Elizabeth (Schafer) Miller (1837-bef1887) was Corinne's maternal 3rd-great grandmother. What follows is an exploratory analysis of the biographical data I have discovered about her.
1. Vital Records
Elizabeth was born circa 1837 in Germany1, according to the 1860 census, and more specifically, Hesse-Darmstadt2, in the 1870 census. I have not discovered her parents or any record of her birth in Europe.
1.1. Birth Certificate
Without her parents names and an exact date, it will be difficult to locate any record of her birth.
1.1.1. Birth Notice in Newspaper
Without an exact location or date of birth, it will be impossible to locate mention of her birth in a local newspaper.
1.1.2. Bible Record
I am unaware of any surviving family Bible record for the Schafer family. Will continue to reach out to extended family in hopes that one will be discovered.
1.1.3. Baptismal Record
Without an exact location or date of birth, will not be able to locate a baptismal record for Elizabeth.
1.1.4. Adoption Record
There is no indication that Elizabeth was adopted.
1.2. Marriage License
Elizabeth married William Miller on January 31, 1856 in Posey County, Indiana. I do not yet have a copy of their marriage license. Familysearch.org has the marriage index showing Elizabeth's surname as Schaver. Will add this to my list of "to-do" items for my next research trip.
1.2.1 Marriage Notice in Newspaper
I have not yet searched out available newspapers from the time period to see if William and Elizabeth's marriage mentioned.
1.2.2. Anniversary Notice
William and Elizabeth's 25th wedding anniversary was January 31, 1881. Will need to search contemporary newspaper accounts to see if mention was made of any anniversary celebrations.
1.2.3. Divorce Decree
There is no indication that William and Elizabeth were divorced, but a thorough search of court records in Posey and Vanderburgh Counties, Indiana needs to be completed. Will add this to my "to-do" list for my next research trip.
1.3. Death Certificate
I do not have an exact date of death for Elizabeth. However, husband William remarried May 5, 1887 in Vanderburgh County, Indiana. Barring an unknown divorce, Elizabeth would have died before May 1887.
1.3.1. Obituary in Newspaper
Without an exact date of death, I am unable at this time to obtain a copy of her obituary.
1.3.2. Funeral Home Records
Funeral home records might be available that would help identify when and where Elizabeth died. Will add this to my list of "to-do" items for my next research trip.
1.3.3. Tombstone Photograph
Once I obtain her death information, will attempt to obtain a photograph of her tombstone. A preliminary search at FindAGrave did not locate a memorial page for Elizabeth. Will add this to my list of "to-do" items for my next research trip.
2. Census Records
2.1. Federal Census Records
2.1.1. 1880 Federal Census
On June 1, 1880, Elizabeth was enumerated in the William Miller household in Evansville, Vanderburgh County, Indiana3, as Elizabeth Miller, age 42, keeping house. She was born in Germany, and both her parents were born in Germany.
2.1.2. 1870 Federal Census
On July 22, 1870, Elizabeth was enumerated in the William Miller household in the 3rd Ward of Evansville, Vanderburgh County, Indiana2, as Elizabeth Miller, age 32, keeping house. She was born in Hesse-Darmstadt, and both her parents were of foreign birth.
2.1.3. 1860 Federal Census
On June 18, 1860, Elizabeth was enumerated in the William Miller household in Robinson Township, Posey County, Indiana1, as Elizabeth Miller, age 23, born in Germany.
2.2. State Census Records
The State of Indiana conducted state census in 1853, 1857, 1871, 1877, 1883, 1889, 1901, 1913, 1919 and 1931. These, however, were merely for the purposes of legislative apportionment.
2.3. Agricultural Census Records
I have not yet investigated these types of census records to see what light they might shed on the Miller family.
3. Military Records
3.1. Draft Registration
Not applicable, as Elizabeth was female.
3.2. Pension Records
I am not aware of any military service by Elizabeth's father or husband that would have made her eligible to receive pension benefits.
3.3. Service Records
Not applicable, as Elizabeth was female.
4. Land Records
4.1. Deed Records
Deed records need to be thoroughly searched in Posey and Vanderburgh Counties, Indiana to see what records might mention Elizabeth. Will add this to my list of "to-do" items for my next research trip.
4.2. Plat map / county map
Plat maps in Posey and Vanderburgh Counties, Indiana will need to be searched to see what might be relevant to my search for Elizabeth.
5. Supplemental Records
Supplemental records available for research on Elizabeth include city/county directories, court records and will and probate records. Will add these to my list of "to-do" items for my next research trip.
Sources:
1. William Miller household, 1860 U.S. census, population schedule, Robinson Township, Posey County, Indiana, Stewartsville P.O., page 511, dwelling 417, family 362; National Archives micropublication M653, roll 290, page 576.
2. William Miller household, 1870 U.S. census, population schedule, 3rd Ward, Evansville, Vanderburgh County, Indiana, Evansville P.O., page 43, dwelling 265, family 263; National Archives micropublication M593, roll 364, page 218.
