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Family History Files

HOW TO USE THIS INDEX

This index lists each folder in the Family History Files along with a brief description of the contents. The easiest way to search the index is to use your browser’s “Find On This Page” feature which can be found in the EDIT dropdown menu at the top of your browser window. Enter just the surname you are searching and each occurance of that surname will be highlighted. By using this search method, you can also locate references to a surname that occur in other family files.

ALSO SEE SHEETS indicate that additional information relating to this family can be found in other JCHS collections.

A—A—A

Adams, Blanche Hall – Alphabetized loose leaf pages: Blanche Hall Adams – Life History 1912-1930.

Adams, David – Madison Courier article, 01/01/2000

Adler, Charles – Obituary ad from Madison Courier newspaper August 1, 2001

Alcorn, Merritt O. – Treatise – Every generation has a frontier, Story of his life. 2005. 33 pages

Allen Family – 2 typed pages by Robert Scott, 2007: from John Allen and Isabel Wilson.

Allen, Jacob & Helen – Burial authorization, civil war soldier, 1901

Alley Family – 22 typed pages by Robert Scott, 2007: from Erasmus Alley, Sr.

Alling, Chas/Chas Jr. – Photocopy of newspaper obit for Sr; Hanover diary of Jr. 1883

Alling, George R. – Newspaper obit Mar 28, 1896

Alling, John – Original will dated 1835.

Allison, J. Y. (Judge) – Letter to his mother Dec. 1880 with cover letter 1987

Amos, Gerald (Bunny) – Photocopy newspaper article 12/22/1960: “’Bunny’ Amos Saves Boy, 1 ½.”

Anderson Family of the Caledonia Settlement – 1 typed page from Andrew Anderson b. Scotland and Catherine Cuddle, b. Scotland 1806; 9 typed pages expansion of previous page using information from June Anderson MacIntyre.

Anderson, Benjamin/John – Letter to Drusilla Cravens 1943 on Anderson genealogy; 60 pages from John Butterworth Anderson MD b. 1848 in Robert Scott digital history folder.

Anderson, William G. – Photocopies from RHoggatt – voting, cemetery, marriage records. 10 pages

Anderson, William J. – Life and Narrative of WJA, written by himself (former slave). 1857. 45 pages.

Andress, Kenneth & Family – Approx 30 page spiral bound book: A Matter of Relativity; being a treatise on the early life and times of Kenneth D. Andress, with map, sketches, and genealogy chart.

Andrews, Bill – Newspaper article on becoming sheriff. Jan 18, 2003

Anselm, Brother – Newspaper article on search for grave. Feb 23, 2002.. Photocopy of July 1845 Springdale Sexton’s Report

Arbuckle – Copy of letter from Virginia Buck to J. C. Jefferds. 1934

Arion, Copeland Philip Jacob – Three typed pages about C. P. J. Arion, b. Shelby County, Kentucky, 7/25/1795.

Armand, Ralph E. – Election information

Armstrong, Beverly Firth – Wedding photograph (40th anniversary) Madison Courier, 2/22/2002

Armstrong, Dave – Mayor of Louisville 1999-2002. Newspaper feature Jan 2002.

Ash, Sonny – 1/2/98 newspaper article on baptism in river.

B—B—B

Bachman, Alois Sr. – 7 pages typed transcript of 1860 will of Alois Bachman, Sr.

Bachman, Alois (Lt. Col.) – Newspaper article on historic marker 1999. Program from market dedication. Obit of sister. Photocopy of 1850 census. Photocopies from 19th Reg Infantry, Indiana Volunteers, service records and handwritten letters (20 pages stapled). Photocopies from book Iron Men, Iron Will by Craig L. Dunn (15 pages). Photocopy of obituary and tribute poem. Partial copy of 8th grade paper “The Reflective Diary of a Fallen Hero” – includes bibliography. Photocopies from History of the Sixth Indiana Regiment (27 pages). 2 JCHS newsletters with articles on Bachman. Typed copy of classified ad for Bachman’s house. Photocopy of undated newspaper article: eulogy to Bachman by soldier.

Backer, Frank – See Frank Baker Collection MC-0048

Bacon, James – Family group sheet James E. Bacon. Family group sheet James Moses Bacon. Photocopy page 1827 Jeff Co Tax Assessors Book. Photocopy obit.
Brown Cemetery record. Photocopy marriage license James Bacon and Arice M. Brooks 1866.

Ball, Spencer – Obit: born June 8, 1805; died in 84th yr.

Banks Family – Spiral bound book 84 pages compiled by Robert Scott (available on CD): Banks Family of Indiana and North Carolina, from John Banks Jr. d. 1808, Stokes County, NC.

Banta, Edna – Photocopy of North Madison High School Commencement program 1932; photocopy of article by EB on local plants; photocopy of article about EB as elementary teacher; obit for EB from Indiana Academy of Science; excerpt from Flora of Indiana with references to EB.

Banta, Peter – Original letter dated June 10 1823 (?) about debt owing.

Barber, George – Obit (co-owner of Madison paper mill) d. 1899

Barber, Warner Harrison – Original clipping of undated obit. B. 1845

Barker – 2 handwritten pages re Burnley Barker, who moved to Jefferson County about 1820.

Barnard, George Grey – (Sculptor) Newspaper photos of homes; handwritten account of his life; article from JCHS on GGB, 1961; newspaper articles about GGB 1997, 1969, 1952, 2005, 1928, 1935, 1936; bill for setting statue; Julie Hoffstadt’s account of GGB’s statue of Lincoln; 1920 letter from GGB’s secretary about shipping statue; notes on newspaper coverage; handwritten receipt to JCHS; 1929 telegram to JCHS enumerating exhibit pieces (?); photocopy of photo of exhibit.

Baus, Matias – See Collection GC-0003 – Recorder’s Office Records for will.

Baxter Brothers – (Civil War Soldiers) 1927 short history of seven Baxter boys; photo; 1919 story from Indianapolis News; handwritten note on historical marker; 1919 story on Baxter reunion; ; handwritten note from Virginia M. Heller re town in Ireland (she requested James Baxter file).

Beach, Betty – Transcript of interview by Mike Moore April 7, 1984, for St. Patrick’s Catholic Church.

Bear Family – Three pages genealogy beginning with John Bear, who received land grant 1814; photocopy marriage certificate Charles R. Bear and Lesetta Mouser 1884; pages from book compiled by Charles von Dietrich Knighton on Bear family; photocopies of photographs of Charles and Lesetta Bear and children(?), and unidentified; newspaper article 12/2j9/2007: “Dr. William Bear – Retiring optometrist shared his vision with others;” .”; Madison Courier articles, 01/01/2000 on Donald Bear and Oscar Bear Sr.; photocopy newspaper obit 2/23/1970; photocopy undated article from The Madison Democrat about Judge P. E. Bear; printout: notes on Perry Ellsworth Bear, Judge; three pages from Bible: undated marriage certificate for Mandana Bear and Edward L. Bear, births, and deaths; undated photocopy with three newspaper articles: Ernestine Hubbard Wed in Plainfield, Long Illness Is Fatal For Edward O. Bear, and Serve At Bear Rites.

Bear, Jacob (1800-1852) and descendants – Spiral bound book The Descendants of Jacob Bear 1800-1852 compiled by Louise G. Erekson 2004 (52 pages)

Bear, Charles Romelus & descendants – Also see sheet: Digital photo album PO-023: Bear family photos; 5 pages family sheets, one handwritten.

Beerck (Bierck, Birk) Family – Twelve photocopied pages including newspaper obits and family tree from Philip Birk 1804-1843 and Peter Emmel 1809-1866.

Beetem/Hall – 2 photocopied pages of photos: Elsie Hall Beetem, Sarah Elizabeth Beetem and Amos Showalter; 9 pages family group sheets: George Beetem, Adam Beetem; 8 typed pages One Family Beetem.

Bell Family – Bound book Bell Family – Henry Oscar Bell by Thomas Collier Bell (102 pages). Bibliography and index.

Bellamy, Frank (1875-1915) – (Writer of pledge of allegiance) printout about writing of pledge.

Bellamy, Susanna – Undated obit. (Daughter of Anna Laura Peddie)

Benefiel, William H. (1946-1923) – Photocopy of photo. Photocopies of documents relating to service in Civil War, pension; six Odd Fellows certificates;

Benefield, Samuel & family – Power of attorney involving Indiana, Kansas, Illinois for heirs of Elizabeth Benefiel to S. M. Benefiel 1892

Beresford, John (Red) – Typed account of life and murder of JB. 3 pages undated.

Bersch, Henry – Certificate of Service, Selective Service System 1942-1947.

Beyer, Clyde – Notice of 90th birthday reception 2002; photo; statement that CB first student at Dixie Flying Service; letters confirming certification as private pilot and limited commercial pilot; program for dedication of Madison Airport 1931; agreement for lessons; 2005 newspaper article of CB signing his book “Wings Over Madison.”

Bird, Frank L. – Memorial ad 1987. Retirement newspaper story 1956. Photo from Trimble Banner Democrat of John Bird (father of FB) delivering main with horse and buggy, 1910.) Photograph of Bird children 1937. Newpaper story about FB’s appointment as county historian 1981; item about John Bird’s vacation 1912; newspaper obit 1987.

Bishop Family – Two pages from Bible 1830s 1840s

Bishop, Helyn – (Principal of Canaan Elementary School) Undated newspaper story about HB being named to Personalities of the West and Midwest.

Bitterman Family – Two pages typed info on Henry Bitterman m. Susannah Bireley 1808; children. Page from Bible.

Black, Ray Jr. – Madison Courier article, 02/18/2000.

Bladen, Rusty – Newspaper articles, 05/2000 and 04/24/2002

Blake, George Kennett – 1816-1844; photocopies of tax records; photocopied page from book detailing service in Revolutionary War

Blaser, Michael – Roundabout article, 09/2001.

Blythe – Postcard of inquiry about Samuel and Martha Blair Blythe; Blythes in 1880 census; 9 pages handwritten notes; 2 pages about James Blythe, D.D. photocopied from Encyclopedia of the Presbyterian Church in the USA; 3 handwritten letters from Beulah Blair re Joseph Blythe, pres of Hanover College; family tree Lee Duncan Stokes (Stokes, Duncan, Tuggle, Potts.

Bodem, Peter – Madison Courier article with photograph, 01/01/2000

Bolton, Sarah – Sketch of Bolton Mansion, S. Tenn; tiny scrapbook with newspaper obit, newspaper stories, poems printed and manuscript; Phil Cole article in Madison Courier, 07/24/2000; photocopy of newspaper obit 8/5/1893.

Bondurant, Noah, Thomas, Martha – Photocopies of photos; 2002 letter from Margaret Jones; 7 pages Woodfill-Bondurant-Gunckel records from Mrs. Jones; page about E. G. Bon Durant from “A History of Knox and Daviess Counties, 1886’; Descendants of Noah Bondurant 6 pages; Martha (Patsy) Chastain Bondurant 2 pages; on Jeremiah Gunckel 2 pages; photocopy of register of land in Jeffersonville to Henry Gunckel signed by Martin Van Buren; 2 page letter from Margaret Jones explaining photos at beginning of file; 10 pages correspondence on 1844 death of Thomas Bondurant;

Borden, Bill – Madison Courier article with photograph, 09/05/2001.

Borden, Gail – 8 pages photocopied from The Marble Hill and New London Stories, 1977.

Borman Family – 2 pages from Borman Family Bible – Allen Borman b. 1810; Ann Taylor b. 1812; m England 1835; their children.

Bott, Emil (artist) – Three page printout: Emil Bott, Civil War Soldier & Artist, 1825-1908, illustrated.

Bovard, Sarah Young (diary) – Typed transcript and print out (duplicates) of 1859-1860 diary of Sarah Young Bovard; 3 typed pages Young family genealogy.

Bowen, Lucien E. – (1858-1943), riverboat captain 1969 newspaper story of 75th anniversary of City of Madison ramming dike; 2 photocopies of pilot’s licenses; photo.

Bowman, Richard – Reprint of 1961 story by daughter about Civil War service.

Bradbury Family – Photocopy of marriage certificate of Charles McCullough and Mary Bradbury; newspaper story on Bradbury family history; 1936 obit for Sarah Bradbury Wright; photocopy of debt paper/Mary Bradbury; photocopy both sides postcard of invitation to Elliott & Officer family reunion 1909; 3 pages army pension certificates; 5 pages doctor’s statement on insanity of Elizabeth Thorn; Mason’s certificate of Jacob Bradbury; memoriam page T. C. Bradbury; 5 pages/letters and info from Carl Bruner;

Brandeis, Dr. Samuel – 3 pages typed bio for Dr. Samuel Brandeis, b. Prague 1819.

Branham Family – Bound book: My Family History by Mary A. Cobb (1839-1932) 18 pages

Branham, David – Newspaper story from the Key West Citizen, 1968: life of David Branham, builder of the railroad; 2 pages.

Brandt, Felix – Printed 1822 notice of funeral of his infant son.

Brandt, Marie Ester – Description of 1849-1869 diaries at Indiana Historical Society (2 microfilm reels); Brandt was a Quaker Sabbath teacher in Hanover.

Braun, Gerhard – Madison Courier article with photograph, 02/15/2001.

Breitenbach, Joseph and Magadalena Boyle – Phil Cole article in Madison Courier, 03/18/2000.

Breitenbach, Valentine & descendants – Photocopy All-in-One Tree of Edward Joseph Breitenbach; photocopy 3 page printout Ancestors of Kathy Longhurst from Valentine Breitenbach and Mary Schutter; photocopy newspaper photo Jun 5, 1982, about Breitenbach sisters closing their grocery on Walnut Street; photocopy baby photo of Margaret Rebecca Cheatham Breitenbach; photocopy photo of Valentine Breitenbach, b. 1831; photocopy Civil War Service Record Valentine Breitenbach; 2 pages generation sheets 1-4, 6; 2 page family view chart for Edward Joseph Breitenbach; wedding photo Edward Joseph Breitenbach and Margaret Rebecca Cheatham; photocopy photo of Valentine Breitenbach family, subjects identified on reverse; photocopy photograph Valentine Breitenbach children; accession sheet from Maureen Breitenbach. Also see sheet: Family History File Oversize Document Box #1 (Civil War discharge certificate for Valentine).

Breitweiser, Jae – 2005 newspaper story of receipt of HMI Reindollar Award

Bright, Anna – 5 receipts 1911-1912

Bright, David – 1 page handwritten (illegible) biography

Bright, Jesse – The Political Career of Jesse D. Bright by Charles B. Murphy, spiral bound, 1931, 46 pages. 18 pages photocopies, mostly short newspaper pieces c. 1862; Jesse D. Bright: A Traitor? By Joyce A. Hoying, 11 pages; Some letters of Jesse D. Bright to William H. English (1842-1863) from Indiana Magazine of History 1934, 23 pages; typescript from Indiana History and Newspaper Items, about JDB, 9 pages. Excerpt from Congressional Record regarding expulsion of Jesse Bright, 13 pages.

Bright, Michael G. (1803-1881) – MGB from Biographical and Historical Sketches of Early Indiana by William Wesley Woollen, 1883, 5 pages; 4 pages about MGB with footnotes “from Wayne Sanford”.

Brisben-Howard (Churchill) – Family Group Record Robert Brisben c. 1825-post 1870, m. 1) Margaret Howard, 2) Kate, 2 pages. 1 page data on info provider Skip Churchill, 1995.

Briscoe/Leland/King – Spiral bound book: The Family by Martha Jackson Compton, 49 pages.

Britt, Browning, Butler, Endicott, Norris, Todd, and Vawter – 125 page spiral bound book “Our Indiana Families from Colonial times to their history in Indiana”, by Barbara C. Betsch, 2007.

Brittingham, Robert – 9/22/07 newspaper article “Stories from the five & dime are priceless”

Brooks, Humphrey & Family – Descendancy Chart, beginning with Humphrey Brooks (1767-1844), 20 pages; spiral bound book compiled by Robert Scott (available on CD), 56 pages.

Brooks, William & Family – 30 pages spiral bound book compiled by Robert Scott from William Brooks and Nancy Loveless, Stokes Co. NC.

Brough, John – President M&I RR 1848-186?, Governor of Ohio 3 pages from Ohio Historical Society, Effingham, Illinois; original lease of house and land in Madison; original of loan to JFD Lanier for furniture, payable Nov. 10, 1855; original list of household goods sold to JR Cravens; photocopy of 1937 article on Brough with sketch of his house. (now the Moose Lodge); two pages typed from Hooper: History of Ohio Journalism, 1933; 1 page excerpts from Madison papers; 3 pages typed “Bright-Brough” from Verginia Buck files; 3 pages photocopies John Brough from the Biographical Encyclopedia of Ohio, 1876; 2 page letter to Mrs. V. H. Buck from The Western Reserve Historical Society, 1959, on life of John Brough.

Brown, Elmer Hovey (1876-1966) – Obit from American Society of Civil Engineers, 2 pages; “Biographical Sketch of Elmer H. Brown,” photocopies newspaper photo of Elmer H. Brown 1955, Broadway Garage.

Brown, Jacob & Johnston – George Miller column entitled “Brown Family History”, 1968, 1 page.

Brown, J. Franklin – (riverboat artist) Letters to Dorothy Jones: 7 multipage letters with envelopes, 1968-1976.

Brown, James Graham – Kentucky Biographical Notebook 1990: 12 pages; photocopy of 1927 newspaper story of Lemen photo albums to JGB.

Brown, Patrick (1760-1835) – Genealogy of Patrick Brown’s Ancestors, 2 typed pages; 5 pages cemetery records and snapshots; 8 pages photocopies of legal documents; 1 page typed anecdotes about James Brown, son of PB; 1 page about William P. Brown, son of Alexander and Isabella Martin Brown.

Brown, William – Sarah – Judith – Henrietta – Family letters 1839-1885. 34 sides plus five envelopes.

Brown, William & Family – Spiral bound book compiled by Robert Scott (available on CD) from William Brown 1792-1861 and Margaret Neil 1789-1867, 53 pages; handwritten will of William Brown and two legal handwritten papers concerning that will.

Brown, William & Ruth – Original and transcription of 1794 letter from Miami Village; article from Atlas of Great Lakes Indiana History marked “information relative to ‘Miami Village’ referred to in Wm. Brown letter of 1794.”

Browning – See Britt, Browning, Butler, Endicott, Norris, Todd, Vawter

Buchanan, John & family – Typed page of history of Fort Buchanan, a frontier block-house; newspaper photos of Risk-Buchanan family reunion 1930; letter from Mabel Lanham Schaler re family history; typed page of Buchanan family history; typed page about dedication of Buchanan historical marker at Cross Plains 1965

Buchanan, Sallie – Remembrance card

Buck, Virginia – Two notebooks of genealogical research; 1962 letter from James O. Smith re Oburn/Holden.

Buckendorf, Judy – Madison Courier article, 05/13/2000.

Bucks, Dorothy S. – Obituary, 04/04/2002

Bufka, Agnes Elizabeth Schafer – Spiral bound book: Grandma’s Memories by Agnes Elizabeth Schafer, March 1979.

Bullington, Bryan – Several Madison Courier newspaper articles.

Bumen, Gottlieb & Family – Two family sheets for Gottlieb Bumen b. 1832 m. Amelia Franz b. 1832

Bumen, Herman & Evelyn – Fifteen letters from WWII (V-mail service)

Burkhardt, John – Obituary, 02/25/2002.

Burress, Ralph and Dottie – Ralph obituary, 01/09/2001; Dottie, newspaper articles.

Butler – See Britt, Browning, Butler, Endicott, Norris, Todd, Vawter

Butler, Gen. Benjamin – 1907 letter from Lanier Dunn re Gen. Butler

C—C—C

Calloway, Charles – 1906 rental agreement for first floor of warehouse; four letters from US Rep. Lincoln Dunn re pension case; twenty 11×17 photocopies of handwritten genealogies, wills, etc.; nine pages handwritten genealogical notes; 20 pages Calloway Family Association printout November 2009.

Camenisch, Val – Madison Courier article, 01/01/2000.

Cameron, Donald – 1857 letter to Queen of England, with lyric to “Stirling Bridge”

Cantrell, Bill – Madison Courier article, 01/01/2000.

Carlow, Mary (Imel) – Obituary, 01/16/2001.

Carleton, Minnie – Letter from New York, Oct 22, 1845.

Carr, Joe – Madison Courier article, 01/01/2000.

Cash family – 27 typed pages: Cash Family of Indiana / Jefferson County / Republican and Smyrna Townships.

Cassidy, Bernard – Newspaper obit, 1/31/86

Caudell, Charles A. – Letters to and about Charles A. Caudell, Private in Troop H, 1st U.S. Cavalry, died in service Aug 3, 1898.

Chambers, Burton P. Sr. – Obituary, 04/10/2001.

Chapman Family (A.S. Chapman, Johnson, Wallace, Palmer) – 10 typed pages by Mrs. Josephine Chapman Wallace Williams, intro by Alonzo S. Chapman; photocopy newspaper obit Miss Clara L. Chapman, March 1912.

Childs Family (Ann Childs, Harry Childs, David Springer) – 1 page typed notes on 414 Broadway and Childs photos; list of Ann Childs’ published writing; 17 pages photocopy of Childs’ article “The Diaries and Letters of David Wallace Springer,” Wyoming Annals, Spring 1993; original magazine Wyoming Annals, Spring 1993; 3 pages photocopy of “My Dear Aunties . . .” Recollections of Mr. Dewey’s School,” American Libraries, Jan 1996; original of “My Dear Aunties . . .; photocopy with Ann Childs note of “Nineteenth Century students had more than studies on their minds”, The Reporter, Autumn 1996, 4 pages; 6 pages photocopy “Cattle Drive,” True West, July 1996; 4 pages photocopy “Round Up 1887”, True West, April, 1998; 3 pages photocopy “Colorado Traveler”, Old West, Summer, 1998; original magazine Wild West, April 2000, containing “Western Lore,” (2 pages); 3 pages photocopy “Knights Templar of Yore,” Knight Templar, Dec 2000; 3 newspaper photographs; photocopy Ann Childs obit, June 18, 2001; newspaper ad for auction of 414 Broadway, 10/12/01; 6 pages photocopies Commencement Program, Franklin College, 1897, with letter to Ann Childs and alumni register.

Christian, Adam – Certificate from Hanover College for 25th anniversary of class of 1933; handwritten note “worked for Pearl Packing.”

Chitwood, Amos and Margaret – (Accession# 2004.19) Receipts dating from 1841 (partial) to 1870 for property tax, school tax, road tax, guardianship.

Chowning, Edward C. (Madison artist) -Newspaper article 2/20/2010: Art Revealed in Renovation.”

Church- Miller (Mrs. W. H. or Elinor) – Handwritten notes on envelope re Church family info; handwritten notes re W. H. Miller obit; handwritten note re Catherine Church b. 1816; small typed sheet with info on William Henry Church; 1936 note re difficulty in researching Church family; 1928 letter from Allegany County NY re research on Philip Church; carbon copy of 1932 letter to Charles E. Whitcomb re research on Philip Church;

Clarkson Family – 2 original land grants dated Dec 1, 1848, issued to Abner Clarkson; indenture paper 1816 signed by John Paul.

Clashman, Carrie – 9 typed pages spiral bound: “Carrie Clashman’s Corner” by her granddaughter Mary Clashman.

Clashman, Howard – Indiana Common Schools diploma, 1912; Dupont High School diploma, 1916.

Clemens, Laurle & Ben – Newspaper story October 20, 2010: “Clemens Corner.”

Clever-Kleber – 1 typed page Michael d. 1757 and Ann Elisabeth d. 1757 Kleber’s family; on reverse notice of 1999 Clever family reunion; cover letter from Melissa Clausen.

Coates, Floyd – Undated Coates for Congress flyer.

Cobb, Mary – Two bound copies (18 pages) “My Family History” by Mary A. Cobb, d. 1932. Cover letter from grandson Charles E. Test, 1991.

Cofield, Sidney and Marjorie – 8 typed pages typed correspondence between Margie Cofield and Martha Schaaf, 1979, re school memories; Civil Service beneficiary designation from Sidney Cofield, 1943; 10 pages handwritten correspondence from schoolmate Jessie Mechem Ledford; handwritten note 7/15/10 from Marian Cofield Winslow re family history.

Cohen, Louis – (Madison photographer) 1 page photocopy from “Jefferson County in the World War” about Cohen photographing local draftees.

Cole, Phil – Photocopy of editorial at his death, Aug 2, 2006; newspaper funeral ad; newspaper memoir by Fred Farley, Aug 10, 2006.

Collier, John – Madison Courier article, 01/01/2000; newspaper photograph for 50th anniversary of John and Jean, 08/24/2002.

Collins, George W. – 1851 newspaper ad announcing his purchase of stove, tin, and copper store.

Collins, Napoleon, W. A., James – 2 typed pages letter from US Naval Academy to Virginia Buck re death of Admiral Napoleon Collins; “ALSO SEE” page reference to MC-2238 Civil War Collection: “Collins, Napoleon” file; 8 pages (7 typed) re Collins; 2 handwritten pages notes on land transfers; 2 photocopied pages will of Alexander C. Lanier, father of James F. D., 1820. (MG could not figure out why this was here . . . . .)

Collins, William A. – (Civil War doctor) Handwritten label signed by Dr. Collins about army uniform; fragile little printed book “The Boy Surgeon” by Lileut. A. J. Grayson, 24 pages; 1863 letter to Dr. Collins; handwritten page re uniform in collection of historical society; 2 pages photocopy from Madison Courier Feb 4, 2006: “Stained-glass window was a gift to church from ‘The Boy Surgeon’”.

Collins, William W. – Letter written from his posting in Louisville, Kentucky, to R. P. Jones, dated Nov. 15, 1862.

Comstock, Daniel – 1827 letter re county business and presidential election; 1826 letter re election report..

Conaway Family – Handwritten composition book of Virginia S. Buck. Inscribed inside front cover: “This notebook removed from D. A. R. Cemetery papers collection, 8/95.” Book mark inside book inscribed “Conaway Hinton Tallman”

Conklin, Dick and Barb – Madison Courier newspaper article and photograph, 01/01/2000.

Conklin, E. L. Dr. – 14 pages printed booklet: “E. L. Conklin, M.D., Pioneer Woman Doctor of Madison, Indiana, by Gertrude Garaets, undated.

Consler, Peter – (court document dated 1795) Debt warrant, Frederick County.

