The Hagans of Orange County, Indiana

A Family History

Written by Robert E. Lane

October 2011

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FIRST GENERATION

1. Barney Hagan was born Unknown. probably in Ireland.

According to the Irish web site Ireland-information.com, the Irish name Hagan is

derived from the Gaelic O'hAgain Sept that was originally rendered as O'hOgain, from

a Gaelic word meaning 'young'. This Sept was located in the province of Ulster and

in County Tyrone in particular. Another Sept, O'hAodhagain of County Amagh, also

anglicized their name as O'Hagan.

Beth Conaster and other researchers reported that brothers John, Barney and William

came over from Ireland. Between 1767 and 1775, the brothers received land grants

from the British Crown in Mecklenburg County, NC; several hundred acres on Cedar and

Glady Forks of 12 Mile Creek. The family was in New York for about a year before

moving to Virginia.

Barney enlisted in the 12th Virginia Continental Line during the Revolutionary war.

He was killed in the war in 1777, and son Arthur (Black Art) inherited his land

warrants in Kentucky. Arthur evidently moved most or all of the family to TN/KY

where he was a bondsman for Thomas Hagan's marriage to Nancy Birdwell. None of this

data is proven, although Ancestry.com posted the contents of "Revolutionary War

Records: Virginia". Section III, Virginia Military Land Warrants, Virginia Military

District of Ohio, Granted for Revolutionary War Service; Continental State Line,

Beginning August 8, 1782, page 445, which lists the following: Number = 2878,

Warrantees = Barney Hagan, decd. (Arthur Hagan, heir at law), Rank & Service = Sgt.,

War. This lends some credence to part of the data.

He died Unknown.

Barney Hagan and Rachel Biram were married about 1759. Beth Conatser reported that

Barney married Rachel Biram, daughter of Bryant Biram and Christian Stallings, about

1759 in Essex County, Va. None of this is proven, although there was a grandchild

named William Biram. Rachel Biram was born Unknown. She died Unknown. Barney

Hagan and Rachel Biram had the following children:

2 i. Arthur "Black Art" Hagan, born between 1760 and 1770.

3 ii. Arthur "Red Art" Hagan, born between 1760 and 1765.

SECOND GENERATION

2. Arthur "Black Art" Hagan was born between 1760 and 1770. The story related in The
History of Monroe Co. implies that he was born in Ireland. However, it's possible
that he was born in the United States. See the entry for his father.

The History of Monroe Co: 1820 - 1988 reports that Arthur was kidnapped by some
sailors and forced to serve on a ship sailing to New York. When they arrived in New
York, he managed to escape. His parents thought he was dead and later had another
son and named him Arthur after their son that was lost. They soon migrated to
America, settling in New York. After they had been there for awhile, they found
their lost son. The eldest Arthur had black hair and the youngest Arthur had red
hair, so, to distinguish their names, they called the eldest "Black Art" and the
youngest "Red Art". Black Art Hagan migrated southward and settled in Washington
County, Tenn. He was listed on the 1796 tax list. He migrated to Barren County,
Ky. around 1803. That part of Barren County is now a part of Monroe County. He
settled on a farm east of Tompkinsville near the present Monroe County Medical
Center. He camped and lived in a cave until he could build a house. He married
Jane Means, believed to be the daughter of Isaac Means Sr. Arthur and Jane were
the parents of several children, among them were Nancy Lumira, married Isaac
Jackson; Jane, married William Rush; Mary, married Edward Fraley; Elizabeth, married
Robert Leaster; Margaret, born 1803, married Elijah Wright Harlan; Arthur Jr., Hiram
and John Hagan. John Hagan married Hannah Harlin, a sister to Elijah Wright Harlan.

[Note: Doug Moore's research indicated that Elizabeth and Arthur Jr. actually
belonged to Red Art].

Although the story of the two Arthurs might be a little hard to believe, it does
have some factual basis. A study of the land tax records of early Monroe (Barren)
county shows two Arthur Hagans, one who was often labeled with the word "black" or
letter "B" and the other labeled "red" or "R".

Donna Chilton Derrick reported hearing a family story that Arthur stowed away on a
ship coming from Ireland. Her aunt Wilma Chilton Cornwell has a dish which was sent
by the Irish family as a wedding gift. This story is consistent with the story from
the history book.

Luther Hagan had related to Donald Hagan that the Hagans originally lived in the

Asheville, NC area, although there is no proof of this.

He appeared in the census in 1820 in Monroe County, KY. It lists 1 male 10-15, 1

male over 45 and 1 female over 45.

Black Art died about 1828 in Monroe County, KY.

Arthur "Black Art" Hagan and Jane Means were married Unknown. Jane Means was born

between 1760 and 1765. She appeared in the census in 1820 in Monroe County, KY.

She died Unknown. Arthur Hagan and Jane Means had the following children:

4 i. Thomas Hagan, born between 1780 and 1790.

5 ii. Nancy Lumira Hagan, born about 1785.

6 iii. Mary "Polly" Hagan, born about 1792.

7 iv. Sarah Hagan, born about 1795.

8 v. Jane "Jennie" Hagan, born about 1797.

9 vi. John Hagan, born about 1798.

10 vii. Margaret M. "Peggy" Hagan, born February 20, 1803.

11 viii. Hiram Hagan, born about 1808.

3. Arthur "Red Art" Hagan was born between 1760 and 1765. He appeared in the census

in 1810 in Barren County, KY. He died about 1830 in Monroe County, KY. Arthur

"Red Art" Hagan and Lydia [Unknown] were married between 1780 and 1785. Lydia

[Unknown] was born between 1760 and 1765. She appeared in the census in 1810 in

Barren County, KY. She died about 1838 in Monroe County, KY.

THIRD GENERATION

4. Thomas Hagan was born between 1780 and 1790. He died Unknown. Doug Moore reported

that Thomas doesn't appear in any records after 1804. Thomas Hagan and Nancy Birdwell

were married on September 15, 1801 in Washington County, TN. Beth Conatser reported

that a historical magazine in Missouri stated that Thomas and Nancy were married.

She contacted Dayton Birdwell (who compiled the data in History of Monroe Co: 1820-

1988) and was told that he was pretty sure that this marriage occurred and that after

Thomas died Nancy married a Farily and moved to Illinois. Doug Moore reported that

there is no proof of the marriage. Nancy Birdwell1 was born on February 11, 1784.

She died on October 1, 1872.

5. Nancy Lumira Hagan was born about 1785 in Tennessee.

She appeared in the census in 1850 in Monroe County, KY. It lists Nancy (65),

Margaret (40), Jemima (30), George (26) and Nancy (18).

She died Unknown.

Nancy Lumira Hagan and David "Isaac" Jackson were married on September 26, 1805 in

Monroe County, KY (Kentucky Marriages To 1850). David "Isaac" Jackson was born in

1788 in Virginia. He died before 1850 based on the fact that he doesn't appear

with the family in the 1850 census. David Jackson and Nancy Lumira Hagan had the

following children:

12 i. Margaret Jackson, born about 1810.

13 ii. Jemima Jackson, born about 1820.

14 iii. George Jackson, born about 1824.

15 iv. Jane Jackson, born about 1832.

6. Mary "Polly" Hagan was born about 1792 in Tennessee.

She appeared in the census in 1850 in Monroe County, KY. She appeared in the

census in 1860 in Monroe County, KY.

Polly died Unknown.

Mary "Polly" Hagan and Edward Frailey were married on August 16, 1810 in Monroe

County, KY (Kentucky Marriages To 1850). Edward Frailey son of Christian Frailey

and Elizabeth Harding, was born on September 14, 1791 in Washington County, TN.

He appeared in the census in 1850 in Monroe County, KY. It lists Edward (58), Mary

(55), Elizabeth (36) and Elizabeth Pedigo (16). He appeared in the census in 1860

in Monroe County, KY. It lists Edward (68) and Mary (68). Edward died Unknown.

Edward Frailey and Mary Hagan had the following child:

16 i. Elizabeth Frailey, born about 1814.

7. Sarah Hagan was born about 1795 in Tennessee. She died Unknown. Sarah Hagan and

Solomon Goodman were married on February 10, 1813 in Monroe County, KY (Kentucky

Marriages To 1850). Solomon Goodman was born about 1792. He died Unknown.

8. Jane "Jennie" Hagan was born about 1797 in Tennessee.

She appeared in the census in 1850 in Monroe County, KY. She appeared in the

census in 1860 in Ursa Township, Adams County, IL.

Jennie died before 1870 based on the fact that William appears to be a widower in

the 1870 census. She may have died in Wayne County, IL. Diane Lehner reported

finding a Jane Hagan that came from Monroe/Barren Co. KY to Wayne County. She was

born in 1797, the daughter of Arthur Hagan. William was in Wayne County in the

1870 census.

Jane "Jennie" Hagan and William Rush were married on April 13, 1814 in Monroe

County, KY (Kentucky Marriages To 1850). William Rush, son of James Rush and Molly

[Unknown], was born about 1794 in Virginia. He appeared in the census in 1850 in

Monroe County, KY. It lists William (56), Jane (53), Jemima (31), Rachel (21),

John (19), George (18), Sarah (15), Delilah (13), Hewlit (8) and Merinda (5).

There are other people in the household whose relationship is unclear. He appeared

in the census in 1860 in Ursa Township, Adams County, IL. It lists William (66),

Jane (64), Merinda (15), and a number of unknown people. His occupation was laborer,

hers was domestic. He appeared in the census in 1870 in Hickory Hill Township,

Wayne County, IL. It lists William (76) living with his son, George. He died

Unknown. William Rush and Jane Hagan had the following children:

17 i. Jemima Rush, born about 1819.

18 ii. Margaret Rush, born about 1820.

19 iii. Rachel Rush, born about 1829.

20 iv. John Rush, born about 1831.

21 v. George W. Rush, born about 1832.

22 vi. Sarah Rush, born about 1835.

23 vii. Delilah Rush, born about 1837.

24 viii. Hewlit Rush, born about 1842.

25 ix. Merinda Rush, born about 1845.

9. John Hagan was born about 1798 in Lincoln County, KY. His son Arthur reported his
birthplace as Tennessee in the 1880 census.

Doug Moore searched the early records for Monroe and surrounding counties and made

these observations: There was only one John Hagan in the 1820 - 1840 censuses.

Even though there is a slight discrepancy in his age between 1830 and 1840, it is

fairly certain that it is the same John Hagan in each of these censuses. John

Hagan also appears in the property tax records from 1821 through 1840. Again,

there is only one, and it is fairly certain that this is the same John Hagan of

the censuses.

He appeared in the census in 1820 in Monroe County, KY. It lists 1 male 19-25, 1
female 0-10 and 1 female 16-25. He appeared in the census in 1830 in Monroe
County, KY. It lists 2 males 10-15, 1 male 30-40, 3 females 0-5, 1 female 10-15
and 1 female 20-30. He appeared in the census in 1840 in Monroe County, KY. It
lists 1 male 5-10, 1 male 10-15, 1-male 15-20, 1-male 30-40, 3 females 0-5, 1
female 5-10, 2 females 10-15 and 1 female 30-40.

John and Hannah moved from Monroe County, KY to Missouri about 1842. Daughter

Jemima and family, and possibly others, accompanied them.

He died Unknown. The Harlan book reports that he died in Missouri.

John Hagan and Hannah Harlan were married on June 12, 1817 in Barren County, KY, by

John F. Dunham (Kentucky Marriages To 1850). Their marriage license lists their

fathers as Arthur Hagan and John Harland. Siblings John and Margaret Hagan married

siblings Hannah and Elijah Harlan. Hannah Harlan, daughter of John Harlan and

Jemima Wright, was born about 1800 in Lincoln County, KY. Some sources report her

birthplace as Barren County, KY. Her son Arthur reported her birthplace as

Tennessee in the 1880 census. He reported her name as Sallie Batchelor on the

marriage record with his last wife, Ruth, but all other evidence indicates this is

incorrect. She appeared in the census in 1820 in Monroe County, KY. She appeared

in the census in 1830 in Monroe County, KY. She appeared in the census in 1840 in

Monroe County, KY. She died Unknown. The Harlan book reports that she died in

Missouri. John Hagan and Hannah Harlan had the following children:

26 i. Jemima Hagan, born about 1820.

27 ii. Arthur B. Hagan, born about 1823.

28 iii. John T. Hagan, born about 1832.

29 iv. Elizabeth Hagan, born about 1833.

10. Margaret M. "Peggy" Hagan was born on February 20, 1803 in Monroe County, KY.

She appeared in the census in 1850 in Monroe County, KY. She appeared in the

census in 1860 in Monroe County, KY. She appeared in the census in 1870 in

Precinct 6, Monroe County, KY.

She died on July 12, 1872 in Monroe County, KY.

Margaret M. "Peggy" Hagan and Elijah Wright Harlan were married on January 26,

1818 in Monroe County, KY (Kentucky Marriages To 1850). Sister and brother

Margaret and John Hagan married brother and sister Elijah and Hannah Harlan.

Elijah Wright Harlan, son of John Harlan and Jemima Wright, was born on January

22, 1797 in Lincoln County, KY. He appeared in the census in 1850 in Monroe

County, KY. It lists Elijah (53), Margaret (47), Hiram (29), Jonathan (20),

Jemima (18), Arthur (15) and Nancy (13). He appeared in the census in 1860 in

Monroe County, KY. It lists Elijah (63), Margaret (57) and Nancy (21). His

occupation was wagon maker. Elijah appeared in the census in 1870 in Precinct 6,

Monroe County, KY. It lists Elijah (73) and Maggie (67). His occupation was

farmer. He died on May 17, 1876 in Monroe County, KY. Elijah Wright Harlan and

Margaret M. Hagan had the following children:

30 i. Hiram Harlan, born about 1821.