3. 1880 U.S. census, Vanderburgh County, Indiana, population schedule, enumeration district 83, SD 1, page 2, dwelling 10, family 13; digital images, Ancestry.com (www.ancestry.com : accessed 14 January 2014); National Archives, Washington, D.C.
This post was developed as part of the series relating to Building My 2011 Research Template, an attempt to systematically document and source the details of my ancestors' lives. Comments regarding this template and the conclusions drawn in this article are welcomed.
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Sunday, March 23, 2014
Sunday, January 12, 2014
Exploratory Data Analysis : William Miller (1826-1901)
William Miller (1826-1901) was Corinne's maternal 3rd-great grandfather. What follows is an exploratory analysis of the biographical data I have discovered about him.
1. Vital Records
William was born October 1826 in Germany1, according to the 1900 census. The 1870 census shows him born circa 1829 in Hesse-Darmstadt2.
1.1. Birth Certificate
Since I do not have an exact date of birth for William, it will be difficult to locate his birth record. His parents were listed on his marriage license as Jacob Miller and Elizabeth Speck.
A search at Familysearch for records of a William Miller born in 1826 with parents Jacob Miller and Elizabeth Speck did turn up one interesting possibility. A record for Wilhelm Mueller, born to Jacob Mueller and Elisabetha Speck, was born October 20, 1826 in Alsenborn, Pfalz, Bavaria. ("Deutschland, Geburten und Taufen 1558-1898," index, FamilySearch(https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/NP8N-MBL : accessed 12 Jan 2014), Wilhelm Mueller, ; citing ALSENBORN,PFALZ,BAVARIA; FHL microfilm 488864.)
1.1.1. Birth Notice in Newspaper
Without an exact location or date of birth, it will be impossible to locate mention in a newspaper.
1.1.2. Bible Record
I am not aware of any surviving Bible record for this Miller family. Will continue to reach out to extended family members in hopes that one can be located.
1.1.3. Baptismal Record
Without an exact date to search and location of birth, will not be able to locate a baptismal record for William.
1.1.4. Adoption Record
There is no indication that William was adopted.
1.2. Marriage License
William married January 31, 1856 in Posey County, Indiana to Elizabeth Schafer. I do not yet have a copy of their marriage license. Will add this to my list of "to-do" items for my next research trip.
William married secondly on May 5, 1887 in Vanderburgh County, Indiana to Margaret Kullman. I do not yet have a copy of their marriage license. Will add this to my list of "to-do" items for my next research trip.
1.2.1 Marriage Notice in Newspaper
Will need to search contemporary newspaper accounts for mention of William's nuptials. Will add this to my research "to-do" list.
1.2.2. Anniversary Notice
Will need to search contemporary newspaper accounts for mention of any anniversary celebrations. Will add this to my research "to-do" list.
1.2.3. Divorce Decree
While there is no indication that William was divorced, a thorough search of the court records in Posey and Vanderburgh Counties, Indiana will need to be completed.
1.3. Death Certificate
William died July 24, 1901 in Kasson, Vanderburgh County, Indiana. I do not yet have a copy of his death certificate. Will add that to my list of research "to-do" items.
1.3.1. Obituary in Newspaper
Will need to search contemporary newspapers for mention of William's obituary. Will add this to my list of "to-do" items for my next research trip.
1.3.2. Funeral Home Records
Once I've obtained a copy of William's obituary, I can contact the funeral home that handled the arrangements and see if they have any additional information.
1.3.3. Tombstone Photograph
I do not yet know what cemetery William is buried in, assuming that he is buried in Evansville, Vanderburgh County, Indiana. Will add this to my list of "to-do" items for my next research trip.
2. Census Records
2.1. Federal Census Records
2.1.1. 1900 Federal Census
On June 1, 1900, William was enumerated as the head of household in German Township, Vanderburgh County, Indiana1, as William Miller, age 73, born October 1826 in Germany. He had been married for 12 years. His father and mother were both born in Germany. He immigrated to the United States in 1848, had been living 52 years in the U.S. and was a naturalized citizen. His occupation was that of a saloon keeper. He could read and write and speak English. He owned his own home, free of mortgage.
2.1.2. 1880 Federal Census
On June 1, 1880, William was enumerated as head of household in Evansville, Vanderburgh County, Indiana3, as William Miller, age 52, born in Germany. His occupation was listed as a commission broker. He was married and both his father and mother were born in Germany.
2.1.3. 1870 Federal Census
On July 22, 1870, William was enumerated as head of household in the 3rd Ward, Evansville, Vanderburgh County, Indiana2, as William Miller, age 41, born in Hesse-Darmstadt. He was a saloon keeper. The value of his real estate was $15,000 and the value of his personal estate was $1000. His father and mother were both of foreign birth. He was a U.S. citizen.
