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 *'''''Family History Centers.''''' Copies of most of the records on microform at the Family History Library can be loaned to our Family History Centers. There are small duplication and postage fees for this service. The library's books cannot be loaned to the centers, but copies of many books that are not protected by copyright can be obtained on microfilm or microfiche. For more information see [[Family History Library and Family History Centers: Library Services and Resources|Family History Library and Family History Centers: Library Services and Resources]] (32957). For addresses and telephone numbers of centers near you, [http://www.familysearch.org/eng/library/FHC/frameset_fhc.asp click here], or telephone Family History Center Support, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. mountain time, at 800-346- 6044.
 *'''''Local libraries and interlibrary loan.''''' Public and university libraries have many published sources as well as some records on microform. Most of these libraries also provide interlibrary loan services that allow you to borrow many records from other libraries. Although books at the Family History Library cannot be loaned to a Family History Center or other libraries, copies of these same books can often be obtained through your nearest public library.
-*'''''Courthouses and archives.''''' Many of the original documents you will need are at state, county, and town courthouses and archives. While the Family History Library has many of these records on microfilm, additional records are available only at the courthouse. You can visit these record repositories or request photocopies of their records through correspondence. Very few archives will search the original documents for you, but, for a small fee, many will search an index and provide copies of the information they find. (See the “[[United_States_Archives_and_Libraries|Archives and Libraries]]” section of this article for further information.)
+*'''''Courthouses and archives.''''' Many of the original documents you will need are at state, county, and town courthouses and archives. While the Family History Library has many of these records on microfilm, additional records are available only at the courthouse. You can visit these record repositories or request photocopies of their records through correspondence. Very few archives will search the original documents for you, but, for a small fee, many will search an index and provide copies of the information they find. (See the “[[United States Archives and Libraries|Archives and Libraries]]” section of this article for further information.)
-*'''''Genealogical and Historical Societies.''''' Many counties and states have genealogical and historical societies that collect family and local histories, Bible records, cemetery records, genealogies, manuscripts, newspapers, and records of pioneers. Some societies are able to briefly search their records for you. (See also the “[[United_States_Societies|Societies]]” section of this article.)
+*'''''Genealogical and Historical Societies.''''' Many counties and states have genealogical and historical societies that collect family and local histories, Bible records, cemetery records, genealogies, manuscripts, newspapers, and records of pioneers. Some societies are able to briefly search their records for you. (See also the “[[United States Societies|Societies]]” section of this article.)
-*'''''Professional researchers.''''' You can employ private researchers to search the records for you. Lists of professional researchers are available on the Internet from the&nbsp;• [http://www.icapgen.com/Programs/aglist.htm#SearchAG International Commission for the Accreditation of Professional Genealogists], • [http://www.bcgcertification.org/associates/index.php Board for Certification of Genealogists], and the • [http://www.apgen.org/directory/search.html?type=geo_specialty&new_search=true Association of Professional Genealogists]. Local archives, libraries, and societies may also provide the names of individuals in the area who will search records for you. For more information about professional researchers see the [[Hiring_a_Professional_Researcher|Hiring a Professional Genealogist Resource Guide]] Wiki article.
+*'''''Professional researchers.''''' You can employ private researchers to search the records for you. Lists of professional researchers are available on the Internet from the&nbsp;• [http://www.icapgen.com/Programs/aglist.htm#SearchAG International Commission for the Accreditation of Professional Genealogists], • [http://www.bcgcertification.org/associates/index.php Board for Certification of Genealogists], and the • [http://www.apgen.org/directory/search.html?type=geo_specialty&new_search=true Association of Professional Genealogists]. Local archives, libraries, and societies may also provide the names of individuals in the area who will search records for you. For more information about professional researchers see the [[Hiring a Professional Researcher|Hiring a Professional Genealogist Resource Guide]] Wiki article.
 *'''''Photocopies.''''' The Family History Library and many other libraries offer limited photoduplication services for a small fee. Most will provide a few photocopies, but only if you specify the exact pages you need. Many will also photocopy a few pages of an index or an alphabetical record (such as a city directory) for a specific surname.
 *'''''Publishers.''''' You can purchase records from their publishers if the records are still in print. A local book dealer or library can help you identify and contact publishers. A helpful list of genealogical publishers and publications is:
-:Hoffman, Marian. Genealogical and Local History Books in Print, 5th ed. Baltimore: Genealogical Publishing, 1996. (FHL book 973 D23h; computer number 784541.)
+:Hoffman, Marian. [http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/35098313&referer=brief_results Genealogical and Local History Books in Print, 5th ed]. Baltimore: Genealogical Publishing, 1996. (FHL book 973 D23h.)
-:You can purchase Family History Library publications (research outlines, resource guides, and genealogical word lists.) from the Salt Lake Distribution Center or from the library. This article often gives the number you need to order the publication (a five-digit number in parentheses) after its title. You can find titles, number of pages, prices, and order numbers in the free Family History Publications List (34083). The Family History Library and Family History Centers do not sell books.
+:You can purchase Family History Library publications mentioned in these articles are now available as part of this FamilySearch Wiki.
 *'''''Bookstores.''''' Some bookstores carry newer family history books. Often you can obtain out-of-print books from the very large bookstores. For a small fee they can advertise nationwide for old books.