Elizabeth, Sorry, I may have phrased my previous response somewhat loosely! In the case you raise, I'd cite that copy of that edition of that book as my source since I had examined that copy of that the book. Other editions of the book may have different information for all I know. Any reference to a source the author had used would be commented on, but not entered as my source until I had checked that particular source myself.
You may be satisfied that what you've looked at on Ancestry.com is the 'original State of Nevada Index', but I've been in a situation where microfilm which was stated to be of 'official' creation was not and was, in fact, erroneous (not deliberately I hasten to add). I fully realise many may consider that I'm being overcautious. My own preference. As I said before, we may have to agree to differ on this one. Bill -----Original Message----- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Elizabeth Richardson Sent: Saturday, October 25, 2008 12:00 AM To: LegacyUserGroup@legacyfamilytree.com Subject: Re: [LegacyUG] Source Writer Question So, Bill, when you look at a book at the library, do you cite the library as the source? I have looked at the original State of Nevada Index via Ancestry.com. Why would I need to go to Carson City to cite the State of Nevada Index? Elizabeth researching the descendants of William and Sarah (Patterson) Thompson ** $10 OFF when you spend $50 or more in our store. Use coupon code: �Legacy2008� at checkout. Offer expires 10/31/08 ** Legacy User Group guidelines: http://www.LegacyFamilyTree.com/Etiquette.asp Archived messages: http://www.mail-archive.com/legacyusergroup@legacyfamilytree.com/ Online technical support: http://www.LegacyFamilyTree.com/Help.asp To unsubscribe: http://www.LegacyFamilyTree.com/LegacyLists.asp