- Check library course reserves (see Finding Sources on Course Reserves).
- Check near secondary sources on library shelves for primary sources.
- Look for titles of primary sources in the texts of secondary source and in bibliographies and/or notes in secondary sources. Use text, class, library bibliographies, and course reserves for recommended titles or listings of primary sources.
- When searching print and online access tools, use search terms such as SOURCES, CORRESPONDENCE, PERSONAL NARRATIVES, DIARIES, RECORDS AND CORRESPONDENCE, SERMONS, SPEECHES, PAPERS, ETC.
Selected Databases
New York Times Digital Under Databases on library website
Full text of a major U.S. newspaper, including extensive coverage of New York State. Activation of the database is required before first use. Link to activate: https://oneonta.libanswers.com/faq/400088
The Times Digital Archive Under Databases on library website
Includes full text of over 200 years of The Times (London).