An index of the students in grades 9 through 12 at Cascade High School in Clayton in 1991 has been added to the Hendricks County GenWeb site. This index was compiled from the Cascade High School 1991 yearbook, Colossus. This yearbook is in the collection of the Plainfield library.
NOTE: Cascade High School opened in Clayton in the fall of 1964 as the consolidation of 3 school districts - Clayton, Amo and Stilesville.
Wednesday, August 31, 2016
Tuesday, August 30, 2016
Adoption of Lynn Marie KINLEY (1974)
source: The Republican (Danville, Indiana) - issue of Thursday, April 25, 1974 - page 5, column 5:
According to a legal notice, in April 1974 there was a petition filed by Ronald D. McBride in the Hendricks County Superior Court (case # A 74-10) to adopt Lynn Marie Kinley, a minor. Her biological father, Terry Kinley, was listed as whereabouts unknown, his last known address being New York City. The case was scheduled to be heard in court on June 20, 1974.
According to a legal notice, in April 1974 there was a petition filed by Ronald D. McBride in the Hendricks County Superior Court (case # A 74-10) to adopt Lynn Marie Kinley, a minor. Her biological father, Terry Kinley, was listed as whereabouts unknown, his last known address being New York City. The case was scheduled to be heard in court on June 20, 1974.
Monday, August 29, 2016
Adoption of Christopher Allen ALEXANDER (1973)
source: The Republican (Danville, Indiana) - issue of Thursday, November 8, 1973 - page 3, column 6:
According to a legal notice, in November 1973 there was a petition filed by William Arthur Agnew in the Hendricks County Superior Court (case # A 73-54) to adopt Christopher Allen Alexander, a minor. His biological father, Chester Jackson Alexander, was listed as not having been found and "willfully failing to provide for the care and support of the child." The case was scheduled to be heard in court 30 days after publication of the legal notice.
According to a legal notice, in November 1973 there was a petition filed by William Arthur Agnew in the Hendricks County Superior Court (case # A 73-54) to adopt Christopher Allen Alexander, a minor. His biological father, Chester Jackson Alexander, was listed as not having been found and "willfully failing to provide for the care and support of the child." The case was scheduled to be heard in court 30 days after publication of the legal notice.
Sunday, August 28, 2016
Hendricks County marriage index for 1999-1999 added
An index of Hendricks County marriage license book 62 (which covers 5 February 1999 through 23 October 1999) has been added to the marriage records section of the Hendricks County GenWeb site.
This marriage index now covers 1904 through 1999; more years will be added later.
The Hendricks County Government's Archive has digital files of the marriage license books for 1824 through 2003.
This marriage index now covers 1904 through 1999; more years will be added later.
The Hendricks County Government's Archive has digital files of the marriage license books for 1824 through 2003.
Saturday, August 27, 2016
Adoption of Angela Maria HUGHES and Michelle Rene HUGHES (1973)
source: The Republican (Danville, Indiana) - issue of Thursday, September 20, 1973 - page 7, column 7:
According to a legal notice, in September 1973 there was a petition filed by William Ray Huskey in the Hendricks County Superior Court (case # A 73-46) to adopt minor children Angela Maria Hughes and Michelle Rene Hughes. Their biological father, Benjamin Hughes, was listed as having abandoned and deserted the children; their biological mother was listed as Rebecca Maria Huskey. The case was scheduled to be heard in court 30 days after publication of the legal notice.
According to a legal notice, in September 1973 there was a petition filed by William Ray Huskey in the Hendricks County Superior Court (case # A 73-46) to adopt minor children Angela Maria Hughes and Michelle Rene Hughes. Their biological father, Benjamin Hughes, was listed as having abandoned and deserted the children; their biological mother was listed as Rebecca Maria Huskey. The case was scheduled to be heard in court 30 days after publication of the legal notice.
Friday, August 26, 2016
Adoption of Heather Marie SMITH (1973)
source: The Republican (Danville, Indiana) - issue of Thursday, June 28, 1973 - page 7, column 3:
According to a legal notice, in June 1973 there was a petition filed by Charles B. Smith and Mary Joe Smith in the Hendricks County Superior Court (case # A 73-32) to adopt Heather Marie Smith, a minor. Her biological father, Jerry Leo, was listed as address unknown, and it stated that he had never been married to the child's biological mother, Cynthia Smith Goodman, who was dead. The petitioners stated they were the closest blood kin to the child. The case was scheduled to be heard in court 30 days after publication of the legal notice.
