Elias P. Snyder (1859-1891), Delaware County, Indiana

Working on filling in some gaps in my database by utilizing the "Indiana Marriages, 1811-1959" database at Familysearch.org to see what updates and corrections I could find.

Elias P. Snyder (1859-1891) was the son of Edwin Clark Anthony and Amanda (Groenendyke) Snyder.  His marriage on October 6, 1877 in Delaware County, Indiana was found in the database.  I have the surname as Snyder in my database, but the record clearly spells the alternative Snider.

"Indiana, Marriages, 1811-1959," index and images, FamilySearch (https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/XXYQ-3JB : accessed 17 Oct 2013), Elias P Snider and Nancy E Bell, 1877.

Elias was my maternal first cousin four times removed.  Our common ancestors were Elias Groenendyke and Nancy Jenkins.  Elias and Nancy had at least 3 children.  He died January 24, 1891 in Delaware County, Indiana.

Phebe Ann Beals (1831- ), Randolph County, Indiana

Working on filling in some gaps in my database by utilizing the "Indiana Marriages, 1811-1959" database at Familysearch.org to see what updates and corrections I could find.

Phebe Ann Beals (1831-    ) was the daughter of Daniel and Catherine (Jackson) Beals.  Her marriage on August 14, 1852 in Randolph County, Indiana to Jesse F. Baldwin was found in the database.  Prior to this find, I didn't have the exact location of their marriage.

"Indiana, Marriages, 1811-1959," index and images, FamilySearch (https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/V5P3-BLY : accessed 15 Oct 2013), Jesse F Baldwin and Phebe Ann Beals, 1852.

Phebe was my maternal fourth cousin six times removed.  Our common ancestors were John Beals and Mary Clayton.  Nothing further is known about her family at this point.

Pearl May Beals (1878-1970), Hamilton County, Indiana

Working on filling in some gaps in my database by utilizing the "Indiana Marriages, 1811-1959" database at Familysearch.org to see what updates and corrections I could find.

Pearl May Beals (1878-1970) was the daughter of Nathan Thomas and Elizabeth Caroline (Poe) Beals.  Her marriage on April 18, 1897 in Hamilton County, Indiana to Charles W. Lambertson was found in the database.  Though indexed with a middle initial of "M", it actually is "W" for Wilson.  Though I already had this fact in my database, I didn't actually have a copy of the record.

"Indiana, Marriages, 1811-1959," index and images, FamilySearch (https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/VXP5-KBP : accessed 15 Oct 2013), Charles M Lambertson and Pearl May Beals, 1897.

Pearl was my maternal great-great-grandmother.  She died August 3, 1970 in Elwood, Madison County, Indiana.  They were the parents of 8 children, all born in Hamilton County, Indiana.

Exploratory Data Analysis: William A.L. Metzner (1866-1879)

William A.L. Metzner (1866-1879) was my paternal great-granduncle.  What follows is an exploratory analysis of the biographical data I have discovered about him.

1. Vital Records

     1.1. Birth Certificate

          William was born October 24, 1866, probably in Jay County, Indiana.  The State of Indiana did not require state-wide registration of births until after 1907.  His date of birth was obtained from calculating from his death date and his tombstone.

          1.1.1. Birth Notice in Newspaper

               If William's birth was mentioned in a local newspaper, it has been lost to history.  The Jay County, Indiana public library has local newspapers from the late 1880s.  The holdings of the Indiana State Library in Indianapolis do not indicate any newspapers of the time period.

          1.1.2. Bible Record

               I am not aware of any surviving Bible record of the Metzner family.  Will continue to reach out to extended family in hopes that one does exist.

          1.1.3. Baptismal Record

               I am not aware of any baptismal record for William.  The Metzner's were members of the Evangelical Association.

          1.1.4. Adoption Record

               There is no indication that William was adopted.

     1.2. Marriage License

          Not applicable, as William died in his youth.

          1.2.1 Marriage Notice in Newspaper

               Not applicable.

          1.2.2. Anniversary Notice

               Not applicable.

          1.2.3. Divorce Decree

               Not applicable.

