Local Resources
Digital
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A-Z Databases - A list of resources available within the Clinton Essex Franklin Library System.
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Heritage Hub - Explore your family history with the premier collection of U.S. obituaries and death notices for in-depth genealogical research from 1704 – today. Heritage Hub helps you easily identify relatives, uncover new information and potentially unknown family members. Includes deep coverage from all 50 states, hard-to-find content from the mid 1900’s, and original obituary images. Access is available 24/7.
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New York Historic Newspapers The New York Historic Newspapers project exists to digitize and make freely available for research significant runs of historic newspapers for every county in the state.
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Plattsburgh Press Republican - Explore Plattsburgh history through local news, events, and people with the Plattsburgh Press Republican Collection. Search current and archived issues with full-text articles and content only published online. Also available remotely 24/7 on any device.
In person
Microfilm
The Wead Library has the following local publications available on microfilm. Please note that some issues may be missing or damaged.
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Adirondack News (3/12/1887 - 4/29/1933)
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Chateaugay Journal (5/1896-12/1903)
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Chateaugay Record (8/1890-1951)
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Facts and Fallacies (1899-1954)
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Fort Covington Sun (1887-1946)
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Franklin Telegraph News (1820-1829)
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Frontier Palladium (1849-1853, 1860-1863)
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Franklin Gazette (Malone News)(11/1876- 10-1899)
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Franklin Gazette (Fort Covington)(1842-1906)
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Malone Farmer (1900-1932)
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Malone Palladium (1846-1909)
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Malone Telegram (12/16/1905-12/5/1907, 12/1913 - 12/2015)
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New York Civil War Veterans (1890)
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Town of Burke Minute Books (1844-1995)
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NY State Census Records (1790-1820, 1835-1845, 1855, 1865, 1875, 1890)
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NY Census Records by County
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Clinton (1830-1880)
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Chenago (1880)
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Columbia (1880)
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St. Lawrence (1850-1860)
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Franklin (1830-1930)
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Fulton (1880, 1900)
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Essex (1830, 1850, 1880, 1900, 1920)
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Dutchess (1910)
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Erie (1830, 1910)
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Genesee (1830)
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Herkimer (1890)
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Albany (1890)
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Books
The Wead Library also has many genealogy and local history books available for use. Search the catalog or contact us for assistance!
Yearbooks
The Wead Library Yearbook Collection is now available online through the New York Heritage digital collections website.
The collection includes
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Franklin Academy “the Student” issues ranging from 1912 to 2018.
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St. Joseph’s Academy, Ebbtide
from 1970-1975.
This project was made possible
by a bequest from the Irving H. Taylor Estate.
The New York Times| All Access
Wead Library patrons now have free access to news, games, cooking, The Athletic, and Wirecutter resources.
Steps for On-site Access:
1. From any desktop computer in the Wead Library or on your own device using the Library's Wi-Fi network, please navigate to the New York Time's Website.
2. Already have a NYTimes.com account? Simply log in with your email and password.
3. Select "Continue without subscribing."
Steps for Off-Site Access
1. Visit the NYT Wead Library subscription page.
2. Click "Redeem" (Code will be pre-populated)
3. Already have a NYTimes.com account? Simply log in with your email and password.
4. If you don't have a NYTimes.com account, click the log in button to create one (see picture below)
5. A confirmation page will appear advising when your 24-hour access expires.
ONLINE RESEARCH & LEARNING
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Access World News Research Collection - Explore and stay informed on local, national, and international topics, people, and events in areas such as business, health, education, jobs and careers, political and social issues and more. Features a wide variety of credible, vetted news sources from around the world to around the corner. Also available remotely 24/7 on any device.
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NovelNY provides eResources to all New York residents. The resources are available to all New Yorkers without a password as long as one is in New York State, via a NY driver or non-driver ID if not currently in New York State and/or via a Library Card.
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Salem Press Wead Library's Online Collection Digital reference book collection.
Notice: Premium databases will require users to login with library barcode number.
Navigate to Mango Languages. Mango Languages is provided through CEFLS. Library card required.
Creating a profile allows you to save and track your progress through the language courses. If you do not wish to create a profile, you can click the Use Mango as a Guest button to continue.
Mango Languages’ linguist-approved language-learning software teaches practical conversation in over 70 languages, while keeping the vibe fun and encouraging.
Features include the ability to download for learning in the car, free mobile apps, hands-free learning features, and progress tracking.