Thursday, December 30, 2010

Marion County Society To Discuss Occupational Records

The Genealogical Society of Marion County will meet on Saturday, January 8 at 1 pm at the Spades Park branch of the Indianapolis-Marion County Public Library. Ron Darrah will present a program, "Show Me The Money!," about the records generated by our ancestor's occupations and how their work lives impacted their family lives. The meeting is free and open to the public.

Tuesday, December 28, 2010

Boone County Society To Discuss 4-H Genealogy Projects

The Boone County Genealogical Society will meet on Tuesday, January 25 at 6:30 pm at the Lebanon Public Library. Karen Everett will present a program, "Boone County 4-H and Genealogy Projects." The meeting is open to the public. For more information, please contact the library - (765) 482-3460 ext. 261.

Friday, December 24, 2010

Query: BECK/ DAVIS/ BROWN of Jefferson COunty

Saluda Twp., Jefferson Co. 1850 U.S. Census lists Rebecca BECK 48, alone with her children all born in NC: Matilda 18, Wm. 17, Emily A. 15, Catherine 8, and Mary C.2. The oldest daughter. Matilda married Abijah DAVIS and lived and died in Jefferson Co. (Matilda's DC names Rebecca Hatley and Madden Beck of NC as parents.) Wm. BECK, whose name I believe was misunderstood, most likely is Winfield Scott BECK, and would be my Civil War great-great-grandfather. Winfield m. in Jefferson CO in Sep. 1856 to Elizabeth Ann Brown and had two children: Mary Alice and Oren Winfield BECK. Mother Rebecca BECK and three youngest daughters cannot be found again. I would be most interested in communicating with other BECK researcher's with ties to Rebecca BECK and NC BECK families.
Name: Bonnie Grimmius
408 Park Street
Marshalltown IA 50158-5539
1grimm007@mchsi.com

Query: STEADMAN/ BROWN of Warren County

I am looking for a Viniard (Vine,Vinnie,Vin) Steadman. Born: England May 1847, parents unknown, birth name unknown. Immigrated in 1853. Married a Brown (date unknown) and had a daughter, Lizzie Brown b:Dec 1873. Married Wallace Steadman 20 July 1879 and lived in Warren County Indiana. He was a barber and they had two sons, Charles, b: 1880 and Grover b: May 1884. Wallace is on the 1860, 1870 as a child and the couple are on the 1880,1900, and 1910 US census. I'm looking for information on Lizzie's birth, and on Viniard.
Thank you

Tula Merrick
Hazelnut1766@yahoo.com

Thursday, December 23, 2010

IGS Adds 500th Database To Members-Only

The Indiana Genealogical Society has added its 500th database to the Members Only. The County Records section now includes:

St. Joseph County
--Index to Defective, Dependent & Delinquent Census for St. Joseph County, Indiana (1880)

NOTE: Please see earlier post for an explanation of the 1880 DDD and its availability on microfilm.

This is a premium database, accessible only to IGS members. It was submitted as part of the 2 for 92 Project, where IGS is committed to adding at least 2 databases for each of Indiana's 92 counties.

The Indiana Genealogical Society now has 500 databases in the Members Only area, covering all 92 Indiana counties.

Wednesday, December 22, 2010

Tippecanoe County 1880 DDD Database Added To Members-Only

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

Tippecanoe County
--Index to Defective, Dependent & Delinquent Census for Tippecanoe County, Indiana (1880)

NOTE: Please see earlier post for an explanation of the 1880 DDD and its availability on microfilm.

This is a premium database, accessible only to IGS members. It was submitted as part of the 2 for 92 Project, where IGS is committed to adding at least 2 databases for each of Indiana's 92 counties.

The Indiana Genealogical Society now has 499 databases in the Members Only area, covering all 92 Indiana counties.

Tuesday, December 21, 2010

La Porte County 1880 DDD Database Added To Members-Only

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

LaPorte County
--Index to Defective, Dependent & Delinquent Census for LaPorte County, Indiana (1880)

NOTE: Please see earlier post for an explanation of the 1880 DDD and its availability on microfilm.

This is a premium database, accessible only to IGS members. It was submitted as part of the 2 for 92 Project, where IGS is committed to adding at least 2 databases for each of Indiana's 92 counties.

The Indiana Genealogical Society now has 498 databases in the Members Only area, covering all 92 Indiana counties.

Monday, December 20, 2010

Allen County Society To Discuss Recording Family Histories

The Allen County Genealogical Society of Indiana will meet on Wednesday, January 12 in Meeting Room A of the Allen County Public Library in Fort Wayne. The meeting is open to visitors and begins at 7 pm (gathering time is 6:30 pm). Jon Leyse will present a program on "Video Recording Your Family History."

Friday, December 17, 2010

Starke County 1880 DDD Database Added To Members-Only

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

Starke County
--Index to Defective, Dependent & Delinquent Census for Starke County, Indiana (1880)

NOTE: Please see earlier post for an explanation of the 1880 DDD and its availability on microfilm.

This is a premium database, accessible only to IGS members. It was submitted as part of the 2 for 92 Project, where IGS is committed to adding at least 2 databases for each of Indiana's 92 counties.

The Indiana Genealogical Society now has 497 databases in the Members Only area, covering all 92 Indiana counties.

Thursday, December 16, 2010

Miami County 1880 DDD Database Added To Members-Only

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

Miami County
--Index to Defective, Dependent & Delinquent Census for Miami County, Indiana (1880)

NOTE: Please see earlier post for an explanation of the 1880 DDD and its availability on microfilm.

This is a premium database, accessible only to IGS members. It was submitted as part of the 2 for 92 Project, where IGS is committed to adding at least 2 databases for each of Indiana's 92 counties.

The Indiana Genealogical Society now has 496 databases in the Members Only area, covering all 92 Indiana counties.

Wednesday, December 15, 2010

2010 IGS Quarterly Index Added To Members-Only

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

--Every-Name Index to Indiana Genealogist (2010)

Indiana Genealogist is the quarterly publication of the Indiana Genealogical Society. This is an every-name index to the 2010 issues (Volume 21). This database is free to the public - no member login is needed to view it.

The Indiana Genealogical Society now has 495 databases in the Members Only area, covering all 92 Indiana counties.

Tuesday, December 14, 2010

Fort Wayne To Host Black Genealogy Summit

October 20-22, 2011 - Save the Date! The African American Genealogy Society of Fort Wayne and the Allen County Public Library in Fort Wayne will be the local co-hosts for the National Black Genealogy Summit, to be held October 20 – 22, 2011 at the Grand Wayne Center and the Allen County Public Library. More information on the events (including extended research hours at the library for conference attendees) will be released in January.

Allen County Mortality Schedule Database Added To Members-Only

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

Allen County:
--Index to Mortality Schedule for Allen County, Indiana (1850)

NOTE: The 1850 mortality schedule was a supplemental schedule to the federal census. It recorded information on people who had died between 1 June 1849 and 31 May 1850.

This database is free to the public - no member login is needed to view it.

The Indiana Genealogical Society now has 494 databases in the Members Only area, covering all 92 Indiana counties.

Monday, December 13, 2010

Scott County 1880 DDD Database Added To Members Only

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

Scott County
--Index to Defective, Dependent & Delinquent Census for Scott County, Indiana (1880)

NOTE: Please see earlier post for an explanation of the 1880 DDD and its availability on microfilm.

This is a premium database, accessible only to IGS members. It was submitted as part of the 2 for 92 Project, where IGS is committed to adding at least 2 databases for each of Indiana's 92 counties.

The Indiana Genealogical Society now has 493 databases in the Members Only area, covering all 92 Indiana counties.

Allen County Library To Discuss Ancestry.com

The Allen County Public Library in Fort Wayne will hold a class, "Becoming Expert At Using Ancestry," on Wednesday, January 12 at 2:30 pm in the library's Meeting Room C. This class will show you how to perform advanced searches on Ancestry.com, how to interpret the results of those searches and how to become expert at using the genealogical database.

Saturday, December 11, 2010

Kosciusko County 1880 DDD Database Added To Members-Only

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

Kosciusko County
--Index to Defective, Dependent & Delinquent Census for Kosciusko County, Indiana (1880)

NOTE: Please see earlier post for an explanation of the 1880 DDD and its availability on microfilm.

This is a premium database, accessible only to IGS members. It was submitted as part of the 2 for 92 Project, where IGS is committed to adding at least 2 databases for each of Indiana's 92 counties.

The Indiana Genealogical Society now has 492 databases in the Members Only area, covering all 92 Indiana counties.

Friday, December 10, 2010

Civil War Database Added To Members-Only

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

Military Records
--Indiana's Civil War Veterans Buried In Fredericksburg (Virginia) National Cemetery

This is a premium database, accessible only to IGS members.