     1.3. Death Certificate

          William died March 4, 1879¹, probably in Jay County, Indiana.  The Jay County Indiana Health Department has death records from 1882.

          1.3.1. Obituary in Newspaper

               Will need to search contemporary newspaper accounts to see if I can find mention of William's death.  Will add this to my list of "to-do" items.

          1.3.2. Funeral Home Records

               Once I've located an obituary for William, will see if the funeral home is mentioned and then contact them for additional information.

          1.3.3. Tombstone Photograph

               William's tombstone in the Mt. Zion Cemetery, Jay County, Indiana¹ has been photographed.  His tombstone lists his death date as March 4, 1879, and states he was 12 years, 4 months and 8 days old.

2. Census Records

     2.1. Federal Census Records

          2.1.1. 1870 Federal Census

               On July 4, 1870, William was enumerated in the John A. Metzner household in Wayne Township, Jay County, Indiana², as William Metzner, age 3, born in 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 examined these types of records to see what light they might shed on the Metzner farm.

3. Military Records

     3.1. Draft Registration

          Not applicable, as William died as a youth.

     3.2. Pension Records

          Not applicable.

     3.3. Service Records

          Not applicable.

4. Land Records

     4.1. Deed Records

          Not applicable.

     4.2. Plat map / county map

          Jay County, Indiana published a plat map in 1874, 1881, 1887, 1901, 1910 and 1920 that might be relevant to my research.  

5. Supplemental Records

     Supplemental records to research 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. FindAGrave, Inc., FindAGrave.com (www.findagrave.com : accessed 17 October 2013).
2. John A. Metzner household, 1870 U.S. census, population schedule, Wayne Township, Jay County, Indiana, dwelling 71, family 71, page 9; National Archives micropublication M593, roll 327.

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.

Amer Jackson Beals (1818-1862), Randolph County, Indiana

Working on filling in some gaps in my database by utilizing the "Indiana Marriages, 1811-1959" database at Familysearch.org to see what updates and corrections I could find.

Amer Jackson Beals (1818-1862) was the son of Daniel and Catherine (Jackson) Beals.  His marriage on October 16, 1842 in Randolph County, Indiana to Harriett Higginbotham was found in the database.  Harriett's surname is spelled both Higginbotham and Hickingbothum in the same document.  Prior to this find, I had the date of their wedding incorrectly as October 12th.

"Indiana, Marriages, 1811-1959," index and images, FamilySearch (https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/V5P7-8KQ : accessed 14 Oct 2013), Amer J Beals and Harriet Hickingbothum, 1842.

Amer's second marriage, also in Randolph County, Indiana, was on August 11, 1857 to Matilda H. Nolin.  Prior to finding this in the database, I did not have the date or location of their marriage.  I also had her name as Matilda Nolan Quick.  That could be a surname from a previous marriage, but the record clearly shows her surname as Nolin.

"Indiana, Marriages, 1811-1959," index and images, FamilySearch (https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/V5PQ-G5T : accessed 14 Oct 2013), Amer J Beals and Matilda H Nolins, 1857.

Amer was my maternal fourth cousin six times removed.  Our common ancestors were John Beals and Mary Clayton.  Amer died April 16, 1862 in Nashville, Tennessee.  Not sure at this point if he was a Civil War casualty.

Exploratory Data Analysis: Ora Amanda (Haley) Bittikofer (1884- 1961)

Ora Amanda (Haley) Bittikofer (1884-1961) was my paternal great-grandaunt.  What follows is an exploratory analysis of the biographical data I have discovered about her.

1. Vital Records

     1.1. Birth Certificate

           Ora was born August 25, 1884 in Jay County, Indiana¹.  The Jay County Indiana Health Department has birth records from 1882.  I do not yet have a copy of her birth certificate.  Will add this to my list of "to-do" items for my next research trip.

          1.1.1. Birth Notice in Newspaper

               If Ora's birth was recorded in a newspaper, I have not yet discovered it.  Will need to search contemporary newspaper accounts to see if she is mentioned.

          1.1.2. Bible Record

               I am not aware of any surviving Bible record of the Haley family.  Will continue to reach out to extended family in hopes that one does exist.

