List of New Winchester students in 1957 added

An index of the New Winchester students in grades 1-12 in 1957 has been added to the Hendricks County GenWeb site. This index was compiled from the New Winchester High School 1957 yearbook, The Warrior. This yearbook has been digitized and is available online in the Archives section of the Hendricks County Government website; it is also in the collection of the Danville library.

Name change of Amanda Kay DILLEHAY (1977)

As mentioned in Hendricks County Circuit Court Order Book 123 (March 1977 - June 1978), in June 1977, Amanda Kay Dillehay petitioned the court (case # C 77-113) to change her name to Amanda Kay Livingston. This petition (which was filed on her behalf by Karen A. Livingston) was granted.

Name change of Tracy Lee ROGERS (1977)

As mentioned in Hendricks County Circuit Court Order Book 123 (March 1977 - June 1978), in April 1977, Tracy Lee Rogers, a minor, petitioned the court (case # C 77-31) to change his name to Charles Leonard Rogers, Jr. This petition (which had been filed on his behalf by Charles Leonard Rogers) was granted.

Lincoln Township landowners in 1922 added

An index of the landowners in Lincoln Township in 1922 has been added to 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.

Name change of Suzanne Lee JEFFERS (1977)

As mentioned in Hendricks County Circuit Court Order Book 122 (February 1976 - March 1977), in February 1977, Suzanne Lee Jeffers petitioned the court (case # C 76-135) to change her name to Suzanne Lee Scheier. This petition was granted.

Name change of Jackie Gene ARNOLD (1977)

As mentioned in Hendricks County Circuit Court Order Book 122 (February 1976 - March 1977), in February 1977, Jackie Gene Arnold petitioned the court (case # C 77-18) to change his name to Jack Arnold. This petition was granted.

Name change of Misti Barber MANCHESTER (1976)

As mentioned in Hendricks County Circuit Court Order Book 122 (February 1976 - March 1977), in October 1976, Misti Barber Manchester petitioned the court (case # C 76-268) to change her name to Melissa Manchester Phillips. This petition (which was filed on her behalf by Jacqueline H. Phillips) was granted.

Laura (RAGAN) LEWIS dies in Los Angeles (1920)

from The Republican (Danville, Indiana) - issue of Thursday, May 20, 1920 - page 1, column 4:

DAUGHTER OF MAJOR RAGAN
The death of Mrs. Laura Ragan Lewis, daughter of Major Ragan who was long a well-known resident of Hendricks County, occurred in Los Angeles, California, on May 4th. Burial took place in Hollywood Cemetery in that city. Mrs. Lewis was born in Hendricks County and will be remembered by friends who knew her in childhood. Her later years were spent in Kansas City and in Los Angeles. She is survived by a son and daughter, one grandson, two sisters, Mrs. D.H. Huston, of San Diego, Calif., and Miss Nannie Ragan, of Los Angeles; and one brother, Gilbert L. Ragan, of Independence, Mo.

Hendricks County divorce index 1977-1978 added

An index to divorce cases settled in Hendricks County during 1977-1978 has been added to the Hendricks County GenWeb site. Entries were added from Hendricks County Circuit Court order book 123 (25 March 1977 - 2 June 1978).

The Hendricks County Government's Archive has digital files of the Circuit Court order books for the years 1824-1987. NOTE: In August 1963, the Hendricks County Superior Court was created, and it could preside over divorce cases just as the Circuit Court could. The set of order books for the Superior Court have not been digitized or indexed.

Name change of Lisa Murray MANCHESTER (1976)

As mentioned in Hendricks County Circuit Court Order Book 122 (February 1976 - March 1977), in October 1976, Lisa Murray Manchester petitioned the court (case # C 76-268) to change her name to Lisa Murray Manchester Phillips. This petition (which was filed on her behalf by Jacqueline H. Phillips) was granted.

