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Irvin Robbins1,2,3

ID# 23653, (1839 - 1911)
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Parents:

FatherDr. Richard Robbins (abt 1812 - 14 Mar 1861)
MotherSarah A. Wood (17 Nov 1814 - 10 Mar 1906)
Chart MembershipDescendants of Gideon Cobb
Family IndexesThe Cobbs of Pawlet Vermont

Key Events:

Birth: 30 Mar 1839, Shelby Co., Indiana,4,5,6,7
Marriage: 10 Apr 1862, Decatur Co., Indiana, Cassandra Cobb (b. 10 Mar 1843, d. 31 Jan 1917)8,9,10
Death: 9 Feb 1911, 12 West North St., Indianapolis, Marion Co., Indiana,11,12,13
Burial: 12 Feb 1911, South Park Cemetery, Greensbrug, Decatur Co., Indiana,14
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Narrative:

Irvin Robbins was born on 30 Mar 1839 Indiana. His death certificate and obituary show he was born in Rush Co., but his family was listed in neighboring Shelby Co.G in 1840 when he was less than a year old, so it appears he was actually born there.4,5,6,7
     He was probably the male under age 5 listed in the household of his father, Dr. Richard Robbins, in the 1840 Federal Census of Liberty Twp., Shelby Co., IndianaG.15 He appeared on the 1850 Federal Census of Rush Co., IndianaG, in the household of his parents, Dr. Richard Robbins and Sarah A. Wood.16
     Irvin graduated from North-Western Christian University, which later became Butler University, at 13th St. and College Ave., Indianapolis, IndianaG, in Jun 1860.17
     He appeared on the 1860 Federal Census of Indianapolis, Marion Co., IndianaG, enumerated 23 Jun 1860, in the household of John Carter, a clerk, and his wife, two young sons, and a 14-year-old servant. He is listed as a student, apparently a boarder with two other students and two carpenters.18 He also appeared on the 1860 Federal Census of Washington Twp., Decatur Co., IndianaG, in the household of his parents, where he was listed as a student at N. C. Indianapolis.19
     He began the practice of law in 1861.17

Joining the Civil War Effort --- Text Stolen from ReigelRidge.com !! ---


      Irvin enlisted as a private, Co. F, 7th Indiana Infantry, 22 Apr 1861, at Greensbrug, IndianaG.20,21,22 He was mustered out 2 Aug 1861, at Indianapolis, IndianaG.23,24
     Irvin married Cassandra Cobb, daughter of Reuben Rice Cobb and Amazetta H. Morgan, on 10 Apr 1862 in Decatur Co., IndianaG, with Rev. Dr. van Buskirk offciating.8,9,10
      Irvin enlisted as 1st lieutenant and adjutant, 76th Indiana Infantry, 19 Jul 1862, at Greensbrug, IndianaG.25,26,27 He was mustered out 25 Aug 1862.24
     Irvin registered for the draft for the Civil War, appearing on the register dated in Jun 1863, while living in Greensbrug, IndianaG, reporting he was employed as a lawyer. The form called for prior military service to be noted, but his was omitted.28
      Irvin was commissioned as a Captain, Co. A, 123rd Indiana, 18 Nov 1863, and promoted to Major 24 Jun 1864.29,30,31 He was musted out 25 Aug 1865 in Lexington, KentuckyG.32,13,33

