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Residents of Poor Farm in DeKalb County, Indiana

Re: County Poor Farm Record.

Submitted by Lucy Funk, enbethgen@yahoo.com and Arlene Goodwin, agoodwin@ctlnet.com

(* Can’t Read)

ae=Age, wr=when received, twp=Township Name, T=trustee, wd=when discharged, n=Nationality, d=died, r=returned, rm=remarks.

SURNAMES: Adams, Alig, Bassals, Bartlett, Baughman, Bhern, Bird, Blanchard, Brandon, Bronson, Bowman, Butler, Brown, Branyon, Bortz, Baird, Baughman, Brauson, Burton, Crowl, Coffrin, Cramer, Cloy, Cyphers, Castret, Craig, Cobbler, Coleman, Carnahan, Cisco, Curry, Carpenter, Coburn, Clink, Corbin, Coleman, Collins, Emmet, Everetts, Deam, Diehl, Deems, Derrow, Dragoo, Faulk, Fogal, Fogle, Funk, Frehse/Frahse, Fisher, Frick, Gaff, George, Goodale, Green Gideon, Grove, Grubb, Hay, Hayes, Habig, Helmick, Heller, Hutcheson, Hilkey, Helms, Hook, Howey, Hosler, Harker, Haynes, Helms, Handay, Hines, Healy, Jackson, Johnson, *Juhasz, Kelly, Kimes, Kiplinger, Knisley, Kessler, Kenline, Keister, Koch, Krontz, Lacy, Ling, Likens, Lower, Lint, Lewis, Lung, Ludwick, Lone, Muhn, Maxwell, Milliman, Marshall, Martin, Mayfield, Miller, Mettert, May, McDanel, Mountz, Milbourne, Morrison, Mortimer, Maiden, Malone, Nichols, Noel, Niceswander, Oberlin, Parks, Patterson, Peck, Pettit, Pfister, Palmer, Pickard, Provines, Quince, Rohm, Rempis, Rickel, Ramai, Rudd, Randall, Rastler, Smith, Soule, Seery, Shaffer, Shull, Sawvel, Stark, Scattergood, Schwartz, Seemen, Silliman, Shirk, Steffen, Sowers, Summers, Teeters, Topper, Treesh, Troutner, Thies, Thompson, Ulrey, Vosgeran, Wilcox, Woodcox, Weeks, Wyatt, Warstler, Wide, Wood, Wallick, Whetsel Winebrenner, Whitby, Widner, Zaner.

Crowl, Myrtle, ae 8, admitted 1891, Martin and Gertrude, b Mar 5, 1883, brother Milo Carpenter, lives at Traverse City Mich.

 

Crowl, Kenneth, Inmate present on 1st of Jan 1942.

Coffrin, Mary Ann, ae 86, admitted Jan 20, 1932, Jonas and Mary, S.O. Dewitt, Wilmington twp., d Jan 2, 1834, age at death 88 Butler.

Cramer, Ira, admitted Nov 15, 1932, R W. Murry, trustee, Union twp., second time in home. Discharged or ran away- July 5, -1935. Age 60 Admitted for permanent care Jan 9, 1937, Newman Heffly, trustee, walked away Aug 9, 1938. Ira Cramer, admitted Feb 5, 1840, born in Ind 1875 ae 65, admission order signed by Nelson Cramer. In event of death notify Jess Cramer, Altona. Guy Meyers-trustee, Union twp.

 

Bird, Sada, ae 30, admitted July 22, 1933,

Bird, Regena, ae 28, admitted July 22, 1933, William and Mary

Admitted to the Feeble Mined Home Dec 7, 1933

Bronson, Sidney, ae 74, admitted Dec 19, 1933; Nathan and Hannah, died April 22, 1934, Sherman Meek Trustee- Newville twp

Cloy, Henry, Jackson twp, ae 64, admitted Mar 31, 1934, Henry and Mary, b in DeKalb Co. 1870, John Weaver Trustee, County to bury in event of death, sisters, Mrs. Mary Kelb, Toledo, Ohio; Mrs. H. C. Gohkle, Findley, Ohio.

Cyphers, Michael, ae 73, admitted June 22, 1934, Clark and Mary, R. W. Murry-trustee- Union twp, b in 1862 Union twp., DeKalb Co. Fathers name Clark Cyphers, mothers name Mary. In event of death notify Bill Thomas, Auburn. Died Sept 30, 1939, 8:30 A.M. age 78. John Clark, undertaker, burried at Woodlawn.

Adams, George, ae 70, admitted, Nov 9, 1934, parents- Andrew and Elizabeth Engle- Kendallville, adopted son –Leslie Adams, address unknown. In event of death notify Elmer Orr, Garrett, Ind. b, in Noble Co- Allen twp., July 8, 1864, Became resident of DeKalb Co. 1896 became resident of Keyser twp. brother Frank Adams, Kendallville, Ind. can be reached by calling C.E. Zern, Kendallville. A Sister Mrs. Emma Holtz, Miles, Mich. His wife burried on Orr lot in Lakeview Cemetery, Kendallville, died July 12, 1942, Garrett undertaker, ae 78y 4d

Castret. Ora, Waterloo, ae 61, admitted Jan 26, 1935, town Grant twp. Fern Morr, Trustee. Father name Daniel- Helmer, Ind. Mothers maiden name Loussia Plantz, - deceased. Notify George Castret, Waterloo, Ind. Born at Wood Co Ohio, April 7, 1874, came to Ind 1884. Became resident of Grant twp, 1919, DeKalb Co. for last 2 yrs resided with Chas Hanes, Mrs. Joe Stahl, Lewis Husselman, Paul Betts, John Jackman – able to work – Died June 7, 1935, Heart trouble, burried at Woodlawn.

 

Craig, George Washington, ae 79, admitted Aug 5, 1937, of Auburn, Ind., admitted for permanent care. Son of William Craig and Sara Bennett. Has 7 living children, Geraldean- Ina Bell- Ruth & Mary by second wife. Edna – Jim and Ora by 1st wife. Born in Waterloo, Ind. Nov 1857, became a resident of Union twp in 1893. Has lived for past 2 yrs at 518 Indiana Ave. Dr. J. A. Sanders finds him in very poor health and no means of support. Died May 22, 1938, Wm Loy, undertaker.

Cobbler, Henry, ae 65, admitted April 29, 1938, admitted for permanent care from Auburn, Ind. Glenn Heffly – trustee. Father Hayden Cobbler, mother Nancy Cobbler, born in Jackson twp, DeKalb Co 1873. Lived in Union twp many years. Has a brother John in Jackson twp, and a brother Lester, in Auburn. Has a sister Clare McClellen. Went on vacation Sept 29, 1939

Carnahan Abner, ae 82, admitted May 13, 1938, admitted from Keyser twp., Thos. Noel trustee. Dr. Klingler reports senile dementia Widower. Release to live with nephew Orville Muhn, Ft. Wayne, May 15, 1938 airport , Lima Rd. Kahlor undertaker, Abner Carnahan ae 84, admitted May 23, 1940, admitted for permanent care from Garrett hospital mind affected. In event of death notify Orville Muhn, Fort Wayne. Burial lot in Dutch Ridge cemetery, Allen Co., died Aug 23, 1942, ae 86 years.

Carpenter, Elijah, ae 79 admitted May 6, 1939, son of Joseph Carpenter and Barbara Craig, was born Monroe Co., Ohio, April 20, 1860, became resident of DeKalb Co., Ind, 1932. S. A. Maumaw, trustee, Concord twp. Was never married, died Nov 25, 1940, double pneumonia, ae 80yrs. John Clark undertaker, burried in Woodlawn, Auburn.

Coburn, Clarence, ae 62, admitted Oct. 14, 1939, born at Concord twp, DeKalb Co, Ind., Mar 12, 1877 and lived at St. Joe all his life. Father was Chas. M. Coburn and mother was Jane Elizabeth Allen. 5 brothers –Allen, Lester Clay & John – St. Joe; Harlow of Boston, Mass. 1 sister, Mrs. Sam Keesler, St. Joe, Ind. Admitted for permanent care, a cripple. Clyde Rectenwald – trustee.

Coleman, Harry, ae 83, admitted Sept 22, 1940, son of Chas. Coleman and Mary Harding,( both deceased), born April 28, 1857, at Martinsburg, West Va. And came to Ind in 1872. Lived and voted in Battle Creek but spent late years in Elkhart, Goshen, So. Bend, and vicinity. No Home, peddler, admitted for temporary care. Has a carbuncle on neck. In event of death—bury any place, Fern Morr, trustee, Grant twp April 7, 1941 left for parts unknown.

Collins, George, ae 81, admitted Jan 7, 1841, Butler, Ind, admitted for temporary care. Has 8 children – 5 boys & 3 girls, 1 wife.

Esther Hammond – Waterloo, Ind, Mandy Soules, St. Johns, Ind; Evan Collins, Butler; Gordon Collins; Montpelier, Ohio; Ancil Collins, Chicago; Sheldon Collins, Lester Collins, Chicago. Born Mar 1, 1859, Ionia Co., Mich. Came to DeKalb Co when 12 yrs old. B.J.Campbell, trustee, Troy twp. Discharged Sept 13, 1941, don’t now where he went – came back Sept 19, died Dec 25, 1942, Gerig undertaker. Burial in Woodlawn Cem., ae 83ys 9m.

Bassles, Leonard, ae 48, admitted Jan 19, 1922, (John Bassles) born in Ohio Call John Clark, Auburn undertaker, died Mar 24, 1943, Gerig undertaker burried – wood Cem.

Baughman, Rosa Ann, ae 60, admitted Jan 2, 1923, Notify Mrs. Joseph Pifer – Auburn, died June 15, 1934

Butler, Delia, Auburn, ae 75, admitted Aug 28, 1923. Discharged to Scared Heart Hospital, Garrett, Mar 28, 1924. Brought back from hospital, ae 87, admitted July 24, 1934. Notify Mrs. Fred Barringer – Auburn, Ind. Born Sept 5, 1848, Wm, Pillars, Kalamazoo, Mich, Nephew. Died Jan 7, 1937, Gerig undertaker.

