Guide to the Sweetwater County Clerk records

Collection

Identifier: RG1086

Staff Only

Scope and Content

This record group contains records created by the county clerk's office and may include records relating to county government administration, county commissioners, budgets and receiving books, elections and appointments, land ownership, brands, county contracts and agreements, corporation and business records, marriages registered with the county, community welfare, motor vehicle titles, and cartographic records.

Dates

1868-1969

Creator

Sweetwater County (Wyo.). Clerk (Organization)

Language of Materials

English

Access Restrictions

The collection is open for research though some record types may be restricted. See notes in the container list.

Boxes may be stored off-site. Please contact staff to ensure availablity during your visit.

Copy Restrictions

Limited duplication of print materials allowed for research purposes. User is responsible for all copyright compliance.

Historical Note

The county clerk's office manages records relating to county government administration, real estate transactions, corporations, marriages, elections, road and bridge maintenance, and motor vehicle registrations. Prior to 1909, livestock brands were registered at the county level. Historically, counties were also responsible for the welfare of their citizens and often oversaw early efforts to financially assist the poor, mentally ill and elderly.

Extent

38 cubic feet approximately + 60 volumes

Additional Description

Abstract

Records of the Sweetwater County Clerk.

Arrangement

Arranged by record type. See container list for more information.

Acquisition Information

Transferred from Sweetwater County Clerk's office.

Alternate Formats Available

Selected records available on microfilm at the Wyoming State Archives, as noted in the container list. Selected records have been digitized and are linked within the container list.

Related Material

RG1210, Carter County Clerk Records, Wyoming State Archives.

Additional records created by the Sweetwater County Clerk are still with the Clerk's Office.

Additional records created by the Sweetwater County Clerk are available at the Sweetwater County Museum in Green River, Wyoming.