How to import ratings from previous library

I have a corrupted iPhoto '09 library (my aliases have somehow turned into actual files of zero kb) and now iPhoto can't find the original pictures.
If I were to just create a new library and import all my photos again (this time as a managed library), how can I apply my ratings (the little stars) from my previous library? If I name all my events the same, etc. I'm thinking there could be some album data file or something that I could copy into the iPhoto Library package (in a sense replacing the new one with the old one).
Is this or something similar possible?
Message was edited by: hillbillyRockstar
Message was edited by: hillbillyRockstar

I'm afraid the only way to move rating from one Library to another is with iPhoto Library Manager. You cannot write ratings to a file as there is no IPTC convention for them. As your previous Library is damaged you may be out of luck.
Regards
TD

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