Box 04

Abstract

Records of the Jackson County Abstract Company including Abstracts of Title, and Patent documents for properties in the Ashland, Oregon area.

Scope and Contents The real estate documents begin in 1865, with the Donation Land Claim to Robert B. and Martha W. Hargadine, and continue with many changes of ownership. Included are court documents regarding Robert B. Hargadine's will, probate, and the guardianship of the minor children, as well as the distribution of his property after his death in 1877. Martha W. Hargadine, with Alanson P. and Emma J. Hammon, created a community called the Hargadine Tract in 1888, for the City of Ashland. The records show...

Scope and Contents The first abstract document begins with a Land Donation Claim from the United States to William H. Jaquett dated 1872. The property had many owners between 1872 and 1908. Also, in this abstract are documents regarding Mary F. Benson's will and estate, including the final settlement. Jacob O. C. and Nancy A. Wimer sold the property to Josephine Benson in 1899. The Woolen Addition was established at Wimer Street and Chestnut Avenue. A map is included. The last owners listed in this deed are...

Scope and Contents The real estate documents begin with the Donation Land Claim from the United States to Hiram E. Spencer, dated 1872. There have been many owners of the land throughout the years. In 1896 The Hoyt Brothers Lumber and Coal Co. purchased a portion. Arthur W. Ellis purchased a piece of the property using his World War Veterans' benefits in 1929. Also included are court documents regarding unpaid taxes, the divorce and custody of Alice and William Black, a satisfaction of Judgement, and probate...