Wales Census - Revision history

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−	: * Flintshire - ''No local surname indexes at the Family History Library''<br>	+	:<small> * Flintshire - ''No local surname indexes at the Family History Library''</small><br><br>

	To find surname indexes which may not be available at the Family History Library, look in:		To find surname indexes which may not be available at the Family History Library, look in:

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	To find surname indexes which may not be available at the Family History Library, look in:		To find surname indexes which may not be available at the Family History Library, look in:
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	*Gibson, Jeremy, and Elizabeth Hampson, eds. ''Marriage, Census and Other Indexes for Family Historians.'' 6th ed. Birmingham, England: Federation of Family History Societies (Publications) Ltd., 1996. (Family History Library {{FHL\|942 D22m\|disp=book 942 D22m 1996.}}) This is an inventory of the indexes that are available for marriage, census and other helpful genealogical records. It is arranged by country and then by county.		*Gibson, Jeremy, and Elizabeth Hampson, eds. ''Marriage, Census and Other Indexes for Family Historians.'' 6th ed. Birmingham, England: Federation of Family History Societies (Publications) Ltd., 1996. (Family History Library {{FHL\|942 D22m\|disp=book 942 D22m 1996.}}) This is an inventory of the indexes that are available for marriage, census and other helpful genealogical records. It is arranged by country and then by county.

−	'''1881 Census.''' There is a complete transcription and index on microfiche for the 1881 census returns of ~~England,~~ Wales~~, Scotland, Isle of Man, Channel Islands, and the Royal Navy~~. The index is also available on compact disc, with a partial transcription.	+	'''1881 Census.''' There is a complete transcription and index on microfiche for the 1881 census returns of Wales. The index is also available on compact disc, with a partial transcription.

	The index and transcription were produced through a joint effort of the Federation of Family History Societies and the Genealogical Society of Utah.		The index and transcription were produced through a joint effort of the Federation of Family History Societies and the Genealogical Society of Utah.

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	== Online Census Indexes ==		== Online Census Indexes ==

−	* 1841-1911 census indexes are available at [http://www.findmypast.com/welcome.jsp?_zga_s=1 Findmypast]	+	*1841-1911 census indexes are available at [http://www.findmypast.com/welcome.jsp?_zga_s=1 Findmypast]
−	* 1841-1901 census indexes are available at [http://www.ancestry.co.uk/search/rectype/census/uk/default.aspx Ancestry.co.uk]	+	*1841-1901 census indexes are available at [http://www.ancestry.co.uk/search/rectype/census/uk/default.aspx Ancestry.co.uk]
−	* 1841-1901 census indexes are available at [http://www.thegenealogist.co.uk/user/subscriptions.php The Genealogist.co.uk]	+	*1841-1901 census indexes are available at [http://www.thegenealogist.co.uk/user/subscriptions.php The Genealogist.co.uk]
−	* 1901 census index available at [http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/census/default.htm?source=ddmenu_search4 National Archives] <br>	+	*1901 census index available at [http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/census/default.htm?source=ddmenu_search4 National Archives] <br>

	'''Wiki articles describing these collections are found at:'''		'''Wiki articles describing these collections are found at:'''

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	You can also check the Census Surname Index Register (not cataloged typescript) at the Family History Library or click on the below links to see the Census Surname Indexes in this register book. (This register is not available at Family History Centers.)		You can also check the Census Surname Index Register (not cataloged typescript) at the Family History Library or click on the below links to see the Census Surname Indexes in this register book. (This register is not available at Family History Centers.)

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−	~~<br> ~~To find surname indexes which may not be available at the Family History Library, look in:	+	:*Flintshire - ''No local surname indexes at the Family History Library''
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	*Gibson, Jeremy, and Elizabeth Hampson, eds. ''Marriage, Census and Other Indexes for Family Historians.'' 6th ed. Birmingham, England: Federation of Family History Societies (Publications) Ltd., 1996. (Family History Library {{FHL\|942 D22m\|disp=book 942 D22m 1996.}}) This is an inventory of the indexes that are available for marriage, census and other helpful genealogical records. It is arranged by country and then by county.		*Gibson, Jeremy, and Elizabeth Hampson, eds. ''Marriage, Census and Other Indexes for Family Historians.'' 6th ed. Birmingham, England: Federation of Family History Societies (Publications) Ltd., 1996. (Family History Library {{FHL\|942 D22m\|disp=book 942 D22m 1996.}}) This is an inventory of the indexes that are available for marriage, census and other helpful genealogical records. It is arranged by country and then by county.
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	== Online Census Indexes ==		== Online Census Indexes ==