Brown, Reuben, ae 56, admitted May 26, 1924, (Jacob Brown-Elizabeth Feller) Discharged to work, ae 57, July 9, 1925, at Kendallville, Ind., ae 67, admitted Nov 26, 1934. In event of death call Mrs. Ettinger, undertaker, Waterloo, Ind. Reuben Brown, Died Dec 29, 1943. Burried at Waterloo Mrs. Ettinger undertaker.

Branyon, Charlie, ae 70, admitted May 2, 1931. Jake and Mary, - no home. Call Bill Loy, Auburn undertaker. Died Nov 4, 1938, ae 77, buried at Woodlawn, Wm. Loy undertaker.

Bortz, Julia, ae 80, admitted Aug 6, 1931. Peter and Elizabeth. Notify Mary Ott, Millerberg, Ind.. Son at Garrett. S.C. Shutt – trustee, Keyser twp. Call Garrett undertaker.

Discharged to live with nephew, Mar 17, 1940. Died May 5, 1940, 88yrs. O G. Carr, Syracuse undertaker, buried at Cable cemetery south of Syracuse.

Baird, Mrs. Francis, Ashley, ae 93, admitted April 24, 1934, died Sept 22, 1934 ae 94, J. W. Camp – trustee, Smithfield twp.

Baughman, Elvira, no record, Discharged Sept 27, 1934, to live with sister, Mrs. Harriet Barnhart, Locota, Mich.

Bartlett, Bert, ae 62, admitted May 8, 1836, was born in Steuben Co, Ind, Oct 12, 1873. Has resided for paste 2 yrs in Smithfield twp. Fathers name was Joshua Bartlett and mothers name was Kittie Bartlett. Admitted for permanent care. J. W. Camp, trustee, Smithfield twp. In event of death please notify A. B. Shaffer, Pleasant Lake, Ind. Died July 10, 1936, ae 62yrs.

Brown, Mary, ae 74, admitted Jan 4, 1937, of Auburn, widow of Joe Brown and daughter of John Miser and Sarah Treesh of Auburn, Ind. admitted for permanent care, Jan 4, 1937. Singed by Mr. Roy Snyder – niece. Born at Auburn, May 11, 1863. Newman Heffly, trustee, Union twp. In event of death call Ray Snyder. East edition, Garrett. Died Dec 11, 1939, ae 76yrs. Buried at Tamarack Cemetery- Ashley Road. Rev. *Noren, Minister – Gerig Undertaker.

 

Branson, Mary Rebecca, ae 78, admitted April 7, 1837, daughter of George Apple and Lucinda Walborn, born in Ohio Mar 27, 1859, came to Ind. at age of 3 yrs. Settled in DeKalb Co. lived in Auburn for many years. Married 3 times – 1st to Harv. Mills, 2nd Jim Merryfield – 3rd to Sam Branson, had 3 children , 3 dead, Carl Casebeer – son, Angola, Ind. Died Feb 10, 1838, age 79 yrs. Dilgard & Zimmerman undertaker.

Burton, Frank, ae 52, admitted June 3, 1939. Son of Henry and Mary E. Burton – deceased – was born in *Soundetites, N.Y., Nov 2, 1886. Came to Ind., from Akron, Ohio in 1929. Became a resident of DeKalb Co 1931. Became a resident of Smithfield twp. DeKalb Co May 22, 1938. Has 3 children; Rosemary Burton, Akron, Ohio; Joseph Burton, SS Republic U. S. N.; Roderick Burton, Waterloo, Ind.; Dr, E.A. Ish finds applicant to have chronic nephritis and no contagious disease, June 3, 39. Lee Wise – Smithfield twp trustee. Die Feb 22, 1940, ae 53yrs. Dilgard Undertaker, buried at Woodlawn.

Dragoo, Romeo, ae 71, admitted June 5, 1940, resided at 308 Ensley Ave, Auburn, Ind, admitted for permanent care. Born in Concord twp. DeKalb Co. Ind. May 3, 1869, wife living in Auburn. Father’s name David Dragoo, Mothers *Sira Ann Dragoo. Two daughters, Sophia Brandon, Auburn, Ind; Thelma Miller, Auburn, Ind.; In event of death notify Melvin Brandon, Auburn, Ind. Guy Meyers – trustee – Union twp. Returned June 22, 1941. Discharged Oct 4, 1914. He died at his daughter home Sun. Oct. 4, ____, aged 72.

 

Adams, George, died July 12, 1942, at Garrett Hospital, Hinklin undertaker.

 

Koch, Reuben, admitted Aug 1, 1942, notify Elizabeth Jane Koch address Auburn. Died May 13, 1943.

 

Krontz, John, Inmate present 1st Jan 1942, went to Richmond, Oct 15.

 

Deam, Emma, admitted July 1, 1942, Jay DeWitt - trustee. Born Missouri, Nov 26, 1880. Fathers name John Bangey, mothers name Minnie. In case of death Mrs. R. E. Holden, Ft. Wayne. Died April 8, 1946. Zimmerman undertaker.

 

Funk, Sadie, Butler, ae 68, admitted Sept 29, 1934, born in DeKalb Co. Died of Palsy, Nov 12, 1934.

Faulk, Emma, ae 67, admitted Aug 13, 1935. Born at Pleasant Lake, Ind., March 16, 1867. Father’s name Wilson *Brugh, Leiters Ford, Ind. Mothers maiden name Amanda Schultz, Pleasant Lake. Living Children: Wilson Faulk, Garrett, Indiana; Noah Craig, Waterloo, Indiana; Ora Craig, Jackson Michigan. Life time resident of Indiana and of DeKalb Co. since 1877 – Grant twp 1896. A diabetic and has no contagious or infectious diseases John P. Showalter. Medical examiner—Aug 8, 1935. In Event of death, notify Wilson Faulk, Garrett, Ind. Fern Morr – trustee. Mrs. Ettinger Waterloo, undertaker. Died 7:30 p.m. Mar 9, 1936, age 69yrs.

Frich, Chas., Inmate present on 1st of Jan 1942.

Frick, Margaret, Auburn, ae 79, admitted Jan 3, 1936. Born at St. Joe, Ind, April 15, 1856. Resided in Auburn, Ind for past 10 years, admitted for permanent care, a widow. Father’s name is James Marsh, Waterloo, mother’s name *Prestine Hull, Waterloo. Living children is Fred Frick, Waterloo; N. Heffley – trustee – Union twp. Received from Souder Hospital, with broken hip, but in condition to be moved – signed by Dr. Clarke, 1/1/36. In event of death Notify Fred Frick, Waterloo, Died Feb 28, 1939, at 6:45 p.m.

 

Fogal/Fogle, Joseph, Garrett, ae 76, admitted May 9, 1931. Phillip and Sarah.

Husband and Wife

Fogal, Fanny, ae 76, admitted May 9, 1931. Herman and Maria. Notify Marshall Andrew, Garrett. Joe Fogle, was born, Ohio, Oct 10, 1855. Fanny Fogle was born, Ind., Oct 8, 1855. Fanny died Dec 6, 1939, age 84yrs. Forrest Zimmerman , undertaker, Garrett. Burial at Woodlawn – Auburn. Joe Fogle, died Jan 8, 1940, age 86 yrs. Wm. Loy undertaker, buried at Woodlawn, Auburn, Joe Ferguson – Minister.

George, Harriet, Waterloo, ae 53, admitted Nov _., 1921. Isaac George - Adaline Wilson. Notify Curtis George, Waterloo. Died Aug 9, 1924 ae 66, buried at Waterloo.

Everetts, John, ae 64, admitted June 17, 1938. Son of Frank Everetts, and Catherine R. McClellan. Came to Wilmington twp, 11 yrs ago. Been staying 6 mo. in Pleasant Lake with daughter and 6 months at Quincey, Mich. with son. Son says his father spent more than 1 yr in Michigan at one time and at no time more than 6 mo. in Ind, Steuben Co. Born 1874, Oct.. Leona Everetts Platt, Pleasant Lake, daughter. Clayton Everetts, Quincey, Mich., son. Application signed by Frank Platt. June 7, 1938, discharged to live with son Clayton, Everetts, at Quincey Mich.

Enzor, Emmett, ae 62, admitted April 21, 1940, son of Stephen & Rachel Enzor of Butler, Ind., Wilmington twp. Was born Nov 16, 1877 in Franklin twp. DeKalb Co. Ind. Has a sister, Mrs. Ben Burrow, Butler, Ind. Has a brother David Enzor – Garrett, Ind. Walter Mutzfeld – trustee – Wilmington, twp. Discharged June 11, 1940, to live with and work for Frank Washler, St. Joe, Ind. to receive $20.00 per month, Retd in 3 wks. Left Sept 1, to Work for Mr. Snook. Died at Kendallville, Sep 1941.

Everetts, Virgil, ae 40, admitted July 17, 1940. Son of Abraham Lincoln Everetts and Mattie Carr of Butler, Ind. admitted for temporary care. Never married. Born in Franklin twp. Ind. Aug 22, 1899. Has 4 sisters: Mrs. Harold (Grace) Miller, Auburn; Florence Brosius, Butler; Mabel Spangler, Butler; Rosie Carr, Butler; the mother Mattie Everetts (81), is held in Co. farm pending admittance to *Bulterville. Discharged Sept 14, 1940 age 41 to live at State School Fort Wayne, Ind. Art Coyle, Mr. *M___ took him.

Grubb, Clarence, ae 17, admitted Dec 20, 1932. Lewis and Ethel – no Home. Discharged March 29, 1933, to work at Farm home in Stuben Co.

Goodale, Minerva., ae 92, admitted May 31, 1933. Roberth McBeth – Maria

Died July 1, 1933

Green, Harry Ellis, ae 36, admitted Nov 19, 1935, Father’s name Charley Green, Waterloo, mother’s name Bessie Brandy, Avilla. Born at Avilla, Indiana 1899. Became a resident of DeKalb Co Mar 1929. Has resided for the last 2 yrs in Richland and Grant twps, and is suffering from pulmonary tuberculosis as per medical examiner, John P. Showalter, Nov 19, 35. In event of death notify Charlie Green, Waterloo. Discharged to live with father, Nov 24, 1935.

