Names of families in dekalb county wills, estates, deeds. Our publications landmarks of dekalb county, alabama. Dekalb county public library board of trustees will hold a regular meeting on monday, may 11 at 4. The dekalb county historicalgenealogical society is proud to announce that its new book, acres of change. Dekalb county, alabama, grantee deed index, 18351895 english paperback book f see more like this dekalb county, alabama, wills and estates 18361929. Trailing smokes a pictorial history of ider school district. Dekalb county was the one time home of the famous cherokee native american sequoyah. Dekalb county sheriffs office understands that the agency is a source of information for the public regarding criminal activity in the community. Each name or family name listed corresponds to a folder of materials that may contain research notes, newspaper clippings, obituaries, copies of original manuscripts, and photographs see also our photo subject files page. Dekalb county, alabama, probate court records, 18361930 duff, dorothy smith on. Dekalb county, alabama obituary and death notices collection. This volume in the family maps series contains newly created maps of original landowners patent maps in what is now dekalb county, alabama, gleaned from the indexes of the u. Family maps of dekalb county, alabama, deluxe edition.
Dekalb countys historical significance dekalb county. The information is uploaded to this server frequently but may lag behind actual activity at the courthouse. Officially established in northeastern alabama in 1836, the history of dekalb county traces its course from the cherokee nation through the civil war, the coming of the railroads and the mining industry to it important contribution to american textiles. This book contains the history of the dekalb county regiments and the men who served in the civil war as well as the history of dekalb county from 1836 to 1868. It covers 52,423 square miles, making it the 30th largest of the 50 states. Trailing smokes a pictorial history of ider school district, dekalb county, alabama.
Dekalb county, al northeast alabama genealogical society. A list of noted locations that help define the history and culture of dekalb county, alabama. Nichols library has several books on dekalb county including information on cemeteries, schools, and church records. Alabama voting registers for 1867 are available online at the alabama department of archives and history. Dekalb county, alabama simple english wikipedia, the. Desoto fallshome of the famous gospelcountry music duo the louvin brothers, the grammywinning countrymusic group alabama, and the flock family of nascar fame, dekalb county is located in the northeastern corner of the state. The dekalb county history center will be providing a companion piece to this smithsonian exhibit that tells our countys story.
Other records edit edit source alabama voting registers for 1867 are available online at the alabama department of archives and history. Visit the landmarks of dekalb county, alabama, bookstore online, titles include. Collinsville is located in both dekalb county and cherokee county in the northeast corner of alabama. According to a journal of american history description of the book alabama s outlaw sheriff stephen s. A concise but detailed history of the county from its beginning is in the heritage of dekalb county, alabama.
Alabama is 330 miles long and 190 miles wide at its most distant points. The oldest county, washington, was created on june 4, 1800, when what is now alabama was then part of the mississippi territory. The biographical files are mainly used by those researchers interested in genealogy and family history. Today, the dekalb county board of commissioners voted unanimously to elect commissioner steve bradshaw as the boards presiding officer. In alabama, many county records are provided by the probate office in charge of business and marriages licenses. Please refer to the information to the statewide vital records in alabama for current fees and application process. Dekalb county alabama administrators are in charge of maintaining and provide an efficient means to obtain records containing public information. History of dekalb county, indiana, with biographical. Dekalb county, alabama was established from land that was ceded to the federal government by the cherokee nation much of this history was taken from the landmarks publication, a pictorial history of dekalb county, alabama, published by landmarks of dekalb county in 1971. Family maps of dekalb county, alabama genealogy history.
Dekalb county was created by the alabama legislature on january 9, 1836, from land ceded to the federal government by the cherokee nation. Commissioner lorraine cochranjohnson was elected deputy presiding officer. About dekalb county, alabama dekalb county alabama information. Dekalb county property records are real estate documents that contain information related to real property in dekalb county, alabama. Aims to create a picture of the early area, its formation as a county, through time, to its place in the economy and community of today. Historical collections index of places dekalb county, alabama. For more details on the agenda and to learn how to listen in, click. In alabama, many county records are provided by the probate office in charge of business and marriages licenses, recording services, vehicle titles, tags and more. This meeting will be conducted via teleconference zoom.
Viewing of the index information is free of charge. Names of families in dekalb county wills, estates, deeds, church records, cemeteries dekalb county was created in 1822 after the muskogee creeks indians ceded the lands by treaty and was taken from henry, gwinnett and fayette counties. History of dekalb county, indiana, with biographical sketches of representative citizens and genealogical records of old families by b. Dekalb county is part of the huntsvilledecaturalbertville, al combined statistical area. Dekalb county public library board of trustees to meet may 11 for immediate release.
The decatur library houses materials by and about dekalb county and its citizens, dekalb county governmental activities, and georgia history and genealogy. Dekalb county alabama genealogy and history presented by. Established in 1941 by the dekalb county commission. History collinsville public libraryonce cherokee territory, the collinsville area was opened for settlement in 1835 when the cherokees were removed forcibly from their land by the federal government. Dekalb county schools district offers k12 education to nearly 9,000 students across thirteen schools. Dekalb county alabama ancestry research free resource. The volume includes short family histories as well as an indian cherokee. This search engine will return probate deeds and records information of record in dekalb county. For all those with family roots in dekalb county,alabama. Filter your search below and blaze your trail today. Together with sketches of its cities, villages and towns. It was named for baron johann dekalb, a german hero of the american revolution. Alabama wills and probate records, 17531999 includes dekalb county source. Archives dekalb county, alabama probate court records 1836 1930 source.
