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 Provide a forum for shared genealogy issues; Provide help and guides for members who request it; Do selected research for corresponding genealogy societies and individuals; Do peer review of member files when requested. |
Tuesday, October 5, 2004 1-3pm
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PRESERVATION ~ gleaned from The Library of Congress FAQshttp://www.loc.gov/preserv/presfaq.htmlHow should I store my books? Store books out of direct sunlight and where air can circulate freely. Store them away from windows and don't put them on shelves against outside walls. Store books on flat, smooth shelves that are strong enough to support their weight. Ideally, books should not be in contact with unsealed wood because it can release damaging acidic vapors. Line shelves with acid free board to prevent this problem. Stand books vertically side by side. Keep similar sizes together: small books next to small books, and large books next to large books. Use bookends to keep the books from falling over, and be sure they are high enough to support the books completely. Avoid storing books in an attic or basement because attics get too hot and basements get too damp. Both are also subject to rapid changes in temperature and humidity levels. Keep books out from under plumbing and water pipes; water damage from these sources is all too common. To protect books with monetary or sentimental value, keep them in custom-fitted archival boxes made from high-quality materials Can I save wet books? What if my books are moldy? Yes. Books can be air-dried, or frozen and then dried at a later date. The most important thing to do to save your wet books is to take action immediately, or as soon as possible, after they have gotten wet. In warm and humid conditions, mold can begin to grow within 24-48 hours after the materials have gotten wet. Stabilize and air dry as much of the collection as possible. What cannot be air-dried in 48 hours, can probably be frozen to stabilize and dry at a later time. Check with a conservator. Fan volumes open and stand them on the top or bottom edge on an absorbent material which is changed as it becomes wet. As the book dries turn it upside-down. Humidity levels should be maintained below 75% RH with dehumidifiers. Low temperatures will assist in the avoidance of mold problems. Increasing air circulation will dry out most items efficiently. Use electric fans to provide maximum air circulation, but do not point them directly at the drying books. Weather permitting, set up a drying space outdoors, under cover. Mold is the greatest risk and hazard, both to books and to humans. If you suspect or see mold, or think that the water may have been contaminated with sewage or harmful chemicals, you must wear protective clothing, gloves, and a mask while salvaging your books. Also, take strict precautions to protect your skin and lungs. If mold is present, seek professional advice and proceed with caution. If any negative health effects are observed, contact a doctor, mycologist, or both, before proceeding. Local colleges and universities can help you find a mycologist. How can I get rid of the smell of mildew in my books? The smell comes from biological growth on books that are stored in damp, dark, cool locations. Check for active or dormant mold. Remove the materials to a drier (but still cool) environment, and make sure that plenty of air is circulating around them. These conditions should render the biological growth dormant. If the mildewed materials are stored for an extended period under such conditions, the smell will eventually disappear of its own accord. The same technique can be applied to dry books affected with active mold. If you can see mold growth, DO NOT attempt to clean it off under the materials are thoroughly dry. Premature cleaning attempts will grind the mold into the covers or paper and cause stains that are often impossible to remove. A short exposure to sunlight and circulating air outdoors also may help to rid the books of the mildew smell. Remember, though, that light damages paper-based materials. Drying materials in the sunlight may result in some darkening or fading of book materials and paper, so select this approach only with materials for which such damage is considered acceptable. |
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To find a conservator to treat damaged books and other valuable materials, consult the free referral service of: 1717 K Street NW, Suite 200 Washington, DC 20006 202-452-9545 202-452-9328 (fax) info@aic-faic.org Professional book appraisers and most book sellers will appraise and evaluate book materials. The Antiquarian Booksellers Association of America (ABAA) publishes an annual membership directory with addresses, phone numbers and area specialties such as early printed books or art and music. This directory is available from: 50 Rockefeller Plaza New York, NY 10020 There are commercial deacidification vendors available, who are quite willing to handle private collections and small quantities of books as needed by the general public. To contact the Preservation Directorate: Library of Congress 101 Independence Ave. Washington, D.C. 20540-4500 Telephone 202-707-5213 FAX 202-707-3434 via their online form: 'Ask a Librarian' http://www.loc.gov/preserv/presfaq.html |
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the text. When dealing with births, marriages, and deaths, you will want to have the following wherever they appear: Date of the event Place of the event (which may be a town name or a person's residence) Names of parents Names of ministers, doctors, or others included Other identifying information Date of newspaper, and page number 2. Recording Female Names- When recording women on any type of genealogical chart or when entering them into any genealogy software you use just the maiden name. It is as you view the pedigree, or ancestor, tree or the family group sheet that you see the surname of the husband and thus know what name to search when looking for the records of the woman after she was married. |
Is Someone Looking For You? Visit RegDay on October 2, 2004 |
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Carnegie Center ~ 1101 W. Washington, Phoenix, AZ 85007 ~ NOON until 1PM ~ Seating is limited, registration is required. Please call 602-542-3942 or visit www.lib.az.us (Click on Quick Links ~ Genealogy Registration) Oct 7 "Making Sense of the Census" Lessons in how to use the United States Federal and state census records as well as some census substitutes. Nov 4 "Using the Internet for Family History Research" Learn the ins and outs of using the Internet for genealogical research and some of the perils involved. Dec 1 No Lunchtime Family History Lesson in December 2004 |
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at the Mesa Regional Family History Center Annex 464 East 1st Avenue, Mesa, AZ Reservations required 480-964-1200 ~ www.mesarfhc.org Every Friday 12:30 - 2:00pm Family Search Internet Site 1st & 3rd Friday 11:00 - 12:30pm PAF 5 Reports & Charts 2nd & 4th Friday 11:00 - 12:30pm PAF 5 Tools & More |
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First Tuesday of each month Bethany Bible Church 6060 North 7th Avenue Phoenix, AZ |
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Marjorie Clamons, President, clammymom@hotmail.com Beggs Nelson, Vice President, gray-wolf@mindspring.com Harold Naylor, Treasurer, Hnaylor@outdrs.net Keith Nelson, Cor. Secretary 602.973.8162 Carole Nelson, Rec. Secretary, gray-fox@mindspring.com Jean Arioli, Program Chairperson, 602.254.3206 Kris Johnson, PGS Newsletter & Website Editor, sail_dad@hotmail.com Bill Baze, Past President, cactusBL@cox.net Annual Membership: Individual $20.00 ~ Family $25.00 Meetings: First Tuesday of each month, 1-3 PM, Room 132, Bethany Bible Church, 6060 N. 7th Ave., Phoenix, AZ |