Some Terminology
- LDS - Latter Day Saint Centers
- In LDS centers such as the Family History Center in Foxboro, several series
of records are available to assist you in searching your family.
- IGI - International Genealogical Index
- This microfich contains many
names with birth, marriage and death statistics. The scope of the records
are mostly US with many foreign country records as well. (Available on fich
and computer) (updated every 2 years on fiche)
- AF - Ancestral File
- This computer file shows the relation ships of
individuals where you can search print out relationships and review sources.
- LOCALITY FILE - Locality of Genealogical Resources
- Microfiche records
arranged by locality including Vital Records, Wills, Town Records, books
and many other sources. Use this when you want to specifically locate
information from a specific locality. This is good also when you are
planning a trip to the large library in Salt Lake. Look up the refernece
numbers (film or books) at the local LDS center, then spend your time
effectively on your next trip.
To contact the
Boston To Providence Genealogical Society:
P.O. Box 470, Wrentham, MA 02093
Ancestors courtesy of Richard Ross
This webpage created by InterMedia Enterprises
Copyright © 1998, Boston To Providence Genealogical Society
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