The Indiana Genealogical Society now has 491 databases in the Members Only area, covering all 92 Indiana counties.

Thursday, December 9, 2010

Adams County Census Database Added To Members-Only

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

Adams County:
--Index of 1850 Census for Adams County, Indiana

This database is free to the public - no member login is needed to view it.

The Indiana Genealogical Society has 490 databases in the Members Only area, covering all 92 Indiana counties.

Tuesday, December 7, 2010

Putnam County 1880 DDD Database Added To Members-Only

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

Putnam County
--Index to Defective, Dependent & Delinquent Census for Putnam County, Indiana (1880)

NOTE: Please see earlier post for an explanation of the 1880 DDD and its availability on microfilm.

This is a premium database, accessible only to IGS members. It was submitted as part of the 2 for 92 Project, where IGS is committed to adding at least 2 databases for each of Indiana's 92 counties.

The Indiana Genealogical Society now has 489 databases in the Members Only area, covering all 92 Indiana counties.

Monday, December 6, 2010

Martin County 1880 DDD Database Added To Members-Only

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

Martin County
--Index to Defective, Dependent & Delinquent Census for Martin County, Indiana (1880)

NOTE: Please see earlier post for an explanation of the 1880 DDD and its availability on microfilm.

This is a premium database, accessible only to IGS members. It was submitted as part of the 2 for 92 Project, where IGS is committed to adding at least 2 databases for each of Indiana's 92 counties.

The Indiana Genealogical Society now has 488 databases in the Members Only area, covering all 92 Indiana counties.

Sunday, December 5, 2010

Johnson County 1880 DDD Database Added To Members-Only

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

Johnson County
--Index to Defective, Dependent & Delinquent Census for Johnson County, Indiana (1880)

NOTE: Please see earlier post for an explanation of the 1880 DDD and its availability on microfilm.

This is a premium database, accessible only to IGS members. It was submitted as part of the 2 for 92 Project, where IGS is committed to adding at least 2 databases for each of Indiana's 92 counties.

The Indiana Genealogical Society now has 487 databases in the Members Only area, covering all 92 Indiana counties.

Friday, December 3, 2010

Dubois County 1880 DDD Database Added To Members-Only

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

Dubois County
--Index to Defective, Dependent & Delinquent Census for Dubois County, Indiana (1880)

NOTE: Please see earlier post for an explanation of the 1880 DDD and its availability on microfilm.

This is a premium database, accessible only to IGS members. It was submitted as part of the 2 for 92 Project, where IGS is committed to adding at least 2 databases for each of Indiana's 92 counties.

The Indiana Genealogical Society now has 486 databases in the Members Only area, covering all 92 Indiana counties.

Thursday, December 2, 2010

Allen County Cemetery Databases Added To Members-Only

The Indiana Genealogical Society has added more databases to the County Records section of Members Only:

Allen County:
--Index of Lake Chapel Cemetery, Allen County, Indiana
--Index of Marquardt Lutheran Cemetery, Allen County, Indiana
--Index of Massillion Evangelical Lutheran Cemetery, Allen County, Indiana
--Index of Pleasant Valley Cemetery, Allen County, Indiana

These 4 databases are free to the public - no member login is needed to view them.

The Indiana Genealogical Society has 485 databases in the Members Only area, covering all 92 Indiana counties.

Wednesday, December 1, 2010

5 Databases Added To Members-Only

The Indiana Genealogical Society has added 5 more databases to the Members Only area:

African-American Records
--African-American Veterans in Floyd County, Indiana (1890)
--African-American Veterans in Grant County, Indiana (1890)

These databases were extracted from the 1890 soldiers enrollment list for Floyd County and Grant County. 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.

College Records
--Non-Graduates of Hanover College, Hanover (1832-1889) - a listing of students who attended but did not graduate from the college, as found in an 1890 school catalog.

County Records
--Students of Kokomo High School, Howard County, Indiana (1932) - a listing of the students in the class of 1932 and class of 1933, as found in a 1932 yearbok.

Miscellaneous Records
--Lawyers in Indiana State Bar Association (1915) - a listing of all members of the State Bar in 1915. This database also includes memorials for members who had died within the year.

These are premium databases, accessible only to IGS members. The Indiana Genealogical Society now has 481 databases in the Members Only area, covering all 92 Indiana counties.

Tuesday, November 30, 2010

IGS Adds December Newsletter To Members-Only

The Indiana Genealogical Society has added the December 2010 issue of IGS Newsletter to the IGS Records section of Members Only. It includes the latest news and information, as well as a Q&A with Cyndi Howells of Cyndi's List.

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

Monday, November 29, 2010

Monroe County 1880 DDD Database Added To Members-Only

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

Monroe County
--Index to Defective, Dependent & Delinquent Census for Monroe County, Indiana (1880)

NOTE: Please see earlier post for an explanation of the 1880 DDD and its availability on microfilm.

This is a premium database, accessible only to IGS members. It was submitted as part of the 2 for 92 Project, where IGS is committed to adding at least 2 databases for each of Indiana's 92 counties.

The Indiana Genealogical Society now has 476 databases in the Members Only area, covering all 92 Indiana counties.

Sunday, November 28, 2010

Adams County & Wells County Cemetery Databases Added To Members-Only

The Indiana Genealogical Society has added more databases to the County Records section of Members Only:

Adams County:
--Index of Mennonite Reformed Evangelical Church Cemetery, Adams County, Indiana

Wells County:
--Index of Hoverstock Cemetery, Wells County, Indiana

These 2 databases are free to the public - no member login is needed to view them.

The Indiana Genealogical Society has 475 databases in the Members Only area, covering all 92 Indiana counties.

Friday, November 26, 2010

IGS Adds December Quarterly To Members-Only

The Indiana Genealogical Society has added the December 2010 issue of Indiana Genealogist, the society's quarterly publication, to the IGS Records section of Members Only. It includes information about Indiana marriage records, as well as newspaper items from every region and several Civil War items.

The society will be "going green" in 2011. This is the last issue that will also be printed & mailed to members - beginning with the March 2011 issue, it will be available exclusively online.

The quarterly is a premium database, accessible only to IGS members.

Tuesday, November 23, 2010

Indiana Vital Records Office To Close Walk-In Service

According to this Indianapolis Star article, the Indiana State Department of Health's Vital Records office is closing its walk-in service. The public will still be able to request copies of Indiana birth and death records by mail or by phone.

Monday, November 22, 2010

Fountain County 1880 DDD Database Added To Members-Only

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

Fountain County
--Index to Defective, Dependent & Delinquent Census for Fountain County, Indiana (1880)

NOTE: Please see earlier post for an explanation of the 1880 DDD and its availability on microfilm.

This is a premium database, accessible only to IGS members. It was submitted as part of the 2 for 92 Project, where IGS is committed to adding at least 2 databases for each of Indiana's 92 counties.

The Indiana Genealogical Society now has 473 databases in the Members Only area, covering all 92 Indiana counties.

Sunday, November 21, 2010

Warrick County 1880 DDD Database Added To Members-Only

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

Warrick County
--Index to Defective, Dependent & Delinquent Census for Warrick County, Indiana (1880)

NOTE: Please see earlier post for an explanation of the 1880 DDD and its availability on microfilm.

This is a premium database, accessible only to IGS members. It was submitted as part of the 2 for 92 Project, where IGS is committed to adding at least 2 databases for each of Indiana's 92 counties.

The Indiana Genealogical Society now has 472 databases in the Members Only area, covering all 92 Indiana counties.

Perry County 1880 DDD Database Added To Members-Only

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

Perry County
--Index to Defective, Dependent & Delinquent Census for Perry County, Indiana (1880)

NOTE: Please see earlier post for an explanation of the 1880 DDD and its availability on microfilm.

This is a premium database, accessible only to IGS members. It was submitted as part of the 2 for 92 Project, where IGS is committed to adding at least 2 databases for each of Indiana's 92 counties.

The Indiana Genealogical Society now has 471 databases in the Members Only area, covering all 92 Indiana counties.

Saturday, November 20, 2010

Adams County Schools Database Added To Members-Only

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

Adams County:
--Graduates of Common Schools in Adams County, Indiana (1912)

This database is free to the public - no member login is needed to view it.

The Indiana Genealogical Society has 470 databases in the Members Only area, covering all 92 Indiana counties. More databases will be added over time.

Thursday, November 18, 2010

IGS Adds Daviess County 1880 DDD Database To Members-Only

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

Daviess County
--Index to Defective, Dependent & Delinquent Census for Daviess County, Indiana (1880)

NOTE: Please see earlier post for an explanation of the 1880 DDD and its availability on microfilm.