          1.1.3. Baptismal Record

               The Haleys were members of the Evangelical Association.  I am not aware of any baptismal record for Ora at this time.

          1.1.4. Adoption Record

               There is no indication that Ora was adopted.

     1.2. Marriage License

          Ora married Franklin Oliver Bittikofer on February 20, 1904 in Jay County, Indiana².   A copy of their marriage license was the subject of a previous post.

          1.2.1 Marriage Notice in Newspaper

               Will need to search contemporary newspaper accounts to see if mention was made of Frank and Ora's nuptials.

          1.2.2. Anniversary Notice

               Ora and Frank's 25th wedding anniversary would have been February 20, 1929.  Will need to search contemporary newspaper accounts to see if there was any mention of anniversary celebrations.

          1.2.3. Divorce Decree

               There is no indication that Ora was ever divorced, but a thorough search of Jay County, Indiana court records needs to be completed.

     1.3. Death Certificate

          Ora died in 1961, according to her tombstone.  I do not have a copy of her death certificate.  Since the family was living in Troy, Miami County, Ohio, assume that she died there.  Will add this to my list of "to-do" items for my next research trip.

          1.3.1. Obituary in Newspaper

               Once I obtain an exact date of death, will search contemporary newspapers to see if I can locate an obituary for Ora.  Will add this to my list of "to-do" items.

          1.3.2. Funeral Home Records

               Once I have a copy of Ora's obituary, I can contact the funeral home mentioned and see if they have any additional records of Ora's funeral.

          1.3.3. Tombstone Photograph

               Ora's tombstone in the Riverside Cemetery, Troy, Miami County, Ohio has been photographed.  A link to her memorial page at Billiongraves.com is located here.

2. Census Records

     2.1. Federal Census Records

          2.1.1. 1940 Federal Census

               On April 1, 1940, Ora was enumerated in the Frank Bittikofer household in Ward 3, Troy, Miami County, Ohio³, as Ora Bittikofer, wife, age 55.  She was born in Indiana.  Her residence in 1935 was the same location.  She had completed the 5th grade in education.  No occupation was listed.  Her residence was 323 Summit Avenue.

          2.1.2. 1930 Federal Census

               On April 18, 1930, Ora was enumerated in the Frank O. Bittikofer household in Ward 3, Troy, Miami County, Ohio⁴, as Ora M. Bittikofer, wife, age 46.  She was married at age 23. She was born in Indiana, as were both of her parents.  She could read and write and spoke English.  No occupation was listed.  Her residence was 517 Court Street.

          2.1.3. 1920 Federal Census

               On January 3, 1920, Ora was enumerated in the Frank Bitteroffer household in Bradford, Miami County, Ohio⁵, as Ora Bitteroffer, wife, age 35. She was born in Indiana, and both her parents were born in Ohio. She could read and write and spoke English.  No occupation was listed.  Her residence was 314 Main Street.  The census enumerator spelled the surname as Bitteroffer.

          2.1.4. 1910 Federal Census

               On April 30, 1910, Ora was enumerated in the Frank Bittikofer household in Recovery Township, Mercer County, Ohio⁶, as Ora Bittikofer, wife, age 26.  This was her first marriage and she had been married for 6 years.  She was the mother of 2 children, 1 of whom was living.  She was born in Indiana, her father born in Indiana and her mother born in Ohio.  She could read and write and spoke English.  No occupation was listed.

          2.1.5. 1900 Federal Census

               On June 16, 1900, Ora was enumerated in the Robert E. Kimble household in Noble Township, Jay County, Indiana⁷, as Ora M. Haley, stepdaughter, age 15.  She was born August 1884 in Indiana.  Her father and mother were born in Ohio.  She could read and write and spoke English.

     2.2. State Census Records

          No state census records in 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 Kimble/Haley farm.

3. Military Records

     3.1. Draft Registration

          Not applicable, as Ora was female.

     3.2. Pension Records

          I am not aware of any military service by Ora's husband or father that would have made her eligible for military benefits.

     3.3. Service Records

          Not applicable, as Ora was female.

4. Land Records

     4.1. Deed Records

          Deed records need to be thoroughly searched in Mercer and Miami Counties, Ohio to see what records might mention Ora and her family.  Will add this to my list of "to-do" items for my next research trip.