Dekalb county public library serving the communities of. Guide to dekalb county, alabama ancestry, genealogy and family history, birth records. Dekalb county vital records can be found at the alabama department of public health which has birth and death records from 1908, marriages from 1936 and divorce records from 1950. About dekalb county, alabama discover the diverse history and learn about dekalb county, alabama. Dekalb county, alabama genealogy genealogy familysearch wiki. Dekalb cooperative extension announces its annual plant sale and will accept orders jan. Dchgs releases new book on history of dekalb county. May 20, 2010 locating original landowners in maps has never been an easy taskuntil now. The heritage of dekalb county, alabama volume ii book. History of dekalb county, indiana, with biographical sketches. All dekalb county public library branches and book returns are closed until further notice. Part of the display will include selected photographs submitted by the general public answering this question.
Please refer to the information to the statewide vital records in alabama for current fees and application. The library will not be charging late fees during this time period. Battelle is an unincorporated community in dekalb county, alabama, united states. According to the 2000 census, the county has a total area of 778. Where can find dekalb county birth, marriage, divorce and death records. To that end, the office of public information is committed to cooperating with legitimate news media outlets to provide relevant facts that are public record. Fort site about landmarks dekalb county timeline the old fort site. The county is also the home of some of the most scenic areas in the state, including the little river canyon and its many waterfalls. Renfroe, his two years as sumter county sheriff were followed by six years of bizarre. Our goal is to help you track your ancestors through time by transcribing genealogical and historical data and placing it online for the free use of. Created by the alabama legislature on january 9, 1836, from land ceded to the federal government by the cherokee nation. Fort payne, alabama dekalb history the farley brothers traveling studio book excerpt. Find property records, vital records, inmate and court records, professional and business licenses, contractor licenses and much more.
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Dekalb county was the one time home of the famous cherokee sequoyah. Public property records provide information on homes, land, or commercial properties, including titles, mortgages, property deeds, and a range of other documents. Book of land lot owners from henry county in 1821, which became the 16 th district of dekalb. Welcome to the dekalb county, alabama online record search. The county is located in the northeast corner of the state and is bordered on the north by jackson county, on the west by marshall.
Dekalb county, alabama genealogy public group facebook. North alabama has a variety of museums and historical places that youre sure to enjoy. Here youll find record collections, history, and genealogy resources to help you trace your dekalb county ancestors. Dekalb county, alabama was established january 9, 1836 from land that was ceded to the federal government by the cherokee nation and is named for baron johann sebastian dekalb, an american revolutionary war hero. Dekalb county, alabama genealogy familysearch wiki. Prior to european american settlement, the area was occupied by the cherokees, most notably sequoyah, who created the cherokee syllabary at wills town. Trailing smokes a pictorial history of ider school district, dekalb county, alabama adams, berthel on.
May 06, 2020 dekalb county public library board of trustees to meet may 11 for immediate release. Thanks are owed to the many people of dekalb county who contributed materials. Along with the libraries in collinsville, crossville, geraldine, henagar, ider and rainsville we serve the entire popluation of dekalb county which is curently over 68,500. Dekalb county, al was established january 9, 1836 from land that was ceded to the federal government by the cherokee nation. Historical collections index of places dekalb county. An act to authorise samuel gay to turnpike a road therein named. War, war of 1812, civil war, mexican war alabama records vol. Battelle was once a thriving mining community which was spread in a north south line along the foot of lookout mountain five miles north of valley head, alabama. Named in honor of major general baron johan dekalb, a hero of the american revolution. I ordered this book as a way to do some research on my wifes family history.
Services, courts, education and health information for dekalb county. We strive to meet the needs of a wellrounded student body by providing rigorous academic offerings, a variety of extracurricular activities, sports programs, arts integration programs, as well as having a stand along career and technical. The dekalb county department of recreation, parks and cultural affairs will hold a virtual public meeting on wednesday, june 3, at 6 p. It was named for major general baron johann dekalb, a hero of the american revolution. Dekalb county to hold virtual master plan meeting for rowland road property. Trailing smokes a pictorial history of ider school. The most notorious person from each of alabamas 67 counties. The heritage of dekalb county, alabama book, 1998 worldcat. Family maps of dekalb county, alabama, deluxe edition gregory a boyd j. Dekalb county, alabama, is comprised of 778 square miles with many natural scenic wonders that reach across two mountain ranges and through a rugged valley. Be it enacted by the senate and house of representatives of the state of alabama in general assembly convened, that samuel gay, be, and he is hereby authorised to open and turnpike a road to commence at the ferry of the said gay on the tennessee river, in the county of jackson and to.
Dekalb county, alabama, probate court records, 18361930. A history of dekalb county, illinois 1963 2012 is expected to arrive in dekalb county this week and that a booksigning event is planned for saturday, dec. Dchgs releases new book on history of dekalb county dekalb. Locating original landowners in maps has never been an easy taskuntil now. Dekalb county, alabama genealogy and family history linkpendium familysearch catalog the familysearch catalog contains descriptions and access information for all genealogical materials including books, online materials, microfilm, microfiche, and publications in their collection.
Dekalb public has a large circulating and reference collection with an extensive local history and genealogy department. Local history and genealogy dekalb county public library. Periodicals edit edit source probate records edit edit source online probate records. Local history and genealogy the decatur library houses materials by and about dekalb county and its citizens, dekalb county governmental activities, and georgia history and genealogy.
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