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Idaville Community, A Century of Unity, 1860-1960

Idaville community centennial, a century of unity, 1860-1960

The “Idaville Community, A Century of Unity, 1860-1960” is a seminal work that offers a comprehensive look into the first century of Idaville and its neighboring townships within White County and Adams Township of Carroll County. Published by the Idaville Centennial Committee in 1960, this volume was crafted to commemorate the centennial celebration of these communities, highlighting a century marked by unity and growth. Through the diligent efforts of the Idaville Centennial Committee, this book was designed to preserve the memory of the pivotal moments that have shaped these areas.

Will of Nancy Austin

In her last will, Nancy Austin bequeaths her enslaved individuals to her grandchildren, children, and specifies their divisions among them. She instructs for the sale of her house and remaining personal property, with debts to be settled first. Proceeds are to be divided among her children and grandsons. Additionally, she grants freedom to her servant Amanda upon her death, ensuring her support if needed. Executors named include Samuel Casey, Gibson B. Taylor, and William Grundy. The will is dated May 26, 1837.