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Was there a minimum age limit before someone would be listed in the city directory?

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My guess is about 18, does that make sense? Am I thinking too much in the here and now?
in The Tree House by Michael Hruska G2G6 Mach 5 (52.3k points)

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I think 18 is about right.  I have found college students in city directories and young people who were living one their own.  Some 17-18 year olds out of school and with jobs are also shown.
by Vic Watt G2G6 Pilot (330k points)

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