Genealogy

 
The library offers limited genealogy searches, such as obituary requests,  for a minimum fee of $8.00 to cover staff time and copying. Search requests should be made in writing and either mailed or sent by e-mail to the library.  See Contact Us.  Payment to the library is required to receive the information by mail or scan.
 
The microfilm from our collection of Lawrence County newspapers has been converted to digital files which can be searched online.  Just click the link below, labeled “Newspaper Archives”. We have the following newspapers:
 
Daily Record                            1922-2016
Sumner Press                          1882-1972
Lawrence County News           1897-1962
Lawrenceville Republican        1870-1879
Rural Republican                     1874-1901
Lawrence Co. Coroner             1870-1943
Office
 
 
 

Newspaper Archives

Library Genealogy Materials List

Heritage Quest

Other Community Resources:

Lawrence County Historical  Society 

 
The County Clerk’s Office has death records going back to 1878.  For more information contact: 
 
County Clerk’s Office
Lawrence County Courthouse
1100 State Street
Lawrenceville, IL  62439  
(618) 943-2346.