According to a legal notice, in June 1973 there was a petition filed by Charles B. Smith and Mary Joe Smith in the Hendricks County Superior Court (case # A 73-32) to adopt Heather Marie Smith, a minor. Her biological father, Jerry Leo, was listed as address unknown, and it stated that he had never been married to the child's biological mother, Cynthia Smith Goodman, who was dead. The petitioners stated they were the closest blood kin to the child. The case was scheduled to be heard in court 30 days after publication of the legal notice.
Thursday, August 25, 2016
Adoption of Mary Katherine HACKER and Jackson Carl HACKER, Jr. (1973)
source: The Republican (Danville, Indiana) - issue of Thursday, March 29, 1973 - page 7, column 1:
According to a legal notice, in March 1973 there was a petition filed by Henry William Douglas in the Hendricks County Superior Court (case # A 73-20) to adopt minor children Mary Katherine Hacker and Jackson Carl Hacker, Jr. Their biological father, Jackson Carl Hacker, was listed as having abandoned and deserted them. Their biological mother was listed as Mary Katherine Douglas. The case was scheduled to be heard in court 30 days after publication of the legal notice.
According to a legal notice, in March 1973 there was a petition filed by Henry William Douglas in the Hendricks County Superior Court (case # A 73-20) to adopt minor children Mary Katherine Hacker and Jackson Carl Hacker, Jr. Their biological father, Jackson Carl Hacker, was listed as having abandoned and deserted them. Their biological mother was listed as Mary Katherine Douglas. The case was scheduled to be heard in court 30 days after publication of the legal notice.
Wednesday, August 24, 2016
Hendricks County estate index for 1969-1971 added
An index of the Hendricks County estate cases that had legal notices published in the Danville newspapers Danville Gazette and The Republican for the years 1969 through 1971 has been added to the probate records section of the Hendricks County GenWeb site.
This index of estate cases now covers 1945-1971; more years will be added later.
This may not be a comprehensive list of all the Hendricks County estate cases for this time period; legal notices could be filed in any newspaper in the county.
This index of estate cases now covers 1945-1971; more years will be added later.
This may not be a comprehensive list of all the Hendricks County estate cases for this time period; legal notices could be filed in any newspaper in the county.
Tuesday, August 23, 2016
Adoption of Paul Edward DEAL (1973)
source: The Republican (Danville, Indiana) - issue of Thursday, March 8, 1973 - page 7, column 5:
According to a legal notice, in March 1973 there was a petition filed by Virgil Earl Bennett, III in the Hendricks County Circuit Court (case # A 73-12) to adopt Paul Edward Deal, a minor. His biological father, Michael Deal, was listed as having abandoned and deserted him. The case was scheduled to be heard in court 30 days after publication of the legal notice.
According to a legal notice, in March 1973 there was a petition filed by Virgil Earl Bennett, III in the Hendricks County Circuit Court (case # A 73-12) to adopt Paul Edward Deal, a minor. His biological father, Michael Deal, was listed as having abandoned and deserted him. The case was scheduled to be heard in court 30 days after publication of the legal notice.
Monday, August 22, 2016
Name change of Lisa Ranae DAMERON (1972)
source: Danville Gazette (Danville, Indiana) - issue of Thursday, October 26, 1972 - page 7, column 3:
According to a legal notice, in October 1972 there was a petition filed by Lisa Ranae Dameron in the Hendricks County Circuit Court (case # C 72-327) to change her name to Lisa Ranae Snyder. Because she was under 21, the petition was filed on her behalf by Bonnie Jean Snyder. The case was scheduled to be heard in court on December 22, 1972.
According to a legal notice, in October 1972 there was a petition filed by Lisa Ranae Dameron in the Hendricks County Circuit Court (case # C 72-327) to change her name to Lisa Ranae Snyder. Because she was under 21, the petition was filed on her behalf by Bonnie Jean Snyder. The case was scheduled to be heard in court on December 22, 1972.
