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For more information see [[Hiring a Professional Researcher|Hiring a Professional Researcher]]. | For more information see [[Hiring a Professional Researcher|Hiring a Professional Researcher]]. | ||
'''''Photocopies.''''' The Family History Library (see [[Photoduplication Services|Photoduplication Services]]) and many other libraries will make limited photocopies for a small fee. You will need to 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. | '''''Photocopies.''''' The [[Family History Library]] (see [[Photoduplication Services|Photoduplication Services]]) and many other libraries will make limited photocopies for a small fee. You will need to 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. | ||
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. | ||