I've noticed some file names that are not within the guidelines. The
Archives are growing so huge (over 5 gigs of text data), we need to make
sure we continue standardized directory structures and file names.
For instance, some will files are named w-r240xxx.txt or o-r240xxx.txt.
I know some of you use the "w" to identify the file as a will on your
own hard drive and the "o" for obits, but once it gets online, it should
reflect the directory structure. Since the file is in the /wills/ or
/obits/ directory, it's obvious to the researcher that the file is
indeed a will or obit. Using the "w" puts the file in alpha order by
"w"
and not by the surname.
If you have any questions, please review the guidelines which explain
the directory structures and file naming:
http://www.rootsweb.com/~usgenweb/guide2.htm (linked from the main
Guidelines page)
I'd still like to stress using Soundex, and also combining wills when
possible into one file, such as willbk01.txt for the Will Book 1 (if the
will book source is listed by the submitter).
Also, lowercase please. :)
There is no hurry to change the ones online now, but if you start
uploading them with the correct file name, it will save a lot of time
later.
Thanks to all of you for your work and dedication to this project.
Linda