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Hardin-Simmons University
Richardson Library
Abilene, Texas 1-325.670.1236

Reference

Hardin-Simmons Library Contact: Elizabeth


Encyclopedias, Dictionaries, Thesaurus
ARTFL Project: ROGET'S Thesaurus
Search the headwords of full text of Roget's Thesaurus version 1.02.
Encyclopedia Smithsonian
"The Smithsonian Institution receives a great many public inquiries covering a wide range of topics. This encyclopedia has been compiled to answer frequently asked question or to provide guidance in finding the requested information."
http://clever.net/cam/encyclopedia.html
Free Internet Encyclopedia
"This is an encyclopedia composed of information available on the Internet."
U.S. Copyright Office
"Good up-to-date informaton.

Genealogy
Daughters of the Republic of Texas
Bibliography of Genealogical Sources.
Genealogy Frequently Asked Questions
U.S. Bureau of Census frequently asked questions regarding the census as it relates to genealogy.
The Genealogy Resource Page
"This site contains general information on the U.S. census and Social Security Index for people researching their family history. Links to other sites that contain helpful census information are included."
National Archives and Records Administration
"The NARA has collected much information on individuals and families. This section provides general information on NARA's resources on individuals, as well as guides to the use of NARA holdings for genealogical research."
National Genealogical Society
Information about the National Genealogical Society and genealogy resources and links.
RAND Genealogy Club
"A group of RAND employees share the hobby of tracing their family trees. They provide this page to share information about genealogical resources they've found available on the 'information highway'." Should be one of your first stops if you are looking for genealogy information.
Treasure Maps
How to information for the genealogist. A great resource if you are just getting started, or even if you are experienced and have hit a Stone Wall.
U.S. Bureau of Census
Along with census information, are links to genealogy sites, and other census related sites.

Government Resources
Government Printing Office
"This Web page lists online electronic Government titles, arranged by Government agency and alphabetically by title under each agency."
Maps
AVIS Maps
"Here is a list of wonderful maps for you to view and print!! A quick click and you can view your proposed trip aroung Detroit, or check out the roads into Boston, or find a great fishing spot in Southern California."
MapQuest
"The interactive street guide ot the continental US!"
National Atlas Information Service of Canada
"The National Atlas Information Service is responsible for the development and maintenance of an authoritative synthesis of the geography of Canada. Includes base maps, geographical names, and thematic maps that reflect the social, economic, environmental and cultural fabric of Canada."
Perry-Castandea Library Map Collection
An extensive collection of current and historical maps from all over the world, in electronic formats, ready for viewing.


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October 13, 1999
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