Probate records [microform], 1855-1859

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Probate records [microform], 1855-1859

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Probate records can be one or more of the following: wills, order books, appraisements, inventories and settlements. They are filed in the county court generally at the time the death occurred. There may be indexes to the probate records available. Wills record the name of the testator, a list of heirs and bequests, the appointment of executors, the date the will was created, and the signature of the testator and witnesses. Many will books are indexed.

1 microfilm reel ; 35mm.

Kentucky Historical Society, Martin F. Schmidt Research Library

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Kentucky Historical Society, Martin F. Schmidt Research Library

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Kentucky Historical Society

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These cards were created by staff of the Kentucky Historical Society. From the description of Kentucky General Assembly biography cards, 1792-1960s. (Kentucky Historical Society). WorldCat record id: 671373485 ...

Fayette County (Ky.). County Clerk.

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Fayette County was formed by Virginia in 1780 as one of the three original counties of the Kentucky District. It was named for General Lafayette. Lexington is the county seat. There was one courthouse fire in 1803, and another in 1897. The Fayette 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 ...