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Indiana Genealogy Books

Historical Sketches and Reminiscences of Madison County, Indiana by John L. Forkner & Bryon H. Dyson. 1,038 pp., illus., index, paper. A richly detailed history of Madison County, its individual townships, and the city of Anderson, the county sear. Madison County covers an area of 450 square miles, just north of Indianapolis. The lands on which the county is established were originally occupied by the Delaware and Miami tribes, who ceded their territory to the United States in 1818. The text begins with an overview of the pre-settlement period and details the organization of the county. Each townhiip within the county is described in great detail, noting outstanding landmarks, local government and industry, the temperament and demeanor of the citizens, families of high regard, and any newsworthy incidents and occurrences. Biographical sketches are also included for notable county residents. UIN008       $69.00

History Of Daviess County Indiana Its People, Industries and Institutions by A.O. Fulkerson. 761 pp., illus., index, paper. By 1919 Daviess County in southwest Indiana County had one hundred eighty years of lively history to record and this voluminous collection of historical facts, opinions, lists, memories, biographies, data, and anecdotes is the successful result of that undertaking. Drawing from every avaiable resource, this book offers an inclusive picture of life in what began as part of the Northwest Territorities. The information is expertly organized and listed in the table of contents that includes general topics like Related State History, Physical and Geological Features, Political History, Daviess County at War, Educational History, and Townships. The subsections listed beneath include more specific topics on a myriad of subjects like Pontiac's Conspiracy, Natural Resources, Forts and Block houses, and Amusements of the Pioneers. Subjects of particular interest include encounters with the Indians, the building of the Wabash and Erie canal, and a lengthy description of the Underground Railroad including the names of the families whose homes served as stations providing food and shelter along its routes. There is obvious pride reflected in the stories of citizens who risked their lives to help slaves reach Canada and freedom. A communal belief in liberty for all men is demonstrated by their service to the Union during the Civil War. This volume includes lists of members of each regiment, where they fought and where their soldiers were wounded or killed. On a more domestic level the History of Daviess County contains complete lists of every kind of data gatherable from municipal and local resources including census numbers, teachers, auditors, physicians, attorneys, building costs, marriage and divorce records, and members of private organizations like the DAR along with the name of the ancestor who established theit eligibility. Biographical sketches of many of the County's distinguished citizens are included as well. UIN006       $53.50

Indiana Genealogical Research by Dr. George K. Schweitzer. 187 pp., paper. 1996. 1,044 sources for tracing your Indiana ancestor along with detailed instructions. UIN005       $12.00