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=== Description === | === Description === | ||
The purpose of this task is to add | The purpose of this task is to add an introduction to probate records on Indiana county pages. <br> | ||
This task is beginner task and requires basic experience with copying and pasting in wikitext. <br> | This task is beginner task and requires basic experience with copying and pasting in wikitext. <br> | ||
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7. While in wiki text, copy and paste the following template under the heading Probate Records: | 7. While in wiki text, copy and paste the following template under the heading Probate Records: | ||
:::<nowiki>{{ | :::<nowiki>{{IN Probate Intro}}</nowiki> | ||
8. If there is any other text under the heading, be sure to place the intro template on a separate line before any additional text. | 8. If there is any other text under the heading, be sure to place the intro template on a separate line before any additional text. | ||
9. Save the page. | 9. Save the page. | ||
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11. If any of these links do not work, please contact FamilySearch at the number listed in [[FamilySearch Wiki:Wiki Project Indiana Tasks – Probate Intro#Description|Description]] above. | 11. If any of these links do not work, please contact FamilySearch at the number listed in [[FamilySearch Wiki:Wiki Project Indiana Tasks – Probate Intro#Description|Description]] above. | ||
12. Scroll nearly to the bottom of the page. | 12. Scroll nearly to the bottom of the page. Type a summary sentence in the Summary box saying something like, "Added probate intro". | ||
13. Click on the box "Save Page". The task is complete. <br> | 13. Click on the box "Save Page". The task is complete. <br> | ||
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=== Example of a Completed Section === | === Example of a Completed Section === | ||
Probate is the “court procedure by which a will is proved to be valid or invalid” and encompasses “all matters and proceedings pertaining to the administration of estates, | Probate is the “court procedure by which a will is proved to be valid or invalid” and encompasses “all matters and proceedings pertaining to the administration of estates, guardianship's, etc.”[1] Various types of records are created throughout the probate process. These may include, wills, bonds, petitions, accounts, inventories, administrations, orders, decrees, and distributions. These documents are extremely valuable to genealogists and should not be neglected. In many instances, they are the only known source of relevant information such as the decedent’s date of death, names of his or her spouse, children, parents, siblings, in-laws, neighbors, associates, relatives, and their places of residence. They may also include information about adoption or guardianship of minor children and dependents. | ||
See | See Monroe County Indiana | ||
=== | === County Assignment Chart === | ||
If you are accepting this task: | If you are accepting this task: | ||
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*Thank you! | *Thank you! | ||
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| [[Blackford County, Indiana|Blackford]] | | [[Blackford County, Indiana|Blackford]] | ||
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| [[Carroll County, Indiana|Carroll]] | | [[Carroll County, Indiana|Carroll]] | ||
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| [[Cass County, Indiana|Cass]] | | [[Cass County, Indiana|Cass]] | ||
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| [[Clark County, Indiana|Clark]] | | [[Clark County, Indiana|Clark]] | ||
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| [[Clay County, Indiana|Clay]] | | [[Clay County, Indiana|Clay]] | ||
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| [[Clinton County, Indiana|Clinton]] | | [[Clinton County, Indiana|Clinton]] | ||
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| [[DeKalb County, Indiana|DeKalb]] | | [[DeKalb County, Indiana|DeKalb]] | ||
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| [[Fountain County, Indiana|Fountain]] | | [[Fountain County, Indiana|Fountain]] | ||
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| [[Grant County, Indiana|Grant]] | | [[Grant County, Indiana|Grant]] | ||
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| [[Hancock County, Indiana|Hancock]] | | [[Hancock County, Indiana|Hancock]] | ||
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| [[Jasper County, Indiana|Jasper]] | | [[Jasper County, Indiana|Jasper]] | ||
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| [[Knox County, Indiana|Knox]] | | [[Knox County, Indiana|Knox]] | ||
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| [[La Grange County, Indiana|La Grange]] | | [[La Grange County, Indiana|La Grange]] | ||
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| [[Lawrence County, Indiana|Lawrence]] | | [[Lawrence County, Indiana|Lawrence]] | ||
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| [[Posey County, Indiana|Posey]] | | [[Posey County, Indiana|Posey]] | ||
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| [[Rush County, Indiana|Rush]] | | [[Rush County, Indiana|Rush]] | ||
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| [[Spencer County, Indiana|Spencer]] | | [[Spencer County, Indiana|Spencer]] | ||
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| [[Warren County, Indiana|Warren]] | | [[Warren County, Indiana|Warren]] | ||
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| [[Warrick County, Indiana|Warrick]] | | [[Warrick County, Indiana|Warrick]] | ||
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| [[Wayne County, Indiana|Wayne]] | | [[Wayne County, Indiana|Wayne]] | ||
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Revision as of 11:51, 5 April 2013
WikiProject Indiana 
Wiki Project Indiana Tasks - Probate Records Intro
Description[edit | edit source]
The purpose of this task is to add an introduction to probate records on Indiana county pages.