Sunday, August 21, 2016
List of New Winchester students in 1961 added
An index of the New Winchester students in grades 1 through 12 in 1961 has been added to the Hendricks County GenWeb site. This index was compiled from the New Winchester High School 1961 yearbook, The Warrior. This yearbook has been digitized and is available online in the Archives section of the Hendricks County Government website.
Saturday, August 20, 2016
Name change of Minnie Marie WADE and Donaldo Vargas WADE (1972)
source: The Republican (Danville, Indiana) - issue of Thursday, August 31, 1972 - page 7, column 3:
According to a legal notice, in August 1972 Minnie Marie Wade filed a petition in the Hendricks County Superior Court (case # S 72-228) to change her name to Marie Wade Davenport. She also petitioned to change the name of her minor son, Donaldo Vargas Wade, to Aaron Donald Davenport. The case was scheduled to be heard in court on October 16, 1972.
According to a legal notice, in August 1972 Minnie Marie Wade filed a petition in the Hendricks County Superior Court (case # S 72-228) to change her name to Marie Wade Davenport. She also petitioned to change the name of her minor son, Donaldo Vargas Wade, to Aaron Donald Davenport. The case was scheduled to be heard in court on October 16, 1972.
Friday, August 19, 2016
Danville enacts smoking ban (1947)
source: Danville Gazette (Danville, Indiana) - issue of Thursday, April 10, 1947
According to a legal notice, on April 7, 1947, the Danville town council (then known as the board of trustees) passed an ordinance banning smoking in all public buildings. The ban was to go in effect on April 21, 1947, with the fire marshal to post signs notifying the public. Violators of the ordinance would face a $10 fine.
According to a legal notice, on April 7, 1947, the Danville town council (then known as the board of trustees) passed an ordinance banning smoking in all public buildings. The ban was to go in effect on April 21, 1947, with the fire marshal to post signs notifying the public. Violators of the ordinance would face a $10 fine.
Thursday, August 18, 2016
Plainfield library digitizes Hendricks County family history files
The Indiana Room of the Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library has digitized their collection of family history files. There are almost 475 files about various Hendricks County families. These files were compiled by their descendants and donated to the library. Some of these files were donated as far back as 1968.
Adoption of Stephen William WAGNER (1970)
source: The Republican (Danville, Indiana) - issue of Thursday, April 30, 1970 - page 3, column 4:
According to a legal notice, in April 1970 there was a petition filed by William S. Bowman in the Hendricks County Superior Court (case # A 70-16) to adopt Stephen William Wagner, a minor. His biological father, William Eugene Houk, was listed as whereabouts unknown. The case was scheduled to be heard in court on June 22, 1970.
According to a legal notice, in April 1970 there was a petition filed by William S. Bowman in the Hendricks County Superior Court (case # A 70-16) to adopt Stephen William Wagner, a minor. His biological father, William Eugene Houk, was listed as whereabouts unknown. The case was scheduled to be heard in court on June 22, 1970.
Wednesday, August 17, 2016
List of Avon High School graduates in 1971 added
An index of students who graduated from Avon High School in 1971 has been added to the school records section of the Hendricks County GenWeb site. This index was compiled from an article published in a Danville newspaper.
Tuesday, August 16, 2016
Adoption of Mark Aaron CHESTNUT (1970)
source: The Republican (Danville, Indiana) - issue of Thursday, January 22, 1970 - page 7, column 3:
According to a legal notice, in January 1970 there was a petition filed by Larry William Thomas in the Hendricks County Superior Court (case # A 70-2) to adopt Mark Aaron Chestnut, a minor. His biological father, Van Robert Chestnut, was listed as not a resident of Indiana. The case was scheduled to be heard in court on March 12, 1970.
According to a legal notice, in January 1970 there was a petition filed by Larry William Thomas in the Hendricks County Superior Court (case # A 70-2) to adopt Mark Aaron Chestnut, a minor. His biological father, Van Robert Chestnut, was listed as not a resident of Indiana. The case was scheduled to be heard in court on March 12, 1970.
Monday, August 15, 2016
Adoption of Jerald Franklin NEWLAN (1963)
source: The Republican (Danville, Indiana) - issue of Thursday, January 31, 1963 - page 5, column 4:
According to a legal notice, in January 1963 there was a petition filed by Devee Rice Sanders in the Hendricks County Circuit Court (case # A 62-27) to adopt Jerald Franklin Newlan, a minor. His biological father was listed as whereabouts unknown. The case was scheduled to be heard in court on March 30, 1963.
