Bibliographic Records of San Jacinto County, Texas
Over the years, researchers, historians, and local organizations have compiled a wide range of printed materials that document the historical, genealogical, and cultural development of San Jacinto County. These publications, while produced across different decades and by various contributors, offer valuable insight into the public memory and institutional recordkeeping of the region.
Religious Records and Church History
Documentation of church activity has played an important role in preserving the region’s community structure and spiritual life. One such work is:
- Magnolia Baptist Church: Minutes and Membership Rosters, 1918–1945
Author: Patricia Heffron Marburger
Published: 1993
Format: 51 pages
Notes: Includes church registers from a congregation near the Liberty County border. This record offers details of membership and organizational activity over nearly three decades. - Records of the Methodist Episcopal Church South on Trinity Circuit, 1860–1865
Published: 1981
Format: 26 pages
This record captures religious life during the Civil War period and reflects how rural congregations operated in eastern Texas during the mid-19th century.
Cemetery Documentation
Burial records have long served as core resources for genealogical study. Several key titles provide a view into cemetery data from San Jacinto County and neighboring regions.
- San Jacinto County, Texas Cemeteries
Published: 1977
Format: 249 pages
Compiled by: San Jacinto County Historical Commission
This volume compiles cemetery locations and headstone transcriptions gathered throughout the county. - Selected Texas Cemetery Records: Liberty, Chambers, Polk, San Jacinto, and Harris Counties
Published: 1967
Format: 102 pages
Compiled by: Daughters of the American Revolution, Libertad Chapter
This regional work includes entries for San Jacinto County alongside neighboring counties, reflecting broader burial trends across southeastern Texas.
Marriage and Vital Records
Efforts to compile marriage records offer valuable insight into local population history. Two separately published indexes cover similar date ranges and are frequently cited in genealogical research.
- San Jacinto County, Texas, Marriage Records, 1870–1910
Author: Vera Wimberly
Published: 1988
Format: 92 pages
This index provides names, dates, and related information drawn from historical marriage records. - San Jacinto County, Texas, Marriage Records, 1871–1910
Author: Patricia Heffron Marburger
Published: 1986
Format: 81 pages
This volume presents a parallel collection of marriage data from the same era.
Local and Regional Histories
Numerous works have aimed to narrate the broader history of San Jacinto County. These titles blend narrative accounts, local anecdotes, and documentary references.
- Dim Trails and Blurred Footprints: A History of San Jacinto County, Texas
Published: 1982
Format: 168 pages
Compiled by: San Jacinto County Historical Commission
Includes illustrations and an index. Produced in observance of the Texas Sesquicentennial. - San Jacinto County: A Glimpse into the Past
Published: 1980
Format: 96 pages
This publication collects stories, names, and significant local developments. - History of San Jacinto County, 1870–1940
Author: Ruth Hansbro
Published: 1940
Format: 135 pages
Originally submitted as a master’s thesis to Sam Houston State Teachers College. - The Development of the Negro Schools in San Jacinto County, Texas
Author: Ester Varie Elmore
Published: 1950
Format: 52 pages
A master’s thesis submitted to Texas Southern University, focused on educational history during segregation.
Broader Regional Resources
San Jacinto County is frequently included in wider studies of East Texas. The following works demonstrate how county-level information appears within regional publications and archival listings.
- History of Polk County (Volumes 1 & 2)
Published: 1968
Volume I covers the steamboat era on the Trinity River. Volume II documents pioneer life along the Livingston-Woodville Road from 1835 to 1910. - Records of Texas County and District Clerks, 1820–1976
Compiled by: Texas State Library
Published: 1977
This index lists microfilmed public records for multiple counties, including San Jacinto, and outlines their archival locations across Texas institutions.
Natural History and Preservation
Historical documentation also includes accounts of natural preservation efforts and local environmental landmarks.
- History of the Little Thicket Nature Sanctuary
Published: 1962
Compiled by: Outdoor Nature Club, Houston
This short work records the early history of a nature sanctuary located in San Jacinto County, with a focus on conservation and natural education.
Summary
These publications reflect decades of interest in the preservation and interpretation of San Jacinto County’s historical record. Though created at different times and for various purposes, each title contributes to a broader understanding of the region’s social, civic, and genealogical heritage. Their inclusion in local and state-level references underscores the ongoing importance of documenting and remembering the past.