Allen County, Indiana Genealogy

1996 Surname Queries

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Posted Queries for 1996

August 18, 1996 to December 31, 1996 from the Wayback Machine

These are archived messages so most email addresses are likely no longer valid!

BONJOUR posted by Fred Bonjour on Sunday, August 18, 1996: Bonjour Family Homepage Contains genealogy (GED2HTML)Looking for any and all info on all BONJOURs Worldwide, Allen County is the area settled by the BONJOUR's.

LAUER, WRIGHT posted by Lisa Owens on Sunday, August 18, 1996: Looking for any information on the following families of Fort Wayne, Allen Co., Ind. Solomon P. WRIGHT b., 10/1/1889 who married Agnes M. LAUER b., 7/21/1890 in Allen Co., on 6/8/1911. They had 2 children 1) Harry M. Wright b., 11/11/1911 and 2) John P. Wright b., 5/14/1914 in Fort Wayne. John P. Wright went on to marry Elizabeth E. Rice b. 10/30/1981 in Fort Wayne, on 3/9/1935. They had 5 children: Diane, Ralph, Joseph, John P. Jr., and Paul Wright.

MOSS, RICE posted by Lisa Owens on Sunday, August 18, 1996: Looking for info on a Frederick A. RICE b., 3/11/1894 who went on to marry Clara C. MOSS b., 10/5/1890 in Fort Wayne, Ind., on 6/4/1912. Clara is the daughter of Martin Moss and L. Leight. Frederick and Clara had 2 children 1) Ralph Ray Rice b., 12/4/1914 and 2) Elizabeth E. Rice b., 10/30/1918. Elizabeth went on to marry a John P. Wright and sometime after September of 1942 they were divorced and she married a Edward Sitcler and had at least one child named Dennis Sitcler. Would like to know who Fredericks parents were and where he was born. Also any living relatives of the persons above.

BOHNARD, CHRISTMAN posted by Deborah Lake on Tuesday, August 27, 1996: I am looking for any BOHNARD'S,or CHRISTMAN'S in Allen Co IN. They owned a Hotel with a soloon in the basement in Fort Wayne during 1871-1890. Any information would be greatly appreciated. Donatus Bohnard b-1844 Rosa Christman b-1849 Tony (Anthony) Christman b-? I am also looking for info on Tony Christman. He became the president of Nickle Plate Railroads in Allen Co.

HILL, MENDENHALL, SHOAF posted by Wally Garchow on Monday, September 2, 1996: Seeking contacts with those descended from or connected to the SHOAF / MENDENHALL families. In particular, I need information about the families of David M. & Mary (MENDENHALL) SHOAF [married 1836 in Miami Co., OH] and his sister & her brother John & Fianna (SHOAF) MENDENHALL [married 1834 in Montgomery Co., OH]. They settled in Allen Co. abt 1842. John MENDENHALL and family later moved into Noble Co., IN. Other Allen Co. SHOAFs may have been siblings or cousins of David & Fianna. Need SHOAF data to understand these families. Will share findings. David & Fianna were children of Peter SHOAF, d abt 1840 Miami Co., OH. John & Mary "Polly" were chidren of Joseph & Deidamia (HILL) MENDENHALL. Joseph d late 1833; Deidamia died after June 1838; both died in Bethel Twp, Miami Co., OH.

DOLE posted by kent hill on Monday, September 2, 1996: Trying to locate the names of parents or/family of John Henry DOLE, born 14 June 1886, in Fort Wayne, Indiana

REED posted by Stacy Clark-King on Tuesday, September 3, 1996: I am searching for a Burch (Birch) REED. ON the 1820 Census he was in Sullivan County. By the time he passed away in 1849 he was living in Vermillion County. According to his will he had a wife called Sebre (?) or Sebrey. He also mentioned a grandson William Sanders Reed. The will was made in August of 1844. It was proved 10 October 1849. I am trying to find out if he maybe related to my Jacob Reed in Rush County, Indiana. Jacob's grand daughter Elizabeth named her oldest son Burch Clark. I am trying to see if they could be tied in. Jacob was born in South Carolina. Can anyone please help me?! Many thanks. Stacy

