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Archive: November 2017 (12 Posts)

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German Family (Heritage) Books

Posted by: Jenny Gesley

Lately, I have become very interested in genealogy research as have many other people judging from the numerous websites, databases, guides, and other resources dedicated to that topic. To get my family history research started, I interviewed my parents who directed me to our family (heritage) book. What are Family Books? In Germany, events like births, marriages, …

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On the Shelf – D.C.’s Building Height Restrictions

Posted by: Betty Lupinacci

I never know where the inspiration of an On the Shelf post will come from. Today’s stems from a patron request for an item which Ann Hemmens subsequently brought back to me for preservation work. As the 1941 D.C. Building Code sat on my desk, I thought about how many times I’ve told friends and …

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Congress.gov Tip, Top, and New for November 2017

Posted by: Andrew Weber

October was a big month for Congress.gov with the addition of House Communications.  November continues our frequent update release schedule that we started back in July. Search Tip Adrienne recently posted a great search tip, Sort Legislation by Number of Cosponsors: Want to sort legislation by number of cosponsors using Congress.gov? Follow these steps to …