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Burley Idaho FamilySearch Center/Resources (view source)
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== ''' | == '''Resources for Genealogical Research''' == | ||
===Computers and Internet Access=== | ===Computers and Internet Access=== | ||
The library has 20 new Windows 10 touchscreen computers in the upstairs lab, with an additional 20 Windows 10 computers in the downstairs classroom. All library computers have Internet access. Personal laptops can connect to the Internet wirelessly. Many helpful research resources are available from the desktop of the library computers and include free use of many subscription websites, use of popular data management programs, and direct Internet links to other resources. | The library has 20 new Windows-10 touchscreen computers in the upstairs lab, with an additional 20 Windows 10 computers in the downstairs classroom. All library computers have Internet access. Personal laptops can connect to the Internet wirelessly. Many helpful research resources are available from the desktop of the library computers and include free use of many subscription websites, use of popular data management programs, and direct Internet links to other resources. | ||
===Free Subscription Websites=== | ===Free Subscription Websites=== | ||
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=== Books and Other Printed Material === | === Books and Other Printed Material === | ||
The library has a collection of print books which cover many aspects of genealogical research including records from | The library has a collection of print books which cover many aspects of genealogical research including records from Idaho, the United States and some foreign countries. Over 425,000 full text books are available online through the FamilySearch Catalog. | ||
===Microfilm Readers and Microfilm === | ===Microfilm Readers and Microfilm === | ||
The library is equipped with a microfilm reader as well as microfilm microfiche copier/scanner/printer that has the capability to print images or save them in digital format. The library has a small collection of films. Most microfilms can now be viewed online through the FamilySearch Catalog. | The library is equipped with a microfilm reader as well as microfilm microfiche copier/scanner/printer that has the capability to print images or save them in digital format. The library has a small collection of films that are not yet online. Most microfilms can now be viewed online through the FamilySearch Catalog. | ||
=== Local Collections === | === Local Collections === | ||
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* Microfiche collection Including Oakley Herald 1911-1961. | * Microfiche collection Including Oakley Herald 1911-1961. | ||
* Obituaries 1987-present from Cassia and Minidoka counties | * Obituaries 1987-present from Cassia and Minidoka counties, and some obituaries prior to 1987. | ||
* Southern Idaho Counties Obituaries. The collection consists of obituaries from a variety of Idaho newspapers and housed at different Family History Centers throughout the state. The collection covers the years 1943 to 2013. | |||
* Cemetery records, Albion Valley Cemetery to 1970, Declo Cemetery to 2005, Marion Cemetery to 2010, Oakley Cemetery, Valley Vu cemetry 1863-2005 | * Cemetery records, Albion Valley Cemetery to 1970, Declo Cemetery to 2005, Marion Cemetery to 2010, Oakley Cemetery, Valley Vu cemetry 1863-2005 | ||