Microfilmed copies of Rapides Parish Marriages, Deeds and Probate Files and their indexes [various date span for each type of index, but 1864 to at least 1905 for most] [the actual records that were filmed also vary widely; Deeds & Probates 1864- ca 1900; Marriages 1864- ca 1926] are available on loan from the Family History Library in Salt Lake City, Utah and can be sent to your area's nearest Family History Center research library. You must view the microfilm at their facilities. Rental Fee is $3.25 per roll. Happy Hunting ! Houston