According to a legal notice, in January 1963 there was a petition filed by Devee Rice Sanders in the Hendricks County Circuit Court (case # A 62-27) to adopt Jerald Franklin Newlan, a minor. His biological father was listed as whereabouts unknown. The case was scheduled to be heard in court on March 30, 1963.
Sunday, August 14, 2016
Hendricks County estate index for 1966-1968 added
An index of the Hendricks County estate cases that had legal notices published in the Danville newspapers Danville Gazette and The Republican for the years 1966 through 1968 has been added to the probate records section of the Hendricks County GenWeb site.
This index of estate cases now covers 1945-1968; more years will be added later.
This may not be a comprehensive list of all the Hendricks County estate cases for this time period; legal notices could be filed in any newspaper in the county.
This index of estate cases now covers 1945-1968; more years will be added later.
This may not be a comprehensive list of all the Hendricks County estate cases for this time period; legal notices could be filed in any newspaper in the county.
Saturday, August 13, 2016
Loren Ray MITCHELL dies in fire (1953)
source: The Republican (Danville, Indiana) - issue of Thursday, November 19, 1953 page 1, columns 3-4:
SEVEN-YEAR-OLD BELLEVILLE LAD BURNED TO DEATH YESTERDAY
A 7-year-old Belleville grade school boy was burned to death yesterday noon while playing in a "playhouse" in the haymow of his father's barn, 2 miles south of Belleville on State Road 39.
Loren Ray Mitchell, son of Mr. and Mrs. Lyman Mitchell, was home from school yesterday because the heating plant at the Belleville grade school was out of operation. He and a brother, Larry, age 9, were in the "playhouse" when the barn caught fire.
The cause of the fire was believed to be defective wiring. The barn contained a large amount of hay, five or six calves, a corn picker and some other small farm equipment.
The charred body of the lad was found in the southeast corner of the razed structure. The mass was identified by Coroner F.N. Wright as that of a human body.
The brother, Larry, escaped injury, but apparently the fire burned out the side of the barn causing it to cave-in on the other land.
Fire departments from Danville, Plainfield and Clayton were called to put out the fire, but it was beyond control.
It was reported at the scene of the tragedy that Loren had eight brothers and sisters, the youngest being 1 1/2 years old.
SEVEN-YEAR-OLD BELLEVILLE LAD BURNED TO DEATH YESTERDAY
A 7-year-old Belleville grade school boy was burned to death yesterday noon while playing in a "playhouse" in the haymow of his father's barn, 2 miles south of Belleville on State Road 39.
Loren Ray Mitchell, son of Mr. and Mrs. Lyman Mitchell, was home from school yesterday because the heating plant at the Belleville grade school was out of operation. He and a brother, Larry, age 9, were in the "playhouse" when the barn caught fire.
The cause of the fire was believed to be defective wiring. The barn contained a large amount of hay, five or six calves, a corn picker and some other small farm equipment.
The charred body of the lad was found in the southeast corner of the razed structure. The mass was identified by Coroner F.N. Wright as that of a human body.
The brother, Larry, escaped injury, but apparently the fire burned out the side of the barn causing it to cave-in on the other land.
Fire departments from Danville, Plainfield and Clayton were called to put out the fire, but it was beyond control.
It was reported at the scene of the tragedy that Loren had eight brothers and sisters, the youngest being 1 1/2 years old.
Friday, August 12, 2016
Adoption of Darcy Lynn CARLIN (1965)
source: Danville Gazette (Danville, Indiana) - issue of Thursday, June 29, 1965 - page 2, column 5:
According to a legal notice, in June 1965 there was a petition filed in the Hendricks County Superior Court (case # A 65-17) to adopt Darcy Lynn Carlin, a minor. Her biological father, Stan Carlin, was listed as whereabouts unknown. The case was scheduled to be heard in court on September 22, 1965.
According to a legal notice, in June 1965 there was a petition filed in the Hendricks County Superior Court (case # A 65-17) to adopt Darcy Lynn Carlin, a minor. Her biological father, Stan Carlin, was listed as whereabouts unknown. The case was scheduled to be heard in court on September 22, 1965.