BENZ, BOSEKER, OETTING, SCHMIDT posted by Scott Bosecker on Wednesday, September 4, 1996: William OETTING (16 Nov 1851-15 May 1921) married Elizabeth BENZ (24 Jul 1855-6 Aug 1883) in Allen County, IN on 11 Nov 1875. This couple had at least 2 children: Louis (abt 1876-?) and Emma W.C. Oetting (Dec 1877-?). Interested in more information on these children. My primary interest is in the mother, Elizabeth Benz. She was the daughter of Philip Benz (28 Nov 1819-9 Dec 1877) and Caroline (BOSEKER) Benz (23 May 1827-23 Apr 1887). I am also interested in the Peter & Barbara (SCHMIDT) Boseker family (Caroline's parents) that traveled from Veilsdorf, Germany and settled near Ft Wayne in 1846.

DOWNS, FLUCKEY posted by Beth Goble on Saturday, September 14, 1996: DOWNS/FLUCKEY I am searching for a Henry Downs who married Rebecca Fluckey in Perry Co., Ohio and moved to Ind. in the early 1850 where two of his children were born---Don A. and Ladoska. Am not sure where in Ind. so this is a stab in the dark.. Any help would be appreciated.

PLAKE posted by Mark PLAKE on Tuesday, September 17, 1996: I am looking for information on Harry PLAKE born in 1870 in North Vernon IN. I need information on his parents names etc. Any help would be greatly appreciated....

COON, EASTIN, HARDEN, SWEARINGER, WELLS posted by Sharon W Gabel on Wednesday, September 18, 1996: My grandmother, Annie Marie HARDEN, was born to Charles HARDEN and Sarah T. COON. in 1864 in Terre Haute, IN. I am trying to more information about her family (siblings, more facts about parents etc. Charles' parents were Isaac Kindred WELLS and Martha Ellen EASTIN. Martha's parents were Charles EASTIN and Sarah SWEARINGER. Please email. TYVM

MAHLON, STEWART posted by K Brady on Wednesday, September 18, 1996: Looking for info. on MAHLON and Elizabeth STEWART who were residents of Allen County, IN in 1855.

BAKER, WAMPLER posted by susan on Friday, September 20, 1996: Looking for info on WAMPLER,Ephriam born 5-16-1851 in Knox Co. Ind died in Knox co. Ind. 1912 Children of Ephriam???? 1st wife was Samantha BAKER -Looking for info on Ephriams father John Jacob 1830-1907

BARRENTINE, CRISE, HILTON, KRISE, WADE posted by Loreena Crise Storer on Saturday, September 28, 1996: I am seeking any family information concerning the CRISE, KRISE, WADE, HILTON, and BARRENTINE surnames. My grandfather lived in Elkhart Co. until '74 when he died. His name was Cleo W. Crise. Thank You for any information or direction available Loreena Crise Storer

SCRANTON posted by Cathie on Monday, September 30, 1996

Hi, I'm trying to search for my Elizabeth SCRANTON b. 1839/40 in IN from her 1880 Obit in SF, CA. I have not had very good luck so far finding her because of so many different States listed for birth place, can't get death record because of SF Quake/Fire 1906 which also took along most of her children¹s records. From what I have I'm searching IN right now. I have not found an Elizabeth Scranton b. 1839/40 yet in IN, but I did find an Elizabeth b. 1836 to Almond and Rachel Scranton who were married in Dearborn Co. 1832. (they have another daughter Melyssa Scranton also) I would like to check this out just in case. I know this man worked as a Tailor in Rising Sun, this was listed in a book. My Elizabeth Scranton goes on to marry John L. McLaughlin b. 1832-37 in Ireland came over as a baby. (Don't know parents) John & Elizabeth marry around 1855-60. They have there first girl in MO 1860/61- Mary Matilda and then Emma 1863. They then all go to SF, CA by 1868 where they live until they die. Elizabeth does have several more children and dies, two months after giving birth April 1880. I can't find her buried yet in SF. I am looking for any info on the SCRANTON Families somebody must know these families. Any info is helpful!! Please E-mail to Mankcat.aol for now Thanks PS- I would like any proof that this Elizabeth is either her or not her, marriage or if this girl is buried with her parents where?