     4.2. Plat map / county map

          Will need to search out plat maps in Miami County, Ohio to see if I can locate her family and obtain any additional information.

5. Supplemental Records

     Supplemental records to search for Ora 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. Jay County, Indiana Birth Records, Book H-1, page 107.
2. Jay County, Indiana Marriage Records, Book C-J, page 19.
3. 1940 U.S. census, Miami County, Ohio, population schedule, Ward 3, Troy, enumeration district 55-10, SD 4, sheet 2B, 323 Summit Avenue, dwelling 34; digital images, Ancestry.com (www.ancestry.com : accessed 4 June 2013); National Archives, Washington, D.C.
4. 1930 U.S. census, Miami County, Ohio, population schedule, Ward 3, Troy, enumeration district 55-7, SD 11, sheet 20A, 517 Court Street, dwelling 551, family 5551; digital images, Ancestry.com (www.ancestry.com : accessed 3 June 2013); National Archives, Washington, D.C.

5. 1920 U.S. census, Miami County, Ohio, population schedule, Bradford, enumeration district 220, SD 3, sheet 4B, 314 Main Street, dwelling 91, family 102; digital images, Ancestry.com (www.ancestry.com : accessed 12 October 2013); National Archives, Washington, D.C.
6. 1910 U.S. census, Mercer County, Ohio, population schedule, Recovery Township, enumeration district 122, SD 9, sheet 11B, dwelling 224, family 226; digital images, Ancestry.com (www.ancestry.com : accessed 31 May 2013); National Archives, Washington, D.C.
7. Robert E. Kimble household, 1900 U.S. census, Jay County, Indiana, population schedule, Noble Township, ED 63, SD 67, sheet 9, dwelling 180, family 182.

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.

Nancy Bales (1844-1866), Henry County, Indiana

Working on filling in some gaps in my database by utilizing the "Indiana Marriages, 1811-1959" database at Familysearch.org to see what updates and corrections I could find.

Nancy Bales (1844-1866) was the daughter of Aaron and Susannah (Russell) Bales.  Her marriage on September 8, 1860 in Henry County, Indiana to Amos Main was found in the database.  Prior to this find, I knew the date of their marriage but not the location.

"Indiana, Marriages, 1811-1959," index and images, FamilySearch (https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/XXFY-SLD : accessed 15 Aug 2013), Amos Main and Nancy J Bales, 1860.

Nancy was my maternal third cousin six times removed.  Our common ancestors were John Beals and Sarah Bowater.  Nancy died September 17, 1866 in Blue River Township, Henry County, Indiana.  Nothing further is know about the family at this time.

Joel Bales (1849- ), Randolph County, Indiana

Working on filling in some gaps in my database by utilizing the "Indiana Marriages, 1811-1959" database at Familysearch.org to see what updates and corrections I could find.

Joel Bales (1849-    ) was the son of Amer Jackson and Harriett (Higginbotham) Bales.  His marriage to Mary C. Abbott on March 21, 1871 in Randolph County, Indiana was found in the database.  Prior to this find, I did not have the date or place of their marriage.

"Indiana, Marriages, 1811-1959," index and images, FamilySearch (https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/V5PM-9RT : accessed 14 Aug 2013), Joel F Bales and Mary C Abbott, 1871.

Joel was my maternal fifth cousin five times removed.  Our common ancestors are John Beals and Mary Clayton.  Nothing further is known of Joel and Mary's family at this time.

Exploratory Data Analysis: Carrie Mae (Haley) Graves Booth Marks (1877-1956)

L-R: Arthur E. Graves, Cledith O. Graves, Carrie Mae (Haley) Graves

Carrie Mae (Haley) Graves Booth Marks (1877-1956) was my paternal great-grandaunt.  What follows is an exploratory analysis of the biographical data I have discovered about her.

1. Vital Records

     1.1. Birth Certificate

          Carrie was born January 4, 1877 in Liberty Township, Seneca County, Ohio¹.  The State of Ohio did not require the keeping of birth records until 1867.  State law required the probate court to keep these records from 1867 to 1908, according to the Ohio Historical Society webpage.

