[Genealib] RE: Genealogy Bank

Mon Apr 16 11:41:28 EDT 2007

We have also trialed GB and we think it is a useful resource. We hope they will offer a reasonably priced institutional subscription someday. It appears they are banking on individual subscriptions to recoup investment. I have corresponded with others who have the same impression and who will not subscribe because of cost. Tom Kemp has put together a great collection. I wish them well. The commercial sites seem to be aiming at individual instead of institutional subscriptions, perhaps behind Ancestry's latest marketing strategy.

Other online sites are moving into the market, Footnote.com and WorldVitalRecords, that will begin to fill the gaps and provide needed resources, not to mention FamilySearch.org which is poised to begin deploying their new systems. Increased user collaboration at all sites should be very productive over the next few years. I see these changes ending up with a positive effect.

Howard C. Bybee
Family History Librarian
2246 HBLL
Harold B. Lee Library
Brigham Young University
Provo, Utah 84602

801-422-7661

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   1. Re: America's GenealogyBank (traptis at suffolk.lib.ny.us)
   2. Re: CD Caddies (Donald Person)
   3. re: America's GenealogyBank (Sharon Sergeant)
   4. Researching One Ancestor & Storing Information (MICHELLE ROUX)
   5. Re: CD Caddies (Linda van der Veur)

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Message: 1
Date: Sat, 14 Apr 2007 16:31:36 -0000
From: <traptis at suffolk.lib.ny.us>
Subject: Re: [Genealib] America's GenealogyBank
To: "Librarians Serving Genealogists" <genealib at mailman.acomp.usf.edu>
Message-ID: <twig.1176568296.69279 at suffolk.lib.ny.us>

Hi Fern,
Patchogue had a month trial for this database.  I loved it - then we spoke to the sales rep and got the subscription price. Until they drop their price, Patchogue will not be able to subscribe to it.  Have they given you a price yet? 
Toni Raptis
Patchogue-Medford Library

On Fri, Apr 13, 2007, fgutman at suffolk.lib.ny.us said:

> 
> I recently attended a demonstration of America's GenealogyBank a 
> product of NewsBank. It was impressive. I wanted experience of any 
> libraries that get this database, especially in New York.
> 
> Thank you,
> Fern Gutman
> Smithtown Library Kings Park Branch
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Message: 2
Date: Sat, 14 Apr 2007 21:39:29 -0700
From: Donald Person <dnjperson at comcast.net>
Subject: Re: [Genealib] CD Caddies
To: Librarians Serving Genealogists <genealib at mailman.acomp.usf.edu>
Cc: Donald Person <dnjperson at comcast.net>
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Linda,

If I can remember, I'll get my husband (I should learn how) to take a digital pic and send it to you.

Judy
On Sep 28, 2004, at 2:10 AM, Linda van der Veur wrote:

> Judy, thanks for the information.  Although, I'm not sure was 
> "spinners" are.  Since you are so close, possibly I could drive down 
> and see your set up.
>  
> Linda van der Veur
> kissincousin at earthlink.net
>> ----- Original Message -----
>> From: Donald Person
>> To: Librarians Serving Genealogists
>> Cc: Donald Person
>> Sent: Friday, April 13, 2007 11:26 AM
>> Subject: Re: [Genealib] CD Caddies
>>
>> Linda et al,
>>
>> We've been using spinners, like those for music CDs at Pleasanton 
>> Library for several years, and have had no problems like you've 
>> mentioned, though our collection of 500-600 taxes space, etc. I think 
>> binders are less convenient.
>>
>> Judy Person, Livermore-Amador Genealogical Society On Apr 12, 2007, 
>> at 12:06 AM, Linda van der Veur wrote:
>>
>>>
>>>  
>>> How are other libraries handling the problems of patrons using the 
>>> CDs, especially with the possibility of damage since they will be 
>>> physically touching the CDs?
>>>  
>>> Are there wall storage units that work well for libraries or are 
>>> binders/books a better option?
>>>  
>>> What about CDs being installed directly to the hard drive, 
>>> eliminating the need to physically handle them?  Is that possible?
>>> If not, it seems we should make copies of the CDs, keeping the 
>>> originals safely away from damage and let the patrons handle only 
>>> the copies.
>>>  
>>> I will greatly appreciate any input.
>>>  
>>> Linda Collison van der Veur
>>> Napa Valley Genealogical and Biographical 
>>> Society_______________________________________________
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Message: 3
Date: Sun, 15 Apr 2007 03:06:15 -0400
From: Sharon Sergeant <info at AncestralManor.com>
Subject: [Genealib] re: America's GenealogyBank
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Hello
Three years ago, I wrote an article for the APG Quarterly about the Archives of Americana library subscription material from Newsbank - from which GenealogyBank is derived, though in an exceptionally powerful, but simpler interface for the consumer market.

The 2004 article can be downloaded at
http://www.ancestralmanor.com/MP3/June2004APGQ_Sergeant.pdf

This January, we began doing teleconferences with an overview and several case studies about the GenealogyBank service.

I don't think we have scratched the surface on how many different types of problems this unique resource can be used for.

The teleconference handouts and one MP3 recording can be found below.

Sharon Sergeant
www.ancestralmanor.com

What is the GenealogyBank? Who is it for? When do you need it? Why is it a pathway to other records? How do you use it to bridge the gaps in your research?