31 ii. Jonathan Harlan, born about 1830.

32 iii. Jemima Harlan, born about 1832.

33 iv. Arthur Harlan, born about 1835.

34 v. Nancy Harlan, born about 1838.

11. Hiram Hagan was born about 1808 in Monroe County, KY. He appeared in the census in

1850 in Monroe County, KY. It lists Hiram (42), living alone. He appeared in the

census in 1860 in Monroe County, KY. It lists Hiram (51) and James or Joseph

(spelling is unclear) (16). Hiram appeared in the census in 1870 in Precinct 6,

Monroe County, KY. It lists Hiram (61), living alone. He died in 1872 in Monroe

County, KY.

FOURTH GENERATION

12. Margaret Jackson was born about 1810 in Monroe County, KY. She appeared in the

census in 1850 in Monroe County, KY. It lists Margaret (40) living with her

mother. She died Unknown.

13. Jemima Jackson was born about 1820 in Monroe County, KY. She appeared in the

census in 1850 in Monroe County, KY. It lists Jemima (30) living with her mother.

She died Unknown.

14. George Jackson was born about 1824 in Monroe County, KY. He appeared in the census

in 1850 in Monroe County, KY. It lists George (26) living with his mother. He died

Unknown.

15. Jane Jackson was born about 1832 in Monroe County, KY. She appeared in the census

in 1850 in Monroe County, KY. She died Unknown.

16. Elizabeth Frailey was born about 1814 in Monroe County, KY. She appeared in the

census in 1850 in Monroe County, KY. She died Unknown.

17. Jemima Rush was born about 1819 in Monroe County, KY. She appeared in the census

in 1850 in Monroe County, KY. It lists Jemima (31) living with her parents. She

died Unknown.

18. Margaret Rush was born about 1820 in Monroe County, KY.

She appeared in the census in 1850 in Monroe County, KY. She appeared in the

census in 1860 in Monroe County, KY. She appeared in the census in 1870 in

Precinct 5, Monroe County, KY. It lists Margaret (49), Elizabeth (21), Francis

(15), Joseph (12) and Margaret (9).

She died Unknown.

Margaret Rush and Henry Baxter were married Unknown. Henry Baxter, son of John C.

Baxter and Elizabeth Hestand, was born about 1816 in Kentucky. He appeared in the

census in 1850 in Monroe County, KY. It lists Henry (36), Margaret (30), Thomas

(9), Hamilton (7), John (4) and Elizabeth (1). He appeared in the census in 1860

in Monroe County, KY. It lists Henry (43), Mary (40), Henry (15), J.W. (13), E.

Jane (11), F.M. (5) and J.T. (3). He died between 1863 and 1870in Monroe County,

KY. Henry Baxter and Margaret Rush had the following children:

35 i. Thomas J. Baxter, born about 1841.

36 ii. Hamilton Savage Baxter, born November 15, 1843.

37 iii. John W. Baxter, born about 1846.

38 iv. Elizabeth Jane Baxter, born about 1849.

39 v. Isaac Baxter1, born on September 14, 1852.

40 vi. Francis M. Baxter, born about 1855.

41 vii. Joseph Turner Baxter, born April 26, 1857.

42 viii. Sarah Josephine Baxter, born on August 26, 1859.

43 ix. Margaret A. Baxter, born March, 1861.

19. Rachel Rush was born about 1829 in Monroe County, KY. She appeared in the census

in 1850 in Monroe County, KY. She died Unknown.

20. John Rush was born about 1831 in Monroe County, KY. He appeared in the census in

1850 in Monroe County, KY. He died Unknown.

21. George W. Rush was born about 1832 in Monroe County, KY. He appeared in the

census in 1850 in Monroe County, KY. He died Unknown.

22. Sarah Rush was born about 1835 in Monroe County, KY. She appeared in the census

in 1850 in Monroe County, KY. She died Unknown.

23. Delilah Rush was born about 1837 in Monroe County, KY. She appeared in the census

in 1850 in Monroe County, KY. She died Unknown.

24. Hewlit Rush was born about 1842 in Monroe County, KY. He appeared in the census

in 1850 in Monroe County, KY. He died Unknown.

25. Merinda Rush was born about 1845 in Monroe County, KY. She appeared in the

census in 1850 in Monroe County, KY. She appeared in the census in 1860 in Ursa

Township, Adams County, IL. Merinda died Unknown.

26. Jemima Hagan was born about 1820 in Kentucky.

She appeared in the census in 1840 in Monroe County, KY. Jemima appeared in the

census in 1850 in Franklin County, IL. She appeared in the census in 1860 in Mt.

Vernon, Lawrence County, MO. She appeared in the census in 1870 in Spring Garden,

Jefferson County, IL. It lists Jemima (48), Sarah (26), Melinda (22), Florence

(17), Laura (14), Mollie (12) and Fannie (1).

She immigrated to Franklin County, IL. James and Jemima accompanied her parents

when they moved from Monroe County, KY to Missouri about 1842. James and Jemima

were in Illinois by about 1845 when Parmelia was born and were in Franklin

County, IL for the 1850 census. They were back in Missouri by 1853.

Jemima died Unknown.

Jemima Hagan and James Bennett were married about 1838. James Bennett1,3 was born

about 1815 in Tennessee. He was a blacksmith. He appeared in the census in 1840

in Monroe County, KY. He appeared in the census in 1850 in Franklin County, IL.

It lists James (35), Jemima (30), Emma (11), Mary (9), S.A. (7), Parmelia (5),

Elizabeth (2), Missouri (2/12) and Jemima's sister Elizabeth Hagan (17). He

appeared in the census in 1860 in Mt. Vernon, Lawrence County, MO. It lists

James (44), Jemima (39), Emory (20), Mary (19), Sarah (16), Parmelia (14),

Elizabeth (12), Missouri (10), Sarah (7), Florence (5) and Martha (3). He died

before 1870 based on the fact that he doesn't appear with the family after

the 1860 census. James Bennett and Jemima Hagan had the following children:

44 i. Emory H. Bennett, born about 1839.

45 ii. Mary L. Bennett, born about 1841.

46 iii. Sarah A. Bennett, born about 1843.

47 iv. Parmelia W. Bennett, born about 1845.

48 v. Elizabeth Melinda "Betsy" Bennett, born about 1848.

49 vi. Missouri J. Bennett, born in 1850.

50 vii. Sarah J. Bennett, born about 1853.

51 viii. Florence G. Bennett, born about 1855.

52 ix. Martha F. "Mollie" Bennett, born about 1857.

27. Arthur B. Hagan was born about 1823 in Kentucky. He reported his birthplace as

Tennessee in the 1880 census, as did daughter Emma in the 1910 census, but all

other data (including other censuses and his marriage record to Ruth Blake

Qualkenbush as reported by Nancy Baker of Shoals, IN) indicate that Kentucky is

the proper place. His middle name was probably Benham, but this is not certain.

He was a farmer.

It is uncertain exactly when Arthur and Sarah moved to Franklin County, IL.

Arthur's parents, sister Jemima and family, and perhaps others moved from Monroe

County, KY to Missouri about 1842. Jemima and family were in Illinois by about

1845 and were in Franklin County, IL for the 1850 census. When Sarah's parents

were given letters of dismissal from Mill Creek Church in Sept. 1849, they also

moved to Franklin County, IL. Arthur and Sarah could have moved with his parents

to Missouri, then followed his sister to Illinois, or they could have stayed in

Monroe County, KY and accompanied Sarah's parents to Illinois. Arthur and Sarah

moved to Jefferson County, IL around 1856, then to Bond County, IL, sometime before

1865. Arthur came to Orange County, IN between 1870 and 1873, probably because

Sarah's brothers, William and David Baxter, had moved there.

Arthur appeared in the census in 1850 in Franklin County, IL. It lists Arthur (26),
Sally (27), Elizabeth (4) and J.A. (2) living next door to Arthur's brother John.
He appeared in the census in 1860 in Jefferson County, IL. It lists Arthur (35),
Sarah (36), Elizabeth (13), James (11), Warren (7), Emma (4) and Osa (2/12). He
appeared in the census in 1870 in Beaver Creek Township, Bond County, IL. It lists

Arthur (47), Sarah (47), James (21), Emma (13), Osa (10) and Sarah's sister Nancy

Baxter [who later married Arthur] (37). He appeared in the census in 1880 in

French Lick Township, Orange County, IN. It lists Arthur (57) and Nancy (46)

living next door to son Osa.

He served in the military in the American Civil War, serving in Company I of the
3rd Illinois Cavalry. His Illinois Civil War detail report found on the State of
Illinois web site reported the following:

Personal: Residence was Pocahontas, Bond County, IL, occupation farmer,
nativity Kentucky, 42 years old, 5'11" tall, light hair, blue
eyes, florid complexion.

Service Record: Joined on March 23, 1865 in Jacksonville, IL by Capt. Hamilton.
He mustered in on March 24, 1865 in Jacksonville, IL and mustered
out on October 10, 1865 at Fort Snelling, MN, by Capt. Bingham.
He attained the rank of Corporal.

Report of the Adjutant General of the State of Illinois (1900-1902) reports that the
regiment was organized at Camp Butler in August, 1861. It fought in Missouri and
Arkansas, and at Vicksburg during Sherman's movement on the town. In August, 1864,
the Illinois regiments were consolidated into six companies. In September, the
consolidated 3rd Cavalry left Memphis and fought in a number of battles in Tennessee.
In February, 1865, they were in Eastport, Mississippi. This must have been where
Arthur joined them when he enlisted in March. In May, the unit returned to St.
Louis, and from there went to St. Paul, MN. On July 4, it started on an Indian
expedition over the plains of Minnesota and Dakota, going north to the British
possessions, and returning by way of Devil's Lake and Fort Berthold thence to Fort
Snelling, arriving on October 1 and reaching Springfield, IL, on October 18 ,1865,
where it was mustered out.

Arthur filed a claim against his military pension as an invalid on October 18, 1886.

He died about 1898 in Martin County, IN based on the fact that his wife Ruth filed

for his military pension as a widow on January 26, 1899.

Arthur B. Hagan and Sarah A. "Sally" Baxter were married between 1841 and 1845 in

Kentucky. Sarah was a sister of Arthur's second wife, Nancy J. Baxter. Sarah A.

"Sally" Baxter, daughter of John C. Baxter and Elizabeth Hestand, was born about

1823 in Monroe County, KY. She appeared in the census in 1840 in Monroe County,

KY. She appeared in the census in 1850 in Franklin County, IL. She appeared in

the census in 1860 in Jefferson County, IL. She appeared in the census in 1870 in

Beaver Creek Township, Bond County, IL. She died between 1870 and 1873. Arthur B.

Hagan and Sarah A. Baxter had the following children:

53 i. Elizabeth H. "Betty" Hagan, born about 1846.

54 ii. James A. Hagan, born about 1848.

55 iii. Warren J. Hagan, born about 1853.

56 iv. Emma Viola Hagan, born November, 1856.

57 v. Osa M. Hagan, born May 28, 1860.

Arthur B. Hagan and Nancy J. Baxter were married on April 4, 1873 in Orange County,

IN (book C-6, page 211). Nancy was a sister of Arthur's first wife, Sarah Baxter.

Nancy J. Baxter, daughter of John C. Baxter and Elizabeth Hestand, was born about

1834 in Monroe County, KY. She appeared in the census in 1840 in Monroe County,

KY. She appeared in the census in 1870 in Beaver Creek Township, Bond County, IL.

It lists Nancy (37) living with her brother-in-law and sister, Arthur and Sarah

Baxter Hagan. Nancy appeared in the census in 1880 in French Lick Township, Orange

County, IN. She died on April 20, 1890 in Orange County, IN. She was buried at

Moore's Ridge Cemetery in French Lick Township, Orange County, IN. Arthur B. Hagan

and Ruth Blake were married on November 16, 1891 in Martin County, IN (book 5, page

376). Ruth Blake was born in December, 1839 in Indiana. Nancy Baker of Shoals,

IN, reported that her marriage record to Arthur Hagan lists her as Ruth Blake

Qualkenbush. The Martin County marriage index lists her as both Ruth Blake and

Ruth Qualkenbush. It is assumed that Blake is her maiden name and Qualkenbush is

from a prior marriage. However, Marvin Beatty reported in notes sent to James E.

Lane that her maiden name may have been Shields. She appeared in the census in

1900 in Columbia Township, Martin County, IN. It lists Ruth (60), living alone.

She died on July 25, 1905 in Halbert Township, Martin County, IN (book COH-11,

page 56).

28. John T. Hagan was born about 1832 in Kentucky.

He appeared in the census in 1860 in Bond County, IL. It lists John (27), Rachel

(28), Josephine (6), Isabella (4) and Sarah (3). He appeared in the census in

1870 in Beaver Creek Township, Bond County, IL. It lists John (37), Rachel (38),

Josephine (16), Belle (14), Sarah (12), Douglas (9) and James (7) living next

door to John's brother Arthur.

John died Unknown.

John T. Hagan and Rachel Smith were married about 1853. Rachel Smith was born

about 1832 in Illinois. She appeared in the census in 1860 in Bond County, IL.

She appeared in the census in 1870 in Beaver Creek Township, Bond County, IL.