Cooper, Joseph M. – Louisville Courier Journal article, 03/18/1974; Madison Courier article, 01/01/2000.

Cope, Ruth – Madison Courier article, 04/25/2000.

Copeland, Betty – Madison Courier article with photograph, 06/18/2002.

Copeland, C. L. – (Canaan) Auction flyer for livestock and farm equipment, 1905.

Corrie, William & family – Receipt for gravestones, 1878; receipt for coffin, 1874; report card, James Corrie, Grade 4; cover letter for preceding from Frances Gabel Brown, 2000.

Cosby, Charles E., Sr. – Photocopy of newspaper obit, 4/29/78; 8×10 photograph; 1 page typed history/tribute.

Cosby, Tina – Newspaper article, 4/1/95, re announcing at Indiana Girls’ All Star Basketball game.

Cosby-Wilkins, Pat – Madison Courier article, 01/01/2000.

Cottman, Evans W. – Newspaper article from magazine section Tropic, The Miami Herald: “Prescription for a Second Life,” – the strange idyll of Dr. Cottman, 6/27/71.

Cotton, Laura – Madison Courier article, 01/01/2000.

Courter, Jim – Madison Courier article, retirement from State Hospital, 06/22/2002.

Craig, Mary Elizabeth – Spiral bound excerpts from “Profile of an Early Home Economist by Mary Elizabeth (May) Craig (part of a master’s degree thesis by M. L. C. Murray, 1979).

Craigmyle, Sheldon – (Air Force pilot killed in crash) 20 typed pages about 1949 crash in Scotland.

Crane, Simeon H. – Funeral notice, Aug 31, 1841.

Cravens – see Cravens Family Collection MC-0027, Tier 3, Shelf 18 All info. moved to that collection.

Crowe, John Finley – (Pastor, Hanover Presbyterian Church)Undated printed version of poem “The Mulberry Tree at the Door” by Mary E. Allen, granddaughter of J. Finley Crowe; The Hanover Historical Review Volume II 2010 (articles about J. F. Crowe).

Crowe, Samuel S. – Spiral bound (JCHS) “Civil War Diary of Col. Samuel S. Crowe, Co. “B”, 93rd Indiana Vol. Infantry, Nov 26, 1862 – Jan 4, 1864.”, 62 pages.

Crozier, William W. – 3 photocopies newspaper obits, 9/11/34. Civil War veteran.

Crozier Family – Also see sheet: Mullen family file, Haigh, Sidney E. family file, Prenatt family file, Schofield family file; order form for Metropolitan Copying Company, North Vernon, Ind., for crayon work for Mrs. L. H. Crozier, promised for 1-5 June, 1889; 3 pages photocopies newspaper coverage of death of William Watts Crozier, 9/11/1934; family tree back from Mary Helen Crozier, b. 1931.

Crozier – Newspaper obits, Frederick A. Crozier, b. 1875, and John Andrew Crozier, both undated.

Culbertson Family – Spiral bound book compiled by Robert Scott (available on CD) from James Culbertson and Jean Campbell m. 13 Nov. 1716, Scotland, 30 pages.

Cull, Brooklyn – 1987 letter to George Miller re 1924 photo; newspaper article, Madison Courier, Feb 18, 2000, by Christian Cull; photocopy Madison Courier article, “Historian: Cull has pulse of Jefferson Co.,” Feb 26, 1988; poem “Climbing the Family Tree;” photocopy newspaper article 7/19/2002: “Ryker descendants preserve family history.”

Cunningham, Mary Page – See also “C. O. Page” file; Handwritten summary birth, marriage, census; photocopy newspaper obit, June 15, 1881; photocopy newspaper story re marriage of Frank L. Powell and Nellie Cunningham, Feb 14, year not given; newspaper obit 1885 for Cleland, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Sam. A. Cunningham.

Cunningham, Patrick – Madison Courier photograph of sculpture, 02/18/2000.

Cupp, Joseph M. – Madison Courier article with photograph, 08/07/2002.

Custer, A. S. – Photocopy of 1927 letter to the editor establishing gift to pay millions in 500 million; six pages photocopies Last Will and Testament of Arnold Scott Custer.

Custer, James & Jesse – Letter from Jesse to his father, May 9, 67; Land conveyance from Arnold Custer to James Custer, June 17, 1837.

Custer, Linnie May, Clarence – Two spiral bound photocopies: excerpt from The Hoosier Genealogist: Memoirs of Linnie May Custer, 7 pages.

Custer, Samuel – Undated newspaper article: Pioneer Days in Madison and Jefferson County: Recollections of Samuel Custer.

Cutshall, John – Madison Courier article on retirement from State Hospital, no date, edge of page missing.

D—D—D

Dalhover – See Phil Cole, 02/16/2002

Darnold, Roy – Tobacco farmer, Madison Courier article, 10/21/2001

Datillo, Molly – (disappeared July 6, 2004) Newspaper story, July 6, 2006, “Memories of Molly;” photo packet from May 15, 2010, Molly Dattilo Run; photo packet from Indianapolis Aug 18, 2004 Molly Dattilo Run; C-J newspaper article Mar 14, 2007: “Missing-persons bill advances to Senate”; newspaper page Apr 28, 2005: photos from 2005 Run and poem Searching for Molly; poster and entry form for 2011 Annual Molly Dattilo Run/Walk.

Daugherty – Smith – 2 pages handwritten notes, Donna Jackson, 7/13-14/94, on family

Davidson, William R., Dr. – (1842-1924) Photocopies of 2 newspaper obits, 1924; 1909 letter from Simeon H. Crane re Civil War Company “C”; photocopy of application to Grand Army of the Republic, 1913; 2 typed/handwritten photocopies re his life.

Davidson, William, Sr. – (Doctor) (1810-1875) Original certificate 1841 excusing Gabriel Woodfill from labor requiring use of lower extremities; typed page from John Lyle King diaries 1849 re marital troubles; 3 pages typed photocopies “Biography of Dr. William Davidson, Sr.” by L. J. Wooden, M.D. per W. R. D.; 1839 letter from Rich. Griffith.

Davis, Brooks – (Mayor) Newspaper article 12/31/1973: “Madison mayor looks at accomplishments.”

Davis, Dick – (Park Naturalist, Clifty Falls S.P.) Newspaper article 12/26/2007: “Nurtured in Nature.”

Davis, Fred “Rack” – Newspaper article 5/23/1992: “Fred ‘Rack’ Davis thinks of Madison’s past at 100.”

Davis, Hal and Yvonne – Artist, RoundAbout article, 08/2000

Davis, Lewis – (early founder of Madison) 2 copies typed page about life – second of original proprietors of Madison.

DeCar, Louis & family; Rector family – 5 typed pages DeCar Family History; 2 typed pages Rector Family; 1 typed page Louis Decar bio; photocopy of photograph of Louis DeCar as a young child; 2 pages photocopies of “Recollections of ‘Meet the Boat’ Trips” by Louis DeCar from Jefferson County Genealogical Society newsletter, summer, 2006; 4 pages photocopy “Growing Up in the 30’s” by Louis DeCar; 3 pages photocopy “Steamboat Memories of Yesteryear” by Louis DeCar; 4 pages photocopy “Steamboat Memories of Yesteryear,” by Louis DeCar; 2 pages photocopy “What the Ohio River and Steamboating Meant to Madison’s Development” by Louis DeCar; Madison Courier article, no date; 14 page typed transcription of oral history interview done 02/20/2008; newspaper article 5/16/2011 “Strong Voices – Past Custer winners cherish the memories” with photo of Louis DeCar; photocopy undated newspaper obit for A. Louis Decar b. 1886.

Dean, Argus & Family – (Marble Hill area) Undated newspaper obit; 2 typed pages “Description of the Marble Hill Quarry in Saluda Twp, Jeff Co, 1852-1856” by Miss Abbie Dean; 3 handwritten pages by Abbie Dean, one dated July 31, 1922, listing records in her possession; 3 pages photocopies undated article about Bethlehem: “Hard Luck Stretch of Hoosier River”: 1 page photocopy article from The Indiana Farmer’s Guide: “How Dean Beat Jack Frost and Saved His Peach Crop.”

Denny, George E. Dr. (Denny’s Sanitarium) – Photocopy of 1907 ad for Denny’s Private Sanitarium; photocopy 1909 newspaper story about sanitarium; photocopy newspaper obit of Dr. Fred Denny, Oct 19, 1957; campaign blotter for Geo. E. Denny; campaign flyer for George E. Denny; photo envelope Hillside Hotel, Geo. E. Denny, Pro; 8×10 photo Denny Sanitarium; photocopy 1903 ad for sanitarium; photocopy assorted ads sanitarium and story re Geo E. Denny named superintendent at Muscatatuck Colony for Feeble Minded Youth; 2 pages photocopy entry on George E. Denny, MD, from “Memoirs of the Lower Ohio Valley”.

Denny, Fred – Photocopy newspaper obit 10/19/1957 “Dr. Fred Denny, City Physician, Dies In Hospital.”

Denny, John W. – Handwritten slip with dates for JWD, wife, and father.

Denny, W. L. – (Dupont, IN) Printed pamphlet “Original Poems by W. L. Denny”

Deputy, Joshua & Sarah – Original 1818 bond between Joshua and Sarah Deputy

Dickerson, John – Original and photocopied enlargement of undated newspaper article “A Hero of 1776 Buried Near Hanover.”

Dickey, John & Family – (should also be cross referenced under Johnson) 3 typed pages with family tree: Descent of John Dickey, will dated Feb 13, 1789; 4 pages handwritten/typed family notes 1927/1942; 60+ pages photocopied handwritten correspondence; 6 pages photocopy family tree; photocopies photos, postcards from Ireland; 1994 letter from Lee Rogers thanking Griffith Marr, Columbus, IN, for gift of Dickey/Johnson files.

Dickson, Elizabeth – Funeral notice, April 6, 1873.

Distel, George – 3 typed paged resume; newspaper obit 1967.

Dixon, Margaret – Madison Courier article, 01/01/2000; newspaper obit Frank H. Dixon 1944.

Donlan Family – Spiral bound book “Donlan Family Tree” by William and Christine Wheeler from Michael Cavenaugh, b. Ireland c. 1779, d. Madison 1878.

Dorton, Cecil Lee – (Ret. Major General) Newspaper obit ad; newspaper funeral story 2/21/2000.

Douglas, Thomas – (Judge) (1790-1865) Photocopied page from The Briefs: “A Retrospective Look at the Orange County Circuit Criminal Court and its Judges Between 1847 and 1876”

Dowell, Judge Paul F. – Five newspaper articles c. 10/18/1945 re death of Paul F. Dowell

Dryden, Thomas & John – Original bond re township school dated April 16, 1831.

Duffy, Sarah Litson – 2 pages handwritten obit by Pearl Duffy dated April 23, 1932.

Dunn Family (Williamson & William McKee) – 1 scrapbook page containing silver wedding party invitation for Mr. and Mrs. W. McK. Dunn, newspaper story re Dunn family military service, and wedding announcement of Lewis Lory and Sallie Dunn; 6 page handwritten letter dated Sept 17, 1906, from John D. Alexander to Drusilla Lanier Cravens re history of Dunn family; 5 pages photocopy from Biographical and Historical Sketches of Early Indiana re Williamson Dunn; photocopy of 3 photos in JCHS collection; 1 page photocopy “Civil War: Jefferson County, Indiana – Dunn Family; photocopy newspaper column by Phil Cole, May 27, 2000, “Hanover owes much to Judge Dunn:; photocopy page with photo on William McKee Dunn from “Brigadier Generals in Blue”; scrapbook page containing typed obit Apr 10, 1874 for Maj. J. W. Dunn and original letter Dec 18 1862 from Wm. Dunn; 11 pages photocopy from “Campaigning with Grant” re William McKee Dunn, Jr., including transmittal letter 2003; Pasted up newspaper article 5/28/1880 “Williamson Dunn. His Boyhood, Youth, Manhood and Old Age – Interesting Reminiscences and Recollections.”; 1817 stock purchase authorization for the benefit of his children; 3 pages typed: The loyal family of Dunn, letter from Gen. McKee Dunn concerning slanders of Louisville Courier-Journal; 3 pages photocopy from Indiana Genealogist, Sept 2009: “Captain Dunn’s Company of U.S. Rangers.”

Dunne, Irene – (Movie actress) Spiral bound book of photocopied photos; spiral bound reprint of article from Modern Screen Dec. 1938, 8 pages; piece of film from The Awful Truth; photocopy of RoundAbout Madison article “Honoring a Film Legend” March 2006, 7 pages; photocopy of newspaper article 4/24/61 about humanitarian award; 2 typed pages press release on 1991 JCHS presentation about Irene Dunne; 2 photocopies follow-up news story on presentation; 2 copies photocopy of Phil Cole column with Irene Dunne reminisces, 4/13/02; 2 copies news story announcing 1991 presentation; program from Foundation Circle Dedication 5/4/85, St. John’s Hospital, honoring Irene Dunne’s support; 4 pages photocopied news story 3/30 re Madison movie celebrities; photocopy Madison map showing Dunne residence; photocopy 2 1936 obits of Irene Dunne’s mother; “also see” page: “Charles Henry” family history file; business card of Wes D. Gehring: “researching Irene Dunne book”; 2 handwritten pages family history; 1979 newspaper photo of Irene Dunne with Madison visitors; photocopy of 1985 C-J story on Kennedy Center Honors; photocopy of page from 1916 Madison High School yearbook; NYTimes obit, 10/6/90; photocopy of newspaper article “Irene Dunne recalls Childhood in Louisville’; photocopy of photo of Irene Dunne visiting Camp Louis Ernst; photocopy Phil Cole Column “Dunne always treasured her hometown,” 11/5/05; newspaper article 12/15/05 “Marker to honor Irene Dunne”; 10/20/90 letter to George Miller re Irene Dunne dates; 5 page handwritten letter 10/90 from Mabel L. Schaler re Irene Dunne memories; photocopy Phil Cole column “Dunne left Madison for a great stage, film career,” 3/30/02; photocopy Phil Cole column “It’s time for Madison to honor Irene Dunne”, 10/22/05 and 10/29/05; 3 pages photocopy “Whatever Became Of . . . . .Irene Dunne”; 12 pages Irene Dunne info from internet: awards, biography, filmography; photocopy newspaper story 10/3/38: “Madison People Cold to Movie Thirty Years Ago, Looked, Passed By.”; 14 pages photocopy of biography with photos from unnamed source; photocopy of photo of Madison High School class of 1916; photocopy of photo of Madison High School; photocopy of land transfer to Adelaide H. Dunne; color photocopy of 2 Photoplay covers; photo of Camp Louis Ernst plaque; newspaper story Los Angeles Times 2/14/83 “Irene Dunne’s Movie-Idol Image Keeps On Playing Soft and Clear”; newspaper story with photo “Dunne honored with historic marker” 5/20/06; photocopy description with photo of Irene Dunne Madison home; photocopy of photo of Irene Dunne in front of Island Queen; one type page Irene Dunne trivia.

Dupraw, Linda – Madison Courier articles with photographs, 01/01/2000

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Eades, Carla – Newspaper article, 05/18/2002

Eaglin, Charles & Family – (Chief of police, Sheriff) 4 pages photocopied newspaper stories: golden anniversary, obits 1941. contributed by Marilyn Imel, granddaughter.

Earls, George J. – sheet music – Newspaper article from Courier-Journal Feb 16, 1994: “George Earls’ notable finds stir memories of America’s musical past.”

Eastin, Philip – Typed transcript of Revolutionary War Pension Application for Philip Eastin by William H. English, 1846.

*Eckert Family – John * – Photocopy newspaper obit for John Eckert, 1841-1904.

Eckert, Joe “Baby” – Newspaper story 3/24/79: “Boats that don’t flat – ‘Joe Baby’ Eckert continues his copper hobby”, original and photocopy; photocopy Louisville Times article 1/10/79: “Madison ‘tin man’ isn’t welded to his retirement”.

Eddy, Ray – Newspaper article.

Edwards, Bill – Madison Courier article, 04/04/2000

Edwards, James W. Sr. – Madison Courier article, 01/01/2000

Eckert, William D. – 4 pages photocopies newspaper stories on appointment as commissioner of baseball, nominated for third star as general, obit 1971; 2 pages from US Air Force biography on Lieutenant General William D. Eckert.

Eggleston, Edward & Family – 1 page typed biography and list of books; 1999 reprint of 1968 newspaper article “County was home to great writers, heroes, visionaries”; newspaper article 11/28/51 “Tells of pioneer trip by Edward Eggleston”; newspaper article 1/14/93 recalling death of widow 60 years ago; newspaper article 4/25/71 “Eggleston’s Progress”; signature card; spiral bound book “Excerpts from Recollections of a Varied Life by Edward Eggleston 1910, 38 pages; spiral bound photocopies “The Hoosiers” by Meredith Nicholson 1916, excerpt on Edward Eggleston, 17 pages; photocopy of newspaper story “Value of oral tradition – reminiscence of Judge Eggleston”; Madison Courier photograph, 01/01/2000

Einsel, Marion Schofield – See Collection #0109 Einsel (Schofield, Hisle, Wildman, Young)

Eisan, Frances – Undated newspaper story “Arts committee to host talk on county history”.

Eisenhardt, Mary Louise – (high school coach) Newspaper story 4/29/06 “Welcome to the Hall – Eisenhardt pioneered girls sports at Madison” Madison Courier articles, 01/01/2000 and 02/18/2001.

Elliott, Robert & Family – Connections (The Hoosier Genealogist) Summer 2008: “Elliott Family History – a 1908 History of the Elliott and Related Families of Jefferson County, Indiana” by David McClure Elliott, 6 pages.

Elliott, William Sr. & Family – 27 pages spiral bound “Descendants of William Elliott, Sr.” b. 7/12/1699 Ireland. 23 pages spiral bound Elliott Family, prepared by Michele Davis 11/7/2007.

Endicott – See Britt, Browning, Butler, Endicott, Norris, Todd, Vawter

Engle, Wayne – Madison Courier article, 10/13/2001

English Family of Lexington, Indiana – 1 typed page with two carbon copies “History of the English Family”; 9 mimeographed pages “The Compiled History of the English Family”; 1 typed page “The English Farm at Lexington, Indiana”; 3 pages photocopies, including 2 with drawings of Hotel English; “Also see” sheet: Englishton Park Home.

Ernst, Fritz – Also see sheet: MC-0101 Ernst Family Collection

Ernst Family – Also see sheet: MC-0101 Ernst Family Collection.

Ernst, Robert Sering – (re Irene Dunne) Letter 5/13/19 from Virginia, with mention of Irene Dunne; collection of Robert Sering Ernst letters not processed 5/2011; also see sheet: MC-0101 Ernst Family Collection (not yet processed).

Etherton, Joseph & Family – 14 page spiral bound book compiled by Robert Scott from Joseph Etherton and Elizabeth Coleman?

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Faught, William & Family – (Also concerns Kavanaugh, Comley, and Cosby families.) Original documents: land deeds, inventory of estate of William Faught, bills of sale, and research on these documents by professional genealogist, with photocopies and transcripts of documents, 15 pages. Pertinent burials in Olive Branch Cemetery, 8 pages; Kavanaugh Cemetery, 1 page. One typed page from Indiana Marriages Through 1850.

Faulconer, James – Also See sheet: Underwood, Elizabeth. Reference to 2 copies of “Descendants of James Faulconer” in book collection. Family tree sheet Thomas Jefferson Faulconer II to James Faulconer, 1 page.

Ferris, Gale, Sr. – Also See sheet: Subject file/businesses and Other: Ferris Rare Breed Poultry Farm. 4 typed pages “History of the Gale H. Ferris Rare-Breed Poultry Farm, Canaan, IN.” Photocopy newspaper story “Guthrie, Ferris are honored by Jefferson Presbyterian Church” 7/16/96, 1 page; photocopy newspaper story “Gale Ferris is wheel of Canaan’s Festival,” 9/7/89, 3 pages; photocopies assorted newspaper stories, 4 pages.

Fiegenschuh, Karl – Photocopy newspaper obit, 8/28/00; 8×10 color photograph.

Field, Culver – Madison Courier article, 06/13/2002

Fife, Camille – Newspaper article 10/20/2010: “Two ladies at large in the world.”

Firth, William – Newspaper obit, undated (b. 1838). Handwritten receipt 1891 from John and George Irwin to J. S. Porter.

Finch, John C. – Photocopy of newspaper obit, 1952.

Fitch, Jonathan (1793-1875) – Photocopy newspaper obit, 1875.

Flora, Herbert M. – (Madison photographer) Photocopy newspaper obit 1952 and 1909 story about photography business; photocopy 1919 newspaper story listing available steamboat photos; handwritten biography by M’Lissa Y. Kesterman, 2 pages.

Ford, Dean – RoundAbout Madison cover story “The Dean of Deal-making,” November 2002.

Ford, William – 15 pages printout Descendants of Garrard Ford b. 1690; one page handwritten notes on Robert Ford 1781-1848; 15 pages typed transcript of interview with Bill Ford 2010.

Fowke, Gerard – Printed pamphlet, 22 pages, “Gerard Fowke” reprinted from the Ohio Archaeological and Historical Quarterly for April 1929; envelope of 1919 photos of Gerard Fowke.

Fowler, Israel, Jeremiah, Sarah – 4 letters from the 1860s; photocopy newspaper obit Capt. Israel Fowler, 1907; transcript of obit; undated photocopy of small ads including I. Fowler, Jeweler; photocopy of 1975 newspaper story, “Unusual clock added to museum.”; photograph of metal plate found 2000;

Fox, Josie and Geoff – 19 pages spiral bound from Ball State Newsletter 4/11/2011d: “Entrepreneurs to provide behind-the-scenes look into Fox Head clothing.”

Francis, John – 8 typed pages from Robert W. Scott on Francis Family from John b. 1800 and Janette b. ca. 1802; family group sheet from John Francis Jr,, b. 1824, 2 pages.

Francisco Family – Also see sheet: MC-0101 Francisco Family Collection.

Francisco, Hiram – (school workbook, 1834) Photocopy newspaper story 1917 “Material for Driving Oil Wells”; school workbook with quill.

Frazier, Mike – Madison Courier articles and photographs, 12/27/2001 and 01/26/2002

Frick Family (also Eastin & Stevens) – 5 pages typed info on Fanny Eastin Stevens Frick b. c. 1791 with cover e-mail, 1 page.

Fry, William H. – Photocopies of 2 Hanover College certificates of scholarship in JCHS collection, c, 1861.

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Gaines, Rev. Stocco M. – Madison Courier article, 01/01/2000

Galvin, John – 2 copies RoundAbout Madison, June, 2003: cover story – ‘Historic Madison Inc. honors Galvin for his leadership.”

Gans, John – Photocopy front page newspaper obit “John Gans, funeral home owner, dies suddenly at 84,” 9/21/1977; handwritten note citing obits for Mabel and John H. Gans; 4 pages photocopies newspaper article 8/19/1959: Farm boy develops immense business in Madison; 2 pages photocooies newspaper article 1969: Couple To Celebrate Golden Anniversary (Mrs. And Mrs. John H. Gans); photocopy newspaper obits Edward S. Gans 3/14/1925 and Sally A. Gans (1926); photocopy newspaper obit 1/6/1981: Mrs. John H. Gans.

Garber Family – Photocopy of newspaper article 1904? “Guilford S. Garber – A Short Sketch of His Life in Madison and in the Army;” special newspaper section 5/9/1987: “The Garber Family and The Madison Courier 1837-1987.”

Garber, John – 7/18/1854 complaint of assault against John Garber.

*Garber, Michael C. Sr. * – (1813-1881) Madison Courier article 7/14/2004: “Historian shed light on dispute between Garber, Bright;” MC article with photo 11/27/2004: “Historical marker honors Garber;” MC article 7/8/2004: “Letter shed more light on Civil War-era feud;” photocopy of undated newspaper article: Vevay Reveille suggests Col. Garber for state office; undated newspaper letter (late Civil War) from Flat Lick, KY; reprint from The Indiana Magazine of History, December, 1952: “Michael C. Garber, Sr., and the Early Years of the Madison, Indiana, Daily Courier,” 12 pages; spiral bound book: “A Southern Man of Northern Principles: Michael C. Garber and the political realignment of the 1850’s,” by Mark Allan Furnish, 2004, 110 pages.

Garber, Michael E. – (Courier publisher) 1880-1962 Madison Courier article 12/6/1978: “Mrs. M. E. Garber celebrating 100th birthday today;” MC article 6/6/62: “M. E. Garber, Publisher of Courier, Dies.”

Gardner, Bob and Carolyn – Madison Courier articles; 50th wedding anniversary, 08/13/2001; obituary for Carolyn, 03/18/2002

Gebest, Charles L. – Photocopy of newspaper obit 11/29/1915.

Geile – Also See sheet: Family history: Hargis, Carleton Family.

Genter Family – Annotated photocopy of marriage record of William Genter and Opal Hedrick 6/5/1911; photocopy 1880 census; photocopy obit 7/11/1892 Lorenz Genter; photocopy page from 1879 Madison City Directory; photocopy tax rolls 1887-1888; page asserting that Bridget Genter owned 100 acres in Lancaster Twp. In 1887-88; annotated cemetery listing for St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Madison; photocopy 1880 census record for Bridget Genter; photocopy death certificate for Charles Genter; photocopy burial permit for Mary Ann Genter; photocopy death certificate Dominick Genter; photocopy death certificate Bridget Genter; photocopy burial permit Mary Ann Genter; photocopy 1900 census page Frank X. Genter; photocopy listing of obits in Madison Courier 1900-1943; photocopy Indiana Marriage Records – Dominick Genter/Bridget Flannegan, Frank X. Genter/Veronica Hoffert; printout page from 1920 census re Maxmillian Genter; photocopy passenger list seaport of New Orleans; photocopy death certificate Josephine Genter; photocopy handwritten page of marriages, land purchases; photocopy N.E. – Sec. 2, Map 1, 1860s; photocopy page of 1880 census; photocopy page of 1900 census; photocopy newspaper obit 8/13/1887 Ada Genter; photocopy page from 1879 Madison Business Directory; photocopy page from 1855 Madison City Assessor’s Book; printout children of Dominic and Brigetta Genter; annotated photocopy 1886 Madison Sanborn map.

