Hi,
I am new to this list. I have information taking me to Ripley Co., IN. I
would like some information on how to prove relationships that I think that I
know. How old of birth, death, marriage certificates are available. What
would be the major newspapers of the time, where I could possibly find
obituaries? I have already read the census records. If I make a trip to the
area this summer, do you have a genealogical society? What would be good
places for me to visit?
This is what I already know:
WILLIAM COLLINS, born September 23, 1861 in New Marion, IN married Ida Irene
Collins in 1887.
His father was JOHN COLLINS born about 1840 in Indiana. I am looking to
prove that his wife was Mary Rebecca Vasser Burton, born in Ripley Co., IN
and that his father was WILLIAM COLLINS born in Ohio.
Any information that will help me to begin my search in your area will be
greatly appreciated.
Shari