Marriage bond books (indexed) [microform], 1845-1878.

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Marriage bond books (indexed) [microform], 1845-1878.

The marriage bond is a legally binding agreement entered into by the bride and groom as a covenant with the Commonwealth of Kentucky that the marriage will occur. The bond may include: number, date, name of husband and wife to be, name of surety, terms of bond, and county clerk attestation. The marriage bond book contains only the marriage bond.

4 microfilm reels.

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Fulton, the ninety-ninth Kentucky county, was formed in 1845 from a portion of Hickman County. It is named for Robert Fulton. Hickman, the county seat, was known as Mills' Point until 1837. The Fulton 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 (KRS 402.080, 402.220, 402.230...