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|title=New Zealand, Archives New Zealand, Probate Records, 1848-1991 | |title=New Zealand, Archives New Zealand, Probate Records, 1848-1991 | ||
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== Record Description == | == Record Description == | ||
The records include digital images of probate records from the New Zealand Archives. The records were created by local courts throughout New Zealand regions. This collection covers the years 1848-1991. Images are being published as they become available. | The records include digital images of probate records from the New Zealand Archives. The records were created by local courts throughout New Zealand regions. This collection covers the years 1848-1991. Images are being published as they become available. | ||
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|title=New Zealand, Archives New Zealand, Probate Records, 1848-1991 | |title=New Zealand, Archives New Zealand, Probate Records, 1848-1991 | ||
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== Record Content == | == Record Content == | ||
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*Name of testator | *Name of testator | ||
*Death date | *Death date | ||
*Record date | *Record date | ||
*Occupation | *Occupation | ||
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*Names of witnesses | *Names of witnesses | ||
== How to Use the Record == | == How to Use the Record == | ||
The probate records are categorized in order by county, record type, date range, and volume. The earlier probate packets are arranged in three series arranged alphabetically by surname. The more recent records are filed by date. | The probate records are categorized in order by county, record type, date range, and volume. The earlier probate packets are arranged in three series arranged alphabetically by surname. The more recent records are filed by date. | ||
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An index is available on the [http://www.archway.archives.govt.nz/ Archives of New Zealand] website, which will give the probate record number associated with a name. When you search for a name on the index, it will bring up a list of documents that mention that name. When you find the entry you are looking for, click on "Order Details" to find the probate record number. On FamilySearch find the range of record numbers that includes your record number. Be prepared to sort through the files as they are often out of numerical order at the beginning of the set. | An index is available on the [http://www.archway.archives.govt.nz/ Archives of New Zealand] website, which will give the probate record number associated with a name. When you search for a name on the index, it will bring up a list of documents that mention that name. When you find the entry you are looking for, click on "Order Details" to find the probate record number. On FamilySearch find the range of record numbers that includes your record number. Be prepared to sort through the files as they are often out of numerical order at the beginning of the set. | ||
=== Search the Collection === | === Search the Collection === | ||
'''To search by index:'''<br> | '''To search by index:'''<br> Fill in the requested information in the initial search page. This search will return a list of possible matches. Compare the information about the ancestors in the list to what you already know about your ancestors to determine if this is the correct family or person. You may need to compare the information about more than one person to find your ancestor. | ||
Fill in the requested information in the initial search page. This search will return a list of possible matches. Compare the information about the ancestors in the list to what you already know about your ancestors to determine if this is the correct family or person. You may need to compare the information about more than one person to find your ancestor. | |||
'''To search by image:'''<br> | '''To search by image:'''<br> To search the collection you will need to follow this series of links:<br> ⇒Select "Browse through images" on the initial collection page:<br> ⇒Select the appropriate "Court" <br> ⇒Select the appropriate "Record Type, Date Range and Volume" which will take you to the images. | ||
To search the collection you will need to follow this series of links:<br> ⇒Select "Browse through images" on the initial collection page:<br> ⇒Select the appropriate "Court" <br> ⇒Select the appropriate "Record Type, Date Range and Volume" which will take you to the images. | |||
Search the collection by image comparing the information with what you already know about your ancestors to determine if the image relates to them. You may need to look at several images and compare the information about the individuals listed in those images to your ancestors to make this determination. | Search the collection by image comparing the information with what you already know about your ancestors to determine if the image relates to them. You may need to look at several images and compare the information about the individuals listed in those images to your ancestors to make this determination. | ||
'''When searching:'''<br> | '''When searching:'''<br> As you are searching it is helpful to know such information as your ancestor's given name and surname, some identifying information such as residence, age, and family relationships. Remember that there may be more than one person in the records with the same name as your ancestor and that your ancestor may have used nicknames or different names at different times. | ||
As you are searching it is helpful to know such information as your ancestor's given name and surname, some identifying information such as residence, age, and family relationships. Remember that there may be more than one person in the records with the same name as your ancestor and that your ancestor may have used nicknames or different names at different times. | |||
=== Tips to Keep in Mind === | === Tips to Keep in Mind === | ||
*The earliest probate packets are arranged in 3 series arranged alphabetically by surname. The more recent records are filed by date. | *The earliest probate packets are arranged in 3 series arranged alphabetically by surname. The more recent records are filed by date. | ||
*Probate records may omit the names of deceased family members or those who have previously received an inheritance. | *Probate records may omit the names of deceased family members or those who have previously received an inheritance. | ||
