Frequently Asked Questions


        Why Should I Buy Census Records On Microfilm?

        Savings! While you could hire a professional to search the
        microfilm records for you. Why not do it yourself and pocket
        the savings?


        How Do I Find Out Which Microfilm Roll To Order?

        The quickest way to find the microfilm rolls you need are
        by searching our online catalog, first by state, then year
        and then by county or large city covering the area you are
        interested in.

        If the family you are researching was counted in either the 
        1880, 1900, 1910, or 1920 census, a Soundex Search would
        be a good place to start to look for them. If you need a
        search done for the other census years 1790-1870, check
        out our Census Index Search.
          
 
        Is The Printed Copy Of The 1790 U.S. Federal
        Census Available On Microfilm From C.M.E.?

        Yes. The printed 1790 census as published by the Bureau of
        the Census in 1907 is available for purchase by ordering
        Series T498 Rolls 1, 2 and 3. On the end of roll 3 you'll
        also find the 1840 Census of Pensioners for Revolutionary
        or Military Service.

 
        Why Don't You List A Regular 1890 Federal Census?

        Unfortunately, the 1890 U.S. Federal census was badly damaged
        by a fire in the Commerce Department Building in January 1921.
        The few schedules that survived the fire have been microfilmed
        and are available by ordering Series M407 Rolls 1, 2 and 3.
        An index to the names appearing on the few surviving fragments
        is also available. Order Series M496 Rolls 1 and 2.

 
        How Long Do I Have To Wait For Delivery Of My Order?

        Not very long! Most orders are processed and shipped within
        5 working days.


        Do You Provide Any Discounts For Large Orders?

        Other microfilm companies routinely provide 10% and 15%
        discounts to their customers. However, we are already
        substantially cheaper than our closest competitor. We
        prefer to treat all our customers equally by lowering the
        "admittance" price for all, not just a chosen few.

        One company we know of provides a discount of 5% if you'll
        spend $5,000.00 and 10% if you'll spend $10,000.00. How  
        generous! Giving you back what you shouldn't have to
        spend anyway. By the way, it's still going to end up costing
        you more than twice as much. Which would you rather have?
        Half your money back or twice the number of films.
        The choice is yours . . . if you'll buy from us.


        Can I Buy A Catalog For Use At Home?

        Yes, it's available in CD-ROM, Floppy Disk (Windows), and
        Bound Paper formats for $15.00 (shipping included).


        Do You Offer Any State Census Records For Sale?

        Not yet, but we are working on it. Look for some state census
        records to become available later this year. By the way, you
        can influence what we make available by letting us know what
        you would like to buy.


        Do You Sell Microfilm TakeUp Spools Or Boxes?

        The spools are $1.00 each with a microfilm order. Boxes are
        50 cents each (again with a microfilm order). 


        How Can You Afford To Sell At Such A Low Price?

        Frankly, we keep our overhead extremely low. You won't find any
        "fat cat" executives here. The President of our company works 
        along side the rest of us on a daily basis. And unlike other
        companies, he doesn't pull down a six figure income on a yearly
        basis. He is a professional genealogist who decided that historic 
        microfilms shouldn't have to cost so much.

        In addition, our Guarantee-Return Policy demands that we sell
        only the highest quality duplicates.

          
          
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