Perry Reynolds (b. ca. 1838), Owen 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.

Perry Reynolds (b. ca 1838) was the son of Jesse Reynolds and Mary Putman.  The surname is sometimes found as Runnels.  He married Isabella Miller on December 3, 1863 in Owen County, Indiana. Prior to searching this database, I did not have her maiden name.

"Indiana, Marriages, 1811-1959," index and images, FamilySearch (https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/XXFJ-MXQ : accessed 27 Jun 2013), Perry Reynolds and Isabella Miller, 1863.

Perry was my maternal fourth great granduncle.  Our common ancestors are Jesse Reynolds and Mary Putman.  In the 1870 census, the family was living in Bean Blossom Township, Monroe County, Indiana.  Have not researched the family further.

Exploratory Data Analysis: Ida Laura (Wehrly) Scholer (1883-1963)

Ida Laura (Wehrly) Scholer (1883-1963) 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

          Ida was born February 13, 1883 in Madison Township, Jay County, Indiana¹. The State of Indiana did not require state-wide registration of births until after 1907.  Jay County, Indiana has birth records from 1882. I do not 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 Ida's birth was announced in the local newspaper, it has been lost to history.  The Jay County Public Library has 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 for the Wehrly family. Will continue to reach out to extended family members in hopes that one does exist.

          1.1.3. Baptismal Record

               I am not aware of any baptismal record for Ida, nor the church affiliation of the Wehrly family.

          1.1.4. Adoption Record

               There is no indication that Ida was adopted.

     1.2. Marriage License

          Ida married Edward Scholer on December 30, 1903¹, probably in Jay County, Indiana.  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 to see if mention was made of Ida and Edward's nuptials.

          1.2.2. Anniversary Notice

               Ida and Edward's 25th wedding anniversary would have been December 30, 1928.  Will need to search contemporary newspaper accounts to see if mention was made of anniversary celebrations.

          1.2.3. Divorce Decree

               There is no indication that Ida and Edward ever divorced, but a search of Henry County, Indiana court records needs to be done.

     1.3. Death Certificate

          Ida died December 15, 1963¹.  I suspect that she died in Henry County, Indiana. I do not have a copy of her death certificate.  Will need to add this to my list of "to-do" items for my next research trip.

          1.3.1. Obituary in Newspaper

               Will need to check local newspapers in Henry and Jay Counties, Indiana to see if Ida's obituary was mentioned.  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 her obituary, I might be able to identify the funeral home that handled the arrangements and then contact them to see if they have any more records.

          1.3.3. Tombstone Photograph

               Ida's tombstone in the Salamonia Cemetery, Jay County, Indiana has been photographed.  A link to her memorial page at FindAGrave is located here.

2. Census Records

     2.1. Federal Census Records

          2.1.1. 1940 Federal Census

               On April 11, 1940, Ida was enumerated in the Edward L. Scholer household in Lewisville, Henry County, Indiana², as Ida L. Scholer, wife, age 57.  She was the manager of a community shop.  Her residence in 1935 was the same place.  She was born in Indiana and had completed the 6th grade in education.

          2.1.2. 1930 Federal Census

               On April 10, 1930, Ida was enumerated in the Edward Scholer household in Ward 5 of New Castle, Henry County, Indiana³, as Ida Scholer, wife, age 47.  She had been married for 21 years.  She was born in Indiana as were both of her parents.  No occupation was listed.  She could read and write and spoke English.  Their residence was at 1320 Audobon Road.

          2.1.3. 1920 Federal Census

               On January 3, 1920, Ida was enumerated in the Ed Scholer household in Ward 7 of New Castle, Henry County, Indiana⁴, as Idia L. Scholer, wife, age 36.  She was born in Indiana, her father and mother both born in Ohio.  She could read and write and spoke English.  No occupation was listed.  Their residence was at 815 C. Avenue.

          2.1.4. 1910 Federal Census

               On May 10, 1910, Ida was enumerated in the Edward Scholer household in Ward 7 of New Castle, Henry County, Indiana⁵, as Ida Scholer, wife, age 27.  She was born in Indiana, her father was born in Ohio and her mother born in Michigan.  She had been married for 6 years.  She could read and write and spoke English.  No occupation was listed.  Their residence was at 1606 G. Avenue.