−	1841-1911 census indexes are available at [http://www.findmypast.com/welcome.jsp?_zga_s=1 Findmypast]	+	* 1841-1911 census indexes are available at [http://www.findmypast.com/welcome.jsp?_zga_s=1 Findmypast]
−		+	* 1841-1901 census indexes are available at [http://www.ancestry.co.uk/search/rectype/census/uk/default.aspx Ancestry.co.uk]
−	1841-1901 census indexes are available at [http://www.ancestry.co.uk/search/rectype/census/uk/default.aspx Ancestry.co.uk]	+	* 1841-1901 census indexes are available at [http://www.thegenealogist.co.uk/user/subscriptions.php The Genealogist.co.uk]
−		+	* 1901 census index available at [http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/census/default.htm?source=ddmenu_search4 National Archives] <br>
−	1841-1901 census indexes are available at [http://www.thegenealogist.co.uk/user/subscriptions.php The Genealogist.co.uk]	+
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−	1901 census index available at [http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/census/default.htm?source=ddmenu_search4 National Archives] <br>	+

	'''Wiki articles describing these collections are found at:'''		'''Wiki articles describing these collections are found at:'''

JaffaK: removed some blank lines that I added to mark where I added the census surname register links

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	*Gibson, Jeremy, and Elizabeth Hampson, eds. ''Marriage, Census and Other Indexes for Family Historians.'' 6th ed. Birmingham, England: Federation of Family History Societies (Publications) Ltd., 1996. (Family History Library {{FHL\|942 D22m\|disp=book 942 D22m 1996.}}) This is an inventory of the indexes that are available for marriage, census and other helpful genealogical records. It is arranged by country and then by county.		*Gibson, Jeremy, and Elizabeth Hampson, eds. ''Marriage, Census and Other Indexes for Family Historians.'' 6th ed. Birmingham, England: Federation of Family History Societies (Publications) Ltd., 1996. (Family History Library {{FHL\|942 D22m\|disp=book 942 D22m 1996.}}) This is an inventory of the indexes that are available for marriage, census and other helpful genealogical records. It is arranged by country and then by county.

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−	\| [[Caernarfonshire Census Surname Index\|~~Buckinghamshire~~ Indexes]]	+	\| [[Caernarfonshire Census Surname Index\|Caernarfonshire Indexes]]
−	\| [[Cardiganshire Census Surname Index\|~~Cambridgeshire~~ Indexes]]	+	\| [[Cardiganshire Census Surname Index\|Cardiganshire Indexes]]
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JaffaK: Add table linking to the pages in the Census Surname Register Book

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	;'''WALES, [COUNTY], [PARISH or TOWN] - CENSUS - [YEAR] - INDEXES'''		;'''WALES, [COUNTY], [PARISH or TOWN] - CENSUS - [YEAR] - INDEXES'''

−	You can also check the Census Surname Index Register (not cataloged typescript) at the Family History Library. This register is not available at Family History Centers.	+	You can also check the Census Surname Index Register (not cataloged typescript) at the Family History Library or click on the below links to see the Census Surname Indexes in this register book. (This register is not available at Family History Centers.)
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	A Census for 1939. As a result of the National Registration Act in 1939, the civilian population was recorded. Each person was listed with data similar to the Census and assigned a number. Data can now be researched for deceased individuals (must be proven dead) for a non-refundable fee of 42 pounds sterling even if the search is unsuccessful. Article in Hel Achau, #105, June, 2010, page 45, Family History Library Ref. 942.93 D25h		A Census for 1939. As a result of the National Registration Act in 1939, the civilian population was recorded. Each person was listed with data similar to the Census and assigned a number. Data can now be researched for deceased individuals (must be proven dead) for a non-refundable fee of 42 pounds sterling even if the search is unsuccessful. Article in Hel Achau, #105, June, 2010, page 45, Family History Library Ref. 942.93 D25h

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	A census is a count and description of a population. A census may list only selected persons (such as males between the ages of 16 and 45) or the whole population. The percentage of people listed varies with the purpose of the census and how carefully people were enumerated. Different civil and ecclesiastical authorities have taken censuses for their own purposes, which include:		A census is a count and description of a population. A census may list only selected persons (such as males between the ages of 16 and 45) or the whole population. The percentage of people listed varies with the purpose of the census and how carefully people were enumerated. Different civil and ecclesiastical authorities have taken censuses for their own purposes, which include:
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	== Understanding the Census ==		== Understanding the Census ==

