Henry County Indiana 1997 Queries

Walter Nieber Nov 30 1997 I am seeking information about Kate,Ella PENCE who were living in New Castle about 1883. Their father was David Pence and was living near Daleville, Indiana with their mother. They had a half brother named James Henery Pence who was my Great Grandfather. James Pence had a sister named Eliza who lived near Anderson and a sister named Jane as well as a half brother named John Thomas Pence. David Pence's first wife was Rena Jane Gustin but do not know the second wifes name.

Marilyn Judd Nov 30 1997 JUDD. Calling all JUDDs from Henry County from early 1800s to present.. and all other points in Indiana and most anywhere. Many of us are connected to Thomas JUDD who came to America about 1633 from England. My direct line settled in Dearborn County and then scattered to all parts of Indiana including Henry County.. I would enjoy sharing information with you.

Becky Hargett Nov 27 1997 SHIVELY / SHUFLIN / SHEFLIN John's obituary has the last name of SHIVELY. His first marriage certificate says SHUFLIN; the second marriage certificate says SHEFLIN. Obit states that he lived in Henry Co., IN from about 1835 until July, 1853; then moved to Coastville, MO. Any information on any of these names appreciated.

Dreama0000@aol.com Nov 28 1997 Am interested in talking to anyone with information about Squir FARLEY b. 1807 in Pipestem WVa/Va. Married Mildrew Farmbrough 1827 and d. Feb 27,1837 in Henry Co. He was listed on the 1830 census. Any help would be appreciated.

Robert B. Murray Nov 26 1997 Seeking any information (births of children, deaths etc.) regarding the CONKLIN Family residing in New Castle, Henry Co., IN circa 1924. My aunt, Nellie (Murray) Conklin was born in Lockland, Hamilton Co., OH on 15 Sep 1879 and married Samuel Walter Conklin on 31 Oct 1900 at Dayton, Montgomery Co., OH. Nellie was the daughter of Peter Murray and Henrietta Hannah (Thornell) Murray. Walter was born 18 Feb 1878 in Liberty Twp., Clinton Co., OH to Carpenter Conklin and Mary Miller.

Ballita Schafer Nov 25 1997 RICHARDSON, MAY or MAYS, OVER. Am researching these surnames in Henry co. Nancy Cummins Richardson, dau. of James and Lucy Cummins from WVA, married Samuel C. Richardson ca.1840. They had 5 children, 2 died in infancy, 3 grew up and married. William H. Richardson married Elizabeth Over, 1866 in Henry Co. Catherine Elizabeth married Samuel May or Mays same time. Samuel J. Richardson married after the death of Nancy, 1893 and died without children in 1907.Am looking for Elizabeth May,Mays and William H.Richardson. Would like to know more about Samuel C. Richardson.

Stefanie Hatfield Nov 19 1997 HATFIELD, Henry b: 10 Oct 1908, PA married to ARMSTRONG, Eliza b: 13 Oct 1816, PA
1840 Census: IN, Henry Co, Dudley Twp
1850 Census: IN, Henry Co, Liberty Twp
Children: Isreal, b: abt 1837; Sabra, b: 17 Apr 1839; Ameila, b: 10 Jan 1841; Theodore, b: 12 Sept 1842; AARON, b: 18 Jul 1844, (Civil War in A 124 IN Inf); Sarah Catherine, b: 16 Sept 1846; Mary Ellen, b: 1 Oct 1848; George Enos, b: 31 Aug 1850; Marilla Ann, b: 5 June 1854. Any info welcome!

Joan E. Hostetler Nov 14 1997 Seeking information on Henry County photographers, 1840s-1940s. My list so far includes: Wm. H. Albright, 1880s, New Castle; F.S. Biddle, Middletown; Calvin Budd, 1860, Knightstown; Oliver Charles, 1860s-90s, Knightstown; J. W. Fellows, 1860, Lewisville; J.T. Hickman, 1890s, Springport; C.M. Huddleston & Son, 1860s-90s; J.W.Lowrey, 1850s, Knightstown; Amos McGuire, 1880s/90s, Middletown; Winford Needham, 1870s-90s, New Castle; Sarah J. Parker, 1860s, Knightstown; C. W. Ratliff, 1870s-80s, Spiceland; Miss Mary Swafford, 1860, New Lisbon; Mrs. R. Swain, 1860, Greensboro, C. L. Swingley, 1890s, New Castle; Miss Helen Vanneman, 1864, New Castle.

Tracy Jones Nov 13 1997 Am trying to find info on my ggrandfather, Bruce MASTIN. His son, my grandfather, Rhea (pronounced Ray) Bruce MASTIN, born April 13, 1905 in Henry County, married Thelma Alberta BALL. Bruce MASTIN'S other children include Ivan MASTIN, m. Jenny ?; May MASTIN; Lester MASTIN, m. Alma ?, and fathered Morris MASTIN; Harry MASTIN m. Jeanette ?; Mary MASTIN. Any information on this family would be greatly appreciated.

Joan E. Mickelsen Nov 11 1997 My Great Great Grandparents were married in Henry Co. Sept 11, 1848. they were James H. THOMPSON, & Narcissa KING, Any info on them or their parents would be very much appreciated. Thank you in advance.

Amy Connell Nov 11 1997 I am seeking descendants of Aaron BALLARD who married Nancy Pearson in VA. They moved to Henry County early 1800's. They had a son Peyton Everett Ballard b. Henry Co., who married Jane Spell. I have information on this family and also a photograph.

Amy Connell Nov 11 1997 I am seeking information on William CRANDALL born 1842 in Sulphur Springs, Henry Co., Indiana. His parents were Robert Crandall and Elcy Thompson Crandall. He left Indiana and died in North Dakota. I have not had much luck in finding any information on him. Can anyone help?

Cathy Nov 10 1997 Would like to correspond with anyone researching Hawkins, Perkins, Powell, Moon in Henry county. Happy to trade info; thanks!

Delia Furrer Nov 09 1997 Need information on the MAY, LOCKRIDGE, BURNS Families that resided in Henry County from about 1830's.

Rex Chase Nov 09 1997 Seeking information on death, tombstone of LOVE GERRETT who died in Henry County between 1855 and 1870. Her son, William, lived in Henry County during that time period.

Kyle D. Conrad Nov 06 1997 Researching the following families from Henry and surrounding counties and would like to correspond with other researchers. BALL, HILL, WILSON, HEDRICK, LAMB, LOER or LORE, PICKENS, WIMMER, SMITH, PERRY, HOOVER, LABOYTEAUX. Have information on these families from the Liberty, Stoney Creek, Blue River, and Franklin Township areas.

Kim Cox Oct 31 1997 I am looking for info on Abraham COTMAN/COTTMAN b 1792 (slave to Joshua Hickman) who married Anna Marie Johnson b c1800 (slave to Mr. Newsam). They lived in Henry Co in the early 1830s then moved to Wayne or Randolph Co. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Troy Schmidt Oct 31 1997 Richard PEED; b.1803 Mason Co., KY; m (1) 1832 Elizabeth JAMES?; m (2) 1842 America CLIFT; moved from Mason Co., KY to Henry Co., IN abt.1854. Children: (1) Thomas b.1833, Albert b.1835, William b.1837, (2) Leroy b.1843, Mary Elizabeth b.1846, Hannah Laura b.1849, Jennie b. 1854. Richard PEED had siblings James, Jane, & probably William other possible siblings: Nancy, Dolly, Elizabeth, Margaret, Leroy. Their parents may be Richard PEED and Hannah GRIFFIN. Seeking sources of documentation and descendants of the above to share info.