This is a premium database, accessible only to IGS members. It was submitted as part of the 2 for 92 Project, where IGS is committed to adding at least 2 databases for each of Indiana's 92 counties.

The Indiana Genealogical Society now has 469 databases in the Members Only area, covering all 92 Indiana counties.

Wednesday, November 17, 2010

IGS Adds Tipton County 1880 Database To Members-Only

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

Tipton County
--Index to Defective, Dependent & Delinquent Census for Tipton County, Indiana (1880)

NOTE: Please see earlier post for an explanation of the 1880 DDD and its availability on microfilm.

This is a premium database, accessible only to IGS members. It was submitted as part of the 2 for 92 Project, where IGS is committed to adding at least 2 databases for each of Indiana's 92 counties.

The Indiana Genealogical Society now has 468 databases in the Members Only area, covering all 92 Indiana counties.

Tuesday, November 16, 2010

IGS Adds Henry County 1880 DDD Database To Members-Only

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

Henry County
--Index to Defective, Dependent & Delinquent Census for Henry County, Indiana (1880)

NOTE: Please see earlier post for an explanation of the 1880 DDD and its availability on microfilm.

This is a premium database, accessible only to IGS members. It was submitted as part of the 2 for 92 Project, where IGS is committed to adding at least 2 databases for each of Indiana's 92 counties.

The Indiana Genealogical Society now has 467 databases in the Members Only area, covering all 92 Indiana counties.

IGS Adds Clinton County 1880 DDD Database To Members-Only

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

Clinton County
--Index to Defective, Dependent & Delinquent Census for Clinton County, Indiana (1880)

NOTE: Please see earlier post for an explanation of the 1880 DDD and its availability on microfilm.

This is a premium database, accessible only to IGS members. It was submitted as part of the 2 for 92 Project, where IGS is committed to adding at least 2 databases for each of Indiana's 92 counties.

The Indiana Genealogical Society now has 466 databases in the Members Only area, covering all 92 Indiana counties.

Noblesville Library To Discuss Brick Walls in Research

The Hamilton East Public Library in Noblesville will hold a genealogy roundtable on Tuesday, December 14 from 2:15 to 3:15 pm in the library's Genealogy Classroom. This is an informal discussion group and this month's focus is the sharing of the brick walls you have encountered in your research and suggestions on how to overcome them. No registration is required.

Monday, November 15, 2010

IGS Adds Jackson County 1880 DDD Databases To Members-Only

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

Jackson County
--Index to Defective, Dependent & Delinquent Census for Jackson County, Indiana (1880)

NOTE: Please see earlier post for an explanation of the 1880 DDD and its availability on microfilm.

This is a premium database, accessible only to IGS members. It was submitted as part of the 2 for 92 Project, where IGS is committed to adding at least 2 databases for each of Indiana's 92 counties.

The Indiana Genealogical Society now has 465 databases in the Members Only area, covering all 92 Indiana counties.

Sunday, November 14, 2010

Query: WILLARD/WEBB/DAVIS of Johnson County

I would like to exchange information with anyone you might be researching the family of Hennry and Melinda WEBB WILLARD family. Hennery and Melinda were married on 3 Dec 1829 in Johnson County, Indiana. Melinda is the daughter of John and Nancy DAVIS WEBB. Hennry and Melinda had nine children, John Wesley b. 24 Nov 1830, Mary Ann b 30 Sept 1832, Martha Ann b 7 July 1834, William Delaney b 22 Mar 1837, John Sanford b 25 Aug 1839, James Webb b 6 Jan 1842, and Zachariah Milford b 4 Nov 1847, Nancy Jane b 30 June 1850.

Mrs. Dorothy Raymond Willard
21136 E. 3750 N Road
Rossville, Il 60963

Noblesville Library To Discuss Online Publishing

The Hamilton East Public Library in Noblesville will hold a workshop, "Online Publishers of Family Histories," on Saturday, December 11 from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm in the library's Genealogy Classroom. The various online publishers of family histories will be explored, including creating a family history from beginning to end at MyCanvas. Participants who have used online publishers are encouraged to bring their own family histories to share. Registration is required - register online or call (317) 776-6939.

Query: POWELL of Shelby County

I'm looking for any info on Edmund POWELL. He lived in Shelby Co., IN from about 1840 to 1870. He was born in 1815 in North Carolina.

Name: Lisa Tucker
140 Bertsch Circle
Naches, WA98937-9659
lmtucker1@msn.com

Query: HUTSHINSON / HUTSENSON /PASSMORE / HOPKINS of Wells County

Looking for information on my grandfather A.C. HUTSHINSON was born 6/26/1910 in Uniondale IN. He wasn't in the census that year but I found the rest of his family in Jefferson Twp. Wells Co. In.
The HUTCHINSON name was spelled HUTSENSON and most other names were spelled wrong.
A. C. parents were Edward and Mollie (PASSMORE)HUTSINSON/HUTSENSON. Inez and Frattie were A.C.'s only siblings. A. C. isn't abbrev. and no middle name.
I think Edwards parents were William C. and Emma (HOPKINS). As I set out to do this family tree I learned that A.C. had to move to his sister Inez's because his parents died.
In the 1920 census A.C. is in Inez's Ohio home misspelled again.
I'm also trying to figure out why Edward and Mollie died
I think Edwards middle initial is W. and he was born around 1873 and Mollie around 1875. I can't find them in the SSDI or cemeteries.
Thanks,
Kelcey Hutchinson
P.O. Box 2056
Belfair, WA 98528
merdonpeez@yahoo.com

Query: WOODS/BEECHSON of Indianapolis

I am researching my great-grandmother and her parents:
my great-grandmother was Grace Marie WOODS born June 9, 1894 in Indianapolis Indiana. Her parents were Frank B. WOODS and Hattie BEECHSON. They were african american.
Any assistance you can provide would help.
Thank you
Maggie mcleod
136 Jenkins Road
Jacksonville NC 28540
mm14@earthlink.net

Saturday, November 13, 2010

IGS Adds Shelby County 1880 DDD Database To Members-Only

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

Shelby County
--Index to Defective, Dependent & Delinquent Census for Shelby County, Indiana (1880)

NOTE: Please see earlier post for an explanation of the 1880 DDD and its availability on microfilm.

This is a premium database, accessible only to IGS members. It was submitted as part of the 2 for 92 Project, where IGS is committed to adding at least 2 databases for each of Indiana's 92 counties.

The Indiana Genealogical Society now has 464 databases in the Members Only area, covering all 92 Indiana counties.

Adams County Cemetery Databases Added To Members-Only

The Indiana Genealogical Society has added more databases to the County Records section of Members Only:

Adams County:
--Index of Alberson Cemetery, Adams County, Indiana
--Index of Evangelical Mennonite (Defenseless or Egly) Cemetery, Adams County, Indiana
--Index of Hartford (Stringtown) Cemetery, Adams County, Indiana
--Index of Pleasant Valley (United Brethren) Cemetery, Adams County, Indiana
--Index of St. Peter's Lutheran Cemetery, Adams County, Indiana

These 5 databases are free to the public - no member login is needed to view them.

The Indiana Genealogical Society has 463 databases in the Members Only area, covering all 92 Indiana counties. More databases will be added over time.

Friday, November 12, 2010

IGS Adds Switzerland County Newspaper Databases To Members-Only

The Indiana Genealogical Society has added more databases to the County Records section of Members Only:

Switzerland County
--Index to Newspapers in Vevay, Switzerland County, Indiana (1840)
--Index to Newspapers in Vevay, Switzerland County, Indiana (1853-1901)

These are indexes to events (including births, marriages and deaths) mentioned in Vevay newspapers. These premium databases (accessible only to IGS members) were submitted by Tina Lyons as part of the 2 for 92 Project, where IGS is committed to adding at least 2 databases for each of Indiana's 92 counties.

The Indiana Genealogical Society now has 458 databases in the Members Only area, covering all 92 Indiana counties.

Thursday, November 11, 2010

Porter County Library To Hold Beginners Genealogy Workshop

The Porter County Public Library in Valparaiso will hold a beginner's genealogy workshop on Saturday, December 11 from 9:30 am to noon. Larry Clark, head of the library's Genealogy Department, will conduct this free workshop, and librarians can receive 3 LEU's for attending. Registration is required - call (219) 462-0524 ext. 5.

IGS Adds Harrison County 1880 DDD Database To Members-Only

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

Harrison County
--Index to Defective, Dependent & Delinquent Census for Harrison County, Indiana (1880)

NOTE: Please see earlier post for an explanation of the 1880 DDD and its availability on microfilm.

This is a premium database, accessible only to IGS members. It was submitted as part of the 2 for 92 Project, where IGS is committed to adding at least 2 databases for each of Indiana's 92 counties.

