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The columns in the table below should be self-explanatory. The bonds are arranged
alphabetically by the surname of the deceased and then by date. The size of the
bond is some indication of the value of the estate. The guardian appointments can
be an indication of age. When the guardian is appointed by the court and no consent
by the orphan is involved, it is an indication the orphans are under 14 years of age.
When consent of the orphan is involved, it is an indication the orphan is 14 years
or older but not yet of legal age. Also remember that a deceased person is not
always the reason for a guardian bond.
This page is now split into separate pages listing the bonds alphabetically by the surname of the deceased. If the deceased is not stated in the bond, the surname of the orphans is used, assuming the deceased had the same surname. Click on the links below to search the surnames you are seeking. When this project is completed, an index of the orphans will be created. Keep in mind that the bondsmen and witnesses constitute a partial listing of early residents of this county which you might want to search.