Susan (Jacobs) Sherrick (1825-1864) was my paternal 3rd-great grandmother. What follows is an exploratory analysis of the biographical data I have discovered about her.
1. Vital Records
Susan was born August 18, 1825 in either Wayne County, Ohio1, or Pennsylvania2, depending on the source. More likely her birthplace was Warrington Township, York County, Pennsylvania.
1.1. Birth Certificate
I have not yet located a birth record for Susan. Will continue to search sources such as FamilySearch in hopes of locating.
1.1.1. Birth Notice in Newspaper
If Susan's birth was mentioned in a newspaper, I'm not aware of it. Once I've determined the exact location, will be able to continue my search to see if it was mentioned.
1.1.2. Bible Record
I am not aware of any surviving Bible records of the Jacobs family that mentions Susan. Will continue to reach out to extended family in hopes that one can be located.
1.1.3. Baptismal Record
I am not aware of any baptismal record for Susan, nor am I aware of the church affiliation of the family at this time.
1.1.4. Adoption Record
There is no indication that Susan was adopted.
1.2. Marriage License
Susan married David Sherrick on March 23, 1843 in Wayne County, Ohio3. David's surname was spelled Sherich in the record, as the surname has evolved through several records.
1.2.1 Marriage Notice in Newspaper
I've not yet searched available newspapers of the time period to see if mention was made of Susan and David's nuptials. Will add this to my list of "to-do" items for my next research trip.
1.2.2. Anniversary Notice
I've not yet searched available newspapers of the time period to see if mention was made of any anniversary celebrations. Susan would have passed away before their 25th wedding anniversary.
1.2.3. Divorce Decree
Although there is no indication that they were ever divorced, a complete search of local court records would need to be made to be sure.
1.3. Death Certificate
Susan died February 24, 1864 in Ashland County, Ohio1. Her tombstone cites the death date as February 23rd.
1.3.1. Obituary in Newspaper
I have not yet located an obituary mention for Susan. Will need to continue to search in available newspapers to see if mention was made.
1.3.2. Funeral Home Records
I will need to search the local historical society records to see if they have any mention of a funeral home that might have handled Susan's arrangements.
1.3.3. Tombstone Photograph
Susan's tombstone in the Ashland Cemetery in Ashland, Ohio has been photographed4. Her name on the tombstone is Susanna, and the date of death is listed as February 23rd. She shares a marker with David's second wife, Amy, as well.
2. Census Records
2.1. Federal Census Records
2.1.1. 1860 Federal Census
On August 2, 1860, Susan was enumerated in the David Sharack hosuehold in Vermillion Township, Ashland County, Ohio5, as Susannah Sharack, age 30, female, born in Pennsylvania.
2.1.2. 1850 Federal Census
On September 19, 1850, Susan was enumerated in the David Scherick household in Vermillion Township, Ashland County, Ohio2, as Susan Scherick, age 23, female, born in Pennsylvania.
2.2. State Census Records
No state census records for the State of Ohio are known to exist.
2.3. Agricultural Census Records
I've not yet examined these types of records to see what light they might shed on the Sherrick family.
3. Military Records
3.1. Draft Registration
Not applicable, as Susan was female.
3.2. Pension Records
I am not aware of any military service by Susan's husband or father that would have made her eligible to receive military pension benefits.
3.3. Service Records
Not applicable, as Susan was female.
4. Land Records
4.1. Deed Records
Deed records need to be thoroughly searched in Wayne and Ashland Counties, Ohio to see what records might mention Susan. Will add this to my list of "to-do" items for my next research trip.
4.2. Plat map / county map
Plat maps of Wayne and Ashland Counties, Ohio need to be searched to see what information can be gleaned that will be relevant to my search.
5. Supplemental Records
Supplemental records to search for Susan 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. "Biographical and Historical Record of Jay County, Indiana", Lewis Publishing Company, Chicago, 1887, p. 665.
2. David Scherick household, 1850 U.S. census, population schedule, Vermillion Township, District No. 1, Ashland County, Ohio, page 419, dwelling 359, family 367; National Archives micropublication M432, roll 658.
3. "Ohio, County Marriages, 1789-2013," database with images, FamilySearch (https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:XZDV-8GX : 8 December 2014), David Sherich and Susan Jacobs, 23 Mar 1843; citing Wayne, Ohio, United States, reference 48; county courthouses, Ohio; FHL microfilm 425,754.
4. FindAGrave, Inc., FindAGrave.com (www.findagrave.com : accessed 31 December 2016), Susanna Sherrick memorial.
5. David Sharack household, 1860 U.S. census, population schedule, Hayesville P.O., Vermillion Township, Ashland County, Ohio, dwelling 974, household 1009; National Archives micropublication M653, roll 930.
