Order books, 1795-1867 [microform].

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Order books, 1795-1867 [microform].

The county court order book is a transcript of orders issued by the court and is essentially concerned with the administration, supervision, and regulation of county affairs. Order books may include such records as probate records; road orders; lunacy inquests; bonds, reports, and settlements of public officials; occupational licenses; naturalization records; and records concerning the administration of the fiscal affairs of the county. Entries may include date, term of court, names of principles, nature of order, and signature of county judge.

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Franklin County (Ky.). County Clerk.

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Franklin, the eighteenth county formed in Kentucky, was fashioned from Woodford, Mercer, and Shelby Counties in 1794 and named for Benjamin Franklin. Frankfort, the capital of Kentucky, also serves as the county seat. The Franklin County Clerk, whose duties are numerous and diverse, records and maintains various legal instruments and Fiscal Court records. In addition, the clerk registers motor vehicles (KRS 186.020); issues and records marriage licenses and certificates ...