Most of us are familiar with Goodspeed's Histories from our research in other areas. Goodspeed didn't get around to writing a history of Marion Co but we have something that is even better than Goodspeed (who charged people a fee to mention them in his books) - we have a man by the name of Silas Turnbo who lived in the area and wrote about the people and happenings of the area. There are over 300 stores about Marion Co and the people of the county that can be searched.

 Before you begin to read or search the writings of Silas Turnbo take a minute and read a bio written by a descendent of his that tells the "real story" of Silas and his writings.

You can read the 300+ stories about Marion County. At this site enter the word "Marion". This will bring up all the stories that relate to Marion Co

You can search for your Surname in all of his 27 volumes of stories.

"This Page Was Last Updated 10/28/09

Linda Haas Davenport