The Indiana Genealogical Society now has 456 databases in the Members Only area, covering all 92 Indiana counties.

Noblesville Library To Discuss New England Ancestors & Footnote.com

The Hamilton East Public Library in Noblesville will hold a workshop, "Using New England Ancestors and Footnote.com," on Wednesday, December 8 from 9:30 am to noon in the library's Computer Training Lab. Participants will learn the most effective ways to search for ancestors using the databases available on New England Ancestors and Footnote.com. You'll also get the chance to work on your own research at the end of the workshop. Registration is required - register online or call (317) 776-6939.

IGS Adds Morgan County 1880 DDD Database To Members-Only

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

Morgan County
--Index to Defective, Dependent & Delinquent Census for Morgan County, Indiana (1880)

NOTE: Please see earlier post for an explanation of the 1880 DDD and its availability on microfilm.

This is a premium database, accessible only to IGS members. It was submitted as part of the 2 for 92 Project, where IGS is committed to adding at least 2 databases for each of Indiana's 92 counties.

The Indiana Genealogical Society now has 455 databases in the Members Only area, covering all 92 Indiana counties.

Wednesday, November 10, 2010

IGS Adds Vermillion County 1880 DDD Database To Members-Only

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

Vermillion County
--Index to Defective, Dependent & Delinquent Census for Vermillion County, Indiana (1880)

NOTE: Please see earlier post for an explanation of the 1880 DDD and its availability on microfilm.

This is a premium database, accessible only to IGS members. It was submitted as part of the 2 for 92 Project, where IGS is committed to adding at least 2 databases for each of Indiana's 92 counties.

The Indiana Genealogical Society now has 454 databases in the Members Only area, covering all 92 Indiana counties.

Allen County Library To Discuss Internet Sites

The Allen County Public Library in Fort Wayne will hold a class, "'Net Treats," on Wednesday, December 8 at 2:30 pm in the library's Meeting Room C. This class will highlight a few genealogy websites that may open new research windows for you.

IGS Adds White County 1880 DDD Database To Members-Only

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

White County
--Index to Defective, Dependent & Delinquent Census for White County, Indiana (1880)

NOTE: Please see earlier post for an explanation of the 1880 DDD and its availability on microfilm.

This is a premium database, accessible only to IGS members. It was submitted as part of the 2 for 92 Project, where IGS is committed to adding at least 2 databases for each of Indiana's 92 counties.

The Indiana Genealogical Society now has 453 databases in the Members Only area, covering all 92 Indiana counties.

Tuesday, November 9, 2010

IGS Adds Benton County 1880 DDD Database To Members-Only

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

Benton County
--Index to Defective, Dependent & Delinquent Census for Benton County, Indiana (1880)

NOTE: Please see earlier post for an explanation of the 1880 DDD and its availability on microfilm.

This is a premium database, accessible only to IGS members. It was submitted as part of the 2 for 92 Project, where IGS is committed to adding at least 2 databases for each of Indiana's 92 counties.

The Indiana Genealogical Society now has 452 databases in the Members Only area, covering all 92 Indiana counties.

Query: BOLT/BLOSSE/GIFFORD of Brown and Clinton Counties

Since my last post I have learned James and Hannah BOLT may not have been in Orange Co., but maybe in Brown Co. IN. Hannah BLOSSE BLOT was the Daughter of Valentine BLOSSE, Revolutionary War patriot. They moved from Boltsfork , Ky. About 1820. The only BLOTS in Brown Co. I could find was Charles their son in the 1830 census. James Madison, another son, married Charity GIFFORD and they are buried in Cyclone, Clinton Co. IN.
Brenda Haislet(James BOLT lineage)
thaislet@suddenlink.net

Query: CRIST / MADDY / FRANKIE / PARKER / MORGAN / LAWRENCE / SWIGART

I'm looking for the ancestry of Mary Virginia (Jenny) CRIST MADDY who married Jackson MADDY in early 1880's (my great-grandparents.) I know she had 2-3 sisters, 1 half-brother Andrew CRIST. I have photos of these people. My grandmother is her oldest, Mary Francis (FRANKIE)MADDY LAWRENCE. There were twin girls and 1-2 others who married a PARKER and MORGAN. There has to be many cousins in and around Muncie, IN. Mary Francis married Charles Leonard LAWRENCE in 1901. His mother was Jane SWIGART. Any information would be greatly appreciated.

Ms. Alice J. Fink
820 S. Fifth Street
Hoopeston, IL 60942
217-283-5060
ajfink@peoplepc.com

Howard County Society To Hold Christmas Carry-In

The Howard County (Indiana) Genealogical Society will meet on Saturday, December 4 at 11 am in the Community Room of the Kokomo-Howard County Public Library (220 N. Union St., Kokomo, IN 46901-4614). The group will hold their annual Christmas carry-in and Genealogy Show & Tell. The event is open to the public.

Hamilton County Society To Meet In Carmel

The Hamilton County Genealogical Society will meet on Wednesday, December 1 at 7 pm at the Hensel Government Building (10701 College Ave., Carmel IN). The society meets the 1st Wednesday of the month from September to June. For more information, please contact Kathy Venable (Kathyvena@att.net)

Monday, November 8, 2010

Allen County Society To Discuss Revolutionary War & War of 1812 Research

The Allen County Genealogical Society of Indiana will meet on Wednesday, December 8 at 7 pm in Meeting Room A of the Allen County Public Library in Fort Wayne (NOTE: gathering time is at 6:30 pm). Curt B. Witcher, manager of the library's Genealogy Center, will present a program on researching ancestors who served in the Revolutionaary War or the War of 1812. The meeting is open to the public and visitors are welcome.

Sunday, November 7, 2010

Query: WHITSON Of Clark and Crawford Counties

Looking for transcriptions of Whitson Hollow Cemetery in Wood Twp, Clark Co. IN. Looking for death records of Peter H. Whitson b 1842 and wife Mary E 1852. Living in Crawford Co IN in 1910.
Nancy Aitken
PO Box 89112
Las Vegas, NV 89112
seekersna@centurylinl.net

Query: SCHAFER/MAGGERT of Marshall County

Looking for information on Paul Schafer son of Clement Leonard Schafer and Marie Esther Maggert Schaffer of Bremen,Marshall IN.

Thank you,
Sincerely
CHAD M LYNCH
18898 Quince Circle
Fountain Valley, CA 92708
skyboundhound@yahoo.com

Query: STEHMAN/TODD/BEAVER of Noblesville

I’m looking for information on Rhonda Beaver, she is the daughter of Rosetta Todd Stehman. Rosetta first husband Donald Stehman died in WWII and she married a man with the last name of Beaver. Rosetta Beaver died in sometime in 1946 and is buried in the Cicero Cemetery in Noblesville.
Any information about Rhonda would be great appreciated.
Jerry Stehman
4556 N. Quail Lake Dr.
Clovis, CA 93619

Query: POWELL or Shelby County

I'm looking for any info on Edmund Powell. He lived in Shelby County Indiana from about 1840 to 1870. He was born in 1815 in North Carolina.

Lisa Tucker
140 Bertsch Circle
Naches, WA 98937-9659
lmtucker1@msm.com

Query: PERRY of St. Joseph County

Dear Friends,

Where would I find death certificates for Henry Perry & his wife, Luna Paul Perry? The St. Josesph County Health Department claims to have no record of them, although both died in Lakeville, Union Twp., St. Joseph County. (I have already done a paid search at the health department.)

Both are buried in the Union Cemetery, on Miami Road, in St. Joseph County.

Dates
Henry - Born 01 Jan 1800; died 03 May 1871.
Luna - Born 01 Jun 1808 (Tinmouth, Rutland Co., VT);
Died 20 May 1886.

I am trying to find out who Henry's parents were. Hopefully, a death certificate will tell me this.

Any assistance you could give me would be appreciated, as this has been a brick wall for at least two years!

Thanks,
Anne Pratt Slatin
78 Main Street
Stamford, NY 12167-1141
plimothplantation2003@yahoo.com

Query: BLOSE/GIFFORD/BLOT

Iam interested in the James and Hannah Blose family. They lived in Orange Co. around 1840. They had a son who married Charity Gifford and they moved to near Frankfort, IN. Hannah died before 1846. She was the daughter of Valentine Blose who fought in the Revolution. I would like to find out where Hannah and James Bolt are buried and when they died.

Brenda Haislet
111 Island Lane,
Washington, NC 27889
thaislet@suddenlink.net

Query: MILLER/KILMER of Elkhart

I'm looking for information on Henry A. Miller born 8 Jun.1842,Ohio. Death 15 Aug.1927 Elkhart,Ind. Married to Martha Kilmer 1868.

