When transcribing a document (or trying to interpret creative spelling that is clear to read), consider reading the item or document out loud. Sometimes words that don’t click when read silently do when heard aloud.

Talking to yourself may have the added benefit of others in your household leaving you alone–allowing you to focus on your research.

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