Tuesday, September 16, 2008

Charles & Pearl (Beals) Lambertson family

This undated photograph is of the Charles & Pearl (Beals) Lambertson family. Front row (L-R) : Pauline Lambertson, Leona Lambertson, Elizabeth Lambertson. Back row (L-R) Pearl (Beals) Lambertson, Charles Lambertson.

Charles & Pearl (Beals) Lambertson family

This undated photograph is of (L-R) Paul Lambertson, Pearl (Beals) Lambertson, Charles Lambertson and Elizabeth Lambertson.

Clemon Lambertson on Whisler Farm

This 1916 photograph is of Clemon Beals Lambertson taken at the Whisler farm.

Clemon & Helen (Duncan) Lambertson




This December 26, 1960 photo is of Clemon & Helen (Duncan) Lambertson.

Gathering Rosebuds

GATHER ye rosebuds while ye may,

Old Time is still a-flying:

And this same flower that smiles to-day

To-morrow will be dying.

Robert Herrick's poem has never rang more true for me in these past few days. Although I have been working on my family history since I was a young Boy Scout, there is much that I've yet to discover, and as each day passes opportunities may be lost.

This year our family reunion was postponed, and then canceled due to too many medical issues in the family. Between surgeries and diagnosis of cancer, my paternal aunts and uncles have been dealing with quite a bit of problems this year. Just last month, my mother found out that she had breast cancer. Fortunately, it was detected quickly, and the tests came back negatively for lymph node spread, but it is still a wake up call for the family.

I need to make a concentrated effort to have my family members write down as much about the family history - the stories that make our ancestors "real" people and not just names and dates. Few in the family are as excited as I am about genealogy, and if I don't do it now, this generation will pass on and more memories will be lost.

This past month the paper in Alexandria had two obituaries in the same edition for members of my extended Pierce family. There are still many twigs and branches on the family tree that I've yet to discover and/or flesh out.

While I have the opportunity to do research on my lunch hours in the hometown library of my maternal ancestors, I need to take advantage of the time and start gathering the rosebuds. The Lord may call me away from this area someday and make it more difficult to research these families. Over the years, I've thought that I had my maternal branches pretty well figured out. Now I'm discovering that there is still more to be gathered.

Gather those rosebuds - today.

Clemon & June Lambertson family




This undated photograph shows the Clemon & June (Gilliland) Lambertson family. Clemon is holding son, Floyd, and standing next to him is son Harold.

Clemon Lambertson family




This undated photograph shows the Clemon Lambertson family. Back row (L-R) Ruby Lambertson being held by Clemon Lambertson, June (Gilliland) Lambertson. Front row (L-R) Floyd Lambertson, Bonnie Lambertson, Harold Lambertson.

Monday, September 15, 2008

Tagged with Blogger Love





Recently my blog was tagged by Becky Wiseman at Kinexxions with the I "heart" your blog meme that is going through the genea-blogosphere.











The rules associated with this particular tag include that the tagged blogger can :

  • can put the logo on his/her blog
  • must link to the person who gave the award
  • must nominate seven other blogs and link to them
  • must leave a comment on each of the nominated blogs
The blogs that I've enjoyed reading include :

AnceStories : The Stories of My Ancestors by Miriam Robbins Midkiff
Genealogy Roots Blog by Joe Beine
The Practical Archivist by Sally Jacobs
TransylvanianDutch Genealogy by John Newmark
Donna's Genealogy Blog by Donna Moughty
Life in Possum Holler by Carolyn Earle Billingsley, PhD.
Memory Lane by sashafaith

Obituary : Elizabeth (Poe) Beals (1856-1935)

Source : Tipton Daily Tribune, Tipton, Indiana, September 28, 1935, page 4.

DIED AT GREENTOWN

Mrs. Elizabeth Beals, 79, Succumbed to Stroke of Paralysis.

Mrs. Elizabeth Beals, 79, widow of the late N.T. Beals of Cicero, died at the home of a daughter Mrs. Charles Lambertson near Greentown Friday morning death being due to a stroke of paralysis, suffered four weeks ago. Short services are to be held Sunday morning at 10:00 at Greentown and the body will be taken to Cicero where services will be held in the Methodist church at 2:30 o'clock with the Rev. Polly Couch-Bowman in charge.

Mrs. Beals was a long time resident of the Cicero community and aside from the one daughter there are no other close relatives.


Elizabeth was my maternal 3rd-great grandmother. She was buried in the Cicero City Cemetery, Cicero, Hamilton County, Indiana.

Sunday, September 14, 2008

VINE : Vital Information Exchange

The VINE : Vital Information Exchange is a colleciton of vital records and local history from Indiana libraries, historical and genealogical societies and other related agencies. Recently, I was directed to their site and was quite pleased with what I found.

Although not every county in the state was represented, enough of them in my areas of research were, and I was able to find some potential leads for further research. Lately, newspaper research has become an area of concern for me and through the VINE database I was able to locate information regarding an obituary for an ancestor that I didn't know existed.

For example, I searched for records of the BEALS line and was able to determine that the Tipton Daily Tribune had published an obituary for Elizabeth BEALS on 9/28/1935 page 4. Previously, I had only that she had died in September 1935 in my database. By writing to the Tipton County, Indiana library, I was able to obtain her obituary and add another fact to my database. Since Elizabeth was buried in Hamilton County and her death had been listed in my database as "near Greentown, Howard County", I would not have thought to search in Tipton County.

I found it quite easy to search for obituary records for a particular surname, and the number of hits I received in return made it a site that I will be returning to as I continue to research. Particularly for me, ancestors in Hamilton County, Indiana are listed in this database as the Hamilton East Public Library is a participating member.

Hopefully, other libraries in Indiana will join with VINE to increase the availability of genealogical data to the community.

Saturday, September 13, 2008

Consistency in Place Names

One of the things that I've been doing recently with my database is trying to structure my place name list in a more consistent manner. In the past, I've always used the two character postal codes used here in the U.S. for state names, such as IN for Indiana. However, I've recently decided that I like the look and feel of writing out my place names : Indiana, USA. So, I've been working for several weeks off and on behind the scenes to update my place names in RootsMagic.

Most of my database is from the United States, and the lines that do stretch into Europe are not fleshed out enough to be of any consequence. By writing out the place names, I will avoid the confusion of such abbreviations as AK (is it Arkansas or Alaska?) and possibly make it easier for search engines to find my data. Once I've updated them all, I will resubmit a new GEDCOM to WorldConnect to see how the database looks.

I have used the country abbreviation, USA, for all events that have taken place in the United States since it was formed, in areas that have always been part of the country. For example, events that occurred in the 13 original colonies or in those states that later became part of the Confederacy, I have just left as they are : Virginia or New York. Later, I hope to be able to go back and look at key facts in these places and on an individual basis give them more detail, i.e. Massachusetts Bay Colony or New Sweden, dependant on the historical time frame.

RootsMagic gives you the option of placing longitude and latitude for each place name. Eventually, I may give that information for places that are used repeatedly in my data. RootsMagic also gives you plenty of room to write a descriptive field about the place, which will come in handy to give the details of the history of how counties, states, etc. were formed.

Perhaps this is just my fancy, but how do others handle their place names?

Thursday, September 11, 2008

Back to School

It has been quite awhile since I've posted anything, but that doesn't mean I haven't been busy. Between work situations and outside activities (gardening, yardwork, etc.), I've managed to keep myself occupied. Now that fall is here and it's time to go back to school, I'm entering a new phase in my life.

I have decided to go back to school and pursue an MBA through Indiana Wesleyan University's LEAP program. So, for the next two years I will have to learn how to study while trying to maintain some continuity. Fortunately, my wife is behind this decision 100%, as I couldn't do this without her.

Genealogically, I don't know what effect this will have on my research - I do know that some things will have to be put aside in order to study.

Thursday, August 14, 2008

Obituary : Vivian Harting (1920-2000)

Source : Elwood, Indiana Call-Leader, October 27, 2000


Vivian "June" (Dailey) Harting, 80, of Elwood, died early today at St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis.

Born July 7, 1920, in Elwood, she was the daughter of Marvin and Erma Hayes Dailey.

She married Kenneth Harting December 21, 1940.

She was a member of the Central Wesleyan Church.

Survivors include her husband; a daughter, LeAnn McCormick of Manteno, Ill.; two brothers, Merrill Dailey of Anderson and Gene Dailey of Deer Lodge, Tenn.; eight grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; a daughter, Judy Huntsberger; a son, Tim Harting; a brother, Warren Dailey and a sister Carol French.

Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Monday at Dunnichay Funeral Home, with the Rev. Matt Miller officiating. Burial will be in the Elwood City Cemetery.

Friends may call from 2 to 6 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Central Wesleyan Church.

