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''[[United States]] | ''[[United States]] [[Image:Gotoarrow.png]] [[Iowa]] [[Image:Gotoarrow.png]] [[Iowa_Search_Strategies|Search Strategies]]'' | ||
This set of Wiki pages describes major sources of information about families from [[ | This set of Wiki pages describes major sources of information about families from [[Iowa]]. As you read the Iowa Wiki pages, also study the [[United States]] Wiki pages, which will help you understand terminology and the contents and uses of genealogical records. | ||
== Strategy for Using These Wiki Pages == | == Strategy for Using These Wiki Pages == | ||
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Before using these Iowa Wiki pages, you need to decide what you would like to learn about one of your ancestors, such as a birth date or a maiden name. | Before using these Iowa Wiki pages, you need to decide what you would like to learn about one of your ancestors, such as a birth date or a maiden name. | ||
After you have decided what information you want to find, look at the [[Iowa Record | After you have decided what information you want to find, look at the [[Iowa Record Selection Table|Record Selection Table]]. Column 1 lists the kinds of information you may need and columns 2 and 3 suggest the best types of records for finding that information. | ||
There is a separate Iowa Wiki page for each type of record. These pages give more information about the records and how to find them. These pages are also listed in alphabetical order in the '''Iowa Topics''' area of the [[Iowa | There is a separate Iowa Wiki page for each type of record. These pages give more information about the records and how to find them. These pages are also listed in alphabetical order in the '''Iowa Topics''' area of the [[Iowa|main page for Iowa]]. | ||
=== Records Available from the | === Records Available from the Family History Library === | ||
==== References to Using the | ==== References to Using the FHL Catalog ==== | ||
The [[Introduction to the | The [[Introduction to the Family History Library Catalog|Family History Library Catalog]], or FHL Catalog, is a listing of all the records available at the [[Family History Library]]. The catalog is available on the Internet, and at the Family History Library, and at each [[Finding a Family History Center|Family History Center]]. Staff there can help you learn to use the catalog. | ||
This set of Wiki pages gives instructions for finding information in the catalog. For example, on the page called “ Iowa Census,” you may find the following statement: | This set of Wiki pages gives instructions for finding information in the catalog. For example, on the page called “ Iowa Census,” you may find the following statement: | ||
For more information about census records, look in the ''Place Search'' of the | For more information about census records, look in the ''Place Search'' of the Family History Library Catalog under: | ||
::IOWA - CENSUS | ::IOWA - CENSUS | ||
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:*A town in a county in Iowa, and then the subject CENSUS.<br><br> | :*A town in a county in Iowa, and then the subject CENSUS.<br><br> | ||
For additional information on using the catalog, see [[Introduction to the | For additional information on using the catalog, see [[Introduction to the Family History Library Catalog]]. | ||
==== | ==== FHL Call Numbers ==== | ||
Some of the sources described in the Iowa Wiki pages list the | Some of the sources described in the Iowa Wiki pages list the Family History Library’s book, microfilm, microfiche, and compact disc numbers in parenthesis. These are preceded by '''''FHL''''', the abbreviation for [[Family History Library]]. These numbers may be used to locate materials in the Family History Library, and to order microfilm and microfiche at [[Finding a Family History Center|Family History Centers]]. FHL books do ''not'' circulate to Family History Centers. | ||
=== Book Copies at Other Repositories === | === Book Copies at Other Repositories === | ||
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The WorldCat, or WorldCatalog, is a listing of all the records available at thousands of repositories primarily in the United States and Canada. By clicking a WorldCat link you will open the Internet to the WorldCat description of that particular book. Part of the WorldCat book description includes a list of libraries nearest your home zip code with a copy of that book in their collection. | The WorldCat, or WorldCatalog, is a listing of all the records available at thousands of repositories primarily in the United States and Canada. By clicking a WorldCat link you will open the Internet to the WorldCat description of that particular book. Part of the WorldCat book description includes a list of libraries nearest your home zip code with a copy of that book in their collection. | ||
The WorldCat catalog network was formerly known as OCLC. The [ | The WorldCat catalog network was formerly known as OCLC. The [[Family History Library]] is ''not '' part of the WorldCat network. | ||
=== References to Other Wiki Pages or Internet Sites === | === References to Other Wiki Pages or Internet Sites === | ||
This set of Iowa Wiki pages refers to many other | This set of Iowa Wiki pages refers to many other pages or sites that may help you in your research. Their titles are in blue or purple. | ||
== Use Large Databases Early in Your Research == | == Use Large Databases Early in Your Research == | ||
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An important starting strategy is to search large Internet databases for information about a selected ancestor. For example, search databases listed in [[Major Databases for Beginning United States Research]]. | An important starting strategy is to search large Internet databases for information about a selected ancestor. For example, search databases listed in [[Major Databases for Beginning United States Research]]. | ||
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Iowa Search Strategies
This set of Wiki pages describes major sources of information about families from Iowa. As you read the Iowa Wiki pages, also study the United States Wiki pages, which will help you understand terminology and the contents and uses of genealogical records.
Strategy for Using These Wiki Pages[edit | edit source]
Before using these Iowa Wiki pages, you need to decide what you would like to learn about one of your ancestors, such as a birth date or a maiden name.
After you have decided what information you want to find, look at the Record Selection Table. Column 1 lists the kinds of information you may need and columns 2 and 3 suggest the best types of records for finding that information.
There is a separate Iowa Wiki page for each type of record. These pages give more information about the records and how to find them. These pages are also listed in alphabetical order in the Iowa Topics area of the main page for Iowa.
Records Available from the Family History Library[edit | edit source]
References to Using the FHL Catalog[edit | edit source]
The Family History Library Catalog, or FHL Catalog, is a listing of all the records available at the Family History Library. The catalog is available on the Internet, and at the Family History Library, and at each Family History Center. Staff there can help you learn to use the catalog.
This set of Wiki pages gives instructions for finding information in the catalog. For example, on the page called “ Iowa Census,” you may find the following statement:
For more information about census records, look in the Place Search of the Family History Library Catalog under:
- IOWA - CENSUS
- IOWA, [COUNTY]- CENSUS
- IOWA, [COUNTY], [TOWN] - CENSUS
This statement tells you to look in the catalog under:
- Iowa, and then the subject CENSUS.
- A county in Iowa, and then the subject CENSUS.
- A town in a county in Iowa, and then the subject CENSUS.
For additional information on using the catalog, see Introduction to the Family History Library Catalog.
FHL Call Numbers[edit | edit source]
Some of the sources described in the Iowa Wiki pages list the Family History Library’s book, microfilm, microfiche, and compact disc numbers in parenthesis. These are preceded by FHL, the abbreviation for Family History Library. These numbers may be used to locate materials in the Family History Library, and to order microfilm and microfiche at Family History Centers. FHL books do not circulate to Family History Centers.
Book Copies at Other Repositories[edit | edit source]
The WorldCat, or WorldCatalog, is a listing of all the records available at thousands of repositories primarily in the United States and Canada. By clicking a WorldCat link you will open the Internet to the WorldCat description of that particular book. Part of the WorldCat book description includes a list of libraries nearest your home zip code with a copy of that book in their collection.
The WorldCat catalog network was formerly known as OCLC. The Family History Library is not part of the WorldCat network.
References to Other Wiki Pages or Internet Sites[edit | edit source]
This set of Iowa Wiki pages refers to many other pages or sites that may help you in your research. Their titles are in blue or purple.
Use Large Databases Early in Your Research[edit | edit source]
An important starting strategy is to search large Internet databases for information about a selected ancestor. For example, search databases listed in Major Databases for Beginning United States Research.