This database indexes names of Jefferson County residents found in local historical newspapers that are microfilmed and housed in the Northwest Branch Special Collection. The index includes names found in articles relating to items of genealogical interest. Births, deaths, marriages, probate, divorce, and other items of importance to the genealogist are included. (Please be aware that there are some articles with local names not included, such as political, school-related, and many social events.)

• Names are listed in alphabetical order and are spelled as they are found the article.
• Subject lists what the article is about.
• Paper Date lists the date of the newspaper where the article is found.
• Page/Column lists the page number (i.e. 2, 3) and the column (i.e. a, b, c) for locating the article.
• Key words list any other names listed in the article. (Note: If someone else of the same last name as the primary subject is listed, that name is not listed in key words.)

To Obtain Copies of the original articles, individuals visiting the Northwest Branch of the Jefferson County Library may view and/or print articles from the microfilm. Copies are 20cents per page.

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