Rachel died Unknown. John T. Hagan and Rachel Smith had the following children:

58 i. Josephine Hagan, born about 1854.

59 ii. Isabella "Belle" Hagan, born about 1856.

60 iii. Sarah Hagan, born about 1858.

61 iv. Douglas Hagan, born about 1861.

62 v. James Hagan, born about 1863.

29. Elizabeth Hagan was born about 1833 in Kentucky. She appeared in the census in

1850 in Franklin County, IL. It lists Elizabeth (17) living with her sister Jemima.

She died Unknown.

30. Hiram Harlan was born about 1821 in Monroe County, KY. He appeared in the census

in 1850 in Monroe County, KY. It lists Hiram (29) living with his parents. His

occupation was wagon maker. He died Unknown.

31. Jonathan Harlan was born about 1830 in Monroe County, KY. He appeared in the

census in 1850 in Monroe County, KY. He died Unknown.

32. Jemima Harlan was born about 1832 in Monroe County, KY. She appeared in the

census in 1850 in Monroe County, KY. She died Unknown.

33. Arthur Harlan was born about 1835 in Monroe County, KY. He appeared in the census

in 1850 in Monroe County, KY. He died Unknown.

34. Nancy Harlan was born about 1838 in Monroe County, KY. She appeared in the census

in 1850 in Monroe County, KY. She appeared in the census in 1860 in Monroe County,

KY. Nancy died Unknown.

FIFTH GENERATION

35. Thomas J. Baxter was born about 1841 in Jackson County, TN. He appeared in the

census in 1850 in Monroe County, KY. He died on June 25, 1854 in Monroe County, KY.

36. Hamilton Savage Baxter was born on November 15, 1843 in Monroe County, KY. He

was a miller and farmer.

He appeared in the census in 1850 in Monroe County, KY. He appeared in the census

in 1860 in Monroe County, KY. He appeared in the census in 1870 in Precinct 6,

Monroe County, KY. It lists Ham (26), Martha (20) and Alonzo (2). He appeared in

the census in 1880 in Tompkinsville, Monroe County, KY. It lists Hamilton (36),

Martha (30), Alonzo (12), Erastus (8), Levesta (6), Barlow (3) and Joshua (1).

He appeared in the census in 1900 in Tompkinsville, Monroe County, KY. It lists

Hamilton (56), Martha (50), Alonzo (32), Barlow (23), Joshua (21), Grover (16),

Sydney (14) and Mattie (12). He appeared in the census in 1910 in Tompkinsville,

Monroe County, KY. It lists Hampton (68), Martha (60), and Sidney (23) and his

wife Roxie (27).

He died on October 25, 1915 in Monroe County, KY. Hamilton was buried at Baxter

Cemetery in Hestand, Monroe County, KY.

Hamilton Savage Baxter and Martha E. Hestand were married on January 29, 1866 in

Monroe County, KY (Kentucky Marriages 1851-1900). Martha E. Hestand, daughter

of Joshua Kelly and Elizabeth Cole, was born on March 22, 1850 in Monroe County,

KY. She appeared in the census in 1870 in Precinct 6, Monroe County, KY. She

appeared in the census in 1880 in Tompkinsville, Monroe County, KY. She appeared

in the census in 1900 in Tompkinsville, Monroe County, KY. She appeared in the

census in 1910 in Tompkinsville, Monroe County, KY. She appeared in the census

in 1920 in Tompkinsville, Monroe County, KY. It lists Martha (67) living with

daughter Mattie. Martha died on August 8, 1934. She was buried at Baxter

Cemetery in Hestand, Monroe County, KY. Hamilton Savage Baxter and Martha E.

Hestand had the following children:

63 i. Alonzo Baxter, born on August 8, 1867.

64 ii. Erastus Baxter, born July 22, 1871.

65 iii. Levestia "Vessie" Baxter, born April 14, 1874.

66 iv. Smith "Barlow" Baxter, born September 26, 1876.

67 v. Joshua Kell Baxter, born on November 15, 1878.

68 vi. Wolford Baxter, born on August 8, 1881.

69 vii. Grover C. Baxter, born on February 22, 1883.

70 viii. Sidney Baxter, born March 27, 1886.

71 ix. Mattie Baxter, born August 14, 1888.

37. John W. Baxter was born about 1846 in Tennessee. He appeared in the census in 1850

in Monroe County, KY. He appeared in the census in 1860 in Monroe County, KY. John

died Unknown.

38. Elizabeth Jane Baxter was born about 1849 in Monroe County, KY. She appeared in the

census in 1850 in Monroe County, KY. She appeared in the census in 1860 in Monroe

County, KY. She appeared in the census in 1870 in Precinct 5, Monroe County, KY.

She died Unknown.

39. Isaac Baxter1 was born on September 14, 1852 in Monroe County, KY. He died on June

2, 1854 in Monroe County, KY.

40. Francis M. Baxter was born about 1855 in Monroe County, KY.

He appeared in the census in 1860 in Monroe County, KY. He appeared in the census

in 1870 in Precinct 5, Monroe County, KY.

He died about 1879in Monroe County, KY.

Francis M. Baxter and Nancy Combs were married on March 14, 1878 in Monroe County,

KY (Kentucky Marriages 1851-1900). Nancy Combs, daughter of Daniel Hestand Combs

and Malinda Poindexter, was born about 1851 in Monroe County, KY. She appeared in

the census in 1880 in Tompkinsville, Monroe County, KY. It lists Nancy (28) and

Frances (1) living with her father. She died Unknown. Francis M. Baxter and

Nancy Combs had the following child:

72 i. Frances M. Baxter, born January 10, 1879.

41. Joseph Turner Baxter was born on April 26, 1857 in Monroe County, KY.

He appeared in the census in 1860 in Monroe County, KY. He appeared in the census
in 1870 in Precinct 5, Monroe County, KY. He appeared in the census in 1880 in
Jackson Township, Orange County, IN. It lists Joseph (23) living with his uncle
and aunt, David and Frances Hubbs Baxter. Joseph married Frances after David died.
He appeared in the census in 1900 in Jackson Township, Orange County, IN. It lists
Joseph (43), Frances (50) and niece Lula Baxter (8). He appeared in the census in
1910 in Jackson Township, Orange County, IN. It lists Joseph (53) and Frances (55).
Joseph appeared in the census in 1920 in Jackson Township, Orange County, IN. It
lists Joseph (62) and Frances (71).

He died on June 11, 1929 in Orange County, IN (book BK-6, page 62). The Springs
Valley Herald (June 20, 1929) reported "Turner Baxter, 72 years of age, last week
disappeared from his home in Jackson Township and has not been heard from since.
When Baxter left home he carried a considerable sum of money and relatives and
authorities fear foul play. Searching parties composed of neighbors and police
authorities of Orange County conducted the vain investigation in an effort to find
Mr. Baxter's where ever he went, followed him but returned the same day. A
handkerchief thought to be Baxter's was found in Painter Creek shortly after his
disappearance and led to the dragging of the creek, without avail. Authorities
also found a place in a nearby woods where someone had lain, but were unable to
identify it with Baxter. A wire to relatives in Kentucky in the hope that he had
left to visit them, but the Kentucky kinsmen had not as yet received a visit from
them." The Springs Valley Herald (June 27, 1929) reported "Turner Baxter, 72 years

of age, after being missing for thirteen days, was found last Sunday morning about

400 yards from his home in Jackson Township, with his throat cut. He had been dead

since shortly after his disappearance, according to authorities. While searchers

were combing Painter Creek and searching over most of the county, Mr. Baxter lay

dead in a clump of bushes a short distance from his home. He had apparently cut his

throat with a razor shortly after telling his wife he was leaving, and laid down to

die. The bloody razor was found in a shirt pocket. Baxter was found in a bad

decomposed condition, caused from exposure for a long period. Funeral services were

held Sunday afternoon followed by interment in Cane Creek cemetery. He is survived

by his wife." He was buried at Cane Creek Cemetery in Jackson Township, Orange

County, IN.

Joseph Turner Baxter and Frances "Fannie" Hubbs were married on January 13, 1890 in
Orange County, IN (book C-8, page 252). Joseph was a nephew of Frances' first
husband, David Baxter. Frances "Fannie" Hubbs, daughter of Joshua Hubbs and Sarah
Harmon, was born on July 22, 1848 in Orange County, IN. according to her grave stone.
She reported Nov. 1849 in the 1900 census. She appeared in the census in 1850 in
Jackson Township, Orange County, IN. She appeared in the census in 1860 in Jackson
Township, Orange County, IN. Fannie appeared in the census in 1870 in Jackson
Township, Orange County, IN. She appeared in the census in 1880 in Jackson Township,
Orange County, IN. She appeared in the census in 1900 in Jackson Township, Orange
County, IN. Fannie appeared in the census in 1910 in Jackson Township, Orange County,
IN. She appeared in the census in 1920 in Jackson Township, Orange County, IN. She
died on August 18, 1935 at the age of 87 in Orange County, IN (book BK-7, page 103).
The Springs Valley Herald (August 22, 1935) reported "Mrs. Frances Baxter, 87, widow

of Turner Baxter, died Sunday night at her home near Newton Stewart of hardening of

the arteries. Short funeral services were conducted at the home with burial in the

Cane Creek cemetery Monday afternoon. Schmutzler was in charge of funeral

arrangements." She was buried at Cane Creek Cemetery in Jackson Township, Orange

County, IN.

42. Sarah Josephine Baxter was born on August 26, 1859 in Monroe County, KY. She died

in April, 1860 in Monroe County, KY.

43. Margaret A. Baxter was born in March, 1861 in Monroe County, KY.

She appeared in the census in 1870 in Precinct 5, Monroe County, KY. She appeared

in the census in 1880 in French Lick Township, Orange County, IN. She appeared in

the census in 1900 in French Lick Township, Orange County, IN. She appeared in

the census in 1910 in French Lick Township, Orange County, IN.

She died Unknown.

Margaret A. Baxter and John D. Case were married on June 23, 1878 in Orange County,

IN (book C-6, page 566). John D. Case, son of Benjamin Franklin Case and Nancy

Gresham, was born in April, 1856 in Indiana. He appeared in the census in 1880 in

French Lick Township, Orange County, IN. It lists John (24), Margaret (19) and

Benjamin (10/12). He appeared in the census in 1900 in French Lick Township,

Orange County, IN. It lists John (44), Margaret (39), Benjamin (20), William (18),

Leonidas (15), Martha (12), Harry (9), Oliver (7), Evert (3) and Sadie (10/12).

He appeared in the census in 1910 in French Lick Township, Orange County, IN. It

lists John (54), Margaret (49), Lee (26), Harry (19), Oliver (17), Everett (13),

Sadie (10) and Fronie (7). He died Unknown. John D. Case and Margaret A. Baxter

had the following children:

73 i. Benjamin Franklin Case, born in August, 1879.

74 ii. William Henry Case, born on March 14, 1882.

75 iii. Leonidas R. "Lee" Case, born in August, 1884.

76 iv. Martha Case, born in March, 1888.

77 v. Harry A. Case, born on August 7, 1890.

78 vi. Oliver Case, born in May, 1893.

79 vii. Everett Case, born in October, 1896.

80 viii. Sadie M. Case, born in August, 1899.

81 ix. Fronie E. Case, born about 1903.

44. Emory H. Bennett was born about 1839 in Kentucky. The 1850 census lists him as

Emma W., female. All other sources list him as Emory. He appeared in the census

in 1850 in Franklin County, IL. He appeared in the census in 1860 in Mt. Vernon,

Lawrence County, MO. His occupation was blacksmith. Emory died Unknown.

45. Mary L. Bennett was born about 1841 in Kentucky. She appeared in the census in

1850 in Franklin County, IL. She appeared in the census in 1860 in Mt. Vernon,

Lawrence County, MO. Mary died Unknown.

46. Sarah A. Bennett was born about 1843 in Missouri. The 1850 census lists her as

S. A. W. F. J. Bennett. She appeared in the census in 1850 in Franklin County,

IL. She appeared in the census in 1860 in Mt. Vernon, Lawrence County, MO. Sarah

appeared in the census in 1870 in Spring Garden, Jefferson County, IL. It lists

Sarah (26) living with her mother. She died Unknown.

47. Parmelia W. Bennett was born about 1845 in Illinois. She appeared in the census

in 1850 in Franklin County, IL. She appeared in the census in 1860 in Mt. Vernon,

Lawrence County, MO. Parmelia died Unknown.

48. Elizabeth Melinda "Betsy" Bennett was born about 1848 in Illinois. She appeared

in the census in 1850 in Franklin County, IL. She appeared in the census in 1860

in Mt. Vernon, Lawrence County, MO. She appeared in the census in 1870 in Spring

Garden, Jefferson County, IL. It lists Melinda (22) living with her mother. She

died Unknown.

49. Missouri J. Bennett was born in 1850 in Illinois. She appeared in the census in

1850 in Franklin County, IL. She appeared in the census in 1860 in Mt. Vernon,

Lawrence County, MO. She died Unknown.

50. Sarah J. Bennett was born about 1853 in Missouri. She appeared in the census in

1860 in Mt. Vernon, Lawrence County, MO. She died Unknown.

51. Florence G. Bennett was born about 1855. The 1860 census lists her birth place

as Missouri, the 1870 census lists it as Illinois. She appeared in the census in

1860 in Mt. Vernon, Lawrence County, MO. She appeared in the census in 1870 in

Spring Garden, Jefferson County, IL. Florence died Unknown.

