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Many journals have their own excellent indexes. English language (and French-Canadian) genealogical periodicals are also collectively indexed on the Internet in the [[Periodical Source Index (PERSI)|''Periodical Source Index'']] at [http://persi.heritagequestonline.com/hqoweb/library/do/persi Heritage Quest Online]. This is a subscription site, but many [[Introduction to LDS Family History Centers|Family History Centers]] and other genealogical libraries have a subscription and let visitors use it for free. | Many journals have their own excellent indexes. English language (and French-Canadian) genealogical periodicals are also collectively indexed on the Internet in the [[Periodical Source Index (PERSI)|''Periodical Source Index'']] at [http://persi.heritagequestonline.com/hqoweb/library/do/persi Heritage Quest Online]. This is a subscription site, but many [[Introduction to LDS Family History Centers|Family History Centers]] and other genealogical libraries have a subscription and let visitors use it for free. | ||
=== E-mail and Correspondence === | === '''E-mail and Correspondence''' === | ||
Strive to see the most original record with your own eyes. Never fully trust records selected or copied by someone else because they may have been overlooked something important. | Strive to see the most original record with your own eyes. Never fully trust records selected or copied by someone else because they may have been overlooked something important. | ||
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If they provide any at all, most libraries offer only limited correspondence services, primarily to help patrons get access to the library's records. They do not offer extensive research services. Inquire about the services or fees before you send a request. Limit requests to one or two questions or topics. For detailed requests, you will need to hire a professional genealogist. | If they provide any at all, most libraries offer only limited correspondence services, primarily to help patrons get access to the library's records. They do not offer extensive research services. Inquire about the services or fees before you send a request. Limit requests to one or two questions or topics. For detailed requests, you will need to hire a professional genealogist. | ||
{{Principles}} | {{Principles}} | ||
[[Category:Repositories]] [[Category:Obtain_and_Search_the_Records|Obtain_and_Search_the_Records]] | [[Category:Repositories]] [[Category:Obtain_and_Search_the_Records|Obtain_and_Search_the_Records]] | ||