This book traces the history of the Baum family from Buer, Melle, Germany to their settling in the United States, specifically Ohio and Dearborn Counties in Indiana. Allied families Marsh/auf der Masch and Cutter/Kötter are also included. Through primary research of records from the United States and Germany, the author traced these families to their home villages, going back to the 1700's and earlier. Family stories, photographs, and documents give insight into the lives of these early settlers, while detailed multi-generational descendant reports document the enduring impact of their legacy. Whether you have roots in southern Indiana or northern Germany, this book is an invaluable addition to any genealogy collection, offering a detailed portrait of ancestral heritage and the pursuit of a new beginning in America.