Aunt Vera's Diary - February 6th

In the summer of 2019, I was able to photograph the entries in the diary of my maternal great-aunt, Vera (Haley) Stuber.  The entries cover the years from 1968-1971 time frame and provide an interesting view of her daily activities. Items in brackets are my notes for further research.

Stuber, Vera Delphene (Haley). "Journal." MS. Fort Recovery, Ohio, 1968-1971. Privately held by Juanita (LeMaster) Steigerwalt, [ADDRESS FOR PRIVATE USE,] Muncie, Indiana, 2020.

1968 - February 6th - Tuesday

Ironed.  Clarence went to Recovery to see about getting car worked on.

1969 - February 6th - Thursday

Clarence sprouted potatoes.

1970 - February 6th - Friday

Did some cleaning.  Clarence went to Portland, took his auto test.

1971 - February 6th - Saturday

Did usual work.  Nice winter day, man came for rest of straw.  Hittle was here.

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Vera Delphene (Haley) Stuber was born 10 March 1890 in Jay County, Indiana, daughter of Eli Weldon & Cora Belle (Metzner) Haley.  She married 14 February 1915 in Jay County, Indiana to Clarence Leroy Stuber.  Vera died 17 June 1987 in Portland, Jay County, Indiana. Clarence was born 4 February 1891 in Jay County, Indiana, son of Henry and Margaret (Metzger) Stuber.  Clarence died 20 May 1981 in Portland, Jay County, Indiana.  They had no surviving children. 

My Updated LivingDNA Ethnicity Results

Back at Rootstech in 2017, I purchased a LivingDNA test kit and awaited my results.  I was intrigued to see what they might say about the regions of the United Kingdom where some of my DNA would be from. For whatever reason, I have failed to write about the results before.  This week there was an ethnicity update.  The key to remember is that ethnicity estimates are just that, estimates, and they depend on the reference populations.

My original ethnicity estimates showed 96.7% Europe and 3.2% Near East, including some interesting mix of Turkish and Kurdish

The most recent update is a bit more in line with known ancestry, showing 100% European.  My previous 2.9% Scandinavian has been refined to 3.2% from Finland.  My Near East seems to have been collapsed into the South Italy at 11%

On their Facebook page, there are a lot of complaints about the update, something that happens to all companies when they issue an ethnicity update.  My results are more or less in line with what I know about my ancestry and doesn't affect my self-identity.

As for matching at LivingDNA, so far I only have one match - a US cousin who has uploaded her results.   The company has struggled to gain traction and get people to opt-in to matching.  Hopefully, I will eventually have matches from the UK and Europe that might lead to additional genealogical discoveries.  LivingDNA does accept uploads from other DNA testing sites, so I would recommend uploading just to make sure you are "fishing in all ponds" in looking for DNA matches.

Aunt Vera's Diary - February 5th

In the summer of 2019, I was able to photograph the entries in the diary of my maternal great-aunt, Vera (Haley) Stuber.  The entries cover the years from 1968-1971 time frame and provide an interesting view of her daily activities. Items in brackets are my notes for further research.

Stuber, Vera Delphene (Haley). "Journal." MS. Fort Recovery, Ohio, 1968-1971. Privately held by Juanita (LeMaster) Steigerwalt, [ADDRESS FOR PRIVATE USE,] Muncie, Indiana, 2020.

1968 - February 5th - Monday

Another nice day.  Washed and hung some clothes outside.

1969 - February 5th - Wednesday

Attended prayer meeting.  Took Mrs. Schell and Ella.  Clarence went to 'Recovery for coal.

1970 - February 5th - Thursday

Not quite as cold but cloudy all day.  Cleaned the bath room.

1971 - February 5th - Friday

Ice gone this morn but getting colder.  Cleaned refrigerator.  Clarence sprouted potatoes.  Mrs. Judy called this eve said Bernard had surgery this A.M.

