This message was posted on another list and thought perhaps someone on this list might want try to help remedy this situation. ~ Lou in Indiana Dear List: Florida needs our help to preserve their State Library and Archives. The state historical and genealogical organizations have acted quickly to request help from around the country (and even the world) If you would like to sign a petition , please go to the following web site http://www.floridahistory.info/petition/ Once shutdowns like these begin, it spreads quickly to other states. I would urge you to go to the above web site and sign the petition to preserve access to historic records in Florida. Sue Waechter