William Miller
fourwins@aol.com
5164 Mark David Dr.
swartz Creek, MI 48473

IGS Adds Adams County Cemetery Databases To Members Only

The Indiana Genealogical Society has added more databases to the County Records section of Members Only:

Adams County:
--Index of New Mount Tabor Cemetery, Adams County, Indiana
--Index of Old Mount Tabor Cemetery, Adams County, Indiana
--Index of Pleasant Mills Cemetery, Adams County, Indiana

These 3 databases are free to the public - no member login is needed to view them.

The Indiana Genealogical Society has 451 databases in the Members Only area, covering all 92 Indiana counties. More databases will be added over time.

IGS Accepting Nominations For Treasurer

The Indiana Genealogical Society is now accepting nominations for treasurer, for election to the 2011 board of directors. If you have experience using accounting software such as QuickBooks, please contact Dawne Slater-Putt (dslaterputt@aol.com).

Friday, November 5, 2010

IGS Adds Crawford County 1880 DDD Database To Members-Only

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

Crawford County
--Index to Defective, Dependent & Delinquent Census for Crawford County, Indiana (1880)

NOTE: Please see earlier post for an explanation of the 1880 DDD and its availability on microfilm.

This is a premium database, accessible only to IGS members. It was submitted as part of the 2 for 92 Project, where IGS is committed to adding at least 2 databases for each of Indiana's 92 counties.

The Indiana Genealogical Society now has 448 databases in the Members Only area, covering all 92 Indiana counties.

Wednesday, November 3, 2010

IGS Adds Hancock County 1880 DDD Database To Members-Only

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

Hancock County
--Index to Defective, Dependent & Delinquent Census for Hancock County, Indiana (1880)

NOTE: Please see earlier post for an explanation of the 1880 DDD and its availability on microfilm.

This is a premium database, accessible only to IGS members. It was submitted as part of the 2 for 92 Project, where IGS is committed to adding at least 2 databases for each of Indiana's 92 counties.

The Indiana Genealogical Society now has 447 databases in the Members Only area, covering all 92 Indiana counties.

Monday, November 1, 2010

IGS Adds College Databases To Members-Only

The Indiana Genealogical Society has added 6 more databases to the College Records section of Members Only:

Earlham College
--Faculty of Earlham College, Richmond (1889) - a listing of faculty, as found an in an 1889 catalog.

Hanover College
--Alumni of Hanover College, Hanover (1832-1889) - a listing of alumni, as found in an 1890 school catalog.
--Faculty of Hanover College, Hanover (1832-1889) - a listing of faculty, as found in an 1890 school catalog.

Notre Dame
--Students of University of Notre Dame, Notre Dame (1936) - a listing of the juniors in the Class of 1936, as found in a 1935 yearbook.

Wabash College
--Faculty of Wabash College, Crawfordsville (1938) - a listing of faculty, as found in a 1938 yearbook.
--Students of Wabash College, Crawfordsville (1938) - a listing of the seniors in the Class of 1938, as found in a 1938 yearbook.


These are premium databases, accessible only to IGS members. The Indiana Genealogical Society has 446 databases in the Members Only area, covering all 92 Indiana counties.

Saturday, October 30, 2010

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. There are now over 12,000 entries in the database.

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 to the public--no member login is required to view it. It is being shared with the Indiana Genealogical Society and the Allen County Public Library's Genealogy Center.

The Indiana Genealogical Society has 440 databases in the Members Only area, covering all 92 Indiana counties.

Noblesville Library To Discuss HeritageQuest Online

The Hamilton East Public Library in Noblesville will hold a workshop, "Using HeritageQuest Online," on Wednesday, November 17 from 9:30 am to noon in the library's Computer Training Lab. Participants will learn the most effective ways to search for ancestors using the databases available on HeritageQuest Online. You'll also get the chance to work on your own research at the end of the workshop. Registration is required - register online or call (317) 776-6939.

Friday, October 29, 2010

IGS Adds Decatur County 1880 DDD Database To Members-Only

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

Decatur County
--Index to Defective, Dependent & Delinquent Census for Decatur County, Indiana (1880)

NOTE: Please see earlier post for an explanation of the 1880 DDD and its availability on microfilm.

This is a premium database, accessible only to IGS members. It was submitted as part of the 2 for 92 Project, where IGS is committed to adding at least 2 databases for each of Indiana's 92 counties.

The Indiana Genealogical Society now has 440 databases in the Members Only area, covering all 92 Indiana counties.

Thursday, October 28, 2010

Noblesville Library To Hold Genealogy Roundtable

The Hamilton East Public Library in Noblesville will hold a genealogy roundtable on Tuesday, November 9 from 2:15 to 3:15 pm in the library's Genealogy Classroom. This is an informal discussion group where you are free to bring your own topics to share, or just soak up the knowledge and experience of others. No registration is required.

Boone County Society To Hold Annual Meeting in Lebanon

The Boone County Genealogical Society will hold their annual meeting on Tuesday, November 16 at 6:30 pm at the Lebanon Public Library. Awards will be presented and the new officers will be introduced. The meeting is open to the public.

Wednesday, October 27, 2010

IGS Adds Steuben County Database To Members-Only

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

Steuben County:
--Index of Deaths in Steuben County, Indiana (1831-1938)

This is a free database, accessible to the public. It was submitted by the Carnegie Public Library of Steuben County as part of the 2 for 92 Project, where IGS is committed to adding at least 2 databases for each of Indiana's 92 counties.

NOTE: The death dates in this database are scattered, but they range as early as 1831 and as late as 1938.

The Indiana Genealogical Society has 439 databases in the Members Only area, covering all 92 Indiana counties. More databases will be added over time.

Tuesday, October 26, 2010

Allen County Library To Discuss WeRelate.org

The Allen County Public Library in Fort Wayne will hold a class, "Preserving Your Genealogy Research and Documents Using WeRelate," on Wednesday, November 10 at 2:30 pm in the library's Globe Room. This class will explore how using WeRelate.org can prevent the loss of your genealogical research, photos and documents. You'll learn how to upload and download GEDCOM files, documents and photos.

Noblesville Library To Discuss Free Internet Sites

The Hamilton East Public Library in Noblesville will hold a class, "Find Your Ancestors Using Free Internet Sites," on Saturday, November 6 from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm in the library's Genealogy Classroom. As repositories and various organizations are turning to digitizing as a means of preserving documents, many items are becoming available online, sometimes for free. Guest speaker Andrea Ackermann will show you how to track down your ancestors and find digitized documents from their lives. Registration is required - register online or call (317) 776-6939.

Monday, October 25, 2010

IGS Adds Adams County Cemetery Databases To Members-Only

The Indiana Genealogical Society has added more databases to the County Records section of Members Only:

Adams County:
--Index of Biberstine/Moser Cemetery, Adams County, Indiana
--Index of First City Cemetery, Adams County, Indiana
--Index of French Cemetery, Adams County, Indiana
--Index of Fuhrman Cemetery, Adams County, Indiana
--Index of Mount Zion UBC Cemetery, Adams County, Indiana

These 5 databases are free to the public - no member login is needed to view them.

The Indiana Genealogical Society has 438 databases in the Members Only area, covering all 92 Indiana counties. More databases will be added over time.

Saturday, October 23, 2010

IGS Adds Gibson County 1880 DDD Database To Members-Only

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

Gibson County
--Index to Defective, Dependent & Delinquent Census for Gibson County, Indiana (1880)

NOTE: Please see earlier post for an explanation of the 1880 DDD and its availability on microfilm.

This is a premium database, accessible only to IGS members. It was submitted as part of the 2 for 92 Project, where IGS is committed to adding at least 2 databases for each of Indiana's 92 counties.

The Indiana Genealogical Society now has 433 databases in the Members Only area, covering all 92 Indiana counties.

Thursday, October 21, 2010

IGS Adds Pulaski County 1880 DDD Database To Members-Only

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

Pulaski County
--Index to Defective, Dependent & Delinquent Census for Pulaski County, Indiana (1880)

NOTE: Please see earlier post for an explanation of the 1880 DDD and its availability on microfilm.

This is a premium database, accessible only to IGS members. It was submitted as part of the 2 for 92 Project, where IGS is committed to adding at least 2 databases for each of Indiana's 92 counties.

The Indiana Genealogical Society now has 432 databases in the Members Only area, covering all 92 Indiana counties.

Wednesday, October 20, 2010

Allen County Society To Discuss Maps

The Allen County Genealogical Society of Indiana will meet on Wednesday, November 10 at 7 pm in Meeting Room A of the Allen County Public Library in Fort Wayne. Genealogy Center librarian John Beatty will present a program on "Allen County Maps." The meeting is open to visitors as well as members and the gathering time starts at 6:30 pm.