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Vera Delphene (Haley) Stuber was born 10 March 1890 in Jay County, Indiana, daughter of Eli Weldon & Cora Belle (Metzner) Haley.  She married 14 February 1915 in Jay County, Indiana to Clarence Leroy Stuber.  Vera died 17 June 1987 in Portland, Jay County, Indiana. Clarence was born 4 February 1891 in Jay County, Indiana, son of Henry and Margaret (Metzger) Stuber.  Clarence died 20 May 1981 in Portland, Jay County, Indiana.  They had no surviving children. 

Research Trip to Monroe County, Indiana

Last August, I headed down to the Bloomington area to do research at the Monroe County History Center. I would highly recommend visiting or utilizing this research facility if you have Monroe County, Indiana roots.

I had previously written to the History Center in the past, and they had been very accomodating in regards to providing documents relating to family history.  In preparation for this trip, I had let them know ahead of time that I wanted to look at the following probate records:

*P 101 5 Davis, James Guardianship 1879

*P 102 2 Davis, James Insane 1880

*P 84 5 Davis, James Heirs 1880

*P 87 7 Davis, James Estate 1880

*P 90 4 Davis, James Estate 1880

*P 92 8 Davis, James Estate 1881

*P 93 4 Davis, James Estate 1879 

 *P 236 6 Gilliland, Robert Estate 1916

I was curious if the James Davis listed in these estate records would tie into my Davis family in Monroe County.  Ida Davis' father was James Austin Davis (1850-1909) who was listed as being an inmate in the Owen County, Indiana asylumn in 1880.  Since the Davis family was back and forth between Owen and Monroe Counties, I hoped that the estate records might somehow be related to his condition and guardianship.  The Robert Gilliland estate I was interested in because Robert was the stepfather of Ida Davis.

When I arrived, the museum staff had the records pulled and they were ready for me to look at.  Unfortunately, the James Davis in these estate records was not related to my Davis family at all.  So that was a bust.  

However, the Robert Gilliland estate record was an interesting find.  He died with an estate worth less than $500 in 1916.  Back in 1989, I had written to the Monroe County Clerk's office regarding whether or not they had a will on file for Robert.  The response was that they did not.  Had I been a little wiser in my genealogy research, I would have thought to check for a probate file - which I'm now glad that I have.  Lesson is to always be thinking of additional sources of information and never giving up.  I expect to do a future blog post on the estate of Robert Gilliland.

At the History Center, I was able to then begin searching for other family records that might be relevant to the family, and I was able to get copies made of several land records that I will explore in future posts.

One item of interest was a copy of the marriage license of my great-grandparents, Clemon Beals Lambertson and June Gilliland, which I didn't previously have a copy of.

There was also a photo album of related families where I located a photograph of Everett Gilliland, who would be June's half-brother.

After spending several hours at the museum making copies of land records for future examination, I decided to head over to Elletsville and visit the cemetery where June's mother, Ida, and her grandparents were buried.  It had been probably twenty years since I had been over that way.

The Methodist Cemetery in Elletsville isn't hard to find, in a pretty nice area and was easy to walk around.  I went around and took pictures of known ancestors and any one who had names that looked familiar for further research.

Above is the stone for Robert Gilliland and his second wife, Mary Ellen (Swafford) Gilliland.  Mary was my 3rd-great grandmother.  Her daughter, Ida Davis, is part of my biggest family mystery.  Ida's death certificate indicates that she is also buried in this cemetery, likely near this marker, though there is no stone for her.  The two infants stones in front of Robert & Mary's stone are for Robert & Mary's grandchildren : William Dorris Gilliland (1912-1914), son of William Everett & Maude (Arthur) Gilliland and William Harrell Gilliland (1928-1928), son of William Everett & Florence (Arthur) Gilliland.

Somewhere in this plot is where I believe that Ida is buried.  Logically, since she was 26 at the time, and this is a family plot, she should be here.  But why no stone?  Likely due to cost.  I have tried to obtain records of burials at the cemetery, but no such luck.