52. Martha F. "Mollie" Bennett was born about 1857. The 1860 census lists her birth

place as Missouri, the 1870 census lists it as Illinois. She appeared in the

census in 1860 in Mt. Vernon, Lawrence County, MO. She appeared in the census

in 1870 in Spring Garden, Jefferson County, IL. Mollie died Unknown.

53. Elizabeth H. "Betty" Hagan was born about 1846 in Kentucky. She appeared in the

census in 1850 in Franklin County, IL. She appeared in the census in 1860 in

Jefferson County, IL. Betty died Unknown.

54. James A. Hagan was born about 1848 in Illinois. His middle initial is listed as

"B" in the 1860 census. He appeared in the census in 1850 in Franklin County,

IL. He appeared in the census in 1860 in Jefferson County, IL. He appeared in

the census in 1870 in Beaver Creek Township, Bond County, IL. He died Unknown.

55. Warren J. Hagan was born about 1853 in Illinois. He appeared in the census in

1860 in Jefferson County, IL. He died Unknown. It may have been before 1870

since he doesn't appear with the family after the 1860 census.

56. Emma Viola Hagan was born in November, 1856 in Illinois.

She appeared in the census in 1860 in Jefferson County, IL. She appeared in the

census in 1870 in Beaver Creek Township, Bond County, IL. Emma appeared in the

census in 1880 in Jackson Township, Orange County, IN. She appeared in the census

in 1900 in Jefferson Township, Dubois County, IN. It lists Emma (43), Walter

(19), Zadie (14), Bashie (9), Hubbard (5) and Jessie (1). Emma is listed as

married but is also listed as the head of household. Martin is not listed. She

appeared in the census in 1910 in Louisville, Jefferson County, KY. Her occupation

was dress maker.

Emma died Unknown.

Emma Viola Hagan and Martin Van Buren Marlette were married on November 23, 1879

in Orange County, IN (book C-7, page 114). Martin Van Buren Marlette, son of

James N. Marlette and Mary Ann Lane, was born in October, 1859 in Orange County,

IN. He was likely named after his uncle, Martin Van Buren Lane. He appeared in

the census in 1860 in Jackson Township, Orange County, IN. He appeared in the

census in 1870 in Jackson Township, Orange County, IN. He appeared in the census

in 1880 in Jackson Township, Orange County, IN. It lists Martin (20) and Emma (22)

living with his mother. His occupation was farmer. He appeared in the census in

1900 in Greensburg, Green County, KY. It lists Martin (40) boarding in a hotel.

It is not certain that this is the right Martin, but the age and birth place match,

and Emma is listed separately in the 1900 census. He appeared in the census in

1910 in Louisville, Jefferson County, KY. It lists Martin (50), Emma (51), Walter

(28), Bash (19), Hubbard (16) and Jessie (11). His occupation was retail merchant

dealing in coal. He died on January 13, 1919 in Jefferson County, KY (Kentucky

Death Index, volume 5, certificate 2165). Martin Van Buren Marlette and Emma

Viola Hagan had the following children:

82 i. Walter T. Marlette, born in May, 1881.

83 ii. Zadie Marlette, born on July 14, 1885.

84 iii. Bashie Marlette, born in September, 1890.

85 iv. Hubbard H. Marlette, born in October, 1894.

86 v. Jessie Marlette, born in June, 1898.

57. Osa M. Hagan was born on May 28, 1860 in Jefferson County, IL. He was a farmer.

He appeared in the census in 1860 in Jefferson County, IL. Osa appeared in the
census in 1870 in Beaver Creek Township, Bond County, IL. He appeared in the
census in 1880 in French Lick Township, Orange County, IN. It lists Osa (21) and
Nancy (18) living next door to his parents. He appeared in the census in 1900 in
Steen Township, Knox County, IN. It lists Osa (40), Mary (28), John (7) and Martha
(6). Osa appeared in the census in 1910 in Northwest Township, Orange County, IN.
It lists Osa (50), Margaret (40), Luther (18), Martha (16), Arthur (14) [he was
actually 4] and Bernice (2). He appeared in the census in 1920 in Jackson Township,
Orange County, IN. It lists Osa (59), Mary (50), Luther (27), Benham (13), Bernice
(11) and Bessie (7).

The Paoli Weekly News (March 6, 1889) contains this notice: "Mud! mud! is the cry.

Health is good in our neighborhood. Hoop poling is all the go. I start to Arkansas

the fourth of March, and I leave a solid Democrat, and I say to my friends to hold

on to old party, and I also say to my friends, good-by. -- Osa M. Hagan"

He died on November 24, 1928 in Orange County, IN (book BK-6, page 128). The
Springs Valley Herald (November 30, 1928) reported "Osa M. Hagan, aged 67 years, 5
months and 4 days, died suddenly at his home in Jackson Township last Saturday of
organic heart trouble. Funeral services were conducted at Scarlett Ridge Sunday
afternoon by Rev. B. F. Nicholson, followed by interment in the adjoining cemetery."
His obituary in the same issue said "Osa M. Hagan, son of Arthur and Mary Hagan was

born May 28, 1860 and died November 4, 1928 at the age of 68 years, 6 months and 4

days [note the difference between this and the news article]. At the age of 18

years he was united in marriage to Nancy Caroline Case. To this union was born

five children: Bertha O., Gracie N., Carrie C., three of these preceded their

mother in death, who died February 8, 1887. He was again united in marriage to

Mary M. Bolling in the year 1888. To this union was born six children: Luther J.,

Martha W., Benham A., Bernice M. and Bessie O. One infant preceded the father in

death. He also leaves ten grandchildren and one great grandson. At an early age

he united with the Christian church and remained a faithful member until death.

He was a devoted husband and father, and a good neighbor, and will be sadly missed

in the community by a host of relatives and friends." Osa was buried at Mount

Lebanon Cemetery in French Lick Township, Orange County, IN.

Osa M. Hagan and Nancy Caroline Case were married on November 8, 1878 in Orange

County, IN (book C-7, page 8). Nancy Caroline Case, daughter of Benjamin Berry

Case and Nancy Dillinger, was born on March 1, 1862 in Indiana. She appeared in

the census in 1870 in French Lick Township, Orange County, IN. She appeared in

the census in 1880 in French Lick Township, Orange County, IN. Nancy died on

February 8, 1887 in Indiana after giving birth to twins Carrie Catherine and

[Unknown]. The unnamed twin also died. Vivian Cope Kearby and Burgoyne Drake

speculated that Nancy may have been buried near Vincennes while the family was

living in Wheatland. However, based on birth locations of the children and the

census records, this seems unlikely. Osa M. Hagan and Nancy Caroline Case had

the following children:

87 i. Bertha Olive Hagan, born July 18, 1881.

88 ii. Gracie N. Hagan, born on February 3, 1885.

89 iii. Carrie Catherine "Kate" Hagan.

90 iv. [Female] Hagan, stillborn on February 7, 1887.

Osa M. Hagan and Mary Margaret Bolling were married on January 12, 1888 in Orange
County, IN. Book H-1 page 118 lists Osa M. Hagan (28), son of Arthur B. and Sarah
A. Baxter, and Mary M. Boling (19), daughter of John W. and Susanah Flick on January
12, 1888. Book H-1 page 142 lists Asa W. Hagan (28), son of A B and Lurus A. Barter,
and Mary M. Bollings (20), daughter of John W. and Susan Flick, on March 2, 1889.
There were two marriage certificates issued, one with each of these dates. It is

unknown as to why this was done, or which one is correct. Mary Margaret Bolling,

daughter of John W. Bolling and Susannah Flick, was born on January 4, 1870 in

Orange County, IN. Her name is shown as "Mary M. Hagan" on her grave stone, but the

Hagan grandchildren remember her as "Margaret". She appeared in the census in 1880

in French Lick Township, Orange County, IN. She is listed twice - once with her

parents and once with her grandmother Mary Ann Cox Flick in Jackson Township. She

appeared in the census in 1900 in Steen Township, Knox County, IN. She appeared in

the census in 1910 in Northwest Township, Orange County, IN. She appeared in the

census in 1920 in Jackson Township, Orange County, IN. She appeared in the census

in 1930 in Jackson Township, Orange County, IN. It lists Mary (59) and Bessie (17).

Mary died on March 12, 1955 in Santa Ana, Orange County, CA. Bernadine Gorgas

reported that Mary had been living with daughter Bernice in Fullerton, CA, and that

she died in the hospital. The Springs Valley Herald (March 17, 1955) reported "Mrs.

Martha Margaret Hagan, 85, widow of Osa Hagan, died Saturday in the home of a

daughter in Santa Ana, Cal. She formerly lived near French Lick. The body was

flown to Indianapolis Tuesday and then brought to the Ritter funeral home here,

where services were held Wednesday afternoon with the Rev. T. O. Younce officiating.

Burial was in Mt. Lebanon cemetery. She is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Albert

Pedigo and Mrs. Welby Pedigo, both of Santa Ana, and Mrs. Walter Robbins of West

Baden, and one son, Luther Hagan of French Lick." She was buried at Mount Lebanon

Cemetery in French Lick Township, Orange County, IN.

Donna Chilton Derrick told a story about Mary Bolling Hagan that happened one

Thanksgiving in Santa Ana, CA: "My father, stepmother and I were all at Bernice's

along with Bessie and their husbands. Grandmother Mary was living with Bernice at

that time. Bernadine (Bernice's only child), Bob and Pam (Bessie's children) and

I were all playing and talking in the yard. Bob and I were in High School I think,

or at least in the 8th grade. All of a sudden one of the adults asked what was

the matter with the cat. Bernice had a big cat, and it was wandering around like

it was drunk and moving in circles. They all said 'What did you do to the cat?'

We of course said we did not do anything, which we didn't. Then Welby Pedigo

picked up the cat and said 'Someone has cut off one side of the cat's whiskers!'

Immediately everyone said 'Okay, which one of you kids did that to this poor cat?'

Of course we denied it, and in fact we had not done it. We kids came to the

conclusion that Mary must have done it because she was doing some stitching and

was the one who had the scissors. On the way home that day I got grilled by my

father, and I swore that we had not done it. So finally he also came to the

conclusion Grandma Mary must have done it." Bernadine Pedigo Gorgas disputed

this story, saying that it was actually Bessie Hagan Pedigo who had cut the

whiskers off a cat when she was a child. Osa M. Hagan and Mary Margaret Bolling

had the following children:

91 i. Luther John Hagan, born February 2, 1892.

92 ii. Martha Washington "Marty" Hagan, born February 22, 1894.

93 iii. Arthur Benham Hagan, born on October 17, 1906.
94 iv. Bernice Mae Hagan, born June 2, 1908.

95 v. Bessie Opal Hagan, born September 1, 1912.

58. Josephine Hagan was born about 1854 in Illinois. She appeared in the census in

1860 in Bond County, IL. She appeared in the census in 1870 in Beaver Creek

Township, Bond County, IL. Josephine died Unknown.

59. Isabella "Belle" Hagan was born about 1856 in Illinois. She appeared in the

census in 1860 in Bond County, IL. She appeared in the census in 1870 in Beaver

Creek Township, Bond County, IL. Belle died Unknown.

60. Sarah Hagan was born about 1858 in Illinois. She appeared in the census in 1860

in Bond County, IL. She appeared in the census in 1870 in Beaver Creek Township,

Bond County, IL. Sarah died Unknown.

61. Douglas Hagan was born about 1861 in Illinois. He appeared in the census in 1870

in Beaver Creek Township, Bond County, IL. He died Unknown.

62. James Hagan was born about 1863 in Illinois. He appeared in the census in 1870

in Beaver Creek Township, Bond County, IL. He died Unknown.

SIXTH GENERATION

63. Alonzo Baxter was born on August 8, 1867 in Monroe County, KY. He appeared in the

census in 1870 in Precinct 6, Monroe County, KY. He appeared in the census in 1880

in Tompkinsville, Monroe County, KY. He appeared in the census in 1900 in

Tompkinsville, Monroe County, KY. It lists Alonzo (32) living with his parents.

His occupation was farmer. He died on December 30, 1938. He was buried at Baxter

Cemetery in Hestand, Monroe County, KY.

64. Erastus Baxter was born on July 22, 1871 in Monroe County, KY. He appeared in the

census in 1880 in Tompkinsville, Monroe County, KY. He appeared in the census in

1900 in Tompkinsville, Monroe County, KY. It lists Erastus (21), living alone.

Erastus died on June 18, 1904. Erastus Baxter and Cora F. Page were married on

January 30, 1896 in Monroe County, KY. Cora F. Page5 was born Unknown. She died

before 1900 based on the fact that Erastus is listed as a widower in the 1900 census.

65. Levestia "Vessie" Baxter was born on April 14, 1874 in Monroe County, KY. She

appeared in the census in 1880 in Tompkinsville, Monroe County, KY. She died on

November 28, 1961. Vessie was buried at Beech Grove Cemetery in Monroe County, KY.

Levestia "Vessie" Baxter and Thomas S. Grinestaff were married on May 24, 1890 in

Monroe County, KY. Thomas S. Grinestaff1, son of John Grinestaff and Emaline

Barkley, was born on December 21, 1855 in Monroe County, KY. He died on June 20,

1935. He was buried at Beech Grove Cemetery in Monroe County, KY.

66. Smith "Barlow" Baxter was born on September 26, 1876 in Monroe County, KY.

He appeared in the census in 1880 in Tompkinsville, Monroe County, KY. He appeared

in the census in 1900 in Tompkinsville, Monroe County, KY. It lists Barlow (23)

living with his parents. His occupation was farmer. He appeared in the census in

1910 in Tompkinsville, Monroe County, KY. It lists Barlow (33), Roxie (30) and

Beacham (2) living next door to his parents. His occupation was salesman. He

appeared in the census in 1930 in Tompkinsville, Monroe County, KY.

