documents/records etc.
Often
families are interested in having copies of the
original documents for their family records, rather
than the
indexing of an event (birth, marriage, death) that
can be found online. Other times finding an original
document
might solve a family mystery.
For example
if your ancestor disappeared from the census after 1870 or
1880, the answer might be found in
these records:
Divorces
- These were recorded in the Court Dockets from the
time Fremont County was established in 1851.
The court record normally told why the parties
divorced, their current whereabouts and who had custody of
any children.
Deed
Records/Estate Transfers - If your ancestor owned
real estate, the final deed shows if they were living at
the time
the property was sold or if it was transferred
through their estate. Also shows whether a spouse was
still living that
signed off on the final deed.
Adoptions
- It is sometimes possible to find a court record of the
event in the late 1800's to early 1900's, prior to the
records being sealed. Finding this kind of
record usually answers questions families have had for
many years.
Upon
completion of my research, all clients receive a written
report of my findings, along with any relevant copies of
documents and pictures.
Keep in
mind that historical and genealogy research findings are
unpredictable so no guarantees can be made.
Sometimes there is no record available to answer the
question you are seeking. If your ancestor lived in this
area, it is
rare that no record of them here can be found at all,
but it can happen. Often the research here that rules out
possibilities
is necessary before continuing on with your
searching.
The above list contains images of the types of documents and other resources to which I have access.
Select from the 'drop down list' to view a document type.


