. Any help is greatly appreciated.

Betty Laresen Berentson
3504 Seattle Hill Rd. #2
Mill Creek, WA 98012
berentson@comcast.net

IGS Publishes Vigo County 1890 Soldiers Enrollment List

The Indiana Genealogical Society has now published an index to the 1890 soldiers enrollment list for Vigo County. It has been added to the other indexes that are available for purchase in the Shop section of the IGS website.

The soldiers enrollment lists enumerated the veterans of all past wars (including the Civil War) who were living in that county in 1890. If the veteran was deceased, the list included information on their widows and children. The Indiana Genealogical Society's indexes contain detailed information from these lists and are published on CD-ROM. IGS has compiled indexes for 63 counties thus far.

Boone County Library To Discuss Family Reunions

The Lebanon Public Library will hold a program, "Making The Most of Family Reunions," on Thursday, October 15 from 6:30 to 7:30 pm in the library's Ralph W. Stark Heritage Center. Jamey Hickson and Sandy Isenhour will share their experiences as family reunion coordinators and offer tools for you to use when planning your next family reunion. This program is free but registration is required--to register, phone (765) 482-3460 ext. 261.

Allen County Library To Discuss Fort Wayne Cemetery

The Allen County Public Library in Fort Wayne will host a program, "Lindenwood Cemetery," on Saturday, October 24 from 10 to 11 am in Meeting Room A. John Beatty will talk about the history of the Lindenwood Cemetery in Fort Wayne, which dates back to the 1850's, and the records that are available to trace ancestors buried there. To register, e-mail genealogy@acpl.info or call (260) 421-1225.

Allen County Library To Discuss Luxembourg Research

The Allen County Public Library in Fort Wayne will host a program, "Luxembourg Ancestry," on Friday, October 23 from 2 to 3 pm in Meeting Room A. Cynthia Theusch will talk about the resources for finding ancestors from Luxembourg, including the fact that some elusive German ancestors may actually have been from Luxembourg. To register, e-mail genealogy@acpl.info or call (260) 421-1225.

Kokomo Library To Host Genealogy Basics Workshop

The Genealogy & Local History Department of the Kokomo-Howard County Public Library  will hold a genealogy workshop on Wednesday, October 28 from 6 to 9 pm. To register for the workshop, contact Marcia Ford--e-mail mford@khcpl.org.

IGS Adds Clinton County Database to Members-Only

The Indiana Genealogical Society has added a database for Clinton County to the County Records section of its Members Only area:

--Graduates of Kirklin High School, Clinton County, Indiana (1901-1927)--alumni of Kirklin High School for the years 1901-1927, along with their residence as of 1927, as listed in a yearbook. Kirklin High School was later consolidated into Clinton Central High School.

This is a premium database, accessible only to IGS members. It is part of the 2 for 92 Project, where IGS will develop a minimum of two genealogical databases for each of the 92 counties in Indiana and post them to the Members Only area.

Boone County Library To Demonstrate Genealogy Software

The Lebanon Public Library will hold a class on Family Tree Builder software on Tuesday, October 13 from 6:30 to 7:30 pm in the library's Ralph W. Stark Heritage Center. Kevin Pleasant will offer instruction in how to use the software, which is free and produced by MyHeritage.com. Family Tree Builder software includes charts and maps and support for private family websites. This class is free but registration is required--to register, phone (765) 482-3460 ext. 261.

Allen County Computer Interest Group To Meet

The Allen County Genealogical Society of Indiana's Computer Interest Group will meet on Wednesday, October 21 at 7 pm in Meeting Room B of the Allen County Public Library in Fort Wayne. The meeting is open to the public.

IGS Publishes LaGrange County 1890 Soldiers Enrollment List

The Indiana Genealogical Society has now published an index to the 1890 soldiers enrollment list for LaGrange County. It has been added to the other indexes that are available for purchase in the Shop section of the IGS website.

The soldiers enrollment lists enumerated the veterans of all past wars (including the Civil War) who were living in that county in 1890. If the veteran was deceased, the list included information on their widows and children. The Indiana Genealogical Society's indexes contain detailed information from these lists and are published on CD-ROM. IGS has compiled indexes for 62 counties thus far.

Hamilton County Library To Demonstrate Genealogy Databases

The Hamilton East Public Library in Noblesville will hold a workshop on Wednesday, October 28 from 9:30 am to noon in their computer training room. This hands-on class will demonstrate how to use 3 genealogy databases--Heritage Quest Online, New England Ancestors and Footnote.com. Participants should bring information about their ancestors, as there will be time at the end of the workshop to work on their own research. Registration is required--to register, visit the library's website, or contact their Outreach Department--phone (317) 776-6939. For more information about the workshop, contact the library's Indiana Room--phone (317) 770-3206.

