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RLP 338: When City Directory Indexing Goes Wrong

The Research Like a Pro Genealogy Podcast

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Navigating Indexing and Imaging Errors in City Directories

This chapter delves into the frequent indexing and catalog issues found in U.S. City Directories, stressing the necessity of careful source analysis. The speakers share audience experiences with missing entries and imaging errors, ultimately advocating for the examination of original documents over reliance on digitized databases for improved research results.

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