Ireland, James Alexander Henderson, The Belfast and Province of Ulster Directory - FamilySearch Historical Records

Northern Ireland

Antrim

Belfast

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Belfast, Antrim, Ireland
St. Patrick's Saltire (1783-1801)
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Location of Belfast, Antrim, Ireland
Location of Ireland
Record Description
Record Type	Directories
Collection years	1856
FamilySearch Resources
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What is in This Collection?

The first edition of Henderson's directory was published in 1852. Between that time and 1892, only fourteen volumes were published. Beginning in 1894 it was an annual publication, except for the years 1921-1922, when two years were incorporated in on volume.

The directory includes the following lists:

• Alphabetical list of inhabitants of Belfast and Ballymaccarrett
• Alphabetical list of Belfast streets
• Tradesmen in Belfast and Ulster province

• Administrative offices
• Descriptions of the counties

What Can These Records Tell Me?

The following information may be found in these records:

• Person's name
• Occupation
• Street address
• County

Collection Content

Sample Images

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  List of inhabitants, 1852

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  List of streets, 1852

How Do I Search This Collection?

Before searching this collection, it is helpful to know:

• Person's name
• Approximate residence

Search the Index

You will be able to search this collection when it is published.

How Do I Analyze the Results?

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?

I Found the Person I Was Looking For, What Now?

• Use the information to find the person in other records
• Update your records with the information you have found

I Can’t Find the Person I’m Looking For, What Now?

• With some exceptions, persons named in this index were residents of Ulster province. If your ancestor did not live in Ulster, there is a greatly reduced likelihood they will be included here.
• Check for other names. An individual might have been listed under a middle name, a nickname, or an abbreviation of their given name

Research Helps

The following articles will help you in your research for your family in Ireland.

• Ireland Guided Research
• Record Finder
• Research Tips and Strategies

Related Collections

• The Belfast and province of Ulster directory v. 1 (1852) only.
• The Belfast and province of Ulster directory. Non-consecutive years.

Related FamilySearch Historical Records Collections

• Thom's Irish Who's Who
• Ireland, Thom's Official Directory
• Ireland, Treble Almanac & Dublin Directory

Related Digital Books

• Belfast and Ulster directory , Vol. 1

Citing This Collection

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Collection Citation: A citation will be available on the Collection Details page when the collection is published.

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