Sally Gordon Oct 26 1997 Wm. C. HANBY (1815-1889) & wife Hannah Ann FOWLER HANBY (1824-1895), both born OH, are buried in Dudley Twp., Henry Co. Son: Elisha M. m. Matilda WISEHART (both buried Miller Cem. Middletown) (my ggp's). Daus: (1) Hannah Katherine m. Dr. Amos BALLARD (both buried New Lisbon); in 1900 she res. Sulphur Springs w/sons Harvey, Willard BALLARD; (2) Mary F. m. Clarkson BLAND; she was survived by gd Mrs. Albert STEINHILBER & 2 ggd. (3) Elizabeth (bur. New Lisbon) m. James M. MERCER, was survived by sons Charles & William MERCER, daus. Mrs. Enoch NATION of New Castle, Mrs. Henry SECREST of Indianapolis, Mrs. John PENWELL of Tipton. Hope to exchange photographs w/other descendants.

Norma Karter Oct 20 1997 Looking for William Marion DIX. Married Nancy GINN in 1826 in KY> They moved to Henry Co IN about 1836. He married Mary FARMER in 1844. She died the next year. He married Elizabeth HESTON in 1847. They moved to Jefferson Co Kansas in 1857.

Judith H. Coe Mon Oct 13 04:44:04 1997 LINDLEY, Susanna, born Henry County, April 19, 1830, d.o. Tence L. and Martha B. Lindley, married first John Wesley Williams. After his death married Isiah Hullinger in Greentown, Howard Co., IN. Children: Mrs. George (Molly J.) Brannen, Hope, Bartholomew Co., IN, Mrs. Retta Fennel of Indianapolis, Mrs. Electa Garrison of Kokomo, J. E. Williams of Indianapolis, T. L. Williams of Greentown, Joseph Williams of Womble, Arkansas. I would very much like to communicate/exchange information with others researching the Lindley/Williams families. Thank you.

Sherry Neff Mon Oct 13 20:01:34 1997 BILLS,Presley..b.abt 1810-1820.....I am looking for any info about my ggg grandfather..date born,where born, wife's name, siblings, children, parents. I found on the 1840 census for Henry Co, Presley Bills, Solomon Bills and John Bills. Presley went from Indiana to VanBuren Co, IA where my gg grandmother.. Christianna Bills was born 10, May, 1847....Farmington, VanBuren, IA. The census shows that Presley had 5 sons under the age 15, himself, his wife and a female age 50-60. Any help will be greatly appreciated.

Patricia Lay Tue Oct 14 15:48:33 1997 Searching for parents of Sarah A. ICE. According to family bible, she was born January 15, 1834 in Ohio. She does not appear in the 1850 Ohio or Indiana Census; but, on Feb. 5, 1854, she married Andrew J. Warner in Henry County, IN. They had six children, all born in Henry County--George R. b. 1857; James N. b. 1859; Samuel A. b. 1861; David M. b. 1863; Martha E. b. 1865; William E. b. 1867; John b. 1869; Charles b. 1870; and Laura E. b. 1876. Sarah died in 1906 in Daviess County, MO.

Lawrence R. Hoover Thur Oct 16 1997 Hunting for the information of parents of: Catherine RIFE, wife of George HOOVER (Minister of the Church of the Brethren, Fall Creek Church). Born 13 March 1810, Timberville, Rockingham Co, Virginia, died 9 Feb 1900, Henry Co, Indiana, buried in "Bethel Cemetery, Sulphur Springs, Henry Co, Indiana". Any info appreciated.

Susan Mortensen Sat Oct 4 13:38:13 1997 Seeking information on the family of Isaac Lennington. Isaac died in Henry Co. in 1834 and is believed to have had the following children: William, James, Timothy, Marub, Matilda, Abraham, Eliza. Will share information on any LENNINGTON family.

Joseph McCormack Mon Oct 6 10:25:45 1997 WYATT - Henry Co., IN 1862. Family records show Edward WYATT b. May 20, 1787 in VA d. Oct 1862 in Henry Co., IN. Marriage records of Kanawaha Co. VA (now WV) show m. prior to 1813 to Polly TACKETT. Have info on their son James Morgan but nothing on Edward's or Polly's parents.

David ALLEGRETTI Searching for an ELIBETH (CONWELL) NICHOLS who died in Hillsboro, IN 6 jan 1880. I was told in a house fire with a daughter (Sarah?). Elibeth was the wife of WILLIAM H. HICHOLS born 1884 Suffolk Co., NY. William & Elibeth also had a son John born 1877 in Centerville, MD.

Robin Carney Sun Sep 21 20:20:29 1997 CARNEY-SILLS I'm looking for info on Calvin CARNEY, b. 1831 who married Sarah SILLS, b. 1833 in Ohio. Records show they were married in Wells Co, IN. Five children: William, b. 1863, Anna M., b. 1866 Mary E., b. 1869, Alonzo, b. 1872, and Irwin, b. 1876. Calvin's mother was from Ohio, and Sarah's parents were from Pennsylvania. William married Loretta JULIAN 1/21/1888, and Irwin married Emma LOCKWOOD 5/4/1908. Emma's parents were Charles and Mary ROBERTS LOCKWOOD. Any info would be greatly appreciated! THANKS.

Douglas L. Foster Wed Sep 24 14:36:59 1997 Subject: Wayne County, IN Query - John GEBHART 1. John1 GEBHART died October 12, 1886 in Henry Co., IN1. WILL OF JOHN GEBHART (Recorded in Henry County, IN Will Book "F", page 163-65. Children of John GEBHART are: 2 i. Margaret2 GEBHART. She married Solomon BILLHEIMER June 03, 1849 in Wayne County, IN. 3 ii. Sarah GEBHART. She married // RATHFOR. 4 iii. Rachael GEBHART. She married Adam SHAFFER , Jr. November 02, 1854 in Wayne County,IN. 5 iv. Michael GEBHART. He married Lucinda STOMM September 13, 1860 in Wayne County, IN. 6 v. Mary Ann GEBHART, born October 30, 1840 in Lancaster, PA; died January 26, 1902 in Plainsville, IN. She married George Tobias NEISWANGER August 14, 1859 in WayneCounty, IN. 7 vi. William GEBHART. He married Amanda SOUTZ December 13, 1865 in Wayne County, IN. 8 vii. Susanna Jane GEBHART. 9 viii. Cornelius GEBHART, died Bef. August 21, 1882.

Kathleen Rizer Thu Sep 11 16:19:42 1997 Would like information on Seth REGER b. 8 May 1888. He married Rose M. BUNNER on 8 Oct 1910 in Henry Co. Rose Bunner was the daughter of John P. Bunner and Rebecca Peacock. Seth Reger had at least one sone Raymond Reger b. 26 May 1918.

Kathleen Rizer Thu Sep 11 16:22:06 1997 Elzy Springer married Emma Hoober on 20 Aug 1881 in Henry Co. Emma died in 1920 at Springport. When did Elzy Springer die? Did they have any children?