Thursday, August 11, 2016
Avon bank gets first drive-up window in Hendricks County (1958)
source: Danville Gazette (Danville, Indiana) - issue of Thursday, October 9, 1958 - page 1, columns 5-6
According to a newspaper article, on October 15, 1958, the Danville State Bank opened a branch in Avon (it already had a branch in Clayton). The bank was on US 36, at the site of the former Avon Community Building. Among the features it offered was service through a drive-up window, which was the first in the county.
Hursel C. Disney, Mrs. Bess Miller, Mrs. Crawford Taylor of Danville and Mrs. Arthur Davis of Avon were to be the employees.
According to a newspaper article, on October 15, 1958, the Danville State Bank opened a branch in Avon (it already had a branch in Clayton). The bank was on US 36, at the site of the former Avon Community Building. Among the features it offered was service through a drive-up window, which was the first in the county.
Hursel C. Disney, Mrs. Bess Miller, Mrs. Crawford Taylor of Danville and Mrs. Arthur Davis of Avon were to be the employees.
Wednesday, August 10, 2016
List of Washington Township landowners in 1932 added
An index of the landowners in Washington Township in 1932 has been added to the Land Records section of the Hendricks County GenWeb site. This index was compiled from the Hendricks County Assessor's collection of plat books and lists the Congressional Township, Range and Section that the land was located in.
The Hendricks County Government's Archive has digital files of the plat books for scattered years between 1852 and 1940.
The Hendricks County Government's Archive has digital files of the plat books for scattered years between 1852 and 1940.
Tuesday, August 9, 2016
Adoption of Jeffrey Joseph STEWART (1969)
source: The Republican (Danville, Indiana) - issue of Thursday, October 2, 1969 - page 7, column 6:
According to a legal notice, in October 1969 there was a petition filed by Norman E. Whitney in the Hendricks County Superior Court (case # A 69-33) to adopt Jeffrey Joseph Stewart, a minor. His biological father, Eldon Stewart, was listed as whereabouts unknown. The case was scheduled to be heard in court on November 16, 1969.
According to a legal notice, in October 1969 there was a petition filed by Norman E. Whitney in the Hendricks County Superior Court (case # A 69-33) to adopt Jeffrey Joseph Stewart, a minor. His biological father, Eldon Stewart, was listed as whereabouts unknown. The case was scheduled to be heard in court on November 16, 1969.
Monday, August 8, 2016
Plainfield genealogy group to discuss newspaper research
The Family History Hounds genealogy group will meet on Thursday, September 1 from 1 to 3 pm at the Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library. The meeting will be held upstairs in the library's meeting rooms. Leigh Anne Johnson from the Indiana State Library will give a presentation on using newspapers in research, including how newspaper items can piece together family ties at a time when other records don't exist.
If you are interested in the group, or have questions, please contact Plainfield library's Indiana Room - e-mail askindiana@plainfieldlibrary.net or phone (317) 839-6602 extension 2114.
If you are interested in the group, or have questions, please contact Plainfield library's Indiana Room - e-mail askindiana@plainfieldlibrary.net or phone (317) 839-6602 extension 2114.
Sunday, August 7, 2016
List of North Salem students in 1970 added
An index of the North Salem students in grades 1 through 12 in 1970 has been added to the school records section of the Hendricks County GenWeb site. This index was compiled from the North Salem High School 1970 yearbook, Echo. This yearbook is in the collection of the Danville library.
Friday, August 5, 2016
Danville to host program on Indiana court records
Ron Darrah will discuss Indiana court records and what genealogy information they contain on Saturday, August 20 at 10 am at the Crawley Business Center on the north side of the courthouse square in Danville. The Crawley Business Center is at 8 West Main Street - its entrance is next door to the Visit Hendricks County office. This program is sponsored by the Danville Public Library and pre-registration is required. You can register online or contact the library - phone (317) 745-2604.
Beverly Jean SECHREST first baby born at Hendricks County Hospital (1962)
source: The Republican (Danville, Indiana) - issue of Thursday, May 31, 1962 - page 1, columns 5-8:
According to a newspaper article, Beverly Jean Sechrest (weighing 9 pounds, 7 ounces; born May 21) was the first baby born at the newly-opened Hendricks County Hospital in Danville. Her mother was Mary E. Sechrest, of Rural Route 2, Indianapolis (near Plainfield).
