History of dekalb county, indiana, with biographical sketches. Officially established in northeastern alabama in 1836, the history of dekalb county traces its course from the cherokee nation through the civil war, the coming of the railroads and the mining industry to it important contribution to american textiles. Alabama wills and probate records, 17531999 includes dekalb county source. Collinsville is located in both dekalb county and cherokee county in the northeast corner of alabama. Dekalb cooperative extension announces its annual plant sale and will accept orders jan.
Dekalb county was the one time home of the famous cherokee sequoyah. The biographical files are mainly used by those researchers interested in genealogy and family history. Dekalb county, alabama, grantee deed index, 18351895 english paperback book f see more like this dekalb county, alabama, wills and estates 18361929. History of dekalb county, indiana, with biographical sketches of representative citizens and genealogical records of old families by b. This book contains the history of the dekalb county regiments and the men who served in the civil war as well as the history of dekalb county from 1836 to 1868. Dekalb county, alabama simple english wikipedia, the free. Guide to dekalb county, alabama ancestry, genealogy and family history, birth records.
Dekalb county, alabama genealogy genealogy familysearch wiki. Nichols library has several books on dekalb county including information on cemeteries, schools, and church records. Dekalb county public library serving the communities of. Established in 1941 by the dekalb county commission. Alabama voting registers for 1867 are available online at the alabama department of archives and history. Our goal is to help you track your ancestors through time by transcribing genealogical and historical data and placing it online for the free use of. Along with the libraries in collinsville, crossville, geraldine, henagar, ider and rainsville we serve the entire popluation of dekalb county which is curently over 68,500. Family maps of dekalb county, alabama, deluxe edition gregory a boyd j.
Where can find dekalb county birth, marriage, divorce and death records. Dekalb county public library board of trustees will hold a regular meeting on monday, may 11 at 4. It covers 52,423 square miles, making it the 30th largest of the 50 states. Dchgs releases new book on history of dekalb county. Battelle was once a thriving mining community which was spread in a north south line along the foot of lookout mountain five miles north of valley head, alabama. We strive to meet the needs of a wellrounded student body by providing rigorous academic offerings, a variety of extracurricular activities, sports programs, arts integration programs, as well as having a stand along career and technical. Names of families in dekalb county wills, estates, deeds. The history center is encouraging people to be creative and thoughtful. All dekalb county public library branches and book returns are closed until further notice. About dekalb county, alabama discover the diverse history and learn about dekalb county, alabama.
May 06, 2020 dekalb county public library board of trustees to meet may 11 for immediate release. The dekalb county history center will be providing a companion piece to this smithsonian exhibit that tells our countys story. The most notorious person from each of alabamas 67 counties. Our publications landmarks of dekalb county, alabama. Dekalb county, alabama was established from land that was ceded to the federal government by the cherokee nation much of this history was taken from the landmarks publication, a pictorial history of dekalb county, alabama, published by landmarks of dekalb county in 1971. Dchgs releases new book on history of dekalb county dekalb. Family maps of dekalb county, alabama, deluxe edition. It was named for major general baron johann dekalb, a hero of the american revolution. About dekalb county, alabama dekalb county alabama information. We strive to meet the needs of a wellrounded student body by providing rigorous academic offerings, a variety of extracurricular activities, sports programs, arts integration programs, as well as having a stand along career and technical center dekalb county technology center. The volume includes short family histories as well as an indian cherokee.
Services, courts, education and health information for dekalb county. Dekalb county was the one time home of the famous cherokee native american sequoyah. Please refer to the information to the statewide vital records in alabama for current fees and application. The information is uploaded to this server frequently but may lag behind actual activity at the courthouse. According to a journal of american history description of the book alabama s outlaw sheriff stephen s. Herbert glen tate history of balloonist the old fort site the fort payne opera house fort payne history. Dekalb county, al northeast alabama genealogical society. Welcome to our dekalb county family history research page. A list of noted locations that help define the history and culture of dekalb county, alabama. The heritage of dekalb county, alabama volume ii book.
Dekalb county sheriffs office understands that the agency is a source of information for the public regarding criminal activity in the community. Dekalb county, alabama obituary and death notices collection. A concise but detailed history of the county from its beginning is in the heritage of dekalb county, alabama. Battelle is an unincorporated community in dekalb county, alabama, united states. Fort payne, alabama dekalb history the farley brothers traveling studio book excerpt. A history of dekalb county, illinois 1963 2012 is expected to arrive in dekalb county this week and that a booksigning event is planned for saturday, dec. Other records edit edit source alabama voting registers for 1867 are available online at the alabama department of archives and history. Named in honor of major general baron johan dekalb, a hero of the american revolution.
I ordered this book as a way to do some research on my wifes family history. Dekalb county vital records can be found at the alabama department of public health which has birth and death records from 1908, marriages from 1936 and divorce records from 1950. Thanks are owed to the many people of dekalb county who contributed materials. Visit the landmarks of dekalb county, alabama, bookstore online, titles include. Today, the dekalb county board of commissioners voted unanimously to elect commissioner steve bradshaw as the boards presiding officer. Dekalb county, alabama genealogy familysearch wiki. Dekalb county, alabama public records directory quickly find public record sources in the largest human edited public record directory. Locating original landowners in maps has never been an easy taskuntil now. The oldest county, washington, was created on june 4, 1800, when what is now alabama was then part of the mississippi territory. Periodicals edit edit source probate records edit edit source online probate records. Fort site about landmarks dekalb county timeline the old fort site. Here youll find record collections, history, and genealogy resources to help you trace your dekalb county ancestors. Filter your search below and blaze your trail today.
