Talk:World Archives Project: New York, U.S. Naturalization Records - Original Documents, 1795-1972 - Revision history

Kateshort2 at 21:33, 29 January 2012

Kateshort2 — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 21:33:44 GMT

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	Q: Third question:  Are there any plans to upgrade the keying tool to accept dual country entries separated by a semi colon as the instructions say to do rather than requiring the keyer to F7 the entry for it to be accepted?		Q: Third question:  Are there any plans to upgrade the keying tool to accept dual country entries separated by a semi colon as the instructions say to do rather than requiring the keyer to F7 the entry for it to be accepted?

-	==== <br>Two different forms same information ====	+	=== <br>Two different forms same information ===

	Q: I am working on a set with two documents about the same person the first document is a Declarations of Intent the second a Petition for Naturalization the only difference is the date of the documents do I key both because they are different types of documents?<br>		Q: I am working on a set with two documents about the same person the first document is a Declarations of Intent the second a Petition for Naturalization the only difference is the date of the documents do I key both because they are different types of documents?<br>
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	:A: If it is a full page declaration it would be keyed as a petition 3. -- [[User:Wiedwoman\|Wiedwoman]] 02:39, 24 July 2011 (UTC)		:A: If it is a full page declaration it would be keyed as a petition 3. -- [[User:Wiedwoman\|Wiedwoman]] 02:39, 24 July 2011 (UTC)

-	==== Oath of Allegience Form ====	+	=== Oath of Allegience Form ===

	Q: Do we key the information from this form on the #3 Petition Form?		Q: Do we key the information from this form on the #3 Petition Form?
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	:A: No, the oath of allegiance is a cover page -- [[User:Wiedwoman\|Wiedwoman]] 22:37, 21 February 2011 (UTC)		:A: No, the oath of allegiance is a cover page -- [[User:Wiedwoman\|Wiedwoman]] 22:37, 21 February 2011 (UTC)

-	==== 'Under Name of' ====	+	=== 'Under Name of' ===

	Q: What do I do when the name a person arrived under is different than the name on application. To be a little clearer: "The petition of Anna Demand......My lawful entry...under the name of Hania Druker....		Q: What do I do when the name a person arrived under is different than the name on application. To be a little clearer: "The petition of Anna Demand......My lawful entry...under the name of Hania Druker....
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	:A: You would use the signature of the applicant as the given and surname. We are told then to use the first alias name that we come to as the alias. So if signature is Hannah Smith - that will be the given and surname. Hanna Lillie would be alias given and Smythe would be alias surname. -- [[User:Wiedwoman\|Wiedwoman]] 22:32, 4 July 2011 (UTC)		:A: You would use the signature of the applicant as the given and surname. We are told then to use the first alias name that we come to as the alias. So if signature is Hannah Smith - that will be the given and surname. Hanna Lillie would be alias given and Smythe would be alias surname. -- [[User:Wiedwoman\|Wiedwoman]] 22:32, 4 July 2011 (UTC)

-	==== Letter stating institution of cancelation of naturalization ====	+	=== Letter stating institution of cancelation of naturalization ===

	Q: Am I correct to assume that a letter stating that a naturalization would be keyed in as a "cover page". It is an actual letter no form involved. The same with all the other paper work that has been scanned? <br>		Q: Am I correct to assume that a letter stating that a naturalization would be keyed in as a "cover page". It is an actual letter no form involved. The same with all the other paper work that has been scanned? <br>
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	:A: These would be considered cover pages. They will be browsable in the final index. -- [[User:Wiedwoman\|Wiedwoman]] 00:26, 28 July 2011 (UTC)		:A: These would be considered cover pages. They will be browsable in the final index. -- [[User:Wiedwoman\|Wiedwoman]] 00:26, 28 July 2011 (UTC)

-	==== Declarations of Intent ====	+	=== Declarations of Intent ===

	Q: The wiki guidelines for Petition for Naturalization 3 state ''"Also the Petition for Naturalization 3 form type for declarations is characterized by the text "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA" printed at the top of the page. Directly below this title will be a small horizontal line, and below that will be the subtitle: "Declaration of Intention".'' Does that also include Declarations that have UNITED STATES OF AMERICA as an arch a la the example images for Petition #1 rather than on a line a la the example images for Petition 3? --[[User:Kateshort2\|Kateshort2]] 19:19, 8 May 2011 (UTC)		Q: The wiki guidelines for Petition for Naturalization 3 state ''"Also the Petition for Naturalization 3 form type for declarations is characterized by the text "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA" printed at the top of the page. Directly below this title will be a small horizontal line, and below that will be the subtitle: "Declaration of Intention".'' Does that also include Declarations that have UNITED STATES OF AMERICA as an arch a la the example images for Petition #1 rather than on a line a la the example images for Petition 3? --[[User:Kateshort2\|Kateshort2]] 19:19, 8 May 2011 (UTC)
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	::::You are correct. We only key the full page version of the declarations. -- [[User:Wiedwoman\|Wiedwoman]] 17:29, 4 June 2011 (UTC)		::::You are correct. We only key the full page version of the declarations. -- [[User:Wiedwoman\|Wiedwoman]] 17:29, 4 June 2011 (UTC)

