Hi all, I wondered if SKS could help clarify some things from a transcription of a biography in: Commemorative Biographical Record of the Counties of Rock, Green, Grant, Iowa and Lafayette, Wisconsin: containing biographical sketches..., Beers, 1901. I have a typed transcription of a biography and I'm desperately trying to iron out a few questionable items therein. It involves a crucial bunch of genealogical information/clues for my research. I would like to know how accurate the transcription is, and further info on the source, if available (interviewer/ee, etc.). I may eventually rent the film, but need to have some more immediate questions answered. I know this list has many helpful, experienced researchers who will have some wisdom to share, and I'm in good hands, grateful to have this resource to turn to! Q: Does someone have access to this book who is familiar with details of the publication, or can look them up and would be willing to send me a scan or transcription of a bio, along with some source detail questions? (e or snail mail would be great & I'd be glad to send compensation) Q2: If above isn't possible, would the GCGS, WHS, or Karrmann send me same? Q2a: Has anyone sent for a bio from the book from above, and if so, what was the fee and how long did it take to receive it? (member/non member fees) Q3: Providing none of the above work out, if I knew the name and pages of the bio, would the FHC send a copy to me? Has anyone done this? (providing the fee for this service isn't higher than that to rent the film) Q4: For Qs 2-3, would email be possible and just as efficient a way to request this service as would snail mail? According to response to this plea, I'll send details of my lookup request & questions thereof, in a follow-up message. TIA for any assistance! Di - Kindet@ yahoo. com --
Di, I have a reprint of the 1901 book. What bio. are you interested in? As for sources of the information, this book, like most, were "subscription" type publications. The information was generally written and/or provided by the individuals. Being included cost the individual. I don't know how much, but in modern dollars, I would suspect at least $100. Most of the data is accurate, but often the family members took some historical liberties. Granted, there are probably some typo's as well. I have a relative in the 1901 book who claimed to be related to Benedict Arnold. Oops! No he wasn't, but it was a nice try. Guess he never thought someone would check it out. Let me know who you are looking for and I can get you a transcript of the biography. Dave Taft