Obituary : Erma V. Dailey (1902-1949)

Source : Elwood, Indiana Call-Leader, November 2, 1949

Mrs. Erma Dailey Dies Tuesday At Her Farm Home

Mrs. Erma V. Dailey, 47, died at 6:40 p.m. Tuesday at her home on route 1 Elwood. She had been ill for several months.

Born near Frankton May 9, 1902, she was the daughter of John and Cora Reason Hays. She was married to Marvin Dailey.

Survivors besides the husband are a daughter, Mrs. June Harting, Elwood, and at home Carrol, Merrill, Warren, and Marvin. There are three grandchildren, one sister, Mrs. Faye Adams, Covington, Ky., and two brothers, Ivan Hays, Newport, Ky., and Gerald Hays, Elwood.

Mrs. Dailey was a member of the Frankton Christian church.

The body was taken to Jackley funeral home where friends may call after 7 o'clock tonight.
Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Friday at the Church of the Nazarene with Rev. Leonard Wright of Bluffton and Rev. Dee Henderson of Elwood officiating. Burial will be in the Huntsville cemetery.

Obituary : Virgil Lee Wright (1894-1972)



Source : Elwood, Indiana Call-Leader, Monday, March 27, 1972


Alexandria - Virgil Lee Wright, 77, route four, Alexandria, died Saturday at the Bradford nursing home following an extended illness.

He was a lifetime resident of Alexandria and had been a farmer in the Alexandria area.

He was married in 1915, his wife, Edna, died in 1968.

Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. Clara High and Mrs. Barbara Webster both of Alexandria; one son William of Alexandria; six grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held 10 a.m. Tuesday at the Karl M. Kyle funeral home with the Rev. Edwin Clark officiating. Burial will be in the Park View cemetery.

Friends may call at the funeral home after 4 p.m. today.

Friday, August 08, 2008

Obituary : Elias Groendyke (1818-1906)

Through the help of the Elwood, IN Public Library, I was able to locate the obituary of my maternal 4th-great grandfather, Elias GROENENDYKE or GROENDYKE.

Source : Elwood, IN Call-Leader, Friday, May 25, 1906


Died at Greenville

Elias Groendyke, an early settler of Pipecreek township, and fir [sic] many years living near Frankton, who removed to Ohio, some time ago, died at Greenville. He was an old timer of this county and taught school many years, pioneers of the present day being his pupils. He was the father of the first wife of Tom Moore: of htis [sic] city. The funeral took place today as [sic] Greenville.

Tuesday, July 08, 2008

Find A Grave Memorial : Virgil Lee Wright (1894-1972)

I've created a Find A Grave memorial for my maternal great-grandfather, Virgil Lee Wright (1894-1972) who is buried in Park View Cemetery in Alexandria, Madison Co., IN, along with his wife, Edna Muriel (Pierce) Wright.



Virgil was born July 6, 1894 in Madison Co., IN and died March 25, 1972 in Madison Co., IN. He was the son of John William and Ellen (King) Wright. Virgil married Edna Muriel Pierce on June 19, 1915 in Alexandria, Madison Co., IN.

Gloria Wright Receives Highest Award - May 31, 1960



This photograph of Gloria Wright, with parents William Lee and Bonnie Mae (Lambertson) Wright, appeared on the front page of the Alexandria, IN Time-Tribune on Tuesday, May 31, 1960. Gloria was recognized for obtaining the Curved Bar, the highest award given in the Girl Scouts.

Obituary : Joseph Wright (1838-1919)

From: Alexandria, IN Times-Tribune, September 16, 1919



JOSEPH WRIGH DIES AT COUNTRY HOME SOUTH CITY



Well-Known Farmer of Madison County Expires This Afternoon After Illness of Heart Trouble - Was Oldest Member of Masonic Lodge Here


Joseph Wright, age eighty nine years, one of the best known farmers in Madison county, expired this afternoon at 12:40 o'clock, following an extended illness of heart trouble, at the home two miles south of Alexandria.
The funeral service will be conducted Thursday afternoon at 3 o'clock from the home, in charge of the local lodge of Masons and burial will follow in the Odd Fellow cemetery here.
The surviving relatives are the wife, Mrs. Dorothy Wright, four sons, James, Charles, and John, all residing in this vicinity, and Edward Wright, of Columbia City, and one daughter, Mrs. Daisy Fox, of Anderson. Eighteen grandchildren and six great-grandchildren also survive.
Mr. Wright came to Madison county as early as 1865 from Brown county Ohio. He settled on a farm south of the city, where he resided for a long number of years.
At the time of his death, Mr. Wright was the oldest member of the Alexandria lodge of Masons and that order will have full charge of the last sad rites on Thursday afternoon.



From : Alexandria Times-Tribune, September 18, 1919




Body of Joseph Wright Laid to Rest Today

With a large number of friends and relatives in attendance, the funeral of Joseph Wright, well known Monroe township farmer, who lived just south of the city for a great number of years, was conducted this afternoon at 3 o'clock at the home, in charge of the local lodge of Masons. The pallbearers were : Dr. A.E. Harlan, Dr. O.S. Coffin, V. Free, Riley Perry and George Kelly. Rev. George Winfrey preached the funeral service and burial followed in the I.O.O.F. cemetery.

Virgil Lee and Edna Muriel (Pierce) Wright - 1960


This is a June 19, 1960 photograph of Virgil Lee and Edna Muriel (Pierce) Wright, taken for their 45th wedding anniversary.

Virgil Lee & Edna Muriel (Pierce) Wright - 1960



This is a December 23, 1960 photograph of Virgil Lee and Edna Muriel (Pierce) Wright.

50th Wedding Anniversary - Virgil & Edna Wright (1965)


This photograph was taken at the 50th wedding anniversary of Virgil Lee and Edna Muriel (Pierce) Wright. Pictured here with them are their grandchildren.
Front row : Jeff Webster, Alan Webster. Middle row : Charlie High, Virgil Wright, Edna Wright, Gloria Wright. Back row : Terry Wright, Phil High

Virgil Lee & Edna Muriel (Pierce) Wright - 1962


This 1962 photograph of Virgil Lee and Edna Muriel (Pierce) Wright appears to have been taken around Christmas time.

Virgil & Edna Wright with Barbara




This undated photograph shows Virgil Lee and Edna Muriel (Pierce) Wright with daughter, Barbara Lou Wright.

Lafayette Twp. School Graduation - June 22, 1913





This is a June 22, 1913 photograph of the graduating class of the Lafayette Township school in Madison Co., IN. My maternal great-grandmother, Edna Muriel Pierce, is the third from the left.




Edna was the daughter of William Francis and Clara (Pennisten) Pierce.

Clara Ellen Wright & horse



This undated photograph shows my maternal great-aunt, Clara Ellen Wright with her horse, Daisy June.

Virgil Wright's Country School - Madison Co., IN



This undated photograph is of the school Virgil Lee Wright attended as a boy. Virgil is the third boy from the right. The school was located on 900 North beyond 300 West on the curve in the road.

Joseph Wright home - Ferguson Road


This undated photograph is of the Joseph Wright home on Ferguson Road, Monroe Twp., Madison Co., IN. Though not written on the back, I am assuming that Joseph and his second wife, Dortha, were the couple in the photograph.

Wright home - Orestes, IN


This undated photograph is of the house in Orestes, Madison Co., IN where Virgil Lee Wright was born. Unfortunately, the names of the family members outside are not written on the back.

Wright Family Reunion


This undated photograph is of a Wright family reunion, presumably held at the home of Joseph Wright on Ferguson Road.
The back of the photo identifies my maternal great-grandfather, Virgil Lee Wright, as being in the first row, the first one from the right, standing with his mother behind him. Since Virgil was born in 1894, this reunion probably took place in the 1910s.

Edna Muriel (Pierce) Wright


This undated photograph shows my maternal great-grandmother, Edna Muriel (Pierce) Wright, cooking dinner in the kitchen of their farmhouse.

Virgil Wright and Lawrence Spence



This undated photograph shows my maternal great-grandfather, Virgil Lee Wright with uncle Lawrence Spence. Lawrence was an uncle by marriage, being married to Jessie (Pennisten) Spence, the aunt of Virgil's wife, Edna Muriel (Pierce) Wright

Monday, July 07, 2008

Chester Arthur Wright & Virgil Lee Wright postcard






This photo postcard shows brothers Chester Arthur and Virgil Lee Wright, sons of John William and Ellen (King) Wright. The postcard appears to have been sent by their cousin Fred Wright. Unfortunately, I cannot make out the postmark to get the exact date.




Fred Wright was the son of Charles Riggs and Bertha (Leonard) Wright. He was a first cousin of Virgil and Chester.


