About Poor Houses
Jan 13, 2022
When visiting your local court house, it should be remembered that most counties kept a record of poor people and the cost thereof. A search through these old books usually yields a list of names. Other than that, there are other means. Here is a List of the Collection on Georgia Pioneers:
- Abram Widow’s Home, Chatham County, 1860
- Douglas County Paupers 1871–1890
- Emanuel County Poor House, 1835 or 1853
- Savannah Poor House and Hospital, 1850 and 1860
- The Constitution (newspapers) 1885–1900
