I've used PERSI a few times, but I don't claim to be an expert. But, here's what I know: When you submit a name or word to PERSI (I think it stands for "periodical source index"), you'll see a form appear with information on it. Information on this form will refer you to the actual source. Most sources are referred to by initials, so you'll need to know what the initials refer to. If it's a monthly/quarterly journal, it will also tell you what year, month, issue, etc. to look in. Once you have that information, you need to find the journal (or whatever the source may be)! So far, every journal that I've wanted to look in has been available at the FHL. I don't know if they do look-ups or not, but you could email them and ask. It's really quite easy to use. I've found some articles that have had some very helpful information, and some without. This may not answer your question, but at least you'll know that PERSI is an index--it refers you elsewhere. Annette in Utah OZARKLUVRS@aol.com wrote: > Hey, I have a question. speaking of PERSI.... after you search it, what do > you do with the results? The ones I saw were so vague I'd have no idea if I'd > be able to use what I'd found, even if I could figure out how to get it...