Marie TOWNSEND files for divorce (1920)

from The Republican (Danville, Indiana) - issue of Thursday, June 3, 1920 - page 1, column 4:

ALLEGES CRUELTY
Marie Townsend wants a divorce from Robert J. Townsend, alleging cruel and inhuman treatment in that he was cross and ill-natured, had an uncontrollable temper and continually found fault with every act of plaintiff and would often curse her and strike her. They separated Oct. 22, 1919 and she sought employment for her own support. Plaintiff asks that her maiden name be restored. Parties were married August 29, 1914.

Name change of Eric Alan STRANGE (1976)

As mentioned in Hendricks County Circuit Court Order Book 122 (February 1976 - March 1977), in October 1976, Eric Alan Strange petitioned the court (case # C 76-274) to change his name to Eric Alan Reynolds. This petition was granted.

List of Cascade High School students in 1968 added

An index of the students in grades 7-12 at Cascade High School in Clayton in 1968 has been added to the Hendricks County GenWeb site. This index was compiled from the Cascade High School 1968 yearbook, Colossus, which is in the collection of the Plainfield Public Library.

NOTE: Cascade High School opened in the fall of 1964 as the result of the consolidation of the high schools of Clayton, Amo and Stilesville.

Name change of Jennifer Michelle GIBSON (1976)

As mentioned in Hendricks County Circuit Court Order Book 122 (February 1976 - March 1977), in August 1976, Jennifer Michelle Gibson (age 3) petitioned the court (case # C 76-182) to change her name to Jennifer Michelle Kennedy. This petition was granted.

Name change of Robert Lavern JORDAN (1976)

As mentioned in Hendricks County Circuit Court Order Book 122 (February 1976 - March 1977), in June 1976, Robert Lavern Jordan petitioned the court (case # C 76-131) to change his name to Robert Lavern Fuller. This petition was granted.

Name change of Noan Dee EBERSVILLER (1976)

As mentioned in Hendricks County Circuit Court Order Book 122 (February 1976 - March 1977), in June 1976, Noan Dee Ebersviller petitioned the court (case # C 76-155) to change her name to Melissa Sue Marallis. This petition was granted.

Center Township landowners in 1928 added

An index of the landowners in Center Township in 1928 has been added to 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.

Name change of Kimberly Kay GILPIN (1976)

As mentioned in Hendricks County Circuit Court Order Book 122 (February 1976 - March 1977), in March 1976, Kimberly Kay Gilpin (age 7) petitioned the court (case # C 76-39) to change her name to Kimberly Kay Modglin. This petition was granted.

Name change of George PFEIFFER (1976)

As mentioned in Hendricks County Circuit Court Order Book 122 (February 1976 - March 1977), in February 1976, George Pfeiffer petitioned the court (case # C 76-24) to change his name to George Robert Finley. This petition was granted.

Hendricks County divorce index 1976-1977 added

An index to divorce cases settled in Hendricks County during 1976-1977 has been added to the Hendricks County GenWeb site. Entries were added from Hendricks County Circuit Court order book 122 (24 February 1976 - 24 March 1977).

The Hendricks County Government's Archive has digital files of the Circuit Court order books for the years 1824-1987. NOTE: In August 1963, the Hendricks County Superior Court was created, and it could preside over divorce cases just as the Circuit Court could. The set of order books for the Superior Court have not been digitized or indexed.

Name change of Vickie Lynn WALKER (1976)

As mentioned in Hendricks County Circuit Court Order Book 121 (February 1975 - February 1976), in January 1976, Vickie Lynn Walker petitioned the court (case # C 75-462) to change her name to Victoria Lynn Walker. This petition was granted.

Name change of Billy Joe WALKER (1976)

As mentioned in Hendricks County Circuit Court Order Book 121 (February 1975 - February 1976), in January 1976, Billy Joe Walker petitioned the court (case # C 75-463) to change his name to William Joseph Walker. This petition was granted.

Name change of James Lee GEORGES (1975)

As mentioned in Hendricks County Circuit Court Order Book 121 (February 1975 - February 1976), in November 1975, James Lee Georges petitioned the court (case # C 75-346) to change his name to James Lee Meegan. This petition was granted.

List of North Salem students in 1949 added

An index of the students in grades 1-12 in North Salem schools in 1949 has been added to the Hendricks County GenWeb site. This index was compiled from the North Salem High School 1949 yearbook, Echoes of '49. This yearbook is in the collection of the Danville Public Library. It has also been digitized by Ancestry.com and can be accessed via a subscription to their website.