-	==== Spouse Surname ====	+	=== Spouse Surname ===

	Q: If there is no surname listed, do we mark the field blank or just leave it empty? When I am on a Petition for Naturalization form #1, the spouse surname field starts off the orange color for required, but the program lets me go to the next image when I leave the spouse surname field empty.		Q: If there is no surname listed, do we mark the field blank or just leave it empty? When I am on a Petition for Naturalization form #1, the spouse surname field starts off the orange color for required, but the program lets me go to the next image when I leave the spouse surname field empty.
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	:::A: Not necessarily. I have an example in my own family research, where two people having the same given name and surname lived in the same household. Although it is likely that the witness and spouse are one and the same, you cannot assume this. Leave the spouse surname blank. --[[User:Mitchhollander\|Mitchhollander]] 13:55, 20 January 2012 (UTC)		:::A: Not necessarily. I have an example in my own family research, where two people having the same given name and surname lived in the same household. Although it is likely that the witness and spouse are one and the same, you cannot assume this. Leave the spouse surname blank. --[[User:Mitchhollander\|Mitchhollander]] 13:55, 20 January 2012 (UTC)

-	==== Birth Country ====	+	=== Birth Country ===

	Q: I have come across a listing for the birth country as Yarmouth, Nova Scotia. Nova Scotia is not a country but a province. Canada is not mentioned at all and we are not supposed to infer information, so do I leave this blank, key in Nova Scotia, or enter Canada?		Q: I have come across a listing for the birth country as Yarmouth, Nova Scotia. Nova Scotia is not a country but a province. Canada is not mentioned at all and we are not supposed to infer information, so do I leave this blank, key in Nova Scotia, or enter Canada?
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	:A: I would leave it blank. -- [[User:Wiedwoman\|Wiedwoman]] 06:27, 4 December 2011 (UTC)		:A: I would leave it blank. -- [[User:Wiedwoman\|Wiedwoman]] 06:27, 4 December 2011 (UTC)

-	==== Children ====	+	=== Children ===

	Q: If the petitioner has indicated he or she has no children, do I skip the field, mark it as blank, or type None? (Petition for Naturalization Form 1)		Q: If the petitioner has indicated he or she has no children, do I skip the field, mark it as blank, or type None? (Petition for Naturalization Form 1)
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	:A: It would be entered on the petition, but not the declaration. You will only key information that is showing on that form. -- [[User:Wiedwoman\|Wiedwoman]] 22:47, 14 July 2011 (UTC)		:A: It would be entered on the petition, but not the declaration. You will only key information that is showing on that form. -- [[User:Wiedwoman\|Wiedwoman]] 22:47, 14 July 2011 (UTC)

-	==== Document Date ====	+	=== Document Date ===

	Q: I am finding that some of the records from the 1930's do not have a "recorded" date on the bottom or anywhere else. However, in some cases, there is a date on the next image. Can I use that date or do I need to strictly adhere to "key as seen"? I hate leaving it blank.		Q: I am finding that some of the records from the 1930's do not have a "recorded" date on the bottom or anywhere else. However, in some cases, there is a date on the next image. Can I use that date or do I need to strictly adhere to "key as seen"? I hate leaving it blank.
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	:A: The certificate of arrival is classified as a cover page. -- [[User:Wiedwoman\|Wiedwoman]] 22:54, 28 July 2011 (UTC)		:A: The certificate of arrival is classified as a cover page. -- [[User:Wiedwoman\|Wiedwoman]] 22:54, 28 July 2011 (UTC)

-	== Children ==	+	=== Children ===

	Q: Anna Berkowsky has 4 children and all of their names do not fit in the field. What should be done?		Q: Anna Berkowsky has 4 children and all of their names do not fit in the field. What should be done?
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-	== Record Date for Petition #3 ==	+	=== Record Date for Petition #3 ===

	Q: I have come across several Petition #3 forms where the record date is only given on the bottom of the second page. However, the second page is an oath of allegiance and not keyed. Should the record date on the second page be keyed for the first or the field left blank?		Q: I have come across several Petition #3 forms where the record date is only given on the bottom of the second page. However, the second page is an oath of allegiance and not keyed. Should the record date on the second page be keyed for the first or the field left blank?

	A: We are not to pull information from one image to another. If there in no date on the first page we unfortunately must leave it blank. --[[User:Paulmd199\|Paulmd199]] 16:38, 27 September 2011 (UTC)		A: We are not to pull information from one image to another. If there in no date on the first page we unfortunately must leave it blank. --[[User:Paulmd199\|Paulmd199]] 16:38, 27 September 2011 (UTC)
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	=== '''Glued Pages'''<br> ===		=== '''Glued Pages'''<br> ===
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	Q: I have a Petition for Naturalization and above it, it says 'Glued Pages'.  Most of the Petition is showing except for 2 names of children. Should I key it?		Q: I have a Petition for Naturalization and above it, it says 'Glued Pages'.  Most of the Petition is showing except for 2 names of children. Should I key it?
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-	Q: General question regarding interaction with WAP. I have a high speed connection that I use to download image sets and submit them once I have keyed them.  From the slowness of the downloads and response after submitting the keyed image sets one would think I am using a dial up connection.  Does WAP have any plans to upgrade the system to support the large number of people who are participating as volunteers in the program? ~~<br><br>~~Q: ~~Second question that I have seen mentioned by at least one other person. ~~ Are there any plans to upgrade the keying tool so the image remains at the magnification and display position the keyer placed it in rather than going back to the display magnification and position it had when first opened?  It is rather frustrating to move an image to where the information you need to key can be seen, only to have the image jump to a different position as soon as you start actually keying that information.~~<br><br>~~Q: ~~Third question: ~~ Are there any plans to upgrade the keying tool to accept dual country entries separated by a semi colon as the instructions say to do rather than requiring the keyer to F7 the entry for it to be accepted?~~<br> ~~	+	Q: General question regarding interaction with WAP. I have a high speed connection that I use to download image sets and submit them once I have keyed them.  From the slowness of the downloads and response after submitting the keyed image sets one would think I am using a dial up connection.  Does WAP have any plans to upgrade the system to support the large number of people who are participating as volunteers in the program?
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		+	Q: Are there any plans to upgrade the keying tool so the image remains at the magnification and display position the keyer placed it in rather than going back to the display magnification and position it had when first opened?  It is rather frustrating to move an image to where the information you need to key can be seen, only to have the image jump to a different position as soon as you start actually keying that information.
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		+	Q: Are there any plans to upgrade the keying tool to accept dual country entries separated by a semi colon as the instructions say to do rather than requiring the keyer to F7 the entry for it to be accepted?

