Boone County Society To Discuss SAR

The Boone County Genealogical Society will meet on Tuesday, May 25 at 6:30 pm at the Thorntown Public Library. Charles Bragg will present a program about the Revolutionary War and the Sons of the American Revolution (SAR). The meeting is open to the public.

Noblesville Library To Discuss Military Records

The Hamilton East Public Library in Noblesville will hold a program, "Marching Through Military Records," on Saturday, May 22 from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm in the library's south meeting room. You'll learn about how to use military records such as pensions and service records to find information on your family. Registration is requested--register through the library's website, or call their Outreach Department at (317) 776-6939.

Noblesville Library To Demonstrate Heritage Quest Online

The Hamilton East Public Library in Noblesville will hold a program, "Using Heritage Quest Online," on Wednesday, May 26 from 9:30 am to noon in the library's computer training room. This is a hands-on class where the Heritage Quest Online database will be demonstrated. Participants should have basic computer skills and are encouraged to bring information on ancestors they wish to research, as there will be time at the end of the class. Registration is required--register through the library's website, or call their Outreach Department at (317) 776-6939.

Indianapolis To Host Cemetery Restoration Workshop

The Crown Hill Heritage Foundation will host a Cemetery Monument Restoration Workshop on Friday, June 4 from 9 am to 4 pm at Crown Hill Cemetery in Indianapolis. Jason Church, Materials Conservator at the National Center for Preservation Technology and Training, will give a series of instructional lectures and hands-on demonstrations of how to restore tombstones. Registration is $30, which includes lunch. To register, or for more information, please contact Marianne Randjelovic--phone (317) 920-4165; e-mail development@crownhill.org

Allen County Society To Discuss Organizing Your Research

The Allen County Genealogical Society of Indiana will meet on Wednesday, May 12 from 7 to 8:30 pm in Meeting Room A of the Allen County Public Library in Fort Wayne. Dawne Slater-Putt will present a program, "Organizing Information: Hard Copies, Computer Files, Pictures, Etc." The public is welcome.

Noblesville Library To Share Family History Projects

The Hamilton East Public Library in Noblesville will host a genealogy roundtable on Tuesday, May 11 from 2:15 to 3:15 pm in the library's genealogy classroom. This is an informal discussion group that meets monthly. This month's focus will be on family history projects, with guests asked to bring examples of either completed or in-progress projects about their family to share with the group. No registration is required.

State Library To Discuss Researching In Northeast

The Indiana State Library in Indianapolis will present a program, "But They Weren't From Indiana: Researching North East Genealogy," on Thursday, May 20 from 5:30 to 6:30 pm in the library's History Reference Room. Daina Bohr, Genealogy Collection Librarian, will discuss the library's resources for researching your ancestors from New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland and the District of Columbia. This is a free program--for more information, call (317) 232-3675.

IGS Adds African-American Databases for Spencer County and Vigo County

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

--African-American Veterans in Spencer County, Indiana (1890)
--African-American Veterans in Vigo 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 260 databases in the Members Only area, covering 56 counties. More databases will be added over time.

Allen County Library To Host Family History Preservation Program

As part of the American Library Association's Preservation Week, the Allen County Public Library in Fort Wayne will offer a program, "Preserving Your Family History: A Practical Overview," on Thursday, May 13 from 2 to 4:30 pm in the library's Globe Room. Curt Witcher will be the presenter. Part 1 will be on "Basic Information To Preserve, Conserve and Store Family Heirlooms & Documents"; Part 2 on "Writing & Recording Your Family Stories." To register, e-mail mailto:genealogy@acpl.info or call (260) 421-1225. For more information, visit http://www.acpl.lib.in.us/genealogy/programs.html

IGS Updates Indiana Orphans Database

The Indiana Genealogical Society has updated the Orphans in Indiana (1830's-1900's) database that is in the Miscellaneous Records section of Members Only.

This database was donated by Dawne Slater-Putt, CG and is being shared with the Allen County Public Library. It is an index of individuals who were raised by someone with a different surname than their own, using information culled from various sources (primarily published county histories and genealogical society periodicals). It is in progress and will be periodically updated.

This database is free to the public--no membership is required in order to view it.

