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In directories with multiple last names listed under 'see also', should I index all last names?

AnthonyHopkins5
AnthonyHopkins5 ✭
February 20, 2025 edited April 21, 2025 in Get Involved

I'm rather certain I know the answer on this, but I want it here for those who don't know. When a directory says 'see also' it means 'the person you are looking for may be under one of these other last names elsewhere in the directory'. It does not mean "these people have one of these three last names." You should only record the first last name recorded in this case and nothing past 'see also'. (But, just to be sure, I would appreciate it if someone could tell me whether this is right or not.)

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  • barbaragailsmith1
    barbaragailsmith1 ✭✭✭✭✭
    February 20, 2025

    Correct

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