Cumberland county, kentucky yesterday and today unknown binding january 1, 1992 see all formats and editions hide other formats and editions history of cumberland county kentucky. Cumberland county, kentucky, funeral records for 100 years 19052005. The history of cumberland county was written in 1947 and has long been one of the most popular, and extensive, histories of cumberland county, kentucky. Cumberland county has progressed from its beginnings as a riverfront distribution center to a highly commercialized area offering a variety of services to its citizens. Cumberland county schools will be closed on monday, february 17, 2020, in observation of presidents day. Lisa perdue addresses the annual leadership edcamp at eku as the keynote speaker. This site is like a library, use search box in the widget to get ebook that you want.
She was always interested in education and was granted a certificate to teach school at the early age of fifteen 1872. History of cumberland county, kentucky southern historical. Cumberland county was formally organized in 1798 as the thirtysecond county of kentucky, landing on the state records officially in 1799. Cumberland county was created in 1798 from green county. The pass was one of the most accessible routes to the land west of the appalachian mountains. Records were lost in courthouse fires on 3 jan 1865 and on 3 dec 1933. The cumberland county historical society, founded in 1874, is dedicated to collect, preserve, interpret and promote the rich history. Cumberland county kentucky school photos and yearbooks source. Guide to cumberland county, kentucky ancestry, genealogy and family history. The 1810 cumberland county, ky, census contains 24 pages census images, numbered 164 through 187. Cumberland county history by cumberland county historical society ill. Cumberland county deed records family history library cumberland county survey records family history library cumberland county, ky deed book a 1809 us gen web archives. The cumberland county ky history and genealogy group celebrates the families and individuals who left their footprints on the commonwealth of kentucky s history.
Browse the amazon editors picks for the best books of 2019, featuring our favorite reads in. The 1810 cumberland county, ky, census contains 24 pages census images, numbered. Many of the stories included in this book have never been put to paper before. Despite the size of this small town, its rich in history. The book contains hundreds of family sketches, each with data on the original kentucky immigrant, his wife and children, and their distinguished and numerous progeny. Turner publishing company, jun 15, 1996 russell county ky. Cumberland county, virginia genealogy familysearch wiki. Cumberland county, kentucky yesterday and today on. Each map and book showing the location of land ownership in 18th century cumberland county. Oral history of moonshine and murder in cumberland county, kentucky billy.
Cumberland county, ky deed book b abstracts 18101812 us gen web archives. Presently, cumberland county has a population close to 319,431 and encompasses approximately 661 square miles. Genealogy trails history group list of pensioners on the roll january 1, 1883 cumberland county, kentucky source. Message board john humphrey descendants marriage records masonic information military records newspapers obituaries. Woodford county, kentucky was first surveyed and shaped in 1788. First families of perry county series by christopher t. Lane register of deeds 25 pearl street po box 7230 portland me, 04112 phone. County courthouse edit edit source cumberland county courthouse po box 275 burkesville, ky 427170275 phone. First families of cumberland countyperry county volumes. Taxes paid from 1736 to 1749 earliest list of taxables in cumberland county first settlers in the north valley taxables in the county in 1762 early settlers wild animals and fish customs and habits formation of townships and boroughs lands.
Area history of cumberland county the first title of land in what is now cumberland county was deeded to settlers by the iroquois indians in 1768. The following are names mentioned in the cumberland county will books from november 11, 1815 to december 17, 1904. Cumberland county ky history and genealogy public group. We can also put you in touch with local historians who may be able to provide guidance. Cumberland county is a county located in the pennyroyal plateau region of the u. Volume i founding of the cumberland settlements the first atlas 1779 1804 this is a tale told by survivors an epic related by those who explored and hacked out a way through a howling wilderness, built cabins, cleared land, planted crops, and fought for survival against european armies and five tribal nations. Cumberland is located in northeastern harlan county at 3658. Receiving its name from the cumberland river, cumberland county was organized in 1798 as the thirtysecond county of kentucky. History of cumberland county hardcover january 1, 2007 by j. The mission of the cumberland county public library is to provide quality programs and services that fulfill educational, informational, cultural, and recreational needs of the entire community in an atmosphere that is welcoming, respectful, and professional. Ccms students won third place overall at the sixthgrade academic showcase. Cumberland county historical society the cumberland county. Genealogy resources at the cumberland county public library if you have specific inquiries regarding family names or records, you can call us at 2708642207 to speak with a staff member.
