Hi List ! Ive just subscribed specifically to tell you that I found today in an antique store in central Illinois what surely are Original land transfer records. There are 3 large ledger books, about 12 x 20 & 3 " thick, saying Oscoda Co on the binder. I had time to look thru 2 of them, and there are entries from 1850's to 1880's. One appears to be an index, the other, columned entries of Grantor and Grantee. Some of these Grantee's show as United States, Michigan, Auditor General and individuals w/ various hometowns, 2 of which are Detroit and Cleveland. There are columns that refer to other pages and listings, but nothing that appeared obvious as to describing where and how much land was being transferred. I only had a quick look before they closed, but I'll be going back at 12 N CST on Sunday to check out the 3rd ledger. I found out the owner of these is the store owner. The price tag is $127.00 each, but the manager suggested I could make an offer. She also stated that these apparantly were about to be tossed when picked up. My opinion is these should be saved and hopefully by someone or preferably some organization that will be a proper caretaker for all time and in their home location or County. I will endevour to make sure this happens, hopefully at a cost that is reimbursed to me, and without profit. Is anyone interested? Its OK if you want to fwd this to others in the area who may have an interest. Regards, Mike in AZ ( IL for now ) ( a Czech Lister )