Kateshort2: /* Alias Name */

Kateshort2 — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 21:27:54 GMT

Alias Name

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	:A: If the surname is the same, do not enter it as an Alias Surname. -- [[User:Kateshort2\|Kateshort2]] 21:24, 29 January 2012 (UTC)		:A: If the surname is the same, do not enter it as an Alias Surname. -- [[User:Kateshort2\|Kateshort2]] 21:24, 29 January 2012 (UTC)

-	==== Certificate of Arrival ====	+	=== Certificate of Arrival ===

	Q: What catergory do you list a certificate of Arrival under? It has a photo and name and arrival date on it?		Q: What catergory do you list a certificate of Arrival under? It has a photo and name and arrival date on it?

Kateshort2: /* Alias Name */

Kateshort2 — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 21:24:25 GMT

Alias Name

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	Q: I've entered many records to date, primarily Petition #3. Now I'm doing some arbitration, and I realize that some people are listing the name that the petitioner wants to be changed to if admitted as an alias (Section 10, I believe). Before I started doing the abitrations, I didn't even notice this section. Would entering this name as an alias be appropriate if no other alias is given and arrival name is the same? ~lrshea~ 9/2/11		Q: I've entered many records to date, primarily Petition #3. Now I'm doing some arbitration, and I realize that some people are listing the name that the petitioner wants to be changed to if admitted as an alias (Section 10, I believe). Before I started doing the abitrations, I didn't even notice this section. Would entering this name as an alias be appropriate if no other alias is given and arrival name is the same? ~lrshea~ 9/2/11
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		+	:A: If there is a different name for the petitioner anywhere on the form, it is an alias. -- [[User:Kateshort2\|Kateshort2]] 21:24, 29 January 2012 (UTC)

	Q:  If only the first name is an "alias", and surname is the same, do I enter only the first name alias, or repeat the surname?   Pmk 9/16/11		Q:  If only the first name is an "alias", and surname is the same, do I enter only the first name alias, or repeat the surname?   Pmk 9/16/11
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		+	:A: If the surname is the same, do not enter it as an Alias Surname. -- [[User:Kateshort2\|Kateshort2]] 21:24, 29 January 2012 (UTC)

	==== Certificate of Arrival ====		==== Certificate of Arrival ====

Treneelliott1: /* If you have a keying question that is not answered on the project page or in any of the information above, click “EDIT” and ask it here. (If you click on Rich Editor you won't have to worry about formatting your entry.) Then click “WATCH”

Treneelliott1 — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 16:31:18 GMT

/* If you have a keying question that is not answered on the project page or in any of the information above, click “EDIT” and ask it here. (If you click on Rich Editor you won't have to worry about formatting your entry.) Then click “WATCH”

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	==== <span style="color: orange">'''If you have a keying question that is not answered on the project page or in any of the information above, click “EDIT” and ask it here. (If you click on Rich Editor you won't have to worry about formatting your entry.) Then click “WATCH” at the top right on this page and you will be notified via email when an update has been made.'''</span> ====		==== <span style="color: orange">'''If you have a keying question that is not answered on the project page or in any of the information above, click “EDIT” and ask it here. (If you click on Rich Editor you won't have to worry about formatting your entry.) Then click “WATCH” at the top right on this page and you will be notified via email when an update has been made.'''</span> ====
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		+	Q: While there are children listed on a Petition they are noted as being from the wife's first marriage.  Should they be keyed into the form?

	Q: On a Petition for Naturalization 3, the person has listed her father in the children section.  Is the father indexed, and if so, how?		Q: On a Petition for Naturalization 3, the person has listed her father in the children section.  Is the father indexed, and if so, how?
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	Q: Second question that I have seen mentioned by at least one other person.  Are there any plans to upgrade the keying tool so the image remains at the magnification and display position the keyer placed it in rather than going back to the display magnification and position it had when first opened?  It is rather frustrating to move an image to where the information you need to key can be seen, only to have the image jump to a different position as soon as you start actually keying that information.		Q: Second question that I have seen mentioned by at least one other person.  Are there any plans to upgrade the keying tool so the image remains at the magnification and display position the keyer placed it in rather than going back to the display magnification and position it had when first opened?  It is rather frustrating to move an image to where the information you need to key can be seen, only to have the image jump to a different position as soon as you start actually keying that information.

-	Q: Third question:  Are there any plans to upgrade the keying tool to accept dual country entries separated by a semi colon as the instructions say to do rather than requiring the keyer to F7 the entry for it to be accepted?	+	Q: Third question:  Are there any plans to upgrade the keying tool to accept dual country entries separated by a semi colon as the instructions say to do rather than requiring the keyer to F7 the entry for it to be accepted?