Geraets, Gertrude – Madison Courier photograph, 02/15/2002

Gertz Family – 13 pages handwritten letters/info from Louis DeCar, c. 1996; photocopy undated newspaper obit Miss Kate Gertz; photocopy newspaper obit 10/14/1914 Mrs. Albert Bach (Elizabeth Gertz); photocopy newspaper obit 2/29/1928 Albert Bach; photocopy undated newspaper obit George C. Gertz; photocopy undated newspaper obit Mrs. Geo. Gertz; photocopy newspaper obit 5/25/1957 Charles Gertz; photocopy newspaper obit 1/18/1942 Charles G. Schelke (husband of Anna Gertz); photocopy newspaper obit 2/4/1964 Anna Gertz Schelke; photocopy newspaper obit 11/18/1985 Frieda Schelke Jones; photocopy newspaper obit 4/13/1988 Robert Schelke; photocopy undated newspaper paragraph on death of Laura Gertz; photocopy of death certificate for Laura Gertz, age 8, died 10/30/1889; photocopy burial permit for Laura Gertz, d 10/30/1889; photocopy newspaper obit 6/22/1893 Charles A. Gertz; photocopy newspaper obit 12/14/1898 Frederica (Mrs. Charles) Gertz; photocopy undated newspaper obit Mrs. Frederica Gertz; photocopy newspaper article 8/19/1959: “Faith Of Pioneers In Early Madison Seen In An Advertisement – Gertz Bakery Well Known In Old Madison;” 2 pages printout “Descendants of Unknown Gertz” (first name = Theodore Gertz b. c. 1824).

Gilles, Charles – Newspaper photo 6/8/1988 “Police officers honored.”

Gillett, Mary Louise (Lulie) – Newspaper article and photocopy 8/20/67 “Dormitory Name To Be ‘Gillett;’” original and 2 photocopies Missouri Alumnus Jan-Feb 1987 “A Woman’s Place is at Mizzou;” 2 photocopies Hannibal Herald obit 12/15/1877; 2 copies typed notes on life; 2 copies 6/12/1967 letter re naming of dormitory; 1977 letter to George Miller re Gillett and Duboch families, 2 pages; photocopy newspaper article 7/25/1967: “M.U. Delves Into Past for Spelling;” photocopy of 8/20/67 article with typed notes by George Miller; photocopy of undated newspaper article on Pitcher house, where Lulie Gillett probably lived.

Gilligan, Grace – Letter 1/24/1995 re Grace Gilligan, teacher at Schwartz school; 2 photocopies “Souvenir” Schwartz School 1901-1902.

*Glass, Jacob * – (Civil War Col.) 2 color copies naturalization papers for Jacob Glass; 2 color copies Bavarian passport 1854; 2 color copies travel affidavit; photocopy “Socialistischer Turnerbund Turn-Pass;” spiral bound book about Jacob Glass, including letters and transcribed newspaper articles; 2 color copies appointment of Jacob Glass to Major in the 32nd Regt Indiana, 10/20/1862;
Glass, Samuel & Family – 3 typed pages: cover letter 1967 from Mrs. John Hackman and census and cemetery records from Samuel Glass, who settled in old age in Shenandoah Valley, Virginia, from Benbridge, Ireland.. Granddaughter Ruth McClure (age 73) in 1850 Jefferson County census.

Glenn Family – 14 page spiral bound book from Robert Scott, largely from account by Mary Hill (1960s?) from David Glenn and Ann Boyle, m. 2/7/1794 Dairy, Ayreshire.

Gold Family * (Gold’s Department Store) Several sales slips and two snapshots, with cover letter from Marty Kaplan, 2003.

Goley Family – Newspaper obituary for Edward Alfred Goley, d. 11/24/2004.

Gordon, Murray L – Obit/tribute on Greensburg newspaper man who came from Canaan.

Goodman, Jeanette Turner and David R. – Madison Courier newspaper articles, 01/01/2000

Gorgas, Joseph R. – Sheet listing F.J.S. Gorgas as dentist in Jefferson County; 3 photocopied pages from Biographical and Historical Souvenir from the counties of Clark, Crawford, Jefferson, Jennings, Scott and Washington, Indiana, 1889: Joseph R. Gorgas, photographer; 3 pages from RootsWeb.com on Weaser Family: Joseph Gorgas, wife, and daughter; enlarged photocopy of newspaper list of officers and members of uniform rank, K. of P., Division no. 10, with drawing of Joseph R. Gorgas, Captain; 2 photocopied pages newspaper obit; Apr 6, 1903; photocopy death certificate; 3 pages from The Grimes File on 19th Century Western Pennsylvania Artists and Photographers on William Gorgas, including obit; photocopy of newspaper paragraph about Joseph R. Gorgas written in first person; bad photocopy marriage license Ferdinand Gorgas and Anna Swormstedt, 10/13/1858. Also See sheet: subject file, businesses-Gorgas Photography Studio.

Goss-Turner, Dr. Anna – Newspaper article 2/27/1977: “Born under a good sign – Zodiac didn’t deny doctor her calling;” newspaper article from people who made a difference 1/1/2009: “Anna Goss Turner;” handwritten note on photocopy of newspaper article “came to Madison 1932.”

Graham, James C. – Milton Township teacher. Approx 165 page 1861 journal with summary cover sheet.

Graham, W. R. – 1949 letter to Pres. Truman – Typeset copy of letter to Pres. Truman urging his resignation.

Grahn, Ann – Newspaper article 1/28/2000: “Chamber honors Ann Grahn;” newspaper article 1/26/2010: “Grahn wins first John Paul economic development award.”

Graves, Dr. Noel – Photocopy newspaper article 3/2/2009: “The ‘ultimate real doc’ Graves added to KDH Wall of Honor.”

Gray Family (Matthew, Andrew, Wilhelmina, Pauline) – Photocopy 6 page handwritten Gray Family History; photocopy 3 page handwritten cover letter; photocopy Community Foundation thankyou letter; 2 pages photocopied photos.

Gray, John – Madison Courier article, 06/12/02

Grayson, A. J. (Andrew Jackson), aka Phelix Adair – 120 pages of Grayson information collected by Richard Roland Grayson, M.D., 1977; printout of 2007 e-mail listing writings by A. J. Grayson; 7 page biography of Andrew Jackson Grayson with photo by Richard Roland Grayson, M.D., 1975; 2 pages on Phelix Adair from Manuscript Section, Indiana Division, Indiana State Library.

Grebe, Jacob & Family – 2 pages photocopies (front and back – 4 total) family photos; spiral bound Grebe Family History (articles about Charlie Grebe who was character “Bud Means” in Eggleston’s book “The Hoosier Schoolmaster,” service records of the 5 Grebe brothers who served in the Civil War), maybe 75 pages total; 4 typed pages from Madison Courier, 6/22/1910: Ryker’s Ridge, Scene of the Hoosier Schoolmaster; photocopy of preceding article; 2 pages photocopies photographs about The Hoosier Schoolmaster; 2 pages photos Jacob and Mary A. Grebe cemetery marker; 2 typed pages about Jacob Grebe and Mary Ann Buhler and John Christian Jacob Grebe; 3 photocopied pages from legal documents including Jacob Grebe’s signature; 3 photocopied pages legal documents: land transfers; photocopy newspaper photo of Eagle Hollow School; photocopy typed obit for Wesley Edward Kampe (two Grebes pallbearers); photocopy newspaper obit for Wesley Edward Kampe, 4/15/1896; 3 photocopied paged land transfer from Jacob and Mary Ann Grebe; photocopy Heberhart article 10/14/1940 with Grebe mention; photocopy 4/16/1913 “’Bud Mean’ in Madison”; photocopy obit and paragraph about John Buhler; 2 photocopied pages 6/21/1897 article from Madison Daily Herald “Grace Church — Fiftieh Anniversary Celebrated; photocopy photograph of Grebe house; photocopy naturalization record for Jacob Grebe; photocopy 5/13/1908 newspaper article “Reminiscences of an honored pioneer.”

Green, Hezikiah & Family – (also Lanham) Spiral bound book Greens’ Genes – “Shoots Roots, & Toots,”maybe 40 pages; 5 pages Canaan residents and contact info.

Green, Thomas (also George, James, & John) – Also See sheet: Fauna Mihalko Collection – Green; photocopy In Memoriam John B. Green; photocopy land grant James Monroe to Thomas Green of Shelby County, Kentucky; photocopy obit Mary R. Green; 2 photocopied pages regarding Greens buried in Fairmount Cemetery.

Gregg, Meredith – HMI docent of the month badge.

Griffin, Alva H. – Madison Courier obituary, 01/18/2002

Griffin, Ralph – 5 pages photocopies correspondence c. 1940 on Ralph Griffin (1754-1838); spiral bound book “Known Descendants of Ralph Griffin of Jefferson County, Indiana” compiled by Marc L. Griffin, 136 pages. First family project: Ralph Griffin Ancestor of Lee Rogers.

Griffin, William – (contractor and builder) Transcript of newspaper obit 5/17/1879.

Griffith Family – Handwritten page (both sides) from Mrs. Sulzer on three Griffith brothers who came to American from Wales; William, one of these, was her great-grandfather; he settled in Craig Twp, Switzerland Co., in 1817.

Grover Family – Undated newspaper obit for Letitia D. (Sheets) Grover, b. 1816; 2 photocopied pages from Robinson’s History of Green County on Josiah Grover, second Clerk of Courts. (brother in law of John Paul)

Grover, Mary J. Weaver – Sept 24, 1936 newspaper article: Inventions, Discoveries, and Improvements in the Age in Which I Lived, written and collaborated by Mary J. Weaver Grover.

*Guess, Booth, Cosby * – 2 pages e-mails (2001) re family history and burial sites.

Gunter, Frank – Madison Courier article with photographs, 07/22/2002.

Guthrie, Geo. L., M.D. – Small pocket calendar for 1929-1930 with “Geo. L. Guthrie, M.D.” stamped in gold on the cover; brief typed notes on Dr. George Lewis Guthrie (1877-1931).

Guthrie, William A. – (State Senator from Dupont) 2 photocopied pages 5/31/1975: “Guthrie Trail: Road 7 Markers Recall Dupont Conservationist’s Work;” 4 photocopied pages newspaper obit: “Senator W. A. Guthrie Dies at Dupont Home,” 8/16/1936.

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Haigh, Sidney E. – Also see sheet: Crozier Family file; undated photocopy newspaper obit for Sidney E. Haigh.

Halderman, Jeremiah Rogers (1829-1876) – Clipping annotated that Michael Bright’s daughter married Dr. Jeremiah Rogers Halderman; handwritten list of “Log Cabin Boys;” handwritten paragraph about personality of Dr. Halderman; 2 handwritten pages about his life.

Hall Family – 11 pages correspondence and family trees from William Hall b. 1745-60, d. 1844. Includes information on Hankins; 184 page book The Hall Family by Ken and Zenith Hall Sturdivant, with index.

Hand, Diana (Rucker) – 2 photocopied pages newspaper article 7/22/1971: “Diana Rucker Named Queen; Big Crowds Attend 4-H Fair Now In Its Final Three Days.”

Hand, Keith and Doris – Newspaper obit (date of death 1/30/2005) for Keith Hand; funeral thank-you card for Doris M. Barber Hand, d. 6/18/2008.

Hand, Leander – Transcription of 1999 oral history for JPG, 5 pages, interviewee unidentified.

Hankins, Joseph – Photocopy deed record ; 4 photocopied pages 1837 indenture; 2 photocopied pages 1837 indenture; research request sheet (includes Griffin); 235 pages on Joseph Scott family by Robert Scott in his digital history folder.

Hans, Peggy – Madison Courier article, 05/13/2000

Hardenbrook Family – (Military History of Relatives)Notebook (23 pages) “Family Veterans” by Frank C. Lorey, Jr., with cover letter; other families include Clapp, Van Horn, Ledgerwood; Lorey, Dykhuizen; McAtee.

Hardy, A. L. – Letter dated 11/25/1859 from Union Church, ?; letter from Julia Bloche to L. Hardy; letter to Arba Hardy on marriage and the difference between the sexes; 1868 letter to son and daughter; 1853 letter from CP & MS Scott; 1851 letter from Melissa Branson;

Hare, Dr. Frank – Newspaper article 8/22/1992 “Dr. Frank Hare remembers early days in Madison.”

Hargan, James – Bound book containing work by three poets including James Hargan, 1979; 3 letters from James Hargan to Henry Moore c. 1980 reminiscing about Madison; cover note from Carolyn Cofield Neal.

Hargis, Carleton Family (Stourton and Geile) – Dupont Water Co. certificate; 1972-73 Eastern Star program; Declaration of Intention for Fred Stourton (1880); list of names and address (may be Drusilla Home); Flanders Field poem from newspaper; newspaper item of MHS Class of 1933 50th reunion; 5 WWII ration books; postcards: Fordon School in Wales, Your Flag and My Flag poem, 1932 notice from Prudential Insurance Company; 1934 KDH receipt for Mrs. Kate Geile; 1938 death claim policy receipt from Margaret Hargis for Fred Stourton; 1931 obit and Gans Funeral Home receipt for Margaret Stourton; 1935 Haigh Funeral Home receipt for Kate G. Geile; 1938 Haigh Funeral Home receipt for Frederick T. Stourton; 1953 obit for Charles Geile; 1938 KDH receipts for Fred Stourton; cough syrup formula; poem from Charles to Margaret; handwritten poem; personal letters mostly (all?) from Wales, dates range from 1875 through WWII. Letters broken into groups by recipient: son, brother, Kate, Margaret. Those written during WWII have censor’s stamp; misc. empty envelopes, partial letters, etc.“Also see” sheet: subject files: Organizations: hospitals and nursing homes – Drusilla Home.local history: other towns: Dupont.

Harper Family – 4 pages photocopies from handwritten Family Record starting with George Harper b. Scotland 1796; photocopy 1927 letter from Melissa Harper McKee to John Harper; 16 pages spiral bound Harper Genealogy from Alexander Harper b. 1792 and Isabella Wilson Harper b. 1800.

Harper, George R. (1847-?) & father – Handwritten cover sheet; spiral bound “Diary of George R. Harper 1867-1868” (JCHS) marked “DO NOT COPY”; spiral bound photocopies “George Harper’s Account Book 1859-1898; 1813 document re George Harper finishing indenture; original and transcription of indenture papers.

Harper, George F. – (Madison mayor 1910-1914) 4 page handwritten letter from Minnie Jines, 1910; handwritten letter concerning Order of Red Men; 3 page handwritten letter from Minnie Jines, 1911; 3 page handwritten letter, 1910, concerning Harper family.

Harper, J.E.C.F. – (owner, Harper Drug Store) Photocopy newspaper obit, undated but probably 1907.

Harrell Family – 2 copies 52 page booklet “The Harrell/Voris Family,” 1992, produced by Ron Harrell, Oshkosh, WI; 2 photocopies newspaper story “(Jean) Harrell named Sweet Adeline of the Year,” 1994; Over Fifty Magazine, March, 1999: “Indiana’s Outstanding Older Worker Mr. Bob Harrell;” spiral bound book “Echoes of Harbert’s Creek,” Margaret Jean Spicer Harrell, 1993, 92 pages. ; Rosilind, Madison Courier article, 08/24/2001; newspaper story 7/15/2009 “The Queen of Harmony” (Jean Harrell); ); photocopy newspaper obit 6/12/2010, Jean Harrell.

Harrington, Henry W. – (lawyer, 1860s) bank account book Bound, imprinted Deposit Book, National Branch Bank of Madison: account records 1867; also 1919 handrwritten History of Installation of Hot Water Heater.

Harris, Chapman – 1858 legal paper re work on a stone wall; photocopy 1880 newspaper story re memories of Chapman Harris and the underground railroad.

Harrison, Benjamin – Political Campaign letter 1886 on United States Senate letterhead; newspaper article “Grandson Visits Harrison Home,” 4/28/81.

Harrison, Christopher – (1st Lt. Gov. of Indiana) Handwritten letter to David McClure 1821 re 1815 book in handwriting of John Paul; photocopy biographical sketch of Christopher Harrison with note: photo of Harrison is in photo collection; typed page “Distinguished Men of the County: Christopher Harrison.”

Harrison, E. Myers – (Madison native & author) 3 printed booklets of poetry: In Mother Wood’s Big House, Joy Bells, and Mother O’ Mine And Other Poems.

Haumesser, Johann – 3 typed pages Haumesser genealogy; photocopy marriage license John Yankowski and Barbara Haumesser 1868; photocopy 1996 letter to George Miller from Connie Kuriyama re Johnston Brown b. 1760; family tree from Jean Baptiste Haumesser to David Kuriyama; 2 pages family info to Constance Brown Kuriyama; 3 photocopied pages documents and explanation re Johann Konrad Ochs.

Hawkins, Elizabeth – 2001 thank you note for get well wishes.

Hays, Dr. Adam – 2 typed legal pages of biography, heavily edited.

Hays, Charles, Dr. – 3 handwritten pages about Dr. Hayes on paper stamped 190_, Office of L. J. Woollen, Auditor Switzerland County.

Heberhart/Hill – Photograph of woman in uniform (“American Relief for France”) to Mrs. Johnson (Laurie Johnson’s mother) from the Heberharts. Note also says related to Birl and Marge Hill.

Heberhart, Family: Francis C., Charles Sr., William G., Mary, Emma, Charles Jr. – See Manuscript Collection MC-0039, which includes: Biographical sketch of Charles Heberhart (son of Francis Charles Heberhart and father of Marge Hill), author of “They Say and Do in the Country,” from Indiana History Bulletin, 1944; photocopy newspaper obit Francis Charles Heberhart, 2/22/1902; photocopy newspaper obit Mary Heberhart, 3/9/1933; tiny autograph book belonging to C. E. Heberhart; Spiral bound transcription of Wm. G. Heberhart (age 15) 1874 diary, 9 pages; 2 pages photocopy newspaper article “Will Heberhart’s Wheel: A Ride of 256 Miles is 28 Hours”, 7/16/1888; 3 copies photocopied newspaper obit, W. G. Heberhart, 6/18/1932.

Heitz Family – Photocopy newspaper obit John A. Heitz, 1940.

Helm, Emilie Todd – Copy of letter from Emilie to Benjamin Franklin McCawley

Henderson, Bill – Madison Courier article, 05/25/2002

Hendricks, Josiah – b. 1825 1 page handwritten biography.

Hendricks, Thomas Andrews – (Gov. Of Indiana – 1870s) Photocopy newspaper biographical sketch, undated; 2 pages from Indiana Historical Bureau: biographical sketch with portrait; e-mail concerning book The Governors of Indiana and Hendricks.

Hendricks, William & Ann Paul (Also Stewart, Carey, Talbott, Paul, Cravens, Harper, Grover, Crawford) – Tiny card with several signatures; Also see sheet: Original marriage license for William Hendricks & Ann Paul is filed in Government Record Series GC-02 (carton #9); 2 pages (4 sides) handwritten genealogical information from Abigail Pullen Hendricks b. 1813, signed C. H. M.; 2 pages (3 sides) handwritten genealogical information; 6 typed pages “Hendricks-Porter-Griffin Home, Corydon, Indiana”; typed transcription Talbott deed record, 1835; 1 page (2 sides) brief handwritten 1850 census notes re Grover; transcription William Hendricks deed record 1833; 5 typed pages William Hendricks from Madison Courier Centennial issue, 8/10/1959; 7 pages handwritten notes on many families; letter from Deputy Clerk Decatur Circuit Court re Hendricks 19th c. marriage records; 2 typed pages rte Abraham Hendricks, etc.; 2 partial typed pages re John Crawford; 2 typed pages “Governor William Hendricks”; small handwritten note re William Hendricks; 1834 document re 1812 war death; Indianapolis Star article 5/5/1964: “Governor’s Choice – Ann Paul Hendricks: Shy First Lady Left Behind Little Historical Record of Herself.”

Hendricks, John Abram – Memoriam piece with photos for Col. John Abram Hendricks, son of William Hendricks and Ann Paul, died in Civil War, 1862; photocopy of “In Memory of his great grandfather” 1964.

Hennessy, W. D. – Also see sheet: MC-0063 William Hennessy Family Letters and Papers; MC-0105 Hennessy Family Collection.

Henry, Charles – Photocopy 2 newspaper obits 6/30/1920.

Hensler Family Newspaper article 9/21/1999; “Preserving the Hensler Heritage.”

Hensley, Joe – (author & judge) Newspaper article: “Madison’s Mystery Writer,” RoundAbout Madison, Oct 3003; photocopy newspaper obit, Aug 29, 2007.

Herbst, Elizabeth – Two autograph albums, circa 1886, 1910,

Hierlmeier, Marvin – Newspaper article, Aug 19, 1998: “Man’s pet offers welcome therapy.”

Hill, Diane Madison Courier articles, 05/15/2000 and 06/12/2002

Hill, James – “Also see” sheet: MC-0085 Firth-Hill Collection; 5 pages photocopied typescript “Sketch of James Hill” obit in Madison Courier Oct 12, 1912; three pages photocopied newspaper obits.

Hill, John & Family (Hell) – Typed photocopy of family prose history (John Hell and Catharine Mueller, m. 1819) copied from Louis Munier; 10 pages family trees and lists; 4 pages Descendants of John P. (Hill) Hell through 6 generations.

Hill, Miss Mary – Undated newspaper obit and editorial on the death of Miss Mary Hill.

Hill, Mary Lou and Fred – Transcript of interview by Mike Moore, May, 2007, re baby sitting at JPG and 1974 Madison tornado; funeral handouts for Charles Frederick Hill, 10/9/1925 – 6/9/2011.

Hillis, William Sr. – (Revolutionary War veteran) Two pages photocopy family history and descendants list; two pages newspaper photocopies about ceremony to honor his memory Sept 1998.

Hinds Family (Elbert, Francis, & Howard – father of Elbert) – Undated newspaper obit Mrs. Hazel Hinds (wife of Howard); newspaper photo Elbert Hinds speaking at Eleutherian College, Sept 22, 2003; 2 pages photocopies Farm Record Book, 1919; one page typed family history, with references to Jefferson County deed records; 1 page Planters’ Loose Leaf Tobacco Warehouse receipt, 1919.

Hines, Frank – Bound ledger with journal, financial records: 1891 – 1921.

Hines, Opal Lanham – Undated newspaper funeral notice (April 2003).

Hitz Family – descendents of Stephen Hitz – Also see sheet: Photograph album PA-021 contains photos of Hitz & Leland families; spiral bound: “Genealogical Record – The Descendents of Stephen Hitz Born: August 16, 1814 – Berne, Germany, Died March 29, 1883 – near Madison, Indiana, and Margaretha Arnold Born June 4, 1815 – Berne, Germany, Died June 14, 1894, near Madison, Indiana; photocopy undated newspaper article “Pistols Down Jerry Plane;” photocopy 1846 intention to take citizenship for Stephen Hitz.

Hitz, Howard – (opera singer from Madison) Photocopy newspaper article, Sept. 14, 1923: “Second St. Paul Singer, Winner of Music Scholarship, in East; Howard Hitz Only One Accepted out of 160 Heard in One Day by Rosing;” photocopy newspaper article, Sept 11, 1923: “Howard Hitz gets Eastman scholarship;” photocopy undated newspaper article: “Howard Hitz To Lead New Church Choir at Asbury;” 8 pages photocopies reviews and articles on career; 3 pages family tree; 2 pages typed obit for Mrs. Jacob Kaag stapled to one page of photocopied performance reminders for Howard Hitz.

Hitz, Henry – Photocopy marriage certificate Henry Hitz and Emma Eitel; marriage license Oct 24, 1894.

Hitz, Lewis E. – Newspaper obit undated “L. E. Hitz, Florist, Dies, Funeral Sunday; newspaper article undated “Hitz will probated – Personal Property of Florist Estimated at $100,000.”

Hoagland Family – (Hunters Bottom, Kentucky) Five page essay by Diane Perrine Coon “The Hoagland Family of Hunter’s Bottom,” with sources list.

Hoard, Greg “Mud” – Photocopy undated newspaper article on nicknames of Madison people.

Hodges, Willis – Handwritten remembrance and history glued to file folder; also check to Dr. Willis Hodges dated May 8, 1943; funeral card dated Oct 10, 1860.

Hoefling, Carl – Newspaper article 12/7/1974 “Carl Hoefling, barber, remembers early years”.

Hoefling, Mary – Community Foundation of Madison and Jefferson County 2001 Annual Report: “Making a Difference – Mary Hoefling.

Hoffman, Bob and Lucille Lyon – Madison Courier articles; Bob, 02/13/2002; Lucille obituary, 03/06/2002

Hoffstadt Family (Etta, Juliet, Rachael, et al.) – See Manuscript Collection MC-0072.

Hoggatt, Ruth & Brad – Newspaper article Dec 24, 1987: “Holidays ‘special’ at shelter.”

Holliday, John H. – (Civil War Reminiscences) Spiral bound book “”One Hundred Days of War’, Civil War Reminiscences of J. H. Holliday, 31 pages.

Hollis, Kimm – Madison Courier article with photograph, 11/06/1999

Holt, Charles “Bud” – Madison Courier article, 06/20/2000, WW II experiences

Holt, Molly – Madison Courier article, 12/27/2001.

Holtzman, Louis H. & Merwin R. – (railroad engineers) Newspaper photo undated of L.H. Holtzman in cab of Reuben Wells; 1918-1919 report card for Edward Forrest Holtzman; newspaper photo “Faculty of ‘Prep’”; church program Congregation Adath Israel, May 8, 1960 (Merwin Holtzman, organist); newspaper story Feb 16, 1956: “Madison Hill Is Mainly A Runway for Scenery;” original of newspaper photo of Louis H. Holtzman in train cab, Sept 8, 1954; photocopy photo with note on location of Holtzman home; land deed 1919; carbon copy of two-page letter from Switzerland from Merwin and Helen; bank savings book of Louis H. Holtzman; 3 property tax receipts 1942, 1950, 1951; postcard to Merwin Holtzmann from War Department declaring him fit for service; 1918 hunting license; 1917 registration certificate; Pennsylvania Railroad Roll of Honor card.

Homes, Larry – Newspaper article and printout 2/21/2009: “A Cub Grows Up – Basketball helped young black man navigate his way through tough times.”

Hopper Family – Photocopy of land grant signed by James Madison, 1822; 114 pages from William Hopper by Robert Scott in his digital history file.

