Genealogical/Historical queries are published free of charge in Morgan County History And Genealogy quarterly for members, or $3.00 per query for non-members, as space permits. Our members will be given priority. To Help make your query more effective, include dates, places, and full names whenever possible. Underline all surnames, type or print plainly and place each query on a separate page. We will also place your query as a web query here on our Internet page. All queries must have a Morgan County, Indiana, connection. Members may E-Mail their queries to Sam Cline (Sam Cline does not provide family history/genealogical research services.) or mail them to: Morgan County History And Genealogy Association, Attention: Queries-Newsletter-Web Page, P. O. Box 1012, Martinsville, Indiana 46151-0012.

Phoebe Smith Sat., 17 Oct. 2003
Hite, Park
I'm looking for any information on Parminter Park and his wife Lucinda Hite. My father and grandmother were born in Morgan County in the town of Martinsville. Any information you could give me would be appreciated. Thank you. Sincerely, Phoebe

Andrea Nowlin Sat., 11 Oct. 2003
Avery, Kemp, Mandeville, Maxwell, Pringle
I am trying to find where John Avery is buried and who his parents were. He was my husband's 3rd great grandfather. He was born on August 23, 1767, in North Carolina and he died on March 31, 1845, in Morgan County. He was married to Mary Pringle. They had the following children: David, Barbara, Daniel and Adam. David was married to Nancy Kemp. Their son Jesse was married to Sarah Mandeville. Their son Minor James was married to Susie Maxwell. They were my husband's grandparents. I also have information on the Maxwell family. Thank you. Andrea Nowlin, Pendleton, Indiana

Katie Meadow Sat., 11 Oct. 2003
Butler
I live in Australia. I am trying to find out information about my mothers family. She was adopted in 1956. The only thing I know is that she was born August 15, 1956, and her birth mother gave her the name Zena Butler. I am searching mainly to find out medical history. I now have 2 children of my own. The only 2 people that could tell me any more have now passed away. Any help would be greatly helpful. Thank you. Katie Meadow

Louise Parker Thur., 9 Oct. 2003
Miller, Smart, Van Winkle
Am searching for any information that might be available in your county on Thomas Benton Van Winkle who married Elizabeth White Smart in Morgan County April 24, 1826. He purchased from the U.S. government 40 acres of land in the Southwest quarter of the Northwest quater of Section 26, Township 14 North, Range 2 West, June 7, 1834. Elizabeth White Smart was the daughter of John White Smart and Mary Miller. Thanks for your help. Louise Parker

Sharon Mills Thurs, 1 May 2003
Macy Farm, Brown Township
Searching for information concerning the William Macy Farm, particularly the residence, located on S. R. 42 west of Mooresville. I would like information from the descendants of William Macy, A. M. Johnson, Clara and Willis Richardson, both teachers; and Martin Ruble, former owners. I would also like information from the descendants of William or Lafe Shepherd and Clinton or John Woolman, all of whom either helped build or repair the residence through the years. Photos or stories would be particularly helpful.

Barbara Ziegenmeyer Mon, 30 Dec 2002
Davee
I am interested in the Davee family of Morgan County, Indiana. Any information is appreciated.

Thomas E. Hendricks Wed, 11 Dec 2002
Hendricks
I am trying to find the parentage of John J. Hendricks located, possibly born, in Morgan County, Indianapolis. I have him there in 1845.

Judy Howard Mon, 11 Sep 2000
Martin, Wells
Indiana Martin is listed in the 1860 Morgan County, IN, census. Indiana's maiden name was Wells. In 1844, she married Joel Marion Martin in Whitley County, KY. In 1848, Joel and Indiana divorced, and custody of their one child, William M. Martin, went to Indiana's grandfather, Jacob Wells. Does anyone have this Indiana Wells Martin in their family line? I would love to correspond further with someone regarding Indiana. Thank you!

brumley@reliable- net.net Sat, 12 Aug 2000
Malson, Moore
I need information on Mary A. Malson, 1834-1919. Buried at Friendship Park Cemetery, Paragon. She was the wife of Henry Floyd Moore.

