I need to list the people in a photo, below the photo. The picture will be framed, not in a magazine, etc. What is the proper punctuation? The way I originally typed the names follows but I am ready to finalize the layout and want to know the proper format. The way I have it now:
1. Catherine, March 11, 1874; 2. Alice Bell, July 8, 1875; 3. Birdie Alberdine, February 14, 1877; 4. Mary Adella, November 15, 1879… and so on for eight people.
If I number each person, is additional punctuation required between the names as I have typed it or do the numbers stand alone? Should the individual names even be numbered? I am really not certain what the proper format is.
I am on a deadline to complete this restored photo and layout for a client so a prompt reply would be greatly appreciated.
I think you ought to indicate 'left to right," and avoid numbering but use the rest of the information as you now have it.
Of course it can't be assumed that they're all in one line, or in straight lines if there are more than one.
I don't believe there's anything wrong with your style, Karin. In these cases it's better to go for clarity.
(I remember my 74-person graduation picture came with a separate sheet of numbered outlines, so that each person could easily be identified.)