In a message dated 10/16/99 5:54:49 PM, [email protected] writes: << "Indexing" is a great deal more involved than simply writing a preface. I know Mr. Volkel and I think he would want you to honor his copyright. >> Thanks Karima, however I am not wanting to re-type nor transcribe the preface or the index in which Mr. Volkel did with the 1980 copyright. I do realize the work involved in such an undertaking and would not even consider such a thing. What I am wanting to do is transcribe the information that appeared in the 1900 version which Mr. Volkel does not have copyright on but which did appear in his 1980 reprint along with his additions to the information which are clearly discernable from the 1900 version. So my original question stands at: Can I transcribe the 1900 version of the book without violating the 1980 additions to and reprints of the records? I cite the following copyright laws which I believe apply in this case and simply am looking for confirmation that these do apply to the information I wish to transcribe: Anything published before 1923 is public domain (which means that anyone can reprint these items without approval or compensation to the original author - in this case the 1900 version that was reprinted in 1980 by Mr. Volkel) Facts cannot be copyrighted (which means that since the items I wish to transcribe are a list of names and personal information given upon admittance to the Soldiers and Sailors Home they are pure facts as given by the individual and therefore are not subject to copyright) Thank you, Barbara Freeman