Judie Cale Nelson Sat., 1 Jul 2000
Cale, Howery
I am looking for any reference to the family of Philipp Jacob Cale and his wife Elizabeth Barbery Howery. Philipp was born 1803 in St. Johann, Saarland and Elizabeth in 1819 in Dearborn Co., IN. They were married in Ripley Co., IN in 1836 and by 1850 were in Morgan Co., IN. BLM records show they owned land in Sec 2, Twp 11 which is in Jackson Township on the map, yet they said they were from Green Township. A daughter, Mary Elisabeth Cale died in 1850 at about 6 months of age.
1060 Fiedler Road, Potlatch, ID

Gary Dillavou Tue., 27 Jun 2000
Campbell, Firestone
Researching my family and have hit a brick wall on my grandmother's family. Grandmother's name was Clara Alice Campbell, born 5-14-1876 or 1877 in Morgan co. (Martinsville). Her parents names were Mary Ann Firestone and Thomas Wm. Campbell, this was taken from her death certificate. Thanks for any help that you might be able to give.

Julie Friday, October 15, 1999
Brown, Lockhart
Searching for any info about Mary Ann Brown born July 1827 in Pennsylvania. Married William Lockhart 10-2-1845 in Morgan County. Also searching for any Lockharts in Morgan County. Thanks in advance for your time. Julie

Tracey Brewer Wednesday, April 07, 1999
Brewer
I am researching Terrill Brewer, born ABT 1796 in Chatham Co., North Carolina. His father is Nathan Brewer. He moved to Morgan County, Indiana in about 1823, along with 2 brothers, Frederick and William. I was told that he died in Morgan County on 29 Apr 1856. I have looked at the 1830 and 1840 census and he is listed with several children. I would like to know who his wife was and his children's names. In particular, I would like to know if he had a son Andrew Brewer b. ABT 1818 in Chatham County, N.C. He is on the 1850 census for Morgan County, Indiana as head of household. He moved to Nemaha County, Kansas in 1857.

John Baker Friday, August 28, 1998
BAKER, JACKSON
I am looking for the Jackson family from Morgan Cnty that had 3 daughters: Nancy, Mary Jane and Elsie. They each married Baker boys: Thomas, Littleton and Henry respectively. The girls' birth dates were around 1830 spaced about 2 years apart. Mary Jane (Littleton), my line, finally settled in KS. The 3 boys are in the 1870 census and Mary Jane and Littleton's last child was born in Morgan, IN in 1874. Is this of any use to finding out about my Jackson relatives? I'd love to know anything. Thanks in advance.

Bill Lents Sat, 08 Nov 1997
Looking for information on Samuel S. MCGINNIS, b. 8 Nov 1845 in Morgan Co, In. m. Ella Cecelia MCGINNIS b. 6 May 1856 possibly a cousin.

Gary Swift Mon, 03 Nov 1997
Per the IN State Library Genealogy Division's database of IN marriages before 1850, a Hugh SWIFT married Irena STIPP, Morgan Co., IN, 25 Dec. 1834. I believe these are my g-g-g-grandparents. Any information on either of their families would be greatly appreciated. I have information to share on some SWIFTs in neighboring counties: e.g., John and Cate (BIRD) SWIFT in Putnam Co., and Thomas and Amy (VANDERPOOL) SWIFT in Marion Co.

Lori Prouty Sun, 02 Nov 1997
CASSITY-Looking for information on John Smith Cassity b. abt.1820, married Mary Jane Cassity in 1850. Had son, William Dudley Cassity born in White Lick, IN per family history.

Joan Thruel Fri, 10 Oct 1997
I am researching my family line. If you could help me I would be more than grateful. Do you have any information on William Jackson Bragg? He was married to Sina Rebecca Farley. He was originally from Tenn., but died in Morgan County, February 08 1907. His wife died December 1899, in Morgan County. I am most interested in any information concerning his father, John. However, any information you may have concerning this family would be appreciated.

Sandy Lunders Sun, 14 Sep 1997
Looking for information on John James WRIGHT and Maud REED WRIGHT and their family. They were in the Martinsville area from, at least, 1904 to 1919. Understand he and Maud and two of their children, Janeva and James are buried in Zion Hills Baptist Church cemetery. I can find no information on it. Any info would be welcomed.

