Randolph County, Virginia, Federal Census of 1810

Randolph County, Virginia, Federal Census of 1810
Author: John Vogt
Publisher:
Total Pages: 12
Release: 2008
Genre: Randolph County (Va.)
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Previous census statistics, (1790, 1800), for most of Virginia were lost hence, this 1810 census is the first real glimpse we have. It is useful in identifying the locality to be searched for other types of records for a named individual or family However, the accuracy of the data is not known as the information may not have been factual when gotten from a family member or servant. It is also not complete as some homes were missed, families not present and many people were suspicious of federal authority and the census as a possible tax ruse, refused outright to participate. Also transcriptions when copies were made could have contained errors.

Index to the 1810 Census of Virginia

Index to the 1810 Census of Virginia
Author:
Publisher: Genealogical Publishing Com
Total Pages: 392
Release: 1980
Genre: History
ISBN:

This Index to the 1810 Census of Virginia is a model reference work. The index itself, of course, consists of an alphabetical list of the heads of households in the 1810 federal census of Virginia--85,000 persons--with tabular entries showing county of residence and the page number of the census schedule. In addition, this work contains an informative Introduction, which sets forth a statement of methodology, suggestions for the researcher in dealing with irregular spellings and transcriptions, and a description of the contents of the original census returns. Following the Introduction are two tables that further describe the mechanics of the index and supply information that might prove useful to the researcher. Note: Enumerations of the following counties are missing: Cabell, Grayson, Greenbrier, Halifax, Hardy, Henry, James City, King William, Lee, Louisa, Mecklenburg, Nansemond, Northampton, Orange, Patrick, Pittsylvania, Russell, and Tazewell.