Sunday, July 06, 2008

Lawrence & Jessie Spence with Charles High - 1947



This January 1947 photograph is of Jessie (Pennisten) Spence and husband Lawrence Spence, with great-grandnephew Charles High.
On the back of the photo is written "Aunt Jessie died Feb. 27 1948. Uncle Lawrence died Mar. 28 1961. This was 14 yrs. after this picture taken."
Jessie Pennisten was the daughter of John and Jane Ann (Alderman) Pennisten. Lawrence Spence was the son of Thomas and Suzan (Berry) Spence. Charles was the son of John and Clara Ellen (Wright) High.

Saturday, July 05, 2008

Wedding Day : Clara Ellen Wright & John High (December 8, 1945)




This photograph is of John High and Clara Ellen Wright's wedding, taken December 8, 1945. Standing with them is Bonnie (Lambertson) Wright, Clara Ellen's sister-in-law.


Barbara Wright & horse



This undated photograph shows my maternal greataunt, Barbara Wright, on her horse, which appears to be named "Babe", from the writing on the top of the photograph.

Barbara was the daughter of Virgil Lee and Edna Muriel (Pierce) Wright.

Virgil Lee Wright



This undated photograph of my maternal great-grandfather Virgil Lee Wright shows him looking his best. The film appears to be from the same roll as the photos at his wife's funeral, so I wonder if that is when this photo was taken.

Wright Family Gathering



This undated photograph shows a Wright family gathering. In the front row, kneeling are Barbara Wright and Terry Wright. In the second row are Edna (Pierce) Wright, Bonnie (Lambertson) Wright, Clara (Wright) High and John High. In the third row are Virgil Wright and William Wright.

Edna Muriel "Peach" (Pierce) Wright





This undated photograph is of my maternal great-grandmother, Edna Muriel "Peach" (Pierce) Wright (1897-1968).


Edna was the daughter of William Francis and Clara (Pennisten) Pierce.

Friday, July 04, 2008

Virgil Lee Wright (b. 1894)






These undated photographs are of my maternal great-grandfather, Virgil Lee Wright, born July 6, 1894 in Madison Co., IN, the son of John William and Ellen (King) Wright.

50th Wedding Anniversary - Virgil & Edna Wright


This photograph was taken in June 1965 at a celebration honoring the 50th wedding anniversary of Virgil Lee and Edna Muriel (Pierce) Wright. They are pictured here with their children.

(L-R) Clara Ellen (Wright) High, Virgil Lee Wright, William Lee Wright, Edna Muriel (Pierce) Wright, Barbara Lou (Wright) Webster.

Virgil Lee Wright and Edna Muriel Pierce were married on June 19, 1915 in Alexandria, Madison Co., IN.

Terry Wright, Gloria Wright & Charlie High photo



This undated photograph is of Terry Wright, holding sister Gloria Wright, along with cousin Charlie High. With the Christmas tree in the background, this photo must be taken around December 1947.

Wright and High Family photo





This undated photograph at a family gathering shows John High, Clara Ellen (Wright) High, Bonnie (Lambertson) Wright, William Wright. Clara Ellen is holding son, Charlie High, and Bonnie is holding daughter Gloria Wright. In the front is Terry Wright.



Virgil Wright and Melissa High


This undated photograph is of my maternal great-grandfather, Virgil Lee Wright, along with his granddaughter, Melissa Sue High.


Birthday Party : Clara Ellen (Wright) High



This undated photograph appears to be a birthday celebration for Clara Ellen (Wright) High. If you look closely at the cake, you can make out "Happy Birthday Clara Ellen."



In the photo, from back row, left to right, are Virgil Wright, Clara Ellen High, Edna Wright. In the front are Clara Ellen's children, Charlie and Phil High.

Virgil Lee Wright & Barbara Lou Wright photo




This undated photograph is of Virgil Lee Wright and daughter, Barbara Lou Wright, next to the family car.

Clara Ellen Wright & Barbara Lou Wright



This undated photo is of sisters Clara Ellen Wright and Barbara Lou Wright. Just after the tear, you can make out the word "church", and it does appear to be a Sunday morning "going to church"-type of photograph.

Clara Ellen and Barbara Lou were my maternal great-aunts, the daughters of Virgil Lee and Edna Muriel (Pierce) Wright.

Edna Muriel (Pierce) Wright (1897-1968) Funeral Photos





Funeral photos of my maternal great-grandmother, Edna Muriel (Pierce) Wright. The photos are undated, but her she passed away on March 3, 1968, a Sunday, and the funeral was held on Wednesday, according to her obituary in the Alexandria Times-Tribune.

Thursday, July 03, 2008

Certificate of Promotion - Virgil Wright (1912)


Above is the certificate of promotion to high school of my maternal great-grandfather, Virgil Lee Wright (1894-1972) from the Monroe Township Public Schools of Madison County, Indiana.
Virgil was the son of John William and Ellen (King) Wright.

Muriel Wright Photo - Alexandria, IN

My great-grandmother, Edna Muriel (Pierce) Wright appears in this undated photograph, along with several other ladies. The photo does not indicate where it was taken or what they were doing. Those identified are from left-to-right : Maude Clevenger, Mrs. Thurston, Muriel Wright, Gert Cooper, and Tillie Hughes.

Monday, June 23, 2008

Computer Crash of 2008

Well, my PC has crashed over the weekend, and I don't know if it was fatal yet as far as genealogy was concerned.

If you've ever had a crash, you understand the sinking feeling in my gut right now. Even with backups, you never can recover everything.

About 5-6 years ago, I had a crash and lost quite a bit of pictures and a couple of months of data that I had input into FamilyTree Maker. After that experience, I became more diligent about backing up my family data.

I love the benefits of technology and computers to organize and disseminate information, but hate the reality that data can be lost. The same could happen to paper files in a flood or a fire. I'm convinced more than ever that I need to share more data, make more copies and send to libraries, etc. so that in the event of a catastrophe, all is not lost.

Update 7/1/08 : My hard drive lost its' partition, so it was a total loss. Fortunately, my database files were backed up at WorldConnect and I had burned CDs of most of the family pictures, etc. You can believe that I will be even more diligent about backing up my data in the future.

Wednesday, May 21, 2008

Lawrence Spence household - Madison Co., IN

The Lawrence SPENCE household appears in the 1930 census of Alexandria, Madison Co., IN. Lawrence was my maternal 2nd-great granduncle, husband of Jessie PENNISTEN, and the son of Thomas and Suzan (BERRY) SPENCE.

In 1930, Lawrenece was aged 67 with no occupation, and owned his home that was valued at $2200. He was married at age 56, was born in Indiana, and both of his parents were born in Delaware. His wife, Jessie, was aged 59, born in Indiana, with both parents born in Indiana. She was married at age 49.

Lawrence was retired from a long career in the military. They had no children.

Lawrence SPENCE b. January 18, 1863 Madison Co., IN., d. March 29, 1961 Indianapolis, Marion Co., IN., m. September 24, 1920 Anderson, Madison Co., IN., to Jessie PENNISTEN, daughter of John and Jane Ann (ALDERMAN) PENNISTEN. Jessie b. September 9, 1870 Madison Co., IN., d. February 27, 1948 Alexandria, Madison Co., IN.

Tuesday, May 20, 2008

Samuel Snively household - Butler Co., OH & Madison Co., IN

The Samuel SNIVELY household appears in the 1870 census of Butler Co., OH and the 1900-1910 census of Madison Co., IN. Samuel was my maternal 3rd-great granduncle, the husband of Mary S. LAMBERTSON.

In the 1870 census of Wayne Twp., Butler Co., OH, Samuel is a 27 year old Farmer, born in Ohio, with a personal estate valued at $1500. Wife Mary was 28 years old, keeping house, born in Indiana. Their son Henry, aged 5, was born in Illinois, and daughter Maude, aged 2, was born in Ohio. Mary's sister, Ella LAMBERTSON, aged 19, was also living with them.

In the 1900 census of Duck Creek Twp., Madison Co., IN., Samuel was a 57 year old Farmer, born August 1842 Ohio, with both parents born in Pennsylvania. He owned his home free of mortgage, and had been married for 36 years. Wife Mary S. was aged 59 years, born December 1840 in Indiana, with both parents born in New Jersey. Their son, Darrell, aged 18, born April 1882 in Ohio, was still living at home.

In the 1910 census of Duck Creek Twp., Madison Co., IN., Samuel was a 67 year old Fruit merchant, born in Ohio, with both parents born in Pennsylvania. Wife Mary was 68 years old, the mother of 6 children; 5 of whom were still living. Son Darrell was a 27 year old horseman, living with them as well.

Samuel SNIVELY b. August 1842 Ohio, d. after 1920, m. November 28, 1863 Butler Co., OH to Mary S. LAMBERTSON, daughter of John and Sarah A. (WILLSON) LAMBERTSON. Mary b. December 25, 1840 Franklin Co., IN., d. after 1920.