Bob Pruitt Tue, 02 Sep 1997 06:34:03 -0500
I am looking for the grave of my great aunt..many time removed. Her name was Cloe Nance Mitchell...born 23 Jan 1755 in Virginia and died in Martinsville on 20 August 1842. Married William Mitchell 5 Dec 1776 in VA. All of the Mitchells we found in the city cem were born after the 1830-1840 era. By any chance were they buried at the family property? Thanks in advance. Bob Pruitt, Mooresville, IN,

Dottie Crawford Wed, 20 Aug 1997
Hi, I am interested in finding my families of Morgan County, Indiana. My 4th Great Grandparents were James W. Coffey b. May 10/1822 in Pulaski County, Kentucky married Louisa T. Norman b. June 23/1826 In Tenn. They had 8 children most all born in Morgan County. The children were: Lemuel Lewis, John T. [ my G-Grandfather ], Benjamin Franklin, James Norman, Joseph Lane, Victor Hugo, Paschal Davis and Sarah Deilah. Four of the children migrated to Oregon in 1880. Any information would be appreciated.

Linda Doty or (alternate email: I travel - my daughter's email.) Linda Doty Sun, 3 Aug 1997
Researching CRAVEN, DUNCAN, BARKER families in Morgan/Hendricks Co. My great-great-grandparents were married in Morgan Co. in 1852: John Duncan Craven and Eliza Minerva Duncan. John's parents (Ira McDaniel Craven and Rahab Barker) and grandparents (Jacob Craven and Dorcas Raines and Mary (Beeson) Barker) are buried in the Center Valley cemetery. The Duncans were Quaker: Charles Duncan was born in 1766 in NC - he was 94 in the 1860 census in the area. His wife died in 1848 (name unknown) and is buried in a Quaker cemetery there. Sons Charles Jr. and John B. Duncan raised their families in Morgan/Hendricks Co. Eliza's parents were John B. Duncan and Cynthia Trogdon from Randolph Co. NC.

Louise Fellman Fri, 25 Jul 1997
Have answer to recent query. Wm. Nathan Bolin is the grandson of Balem Bolin, and is married to his second cousin the granddaughter of Stephen Bolin, the brother of Balem. Both Balem and Stephen are sons of Christopher C. Bolin and Nancy Barker, whose parents were George Barker and Susannah Morris. Now I am looking for the father of my grandfather, Harden Asher, b. in Morgan Co. In the 1880 Census he was listed as living with his Mother, Catherine, age 6l, had a brother Jacob, age 34 and a younger brother, John, Age 14. Another source shows a Catherine married to a Robert Asher, with a son Jacob's age, but Harden was not listed among their children. The Catherine was the right age. Any help out there would be greatly appreciated. Louise O. Fellman, 416 8th St. N. E. Staples, Minnesota, 56479

Cammie Hengstberger Tue, 15 Jul 1997
Does anyone on the list have information they would share re Jerdon or Jordon Barker who was living in Morgan Co., IN, when the 1880 census was taken. He was 32 yrs. old in 1880 birthplace shown as IN. He married a Mary Day. Also need information on a Dessie Wyrick, whose father was Henry, also from Morgan Co., IN. Thanks in advance for any information.

Ralph Rodriguez Thu, 26 Jun 1997
I am still researching my Morgan Co ancestors: William Brick & Sarah Graves, b. 1811 OH. I received a message about a Henry Graves of Morgan Co IN, son of John Graves & M. M. Coble. They had a dau named Sarah Graves b. 1841 Morgan Co. Perhaps there is a relationship. They seem to have come out of NC/TN. Do you have anything on them?

Russell E. Lorentz Tue, 24 Jun 1997
I just found the program and find the omission of several names of old time families. Jesse Grant Shumaker, who had several offspring. Arthur A. Wilson, and family. Russell E. Lorentz, Sr., moved to Morgan Co. in 1941. I am his son, Russell Jr. Any questions will be answered and additional information will be supplied, if requested. Thank you. Russ

Earl W. Brown Mon, 23 Jun 1997
My great grandfather had at least two siblings living in Morgan County [Martinsville] in 1862. [Prier Hammans and John Hammans.] I received this information from their Father's estate papers which are on file in Davis Co., Iowa. My Mother was a Hammans and I have quite a lot of information about Iowa Hammans. I would be glad to exchange any information with any descendants that are interested.

