Recently it was mentioned that Family History Library Microfilm might be
available through some local Libraries here is something that list members
may find interesting. So far I have found you still have to go to a local
Family History Library to view them not a County Library but at least
ordering will be easier.
It looks like the center in Columbus is the closest to Jennings County for
getting the microfilm to view.
Sheila Kell
Thanks to Dick Eastman, _Eastman’s Online Genealogy Newsletter_
(
http://blog.eogn.com/eastma
ns_online_genealogy/2011/04/familysearch-microfilm-and-microfiche-may-now-be-ordered-online.html)
we know that one can now order
microfilm online from FamilySearch.
“A new ordering process was tested in several other countries for a while
but is now available to everyone in Utah and will soon expand to the rest
of the U.S. You can sit at home and order microfilms and microfiche from
FamilySearch in Salt Lake City. All you need is a computer with an Internet
connection and a user ID, which is free.
The films and fiche will be delivered to a Family History Center near you
and you will be notified when they arrive. You then must go to the Family
History Center and use the microfilm and microfiche readers there to view
the materials.
Quoting the ordering web site:
FamilySearch’s Microfilm Ordering service is your gateway to a vast
collection of genealogical and historical records. The service allows you to
reserve and loan films to family history centers and affiliate libraries. The
loan is free, but there is a small shipping and handling charge for each
film.
Ordering is simple:
Sign in using FamilySearch Accounts with the link in the top right corner.
If you do not have an account, clicking the Sign In link will prompt you
to Register.
Locate the microfilm number(s) you want to order from the Family History
Library Catalog located on _FamilySearch.org_ (
http://familysearch.org/) .
Note: Before ordering any film, check to make sure the Family History
Library Catalog does not have a digital copy online.
Select your loan type, enter the microfilm number, and click Search.
Repeat this step for additional items.
When you are ready to submit your loan order, click the shopping cart in
the upper right portion of the screen. You will then have a chance to review
and confirm your order. After you submit your order, all films will be
delivered to your designated family history center.
To place your orders, go to _http://film.familysearch.org_
(
http://film.familysearch.org/) .”