The Indiana Genealogical Society has over 260 databases in the Members Only area, covering 55 Indiana counties. More databases will be added over time.

Kokomo Library To Hold DAR Workshop

The Kokomo-Howard County Public Library will hold a DAR Workshop on Thursday, May 20 from 5:30 to 7:30 pm. Members of the Daughters of the Revolution will provide information on the application process to join the DAR. For more information, please contact Marcia Ford--phone (765) 450-5885, e-mail mford@khcpl.org--or Mary Vande Lune--phone (765) 459-3403.

Allen County Library To Discuss Scanning Techniques

As part of the American Library Association's Preservation Week, the Allen County Public Library in Fort Wayne will offer a program, "Basics of Scanning," on Friday, May 14 from 2 to 3:30 pm in the library's Globe Room. Kay Spears will be the presenter (basic computer knowledge is helpful). To register, e-mail mailto:genealogy@acpl.info or call (260) 421-1225. For more information, visit http://www.acpl.lib.in.us/genealogy/programs.html

Query: THOMPSON/MILLER of Harrison County

Seeking information about the parents/family of (Catherine?) Agnes (Thompson) MILLER b. Ireland 1785 m. Henry MILLER 9 Feb 1801 Donegal, PA migrated to Harrison Co, IN ca.1813 d.15 Jan 1834 Corydon, IN. Any information about Henry & Agnes in IN would be great. Henry died 26 Dec 1860 in Harrison.
I am descended from Agnes & Henry Miller's daughter, Nancy J b.1807 Donegal, PA , m.3 Mar 1830 William Roberts in Harrison. They had 11 children in Harrison before migrating west.
Any source information about their marriage would also be helpful.
Beverly Vessa
3105 Corte Cabrillo
Aptos, CA 95003
baustin52@yahoo.com

Query: WALLACE/WALLIS/WALKER/ROBINISON/GRIMSLEY/COMER of Daviess and Knox Counites

Looking for parents of both JOSIAH WALLACE/WALLIS, his estate probated July 3,1819 Daviess Co. Indiana, married ELIZABETH MAGILL WALKER Daviess Co. Dec.16 1818 (she born TN per census)one child, born 1819-1820 JOSIAH WALLACE/WALLIS Guadian appointed was MICHAEL ROBINISON, Widow Elizabeth Wallace and a John Wallace were co-Admin. Widow remarried June 25 1829 Daviess Co Indiana to a William Sparks Young JOSIAH WALLACE married Anna Grimsley Feb. 6th 1844 Knox Co Indiana. (all documented) DNA links to Rev John Wallace(Rev War) who died Daviess Co. Indiana Aug 1822.. War 1812 a Josiah Wallace/Wallis Jr and a Josiah Wallace Sr served under a Captain Daniel Comer from Indiana Territory. Does anyone have documented info on these two Soldiers
Any info appreciated
Thank you
Marjorie Anderson
P.O. Box 1017
Lincoln City, Oregon 97367
marlloanders@charter.net

Query: COX/KING of Monroe County

Am trying to find marriage records from 1822 in Monroe Indiana. My direct grandparent Delilah Cox was married at age 18 to a John King, but need to determine if it was either John B King or John Wesley King. Hoping someone might be able to help? Thanks to anyone who can figure out this riddle!!!

Per various family trees on Ancestry.com, it seems consistent and trackable that she married A John King, just hoping to figure out which one. Relevant data for all 3 are included below - hope this helps

Delilah Cox,
Birth 1804 in Ross, Ohio, United States
Death 1884 in Little Elm, Denton, Texas, United States

John B King
Birth abt 1798 in Kentucky, United States
Death 1846 in Little Elm, Denton, Texas, USA

John Wesley King
Birth 20 Feb 1800 - 1810 (various dates) in Kentucky, United States
Death 1850

Gayle Carpentier
gaylesam@pacbell.net

State Library To Discuss German Research

The Indiana State Library in Indianapolis will present a program, "Have German Ancestors? Join The Klub!," on Wednesday, May 12 from 11 am to noon in the library's History Reference Room. Leigh Anne Johnson, Genealogy Collection Librarian, will discuss the resources for finding your German ancestors and tracing them back to their town of origin in Germany. This is a free program--for more information, call (317) 232-3675.