Hord-Kinnier – Photocopy newspaper story 2/9/1996: “Jefferson Co. family given Hoosier Homestead honor;” handwritten letter from Kenneth Hord re mentioned article for Smyrna Township exhibit; list of owners of Kinnier-Hord Family Farm; photocopy deed to farm signed by Michael Kinnier; 10 typed pages entitled The Kinnears; photocopy 1814 land grant to Michael Kinnier signed by James Madison; photocopy 2 typed pages Kinnear Family History; photocopy page from Rockbridge County marriages showing Michael Kinear and Elizabeth Campbell 9/19/1786; photocopy Fauquier County Virginia marriage records showing James Kinnear and Patty Harris 3/16/1808; photocopy newspaper obit Campbell Kinnear 10/6/1914 (?); 3 pages photocopies from James Kinnear family Bible.

Horton, Ronald N. – Business card for Ronald N. Horton, chief examiner for Securities Commission State of Indiana; photocopy newspaper editorial on death of Ronald Horton 4/18/1952; photocopy undated newspaper article “Motor Crash takes life of R. N. Horton;” photocopy honorable discharge from US Army for Ronald N. Horton 1918; photocopy order of induction into military service for Ronald Nathan Horton 1918; accession worksheet for items V902803 and V902802 photos re Ronald N. Horton.

Horuff, Nicholas & Theresa – One page photocopy containing 2 newspaper stories: “1863-1913 Golden Wedding”: Nicholas and Theresa Wehrle; obit of Nicholas Horuff; undated.

Housefield, John Richard – Two pages notes gathered by John and Minnie Housefield, Jun 1958;

Howe, Silas Q. – Photocopy of newspaper obit, Jan 1, 1906.

Howes (House) Family – Two pages 2004 letter from Boyd Powell with family info; 8 pages Family Group Records; 1 page pedigree chart; also see sheet: Fauna Mihalko Collection William Hall file.

Howes, John – Two pages glued to file folder: 1817 bill; 1906 letter re sketch of Dr. John Howes.

Hoying, Fred – (Jefferson County judge) Photocopy 2 page newspaper article, Mar 4, 2006: “Judge Fred Hoying celebrates 30 years on the bench.”

Hoyt, Lyman – Newspaper article Sept 30, 2003: “An Incredible Story: Lyman Hoyt and his family left a hint of what life was like in southern Indiana 160 years ago.”

Hoyt, William and Family – 4 pages photocopies of carbon copies of 1954 correspondence re Hoyt family; 4 typed pages of photocopies of carbons with Hoyt information: census records, early newspaper articles, deeds, etc.; 4 typed pages written by Lois Hoyt, b. 12/16, 1844, re her family; 2 typed pages written by Lois Hoyt re community of Lancaster; 2 typed pages written by Lois Hoyt from letter re community history.

Hubbard, Harlan – Two pages photocopied from Hanover Quarterly: “Plain living, high thinking – Group continues legacy of Harlan and Anna Hubbard;” RoundAbout Madison January 2000: Harlan Hubbard: Centennial Celebration;” undated newpaper article “Harlan Hubbard: The Infinite Vision;” press release “Harlan Hubbard Exhibit to Open;” 2 pages unattributed photocopy “An attempt to describe suitably Harlan Hubbard’s life and work . . . .”; RoundAbout articles, 05/2000, 06/2000, and 08/2000.

Hubbs – Oglesby – Also see sheet: Manuscript collection MC-0080 Tier 3 – Shelf 7 (200 letters 1864-1874 from Horace Hubbs to his mother, death, birth, and marriage certificates, school programs, etc.).

Huber, Jane Parker – Newspaper obit 11/17/2008; newspaper mortuary obit 11/19/2008.

Hudson, Bob – Madison Courier article, 01/01/2000

Hughes Family – Nine pages “History of the Hughes Family,” compiled 1903-1904 by Iva Boles.

Hughs, A. S. – Letter from Rich. Morris to Chiswell Dabney regarding land owned and financial issue re: Hughs

Hughs, Bob – RoundAbout article, 07/2000.

Humes, Howard – Madison Courier obituary, 11/07/2001

Humphreys/Humphries – See Jameson, Thomas & Family

Huntington, Al – (Madison mayor) Newspaper article Dec 5, 2007: “Despite critics, Madison mayor made quite a mark;” newspaper article Dec 13, 2007: “Community members thank Huntington for 13 years as mayor;” newspaper article Nov 7, 2007: “Armstrong defeats Huntington.” Newspaper articles on Mapping Project, 08/2002; newspaper article 6/6/2009: “Display tells story of Madison’s history.”

Hutchings, W. D. Dr. – Wedding invitation Agnes Hutchings to John Zulauf; 6 pages death records in the medical files of Dr. William D. Hutchings, M.D.; photocopy newspaper obit, Apr 2, 1903; photocopy 1910 bill to Dr. Hutchings from James Peddie; Madison Courier article, 01/01/2000.

Hutsell, Bloomfield – Three tax receipts 1864, 1870; 1900; Four property deeds, 1863, 1858, 1870, 1856.

Hyden, James Daniel – (1974-1956) Newspaper article June 27, 1986: “Missing picture may be in Madison area” – Family of Janes Daniel Hyden, Sr., is trying to local this picture of him . . .”

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Imel Family – 4 photocopied pages (2 typed and 2 handwritten): “The History of the Imels of Bee Camp Road, Jefferson County, Indiana.”

Imel, Ronald Gene – Madison Courier news article and obituary, 03/14 and 15/2001

Ireland, Robinson “Bob” – Photocopy of newspaper story 4/6/1936: “Madison – and “Bob” Ireland.”

Irwin Family – Photocopy of reprint of newspaper article Jan 23, 1948: “Irwin Family Has Held Farm Near Century:’ photocopy of reprint of newspaper article Mar 1, 1977: “Mrs. Heck gets Homestead Award;” 7 pages ancestor charts to Catherine Ruth Irwin.

J—J—J

Jackson, Max E. – Obituary, 10/22/2001

Jacobs, Jane – Photocopy of newspaper article Jan 28, 1999: “Jacobs gets Community Service Award.”

Jacobs, Nancy Craig – Madison Courier article, 01/05/2002

Jameson, Thomas & Family (also Moore & Humphreys) – Typed paragraph re Patrick H. Jameson b. Apr 18, 1824; spiral bound book “Family History of Thomas Jameson, William P. Moore, William Humphries and descendants” compiled by Rev. David McDonald, 2001, approx 50 pages; ten pages handwritten notes Aug 20, 48.

Jamison Family – “Jamison Family” compiled by Robert Scott; 23 pages; 2 original sale posters on newsprint, 1867 and 1874.

Jefferson, Thomas – Photocopy US News & World Report Nov 9, 2998: “Jefferson and Sally,” 7 pages; photocopy “Nature:”Jefferson fathered slave’s last child,” 3 pages; Smithsonian, Nov 2004: “Lies! Slander! Trickery! The Election of 1800: Jefferson Wins by a Whisker;”
;” 4 pages typed research by Bob Thomas on Jefferson’s life.

Jeffrey, Edward – “Hoosier Episodes” by Edward Jeffrey, 4 pages, published in Apr 1989 issue of JCHS newsletter (with photo)

Jenkins, Betty – 10/7/1935 newspaper story about family Bible dating back to 1828, when the family was enslaved.

Jenkins, Ellsworth (Deacon) – Photocopy newspaper article 3/6/78: “’Deacon’ Jenkins, well-known here, dies at age 75;” photocopy of photo.

Jenkins, Ike & Family – 3 pages typed memories of Ike Jenkins 5/20/2008.

Jessup Family – Photocopy of warranty deed Aug 24, 1926.

Jines (Moss) – Photocopy circular family chart from Jacob Jines b, 1775 MD; typed history with sources from Charlene Maloney, 6 pages; typed obit for Charles Ross Jines, d. June 19, 2005; letter from Meredith Gregg to Ronnie Moss, Nov 12, 1993, re Jinestown, etc; “Family History Update, July, 1994, Jines,” 6 pages; handwritten notes, 4 pages.

Johnson, Mary E. – Madison Courier article, 01/01/2000

Johnson, Lyndon – (Hebron Church) Indianapolis Star Magazine, Dec 3, 1967: “President Johnson’s Hoosier Ancestors.”

Johnson, Richard – Photocopy of newspaper obit, Mar 29, 1909: “Remains of Richard Johnson Laid to Rest in Springdale Cemetery;” photocopy of newspaper article, Apr 6, 1909: “The Will of Richard Johnson”; original undated newspaper obit: “Mr. Richard Johnson, Madison’s Greatest Friend Dead – Pneumonia the Cause;” one page photocopy RICHARD JOHNSON from Memoirs of the Lower Ohio Valley, Vol. 1 – 1905; photocopy of newspaper article 3/17/1892: Richard Johnson – he lands in New York on St. Patrick’s Day, 43 years ago.”; photocopy newspaper obit 3/25/1909; 2 pages photocopies re second marriage of Richard Johnson to Jennie Vawter Wright; family tree from Richard Johnson;

Johnson Family (descendents of Richard Johnson) – Family tree from Richard Johnson; eight pages photocopies of photographs of Johnson grave stones; photocopy of newspaper article 2/23/1946: “Heart Attack Fatal To Richard Johnson;” photocopy newspaper article 1/3/1975: “Richard M. Johnson will retire Jan. 10;” photocopy Richard Mathias Johnson obit, 8/29/1997; photocopy newspaper article 12/30/1974: :Johnsons give land to City;” photocopy newspaper obit 1/27/1953: Death Claims Albert Johnson After Illness;” photocopy newspaper obit Lydia Johnson, died 8/1/1887, infant; photocopy newspaper obit 5/9/1898: Mrs. Richard Johnson A Patient Sufferer Enters Into Rest;” photocopy newspaper obit 12/16/1980: Louise Johnson; photocopy newspaper obit 5/6/1936: Mr. Wm. J. Johnson dead: Life Long Resident of This City Succumbs to Heart Attack;: photocopy newspaper obit 3/23/1953: Mrs. Johnson Succumbs to Long Illness (Ida Greiner Johnson); photocopy newspaper obit 6/27/1938: David Johnson dead: Prominent Madison Businessman Died After Long Illness;” photocopy newspaper obit 1/25/1968: Mrs. Mildred J[ohnson] Davidson; 5 pages photocopies newspaper stories John Johnson: obits 8/21/1899; marriage to Laura Kunkler, 10/29/1885; 3 pages photocopied newspaper stories William James Johnson: obit 9/18/1918, marriage to Ida Greiner 7/28/1886, society event 2/20/1886; 4 pages photocopied newspaper obits 11/10/1920: Close of a beautiful life: Miss Annie Johnson Passes Away After Critical Illness of Only a Few Days; photocopy Inventory of the Personal Estate of Richard Johnson, deceased, Number One (3 legal pages); photocopy Inventory of the Personal Estate of Richard Johnson, deceased, Number Two (4 legal pages). Note: JCHS Photo Collection holds over 150 Johnson Family photographs.

Johnson, Tilford – 2 letters from Tilford Johnson to Herman Cull, Jan. 11, 1945 (Tilford was fighting in Germany); letter from Herman Cull to Tilford Johnson Jan. 21, 1945 (Returned because Tilford has been killed).

Johnston – Wilson – Moon Families – Cover letter with four family sets: Nathaniel Moon and Roxanna Moon, m. Oct 5, 1811, 2 pages; Clifton Orteroad Johnston and Mary Moon, m. Jan 24, 1832, 3 pages; Fountaine Johnston and Winnifred Hix Moon, m. Jan 22, 1839, 10 pages; James Wilson and Sarah Ann Moon, m. Sep 23, 1841, 25 pages.

Jones Family – Spiral bound Jones Family Genealogy from William Jones b. 1816 and Elizabeth Wilson b. 1828 compiled by Mary Ellen Jones Munier.

Jones, David – (Monroe Township School teacher) “Also see” sheet: JPG Carton #2 (Schools), MC-0014; 2 handwritten letters 1923 in response to request for biography of David Jones.

Jones, Dorothy – Newspaper article 6/16/1969: “Mrs. Jones Chronicles River Tragedy;” newspaper article 6/4/2008: “all for a love of History;” photocopy undated newspaper wedding announcement for Marsh B. Jones and Marci L. Auxier.

Jordan Family – Handwritten summary of Witney Oxon, Parish Church Register Books examined from 1551-1750, six pages.

Joyce, Elijah – Newsprint copy “Uncle Sam will give big prizes: Rich Reservation of the Shoshones Soon to be Thrown Open;” letter Aug 4, 1906, granting discharge to Elijah Joyce; cloth envelope to Elijah Joyce, Brooksburg, 1906; newspaper articles from Fremont Republican, Lander, Wyoming, July 28, 1906, re drawing for Indian land.

K—K—K

Kahl, Kurt – Newspaper article, 08/03/2002

Kahn, John – Naturalization certificate, Oct 12, 1852.

Kasper, Charles – Madison Courier article, 01/21/2000

Kasper, Jacob J. – (1851-1929) 2 pages “Research into life of Jacob Joseph Kasper Apr. 1851-1929; photocopy photo of J. J. Kasper; 6 pages photographs of Kasper-related buildings from JCHS collections.

Kavanaugh-Bear, Sophia Elizabeth – Spiral bound book “Lineage of Sophia Elizabeth Kavanaugh-Bear,” compiled by Sophia Elizabeth Bear-Sherlock, 1929, approx 100 pages.

Keller, Harry C. & Elizabeth – Newspaper article, July 27, 1994: “Keller turns 92, celebrates family history;” newspaper article with photo, Sept 15, 1995: “Kellers to celebrate 65 years of marriage;” newspaper article, July 28, 1994: “On 92nd birthday, Harry Keller looks happily ahead;” newspaper obit Dec 22, 1997: Elizabeth Keller; typed transcript of oral history tape, 6 pages.

Kennerly Family – 1841 and 1842 letters to “Sister,” Mrs. Amanda Hennerly.

Kernen, Robert and June – Newspaper photo, 50th anniversary, 11/28/2001.

Kepsy, George – (land transfer from John Woodfill) Photocopies warranty deeds 1880, 1912; typed descent page for George Kepsey b. 1820; 6 report cards 1877-1880 for Johnnie and Katie Kepsey.

Kessler, William E. – Newspaper obituary, 03/17/2001.

Kessler, William Leland – Photocopy newspaper obit and funeral card for William Leland Kessler 1/7/1934-8/5/2005.

Kessler, William W. – 5 pages photocopies 1908 mortgage George E. and Maggie T. Kessler to William W. Kessler; photocopies 2 oversized pages farm insurance policy for Wm. Kessler.

Kimberlin Family (also Stonehouse) – Also see sheet: Journals & Diaries Coll. JL-0007 (Carrie Kimberlin diary), digital photo album PA-025; area map with family sites marked; family sheet for John Napolean Kimberlin b. 1822; 4 page printout from RootsWeb.com on Stenhouse; 2 pages transcription of letters to an from Carrie Kimberlin; 11 pages photocopies of originals of transcribed letters; family group sheet on William Franklin Kimberlin b. 1849; photocopy newspaper obits A. E. Stonehouse and Cynthia Kimberlin (sister of A. E. Stonehouse) 4/21/1920; photocopy undated newspaper obit William F. Kimberlin; 3 pages photocopies of Horner/Kimberlin headstones at New Bethel Church Cemetery.

Kinder, Aleeta – Newspaper article, 01/01/2000

King, Delbert O. – Madison Courier article, 01/01/2000

King, Donald – (King Museum) Newspaper article Indiana Weekly Nov 13, 1996: “King Museum outside Madison a tribute to owner’s creativity;” special section from Madison Courier, Jan 16, 2003: :Them Ugly Hands of Mine.”

King, Edgar Culver – Photocopies of photos, including David Graham Phillips house, where he lived; research request sheet with info.

King, John Lyle – (1823-1892), (Madison lawyer) “Also see” sheet: diary transcript in Elizabeth Weinberg collection; spiral bound transcript, “John Lyle King Diaries, 1842-1879,” 36 pages; photocopy newspaper obit, undated; “John Lyle King, Trouting on the Brule River, 1879;: Photocopy “The Poems of Eugene Field,” 1913: “A Dream of “Springtime;” typescript from John Lyle King diaries, beginning Dec 3, 1849, maybe 25 pages; 2 page (4 sides) letter and envelope beginning with death and funeral of Rufus King.

Kirgan, Frank – Photocopy and originals of two newspaper obits: “Frank Kirgan Heart Victim,” July 22, 1952; “Kirgan Rites Will Be Held Here Thursday,” July 23, 1952.

Kirk, John – (1812- ) 1 page typed biography, edited.

Kirk, Captain William A. – Photocopy of newspaper obit, Aug 2, 1916: Captain William A. Kirk, Native Madisonian and Prominent Contractor Expires at His Home in this City.”

Kirkindall Family (also Douglass, Job, Winterstein) – Photocopy 3 typed pages from John Coykendall, b. 10/29/1791; photocopy 1839 marriage license William Kikindall and Elizabeth ?; photocopy newspaper obit W. B. O. Kikendall, 12/17/1897; photocopy newspaper obit Mrs. W. B. Kikendall, 12/17/1895; typed page from History of Cass County, Illinois: John L. Douglas, B. 6/3/1823, son of Asabel and Jane (Kikendall) Douglass; photocopy photograph Mary Elizabeth Kikendall m. Columbus Franklin Conover 1875; photocopy consent to marry signed by D. Jobe; typed page from History of Cass County, Illinois: William B. Douglas, b. 7/1/1827, m. Mary Virginia Job.

Kirkwood, Hugh – 4 pages by Robert Scott from Hugh Kirkwood, b. 1786.

Kitchens, Guy – Madison Courier articles, 04/27 and 28/2000

Kittle, Roger and Eileen – Newspaper article with photograph, 50th anniversary, 06/08/2002

Klingner, Augustus – Original of naturalization paper from Jefferson Circuit Court, 10/6/1843.

Klopp, Edward and Mary Lue – Madison Courier article with photograph, 50th anniversary, 11/02/2001

Knoble, Lou – Madison Courier article, 01/01/2000; RoundAbout article, no date.

Knoebel, Frank (“Forgotten Valor” by Larry L. Pfeiffer – 214 page spiral bound book: Forgotten Valor – the life and death of Patrolman Frank J. Knoebel, Madison Indiana Police Department killed in the line of duty December 30, 1930.

Knouf, Ken – Madison Courier article, 01/01/2000; letter to editor, 01/24/2001

Knox, G. C. – (Horticulturist at Madison State Hospital)[photos] Four panoramic photographs of local area; eight sides handwritten letter 11/5/1969 to the Doctors Modisett about his life and work.

Kremer Family – Photocopy remembrance card for John Kremer, d. 12/19, 1927; photocopy front of envelope to Wm J. Kremer postmarked Oldenburg, Ind. 12/11/1918; photocopies 4 handwritten letters 1892, 1893, 1906, 1918; 10 pages photocopies register of funeral home visitors for Nickloas A. Kremer; 1 photocopied page collage of newspaper obits for Dr. Nicholas A. Kremer; list of Kremer burials in St. Patrick’s cemetery.

Krueger, Gen. Walter – (WWII General) Typed general info page; photocopy Phil Cole column “Madison should honor Gen. Walter Krueger,” 5/5/2003, corrected by Lee Rogers; Ask Jeeves bio of Walter Krueger, 2 pages; photocopy page from 1900 US Census, listing Krueger as stepson of E. C. Schmidt; photocopy newspaper obit Rev. E. C. Schmidt, 3/28/1925; page on Krueger from Generals.dk; two pages (including photo) from website www.ussmissouri.com; 2 pages editorial about Krueger from The History Net, February 2003; 2 pages on Arlington Cemetery burial of Walter Krueger, Jr.; Fourteen 11×17 pages photocopied news stories; 2 pages photocopy newspaper article “Honor for a Hero,” 3/20/2006; typed copy of “Honor for a Hero;” handwritten notes 10/12/98 on Krueger research; letter 10/1/1998 from Thorn Brown re master’s thesis on Walter Krueger with answer from Lee Rogers; 2 pages from Arlington Cemetery on Walter Krueger; 5 more pages photocopied news articles.
1945 letter from Walter Krueger to Thelma Haumesser re Madison interest.

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Lafayette – Nine pages typed “Hero of Two Worlds,” by Fleurette Kitchens, 8/2001; photocopy “They Say and Do in the Country,” by Chas. E. Heberhart; 4/7/1939 (Lafayette at Milton, 1825).

Lakeman, Harold (Peewee) – Newspaper article 10/2/2004 “State recognizes Lakeman’s life of service;” newspaper article 10/20/2004 “Madison mayor’s can-do man honored by state municipal group.”

Lane, Henry Smith – (1811-1881) Founder of Republican Party Five pages excerpt from “The Road to Washington’ on Joanna Elston Lane, note “Lane was a founder of the Republican Party, made nominating speech for Lincoln.”

Langdon, Dr. Oliver M. – 1838 letter from his sister Ruth; printout from Google on O. M. Langdon and his contributions to mental health care.

Lanham, Edna – Five typed pages “Autobiography,” Edna Lanham, 1972; nine pages handwritten by Edna Lanham, “I was born in Shelby Township, Jefferson County, Indiana.”

Lanham, J. W. – (Pastor, Manville church) Photocopy of newspaper article “Half-Century Pastorate;” original in MHS Scrapbook Collection SB-0016.

Lanham, Warren – (Civil War soldier) Photocopy highlighted map of Tennessee; photocopy photograph of Alois Bachman Post 26, GAR, 11/13, 1919, including Warren Lanham; photocopy typed roster of GAR; page of photocopied articles on GAR; four typed pages miscellaneous info on Warren Lanham, with also-see sheet citing Harvey Wiley Family History file, Civil War Diary, and J. H. Holliday Family History file/Civil War Reminiscences; 8 pages Warren Lanham’s Military Service.

Lanier Family – See Lanier Family Collection # MC-0036. Tier 5, Shelf 3 and also Frank Bird Collection # MC-0009- People Files Tier 3, Shelf 13.

Lavelle Family – Photocopy death certificate for Martin Lavelle (father of Nora Lavelle), d. 1893; photocopy grave marker for Nora Lavelle, 1889-1941; photocopy undated newspaper obit for Nora Lavelle; photocopy record of funeral for Nora Lavelle.

Lawrence, Gene and Alberta – Newspaper article with photograph, 50th anniversary, 03/21/2002.

Leach, Rev. Bob and Janis King – Newspaper article with photograph, 40th anniversary, 05/06/2002.

Lee Family – Folder bound book “Lee Family History” November 2006, compiled by Norman K. Lee and Barbara Robison Lee, 28 pages.

Lee, Achilles Richardson – Two pages Family Group Sheet compiled by Ellen Layton Belcher.

Lee, John & Family – Seven pages John Lee, b. 11/18/1816, father of Mary Lee, contributed by Reiley Kidd, M.D., June 2001, with photo and footnotes.

Lee, Lester Coleman – Spiral bound book “Lester Coleman Lee – His Life and His Loves,” (12/6/24-2/23-78), 80 pages.

Lee, Ronald and Debbie Lee Backus – Newspaper article with photograph, 25th anniversary, 05/10/2002

Leinenweber Family – Photocopy Elnora Lehman-Michael Leinenweber wedding portrait, undated.

Leland, Edwin – One page handwritten notes Edwin Leland, daughter Emma Helen m. Wm. Gatewood, KY.

Lemen, Harry – Four typed 8 ½ x 14 pages article by Harry Lemen about photographing Madison’s floods. (Also see Scrapbook Collection SB-10)

Lemen Family (Charles, Myra, Emma), also Ulrey, Hawley, Reidenour) – Gift note from Myra Lemen Davis re photos; photocopy obits of George Alexander and Mrs. Charles Lemen; two pages handwritten notes (from Bible?) on Ulrey family; attorney’s bill to Charles Lemen for estate of Jemima Cabel, May 1, 1928; newspaper obit Emerson Lemen, undated; letter 6/12/1951 from May S. Lemen to Myra; page from Hawley family Bible; undated newspaper story on wedding of Myra Lemen and George Davis; two pages handwritten notes on Jacob Reidenour m. Elizabeth Easterday; Marriott booklet featuring story with photo about Bob Lemen; two letters; assorted visiting cards.

Leming, Ezekiel – Photocopy 87 pages “The Heritage of the Hills” by Nell Whitsit Scott, granddaughter of owner of Leming Peach Orchard (40,000 peach trees) in Trimble County, KY, in 1870. Also filed under Scott, Nell.

Leonard, George – b. 1790 Photocopy with two paragraphs on George Leonard, with handwritten note that he arrived in Madison in 1816.

Leonard, Vernera – 1825 receipt for book bought by Mary Ann H. Leonard; Vernera Leonard’s Cyphering Book, sewn, 1825, 13 double-sided pages; silhouette found in ciphering book; handwritten invitation; handwritten note on rejected marriage proposal; 21 handwritten pages of axioms, etc; handwritten sheet of music; 2 tiny engravings; 2 pages printed couplets.

Lichlyter Family – Undated newspaper obit “Heart Attack Takes Life of Mrs. Lichlyter;” undated newspaper obit “Serve at Funeral” (William D. Lichlyter); 1909 postcard to Mrs. Bertie Lichlyter.

Linigar, Pinnell, Hinchman – Two letters 2/2000 re Liniger, Pinell, Hinchman family history; 2 tiny pages handwritten notes; photocopy A Short History of the Pinnell Family from the xvi Century to 1903-7 by Nancy A. Pineell and H. E. Pinnell, 1907, 78 pages; 4 pages family group record Isaac Linegar and 1835 travel list.

Livers, Sue – Newspaper article 4/22/2006: “KDH names Livers to head foundation.”

Lloyd, Zephaniah (also Ann Lattimore) – Two pages typed biographical sketch, c. 1888; four pages typed story from newspaper 10/7/1874: “Golden Wedding Zephaniah Lloyd and Ann Lattimore;” includes list of attendees with age, nativity, and year arrived in Indiana.

Lock, Kim – Trial 1987. Newspaper article 10/22/1987: “Police chief gives testimony in murder trial of Kim Lock.”

Lockridge, Charles – Collection of papers and documents when he worked at JPG during World War II from Charles Lockridge, grandfather of Mary Balph: file includes letter from Republican Central Committee; American National Red Cross Card 11/4/1943; letter 9/19/1945 from Lt. Col. B. J. Leon Hirshorn thanking employees for working during WWII; various WWII personnel papers; statement of earnings & deductions; “Your Handbook:” published by the War Department with many photos of female workers; newspaper obits 5/3/1950: Prof. NElson C. Marshall, Volga, and Mrs. Anna Gorgas Powell.

