Massachusetts, Compiled Genealogy, Descendants of Nathaniel Woodward - FamilySearch Historical Records: Difference between revisions
m (Text replacement - "{{Collection_Not_Published}}" to "{{Collection citation}}") |
|||
| Line 57: | Line 57: | ||
|title=Massachusetts, Compiled Genealogy, Descendants of Nathaniel Woodward, 1630-1900 | |title=Massachusetts, Compiled Genealogy, Descendants of Nathaniel Woodward, 1630-1900 | ||
|scheduled= | |scheduled= | ||
}} | }} | ||
=== Image Visibility === | |||
{{Image Visibility}} | |||
== What Can These Records Tell Me? == | == What Can These Records Tell Me? == | ||
The records may include any of the following: | The records may include any of the following: | ||
Revision as of 14:25, 31 March 2020
| Access the Records | |
| This article describes a collection of records scheduled to become available at FamilySearch.org. | |
| Massachusetts, United States | |
| |
| Flag of Massachusetts | |
| |
| Location of Massachusetts | |
| Record Description | |
| Record Type | Genealogy |
| Collection years | 1630-1900 |
| FamilySearch Resources | |
| Related Websites | |
What is in This Collection?[edit | edit source]
The collection consists of a published genealogy entitled, "Some Descendants of Nathaniel Woodward Who Came from England to Boston about 1630." It includes an index and images covering the years 1630 to 1900. These images are courtesy of the New England Historic Genealogical Society.
| You will be able to browse through images in this collection when it is published. |
Image Visibility[edit | edit source]
Whenever possible FamilySearch makes images and indexes available for all users. However, rights to view these data are limited by contract and subject to change. Because of this there may be limitations on where and how images and indexes are available or who can see them. Please be aware some collections consist only of partial information indexed from the records and do not contain any images. For additional information about image restrictions see Restrictions for Viewing Images in FamilySearch Historical Record Collections.
What Can These Records Tell Me?[edit | edit source]
The records may include any of the following:
- Full names of ancestors
- Birth dates and places
- Christening dates and places
- Marriage dates and places
- Death dates and places
- Burial dates and places
- Names of other family members such as parents, spouses and children
- Relationships
- Residences
- Other biographical details
Collection Content[edit | edit source]
Sample Image[edit | edit source]
Sample Page (page 52)
_Sample_Page_(Page_52)_DGS_101460951_60.jpg&filetimestamp=20150516170240&)
How Do I Search This Collection?[edit | edit source]
Before searching this collection, it is helpful to know:
- The name of your ancestor
- The residence of your ancestor
- The birth date of your ancestor
- The names of other family members and their relationships
Search the Index[edit | edit source]
You will be able to search this collection when it is published.View the Images[edit | edit source]
View images in this collection by visiting the Browse Page:
- Select the Book Title to view the images.
=== How Do I Analyze the Results? === (Cut and Paste entire section) Compare each result from your search with what you know to determine if there is a match. This may require viewing multiple records or images. Keep track of your research in a research log.
What Do I Do Next?[edit | edit source]
When you have located your ancestor’s record, carefully evaluate each piece of information given. Download a copy of the record, or extract the genealogical information needed. These pieces of information may give you new biographical details. Add this new information to your records of each family. The information may also lead you to other records about your ancestors.
I Found the Person I Was Looking For, What Now?[edit | edit source]
- Use the event dates and places to find the family in census records
- Use the event dates and places to find the family in church records
- Use the event dates and places to find the family in military records
- Use the event dates and places to find the family in land records
- Use the event dates and places to find the family in additional town and county records
I Can't Find the Person I'm Looking For, What Now?[edit | edit source]
- Look for variant spellings of the names. You should also look for alias names, nicknames and abbreviated names
- Search the indexes and records of nearby localities
- Try alternative search methods such as only filling in the surname search box (or the given name search box) on the landing page leaving the other box empty and then click on search. This should return a list of everyone with that particular name. You could then browse the list for individuals that may be your ancestor
Research Helps[edit | edit source]
The following articles will help you in your research for your family in the state of Massachusetts.
Citing This Collection[edit | edit source]
Citations help you keep track of places you have searched and sources you have found. Identifying your sources helps others find the records you used.
| Collection Citation: The citation for this collection can be found on the Collection Details Page in the section Cite This Collection. |
| Record Citation: When looking at a record, the citation can be viewed by clicking the drop-down arrow next to Document Information. |
| Image Citation: When looking at an image, the citation is found on the Information tab at the bottom left of the screen. |