Grove, Mrs. Susan, ae 71, admitted May 26, 1936. Daughter of George Message and Catherine Dalton. Born at Niagara Falls, N.Y. April 16, 1865. Became a resident of DeKalb Co., Keyser Twp, about 1870. Has 2 sons, Josh Baker, and Geo J. Baker, and 1 daughter Mary Comesky all of Altona. Physically good for her age but mentally incompetent statement signed Dr. Reynolds, In event of death, call Geo. J. Baker, Garrett. Taken by daughter for temporary care May 31, 1936. Discharged in care of Mary Comesky, Dec 31, 1936.

Green, Herman, ae 75, admitted June 21, 1939. Son of Anson Green and Ruth Brooks of Ohio, was born in Huron Co. Ohio Oct 19, 1863. Came to Ind., when a small boy and has lived in Jackson, twp many years, wife deceased. Has a sister, Nellie Willis – Goshen, Ind. Has a brother Harry Green, Toledo, Ohio. Lewis Freeman, twp trustee, Jackson twp. In event of death call Wm. Loy undertaker of Auburn, who has the insurance police of 126.00 signed to him to defray funeral expenses, casket & vault, died Dec 21, 1942 Loy undertaker.

Gideon, Chas. Edward, ae 61, admitted Aug 22, 1940, son of Calvin Gideon and Mary E. McGrew of Terre Haute, Ind, transient, admitted for Souder hospital, Auburn, for temporary care. Born May 20, 1879, in Vigo Co. Ind. Father and mother dead. Brother Edward Gideon, Dayton, O. In event of death notify, brother and bury by county in Woodlawn. Guy Myres, trustee, Union twp. Left of parts unknown Sept 1, 1940, age 61, yrs.

Hutcheson, Edwin, ae 75, admitted Nov. 17, 1925. Father Amos. Died Mar 14, 1935, ae 83, buried at Waterloo.

Helmick, George, ae 61, admitted May 1, 1929. Ford and Mary. Died Sept 15, 1939, age 66.

Hay, Clyde, Auburn, ae 60, admitted May 5, 1930. Valentine and Martha, 3 brothers. Notify Gaylen Hay, Auburn, Ind. died Feb 27, 1936l Dilgard undertaker, buried at Woodlawn.

Heller, Edward, ae 62, admitted Aug 26, 1932. Parents George and Abbie. Call Auburn undertaker. Died July 27, 1937, Heart trouble. Buried at Woodlawn, Auburn. John Clark, undertaker.

Helms, Jay, ae 43, admitted Oct 27, 1933. Jacob and Eliza Helms. Dropsy, R.W. Murry – Trustee – Union twp. Died Jan 16, 1934, ae 44.

Hook, John H., ae 30, admitted June 12, 1934. Martin and Rosa Snyder (mother) Discharged July 8, 1934, to live with daughter at Benton, Ark., Dessie *Hooderman Chas. Hook, Guy Hook, Auburn, Sons, R.W. Murry – trustee – Union.

Harker, George, ae 58, admitted Feb 28, 1927. Parents – Henry and Rosanna Jackman. Notify Frank Campbell, Butler, Ind.

Haynes, Perry Edward, ae 61, admitted Mar 26, 1936. Born on fathers farm in Keyser twp, in 1875. Unable to support self on account of physical condition and age. Has life lease of 20 acres of land. George Baxter, guardian, Auburn, Ind. Lorenzo D. Haynes – father Hannah Haynes, mother (both deceased). Thos. Noel – trustee – Keyser twp. Frona Wisenbaugh – sister.

Helms, Essie, ae 59, admitted Oct 2, 1936, daughter of Wm. & Essie Preston of Murphysboro, Tenn. admitted for permanent care. Callie Murphy – daughter; Willias, Maxwell, son; Ellis Maxwell, son; Born in Murphysboro, Tenn, 1883, became a resident of DeKalb Co., Ind., in 1917 and has resided in Union twp., for past 2 years. In Event of death notify Callie Murphy, Auburn Jct.- Garrett, Ind. Died May 22, 1937, 9 A.M. age 64.

Handay, Ed, ae 71, admitted Dec 12, 1936, son of Zeb Handay and Maria Smurr, born in Butler, Ind., Wilmington twp., Aug 3, 1865, and lived in DeKalb Co. all his life, Dropsy & heart disease. G.W. Greist – trustee. In event of death notify Wm Devore. Died Jan 26, 1937 – 4 p.m. Johnson of butler, undertaker

Hines, Hilda, ae 68, admitted March 28, 1938, daughter of K. Strasburg, and M. Reinhard. Admitted for permanent care. Born May 13 1870 in Apolda, *Thiierimgerr, Germany. Came to America, DeKalb Co, July 1926. Became a resident of Jackson twp Oct 1930. Has resided at 1906 S. Wayne St., Auburn, Ind. the past 2 yrs. has one daughter – Mrs. H. L. Stebing, Auburn, to call in event of death. Released to live with daughter May 19, 1938.

Helmick, Alva P., ae 64, admitted Aug 27, 1938, Fred Helmick and Libby Rosh of Sherwood, O. Admitted for temporary cares. One son Paul Helmick, Auburn, Ind. Daughter Mrs. P. A. Tarkett, Ft. Wayne, Ind. Born in Defiance Co, Ohio, Nov 21, 1873, came to DeKalb Co, Ind. from Sherwood Ohio in 1904 and became a resident of Union twp in 1922. Application signed by Paul Helmick. Glenn Heffley, trustee, Union twp. In event of death notify Paul Helmick. Discharged to live with son Paul, Feb 21, 1939.

Healy, Pearl, ae 20, admitted Aug 19, 1940, of Butler, Ind. daughter of Nellie Smith, Defiance Co. Home, Defiance Ohio. Admitted for temporary care. Separated from Ora Healy, husband, Jan, 1940 and went to live at Hicksville, with mother. Took sick and was taken to hospital, when well enough to be moved, admitted to DeKalb Co Home. Born June 1920, Defiance Ohio, became a resident of DeKalb Co Dec 1939. Married to Ora Healy Nov 10, 1939 and became a resident of Troy twp. Hs resided the past 2 yrs in Hicksville Ohio. Left Troy twp in Jan 1940 to become a resident of Franklin twp.. Brothers & sisters: Lyle Smith, age 22, Hicksville, Ohio; Earl Smith, age 20, Hicksville, Ohio; Vera Smith, age 17, Edgerton, Ohio, domestic; James Smith, age 16, Defiance Childrens Home; Wm. Smith, age 13, Defiance Childrens Home. Father Harrison Coe Smith , father dead.

Jackson, Mary, ae 73, admitted Jan 28, 1933. Frank and Rachel. Notify Pearl Peckheart, Auburn/Kendallville, or Anna Hayward, Auburn. R.W. Murry – trustee – Union twp. born Jan 29, 1860

 

Kiplinger, Eliza, ae 75, admitted Oct 20, 1924, died Sept 6, 1933.

Kimes, Rachel, ae 72, admitted June 3, 1932. Jonathan and Sarah, brought from Richmond, died April 5, 1933.

Kimes, Marie, ae 75, admitted May 22, 1935, from Spencer township, F. E. Rhodes, trustee. Born June 12, 1860 Stuben Co. Father name Wm Frederick, Mothers name Christina Mountz. Children unknown. Notify Roscoe Walters, Spencerville.

Knisely, Luther U., ae 82, admitted Sept 23, 1935 born at New Philadelphia Ohio Jan 2, 1853, came to Ind at age of 3 months. Became a resident of Troy twp, Apr 1853. Resident of Butler Ind, Wilmington twp 2 yrs. Father’s name Daniel D. Knisely, Butler, Mother’s name Susan Stifler, Butler, Ind. No living children. Suffering from Senile Dementia Sept 24, ‘35. Chas D. Werich M. D. –George Grise, trustee Admission order signed by Dell Knisely. Notify Allan Phelps undertaker, Butler. Died 11:30 A.M. Feb 6, 1936, age 83, years, buried at Butler.

Kessler, Wm. G., ae 76, admitted Dec 10, 1937. Admitted for care and died Dec 19, 1937, age 76 years. Son Wm. Kessler & son- in- Law Louis Strauss took charge of body Dilgards’ Undertakers. Was a mental case, had made application to have him removed to East Haven. Newman Heffley, trustee, Union twp.

*Kenline, Wm., ae 80, admitted Jan 20, 1938, son of Mike Kenline and Anna Richey, born in Ft. Wayne, and became a resident of Auburn, Ind., in 1932. Two daughters – Grace of Ft. Wayne, and Mrs. Chas, Steffin, Auburn, Ind. Has a lot in Lindenwood cemetery in Ft. Wayne and all arrangements for burial are made with Ray Dilgard of Auburn Ind. Newman Heffly, trustee, Union twp. Discharged Mar 20, 1938, to live with daughter, Mrs. Grace Richardson, Ft. Wayne.

Kelley, Clarence, ae 52, admitted Feb 17, 1939, son of Dallas Kelly and Ida Shutt, admitted Feb 17, 1939. Blind and unable to pay any thing. Has one sister Mrs. Ray Zimmerman of Spencerville. Has one sister Mrs. Nellie Carr, Newville twp. Never married. In event of death notify Nellie Carr, Hicksville, O. Was born in DeKalb Co. May 2, 1886. Discharged Feb. 28, 1939, to live with sister Nellie Carr, Hicksville Ohio, who is to keep him permanently, Pension 23.00

Lung, Emma, ae 48, admitted Jan 19, 1924. Parent Emanuel Lung. Notify Auburn Undertaker, Born Sept 5, 1876, Clarence McClintock, Guardian.

Lacey, Charlie, ae 72, admitted Dec 12, 1930 Henry and Mary. Notify Auburn undertaker Died Sept 23, 1940. Cancer of stomach. Buried at Woodlawn Cemetery, Kaylor & Loy – undertakers.

