Whitley County Genealogical Society recognizes women with First Family certification
(Talk of the Town photo provided) The Whitley County Genealogical Society recently recognized two women with First Family certificates, recognizing their genealogical efforts in tracing their ancestry back to 1849 in Whitley County. Above, from left, is First Family certificate recipient Pam Blain-Bingham, Whitley County Genealogical Society president Charlotte Blair and First Family certificate recipient Christine Blain Melcher.
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The Whitley County Genealogical Society recently presented First Family certificates to Pam Blain-Bingham and Christine Blain Melcher. Their First Family ancestors are Alexander M. Blain and William A. Blain who settled in Troy Township in 1849.
Direct descendants of early settlers of Whitley County may become a member of First Families by proving that their ancestor or ancestors lived within the boundaries of present-day Whitley County on or before December 31, 1850, and that they are direct descendants of these early settlers.
Additionally, direct descendants of later settlers of Whitley County may become a member of Pioneer Families. Applicants must prove that their ancestors lived within the boundaries of present-day Whitley County between December 31, 1850, and December 31, 1870.
For more information about First Family or Pioneer Family applications, leave a message at the Whitley County Historical Museum at 244-6372 or visit the Genealogical Society’s website www.whitleycountyin.org. The website provides a wealth of information regarding Whitley County's history and early citizens.