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2-26-2009 Looking for the family of:  Stephen D Berry                                       Born  1774  Virginia  Moved to Ohio and joined the Ohio Militia (Aug 30-Oct 9,1812)  Mary Jane Greenlee Berry Born  1782   Pennsylvania Married:  13 Nov 1806   Ross Co., Ohio Children: 10 sons & 4 daughters:   Issac 1811 Ohio   Lewis  1815 Ohio   Samuel 1817 Ohio   Stephen Jr 1819 Ross Co, Ohio   James 1821 Ross Co, Ohio   Richard J 1823 Ross Co, Ohio   John  1825 Ross Co, Ohio   Madeline 1831 Ross Co, Ohio Married John Knox   Bought property in Delaware Co, Indiana in 1836 Moved to Delaware Co, Indiana 1837   Would like to know the rest of his children, his parents and siblings. Judy

7-8-2008 Looking for DESCENDENTS of John A. and Anna Patterson.  Both born in Ohio.  His parents were William and Margaret Patterson.  They, too, were both born in Ohio.  They moved to Logan County, Illinois in 1850 and William died in the Civil War.  John went back to Ohio and married Anna in May of 1870 in Lebanon, Ohio.  John died Jan. 10, 1904.  Anna died Feb. 15, 1908.  Both died in Muncie, Indiana.  Would love to hear from any family connected.   Jackie

6-29-2008 Indian Jim or Jim Musco?  I found a little information.  Was wondering about his history and school location? Thanks, Cliff Ingalsbe

5-26-2008   I am looking for anyone who would know of anyone attached to the Cross family, originally around Allen County. Solomon Cross left Emmaline (Miller) and moved on to Van Buren County Iowa, then married Sarah Confer there. He left behind his former wife Emmaline (Miller) Cross, maybe 3 daughters Eliza, Lora, and Lavina.  Lavina might have married a man named Findley.  A brother from Solomon’s and Sarah's marriage moved to Muncie and lived there and worked for the Ball glassworks for a while and then moved back to Van Buren County Iowa.  When ever Williard would move like this it would almost always be where family was located. So would anyone know where these 4 women might be located?                                             Thank you,  Richard Harness

4-4-2008 Dear DCHS Researchers: I am currently doing some family history research on my 3rd Great Grandmother, Elizabeth (PERAGEN) FRIEND, who had came to Delaware County approximately 1827 with her two youngest daughters, Harriet and Electa Ann FRIEND.  Also, her son Nicholas FRIEND with is first wife, Mary (HAINES) and baby, Harvey FRIEND.  In my recent research, I have learned that Elizabeth had been the second woman to purchase two 80-acres parcels in Delaware Township on 29 September 1831 and 30 November 1831 from the 24 April 1820 Cash-Sale Public Land Act, which the Federal grant certificate that was issued on 16 March 1832.  A few month thereafter, Elizabeth was then being indicted for adultery and fornication, along with a friend of the family, Andrew BOGGS, whom she married in 1836.  However, after many repeated court appearances over the course of two years.  The judge dismissed this case on ground of no evidence related to the charges mentioned.  But she did moved to Blackford County or at least she bought additional land in 1833 in Blackford County while yet still making court appearances.  Her son Nicholas was held by a bond of the State of Indiana - Delware County to assure that his mother made her court appearances.  Nevertheless, she did sale her 160-acres to an Abraham Custer in 1835.  What I would like is for any additional evidence of primary source documents that may have tied my 3rd Great Grandmother into the early American history of the women's rights movement.  I would like to see if there were any other women of this county who may have left some diaries, letters, and/or other indication of their life as a woman in the early Indiana history.  Also, if there were any early magazines, newspapers, other other medium that could have sought any reason of the early women's rights movement.  Your help would be greatly appreciated.  Thank you for your time. Matthew D. Friend

3-19-2008 I am searching for the birth record of my great-grand father, James Franklin Tillman, born July, 1856 in Muncie.  I am trying to determine who his parents are.  Any help is appreciated.   Added 4-1-2008: 1.  George Washington Tillman 2.  James Franklin Tillman 3.  John Alex Tillman 4.  Ita (Tillman) Hartley 5.  Carl Hartley Carl Hartley

