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Index cards for naturalizations taking place prior to 1906 typically contain the following information. Not all information is provided on every card. : | Index cards for naturalizations taking place prior to 1906 typically contain the following information. Not all information is provided on every card. : | ||
*Name of the petitioner | *Name of the petitioner | ||
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== How to Use the Record == | == How to Use the Record == | ||
To search the collection you will need to follow this series of links: | |||
⇒Select "Browse" link in the initial search page | |||
⇒Select "Soundex Range" which takes you to the images | |||
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. Keep in mind: | 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. Keep in mind: | ||