As I left, I couldn't help but wonder if my 3rd-great grandmother's spirit wasn't guiding me in some manner, since it turned out the date of my trip to visit her grave was on her birthday.

Aunt Vera's Diary - February 4th

In the summer of 2019, I was able to photograph the entries in the diary of my maternal great-aunt, Vera (Haley) Stuber.  The entries cover the years from 1968-1971 time frame and provide an interesting view of her daily activities. Items in brackets are my notes for further research.

Stuber, Vera Delphene (Haley). "Journal." MS. Fort Recovery, Ohio, 1968-1971. Privately held by Juanita (LeMaster) Steigerwalt, [ADDRESS FOR PRIVATE USE,] Muncie, Indiana, 2020.

1968 - February 4th - Sunday

To church morn & evening. In P.M. went with Waymons to Galens. [Waymon & Carrie Thornburg, Galen & Mary Miller - Vera's sisters] Was a nice winter day.  Clarence 77 years young today.

1969 - February 4th - Tuesday

Ironed and baked cup cakes, took some to Pauls.  C. went to have tax papers made out I went to see Betty.  Clara Zimmerman died this A.M.

1970 - February 4th - Wednesday

Still having real winter.  We didn't go to prayer meeting.  I baked a cake.  C's birthday.

1971 - February 4th - Thursday

Just a glare of ice today.  Roy Johnson here for dinner & supper.  Could only drive about 5 mi. per hr.  Mail man came at 1 o'clock.  No school today.  Ruth Cook called this eve.  C's Birthday

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Vera Delphene (Haley) Stuber was born 10 March 1890 in Jay County, Indiana, daughter of Eli Weldon & Cora Belle (Metzner) Haley.  She married 14 February 1915 in Jay County, Indiana to Clarence Leroy Stuber.  Vera died 17 June 1987 in Portland, Jay County, Indiana. Clarence was born 4 February 1891 in Jay County, Indiana, son of Henry and Margaret (Metzger) Stuber.  Clarence died 20 May 1981 in Portland, Jay County, Indiana.  They had no surviving children. 

Aunt Vera's Diary - February 3rd

In the summer of 2019, I was able to photograph the entries in the diary of my maternal great-aunt, Vera (Haley) Stuber.  The entries cover the years from 1968-1971 time frame and provide an interesting view of her daily activities. Items in brackets are my notes for further research.

Stuber, Vera Delphene (Haley). "Journal." MS. Fort Recovery, Ohio, 1968-1971. Privately held by Juanita (LeMaster) Steigerwalt, [ADDRESS FOR PRIVATE USE,] Muncie, Indiana, 2020.

1968 - February 3rd - Saturday

We went to Portland this A.M.  First I've been to town before Christmas.  Been a nice winter day, but cold.

1969 - February 3rd - Monday

Washed today.  Hittle was here awhile.  Clarence went for chicken feed.

1970 - February 3rd - Tuesday

Ironed and mended.

1971 - February 3rd - Wednesday

Began snowing this P.M.  Clarence went to Recovery.  I've been getting ready for company tomorrow (Roy Johnson)

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Vera Delphene (Haley) Stuber was born 10 March 1890 in Jay County, Indiana, daughter of Eli Weldon & Cora Belle (Metzner) Haley.  She married 14 February 1915 in Jay County, Indiana to Clarence Leroy Stuber.  Vera died 17 June 1987 in Portland, Jay County, Indiana. Clarence was born 4 February 1891 in Jay County, Indiana, son of Henry and Margaret (Metzger) Stuber.  Clarence died 20 May 1981 in Portland, Jay County, Indiana.  They had no surviving children. 

Aunt Vera's Diary - February 2nd

In the summer of 2019, I was able to photograph the entries in the diary of my maternal great-aunt, Vera (Haley) Stuber.  The entries cover the years from 1968-1971 time frame and provide an interesting view of her daily activities. Items in brackets are my notes for further research.

