Oregon Historical County Records Guide
Columbia County Records Inventory
Dower Records
1905-1942
Series documents the division of property to be awarded to the widow or widower of a deceased spouse as determined by commissioners appointed by the county court. Information includes a description of the division of land based on survey results, commissioners' names, and report and recording dates. Reports may also include surveyor's names and fees charged.
Records at the Columbia County Courthouse, Basement Vault:
Record [County Court-includes primarily admeasurement of
dower], 1905-1942 (1 volume).