Known children of Samuel and Mary S. (LAMBERTSON) SNIVELY are as follows :
i. Darling SNIVELY
ii. Henry H. SNIVELY b. November 28, 1864 Peoria, IL, m. 1891 Madison Co., IN to Maggie GEBHART.
iii. Maude SNIVELY b. ca. 1868 Ohio, m. Paul BURNS.
iv. Thomas SNIVELY
v. Zadie SNIVELY
vi. Darrell SNIVELY b. April 1882 Ohio, d. after April 6, 1910

Thursday, May 15, 2008

William P. Smith household - Jay Co., IN & Richardson Co., NE

The William P. SMITH household appears in the 1860 census of Madison Twp., Jay Co., IN and the 1870 census of Humboldt, Richardson Co., NE. William was my paternal 3rd great-grandfather, the son of Jacob and Jane (ELLIOTT) SMITH.

In the 1860 census, William is a 44 year-old Campbellite Minister, born in Ohio, with a personal estate valued at $200. His wife, Prudence, was aged 43 and also born in Ohio. Children in the family included : John, aged 17, born in Indiana; Olive, aged 13, born in Michigan; and Tilson, aged 10, born in Michigan.

In the 1870 census, William is listed as a 55 year-old Farmer, born in Ohio, with real estate valued at $800 and a personal estate valued at $150. Wife Prudence was listed as aged 54, and born in Ohio. Son Tillson, aged 20, born in Michigan, was working on the farm.

William P. SMITH b. July 25, 1815 Clark Co., OH, d. April 19, 1894 Salamonia, Jay Co., IN., m. October 3, 1836 to Prudence MAXSON, daughter of Jesse and Sarah (SUTTON) MAXSON. Prudence b. June 15, 1817 Greene Co., OH., d. February 22, 1890 Salamonia, Jay Co., IN.

Known children of William P. and Prudence (MAXSON) SMITH are as follows :
i. Jacob G. SMITH b. July 12, 1837 Jay Co., IN
ii. John H. SMITH b. October 3, 1842 Jay Co., IN., d. after 1860 census
iii. Olive Jane SMITH b. June 23, 1846 Cass Co., MI, d. January 6, 1913 Portland, Jay Co., IN., m. William P. WEHRLY.
iv. Hosea Tilson SMITH b. September 25, 1849 Cass Co., MI., d. after 1870 census

Jacob Smith household - Hardin Co., IA

The Jacob SMITH household appears in the 1860 census of Eldora Twp., Hardin Co., IA. Jacob is my paternal 4th great grandfather.

In the 1860 census, he is listed as "J. SMITH", a 68 year-old Farmer, born in New Jersey with a personal estate valued at $300. His wife, "J. SMITH", was a 68 year-old female born in Georgia.

My research notes state that Jacob and Jane (ELLIOTT) SMITH moved to Iowa in the mid 1850's and died in Hardin Co. Their son, William P., was my ancestor, though this line needs more work before I am confident that I have the correct family.

Wednesday, May 14, 2008

Lester Sigler household - Madison Co., IN

The Lester SIGLER household appears in the 1930 census of Pipecreek Twp., Madison Co., IN. Lester was my maternal 2nd cousin 3 times removed, the son of John H. and Nelia (KIMMERLING) SIGLER.

In 1930, Lester was a 34 year old Farmer, born in Indiana, who owned his home and a radio. He was married at age 21 and both of his parents were born in Indiana. Wife Irene was aged 33 years, married at age 18 and both of her parents were also born in Indiana. They had two children : Jack L., aged 12 and Daniel L., aged 4 11/12 years, both at home attending school.

Lester SIGLER b. January 28, 1895 Madison Co., IN., d. July 6, 1978 Elwood, Madison Co., IN., m. April 22, 1916 Madison Co., IN to Irene WEDELL, daughter of Daniel and Cora (McHARGUE) WEDELL. Irene b. ca. 1897 Indiana, d. before 1978.

Known children of Lester and Irene (WEDELL) SIGLER are as follows :
i. Jack L. SIGLER b. ca. 1918 Madison Co., IN.
ii. Daniel L. SIGLER b. ca. 1925 Madison Co., IN, m. Sarah BANNISTER

Tuesday, May 13, 2008

Daniel Sigler household - Madison Co., IN

The Daniel SIGLER household appears in the 1870 and 1900 census of Elwood, Madison Co., IN. Daniel was my maternal third-great granduncle, the husband of Minerva PIERCE, and the son of Daniel and Elizabeth (SHANK) SIGLER.

In the 1870 census, Daniel was a 27 year old Physician, born in Indiana, with a personal estate valued at $250. His wife, Minerva, was aged 22 and born in Indiana. They had a daughter, aged 1, whose name appeared illegible to me. More research needs to be done to determine what her name was.

In the 1900 census, Daniel was a Physician, aged 56, born May 1844, and had been married for 31 years. He was born in Indiana and both of his parents were born in Virginia. Wife Minerva was aged 52, born December 1847, and was the mother of 2 children, 1 who was still living. She was born in Indiana and her father was born in Vermont and mother in New Jersey. Daughter Vivian, aged 11, born April 1889 in Indiana, was at school.

Dr. Daniel SIGLER b. May 1844 Indiana, d. after 1900 census, m. December 31, 1868 Madison Co., IN to Minerva PIERCE, daughter of Francis S. and Rebecca (PAGE) PIERCE. Minerva b. December 6, 1846 Indiana, d. August 31, 1902 Elwood, Madison Co., IN. Daniel married secondly to Mary.
Known children of Dr. Daniel and Minerva (PIERCE) SIGLER are as follows :
i. [daughter] SIGLER b. ca. 1869 Indiana, d. before 1880
ii. Bert Vernon SIGLER b. September 23, 1872 Elwood, Madison Co., IN., d. December 23, 1892 Elwood, Madison Co., IN.
iii. Vivian SIGLER b. April 1889 Indiana, d. after 1900 census

Monday, May 05, 2008

Andrew J. Sigler household - Madison Co., IN

The Andrew J. SIGLER household appears in the 1910 and 1920 census of Elwood, Pipecreek Twp., Madison Co., IN. Andrew was my third great-granduncle, the husband of Almina P. PIERCE, and the son of Daniel and Elizabeth (SHANK) SIGLER.

In the 1910 census, Andrew is listed as a 64 year old retired farmer, born in Indiana, with both parents born in Virginia. He had been married for 42 years and could read and write. Wife Minnie was aged 60 years, born in Indiana, with father born in Vermont and mother born in Indiana. She was the mother of three children, two of whom were still living.

In the 1920 census, "Jack" was listed as 73 years old, owned his home free of mortgage, and had no occupation. Wife Mina was listed as 69 years old, born in Indiana, with both parents born in Indiana.

Andrew Jackson SIGLER b. March 8, 1846 Indiana, d. after 1920 census, m. September 3, 1868 Madison Co., IN to Almira P. PIERCE, daughter of Francis S. and Rebecca (PAGE) PIERCE. Almira b. March 8, 1849 Indiana, d. 1926 Madison Co., IN.
Known children of Andrew Jackson and Almira P. (PIERCE) SIGLER are as follows :
i. John H. SIGLER b. February 8, 1869 Madison Co., IN., d. December 6, 1956 Lakeland, FL, m. Nelia KIMMERLING, m(2) Elizabeth ________
ii. Josephine SIGLER b. 1872 Madison Co., IN, d. after 1957, m. Otis H. WAYMIRE
iii. Jerry A. SIGLER b. July 20, 1872
iv. Charles SIGLER b. December 14, 1874 Madison Co., IN

Friday, May 02, 2008

Hiram Shirk household - St. Joseph Co., IN

The Hiram R. SHIRK household appears in the 1900 census of Liberty Twp., St. Joseph Co., IN. Hiram was the fourth husband of Mary Jane RIDDLE, who was the widow of my maternal 3rd-great grandfather, Ezekiel Cooper CHEW. I have not been able to yet determine Hiram's connection with my other SHIRK/SHERRICK relatives.

Hiram appears as 60 year old farmer, born May 1840 in Pennsylvania, with both parents born in Pennsylvania. He could read and write and had been married for 6 years. Wife Mary was aged 54, born December 1845 in Indiana, with her father born in Tennessee and mother born in Ohio. Hiram's step-son, Wiley CHEW, aged 11, born June 1888 in Indiana, was attending school. There was a servant living in the household, Harry ALBERT, aged 19, born in Indiana.

Hiram R. SHIRK b. May 1840 Pennsylvania, d. after June 16, 1900 St. Joseph Co., IN., m. ca. 1894 to Mary Jane RIDDLE, daughter of Wiley and Miranda M. (PRICE) RIDDLE. Mary b. December 28, 1845 St. Joseph Co., IN., d. 1921.

