Re: Paulyne & Chuck
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chuck rutherford 12/20/04
Hi Chuck,
Thanks I look forward to getting the book.
The missing marriages make me think about the common marriage laws.
Some had no opportunity to marry by the church.
Many had common law marriages which in some states are recognised.
Lay preachers were the only religious leaders many had.
No formal training and if he married a couple in front of witness's no certificate was needed.
States vary on this law but in Texas I know common law marriages are excepted.
I have been a notary for 40 years and many have brought me a common law marriage certficate to notorize.
In olden days I am sure they didn't bother about a piece of paper.
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chuck rutherford 12/21/04
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Paulyne Rutherford Taylor 12/21/04
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