Ling, Almond James, ae 60, admitted Feb 22, 1934. Peter and Hannah. Died Dec 27, 1934. J.W. Camp – trustee – Smithfield twp.

Likens, Emory, ae 61, admitted June 20, 1931. Parents William and Susan, born June 12, 1870. R.W. Murry – trustee – Union twp. Notify Auburn undertaker. Brother in Auburn Jct. Died May 23, 1940 – Heart disease- buried in woodlawn cemetery, Auburn, Gerig – undertaker.

 

Lower, Joseph, ae 80, admitted Aug 18, 1936. Born Shockton Co Ohio, Jam 8, 1856, son of Jesse Lower, and Mary *Imfield. Buzz Brand – son living at Pleasant Lake, admitted for permanent care. In event of death notify Wm *Diehms. Became a resident of DeKalb Co 1866. Thos. Noll – Trustee – Keyser twp. Garrett. On Aug 20, 1939,discharged to live with son’s wife and grandchildren at Garrett, age 83 yrs. Nov 24 admitted for permanent care. D.E. Ocker – trustee, Keyser twp. age 83yrs. Died Jan 11th at 8-20 -42. Garrett undertaker Zimmerman.

Lint, Chas, ae 73, admitted Jan 14, 1937, admitted for permanent care, from Butler, Ind, Wilmington twp. born Feb 22, 1863, Geo W. Greist – trustee. Dr. Chas Weirich finds applicant epileptic. Sons *Sama Lint and Herbie Lint children unable to give help. Application signed by W. J. Hathaway. Son George of New Castle, Ind; Herbie of Ft. Wayne; Thomas of Plymouth; John of Butler, Ind; 2 brothers Oliver and Rushton of Jackson, Mich. Died Sept 4, 1937 at 10:45 p.m. age 74 yrs. Burial at Butler, Johnson undertaker.

Lint, Roxie, ae 54, admitted Jan 14, 1937, wife of Chas Lint admitted for permanent care. Lived in Butler In, Wilmington twp many years. Unable to care for self. Insanity in blood—feeble mined. G.W. Greist – trustee. Bore many feeble minded children who were placed in homes, some at Orphanages others in the State School for feeble minded. Application signed by W. H. Hathaway. Born Jan 27, 1883, Discharged Nov 4, 1942 went to live with Samy and Herbie Lint, at Legioner, Ind.

Lewis, Emma E., ae 76, admitted Nov 5, 1837. Admitted for permanent care. Fathers name James Chapman, Waterloo, Mothers name Nancy Johnston, both deceased. Sons Fred Lewis Waterloo, Ind. born in Ashland Co. Ohio, July 20, 1861, became a resident of DeKalb Co., Ind. April 1884, and of Grant twp May 1915. E. Railroad St. Waterloo. Ind. applicants certificate signed by son Fred Lewis – trustee, Fern Morr. Dr. Ish finds her free from contagious disease Oct 29, 1937. Burial money had been deposited in trust with Mrs. Bertha Ettinger, undertaker, Waterloo, Ind. Emma Lewis discharged to live with son Fed in Waterloo, Ind. Dec 12, 1937.

Maxwell, Ozie, ae 64, admitted Dec 9, 1931. Snow and Maxwell. Died July 1q5, 1935, age 68 years. Buried at Pauper lot Woodlawn Auburn.

Milliman, Marion, ae 76, admitted July 4, 1933, Warren and Jane. O. K. Shull – trustee, Concord twp. Notify St Joe Undertaker, *Mayolo Quinsy.

 

Marshall, Nora, ae 56, admitted Oct 2, 1933, Joseph Knisley, Minerva. Cancer patient, died Oct 29, 1933.

 

Martin, Seymour, ae 86, admitted Feb 28 1934. William and Sarah Martin. Discharged to go to Garrett Hospital, Feb 9, 35. Broken Hip. Came to Ind, from Pickway Co., Ohio, Nov 14, 1927. J. W. Duncan trustee, Franklin twp. Admitted from Garrett hospital July 3, 1935. Mrs. Clay Wilkins – niece- Columbus, Ohio. Born Aug 28, 1848. Died Feb 14, 1937, age 88 yrs. Burial at Woodlawn, Auburn. Gerig undertaker.

May, Edward, ae 58, admitted Aug 3, 1935. Fathers name Adolph May, mothers name Mary Albright. Son William May, CCC Camp, Kokomo. In event of death notify Clyde Oberlin, Butler. Born Butler Ind, Jan 1877. Unable to care for himself. Died Dec 25, 1935 at 2 A.M. Stroke of paralysis, buried at Butler Ind.

May, Ida Belle, was admitted Sept 29, 1942, came here from Richmond Ind, she had a brother Fred *Mougher, Butler, Ind. age 62.

Mc Danel, Alva, ae 65, admitted Jan 7, 1936. Born in DeKalb Co, Feb 1, 1870. Became a resident of Keyser twp in Apr 1, 1883. 2 sons – Walter McDanel, Leo, Ind; Lloyd McDanel, E. Bakersfield, Cal. Medical examiner’s certificate finds Mr. McDanel unable to get about much but can sit up and help himself. Has no communicable disease (signed) N. E. Klinger, Medical Ex. In event of death notify Walter McDanel, Leo, Ind. Thos. J. Noel, trustee, Keyser twp. Alva McDanel, died Mar 15, 1941. Geo Ilher undertaker Garrett, age 71 yrs.

 

Milbourne, Sylvester, ae 75, admitted Jan 28, 1937. Admitted for permanent care from Franklin twp, Dode Houlton, trustee. Had lived with Glenn Houser for 3 yrs. was born in March 1857. Died May 10, 1937, 11: 30 p.m. hear trouble, John Clarke, undertaker, burial at Woodlawn.

 

Nichols, Ley, ae 73, admitted Nov 20, 1928. Andrew and Mary Nichols. Died March 14, 1933

 

Noel, Ora, Garrett, ae 47, admitted Feb 16, 1929. Samuel and Susan. Notify E. Wellington, Chicago, Ill. (Mrs. S. A. Noel –Mother) In event of death Call Hinklin, Garrett. Died Jan 11, at 12:15 a.m. 1936. Buried at Cedar Chapel Cemetery.

 

Ludwick, Johnny, ae 17, admitted 1876, (2nd time) Died Oct 20, 1935, age 77 yrs., buried at Woodlawn – Auburn, Joe Fergeson Minister – Ray Dilgard undertaker.

 

Love, Henry, admitted Aug 7, 1935. Place of birth unknown, some where in Kentucky. Became a resident of DeKalb County several years ago, Union twp. Newman Heffley, trustee. In event of death notify Mrs. Henry Love, Butler, Ind. Mentally unsound. Dr. Harry M. Covell, John Clark – undertaker, Auburn. died Jan 23, 11:15 a.m., age about 75.

 

Niceswander, John, ae 69, admitted Mar 7, 1936. Fathers name Martin, mothers name Unknown. Resided the past 2 years at 109 S. Jackson, St. Auburn Ind. Has a pension of $20.00 per month. A dependent of a Civil War veteran. William I. Scott, Guardian. N. Heffley, trustee – Union twp. Died July 24, 6:45 P. M. Heart trouble and Dropsy – John Clark undertaker.

 

Miller, Mike, ae 74, admitted Jan 19, 1941. Born in Austria and came to Gary Ind. in 1907. Has 3 boys and 1 girl in Austria. Has 2 sisters. One – Mary Ghella, Lyons Ill. Left for parts unknown Feb 27, 1941.

 

Mettert, D. Frank, Auburn, ae 76, admitted Dec 28, 1942. Born in DeKalb County, Mar 21, 1866. No children. In case of death notify Ralph Thomas. Brought here Dec 28, 1942, by Guy Meyers, trustee of Union twp, of DeKalb Co. Mr. Mettert was single.

 

Parks, Senia, Newville, ae 66, admitted Jan 30, 1917, was here in 1912. Father – Marvin Parks, Mother – Sarah Parks. Born in Muncie, Ind. Nov 12, 1851. Discharged June 9, 1917- ae 56. Ae 63, July 20, 1924. In event of death notify – Richard Roop, Napoleon, O., died on Dec 7, 1941, at 12 min till 10. At the age of 90 yr. Loy undertaker.

 

Oberlin, Dorothy, ae 23, admitted Jan 28, 1933. Ray and Elizabeth. From
Robert Long Hospital, Indianapolis. Discharged July 17, with her father, Bryan, Ohio.

 

Jackson, Mary, admitted Jan 28, 1933, born Jan 29, 1860. Notify Pearl Peckheart, Kendallville, Ind. Readmitted May 31, 1934. Born at Waterloo, parents, John & Olive Clark, *Roh.

 

Palmer, Ethel, ae 46, admitted July 13, 1939. Daughter of W.W. Palmer and Nancy Thorp Palmer, of Spencerville, Ind., admitted for permanent care. Never married. 3 sisters: Mrs. J. F. Kelley, Hartford City, Ind.; Mrs. John Castle, Temple City, Calif.; Mrs. O.M. Miller, Craigville, Ind. Born in Blackford Co. Ind., May 29, 1893. Became a resident of DeKalb Co 1916. Spent the last 2 yrs in Spencerville, Ind. Has cemetery lot on parents lot Elm Grove, Bluffton, Ind., lot paid for Clyde Rectenwald, trustee. Spencer twp. In event of death notify Ralph Palmer, Monroeville. Discharged Mar 29, 1940- to live in the Peter Spitler family. Spencerville, Ind. age 47. Came back in April 1941.

 

Patterson, William, ae 82, admitted July 11, 1933. William and Elizabeth. Discharged Oct 8, 1933 Chicago.

 

Peck, Clarence, Inmate present 1st of Jan 1942, died Mar 2, 1942, ae 59.