He died on April 8, 1954 in Monroe County, KY (vol. 16, cert. 7832). He was buried

at Baxter Cemetery in Hestand, Monroe County, KY.

Smith "Barlow" Baxter and Roxie D. Page were married on May 7, 1907. Roxie D. Page,

was born on May 7, 1877 in Kentucky. She appeared in the census in 1910 in

Tompkinsville, Monroe County, KY. She died on January 30, 1924. Roxie was buried

at Baxter Cemetery in Hestand, Monroe County, KY. Smith Baxter and Roxie D. Page

had the following child:

96 i. Beecham Baxter, born about 1908.

Smith "Barlow" Baxter and Bessie Arms were married on August 10, 1927. Bessie

Arms was born about 1902 in Kentucky. She appeared in the census in 1930 in

Tompkinsville, Monroe County, KY. She died on March 26, 1988.

67. Joshua Kell Baxter was born on November 15, 1878 in Monroe County, KY. He appeared

in the census in 1880 in Tompkinsville, Monroe County, KY. He appeared in the

census in 1900 in Tompkinsville, Monroe County, KY. He died on November 24, 1979.

68. Wolford Baxter was born on August 8, 1881 in Monroe County, KY. He appeared in the

census in 1900 in French Lick Township, Orange County, IN. It lists Wolford (18)

living with cousin (once removed) Mary Baxter Flick. He died on December 19, 1970.

69. Grover C. Baxter was born on February 22, 1883 in Monroe County, KY. He appeared

in the census in 1900 in Tompkinsville, Monroe County, KY. He died on August 11,

1968.

70. Sidney Baxter was born on March 27, 1886 in Monroe County, KY. He appeared in the

census in 1900 in Tompkinsville, Monroe County, KY. He appeared in the census in

1910 in Tompkinsville, Monroe County, KY. It lists Sidney (23) and Roxie (27)

living with his parents. Sidney died on September 15, 1975. Sidney Baxter and

Roxie [Unknown] were married about 1903 according to the 1910 census. Roxie

[Unknown] was born about 1883 in Arkansas. She appeared in the census in 1910 in

Tompkinsville, Monroe County, KY. She died Unknown.

71. Mattie Baxter was born on August 14, 1888 in Monroe County, KY.

She appeared in the census in 1900 in Tompkinsville, Monroe County, KY. She

appeared in the census in 1920 in Tompkinsville, Monroe County, KY.

Mattie died on February 8, 1975 in Monroe County, KY.

Mattie Baxter and Oscar Roy Sims were married before 1912 in Monroe County, KY.

Oscar Roy Sims, son of Joseph Hannock Sims and Della C. Gee, was born on June 12,

1889 in Grayson County, TX. He appeared in the census in 1920 in Tompkinsville,

Monroe County, KY. It lists Oscar (30), Mattie (31), Joe (8), Jessie (5), James

(3/12) and Mattie's mother Martha Hestand Baxter (67). His World War I draft

registration card (not dated) reported his occupation as farmer. His residence

was Tompkinsville, KY. He died on September 8, 1965 in Monroe County, KY. He

was buried at Oak Hill Cemetery in Tompkinsville, Monroe County, KY. Oscar Roy

Sims and Mattie Baxter had the following children:

97 i. Joseph M. Sims, born about 1912.

98 ii. Jesse H. Sims, born about 1915.

99 iii. James R. Sims, born in 1919.

72. Frances M. Baxter was born on January 10, 1879 in Monroe County, KY. She appeared in

the census in 1880 in Tompkinsville, Monroe County, KY. She died in October, 1974.

Frances M. Baxter and William "Nelson" Waller were married on March 14, 1895 in Monroe

County, KY. William "Nelson" Waller1, son of Hiram S. Waller and Cerilda J. Moore, was

born about 1871 in Monroe County, KY. He died about 1958.

73. Benjamin Franklin Case was born in August, 1879 in Orange County, IN. He appeared

in the census in 1880 in French Lick Township, Orange County, IN. He appeared in

the census in 1900 in French Lick Township, Orange County, IN. He died Unknown.

74. William Henry Case was born on March 14, 1882 in Indiana. He appeared in the

census in 1900 in French Lick Township, Orange County, IN. His World War I draft

registration card (dated September 12, 1918) describes him as tall height, slender

build, blue eyes and black hair. His occupation was common laborer. His

residence was French Lick, IN. He died Unknown.

75. Leonidas R. "Lee" Case was born in August, 1884 in Indiana. He appeared in the

census in 1900 in French Lick Township, Orange County, IN. He appeared in the

census in 1910 in French Lick Township, Orange County, IN. Lee died Unknown.

76. Martha Case was born in March, 1888 in Indiana. She appeared in the census in

1900 in French Lick Township, Orange County, IN. She died Unknown.

77. Harry A. Case was born on August 7, 1890 in Orange County, IN according to his

draft card. The 1900 census reported August 1889. He appeared in the census in

1900 in French Lick Township, Orange County, IN. He appeared in the census in

1910 in French Lick Township, Orange County, IN. His World War I draft registra-

tion card (dated June 5, 1917) describes him as tall height, tall build, blue

eyes and dark hair. His occupation was farmer for Ed Ballard. His residence

was French Lick, IN. Harry died Unknown.

78. Oliver Case was born in May, 1893 in Indiana. He appeared in the census in 1900

in French Lick Township, Orange County, IN. He appeared in the census in 1910

in French Lick Township, Orange County, IN. Oliver died Unknown.

79. Everett Case was born in October, 1896 in Indiana. He appeared in the census in

1900 in French Lick Township, Orange County, IN. He appeared in the census in

1910 in French Lick Township, Orange County, IN. Everett died Unknown.

80. Sadie M. Case was born in August, 1899 in Indiana. She appeared in the census in

1900 in French Lick Township, Orange County, IN. She appeared in the census in

1910 in French Lick Township, Orange County, IN. Sadie died Unknown.

81. Fronie E. Case was born about 1903 in Orange County, IN. She appeared in the

census in 1910 in French Lick Township, Orange County, IN. She died Unknown.

82. Walter T. Marlette was born in May, 1881 in Orange County, IN. He appeared in the

census in 1900 in Jefferson Township, Dubois County, IN. His occupation was

timberman. He appeared in the census in 1910 in Louisville, Jefferson County, KY.

It lists Walter (28) living with his parents. His occupation was clothing salesman.

The Paoli Weekly News (September 3, 1887) reported "Walter,the little six-year-old

boy of Martin V. and Emma Marlett, met with a serious accident on last Saturday

evening, while watering some horses. The little boy was put upon one that was

always considered safe. While returning home, the horse became frightened at a

paper that was being tossed near the ground by the wind just in front of the

animal on which the little boy was riding. After a few wicked attempts the little

boy was thrown to the ground, breaking the arm midway between his wrist and elbow.

A physician was called and the broken arm was nicely and neatly bound up, and a

speedy recovery is much hoped for." Walter died Unknown.

83. Zadie Marlette was born on July 14, 1885 in Orange County, IN (book H-1, page 156).

She appeared in the census in 1900 in Jefferson Township, Dubois County, IN. She

died Unknown.

84. Bashie Marlette was born in September, 1890 in Indiana. She reported Arkansas in

the 1910 census. She appeared in the census in 1900 in Jefferson Township, Dubois

County, IN. She appeared in the census in 1910 in Louisville, Jefferson County, KY.

Her occupation was spinner at a woolen mill. Bashie died Unknown.

85. Hubbard H. Marlette was born in October, 1894 in Indiana. He appeared in the

census in 1900 in Jefferson Township, Dubois County, IN. He appeared in the census

in 1910 in Louisville, Jefferson County, KY. His occupation was grocery clerk. He

died Unknown.

86. Jessie Marlette was born in June, 1898 in Indiana. She appeared in the census in

1900 in Jefferson Township, Dubois County, IN. She appeared in the census in 1910

in Louisville, Jefferson County, KY. Jessie died Unknown.

87. Bertha Olive Hagan was born on July 18, 1881 in Orange County, IN.

She appeared in the census in 1910 in Paoli Township, Orange County, IN. She

appeared in the census in 1920 in Greenfield Township, Orange County, IN. Bertha

appeared in the census in 1930 in French Lick Township, Orange County, IN.

She died on September 30, 1967 in Paoli, Orange County, IN. Her obituary reports

that she was born July 18, 1881 in Orange Co., IN and she died September 30, 1967

in the Orange County Hospital, Paoli, IN. She was buried in Moore's Ridge Cemetery.

Her parents were Osa and Caroline Case Hagan. She married Silver McIver in July

1904. He preceded her in death in Nov. 1966. Survivors included daughter Mrs.

Vivian Carnes of Orleans; sons Raymond of Bedford, IN. and Osa of Atlanta, GA;

sister Mrs. Katie Flick of Orleans; half sisters Mrs. Bernice Pedigo and Mrs.

Bessie Pedigo of San Bernardino, CA; half brother Luther Hagan of French Lick,

IN; 6 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. She had lived in Orleans, IN.

Funeral services provided by Ochs Funeral Home of Orleans, IN. She was buried

at Moore's Ridge Cemetery in French Lick Township, Orange County, IN.

Bertha Olive Hagan and Sylvester "Silver" McIver were married on July 27, 1904 in

Orange County, IN (book H-3, page 11). They were second cousins. Sylvester

"Silver" McIver, son of Benjamin Franklin McIver and Martha Elizabeth Baxter, was

born on December 3, 1874 in Orange County, IN. He appeared in the census in 1880

in Jackson Township, Orange County, IN. It lists Sylvester (5) living with his

grandfather, William Baxter. He appeared in the census in 1900 in French Lick

Township, Orange County, IN. Silver appeared in the census in 1910 in Paoli

Township, Orange County, IN. It lists Sylvester (35), Bertha (28) and Vivien (3).

His occupation was sawyer at the saw mill. He appeared in the census in 1920 in

Greenfield Township, Orange County, IN. It lists Sylvester (45), Bertha (38),

Vivian (12), Miles (7) and Osa (1). They are 3 doors down from Bertha's sister

Catherine Hagan Chilton. He appeared in the census in 1930 in French Lick

Township, Orange County, IN. It lists Silver (55), Bertha (48), Raymond (17)

and Osa (11). His World War I draft registration card (dated September 12, 1918)

describes him as medium height, stout build, brown eyes and brown hair. His

occupation was farmer. His residence was RR 3, Paoli, IN. He died on November

11, 1966 in Orange County, IN. He was buried at Moore's Ridge Cemetery in French

Lick Township, Orange County, IN. Sylvester McIver and Bertha Olive Hagan had

the following children:

100 i. Aubrey McIver, born on December 1, 1905.

101 ii. Vivien G. McIver, born July 5, 1907.

102 iii. Miles Raymond McIver, born on August 4, 1912.

103 iv. Osa F. McIver, born on December 23, 1918.

88. Gracie N. Hagan was born on February 3, 1885 in Orange County, IN (book H-1, page

156). She died Unknown. Bertha Hagan McIver's 1967 obituary doesn't list her as

a survivor.

89. Carrie Catherine "Kate" Hagan was born on February 7, 1887 in Orange County, IN

(book H-1, page 202, which lists the date as February 6). Carrie Catherine and

[Female] Hagan were twins.

She appeared in the census in 1910 in French Lick Township, Orange County, IN.

She appeared in the census in 1920 in Greenfield Township, Orange County, IN.

She appeared in the census in 1930 in Morgan Township, Harrison County, IN.

She died on November 10, 1972.

Carrie Catherine "Kate" Hagan and Oric Lewis Chilton were married on October 23,

1905 in Orange County, IN (book H-3, page 21). They were divorced between 1937

and 1940. Oric Lewis Chilton, son of Charles O. Chilton and Elizabeth M. Sutton,

was born on August 1, 1880 in Orange County, IN. His draft card and his grave

stone list the year as 1881, but he appears in the 1880 census. He appeared in

the census in 1880 in French Lick Township, Orange County, IN. He appeared in

the census in 1900 in French Lick Township, Orange County, IN. He appeared in

the census in 1910 in French Lick Township, Orange County, IN. It lists Orrick

(30), Catherine (23), Charles (3) and Robert (1). His occupation was handle

factory manager. He appeared in the census in 1920 in Greenfield Township, Orange

County, IN. It lists Oric (39), Catherine (32), Charles (13), Robert (11), Eugene

(9) and Paul (7) living 3 doors down from Catherine's sister Bertha. He appeared

in the census in 1930 in Morgan Township, Harrison County, IN. It lists Oric (49),

Kate (42), Charles (22), Paul (17) and Wilma (9). His World War I draft registra-

tion card (dated September 12, 1918) describes him as medium height, stout build,

[illegible] eyes and black hair. His occupation was farmer. His residence was

Cuzco, Dubois County, IN. Oric died on February 6, 1947. He was buried at Moore's

Ridge Cemetery in French Lick Township, Orange County, IN. He shares a stone with

his brother Marcus. Oric Lewis Chilton and Carrie Catherine Hagan had the

following children:

104 i. Charles McClellan Chilton, born November 4, 1906.

105 ii. Robert Lee Chilton, born June 1, 1908.

106 iii. Marion Eugene Chilton, born in 1910.