PLAKE posted by Mark PLAKE on Wednesday, October 2, 1996: PLAKE: I am looking for information/history on the surname PLAKE. My great grandfather was Harry H. PLAKE possibly born in Jefforsonville in the early 1870's. I do not have his parent's names. He had some brothers and sisters. Two of his brothers were Hiram and Walter. Any info greatly appreciated...!

LIBBY, MANCHESTER, SMALTZ posted by Linda Bellomo on Thursday, October 3, 1996: I am looking for information on the SMALTZ/MANCHESTER family. Francis Marion SMALTZ b.1855 Allen Co., Fort Wayne,In. Married to Elizabeth "LIBBY" MANCHESTER in 1877. Children:Florence,Hugh ,John Raymond. Who were Francis Marion SMALTZ'S siblings? Who were the MANCHESTERS? I would be happy to share the information that I already have on the family. Thank you.

LAUER posted by albert lauer on Thursday, October 3, 1996: Michael Louis LAUER probably born in 1855-1859. Need any data and parent information. He was my grandfather and I am looking for his parents.

SHELBY, STEWART posted by Mrs Judith A Trolinger on Friday, October 18, 1996: Seeking any SHELBY surname. Jon Gurley STEWART b Shelbyville, 1840's- Mother was Eliza(beth) SHELBY of KY. >hoberta@hilconet.com

MORGAN posted by Lynne Baswell on Wednesday, October 23, 1996: I am trying to find some information on my husbands greatgrand-father who moved to Indiana from Bowling Green, Kentucky during the time around the cival war. They owned a merchantile store in Bowling Green, and were apparently well off financially. They were burned out by the Morgan Raiders, who were apparently cousins. They left there, and went to Indiana, where at least one of their ten children was born. The fathers name was William J. MORGAN married to an Elizabeth??? They had 10 children, 5 boys, 5 girls. We know at least James M. Morgan was born in Indiana. I am sorry but I do not know where. He was born in 1870. His father's name was William J. Morgan. Some of the other children that we know the names of are; Ben, John, Anna and a twin sister who we do not know name of, Dan, James, Jane, Mary. It is thought that James was the youngest of the 10 children. It is also thought that there is Indian blood in them. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.

DIAS, DIES, WILSON posted by Bud Davis on Sunday, October 27, 1996: Am trying to locate someone that could help me with information on a J.L. DIES/DIAS and family that were in Indiana in 1870. No census info is available for Indiana in the part of the great state of Texas where I live. The family was J.L Dies/Dias (husband) born 1834 in Miss. Martha Virginia (wife) born 1834 in Va. M.A. (female) born 1852 in Tenn. John WILSON born 1855 in Tenn. James born 1857 in Tenn. Sara Jane born 1859 in Tenn. Susan born 1863 in Tenn. Nancy born 1867 in Indiana. Will pay for copy of census report and you will have my eternal gratitude. Thanks much

PERRY, REEDER posted by Judy Perry Greer on Monday, October 28, 1996: MON OCT 28, 1996 19:45; Need info on Margaret Perry REEDER b. Alexandria, In 1864; Ernest Hector PERRY b. Sept 11, 1879 in Rigdon In; Allen and Mariah Perry who lived in Alexandria In and Rigdon In in the 1800s. Also Clyde, John, Ethel Reeder who were born and lived in Rigdon, In. in the late 1800s and early 1900s

DIEHM, LASH, RIES posted by Karen Borton on Wednesday, November 6, 1996: I'd like to exchange information with anyone researching the families of Paul LASH, John Peter DIEHM, Margrette RIES.