Stuber, Vera Delphene (Haley). "Journal." MS. Fort Recovery, Ohio, 1968-1971. Privately held by Juanita (LeMaster) Steigerwalt, [ADDRESS FOR PRIVATE USE,] Muncie, Indiana, 2020.

1968 - February 2nd - Friday

Rained some this morning snowed some, colder this eve.  C. went to Recovery this P.M.  I did some cleaning & baked cherry & cream pies.

1969 - February 2nd - Sunday

Attended church morn & eve.  Missionary from Haiti talked in eve.  We were to H. Huntsmans in P.M.

1970 - February 2nd - Monday

Snowed last night.  I washed.  Grace Schell here this A.M.

1971 - February 2nd - Tuesday

Baked angel food cake and made noodles.  Jean called last eve said Bernard was in hospital and that they would operate today.

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Vera Delphene (Haley) Stuber was born 10 March 1890 in Jay County, Indiana, daughter of Eli Weldon & Cora Belle (Metzner) Haley.  She married 14 February 1915 in Jay County, Indiana to Clarence Leroy Stuber.  Vera died 17 June 1987 in Portland, Jay County, Indiana. Clarence was born 4 February 1891 in Jay County, Indiana, son of Henry and Margaret (Metzger) Stuber.  Clarence died 20 May 1981 in Portland, Jay County, Indiana.  They had no surviving children. 

Aunt Vera's Diary - February 1st

In the summer of 2019, I was able to photograph the entries in the diary of my maternal great-aunt, Vera (Haley) Stuber.  The entries cover the years from 1968-1971 time frame and provide an interesting view of her daily activities. Items in brackets are my notes for further research.

Stuber, Vera Delphene (Haley). "Journal." MS. Fort Recovery, Ohio, 1968-1971. Privately held by Juanita (LeMaster) Steigerwalt, [ADDRESS FOR PRIVATE USE,] Muncie, Indiana, 2020.

1968 - February 1st - Thursday

Rained about all night

1969 - February 1st - Saturday

Baked cherry pies etc.

1970 - February 1st - Sunday

A nice day, roads good.  Attended church morn & evening.  Carrie [Vera's sister] & Waymon here in P.M.

1971 - February 1st - Monday

Washed & ironed, put up kitchen curtains.  Very cold was 5% below zero this morning.

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Vera Delphene (Haley) Stuber was born 10 March 1890 in Jay County, Indiana, daughter of Eli Weldon & Cora Belle (Metzner) Haley.  She married 14 February 1915 in Jay County, Indiana to Clarence Leroy Stuber.  Vera died 17 June 1987 in Portland, Jay County, Indiana. Clarence was born 4 February 1891 in Jay County, Indiana, son of Henry and Margaret (Metzger) Stuber.  Clarence died 20 May 1981 in Portland, Jay County, Indiana.  They had no surviving children. 

Aunt Vera's Diary - January 31st

In the summer of 2019, I was able to photograph the entries in the diary of my maternal great-aunt, Vera (Haley) Stuber.  The entries cover the years from 1968-1971 time frame and provide an interesting view of her daily activities. Items in brackets are my notes for further research.

Stuber, Vera Delphene (Haley). "Journal." MS. Fort Recovery, Ohio, 1968-1971. Privately held by Juanita (LeMaster) Steigerwalt, [ADDRESS FOR PRIVATE USE,] Muncie, Indiana, 2020.

1968 - January 31st - Wednesday

Been a foggy, damp day.  We didn't go to prayer meeting.  4 children burned to death in house fire near Ruths last night.

1969 - January 31st - Friday

Cleaned up the house.  Went to Recovery in the P.M.

1970 - January 31st - Saturday

Usual work.  Clarks sale this P.M.

1971 - January 31st - Sunday

We are still shut ins I haven't been to church for 3 Sundays.  Clarence didn't go today, so cold & icy roads.