Lodge Family – Also-see sheet: Business: Lodge Brothers Furniture; newspaper editorial 11/27/2000: “The Lodge name will be missed;” photocopy undated obit Caleb T. Lodge, b. 1806; newspaper article 3/2000: “Lodge family name still thrives in downtown Madison;” photocopy obits for James I. Lodge.

Logan, George – Newspaper article 12/28/1979: “Logan’s Point, site of fire, was first claimed in year 1801;” newspaper article 12/27/1979: “Little remains of historic Logan House that featured broad 14-mile river view;” see also sheet: Fauna Mihalko Collect MC-03; handwritten note with George Logan signature; typed copy of newspaper story, 8/9/1897: “Logan Point – A Most Picturesque Spot About Which Hangs a Tradition;” photocopy 1853 guardianship decree (?) for John and Thomas Walker.

Logan, Margaret Harrison – Two pages carbon copy Genealogy of Margaret Harrison Logan (m. Ezekiel Logan 5/22/1797).

Losey, Donald – Three pages typed “The Don Losey Story,” oral history.

Lott, John – Original and photocopy of will of John Lott, 1/26/1825

Lotz Family–Gertz/Reeder – (Hen & Ben Shoes) Photocopy undated newspaper article, “Lotz families were founders of shoe business;” ancestry chart from Caroline Ann and Jane Ellen Reeder; photocopy newspaper obit 4/21/1962 Caroline Gertz Lotz; photocopy handwritten transcription oral history interview with Frieda Lotz Reeder, 1990; photocopy of photograph of “American Boy” picnic 7/8/1908 (Frieda & Ruth Donat out in front); photocopy newspaper obit 4/21/1962 Caroline Gertz Lotz; photocopy newspaper obit 2/9/1939 Ben Lotz; photocopy handwritten sheet (Louis DeCar) re Frieda Lotz; photocopy birth certificate 1/20/1898 Friederike Dorothea Lotz; photocopy Odd Fellows certificate 1890 Benjamin Lotz; photocopy from records of Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, Bethlehem, Pennsylvania for lineage for Heinrich Lotz; photocopy newspaper obit 10/24/1965 Harold Lotz; photocopy newspaper obit 2/9/1939 Benjamin Lotz; photocopy undated newspaper obit Rev. Dr. Benjamin Lotz; photocopy handwritten obit Dr. Benj. Lotz; photocopy two receipts: one to Mrs. Carrie Lotz 12/6/1906 for $23 (half payment on Gertz memorial window), and check from Ernest B. Reeder to Mary E. Heberhart 2/16/1927 for $1875 (pay for house 618 W. Second St.); photocopy lease between Caroline F. Lotz and Louis and Morris Nussbaum of 122 East Main Street, Madison 8/11/1955.

Lugar, Sen. Richard – Newspaper article 5/2/1996:”Lugar becomes state’s longest-serving senator;” photocopy of undated letter from Lee Rogers to Sen. Lugar; 2-sided 8 ½ x 14 handout on Sen. Lugar; 15 page media release “Lugar achieves Hoosier record for longest service in Senate;” letters regarding info from Sen. Lugar.

Luke, Norma Haas Henry – Newspaper article 8/21/2008: “Bad times help her appreciate good times. Also see Library Collection: Recollections by Ormana 929.2 ORM

Lyon, Harry – 1906 spelling book and test on material by Harry Lyons.

Lyon, Jonathan (also Christopher Harrison) – Two pages letter 2/23/1911 to Miss Cravens re history of Jonathan Lyons and Christopher Harrison from E. W. Manaugh.

Lytle Family – Election ads; photocopy partial newspaper article 7/8/2000: “Lytle turned election-night attention to relatives’ races.” ;” Madison Courier articles on Markt A. Lytle, 01/01/2000. 02/02/2000, 01/12/2001, 01/28/2002, 02/19/2002, 02/20/2002, 02/28/2002, 07/24/2002; Madison Courier article on Andy Lytle, /03/29/2002, “”Tasting Success.” Young Entrepreneur of the Year.”

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McCauley, Philip W. – Madison Courier article, 01/01/2000

McClure Family – 3 pages e-mail and letter from Claudia McClure-Keyes re family history; 1 page typed “Biography of The Jonathan McClure Family of Madison, Indiana;” also see sheet: MC-0035 McClure Family Papers, MC-03 Fauna Mihalko Collection McClure file; McClure family photos from Claudia McClure-Keyes; typed page marked “McClure file” showing Hs from listing of residents(?); newspaper photo 8/2/1985 Emmet McClure and long-lost half-sisters; Certificate of Transfer and photo Sallie McClure; 1855 telegram Dr. W. J. McClure; two page printout: Robert Alexis McClure World War II Called the “Forgotten Father of US Army Special Warfare;” 23 pages entitled “Jamison Family” compiled by Bob Scott.

McClure, David – One page handwritten re David McClure, arrived Madison with his family 1816.

McCormick, Jim – Madison Courier article, 01/01/2000

McFarland, William and Patterson, Samuel – Spiral bound book: McFarland and Patterson – Soldiers, Surveyors, Settlers and Statesmen of the Northwest Territory (Ohio and Indiana) by Suzanne Skelly 2009. Accession #2009.45.

McGlasson, Albert – Photocopy of photograph of 410 West Second St, (E.O. Muncie House) – Albert Carrie Kott Myer McGlasson, born 1873.

McGregor, James & Family – Photocopy death certificate for James McGregor, 8/31/1899; 3 page letter 7/15/2005 from Melody Ann MacGregor with family speculation and 8 pages back-up material; e-mail response to letter.

McKay Family – Photocopy 6 page handwritten letter 1968 to Mr. and Mrs. Marsh Jones from The McKays, W. R. McKay; photocopy undated newspaper photo of Ray and Roy McKay, oldest descendants of Isaac McKay.

McKeand, Anna Marie (also Vancleave) – Compact disk: Ancesters of Anna Marie McKeand – Elliott- Gould; spiral bound book “Ancesters of Anna Marie McKeand”, compiled by Robert McKeand, 35 pages. (Photos)

McKim, Robert – Bound book: In Memoriam Robert McKim – born May 25, 1816; died May 9, 1887, 82 pages; object worksheet for bound book; 2 pages bad photocopy Robert McKim obit, 5/12/1887; blow up of drawing of McKim residence and observatory from 1887 bird’s eye view of Madison; photocopy of page from Glimpses of Hanover’s Past concerned Hanover’s use of McKim’s observatory;

McKinney, E. F. – Memorandum Book 1901 – expenses.

McKinney, J. Pearl – Also see sheet: McKinney Family Scrapbooks #1, #2, #3; SB-0008; undated newspaper photo J. Pearl McKinney; 2 pages photocopy newspaper article 10/22/1977: “J. Pearl McKinney to leave many of her books behind.”

McIntyre Family; Price Family; McLain Family – Business card for Ken McLain; Also see sheet: Loose leaf notebook with disk of photos and documents in bookcase with genealogy books.

McLaughlin, Evelyn – Also see sheet: Subject file – Tobacco Day Festival – 1938; 3 pages photocopies of news coverage of 1938 Tobacco Day Festival.

McMannon, Michael – 1866 certification of military service authorizing treasurer of Jefferson County to pay due “bounty” to Andrew McMannon.

McNeel, descendants of James and Jane Arthur McNeel and John and Mary Riddle McNeal – Two large spiral bound notebooks Descendants of James and Jane Arthur McNeel and John and Mary Riddle McNeal, 9 generations, compiled by Ginger Harlow Allen and Jean Robinson Torland, in bookcase with genealogy books.

McPherron, Jessie (m. Miller, William S.) – Handwritten note: McPherron box from bank; high school diploma Owenton, KY, 1924; BS degree Eastern Kentucky State Teachers College, 1937; application to teach in Madison Consolidated Schools, 1963, with envelope; newspaper article on wedding of William S. Miller and Lillian T. Schmidt, 12/26/1981; job description for library assistant; 3 typed pages “Autobiography of Jessie McPherron Miller; graduation certificate Dale Carnegie Courses, 1951; four 8×10 campaign photos; Owenton Graded School certificate, 1920; see also sheet: The Milestone – Eastern Kentucky State Teachers College yearbook 1937, with yearbooks; Alumni News Bulletin, Eastern State Teachers College, 1939; poems and clippings. many original photographs.

McPherron Family – Funeral book for Evra Dawson McPherron; funeral book for William Richard McPherron; Oddfellow Resolution of Respect for W. R. McPherron; marriage license for Richard McPherron and Evra Dawson; Owen County (KY) certificate Common Schools 1920 for Opal McPherron; manila envelope McPherron family photos.

McPherron, Opal – Certificate for education in hospital administration (1942-47); certificates from Dale Carnegie courses 1952-1953; Photographs – childhood, career, retirement.

McQuiston, John Craven – Photocopy summary of military service, etc. Dates: Aug 17, 1823, Madison, Indiana; Feb 22, 1903, Williford, Ark.

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Madison, James – Three photocopied pages from unidentified biographical dictionary; Madison Courier article, 03/16/2001

Mannix, Mary (Mimi) – Madison Courier article, 11/16/2001, the Piggly Wiggly pig lady.

Marquis, Robert/Samuel – 1816 indenture paper for sale of land; court paper signed by John Paul; 8 pages family group sheet for Samuel A. Marquis b. 1761; 2 pages family group sheet for Robert A. Marquis b. 1789.

Marsh, John – Original and photocopy of 1837 invoice for spirits to Joseph Wilson for $19.37.

Marshall, Curtis – Madison Courier article, 01/01/2000

Marshall Family (Thomas K., William C., others) – 1832 letter as Indian agent, appointing person to vaccinate the Potawatamie Indians; bill for $200 for vaccinating Indians; 7 pages descendants chart Thomas K. Marshall (1783); 2 pages family group record Thomas K. Marshall; family group record Robert A. Marshall (1813); 2 pages family group record Columbus W. Marshall (1822); family group record James Bradford Marshall (1849); family group record Robert A. Marshall (1853); family group record Thomas W. Marshall (1856); family group record Thomas W. Marshall (1856) [different from prior]; 2 pages family group record Jesse Winfield Marshall (1859); family group record Columbus H. Marshall (1887); family group record Herb Martin (m. Laverne Marshall, b. c. 1920); family group record Charles W. Stites (1891) (m. Jessie M. Marshall b. 1895); 2 pages family group record Rev. William Carlton Marshall (1864); 2 pages family group record Laymon Robert Marshall (1884); family group record Laymon Robert Marshall, Jr. (1920); family group record Charles Hezekiah Wilson (1883) (m. Mamie Ethel Marshall b. 1886); family group record Herbert Lichlyter (1879) (m. Laura Mabel Marshall b. 1888); family group record Morris Kenneth Tudor (1892) (m. Florence Belle Marshall, b. 1894); three different family group records Rev. William Carlton Marshall (1864); family group record Doctor Rush Varble (1819) (m. Sarah M. Marshall b. 1828); family group record William H. Marshall (1830); photocopy photograph of William C. Marshall family in front of house; 3 pages e-mails from Donald W. Rodeman on search for location of house of William C. Marshall.

Martin, Benjamin – 49 pages about Benjamin Martin m. Nelle Gordin 1798 in Robert Scott digital history folder.

Martin, Luther – (Western Union telegrapher) Transcription of newspaper obit 5/16/1910; photocopy letter to the editor from Richard S. Skidmore debunking telegrapher legend; photocopy political ad including telegrapher legend; photocopy three 1910 newspaper articles re Luther Martin; photocopy 2 page 1983 letter from Peter Woodburn to Gordon Whitney explaining legend and tradition of Martin Community Day; photocopy death certificate Nelson Martin, 1894; photocopy newspaper article 12/5/2007 giving intention of recognizing Martin during bicentennial celebration; photocopy letter to the editor containing Woodburn letter above; photocopy death certificate Luther T. Martin, 5/15/1910; 2 photocopied pages from book “The Longest Raid of the Civil War;” 3 pages photocopy newspaper obit 5/16/1910; 4 pages photocopies from Indiana Genealogist, Sept 2009: “Finding Luther Martin’s Grandfather – Valuable Clues in Newspaper Articles.”

Matthews, John P. – (1838-1922) Civil War 2nd Lt. 3rd Ind Cav. Also see page describing John P. Matthews Civil War diary, 89 pages; 4 pages photocopies typed transcription of 4/25/1863 letter to parents; photocopies of commissions to 1st sergeant and second lieutenant.

Matthews, John Simeon (wife – Olive) – Many receipts, insurance policies, brokerage statements.

Matthews, Joseph R. (wife Blanche) – Receipts – brokerage statements, estate, insurance policies.

Matthews Family – Thomas S. – List of photos in collection: S/Sgt Thomas S. Matthews; Edward Alfred Goley; 2nd Lieutenant John P. Matthews; 2 copies Diary: Trip to Interior of Alaska, Spring of 1898, one with photocopy of photograph: Thomas Matthews in Alaskan Gold Rush; photocopy honorable discharge paper Thomas S. Matthews, Aug 20, 1945.

Mauraeder, Fredrick – [all documents in German] Certificate of citizenship of Margaretha Loy from Haenlingen; account sheet from German National Bank, Oct 4, 1887; report card Apr 3, 1846; 1863 letter; 1859 letter; March 1, 1863 letter from Johann Maueroeder; letter from Johannah Maueroeder; 1883 letter: “Dear Uncle”; letter Georg Maueroeder, metal stamper helper; letter 1855; poems in German; Naturalization paper for Fredrich Mauraeder, March 15, 1857; inscription from tombstone for Fredrich Heueroeder, born May 27, 1855, died May 30, 1855.

Maxwell Family – 1816 receipt for loan of $7.25 to David Maxwell; 1994 cover letter to gift of Maxwell History and Genealogy (1916); thank you letter for gift of book; typed listing of surnames referred to in the Maxwell History and Genealogy, 3 pages.

May, Roberta (Bertie) – Madison Courier article, 04/26/2002, retiring Madison Police Dept. dispatcher.

Means, John – 94 pages from John Means in Robert Scott digital history folder.

Meek, Alexander – (1786-1821) Handwritten notes re organization of Switzerland Co; 1 page typed biography of Alexander Meek (commissioned U.S. Attorney for the First District by President Madison); response to request for info from Indiana State Library, 1968; letter to Virginia Buck 1968 from Rutledge Gish giving Meek history; 4 pages handwritten notes with census data, deed records, 1968 letter from President of Sandusky County (Ohio) Historical Society re Meeks; second page letter from Rutledge Gish; photocopies 7 handwritten pages Buck to Gish; 1968 letter to Mrs. Buck from Cincinnati Public Library re Meeks in the War of 1812; inventory list (books?) for estate of A. Meek; Also see sheet: MC-0018 Masons Carton #1 Newspaper clippings; 2 pages family group record Alexander A. Meek3837 & Martha McCullough(?); photocopied newspaper article Nov 27, 1917: “House 100 years old – Brick Bearing the Name of A. Meek, 1807, Found in Cottage at 108 East Second Street;” photocopy 2 pages from History of Freemasonry on Alexander A. Meek; 3 pages photocopies 1967 letter about Meek family from J. T. Meek.

Meek, Augustus – and Susan Phillips Meek (1874-1956) Cover letter for gift of book; 52 pages Ancestors and Descendants of Augustus Meek (1865-1936) and Susan Gertrude Phillips (1874-1956) of Shelby Township, Jefferson County, Indiana, by Jean Wilson Perney, 1993.

Meek, Fielding B. – 3 page biography.

Merrill, Samuel – (President, M&I Railroad) Carbon of typed transcription of 1846 letter from S. Merrill regarding early train travel

Metzger, George – Photocopy newspaper obit Oct 29, 1910, 2 pages.

Middleton, George – Photocopy 1882 letter in newspaper from George Middleton, “special correspondent to the Star;’ “A Rattling Chicago Letter;” photocopy newspaper article Jan 28, 2996: “Church window sheds light on fascinating life,” 2 pages.

Miller, George – Newspaper obit Aug 3, 2004; George Miller’s Madison Courier business card; newspaper article April 25, 1972: “George Miller Honored As High-Level Educator;” newspaper photo of tree carved by George Miller as a child; 2 pages photocopy newspaper article Aug 14, 2004: “RW remembers a good friend, George Miller.”; Also See: Collection MC-0070

Miller, Robert Harrison (1777-1855) and sons – Also see slightly different version in MC-0070 George Miller from Larry L. Stout; 2 copies spiral bound book “A Sketch of the Lifes of Robert Harrison Miller (1777-1855) and his son Robert Hiller (1837-1921) written by Robert Miller, 1913, 20 pages; floppy disk labeled Robert Harrison Miller Journal and biography; photocopy from Hoosier Journal of Ancestry: Biography of Robert Miller by his son Robert Miller of Beloit Kansas, written 1913, 6 pages.

Miller, W. H. – Also See sheet: subject file/businesses/W.H. Miller & Sons Lumber Co.; photo collection: V002152, V002153, V002155; handwritten note re W. H. Miller obit: Vol. 116 No 281, March 30, 1964; newspaper ad congratulating W. H. Miller on his 100th birthday, August 15, 1958; newspaper story with photo: “W. H. Miller To Cut 100th Birthday Cake,” Aug 15, 1958; newspaper editorial “Congratulations, W. H. Miller,” Aug 15, 1958; newspaper story “W. H. Miller is 104 Today; In Good Health,” Aug 15, 1962.

Mills, Daniel – Newspaper obit Daniel S. Mills 12/7/1974.

Mills, Dwight and Jeanette – Photocopy newspaper obit 6/26/1978; Madison Coourier article, 01/01/2000; Jeanette’s obituary, 01/26/2001

Minor, Kenny – Political article, no date

Mitchell Family – Five page printout “The Mitchell Family History:” James Mitchell, Thomas Mitchell (b. 1777), Daniel K. Mitchell (m. 1823); Keziah Mitchell (b. 1801),

Modisett, Jackson (M.D.) and Dr. Marcella S. – See MC-0099 –Modisett Collection.

Moffatt Family – e-mail from Alice Moffett Starkey arranging visit to JCHS; photocopy photo of house; photocopy sketch of neighborhood, photocopy agreement and contract re installation of city water to properties of Moffett, Augustin, Cravens, Marshall families.

Moloney, John (1852-1923) 8 pages photocopies from Indianapolis Old-Time Printer’s Association, Sep 2003: “Union Printer Pioneers: John Maloney, First Apprentice at The News.”

Moncrief, Abner – Handwritten transcript of 1873 will of Abner Moncrief.

Morrow, Boyce – Madison Courier article, 01/01/2000; papers relating to service in WWI; 1946 photo of Madison Kiwanis Baseball School; 1931 newspaper photograph in baseball uniform; letters from 1930 and 1935 concerning pro baseball career; 1930 pro baseball contract; 1940 letter from Charlie Babuson; newspaper article re baseball all-star team.

Mullen Family – Also see sheet: Crozier Family file; Prenatt Family file; transcript of newspaper obit for Dr. J. W. Mullen, 5/20/1887; 3 pages photocopies from Medical History of Indiana (including Mullen); 3 pages photocopies typed info on Dr. John W. Mullen; 4 pages photocopies from Regimental History on Adjutant Bernard R. Mullen.

Muncie, Emery Ozro – Madison Courier article with photograph, 01/01/2000.

Munier Family – Funeral handout and newspaper obit for Mary Ellen Munier, Oct 2003; Cornerstone Quarterly, November 2003: obit Mary Ellen Munier; newspaper article “He’s the ‘real thing:’ Madison mad [Louis Munier] collects Coca-Cola memorabilia,” Nov 30, 2001; page from JPG Heritage Partnership newsletter, Local Tidbits from History, mentioning Sgt. Charles L. Munier, 1944; photocopy undated newspaper story “Muniers note golden wedding anniversary” with wedding photo; photocopy newspaper article “Retiring milkman! Munier logs final miles,” Jan 30, 1984; photocopies from family history “notebook” compiled by Louis Munier, 34 pages; spiral bound oral history Mary Ellen Munier, 1996, 40 page; 2 pages info on Anna Mary Weber Munier Johnson (includes obit and photo of gravestone); 1 page info on Charles Louis Munier, b. 1919; 1 page info on Lena Elizabeth Munier Cooke, b. 1921.

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Neal Family (Lillian Mae Neal, Brooks, Heath) – Looseleaf book compiled 1999 by Margaret Pecar Fallone, descendant of John Neale, b. Maryland mid 1600s through Lillian Mae Neal (1880-1947), including military records, wills and marriages.

Neal Family – 1 page photocopy from family Bible: Willis Neal b. 1897, John Neal, m. 1885; 4 page handwritten letter 1944 from John Ransdell to Lloyd Neal (“Dear Uncle Lloyd”), account of his brothers and sisters.

Neal, John – Madison Courier article, 01/01/2000

Nichols, Harry – (Judge) Photocopy of 1897 response from Gov’s office to letter from Harry Nichols, explanation included; 6 typed pages marked “from Harry Nichols photo album;” many newspaper clippings about Harry Nichols, including his obit 5/14/87; ad put together to celebrate 99th birthday of Harry Nichols, listing public, political service and awards; 10 half pages typed: Harry Nichols speech on “Youth Conservation;” 1930 candidate’s expense record; Madison Courier article with photograph, 01/01/2000; 1909 mortgage to Harry Nichols; 1897 letter to Master Harry Nichols from Secretary to the Governor.

Nichols, James & Christina -41 pages from James b. 1797 and Christina Nichols in Robert Scott digital history folder.

Nichols, John W. – (Civil War veteran) Photocopy newspaper obit 5/7/?? Of John W. Nichols, last Jefferson County Civil War veteran.

Nicklaus, William & Alta – (Monroe Township) 3 pages photocopies of 6 1940 photos of William and Alta Nicklaus farm, sorghum mill, brooder houses, canning factory.

Niesse Family – 1 page photocopy typed family history, called “hearsay”; photocopy Declaration of Intention 1849, John B. Niesse, from naturalization records; 3 pages photocopy will of Henry Niesse dated 1916; will of John B. Niesse dated 1936; certificate of probate for John B. Niesse dated 1941; 1908 transfer of property from Ida Niesse, widow of William Niesse and children to William H. Niesse; 1929 warranty deed from James Warren Smith and Fay Enid Smith to William C. Niesse and Mayme W. Niesse; property transfer from Anna M. Jahrries to William C. Niesse, 1927; photocopy affidavit: William C. Niesse attesting 1925 that his father William H. Niesse died 1917; 10 more photocopied pages warranty deeds and cancelled checks.

Noe, Laverne – Newspaper article 12/27/2007: “Sharp Mind, Sharp Scissors – Noe snips fabric others use to quilt a better life.”

Norris Family – See Britt, Browning, Butler, Endicott, Norris, Todd, Vawter

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Officer, James & Martha – Newspaper obit Jan. 27, 1907 for Martha Elliott Officer.

Ogle Family – The American Register, Vol. 1, Number 6, November, 1926, containing 6 page article on The Ogle Family by Anna Ogle Kirkpatrick.

Oliver, George – 42 pages from George and Jemima Reagan Oliver in Robert Scott digital history folder.

O’Loughlin, Frank – 3 page handwritten letter dated June 14, 1938 to Chas. E. Heberhart about his early life in Jefferson County.

Orrill, Mary Frances – Funeral notice 7/9/1846

O’Sullivan, Joseph Family (Rosalie Keller O’Sullivan) – Also see sheet: Currency and bank note collection MC-0056; bio info – still looking for obits; Keller genealogy with hand drawn map of Carspach in Alsace region of France; foreign currency; 1870s letters citing Mr. O’Sullivan as bearer of same; 1870s letters written to Rosalie; 1876 Louisville KY Peddlar’s License for Eugene O’Sullivan; 1877 handwritten legal document in German; 1892 Communion certificate in German for Joseph O’Sullivan; undated newspaper article on missionary work of John and Eugenie O’Sullivan, Huck and Joseph O’Sullivan.

Owens – Also see: Subject Files/Business – Madison Theater

Oyler, Pat – Madison Courier article, 01/01/2000

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Page, C. O. Samuel, William – Cover e-mail 3/27/2003 from Linda Mabry re donated Page into; 3 typed pages transcription of letters at The Filson Historical Society from Samuel Page to son Samuel K. Page; 2 typed pages will of Samuel Page, 1847; 2 typed pages letters of Otis and William Page, 1837-1838; photocopy death certificate C. O. Page, 1907; photocopy 2 pages 1875 City Directory; typed transcript obit Rebecca A. Page, 6/9/1902, also obit Eliza Boone Pugh, mother-in-law of W. W. Page, 1/21/1878, also 1850 census report Page family; photocopy Page listing from cemetery inventory; 2 pages photocopied from Abstracts of Wills, Jefferson County, Ohio, 1844-1853: Samuel Page’s will; 2 pages photocopied from 20th Century History of Steubenville and Jefferson County, Ohio by Joseph B. Doyle, with highlighted mention of Samuel Page; 12 handwritten pages photocopied from county records: Samuel Page’s will and probate; photocopy newspaper notice of Samuel Page’s death; Vol. VII, No. III, The Millstone, Indianapolis, March, 1882: The Oldest Miller in America, with engraving of W. W. Page, 2 pages ending with word of his death; 1848 lease between C. O. Page and Isaac C. Lea, signed by C. O. Page.

Park, Moody – 8 page booklet on Moody Page and Family compiled by Gertrude Geraets, 1994; 6 handwritten notebook pages from DAR cemetery project notebook on Carmel Cemetery; photocopy newspaper obit Mrs. Moody Park, March 1898; see also note: DAR family history files for Park, Mrs. Moody.

Patterson, Samuel – See McFarland, William

Paul, John – Photocopy undated newspaper article “Madison Founder Had Interesting Life History,” Also See sheet John Paul Family Collection MC-0034, John Paul House – subject file architecture.

Payne Family – 1 page photocopy carbon copy information on John Payne b. 1772, for whom Paynesville was named; 1 page photocopy carbon copy list of county references for John Payne; photocopy newspaper page c. 1916 Edna J. Payne and Charlotte Bowman Payne; photocopy newspaper obit 1915 A. M. Payne; photocopy handwritten page expanding on info in A. M. Payne obit added by Dorothy Ashby 1984; 2 pages photocopies newspaper obits Jacob J. Payne 1927 and J. M. Payne 1923, donated by Janice Hardy Stanley.

