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== Richland County Organization == | == Richland County Organization == | ||
Revision as of 16:00, 4 February 2013
United States 
Illinois Richland County
| Richland County, Illinois | |
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 Location of Illinois in the U.S. | |
| Facts | |
| Founded: | February 24, 1841 |
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| County Seat | Olney |
| Courthouse | |
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| Address | Richland County Courthouse 103 W. Main Street Olney, Illinois 62450 (618) 392-3111 |
Richland County Organization
Richland County's civil records start the following years:
| Beginning Dates for Richland County Records | |||||
| Birth | Marriage | Death | Census | Land | Probate |
| 1877 |
1841 |
1877 |
1850 |
1836 |
1841 |
County records are most often kept at the County Courthouse or another local repository. For further information about where the records for Richland County are kept, see the Richland County Courthouse page.
Historical Facts
Richland County is named for Richland County, Ohio which is where many of the settlers of this area originated.
Parent County
- 1841--Richland County was created 24 February 1841 from Clay and Lawrence Counties. County seat: Olney [1]
Boundary Changes
See an interactive map of Richland County boundary changes.
Record Loss
Places / Localities
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To see a list of places in Richland County, click on [Show], in the bar above. The preceding list of places includes incorporated cities and towns, unincorporated towns and communities, and place names that may have been used in family histories. Some have well-organized records and even have web sites. Some are simply social communities with no official records, but which may be referenced in small-town newspapers. The list is provided to help researchers identify localities within the county. As records or histories of these localities are identified, a page will be added for each of these place names.
Resources
Biography
Cemeteries
Illinois Cemeteries for more information.
Illinois cemetery records often identify birth, death, relationship, and military information, as well as religious affiliation.
- Find A Grave can be searched by the name of a person or family to find where a person is buried. Usually gives birth and death dates often with a picture of the tombstone. May give obituaries, names of family members and links to their information in Find A Grave.
- Find A Grave also gives a list of cemeteries in Richland County and links to the information for the individuals buried there.
- Richland Co. IL USGenWeb Tombstone Project usually gives the names of the deceased in alphabetical order by last name with birth and death dates plus any remarks.
- Illinois Cemeteries by county.
- The Family History Library Catalog lists some records of cemeteries in Richland County. Some of the books or others may be on Google Books or available at public libraries.
- ePodunk list of Richland County cemeteries gives the names of the cemeteries in the county with a link to more information such as address, phone number, and web site.
- LDS Cemetery Records
Vol. 1 page 5 - Gallagher Family
- USGenWeb, Richland County, Illinois (ILGenWeb), cemetery location, by township
Census
| Historical populations | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1900 | 16,391 | ||
| 1910 | 15,970 | −2.6% | |
| 1920 | 14,044 | −12.1% | |
| 1930 | 14,053 | 0.1% | |
| 1940 | 17,137 | 21.9% | |
| 1950 | 16,889 | −1.4% | |
| 1960 | 16,299 | −3.5% | |
| 1970 | 16,829 | 3.3% | |
| 1980 | 17,587 | 4.5% | |
| 1990 | 16,545 | −5.9% | |
| 2000 | 16,149 | −2.4% | |
| IL Counties 1900-1990 | |||
Church Records
Abstracts
- 1869–1959 Scherer, Mary. St. Paul's Lutheran Church, 1869-1959, Richland County, Illinois. Olney, Illinois: Mary Scherer, 1985. At other Libraries(WorldCat) FHL book 977.377 K2sc
Catholic
FamilySearch has made parish records from two Belleville Diocese Catholic churches in Richland County available online. The records include first communions, confirmations, marriages, and deaths:
- Church Records of St. Joseph Parish, Olney, Richland County, Illinois 1859-1956, browsable online (no index); courtesy: FamilySearch.
- Church Records of St. Joseph Parish, Stringtown, Richland County, Illinois 1859-1956, browsable online (no index); courtesy: FamilySearch.
Court Records
Original court records are held in the office of the Circuit Court Clerk. See Illinois Court Records for more information about using court records.
The following abstracts and copies of original records may be accessed through the Family History Library
Abstracts
- 1841–1852 Richland County Genealogical and Historical Society. Richland County, Ill. board minutes. Olney, Illinois: Richland County Genealogical Historical Society, [1985?]. At other Libraries(WorldCat) FHL book 977.377 P2r
Ethnic Research
African American
The following have information concerning African American research.
- African American Research (US) has more information about the kinds of records
- Illinois State Archives pamphlet on African American Research describes what records are at the State Archives with an online method for ordering records.
- African-American Resources for Illinois
Genealogy
History
Local Histories
- Biographical and Reminiscent History of Richland, Clay and Marion Counties, Illinois. Indianapolis, Ind.: B.F. Bowen & Co., 1909. Digital versions at Ancestry ($); Internet Archive. FHL Film 825601
Land and Property
Original land records are held in the office of the County Clerk . See Illinois Land and Property for more information about using land records.