David Murphy Fri, 13 Jun 1997
I am searching for information about Marshall WHITESIDE b12Feb1849 in Indianapolis IN. Married to Eliza Jane (HENRY or BROWN). They had 6 girls; Iva, Lizzie, Lillie who was born In Indianappolis IN, on 13Aug1883, Lula, Nettie , Geneva. Any information , especially about Marshall's Parents or Eliz's parents would be most appreciated. I will gladly share any info about WHITESIDE, PENCE, FULTON, HODGE that I have. Thanks.

Louise Fellman Date: Mon, 09 Jun 1997
Harden Asher is my grandfather. He married Martha E. Bolin, Daughter of Stephen Bolin and Ellen Lollar, and granddaughter of Christopher Columbus Bolin. Martha and Harden married in l880. She was born in l864 and died in l937 in Mn. He was born in l860 and died in l9l5 in MN. They were both born in Morgan Co. supposedly in Washington Township, Martinsville, Ind. The Bolens had relatives in Owen Co. Indiana named Nathan probably son of Seth who may also been a son of Christopher Bolen. Harden Asher and Martha Asher's daughter Lydia Bell Bolen married William Nathan Bolen, and they were second cousins. Their first son Alonzo was born in Gosport Indiana. They moved to MN in l9l0.\ By the grapevine from another relative, it is believed that Christopher Columbus Bolen married a Nancy Barker daughter of a George Barker and Born in Clay Co. KY. Christopher Bolen was born in TN in 1787. I am a beginner in this research of ancestors and help would be greatly appreciated. Louise O. Fellman, 416 8th St. N. E. Staples, Mn 56479. Thank you.

Leslie Gunter Thu, 29 May 1997
I'VE HIT A STONE WALL AND NEED HELP! I am searching for any information on Joshua B. Roe b. ?, m. 26 Feb 1840 to Elizabeth Jacobs in Johnson County, IN, d. ?. They had a son Abraham b. ?, m. May 1872 to Samantha Ann Prichard in Johnson County, IN, d. 3 Nov 1887. There may have been other children. If anyone has information, please let me know. I am willing to share the information I have. Other surnames I am researching (ALL IN MORGAN COUNTY, IN.): BOLIN, DYER, MILLER, GIDDENS, RAPER, WAGAMAN, and ROE. Thank you for your help.

Steve - Debbie Bolin
ROWLAND-GILLESPIE
Hello. I am searching for information on my great great grandmother, Mary A. Rowland. She was born in Morgan County, Sept. 4, 1837. Her father was Samuel Rowland, and her mother was Sarah "?". She was married to George Gillespie; he was born in Indiana. This information was gained from a death certificate issued from the state of Missouri.
Thank you.

DONNA ADKINS HORNE
ENGLAND-JONES-QUINLEY
HI, I AM TRYING TO LOCATE MY AUNT THELMA ENGLAND QUINLEY. SHE HAS A NIECE LIVING POSSIBLY IN MARTINSVILLE OR MOORESVILLE. HER NIECE IS BETTY JONES MARRIED TO ROBERT JONES. THANK YOU.

DONNA ADKINS HORNE
ENGLAND-JONES-QUINLEY
HI, I AM LOOKING FOR MY AUNT OR HER NIECE. MY AUNT IS THELMA ENGLAND QUINLEY. SHE USED TO LIVE IN INDIANAPOLIS AND WORK AT A CHECKBOOK COVER FACTORY. I DO NOT KNOW IF HER LAST NAME IS STILL QUINLEY. HER NIECE IS BETTY MARRIED TO ROBERT JONES. A CONTACT FROM INDIANAPOLIS WAS IN TOUCH WITH THELMA'S EX-HUSBAND WHO THOUGHT THEY LIVE IN MARTINSVILLE OR MOORESILLE. I HAVE PEOPLE SEARCH, PHONE DIRECTORIES AND PLACED ADS WITH NO SUCCESS. CAN YOU HELP ME? THANK YOU.
HC66 BOX 630, JEWELL RIDGE, VA. 24622

Sven J. Pearson
BONNER-BULLINGTON-BAKER
I am in search of any information on David BONNER of Martinsville, died 30 Mar 1869. I am also looking for any information on Alfred BULLINGTON who lived and believed to have died in Morgan County sometime before 1840. His wife, Delilah BAKER remarried to Rev. William BAKER. Any information on any BONNER or BULLINGTON that lived in Morgan County would be greatly appreciated! P.O. Box 34078, Juneau AK 99803.

