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I specialize in assisting the fellow historian and genealogist (amateur or professional) by obtaining records and information contained at the Allen County Public Library. and the Microfilm Catalog I am
an independent researcher not a staff member of the ACPL. EXPERIENCE The resources
available at the Allen County Public Library are wonderful,
And, I am continually adding to my knowledge during the course of my research. This is one reason I enjoy historical-genealogical research. My background in logic aids my ability to weed the good evidence from the poor, while academic study of folklore allows me to see the value of preserving (and attempting to prove or document) treasured family traditions and stories. I maintain high ethical
standards: I will strive for the highest degree of accuracy, will
report my findings in a clear and truthful manner, will cite all sources
used, and will not knowingly infringe on others rights.
PHILOSOPHY & GOALS Though it may seem contradictory, I DO look forward to a time when all information relevant to our genealogical & historical research will be available free & online. I thoroughly enjoy researching my own family history, and have been grieved to have to forgo items due to the expense of gathering them. Toward that goal, I volunteered my services to input Jay County, IN data for the 1870 U.S. Census of Indiana Index being completed by The Indiana Genealogical Society. I transcribe and post genealogically relevant material (such as census, biographical, & vital records) on the town web sites I create and maintain, and, I will continue to add information to the sites, and will do free lookups in the Vital Records of Royalston, Massachusetts, To the end of the year 1849, (1906), Systematic History Fund, Published by Franklin P. Rice: Worcester, MA. for those also researching ancestors in Royalston, MA. (I developed a fondness for the towns I host through my own family history research.) Additionally, I am the State Coordinator of the USGenWeb for Vermont. EDUCATION B.A. - Purdue University with a double major in Philosophy & Psychology, concentrating in Ethics, Logic, & Folklore. Mary Penrose Wayne Chapter. Allen County Genealogical Society of Indiana. Allen County--Fort Wayne Historical Society. Noble County, Indiana Genealogical Society Author and Maintain many Local History and Genealogy Research web sites, including the following:
IN-ACPL
LIBRARY Research - ON-SITE
Research IN-ACPL LIBRARY Research: I charge $30 per hour for time spent evaluating, exploring sources, obtaining copies of relevant documents, and composing a research report, and in-library research. Expenses, such as photocopy and postage costs, will be added to this base fee. A non-refundable deposit, of one-half of the requested time cost, with a minimum of $30, is required. This is used to defray research costs, and will be fully credited toward the balance. I will include an invoice when I send your requested information. Payments to be made with money order to Ann Mensch, upon receipt of requested information, unless arrangements have been made with me prior to the research. I do not wish to be unfair in my charges. I will research on a FIXED TIME LIMIT basis and/or report research progress to you at your specified intervals. You may be surprised by what can be found in an hour. Additional service: If you have the ability to receive picture files (.bmp, .tif, .gif & .jpg), I can scan the photocopy so you can receive the information without waiting for the post. (I will, of course, mail hard copy as well.) You will be invoiced an additional $5 if you choose this option. If your research request will involve an extensive investment of time and resources, I reserve the right to request an additional earnest deposit. If you would like my research assistance with your project, see "How
to Request My Professional Historical Genealogy Research
Assistance?"  Ann McRoden Mensch, Professional Genealogist Researching at The Allen County Public Library | |||||||||
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Research: I charge $40 per hour for time spent traveling, photographing, researching and obtaining copies of relevant documents at archives and libraries other than Allen County Public Library. Expenses will be added to this base fee. A non-refundable deposit, of one-half of the requested time cost, with a minimum of $80, is required. This is used to defray research costs, and will be fully credited toward the balance. I will include an invoice when I send your requested information. Payments to be made with money order to Ann Mensch, upon receipt of requested information, unless arrangements have been made with me prior to the research. I do not wish to be unfair in my charges. I will research on a FIXED TIME LIMIT basis and/or report research progress to you at your specified intervals. Additional service: If you have the ability to receive picture files (.bmp, .tif, .gif & .jpg), I can scan the photocopy so you can receive the information without waiting for the post. (I will, of course, mail hard copy as well.) You will be invoiced an additional $5 if you choose this option. If your research request will involve an extensive investment of time and resources, I reserve the right to request an additional earnest deposit. If you would like my research assistance with your project, see "How
to Request My Professional Historical Genealogy Research
Assistance?" |