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Re: family information pages in bibles



I would suggest that she photocopy the family pages on acid-free paper and
then purchase a clamshell box from an archival supply house. Try a place
such as University Products that sells small quantities. If she is
determined to try for something better, refer her to a bookbinder that does
quality work. They will probably tell her the Bible is not worth rebinding
or making a book box. Storing it in its own box, even if not a perfect fit,
but out of the light, dust, etc., is a reasonable solution.

I know nothing about the microfilm project. She could, though, add her
information online to the Gedcom project. I have not personally done it, but
Rootsweb has all the information.

Thelma Boeder, archivist
MN Conference, United Methodist Church
----- Original Message -----
From: Amie Wilson <amiewilson@HOTMAIL.COM>
To: <ARCHIVES@LISTSERV.MUOHIO.EDU>
Sent: Tuesday, February 15, 2000 2:38 PM
Subject: family information pages in bibles


> Hi! I'm a one-person shop and could use some help.  A patron is trying to
> preserve an 1880s family bible.  She is particularly concerned about the
> family information pages in the middle of the book.  She told me that she
> heard somewhere that you could get these family info pages microfilmed by
> somebody who would then make the microfilm available to researchers.  Has
> anyone heard of such a project or something similar?  I have not been able
> to find anything.
>
> Also, does anyone know of places/people/organizations that I can talk to
to
> get more information for this patron on how she can "preserve" her bible?
> She wants to get a book box but I can't seem to locate a place that makes
> them.
>
> You can respond to me on or off the list.  Any information would be
> appreciated!  Thanks!
>
> Amie Wilson
> Archivist
> Archdiocese of Atlanta
> 680 W. Peachtree St. NW
> Atlanta, GA 30308-1984
> (404) 885-7253
> awilson@archatl.com
>
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