2.1.4. 1860 Federal Census
On June 18, 1870, William was enumerated as head of household in Robinson Township, Posey County, Indiana4, as William Miller, age 33, born in Germany. His occupation was listed as a farmer. The value of his real estate was $3500 and the value of his personal estate was $500.
2.1.5. 1850 Federal Census
I have not yet located William in the 1850 census. He should be there, as he immigrated in 1848, but I do not know yet where he first lived before coming to Indiana.
2.2. State Census Records
The State of Indiana conducted state census in 1853, 1857, 1871, 1877, 1883, 1889, 1901, 1913, 1919 and 1931. These, however, were merely for the purposes of legislative apportionment.
2.3. Agricultural Census Records
I have not yet investigated these types of records to see what light they might shed on the Miller farm.
3. Military Records
3.1. Draft Registration
I have not located any draft registration records for William.
3.2. Pension Records
I am not aware of any military service for William that would make him eligible to receive pension benefits.
3.3. Service Records
I am not aware of any military service for William, though he would have been of the right age to have served during the Civil War. Will add checking into this to my list of "to-do" research items.
4. Land Records
4.1. Deed Records
Deed records need to be thoroughly searched in Posey and Vanderburgh Counties, Indiana to see what records might mention William. Will add this to my list of "to-do" items for my next research trip.
4.2. Plat map / county map
Plat maps in Posey and Vanderburgh Counties, Indiana will need to be searched to see what might be relevant to my search for William.
5. Supplemental
Supplemental records available for research on William include city/county directories, court records and will and probate records. Will add these to my list of "to-do" items for my next research trip.
Sources:
1. William Miller household, 1900 U.S. census, population schedule, German Township, Vanderburgh County, Indiana, ED 133, SD 1, sheet 1A, dwelling 10, family 10; National Archives micropublication T623, roll 408, page 43.
2. William Miller household, 1870 U.S. census, population schedule, 3rd Ward, Evansville, Vanderburgh County, Indiana, dwelling 265, family 263; National Archives micropublication M593, roll 364, page 218.
3. 1880 U.S. census, Vanderburgh County, Indiana, population schedule, Evansville, enumeration district 83, SD 1, page 2, dwelling 10, family 13; digital images, Ancestry.com (www.ancestry.com : accessed 12 January 2014); National Archives, Washington, D.C.
4. William Miller household, 1860 U.S. census, population schedule, Robinson Township, Posey County, Indiana, Stewartsville P.O., page 511, dwelling 417, family 362; National Archives micropublication M653, roll 290, page 576.
This post was developed as part of the series relating to Building My 2011 Research Template, an attempt to systematically document and source the details of my ancestors' lives. Comments regarding this template and the conclusions drawn in this article are welcomed.
1. Vital Records
William was born October 1826 in Germany1, according to the 1900 census. The 1870 census shows him born circa 1829 in Hesse-Darmstadt2.
1.1. Birth Certificate
Since I do not have an exact date of birth for William, it will be difficult to locate his birth record. His parents were listed on his marriage license as Jacob Miller and Elizabeth Speck.
A search at Familysearch for records of a William Miller born in 1826 with parents Jacob Miller and Elizabeth Speck did turn up one interesting possibility. A record for Wilhelm Mueller, born to Jacob Mueller and Elisabetha Speck, was born October 20, 1826 in Alsenborn, Pfalz, Bavaria. ("Deutschland, Geburten und Taufen 1558-1898," index, FamilySearch(https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/NP8N-MBL : accessed 12 Jan 2014), Wilhelm Mueller, ; citing ALSENBORN,PFALZ,BAVARIA; FHL microfilm 488864.)
1.1.1. Birth Notice in Newspaper
Without an exact location or date of birth, it will be impossible to locate mention in a newspaper.
1.1.2. Bible Record
I am not aware of any surviving Bible record for this Miller family. Will continue to reach out to extended family members in hopes that one can be located.
1.1.3. Baptismal Record
Without an exact date to search and location of birth, will not be able to locate a baptismal record for William.
1.1.4. Adoption Record
There is no indication that William was adopted.
1.2. Marriage License
William married January 31, 1856 in Posey County, Indiana to Elizabeth Schafer. I do not yet have a copy of their marriage license. Will add this to my list of "to-do" items for my next research trip.
William married secondly on May 5, 1887 in Vanderburgh County, Indiana to Margaret Kullman. I do not yet have a copy of their marriage license. Will add this to my list of "to-do" items for my next research trip.
1.2.1 Marriage Notice in Newspaper
Will need to search contemporary newspaper accounts for mention of William's nuptials. Will add this to my research "to-do" list.
1.2.2. Anniversary Notice
Will need to search contemporary newspaper accounts for mention of any anniversary celebrations. Will add this to my research "to-do" list.
1.2.3. Divorce Decree
While there is no indication that William was divorced, a thorough search of the court records in Posey and Vanderburgh Counties, Indiana will need to be completed.