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, December 31, 2016
Friday, December 30, 2016
Beryl Miller household, 1940, Jay County, Indiana
Located the 1940 census record of the Beryl Miller household in Jay County, Indiana. Beryl's wife, Inez, was my paternal 5th cousin once removed. Our common ancestor was Steffan Petry. Inez was the daughter of William Stevenson Ashcraft and Blanche Bertha Lewis.
At the time of the enumeration, Beryl and his wife were living in Bearcreek Township. Beryl owned his home and the value was listed at $1200. Beryl was 44 years old and born in Indiana. His wife, Inez, was 41 years old and also born in Indiana. In 1935, they were living in the same place.
The record shows that Beryl had completed 1 year of college and that Inez had completed 2 years of college. Beryl's occupation was listed as a farmer, and no occupation was listed for Inez.
Also listed in the household were son Jimmie, age 13, born in Indiana and had competed the 7th grade, and Nancy, age 8, born in Indiana and had completed the 2nd grade.
According to my database, Beryl & Inez had two additional children not with them in 1940 - Marilyn and Betty.
If you have any additional information or are connected to this family, I'd love to hear from you.
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| 1940 U.S. census, Jay County, Indiana, population schedule, Bearcreek Township, enumeration district (ED) 38-2, SD 5, sheet 8A, household 153, ; digital images, Ancestry.com (www.ancestry.com : accessed 26 December 2016); National Archives, Washington, D.C.. |
The record shows that Beryl had completed 1 year of college and that Inez had completed 2 years of college. Beryl's occupation was listed as a farmer, and no occupation was listed for Inez.
Also listed in the household were son Jimmie, age 13, born in Indiana and had competed the 7th grade, and Nancy, age 8, born in Indiana and had completed the 2nd grade.
According to my database, Beryl & Inez had two additional children not with them in 1940 - Marilyn and Betty.
If you have any additional information or are connected to this family, I'd love to hear from you.
Thursday, December 29, 2016
Exploratory Data Analysis : John Metzner (1805-1888)
John Metzner (1805-1888) was my paternal 3rd-great grandfather. What follows is an exploratory analysis of the biographical data I have discovered about him.
1. Vital Records
John was born October 2, 1805 in Saxony1, or October 21, according to one source2. His obituary cites the October 21st date, while tombstone calculation of his birth date would support the October 2nd date.
1.1. Birth Certificate
I have not yet located a birth record for John. Will continue to search sources such as FamilySearch in hopes of locating.
1.1.1. Birth Notice in Newspaper
If John's birth was mentioned in a newspaper, I'm not aware of it. Once I have the location, will continue to search to see if it was mentioned.
1.1.2. Bible Record
I'm not aware of any surviving Metzner family Bible that mentions John. Will continue to reach out to extended family in hopes that one can be located.
1.1.3. Baptismal Record
I'm not aware of any baptismal record for John. Later in life, he was associated with the Evangelical Association.
1.1.4. Adoption Record
There is no indication that John was adopted.
1.2. Marriage License
John married Catharine Young on November 16, 1839 in Newark, Licking County, Ohio3. John's obituary mentioned the date as November 4, 1839.
1.2.1 Marriage Notice in Newspaper
I have not yet searched available newspapers of the time period to see if mention was made of John and Catharine's nuptials. Will add that to my list of "to-do" items for my next research trip.
1.2.2. Anniversary Notice
I have not yet searched available newspapers of the time period for mention of any anniversary celebrations. Their 25th wedding anniversary would have been November 16, 1864. John passed away before their 50th.
1.2.3. Divorce Decree
Although there is no indication they were ever divorced, a complete search of local court records will need to be made to be sure.
1.3. Death Certificate
John died January 10, 1888 in Jay County, Indiana1,2,4.
1.3.1. Obituary in Newspaper
John's obituary appeared in the January 24, 1888 edition of the Evangelical Messenger2. His obituary stated that he came to America in 1837 and lived in Licking County, Ohio until 1850 when he moved to Jay County, Indiana.
1.3.2. Funeral Home Records
I will need to search local historical society records to see if they have any mention of the funeral home that handled John's arrangements.
1.3.3. Tombstone Photograph
John's tombstone in the Mt. Zion cemetery in Jay County, Indiana has been photographed
5. A link to his memorial page at FindAGrave site is located here.
2. Census Records
2.1. Federal Census Records
2.1.1. 1880 Federal Census
On June 7, 1880, John was enumerated as head of household in Noble Township, Jay County, Indiana6, as John Metzner, white, male, age 73, born in Saxony. His occupation was listed as a farmer. His father was listed as being born in Bavaria and his mother born in Saxony.
