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===What can I find in them?=== | ===What can I find in them?=== | ||
*Before 1906, a '''declaration of intent'' will give name, the home country, and the date. | *Before 1906, a '''declaration of intent''' will give name, the home country, and the date. | ||
*A petition will give name, date and place of birth, occupation, date and port of arrival, and names of witnesses (frequently relatives). | *A petition will give name, date and place of birth, occupation, date and port of arrival, and names of witnesses (frequently relatives). | ||
*Starting in 1907, the information in the '''petition''' became much more detailed, including: | *Starting in 1907, the information in the '''petition''' became much more detailed, including: | ||