According to a newspaper article, Beverly Jean Sechrest (weighing 9 pounds, 7 ounces; born May 21) was the first baby born at the newly-opened Hendricks County Hospital in Danville. Her mother was Mary E. Sechrest, of Rural Route 2, Indianapolis (near Plainfield).
Thursday, August 4, 2016
Name change of Marie Jo WINSON (1960)
source: The Republican (Danville, Indiana) - issue of Thursday, June 3, 1960 - page 3, column 4:
According to a legal notice, in June 1960, Marie Jo Winson was petitioning the Hendricks County Circuit Court (case # 7686) to change her name to Marie Jo DeLand. The petition was to be heard in court on August 6, 1960.
According to a legal notice, in June 1960, Marie Jo Winson was petitioning the Hendricks County Circuit Court (case # 7686) to change her name to Marie Jo DeLand. The petition was to be heard in court on August 6, 1960.
Wednesday, August 3, 2016
Hendricks County estate index for 1963-1965 added
An index of the Hendricks County estate cases that had legal notices published in the Danville newspapers Danville Gazette and The Republican for the years 1963 through 1965 has been added to the probate records section of the Hendricks County GenWeb site.
This index of estate cases now covers 1945-1965; more years will be added later.
This may not be a comprehensive list of all the Hendricks County estate cases for this time period; legal notices could be filed in any newspaper in the county.
This index of estate cases now covers 1945-1965; more years will be added later.
This may not be a comprehensive list of all the Hendricks County estate cases for this time period; legal notices could be filed in any newspaper in the county.
Tuesday, August 2, 2016
James Clayton SPEAR sues for loss of eye (1953)
source: Danville Gazette (Danville, Indiana) - issue of Thursday, November 26, 1953 - page 1, column 3:
YOUTH ASKS $15,000 FOR LOSS OF ONE EYE
A rye beard which destroyed the sight of his eye is the basis of a suit for $15,000 filed Friday in circuit court by James Clayton Spear, age 19, against Eugene Mitchell, Cleo Worrell, and Lester Worrell. Since the plaintiff is under age, the suit was filed by his father, Herman Spear.
According to the complaint, the defendants operate a grain threshing business. It is alleged that young Spears, who lives south of North Salem, was employed by the defendants on July 1, 1953, and was threshing grain on the Everett Hardwick farm, 5 miles northwest of Danville, when a rye beard got in his eye.
The complaint avers that it was necessary to remove the injured eye and install an artificial eye.
The suit charges that the defendants failed to comply with the state Workmen's Compensation Act and did not carry insurance on their employees.
NOTE: According to Hendricks County Circuit Court order book 103 (18 September 1954 - 15 October 1955), on September 28, 1954, in case #19454 (James Clayton Spear b/n/f Herman Spear vs. Eugene Mitchell, Cleo Worrell & Lester Worrell), the jury found for the defendants. The plaintiff was ordered to pay for the court costs.
YOUTH ASKS $15,000 FOR LOSS OF ONE EYE
A rye beard which destroyed the sight of his eye is the basis of a suit for $15,000 filed Friday in circuit court by James Clayton Spear, age 19, against Eugene Mitchell, Cleo Worrell, and Lester Worrell. Since the plaintiff is under age, the suit was filed by his father, Herman Spear.
According to the complaint, the defendants operate a grain threshing business. It is alleged that young Spears, who lives south of North Salem, was employed by the defendants on July 1, 1953, and was threshing grain on the Everett Hardwick farm, 5 miles northwest of Danville, when a rye beard got in his eye.
The complaint avers that it was necessary to remove the injured eye and install an artificial eye.
The suit charges that the defendants failed to comply with the state Workmen's Compensation Act and did not carry insurance on their employees.
NOTE: According to Hendricks County Circuit Court order book 103 (18 September 1954 - 15 October 1955), on September 28, 1954, in case #19454 (James Clayton Spear b/n/f Herman Spear vs. Eugene Mitchell, Cleo Worrell & Lester Worrell), the jury found for the defendants. The plaintiff was ordered to pay for the court costs.
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)