          1.1.1. Birth Notice in Newspaper

               If Carrie's birth was recorded in a newspaper, I have not yet discovered it.   There are editions of the Sandusky Register in existence, and that is one avenue of research in the future.

          1.1.2. Bible Record

               I am not aware of any surviving Bible record of the Haley family.  Will continue to reach out to extended family in hopes that one does exist.

          1.1.3. Baptismal Record

               The Haleys were members of the Evangelical Association.  I am not aware of any baptismal record for Carrie at this time.

                Later, Carrie was associated with the Church of Daniel's Band in Marine City, Michigan.

          1.1.4. Adoption Record

               There is no evidence that Carrie was adopted.

     1.2. Marriage License

          Carrie married February 23, 1895 in Jay County, Indiana to Arthur E. Graves^2,3.  A copy of their marriage license was the subject of a previous post.

          Carrie married secondly September 25, 1924 in Midland, Midland County, Michigan to Elam Gifford Booth⁴.  A copy of their marriage license was the subject of a previous post.

          Carrie married thirdly to Sidney Marks between 1940 and her death.

          1.2.1 Marriage Notice in Newspaper

                Will need to search contemporary newspaper accounts to see if mention was made of Carrie and Arthur's nuptials and Carrie and Elam's nuptials.

          1.2.2. Anniversary Notice

                Will need to search contemporary newspaper accounts to see if there was any mention of anniversary celebrations.

          1.2.3. Divorce Decree

               There is no indication that Carrie was ever divorced, but a thorough search of court records in Midland County, Michigan needs to be completed.

     1.3. Death Certificate

          Carried died in 1956, according to my database, but this fact does not contain a source.  Her tombstone states 1955.

          1.3.1. Obituary in Newspaper

               Will need to search contemporary newspapers in Midland, Michigan area to see if I can locate an obituary for Carrie.  Will add this to my list of 'to-do' items.

          1.3.2. Funeral Home Records

               Once I have a copy of Carrie's obituary, I can contact the funeral home mentioned and see if they have any additional records of Carrie's funeral.

          1.3.3. Tombstone Photograph

               Carrie is buried in the Midland Cemetery, Midland, Midland County Michigan⁵, next to her first husband, Arthur.  Her memorial on the FindAGrave website is here.

2. Census Records

     2.1. Federal Census Records

          2.1.1. 1940 Federal Census

              On April 1, 1940, Carrie was enumerated in the Mark Langell household in Marine City, St. Clair County, Michigan⁶, as Carrie Booth, widow, age 63.  She is listed as 'sister' to the head of household, but I believe this is more in the spiritual sense (Christian), as all were members of the Church of Daniel's Band.  Her residence in 1935 was Seneca County, Ohio. She had completed the 8th grade in education.  She owned her home valued at $1000.  Her address was 246 Bruce Street.

          2.1.2. 1930 Federal Census

               On May 27, 1930, Carrie was enumerated in the Elam G. Booth household in Marine City, St. Clair County, Michigan⁷, as Carrie M. Booth, wife, age 53.  She had been married at age 18 for her first marriage.  She was born in Ohio, as were both of her parents.  She could speak English. No occupation was listed.

          2.1.3. 1920 Federal Census

               On January 6, 1920, Carrie was enumerated in the Charles Lee household in Ward 3, Pontiac, Oakland County, Michigan⁸, as Carrie Graves, servant, age 43.  She was married, born in Ohio, and both of her parents were born in Ohio.  She could read and write and spoke English.  Her occupation was listed as a cook at the hotel.  Her husband Arthur was listed in the same household as a house carpenter.

          2.1.4. 1910 Federal Census

               On April 25, 1910, Carrie was enumerated in the Arthur Graves household in Midland, Midland County, Michigan⁹, as Carrie Graves, wife, age 33.  She was married for 15 years and was the mother of 1 child, who was still living.  She was born in Ohio, as were her mother and father.  She could read and write and speak English.  No occupation was listed.