The following abstracts and copies of original records may be accessed through online sources, the Family History Library or the Illinois Regional Archives Depository (IRAD) located at the Eastern Illinois University (EIU) - search for Franklin County records. For information on how to use IRAD see the EIU IRAD Wiki page.
- 1829-1974 Deed Indexhttp://www.ilsos.gov/GenealogyMWeb/iradsrch.html IRAD-EIU]:*1840–1863 Grantor and grantee indexes FHL film 1221741 Item 3 (first of 4 films)
- 1840–1901 Deeds FHL film 1221744 Item 5 (first of 19 films)
- 1841-1975 Deed Record http://www.ilsos.gov/GenealogyMWeb/iradsrch.html IRAD-EIU]
- Family Maps. Boyd, Gregory A. Family Maps of Richland County, Illinois. Norman, Oklahoma: Arphax Pub. Co., c2007. WorldCat 141190297FHL book 977.377 E7b
Online Resources
- Illinois Public Domain Land Tract Sales See Illinois Land and Property for more information about this database. Also available at Ancestry ($)
- 1796–1907 U.S. General Land Office Records found at Ancestry.com ($)
- Richland County Federal Township Plats
- 1800s – Present - Use the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Land Patent Index to obtain original federal land transfer records, including homestead, military warrants, and cash entry patents. These records help a researcher establish location and lead to National Archives’ records which may include genealogical information. Earlier land transfer records are at the National Archives.
Additional Resources
Additional resources for Richland County land and property may be found in the FHLC and FHLC–maps. Copies of records on FHL microfilm and microfiche can be ordered for viewing at Family History Centers. Copies of books found in the FHLC may be found in WorldCat catalog and ordered from your local library through interlibrary loan. Explore how to search the Family History Library Catalog and the Worldcat Online Catalog.
Maps
- Richland County Federal Township Plats
- USGenWeb, Richland County, Illinois (ILGenWeb), Maps
Military
Civil War
Civil War service men from Richland County served in various regiments. Men often joined a company (within a regiment) that originated in their county. Listed below are companies or regiments that were formed from men of Richland County.
- - 5th Regiment, Illinois Cavalry, Company F.
- - 6th Regiment, Illinois Cavalry, Company E.
- - 8th Regiment, Illinois Infantry (3 months, 1861), Company D.
- - 8th Regiment, Illinois Infantry, Company D.
- - 13th Regiment, Illinois Cavalry, Company E.
- - 21st Regiment, Illinois Infantry, Company K.
- - 60th Regiment, Illinois Infantry, Company F.
- - 63rd Regiment, Illinois Infantry, Companies A, C, E, and I.
- - 98th Regiment, Illinois Infantry, Companies B, G and H.
- - 130th Regiment, Illinois Infantry, Company H.
- - 136th Regiment, Illinois Infantry (100 days, 1864), Companies C and G.
World War II
- USGenWeb, Richland County, Illinois, (ILGenWeb), WWII Honor List of Dead and Missing
Naturalization
Newspapers and Obituaries
Probate Records
Original estates and wills are held in the office of the Circuit Court Clerk. See Illinois Probate Records for more information about using probate records.
The following abstracts and copies of original records may be accessed through, the Family History Library.
- [No probate record holdings noted in IRAD-EIU Richland County Listing.] Search for Richland County records. Information about how to use IRAD
Copies of original records
- 1841–1917 Probate records FHL film 1312960 (first of 9 films)
- 1855–1938 Will and guardian records FHL first film 1312968 Item 3 (first of 8 films)
Additional Resources
Additional resources for Richland County probates may be found in the Illinois, Richland – Probate topic pages of the Family History Library catalog (FHLC). Copies of records on FHL microfilm and microfiche can be ordered for viewing at Family History Centers. Copies of books found in the FHLC may be found in WorldCat catalog and ordered from your local library through interlibrary loan. Explore how to search the Family History Library Catalog and the Worldcat Online Catalog.
Repositories
County Courthouse
County records are most often kept at the County Courthouse or another local repository. For further information about where the records for Richland County are kept, see the Richland County Courthouse page.
Family History Centers
There are over 4500 Family History Centers worldwide which serve as branch facilities of the Family History Library in Salt Lake City, Utah. Volunteers provide research assistance to help patrons identify their ancestors. Microfilm and microfiche may be ordered from the FHL collection at a nominal cost. Locate your nearest Family History Center at the FamilySearch website. Call ahead to verify operating hours. All are welcome.
The following centers are accessible to residents of Richland County, Illinois:
Centralia Illinois Family History Center
Leafland & 3rd Street
Centralia, Marion, Illinois
Phone: 618-532-3482
Hours: Wednesday 2-6pm
Attention: We have temporarily moved to this new location while our building is being remodeled.
Evansville Indiana Family History Center
8020 E Covert Ave
Evansville, Vanderburgh, Indiana
Phone: 812-471-0191
Hours: First Wednesday of every month 10:00 - 12:00, Tues & Wed evening 6:00 - 8:00; other times by appointment
Closed: Closed Major Holidays
Vincennes Indiana Family History Center
1940 N Old Hwy 41
Vincennes, Knox, Indiana
Phone: 812-882-4022
Hours: T, Thu 9am-12:30pm, 5pm-8:30pm
Closed: Closed 1 1/2 weeks for Christmas
Please note: Addresses posted are not mailing addresses. Due to limited staff, Family History Centers are unable to respond to mail inquiries.