Name change of Sonny Harbor HAYS (1975)

As mentioned in Hendricks County Circuit Court Order Book 121 (February 1975 - February 1976), in September 1975, Sonny Harbor Hays petitioned the court (case # C 75-284) to change his name to Marc Sonny Harbor Hays. This petition was granted.

Name change of Claude Terrell REYNOLDS, Jr. (1975)

As mentioned in Hendricks County Circuit Court Order Book 121 (February 1975 - February 1976), in April 1975, Claude Terrell Reynolds, Jr. petitioned the court (case # C 73-83) to change his name to Terry C. Reynolds. This petition was granted.

Eel River Township landowners in 1932 added

An index of the landowners in Eel River Township in 1932 has been added to 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.

Name change of John Paul GIBBS (1975)

As mentioned in Hendricks County Circuit Court Order Book 121 (February 1975 - February 1976), in March 1975, John Paul Gibbs of Clayton petitioned the court (case # C 74-399) to change his name to Jack Paul Gibbs. This petition was granted.

Stanley BOONE divorce case dismissed due to his death (1972)

As mentioned in Hendricks County Circuit Court Order Book 119 (September 1972 - January 1974), in March 1973, Stanley R. Boone's divorce case against Rowena E. Boone (case # C 71-355) was dismissed because the court was advised that he had died.

Name change of Karen Ann FRANZ (1973)

As mentioned in Hendricks County Circuit Court Order Book 119 (September 1972 - January 1974), in December 1973, Karen Ann Franz petitioned the court (case # C 73-320) to change her name to Karen Ann Richardson. This petition was granted.

Hendricks County divorce index 1975-1976 added

An index to divorce cases settled in Hendricks County during 1975-1976 has been added to the Hendricks County GenWeb site. Entries were added from Hendricks County Circuit Court order book 121 (21 February 1975 - 23 February 1976).

The Hendricks County Government's Archive has digital files of the Circuit Court order books for the years 1824-1987. NOTE: In August 1963, the Hendricks County Superior Court was created, and it could preside over divorce cases just as the Circuit Court could. The set of order books for the Superior Court have not been digitized or indexed.

Name change of Betty Jean MERRILL (1973)

As mentioned in Hendricks County Circuit Court Order Book 119 (September 1972 - January 1974), in December 1973, Betty Jean Merrill petitioned the court to change her name to Jeanne Elizabeth Merrill. This petition was granted.

Name change of Cordia Ravina Sue SINGLETON (1973)

As mentioned in Hendricks County Circuit Court Order Book 119 (September 1972 - January 1974), in September 1973, Cordia Ravina Sue Singleton petitioned the court (case # C 73-252) to change her name to Cordia Ravina Sue Richardson. This petition was granted.

List of New Winchester students in 1955 added

An index of the New Winchester students in grades 1-12 in 1955 has been added to the Hendricks County GenWeb site. This index was compiled from the New Winchester High School 1955 yearbook, The Warrior. This yearbook has been digitized by Ancestry.com and can be accessed via a subscription to their website.

Name change of Donna E. CHILDS (1973)

As mentioned in Hendricks County Circuit Court Order Book 119 (September 1972 - January 1974), in August 1973, Donna E. Childs petitioned the court (case # C 73-215) to change her name to Donna E. Corliss. This petition was granted.

Name change of Leoma M. McCLELLAND (1973)

As mentioned in Hendricks County Circuit Court Order Book 119 (September 1972 - January 1974), in August 1973, Leoma M. McClelland petitioned the court (case # C 73-185) to change her name to Lee M. McClelland. This petition was granted.

Name change of Roelof L. SCHRODER (1973)

As mentioned in Hendricks County Circuit Court Order Book 119 (September 1972 - January 1974), in June 1973, Richard L. and Yvonne Schroder petitioned the court (case # C 73-137) to change the name of their minor son, Roelof L. Schroder, to Rudy L. Schroder. This petition was granted.