          2.1.5. 1900 Federal Census

               On June 13, 1900, Carrie was enumerated in the Arthur E. Graves household in Noble Township, Jay County, Indiana¹⁰, as Carrie M. Graves, wife, age 23.  She was born January 1877 in Ohio.  Both of her parents were born in Ohio.  She had been married for 5 years and was the mother of 1 child, still living.  She could read and write and spoke English.  No occupation was listed.

          2.1.6. 1880 Federal Census

               On June 22, 1880, Carrie was enumerated in the George W. Haley household in Liberty Township, Seneca County, Ohio¹¹, as Carrie M. Haley, daughter, age 3.  She was born in Ohio, as were both of her parents.

     2.2. State Census Records

          The State of Michigan enumerated census records every ten years in 1854, 1864, 1874, 1884, 1894 and 1904.  I'm not sure how soon Carrie moved into Michigan, she might be covered on the 1904 census.

          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 Haley farm.

3. Military Records

     3.1. Draft Registration

          Not applicable, as Carrie was female.

     3.2. Pension Records

          I am not aware of any military service by Carrie's husbands or father that would have made her eligible for military benefits.

     3.3. Service Records

          Not applicable, as Carrie was female.

4. Land Records

     4.1. Deed Records

          Deed records need to be thoroughly searched in St. Clair and Oakland Counties, Michigan, as well as Jay County, Indiana, to see what records might mention Carrie and her family.  Will add this on my list of 'to-do' items.

     4.2. Plat map / county map

          Will need to search out plat maps in St. Clair and Oakland Counties, Michigan to see if I can locate her family and obtain any additional information.

5. Supplemental Records

     Supplemental records to search for Carrie 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. Ohio Births and Christenings, 1821-1962, digital images, FamilySearch Internet online, [www.familysearch.org], accessed 6 February 2011.
2. Jay County, Indiana, Original Marriage License, "Arthur E. Graves to Carrie M. Haley, 1895"; County Marriage Returns Collection; Jay County Historical Society, Portland, Indiana.
3. Jay County, Indiana Marriage Records, Book C-G, page 577.
4. "Michigan Marriages, 1868-1925," index and images, FamilySearch (https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/NQQK-Y64 : accessed 03 Jun 2013), Elam Gilford Booth and Carrie May Graves, 25 Sep 1924.
5. FindAGrave Inc., FindAGrave.com (www.findagrave.com : accessed 24 Sep 2013).
6. 1940 U.S. census, St. Clair County, Michigan, population schedule, Ward 3, Marine City, enumeration district 74-24, SD 7, sheet 62A, 246 Bruce Street, dwelling 251; digital images, Ancestry.com (www.ancestry.com : accessed 3 June 2013); National Archives, Washington, D.C.
7. 1930 U.S. census, St. Clair County, Michigan, population schedule, Ward 3, Marine City, enumeration district 74-24, SD 15, sheet 12A, 246 Bruce Street, dwelling 296, family 298; digital images, Ancestry.com (www.ancestry.com : accessed 3 June 2013); National Archives, Washington, D.C.
8. 1920 U.S. census, Oakland County, Michigan, population schedule, Ward 3, Pontiac, enumeration district 187, SD 6, sheet 2A, 12 Perry Street, dwelling 18, household 30; digital images, Ancestry.com (www.ancestry.com : accessed 30 May 2013); National Archives, Washington, D.C.
9. Arthur Graves household, 1910 U.S. census, Midland County, Michigan, population schedule, City of Midland, ED 138, SD 10, sheet 15, dwelling 311, family 317, National Archives micropublication T624, roll 665.
10. Arthur E. Graves household, 1900 U.S. census, Jay County, Indiana, population schedule, Noble Township, ED 63, SD 67, sheet 7, dwelling 146, family 148, National Archives micropublication T623, roll 380.
11. George W. Haley household, 1880 U.S. census, population schedule, Liberty Township, Seneca County, Ohio, ED 193, SD 1, dwelling 401, family 405; National Archives micropublication T9, roll 1065.


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.

Boater Bales (1838-1900), Henry County, Indiana

Working on filling in some gaps in my database by utilizing the "Indiana Marriages, 1811-1959" database at Familysearch.org to see what updates and corrections I could find.

