Genealogy/Obituary Request Fees

To obtain a photo copy of a genealogical record or an obituary from the
La Porte Herald-Argus (or one of its predecessors), send your request to:

Genealogy Information
Information Desk
LaPorte County Public Library
904 Indiana Avenue
LaPorte, IN 46350-3435

 

Requests MUST include:

  • Your written request for information, including as much specific information as possible
  • A self-addressed, stamped envelope
  • A check or money order to cover the cost of your request (no cash, please) Make checks/money orders out to LaPorte County Public Library

Fees charged for this service:

  • $5.00 for the initial search requested (person, record, event, subject, etc.)
  • $1.00 for each additional search requested

Example: A search for an obituary for Mary Smith will cost $5.00. A search for an obituary for Mary Smith as well as a search for an obituary for John Smith will cost $6.00. Searches for five (5) different records, the maximum per request, will cost $9.00.

You will receive one photocopy of our findings for each of your requested searches.

You may ask for a maximum of FIVE (5) searches per written request.
Refunds will be made for unsuccessful searches.

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