1.3. Death Certificate
William died July 24, 1901 in Kasson, Vanderburgh County, Indiana. I do not yet have a copy of his death certificate. Will add that to my list of research "to-do" items.
1.3.1. Obituary in Newspaper
Will need to search contemporary newspapers for mention of William's obituary. Will add this to my list of "to-do" items for my next research trip.
1.3.2. Funeral Home Records
Once I've obtained a copy of William's obituary, I can contact the funeral home that handled the arrangements and see if they have any additional information.
1.3.3. Tombstone Photograph
I do not yet know what cemetery William is buried in, assuming that he is buried in Evansville, Vanderburgh County, Indiana. Will add this to my list of "to-do" items for my next research trip.
2. Census Records
2.1. Federal Census Records
2.1.1. 1900 Federal Census
On June 1, 1900, William was enumerated as the head of household in German Township, Vanderburgh County, Indiana1, as William Miller, age 73, born October 1826 in Germany. He had been married for 12 years. His father and mother were both born in Germany. He immigrated to the United States in 1848, had been living 52 years in the U.S. and was a naturalized citizen. His occupation was that of a saloon keeper. He could read and write and speak English. He owned his own home, free of mortgage.
2.1.2. 1880 Federal Census
On June 1, 1880, William was enumerated as head of household in Evansville, Vanderburgh County, Indiana3, as William Miller, age 52, born in Germany. His occupation was listed as a commission broker. He was married and both his father and mother were born in Germany.
2.1.3. 1870 Federal Census
On July 22, 1870, William was enumerated as head of household in the 3rd Ward, Evansville, Vanderburgh County, Indiana2, as William Miller, age 41, born in Hesse-Darmstadt. He was a saloon keeper. The value of his real estate was $15,000 and the value of his personal estate was $1000. His father and mother were both of foreign birth. He was a U.S. citizen.
2.1.4. 1860 Federal Census
On June 18, 1870, William was enumerated as head of household in Robinson Township, Posey County, Indiana4, as William Miller, age 33, born in Germany. His occupation was listed as a farmer. The value of his real estate was $3500 and the value of his personal estate was $500.
2.1.5. 1850 Federal Census
I have not yet located William in the 1850 census. He should be there, as he immigrated in 1848, but I do not know yet where he first lived before coming to Indiana.
2.2. State Census Records
The State of Indiana conducted state census in 1853, 1857, 1871, 1877, 1883, 1889, 1901, 1913, 1919 and 1931. These, however, were merely for the purposes of legislative apportionment.
2.3. Agricultural Census Records
I have not yet investigated these types of records to see what light they might shed on the Miller farm.
3. Military Records
3.1. Draft Registration
I have not located any draft registration records for William.
3.2. Pension Records
I am not aware of any military service for William that would make him eligible to receive pension benefits.
3.3. Service Records
I am not aware of any military service for William, though he would have been of the right age to have served during the Civil War. Will add checking into this to my list of "to-do" research items.
4. Land Records
4.1. Deed Records
Deed records need to be thoroughly searched in Posey and Vanderburgh Counties, Indiana to see what records might mention William. Will add this to my list of "to-do" items for my next research trip.
4.2. Plat map / county map
Plat maps in Posey and Vanderburgh Counties, Indiana will need to be searched to see what might be relevant to my search for William.
5. Supplemental
Supplemental records available for research on William include city/county directories, court records and will and probate records. Will add these to my list of "to-do" items for my next research trip.
Sources:
1. William Miller household, 1900 U.S. census, population schedule, German Township, Vanderburgh County, Indiana, ED 133, SD 1, sheet 1A, dwelling 10, family 10; National Archives micropublication T623, roll 408, page 43.
2. William Miller household, 1870 U.S. census, population schedule, 3rd Ward, Evansville, Vanderburgh County, Indiana, dwelling 265, family 263; National Archives micropublication M593, roll 364, page 218.
3. 1880 U.S. census, Vanderburgh County, Indiana, population schedule, Evansville, enumeration district 83, SD 1, page 2, dwelling 10, family 13; digital images, Ancestry.com (www.ancestry.com : accessed 12 January 2014); National Archives, Washington, D.C.
4. William Miller household, 1860 U.S. census, population schedule, Robinson Township, Posey County, Indiana, Stewartsville P.O., page 511, dwelling 417, family 362; National Archives micropublication M653, roll 290, page 576.
This post was developed as part of the series relating to Building My 2011 Research Template, an attempt to systematically document and source the details of my ancestors' lives. Comments regarding this template and the conclusions drawn in this article are welcomed.
Saturday, January 14, 2012
Surname Saturday : Schafer
The SCHAFER line is in Corinne's maternal line. The surname is of Germanic origin, with multiple spelling variations. No connection yet between this line and her SCHAEFFER line.
