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'''Record types.''' Four main kinds of records are associated with the Guion Miller Roll: | '''Record types.''' Four main kinds of records are associated with the Guion Miller Roll: | ||
{{Block indent|*'''''Applications''''', affidavits and other papers used to show a person was eligible, or descended from an eligible Cherokee, including the English and Indian names of children, parents, grandparents and other relatives. }} | |||
{{Block indent|*'''''Roll of Eastern Cherokees''''', a.k.a. Guion Miller Roll, a published list of admitted applicants for compensation, including names, residence, age, and [[Dawes Commission Enrollment Records|Dawes number]]. }} | |||
{{Block indent|*'''''Report''''', a typescript list of all applicants, including number, name, residence, whether admitted or rejected, and basis of the claim (usually a Cherokee relative). }} | |||
{{Block indent|*'''''General Index''''' of admitted and rejected applications, a typescript index of the ''Guion Miller Roll'', including roll number, name, and residence. Some pages show handwritten supplemental names in the margin.}} | |||
'''Claimants''' were asked to prove they were: | '''Claimants''' were asked to prove they were: | ||
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'''Origin of the Guion Miller Roll.''' In 1902 the Eastern Cherokee sued the United States to get the funds due them under the treaties of 1835,1836, and 1845. To certify the eligibility in the Cherokee Tribe, Guion Miller used several earlier Cherokee census lists created between 1835 and 1884<ref name="Hair" />: | '''Origin of the Guion Miller Roll.''' In 1902 the Eastern Cherokee sued the United States to get the funds due them under the treaties of 1835,1836, and 1845. To certify the eligibility in the Cherokee Tribe, Guion Miller used several earlier Cherokee census lists created between 1835 and 1884<ref name="Hair" />: | ||
{{Block indent|*'''''Henderson''''' 1835 list Cherokee just prior to forced removal }} | |||
{{Block indent|*'''''Chapman''''' 1851 list of Cherokees that remained in the East }} | |||
{{Block indent|*'''''Drennen''''' 1851 list of Cherokees that had moved West }} | |||
{{Block indent|*'''''other records'''''}} | |||
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'''Application contents'''. Each applicant was asked | '''Application contents'''. Each applicant was asked | ||
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*Names of uncles and aunts (English and Cherokee) | *Names of uncles and aunts (English and Cherokee) | ||
{{Block indent|The documentation includes application forms, correspondence, and affidavits necessary to prove eligibility for a claim.<br><br>}} | |||
'''Extent of the Rolls.''' Guion Miller stated there were 45,847 enrollment applications filed, representing some 90,000 individuals. After exceptions and adjustments were made, a total of 30,820 persons were eligible to share in the fund. The Eastern Cherokee Applications of the U.S. Court of Claims 1906–1909 are found on both the Internet, as well as on 348 rolls of microfilm. | '''Extent of the Rolls.''' Guion Miller stated there were 45,847 enrollment applications filed, representing some 90,000 individuals. After exceptions and adjustments were made, a total of 30,820 persons were eligible to share in the fund. The Eastern Cherokee Applications of the U.S. Court of Claims 1906–1909 are found on both the Internet, as well as on 348 rolls of microfilm. | ||
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'''Rejected Claims.''' Claim documents were kept whether they were paid or rejected. Rejected applications fall into five groups: | '''Rejected Claims.''' Claim documents were kept whether they were paid or rejected. Rejected applications fall into five groups: | ||
{{Block indent|*Those who left the Cherokee Nation in the East before 1835 }} | |||
{{Block indent|*Those who filed after the final application date of 31 August 1907 }} | |||
{{Block indent|*Illegitimate children rejected even when their brothers and sisters were admitted }} | |||
{{Block indent|*Those who had dual tribal ancestry }} | |||
{{Block indent|*Those who failed to prove the required relationship}} | |||
=== Use Roll of Eastern Cherokees Records Online === | === Use Roll of Eastern Cherokees Records Online === | ||
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| valign="middle" bgcolor="#ffff99" | '''If the first search fails''' do not give up too easily. Be persistent. Try: | | valign="middle" bgcolor="#ffff99" | '''If the first search fails''' do not give up too easily. Be persistent. Try: | ||
{{Block indent|*Using the alternate English or Cherokee name }} | |||
{{Block indent|*Repeat the search using [[Guessing a Name Variation|alternate spellings]] of the name }} | |||
{{Block indent|*Use initials, abbreviations, or [[Traditional Nicknames in Old Documents - A Wiki List|nicknames]] }} | |||
{{Block indent|*Look for relatives like children, parents, brothers, or sisters who might list the person you seek as one of their relatives }} | |||
{{Block indent|*Use another company's alternate version (or format) of the index or roll }} | |||
{{Block indent|*Use the [[Dawes Commission Enrollment Records]] (an alternative list of Cherokees and other tribes) }} | |||
{{Block indent|1=*Use the alternative books and lists cited on this Wiki page, especially Bob Blankenship's {{WorldCat|31364987|item|disp=book}}.|2=1}} | |||