*The spouse mentioned in a will may not be the parent of the children mentioned, or relationships noted in the will may not have the same meaning as they do today. | *The spouse mentioned in a will may not be the parent of the children mentioned, or relationships noted in the will may not have the same meaning as they do today. | ||
*Use the death date and estimated age to approximate a birth date. | *Use the death date and estimated age to approximate a birth date. | ||
*When looking for a person who had a common name, look at all the entries for the name before deciding which is correct. | *When looking for a person who had a common name, look at all the entries for the name before deciding which is correct. | ||
*You may need to search using an alternate or nickname. | *You may need to search using an alternate or nickname. | ||
*Check for variant spellings of the names. | *Check for variant spellings of the names. | ||
*Use the residence to search for other records in that location. | *Use the residence to search for other records in that location. | ||
*For more tips, go to [[FamilySearch Search Tips and Tricks]]. | *For more tips, go to [[FamilySearch Search Tips and Tricks]]. | ||
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== Known Issues with This Collection == | == Known Issues with This Collection == | ||
{{HR Known Issues}}For a full list of all known issues associated with this collection see the attached [[New Zealand, Archives New Zealand, Probate Records (FamilySearch Historical Records)/Known Issues|Wiki article]]. If you encounter additional problems, please email them to [mailto:support@familysearch.org support@familysearch.org]. Please include the full path to the link and a description of the problem in your e-mail. Your assistance will help ensure that future reworks will be considered. | {{HR Known Issues}}For a full list of all known issues associated with this collection see the attached [[New Zealand, Archives New Zealand, Probate Records (FamilySearch Historical Records)/Known Issues|Wiki article]]. If you encounter additional problems, please email them to [mailto:support@familysearch.org support@familysearch.org]. Please include the full path to the link and a description of the problem in your e-mail. Your assistance will help ensure that future reworks will be considered. | ||
== Related Websites == | == Related Websites == | ||
*[http://archives.govt.nz/research/ordering-archives/our-research-and-copying-services/our-research-services/probate-records Archives New Zealand] | *[http://archives.govt.nz/research/ordering-archives/our-research-and-copying-services/our-research-services/probate-records Archives New Zealand] | ||
*[http://www.justice.govt.nz/services/get-a-copy-of-a-will Ministry of Justice] | *[http://www.justice.govt.nz/services/get-a-copy-of-a-will Ministry of Justice] | ||
*[http://www.archway.archives.govt.nz/ Archives of New Zealand - Probate Record Index] | *[http://www.archway.archives.govt.nz/ Archives of New Zealand - Probate Record Index] | ||
*[http://www.davidrumsey.com/luna/servlet/detail/RUMSEY~8~1~37124~1210665:New-Zealand-;JSESSIONID=e5df9c1f-a98b-4f04-9e98-ca14279ea468?showTip=false&showTipAdvancedSearch=false&title=Search+Results%3A+List_No+equal+to+%272763.047%27&thumbnailViewUrlKey=link.view.search.url&helpUrl=http%3A%2F%2Fdoc.lunaimaging.com%2Fdisplay%2FV71D%2FLUNA%2BViewer%23LUNAViewer-LUNAViewer&fullTextSearchChecked=&advancedSearchUrl=http%3A%2F%2Fdoc.lunaimaging.com%2Fdisplay%2FV71D%2FSearching%23Searching-Searching Map of New Zealand 1910] | *[http://www.davidrumsey.com/luna/servlet/detail/RUMSEY~8~1~37124~1210665:New-Zealand-;JSESSIONID=e5df9c1f-a98b-4f04-9e98-ca14279ea468?showTip=false&showTipAdvancedSearch=false&title=Search+Results%3A+List_No+equal+to+%272763.047%27&thumbnailViewUrlKey=link.view.search.url&helpUrl=http%3A%2F%2Fdoc.lunaimaging.com%2Fdisplay%2FV71D%2FLUNA%2BViewer%23LUNAViewer-LUNAViewer&fullTextSearchChecked=&advancedSearchUrl=http%3A%2F%2Fdoc.lunaimaging.com%2Fdisplay%2FV71D%2FSearching%23Searching-Searching Map of New Zealand 1910] | ||
== Related Wiki Articles == | == Related Wiki Articles == | ||
*[[New Zealand Probate Records]] | *[[New Zealand Probate Records]] | ||
*[[New Zealand Cemeteries]] | *[[New Zealand Cemeteries]] | ||
*[[New Zealand Land and Property]] | *[[New Zealand Land and Property]] | ||
*[[New Zealand History]] | *[[New Zealand History]] | ||
*[[New Zealand]] | *[[New Zealand]] | ||
== Related FamilySearch Historical Records == | == Related FamilySearch Historical Records == | ||
*[[New Zealand, Auckland, Albertland Index (FamilySearch Historical Records)]] | *[[New Zealand, Auckland, Albertland Index (FamilySearch Historical Records)]] | ||
*[[New Zealand, Central Otago, Cemetery Gravestones (FamilySearch Historical Records)]] | *[[New Zealand, Central Otago, Cemetery Gravestones (FamilySearch Historical Records)]] | ||
*[[New Zealand, Immigration Passenger Lists (FamilySearch Historical Records)]] | *[[New Zealand, Immigration Passenger Lists (FamilySearch Historical Records)]] | ||
*[[New Zealand Vital Records Index (FamilySearch Historical Records)]] | *[[New Zealand Vital Records Index (FamilySearch Historical Records)]] | ||
== Contributions to This Article == | == Contributions to This Article == | ||
{{Contributor_invite}} | {{Contributor_invite}} | ||
== Citations for This Collection == | == Citations for This Collection == | ||
When you copy information from a record, you should list where you found the information (often called [[ | When you copy information from a record, you should list where you found the information (often called [[Transfer the Information#Cite_Your_Sources|citing your sources]]). This will help people find the record again and evaluate the reliability of the source. It is also good to keep track of records where you did not find information, including the names of the people you looked for in the records. Citations are available for the collection as a whole and each record or image individually. | ||
'''Collection Citation''':<br> | '''Collection Citation''':<br> {{Collection citation | text= "'New Zealand, Archives New Zealand, Probate Records, 1848-1991." Images. <i>FamilySearch</i>. http://FamilySearch.org : accessed 2014. Citing National Archives, Wellington, New Zealand.}} | ||
{{Collection citation | text= "'New Zealand, Archives New Zealand, Probate Records, 1848-1991." Images. <i>FamilySearch</i>. http://FamilySearch.org : accessed 2014. Citing National Archives, Wellington, New Zealand.}} | |||
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