McAlester News Democrat: Click here to search the archives of the McAlester News Democrat. Available from in the library or at home.
Poteau Daily News and Sun. Click here to search the archives of the Poteau Daily News and Sun. Available from in the library or at home.
Oklahoma Newspapers: Click here to search and browse the archives of dozens of Oklahoma newspapers, including the Daily Oklahoman, the Tulsa World, the Lawton Constitution and more. Available from in the library or at home. Paid ads are excluded
Ancestry Plus (Library Edition)
his site provides genealogical resources such as census records, local histories and maps. (Not available at home)
Digital Prairie - Oklahoma Digital Prairie is your entrance to online services and resources that help you find books, articles, web content and other useful information. Access to EBSCOhost is a project of the Oklahoma Library Technology Network and is
funded with state and federal funds through the Oklahoma Department of Libraries.
Federal funds are provided by the Institute of Museum and Library services.
Scirus - is the most comprehensive scientific research tool on the web. With over 370 million scientific items indexed at last count, it allows researchers to search for not only journal content but also scientists' homepages, courseware, pre-print server material, patents and institutional repository and website information.
Ebsco Host - Ebsco offers a wide variety of full text reference resources designed to meet the differing needs of public libraries World
Wide. The user-friendly interface allows for easy searching
of magazines, journals, newspapers, newswires, transcripts, pamphlets, reports, biographies, primary source documents, almanacs, dictionaries, encyclopedias, photos, maps, flags, and more. Listed below are some of the topics and search engines.
Literary Reference Center-is a comprehensive database that provides users with a broad spectrum of information on thousands of authors and their works across literary disciplines and timeframes. It has been specifically designed for public libraries, secondary schools, junior/community colleges, and undergraduate research.
Searchasaraus-
Searchasaurus is an exciting and easy way for young researchers to
experience online searching. It is an animated interface with
a dinosaur theme that encourages young
researchers to enhance and develop bsic search methodologies.
Kids Search - Kids search is designed for youth K-5
Student Research Center - Student research Center is designed for youth grades 6-12
Home Improvement Reference Center - is the definitive online tool for home improvement assistance, including: maintenance, remodeling, electrical work, plumbing, wood projects, outdoor improvements, decorating home & garden, etc. This comprehensive resource contains 26 major reference works in full text with more than 10,000 images (none found available online anywhere else). Additionally, the database contains full-text magazines (e.g. This Old House).
Auto
Repair Reference Center - EBSCO Publishing has partnered with Point 5 Technologies to create Auto Repair Reference Center™. The Auto Repair Reference Center database includes automotive repair information supplied by Point 5 Technologies, Inc., under license from Nichols Publishing,
the former publisher of Chilton® Information and information from Delphi Integrated Service Solutions. Auto Repair Reference Center contains information on most major manufacturers of domestic and imported vehicles, with repair information for most vintage makes starting as far back as 1945. Database content includes more than 31,660 vehicles
covered from 1945 to present; over 205,000 drawings and step-by-step photographs; approximately 75,000 technical service bulletins recalls issued by the original equipment vehicle manufacturer; over 130,000 enhanced wiring diagrams for easy viewing and printing; specifications & maintenance schedules; Labor Time Guide & Estimator; AutoIQ;
Quick Tips, a complete guide to vehicle ownership maintenance; unlimited remote access and much more. New repair procedures and updates will also be added continuously. All of the content in Auto Repair Reference Center has been created by ASE certified technicians.
Small Engine Repair Reference Center - is the definitive online tool for small engine repair assistance, including: ATVs, commercial mowers, farm tractors, generators, motorcycles, marine (boats), outdoor power equipment, PWC (personal watercraft/jet ski), snow blowers, snowmobiles, tillers and other small engines. This comprehensive resource contains 407 reference books in full text with original photos and illustrations that guide the user through every job. The database often contains more than 25 years of an engine model, and offers assistance in providing routine
maintenance, such as tune-ups and brake service, as well as extensive repairs involving engine and transmission disassembly. Also, the database allows users to select a type of product, specific brand, specific model/engine type, and specific area of that model/engine type. Additionally, model numbers will also be searchable.
First Search - Bibliographic information from 13,000 journals, MEDLINE, ERIC, GPO Monthly Catalog and other heavy duty finding aids. Ask the librarian for information on how to
access this site from home.
Heritage Quest
-Genealogical research Federal Census 1790-1930 and other records
Live Homework Help - Live Homework Help is available for 4th – 12th grade and college introduction level students 7 days a week from 2pm – 9pm. This program connects students to a real live tutor. Children and young adults visiting the library simply log on to Hartshorne Public Library website, click on the Live Homework Help icon and enter their grade level and the subject they need help in and within a few minutes or less are connected to an expert tutor. Students can receive help in math, science, social studies or English. If you’d like to learn more about the program, please call the call your local Library.
Learning Express Library - Whatever your goal, Learning Express Library's resources will help you succeed. Each of our Learning Centers offers the practice tests, exercises, skill-building courses, and information you need to achieve the results you want-at school, at work, or in life. Looking to land a job? You'll find an entire Learning Center dedicated to helping you get the one that's right for you.
Oklahoma Legal Forms - Thomson Gale welcomes you to the most extensive free forms site available to library patrons. Thousands of legal forms available with more forms being added daily. Official, State Specific, Federal, Business, Personal, Real Estate and General forms covering hundreds of legal subjects and issues. For remote access (even wireless connection in the library your library card
Sirs Discoverer Deluxe - contains full-text, indexed articles and graphics from more than 1,400 magazines, newspapers and U. S. Government documents. The articles date from 1992 to the present. Articles and graphics are carefully selected for their educational content, interest and level of readability for K-8 students.
World Book - This is an extraordinary site with all kinds of reference materials. From Parent resources surfing the ages of time, there's something for everyone to learn.
Readers' Advisory
Wilson's Core collection - WilsonWeb Overview WilsonWeb, the HW Wilson Information Retrieval System for the Internet, is a comprehensive search tool that simplifies access to information stored in databases. You can enter searches as single terms, phrases, or complex Boolean search strings, then display the retrieved records, and print, save, or email the results. You can browse lists of terms and use the Thesaurus to search for concepts. In addition, you can customize the display of results and refine your search by combining or extending searches. The WilsonWeb interface consists of a series of related screens that make sophisticated searching easy. The six main screens are: Basic Search Advanced Search Browse Thesaurus Search Results Search History This Help system gives you information about using WilsonWeb. Click this instruction link for further usage information.