Ahnentafel # 49: Elizabeth Schafer (c1839-bef1887). Elizabeth was born circa 1839 in Hesse-Darmstadt, according to the 1870 census. She married William Miller (c1827-1901) on January 31, 1856 in Posey County, Indiana. They raised 9 children in Posey County, Indiana and Evansville, Vanderburgh County, Indiana. William died July 24, 1901 in Kasson, Vanderburgh County, Indiana. Elizabeth died between 1875 and 1887, when William remarried.
Ahnentafel # 49: Elizabeth Schafer (c1839-bef1887). Elizabeth was born circa 1839 in Hesse-Darmstadt, according to the 1870 census. She married William Miller (c1827-1901) on January 31, 1856 in Posey County, Indiana. They raised 9 children in Posey County, Indiana and Evansville, Vanderburgh County, Indiana. William died July 24, 1901 in Kasson, Vanderburgh County, Indiana. Elizabeth died between 1875 and 1887, when William remarried.
Saturday, December 24, 2011
Surname Saturday : Recap of Corinne's Lines
This post is a recap of Surname Saturday posts of Corinne's family lines. Taking a six-generation view of her pedigree chart, these are the families in her line.
- MILLER Vanderburgh County, IN>Posey County, IN>Hesse-Darmstadt
- SCHAFER Vanderburgh County, IN>Hesse-Darmstadt
- SCHAEFFER Vanderburgh County, IN>Louisiana>Bavaria
- RIEBER Vanderburgh County, IN>Louisiana>Germany
- CHIVLARE Warrick County, IN>France
- BOYER/BORROR Warrick County, IN>Franklin County, OH>Hardy County, VA>Germany
- FOLLOWAY Warrick County, IN>Kentucky
- WILLIAMS Warrick County, IN
- WILD/WILDT Vanderburgh County, IN>Jefferson County, KY>Hesse-Darmstadt
- DEUTSCH Vanderburgh County, IN>Saxony
- DAMM Vanderburgh County, IN>Wabash County, IL>Bavaria
- SCHNIEDER Vanderburgh County, IN
- MIGUET Vanderburgh County, IN>Buchanan County, IA>France
- JARRETT Buchanan County, IA>Koscuisko County, IN>Virginia
- SAUER Vanderburgh County, IN>Pennsylvania
- RITT Vanderburgh County, IN>Baden
Surname Saturday – create a post in which you discuss a surname and mention its origins, its geographical location(s) and how it fits into your genealogy research. Surname Saturday is an ongoing series at GeneaBloggers.
Monday, August 29, 2011
Research Updates: August 29, 2011
I was able to spend a few hours yesterday at the Willard Library in Evansville, Indiana and do some research. This is a great regional library, with a lot of sources that extend outside of their geographic area. While my main focus was on the the robbery of the New Harmony bank in 1925, I also located information relating to Eileen's and Corinne's lines.
- Searched additional editions of the Evansville Journal from March 1925, looking for additional information on the robbery in New Harmony that Harry Pierpont's gang was involved with. Did not find anything other than what the library had already provided.
- Found information in abstracts of Tagliche Evansville Union 1865-1885 that included information regarding the Sauer, Ritt, Damm, and Schafer lines. Once I determine how they are related to Corinne's lines, will request copies of the actual newspaper items. All of which are published in German script!
- Located record of abstracts of Warrick County, Indiana Will Book I 1831-1859 and Will Book II Feb. 1860-June 1885. In this work, located Corinne's ancestor Thomas McCool. Will now be able to request the copy of his will filled April 23, 1869.
- Located the Divorce Record Index 1818-1941 Vanderburgh County Indiana and located several of Corinne's ancestors and relatives, some of whom had filed multiple times, including the Miller, Chivlare and Sauer families. Now there's a story there!
- Found published Ledger of Civil War Appointments & Discharges from the Recorders Office of Wabash County, Indiana which had information about Eileen's ancestor, Thomas PEFLEY. Nice find in a library over 200 miles from home.
- Made copies from Lagro Township Cemeteries Wabash County Indiana for records of Eileen's Duffey, Lewis, Sills & Pefley ancestors.
For just a few hours of research, it turned out to be a very productive day in a really nice, historic library. If you ever have an opportunity to research there, I would highly recommend it.
Saturday, October 24, 2009
Surname Saturday: Miller
The MILLER family is Corinne's maternal line. The surname is of Germanic origin, with Corinne's 3rd-great grandfather coming from Hesse-Darmstadt.
Stories and History:
Ahnentafel # 96: Jacob MILLER - the immigrant. Believe to have been from Bavaria. His wife was Elizabeth SPECK. Need to do more research to locate him in census records. Believed to have been naturalized in Posey County, Indiana. Had at least 1 son and 1 daughter.
Ahnentafel # 48: William MILLER (c1827-1901). William was born between 1827 and 1828 in Hesse-Darmstadt. Was living in Posey County, Indiana in 1856 when he married Elizabeth SCHAFER. According to the 1900 census, he emigrated in 1848. Later lived in Kasson, Vanderburgh County, Indiana where he operated a saloon. Father of 9 children.