107 iv. Paul H. Chilton, born on August 10, 1912.

108 v. Wilma G. Chilton, born about 1922.

Carrie Catherine "Kate" Hagan and Charles Flick were married after 1940. Charles

Flick was born Unknown. He died Unknown.

90. [Female] Hagan was stillborn on February 7, 1887 in Orange County, IN (book H-1,

page 202, which lists the date as February 6). This child and Carrie Catherine

Hagan were twins. Donna Chilton Derrick reported that she died in child birth,

as did her mother.

91. Luther John Hagan was born on February 2, 1892 in Orange County, IN. Luther
reported that he was named John Luther Hagan at birth. His names were switched on
U.S. Army records during World War I, and he chose to accept this order rather than
to go to the trouble of getting the correction made. Donald Hagan reported that
when he was young, older people would refer to Luther as "Johnny Hagan", and the
1900 census lists him as John L., which seems to support this story. However, he
signed his draft registration form as Luther, not John.

He was a good tinsmith, carpenter, mason and plumber, but did other things as well.
Donald Hagan recalled Luther telling him that he hated farming. His first store-
bought toy from Osa was child-sized hoe, and he was expected to use it to help with
the family farming operation. In spite of this, he worked as a farm hand on many
occasions. Luther told Donald Hagan that he had worked in South Dakota harvesting
wheat. This was in the days of steam engine powered thrashing machines. It seems
that young men would proceed in front of these huge machines in lines, cutting wheat
with large hand scythes. His draft card listed him as a farm hand in Illinois.
James Lane recalled that Luther had been a dairyman early in his career, and this
may have been what he was doing when he worked for Andy Cope. Donald Hagan reported
that Luther had been employed by the hotel as a baker, probably before he enlisted
in the service. Don reported that after Luther got old, he would bake pies on
Sunday - maybe three or four - and set them on the window sill in the kitchen to
cool.

Luther appeared in the census in 1900 in Steen Township, Knox County, IN. He
appeared in the census in 1910 in Northwest Township, Orange County, IN.

His World War I draft registration card (dated May 23, 1917) describes him as
medium height, slender build, blue eyes and light hair. His occupation was farm
hand for George Sherman in Roberts, Ford County, IL. His residence was French
Lick, IN. In that era young men did not register until the draft was actually
instituted for a particular conflict. Luther told sons Elvin and Donald that he
had attempted to enlist in the Artillery (which was a separate branch in those
days), but was turned down because he was too small. He then approached the Navy
and was rejected for the same reason. He then "volunteered for the draft", which
consisted of contacting the local draft board. The board would then would move
your name to the top of the list, so that when the next call came from Washington
DC, you would be first to go. Apparently, his draft card reflects that action.

He served in the military in World War I. He was awarded the Distinguished Service
Cross for bravery. The Cross and the related citations were framed by James Lane
for Luther's daughter, Patricia Hagan Lane. After Patricia's death, they went to
the Hagan family. An entry in the Indiana Book of Merit reports "Hagan, Luther J.
Private, 1980191, Company K, 119th Infantry, 30th Division, Distinguished Service
Cross, General Orders no. 81, War Department, 1919: Near Bellicourt, France,
September 29, 1918. When his squad was held up by fire from a sniper's post he
advanced alone against it across an open space and drove the others off, allowing
a renewal of the advance. Later he braved heavy shell fire to go to the aid of
wounded soldiers, dressing their wounds and assisting them back to the lines.
Record: Born February 2, 1892, French Lick; son of Osa M. and Margaret (Bolling)
Hagan. Farmer, French Lick. Entered service October 6, 1917, Paoli. Training:
Camp Taylor, Ky.; Camp Sevier, S.C. Assigned to Company D, 335th Infantry;
transferred to Company M, 335th Infantry; to Company K, 119th Infantry. Overseas
May 12, 1918-April 2, 1919. Battles: Ypres, Bellicourt, St. Souplet. Discharged
April 21, 1919. Married Agnes Cope. Son, Reid Cope, daughters Rae Marven
(deceased), Patricia Allain."

His World War II draft registration card (1942) listed his address as R.R. 2,

French Lick, IN. His wife was Agnes Hagan, and he was employed by William Elledge.

Luther appeared in the census in 1920 in Jackson Township, Orange County, IN.

He appeared in the census in 1930 in French Lick Township, Orange County, IN. It

lists Luther (38), Agnes (27), Reid (4) and Patricia (1) living on the French Lick-

Jasper road.

He died on May 21, 1972 in French Lick, Orange County, IN. Donald Hagan reported

that Luther had a stroke around 1966. Agnes cared for him at home until she passed

away. He stayed at home for a while afterward, with Elvin and Don providing care.

Robert Lane reported that Luther eventually came to live with his parents, James

and Patricia Hagan Lane in Terre Haute, IN. He was given Robert's bedroom, and

Robert took up residence in the basement. When Patricia could no longer provide

adequate care, Luther was moved to a nursing home on Woodsmall Road south of Terre

Haute, and later transferred to The Gorge nursing home in French Lick. Donald Hagan

reported that Luther was diagnosed with colon cancer while in The Gorge, and that is

what killed him. Luther was buried at Cane Creek Cemetery in Jackson Township,

Orange County, IN.

Luther John Hagan and Agnes Ione Cope were married on June 6, 1923 in Orange County,
IN (book 21, page 182). Bessie Hagan Pedigo reported that Agnes was a teacher at a
one room school house in Jackson Township in Orange County and was Bessie's 1st
grade teacher. Luther came home from the first World War, and just saw her around
and they began dating. They lived in Muncie, IN when they were first married and
Bessie thought their first child, Rae Marvin, may have been born there. Agnes Ione
Cope, daughter of Jesse Cope and Jeanetta Beatty, was born on April 13, 1903 in
Orange County, IN (book H-6, page 4, which lists the date as April 15). Agnes
taught grades 1-3 at Springs Elementary School from 1953-1961. She taught grade 7
at Shoals Community High School from 1961-1962. She appeared in the census in 1910
in Jackson Township, Orange County, IN. She appeared in the census in 1920 in
Jackson Township, Orange County, IN. She appeared in the census in 1930 in French
Lick Township, Orange County, IN. Agnes died on December 5, 1967 in French Lick,
Orange County, IN. Agnes died in her sleep at home and was found the next morning
by her daughter, Patricia Hagan Lane. The Springs Valley Herald (December 7, 1967)

reported "Mrs. Agnes Ione Hagan, 64, died early Tuesday morning at her home on R.R.

2, French Lick. Death was attributed to a heart condition. She had taught four

years in the Shoals schools, three years in Orange County township schools, and for

the past five years she served as a private tutor for children in this locality who

are unable to attend regular classes at Springs Valley Schools. She was a member

of the Birdseye Christian Church. The funeral will be held at 1:30 p.m. today

(Thursday) at the Brosmer-Drabing Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Cane Creek

Cemetery. She is survived by her husband, Luther; four sons, Dr. Marion Hagan of

French Lick, Elvin, R.R. 2, French Lick, Reid of R.R. 2, French Lick, and Donald

of Speedway; a daughter, Mrs. James Lane of Terre Haute; a brother, Lee Cope; and

seven grandchildren." She was buried at Cane Creek Cemetery in Jackson Township,

Orange County, IN. Luther John Hagan and Agnes Ione Cope had the following

children:

109 i. Rae Marven Hagan, born on June 2, 1924.

110 ii. Reid Cope Hagan, born September 17, 1925.

111 iii. Patricia Allain "Patty" Hagan, born November 30, 1928.

112 iv. Elvin Elledge Hagan, born on November 7, 1930.

113 v. Living Hagan, born May 21, 1932.

114 vi. Living Hagan, born on October 22, 1939.

92. Martha Washington "Marty" Hagan was born on February 22, 1894 in Knox County, IN

(book H-2, page 203). Don Hagan reported that the family had lived in Wheatland,

IN (near Vincennes) for a while. She must have been born while they were there.

She appeared in the census in 1900 in Steen Township, Knox County, IN. She appeared

in the census in 1910 in Northwest Township, Orange County, IN. She appeared in the

census in 1920 in French Lick Township, Orange County, IN. next door to Perry Lane.

She appeared in the census in 1930 in French Lick Township, Orange County, IN.

She died on December 28, 1966 in Bronxville, Westchester County, NY. She was buried

at Ames Chapel Cemetery in French Lick Township, Orange County, IN.

Martha Washington "Marty" Hagan and David Walter Robbins Sr. were married on October

13, 1912 in Orange County, IN (book H-4, page 29). David Walter Robbins Sr., son of

David Taylor Robbins and Minerva Jean Scarlett, was born on January 2, 1885 in Orange

County, IN. He reported the 3rd on his draft card. He appeared in the census in

1900 in Northwest Township, Orange County, IN. He appeared in the census in 1910 in

Northwest Township, Orange County, IN. David appeared in the census in 1920 in

French Lick Township, Orange County, IN. It lists Walter (35), Martha (25) and

Walter Jr. (2/12). His occupation was hotel clerk. He appeared in the census in

1930 in French Lick Township, Orange County, IN. It lists Walter (45), Martha (36)

and Walter Jr. (10). His World War I draft registration card (not dated) describes

him as medium height, medium build, blue eyes and brown hair. His occupation was

hotel clerk for the West Baden Springs Company. His residence was West Baden, IN.

He died on January 28, 1963. He was buried at Ames Chapel Cemetery in French Lick

Township, Orange County, IN. David Walter Robbins and Martha Washington Hagan had

the following child:

115 i. David Walter Robbins Jr., born November 1, 1919.

93. Arthur Benham Hagan was born on October 17, 1906 in Orange County, IN (book H-6,

page 38). Some of the family remembers him as Benham Arthur. He appeared in the

census in 1910 in Northwest Township, Orange County, IN. He appeared in the

census in 1920 in Jackson Township, Orange County, IN. Arthur died on May 25,

1929 in Montana. The Montana Death Index reported that he died in Yellowstone

County. Burgoyne Drake related that Benham was a handsome, good-natured, fun-

loving young man. His major weakness seems to be that he liked his women. The

story goes that he found himself with two of his girl friends pregnant at the same

time. The only solution he knew was to leave town. He went to Montana where he

became a cowboy. There was an explosion and fire from a kerosene stove in a line

camp where he was living. Although Benham was not seriously burned, he contracted

pneumonia and died as a result.

94. Bernice Mae Hagan was born on June 2, 1908 in Orange County, IN (book H-10, page

12).

She appeared in the census in 1910 in Northwest Township, Orange County, IN. She

appeared in the census in 1920 in Jackson Township, Orange County, IN.

She died on July 9, 1991 in Alameda County, CA.

Bernice Mae Hagan and Ives Welby Pedigo were married on May 31, 1933 in Orange County,

IN (book 27, page 36). Sisters Bernice and Bessie Hagan married brothers Welby and

Albert Pedigo. Ives Welby Pedigo, son of Elza Edward Pedigo and Minnie Lee Taylor,

was born on September 4, 1907 in Metcalfe County, KY. He appeared in the census in

1920 in Orleans Township, Orange County, IN. He appeared in the census in 1930 in

Columbus Township, Bartholomew County, IN. He was boarding in Columbus city. His

occupation was store manager. Ives died on November 2, 1990 in Alameda County, CA.

Ives Welby Pedigo and Bernice Mae Hagan had the following child:

116 i. Living Pedigo, born August 15, 1936.

95. Bessie Opal Hagan was born on September 1, 1912 in Orange County, IN (book H-12,

page 29).

She appeared in the census in 1920 in Jackson Township, Orange County, IN. She

appeared in the census in 1930 in Jackson Township, Orange County, IN.

Bessie graduated in 1931 at French Lick High School in Orange County, IN.

She died on May 23, 2003 in California. Donna Chilton Derrick reported that Bessie

had gone to a rest home about two weeks prior to her death. She was then taken to

the hospital where she died of congestive heart failure.

Bessie Opal Hagan and Floyd G. Flick were married about 1932. Floyd G. Flick, son of

William S. Flick and Catherine Owens, was born about 1910 in Indiana. He appeared in

the census in 1920 in Jackson Township, Orange County, IN. He died Unknown. Floyd

G. Flick and Bessie Opal Hagan had the following child:

117 i. Living Flick, born on October 23, 1932.

Bessie Opal Hagan and Albert Leon Pedigo were married on May 1, 1935 in Marengo,

Crawford County, IN. Sisters Bessie and Bernice Hagan married brothers Albert and

Welby Pedigo. Albert Leon Pedigo, son of Elza Edward Pedigo and Minnie Lee Taylor,

was born on May 19, 1912 in Orange County, IN (book H-10, page 99). He appeared in

the census in 1920 in Orleans Township, Orange County, IN. He died Feb 29 1981 in

Santa Ana, Orange County, CA. Albert Leon Pedigo and Bessie Opal Hagan had the

following child:

118 i. Living Pedigo, born on July 9, 1948.

SEVENTH GENERATION

96. Beecham Baxter was born about 1908 in Monroe County, KY. He appeared in the census

in 1910 in Tompkinsville, Monroe County, KY. He died Unknown.

97. Joseph M. Sims was born about 1912 in Kentucky. He appeared in the census in 1920

in Tompkinsville, Monroe County, KY. He died Unknown.

98. Jesse H. Sims was born about 1915 in Kentucky. He appeared in the census in 1920

in Tompkinsville, Monroe County, KY. He died Unknown.

99. James R. Sims was born in 1919 in Kentucky. He appeared in the census in 1920 in

Tompkinsville, Monroe County, KY. He died Unknown.