 

Pfister, Caroline, ae 73, admitted July 28, 1936, born at Willow Springs, Ill, 1863, became a resident of DeKalb Co. in 1918. Has two adopted children Frank Pfister and Maud Mishler, of Auburn. Admission order signed by Maude Mishler, and in event of death notify Frank Pfister. Dr. J. A. Sanders, finds applicant free from disease. Newman Heffly trustee., Union twp. Died Aug 13, 1937, age 74 yrs. Gerig undertaker.

 

Quince, Thomas Edwin, ae 70, admitted Jan 25, 1838. Son of Joseph Quince of Corunna Ind., born in Richland twp, DeKalb Co. in Sept 1867. Has one daughter, Helen King of Chicago. In event of death notify, niece. Mrs. Henry Leins, Avilla, Ind. O.M. Foote, trustee, Richland twp. Has a sister at Kendallville, Ind. Died July 16, 1940, age 72yrs. Heart & Kidney trouble. H.A. Hinklin, undertaker, Garrett, buried in Union Cemetery, funeral at #16 church.

 

Rohm, Nettie Irene, ae 37, admitted May 31, 1934, born Aug 4, 1897, Waterloo, Ind. Parents names John/ Geo and Olive (Clark) Rohm. Call Waterloo undertaker. Her sister, Mary Johnson, Waterloo, Ind.

 

Rohm, Iva C., ae 46, admitted June 5, 1934, Franklin twp. Waterloo undertaker. Iva Rohm born March 7, 1888. Father died and buried at Waterloo, on brothers lot. Mother died and buried at Hamilton, Ind. (5 lots) Iva Rohm died 11:45 Dec 12, 1938. Buried at Hamilton, Ind. Mrs. *B____ of Waterloo, undertaker. Paralysis.

 

Rickel, William D., ae 78, admitted Sept 12, 1935. Born in DeKalb Co. 1857. Became a resident of Union twp in 1860. Fathers name was John Rickel, (deceased), mothers name Rachel C. Hicks. Mary Ralston, stepmother, no living children. Newman Heffley – trustee – Union twp. Senile and suffering from Hallucination,. Generally incompetent and physically unfit. Sept 12, 1935. Notify Auburn undertaker. Died Sept 12, 1936, ae 79, Elks of Garrett, Ind. buried him in Calvary cemetery Garrett, Ind. Gerig, undertakers.

 

*Ramai, Andrew, ae 57, admitted May 7, 1936. Born in Banat State *Mokrin, Hungary, Mar 28, 1879, came to Indiana from Ohio July 12, 1906. Became a resident of DeKalb Co., Concord twp, Jan 1, 1935. Lived at Paulding, O. 1909 – 1904. Fathers name was Stephen *Ramai, mothers maiden name Ethel Tath. Partially paralized in left arm. Able to do light work, Dr. J.A. Sanders. In event of death just call an undertaker., A.W. Trostel, trustee, Concord twp. Died Nov 13, 1939 – 10 A.M. at the home of Fred Dragoo, Concord. John R. Clark undertaker. Burial at Woodlawn, Auburn.

 

Rudd, Thomas, ae 82, admitted, July 21 1939, of Butler, Ind. born April 30, 1854, at Bellevue, Ohio became a resident of DeKalb Co, Wilmington twp. in 1880. Nellie Snepp of Auburn is only child. Clayton B. Hathaway, medical examiner, finds patient insane, senile dementia. In event of death notify B. Snepp, Auburn. April 23 Tom Rudd went to Chas. Haines hotel at Hamilton Lake and on July 13, ‘39 he went to live at Butler with Gert Potter. He applied for old age assistance and rec’d it , had Johnson, Butler, paid for all burial expenses. Insane, ae 86, admitted Oct 5, 1940. Mutzfeld – trustee – Wilmington twp.

 

Randall, Frank, ae 57, admitted Aug 24, 1936. Admitted for permanent care. Son of Milton Randall and Hannah Miller, of Waterloo, Ind. Single, born Sedan, DeKalb Co., Ind. Jan 19, 1879. Has resided in Waterloo for past 2 years, signed by Frank Randall. Fern Morr – trustee – Grant twp. John Showalter, medical examiner, finds applicant, suffering from asthma, has cardiac *discompusation and low grade nephritic Aug 24, 1936. In event of death notify Beulah Beard, Waterloo, Ind. Died Oct 4, 1936 – 4:45 A. M. Heart trouble, Phelps – Byers undertakers, Waterloo. Age 57 years.

Rhoads, *Aylmar A., ae 69, admitted Nov 13, 1937, of Auburn, Ind. admitted for permanent care. Son of John Elliot Rhoads, and Mary Studebaker. Came to Ind from Ohio in 1926, born Mar 21, 1868, *Mar___(Ink spot couldn’t read) Co. Ohio. Never married. Died Nov 24, 1937, Gerig undertaker, Insurance to being.

 

Rainier, Mary, ae 24, admitted 19, 1938, daughter of Levi Rainier and Sarah Sevits, of Waterloo, Ind. placed here for temporary care, waiting to be admitted to the State School for Feeble minded at Ft. Wayne, Ind. Certificate signed by Peter Sevit, adm. Fern Morr, trustee – Grant twp. Mary Rainer discharged Aug 26, 1938 to be taken to State School for Feeble Minded in Ft. Wayne.

 

Rastler, Jermiah, ae 82, admitted Dec 24, 1938, of Auburn, admitted for permanent care. Mothers name was Bishop, deceased. O. M. Foote trustee Richland twp, brought patient from Scared Heart Hospital at Garrett in Iler’s ambulance. Suffering with acute kidney trouble. Sister – Mrs. Wm. Sanders of Garrett to be notified in event of death. Geo. W. Iler – undertaker. Died Jan 8, 1939, buried at 16 Cemetery.

 

Maiden, Gomer George, ae 55, admitted Dec 31, 1938. Son of Thomas Maiden and Elizabeth Thomas, of Cleveland, Ohio. Born Oct 17, 1883, Doulas Wales, a transient came to Ind, from Michigan trustee Buy Myres brought patient to home from the hospital in Auburn, where submitted to an emergency operation for appendietis. In event of death notify Mrs. Joseph Sibert, a sister. Dr. Harry M. Covell finds patient free from contagious disease Dec 30, 38. Left for parts unknown Mar 6, 1939. Fully recovered from operation.

 

Milliman, Clifford, ae 66, admitted April 27 – 39. Son of James Milliman and Maria Alden, was born April 5, 1873 in Spencer, twp, DeKalb Co and has lived in Spencer twp all his life, was admitted for permanent care. R. W. Helms, M. D. certifies applicant is in poor health – heart disease. Examined April 26, 1939. In event of death notify John D. Milliman, *Aloordton, Ohio. Clifford Milliman died May 20, 1939,ae 66yrs- Roscoe Walter, undertaker, buried at Altona Cemetery.

 

Malone, Samuel, ae 63, admitted March 21, 1940, son of Jacob and Maggie Malone of St. Joe, Ind. admitted for permanent care. born April 28, 1876 at St. Joe DeKalb Co. Widower and no children. In event of death notify S. A. Mumaw – trustee, Concord twp. Discharged Oct 5, 1940 age 63, to live with sister in Michigan near Hillsdale.

 

Smith, Mary Magdeline, ae 24, admitted Feb 22, 1911, April 2, 1914, discharged April 10, 1914, admitted June 13, 1914, ae 24; Ran away Jan 11, 1923, ae 38; admitted Aug 28, 1923. Born July 7, 1890, Steuben Co., Ind. came to home farm from Garrett, Ind. Fathers name Jacob Smith, mothers name Lena Metzler. Notify Mrs. Frank Draime, Altona. Was admitted first time in 1906 – Brown Supt. Died Feb 23, 1941. H.A. Hinklin undertaker, buried in Catholic cemetery Garrett.

 

Soule, Adeline, ae 65, admitted Nov 10, 1933. John and Eleanor McAllister. Died Dec 14, 1933. R.W. Murray – trustee Union twp.

 

Scattergood, Charlotte, ae 76, admitted July 9, 1936, daughter of William Jerome Sutherlin and Lucinda Dennison. Born in Minn, Nov 27, 1860. Has resided the past 32 years at Auburn with her daughter, Mrs. Alan Feagler. Husband’s name is George Scattergood. Dr. D. M. Hines finds her free from contagious and infectious disease 7/8/36. Hs had a stroke. Newman Heffley – trustee – Union twp. Released to live with daughter, Myrtle Feagler, Auburn, Ind.

 

Seery, Frank ae 66, admitted Nov 21. 1933. Charlie Seery, ae 66, admitted Nov 21, 1933 (twins) David and Lucinda Seery. Taken to Feeble Minded home at *Butterville/Butlerville, Feb 14, 1934. J.W. Camp – trustee Smithfield twp.

 

Smith, Harriet E., ae 75, admitted June 10, 1838, born in Milburn, Pa., Nov 23, 1862, came to Ind 1864, became a resident of Grant twp, in 1864, Waterloo, Ind. single. Dr. E.A. Ish finds her free from contagious disease but suffering from mental disorder. To her for temporary care pending a vacancy at East Haven Hospital, Richmond, Fern Morr trustee, Grant twp. Discharged to go to East Haven Hospital July 18, 1938. Died at hospital July 19, 1938. Burial at Waterloo, Mrs. Ettinger, undertaker.

 

Shaffer, George, ae 71, admitted June 18, 1931, born in Ohio, parents Lewis and Elizabeth. Died June 9, 1934.

 

Summers, Orville, of Auburn, ae 64, admitted Feb 16, 1940, for permanent care. Born in Noble Co Ind. son of Solomon & Sarah Summers. Dec 28, 1875. Wife died and no children. Became a resident of DeKalb Co in 1905. Guy Meyers – trustee, Union twp.

 

Sawvel, John, ae 69, admitted Sept 16, 1934. Parents Isaac and Mary. Died Oct 14, 1934, ae 69. Born Frankland twp Jan 8, 1865. Became a resident of Grant twp, 1924, Waterloo. Harry Imhoff - trustee – Grant twp.