Ahnentafel # 24: Mathias (Mat) MILLER (1861-1936). Mathias was born 1861 in Indiana. Lived in Evansville, Vanderburgh County, Indiana. Was a foundry worker. Married Elizabeth SCHAEFFER and had 10 children. Mathias died September 15, 1936 in Evansville, Vanderburgh County, Indiana.
Ahnentafel # 12: Arthur MILLER (1907-1964). Arthur born in Evansville on January 12, 1907. Married Hallie Marie CHIVLARE and had 12 children. Died May 20, 1964 in Evansville and is buried in Park Lawn Cemetery.
Related blog posts :
Stories and History:
Ahnentafel # 96: Jacob MILLER - the immigrant. Believe to have been from Bavaria. His wife was Elizabeth SPECK. Need to do more research to locate him in census records. Believed to have been naturalized in Posey County, Indiana. Had at least 1 son and 1 daughter.
Ahnentafel # 48: William MILLER (c1827-1901). William was born between 1827 and 1828 in Hesse-Darmstadt. Was living in Posey County, Indiana in 1856 when he married Elizabeth SCHAFER. According to the 1900 census, he emigrated in 1848. Later lived in Kasson, Vanderburgh County, Indiana where he operated a saloon. Father of 9 children.
Ahnentafel # 24: Mathias (Mat) MILLER (1861-1936). Mathias was born 1861 in Indiana. Lived in Evansville, Vanderburgh County, Indiana. Was a foundry worker. Married Elizabeth SCHAEFFER and had 10 children. Mathias died September 15, 1936 in Evansville, Vanderburgh County, Indiana.
Ahnentafel # 12: Arthur MILLER (1907-1964). Arthur born in Evansville on January 12, 1907. Married Hallie Marie CHIVLARE and had 12 children. Died May 20, 1964 in Evansville and is buried in Park Lawn Cemetery.
Related blog posts :
- Obituary of Lillie Miller (1873-1937), wife of Mathias (Mat) Miller
Sunday, March 15, 2009
Matthias Miller family - Vanderburgh County, Indiana
Corinne's maternal great-great grandfather, Matthias MILLER and family appear in the 1900-1920 census of Evansville, Vanderburgh County, Indiana in various households and circumstances. Matthias was the son William and Elizabeth (SCHAFER) MILLER.
In the 1900 census, Matthew, as he is listed, was a 38 year old moulder in a stove factory, born October 1861 in Indiana, married for 6 years. Both of his parents were listed as being born in Indiana. He could read and write and spoke English. His wife, Elizabeth, was aged 27, born March 1873 in Indiana, with both parents born in Indiana. She spoke English but could not read or write. She is also listed as the mother of 4 children, with only 1 living. Children living in the household were : Wm. M. aged 7, Carl, aged 5 and Fred, aged 2. Since they were listed as being married for 6 years, Elizabeth should be the mother of at least Carl & Fred, yet the record shows she was the mother of one living child.
In the 1910 census, Matthis, as he is listed, was a 49 year old moulder in a stove foundry, on his second marriage, and married for 16 years. He was born in Indiana, and his father was born in Germany and his mother in Indiana. He was renting his home, and was listed as being out of work for 30 weeks in 1909. His wife, Lizzie, aged 37 years, was on her first marriage, mother of 6 children, with 6 living. She was born in Indiana, as were both of her parents. She could not read or write. Children living in the household were: Willie, aged 16, working in a furniture factory, Carl, aged 14, working in a furniture factory, Fredie, aged 12, Hellen, aged 7 5/12, Eva, aged 5 7/12, and Auther, aged 3 3/12.
In the 1920 census, Matthias was living as a roomer in the household of Oda M. Veach. His aged was listed as 58 years old. He was married, working as a helper in a furniture factory. He was born in Indiana, with both father and mother born in Bavaria.
In the 1920 census, Lizzie was listed as the head of household in a different ward. She was renting her home. She was listed as a 46 year old female with no occupation, born in Indiana, as well as both of her parents. Living with her were children: Eva, aged 15, Arthur, aged 12, Sadie, aged 8, Lorenz, aged 5, and Fred, aged 21 and Fred's wife Bessie, aged 24.
Apparently, Matthias and Lizzie were separated at this time. Other research has located records in the Vanderburgh County were Lilie Miller filed for divorce in 1926 and later in 1931, both cases were dismissed.