Hendricks County divorce index 1974-1975 added

An index to divorce cases settled in Hendricks County during 1974-1975 has been added to the Hendricks County GenWeb site. Entries were added from Hendricks County Circuit Court order book 120 (31 January 1974 - 21 February 1975).

The Hendricks County Government's Archive has digital files of the Circuit Court order books for the years 1824-1987. NOTE: In August 1963, the Hendricks County Superior Court was created, and it could preside over divorce cases just as the Circuit Court could. The set of order books for the Superior Court have not been digitized or indexed.

Name change of Betty L. PROFFITT (1973)

As mentioned in Hendricks County Circuit Court Order Book 119 (September 1972 - January 1974), in May 1973, Betty L. Proffitt petitioned the court (case # C 73-120) to change her name to Penny L. Proffitt. This petition was granted.

Name change of Celia Marie KAUFMAN (1972)

As mentioned in Hendricks County Circuit Court Order Book 119 (September 1972 - January 1974), in December 1972, Celia Marie Kaufman petitioned the court to change her name to Celia Marie Smith. She was represented in court by Linda M. Smith. This petition was granted.

Marion Township landowners in 1932 added

An index of the landowners in Marion Township in 1932 has been added to 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.

Name change of Jessie Louise SANDLIN (1972)

As mentioned in Hendricks County Circuit Court Order Book 119 (September 1972 - January 1974), in November 1972, Jessie Louise Sandlin petitioned the court (case # C 72-279) to change her name to Jessie Louise Insco. This petition was granted.

Name change of Alan Craig CREDIFORD (1974)

As mentioned in Hendricks County Circuit Court Order Book 120 (January 1974 - February 1975), in March 1974, Alan Craig Crediford petitioned the court (case # C 74-43) to change his name to Craig Alan Crediford. This petition was granted.

Hendricks County divorce index 1972-1974 added

An index to divorce cases settled in Hendricks County during 1972-1974 has been added to the Hendricks County GenWeb site. Entries were added from Hendricks County Circuit Court order book 119 (26 September 1972 - 29 January 1974).

The Hendricks County Government's Archive has digital files of the Circuit Court order books for the years 1824-1987. NOTE: In August 1963, the Hendricks County Superior Court was created, and it could preside over divorce cases just as the Circuit Court could. The set of order books for the Superior Court have not been digitized or indexed.

Name change of Kermet VAUGHN (1955)

According to a Hendricks County Probate Court docket sheet, in July 1955 a petition was filed by Kermet Vaughn (case #7439) to change his name. The petition was granted, and his name was changed to Kenneth Eugene Vaughn.

Name change of Darlene Janet SCHILLINGER (1955)

According to a Hendricks County Probate Court docket sheet, in January 1955 a petition was filed by Darlene Janet Schillinger (case #7422) to change her name. The petition was granted, and her name was changed to Darlene Janet Hurin.

Franklin Township landowners in 1920 added

An index of the landowners in Franklin Township in 1920 has been added to 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.

Adoption of Lynne S. RUSSELL (1952)

According to a Hendricks County Probate Court docket sheet, in April 1952 a petition was filed by Kenneth Coy Kincaid (case #7310) to adopt Lynne S. Russell, an adult. Her mother, Margaret Kincaid, consented. The petition was granted.

Adoption of Myron Clare HADLEY (1952)

According to a Hendricks County Probate Court docket sheet, in April 1952 a petition was filed by Lucy Ward Hadley (case #7305) of Danville to adopt Myron Clare Hadley, an adult. Myron was her stepson - her husband was David A. Hadley. The petition was granted.

Adoption of Della Gene SKAGGS (1952)

According to a Hendricks County Probate Court docket sheet, in January 1952 a petition was filed by Virl E. Stanley and Iva Mae Stanley (case #7286) to adopt Della Gene Skaggs, an adult. The petition was granted, and her name was changed to Della Gene Stanley Skaggs.

Hendricks County divorce index 1971-1972 added

An index to divorce cases settled in Hendricks County during 1971-1972 has been added to the Hendricks County GenWeb site. Entries were added from Hendricks County Circuit Court order book 118 (17 June 1971 - 25 September 1972).