Peddie, Paul J. and Anna Laura – Many pages handwritten notes by Lee Rogers on Anna Laura Peddie oral history; newspaper article 5/5/1972 “C. R. Peddie Takes Position in Michigan;’ 2 pages photocopied newspaper article 3/19/99: “When Life Was Simpler” with 2 photos ALP; newspaper article 10/29/76: “Couple to celebrate: Mr. and Mrs. Paul J. Peddie;” photocopy newspaper obit ALP, 4/26/2000; 111 page spiral bound book: “Anna Laura Buchanan Peddie,” interviewed by Lee Rogers, November 1994-May 1995; Rob Peddie newspaper articles with photographs, 03/17 and 30/2001.

Perry, Louis – Photocopy 2 newspaper obits 7/1/78: “’Lou’ Perry, singer with many bands, dies here at 86.”

Pfaff, Cannon – Genealogy listing of children of Dayton b. 1882 and Leota May b. 1887

Phillips, David Graham 1829-1898) – Also See sheet with note: He was sheriff in 1850s and Clerk of Circuit Court in the 60s; 1861 bread and butter note to D. G. Phillips from Wm. Miner.

Phillips, David Graham – (Novelist 1867-1911) Newspaper article by Howard Denton; copy of newspaper article by Phil Cole, 02/03/2001; copy of Bibliography of American Literature with Phillips’ publications listed; copy of Accession form with Phillips’ books in JCHS library; text panel from JCHS exhibit; Also See sheet: Fauna Mihalko files on “Phillips” – 3 files contain good information; library: 2 biographies and 1 thesis – 813.52.

Phillips, Frank W. – 6 pages printouts from Ancestry.com on Frank W. Phillips, b. 1865, m. Catherine Smith, b. 1866; 1 page photocopied newspaper obits for Lizzie Phillips, age 16; 1 page photocopied newspaper stories: 1/24/1899 “Flesh Torn From the Palm of a Hand – Frightful Accident Befalls Frank Phillips,” and obit for Frank Phillips; photocopy benefit certificate from the Catholic Knights of America for Frank Phillips.

Phillips, James M. – Honorable Discharge from the US Army for James M. Phillips, 5/9/1919; enlistment record 1921; 8×10 photo 1951, James M. Phillips; newspaper photo of Madison men ready to leave for WWI, 7/27/1917; photocopy and transcription of family information found in James M. Phillips’ Bible; James M. Phillips Social Security Card; 1968 booklet “Indiana State Soldier’s Home;” 1999 deed of gift covering military items belonging to James M. Phillips.

Phillips, John Thomas – (1819-?) 1 page computer notes re John Thomas Phillips; 4 pages excerpts from Phillips Family book written by Ken & Lucille Phillips.

Phillips, Lola – Lola Phillips graduated from Madison High School 1921; file contains scrapbook stamped “The Girl Graduate” and script of play It Pays to Advertise in which Lola Phillips appeared at MHS.

Pirtle, James – RoundAbout article, photography and flying, 04/2001; newspaper article, 10/2009?: “’Two pilots, one engine’ & a book.”

Pitcher Family – Photocopy 4 pages undated letter on Pitcher family from Mrs. Albert Sauley; 2 photocopies unidentified photo of man; 1847 letter to Abija Pitzer Esq. From George King about hog purchase.

Plummer, Robert – Original 1827 legal document re Robert Plummer: probate?

Pogue, John – (railroad engineer) Original and photocopy of newspaper article They Say and Do in the County, 9/20/1938: account of John Pogue’s 42 year railroad career.

Posegate, Isaac, F. – (Early Madison gunsmith) Magazine: Muzzle Blasts, November, 2007: 6 page illustrated article “The Posegate Gunsmiths” by S. E. Williams and J. Jaeger.

Pratt, Dr. Ralph, Jr. – Newspaper article c. 9/1990: “Dr. Ralph Pratt retiring at KDH.

Prenatt Family – Photocopy newspaper obit Francis Prenatt, 5/16/1964 (senior psychiatrist at Madison State Hospital); handwritten note giving obit dates for Edward, Clara, and Mary Prenatt; certificate of election as Clerk of the Circuit Court to Edward M. Prenatt, 1912; certificate of election as Clerk of the Circuit Court to Edward M. Prenatt, 1916; 2 letters in envelopes to Mary Prenatt from Francis Prenatt, 1918; handwritten letter 1911 from Lucy to Sallie, envelope marked Lucie last letter; photocopy “They Say and Do in the Country:” How Epidemic Robbed City of First Medical School and Gave It Its First Hospital; also see sheet: Crozier Family History, Mullen Family History; 2-sided Family Group Sheet for Francis J. Prenatt (Pierre Francois Prenat); note on crucifix given to St. Patrick’s Church.

Prentiss, W. C. – Photocopy of 1843 4-page letter from W. C. & H. Prentiss to his parents; cover letter 1997.

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Rains, Rinda Fritzler – Madison Courier article, 01/01/2000

Raisor, Harold (Jug) – Two-part newspaper article: “;Jug’ Raisor – Friends remember former sheriff,” 3/1991.

Ralston Family – Photocopy l830 land grant to Matthew Ralston; photocopy manuscript and typed transcript of historical sketch by Mabelia Spencer (Ralston), Nov, 1853; 73 pages from John Ralston b. 1749 in Robert Scott digital history folder.

Ramsey Family – 6 typed pages: Ramsey Family Line (Republican Township, Jefferson County, Indiana) from Thomas Ramsey, b. c. 1740.

Rankin Family – Handwritten accession list of Rankin donations, May 6, 1994; 1983 postcard to Frances Rankin from Aunt Dot re family history; page of handwritten family notes; 1 page photocopy including photographs of Thomas and Susan Rankin and information about each and their children.

Rawlings, Leroy – 6 pages photocopies of newspaper articles, including “Reminiscences of Leroy Rawlings – Old Times in the city neath the hills”.

Rea, Emily – (WWII Red Cross worker) 8 page photocopy magazine article “Redeeming Honor Lost: The Last Flight of Combine Operations, April 14, 1945, Isle of Man (Emily Rea died in crash); 2001 letter thanking Ron Grimes for info on Emily Rea, enclosing photos of grave, caskets. 9 pages correspondence Sandy Lydon/Ron Grimes re Emily Rea; photocopy newspaper obit; photo of grave marker; 3 photos Emily Rea; 3 typed pages transcriptions of Emily Rea letters; photocopy newspaper article “Pay respects to Emily Rea;” photocopy newspaper article “Historians unravel emotional story of fated flight,” Isle of Man Examiner, May 29, 2001; 11 pages typed letters with envelopes from Emily Rea originally in George Miller collection.

Rea Family – Newspaper obits Andrew J. Rea (3/28/19) and John Lindley Rea (12/26/22); handwritten list of daughters of Robert and Agnes Patton Rea; photocopy 1935 newspaper wedding story of Elizabeth Dillon Rea to Max Healey; four pages handwritten history of Robert Rea: born 1762: DAR ancestral chart for Robert Rea and Agnes Patton to Emily Harper Rea, b. 1911; photocopy 1935 newspaper story about part for Elizabeth Rea Healey.

Rea, Robert Right – (1850s sheriff in Jefferson County) 1 page excerpt from Biographical and Historical Sketches of Early Indiana, 1883: The Sheriffs; photocopy 1854 newspaper defense of charges by Delia Webster, 3 pages; funeral notice for R. R. Rea, May 13, 1869; 1 page typed children of Robert [Right] Rea, Sr., and Agnes Patton; 2 pages photocopy newspaper article May 11, 1869: Finding the Body of R. R. Rea – A Foul Murder has been Committed;” photocopy newspaper obit Mrs. R. R. Rea, 1899; original petition of behalf of R. R. Rea for Allowance for capturing horse thieves; photocopy 2 pages 1841 permission to run tavern in Madison.

Rector Family – Photocopy handwritten page of descendants of Daniel Rector (Civil War vet) and Irene McKay Rector.

Reed Family – Newspaper obit undated “Long illness is fatal to Edward Reed – Prominent Madisonian Was One of Co-Founders of Reed’s Laundry,” newspaper obit undated “David B. Reed Dead.”

Reeder, Ernest B. and family – Photocopy funeral home bill 7/1/1962 for Caroline F. Lotz; photocopy King’s Daughters’ Hospital bills for Mrs. Ernest (Freda) Reeder, births of babies Feb 1932 and July 1935; photocopy KDH bill 8/20/1943 tonsillectomy for Caroline Reeder; photocopy newspaper obit 9/27/1965 for Ernest B. Reeder; photocopy Marine discharge paper 2/7/1919 for Ernest Baird Reeder; photocopy military pay sheet 1919 for Ernest B. Reeder; photocopy birth certificate 5/8/1899 for Ernest Baird Reeder; photocopy typed summary of “one year as a Traveling Commercial Agent” from Ernest B. Reeder; photocopy typed biographical sketch Ernest Baird Reeder; photocopy newspaper obit 9/26/1965 “Ernest Reeder, Civic Leader, Dies At 68”; photocopy newspaper account 6/6/1957 weddings of Caroline and Jane Reeder; photocopy wedding announcement of Caroline Reeder to Arvin Donner, Jr., 5/25/1957; photocopy designation of beneficiary from Ernest Baird Reeder, 9/2/1938; photocopy 2 page letter 4/30/1931 concerning application for disability allowance by Ernest B. Reeder; photocopy letter 2/17/1921 from Marine Corps asserting that the character of Ernest B. Reeder should be noted as excellent; photocopy In Memoriam letter from Indiana Society Sons of the American Revolution 9/28/1965 re Ernest Baird Reeder; photocopy application for certificate of recognition as veteran for EBR; photocopy typed page of information on Ellabelle Miller Reeder (mother of EBR); photocopy typed page of information on Jane Ellen Reeder; photocopy undated newspaper article “Agent Reeder, a three-time winner, again proves his selling ability;” 7 page printed patent 11/15/1921 to EBR for automatic raising and lowering steps; photocopy newspaper article 10/3/1949: “Ernest Reeder takes new job” and “Agent Promoted” (1945); photocopy letter from City of Columbus 1/1/1960 appointing EBR as Chief Sanitation Officer; photocopy typed page entitled “Qualifications” (in effect a resume for EBR); photocopy newspaper article 2/20/1963: Sanitation Dept. Change: Ray Boll Succeeds Reeder;” photocopy newspaper photo 9/24/1962 EBR accepts decal on behalf of mayor; photocopy newspaper articles 7/17/1944: “Guest Speaker Over WASK,” “Air Express To Be Topic at Kiwanis Meeting;” photocopy newspaper photos re dog control, 1961; photocopy newspaper article 3/1960: “Keeping Scales Honest Is Another of City’s Jobs;”

Reindollar, Dorothy (Dotti) and Vernay – Photocopy newspaper memorial ad for Vernay Reindollar; photocopy Jan 29, 1988 newspaper article “Dotti Reindollar honored by Chamber”; 2 letters to the editor remembering Dotti Reindollar, Feb 16, 2000; undated newspaper article: Reindollar Preservation – HMI created honor in 40th anniversary; photocopy page from Indiana Horizons, Spring 1988: Indiana Achievers: Dotti Reindollar; newspaper article Feb 2, 2000: Heart, not fire, killed civic leader; newspaper article Jan 31, 2000: Fire destroys Maywood; newspaper memorial ad for Dorothy “Dotti” Reindollar, 2/2/2000; newspaper article 1/30/2000: Madison civic leader dies after fire; newspaper article 2/2/2000: Heart failure cause of Dotti Reindollar death; photocopy newspaper death notice 1/31/2000 for Dotti Reindollar; page 2 newspaper article Jan 31, 2000: Blaze at Maywood and Reindollar: Contributed to city, tourism and preservation; funeral handout Vernay Reindollar II; Madison Courier articles on Dottie, 01/01/2000 and 05/13/2000; Dottie’s obituary, 02/01/2000; cause of fire article; one year anniversary of fire article.

Rentzsh Family – 1966 letter from Indiana State Library containing obit notices for Rev. Fridrick Rentzsch (1878).

Reynolds, Simeon L. & Family – Four generation pedigree chart back from Ivy Lester Reynolds; family group sheets for Ivy Lester Reynolds, William Simeon Reynolds, William Lacy Reynolds (2 pages), and Simeon L. Reynolds (2 pages); 1 typed page on Dr. John H. Reynolds and Joseph T. Reynolds; photocopy newspaper tribute to Dr. J. H. Reynolds by Leroy Rawlings.

Richardson, Charles – 1843 letter from Charles Richardson about early life in Madison with two pages conveying documents.

Riddel, Wm. – Photocopy of original and typed transcription of will of William Riddel, 1798; handwritten note to cross index Riddel file with James Baxter and Nathaniel Wilson, as each married a Riddel daughter.

Riedel Family – (Ryker’s Ridge) Aug 27, 1999 newspaper article “Garden spot of the world”

Riedel, J. H. – 7 receipts and other documents c. 1938.

Riedel, Wiley – Also See sheet: Accession 2002.18 – papers from Madison Bank & Trust, many relating to Wiley Riedel; 1956 newspaper article “W. M. Riedel to join staff of Madison bank”; photocopy newspaper articles Mar 3, 1986: “Wiley Riedel dies at age 88” and editorial Mar 4, 1986: “Wiley M. Riedel;” Jan 9, 1928 letter from Post Office Department appointing Wiley M. Riedel rural carrier for Madison Post Office; photocopy Wiley Riedel obit from Weekly Herald, Mar 7, 1986; Madison Courier article, 01/01/2000.

Riggle, Velma – Suede covered diploma 1928 from Oakland City College: Bachelor of Arts; suede covered diploma 1930 from Oakland City College: Bachelor of Science in Education.

Riley, Gerry – Madison Courier article, music maker, 03/26/2002,

Riley, Schirmer – RoundAbout article, flying and photography, 04/2001

Risk, Dianna – Madison Courier article, 03/07/2002, middle school counselor of the year.

Risk, Dorcas – Commissioner’s Deed Oct 13 1884 Dorcas Risk to Napoleon Etherton.

Risk Family – (Risk-Buchanan 1930 Family Reunion)Originals, copies, and cover letter for Indianapolis Star article Sep 14 1930 on Risk-Buchanan reunion (three Risk brothers married three Buchanan sisters); 26 pages from John Risk d. c. 1776 in Robert Scott digital history folder.

Ritchie Family – Spiral bound Ritchie Family Genealogy from John Ritchie, Sr. b. 1775 and Elizabeth compiled by Mary Ellen Jones Munier.

Ritter, Julius “Bud” – Obituary, 12/06/2001; Madison Courier articles, Madison schools’ coach, 12/06/2001

Roberts, Edward Stuart – 5 typed pages transcript from Madison Courier, 1/8/1935 about banquet for Hon. E. S. Roberts held by Jefferson County Bar Association; 2 typed pages transcript from Madison Courier 5/10/1953 obit for Edward Stuart Roberts.

*Robertson, David W.
(Doctor in Deputy, IN)* – Photocopy newspaper obit 2/17/1958; photocopy newspaper article 1/5/1940: “Robertsons observe golden wedding;” photocopy two typed paragraphs “Old Doc Robertson;” photocopy 1 double-sided page typed and handwritten interview notes on personal and professional life; photocopy undated newspaper article “Deputy home featured nationally.”

Robinson, George & Family – (Early Madison family) “Madison in the long ago” Number 10, Dec 2, 1884 (Written for the Courier by an Old Citizen)’ – 2 pages; original sale bill of the estate of George Robinson (removed from Clerk of Circuit Court Collection GC-0005.

Robinson, William – 1841 letter to William Robinson from John Peery(?) re payment on note.

Roberts, James B. & Martha A. – (Civil War Lt. Col.) “Biography of my G. Grandparents James B. Roberts and Martha Althea Cross, researched by Charles W. Potter, May 1993” – 7 pages and cover letter.

Rogers, Benjamin & Family – 9 typed pages from Benjamin Rogers ca. 1780-1862 and Rachel ca. 1789-1852

Rogers, Henry Martin & Family – Spiral bound book “A Journey into Indian Summer” A History of the Henry Martyn Rogers Family, written by Henry Carter Rogers, 1974 – 101 pages.

Rogers, John – (1793-1882) Descendants include Lee Rogers and Lynn Rogers. Descendants of Albert Ellsworth “AE” Rogers, 14 pages; Rogers – Descendants of John Rogers born 1793 Bryan Station KY Died 1882 Pleasant IN, compiled by Lynn C. Rogers, 1976, 23 pages; 46 pages from John Rogers Sr. d. 1809 in Robert Scott digital history folder.

Rogers, Joseph Goodwin, Dr. – (1841-1908) 1907 letter from J. G. Rogers re illness of recipient’s wife; 2 short pages bio of Dr. Joseph G. Rogers; 6 pages legal size typed obit for Dr. Joseph Goodwin Rogers, medical superintendent of the Northern Indiana Hospital for the Insane, Logansport; photocopy newspaper obit for Dr. Joseph G. Rogers, Sep 11, 1908.

Rogers, Joseph H. D. Dr. – (1804-1885) Photocopy of bio of Dr. Joseph H. D. Rogers (father of Dr. Joseph Goodwin Rogers and druggist W. H. Rogers); small typed paper with biographical info; 1884 newspaper clipping “Dr. J. H. D. Rogers in Texas” by John D. Morgan; 7 pages corrected typescript on legal paper: “Dr. Jos. H. D. Rogers;” 11 pages handwritten biography Dr. Jos. H. D. Rogers; 3 page typed memoir of medical history by Dr. Joseph G. Rogers about his father and Madison epidemics; photocopy undated newspaper article “How ‘Stiffs’ Were Secured by Madison Doctors” by Andrew Jackson Grayson; 7 small handwritten pages relating Dr. Rogers’ handling of patient injured in explosion on railroad cut and other cases; receipt for medical services signed by J. H. D. Rogers, 3/16/1847.

Rogers, Lee & Neida – Undated newpaper photo (c. July 2006) “Rogers celebrate 60th anniversary;” newspaper article Sep 6, 2001: “Lee, Neida Rogers honorary mayors for Canaan Festival;” newspaper photo 2/24/2000: “Teachers explore area’s history” (photo includes Lee Rogers); photo Lee Rogers at archives; photo Lee Rogers at Shrimp House; photocopy photo of Lee Rogers as a toddler; funeral memory card for Neida J. Gardner Rogers; photo Lee Rogers in Madison State Hospital lab.

Rogers, W. Stanley – Obituary, 03/12/2001

Rogers, William E. – Manville’s poet. Small bound book “Private Bill’s Sketch Book of World War” by Buck Private Will E. Rogers; newspaper obit William Rogers May 30, 1973.

Ross, John Graham & Frances Bachman – Photocopies newspaper obits for Mrs. John Graham Ross, Mrs. John B. Ross (nee Frances Bachman), Miss Narcissa Bachman.

Rousch Family – Photocopy undated newspaper article (1949?) “Rousch Bookstore is Oldest First Generation Firm”.

Rossiter, William & Family – (1816-1898) 17 pages “Descendants of William (Roucestre) Rossiter with cover letter; 9 pages photocopies from Rossiter family Bible; 8 pages “Descendants of John Rogers (connects to Dudley Dennison Rossiter); 6 pages William Dudley Rossiter (1816-1898)

Rothert, Harold – Newspaper article 3/8/88: “Harold Rothert: His musical dealings were numerous.””; Madison Courier article, 01/01/2000; photocopy cover of sheet music “Music by Harold Rothert” (original in sheet music).

Rucker Family – Dr. Warren, Madison Courier, 01/01/2000; Monica, obituary,01/18/2001.

Ryker Family – Photocopy sale notice 1864 of property of John G. Ryker; photocopy page from book about Jared D. Ryker and John G. Ryker; original document appointing Samuel Johnson guardian of Amy Ryker, infant orphan, Sep 9 1830; Madison Courier article, “Life on the Ridge.”

Ryker, Gerardus – Genealogy worksheet from Gerardus Ryker; 1 page photocopy “Ancestral paper of Stella N. Carr: Ryker, John 1764-1848; 1 page photocopy 1888 marriage licenses for Mathias Foreman and Jennie Vanburen and Henry Melton and Sarah J. Bennett; 4 pages photocopies re Ryker/VanCleve marriage; photocopy death certificate George T. Banta, d. 12/13/1949; photocopy death certificate Mattie Leanora Banta, d. 11/27/1980; death certificate Mary A. VanBuren, d. 3/20/1908; 6 pages photocopies regarding funeral expenses for Jennie Fuhrmann; 2 pages photocopies marriage data for Geo. T. Banta and Mattie L. Foreman; 4 pages photocopies (original and typescript) from probate book G re John Ryker, 1847; 8 pages photocopies from History of Rockland County, New York, 1884, re Tappan Baptisms; 5 pages photocopies from family Bible of Gerardus and Leah Ryker; 4 pages photocopies DAR application of Marjory Huffman Strobel; 5 pages photocopies DAR application of Capatolia Ryker Danner; 5 pages photocopy DAR application for Michele Banta Hammann; 2 pages from 1860 book Marriage Licenses for New York (Ryker listings); 3 pages Ryker/VanCleve marriage record 1784; accession sheet from Michele Hammann 2010; 1 page transcript from Bible Records of Geraldus and Leah Ryker; 1 page typed photocopy various records of Gustava (August) Van Buren with color aerial photo showing location of land in Milton, KY and 2 pages photocopies handwritten notes referring to photo with descendant information; 2 pages photocopies 1931 letter re 1834 pension application of John Ryker; 5 pages photocopies handwritten pension application for John Ryker (hard to read); 1 page handwritten note re approved DAR application through John Ryker’s second wife Amelia Littlejohn; photocopy 1865 New York Passenger List (Louis De Buren); photocopy 2000 e-mail exchange re obit for Gustavus J. Van Buren; 2 pages photocopies marriage license info for John Ryker and Amelia Littlejohn; 1 page microfilm order from Salt Lake City re Jefferson County Indiana Marriage Records 1836 +; photocopy unidentified handwritten list of R names; photocopy handwritten 1862 passport application for Louis De Buren;

Ryker-Riker Family History – (Gerardus Riker, John Riker, Dutch Settlement) Spiral bound book “A Presentation for the Ryker-Riker 2004 Family Reunion” by Larry M. Voreis: The Low Dutch Migration to Kentucky; Some Ryker-Riker Revolutionary War Pension Applications.” CD-ROM of same material.

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Saberton-Gosnell – Biographical info; insurance company receipt booklets; tax exemption receipt; Stella Gosnell Saberton obit; old valentine; handwritten invitation to West Madison School exercises; 1841 telegram copy; 1903 real estate papers; 1944 V mail; 1935 copy of 1848 muster out paper for Wm. P. Gosnell; 1934 copy of 1862 muster out paper for Wm. P. Gosnell; 1934 Stella P. Saberton application to Nat. Soc. Of Daughters of the Union; Benj. Saberton: 1891 certificate of promotion, 1897-98 report card from Lower Seminary, 1898-99 report card from Lower Seminary, 1899 Ind. Young People’s Reading Circle cert.; 1914 Cert. Of Attainment from Madison Grammar School for Ruth Saberton; WWII War Ration Book Four with stamps; Postcard photograph “To Cousin Ruth Saberton” on back; numerous snapshots dating from 1920s to ?; Also See sheet: GO-0005 Town of West Madison.

Salm, Connor – Madison Courier article, 01/01/2000

Sample, Virgil – Carbon of estate of Virgil M. Sample received by Madison Bank and Trust Company, Dec 29, 1958; 2 copies Photostat of Death Record, dod 2/11/58, suicide.

Sample, Jacob – Photocopy civil war discharge of Jacob Sample; 3 pages family group sheets, Jacob Sample, John F. Sample, Jacob Sample; 2003 letter re Sample genealogy from Ron Grimes.

Sample, Thomas W. – (Civil War soldier) Newspaper obit for Thomas W. Sample, dod May 4, 1936.

Sanxay, Henry – Photocopy newspaper article Feb 11, 2006: “By all accounts, Henry Sanxay was a fine man – Sunday school donated Christ Episcopal window in businessman’s memory.”

Schaaf, Martha E – Booklet of poems by Martha Schaaf: The Greatest of These for You; photocopy of poem by Martha Eckert Schaaf, “author of children’s books based on Madison history.”

Schafer, John and Sharon – 40th wedding anniversary article with photo

Schaler, Mabel – Letter Jan 28, 1997 from Joe Carr to Mabel L. Schaler, welcoming her back to Madison.

Schelke Family (Gertz) – Copy of 1983 letter from Robert Koch Schelke about the Broadway Fountain.

Schinness Family – Hardcover book: The Schenesse/Schinness/ Shinness Family History by Roger Schinness, May 2007, 121 pages, in book collection.

Schnaitter, Paul R. – Photocopy ad to re-elect Judge Paul R. Schnatter; photocopy newspaper editorial 1/11/1985 on death of Judge Schnaitter; 2 pages photocopy newspaper obit 1/10/1985 Judge Schnaitter.

Schnaitter, Spencer and Laura Mills Schnaitter – Undated photocopy of newspaper article: “Spencer Schnaitter Seeks Demo Lt. Governor Office.”; Madison Courier article 01/01/2000; photocopy funeral handout for Laura Mills Schnaitter 1932-2011.

Schofield Family – Photocopy newspaper obit for William F. Schofield, June 30, 1913; typescript of obit of Joe Schofield, 1886; also see sheet: Crozier Family file.

Scholl, William – Twenty sides of handwritten genealogical notes.

Schoolcraft Family – Cover letter 10/2/08 from Judith S. Warth covering gifts of photo of Ben & Fay Schoolcraft, 7 pages handwritten family history, 1947 birth certificate for Benjamin Gamaliel Schoolcraft, b. 1885, photocopy of 1 page family history written 1950, and newspaper clipping: “Retires after 40 years service at the state school” (Ben Schoolcraft) from the North Vernon Plain Dealer, 6/25/1964.

Schrader, Christian – (Artist) Photocopy newspaper obit 2/24/1920; three pages photocopied from “Indianapolis Remembered: Christian Schrader’s sketches of early Indianapolis,” includes biographical information and bibliography.

Schroeder Family – Carbon copy of will of Joseph A. Schroeder, dated Dec 20, 1966; mortgage papers 1958 Cox to Schroeder; list of rifle and revolver numbers on bank letterhead; handwritten list of series H savings bonds; Madison Courier article, 01/01/2000.