	==== <br>Two different forms same information ====		==== <br>Two different forms same information ====

Mitchhollander at 13:55, 20 January 2012

Mitchhollander — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 13:55:20 GMT

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	:A: No, we are not to infer information. --[[User:Mitchhollander\|Mitchhollander]] 12:35, 19 January 2012 (UTC)		:A: No, we are not to infer information. --[[User:Mitchhollander\|Mitchhollander]] 12:35, 19 January 2012 (UTC)
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		+	::Q: If the applicant states their spouse's first name and the witness is the same first and last name, along with the same address, wouldn't this be one and the same as the spouse?
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		+	:::A: Not necessarily. I have an example in my own family research, where two people having the same given name and surname lived in the same household. Although it is likely that the witness and spouse are one and the same, you cannot assume this. Leave the spouse surname blank. --[[User:Mitchhollander\|Mitchhollander]] 13:55, 20 January 2012 (UTC)

	==== Birth Country ====		==== Birth Country ====
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	Q: General question regarding interaction with WAP. I have a high speed connection that I use to download image sets and submit them once I have keyed them.  From the slowness of the downloads and response after submitting the keyed image sets one would think I am using a dial up connection.  Does WAP have any plans to upgrade the system to support the large number of people who are participating as volunteers in the program? <br><br>Q: Second question that I have seen mentioned by at least one other person.  Are there any plans to upgrade the keying tool so the image remains at the magnification and display position the keyer placed it in rather than going back to the display magnification and position it had when first opened?  It is rather frustrating to move an image to where the information you need to key can be seen, only to have the image jump to a different position as soon as you start actually keying that information.<br><br>Q: Third question:  Are there any plans to upgrade the keying tool to accept dual country entries separated by a semi colon as the instructions say to do rather than requiring the keyer to F7 the entry for it to be accepted?<br>		Q: General question regarding interaction with WAP. I have a high speed connection that I use to download image sets and submit them once I have keyed them.  From the slowness of the downloads and response after submitting the keyed image sets one would think I am using a dial up connection.  Does WAP have any plans to upgrade the system to support the large number of people who are participating as volunteers in the program? <br><br>Q: Second question that I have seen mentioned by at least one other person.  Are there any plans to upgrade the keying tool so the image remains at the magnification and display position the keyer placed it in rather than going back to the display magnification and position it had when first opened?  It is rather frustrating to move an image to where the information you need to key can be seen, only to have the image jump to a different position as soon as you start actually keying that information.<br><br>Q: Third question:  Are there any plans to upgrade the keying tool to accept dual country entries separated by a semi colon as the instructions say to do rather than requiring the keyer to F7 the entry for it to be accepted?<br>
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Mrssmitty2003 at 13:37, 20 January 2012

Mrssmitty2003 — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 13:37:02 GMT

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	Q: General question regarding interaction with WAP. I have a high speed connection that I use to download image sets and submit them once I have keyed them.  From the slowness of the downloads and response after submitting the keyed image sets one would think I am using a dial up connection.  Does WAP have any plans to upgrade the system to support the large number of people who are participating as volunteers in the program? <br><br>Q: Second question that I have seen mentioned by at least one other person.  Are there any plans to upgrade the keying tool so the image remains at the magnification and display position the keyer placed it in rather than going back to the display magnification and position it had when first opened?  It is rather frustrating to move an image to where the information you need to key can be seen, only to have the image jump to a different position as soon as you start actually keying that information.<br><br>Q: Third question:  Are there any plans to upgrade the keying tool to accept dual country entries separated by a semi colon as the instructions say to do rather than requiring the keyer to F7 the entry for it to be accepted?<br>		Q: General question regarding interaction with WAP. I have a high speed connection that I use to download image sets and submit them once I have keyed them.  From the slowness of the downloads and response after submitting the keyed image sets one would think I am using a dial up connection.  Does WAP have any plans to upgrade the system to support the large number of people who are participating as volunteers in the program? <br><br>Q: Second question that I have seen mentioned by at least one other person.  Are there any plans to upgrade the keying tool so the image remains at the magnification and display position the keyer placed it in rather than going back to the display magnification and position it had when first opened?  It is rather frustrating to move an image to where the information you need to key can be seen, only to have the image jump to a different position as soon as you start actually keying that information.<br><br>Q: Third question:  Are there any plans to upgrade the keying tool to accept dual country entries separated by a semi colon as the instructions say to do rather than requiring the keyer to F7 the entry for it to be accepted?<br>
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		+	Q: If the applicant states their spouse's first name and the witness is the same first and last name, along with the same address, wouldn't this be one and the same as the spouse?

Mitchhollander at 12:35, 19 January 2012

Mitchhollander — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 12:35:01 GMT

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	:A: Key the name even if it says divorced or widowed. -- [[User:Wiedwoman\|Wiedwoman]] 21:34, 19 July 2011 (UTC)		:A: Key the name even if it says divorced or widowed. -- [[User:Wiedwoman\|Wiedwoman]] 21:34, 19 July 2011 (UTC)
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		+	Q: If you can see that the spouse is also a witness do you use the last name in the spouse last name section?
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		+	:A: No, we are not to infer information. --[[User:Mitchhollander\|Mitchhollander]] 12:35, 19 January 2012 (UTC)

