REMINDER: Forum Topic Policy.

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include the following.

"The Forum is for sharing and discussion of South Carolina genealogy
information, study, and research. Historical information and other material
helpful for guiding or understanding research is acceptable. Other subjects and
uses are off-topic in this Forum."


Examples of ON-TOPIC messages.

"John, I checked the probate index for Sumter and Darlington per your request.
Found the following listings for the names DuBose and Buddin which may be of
interest to you and others ...."

"REWARD OFFERED! After 20 years searching I've run out of ideas. So, I'm
offering a $200 reward for the information listed below with acceptable
accompanying proofs conforming to the requirements indicated ...."

"LOOKUP REQUEST: Seeking lookup help on the following ...."

"QUESTION: In the extract shown below from an 1808 Sumter District will, can
somebody explain the meaning of the phrase ...." 


Examples of OFF-TOPIC messages.

"John, I haven't got the information you requested. But, did you see the game
yesterday?"

"Mary, Thanks a lot for all the data you gave me. It really helps."

"This is a test to see if I have this working right."

"Announcing a new web site for all you Carolina duck hunters ...."

"FOR SALE: ...."

"I know that this is way off topic but please don't get mad at me. I have a CD
that I got in the mail from Microsoft Internet Access and it has a free month of
Internet access(with free unlimited usage) and then after that it is $19.95 a
month. If anyone is interested in it, email me and I will send it to you...."


PS  The free month's access offer for MSN is available online from the Microsoft
web site at http://home.microsoft.com/ or at msn.com.  They give three ways to
subscribe including a free download and an 800 number.

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