Mekinges Conner

Mekinges Elizabeth Conner (1785 – ca. 1861) was a Delaware Indian woman. Little is known about Mekinges Conner considering her role in the history of Hamilton County, Indiana. Many articles have been written about her husband William Conner, a pioneer in the banks of the White River who worked side by side with the Delaware Indians establishing a trading post and fur trade. None of his prosperous business would have been possible without the help of Mekinges and her high status among the Delaware Indians. A princess, a daughter of an important Indian chief had the influence to favor her white husband's business affairs.

Mekinges Conner

Mekinges Elizabeth Conner (1785 – ca. 1861) was a Delaware Indian woman. Little is known about Mekinges Conner considering her role in the history of Hamilton County, Indiana. Many articles have been written about her husband William Conner, a pioneer in the banks of the White River who worked side by side with the Delaware Indians establishing a trading post and fur trade. None of his prosperous business would have been possible without the help of Mekinges and her high status among the Delaware Indians. A princess, a daughter of an important Indian chief had the influence to favor her white husband's business affairs.