History of dekalb county, indiana, with biographical. Created by the alabama legislature on january 9, 1836, from land ceded to the federal government by the cherokee nation. Find property records, vital records, inmate and court records, professional and business licenses, contractor licenses and much more. Names of families in dekalb county wills, estates, deeds, church records, cemeteries dekalb county was created in 1822 after the muskogee creeks indians ceded the lands by treaty and was taken from henry, gwinnett and fayette counties. This meeting will be conducted via teleconference zoom. In alabama, many county records are provided by the probate office in charge of business and marriages licenses, recording services, vehicle titles, tags and more. Dekalb county was created by the alabama legislature on january 9, 1836, from land ceded to the federal government by the cherokee nation. Dekalb county, al was established january 9, 1836 from land that was ceded to the federal government by the cherokee nation. Commissioner lorraine cochranjohnson was elected deputy presiding officer. Renfroe, his two years as sumter county sheriff were followed by six years of bizarre. Together with sketches of its cities, villages and towns.
This search engine will return probate deeds and records information of record in dekalb county. Dekalb county alabama genealogy and history presented by. Dekalb county public library board of trustees to meet may 11 for immediate release. Search the history of over 431 billion web pages on the internet. To that end, the office of public information is committed to cooperating with legitimate news media outlets to provide relevant facts that are public record. Dekalb county to hold virtual master plan meeting for rowland road property.
May 20, 2010 locating original landowners in maps has never been an easy taskuntil now. Dekalb county alabama administrators are in charge of maintaining and provide an efficient means to obtain records containing public information. Dekalb county schools district offers k12 education to nearly 9,000 students across thirteen schools. Dekalb countys historical significance dekalb county. Dekalb county property records are real estate documents that contain information related to real property in dekalb county, alabama. This volume in the family maps series contains newly created maps of original landowners patent maps in what is now dekalb county, alabama, gleaned from the indexes of the u. Viewing of the index information is free of charge. Dekalb county, alabama was established january 9, 1836 from land that was ceded to the federal government by the cherokee nation and is named for baron johann sebastian dekalb, an american revolutionary war hero.
The county is also the home of some of the most scenic areas in the state, including the little river canyon and its many waterfalls. For more details on the agenda and to learn how to listen in, click. Dekalb county, alabama genealogy public group facebook. The library will not be charging late fees during this time period. For all those with family roots in dekalb county,alabama. Local history and genealogy dekalb county public library. The decatur library houses materials by and about dekalb county and its citizens, dekalb county governmental activities, and georgia history and genealogy. Trailing smokes a pictorial history of ider school. Book of land lot owners from henry county in 1821, which became the 16 th district of dekalb. According to the 2000 census, the county has a total area of 778. Archives dekalb county, alabama probate court records 1836 1930 source. Trailing smokes a pictorial history of ider school district, dekalb county, alabama adams, berthel on.
It was named for baron johann dekalb, a german hero of the american revolution. Alabama is 330 miles long and 190 miles wide at its most distant points. Historical collections index of places dekalb county. Dekalb county, alabama, probate court records, 18361930 duff, dorothy smith on. Dekalb county is part of the huntsvilledecaturalbertville, al combined statistical area. Dekalb county, alabama genealogy and family history linkpendium familysearch catalog the familysearch catalog contains descriptions and access information for all genealogical materials including books, online materials, microfilm, microfiche, and publications in their collection. In alabama, many county records are provided by the probate office in charge of business and marriages licenses.
Trailing smokes a pictorial history of ider school district, dekalb county, alabama. War, war of 1812, civil war, mexican war alabama records vol. Dekalb county, alabama, is comprised of 778 square miles with many natural scenic wonders that reach across two mountain ranges and through a rugged valley. Public property records provide information on homes, land, or commercial properties, including titles, mortgages, property deeds, and a range of other documents. The heritage of dekalb county, alabama book, 1998 worldcat. Desoto fallshome of the famous gospelcountry music duo the louvin brothers, the grammywinning countrymusic group alabama, and the flock family of nascar fame, dekalb county is located in the northeastern corner of the state.
Part of the display will include selected photographs submitted by the general public answering this question. North alabama has a variety of museums and historical places that youre sure to enjoy. Dekalb public has a large circulating and reference collection with an extensive local history and genealogy department. Family maps of dekalb county, alabama genealogy history.
Historical collections index of places dekalb county, alabama. The dekalb county department of recreation, parks and cultural affairs will hold a virtual public meeting on wednesday, june 3, at 6 p. Trailing smokes a pictorial history of ider school district. Dekalb county, alabama simple english wikipedia, the. An act to authorise samuel gay to turnpike a road therein named. Dekalb county alabama ancestry research free resource. The county is located in the northeast corner of the state and is bordered on the north by jackson county, on the west by marshall. Local history and genealogy the decatur library houses materials by and about dekalb county and its citizens, dekalb county governmental activities, and georgia history and genealogy.
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