Schultz, Nick – Madison Courier article, 11/11/2000, collector of war memorabilia.

Schwalmeier Family – 3 pages photocopies from German Bible belonging to Miss Mary Schwalmeier, Madison, Ind. 1877; also Miss Rose Schwalmeier, Madison, Ind. 1886.

Scott, John Sr. – Photocopy newspaper obit 3/12/79: “John Scott Sr., realtor, dies suddenly in Arizona.”

Scott, Nell – 88 page typed “The Heritage of the Hills” by Nell W. Scott, written 1960, with notations by her daughter Martha Rose Scott-Baum.

Scott, Perin – Photocopy newspaper article Feb 24, 1917: “Scott-Perin – Marriage at Cincinnati Today of Prominent Madison Man to Miss Fanny Perin;” 2 pages newspaper article Apr 18, 2001: “Hoosier Honor: Perin Scott surprised with Sagamore award;” Editorial Apr 19, 2001: “A well-deserved honor for Perin Scott;” newspaper article Apr 21, 2007: “The Merits of Camp Louis Ernst: Man reflects on life as a Boy Scout and scout leader at Jefferson County camp in the 1930s.””; Madison Courier article, 01/01/2000; transcript of Madison Courier obit 4/5/2011 for E. Perin Scott; photocopy obit ad for E. PErin Scott with photo; Madison Courier editorial 4/30/2011: “Perin Scott made a difference in a young boy’s life.” By James Graves.

Scott, William – 78 pages from William Scott b. 1758 and Christian Stonehouse b. 1750 in Robert Scott digital history folder.

Searle, Cravens, Hale, Howes, Chute – 4 page handwritten letter 1915 to Drusilla Lanier Cravens from Asa W. Waters about family genealogy.

Seifert, Margaret – Madison Courier article, Margaret,12/28/2000.

Server, Donald R. – Newspaper article with photo, 12/09/2000; obituary, 01/12/2002.

Shaddy Family – Paperbound book, 112 pages, “Wooden Shoes – A Store of My Father’s Grandfather, John Shaddy” (And succeeding generations of Shaddys and Sissons and their pair in the Revolutionary, Civil and World Wars and in the development of the West. 1738-1937) by Fletcher M. Sisson; 6 pages misc correspondence with George Miller and other family information.

Shannon, Henry – 10 handwritten double-sided pages about Civil War service. (Accession# 2008.18 unclaimed estate papers)

Shaw, John – 18 pages John Shaw m. Elizabeth Spear 1797 from Robert Scott history folder.

Sheets, John (Major) and Family – (1789-1851) 6 typed pages: “The Sheets Brothers From Virginia to Madison, Indiana;” 1992 letter to the editor re anniversary of death of Honorable William Sheets;” 1859 deed from Ann G. Sheets of one sixth of ferry rights.

Sheets, John and descendants – (1797-1875) 150 page spiral bound book: “Sheets: John Scheitz and some Descendants” by Anna Laura Peddie; 10 page excerpt relating to Sheets Family from “A History of Jefferson County Indiana by Emery O. Muncie;” 6 pages info with map on Sheets family members buried in Springdale Cemetery; 4 pages “Descendants of John Sheets;” many legal pages “John Sheets military record from 1844-1890 from Natl. Archives;” several legal pages “Michael Sheets military record (1846-Mexican War) from Natl Archives; several legal pages “Andrew Sheets ?? from Natl Archives, relationship not known; photocopy oath of identity John Sheets 1864; photocopy oath of identity Jacob Sheets 1864.

Sherlock Family – CD: The Schroerlucke/Sherlock Family – First Edition – Edited July 7, 2006 by Robert B. Shepard, Jr.; photocopy of cover page of book with notation “362 page book filed in book collection – CD contains same info.”

Sherman, Opal – Madison Courier article with photo, 0101/2000; newspaper obit May 19, 1958; newspaper remembrance.

Shimfessel, Martha Jane – Political history and re-election bid.

Shrewsbury Family – Original letter 12/5/1854 from J. Wood Shrewsbury age 14 to his father; 1 page typed family info on Woodburn/Shrewsbury from Janice Barnes; handwritten notes on Shrewsbury as first Madison mayor to die in office; 1969 letter from Harriet Guild Shrewsbury Gambaro re Shrewsbury research; excerpt from Heberhart column #331, 6/19/1949; page from The People of Madison, Indiana in 1859-1860; page from The People of Madison, Indiana in 1859-1860: Madison’s wealthiest 113 citizens in 1860; transcript from the Evening Herald 9/28/1886 citing Charles Shrewsbury as a postmaster of Madison; page from Local History of Madison Indiana citing C. L. Shrewsbury as mayor from May 1870 to April 23, 1872 (his death date).

Shrewsbury, Ellen (Book of Sentiment – 1837) Hardcover autograph book with entries by friends of Ellen Shrewsbury.

Shuck Family – Newspaper obit for William Shuck, d. 7/21/2001.

Sims Family – 1975 A.A.S.R. application for James Sims; 2 newspaper articles on James Sims; 1982 obit and funeral service form for Eva Sims; 1916 marriage certificate for Durbin and Eva Sims; photographs of Durbin as infant, Durbin and Eva as young adults, Durbin and Eva as older couple; Bible given to Eva Sims by her mother (removed to Books as Artifact); 1896 certificate appointing Mae Sims postmaster in Fayette County; copy of War of 1812 military record of Alexander Sims; 3 documents (1831, 1837, 1842) concerning Alexander Sims while living in South Carolina.

Sims, Gail – Newspaper articles with photo, 12/02/2000, Denmark-Sweden marathon; political history and re-election bid, no date.

Sisson Family (Donohue, McTarsney) – Also See sheet: Shaddy Family File; 58 page paper bound book: Irish Eyes: A Short Family History of Donohues, McTarsneys and Sissons, Based on the Writings of Sarah Elizabeth Sisson, Fletcher M. Sisson and Kathryn Sisson Phillips, c. 1890-1953, Edited by Marion G. Phillips, 1990.

Skidmore, Richard (Dick) – (Civil War historian) Newspaper article Oct 13, 2004: “Man helps trace trail of Civil War raid.”

Slayton, Dr. – 1906 handwritten letter to Miss D. L. Cravens re information about Dr. Slayton.

Smart Family – Photocopy newspaper genealogy column Mar 26, 1998: Query #86: Smart-Wilson.

Smith, Henry Clay family – Photocopy local preacher’s license April 8, 1974 for Henry C. Smith; two typed pages identification with notes for Smith family reunion photo, 1923 (three pages total); photocopy handwritten page of paternal grandparents of Goldie May Smith Nash; photocopy newspaper memorial notice for Berta Smith with handwritten church transfer notice for Sarah Smith, also note that Sarah married Henry C. Smith, then married James McGee (one page total).

Smith, Hugh – 8 pages print out family sheets starting with Hugh Smith b. 1818, daughter Catherine married Frank W. Phillips.

Smith, Rev. I. C. – Memorial card (dod Dec 15, 1900) with handwritten on its acquisition.

Smith, James H. & Family – Family Group Sheet for William Smith Sr. b. 1747; photocopy page from Biographical & Historical Souvenir on James H. Smith d. 1843; 5 pages photocopies deed and marriage records 1818-1919; photocopy commissioners records 1832; photocopy 1840 census chart including William Smith; photocopy 1850 census including Ann M. Smith; page of color photos from Flat Bottom Cemetery, Canaan, Indiana, showing stones for Anna M. Smith and William Smith; color photo gravestone for James H. Smith, Flat Bottom Cemetery; photocopy newspaper story 5/25/1899 “Burned to death in his barn at Canaan: Capt. James H. Smith loses his life.”

Smith, Oskaloosa M. – (Civil War soldier) Printout of e-mail giving origin of name and military record of Oskaloosa Minnewanda Smith; photocopy of list of participants at Grand Army Encampment at Madison, 1905; 2 pages photocopy from “Our City and Our Heroes, by A. S. Chapman; 2 pages printout e-mail inquiry and answer re info on OSM, 2002; 10 page printout “The Twenty-Second Regiment of Infantry by Captain Oskaloosa M. Smith, C.S., U.S. Army. (Late First Lieutenant 22d Infantry.).

Smith, Thomas & John (son of Thomas) – (Personal Papers & Records) Also See sheet: Subject file/Businesses / C. E. Cosby & Sons; bank book no. 216, Mechanic’s Building Association, No. 6, Madison, Ind., in account with John Smith (1874); many receipts from the Treasurer’s Office, Jefferson County, and Madison Insurance Company; D. C. Ambler’s Circular Interest Table 1828, with note “Loaned by J. S. Smith, Monroe Twp, Dec. 9, 1940.”

Snelling, Bob – Madison Courier article with photo, 01/01/2000

Snyder, William McKendree – (artist 1848-1930)Printed “William McKendree Snyder – Biography 1848-1930, Author Emmett S. Wood; program for JCHS “Selective Exhibit of Jefferson County, Indiana, Artists – William McKendree Snyder, Edward Chowning, Gifford Hansell, John Talton Taylor, undated; program “First Retrospective Showiong of William McKendree Snyder, sponsored by JCHS, 1982; photocopy of announcement of agents Baker & Dipper for Snyder’s Water Colors and Oil Paintings; 32 pages typed “biographical notes as collected by Emmett S. Wood;” 2 copies 6 pages biographical notes by Emmett S. Wood; 2 pages July 16, 1968: Ringside in Hoosierland ‘Beech Trees’ Back Home in Indiana by Wayne Guthrie; 2 pages photocopied from Pioneer Painters of Indiana; 1 page photocopied from unnamed book (short biography with references); 2 pages photocopies death and medical certificate of death records; photocopy 1886 notice of sale of paintings; photocopy 1877 puff piece on Snyder’s paintings; photocopy Wm M. Snyder application for membership in Grand Army of the Republic, 1888; photocopy biographical sketch distributed with collectors print, CP Enterprises, Madison, Indiana; newspaper article, Aug 2, 2003: “Snyder hasn’t gotten respect he deserved” by Phil Cole; newspaper article Jan 1, 2000: They Made a Difference: William McKendree Snyder; newspaper article March 2004 cover story: ‘Madison’s Favorite Artist’ – William M. Snyder fans marvel at his talent; typescript of newspaper obit of WMS, Sept 6, 1930; typescript of newspaper obit of Mrs. Snyder, Feb 10, 1934; photocopy 1961 letter from granddaughter of WMS with long quote on goal of his painting; 4 pages photocopies reproducing program for Historic Madison dedication of building at Third and West Streets (year not given) featuring exhibit of Snyder paintings.

Stott & related families (Buchanan, Boggs, others) – ½ inch thick print out of “our Family Tree Booklet.” (ancestors with descendant charts listed at front)

Sommer-Geyman Families -Spiral bound book “The Sommer-Geyman Family” compiled by Betty Sommer Jones, 40 pages; 4 pages photocopies family history including wedding photo 1914 Gustav and Rosa Geyman Sommer; photocopy newspaper photo June 24, 1985: “North Madison High School Class of 1935.”

Spaid, Ora – RoundAbout article with photo, local author, 03/2000.

Spencer, Charles – 7 pages from Robert Scott history folder on Charles Spencer, b. Virginia mid 18th c.

Spencer, William W. – Photocopy of undated newspaper article: “Spencers Do ‘Father and Son’ Act In Marion County Politics;” 2 pages photocopy of newspaper article Dec 25, 1896: “The Spencer Family – An Interesting Account of this most Prolific Family: Their Geneology in Hoosierdom – Among Jefferson County’s Most Respected Citizens;” three pages hard-to-read photocopy of handwritten notes on Spencer family starting with Frank Spencer; photocopy family sheet for David Irvin, whose daughter Sarah married William Spencer; 5 pages hard-to-read photocopies handwritten notes starting with David Irvin; 2 pages photocopies “Jefferson Stories;” many handwritten pages about Summers, Ferris, Stevens, King, Norvell, Miller; family tree for Sarah Sybil Spencer Summers; photocopy Boston newspaper article Aug 25, 1937, with photo of William D. Spencer, 86; photocopy undated newspaper article “Death Balks W. W. Spencer’s Wish To Give Son Oath as County Judge;” photocopy Oct 7, 1936, newspaper article “W. W. Spencer Marks 85th Birtthday; Oldest Practicing Lawyer in County;” photocopy undated newspaper article “Democratic Leaders of 1882” with photo of William Wallace Spencer; photocopy page from Courts and Lawyers of Indiana, 1916: William W. Spencer; photocopy of political cartoon of William W. Spencer; 10 pages photocopies family notes starting with Charles Robinson Spencer 1782-1854.

Spicer Family – Note re John Louis Spicer attached to photocopy of photo of dray; note re Laura Marshall attached to photocopy of photo, aunt of Spicers.

Spiry, Alfred J. – (1917-2007) Photocopy newspaper obit June 21, 2007.

Stanley, Douglas & Janice – Photocopy newspaper article 10/15/2010: “Stanleys celebrate 50th anniversary;” newspaper article 8/30/2007: “Stanley retires after 40 years of service to Chelsea Jubilee.”

Stanton, Robert F. – Newspaper obit undated “Robert F. Stanton Dies Suddenly In California.”

Stapp, Milton & Family – Many pages (fragile) handwritten family history; 3 pages typed notes from Frank Bird Collection – Milton Stapp second mayor of Madison 1850-1853; 3 1938 letters from Donald L. DeMuth re finding Stapp family; 2 pages carbon copy re Stapp records, including will of William Stapp, Jan 3, 1901; 2 typed pages re Margaret Vawter m Achilles Stapp, parents of Milton Stapp; 1938 letter from Indiana State Library re Stapp records; carbon copy VanCleave family; bound DAR file on Stapp family.

Starling, Jesse – Aug 1864 request to Clerk of Auditors for payment of $50 County Bounty with certification that he is still doing duty with his Company.

Steele, James (1804-1888) (also Riddle-Baxter-Wilson) – 17 pages photocopy “The Trail of a Pioneer Family” by Mrs. Jane Fenton Kelly, written 1928-29, daughter of Susannah Catherine Steele m. James Campbell Fenton; photocopy marriage permission for Hugh Steele and Catherine Dunn, 1796; photocopies early photos Joseph & Mertie Steele, Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Steele; 2 pages family sheets James William Steele; 2 pages e-mailed request for cemetery marker photos; 1839 deed between James Steele and Robert McCall;.

Steinberger Family (Samuel, Catherine) – 7 pages photocopies of Steinberger family photos; photocopy of page from list of Jefferson County burials: St. Patrick’s Cemetery, listing Steinbergers; Aug 10, 2005 letter from Josie Fox re Steinberger photos and info; 2 pages color photos Josie Fox and Steinberger monuments; 18 pages spiral bound “Recollections of My First Days as an Apprentice in Machine Shop, North Madison, Indiana on the Madison & Indianapolis Railroad” by Samuel Steinberger, 1846; Also See sheet: MC-0012 Railroad Coll. – general history, Reminiscences of Samuel Steinberger 1846-185?.

Steinhardt Family – Photocopy June 6, 1986 newspaper article “Steinhardt given high scout honor” (Tony Steinhardt);
Newspaper obit 1946: “Joe Steinhardt Dead.”

Stephenson, Clarence A. Jr. – Photocopy newspaper obit 10/22/2009; printout funeral home write-up.

Sterrett, James – 9 pages from James Sterrett b. c. 1787 from Robert Scott family history folder.

Stevens, Stephen C. – (Judge) 1793-1870 3 pages photocopies from “A Biographical Directory of the Indiana General Assembly, Volume 1 1816-1899” on Stephen C. Stevens; 2 pages photocopies from “Hoosier Justice: A History of the Supreme Court of Indiana” on Stephen C. Stevens; committal papers for S. C. Stevens to hospital for the insane, 1869; 8 pages photocopies from “Biographical and Historical Sketches of Early Indiana” by William Wesley Woollen – biography of Judge Stevens; photocopy page of hospital record; photocopy of certification by S. C. Stevens that Jesse Bright is qualified as probate judge (original in Jesse Bright Family file).

Stevenson, Benjamin C. – Funeral card for Rev. Benjamin C. Stevenson, Nov 11, 1831.

Stevenson, James – 51 pages from James Stevenson b. 1761 in Robert Scott digital history folder.

Stewart Family (Benjamin, Isaiah & others) – 7 pages “Descendants of Benjamin A. Stewart” with end notes, donated by Ellen Belcher; family group sheet for Isaiah Stewart 1791-1868; 8 pages e-mails with Stewart photos 2002; 3 pages ancestor charts: John Wehner, John H. Stewart, Kasper Kessler.

Stewart, James Bernard – Obituary, 04/04/2002.

Stewart, U. M. & Family – Waiver of inheritance rights of children 1905; receipt for gravestone 1906; receipt for funeral 1905; letter re sale of tobacco 1937.

Storie, Thomas – 12 pages on Thomas d. c. 1832 from Robert Scott history folder.

Storm, Lena – Madison Courier article with photo, 01/01/2000; death notice, 01/07/2002

Stott Family – Undated letter from Madalin Clough re four Stott men in Jennings County (James, Lewis, many Pollys)

Stottlebower, Aleane – Photocopy newspaper obit, d 3/28/1981; photocopy feature from Louisville Courier-Journal 11/15/1970: “Splendor Afloat: An era on the Ohio may be coming to a close, but people like Miss Stottlebower keep it alive in memory.”

Stourton Family – See: Hargis Carleton Family

Sullender, John & William – Pardon signed by Gov of Indiana 3/30/1911 for jail sentence for assault and battery.

Sullivan, Jeremiah Cutter – (son of Jeremiah Sullivan) 2-sided page: “Civil War: Jefferson County, Indiana: Sullivan, Jeremiah Cutter.”

Sullivan, Jeremiah and Algernon – Six-sided hand-written unattributed biography: “As a man of exalted personal character, he was an ornament to society.”; 7 page history of Jeremiah and Algernon Sullivan written by Gordon Whitney.

Sullivan, Thomas S. – 1906 letter from C. E. Sullivan detailing the military record of his brother T. L. Sullivan.

Sulzer, Marcus R. – (Madison Mayor 1926-1930) 2 pages snapshots from album; 1898 letter from Legation of the United States, Brussels, appointing Marcus R. Sulzer, Esq. United States Consul at Liege; pile of yellowed newspaper articles; Madison Courier article, 01/01/2000; photocopies of Marcus R. Sulzer biography in Souvenir Sketches, Jefferson County; photocopy Sulzer reference (ragweed) in Country Jottings by Herman Rave, June 17, 1927; 2 pages photocopies on Louis Sulzer from Memoirs of the Lower Ohio Valley; 2 pages photocopies newspaper article 1/5/1950: “Klein Pays Tribute To Former Madison Mayor; photocopy photograph of Sulzer Warehouse, Mulberry Street; photocopy newspaper article 7/21/1940: “Romance of Steamboat Days On Mississippi Recalled by Sulzer Pictures, Now On Exhibit.”

Sulzer, Raphael, Louis & Family – Photocopy newspaper obit for Raphael Sulzer 3/8/1909; photocopy newspaper obit for Louis Sulzer, 2/16/192?; 2 pages Sulzer family tree.

Sulzer, Elmer – 4 pages photocopies from Railroad magazine, September 1974: “Author of Ghost Railroad Books: interesting railfans no. 141: Elmer G. Sulzer.”

Suter Family – Spiral bound Suter Family Genealogy from Peter Suter b. 1807 and Maria Tiser compiled by Mary Ellen Jones Munier.

Symmes, Joseph G. & Mary R. – 2 pages handwritten biography of Mary Rosebrook Henry Symmes by Marion Symmes (granddaughter), 1973; handrawn 1850s map of Madison by MRHS; 2 sets photocopies of materials sent to JCHS after death of MRHS, including details of 1930 visit to Madison.

T—T—T

Talbott, Richard C. – (2nd Clerk of Circuit Court) 3 pages carbon copies info on Talbott family [somewhere there is an account of his death, resulting from a bender in Louisville – MG]

Tandy, Mary – Newspaper obit undated “Miss Mary Tandy Dead.”

Taylor, Bushrod B. (1832-1883) – 2 pages photocopies of typescript from Indianapolis News: “A Naval Indianian: Career of Captain Bushrod Taylor in U.S. Navy;” 3 pages photocopies from The Records of Living Officers of the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps, 1878: Commander B. B. Taylor; photocopy newspaper obit 4/23/1883; photocopies newspaper article from Indianapolis News above.

Taylor, Carol – (Madison State Hospital employee) 2 newspaper articles 4/1976 re 50 years of service at MSH by Carol Taylor; newspaper article 6/14/1975: “Changing Times: They’re better now at MSH;” 1 page photocopy of 2 photos; Also See sheet: photo collection for 6 photos of Carol Taylor.

Taylor, Cliff – Madison Courier article with photos, 01/25/2001, “Madison’s Music man;” obituary, 04/05/2001

Taylor, Ed – Photocopied page from Indiana Freemason, July, 2009: Order of Service to Masonry Award : Ed Taylor.

Taylor, John Talton – Newspaper article 1/14/1980: “Few paintings left by artist Taylor – Bringing high prices now;” handwritten note “Miss Ivy Taylor died in a nursing home in 1989.”; Madison Courier article, 01/01/2000.

Temple, Sherry-McKay-Pender-Sample-Jenkins – Handwritten sheet from Barton Jenkins b 4/10/1861 – d 4/19/1937, also Stansbury, Righthouse, Mobley, Allhands.

Thacker, John H. – St. Mary’s School diploma, 1926; Madison High School diploma, 1930.

Thevenow, Tommy – Madison Courier articles with photos; 01/01/2000; “Hanging with former big leaguer Thevenow…,” 11/07/2000; “A Proud Day for the Thevenows,” 01/27/2001; 4 pages typed Tommy Thevenow Indiana Baseball Hall of Fame Induction Speech, 1/19/2001; newspaper article 1/1/2000: They Made a Difference: Tommy Thevenow; 5 pages photocopies “Who was Tommy Thevenow?” from Ken Schreiber’s Indiana Baseball Report, 1/16/2001; photocopy contract between Tommy Thevenow and Hillerich & Bradsby Co., 4/26/1926; photocopy Tommy Thevenow major league stats; 17 page spiral bound program: Twenty-Third I.H.S.B.C.A. Hall of Fame and Pro-Line Coach of the Year Banquet, 1/19/2001.

Thom, Al – 2 pages photocopy newspaper article 10/27/2008: “Strong man, gentle spirit – Community invited to 90th birthday celebration for Al Thom.”

Thomas Family – File marked “Note: These documents copied from records loaned by Mary Ellen (Jones) Munier, and from material contributed by Gale Lieter (Accession 2002.04); includes two spiral bound Thomas Family Index; photocopy 1836 will of Benjamin Thomas; many many pages; Also See sheet: Photo album PA-010 Thomas Family; spiral bound Thomas Family Genealogy compiled by Mary Ellen Jones Munier.

Thorne, Mary – (These documents were removed from textbooks now in Oakdale School Collection /Books as Artifacts); report card grade 8, 1928-29; 3 pages from looseleaf notebook: Names and addresses of my classmates/teachers; essay graded A-; three page handwritten letter: My Dear Maybe.

Thornton Family – Five sheet family tree: descendants of Job Thornton b. 1773; photocopy of 1906 newspaper article: Tales of the Pioneers Told by an Old Lady of 91 Years – Laura Bassett, daughter of Jobe Thornton; 17 pages from Jobe Thornton and Rube Annie Averel from Robert Scott family history folder.

Tibbets, John H. – (underground railroad conductor) Photocopies 4 pages from Jefferson County Deed Book 9, photocopy 15 legal pages “Reminiscences of Slavery Times written by Grandfather Tibbets in his 70th Year; (John H. Tibbets, b 6/27/1818 –d 1/10/1907); 9 pages photocopies story from The Hoosier Genealogist, Vol 46, Issue 4, 2006: “Twenty Years on the Underground Railroad: John H. Tibbets’s Reminiscence of Slavery Times.”

Tilton, James – Handwritten biography glued to file folder; typescript of 1856 letter re Indian war in Washington Territory from James Tilton, Adj’t Gen. W.T.V.; envelope for typed letter “from private collection of Miss Drusilla Cravens.”

Tingle, Terry – Newspaper article with photo, 11/17/2001, “The House that Terry Built.”

Todd Family – See Britt, Browning, Butler, Endicott, Norris, Todd, Vawter

Todd, William, Margaret, Isaac, et al – Schedule of All Property in estate of William H. Todd, d. 10/19/1945, 4 legal pages (8 sides); carbon copy of affidavit requesting transfer of real estate from William H. Todd to Margaret M. Todd; original of will of William H. Todd dated 9/9/1918; real estate deed for Isaac N. Todd dated 4/25/1872; deed for perpetual care at Springdale Cemetery to Mrs. John A. Markley, 11/20/1920; typescript and map of property on West Main Street, 3 pages, 1972; pencil-drawn plat map with names of owners; 3 more deeds; ribbon tied book “person recipe collection of Margaret M. Todd, 412 West Main Street, 1920s.

Totten, Evan Dr. – Newspaper clippings and copies re death of Dr. Totten 6/2/1952,

Trinkle George – (citizenship) Photocopy of naturalization papers for George Trinkle 10/7/48

Trinkle, George S. – Madison Courier article with photo, 02/11/2000, Remembrance by granddaughter Freda Dolby Cole.

Trow, William – (owner Trow Mill) Photocopy of undated obit for Wm. Trow b 4/24/1819

True, George H. – Madison Courier article, 01/15/2002, political career and re-election bid; 07/06/2002, letter to the editor

Truesdell, May – (106 years old) Newspaper article 6/7/2006 “Bright as ever – At 106, her smile still lights up the room.”

U—U—U

Underwood, Elizabeth, Benjamin & Family – 22 pages including cover letter dated 1997: “Elizabeth Underwood and the Founding of Madison, Indiana” by Judge Thomas J. Faulconer; typed page Underwood Genealogy (Indiana) from John Underwood b c. 1760; Also See sheet: Falconer, James.

V—V—V

Vail, Dorothy – Photocopy 1981 letter from James Hargen to Henry Moore re Dorothy Vail; original in family file – Hargen.

Vail, Harry – Newspaper obit undated “Harry L. Vail Dead, Victim of Pneumonia.”