Cumberland county, kentucky record dates edit edit source. It might possibly have been named after the entire bow family, because they were the most prominent family in the area at that time. Search the history of over 431 billion web pages on the internet. Click download or read online button to get history of cumberland county kentucky book now. The donation of the 1810 cumberland county census images for permanent, free display in the usgenweb archives was made possible through the generosity of kathleen logan and the permission of sk. County histories may include biographies, church, school and government history, and military information. Cumberland county received its name from the cumberland river which flows through the county from end to end. Cumberland county, ky deed book b abstracts 181814 us gen web archives. Cumberland county, kentucky simple english wikipedia, the. Along with the history of the area, there is much genealogical information on specific families, as well as lists of veterans, etc. Cumberland county, kentucky genealogy familysearch. The county is named for the cumberland river its county seat is burkesville, kentucky. Full text of history of cumberland and adams counties. First families of cumberland county series by hayes r.
Our mission is to discover and collect material to help establish or illustrate the history of the individuals, communities, enterprises of cumberland county illinois, to preserve the collected materials and provide for public access to them, to undertake and assist in the preservation of historic buildings and sites, to integrate and educate the public in the history of cumberland county and. Cumberland county has progressed from its beginnings as a riverfront distribution center to a highly commercialized area offering a. A walk down memory lane, cumberland county kentucky public. Cumberland county, kentucky part of the kygenweb kykinfolk. Contents kentucky ancestors genealogical quarterly of the kentucky historical society listed below are the contents of kentucky ancestors from the first issue in 1965 to the current issue in a searchable pdf format. Box 8 1 courthouse circle cumberland, va 230400008 phone. Local histories are available for cumberland county, kentucky genealogy. Check out the new look and enjoy easier access to your favorite features. For more information about local histories see the wiki page section kentucky local histories. History of cumberland county kentucky download ebook pdf.
War of 1812 kentucky, and particularly cumberland county, were well represented in the war of 1812 and the battle of new orleans as the kentucky and tennessee riflemen were known for their marksmanship and tenacity. An oral history of moonshine and murder in cumberland county. From home school opportunities to summer camps, we make history fun, compelling and useful. It sits in along the kentuckytennessee border in the south central portion of the state.
Cumberland county, kentucky yesterday and today by, 1992, curtis media corp. The cumberland county ky history and genealogy group celebrates the families and individuals who left their footprints on the commonwealth of kentuckys history. Williams, a school teacher and superintendent of cumberland county schools. During the civil war, he was captain of the home guard. The cumberland county board of elections is announcing that onestop early voting at the hope mills recreation center at 5766 rockfish rd. The following years are on microfilm at cumberland co. Public library has many resources for other kentucky counties, and for many states. In addition, mary and joe skipworth have made available in book form all. The cumberland gap is a natural pass through cumberland mountain in bell county, kentucky, on the border of kentucky and the state of west virginia, just northeast of tennessee. I have attempted to alphabetize all names and hope to eventually add the will book and page number for all those involved. However, formatting rules can vary widely between applications and fields of interest or study. Cumberland county, kentucky genealogy familysearch wiki. Open library is an open, editable library catalog, building towards a web page for every book ever published. Congratulations to cces teachers who have earned national board.
Apr 30, 2011 open library is an open, editable library catalog, building towards a web page for every book ever published. Whitepages is the largest and most trusted online phone book and directory. Raileys history takes the county through the nineteenth century. The county is located in the south central area of the state. Cumberland county kygenweb archives toc usgenweb archives. Cumberland county, kentucky yesterday and today 1992 edition. Isaac story bow lived and died in cumberland county, from 1835 to 1912. The county was formed in 1798 and named for the cumberland river, which in turn may have been named after the duke of cumberland or the english county of cumberland.