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Vera Delphene (Haley) Stuber was born 10 March 1890 in Jay County, Indiana, daughter of Eli Weldon & Cora Belle (Metzner) Haley.  She married 14 February 1915 in Jay County, Indiana to Clarence Leroy Stuber.  Vera died 17 June 1987 in Portland, Jay County, Indiana. Clarence was born 4 February 1891 in Jay County, Indiana, son of Henry and Margaret (Metzger) Stuber.  Clarence died 20 May 1981 in Portland, Jay County, Indiana.  They had no surviving children. 

Aunt Vera's Diary - January 30th

In the summer of 2019, I was able to photograph the entries in the diary of my maternal great-aunt, Vera (Haley) Stuber.  The entries cover the years from 1968-1971 time frame and provide an interesting view of her daily activities. Items in brackets are my notes for further research.

Stuber, Vera Delphene (Haley). "Journal." MS. Fort Recovery, Ohio, 1968-1971. Privately held by Juanita (LeMaster) Steigerwalt, [ADDRESS FOR PRIVATE USE,] Muncie, Indiana, 2020.

1968 - January 30th - Tuesday

Ironed this A.M. Rained all night.  Made noodles to freeze.  Leona's returned home from James' this evening.

1969 - January 30th - Thursday

Usual days work.

1970 - January 30th - Friday

We went to Portland, first we had been there before Christmas.

1971 - January 30th - Saturday

Did usual work.  Baked cake.  Golda's mother buried today.  Roy Johnson here this P.M. holding revival at Mt. Zion.

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Vera Delphene (Haley) Stuber was born 10 March 1890 in Jay County, Indiana, daughter of Eli Weldon & Cora Belle (Metzner) Haley.  She married 14 February 1915 in Jay County, Indiana to Clarence Leroy Stuber.  Vera died 17 June 1987 in Portland, Jay County, Indiana. Clarence was born 4 February 1891 in Jay County, Indiana, son of Henry and Margaret (Metzger) Stuber.  Clarence died 20 May 1981 in Portland, Jay County, Indiana.  They had no surviving children. 

Aunt Vera's Diary - January 29th

In the summer of 2019, I was able to photograph the entries in the diary of my maternal great-aunt, Vera (Haley) Stuber.  The entries cover the years from 1968-1971 time frame and provide an interesting view of her daily activities. Items in brackets are my notes for further research.

Stuber, Vera Delphene (Haley). "Journal." MS. Fort Recovery, Ohio, 1968-1971. Privately held by Juanita (LeMaster) Steigerwalt, [ADDRESS FOR PRIVATE USE,] Muncie, Indiana, 2020.

1968 - January 29th - Monday

Another damp, and dreary day.  I washed but as usual had to dry them inside.

1969 - January 29th - Wednesday

Rain and more rain but ice is all gone.

1970 - January 29th - Thursday

Did usual work.

1971 - January 29th - Friday

We cleaned up the house some.

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Vera Delphene (Haley) Stuber was born 10 March 1890 in Jay County, Indiana, daughter of Eli Weldon & Cora Belle (Metzner) Haley.  She married 14 February 1915 in Jay County, Indiana to Clarence Leroy Stuber.  Vera died 17 June 1987 in Portland, Jay County, Indiana. Clarence was born 4 February 1891 in Jay County, Indiana, son of Henry and Margaret (Metzger) Stuber.  Clarence died 20 May 1981 in Portland, Jay County, Indiana.  They had no surviving children. 

Trip to Allen County Museum

Sunday I had the opportunity to spend time with dad and head over to Lima, Ohio to the Allen County Musuem, where they were holding their annual meeting.  As a guest speaker they had Mr. Steve Lucht, the curator of the Dayton History Musuem, who was giving a talk about John Dillinger and the connection between Dayton and Lima.

Having wanting to visit their museum, we headed over there and were able to not only hear a good talk, but take a stroll through a really nicely displayed museum of local history.  Of particular interest to us was the Sarber-Dillinger story - which told the tale of Sherriff Jess Sarber's murder by our "bad apple" cousin, Harry Pierpont, who broke John Dillinger out of the Lima jail.