−	~~[[Image:Rhoose Point in Wales.jpg\|thumb\|right\|380x285px]]~~The 1841 census was taken on 7 June. Most of the later censuses were taken between 31 March and 8 April, every 10 years. Instructions were to list only those persons who spent the night in each household when the census was taken. Those travelling, staying at boarding schools, or working away from home are listed where they spent the night. For example, night watchmen are often listed at their employer’s business address rather than with their families.	+	The 1841 census was taken on 7 June. Most of the later censuses were taken between 31 March and 8 April, every 10 years. Instructions were to list only those persons who spent the night in each household when the census was taken. Those travelling, staying at boarding schools, or working away from home are listed where they spent the night. For example, night watchmen are often listed at their employer’s business address rather than with their families.

	You will find the following information in the censuses:		You will find the following information in the censuses:
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	*[[England and Wales Census, 1901 (FamilySearch Historical Records)]]		*[[England and Wales Census, 1901 (FamilySearch Historical Records)]]
	*[[England and Wales Census, 1911 (FamilySearch Historical Records)\|England and Wales Census, 1911 (FamilySearch Historical Records)]]		*[[England and Wales Census, 1911 (FamilySearch Historical Records)\|England and Wales Census, 1911 (FamilySearch Historical Records)]]
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−	A Census for 1939.~~ ~~ As a result of the National Registration Act in 1939, the civilian population was recorded.~~ ~~ Each person was listed with data similar to the Census and assigned a number.~~ ~~ Data can now be researched for deceased individuals (must be proven dead) for a non-refundable fee of 42 pounds sterling even if the search is unsuccessful.~~ ~~ Article in Hel Achau, #105, June, 2010, page 45, Family History Library Ref. 942.93 D25h	+	A Census for 1939. As a result of the National Registration Act in 1939, the civilian population was recorded. Each person was listed with data similar to the Census and assigned a number. Data can now be researched for deceased individuals (must be proven dead) for a non-refundable fee of 42 pounds sterling even if the search is unsuccessful. Article in Hel Achau, #105, June, 2010, page 45, Family History Library Ref. 942.93 D25h

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	== Understanding the Census ==		== Understanding the Census ==

−	[[Image:Rhoose Point in Wales.jpg\|thumb\|right\|380x285px~~\|<center>Rhoose Point in Wales<center></center>~~]]The 1841 census was taken on 7 June. Most of the later censuses were taken between 31 March and 8 April, every 10 years. Instructions were to list only those persons who spent the night in each household when the census was taken. Those travelling, staying at boarding schools, or working away from home are listed where they spent the night. For example, night watchmen are often listed at their employer’s business address rather than with their families.	+	[[Image:Rhoose Point in Wales.jpg\|thumb\|right\|380x285px]]The 1841 census was taken on 7 June. Most of the later censuses were taken between 31 March and 8 April, every 10 years. Instructions were to list only those persons who spent the night in each household when the census was taken. Those travelling, staying at boarding schools, or working away from home are listed where they spent the night. For example, night watchmen are often listed at their employer’s business address rather than with their families.

	You will find the following information in the censuses:		You will find the following information in the censuses:
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	*[[England and Wales Census, 1911 (FamilySearch Historical Records)\|England and Wales Census, 1911 (FamilySearch Historical Records)]]		*[[England and Wales Census, 1911 (FamilySearch Historical Records)\|England and Wales Census, 1911 (FamilySearch Historical Records)]]

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		+	A Census for 1939.  As a result of the National Registration Act in 1939, the civilian population was recorded.  Each person was listed with data similar to the Census and assigned a number.  Data can now be researched for deceased individuals (must be proven dead) for a non-refundable fee of 42 pounds sterling even if the search is unsuccessful.  Article in Hel Achau, #105, June, 2010, page 45, Family History Library Ref. 942.93 D25h

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−	A Census for 1939.  As a result of the National Registration Act in 1939, the civilian population was recorded.  Each person was listed with data similar to the Census and assigned a number.  Data can now be researched for deceased individuals (must be proven dead) for a non-refundable fee of 42 pounds sterling even if the search is unsuccessful.  Article in Hel Achau, #105, June, 2010, page 45, Family History Library Ref. 942.93 D25h	+	[[Category:Wales\|Census]]