Thursday, May 01, 2008

Weldon J. Sherrick household - Ashland Co., OH

The Weldon J. SHERRICK household appears in the 1900-1920 census of Ashland Co., OH. Weldon was my paternal 2nd-great granduncle, the son of David and Susan (JACOBS) SHERRICK.

In the 1900 census, Weldon is living in the 4th ward of the city of Ashland. His occupation was listed as a veterinary surgeon. He was 41 years of age, born July 1858 in Ohio, with both parents born in Pennsylvania. His home was mortgaged. Wife Pauline B. was aged 38, born September 1861 in Ohio, with her father also born in Ohio and her mother born in Germany. She was the mother of one child who was still living. Their son, Edward, aged 17, was attending school, born in Ohio in December of 1882.

In the 1910 census, Weldon was still living in the 4th ward of Ashland. He was listed as 52 years of age, born in Ohio, married on his 1st marriage, with father born in Pennsylvania and mother born in Ohio. His wife was listed as Ella J., age 49, 1st marriage, married 30 years, mother of 1 child who was still living.born Ohio; her father born Ohio and mother born in Germany.

In the 1920 census, Weldon was again still in the 4th ward of Ashland. He was listed as 61 years of age, born in Ohio with both parents born in Pennsylvania. He was still working as a veterinary surgeon. His wife, Ella, aged 58, was listed as being born in Ohio and both father and mother born in Pennsylvania.

Either Weldon had two wives, or the census taker took down the wrong name for his wife in the 1900 census.

Wednesday, April 30, 2008

David Sherrick household - Medina Co., OH

The David SHERRICK household appears in the 1870 census of Harrisville Twp., Medina Co., OH. David was my paternal third great-grandfather, the son of David and Eve (________) SHERRICK.

David was listed as a 47 year old farmer, born in Pennsylvania, with real estate valued at $5080 and a personal estate of $1100. His wife, Emma, aged 37, was born in Pennsylvania and keeping house. Children in the household included : Amanda, aged 26; William, aged 17; Abram L., aged 14; Weldon, aged 12; and Margaret, aged 10; all born in Ohio.

David SHERRICK b. October 18, 1823 York Co., PA., d. September 30, 1914 Ashland, Ashland Co., OH., m. March 23, 1843 Wayne Co., OH., to Susan JACOBS, daughter of David and Barbara (BYERS) JACOBS; m(2) after 1864 to Amy BYERS; m(3) after 1883 to Margaret ZIMMERMAN. First wife Susan b. August 18, 1825 York Co., PA., d. February 24, 1864 Ashland Co., OH; second wife Amy b. November 26, 1832 York Co., PA., d. December 30, 1883 Ashland Co., OH; third wife Margaret d. 1911.

Children of David and Susan (JACOBS) SHERRICK are as follows :
i. Mary Jane SHERRICK b. January 13, 1844 Ashland Co., OH., d. January 15, 1916 Jay Co., IN., m. George Washington HALEY m(2) Robert N. KIMBLE.
ii. Amanda Matilda SHERRICK b. 1845 Ohio, m. ________ OVERS
iii. Catherine B. SHERRICK b. 1846 Ohio m. Eli OVERS
iv. Almira SHERRICK b. 1849 Ohio d. ca. 1854 Ohio
v. William W. SHERRICK b. ca. 1853 Ohio
vi. Abraham L. SHERRICK b. June 19, 1856 Ohio, d. 1917 Ashland Co., OH, m. Ruth THOMAS.
vii. Weldon J. SHERRICK b. July 1858 Ohio, d. February 29, 1936 Ashland Co., OH., m. Pauline B. _______
viii. Margaret A. SHERRICK b. ca. 1860 Ohio
ix. Alice SHERRICK m. ________ BOWERS

Tuesday, April 29, 2008

David Sherrick household - Ashland Co., OH

The David SHERRICK family appears in the 1870 census of Vermillion Twp., Ashland Co., OH. David was my paternal fourth great-grandfather, the son of David and Barbara (ERB) SHIRK.

David is listed as an 80 year-old farmer, born in Pennsylvania, with real estate valued at $5040 and a personal estate valued at $1620. His granddaughter, Amanda, aged 26, born in Ohio, was also living with him during this census.

David SHERRICK b. ca. 1787 Pennsylvania, m. ca. 1823 to Eve _______. Eve b. ca. 1785 Pennsylvania, d. March 31, 1862 Ashland Co., OH.

Known children of David and Eve (________) SHERRICK :
i. David SHERRICK b. October 18, 1823 York Co., PA, d. September 30, 1914 Ashland Co., OH., m. Susan JACOBS, m(2) Amy BYERS, m(3) Margaret ZIMMERMAN

Friday, April 25, 2008

Obituary : Lillian Pierce (1902-1921)

Thanks to the the fine staff at the Anderson, IN Public Library, I now have copies of the obituaries of my maternal great-grandaunt, Lillian PIERCE. Prior to obtaining the obits, I only knew that she died in 1921 from her tombstone. A search of the obituary database from the Anderson Daily Bulletin at their website allowed me to find an obituary and request a copy. The staff sent me more - including other local papers' copy.

From : Alexandria, IN Times-Tribune, Friday, August 12, 1921, p. 1

LILLIAN PIERCE AFTER LONG ILLNESS PASSES AWAY

Death Comes to Lovable Young Woman at Home of Father Thursday Evening

Miss Lillian Pierce, daughter of County Commissioner William Pierce, passed away yesterday evening at 5:30 o'clock at her father's home, 4 miles south of Alexandria at the age of 18 years, 10 months and 29 days, after an illness of 21 months of tuberculosis.

About a year and a half ago Miss Pierce was operated upon at the Home Hospital, and for a time was treated at the Alexandria Hospital. Everything possible was done by her loving father to help the young lady to regain her health, but all to no avail.

Miss Lillian will be greatly missed by her parents and all who knew her on account of her sweet and lovable disposition. To know her was to love her.

Miss Pierce, who knew her end was at hand, was cheerful to the last, and yesterday morning called Rev. Herbert Boase to her bedside and planned all funeral arrangements. She selected the pall bearers, flower carriers, and other details. Rev. E.C. Dunn, who baptised her, will conduct the funeral services at her selection and will be assisted by Rev. Boase.

The funeral will be held Sunday afternoon at 3:00 o'clock at the family home, and the interment will be at Maplewood cemetery, Anderson.

Miss Pierce is the daughter of Wm. Pierce by his first wife, who was Clara M. Peniston. The deceased is survived by her father, step-mother, one brother, Herman Pierce; one sister, Mrs. Virgil Wright; one half-sister, Nehesta, and three half-brothers, McClellan, Cloyd and Charles.

The funeral will be carried out just as planned by Miss Pierce yesterday.



From : Anderson, IN Herald, Friday, August 12, 1921, p. 1.

DEATH OF MISS LILLIAN PIERCE

Daughter of County Board Member Outlines Funeral Arrangements

Burial Sunday Afternoon

Special to the Herald.

Alexandria, Ind. Aug. 11 - Miss Lillian Pierce, age 18, daughter of William F. Pierce, county commissioner, four miles south of Alexandria, died of tuberculosis at 5:30 p.m. Thursday.

Miss Pierce called Rev. Herbert Boaze, pastor of the Alexandria M.E. church, to her bedside today and outlined all of the arrangements for her funeral, which will take place at the home at 3 p.m. Sunday. The services will be conducted by Rev. E.G. Dunn, of Oklahoma, who is in Alexandria on a visit. He baptized her when she united with the church. Rev. Boaze will assist. Burial will be in Maplewood cemetery at Anderson.

Besides her father, Miss Pierce is survived by a step-mother, Mrs. Clara Pierce; a brother, Herman Pierce; one sister, Mrs. Virgil Wright, and a half sister and three half brothers.



From : Anderson, IN Daily Bulletin, Saturday, August 13, 1921, p. 1

DYING WISH OF YOUNG LADY TO BE CARRIED OUT

Alexandria, Aug. 13 - Miss Lillian Pierce, 18 year-old daughter of William F. Pierce, county commissioner, living four miles southwest of Alexandria, died Thursday evening at 5:30 at the family residence. Miss Pierce was employed in the office of the Alexandria creamery until her illness. Rev. Herbert Boase was called to her bedside Thursday and she made all arrangements for the funeral, which will be held at the home on Sunday afternoon at 3 o'clock, in charge of Rev. E.C. Dunn of Oklahoma, who baptized her and received her into church membership while she was in the Alexandria hospital. Rev. Boase will also assist in the services. Burial will be made in Maplewood cemetery at Anderson. Besides her father she is survived by a stepmother, one brother, Herman Pierce; one sister, Mrs. Virgil Wright, a half sister and three half brothers.



From : Alexandria, IN Times-Tribune, Saturday, August 13, 1921, p. 1.

MISS LILLIAN PIERCE TO BE BURIED SUNDAY AT 3 P.M.