The Hendricks County Government's Archive has digital files of the Circuit Court order books for the years 1824-1987. NOTE: In August 1963, the Hendricks County Superior Court was created, and it could preside over divorce cases just as the Circuit Court could. The set of order books for the Superior Court have not been digitized or indexed.

Adoption of Edna Jean LONG (1948)

According to a Hendricks County Probate Court docket sheet, in September 1948 a petition was filed by William Leslie Zimmerman and Estella Louie Edna Zimmerman (case #7126) to adopt Edna Jean Long, an adult. The petition was granted, and her name was changed to Edna Jean Zimmerman.

Harold THARP declared dead (1943)

According to a Hendricks County Probate Court docket sheet, in December 1943 a petition was filed by Vestal S. Tharp (case #6799) to be appointed administrator of the absentee estate of Harold Tharp, who had disappeared on February 18, 1913. His petition was granted, and Harold Tharp was declared dead.

Hendricks County obituaries index updated

Entries from 2015 have been added to the database Deaths from The Republican's Year in Review, which is on the Hendricks County GenWeb site. The Republican is a weekly newspaper published in Danville, Indiana. Once a year it publishes a special "Year in Review" issue, which includes a listing of all the deaths that were mentioned in each issue of that year.

This database includes the person's name and the issue of the newspaper their obituary appeared in. It now covers 1892-2015.

Adoption of Esther BLOOM (1945)

According to a Hendricks County Probate Court docket sheet, in May 1945 a petition was filed by Elmer L. Patten (case #6883) to adopt Esther Bloom, his stepdaughter, who was born March 3, 1920 in Marion County, Indiana. Esther's mother, Merlie H. Patten, filed her written consent, and the petition was granted.

Adoption of Rechaby Jewell WHITE (1942)

According to a Hendricks County Probate Court docket sheet, in June 1942 a petition was filed by Owen McAllister (case #6708) to adopt Rechaby Jewell White, an adult. The petition was granted, and her name was changed to Rechaby Jewell McAllister.

Name change of Elmer B. RAINEY (1971)

As mentioned in Hendricks County Circuit Court Order Book 117 (March 1970 - June 1971), in February 1971, Elmer B. Rainey petitioned the court (case # C 70-394) to change his name to Christopher Allen Rainey. This petition was granted.

Union Township landowners in 1928 added

An index of the landowners in Union Township in 1928 has been added to 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.

Name change for Leland Merritt QUILLEON dismissed (1942)

According to a Hendricks County Probate Court docket sheet, in January 1942 a petition was filed (case #6675) by Leland Merritt Quilleon to change his name. This petition was dismissed.

Name change of Pamela Lynn HARDEN (1970)

As mentioned in Hendricks County Circuit Court Order Book 117 (March 1970 - June 1971), in September 1970, Pamela Lynn Harden, a minor, petitioned the court (case # C 70-98) to change her name to Pamela Lynn Glazier. This petition was granted.

List of New Winchester students in 1950 added

An index of the New Winchester students in grades 1-12 in 1950 has been added to the Hendricks County GenWeb site. This index was compiled from the New Winchester High School 1950 yearbook, The Warrior. This yearbook has been digitized by Ancestry.com and can be accessed via a subscription to their website.

Name change of Casemur Frank GORNIEWICZ and Paula Faye GORNIEWICZ (1941)

According to a Hendricks County Probate Court docket sheet, in August 1941 a petition was filed (case #6640) by Casemur Frank Gorniewicz and Paula Faye Gorniewicz to change their last names to Gornes. The petition was granted, and their names were changed to Casemur Frank Gornes and Paula Faye Gornes.

Marriage of William B. SPURLOCK and Linda TAYLOR declared void (1970)

As mentioned in Hendricks County Circuit Court Order Book 116 (January 1969 - March 1970), in February 1970, the court heard this case (case # C 70-9). The case showed that when William B. Spurlock and Linda Taylor applied for a Hendricks County marriage license on April 25, 1964, they did so with a birth certificate that showed the bride's name as being Brenda Sue Morris. They were subsequently married on May 2, 1964, by Center Township Justice of the Peace R.B. Pickard. They had 2 children together, Connie Regina Spurlock (age 2) and Kathy Lynn Spurlock (age 1), and at the time of this court case, Linda was pregnant with another child.

