Discovering Old Land Surveys in Deeds and Probates

J. Mark Lowe, FUGA
Sep 24, 2025
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Welcome
2m 22s
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Introduction
4m 19s
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Land Office Services Index
8m 52s
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Search for Land Surveys
19m 02s
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USGS Topo Maps
10m 39s
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David Rumsey Maps
10m 39s
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Announcements / prize
2m 55s
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Questions / answers
15m 12s

About this webinar

Early surveys can often resolve issues of burned or unindexed records. Learn how to follow a specific property and the individuals involved, while building a more complete story of that land.

About the speaker

About the speaker

J. Mark Lowe is a professional genealogist, author, and lecturer who specializes in original records and manuscripts throughout the South. Mark lives in Robertson County, Tennessee that lies in northern Middle Tennessee along the Kentucky border.
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    Ellen Sears
    1 day ago

    I am taking the tools you provided to start my research into Canadian land services in Ontario and Alberta. I’m looking forward to what I will find on my family in these parts. Your process is much appreciated. A new dimension added to my family story. Well presented and explained. Thank you.

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    Betty Case
    1 week ago

    BTW, the Lionel Ritchie episode of WDYTYA is one of my all time favorites, I can actually give you details of it to this day. Fascinating story.

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    Betty Case
    1 week ago

    Always enjoy your work! Se detailed and thorough; yet easy to understand. Very motivating presentation style!

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    Carol Harper
    1 week ago

    Spectacular! And a terrific syllabus! Thank you!

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    Linda Bailey
    1 week ago

    Especially enjoyed the examples Marc provided and all the questions and answers afterward. Also glad I have a membership because the syllabus will be very helpful!

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    Chris Hansen
    1 week ago

    Mark reminds us why research is fun! I am inspired by his curiosity and tenacity.

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    Joyce Winters
    1 week ago

    I loved it! So interesting!

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    Terri Ballard
    1 week ago

    I always learn something new when Mark Lowe teaches. Now he’s made me fascinated by processioning and cadastral maps. So glad this one was included in the Webtember series.

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