Download Part 1 of the PDF handout for the overview session Ancestral Cash -  Finding Lost, Missing and Hiding Ancestors cached away at the GenealogyBank.com by right clicking on this link http://www.ancestralmanor.com/MP3/AncestralCashPart1.pdf

Download the PDF handout for Finding Mariners, Seafaring Ancestors, Ships and Maritime News with GenealogyBank.com  by right clicking on this link http://www.ancestralmanor.com/MP3/OCainCaseStudy.pdf

Download the MP3 recording for Finding Mariners, Seafaring Ancestors, Ships and Maritime News with GenealogyBank.com  by right clicking on this link http://www.ancestralmanor.com/MP3/GenBankMarinersfull.mp3

Download Part 1 of the PDF handout for Using Post Roads, U.S. Mail Contracts, Stagecoach Routes, Livery Stables and Inns to Find Your Ancestors with GenealogyBank.com  by right clicking on this link http://www.ancestralmanor.com/MP3/StageRoutesLOC.pdf

Download Part 2 of the PDF handout for Using Post Roads, U.S. Mail Contracts, Stagecoach Routes, Livery Stables and Inns to Find Your Ancestors with GenealogyBank.com  by right clicking on this link http://www.ancestralmanor.com/MP3/StagecoachGB.pdf

Download  this PDF from the USPS for further information for Using Post Roads, U.S. Mail Contracts, Stagecoach Routes, Livery Stables and Inns to Find Your Ancestors with GenealogyBank.com  by right clicking on this 
link   http://www.usps.com/cpim/ftp/pubs/pub119.pdf

Download the PDF handout for Finding Runaways, Deserters, and Notorious Villains and Other Elusive Ancestors with GenealogyBank.com  by right clicking on this link http://www.ancestralmanor.com/MP3/NewsandNotices.pdf

Download the PDF handout for Same Man? Finding the Right "Smith:" 
Tracking Peter Faulkner  with GenealogyBank.com by right clicking on this link http://www.ancestralmanor.com/MP3/TrackingPeterFaulkner.pdf

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Message: 4
Date: Sun, 15 Apr 2007 08:43:24 -0700 (PDT)
From: MICHELLE ROUX <mickeycorey at sbcglobal.net>
Subject: [Genealib] Researching One Ancestor & Storing Information
To: genealib at mailman.acomp.usf.edu
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Regarding the gentleman researching one ancestor in great detail:

  I have been considering the gentleman's research woes for storage and organization.  Here are a couple suggestions.

  FamilySearch.org, and many other genealogy sites, have standard forms that can be used for research.  I would highly suggest the gentleman create a timeline to correspond to his research.  I find that it helps me to quickly put into perspective the data which I have acquired.  It also helps me find the information quickly when I need to review or share information.  Sort-of an index to a life.

  It may sound archaic, but has he considered using a database such as the one offered for free at openoffice.org?  By using one database for all of his information, he could sort the records by type (the colors of his index cards), by date, by record type, etc.  Or, he could create multiple databases based on his current division of information on the colored cards.  Then, he could import whichever information he wanted into one database.  By creating his own databases, he will have a custom product at little to no cost.

  I would also suggest that the gentleman scan his documents and upload to RootsWeb.  He would then be able to enter the web address of his document into the database for easy reference.  Doing this will help preserve his documents and prevent loss.

  I would be happy to personally assist the gentleman if I can be of help.

  Mickey Roux
  Genealogy Coordinator
  Andover Public Library
  Andover, Kansas

  ___________________________________________
There came forth in return only a jingling of the bells.
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Message: 5
Date: Sat, 14 Apr 2007 13:14:25 -0700
From: "Linda van der Veur" <kissincousin at earthlink.net>
Subject: Re: [Genealib] CD Caddies
To: "Librarians Serving Genealogists" <genealib at mailman.acomp.usf.edu>
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That would be wonderful.  Thanks
  ----- Original Message ----- 
  From: Donald Person 
  To: Librarians Serving Genealogists 
  Cc: Donald Person 
  Sent: Saturday, April 14, 2007 9:39 PM
  Subject: Re: [Genealib] CD Caddies

  Linda,

  If I can remember, I'll get my husband (I should learn how) to take a digital pic and send it to you.

  Judy
  On Sep 28, 2004, at 2:10 AM, Linda van der Veur wrote:

    Judy, thanks for the information.  Although, I'm not sure was "spinners" are.  Since you are so close, possibly I could drive down and see your set up.

    Linda van der Veur

    kissincousin at earthlink.net

      ----- Original Message -----
      From: Donald Person 
      To: Librarians Serving Genealogists 
      Cc: Donald Person 
      Sent: Friday, April 13, 2007 11:26 AM
      Subject: Re: [Genealib] CD Caddies

      Linda et al, 

      We've been using spinners, like those for music CDs at Pleasanton Library for several years, and have had no problems like you've mentioned, though our collection of 500-600 taxes space, etc. I think binders are less convenient.

      Judy Person, Livermore-Amador Genealogical Society
      On Apr 12, 2007, at 12:06 AM, Linda van der Veur wrote:

        How are other libraries handling the problems of patrons using the CDs, especially with the possibility of damage since they will be physically touching the CDs?  

        Are there wall storage units that work well for libraries or are binders/books a better option? 

        What about CDs being installed directly to the hard drive, eliminating the need to physically handle them?  Is that possible?  If not, it seems we should make copies of the CDs, keeping the originals safely away from damage and let the patrons handle only the copies.

        I will greatly appreciate any input.

        Linda Collison van der Veur
        Napa Valley Genealogical and Biographical Society_______________________________________________
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