 

Stroh, Orrin B., ae 57, admitted March 11, 1940, single, son of William and Laura Stroh, Auburn. Admitted for permanent care. Born in DeKalb Co Jan 13, 1882. Certificate singed by brother Gary E. Stroh, of Auburn, Ind. Guy Meyers trustee, Union twp. In event of death notify Gary Stroh, notify Wm. Loy undertaker. Returned to home 15 of Oct 1942, from Richmond, Ind. don’t know how long he was at Richmond Ind.

 

Stark, Eli, ae 71, admitted Nov 21, 1934, died Dec 8, 1934

 

Smith, Charles H., ae 77, admitted July 10, 1935. Father name Harrison Smith, dead, Mothers name Jan Van Willenbery, dead. No children. Born in Michigan Dec 21, 1847, became a resident of DeKalb Co, Ind. in March 1901. For the past 2 years has resided in Stafford twp. DeKalb Co. E. D. Webster – trustee. Heart disease and odemia of the lower extremities, Dr. V.C. Brunson, M.C. In event of death notify Mrs. Minnie Tarney, Ft. Wayne, Ind. Discharged to live with brother Harry Smith, Ft. Wayne, Ind, July 21 – 35.

 

Teeters, Harold, ae 25, admitted Oct 28, 1933. Maude and Carell. Discharged May 15, 1934. Robert Long, Hospital Indianapolis.

 

Treesh, Daniel, ae 86, admitted Oct 12, 1934. Parents, Peter and Katherine, born in DeKalb Co. Corunna, Died Nov 6, 1934 – buried a t Corunna.

 

Troutner, David, ae 78, admitted Mar 22, 1936, father John Troutner, Wilshire, Ohio; Son Chas. O Troutner, Indianapolis, Ind; Son Wm. C. Troutner, Waterloo, Ind; son Albert O. Troutner, Mc Kitrick, Calif; daughter Annis D. Wallert, Lima, Ohio; Born April 21 1857, inVan Wert, Co. O. became a resident of Garrett, Ind, Keyser twp in 1883. Thos. Noel – trustee. In event of death call Hinklin, Garrett and notify Wm. Troutner, Waterloo, Ind. Died Mar 23, 12:45 p.m. buried Wed. Mar 25, in Union Cemetery.

 

Thies, Hazel, ae 38, admitted Sept 20, 1938,daugher of Albert Campbell and Ella *Cise of Butler, Indiana. Children: Williard, Mendenhall 17, Newville; James Mendenhall 19, Newville; Nadine Thies 13yrs.,*Atchuison, Kansas; Lois Thies 11 yrs, *Atchuison, Kansas; Walter Thies, 4 yrs,. Atchuison, Kansas; Came here from Kansas. Husband would not live with her. Feeble Minded. P. E. Richards trustee, Newville twp. Dec 10, 1938, discharged and sent to live with sister Lula Campbell, Cleveland, Ohio. R.R. Faire $4.65.

Thompson, Arthur, ae 59, admitted Jan 25, 1940, son of Sam Thompson and Mahalia Hening of Huntertown Ind., admitted for temporary. Born in Eel River twp, Allen Co. Ind. Aug 11, 1880. Became a resident of Butler twp. DeKalb Co Oct 1936. Has resided at the DePew’s home in Butler twp the past 2 yrs. Has 3 sisters living. Mrs. Mae Youngblood, Altona, Ind; Mrs. Sophia Bennett, Ft Wayne, Ind; Miss Delia Thompson, Detroit. In event of death notify Mrs. Youngblood, Altona. Discharged July 21, 1941 went to look for a man named G. Smith.

 

Smith, Chas. ae 67, admitted June 29, 1940, son of J. E. Smith & Marie *Grout, of Mayville, Mich. Admitted for temporary care. Physically disabled from kidney disease and will travel as soon as able. Has been a transient for 20 yrs. Scissor sharpener. Born May 5, 1873, Cass City, Mich. A millwright by trade. Guy Meyers trustee, Union twp. Left for parts unknown July 29, 1940.

 

Shull, Mary Ellis, ae 81, admitted Dec 28. 1940, admitted for temporary care, was born Mar 11, 1859,daughter of William and Mary Topper. Has 3 sons; Samuel Ellis, Ft. Wayne; Marion Ellis; Ft Wayne; Loren Ellis, Kendallville; 1 daughter , Alma Long, Indianapolis. In event of death notify Loren Ellis Kendallville, Children has made application to have mother committed to East Haven. Chas. Werich M.D., Butler, finds applicant free from infectious disease. Walter Mutzfeld, trustee, Wilmington twp. In event of death call Allen Phelps Butler.

 

Wilcox, Lizzie, ae 49, admitted Dec 22, 1915. Fathers name Robert Rhea, mothers name Anna Grube. One brother Geo Rhea, Angola, Ind. Daughter Mrs. Ruth Freeman, Garrett, Ind. Born July 24, 1866. Notify Auburn undertaker.

 

Wyatt, Dan, ae 46, admitted Feb 28, 1932. Newton and Mary Wyatt. Notify Auburn undertaker. Left with *S_____ * Trovengier, May 21, 1941.

 

Weeks, Esther Maria, ae 84, admitted Jan 26, 1940, daughter of Thomas Young – adopted daughter of _____*Shreeve. Born in Ohio came to DeKalb Co in 1881 loved at Auburn many years. Born Mar 22, 1855. Application signed by Jas. C. Weeks – nephew. Guy Meyers – Trustee Union twp. Died S. H. Hospital Dec 26, 1942. R. Dilgard undertaker

 

Warstler, Wm., ae 70, admitted Dec 6, 1932. John and Jane (parents) Notify Wm. Loy – Auburn. Died July 12, 1935. Buried at Woodlawn, Auburn, July 14.

 

Whetsel, Rose, ae 69, Aug 25, 1936, single daughter of Henry Whetsel and Julia Whetsel of Butler Ind., admitted for permanent care, born Mar 26, 1867 near Butler. Chas. Weirick, medical examiner finds applicant suffering from *arterioclorisis and nephritis, Aug 13, 1936. Geo W. Greist trustee, Wilmington twp. In event of death notify *Laura Meyers, Fremont, Mich. Died Dec 23, 1936 – Stroke. Johnson of Butler, undertaker.

 

Wise, Christopher (Kit), ae 67, admitted May 25, 1933. Harmon and Mary. Notify Mrs. Becher, Corunna. Call Carl Swank – Ashley, Ind. Died Oct 11. 1937, age 72 yrs.

 

Wallick, Minnie, ae 70, admitted Nov 20, 1935. Fathers name Micheal Wallick, mothers Catherine Eberly. Born in Stafford twp Oct 19, 1865. Resided in Wilmington twp 40 yrs and in event of death notify Johnson’s Funeral Home, Butler. Deeded her home in Butler – to county appraised at $6500,00. Died Jan 8, 1938, age 72 yrs.

 

Woodcox, Ward W., ae 70, admitted Mar 20, 1937, son of Geo. W. Woodcox and Jane Robertson, born in Concord twp. DeKalb Co, Ind. Mar 25, 1866. Became a inmate for permanent care. Single. Medical examiner Dr. finds his suffering from senility and prostatic hypertrophy. In event of death notify Secy K.P. Lodge. St. Joe, Ind. A.W. Trostel, trustee, Concord twp. Taken to Scared Heart Hospital Mar 30 - 37. Died April 1, 1937 – Cancer. Buried at St. Joe, Ind. Sat. Apr 3, 1937

 

Winebrenner, Arthur, ae 55, admitted Dec 16, 1940, son of Joseph Winebrenner and Jane Fisher was born March 2, 1885, Churubusco, Ind, was a resident of DeKalb Co 45 yrs. Brothers: Ike Winebrenner, North Adam, Mich; Orie Winebrenner, Auburn; Sisters: Viola Goodrich, Jackson, Mich.; *Fe__ Treesh, Corunna, Ind: In event of death notify Orie Winebrenner. Killed himself Nov 24. 1941, 6-30 in the evening, stuck him self with his pocket knife. Dilgards came and got him.

 

Whitby, David, ae 51, admitted Feb 13, 1941, of Stafford twp, admitted for permanent cares. Son of George Whitby and Sarah Henderson of Fort Wayne, Ind., 2 children and wife. Francis Whitby of Stafford twp; Agnes Whitby, of Stafford twp; Born in Ohio Oct 15, 1899, and became a resident of DeKalb Co, Mar 25, 1911. A resident of Stafford twp Apr 16, 1938. In event of death notify his sister, Mrs. Emma Dangler, Waterloo, Ind.

 

Widmer, Mrs. May Belle, ae 74, admitted Dec 28, 1942, of Keyser twp. widow. Daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Christian *N__way. Children: Harold Widmer, Mt Clemens, Michigan; Helen Clear, Detroit, Mich. Born in Cleveland, Ohio, Nov 24, 1868. Became in Indiana from Defiance County, date 1890. Became resident of Keyser twp. Jan 1894. In case of death notify Mr. Widmer, Mt. Clemens, Michigan, also Mrs. Helen Clear, Detroit, Michigan.

 

Zaner, Amos, Butler, ae 80, admitted Oct 3, 1932. John and Sarah. Died Mar 26, 1935 ae 83. Buried at Butler, Ind.

 

Alig, Lawrence, ae 86, admitted May 7, 1951, born Sept 1, 1864 in Jay County, Ind. brought her from the DeKalb County Jail by court order, from Judge Stump. Died June 12, 1851

 

Brandon, Ethel, ae 45, admitted May 7, 1956, born Jun 8, 1905/08. Call Melvin Brandon in case of sickness or death. Raymond Snyder Trustee. Ethel left her Aug 19th went to Robert Long Hospital for treatment, Lump on right Jaw. Operated on jaw and neck Aug 26, 1960 discharged Sept 9, 1960. *Has a lot in Woodlawn Cemetery in Auburn. Call Gerig Funeral Home, Taken to Robert Long Hospital July 21, ,1960 discharged Aug 7, 1961, was at the Co. Home from Aug 7 to Aug 9, 1961. Taken to the Sheehy Nursing Home at Butler, Ind. on Aug. 9, 1961. Ethel passed away Aug 29, 1961 at 12:00 at Sheehy Nursing Home at Butler, Ind. Services at Gerigs Funeral Home Aug 31, 1961. Died of Lung Cancer.