	==== Birth Country ====		==== Birth Country ====
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	Q: General question regarding interaction with WAP. I have a high speed connection that I use to download image sets and submit them once I have keyed them.  From the slowness of the downloads and response after submitting the keyed image sets one would think I am using a dial up connection.  Does WAP have any plans to upgrade the system to support the large number of people who are participating as volunteers in the program? <br><br>Q: Second question that I have seen mentioned by at least one other person.  Are there any plans to upgrade the keying tool so the image remains at the magnification and display position the keyer placed it in rather than going back to the display magnification and position it had when first opened?  It is rather frustrating to move an image to where the information you need to key can be seen, only to have the image jump to a different position as soon as you start actually keying that information.<br><br>Q: Third question:  Are there any plans to upgrade the keying tool to accept dual country entries separated by a semi colon as the instructions say to do rather than requiring the keyer to F7 the entry for it to be accepted?<br>		Q: General question regarding interaction with WAP. I have a high speed connection that I use to download image sets and submit them once I have keyed them.  From the slowness of the downloads and response after submitting the keyed image sets one would think I am using a dial up connection.  Does WAP have any plans to upgrade the system to support the large number of people who are participating as volunteers in the program? <br><br>Q: Second question that I have seen mentioned by at least one other person.  Are there any plans to upgrade the keying tool so the image remains at the magnification and display position the keyer placed it in rather than going back to the display magnification and position it had when first opened?  It is rather frustrating to move an image to where the information you need to key can be seen, only to have the image jump to a different position as soon as you start actually keying that information.<br><br>Q: Third question:  Are there any plans to upgrade the keying tool to accept dual country entries separated by a semi colon as the instructions say to do rather than requiring the keyer to F7 the entry for it to be accepted?<br>
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Mrssmitty2003 at 03:43, 19 January 2012

Mrssmitty2003 — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 03:43:56 GMT

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	Q: General question regarding interaction with WAP. I have a high speed connection that I use to download image sets and submit them once I have keyed them.  From the slowness of the downloads and response after submitting the keyed image sets one would think I am using a dial up connection.  Does WAP have any plans to upgrade the system to support the large number of people who are participating as volunteers in the program? <br><br>Q: Second question that I have seen mentioned by at least one other person.  Are there any plans to upgrade the keying tool so the image remains at the magnification and display position the keyer placed it in rather than going back to the display magnification and position it had when first opened?  It is rather frustrating to move an image to where the information you need to key can be seen, only to have the image jump to a different position as soon as you start actually keying that information.<br><br>Q: Third question:  Are there any plans to upgrade the keying tool to accept dual country entries separated by a semi colon as the instructions say to do rather than requiring the keyer to F7 the entry for it to be accepted?<br>		Q: General question regarding interaction with WAP. I have a high speed connection that I use to download image sets and submit them once I have keyed them.  From the slowness of the downloads and response after submitting the keyed image sets one would think I am using a dial up connection.  Does WAP have any plans to upgrade the system to support the large number of people who are participating as volunteers in the program? <br><br>Q: Second question that I have seen mentioned by at least one other person.  Are there any plans to upgrade the keying tool so the image remains at the magnification and display position the keyer placed it in rather than going back to the display magnification and position it had when first opened?  It is rather frustrating to move an image to where the information you need to key can be seen, only to have the image jump to a different position as soon as you start actually keying that information.<br><br>Q: Third question:  Are there any plans to upgrade the keying tool to accept dual country entries separated by a semi colon as the instructions say to do rather than requiring the keyer to F7 the entry for it to be accepted?<br>
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		+	Q: If you can see that the spouse is also a witness do you use the last name in the spouse last name section?

Thommy63 at 17:56, 18 January 2012

Thommy63 — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 17:56:26 GMT

Mrssmitty2003: I have a naturalization petition for a Nun, Sister Frances OSB Barbara Kelnhofer - how do I enter this?

Mrssmitty2003 — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 01:41:47 GMT

I have a naturalization petition for a Nun, Sister Frances OSB Barbara Kelnhofer - how do I enter this?

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	==== <span style="color: orange;">'''If you have a keying question that is not answered on the project page or in any of the information above, click “EDIT” and ask it here. (If you click on Rich Editor you won't have to worry about formatting your entry.) Then click “WATCH” at the top right on this page and you will be notified via email when an update has been made.'''</span> ====		==== <span style="color: orange;">'''If you have a keying question that is not answered on the project page or in any of the information above, click “EDIT” and ask it here. (If you click on Rich Editor you won't have to worry about formatting your entry.) Then click “WATCH” at the top right on this page and you will be notified via email when an update has been made.'''</span> ====

-	Q: With names like "Jentilina De Cristofaro", am I supposed to put the "De" as part of the given name or part of the surname?	+	Q: With names like "Jentilina De Cristofaro", am I supposed to put the "De" as part of the given name or part of the surname?

-	Q: If the arrival date has two different years, i.e. 1902 or 1903, which year should be keyed?	+	Q: If the arrival date has two different years, i.e. 1902 or 1903, which year should be keyed?

	:A: I key the first year listed, but have never heard an 'official' answer to this question. (that I can remember). -- [[User:Wiedwoman\|Wiedwoman]] 09:46, 8 January 2012 (UTC)		:A: I key the first year listed, but have never heard an 'official' answer to this question. (that I can remember). -- [[User:Wiedwoman\|Wiedwoman]] 09:46, 8 January 2012 (UTC)

-	Q: I have a document that lists their birth location as "Ropa, by Gorlice (Austria) Poland". What location am I supposed to key as the person's birth location, Austria or Poland?	+	Q: I have a document that lists their birth location as "Ropa, by Gorlice (Austria) Poland". What location am I supposed to key as the person's birth location, Austria or Poland?