Returning to Civilian Life --- Text Stolen from ReigelRidge.com !! ---


     Irvin moved to Iowa after the War, but remained only a short time before returning to Indiana.17 Back in Indiana, he became a hardware merchant, in Greensbrug.34,35
     Irvin and Cassandra appeared on the 1870 Federal Census of Washington Twp., Decatur Co., IndianaG, enumerated 12 Jun 1870, reporting real estate valued at $600 and personal estate of $20,000. His mother was listed as living with them.36
     Irvin and Cassandra moved to IndianapolisG in 1875.37
     Irvin applied for an invalid pension based on his Civil War service on 24 Nov 1879, which was subsequently approved.38
     Irvin and Cassandra appeared on the 1880 Federal Census of Indianapolis, Marion Co., Indiana, at 12 West North Street G, enumerated 15 Jun 1880. Their children Walter, Earle, Albert, and Ida were listed as living with them, as was his mother.39
     In Indianapolis he became a manufacturer of vehicle bodies, initially as a carriage maker. Later he made automobile bodies. By 1910, his son Earle was also in the business.40,41,42,43,44
      He was commissioned a 1st lieutenant and adjutant in the Indiana Militia, 1st Regiment Light Artillery, 5 Dec 1882.45,46 He was promoted to brigadier-general and adjutant-general, 16 Jun 1886.45,47 He retired from the state militia 9 Jun 1897.17
     Irvin and Cassandra appeared on the 1900 Federal Census of Indianapolis, Marion Co., Indiana, at 12 West North St. G, enumerated 7 Jun 1900, reporting they owned their home, free of mortgage. Their children Earle, Albert, and Ida were listed as living with them, as were his mother and Matilda Peck, a servant.48
     Irvin and Cassandra appeared on the 1910 Federal Census of Indianapolis, Marion Co., Indiana, at 12 West North St. G, enumerated 29 Apr 1910, reporting they rented their home. Their son Earle was listed as living with them.49
     Irvin died on 9 Feb 1911, at his home, 12 West North St., Indianapolis, Marion Co., IndianaG, at age 71.11,12,13 He was buried on 12 Feb 1911 in South Park Cemetery, Greensbrug, Decatur Co., IndianaG.14

Children:
      Children with Cassandra Cobb

They had another child, name unknown, who died befor 1900.50
  1. Walter S. Robbins (abt 1871 - 26 Aug 1936)
  2. Earle Guy Robbins (15 Jan 1873 - 26 Sep 1947)
  3. Albert W. Robbins (19 May 1875 - 2 Aug 1950)
  4. Ida M. Robbins (19 May 1875 - 26 Nov 1934)

