Marriage bonds, 1808-1868 [microform].

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Marriage bonds, 1808-1868 [microform].

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.

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Estill County (Ky.). County Clerk.

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