Boater Bales (1838-1900) was the son of Aaron and Susannah (Russell) Bales.  His first name is likely a corruption of the Quaker surname Bowater.  However, it is clearly spelled Boader Bales in the marriage record found in Henry County, Indiana on March 24, 1864 in the database.  His wife's name is spelled 'Suphrona' Cory, rather than Saphrona Cory, which is how I had her in the database.  Prior to this find, I had the date of their marriage, but not the place.

"Indiana, Marriages, 1811-1959," index and images, FamilySearch (https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/XXNV-G8F : accessed 14 Aug 2013), Boader Bales and Suphrona Cory, 1864.

Boater was my maternal third cousin six times removed.  Our common ancestors were John Beals and Sarah Bowater.  He died in 1900 in Blue River Township, Henry County, Indiana.  I have not researched the family further.

Exploratory Data Analysis: Charles Wesley Haley (1872-1893)

Charles Wesley Haley (1872-1893) was my paternal great-granduncle.  What follows is an exploratory analysis of the biographical data I have discovered about him.

1. Vital Records

     1.1. Birth Certificate

          Charles was born August 19, 1872 in Medina County, Ohio¹.  The State of Ohio did not require the keeping of birth records until 1867.  State law required the probate court to keep these records from 1867 to 1908, according to the Ohio Historical Society webpage.

          1.1.1. Birth Notice in Newspaper

               If Charles' birth was recorded in a newspaper, I have not yet discovered it.  There are editions of the Sandusky Register in existence, and that is one avenue of research in the future.

          1.1.2. Bible Record

               I am not aware of any surviving Bible record of the Haley family.  Will continue to reach out to extended family in hopes that one does exist.

          1.1.3. Baptismal Record

               The Haley's were members of the Evangelical Association.  I am not aware of any baptismal record for Charles at this time.

          1.1.4. Adoption Record

               There is no evidence that Charles was adopted.

     1.2. Marriage License

          There are no indications that Charles was ever married.

          1.2.1 Marriage Notice in Newspaper

               Not applicable.

          1.2.2. Anniversary Notice

               Not applicable.

          1.2.3. Divorce Decree

               Not applicable.

     1.3. Death Certificate

          Charles died August 23, 1893 in Jay County, Indiana².  I do not yet have a copy of his death certificate.  Will add this to my list of 'to-do' items for my next research trip to Jay County.

          1.3.1. Obituary in Newspaper

               Charles' obituary appeared in the Portland, Indiana Weekly Commercial on September 14, 1893².  His obituary stated that he was born in Wayne County, Ohio.  No cause of death was listed.

          1.3.2. Funeral Home Records

               Will need to check with the Williamson & Spencer Funeral Home in Portland, Indiana to see if they have any additional records on Charles' funeral, other than what has been published.  Will add this to my list of 'to-do' items for my next research trip.

          1.3.3. Tombstone Photograph

               I do not yet have a photograph of Charles' tombstone.  I would imagine that he would have been buried at the Mt. Zion cemetery in Noble Township, Jay County, Indiana with other members of his family.  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 22, 1880, Charles was enumerated in the George W. Haley household in Liberty Township, Seneca County, Ohio³, as Charles W. Haley, son, age 7.  He was born in Ohio, as were his mother and father.  He had attended school within the year.

     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 Haley farm.

3. Military Records

     3.1. Draft Registration

          Not applicable.

     3.2. Pension Records

          Not applicable, as I am not aware of any military service by Charles or his father that would have made him eligible for military benefits.

     3.3. Service Records

          Not applicable.

4. Land Records

     4.1. Deed Records

          Deed records need to be thoroughly searched in Jay County, Indiana to see what records might mention Charles.

     4.2. Plat map / county map

          Jay County, Indiana published a plat map in 1874, 1881, 1887, 1901, 1910 and 1920 that might be relevant to my search for Charles.  I have access to the 1887 map, and need to research them to see what they show.

5. Supplemental Records

     Supplemental records to search for Charles include city/county directories, court records and will and probate records.  Will add these to my 'to-do' list for my next research trip.