Douglas L. Foster Fri Sep 12 13:18:38 1997 Subject: Henry County Query September 12, 1997 Douglas L. Foster dfoster@apex.net GEBHART, Ida B. b. Indiana (specific location unknown) 1863. Was living with husband, Charles Abraham Rowe, when daughter, Grace Odella Rowe was born in Mooreland, Henry County, IN on April 24, 1885. The family was living in Muncie, Delaware Co., IN at time of 1900 census and probably lived there for the rest of their lives. Was Ida the granddaughter of the John Gebhart who made his will in Henry County, IN on 21 August 1882, probated, 9 November 1886 naming: daughter, Susanna Jane Gebhart, youngest grandchild, Melissa Gebhart, youngest child of my deceased son, Cornelius Gebhart, daughter, Margaret Billheimer, wife of Solomon Billheimer son, Michael Gebhart daughter, Sarah Rothfow (spelling of surname uncertain) daughter Rachel Shaffer children of son Michael: Ida, Mollie, Rachael, Emma and Ora daughter, Mary Ann Niswanger son, William Gebhart children of my deceased son, Cornelius Gebhart: John, Alice & Melissa

Kay Diekemper Sun Sep 14 13:14:17 1997 HENRY COUNTY - WILSON FAMILY Looking for Parents of Russell S. WILSON, born Nov 22, 1885, Middletown, IN. Father believed to be S. WILSON. Any information appreciated.

Dick Burkard Sun Sep 14 18:20:04 1997 Looking for Sarah Anna SNYDER(SNIDER) GARMAN born 1837 Henry cty and her parents Philip SNYDER/SNIDER; Annionette RUSSELL.

Amy Connell Sun Sep 7 16:54:06 1997 I am seeking information in the Dunbar families of Henry County in the late middle to late 1800's. Specifically looking for Richard Dunbar b. 1830 in W.VA. He moved to Indiana about ealry 1850's. Married Lydia Kerlin, had children, Jonah Rea, Victor Lee, and Laura who married Orlando Harvey. Richard's brother John Wesley Dunbar moved to Henry Co, from Giles Co, W.VA, during the Civil War, John was married to Sarah (Houchins) Dunbar. I am seeking information on their father William S. Dunbar, who helped John W. run the "Dunbar Hotel" in Mt. Summit in the late 1880's. Any information would be greatly appreciated. Thanks

Janel Woodbury Sat Sep 6 08:14:25 1997 I'm looking for the parents of Stephen BATISON or BATSON died abt. 1833, buried in the Batson cemetery in Henry Co., IN. Also looking for the parents of his wife Aletha MCDORMAN who later married William MARSH. Her father may be Seth MCDORMAN from NC. Please e-mail me if you have any ideas.

Camilla Page Courts
I'm looking for information about John MILLER and his wife Nancy Jane WILLIAMS, their daughter Lou Cleatus MILLER and her marriage to Euban Brewer PAGE (they were married in Henry County in 1912.) He was from Hendricks County. John MILLER was born in KY. I'm not sure when. Lou Cleatus MILLER was born in IN 12-16-1893. She married Eurban PAGE in 1912. Her mother, Nancy, had been married before and had another child.????? Nancy died when Lou was young. Any information about this woukd be greatly appreciated.

Scotty
Hi, I am in the MILLETT /HICKMAN FAMILIES OF HENRY CO.INDIANA books. It was written by Franklin Miller Jr. I am H-355263. I am looking for anyone who might be in the book. ARCHIBALD MCVICKER and SARAH JANE PERFECT (1814-1889) and (1824-1916) were my GGGrandparents. My GGrandfather, WASHINGTON ARCHIBALD MCVICKER (1850-1890) married ZION SAUNDERS. WASHINGTON MCVICKER was born in Indiana. His sister CAROLINE MCVICKER (1841-1912) was born in Henry Co. and married DAVID AWTRY. Another sister, ELIZABETH MCVICKER (1844-1875) born in Indiana and died in Pella Iowa. She married JAMES WESLEY CHASE (1845-1922). I am looking for any information on who might have been the parents of the older ARCHIBALD MCVICKER. If you have MCVICKER family or are mentioned in the MILLETT/HICKMAN books, I would love to hear from you. My name is Scotty and I live in PA

Robert Moore Wed Aug 27 10:49:09 1997 Ann WATKINS posted querie on 3 Feb 97 re Willam J. WATKINS. Attempts to contact unsuccessful due problem with e-mail address. Please contact me; we may have something in common.

Kathleen Rizer Thu Aug 21 18:30:49 1997 John J. Springer died in Henry Co. Ind. in 1883. He was from Marion Co. West Vir and had married twice there previously. One of his sons marred in Henry Co. This was Elzy Springer married to Emma Hoober. Did John Springer's other children marry in Henry Co. also? These were Virginia Springer - Did she marry Albert Bonner 7 Nov 1879 in Henry Co. Did her brother marry there? - John Springer b. 1858 and Charles Springer b. 1860. Have details on rest of the famly to share.

Kathleen Rizer Thu Aug 21 09:58:49 1997 I would be happy to exchange information on the John Bunner line; the line which descends from his first wife Bashaba Springer. He married his second wife, Mary Emerson in Henry Co. John Bunner and Bashaba Springer had three children: Felix Bunner, Roanna, and Joseph.

Russ Skaggs Wed Aug 20 19:52:44 1997 I am trying to find where a piece of land is in this county. Can anyone help me with this problem. The land is Sec 25 Twp 17 south Range 11 East. My gggg gran father owed this land in 1830. His grave has not been found so I am looking for the old farm and will start my search from there. His name was Joseph Skaggs, wife was a Margaret (Swope) Skaggs. I would like to find where this land is in todays map. Is it farm land, City??????? Thanks for your time and effort!!!

Don Christopher Mon Aug 18 19:17:27 1997 I am seeking information about the parents and siblings of Sarah Pinson CLANTON (b. 1811). She married Jacob A. BROWN in 1830 in Henry Co IN. Jacob A. BROWN (b. 1809 NC) was the son of Moses BROWN (b. 1778 NC) who also lived in Henry Co from 1818 until 1839 when they all moved to MO. Jacob and Sarah had children Emilie Emaline, Elizabeth, Mary(Polly), Charles born in Henry Co.

Georgia Fosberg Aug 10 1997 Georgia Fosberg gorgalee@midwest.net Searching for this family listed in 1850 census of Henry Co IN: Peter HELLMAN/HELMAN, Hannah, Barabary Ann, Elizabeth, Catharine, Susan, Peter & Clara.

Debbie Beechy Sat Aug 9 23:09:19 1997 I am searching for the grave of Sebastian "Boston" BOUSLOUGH who died in Prarie Twp., Henry Co., IN. His death date might be November 28, 1841 or 1831. He supposedly moved to IN. with his brother, John Bouslog , an early settler of Henry Co., IN. Any information on either of these brothers will be very helpful.

William Hampton Adams, I am researching the German/Alsace immigrants George DINGEL (1827-1896) and his wife Catherine DIEG (1834-1911). They had 10 children, four of whom are known to have left descendants: Lewis, William F., Samuel, and Walter. Their other children were: John, George, Mary, Elizabeth, Frank, and Carrie. Would like to hear from all their descendants and other DINGLE/DINGEL researchers who might shed light on George DINGEL's brother who went to Montreal in 1850's or 1860's and lost contact with family.

Michael N. Sapp Fri Jul 25 17:00:39 1997 SAPP, ROGERS - John William Sapp, b. 25-Mar-1836 Madison Co., OH, d. 10- Apr-1922 Big Rapids, MI, m. 13-Oct-1855 New Castle, IN; to Teressa E. Rogers, b. ? d. 10-Mar-1910. At least 4 sons & 1 daughter (George R., John Wesley, Sue Mabel). Sons all probably born in New Castle. More info available. Want to know parents, siblings, and children of John and Teressa. Any other info appreciated. Also, have Civil War memory of John Wesley posted at http://users.aol.com/mnsapp.

Katherine G. Sullivan Sun Jul 27 13:17:53 1997 WHITSEL in Henry Co., Indiana. I am hoping to locate the family of James Henry WHITSEL (c1824 Ohio-after 1860 Ind.). By 1842 he married in Clark Co., Ind. to Indiana DELLINGER. They lived in Fayette Co., Ind. in 1850 and 1860. I've been told Whitsels were in Henry Co. early on. Any assistance appreciated.

