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No forename written on census sheet

Discussion in 'General Genealogical Queries' started by LesC, Dec 23, 2023.

  1. LesC

    LesC LostCousins Star

    I have an instance where the wife's forename is not given on the census form.
    See 1881 census RG11 Piece 1503 Folio 21 Page 36 - 1st entry, surname "Goodall".
    I can't find any info about this in the FAQ's, so please, how do I enter her into the LostCousins database?
    A blank forename is not excepted, neither is a "?" as transcribed on FMP.
    I have entered a "-" which has been accepted. Is this correct / ok?
    Thanks,
    Les.
     
    LesC, Dec 23, 2023
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  2. peter

    peter Administrator Staff Member

    If a forename is missing you should enter a 'full stop', as this will be accepted but converted to a blank. This isn't in the FAQs because it is such a rare occurence.
     
    peter, Dec 24, 2023
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  3. LesC

    LesC LostCousins Star

    Hi Peter,
    Many thanks for the info. I have updated the entry with a 'full stop'.
    Les.
     
    LesC, Dec 24, 2023
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