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Illinois, Northern District (Eastern Division), Naturalization Index - FamilySearch Historical Records: Difference between revisions
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To search the collection you will need to follow this series of links: <br>⇒Select "Browse" link in the initial search page <br>⇒Select "Name Range" which takes you to the images. | To search the collection you will need to follow this series of links: <br>⇒Select "Browse" link in the initial search page <br>⇒Select "Name Range" which takes you to the images. | ||
Search the collection by image comparing the information with what you already know about your ancestors to determine which one is your ancestor. You may need to compare the information about more than one person to make this determination | Search the collection by image comparing the information with what you already know about your ancestors to determine which one is your ancestor. You may need to compare the information about more than one person to make this determination. | ||
As you are searching it is helpful to know such information as your ancestor’s given name and surname, some identifying information such as residence and age, and family relationships. Remember that there may be more than one person in the records with the same name as your ancestor and that your ancestor may have used nicknames or different names at different times. | |||
Name indexes make it possible to access a specific record quickly. Check the index for the surname and then the given name. You may need to look at many cards to find the one you are seeking. Remember that these indexes may contain inaccuracies, such as altered spellings, misinterpretations, and optical character recognition errors if the information was scanned. | Name indexes make it possible to access a specific record quickly. Check the index for the surname and then the given name. You may need to look at many cards to find the one you are seeking. Remember that these indexes may contain inaccuracies, such as altered spellings, misinterpretations, and optical character recognition errors if the information was scanned. | ||