John Ragle ; Seeking information on NEWBY family of Henry Co. IN. esp. Abigail Newby, b. 1844; her siblings Reece Newby, Huldah Newby, Daniel Newby b. 1839, Nathan Davis Newby b. 1841, Jesse Davis Newby b. 1847; her parents Thomas Newby b. 1807 NC and Millicent REECE b. 1809 NC.

Donna & Carol We are seeking information on ADAMS who lived in the New Castle area. The names are John, who passed away in 1930 and he was married to Margaret ADAMS who passed away in 1918. They had lived in Hillsboro and are buried in New Castle. They had a really large family, all boys and one girl. Any tips are welcome. Sincerely, Carol(Adams)Shackelford and Donna wood

Katherine G. Sullivan COURTNEY, Henry born c1788 NC. By 1820 was in Knox Co., Indiana and 1830, 1840, 1850 was in Henry Co., Ind. Married 1814 to Elizabeth Dellinger in NC. By 1850 had new wife Sarah born c1801 in NC. Trying to develop information on him in Indiana to tie him back to his Lincoln Co., NC roots. Any assistance appreciated.

Karen Zach Am seeking information and particularly parentage of Della HARVEY, wife of John MUTTERSPAUGH, who died Sept 29, 1918 (b. Sept 1866) in Henry County. Any help appreciated.

Marta Jackson Vaillancourt Wed Jul 2 02:55:07 1997 I am seeking information on the DAUGHERTY family line, some members of which are buried in the Blountsville Cemetery in Stoney Creek Township. Edward DAUGHERTY, born approx 1787 in New Jersey and died ? in Henry Co. IN. Married a Catherine ______? and had brothers Thomas, William , Isaac and a sister Elizabeth DAUGHERTY. Thanks for any help given.

Mary Campbell Mon Jun 30 00:58:19 1997 Surname Oliver,Acord Looking for information on Wesley Oliver that married into the Acord line. Looking for the children from this marriage. Wesley is the brother of my gggg-grandfather Charles Oliver. It has been said that several Oliver's married

Kelly Folkestad Mon Jun 30 08:27:04 1997 I am looking for any information on a saw mill that the Ocker brothers owned in Henry Co., IN and any info on this family.

Jana Broglin Sat Jun 28 07:29:42 1997 DOWNING, HOOTON, ABBOTT, BROWN, SMITH Searching for info on Nancy DOWNING of Mason Co., KY who married James HOOTON. They died in Henry Co in 1829. Abram ABBOTT b c 1817 in PA d in Henry Co. IN. He is in the 1850 census with wife Barbara. Who was she? Alfred BROWN and wife Elizabeth were in Mooreland, Henry Co., IN. They were born in NC. Need parents for both. A son of Alfred and Elizabeth was Henry. He had a bank in Mooreland. Henry married Hannah SMITH, d/o Stephen SMITH and wife Eliza. Need info on SMITH family. Stephen SMITH d 1879. Have no death date for wife Eliza. Thanks for any help with these families.

Linda Bowser Thu Jun 26 21:30:06 1997 Looking for information on JOB GARNER, who was on the 1830 census in Henry County, Indiana. Any info on any GARNERS or GARDNERS would be helpful. Thank you

Jean Getchell Thu Jun 26 18:09:32 1997 My ancestor, Charles Madison, lived in Henry County and most likely died there. (He appears in the 1840 census.) Can anyone tell me, did he leave a will? Who were his children besides Caleb? Any help will be much appreciated.

Ron Vance Sun Jun 26 16:26:06 1997 MYERS/MILLER I am seeking information on the ancestors of Paul MYERS and Priscilla MILLER who were m.abt. 1910 and farmed in the vicinity of Sulphur Springs or Honey Creek. They had three children: Fern Priscilla, Robert, and Francis. Thanks for any replies.

Diane J.Sparling Mon Jun 26 14:43:18 1997 ASHTON,David Dob.1865 Pontypirdd County of Glamorgan Wales Dod.August 10,1932 New Castle, In M.Sarah England b August 1863 m.September 8,1880 Wales dod January 1,1926 New Castle,In Family ThomasThomas Robert dob dec.17,1882 m.Ruth Thomas March 30,1910 in New castle, In Valentine dob apr.4,1882 m Maude Courson Oct.25,1905 Bramwell dob Oct.20,1887 M.Lizzie Jane Davis May 26,1906 New Castle,In These are just a few of the family. I would like to make additional connections to continue the lineage. I am the Granddaughter of T.R. Ashton I would appreciate knowing where to get Newspaper articles of events pertaining to my New Castle Relations. Also how much are copies of vital records Thank you

Keith L. Smith Fri Jun 20 12:22:00 1997 Keesling, Keasling, Kiesling, Keisling, Kissling The Keesling clan arrived in Henry Co circa 1828 from Wayne Co, IN and Preble Co., OH. Have extensive history on the family back to mid 1600's in southern Germany -- Interested in corresponding with descendants and researchers of this family!

Henry County Query Tue Jun 17 17:54:35 1997 I have a few ancestors in this county that I need information on. First I have an Joseph Skaggs b: Va 1777, moved to Henry co. about 1820's, he died there in 1834, was living in Dudley twp. can't find a grave site. Any clues???? Next Michael Swope also came to this county to same twp, Dudley, owed land there. Same problems Isaac Paul also came from Va. and is buried around this area. Any info on these gentelmen or anything on there families would be very helpful, Thanks!!

Richard Baker Sat Jun 7 06:29:56 1997 Any information about the Jacob BRUNK family. 1860 census index shows Jacob BRUNK was in Henry Co. Trying to find out what other family members are with him in that census.

WILLIAM HARROLD Tue Jun 3 14:56:52 1997 I am interesting in corresponding with people related to or interested in the HARROLD rfamily who migrated from Patrick and Carroll Counties ib Virginia and from Surry and Stokes Counties in North Carolina from the 1820 through the following couple of decades. I know that WILLIAM HARROLD moved from Carroll County, Virginia to Henry County, Indiana in th 1820's. But I think some of his nephews may have also. I am particularly interested in ELIJAH HARROLD, LEVI HARROLD, NATHAN HARROLD, ELI HARROLD, JESSE HARROLD and JONATHAN HARROLD HARROLD who may have been in Henry County--or the surrounding counties in this time period, Thank you for your help.

James W. Johnson Sun Jun 1 08:33:19 1997 Looking for information on Quincy A. Johnson. Quincy was borne March 16 1831 in Muskingum Co. Ohio, grew up around Luray IN. Was living in Mooreland IN. when he died in Oct.12 1922. His first wife was Hannah Garrett, his second was Margaret J. Presnell. Trying to find who his parents were.

Gale Freeman Fri May 30 14:41:05 1997 Looking for information on Albert Dewitt Thomas b1875 in Henry Co. He was a blacksmith who also lived in Rush and Fayette counties. He married a widow named Sedella Jones Thomas. I'm trying to find out when they were married.

Darrell Downing Sat May 31 14:05:03 1997 DOWNING I need info on the following people from Henry County:
James Downing m. Hannah Kenney 10-4-1826 Henry Co.
Francis Downing m. Elizabeth Ray 1-31-1833 Henry Co.
John Downing m. Eleanor Cory 8-14-1834 Henry Co.
Nancy Downing m.Jonathan Murphy 1-19-1837 Henry Co.
Need any info on Downings living in Henry Co. between 1825 and 1850

Myron C. Pebbles Tue May 27 00:59:26 1997 I am looking for information for King Reeves who married Eliza Lawrence and they had two daughters. Viola Estella and Harriet Reves. Eliza was the daughter of Peter Lawrence and Sarah Hinshawand she was born in Henry County,Spiceland, IN in 1841.

