Tennessee, Humphreys County Records - FamilySearch Historical Records

What Is in the Collection?
This collection includes records from 1790-1945.

These records include images of Chancery Court case files, probate, probate chancery dockets, revenue docket books, and school board reports (school census) located in Waverly.

What Can This Collection Tell Me?
The following information may be found in these records: • 2

How Do I Search the Collection?
Before searching this collection, it is helpful to know:
 * The names of interested individuals involved in the court case
 * The place of residence
 * The approximate date of the court case

How Do I Analyze the Results?
Compare each result from your search with what you know to determine if there is a match. This may require viewing multiple records or images. Keep track of your research in a research log.

I Found the Person I Was Looking For, What Now?

 * Add any new information to your records
 * If available, check the image for additional information
 * Analyze the entry to see if it provides additional clues to find other records of the person or their family

I Can’t Find the Person I’m Looking For, What Now?

 * Try searching by surname only
 * The person may be recorded with an abbreviated or variant form of their name
 * Remember that spelling was generally not standardized until the early part of the 20th century

Research Helps
The following articles will help you in your research for your family in the state of Tennessee.
 * Tennessee Guided Research
 * Tennessee Record Finder
 * Tennessee Research Tips and Strategies
 * Step-by-Step Research

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