2.1.2. 1870 Federal Census
On June 15, 1870, John was enumerated as head of household in Noble Township, Jay County, Indiana7, as John Metzner, age 62, Farmer, born in Saxony. The value of his real estate was $3000 and his personal estate valued at $600. He was a U.S. citizen, both of his parents were listed as foreign born.
2.1.3. 1860 Federal Census
On June 22, 1860, John was enumerated as head of household in Noble Township, Jay County, Indiana8, as John Metzner, age 53, Farmer, born in Saxony. The value of his real estate was $1500 and the value of his personal estate was $400.
2.1.4. 1850 Federal Census
On September 21, 1850, John was enumerated as head of household in Noble Township, Jay County, Indiana9, as John Metzner, age 42, Farming, born in Germany. The value of his real estate was $300.
2.2. State Census Records
The State of Indiana conducted census in 1853, 1857, 1871, 1877, 1883, 1889, 1901, 1913, 1919 and 1931. These, however, were merely for the purposes of legislative apportionment.
No state census records of Ohio are known to exist.
2.3. Agricultural Census Records
I have not yet examined these types of records to see what light they might shed on the Metzner farm.
3. Military Records
3.1. Draft Registration
I have not located any military draft records for John.
3.2. Pension Records
I am not aware of any military service by John that would have made him eligible to receive pension benefits.
3.3. Service Records
I am not aware of any military service by John.
4. Land Records
4.1. Deed Records
Deed records need to be thoroughly searched in Licking County, Ohio and Jay County, Indiana to see what records might mention John. Will add this to my list of "to-do" items for my next research trip.
4.2. Plat map / county map
Plat maps of Licking County, Ohio and Jay County, Indiana need to be searched to see what information can be gleaned that will be relevant to my search.
5. Supplemental Records
Supplemental records to search for John 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. Metzner, Paula L., [address withheld], Kalamazoo, MI 49001, Family Group Sheet.
2. Evangelical Messenger, New Berlin, Pennsylvania, 24 January 1888, page 59.
3. "Ohio, County Marriages, 1789-2013," database with images, FamilySearch (https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:XZHL-F6J : 8 December 2014), John Metzner and Catherine Young, 16 Nov 1839; citing Licking, Ohio, United States, reference v.1,p.331,L.271; county courthouses, Ohio; FHL microfilm 384,300.
4. Jay Co., IN Death Records, Book H-1, p. 67.
5. FindAGrave, Inc., FindAGrave.com (www.findagrave.com : accessed 28 December 2016), John Metzner memorial.
6. 1880 U.S. Census, Jay County, Indiana, population schedule, Noble Township, enumeration district (ED) 154, SD 6, page 10B, dwelling 90, family 92, ; digital images, Ancestry.com (www.ancestry.com : accessed 24 December 2016); National Archives, Washington, D.C..
7. John Metzner household, 1870 U.S. census, population schedule, Noble Twp., Jay Co., IN, Hector P.O., page 30, dwelling 220, family 215; National Archives micropublication M593, roll 327., Page 104.
8. John Metzner household, 1860 U.S. census, population schedule, Noble Twp., Jay Co., IN, Hector P.O., dwelling 346, family 349; National Archives micropublication M653, roll 269., Page 188.
9. John Metzner household, 1850 U.S. census, population schedule, Noble Township, Jay County, Indiana, USA, page 314, dwelling 113, family 113; National Archives micropubliction M432, roll 153.
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
John was born October 2, 1805 in Saxony1, or October 21, according to one source2. His obituary cites the October 21st date, while tombstone calculation of his birth date would support the October 2nd date.
1.1. Birth Certificate
I have not yet located a birth record for John. Will continue to search sources such as FamilySearch in hopes of locating.
1.1.1. Birth Notice in Newspaper
If John's birth was mentioned in a newspaper, I'm not aware of it. Once I have the location, will continue to search to see if it was mentioned.
1.1.2. Bible Record
I'm not aware of any surviving Metzner family Bible that mentions John. Will continue to reach out to extended family in hopes that one can be located.
1.1.3. Baptismal Record
I'm not aware of any baptismal record for John. Later in life, he was associated with the Evangelical Association.
1.1.4. Adoption Record
There is no indication that John was adopted.
1.2. Marriage License
John married Catharine Young on November 16, 1839 in Newark, Licking County, Ohio3. John's obituary mentioned the date as November 4, 1839.
1.2.1 Marriage Notice in Newspaper
I have not yet searched available newspapers of the time period to see if mention was made of John and Catharine's nuptials. Will add that to my list of "to-do" items for my next research trip.