Thad Wiseheart Sun May 25 14:25:24 1997 I'm looking for and information on WISEHEART/WISEHART in Henry Co. I'm looking for decendants of John WISEHEART, b. 1748, VA, and his sons James, Thomas, and Benjamin. Thomas at least, moved to Henry Co. in 1815. I have over two hundred of his decendants and their spouses documented. I also have some KEESLING of Henry Co and SHULL of Hancock Co. info. Sincere thanks for any help.

Andrew Smith Sun May 25 21:03:39 1997 Mary Alice CANFIELD b. May 7, 1858 in Knightstown of Philander CANFIELD and Polly THOMAS. I just started researching this line. Would appreciate any help.

Rosalyn D. Gibbs Thu May 22 18:12:19 1997 William Pitt RICHARDSON, son of Isaac and Nancy (WILLIAMS) RICHARDSON, was born 25 May 1824 in PA or VA. He was a General in the Civil War and served as the Attorney General of the state of Ohio. He was married to Sarah E. SMITH and moved to New Castle IN, where he died 4 Aug 1886. I am interested in learning about his parent's families. Does anyone know anything about his background? Was he a well known citizen of New Castle? Did his children remain in New Castle?

Robert Sebelist Mon May 19 19:26:27 1997 19 May 1997 Robert Sebelist sawseb@aol.com Information on parentage of Elizabeth LABAR wife of Silas FLETCHER. He died 10 February 1903 ,Franklin(Henry Co) IN. Need bdm dates for Elizabeth. Have some information on Silas but would like more info on his mother & grandmother.Thank you.

Carole Treece Scaggs May 19, 1997 Seeking families of Hiram NORTON, born c.1817 in Indiana, and Nancy PERDUE, born c.1820 in Indiana. Hiram and Nancy have a marriage record in Henry Co., Indiana, recorded 26 October 1837. Their daughter, Louisa, was born in 1839 in Indiana. Hiram and Nancy moved to Union Co., IL, after 1839. I just started researching this line so I don't have much to share. Would appreciate any help on NORTONS and PERDUES.

Ruby Waugh Seeking parents and siblings of William M. Downing, B. @ 1804, Ky. 1st wife, Nancy Petty, 2nd wife, Nancy McClellan. He purchased 40 acres of land April 12, 1834, Blue River Twp., Henry Co., Indiana. Other Downings living near by were James, Francis and Letticia Downing Moore and husband, Jessie. Letticia Moore's parents were William (1770-1810), born Va. and Susanna C. (1770-1860). I would like to make contact with Darrell Downing who submitted a query on Dennis Downing B. 1801 Ky. D. 1837, Henry County Indiana.

WILLIAM HARROLD Mon May 12 13:42:02 1997 I am hoping someone can help me find if ELIJAH HARROLD,(m. NANCY HENDRICKS) b. 1772 or his brother LEVI HARROLD or his brother NATHAN HARROLD, all born in STOKES COUNTY, North Carolina, may have moved to HENRY COUNTY, INDIANA c. 1830 or sjortly afterwards. ELIJAH disappears from the Stokes County Census in 1830. I know that members of the HAROLD family--WILLIAM HARROLD and FRANCES HARROLD--moved to Henry County in the 1820's If there id information in the census records, death records or other places on ELIJAH HARROLD (b. 1772) or his brothers, I would appreciate your getting in touch with me. Thank you very much-- William Harrold

Dorcas M. Hobbs Sun May 11 07:10:49 1997 My grandfather, Harry W. Lukens lived for many years in Henry Co., near Knightstown. He is buried in Glen Cove Cemetery in Knightstown. His obit says he was a member of the United Brethren Church - Mt. Gilead - near Pendleton. I know Pendleton is in Madison Co., but they do not have an active page. I need history/info on above church. Thanks. Dorcas999@aol.com

Janet Davis Sun May 11 13:44:56 1997 I have found out that Margaret STRONG was the mother of Jesse STANSBERRY b. 9/13/1913. It was she that died in the tornado. I'd like to know more about her. She married Jess CARTER right before she died. So I'm looking for information on Margaret STRONG,STANSBERRY,CARTER.

Gregg Burks Wed May 7 23:15:08 1997 Thursday May 8, 1997. Need to get in touch with anyone researching the Jacob Rinker family from Jefferson Township, Henry County. Jacob was born December 25, 1810 and married Cynthianna Clevenger.

Lori Ward Miller Sun Apr 27 18:28:32 1997
Subj: Henry County, Indiana. Surnames SOLIDAY, SCHAUB. Looking for ancestors of Frances Allen Solday and his wife Anna Marie Schaub. Frances worked as a cabinet maker for French and Sons Piano Factory. They had eleven children, only five lived to maturity, and they are Sylvan Glenn, Kenneth Eugene, Richard Miller, Gordon Dale, and Carl Douglas. Anna Marie's parents were Carl Schaub and Anna Marie Mueller. Any information on these two families would be greatly appreciated, and I will gladly share the information that I already have.

Dianne Dayhuff Sun May 4 10:39:12 1997 Searching for info on the family of Daniel BURRIS(1771-1845) and his wife, Mary HORTON(1778-1866)who moved to Henry County, Indiana about 1830 from Highland County,Ohio. They had sixteen children and my husband is descended from their dau. Martha BURRIS who married Joseph B. MASON.

Kathryn LaRue Snider Thu May 1 12:43:28 1997 Seeking info on Ruth Leona BODKIN/BOTKIN b:1898 (sometimes used the name HAMILTON). She married Ray Orville MICHENER in Newcastle, Henry Co.,12 Oct 1919. The marriage license states Ruth was from Muncie and Ray was from Dunreith

Richard PATTON Mon Apr 28 20:24:23 1997 Seeking info on parents of Mahlon (Malen) WEAVER, b 1808 in Virginia. Married Kendacia (Candace) Kenaday (Canaday) 1829 in Rush Cty. 1830 census shows them living in Henry Cty. 1840 census shows them living in Fayette Cty. Married Harriet CUSTARD in 1848 and was in Montgomery Cty at time of 1850 census. Died in 1875 in Crawfordsville, Montgomery Cty.

JANET DAVIS Thu Apr 24 14:46:03 1997 Looking for family information on Jesse William STANSBERRY .Mother died in a tornado in the early 1900's after his birth. Any help ie: newspapers, county records, etc. would be greatly appreciated.

Tom Rhoades Thu Apr 24 17:55:16 1997 Henry County Indiana--RHOADS (RHOADES) In need of drastic help. Franklin Rhoads born 1837 in Pennsylvania apparently came to Henry Co in 1846, but with whom? He married Mary Overholtz in 1873 and lived near Knightstown. He died in 1920. From his death certificate it says his father was John Rhoads from Pennsylvania, but I can't locate his family ever being in Henry Co or Indiana. I don't know who he came to Indiana with. If you know anything of Franklin, please help me out. Thanks.

Em McClure Wed Apr 16 16:13:36 1997 I am looking for any information concerning my Grandfathers parents and any siblings he may have. His name was Lewis John Kincaid and he was born on Ocr. 01, 1872 in Sulphur Springs, IN. in Henry county. His Fathers' name was Robert Wycliffe Kincaid. He married Sarah Josephine Cline. I have no further dates or information so any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance.