          2.1.5. 1900 Federal Census

               On June 2, 1900, Ida was enumerated in the William P. Wehrly household in Madison Township, Jay County, Indiana⁶, as Ida L. Wehrly, daughter, age 17.  She was born February 1883 in Indiana.  Her father and mother were born in Ohio.  She could read and write and speak English.

     2.2. State Census Records

          The State of Indiana conducted state census in 1853, 1857, 1871, 1883, 1889, 1901, 1913 and 1921.  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 Wehrly farm.

3. Military Records

     3.1. Draft Registration

          Not applicable, as Ida was a female.

     3.2. Pension Records

          I am not aware of any military service by her husband or father that would have made Ida eligible for benefits.  Her father did serve during the Civil War, but I don't believe she was ever eligible for minor's benefits.

     3.3. Service Records

          Not applicable, as Ida was female.

4. Land Records

     4.1. Deed Records

          Deed records need to be thoroughly searched in Henry County, Indiana to see what records might mention Ida and her family.  Will add this to my list of "to-do" items for my next research trip.

     4.2. Plat map / county map

          Plat maps and county maps for Henry County, Indiana will need to be searched.  Will contact the local historical society to see what maps they might have in their collection.

5. Supplemental Records

Supplemental records available for research on Ida include city/county directories, court records and will and probate records.  Will add this to my list of "to-do" items for my next research trip.

Sources:

1. Wehrly, Blaine & Gladys, "Wehrly & Smith Family History." Report to Wehrly Reunion New Castle, Indiana, 16 August 1970.  Photocopy held by author.
2. 1940 U.S. census, Henry County, Indiana, population schedule, Lewisville, enumeration district 33-7, SD 10, sheet 2A, dwelling 38; digital images, Ancestry.com (www.ancestry.com : accessed 27 May 2013); National Archives, Washington, D.C.
3. 1930 U.S. census, Henry County, Indiana, population schedule, Ward 5, New Castle, enumeration district 20, SD 9, sheet 10A, 1320 Audobon Road, dwelling 205, family 250; digital images, Ancestry.com (www.ancestry.com : accessed 27 May 2013); National Archives, Washington, D.C.
4. 1920 U.S. census, Henry County, Indiana, population schedule, Ward 7, New Castle, enumeration district 74, SD 6, sheet 3A, 815 C. Avenue, dwelling 44, family 47; digital images, Ancestry.com (www.ancestry.com : accessed 27 May 2013); National Archives, Washington, D.C.
5. 1910 U.S. census, Henry County, Indiana, population schedule, Ward 7, New Castle, enumeration district 92, SD 6, sheet 19B, 1606 G. Avenue, dwelling 262, family 323; digital images, Ancestry.com (www.ancestry.com : accessed 27 May 2013); National Archives, Washington, D.C.
6. William P. Wehrly household, 1900 U.S. census, population schedule, Madison Township, Jay County, Indiana, ED 62, SD 67, sheet 2B, dwelling 44, family 45; National Archives micropublication T623, roll 380, page 77.

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.

Family Books in the Jay County, Indiana Historical Society Library, Letters G-H

Received this list of the family books at the Jay County, Indiana Historical Society Library and wanted to share.  The Library is located at 903 East Main Street, Portland, Indiana 47371.  Email : research@jaycountyhistory.org

G'Feller
Gantz
Garinger
Garner
Garringer
Gates
Gaunt
Geiger
Gentry
Geringer
Gerringer
Gilbert
Gilliland
Gillum
Gilpin
Glentzer
Godwin
Golder
Gooch
Good
Goodriche
Goss
Graber
Graper
Gray
Green
Grile
Griner
Grisel
Grissell
Gunckel

Haines
Hale
Haley
Hall
Halphin
Hamilton
Hamm
Hammers
Hanlin
Harker
Harkins
Harned
Harnett
Harrel
Harrod
Harshman
Hart
Harter
Hartford
Hartley
Hartman
Hatfield
Hathaway
Hawkins
Haynes
Hazelton
Hearn
Heinemann
Hepherd
Heston
Heuss
High
Hilfiker
Hilty
Hindsley
Hobson
Hoover
Horn
Hott
Hough
Houser
Howell
Hudson
Hummer
Hunt
Hutchison

Kenneth P. Metzner (b. 1901), 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.

Kenneth P. Metzner (b. 1901) was the son of Wesley F. Metzner and Mary Nora Axe.  I found his marriage to Goldie B. James on March 22, 1924 Jay County, Indiana.  Prior to searching this database, I did not have her maiden name and the exact date of their wedding.