Matthias MILLER b. October 1861, Indiana, d. September 15, 1936 Evansville, Vanderburgh County, Indiana, m. January 20, 1894 Evansville, Vanderburgh County, Indiana to Elizabeth SCHAEFFER. Elizabeth b. March 1873 Indiana, d. July 28, 1937 Evansville, Vanderburgh County, Indiana. Known children :
i. Lily Schaefer Miller b. November 26, 1891 Vanderburgh County, Indiana, d. before 1900 census
ii. William Mathias Miller b. October 1, 1893 Vanderburgh County, Indiana, d. October 28, 1956 Evansville, Vanderburgh County, Indiana, m. Thelma McNeal.
iii. Carl Miller b. March 19, 1896 Vanderburgh County, Indiana, d. September 2, 1927 Evansville, Vanderburgh County, Indiana
iv. Fred Miller b. March 1898 Vanderburgh County, Indiana, d. September 7, 1961 Evansville, Vanderburgh County, Indiana, m. Bessie ________
v. Mary Miller b. August 23, 1902 Vanderburgh County, Indiana, d. before 1910 census
vi. Helen Louis Miller b. ca. 1903 Vanderburgh County, Indiana, d. March 30, 2003 Evansville, Vanderburgh County, Indiana, m. William Herbert Gregg.
vii. Eva Louise Miller b. August 23, 1904 Vanderburgh County, Indiana, d. August 5, 1998 Evansville, Vanderburgh County, Indiana, m. S.E. Dever
viii. Arthur Miller b. January 12, 1907 Vanderburgh County, Indiana, d. May 20, 1964 Evansville, Vanderburgh County, Indiana, m. Hallie Marie Chivlare
ix. Sadie Kathryn Miller b. April 20, 1911 Vanderburgh County, Indiana, d. November 29, 2005 Evansville, Vanderburgh County, Indiana, m. ________ Hoover
x. Lawrence Sylvester Miller b. June 6, 1914 Vanderburgh County, Indiana, d. April 2, 1991 Evansville, Vanderburgh County, Indiana
In the 1900 census, Matthew, as he is listed, was a 38 year old moulder in a stove factory, born October 1861 in Indiana, married for 6 years. Both of his parents were listed as being born in Indiana. He could read and write and spoke English. His wife, Elizabeth, was aged 27, born March 1873 in Indiana, with both parents born in Indiana. She spoke English but could not read or write. She is also listed as the mother of 4 children, with only 1 living. Children living in the household were : Wm. M. aged 7, Carl, aged 5 and Fred, aged 2. Since they were listed as being married for 6 years, Elizabeth should be the mother of at least Carl & Fred, yet the record shows she was the mother of one living child.
In the 1910 census, Matthis, as he is listed, was a 49 year old moulder in a stove foundry, on his second marriage, and married for 16 years. He was born in Indiana, and his father was born in Germany and his mother in Indiana. He was renting his home, and was listed as being out of work for 30 weeks in 1909. His wife, Lizzie, aged 37 years, was on her first marriage, mother of 6 children, with 6 living. She was born in Indiana, as were both of her parents. She could not read or write. Children living in the household were: Willie, aged 16, working in a furniture factory, Carl, aged 14, working in a furniture factory, Fredie, aged 12, Hellen, aged 7 5/12, Eva, aged 5 7/12, and Auther, aged 3 3/12.
In the 1920 census, Matthias was living as a roomer in the household of Oda M. Veach. His aged was listed as 58 years old. He was married, working as a helper in a furniture factory. He was born in Indiana, with both father and mother born in Bavaria.
In the 1920 census, Lizzie was listed as the head of household in a different ward. She was renting her home. She was listed as a 46 year old female with no occupation, born in Indiana, as well as both of her parents. Living with her were children: Eva, aged 15, Arthur, aged 12, Sadie, aged 8, Lorenz, aged 5, and Fred, aged 21 and Fred's wife Bessie, aged 24.
Apparently, Matthias and Lizzie were separated at this time. Other research has located records in the Vanderburgh County were Lilie Miller filed for divorce in 1926 and later in 1931, both cases were dismissed.
Matthias MILLER b. October 1861, Indiana, d. September 15, 1936 Evansville, Vanderburgh County, Indiana, m. January 20, 1894 Evansville, Vanderburgh County, Indiana to Elizabeth SCHAEFFER. Elizabeth b. March 1873 Indiana, d. July 28, 1937 Evansville, Vanderburgh County, Indiana. Known children :
i. Lily Schaefer Miller b. November 26, 1891 Vanderburgh County, Indiana, d. before 1900 census
ii. William Mathias Miller b. October 1, 1893 Vanderburgh County, Indiana, d. October 28, 1956 Evansville, Vanderburgh County, Indiana, m. Thelma McNeal.
iii. Carl Miller b. March 19, 1896 Vanderburgh County, Indiana, d. September 2, 1927 Evansville, Vanderburgh County, Indiana
iv. Fred Miller b. March 1898 Vanderburgh County, Indiana, d. September 7, 1961 Evansville, Vanderburgh County, Indiana, m. Bessie ________
v. Mary Miller b. August 23, 1902 Vanderburgh County, Indiana, d. before 1910 census
vi. Helen Louis Miller b. ca. 1903 Vanderburgh County, Indiana, d. March 30, 2003 Evansville, Vanderburgh County, Indiana, m. William Herbert Gregg.