IGS Adds Tombstone Photos To Allen County Database

The Indiana Genealogical Society has added photos of over 500 tombstones to the Index of Nine Mile Cemetery, Allen County, Indiana, which is in the County Records section of Members Only.

The tombstone photos were donated by Jim Cox and Penny L. North. They are free to the public--no membership is required in order to view them.

The Indiana Genealogical Society has over 260 databases in the Members Only area of its website. More databases will be added over time.

Kokomo Library Sponsoring Research Trip To Fort Wayne

The Kokomo-Howard County Public Library's Genealogy & Local History Department is sponsoring a Research Trip to the Allen County Public Library in Fort Wayne on Saturday, May 8. Participants will depart from the Kokomo library (1234 Cortland St., Kokomo IN 46901) at 7:30 am and return to Kokomo at 8 pm. For more information, please contact Marcia Ford--phone (765) 450-5885, e-mail mford@khcpl.org

Allen County Library To Discuss Preservation Techniques

As part of the American Library Association's Preservation Week, the Allen County Public Library in Fort Wayne will offer a program, "Preservation Tips & Tools," on Tuesday, May 11 from 2 to 3 pm in the library's Globe Room. Rebecca Schipper will be the presenter. To register, e-mail genealogy@acpl.info or call (260) 421-1225. For more information, visit http://www.acpl.lib.in.us/genealogy/programs.html

Allen County Library To Discuss Ancestry.com

The Genealogy Center at the Allen County Public Library in Fort Wayne will hold a program, "Searching Ancestry.com," on Saturday, May 15 from 10 to 11 am in the library's Meeting Room A, as part of its Tree Talks Series. Delia Bourne will show you the tools to begin uncovering the secrets to your family’s past, improve your searches and find new strategies to maximize your results on Ancestry. For more information, visit http://www.acpl.lib.in.us/genealogy/programs.html. To register, call (260) 421-1225 or e-mail genealogy@acpl.info.

State Library To Discuss Kurt Vonnegut's Family

The Indiana State Library in Indianapolis will present a program, "The Liebers: An Indianapolis Family," on Wednesday, May 5 from 11 am to noon in the library's Indiana Authors Room. Brent Abercrombie, Manuscripts & Rare Books Collection Librarian, will discuss the Richard Lieber family, including the Vonneguts, and their contributions on the local and national levels. This is a free program--for more information, call (317) 232-3675.

IGS Bestows Writing Award

At the 2010 conference, the Indiana Genealogical Society announced that the 2009 recipient of the Elaine Spires Smith Family History Writing Award was Dawne Slater-Putt for her article, "Who Was Not Jessie's Father?". The article, which examined the potential fathers of Jessie Fordyce of Miami County, was published in the June 2009 issue of Indiana Genealogist. Click here to read a PDF of the article.

The Elaine Spires Smith Family History Writing Award includes $500. Submissions must be sent before December 31st.

Query: GOODWIN/GOODWINE/JOHNSON of Putman and Clark Counties

My Great Grandfather, John Warren Goodwin, was born in Jackson, Putnam County, Indiana in August, 22, 1844. He was the son of John C. (I believe, Clark) Goodwin and Everlina (Eveline, Avaline) Johnson Goodwin.

John Warren stated that his father, John C., was born in Kentucky (the birth year has ranged in records from 1807 to 1810); and, moved with his family at an early age to Clark County, Indiana.

He also stated that his mother, Everlina (Johnson), was born in Kentucky; and, also moved with her family at an early age to Indiana. However, the 1850 census record I found shows her as being born about 1811 in Indiana. (Since they were married in Clark County, I suppose that is where she was born--if the census record is correct.)

John C. and Everlina were married in Clark County April 22, 1830; and, sometime after this, moved to Putnam County, Indiana.

They had the following children:
Francis M.; Robert J.;Sarah E.; Clarinda J.; Permelia; John W. (my great grandfather); and, Anthony L.

Everlina died in Putnam County in August 24,1852. Her burial record lists her name as Avaline Goodwin.

John C. married Mary A. Case in Putnam County in Feb 1853; and, sometime after this, they moved to Grove Township, Jasper County, Illinois.