"Indiana, Marriages, 1811-1959," index and images, FamilySearch (https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/V6RB-JW4 : accessed 27 Jun 2013), Kenneth P Metzner and Goldia B James, 1924.

Kenneth was my paternal first cousin twice removed.  Our common ancestors were John Adam Metzner and Clara Moulton.  I haven't researched the family beyond the 1930 census, when they were living in Noble Township, Jay County, Indiana.

Millard F. Lyst (1856-1886), 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.

Millard F. Lyst (1856-1886) was the son of John Lyst and Sarah Wilson Lambertson.  I found the record of his marriage to Hettie Oliver on December 24, 1878 in Randolph County, Indiana.  Prior to searching this database, I didn't have the exact date of the marriage nor Hettie's maiden name.  They later had a son named Oliver.

"Indiana, Marriages, 1811-1959," index and images, FamilySearch (https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/V5G1-Y7H : accessed 27 Jun 2013), Millard F Lyst and Hettie Oliver, 1878.

Millard was my maternal first cousin four times removed.  Our common ancestors were John Lambertson and Sarah A. Willson.  Millard was living in Pipe Creek Township, Madison County, Indiana in the 1880 census.  He died April 4, 1886 and is buried in the Elwood City Cemetery, Elwood, Madison County, Indiana.

Hubert Delmont Lyst (b. 1888), Huntington 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.

Hubert Delmont Lyst (b. March 1888 Indiana) was the son of Francis Delmont Lyst and Etta May Young.  Hubert's second marriage on November 1, 1942 in Huntington County, Indiana to Irene (Bolton) Washington was found.  I also found other records listing the maiden name of Hubert's first wife, Ethel Boyer.

"Indiana, Marriages, 1811-1959," index and images, FamilySearch (https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/XXNF-1ZZ : accessed 26 Jun 2013), Hubert D Lyst and Irene Washington, 1942.

Application is Hereby Made for a License for the Marriage of

Hubert D. Lyst to Irene Washington

Male
1. The full christian and surname of the male is Hubert D. Lyst
2. Color White
3. Where Born Madison Co.
4. When Born Mch. 13, 1887
5. Present residence Allen Co.
6. Present occupation Elect.
8. Is the male contracting party of nearer blood kin to the female contracting party than second cousin? No
9. Full christian and surname of father Francis Lyst
10. His color White 
11. His birthplace Madison Co.
13. His residence Deceased
14. Full christian and maiden name of mother Ettamay Young
15. Her color White
17. Her birthplace Tipton Co.
18. Her residence Deceased
19. Has the male contracting party been an inmate of any county asylum or home for indigent persons within the last five years? No
21. Is this his first marriage? No
22. If not, how often has he been married? Once
23. Has each prior marriage or marriages been dissolved? Yes
24. If so, how? Death
25. When? 1936
26. Is the male contracting party afflicted with epilepsy, tuberculosis, venereal, or any other contagious or transmissible disease? No
27. Is he an imbecile, feeble-minded, idiotic or insane, or is he under guardianship as a person of unsound mind? No

Female
1. The full christian and surname of the woman is Irene Washington
2. Color White
3. Where born Tipton Co.
4. When born Sept. 30, 1901
5. Present residence Madison Co.
7. Full christian and surname of father Horace F. Bolton
8. His color White
9. His birthplace Tipton Co.
10. His occupation Carpenter
11. His residence Indianapolis
12. Full christian and maiden name of mother Leona Mae Webb
13. Her color White
15. Her birthplace Tipton Co.
16. Her residence Tipton
17. Has the female contracting party been an inmate of any county asylum or home for indigent persons within the last five years? No
18. Is this her first marriage? No
19. If not, how often has she been married? Twice
20. Has such prior marriage or marriages been dissolved? Yes
21. If so, how and when? Divorce 1935 - 1940
22. Is the female contracting party afflicted with epilepsy, tuberculosis, venereal, or any other contagious or transmissible disease? No
23. Is she an embecile, feeble-minded, idiotic or insane, or is she under guardianship as a person of unsound mind?  No

Hubert was my maternal second cousin three times removed.  Our common ancestors were John Lambertson and Sarah A. Willson.  Have not researched Hubert much, though did find he and first wife living in Elwood, Madison County, Indiana in 1924 directory.