BELL, DUPLER, GERSTIN, WYMAN posted by Barbara Hurst on Thursday, November 7, 1996: WYMAN family line - Henry DUPLER b. 12/9/1833 in Allen or Huntington Co., Ind. Married 1861 in Huntington to a Minerva BELL also to a Maria GERSTIN in 1880. Would like to correspond with anyone researching this name.

DICKERSON, PROBASCO posted by D Wein on Saturday, November 9, 1996: I am searching for a marriage record for my GG grandparents, William PROBASCO and Julia DICKERSON who were married 1859-1860. He was from Ohio and she was from KY. They were listed on the 1860 Union County Census. I do not know where they were married and would appreciate any help I can get. Thank you!

REYNOLDS posted by Ramona (Reynolds)Holliday on Sunday, November 10, 1996: I would like any information on what happened to the decendants of Daniel and Elizabeth(Eliza) Ann REYNOLDS. They had ten kids as follows, Malon Boen, Mary Jane, Nancy Adeline, Milton Jackson, David Madison, John Addison, James Martin, William Sanders, Manford Newton, and Anna Bell. Any information would greatly be appreciated. I am a decendant of Milton Jackson. Ramona Holliday, searcher.

BALLARD, THOMAS posted by Lynne D. Miller on Monday, November 11, 1996: Looking for any and all Descendants of Thomas BALLARD and Anna THOMAS Their Descendants are in all states and all counties in the US. I have 70,000 in Family Tree Maker and am happy to share data with Ballard Researchers. gedcoms welcome. Lynne D. Miller, 951 Lyndsey Brooke Court, Lincolnton, NC 28092 I am a descendant of Thomas Ballard and Anna Thomas

COTTRELL, HOCKER, HOLDEN, HUNTER posted by Jane Hodgson on Tuesday, November 12, 1996: Looking for other McKEEMAN, HOCKER, HUNTER, HOLDEN & COTTRELL researchers. These families were located in Fort Wayne, Allen County, IN in the early 1900's. McKEEMAN and McCONAHEY families were in Hoagland in the 1800's. HUNTER and HOLDEN families came from Chicago, IL. HOCKERs came from Adams County, IN in the 1800's. COTTRELLs came from Paulding County, OH. Thanks for your help, Jane Hunter Hodgson

HOWARD, WRIGHT posted by Alan D. Shearer on Thursday, November 14, 1996: Henry County - Mooreland, Indiana - Marriage possibly in Marion Cnty My great grandfather mothers side is John L. WRIGHT born 1858 died 1918 married #1 January 20, 1881 to Elizabeth HOWARD 3/4 Cherokee Indian. #2 to a Willie A. xxxxxx Can anyone tell me who John L. Wrights parents were? John is buried in the Mooreland Cemetary. Also buried there is his brother George M. Wright born 1861 died 1921 married a Viola F. xxxxxx. My grandfather was Orlif Field Wright born Aug 17, 1883 died Feb 22, 1939 married Lena W. Waltz born Dec 24, 1884 died Feb 15, 1967 both buried in Mooreland Cemetary.

posted by pborgmeyer on Sunday, November 17, 1996: Looking for name of Julia BRAUCKAMPER born somewhere in Indiana early 1800's moved to Canada

HOWE, PALMER posted by mary anderson on Sunday, November 17, 1996: looking for anything on John Calvin Elliott PALMER, b. 11-16-1866 in Decatur. Was son of William Palmer and Elmaiza HOWE. Trying to expand my daughter-in-law's line for grandchildren.

FULWIDER posted by Stephen Southerland on Sunday, November 17, 1996: Need information on Richard FULWIDER, SSAN 306-22-3790, Born in Indiana on 15 Jan 1926, Died 22 May 1989 in Fort Myers, Lee County, Florida. He was my father

posted by Donna Sims on Monday, November 18, 1996: Looking for parents & grandparents of John BLEY b.Nov.11,1927 d.5- - 1978 Fort Wayne, Allen Indiana 46804

KOONS, KUNTZ posted by Bruce Koons on Wednesday, November 20, 1996: Researching the KOONS surname in Allen Co., IN. George KUNTZ (later KOONS) came to Allen Co. (near Waynedale) about 1855 from PA. George and his wife Magdalena (Lena) had five sons: George, Henry, Michael, Philip, and John. All raised families in the Ft. Wayne area. George, Jr. had a son, William H. (my grandfather) who moved from PA to KS, and then later to OK.