John C. and Mary A. Case had a daughter, Elisabeth, about 1860. (I don't know if Elisabeth was born in Putnam County, IN; or, Jasper County, IL.)

John C. died in Grove Township, Jasper County, Illinois in 1872.

Does any one know which of the many Goodwins in the Clark County area were the parents of John C. Goodwin. I have tried to match the early census records by gender and age of young male children; however, the Goodwins had HUGE families; and, most had young sons within that age range.

I have only found one Johnson listed in the early census records for Clark County. However, there were quite a few Johnstons listed; so, I am wondering if there was an error in spelling when the information was transcribed? I have found nothing on Everlina Johnson except a marriage record; the 1850 census which had her name as Eveline; and, the burial record which lists her as Avaline.

To make matters even more complicated, John Warren Goodwin insisted that he was of "German extraction". Goodwin is usually a English/Scot/Irish surname. Is it possible John C. Goodwin was actually a Goodwine; or, some other surname that had been changed?

I have become so frustrated that I have talked a younger brother into joining the Goodwin DNA project. This may not help either; unless, another participant is a match.

Any help and consideration will be greatly appreciated.

Kathleen Goodwin Scott
kathleen4500@yahoo.com

Query: HOLDER of Fayette County

I am looking for any newspaper articles in Connersville papers about the drowning of Clyde Holder age 12. He was missing on April 29, 1911 and the body was reported found on May 4-13. I have small articles from other papers but since it happened in Connersville I thought there might be more information in the local paper. He was my mother's cousin. Thank you for any information you might have.

Suzanne todd
871 Willow Creek Dr.
Akron OH 44333
suzanne.todd@usa.net

Query: COOPER/COX of Putnam County

Need information on John B Cooper born 1829 in Missouri, Died 1894 in Putnamville, IN
Married Lucy Cox in 1854.

Mildred Cooper
611 Gooseberry Lane
Greenwood Indiana 46143
robertcooper2003@sbcglobal.net

Query: FLETCHER/STONE of Greene and Monroe Counties

I am seeking information regarding Solomon (1787-1852) and Elizabeth Fletcher (1797-1890) Stone, who came from Surry Co., NC, in 1824, and settled in Greene Co., IN. Solomon & Elizabeth were both born in Surry Co., NC. Solomon died in Greene County, IN, and Elizabeth Fletcher Stone died in Monroe Co., IN. Their children were: Enoch S.(1812-1900), William (1814-1872), James A.(1816-1892), Solomon,Jr.(1817-1881), Sparkman(1819-1900), Elizabeth (1822-?), Nancy (1824-1893),Sarah Sallie(1825-1886), & John J. H. (1832-?).
Solomon seems to have disappeared. I have been to the homestead ruins, but have no tangible proof of his ever being in Greene Co., IN.
Thank you for your help.
Carolyn Stone Pennington
626 South River Street
Montgomery, Illinois 60538
penningtcs@aol.com

Noblesville Library To Discuss Immigration Research

The Hamilton East Public Library in Noblesville will hold a program, "Coming To America: Immigration and Naturalization Records," on Saturday, May 1 from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm in the library's north meeting room. You'll learn about immigration laws, passenger lists, and how to use the first and second papers of those who filed for citizenship. Registration is requested--register through the library's website, or call their Outreach Department at (317) 776-6939.

Allen County Library To Discuss Photo Restoration

As part of the American Library Association's Preservation Week, the Allen County Public Library in Fort Wayne will offer a program, "Photo Restoration Using Adobe Photoshop," on Monday, May 10 from 2 to 3:30 pm in the library's Globe Room. Kay Spears will be the presenter (basic computer knowledge is helpful). To register, e-mail mailto:genealogy@acpl.info or call (260) 421-1225. For more information, visit http://www.acpl.lib.in.us/genealogy/programs.html

Allen County Library To Offer Family History Mini-Course

The Genealogy Center at the Allen County Public Library in Fort Wayne will hold "Family History 101: A Two Day Mini-Course," from 9 am to 5 pm on Friday, June 18 and Saturday, June 19, part of its Tree Talks Series. Margery Graham, CG, and Steve Myers, MLS, will be the presenters. Each day will feature three lectures and some time to research and consult with Marge, Steve and the Genealogy Center staff. This workshop is an excellent way for the beginner to get started, or for newer researchers to review important concepts and sources. Attendees may bypass any individual session to take advantage of additional research and consultation time.