Vicki Chrysler Royalty Wed Apr 16 14:00:27 1997 Looking for anyone with information on the following family:
Descendants of Benjamin Kelly;
1 Benjamin KELLY b: Abt 1865
. +Dora LITTLE b: Abt 1865
2 Bertha KELLY
2 Charlie KELLY
2 Hazel KELLY
2 Lydia KELLY
2 Mattie KELLY
2 Clydia Elizabeth KELLY b: July 04, 1889 in Henry County, Spiceland, Indiana d: June 25, 1969
.... +Oliver Claude SUTHERLAND b: August 31, 1882 in South Whitley Co, Indiana d: November 08, 1948 in Terre Haute, Indiana

Joy Miller Sun Apr 13 23:33:59 1997 George Morris and spouse Elsie Crandall found in 1900 census with sons Frank, b. May 1891 and Ollie b. Nov. 1896; this census they were in Henry County Greensboro Twp. In 1910, they were in Hancock county, Brown Twp; George Morris age 53, Elsie B. age 39; Frank E. 16; Ollie K. 13; Robert G. or S. age 8; Clay E. 6; Luceal 4 and Elizabeth 8/12. George died May 1912 and his "spouse" Sarah E. Wilson gave the information at the funeral home. In 1920 census/ there is a Sarah E. Morris age 47; and children listed with her were Clay E. age 16; Eva L.(Luceal) age 14; and Elizabeth 12. I am trying to find descendants from these Morris children. George Morris and my grandfather, Oliver Perry Morris were brothers. I would appreciate any help. Thank you, Joy Miller

Joy Miller Sun Apr 13 23:51:00 1997 Isaac King, spouse Ann___appeared in Hancock County around 1807. Children were: Joshua, Elenor m. Arthur Lewis; Hester m. Samuel P. Hastings; John; Joseph m. Marry Miller 10-10-1831, Hancock CKo., Margaret m. James Lewis; Isaac King, Jr. m. Elizabeth Carr 8-17-1837; Marth Jane md. ____Dennis; Wingate King m. Sarah Miller 11-18-1838; Mary m. Martin Watchel 1-14-1841; Elizabeth m. Josiah Lamb 1-2-1839 and Noah King m. ? Elenor King Lewis d. 11-30-1873; children. John S. Lewis; Wingate K. Lewis and Hettie Ann Lewis and Martha A. Lewis. Arthur Lewis d. 12-15- 1863. I would appreciate any information on the King descendants. Thank you. Joy Miller

Beth Price Sun Apr 13 15:20:52 1997 Elizabeth Barkshire b. 17-9-1818 OH married John Allee 13-5-1841 in Henry Co Died 1853. John was son of Isaac Reed Allee. I would like to know Elizabeth Barshire's parents names. I have have looked at census records cemetery records etc. Could her parents names be in the records of the 10 mile Baptist church records which I do not have access to. Barkshire is also spelled Berkshire. One other marr record appeared in Henry co that maybe a sister Sarah Jane Berkshire - Elihu Ridgeway married 1848. Information about Sarah Jane may be helpful. I would appreciate any help or ideas.

Darrell Downing Thu Apr 10 08:03:08 1997 Subject: HENRY COUNTY QUERY I am looking for information on Dennis Downing B. 1801 Ky. D. 1837 Henry co.In. Married to Mary McCormick. Would like info.on children and possibly copy of death cert. Known children are: Nancy a,James F., Elizabeth, Mary, & Cyntha. There may be two other sons names unknown.

James W Johnson Wed Apr 9 07:06:26 1997 Looking for information on Zopher Johnson, b around June 1st 1787 d Oct 13 1844 married Elizabeth Romine, Aug 16 1810 at Loudoun Co. VA. Elizabeth b around Apr. 12 1789, d Nov 27 1862 both burried in the Lebanon Baptist Cemetery, Prairie Twp. Henry Co. Children John b 1811 VA. Calwell, Zopher, Alvey b Jan-5-1833 OH, George b 1835, Harrison b 1837, three girls and a probably Quincy A. Johnson. Zopher moved from Va; to Muskingum Co. OH. sometime before 1820. In 1836 he bought land at Henry Co. Prairie Twp. Indiana.

Wesley Campbell Mon Apr 7 17:23:15 1997 I am looking for any information on CLEMENTINE WILSON, (married to:) CHARLES WALLSMITH, (parents of:) EVE ESTELLE WALLSMITH, (married to:) ARTHUR McLELAND CAMPBELL, (parents of:) FLOYD WESLEY CAMPBELL, (married to:) ILO MAYNORA KENNEDY, (parents of:) WESLEY EUGENE CAMPBELL,SR. Born...., married..., and death dates would be helpful!!!!

Scotty Roberge Thu Apr 3 16:53:24 1997 Scotty Roberge roberge@pa.net Surnames from Henry County. MCVICKER/McVickers/McVicar, Archibald McVicker, born in 1814 in Virginia, married Zion Saunders in Ohio. They moved on to Montezuma Iowa and then to Henry Co. Indiana. in 1850 Washington Archibald McVicker was born. If anyone has a McVicker in their family line, please contact me. I also am listed in the MILLETT and HICKMAN FAMILIES of HENRY COUNTY, INDIANA, written by Franklin Miller Jr. If you're in the book, let me know. Scotty

Bonnie DesEnfants Thu Apr 3 20:27:58 1997 Bonnie DesEnfants; bonnied@prairieweb.com My gr gr grandparents were Robert and Anna Hartley MITCHELL, who were married 19 Sep 1829 in Henry Co. They had children: William Phebe, Daniel, Thomas, & Perry. Thomas & Perry were killed in the Civil War. My gr grandfather was Daniel b 11 Sep 1834 and married Nancy E. ESTELL 19 Oct 1854 in Henry Co. They moved to NE in 1878. What happened to Phebe? She was on the 1860 Census age 26. Did she marry or did she die before the 1870 Census? Was Anna Hartley the dau of Daniel & Phebe Dille HARTLEY? Any information on this family would be greatly appreciated. I would be happy to exchange information.

Peggy McGee Maness Sat Mar 29 09:24:00 1997 Joshua and Elizabeth Miser Loveless owned land in Rush County by 1831. Joshua Loveless is on the 1830 Rush County population census. Josh and Elizabeth sold their land in 1834. The deed of 1834 says "Joshua and Elizabeth Loveless of Henry County". There is no record of them in Henry County and no additional record that I can find in Rush County. Does anyone have information on this Loveless family. Any help appreciated. Thanks - Peggy McGee Maness Pmmaness@aol.com

Kelly Folkestad Fri Mar 28 23:41:54 1997 Would like to correspond with anyone researching Ocker and Fleming families in Henry Co., IN.

Ken Eckert Sun Mar 23 18:53:31 1997 Seeking any information on Leven WILLIS (Willets) and wife Assena HAZELTON who married on 28-Aug-1822 at Union Co IN. He is on the 1840 Henry Co census and later moved to Dallas County Iowa. Would like information on any WILLIS's and HAZELTON's in Henry & Union Counties 1820-1850.

Ramona Summers Sun Mar 16 20:47:07 1997 1850 Census shows Philander SUMMERS, age 16, (and his sister, Elizabeth, age 18, living with the Zeno Lamb(e) family in Henry County. Who were the parents of Philander & Elizabeth? Could they have been Elijah and Sarah (LAMB) SUMMERS who were married July 29, 1830 in Henry County, Indiana? I believe so, but cannot find the proof. So far have been unable to obtain birh certificate for Philander or find any death records for Sarah. Elijah did remarry in February, 1846 in Rush County. Sarah and Zeno Lamb seem to have come from Kentucky. Elijah was born in Wales (according to 1880 Census) but can find no record of him before his marriage to Sarah in 1830.

