Walker County AL

Alabama Mortality Census Records

1850 Madison County Alabama Mortality Schedule optimized

The 1850, 1860, 1870, 1880, and 1885 censuses included inquiries about persons who had died in the twelve months immediately preceding the enumeration. The 1850, 1960, 1870, and 1880 mortality census for Alabama all survived. Mortality schedules list deaths from 1 June through 31 May of 1849–50, 1859–60, 1869–70, 1879–80, and 1884–85. They provide nationwide, state-by-state death registers that predate the recording of vital statistics in most states. While deaths are under-reported, the mortality schedules remain an invaluable source of information.

Alabama Land Cessions Map

Alabama Land Cessions Map

The Alabama Land Cessions map, created by A. Hoen Company in 1896, documents 16 specific land cessions made through treaties and agreements between the United States and various Native American tribes prior to that year. It serves as a reference for Charles C. Royce’s compilation of Indian land cessions across the U.S., providing insights into historical land negotiations involving the Choctaws, Cherokees, and Chickasaws. Each cession is linked to treaties, detailing boundaries and land relinquishments throughout Alabama.

Slave Narrative of Martha King

Martha King, an 85-year-old former slave from McAlester, Oklahoma, recounts her experiences during and after the Civil War. She recalls the day her master declared freedom for his slaves, though many, including herself, chose to stay due to fear and uncertainty. Her family history includes her grandmother’s capture from Africa and her own sale at a young age. King describes her life on the plantation, working with her family and attending church, and reflects on the emotional toll of separation during the war.

Walker County, Alabama Census Records

This page provides links to online census resources for Walker County, Alabama, during the years of 1830-1930. Available records may include federal, state, or special censuses, with transcriptions, indexes, or images depending on source. External sites supply the data for each census year.

Walker County, Alabama Cemetery Records

This page lists known online cemetery transcriptions, burial records, and gravestone images for Walker county in Alabama. Resources vary by cemetery and may include full surveys, partial records, mapping, or photographs. Links lead to external sites providing the available data.