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{{FamilySearch_Collection | {{FamilySearch_Collection | ||
|CID= | |CID=CID1807377 | ||
|title=Vermont, Orange County, | |title=Vermont, Orange County, Bradford District Estate Files, 1780-1915 | ||
|CID2= | |CID2=CID1453983 | ||
|title2=Vermont, Orange County, | |title2=Vermont, Orange County, Randolph District Probate Records, 1790-1915 | ||
|location=United States | |location=United States}}<br> | ||
== Record Description == | == Record Description == | ||
The collection for Orange County, Bradford District contains images of probate estate files from the Supreme Court of Vermont. The files are located at the Division of Public Records in Montpelier. The collection is divided into multiple parts, 1780-1800, 1800-1847, 1800-1810 and 1820-1830. | |||
For a list of records by location, alphabet and dates currently published in this collection, select the [https://familysearch.org/search/image/index#uri=https://familysearch.org/records/collection/1807377/waypoints Browse]. | |||
The collection for Orange County, Randoph District contains images of probate estate files located at the Division of Public Records in Middlesex. Each estate file consists of multiple images.The files are arranged by folder number then name. Folders 1-8 cover 1790-1890, folders 9-30 cover 1800-1840, etc. | |||
For a list of records by location, alphabet and dates currently published in this collection, select the [https://familysearch.org/search/image/index#uri=https://familysearch.org/records/collection/1453983/waypoints Browse]. | For a list of records by location, alphabet and dates currently published in this collection, select the [https://familysearch.org/search/image/index#uri=https://familysearch.org/records/collection/1453983/waypoints Browse]. | ||
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{{Collection citation | {{Collection citation | ||
| text = <!--bibdescbegin-->Vermont Division of Public Records | | text = <!--bibdescbegin-->Supreme Court of Vermont. Orange County, Bradford District Estate Files. Division of Public Records, Montpelier, Vermont<!--bibdescend-->}} | ||
| text = <!--bibdescbegin-->Supreme Court of Vermont. Orange County, Randolph District Probate Records. Division of Public Records, Middlesex, Vermont.<!--bibdescend-->}} | |||
[[Vermont, Orange County Records (FamilySearch Historical Records)#Citation_Example_for_a_Record_Found_in_This_Collection|Suggested citation format for a record in this collection.]] | |||
== Record Content == | == Record Content == | ||
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*The name of the deceased | *The name of the deceased | ||
To search the collection you | To search the collection for Bradford District follow this series of links:<br> | ||
⇒ Select the "Browse" link in the initial search page<br> | |||
⇒ Select the "County and District" <br> | |||
⇒ Select the "Box Number, Name Range and Year Range" which takes you to the images<br> | |||
To search the collection for Randolph District follow this series of links:<br> | |||
⇒ Select the "Browse" link in the initial search page<br> | |||
⇒ Select the "County" <br> | |||
⇒ Select the "District" <br> | |||
⇒ Select the "Folder Number,Name Range,Data Range" category which takes you to the images<br> | |||
Look at the images one by one 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. | Look at the images one by one 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. | ||
==== Using the Information ==== | |||
When you have located your ancestor’s record, carefully evaluate each piece of information given. These pieces of information may give you new biographical details that can lead you to other records about your ancestors. Add this new information to your records of each family. | When you have located your ancestor’s record, carefully evaluate each piece of information given. These pieces of information may give you new biographical details that can lead you to other records about your ancestors. Add this new information to your records of each family. | ||
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*Use probate records to identify heirs and relatives. | *Use probate records to identify heirs and relatives. | ||
*Use the document (such as the will) or the recording dates to approximate a death date. | *Use the document (such as the will) or the recording dates to approximate a death date. | ||
*Use the information in the probate record to substitute for civil birth and death records since the probates exist for an earlier time period. | *Use the information in the probate record to substitute for civil birth and death records since the probates exist for an earlier time period. | ||
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*Use the birth date or age along with the residence or place of birth of the deceased to locate census, church, and land records. | *Use the birth date or age along with the residence or place of birth of the deceased to locate census, church, and land records. | ||
*Use the occupations listed to find other types of records such as employment or military records. | *Use the occupations listed to find other types of records such as employment or military records. | ||
==== Tips to Keep in Mind ==== | |||
*Probate records may provide informationn about adoptions or guardianship of any minor children and dependents. | |||
*Compile the entries for every person who has the same surname as the deceased; this is especially helpful in rural areas or if the surname is unusual. | *Compile the entries for every person who has the same surname as the deceased; this is especially helpful in rural areas or if the surname is unusual. | ||
*Continue to search the records to identify children, siblings, parents, and other relatives who may have died in the same county or nearby. This can help you identify other generations of your family or even the second marriage of a parent. Repeat this process for each new generation you identify. | *Continue to search the records to identify children, siblings, parents, and other relatives who may have died in the same county or nearby. This can help you identify other generations of your family or even the second marriage of a parent. Repeat this process for each new generation you identify. | ||
*When looking for a person who had a common name, look at all the entries for the name before deciding which is correct. Keep in mind that wills are more likely to be found in rural communities than in larger cities and industrial areas. | *When looking for a person who had a common name, look at all the entries for the name before deciding which is correct. Keep in mind that wills are more likely to be found in rural communities than in larger cities and industrial areas. | ||
==== Unable to Find Your Ancestor? ==== | |||
*Look for variant spellings of the surnames. | |||
*Look for an index. There are often indexes at the beginning of each volume. Local genealogical and historical societies often have indexes to local records. | |||
*Search the indexes and records of nearby counties. | |||
== Related Websites == | == Related Websites == | ||