	:A: Key as Austria; Poland -- [[User:Wiedwoman\|Wiedwoman]] 09:46, 8 January 2012 (UTC)		:A: Key as Austria; Poland -- [[User:Wiedwoman\|Wiedwoman]] 09:46, 8 January 2012 (UTC)

-		+	<br> Q: On the Wiki page, it says "Project Stats" and "My Contribution" with a rating. Are these stats and rating related just to my keying or to all the keyers involved in this project? I am trying to find out how to improve my accuracy and what I am doing wrong. My rating dropped from Excellent to Very Good and I cannot seem to get it back up.
-	Q: On the Wiki page, it says "Project Stats" and "My Contribution" with a rating. Are these stats and rating related just to my keying or to all the keyers involved in this project? I am trying to find out how to improve my accuracy and what I am doing wrong. My rating dropped from Excellent to Very Good and I cannot seem to get it back up.	+

	:A: Project stats are your individual stats. The project feedback is the keying for the entire community of keyers. -- [[User:Wiedwoman\|Wiedwoman]] 09:46, 8 January 2012 (UTC)		:A: Project stats are your individual stats. The project feedback is the keying for the entire community of keyers. -- [[User:Wiedwoman\|Wiedwoman]] 09:46, 8 January 2012 (UTC)
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	Q: Second question that I have seen mentioned by at least one other person.  Are there any plans to upgrade the keying tool so the image remains at the magnification and display position the keyer placed it in rather than going back to the display magnification and position it had when first opened?  It is rather frustrating to move an image to where the information you need to key can be seen, only to have the image jump to a different position as soon as you start actually keying that information.		Q: Second question that I have seen mentioned by at least one other person.  Are there any plans to upgrade the keying tool so the image remains at the magnification and display position the keyer placed it in rather than going back to the display magnification and position it had when first opened?  It is rather frustrating to move an image to where the information you need to key can be seen, only to have the image jump to a different position as soon as you start actually keying that information.

-	Q: Third question:  Are there any plans to upgrade the keying tool to accept dual country entries separated by a semi colon as the instructions say to do rather than requiring the keyer to F7 the entry for it to be accepted?	+	Q: Third question:  Are there any plans to upgrade the keying tool to accept dual country entries separated by a semi colon as the instructions say to do rather than requiring the keyer to F7 the entry for it to be accepted?

	==== <br>Two different forms same information ====		==== <br>Two different forms same information ====
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	A: In the event of multiple aliases, take only the first listed. --[[User:Paulmd199\|Paulmd199]] 16:36, 27 September 2011 (UTC)		A: In the event of multiple aliases, take only the first listed. --[[User:Paulmd199\|Paulmd199]] 16:36, 27 September 2011 (UTC)

-		+	<br> Q: In some cases there is an alias listed on the top of the page, Mary Smith formerly Maria Smyth, and a different name from when they entered the country, Marijanna Smzthsky. What takes precedence? Either option has the potential of making it easier/harder for whomever to track their ancestors.
-	Q: In some cases there is an alias listed on the top of the page, Mary Smith formerly Maria Smyth, and a different name from when they entered the country, Marijanna Smzthsky. What takes precedence? Either option has the potential of making it easier/harder for whomever to track their ancestors.	+

	:A: WAP has stated the first name that is shown as alias is to be the alias. So if Maria Smyth is showing on the first line, it would be the alias. -- [[User:Wiedwoman\|Wiedwoman]] 15:39, 12 July 2011 (UTC)		:A: WAP has stated the first name that is shown as alias is to be the alias. So if Maria Smyth is showing on the first line, it would be the alias. -- [[User:Wiedwoman\|Wiedwoman]] 15:39, 12 July 2011 (UTC)
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	A: If this is the best or only image of this Petition, then yes, key it as best as can be done.  Most fields will be visible.  The dilemma you point out is where some, but not all info is available.  I'd mark the child field Illegible if you can't type them all in, but others may suggest typing what you can.  I'm not sure what is "right" in that case.  Leave other not visible fields blank (unless required to be Cntl-B)--[[User:Rhmaynard\|Rhmaynard]] 13:58, 18 October 2011 (UTC).		A: If this is the best or only image of this Petition, then yes, key it as best as can be done.  Most fields will be visible.  The dilemma you point out is where some, but not all info is available.  I'd mark the child field Illegible if you can't type them all in, but others may suggest typing what you can.  I'm not sure what is "right" in that case.  Leave other not visible fields blank (unless required to be Cntl-B)--[[User:Rhmaynard\|Rhmaynard]] 13:58, 18 October 2011 (UTC).

-	<br> Q: I have a Petition for Citizenship where a court order for it to be amended appears glues to the side of it. The handwritten name can not be read, the typed is crossed out, but the attached amendment with the correct name is readible. Should I even key the document? List it as a cover page?	+	<br> Q: I have a Petition for Citizenship where a court order for it to be amended appears glues to the side of it. The handwritten name can not be read, the typed is crossed out, but the attached amendment with the correct name is readible. Should I even key the document? List it as a cover page?

-	== Keying Tool Issues ==	+	== Keying Tool Issues ==
-		+
-	~~I have asked these questions before but have not received any answers, so I thought I would try asking them again as a new article.~~	+

		+	I have asked these questions before but have not received any answers, so I thought I would try asking them again as a new article.

		+	<br>

	Q: General question regarding interaction with WAP. I have a high speed connection that I use to download image sets and submit them once I have keyed them.  From the slowness of the downloads and response after submitting the keyed image sets one would think I am using a dial up connection.  Does WAP have any plans to upgrade the system to support the large number of people who are participating as volunteers in the program? <br> <br>Q: Second question that I have seen mentioned by at least one other person.  Are there any plans to upgrade the keying tool so the image remains at the magnification and display position the keyer placed it in rather than going back to the display magnification and position it had when first opened?  It is rather frustrating to move an image to where the information you need to key can be seen, only to have the image jump to a different position as soon as you start actually keying that information.<br> <br>Q: Third question:  Are there any plans to upgrade the keying tool to accept dual country entries separated by a semi colon as the instructions say to do rather than requiring the keyer to F7 the entry for it to be accepted?<br>		Q: General question regarding interaction with WAP. I have a high speed connection that I use to download image sets and submit them once I have keyed them.  From the slowness of the downloads and response after submitting the keyed image sets one would think I am using a dial up connection.  Does WAP have any plans to upgrade the system to support the large number of people who are participating as volunteers in the program? <br> <br>Q: Second question that I have seen mentioned by at least one other person.  Are there any plans to upgrade the keying tool so the image remains at the magnification and display position the keyer placed it in rather than going back to the display magnification and position it had when first opened?  It is rather frustrating to move an image to where the information you need to key can be seen, only to have the image jump to a different position as soon as you start actually keying that information.<br> <br>Q: Third question:  Are there any plans to upgrade the keying tool to accept dual country entries separated by a semi colon as the instructions say to do rather than requiring the keyer to F7 the entry for it to be accepted?<br>