Citations

  1. [S11860] R. Robbins household, 1850 U.S. Census, Rush Co., Indiana, shows name as Irvin Robbins.
  2. [S11863] Richard Robbins household, 1860 U.S. Census, Decatur Co., Indiana, shows name as Irvin Robbins.
  3. [S1938] Marriage Records, Decatur Co., Indiana, 1:233, Irvin Robbins and Cassandra Cobb.
  4. [S11864] Richard Robins household, 1840 U.S. Census, Shelby Co., Indiana, show one male under 5 years old.
  5. [S11860] R. Robbins household, 1850 U.S. Census, Rush Co., Indiana, shows age 11 and state.
  6. [S11870] Irvin Robbins obituary, The Indianapolis News, shows date and county, as Rush.
  7. [S11852] Irvin Robbins, Certificate of Death, shows date, county, as Rush, and state.
  8. [S1938] Marriage Records, Decatur Co., Indiana, 1:233, Irvin Robbins and Cassandra Cobb, shows date, county, state, and officiant.
  9. [S11851] Irvin Robbins household, 1870 U.S. Census, Decatur Co., Indiana, shows them apparently living as husband and wife.
  10. [S11858] Irvin Robbins household, 1900 U.S. Census, Marion Co., Indiana, shows married 38 years.
  11. [S11870] Irvin Robbins obituary, The Indianapolis News, shows died yesterday, at home, and address.
  12. [S11852] Irvin Robbins, Certificate of Death, shows date, address, city, county, and state.
  13. [S11872] Irvin Robbins, Organization Index to Pension Files, shows date.
  14. [S11852] Irvin Robbins, Certificate of Death, shows date, city, and state.
  15. [S11864] Richard Robins household, 1840 U.S. Census, Shelby Co., Indiana.
  16. [S11860] R. Robbins household, 1850 U.S. Census, Rush Co., Indiana.
  17. [S11870] Irvin Robbins obituary, The Indianapolis News.
  18. [S11861] John Carter household, 1860 U.S. Census, Marion Co., Indiana.
  19. [S11863] Richard Robbins household, 1860 U.S. Census, Decatur Co., Indiana.
  20. [S11079] "Indiana Archives Digital Index Records,", muster roll card record for Irvin Robbins, Co. F 7th Regiment, shows unit, date, city, and state.
  21. [S11872] Irvin Robbins, Organization Index to Pension Files, shows company and regiment.
  22. [S11870] Irvin Robbins obituary, The Indianapolis News, shows rank, unit, and entry date, as 24th.
  23. [S11079] "Indiana Archives Digital Index Records,", muster roll card record for Irvin Robbins, Co. F 7th Regiment, shows date, city, and state.
  24. [S11870] Irvin Robbins obituary, The Indianapolis News, shows muster out date.
  25. [S11079] "Indiana Archives Digital Index Records,", muster roll card record for Irvin Robbins, 76th Regiment, shows date, and city.
  26. [S11872] Irvin Robbins, Organization Index to Pension Files, shows rank, as 1 Lt & adjt, and regiment.
  27. [S11870] Irvin Robbins obituary, The Indianapolis News, shows rank, as adjutant, unit, and enlistment date, as 21st.
  28. [S11871] Irvin Robins, Civil War Draft Registrations Records.
  29. [S11079] "Indiana Archives Digital Index Records,", muster roll card record for Irvin Robbins, Co. A 123th Regiment, shows date, county, and state, and promotion.
  30. [S11872] Irvin Robbins, Organization Index to Pension Files, shows rank as Major, company and regiment.
  31. [S11870] Irvin Robbins obituary, The Indianapolis News, shows rank, unit, enlistment date, and promotion.
  32. [S11079] "Indiana Archives Digital Index Records,", muster roll card record for Irvin Robbins, 123th Regiment, shows date, and city.
  33. [S11870] Irvin Robbins obituary, The Indianapolis News, shows muster out date, as 23rd.
  34. [S11870] Irvin Robbins obituary, The Indianapolis News, shows he engaged in hardware business, and city.
  35. [S11851] Irvin Robbins household, 1870 U.S. Census, Decatur Co., Indiana, shows occupation as hardware merchant.
  36. [S11851] Irvin Robbins household, 1870 U.S. Census, Decatur Co., Indiana.
  37. [S11870] Irvin Robbins obituary, The Indianapolis News, shows year.
  38. [S11872] Irvin Robbins, Organization Index to Pension Files, shows date, and application and certificate numbers.
  39. [S11854] Irwin Robbins household, 1880 U.S. Census, Marion Co., Indiana.
  40. [S11870] Irvin Robbins obituary, The Indianapolis News, shows he became manufacturer of vehicle bodies.
  41. [S11854] Irwin Robbins household, 1880 U.S. Census, Marion Co., Indiana, shows occupation as carriage maker.
  42. [S11858] Irvin Robbins household, 1900 U.S. Census, Marion Co., Indiana, shows occupation as carriage mfgir.
  43. [S11859] Irwin Robbins household, 1910 U.S. Census, Marion Co., Indiana, shows occupation of both as mfter and industry as factory.
  44. [S11852] Irvin Robbins, Certificate of Death, shows occupation as manufacturer.
  45. [S11870] Irvin Robbins obituary, The Indianapolis News, shows date and rank.
  46. [S11079] "Indiana Archives Digital Index Records,", muster roll card record for Irvin Robbins, Indiana Militia, 1st Regiment Light Artillery, shows date, and rank as adjutant.
  47. [S11079] "Indiana Archives Digital Index Records,", muster roll card record for Irvin Robbins, Indiana Militia, shows date, and rank as adjutant.
  48. [S11858] Irvin Robbins household, 1900 U.S. Census, Marion Co., Indiana.
  49. [S11859] Irwin Robbins household, 1910 U.S. Census, Marion Co., Indiana.
  50. [S11858] Irvin Robbins household, 1900 U.S. Census, Marion Co., Indiana, shows her as mother of five, with four living.

 

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