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*'''''Make copies from the most original source.''''' The closer to the original source (fewer generations of copies), the less chance reproduction errors have been introduced. | *'''''Make copies from the most original source.''''' The closer to the original source (fewer generations of copies), the less chance reproduction errors have been introduced. | ||
*'''''Make copies as clear and readable as possible.''''' This helps you and others see all the data and clues. | *'''''Make copies as clear and readable as possible.''''' This helps you and others see all the data and clues. | ||
*'''Preserve citation/source information'''. When making photocopies from a book, article, etc., FIRST copy the information on the back of the title page, which includes: the | *'''Preserve citation/source information'''. When making photocopies from a book, article, etc., FIRST copy the information on the back of the title page, which includes: the title of the work, the person or body responsible for its intellectual content, the place of publication, the name of the publisher and the year of publication. ..further information about the publication of the book, including its copyright This information is frequently printed on the verso of the title page. | ||
*'''''Capture the context.''''' Make sure you copy all relevant pieces and know what is before and after your pages in the source. | *'''''Capture the context.''''' Make sure you copy all relevant pieces and know what is before and after your pages in the source. | ||
*'''''Search nearby for neighbors and relatives.''''' Part of the context of a document is the [[Research a Family in Community Context|family’s community]]. When you know the role of neighbors and associates you often discover they were also relatives of your ancestor. | *'''''Search nearby for neighbors and relatives.''''' Part of the context of a document is the [[Research a Family in Community Context|family’s community]]. When you know the role of neighbors and associates you often discover they were also relatives of your ancestor. | ||
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