Tuesday, October 19, 2010

IGS Welcomes New "Always A Hoosier" Editor

The Indiana Genealogical Society welcomes Nikki LaRue as the new editor of our Always A Hoosier project. Your submissions to this project are welcome - we are looking for information on ancestors born before 1930 who were buried in Indiana.

IGS Adds Floyd County 1880 DDD Database To Members-Only

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

Floyd County
--Index to Defective, Dependent & Delinquent Census for Floyd County, Indiana (1880)

NOTE: Please see earlier post for an explanation of the 1880 DDD and its availability on microfilm.

This is a premium database, accessible only to IGS members. It was submitted as part of the 2 for 92 Project, where IGS is committed to adding at least 2 databases for each of Indiana's 92 counties.

The Indiana Genealogical Society now has 431 databases in the Members Only area, covering all 92 Indiana counties.

Monday, October 18, 2010

IGS Adds Clay County 1880 DDD Database To Members-Only

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

Clay County
--Index to Defective, Dependent & Delinquent Census for Clay County, Indiana (1880)

NOTE: Please see earlier post for an explanation of the 1880 DDD and its availability on microfilm.

This is a premium database, accessible only to IGS members. It was submitted as part of the 2 for 92 Project, where IGS is committed to adding at least 2 databases for each of Indiana's 92 counties.

The Indiana Genealogical Society now has 430 databases in the Members Only area, covering all 92 Indiana counties.

Saturday, October 16, 2010

IGS Adds Adams County Cemetery Databases To Members-Only

The Indiana Genealogical Society has added more databases to the County Records section of Members Only:

Adams County:
--Index of Hilty/Graber Cemetery, Adams County, Indiana
--Index of Mazelin (Amish Christian) Cemetery, Adams County, Indiana
--Index of Moser/Neuenschwander Cemetery, Adams County, Indiana
--Index of Riverside Cemetery, Adams County, Indiana

These 4 databases are free to the public - no member login is needed to view them.

The Indiana Genealogical Society has 429 databases in the Members Only area, covering all 92 Indiana counties. More databases will be added over time.

Friday, October 15, 2010

IGS Adds Madison County Database - All 92 Counties Now Represented

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

Madison County:
--Students of Anderson High School, Anderson (1923) - a listing of the students in the high school's senior class, as listed in a 1923 yearbook.

This is a premium database, accessible only to IGS members. It was submitted as part of the 2 for 92 Project, where IGS is committed to adding at least 2 databases for each of Indiana's 92 counties.

The Indiana Genealogical Society has 425 databases in the Members Only area, covering all 92 Indiana counties. More databases will be added over time.

Clinton County Society To Discuss Facebook

The Clinton County Genealogy Society is holding a program, "How To Do Genealogy on Facebook" on Thursday, October 28 at 6 pm in the Ivy Tech Room on the lower level of the Frankfort Community Public Library. Pam Seabolt, Frankfort Community Public Library staff member, will discuss how family researchers can most efficiently use Facebook to conduct their genealogical research. The program is free - to register, contact Tami K. Pelling - fayettefiles@yahoo.com or (765) 652-2766.

Thursday, October 14, 2010

Shelby County Society To Meet This Saturday

The Shelby County Genealogical Society will meet this Saturday, October 16th at 10 am at the Blue River Community Foundation building (54 W. Broadway, Shelbyville). The meeting is open to the public and guests are welcome.

Parke County Probate Records Being Digitized

If you have ancestors from Parke County, take note. A group of volunteers is organizing and digitizing the probate packets that are at the courthouse in Rockville. If you would like to help with this ongoing project, please contact Nicole LaRue - nikkisbc@yahoo.com or (619) 888-2896.

Wednesday, October 13, 2010

IGS Adds Marshall County Database To Members-Only

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

Marshall County
--Veterans in Marshall County, Indiana (1913)--a listing of all of the veterans who were living in Marshall County as of May 1, 1913, from an annual enumeration taken by township trustees.

This is a premium database, accessible only to IGS members. It was submitted by Ron Darrah as part of the 2 for 92 Project, where IGS is committed to adding at least 2 databases for each of Indiana's 92 counties.

The Indiana Genealogical Society has 424 databases in the Members Only area, covering 91 Indiana counties. More databases will be added over time.

IGS Seeks Topics & Speakers for 2011 Seminar

The Indiana Genealogical Society is seeking suggestions for topics and/or local speakers for our 2011 seminar, which will be held on Friday, April 15, 2011 at the Indiana State Archives in Indianapolis. The seminar is held in conjunction with our annual conference and focuses on topics that are of particular interest to those involved in local genealogical and historical organizations.

If there are topics you'd like to see covered, or any local speakers you think would be great additions, please contact the planning chair for the 2011 seminar, Rhonda Stoffer - rstoffer@marion.lib.in.us.

Hamilton County Society To Meet In Carmel

The Hamilton County Genealogical Society will meet on Wednesday, November 3 at 7 pm at the Hensel Government Building (10701 College Ave., Carmel IN). The society meets the 1st Wednesday of the month from September to June. For more information, please contact Kathy Venable (Kathyvena@att.net)

Tuesday, October 12, 2010

IGS Adds Tippecanoe County Database To Members-Only

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

Tippecanoe County
--Revolutionary War Soldiers Buried In Tippecanoe County, Indiana

This is a premium database, accessible only to IGS members. It was submitted by Barb Kirkpatrick as part of the 2 for 92 Project, where IGS is committed to adding at least 2 databases for each of Indiana's 92 counties.

The Indiana Genealogical Society has 423 databases in the Members Only area, covering 90 Indiana counties. More databases will be added over time.

Monday, October 11, 2010

Clinton County Society To Discuss Fort Wayne Research Trips

The Clinton County Genealogy Society is holding a program, "Planning A Research Trip to Fort Wayne" on Wednesday, October 27 at 6 pm in the Ivy Tech Room on the lower level of the Frankfort Community Public Library. Barb Kirkpatrick will discuss the various steps you should take in planning a research trip to the Allen County Public Library in Fort Wayne. The program is free (you are encouraged to bring your laptop, as computer space is limited) - to register, contact Tami K. Pelling - fayettefiles@yahoo.com or (765) 652-2766.

Query: ROUSE of Indianapolis

Subject: JOSEPH ROUSE, died 1841-1845, Warren Twp., Indianapolis

Searching for the cemetery where JOSEPH ROUSE is buried. He was born 15 Feb 1750 in Culpeper, Virginia and died 1840-1850 in Warren Township, Indianapolis, Marion County, Indiana. He arrived in Indianapolis in 1833 from Boone County, Kentucky with his grandson, JOEL ALBERT ROUSE (1814 - 1897) and his wife, the former Sarah "Sally" Pitcher (1814-1847). Joseph's name on his Revolutionary War record is spelled Rousch, but the name was originally spelled RAUSCH.

NOTE: My e-mail has changed since prior queries on May, 2007 from aschmidt2@roadrunner.com to schmidt.a@verizon.net.

Thank you!
Anita (Rouse) Schmidt
schmidt.a@verizon.net

IGS Adds Dearborn County 1880 DDD Database To Members-Only

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

Dearborn County
--Index to Defective, Dependent & Delinquent Census for Dearborn County, Indiana (1880)

NOTE: Please see earlier post for an explanation of the 1880 DDD and its availability on microfilm.

This is a premium database, accessible only to IGS members. It was submitted as part of the 2 for 92 Project, where IGS is committed to adding at least 2 databases for each of Indiana's 92 counties.

The Indiana Genealogical Society has 422 databases in the Members Only area, covering 89 Indiana counties. More databases will be added over time.

Sunday, October 10, 2010

Marion County To Hold Genealogy Conference in Indianapolis

The Genealogical Society of Marion County will hold their 15th annual genealogy conference on Saturday, November 13 from 9 am to 4:30 pm at the Indianapolis Senior Center. The theme is "Indy's Ethnic Heritage," with sessions on Scottish, German, Native American and Catholic ancestors. Registration includes lunch and is $25 for GSMC members, $30 for non-members (there is a $5 discount if you register before November 1st). To register, or for more information, please visit their website.

Friday, October 8, 2010

State Library To Discuss Wills and Probate Records

The Indiana State Library in Indianapolis will hold a free program, "Wills and Probates: A Bonanza of Information for Genealogists," on Thursday, October 28 from 5:30 to 6:30 pm in the library's History Reference Room. The program will discuss wills and probates, the types of information they contain, and the benefits for genealogists. No registration is required - for more information, visit www.in.gov/library/events.htm or call (317) 232-3675.

Clinton County Society To Discuss Obituaries

The Clinton County Genealogy Society is holding a program, "The Last Word," on Thursday, October 14 at 6 pm in the Art Room on the 2nd floor of the Frankfort Community Public Library. Tami K. Pelling will discuss the importance of writing your own obituary. The program is free - to register, contact Tami K. Pelling - fayettefiles@yahoo.com or (765) 652-2766.