The court declared their 1964 marriage to be void, since it was given under a fraudulent identity, but all the children from this marriage were declared to be legitimate.

Name change of Kevin HELMS (1969)

As mentioned in Hendricks County Circuit Court Order Book 116 (January 1969 - March 1970), in October 1969, Kevin O'Shea Helms petitioned the court (case # C 69-223) to change his name to Kevin O'Shea Sabo. This petition was granted.

Adoption of James Gerald FLANDERS (1941)

According to a Hendricks County Probate Court docket sheet, in May 1941 a petition was filed (case #6624) by Arthur and Esther Aubrey to adopt James Gerald Flanders. The petition was granted.

Hendricks County divorce index 1970-1971 added

An index to divorce cases settled in Hendricks County during 1970-1971 has been added to the Hendricks County GenWeb site. Entries were added from Hendricks County Circuit Court order book 117 (7 March 1970 - 16 June 1971).

The Hendricks County Government's Archive has digital files of the Circuit Court order books for the years 1824-1987. NOTE: In August 1963, the Hendricks County Superior Court was created, and it could preside over divorce cases just as the Circuit Court could. The set of order books for the Superior Court have not been digitized or indexed.

Adoption of Wilbur DARNELL (1939)

According to a Hendricks County Probate Court docket sheet, in March 1939 John and Mary Bybee filed a petition (case #6459) to adopt Wilbur Darnell, a minor child. His parents, Wilbur and Edna Darnell, both gave their consent. The petition was granted, and his name was changed to Wilbur Darnell Bybee.

Adoption of Frances Pearl AULBY (1938)

According to a Hendricks County Probate Court docket sheet, in May 1938 a petition was filed (case #6396) to adopt Frances Pearl Aulby, a minor child. The petition was granted, and her name was changed to Frances Pearl Cox.

Marion Township landowners in 1928 added

An index of the landowners in Marion Township in 1928 has been added to 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.

Richard BUTCHER divorce case dismissed due to his death (1968)

As mentioned in Hendricks County Circuit Court Order Book 115 (January 1968 - January 1969), in November 1968, Richard L. Butcher's divorce case against Agnes Butcher (case # C 68-160) was dismissed because the court was advised that he had died in April 1968.

Adoption of Shirley Ann WILSON (1941)

According to a Hendricks County Probate Court docket sheet, in April 1941 a petition was filed by Fred C. and Julia L. Fisher (case #6618) to adopt Shirley Ann Wilson, age 5. Her mother, Grace Wilson, and her grandmother, Martha Lyenberger, both gave their written consent, and her father, Nealie J. Wilson, appeared in court and gave his consent. The petition was granted, and her name was changed to Shirley Ann Fisher.

Adoption of Charles PENCE (1938)

According to a Hendricks County Probate Court docket sheet, in March 1938 Elmer Thornton Ragan and Mary Lee Ragan filed a petition (case #6384) to adopt Charles Pence. The petition was granted, and his name was changed to Charles Pence Ragan.

Name change of John Henry ASMANN (1940)

According to a Hendricks County Probate Court docket sheet, in October 1940 a petition was filed (case #6592) by John Henry Asmann to change his name to John Henry Thomas. The petition was granted.

Clay Township landowners in 1928 added

An index of the landowners in Clay Township in 1928 has been added to 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.

Name change of Robert Lynn JOHANTAGES (1968)

As mentioned in Hendricks County Circuit Court Order Book 115 (January 1968 - January 1969), in December 1968, Robert Lynn Johantages petitioned the court (case # C 68-436) to change his name to Robert Lynn Stayte. This petition was granted.

Adoption of Mary Elizabeth HADLEY (1938)

According to a Hendricks County Probate Court docket sheet, in March 1938 Amie M. Hadley filed a petition (case #6383) to adopt Mary Elizabeth Hadley, age 22. Her mother, Bernice Hadley, was dead; her father, Walter E. Hadley, was Amie's husband, and he gave his consent. The petition was granted.