This task is beginner task and requires basic experience with copying and pasting in wikitext.
New to the wiki?
- See Help to request individual mentoring or to join community discussions.
- See Editing Help – Online Video Demonstration.
- See Editing Articles – Online Class.
Questions about editing this project?
You may wish to print these instructions before you begin editing.
To Print:
- Go to the top right-hand corner of the page within the the white area.
- Locate the word Print or the icon of a printer. Click on the icon.
- Print.
Instructions[edit | edit source]
1. Check the Assignment Chart below to choose a county to edit.
2. Sign up on the Assignment Chart to accept the task. Sign-up instructions are posted with the Assignment Chart below.
3. For each county, you will add information to the county page by editing in wikitext. Read the general instructions then follow the wikitext link to continued task directions about using wikitext to edit this project.
- If you have questions about editing, go to wiki help links under the heading Description.
4. Mark the Assignment Chart below to indicate you have finished the task.
5. Also, report your finished task on the Ohio FamilySearch Completed Task Google Form. Follow the instructions on the Google form. This step is important for documenting completed wiki volunteer work. Thank you!
Wikitext Editing Instructions[edit | edit source]
1. Click on your chosen county name in the Assignment Chart. This will take you to your county page.
2. Login to the FamilySearch wiki using your FamilySearch login name and password. Find the sign-in area in the top right-hand corner of the page.
3. Scroll to the heading Probate Records.
4. Open the Probate Records heading for editing by clicking on the pen in square on the right-hand side of the page, opposite the heading title.
5. Click on the word wikitext in the toolbox at the top left of the edit box.
6. Place your cursor immediately after the heading Probate Records and strike the enter key on your keyboard.
7. While in wiki text, copy and paste the following template under the heading Probate Records:
- {{IN Probate Intro}}
8. If there is any other text under the heading, be sure to place the intro template on a separate line before any additional text.
9. Save the page.
10. Click on the blue links you just added.
- a. FamilySearch Books
- b. Indiana Probate Records
11. If any of these links do not work, please contact FamilySearch at the number listed in Description above.
12. Scroll nearly to the bottom of the page. Type a summary sentence in the Summary box saying something like, "Added probate intro".
13. Click on the box "Save Page". The task is complete.
14. Follow the directions in the Assignment Chart section below to report your completed task.
Example of Completed Heading[edit | edit source]
From 1797 or the creation of the county, probate records were held by the Court of Common Pleas. After 1852, records are held by the {{{1}}} County Probate Court. See Ohio Probate Records for information about how to use probate records.
Example of a Completed Section[edit | edit source]
Probate is the “court procedure by which a will is proved to be valid or invalid” and encompasses “all matters and proceedings pertaining to the administration of estates, guardianship's, etc.”[1] Various types of records are created throughout the probate process. These may include, wills, bonds, petitions, accounts, inventories, administrations, orders, decrees, and distributions. These documents are extremely valuable to genealogists and should not be neglected. In many instances, they are the only known source of relevant information such as the decedent’s date of death, names of his or her spouse, children, parents, siblings, in-laws, neighbors, associates, relatives, and their places of residence. They may also include information about adoption or guardianship of minor children and dependents.
See Monroe County Indiana
County Assignment Chart[edit | edit source]
If you are accepting this task:
- 1. Sign in to the wiki at the upper right-hand corner of this page. Use your FamilySearch account username and password.
- 2. Open the Assignment Chart for editing by clicking on the check mark in the box at the right opposite the Assignment Table heading.
- 3. Place your cursor in the box under the heading Name/Date Task Accepted and opposite your county of choice.
- 4. Not all counties are included in the chart below. If your county is not listed, this task is not needed for your county.
- 5. Type 4 tildes (~). This symbol is located on the upper left-hand part of your keyboard, next to the number 1. The ~~~~ is an electronic signature and will leave your user name and date when you signed.
- 6. Scroll nearly to the bottom of the page. Add a summary sentence in the Summary box saying something like, "Selected Adams County for adding Probate intro".
- 7. Click on the box "Save Page".
- 8. You are now signed up to complete this task.
If you are completing this task:
- Follow the same instructions as accepting the task, except place your cursor in the correct county box under the heading Date Completed. Change your summary sentence to something like, "Completed Adams County for probate intro."
- Thank you!
Counties Assignment Chart[edit | edit source]
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