FERRIS posted by Michael ferris on Wednesday, November 20, 1996: looking for any information on my great grandfather born in 1864 I am not sure about what county. His name is Wiley FERRIS. Any help is greatly appreciated.

BROWN, KERNS, SKINNER posted by Maggie Bailey on Saturday, November 23, 1996: I am searching for information about the family of Hiram D. SKINNER that lived in Fremont, Allen county, IN. Hiram D. Skinner b. 1818 in Ontario county, NY married Mary M. BROWN b. 1824 in Mount Morris, Livingston county, NY (Mary is half Indian) Their children are: Myron Skinner b.1843 d. 1864 in Chattanooga, TN (civil war) Caroline Skinner b.1844 mar. Levi Lincoln Helen Skinner b. 1846 mar. Stephen KERNS in Fort Wayne Lorinda Skinner b. 1848 mar. George Drury Amanda Skinner b. 1850 Martin Skinner b. 1854 d. 1882 Charles Wesley Skiner b. 1856 George Hiram Skinner b. 1858 Richard Henry Skinner b. 1861 Mary C. Skinner b. 1863 d. 1883 I would like to know about any articles that may exist about their family life in Fremont such as their church or their farm. Is there any articles in newspapers of Allen county history books about this family? Please forward any info to my e address. Thank you. Maggie MBailey@stans.com

BEAVERS, CLINES, DAVIS, JACKSON, PARKS, REYNOLDS posted by Ramona (Reynolds)Holliday on Saturday, November 23, 1996: I need information on anyone who might be or thinks they are decendants of Daniel and Elizabeth "Eliza" Ann REYNOLDS that lived in Scott county in the mid 1800's. They resided in the town of Lexington. They had ten children..three girls and seven boys. I am a decendant of their third child, Milton JACKSON. He married Sarah Elizabeth BEAVERS in 1857. The children of Daniel and Eliza are as follows: Malon Boen, Mary Jane(CLINES), Milton Jackson, Nancy Adeline(PARKS), John Addison, David Maddison, James Martin, William Sanders, Manford Newton, Anna Bell (DAVIS), These names are first and middle. The girls' married names are in parentheses. Any information would greatly be appreciated. It would help me to find out where they went and what they did after their life in Scott county.

DUTTON posted by Randy Lilley on Sunday, November 24, 1996: Hi, I am working on my DUTTON family history. I am trying to find as many relatives of John Dutton (b.1596 in England and came to America in 1630) as I can. I have found several thousand so far in the north-east and spread across the west. If you or any family members have done any research on your Dutton genealogy, or would like some information on your Dutton history, please send me a note. Any help you can give me in tracking down more of the family lines will be greatly appreciated. Looking forward to hearing from you, Randy Lilley - Essex,Vt (Rlilley@aol.com)

OYLER posted by Byron Atkinson on Wednesday, November 27, 1996: Looking for information on GGrrandparnets. I know that they spent their last years somewhere in Indiana, and that William HenryOYLER died in 1964. I belive that he may have been a Minister. Thanks

STURGEON posted by Cindy Igl on Friday, November 29, 1996: John STURGEON and wife Susan / Sarah had dau. Hester Sturgeon, b. 1808 in KY , somewhere. Would like information as to park of the state to start looking.

FRAZE posted by Ervin Davis on Friday, November 29, 1996: Ervin Davis, ervindavis@juno.com , I am looking for family geneology pertaining to FRAZE.

