Dekalb county tennessee county history series hardcover 1986 by thomas g webb author. Under the chapter called, church sketches indian creek this church is situated on the waters of indian creek, some eight miles north of smithville, dekalb county, tenn. Dekalb county, tn, caney fork river posts facebook. Justin potter library has a huge collection of genealogy history. 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. 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. A bicentennial history of dekalb county, tennessee. To go back many years, upon the arrival of the first whites in what is now east tennessee, a vast portion of middle tennessee was unoccupied by indians, though hunting parties camped here or passed back and forth in their tribal wars beyond the borders. It is a great place to visit, live, work and raise a family. Dekalb county was founded in 1837, from land in cannon, warren and white counties. It was named in honor of baron johann dekalb, a bavarian officer who accompanied. Click the links below to see interesting information and photos of the county throughout the years. Easily share your publications and get them in front of issuus. You wont find her name in the history books at least not yet but mrs.
Dekalb cooperative extension announces its annual plant sale and will accept orders jan. A bicentennial history of dekalb county, tennessee book. The following book covering the years 18701873, although labeled administrators settlement book, is not of the same type as those preceeding or following it. Webb, dekalb county historian, who has spent more than 60 years researching the history of the several families in the book.
He was appointed major general in the continental army. This middle tennessee county was formed in 1837 out of parts of cannon, jackson, warren, and wilson counties. I just acquired a copy of the recently published genealogy book by thomas g. One of the oldest running fairs in the united states, the fair has been offering oldfashioned fun and goodnatured competition since 1856. Administrators settlement book, 18661886 the settlement books covering the years 18661886 are missing. A majority of these genealogy links fall into 3 categories. Indian creek baptist church is mentioned on page 145. Anderson bedford benton bledsoe blount bradley campbell cannon carroll carter cheatham chester claiborne clay cocke coffee crockett cumberland davidson decatur dekalb dickson dyer fayette fentress franklin gibson giles grainger. Buy history of dekalb county, tennessee book online at best prices in india on. Allen of dekalb county and susannah duncan, widow of john duncan, lylliorn chandler and wife nancy, formerly duncan, of smith county. Reliable information about the coronavirus covid19 is available from the world health organization current situation, international travel. Dekalb county, tennessee wills book a, 18381843 source. During the covid19 pandemic, blood donations are critically needed to be distributed to hospitals. History of dekalb county, tennessee book, 1969 worldcat.
Additional free genealogy and map resources the history of cannon, coffee, dekalb, warren, and white counties, tennessee 204 pages of history and genealogy for 5 counties in the central tennessee region including 206 family biographies. Dekalb county public library to host emergency blood drives for the american red cross. History of dekalb county, indiana, with biographical sketches. I also have a book called history of middle tennessee baptists by j. Bibliography of tennessee local history sources dekalb county please note that the tennessee state library and archives does not hold copies of all of the items listed in this bibliography. A bicentennial history of dekalb county, tennessee for sale marriages. Dekalb county, tn marriages 18481880 sistler, 1985 alphabetical listings index to history of dekalb county tennessee by will t. Search for library items search for lists search for contacts search for a library. The result is a 384page hardback book with a complete. The georgia center for the book is the state affiliate of the center for the book at the library of congress in washington, d. Lagrange, steuben, noble and dekalb counties volume 2 paperback by ford ira 1848 ed and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Though we have made best efforts the books may have occasional errors.
Dekalb county counties counties history tn history. Part of the display will include selected photographs submitted by the general public answering this question. The story of the land of which dekalb county was comprised is actually the history. All of the family biographies from the history of dekalb county, tennessee 1887 by goodspeed publishing co. The names listed below are the primary subject of the biography. This book is not too different from other county history books. Dekalb county was formed by an act of the tennessee legislature in 1837. However, formatting rules can vary widely between applications and fields of interest or study.
What other genealogical resources are available in dekalb county, tn. The dekalb county history center will be providing a companion piece to this smithsonian exhibit that tells our county s story. The dekalb county history center will be providing a companion piece to this smithsonian exhibit that tells our countys story. Dekalb county, tennessee genealogy, books, cds, maps. Webb wrote in a tennessee county history series book. The result is a 384page hardback book with a complete firstname index. This is a pre1923 historical reproduction that was curated for quality. Most biographies will include numerous other names which can be. Dekalb county, a rural county of over 20,000 residents, is located in middle tennessee. A short history of smith county tennessee from the book a history of tennessee and tennesseans by will t. Historian believes that the first settlers in the county were at liberty and came from maryland in 1797.
Home community history dekalb county s communities are rich in history. Dekalb county, tennessee history and genealogy alhn. Dchgs releases new book on history of dekalb county. Besides related families, more than 30 main families are presented. Information for this chart was taken from various sources, often containing conflicting dates. Search the history of over 424 billion web pages on the internet. The goal of this site is to provide you with free information for your genealogical research. Large tracts of the best land in the county were entered by survivors of the revolution. Dekalb county, tennessee genealogy from administrators settlement books, 18461907.
