You can search for property records and property ownership information online, in person, or over the phone with a 311 representative. The Office of Wayne County Register of Deeds records various types of documents, mostly relating to interests and transfers of property.The mission of the Office of Register of Deeds is to provide an easily accessible, accurate and timely archival database of the county land records. Washington Heights is a neighborhood in the northern part of the borough of Manhattan in New York City. It is named for Fort Washington. I have cleaned mine for years using clear detergent and water solution. The Recorder of Deeds Office is the custodian of the records and indexes relating to conveyance of land or the transfer of real property in the County. The clerk will fill it out for you. Wash thoroughly with soap and water after handling. Making the water-glass test described and set out in the findings of fact herein with.