Thursday, October 7, 2010

IGS Adds Kosciusko County Database To Members-Only

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

Kosciusko County
--Veterans in Kosciusko County, Indiana (1913)--a listing of all of the veterans who were living in Kosciusko County as of May 1, 1913, from an annual enumeration taken by township trustees.

This is a premium database, accessible only to IGS members. It was submitted by Ron Darrah as part of the 2 for 92 Project, where IGS is committed to adding at least 2 databases for each of Indiana's 92 counties.

The Indiana Genealogical Society has 421 databases in the Members Only area, covering 88 Indiana counties. More databases will be added over time.

State Library To Discuss Catholic Church Records

The Indiana State Library in Indianapolis will hold a free program, "Catholic Church Records," on Monday, October 25 from 10 to 11 am in the library's History Reference Room. The program will explore the many Catholic church records that are available to researchers and genealogists, how to use them, and other useful resources.

Clinton County Society To Discuss Civil War Research

The Clinton County Genealogy Society is sponsoring a "Civil War Research" program on Thursday, October 21 at 6 pm in the Art Room (2nd Floor) of the Frankfort Community Public Library. Ron Darrah will discuss Civil War research and also how to apply for membership in the Society of Civil War Families of Indiana. The program is free - to register, contact Tami K. Pelling - fayettefiles@yahoo.com or (765) 652-2766.

Wednesday, October 6, 2010

Clinton County Society To Host American Revolution Workshop

The Clinton County Genealogy Society is sponsoring an "American Revolution Workshop" on Wednesday, October 20 at 6 pm in the Art Room (2nd Floor) of the Frankfort Community Public Library. The Daughters of the American Revolution, Captain Harmon Aughe Chapter and Sons of the American Revolution, William Henry Harrison Chapter will discuss both organizations and offer membership application forms. The workshop is free - to register, contact Tami K. Pelling - fayettefiles@yahoo.com or (765) 652-2766.

IGS Adds Vanderburgh County 1880 DDD Database To Members-Only

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

Vanderburgh County
--Index to Defective, Dependent & Delinquent Census for Vanderburgh County, Indiana (1880)

NOTE: Please see earlier post for an explanation of the 1880 DDD and its availability on microfilm.

This is a premium database, accessible only to IGS members. It was submitted as part of the 2 for 92 Project, where IGS is committed to adding at least 2 databases for each of Indiana's 92 counties.

The Indiana Genealogical Society has 420 databases in the Members Only area, covering 87 Indiana counties. More databases will be added over time.

IGS Sends E-mail To Members

The Indiana Genealogical Society sent an e-mail yesterday to our members, using a new e-mail service. You may need to check your spam or junk mail folders to see the message. If you still cannot see the message, you may want to Contact Us and see if our records have your most up-to-date contact information listed.

Thank you for your patience!

Tuesday, October 5, 2010

IGS Adds October Newsletter To Members-Only

The Indiana Genealogical Society has added the October 2010 issue of the IGS Newsletter to the IGS Records section of Members Only. It contains the latest news and information from the genealogy world.

The newsletter is a premium database, accessible only to IGS members. The Indiana Genealogical Society has 419 databases in the Members Only area, covering 87 Indiana counties. More databases will be added over time.

IGS Adds Hamilton County 1880 DDD Database To Members-Only

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

Hamilton County
--Index to Defective, Dependent & Delinquent Census for Hamilton County, Indiana (1880)

NOTE: Please see earlier post for an explanation of the 1880 DDD and its availability on microfilm.

This is a premium database, accessible only to IGS members. It was submitted as part of the 2 for 92 Project, where IGS is committed to adding at least 2 databases for each of Indiana's 92 counties.

The Indiana Genealogical Society has 419 databases in the Members Only area, covering 87 Indiana counties. More databases will be added over time.

Clinton County Society To Discuss Genealogical Wills

The Clinton County Genealogy Society is holding a program, "Genealogical Wills" on Wednesday, October 13 at 6 pm in the Art Room on the 2nd floor of the Frankfort Community Public Library. Member Mary K. George will discuss the importance of having a written plan for what will happen to your genealogy research after you are gone. The program is free - to register, contact Tami K. Pelling - fayettefiles@yahoo.com or (765) 652-2766.

Monday, October 4, 2010

State Library To Discuss Biographical Resources

The Indiana State Library will hold a free program, "Biographical Sources at the Indiana State Library," on Wednesday, October 20 from noon to 1 pm in the library's History Reference Room. Learn how the Indiana State Library's biographical resources can be helpful in your family history research.

IGS Adds Adams County Cemetery Databases To Members-Only

The Indiana Genealogical Society has added more databases to the County Records section of Members Only:

Adams County
--Index of Evans Private Cemetery, Adams County, Indiana
--Index of Moser Cemetery, Adams County, Indiana
--Index of Salem Evangelical & Reformed Cemetery, Adams County, Indiana
--Index of Zion Lutheran Cemetery, Adams County, Indiana

These 4 databases are free to the public--no member login is needed to view them.

The Indiana Genealogical Society has 418 databases in the Members Only area, covering 87 Indiana counties. More databases will be added over time.

Sunday, October 3, 2010

IGS Adds Blackford County Database To Members-Only

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

Blackford County
--Index to Mortality Schedule for Blackford County, Indiana (1860)--an index to the 1860 mortality schedule, which was a special schedule to the federal census and listed those who had died between 1 June 1859 and 31 May 1860.

This is a premium database, accessible only to IGS members. It was submitted by Margery Graham as part of the 2 for 92 Project, where IGS is committed to adding at least 2 databases for each of Indiana's 92 counties.

The Indiana Genealogical Society has 414 databases in the Members Only area, covering 87 Indiana counties. More databases will be added over time.

Clinton County Society To Show Cemetery Movies

The Clinton County Genealogy Society is holding a "Cemetery Movie Night" on Thursday, October 7 at 6 pm in the Art Room on the 2nd floor of the Frankfort Community Public Library. National Geographic's "Arlington, Field of Honor" program and PBS' "Cemetery Special" will be shown. The program is free - to register, contact Tami K. Pelling - fayettefiles@yahoo.com or (765) 652-2766.

Allen County Library To Discuss Fort Wayne Cemetery

The Allen County Public Library in Fort Wayne will hold a program, "Lindenwood Cemetery," on Thursday, October 28 from 2 to 3 pm in the library's Meeting Room A. John Beatty will discuss the history of the Lindenwood Cemetery in Fort Wayne, which dates back to the 1850's, as well as the cemetery's records and how to use them to trace Fort Wayne ancestors. Registration is required - to register, phone (260) 421-1225.

Saturday, October 2, 2010

Query: DEUSER of Clark County

Seeking death and burial information on John Deuser b. abt 1799 in Germany marries Marie Elizabeth b. 1810. In the 1850 census they are living in Clark County, IN. To this union were born Philip, Elizabeth, Jacob; Mary and Mena C.

Thank You in advance

Sandy Castle
4794 Hanging Moss Lane
Sarasota, FL 34238
secastle@sbcglobal.net

State Library To Discuss Maps Research

The Indiana State Library in Indianapolis will hold a free program, "Maps in Genealogy," on Thursday, October 14 from 5:30 to 6:30 pm in the library's History Reference Room. The program will show how county maps, plat maps, Sanborn Fire Insurance maps and topographic maps can enrich your family history research. No registration is required - for more information, visit www.in.gov/library/events.htm or call (317) 232-3675.

IGS Adds Miami County Database To Members-Only

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

Miami County
--Veterans in Miami County, Indiana (1913)--a listing of all of the veterans who were living in Miami County as of May 1, 1913, from an annual enumeration taken by township trustees.

This is a premium database, accessible only to IGS members. It was submitted by Ron Darrah as part of the 2 for 92 Project, where IGS is committed to adding at least 2 databases for each of Indiana's 92 counties.

The Indiana Genealogical Society has 413 databases in the Members Only area, covering 87 Indiana counties. More databases will be added over time.

Clinton County Society To Discuss Courthouse Records

The Clinton County Genealogy Society will meet on Wednesday, October 6 at 6 pm in the Art Room (2nd Floor) of the Frankfort Community Public Library. Sue Marcum, Clinton County Court Archivist, will present a program, "Research at the Courthouse," about where and how to locate records at the courthouse. The meeting is free and open to the public. To register, contact Tami K. Pelling - fayettefiles@yahoo.com or (765) 652-2766.