The dekalb county historicalgenealogical society is proud to announce that its new book, acres of change. Dekalb county, tennessee record dates edit edit source. Drake of dekalb county has the distinction of being the first female judge in tennessee. For more information on books, including the latest bestseller lists, and information on popular authors, check out our shelf help section. State of tennessee dekalb county october term 1838 on motion the last will and testament of wills adamson deced was produced in open county for probet and was duly proven in open court by the oaths of joseph adamson and that he was a man of sound mind and memory and that he also acknowledged that he executed the within will for the day it has.
Click download or read online button to get a bicentennial history of dekalb county tennessee book. Bibliography of tennessee local history sources dekalb. Please invite any friends you think might be interested. The following are links to family history and genealogy, records and resources relevant to dekalb county. Issuu is a digital publishing platform that makes it simple to publish magazines, catalogs, newspapers, books, and more online. History of dekalb county, indiana, with biographical sketches of representative citizens and genealogical records of old families by b. Together with an historical and a biographical sketch of cannon, coffee, dekalb, warren, goodspeed, 1979. History of dekalb county, tennessee by will thomas hale. Together with sketches of its cities, villages and towns. This land was first settled in 1797 by settlers from maryland.
The history center is encouraging people to be creative and thoughtful. It was named in honor of baron johann dekalb, a bavarian officer who accompanied lafayette to america in 1777. History of dekalb county, tennessee southern historical. The goal of this site is to provide you with free information for your. History of dekalb county, tennessee hale, 1969 surname index history of tennessee from the earliest time to the present.
History of dekalb county, illinois internet archive. History of tennessee originally published by goodspeed publishing co. Dekalb county, tennessee deed books aj 18381869 dekalb county, tennessee deed books kp 18691885 funeral home records. Dekalb county, tennessee genealogy trails history group. The site relies on volunteer contributionsso please let us know if you have information to share.
Dekalb county history dekalb county was founded in 1837, from land in cannon, warren and white counties. Early days in dekalb county, tn, are recalled in this spiral bound booklet of excerpts compiled from the 1887 book. Alexandria is home to the dekalb county fair, known affectionately to locals as the grandpa fair of the south. Today, the dekalb county board of commissioners voted unanimously to elect commissioner steve bradshaw as the boards presiding officer. Dekalb county was formed in 1837 from land in cannon, warren and white counties.
The first is that of the liberty physician and merchant, ebenezer wright, dated from april 22, 1832, to june 18, 3 1833. The works which have been helpful are named where quoted. Commissioner lorraine cochranjohnson was elected deputy presiding officer. Buy history of dekalb county, tennessee book online at low. The centers mission is the support of libraries, literary programs and literature. She was appointed in 1931 by governor henry horton to fill a vacant judgeship and elected to that office the next year. History of dekalb county, tennessee will thomas hale on. You will be informed of any change or changes at the time of entry and same will be posted here. History of the first nh regiment in the war of the revolution with new hampshire at the battle of bunker hill hardcover 38 00 30,000 names, pa. Together with an historical and a biographical sketch of cannon, coffee. Please check the tennessee state library and archives online catalog or visit the ask us a question.
Ambrose printers, c1954, by jolee love page images at hathitrust items below if any are from related and broader terms. Indians in dekalb county, tennessee genealogy village. Hale bowman, 1974 name index land deed genealogy of dekalb county, tennessee, 18381869 partlow, 1999 name index land deed genealogy of dekalb county, tennessee, 18681885 partlow, 2006 name index. Business oriented sites, personal sites or organization sites. Dekalb county, tennessee genealogy familysearch wiki. Dekalb county marriage book 18481900 dekalb county marriage book 19011950 dekalb county. Dekalb county, tn genealogy and family history linkpendium dekalb county, tngenweb usgenweb familysearch catalog familysearch the catalog is genealogical materials including books, online materials, microfilm, microfiche, and publications this catalog is different than the indexed historical records. The caney fork river in dekalb, putnam, and white counties was flooded by the building of the center hill dam.
Premium book dekalb county fair alexandria tennessee. I created this group specifically for chatting about. Dekalb county public library is partnering with the american red cross to host several emergency blood drives. Although every effort will be made to eliminate any problems andor misunderstanding, the dekalb county fair association reserves the right to change or add any lot, class or rule as needed. Courtesy of joanna madden, was copied from page 11 of the book lasting memories a pictorial history of cumberland county, tennessee. Dekalb county tennessee county history series webb, thomas g on. The history of cannon, coffee, dekalb, warren, and white. Very valuable, indeed, have been two musty account books referred to repeatedly herein. Quality assurance was conducted on each of these books in an attempt to remove books with imperfections introduced by the digitization process. Bibliography of tennessee local history sources dekalb county. When the dam closed off in the fall of 1948, once rich farmland and forests were inundated, thus completely changing the face of the northern and eastern sections of dekalb county, local historian thomas g. This information should be taken as a guide and should be verified by contacting the county andor the state government agency. Infantry, from the 25th of may, 1861, to the 25th of may, 1864, including brief references to the operations of the army of the potomac.
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