Lectures for Family History 101 will include census records, vital records (birth, marriage, death) and directories, maps and gazetteers. The registration fee for the Family History 101 mini-course is $50. Checks should be made payable to “ACPL Foundation” and mailed to: Genealogy Center, Allen County Public Library, P.O. Box 2270, Fort Wayne, IN 46801-2270.

For more information, visit http://www.acpl.lib.in.us/genealogy/programs.html.

IGS Adds April Newsletter To Members-Only

The Indiana Genealogical Society has now added the April 2010 issue of the IGS Newsletter to the IGS Records section of Members Only. The issue contains information on the grants that IGS recently awarded, and also features an article from IGS President Curt Witcher about how the society will be "going green" in 2011 with the electronic publication of Indiana Genealogist, the society's quarterly.

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

IGS Adds Adams County Database To Members-Only

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

Adams County:
--Index of Mount Hope/Willard Cemetery, Adams County, Indiana

This index was donated by Jim Cox and Penny L. North. It is free to the public--no member login is required in order to view it.

The Indiana Genealogical Society has 260 databases in the Members Only area, covering 55 Indiana counties. More databases will be added over time.

IGS Publishes Miami County 1890 Soldiers Enrollment List

The Indiana Genealogical Society has published an index to the 1890 soldiers enrollment list for Miami County. It is available for purchase in the Shop on 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 on CD-ROM. IGS has now published the indexes for 80 counties.

Photos from IGS Conference

The Indiana Genealogical Society thanks all who attended our conference last Saturday in Fort Wayne. Here are some photos from the event:

Shirley Richison Fields, Treasurer, and Marlene Polster, Corresponding Secretary, staffed an informational table about the society:

Vice-President Dawne Slater-Putt helped welcome conference attendees:

Honors & Awards Committee Chair Barbara Fitzpatrick and President Curt Witcher recognized Ron Darrah as a Fellow of IGS, the society's highest honor:

The Society of Civil War Families of Indiana inducted the members of its newest class. Left to right: Margery Graham, Sue Stetler, Sandra Bazman, Cindy Davidson and Donna K. Adams.

Honors & Awards Committee Chair Barbara Fitzpatrick and President Curt Witcher presented Tami K. Pelling with the award for Outstanding County Genealogical Contribution:

IGS Adds Huntington County Schools Database to Members-Only

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

Huntington County:
--Graduates of Banquo High School, Huntington County, Indiana (1897-1955)

This is a premium database, accessible only to IGS members. It was compiled from a booklet published by the school's alumni.

NOTE: This database was contributed by Ron Darrah for the 2 for 92 Project, where IGS aims to add at least 2 databases for each of Indiana's 92 counties.

The Indiana Genealogical Society has close to 260 databases in the Members Only area, covering 55 Indiana counties. 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 finished the available records for Clark, Clay, Dubois and Marshall counties, and have started working on the records that are available for DeKalb County:

--Daviess County (1811-1959)--55.90% complete
--DeKalb County (1811-1959)--6.75% complete
--Delaware County (1811-1959)--17.79% complete
--Harrison County (1811-1959)--99.92% complete

More volunteers are always welcome. 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, May 5 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 Updates African-American Settlements Database

The Indiana Genealogical Society has updated 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 9,000 entries in the database.

State Library To Discuss Microfilm Resources

The Indiana State Library in Indianapolis will present a program, "Genealogy Microform Collection," on Thursday, April 29 from 5:30 to 6:30 pm in the library's History Reference Room. Diane Sharp, Genealogy Collection Supervisor, will discuss the many microfilms and microfiche that are available in the library's Genealogy Collection and how they can enhance your research. This is a free program--for more information, call (317) 232-3675.

Pre-Registration Closed For IGS Conference

Pre-registration is closed for the Indiana Genealogical Society's Conference this Saturday at the Allen County Public Library in Fort Wayne. Registration at the door will be $40 each.

