Report of the Secretary of State and State Librarian to the General Assembly on

Connecticut Secretary of the State, Connecticut State Librarian

ISBN 10: 0365968773 / ISBN 13: 9780365968771

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

About this Item

Print on Demand. This book is an indispensable tool for researchers traversing the rich repositories of colonial and state records in Connecticut. The authorâ s findings offer the reader an insightful tour of the history of record-keeping in the state. Many fascinating accounts are given on the inception and evolution of various courts in Connecticut over time and the formation of districts where proceedings were diligently recorded. The author reveals how probate courts emerged and were kept separate from County Courts after 1698. This book is a treasure trove of information for anyone interested in Connecticut law and history. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.

Seller Inventory # 9780365968771_0

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Report of the Secretary of State and State Librarian to the General Assembly on
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0365968773
• ISBN 13: 9780365968771
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • Minutes and Reports

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Synopsis

The catalog gathers Connecticut's ancient court records in one detailed guide for researchers and history lovers.

This volume surveys court records from colonial times through the 19th century, detailing where and how the records were kept, organized, and preserved. It describes the General Court, the Court of Assistants, the Superior Courts, and New Haven and New London jurisdictions, offering a practical overview of the collection’s scope and arrangement.

• Plainspoken descriptions of the records, volumes, and indexing practices.
• Guidance on where to find trials, judgments, executors’ accounts, naturalizations, and files.
• Notes on the condition, organization, and accessibility of key collections.
• Forecast of how the materials relate to broader Connecticut legal and local history.

Ideal for researchers, librarians, students, and enthusiasts of early American law and local history.