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	== Extra Keying Helps ==		== Extra Keying Helps ==

-	Here's a tip that I use when looking at images. If you will use control-S after opening each image it will reduce so that you can tell if it is a keyable form, cover page or duplicate. It makes it small enough to tell if it is the same image (duplicate) or a different page. -- [[User:Wiedwoman\|Wiedwoman]] 16:15, 4 June 2011 (UTC) <br>	+	Here's a tip that I use when looking at images. If you will use control-S after opening each image it will reduce so that you can tell if it is a keyable form, cover page or duplicate. It makes it small enough to tell if it is the same image (duplicate) or a different page. -- [[User:Wiedwoman\|Wiedwoman]] 16:15, 4 June 2011 (UTC) <br>

	== Common Keying Errors Found by Reviewers ==		== Common Keying Errors Found by Reviewers ==
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	Children - Do not key a number, key their names.		Children - Do not key a number, key their names.

-	<br>	+	<br>

	== Questions and Answers ==		== Questions and Answers ==

-	==== <span style="color: orange;">'''If you have a keying question that is not answered on the project page or in any of the information above, click “EDIT” and ask it here. (If you click on Rich Editor you won't have to worry about formatting your entry.) Then click “WATCH” at the top right on this page and you will be notified via email when an update has been made.'''</span> ====	+	==== <span style="color: orange">'''If you have a keying question that is not answered on the project page or in any of the information above, click “EDIT” and ask it here. (If you click on Rich Editor you won't have to worry about formatting your entry.) Then click “WATCH” at the top right on this page and you will be notified via email when an update has been made.'''</span> ====
		+
		+	Q: On a Petition for Naturalization 3, the person has listed her father in the children section.  Is the father indexed, and if so, how?

	Q: With names like "Jentilina De Cristofaro", am I supposed to put the "De" as part of the given name or part of the surname?		Q: With names like "Jentilina De Cristofaro", am I supposed to put the "De" as part of the given name or part of the surname?
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	:A: Key as Austria; Poland -- [[User:Wiedwoman\|Wiedwoman]] 09:46, 8 January 2012 (UTC)		:A: Key as Austria; Poland -- [[User:Wiedwoman\|Wiedwoman]] 09:46, 8 January 2012 (UTC)

-	<br> Q: On the Wiki page, it says "Project Stats" and "My Contribution" with a rating. Are these stats and rating related just to my keying or to all the keyers involved in this project? I am trying to find out how to improve my accuracy and what I am doing wrong. My rating dropped from Excellent to Very Good and I cannot seem to get it back up.	+	<br>Q: On the Wiki page, it says "Project Stats" and "My Contribution" with a rating. Are these stats and rating related just to my keying or to all the keyers involved in this project? I am trying to find out how to improve my accuracy and what I am doing wrong. My rating dropped from Excellent to Very Good and I cannot seem to get it back up.

	:A: Project stats are your individual stats. The project feedback is the keying for the entire community of keyers. -- [[User:Wiedwoman\|Wiedwoman]] 09:46, 8 January 2012 (UTC)		:A: Project stats are your individual stats. The project feedback is the keying for the entire community of keyers. -- [[User:Wiedwoman\|Wiedwoman]] 09:46, 8 January 2012 (UTC)
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	==== <br>Two different forms same information ====		==== <br>Two different forms same information ====

-	Q: I am working on a set with two documents about the same person the first document is a Declarations of Intent the second a Petition for Naturalization the only difference is the date of the documents do I key both because they are different types of documents?<br>	+	Q: I am working on a set with two documents about the same person the first document is a Declarations of Intent the second a Petition for Naturalization the only difference is the date of the documents do I key both because they are different types of documents?<br>

	:A: If it is a full page declaration it would be keyed as a petition 3. -- [[User:Wiedwoman\|Wiedwoman]] 02:39, 24 July 2011 (UTC)		:A: If it is a full page declaration it would be keyed as a petition 3. -- [[User:Wiedwoman\|Wiedwoman]] 02:39, 24 July 2011 (UTC)
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	==== Letter stating institution of cancelation of naturalization ====		==== Letter stating institution of cancelation of naturalization ====

-	Q: Am I correct to assume that a letter stating that a naturalization would be keyed in as a "cover page". It is an actual letter no form involved. The same with all the other paper work that has been scanned? <br>	+	Q: Am I correct to assume that a letter stating that a naturalization would be keyed in as a "cover page". It is an actual letter no form involved. The same with all the other paper work that has been scanned? <br>

	:A: Letters are classified as cover pages -- [[User:Wiedwoman\|Wiedwoman]] 02:12, 24 February 2011 (UTC)		:A: Letters are classified as cover pages -- [[User:Wiedwoman\|Wiedwoman]] 02:12, 24 February 2011 (UTC)
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	A: In the event of multiple aliases, take only the first listed. --[[User:Paulmd199\|Paulmd199]] 16:36, 27 September 2011 (UTC)		A: In the event of multiple aliases, take only the first listed. --[[User:Paulmd199\|Paulmd199]] 16:36, 27 September 2011 (UTC)

-	<br> Q: In some cases there is an alias listed on the top of the page, Mary Smith formerly Maria Smyth, and a different name from when they entered the country, Marijanna Smzthsky. What takes precedence? Either option has the potential of making it easier/harder for whomever to track their ancestors.	+	<br>Q: In some cases there is an alias listed on the top of the page, Mary Smith formerly Maria Smyth, and a different name from when they entered the country, Marijanna Smzthsky. What takes precedence? Either option has the potential of making it easier/harder for whomever to track their ancestors.