Perry S. Langwell (b. ca 1854), Owen 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.

Perry S. Langwell (b. ca. 1854) was the son of Joseph Langwell and Fanny Reynolds.  His marriage record to Hannah J. Carter on September 16, 1876 in Owen County, Indiana was found in the database.  Prior to this, I didn't have her maiden name.

"Indiana, Marriages, 1811-1959," index and images, FamilySearch (https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/XXFJ-2ZB : accessed 25 Jun 2013), Perry Langwell and Hannah J Caster, 1876.

Perry was my maternal 3rd-great granduncle.  His mother, Fanny, was my 4-great grandmother.  Have not researched his life much beyond this record, in the 1880 census he was living in Spencer, Owen County, Indiana and working as a railroad worker.

Exploratory Data Analysis: LeRoy Garfield Wehrly (1880-1883)

Leroy Garfield Wehrly (1880-1883) 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

          Leroy was born August 13, 1880 in Madison Township, Jay County, Indiana¹.  The State of Indiana did not require state-wide registration of births until after 1907.  Jay County, Indiana only has birth records from 1882.

          1.1.1. Birth Notice in Newspaper

               If Leroy's birth was announced in the local newspaper, it has been lost to history.  The Jay County Public Library has newspapers from the late 1880s.  The State Library in Indianapolis does not indicate any newspapers of the time period.

          1.1.2. Bible Record

               I am not aware of any surviving Bible record of the Wehrly 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 LeRoy, nor the church affiliation of the Wehrlys.

          1.1.4. Adoption Record

               There is no indication that LeRoy was adopted.

     1.2. Marriage License

          Not applicable, as LeRoy did not survive into adulthood.

          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

          LeRoy died December 23, 1883¹, probably in Jay County, Indiana.  I do not have a copy of his death certificate.  Will add this to my list of "to-do" items for my next research trip.

          1.3.1. Obituary in Newspaper

               Will need to check the local newspapers in Jay County, Indiana to see if mention was made of LeRoy's death.  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 his obituary, I might be able to identify the funeral home that handled the arrangements and then contact them to see if they have any more records.

          1.3.3. Tombstone Photograph

               LeRoy's tombstone has not been photographed.  I assume he is buried in the Salamonia Cemetery, Jay County, Indiana with other members of the family, but need to research this.

2. Census Records

     2.1. Federal Census Records

          Not applicable, as LeRoy didn't survive until adulthood and was born after the enumeration of the 1880 census.

     2.2. State Census Records

          The State of Indiana conducted state census in 1853, 1857, 1871, 1883, 1889, 1901, 1913, and 1921.  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 Wehrly farm.

3. Military Records

     3.1. Draft Registration

          Not applicable.

     3.2. Pension Records

          Not applicable.

     3.3. Service Records

          Not applicable.

4. Land Records

     4.1. Deed Records

         Not applicable, as LeRoy did not survive into adulthood.

     4.2. Plat map / county map

          Not applicable, as LeRoy did not survive into adulthood.

5. Supplemental Records

     Not applicable, as LeRoy did not survive into adulthood.

Sources:

1. Wehrly, Blaine & Gladys, "Wehrly & Smith Family History." Report to Wehrly Reunion, New Castle, Indiana, 16 August 1970.  Photocopy held by author.

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.

Family Books in the Jay County, Indiana Historical Society Library, Letters E-F

Received this list of the family books at the Jay County, Indiana Historical Society Library and wanted to share.  The Library is located at 903 East Main Street, Portland, Indiana 47371.  Email : research@jaycountyhistory.org

Eagy
Edmundson
Egy
Ehrhart
Eley
Elkins
Emely
Emmons
Evans

Falls
Fear
Felabom
Felty
Fennig
Fenton
Fifer
Figel
Fillhard
Finch
Fish
Flauding
Fleagle
Flesher
Flory
Foster
Franck
Franklin
Frasher
Fruit
Fruits

Jacob Eiler (1829-1903), 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.

Jacob Eiler (1829-1903) was the son of Samuel Eiler and Susannah Snider.  His marriage to Phebe Crull occurred April 5, 1850 in Henry County, Indiana. Prior to searching this database, I didn't have the maiden name of his wife, nor the exact date of their marriage.

"Indiana, Marriages, 1811-1959," index and images, FamilySearch (https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/XXFT-PXS : accessed 25 Jun 2013), Jacob Eiler and Phebe Crull, 1850.

