☙ Print
rather than write – you may like to use block capitals to highlight surnames.
☙ Pick
a format and stick with it. For example, if you prefer to put the surname
first, be consistent.
☙ Use
pencil when adding information to charts, then go over it in black ink (for
permanence) once you’ve confirmed it as accurate.
☙ Write
names out in full if known – avoid abbreviating for speed’s sake as you may not
remember what the abbreviation stands for!
☙ ALWAYS
record a married woman’s details using her maiden name, if known. Don’t be
tempted to fill in a blank space with her married name, as this can be
confusing.
☙ Record dates in a clear format – e.g. 8 Oct 1840 rather than 8/10/40
which can be interpreted in more than one way.
☙ Write
places with smallest area first – parish, county, country – with any farm names
or townships before the parish.
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The next mini-class will cover identifying record sources.
Great tips. I particularly like the pencil then ink tip. I feel like that would make the information easier to remember.
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