vii. Eva Louise Miller b. August 23, 1904 Vanderburgh County, Indiana, d. August 5, 1998 Evansville, Vanderburgh County, Indiana, m. S.E. Dever
viii. Arthur Miller b. January 12, 1907 Vanderburgh County, Indiana, d. May 20, 1964 Evansville, Vanderburgh County, Indiana, m. Hallie Marie Chivlare
ix. Sadie Kathryn Miller b. April 20, 1911 Vanderburgh County, Indiana, d. November 29, 2005 Evansville, Vanderburgh County, Indiana, m. ________ Hoover
x. Lawrence Sylvester Miller b. June 6, 1914 Vanderburgh County, Indiana, d. April 2, 1991 Evansville, Vanderburgh County, Indiana
Monday, December 25, 2006
Miller Family Lineage
Here is the current data I have on my daughter's Miller line, starting with her great-grandfather.
Arthur MILLER b. January 12, 1907 Vanderburgh Co., IN, d. May 20, 1964 Evansville, Vanderburgh Co., IN, m. September 17, 1928 Evansville, Vanderburgh Co., IN to Hallie Marie CHIVLARE.
Mathias MILLER b. October 20, 1861 Indiana (prob. Vanderburgh Co.), d. September 15, 1936 Evansville, Vanderburgh Co., IN, m. January 20, 1894 Evansville, Vanderburgh Co., IN to Elizabeth SCHAEFFER.
William MILLER b. bet. 1827-1828 Hesse-Darmstadt, d. July 24, 1901 Kasson, Vanderburgh Co., IN, m. January 31, 1856 Posey Co., IN to Elizabeth SCHAFER.
Arthur MILLER b. January 12, 1907 Vanderburgh Co., IN, d. May 20, 1964 Evansville, Vanderburgh Co., IN, m. September 17, 1928 Evansville, Vanderburgh Co., IN to Hallie Marie CHIVLARE.
Mathias MILLER b. October 20, 1861 Indiana (prob. Vanderburgh Co.), d. September 15, 1936 Evansville, Vanderburgh Co., IN, m. January 20, 1894 Evansville, Vanderburgh Co., IN to Elizabeth SCHAEFFER.
William MILLER b. bet. 1827-1828 Hesse-Darmstadt, d. July 24, 1901 Kasson, Vanderburgh Co., IN, m. January 31, 1856 Posey Co., IN to Elizabeth SCHAFER.
Friday, October 20, 2006
Today in my database : Mathias Miller (b. October 20, 1861)
Today's featured relative in my database is my daughter's 2nd great-grandfather, Mathias Miller.
Mathias was born October 20, 1861 in Indiana, probably Vanderburgh Co., IN, the son of William and Elizabeth (Schafer) Miller. Mathias married on January 20, 1894 in Evansville, Vanderburgh Co., IN to Elizabeth Schaeffer. Elizabeth was born March 1873 in Indiana and died July 28, 1937 in Evansville, Vanderburgh Co., IN. Mathias died September 15, 1936 in Evansville, Vanderburgh Co., IN.
Children of Mathias and Elizabeth (Schaeffer) Miller :
i. Lily Schaefer Miller
ii. William Mathias Miller m. Thelma McNeal
iii. Carl Miller
iv. Fred Miller m. Bessie ________
v. Mary Miller
vi. Helen Louise Miller m. ________ Gregg
vii. Eva Louise Miller m. S.E. Dever
viii. Arthur Miller m. Hallie Marie Chivlare
ix. Sadie K. Miller m. ________ Hoover
x. Lawrence Sylvester Miller
My daughter descends from Mathias and Elizabeth (Schaeffer) Miller through their son, Arthur, as follows :
Mathias Miller and Elizabeth Schaeffer
Arthur Miller and Hallie Marie Chivlare (her great-grandparents)
Mathias was born October 20, 1861 in Indiana, probably Vanderburgh Co., IN, the son of William and Elizabeth (Schafer) Miller. Mathias married on January 20, 1894 in Evansville, Vanderburgh Co., IN to Elizabeth Schaeffer. Elizabeth was born March 1873 in Indiana and died July 28, 1937 in Evansville, Vanderburgh Co., IN. Mathias died September 15, 1936 in Evansville, Vanderburgh Co., IN.
Children of Mathias and Elizabeth (Schaeffer) Miller :
i. Lily Schaefer Miller
ii. William Mathias Miller m. Thelma McNeal
iii. Carl Miller
iv. Fred Miller m. Bessie ________
v. Mary Miller
vi. Helen Louise Miller m. ________ Gregg
vii. Eva Louise Miller m. S.E. Dever
viii. Arthur Miller m. Hallie Marie Chivlare
ix. Sadie K. Miller m. ________ Hoover
x. Lawrence Sylvester Miller
My daughter descends from Mathias and Elizabeth (Schaeffer) Miller through their son, Arthur, as follows :
Mathias Miller and Elizabeth Schaeffer
Arthur Miller and Hallie Marie Chivlare (her great-grandparents)
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