Northwest Indiana Society To Discuss Funeral Home Records

The Northwest Indiana Genealogical Society will meet on Saturday, October 17 at 10 am at the Lake County Public Library in Merrillville. A representative from a local funeral home will present a program on "Funeral Home Records." The meeting is open to the public. The society represents the interests of genealogists in Lake County and Porter County.

Allen County Library To Discuss Ellis Island

The Allen County Public Library in Fort Wayne will host a program, "The Ellis Island Experience," on Monday, October 19 from 2 to 3 pm in Meeting Room A. Melissa Shimkus will discuss the myth of our ancestors' arrivals in America and what their first experiences were like. To register, e-mail genealogy@acpl.info or call (260) 421-1225.

Allen County Library To Discuss Ancestry.com

The Allen County Public Library in Fort Wayne will host a program, "Searching Ancestry.com," on Thursday, October 22 from 10 to 11 am in the Computer Classroom. Melissa Shimkus will show you new strategies to improve your searches and help you begin uncovering your family's past. Seating is limited. To register, e-mail genealogy@acpl.info or call (260) 421-1225.

Allen County Library To Discuss Scrapbooking

The Allen County Public Library in Fort Wayne will host a program, "Heritage Scrapbooking: Preserving Historical Photographs and Memorabilia," on Saturday, October 17 from 10 to 11 am in Meeting Room A. Dawne Slater-Putt will dsicuss how to organize your historical photos and other memorabilia into a scrapbook and the materials that can be used. To register, e-mail genealogy@acpl.info or call (260) 421-1225.

Allen County Society To Discuss African-American Research

The Allen County Genealogical Society of Indiana will meet on Wednesday, October 14 at 7 pm in Meeting Room A of the Allen County Public Library in Fort Wayne. Roberta F. Ridley will give a program about how to do African-American research. Members and visitors alike are welcome.

Allen County Library To Discuss Swiss Research

The Allen County Public Library in Fort Wayne will host a program, "Swiss Genealogical Records," on Friday, October 16 from 10 to 11 am in Meeting Room A. John Beatty will give an overview of how to find your ancestors in Switzerland and give examples from major record sources. To register, e-mail genealogy@acpl.info or call (260) 421-1225.

Beginning Genealogy Class in Merrillville

The Northwest Indiana Genealogical Society will hold a beginners genealogy class on Saturday, October 24 from 9:30 am to 1 pm at the Lake County Public Library in Merrillville. For more information, please e-mail Marlene Polster. The society represents the interests of genealogists in Lake County and Porter County.

Northwest Indiana Society Adds Lake County Databases

The Northwest Indiana Genealogical Society has added some Lake County databases to their website:

--Index to Will Book "A", Lake County, Indiana--this is an index to the first will book for the county, and it covers the years 1839-1870. There is also a form provided for you to order a copy of the will directly from the county.
--Boyd Home Tourist Records, Merrillville, Lake County, Indiana--this is an index of the guest register for the Boyd Home in Merrillville. The guest register provides a record of the names and hometowns of those travelers who spent a night in Merrillville, Indiana, as they journeyed along the Lincoln Highway in the late 1920's and early 1930's.

These databases are located in the Online Archives section of the society's website and are free to the public. 

Hamilton County Library To Discuss Cemeteries

The Hamilton East Public Library in Noblesville will hold a class on Saturday, October 24 from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm in their North Meeting Room. You'll learn about different types of cemeteries and the records that are available, as well as what the symbols on tombstones mean. The class is ideal for both beginning researchers as well as those who are more experienced. Registration is required--to register, visit the library's website, or contact their Outreach Department--phone (317) 776-6939. For more information about the class, contact the library's Indiana Room--phone (317) 770-3206.

Allen County Library To Discuss Photo Restoration

The Allen County Public Library in Fort Wayne will host a program, "Adobe Photoshop: Photo Restoration For Beginners," on Tuesday, October 20 from 10 am to noon in Meeting Room A. Kay Spears will show you basic techniques in Adobe Photoshop to restore old photographs. To register, e-mail genealogy@acpl.info or call (260) 421-1225.

Allen County Library To Discuss Family Histories

The Allen County Public Library in Fort Wayne will host a program, "Being Creative With Your Family History," on Thursday, October 15 from 10 to 11 am in Meeting Room A. Cynthia Theusch will show creative ways to present the history of your family, including gift ideas for family members. To register, e-mail genealogy@acpl.info or call (260) 421-1225.

Research Lock-In At Kokomo Library

The Genealogy & Local History Department of the Kokomo-Howard County Public Library will hold a research lock-in on Friday, October 23 from 5:30 pm to midnight. There is a fee to attend, which includes a buffet dinner and door prizes. Registration opens on September 23. For information on fees, and to register, please contact Marcia Ford--e-mail mford@khcpl.org.

