This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: sbny357 Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.pennsylvania.counties.schuylkill/11309.2.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: If you are able to get to Shenandoah, you should call the Pottsville Republican office in Shenandoah for an appointment to view copies of the Record American. They will tell you whether the copies you need are in good enough condition to be viewed. It is true that many issues are too fragile, but I have done research there and was able to get access to all of the issues I needed. Their number is 570-462-4050. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.