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| FS_URL_01 = [[South Africa Genealogy]]
| FS_URL_02 = [[South Africa Websites]]
| FS_URL_03 = [[Western Cape Province, South Africa Genealogy]]
| FS_URL_04 = [[Eastern Cape Province, South Africa Genealogy]]
| FS_URL_05 = [[Northern Cape Province, South Africa Genealogy]]
| FS_URL_06 = [[South Africa Probate Records]]
| FS_URL_07 = [[South Africa Cemeteries]]
| FS_URL_08 = [[South Africa Civil Registration]]
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| RW_URL_01 = [http://home.global.co.za/~mercon/index.htm South African Genealogy]
| RW_URL_02 = [https://www.cyndislist.com/south-africa/ Cyndi's List - South Africa]
| RW_URL_03 = [https://www.findagrave.com/cemetery/search?locationId=country_64&orderby=memorials&page=1#cem-2306728 Find a Grave - South Africa]
| RW_URL_04 = [http://genealogyintime.com/records/Africa-genealogy-records.html GenealogyInTime Magazine]
| RW_URL_05 = [http://www.e-family.co.za/cdni/cdni_index.htm Cape Master Death Notice Index]
| RW_URL_06 = [http://www.eggsa.org/librarySearch/searchGraves.htm Genealogical Society of SA - Graves]
| RW_URL_07 = [http://www.genza.org.za/biblio/main.php Genealogical Society of SA - Funeral Programs]
| RW_URL_08 = [http://www.e-family.co.za/cdni/cdni_index.htm Cape Master Death Notice Index]
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== What is in This Collection? ==
This collection includes records from 1834-1989. Probate records often include heirs, locations, property transfers, wills, and other important information. The most useful records in the collection are the death notices which give much more information than a death certificate. The probate records are contained in packets with a record cover identified by an assigned file number.
When a person died, the nearest relative or other connection should have completed a death notice and sent it to the Master of the High Court within 14 days of the death. 


== What is in the Collection? ==
This collection includes several handwritten and typed indexes. You can use these lists to quickly scan for your ancestor’s name and where his or her records are located. The index includes the name of the person who died, the death dates, the name of the spouse, and the probate file number. The death notices and wills included in the probate files are hand-written. The death notices are on a pre-printed form.  
This collection includes records from 1834-1989 and are in both English and Afrikaans. For translation use the following helps:
*[[Afrikaans Word List]]
*[https://translate.google.com/ Google Translate]


South African probate records often include heirs, locations, property transfers, wills, and other important information. The most useful records in the collection are the death notices which give much more information than a death certificate. The probate records are contained in packets with a record cover identified by an assigned file number.
When a person died, the nearest relative or other connection should have completed a death notice and sent it to the Master of the High Court within 14 days of the death. 
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The original probate records from the Master of the High Court in Cape Province, South Africa are located in the Cape Archives Depot, Cape Town.
The original probate records from the Master of the High Court in Cape Province, South Africa are located in the Cape Archives Depot, Cape Town.