100. Aubrey McIver was born on December 1, 1905 in Orange County, IN. He died on

December 1, 1905 in Orange County, IN. He was buried at Moore's Ridge Cemetery

in French Lick Township, Orange County, IN.

101. Vivien G. McIver was born on July 5, 1907 in Orange County, IN. There are two

birth records: Book H-9, page 22 is for a female born on July 1, 1907; book H-6,

page 44 is for a female born on July 5, 1907. These must be for the same person

and it is assumed that this is Vivien. The SSDI reports July 5.

She appeared in the census in 1910 in Paoli Township, Orange County, IN. She

appeared in the census in 1920 in Greenfield Township, Orange County, IN. She

appeared in the census in 1930 in Orleans Township, Orange County, IN. She died

in June, 1975 in Orange County, IN.

Vivien G. McIver and Arthur O. Carnes were married on December 17, 1927 in Orange

County, IN (book 24, page 71). The 1930 census reports that this was not his first

marriage. Arthur O. Carnes, son of Nathan Asbury Carnes and Cora Ann Braden, was

born on September 9, 1901 in Indiana. He appeared in the census in 1920 in

Northwest Township, Orange County, IN. He appeared in the census in 1930 in

Orleans Township, Orange County, IN. It lists Arthur (25), Vivian (22) and Joanne

(2). Arthur died Unknown.

102. Miles Raymond McIver was born on August 4, 1912 in Orange County, IN. He appeared

in the census in 1920 in Greenfield Township, Orange County, IN. He appeared in

the census in 1930 in French Lick Township, Orange County, IN. He lived in

Bedford, Lawrence County, IN in 1967 according to his mother's obituary. He died

on June 22, 1998 in Florida.

103. Osa F. McIver was born on December 23, 1918 in Orange County, IN. He appeared in

the census in 1920 in Greenfield Township, Orange County, IN. He appeared in the

census in 1930 in French Lick Township, Orange County, IN. Osa lived in Atlanta,

Fulton County, GA in 1967 according to his mother's obituary. He died on January

12, 2007 in Georgia.

104. Charles McClellan Chilton was born on November 4, 1906 in Orange County, IN.

He appeared in the census in 1910 in French Lick Township, Orange County, IN.

He appeared in the census in 1920 in Greenfield Township, Orange County, IN.

He appeared in the census in 1930 in Morgan Township, Harrison County, IN.

He died on June 10, 1974 in California.

Charles McClellan Chilton and Madge B. Rooksby were married on February 8, 1930.
Madge B. Rooksby was born on April 1, 1908 in Harrison County, IN. She died on
October 4, 1944 in Orange County, IN. The Springs Valley Herald (October 5, 1944)
reported "The entire community was shocked Wednesday morning at the sad news of the
death of Mrs. Madge B. Chilton, wife of Charles Chilton. Mrs. Chilton and her
husband, who is a teacher in the West Baden schools lived on their farm south-east
of French Lick. They are the parents of one daughter, Donna. Upon Mr. Chilton's
being called to the service about two years ago she went to live with her parents
in Harrison County. Mr. Chilton was sent to Europe and the strain was too much
for "Billie", as she was called by her friends and neighbors, and her health
completely collapsed. She was sent to a sanatorium and after several months she
improved. Mr. Chilton was honorably discharged from the service and they returned
to their home on the farm. Recently members of the family and neighbors became
anxious about her health and they attempted to watch her and care for her in the
hope that she might be completely restored. Early Wednesday morning she was found
with a gun shot wound in her head and she was rushed to the Clark Hospital at Paoli,
but died before reaching the hospital. Her funeral service will be held Saturday
afternoon at the Methodist Church with burial in the Ames Cemetery. Schmutzler has
charge of the arrangements." The Springs Valley Herald (October 12, 1944) reported

"Oftimes we speak of the Angel of Death, but how much more appropriate to think of

this visitation as the Angel of Peace, for what could be more peaceful than to enter

into that quiet, untroubled sleep, where the cares, trials and tragedies of life do

not disturb. Madge B. Rooksby Chilton, daughter of Lonnie M. and True Rooksby was

born April 1, 1908 at Elizabeth, Indiana where she grew into a lovable, energetic,

happy and helpful young woman. She was married to Charles M. Chilton February 8,

1930 and to them was born one daughter, Donna. Soon they moved to their farm south

of French Lick where she became an active worker in the Methodist Church and its

activities. Entering into all the activities of her community with such energy

and enthusiasm as to become an inspiration to those with whom she worked. She

suffered a nervous break down in March of this year but seemed to be steadily

improving. We in our blindness cannot understand why, but faith in his infinite

wisdom give us assurance that 'God lives and all is well.' Her sweet influence

will always live in the hearts of her family and many friends. She leaves her

husband and daughter, father and mother, seven sisters and three brothers, namely:

Gail of Paoli; Newell and Lonnie Rooksby, both in the Navy; Violet and Fae at

home, Mrs. Ruby Conrad of Borden, Mrs. Louise Ashton of Laconia, Mrs. Maxine

Purcell of Sellersburg, Mrs. Beulah Smith of Corydon and Betty of New Albany and

many other relatives and friends. She passed away October 4, 1944." She was

buried on October 7, 1944 at Ames Chapel Cemetery in French Lick Township, Orange

County, IN.

105. Robert Lee Chilton was born on June 1, 1908 in Orange County, IN. He appeared in

the census in 1910 in French Lick Township, Orange County, IN. He appeared in the

census in 1920 in Greenfield Township, Orange County, IN. He appeared in the census

in 1930 in Chicago, Cook County, IL. It lists Robert (21), single, in a rooming

house. His occupation was electrician for the electric company. He died on January

4, 1987 in Orange County, IN. He was buried at Ames Chapel Cemetery in French Lick

Township, Orange County, IN. Robert Lee Chilton and Selma M. Cummings were married

after 1930. Selma M. Cummings was born on November 1, 1911. She died in November,

1994 in Orange County, IN. She was buried at Ames Chapel Cemetery in French Lick

Township, Orange County, IN.

106. Marion Eugene Chilton was born in 1910 in Orange County, IN. He appeared in the

census in 1920 in Greenfield Township, Orange County, IN. He died Unknown.

107. Paul H. Chilton was born on August 10, 1912 in Orange County, IN. He appeared in

the census in 1920 in Greenfield Township, Orange County, IN. He appeared in the

census in 1930 in Morgan Township, Harrison County, IN. Paul died on July 26,

1980 in Terre Haute, Vigo County, IN. The Terre Haute Tribune-Star (July 27, 1980)

reported "Clinton -- Paul H. Chilton, 67, died Saturday at Union Hospital. He was

a retired pipefitter and member of the Pipefitters Local 157, Catholic Men's Club

and Sacred heart Catholic Church. Surviving are the wife, Loretta; a son, Philip

of Clinton; four daughters, Nancy Miller and Paula Vitalie, both of Clinton,

Marcia Vernon of Brownsburg and Beverly Allen of Plainfield; a sister, Wilma

Cornwell of Orleans; two brothers, Eugene and Robert, both of Paoli; nine grand-

children. Services will be conducted at 10:15 a.m. Tuesday at the Karanovich

Funeral Home followed by Mass at 10:30 a.m. at the Sacred Heart Church with the

Rev. James Shanahan officiating. Burial will be at Roselawn Memorial Park."

108. Wilma G. Chilton was born about 1922 in Indiana. She appeared in the census in

1930 in Morgan Township, Harrison County, IN. She died in May, 2005. Wilma G.

Chilton and [Male] Cornwell were married Unknown. [Male] Cornwell was born Unknown.

109. Rae Marven Hagan was born on June 2, 1924 in Orange County, IN. Bessie Hagan

Pedigo reported that Luther and Agnes lived in Muncie, IN, when they were first

married, and Rae might have been born there. She died in February, 1926in Orange

County, IN. She was buried at Cane Creek Cemetery in Jackson Township, Orange

County, IN.

110. Reid Cope Hagan was born on September 17, 1925 in Orange County, IN (book H-8,
page 68). He appeared in the census in 1930 in French Lick Township, Orange
County, IN.

He served in the military in World War II. His World War II enlistment record
shows that he enlisted on December 6, 1943. Reid was a nose gunner in a B-24
Liberator bomber. His crew flew their Liberator from Roosevelt Field on Long
Island, across the Atlantic Ocean, the Mediterranean Sea, North Africa, the
Middle East, then to India, where Reid spent his 19th birthday. From there, they
flew the "Hump" over the Himalayas into China, arriving in September 1944. The
food was horrible. Donald Hagan remembers his mother packing small boxes with
fig newtons, gum and other goodies to send to Reid. He was in the 14th Air
Force, headquartered at Kunming, China, although his outfit was stationed
farther east. His squadron was charged with patrolling the South China Sea,
interdicting Japanese shipping and destroying supplies intended for Japanese
land forces still fighting in the interior. The operation was called the China-
Burma-India (CBI) Theatre. The 14th Air Force was the operational descendent
of Claire Chennault's famed Flying Tigers. By the time Reid entered China, most
of the Japanese fighter force had retreated to the Homeland to defend against
the B-29's that were laying waste to their cities. However, they had to be
watchful of anti-aircraft fire. These aircraft went on their patrols alone and
were assigned a particular area of ocean to cover. They carried about 18 hours
of fuel and their missions were about 16 hours in duration. The B-24 had a
ceiling of about 32,000 feet, so if a typhoon came in, they had to fly through
it - the storms were too tall to fly over and too wide to fly around with
limited fuel. On one particular mission, the squadron sent two aircraft (Reid
could not remember why). To get home, they had to fly through a typhoon.
When they emerged, they were over Hainan (Hainandao) Island off North Vietnam,
which was Japanese occupied, and the plane was immediately subjected to anti-
aircraft fire. While transiting the storm, the crew had left their battle
stations and gathered in the fuselage behind the flight deck. They were hit
by at least one burst of flak, which took off a portion of one of the two
vertical stabilizers and the rear gun turret, which made the aircraft very
difficult to fly. They were low on fuel, so the pilot had feathered one prop,
and they were lost. The pilot ordered the crew to bail out while he stayed to
try to land the aircraft, but the crew took a vote (very unmilitary of them)
and told him they would all bail out together or they would all ride it down
together. They finally found a field (their comm gear was primitive and they
had no contact with their home base), but they didn't know which side it belonged
to. The fuel gauges were on "E", so they landed. The field turned out to be
British. No one knows what became of the second aircraft. Another incident
involved them arriving in the vicinity of their home field one dark evening and
not being able to find it. There were no landing lights. The navigator was
pulling his hair, positive he was in the right place. Again, fuel was low, one
of two engines had been feathered, and nerves were frayed. Just when they were
preparing for a crash landing, the runway lights came on. The pilot made a hot
descent and landed safely. It turns out that the field commander had been warned
that there were Japanese bombers in the area and had ordered lights out and radio
silence. They could hear the plane circling and the pleas on the radio, but
would not answer. When it became clear that the craft was running out of fuel
and about to crash, the order was given to turn the lights on for a short period.
By the spring of 1945, no more complete crews were coming over. Replacements
would come in by ones and twos. These people had to receive "on-the-job" training
that the initial crews had received state-side prior to deployment. Reid
volunteered for these training missions. People had to earn points to get rotate
home. Everyone had to accumulate around 300 hours to get out of the country and
home. The volunteer hours spent on training missions counted toward rotation home.
Just as replacements came in by ones or twos, veterans left the same way, as
sufficient points were accumulated. By the time Reid was eligible to depart, he
was competing with guys who were coming out the jungles of Burma after 3 or 4
years; those guys got first dibs on flights to the U.S. One could opt for a bert
on a ship, but some of those ships took 3 months to reach the U.S., due to
stopovers in the Philippines, Australia, and Hawaii. Reid kept haunting the
Military Air Transport offices in India and finally got a seat on a flight to Sa
n Francisco, then to Indianapolis. He rode a Greyhound Bus to French Lick,
arriving about 4 a.m. on July 4, 1945. He deposited his duffle bag in front of
the Star Store and walked home. Walking out old Highway 145, he noticed
something strange. It finally dawned on him: trees, lush, full, trees. Most of
his training from September 1943 to September 1944 had been in areas of the
country where there weren't many trees; the area of China where he was based was
barren. Wood was a precious commodity; it was needed for fuel by the peasants
Needless to say, his arrival home in those warm, predawn, hours was a cause for
much joy. He was about 10 weeks short of his 20th birthday. Reid received the
Bronze Star, the Air Medal, and possibly, the Distinguished Flying Cross. Don
Hagan was unable to locate any of these and Reid couldn't remember where they
were. His first wife took one of them for a memento.

The Springs Valley Herald (April 22, 1948) reported "Reid Hagan, son of Luther

Hagan of French Lick, filed for county treasurer on the Republican ticket and is

deserving of the backing of his party. Reid has lived in French Lick his entire

life and is a graduate of the local high school. He served as payroll clerk for

the Midland Construction Company for nin months during which time he handled

$2000 weekly payroll. In service in the United States Army Air Force, Reid served

as a staff sergeant for 25 months, eight months consisting of overseas duty. He

completed some 300 hours in bombing missions over China. He holds the

Distinguished Flying Cross and the Air Medal and since returning from service has

been affiliated with both the American Legion and VFW. He is a young man of

unquestionable integrity and good moral character, and his ability has been

demonstrated his having successfully operated a drug business since his discharge

in October 1945. YOUTH SERVED THE COUNTRY WELL DURING THE CRISIS. IT CAN SERVE

IT AGAIN IF GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY OF HOLDING OFFICE." Reid served two terms as

Orange County Treasurer.