William C. Horton Thu Mar 13 20:56:05 1997 Looking for birth record and parents names of Clara Eveline Pearson, Born in Middletown(Henry County), Indiana; date 20 Jan 1866.

Karen Widner Thu Feb 27 20:59:42 1997
I am trying to find the parents of Francis Marion Hayes born 2/16/1844 in Henry Co, Ind. He married Sarah Elizabeth Doran on 8/1/1871. Sarah was born 5/24/1853 in Wayne Co., Ind. They had 11 children. Any help will be greatly appreciated.

Geneva S. Pettit Thu Feb 27 03:43:27 1997
King Solomon Smith married Sarah in Henry County, Ind. in 1858. He was on the 1850 census in Madison County, Ky in 1850. In 1870 his brothers James Smith and Nancy Ann Abrams Smith, Henry Smith and Hulda Abrams Smith along with Jesse L Smith and wife Juria Abrams are in Dunrieth and Spiceland. Jesse L Smith, father of above Smiths. is buried in Old Friends Cemetery Spiceland as is his son-in-law Jefferson Lamb a Civil War veteran. Jesse L. Smith served War Of 1812 from Blount County, Tenn. The Smith name is supposed to have been changed from Schmitt to Smith. Juria Smith Lamb, widow of Jefferson died in Henry County in early 1900's. Will share with anyone with a connection to these lines. Thanks.

Lori Ward Miller Sat Feb 22 19:48:39 1997
Henry County, Indiana. I am searching for decendants of SAMUEL WARD who lived in New Lisbon, his wife was MERCY PAUL. SAMUEL was part owner in a brick and tile factory that was in New Lisbon. I have a photograph of his and MERCY and am willing to share it. Any iformation about them would be greatly appreciated.

Beckie Rawdon Mon Feb 24 13:31:16 1997
I am looking for the SEE family who lived in both Henry and Wayne county IN in very early 1800's. They are descendants of John SEE born 1757 in Virginia and Margaret JARRETT born 1761 in Virginia. I have background on the family. I am looking for information on any descendants.

Jim Gates Tue Feb 25 20:25:39 1997
Surname SHOCKLEY. Iam interested in connectiong with individuals who are researching or descended form this family. The SHOCKLEY"S came to Deleware and Henry counties about 1820.

Charles Dawson Mon Feb 17 20:41:31 1997
Searching for birthplace of John Bert DAWSON, husband of Bernice PELLAM DAWSON, who died circa 1959 and was buried in Knightstown, which was their place of residence at the time of his death. John Bert Dawson's father was Silas DAWSON, birthplace unknown. John and Bernice were the parents of Charles Edward DAWSON, Madelyn Dawson KENNARD, Arthur Gerald DAWSON, Grace DAWSON, Leslie DAWSON and Margaret DAWSON. Any information about this family would be greatly appreciated.

Dick Andis Sun Feb 16 16:55:52 1997
February 16, 1997 Seeking information on death of Margaret MARTS/MARKS KIGER/KYGER who m. William Kiger 2 Mar 1830; believe she died 1836 or 1837; need date of death, location buried. Also information on Rachel RAMBO whom William KIGER married subsequently. Did RAMBO/KIGER have kids? How many, what kind, when? Will share lookups in Putnam & Hancock County.

Chuck Johnson Thu Feb 13 17:35:03 1997 I am trying to find information on the JOHNSON and TALLMAN families who lived in Knightstown, Henry County in the early 1800s. Specific JOHNSON first names are Thomas, James, Chandler, Cyrus and Cyprus JOHNSON. TALLMAN names are Ephraim, David, Stephen and Jonathan TALLMAN. The JOHNSON family came from New England, probably Massachusetts and the TALLMAN family from New York State. Any connections and help would be greatly appreciated. Chuck at Johnson@mail.crosslink.net

Helen McClure Mon Jan 13 01:33:00 1997
Jan. 13, 1997 - Henry Co. Surnames: SMITH, ABRAMS James and Nancy Jane (ABRAMS) SMITH lived in Henry Co. in the 1860-70's. Five of their children are buried in the Hopewell Cemetery. Early in the 1880's they moved to Kansas. James' father, Jessie L. Smith (1794-1875) is buried in Spiceland Cemetery. Nancy's father, Joseph W. Abrams (c. 1808-1876) is buried in the Dunreith Cemetery. Would like to contact others with information about family.

Helen McClure Mon Jan 13 01:45:59 1997
Jan. 13, 1997 - Henry Country Surnames: BUNDY, HESTER, SMITH Jesse BUNDY and Rachel HESTER were Quakers married in Wayne Co. Aug 4, 1825 coming to Henry Co. by 1828. They and three of their children are buried in the Hopewell Cemetery. A son, Enos BUNDY married Joriah SMITH, daughter of James and Nancy (ABRAMS) SMITH, Dec. 10, 1872. Enos and Joriah moved to Kansas in the early 1880's. Would like to correspond with any who have information or are interested in these families.

Patrick Murphy Thu Jan 16 14:17:40 1997
Looking for parents of Richard Gerald MURPHY, b. Sept. 20, 1898 in Knightstown, IN.

Walter John Kiger Thu Jan 16 23:22:29 1997
HENRY COUNTY QUERY I am looking for information on the union of William Wiekle Kiger/Kyger and Margaret Marks, which would have been abt 1830/1833. I belive shortly after they were married in Henry County Indiana, they moved to Gallia County Ohio. Any information would be most appreciated.

Richard Burke Mon Jan 27 17:01:00 1997
Henry Co.query looking for info. on Harrison Harvey b.Nov.1840 Ind. m.1866 Anna Liza Phegley--childern Elmore--John--Carrie b.Mar. 27,1871--Lula Forence b.Jan.24,1873--Ira Allen b.Feb.1880-- Jennie b.Oct.1885--James Madison b.Nov.1886. Any help Appreciated Thanks Richard Burke

SUE MARSH Fri Jan 31 13:04:55 1997
Desire infromation on family of WILLIAM F. KING b. 18 June 1858, Union Town, Jackson, Indiana d. 11 February 1913 at Indianapolis Indiana, and wife ELLA MELISSA REEVES, b. 19 February 1859, Knightstown, Henry Co. Indiana; d. 25 January 1939; Edgewood, Indiana. Both buried at Crown Hill Cemetery, Indianapolis, Indiana. Children: GRACE E. KING b. April 11, 1881, Indiana, BERY A. KING b. November 1883, Indiana; GROVER CLEVELAND KING d. 15 April, 1885, Wayne, Henry Co. Indiana; LILLIE P. KING b. 11 April 1885, Indiana; DALE R. KING b. 26 March, 1887, Henry Co. Indiana; MAMIE S. KING b. 18 November 1888, Henry Co. Indiana; RUSSELL HUBBERT KING b. 22 July, 1891; Knightstown, Henry Co. Indiana, d. 15 June, 1942, San Francisco, CA. m. ELLA MABLE MATLOCK b. 4 March 1891, Indianapolis, Indiana, d. 11 September 1914, Indianapolis, Indiana, buried at Crown Hill Cemetery, Indianapolis, Indiana. ROBERT R. KING b. December 1893, Marion Co. Indiana ; LUCY KING b. 18 January 1896, Marion Co. Indiana; ELLA M. KING d. 14 September, 1914, Indianapolis, Indiana.