We look forward to seeing you this weekend!

Passenger Lists Workshop in Boone County

The SullivanMunce Cultural Center in Zionsville will host a workshop, "Using Passenger Lists In Your Genealogical Research," on Saturday, May 15 from 11:15 am to 12:15 pm. Betty Warren will show examples of ship manifests and discuss where to find indexes to these records. Registration is $10. Due to limited space, advance registration is required--to register, call (317) 873-4900 or e-mail bethk@sullivanmunce.org.

IGS Adds Indiana Orphans Database To Members-Only

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

--Orphans in Indiana (1830's-1900's)

This database was donated by Dawne Slater-Putt, CG and is being shared with the Allen County Public Library. It is an index of individuals who were raised by someone with a different surname than their own, using information culled from various sources (primarily published county histories and genealogical society periodicals). It is in progress and will be periodically updated.

This database is free to the public--no membership is required in order to view it.

The Indiana Genealogical Society has over 255 databases in the Members Only area, covering 55 Indiana counties. More databases will be added over time.

IGS Adds Indianapolis Schools Database to Members-Only

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

Marion County:
--Graduates of Arsenal Technical High School, Indianapolis (1915-1925)

This database was compiled from the school's yearbooks and commencement programs, and includes information on more than 3,900 graduates, dating back to the first graduating class in 1915. It is a premium database, accessible only to IGS members.

The Indiana Genealogical Society has over 255 databases in the Members Only area, covering 55 Indiana counties. More databases will be added over time.

State Library To Discuss Jim Jones

The Indiana State Library in Indianapolis will present a program, "Jim Jones and Jonestown," on Tuesday, April 20 from noon to 1 pm in the library's History Reference Room. Rachael Heger, Indiana Collection Supervisor, will discuss the Indiana connection of Jim Jones, who is best known for the deaths of 900 people in Jonestown, Guyana. This is a free program--for more information, call (317) 232-3675.

Immigration Research Workshop in Zionsville

The SullivanMunce Cultural Center in Zionsville will host a workshop, "Immigration Research and Resources," on Saturday, May 15 from 10 am to 11 am. Betty Warren will discuss the U.S. immigration laws from 1798 to 1991 and where to find immigration documents. Registration is $10. Due to limited space, advance registration is required--to register, call (317) 873-4900 or e-mail bethk@sullivanmunce.org.

State Library To Discuss Wills and Probates

The Indiana State Library in Indianapolis will present a program, "Wills and Probates: A Bonanza of Information for Genealogists," on Thursday, April 22 from 5:30 to 6:30 pm in the library's History Reference Room. Charles Hill, Genealogy Collection Librarian, will discuss wills and probate records, the types of information they contain, and the benefits for genealogists. This is a free program--for more information, call (317) 232-3675.

IGS Publishes Fayette County & Shelby County 1890 Soldiers Enrollment Lists

The Indiana Genealogical Society has published indexes to the 1890 soldiers enrollment lists for Fayette County and Shelby County. They have been added to the other indexes that are available for purchase in the Shop on 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 on CD-ROM. IGS has now published the indexes for 79 counties.

State Library To Discuss Indianapolis Architect Ralston

The Indiana State Library in Indianapolis will present a program, "Alexander Ralston: Architect of Indianapolis," on Wednesday, April 14 from 10 to 11 am in the library's Indiana Authors Room. Mark Vopelak, Manuscripts & Rare Books Collection Supervisor, will discuss Alexander Ralston, the Scottish-born architect who came to Indiana in 1815 and literally left his mark on the city. This is a free program--for more information, call (317) 232-3675.

IGS Publishes Lawrence County & St. Joseph County 1890 Soldiers Enrollment Lists

The Indiana Genealogical Society has published indexes to the 1890 soldiers enrollment lists for Lawrence County and St. Joseph County. They have been added to the other indexes that are available for purchase in the Shop on 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 on CD-ROM. IGS has now published the indexes for 77 counties.

Countdown To IGS Conference in Fort Wayne

The Indiana Genealogical Society's annual conference is just 7 days away. The conference will be on Saturday, April 10 from 9 am to 5 pm at the Allen County Public Library in Fort Wayne.

