Marriage records [microform], 1853-1904

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Marriage records [microform], 1853-1904

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Marriage records may include bonds, books, certificates, licenses, marriage registers or ministers' returns. Indexes to marriage records may be available. A marriage bond is posted when applying for a marriage license. The bond is a legally binding agreement between the bride and groom that the marriage will occur. The bond may include the following: number, date, the husband and wife's name, name of surety (usually male relatives), terms of bond and county clerk attestation. Beginning in the 1860s to 1900 the bond included the age of the bride and groom, their place of birth, as well as the place of birth of their parents. Marriage consents by the parent or guardian of the bride or groom were required if either of them was less than twenty-one years old. The consent was usually filed with the bond and a copy of the license. Marriage registers or ministers' returns were filed with the county clerk within twelve months after the minister or public official performed the ceremony.

1 microfilm reel ; 35 mm.

Kentucky Historical Society, Martin F. Schmidt Research Library

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Kentucky Historical Society, Martin F. Schmidt Research Library

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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 ...

Laurel County (Ky.). County Clerk.

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Laurel County, the eightieth county organized in Kentucky, was formed in 1826 from parts of Clay, Knox, Rockcastle, and Whitley Counties. Its county seat is London. The Laurel 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); and receives, maintain...