1830 Mississippi Census Author:Irene S & Norman E Gillis This census was compiled from a microfilm copy of the original schedules. The degree of clearness of the film varied from very poor to excellent. Also, the legibility of the handwriting and the accuracy of spelling varied considerably. The copying was done with a high degree of care. Nevertheless, it is certain that some errors were made because... more » of the dim image or poor handwriting and spelling on the original schedules. The Pike County census originals have been lost and it was impossible to locate a copy. To partially compensate, a microfilm copy of the 1831 tax list for Pike County was secured and included in the appendix. Persons identified as residents of the Indian nation and included with the Simpson County returns have been included on a separate list in the appendix rather than being shown as residents of Simpson County.« less