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'''''If you find an ancestor''''' in the Guion Miller Roll records on the Internet, be sure you find and copy all three parts of the records: (1)General Index, (2)Roll of Eastern Cherokees (or Report '''''if''''' the application was rejected), and (3)application papers. <br> | '''''If you find an ancestor''''' in the Guion Miller Roll records on the Internet, be sure you find and copy all three parts of the records: (1)General Index, (2)Roll of Eastern Cherokees (or Report '''''if''''' the application was rejected), and (3)application papers. <br> | ||
{{Block indent|It is also important to search for all the relatives of the ancestor to help corroborate what you found.<br><br>}} | |||
'''''If you do not find an ancestor''''' on the Internet, consider searching for him in the book or microfilm versions of these records described below. | '''''If you do not find an ancestor''''' on the Internet, consider searching for him in the book or microfilm versions of these records described below. | ||
{{Block indent|Another approach would be to return to the Internet version and search for close relatives who are likely to mention the main person you seek in their applications.}} | |||
=== Book or Microfilm Options === | === Book or Microfilm Options === | ||
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'''Use {{FSC|209173|item|disp=FS Library Film 378594}}''' to find the '''''General Index''''' which starts at Target 2 and appears 172 pages after the ''Roll of Eastern Cherokees'' (Target 1) starts. Do not confuse the ''Roll'' (printed book) with the typescript ''General Index''. | '''Use {{FSC|209173|item|disp=FS Library Film 378594}}''' to find the '''''General Index''''' which starts at Target 2 and appears 172 pages after the ''Roll of Eastern Cherokees'' (Target 1) starts. Do not confuse the ''Roll'' (printed book) with the typescript ''General Index''. | ||
{{Block indent|'''Search for an ancestor’s name in the''' '''''General Index'''''. The words “''General Index''” appear at the top of each page. The ''General Index '' is alphabetical by surname. If you cannot find your direct ancestor, look for his or her relatives. Some handwritten entries are found scattered among the typed names. The image below shows part of a sample page. <br>}} | |||
{{Block indent|[[Image:Guion Miller General Index.jpg|center|600px|Guion Miller General Index.jpg]]<br>|5}} | |||
{{Block indent|In the ''General Index'' the Guion Miller '''application numbers''' are on the left side.<br>|2}} | |||
{{Block indent|'''Copy all the information''' in the index for your ancestor.<br><br>}} | |||
{{Block indent|'''Can’t Find a Name in the Guion Miller Roll?''' see the yellow box above.|2}} | |||
==== Find the Film Number for the Application Papers ==== | ==== Find the Film Number for the Application Papers ==== | ||
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*United States. Court of Claims. ''Eastern Cherokee Applications, August 29, 1906–May 26, 1909''. National Archives Microfilm Publications, M1104. (Washington, D.C.: National Archives, 1981. {{WorldCat|10976868|item|disp=At various libraries (WorldCat)}}; {{FSC|209173|item|disp=FS Library Film 378594}}. | *United States. Court of Claims. ''Eastern Cherokee Applications, August 29, 1906–May 26, 1909''. National Archives Microfilm Publications, M1104. (Washington, D.C.: National Archives, 1981. {{WorldCat|10976868|item|disp=At various libraries (WorldCat)}}; {{FSC|209173|item|disp=FS Library Film 378594}}. | ||
{{Block indent|Scroll down the catalog entry until you find the application number you seek, and '''make a note''' of the corresponding FS Library film number.<br><br>}} | |||
==== Obtain and Copy the Application Papers ==== | ==== Obtain and Copy the Application Papers ==== | ||
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Guion Miller's '''''Report ''''' is a 10 volume typescript summary of all the applications both admitted or rejected. His '''''Roll of Eastern Cherokees . . . ''''' is a printed summary of the admitted applications only. Compare these summaries with the original applications for possible differences and additional clues. | Guion Miller's '''''Report ''''' is a 10 volume typescript summary of all the applications both admitted or rejected. His '''''Roll of Eastern Cherokees . . . ''''' is a printed summary of the admitted applications only. Compare these summaries with the original applications for possible differences and additional clues. | ||
{{Block indent|1=*'''''Report Submitted by Guion Miller, Special Commissioner, May 28, 1909''''', 10 vols. is on {{FSC|308772|item|disp=FS Library Film 430435 to 430438}}; {{WorldCat|10976814|item|disp=also at various libraries (WorldCat)}}. Entries are in order by application number.|2=1}} | |||
{{Block indent|1=*'''''Roll of Eastern Cherokees''''' (Guion Miller Roll) is on {{FSC|295271|item|disp=FS Library Film 547137}}; also in book format {{WorldCat|10976778|item|disp=at various libraries (WorldCat)}}. Names are alphabetical divided into East and West of the Mississippi River sections, and with supplements.|2=1}} | |||
'''Copy the summaries '''and compare them with the application papers looking for new clues. Update you ''Research Log'' and family history information.<br><br> | '''Copy the summaries '''and compare them with the application papers looking for new clues. Update you ''Research Log'' and family history information.<br><br> | ||
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