. . . and departing leave behind us, footprints in the sands of time.
-The Psalm of Life by: Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

You and your family are important to the Putnam County Heritage Book Committee
We cordially invite you to participate in the publication of our Putnam County Heritage Book.
  1. Who is eligible to participate?
    1. Present residents of Putnam County.
    2. Former residents of Putnam County.
    3. Those with roots in Putnam County.
  2. How much may I submit, and what is the cost?
    1. Each household is encouraged to send in 500 words of their family genealogylhistory and one photograph. OR
    2. If your ancestors were in Putnam County by or before 1870, you may submit a 1000 word pioneer genealogy/history and two photographs.
    3. Additional words are 10¢ per word. Extra photos are $12.50 each. Double-wide or double-deep photos are also $12.50 additional.
    4. Abbreviations/numbers above five letters equal two words, and punctuation does not affect this.
  3. What can I write?
    1. Ancestors.
      1. Why and when they came to Putnam County.
      2. Dates and locations of birth, marriages, death and burial.
      3. Family stories.
    2. Yourself and your family.
      1. Childhood, school days, and other events.
      2. Jobs, residences, hobbies and pasttimes.
  4. Topical articles (to be used at book committee discretion).
    1. Histories of churches, clubs, and organizations.
      1. Each allowed 250 words and one photo.
      2. Additional photos see Paragraph II.C.
    2. Communties and major topics. (Ask committee for details.)
    3. Military service biographical sketch.
      1. Each allowed 100 to 175 words and 1 photo.
      2. Additional photo; see Paragraph II.C.
  5. Article format.
    1. Double-space type or word processing on bond paper. We cannot accept articles which are typed in ALL CAPS. Upper and lower case must be used! A hard copy must be included.
      We will also accept text on diskettes, using MS Word or Word Perfect.
    2. Include at end of article:
      1. Word count.
      2. Sources, if available
      3. Name, address, and story submitter. Also include name, address, phone number of compiler if different.
      4. Caption to appear (see Paragraph V.C.)
      5. A list of all names, last, first, maiden, or middle, please, typed on a separate sheet of paper and stapled to your story. (see Paragraph IX.)
  6. Photograph directions.
    Note: Do not submit original irreplaceable photos! We make every effort to return them, but cannot be responsible for loss or damage!
    1. Types and size.
      1. Glossy photos are best! Black and white are preferred, but we accept 35mm color and studio quality prints. Laser copies do not reproduce well, so please don’t submit them! We will accept .jpg or .tif photos on a separate diskette or CD. If submitting digitized scanned images, please scan at 300 dpi to preserve image quality. A glossy print of your photo must also be included!
      2. The following are not acceptable: Xerox® copies, negatives or faded Polaroids.
      3. Any size up to 8” x 10”.
      4. All photos will be reduced to one column - 2.5” wide x 1.75” high, with standard cropping as a bust shot. You must pay extra, as detailed in II.C., for larger sizes.
    2. Identification
      1. Place a return address label with telephone number on the back or (not as desirable) print with soft lead pencil on back of photo.
      2. Include stamped, self-addressed envelope large enough for your photos.
    3. Captions.
      1. Limited to 10 words or less.
      2. Type at end of article.
  7. Writing Assistance
    1. Contact committee members.
    2. Attend our writing workshop.
  8. Restrictions.
    1. Articles cannot harm or embarrass another individual.
    2. No genealogical charts or tabular material can be used.
  9. Index
    Please help prepare an every name index: List last, first, maiden or middle names. Type on a separate sheet of paper and staple to your story.
  10. No email submissions. Sorry!