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From: P Caster <>
Subject: [GM] Re: Heritage Quest
Date: Sun, 2 Nov 2003 11:36:28 -0800
References: <200311021838.hA2IcrB17347@askin-17.linkpendium.com>


> Just had opportunity to use Heritage Quest census indexes and images
> at the library. A lot more user friendly and better quality than
> Ancestry. Then saw notice that they were discontinuing memberships.
> Does this mean the library data bases will be gone also in favor of
> selling CDs & microfilms ? Anyone know what a subscription to these
> services cost the libraries (Heritage Quest, Ancestry,
> Genealogy.com, etc ? Perhaps worth getting a group together to
> donate the fee.
>
> "Erehwon" <>


It is more likely a lack of funds. Check with the library and find
out why they are discontinuing the db. I have heard it is a $750
per year fee for the libraries.

P Caster

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