SUE MARSH Fri Jan 31 13:21:53 1997
Desire information on OLIVE JANE (MUSGRAVE) MATLOCK b. 21 October 1851/58, Indianapolis, Marion Co. Indiana, d. 4 October ,1939, m. CHARLES EDGAR MATLOCK b. June 1854, Danville, Hendricks Co. Indiana, d. 11 March, 1916, Indianapolis, Indiana, both buried at Crown Hill Cemetery, Indianapolis, Indiana. Children: EDGAR W. MATLOCK b. March 1879, Indianapolis, Indiana, d. March 1938, Indianapolis, Indidna; HARRY MUSGRAVE MATLOCK b. August 1886, Indianapolis, Indiana, d. 4 March, 1936, m. GOLDIE FRANK; ELLA MABLE MATLOCK b. 4 March ,1891, Indianapolis, Indiana, d. 11 September 1914, Indianapolis, Indiana, m. RUSSELL HUBBERT KING b.22 July, 1891, Knightstown, Henry Co. Indiana. d. 15 June 1942, San Francisco, CA.

Ann Watkins Mon Feb 3 16:00:02 1997
Looking for the parents of William J. WATKINS who was born in 1822 in either Indiana or Virginia (depending on which census one reads). He married Sarah Jane HUDSON of Ohio in Randolph Co, Indiana in 1845. In 1850 they were living in Waltz Township, Wabash Co, Indiana. About 1853, they moved to Iowa. Their children were Elizabeth, James, John, David, Newton, Mary, Winfield, Charles, Robert Douglas, George, and Sanford. I suspect his parents may have been Thomas Watkins and Betsey WISEHEART originally of Montgomery Co, VA who moved to Henry Co, Indiana about 1820. Alsa Bade Watkins was a brother of Thomas. I have lots of information to share and am lacking only the proof that William is indeed the son of Thomas and Betsey. Thank you in advance for any information you can send me. Ann Watkins

Doug Redelman Tue Feb 4 22:04:19 1997
Surname CARTER Searching for descendants of Benjamin Franklin Carter (3-11-1888 -- 1958) and Mary May Crim (6-24-1893 -- ?). From Henry County birth records, they had daughter Ethel (4-14-1915 -- 1928), son Clarence (10-27-1913 -- ?) and unknown daughter (3-24-1918 -- ?), plus other children??

Bebe (Hayes) Garcia Fri Feb 7 21:27:22 1997
George Washington HAYES, born 1829 in Rutherford County, TN, married Elizabeth Maholah PUCKETT. His father could have been John HAYES or William HAYES born about 1795 in VA. His mother was Lydia, possibly SIMS. They were in Indiana in 1825 as one of their sons was born there. Their children were James HAYES, b 1825 in Indiana; married EMILY; John M. HAYS, born 1826 in Alabama, married Rebecca L. VAUGHAN, Robert D. HAYS, b TN; Martha E. HAYES, b 1834 in TN, married Benjamin F. PUCKETT; Amos HAYES, married Delilah TAYLOR, Thomas HAYES, and my George Washington HAYES. Any information would be greatly appreciated.

Meg Gentry Bookout Sat Feb 8 07:49:40 1997
WEST I am looking for info on Thomas W. WEST, born in Indiana, unknown county, in 1835. He married Mary A. ? from Tennessee, and they lived near Nixa, Missouri and had had least 7 children, one of whom was my great great grandmother, Missouri Tennessee WEST. I found him in the 1880 Christian County, MO census, but don't have anything else on him, other than his dates: 1835-1883, buried in Payne Cemetery, NW of Nixa, MO. Thanks!

Donald M. Ricks Sun Jan 5 18:10:47 1997
RICKS/RILEY/LANE Researching for publication in "The Descendants of Jonas Ricks (of Guilford Co., NC) and Other Ricks Families in America." There were several members of this RICKS families in Henry Co., after 1850, that migrated from Preble Co., Oh., about 1830-40. They were originally from Guilford Co., N.C. Gwin RILEY, wife of William, was the sister of Thomas RICKS who died in Preble Co., about 1830. Contact me if you have information, or see my home page for futher information: Ricks Home Page

Cheryl Trowbridge-Taylor Fri Jan 10 05:37:31 1997
Benjamin BROWER b. abt 1815 OH and Elizabeth BETCHEL b.abt 1816 IN married at WAYNE County, IN in 1837 & settled in Stony Creek Twp. of Henry County. Elizabeth is the daughter of Samuel Bechtel/BECKTELL & Barbara BALTIMORE. Ben & "Betty" had 13 children as follows: Aaron b.1838 m. Eliza Woods Frank b.? Susan b.1839 Abe b.? Mary b.1842 Bill b.? Elizabeth b.1844 Ann & Nancy b.1847 m. (1)Thomas Jefferson SISK; (2)Charles Abraham RILEY
Barbara b.1855 Johnie b.? Moses b.1857 & George b.1853 Some of these children married in Henry & Delaware Counties. Would like to fill in the lines of the children (I have most spouses). Need to know parents of Benjamin Related families are said to be PAUL; HOOVER, FOWLER, & LACY from the same area.

Arleen Woods Sat Jan 11 12:11:06 1997
Looking for parents of Sarah HOBSON who married Hugh CARROLL, Henry Co., 1822. Also naturalization information on HUGH CARROLL, SR. According to the Index to Indiana Naturalization Records, p. 22, HUGH CARROLL, SR became a citizen in Henry county Circuit court and the info is in Vol. A, p. 167 of the Indiana Naturalization Records. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Nancy D. Choina Sun Jan 12 11:03:09 1997
I am looking for any information on Lundy`s from Mooreland in Henry county

Sabra Briere Wed Jan 22 14:25:08 1997
Looking for Leisures -- specifically Claude Leisure Also, for Pearsons (I believe that's the correct spelling) -- ancestors of Lura, married to the above Claude Claude and Lura owned a farm outside New Castle until Claude's death in 1959.

Martha Michael Wed Jan 22 17:42:28 1997
Joel Baker b. abt 1806 m. Elizabeth Dempsey Botetrout Co, VA 1 Sep 1828 arr IN 1835, in 1850 census Henry Co IN cannot find after this date. Children William H 1829-1905,my grandfather, John R b 1831, Lewis M. b 1833, George b 1836, Martha b 1838, Sarah C b 1840, James b 1842, Virginia E b 1845 and Mary Susan b 1848. Where did Joel go after Indiana resident?

Teresa Parks Bernard Thu Jan 23 00:32:28 1997
Searching for any information on Floyd Levon Earl PARKS, b. 1905, Grant Co, IN. His parents were Ott(o) Parks & Ida COFFEL. Ida married Samuel MCGRAW in 1906 and later moved to Richmond, IN where they raised Floyd and their children, as well. Floyd lived in the Richmond area until he moved to Waco, TX where he died in 1973. He had one son - Earl Edward Parks, b. 1937, Wayne Co, IN. We believe there's another son, as well. Possibly living in California, Texas or Indiana. Information on any one of this family will be greatly appreciated. Please forward any information to jbernar2@ix.netcom.com Thank you, in advance.

Cheryl Trowbridge-Taylor Sat Jan 25 06:35:42 1997
Phillip BALTIMORE b.1770 d.1842@ Henry County IN. He & wife Mary had several children in Carl, Union County, IN, one daughter, Barbara b.abt 1796 married Samuel BECHTEL (aka Becktell)in Wayne Co IN, one of the children of Sam & Barbara was Elizabeth BECHTEL b.1816 @ Wayne Co married Benjamin BROWER in 1837, another daughter, Carolyn married Alfred LACY b.1830 NC. All of these families moved to Stony Creek Twp of Henry County IN by 1840 & 1850. By the 1880's the Brower & Lacy children have descendants living in Delaware Co IN.

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