	:A: WAP has stated the first name that is shown as alias is to be the alias. So if Maria Smyth is showing on the first line, it would be the alias. -- [[User:Wiedwoman\|Wiedwoman]] 15:39, 12 July 2011 (UTC)		:A: WAP has stated the first name that is shown as alias is to be the alias. So if Maria Smyth is showing on the first line, it would be the alias. -- [[User:Wiedwoman\|Wiedwoman]] 15:39, 12 July 2011 (UTC)
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	:A: you may continue typing. All of the data will be preserved. You may also adjust the field width to allow more visible space. --[[User:Paulmd199\|Paulmd199]] 23:45, 26 September 2011 (UTC)		:A: you may continue typing. All of the data will be preserved. You may also adjust the field width to allow more visible space. --[[User:Paulmd199\|Paulmd199]] 23:45, 26 September 2011 (UTC)

-	<br>	+	<br>

	== Record Date for Petition #3 ==		== Record Date for Petition #3 ==
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	A: We are not to pull information from one image to another. If there in no date on the first page we unfortunately must leave it blank. --[[User:Paulmd199\|Paulmd199]] 16:38, 27 September 2011 (UTC)		A: We are not to pull information from one image to another. If there in no date on the first page we unfortunately must leave it blank. --[[User:Paulmd199\|Paulmd199]] 16:38, 27 September 2011 (UTC)

-	<br>	+	<br>

-	=== '''Glued Pages'''<br> ===	+	=== '''Glued Pages'''<br> ===

	______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________		______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

-	<br>	+	<br>

	Q: I have a Petition for Naturalization and above it, it says 'Glued Pages'.  Most of the Petition is showing except for 2 names of children. Should I key it?		Q: I have a Petition for Naturalization and above it, it says 'Glued Pages'.  Most of the Petition is showing except for 2 names of children. Should I key it?
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	A: If this is the best or only image of this Petition, then yes, key it as best as can be done.  Most fields will be visible.  The dilemma you point out is where some, but not all info is available.  I'd mark the child field Illegible if you can't type them all in, but others may suggest typing what you can.  I'm not sure what is "right" in that case.  Leave other not visible fields blank (unless required to be Cntl-B)--[[User:Rhmaynard\|Rhmaynard]] 13:58, 18 October 2011 (UTC).		A: If this is the best or only image of this Petition, then yes, key it as best as can be done.  Most fields will be visible.  The dilemma you point out is where some, but not all info is available.  I'd mark the child field Illegible if you can't type them all in, but others may suggest typing what you can.  I'm not sure what is "right" in that case.  Leave other not visible fields blank (unless required to be Cntl-B)--[[User:Rhmaynard\|Rhmaynard]] 13:58, 18 October 2011 (UTC).

-	<br> Q: I have a Petition for Citizenship where a court order for it to be amended appears glues to the side of it. The handwritten name can not be read, the typed is crossed out, but the attached amendment with the correct name is readible. Should I even key the document? List it as a cover page?	+	<br>Q: I have a Petition for Citizenship where a court order for it to be amended appears glues to the side of it. The handwritten name can not be read, the typed is crossed out, but the attached amendment with the correct name is readible. Should I even key the document? List it as a cover page?

	== Keying Tool Issues ==		== Keying Tool Issues ==
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	I have asked these questions before but have not received any answers, so I thought I would try asking them again as a new article.		I have asked these questions before but have not received any answers, so I thought I would try asking them again as a new article.

-	<br>	+	<br>

-	Q: General question regarding interaction with WAP. I have a high speed connection that I use to download image sets and submit them once I have keyed them.  From the slowness of the downloads and response after submitting the keyed image sets one would think I am using a dial up connection.  Does WAP have any plans to upgrade the system to support the large number of people who are participating as volunteers in the program? <br> <br>Q: Second question that I have seen mentioned by at least one other person.  Are there any plans to upgrade the keying tool so the image remains at the magnification and display position the keyer placed it in rather than going back to the display magnification and position it had when first opened?  It is rather frustrating to move an image to where the information you need to key can be seen, only to have the image jump to a different position as soon as you start actually keying that information.<br> <br>Q: Third question:  Are there any plans to upgrade the keying tool to accept dual country entries separated by a semi colon as the instructions say to do rather than requiring the keyer to F7 the entry for it to be accepted?<br>	+	Q: General question regarding interaction with WAP. I have a high speed connection that I use to download image sets and submit them once I have keyed them.  From the slowness of the downloads and response after submitting the keyed image sets one would think I am using a dial up connection.  Does WAP have any plans to upgrade the system to support the large number of people who are participating as volunteers in the program? <br><br>Q: Second question that I have seen mentioned by at least one other person.  Are there any plans to upgrade the keying tool so the image remains at the magnification and display position the keyer placed it in rather than going back to the display magnification and position it had when first opened?  It is rather frustrating to move an image to where the information you need to key can be seen, only to have the image jump to a different position as soon as you start actually keying that information.<br><br>Q: Third question:  Are there any plans to upgrade the keying tool to accept dual country entries separated by a semi colon as the instructions say to do rather than requiring the keyer to F7 the entry for it to be accepted?<br>