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On the whole, the above examples demonstrate the “large to small” preference. In other words, the citation moves from general to specific description. That means beginning with the broadest name of the source, going into sub-series or archival description, then into more exact volume-page or document number, perhaps ending with the specific surname or individual. The reverse, from specific to general is also valid. The sequence depends on whether emphasis is wanted on the person/family in question or the geographic nature of the source. In many citations, there can be a mixture of ingredients. | On the whole, the above examples demonstrate the “large to small” preference. In other words, the citation moves from general to specific description. That means beginning with the broadest name of the source, going into sub-series or archival description, then into more exact volume-page or document number, perhaps ending with the specific surname or individual. The reverse, from specific to general is also valid. The sequence depends on whether emphasis is wanted on the person/family in question or the geographic nature of the source. In many citations, there can be a mixture of ingredients. | ||
'''Microform references (and their locations if need be) are separated from the citation note with a semi-colon.''' This is a good habit. Citations should reflect whether we viewed an original document, a microfilm copy or an online digitized version. ''' | '''Microform references (and their locations if need be) are separated from the citation note with a semi-colon.''' This is a good habit. Citations should reflect whether we viewed an original document, a microfilm copy or an online digitized version. '''FamilySearch Library (FS Library)''' microfilm numbers should cite that institution when you’ve used their film. Their film numbers are different from the film numbers of sources which were created by non-FHL agencies. In the following example, the Archives of Ontario is the custodian of the particular records and has its own designated microfilm numbers (which would be MS 929 reel 28). However, the user in this case viewed the FS Library film: | ||
:John Smith birth registration no. 006533 (1877), Archives of Ontario, RG 80-2, Office of the Registrar General; microfilm 1845211, | :John Smith birth registration no. 006533 (1877), Archives of Ontario, RG 80-2, Office of the Registrar General; microfilm 1845211, FamilySearch Library, Salt Lake City, Utah.<br><br> | ||
*Citations can be affected by many variables. The same type of record (such as census) in different jurisdictions or countries will not likely be catalogued by their creators or custodians in identical formats. This reinforces the necessity of your being logical and consistent in ''your'' work. The intended recipient, the amount of space available, and a host of other factors may also come into play.<br> | *Citations can be affected by many variables. The same type of record (such as census) in different jurisdictions or countries will not likely be catalogued by their creators or custodians in identical formats. This reinforces the necessity of your being logical and consistent in ''your'' work. The intended recipient, the amount of space available, and a host of other factors may also come into play.<br> | ||
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