The musuem has the original jail cell that held Dillinger, and includes items such as the desk that the sherriff sat at and other items from the period.  On the walls were photos of the principal members of Dillinger's gang and some biography about what happened to them after the jail-break.

Display of Sherrif Sarber and John Dillinger

Photo of Harry Pierpont after arrested and brought back to Lima, OH

Picture of Harry Pierpont at his trial with attorney

Another photo of Harry from the trial

Actual death warrant for Harry Pierpont

If you get a chance to get over to Lima, I would recommend visiting their musuem.

Aunt Vera's Diary - January 28th

In the summer of 2019, I was able to photograph the entries in the diary of my maternal great-aunt, Vera (Haley) Stuber.  The entries cover the years from 1968-1971 time frame and provide an interesting view of her daily activities. Items in brackets are my notes for further research.

Stuber, Vera Delphene (Haley). "Journal." MS. Fort Recovery, Ohio, 1968-1971. Privately held by Juanita (LeMaster) Steigerwalt, [ADDRESS FOR PRIVATE USE,] Muncie, Indiana, 2020.

1968 - January 28th - Sunday

We went to church morn and eve.  Last day of youth revival.

1969 - January 28th - Tuesday

No schools today.  Freezing rain & very icy.   Ironed this morning.

1970 - January 28th - Wednesday

Cloudy but thawed a quite a lot today.  Clarence went to ' Recovery this P.M.

1971 - January 28th - Thursday

Carrie & John called on us Thursday P.M.

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Vera Delphene (Haley) Stuber was born 10 March 1890 in Jay County, Indiana, daughter of Eli Weldon & Cora Belle (Metzner) Haley.  She married 14 February 1915 in Jay County, Indiana to Clarence Leroy Stuber.  Vera died 17 June 1987 in Portland, Jay County, Indiana. Clarence was born 4 February 1891 in Jay County, Indiana, son of Henry and Margaret (Metzger) Stuber.  Clarence died 20 May 1981 in Portland, Jay County, Indiana.  They had no surviving children. 

Aunt Vera's Diary - January 27th

In the summer of 2019, I was able to photograph the entries in the diary of my maternal great-aunt, Vera (Haley) Stuber.  The entries cover the years from 1968-1971 time frame and provide an interesting view of her daily activities. Items in brackets are my notes for further research.

1968 - January 27th - Saturday

Baked chocolate cake and did usual Saturdays work.  Ruth Francks had surgery yesterday.

1969 - January 27th - Monday

Washed today.

1970 - January 27th - Tuesday

A little warmer but cloudy all day.  Ironed and mended.  Gresinger here this A.M.

1971 - January 27th - Wednesday

Clarence went to Ft. Recovery.


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Vera Delphene (Haley) Stuber was born 10 March 1890 in Jay County, Indiana, daughter of Eli Weldon & Cora Belle (Metzner) Haley.  She married 14 February 1915 in Jay County, Indiana to Clarence Leroy Stuber.  Vera died 17 June 1987 in Portland, Jay County, Indiana. Clarence was born 4 February 1891 in Jay County, Indiana, son of Henry and Margaret (Metzger) Stuber.  Clarence died 20 May 1981 in Portland, Jay County, Indiana.  They had no surviving children. 

Aunt Vera's Diary - January 26th

In the summer of 2019, I was able to photograph the entries in the diary of my maternal great-aunt, Vera (Haley) Stuber.  The entries cover the years from 1968-1971 time frame and provide an interesting view of her daily activities. Items in brackets are my notes for further research.

Stuber, Vera Delphene (Haley). "Journal." MS. Fort Recovery, Ohio, 1968-1971. Privately held by Juanita (LeMaster) Steigerwalt, [ADDRESS FOR PRIVATE USE,] Muncie, Indiana, 2020.

1968 - January 26th - Friday

Did some cleaning, defrosted the refrigerator & dressed an old hen.  Bernards were to start for James' early today.  Clarence is ready to go to church.