Sources:

1. Ohio Births and Christenings, 1821-1962, digital images, FamilySearch Internet online, [www.familysearch.org], accessed 6 February 2011.
2. Jane Ann Spencer, Williamson & Spencer Funeral Homes, Inc. Portland and Pennville, Indiana Burial Records Book One : 1892-1899, (Portland, Indiana, USA: Williamson & Spencer Funeral Homes, Inc., 2008), page 95.
3. George W. Haley household, 1880 U.S. census, population schedule, Liberty Township, Seneca County, Ohio, ED 193, SD 1, dwelling 401, family 405; National Archives micropublication T9, roll 1065.

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.

Aaron Bales (1790-1847), Henry County, Indiana

Working on filling in some gaps in my database by utilizing the "Indiana Marriages, 1811-1959" database at Familysearch.org to see what updates and corrections I could find.

Aaron Bales (1790-1847) was the son of William and Rachel (Green) Beals.  His marriage on December 18, 1834 in Henry County, Indiana was found in the database.  Prior to this find, I only knew the year and location of their marriage.  It was the second marriage for Aaron.

"Indiana, Marriages, 1811-1959," index and images, FamilySearch (https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/XXFR-125 : accessed 13 Aug 2013), Aaron Bales and Susannah Russel, 1834.

Aaron was my maternal second cousin seven times removed.  Our common ancestors were John Beals and Sarah Bowater.  Aaron and Susannah had six children in Henry and Wayne Counties, Indiana.

Wordless Wednesday : Wright Family circa 1946

Back row (L-R) : Virgil Wright, Edna Muriel (Pierce) Wright, William Wright, Bonnie (Lambertson) Wright, Clara (Wright) High, John M. High.  Front row : Barbara Wright, Terry Wright.

This undated family photo was taken at the Virgil Wright farm in Monroe Township, Madison County, Indiana, just north of Alexandria.  Estimated date is 1945-46, based on the age of Terry Wright.

This farmhouse was where I grew up and I recognize the driveway and the tree on the right side.  The fencing is gone, the tree across the road are gone as well.

Lisle E. Wehrly (c1902-1981), Jay County, Indiana

Working on filling in some gaps in my database by utilizing the "Indiana Marriages, 1811-1959" database at Familysearch.org to see what updates and corrections I could find.

Lisle E. Wehrly (c1902-1981) was the son of Alva Monroe and Emma C. (Yaeger) Wehrly.  His marriage to Cora E. Baldauf on April 3, 1924 in Jay County, Indiana was found in the database.  Prior to this find, I did not have a date or place for their marriage.

"Indiana, Marriages, 1811-1959," index and images, FamilySearch (https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/V6RG-7H9 : accessed 13 Aug 2013), Lisle E Wehrly and Cora E Baldauf, 1924.

Lisle was my paternal first cousin twice removed.  Our common ancestors were William P. and Olive Jane (Smith) Wehrly.  Lisle and Cora were the parents of three children.  In the 1930 census, they were living in Ft. Wayne, Allen County, where Lisle was working as a machinist.

Marriage Records of Nina (Haley) Hanlin Zorn (1869-1963), Jay County, Indiana

Working on filling in some gaps in my database by utilizing the "Indiana Marriages, 1811-1959" database at Familysearch.org to see what updates and corrections I could find.

Nina Haley (1869-1963) was the daughter of George Washington and Mary Jane (Sherick) Haley.  Her marriage to Thomas Benton Hanlin on July 11, 1888 in Jay County, Indiana was found in the database.  Prior to locating this record, I did not have the exact date of their wedding, nor the names of his parents, John S. Hanlin and Martha Wilson.

"Indiana, Marriages, 1811-1959," index and images, FamilySearch (https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/V6RG-H6C : accessed 09 Sep 2013), Wm B Hanlin and Ninnia Haley, 1888.

Nina's second marriage, after Thomas' death, was June 15, 1901 in Jay County, Indiana to George Zorn.  A copy of their marriage certificate was also found in the database.

"Indiana, Marriages, 1811-1959," index and images, FamilySearch (https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/V6R5-QLQ : accessed 09 Sep 2013), George Zorn and Nina Hanlin, 1901.

Nina was my paternal great-grandaunt.  An exploratory analysis of the biographical data I have discovered about her is found here.