Illinois Regional Archives Depository (IRAD)
The Illinois State Archives administers a system of Illinois Regional Archives Depositories (IRAD) to manage the archival records of local governments. Local governments which have transferred records to the regional depositories include counties, townships, municipalities, and school districts. The records of Richland County come under the jurisdiction of the Eastern Illinois University (EIU) regional depository.
Illinois Regional Archives Depository (IRAD)
Booth Library
Eastern Illinois University (EIU)
600 Lincoln Avenue
Charleston, IL 61920
Telephone: (217) 581-6093
Hours: Monday – Friday, except state holidays
9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.; 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Note: The depository is staffed by graduate student interns. Because of class scheduling conflicts, hours may vary somewhat from the published schedule. Researchers are urged to call before planning a visit.
Public Libraries
Olney Public Library
400 West Main
Olney, IL 62450
618-392-3711
HOURS
Mon-Thurs 10am-7pm
Fri-Sat 10am-5pm
Sun- Closed
Social Groups Online
Societies
Genealogical Society of Southern Illinois has a page with details about its' activities.
Richland County Genealogical and Historical Society
305 North West St.
Olney, IL 62450
Phone: 618-395-7777
Fax: 618-392-3293
Email: jdoan40@hotmail.com
http://www.iecc.edu/occ/lrc/genealogy.html
Located in the Olney Central College Library
Publication: Foot Prints Past and Present
Taxation
Vital Records
See Illinois Vital Records for more information about Vital records in Illinois.
Vital records consist of birth, death, marriage and divorce records. Original birth and death certificates recorded until the year 1916 are kept by the Richland County Clerk while those recorded after 1916 are kept by the Illinois Department of Public Health with a copy to the County Clerk. Original marriage records are usually kept by the County Clerk from the establishment of the county to the present. Original divorce records are generally in the office of the Circuit Court Clerk.
The following abstracts and copies of original records may be accessed through online databases, the Family History Library and the Illinois Regional Archives Depository (IRAD) located at the Eastern Illinois University (EIU) - search for Richland County records. For information on how to use IRAD see the IRAD Wiki page.
Births
Copies of original Records
- 1859-1904 Birth Record, Delayed - IRAD-EIU Search for Richland County records.
- 1877–1916 Index to births IRAD-EIU FHL film 1221094 Item 5 and 1221095 Item 1
- 1877–1972 Birth records book FHL film 1221094 Item 5 and 1221095 Items 2–3
- 1885–1972 Delayed birth record books FHL film 1221095 Items 4 and 1221096 Items 1–2
- 1889-1905 Birth Record - IRAD-EIU Search for Richland County records. How to use IRAD
Marriages
Copies of original Records
- 1840–1950 Marriage records FHL film 1221093 Items 3–4 (first of 2 films)
- 1841–1950 Marriage RecordsIRAD-EIU
- 1841-1950 Marriage Record Index IRAD-EIU FHL film 1221093 Items 1–2
Online Resources
- 1763-1900 Illinois Statewide Marriage Index, 1763-1900
- 1790–1860 Illinois Marriage index found at Ancestry.com ($)
Deaths
Copies of original Records
- 1877–1950 Death Record - IRAD-EIU Search for Richland County records. How to use IRAD FHL film 1221096 Item 4 (first of 4 films)
- 1877–2003 Death Record Index - IRAD-EIU Search for Richland County records.
- 1878–1940 Index of death records FHL film 1221096 Item 3
- 1883–1904 Still Births FHL film 1221741 Item 2
- 1884-1904 Death Record, Stillbirths - IRAD-EIU Search for Richland County records.
Online Resources
- 1916-1950 Database of Illinois Death Certificates, 1916-1950
- Pre-1916 Illinois Statewide Death Index, Pre-1916
- 1850–1885 U.S. Federal Census Mortality Schedules, 1850-1885 found at Ancestry.com ($)
Additional Resources
Additional resources for Richland County births, marriages and deaths may be found in the Illinois, Richland – Vital Records, the topic page of the Family History Library catalog (FHLC). Copies of records on FHL microfilm and microfiche can be ordered for viewing at Family History Centers. Copies of books found in the FHLC may be found in WorldCat catalog and ordered from your local library through interlibrary loan. Explore how to search the Family History Library Catalog and the Worldcat Online Catalog.
Web Sites
Databases pertinent to Richland County
- Local Governmental Records Database IRAD
- Name Index to Illinois Local Governments IRAD
- USGenWeb, Richland County, Illinois (ILGenWeb)
- Family History Library Catalog
- Richland County, Illinois Genealogy and Family History (Linkpendium)
References
- ↑ The Handybook for Genealogists: United States of America,10th ed. (Draper, UT:Everton Publishers, 2002).
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