 

Bhern, John, ae 85, admitted May 24, 1954, John Wm. Bhern born in Defiance, Ohio. Brought here from Asley Ind., He has 3 daughters, Beulal Gummfinale Housewife, Dealah Bevier, Tredonia Justus. Son Wm. Bherns. John Bherns died Jan 24, 1956, at 5:25. The funeral at Dilgard & Cline Dec, 27.

 

Cramer, Ira, ae 57, admitted Nov 15, 1932. Born in Ind. 1875. In case of death call Jess Cramer, Altona, Ind. Guy Myers, trustee, union twp. He has a sister Mrs. Stevenson, Auburn. Ira Cramer, died Dec 23, 1856. Hear Attack, taken by Wm. Loy to McKee Funeral home, service at 10:00 12-26-56. Burial at **Union Cemetery.

 

Coleman, Edward Cornelius, ae 26y, admitted July 26, 1956. Born Aug 18, 1880, ae 75. In case of death call Mrs. Henry Kline, Hamilton, Ind. Clyde Rosenberry, trustee, Troy twp. Edward C. Coleman died Feb 18, 1957. About 10:00 a.m. Was taken to the Swifts Funeral Home at Hamilton, Ind.

 

Henry Cobler, ae 65, admitted April 29, 1938. Henry Cobler was born in Jackson Twp. in 1873, his father name Hayden Cobler and Nancy Cobler. John Cobler brother lives in Jackson Twp. Lester Cobler brother Auburn, Ind, Clara McClellan , sister, Glen Heffley trustee Union. Jan 22, 1952. Took Henry Cobler to the Asylum age 79yrs, the Sherriff took him.

 

Blanchard, Russel H., admitted Jan 11, 1960. Born Sep 27, 1895, age 64. Son of James W. and Etta Blanchard. Call Mrs. Constance Shuman, Waterloo. Wayne C. Voss Trustee.

 

Crowl, Kenneth, ae 39, admitted Mar 11, 1941. Born May 9, 1901 at Auburn, Ind. Brother Edward Crowl Waterloo, Ind. Call Edward Crowl in case of death. Wayne Voss, Trustee Grant Twp. Mrs. Bertha Crowl sister-in-law, Waterloo, Ind. Kenneth Crowl died here at the Home at about 9:00 p.m., on January the 4th, 1961 of Pneumonia. Taken to Ettingers funeral home at Waterloo, *buried in Waterloo, Ind. Cemetery.

 

Collins, Sarah Jane, ae 85, admitted Dec 16, 1949, Sarah Jane Collins was born in Ohio Oct 16, 1864. Ancil Collins son ae 49, TWA Airline; Lois Vassoff, dau, ae 45, housewife; Lester Collins, son ae 40, Mechanic; Sheldon Collins, son ae 44, Laborer; Even Collins, son, ae 59, Butcher; Gorden Collins, son, ae 57, farmer; Nina Sowles dau, 46, housewife; Call Nina Sowles Hamilton, Ind. Sarah died at her daughters, July ‘52;

 

Everetts, William, ae 74, admitted April 23, 1960. Came here from Beatty Memorial Hospital, Westville, Ind. William Everetts was born in Indiana, June 8, 1886. Joseph Everetts & Eunice Slentz. Call Mrs. Harley Rench, Angola, Ind., sister. Left Sept 16, 1960 to live with his cousin Glen Everett at Hamilton, Indiana.

 

Bowman, Ray, ae 65, admitted June 12, 1948. Ray Bowman was born at Newville, Ind. April 29, 1883. Frank Bowman brother lives at St. Joe, Ind. Call Frank Bowman, St. Joe, Ind. D. B. Ridgway Trustee, St Joe, Ind.

 

Baughman, Cyrus, ae 82, admitted Nov 3, 1952, born Union Twp, DeKalb County, May 5, 1870. He has four children: Paul, ae 52, work at Gas, Auburn, Ind; Dessie, ae 50, don’t know where she is; Ralph, ae 48, Factory worker; Edna, ae 46, housewife. Joe Miller, Trustee. Cryus Baughman, died Dec 8, 1952 at 10 a.m. the body was taken to the Wm. Loy Funeral Home in Auburn, Ind. Age 82 yrs.

 

Deems, Eliza, ae 75, admitted Nov 8, 1945. Eliza Deems was born Nov 10, 1871 in Wilmington Twp. Her father name was Joseph Deems her mother name was Rebecca Deems. Eliza is single brought here from Butler, Ind. by Walter Mutzfeld Trustee. In case of death call Mrs. Fred Moughler or the Johnson Funeral home she has her own money for funeral expense at the Butler Bank. Eliza Deems died Mar 22, 1951 at 8 a.m. Johnson undertaker, Butler Ind. ae 80 yrs.

 

Frick, Chas., admitted April 8, 1941, was born Sept 24, 1869 his father name was George W. Frick, his mother name was Susan E. Hammand. He was born in DeKalb Co., Ind. brought here from Wilmington Twp. by Walter Mutzfeld, Trustee. Took Chas. Frick to Hospital, Jan 27th, 1951. Charles Frick died Dec 10, 1955, 9:00 a.m. taken Ettinger Funeral Home, Funeral Dec 13, 1955.

 

Frehse, Ethel, admitted March 1, 1958, ae 57, born Nov 27, 1900, Decatur, Ind.

 

Habig, Henry Carl, ae 73, admitted May 15, 1960. Son of Mary & Charles Habig. Born Dec 30, 1887, Indiana. Henry Habig was brought here from Westville, Ind. on May 15, 1960. Mrs. Margaret Barhyght, Waterloo, Indiana. Was taken to Sanders Hospital Oct 12, in Gerig Ambulance. Deceased Nov 9, 1960 at 3:00 o’clock at Sanders Hospital taken to Gerig Funeral Home. *Burial in New Haven.

 

Hayes, Edward, ae 83, admitted June 6, 1944, was born June 19, 1864 at Defiance Ohio, his fathers name was James Hayes, his mothers name Rebecca Hayes. Ed Hayes died at the County Home, Nov 29, 1951 at 3 a.m. took body to Garrett, Ind.

 

Morrison, Lily F., ae 75, Jul 10, 1950. Lily F. Morrison was born in DeKalb Co., Ind., Dec 24, 1874, the daughter of Fredrick and Melvinie Ellenwood. Was brought here from Waterloo, Ind. July 10, 1950 by O. Shuman Trustee. In case of death call Mrs. Ettinger, Waterloo undertaker. Died Oct 29, 1958, at Souders Hospital and was removed to the Ettinger Funeral Home at Waterloo. Funeral services at 2:00 p.m. Oct 30, 1958.

 

Muhn, Alferd, ae 53, admitted April 20, 1927. Son of Martin and Viola Gilford Muhn, has one brother Ed Muhn of Auburn, Ind. two sons Robert and Noel Muhn, but don’t know where they live. Ws born Ceeder Crick, Allen Co., Ind., Sept 17, 1874. The trustee was Claud Fitch of Butler Township, DeKalb Co., Ind. Has a lot in *Woodlawn, south west side. Alferd Muhn died by a heart attact in the field driving a tractor, May 16 at 1 p.m. 1951, ae 76ys, 8m.

 

Johnson, Henry, ae 38, admitted Feb 10, 1959. Son of Robert & Mary Johnson, born December 10, 1920. In case of death notify Harry Johnson, Battle Creek, Mich. Wayne Voss, Trustee.

 

Johnson, Robert, ae 48, admitted Feb 10, 1959. Son of Robert & Mary Johnson, born January 10, 1922. In case of death notify Harry Johnson, Battle Creek, Michigan. Wayne Voss, Trustee, Grant Township.

 

Miller, Mary Lou, ae 35, admitted June 29, 1933. Came her from the feeble minded home at Ft. Wayne in exchange for a Salerno boy. She was born April 14, 1899 at Miller City, Putnam Co. Ohio, Admitted to State school at Ft Wayne June 4, 1923 from DeKalb Co., by her father Alva Miller, she has three sisters, Erma Morton Payton, Butler, Ind.; C.R. Chapman, Butler; Clara Clark, Waterloo. Ind case of death call Mrs. Robert J. Wing. Continental, Ohio. They have money for funeral expense.

 

Miller, Alva, ae 82, admitted June 9, 1945, was born Jan 17, 1863. Came to DeKalb Co in 1901 from Crawford Co. Ohio, his father name was Joe Miller, his wife Lousia. He had four daughters, Erma Payton, Clara Clark, Butler; Luda Chapman, Butler; Mary Lou Miller, here. Alva Miller died here at the home, Dec 6, 1951 at 1 p.m. Burried at *Waterloo, Ind.

 

Noel, Effie, ae 62, admitted June 4, 1945, born Oct 9, 1883,daughter of Perry Noel and Mary Ellen Thompson Noel. She was born in Kesyer Twp. Effie Noel died June 27, 1950. Iler undertaker, burried in *Cedar Chaple.

 

Nichols, Alice, admitted May 19, 1945. Her mother name Mrs. Nelson Cramer, she has one sister Mellie *McToch, Auburn. One son Jacob Nichols at he home at Knightown, Ind. Alice Nichols died here at the home, Dec 16, 1951, at 8 a.m. took the body to Dilgards at Auburn. died age 56.

 

Pickard, Frank, admitted Mary 18, 1957, son of Washington & Icy Dema Pickard. Born July 28, 1898. Frank Pickard died April 27, 1958, about 2:30 o’clock. Taken at Garrett buried at *Union Cemetery (heart).

 

Sowers, Earl, ae 70, admitted Jan 31, 1947, born in Allen Co., Ind., Oct 12, 1877. Came to DeKalb County, June 1940, in Concord Twp. In case of sickness or death call Mrs. Henry Miller, Antwerp, Ohio. Trustee D. B. Ridgway, St. Joe. In case of death call Perlins & Reed, undertaker at Hicksville, Ohio. Clyde J. Strubrug, Adm. Burial at *North Scipio, Ind.