Michael Maxwell
MAXWELL
I am looking for information on the Maxwell family that showed up in Morgan County between 1810 and 1813. James and Jane Maxwell and their children; John, Nancy, James, William, Robert, Ellinor and Henry (Harvey). Thank you for your help in my search.

Gordon Leroy Mathes
CAMERON, MATHES, MATHEWS
I am researching the MATHEWS/MATHES family in America, part of the family dropped the "W" out of the name when they went to TN, a lot finally moved to Morgan Co., IN under the MATHES spelling. Jeremiah Jackson d. Aug. 5, 1856, in Morgan Co., IN; buried in Walnut Ridge Cemetery, Hendricks Co., IN. His wife Florence (Cameron) Mathes d. Jan, 18, 1864, in Morgan Co., IN; buried same as husband. One I know for sure lived there is James Madison MATHES as he was in Monroe Co., 1850 census listed as a Christian clergyman, and owner of "The Christian Record" in 1840 in Bloomington; 7 or more volumes are to be found in the Indiana Room in the Indiana State Library. Gordon Leroy Mathes - 3498 Sorenson Road - Everson, WA 98247

Jeanette Pollard
GRAY, STURGEON
Gray Family Cemetery in Ashland Twp., Morgan Co., Indiana. David GRAY , Sr. buried there with his wife Mary STURGEON . They had 12 children as did David Wilson GRAY their son and his son Taylor Webster GRAY who moved to Michigan and is my g-g-grandfather. There must be GRAY s galore! Looking forward to hearing from some.

W. M. Mahan
PETERS, BOLIN, FULFORD, DENNY, STOUT, SMITH, ROBERTS, SHIPLEY, SIMMS
I am looking for information on Samuel Peters and his family. He married Martha M. Bolin . His daughter Nancy married Thomas Fulford . I am a g-g grandaughter.
Also, looking for Information on the families of : Denny, Stout, Smith, Roberts, Shipley , and Simms around Morgan Co.

John Gregson
GREGSON
I am interested in any genealogical information on the Gregson family in Morgan County. I was born in Morgan County in 1923. My father was Harold F. Gregson , born near Eminence, 1898. My grandfather was John C. Gregson , and my great grand father was William Gregson . My great, great grandfather was Andeli or Eli Gregson who settled in Owen Country in 1820 and moved to Morgan County in the middle 1800's. I am searching for information on Eli. Any help that can be given me will be appreciated.

Billy Green, Thermopolis, WY.
GRAVES, COBLE, THOMAS, MCKINLEY, BURGER
Henry Graves b. N.C. 1783, s/o John Graves & M.M. Coble . Married Rachel Thomas d/o Abram Thomas . Seek any information on subjects. His son Wm. Graves married Mary Anne McKinley 21 May 1840, Morgan Co. Indiana. Reference source: Pioneers of Morgan Co. IN Historical Soc. & Counties of Monroe, Morgan & Brown. Memoirs of Noah J. Major etc. Reportedly HG/RT had 8 children, I show only 6: John J.; William; Matilda; Delila; Martha and Mary Anne. Reportedly 2nd marr. of Henry Graves to Margaret Burger .

Jerry Mosgrove
MOORE, KERR
I'm searching for Alfred Moore , dob May 1820. He was a Quaker and went from the Blue River MM to White Lick MM in 1837. He married Martha Kerr on Oct. 27, 1842 in Morgan County. He was in Mooresville, IN census in 1850. Thank you.

Terry Reed
REED, REYNOLDS, SHEPHARD
Looking for any information on Reeds, especially Richard Reed married to Catherine Shephard and Mary Reynolds , around 1839-1845 in Morgan County, looking for other family members also, or parents. Richard Reed came from Pickaway, Ohio, born 1810.

Dale Drake
RETTUN LODGE
Searching for information on Rettun Lodge, a private club active in the earlier part of this century. The Lodge was located beside White River on State Road 67 north of Martinsville. RETTUN is NUTTER spelled backwards, Carl Nutter built the lodge.

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