Adoption of Donna Lamese MIDDLETON (1940)

According to a Hendricks County Probate Court docket sheet, in September 1940 a petition was filed (case #6584) by John Reedy to adopt Donna Lamese Middleton. Her mother filed her written consent, and the petition was granted. Her name was changed to Donna Lamese Reedy.

Hendricks County divorce index 1969-1970 added

An index to divorce cases settled in Hendricks County during 1969-1970 has been added to the Hendricks County GenWeb site. Entries were added from Hendricks County Circuit Court order book 116 (24 January 1969 - 6 March 1970).

The Hendricks County Government's Archive has digital files of the Circuit Court order books for the years 1824-1987. NOTE: In August 1963, the Hendricks County Superior Court was created, and it could preside over divorce cases just as the Circuit Court could. The set of order books for the Superior Court have not been digitized or indexed.

Adoption of James Henry LEISMAN (1938)

According to a Hendricks County Probate Court docket sheet, in January 1938 Sylvester and Dorott Coffman filed a petition (case #6368) to adopt James Henry Leisman, a minor child. His mother, Dorothea Coffman, gave her consent; the residence of his father, Leslie J. Thomas, was unknown. The petition was granted, and his name was changed to James Henry Coffman.

Name change of Mary Elizabeth YEAGER (1968)

As mentioned in Hendricks County Circuit Court Order Book 115 (January 1968 - January 1969), in December 1968, Mary Elizabeth Yeager petitioned the court (case # C 68-382) to change her name to Frances Elizabeth Yeager. This petition was granted.

Adoption of Judith Anne BECK (1937)

According to a Hendricks County Probate Court docket sheet, in September 1937 Morris C. and Anna Thomas filed a petition (case #6345) to adopt Judith Anne Beck, a minor child. Her parents, Everett and Eleanor Beck, both gave their consent. The petition was granted.

Adoption of Vera Jean OVERSTREET (1937)

According to a Hendricks County Probate Court docket sheet, in September 1937 Wilbur and Beulah S. Wilson filed a petition (case #6343) to adopt Vera Jean Overstreet, a neglected child of Putnam County. The petition was granted.

List of Danville High School students in 1959 added

An index of the students in grades 7-12 at Danville High School in 1959 has been added to the Hendricks County GenWeb site. This index was compiled from the Danville High School 1959 yearbook, Tom Tom, which is in the collection of the Plainfield library.

Name change of James V. FRIEL (1968)

As mentioned in Hendricks County Circuit Court Order Book 115 (January 1968 - January 1969), in October 1968, James V. Friel petitioned the court (case # C 68-313) to change his name to Leroy Albert Friel. This petition was granted.

Adoption of Minnie Eulalia CURRY (1937)

According to a Hendricks County Probate Court docket sheet, in September 1937 Dora A. Wing filed a petition (case #6342) to adopt Minnie Eulalia Curry. Minnie gave her consent herself. The petition was granted.

Name change of Dorothy Jean SHARTLE (1949)

According to a Hendricks County Probate Court docket sheet, in April 1949 a petition was filed by Dorothy Jean Shartle (case #7151) to change her name. The petition was granted, and her name was changed to Dorothy Jean Burch.

Middle Township landowners in 1922 added

An index of the landowners in Middle Township in 1922 has been added to 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.

Charles Clay SOPER estate filed (1939)

According to a Hendricks County Probate Court docket sheet, in October 1939 a petition was filed by Lelah Coaltrin (case #6520) to be appointed administrator of the absentee estate of Charles Clay Soper, who had died January 5, 1909. The petition was granted.

Name change of Vaughn Alan NAPIER and siblings (1968)

As mentioned in Hendricks County Circuit Court Order Book 115 (January 1968 - January 1969), in July 1968, Vaughn Alan Napier, Dawn Elaine Napier, Melissa Anne Napier and Dale Andrew Napier petitioned the court (case # C 68-74) to change their last names to POLLARD. Because they were minors, they were represented in court by their mother, Elizabeth May Pollard. Their petition was granted.