CHRONKITE posted by Dennis D. Dickensheets on Saturday, November 30, 1996

CHRONKITE (or any variation). Looking for a connection to the Chronkite tree. Am decendant to "VanBuell" whom was from Elkhart,b. 1850's. After the Civil War VanBuell married Marietta "High" in Iowa. VanBuell and Marietta migrated to Oklahoma and settled in the Watonga area for several generations to date. I am trying to make a connection to VanBuells parents and beyond. I have a rough hand written family tree going back to Holland. I am trying to "Prove" it. I would like ot hear from any Chronkite regardless of how you spell it. Thank you.

MESSERSCHMIDT posted by Peggy L. Moody on Sunday, December 1, 1996: MESSERSCHMIDT - I am looking for any information that anyone might have on the Messerschmidt family. My great-grandfather was William Valentino Messerschmidt, d.o.b. May 31, 1874 in Hessen, Germany. When William was around eight years old (1882-3), he and his mother came to America. There was an uncle who traveled with them. They settled in Boswell, Indiana. William's mother had additional children while in Boswell. I do not think that she was married when William was born but may have married while in Indiana. I know that there are Messerschmidts still located in Indiana. William moved to New Concord, Ohio in 1905 or 1906. If anyone would have any information or links to this family, please contact me.

STAHL posted by John Andrew Prime on Monday, December 2, 1996: Seeking information/trade info on STAHL and related families in Allen County, Indiana. John Andrew Prime

KILLIAN, KILLION posted by Jo-Ann Killion Pedigo on Tuesday, December 3, 1996: Am looking for any information on the KILLIAN/KILLION family name. I would appreciate any information that you might have. Thank you , sincerely, Jo-ann Killion Pedigo, Frankfort, IN

, VANHORN posted by Bill Martin on Wednesday, December 4, 1996: William Thomas VANHORN was born in NJ ca 1785. He m Margaret ___ ca 1806-1807. The children migrated to Clermont Co., OH and some went on to Allen Co. IN, others scattered within IN and OH. Do you know William's parents, siblings or wife's maiden name? Children were: Sarah, Benjamin, Jonathon, Cornelius, Nancy, William, Mary, Rebecca, Charles and Emily VANHORN. Have data to share.

PRATTEN, PRATTON posted by Lorie Begin on Wednesday, December 4, 1996: Looking for PRATTON/PRATTEN name in Indiana. I believe George was married in Indiana, and at least one of his children was born here. Circa 1840-1860.

BAGGERLY posted by Denise Prutsman on Saturday, December 7, 1996: I am trying to locate my g-g-g-grandmother's parents. Their names were Isaac and Elizabeth BAGGERLY. They moved to Indiana in1810 from Kentucky. Would like to know where they moved to, where my g-g-g- grandmother (Mariam or Marian) was born, where they moved from. Mariam was born in 1829, and married John Scott in 1848 in Indiana. She lived out the last few years of her life in Michigan (1887-1912). Any information would be helpful.

HEINLEN posted by Kate Faulkner on Sunday, December 8, 1996: HEINLEN family. Immigrated to Ft. Wayne from Pfullingen, Wuertembourg, Germany in 1851. First names of the Heinlens: Brigitta, John, William, Emmanuel, Christina (later married William Hoch), Louisa (later married Henry Zurmuehlen), and Lisette. William's children were: Frank George, Eugenia (later married Frank Hough), and Arthur.

LEIGHT, LIGHT, MOSS, RICE posted by Lisa Owens on Monday, December 9, 1996: Looking for any information on my ggrandmothers parents. I have obtained a copy of my ggrandparents (Frederick AaronRICE and Clara Cova MOSS) marriage certificate from when they were married in Fort Wayne, Allen Co., and on that certificate it states that her father Martin Moss and her mother Lizzie LEIGHT (LIGHT) were both both both in Huntington, Indiana. I would like to find out more about the Moss's and Leight's. Thanks

REARIC, REARICK posted by michael rutdland on Tuesday, December 10, 1996: Looking for information on:REARIC-REARICK surnames also individual Andrew Rearick or Andrew Rearic. I have been looking for this individual 5 years any help on surname or individual is greatly apprecicated Thenk You Michael <