Reid died on May 23, 2006 in Paoli, Orange County, IN. Don Hagan reported that
Reid fell in his basement on May 19. He hit his head on the stairs, resulting
in a blood clot on the brain. He was taken to the Orange County Hospital, where
he died a few days later. The Springs Valley Herald, May 31 2006) reported

"Graveside services will be held at 4 p.m. Saturday at Ames Chapel Cemetery for

Reid C. Hagan, 80, French Lick, who died Tuesday at Bloomington Hospital of

Orange County. Born in Orange County on Sept. 17, 1925, he was the son of Luther

and Agnes Cope Hagan. He married Henrietta Thurston, and she preceded him in

death. He retired from Indiana Employment Security Division as a field

supervisor, had been a public accountant and was a veteran of the U.S. Army Air

Corp, having served in WWII. Survivors include one stepson, Jim Thurston of

Chicago, IL; and two brothers, Dr. Marion Hagan of French Lick and Don Hagan of

Indianapolis. Preceding him in death with the wife were his parents, two

sisters, one brother and one stepson. Graveside Military rites will be accorded

by French Lick American Legion Post #76. Brosmer-Kemple Funeral Home was in

charge of arrangements." He was buried on May 27, 2006 at Ames Chapel Cemetery

in French Lick Township, Orange County, IN.

Reid Cope Hagan and Margaret Ann Hall were married on June 18, 1948 in West Baden,

Orange County, IN. They were divorced about 1951. Margaret Ann Hall was born

Unknown.

Reid Cope Hagan and Henrietta Dove were married on October 11, 1966 in Ringgold,

Catoosa County, GA. She was a great-great granddaughter of Jonathan Lane.

Henrietta Dove, daughter of Rosseau Tolman Dove and Lucy Kizzaire Galloway, was

born on November 26, 1923 in Orange County, IN (book FL-3, page 21). She appeared

in the census in 1930 in Washington, Daviess County, IN. She died on October 22,

19984 in French Lick, Orange County, IN. The Springs Valley Herald (October 1998)

reported "Henrietta Hagan, 74, died at her home in French Lick on Thursday. She

was born Nov. 26, 1923 in Orange County and was a retired employee of the old City

Drug Store. Mrs. Hagan was a member of the Beechwood Christian Church and was

preceded in death by a son, Dan Thurston. Surviving are her husband, Reid Hagan;

a son, Jimmie Thurston of Chicago; and a sister, Jo Fleming of Winchester. Rev.

Rex Russell conducted the funeral at the chapel of the Brosmer-Drabing Funeral

Home Monday morning. Burial was in the Ames Chapel Cemetery." Henrietta was

buried at Ames Chapel Cemetery in French Lick Township, Orange County, IN.

111. Patricia Allain "Patty" Hagan was born on November 30, 1928 in Dubois County, IN.
She was the only one of her siblings born in Dubois County. Donald Hagan thinks
that Luther worked briefly for his brother-in law, Andy Cope, who had a large
farming operation near Cuzco, just across the county line into Dubois County.
Patricia was born while they were here.

She appeared in the census in 1930 in French Lick Township, Orange County, IN.

She graduated in 1946 at French Lick High School in Orange County, IN.

She died of lymphoma cancer on February 7, 1992 in Terre Haute, Vigo County, IN.
The Terre Haute Tribune (February 9, 1992) reported "Patricia A. Lane, 63, of
3930 Riley Ave., died at 6 p.m. Friday, Feb. 7, 1992, in Regional Hospital. She
was retired from Frank's Cycle Center and formerly was employed at Connection
Christian Bookstore. She was born Nov. 30, 1928, in Dubois County to Luther J.
Hagan and Agnes Cope Hagan. Survivors include her husband, James Lane, one son,
Robert E. Lane of Terre Haute, one daughter, Nicky Margolin of Anderson, three
brothers, Reid C. Hagan and Marion L. Hagan of French Lick and Donald J. Hagan
of Indianapolis, and three grandsons. Services are 1 p.m. Monday in Cross
Funeral Home with Brother Abe Miller officiating. Burial is in Roselawn Memorial
Park. Visitation is 4 to 8 p.m. today." The Springs Valley Herald (February 12,

1992) reported "Former resident Patricia A. Lane, 63, of Terre Haute, died Friday,

February 7 at Terre Haute Regional Hospital. She was born November 30, 1928 in

Dubois County to Luther J. and Agnes Cope Hagan. She married James E. Lane in

Owensboro on December 18, 1946. She was a graduate of French Lick High School,

class of 1946. For many years, she was a part-time bookkeeper and office manager

at Frank's Cycle Center and The Connection Christian Bookstore. She was regularly

involved in weekly women's Bible studies. She is survived by her husband, Jim and

two children, Nicky Margolin of Anderson and Robert E. Lane of Terre Haute; and

three brothers, Reid C. Hagan of French Lick, Marion Hagan of Paoli and Donald J.

Hagan of Indianapolis. A son Philip Michael Lane and a brother, Elvin E. Hagan,

preceded her in death. Services were conducted Monday by Bro. Abe Miller of the

Eastside Church of Christ in Terre Haute. Arrangements were handled by Cross

Funeral Home." She was buried on February 10, 1992 at Roselawn Memorial Park in

Otter Creek Township, Vigo County, IN.

Patricia Allain "Patty" Hagan and James Edward "Jim" Lane were married on December

18, 1946 in Owensboro, Daviess County, KY. James was home from Texas on a short

furlough. They were married in Kentucky to avoid the 3 day waiting period in

Indiana. Both mothers had to accompany them because parental consent was required

in Owensboro for people under 21 years old. James Edward "Jim" Lane, son of

Chester Gwynn Lane and Hattie Ermel Toliver, was born on August 1, 1928 in Prospect,

Orange County, IN. He was born at the family home on Sand Hill, just outside of

Prospect. He graduated from French Lick High School in 1946. He received a BS,

Business Education degree in 1951 at Indiana State University (then named Indiana

State Teachers College), Terre Haute, Vigo County, IN. He received a MBA, General

Business degree in 1959 at Indiana University, Bloomington, Monroe County, IN. He

received a DBA, Transportation degree in 1962 at Indiana University, Bloomington,

Monroe County, IN. He appeared in the census in 1930 in French Lick Township,

Orange County, IN. He served in the military from May 16, 1946 to November 6, 1947,

entering the Army Air Corps and mustering out of the Air Force. He died on May 18,

2007 in Terre Haute, Vigo County, IN (book 111, page 488). The Terre Haute Tribune-

Star (May 20, 2007) reported "James E. 'Jim' Lane died Friday, May 18, 2007. He was

formerly a certified public accountant and was retired from Indiana State University.

He was born Aug. 1, 1928, in Orange County, the first son of Chester G. Lane and

Ermel Toliver Lane. He was married to Patricia A. Hagan, his classmate at French

Lick High School, on Dec. 18, 1946. She preceded him in death in February 1991 [it

was actually 1992]. Survivors include his daughter and her husband, Nicky and

Spencer Margolin of Anderson, his son and his fiancee, Rob Lane and Claudia Rost of

Terre Haute; six grandchildren, including grandsons Derek and wife Julie, Joseph

and wife Amy, and Sean Lane; 10 great grandchildren, including great-granddaughter

Kaylyn Lane of Terre Haute; one great-great-grandchild; two brothers and their wives,

Robert and Sue Lane of Charlottesville, Va, and Harry and Marlene Lane of Chestertown,

Md.; and his very good friend, Mary Myers. One son, Philip Michael Lane, preceded

him in death in 1954. Jim earned his bachelor's degree from Indiana State Teachers

College, and his master of business administration and doctor of business adminis-

tration degrees from Indiana University. He was employed as a public accountant

early in his career, and was a teacher at General Motors Institute in Flint, Mich.,

and at Indiana State University. He had the honor of being the first chairman of

the Department of Accounting when the School of Business was first organized at

Indiana State University. He served on the board of directors as an officer of

the Terre Haute Chapter and of the state organization of the Indiana Society of

Certified Public Accountants. He also served as a member of the board and as an

officer of the Wabash Valley chapter of the National Association of Accountants

(now the Institute of Management Accountants). Jim had a lifelong interest in

transportation and railroads in particular. He was a member of the Railway &

Locomotive Historical Society, the Colorado Railroad Museum, the Monon Railroad

Historical Technical Society, and the Haley Tower Historical & Technical Society.

He collected an extensive library on railroad history and economics, and related

transportation topics. Services are 11 a.m. Tuesday at Callahan-Debaun Funeral

Home, with Abe Miller from Eastside Church of Christ officiating. Visitation is

Monday from 4 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial is in Roselawn Cemetery."

He was buried on May 22, 2007 at Roselawn Memorial Park in Otter Creek Township,

Vigo County, IN.

112. Elvin Elledge Hagan was born on November 7, 1930 in Orange County, IN (book H-9,

page 56). He was never married. Robert Lane recalls that he taught school off

and on (English and History), usually just long enough to go back to college

(something he really enjoyed). He loved to read, and had shelves full of books

at his parents house, where he often stayed when between jobs or school. Robert

loved to spend his time there reading his books, especially his Edgar Rice

Burroughs collection. Elvin suffered a severe heart attack in his early 40's,

and had to have heart bypass surgery (which was still in its infancy). He only

lived 4-5 years after the surgery. Elvin died on April 10, 19809 in West Baden,

Orange County, IN. The Springs Valley Herald (April 17, 1980) reported "Elvin E.

Hagan, 49, a retired teacher, died Thursday at his home on R.R. 1, West Baden.

He was born Nov. 7, 1930 in Orange County to Luther J. and Agnes Cope Hagan. He

earned his BS degree from Indiana State University and received his Masters from

Indiana University. He taught in Trinity Springs, Shoals Community Schools and

at Springs Valley Community Schools before retiring several years ago. He was a

veteran of the Korean War. Surviving are three brothers, Dr. Marion Hagan, Reid

Hagan, and Donald Hagan, all of R.R. 2 French Lick, and a sister, Mrs. James

(Patricia) Lane of Terre Haute. Graveside services were held at 10 a.m. Monday

at Cane Creek Cemetery with James Lane officiating. The body was at the Brosmer-

Drabing Funeral Home preceding the service." He was buried at Cane Creek Cemetery

in Jackson Township, Orange County, IN.

113. Living Hagan was born on May 21, 1932.

114. Living Hagan was born on October 22, 1939.

115. David Walter Robbins Jr. was born on November 1, 1919 in Orange County, IN (book

H-6, page 28). He appeared in the census in 1920 in French Lick Township, Orange

County, IN. He appeared in the census in 1930 in French Lick Township, Orange

County, IN. David died on September 8, 1998in St. Paul de Vence, France. David

Walter Robbins Jr. and Edith Jean Petit were married on November 28, 1949 in

Paris, France. in Les Invalides Church. They met in Frankfurt, Germany, where

both David and Edith's father, who was a Colonel in the French army, were

stationed after World War II ended. Edith Jean Petit was born on May 27, 1926

in Le Vesinet, France.

116. Living Pedigo was born on August 15, 1936.

117. Living Flick was born on October 23, 1932.

118. Living Pedigo was born on July 9, 1948.

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1. Federal census records.

2. State and county birth records.

3. State and county marriage records.

4. State and county death records, obituaries, wills, etc.

5. Land records.

6. Probate records.

7. Newspaper Records.

8. Military Records.

9. Social Security Death Index (SSDI).

10. U.S. Public Records Index compiled by Ancestry.com.

11. LDS ancestral files on www.familysearch.org.

12. Headstone transcriptions for Ames Chapel Cemetery by the Lost River DAR and

postings on www.findagrave.com.

13. Headstone transcriptions for Cane Creek Cemetery by the Lost River DAR and

postings on www.findagrave.com.

14. Headstone transcriptions for Moore's Ridge Cemetery by the Lost River DAR and

postings on www.findagrave.com.

15. Headstone transcriptions for Mt. Lebanon Cemetery by the Lost River DAR and

postings on www.findagrave.com.

16. Headstone transcriptions for Roselawn Cemetery and

postings on www.findagrave.com.

17 The History of Monroe County: 1820-1988, complied by Dayton Birdwell. Some of the

Hagan data in the book were supplied by Arla Thompson Harlan.

18. History Of Pike and Dubois Counties, IN by Leroy Weston & Charles Goodspeed

(Goodspeed Bros. & Co., Chicago, IL, 1885).

19. History Of Lawrence, Orange, And Washington Counties, IN by Leroy Weston & Charles

Goodspeed (Goodspeed Bros. & Co., Chicago, IL, 1884).

20. Indiana Book of Merit (The Indiana Historical Society, circa 1930).

21. Dubois County, IN, School Enumeration Schedule of 1896.

22. French Lick High School Alumni Roll 1909-1933.

23. Marvin P. Beatty.

24. Phyllis McIver Bennett.

25. Beth Conatser.

26. Donna Chilton Derrick.

27. Burgoyne Drake.

28. Bernadine Pedigo Gorgas.

29. Donald James Hagan.

30. Agnes Cope Hagan.

31. Elvin Elledge Hagan.

32. Vivian Cope Kearby.

33. James Edward & Patricia Hagan Lane.

34. Norman Gary Lane.

35. Robert Edward Lane.

36 Doug Moore.

37. Bessie Hagan Pedigo.

38. Regis Robbins.