The funeral of Miss Lillian Pierce will be held tomorrow afternoon at 3 o'clock at the home of her father, Wm. Pierce, 4 miles south of the city. The services will be conducted by Rev. E.C. Dunn, assisted by Rev. Herbert Boase. The funeral will be conducted as planned by Miss Pierce on the morning she died. Interment will follow at the West Maplewood cemetery, Anderson. The funeral will no doubt be largely attended owing to the popularity of the young woman, who was the daughter of County Commissioner William Pierce.



From : Alexandria, IN Times-Tribune, Monday, August 15, 1921, p. 1.

LILLIAN PIERCE IS LAID AWAY IN HER LONG LAST SLEEP

Many Attend Funeral Yesterday Afternoon - Interment at Anderson Cemetery

The funeral of Miss Lillian Pierce was held at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. William Pierce, four miles south of this city, Sunday afternoon at three o'clock, and was one of the largest funerals ever held in that community. The funeral was conducted just as had been planned by Miss Pierce on the morning of her death.

Rev. E.C. Dunn conducted the services, using for his text the 14th chapter of John, first verse: "Let not your heart be troubled, ye believe in God, believe also in Me." He spoke of Christ going away, and of His interest in His disciples - how much He loved them, and that His desire was that they still believe in Him as their Saviour and Friend. Jesus was going away to be with His Father. He said : "I will not leave you comfortless." How true it is. He has been with us in spirit and power, to comfort us, and keep us near Him in life. He spoke tenderly of Miss Pierce, and how her face did shine with the glory of God when she was received into the church, and how resigned she has been since that time. He felt if she could only speak, she would say, "Let not your heart be troubled, have faith in Jesus." He will not leave you comfortless, but He will come unto you. We can not always understand, but Jesus said, "What I do thou knowest not now, but thou shalt know hereafter."

Rev. Herbert Boase concluded the services at the home with a short sermon and prayer. The remains were then taken to the family burial plot in the West Maplewood cemetery at Anderson, where interment took place. The grave was lined with white and pink gladiolas and surrounding the grave were placed over two dozen beautiful floral designs. The casket, a peach bloom plush, was then placed over the grave, when the commital service was conducted as the body was lowered into its last resting place.

The floral offerings were beautiful and were carried by Gladys Fuller, Ruth Osborn, Floy Johnson, Lena Maddox, Ada Starr, Sarah Pierce, Daisy Whetsel, Pauline Jarrett, Nellie Maddox, Virginia Hollowell, Deva Gritton, Marie Pierce, Ethel Watson and Opal Hensley.

The pallbearers were Ruth Schwinn, Mildred Bristol, Ruby Stephenson, Dess Hollowell, Katherine Martin, Bernice Stephenson, assisted by John Johnson and Lyman Jones. The singing at the home consisted of two duets by Mrs. Harold Day and Miss Mildred Dunn, namely, "Does Jesus Care?" and "Will the Circle be Unbroken." Mrs. Harold Day sang as a solo, "Face to Face." Miss Katherine Keller accompanied the singers on the piano.

Tuesday, April 22, 2008

Lorenzo Sherman household - Licking Co., OH & Jay Co. IN

The Lorenzo SHERMAN household appears in the 1860 census of St. Albans Twp., Licking Co., OH and the 1870 census of Wayne Twp., Jay Co., IN. Lorenzo was my paternal 3rd-great uncle, husband to Sophia Polly MOULTON, daughter of Selah and Lydia (FENNEL) MOULTON. He was the son of Shubael and Phebe (________) SHERMAN.

In the 1860 census, Lorenzo was a 47 year old farmer, born in Vermont, with real estate valued at $2100 and a personal estate valued at $400. Wife Sophia was listed as aged 37 and also born in Vermont. The children listed in the family were : Warren, aged 18, born in Ohio; Sarah, aged 17, born in Ohio; Reuben, aged 15, born in Ohio; Sophia, aged 12, born in Ohio; Emma, aged 10, born in Ohio; Anna, aged 7; born in Ohio; and Celestia, aged 5, born in Ohio.

In the 1870 census, Lorenzo was a 59 year old farmer, born in Vermont, with real estate valued at $4000 and a personal estate valued at $600. Wife Sophia P. was aged 47 and also born in Vermont. The children living with the family were : Sophia, aged 22, born in Ohio; Anna, aged 16, born in Ohio; Celestia, age 15, born in Ohio; and Charles, aged 8, born in Ohio.

The family must have moved to Jay Co., after Charles was born (1862) and more likely after the Civil War, along with other members of the Sherman and Moulton families.

Lorenzo SHERMAN b. ca 1811 Vermont, d. after 1880 census Jay Co., IN., m. April 1841 in Licking Co., OH to Sophia Polly MOULTON, daughter of Selah and Lydia (FENNEL) MOULTON. Sophia b. February 27, 1823 Rutland Co., VT, d. December 7, 1907 Jay Co., IN.
Known children of Lorenzo and Sophia Polly (MOULTON) SHERMAN are as follows :
i. Warren S. SHERMAN b. April 21, 1842 Licking Co., OH, d. after June 28, 1870, m. Margaret I. SPADE.
ii. Sarah SHERMAN b. ca. 1843 OH, d. after June 20, 1860
iii. Reuben SHERMAN b. ca. 1845 OH, d. after June 20, 1860
iv. Sophia SHERMAN b. ca. 1848 OH, d. after June 28, 1870
v. Emma SHERMAN b. ca. 1850 OH, d. between Jun 20, 1860 and June 28, 1870
vi. Anna SHERMAN b. ca. 1853 OH, d. after June 28, 1870
vii. Celestia SHERMAN b. ca. 1855 OH, d. after June 28, 1870
viii. Charles SHERMAN b. ca. 1862 OH, d. after June 28, 1870

Monday, April 21, 2008

Isaac S. Poe household - Hamilton Co., IN & Norton Co., KS

The Isaac S. POE household appears in the 1870 census of Washington Twp., Hamilton Co., IN. Isaac was my maternal fourth great-grandfather, the son of John W. and Elizabeth (RAINS) POE.

Isaac was a 37 year-old farmer, born in North Carolina, with real estate valued at $5900 and a personal estate valued at $782. His wife, Hannah, was also aged 37, and was born in Indiana. Children in the household included : Elizabeth, aged 13; Henry, aged 12; Pleasant, aged 9; Origin, aged 7; and Charles, aged 4 - all of whom were born in Indiana.

In the 1900 census of Norton, Norton Co., KS Isaac was listed as aged 66, born October 1833 in North Carolina, with his father born in Virginia and his mother born in Tennessee. He owned his home free of mortgage and could read and write. Wife Hannah was born January 1833 in Indiana, with both parents born in Tennessee. She was listed as the mother of 6 children, all of whom were still living.

Isaac S. POE b. August 20, 1830 Chatham Co., NC., d. November 20, 1909 Norton, Norton Co., KS m. August 11, 1855 Monrovia, Morgan Co., IN to Hannah MILLS, daughter of Henry and Hannah (WOODWARD) MILLS. Hannah b. January 9, 1833 Morgan Co., IN., d. March 9, 1914 Norton, Norton Co., KS.

Children of Isaac S. and Hannah (MILLS) POE are as follows :
i. Elizabeth Caroline POE b. September 26, 1856 Morgan Co., IN., d. September 1935 Howard Co., IN., m. Nathan Thomas BEALS
ii. Henry Mills POE b. April 3, 1858 Morgan Co., IN, d. after 1920 census
iii. Francis W. POE b. August 11, 1858 Morgan Co., IN., d. October 6, 1862 Morgan Co., IN.
iv. Pleasant E. POE b. April 3, 1861 Morgan Co., IN., d. after 1920 census
v. Origin M. POE b. December 5, 1862 Morgan Co., IN., d. after 1910 census
vi. Charles Morton POE b. April 4, 1866 Morgan Co., IN., d. after 1920 census, m. Minnie _____
vii. Curtis W. POE b. May 24, 1874 Hamilton Co., IN., d. February 14, 1952 Boulder, Boulder Co., CO., m. Lillian S. PHEBUS

Saturday, March 08, 2008

Henry M. Poe household - Norton Co., KS

The Henry Mills POE household appears in the 1900 census of Norton, Norton Co., KS. Henry was my maternal 3rd-great granduncle, the son of Isaac S. and Hannah (MILLS) POE.

Henry is listed as a 42 year old insurance agent, born in Indiana, and married. His father was listed as born in North Carolina and mother in Tennessee. However, no wife is listed with the household. A son, Charles R., age 11, born in Kansas, is living with him and attending school.

Nearby is the household of an Emily I. POE, divorced, aged 36, born in Kansas, who is the mother of 3 children with two living. Living with her is a daughter, Edna A., aged 12, born in Kansas.