Friday, October 1, 2010

IGS Adds College Databases To Members-Only

The Indiana Genealogical Society has added 6 more databases to the College Records section of Members Only:

Ball State University
--Faculty of Ball State Teachers College, Muncie (1936) - a listing of the faculty, as found in a 1936 yearbook.
--Students of Ball State Teachers College, Muncie (1936) - a listing of the students in the Class of 1935 and Class of 1936, as found in a 1936 yearbook.

NOTE: Ball State Teachers College later became Ball State University.

Butler University
--Faculty of Indianapolis College of Pharmacy, Indianapolis (1940) - a listing of the faculty, as found in a 1940 yearbook. NOTE: Indianapolis College of Pharmacy later became part of Butler University.
--Students of Butler University, Indianapolis (1939) - a listing of the students, as found in a 1939 yearbook.

Indiana University
--Alumni of Law Department of Indiana University, Bloomington (1844-1876) - a listing of the alumni of the law school, as found in an 1890 school history.
--Non-Graduates of Law Department of Indiana University, Bloomington (1844-1876) - a listing of those who attended but did not graduate from the law school, as found in an 1890 school history.

These are premium databases, accessible only to IGS members. The Indiana Genealogical Society has 412 databases in the Members Only area, covering 86 Indiana counties. More databases will be added over time.

Query: WALLACE/WALLIS of Daviess County

Looking for information on Josiah Wallace/Wallis birth unknown. He married 16 Dec 1818 in Daviess County, Died before 3 July 1819 to Elizabeth Magill (Walker) One son Joshiah born before July 1819.

Any help is appreciated,
Marjorie Anderson
P.O. Box 1017
Lincoln City, Oregon 97367
marlloanders@charter.net

Query: YARNELL/BELL of Indianpolis

Looking for the date, place and obituary of Robert S. Yarnell b. 1832 and Clara (Bell) b. 1884 Yarnell. They both were born in Jefferson County, OH.

They moved to Indianapolis in the early 1900's where Robert became a railroad postal Clerk.

Any help is appreciated.
Howard Bell
53 Sunny Acres Dr.
Steubenville, OH 43953

Thursday, September 30, 2010

Query: MILLER/KILMER of Elkhart County

Looking for information on Henry A. Miller born 8 Jun.1842,Ohio. Death 15 Aug.1927 Elkhart,Ind. Married to Martha Kilmer 1868.

William Miller
5164 Mark David Dr.
Swartz Creek, MI 48473
fourwins@aol.com

Query: BLOSE/ GIFFORD/ BLOT of Orange and Clinton Counties

I am interested in the James and Hannah Blose family. They lived in Orange Co. around 1840. They had a son who married Charity Gifford and they moved to near Frankfort, IN. Hannah died before 1846. She was the daughter of Valentine Blose who fought in the Revolution. I would like to find out where Hannah and James Bolt are buried and when they died.
Brenda Haislet
111 Island Lane
Washington, NC 27889
thaislet@suddenlink.net

Query: PERRY/PAUL of St. Joseph County

Looking for the parents of Henry Perry b. 1 Jan 1800 d. 3 May 1871. Henry is buried at the Union Cemetery on Miami Rd. in St. Joseph County. Henry married Luna Paul Perry b. 1 Jun 1808 in Tinmouth,, Rutland, VT d. 20 May 1886 She also is buired at Union Cemetery.

Any assistance you could give me would be appreciated, as this has been a brick wall for at least two years!

Thanks,
Anne Pratt Slatin
78 Main Street
Stamford, NY 12167
plimothplantation2003@yahoo.com

Query: POWELL of Shelby County

I'm looking for any info on Edmund Powell. He lived in Shelby Co. IN from about 1840 to 1870. He was born in North Caroline.

Lisa Tucker
140 Bertsch Circle
Naches, WA 98937-9659
lmtucker1@msn.com

Query: HUTCHINSON / HUTSENSON / PASSMORE / HOPKINS of Wells County

My grandfather was born 6/26/1910 in Uniondale IN. He wasn't in the census that year but I found the rest of his family in Jefferson Twp, Wells Co. IN.
The Hutchinson name was spelled Hutsenson and most other names were spelled wrong.
The parents to AC(my grandfather) was Edward and Mollie (maiden name Passmore) Inez and Frattie were AC's only siblings. AC isn't abbrev. and no middle name.
I think Edwards parents were William C. and Emma (maiden name maybe Hopkins).
As I set out to do this family tree I learned that AC had to move to his sister Inez's because his parents died.
In the 1920 census AC is in Inez's Ohio home misspelled again.
I'm also trying to figure out why Edward and Mollie died.
I think Edwards middle initial is W. and he was born around 1873 and Mollie around 1875. I can't find them in the SSDI or Cemetaries.
Thanks,
Kelcey Hutchinson
merdonpeez@yahoo.com

Allen County Library To Discuss Obituaries

The Allen County Public Library in Fort Wayne will hold a program, "Obituary Research," on Wednesday, October 27 from 10 to 11 am in the library's Meeting Room A. Delia Bourne will discuss what an obituary can tell you and how to find these news articles. Registration is required - to register, phone (260) 421-1225.

Query: WOODS/BEECHSON of Indianapolis

I am researching my great-grandmother and her parents.
my great-grandmother was Grace Marie Woods born June 9, 1894 in Indianapolis Indiana. Her parents were Frank B. Woods and Hattie Beechson.
They were African American.
Any assistance you can provide would help.
Thank you,
Maggie McLeod
136 Jenkins Rd.
Jacksonville, NC 28540
mm14@earthlink.net

IGS Adds Delaware County 1880 DDD Database To Members-Only

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

Delaware County
--Index to Defective, Dependent & Delinquent Census for Delaware County, Indiana (1880)

NOTE: Please see earlier post for an explanation of the 1880 DDD and its availability on microfilm.

This is a premium database, accessible only to IGS members. It was submitted as part of the 2 for 92 Project, where IGS is committed to adding at least 2 databases for each of Indiana's 92 counties.

The Indiana Genealogical Society has 406 databases in the Members Only area, covering 86 Indiana counties. More databases will be added over time.

Boone County Society To Discuss Old Cemetery

The Boone County Genealogical Society will meet on Tuesday, October 26 at 6:30 pm at the Thorntown Public Library. Larry Truitt will present a program about the progress on the Old Cemetery. The meeting is open to the public.

Noblesville Library To Hold Ancestry Workshop

The Hamilton East Public Library in Noblesville will hold a workshop, "Using Ancestry Library Edition," on Wednesday, October 27 from 9:30 am to noon in the library's computer training room. In this hands-on workshop, participants will see how to effectively search for their ancestors in the Ancestry Library Edition database. There will be time at the end of the workshop to start your own research.

Registration is required - to register, visit the library's website, or phone (317) 776-6939.

Wednesday, September 29, 2010

State Library To Discuss How To Date Photographs

The Indiana State Library in Indianapolis will hold a free program, "Dating Photographs," on Wednesday, October 27 from 11 am to noon in the library's History Reference Room. The program will discuss the history of photographic processes such as daguerrotypes and tintypes, and clues to help identify the age of any particular image. No registration is required - for more information, visit www.in.gov/library/events.htm or call (317) 232-3675.

State Library To Discuss Indiana Court Records

The Indiana State Library in Indianapolis will hold a free program, "Hear Ye! Hear Ye!," on Wednesday, October 13 from 11 am to noon in the library's History Reference Room. The program will give an overview of the types of genealogical information found in the library's collection of Indiana county court records. No registration is required - for more information, visit www.in.gov/library/events.htm or call (317) 232-3675.

IGS Adds Jasper County 1880 DDD Database To Members-Only

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

Jasper County
--Index to Defective, Dependent & Delinquent Census for Jasper County, Indiana (1880)

NOTE: Please see earlier post for an explanation of the 1880 DDD and its availability on microfilm.

This is a premium database, accessible only to IGS members. It was submitted as part of the 2 for 92 Project, where IGS is committed to adding at least 2 databases for each of Indiana's 92 counties.

The Indiana Genealogical Society has 405 databases in the Members Only area, covering 86 Indiana counties. More databases will be added over time.

Tuesday, September 28, 2010

IGS Thanks Howard County Society For War of 1812 Donation

The Indiana Genealogical Society thanks the Howard County Genealogical Society in Kokomo for their generosity - they have donated $100 to our War of 1812 $10,000 Matching Challenge!

In this challenge - which goes to support the Federation of Genealogical Society's effort to digitize the War of 1812 pension files at the National Archives and make them available online for free - the Indiana Genealogical Society will MATCH any donation made, up to the first $10,000.

More donations are welcome. ANY amount you can give will help - even $5 will digitize 10 pages. Donate online, or send your check (made payable to Indiana Genealogical Society) to:

Indiana Genealogical Society
P.O. Box 10507
Fort Wayne, IN 46852-0507