== Collection Content ==  
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=== Index and Image Visibility ===
Image:South Africa Cape Province Probate Records of The Master High Court DGS 007739210 Image 52.jpg|Death Notice
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Image:South Africa Cape Province Probate Records of The Master High Court DGS 007739210 Image 53.jpg|Will Page 1
Image:South Africa Cape Province Probate Records of The Master High Court DGS 007739210 Image 54.jpg|Will Page 2
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'''Death notices''' within the probate records contain different information at different times but may include variations of the following:  
=== Reading These Records ===
These records are in Afrikaans and English. For help reading these records see:
*[[Afrikaans Word List]]
*[[Netherlands Language and Languages]]
*[[South Africa Language and Languages]]
== What Can These Records Tell Me? ==
The following information may be found in these records:
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*Name of the deceased  
*Name of the deceased  
*Birthplace of the deceased  
*Birthplace of the deceased  
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*Whether the deceased left a will  
*Whether the deceased left a will  
*Name of the informant
*Name of the informant
== How Do I Search the Collection? ==
This collection includes several handwritten and typed indexes. You can use these lists to quickly scan for your ancestor’s name and where his or her records are located. The index includes the name of the person who died, the death dates, the name of the spouse, and the probate file number. The death notices and wills included in the probate files are hand-written. The death notices are on a pre-printed form.
===Search the Collection===
'''To search by index:'''<br>
Fill in the requested information in the boxes on the initial search page. This search will return a list of possible matches. Compare the information about the individuals in the list to what you already know about your ancestors to determine if this is the correct family or person. You may need to look at the information on several individuals comparing the information about them to your ancestors to make this determination. 
'''To browse by image:'''<br>
⇒Select “Browse through images” on the initial collection page <br>
⇒Select the appropriate “Description” which takes you to the images<br>
Look at each image comparing the information with what you already know about your ancestors to determine if the image relates to them. You may need to look at several images and compare the information about the individuals listed in those images to your ancestors to make this determination.
===Tips to Keep In Mind===
*Use the death notice to identify the spouse and parents. 
*Use the death notice to identify dates and places of birth for listed family members. 
*Use the death notice to determine specific localities where ancestors lived. 
*Use the probate records, such as the will, to identify additional family members. 
*The probate record may contain an inventory of personal property, and a list of who received the property.
*Read the information carefully for clues.
*Check for siblings, especially women, to determine if they married. 
*Be aware that there may have been some transcription errors.
*Look for variant spellings of the names. You should also look for alias names, nicknames and abbreviated names.
*Try different ways of searching the collection. For example, fill in just the given name or the surname. This will return a list of everyone with that name so you can browse through options. 
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.
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== Related Websites ==
*This article covers details about [http://archiver.rootsweb.ancestry.com/th/read/CORNISH/2005-10/1129185987 historic South African death notices]
* [http://homepages.paradise.net.nz/golden/A%20Guide%20to%20research%20in%20South%20Africa.htm ]
*[[South Africa Websites]]
== Related Wiki Articles ==
*[[Africa Historic Maps]]
*[[South Africa, Dutch Reformed Church Registers (FamilySearch Historical Records)]]
*[[South Africa, Methodist Parish Registers (FamilySearch Historical Records)]]
*[[South Africa, Reformed Church Records (FamilySearch Historical Records)]]
*[[South Africa, Transvaal, Estate Files (FamilySearch Historical Records)]]
== How You Can Contribute ==
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==Citations for This Collection==
Citing your sources makes it easy for others to find and evaluate the records you used. When you copy information from a record, list where you found that information. Here you can find citations already created for the entire collection and for each individual record or image.
'''Collection Citation''':<br>
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== Collection Content ==
=== Sample Images ===
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Image:South Africa, Cape Province Probate Records 1947 DGS 007739210 img 00052.jpg|1947 Death Notice
Image:South Africa Cape Province Probate Records of The Master High Court 007739210 00053.jpg|1947 Will Page 1
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=== Digital Folder Number List ===
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== How Do I Search This Collection? ==
Before searching this collection, it is helpful to know:
*The name of the deceased
*Location of residence upon death
=== Search The Index ===
{{Search Collection Link
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=== View the Images ===
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{{HR Tip|More images are available in the FamilySearch Catalog at [https://familysearch.org/search/catalog/331262 Probate Records, 1834-1989]. Click on camera icon to see images.}}
=== How Do I Analyze the Results? ===
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 [[Use_Appropriate_Forms#Prepare_a_Research_Log |research log]].
== What Do I Do Next? ==
=== I Found the Person I Was Looking For, What Now? ===
*Add any new information to your records
*If available, check the image for additional information
*Analyze the entry to see if it provides additional clues to find other records of the person or their family
=== I Can’t Find the Person I’m Looking For, What Now? ===
*The person may be recorded with an abbreviated or variant form of their name
*Try searching by surname only
*Remember that spelling was generally not standardized until the early part of the 20th century
=== Research Helps ===
The following articles will help you research your family in [[South Africa Genealogy|South Africa]].
*[[South Africa Record Finder]]
*[[South Africa Finding Town of Origin]]
== Citing This Collection ==
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.
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This article describes a collection of records at FamilySearch.org.
Cape Province, South Africa
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Record Description
Record Type: Probate Records
Collection years: 1834-1989
Languages: Afrikaans and English
FamilySearch Resources
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Archive
Pietermaritzburg Archives (Formerly Natal State Archives), South Africa


What is in This Collection?

This collection includes records from 1834-1989. Probate records often include heirs, locations, property transfers, wills, and other important information. The most useful records in the collection are the death notices which give much more information than a death certificate. The probate records are contained in packets with a record cover identified by an assigned file number. When a person died, the nearest relative or other connection should have completed a death notice and sent it to the Master of the High Court within 14 days of the death.

This collection includes several handwritten and typed indexes. You can use these lists to quickly scan for your ancestor’s name and where his or her records are located. The index includes the name of the person who died, the death dates, the name of the spouse, and the probate file number. The death notices and wills included in the probate files are hand-written. The death notices are on a pre-printed form.

The original probate records from the Master of the High Court in Cape Province, South Africa are located in the Cape Archives Depot, Cape Town.

Additional records and/or images may be added to this collection in the future.

Index and Image Visibility

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.

Reading These Records

These records are in Afrikaans and English. For help reading these records see:

What Can These Records Tell Me?

The following information may be found in these records:

  • Name of the deceased
  • Birthplace of the deceased
  • Age of the deceased
  • Names of the deceased’s parents
  • Occupation of the deceased
  • Names of surviving or deceased spouses (with death date) if any
  • Date and place of death
  • Names of the children of the deceased
  • Whether the deceased owned property
  • Whether the deceased left a will
  • Name of the informant

Collection Content

Sample Images

  • 1947 Death Notice

    1947 Death Notice

  • 1947 Will Page 1

    1947 Will Page 1

  • 1947 Will Page 2

    1947 Will Page 2

Digital Folder Number List

This collection was published as a DGS browse collection. The list does not contain any description of the DGS folder's content. A table listing each DGS number and its contents can be found at South Africa, Cape Province, Probate Records of the Master of the High Court Digital Folder Number List.

How Do I Search This Collection?

Before searching this collection, it is helpful to know:

  • The name of the deceased
  • Location of residence upon death

Search The Index

Search by name on the Collection Details Page.
  1. Fill in the search boxes in the Search Collection section with the information you know
  2. Click Search to show possible matches

View the Images

To view images in this collection:
  1. Look at the South Africa, Cape Province, Probate Records of the Master of the High Court Digital Folder Number List article to determine the folder/film number for the images you want to see
  2. Go to the Browse Page
  3. Select the Film number to view the images
Tip
 More images are available in the FamilySearch Catalog at Probate Records, 1834-1989. Click on camera icon to see images.

How Do I Analyze the Results?

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?

I Found the Person I Was Looking For, What Now?

  • Add any new information to your records
  • If available, check the image for additional information
  • Analyze the entry to see if it provides additional clues to find other records of the person or their family

I Can’t Find the Person I’m Looking For, What Now?

  • The person may be recorded with an abbreviated or variant form of their name
  • Try searching by surname only
  • Remember that spelling was generally not standardized until the early part of the 20th century

Research Helps

The following articles will help you research your family in South Africa.

Citing This Collection

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.
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