3-19-2008 Recently I purchased an old baby carriage and the only identification was a brass plaque underneath the bottom of the carriage marked "Made exclusively for R. Tyler Company, Muncie, Indiana.  Any information about the R. Tyler Company would be appreciated.  Brady Brummett

2-18-2008   I purchased the butcher rack shown in the picture below back in Nov. 1999. The prior owner lived in Muncie for 45 years and said she purchased it at an auction of a butcher shop contents sometime in the late 1940's or early 50's. She said she thought it was on Main St. She had remembered it, prior to the sale,  in the window with sausage hanging from it.   I'm trying to develop some history on it and would like to know the name of the shop, how long it was in business, owner's etc. I would like to know if any "old timers" that may still be around remember this piece and the earliest they may have recollection seeing it in the window. I'm trying to determine it's age as close as possible.   Any help would be appreciated, Tim Bonelli

2-18-2008   Hello, I am trying to find information on the oil wells around Desoto, specifically the wells that used to be in the area bordered by Clifton Rd on the south, 450 E on the west and Shindel on the east. Most of the wells were powered by the old Central Power source and date from 1906. They were run by Unity Oil and Gas, but Unity did not acquire the wells until April, 1920. Before that , I believe Robert E Gregg Oil and Gas may have ran the wells. The leases were held by someone named Coons.   The industrial history and simple mechanics of these old well systems fascinates me. If you have any information, especially photos, I would appreciate it.   Woodswolf1

1-18-2008   I just recently learned that my 1st cousin 3 times removed, Frank D. Wine/Wyne is said to have been murdered around 1938.  He is found in 1930 living at 1305 S. Meeker Ave. with his wife and family:   Frank Wyne-46-IN IN IN  Truck Manager/Oil Company Clara L. 41-KY KY KY Charles L. 17 IN IN KY Francis R. 14 IN IN KY Eula R. 11 IN IN KY Betty E. 3 3/12 IN IN KY   By chance, do you have any further information regarding this event?   Thanks You, C.A. Kelly

9-16-2007 I am a graduate student and I am currently researching popular entertainment in nineteenth century Indiana.  I recently came across the traveling medicine show called "Dr. Bartone's One Deal Comedy Company" which supposedly wintered in nearby Albany.  Does anyone have any records on this topic or know of any personal papers or newspaper clippings/records of the show?  If so please contact me. Micah Childress

9-4-2007 In the Carmichael (Blowers) Cemetery in Muncie, Indiana there is the grave of William H. Mansfield, it says that he died on March 21, 1869 aged 46 yrs. 11 mo. and 26 days. I was wondering if anyone out there might be able to tell me if William H. Mansfield was married to Deborah Ann Dangler, if this is him they were married on September 21, 1854 in Darke County, Ohio. They had 2 sons that I know of  Samuel W. Mansfield born: April 15, 1855 in Ohio, and John W. Mansfield Born: 1862 in Ohio, there also may have been a third child born to this marriage. I just am looking for some confirmation on any of this information! Thank you, Keith Lawrence

6-14-2007 I am seeking information on William Martin VanBuren Ice and wife Rebecca Slaughter, ancestors and/or descendants of Delaware Co., IN. William was born 05 Jun 1842 in Delaware Co., IN. Rebecca was born in Indiana in 1846, but county is unknown. Her father was Jeremiah Slaughter (b. Wood Co., OH) and her mother was Sarah Cain. William's parents were Frederick Ice and Mary Martin Ice of Grant Co., IN. I have much information on the Ice family, but little on William and his life in Delaware County. All information is appreciated, pictures are welcome. Thank you, Pam Garber

5-10-2007 I am looking for information on William B. Rowden. He was my 3rd gr grandfather. William was born in 1799 in Maryland and married Mary Shidler/Shideler, daughter of Abraham Shidler/Shideler and Ruth Wood, in Athens Ohio on 01/02/1825. They moved from Ohio to Delaware Co, In about 1834/1835. I found William in the 1840 census and the 1860 census in Union Twp, Delaware Co. He was not in the 1870 census and I feel he died between the 1860 census and 1865 as his children are found buying land in Huntington Co, IN. I was hoping I could get help with the his date of death and where he is buried. He was probably buried close to Union Twp.   Thank you, Phylis Bailey

