Marriage bond books (indexed), 1861-1917 (bulk 1861-1901, 1914-1917).

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Marriage bond books (indexed), 1861-1917 (bulk 1861-1901, 1914-1917).

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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.

11.9 cubic ft. (18 v.)

Kentucky Department of Libraries and Archives, Kentucky State Archives

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