GRAFF, SATTLER posted by Peggy Loos on Thursday, December 12, 1996: GRAFF Looking for ancestors/descendants of Mary Agnes GRAFF b. 10/16/1848 Franklin Co, IN d. 10/26/1894. She married Joseph SATTLER 1866 in Cedar Grove, IN. In 1900 Census they were in Madison Co, IN. Interested in exchanging information. Peggy Loos, 570 Willowbrook Run, Alpharetta, GA 30202 peg.loos@sid.net

NEWSOM, SATTLER posted by Peggy Loos on Thursday, December 12, 1996: SATTLER/NEWSOM Looking for descendants/ancestors of Joseph SATTLER, Jr. (1872-1964) married Hattie L. NEWSOM (1875-1954). Their first child, Agnes M. SATTLER was born 1902 in Grant Co, IN. They were in the 1900 Census for Rush Co, IN and 1920 in the Pulaski Co, IN census. Interested in exchanging information. Peggy Loos, 570 Willowbrook Run, Alpharetta, GA 30202 peg.loos@sid.net

GEIGER, GLASS, MAWHORTER, SATTLER posted by Peggy Loos on Thursday, December 12, 1996: MAWHORTER/GEIGER Grace Venona Mawhorter (1881-1911) married Herbert GEIGER (1880-1948) Grace was born in Noble Co, IN. Their first child, Agnes M. SATTLER was born 1902 in Grant Co, and Herbert GEIGER's parents Daniel GEIGER and Rebecca GLASS were in the 1900 Census as living in Noble Co, IN Interested in exchanging information. Peggy Loos, 570 Willowbrook Run, Alpharetta, GA 30202 peg.loos@sid.net

LEMLER posted by keith LEMLER on Thursday, December 12, 1996: Marshall County, IN Family history for Kenneth LEMLER Sr. and wife Edna Lemler. To include the children of that family. Lori Lemler, Kim Lemler, Kenneth Lemler Jr., and Keith Lemler.

BAUMGARTNER posted by D. S. Baumgartner on Monday, December 16, 1996: At the turn of the century, David BAUMGARTNER & Hermine (Hilty) Baumgartner lived in or near Ceylon, Adams County. I would like to know exactly where. D. S. Baumgartner - Gold Hill, Oregon

TAYLOR posted by Don Silvius on Monday, December 16, 1996: I am looking for my wife's ancestors - S. I. TAYLOR (we believe the S. I. stands for Septembus Ignacious) who had a son named Maxwell Taylor, who was a coal miner in Knox County in the early 1900's. S. I.'s wife was Martha Jane Brotherson, who had a sister named Mary. The family Bible this information came from also lists a George Wilson, relationship unknown.

BAKER posted by Carol Proctor on Wednesday, December 18, 1996: I am looking for any info on Jospeh BAKER he came to Indiana between 1855 and 1860. He moved here with his parents Stephen & Effie Baker , his brother Sylvester and moved to the counties around Indianapolis. His parents later moved to Delaware Co. where his brother George was living. He was born in 1842. Find no trace of him after 1860 census.

WEAVER, WILKERSON posted by Donna Kilroy on Sunday, December 22, 1996: Am looking for information on Jonathon L. WILKERSON and Matilda WEAVER who md in Fort Wayne, Allen, IN 26 Nov 1857. They moved to Zanesville, Wells, In. Matilda died in Fort Wayne 13 Apr 1908 and is buried in Zanesville. Any information would be a help.

VANWAGNER posted by Larry Geren on Sunday, December 22, 1996: VANWAGNER: Dale Ardeen VanWagner- seeking information on ancestors-born August 25, 1908, died March 27, 1962

CHAPMAN posted by Denise Manke on Sunday, December 22, 1996: Looking for any connection to the Johnny "Appleseed" CHAPMAN family. He died in 1845 in Allen County. I also think he had a brother with him that came from Ohio. Any info would help. Thanks.

CRUEA posted by Linda Moore on Sunday, December 22, 1996: I am looking for the surname "CRUEA" (gmother "Marie" Cruea). There were some Cruea's in Brown County at one time, but I can't find anything resembling this name. Thanks for your help!