Adoption of Elspeth May SMITH & Beverly Ann SMITH (1936)

According to a Hendricks County Probate Court docket sheet, in August 1936 a petition was filed (case #6249) to adopt Elspeth May Smith and Beverly Ann Smith by their stepfather. Their mother, Elspeth J. Manning Simmons, filed her written consent, and their father, Ivor L. Smith, was said to have deserted them and was not a resident of Indiana. The petition was granted, and their names were changed to Elspeth May Simmons and Beverly Ann Simmons.

Adoption of Thomas MIGGENBURG (1939)

According to a Hendricks County Probate Court docket sheet, in June 1939 a petition was filed (case #6489) by Denzil and Mary Jane Hilderbrand to adopt Thomas Miggenburg. The Marion County Department of Public Welfare filed their written consent, and the petition was granted. His name was changed to Thomas Bolen Hilderbrand.

Hendricks County divorce index 1968-1969 added

An index to divorce cases settled in Hendricks County during 1968-1969 has been added to the Hendricks County GenWeb site. Entries were added from Hendricks County Circuit Court order book 115 (1 January 1968 - 23 January 1969).

The Hendricks County Government's Archive has digital files of the Circuit Court order books for the years 1824-1982. NOTE: In August 1963, the Hendricks County Superior Court was created, and it could hear divorce cases just as the Circuit Court could. The set of order books for the Superior Court have not been digitized or indexed.

Name change of Michael Earl MORAN (1968)

As mentioned in Hendricks County Circuit Court Order Book 115 (January 1968 - January 1969), in April 1968, Michael Earl Moran petitioned the court (case # C 68-79) to change his name to Michael William Moran. This petition was granted.

Adoption of James Ogden FERREL (1936)

According to a Hendricks County Probate Court docket sheet, in May 1936 Paul O. and Laura Ferrel filed a petition (case #6235) to adopt James Ogden Ferrel, a minor child. His mother, Barbara Wilson, filed her written consent, and Walter Mentzer was his "alleged father." The petition was granted.

List of Cascade High School students in 1984 added

An index of the students in grades 9-12 at Cascade High School in Clayton in 1984 has been added to the Hendricks County GenWeb site. This index was compiled from the Cascade High School 1984 yearbook, Colossus, which has been digitized by the Hendricks County Government Center.

NOTE: Cascade High School opened in the fall of 1964 as the result of the consolidation of the high schools of Clayton, Amo and Stilesville.

Name change of Eliza Lue Branam SMITH (1968)

As mentioned in Hendricks County Circuit Court Order Book 115 (January 1968 - January 1969), in April 1968, Eliza Lue Branam Smith petitioned the court (case # C 68-102) to change her name to Lula B. Smith. This petition was granted.

Name change of Joseph Edward COX (1967)

As mentioned in Hendricks County Circuit Court Order Book 114 (November 1966 - December 1967), in September 1967, Joseph Edward Cox petitioned the court (case # C 67-250) to change his name to Joseph Edward Officer. This petition was granted.

Selected Danville newspapers digitized

Hoosier State Chronicles is the Indiana State Library's free portal for digital images of selected issues of newspapers from its vast Indiana collection. Their online offerings now include some selected issues of Danville newspapers:

The Butcher Knife (1857)

Hendricks County Gazette (1881, 1882, 1884, 1889, 1890, 1895 & 1898)

Hendricks County Republican (1879, 1881, 1882, 1883, 1884, 1885, 1886, 1889, 1890, 1897 & 1907)

Hendricks County Union (1883)

These digital images are not comprehensive even for these years - you must view the microfilm of these newspapers to see all the issues from a given year.

Center Township landowners in 1922 added

An index of the landowners in Center Township in 1922 has been added to 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.

Name change of Jesse Allen BEARD (1967)

As mentioned in Hendricks County Circuit Court Order Book 114 (November 1966 - December 1967), in September 1967, Jesse Allen Beard petitioned the court (case # C 67-225) to change his name to John Richard Beard. Because he was under 21, the petition was filed by Mary Belle Beard. This petition was granted.