Because they are listed nearby, it is my opinion that Henry and Emily were previously married, but more research will need to be done to confirm. By the 1910 census, Henry was living with his widowed mother, and Emily had moved to another county.

Curtis W. Poe household - Norton Co., KS

The Curtis W. POE family appears in the 1900 census of Norton, Norton Co., KS. Curtis was my maternal 3rd-great granduncle, the son of Isaac S. and Hannah (MILLS) POE.

In the 1900 census, Curtis was a 27 year old harness maker, born in Indiana, married for 7 years. The census lists his father as being born in North Carolina and his mother in Tennessee. Curtis' wife, Lillie S., was aged 25, born in Missouri, and the mother of 3 children, all of whom were living. The children were Rubie, age 6, Loyd D, age 4; and John D., aged 2.

Curtis W. POE b. May 23, 1874 Hamilton Co., IN., d. after 1900 census, m. ca. 1893 to Lillie S. [_____]. Lillie b. August 1874 Iowa, d. after 1900 census.

Known children of Curtis W. and Lillie S. (_____) POE are :
i. Rubie POE b. November 1894 Kansas
ii. Loyd D. POE b. August 1896 Kansas
iii. John D. POE b. April 1898 Kansas

Charles Morton Poe household - Phillips Co., KS

The family of Charley M. POE appears in the 1900 census of Phillipsburg Twp., Phillips Co., KS in the 1900 census. Charles was my maternal 3rd-great granduncle, the son of Isaac S. and Hannah (MILLS) POE.

In the 1900 census, Charley was aged 33, married for 10 years, and working as a "Calking mech." This occupation is illegible to me. His wife, Minnie, was aged 26 years, born in Iowa, with her father born in New York and her mother from Wisconsin. Their daughter, Lela, aged 6, was born in Kansas.

Charles Morton POE b. April 4, 1866 Morgan Co., IN., d. after 1900 census, m. ca. 1890 to Minnie [_____]. Minnie was born April 1874 Iowa, d. after after 1900 census.
Known children of Charles Morton and Minnie (_____) POE :
i. Lela POE b. June 1893 Kansas, d. after 1900 census

William F. Pierce household - Madison Co., IN

The family of William Francis PIERCE appears in the 1900-1920 census of Madison Co., IN. William was my maternal 2nd-great grandfather, the son of Edmund G. and Catherine (GROENENDYKE) PIERCE.

In the 1900 census of Monroe Twp., William is 35 year old farmer, married for 8 years, who can read and write. He was born in Indiana, as well as both of his parents. Wife Clara is the mother of 5 children, 3 of whom were living, and she was aged 31 years. Children in the household included : John H., age 4; Muriel, age 3; and Edward, aged 3 months.

In the 1910 census of Lafayette Twp., William a 45 year old farmer, married for 1 year to his second wife. Wife Vida, aged 23, born in Kentucky, had been married for 1 year and was the mother of 1 child. Children in the household included : Herman, aged 14; Merle, aged 12; Lillian; aged 8; and Nehersta; aged 4 months.

In the 1920 census of Lafayette Twp., William was a 53 year old farmer, and wife Vida was aged 32 years old. Also living in the household was widowed son J. Herman, aged 24 who worked on the farm; Lillian, aged 17 who worked as a bookkeeper; Nehersta, aged 10; McClellan, aged 6; Cloyd, aged 4 7/12 years; and Charles aged 2 5/12 years.

William Francis PIERCE b. July 10, 1865 Frankton, Madison Co., IN., d. September 21, 1950 Alexandria, Madison Co., IN., m. January 14, 1892 Madison Co., IN to Clara PENNISTEN, daughter of John and Jane (ALDERMAN) PENNISTEN; m(2) March 4, 1909 Madison Co., IN to Vida MADDOX, daughter of Charles W. and Sarah (POWELL) MADDOX. Clara b. March 1869 Madison Co., IN., d. September 26, 1906 Madison Co., IN; Vida b. October 6, 1886 Owingsville, KY, d. November 19, 1968 Alexandria, Madison Co., IN.

Children of William Francis and Clara (PENNISTEN) PIERCE are as follows :
i. [______] PIERCE b. after 1892, d. before 1900 census
ii. [_______] PIERCE b. after 1892, d. before 1900 census
iii. John Herman PIERCE b. July 1895 Madison Co., IN., d. 1959; m. Charlotte Elva HENSLEY, m(2) Charlotte FERGUSON
iv. Edna Muriel PIERCE b. February 7, 1897 Madison Co., IN, d. March 3, 1968 Madison Co., IN., m. Virgil Lee WRIGHT
v. Edward E. PIERCE b. March 1900 Madison Co., IN., d. December 23, 1900 Madison Co., IN.
vi. Lillian PIERCE b. September 12, 1902 Madison Co., IN., d. 1921 Madison Co., IN.
vii. [______] PIERCE b. October 8, 1904 Madison Co., IN., d. before 1910 census

Children of William Francis and Vida (MADDOX) PIERCE are as follows :
i. Nehersta PIERCE b. January 4, 1910 Madison Co., IN., d. September 2, 1979 Los Angeles, CA., m. Howard Hyde ROBERTS
ii. William McClellan PIERCE b. March 17, 1913 Madison Co., IN., d. November 24, 1978 Anderson, Madison Co., IN, m. Geneva Ruth ALDRIDGE
iii. Cloyd J. PIERCE b. May 22, 1916 Madison Co., IN, d. 1962, m. Anna M. [______]
iv. Charles D. PIERCE b. July 2, 1918 Madison Co., IN, d. August 23, 1991 Alexandria, Madison Co., IN., m. Nancy L. STEPHENS
v. Robert F. PIERCE b. April 21, 1923 Madison Co., IN.
vi. Powell Edmund PIERCE b. March 16, 1925 Madison Co., IN
vii. James F. PIERCE b. 1931 Madison Co., IN.

Wednesday, February 27, 2008

Lyman Pierce household - Madison Co., IN

The Lyman PIERCE household appears in the 1910, 1920 & 1930 census of Lafayette Twp., Madison Co., IN. Lyman was my maternal 2nd-great granduncle, the son of Edmund G. and Catherine (GROENENDYKE) PIERCE.

In the 1910 census, Lyman is a 39 year-old farmer, married for 8 years, born in Indiana with both parents born in Indiana. His wife, Lavina, was 37 years old, the mother of 4 children, 3 of whom were living. She also was born in Indiana with both parents from the Hoosier state. The children listed with the family were Sarah K., age 5; Glen B., age 2; and Marie, 1 month old, all born in Indiana.

In the 1920 census, Lyman owned his home with a mortgage, and he was listed as a 48 year-old farmer. Wife Lavina was aged 47 years old born in Indiana. The children in the household were Sarah C., aged 15; Glen B., aged 12; and Margaret M., aged 9; and all had attended school within the year.

In the 1930 census, Lyman rented his home, owned a radio, and was a 59 year old farmer who was aged 30 at his 1st marriage. Wife Lavina was aged 58 years old and aged 28 at the time of her 1st marriage. The children included Glen, aged 22 and a laborer at a tile factory, Marie, aged 19 who was single with no occupation; and daughter Sarah Shinabarager, aged 25, a school teacher.

Lyman PIERCE b. March 1871 Madison Co., IN, d. December 4, 1938 Anderson, Madison Co., IN., m. December 26, 1901 Delaware Co., IN to Lavina SUNDERLAND. Lavina b. ca.1873 Indiana, d. after 1930 census.
Known children of Lyman and Lavina (SUNDERLAND) PIERCE are as follows :
i. _______ PIERCE b. & d. between 1901-1905
ii. Sarah Katherine PIERCE b. ca. 1905 Madison Co., IN, m. Glen SHINABARGER
iii. Glen Byron PIERCE b. June 15, 1907 Alexandria, Madison Co., IN., d. October 4, 1995 Alexandria, Madison Co., IN., m. Mildred FRAZIER
iv. Margaret Marie PIERCE b. March 1910 Madison Co., IN., d. 1934

Tuesday, February 26, 2008

Herman Pierce family - Madison Co., IN

The John Herman PIERCE family appears in the 1930 census of Lafayette Twp., Madison Co., IN. Herman was my great-granduncle, the son of William Francis and Clara (PENNISTEN) PIERCE.

Herman was 34 years old, owned a radio, and rented his home. He was a farmer, born in Indiana, with both parents born in Indiana. His wife, Charlotte, was aged 29, born in Indiana, with both parents born in Indiana. They had been married approximately 6 years. One son, Maurice J., aged 6 months, was also enumerated with them.

Monday, February 25, 2008

Francis S. Pierce household - Wayne and Madison Cos. IN

The Francis S. PIERCE household appears in the 1860 census of Centre Twp., Wayne Co., IN and the 1870 census of Lafayette Twp., Madison Co., IN. Francis was my maternal 4th great grandfather, the son of Gordon and Thirsa (SMALLEY) PIERCE.

