Alaska, Pribilof Islands (particularly St. Paul Island) Census Records - FamilySearch Historical Records

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Alaska, Pribilof Islands (particularly St. Paul Island) Census Records, 1881-1910
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This article describes a collection of records at FamilySearch.org.
Pribilof Islands, Alaska,
United States
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Location of Alaska
Record Description
Record Type Census
Collection years 1881-1910
FamilySearch Resources
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Alaska State Archives, Juneau


What is in This Collection?[edit | edit source]

This collection consists of census records of the Pribilof Islands, particularly St. Paul Island, for the years 1881-1910. Digital images are held by the Alaska State Archives in Juneau, Alaska.

Additional records and/or images may be added to this collection in the future.

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What Can These Records Tell Me?[edit | edit source]

The following information may be found in these records:

  • Name
  • Age
  • Gender
  • Date and place of birth
  • Names of other family members
  • Relationships
  • Place of parents’ birth
  • Current residence
  • Race
  • Marital status
  • Years married
  • Death information
  • Year immigrated
  • Family members living in same residence
  • Occupation

Collection Content[edit | edit source]

Sample Images[edit | edit source]

  • 1897 Census

    1897 Census

How Do I Search the Collection?[edit | edit source]

Before searching this collection, it is helpful to know:

  • The name of your ancestor
  • The names of family members

Search the Index[edit | edit source]

Search by name on the Collection Details Page.
  1. Fill in the search boxes in the Search Collection section with the information you know
  2. Click Search to show possible matches

How Do I Analyze the Results?[edit | edit source]

Compare each result from your search with what you know to determine if there is a match. This may require viewing multiple records or images. Keep track of your research in a research log.

What Do I Do Next?[edit | edit source]

I Found the Person I Was Looking For, What Now?[edit | edit source]

  • Add any new information to your records
  • Use the ages listed to determine approximate birth dates and find the family in additional census records
  • Use the information found in the record to find vital records such as birth, marriage, and death
  • Use the information found in the record to find land, probate and immigration records

I Can't Find the Person I'm Looking For, What Now?[edit | edit source]

  • If your ancestor does not have a common name, collect entries for every person who has the same surname. This list can help you find possible relatives
  • If you cannot locate your ancestor in the locality in which you believe they lived, then try searching records of a nearby town or county
  • Try different spellings of your ancestor’s name. You may need to search for your ancestor by their Indian, Russian or American name
  • Remember that sometimes individuals went by nicknames or alternated between using first and middle names, or even initials

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Citing This Collection[edit | edit source]

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