1969 - January 26th - Sunday

Attended church morn. & eve.  No company today.

1970 - January 26th - Monday

Did big washing, blankets etc. But had to dry indoors.  Snowed a little.

1971 - January 26th - Tuesday

Ironed and baked cherry pie.  Very windy & cold today.  Juanita's baby seems better.


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Vera Delphene (Haley) Stuber was born 10 March 1890 in Jay County, Indiana, daughter of Eli Weldon & Cora Belle (Metzner) Haley.  She married 14 February 1915 in Jay County, Indiana to Clarence Leroy Stuber.  Vera died 17 June 1987 in Portland, Jay County, Indiana. Clarence was born 4 February 1891 in Jay County, Indiana, son of Henry and Margaret (Metzger) Stuber.  Clarence died 20 May 1981 in Portland, Jay County, Indiana.  They had no surviving children. 

Aunt Vera's Diary - January 25th

In the summer of 2019, I was able to photograph the entries in the diary of my maternal great-aunt, Vera (Haley) Stuber.  The entries cover the years from 1968-1971 time frame and provide an interesting view of her daily activities. Items in brackets are my notes for further research.

Stuber, Vera Delphene (Haley). "Journal." MS. Fort Recovery, Ohio, 1968-1971. Privately held by Juanita (LeMaster) Steigerwalt, [ADDRESS FOR PRIVATE USE,] Muncie, Indiana, 2020.

1968 - January 25th - Thursday

Finished picking our corn this eve.  Clarence went to church I hope to go by Sunday.

1969 - January 25th - Saturday

A very cold day.  Sun shone but windy and cold.

1970 - January 25th - Sunday

We went to church this morn but roads a glare of ice almost to State line.  Harry Schells barn and chicken shed burned this P.M.

1971 - January 25th - Monday

We washed some today. Still cough and blow nose.

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Vera Delphene (Haley) Stuber was born 10 March 1890 in Jay County, Indiana, daughter of Eli Weldon & Cora Belle (Metzner) Haley.  She married 14 February 1915 in Jay County, Indiana to Clarence Leroy Stuber.  Vera died 17 June 1987 in Portland, Jay County, Indiana. Clarence was born 4 February 1891 in Jay County, Indiana, son of Henry and Margaret (Metzger) Stuber.  Clarence died 20 May 1981 in Portland, Jay County, Indiana.  They had no surviving children. 

Aunt Vera's Diary - January 24th

In the summer of 2019, I was able to photograph the entries in the diary of my maternal great-aunt, Vera (Haley) Stuber.  The entries cover the years from 1968-1971 time frame and provide an interesting view of her daily activities. Items in brackets are my notes for further research.

Stuber, Vera Delphene (Haley). "Journal." MS. Fort Recovery, Ohio, 1968-1971. Privately held by Juanita (LeMaster) Steigerwalt, [ADDRESS FOR PRIVATE USE,] Muncie, Indiana, 2020.

1968 - January 24th - Wednesday

Picked corn yesterday.  Sam Jones helped also Mark Wiley in P.M.

1969 - January 24th

Snow flurries & colder.  Defrosted refrigerator, baked cake & rice custard, Did some cleaning.  T.V. man here, Got load stone.  Betty fell and broke her ankle.

1970 - January 24th - Saturday

A little warmer today.  Baked a cake etc.  Hittle here this P.M.

1971 - January 24th - Sunday

Clarence went to church in morning.
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Vera Delphene (Haley) Stuber was born 10 March 1890 in Jay County, Indiana, daughter of Eli Weldon & Cora Belle (Metzner) Haley.  She married 14 February 1915 in Jay County, Indiana to Clarence Leroy Stuber.  Vera died 17 June 1987 in Portland, Jay County, Indiana. Clarence was born 4 February 1891 in Jay County, Indiana, son of Henry and Margaret (Metzger) Stuber.  Clarence died 20 May 1981 in Portland, Jay County, Indiana.  They had no surviving children.