In the 1860 census of Wayne Co., the surname was enumerated as PEARCE. Francis was a 53 year old Farmer, born in Connecticut, with real estate valued at $4000 and a personal estate valued at $400. His wife Rebecca, was aged 53 and born in New Jersey. Children listed in the household included Albert, aged 20, Margaret, aged 19, Minerva, aged 13, and Almira, aged 10; all born in Indiana.

In the 1870 census of Madison Co., Francis was enumerated as F. PIERCE, aged 64, a Farmer with real estate valued at $7200 and a personal estate valued at $1500; born in New York. His wife Rebecca, aged 63, was also born in New York. A William PIERCE, aged 17, born in New York, was living with the family as a farm hand. I believe that this was Francis' nephew, the son of Royal and Juliet (MORTON) PIERCE.

Francis S. PIERCE b. June 8, 1806 Vermont, d. August 5, 1881 Wayne Co., IN., m. October 25, 1831 Wayne Co., IN to Rebecca PAGE. Rebecca b. August 18, 1806 New Jersey, d. June 26, 1893 Wayne Co., IN.

Known children of Francis S. and Rebecca (PAGE) PIERCE are as follows :
i. John PIERCE b. ca. 1831 Indiana, d. before 1832 Indiana
ii. John PIERCE b. ca. 1833 Indiana, d. before 1840 Indiana
iii. David PIERCE b. ca. 1833 Indiana, d. before 1840 Indiana
iv. Henry Aldred PIERCE b. October 10, 1833 Piqua, OH, d. after June 1, 1880 Madison Co., IN, m. Scineathy SINELSOR.
v. Francis N. PIERCE b. July 25, 1835 Indiana, m. Susan MOORE
vi. Edmund G. PIERCE b. April 30, 1837 Wayne Co., IN., d. January 8, 1875 Madison Co., IN., m.(1) Lydia DUELL; m(2) Catherine GROENENDYKE.
vii. Albert Orlando PIERCE b. June 2, 1839 Wayne Co., IN, d. after 1920 census, m(1) Elizabeth Williams PIKE, m(2) Sarah S. WILSON
viii. Margaret P. PIERCE b. October 17, 1840 Indiana, m. William Henry Harrison SOMMERS
ix. Amanda P. PIERCE b. December 20, 1842 Indiana, d. February 22, 1845 Indiana
x. Minerva PIERCE b. December 6, 1846 Indiana, d. August 31, 1902 Elwood, Madison Co., IN., m. Daniel SIGLER
xi. Almira P. PIERCE b. March 8, 1849 Indiana, d. 1926 Madison Co., IN., m. Andrew Jackson SIGLER.
xii. Emma P. PIERCE b. February 20, 1851 Indiana, d. August 15, 1853 Indiana

Thursday, February 21, 2008

Elias A. Pierce household - Madison Co., IN

The Elias PIERCE household appears in the 1900-1930 census of Madison Co., IN in Lafayette & Monroe Twps. Elias was my maternal 2nd-great granduncle, the son of Edmund G. and Catherine (GROENENDYKE) PIERCE.

In the 1900 census of Richland Twp., Elias is a 32 year old farmer, born in Indiana who can read and write. He had been married for 4 years. His wife, Flora, aged 28, was also born in Indiana and had no children. They owned their home free of mortgage.

In the 1910 census of Monroe Twp., Elias was a 43 year old stock buyer, born in Indiana with both parents born in Indiana. Wife Flora was listed as 38 years old, and there were no children in the family.

In the 1920 census of Monroe Twp., Elias aged 52 years old with no occupation. Wife Flora was listed as aged 47 years old.

In the 1930 census of Monroe Twp., Elias was a 63 year old farmer, with real estate valued at $8000. His second wife, Kate, was aged 37 years old, born in Indiana, with her father born in Pennsylvania and mother born in Germany.

Elias A. PIERCE b. February 14, 1867 Madison Co., IN., d. March 1963 Madison Co., IN., m. December 25, 1895 Madison Co., IN to Flora J. CURTIS; m(2) bet. 1920-1930 Kate ________. Flora b. November 1871 Indiana, d. bet. 1920-1930; Kate b. ca. 1893 Indiana, d. after 1930 census. There were no known children from either marriage.

Sunday, February 10, 2008

Edmund Pierce household - Madison Co., IN

The E.G. PIERCE household appears in the 1870 census of Lafayette Twp., Madison Co., IN. Edmund G. PIERCE was my maternal 3rd-great grandfather, the son of Francis S. and Rebecca (PAGE) PIERCE.

In the 1870 census, E.G. is listed as a 33 year-old farmer, born in Indiana, with real estate valued at $3200 and a personal estate valued at $750. His wife, Catherine, was aged 27, born in Indiana, and cannot read. Children listed were a son, W.F., aged 4; son E.A., aged 3; and daughter, Martha, aged 1 year.

Edmund G. PIERCE b. April 30, 1837 Wayne Co., IN, d. January 8, 1875 Madison Co., IN., m(1) October 17, 1858 Preble Co., OH to Lydia DUELL, daughter of Joshua and Abigail (BORTON) DUELL; m(2) May 5, 1864 Madison Co., IN to Catherine GROENENDYKE, daughter of Elias and Nancy (JENKINS) GROENENDYKE. Lydia b. March 26, 1838 Pilesgrove, NJ., d. September 14, 1860; Catherine b. February 4, 1843 Madison Co., IN., d. December 10, 1913 Madison Co., IN.
Children of Edmund G. and Catherine (GROENENDYKE) PIERCE are as follows :
i. William Francis PIERCE b. July 10, 1865 Madison Co., IN., d. September 21, 1950 Madison Co., IN., m(1) Clara PENNISTEN; m(2) Vida MADDOX.
ii. Elias A. PIERCE b. February 14, 1867 Madison Co., IN., d. March 1963 Madison Co., IN., m(1) Flora CURTIS; m(2) Katie ________
iii. Martha PIERCE b. November 16, 1868 Madison Co., IN., d. February 29, 1932 Madison Co., IN., m. John JOHNSON
iv. Lyman PIERCE b. March 1871 Madison Co., IN., d. December 4, 1938 Madison Co., IN., m. Lavina SUNDERLAND.
v. Margaret PIERCE b. April 1873 Madison Co., IN., d. June 11, 1923 Madison Co., IN., m. John W. JONES

Thursday, February 07, 2008

Albert O. Pierce household - Madison & Wayne Co., IN

The Albert Orlando PIERCE family appears in the 1870 census in Madison Co., IN and in the 1900 and 1920 census of Wayne Co., IN. Albert was my maternal 3rd-great grand uncle, the son of Francis S. & Rebecca (PAGE) PIERCE.

In the 1870 census of Madison Co., Albert was a 31 year old farmer, born in Indiana, with real estate valued at $4800 and a personal estate valued at $950. His wife, Eliza, was 26 years old, and born in Indiana. Children in the home were : John H., aged 5; Edmund W., aged 3; and Robert P., aged 1.

In the 1900 census of Wayne Co., Albert was a 60 year old farmer, born in Indiana, with father born in Vermont and mother born in New Jersey. He was listed as being married for 36 years and owned his home free of mortgage. Wife Sarah was aged 59 years old, born in Indiana, mother of 5 children, 4 of whom were living. Both of her parents were from North Carolina.

In the 1920 census of Wayne Co., Albert was 80 years old, born in Indiana, with father born in New York and mother born in New Jersey. Wife Sarah was aged 78 years old, born in Indiana, with parents both born in North Carolina.

Albert Orlando PIERCE b. June 2, 1839 Wayne Co., IN, d. after 1920 census, m. December 10, 1863 Wayne Co., IN to Elizabeth Williams PIKE, daughter of Stephen and Elizabeth (PIKE) WILLIAMS; m(2) April 22, 1884 Wayne Co., IN to Sarah S. WILSON. Elizabeth b. ca. 1844 Indiana, d. March 25, 1883 Wayne Co., IN. Sarah b. May 1844 Indiana, d. after 1920 census.
Known children of Albert Orlando and Elizabeth Williams (PIKE) PIERCE are :
i. John H. PIERCE b. January 27, 1865 Wayne Co., IN., d. after 1870 census
ii. Stephen F. PIERCE b. January 27, 1865 Wayne Co., IN. d. before July 15, 1870
iii. Edmund W. PIERCE b. March 21, 1867 Wayne Co., IN., d. after 1870 census
iv. Robert P. PIERCE b. May 27, 1868 Wayne Co., IN, d. March 3, 1871 Wayne Co., IN.
v. Mark PIERCE b. August 31, 1877 Wayne Co., IN., d. August 31, 1877 Wayne Co., IN.