CORDELL, GEISS, MILLER, MITCHELL, SCHERER posted by Deborah Avelis on Sunday, December 22, 1996: Searching for information on the Allen Co. Orphan's Home. My grandmother, Lelah MILLER b. 1898 Paulding Co. OH was placed in the home after 1903. She was adopted by Louis J. and Mary E. CORDELL GEISS, who raised her in Ft. Wayne. Louis was son of Jacob and Julia SCHERER GEISS and owned/managed the Alaska Coal Co. and Queen City Coal Co.until his death in 1927. Louis' sister, Laura married John MITCHELL in Ft. Wayne.I am interested in any information on GEISS, SCHERER, MITCHELL or CORDELL families. Will share.

DAVIS, SPIES posted by Glenn Davis on Tuesday, December 24, 1996: Hello. I need to find a marriage record for a marriage that took place in 1921. My grandfather and grandmother ran off from Canto, OH, to Indiana to be married, then returned to Ohio. The record would show Russell DAVIS marrying Bernice SPIES, in 1921. Any ideas how I might find this? The marriage was annulled by Bernice's mother shortly thereafter. Thanks.

CASHMAN, HAYES posted by Cashman, Robert M. on Friday, December 27, 1996: My grandfather, John William CASHMAN, was born in County Cork in 1853 and died in Ft. Wayne in 1908. He married Mary HAYES who was born in County Cork in 1856 and died in Ft. Wayne in 1890. This is all i know of my Cashman ancestors. Would appreciate any clues that would help me to learn more.

CAMPBELL, DUNCAN posted by Robert T Campbell on Friday, December 27, 1996: Need to find info on Thomas A CAMPBELL born Indiana between 1836 and 1842,need county and parents, also parents birth place. Thomas married Mary A DUNCAN in Montgomery County Illinois 10 Nov 1868 and died 23 Feb 1880. Have age ranging between 39 and 44 at time of death. No other info available other than born Indiana.

MCFEELY, ROSENDAL posted by Mary McFeely on Saturday, December 28, 1996: I'm looking for the date of marriage for James P. MCFEELY and Goldie ROSENDAL in Fort Wayne in either 1926 or 1927.

MEYER, MEYERS, WUCHTER posted by Kay Mason on Saturday, December 28, 1996: WUCHTER--I am searching for information on the birthplace of Sarah J. WUCHTER, b 1858 in Indiana, daughter of Peter WUCHTER and Fanny MEYER(S) WUCHTER. Also the family of Fanny MEYER/MEYERS May have lived in northeastern part of state. Kay Mason patrici6@themall.net

BUTLER, HIGGINBOTHOM posted by Debbie Haught on Saturday, December 28, 1996: Looking for info on Enos & Rebecca Reynolds BUTLER. Who were Rebeca's parents? She and Enos were married Jan.21, 1830 in Allen County. Enos W. was the son of Enos Butler & Grace HIGGINBOTHOM. Moved from Allen County to Fulton County before 1840. At that time either Enos or Rebecca's mother is living with them. They had the following children: John R., Thomas, Zephenia, Enoc C., Mary A. and Lydia. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Debbie

BEECHING posted by Tom Beeching on Tuesday, December 31, 1996: Seeking information pertaining to George BEECHING particularly any information about his parents and siblings. The information I currently have indicates that he had two brother by the name of Charles and Jessas and one sister named Harriet. George married a Margaret Parrent and they had 8 children.

CLARK, EMENHISER posted by Steve Ploss on Tuesday, December 31, 1996: Looking for Husband and ancestors of Adelaide (CLARK) EMENHISER Hoagland, IN? ca.1820 Also looking for descendents living around Ft. Wayne.

RUSH posted by Doug Loomer on Tuesday, December 31, 1996: I am looking for the ancestors of Zebidee/Zebedee RUSH who was born in Indiana in approximately 1815. I am also interested in information regarding Benjamin Rush who is listed as living in Washington County in the 1820 Census.