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4. Visit the [http://www.familysearch.org/eng/library/FHL/frameset_library.asp Family History Library], or one of its 4,500 satellite [http://www.familysearch.org/eng/library/FHC/frameset_fhc.asp family history centers] worldwide, and obtain a copy of the probate record from microfilm. | 4. Visit the [http://www.familysearch.org/eng/library/FHL/frameset_library.asp Family History Library], or one of its 4,500 satellite [http://www.familysearch.org/eng/library/FHC/frameset_fhc.asp family history centers] worldwide, and obtain a copy of the probate record from microfilm. | ||
Before looking for a will, search the comprehensive and county-wide [http:// | Before looking for a will, search the comprehensive and county-wide [http://www.cheshirewestandchester.gov.uk/council_services/record_office/catalogues_and_indexes/wills.aspx '''Wills index'''] compiled by the Cheshire Record Office. This index covers the years 1492-1940 and contains 130,000 entries. It covers probate documents proved at Chester mainly for the County of Cheshire. | ||
The following Website specifically covers the parishes of Disley, Lyme Handley; Taxal & Whaley in Cheshire: <br>[http://www.disley.net '''http://www.disley.net'''] | The following Website specifically covers the parishes of Disley, Lyme Handley; Taxal & Whaley in Cheshire: <br>[http://www.disley.net '''http://www.disley.net'''] | ||