4-29-2007 Have the photographs of Arrasmith been kept and preserved? If so how can I access them?   tgallen@tampabay.rr.com

4-24-2007   I am trying to determine how my great grandfather's brother, Isaac Hughes died.  Isaac was born Jan 19, 1845 in Bucks County, PA.  The family moved to Indiana (Delaware County) where Isaac and my great grandfather Matthew Hughes joined the Union Army.  Isaac was with the 19th Indiana Infantry, Co E.  He was a Blackhat.  On July 1, 1863 he was wounded at Gettysburg.  He was apparently picked up by the Confederates and his right arm was amputated on July 3.  By September 18, 1863, Isaac was released to go home.  We know that he applied for a pension and was granted one--$8/month.  Isaac is buried beside his mother, Rachel, in Beech Grove Cemetery.  We are not sure how or when he died.  Great grandfather Matthew had his death as August 13, 1864.  Any information on what happened to Isaac between is release from the army to his death, much appreciated.   Margaret Kingsford

4-19-2007 I am searching for information pertaining to the beginnings of Merchants Bank in Muncie.  I know that it occupied the building at the 122 W. Main (N/W corner of the intersection of Mulberry/Main, catty-cornered from current Merchants Bank and directly across Main from Ed Perry's old florist shop).  Pictures, written history would both be greatly appreciated! Jen Smith

4-6-2007 I am trying to find out more about a business that I believe was based in Muncie.  I recently bought a beautiful full-length muskrat fur coat.  The label has me intrigued, and I would like to know more about this furrier.  The label reads:      York Furs, Muncie      Custom Designed by Mr. Bernhard  (Possibly Mr. Beruhard; the name is in script) I bought this coat from a vintage clothing collection being auctioned at Christy's of Southport, Indiana.  Whatever information you can find would be greatly appreciated. Mrs. Nora Hovee

3-20-2007 Seeking very basic info about the "Lake Delaware Resort" on Cornbread Rd next to the RR in Yorktown -- when built, by whom, when closed, eventual fate of building.  I have an old clipping from the Star (undated) stating that the lake was formed by a dam that was flooded out in the 1890s. It states that the Big Four RR operated excursions, and that many spent entire summers at the resort.  (Hard to believe... Yorktown was a tourist trap.)  Rex Dwyer

3-20-2007 Interested in knowing the precise year Oliver H Smith platted Yorktown -- I know that he donated a lot to the Methodist Society in 1846.  (Incidentally, the lot was never claimed by the church, and a Nancy Campbell was granted a deed in 1923 based on 20 years' occupancy.)  Also, as a child I was told that Smith, a US Senator, profited from inside information about the future route of the railroad when he bought up the land that became Yorktown.  Can that be backed up by a reliable source? Rex Dwyer

3-20-2007 Seeking info about, the history of the place name "West Muncie" referring to that area. Rex Dwyer

3-4-2007 I need some help on Elias Roscoe Thompson b. c 1870 & m. 22 Sept. 1889 Delaware Co. IN to Rella Whitamyer. Also Nancy Younce d/o Joseph Younce d. 1870 Delaware Co. IN.  Nancy was md. to Henry Whitamyer in Wabash Co. in 1861.  Where are they buried and when died? Glenda Thompson

2-23-2007 Looking for parents of Francis C. JONES who married Naoma Fleming in Delaware county, Sept.1842. They left Delaware county in the 1850 for Christian county, Ill.  Kayfleming@aol.com

2-4-2007 My name is Lori Godlove-Frazier. I have been doing research on the Godlove family from Muncie, IN for a few years now.  Although I have found out quite a bit on the Godlove Cemetery, and that Joseph Godlove had taught school in his kitchen.  Virginia Fyfe had taken photos of the farm for me.  Has anyone tried to preserve this home or showed any interest?  I am assuming from the pictures it is abandoned.    Also, I have attached a photo of 2 gentleman which I assume to be part of the Godlove family.  Can you help me on how I can identify them. Thank you,  Lori Godlove-Frazier

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