 

Schwartz, Chas. A., ae 85, admitted Feb 16, 1952, born Dec 18, 1865 in Ohio. Smithfield Township. He has two children. Albert Schwartz, one daughter Rosetta Kessler, his wife Eva E. Schwartz, at Butler convelesant Home. Ora E. Rowe Trustee of Fairfield Township. In case of death call Clyde Monroe, Corunna, have them call his daughter Mrs. Rosetta Kessler. Rush Smathers, Ashley. Discharged Feb 6, 1954, he was taken to the Hospital Jan.

 

Seemen, Gover, ae 63, admitted Feb 6, 1948, born in Stafford Twp. in 1885. Has no living. Karl Bracaw, Trustee, Wilmington, Twp. Grover died at the Co. Home Feb 1952, took body to Butler, Ind.

 

Topper. William Abraham, ae 82, admitted Feb 4, 1951, was born in Butler, Ind., Dec 25, 1868. Was brought here from Garrett Ind., has daughter Dell Marie Creager. Garrett, Ind. Lester Smurr Trustee, discharged August 9, 1951, went back to Garrett.

 

Woodcox, Orla, ae 29, admitted June 18, 1836. Arlo Woodcox was born March 12, 1907 at St Joe, Ind., his mother names was Mussie Woodcox. (1960 Concord Twp Walter Moor Trustee—L. H.)

 

Wood, Maude Minnie, ae 66, admitted June 16, 1950. Minnie Maude Wood was born Aug 22, 1883 in Stafford Twp., Indiana. In case of death or sickness call sister Laura Williams at Auburn or Nephew Lemma Wilson. Discharged Oct 1, 1950.

 

Lung, Emma, 52, admitted Jan 19, 1929, her father was Emanul Lung. She was born Sept 5, 1876. Clarence Mc Clintoch, guardian. Emma has a pin in care of the Home Supt. to be put on her dress when she is buried. *Emma was transferred to Sheehy Nursing Home at Butler, Ind. July 14, 1962.

 

Mortimer, Alice, ae 80, admitted Feb 1943. Her name was Spinder, daughter of Nick Spinder. She has three children: Arthur Mortimer; Ross Mortimer, California; Lulu Mason. Alice died here at the home May 5, 1952 at 8:15 p.m. took her body to Garrett, Ind, undertaker, Geo. Iler. As near as we know was 88 yrs. old.

 

Derrow, Amanda, ae 63, admitted July 29, 1960. Born Oct 8,______. *Amanda went with her sister August 8, 1960.

 

Hilkey, Almeda, ae 70, admitted Jan. 9, 1950, was born in Jackson Twp, Ind. Mar 30, 1879. Frank Hilkey, brother died, Rose Zehendemer sister died. In case of death or sickness call Frank Hilkey, Auburn, Ind. Discharged Oct 16, 1950 went to Hicksville, Ohio, to nursing home. Returned to the Co. Home Jan 14, 1952. Trustee Chester Battermore, Jackson Twp. Rue Murry, guardian. Almeda Hilkey was admitted to Robert Long Hospital May 24, 1955. Died July 2, 1955. Body was brought to the Dilgard & Cline Funeral Home.

 

*Juhasz, Barbara, admitted April 6, 1953. Discharged Mar 6, 1953, she was taken to Westville, Ind.

 

Howey, Ralph C. ae 61, admitted Dec 4, 1953, was born July 4, 1892 at Concord Ind., son of James and _______ Howey. Has two brothers Maurice and Richard. In case of death call or illness Earl Summers. Discharged July 6, 1955. Admitted Sept 6, 1956 by court order, see order for further Information. *Ralph was taken to Westville, Ind., for treatment Oct 31, 1956.

 

Hosler, Louis, ae 61, admitted Feb 6, 1954, born Dec 22, 1892 in Richland Twp., DeKalb Co., Ind. In case of death call George Hosler. Elkhart, Ind. Father name Andrew Hosler, Mothers name Mary Cook Hosler, both dead. Lawrence Hosler, Elkhart, Ind.

 

Clink, Mrs. Lola, ae 71, admitted June 29, 1955, born Jan 28, 1884. In case of death call Mrs. Glenn R. Miller (niece) Fort Wayne, Indiana. Father Jefferson Seery, Mother Ellen Stroh. *Taken to Westville by Geo. Milks Mar 12, 1957.

 

Provines, Bert, ae 54, admitted Feb 1, 1958, was born Nov 16, 1905. Son of Perry & Anna Provines. Born in Jackson Twp. DeKalb County, Raymond Snyder, Trustee. Taken to Souder Hospital Oct 9, 1961 x-rays taken Oct 10, 1961, report Carcomia of the esophagus. Returned to the home Oct 13, 1961. Entered Parkview Hospital Oct 15, 1961 released Oct 20, 1961. Taken back five days a week for cobalt treatments. Last treatment Dec. 1, 1961. 32 treatments. Took Bert to Sander’s Hospital June 29th at 8:00 a.m., he passed away June 30, 1962 at 5:34 a.m.

 

Silliman, Vera E., ae 67, admitted Oct 11, 1959, was born June 27, 1892, Bryan, Ohio. Raymond Snyder, Trustee. Vera left the home May 27, 961 rented an apartment in Auburn.

 

Shirk, Walter J., ae 57, admitted Aug 20, 1959, was born Sept 23, 1902, Keyser Twp., DeKalb County. Son of Levi & Nettie Shirk. Eugene D. Yarde, Trustee. Left County Home Sept 5, 1959 Returned November 18, 1959.

 

Steffen, Charley, ae 51, admitted Nov. 18, 1959, born September 22, 1908. Raymond Snyder, Trustee. Union Township.

 

Blanchard, Russell H., ae 64, admitted Jan 11, 1960, born Sept 27, 1895, son of James W. & Etta Blanchard. Call Mrs. Constance Shuman, Waterloo. Wayne C. Voss, Trustee, Grant Twp. Left Co. Home June 30, 1961, Went to Butler Hotel Rest Home, Butler, Ind., Returned Aug 18, 1961. Left Co. Home Feb 5, 1962, went to Chicago, returned to Home May 16, 1962.

 

Corbin, Goldie, ae 61, admitted Mar 21, 1962. Worth Corbin, Rosa Topper, parents. Born June 27, 1901, DeKalb Co. Sister Mrs. J. R. Herbolsheimer, Auburn, Ind.

 

Diehl, Emma, ae 83, admitted Mar 26, 1962. Sent out by Judge Stump. Parents John W. Morgan and Susanne Stuart, born Aug 3, 1878. Niece Mrs. Viola Engle Auburn, Ind.

 

Cisco, David Willmer, admitted July 10, 1961, born Feb 16, 1888. Parents John Wesley and Rachel Miller, Brother John Wesly Cisco, Canal Winchester, Ohio. Dana left the Home Sept 25th moved back into Auburn.

 

Curry, Julia Alice, ae 77, admitted Nov 29, 19961, born March 7, 1884, parents William Cromer deceased, and Carrie Bell Cromer, deceased. Daughter Mrs. Philip Moody, Auburn, Indiana. Was checked by three Dr.’s to be sent to Westville, last week in Sept 61, six mo. up third week in March 1962.

 

Frahse/Frehse, Ethel, ae 57, admitted March 1, 1858. Estel Shippy Trustee, Richland Township. Taken to Souders Hospital April 15th, operated on April 16th. Passed away April 29th at 8:00 p.m. Taken to McKee Funeral Home at Garrett. Burial at Corunna, Daughter Mrs. Harold O’Brian, Lisbon, Ind. Trustee, Joe Miller Auburn, Ind. Union Twp.

 

Gaff, Allen, ae 43, admitted Sept. 9, 1960. Born Feb 8, 1917. Raymond Snyder, Trustee, Union Township.

 

Keister, Birdie Mae, ae 73, admitted Feb 1, 1961. Born May 2, 1887, daughter of John & Dessie Miliman, born at St. Joe, Ind. Call Mrs. Violet Penzin, Flint, Michigan. Left here May 1, 1961 Moved into Auburn with Mrs. Ruby Shuster.

 

Mountz, Charles ae 39, admitted Jan 16, 1961, left Mar 27, 1962, readmitted May 3, 1962. Born Oct 11, 1922, father Chester L. Mounts Sr. deceased. Mother Alvia Pearl Rickey, deceased.

 

Mountz, Eli buck, ae 49, admitted Nov 10, 1961, born Sept 26, 1912. Mrs. Gerald Wiler sister, Gary, Indiana. Raymond Snyder Trustee, Union Twp.

 

Mayfield, Harry, admitted July 9, 1961, born April 29, 1884. Harry Mayfield. Son Bob Mayfield, Auburn, Ind. Harry left the home June 16th, 1962 to go live at his home in Jackson, Mich. there is a woman there that wanted to take care of him. Returned June 23, 1962.

 

Pettit, L, Harry, admitted Dec 20, 1961, born Feb 18, 1918, son of George Pettit and Enid Fegler. *Harry left the home April 30, 1962

 

Rempis, Lester L., admitted June 28, 1962, born July 19, 1890, son of Theodore & Lillie Rempis. Lester is nearly blind. Daughters, Margaret and Barbara, son Conway.

 

Sowers, Earl, ae 70, admitted June 21, 1947, born Oct 12, 1877. Call Perkings & Reed Funeral Home at Hicksville, Ohio. Clyde J. Strubing, Adm. *Burial North Scipio, Indiana. Derrow Strubing Adm., since his father (Clyde) death in 19545 for Earl Sowers, Hicksville. Ohio passed away Feb 21, 1962 at 9:15 a.m.

 

Ulrey, Ralph, ae 76, admitted June 24, 1961. Born Jan 22, 1885. Brought here by his trustee Vern Bachtel from Waterloo, Ind. Born at North Manchester, Ind. Wabash Co.

 

Vosgeran, Johannes H. ae 81, admitted July 23, 1962. Born Jan 16, 1881 in Germany.