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== How Do I Search This Collection? == | == How Do I Search This Collection? == | ||
Before beginning a search in these records, it is best to know the full name of the individual in question, as well as an approximate time range for the desired record. When entered into the search engine on the Collection Page, this information provides the quickest, most reliable path to finding the correct person. Of course, other information can be substituted as necessary. If you want to restrict records by film number go to the FamilySearch Catalog at [https://familysearch.org/search/catalog/1865481 New Zealand, Archives New Zealand, probate records, 1843-1998] where you can obtain film numbers of desired record by area and date. | Before beginning a search in these records, it is best to know the full name of the individual in question, as well as an approximate time range for the desired record. When entered into the search engine on the Collection Page, this information provides the quickest, most reliable path to finding the correct person. Of course, other information can be substituted as necessary. If you want to restrict records by film number go to the FamilySearch Catalog at [https://familysearch.org/search/catalog/1865481 New Zealand, Archives New Zealand, probate records, 1843-1998] where you can obtain film numbers of desired record by area and date. You will get a list of people whose probate records have been filed during that time and place. | ||
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