Jacob was Eileen's maternal first cousin five times removed.  The common ancestor is through John Snider and Elizabeth ________.  The couple was living in 1850 census in Jeffferson Township, Wayne County, Indiana.  Haven't yet done any further research on this couple, but believe they ended up in Arcadia, Hamilton County, Indiana.

Mystery Photo

This mystery photo was found by my parents hidden behind another picture frame.  Could it be a family photo?

If it is, likely it is from my maternal line, perhaps the Wright family?  I need to compare it against some other photos of this line to see if the house is recognizable, etc.

Anyone know the time frame this photo was taken based on the clothing?

Note how the gentleman is standing far away from the women.

Any clues or comments will be appreciated.

Leo Lyford Chew (1900-1964), 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.

Leo Lyford Chew (1900-1964) was the son of William Anderson Chew and Emma Susan Straight.  Prior to searching this database, I only had him as Lyford L. Chew in my database.  This marriage record to Hazel May Harmon on June 12, 1929 in Jay County, Indiana gave me her maiden name, as well as her parents, Thomas Harmon and Rebecca Huston.

"Indiana, Marriages, 1811-1959," index and images, FamilySearch (https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/V6RT-D6X : accessed 24 Jun 2013), Leo Lyford Chew and Hazel May Harmon, 1929.

Lyford would be my paternal first cousin three times removed.  Our common ancestors are Ezekiel Cooper Chew and Caroline Bishop Woolston.  Have yet to research him yet past the 1930 census.  Other than his burial in the Salamonia Cemetery, I haven't added any other facts.

Family Recipe Friday : Stuffed Green Peppers

From my mom's recipe book :


Use those extra peppers from the garden to make this delicious microwave meal.   Serve with a salad and simple dessert.   Peppers can be frozen.

    3 mediums green peppers                                        
    1 pound ground beef                                            
    1 8-ounce can tomato sauce                                     
    1/2 cup uncooked  instant rice                                 
    1 egg, slightly beaten                                         
    1/2 teaspoon oregano                                           
    1/2 teaspoon salt                                              
    1/4 teaspoon pepper                                            
    1/8 teaspoon garlic powder                                     
    1/4 cup ketchup, or tomato sauce         
                      
Cut green peppers in half lengthwise.   Remove seeds and membranes.   Set aside.   Mix ground beef, tomato sauce, rice, egg, oregano,m salt, pepper, and garlic powder.   Spoon into pepper halves.   Place on roasting rack.   Cover loosely with waxed paper.

Microwave at HIGH until green peppers are tender, 12-16 minutes.   Rotate halfway if not using a rotating microwave.   Top each pepper with ketchup during last 2 minutes of cooking.

VARIATION:   Red Gold's Chipotle Beef Stuffed Peppers.   Use 4 medium peppers and prepare as above.  Mix 1 lb. ground beef, 2/3 cup uncooked instant rice, 1 (14.5oz) whole kernel corn, drained, 1 (14.5oz) Red Gold Petite Diced Tomatoes with Chiptotle, drained, 1 egg beaten; 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack Cheese, and spoon into peppers.   Cook according to above directions.   Top each green pepper with remaining 1/2 cup cheese during last 1 minute of cooking or until cheese is melted.

Family Recipe Friday - is an opportunity to share your family recipes with fellow bloggers and foodies alike.  Whether it's an old fashioned recipe passed down through generations, a recipe uncovered through your family history research, or a discovered recipe that embraces your ancestral heritage share them of Family Recipe Friday.  This series was suggested by Lynn Palermo of The Armchair Genealogist.

Exploratory Data Analysis: Alva Monroe Wehrly (1878-1952)

Alva Monroe Wehrly (1878-1952) 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

          Alva was born December 18, 1878 in Madison Township, Jay County, Indiana¹.  The State of Indiana did not require state-wide registrations of birth until after 1907.  Jay County, Indiana only has birth records from 1882.

          1.1.1. Birth Notice in Newspaper

               If Alva's birth was announced in the local newspaper, it has been lost to history.  The Jay County Public Library has 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 Wehrly 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 Alva, nor the church affiliation of the Wehrly's.

          1.1.4. Adoption Record

               There is no indication that Alva was adopted.

     1.2. Marriage License

          Alva married Emma C. Yaegar on October 1, 1901¹, probably in Jay County, Indiana.  I do not have a copy of their marriage license.  Will add that 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 to see if mention was made of Alva and Emma's nuptials.

