Joanne, In New York, I found naturalization papers in the local county archives. Check with the local historical society; I bet they can direct you. Jan Joanne R. Chapin wrote: > > Hello, > Where are the naturalization records for the state kept? A friend of > mine from CA is trying to trace some naturalization records from the > 1800's and has spoken to a town clerk, who put her in touch with probate > court..(I have no idea why) and the probate judge said she had no idea > where the records would be. My friend will appreciate any help we can > give her. > > Thanks, > Joanne R. Chapin > New Milford, CT