1.2.2. Anniversary Notice
I have not yet searched available newspapers of the time period for mention of any anniversary celebrations. Their 25th wedding anniversary would have been November 16, 1864. John passed away before their 50th.
1.2.3. Divorce Decree
Although there is no indication they were ever divorced, a complete search of local court records will need to be made to be sure.
1.3. Death Certificate
John died January 10, 1888 in Jay County, Indiana1,2,4.
1.3.1. Obituary in Newspaper
John's obituary appeared in the January 24, 1888 edition of the Evangelical Messenger2. His obituary stated that he came to America in 1837 and lived in Licking County, Ohio until 1850 when he moved to Jay County, Indiana.
1.3.2. Funeral Home Records
I will need to search local historical society records to see if they have any mention of the funeral home that handled John's arrangements.
1.3.3. Tombstone Photograph
John's tombstone in the Mt. Zion cemetery in Jay County, Indiana has been photographed
5. A link to his memorial page at FindAGrave site is located here.
2. Census Records
2.1. Federal Census Records
2.1.1. 1880 Federal Census
On June 7, 1880, John was enumerated as head of household in Noble Township, Jay County, Indiana6, as John Metzner, white, male, age 73, born in Saxony. His occupation was listed as a farmer. His father was listed as being born in Bavaria and his mother born in Saxony.
2.1.2. 1870 Federal Census
On June 15, 1870, John was enumerated as head of household in Noble Township, Jay County, Indiana7, as John Metzner, age 62, Farmer, born in Saxony. The value of his real estate was $3000 and his personal estate valued at $600. He was a U.S. citizen, both of his parents were listed as foreign born.
2.1.3. 1860 Federal Census
On June 22, 1860, John was enumerated as head of household in Noble Township, Jay County, Indiana8, as John Metzner, age 53, Farmer, born in Saxony. The value of his real estate was $1500 and the value of his personal estate was $400.
2.1.4. 1850 Federal Census
On September 21, 1850, John was enumerated as head of household in Noble Township, Jay County, Indiana9, as John Metzner, age 42, Farming, born in Germany. The value of his real estate was $300.
2.2. State Census Records
The State of Indiana conducted census in 1853, 1857, 1871, 1877, 1883, 1889, 1901, 1913, 1919 and 1931. These, however, were merely for the purposes of legislative apportionment.
No state census records of Ohio are known to exist.
2.3. Agricultural Census Records
I have not yet examined these types of records to see what light they might shed on the Metzner farm.
3. Military Records
3.1. Draft Registration
I have not located any military draft records for John.
3.2. Pension Records
I am not aware of any military service by John that would have made him eligible to receive pension benefits.
3.3. Service Records
I am not aware of any military service by John.
4. Land Records
4.1. Deed Records
Deed records need to be thoroughly searched in Licking County, Ohio and Jay County, Indiana to see what records might mention John. Will add this to my list of "to-do" items for my next research trip.
4.2. Plat map / county map
Plat maps of Licking County, Ohio and Jay County, Indiana need to be searched to see what information can be gleaned that will be relevant to my search.
5. Supplemental Records
Supplemental records to search for John 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. Metzner, Paula L., [address withheld], Kalamazoo, MI 49001, Family Group Sheet.
2. Evangelical Messenger, New Berlin, Pennsylvania, 24 January 1888, page 59.
3. "Ohio, County Marriages, 1789-2013," database with images, FamilySearch (https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:XZHL-F6J : 8 December 2014), John Metzner and Catherine Young, 16 Nov 1839; citing Licking, Ohio, United States, reference v.1,p.331,L.271; county courthouses, Ohio; FHL microfilm 384,300.
4. Jay Co., IN Death Records, Book H-1, p. 67.
5. FindAGrave, Inc., FindAGrave.com (www.findagrave.com : accessed 28 December 2016), John Metzner memorial.
6. 1880 U.S. Census, Jay County, Indiana, population schedule, Noble Township, enumeration district (ED) 154, SD 6, page 10B, dwelling 90, family 92, ; digital images, Ancestry.com (www.ancestry.com : accessed 24 December 2016); National Archives, Washington, D.C..
7. John Metzner household, 1870 U.S. census, population schedule, Noble Twp., Jay Co., IN, Hector P.O., page 30, dwelling 220, family 215; National Archives micropublication M593, roll 327., Page 104.
8. John Metzner household, 1860 U.S. census, population schedule, Noble Twp., Jay Co., IN, Hector P.O., dwelling 346, family 349; National Archives micropublication M653, roll 269., Page 188.
9. John Metzner household, 1850 U.S. census, population schedule, Noble Township, Jay County, Indiana, USA, page 314, dwelling 113, family 113; National Archives micropubliction M432, roll 153.
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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