The conference theme is "Charting Our Course" and Dick Eastman of Eastman's Online Genealogy Newsletter will be the featured speaker, with various topics on aspects of technology. There will also be sessions on immigration records, photo restoration and digital projects.

Pre-registration for the conference is $30 for IGS members, $35 for non-members (registration at the door will be $40). You can register online directly at the IGS website, or download and print the registration form. Librarians can receive LEUs for attending the conference sessions.

One reason to get to Fort Wayne early: the library's Genealogy Center will be open extended hours--6 pm to midnight--on Friday, April 9, exclusively for conference attendees.

Anotehr reason to arrive a day early: the Indiana Genealogical Society will hold a seminar at the library on Friday, April 9 from 9 am to 4 pm. The seminar theme is "Preservation From The Bottom Up," with sessions on records preservation at the personal level, county level and archives level. Librarians can also receive LEUs for attending the seminar sessions. Pre-registration for the seminar is just $5 (or $7 at the door, if seating is still available). Visit the Seminar page for the registration form.

State Library To Discuss Family Papers

The Indiana State Library in Indianapolis will present a program, "Family Papers," on Thursday, April 15 from 5:30 to 6:30 pm in the library's History Reference Room. Marcia Caudell, Reference & Government Services Collection Librarian, will discuss the family papers that are in the library's Manuscripts and Rare Books Division, and how these papers can include valuable research materials such as family photographs and marriage certificates. This is a free program--for more information, call (317) 232-3675.

IGS Publishes More 1890 Soldiers Enrollment Lists

The Indiana Genealogical Society has published indexes to the 1890 soldiers enrollment lists for Rush County, Tippecanoe County, Tipton County and Union County. They have been added to the other indexes that are available for purchase in the Shop on 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 on CD-ROM. IGS has now published the indexes for 75 counties.

IGS Adds Adams County Database to Members-Only

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

Adams County:
--Index of 1840 Census for Adams County, Indiana

This index was donated by Jim Cox and Penny L. North. It is free to the public--no membership is required in order to view it.

The Indiana Genealogical Society has over 255 databases in the Members Only area, covering 55 Indiana counties. More databases will be added over time.

Allen County Cemetery Bought At Auction

According to this article in Fort Wayne's Journal-Gazette, the land believed to have been the site of the Evangelical Lutheran Church Cemetery in Adams Township, Allen County, Indiana was sold at an auction on March 23. The 5 acre site was thought to have been a cemetery in the mid-1800's, with about 40 burials, but little evidence remains today. Fort Wayne resident Don Stinson paid $10,000 at the auction for the land, and intends to restore the cemetery and then donate it to the Adams Township Trustee.

IGS Adds Databases To Members-Only

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

County Records
--Directory of Zionsville, Boone County, Indiana (1937)--a listing of the businesses and residents, as found in a city directory for 1937.

--Directory of Zionsville, Boone County, Indiana (1940)--a listing of the businesses and residents, as found in a city directory for 1940.

--Directory of Zionsville, Boone County, Indiana (1961)--a listing of the businesses and residents, as found in a city directory for 1961.

NOTE: These databases were submitted by Beth Kielb of the SullivanMunce Cultural Center for the 2 for 92 Project, where IGS is committed to adding a minimum of two genealogical databases for each of Indiana's 92 counties.

--Records of Funderburg Funeral Home, Markle, Huntington County, Indiana (1909-1976)--abstracts from original records of the funeral home (the records are scattered for this time period).

NOTE: These databases were submitted by Joan Keefer and the Huntington City-Township Public Library for the 2 for 92 Project.

--Students of Kokomo High School, Howard County, Indiana (1931)--a listing of the students, as found in a 1931 yearbook.

--Directory of Businesses in Parke County, Indiana (1868)--a listing of business owners in various towns in Parke County, as found in a railroad and shipping directory for the state.

--Directory of Businesses in Pulaski County, Indiana (1868)--a listing of business owners in various towns in Pulaski County, as found in a railroad and shipping directory for the state.

These are all premium databases, accessible only to IGS members. The Indiana Genealogical Society has 255 databases in the Members Only area, covering 55 Indiana counties. More databases will be added over time.