User:Carolbmoss/Sandbox:Recipe 5 Cornaby

= Find family members in the Census records. Verify information with vital records. =

Step 1. Search for your ancestor in the1900 U.S. Census at www.familysearch.org.

 * Use the ancestor's name, birth year and birth place for a successful search.
 * When searching for a woman, use her married name.
 * Always look at the original record, not just the index or transcript.

Step 2: Verify the family information you find in the census with vital records,

 * Look in Indiana Marriages, 1811-1959.
 * Look for the parents' marriage.
 * Look for a child's marriage. It could list the parents' names.

Step 3: Add any additional individuals and information to Family Tree.

 * Add any newly found spouses and children to the Family Tree.
 * Prepare temple work by clicking on green arrows found in the Tree.
 * Follow the directions on the page.
 * Be sure and check for any possible duplicates.