I would like to second Andrew's great suggestion for those who might have the opportunity to go through these lists. I did so at the Archives in Dover several years ago, and found them immensely valuable. The actual entries are often very descriptive. A couple examples of my ancestors: 1803 Nanticoke Hundred George Newbold "Valuation of George Newbold: 145 acres; 1 mare; 2 colts; 1 cow & calf; 1 sow & 10 shoats; 7 sheep." Tax $934. 1803 Dagsboro Hundred Francis Newbold "Valuation of Francis Newbold: 150 acres; 1 mare; 2 pair steers; 1 cow & calf; 3 sheep; 1 sow & pig." Tax $409. 1815 Nanticoke Hundred Francis Newbold "No land. Only personal poll tax applied." Tax $144. Review of these lists enabled me to track movements [I found both George and Francis in both Dagsboro and Nanticoke Hundreds]; enhance understanding of land ownership as found in Sussex land transactions [for instance, land sales by Francis Newbold in 1813 and 1815 -- the 1815 Tax list revealed he had no more land taxable]; and get a general idea of the relative wealth of the individuals I was interested in. I'm surprised that someone has not yet transcribed these lists into a publishable form. I seem to remember that the Del Genealogical Society had started such a project some time ago, but I never heard if it ever got anywhere. Anyway --- highly recommend anyone with Sussex ancestors between the dates these lists cover to review these if possible. Great source! Cree Newbold Franklin TN -----Original Message----- From: [email protected] [mailto:[email protected]] On Behalf Of [email protected] Sent: Tuesday, June 29, 2010 9:39 PM To: [email protected] Subject: Re: [LDR] Nabb Center Pursuant to what Elizabeth suggested, I spent a great deal of time this past winter (at home; at night) going through the Sussex County Tax Lists contained in Microfilm Rolls 001 - 008, purchased from the DE Archives, which covered the period from ~ 1767 through ~ 1861. I found them extremely helpful in placing people, and especially enjoyed and found helpful the occasional tax assessor's comment like "gon to sea" or "moved to Ohio" or "gon to Caintucky" or "died". I was lucky to have found many entries on the people I was researching, and highly recommend their use (to those who have very good eyes, and lots of time). As I went through the films, I kept a running list of which of what was on each roll, in order. I'd be happy to email this to anyone who is interested. Andrew Huston In a message dated 6/29/2010 8:47:14 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, [email protected] writes: Is the microfilm at Nabb organized in any way? Could I go there and search only in a specific area? Or do I have to go through everything in there until I get to what I am looking for? I know my Lynches were from around the Selbyville/Milford/Roxana area per a conversation with my grandfather (who was born in Clarkesville) many years ago. I want to search the tax records, I guess. I can't find any evidence that they owned any land but I know they farmed and I am sure they had to pay taxes. I cannot figure out any other way to look for them. So far, there is nothing. Any suggestions? Thanks for any input, Teresa *************************************** QUESTIONS about POSTING GUIDELINES, SUBSCRIBING or UNSUBSCRIBING? Visit The Lower DelMarVa Roots Mailing List FAQ: http://www.tyaskin.com/handley/ldrfaq.htm ------------------------------- To unsubscribe from the list, please send an email to [email protected] with the word 'unsubscribe' without the quotes in the subject and the body of the message *************************************** QUESTIONS about POSTING GUIDELINES, SUBSCRIBING or UNSUBSCRIBING? Visit The Lower DelMarVa Roots Mailing List FAQ: http://www.tyaskin.com/handley/ldrfaq.htm ------------------------------- To unsubscribe from the list, please send an email to [email protected] with the word 'unsubscribe' without the quotes in the subject and the body of the message