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The information in a record is contained in a statement that provides either direct or indirect evidence regarding your research objective. | The information in a record is contained in a statement that provides either direct or indirect evidence regarding your research objective. | ||
'''''Direct statements''''' give a straightforward fact. For example, a baptismal record may state the birth date of the child being baptized. Whenever possible, try to find records | '''''Direct statements''''' give a straightforward fact. For example, a baptismal record may state the birth date of the child being baptized. Whenever possible, try to find records which directly state specific facts as proof of a genealogical event or relationship. | ||
'''''Indirect statements''''' | '''''Indirect statements''''' | ||
Indirect statements support a fact by reasonable inference. | Indirect statements support a fact by reasonable inference. <!-- Tidy found serious XHTML errors --> | ||
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