Franklin County Society to Discuss Utopian Society

The Franklin County Historical Society will meet on Tuesday, October 13 at The Hermitage (650 E. 8th St., Brookville IN). Local historian Susan Knight will present a program, "Manchester Social Improvement Society," about the Utopian society in Whitewater Township in the early 1800's. Dinner will begin at 6 pm and the program will begin at 7 pm. Dinner is $10 per person and reservations must be made before October 9. To make a reservation, contact Martha Shea--phone (765) 647-5182.

Allen County Library To Discuss Female Ancestors

The Allen County Public Library in Fort Wayne will host a program, "Discovering Your Female Ancestors," on Monday, October 12 from 2 to 3 pm in Meeting Room A. Melissa Shimkus will discuss how to search for female ancestors who are often "hidden" in records. To register, e-mail genealogy@acpl.info or call (260) 421-1225.

Allen County Library To Discuss Catholic Records

The Allen County Public Library in Fort Wayne will host a program, "Historical and Genealogical Resources of the Catholic Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend," on Sunday, October 11 from 1 to 2 pm in Meeting Room A. Janice Cantrell will give an overview of the records and resources that are available from the northeastern Indiana Diocese. To register, e-mail genealogy@acpl.info or call (260) 421-1225.

Northwest Indiana Society To Meet in Valparaiso

The Northwest Indiana Genealogical Society will meet on Saturday, September 19 at 10 am at the Porter County Public Library in Valparaiso. Society President Sally Phillips will present a program on "Little Used Resources." The meeting is open to the public. The society represents the interests of genealogists in Lake County and Porter County.

IGS Publishes September Issue of Indiana Genealogist

The Indiana Genealogical Society recently mailed the September 2009 issue of Indiana Genealogist to its members. It contains:

• School lists for Cass County and Daviess County
• Juror lists for Lake County and Marion County
• Profiles of Indiana Civil War soldiers that were proven as ancestors by Society of Civil War Families of Indiana members
• Biographies and photos of soldiers in the 99th Indiana Infantry
• Former residents of Indiana who were buried in Carson City, Nevada
• An article by Randi Richardson (Indiana County Genealogist for Monroe County) about Hattie Moss Dunihoo, a Monroe County resident who was placed in the Indiana Soldiers' and Sailors' Children's Home in Knightstown, Indiana.
• An IN-GENious! column by Annette Harper on the use of newspaper sources to find the grandfather of Luther Martin of Jefferson County.

Submissions with an Indiana connection are always welcome.  Articles that are submitted may be eligible for the Elaine Spires Smith Family History Writing Award, which includes $500. For more information, see http://www.indgensoc.org/publications/quarterly.php

Madison County Group To Meet in Elwood

The Elwood Pipecreek Genealogy Society of Elwood, Madison County, Indiana will meet on Thursday, October 15 at 7:30 pm in the Elwood Public Library. The public is welcome to attend.

Franklin County Library To Host Program on Local Legends

The Brookville Public Library in Franklin County will host a program on Wednesday, October 21 at 6:30 pm about spooky local legends and ghost stories.

IGS Newsletter Reminder

A reminder that the Indiana Genealogical Society's a newsletter, IGS Newsletter, is no longer mailed out, but is instead published in the Members Only of the IGS website. You must be logged in--visit the IGS Records section of Members Only. The newsletter is added at the beginning of February, April, June, August, October and December. The 2009 issues can be downloaded to your computer or printed out for your convenience.

Hamilton County Library To Discuss Obituaries

The Hamilton East Public Library in Noblesville will host a roundtable in their genealogy classroom on Tuesday, October 13 from 2:15 to 3:15 pm. This month's roundtable will focus on newspaper research and obituaries. Participants are invited to share any odd or unusual obituaries they have discovered, or write their own obituary and share it with the group. For more information about the roundtable, please contact the library's Indiana Room--phone (317) 770-3206.

Allen County Library To Discuss Searches on WeRelate

The Allen County Public Library in Fort Wayne will host a program, "WeRelate: Search/Browse," on Thursday, October 8 from 10 to 11 am in the Computer Classroom. Cynthia Theusch will show you how to search the pages on WeRelate to locate family members or resources. Participants should bring a list of individuals or families that they want to search. Seating is limited. To register, e-mail genealogy@acpl.info or call (260) 421-1225.

Allen County Library to Discuss Book Publishing

The Allen County Public Library in Fort Wayne will host a program, "Microsoft Word For Beginners," on Tuesday, October 13 from 10 am to noon in the Computer Classroom. Kay Spears will show you how to organize your family history into a printed book and how to manipulate photographs and images. Seating is limited. To register, e-mail genealogy@acpl.info or call (260) 421-1225.