Poll books 1696 1872 (9 resultados)

Paperback. Condición: New. Second Edition. Sticker residue on back cover. This is NOT the current edition. . 60 pages.

Soft cover. Condición: New. Until 1872, when the secret ballot was introduced, voting was a public matter, and a record of just how people voted was frequently published. Going back to the 1690s, poll books list the names and parishes of the voters, often noting their occupations and voting qualifications, with their choice of candidate. Genealogists find these poll books indispensable because they identify individuals by parish, thus pointing the way to the location of other invaluable records. This guide lists concisely the location of all known printed and manuscript poll books in public repositories throughout England, Wales, and Scotland. 56 pp. [2188-G].…

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Clean, tight ephemeris in fine paper wraps. "A Directory to Holdings in Great Britain". 8vo, 56pp.

paperback. Condición: Very Good. Federation of Family History Societies, Birmingham, c.1990, 5-3/4"x8-1/4", staple-bound wraps, 60pp., VG $.

Condición: Very Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Softcover. Condición: Very Good. Estado de la sobrecubierta: N/A. 3rd Edition. Third edition. 56pp, with two maps in text. Laminated, illustrated stiff card covers. 8vo. Mild edge wear to card covers, two small stickers on the upper panel and a rather gaudy but not too large ownership stamp on the title page, else neat, clean, bright and tight. Poll books are simply lists of voter's names, recording the candidates for whom they voted (polled) in English elections. Until the introduction of the secret ballot in 1872, voters had to attend in person and publicly state their vote and, increasingly over time, those records - the poll books - became a matter of public record.…

Paperback. Condición: Used; Very Good. ***Simply Brit*** Welcome to our online used book store, where affordability meets great quality. Dive into a world of captivating reads without breaking the bank. We take pride in offering a wide selection of used books, from classics to hidden gems, ensuring there is something for every literary palate. All orders are shipped within 24 hours and our lightning fast-delivery within 48 hours coupled with our prompt customer service ensures a smooth journey from ordering to delivery. Discover the joy of reading with us, your trusted source for affordable books that do not compromise on quality.…

stiff paper wrappers. small 8vo. stiff paper wrappers. 56 pages. Third U.S. edition. This guide lists concisely the location of all known printed and manuscript poll books in public repositories throughout England, Wales, and Scotland. Until 1872, when the secret ballot was introduced, voting was a public matter, and a record of just how people voted was frequently published. Going back to the 1690s, poll books list the names and parishes of the voters, often noting their occupations and voting qualifications, with their choice of candidate. Genealogists find these poll books indispensable because they identify individuals by parish, thus pointing the way to the location of other invaluable records.…