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How do you index the surname of a widow?

AndLinda
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January 29, 2021 in Indexing

US—City and Business Directories, 1749–1990 [Part B][MS28-33Z] On the second name in the list it has Flenr Mary, wid Herman. I am assuming that she is widowed and her husband is Herman. I know I index Herman, but should I put his surname as Flenr?

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  • 0411
    0411 ✭
    February 20, 2021 edited February 21, 2021 Answer ✓

    No. We are asked to NOT assume surnames. We index what we see. The same thing applies for a female spouse index her given name and please do not assume her surname would be the same. This is a common error and Thank you for asking. You can also find more information in the project in the projects opening pop up, field helps and project instructions.

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