Vail, Joseph D. – Photocopy newspaper article 4/26/1935: “Joe Vail killed in plane crash at Louisville,” 2 pages; photocopy newspaper article 4/27/35: “Plane Crash Survivors Show Some Improvement;” photocopy newspaper article 6/21/33: “Free Airplane Rides. See Our Local Merchants,” with photo of Joe D. Vail.

Van Akin, Loretta Cope – Photocopy of newspaper obit, Feb 18, 1957.

Van Buren Family – 11×17 photocopy of family tree from Louis de Buren, b. 1735; photocopy undated newspaper obit for John A. Van Buren, b. 1839; photocopy hourglass tree of Mary Ann Ryker; photocopy marriage license Mathias Foreman and Jennie Van Buren, 11/14/1888; photocopy Van Buren census reports 1860 Kentucky West and 1870 Federal; photocopy will of Gus Van Buren, Trimble County, KY, April 17, 1906.

Van Cleave (Van Cleeve) – Van Cleave, Van Cleef Family History, compiled by Virginia Buck, spiral bound.

Van Pelt, George – 33 pages plus cover letter dated 1995: “Diary of Service in the Civil War Recorded by George W. Van Pelt, May 14, 1864 – Sept. 21, 1864, as transcribed by Nancy H. Waldo.

Vaughn, Charles – Photocopy newspaper article 2/26-1958 “Mayor Charles Vaughn Died of Pneumonitis;’ photocopy of newspaper article 3/1/1958 “Funeral Services Held for Late Mayor Vaughn.”

Vawter Family – See Britt, Browning, Butler, Endicott, Norris, Todd, Vawter

Vawter Family – Original document inquiry for site for John Vawter mill, Indiana territory, 1816; original bill from James Vawter for labor performed; photocopy program for “The Fifth Vawter-Vauter-Vaughter(s) Family Reunion, August, 1982; 3 pages photocopies from “History of Coffee Creek Baptist Association, Southern Indiana;” Vawter Vauter Vaughter(s) Family Association Newsletter, March 2007; photocopy 1939 “They Say and Do in the Country” column about Jesse Vawter and early Madison; 4 pages printout about Jesse Vawter service in Revolution and descendents; 2 pages photocopies story on Wirt cemetery, Indianapolis Star magazine 12/26/1976; 5 pages printout on Vawter-Vautorte-Valletort Family European background; 1994 letter from Lee Rogers re Vawter family in Jefferson County; original newspaper article 1939 “They Say and Do in the Country,” follow-up to former listing; 9 pages photocopies from “Early Life of John Vawter: The Vawter Family in America;” photocopy cover page “The Family of Albert and Josie Vawter with Albert’s Ancestors, Volume I, by their daughter Shirley Ellen Vawter Byler, 1985 (Volume II will be Ancestors of Josie Churchwell Vawter), book is approx 400 pages; typescript 1873 newspaper article: Another Pioneer Gone (James Vawter); 2 pages family sheets JesseVawter; 8 pages photocopies newspaper article 5/12/1871: “Reminiscences of the Early Days of Madison” by son of Jesse Vawphotocopy 1963 newspaper ter; article “Madison 1st Families Were All Hilltoppers;” 7 pages photocopies ancestor chart for Catherine Ruth Irwin, b. 4/29/1929; 9 pages photocopies early marriage records involving Vawters; Also See sheet: Manuscript Collection MC-0058 Jennie Vawter Johnson family papers; 3 pages photocopies handwritten 1958 letters from Virginia Buck to Mrs. G. A. McFarland re Vawter papers; 5 pages on Elder Jesse Vawter from Biographical & Historical Souvenir for Indiana; 6 typed pages on Elder Jesse Vawter from History of Coffee Creek Baptist Association; 4 pages including chart on descendants of Jesse Vawter.

Vawter, John – 1814 Bond as Paymaster for 6th Indiana Regt; 3 typed pages “Early History of Madison,” by John Vawter, dated 1850.

*Vernon, Richard * – (1790-1877) Photocopy undated newspaper articles “Regarding the dulcimer;” photocopy 1871 photo of Richard Vernon at 82, original in photo collection; Also See sheet: Fauna Milhalko Collection: Vernon – transcription of article.

Vernon, Robert – 256 pages from Robert Vernon and Hester Minshall m c. 1664 from Robert Scott family history folder.

Vestile, Mr. and Mrs. Frank – Photocopy newspaper photo and notice of 50th wedding anniversary open house, 1960.

Vonderheide, Betsy – Madison Courier article, 01/05/2002, appointment to Indiana Film Commission.

Voss, Janice – (astronaut) NASA launch invitations to 1995 STS-63 space mission and 1993 STS-57 space mission; newspaper article 2/15/2000: “Voss: Mission a success despite thruster problem;” newspaper article 1/28/2000: Engine problem may delay shuttle:: newspaper article Feb 12/2000: “Dupont couple’s daughter aboard as Endeavor lifts off to map Earth’s surface;” newspaper articles: 02/01, 14,17, and 22/2000, 03/11/2000, 01/07/2001, 03/2001 (partial article), 04/2001.

W—W—W

Walker, Frank – (WWII veteran) Newspaper article 11/11/2006: “A Veteran’s New Mission”

Walker, George W. – 12 pages family sheets with 1997 cover letter from William A. Vincent.

Walker, John and Thomas – Photocopy 1853 guardianship decree (?).

Walker, William – (Cooper’s Bar Light tender) 3 pages photocopies “One of the Government Lights on the Ohio River” told by William W. Walker to Harry Lemen, 1943; transcript of story from Madison Courier, 4/16/1947: “Walker Farm sold to Jones – Tract near Hanover Beach contains large Gravel and Sand Pit;” photocopy undated newspaper article “Lightkeeper Hangs Up Lantern After 71 Years on Ohio River Job.”

Wallace, Lew – Photocopy of cover of “Lew Wallace – Boy Writer” by Martha E. Schaaf (book in MC-09 Frank Bird – People/Wallace.

Wallace, Lorraine Kenworthy (also Kenworthy Family) – 46 pages photocopies of Kenworthy family genealogical info, including Deputy School and Graham Township school, donated by Larry & Mary Kenworthy, 2007.

Wallis, Don & Family – Photocopy newspaper photo and story, 9/24/1985: “Mrs. [Sue Reiter] Wallis honored on 100th birthday;” photocopy newspaper photo and story 2/17/1983: “Courier Publisher Don Wallis Sr. is winner of 1983 chamber award;” photocopy newspaper photo and story, 12/28/1989: “Don R. Wallis, Madison Courier publisher, dies;” Don R. Wallis Sr., Madison Courier article, 01/01/2000.

Walton, Abraham – Photocopy newspaper article 4/15/1922: A Pioneer Settler of Graham Township: Abraham Walton Emigrates from Maine to Jefferson County, Indiana.”

Walton, Julia – Information moved to Neils Creek and Lancaster History

Waltz, Maude Anderson & Family – Typed biography of Maude Anderson Waltz d. 1974 dated Jan 9, 197?; photocopy undated newspaper obit for William Anderson; photocopy 2006 newspaper obit for Harold Anderson Raidt; photocopy memorials for Nicie Anderson 1893-1983; photocopy map of Brushy Fork and Indian Kentuck creeks; photocopy 1966 newspaper obit for Maude A. Waltz; photocopy handwritten letter to “my class of 1921” from Maude Anderson Waltz.

Watlington Family – 128 page spiral bound book The Watlington Family (photocopy of handwritten manuscript).

Watlington, Abraham Lincoln – 48 page booklet: “Letters from Abraham Lincoln Watlington, Correspondent, Madison Courier, Philippine Islands 1898-1900” assembled by Thomas W. Dow, Jan 1989.

Watlington, William – Deed A. Barton Sloat to William Watlington Jr., Dec 11, 1882, for land in Reynolds County, Missouri; Also see sheet: Civil War Collection.

Watson, Allen – Madison Courier article biography of a runner, no date

Watson, Mae – Madison Courier article, 03/31/2001, doll maker

Watts/Cuppy Families – Digital photo album of W. C. Watts and Cuppy families: Family Photographs and Family TreeMaker file with printed index revised 13 April 2006; one page from site for Vail-Holt Funeral Home with photos of house (built by Dr. Howard Watts).

Weatherford Family – Accession sheet for #2010.21: digital copies of approx 100 scanned historic photographs and documents relating to the Weatherford family of Shelby Township with 5 page list of photos; 4 pages photocopies handwritten history by Edna Weatherford Livengood; 6 pages photocopies entitled “Articles I want the children to have” by Edna W. Livengood; 7 pages photocopies handwritten Weatherford ancestry, including 1 page “Accomplishments of Weatherford Ancestors,” one page photocopy handwritten “Our Trip South;” photocopy 2 pages newspaper obit 4/11/1929: Solomon Weatherford; photocopy newspaper in Memoriam for Sarah Means Rogers Buchanan, mother of Ruby M. Weatherford, d. 10/26/1926; spiral bound photocopies 15 pages “The Buchanan Ancestry from 1650 – 1961, traced in 1982,” 5 pages photocopies on Buchanan family.

Weber Family (school records 1878-1907) – Report cards and examination booklets 1878-1907 (Rea School #6, Madison Township); typed family tree pages for Johann Georg Weber; Jacob Weber; Jean Nicolaus Weber b. 1756; Jean Georg Weber b. 1789; Charles Weber b. 1830; Anna Mary Weber Munier Johnson b. 1893; Peter Weber b. 1832; photocopy newspaper obit Peter Weber 5/2/1891; photocopy newspaper obit Henrietta Weber 1/17/1896; typed transcript of will of Charles Weber 4/1892; photocopy handwritten prose notes on Charles Weber and Christina Reeb m.1852; photocopy newspaper obit Charles Weber 5/31/1892; photocopy newspaper obit Christina Weber 4/19/1909.

Weber, Charles & Son, Peter – Photocopy marriage license in French for Charles Weber and Christine Reeb’ photocopy newspaper obit 4/30/1891 for Peter Weber; photocopy newspaper report 5/2/1891 of funeral for Peter Weber; 2 pages photocopies handwritten genealogy starting with Charles Weber and Christina Reeb; photocopy schedule of free inhabitants of Madison 1860 listing various Webers; photocopy newspaper obit for Henrietta Weber 1/17/1896; photocopy typed transcript of will of Charles Weber 1892; photocopy 1992 letter from Ernest Thode to Charles Stewart re Weber French antecedants; photocopy map of Atweiler, Alsace, France; 2 pages photocopies passenger list for ship Bellona from Havre and London to New York 1868.

Webster, Delia – Original document: Marshall v. Webster: Proof of Publication; original document: affidavit for Serch Warrent, 1859; envelope for affidavit; typed page from Madison Weekly Star, 10/8 & 15/1879: “Delia Webster;” 2 typed pages edited manuscript about Delia Webster [pages 13-14]; 7 pages photocopies from Indiana Magazine of History, Sept 1921: “Delia A. Webster.” Photocopy affidavit 6/9/1852 “Attempting to Poison” (original in court records); transcript of Trimble County, Kentucky, Deed book 1869 sale from Delia Webster to Orlando Lane; 2 pages Delia Webster time line done by Pam Venard March 2009; 3 pages handwritten notes from John M. McCalla papers with explanatory sheet from Pam Venard 2008; 6 pages misc info including details of two published books on Delia Webster.

Webster, J. L. “Shorty” – Madison Courier article, 01/01/2000, owner of Colonial Flower Shop.

Wehner, John Evan – Family had Wehner Dairy at Dugan Hollow. File contains selected scanned and copied pages from Wehner family album 1947-1952: John Evan’s life as a farm boy and active 4-H member who raised Grand Champion Aberdeen angus shown at county and state fairs. Letters of accommodations, awards, sales receipts for livestock and personal letters from various organizations and school teacher Ethel C Schofield.

Weir, Walter & Family – 10 pages “Weir Family” prepared by Michele Davis, 2007; 3 pages “Descendants of Walter Weir;” 11 pages Descendants of Walter Weir.”

Welch/Scott Families – 5 pages photocopied from Welch family Bible; 122 pages spiral bound The Welch Family, compiled by Bob Scott.

Wells, Reuben – (Master Mechanic, JM&I RR) 6 pages photocopies from book The Trustees and the Officers of Purdue University 1865-1940: Reuben Wells Member of the Board, 1875-1881.

West, John – (1748-1833) Revolutionary War soldier. 6 pages cover letter and photocopies re military service.

West, Lillian R, Theresa – (also see Vawter family) 1886 postcard from Emma West to Allie McDonald; 1 page photocopy newspaper obits 3/17/1912 for Lillian R. West; photocopy newspaper item re death of Mrs. Trecia West.

Wetzel, William H. – Two copies program from testimonial dinner 10/9/1957 honoring Ill. William Henry Wetzel 33◦; photocopy W page from undated Madison City Directory; Madison Courier article, 01/01/2000

Wheate Family – Carbon copy and photocopy 2 pages: “Genealogy of the Wheate Family of Jefferson County, Indiana” compiled for the Jefferson County Historical Society at its annual session, 1923.

White Eye (Indian chief) – Printed brochure “A History of Chief White Eye: a 10 year search into the chief’s past” by Gale Ferris, 1976.

White, James – (Madison mayor 1918-1922) 4 photocopied pages: one page identifying 3 following photographs.

White, John – (JCHS volunteer docent) Photocopy newspaper article 2/19/1988: “Veteran Indiana State Police officer John White is retiring;” photocopy newspaper article 2/17/1988: “Commander of Sellersburg State Police Post Retires;” photocopy 1966 newspaper photo of John White with student.

White, John C. – Three letters, pension postcard; Also see sheet: “These three letters removed from Collection MC-0091- Knights of Pythias.

White, Lide – Newspaper obit 3/9/1967: “Miss Lide White, Dies at Age 96;” photocopy undated newspaper obit “Miss Lide White Dies At Age 96;” 2 pages photocopy newspaper article 1/7/1965: “Miss. Lide White First Citizen Of The Week;” Madison Courier article, 01/01/2000

White, Otto – (Jennings County photographer) Photocopy transcript of newspaper article 10/6/2004: “Tribute to famed NV photographer to include exhibit;” 2 pages photocopy newspaper article 5/11/1967: “Otto White to mark his 100th birthday this Sunday;” 3 pages photocopied newspaper article 5/30/1964: “Otto White, Veteran Jennings County Citizen Who Just Celebrated His 97th Birthday, Reflects On His Life Here;” small program “Tribute to Otto White” A photo essay of North Vernon’s Past, Oct 2004; 2 pages e-mails re Indiana photographers/Otto White’s studio; photo envelope “The White Studio, Madison, Indiana” – “Kodak finishing of the better kind”

Whitney, E. G. – (weaver of wool) Letters, account pages c. 1848.

Whitney, Gordon – Newspaper funeral notice, 11/2005; mounted obit with 2 photos; 2 pages photocopies description from Louisiana State University Press of “Jefferson Davis in Blue – the life of Sherman’s relentless warrior” by Nathaniel Cheairs Hughes, Jr., and Gordon D. Whitney.

Wiggam, Albert Edward – 7 pages photocopies “Fighters of Fate – a story of men and women who have achieved greatly despite the handicaps of the great white plague” by Jay Arthur Myers [note: taken from Google Books website; some pages missing]; 2 copies fuzzy photocopy Appendix B: Miscegenation Blues: 1. Albert Edward Wiggam, from Woman’s Place in Race Improvement,” The Fruit of the Family Tree (1924); final page of article on eugenics by Wesley J. Smith.

Wilber, Shadrach – 2 pages photocopy bio and list of children; 3 typed pages on children of Shadrach and Agnes Wilbur; 5 small handwritten pages on Roger Wilber, b NY 1772.

Wilddeer, William – Transcript of 1820 will of Alexander C. Lanier, naming William Wilddeer as 16-year-old orphan choosing Drusilla Lanier as his guardian.

Wildman Family – Letter 11/17/1868 from Enos Wildman “to the dear ones at home;” letter 8/14/1870 from James to Father & Mother; photocopy newspaper obit Enos Wildman, 12/25/1876; 2 pages photocopy from Bible record, Wildman family, published by the American Bible Society 1864; Also See sheet: Civil War Collection MC-28 (Wildman Family – Civil War letters) and Fauna Mihalko Coll. MC-03 (Wildman).

Wiley, Harvey W. – 18 pages copied from Wiley’s autobiography; 5 pages on Wiley downloaded from www.purdue.edu; “Pioneering Wiley showed that chemistry can be fun” from the Purdue University Perspective, winter 1998; copy of “Corporal Harvey W. Wiley’s Civil War Diary;” copy of newspaper article “Father of Pure Food Law” from the Indianapolis Star, 10/09/1949; 2 copies of “Attack on Dr. Wiley,” July and August of 1911; photograph of IN State historic marker near Kent; 12 pages article with photos from unidentified source: “Dr. Wiley and Pure Food” by Arthur Wallace Dunn.

Wiley, John & family – 2 copies “JOHN WILEY SR. And some of his descendents” by John Wiley 1987, c. 30 pages; photocopy US Land Office certificate for Joseph Wiley 1843; photocopy handwritten will of Washington Riley, 1873; photocopy 1838 indenture paper between Felix and Margaret Gaddis and Washington Riley; photocopy story from 1981 ISBH Bulletin: “Wiley Market Set.”

Wilhite Family – 27 pages from Georg Willert b ca. 1550 in Robert Scott digital history folder

Wilkins, Jermiah (1789-1840?) 3 pages from Wilkins family site at Ancestry.com, beginning with Jermiah Wilkins, b. 1789, son of John Wilkins and Sarah Webb.

Wilkins, John – 65 pages from John Wilkins and Sarah Webb m 1770 VA in Robert Scott digital history folder.

Willett, Jim – Madison Courier article, 12/16/2000; retirement from Kroger notice, 02/04/2002

Williams, Fielding & family – 2 pages letter 5/7/1956 to Virginia Buck from Herbert D. Williams re family history; letter undated to Virginia Buck from L. L. Davis, MD re family history.

Williams, Remembrance – (1758-1843) 8 pages photocopy Remembrance Williams family plus 1976 letter to Mr. Hammock from Robert Williams including transcript from Record of Middlefork Baptist Church; cover letter 1973 from Robert Williams to Thomas N. Hammock; 3 pages printout Remembrance Williams Event Timeline; 2 pages printout Remembrance J. Williams Rootsweb.ancestry.com; 1 page printout Remembrance Williams usgennet.org; 2 pages photocopies Heberhart article 1941-42 on history of Lancaster Baptist Church.

Willis, Lewis – Undated scrapbook re Hanover College years.

Willson, Clarence (Dr.) – 3 pages photocopies 1983 newspaper stories re 100th birthday of Clarence Willson; accession worksheet on gifts re Clarence Willson from Richard Willson; 1853 tax receipt for (?) Nay; two internal accession documents; 3 photos.

Wilson Family of Southeast Indiana – 387 page spiral bound book: Wilsons from Southeast Indiana – A Family History by Jean Wilson Perney, 2007: Five Generations of Descendants of Benjamin Wilson, Sr. and Margaret Armstrong, early settlers in Dearborn County, and related families: Ross, Blue, Bowen, Conaway, Collins, Davis, Heaton, Hodges, Moody, Murdock, Sutton.

Wilson, Charles Wesley (son of David Wilson) – Civil War info. 5 pages photocopied 1905 letter re family history and Civil War experiences; 1 page photocopy typed info on David and Ann Gibson Wilson and their children; 2 pages same info handwritten. [deed of gift sheet]

Wilson, Dale & Lola – 7 pages text and 1 page photocopied pictures: “65th Wedding Anniversary Dale and Lola Wilson, August 12, 1988, written by Jean Wilson Perney.

Wilson, James – (early Madison settler) Photocopy of 1880 newspaper article, remembrance of James Wilson.

Wilson, John – (black Civil War soldier) Photocopy of 1990 newspaper article: “History of soldier is revealed.”

Wilson, John – 1820 reference letter attesting to his good character and suitability for church membership.

Wilson, Ruth – Photocopy of 1917 teacher’s contract for Ruth Wilson for White Oak School in Saluda township.

Windle, John & Ann – Photocopy Dec 12, 1986, newspaper article: “Book features ‘Madison look’”; 2 pages photocopy 4/21/99 newspaper article “Madison celebrates historic Shrewsbury House – and its owner;” photocopy 4/19/1999 newspaper article: “A Special Lady; Ann Windle and home are honored;” 3 pages photocopied 9/26/1998 newspaper article “The Mistress of the House;” photocopy 11/13/1982 newspaper article “Windle to receive first annual award of Historical Society;” photocopy 6/16/1950 newspaper article “Rotarians Visit Madison Home To See Antiques;” photocopy undated (1984) newspaper article “Poverty saved Madison a wealth of architecture,” 2 copies special section Madison Courier 6/13/1981: In honor of John and Ann Windle; undated funeral notice “In memory of John Taylor Windle;” Madison Courier article, 01/01/2000; photocopy newspaper story 7/31/1967: Couple Forsake New Chicago for an Old Town in Indiana.”

Wingate, Benjamin & Hiram – Family letters 1840s-1862 Many many letters.

Winter, Albert C. – Certificate of Appreciation for war service, Army Air Forces, undated, signed by ? Arnold, commanding general, Army Air Forces; undated letter to “Former Members of the AAF Team” signed by H. R. Harmon, Major General, U.S.A., Commanding.

Witherspoon, Thomas – 11 pages from Thomas Witherspoon from Robert Scott family history folder.

Wolf, Frank & Family – See Land Deed Collection GC-03 contains file for Wolf family property filed under: (Milton) 8-T4N-RIZE (George Lawson); Accession #1999.60.

Wolfschlag Family – Photocopy 9/26/2006 newspaper article “Ribberfest tickets discovered stolen.”

*Wollenmann, W. Max * – Obituary, 02/05/2002

Wood, Emmett & Mildred – Photocopy 2/4/1972 newspaper article “Mrs. Mildred Wood, Former Teacher, Dies;” 9/21,1999 newspaper funeral notice “Mr. Emmett Sherlock ‘Jimmy’ Wood”.

Woodfill Family (Daniel, Andrew, William, etc.) – Photocopy typed Cemetery Records; photocopy info checklist for Woodfill dated May 11, 1972; photocopy 1972 letter from W. S. Woodfill re Woodfill research; 2 pages worksheet for Woodfill answers; original will of Daniel Woodfill dated 1825; 9 pages photocopies Woodfill census records; 2 pages photocopies list of aliens (no Woodfills) and mortality reports in years prior to censuses; 5 pages photocopies Woodfill marriage records, Jefferson County 1811-1873; 3 pages photocopies Woodfill census records with one page notes; 7 pages photocopies mentions of Woodfill in early newspapers 1817-1886, city directories, and other books; 3 pages photocopies from Jefferson County wills and administrations 1811-1852 – Woodfill; 3 pages photocopied from pamphlet #20a: Some Conewago, PA families who came to KY & IN from section on Voris family; cover letter for 1825 will above (found at flea market in Maryland); newsprint photo March 14, 1949 Mr. and Mrs. George Woodfill golden wedding anniversary; also see sheet: Samuel Woodfill manuscript collection MC-0037; spiral bound book: Researching the Riker-Ryker/Woodfill Family, Oct 12, 2002, Mary Woodfill Park, approx 20 pages with photos and reprints.

Woodfill, Samuel See Manuscript Collection MC-0037 – Samuel Woodfill

Woollen, William, Thomas, Levin – Original section from 1886 book, 6 pages, “Sketches of William Wesley Woollen, Thomas Wheeler Woollen, and Levin James Woollen, Three Brothers, Natives of Maryland and Citizens of Indiana;” 3 pages with folder: condolence letter from W. W. Woollen to Mary S. McClure, 1880; handwritten sheet on William Wesley Woollen, arrived Madison 1844 at 15.

Wooley, James (Ramsey, Dinwoodie, Pattisson/Patterson) – Handwritten letters about family history July 1847; 4 sides.

Woolford, Bessie – Printed booklet of poetry; many newspaper clippings with poems; 1908 birthday letter to son; handwritten, typescript, and carbons of poems (received from Dr. Marcella Modisett 12/2/93).

Woolford, Horace – (WWI Captain) 1918 newspaper column: “Letter from Camp Shelby: Captain Woolford Transferred – Robt. Gordon married – Corporal Arbuckle Breaks his Ankle – “Staggy” is Clerk.”

Worden – Gardner – Mitchell – 20 pages photocopied from “Some Records of Persons byi the name of Worden particularly of over one thousand of the ancestors, kin, and secendants of John and Elizabeth Worden of Washington County, Rhode Island,” 1868.

Wright, George T. – 1864 letter from Geo. T. Wright to his mother, Eliza Craig Wright – original, copy, and identification tag.

Y—Y—Y

Yater, George Henry and Mary Tyre – 5 handwritten pages “Remembering the old Madison Railroad Station at the foot of Mill & 1st St” by Lucile Yater Millican; photocopy newspaper 1920 obits for George Yater and Mary Yater; photocopy In Memoriam declaration for George Yater from Veteran Employe’s Association of the Pennsylvania System; photocopy letter from Improved Order of Red Men enclosing funeral benefits for George Yater; 2 pages photocopies of collages of newspaper items about the Yater family; 3 pages photocopies of Yater photos; photocopy United States Railroad Administration Pension Department Roll of Honor; photocopy undated newspaper article “Photo of Old Bell Which Hung Near Pennsy Station Years Ago,” with George Yater; letter from Lucile Yater Millican re railroad station bell.

Youngblood, Don – Madison Courier article, 01/21/2000

Yunker Family – One inch thick stack of photocopies of Yunker genealogy starting with family sheet for August S. Yunker b. 8/14/1862 from visiting Yunker researcher; Madison Courier article, 01/01/2000

Yunker Family (Eckert) – Photocopies of baptismal records for 1896, 1897, 1902, 1903, 1904 (Eckert); one page handwritten chart of Yunker family: bmd; 1951 birth certificate for Katie Eckert, b. 1902; undated newspaper obit for Robert Eckert; undated auction listing for Mrs. Lee Yunker; undated newspaper obit for Leo J. Yunker; Florida death certificate for Leo Joseph Yunker dated 4/10/1973; photocopy newspaper obit 12/30/1997 for Anne Marie Yunker.

Z—Z—Z

Zearing Family – 11 pages typescript “The Descendants of Henry Harman Zearing” with floppy disc and two letters covering gift to archives. Digital version in computer genealogy files.

Zirkle, Sara – Obituary, 06/12/2002.

Zubaty, George – Obituary, 03/20/2001.

(This index updated December 15, 2011)

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