          1.2.2. Anniversary Notice

               Alva and Emma's 25th wedding anniversary would have been October 1, 1926 and their 50th wedding anniversary would have been October 1, 1951.  Will need to search contemporary newspaper accounts to see if any mention was made of anniversary celebrations.

          1.2.3. Divorce Decree

               There is no indication that Alva and Emma were ever divorced, but a search of Jay County, Indiana court records needs to be done.

     1.3. Death Certificate

          Alva died March 8, 1952¹ in Portland, Jay County, Indiana.  I do not have a copy of his death certificate.  Will add this to my list of "to-do" items for my next research trip.

          1.3.1. Obituary in Newspaper

               Will need to check local newspapers in Jay County, Indiana to see if Alva's obituary was mentioned.  Will add this to my list of "to-do" items.

          1.3.2. Funeral Home Records

               Once I've obtained his obituary, I might be able to identify the funeral home that handled the arrangements and then contact them to see if they have any more records.

          1.3.3. Tombstone Photograph

               Alva's tombstone in the Salamonia Cemetery in Jay County, Indiana² has been photographed.  The tombstone reads "Alva M. 1878-1952", and his wife is listed as "Emma C. 1882-1964".

               The tombstone was the subject of a previous post.

2. Census Records

     2.1. Federal Census Records

          2.1.1. 1940 Federal Census

               On April 26, 1940, Alva was enumerated as head of household in Madison Township, Jay County, Indiana³, as Alva M. Wehrly, age 61, Farmer.  He owned his home, valued at $1500.  He was born in Indiana and had resided at the same place in 1935.  He had completed the 8th grade in education.

          2.1.2. 1930 Federal Census

               On April 8, 1930, Alva was enumerated as head of household in Madison Township, Jay County, Indiana⁴, as Alva Wehrly, age 51, Farmer.  He owned his own home, lived on a farm, and owned a radio.  He was married at age 23, and was born in Indiana.  His father and mother were also born in Indiana.  He could read and write and spoke English.

          2.1.3. 1920 Federal Census

               On January 12, 1920, Alva was enumerated as head of household in Madison Township, Jay County, Indiana⁵, as Alva M. Wehrly, age 41, Farmer.  He owned his own home, and had a mortgage.  He could read and write and speak English.  He was born in Indiana, his father was born in Ohio and his mother was born in Indiana.

          2.1.4. 1910 Federal Census

               On April 18, 1910, Alva was enumerated as head of household in Madison Township, Jay County, Indiana⁶, as Alva M. Wehrly, age 31, Farmer.  He had been married for 8 years.  He was born in Indiana and both parents were born in Indiana.  He could read and write and spoke English.

          2.1.5. 1900 Federal Census

               On June 2, 1900, Alva was enumerated in the William P. Wehrly household in Madison Township, Jay County, Indiana⁷, as Alva M. Wehrly, son, age 21, Farm laborer.  He was born December 1878 in Indiana.  Both his father and mother were born in Ohio.  He could read and write and spoke English.

          2.1.6. 1880 Federal Census

               On June 3, 1880, Alva was enumerated in the William Wherhly household in Salamonia, Madison Township, Jay County, Indiana⁸, as Monroe Wherhly, age 1, son.  He was born in Indiana. His father's birthplace was blank, and his mother was born in Michigan.

     2.2. State Census Records

          The State of Indiana conducted state census in 1853, 1857, 1871, 1883, 1889, 1901, 1913, and 1921.  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 Wehrly farm.

3. Military Records

     3.1. Draft Registration

          On September 12, 1918, Alva registered with the Selective Service during World War I in Jay County, Indiana⁹.  He was 39 years old and his date of birth was December 18, 1878.

           He was farming, and listed his wife Emma as his nearest relative, at R.R. 4 Portland.  He was listed as medium height, small build, with brown hair and brown eyes.

          On April 27, 1942, Alva registered with the Selective Service during World War II in Jay County, Indiana¹⁰.  He was 63 years old and his date of birth was December 18, 1878 in Salamonia, Indiana.

          He was farming, and listed his wife Emma as his nearest relative, at R.R. 6 Portland.  He was 5' 6", weighed 200 lbs., with brown eyes, grey hair and a ruddy complexion.

