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• Barnes, Thomas C. et al. Northern New Spain: A Research Guide. Tucson: University of Arizona Press, 1981. FS Library Book 973 H27ba. This book describes the jurisdictions and documents of the government and the Roman Catholic Church. It also includes information on archives, maps, handwriting, and terminology.

• Spiros, Joyce V. H. Handy Genealogical Guide to New Mexico. Gallup, New Mexico: Verlene Publishing, 1981. FS Library Book 978.9 D27s; Fiche 6051310. This book describes the history, records, and archives of each county.

• Eichholz, Alice, ed. Red Book: American State, County, and Town Sources. 3rd ed. Provo, Utah: Ancestry, 2004. Free online version; FS Library Book 973 D27rb 2004; WorldCat entry. Contains bibliographies and background information on history and ethnic groups. Also contains maps and tables showing when each county was created.