     3.2. Pension Records

          I am not aware of any military service that would have made Alva eligible for pension benefits.  His father did serve during the Civil War, but I do not believe he was ever eligible for minor's 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 Alva and his family.  Will add this to my "to-do" list for my next research trip.

     4.2. Plat map / county map

          Plat maps and county maps for Jay County, Indiana will need to be searched.  Will contact the local historical society to see what maps they might have in their collection.

5. Supplemental Records

     Supplemental records available for research on Alva 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. Wehrly, Blaine & Gladys, "Wehrly & Smith Family History." Report to Wehrly Reunion, New Castle, Indiana, 16 August 1970. Photocopy held by author.
2. Salamonia Cemetery (Jay County, Indiana), Alva M. and Emma C. Wehrly marker, photographed by Travis LeMaster, 26 March 2009.
3. 1940 U.S. census, Jay County, Indiana, population schedule, Madison Township, enumeration district 38-8, SD 5, sheet 8A, household 167; digital images, Ancestry.com (www.ancestry.com : accessed 27 May 2013); National Archives, Washington, D.C.
4. Alva Wehrly household, 1930 U.S. census, population schedule, Madison Township, Jay County, Indiana, ED 38-8, SD 5, sheet 3A, dwelling 52, family 52; National Archives micropublication T626.
5. 1920 U.S. census, Jay County, Indiana, population schedule, Madison Township, enumeration district 72, SD 84, sheet 5A, household 46, dwelling 46; digital images, Ancestry.com (www.ancestry.com : accessed 27 May 2013); National Archives, Washington, D.C.
6. 1910 U.S. census, Jay County, Indiana, population schedule, Madison Township, enumeration district 67, SD 8, sheet 2A, dwelling 45, family 47; digital images, Ancestry.com (www.ancestry.com : accessed 27 May 2013); National Archives, Washington, D.C.
7. William P. Wehrly household, 1900 U.S. census, population schedule, Madison Township, Jay County, Indiana, ED 62, SD 67, sheet 2B, dwelling 44, family 45; National Archives micropublication T623, roll 380, page 77.
8. William Wherhly household, 1880 U.S. census, population schedule, Salamonia, Madison Township, Jay County, Indiana, ED 169, SD 6, page 28, dwelling 6, family 6; National Archives micropublication T9, roll 287.
9. "U.S. World War I Draft Registration Cards, 1917-1918," digital image, Ancestry.com (www.ancestry.com : accessed 19 June 2013); citing World War I Selective Service Draft Registration Cards, 1917-1918: Indiana.
10. "U.S., World War II Draft Registration Cards, 1942," digital image, Ancestry.com (www.ancestry.com : accessed 20 June 2013); citing Selective Service Draft Registration Cards, World War II : Fourth Registration : Indiana.

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.

Family Books in the Jay County, Indiana Historical Society Library, Letters C-D

Received this list of the family books at the Jay County, Indiana Historical Society Library and wanted to share.  The Library is located at 903 East Main Street, Portland, Indiana 47371.  Email : research@jaycountyhistory.org

Campbell
Cantrell
Carder
Cate
Cearbaugh
Chalfant
Chamness
Chandlee
Chrisler
Clark
Cline
Coblentz
Cochran
Collett
Collins
Cooks
Coons
Coryell
Coulson
Craigs
Creamer
Cripe
Cristman
Critton
Crossley
Cunningham
Current

Dalrymple
Daub
Davis
Dean
Dehoff
Denney
Denny
Derkes
Dilling
Dixon
Douthart
Dray

Thomas Chew (b. ca. 1816), 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.

Thomas Chew (b. ca. 1816 Ohio) was the son of Joseph Chew and Emile Chew.  He married Hannah Waller on November 5, 1848 in Hamilton County, Indiana.  Prior to searching this database, I didn't have Hannah's maiden name.

"Indiana, Marriages, 1811-1959," index and images, FamilySearch (https://familysearch.org/pal:/MM9.1.1/VXPG-QCM : accessed 24 Jun 2013), Thomas Chew and Hannah Waller, 1848.

Thomas must have been married previously, as he has a son, William (aged 17) living with him in the 1860 census in Adams Township, Hamilton County, Indiana.  Thomas and Hannah had at least three more children. Have yet to add any further information on the family to my database.

Thomas was my maternal first cousin six times removed.  Our common ancestors are Andrew Chew and Anna Marie Barthus.